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This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of the legal framework and key issues surrounding restructuring and insolvency in Mexico.
This Q&A is part of the global guide to Restructuring & Insolvency.
For a full list of jurisdictional Q&As visit http://www.inhouselawyer.co.uk/practice-areas/restructuring-insolvency/
What forms of security can be granted over immovable and movable property? What formalities are required and what is the impact if such formalities are not complied with?
The most commonly used forms of security interest in Mexico are (a) the commercial pledge (prenda mercantil); (b) the floating lien pledge (prenda sin transmisión de posesión); (c) the security trust (fideicomiso de garantía); (d) the mortgage (hipoteca); and (e) the industrial mortgage (hipoteca industrial). Each of these forms of security interest has specific formalities requirements which, if not complied with, would render the security interest ineffective or not enforceable vis-à-vis third parties, as applicable.
a) Commercial Pledge.
Formalities: (i) execution of a pledge agreement; and (ii) additional requirements depending on the type of assets (e.g. in case of assets or bearer negotiable instruments, their delivery to the pledgee or in case of negotiable instruments, they must be delivered to the pledgee duly endorsed "in pledge" (en garantía) and, if such negotiable instruments are subject to registration (e.g. in the share registry book), the pledge must also be registered in the corresponding registry to be enforceable vis-à-vis third parties).
b) Floating Lien Pledge.
Formalities: (i) the execution of a floating lien pledge agreement; (ii) its ratification by a notary public; and (iii) its registration in the Sole Registry of Movable Collateral (Registro Unico de Garantías Mobiliarias, the "RUG") to be enforceable vis-à-vis third parties.
c) Security Trust.
Formalities: (i) the execution of a security trust agreement (in a public deed in case the trust estate includes real property or ratified by a notary public in case the value of such trust estate meets certain threshold (approximately USD$80,000.00); and (ii) its registration in the corresponding public registries to be enforceable vis-à-vis third parties (i.e. in the public registry of property and/or in the RUG in case the trust estate includes real property and/or personal property, respectively).
d) Mortgage.
Formalities: (i) the execution of a mortgage agreement by means of a public deed issued by a notary public; and (ii) its registration in the public registry of property where the real property is located to be enforceable vis-à-vis third parties.
e) Industrial Mortgage.
Formalities: (i) execution of an industrial mortgage agreement by means of a public deed issued by a notary public; and (ii) its registration in the corresponding public registries to be enforceable vis-à-vis third parties (i.e. in the public registry of property and/or in the RUG in case the industrial mortgage includes real property and/or personal property, respectively).
What practical issues do secured creditors face in enforcing their security (e.g. timing issues, requirement for court involvement)?
Except for the security trust (which could contemplate an extrajudicial foreclosure procedure), enforcement of all these collateral structures needs to take place by means of a judicial procedure. As in many other jurisdictions, judicial enforcement tends to be costly and lengthy. No self-help remedies are available in Mexico.
What is the test for insolvency? Is there any obligation on directors or officers of the debtor to open insolvency procedures upon the debtor becoming distressed or insolvent? Are there any consequences for failure to do so?
As a general rule (the "Insolvency Standard"), a company may be declared insolvent (in "Concurso Mercantil") when it has defaulted in its payment obligations to two or more creditors, and on the date of filing of the insolvency petition:
a) its due obligations that have been delinquent for more than 30 days represent 35% or more of its total outstanding obligations; and/or
b) it does not have sufficient liquid assets to pay for at least 80% of its obligations that are due and payable on such date (the "General Default").
Once the company has defaulted in its payment obligations to two or more creditors, it may file a voluntary insolvency petition when only one of the conditions described in items (a) and (b) above has been satisfied. In contrast, creditors of the company or the attorney general's office may also file an insolvency claim against the company, but only if it satisfies both such conditions.
There is no obligation on directors or officers of the debtor to open insolvency procedures upon the debtor becoming distressed or insolvent.
What insolvency procedures are available in the jurisdiction? Does management continue to operate the business and/or is the debtor subject to supervision? What roles do the court and other stakeholders play? How long does the process usually take to complete?
The Mexican insolvency law (Ley de Concursos Mercantiles, the "Insolvency Law") contemplates a single proceeding for reorganization (concurso mercantil) and bankruptcy (quiebra) (the "Insolvency Proceeding") with two successive stages:
a) Mediation. The first stage, known as the "mediation" stage, is compulsory and is designed to reorganize the insolvent entity (the "Mediation Stage").
b) Bankruptcy. The second stage, known as the "bankruptcy stage", provides for the bankruptcy and liquidation of the insolvent entity (the "Bankruptcy Stage").
During Mediation Stage, the directors or managers of the insolvent entity will remain in their respective positions, and the mediator (conciliador, the "Mediator") will be in charge of supervising the accounting books and all transactions carried out by the insolvent entity, with the goal of maintaining the insolvent entity as an on-going business.
In order to preserve the estate of the insolvent entity, the Mediator may request the insolvency court (the "Insolvency Court") to (i) remove directors or managers; or (ii) order the insolvent entity to cease operations. During the Bankruptcy Stage, directors or managers of the insolvent entity will be removed and the insolvent entity will be brought under the management of a receiver (síndico, the "Receiver") appointed by the Insolvency Court.
The Mediation Stage has a maximum term of 365 calendar days. If a valid reorganization agreement (the "Reorganization Agreement") has not been reached upon the conclusion of such term, the insolvent entity will be automatically declared in bankruptcy. The Bankruptcy Stage will end upon the sale of the estate of the insolvent entity and the payment of its obligations up to the amount of its estate, as described in our answer to Question 5 below.
How do creditors and other stakeholders rank on an insolvency of a debtor? Do any stakeholders enjoy particular priority (e.g. employees, pension liabilities)? Could the claims of any class of creditor be subordinated (e.g. equitable subordination)?
The proceeds obtained from the liquidation of the assets of the insolvent entity will be applied to make payments to creditors in the following order of priority:
First, labor claims for salaries and severance for the calendar year immediately preceding the insolvency judgment (the "Insolvency Judgement").
Second, claims derived from financing incurred for the management of the estate of the insolvent entity or financing that is indispensable to maintain the ordinary operations of the company and the necessary liquidity during the insolvency proceeding ("DIP Financing"), in each case, as approved by the Mediator or by the Insolvency Court.
Third, liabilities and obligations of the estate of the insolvent entity (i.e. management costs, fees and expenses incurred after the Insolvency Judgment is issued).
Fourth, costs and expenses derived from judicial and extrajudicial proceedings for the benefit of the insolvency estate.
Fifth, amounts paid to secured creditors as described below.
Sixth, labor claims (different than those described in first paragraph) and tax claims.
