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Tuesday, August 18,1998
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Ads to target 'anti-police' politiciansCop union's campaign will emulate its media attack on SIU
Politicians deemed anti -police will be the target of aggressive ad campaign like the one being run against the province's special investigations unit, the president of the Toronto police union says.
Craig Bromell said his 7,000 members are fed up with being unfairly criticized by politicians who regularly attack the police force without knowing all the facts.
So the union strategy will be to take the association's message -- either through radio, newspaper, or billboards ads -- directly to voters in neighbourhoods represented by those politicians who routinely go after the police, Bromell said.
"We want to make sure that the people in those ridings are properly educated about what these politicians are like," Bromell said in an interview.
Bromell said the union is drawing up a list of politicians, mainly on city council, who have a history of bashing or criticizing the police. But Bromell wouldn't name names, saying the union is still planning its campaign.
Union tacticsCouncillor Brian Ashton (Scarborough Bluffs), who has criticized police on certain issues, called the union tactics shocking. "I really am intimidated and frightened by that type of jingoism," Ashton said.
"Politicians or anybody else should always feel comfortable that they can make objective statements about how their security is provided," said Ashton, a former police services board member.
Any campaign aimed at politicians will likely be similar to the one the union is running against the SIU -- the civilian agency that probes incidents such as fatal police chases and shootings.
Last week, the union took out two large ads in The Star and The Toronto Sun condemning the SIU for charging Constables Karl Helimo, 31, and Gerald O'Kane, 27, with dangerous driving.
The two officers were involved in a May 11 pursuit of a stolen van in the city's east end that ended in the death of 73-year-old cyclist Clyde Barnaby.
Following rulesThe association said the officers were following the rules and the charges aren't justified. The union said the SIU decision is "just one more instance of going after the police for doing our job within the rules and as we were trained to do it."
The SIU's interim director, Leslie Chapin, said the newspaper ads were misleading and the union isn't aware of all the facts in the case.
But the ads didn't seem to upset Ontario's top cop, Solicitor-General Bob Runciman, who last week defended the association's right to attack the SIU. "I don't have any criticism of them taking their case public. They have a every right to do it," Runciman told reporters at Queen's Park.
This week the police union is expected to begin running radio spots along the same theme as those in last week's newspaper ads. Union officials won't say how much the ad campaign has cost so far.
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There is a woman I know who washes and blowdries her long, blonde hair every night. Every. Single. Night.
At the other end of the spectrum, I'd often heard about the existence of women who could go a week between washes, putting all their effort into that one perfect home blow wave. But who were they? Did they really exist?
Last year, when my hair was the longest it had been in 10 years, I decided to train my hair to wash it once a week.
As a habitual "every other day" washer, it took time. Like quitting smoking or going vegan, these retraining your hair is best tackled in stages. Going cold turkey is not advised.
I began by switching to every third day, except when I did a rigorous exercise class. I invested in good quality products, including dry shampoo. Although, and here's the rub, I only used it when it was absolutely necessary.
It took me about six months, including several terrible hair days, to train my hair to only need a wash every six to seven days. Usually by day six I am in a ponytail but it's a small price to pay for the time I am saving, not to mention the shampoo and conditioner.
What makes hair dirty?
To understand how often to wash your hair, it's worth understanding what makes it dirty in the first place.
Every person's scalp has sebaceous glands, which produce varying levels of sebum, which builds up in hair and makes it feel, look and smell oily or "dirty".
Andrea Bryceland, Kérastase's national education manager, says people's general tendency to oiliness is genetic but it can be influenced by environmental factors, such as stress.
"If you have an overactive [gland] it causes the scalp to produce more oil. But if you live in an urban environment you're likely to be exposed to pollution and dirt. A builder is going to have more exposure to dust and grit and may have to shampoo more regularly," she says.
How often should you wash?
The bottom line is there is no perfect answer but the average person washes their hair two to three times a week, Bryceland says.
The key is knowing when your hair just needs a spritz of dry shampoo and when it needs a thorough wash.
"Everybody is busy, the introduction of products like [dry shampoo] mean you can go to the gym before work ... but don't be too reliant on those products. If you're going two weeks without washing and living on dry shampoo, that's a little bit excessive," she says.
At the other end, Valonz Cutters create director and Dyson ambassador Renya Xydis says overwashing is the number-one mistake she sees every day.
"Your natural oils give moisture to your hair, over washing your hair creates dryness," Xydis says.
As a general rule, Xydis says straight or thin hair gets coated with sebum more easily and generally requires more frequent washing than curly or thick hair.
"It's important you train your hair to last at least two days before washing. If not, your scalp will start to produce excess oil to accommodate for the natural goods you're stripping away by over-washing, and you'll be left with even greasier hair. My pro tip for my clients with oily hair is to avoid applying conditioner directly to the scalp and lather the ends."
What's the correct technique for washing your hair?
There's no point putting all that work into the frequency if the technique isn't any good.
Bryceland says a double shampoo is essential: the first to remove build-up and the second to treat the hair. She recommends leaving the second shampoo on for two to three minutes, as you would a conditioner.
When you step out of the shower, don't towel dry it excessively, she says.
"Treat your hair like your favourite silk shirt. Squeeze the moisture out rather than rubbing; comb at the ends and work your way up."
Melissa Singer is National Fashion Editor of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.

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NEW YORK (CBS.MW) -- Guess? Inc. GES, +0.21% said it plans to acquire 90 percent of Maco Apparel S.p.A., the Italian licensee for Guess jeanswear in Europe, that it doesn't already own from Fingen Apparel B.V. Financial terms of the weren't disclosed. The company expects the deal to close in January. The stock closed Thursday at $16.54, down 6 cents.
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India has been home to some of the most exotic vintage cars in the world, thanks to the largesse of the Indian royalty. From Rolls-Royces to Delahayes to Hispano-Suizas, Indians had these really expensive machines custom built to their tastes. Osian, the Indian art house, has been associated with cars for quite some time, and have decided to open an auction house for the vintage and classic cars in India.
A huge number of gems from the Indian automotive heritage have been smuggled out of the country post-independence, but, it is still a 5,000 to 6,000 car market according to Osian. It is being led by Gautam Sen, one of the eminent members of Indian automotive journalism and a vintage car expert with the experience of judging international Concours events.
The auction house should open its doors in January 2019 and it will also be the place to bid for automotive art, artefacts, mascots, vintage advertisements, catalogues & brochures, film posters, rare toy model cars and related memorabilia.


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Identity. 8 little letters. One big question. Who am I?
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a book I shamelessly run to often, "Identity" is defined as, "The name of a person" and "Who someone is."
Ok, cool. I'll start there.
"The name of a person." I am a lady of many names. Sure, nicknames are enjoyable and I've had a few fun ones over the years, but my name is something that has always seemed to change. From the moment I drew my first breath in this world, I (and my beautiful twin sister) were put into Foster Care together. Some of the homes we stayed in were with real family members, but later in the years at least 10 families weren't. Throughout my youth I had 4 legal first names and 3 legal last names, something many people don't know about me. Twice my first name was changed because the family I was living with "simply didn't like it." I remember being so bemused. Was I not enough? Why did people want to change me? It was hard enough trying to figure out who I was while being a twin, but this added on a new dynamic to my identity crisis. My label kept changing, so I thought I needed to as well. (Side note: "Faith" was the only part of my name that stayed constant, and that is a testimony in and of itself.)
Ok, so back to identity. My name has been all over the place, so let's move onto the second part of the definition: "Who someone is."
When I was 5 years old I saw my first musical, "Singing in the Rain." The moment it started to rain from the ceiling and water splashed onto my face I was hooked. I started dance classes and voice lessons that Fall, and my love for the arts is just as significant today. I was fortunate enough to do theatre throughout the entirety of my Foster Care years, but although theatre healed me and was my "home" in so many ways, it also positioned a big question mark upon my identity.
My entire life I have acted, and not just on stage. I became a professional at modifying myself to play towards any audience, even if that audience was simply a family I existed with. I wanted so badly to be loved that I was willing to become the "perfect child" in any home I was placed in. I thought I was the one who needed to change and be "fixed." If they wanted funny, I was funny. If they wanted quiet, I was quiet. If they wanted smart, I would study for hours. I was constantly becoming the person others wanted around and I didn't even realize it. It was exhausting.
After I turned 18 I was finished with Foster-Care and ran away to college with so much freedom in my heart. Finally! I get to be me! But after a few years of scrambling and trying to appear "put together" to the world, I crashed. After acting for so many years I didn't even know who I was. Who even is Keeli Faith?
Two years ago I hit rock bottom. I remember driving home after a family oriented holiday (maybe Thanksgiving?) and breaking down emotionally in the car. Full on weeping. Mascara and snot everywhere. Up until that point I hadn't cried in years due to the vast amount of trauma I experienced in Foster Care, but no matter how old I get it hurts not having a family to go home to. At 22 years old I looked in the mirror, wiped off my face, and finally realized that it was time to stop acting in life, and get real with myself. Let the ugly be seen and let honesty lead the way.
That breakdown was the best thing that could have happened to me. Now, at 24 years old, I am more "me" than I have ever been. I've taken the pressure off. Not everyone is going to like me, and that's ok! I'm still enough! Everyday I process the hurts from the past a little bit more and share more of who I am without the fear of being pitied, and most importantly I live in the moment and keep my eyes peeled for the "daily happys" that are sure to come.
So my identity. Today I am:
Joyful, flawed, consistent, healing, worthy of love, beautiful, necessary, and enough.
I am Keeli Faith, and I can't wait to see who I become tomorrow.
It's so nice to meet you. #BeBonaFide
I'm sitting here tearing up... Keeli is officially on my hero list. I was blown away by her words and story. This post is exactly what the #bebonafide movement is all about. She has made the choice to find joy in her story. Life is easy for none of us and Keeli has grazed the path for us to share our story. Thank you for you sending your words over Keeli! We truly can not spread this message with out inspiring people like you.


