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Our Services
An annual exam is an integral part of preventive healthcare. We believe that health maintenance and preventive care is an important part of your overall health; from contraception to hormone changes to cancer detection and prevention. We appreciate you entrusting your healthcare to us! Our goal is to reduce the anxiety often associated with annual exams. We train each of our employees to serve you with compassion, the utmost rigor in the standards of care, the latest technology, and the gentlest protocols.
We offer comprehensive obstetric services, including care for complicated "High-risk" obstetrics. We value each of our patients as individuals and seek to meet your unique goals in pregnancy, labor and delivery. Our intimate office has dedicated staff and your dedicated physician will see you for all your designated appointments.You are more than a chart. We pride our office in a philosophy of no unnecessary treatment; you are an active participant in the decisions surrounding your healthy baby.
In the field of obstetrics, an ultrasound(a.k.a. sonogram) is the use of high-frequency sound waves to visualize the fetus, placenta and other pelvic structures on a monitor screen. The patient can also view these images during the examination.
The results are very helpful in determining the health of the pregnancy, mother, and baby. Some of the information that can be gathered during an ultrasound are the age of the fetus, rate of growth, fetal position, number of fetuses, and detection of some birth defects. Depending on the progress of the pregnancy, the baby's sex can be determined.
Please discuss scheduling this procedure with your practitioner.
In the area of gynecology, ultrasounds can be useful in examining pelvic organs and the breasts.
Vaginal birth is the natural delivery of the baby through the birth canal and vagina. It usually begins when the mother has labored until the cervix has dilated 10 centimeters.
During the labor process, women may experience stress, discomfort, and even pain. Depending on the birthing plan agreed upon by the woman and her practitioner, medication or other treatment may be applied to ease the situation.
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery (VBAC) is the vaginal birth of a baby after a woman has already had a cesarean delivery of a previous baby. There are several advantages in attempting a VBAC: no abdominal surgery and faster recovery resulting in shorter hospital stays.
Several factors( small pelvis, baby's health ) will determine whether a VBAC is a good choice for you. Please consult with your physician to discuss these factors and the best delivery solution for your baby.
Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy.
Between 26 and 28 weeks of pregnancy, all patients are asked to take a screening test for gestational diabetes. This is because gestational diabetes may be harmful to the baby, but otherwise undetectable, and without symptoms. This test involves checking your blood glucose (sugar) level exactly one hour after drinking a measured amount of glucose that we supply on the visit PRIOR to the actual test.
The night before your appointment, please eat a good meal, which should include protein (meat, fish, or poultry, for example), starches, fruit or vegetables, and dessert.
On the day of your appointment, eat regular meals before coming to the office. Please have NOTHING BY MOUTH EXCEPT WATER for 4 hours before you drink glucose, and while waiting to have the blood test drawn.
Please drink the glucose 30 MINUTES before your appointment time, and drink it in 5 minutes or less. You will be drinking THE ENTIRE 10-ounce bottle given to you, unless instructed differently.
Please note the time that you began drinking so that we know when to draw the blood. Be sure to tell the receptionist upon arrival that your glucose test is being done, so we'll know to draw the blood at the right time. If it gets to be one hour after you drank the glucose, and you've not had blood taken, please remind us that blood is due to be drawn.
Most pregnant women pass this screening test, and, if so, no further testing for diabetes need be done. People who do not pass will need to take a second, more extensive test.
Insurance should not contribute to this challenge- we work tirelessly to consult with them after pinpointing an individualized diagnostic plan. Our expert focus on accurately outlining the causes of your infertility helps you get pregnant while avoiding unnecessary or expensive treatments. After diagnosing what may be delaying or preventing your pregnancy, the one or many of the following treatments may be a good fit:
Change isn't always comfortable but it can be mastered. Our reputation for managing this natural phase of women's health is something our providers are well-known for here in South Florida. We offer preventative health, hormone expertise (including bio-identical options), careful screenings, ultrasounds, vaccinations, diagnoses, and aesthetic services for this population. We also provide you with expertise in bone health, breast care, incontinence, libido changes, weight and nutrition management, and depression management.
How do I get a prescription refill?
Most prescription refills can be completed at the time of your visit. If you need to refill a prescription between office visits, please call our office and allow 24-48 hours for us to submit the information to your pharmacy.
Please allow 3-5 business days for disability insurance forms to be completed.
Do I need a referral?
Many insurance companies require you to obtain a referral from your primary care doctor before seeing a specialist. Please check with your insurance company to see if you need one. If you need a referral, and it is not on file when you check in, we will ask you to sign a financial waiver as a guarantee of payment.
What are your billing policies?
We understand that the cost of medical care can be unexpected. We will do our best to work with you to make payments as reasonable as possible. We will answer all your questions and make sure that you understand everything about your bill.
Q: Do I need to reschedule my pap smear if I have my period?
A: We use the ThinPrep liquid-based pap. You can have a pap smear if you have your period as long as the flow is not very heavy.
Q: How do I know if I have a yeast infection?
A: It is normal to have vaginal discharge and it is normal for it vary throughout the month. Your discharge may be abnormal if it heavier than normal and is associated with persistent itching, burning or a foul odor. If you have these symptoms, please call for an appointment.
Q: What is a Colposcopy?
A: A Colposcopy is a diagnostic tool to determine the cause of abnormalities found in Pap smears. A colposcopy is a visual examination of the cervix, a relatively simple and painless procedure, usually performed in our office. The actual procedure lasts approximately ten to fifteen minutes.
Q: When do I need to start getting mammograms?
A: Women age 40 and older should have mammograms every 1 to 2 years. Women an increased risk of breast cancer should talk with their doctor about whether to have mammograms before age 40.
Please call our office to make an appointment for your 6 week postpartum visit. If you had a c-section, you will need a 2 week postpartum visit as well.
You may take Ibuprofen which is also known as Motrin or Advil. You may take 600 mg every 6 hours (or 800 mg every 8 hours) as needed for discomfort. Ibuprofen is preferable to Percocet because it does not cause sleepiness or constipation and it is non-addictive. Do not take Ibuprofen on an empty stomach. If you need additional pain relief, continue taking Ibuprofen, and add Percocet or Vicodin. You may take 1-2 Percocet or 1-2 Vicodin by mouth every 3-4 hours as needed for moderate to severe pain. Do not take on an empty stomach. These are narcotic medications that may cause sedation and constipation. Both medications are safe while breastfeeding.
Be sure you are actively preventing constipation- Drink at least 64 ounces of fluids per day and eat a diet rich in fiber (whole grains, fruits and vegetables). Colace, Metamucil, and Milk of Magnesia can also be used to prevent or treat constipation; they are over the counter, safe to use while breastfeeding, safe to use together, and can be taken as directed on their bottles. Prenatal Vitamins/Iron Supplements/Birth Control- If you are not breastfeeding, continue taking your prenatal vitamin for 6 weeks. If you are breastfeeding, keep taking your prenatal vitamin for as long as you are breastfeeding.
If you were taking Iron supplements during your pregnancy, continue until your 6 week postpartum visit. If you have postpartum anemia, your doctor will recommend starting Iron supplements. You may take Iron Sulfate (also known as Ferrous Sulfate) 325 mg 1-2 times per day for 6 weeks. Alternatively, you may take Elemental Iron 60 mg once daily for 6 weeks. Both are available over the counter. Birth control options will be discussed at your postpartum visit.
You may feel tired, anxious or sad and you may notice you cry very easily. This is normal and is called "postpartum blues" or "the baby blues". These feelings can begin a few days after delivery and usually disappear in about a week or two. Prolonged sadness may indicate Postpartum Depression. Please call the office to speak with us if you are experiencing prolonged or severe sadness.
Breastfeeding is recommended and encouraged. Littleton Adventist Hospital has lactation consultants available to help with questions. If breastfeeding is not chosen, or discontinued, we recommend using an iron-fortified formula.
May be relieved by ice packs and regular feeding from both breasts. Avoid prolonged feeding sessions and ensure a good latch. Keep your nipples as dry as possible between feedings. Be sure to wear a good support bra and allow the nipples to air dry after feeding. Apply ointment (such as Motherlove's Nipple Cream, bagbalm, cool tea bags, Vaseline and A&D) to any cracks.
Are usually felt as a hard, firm mass without a fever. Gentle massage, hot packs, and frequent feeding from both breasts are the best relief.
Causes a red, warm and painful mass associated with a temperature over 100.4 degrees F. Should this develop, contact our office immediately. The usual treatment is antibiotics and hot packs. Avoid massage, as this can cause the infection to spread. Continue to breastfeed to avoid an abscess.
Can be accomplished at any time. Planning ahead is helpful, beginning with a gradual decrease in the length and number of feedings. Avoid hot showers or any stimulation to the breast area that would encourage milk production. Continue to wear a good support bra, apply ice and bind the breasts tightly. Medication is not recommended to stop breast milk. It is recommended to use ibuprofren to decrease discomfort.
Uterine cramping is normal, especially while breastfeeding. This cramping is how the uterus stops bleeding and returns to its pre-pregnant size. The uterus takes 4-8 weeks to return to its pre-pregnant size.
Postpartum vaginal discharge, also called lochia, usually lasts about 2 to 6 weeks, yet even up to 8 weeks is normal. The color will change from bright red to brownish to tan and will decrease each week. It is normal to occasionally have a heavier gush of blood, especially after breastfeeding or with increased activity. Your bleeding should then return to the amount of flow you had prior to the gush of blood. Normal bleeding is less than a pad per half hour. If you are soaking a large maxi pad (soaked front to back, side to side, through and through) more than every ½ hour, more than once, please call your doctor. Do not use tampons until after your six week postpartum visit. Your period will resume in approximately 6-8 weeks if you are not breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, it is common not to have your period.
A "Sitz Bath" is simply sitting in a tub of warm water for 15 minutes, 2-3 times per day. This will help relieve the discomfort. Tucks pads, Witch Hazel and Lanacaine, may be applied to the external vaginal area as needed. You may also use oral pain medications as described above. Stitches will dissolve in 1-3 weeks. You will be more comfortable if you are not constipated; please follow directions above to prevent/treat constipation.
Sitz baths, as described above, can help alleviate hemorrhoid pain as well. You can also use topical agents such as Motherlove's Rhoid Balm, Tuck pads, Witch Hazel pads, or Preparation H or Preparation HC. Actively prevent constipation.
Rest! Do not do heavy housework or strenuous exercise for two weeks. Walking is the exercise of choice during this time period. If you had a vaginal delivery, and are not taking narcotics, then it is fine to drive. If you had a c-section, do not drive for 1-2 weeks (or longer if you are still taking narcotics). If you had a c-section, then you should avoid heavy lifting for 6 weeks. You may carry your baby in a car seat, but nothing heavier. It is fine to go up and down stairs.
Avoid tampons until your postpartum visit. Do not douche. Generally, we recommend abstaining from intercourse until you are 6 weeks postpartum. However, if you are between 4 and 6 weeks postpartum, you have completely stopped bleeding and your episiotomy is well-healed and non-tender, then it is okay to have protected intercourse.
Reasons to call your provider before your scheduled postpartum visit:
Your contractions should be five minutes apart or less (from the start of one to the start of the next one), about one minute long, for at least one hour. An easy pneumonic for when to call for labor is 5-1-1. Your contractions should be strong enough that you must stop what you are doing, including talking, and breathe through them. If you feel you could sleep through your contractions, you are unlikely to be in labor. If you have a history of rapid labor, please discuss this with your provider at your prenatal visit. When your membranes rupture (water breaks), the fluid will gush or leak. You will not be able to control it. Usually the fluid will run down your leg if you do not have a pad on. Even if you are not having contractions, you should still call the office if your water breaks. If you are unsure if your water has broken, please call us. If the baby is not moving as much as he/she normally moves:


