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Motorola's mobiles have always been characterized by clean software, very close to Google's Android. However, it is from today that they can claim that they have a truly pure Android , without any customization and under the direct design lines of Google. Motorola presents us in the framework of IFA 2018 in its new Motorola Moto One, the first 'Android One' of the brand .
This is a mid-range mobile that bears a strong resemblance to previous Motorola phones. We found the well-known Snapdragon 625, 4GB of RAM and double rear camera . The novelty, in addition to being an Android One, is the commitment to a 5.9-inch screen with 'notch' and NFC . We will know what are their official characteristics and the price.
The Motorola Moto One is a complete and balanced middle range, where in addition to having the security of Google, NFC is added for those who seek to pay with their mobile phones.
A medium range with recognizable characteristics:
The Moto One is a mobile phone with splash-resistant glass body and a 5.9-inch screen with HD + resolution and 19: 9 format to introduce the 'notch' higher. Since a few months ago most manufacturers have opted for this notch to optimize the size of the device and from Motorola also seem to go this way.
Inside the Moto One we find the Snapdragon 625 processor . It is a processor that works very well but already has several years behind them. Surprise the election having similar options more recent, but we understand that it will serve to reduce their price in the near future. Accompanying the chipset, we will find 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage that can be extended by microSD card.
For the battery, we have 3,000 mAh that can be charged quickly with Turbopower technology and the 15W charger that promises up to six hours of autonomy in twenty minutes. The Moto One also comes equipped with USB type C, radioFM and NFC .
Regarding the photographic section, Motorola has decided to incorporate a double rear camera of 13 megapixels in the main sensor with an aperture lens f / 2.0 and a secondary camera of two megapixels. For the front we have eight megapixels with an aperture f / 2.2 and flashLED.
Motorola Moto One data sheet
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|Snapdragon 625
Adreno 506
|64 GB + microSD
|3,000 mAh + Turbopower
|Rear: 13 + 2MP, f / 2.0, flashLED, 4K / 30fps video
Front: 8MP, f / 2.2, flashLED
|Android 8.1 Oreo
|150 x 72 x 7.97 mm
162 g
|RadioFM, BT 4.2, WiFi 802.11n, GPS / GLONASS / Galileo, USB type C, P2i resistor, NFC
And we finished the review of the characteristics of the Moto One talking about the software. Android 8.1 Oreo is the version that incorporates the new Motorola medium range but will be assured the update to Android 9 Pie , as well as Google's support during the month three years at the level of security updates thanks to belonging to the Android One program .
Versions and price of Moto One
The Motorola Moto One will be available during the coming months in several countries in Europe, Latin America and Asia at a price of 299 euros . Regarding colors, only black has been confirmed at the moment.


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I am Andy Peake. I'm a professional drummer, CD and audio projects producer, audio engineer, music projects coordinator, computer technician and father. I have lived in Nashville, TN since 1987 and have toured and/or recorded with quite a few major label recording artists including Don Williams, Delbert McClinton, Lee Roy Parnell, Tanya Tucker, Kathy Mattea, Sweethearts of the Rodeo and many more. I have played drums on the Conan O'Brien show, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Hollywood Bowl, and numerous times at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry.
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In the Checklist Manifesto: How to get things right, Atul Gawande makes an eloquent and compelling case for the use of checklists to help wrangle complexity.
An array of people working in healthcare have been inspired to create checklists to aid memory, improve quality, and add consistency. Clinical research teams around the globe have been exploring how, when, and where checklists and similar clinical support tools can be used to help improve outcomes.
One of the most cited examples of checklists in medicine, the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist, recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. Over the course of that decade checklists have become common, but they have not gotten easier to use.
Too many clinical support tools are poorly designed
Of the many hundreds of checklists and cognitive aids I've reviewed, the vast majority fail to follow basic visual design best practices and many do not appear to have considered human factors at all.
If the design sucks, the tools will be less usable. That's lousy for the people trying to use them and it undermines what studies tell us about the efficacy of the tools.
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The people I've met working on these tools are invariably smart, dedicated, and caring people. I'll assume that you are here because you are working on your own tool, so let me say this:
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We will create a group of people to help us. We need them to explore early ideas, generate and test content, evaluate flow, refine visual design, and plan for implementation.
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We know that in an imperfect universe (like this one), compromises in design are necessary, but we will not solve our design problems on the backs of the people using our tool. That means:
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The IFP student body is truly international. I have never before been in a class with students from such a wide range of countries and backgrounds before. Everyone has a lot of knowledge and information to share, and we do not learn from the teachers alone but from our fellow students as well. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming, making the process of settling in very easy and relaxed.
The style of teaching is the same as what is done at undergraduate level. We attend a lecture and a seminar for each module every week just as undergraduate students do. I feel has played a crucial role in helping me prepare for next year. I will already be acquainted with the way in which material is delivered and unlike students who have not undergone the IFP, I will not have to face the problem of adapting to the style of teaching at university.
I have seen, over the course of my time on the IFP, that there are students with a very broad range of academic abilities on the programme. It caters to students of all levels of academic skill and ability. Skills which need to be worked on are paid special attention to and developed over the course of the programme. One thing I would say is that the IFP is not too easy or too difficult. Whether your academic skills are highly advanced or rudimentary, you will find the course intellectually demanding. When I look back to myself at the start of the IFP, it is very clear that I my abilities and knowledge has increased by leaps and bounds.
I can say with great conviction that having done the IFP has put me at a very significant advantage for my undergraduate studies. It has also been a phenomenal experience. I am happy I chose to be part of it and would recommend it to everyone.
Mahnoor Ali Khose BSc Business Management (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2017
From a seventeen-year-old clueless teenager to a somewhat-sorted, independent twenty-one year old is what Queen Mary has made me as I graduate today with a Second Class Honors (upper division) in BSc Business Management. It all started with the International Foundation Programme that gave me confidence, motivation and direction to actually undertake this particular course.
The IFP can rightly be called a university experience before actually starting university. This is the extent to which it prepares you for your degree next year. Even though I had been a part of the British education system all my life back in Pakistan, I was unaware of the very basics that are of utmost importance in university education like Harvard Referencing in essays or the correct structure of answers in exams. The IFP taught me ideas and concepts that can be used in all spheres of life, in all career paths and every life situation. These included discipline, social values and general knowledge through our weekly meetings in Bancroft Building, trips to London Museums and informative talks and seminars. The English and Study Skills classes formed the foundation of any degree and I consider myself very lucky to be one of the few to have access to those classes.
The IFP made me realize business was my strength when I chose three distinct modules; Human Geography, International Relations and Politics and Business Studies. Each module kept me interested but Business was something my mind related to the most and it brought out my creativity which is why I decided to pursue Business Management as my line of higher studies here at Queen Mary.
Lastly, the people. I have no words too describe the amazing friends I made from so many different countries and cultures. They opened my eyes, mind and heart and I wish to always be around them in life as we move on to adulthood and work lives. IFP is a program that holds a special place in my life and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wishes to come to the UK to pursue their Bachelors, even to my own siblings. It is a year of training, exposure and character building that I feel is essential for anyone who is unsure about their degree choices, have had a different education system or are simply new to the country. I am currently taking some time off and searching for the perfect job as a Marketing Consultant.
Anna Popova LLB Law Bachelor of Laws (2:1) Queen Mary University of London Graduated July 2017
The International Foundation Programme was an unforgettable experience for me for a number of reasons. I feel that it not only gave me a solid academic background to pursue my further legal studies, but also helped me find friends for a lifetime.
The modules that I undertook: History, Politics, Literature, Art and Film, although weren't directly law-related, helped me acquire necessary analytical skills, which were of vital importance for my LLB Bachelor of Laws degree. Most importantly, they taught me about distinct academic approaches and requirements of the higher education system in Britain (that are rather different from those in my home country). For instance, British universities put greater emphasis on independent studying, an ability to choose a topic and conduct research, gather relevant information and critically analyse it. Saying that, the amazing team of teaching staff was always there to facilitate a learning process. Everyone was a leading expert in their field, very friendly and approachable. Whenever in doubt, I always felt free to ask questions on matters ranging from IFP module selection to the progression to the law school. I am genuinely extremely grateful for all their hard work and dedication.
Currently, I am applying for Training Contracts and planning to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. Wherever my career takes me, I will always remember my time at QMUL as the best years of my life.