Seventh, claims of creditors that qualify as "privileged" under Mexican commercial laws (e.g. creditors that are entitled to retain an asset until payment is made), but only to the extent of the value of the respective privilege.
Eighth, claims of unsecured creditors.
Ninth, claims of (a) subordinated creditors, and (b) creditors that are related parties of the insolvent entity ("Subordinated Creditors").
Notwithstanding the foregoing, claims of secured creditors would be paid on a "super-priority" basis up to the amount of the respective collateral, and only the following claims would have priority over the amount of such collateral:
First, labor claims for salaries and severance for the calendar year preceding the issuance of the Insolvency Judgment.
Second, litigation expenses related for the defense or recovery of secured assets.
Third, necessary expenses for the repair, maintenance and disposition of the secured assets.
Can a debtor's pre-insolvency transactions be challenged? If so, by whom, when and on what grounds? What is the effect of a successful challenge and how are the rights of third parties impacted?
Yes, during the Mediation Stage creditors (the "Recognized Creditors") holding title to recognized claims (i.e. claims recognized and ranked by the Insolvency Court, the "Recognized Claims") may challenge any pre-insolvency transaction carried out by the insolvent entity when such transaction is deemed or presumed fraudulent pursuant to the Insolvency Law.
Any action consummated by the insolvent entity prior to the date of the Insolvency Judgment will be deemed fraudulent when the insolvent entity is knowingly defrauding its creditors, and the third party participating in any such action had actual knowledge of such fraudulent intent. If the action is gratuitous, the action will be deemed fraudulent even if the third party had no actual knowledge of the fraudulent intent.
As a general rule, the Insolvency Judgment will become effective retroactively on the date that is 270 calendar days (which could be extended in certain particular cases) prior to the date of the applicable Insolvency Judgment (the "Effective Date").
Any action consummated by the insolvent entity at any time after the Effective Date, (i) will be deemed fraudulent when, inter alia, (a) the insolvent entity receives no consideration, or the consideration received or paid by the insolvent entity, or the terms and conditions of the transaction, are clearly or materially below market, or (b) the insolvent entity makes a payment of indebtedness not yet due, or forgives receivables owed to it; and (ii) will be presumed fraudulent, unless the interested third party proves that it was acting in good faith, when, (a) the insolvent entity grants or increases collateral that was not originally contemplated, and (b) the insolvent entity makes any payments in-kind that were not originally contemplated. In addition, certain transactions among related parties will also be deemed fraudulent.
The effects of challenging pre-insolvency transactions that are deemed or presumed fraudulent is to declare such transactions null and void, thus returning things to their former conditions as though the transactions shall have never existed.
What form of stay or moratorium applies in insolvency proceedings against the continuation of legal proceedings or the enforcement of creditors' claims? Does that stay or moratorium have extraterritorial effect? In what circumstances may creditors benefit from any exceptions to such stay or moratorium?
The Insolvency Judgement will cause the suspension of all judicial proceedings of creditors against the relevant insolvent entity. In addition, the Insolvency Judge may grant certain injunctive reliefs that may include the temporary suspension of: (i) all payment obligations entered before the Insolvency Judgment, except for such payments that are required for the operation of the insolvent entity; and (ii) the foreclosure or liquidation of assets of the insolvent entity, except for secured guarantors that can start their foreclosure process over their collateral
The suspension of judicial proceedings as well as other injunctive reliefs, are not intended to have automatic extraterritorial effects but could have them if the foreign courts cooperate with the Mexican insolvency courts. Please note that such cooperation is more likely to apply when both countries have and international treaty in place that deals with reciprocity.
What restructuring and rescue procedures are available in the jurisdiction, what are the entry requirements and how is a restructuring plan approved and implemented? Does management continue to operate the business and/or is the debtor subject to supervision? What roles do the court and other stakeholders play?
The Concurso Mercantil is considered a restructuring proceeding as the Mediation Stage is designed to restructure the debts of an insolvent entity. In order for a Reorganization Agreement to become effective, it is required to be entered into by the insolvent entity and those Recognized Creditors that represent more than 50% of the sum of (a) the amount of all Recognized Claims of all unsecured Recognized Creditors and Subordinated Creditors of the insolvent entity, plus (b) the amount of all Recognized Claims of those secured Recognized Creditors that enter into the Reorganization Agreement.
However, if the Recognized Claims of Subordinated Creditors of the insolvent entity (including certain unsecured related party claims) represent 25% or more of total amount of all Recognized Claims, then such subordinated claims will not be taken into account for the voting requirements described above.
With respect to the management, supervision and the role of the court during the Mediation Stage, please refer to our answer to Question 4 above.
Can a debtor in restructuring proceedings obtain new financing and are any special priorities afforded to such financing (if available)?
Yes, DIP Financings are available under Mexican law with the prior approval of the Mediator or the Insolvency Court. DIP Financings are paid on a "super-priority" basis only after labor claims for salaries and severance for the calendar year immediately preceding the Insolvency Judgment, as described in our answer to Question 5 above.
Can a restructuring proceeding release claims against non-debtor parties (e.g. guarantees granted by parent entities, claims against directors of the debtor), and, if so, in what circumstances?
Yes, if approved by the Recognized Creditors and the Insolvency Judge in the Reorganization Agreement.
Is it common for creditor committees to be formed in restructuring proceedings and what powers or responsibilities to they have? Are they permitted to retain advisers and, if so, how are they funded?
There are no creditor committees contemplated by the Insolvency Law. However, the Insolvency Law provides that any creditor or group of creditors representing at least 10% of (i) all outstanding indebtedness included in the preliminary Creditor´s List or (ii) all Recognized Creditors, are entitled to designate a creditor´s supervisor (interventor; the "Creditor´s Supervisor") to supervise the acts of the Mediator, the Receiver and the insolvent entity in the administration of its business during the Insolvency Proceeding. The Creditor´s Supervisor shall have the following authorities:
(a) Request the notification and publication of the Insolvency Judgement.
(b) Request the insolvent entity, the Mediator or the Receiver access to accounting records of the insolvent entity, with respect to any matter that could impact or affect creditor´s interests.
(c) Request the insolvent entity, the Mediator or the Receiver written information on matters related to the management of the insolvency estate that could impact or affect creditor´s interests, including periodic reports presented by the Mediator and the Receiver.
(d) Act as intermediary between the creditor´s that designated him/her (or other creditors if so requested by them) and the insolvent entity, the Mediator and the Receiver.
(e) Other authorities, as provided by the Insolvency Law.
How are existing contracts treated in restructuring and insolvency processes? Are the parties obliged to continue to perform their obligations? Will termination, retention of title and set-off provisions in these contracts remain enforceable? Is there any an ability for either party to disclaim the contract?