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THE City of Bacolod joined the rest of the world in celebrating the World Radio Day Wednesday, with various activities, including an awards night for outstanding local broadcasters and radio talents on February 27.
Internationally, this is now the 8th year of the World Radio Day celebration and is being spearheaded by Unesco.
In Bacolod, it is now on its fifth edition, with the city government spearheading the celebration, in partnership with the KBP (Kapisanan ng mga Broadkaster sa Pilipinas)-Negros Occidental Chapter, which is composed of 18 AM and FM stations.
The international theme of the World Radio Day this year is, "Dialogue, Tolerance and Peace." The Bacolod theme is, "The Evolution of Radio: Keeping Up With The Times."
The Bacolod celebration started with a mass at the Bishop's Chapel at the San Sebastian Cathedral Wednesday, February 13, officiated by Fr. Jonas Sumagaysay, who is also the chairman of KBP-Negros Occidental Chapter. Sumagaysay serves as the station manager of DYAF–Radyo Veritas.
Afterwards, the station managers, reporters, disc jockeys (DJs), and staff of both AM and FM stations in Bacolod, accompanied by the staff of the City Public Information Office (PIO), participated in a motorcade from the Bacolod Plaza to Punta Taytay Barangay Hall, where a feeding program for about 100 children were sponsored by the KBP.
The feeding program was in partnership with Barangay Captain Leah Palma and her barangay council.
The group then proceeded to Shelton Beach Resort for lunch.
On February 27, the KBP- Negros Occidental Chapter will host an awards night, dubbed "Tingog Kag Handurawan Awards," to recognize and honor outstanding radio reporters and talents, at the SMX Convention Center.
On its website, Unesco stated that the World Radio Day "marks a time where people around the world celebrate radio and how it shapes our lives. Radio informs, transforms and unites us. It brings together people and communities from all backgrounds to foster positive dialogue for change." (PR)
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Home > WEEK WISE PREGNANCY > Weekly Update: What's happening when you are 23 weeks pregnant?
March 24, 2018
With the 23rd week, you are nearing the halfway mark of your pregnancy. By now your baby has developed and from this point onwards is just going to grow steadily. While your body continues to prepare and provide for the baby, the baby is also slowly getting ready for the outside world in its own little ways. Let's dive into what week 23 of pregnancy has in store for you.
23 Weeks pregnant - Signs and symptoms
Your growing bump, steady weight gain, increased blood flow and hormone levels, together, are likely to cause you backache and swelling in the feet. You may also experience bloating as a result of water retention. Varicose veins will continue to be a prominent feature on your hands and feet over the next months.
A lot of pregnant women find their sleep patterns affected due to the backache as well as anxiety over pregnancy and the baby's well-being.
You will continue to experience mild contractions as you did in the past week. This is just your uterus practicing to deliver the baby.
By this point, the uterus is sitting right on top of your bladder. As a result, you will experience fluid leaking out of your vagina. Many women tend to confuse urine with the amniotic fluid. An easy way to distinguish between the two is to check for odours – amniotic fluid is clear and odourless, and will either gush out of your body or leak in a steady trickle. If the leaking fluid is, in fact, the amniotic fluid, call your gynaecologist immediately.
23 Weeks pregnant - What's happening to the baby?
Your baby has grown to approximately 11 inches in length and weighs about 500 grams. The baby is finally at a stage where it looks more like a cute little new-born baby and less like a foetus. From now on, slowly and steadily, its body will start bulking up with fat tissues.
By now it's highly likely that your baby has grown familiar to the sounds in its surroundings – such as your voice or a favourite song you play on loud every day!
The baby's movements and reflexes are developing. This means that it is now easily startled by sudden movements and noises, such as sneezing.
23 Weeks pregnant - What should I be doing during this time?
Focus on steady weight gain through healthy means, so your body is equipped to carry and support a fast-growing baby. Include fibrous foods in your diet. Avoid processed foods, junk foods, artificial sugars, greasy spicy food and foods from sources you don't trust.
Just because your bladder is under extra-pressure, resulting in frequent urges to pee, don't skip drinking water regularly. Hydration will provide you relief from sore muscles, varicose veins and also improve blood supply.
Although your belly has grown significantly, there's still plenty of room for exercise. Keep doing mild workouts – it'll help your body as well as mind. For your varicose veins, avoid sitting or standing in the same position for too long. Stretch your legs regularly and take short walks to ease the veins and stimulate blood circulation.
If your back hurts too much, watch your posture and where you sit. Use an adjustable chair along with cushions for support and comfort.
Invest in comfortable footwear, support stockings and maternity clothes that are light and breathable.
Now that your bump is very visible and you're gaining weight, you'll hear a lot of insights from well-meaning relatives and friends about your body. They might say you're either too large or too tiny for this stage of pregnancy. It's important to not take these too personally, let it worry you or affect your morale. Pregnancy looks different on different women. And as long as your doctor says you're healthy, that's all you need!
Get as much rest as you can. Avoid putting too much strain on your back and on your feet. Stay hydrated, get a full 8 hours of sleep and try not to get too stressed about anything!
23 Weeks pregnant - What should the partner be doing during this time?
Dads-to-be, make sure the mommy is comfortable at all times, is eating well and taking her nutritional supplements on time.
Accompany her for check-ups, and feel free to pamper her. She needs it!
Make sure she's not on her toes too much and gets adequate rest. Check to make sure the mattress is not lumpy and the pillows provide sufficient support.
Talk to your baby. This is a good time for you and your partner to bond with each other and the baby!
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Bosco Nestore
Abruzzo, Italy
About Bosco Nestore
At the end of the XIX Century, when the young Giovanni Bosco began to cultivate vines, the city of Castellamare Adriatica (that became Pescara in 1926) has no more than 15,000 inhabitants and extended on a narrow land. All around was the landscape and the "lovers hill" of Pescara were a fertile ground for vines: strong and tenacious as the vine, Giovanni finally obtained a wonderful red wine with an intensive bouquet and a spicy taste, that, once named Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, would have been known all over the world in the following century. It was 1897 and Bosco Winery was born.
The story went on with Nestore Bosco and his son Giovanni: The same names and the same passion for vines and wines. Since 1968, following the D.O.C given to the Montepulciano D'Abruzzo wine, Bosco's wines became well-known all over the world gaining several awards during the last decades.
Believing in high quality products allows the winery to become bigger: Unfortunately the hills of Pescara weren't able to receive new vineyards because the city was expanding itself. Bosco family could make only a forced choice: moving towards the inland, choosing the most fertile soils, making new vineyards to produce only high quality grapes, building a winery that could improve the capabilities of the native vines of the Abruzzi. It was the beginning of the 80's and Giovanni, with the help of his son Nestore and his daughter Stefania, realized on the landscape of Nocciano, a town in the Province of Pescara, the spectacular winery that is a jewel among the underground architecture: here the Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, the pride of the Bosco family, rests and matures into big barrels from Slovenia, new barriques and in bottles perfectly aligned along the special tunnels for aging. A tradition, those of the Bosco family, intended to go on with the new generation that wears the same names and shows the same fervent enthusiasm.