Bartosz Slota BSc Economics (1st) Queen Mary University of London Graduated July 2016
The last four years at Queen Mary University of London have been an amazing journey. I commenced the International Foundation Programme in 2012, because my English language skills were not good enough to begin a degree in the UK. This programme not only enabled me to improve my language skills but also prepared me for studying Economics on Bachelors level and, in general, helped me with the transition from high school in Poland to university in the UK.
During the IFP, I took the following subjects: Mathematics for Economics, Economics, Business Studies and English Language and Study Skills. All these subjects have taken my personal development to another level. For instance, I have learned many useful concepts in Economics and Statistics and practised writing academic essays and business reports. The latter ones came in handy in my work experience. Secondly, I made a lot of friends at Queen Mary and I believe that they will remain with me for the rest of my life. Finally, I was discussing all my careers and academic dilemmas with excellent lecturers and staff at QM both throughout my time at IFP and at the School of Economics and Finance. I successfully graduated this summer and I have just started an MSc in Economics and Policy of Energy and the Environment at University College London.
To sum up, the International Foundation Programme was an amazing opportunity in my life that transformed me into a more confident and better-organised student.
Bogdana Kurylo BA History and Politics (1st) Queen Mary University of London Graduated October 2016
Coming to London only a few weeks after I reached 17 was an unforgettable experience in my life. Firstly, because of the confusion that stems from communicating in a foreign language, a new lifestyle and just the sheer size of the city of London. Secondly, because of the extent to which studying on the IFP helped me adjust to the new learning environment. Remembering back to the IFP days, I am especially grateful to all the tutors who truly inspired me in my studies. The modules that I selected – Introduction to Politics and International Relations, Human Geography and History – made a perfect combination in giving me a comprehensive understanding across Humanities and Social Sciences.
On the basis of that, I decided to study History and Politics, which did not greatly differ from International Relations that I originally intended to study, but was a much more well-thought choice. Thus, even before starting an undergraduate programme in the UK, I already knew what it involved. In all honesty, it gave me a significant advantage even compared to my English peers. It also provided me with confidence and superior learning skills, setting a high bar for my subsequent studies.
Today, having graduated with a First Honours degree from Queen Mary, I am looking forward to the new academic challenges that studying a Masters degree in one of the highest-ranked universities in the UK holds. I wish to thank Queen Mary, and the IFP in particular, for opening the world of opportunities for me and my fellow students.
Leith Gouta LLB English and European Law (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2016
Let me be clear, I was not initially convinced of the need to take the IFP. However, after settling down in London and desperately trying to put up two or three words together to make up a decent sentence, the need to engage with the programme felt quite obvious. Because yes, I could barely speak English when I first arrived.
The IFP was a tremendous experience and admittedly, although some may find this thought rather funny, my most difficult experience to date. However, the experience laid down a solid linguistic and cultural foundation which enabled me to fully engage with what London has to offer. Additional perks include successfully completing law school and waltzing out with a job offer.
Although law school was very pleasant and challenging, I acquired a methodology of work at the IFP which I never abandoned and which made my work at law school considerably manageable. In addition, you will meet great people who will end up doing great things and who will still be keen to help several years down the lines. Moreover, your tutors are incredibly well learned and will support you throughout your studies and post-IFP.
I am currently taking a year off to focus on other projects, but will start my training contract at Eversheds LLP in September 2018.
Joel Tan LLB Law Bachelor of Laws (2:1) University of Leeds Graduated July 2016
Even though I graduated from the IFP back in 2013 and went to Leeds to complete my law degree, I still look back fondly on my time there and the indelible memories made. I came from an engineering background which I found to not be my cup of tea and decided to pursue law via the IFP route. I genuinely feel it is one of the best decisions of my life.
I remember the modules that I took in the IFP were intellectually challenging but the lecturers were on hand to provide constructive feedback to improve and further our potentials. Looking back now, those modules, especially English and History have equipped me with the skills necessary for a law degree at university such as critical thinking and the ability to think and work under pressure.
What I really appreciate most in the IFP was that it not only concentrates on the academic potential of the students but the lecturers and staff work in tandem with students in developing transferrable life skills, such as communication, time management amongst others with extra-curricular activities. In addition to that, the opportunity to learn alongside peers from a vast array of countries was an unparalleled experience as every individual was exposed to different ideas and perspectives in learning.
Currently, I am training to be a barrister in City, University of London and thereafter plan to do a L.L.M in Commercial and Company Law. However, I will always look back on my time in Queen Mary IFP as the first step to my legal career.
Grongjaporn Saosaovaphak LLB Law Bachelor of Laws (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2016
After having successfully completed my Bachelor of Laws degree at Queen Mary, looking back at how far I have come I am tremendously grateful for Queen Mary's International Foundation Programme (IFP). Having been told how demanding a three-year law degree can be, I have admittedly doubted myself several times whether to pursue this career path. However, the IFP has proved to be an invaluable educational experience that has prepared me to take on a higher level of intellectual challenges. The advice given by the IFP tutors, which are tailored to each individual student, was something I will always be thankful for. This is not something that can always be expected in an undergraduate degree, or anywhere else. The selection of modules provided were challenging but satisfying – particularly, the English, History and Politics modules, which have promptly prepared me for the law degree.
Despite being the only Thai student in the IFP, Queen Mary's unique campus-based university, diversity and prime location in London made me feel at home. After successful completion of the IFP, studying law at Queen Mary has given me many privileges including securing an internship at the Bangkok branch of Rajah & Tann LLP, one of the Singapore Big Four and the largest law firm in Southeast Asia.
At present, I am starting a Master of Laws degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Queen Mary has certainly set a foundation for me to further commit and dedicate my career in law.
Sara Kotsani BA International Relations (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2016
My journey in London started with the International Foundation programme back in 2012. It was the initiation of an amazing experience which provided me with all the educational requirements for pursuing my higher education in International Relations. I owe an incredible amount of gratitude to the exceptional staff of professors who became our mentors and were always willing to give us advice in every aspect of that year which would determine our future. I remember being totally undecided for the route that I was about to take. I came to London with the vague idea of wanting to study Law. I do not forget one of my meetings with my personal tutor when he asked me of the reasons why I wanted to study Law and I could not think of anything. He told me that since I couldn't give him any answers it would be a mistake if I decided to pursue a law degree and prepared me for the consequences of a decision I was not passionate of taking. Monitoring my progress he instead suggested that he could easily picture me in the field of International Relations. That moment remains of a particular importance to me even today, as I realised that it was exactly what I could see myself doing in the future.
It might seem like it is only one year which cannot make that much of a difference in your life, but for me it was a life changing year as I not only attained the required educational skills but also improved my personality and became ready to survive in the fast, competitive and of course amazing London life.
Now I am an International Relations graduate having completed my degree with a 2:1 and am currently looking for job opportunities. I am confident that Queen Mary has provided me with a solid educational background in order to expand my work experience and achieve what I always wanted to.
Sang Song BA History and Politics (2:1) Queen Mary University of London Graduated July 2016
Having spent the last four years at QMUL it was nice to reflect back on the impact the IFP and QM had on my life. I had joined the IFP straight after my military service and contrary to my worries, it proved to be a decent challenge that allowed me to ease back into academics. The level of support from the tutors in the IFP was something that I genuinely missed over the last three years, as tutors in undergraduate level are just not the same. I had the privilege to speak with many tutors from a variety of fields, whose collective input helped me find the right path in pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in History and Politics, a degree that I hadn't even considered when I first began the IFP (I was initially planning to pursue a degree in Marketing).
The transition to the undergraduate programme was seamless. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the History and Politics modules which I took in the IFP had prepared me well for the first year modules in undergraduate level, as in many cases, the IFP modules dived deeper into the subjects, giving me confidence for the degree.
During my years in QMUL, I found time to work for several startups, which is thanks to the lovely location of the university at the heart of London. With the startup hotspot of Moorgate being within 20 minutes of travel, it is very easy to find employment and earn valuable experience at one of the world's most exciting locations for entrepreneurs. The QMUL careers team has also been very supportive in encouraging students to engage in entrepreneurial activities and explore their dreams of starting a company of their own. This vast experience of working in info-sec, fin-tech and web analytics companies helped me understand that I would like to pursue a further Master's degree in computer sciences.
