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Hey, Terre Haute. This is Carol Tilley, a library science instructor at IUPUI. Watch me book through the categories on Jeopardy!
Season 23 player (2007-04-17).
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Happy Monday!
Have you ever seen the Topsy-Turvy dolls? The ones where you think it's one doll but then you flip the doll upside down, smooth down her skirt and you have another doll?
Sometimes one doll has her eyes open and when you flip her over, the other doll's eyes are closed. Or one doll is Red Riding Hood and the other is Grandma or even the Wolf.
Today's vintage Workbasket embroidery pattern is for the first pattern of a set of topsy-turvy potholders.
The original pattern calls this little girl Eva.
Vintage Workbasket Embroidery Pattern – Eva Potholder downloadable PDF.
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Welcome to the LitCharts study guide on Tracy Kidder's Mountains Beyond Mountains. Created by the original team behind SparkNotes, LitCharts are the world's best literature guides.
Mountains: Introduction
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Mountains: Themes
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Historical Context of Mountains Beyond Mountains
Other Books Related to Mountains Beyond Mountains
- Full Title:Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer, a Man Who Would Cure the World
- Where Written:Massachusetts, Haiti
- When Published:November 2003
- Literary Period:Postcolonial nonfiction
- Genre: Biography
- Setting:Haiti, the U.S.A., Russia, Peru
- Climax:John's death
- Antagonist:While there aren't specific antagonists, one could say that disease and institutionalized poverty are antagonists in this book
- Point of View:First person (narrated by Tracy Kidder, the author)
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Renaissance Man: Paul Farmer is the subject of Tracy Kidder's book, but he's also an accomplished author in his own right. In between practicing medicine (i.e., in between airplane flights), Farmer has authored six books, all on topics of anthropology or medicine.
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From time to time, I read articles, blog posts, and forum discussions on the topic of "fudging."
In RPGs, fudging is when you alter an outcome that has already been determined by the dice rolled.
Just yesterday, I read another post about this particular practice. Not only did the "feel bad about yourself" thing make me wince (don't ever feel bad about yourself when gaming), but I disagreed with the basic premise behind fudging.
I mean, fudge is supposed to be delicious. You can combine it with nuts (as shown), peanut butter, and all kinds of yummy stuff. So, if you want to keep referring to it as "fudging," then let it a positive thing, a force for good in the universe.
If I actually bothered to put people into circles, I'd put +Zak Sabbath in the same circle as RPGpundit aka +Kasimir Urbanski - people who I respect for their many contributions in the RPG industry, but radically diverge from their opinions on various subjects. I have a lot in common with both, yet in many ways we're extremely different.
Anyways, this article is my own interpretation of fudging - that there's actually no such thing. FYI, you can dive even deeper into my philosophy with How To Game Master Like A Fucking Boss and Play Your Character Like A Fucking Boss. Enjoy!
Nudge, Not Fudge
Like most gamers, I frequently use the result of dice rolls to gauge what occurs in a session that I'm running. Dice are a very useful and obvious way to find out what's happening. It's expected. The players look to the GM and the GM looks to the dice. Everyone wants to know - does that guy hit, does the other guy miss, will the trap take your character's hand off?
The dice are like an oracle. They know things. They even have the benefit of know things that I don't. The dice reveal, inspire, obscure, and resolve. In some ways, they are the Game Master's greatest assistant. And yet, the dice occasionally fall short. After all, even oracles make mistakes... usually, because they don't know the full story.
If there's an asteroid field in the way, I'm not just going to sit idly by and let the ship's autopilot muddle through as best it can. No, I'm going to grab the wheel and steer, maneuvering in whatever manner I see fit. I believe that's what Game Mastering is all about.
Similarly, issues crops up throughout a campaign. Maybe it's a problem with continuity, realism, story, pacing, etc. The last three encounters all turned into fights for various reasons, and I roll the dice, coming up with a negative reaction roll. Is it going to be yet another battle to the death? Well, that's for me to decide, ultimately. Same goes with little things in combat - when the dice are supposed to matter most... and they do. Nevertheless, I have the final say. The ogre may have too many hit points, those orcs might have too few, Percival misses his saving throw by one, and so on...
That's when I decide to intervene, putting my oar in the water... to shape the game's reality because it's going to make the game better or more in-tune with my personal vision. Let me be clear, my unorthodox interpretation or undue influence (depending on your view) is not always to the players' advantage. Sometimes, it goes against them. I strike a balance between the two, when possible, nudging the narrative in certain directions. Again, that's my prerogative as Game Master.
Amidst the aftermath, if the game was ho-hum and the players didn't have fun, I'm not going to sit there behind the screen and blame the dice. Nope, if the game sucks, it's the Game Master's fault. Even if it's not really his fault, that's the impression. The buck stops here!


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Is it accurate to say that you are one of those shooters who are eager to shoot every time you get a chance? If yes, then at that point, you would be very much aware that a rifle or a gun without a sight is difficult to use. In this case, having a Best Red Dot Sight For Ak 47 is, for sure, a careful choice. It empowers you to hit the target precisely and accurately.
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As weathered up some knowledge about the best red dot sights for an AK 47, just for you.
Basically, Ak 47, being a battle weapon with a deadly successful range under 200 yards, is a reasonable overhaul to achieve a quicker aim and target procurement with little to no decreasing FOV. Furthermore, you can also keep your eyes on encompassing dangers and shoot with high speed and precision.
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When you invest money into the Best Red Dot Sight for Ak 47,you will find many alternatives available in the market that guarantees to be the best. So these are the things that you need to observe for a good buy. But make sure you keep healthy drinks made at home with best juicers to stay hydrated.
1-Size And Shape Of The Dot
Dot size and pattern are extraordinarily important for the red dot sight. It, to a great extent, relies upon the client's necessities that suit them the best. For example, a large dot can make an objective unclear and vague.
2-Lens Coating
Similarly, as with any optics, quality lens coating of the best red dot sight for Ak 47, help with image quality and decreases glare from glancing in the area of or away from the sun.
3-Battery Life
Further, you have to search for the batteries that can work for an extended duration before the battery depletes. A Best Red Dot Sight for AK 47, for instance, is with automatic control to shut off by sparing the battery timing when not in use.
Best Red Dot Sight for AK 47-Top Rated 2023
Moreover, let us now discuss the options for the best red dot sight for AK 47 2023 with their features mentioned below:
1-Hi-Lux Optics CMR Series 1-4x24mm Close-Medium Range Tactical Rifle scope
The mix of qualities in this model makes for an exceptional yet more adaptable and valuable optic too. Based on a reduced but powerful 30mm cylinder, the CMR doesn't add excessive mass or weight to your rifle.
Due to this, the CMR sight is the Best red dot sight for AK 47 on the front rail for tactical and hunting rifles. The use in low light conditions is available, and light transmission is the best in this series.
- Extended battery timings of about 30,000 hours or three years
- Conjoined with iron sights
- Compatible with all the generations of NVD
- Uses only one DL 1/3 N battery for use
- 2 MOA Reticle for accuracy of the aim
- The reticle never moves during the aim (parallax free)
- Tough Construction
- Wear-resistant Perma-Coat
- Lenses polished to photographic quality
- Reticle illumination needs to be more bright for lighting Conditions
This Good red dot sight for AK 47 also features a Zero Locking System, which allows the shooter to lock set up their objective procurement. In addition to that, it simultaneously offers insignificant alterations and changes. In case you're in a strategic situation or hunting game, you wouldn't have any desire to bargain with anything other than this Scope.
2-Vortex Optics Crossfire II Second Focal Plane, 1-inch Tube Rifle scopes
The Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 is very similar to the other Best Red Dot Sights for AK-47. It highlights amplification Controls somewhere in the range of 2x and 7x with a 32 mm target focal point.
It consequently sets it in a similar compelling reach, the same number of other customary chasing extensions, equipped for boosting your accuracy to assist you with shots less than 1000 yards.
- 2-7x magnification
- BDC reticle
- Zero-reset windage and elevation turrets
- Fully multi-coated lenses
- Resettable MOA turrets
- High performance
- Affordable price
- Unlimited eye relief
- Lack of a parallax turret
- Can't facilitate accuracy above 800 yards
Likewise, with numerous other Vortex sights, this model also has a multi coated lens and a fantastic weatherproof usage. Not only this but also because of the exceptional fixing and cleansing procedures, it is a remarkable option.
3-Bushnell Trophy TRS-25 Red Dot Sight Rifle scope, 1x25mm, Black
Bushnell Trophy sight is with multi-coated optics encouraging hunters in targeting their aim successfully. It equally implies that there won't be any issue to focus on the objective when there are low light conditions as well.
This Best red dot sight for old eyes will be providing you with the maximum performance in any weather conditions you prefer.
- Holds zero very well
- 3,000 hours of battery life
- One year warranty
- 3 MOA dot reticle
- 11 brightness settings
- Affordable Price
- Fast target acquisition
- Rugged Construction
- Not durable
- Unsatisfactory Battery life
It has a rugged construction that consequently makes it waterproof.It is one of the best red dot scopes for AK-47. Even though we suggest you not to use it for security purposes at home, as it is not that reliable, but,for this price, you cannot have a better product than this one.
4-Meprolight Self-Powered Day/Night Reflex Sight with Dust Cover 5.5 MOA Reticle
The MEPROS 21 gives an all-light aiming accuracy, without the use of batteries. The MEPROS M21 is for battling and, it is very durable too. In addition to that, it is very easy to use and aims precisely.
The optic was the choice by the IDF for Special Forces and Infantry. MEPROS 21 offers an enormous 30mm measurement lens, which permits quick aim acquiring with both eyes opened.
- Dust cover case included
- All-light aiming capability without batteries
- Combat Proven
- Consists of a mounting base with two quick-release levers
- No batteries or switches.
- Self-illumination
- Operates under all-weather Conditions
- Rapid target acquisition
- Expensive Product
The MEPROS 21, Best red dot sight for low light, offers its users to acquire targets precisely at any range, or in any weather conditions. Besides, you may check out the other red dot sights made by Microlight in Israel, as they are equally amazing.
5-Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9X40mm Riflescope
We'll be going over another one of the Best Red Dot Sights for AK 47 Leupold VX-Freedom 3-9x40mm, with a standard duplex reticle. These are very economical scopes, so they are an excellent option to be considered.
The VX-Freedom has a matte dark finish, which resembles all other Leupolds. Furthermore, everything fits similarly as it should, and the regular 1″ scope body implies that the trackers can shootaccessible with this mounting equipment.
- Waterproof, Fog Proof, Shockproof
- Unparalleled low light performance
- Magnification Range of 3x-9x
- Duplex reticle
- Lightweight
- Good performance
- Lack of lens cover
The VX-Freedom collection is an augmentation of the notable Leupold brand. It gives an economical choiceto the shooters. Moreover, the quality is great with the Leupold Gold ring. This Best Red Dot Sight for AK 47 is the perfect choice for you.
Q-What makes a good red dot sight?
A Best Red Dot Sight for AK 47is known for its accurate shooting, but it is also ideal for very close or high-speed shooting.
Q-Which is better red or green dot?
Red dot sights will never make everything clear for you. Likewise, the green dot sights are known to be the best for older people.
Q-What distance should I zero my red dot?
For a fixed elevation of a red dot sight, 50 yards is always the ideal distance to set your zero.
Final Verdict-Best Red Dot Sight Ak 47
The important thing for finding the Best Red Dot Sight for AK 47 is knowing how quickly you can aim and shoot at your focus, inside 200 yards. Similarly, if you have enough budget, these are some outstanding options to be bought.


