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The paper, "Digital Influence Index Study: Understanding the Role of the Internet in the Lives of Consumers," indicates that China, which has 330 million Internet users, may have the largest and most advanced group of Internet users in the world. Additionally, the paper argues that China has the smallest "mobility gap," which is the difference between the capabilities available on a smartphone and the number of capabilities actually used by the owner.
Chinese users actually use 90% of available smartphone capabilities, according to the paper. By way of contrast, users in the U.S., France and U.K. on average use less than 50% of their phone's capabilities.
Nonetheless, Westerners seem unaware of the Chinese's advancement on the Internet and mobile Web. A Harris poll found that 65% of Americans believed the U.S. had the most advanced Internet users.
The poll was conducted online in the spring in the U.S., France, Germany and the U.K. A poll was also conducted via telephone in Canada.


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A loan is a financial instrument in which a lender sells money to an individual or organization in need of money with a promise to be repaid at a cost known as interest. Banks, credit firms, SACCOs and other financial institutions licensed to do this kind of business avail money to needy individuals. Various people may need a loan, including businesses, individuals, organizations and groups of people. Any one of these parties who finds it necessary to finance their interests can approach lending institutions to borrow loans. Whether you are held up with medical bills, have cash flow problems or simply want to invest, you can approach a bank for a loan.
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Loans are credit facilities provided by banks, credit firms and SACCOs among other financial institutions. Loans are borrowed when an individual or an organization in need of money approaches a lending institution with a promise to repay the loan in compliance with the lending terms. The loans come with varying terms. There are different types of loans and they include personal loans, mortgage loans, same day loans, and car loans. Loans can be either fixed interest loans or may involve changing interest rates depending on the prevailing economic situations.
Why are loans good and why are loans bad?
Anyone who has borrowed a loan at the time when they were trapped in a financial distress will tell you that a loan is good. In the same breadth, loans can be far too bad, especially if they do not serve the purpose for which they are borrowed. Put it differently---loans are only good to the extent that they will help you through tough financial times. But remember that loans come with a cost. Some loans are too expensive for individuals and organizations alike and when this happens, borrowers can have challenges meeting their loan obligations. Failure to pay loans or falling behind schedule can be a fertile ground for foreclosures, repossessions and being blacklisted---and to in some cases damaging the credit scores. Banks will entice you to borrow loans sometimes hiding certain terms of the loans but they can be a bother when it comes to collection of their loans. For this reason, it is advisable to borrow loans only when it is necessary and directed to the purposes they are borrowed.
How can you prevent needing a loan?
There are various reasons for wanting to borrow a loan and so there can be no straight forward answer as to how one can avoid needing a loan. It must be known that it is not the poor who can borrow.in fact, the ability to pay is one of the factors banks and other financial institutions consider when lending money. To be a little considerate, it can be said that financial independence is the solution to borrowing loans. More succinctly, you can avoid certain types of loans that can cause you serious financial stress. Loan consolidation is one of the ways you can avoid pilling loans that eat into your ability to meet other financial obligations. Before plunging into buying a loan facility, you need to consider asking your financial and investment advisor for advice on whether such a move would be sustainable. Many a times, people borrow money to finance needs that will have no returns in future, which renders them
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Accountants play a critical role in preparing books of accounts and assessing the liquidity of firms as well as individuals. But their role does not stop at dealing with books of accounts. Instead, they have the capacity to work on a lot of your financial issues, including revising your tax returns to reduce the overall tax cost through identifying non-tax items that may have been ignored in calculating the annual tax. Accountants also understand the financial regimes and are in a position to forecast the future of the banking and lending sector, which could offer individuals and organizations with insights into the future.


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A 3" tall cylindrical storage case, perfect for needles and other items with dimensional carved designs and hinged lid. Designs include. Dragon Fly, Owl and Rabbit. (SO59) $28.00
Wales Needlework Needlecase
Finely crafted free standing 4" needlecase from Wales. (BH01) $20.00
* Wood Needle Case, 3.5" w/ Finish
A hardwood Beechwood needle case with clear finish, 1/2" diameter x 3-1/2" long with snug fitting wood cap suitable for most needles. Also available in 2-1/4" length (GM01) $2.20 (GM07) $2.80
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For needles up to1-1.2" in length. Positive latch lid with loop for chatelaine or neck chain. Raised appliqued design. Made in Nepal. (LR08) $39.00
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Chinese Needle Case
A reproduction of the antique Chinese needle case of one design. A figure of a lady slides up over a chin, to reveal a cylinder for holding needles. (OT45) $44.00
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From China, these hand made needle cases are all hand carved, with different incised designs as available. They are 2-1/4" in length and are mounted on a wearable braided neck cord with an ornamental knot fringe. Cap slides on cord and is held in place with a glass bead. Unselected designs include dragon, horse and cat. (SO94) $32.00
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Needlework Box, Needlepoint, 3.5" Oval (PK13) $20.00
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At some point the internal battery may run out of energy and need to be replaced, this guide is here to help you do this. This process and is quite simple and straight forward with the right tools. A 3V CR2450HR battery will be needed before starting.
Slowly peel off the rubber pad on the bottom of the device. Start from one corner and peel with your fingers. Use heat if necessary until pad is completely removed.
This is where you would use the opening tool. It's the perfect tool to lift the rubber base around the metal lip and then pull with your fingers.
After removing the rubber pad, unscrew the five 5mm phillips #00 screws in the holes of the back cover.
Lift up the back case from the perforated edge to remove it.
Remove logic board and metal casing from outer case by prying from one side using a spudger.
I have found it easier to lift from the side with the Ethernet ports. When putting back together watch that the three WI-FI antennas don't get snagged against the case as your putting back.
Unhook the wires connecting the logic board to the metal casing by grabbing and pulling up on each connection with tweezers.
Carefully push back the three metal tabs with your fingers on the sides of metal case.
Carefully pull the metal case away from the logic board.
Gently slide out the battery with a small narrow tool such as a spudger. Insert a new 3V CR2450HR.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Durham enlist Sangakkara on short-term contract
Kumar Sangakkara has confirmed he will represent Durham for two to three Division One matches of the County Championship in preparation for Sri Lanka's tour of England. He will likely miss Sri Lanka's two ODIs in Ireland, but will join the squad before their first ODI against England on May 22. He may also be available for one of the two 50-over warm-up matches against Essex and Kent.
Sangakkara had sought a short-term county contract in order to acclimatise to England's early summer conditions and the Duke ball, but had to wait on clearance from the national selectors before confirming the deal with Durham. Sri Lanka play their limited-overs leg of the tour first and switch to Test mode via a first-class match against Northamptonshire starting June 5.
Reigning county champions Durham are unlikely to have Sangakkara in their ranks when they face Somerset on April 20, but he might be available for their next game, against Yorkshire.
The tour represents an opportunity for Sri Lanka to win their first Test in England since 2006. Sangakkara will also be set on improving an Test average of 30.58 from nine Tests in England - a figure that pales in comparison to his career average of 58.07.
In February, Sangakkara said his decision to withhold his name from the IPL auction this year had been partly motivated by the desire to prepare for the England tour, as well as acknowledgement of a tight May schedule. During Sri Lanka's most recent tour of England in 2011, Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene had missed a warm-up match due to IPL commitments.
Sri Lanka play Tests at Lord's and Headingley, the first of which begins on June 12.
Andrew Fidel Fernando is ESPNcricinfo's Sri Lanka correspondent. He tweets here