Now, having graduated with a 2:1 in BA(Hons) History and Politics, my doors are fairly open and I am now set to begin my MSc in Web Sciences and Big Data Analytics at UCL where I hope to combine the humanities background earned through my BA with data analysis to help put the power of technology towards enriching the human experience. All in all, the past four years at QMUL have been valuable in opening my eyes to endless possibilities and guiding me through the path each step of the way.
Tornike Liparteliani BA Politics (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2015
I completed the IFP in 2012 after doing modules in International Relations & Politics, History, Geography and English Language & Study Skills and I went on to do a degree in Politics at Queen Mary, which was a great experience. The IFP really helped me as it meant that I was not new to university and it gave me a very strong foundation on how university study differs from school education. In particular, it helped be appreciate the importance of self-study and the need to be organised.
I've just graduated with a 2:1 in Politics from Queen Mary and I'm planning to do a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) at City Law School. This is a law conversion course which is the first step towards qualifying as a solicitor. Qualifying in English Law will enable me to work around the world and I hope that in the future I will be able to find a job with a multinational company.
[Find out more about Tornike's experiences here]
Bader Aldehani BA Politics (2:1) SOAS Graduated July 2015
Queen Mary's International Foundation Programme (IFP) has not only managed to open wide doors of opportunity for me but has, more importantly, set the foundational floorings for the opportunities to take place. Queen Mary's IFP set the platform that I truly needed to broaden my understandings in the vast discipline of politics; it is precisely for this that I am genuinely thankful to have studied at Queen Mary University of London. I advise all students at Queen Mary's IFP to take advantage of not only their prestigious university and the great facilities it offers but also the IFP's knowledgable lecturers and useful tutors. Indeed, as I progress onto a Master's in Comparative Politics at the London School of Economics (LSE), after graduating BA Politics from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), I am forever grateful and thankful to have studied at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL). All the very best of luck in your studies.
Xhesika Caushi BSc Economics (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2015
My name is Xhesika Caushi and I recently graduated from the School of Economics and Finance at Queen Mary. I obtained a Foundation certificate from Queen Mary in 2012 and then I decided to continue my studies in Economics at Queen Mary. I owe this University four of the most amazing years of my life, as it has provided me with the best education and friends whom I will cherish for the rest of my life. The graduation ceremony was a perfect end to a perfect experience, with an outstanding organization followed by an amazing time had with the people attending.
Being a Queen Mary graduate has given me many privileges. After graduation at Queen Mary, I started an internship with one of the most prestigious companies in the world, PWC Albania. It has been a great experience and it has taught me a lot about the working environment. I need to thank Queen Mary for the education it provided me with since on those bases I am able now to pursue further my academic career. After I finish my internship, I have decided to move to Brussels, Belgium where I will be obtaining my master's degree at the Catholique University of Leuven. I am really excited about my new experience, as it will give me a more diversified look not only on the social life, but also on the academic one. It's thrilling to see the similarities and differences that two amazing countries like Belgium and England have, and I think that this new experience will help me grow as a person. I look forward to visiting the UK whenever I have the chance.
Xiying Liang BSc Economics and Finance (2:2) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2015
I am planning to do a Master's degree next academic year and stay in the UK if I can. I have decided to change field for my Master's degree, so now I am going to study computer science. Hopefully I will be able to get an internship during my postgraduate degree. I am looking forward to studying something different. When I finish my Master's, I think I will go back to China.
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Roksana Sologub MSc International Financial Management (Merit) Queen Mary University of London Graduated December 2014 BSc Business Management (2:1) Queen Mary University of London Graduated July 2013
Before coming to England I spent lots of time choosing a university to study in. The reason I preferred Queen Mary is that it is one of the top universities in the UK. Also, it offers variety of courses from engineering to drama as well as having good learning facilities. At Queen Mary I have studied the one-year International Foundation Programme in Humanities and Social Science. It is difficult to say that some skills which I have developed are more valuable than the others. I strongly believe that they all are very important and essential. Hence, in my view the International Foundation Programme at Queen Mary is an excellent kick-start for further studying.
I consider Queen Mary to be one of the leading British universities with its innovative approach to the learning process. Therefore, I completed a BSc in Business Management at Queen Mary, University of London as my undergraduate degree. The nature of my Bachelor degree offered me the opportunity to acquire a solid foundation of the financial world and associated industries.Throughout the course and particularly toward the latter stages of my Bachelor degree I realized that I am extremely passionate about finance. And I would like to build on a solid educational background in finance. In order to take a further step towards this goal I completed an MSc in International Financial Management. It was a particularly intensive course that covered a narrower range of topics compared with my undergraduate degree.
I would like to say that studying at Queen Mary strikes me as the most effective way to gain the required knowledge and skills for a successful career. The strong international aspect of the university, networking opportunities and the possibility of gaining the knowledge in the capital of business and finance made me feel both inspired and confident it would contribute greatly to my future success.
Cuong Nhu Nguyen MSc Econometrics and Finance (Merit) Queen Mary University of London Graduated December 2014 BSc Economics & Finance (1st) Queen Mary University of London Graduated July 2013
In my opinion, studying IFP at Queen Mary University is the best choice I have made. It was the stepping stone to my higher education and provided me a clear career path for my future.
I completed the IFP in 2010 with a prize from the Economics lecturer. This encouraged me to continue pushing myself to the limit. Hence, I studied BSc Economics & Finance (1st) and MSc Econometrics & Finance (2:1) at QMUL. After I graduated, I did a 6-month internship in the Finance department of QMUL. I assert that the experience and knowledge, which I gained from QMUL, are significant in order to have a good preparation for my career. Nevertheless, the relationships with QMUL's lecturers, tutor and professors are what I treasure the most. They did not only teach my theories but they also provided me guidance and caring during my university life.
At present, I am in the Management Trainee programme of the largest steel producer in Vietnam. I am happy with my work and feel thankful to the wonderful experience at QMUL.
Miriam El Ofir LLB Law (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2014
I am applying to become a lawyer in Canada, and am applying for training contracts here in London, and am excited to enter this new stage in my life. My experience at Queen Mary has allowed me to have a competitive resume; through Queen Mary only, I was able to take part in the free Legal Advice Center we have at Queen Mary, travelled to Singapore to intern at the Singapore Law Society as one of the representatives of the Queen Mary Pro Bono Society members, improved my oratory skills by taking part in the Queen Mary George Hinde Mooting Competition to which I finished in the quarter finals, and finally took part in various internships, advertised to us extensively.
Zaina Arshad BSc Business Management (2:1) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2014
Being a small town girl from Pakistan, coming to UK for the higher studies was one of the biggest decision of my life that i took some 4 years ago.Now when I have graduated from Queen Mary Business School I can proudly say that coming to Queen Mary and doing an IFP course followed by my undergraduate degree Bsc hons in Business Management was actually one of my wisest decision. Having done a foundation course at Queen Mary not just helped me in broadening my academic knowledge, but also prepared me well for my undergraduate degree.This is the reason that I have managed to do really well in my undergraduate degree. And I am now heading to do my Masters at London School of Economics after which I plan to start my own Business.
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I have received a conditional offer for an MA programme in Modern and Contemporary literature at Birkbeck University of London, now that I have met the conditions of the offer, I am planning to start the course in September 2014. Also, I am currently seeking a part-time, as it would be nice to gain more work experience, and something to do in my spare time, considering my Master's programme would be part-time.
Boris Polyakov BSc Business Management (2:2) Queen Mary Univeristy of London Graduated July 2014
I have applied for MSc FT Management and Organisational Innovation at QM and I have also applied for the MSc Human Resource Management at Edinburgh University.
I intend to get a decent job. Once I do that (and I certainly will, trust me!), I will use the experience, relationships and funds to form a business of my own, just as my father did. But first things first, as they say, and to me that means to enroll on an MSc programme. So as you can see, I have some nice plans for my near future. My QM foundation and BSc Business Management programmes have laid the first bricks in my success. I reckon that these are some of the sturdiest bricks you can find out there. I do not have a single doubt in the usefulness of my experience in QM and I would certainly recommend it to any potential newcomers.


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[This is a review of Once Upon a Time Season 3, Episode 9. There will be SPOILERS.]