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A degree in Laptop Programming from SCTCC offers graduates flexibility to work virtually anywhere. Develop an understanding of programming language in C, PHP, JavaScript, SQL, CSS, and HTML. Pseudocode lets you concentrate on this system logic with out having to be involved simply yet concerning the precise syntax of a specific programming language.
Whereas many courses for this certificate don't apply toward these degrees, they do present the foundational knowledge needed to reach these programs. Construct a foundation in pc science and the artwork of programming via use of algorithms, data constructions, string manipulation, encapsulation, useful resource management, security, software program engineering, and web development.
In the 1950s FORTRAN had been developed, however there was still no accepted excessive-degree programming language appropriate for enterprise. Some HCC On-line programs require students to participate in international language courses as part of this system's required curriculum.
Nevertheless, the imperfections of the world are still with us, so most programmers get used to the concept that their newly written packages in all probability have a few errors. Also, documentation is vital to communicate with others who have an interest in this system, particularly different programmers who may be part of a programming workforce.… Read More


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Last week's travel to Mexico was great. The weather was beautiful, the people were fantastic, and the Fuji X100S by my side — once again — did not disappoint.
As a matter of fact it allowed me to get "that one shot". You know, that shot that you look back at and just can't seem to get your eyes off of. The one that isn't necessarily perfectly sharp. The one you keep admiring.
The one you are so proud of but can't explain why. Maybe other people don't see it that way but you do.
During a walk around Playa Del Carmen, I was amazed by the amount of locals just running around the streets. It seemed everyone was rushing to approach the tourists crowd and sell them whatever goods they stocked in their stores.
But despite the chaos, the loudness, and the overall feeling of sales pressure; There stood one scene.
One peaceful, beautiful moment of happiness and love.
I noticed a little girl from across the street. She was sitting on a ledge playing with her two puppies.
Blissful at the ability to enjoy that moment with her dogs.
I knew I had to capture that moment. I knew it would be that one shot for me.
An overwhelming feeling creeped up on me, in a world of materialistic ideals, that was all you could ever ask for.
I grabbed my trusty Fuji companion and forever immortalized that second of pure Peace, Love, and Happiness.
I'm sure everyone gets to experience this at least once during their photographic life.
I am so thankful I got to see it for myself.
Hope you enjoy the shot and the story behind it.


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"Beginnings often frighten us because they seem like lonely voyages into the unknown. Yet, in truth, no beginning is empty or isolated. We seem to think that beginning is setting out from a lonely point along some line of direction into the unknown. This is not the case. Shelter and energy come alive when a beginning is embraces. A beginning is ultimately an invitation to open toward the gifts and growth that are stored up for us. To refuse to begin can be an act of great self-neglect.
When the heart is ready for a fresh beginning, unforeseen things can emerge. And in a sense, this is exactly what a beginning does. It is an opening for surprises. Surrounding the intention and the act of beginning, there are always exciting possibilities. Beginnings are new horizons that want to be seen; they are not regressions or repetitions. Somehow they win clearance and become fiercely free of the grip of the past. What is this new horizon in you that wants to be seen?"


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NIGHT OF LEGENDS December 1, 2018 In 2018, USATF brings the Hall of Fame induction ceremony back to the Annual Meeting for a gala evening that includes the Jesse Owens and Jackie Joyner-Kersee Awards, as well as a special tribute to the 1968 Olympic Team! Rub elbows with the greatest athletes from 1968, as well as this year's top athletes and our 2018 Hall of Fame induction class.
The Red Carpet opens at 6:30 p.m., followed by the dinner and ceremony at 7 p.m. A special autograph opportunity with all of the evening's honorees will follow.
Seating: Please arrive with those you wish to be seated with, as table assignments will be made prior to entry.
Attire: Business/festive/cocktail/formal
Ticket Price: $105 for Annual Meeting registrants, $150 for general public. All ticket sales are final.
Purchase your ticket today! • Annual Meeting attendees may purchase their ticket as part of the Annual Meeting Registration process to enjoy the reduced rate of $105.00. • We welcome the General Public to visit https://usatf.org/anightoflegends.aspx to purchase tickets.


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Episode 46: Rorrim, Rorrim (S02 E06) | Adventure a Dungeons and Dragons Podcast
After discovering their counterparts are part of a master plan, Julian, Thrace and Redfield must use their wits and their fists to get out of this one. With the knowledge, for once, of their opponents exact strengths and weaknesses, the crew does battle in the library - the worst place in the entire world - for a chance at liberation from this hellscape.
Adventure! Dungeons and Dragons actual play podcast hosted by Bobby Shortle, Jacqui Turner, Brian Verderosa and Bob Reyer from Talking Comics. Go on thrilling and ridiculous adventurers with first time D & D players.
A big thanks to Justin Reilly for his sound effects work. It's awesome! If you like his work check out his SoundCloud (https://soundcloud.com/jdereilly) or follow him on Twitter (https://twitter.com/jdereilly).
Another big thanks to Battlebards (https://www.battlebards.com) & Tabletop Audio (https://www.tabletopaudio.com) who both have amazing libraries of music and sound fx for your tabletop needs. It's not just for us podcasting fools you can use them to enhance your offline games as well!


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Lucio Tan to regain control of PAL
San Miguel Corp. has announced it will sell its holdings in Philippine Airlines to billionaire Lucio Tan, two years after San Miguel took management control and led the airline's return to Europe.
San Miguel and Tan's group signed an agreement yesterday, valued at $1bn, which requires Tan to meet certain conditions within a week. San Miguel bought an indirect 49% stake in Philippine Airlines and an affiliate for $500 million in 2012. As this publication reported on 28th August, any price paid below about $1.5bn represents an extremely good deal for Tan.
The purchase will give Lucio Tan full control of the airline at a point where it is expanding again after the US and EU restored the airline's safety rating in April. For San Miguel, the deal is a step back from a recent diversification drive, with its core businesses including oil and food.
Shares of PAL Holdings Inc., the airline's parent company, fell 1% in Manila, after rising as much as 6.8% earlier in the day. San Miguel gained 2.1 percent. The benchmark Philippine Stock Exchange Index fell 0.7%.
PAL Holdings posted a net profit of P1.46bn ($34 million) in the April-June 2014 quarter from a P1.06bn net for the corresponding 2013 period, and this trend is likely to continue.
Tan pledged shares in Philippine National Bank, LT Group Inc. and other real estate assets for a $750 million loan from four banks to fund the stake purchase and San Miguel's advances to the carrier. BDO Unibank Inc. (BDO), China Banking Corp., Philippine National Bank and Asia United Bank provided the loan.
Tan, the Philippines' second-richest man, said last year that he was considering offers for his 51% stake in the carrier, signalling a potential exit from the airline industry after two decades.