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Hello and welcome to The Light Tamer Tour hosted by These Paper Worlds. Today I have Devyn stopping by for an interview in which she shares with us a little about The Light Tamer, her writing process and herself. Enjoy and look out below for a chance to win an eBook copy of The Light Tamer!
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Describe The Light Tamer in five words.
Funny - Intelligent - Happy - Flawed - First love (2 words, sorry)
What was the process like for titling The Light Tamer? Did you go through several titles before deciding?
Once I decided to title the book, it came in an instant. No other titles, it was much easier than my other books.
What can we expect to see in the second book in The Light Tamer Trilogy?
The second book is going to have more information about Light Tamers. Amber will have to face her issues with her brother's death and her dad's progress. The Rosicrucian Order classes will have a couple of characters blended in from another book of mine. If anyone has read Malevolence, they know that the Order was introduced there. School will be very interesting and challenging for our young friends.
If you and Jessie could spend the day together, what would you do?
I have two severely handicapped black labs, I'd have her heal them. I also have a rescue cat from the animal shelter, she has serious issues - I'd see if she could heal my kitty so life wouldn't be so scary to her.
Do you have a specific routine while writing or do you just wing it and see what happens?
I keep a ongoing dictionary of the characters and their abilities. I have a few crystals that I keep in my pocket while I'm writing - one is to help your writing, the other is to help you stay focused. I like the house to be empty of humans, and I like it to be silent. One of my cats likes to sleep on top of my mouse.
What book are you currently reading?
The Calling by Kelley Armstrong - my all time favorite author. When I'm finished, I'm going to read 50 Shades of Grey.
What are three weird facts your readers may not know about you?
The scene about the bee was straight from me... I have a fear of bees that I can't control. I carry hand sanitizer with me everywhere, and I won't touch salt or ketchup in public without a napkin in my hand. When I'm happy, I sing opera songs.
Title: The Light Tamer
Series: The Light Tamer #1
Genre: YA - Paranormal/Romance
Publication: Self-published
Summary: Jessie's moved from New York to North Carolina one week after school let out for summer break. Her newly 'single' mother and her move in with grandma Gayle. Being a teenager in a retirement area is one more thing to add to her 'this sucks' list. It's bad enough to have to move, but even worse her alcoholic father left for Greece on a quest to fulfill his artistic abilities.
Things begin to look up when she is reintroduced to Caleb, the dorky boy that saved her life one summer at the beach. Caleb is no longer scrawny and nerdy, he is now tall, dark, and handsome. Caleb is a Light Tamer. Caleb introduces Jessie to Amber, a no frills, snarky, sassy attitude Light Tamer. Her words will have you laughing out loud and gasping 'oh no she didn't'. Amber's father was paralyzed last summer in a surfing accident that left her brother dead and her life upside down.
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In his career as a hotel manager, Doug Anstine of Hagerstown discovered a general knowledge of food is a big plus.
Anstine has traveled the country for work, tasting a variety of foods along the way - from goat tacos in Mexico to crawfish in Memphis to smoked jalapeos in California.
When it comes to cooking in his own kitchen, Anstine incorporates and experiments with some of the fresh and unusual ingredients he's come across.
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The members of the Million Dollar Club, which I host, have come up with an "accelerant curve" (presented by Mark Smith), which we've embraced and expanded upon to demonstrate the connection among products and services ranging from ease of entry/low fee, to high intimacy/high fee. But it's a two dimensional model, basically, and I've also tended to think in terms of a "web" of interaction among members of a community. (My value proposition is that "I create community," and "The Architect of Professional Communities®" is a registered trademark.)
Anyway, I got to thinking on the beach (always dangerous) and I realized that there is an exponential and reciprocating value growth in communities. So as to appear scholarly, academic, and "deep," I've decided to call this REV: reciprocating, exponential value.
What the kid from Union City actually means is this: The more valuable a community becomes—because of intellectual property, resources, networking, interactions, speed of response, status, peer reinforcement, etc.—the more valuable it becomes to be a member of that community. As the fee increases for being a part of a constantly, increasingly valuable community, more and more people are drawn to it (as many of you have seen in my process visual where fee follows value until the lines cross, and value actually then follows fee, because people expect to get what they pay for—this is the very essence of a strong brand).
This community "engine" becomes self-reinforcing—reciprocating. The more people entering at increasingly high levels, the more value THEY bring to the community, making it still MORE valuable. And people are apt to ensure that the quality they perceived or desired is indeed delivered, and those responsible for the community are motivated to not only meet, but exceed those expectations.
You can create community with your clients; your prospects; your members; your audience; your suppliers; and so on. Too many professional associations falter because the don't have REV. Instead, they just have people bragging to each other, or taking while not giving, or just putting initials after their names.
I'm sure some of you in this community will find ways to use this for your own growth and prosperity. And so I mention it here, as my thoughts continue to formulate about REV.
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The Residences of Cobble Beach at-a-glance
The Residences of Cobble Beach in Owen Sound, by renowned builder Reid's Heritage Homes, is the community everyone is talking about in 2017.
Located 10 minutes from Owen Sound, Cobble Beach is built on 574 acres of pristine land on the panoramic shores of Georgian Bay.
These beautiful new homes are surrounded by the world-class Cobble Beach Golf Links Club, a golf course that lines the gorgeous lakeside and winds through an open meadow edged with mature woodlands.
New detached and townhome bungalow designs were recently released.
Upscale features in these homes include:
- 1,700 to 2,700 sq. ft.
- One to five bedrooms, 1.5 to three bathrooms
- Entertainer's open concept layout
- Large windows and covered porches to enjoy the stunning views
- Chef's kitchen with granite countertops, large island with extended breakfast bar
- Master bedroom retreat with spa-inspired ensuite
- Spacious Great Room with hardwood floors
- Nine-ft. ceilings on main floor
- Double car garage
Set amidst acres of land that majestically overlook the water, the homes have been designed to maximize water and golf views. Roof lines, site-positioning and strategically placed windows encourage residents to enjoy the great outdoors from the comfort of their home. The master plan continues to materialize phase by phase with a selection of unique properties presiding on cul-de-sacs, some backing onto woodlots or the golf course, while offering glorious views of Georgian Bay.
Homes in this community are Energy Star qualified, saving you money on energy each month. You can look forward to a quieter, more comfortable living environment while enjoying the benefits of lower operating costs and a decreased carbon footprint.
A charming Nantucket style clubhouse sits at the heart of the community, offering boutique accommodations as well as year-round hospitality and five-star dining. Homeowners enjoy full access to the spa's sauna, whirlpool and tennis courts, as well as the fitness centre and plunge pool. It is more than an eminently impressive destination – it is a lifestyle that is in every way unique.
Cobble Beach is a vibrant, four seasons community for active individuals and families seeking a recreational property or full-time residence. Residents have a multitude of activities to choose from, including golfing, 14 kms of hiking trails, mountain biking, swimming, kayaking, sailing, fishing and relaxing on the beach in the warmer seasons. A 260-ft. day dock with resident boat moorage is a popular attraction in the community. Golf lovers will take immense pleasure in the 18-hole links style golf course located quite literally in their own backyards.
There is no need to take permanent refuge indoors in colder seasons, with the opportunity for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, ice skating, ice fishing and snowmobiling. Downhill skiing can also be enjoyed only 45 minutes away.
There is a lot of exciting construction taking place at the community right now, with several new homes, a model home, and a new wedding pavilion underway.
If you are considering purchasing your new home at The Residences of Cobble Beach, plan a stay at this up-and-coming community to get a taste of everything it has to offer!


