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Cryptic halts work on console Champions Online
Cryptic's Champions Online is no longer console-bound. The MMO, released on PCs last September, was once said to arrive on the Xbox 360 at the same time but, for reasons unknown, that never happened. And these days, Cryptic's focus is fully on the PC version.
"100% of our focus is on making the current PC product the best it can be," creative director Jack Emmert said on the game's official forum. "There are no current plans for a console version of Champions."
What changed is unknown. However, in a chat conducted last summer, Emmert suggested the ball may be in Microsoft's court. "It just takes time for the big beast known as Microsoft to get moving," he said.


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If your life is giving you nothing but stress, then it's time to let things loose. It's time to take a break and visit Darjeeling. I promise, if you come here, you'll be dazzled with its beauty. It offers you a lot, right from its world famed tea to the magnificent view of the world's third highest peak, Kanchenjunga.
The exotic landscape
Darjeeling, often referred as "the queen of hills", is situated on the lower altitudes of the Himalayas. The scenery and the climate have always been an attraction for the people from the country and abroad, making it a very popular tourist destination.
The famous Tiger Hill
Tiger Hill, a place located 11 kilometers from the main town is a must visit for all the tourists. An early morning drive to this hill will leave you with inner peace, giving you one of the best experiences. You get to witness one of the best sunrise of your life along with mesmerizing views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest. The sunrise polishes the peaks of Kanchenjunga, turning the white snow into glowing gold.
Kingdom of Tea
Darjeeling is also well known for its tea. Started by the Britishers and now, continued by the Indian tea growers, the place is home to some of the finest black teas produced in the planet. Darjeeling tea has become an international trademark and is recognized for its finest aroma and flavor.
A cheerful ride engulfing the nature
The toy train which has been declared as the World Heritage site by UNESCO leaves one and all amazed. This joy ride from Siliguri to Darjeeling pleases the passengers by leaving them amazed in the midst of nature. The railway tracks go through thick forests and over beautiful waterfalls of the region, serving the passengers with lovely sights. Just before reaching the final destination the train passes over the Batasia Loop, from where, you get an impeccable 360-degree view of the complete town along with Mt. Kanchenjunga in the background. A cenotaph has been built in the middle of the loop, honoring and paying tribute to all the Gorkha soldiers who have sacrificed their lives for the nation. Few minutes after crossing the loop, you will reach a small yet beautiful town "Darjeeling-The queen of hills".
The serene climate
The weather here always fascinates its visitors. The mornings can sometimes be bright but there is no guarantee of brightness and warmth throughout the day. Fog and cold weather are the heart of the climate here, so it is recommended to always carry an umbrella and a pullover along with you. Apart from simply gazing the magnificence of nature, you can unswervingly walk into it. The place gives an opportunity to enjoy the woods on a foggy day and go camping on a chilling night. Visiting Darjeeling will leave you with some of the most beautiful time of your life.
Modesty along with the delicacies
It is not just the nature or tea that makes it beautiful, but the people of this town are equally good and humble. Interaction with a stranger will make you adore the humbleness of the natives. The cuisine of the place is impeccable. To attend the necessities of the tourists, coming from across the nation and abroad, specified restaurants have been established. But exploring the local food is not a bad option either. These dishes are unique and delightful. If you love momos then this is a paradise for you, for the momos here are certainly one of the best in India. Other regional dishes which you can give a try are Thukpa, Churpee, and Sael Roti.
A short trip to Darjeeling leaves one with countless memories. It not only rejuvenates you but also takes you back to the British era. The lush greenery, the woods, and the waterfalls make it an ideal vacation for the nature lovers. Leaving the place will certainly make you gloomy; however the town always welcomes you back with all its loveliness every time.

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6th Pan Commonwealth Veterinary Conference & 27th Veterinary Association of Malaysia Congress 2015
The theme of the conference is "Providing Holistic Solutions to Changing Global Challenges: Threatsand Opportunities for Veterinarians".
The Conference provides an opportunity for veterinarians from the 55 member's countries of the Commonwealth to meet with each other and with veterinarians from many other parts of the world, to discuss the matters of common interest, and benefit from quality continuing education on topics ranging from antimicrobial resistance to food safety and security.
A comprehensive and ambitious scientific program has been prepared which will include presentations by a range of knowledgeable speakers from both within and beyond the region. The topics include maximum opportunity will be provided for discussion and networking and informal engagement. It is in tended that a number of priority recommendations and strategies will emerge and that these will be endorsed by the Conference for intended action by individual member states.For more information: www.cvaconference2015pcvc6.com
CALL FOR PAPERThe scientific committee of 6th Pan Commonwealth Veterinary Conference of the CVA and the 27th Congress of the Veterinary Association of Malaysia (PCVC6 & 27VAM) would like to invite prospective authors to submit extended abstracts for oral and poster presentations at the Conference. Please click here for extended abstract submission details. The deadline for submission is on 30 November 2014.
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Alexander Zverev scares ballboy
Video: TennisTV via express.co.uk
Alexander Zverev has scared a ballboy during his match against Nikoloz Basilashvili. Zverev was hyped up after a backhand winner, however this emotion was enough to scare the ballboy positioned near the net, Check out the video to see the young boy's reaction.
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Ari Vatanen Pikes Peak Climb 1988 Incredible Driving Skills
Ari Vatanen at Pikes Peak Hill Climb 1988 in a Peugeot 405 T16, Still one of the greatest ever displays of driving skill
Behind the wheel of a Peugeot 405 T16 at Pikes Peak Hill in 1988 Ari Vatanen produced one of the most incredible displays of driving skill that you would ever wish to see. The Pikes peak road back then was all gravel, so the annual hill climb speed test was a totally different kettle of fish, not to mention the fact that the mountain has incredibly steep drop offs at a number of locations and watching him operating the steering wheel with one hand at times as he uses his other to shield his eyes from the sun whilst maintaining incredible composure, I still marvel at this driving display many years after seeing it and multiple times.
Fredrik Sørlie Scandinavian Flick Master
Fredrik Sørlie, the master of the Scandinavian Flick in action on an icy road, awesome footage ….
I always really enjoy watching precision drivers doing their stuff, this video by Fredrik Sørlie is right up there with the best of them, the incredible control and ability to perform this manoeuvre known as the Scandinavian Flick is amazing.
Please do yourself a favour and checkout Fredrik Sørlie's YouTube Channel for some more amazing footage, I know I've subscribed and will be watching more of his videos.
Motor bike rider launches across busy 4 lane highway in California
Dirt bike rider Kyle Katsandris has shown what he can do with his motor bike by jumping across Freeway 60 in the Moreno Valley, Riverside County California. Apparently the authorities are investigating, I for one thought he did a great job.
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Spring and fall sessions last 8 weeks.
Fees charged are for the 8-week session, not per class. Currently the cost for a session is $200.
One week of make-up lesson times are set at the end of each session. Only 1 make-up lesson is offered per rider for each session. If the rider misses more than 1 class in a session the remaining classes will not be made up.
Yearly paperwork and fees are due 2 weeks before the beginning of the session.
Scholarship applications are due by February 15 for Spring session and August 1 for Fall session.
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Some places to go to in Quebec are the Parliament Buildings, The Battlefields Park, The Artillery Park, The Montmorency Falls Park, and many more places.
The only festival that Quebec holds is the Quebec Winter Festival. It is celebrated between January 28th and February 13th. It is the largest winter carnival in the world.
I would like to visit the city of Danville. A few reasons is that in the center of the city, there is a square. A memorial for the soliders killed in WW1 and WW2 stands in the center of this square.