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When you activate Google Search History, Google remembers every search that you perform. This feature helps users find websites that they visited in the past quickly. You can search Google History from your Google Web History page. For instance, to find all sites that you visited containing the word "mountain," enter "mountain" as your search term. You can also pull Google Search history results for a specific IP address.
Convert IP to Domain Name
Click the Windows "Start" menu button and type "cmd" (without the quotes).
Press "Enter" to open the "Command" window.
Type the following in the "Command" window:
Video of the Day
nslookup 111.222.333.44
Replace "111.222.333.44" with the IP address that you want to use to search Google Web History.
Press "Enter." Windows will return the domain name of the site associated with that IP address. For instance, after pressing "Enter," you may see a result similar to this:
Name: www.some-website.com
Write that name down.
Search Google History
Navigate to your Google Web History page (see resources).
Enter your login information and click "Sign In" to view your Google Web History.
Type the following in the "Search History" text box at the top of the page:
Replace "xyz" with the domain name that you wrote down. For instance, if the domain name is "www.some-website.com," type "site:www.some-website.com" in the text box.
Click the "Search History" button. Google will pull the search history for the name that you entered. Click one of the results to view the associated web page.


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A crazy Peugeot 103 stuntman
You will be rubbing your eyes in disbelief after watching this crazy Peugeot 103 stuntman!
This stuntman has certainly crossed all the limits by putting his life in danger lying down on Peugeot horizontally. His vision is reduced; the balance of the bike is diminished to a dangerous extent, but he goes on riding a bike at a fast pace. Whatever we might call the rider, his self-belief and courage have to be admired because no one has to guts to do stunts like that. One little mistake could prove costly, and he might fall off the bike only to be torn apart by the fast traffic but that is his passion that drives him to go on.


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September 12 2014
London Welsh have little time to feel sorry for themselves with a trip to Bath and The Rec facing the Club on Saturday (KO 3pm).
The Exiles were given a baptism of fire on their return to the Aviva Premiership last Sunday, as Exeter Chiefs ran in seven tries in a 52-0 win at the Kassam Stadium, and now head to The Rec to take on a Bath side looking to make it two wins from two following their round 1 victory at Sale Sharks.
"If you feel sorry for yourself you really do get burnt - there's no time for that," said team captain Tom May.
"We know what's expected now and we know the level we need to be at. We know that if we're not at that level we'll get stung.
"I'm very disappointed and it hurts; if it doesn't hurt then you're in the wrong sport. But I've still got 100 per cent belief in what we're doing - I know we can be competitive.
"Against Exeter we didn't put enough opportunities away - we need to be better. We just need to hold that period of time when we're in control of the ball and putting our attack in to shape, because we did some good stuff out there. We just turned the ball over at the wrong points."
Welsh certainly had their chances in the first half, and arguably should have led, but ended it trailing 17-0 at the break. Dave Ewers' early second half try set the tone and took the wind from Welsh sails.
"There was no lack of effort and that was plain for everyone to see, it's just about being more accurate, keeping the ball in the right areas. We coughed the ball up in their 22 a few times and you get punished for that," added May.
"We needed to capitalise on the good parts of our game. For 20 minutes of the first half we were more than competitive and we should have taken our chances, but it's a 50-point drubbing.
"Take it on the chin, use it, learn from it and get better individually and as a group. That's what we'll do and we'll fly in to Bath.
"It's about keeping your head up, belief in what we're about, belief in how we go about doing things and rising to the challenge because that's what this league is about."
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Application of SOFA score to trauma patients
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Objective: To assess the ability of the SOFA score (Sequential Organ Failure Assessment) to describe the evolution of organ dysfunction/failure in trauma patients over time in intensive care units (ICU). Design: Retrospective analysis of a prospectively collected database. Setting: 40 ICUs in 16 countries. Patients: All trauma patients admitted to the ICU in May 1995. Main outcome measures and results: Incidence of dysfunction/failure of different organs during the first 10 days of stay and the relation between the dysfunction, outcome, and length of stay. Included in the SOFA study were 181 trauma patients (140 males and 41 females).The non-survivors were significantly older than the survivors (51 years ± 20 vs 38 ± 16 years, p < 0.05) and had a higher global SOFA score on admission (8 ± 4 vs 4 ± 3, p < 0.05) and throughout the 10-day stay. On admission, the non-survivors had higher scores for respiratory ( > 3 in 47 % of non-survivors vs 17 % of survivors), cardiovascular ( > 3 in 24 % of non-survivors vs 5.7 % of survivors), and neurological systems ( > 4 in 41 % of non-survivors vs 16 % of survivors); although the trend was maintained over the whole study period, the differences were greater during the first 4–5 days. After the first 4 days, only respiratory dysfunction was significantly related to outcome. A higher SOFA score, admission to the ICU from the same hospital, and the presence of infection on admission were the three major variables associated with a longer length of stay in the ICU (additive regression coefficients: 0.85 days for each SOFA point, 4.4 for admission from the same hospital, 7.26 for infection on admission). Conclusions: The SOFA score can reliably describe organ dysfunction/failure in trauma patients. Regular and repeated scoring may be helpful for identifying categories of patients at major risk of prolonged ICU stay or death.
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To the Editors:
I write in strong support of Donna Smith's candidacy for re-election to the Board of Education.
There are many positive things to say about Donna's experience, integrity, and work ethic, but I'll leave it to others to comment on those attributes. I focus here on one and only one topic: her commitment and leadership on the topic of Educational Equity.
Among all the candidates, Donna has by far the strongest track record in making sure that all students have fair and equal access to the broadest possible range of educational opportunities. Some people who oppose her candidacy have implied that she is the enemy of educational equity.
That is a totally false and counter-productive narrative.
Donna was an early supporter and one of the main authors of the Board's Policy on Equity and Access. The cornerstone of that policy maintains course levels at Columbia High School but allows each student to freely choose the level for each course with the degree of difficulty that suits his or her individual needs. The syllabus and requirements for each course at each level are well articulated so that students can make intelligent and responsible choices, and there is opportunity for mid-year corrections if necessary. The new policy replaced the prior practice of administrative tracking of students that many people felt discriminated against minority students.
The new policy is the essence of justice and equity because it gives all students and their parents a significant measure of control over their individual educational programs without administrative interference. At the same time it offers students flexibility and options that can meet them where they are and challenge them to the degree they desire. This policy embodies the ideals that we value in Maplewood and South Orange, and Donna fought hard both publicly and behind the scenes to get it adopted. She was instrumental in drafting its fine points and remains at the forefront of assuring that it is administered accordingly.
Donna Smith is a true Champion of Educational Equity. If you care about giving our students the best chance to prepare for their adult lives in a difficult and competitive world, you should vote for Donna Smith on November 7.
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With effect from 1 January 2004, StarHub Digital Voice customers will pay 60 cents (exclude GST) for each Directory Enquiry call.
There are other existing directory search tools that are easily available on the internet. You can check the listed business telephone number via eGuide Singapore or the Greenbook.
Alternatively, you can refer to the Greenbook (CD ROM) which is distributed free-of-charge to all fixed-line subscribers.
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Natalie is my older sister, my best friend, my biggest fan, and has paved the way for me in all things- including losing a daughter. The day I told Dallas, "I love you more than I love Natalie", he didn't even believe me. And we had been married almost a year.
Natalie's firstborn, Margot passed away in 2015. We always knew we had a special bond, but our experiences in losing our daughters have brought us even closer. Margot and Alice are buried right by each other in the same cemetery. I've mentioned Natalie and Margot a few times in my posts, and I wanted to introduce her to you, so I invited her to write a post to introduce herself. Here she is:
Hello! I am Alice's Aunt Natalie, and I consider myself an incredibly lucky person to have spent so much time with my beautiful niece. Sarah is my best friend on planet Earth and my daughter Norah is just a few months older than Alice, so we spent a lot of time together in the short months of Alice's life that I will treasure for eternity.
Sarah asked me to make some guest posts on her blog from time to time to offer my own perspective on the topics that are covered in this blog- child loss, motherhood, and grief, to name a few.
I have never been as open as Sarah has- she has always been very social and vocal about her feelings, and eager to share exciting or interesting news. I, however, have always been more of a go-unnoticed and a people-forget-I-exist type of person. Example: Comments such as "I didn't know you had a Natalie" directed toward my mother MULTIPLE times throughout my life. Example: My Aunt who will go unnamed, asking my sister "Who is your friend?" except it was me.
However, Sarah's incredible ability to open up about her experience and share her faith with others throughout her darkest time has been so inspiring for me. It has made me realize that this world is full of so many loving people and that there is so much support out there if we are just willing to go out and find it!
I love that this blog is here for that purpose- people coming together just to love each other, understand each other, mourn with each other, and be here for each other as we each go through our challenges.
Going through something like this is truly a test that reveals so much about your character and through it all, Sarah has remained a source of light and love and laughter and a comfort to me. I hope that some of the things I share in my posts will also be helpful to at least one person.
To give a quick overview of my story, I lost my first daughter, Margot, 2 years ago to Trisomy 18. She lived for one week.
Her whole life went by in what I can only describe as a fuzzy haze of disbelief, sleep deprivation, hospitals, tears, tubes, and kindness from nurses, friends, family, and strangers. It was obvious throughout her short life that Margot had only just sort of passed through the veil into this life and brought a small piece of Heaven with her, intending to return as soon as possible to the other side.
It was humbling to be in her presence, knowing that her soul was so perfect, so close to God. It was even more humbling to try to wrap my mind around the fact that I was her mother and God had chosen me to be the one to bring her into the world.
Alice was the same- a perfect soul that was so close to God and sent to Earth for a short time to get a body, give us a glimpse of Heaven, and then go back. Many of you may have children who did the same thing! I want us to join together in celebrating these angels in gratitude, in love, and in hope that we can still be happy people!
The road of life without your child is long and excruciating but I love the moments that I can look back on my time with Margot and feel happy and thankful that I was her Mommy- even thought it was only 1 week. It defined me for the rest of my life. There are still moments that I cry and feel confused or angry about what happened. And that's ok. But today, I feel grateful for that week I got to hold my little girl, and the months I got to spend with Alice Michelle.