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Contact centre management software expert Aquarium Software says many contact centres need to rethink what software solutions and technology they currently operate, following YouGov survey results which show 34 per cent of British people have said they have to re-explain previous conversations they have had with other people w...Read More
In a world where people are generally suspicious of small print, the pet insurance industry is to be applauded, according to Aquarium Software. Aquarium has published new YouGov research revealing that 64 per cent of pet insurance holders in Britain think the small print on their pet insurance (including policy coverage and ...Read More
New YouGov research commissioned by insurance industry technology specialists Aquarium Software shows that 73 per cent do not have a specific insurance policy for their mobile gadgets. Yet it is the revelation that the two groups in society most likely to need insurance are the least likely to have it, leading Aquarium to ques...Read More
Anglo-American pet insurance technology specialist Aquarium Software says guidance from veterinarians to pet owners is crucial when it comes to ensuring animals are correctly insured. A recent study from the North American Pet Health insurance Association (NAPHIA) – of which Aquarium is a Member and supporter - found that many...Read More


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My sister told me I looked like a Scottish biker wearing plaid, a beret, and a leather jacket but I really liked this outfit! I enjoy the layering and mix of texture going on. Plus any outfit where I get to wear my beret is a-okay with me!
I'm also wearing red today for "Wear Red for women." Heart disease is the #1 killer of women, so this is a reminder to be aware of your heart health and take steps to improve/maintain it! Are you wearing red today?


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The leaders of the Senate Homeland Security Committee are asking the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Department of Homeland Security to examine the threat the Zika virus poses to the U.S.
In two letters obtained first by Fox News on Thursday, Chairman Ron Johnson, R-Wisc., and Sen. Tom Carper, D-Del., the top Democrat on the panel, ask CDC Director Thomas Frieden and Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson about the risk posed by the virus.
In the letters, the senators tell Frieden and Johnson that "more can and should be done to enhance preparedness."
They ask the CDC and DHS for a description of the battle plan to fight the disease, including information on the allocation of resources and "estimates" on the likelihood of an outbreak hitting the U.S.
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-NH, also sent a letter to Secretary of State John Kerry, Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell and DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson about the growing Zika outbreak.
"Although those infected with the virus are not at deadly risk to their own health, the potential risk to pregnant women and unborn children, as well as the suspected link between Zika virus and Guillain-Barre syndrome, are all reasons to vigorously pursue a better understanding of how this virus is spreading in affected countries and the steps the U.S. must take to ensure Americans are protected," Shaheen wrote.
This is the first formal action taken by Capitol Hill on the Zika virus.
On Thursday, the World Health Organization announced it will hold an emergency meeting of independent experts Monday to decide if the outbreak should be declared an international health emergency, after saying the virus is "spreading explosively."
WHO Director General Dr. Margaret Chan said at a special meeting in Geneva the virus — which has been linked to birth defects and neurological problems — was becoming much more of a threat.
One WHO scientist said Thursday the Americas could see up to 4 million cases of Zika in the next year.
The Zika virus was first detected in 1947 and for decades only caused mild disease, but Chan said Thursday that "the situation today is dramatically different."
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the Zika virus is now in more than 20 countries, mostly in Central and South America.
It is spread by the same mosquito that spreads dengue and yellow fever.
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Brighton Schools has an administrative support team in place to ensure the highest quality education for our students. Our doors are always open and we encourage you to communicate with us if at any time you have questions, comments or concerns.
For more information about our student enrollment, our schools and programs, or to provide feedback please reach out to one of our officers and they will help take care of your needs.
Director of Admissions
Jeanna Borges
Mrs. Borges has been a part of the Brighton Family since 1996. She has held a majority of our teaching and administration positions to include being a past director for our Granite Bay and Folsom preschools. Jeanna heads our admissions department by taking care of families interested in joining Brighton. Her responsibilities include Marketing, Community Outreach, Client Management. She is a member of Brighton Schools senior management team and as such also serves to support and train school directors. Mrs. Borges works closely with Director of Operations, Shelley Wheeler and Chief Operating Officer, Christa Green. You may reach Mrs. Jeanna at: Phone: (916) 353-1681 Email: email@example.com
Director of Operations
Shelley Wheeler
Mrs. Wheeler oversees the operations of Brighton Schools with particular emphasis on budgeting, financial planning and accounting systems/ policies. She works in tandem with COO, Christa Green in support of the Directors at each of our sites to provide the best in care and education for Brighton Schools customers. Shelley's job duties also involve Customer Service, Staff Oversight and Training as well as Program Development. She has worked in each of our three schools in various teaching as well as all administrative capacities since 1995. You may reach Mrs. Wheeler by: Phone: (916) 343-1048 • Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Chief Operating Officer
and Head of Brighton Private Elementary (including Marketing & Website)
Christa Green
Ms. Green oversees the physical operations of Brighton Schools. She works closely with the Directors at each of our sites to provide excellent programming for our families, as well as to ensure the implementation of Brighton Philosophies. Her job also includes primary oversight of our Staff Recruitment, Training and Development programs, as well as our Marketing and Community Outreach efforts. Ms. Green works in tandem with Shelley Wheeler, Director of Operations, in the areas of finance and budget oversight. Christa graduated from the University of California at Irvine. She has worked in each of our three schools in various teaching as well as all administrative capacities since 1996. You may reach Ms. Green by: Phone: (916) 257-5117 • Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
School Site Administration
Assistant Director of Brighton – Folsom
Danielle Bradley
Preschools – Infants – Jr. Kindergarten
FOLSOM LOCATION: 777 Levy Road, Folsom CA 95630
Phone: (916) 353-0777 Fax: (916) 353-0632
More Information – Folsom Location
Brighton Schools Folsom Map
Director of Brighton – Granite Bay
Rebecca Michael
Preschools – Infants – Jr. Kindergarten
GRANITE BAY: 8544 Auburn-Folsom Road, Granite Bay CA 95746
Phone: (916) 791-8050 Fax: (916) 797-0632
More Information – Granite Bay Location Brighton Schools Granite Bay Map
Director of School Age
Brighton – Natoma Station
Diane Wineland
Private Elementary and Before/After School at Natoma Brighton
NATOMA STATION: 405 Natoma Station Drive, Folsom CA 95630
Phone: (916) 985-2222 Fax: (916) 985-6145
More Information – Natoma Station Location Brighton Schools Natoma Station Map
Corporate Office
Norman R. Frewin – President/CEO of Brighton Schools, Crossfield Development Company, VMG Commercial Real Estate and is the Managing General Partner of all Real Estate ventures that the companies are involved with. Mr. Frewin attended De Anza College and Stanford University. Mr. Frewin co-founded Crossfield Development Company in 1984 and Brighton Schools in 1992. For more information about the birth of Brighton Schools (formerly The Learning Centers) view our history.
R. Gregory Nichols – Vice President of Brighton Schools, Crossfield Development Company, and VMG Commercial Real Estate. Mr. Nichols attended California State University at Fresno and received his BS and MBA. Mr. Nichols co-founded Crossfield Development Company in 1984 and Brighton Schools in 1992.
Martin Odra, Accountant firstname.lastname@example.com
Dawn Tillman, Office Manager/ Accounts Receivable email@example.com
David Rodowicz, IT firstname.lastname@example.com
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Now that globalization has taken the world by storm, translation services have become a necessity for most businesses that wish to expand their horizons. They can't engage with or market their products to people if the people don't understand what services or products the company sells. Marketing campaigns, website content, product descriptions will need to be translated in the local language. This is where translation services like Darlukman translation services come into play.
Established businesses are better than start ups
Start ups that rely entirely on technology will probably be able to finish your translation project faster and at less cost, but the quality of the work is likely to be iffy. This is because a machine can never fully understand the nuances of a language like a human being. Translation entails far more than word for word translation, the tone of the text needs to be preserved as well and a linguist is better suited to do the job than a piece of software.
Translation is their only concern
Opt for companies like Darlukman translation services whose only core focus is on translation. There are some service providers that can be called jack of all trades, they can be good for a short term last minute project but if you are looking for value for money than dedicated translation services is the way to go.
Sector specific expertise
Not all businesses have similar translation needs. If yours is a medicine related business than you would need a translator who is familiar with medical terms and vocabulary. So, look for an agency that specializes in your business niche. Ask for sample of their previous work in your sector. This is likely to be helpful in evaluating their quality and skills in translating.