As a general rule, the insolvent entity must continue to comply with its obligations under existing agreements, except (i) if the Mediator opposes to such performance in protection of the entity's estate or (ii) as provided in the Insolvency Law. The Insolvency Law provides specific rules for certain types of contracts, for example:
A. Purchase of goods. If an insolvent entity acquired goods prior to the Insolvency Judgement, the relevant seller shall not be bound to deliver them unless the price has been paid or secured. In the event of goods in transit for their delivery that have not been paid, the seller may oppose to such delivery.
B. Purchase of real property. If the seller of real property is declared insolvent, the purchaser shall have the right to receive the real property, provided that (i) such transaction was duly perfected prior to the Insolvency Judgement; and (ii) seller received the relevant purchase price.
What conditions apply to the sale of assets/the entire business in a restructuring or insolvency process? Does the purchaser acquire the assets "free and clear" of claims and liabilities? Can security be released without creditor consent? Is credit bidding permitted? Are pre-packaged sales possible?
As of the issuance of an Insolvency Judgment, any sale of assets should be approved by the Insolvency Court. In a liquidation scenario, all assets should be transferred free and clear of claims and liabilities.
A security interest cannot be released without creditor´s consent.
Credit bidding is not regulated by the Insolvency Law.
There are no pre-packaged sales, but in order to expedite an Insolvency Proceeding, the insolvent entity may file a proceeding with a reorganization plan, pre-agreed upon with its creditors that represent at least a simple majority of all outstanding indebtedness. In such case, there will be no need for a visit in order to declare the insolvency of the relevant entity, and the Mediation Stage of the proceeding would be limited to the definitive approval of the reorganization plan pursuant to the voting of the Reorganization Agreement.
What duties and liabilities should directors and officers be mindful of when managing a distressed debtor? What are the consequences of breach of duty? Is there any scope for other parties (e.g. director, partner, shareholder, lender) to incur liability for the debts of an insolvent debtor?
Pursuant to the Insolvency Law, the managers and relevant employees shall be liable for damages and lost profits (daños y perjuicios) caused to the insolvent entity in certain specific cases provided by the Insolvency Law. In addition, they would be liable when acting in breach of their duties of care and loyalty, and when acting with willful misconduct (dolosamente), bad faith (mala fe) or illegally. The Insolvency Law also contemplates that Directors could be criminally liable.
Except for guarantors, joint obligors, co-borrowers, or similar parties, third parties are not liable for the Recognized Claims of an insolvent entity. Partners and shareholders are generally limited to the value of their equity contributions.
Do restructuring or insolvency proceedings have the effect of releasing directors and other stakeholders from liability for previous actions and decisions?
Neither Restructuring nor Insolvency Proceedings release directors, managers or other stakeholders from liability. Please refer to our answer to Question 14 above.
Will a local court recognise concurrent foreign restructuring or insolvency proceedings over a local debtor? What is the process and test for achieving such recognition? Has the UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross Border Insolvency been adopted or is it under consideration in your country?
The Insolvency Law provides that foreign restructuring or insolvency proceedings may be recognized by local Insolvency Courts, provided that the following requirements are met: (i) the respective proceeding must be a foreign collective proceeding (judicial or administrative in nature), carried out pursuant to a law regulating the insolvency, bankruptcy or reorganization of insolvent entities and in which the assets and business of such insolvent entities are subject to the control or surveillance of a foreign court for their restructuring or liquidation; (ii) the recognition must be requested by a foreign representative that must be a person or corporate body duly appointed in a foreign proceeding to manage the restructuring or liquidation of the assets or business of insolvent entities or to act as a representative of the foreign proceeding; and (iii) the recognition request must meet certain requirements provided by the Insolvency Law (e.g. it must be filed together with certain documents and with the competent court).
Mexico is a member of the UNCITRAL and has adopted UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross Border Insolvency.
Can debtors incorporated elsewhere enter into restructuring or insolvency proceedings in the jurisdiction?
Yes, provided that such foreign entity complies with the provisions or Title XII of the Insolvency Law.
How are groups of companies treated on the restructuring or insolvency of one of more members of that group? Is there scope for cooperation between office holders?
Entities of the same corporate group are entitled to file a petition for joinder insolvency with the only requirement that one of the entities of the corporate group complies with any of the Insolvency Standards (as described in our answer to Question 3 above), and such event results in one or more of the corporate group´s entities being in the same situation.
The Insolvency proceedings of entities belonging to a corporate group accumulate as a single proceeding but are dealt with on a separate basis. Furthermore, the estates of each entity shall remain independent throughout the Insolvency Proceedings.
Is it a debtor or creditor friendly jurisdiction?
We consider that our law is a well-balanced law. Its main purpose is to allow an insolvent entity to get a fresh start by reaching out an agreement with its creditors, but at the same time provides good protection to those creditors. Our Insolvency Law is based on the UNCITRAL Law.
Do sociopolitical factors give additional influence to certain stakeholders in restructurings or insolvencies in the jurisdiction (e.g. pressure around employees or pensions)? What role does the state play in relation to a distressed business (e.g. availability of state support)?
As in many other jurisdictions, socio-political factors may have some influence in certain restructurings, particularly depending on the industry.
In the recent past, the state has not provided support even in important cases like the Mexicana de Aviación insolvency procedure.
What are the greatest barriers to efficient and effective restructurings and insolvencies in the jurisdiction? Are there any proposals for reform to counter any such barriers?
The greatest challenges to effective restructurings lie within Mexico's judiciary system. The workload of Mexican courts is huge.
Given the specialization that insolvency cases require, we understand there are some preliminary discussions about appointing judges that would only hear insolvency cases (currently general federal courts hear insolvency cases), which would be ideal.


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"Handmaid" presents a grim dystopia where the United States has become a radical Christian country called Gilead. Women have been reduced to second class citizens, whose rights are severely restricted. Fertility declines have spurred the enslavement of the few fertile women left, who are forced to be breeding stock, or "handmaids," to the ruling elite. Our protagonist is Offred (Elizabeth Moss), the newly assigned handmaid to Commander Waterford (Joseph Fiennes) and his wife Serena Joy (Yvonne Strahovski). As Offred navigates her tightly restricted life, we learn about her past and family, how Gilead was created, and the stories of some of her fellow handmaids.
From Offred's POV we learn about her world, the camera often keeping her face in close-up, even as she's rendered all but invisible from everyone around her by the wings of a starched white bonnet. So much of the storytelling comes down to Elizabeth Moss, her carefully guarded reactions to the horrors she witnesses, and the roiling fury of her inner monologues, often provided in sarcastic voice-over. She carries the entire series effortlessly, and I think the series is worth a watch for her alone. It's largely thanks to her performance that some of the show's weaker writing and pacing issues aren't as glaring as they could be. While this is clearly a prestige project for Hulu, and they put an impressive amount of resources into it, there are some fundamental weaknesses to the first season.