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Best Kitchen Tools and Appliances to Own!
These featured kitchen products are the must have in every kitchen because let's just say they make our lives a little easier 😉 .Based on research and reviews, these products are very popular, that do the job and worth every penny.
KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer
Of course, your kitchen isn't complete without this beauty.
Choose from over 20 different colors of the KitchenAid Artisan Series Tilt-Head Stand Mixer for the one that perfectly matches your kitchen design or personality. Easily make your favorite cakes and multiple batches of cookie dough with the 5-quart stainless steel mixing bowl with comfortable handle. With 10 speeds, the standmixer will quickly become your kitchen's culinary center as you mix, knead and whip ingredients with ease. And for even more versatility, the power hub fits optional attachments from food grinders to pasta makers and more. (…see more features)
Cuisinart DFP-14BCNY 14-Cup Food Processor
This large capacity food processor speeds all cooking–from quick, weeknight meals to weekend celebrations. With the large 14-cup work bowl, extra large feed tube and dishwasher safe parts, there's more time to share the delicious results with family and friends.
- 14-Cup Work Bowl
- Powerful 720 Watt Motor
- Extra Large Feed Tube
- Stainless Steel Blades
- 7 Food Prep Functions
- Single Touch Operation
An oven that does the thinking for you
The Smart Oven is equipped with Element IQ cooking technology, which adjusts the power of the five individual quartz heating elements to cook food more evenly and quickly. This sophisticated heating system distributes heat throughout the oven when and where it is needed, to guarantee more efficient cooking. Nine different menu options allow users to choose the best setting for the food they are cooking.
- Easy-clean, stainless steel housing with ribbed plate warming tray
- 9 present functions: Toast, Bagel, Bake, Roast, Broil, Pizza, Cookies, Reheat and Warm
- Non-Stick Interior with 3 rack positions
- 13" pizza, 6-slice toast capacity
- Tempered glass door
- Magnetic auto-eject rack (…see more features)
Oster DuraCeramic Belgian Waffle Maker
This Oster Belgian Waffle maker is designed with a unique and innovative DuraCeramic non-stick coating that last 4X longer than standard non-stick coatings and won't flake or peel. The safe, natural ceramic coating is PFOA and PTFE free, so you can cook foods without worry. DuraCeramic finish cooks up to 20% faster to get you eating quicker and easily wipes clean! This flip waffle maker is designed to cook waffles to perfection. Adjustable temperature control accurately sets cooking temperature to achieve desired results from light, fluffy waffles to crispy, golden waffles.
- Unique and innovative DuraCeramic non-stick ceramic coating, 4 times more durable, won't flake or peel
- Natural ceramic coating is easy to clean and is healthy as it is free of PTFE & PFOA chemicals
- Cooks up to 20% faster saving time and energy
- Adjustable temperature control for light and fluffy or crispy waffles
- Polished Chrome housing for an elegant design
Pre-seasoned skillet is ready-to-use right out of the box
This skillet you will use again and again and will last you a lifetime. Great buy.
- Seasoned with oil for a natural, easy-release finish that improves with use
- Easy care: hand wash, dry, rub with cooking oil
- The right tool to sear, sauté, bake, broil, braise, fry or grill
- At home in the oven, on the stove, on the grill or over the campfire
- Great for induction cook tops
- Brutally tough for decades of cooking
- Unparalleled in heat retention and even heating
Enjoy crispy chicken wings, tasty onion rings, delicious French fries and much more!
- Powerful 1700-watt deep fryer with 3.5-liter oil capacity and 2.65-pound food capacity to offer friends and family all their favorite fried food; dishwasher safe parts and stay-cool handles
- Deep frying at the right temperature with adjustable thermostat for perfect frying results
- Easy to use with 2-position basket for cooking and draining food
- Professionaland healthier results thanks to the immersed heating element that quickly recovers oil temperature
- Patented EZ Clean oil-filtration system for convenient deep frying, cost savings, and simple oil storage
Zojirushi Breadmaker with Gluten Free Menu setting
Get performance like you've never seen from a breadmaker. A revolutionary heating element built into our Home Bakery Virtuoso Breadmaker changes the way you can bake bread at home. With perfectly browned crust every time, anyone can be a master baker. From novice to expert, now any home baker can take advantage of our most technologically advanced breadmaker, loaded with menu settings and options for the ultimate in versatility.
- Bakes a large traditional rectangular shaped 2-pound loaf; Gluten Free and Custom Menu settings will accommodate gluten free and organic baking ingredients
- Bakes a large traditional rectangular shaped 2-pound loaf
- Dual kneading blades to knead the dough thoroughly
- Quick baking cycle prepares breads in about 2-hour
- Includes a measuring cup and measuring spoon
- LCD clock makes it easy to check the completion time and set up the Timer (…see more features)
OXO SteeL Chef's Mandolins Slicer
OXO Steel user-friendly Mandoline is the perfect tool for creating culinary sensations quickly and easily. Straight, serrated and two different wavy blades can be set to any slice thickness and are ideal for making cucumber salad, potato chips, onion rings, waffle fries and citrus slices. Try making French fries, carrot sticks and garnishes with the thin and thick julienne blades.
- Makes straight, crinkle cut and waffle cut slices in a wide range of thicknesses
- Makes thin julienne strips and French fries
- Straight blade easily cuts through firm fruits and vegetables like potatoes and apples
- Serrated blade glides through soft foods like tomatoes, hollow foods like peppers and layered foods like onions
- Soft, easy-turn dial for selecting slice thickness or thin or thick julienne strips
- Unused side of blade is hidden for safety
- Julienne blades safely covered when not in use
Crock-Pot Wifi-Enambled Slow Cooker
Adjust Dinner From Anywhere
Sometimes getting home for dinner on time just isn't do-able. Now you can connect and cook with the flexibility to have dinner ready whenever you are. Using the Crock-Pot Smart Slow Cooker with WeMo-enabled technology, you can easily increase or decrease cooking time, turn the temperature up or down, switch the slow cooker to keep-warm mode or turn it completely off, all using the free WeMo app on your smart device!
- Adjust cook time & temperature using the WeMo Application
- Can be controlled via the WeMo Application or directly on the unit
- Connected product solution delivers enhanced control, convenience and a peace of mind
- 3 Heat settings
- Removable oval stoneware (…see more features)
MoiChef 8-Piece Premium Ceramic Knife Set
These Professional Knives Make Cooking Easy!
Once you have tries these, you will never go back to your regular steel knives. They are super sharp and best part they stay sharp. No sharpening needed!…but please be aware that they are ceramic and will chip if not handled properly.
- Ceramic cutlery is renowned for its razor sharp blades for precision cutting. Create beautiful, evenly cut fruits, vegetables and boneless meats every time.
- Ultra sharp edges go years without sharpening – ceramic is only slightly less hard than diamond.
- Ceramic does not corrode and resists bacteria. Healthier and more hygienic than steel. Non-reactive ceramic blade maintains original taste and color of food.
- Color coded handles are lightweight and ergonomically designed, evenly balanced for easy use and comfort. Always know immediately which knife you are reaching for by handle color.
- Ceramic knife set includes paring, fruit, utility and chef knives with blade covers. Proper use and care of ceramic knives located here – https://youtu.be/2fxKfW4GyNU
Corningware French White 10-Piece Bakware Set
Get a move on. Classic fluted stoneware dishes in a range of sizes move from prepping in the kitchen to serving on the table with effortless ease. The larger bakers include plastic & glass lids that let you take meals on the go or store them in the fridge or freezer.
10-piece set includes:
- 2.5-qt. oval baker with glass lid & plastic lid
- 1.5-qt. oval baker with glass lid & plastic lid
- (2) 15-oz. oval side dishes
- (2) 4-oz. ramekins
Nordic Ware Natural Aluminum Commercial Baker's Big Sheet (2 Pack)
- Bakers Big Sheet natural aluminum commercial bakeware is made of pure aluminum which will never rust for a lifetime of durability
- Baked goods rise and bake evenly due to aluminums superior heat conductivity and the reinforced encapsulated steel rim prevents warping
- Pan exterior dimensions 21 x 15 x 1 inches and interior dimensions 19.5 x 13.63 x 1 inches
- Easy clean up, hand wash only
- 2 Sheets, Easy clean up, hand wash only
Pyrex 8 Piece Smart Essentials Bowl Set, Clear
Great for mixing and preparing your food. Makes great, safe and healthy storage for food. Does not absorb any odors, and is oven, microwave and dishwasher safe.
- Set includes: 1 each 1-Quart, 1-1/2 Quart, 2-1/2 Quart, 4-Quart Mixing Bowls with Matching Colored Lids
- Made of nonporous glass that won't warp, stain, or absorb odors
- Glass is preheated oven, microwave, fridge, freezer & dishwasher safe
- Lid is BPA free and top-rack dishwasher safe
- Pyrex Glass is Made in the USA and comes with a 2 Year Warranty
The Dash Everyday Stand mixer is a 2.5qt pint-sized powerhouse that can whip up everything from whole-wheat pancake batter, to oatmeal cookies, to fluffy egg whites with ease. Whether it is sweet or savory treats you crave, this entry-level mixer will do the job.
- 2.5qt capacity Stainless Steel bowl allows you to whip up any treats
- 6 preset speeds allow you to get the perfect mix every time
- Small, compact and retro design makes this a standout on your kitchen countertop
- All non-electric parts are dishwasher safe
- 1-year manufacturer warranty, recipe book and access to our growing database of recipes included
Rinse and dry salad greens quickly and easily.
- Easy, one-handed operation with patented pump mechanism and brake button
- Soft, non-slip knob locks down for storage, and a non-slip ring and wide base keep bowl steady on countertop
- Elegant, clear bowl is perfect for serving, and basket can be used separately as a colander
- Clear, flat lid allows for convenient stacking when not in use, disassembles for easy cleaning, and parts are top-rack dishwasher safe and BPA Free
- Capacity 6.22 qt bowl, 4.95 qt basket, Dimensions 10.5" x 10.5" x 6"
- Recommended by America's Test Kitchen


