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Program Description
Our curriculum is based on the most current editions of textbooks from Cengage Learning-National Geographic and Cambridge Press. These textbooks come with excellent videos and instructional technology tools. This makes our courses interactive and fun.
Classes size
Our classes range in size up to a maximum of 12 students. We limit classes to 12 students to ensure each student receives quality instruction in order to maximize the learning experience.
Our program is offered at our main campus in Atlanta, GA.
We offer morning, afternoon, and evening classes. For more information, check our program dates and costs page
Why study at Georgia Central University
With over 12 years of experience, development, and innovation in teaching English as a second language, the ESOL program at GCU is one of the most reputable English programs in Atlanta, which is one of the most multicultural cities in the US. All classes are limited to a maximum of 12 students. We offer unlimited online speaking, listening, pronunciation, TOEFL practice in our computer lab, and morning, afternoon, and evening classes.
The program consists of the following
Pre-Beginning Courses
Pre-Beginning Courses: organized into two levels of proficiency, and containing separate classes for Grammar, Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Reading
Core Courses
Core courses: organized into six levels of proficiency, and containing separate classes for Grammar, Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Reading
Summer Courses
Summer Track Courses (STC) – Explore America: including Everyday Conversation and Current Events.
Elective Courses
Elective Courses: Current electives include standardized test preparation for TOEFL.
Specific Purposes
Specific Purposes Track (SPT) courses: containing Academic Writing, Speaking and Pronunciation for Academic Study, American Culture, Cross-Cultural Communication, Critical Reading and Writing, American Fiction, and English for Business
Features of the Program
What we offer
|Interactive courses using audio/visual materials and multimedia-based technology.
|Classroom activities requiring spoken English in real-life situations.
|Separate classes for Grammar, Writing, Speaking/Listening, and Reading
|Unlimited access to the computer lab to practice English skills
|Free tutoring center for extra help
|Flexible schedule: Morning and Evening classes
|Small class sizes, individualized attention
|Expert language instructors
|Accredited program
|Payment plans available for eligible students
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Level Placement
Upon registration, new and transfer students are administered a placement test to determine their individual levels. The placement test includes Listening Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension. Testing takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Important notes
GCU ESOL instructors and administrators have sole authority to conduct placement testing and determine placement level. Students may not select their own level of study and must follow the placement committee's decision. However, to ensure correct placement, class performance is observed during the first three days of the session, and placement adjustments may be made.
Previous study at an English Language Center or School (other than GCU) will not affect placement or allow the ESOL placement exam to be waived.
A valid photo ID is required to test.
No cell phone, notes, dictionary, or textbook is allowed during the test. Students will be given a pencil or a pen and blank paper for notes.
Students taking the placement test must arrive on time. Late arrivals may need to reschedule.
After placement testing, an academic advisor will meet with the student to discuss test scores and proper placement in the program
Students must contact the ESOL Office to schedule their placement test.


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A letter of termination of employment is given by the human resource department of any company who needs to terminate an employee for specific reasons. Termination letters include the last working day of the employee and the reason on why he or she is being terminated. You may also see employment templates.
Reasons for termination may vary. A letter of termination of employment does not always mean that you've done something bad as an employee. Sometimes, situations just gets out of control, and terminating employees is the only option left for a company to do. No matter what those reasons and situations are, a company must remain to be professional and must address a letter to the person involved. Our Letter Template samples may help you in the creation of a letter of termination of employment.
Employees receive termination letters, well, of course, because they are getting terminated. But how does a company decide terminating an employee? Here are a few reasons why an employee has to be terminated:
You may use our Termination Letter Template and Employee Termination Letter to create a document needed for employee termination purposes should one or more of the abovementioned instances apply depending on your company rules and regulations.
It is not always the fault of an employee why he or she has to be terminated. A few of the reasons why employers terminate employees even if these employees are performing well and are not breaking any company rules are as follows:
A human resource department would like to get more employments than to terminate as the latter has to deal with a lot of items and processes that other employees may not accept. Nonetheless, if it is the only option left, following the company guidelines and call to action is more important than letting emotions overpower you. You may use the Sample Letters of Employment we have on our website for the purpose that it shall serve.

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MS Trollfjord
The ship is named after the spectacular Trollfjord in Lofoten. Inside she provides spectacular comfort, modern facilities and interior design that makes extensive use of Norwegian wood and stone.