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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's Half Of A Yellow Sun is not a quick read at 541 pages, but if you are inclined to read it, you will be justly rewarded.
The film is forthcoming, and as a reader of Shadow and Act, you likely know about the bit of controversy regarding the casting of Thandie Newton in a central role; but more on that later.
At this time, filming has wrapped with the film set to finally make its debut at the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) in Calabar, Cross River State (Nigeria), in November, as Tambay announced this morning. With that news, we can likely expect to see a some new still images, clips, and even a trailer soon enough; but until then, let us examine what's on the page.
I will avoid giving away major plot points, and focus instead on provide some insight into the characters, their relationships, and the actors chosen to play them.
The novel takes place between the 1960's and early 1970 in Nigeria. The story jumps between time periods throughout the novel, dropping morsels of information and back story as we go along. Whether the film will do this, or follow a more linear plot format, we will know in time.
While we have five central characters – Ugwu (to be played by John Boyega), Odenigbo (Chiwetel Ejiofor), Olanna (Thandie Newton), Richard (Joseph Mawle), and Kainene (Anika Noni Rose) – the novel criss-crosses through their lives, exposing the reader to everyone, from political leaders, to the lives of poor villagers, as they live through a war.
At the center of the story is the Nigerian-Biafran War, a civil war in Nigeria that occurred from July 6, 1967 to January 15, 1970.
The war is a result of cultural and political tension between the ethnic groups of Nigeria; specifically the Hausa and Igbo people, when the Igbo attempted to secede and form their own nation, The Republic of Biafra. The war, with its many twists and turns like the music in a musical, moves the story along. But while the war is central to the story, the book is really about the personal stories of the characters, across class lines, with loyalty and betrayal being strong themes throughout.
Ugwu, a village boy, is brought to the University town of Nsukka by his Aunty, to work for Odenigbo, a University Professor. Ugwu is described at the start of the novel as "probably Thirteen" and ages throughout. He comes to Nsukka never having seen running water, but shows an inquisitive nature, and Odenigbo insists he continue to be educated. Ugwu's character truly grows throughout, providing both comic and dramatic moments. John Boyega has been cast as Ugwu. The young Mr. Boyega showed great promise in Attack the Block and interest in him Stateside has been strong; this could be a key role in helping to build on his career.
For those who asked to see Chiwetel Ejiofor (a Shadow and Act favorite) in more leading roles, you will be happy he has been cast as Odenigbo, the University Professor who embraces "radical ideas." As described in the novel:
"His complexion was very dark, like old bark, and the hair that covered his chest and legs was a lustrous, darker shade"
"Olanna had stared at him, at the arch of his eyebrows behind the glasses, the thickness of his body, already thinking of the least hurtful way to untangle herself from Mohammed. Perhaps she would have known that Odenigbo was different, even if he had not spoken; his haircut alone said it, standing up in a high halo."
Chiwetel is not the first actor I thought of based on the physical description, but his acting talent is undeniable, and it will be interesting to see him inhabit this role.
Thandie Newton is casting in the role of Olanna, daughter of a wealthy Nigerian Chief as well as Odenigbo's (Chiwetel's) lover, who has abandoned her life in Lagos for a dusty town. She is the central female character in the story; an Igbo woman described as follows:
"The lush color of rain-drenched earth… eyes… large and slanted… curvy, fleshy body… hair was long; each of the braids that hung down to her neck ended in a soft fuzz… illogically pretty…"
While Newton certainly has "pretty" down, I don't think she fits any of the character's other descriptions. I think there were other actresses better suited for the role. I won't say more about the controversy surrounding her casting, and instead let S&A readers share their opinions in the comments section.
In addition to the physical description, I would say this is a character who is desperate for those she encounters, to look beyond her surface.
Kainene, who will be played by Anika Noni Rose, is Olanna's twin sister. While they are twins, these two women couldn't be more different. Kainene is a take charge kind of woman who is the pride of her father, unlike her twin sister Olanna (Newton). Running a substantial part of her father's business, she's described as possessing a…
"…melancholy mystique… Kainene is not just like a son, she is like two… very thin and very tall… almost androgynous… skin was the color of Belgian chocolate… He did not think Kainene was some wealthy Nigerian's daughter because she had none of the cultivated demureness… In fact, she was not pretty at all."
Does this sound like Anika Noni Rose?
Kainene is the object of Richard's infatuation. Richard is played by Joseph Mawle – a young, shy British writer who has come to Nigeria to study the arts. He is described as a "pretty boy" and he provides an outsider perspective on the events. His relationship with Kainene takes a turn after one careless, drunken night.
Earlier S&A reported that the role of Richard was to be played by Dominic Cooper, but the role credited to Joseph Mawle. Mawle is better known to us as Benjen Stark from the first Season of Game of Thrones, and was also seen in Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter as Thomas Lincoln.
Based on descriptions provided in the book, I would say some of the key roles in the film are a bit miscast. While an argument could be made for casting strong actors, I don't think totally ignoring a character's physical descriptions is smart casting either, after all "seeing is believing."
I guess we have to trust that first time film director Biyi Bandele – who also adapted the book to screenplay – knows what he is doing. He's an experienced novelist and playwright who regular Shadow and Act readers may remember was working with Steve McQueen to bring the announced Fela biopic to the big screen.
I expect we will see the film make the major festival rounds in 2013/2014! If justice is done to Ms. Adichie's enthralling novel, we could very well have an Oscar contender on our hands for 2014/2015. And given that 12 Years A Slave will also be on the same release track, bowing this fall, we could have two Oscar contenders on our hands with Chiwetel Ejifior in starring roles, assuming Half of a Yellow Sun does open in USA theaters this fall. It doesn't have a USA distributor yet.
Half of a Yellow Sun is a beautifully written revelation of how life can unravel when the political landscape changes. The characters are the best thing about the book as the plot moves a bit slowly; but the characters are so fascinatingly and completely drawn that there's nary a dull moment. Each character could be the center of their own novel.
There is plenty of build-up, as the reader is given the opportunity to really get to know and care about the characters and the place they inhabit, before the real tragedy kicks in.
I don't know about the rest of you, but I am hopeful and excited for this film adaptation.
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In this Japanese horror, Nozomi (Nozomi Ando) falls under the spell of a deadly cult. Her policeman boyfriend Yousuke (Yoichiro Saito) becomes concerned when he realises that members of this cult have a habit of committing suicide, and that these deaths are also linked to a mysterious DVD. When Nozomi and all the other memebrs of the cult suddenly disappear, Yousuke has to race against time to find her before she can harm herself.