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I thought long and hard about writing this piece because I realize some aspects of travel can be TMI. But if I could do a price breakdown for going to Cropover in Barbados, why shouldn't I explain the costs associated with going to the Maldives?
The reason I wanted to post this is because I feel like the Maldives is a dream location for many that seems exceptionally pricey and almost impossible to travel to on a budget.
Unlike Barbados, I won't post the costs of activities, because what I will be doing is definitely not what everyone else would be doing. (Unlike Carnivals, where usually going to fetes is kind of the standard of attendance.) Also, my trip is not ONLY to the Maldives – I will be spending 3 nights in Abu Dhabi, 2 nights in Dubai and then 6 nights in the Maldives.
Also, I should add, myself and my travel partner for this journey (@sherrydacosta) decided to have some luxury in our lives. This trip could have been much cheaper in regards to accommodations but once we saw how discounted these 4* and 5* hotels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai were, it was a unanimous vote to enjoy some of them. Let me tell you, I can't even get a 4* hotel in Toronto for these prices so being fortunate enough to book them in warm locations was a bonus.
Let us begin with the flight.
When we were initially looking for flights to the Maldives it was about $2500 per person roundtrip.
I realized we were going during an expensive time of year, but still, no way that was an acceptable flight price. So I did the same thing I did for Barbados, I began looking at alternative airports for departure and working out what route would be cheaper.
We got lucky.
Air Canada + Etihad flight to Abu Dhabi roundtrip with only a 3hr layover each way in Frankfurt popped up. $1389.00 per person. Perfect.
Following that, we found a flight to the Maldives from Dubai with Sri Lankan Air. $771.00 per person. Also, perfect.
With choosing to readjust our route, it lowered our flight cost from a possible $2500 per person to $2160 per person. What is even MORE crazy is that exact flight to Abu Dhabi we booked back in September that we paid $1389 for is now $2700!! Yikes. Lower price and we get to see Abu Dhabi and Dubai? Win. Big big win.
Moving on to accommodations.
Now that we knew our dates for Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Maldives it was just a matter of finding cheap places to rest our heads. However, once we began looking and seen the cheap prices for some very nice hotels, we decided to splurge a little. (still, well-priced though)
For Abu Dhabi we found this beautiful hotel 'Traders Hotel Qaryat Al Beri, by Shangri-la'. It is a 4* hotel on a beach, the Tripadvisor reviews were great and it even has a gondola that will taxi you via their own canals throughout the hotel. Incredible.
Cost: $182.50 per person, for three nights!
We wanted something glitzy for Dubai, but I think both of us NEVER pictured we would find a gem like the 'Five Palm Jumeirah'. This is a 5* hotel in the Palm Jumeirah area of Dubai. It is grandiose in its structure, has three outdoor swimming pools and a private beach. The second we saw this hotel we knew it was the one. Although this one is a bit more costly, I feel for it being a 5* and how gorgeous it is, well worth the money.
Cost: $288.00 per person, for two nights!
Finally, for the longest stay during this vacation we had to pick somewhere good for the Maldives. Here was the dilemma; 1) The resorts that are on private islands are INSANELY expensive 2) The hotels on islands with local occupants were not as 'open' because you couldn't just walk around in a bathing suit.
So what to do?
Boom. We found the incredible 'Arena Beach Hotel' on the island of Maafushi. This is a 4* hotel on a local island (not private) that has a bikini beach at its front doors. Therefore, we can frolic freely in our bathing suits without being offensive to the local population. This hotel is not only beautiful, well priced and well located – it also includes a buffet breakfast. I love food-inclusive pricing. Furthermore, it is also perfect for any scuba diving, fishing or island hopping excursions. Great find for us.
Cost: $495.50 per person, for six nights!
Could this trip have been cheaper? Absolutely. I think Sherry and I could have easily done this for under $2700 even. But, when you want to be fake bougee for a period of time, this is what happens. Also, I imagine when it isn't Christmas/NYE it may also be much cheaper to travel to these destinations.
Total cost of flights and accommodations for Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Maldives is: $3126.00 per person.
I think we did well with the nice places we are staying and going to. I really hope this price breakdown enlightens and perhaps even inspires people to travel to these luxurious places on a non-six-figure-a-year-earning-salary.
– Mirna