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Midtown: Sports
Sports Notes May 29
Golf tourney at NCSU
The Pink on the Greens golf tournament will be held on Monday, June 10, at the Lonnie Poole Golf Course at N.C. State University, 1509 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh. Tickets cost $90 per individual or $320 per foursome and include a cart, range balls, goodie bag, continental breakfast, lunch and team prizes. Sponsorships are also available starting at $100. Proceeds will benefit the Pretty in Pink foundation. For more information, call 919-833-3338 or visit www.lonniepoolegolfcourse.com.
Polo tournaments
The Triangle Area Polo Club will hold polo matches at 3 p.m. June 16 and July 7 at 9239 Hester Road, Hurdle Mills. The event is free and will include concessions and a stationary hitting horse. For more information, visit www.triangleareapolo.org.
shey Track and Field Games
The Hershey Track and Field Games will be held Tuesday, June 18, at Buffaloe Road Athletic Park, 5812 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., followed by the events at 9:30 a.m. The games introduce youths to physical fitness through basic track and field events. Participants will have the opportunity to compete at the regional, state and North America finals. For more information, call 919-831-6836.
Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic
The Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic will be held Aug. 23-25 at the North Ridge Country Club, 6612 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh. Participating celebrities include NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley and actor Anthony Anderson. Individual player sponsorships cost $4,500 and a four player sponsorship costs $16,000. All proceeds will benefit The V Foundation for cancer research. For more information, visit www.golfclassic.org.
Golf Fore Kids tourney
The John Avery Boys and Girls Club of Durham will hold a Golf Fore Kids tournament at 10 a.m. Monday, June 24, at the Hasentree Golf Club, 1200 Keith Road, Wake Forest. Children ages 6-18 can receive private instruction on golf basics during a Golf Fore Kids clinic held in the same location. Sponsorships start at $500 for a group of four golfers and include lunch, dinner, and an awards ceremony with prizes. Proceeds will benefit programs for underprivileged, at-risk youth. For more information or to register, visit www.johnavery.org.
Raleigh's Finest 5K
Raleigh's Finest 5K will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 29, at Raleigh Fire Department Station 6, 2601 Fairview Road, Raleigh. A kid's one-mile fun run will start at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:30 a.m. All 5K runners will be eligible for awards. The 5K costs $25 and the fun run costs $10. For more information or to register, visit www.sportoften.com/events.
Youth triathlon
Kids in Training will hold a youth triathlon at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Brier Creek Country Club, 9400 Club Hill Drive, Raleigh. The triathlon is for children ages 5-17 and requires an active USA Triathlon membership. The cost starts at $30 and includes one training session, a race giveaway and award. Proceeds will benefit Kids in Training, a nonprofit focused on getting youth involved in fitness. For more information or to register, visit www.kidsintraining.org.
3K walk-a-thon in Raleigh
The Beauty Campaign will hold a 3K walkathon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31, at Anderson Point Park, 20 Anderson Point Drive, Raleigh. The cost is $35 and includes a T-shirt. The Beauty Campaign is a nonprofit serving the needs of women and men who have suffered from abuse and addiction. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.facebook.com/TheBeautyCampaign.
Pickleball open play
Play pickleball from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St., Raleigh. Pickleball is played on a badminton court with a lowered net, a perforated plastic baseball and wood paddles. It is easy to learn but can develop into a competitive game for experienced players. For more information or to register, contact Joe Vartanesian at email@example.com.


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Trade fears massive hike in drinks tax
The drinks industry is bracing itself for a significant duty increase in next year's Budget as the government comes under huge pressure to deal with a perceived pandemic of problem drinking.
With the cost of raw materials also spiralling, many believe retailers will have no choice but to pass on large price increases across a wide range of products.
Although the Treasury is understood to be nervous of above-inflation duty increases, the Department of Health is thought to favour tax rises as a method of controlling consumption. Critics point out the UK already has some of the highest duty levels in Europe, and punitive increases will simply encourage illegal sales. Wine & Spirit Trade Association chairman Christopher Carson described the scenario as "a very real threat".
He added: "The chances are we're likely to see quite a big tax increase. In recent years we've had 3p or 4p on wine. There's speculation it could be anything between 10p and 15p a bottle, and 20p should not be ruled out. I have even heard people talk in terms of 30 per cent.
"The WSTA Budget submission in January will be highlighting the fact that raw materials are moving up - not just grapes, but grain and all sorts.
"Climate change has meant shortages of most agricultural products and, coupled with the rising price of oil, freight and glass, one way or another we will see - regardless of taxation - price changes working their way through to the high street by spring of next year. It's not unrealistic to think that wine would be going up by between 20p and 50p a bottle regardless of tax.
"If you put a big tax on top, it would be fair to say it would be killing the goose that laid the golden egg. It just opens the doors to cross-border trading again. You get white van business and if that starts happening you lose control over the way alcohol is sold. Who's going to do Challenge 21 in the white vans?"
Jonathan Neame, chief executive of Kent brewery Shepherd Neame, was one of several key brewing industry figures who visited Westminster this week to back the British Beer & Pub Association's call for a duty freeze to boost ailing sales. He warned that any tax hike would be a "smugglers' charter".
Paul Hegarty, head of communications at Coors, called for cider duty to be brought into line with beer taxes - such a move would raise £277 million in additional revenue annually, he said. "We would like cider and beer to be taxed on a level playing field because they are similar long alcoholic drinks."
Hegarty also warned that tax hikes are not an effective way of controlling alcohol consumption. "While beer duty has gone up by 27 per cent over the past 10 years, supermarkets' prices for beer are as low now as they were 10 years ago, " he said.
The National Association of Cidermakers met Treasury officials this week to ask them to keep taxes on cider stable. Chair Fenella Tyler said it was thanks to duty policies that the cider market was able to emerge from a decade of flat and declining sales.


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If you're responsible for your organization's security, or have a hand in managing your organization's content, this 30-minute webinar replay is one you don't want to miss. See why it's critical to unite your security and IT teams with your LOB leaders responsible for content, in order to protect your organization's most valuable digital assets.


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I'm currently obsessed with Swan Lake. Enough said {I heart Destroyer}!
"An Indie rock supergroup with ties to Destroyer, the New Pornographers, Sunset Rubdown, Frog Eyes, and Wolf Parade, Swan Lake formed in 2005 around the shared talents of Dan Bejar, Spencer Krug, and Carey Mercer."
Thanks Anne for the endless supply of The Vicar of Dibley! I'm watching the Christmas Special now! (Christmas can never come too early, right?)


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If you're looking for a fine dining experience on your trip to the Lake District, the area has an abundance of dog friendly restaurants. These restaurants deliver the finest quality food but still cater for your canine companion's needs. Browse our list below to discover your options.
Inviting and informal, Bistro at the Distillery is a place for coffee and slice of home-made cake, a leisurely three-course supper and everything else in between.
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Situated on the shores of Lake Windermere, the Regent Hotel is one of the Lake District's premier hotels. Dog friendly rooms are only available to book directly over the telephone and the lounge serves the same menu as the restaurant where you can dine with your pets.
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Francine's is a relaxed and friendly bistro-styled restaurant with an a-la-carte menu and daily additions boards available with a great wine list and a large selection of local speciality ales.
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Mumaith Khan has progressed
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Normally, actresses switch from acting roles to item numbers. There are many item number specialists who had tried to get into mainstream acting, but most of them had been unsuccessful.
Mumait Khan is going to break that spell.
The Pakistani-born Mumbai-based actress gained fame all over the country with her scintillating performance in Munnabhai MBBS. Telugu audience knows her through films like Pokiri and Samanyudu.
In Dr Rajashekar's new film Evadaitey Naakenti, she is going to play the role of a police officer! She is the second heroine of the film!
Mumait is very happy with the way her career is evolving. But she says that she isn't ready to quit item numbers.