Those of you out there wishing on the first star you saw tonight for the Neverland story arc to be wrapped up might have mixed emotions after the latest episode of Once Upon a Time. On the one hand, 'Save Henry' does tie up several pesky loose ends and puts everyone basically on the same page. It also takes all of the tension and issues and bad guys from the last 9 weeks and merely changes the scenery for everyone, with only two episode left until the mid-season finale.
That being said, this is a very solid, enjoyable episode. We get a teeny, tiny window into the Enchanted Forest's past and that wonderful cell where Regina (Lana Parrilla) and Rumplestiltskin (Robert Carlyle) exchanged many a good barb back in season 1. Then there's the parade of fan favorites like Archie (Raphael Sbarge), Granny (Beverley Elliot), Dr. Whale (David Anders), and a voice cameo from the excellent Sydney Glass (Giancario Esposito). Plus, flying pirate ships are cool.
The best of the storylines this time out is getting to watch Regina become a mother. No, the Evil Queen is not the best of souls, but both Parrilla and the writers do a good job of building empathy for the character right off the bat. Watching her struggle to bond with him just like any other adoptive mother lends credibility and authenticity to the scene between she and Henry (Jared S. Gilmore) in the captain's cabin. Say what you will about what she's done, but the woman loves her son, no doubt about it.
Meanwhile, Emma (Jennifer Morrison) is tapping into her maternal side as well. Yes, Pan's (Robbie Kay) little stunt with the vines proves she's still hauling around baggage from her past through the jungle, but she's learning, too. Where Regina's go-to will always be violence and the Charmings' will air on the side of naive grace and indefatigable hope, Emma walks a tightrope between the two. Here, that means she reaches out and appeals to the Lost Boys as a mother, and because of her actions, the littlest ones rat on Pan.
As for Pan himself, he keeps busy whether in the past through his minions - who get close to nabbing Henry as a baby - or in the present fending off would-be attackers. Regina proves that being bad can be good when it foils his plot to keep her son from her, but Pan still gets the last laugh in the end. If the glowing eyes didn't give it away, Pan's secret villain monologue to Felix (Parker Croft) did, thus spelling trouble for everyone when they finally return home next week.
So what did you think? Are you looking forward to the trouble Pan can wreak in Henry's good name? Do you think the young actors will rise to their respective new roles? Will Neverland or Storybrooke prove to be the better backdrop this season? And what will the reunion between Wendy (Freya Tingley) look like?
Once Upon a Time returns next Sunday with 'The New Neverland' @8pm on ABC.


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How to Buy a Goat
When buying a goat you need to know what to look for. Here's my handy Goat Buying Guide.
These are things to look for when you are buying any goat, for a pet, meat, breeding, or milking.
The herd: When buying any goat visit the farm the goat comes from. You want to see the goat's herd mates and living conditions before purchasing. Look at the whole herd: is everyone healthy? Does everyone have soft, shiny coats and bright eyes? Are they curious and friendly? Is any member of the herd showing signs of illness or injury, such as shivering, limping, isolating themselves from other animals, or sporting wounds or balding patches? Is the barn clean and free of ammonia odor?
The goat: Determine if you want a horned goat or a goat without horns. Look carefully at the animal you're buying. Is she bright eyed, curious, and friendly? Is her coat soft and shiny? Are her hooves in good shape? Feel her body all over for any swelling, lumps, heat, tenderness, wounds, hair loss, or signs of injury.
The history: Ask for a written medical history before you go to pick up the animal. While you're picking up the goat, ask what the seller normally feeds, how much and how often. Ask what minerals are given. Ask for the last date of vaccination and last date of worming, as well as what wormer was used and why. Get the goat's date of birth. Even if this info was given in the written medical history, confirm it before leaving with the animal.
These are things to look for when you are specifically buying a goat for milking.
Select a Breed: I highly recommend going to different breeders and tasting the milk of different breeds to find out what you like. Each breed has their own unique strengths and taste of the milk should be a significant factor in your decision. This also allows you to meet a variety of goat breeds to determine whose temperament you prefer. Most importantly this allows you to see several different goat keepers' operations so you can compare and contrast, gives you ideas about good practices, and helps you network with other goat keepers so you have someone to call with questions.
Get Testing: Whenever buying a goat I try to buy only from herds who have tested negative for CAE, CL, and Johnes diseases. In some states TB testing might be required as well. Always ask to see the testing paperwork and confirm that it is current within the last year. Regardless of whether or not a goat comes from a clean, tested herd you will still want to do your own testing, but getting the herd test results gives you some assurance of the herd's health.
Registered or Not? Decide if registration is important to you. At this point I am only interested in buying registered animals, but when I first started out I purchased unregistered animals. A few unregistered goats make a great starting point for the new goat keeper. They are less expensive and usually more readily available. Papers don't milk - just because a goat is not registered does not mean she won't be a great milk goat for your family. Registered animals cost more but the benefits include selling kids for more, genetic database tools that help you track traits, and performance programs. I prefer to buy goats from herds that participate in performance programs such as showing, milk testing, and linear appraisal. These programs help me judge the quality of the animal in reference to others of the same breed.
Decide if you want a Kid, a Doe in Milk, or a dry Adult Doe.
Kid: Determine if you want bottle fed kids or dam nursed kids. When you go to pick up your kid(s), pay special attention to their mom. If allowed, milk mom or at least inspect her udder. You want a soft, smooth udder with no sores, redness, heat, swelling, extra teats (goats only have 2), or injuries. Teats should be evenly spaces and should hang plumb downward. First time moms will have smaller sized teats, but any doe beyond her second freshening should have large, long teats that are easy to grasp and easy to milk. Ask about milk records on mom, how much and how long she produces. If the breeder doesn't keep written records take whatever they say with a grain of salt - folks tend to overestimate production in their minds. Make sure you inspect the kid herself, particularly her teats (no extras or deformities) and her mouth (no overbites or cleft palette). A note on bottle kids - make sure they are taking the bottle well, not still nursing from mom. Confirm with the seller that the bottle kid received adequate colostrum.
Doe in Milk: If you are buying a doe in milk insist upon milking her. When I sell does in milk I prefer buyers to come and milk her twice to make sure they are comfortable. Does she get on the stand readily or have to be caught and dragged to the milk stand? Does she stand politely, or does she kick and thrash? Is her udder free of sores, redness, heat, swelling, extra teats, or injuries? Are her teats of good size and easy for you to milk, or is she a first freshener? Is the milk free of clumps, blood, and off flavors? (Definitely taste the milk!) If the doe has freshened before ask about her milking history - how long did she milk before and how much did she produce?
Dry Doe: Inspect her as you would a kid. Ask about her milking history if she has freshened before - how long did she milk before and how much did she produce? If she has kidded in the past did she have any trouble?
Pregnant Doe: I do not buy or sell bred does because the stress of moving can be in invitation for disaster. If you do buy a pregnant doe, get one that is no further than 2 months into gestation. Moving a doe 3 months and later in gestation can induce an abortion. Make sure you get a due date/breeding date for the doe and a full health record. If she has kidded before ask about previous kidding problems. If the doe is registered make sure you get the appropriate service memo to register the kids.


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…continued from Unforgiven VI
She didn't resist as his lips claimed hers. They were soft and warm. The kiss stripped her of her resolve, her confidence and the years melted away; once again she was twenty-two and putty in his hands. Oh Lord.
This is it. What she'd missed…
Stop it Eth! This is not you!
He's married!
That particular thought seemed to bring her back to her senses and she pulled away violently and raised her hand to hit him. This time he caught her in time. He gripped her hands firmly.
"Don't pretend this was all me, Thelia," he breathed down her neck. "You wanted it as much as I did."
"You tricked me!" she yelled.
"Tell me you didn't enjoy that. That you haven't missed it, missed us."
She couldn't look at him; her face was awash with shame.
Arrogant bastard. Lord, no. I've disappointed you.
"Ethel…" he held on to her hand.
She didn't reply instead she withdrew her hand and began fumbling in her purse for her house keys, willing away the tears that were threatening to pour.
"Ethel please, just one last time," he pleaded, "I've missed you so much."
"Listen to me, Charles. I might have said you…you were like a drug in my system but…even drug addicts get cured. And I am cured, so get the hell out of my life." With that she found her keys and stumbled into her apartment with her last shred of dignity, banging the door firmly behind her.
No! No! No!
How had this happened? She sank to her knees, sobbing.
I'm so sorry Lord. I disappointed you.
"Ethel please let me in. Let's talk," he obviously wasn't taking no for an answer.