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Farm to Table Flavours in Kelowna
There's no doubt that summer in Kelowna is coming to an end. The u-pick farms are transitioning from plums and apples to squash and pumpkin, but luckily in Kelowna farm-to-table experiences are still available.
Find out where you should go to savour the last tastes of summer on the Tourism Kelowna blog.


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Attorney Michael Avenatti is no stranger to calling out President Donald Trump. The Stormy Daniels representative is known for not mincing words when criticizing the president and his former lawyer Michael Cohen.
On Friday, Avenatti took to the streets of London to join the massive resistance across the pond. The fiery attorney began tweeting to make sure that Trump knew.
Yep, lots of respect for Mr. Trump here in London today. BIGLY respect. #FightClub #Basta pic.twitter.com/fTqKaAJozi
— Michael Avenatti (@MichaelAvenatti) July 13, 2018
Huge turnout. And people are fired up. #FightClub #Basta pic.twitter.com/WuLER1dmJ1
— Michael Avenatti (@MichaelAvenatti) July 13, 2018
The tweets come a day after Trump insisted that "I get thousands of notifications from people in the UK that they love the President of the United States." In the same interview, Trump mentioned a poll that had him beating Abraham Lincoln for most popular Republican (he did not specify the name of the poll) before saying that if an "honest poll" were conducted in the UK, he'd be "very strong."
Twitter seemed to side more with Avenatti.
Tell them that the majority of Americans say, "Thank you" ❤👏🏼
— Tracey Edwards (@Blessed_Humbled) July 13, 2018
Wow, Trump at the UK press conference: "CNN is fake news. I don't take question from CNN", simply silencing CNN, then switches to Fox. If I were a journalist I would stand up and walk away.
— Simon Oak #FBPE (@SimonOak3) July 13, 2018
Tens of thousands of Brits have taken to the streets to protest Trump today. That should be us Americans EVERY SINGLE DAY.
— Sammi Soquel (@SammiSoquel) July 13, 2018
Listening to Trump's news conference in the UK. He is just an absolute idiot. No grasp of the English language at all. It's so embarrassing to have him as president of the US.
— David Hoffman (@atDavidHoffman) July 13, 2018
Avenatti is one of the thousands taking to the streets of London to protest Donald Trump. The protests come just a day after Trump's latest slight against our closest ally.


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Simplicity in textures and colors, the use of natural light, an efficient building program developed along three longitudinal zones and the creation of a working environment with ideal conditions for its users and visitors were also the key points that guided the design for Reed Smith's new office space in Athens. The office space is divided in three parallel zones: the meeting rooms, the 'buffer zone' in the middle and the associates' zone. The design is characterized by simple geometry, functionality and extensive use of modern and efficient materials and systems. The introduction of a longitudinal and porous zone along the main axis, became the focal design point of the programmatic arrangement. This 'buffer zone' accommodates the reception, two areas for relaxation and two workstations for visiting associates. It divides the offices in two bays; the office area and the meeting rooms and is confined by two rows of bookcases. The main ceiling is formed with the use of a reflective stretched membrane; dissolving the spatial boundaries and further diffusing the natural light inside. The meeting rooms are placed behind a long lacquered wall with flushed pivot doors in petrol blue color. Parallel to these rooms and on the other side of the buffer zone, a frosted glass wall separates the associates' offices.
Design - Construction: R.C.TECH, 2014
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The Rewards And Challenges Of On-line Credit Card Payment For Auction Companies
It is not surprising, then, that a lot more and more net web sites are looking for to facilitate company via accepting on line credit card payment for companies. Several research have proven that the usefulness of on line credit card payment for services can increase enterprise and attract a lot more clients for a service provider.
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One of the first tasks that a world wide web internet site proprietor has to underneath consider just before accepting credit card payments is that of opening a merchant account. You should possibly research numerous possibilities since the very best one particular for you will most likely depend on the volume of sales you assume, the quantity of customers you will have and possibly the size of every common transaction. Charges can be higher for many little transactions and that may impact your final choice. Month to month charge payments for the merchant account can also be a issue with many of the merchant account alternatives.
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You Will Be Made To Care Chronicles: Religious speech in the crosshairs
Erick has written extensively on the subject of "you will be made to care." The idea is simple. You no longer have the ability to ignore sexual perversion and cultural rot. That is not good enough. For social pathologies, like "transgender rights" and "homosexual marriage" (bestiality, incest, and pedophilia along with abortion and euthanasia are being supported by the same people who have succeeded in | Read More »
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Welcome to Apex Legends
Test your mettle in a hero-driven, squad-based battle royale experience set in the Titanfall universe - completely free to play.
Unite with Legends and dominate The Frontier
Jump into a brand new battle-royale experience from Respawn Entertainment, the veteran studio behind the Titanfall series.
Apex Legends is a free-to-play, battle royale shooter with an ever expanding suite of finely-tuned legendary characters and powerful abilities filled with hundreds of cosmetic unlocks to hunt down.
Team up to battle for fame and fortune on the fringes of the Frontier - an all new region of the Titanfall universe - and master a roster of diverse characters, deep, tactical squad play, and a host of fresh innovations that seek to revolutionise the battle royale genre.
Season two
A brand new character, a tough new ranked play mode and an experimental new weapon join the pandemonium as Apex Legends' second season, Battle Charge, gets underway.
Meet 'Wattson'
Head into battle with Natalie "Wattson" Paquette, a skilled engineer who helped build the Apex Arena's Modified Containment Ring. Set up electric fences to slow your enemies with her 'Perimeter Security' ability or block incoming ordinance with her 'Interception Pylon' Ultimate.
Brave 'Ranked Mode'
Climb through six different competitive tiers (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Apex Predator) and earn exclusive rewards at the end of each season based on where you place.
Wield the 'L-STAR'
It only takes a few shots to put down a full squad with his powerful energy weapon, but that power comes at a price: sustained fire causes it to overheat and cut out briely. If you time your shots right, however, you'll take your enemies out before things start to heat up.
It takes grit, talent and a lot of luck to become a Legend. Pick your favorite and see what their unique set of skills can do for your squad.
Professional soldier
Born into a military family, Bangalore has been an exceptional soldier since she was young. Top of her class at the IMC Military Academy, she's the only cadet who could take apart a Peacekeeper, equip it with a Precision Choke hop-up, and put it back together in under 20 seconds – blindfolded.
Technological tracker
Known across the Outlands as one of the greatest game hunters on the Frontier – Bloodhound's identity is a mystery wrapped in layers of rumours: fabulously wealthy, a bloodthirsty murderer, a Goliath whisperer, a former slave, half-bat and a dozen other things depending on who you ask.
Toxic trapper
Scientist Alexander Nox previously worked at Humbert Labs - the Frontier's leading manufacturer of pesticides - where he worked day and night developing new gases. To make sure they worked, however, he needed to test them on more than the lab's inert tissue samples - he needed something living.
Shield fortress
The son of two SARAS (Search and Rescue Association of Solace) volunteers, Gibraltar has always been skilled at getting others out of dangerous situations. However, he only began to understand the value of protecting others when he and his boyfriend got trapped by a deadly mudslide.
Combat medic
Once the child of wealthy war profiteers, Ajay Che left home when she learned of her family heritage. enlisting in the humanitarian Frontier Corps to help communities instead. She's since devoted her life to helping others and joined the Apex Games to fund the Frontier Corps with her winnings.
Holographic trickster
The youngest of four brothers, Mirage perfected the art of fooling around to get attention. The one thing he took seriously was the Holo-Pilot technology introduced to him by his engineer mother. Even when his brothers went MIA during the Frontier War, Mirage continued to develop his holo devices.
Forward scout
A MRVN (Mobile Robotic Versatile eNtity) modified to specialise in location scouting and surveying, he booted up decades ago in an abandoned laboratory with no idea who created him or why. With only his MRVN designation to hint at his identity, Pathfinder set off in search of his creator.
Interdimensional skirmisher
A whirlwind fighter, able to execute deadly attacks and manipulate spacetime, Wraith awoke in a detention facility some years ago with no memory of her previous life. Guided by whisperings in her mind, she harnessed her newfound powers to escape the facililty and search for answers.
Adrenaline junkie
The bored heir to Silva Pharmaceuticals, Octavio took to performing death-defying stunts for fans online - a pursuit that wound up costing him his legs. With help from Ajay Che, however, he managed to find bionic replacements and with his new-found mobility decided to enter the Apex Games.
Static defender
Daughter of the Games' lead electrical engineer, Natalie Paquette discovered her calling at a young age, becoming a prodigious engineer who was eventually commissioned to build the Apex Games' Modified Containment Ring. After her father passed, she made new friends and took her skills inside the arena.
Join other Legends on the battlefield and combine your unique skills to form the ultimate crew, making strategic calls on the fly and adapting to meet new challenges as the match evolves.
Master a growing roster of powerful Legends, each with their own unique personalities, strengths and special abilities that define your role in the battle.
Hunt down a host of powerful weapons, attachments and armour, collect cosmetics to personalise your character and weapons, and unlock new ways to show off your skills during the match.
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Dope Designs! The Nook House By MU Architecture
As you probably know by now, we here at stupidDOPE love stunning architecture. Today we get a prime example of such, a dope and interesting design known as The Nook House By MU Architecture. This impressive and unique design features a two-story design with some modern and outstanding features. The holiday home features a roof that extends out, providing a unique steep design.
The main room extends out over the folded upper level to create a south-facing terrace. The fair facade, polished concrete floors, stark black finishes, and warm cedar makes for a lavish and warm appeal, while offering up some stunning views of the cool Quebec surroundings. THis is certainly something unique, with glazed walls that provide amazing views. Check out the outstanding new design in the images below and speak your mind on it after the jump. Stay tuned for much more amazing architecture coming very soon!