The art exhibited aboard ship includes original paintings that were once on board the old Hurtigruten ship, MS Harald Jarl. MS Trollfjord´s sun deck and hot tub are on deck 9. The ship´s spacious, two-storey panorama lounge is above the bow. Its wall-to-wall windows bathe the lounge in natural light and provide extraordinary views.
Expedition Team on board
MS Trollfjord has her own on-board Expedition Team and serve as a university at sea. Interesting lectures, presentations and activities inside the ship as well as out on the sun deck make this an exciting and educational journey. Topics depend on the season and the waters we sail in. The Expedition Team will host a lecture and presentation programme and evening gatherings daily.
Out on deck you can participate in live points of interest to learn more about the nature, culture and other phenomena we encounter along the coast. In addition, the Expedition Team will introduce you to the uniquely Norwegian notion of `friluftsliv´ (outdoor life), and encourage you take part in `friluftsliv´ hikes and activities during the journey. Our dedicated Expedition Teams have one mission: to enhance your experience by engaging you and interpreting the nature, wildlife, and culture you encounter during the voyage. Read more about our Expedition Teams here.
Did you know..?
Together with Norwegian Institute of Water Research (NIVA), Hurtigruten is continuing its almost 100 year old tradition of contributing to oceanographic research.
MS Trollfjord is carrying a so-called Ferrybox that automatically collects data from the waters we sail. Every 15 minutes, the scientific station located in the forward port side pump room goes online and pushes valuable environmental data on salinity, temperature, algae, particles, etc. to NIVA. This falls into the proud tradition of Hurtigruten's social responsibility to support science and communities around us.
Ship facilities:
- Expedition Team
- Two-storey panorama lounge
- Bars
- Café
- Library
- Wi-Fi
- Restaurant
- Separate á la carte dining room
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness room
- Shop
Parking spaces on board
Please note the following dimensions for vehicles:
- Max Length: 650 cm/ 21.3 ft
- Max Width: 245 cm/ 8 ft
- Max Height: 230 cm/ 7.5 ft
- Max Weight: 5000 kg/ 11,023 lbs
Campervans, minivans and trailers cannot be accepted.
- Tel: +47 99 48 72 76
- Email: [email protected]
Decks and cabins
Expedition Suite
Our Expedition suites are the most luxurious cabins on board. Situated on the upper deck of the ship, the cabins feature seating areas with TV, bathrooms with shower/WC, and most with double beds. Some suites have more facilities than others.
An exciting welcome gift awaits all suite guests in their cabin.
Arctic Superior
Relaxation and comfort are the hallmarks of our Arctic superior cabins. Situated on both the upper and middle decks, they all have bathrooms with shower/WC. The cabins also have a TV and kettle with complimentary teas and coffees. Most of the cabins have separate beds, one of which doubles as a sofa. A very limited number have double beds. All the cabins have individual specifications.
Polar Inside
Our Polar outside cabins are mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. All of the cabins have separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. The cabins all have individual specifications.
Polar Outside
Our Polar outside cabins are mostly on the middle or lower decks and all have bathrooms with shower/WC. All of the cabins have separate beds (one of which is a sofa bed) or upper and lower berths. The cabins all have individual specifications.
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Question: Can I sue if I slipped on water left on stairs of a Condo Association; broke my foot and hurt my back and now have 3 herniated disks?
Answer: It is impossible to say without knowing more about when, where and what caused you to fall. Cause is a very important consideration in a slip and fall case and strict liability does not apply to what the law refers to as premise liability. Strict liability would make the owner strictly liable for the injuries meaning fault would have little if anything to do with it. But that's not the law and fault is a major stumbling block for this type of case. They will look at the facts to determine from every different angle whether or not you were at fault (negligent) for causing your own injury.
1. Did you look closely enough at where you were going or were you inattentive and ignoring warning signs that the floor was wet and slippery?
2. What type of shoes were you wearing?
3. Were you distracted and failed to see what they will claim should have been obvious to you?
4. Where you carrying anything and paying more attention to it rather than where you were walking?
5. Were you in a hurry and not taking enough time to walk safely?
6. Where did the water come from and did the condo association, even owe you a duty?
7. Are you sure the liquid was water and not a drink someone had just spilled?
8. How now will we prove there was any water and that you just aren't or weren't clumsy?
9. Are there any witnesses who are independent?
10. What was the source of the liquid that made the surface slick? Was there bad weather that night? Was there a storm? How often does it rain and when it does is this water predictable? Again, I can't assume it even was water that caused you to slip and fall.