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"Someone should really clean that up," he whispered to me as we stood in a crowd trying to make sense of an installation that consisted of what looked like a couple of horse turds and a broomstick on a sheet of Mylar.
Mylar appears to be some sort of flooring from the context. Which is close. Mylar is often used to generically refer to polyester film or plastic sheet.
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What's worse is that I practically brush shoulders with the skeevy waiter from the night before.
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Oh my Lord a trip to Paris....that would be amazing! I have never tried their fragrances definitely need to check them out!ReplyDelete
this sounds like it's right up my alley! i will have to check it out!ReplyDelete
I just smelled this for the first time the other day and I LOVE it! Smells so great!ReplyDelete
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I've never tried any of the philosophy fragrances but I got the little sample in my ulta catalog and it smelled so nice! Love floral fragrances!ReplyDelete
I've never tried philosophy fragrances too, but I've always been drawn to citrusy smells. Will check this out:)ReplyDelete
I will have to check this perfume out.ReplyDelete
I'm a huge fan of philosophy and their fragrances so I'll have to check this one out for sure!ReplyDelete
I'll have to try this perfume!! One of my favorite scents is by philosophy called love sweet love!ReplyDelete
My best friend love philosophy Grace. I got her the gift set for Christmas. Which she loved b/c it was on her christmas list. I had no idea that what she wanted.ReplyDelete
Amazing giveaway- and I need to pop into Ulta/Sephora to smell this! :)ReplyDelete
super cute packaging!ReplyDelete
I'm totally the same way when it comes to making decisions, and I should probably follow my heart more! So, sad story, my boss is allergic to all kinds of fragrances, so for the past FIVE years I have not been able to wear perfume or scented lotions to work... tragic! :-(ReplyDelete
Not going to lie, 9 times out of 10 I choose my perfume based on the bottle. Of course it has to smell good too! This is just adorable! And I love what you wrote about following your heart. I agree 100%!ReplyDelete
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I was wondering about this scent! I'm definitely a Philosophy body wash girl. I practically have reviewed and used all of them. I also love their Pure Grace scent. I'll stop by my local day spa to smell this. I'm not big on florals either.ReplyDelete
Super cute perfume!ReplyDelete
Anything with candy in the pictures reels me in every.single.time!!! hahaReplyDelete
I so want to try this after ur review!ReplyDelete
I've actually never tried any of their products!! Heading to enter that giveaway now! Thanks for the heads up :)ReplyDelete
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This packaging is so pretty!ReplyDelete
Sounds like it smells absolutely amazing! The packaging is beautiful as well!ReplyDelete
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Amazing giveaway!ReplyDelete
The package is so cute and I'm sure the scent will be great <3ReplyDelete
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I have never tried any of their products. I love their branding though, which is always an easy sell for me :) Ill have to try their vday perfume!ReplyDelete
I love the packaging, it's adorable!ReplyDelete
This sounds wonderful..love, love!! Never tried their products before, will have to give this a try :)) xxReplyDelete
I absolutely love the Philosophy line! They always have amazing smelling stuff but I've never seen loveswept before! I'm going to have to go hunt this down now! :)ReplyDelete
I love philosophy, so I definitely want to check this new fragrance out. Super cute packaging, too :)ReplyDelete
Sounds lovely!ReplyDelete
Amazing giveaway, too :)
Yes please on the Paris getaway! And, I know the acent is more important, but that bottle design is too cute.ReplyDelete
I wish we had this brand here, I love all their products just from seeing them online, imagine if I actually tested them!ReplyDelete
Oh this sounds amazing. Would love to try it out! XOXO, SissiReplyDelete
Totally want to try loveswept because I've liked everything that I've ever gotten at philosophy!ReplyDelete
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Buffalo, NY - The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens announces their 119th Mum Exhibit will be held October 5 through November 3. A special BuffaLove Dollar Day, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, will take place on October 14 and Buffalo Philharmonic Subscribers receive buy one, get one admission to the Botanical Gardens on October 18 in celebration of conductor JoAnn Falletta's 20th Anniversary with the BPO.
The Botanical Gardens' oldest flower exhibit is celebrating its 119th anniversary. The Chrysanthemum (Mum) Exhibit has taken a spooky turn this year! MUMster Mash is this year's theme that shows a mad scientist lab, a spooky cemetery, ghosts, mummies and more. The seasonal fun will be accompanied by thousands of BOOtiful mums.
The Mum Exhibit is included with Botanical Gardens' admission - $12.50 adults, $11 seniors (62+), $11 students (13+ with ID), $7 Kids 3-12, Botanical Gardens' members and kids 2 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online at buffalogardens.com or inside the Botanical Gardens at the admission desk.
On October 14, the Botanical Gardens will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a dollar admission day. The Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY Inc. will be onsite to engage with visitors while they enjoy the beautiful Botanical Gardens. A special self-guided scavenger hunt throughout the Botanical Gardens will also be available to visitors in English and in Spanish. The Council is dedicated to preserving the history of Hispanics in Western New York for future generations. It is a nonprofit organization that exists to foster and inspire awareness, understanding, and appreciation of past, present, and future contributions of the Hispanic Community in Western New York.
On October 18, the Botanical Gardens will offer buy one, get one free admission for current BPO subscribers. Visitors can enjoy a free and fun BPO inspired self-guided scavenger hunt throughout the Botanical Gardens, previously recorded BPO music played throughout the Botanical Gardens all day and free docent led tours will be held at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm.
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, Inc. provides a resident, professional, major symphony orchestra of artistic excellence and integrity to enrich the quality of life in Western New York through the presentation of live symphonic music and other musical events which educate and entertain the broadest possible audiences within and beyond the Western New York region. Since 1940, the orchestra's permanent home has been Kleinhans Music Hall, a National Historic Landmark designed by Eliel and Eero Saarinen with an international reputation as one of the finest concert halls in the United States. Since its inception in 1935, the BPO has served as Buffalo's cultural ambassador. JoAnn Falletta is the Music Director of the Grammy Award-winning orchestra, which presents more than 120 Classics, Pops, Rock, Kids and Youth concerts each year. For more information, visit bpo.org.
Use #MumExhibit and @Buffalogardens when posting and tagging on social media. For more information, visit the Botanical Gardens' website at buffalogardens.com. Proceeds benefit the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens Society Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization with a mission to inspire curiosity and connect people to the natural world through its historic living museum.