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Browns QB Baker Mayfield willing to be 'best backup possible'
Cleveland Browns head coach Hue Jackson announced quarterback Tyrod Taylor has earned the starting job going into the 2018 NFL season. Fortunately, it seems quarterback Baker Mayfield is not having any hard feelings about the decision.
Of course, the writing was on the wall that Taylor would start before he was even drafted. For now, Mayfield is looking to contribute in any way he can, via Michael David Smith of Pro Football Talk:
"I wasn't brought here to just start," Mayfield said. "I was brought here to help turn things around. Whatever my role is, that's what I'll do. Whether that's to run the scout team or be the best backup possible or playing. I need to be prepared for when I do get my shot to play. Other than that I'll keep getting better and contribute to this team."
It is encouraging to see that Mayfield is not too distraught by the decision. Perhaps his team-first mentality is part of the reason why the Browns were so enamored with him to begin with.
Regardless, there is always a certain sense of pressure that comes with being the No. 1 overall pick. Not only are they expected to start right away but most people want to see an immediate return on such a heavy investment. However, Cleveland put themselves in a position this offseason where they did not have to rely on a rookie quarterback right out of the gate.
It goes without saying that Taylor has established himself as a legitimate starting quarterback in this league. That said, the Browns can now take their time with Mayfield's development while making sure they can compete in the 2018 NFL season.


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When you are heads-up in a Spin & Go, knowing how to play pre-flop is a tricky, yet highly important thing. This video should only be seen as a starting point. It should help you to beat the opponents on lower stakes Spin & Go's but there will be much room to learn. Watch the video to learn more.
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When you plan to take a hard earned vacation, why not spend money on the vacation rather than on your next electricity bill. Being eco-friendly can also help you save some cash by being energy efficient. Whether traveling for business or pleasure or just visiting friends or family over the weekend, here is a short checklist which will help you save on your next utility bill.
- Water Heater: Unless you have a tank-less water heater, this unit consumes energy to keep the water warm even if you are not using the hot water. Over the month, this unit will cost you a couple of bucks so unless you fear that the pipes will freeze, you can safely turn it off. Even the temperature very low will help you in your next bill.
- Furnace: Turn this baby down to 50 to 55 F and save 10 to 30 percent on your heating bill without the fear of freezing your pipes.
- Refrigerator: Give all the perishables to your neighbors and turn it down to the lowest settings. You can go as high as 38 F without spoilage and keep the freezer at -5 F which will still keep your fish and veggies frozen.
- Lights: Turn them off when you are away and if you need them for safety, install timer or motion detected lights to keep your home protected.
- Electronics: Unplug them and don't let the "Phantom Load" bite you. Even when the electronics are not turned on but are just plugged in, they still tend to consume power. So reduce all the extra energy cost by unplugging them completely.
- Air Conditioning: Your home does not need to be chilled when you are away, so turn off the cooling and save as much as $15 biweekly.
- Stove: If you know how to reignite your pilot, shutting it down during a vacation will save you a few bucks every month.
- Last Step: Make sure to unplug your microwave, toaster, coffee maker, blow dryer and cordless phones etc. Even your TV, DVD Player and battery charger also needs to be unplugged but by taking a few extra minutes and unplugging these will help you save at the end of the month.