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Micro foldable carrycot From £149.00
There are 7 reviews with an average rating of 4.42
Olga from United KingdomOwner02 June 2014 20:59
It has just arrived to me. I like this carrycot for many reasons. First of all it has a light weight, secondly it has a wooden floor and fitted mattress thus the baby will have healthy bones. And carrycot has a normal (good) length 74 cm so it can be used through 6-7 months.
In conclusion, I recommend jane muum :)
Sandra from United KingdomOwner04 June 2013 17:26
We needed a lightweight alternative to our normal Jane ca**eat and this was just what we were looking for. We don't have a lot of space at home for storage and since we only use this now and again the fact that it flattens into about 2 inches thick is great for just slotting into a cupboard out of sight!
Would definitely recommend. Just a pity we cant use this in the car!
Anonymous from United KingdomOwner04 June 2013 17:01
A nice product but very wobbly on the Trider.
It has straps to attach to the chassis of the Muum in addition to the pro-fix points but these don't fix to the Trider. I figured out a way of attaching it myself though.
Also looks like it should be located a bit further forward, but the base of the Trider is quite long.
I'm happy with it though (with my extra fixings added) and would buy it again. Haven't actually put a baby in it yet though!
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Elisa from United Kingdom asks
Dear Sir, I would like to know if the Micro foldable carrycot includes a mattress and if so whether this is suitable for overnight sleeping. If not, I would like to know which mattress would be best suited for it and if you stock it. Finally, I'd appreciate if you could confirm that this is compatible with the Jane Rider pram. Thanks for your help Elisa
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What is the weight of the micro carrycot and can it be used with the Trider? Thanks
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Doug Marrone had a good idea walking off the field Sunday at Arrowhead Stadium that his team had strayed way too far from their formula for success. My guess is Jaguars' front-office czar Tom Coughlin sternly reminded him of that fatal stratagem, either on the plane ride home from a 30-14 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs or early next morning.
The upshot is this: Under no circumstances can the Jaguars throw the ball 61 times. It's the equivalent of a death sentence.
Only three or four NFL quarterbacks are built to do that and still have a chance to win. None of them are named Blake Bortles.
The Jaguars and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett obviously didn't intend for Bortles to heave a franchise-record number of pass attempts. Part of it was falling behind 20-0 to KC at halftime, but the truth is the Jaguars — though impacted by running back Leonard Fournette's prolonged absence with a hamstring injury — must start dialing down the tendency to become overly dependent on Bortles' arm to move this offense.
Marrone acknowledged regret over the excessive throwing against the Chiefs, saying: "Looking back, maybe we started throwing it a little too early. Maybe we just were pressing too much early, meaning, what are we trying to get accomplished? You're always going to look at that and you're not going to sit here and say that, 'Hey, we're a team that wants to throw the ball 60-something times or whatever we did [Sunday]."
But even before the KC disaster, the Jaguars were already getting away from the run-first mentality that carried them to the AFC championship game last season. A lot of it was not having Fournette, but the Jaguars can't just abandon the run simply because the franchise back is out of the picture.
This was the No. 1 rushing team (141.4 yards per game) in the NFL last year — throwing 527 passes and running 527 times — and now it's 15th (111.0) because the Jaguars have been unable to resist the temptation to get pass-happy. Hackett admits he got a bit gun-shy about running once Corey Grant was sidelined by a foot injury and being unsure about Brandon Wilds (who was released on Tuesday). He wants a balanced offense as much as anybody.
"If we can end the year on 50-50 [balance], that's a positive thing," Hackett said. "You want to keep that 50-50. That's something we definitely want to emphasize. At one point, when Corey [Grant] went down [with a foot injury], it was only T.J. in there. Sometimes you get a little bit hesitant to keep pounding with him when you only have one guy you feel great about."
In case you haven't noticed, Hackett's offense is airing it out way too much this season. The skewed 66-17 ratio of called pass plays (including five sacks) to runs against the Chiefs means the Jaguars have now dialed up 222 passes out of 344 plays through five games, an astounding 64.5 percent.
Only four NFL teams — Indianapolis Colts, Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers — have a bigger disparity between passing and running. It's no coincidence all have quarterbacks who are far more accurate and with greater big-play reputations than Bortles.
I'm not suggesting the Jaguars shouldn't ever sling the ball all over the field. You have to do that at different times in today's NFL. But Marrone, Coughlin and general manager Dave Caldwell orchestrated a successful turnaround last season by making this a run-oriented offense. You can't do a complete flip just because Fournette is out for an indefinite period, leaving T.J. Yeldon and just-signed veteran Jamaal Charles to carry the load until his return.
If the pace of Bortles throwing 42.2 passes per game holds up, that translates into 675 pass attempts for the season. That's more than the UCF product threw in 2016 when Bortles set the franchise record of 625 as the Jaguars went 3-13.
Coughlin loathes pass-run imbalance, and right now, the Jaguars are falling back into a dangerous trap. Marrone implied Wednesday that what transpired in Kansas City will get corrected in Sunday's road game against the Dallas Cowboys.
"That's not the way we want to play," Marrone said of the 61 pass attempts against the Chiefs. "If it's even lower than that, we might have to find a way to keep running the football. I probably should have done a better job of that. I just felt like we were pressing and trying to make plays. I just think overall I have to do a better job of managing that."
Certainly if the Jaguars are going to play Yeldon on a ridiculously high 77 of 83 snaps like they did against the Chiefs, it ought to give him the ball on third-and-1 from the KC 3 if you intend to go for it on fourth down. Marrone sure would have handed it to a healthy Fournette in that same situation. Even if the Jaguars got the man coverage look they wanted, a 50-50 fade pass to Donte Moncrief — instead of giving Yeldon the ball when he already had four carries on the drive for 37 yards — was a massive oversight.
More than most NFL teams, the Jaguars are run-dependent. Sure, Bortles can win some games with his arm, but it's not the high-percentage play.
Consider this: Bortles is 2-9 in his career when he throws 45-plus passes, the wins coming against the New England Patriots in Week 2 and the Los Angeles Chargers last year in overtime. But when Bortles has 30 or less pass attempts, he's a robust 9-3.
Granted, not having Fournette makes it harder for the Jaguars to feature a run-heavy attack, but they can't stop trying. When they barely came up short of reaching the Super Bowl, the Jaguars' three-game playoff stretch featured 101 runs and 90 pass plays (including sacks).
So even with a banged-up offensive line and the uncertainty of Fournette's return, the Jaguars can't run away from running the ball.
"We have to get back to that," said Jaguars' guard Andrew Norwell. "As an offensive line, we have to set the tempo and intensity for the game early on and often. Just keep pounding the rock. That opens up a lot for the offense."
One thing is certain: airing it out 42 times a game with Bortles isn't going to get the Jaguars where they want to go. With or without Fournette, they better find their run identity. And soon.
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The Argyle pattern's history can be followed back to the 17th century. The word is derived from the tartan of clan Campbell of Scotland, which was used to make fabrics of checker designs, especially socks. The argyle pattern comprises of diamonds and lozenges which gives an elegant appearance to the piece of textile. And because of its classic look, the Argyle knit works became trending fashion in Britain and then across the US.
Now a fashionable young blood cannot even think of a wardrobe without Argyle sweaters in it. The Argyle sweaters are mostly made out of wool because of its property to lock heat and provide warmth. Nowadays they are also made with mixture of cotton and other synthetic fibres to get enhanced properties.
One can find Argyle sweaters in different forms which are suitable for both men and women. Apart from the fact that they function as excellent sweaters, they also act as a beacon of class and elegance. Hence they find themselves in almost every preppy or classy wardrobe across the globe.
They become available to the customers in variety of styles. Even though they can be tucked in, people seldom do so since it would cut off the Argyle design.
The zipped or buttoned models are available along with those that can be pulled up from above. The sweaters also come as polo styled, hence the user need not wear a shirt inside the sweater. Argyle sweater vests are also popular among the fashion lovers for they can be worn over almost all kinds of shirts or slacks.
The Argyle sweaters have indeed made a statement, in fact a very strong one, in the fashion sector and will indeed continue to do so for years to come because of the comfort they provide and the elegance in their appearance.