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As I added more things that didn't have a designated space, my computer desk got overwhelmed with
I'm not all done yet, but I thought I'd post some mid-project pictures. Maybe it will motivate you to tackle whatever organizing your studio may need. And I know it will help me follow through to the end of the job.
I'm actually typing this post at my desk, but here's what it looked like near the start of the project.
Another goal I had was to reduce visual clutter, as well as physical clutter. I think I've accomplished both goals here.
I removed the purple boxes and the furnace glass and I spread out the white drawers so they are all the same height. Now the eye can rest on that shelf comfortably and not be jarred by all the conflicting heights, colors and storage boxes. The only non-white item now is a wood and papier-mâché diorama from Mexico that is on top of one of the storage drawers in the corner.
The 2nd shelf down is mostly empty right now, but that's OK. I'm not done cleaning the whole studio yet and I might still need the space. One trick to give yourself extra space for smaller items is to use hanging wire baskets that hook onto the shelf above. You can see that I've used one of these above the second shelf.
I moved all my polymer clay supplies into these boxes and used my trusty label machine to label each box. There is still extra room in the boxes for more, as I expand my stash.
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I never in a million years would have that I could fall this much in love with a home where the accent colours are red, blue and yellow. And this kitchen is now added to my top 5 favourites (don't ask me what the other 4 are LOL). I am head over heels for this 5,200 sq ft penthouse apartment, formerly a hospital, located in the heart of West Village. Designed by Studio Shamshiri, photos by Shade Degges.
You are right—the kitchen is magnificent! Love the piano and braided rug. So many great touches!
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The 3 Best Nootropic Stacks – 2021
The three leading nootropic supplements on the market this year:
#1 Mind Lab Pro
Mind Lab Pro is the cleanest nootropic supplement on the market right now. This product from Opti Nutra ticks all of the boxes in terms of ingredient quality, effectiveness, brand reputation and long-term safety.
"Premium" is the word that best describes Mind Lab Pro. The quality and assurance it provides are excellent. It contains 11 of the best nootropics in clinically studied doses, and affects 6 different biopathways:
- Neurogenesis
- Brain Energy
- Brain Blood Flow
- Neurotransmitters
- Brainwaves
- Neuroprotection
Mind Lab Pro's recommended dose is two capsules in the morning and afternoon. If you work long hours or need an additional 'boost', you can safely increase to 4 capsules per 24 hours.
So, what's under the 'hood' of Mind Lab Pro? Let's take a look.
Mind Lab Pro's Ingredients
- Citicoline (250mg)
- Bacopa Monnieri (150mg)
- Lion's Mane Mushroom (500mg)
- Phosphatidylserine (100mg)
- Suntheanine, A.K.A L-Theanine (100mg)
- Maritime Pine Bark Extract (75mg)
- Rhodiola Rosea (50mg)
- L-Tyrosine as NALT (175mg)
- Vitamin B6 (2.5mg)
- Vitamin B9 (Folate) (100mcg)
- Vitamin B12 (7.5mcg)
B vitamins in Mind Lab Pro are grown on yeast and probiotic cultures using NutriGenesis® technology. This makes them nature-identical and easy for your body to absorb.
L-Tyrosine is drafted in to support cognitive performance under stress – including intense exercise, cold exposure, sleep deprivation, work-related stress, etc.
Rhodiola Rosea in Mind Lab Pro increases your focus & motivation, while Maritime Pine Bark Extract boosts cerebral blood flow for sharper thinking.
Another ingredient that stuck out to us is Lion's Mane Mushroom. This is one of the only nootropics known to promote nerve regeneration and growth. According to some studies, Lion's Mane Mushroom can help you feel better mentally too – relieving depression and anxiety.
Mind Lab Pro Pros and Cons
The Good
- 100% natural, stim-free formula
- 11 most effective nootropics in bioactive doses
- Addresses 6 different aspects of mental health and performance
- Used by athletes, doctors, students, gamers, CEOs, pro chess players
- Excellent brand reputation & reviews
- Their team includes neuroscientists and Ph.D. doctors
- Ships worldwide
The Bad
- Premium price due to having the highest quality ingredients available
- Citicoline dose is too low if you're taking Racetams
- Only sold direct from the manufacturer's website
Mind Lab Pro Conclusion
Mind Lab Pro is arguably the best nootropic supplement money can buy right now.
Its formula is plant-based with no gelatine, GMOs, soy, gluten, or any filler. The capsules are made of fermented tapioca which makes them highly bioavailable and easy on your digestion.
Additionally, this supplement is made in an FDA-certified lab. This ensures you're getting exactly what it says on the label and protects you from the risks of contamination that are seen with lower-quality products.
Mind Lab Pro is an eco-friendly product that is shipped in recyclable cardboard boxes.
With a price of $1.6 per day and great deals when buying in bulk, we feel it's an excellent value for money.
If you're someone who struggles with procrastination, poor memory & focus, or generally low mood, then you should definitely look into Mind Lab Pro.
#2 Performance Lab Mind
Performance Lab Mind is an ultramodern formula made for stacking with other nootropics.
It's similar to Mind Lab Pro, but more streamlined. It only contains 4 ingredients, but in higher doses, which allows it to deliver more focused cognitive benefits.
Performance Lab Mind is one of the best nootropics currently available because it's still able to cover all the most important areas of brain function with just a few ingredients. This makes it extremely safe to use long-term.
Plus, the quality is amazing – there's no waste, fillers or redundant ingredients.
Taken daily, Performance Lab Mind helps you:
- Be more focused
- Stress less
- Have more mental energy
- Protect your brain from toxins and oxidative stress
- Repair and grow new neurons
The key advantage of this particular product is how easily it can be combined with other supplements.
In fact, Performance Lab Mind has been specifically designed to be paired with other Performance Lab Products. Our favorite combo is Performance Lab Mind and Performance Lab Stim for long work sessions.
Performance Lab Mind's Ingredients
- Citicoline as Cognizin® (250mg)
- Phosphatidylserine as SharpPS Green® (100mg)
- N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine (300mg)
- Maritime Pine Bark Extract (Standardized to 95% proanthocyanidins) (75mg)
Citicoline is an essential brain nutrient that improves energy and makes you more mentally alert.
Phosphatidylserine is a fatty compound found in our brain cells and it helps with neuron to neuron signaling. The SharpPS Green® version means it's of the cleanest quality possible, derived from sunflower lecithin making it suitable for those with a soy allergy.
Meanwhile, Maritime Pine Bark Extract and L-Tyrosine work together to improve the underlying brain pathways for optimized long-term performance.
Performance Lab Mind Pros and Cons
The Good
- Cleanest quality formula
- Extremely safe
- Patented ingredients in clinical doses
- Supports short-term and long-term brain function
- Perfect for stacking with other supplements
- Great value for money
The Bad
- Not as comprehensive as Mind Lab Pro
- Only available direct at PerformanceLab.com
Performance Lab Mind Conclusion
Performance Lab Mind is a simple yet extremely powerful nootropic supplement. It contains vegan-friendly patented ingredients, all wrapped in prebiotic plant capsules.
All things considered, there's not much more we can ask from Performance Lab Mind. If you want the safest product with some of the best ingredients, in clinically tested doses, then look no further than this one.
#3 Alpha Brain
Produced by a well-known company Onnit and endorsed by the likes of Joe Rogan, Alpha Brain is definitely one of the better brain supplements on offer right now.
Alpha Brain doesn't have even trace amounts of caffeine or other stimulants, making it another great choice for those who want to minimize the risk of side effects.
Alpha Brain's ingredients work in combination to:
- Support your synaptic plasticity
- Improve your mood and reduce social anxiety
- Stimulate and protect neurons for better long-term health
- Fight the loss of concentration and cognitive function due to stress and aging
- Increase mental energy and awareness
- Improve memory and recall speed
Alpha Brain's dosage is 2 capsules per day with a light meal. Unlike with Mind Lab Pro, it's not recommended to exceed this dose.
But what's inside?
Alpha Brain's Ingredients
Eleven nootropics make up Alpha Brain's formula including:
- Vitamin B6 (10mg)
- Onnit Flow Blend (650mg) – L-Tyrosine, L-Theanine, Oat Straw Extract, Phosphatidylserine
- Cat's Claw Bark Extract (350mg)
- Onnit Focus Blend (240mg) – Alpha GPC, Bacopa Monnieri, Huperzine A,
- Onnit Fuel Blend (65mg) – Vinpocetine, Pterostilbene, L-Leucine
Huperzia Serrata (Huperzine A) in Alpha Brain works by raising your Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that's needed for memory retrieval and cognitive function.
Bacopa Monnieri is a neural tonic and adaptogen widely used in combating stress, anxiety, and memory decline.
Alpha GPC is added to Alpha Brain for its ability to enhance mental energy and deep focus. While vitamin B6 provides foundational support for long-term brain health and functioning.
Alpha Brain Pros and Cons
The Good
- Excellent ingredient choices
- Effective for memory, mood and focus
- Used by high-performers and athletes to improve odds of success
- No harsh side effects
- Highly reputable brand
The Bad
- Might need to be cycled on and off due to Huperzine A
- Some people prefer formulas without proprietary blends
- More expensive than other options
Alpha Brain Conclusion
Alpha Brain is one of the best nootropic stacks available right now. Although it can be a bit pricey (depending on where you buy), there's no doubt Alpha Brain is one of the most effective formulas when it comes to boosting mood and overall cognitive performance.


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You Can't Fix Other People, But You Can Fix Yourself
Want a better life? Want to make the world a better place? You can, when you take responsibility and start bettering yourself.
Human life in the universe? Some scientists will say if there is intelligent life in the Universe where is it? Well, maybe it's a Type III civilization (Kardashev Type) and doesn't want to have anything to do with us humans because it would be like us humans telling a bunch of ants about nuclear energy.
Human life, life, intelligent life. There are multiple different types of life we can't even understand.
The scientists believe our solar system is in a Milky Way Galaxy and is about 100,000 light-years across. The Milky Way Galaxy is in a Universe the Universe is about 46.5 billion light-years across.
The Universe started with The Big Bang. The Universe is this big bubble. Scientists believe there are multiple Universes, (big bubbles). And what are these big bubbles floating around in? Infinity.
Infinite space is a concept describing something without any bound, or something larger than any natural number.
I believe there is no such thing as Universes. I believe Big Bangs are happening an infinite number of times in Infinity.
Us humans can't even imagine what's happening inside of these other Big Bangs. We can't even imagine how many big bangs are happening in a second in Infinity.
I wonder if ever we start using 100% of our brain we could understand what's going on in these Big Bangs. I believe this is why God only lets us use 10% of our brain. I believe once we get a handle on ourselves we will be able to move forward with some of these concepts. Concepts are defined as abstract ideas or general notions that occur in the mind, in speech, or in thought. They are understood to be the fundamental building blocks of thoughts and beliefs. They play an important role in all aspects of cognition. As such, concepts are studied by several disciplines, such as linguistics, psychology, and philosophy, and these disciplines are interested in the logical and psychological structure of concepts, and how they are put together to form thoughts and sentences. The study of concepts has served as an important flagship of an emerging interdisciplinary approach called cognitive science.
Most people are held back not by their innate ability, but by their mindset. They think intelligence is fixed, but it isn't. Your brain is like a muscle. The more you use it and struggle, the more it grows. New research shows we can take control of our ability to learn. We can all become better learners. We just need to build our brains in the right way.
Humanity has everything it needs to create a good world. We've had it for 3,000 years. It's the Ten Commandments; ten basic, yet profound instructions for how to lead a moral life. If everyone followed the Ten Commandments, we would not need armies or police; marriages and families would be stronger; truth would be a paramount value. The Ten Commandments led to the creation of Western Civilization and why they remain relevant to your life today.
Best-selling author and clinical psychologist Jordan Peterson explains how incremental daily changes can lead to a better life and ultimately a more harmonious world.