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Working as a tradesman has both its perks and downsides in terms of physical fitness. There are plenty of tradesmen that have never had to step foot in a gym and due to the physical demands of the job, are still able to keep a great physique. The muscle toning from lifting, carrying and other everyday tasks can go a lot further than an hour in the gym every day pulling weights.
However, there are also a number of problems that come with the physical demands of typical tradesman jobs. For a start, if you do like to go to the gym after work to improve other fitness areas, you may find that you are drained of energy. Or maybe you play for a sports team and find your energy levels are always low. Do you wish there was a better way to manage your body?
Another negative is that you can start to get injuries that may affect you not just now but also later on in life. Working outside for years can take its toll, and you're likely to suffer from joint pains at some point. So, there are quite a few physical concerns when you work in this type of industry. That is why it is crucial that you have a good nutrition and fitness plan to keep yourself in peak condition.
Here are just a few tips that will help you to have a more balanced, nutricious and healthy, lifestyle:
Plan ahead
When you require a lot of energy on a regular basis for your work, the one thing you need to make sure you eat well and get the nutrition you need is to get organised. Schedule weekly grocery shopping days to get all the supplies you need. Invest in a cooler to keep your lunches fresh and cook meals with plenty of vegetables, and be sure to make extra food for your dinners in the evening, when you're likely to have run out of steam!
It's also important not to give into the temptation of greasy food – while it may seem like a quick fix when you're up early in the morning or coming home late at night, because it's so high in fat, it's not very good for replenishing your energy stores. Fat takes a long time to digest (upwards of 6 hours) before it can be turned into usable energy. Though if you're really struggling, grabbing an energy bar is a great way to give you a bit of a boost when you're lagging.
Build muscle with a high energy diet
As most people know, building muscle requires some form of muscular training and eating foods enriched with adequate protein, whether its protein shakes, meats and/or legumes etc.
However it's important to remember that you're eating enough calories to make up for the high energy required to keep building muscle. Not only that, but high protein-based meals can often have a deficit of essential minerals and nutrients, so ensure that meals contain a healthy serving of varied vegetables and fruits. These are not only essential for building muscle efficiently, but protect other parts of your health like your brain, heart and immune systems.
You might think that a high calorie diet would impede muscular growth, but its really excess saturated fats, sugar and a lack of exercise which really inhibits muscle growth and cause you to pile on the pounds. So train hard, eat well, and see your body gradually transform that of a greek god.
Pack your meals the night before
While it may seem silly, being sure to pack your meals the night before will alleviate some of the stress in the morning when you're trying to get out the door at 6am. Get yourself into a routine and reap the rewards of being less stressed and calmer when you head off to work for the day.
Rest plenty
For most tradesmen the answer to the question, "do you lift, bro?", is a resounding yes. After all, even if you don't hit the gym, the average tradesman is often lifting all kinds of materials, supplies and/or furniture to. However, not everyone gets the adequate rest they need to efficiently build muscle. Just as a sculptor takes takes time to carve perfection into their work, it takes time for your body to repair and build new muscle. Just have faith that you will inevitably attain that herculean body of steel sooner or later.
Pack healthy snacks that are easy to eat for snaking between meals
Not eating frequently enough can be a big problem for most tradesmen. Since your job is incredibly physically demanding, its essential to snack, or "graze", little and often on healthy foods (especially good protein options). Try and get into the habit of grazing on something every couple of hours, as it will help give you the energy you need to carry on doing your work. Having enough protein in your day to day will make a huge difference to keeping your energy up throughout the day.
If you have a particularly demanding week ahead of you, be sure to increase your portion sizes to accommodate for that. If your work is a bit easier, then ease back on the calories and limit any potential fat gain. You should be aiming for healthy, nutrient-rich food choices to make you sharper on the job, and maybe give you enough energy to finally hit the gym again!
Limiting your feeding window between 9-12 hrs
New research suggests that not only what you eat, but the timing of what you eat has an effect on your overall health. From affecting your chances of getting diabetes, to increasing muscle mass, timing can have a significant effect on different aspects of your health. Studies show that eating within a 9 – 12 hour time-frame is best for your body and for giving your metabolism enough time to rest between feeding periods. So if your first meal is at 8 am, it's best to get your dinner by 5-8 pm. If this is easy to do, try eating as close as possible to that 9 hr feeding period, since that seems to be the sweet spot for various benefits.
Drink plenty of water throughout the day
When you're trying to keep your energy levels up throughout the day, it can be really tempting to reach for a soft drink, sports drink or energy drink to tide you through – but don't do it! If you're thirsty, water is the best thing for you, and you won't believe the amount of extra energy you have if you increase your water intake. Although, if you do find yourself in energy-deprivation, coffee is a much better choice – provided you lose the sugar!
Keep your water bottle handy at all times and drink lots throughout the day, especially in the summer. It'll help keep you energised and won't cause you to sugar crash the way fizzy and sugary drinks will.
Listen to your body
It's easy to get into the mind-set that aches and pains are all part of the job. Stop thinking this way! You only get one body and you need to look after it well. If your muscles are aching then have a long soak in the bath or take a Jacuzzi. If you have problem areas like you back or shoulders, treat yourself to a sports massage. Take supplements to help your joints take on the everyday strains, and see a doctor if you have any concerns about pains you're experiencing.
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Here is a beautiful sketchnote by Philipp Hieslmair.
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Hey, I sometimes do quick sketches on videos and TED talks I watch. Today I watched this talk of a guy called Alexander Nix on how they used big data analysis as a tool for the presidential election in the US. Scary. Thought this might be one for you guys. Cheers, Philipp
I' a B&W fan and this sketchnote is an excellent example: gray shadows to give depth, crisp traits and nice use of white spaces.
Great work Philipp!
- Mauro


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Tortilla Soup – The FAST Way!
While flipping through the December issue of Gourmet magazine I stumbled across Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup. "Yum" I thought as started reading the Ingredients and Directions. "Ouch" I said, when I realized that it would take 3 and 3/4 hours to make. Who has that amount of time to spend on a Tuesday night dinner?
But, then I realized 2 and 3/4 hours of the time was due to cooking the chicken and making homemade stock. So, I decided to cheat. Solution: store bought stock and rotisserie chicken. Easy, peasy dinner in an hour!
Chipotle Chicken Tortilla Soup
2 Quarts Chicken Broth
1 Rotisserie Chicken
3 whole Allspice
1 whole Clove
1/2 t cumin seeds
1 t black peppercorns
1 medium white onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves
2 T chipotles in adobo, finely chopped
1 T adobo sauce from can
1 C brown rice
1 1/2 # sweet potatoes (about 2 ), peeled and cut into 1/2″ pieces
1 (15-19oz) can black beans
2 avocados, sliced
2 limes, cut into wedges
1/2 C finely chopped cilantro
Smashed tortilla chips
And if you are feeling a little frisky some grated cheese and sour cream!
1. Heat chicken stock in large soup pot. While heating toast spices over medium-low heat, until fragrant and a shade darker (about 2 minutes).
2. Transfer spices to a blender along with onion, garlic, chipotles and adobo sauce, 2 1/2 t salt, and 1 C chicken stock. Blend until mixture is smooth and spices are ground.
3. Add puree to stock in the pot along with rice and sweet potatoes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer, covered, until sweet potatoes and rice are tender (about 45 minutes).
4. While soup simmers, discard skin and bones of rotisserie chicken and shred meat into bite size pieces. Prepare garnishes.
5. When rice and sweet potatoes are tender, add chicken and black beans to soup and simmer, uncovered for 5 minutes.
6. Season soup with salt and pepper and serve with garnishes of lime wedges, cilantro, avocados, and tortilla chips!


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Highway robbery of travellers by the Government must stop
For time immemorial, travellers have been vulnerable to highway robbery – forced to pay up simply to be allowed to continue on our way. But nowadays, it is not crooks and highway men that fleece us, but our own government.
No country has been more cynical or aggressive in at targeting air passengers than Britain. Since it was introduced by Kenneth Clarke in 1993, Air Passenger Duty (APD), which is must be paid by nearly every adult passenger departing from the UK on an international flight has soared from £5 a head to a minimum of £13, with a top rate of £71 for long-haul flights (more than 2,000 miles) - and those are only the rates for economy passengers. Upgrade yourself and the tax doubles.
This week, however, there was finally some relief for a few of us. On March 1, the age at which APD becomes payable was raised from 12 to 16. In the greater scheme of things it is hardly a significant development. Over all, we still suffer the highest airport taxes in the world, the Treasury continues to rake in over £3 billion a year from APD, and the number of families which will gain from the age limit change is relatively small. But it is, at least, a tacit acknowledgement by the Government that it had gone too far in taxing travellers.
What the Government won't accept however, is that we all - taxpayers, travellers and the Treasury - could be better off if APD is abolished altogether. Three years ago a study by PwC concluded that the tax acts as a brake on the economy. Abolish it and the the net gain for George Osborne could be £250m. On this basis, several European countries - including Ireland, Belgium, Denmark, Holland, Malta, and Norway - have all scrapped their air passenger taxes in recent years. And now Scotland, and possibly Wales are seeing the light. The Scottish government - which is being giving powers over this aspect of taxation - confirmed late last year that it will halve the rate of APD paid by passengers flying out of Scottish airports from 2018. And in December the UK government confirmed that it is still actively considering the case and the options for devolving powers over APD to Wales.
This will of course create a highly distorted situation. Passengers flying out of Edinburgh will pay half as much tax as those leaving Newcastle; and Cardiff could gain similarly at Bristol's expense. There have been suggestions that the economy of south-west England could lose £850m and 1,500 jobs as a result. In short, it's a mess, and an expensive one. Why should English travellers - or at least travellers flying from English airports - be forced to pay more tax than in Scotland or Wales? And why should we be paying the tax at all, when there is strong evidence that it is a counter-productive way of raising revenue?
The Budget is on Wednesday week. There is still just time for George Osborne to have one last think about those questions.
Are you due an APD refund?
APD is collected automatically by airlines when you book a flight. If you booked and paid for children between the ages of 12 and 16 (at the time of travel) before the APD changes were announced last year, then you should be entitled to a refund. Airlines have different policies on how this refund will be made - most charter operators are making automatic credits to the bank card with which a flight or holiday was booked, while most no-frills and scheduled airlines require you to apply online. If you have trouble obtaining a refund, please email us at email@example.com. We can't take on every case, but we will help where we can, and we will be alerted if there are problems with particular airlines.
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Sr. Software Engineer - Java
Let me tell you about an artificial intelligence (AI) company that you probably have never hear of, but you will. As a matter of fact, this company is the world's largest independent AI company and it's headquartered in the Boston area. We operate at the intersection of customer experience and AI – two of today's hottest and most dynamic industries.
How successful have we been doing this? Over the past 5 years, our compound annual growth rate is near 45%, and this year will achieve $100M in revenue. We serve some of the largest and best-known brands in the world, from telecommunications to technology and finance to retail.
Interactions' mission is to create amazing customer experiences by advancing AI technology that understands and engages on a human level. The human element of what we do not only relates to how we differentiate our AI technology, more importantly, it informs and guides our focus on our most valuable asset, our employees. We endeavor to create opportunities for our employees to advance their skills, their interests, their passions, their careers and their lives. Like all companies, we're not perfect, but we are committed to continually improving our employee value proposition, one that centers on competiveness, flexibility and an appreciation for individuality.
For prospective employees, if that sounds challenging and exciting, we'd love to talk to you. We set a high bar, but if working with the best and brightest, at the epicenter of a transformational technology wave, consider Interactions (https://www.interactions.com/about-us/careers/ ).
Job Responsibilities
- Contribute to the creation of a massively scalable, highly available SaaS platform.
- Responsible for troubleshooting and fixing issues.
- Effectively communicate within and outside the team.
- Bring new technical ideas, in keeping with latest industry trends, to fruition by prototyping and then incorporating it into the Platform.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar field.
- Four to five years of relevant experience including hands-on coding in Java and other JVM based languages.
- Exposure to all phases of the software Development Lifecycle, with an initial focus on implementation and testing key feature.
- Exposure to SQL, databases and other persistence technologies using Java.
- Proven ability in writing design documentation and using TDD (Test Driven Development).
- Experience with coding in Java and/or other JVM based languages (Scala)
- Experience with Spring and/or Spring Boot framework.
- Prior experience with IVR, voice technologies and/or protocols.
- Experience with high concurrency, multi-threading environments..
- Enjoy coding and solving challenging technical problems using computer science.
About Interactions:
Interactions is a leading provider of speech and natural language technology that enables businesses and consumers to engage in productive conversations. With flexible products and solutions designed to meet the growing demand for unified, multichannel customer care, Interactions is delivering significant cost savings and unprecedented customer experience for some of the largest brands in the world. Founded in 2004, Interactions is headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts with additional offices in Indiana, Texas, New Jersey and New York. For more information, visit www.interactions.com.