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- 7 beds
- 6 baths
- $899,000 price
- 4746597 mls id
- Square Feet: 3,985 sqft
- Year Built: 1900
- Lot Size: 29.3 acres
- Status: Active
Spectacular architecturally significant circa 1900 Victorian Manor majestically situated above Lake Willoughby , the "Lake Lucerne" of America , in the North East Kingdom of Vermont. Southeast facing with 180 degree views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Crystal clean lake formed by a retreating glacier: famous for swimming, fishing and boating. Original architectural features with extensive updates. 6/7 bedrooms, 5 baths with legally separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath caretaker/in law or income apartment. Updates/upgrades include thermal windows, foundation & structural upgrades, extensive insulating, landscaping, drainage, as well as an almost completed new kitchen with stainless appliances, a downdraft cooktop, granite counters, and breakfast nook. Additional buildings include two restored summer cottages, the ice house (chapel) and a grandfathered bath house and dining hall both with restoration potential. A rare opportunity to enjoy almost 30 acres of land with 138 feet of private waterfront. Private, peaceful and with flexible future usage: extended family, luxury conference/wedding center or private year round home. Westmore features some of the greatest hiking in VT. A short 25 minute drive to Burke Mountain & Kingdom Trails while only 2 hours from Montreal, 4 hours from Boston. Adjoining 1.6 acre lot with 148.2 feet of waterfront available.
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Allergy season is almost upon us here in Minnesota.
Maybe you've had allergies your whole life, or maybe they waited to drive you mad later in life. Maybe you take medication for your symptoms, or maybe you just suffer through with travel-sized tissues in your pocket at all times. No matter who you are or, how your seasonal allergies manifest, there are things that you can do to help lessen your suffering.
While acupuncture and herbs are hugely important steps to take when treating allergies, incorporating more anti-inflammatory foods is also super important.
Here are five surprising foods that help lessen allergy symptoms:
Apples – Maybe the old adage is true. Eat an apple a day not only to keep the doctor away, but perhaps a runny nose and itchy eyes too!
Onions – Specifically, red onions eaten raw. Try them thinly sliced and quickly pickled with some beets. You'll be amazed at how they loose their spicy kick and gain a mellow sweet flavor.
Cranberries – Combine these with a chopped apple and some red grapes for a 1-2-3 punch against pollen.
Capers (canned) – Did you know that capers are actually a fruit? Sprinkle them on dishes where you want a little extra salt and flavor.
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – Who doesn't want an excuse to eat a little more chocolate? Just make sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder. Add it to a peanut butter and banana smoothie for a decadent treat.
What do all these foods have in common that's so helpful for seasonal allergies? Quercetin.
Never heard of it? I'm not that surprised. Quercetin has long lived below the radar, but is increasingly growing in popularity due to its powerhouse abilities. Quercetin is a type of flavanoid (plant pigment) that has antioxidant properties, but also acts like an anti-inflammatory and anti-histamine when consumed in the diet.
A study published in the Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents (I know, I know, I'm a total nerd…) concluded that:
Quercetin is a natural compound that blocks substances involved in allergies and is able to act as an inhibitor of mast cell secretion… Quercetin is a safe, natural therapy that may be used as primary therapy or in conjunction with conventional methods[i].
How will you get some quercetin in today?
Fire Cider for Allergy Relief:
Are you interested in learning how to make my favorite herbal remedy for sinus woes and allergies? I'm teaching a "Make your own fire cider" class on Wednesday, May 16th at 7pm at our clinic.
Learn more and sign up by clicking the photo below.
*The information provided on this site is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition.
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My Work
I am a researcher, ethnographer, strategist, writer, and editor.
I live and work in Stockholm, Sweden as a senior user researcher at Spotify. My focus is on foundational research. I develop frameworks and strategies for product teams and other researchers that help them approach product design and development by better identifying opportunity spaces that solve users' needs with more widely scalable solutions.
Before I left California for sunnier Swedish climes, I worked at Slack, where I started the user research team and helped grow both the discipline and the team. Not only was I the first user researcher, for my first year I was the only one!
Prior to that I worked at Automatic directing and conducting user research and working on product design. I also worked at Mule Design Studio, where I was both the design researcher and co-host of Let's Make Mistakes, a design podcast. And leading up to all this, in pursuit of my Ph.D. in Sociology at UC Irvine, I conducted a longitudinal ethnography and wrote a dissertation on the practices and culture of clinicians with respect to the adoption of electronic health records (EHR). I also have a Master's degree from Georgetown University, where I wrote a thesis about androids and cyborgs.
My past roles include Editor and Audience Development Manager for entertainment/video game content companies including IGN.com and UGO.com. At both companies I also worked as the industry's first Affiliate Manager, in charge of maintaining relationships with and managing content from external content producers.
But if you can believe it, what I am best known for is being an advice columnist, which I've done twice. Most recently I wrote How To Be Human for The Verge, and before that I wrote Ask Leah for IGN.com. My readers from both columns still get in touch with me from time to time, both to ask for advice and to tell me about the positive impact my columns had on their lives.
I'd love for you to get in touch with me too.


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7 Clean Cartoons That Your 5 Year Old Can Watch ...
While cartoons were historically intended for young minds, many cartoons today are not for children. Shows like The Simpsons, South Park and Beavis and Butthead are for mature audiences and permitting your children to watch these is as bad is letting them watch 'R' rated movies. Fortunately there are a number of clean cartoons available on TV and here are some that your 5 year old can watch.
1. The Flintstones
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This endearing comedy about families living in the Stone Age has endured the test of time with generations of young viewers appreciating the trials and tribulations of Fred Flintstone and Barney Rubble along with their long suffering wives Wilma and Penny. The humor is clean and harmless without any references to adult context or inappropriate behavior making it one of the more popular choices for young children.


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ROH Winter 2017/18 tickets now on general sale
It's bright1 and early here for dehggi, as the loot was worth it:
Semiramide with JDD/Barcellona/Brownlee/D'Arcangelo
Salome being Salome (even with McVicar's vision); next year I'm spoiled rotten: two cool operas to choose from for an outing on my birthday! I predictably went with:
Il ritorno d'Ulisse because when Monteverdi calls one must answer, especially after the great success with L'Orfeo at the Roundhouse two years ago. Let's hope they'll livestream this one as well.
There was 0 pain getting in/booking this time. Good job ROH!
- actually, it's rather foggy (but warm). ↩
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On this date, June 11, 2001, Timothy McVeigh A.K.A as the Oklahoma City Bomber was executed by lethal injection at the Federal Correctional Complex in Terre Haute, Indiana. We chose this article to remember that evil was destroyed that day.
Monge, McVeigh, and the morality of capital punishment
Yes, some people deserve to die for their crimes
By W. Scott Lamb - The Washington Times - Friday, June 2, 2017
Neither public opinion nor legal rulings on the death penalty in the United States remain fixed. Upfront, we acknowledge that the judicial system does not provide complete impartiality and perfect justice.
But the fact remains that the majority of citizens recognize that some crimes demand the ultimate punishment be meted out on the guilty.
The Pew Research Center website contains a treasure of public opinion data on the subject, going back years. A recent post stated:
"Support for the death penalty in the U.S. has fallen dramatically in the past two decades, but more Americans still favor than oppose it. A Pew Research Center poll in August and September 2016 found that 49% favor the death penalty for people convicted of murder, while 42% oppose it. But support is at its lowest level in more than 40 years. Democrats account for much of the decline in support over the past two decades. In 2016, just 34% of Democrats favored the death penalty, compared with 72% of Republicans.
And speaking of 40 years, it was in January of 1977 that a prisoner was executed in the U.S. after almost ten years of executions being stayed. Before that, the last execution occurred fifty years ago this Friday.
On June 2, 1967, Colorado put to death Luis Jose' Monge for the first-degree murder of his pregnant wife and three of his ten children (and, of course, the child in the womb too).
The case against Monge was simple. Though he apparently had planned on killing his entire family and then committing suicide, he ended up calling the police and confessing to the murders. Two had been beaten with a fire poker. A preschool son was strangled. An infant daughter was stabbed.
Apparently, Monge's motive was to hide an ongoing sexual molestation of one of his daughters. Better to kill his entire family and die himself than to be exposed as a molester? For such a man, the death penalty was certainly fitting.
The jury recommended execution for his judgment, and six years after the crime, Monge entered the gas chamber at the Colorado State Penitentiary. Twenty minutes later, he was pronounced dead. It would be the final time Colorado used the gas chamber. And, it would be the final execution anywhere in the U.S. until the aforementioned January 1977 resumption of the death penalty.
During these years, death penalty opponents took the issue all the way to the Supreme Court (Furman v. Georgia, 1972). And so, the lower courts stayed all pending executions. And so, Monge's execution — fifty years ago this Friday —has the distinction of being the last for a decade.
But thirty years to the day of Monge's execution, Timothy McVeigh stood in a Federal Court and heard a judgment of "guilty" declared against him for his murderous actions at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. One hundred sixty-eight people died. Six hundred eighty were injured.
In that courtroom on June 2, 1997, McVeigh was pronounced guilty. And eleven days later, the jury recommended the death penalty.
Technically, he was convicted of the eight counts of first-degree murder for the federal officers he killed in the blast. And that is why McVeigh's 2001 execution was conducted in a federal prison — a just end to the life of the mass murder who loathed the federal government. His was the first federal execution since 1963.
Improvements in the judicial process are a constant concern. Short of eternity — and God's perfect judicial declarations — human declarations of guilt and innocence will always be imperfect. Sometimes, they may even be intentionally skewed toward injustice.
But once the debate over capital punishment begins, press home the logical conclusions of those who would argue against the state having any right to execute a citizen.
Press that thesis to its Timothy McVeigh or Luis Monge conclusion. Should these two men have been sentenced to live out the remainder of their natural life in prison?
No, they should not have — and they didn't.
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The last month was brutal for iconic British suppliers Meggitt and Rolls-Royce. Both issued profit warnings, and their stock prices promptly declined 20%. And both blamed weak aftermarket demand as a key cause of disappointing earnings. They are not alone, as other OEMs also are experiencing flat aftermarket demand.
According to Canaccord Genuity, air transport maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) demand will grow a paltry 1-2% in this year while global air transport capacity will increase a healthy 5-6%. Why the divergence? I believe several factors are to blame.
The first is well-documented: the rise of used and serviceable material (USM) as a result of surging retirements and sophisticated, well-capitalized suppliers. As highlighted in my September 2014 column (AW&ST Sept. 8, 2014, p. 14), ICF estimates more than $3 billion in USM material is consumed per year, which is transforming the MRO market. Use of USM, once centered in the Americas and Europe, is spreading to Asia and the Middle East. Even Chinese operators are now leveraging it after completing their first in-country aircraft part-outs.
A second factor shaping aftermarket demand is evolving airline management objectives. A decade ago, many airlines were managed to maximize market share, which led to poor financial results. Today, an influential group of operators led by Delta Air Lines is focused on return on invested capital (ROIC) as a key measure. According to CEO Richard Anderson, "It's been about changing the mindset and the approach to the industry and really treating the airline industry like any other industrial business. For that reason, we target 15% ROIC just like other high-quality industrial transports."
This has had a profound impact on maintenance behavior. Delta has a group dedicated to parting-out older aircraft and "harvesting" parts to reduce maintenance costs. It is leveraging its internal technical capability to develop repairs, manage engine green time and modify MRO scopes to cut maintenance expenditures. The airline is upgauging its fleet; capacity today is roughly the same as it was during the 2008 merger with Northwest Airlines, but it is operating 14% fewer aircraft.
Delta purchases parts and repairs from OEMs as a last resort. The results are spectacular relative to peer airlines: In 2014, Delta achieved 20% ROIC, 13% operating margin and the highest on-time performance (by a large margin) among the U.S. majors. Its market capitalization is $38.5 billion.
A third factor underpinning soft aftermarket results is expanded penetration of integrated maintenance programs that combine asset pools with maintenance services—often for broad bundles of aircraft components. The upshot is that rather than purchasing spare components for maintenance bases and line stations, an operator enters into a pool agreement in which the supplier owns the inventory, and it shares the pool with other operators.
This is fundamentally more efficient than each operator engaging in its own provisioning, and deprives aerospace OEMs of a very lucrative element of their aftermarket businesses. Historically, uptake of these programs was limited to European charter operators and low-cost carriers, but it is now spreading like wildfire for new aircraft models such as the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350XWB and A320.
A final factor shaping aftermarket results, but admittedly harder to quantify, is the dramatic strengthening (20-30%) of the U.S. dollar in the last 15 months versus many key currencies, including the euro, Canadian dollar, Australian dollar and Brazilian real. Because most MRO and OEM service parts are priced in U.S. dollars, the net effect is to increase the cost of maintenance to operators at a time of soft economic growth. Not surprisingly, many of these operators are deferring maintenance and engaging in short-term cash conservation.
The good news in all of this is that aftermarket demand is cyclical and will eventually recover. Deferred maintenance needs to be completed sooner or later, and low fuel prices are beginning to slow the pace of aircraft retirements and part-outs. Aerospace suppliers, however, would be wise to tune in to the "Delta Effect" and the other factors currently impeding aftermarket growth.
Kevin Michaels is a vice president with ICF International's Aerospace & MRO consulting practice in Ann Arbor, Michigan.