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purpose in this exchange. You apparenly believe it is impossible for us to
change our minds because of our educational experience and so surely that
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to be said in order to at least gain some level of readership on a list
such as this (by this I mean simply courtesy to begin with). Thus, I can
conclude your only desire it to goad others into an uncivil debate that
will serve to only fuel you obvious ego even though you are the
evolutionists on this group which typifies exactly what creationists find
so abhorant.
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The developers at Bizarre Creations had a smash hit with the Project Gotham Racing series on the Xbox, and now they're back with their third installment, debuting on the Xbox 360. In Project Gotham Racing 3, the world's fastest super cars can be driven throughout various picturesque locations across the globe. Combining high speed bumper-to-bumper action with arcade-style drift physics, PGR3 is a great title to satisfy any next-generation gamer's need for speed.
PGR3 delivers a solid, long-lasting single player experience that offers a seemingly endless amount of entertainment to any racing fan. The career mode is broken up into different championships all across the world, including places such as London, Tokyo, and Las Vegas. In these championships, there are several different challenges that can be completed on five difficulties for novice racers all the way up to hardcore drivers. Choosing a harder difficulty will make your target goal harder and your opponents more aggressive, but the cash prize will increase significantly.
While some challenges are merely basic street races where you'll need to finish above a certain position, the developers also offer a creative twist to the racing scene. In the Time Vs Kudos mode, you'll race against the clock by earning Kudos in order to cross the finish line before time runs out. In Cone Challenges, a certain number of Kudos must be earned by driving through cones with style, while the Eliminator mode is a traditional lap knockout game type.
Kudos are earned by performing tricks while you drive, whether it be riding on two wheels, drifting around a corner, or by catching some air. Earning enough Kudos will make new concept cars available for purchase and will also increase your ranking in the PGR3 world, opening up new challenges for you to face. The game has a linear progression, so once you complete one set of challenges you'll simply have to move on to the next, but luckily the whole experience can feel fresh due to the wide variety of cars. There are four essential car classes, ranging from Mustang Cobras and Nissan Skylines all the way up to Ferrari F50s and McLaren F1s. Credits are earned relatively fast throughout the solo career, so after completing the first few championships it's possible to own the fastest car in the game. The cars you race against will change based upon what you drive, so you could conceivably complete the entire game with just a Corvette. The goals given to you will also change depending on your ride, so don't expect to get off the hook easy if you just bought a new Class A car. The solo career is an overall enjoyable experience for racers of all skill levels.
PGR3 also has a bunch of party game modes that can keep the game feeling crisp for a long time. To start off, gamers can create racing rooms, which computers or local human players can join. In these rooms, you can set up free-for-all or team-based races for some fierce competition. Whether you've hooked up your 360 with a friend's for the ultimate grudge match or if you just want to see if you can take down seven hardcore AI bots at once, setting up a match is extremely easy.
Some new game types are introduced here, including Team Street Race and Capture the Track, which can alternatively be found online. In Capture the Track, the team with the driver to post the fastest time between one set of checkpoints gains control of that segment, and the team with the most segments at the end of the race wins. Another cool feature is the custom Route Creator, which allows for millions of different tracks to be created. You'll have the option to test out your track and customize every aspect of it to your liking until you finally dominate your friends on the route of your dreams. A photo mode has also been included for the gamers with an artistic side. By selecting the photo option from the in-game menu, the race will freeze and allow the gamer to capture their ride in all of its magnificent glory. The Garage mode lets you view your entire collection of cars as if they were right in front of you, and as an added bonus each garage comes with arcade versions of Geometry Wars 1 and 2! Veterans of the PGR series will notice that most of the material here isn't new, so you shouldn't be expecting an overly inventive game but rather a well done racing game. Once the solo career is over and all of your favorite cars have been unlocked, there's still plenty of fun to be had.
The multiplayer component of PGR3 is also well developed, offering one of the best Xbox Live racing experiences to date. The online portion is divided up into two portions, one being your online career and the other just racing for fun. In your online career, you can join various class-specific races in order to boost your TrueSkill ranking. Some special race modes here include Urban Rallies, which are all-out sprints, and One-On-Ones, where the racing is always vicious. PGR3 supports up to 8 racers in one game at a time, which can almost be more than enough at times. The beginning of most races usually turns into a collision fest, especially when the faster cars are put at the back of the pack. Still, once all of the chaos clears up from the start the rest of the race should run smoothly. If you're apprehensive about trying a ranked online race, you'll always have the option of racing around for fun as well. Friendly matches with the full set of options can be set up easily, so you can always refine your skills before entering the competitive world.
The most innovative online feature in the title is Gotham TV, which allows you to watch the world's greatest racers live! When watching a race, you can switch between cars, change camera views, and even save the replay for later for further examination. If there's ever a tricky part of a track that you just can't figure out how to get by, why not watch one of the highest ranked racers do it? The online mode could be a little better if it introduced some new game modes, such as a form of clan based racing, but as it stands you certainly won't be disappointed with PGR3's online component.
Project Gotham Racing 3 is by far the greatest looking racing game to date, and the sound is also nothing short of extraordinary. As far as the visuals go, every single polygon helps make PGR3 look fantastic, from the highly reflective car models to the intricately detailed environments. The cars look absolutely stunning no matter what view you race in. If you prefer to race from outside the car, you'll be able to see every tree, sign, and ray from the sun reflect upon the lustrous cars. The cockpit views are realistic and don't feel claustrophobic, so you won't have to sacrifice performance if you really want the full effect of driving a Ferrari. As you begin to pick up speed the world will start to blur, making the sweat begin to drip down your hands as you try to determine what's up ahead. The most brilliant effect can be seen when you come flying out of a dark tunnel only to be greeted by the blazing sun.
The engines sound appropriate depending on what perspective you're in. Outside the car the high pitched whirring of an Enzo will certainly catch your attention, but in the cockpit view the whining is muffled by the rushing wind and rumbling driver's seat. While the Gotham radio was a great feature back in PGR2, it was sadly replaced by playlists made up of various genres, including rock and opera. Despite this, the game still sounds incredible if you turn the music off altogether. Playing PGR3, especially in 1080i, will definitely get the adrenaline pumping through your body.
In conclusion, Project Gotham Racing 3 is a fantastic next-generation racing title. With a vast array of high-powered super cars and an almost endless possibility for race types, the driving experience never grows dull. With its unique blend of simulation and arcade physics, Project Gotham Racing 3 is a beautiful game that will be certainly be played for a long time.