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The Agilent 8664A signal generator is suited for basic receiver testing up to 3.0 GHz. With Option 004 (low-noise enhancement), it can be used for out-of-channel receiver testing or as a clock source where having the lowest phase jitter is important. Radar testing can be done by adding Option 008 (pulse modulation) . Pulse width and delay can be internally adjusted between 50 ns and 999 ns, eliminating the need for an external pulse generator. Standard FM rates of up to 2 MHz and deviations to 10 MHz are suitable for many applications such as high-speed digital communications.
This unit has the following applications:
* RF Communications: Wideband FM with rates to 6 MHz for simulation of many new digital systems
* Component Testing: Ideal clock source with low phase jitter for high speed digital components
* Radar/EW Testing: Pulse modulation with internal delay and width adjust
* Avionics: Coverage of most weather and avionics radars. Option 008 provides pulse modulation capable of generating desired pulse width and delay internally
This unit has the following features:
* <-140 dBc/Hz typical SSB phase noise at 20 kHz offset at 1 GHz with Option 004
* <-100 dBc nonharmonic spurious to 2 GHz reduces error when testing spurious immunity of receivers
* AM, FM, and optional pulse modulation
* 0.01 Hz frequency resolution
* Frequency Range: 0.1 to 3000 MHz
* Switching Speed (within 100 Hz): < 100 ms (Option 004)
* Output Level Range: +9 to -139.9 dBm (Option 008)
This unit has the following options installed:
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What are the busiest times for stores on Black Friday?
If you want to avoid the crowds on Black Friday, avoid shopping between 2pm and 4pm. At least, thats what Google's location data says.
Google announces new store visit metrics in AdWords
Google has today announced new features for its store visits metric for AdWords users.
AdWords: Now Catering to Multi-Channel Advertisers
Recent upgrades to Google AdWords allows the platform to generate multi-channel advertising campaigns with ease. This discusses how these optimizations can benefit digital marketers.
9 Year-Over-Year Data Points Every SEO Should Monitor
Because there's so much seasonality in search, this columnist prefers long-term analytics when it comes to organic traffic based on location, demographic and device, as well as organic 404s.


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Arthroscopy is an advanced surgical procedure used to treat orthopaedic conditions which offers less risk and remarkable results for patients.
This procedure is also known as arthroscopic surgery. Surgeons perform this minimally invasive surgical procedure to correct orthopaedic joint trauma/conditions by inserting an arthroscope into a small incision in the compromised area.
The arthroscope allows the surgeon to see and treat the patient through the incisions, providing a quick recovery and less post-operative pain than with open surgery. In nearly all cases, patients are able to return home the same day as their procedure is performed.
Conditions treated with arthroscopy include:
Arthroscopy is common in the knee and shoulder but can also be done in the hip, ankle, elbow and wrist.


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Evacuation of Retained Products of Conception (ERPC)
The ERPC is a procedure that involves the widening of the cervix, and later an instrument is attached to the uterine walls for suction. The uterine lining and any other tissues, which look abnormal inside the uterus are removed and may be sent to a laboratory for pathology tests.
General Risks of the Procedure
a) The risk of chest infection. This risk is due to a collapse in the small area of the lungs. The treatment requires antibiotics and physiotherapy.
b) Pain and swellings on the legs. This risk is due to clots in the leg that is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). In rare cases, part of the clot may break off and move to the lungs, which can be fatal.
c) A heart attack. This risk is due to the strain on the heart. It may lead to a stroke.
d) Wound and chest infection, heart and lung problems, and blood clots in the veins. This risk is higher in obese people, and in smokers.
e) In very rare cases, death.
Risks and Complications of the Procedure
a) Tearing or damage to the cervix
b) Damage to the uterus. This complication may be due to the perforation and bowel damage. For treatment, further surgery should be done to show a possibility of bowel resection and may include a colostomy.
c) There is a possibility of damage to blood vessels and bladder. This complication requires further surgery, which includes laparoscopy, hysterectomy, laparotomy, and a prolonged hospital stay.
d) Severe bleeding from the uterus (hemorrhage). This complication requires a blood transfusion, and in rare times removal of the uterus.
e) The possibility of incomplete removal of tissue from the uterus. This treatment requires surgery for removal.
f) An Infection in the uterus and tubes. This complication requires antibiotics
g) Removal of the endometrium (lining of the womb). This risk can result in scarring the inside of the uterus and may cause difficulty in future fertility.


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Hindhead Golf Club
Our aim is to present an acclaimed heathland course with the finest greens in a friendly and welcoming Members' Club.
Founded in 1904 by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and a small group of golfing enthusiasts, Hindhead Golf Club is set in one of the most glorious natural settings and ranks amongst the best of Britain's heathland courses.
The 18-hole layout measures 6,390 yards, with a par of 70 and, situated close to the A3 and just an hour's drive from London, this wonderfully conditioned and presented course is a must for every golfer.
"One of my favourite courses of all time with greens that are kept in magnificent shape".
Thank you to the website Contributors
Monday 29th July 2019
Hindhead's own David Corben won his seventh Devil's Punchbowl after a play-off against fellow home player Ben Patterson.
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Monday 3rd June 2019
Hindhead Member David Corben has won his third County Championship in five years at Purley Downs Golf Club.
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Wednesday 15th May 2019
Hindhead Golf Club hosted the southern qualifier for the prestigious Brabazon Trophy on Tuesday 14th May.
132 elite amateur golfers from around the UK and Europe were competing for 33 places in the field for the English Men's Open Amateur Stroke Play Championship for the Brabazon Trophy which will be played at Alwoodley Golf Club, Yorkshire, from 30th May to 2nd June.
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Tuesday 18th December 2018
A number of very positive reviews during 2018 show that reviewers continue to enjoy playing Hindhead and are very complementary about the course conditioning, especially in a year which has seen so many climatic challenges.
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First Edition of Jack Nicklaus' The Full Swing; Signed by Him
The Full Swing.
Nicklaus, Jack with Ken Bowden.$300.00
Item Number: 60058
New York: Golf Digest Books, 1984.
First edition of this golf instructional. Quarto, original boards, illustrated. Signed on the half-title page, "Best regards Jack Nicklaus." Near fine in a very good dust jacket. Illustrations by Jim McQueen.
Jack Nicklaus is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, winning a record 18 career major championships, while producing 19 second-place and 9 third-place finishes, over a span of 25 years.


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Nappy Single Packs & Cartons
Why Japanese nappies?
Japanese nappies are the best! They are super comfortable and keep your baby dry for hours.
Say goodbye to endless nappy changes and annoying baby rashes. Say hello to extra sleep and more smiles.
Don't just take our word for it. Give Japanese nappies a try. Your Superbaby will thank you!
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I've told everyone in my mums group to get their nappies from Superbaby Japan. Such a time-saver!