Her body heaved in sobs. This couldn't be happening. She'd promised herself that nothing would happen.
And then she'd let him kiss her!
You weren't so immobile yourself, madam.
This dinner was a bad idea. She should've known that from the start. She wasn't ready to face Charles again.
You haven't changed one bit, Thelia. Beneath all the churchiness, you're still the adventurous bad girl.
The voices were back; the accusing ones and the soothing ones.
"I'm leaving Thelia, but I'll be back," he'd obviously given up.
Why? Why won't he let her be? He'd left her once. Why had he returned to make her life miserable?
For the first time in a long time, Ethel was distracted during service that evening. First, she hadn't spoken to Amaka all day in school, not because she hadn't wanted to but because she was too ashamed to. Her actions of the previous day still hung over her head, accusing her. And it seemed Amaka was pissed at her too because she said nothing to her beyond exchanging pleasantries.
Teaching the students had done little in lifting her dark mood. Until she got a call from her mother that afternoon. Since she'd turned sixteen, her conversations with her mother had reduced to monosyllables.
"Hello ma,"
"Eno, how are you?" whenever Mum used her name at all, it was her native name.
"Fine." Nothing else, just fine. Anything else would be weird. Ethel pretended she wasn't interested in her mum's life because she was afraid what she'd find out.
"Eh…I'm in Abuja. I came in yesterday and I…I wanted to…er…tell you," she stammered.
"Okay. Thanks for telling me," Ethel hesitated. "And welcome to Abuja."
"Thank you."
There was awkward silence from both ends of the line. It was always like this, they had nothing to say to each other.
"Ma, I have to…"
"Come and see me please…I…"
Oh please don't say you miss me.
"I'm…alone," she completed.
What does that mean, Mum? You're with no male guest?
"I'm busy Mum. Maybe one of these days when I'm free. Bye for now," Ethel knew she sounded cold but what was she to do? Her relationship with her mother had been damaged a long time ago; her loathing for the woman she called mum had grown as she grew older. Could it be fixed now?
She hung up feeling as she always did after speaking to her mum. Choked. It seemed like her chest would burst with the bitterness she felt.
She blamed her for everything that had gone wrong in her life. Especially Charles. Maybe if her mum had taught her that love was something to embrace rather than run from, she wouldn't have gotten involved with Charles.
Thus was her mood when she got to church later that evening. It seemed as though fate had ganged up on her to make her life miserable again.
She came to church intending to bury her pain and guilt and just as she was beginning to feel better, halfway during Pastor Tim's sermon, she felt it. The charge. The feeling that someone was watching her closely. Too closely.
She turned and searched the seated crowd with her eyes. At first she didn't see him. Until she did a second sweep with her eyes.
He was there, seated at the back between two men, grinning at her and looking incredibly ravishing. Her pulse quickened as she turned away.
It was Charles.
How on earth was she expected to concentrate on Pastor Tim's sermon now knowing that Charles was somewhere behind her? And she was sure everyone would know from one look at her, that she'd kissed him the previous day! And what about Pastor Tim? What if the Holy Spirit tells him what she did? Yes, He was capable of that. After all, He'd told Peter what Ananias and Sapphira had done.
Oh Lord no.
And yet the memory of the kiss seemed to be burned in her head. It completely blocked out the on-going sermon and instead ignited her carnal thoughts.
Father forgive me, for I know not what…
"…shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? God forbid!" Pastor Tim's voice reverberated.
A drug in my system. A drug in my system I can't get rid of…
"…brethren, your body is the temple of God."
Crazy, you're going crazy Ethel. Stop thinking about that man, dammit!
But she couldn't. Her head was abuzz with sensuous memories. Memories of the past she chose never to speak about.
"Sister Ethel," the voice, an urgent whisper brought her back to the present.
She looked up, into the face of her assistant Welfare director- Mrs Ohaneze.
"Service is almost over, should I serve Pastor's drinks?" she asked.
Service? Almost over? She blinked.
"Yes, yes, yes please do. Thank you," her smile was polite but apprehensive. Service was almost over, she had to make a run for it as soon as the benediction was shared. The last thing she needed now was another confrontation with Charles.
Of course, she wasn't to be that lucky because as soon as service ended and she began making her way to the exit, someone tugged at her arm.
"Siss…sterr Ethel, not so fast," the mockery in his voice was evident.
Ethel froze. There was no escaping now. She turned, imagining that she'd already gone several shades of red with embarrassment.
"Leave me alone," she said in an urgent whisper, "don't tell me you came to church for a booty call."
"Only your booty interests me Thelia," he grinned, "what do you say we get out of here and finish what we started yesterday?"
Ethel's hand flew to her mouth in surprise. She sneaked a quick look around, hoping that no one had heard their conversation. Lord, this was a nightmare! Charles was becoming a pain in the butt.
"You should go and see Pastor, your soul needs salvation. Honestly I wonder how you two are brothers," she glared at him.
He tilted his head back and laughed, he was obviously enjoying her discomfort.
"Step-brothers, actually. Perhaps we should take this conversation elsewhere, Thelia."
"Yes. Absolutely. Let's take it back to the hotel where you and your wife are staying!!" she hissed at him.
He froze for a split second giving room for Ethel's savior to show up. Amaka.
"Hey Eth, what's up?" Amaka slid in smoothly beside Ethel, placing a hand on her shoulder.
"Who's this? A new brother in church? Hello brother, my name is Amaka," she held out her hand with a smile.
Charles looked at Amaka, exasperated and had no choice but to stretch out his hands to accept hers.
"This is Charles. Charles Umoh," Ethel said, her eyes lowered, wondering if Amaka would make the connection.
"Interesting," apparently she had.
Ethel bit her lower lip in nervously. Her life as she knew it had just come crumbling and it was up to her to face the consequences.
"You know what? We need to talk Eth so I'll just wait here while you say goodbye to Brother Charles here, okay?" there was an emphasis on the 'brother'.
Ethel was visibly trembling as she nodded. Amaka wanted to talk to her! She wasn't sure if she could face her. Especially not now.
She glanced at her friend and the stern look on her face told her she meant business this time. Quickly she turned to Charles and beckoned him to follow her.
Her nervousness caused her to be clumsy and her purse fell to the ground and spilled open, scattering its contents.
"Crap," she murmured as she bent to pick it. Could this day get any worse?
"I'll do it. You go on," Amaka offered.
She needed Charles far away as fast as possible so she smiled gratefully at Amaka and walked Charles to the door.
"How did you know about my…wife?"
"The same way she knew about me. You're a shameless liar. Don't come looking for me again," with that she left him staring agape after her.
When she returned to Amaka she immediately knew something was wrong. Perhaps she was still angry.
"Thank you Amy but I have to go home. I've got an early day tomorrow," she spoke fast, hoping Amaka would ask no questions.
"We have to talk," Amaka replied in a grave voice.
"Not tonight please,"
"Yes, tonight," she waved an envelope in front of her, "about this."
It was the envelope Charles' wife had given her the previous day. She'd forgotten it in her purse!
She snatched it from Amaka's hand and tucked it away. "You had no right to pry."
There was no apology as Amaka asked, "have you ever had an abortion?"
"I think we are going to have that talk after all. Now."
To be continued next week…
By Mimi Adebayo


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Gilead Sciences (NASDAQ:GILD) has had a massively successful run with its hepatitis C cures Sovaldi and Harvoni, and the more I look at the market size and the company's treatment strategy, the more I become convinced this business has plenty of room to run with hep C. Even though Gilead is treating a massive number of patients -- 600,000 total to date -- and making a massive amount of money -- $26.8 billion in two years -- it's only scratched the surface of the overall hepatitis C market, which is estimated to comprise 185 million people. And although the vast majority of those people live in places where treatment will be more difficult and also less profitable (like South America, Asia, and Africa -- Sovaldi sells for $900 in Egypt, for example, and $84,000 in the U.S.), there's still plenty of room to run in developed, profit-friendly markets.
Let's look at an example.
Europe for the long haul
Europe looks like a nice long-term opportunity for Gilead. Gilead's Vice President Paul Carter noted on the most recent earnings call, "Looking ahead in Europe, we anticipate that our HCV revenues will be constrained by country-specific budgets rather than the number of patients in need of treatment." (This and other quotes courtesy of S&P Capital IQ.)