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Carpal tunnel syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a relatively common condition that can cause tingling, numbness and pain in the hand and fingers. It is caused by a trapped nerve in the wrist.
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) can occur at any age and is most common where patients perform repetitive tasks with the hand and wrist (using a keyboard for example). One or two hands may be affected
Carpal tunnel syndrome causes numbness, a tingling sensation, or sometimes pain in the arm, hand and fingers, usually affecting the thumb, index finger and middle finger. These symptoms usually start gradually and are often worse at night, sometimes interrupting sleep.
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve in the front of the wrist becomes trapped within the carpal tunnel. This is the canal in the wrist which carries all the hand tendons; when these become swollen, the median nerve is squeezed. The nerve controls movement and sensation in the hand; when trapped it causes pins and needles or pain in the hand and fingers.
In most cases the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome are not clear. There are a number of factors that increase the likelihood of contracting carpal tunnel syndrome. These include; a family history of the condition; pregnancy (around 50% of pregnant women develop the condition caused by fluid retention); injury to the wrist that narrows the carpal tunnel; repetitive or strenuous work involving the hands, or working with vibrating machinery; rheumatoid arthritis; and diabetes
Carpal tunnel syndrome is more common in women, and you're more likely to suffer as you get older.
The key symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome are tingling, numbness and pain in the hand and fingers. Either hand, or both hands, may be affected. Often both hands are eventually affected. There may be an ache which extends up your arm, a weakness in your hand and difficulties in gripping objects.
The symptoms tend to develop gradually at first and are usually worse during the night or first thing in the morning.
The fingers most commonly affected are the thumb, the index finger, the middle finger and half of the ring finger. There may also be pain, tingling or aching in other areas of the hand, wrist or arm. You may experience a burning or prickling sensation (paraesthesia) in the hand or dry skin, swelling or changes in the skin colour of the hand. The area may become less sensitive to touch (hypoaesthesia) and there may be some weakness or wasting away (atrophy) of the muscles at the base of the thumb.
Symptoms can include:
- tingling, numbness and pain in the hand and fingers
- dull ache or discomfort in the hand, forearm or upper arm
- a burning, prickling sensation (paraesthesia) in the hand
- dry skin, swelling or changes in skin colour of the hand
- being less sensitive to touch (hypoaesthesia)
- weakness or wasting away (atrophy) of the muscles at the base of the thumb
Your doctor can usually diagnose carpal tunnel syndrome by examining your hand and wrist, and discussing your symptoms.
You may be referred to a specialist to carry out further tests to determine the severity of the condition. For example, you may undergo a nerve conduction test which measures how fast signals travel through your nerves and can determine whether there is any damage to your nerves. You may also have an ultrasound scan which produces an image of the nerve itself which can help to determine the correct course of treatment.
A blood test may be suggested to rule out any underlying causes of carpal syndrome including rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes or an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism).
If you are suffering with a suspected condition, you should seek the advice of your doctor who will be able to refer you to Benenden Hospital for diagnosis and treatment.
There are four ways to access treatment at Benenden Hospital which include self-funding, using private medical insurance or your Benenden membership, or through the NHS e-Referral scheme.