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Drew Helton #8
High school: eastern greene
hs gradutation class: 2020
Age: 15
Weight: 165
Height: 5'10
PLayer Bio:
My name is Drew Helton and I chose DistinXion because I felt it was the best place to become a better player and person. I love how they value discipline and responsibility. My goals in basketball are to one day play in college. In college, I would like to study physical therapy so I can one day become a physical therapist and help others. Outside of basketball some of my favorite things to do include going fishing, camping, and hanging with my friends. Fun fact: I would love to one day travel out of the state and see other parts of the country.
"There's nothing to fear, but fear itself"


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10 apps that'll make student life a lot easier
|21 March 2018
Everyday student-life can be filled with stress, for Dutch and international students alike.
'I can't stop procrastinating when it comes to studying.'
'I wish I could understand what the cashier is saying to me in the supermarket'.
'How do I even get to my class?'
These are all thoughts that may plague the student mind. But, fear not! Even though student life may seem overwhelming at times, there is help out there. Help that comes in the compact form of phone apps. I have searched high and low to put together a comprehensive list of apps, specifically tailored for students of the University of Groningen. Here is my top 10:
- iGroningen
The first thing I searched for was a University app, and iGroningen popped up straight away. This app covers various aspects of University life; ranging from viewing your grades, courses and schedules to informing you how many computers are available in the library and maps to all the different campuses. It is essentially a quick, condensed version of Nestor that fits in your pocket.
- Scanner Pro
Scanner Pro allows you to take a photo of any paper document, which it will scan and save as a digital version in the form of an editable PDF to any cloud storage system. It automatically detects borders and tilts the document into shape, as well as correcting any blurry distortion. This app is perfect for law students in particular when it comes to tackling difficult chunks of text, and for only €3.99 it will save countless hours of time.
- Duolingo
If you are a language student or have little grasp of Dutch, Duolingo is a fantastic app for providing free, simple language lessons. Forget the days of falling asleep reading off endless lists of foreign vocabulary, Duolingo offers games with vocabulary adapted to your specific level of understanding of the language, such as matching words to photos and forming sentences out of a group of potential words (and has made going to the supermarket 100 times easier!)
- Wolfram Alpha
If, however, you are studying a more number-based subject, such as maths or economics, then Wolfram Alpha will become your Bible. Racking your brains for the solution to that horrible maths problem that just won't solve itself? No problem. Just type it into Wolfram Alpha and watch the mysteries of mathematics unravel before your eyes.
- Booster buddy
Being a student comes hand in hand with a lot of stress. If you are suffering from any particular mental health issue or even if you're just feeling deflated, Booster buddy moulds a character to cater to your needs. You are given a little 'buddy' that will assign you three tasks every day to make you feel a little better and clarify your thoughts. For example, researching Groningen's local government, which can help you to feel less isolated; especially when moving to a new city. It's a helping hand to get you out of bed in the morning and make your day a little brighter.
- Bike citizens
Living in one of the bike capitals of the world, it is sometimes difficult to know the best routes to take without crashing into pedestrians, as well as avoiding busy roads. Bike Citizens is an app created using the knowledge of local couriers that suggest the best route for your anticipated journey, as well as highlighting attractions that you pass along the way.
- Flixbus
If Groningen is not your hometown or you are an avid traveller and long to be on the road, then the FlixBus app is perfect for you. Its clear layout displays your upcoming journeys, helps with bookings and offers travel at discounted prices. With coach journeys from Groningen to Eindhoven at €7, you have no excuse not to go home and visit the family, and if you are an international student it provides you with the perfect opportunity to explore the Netherlands on a student budget.
- Splitwise
Ever cooked a dinner with friends and had to study receipts for an age to figure out exactly who owes how much money to who? Or have you been the unfortunate victim of having to pay off a friend's drink at a bar? Those days are over. Splitwise is an app that allows you to type in exactly how much money you spent and it will directly divide the amount between the number people that were involved. Easy peasy.
- Thuisbezorgd App
It's Tuesday night. You have three assignments due for Thursday, a book to read and what's worse you still have to cook. That's where the Thuisbezorgd app comes in useful. This app allows you to compare every type of take-out food in Groningen and compare prices and tastes, allowing you to order dinner directly to your door. WARNING: Overuse of this app may cause obesity, be sure to use it in moderation!
- Forest: Stay Focused app
Is procrastination your middle name? If it weren't for social media consistently buzzing away on your phone do you believe you could be a lot more productive? Well, fear no longer because the Forest app has found a cure for this problem. By leaving your phone alone, a small tree will start to grow. The greater period you leave your phone untouched, the bigger the tree will become. Each time you open your phone, the tree will disappear and start its growth cycle again. So, in order to allow the tree to cultivate, you must keep studying!
These are my top apps for students. Have I missed anything? Let me know in the comments!


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Last Updated: September 19th
Films from the 1980s often get a bad reputation, culturally dominated as they were by family-friendly films (E.T.: The Extraterrestrial, Short Circuit), the rise of blockbuster franchises (Back to the Future, Star Wars, Indiana Jones) and lots of Reagan-era excess: Big hair, terrible fashion, and synthesizer music that's done more to date good '80s movies than telephone technology. It obviously wasn't all bad, of course, or the 1980s wouldn't be such a rich resource for remakes and reboots.
Below are 10 of the best '80s movies on Netflix streaming to watch tonight. Some highlight the excesses of the decade. Others flaunt formula and subvert topes made famous by other 1980s films. Still, others are singular achievements that would stand out in any decade.
Related: The Best 90s Movies On Netflix Right Now
Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Run Time: 115 min | IMDb: 8.5/10
The Indiana Jones franchise has been housed on Amazon Prime for a while now but it's finally making its way to Netflix with the streaming platform hosting all four feature films. Of course, nothing beats the original, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and as far as travel and adventure go, this movie has everything you could possibly want. A hero with a love for archeology and whips? Check. An adventure to recover a stolen artifact with destructive powers? Check check. Harrison Ford beating up Nazis while uttering sarcastic one-liners and with a twinkle in his eye? Did movies even exist before this?


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Private Walks and Tours
All of our public walks and discussions are available as private tours for your family, school group, company, or organization. Enjoy your own private and customized historian-led walk at one of Beijing's famous sites or exploring the city's hidden neighborhoods. Each private walk is tailor-made to incorporate you and your group's interests and goals. We can also work with you to customize all-day and multi-day tour programs including transportation to and from your hotel, visits to Beijing's hottest restaurants and best local eateries, and more. Whether you are here for history or to experience the best of modern Beijing, let us craft your best Beijing experience.
Choose from some of our most popular walking tours
The Emperor and the Lama: A Walk and Discussion at the Lama Temple and Confucian Temple
Imperialism Opium and Nationalism: A Walk and Discussion at the Old Summer Palace
Hutong Walk: Traditions and Transitions (Beixinqiao and Jiadaokou Neighborhoods)
Hutong Walk: Missionaries, Ministers, and Musicians (Dengshikou Area, Shijia Hutong Museum, Zhihua Temple)
Hutong Walk: The Scholar, the Prince, and the Diva (Qianhai Area, Prince Gong Mansion, Guo Moruo Residence, Mei Lanfang Memorial)
In the Footsteps of the Emperor: A Walk and Discussion at the Temple of Heaven
Tiananmen Square and the Making of Modern Beijing: A Walk and Discussion
The Dowager and the Dynasty: A Walk and Discussion at the Summer Palace
May Fourth and the Birth of Modern China: A Walk and Discussion
Warriors, Workers, and Wanderers: The Tiananmen Northern Trail
Barbarians, Rogues, and Rebels: The Story of Beijing's Legation Quarter
Private walks and discussions are generally two to three hours in length and start at 1200 RMB for up to five people. Most walks meet at convenient locations along Beijing's excellent (and user-friendly) Metro System. We can also arrange pick-up and drop-off service to and from your home, hostel, or hotel for a modest additional charge. Click on the links above for more information, walk details, and pricing.
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About Jeremiah
Jeremiah Jenne is a writer and history teacher based in Beijing since 2002. He has taught Late Imperial and Modern Chinese History for over 11 years and has written extensively on China for a number of publications including The Economist, The Atlantic Monthly, Journal of Asian Studies, Asia Society/China File, Los Angeles Review of Books, Radii China, The Beijinger, and the World of Chinese. His work can be found in the anthologies China in 2008: A Year of Great Significance, The Insider's Guide to Beijing, and the 2015 collection While We're Here: China Stories from a Writer's Colony. He is frequently asked to speak or lead workshops on Chinese history, culture, and cultural adaptation to schools, organizations, and company groups from around the world and is the proprietor of Beijing by Foot, which organizes educational programs and historic walking tours of Beijing's most famous sites and hidden by-ways. You can follow him on Twitter @jeremiahjenne or online at jeremiahjenne.com.