The biggest issue is that the ideological construction of this world is fairly flimsy, and it was never explained to my satisfaction how the U.S. went from relatively sane to a color-coded Puritanical nightmare so quickly. However, the dystopia itself certainly feels genuine on a personal level, where every social interaction is governed by dehumanizing rules and rituals, with plenty of real world parallels. Beautifully shot, with striking costuming to delineate the hierarchy of every character in every scene, "The Handmaid's Tale" looks absolutely fantastic. The look of the handmaids in particular are instantly iconic. The cast also boasts a bumper crop of excellent performances, that go a long way toward selling the paranoid oppressiveness and misery of Gilead's society. Moss and Strahovski are the MVPs, but well-drawn secondary characters played by Alexis Bledel, Samira Wiley, Ann Dowd, Max Minghella, and Madeline Brewer also help make the world feel more plausible and immersive.
So it's easier to forgive the occasional creative missteps, like centering two episodes on male characters in a way that makes those installments feel like filler. Or the ironic use of pop songs to underscore some of the big emotional moments. The show's creators get the important things right, like the infuriating little hypocrisies of the Waterfords, Offred's complicated relationships with the other handmaids, and the small but meaningful acts of resistance. For those who might be wary of "Handmaid" because of the subject matter, the series is far from all doom and gloom. There are plenty of intense emotional moments, and some jarring violence, but also welcome instances of humor and triumph. Ultimately, I found the show very uplifting.
Also, though I understand that the first seasons covers the entirety of the source novel, "The Handmaid's Tale" feels like it could easily spawn several more seasons. In fact, I'd have been very disappointed if the show ended after only one year, because I feel like it could significantly improve in the future. I would love to see a spotlight episode for Ann Dowd's character, for example, and the worldbuilding gaps could be easily patched. As alien and frightening as the world of Gilead is, the show got me to care about the characters enough that I want to follow their stories for a while.


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Join Richard Stim for an in-depth discussion in this video Musician releases, part of Music Law: Recording, Management, Rights, and Performance Contracts.
- While in the studio,…an artist may hire another musician,…say, a session musician to record on a track.…Copyright law requires that the artist…obtain written permission…to use the session musician's performance…on the recording.…For that reason,…all major labels and most independents…require a written agreement.…If a session musician…is under an exclusive recording agreement…with a record company,…they may need to seek permission…in order to perform on outside recordings.…
If so, there may be a special credit required…in the album information.…For example,…"Lindsay Maxwell appears courtesy of NBT Records."…If a session musician is a member…of the American Federation of Musicians Union,…then they must be paid according to union rates.…The session musician will furnish…the recording artist with the AFM forms…for each recording session.…Recordings made for a major label…usually must use union musicians.…
A musician release typically contains…an introductory section with the name of the parties,…a listing of the songs…
For example, when it comes to record contracts, it's important to know how advances and royalties work, how to maintain creative control, and what happens when a member leaves a band. Rich also tackles management contracts, describing what managers can do for you—and what to do when you need to let them go. Next, he explores the basic terms, riders, and payment options in performance contracts. Then learn about releases, artwork permissions, publishing and producer agreements, and other types of legal arrangements. Rich wraps up the course with a discussion of oral agreements, attorney fees and roles, and five basic rules worth remembering for every music contract.
DISCLAIMER: This course is taught by an attorney (or other instructor) and addresses US law concepts that may not apply in all countries. Neither LinkedIn (including Lynda.com) nor the instructor represents you and they are not giving legal advice. The information conveyed through this course is akin to a college or law school course; it is not intended to give legal advice, but instead to communicate information to help viewers understand the basics of the topic presented. The views (and legal interpretations) presented in this course do not necessarily represent the views of LinkedIn or Lynda.com.
- Why bother with a contract?
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Tips and resources for using voting technology in the classroom at both KS2 and KS3, as teachers share advice on how it can enhance teaching and learning, in this ICT resource for those less confident with technology.
Covering how to create interactive presentations, the use of voting technology to monitor progress, and creating self paced activities, the video shows Year 5 teacher Dil Dias as he sets out to discover whether voting technology can enhance his teaching and learning.
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Most people don't realise how much the "last mile" can cost to install. A Cisco rep told me of a Norwegian customer - a service provider selling triple-play (voice, video and data) broadband - which offers a 50 percent discount if you dig your own trench from the road and drill your own hole through the wall.
Norwegians are by and large a practical lot, and it's not too hard imagining them borrowing a digger and doing the job themselves. It would be rather more scary if BT or ntl:Telewest tried to making the same offer in the UK - I can envisage some serious structural damage taking place.


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-by Zohaa Wajid
The phrase 'a Pakistani working at NASA' commands our attention since it is not an everyday occurrence. Indeed, Dr. Bashir Syed was not ordinary.
Hailing from Pakistan, being a dedicated student, he made his way to the US with a Fulbright scholarship, earning a Doctorate of Science in Solar Physics. It is an interesting fact that he studied at and later taught at DJ Sindh Science College where Dr. Abdul Qadeer Khan happened to be his student.
After a while in the US, he had the honour of becoming a part of NASA as a solar physicist. He played a pivotal role in the United States Space Program throughout the course of the project. Later, he worked in the Space Shuttle Modification Programme to keep the shuttle technologically superior. Moreover, he was involved in NASA's work to build space probes. Being an expert on cosmic and solar radiation, he was assigned to look over the adverse effects of space radiation on space craft. As a result, he was a key player in the evolution and building of Mars Pathfinder. Towards the end of his career in NASA, he was engaged in the United States Mercury project where he studied and researched on solar-produced plasma.
Even after leaving NASA, he did not leave it. Founding his company EnerTech Enterprises, he continued to support NASA's Mars Project by supplying them with cosmic and solar radiation equipment.
Following his retirement, he became a part of Pakistan's Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission where his research in solar physics and astronomy went uninterrupted. During this time, he also trained a handful of Pakistani scientists and engineers in the field of solar technology.
His interests did not just lie in solar physics, he strongly advocated the development of wind and power plants as a solution to the world energy crises. Writing a number of articles on the issue and travelling the world to give lectures on the subject, he hoped his efforts would educate them in ways to design renewable energy projects. Since Pakistan is blessed with sunny days all year round and has areas suitable for harnessing wind energy, he believed this would rid us of obstacles in meeting the energy requirements in Pakistan while leaving the atmosphere unharmed, unlike fossil fuels. To his satisfaction, he was able to able to establish wind power and solar power plants in Pakistan.