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Winds Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. was founded in 2013, with a core focus on developing enterprise business applications on the cloud. Winds Business Solutions was started by founders with strong skills in cloud application development, with a considerable experience in software development and the marketing field. Winds Business Solutions aims to meet the online needs of a gamut of companies, from small-scale enterprises to international giants; helping them generate revenue streams by establishing a global network of communication channels and streamlining business operations. A complete facelift for your business fortunes is what we offer. It is evident in our uncompromising emphasis on strategy-based methodologies, providing customized value additions to maximize communication effectiveness. Also, our multi-faceted services encompass all corporate functions to ensure maximum connectivity.
Over the past few years, Winds Business Solutions has invested significantly in R&D and successfully developed three enterprise class products in-house: Retail Bean, WindsCRM and Lytty. Winds Business Solutions is seeking to become a leading products company in the enterprise software space.
Winds Business Solutions has clients in different parts of the world, such as the UAE, Oman, India, etc..,
To become a globally recognized outfit that provides simplified enterprise business application products to growing organizations
To become an integral part of the dynamic and constantly evolving information and technology sector with the help of an effective strategy. This strategy is built on four pillars—Customer Focus, Speed, Quality and Cost-Effectiveness with a Technology focus.


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This blog was written by Dan Goodley, Co-Director of iHuman and Professor of Disability Studies and Education.
Just how much time should your child spend in front of a screen? As parents, we are our children's gatekeepers (Hamilton, 2016), providing access not only to hardware, but also to apps and games. The younger the child, the more control we have. But 'with great power comes great responsibility' (and yes, that is the Spiderman quote) – how do we get it right? How do we know what's best? And what happens when we have two conflicting views, at war with each other?
All families I work with in my research speak more than one language in the home, and all are aiming – to a greater or lesser extent – to pass this language on to their children. But, as Bourdieu (2000) points out, there is nothing inevitable about this kind of cultural and linguistic inheritance. My recently concluded research, funded by the UK Literacy Association, which was presented at the AILA research conference in Rio last summer and is currently awaiting reviews for a journal article and a book chapter, drew on data from 212 family questionnaires and 10 family interviews. The data showed that parents are unsure how to handle available technology. While 86% of parents reported their children were interested in mobile apps and games, and an encouraging 78% were interested in learning the heritage language, only 21% of families used apps and games in the heritage language regularly, and qualitative data illustrate why: while some parents struggle with an internal, perceived dilemma of "language learning good = screen use bad", others lacked struggled to access resources, navigate app stores, and were unsure of consumer rights. For children, concerns were more fundamental – they showed an awareness of audience for games and apps, and felt they were neither fish nor fowl: while apps and games aimed at language learners were generally unengaging and too topical ("20 vocabulary items on clothing"), apps and games aimed at native speakers were often either age-inappropriate (aimed at much younger learners), or too difficult, and thus frustrating. The 8-year-old who explained to me that games aimed at "proper German children" were more fun sparked interesting discussions around identity. If you cannot access the same resources as a "proper German child", but you are a heritage language speaker, then what are you? An improper German child? These questions are important if we want to understand the construction of heritage language identities (Little, 2017).
Parents have a role here that transcends that of the "gatekeeper", and it is a role they are already very familiar with, because 87% of families involved in the research share books in the heritage language. And here's the rub. Books are viewed as being for sharing, a multi-sensory, shared experience that involves spending time together, cuddling up on a sofa. Games and apps, on the other hand, were viewed by most parents as having to fulfil three goals: to entertain the child, to inspire the child to engage with the heritage language, and to actually teach or improve the heritage language, too – that's a tall order. Marsh et al (2017) argue that the term 'family literacy' ought to be widened to include 'family digital literacy' – for families speaking multiple languages, this could be an important sign post to actively consider the role heritage language resources play in their daily lives. Whether it is a book or a mobile app or game, parents have the opportunity to be a bridge rather than a gatekeeper – to enjoy time together, share the gaming experience, take interest in the child's motivation and interests. This way, children growing up with multiple languages are more likely to be able to engage with age-appropriate content, which in turn will make for a more authentic experience…and ultimately help both their language and their identity development.


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Is it possible to have premonitions after surgery, seeing things in your head, and them sometimes but not always coming true? Sometimes they are good things and sometimes they are bad things. Does this make sense?


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Sorry for not posting these days but I've been kinda busy and well, blogger has also had its problems.
But here I am posting new content and the sketch for Fashion Hauties!
Like I said before, they asked me to make a sketch with certain clothes, in this case, I drew for Abby a yellow dress from the collection of Nanette Lepore Spring 2011, it's very young and the original color is beautiful!. I drew Taylor with a Miu Miu long sleeved printed dress from 2011 collection as well, this is more stylish but I think the print adds a fun and modern touch to it.
They both are really young, but they're very stylish.
I hope you like it and I hope you like it too Abby & Taylor!


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Anthony Weiner can't seem to do anything right.
First, the former congressman was caught sexting a woman who was definitely not his wife, top Hillary Clinton campaign aide Huma Abedin. Then, declaring Weiner's transgressions the last straw, Abedin left her husband. Then, authorities announced an investigation of Weiner for an alleged sexting relationship with a 15-year-old girl.
Now, Weiner's back in the spotlight -- because the FBI's just-announced review of Hillary Clinton's private email server appears to be his fault.
New emails originated from Weiner caseOn Friday, FBI Director James Comey caused a media storm by announcing the bureau would be reviewing newly-discovered emails from Hillary Clinton's private server that she used while she was secretary of state.
But where did those new emails come from? As it turns out, they came from the FBI's investigation into Weiner's illicit text messages to a 15-year-old girl in North Carolina.
FBI seized Weiner, Abedin smartphones
According to The New York Times, the new emails "were discovered after the FBI seized electronic devices belonging to Huma Abedin, a top aide to Mrs. Clinton, and her husband, Anthony Weiner."
The FBI had seized cell phones belonging to Weiner and Abedin after it was revealed that he had engaged lewd messages with the underage girl.
'Extremely careless'
After a months-long investigation, the FBI in July recommended bringing no criminal charges against Clinton for her use of a private email server while she was secretary of state.
Comey did, however, characterized Clinton's handling of classified information as "extremely careless."
Clinton campaign demands more information from Comey in response to new FBI review of email server https://t.co/Kbi7RayMOV— Emily Atkin (@emorwee) October 28, 2016
Here's the Clinton campaign's response to the FBI's new review.