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Dancing can be viewed as one of the most ancient forms of rhythmic exercise, which requires a complete coordination of the mind and the body. It is one of the best forms of self expression and can carry an individual away from everyday stresses and worries. Nowadays a rising number of individuals of all age categories are getting enrolled in professional dance classes to nurture their passion as well as tackle the fast pace of life as well as pent up emotions. Apart from rejuvenating and stimulating your body, dancing can prove advantageous in several other ways.
Enhancing Flexibility
Regular dancing lessons aids in flexing and straightening of muscles which make makes them supple as well as flexible. Flexible muscles can withstand sprains, contractions, cramps and injuries much better than rigid or stiff muscles. Thus dancing reduces the risk of muscle injuries significantly in the long run while keeping you fit.
Increasing Stamina and Endurance
Endurance can be measured by the body's capacity to keep working despite hardships and without fatigue. Dancing requires fast and agile movements and strict and disciplined dancing introduces your body to a whole new routine which aids in not only increasing your stamina but also enhances your endurance to fatigue.
Improving Total Body Strength and Balance
Different dance movements require a dancer's body weight to be shifted differently and balanced on different body muscles. Regularly practicing dancing swerves and jerks helps individual gain strength against their own body weight and develop stronger muscles.
Coordination of the Mind and the Body
Dancing requires the mind to make split second decisions which the body needs to execute impeccably. Steps have to be memorised and executed in coordination with the music or fellow dancing partners. These activities improve the perceptibility of a learner's brain and sharpen the brain so that it is quick to respond to external stimuli.
Inculcating a Sense of Happiness and Wellbeing
Dancing is ultimately a form of rhythmic exercise that releases certain hormones which contribute significantly in making a person feel elated and happy. Dancing allows individuals to give an external vent of self expression to their pent up energies and emotions, facilitating their wellbeing. Dance tutorials and institutes also aid in the social interaction among individuals and build up a strong sense of self.
Dancing has been taken up by individuals worldwide not only as a form of entertainment but also as a form of self expression and daily exercise to facilitate the wellbeing and all round development of the mind as well as the body of an individual.
If your child is above 5 years of age and you are looking forward to making him join some activity, then dance lessons at Helene Goldnadel's Institute is highly recommended. Here you can choose from a variety of classes for your child and along with dance classes there are also other creative activities available here like learning music and theatre, if your child is interested in the same. Helene has taught children age four and up how to sing, act and dance.


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To be sure of a great experience, we suggest you book with Motu Trails Official Partners for your accommodation, shuttle transport and more. As well as meeting cyclist-friendly standards, Official Partner memberships directly support the trails. They are listed in the directory tabs on the left.
[Opotiki i-SITE] can arrange your Motu Trails bookings for no commission, call 07 315 3031 or [email them].
The i-SITEs in Opotiki, Gisborne and Whakatane have plenty of info on the trails.
To know more about Eastland, download the Pacific Coast Highway Guide at [www.pacificcoasthighwayguide.co.nz]
In the directory to the left, you'll find two main options for shuttle transport: Motu Trails; and Motu Trails Hire & Shuttle. If you are staying with Toatoa Farmstay or Motu Community House, both also offer shuttle/gear transport services.
Cycle Gisborne offer fully guided tours. KG Kayaks offer guided kayaking trips. Eastwoodhill Arboretum offer tours of the arboretum. Again, check the directory to the left.
The directory includes plenty of options, from holiday park to beach resort. Locations span the Gisborne-Motu-Opotiki-Ohope region.
Opotiki's Hot Bread Shop and Motu's Motu-vation cafe are popular refueling points. The Jolly Stockman in Matawhero near Gisborne is ideal if you're riding Rere Falls Trail. Weka Wilds is famous for the home baked pizza. Many accommodation providers offer or can advise on meal options, so ask when you book.
If you're needing stuff for the road, Hickey's is a sports/cycle retailer in Opotiki. There are two cycle shops in Whakatane.
Things can get a bit nippy high on the Motu Road, so top quality gear like [Ground Effect] is always a good move (Ground Effect Slush fund has supported our trail work on Whakaumu Track). Before you travel here, one handy way to get ride ready is from an online outlet like [VeloGear].


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Our body has built in internal systems and clocks, in order to help us in controlling the bodily functions.
What is very important is to not see the physical and spiritual health as different things, but seeing it as one, as they are really connected.
In the traditional Chinese medicine the patterns of energy placements to some different parts and areas of our body at different times, have a special place. What this actually means is that within 24 hour cycle, the human body is dedicating different types of energies to different organs of the body.
– If you cannot fall asleep in the period between 9pm to 11pm, which is the period when most of the people go to bad, it may mean that you are occupied with what happened to you during that day or what will eventually happen the next day. It may simply be because of the poor nutrition or because of the fact that you have eaten something heavy for dinner.
– The period when yin energy becomes yang is the period between 11 pm to 1 am, so if you are waking up during this period very often, it means that you are stuck with some kind of resentment. So, when you want to solve this kind of problem, you need to try to claim yourself to think about some positive things, and to keep the energy for the day that comes.
– In the period between 1 am to 3 am, our body performs detoxification and renewal process, so the liver makes fresh clean blood and it releases toxins. When you wake up at this particular period, it may mean that you are really frustrated and angry about something/someone.
– In the period between 3 am and 5 am the lung flood the body with oxygen and they are 'repairing', so waking up during this period, is a sign that you feel sad or you feel grief. Try some breathing techniques, in order to solve this kind of problem. Also, waking up during this period can appear because of feeling cold for a longer time or lucid dreaming.
– The large intestine becomes really active during the period between 5 am and 7 am, as a result of the eliminating of the toxins from our body, by breaking them down. So, when you wake up during this time, it may be a sign that you maintain a poor diet, or that you had your dinner late in the night.
Source: http://healthadviceteam.com


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When Time Zone Groups feature is enabled in the system settings, you can distribute users by time zone groups. This feature is useful for companies that have offices in different locations and need to group employees by offices.
Time zone groups management in timesheet allows additional data grouping in reports, so that you can compare and analyze time-track, cost and billing data of your company's local offices.
Time zone groups are managed in the Users List interface under the Time Zone Groups link:
In the Manage Time Zone Groups lightbox you can create, rename, delete time zone groups and move users between the groups.
The left part of the lightbox shows an alphabetical list of the time zone groups, starting with the default group. The right part contains the list of users within the selected group. By default, only users with enabled access are shown. If you need to see all users, select the Show disabled accounts checkbox in the bottom part of the user list area.
Please note that the time zone groups management in timesheet is available only to the users with 'Manage Accounts & Permissions' permission.
Default Time Zone Group
The default time zone group for new users is set up in the General Settings interface.
Please note that when you modify information in the Default time zone group fields, the data of the existing default group are changed. No new time zone group is created.
This time zone group is applied to new users added in the system. However, if you need to set up another time zone group for a new user, you can configure it when editing user's account information in the Add User interface. The interface allows you to select an existing time zone group or to create a new one.
Please note that the default time zone setting (without group) remains applied even when the Time Zone Groups feature is turned off in the Turn Features On / Off interface.
Create New Time Zone Group
To create a new time zone group, click on the 'Please enter the city name' field at the bottom of the interface and start typing the city name. Then select the city from the suggested list and click on the 'Add' button.
You can also create a new time zone group directly in the User's Account Information lightbox when selecting user's time zone group.
Modify Time Zone Groups
The Manage Time Zone Groups interface allows changing names and time zones of the time zone groups.
Move Users Between Time Zone Groups
To move users to another time zone group, you can use the Move To button in the bottom of the interface...
...or drag and drop selected users to another time zone group:
Delete Time Zone Groups
Click on the symbol to delete the time zone group.
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The Reliance Group, founded by Dhirubhai H. Ambani , is India's largest private
sector enterprise, with businesses in the energy and materials value chain. The
flagship company, Reliance Industries Limited, is a Fortune Global 500 company and
is the largest private sector company in India.
Dhirubhai Ambani founded Reliance as a textile company and led its evolution as
a global leader in the materials and energy value chain businesses. It was in 1957
when he returned to India after a stint with A.Besse& Co., Aden he started yarn
trading business from a small 500 sq.ft. office in Masjid Bunder, Mumbai.he set
up his brand new mill in Naroda, Gujarat. In 1996 Reliance went on to become the
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DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) — Bangladesh's Supreme Court on Tuesday sentenced a leader of an opposition political party to death for committing crimes against humanity during the nation's 1971 independence war against Pakistan.
The Jamaat-e-Islami party leader, Abdul Quader Mollah, was found guilty by a special war crimes tribunal in February and sentenced to life in prison. That sentence was appealed by both the defense and prosecution.
On Tuesday, a five-member panel headed by Chief Justice M. Muzammel Hossain ruled that Mollah be put to death for his role during the war. The panel found him guilty of ordering the killing of a family of four during a Pakistani army crackdown in Dhaka in March 1971.
Attorney-General Mahbubey Alam said the verdict was final, with no option for another appeal through the courts. He said Mollah's family can seek presidential clemency.
Defense counsel Abdur Razzaq said they were "stunned" by the decision.
Hours after the verdict, Mollah's party said it would enforce a 48-hour general strike beginning Wednesday across the country to denounce the ruling. Somoy TV station reported that activists from Jamaat-e-Islami's student wing had torched a police car and smashed several cars in the southeastern city of Chittagong to protest the verdict. No injuries were reported.
Other TV stations reported clashes between Jamaat-e-Islami activists and police in the capital, Dhaka, and in several other towns. Scores were injured in those clashes. In Dhaka, police detained at least five activists from the party when they clashed with security officials, Bangla Vision TV station said.
The ruling Awami League and its allies welcomed the verdict.
Mollah and his supporters say the case against him is politically motivated. Mollah's party is an ally of the country's main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party headed by former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a rival of current Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
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The government says the trials are being held at an international standard, but New York-based Human Rights Watch has raised questions about the impartiality of the tribunal.
The earlier sentence against Mollah led to protests across the country by his supporters as well as those who said the sentence was too lenient.