As is clear from his life, he was extremely dedicated to his field and his work. Such a spirit is not encountered frequently. The world is grateful for all his efforts in the advancement of space technology and renewable energy.


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Forcepoint is transforming cybersecurity by focusing on what matters most: understanding people's intent as they interact with critical data and intellectual property wherever it resides. Our uncompromising systems enable companies to empower employees with unobstructed access to confidential data while protecting intellectual property and simplifying compliance. Based in Austin, Texas, Forcepoint supports more than 20,000 organizations worldwide. For more about Forcepoint, visit www.Forcepoint.com and follow us on Twitter at @ForcepointSec.
We are seeking an IT Systems Engineer who will own the global virtual lab in an on-premises and cloud based environments for Forcepoint technical staffs across the organization. The IT Systems Engineer will be part of Forcepoint Technical Learning Services Organization as part of a growing, global team of technical course developers and trainers delivering modern and engaging training across multiple delivery modalities. In your role, you will build, provision, troubleshoot and maintain Forcepoint product and training lab environments. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Technical Delivery, you will collaborate with Forcepoint training developers, Technical Trainers, Professional Services and Technical Support to support multi-departmental strategies and initiatives.
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- Align the Forcepoint "Human Point" strategy within the delivery of training to ensure that students understand how the Human Point strategy is realized in our products and solutions
- Build knowledge of, and stay current in Forcepoint products and solutions, and associated offerings
- Provision and configuration of on-premises and cloud based lab environments
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- Bachelor Degree in Technical Education or technical disciplines (computer science, engineering, physics, mathematics)
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- Experience in working with complex Software; Forcepoint software is a plus
- Demonstrated ability in intermediate Networking and Systems Security concepts
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- Strong experience in VMWARE systems, specifically vCenter and ESXi platforms
- Experience in provisioning Virtual Machines, performing SysPrep in a multi Operating System environment
- Adaptable to new ideas, feedback and able to find creative solutions for challenges faced with constant Forcepoint software upgrades
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Kashmir Times. Dated: 9/11/2018 8:30:04 AM
JEHANABAD, Sep 10 (Agencies): A two-year-old girl died on Monday after the auto carrying her to the hospital was stuck in traffic blockade during the ongoing Bharat Bandh in Bihar's Jehanabad.The toddler and her family were on their way to Jehanabad civil hospital when the vehicle was stopped due to a road blockade.The child's life could have been saved if the vehicle was allowed to move ahead, alleged the parents."Everyone has the right to protest. But a two-year-old died on the road. Rahul Gandhi needs to answer," IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said while addressing a conference on Monday.Meanwhile, authorities have denied that the child died due to traffic jam, "The death of the child is not related to bandh or traffic jam, the relatives had left late from their home," said SDO Jehanabad Paritosh Kumar.Normal life was thrown out of gear in Bihar due to the nationwide strike called by the Congress to protest against the rising fuel prices.Disturbing scenes were witnessed in Patna where Loktantrik Janata Dal workers carried a motorbike on their shoulders to protest against fuel price hike. Party cadres also damaged dozens of four wheelers, buses and two-wheelers.Several protestors from various Opposition parties took to streets, some clashing with police at several places while enforcing the shutdown.Over a dozen long route express and passenger trains were stopped at Patna, Gaya, Bhojpur, Jehanabad, Khagaria, Madhubani, Sagarsa, Darbhanga, Banka, Bhagalpur, Sheikhpura and Muzaffarpur railway stations.The shutdown supporters blocked national and state highways, disrupted rail and road traffic for hours and stranded thousands of passengers at different railway stations and bus stands.At several places, the activists were seen burning tyres on the roads.Schools and colleges remained closed across the state. Markets and business centres were also closed.Additional security personnel have been deployed all across the state to maintain law and order.The shutdown in Bihar has been supported by the opposition Rashtryia Janata Dal (RJD), Left Parties, Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) and Pappu Yadav's Jan Adhikar Party.Several opposition parties - led by Congress - have called for a 'Bharat Bandh' on Monday to protest against catapulting petrol and diesel prices across the country to record levels. Price of both - already having set records earlier this year - rose for almost all of last week and petrol even breached the Rs 80/litre mark in the national capital.
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These photos show armed police at Meersbrook Park this evening, with unconfirmed reports suggesting a young man has been shot.
A resident who lives opposite the park told how around 10 armed officers and four police vehicles had arrived at the southern end of the park, near the Bishops' House gate off Lees Hall Avenue, at around 7pm this evening.
The man, who asked to remain anonymous, said police appeared to spend around 90 minutes searching the park before leaving.
READ MORE: Reports of armed police at Meersbrook Park in Sheffield
Reports circulating on social media suggest a young man has been shot in the area this evening, but police have yet to confirm why armed officers attended.
The Star has contacted South Yorkshire Police and will attempt to bring you more details as we get them.
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Doctor Who XIII.13-16: The Android Invasion
I'm just watching this for the first time in years. It's livelier than I expected, with explicit allusion to The Quatermass Experiment and strong, simple visuals.
It's tempting to view Crayford's eyepatch as a false trail, given he is introduced as a Brigadier-imposter, sitting apparently in Alistair's office, eyepatched like Inferno's Brigade-Leader; more tenuous is the possibility that the shopkeepers A.V. & N.G. Kirby is a reference to The Avengers and its penchant for mock Tudor 'Avengerland' in its latter years. The Kraals sent the five-year-old me retreating to my parents' bedroom for three weeks in 1975, butwhile their first appearance is still startling, afterwards they appear like determined pugs.
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Meeting school teacher Sharon and a simple American guy Rob was an accident. Such moments are always nice to remember. The characters met in a London pub. They immediately showed great mutual sympathy. No one wanted a serious relationship – it was a short pleasant pastime. The couple spends a passionate night, after which they leave in different directions. The guy went back to the American continent, but recently a friend went to Ireland. Such stories happen everywhere. Well, if they end with the most pleasant memories. In this case, the characters of the series "Catastrophe" faced with another problem. The girl soon learns about her accidental pregnancy. She does not want to have an abortion and informs the biological father. Rob was an honest and responsible young man, so he moved to London. Although the couple is not ready for a family relationship, but for the sake of the child, the heroes are ready to take risks. No less problems arose with the relatives of the future spouses. Sharon grew up in a conservative Catholic family, and Rob needs to find a common language with the temperamental mother of the guy. A lot of funny situations waiting for the heroes ahead…
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Did you know that Tanzania's Serengeti Plains are witness to a migration of nearly two million wildebeest and zebra, every year, one of the oldest and last great land migrations on the planet? The Great Migration, a circular grazing path determined by the availability of food, prompts the herd to head north towards Kenya's Maasai Mara in the spring and return to Tanzania's Serengeti when the rains return in the autumn. Whether travelers have been to Africa previously or this is their first visit, the "Great Migration" as a bucket-list event should not be missed!