Put another way, countries will allocate some money each year to hepatitis C, and the remainder of potential patients will have to wait for future years. This means Gilead should be able to count on consistent revenue from Europe for years to come -- and indeed, Carter noted that Germany is already stabilizing, with Gilead "seeing a lower but more predictable and consistent level of patient starts."
Since the start of 2015, 80,000 Europeans have started on a Gilead hepatitis C drug, generating nearly $3 billion in revenue for the company. Add that 80,000 to the 32,000 hep C patient starts Gilead reported for Europe in 2014 and you see that Gilead has treated 112,000 people in Europe -- out of an estimated 9.3 million Europeans with the disease, according to Gilead's estimates.
Meanwhile, Austria and Sweden recently expanded approved use for Gilead drugs, and Poland and the Netherlands opened access for the first time during last quarter. Bottom line, Europe looks like a nice long-term market for Gilead, and with only 1.3% of the estimated infected population treated with Sovaldi/Harvoni thus far, it should deliver solid returns for a long time yet.
Curing the masses
Gilead estimates that the U.S. has roughly 4 million hepatitis C patients -- and Gilead has treated less than 10% of them so far (333,000). Gilead has only just begun selling Sovaldi (approved in March 2015) and Harvoni (approved in July 2015) in Japan, which has a patient population of about 1.1 million -- and last quarter earned $454 million from that market. And even though the rest of the world isn't as profit-friendly for Gilead, it's still brought in about $900 million since inception, with 156,000 people treated so far. Basically, Gilead has a big patient population it can pursue for years to come around the world -- and that's great news both for health advocates and for shareholders.
A potential fly in the ointment?
Of course, the key to this thesis is the belief that Gilead's drugs are and will remain best-in-class, and will able to continue vacuuming up a massive percentage of the market (currently, Gilead has roughly 90% market share in the United States). AbbVie's (NYSE:ABBV) competing treatment Viekira Pak has tanked so far, bringing in $467 million last quarter (compared to about $4.8 billion for Harvoni and Sovaldi). That's in large part because Viekira Pak requires four-to-six pills per day (depending on use of ribavirin with AbbVie's drug) compared to Sovaldi/Harvoni's one pill, although the FDA's recent warning about Viekira Pak probably doesn't help matters any.
But there's more to come and Gilead will undoubtedly eventually start bleeding market share. AbbVie anticipates that it will begin selling a new hepatitis C combo in 2017, which will be a once-daily pill that doesn't require ribavirin. Merck's (NYSE:MRK) grazoprevir/elbasvir, which posted strong results in a series of phase 3 trials earlier last year (90%-plus cure rates) is scheduled for an FDA decision next January. Interestingly, Merck management has signaled that it doesn't plan to compete on price with Gilead -- indicating that the company may intend to price similarly to Harvoni (which runs a list price over $90,000). Merck also has a next-generation combination in trials, so there's something to watch longer term.
Of course, Gilead also has a next-generation combination in trials that should help shorten treatment duration to eight weeks (currently it's 12 weeks for most patients). Phase 2 data presented at the AASLD Liver Meeting in San Francisco earlier this week showed this new combination to be very effective at curing difficult-to-treat populations in eight weeks, although the data set is small and will be confirmed with larger phase 3 trials. And at the end of the day, since Merck has implied it doesn't plan to compete on price -- and since AbbVie's Viekira Pak appears to be the worse drug -- I don't see any reason for cash-conscious payers like the European countries to push their citizens toward a competitor, thereby preserving Gilead's first-mover advantage across the pond.
Competition's going to increase, but Gilead is ready for it.
Here's the real kicker
Even if I'm wrong -- even if Gilead gets hosed on market share at some point by somebody -- this is a big patient population with a need for the functional cures these companies are providing. This isn't a winner-takes-all game: This massive market can probably support more than one winner. With that in mind, I think the safe money's still on Gilead.


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The Asian Hockey Federation (AHF) is set to go through a 'constitutional' makeover. The regional hockey body will consider limiting the tenure of the AHF president to three terms. The same is expected to be discussed at Asian Hockey Federation's annual general meeting (AGM) in Kuala Lumpur on August 31.
It may be noted that Asian Hockey Federation secretary general Tan Sri P. Alagendra, who is currently serving as its acting president following the sad demise of Sultan Azlan Shah last month, is likely to move forward towards reviewing the constitution at its upcoming AGM.
The AHF president's term is for four years. It may be mentioned here that late Sultan Azlan Shah was AHF president since 1994.
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by Nick Adams (@n1ck_adams)
After making their on-record debut last year, Spencer Radcliffe & Everyone Else return with If I Knew How, a 16-minute EP of re-recorded songs from Radcliffe's past solo work. Immediately following tracking for 2017's Enjoy the Great Outdoors, the band gave new life and a fuller sound to these live favorites, some of which had been officially scrubbed from Radcliffe's Bandcamp page (but can be found on YouTube). These lost songs, from 2013's Wet Pink Construction Paper Mask ("I Remember") and 2014's Keeper ("Tina," "Pasture"), make up half of the six-song release. The other selections include the title track from Brown Horse, his 2014 split with R.L. Kelly, and two songs from the first Spencer Radcliffe album, Looking In, released in 2015 ("Relief," "Parent"). The new recordings serve as a guide to how Radcliffe's music has evolved during the past few years.
It makes sense why Radcliffe would choose to revisit his past work. The older tracks are very much the product of solitude—a single guitar carries the bulk of the instrumentation, drums are sparse, vocals are double tracked and pitched up. Even his proper debut album, Looking In, was made on his own time and budget before getting picked up by Run For Cover. The skeletal production of his solo releases presents a blank canvas on which a full band can color in the gaps. With the Everyone Else full-length under his belt and a robust supporting cast, Radcliffe is able to cast his past ideas through a new lens; feelings that previously seemed lonely now present as self-assured.
The primary change on If I Knew How is the increase in resources—a cellist, a Rhodes pianist, a full-time drummer among them. The arrangements are grander, and more grounded in a uniform sound. Gone is the droning, the static buzz, the sporadic bleeps and whirrs, the squeaks of guitar strings. The songs on If I Knew How would sound more disparate in their previous incarnations than they do played anew on the EP, which bustles with the energy of a cohesive live set. The band is able to create affecting climaxes without fast tempos, and Radcliffe's singing carries weight without him raising his voice. The collaboration has moved Radcliffe's sound from lo-fi bedroom recordings to that of an earthy, mellow jam band, characterized by an acidic tilt and controlled cacophony.
Radcliffe grew relatively more verbose on Enjoy the Great Outdoors, with longer songs and more tangible lyrics, often telling stories beyond the abstract sketches of his older work. Now, returning to these short vignettes, he has taken the chance to modify his vocal delivery with a firm confidence. On "Tina," the narrator's regret was previously sung with uneasiness—especially in the closing line, "She walked out and we never said goodbye"—but the perspective has shifted to become matter-of-fact, a natural progression for an old song and old feelings. A handful of the re-recorded tracks feature the type of outdoor imagery that Radcliffe has continued to explore in his recent songwriting. He wants to ride a horse to new lands. He watches the wind blow through the leaves. He even sees himself as a part of the surrounding nature—on "Pasture," he sings from the perspective of the grass.
The EP closes with "I Remember," known in 2013 as "I Remember a Porcelain Face," a track that drones with haunting serenity. In 2018, the song bursts with warmth from the onset. Though Radcliffe's voice isn't as dynamic as his band, he still conveys a more conclusive and celebratory tone than he did five years ago. The new recordings haven't rendered their predecessors obsolete; in fact, the solo material remains valuable because it's so different. If I Knew How shows how music can expand with maturity, perspective, and collaboration.


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You know when you meet a couple that you just feel like you have known forever? That was Alison and Miles, I felt as though I was meeting friends to casually take their engagement pictures. They came all the way from Gainesville FL to meet me at the beautiful Rollins College for their session. Alison and Miles have know each other since high school but didn't start dating until after graduation. They were friends first and it grew into something more - which I totally love!
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By Claudia Tergis
Home staging, i.e. preparing your home for sale with a home staging expert, has become very popular. And that very popularity has led to it becoming a necessity to compete in the marketplace.
Home staging is like a carefully balanced scale. You have to know the exact midpoint that balances the artistic execution of the design concept against showcasing the property.