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One of the interventions I read about was giving him a fish-oil supplement.
This was back in the day before they made children's fish oil supplements, which are probably MUCH easier to take than the capsules I had to use. I would pierce the capsule, squeeze out the fish oil in the appropriate dosage and give it to my sweet little boy with a smattering of cinnamon sprinkled over it to suppress the taste. Curt, clearly, didn't care how it tasted or smelled, he swallowed it down like it was dessert.
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Here's today's dispatch from the crossroads of faith, media and culture.
"I Forgive You" premieres Sunday on GMC TV. And, it turns out that, in a TV reality landscape that is too often filled with in-your-face anger, forgiveness actually makes for some pretty absorbing television.
I recently screened the show, an on-air pilot for a potential series, and found it to be a refreshing reminder that the medium can still tell stories of value when those in decision-making positions decide to do so.
The premise is simple. Four true stories about forgiveness told in a straightforward documentary style. Two of the four stories in the pilot actually capture the actual pivotal encounters between victims and victimizers in which forgiveness is first offered and accepted. One of four stories deals with the difficulty people often have in forgiving themselves for a past tragedy. The fourth and final piece picks up the story after the forgiveness is offered and accepted to chronicle the special friendship that grew out an amazing act of forgiveness.
In Segment One, we meet Lynda Frederick whose 25th high school reunion becomes an opportunity to forgive those classmates who cruelly bullied her a generation ago. Bullying is certainly a subject that has been much discussed later — particularly in a YouTube era when so much of it is caught on camera and distributed for the world to see. What's interesting about this story is its focus on the long-term scars left on both the bullied and, even, the bulliers.
Segment Two introduces us to Juan Romero as he learns to forgive himself for an innocent act which he feared contributed to the 1968 assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. Romero was young busboy at The Ambassador Hotel the night the Democratic presidential candidate won the California primary. As an avid RFK admirer, he was thrilled to have the opportunity to (for the second time) shake the hand of his hero. But, what should have been a wonderful memory was suddenly transformed into a tragic one, when Kennedy was gunned down by an assassin. Since that fateful day, Romero spent decades haunted by the notion that, if RFK didn't stop to shake his hand, his assassin might not have had to opportunity to murder him.
Juan is particularly sympathetic because, to anyone reasonable person looking at his story from the outside, he did absolutely nothing wrong. You can't help but root for him as he struggles toward forgiving himself. Also of interest in this feature is the insight it gives into the character of Robert Kennedy, recalled in his first encounter with Romero but, most notably, in the words he spoke in the seconds after he was shot. You'll surely come away with an appreciation for a man whose concern for other people shined through even, and especially, at the end.
Segment Three is about forgiveness within a family as Millers struggle to heal after being torn apart when one its own exploited their trust in a Ponzi scheme that wiped away their savings.
But Segment Four is offers perhaps the most compelling narrative of all as it concerns a mother whose faith in God helped her tap the inner strength to forgive the young man who shot and killed her own son. A simply amazing story.
I Forgive You is highly-recommended viewing. The show airs this Sunday (9/18) @ 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM. As well as next Wednesday (Thanksgiving Eve) @ 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM. All times mentioned are ET.
BTW, Arnold Shapiro, whose well-known work includes the landmark documentary Scared Straight and the classic CBS reality show Rescue 911, is the co-executive producer of the program. I'll have an interview with him in this space tomorrow.
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Mercedes Benz SLS AMG 63 Supersport GT
Posted by pavel on Jul.22, 2012, under Concept Cars, Futuristic models Comments Off on Mercedes Benz SLS AMG 63 Supersport GT
Mercedes Benz SLS AMG 63 Supersport GT
The inspiration for the artists studio Kicherer Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH at this time was perhaps the most worthy of a modern car lineup Group Mercedes-Benz, a supercar with a classic layout SLS 63 AMG, also known as the Gullwing. As a new node in the list of achievements tuning workshop, double car with a "toothy" grille and chrome wheels was the result of a huge round of the whole collective of the factory. Let us dwell on the activities of each group of masters in detail.
V-shaped 8-cylinder "heart" of Stuttgart supercar was handcrafted "pacemaker" in the form of a new control unit and the exclusive exhaust system with dynamic pressure control valves, so that the maximum power the engine Kicherer Mercedes-Benz SLS 63 AMG Supersport GT increased from previous 571 (420 kW) to 630 liters. a. (or 464 kW) and maximum torque – from 650 th to 700 Nm. We add that the changes did not affect the braking system on a car, a robotic gearbox and limited-slip differential rear axle.
Separate proud sponsors supercompartment – a-piece 20 – (for the front axle) and 21-inch (for rear) forged alloy wheels, called RS-1. Above the two axes of the vehicle arranged height-adjustable stand and stiffness Stockach, which understate by 30 mm is possible without leaving the steering wheel, pressing on the dashboard.
Speaking of super saloon. Picking up a loop on cross bar roof doors of complex shape, we find ourselves in the realm of the present carbon fiber: made from carbon fiber door trim, lining the dashboard, wide sills, glove box and the panel behind the seat backs. Of course, leather upholstery and door covering the steering wheel and the front of the cabin, as well as the quality of the instrument panel and center console, keys gone nowhere.
That and we've got Kicherer Mercedes-Benz SLS 63 AMG, a supercar with a unique appearance, German quality and professional approach to the improvement of its strengths. Do you think that improvements in this model finished? Not at all – decided to allocate a copy of the "shark mouth" among the analogs, you can order another modified grille and adapter terminals "banks" of the exhaust system. It is not weak, but you see, over time, this tuning kit will be transformed yet again!
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster 2012
Posted by pavel on Jan.15, 2012, under News Comments Off on Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster 2012
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
It is unlikely that there exists at least one motorist who refused to be a fast ride on the roadster, and even more so for Roadster Mercedes-Benz.
In August of this opportunity will those lucky who can pay 195,160 euros for a new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. Taking orders for the novelty begins June 1, 2011.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster is built on an aluminum frame, sport-tuned suspension with double wishbones are also made of this metal. Option is available sport suspension with electronically controlled AMG Ride Control.
Under the hood of the roadster is 6.3 liter gasoline engine AMG V8, which develops a maximum output of 571 hp and a maximum torque of 650 Nm, coupled with a 7-speed transmission with double clutch.
With an open-top SLS AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 317 km / h (electronically limited), to that of the same name compartment. Despite the huge amount by today's standards the engine, average fuel consumption of a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster is 13.2 litres/100 km, while the level of harmful emissions into the atmosphere of 308 g / km.