Don't assume just because you believe the condo association controlled the area where you fell, it has to be proven. Duty to the person who eventually becomes injured is very important. These are not easy cases to prove and many are lost. What most people don't get are the issues of duty and fault. These are big issues and difficult to digest. Most potential clients and clients would like to go right to the issue of damages without regard to duty and then fault.
How do you know the condo association had a duty to control the area where you fell? I can tell just by the fact you've not been precise about where you fell that you aren't concerned with the issue of duty. You are assuming the condo association has the duty to maintain the exact place where you fell and I as a lawyer certainly am not able to make that assumption. We would need the condominium rules that explain whose duty it is/was to keep that area safe and properly maintained. Have you reviewed the condominium rules? Get a copy from whoever it was you were visiting and then you'll need to provide a copy to the lawyer who is considering taking your case. Save the damage issues but get organized by collecting the medical records and bills and providing another copy to the lawyer.
Last let's get organized and take some really clear photographs of the area where you fell. The exact location is not just important it is critical to proving a premise liability case. And then begin to think about the "defect", the water. Where did it come from and how long was it present? Those are two important issues because source and sufficient time to correct aren't just passing ideas they are critical facts to pin down proximate cause, which is another issue you'll need to prove.
As I've said these are not easy cases to prove so strap on your seat belt because proving this premise liability case is going to be a bumpy ride.
Note from Mr. Lombardi: Today's video assigned to this question is about a different type of case, but the principles involved are helpful to understanding the investigational urgency of a slip-fall case and why hiring a lawyer is important to any case. Listen to it and pay attention to what I'm saying about gathering and preserving evidence.


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Gale Glassner Twersky, A.C.H. is a hypnotherapist/HypnoCounselor who is board certified in Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy. She is a Top Selling CD and Book Author, Motivational Speaker and President of Glassner Associates Hypnosis for Personal Growth and Wellness since 1999. Gale's HypnoCounseling practice was based in Montclair, NJ from 1999-2009 before relocating to Los Angeles, CA area in 2010. Gale has specialty certifications in Past Life hypnosis, Hypno-anesthesia and Spiritual Counseling. Additionally, Gale heads the Glassner Associates' hypnosis certification training program and a specialty hypnosis certification training in Reprogramming Hypnosis.
Gale's teaching background also includes five years as an English and Oral Communications high school teacher, Individual Events speech team coach and Director of Speech Activities in Wheeling, IL.
While still a new teacher, Gale took a course in self-hypnosis and so began her passion to alert everyone about the amazing power of hypnosis to improve lives. Gale promoted her vision how hypnosis could be applied as an incredibly effective tool to harness the power of the subconscious mind. In that same year, Gale took her first course in spiritual development where she became aware of her strong intuitive abilities. In 1991, she founded a personal growth and spiritual development group that has continued meeting for over twenty years. In 2002, she authored and recorded the hypnotic guided imagery CD, Relax, Release and Dream On. Additionally, Gale wrote a monthly informative column on hypnosis and HypnoCounseling for Montclair Life and Leisure newspaper for seven years starting in 2001.
In 2005, Gale partnered with Nightingale-Conant, a 50 year old leading company in personal and spiritual growth CD marketing. Together they produced Gale's 9-CD program, Reprogram Your Subconscious: How to Use Hypnosis to Get What You Really Want. This program remains a Top Seller since 2005. In 2010, Gale was the honored recipient of the International Hypnosis Federation Award for Excellence in Communication. In 2010, Gale published her updated and greatly expanded edition of Reprogram Your Subconscious: How to Use Hypnosis to Get What You Really Want that has reached Best Seller status.
In 2011, Gale established a specialty hypnosis training for Reprogramming Hypnosis that certifies hypnosis professionals who desire recognition as Reprogram Your Subconscious Practitioners who follow the principles outlined in Gale's book.