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A First Person View of PAX East 2018
I was fortunate enough to travel to Boston and attend PAX East this year. While there I was able to get a first glimpse and hands on experience of the new games and technology coming! Part of my goal, other than to marvel with my jaw to the floor, was to share the experience on behalf of the library, as PAX East offers an exciting opportunity to experience the near future of gaming and technology. Even if you do not own a new system or gaming PC, quite a few of the game series shown at PAX are available at the library for various systems. I encourage you to give them a chance, as you never know what exciting game just might be sitting on our shelves available for checkout.


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Parker, Smith & Feek, Vice President and Account Executive Walt Winter has been honored as a '2018 Rising Star in Advising' by the Employee Benefit Adviser. Walt manages Parker, Smith & Feek's Technology Practice Group, assisting companies in providing a benefits package specific to their needs. He specializes in working with companies that have 100-1,000 employees, helping clients to design a multiyear strategy to retain and recruit the best employees while controlling cost and improving the health of employees.
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Do you know what locals really like to do, see, eat and drink in Thessaloniki? I'd love to show you.
I have lived here for a long time now to uncover the most interesting local spots whatever the budget and tastes. I love Thessaloniki for its unparalleled energy and unique vibes. Night or day, it's impossible not to find something to love here!
As an insider, I'll be your valuable source in Thessaloniki's local life. We will visit places off the beaten path, to join the Thessaloniki's people in their everyday life. From a traditional coffee roaster store to an underground Greek delicacies market, or the best backyard garden for exquisite cocktails. The options are overwhelming!
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North Queensland Tour Recap
Our recent trip to North Queensland was amazing! We met many wonderful people and saw many beautiful sights (check the pics below). On the tour we met a woman who had been at one of our concerts two years ago & she told us of how God had used our message & song in her life. Two years ago she had been in a place where she had turned away from God. She wasn't feeling good & didn't want to come to our concert, but had gotten stuck at the church, so she hid away in the baby room waiting for her ride. During our concert she said she heard the music & message through the speakers in the baby room & that God had touched her heart to the point of crying. After the concert Eric felt a strong impression to give her a CD as she had no money with her. She kept listening to the music & told us how through the message in our music, God had led her to come back to Him! Praise God! - E & M