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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Veracruz stayed atop the Mexican league on Sunday despite being held to a 0-0 draw against Puebla.
Second-place Morelia also drew 0-0 with third-place Leon on Saturday, while Santos Laguna improved to fourth after its 2-2 draw against Toluca on Sunday.
In other games this weekend, Cruz Azul defeated Chivas 3-1, Atlas drew 1-1 with Pachuca, America won 4-2 against Atlante, Tigres beat local rivals Monterrey 3-1, Tijuana overcame Pumas 2-0 and Queretaro drew 1-1 against Chiapas.
Puebla had the best chances and the larger slice of possession against Veracruz, but missed a number of opportunities, the best of which fell to Argentine Alfredo Moreno in the 23rd minute.
Edy Brambila netted the equalizer in the 90th minute to hand Toluca a point against Santos.
Santos had launched a second-half comeback with goals from Javier Orozco and Oribe Peralta, after Carlos Esquivel had given Toluca the lead in the 13th.
Ecuadorian Joao Rojas put Cruz Azul into the lead in the 35th and scored the team's second in the 78th, after Rafa Marquez Lugo had equalized for Chivas with a penalty in the 51st. Jeronimo Amione added the third eight minutes from the final whistle.
Matias Vuoso rescued a draw for Atlas when he scored deep into second half injury time. Pachuca had taken the lead through Argentine Fernando Cavenaghi in the 61st.
America came from behind after Alberto Garcia had put Atlante in the lead in the 58th. Francisco Rodriguez equalized in the 67th, with Ecuadorian Narciso Mina adding the second from close range two minutes later. Diego Jimenez brought the scores level in the 74th, before two late goals from Raul Jimenez and Colombian Andres Andrade sealed the victory for America.
Fidel Martinez headed in Tijuana's opener in the 10th, with Raul Enriquez adding the second from a corner in the 59th.
Alan Pulido scored twice in the first half for Tigres, either side of Humberto Suazo's 22nd-minute equalizer for Monterrey, with Lucas Lobos adding the third in the 81st.
Queretaro salvaged a point in injury time when Carlos Ochoa netted from the penalty spot. Esteban Paredes had put Queretaro into the lead


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A series of mysterious book sculptures have continued to pop up across Scotland, UK, for the last couple of years, and has kept the "literature-biased country" enraptured with their intracity.
The unknown artist, who lovingly crafts these unusual artworks from printed pages, leaves the sculptures at libraries, cultural events and other literary locations all over Scotland. The latest piece has been found at Leith Library.
According to the libraries website, the new enigmatic piece came in a box addressed to them and their Reader in Residence, Emily Dodd.
Luckily these sculptures haven't been blown up after being mistaken for a bomb, which is sadly what happened to some artwork by the artist Russell Jaffe.
Furthermore, alongside the addressees, there was a quote from A. A. Milne; just in case nobody is familiar with the name, Milne was an English author and is probably best-known for his stories about Winnie The Pooh.
From the little that is known about the book sculptures and their unnamed creator, the beautiful art pieces have been making an appearance since 2011. The first piece was a tree and was left at the Scottish Poetry Library, with the attached address referring to the library's Twitter account, @ByLeavesWeLive.
Other locations have included the Scottish Story Telling Centre, The National Museums of Scotland, and the Edinburgh Bookshop, to name but a few. Furthermore, the mysterious artist has even commissioned work for the Book Week Scotland, and all through the use of an anonymous email account.
Even though nobody seems to know who this dedicated book loving artist is, they definitely seem to hold literacy, and the powerful feelings it can induce, in high regard.
Moreover, when libraries and other artistic institutions are under harsh scrutiny in the UK, it is a welcoming sight to see people offering their support and promoting books.
The Leith Library had this to say when asked about the surprise artwork:
"We're a community library so we're proud to have chosen by the artist, […] Our sculpture seems to be a gift in support of what we've been doing to promote reading via social media and through the Scottish Book Trust Residency."
Whether you're a fan of a real book or the digital kind, these beautiful book sculptures certainly seem to be capturing the public's imagination and keeping literacy a fresh and exciting part of the public's lives. It would seem that unusual arts and crafts is the "flavor of the month" in the UK if this report and the one about a giant doily are anything to go by.
[Image via Leith Library]


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As I walked around my building in Detroit, a homeless person approached me asking for a dollar for food. When I reached to give him change, my friend told me that the money will be used for drugs. Neither my friend nor I will ever know what will the person use the dollar for. The dollar means nothing to me but it may curb his hunger for few minutes. I don't judge my friend for what he believes and I hope that he will not judge me. We all have different perspective on this subject.
Based on various comments I heard on this subject, some of us believe that beggars are nuisances who disrupt our manicured lives with their hapless wants. Some of us believe that these beggars are lazy drug addicts. Some of us even sneer at their lives and believe that people choose such a life style and therefore deserve our lack of compassion. I am often astounded at the advice that my generous and wonderful friends give me about the dollar I dole to a beggar yet I never hear a whimper when I pay for unnecessary expensive food and drinks at the bar.
It is not that my friends are not generous, they are! They give their money to variety of causes that help beggars have better lives. As for my practice of giving the person on the street, I give not because I am generous, for a dollar does not curb a person's hunger nor does my dollar deprive me from a lifestyle of privilege. I give because I am always getting a sincere and heartfelt blessing from the person who receives my extra dollar or change. Their graciousness pierces my heart and I feel very blessed. When I take a moment and look into their eyes I see a grateful heart. Sincere blessings are hard to come by, in today's world but for one dollar a person on the street gives it me in abundance.
I believe their generosity and their blessing far exceed my dollar donation.
I believe that the dollar that I give to this person is more important to them than it is to me. For whatever reason they are on the street and therefore their status in life has been demeaned by society, but I noticed that regardless of their wretched circumstances they never lost the ability to be gracious even when the gift is meager, a lesson I will keep in my heart to live by. I believe the person who receives my dollar teaches me the value of the dollar I discard without grace.
As I assess my giving habit, that my generosity only extends to the extra money I posses. I have never deprived myself from living a life of leisure. I believe that I have never missed a meal because I gave. To my shame I only give what I don't need. Maybe one day, God will give me the grace to share from what I need. In the meantime, I believe that I am more in need of the beggar's blessing than they are in need of my dollar. I also believe that the test of my generosity or lack of it will be proven when and if I share of something that I need. In the meantime, I hope that I will be as gracious as the homeless person on the street by giving them the dollar without a fan fair or trumpet.. This I believe!
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