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Business Continuity & Back Up Systems
Northern Ireland
Most businesses in Northern Ireland should have their systems and data backed up, in case some type of disaster happens to their business. The level of back up will of course depend on the size of the business, and also on how they store their information.
Some NI businesses will back up files, storage, emails and all of that is done for very good reasons. In the world of business this is often referred to as business continuity.
Understanding Business Continuity Telephony Needs
Here at Fenix Solutions we believe that no business should ever be at risk by losing important information. Here is an interesting and effective way to think about this. If the worst thing possible was to happen, would your business still be able to function?
Allow us to use a simple example to try and explain this further. Let's say there is a fire at your premises and it's going to take you a month or so for it to become accessible again. Would you still be able to operate and serve your customers?
That is worthwhile considering now, when you can at least have time to plan to have something in place should such a disaster occur. If you would like to discuss business continuity, then please call one of our experts on the telephone number below.
What Really Happens to Many Businesses in NI?
It does of course depend on the type of business, but the single principle of business continuity remains the same.
From experience we know that initially many customers, and the general public will be sympathetic and very understanding. However the reality is that the business world stops for no one. Quicker than you may imagine customers will still expect you to deliver your products/services. Our Business Continuity solutions are here to help.
How Fenix Solutions Can Help?
So whether it's fire, flood, water damage or any other unforeseen circumstance that impacts your business, we are here to get you back up and running immediately.
Making sure that your business can answer telephone calls, and indeed be able to make and receive calls is vital. We can make sure that happens for your business. We can then combine that capability with our mobile working technology, to keep your business going.
Our range of revolutionary mobile working technology will enable your workforce to operate remotely until you can return to your office. Your employees will be able to access the full capabilities of your communications system from any location.
That means it can be business as usual from a communication's stand point. Your business will still be able to deliver service to your customers. That means you will be able to make calls, receive calls and deal with all your customers effectively.
Even though your company has been hit by unforeseen circumstances our business continuity and mobile working solution will help to ensure that your revenue doesn't take a hit as well.
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Outdry Techs. Corp. v. Geox S.P.A. , No. 2016-1769, 2017 (Fed. Cir. June 16, 2017) (Before Dyk, Moore, and Reyna, J.) (Opinion for the court, Moore, J.)
Outdry appealed from a Board determination that its patent directed to waterproofing leather was invalid as obvious in an inter partes review (IPR) proceeding. Outdry challenged the Board's claim construction and motivation to combine findings. The Federal Circuit affirmed.
Outdry argued that the Board erred in construing the term "directly pressing," and argued for "applying uniform pressure to create a uniform, sealed sheet of waterproof leather." The Board construed "directly pressing" to mean "applying pressure without any intervening materials or layers other than the recited adhesive." The Court adopted the Board's broader construction, which was consistent with the specification's only use of "directly," and distinguished an intervening liner in the prior art. The Court also disagreed that "a process for waterproofing leather" in the preamble was limiting. It saw the preamble as merely a statement of intended use in that "[s]atisfaction of the claimed steps necessarily results in satisfying a process for waterproofing leather."
In challenging the Board's motivation to combine prior art references, Outdry argued that the Board: 1) adopted Geox's petition arguments without adequate explanation; 2) failed to identify why one of ordinary skill in the art would be motivated to combine the references; and 3) failed, post- KSR, to find that a person of ordinary skill would have been motivated to solve a problem particular to the challenged patent.
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Record Type: RIE
Publication Date: 1980-Nov
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Freshman Composition: An Apology for Service Courses.
Lindemann, Erika
There are three standard complaints given by teachers of freshman composition: (1) college freshman students are inferior to English majors and graduate students, or inferior to freshmen from when the teachers were in college; (2) the subject matter of a writing course is inferior to that of literature courses; and (3) those who teach composition do so because they do not excel in literary research. There has been little evidence, however, to prove that students are writing more poorly than comparable students wrote 20 or 40 years ago. Teachers can hardly assert this decline until the question of a definition of ability to write at the college level is resolved. As to the second complaint, the subject matter of composition is language--students' effective use of language, not grammar or literature. Finally, the rhetorical tradition is 2,500 years old. Works by both historical and contemporary scholars have contributed much understanding of how people learn to write and why they do not. As long as faculty members believe that teaching composition is demeaning, they will continue to lose sight of their objectives and suffer a loss of professional prestige. The respect the profession deserves can be restored by changing these attitudes and by remembering that the use of language is the foundation of all learning. (HTH)
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The nature of the Oil and Gas industry in Nigeria makes it unattractive for commercial lenders to agree to finance such projects when they are embarked upon by smaller companies.
Regardless of the difficulty in securing loans oil and gas exploration projects have developed alternative means of finance through the use of Drilling Funds, Illustrative Agreements, Royalty Purchase, Sale Purchase Agreements, Production Sharing Contracts and Farm Out Agreements.
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The term "farmout" came about from the Roman practice of transferring the right to collect taxes to a third party for a fee. This practice spread to England, Scotland and France but was abolished a long time ago.
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Farm Out Agreementshave been extensively used in the oil and gas industry as an alternative means of financing exploration activities. A "Farmout Agreement" is an agreement between operators whereby a lease owner (Farmor) assigns the lease or a portion of it to another operator (Farmee); the obligation of the assignee to drill one or more wells on the assigned acreage is the primary characteristic of the Farmout.
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However, indigenous companies have experienced many challenges making it difficult for most of the awardees to reach production.
Generally Marginal Field Operators agree that the Challenges Facing them include:
Litigation with technical partners; many awardees have ended up in litigation with their technical partners.
Capacity Building and Technology Limitations; There have been capability and capacity issues as well as technology limitations.
Asset acquisition and management – many of the assets were not bankable and they could never have raised funds on them and agreements were delayed among other problems.
The non-bankability of some Marginal Field assets; has led to the inability to raise funds for the development of the fields.
Environmental Issues; Many have had environmental issues such as communities, security, gas flaring, among others)
This article attempts to address the possible causes of "Litigation with technical partners" and possibly suggest solutions to same. Possible causes of disputes may include skewed joint venture agreements, access to trade secrets and a willingness of the technical partner to dislodge the farmee.
Litigation with technical partners