In the Spring of 2016, Gale partnered with the publishing company, Gildan Seminars who published Gale's Audiobook 2016 edition (8 hr 41 minutes) of her "Reprogram Your Subconscious: How to Use Hypnosis to Get What You Really Want" paperback 2010 edition. Also, Gildan Seminars published a new series of Gale's audios called, Hypnotic Guided Imagery Series, featuring 8 of Gale's single audios: "Disarming Negative Thoughts with Positive Thoughts", "Feeling Good", "Healing with Nature's Frequencies", "Healthy Eating for Mind and Body", "Letting Go of Useless Worry", "Preparing for Top Performance" "Solving Any Problem, and Releasing Failures and Downloading Success".They are all available on Gale's website as well as Amazon, Audible, iTunes and many other websites.


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A 39-year-old Redondo Beach man was seriously injured in a
I am relieved to hear that the motorcyclist survived this truck accident. I wish him the very best for a complete and speedy recovery.
Motorcycle Accident Statistics
According to California Highway Patrol's 2008 Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS), there were no fatalities and one injury as a result of Manhattan Beach motorcycle accidents. During that same year, there were 114 fatalities and 2,934 injuries reported due to motorcycle accidents in Los Angeles County.
What Caused This Serious Motorcycle Accident?
It appears from the report that the truck driver failed to see the motorcyclist as he made the left turn on to Sepulveda. It is not clear if he stopped at the stop sign before making that turn. California law requires drivers to come to a complete stop at a stop sign and proceed with caution. According to California Vehicle Code Section 21802 (a): "The driver of any vehicle approaching a stop sign at the entrance to, or within, an intersection shall stop as required by Section 22450. The driver shall then yield the right-of-way to any vehicles which have approached from another highway, or which are approaching so closely as to constitute an immediate hazard, and shall continue to yield the right-of-way to those vehicles until he or she can proceed with reasonable safety."
Liability Issues
Victims of Los Angeles car accidents injured as a result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing may pursue compensation for their loss by filing a personal injury claim. Injured victims can seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of earnings, cost of hospitalization, physical therapy and even long-term care if the injuries are catastrophic in nature. An experienced Los Angeles personal injury lawyer will better advise victims in such cases about their legal rights and options.
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Interesting solution to the "clashing kitchen drawers" dilemma:
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This also dovetails with the idea of the Empire's economy not being all that sophisticated – being heavily based on mercantilism and guilds, very protectionist, and not really making the most of its very advanced technology or huge diversity of member planets.
The U.N.'s World Meteorological Organization announced last week that the rise in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere accelerated to a record high in 2012. Carbon dioxide, the main heat-trapping gas, was responsible for 80% of the jump, pushing concentrations to levels not seen in at least 800,000 years.
Movie theaters in equality-minded Sweden are introducing a new rating to highlight gender bias, or rather the absence of it.
To get an "A" rating, a movie must pass the so-called Bechdel test, which means it must have at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man.


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Aug 21, 2019
Farm Fest fun
Co-op members treated to food on the farm
By Stefanie Phillips
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If you're a member of the Concord Food Co-Op, you're invited to attend Farm Fest at the Vegetable Ranch in Warner on Sept. 8. If you're not a member, this is the perfect time to join and take advantage of member perks, including events like these.
"We have numerous events throughout the year. It's a benefit for members," said Greg Lessard, Concord Food Co-Op marketing manager. "Every year, we have a new member drive, so this is an ideal time to join, and immediately you will be eligible to attend."
Farm Fest, a free event for members only, gives co-op members the opportunity to connect with the farmers who grow their food and see the co-op's Hoop House, where produce is grown year-round. Larry Pletcher of the Vegetable Ranch and his team are partnering with the staff from the co-op's Celery Stick Café to produce a menu full of items made with organic produce, along with an old-fashioned pig roast from the farm's free range naturally raised pork.
On the menu is slow roasted apple bourbon pork; an all-natural burger bar and fixings with natural beef burgers, grilled chicken breast or the co-op's homemade veggie burger; apple cider slaw; cheddar-bacon potato salad; house salad; hearty vegetable soup; other potluck items
and more.
In addition to food, there will be a selection of beverages, including beer, and music by local favorite Dusty Gray Band. This is the first time Farm Fest is being held at the Vegetable Ranch.
"This is an absolutely fabulous event. The members love it," Lessard said. "They have the chance to hang out and have a good time, enjoy good food and just
have fun."
While anyone can shop at the Concord Food Co-Op and at the Kearsage Cooperative Grocer in New London, becoming a member has several benefits. In addition to events like Farm Fest, members get 10 percent off their purchases during member appreciation days (the next ones are Sept. 21-22), free or discounted wellness classes, free or discounted events and a newsletter. Membership is a one-time fee of $100.