Classic Escapes, a family-owned boutique travel company specializing in nature and cultural journeys, is offering two exclusive departures of the 10-Day Tanzania: Treasures of the Land of Kilimanjaro tour through their Great Escapes program.
This competitively priced trip begins at $3,995* per person, double, and includes superior accommodations, all meals on safari in Tanzania, all wildlife viewing by land cruiser, gratuities, park entry fees and emergency evacuation insurance. International airfare is not included.
The itinerary, which visits Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Oldupai Gorge and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area has two guaranteed departure dates: May 19-28 and November 4-13, 2018**, though additional departure dates can be added upon request. Optional post-extension to Zanzibar and hot air balloon safari excursion in Tanzania may be added for an additional price.
Highlights of the Tanzania Itinerary Include:
- Enjoy spectacular game drives in Lake Manyara National Park, where the variety in salinity levels attracts over 350 diverse bird species (including flamingos) and the nearby woodlands shelter the elusive tree-climbing lions, the signature species of the park;
- Explore the spectacular Serengeti National Park, which protects the most varied collection of terrestrial wildlife and witnesses the great migration of over a million wildebeest and other herbivores in search of grazing grounds every year.
- Stop at Oldupai Gorge, where Louis and Mary Leakey uncovered human fossils in 1959, along with the remains of prehistoric elephant, sheep and ostrich;
- Spend most of the day on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, (a World Heritage Site, extinct volcano and the largest unbroken caldera in the world), where the Maasai regularly bring their cattle to graze;
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Shanga Shangaa, (meaning "Beads Amazing" in Swahili), a small business employing 42 disabled, mute and deaf people based near Arusha.
For more information and to view the full itinerary, please visit: http://www.classicescapes.com/content/classic-escapes-presents-great-escape-tanzania
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Our Amenities
Breastfeeding/Pumping Room
There are designated breastfeeding rooms located throughout the hospital. They are located on the 2nd floor, east of elevators next to physician's lounge, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Please ask in the Family and Community Resource Centre.
Showers are available in the staff washrooms on every floor in the hallway behind the main elevator bank. They are available for public use, 24-hours a day.
The Family Accommodation Centre
The Family Accommodation Suite is located on the 2nd floor, and has five sleeping rooms each with a full washroom. It is attached to the Family Centre lounge area where both inpatient and outpatient families can relax, have lunch or play a game.
The Family Centre has a TV with an Xbox, lots of books, magazines and games. It also has a fridge, microwave and laundry facilities.
To find out more about the Family Centre, contact a Family Support Specialist at 403-955-3272.
Emily's Window Gift Shop
Emily's Window Gift Shop is a 'hospital boutique' that has been serving patients, families, visitors and staff since 1984. This volunteer supported and operated retail business features toys, stuffed animals, gifts, giftware, and fashion accessories for children and adults. All proceeds are used to support patient care and comfort as well as purchase patient focused equipment. Since 1984, the volunteers of Emily's Window have donated over $2.5 million to the Alberta Children's Hospital.
The Gift Shop is located at the Main Floor Entrance of the Alberta Children's Hospital.
Bank Machines
There is a 24-hour Royal Bank cash machine located near the Mountainview Cafe.
Another machine is near the parking payment machines in the covered hallway leading to the parkade.
Lockers are available on a first come, first serve basis next to the bank machines by the cafeteria.
The main washrooms are located on every floor next to the main bank of elevators. Other washrooms are located throughout the building. Please ask a staff member for directions.
Lost and Found
There is a lost in found in the Protection Services/Security area just beyond the admitting desk on the main level of the hospital.
Emily's Backyard
Emily's backyard is a play area located just inside the main entrance. This fun and friendly area was named after a cat that used to roam the old hospital.
Both outpatient and inpatient families may access this free service for patients and siblings. Professional staff and volunteers engage children in fun activities in a safe and caring environment.
Please note you need to be within the hospital walls to have your children use Emily's backyard. The playroom is designed for a short term stay, and is not intended to be a daycare (1.5 hrs max).
Food and beverages are not permitted in the play area, so if your child has special needs, for example a diabetic needing a snack, please inform our staff.
Parents can call or email to pre-register their child.
When booking an appointment, please provide your child's first and last name, if they are a patient, or a sibling, age, time needed (1.5 hrs max), appointment location, name of parent or guardian, and special needs.
Please notify us of cancellations as space is limited.


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Magnetic nails were one of my favourite discoveries of 2012. They're so easy and so cheap, but they really don't look like that. Two years later, whenever i wear these, i still get compliments and its always a topic of conversation.
Since then, BarryM have brought out a whole host of colours, all winter shades i must admit but i still love them nonetheless!
My only gripe is that for some reason the magnetic polishes have less staying power than the regular BarryM colours, but i truly feel its worth it just to have this look for a couple of days
Technique wise, these couldn't be easier to use and I've even been known to do these in the car on my way to a party before - they're THAT easy!
If you've followed my blog for some time you'll know that BarryM was one of the first even brands i got into, and i would regularly use my weekly pocket money to buy the brightest shade of polish i could find - 8 years later and not much has changed, I just now have a collection with enough nail polish to paint a country.
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Right now I've made it through to Chapter 3 but I found Chapter 2 quite challenging because some of the Figures do not match the associated text. Below is my version (as big as I could make it) of Figure 2-6 from the book. It is how I understand it to look, and I believe, it is what Raffaele Garofalo is attempting to communicate. I have submitted several erratas in regards to Chapter 2 but until those are sorted out I hope I am helping other readers.
Things to note:
Chapter 2 code is not included the source code download I grabbed from Apress on 6/27/2011.
I used Apress.TimeTracker like the text suggests and not Apress.TimeTracking like the figure(s) in the book contain.
Under the 3rdParty Folder, WPFToolKit.Extended.dll is actually not from Microsoft but rather an individual effort from codeplex – here. In Figure 2-7 of the book Raffaele shows the extended toolkit added to the project and not the WPF Toolkit provided by Microsoft which he suggests he is using on page 26. In the text on page 39 it only describes it as "WPFToolkit" and so I have assumed the he meant the Extended version given the Figure and it's placement in the 3rdParty folder.
I also used Lib as a folder name and not Lib and Resources as in the Figures in the book do since the icons are placed in Apress.TimeTracker/Resources/Images as per Figure 2-8 on page 40.


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The diverse ecosystem developed by the mangrove forest
Thailand is located in the tropical areas, with high temperatures throughout the year. Its natural environment has uniquely evolved to adapt to its climate, such as the vast mangrove forests spreading out along the coasts of Thailand. The original mangrove forests provided a safe area for small fish, crabs, shellfish, and shrimp. This project has been launched to support the recovery of the mangrove forests.