Some Nigerian companies have been awarded oil blocs and entered into joint ventures with established oil majors, but found themselves holding the short end of the stick after being schemed out of the equation by their supposed technical partners. Agreements entered into with Technical partners like all other agreements are not different from stories in the sense that they tell a story about the agreement that both parties have arrived at either independently or through the guidance of their lawyers if any. If there was no "meeting of the minds" in the first place no matter how water tight the written contract is, it would still explode into dispute.Above all get appropriate referrals companies are like human beings their reputations precedes them.
What is a Joint Venture/Operating Agreement?
A joint venture is an association of corporations or other legal entities who agree by contract to engage in a common undertaking for joint profit. Typically in Marginal Field Operations the Joint Venture is usually between Marginal Field Operator and a technical partner. The parties to a joint venture, (contribute money, intellectual property and other assets) in order to produce oil and gas from a given acreage.
A Good Joint Venture/Virtual Partnership Agreement must…
It must not only be legally binding it must also make "business sense" for both parties to be willing to abide by the terms, as some firms are of the opinion that is more profitable to breach contractual terms and pay damages than to abide by the letters of an earlier agreement. That is if the string of litigation that has plagued Marginal Field operators is any indication to go by.
The Marginal Field Operators seem to suffer a disadvantage by virtue of their difficulty in sourcing funds while the Technical partners seem to bring more to the table thus fostering resentments.
Challenges/Pitfalls Unique to Joint Ventures
Lack of clarity, as regards who owns the assets, intellectual property contributed to the project, improvements on such intellectual property or new property that is developed may lead to ownership disputes that can be costly, lengthy and freeze a profitable project.
Trade secrets
Another possible cause of the endless litigation is the unhindered and "unencumbered" access by the technical partners to the trade secrets of the Marginal Field Operators. It's not unheard of that a former technical partner turned around to apply for the same acreage it was once engaged in as a technical partner with a marginal field operator, having benefited from the knowledge it gathered as technical partner. Some cases were resolved by the Courts with the former technical partners being made to pay a percentage of their profits to the original lease/license owner.
A "trade secret" is defined as any product, operating formula, pattern, device or "other compilation of information which is used in a business", which gets its economic value from being kept secret, and gives the business a competitive advantage.
The upstream oil and gas industry, "Marginal Fields Operators" inclusive depend heavily on trade secret protection.
Trade secrets arise without any administrative process, they operate by denying competitors information that is necessary to access and use the technology.
For trade secret protection to be operative, the owner of the trade secret must take active steps to prevent dissemination of the trade secret information to the public by the use of contractual and other methods.
Paradigms of Trade secrets protection
A school of thought as regards trade secrets states that ideas are ten naira a dozen; so they share their innovations but believe in executing better and getting to the market place quickly.
The second school of thought believes that you should treat your innovation as proprietary, and use available legal means to protect it; data protection mechanisms, nondisclosure agreement; non-compete agreements, employment agreements; and generally limit access to valuable information.
Marginal field companies are presently innovating; some are integrating value through crude oil production (for example Nestoil), monetization of gas and small scale refining. They are deploying new technologies to help them produce cheaper, better and faster, with the right exposure our indigenous companies will grow to become major players in the global energy scene.
The information contained in this piece should help inform the Marginal Field Companies and their service providers as to possible alternatives, and possibly foster frank discussion between the Marginal Field Operators and their Technical Partners prior to signing any agreements and when in doubt all parties should please seek legal advice.
Olufola Wusu is a Commercial, Oil and Gas and I.P. Lawyer based in Lagos
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Friday, April 18, 2014
FFWD Baby Bok Choy, Sugar Snaps and Garlic en Papillote
One of the things I enjoy about Passover, aside from the 30+ person Seder that my mom hosts every year, is that it always brings friends and family into town. This year, I was lucky to have two of my oldest friends come over to visit on Sunday. I made a chicken and freekeh dish (from Jerusalem) before they came over and meant to assemble the vegetable packets as well, but I ran out of time. We got to talking, and before I knew it it was 7:30, we were hungry and ready for dinner, and Charlotte was exhausted and needed to be put down. Not wanting to put our guests to work, I asked Paul to make the vegetable packets while I put Charlotte to bed. When I came out of Charlotte's room, Paul was outside doing yard-work (as I've documented, Paul is a very competent cook, but I think yard-work is his favorite activity in the entire world) and my friend Sarah was making the vegetables. I pretended to be annoyed at Paul, but Sarah seemed happy to do it and is a much better cook than Paul anyway. Unfortunately Sarah had to leave to catch her flight before the vegetables were done (I'm such a bad host!), but Paul, Ilana, and I enjoyed them. I typically just steam bok choy and sugar snaps, so it was nice to learn a new (and easy) method of preparing them.
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SO glad you enjoyed this...and your chicken looks amazing, too!!!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousApril 18, 2014 at 4:44 AM
I've heard a lot about this Jerusalem cookbook, might have to check it out one of these days.ReplyDelete
Have a great weekend. Your mom's passover sounds like fun, enjoy!
I had never had bok choy at home before so this is a new one for me. That cookbook has been on my Amazon wish list for a bit now. I may have to breakdown and buy it if I see more chicken like that! Yum.ReplyDelete
Love the Jerusalem cookbook. I have made a few recipes but not this chicken one. Glad your dinner was a hit.ReplyDelete
Yes, this is such a great way to cook vegetables. I bought a giant bag of freekah at Costco, never having made it before. I followed the directions on the bag, but it was soggy. I'll check out the recipe you made because the chicken dish looks really good. You asked about Ancient Grains. I haven't bought it yet. I have it checked out from the library so I can test drive it. I've made the crust and a loaf of bread which were both good. Looking likely I will buy it :)ReplyDelete
Both dishes are delish! Have a great weekend!ReplyDelete
I usually cook fish in pouches, so it is nice to find other things where this technique works as well (it saves so much clean up time).ReplyDelete
That's a lot of people for Seder - it sounds like a lovely time.
- AnonymousApril 19, 2014 at 8:14 AM
Your dishes look delicious, but your description of your time with your friends and family even better! How fun!ReplyDelete
I liked learning this method for sugar snap peas as well!ReplyDelete
I would love a husband who likes doing yard work,,, but I have one who loves to bake bread, make jam, and beeswax candles. I don't like yard work either... so it's a jungle outside, but inside is filled with good food.... Happy Passover. I went to a great Israel restaurant in NYC. You might like her cookbook: http://www.amazon.com/Balaboosta-Einat-Admony/dp/1579655009/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1397934330&sr=1-1&keywords=balaboosta+cookbookReplyDelete
I have to admit that I've only cooked bok choy one time before and I was not ecstatic about it! But I do like to cook vegetables this way. It makes them very tender but full of flavour.ReplyDelete
It's nice to be able to use a method where you don't have to keep an eye on the vegetables. The chicken and freekeh look amazing! I love that cookbook - so much inspiration.ReplyDelete
Now let's see. Two of your best friends came over to your house for conversation and dinner and one didn't get fed! Hmmmm I bet they loved seeing that baby, however. I need to get back to "Jerusalem" - didn't cook from it for the entire winter. Thanks again for the inspiration. I think the veggie packets were a good combo with the chicken and freekeh. Hats off to a hubby who loves yard work.ReplyDelete