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Article: "The Dangers of the Hackable Car"
Here's a frightening reminder of why NOT to turn cars into 1000 lb IoT devices:
"Last month, cyber sleuths at security provider Trend Micro Inc. disclosed a flaw in almost all cars from the past 30 years that makes any number of safety features—such as anti-lock brakes—vulnerable to attack."
Today's vehicles are connected in ways my old college Volkswagens -- thankfully -- were not. Remember, apply the same network security practices to all potential attack targets, no exceptions, no cutting corners. Contact me to learn more and follow Trestle Networks.


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MBA Programs That Do Not Require GMAT – Do you have questions in your mind like me?
Can I get the admission in MBA course without GMAT? Why is GMAT required? Which are the best business schools you can enter into MBA program without taking GMAT?
MBA Programs That Do Not Require GMAT
Table of Contents
- MBA Programs That Do Not Require GMAT
The right place you visited, through this article I am going to mention the alternatives if you do not want to take GMAT.
Benefits of MBA Without GMAT
1. Saves money.
2. Less time investment
3. Quick application process without score analysis.
4. Streamlined enrollment and quick to start classes.
How to get into an MBA without GMAT Scores?
Some MBA programs do not require GMAT, especially or accomplished students, while few do not need it at all.
The majority of business schools require GRE or GMAT for admission in MBA. If you want to get admission in one of the best schools, you need to clear the any one of the two exams.
Why GMAT is required
- A Reliable predictor of students: GMAT has been proven the reliable predictor of a candidateís academic performance in business school especially, in the first year. The GMAT test needs critical reasoning, analytical writing ability, reading comprehension and math.
- The Equalizer in the admission process: Some business school requires admission factors like a letter of recommendation or undergraduate GPA. You undergraduate GPA could be influenced by the rigor of the school you attended.
- Same criteria: GMAT administrated in the same format, same time limits to thousands of the students every year. The test examines and ensures the fair results for the students of different backgrounds.
- Realistic measure: MBA Committee can rely on the results of the GMAT, as they are the measure of your current abilities, without extenuating circumstances playing a role. It can compare the ability of different students based on GMAT scores more reliable and useful over some other admission factors.
- Plays role in business school ranking: The schools are ranked by the publications and organizations. The average GMAT score of the school incoming student is the major factor within spot within those rankings. The average GMAT score of the top-ranked schools is consistently over 700. The mid-ranked schools average GMAT scores tend to hover around 600-650.
- Allows MBA program to move up: Putting an emphasis on GMAT scores in the admission process allows MBA program to move up in ranking. It allows them to attract the qualified applicants as well as additional funds and prestige.
- MBA programs do not need GMAT: There are three types of MBA courses that do not require the GMAT or GRE to get the admission in MBA.
1. Traditional MBA
Mostly international/smaller schools do not require GMAT. However, few popular or prestigious business schools such as Rutgers, Texas A&M also do not need the GRE/GMAT. Some programs without GMAT requirement do not accept test requirement under certain circumstances.
2. Executive MBA Program
These programs designed for the working candidates that can demonstrate their prior relevant work experience. Others accept the Executive Assessment in the place of GMAT. The Executive Assessment is a 40-questions exam authored by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) makers of the GMAT.
Some top-ranked programs that offer an executive MBA are
1) Northwestern University Kellogg Executive MBA
The program needs to have at least 8-years of work experience with an average 12-15 years. The duration of this course is over two years and covers all aspects of general management.
2) NYU Stern executive MBA
A 22-month long program earns you the same MBA degree as full-time MBA program. In this course, you will get a good choice of electives with the general management topics.
3) Smith Executive MBA
The University of Maryland-Robert H. Smith School of Business has its executive MBA program for 19 months. The applicant must have 15 years of work experience to join this course.
4) Oxford Executive MBA
The school offers the EMBA program running in a weeklong module throughout the duration of 21 months.
Full-time MBA program doesnít require GMAT Scores
The top-tier full-time MBA program needs to submit a GMAT/GRE score. However, there is certain lesser-known full-time MBA program donít require GMAT score.
1) University of Central Lancashire
It offers 12-month full-time MBA program. An IELTS or TOFEL score is required and GMAT is not necessary.
2) University of Canberra
The candidate is required to have a bachelorís degree in the related field without work experience or another field with three years experience.
3) Lancaster University Management School in the UK
It is a one-year full-time MBA program; the GMAT score is not a compulsory requirement.
4) Pace University-Lubin School of Business
If you are an MBA applicant and holding a business-related masterís/doctoral degree you can request for waiver of the GMAT/GRE.
Online MBA donít need GMAT
1) Norwich University online MBA
This program can be completed in around 18 monthís time. You need to finish the undergrad; degree with TOFEL/IELTS score is required to apply.
2) University of Maryland
Robert H. Smith School of Business offers a flexible 21-month online MBA program. You need a minimum of 2 years work experience to join this course. GMAT waiver offered to those who have a good career record and excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
3) University of Liverpool
To join this MBA program you need a bachelorís degree with a three-year relevant work experience and TOFEL/IELTS score.
4) Florida International University Online
A candidate requires around four years of professional experience to join this MBA.
If you are inspired to pursue MBA but do not have the ability to prepare and appear for GMAT donít worry.
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Do you accept lifestyle submissives?: No.
Can I circumvent the contact form process?: No. I am only interested in people who take the art of submission, fetish and kink seriously. I have invested the time, effort and money into becoming the Sadist Top that I am and I expect you to comply with all of my instructions from start to finish to become the bottom that you were meant to be.
Can I circumvent screening? I am sane.: No. I have never seen a client without screening and I never will. Safety and discretion is my top priority. I have never been mistreated or abused nor have I had a breach information. I believe that the two go hand in hand. I prefer to see the discreet human who values my safety. This a part of playing safe and sane.
What is your tribute? Your tribute will be given to you after you have filled out my contact form.
But I need to know the tribute to make a choice about seeing you! This is non negotiable. If you are interested in spending time in my glorious presence you will make every attempt to impress me, starting with filling out my contact form. After you fill out the form I will be able to assign you with your tribute based on the information you give me. Your decision in selecting a Dominatrix should be based on desire to serve and not tribute. Understand? Great.
Can I send you a detailed script of my dream session?: No, no, no. This is topping from the bottom and I do not enjoy nor do I tolerate such behavior. I wish to engage with people who are truly interested in exploring their submissive selves, exploration of sissyhood and an enthusiastic interest in becoming the best bottom they can be. I enjoy authentic play as my desire to dominate is true. I do however request a list of your interests, desires and limits to consider when crafting our time together.
Can we talk on the phone multiple times before our session? I will indulge in one phone call discussing our time together after your deposit has been secured. Any questions after our initial phone conversation can be submitted through email. If it is necessary to speak, submit a request with a few times you would like to speak and I will consider the possibility of a phone call.
Can I review our time together? Yes. Please ask beforehand, though. My sessions vary from person to person. What I do in one session for one person may not be available to the next person. I am inspired by genuine connections and prefer to go with the flow of our collective energies.
Can I have a discount if I blank, blank or blank? No. Haggling is unacceptable from any submissive. I view this as an attempt to top from the bottom.
Can I see you with a provider who is not listed on your website? Yes. Please send along their website address and their email and I will contact them.
Do you see couples? It's not listed. Yes. I love being the third wheel! Each person must contact me separately, fill out the contact form and submit to the screening process.
Do you see women? It's not listed. Yes!!! Enthusiastic Yes!!!!
Can I bring my own toys? Yes! However, I can assure you that all of my equipment is sanitized thoroughly after every appointment.
Will you send me a picture of your feet, ass, face etc before our session? No. I have a photo gallery and a twitter with pictures you are welcome to enjoy at any time.
Do you provide full toilet training? I don't see it. Scat play is a hard limit and is not something I provide, ever.
Can I see you without tribute? No. I have plenty of friends and personal bottoms.
Do you accommodate same day or last minute appointments? I do, but, only for friends I have seen before. I lead a very full and stimulating life. It can be very difficult to see me without booking at least one day in advance. If you are truly interested, please take the time to make a schedule.
What do you like in a gentleman? Good manners, good consent, friendly demeanor, good conversation, good hygiene.
What do you dislike in a gentleman? Demanding behavior, vulgar emails, bad manners, entitlement, bad hygiene, gossip about other providers, haggling.


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Raise money for Kambia online
Posted by James Dowling in General on 03 April 2010
If you are planning a fundraising event and wish to encourage friends and family to make donations to The Kambia Appeal, you can create your own dedicated page with our online-giving partner BMYCHARITY.COM.
This is a secure, free facility that does not take a percentage of funds raised for admin costs or charge us a monthly subscription (unlike most sites). Find out more and see recent examples of fundraising events.