A little too much weight on one or the other side, and it can all go dreadfully wrong –too much glam or a lack thereof can lead to it all undermining the sale of the property.
Here are a few examples of home staging gone wrong:
1. Totally Over the Top
This is the property where the stylist clearly forgot that the staging should play second fiddle. While the approach of the design is glamorous, it is so over styled that the consumer does not see the house underneath all of the decor. Since most of us do not live in a glamour shot home but in a space surrounded by the things that make us happy and comfortable, this design concept clearly misses the mark–it makes the buyer feel disconnected. While they may be awed by the design, they do not get the all-important "welcome home" message.
Another approach is the complete opposite of the over styled property.
2. Tag Sale Staging
While you can certainly find treasures at tag sales, in your grandmother's dusty attic or even consignment shops, a design concept that is solely based on this kind of furnishings can go terribly awry.
Placing the wrong pieces of furniture in a house does not do the property any justice.
And believe me, in my 15 years of real-estate I have seen it all: patio furniture set up in the formal living room, antiquated furniture way past its expiration date, pillows on sofas to hide stains and torn fabric, mattresses on the floor, furniture that is either way too big or small for the space, etc.
These are all simple mistakes that can easily be avoided by hiring a more knowledgeable and experienced stager.
3. Matchy-Matchy Staging
This is, undoubtedly, a very uninspiring design concept.
Clearly here the designer just bought room packages and placed the furnishings in a room without any thought or love. This staging ignores the fact that a little bit of eclecticism is great, and that uniqueness ultimately brings a near palpable sense of excitement into the design. A few touches of color, some unique decor items, and hand-selected pieces create the appropriate palette for a stylish, memorable home.
4. Pre Boxed Staging
Not unlike department store displays that showcase a product uniformly from store to store, these are staging's where the stylist moves his/her inventory from house A to house B without freshening up the pieces. Instead, after each staging the pieces are re-boxed, labeled as bedroom, kitchen, etc, and brought back to the warehouse until needed at the next property.
The Solutions
So what should you do as the consumer?
First, I always recommend checking out your home stager's web site.
Ask yourself: do the pictures of the homes look strikingly similar? If so, your house is not going to stand out from the competition, leaving potential buyers without any visual clues to support purchasing your home.
Secondly, I recommend you find out what other realtors or clients have to say about them.
Thirdly, ask yourself: do they showcase the architectural features of the home, or do you feel like you're looking at the luxury pages of a home magazine and the property took the backseat?
Fourth, did the stager treat the property as an individual case? Are the furniture and accessories fresh and not carried over from photo to photo on their web site?
It is completely understandable that a home stager will want to use their inventory, as they have all sorts of carrying costs. However, their inventory, warehouse, insurance bills, and other expenses should not reflect on the design you pay for.
Thus, ask them about their resources.
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Things to do
Alpine Road Reserve in Seacombe Heights is a neighbourhood playground that is scheduled in the Playground Framework to be upgraded.
Project Timescales
2018/2019 Financial Year | Design and consultation
2019/2020 Financial Year | Construction
It offers a multistation, swings, see saw, monkey bars, 3 on 3 basketball and a grassed lawn area which is perfect for family activities such as kicking a ball, playing 'chasie', or flying a kite.
Mostyn RoadView park
Waratah SquareView park
Ramsay AvenueView park
Tuesday 17 Jul 2018
Parks and Playgrounds Newsletter for June 2018.


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Wrd and another poster on tef pretty much saying it's a matter of time or more importantly once we offer the correct amount he will be here
I'm still a little confused as to why it's taken roughly 3 weeks? If Moshiri is willing to blow 8 million+ on him you'd think he's pretty high on his hit list so why the delay in approaching. Personally id rather say to Tuchel that we'd give him an 8 million signing on fee and basic wage of 6 mill per year like Koeman was on than give Watford it for Silva, but I'll just be glad to get something sorted.
I'd say he's achieved what would have been expected prior to his appointments, with the exception of Estoril where he seemed to get them overachieving. Good results at Sporting Lisbon and Olympiacos, but nothing extraordinary considering their standing in their respective leagues. Hull and Watford, again, nothing earth-shattering.That's not disrespecting his achievements, there haven't been any embarrassments and he's done pretty well overall. But he hasn't really stuck around anywhere, even less than Mourinho in fact, which is why I'd consider him a flavour of the month - his stock is definitely high after Hull and getting Watford to 9th. And I think you can say the PL is a different prospect to other leagues without it being disrespectful.
His achievements are not as high as Koemans
Watford deny Everton a Silva liningEverton have reportedly had an approach to speak to Watford boss Marco Silva rebuffed by the nearly-in-London side.Source: Watford deny Everton a Silva lining
Sick of the negativity on here at the moment.
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'Tinker Bell Cottage' - Stunning views from this newly built vacation home! With over 300' of frontage, and 14 acres of land, this property provides excellent privacy, hiking and walking trails, and access to nature that is truly unique. The cottage has wood floors, vaulted living room ceilings, a wall of windows overlooking the deck and lake and is very comfortably furnished and finished. The master bedroom also has a walk out to the deck and views of the lake. The cottage is elevated from the waterfront - and may not be suitable for persons with mobility concerns. Located approx. 15 minutes from Parry Sound.
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Bedrooms & bathrooms
There are two bedrooms on the main floor - the master has a king bed, queen pull out couch and walk out to the deck, the second has a queen. There is a loft overlooking the living room with a king bed (Bed configuration not shown in current photos). There is one three piece bathroom (shower, toilet & sink) on the main floor.
- Pillows
- Blankets
- Bed Linens
- Bath Linens
- Linen Service is included.
- End-of-stay cleaning service included in rate.
All new appliances in the kitchen - fridge/freezer , stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher. Laundry. Woodstove fireplace in living room. 42" tv, DVD in loft. Large walk out deck, patio furniture, gas bbq. Dock (2), canoes (2), kayak. Campfire.
- Television
- Sat/Cable
- Telephone
- WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Firewood
- Clothes Washer
- Clothes Dryer
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Linens
- Deck/Patio
- Outdoor Furniture
- Chaise Lounge
- Hammock
- Screened Porch
- Campfire Pit
- Camp Firewood
- Gas/Propane BBQ
Waterfront & Swimming
Approx. 350' of natural rocky shoreline, with clean, deep water swimming from the dock. There is a second dock further along the shoreline for docking larger boats (accessed by somewhat rugged pathway). The waterfront is accessed by 22 terraced and 90 wood steps plus pathway - which is a bit rugged in places.
- Waterfront
- Dock
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Adult Life Jackets
- Boat Launch on Lake
- Marina on Lake
Conditions of Rental
Approx. 230 km from Toronto
27 km to Parry Sound
23 km to Parry Sound Heath Centre Foundation
27 km to Parry Sound
23 km to Parry Sound Heath Centre Foundation
Guest Comments
"The whole cottage and surrounding area were gorgeous. The property was so secluded and very up to date."
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First thing we've started looking into during Programming A to Z class was
regular expressions. I haven't done anything with them before, so it's a nice new way to look at code from a bit different perspective.
For the first homework we had to do a simple word mashup exercise. My inspiration was a game I used to play with my mom and my sister many years ago. We had a secret language, where in front of every word we would add a prefix
ver and say it so fast, that even we would get lost at most times.
The below exercise is a simple example of how it might work in a written form.
See code running: https://rutaitp.github.io/week2/


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IKEA Children's Beds
Published on 2015-10-23 19:15:56. by
Everybody knows that the bed is the most vital focal point of the bedroom and it also happens in the kids' room. The way you choose the bed for the kids might be a bit different compared to the adults' bed. We are not only talking about the style and design, but also safety and comfort as well.
You might see loads of best bed for the kids, such as IKEA children's beds, but finding one might be a whole different problem to deal with right at the moment. It is important for you to wisely choose the place where your kids could comfortably sleep at night while also pay serious attention in the way it gives space for the kids to play. The IKEA children's beds might be your best bet, but it is better to see other possibilities before you pick the one to install in the kids' room. So, what are you going to do then?
The very first step you need to take by the time you are thinking about going down to the market and start buying the best bed for the kids room is all about the interest your kids are having. What I mean here is how you ask the kids to participate in finding the right bed for them. You could nicely ask what they love about the bed, what the color of the bed, the pattern, and everything about the bed. It also is possible for you to take the kids to the furniture store to help you find the right bed for them anyway.