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In this 4th - out of 5 - Production Diary, our director and Lead 3D Artist Miguel Madaíl and CG Generalist Rafael Sousa talk about our decisions and pipeline on the rendering process, as well as the partners involved, Redshift, Nvidia, GridMarkets and OrionVM.
The work is in progress and this episode also leaves you with a taste of how Don't Feed These Animals is coming along. We hope you like it!
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Shifting an entire pipeline to MAXON Cinema 4D was quite an experience and we did have an expert in our team. In this short tutorial, João Batista approaches the rigging tools. Hope you enjoy it.
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We will be at FMX between the 24th and 26th of April by Invitation of our supporter Maxon. Our Directors Guilherme Afonso and Miguel Madaíl de Freitas will share the full set up story since DFTA's inception. More information here.
In this first episode, Directors Guilherme Afonso and Miguel Madaíl, along with the Character Concept Artist José Alves da Silva, introduce Don't Feed These Animals short film and the partnership with our supporters Maxon, NVIDIA, Redshift and Wacom. Later on GridMarkets and Orion VM also came on board, but we'll get to that further on.


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Global Commercial Cooking Equipment Market accounted for $9,105 million in 2016, and is expected to reach $11,740 million by 2023, registering a CAGR of 3.8% from 2017 to 2023. Commercial cooking equipment play a vital role in the food service & processing industry. Cooking equipment, such as ovens and fryers, are used to prepare numerous raw & cooked food items. These equipment are popularly used in restaurants, hotels, and other commercial kitchens for ease in food preparation, increase in food safety, and reduction in labor & operational cost.
Restaurants have been gaining popularity among consumers, owing to changing lifestyle and growing influence toward outside food. Increase in popularity of creative cooking and baking among consumers has availability of a variety of cuisines for consumers. The revenue source for food service equipment market is based on the sales, after service, and replacement of food service equipment.
Market Segmentation
The market segmentation is based on type, end user, and geography. Based on type, it is classified into braising pans/ tilting skillets, broilers/ char broilers/ grills/ griddles, cook-chill systems, fryers, ovens, cookers, ranges, kettles, steamers, and others. On the basis of end user, it is categorized into full service restaurant & hotels, quick service restaurants, and catering service. The market is analyzed based on region into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
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Market Definition & Scope
The report incorporates the study of commercial cooking equipment. Equipment such as convection oven, combi oven, fryers and others designed to be used mainly in the food service industry (restaurants, hotels, cafes, bakery and similar others) are considered under the scope of study. However, industrial cooking equipment such as batch ovens, continuous ovens, belt ovens, conveyor oven & fryers, pressure fryers have not been considered under the scope.
End user segment is further divided into full service restaurants, quick service restaurants, and catering service. Restaurants/food outlets covered under each type are as follows:
Market Dynamics
The global commercial cooking equipment market is driven by growth in hospitality industry and change in lifestyle. In addition, increase in concerns of food safety and rise in preference for quick service restaurants over full service restaurants drive the market growth. However, volatile prices of raw materials and huge capital requirement for setting up new manufacturing facility restrain the market growth. Moreover, technological innovations in food service industry, such as launch of new & advance, energy efficient, and cost-effective products, are expected to unfold numerous opportunities for the market growth. Furthermore, some of the major challenges for the market players is to manufacture lightweight, cost effective, and energy efficient equipment.
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Ovens Segment Leads the Commercial Cooking Equipment Market
The ovens segment accounted for the highest market share to the overall commercial cooking equipment market in 2016. This is attributed to high price and large user base of ovens in the food service industry. Convection ovens are widely used at various food service outlets. Increase in demand for combi ovens due to their versatile usage is the key driver of the market. Moreover, launch of ovens with sustainable technology, increase in the number of quick service restaurants, rise in inclination of people toward ready-to-eat products, and introduction of smarter features fuel the market growth.
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Market Players in the Value Chain
Other Players in the Value Chain
The global commercial cooking equipment market has constantly evolved in the recent years. It presents potential opportunities for market players. Several companies have focused on launching newer, innovative energy-efficient equipment to expand their market shares and acquire new markets. At present, advanced energy-efficient commercial cooking equipment, such as combi ovens, have gained momentum in the global commercial cooking equipment market, owing to the better safety, time & labor efficiency, and reliability offered by these ovens as compared to conventional ovens.
In the recent years, numerous changes have been observed in the commercial cooking equipment installed in various commercial kitchens. The adoption of automated foodservice solutions replaces traditional cooking equipment in large kitchens. The introduction of electricity-based stoves and burners would provide energy-efficient solutions to hotels and restaurants. At present, there is a notable increase in the demand for processed/frozen fast food due to the rise in demand for readymade food, change in lifestyles, and surge in disposable incomes, which further boost the demand of commercial cooking equipment.
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We've been writing recently about secular trends that are impacting higher education. The following analysis further explores some of the data that underlie the rise in tuition prices and increase in financial aid.
by Heidi Taylor, Guest Contributor
The decision to attend Ivy League schools has remained surprisingly unhindered by the recent economic downturn. Most schools in the East have not seen a dramatic drop in admissions, and have remained at a rate consistent with last year's. Many colleges are offering more merit-based scholarships, but even schools like Yale that have not upped their scholarship funds continue to draw in thousands of applicants. While demand for schools like Yale and Harvard is less elastic than than that of other schools, even the Ivies were preparing for a smaller applicant pool.
Many Ivy League schools have also increased the amount of need-based scholarships they offer to incoming students, with Harvard boasting an 8 percent increase in the amount of scholarships as compared to last year. Harvard has also instated a policy since 2007 that allows families with incomes under $180,000 to put no more than 10 percent of their income toward tuition, with the rest covered by the school. In the short term, this has resulted in an increase in their financial aid budget, but it's likely that these increased costs — coupled with substantial endowment declines — will put upward pressure on Harvard's future tuition price. Already, Harvard's tuition has increased by 3.5 percent from last year, while financial aid increased by 18 percent — bringing the school's budget to $147 million, according to the Harvard Gazette.
On the other side of the spectrum, many public schools were anticipating a rise in admissions due to the economy (or at least a larger rise than private schools), though there has been little fluctuation in this regard. Applications for financial aid, however, have seen a significant increase, with many public schools' financial aid offices reporting upticks of several percentage points. Additionally, most public schools have been forced to raise their tuition rates because of cuts in state funding; this has resulted in fewer course options, larger class sizes, and even the laying off of professors. Incoming Texas A&M students, for example, have witnessed a tuition increase of 26% in just the past year.
From the perspective of lawmakers, cutting education spending can yield significant cost savings to already strapped state budgets, because parents of college-bound students have little choice but to cover the difference between tuition charged and financial aid received. There's no question that it is going to be difficult for many high school students to think about the future when they see eye-popping rises in tuition rates with few options to help pay for it. For this reason alone, alternative means of student financing will be all the more important.
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Good morning world. Dec 18th. Exactly 2 weeks since my diagnosis.
Still feels surreal.
I can tell you now like lots of other people cancer was something that happened to people you know not you !
What I learnt was is it can happen to you. So please listen to your body if you don't feel great, be aware of how your body feels and if necessary get yourself checked out.
Life can throw some shit at us but you get your best superhero cape on and face life's shit with determination, bravery, humour and a smile. Tears and emotion are expected and fine. Rage, shout, scream and cry at the shit but then come out with a positive attitude. Inner strength takes work but knowing there are people around you to support you helps so don't ever fear reaching out.
I have been pretty lucky timing wise that my family had already planning on a holiday together over the Christmas week. We just turned it into this spectacular super trip that meant so much for all of us given the bomb that is Cancer that has exploded into our lives. Being in the sunshine always makes you feel good. It sort of charges your batteries up. Time with family is also something that is so precious. Mix that in with a good helping of Disney Magic and it makes for just the best opportunity for me to get my head together and sort myself out for times ahead.
I have managed to get quite a bit of alone time. I am not sleeping too well but that is ok. I get up and I go sit out on the balcony in the sun and can begin to think things through and settle myself into a good place to face what's coming. I am getting battle ready. That in itself is kind of exhausting but as each day goes by I become strangely calm.
I can't work out why. Is it some weird sort of denial ? I don't think so. Is it just that you realise that you can't control this thing and it isn't a dream so you just know you have no choice but to deal with it it? I am not sure I have that answer yet but I do know that I feel strangely calm. I feel determined. I know with unwavering certainty that no matter what everything is going to be ok. I know there will be tough days. Days I feel like crying and get emotional but I know I will handle it. I know that once I have had my cry I will come back with humour and determination.
It will all be part of the story.