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No man is an island .. yup, that was what I said when the host asked me how did I manage my time as a mother of 4, a full time HR manager, did my MBA and now a cake decorator but still having the time to read and write my blog.. I could have not done all of that without the support and encouragement from my family and close friends.
Sometimes I wonder whether I had pushed myself too much but then I realize that we would not know our potentials until we push them to a limit. The only thing that we must remember is to set our priorities right. When workload is overwhelming, I restricted my cake orders. When there are few of both .. I relaxed and read.
But when there is an order, especially on a weak day, I had to sacrifice my sleep. My cake decorating work only starts when the kids had fallen asleep.. It's hard work I know, but the only thing that kept me motivated is my passion.
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Laboratory Technician, Pathology
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Salary: £23,334 to £24,771
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: Thursday 21 March 2019
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An exciting opportunity has arisen in the technical services team supporting the School of Veterinary Medicine within the pathology and post mortem area, supporting our pathology based teaching and research programmes.
Now in its 5thyear, the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Surrey has benefitted from substantial investment in excess of £45m and aims to deliver the highest quality teaching and research using multi-disciplinary approaches within the purpose built, state-of-the-art facilities.
Working as part of the technical services team you will have a professional and committed attitude with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Working alongside Veterinary surgeons/pathologists you will assist with post mortem activities and will have experience of working within an ACDP 2 facility and knowledge of relevant health and safety requirements and processes. Knowledge and experience of the safe handling and disposal of animal tissue samples will be required. You will support academic colleagues in delivering pathology teaching and will support students in their learning experience.
The post holder will be required to work flexibly and reliably as part of a team, supporting others and taking responsibility for the success of the team. Applicants should be aware that there may be the requirement to undertake physically demanding work (e.g. Lifting of materials).
In addition to a competitive salary you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement and access to a wide variety of staff development opportunities and pension.
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The Impact of an Aging Inmate Population on the Federal Bureau of Prisons reviews the financial and structural burdens on BOP and how this translates into less-than-optimal care for older inmates. Bottom line: it costs more to take care of older inmates because of physical and medical needs, and BOP cannot afford to incarcerate elderly inmates in a safe and humane manner. Not a shocking conclusion, but the numbers are compelling.
34%: By the end of 2013, BOP was 34% over capacity and elderly inmates are the fastest growing segment of that population.
36/ 39,000: One of the sentencing factors listed in section 3553(a) is whether the sentence will provide "the defendant with needed educational or vocational training, medical care, or other correctional treatment in the most effective manner. . . " This Report is evidence that a custody sentence for an aging client may not be appropriate because BOP fails to "provide programming opportunities designed specifically to meet the needs of aging inmates." Staffing is simply inadequate. Social workers are "uniquely qualified" to prepare an aging inmate for release. Of 39,000 BOP employees, only 36 serve as social workers. This impedes placement on home confinement.
114, 262, and 1,000: Likewise, a client who is both aging and has serious medical problems will not, according to DOJ, receive adequate medical care while in BOP custody. Inadequate medical staffing often requires medical care outside of the institution, but insufficient transport staff then limits this option. Need a cardiologist or neurosurgeon? The average wait time was 114 days. Follow up appointment? Another 262 days. One institution estimated that it was "one thousand inmates behind" in providing chronic care clinics.
15%: Recidivism is also a primary concern for sentencing courts. Aging inmates have fewer violations while in prison, and are much less likely to recidivate. The Report compared the general re-arrest rate for released inmates at 41% (which is questionable) to only 15% of elderly inmates re-arrested within three years.
There are other reasons for the sentencing court to consider a non-custody sentence for an elderly client, or a shorter sentence for an older client who may develop medical and physical needs that BOP cannot accommodate. For example, the Report finds that BOP's physical infrastructure limits the availability of appropriate housing. Lower bunks, handicap access, elevators, or level terrain are simply unavailable in some institutions, in part due to overcrowding and under-funding. (Same coin, different sides). Institutions often lack enough trained staff to assist with daily activities, such as hygiene and ambulation, which can be compromised by age. Lacking trained staff, BOP resorts to inmate companion programs, in which an inmate is assigned to care for an elderly inmate. These arrangements are usually unregulated.
Another example: staff untrained to recognize some problems of aging, such as forgetfulness and lost track of time, will read this behavior as misconduct. Cognitive impairment can be unjustly penalized because the correction officer was not educated on aging issues. This can result in lost good time or other sanctions.
The Report's conclusion: "[A] growing aging inmate population has an adverse impact on the BOP's ability to provide a safe, humane, cost-efficient, and appropriately secure environment for aging inmates and to assist aging inmates reentering the community."
Compassionate Release Program
One other point. For a while, we heard about the compassionate release program, and it sounded hopeful. Then we heard that almost no one got relief, and, as currently administered, it is meaningless to both our clients and BOP. In fact, in 2013, DOJ issued a similar report that was a wholesale take-down of the alleged program. "[T]he existing BOP compassionate release program has been poorly managed and implemented inconsistently, likely resulting in eligible inmates not being considered for release and in terminally ill inmates dying before their requests were decided." In response, BOP revised the criteria for compassionate release, but the statute still requires BOP to initiate any request to the courts for compassionate release, 18 USC 3582(c)(1)(A) and USSG 1B1.13. And BOP simply does not make those requests.
Not much has changed. Between August of 2013, when the OIG's critical report came out, and September of 2014, a total of two "elderly inmates" were released under the new eligibility provisions. That is, two out of 248 inmate requests. The OIG has, again, recommended changes and clarifications to the compassionate release program for elderly inmates.
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EarBuds Podcast Collective operates on a community model. We ask everyone to share their favorite podcasts or topics so that we can learn more about the world through audio content. We've had all sorts of themes since we started sending our weekly emails in February of 2017; from sports and game theory to funny female-hosted podcasts and historical breakdowns.
This week's theme is called *Leaving Your Comfort Zone,* and it was curated by Scott Gurian, host of the Far From Home podcast. This podcast details the 11,000-mile car journey Gurian took with his brother, Drew from the U.K to Mongolia for the Mongol Rally. Here's how Gurian's website describes the podcast:
This journey immediately captured our attention and we had to learn more about Gurian's adventure, so we asked him some questions. Read more about his experience here:
Scott and Drew set off on their journey from southern England with their friends Rosi and Jane and about 300 other teams as part of the Mongol Rally, an annual event where participants drive a quarter of the way around the world, raising money for charity.
Scott says, "one early highlight from our trip was Romania's Transfăgărășan Highway, which the TV show Top Gear called the greatest driving road in the world!"
Here's a selfie of Scott and Drew while riding the subway in downtown Tehran, Iran:
Scott describes Turkmenistan as one of the oddest places he's ever visited. Aside from being an authoritarian country, it's home to the Darvaza Gas Crater, commonly known as the "door to hell." It is a former Soviet natural gas field that collapsed in the 1960s or 70s, was set on fire, and continues to burn to this day!
As they traveled across the Karakum desert, one of the hottest and driest in the world, the group witnessed camels hanging out, enjoying a midday stroll.
Driving 11,000 in one go is a challenge for any car. Imagine what this car went through traversing mountains, extreme heat, and the weight of its cargo! The Gurian car went through a number of wear and tear issues and dealt with radiator problems in Eastern Turkmenistan.
Monday's episode for this week's theme is from the Far From Home podcast and it's called "Just Plain Weird." It details the group's five-day stay in Turkmenistan. This podcast really blew us away and we recommend checking out a few of these well-produced and captivating episodes.
Map of the entire route. All 11,000 miles.
Big thanks to Scott for sharing all of these stories and images, and for curating this week's listening list, which can be found here. Thank you to Drew for these beautiful photos!


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Design Workshop Saturday November 9: Help shape a people-centered West Portland Town Center!
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The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability is working with a diverse group of partners and the broader SW community to create a West Portland Town Center Plan (WPTC). The plan will lay out a vision for a complete and inclusive community around "The Crossroads," the intersection of Barbur Boulevard, I-5 and Capitol Highway.
The plan will help provide more housing choices for people of all ages, abilities and incomes. It will create broader access to jobs and economic opportunity and make it easier for people to get around on foot, bicycle or transit. It will also foster community places and gathering spaces. And it will do so in a way that is inclusive and equitable, prioritizing the needs of the area's most vulnerable populations.
Along with the town center plan, an equitable community development action plan will help create a fuller range of commercial services and achieve some of the housing goals in the Southwest Corridor Equitable Housing Strategy.
The tools to achieve these goals are as varied as the challenges themselves. They include infrastructure investments, urban design and land use planning. And they require collaboration with partners from different fields to help the community and City create a long-range vision for this vital place in SW Portland.
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Hiking The Priest
Hello and happy 2018! Michael and I are super excited for this year and I'm especially excited to be caught up with writing blog posts and to get some new content up! We ended last year with a few cold but gorgeous hikes. The trails were empty and the views were endless. On this particular day we decided to tackle The Priest. Some stats:
- 2.8 miles out and back
- 1,000 feet of elevation gain
- No waterfalls or streams
- Views are spectacular
- Most likely will NOT run into other hikers (not a popular trial)
We arrived to the trail head around 10:00am and it was a brisk 40 degrees. As we climbed up the side of the mountain the temperatures dropped and by the time we were at the summit it was around freezing. We only saw two other trail runners while we were there and we sat in silence eating donuts and listening to a few ornery ravens calling to each other. It's a beautiful hike on an easy to follow trail, actually, it's the Appalachian Trail so it's very easy to follow.
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Top 10 Papers of 2017 for Super Funds
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Top 10 Papers of 2017 - for Superannuation Funds
The Savvy Research team has curated this list from amongst the most popular white papers of 2017. Register today for immediate access to our FREE research library of over 15,000 white papers.
The Australian Superannuation Industry (ASFA, Mar 2017)
This 42-page paper gives a helpful historical overview of the industry. It covers different areas: the history of superannuation, the current industry structure, market concentration and scale, trends in industry structure, and more.
Australia: State of the Asset Management Industry (UBS Asset Management, 2017)
This 38-report provides an overview of the entire industry, including key information on life insurance, superannuation and funds management.
Superannuation Funds: The Case for Real Assets (Frontier Advisors, 2016)
This paper by Frontier Advisors considers some of the merits of investing in real assets. It looks particularly at unlisted infrastructure and property, and how superannuation funds might construct their portfolios to include this asset class.
Best practices in the Pension Funds investment process (PwC, 2016)
This paper by PwC examines investment process best practices by global pension funds. It looks at growing asset allocation trends, regulations, governance models, and other drivers of change.
The world's 300 largest pension funds (Willis Towers Watson, 2016)
This comprehensive paper by Willis Towers Watson provides invaluable insights into the financial state of the largest 300 pension funds in the world.
2017 ESG Trends to Watch (MSCI)
Underlying all the major ESG trends for 2017 is a strategic decision – do we change the way we think about investing, or is this business as usual.
Three ways to successfully implement factors and smart beta (Robeco, 2017)
Smart beta, which has its roots in factor investing, is enjoying growing popularity. But investors often struggle with how best to implement these strategies.
Fiscal Policy, Inflation and the Role of Real Assets (QMA, March 2017)
Of all the variables the new administration brings for investors one of the trickiest to plan for is inflation.
Inefficiencies in the Pricing of Exchange-Traded Funds (FAJ, 2017)
Despite the arbitrage mechanism that allows authorized participants to create and redeem shares for the underlying portfolios, ETF prices can deviate significantly from the net asset values
The Future of Emerging Market Equities (BNP Paribas, April 2017)
Is the recent rebound in relative performance structural or just temporary mean reversion?