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Chetkovich named chair of Department of Neurology
May. 26, 2017—Dane Chetkovich, M.D., Ph.D., professor of Neurology and Physiology and director of the Medical Scientist Training Program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, has been named chair of Vanderbilt's Department of Neurology. He will join the faculty on Sept. 1.
Gillihan named CEO of Vanderbilt Home Care Services
May. 11, 2017—Kerry Gillihan, MHA, D.Sc., has been named president and CEO of Vanderbilt Home Care Services (VHCS), the home health care services of Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).
Reception celebrates VUMC's community ties
May. 11, 2017—Nearly 400 members of the Canby Robinson Society and the Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) community joined together at Cheekwood Estate and Gardens recently for a reception celebrating the Medical Center's shared commitment to healthy communities and to pioneer the future of health care.
VUMC employees celebrated for their culture of caring
Apr. 27, 2017—Vanderbilt University Medical Center's biggest asset – the 22,000 employees who through everything they do touch the lives of millions of patients and their families each year – were honored at last week's "Celebrate the Difference YOU Make Every Day."
Sessions for next week's 'Celebrate' filling up rapidly
Apr. 13, 2017—Those attending Vanderbilt University Medical Center's (VUMC) one-hour programs next week to celebrate staff and faculty — Celebrate the Difference YOU Make Every Day! — will be entered for drawings to win concert and athletic event tickets in addition to hearing inspiring messages from VUMC leadership and patients.
Office provides enterprise-wide project management services
Mar. 30, 2017—Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) has an office to support and provide consulting on project management best practices, tools and processes for projects across the Medical Center.
Gavin family's new gifts expand support for Trauma program
Mar. 23, 2017—When Carol Ann Gavin was transferred to Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in 2010 after being gravely ill for weeks, one of the first people she met was critical care surgeon Richard Miller, M.D. She immediately trusted Miller's assurance that he would get her well. He delivered on his promise.
Volunteer leaders added to VUMC advisory boards
Mar. 23, 2017—Thirteen volunteer leaders have been named over the past year to fill vacant positions on three Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) advisory boards and councils.
Glazer named Executive Medical Director of CHIM
Mar. 16, 2017—Mark Glazer, M.D., assistant professor of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), has been named Executive Medical Director of the Center for Health Information Management (CHIM) at VUMC.
Video submissions sought for employee celebration event
Mar. 16, 2017—As part of the enterprise-wide VUMC employee celebration event — Celebrate the Difference YOU Make Every Day! — staff and faculty are encouraged to get creative and develop a short (2-minute) video that reflects the difference that happens when a team comes together.
Compassion comes naturally for patient transporter Tyler
Mar. 9, 2017—Editor's note — This is the first in a series of profiles on some of Vanderbilt's most dedicated employees. All VUMC employees are encouraged to attend Celebrate — The difference YOU make every day on April 20 or 21 at Vanderbilt's Memorial Gymnasium. Please sign up for one of three sessions at VUMCcelebrate.com.
Event to celebrate VUMC employees set for April 20-21
Mar. 2, 2017—A special Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) employee celebration event — Celebrate the Difference YOU Make Every Day! — will be held in three sessions April 20-21 to acknowledge the many contributions of the Medical Center's people.


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The underwriting process for a merchant account can be invasive and exasperating for business owners. This is especially true of those in high risk industries like collections. Immoral or against-regulation activities by some people in the collections industry have given legitimate agents a bad reputation. Because of these untrustworthy few, processors and banks view high risk merchant accounts as a liability. In turn, the underwriting choices a third party collection business may pursue have become limited.
PDCflow understands that collection agencies need a viable merchant account, just like any other business. That's why we reached out to a few of the Merchant Service Providers we work with, including Newtek Merchant Solutions and High Risk Holdings, to learn more about the process. If you're a high risk merchant, and you're unsure of what to expect, here is some helpful information to prepare you to apply for a merchant account. Keep in mind, however, that all providers are different. While the general process is the same overall, some rules followed and information required may vary from one to the next.
Special Considerations For High Risk Merchant Accounts
Although Newtek and High Risk Holdings are happy to work with high risk merchants, there are some special considerations involved with this type of underwriting. High Risk Holdings will work to underwrite collection agency startups whenever possible, but there are requirements the merchant must fulfill. Startups must have:
- A physical office
- Experience within the collections space
- More than $15,000 in the bank to cover any risk exposure, such as chargebacks
Newtek does quite a bit of high risk underwriting, but notes that there are a few segments of the collections space that they won't work with. Payday lenders, student loans, and those with purchased debt will be denied merchant accounts. These businesses are too risky, even for a high risk underwriter such as Newtek.
"Newtek Merchant Solutions has been able to demonstrate a solid portfolio of high risk accounts and have a solid relationship with our sponsor bank," said Mike Campbell, Chief Credit and Risk Officer at Newtek. "There are, however, some segments that we will not onboard like Payday loans, student loans, and purchased debt."
As mentioned above, different Merchant Service Providers have different standards. Although Newtek avoids merchants who work with purchased debt, other underwriters may choose to do so at their own discretion. When going through the process, it is always best to ask up front which types of merchant accounts the provider in question avoids or views unfavorably.
The Ideal High Risk Merchant Application
There is no standard for an ideal candidate in underwriting. There are, however, a few components that will speed up the process. A good applicant will already have a strong history of processing and a low chargeback ratio.
Newtek looks for merchants with a ratio of under 1 percent, while High Risk Holdings is slightly more lenient. They are willing to accept a ratio under 1.5 percent, as long as the merchant's history doesn't show evidence of increasing ratios over time. Some Merchant Service Providers that are willing to underwrite high risk merchant accounts have a minimum monthly volume processing threshold of at least $50,000. Others do not, and are willing to board smaller merchants, as long as they meet the other underwriting requirements.
What if you have no history of processing because you're a startup? There are a select group of Merchant Service Providers, such as High Risk Holdings, who provide this service. They are willing to underwrite startups, as long as the merchant provides:
- A live URL
- Any necessary licenses
- Working capital in the bank
- Proof of a history in the industry (this can be demonstrated through a resume stating qualifications)
Items That Cause Concern Or Raise Red Flags
The most obvious red flag during underwriting is a poor reputation in past dealings. If there is an indication of poor practices evidenced by the Better Business Bureau or the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, underwriters may deny an application or require further explanation. Another alarming sign for underwriters is if the merchant has a history of litigations, negative press, or any other items that suggest poor or unfavorable business practices. However, past issues may not always be a deal breaker. If you have something in your history that could be construed in a negative manner, it's best to disclose it during the application process.
"If there are some potential issues, let's address them and be upfront about it and we can discuss," said Campbell. "Waiting to see if we will find the red flags is not a good way to enter into the relationship."
Other red flags include:
- A consistently high or increasing chargeback ratio
- Frequently changing or attempting to change processors
- Collectors of payday loans
- Collectors with purchased debt
- Other merchant accounts on a bank statement
- Financial instability, or main source of revenue coming from another company
- Sharing an account with another merchant
What else to expect
Once all the required documents have been turned in, you may have more work ahead of you. The underwriters usually gain insight into your business from these items alone, but sometimes they need clarification. Keep in mind, it is not unusual for underwriters to request an interview with merchants or ask for more documents. This isn't always a bad sign. Underwriters are just trying to understand the relationship they are about to form.
Because the underwriting process is confusing, it is invaluable to have a payment processor, or other partner, who can guide you through the process. PDCflow has established relationships with many different types of Merchant Service Providers. We can offer advice on which provider will best fit a merchant's business based on their individual circumstances. We work with our clients to provide the best solution at the best rates, based on individual merchant needs.
For more information, see PDCflow's Credit Card Processing Solutions or call us at 1-877-732-4814 ext. 1.