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Hübel Surrogacy and its Bioethics
Surrogacy and its Bioethics: Feminist & Theological Reflections
Speaker: Dr Sylvia Hübel
Member of the Dept. of Theological Ethics and the Interfaculty Centre for Biomedical Ethics and Law, University of Leuven, Belgium.
Time and Date: 18.00hrs, Thursday the 10th of September 2015.
Note: this event will now include brief talks by two women who have acted as surrogates.
Venue: Workshop Four, The Crescent Arts Centre, 2-4 University Road, Belfast.
The seminar is free but registration is encouraged, please email us at: firstname.lastname@example.com
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Surrogacy is a controversial form of medically assisted reproduction that challenges our basic ideas about motherhood and the bond between a mother and her child. Whilst the ethics of surrogate motherhood have been widely discussed women's voice and their lived experience have, nevertheless, been largely ignored. Beginning with a discussion of surrogacy and the various ways in which it has been implemented we will review the ethical issues around surrogacy from a feminist perspective, and consider the value of women's first-person narratives. I argue for the transformative potential of feminist analysis on the Biblical tradition. Furthermore, I contend that women's lived experience should not only inform clinical practice but the attendant psycho-social and pastoral support systems. Feminist approaches to bioethics and theology introduce new layers of understanding that can help us to evaluate the ethical impact of reproductive technologies on women's lives in its fullest possible sense.
Dr Sylvia Hübel is a member of the Interfaculty Centre for Biomedical Ethics and Law, University of Leuven, Belgium, and recently completed her Ph.D (Title: Women's Lived Experiences of Reproductive Technologies: A Feminist Bioethical Approach). Whilst in Belfast Dr Hübel will also be presenting at a conference 'ePatients: the medical, ethical and legal repercussions of blogging and micro-blogging experiences of illness and disease' taking place at QUB. See: https://epatientsconference.wordpress.com/


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Reading by Linda Lightsey Rice and Brian Skinner
Date and Time
Saturday Nov 10, 2018
November 10, 7 pm
SOMOS, 108 Civic Plaza Drive, Taos
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Linda Lightsey Rice, a native of South Carolina who has been coming to Taos regularly since 1995, is the author of the novels SOUTHERN EXPOSURE and AGAINST THE RUINS. Her first novel, favorably compared in reviews to the work of William Faulkner, was nominated for the PEN Hemingway Award. The recipient of numerous writing awards, including the McKnight Foundation Fellowship in Creative Prose, a Jerome Foundation Travel and Study Grant to Ireland, and an Artistic Residency at the Hawthornden Castle International Retreat for Writers in Scotland, she also previously worked in the NYC publishing industry and has taught creative writing in colleges and universities in the Southeast, Midwest, and Upstate New York. She has been a program administrator and Master Teacher of the Novel at The Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis, where she currently resides. Rice has often been a resident artist at the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation, where she is spending this fall. She calls Taos her "psychic home—perhaps because my prose is heavily visual, the juxtaposition of light and color and landscape here is more revelatory to me than almost any other place I've been." Brian Allan Skinner has written more than 120 published short stories which have appeared in small press and literary magazines in the United States, Canada, and Ireland. He is a former poetry and non-fiction reviewer for Kirkus Reviews and a production artist for Scientific American Newsletters in New York City. His most recent work, a collection of linked short stories, is Shoot Me, Jesus: Tales of the Old & New Southwest, published through Nighthawk Press. In 2015, Brian moved to Taos, New Mexico, which he first visited with his grandmother on a cross-country train trip aboard the Santa Fe Chief in 1960.


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Vintage Watercolor, Listed Artist Marjorie Tolkin Nichols - Quail on Joshua Tree
This is a large, original watercolor painting by a listed artist, Marjorie Tolkin Nichols (American, born 1912). Depicting a lone quail perched on a branch of a Joshua tree, this art work is elegant in its simplicity and could be termed "modern Southwest." Measuring 17 inches by 22 inches framed, with a sight size of 9 1/2 inches by 14 inches, the work is surrounded by a 3 inch wide pale beige single cut mat and a weathered grey color wooden frame 1/2 inch wide on the face and almost 2 inches high. It weighs 4 pounds 10 ounces and has a hanging wire installed on the reverse. All is in excellent condition, including the glare-free glass, with a few punctures in the dust paper (as found). Her painted, printed signature, vertical as was her custom and with the M circled, is in the upper right of the painting and is shown in photograph #3.
Marjorie Nichols was a student of the famous American artist Dale Nichols (1904 - 1995) and became his fourth wife. It's theorized that they met in Tubac, Arizona, where Dale Nichols had begun an art school, restoring some of the old buildings and painting in the quiet desert town that is now known as an artists' colony. They left in 1949, traveling to Guatemala; Marjorie returned to Tubac in 1959 and managed a gallery there in one of the old buildings her husband had renovated. In 1964 she held a national art show in Tubac and continued to paint; we believe this watercolor was done during that time period. We have not yet found any further information on Marjorie after the 1960's; Dale died in Arizona in 1989,
This is handsome work of art by a talented artist.
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