Tomoyuki Fujimoto
We at BROTHER COMMERCIAL (THAILAND) LTD. (BCTL) aim to win the respect of all our stakeholders. Together with our business partners, employees at BCTL and their family members can protect the beautiful environment in Thailand. Through this mangrove reforestation project, we have come to realize that we could improve the public awareness of environmental conservation in this community. I believe that our effort to mangrove reforestation will lead to a positive result.
Phansupa Weerapichet
Since I've taken over this mangrove reforestation project from my predecessor, this is the first time I have participated in the tree planting activity. I worked hard with many other participants, conducting research in the devastated mangrove forests, and sorting seedlings. We still have a long way to go to restore the original mangrove forests in Thailand, but the seedlings we've already planted are growing, green areas are being expanded, and aquatic life is successfully increasing. I will continue to devote myself to the mangrove reforestation project.
Protecting and developing the diverse ecosystem with Brother's employees
This project was launched to support the recovery of the mangrove forests. Primarily we make donations, help build a "Bamboo Wall" to protect seedlings against waves, and plant trees. Those which were planted in 2009 have been steadily growing, and a small ecosystem has started to inhabit the mangrove forests. We cooperate in order to increase awareness of the environmental activities, through the employees themselves participating in this project.
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National anthem of EstoniaAlong with Latvia and Lithuania, Estonia is one of the countries in northeastern Europe called the Baltic states. Estonia's capital is Tallinn.
Estonia borders the Baltic Sea, Russia, and Latvia. Two large islands, Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, lie west of the mainland. Much of the land is low-lying and marshy. On the Russian border is the large Lake Peipus. Estonia has cool summers and moderately cold winters.
Forests cover almost half of Estonia. Pines, firs, birches, and aspens are common trees. The forests provide homes for roe deer, elk, lynx, bears, wild boars, and flying squirrels. Birds include various types of eagles and black storks.
About two thirds of the people are ethnic Estonians. The Estonian language is much like Finnish. Russians form the next largest group. There are also small groups of Ukrainians, Belarusians, and Finns. Christianity is the main religion, but less than half of the people are religious. The population is mainly urban.
Most Estonians work in services, including transportation, computer technology, and telecommunications. Manufacturers make processed food, electronics, machinery, cotton cloth, and wood products. A key part of Estonia's industry is a mineral called oil shale, which is used for fuel.
The Estonians survived invasions by Vikings, Danes, Swedes, and Russians until the 1200s, when German knights conquered the area. By 1629 Sweden had won the Estonian lands. After 1721 Russia ruled Estonia for almost two centuries.
The Estonians declared their independence in 1918. In 1940, however, the Soviet Union made Estonia one of its republics. In 1991 Estonia won full independence from the Soviet Union, which was breaking apart. Estonia joined the European Union in 2004.


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Chinese New Year: Shine the Coins Experiment
2016 is the Year of Monkey for Chinese people. During Chinese New Year feasts, it is common to see dumplings as a main dish since they are symbols for fortune in Chinese culture. Clean and sanitized coins are usually mixed in the fillings of the dumplings. Whoever gets the dumplings with coins are considered lucky in the coming new year.
Shine the Coins Experiment:
A minor variation to the experiment would be preparing four cups filled with different solutions: water only/water and salt/salt and vinegar/vinegar only. Have students predict which solution shines the coins best before the experiment.
Books about Chinese New Year and cultural traditions:
Bringing In the New Year by Grace Lin
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Bellefonte man convicted of assault
A judge found a Bellefonte man guilty of several charges after a non-jury trial Thursday, according to the Centre County District Attorney's Office.
William Kephart, 42, was arrested by Bellefonte police in January on charges of simple assault, making terroristic threats, disorderly conduct and harassment charges. Kephart was accused by police of screaming profanities at his ex-wife and pulling a knife on her after an argument over $50, according to court documents.
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Africa Groundwater Network has now launched its new web-site www.agw-net.org which is far more functional than the old web site. The network manager is able to update the site and therefore can add new events, disseminate news on behalf of the membership, add new materials, etc.
The web-site can provide a service that is available to our members and you are encouraged to use it. The site can be used as a means to disseminate groundwater news, advertize groundwater and related events, initiate projects and activities, develop awareness and expand capacity development. We will flight links to announcements of relevant events, courses, meetings as well as adding links to the web-sites of our partner networks and institutions that support us. We intend to add useful technical and capacity building material to the web site, such as our training manual and power point presentations. We will also provide links to other useful technical information that is available on the internet. We aim to become a useful resource site for our members.
Members and any interested party can browse our membership list, search the list by country and by area of interest, thus providing a valuable resource for any organization looking for professional groundwater expertize in Africa.
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I had to take Emma to the pediatrician yesterday b/c all the kids got a cold last week but theri cough went away, her got nasty. SHe does not like the doctor since her last well check up and they pricked her finger and gave her multiple shots. Who can blame her, right? I had to force her to stay home from school and go. When the doctor asked her what was wrong, she again insisted, "Nothing". The doctor asked, "Are you sick?" and gave me a puzzled look. Emma said, "No, so I don't need my finger pricked, no shots, and no throat thing!". I about laughed out loud, poor kid. The doctor assured her she was not getting shots or finger pricks but she had to see her throat to be sure that didn't need to be done. After checking her out that was not needed but she is very congested and has Bronchitis. She told Em, "See you were sick." Em replied, "I know". SHe is a hoot. Now she has bugged me hundred times for her medicine, just in case I forget she only needs it once a day. She loves the flavor and told me she thinks the doctor would say she could have a little more b/c she was really sick. Whatever.
I am taking the kiddos trick or treating tonight at the mall with a Moms Group I joined to make some friends. I am a bit concerned we will not fit in at all b/c their kids are so much younger. It is supposed to be a forward thinking hip mama group, no kidding that is what it says. How forward thinking will they be when I bring along my crazy kidlets? I will definitely post about that with pictures tomorrow.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The Doctor and Early Treats
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acatecas is a city in Mexico, the capital of the state of Zacatecas. It was founded 1548, two years after the nearby discovery of silver, and became an officially-recognized city in 1584. Its population as of the 2005 census was 122,889. Zacatecas is also the municipal seat of the municipality of Zacatecas which surrounds the city. The municipality had a population of 132,035 and an area of 444 km² (171.4 sq mi). The city is the largest in the state, slightly larger than Fresnillo (pop. 110,892), but the municipality of Fresnillo (pop. 196,538) has a greater area, with more population in its outlying communities.