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Based at our Lemnos resort since May 2016, Abbi from Lincolnshire talked to us about her work and about life in the Mediterranean.
• Hi Abbi, how did you make your way to Lemnos and to the job of Childcare Manager for Mark Warner? What's your career background?
When I finished school I went straight into my apprenticeship and got my childcare qualifications. Before I'd even finished my apprenticeship I was applying to be a nanny abroad. I've been working for Mark Warner for a few years now, doing back-to-back seasons with them. I've been lucky enough to be based in many of their resorts and have worked my way up the company. Starting from being a nanny in the French Alps to being Head of Childcare and now Childcare Manager at Lemnos Beach Resort at the age of 21!
• What originally attracted you to working in childcare and tourism?
From a young age I had the travel bug. I did lots of different trips with my theatre company and got involved with a lot of the teaching too. I did a lot of research into working abroad and looked into the different jobs I could do – childcare stood out to me.
• What are your responsibilities?
My main role is managing my staff, making sure they're happy and know their job to a high standard, which creates the best childcare possible and happy guests. I do also do a lot of paperwork that comes with the job, such as rotas, feedback and activity plans.
• What are the greatest challenges of your role?
Working in the tourism industry means there's no door. It's long hours and you work hard, but it's worth it for the experiences and life skills you get.
• What are your favourite things to do in Lemnos when you're not working? Do you have any insider tips for guests coming to the resort?
I enjoy sailing and windsurfing and have been working towards getting my intermediate windsurfing certificate. We often hire cars (which are not too expensive) and go to the different beaches and tourist spots on the island. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the town of Myrina, where you can go for lovely meals, go shopping and visit the castle.
• What do you do outside the summer season?
Visit home and then do some major shopping before the quick turnover for the winter season in the French Alps. I've worked in Tignes.
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Because Aurora specializes in providing services to California school districts, K-12 schools, and JPAs, and has in-depth knowledge of regulations applicable to school districts, we provide periodic newsletters on how environmental regulations affect schools, and school districts. We focus our newsletters on practical ways that schools can comply with new environmental regulations, or become more efficient and solution-oriented in meeting existing health and safety standards. Our newsletters are full of tips for cost-effective solutions. Our newsletters often provide interesting outdoor curriculum options so that students can participate in monitoring environmental quality (i.e. stormwater, water quality sampling), and improve health and safety around school grounds.
Regulatory Agency Knowledge
Aurora staff have in-depth understanding of safety, health, and environmental regulations, as well as, long-term relationships with various Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA) hazardous materials inspectors, including:
- Palo Alto Fire Department
- Contra Costa Hazardous Materials Program
- Napa County Environmental Health Division
- Yolo County Environmental Health
- Solano County Environmental Department of Resource Management
- City of Fremont Fire Department
- Stanislaus County Environmental Resources
- County of Sacramento Environmental Management Department
- County of San Mateo Environmental Health Services
Aurora staff also have long-term relationships with Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) personnel, Cal/EPA, State Water Resources Board, Cal/OSHA, Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), Department of Public Health (DPH), and Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) staff. Aurora staff have in-depth knowledge of regulatory protocols involving personal toxin exposure monitoring; and methods of establishing health and safety plans and quality control procedures.


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The Apostoli charity has announced that it will be donating food to 1,000 families with young children that are low income or no income for a ten month period.
The charity, run by the Church of Greece, is part of an initiative realized by the Give for Greece program. Originally started by the International Orthodox Christian Charities along with support from the Orthodox Church of North America, Greek-American foundations and US citizens, the organization has offered support to 6,367 individuals, 3,354 families, 342 single-parent families and 124 families with disabled members thus far.
According to the Apostoli charity, families will be receiving 45 euros a month worth of fresh produce including fruit, vegetables, dairy products and poultry.
The gift of food is precious in Greece, as it is estimated that as many as much as 25 percent of school children were underfed and suffering from hunger in 2015, according to the Prolepsis Institute of Preventive Medicine, Environmental and Occupational Health. The same study revealed that 60 percent of school children were suffering from food insecurity, meaning that they did not get enough food. The cause was determined as the study concluded that in 61 percent of the cases, one of the two parents were without income and 17 percent of the families had no income at all.
See all the latest news from Greece and the world at Greekreporter.com. Contact our newsroom to report an update or send your story, photos and videos. Follow GR on Google News and subscribe here to our daily email!