The personal liking is vital, but you also have to pay attention in the way you are choosing the right bed for the kids. Well, bunk beds are the most popular choice a lot of parents choose these day. The bunk beds could help you save more space for the kids to play.


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Visualizing huge numbers can be very difficult. People regularly talk about millions of miles, billions of bytes, or trillions of dollars, yet it's still hard to grasp just how much a "billion" really is. The MegaPenny Project aims to help by taking one small everyday item, the U.S. penny, and building on that to answer the question: "What would a billion (or a trillion) pennies look like?"
All the following pages have tables at the bottom, listing things such as the value of the pennies, size of the pile, weight, and area (if laid flat). All weights and measurements are U.S. standards, not metric.
that's a lot of pennies
more RIAA comedy
By Andrew Orlowski in San Francisco
"Perhaps the truth is less interesting than the facts?" asked Amy Weiss, the RIAA's Senior Vice President of Communications recently in this email to The Register.
It's a question which has baffled many of our readers, and us too. Perhaps it's a kind of Zen koan, which needs to be repeated many times before making sense. If so, we can't report any success.
But the RIAA seems to be having a few problems with the facts itself.
Yesterday it issued a press release announcing a piracy bust in New York which unearthed 421 CD-R burners.
Only there weren't 421 burners, but "the equivalent of 421 burners."
In fact, there were just 156. How did the RIAA account for this discrepancy?
"There were only 156 actual burners, but some run at very high speeds: some as high as 40x. This is well above the average speed," was the official line yesterday.
patent granted on faster-than-light communication
The present invention has discovered the apparent existence of a new dimension capable of acting as a medium for RE signals. Initial benefits of penetrating this new dimension include sending RF signals faster than the speed of light, extending the effective distance of RF transmitters at the same power radiated, penetrating known RF shielding devices, and accelerating plant growth exposed to the by-product energy of the RF transmissions.
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this is what the devil does
no, really!
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New Delhi: A day after Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament that the details of the deal with France for the Rafale fighter jets cannot be disclosed as per the inter-governmental agreement as it is 'classified information', Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday questioned Defence Minister's stand.
"The Defence Minister says that we will not reveal the amount paid for buying Rafael aircrafts. What does this mean? This only means there is a scam," he said.
The Defence Minister says that we will not reveal the amount paid for buying #Rafael aircrafts. What does this mean? This only means there is a scam. Modi ji personally went to Paris, he changed the deal. The whole country knows it: Congress President Rahul Gandhi pic.twitter.com/C81lszYE9g
— ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2018
Rahul also tweeted saying:
Top Secret
(Not for Distribution)
RM says the price negotiated for each RAFALE jet by the PM and his "reliable" buddy is a state secret.
Action Points
1.Informing Parliament about the price is a national security threat
2.Brand all who ask, Anti National#TheGreatRafaleMystery
— Office of RG (@OfficeOfRG) February 6, 2018
On Monday, Sitharaman`s response, in a written reply, came to a question by Samajwadi Party Rajya Sabha member Naresh Agrawal seeking to know why the government was not disclosing details of the deal in which Congress has alleged that the price of the fighter jets being paid by the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government is higher than what was finalised by the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government in a previous deal.
"As per Article 10 of the inter-governmental agreement between governments of India and France on the purchase of Rafale aircraft, the protection of the classified information and material exchanged under IGA is governed by the provisions of the Security Agreement signed between Government of France and Government of India in 2008," she had said, IANS reported.
In response to a question whether a private sector company was included in the deal, Sitharaman said that neither any public sector undertaking nor private sector industry was included in the agreement.
The Congress has alleged that there are irregularities in the deal for buying 36 Rafale fighter jets off-shelf from France, claiming that they were being bought at a price higher than negotiated in the previous multi-role combat aircraft (MMRCA) deal under which 126 fighter jets were to be bought, and included a number of fighters being assembled in India.
Sitharaman has in past said that the allegations are motivated and baseless, and the price that the Narendra Modi led government has finalised is lesser than the earlier deal.
Leaders of the Congress and some other Opposition parties had also sought a disclosure of price being paid in the present deal.
Also Read - IAF's Ambala airbase gets ready for Rafale fighters
In order to replace the existing MiG-21 aircraft, a case to procure 126 Mirage-2000 aircraft was initiated in the year 2000, which was later converted to a procurement of 126 MMRCAs. A Request For Proposal (RFP) was issued in 2007, wherein six vendors had responded. On completion of Field Evaluation Trials, only two out of the six vendors were found to be fully compliant. Commercial proposals of both vendors EADS and Dassault Aviation were opened and negotiations were commenced with Dassault as the L1 vendor in November 2011.
The RFP was formally withdrawn on June 24, 2015.
India and France signed the inter-government agreement for buying 36 Rafale fighters, off the shelf, on September 23, 2016, following long negotiations on the deal, agreed upon during Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s visit to France in April 2015.
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ABA, along with 14 other industry groups representing most sectors of the domestic economy, filed a joint amici curiae brief July 31st challenging the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) hours of service (HOS) final rules. Portions of this rule will slow productivity, hurt jobs and have a negative impact on agriculture, manufacturers, retail supply chains and distribution operations, the HOS coalition stated.
ABA has taken a strong stand on the HOS regulations since the rulemaking process began in 2003 due to anticipated widespread negative impact on the baking industry including increasing the cost of transporting and delivering fresh baked goods.
The brief argues that the FMCSA failed to consider any costs on shippers, receivers or transportation intermediaries when evaluating changes to the rule. The coalition group also opposed a challenge lodged by Public Citizen and defended the FMCSA's decision to maintain the 14-hour driving window and the 11-hour daily driving provision.
The groups stressed that the hours of service rules currently in place have served the public well and have created a regulatory framework for shippers and motor carriers which has improved safety over the past decade.


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Working big, Working small
Some may enjoy working big, others may like to work small. I think there is value in both. I used to always work small. I made small drawings and was too scared to work big. My fear in working big came from the worry of making a mistake, because if I made a mistake it wasn't small, it was right there staring me in the face. That is when I realized I need to create on a larger scale at times, to lose the fear of perfection and to fall more in love with the process of creating.
The drawing above is 6' by 3'. It is abstract and the first large scale drawing I have ever done. I had no clue what it would become. I still can not tell you what it is. Every time I look at it I see something new. However, this drawing always reminds me of the freedom in creating and that it is ok to not know what the final product will be. This may be obvious to some artists, but for me it was a learning experience.
2" by 3" pen sketch
Then there is the value in working small. When I have limited windows of time, I will do a sketch just to keep drawing like the one above. Being able to draw out an idea or image can work quickly for a small sketch. At other times it is just enjoyable to work small. I can appreciate these types of drawings because they are simpler.
So try working small if you always work big, or work big if you only do small. Try them all and be free to create.


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Andrew Kow's approach towards photography is surreal and artistic. When he has an idea that can't achieve directly in camera he will create the image with the help of Photoshop, shooting all live elements by himself if possible, without using any computer generated images.
Andrew Kow is a photography enthusiast since high school with his first point and shoot digital camera. When he was a kid in 90s always fascinated about computer game and graphics. After high school, he studied and majored in 3D Animation at college, from there he learnt about art and design. Now with his nearly 10 years of compositing experience in the advertising industry, he is not only making a living from it but also doing off-work photography in personal life as a passion. His creativity mostly comes from his daily life experience and surrounding circumstances.
Check out his website to stay up to date with his work.


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The New Hope Foundation in China cares for babies with acute medical and special needs who have been orphaned. The babies all come from private or government-run Children's Welfare Institutes from all over China. The Hope Healing Home can accommodate up to 54 babies.
Dr. Joyce Hill and her husband, Robin, have a vision to help the local Chinese Children's Welfare Institutes in the work that they do to care for this particularly vulnerable population of children. The Hills' vision is to meet the very specific needs of very young babies who are at risk or are in need of surgical resources that would not otherwise be available to them. These babies are cared for and treated with the same care and concern they would give their own children.
Once you have made your donation through Show Hope, please send the New Hope staff an e-mail about your decision to give. Details you would like to communicate about your donation amount or the specific need you wish to meet through your funding (i.e. sponsoring a child) should be sent directly to firstname.lastname@example.com.
All donations are in US Dollar (USD $).