Some scenery along the way
We stayed at the Hotel Hacienda del Bosque & RV Park
GPS Location: N 22.77406 W 102.61972 7,800 ft
Excellent services: water, power(30 A and 50 A available) ,sewer and WiFi( excellent signal)
We paid $25 dollars each for a tour of the city and its historical monuments including a silver/gold mine( this price included our fare on the tram and entrance fee to the mine). They picked us up at 10am in front of the Hotel and took us to our first spot. Our wonderful tour guides name was Alma.
We had a great view of the city from up here
John and Alma
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Alma and Angela entering the mine. We are wearing these caps because we will be putting hardhats on before we enter the mine.
We are so cute!!!
Mine entrance once you pass through the gift/coffee shop
All except one tunnel was mined by hand.
The whole mine has been updated with lighting, bathrooms, a nightclub and a museum. At the end of the tour you get on a train to take you back up to the entrance.
This is the only place in the 7 levels of the mine that they used explosives. There were 200 men per level working when the mine was open. they brought there water and meals down with them because they did not go back to the surface until the end of the day. Children and women also worked in the mine.
This is where water would have been brought into the mine
Security cameras and lots of signs
We are heading down to Level 5 ( we started at level 3)
Railings and stairs ( this is the best laid out mine tour I have ever seen)
This is where you come to pray for loved ones who have perished in an accident
Vein of gold in quartz
They used to climb ladders with injured on a stretcher to get them up to the surface
The nightclub was closed, but i took a couple of pictures through the gates. It is open on weekends
This is the track that the railway cars come down on
Bathroom anyone?
Museum and shops
Our train to take us out
We made it!
Next stop downtown historical Zacatecas. Alma took us on a driving tour and then dropped us off at the Cathedral.
Time for lunch
Taco chips and salsa (free)
I ordered Chicken with red mole sauce (excellent)
I can't remember what John had, but it was chicken with rolled up tacos smothered with cheese and veg
More touring of downtown
We took a taxi back to the RV park ( $5) and he headed up this narrow road
Onto San Miguel de Allende, but we have to make it through Guanajuato first with its underground streets
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NAS boxes are great, but how about a NUS box? NUS as in Network USBStorage. Cirago recently launched the NUS1000 which is sort of like a fourport UBS hub for your network. The NUS1000 is like a mini NAS box that usesUSB drives and external USB hard drives as the storage instead of regularhared drives, it can also be a web server, a print server or a bittorrentclient along with ability to share files and stream media from it. So readon to learn more about a rather unique little gadget=85
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- Outwitted
- He drew a circle that shut me out—
Heretic, rebel, a thing to flout.
But Love and I had the wit to win:
We drew a circle that took him in!
--Edwin Markham
President Hinckley quoted this poem in at least two talks: Reach Out in Love and Kindness (1982), and Four B's for Boys (1981). While the sentiment is nice, I can't say I really like the poem. It's hard to figure out what exactly it's referring to in the second line -- there's no context. Heretic, rebel, and thing to flout don't all seem to be referring to the same antecedents. It's just oddly structured.
Anyway, I didn't realize that President Hinckley's Six B's talk from Nov 2000 wasn't the first time he's used that format. For comparison, here are the Six B's:
- Be grateful.
- Be smart.
- Be clean.
- Be true.
- Be humble.
- Be prayerful.
The original four B's for boys were as follows:
- Be smart.
- Be fair.
- Be clean.
- Be true.
At some point, the six B's were expanded to nine (and though I can find the list, I can't find a reference for it):
- Be Grateful
- Be Smart
- Be Involved
- Be Clean
- Be True
- Be Positive
- Be Humble
- Be Still
- Be Prayerful
I gave a great impromptu lesson in primary on the Six B's once. I mention this, not because I think I did a great job with the lesson, but because he did a great job choosing his words. All I did was read one of the B's, then ask the kids what they think he meant by it. They could come up with two or three applications for each one. All of their answers were great, and even if they were flippant -- like the kid who said Be Clean meant you ought to take a shower so you won't smell -- I could redirect it and say that yes, President Hinckley thinks you ought to take care of your body and present yourself well. Finally, if they didn't think of the specific applications President Hinckley talked about, I could take a moment to expand on them, and the kids listened because they had been thinking about the question for a few minutes.
I love how President Hinckley took the time to speak individually to many different groups of people in the church, each with their own needs and levels of understanding. He'll be missed.


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Legendary Haunt Tour Announces Trip to Netherworld and Atrox
The Legendary Haunt Tour is proud to announce its 2019 destinations! We are excited to be heading south this year on an amazing trek that will span two states and explore two world famous attractions you have been clamoring to see – ATROX Factory in Leeds, Alabama and NETHERWORLD Haunted House in Stone Mountain, Georgia!
Both of these incredible events have been raising the bar for years in innovation and quality – this will be a tour NOT to be missed! Stay tuned for more details to come, but mark your calendars NOW and plan to head south for the Legendary Haunt Tour, November 8th and 9th, 2019!
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With racing domination in its sights, Codemasters looks to close the UK studio responsible for its latest shooter.
Codemasters Studio Guildford's first game could officially be its last. The 66-person Bodycount developer will officially close its doors in October depending on the result of a 30-day bankruptcy consultation.
The troubled first-person shooter had seen more than its fair share of development problems since the start, not the least of which was its unscheduled delay and creative staff jumping ship last year.
The pending closure comes just two weeks after the game's August 30th release date, as well as the negative reviews accompanying it. Officially, though, axing the studio is part of a newly proposed creative direction for Codemasters proper, which would shift development focus toward its real bread and butter: the racing genre. The terrific F1, Dirt and Grid series comprise the dev/publisher's current successes.
"The output from the studios on the Warwickshire campus and in Birmingham is on the increase with multiple continuing game series, brand extensions and new racing IPs in production," Codemasters said. The Guildford closure will ideally lead to stronger sequels to existing series, and the Guildford employees are encouraged to apply for employment at these studios. Chances are pretty high it'll have cars in it.


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Petco to Search Dog Foundation: Raise $2.5 million and we'll match it
One of four full-size train cars is placed by workers at the SDF National Training Center last week. The center will get more search props to train more search teams if SDF can match Petco's challenge. (Photo courtesy of Search Dog Foundation)
Thursday, the Petco Foundation announced a $2.5 million "Pathway to Completion" challenge grant, to help the Ojai-based Search Dog Foundation (SDF) build America's first National Training Center for canine disaster search teams.
The National Training Center will be a place where rescued dogs will learn to be rescuers. It will provide a training ground for search and rescue teams throughout the nation to work with their canines in an environment that simulates real disaster conditions, such as a train wreck, earthquake-stricken buildings, a freeway collapse, and immense rubble piles.


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