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Icelandic Business and Economy
Iceland - The cost-competitive edge
Iceland's operating environment is competitive with leading countries in the industrial world. With its low tax structure, high education levels and competitive costs for skilled labor, land and electricity Iceland is a strong candidate for businesses to short-list when seeking new locations for their international operations.
Iceland presents international businesses and investors with a wide range of opportunities for investments
Iceland offers an attractive fiscal and tax environment for international organizations.
Positive attitude and a new Act on Incentives for Initial Investments in Iceland offer investors a range of possibilities.
Iceland's robust R&D, expertise in uniquely sustainable natural resources and our ideal location, bridging two of the world's strongest markets, have convinced record numbers of foreign companies of the benefits of investing in Iceland.
"Doing Business in Iceland" is a detailed booklet written by the Invest in Iceland and major accounting firms in Iceland, with assistance from the Internal Revenue Directorate, the Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism, The Ministry of Economic Affairs, and other bodies
For more information on doing business in Iceland visit Invest in Iceland, Icelandic Chamber of Commerce, Statistics Iceland, Central Bank of Iceland, Business Iceland.
General Facts
Land area
103,000 square kilometres; 40,000 square miles
Mandatory from 6 to 16 years of age
Schools for compulsory education: 192
Schools above compulsory education: 39
Universities and Colleges: 8
International Organizations
Iceland is a member of numerous international organizations, including the United Nations and its agencies, the European Economic Area, NATO, the Council of Europe, OECD, EFTA, WTO and the Nordic Council.
Icelandair, Iceland Express and Delta link Iceland with over 30 gateways in Europe and North America. Flight time is 2-4 hours to Western Europe and 5-7 hours to North America. Domestic services operate to Iceland's main regional communities, with flight time of less than one hour. A number of carriers offer air cargo services to and from Iceland. Shipping of cargo is easy with regular liner sailings to and from major ports in Europe and the USA. Shipping takes 3-4 days to Europe and 7-8 days to North America.
Regulatory Constraints and Reliefs
As a member of the 18-nation European Economic Area (all EU states and three of the four EFTA states), Iceland implements the same basic liberal business philosophy as the European Union. Except in a few limited areas, all EU commercial legislation and directives take effect in Iceland. Consequently, Iceland makes an ideal springboard for tariff-free access to the major EU market area, as well as a fully competitive location for EU companies to operate.
Exchange Controls: No restrictions are imposed in Iceland on buying or selling of foreign exchange.
Foreign Ownership of Business: In principle, foreign ownership of business is unrestricted. However, some limitations apply to specific sectors, namely fishing, primary fish processing, energy production and aviation.
A wide range of portfolio investment options are available through licensed securities trading companies.
Official Attitude and Incentives
Iceland has systematically made its business environment increasingly attractive for investment and location, among other things with the series of tax cuts which now give Iceland one of the lowest levels of corporate income tax in Europe.
Advantages offered by Iceland for industrial investors include the most competitive electricity prices in Europe at 2-3 US cents/kWh for large industrial users, depending upon delivery terms, and industrial steam at 6 barg or USD 3 per metric tonne. Industrial sites with good natural harbours, for small and large ventures, are available in many parts of the country, and many local authorities have designed development strategies and scenarios which provide for new investments. Highly skilled labour is available, including experts in software and a wide range of research fields.
Special incentives are granted for film and TV production in Iceland, whereby 12% of total costs are refundable. Production cost incurred in other EEA countries is also refundable within certain limits.
The Icelandic Tax System
The Icelandic tax system is relatively simple and effective. In the last few years the emphasis has been to simplify it further, reduce tax rates, broaden the tax base and conclude more bilateral taxation agreements, which will increase the competitiveness of Icelandic corporations and attract foreign investors.
Financial Reporting and Audit Requirements in Iceland
Every company resident and operating in Iceland must submit annual accounts that comply with statutory accounting rules and disclosures, and reflect a true and fair view of the company's assets, liabilities, results and financial position. Presentation is modelled upon standard EU requirements. The requirement of adjustments being made to revalue assets and liabilities on the principles of inflationary accounting was abolished in 2001.
Companies above a certain size which are publicly quoted and have subsidiaries are required to prepare consolidated group accounts. Tax returns are filed with local tax authorities.
Corporations registered in Iceland, with the main part of their income from foreign sources, can apply to keep their books of accounts and records in a foreign currency.
Limited liability companies registered on an official financial market are allowed to issue their share capital in a foreign currency. Other limited liability companies with the main part of their income from foreign sources will be able to issue their share capital in a foreign currency provided that certain requirements are met.
Source: "Doing Business in Iceland 2nd. ed."Invest in Iceland Agency.
Overseas Business Services (OBS)
The Overseas Business Services (OBS) was established in 1997 as part of the Icelandic Foreign Service. Its main task is to coordinate the work of trade counsellors in Icelandic Embassies around the world. It aims to meet demands of Icelandic firms concerning business opportunities abroad.
Supporting the foreign expansion of Icelandic companies
The OBS works with Icelandic business organizations, including the Trade Council of Iceland. The OBS works at strengthening the competitive position of Icelandic companies on international markets by providing specialised commercial services in Icelandic embassies.
OBS advisers can open doors for companies in the relevant regions, inter alia by assisting them to overcome difficult culture and language problems in different markets.
Specialized trade counsellors are posted in six embassies abroad, i.e. in the USA, Great Britain, France, China, Russia and Germany. Additionally, core trade services are provided in the embassies in Belgium, Finland, Norway, Denmark and Sweden.
Services provided by the OBS
- Tariffs and dues
- Rules of origin
- Establishing a business in North America
- Contact and communication with American authorities
- Information about technical trade barriers
- Market information from public sources
- Partner search
- PR and events
- Establishing a business in North America
- Investments in North America
- Trade delegations
Special services
- Listing of companies and business contacts
- Follow-up
- Business-watch
Contact info
For more information contact:
Hlynur Guðjónsson, Trade Commissioner, [email protected]
Svanhvít Aðalsteinsdóttir, Project Manager, [email protected]
Icelandic American Chamber of Commerce
The Icelandic American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) is a membership organization founded in New York in 1986. The chamber promotes the development of business and trade between the United States and Iceland through membership networking events, business conferences and other occasions in which leaders of the business and government participate. IACC´s day to day operations are managed by the Iceland trade office at the Consulate General of Iceland in New York. The Icelandic American Chamber of Commerce maintains a close relationship with the Chamber of Commerce in Iceland and AMÍS (American-Icelandic Chamber of Commerce in Iceland).
Report of activities 2015-2016
The IACC Board of Directors 2016-2017
Chairman of the Board
Jón Sigurðsson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Össur
1st Vice Chairman
Thor Thors Jr.
2nd Vice Chairman
Birkir Hólm Guðnason, Chief Executive Officer, Icelandair,
Siggi Hilmarsson, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Siggi's Dairy
Birna Anna Björnsdóttir, Founding Partner, Suðvestur
Board of Directors
Audrey Nizen – Bloomingdale's
Álfheiður H. Sæmundssen, Vice President, Capitol Acquisition
Árni Magnússon, Mannvit
Edward Christian – Saga Communication / Consul, Detroit
Einar Gústafsson – Bakkavör
Eric Nelson – Nordic Heritage Museum
Erla Skúladóttir – Morning Moon Films
Gauti Eggertsson – Brown University
Gerhard Olsen – Merrill Lynch
Gústi Sigurðsson – Citibank
Gréta Ólafsdóttir – Bless Bless Productions
Gunnar Birgisson – FPL Energy
Gylfi Sigfússon – Eimskip
Hanes Humes - Greylock Capital
Henry Demone – High Liner Foods
Jeff Monroe – Verne Global
John Hofteig - Consultant
Jón Steinsson – Columbia University
Joni Sighvatssson – Palomar Pictures
Kjartan Örn Ólafsson – Volta Labs Venture Development
Kristján Ólafsson – Icelandic Glacial
Kristján Tómas Ragnarsson – Mt. Sinaii School of Medicine
Lucy Baney – Access Technologies Group
Magnús Bjarnason – Kvika Bank
Magnús Gústafsson – Atlantika
Magnús Torfason – Harvard Business School
Margrét Harðardóttir – Lateral Investment Management
Marteinn Jónasson – Oddi Printing
Mica McCutchen Mosbacher - Honorary Consul General, Houston, Windward Interests, LLC
Mike Bless – Century Aluminium
Ólafur Jóhann Ólafsson – Time Warner
Pétur Óskarsson – Icelandair Group
Regína María Árnadóttir – Rourke Studio LLC
Sigríður Benediktsdóttir – Yale University
Stefan Guðjohnsen – Globe Scope
Tamara Boorstein – PR Consultant
Torfi Frans Ólafsson - CCP hf
Þorsteinn Egilsson – Icelandair
Úlfur Sigmundsson – Ljósbrá Investments
Ævar Agnarsson
General Manager: Hlynur Gudjonsson, [email protected]
Financial Officer: Bergþóra Laxdal, [email protected]
Icelandic Companies Doing Business in North America and Around the World
Here you can find information about over 300 Icelandic companies in various industries such as food and beverage, design, clothing, aluminum, fisheries, green technology, health technology, bio tech, information technology, construction, tourism etc.
We recommend using the pdf file on smartphones and tablet.
2017 Icelandic Companies List (excel)
Business Links
Government and Public Organisations
Althingi (Parliament)
Central Bank of Iceland
Directorate of Fisheries
Iceland Naturally
Icelandic Customs Office
Icelandic Research Council
Icelandic Chamber of Commerce
Invest in Iceland
Film in Iceland
Marine Research Institute
National Energy Authority
Statistics Iceland
The Supreme Court of Iceland
Technological Institute of Iceland - IceTec
Business organisations
Trade Council of Iceland
Chamber of Commerce
Confederation of Icelandic Employers
Federation of Icelandic Industries
Icelandic Council for Standardization
Iceland Tourist Board
- Prime Minister's Office
- Ministry for Foreign Affairs
- Ministry of the Environment, Energy and Climate
- Ministry of Education and Children
- Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs
- Ministry of Health
- Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries
- Ministry of Justice
- Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour
- Ministry of Infrastructure
Periodicals in English
Iceland Review
Statistical Yearbook of Iceland
Radio and Television
The Icelandic National Broadcasting Service
Stöð 2
Skjar 1
Air Atlanta
General Information Sites
Iceland Complete
Reykjavík City
Akureyri Region Business Agency
East Iceland
Destination Iceland
Reykjavik Travel Service
South Iceland


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Beth Bernstein's new book "Jewelry's Shining Stars" will be hosting a launch party in Venice Beach, CA. Our very own Katey Brunini and her K. Brunini Jewels creations will be featured in the book. You can now pre-order the product on Amazon!
"Jewelry's Shining Stars" is a celebration of a generation of independent designers/artists who are crossing the boundaries of art, function and wearability to form a distinctive imprint on contemporary jewelry. They are the new influencers that shine brightly and are evolving with time and perseverance and are bringing out the collector in today's woman.
Beth Bernstein—historian, writer and connoisseur of precious jewels—offers an informative, vivid and lively insider's peek into the imaginations, sensibilities and personalities of 38 designers who are shaping jewelry's future.
The jewelry displayed is meant to be worn and treasured by women who understand and relate to the hearts, souls and boundless imagination of these individual artists—all of whom are carving out an enduring role in jewelry's timeline and have earned their place in this art form's rich history.
Kamofie & Company
1350 Abbot Kinney #102
Venice, CA 90291
tel 310-310-3998


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China begins 5G trial runs to get headstart in global telecom race
High-speed 5G networks can theoretically transmit data 20 times faster than current 4G speed, with less than one tenth of the latency.
BEIJING: China, the largest telecom market in the world in terms of subscribers, has started conducting trials for 5G telecommunications equipment in about 100 cities, as it aims to get a head start in the race to lead the next generation of cellular phone systems.
High-speed 5G networks can theoretically transmit data 20 times faster than current 4G speed, with less than one tenth of the latency, or the time for a data request to receive a reply.
The 5G technologies being tested include massive multiple-antenna systems capable of handling more users and increased capacity to support greater mobile data usage, Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post quoted Bernstein Research report as saying.
With the world's largest 4G market at 1.3 billion users at the end of 2015 it is on sufficient scale to "make or break" a new global 5G standard Bernstein's senior analyst Chris Lane said.
Almost 30 per cent of China's 1.3 billion mobile phone users are on 4G networks, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), which regulates the sector.
High-speed 5G networks can achieve theoretical speeds at up to 20 gigabits per second, much faster than the current fourth generation speed of 1 Gbps.
Latency, or the time required for a request for data to receive a reply when clicking an app, is envisioned to be one millisecond or less on 5G, compared with 10 millisecond on 4G.
The International Telecommunications Union, part of the United Nations, expects network deployments to begin in 2020 soon after the standards are set for 5G, technically known as IMT-2020.
The consensus among global telecoms industry leaders is that a single standard - a unified set of industry benchmarks - would be enormously beneficial.
"The cost of having different standards is high for the industry," said Wang Zhiqin, director of the Institute of Communications Standards Research at the China Academy of Information & Communications Technology said during the InnoTech Expo in Hong Kong.
David Dai Shu, spokesman for Shenzhen-based telecommunications equipment maker ZTE, state-run China Mobile smartphone manufacturers is the largest in the world in terms of subscribers and revenue alone was planning "pre-5G trials in more than 100 cities across more than 20 provinces."
The other two government owned firms, China Unicom and state-run China Telecom may also be undertaking some preparation, Dai said, adding that Unicom had signed a cooperation agreement with ZTE in August related to 5G research.
China Mobile has said previously that it plans to roll out its 5G network service in 2020.


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As a nonprofit director or board member, you know the struggles to find financing. Whether you couch dive for spare change, write countless grant applications, supplicate yourself to generous donators, or more than likely attempt a combination of all three, you realize the importance of making every dollar count. You definitely do not want to carry more insurance than is absolutely necessary.
One type of insurance that not many nonprofits overlook is directors and officers liability insurance, more commonly known as D&O coverage. While your board and officers are dedicated to your nonprofit's cause, not everyone may see them the way you do. Unfortunately, not even charitable or advocacy groups are immune from lawsuits.
Two types of lawsuits are frequently brought against nonprofit organizations of all stripes. Derivative lawsuits are claims against a board member alleging mismanagement of assets. These suits are less common than direct or third party lawsuits stemming from employees, clients or other individuals asserting discrimination or damages of some sort.
Although many of these types of claims are found baseless, your nonprofit is still at risk for the court and legal fees that result in these allegations. Directors and officers liability coverage can help pay for those attorney bills and legal fees, making sure your nonprofit's hard-found revenues continue going to work for your cause. D&O coverage can also cover the cost of settlements or legal awards should any of those lawsuits proceed through the courts and rule against your favor.
It's important to carefully review any D&O policy before you purchase it, however. Unfortunately, many policies exclude employment related claims, which is the most common need for this type of liability protection.
If you are unsure how your board and officers are currently covered, or you simply have a question about a certain D&O policy, our agents are always available to help. We will identify any gaps in your nonprofit's coverage, suggest better options, and even assist your organization in filing a claim. Contact us to find out how you can obtain the perfect insurance coverage for your non-profit that meets your shoe-string budget and needs.


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Cybex Talos S Lux Cloud T i-Size Travel System - Silver Chassis/Deep Black
Bundle includes Pushchair, Carrycot, Cloud T i-Size Car Seat, Base T Isofix Base, Cup Holder, Car Seat Adaptors & Rain Cover
Venture off-road with the Cybex Talos S Lux: an outdoor stroller for all the challenges of family travel. The Talos S Lux has a large and luxurious seat with enhanced side protection for your child. Cobblestones, forest paths and hiking trails can all be navigated with big never-flat all-terrain wheels and smooth all-wheel suspension.
Luxury Seat
The large seat unit of the Talos S Lux is the last word in luxurious comfort and safety with enhanced side protection for your child's upper body and hips.
Windstopper included
Included free with the CYBEX Talos S Lux is the windstopper: The windstopper provides protection from wind, rain and harsh weather and keeps your child warm
Puncture-proof all-terrain wheels
Comfortable yet durable, Talos S lux wheels give adventurous parents the freedom to tackle any surface.
Smooth all-wheel suspension
Travel in comfort over a variety of surfaces with all-wheel suspension - mobility for you and uninterrupted sleep for your child.
Ergonomic lie flat
Talos S Lux is fully adjustable into an ergonomic lie-flat position for use from birth
Supreme XXL canopy
Shield your child from the elements with an extendable Supreme XXL sun canopy made of UPF50+ protective fabric, featuring a mesh window for breathability and healthy air circulation on hot days.
Travel System
One frame, four travelling options. In addition to the standard stroller seat the Talos S Lux frame is compatible with our award-winning infant car seats, the Cot S and the snug Cocoon S.
Additional Features
With one hand the Talos S Lux can be easily folded into a free-standing package, for convenient stowing and storage.
Allowing the steering level to be tailored to the height of the parent, the handlebar height can be easily adjusted with one hand.
The seating height of the Talos S Lux is aligned with standard table heights, helping your child to take part in family meals without needing to leave their stroller.
A spacious shopping basket allows you to carry loads of up to 5 kg, making it a practical companion whether you're on a shopping trip or simply need a place to sling your shoulder bag.
What's in the Box?Talos S Lux Frame and Seat Unit
Bumper Bar
- From birth to approx. 4 years
- Max. weight 22 kg
- Unfolded: L 800 – 910 mm / W 610 mm / H 1020 – 1120 mm
- Folded (most compact): L 630 mm / W 495 mm / H 360 mm
- Weight 14.6 kg (including Windstopper)


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EMPACK Porto
18. September 2019 - 19. September 2019
Two days, one place, more than 100 suppliers and 4,000 professionals to get all your business needs covered
Don't stay behind! Join the main industry key players' gather of Portugal and learn about the latest innovations
Ensure a solid position in the Portuguese and international market by keeping up to date with the newest trends. Processes improvements, customisation of services, expansion of the e-commerce and last-mile solutions: the opportunity of standing out from your competitors by visiting the future of the industry awaits you at Empack & Logistics Porto.


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Connect (X) is North America's largest conference and trade show for the connectivity sector, uniting the industry to deliver infrastructure solutions for universal connectivity.
Going to Connect (X)
Join us at the event where we'll be sponsoring the Enterprises, integrators and property owners track. Our experts will be joining the speaker line-up to share insights across high performance communications, service innovation and connected devices.
Panel: Understanding private wireless networks
Private wireless networks hold the potential to transform many industries and enterprises— from manufacturing to farming to transportation. But there are many decisions that need to be made before deploying a private network. Should CBRS spectrum be acquired on the secondary market or should unlicensed spectrum be used? Should the enterprise build its own network or work with a trusted partner? This session will examine the pros and cons of the various private network deployments models as well as discuss how each model best fits for the applications envisioned.
Date | Tuesday October 5, 2021
Time | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Location | Enterprises, integrators and property owners track
- Jacob Reeb, VP of Wireless and Digital Services, Cambridge Consultants
- Carl Steen, Executive Director of Product Management, ExteNet Systems
- Joseph Abboud, Senior Vice President of Engineering, Nexius
- K.C. Halm, Partner, Davis Wright Tremaine


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The tranquil scenery of the Bog Road with the backdrop of the Twelve Bens is a true spectacle. Driving or cycling, take the R341 towards Ballyconneely, turn left at Ballinaboy before the bridge and you will discover the famous Roundstone Bog conservation area.
Upland Blanket Bog dominates the landscape of much of Connemara, spreading to the very summits of the Twelve Bens and Maumturk mountains. The hands of Neolithic and Bronze Age farmers helped to form the bogs, which give to Connemara its particular form of beauty, especially in the autumn when the heather is in bloom and the purple moor grass turns golden.
The Blanket Bogs are, in a very real sense, are Ireland's rainforests. They not only absorb water and release it slowly throughout the year, in the process feeding streams for spawning countless salmon and trout, but also contain a multitude of rare and fascinating species of wildlife. These include several intriguing species of carnivorous plants. There is still a vast amount to learn about the complexity of the bogs and their role in maintaining the local ecology
2nd and 3rd paragraphs courtesy of archaeologist Michael Gibbons.
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