The next big event on the calendar is Octoberfest on Thursday, Oct. 17. New members who join in August and September will also be entered to win prizes in the New Member Raffle, which includes gift baskets and shares in a local CSA (community supported agriculture) program.
Joining the co-op means joining about 5,500 other members and having a say in the business as well.
"Members own the co-op," Lessard said, "and as owners, our members help decide the co-op's direction."
Members can vote in annual and special elections and serve on the Board of Directors. More information about membership and how to sign up is available online at concordfoodcoop.coop/membership.php.
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This is a really simple but effective project for a DIY sandblasting cabinet. I wanted to etch some glass so an easy way to do it, is to sandblast the glass. The only issue is I don't want to blasting material flying around in the open air. I could purchase a retail sandblasting cabinet but I would be using it so infrequently that it would not be worth the cost. Instead I built a cabinet for under 50 bucks with parts from the hardware store.
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Step 1: Materials
- A large clear plastic storage container - preferably one with a seal build into the lid
- Handheld sandblaster
- Long rubber gloves
- 2 Toilet Flanges
- Small automotive airfilter
- Aluminum flat stock
- Bolts and Nuts
- Silicone sealant
- Zipties
- BBQ Grate
Step 2: Check Out the Build Video
Check out my build video and the written directions and pictures to follow.
Step 3: Building the Cabinet
The cabinet design is very straight forward but I will walk through all the steps I did. Also I used a clear storage container because I can see inside, otherwise if I used a opaque container, I would need to add clear panels.
Using a large hold saw I drilled out two holes for the toilet flanges in the front of the container. Another option for cutting out the holes is also to use a rotary cut out tool. Test fitting the toilet flanges and then marking where the bolt holes should go, the holes were then drilled out. The toilet flanges had some silicone applied for a sealing gasket and they were bolted in place.
Next a square hole was cut out in the back of the container so the air filter would fit. Using some aluminum stock a mounting bracket was made to hold the filter in place. The air filter is for venting when the cabinet is in operation.
A hole was drilled in the side of the container so an air hose could be ran into the container.
The gloves were then ziptied onto the flanges, tape could also be used. It's important to get gloves that are long and large, this makes getting your hands in and out much easier. I opted for some pretty Dollarstore ones.
To keep the sand blasted items off the floor of the cabinet, I placed an old BBQ grate on the floor. When the blasting media accumulates it lands below the grate.
Step 4: Usage
Run a compressor hose into the hole that was drilled into the side of the container and connect it to a handheld sandblaster. I also seal the hole with a small piece of cloth. Place the item you want to sandblast into the container, in my case a glass bottle to be etched. Attach the lid, the container I am using has a latching system and a seal, this makes for a very tight air tight seal.
For the etching I taped off a glass bottle and cut out a few designs.
Start up the compressor and insert your arms into the gloves. Sandblast away, if everything is sealed up properly no blasting media will escape.
Usage is pretty simple and overall this cabinet exceeded my expectation. The exhaust vent worked perfectly and the mess was completely contained!
Also using a vinyl sticker cutter would work really well for making stencils for etching glass.
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I am not up to sand-blasting yet but I do a lot of cleaning of glass pieces with dremel tools and I made one of these as a jiffy project. It keeps the air in my apt. clean. One thing I noticed: buy a big box so that you can have your hands at a comfortable angle; I bought a smaller box and it begins to hurt - it is difficult to work for any length of time. I will also have to cut a window into the top for a clear (lexan?) window into the box. Currently, the lid gets coated with some of the dust I generate.
All-in-all your project is perfect for what I do. On my to do list is to check out sand-blasting but with softer material so I can blow the crap off the glass pieces (or I can figure out and fix the issue that causes bits to adhere when I get the piece out of the mold).
Excellent article, thanks. Cutting the plastic box with hot knife might have been easier.
Great idea, I'll def make one for brightening up rusted parts. Thanks for your time !!
I know you said that the parts for the sandblasting cabinet could be purchased at a local hardware store but do you know the manufacturer of the tube and the gloves are, any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Jay, Oh it appears to be very simple to make.
Great video! Could you list the sandblasting tools you use? I'm trying to set up some home sandblasting on a budget!
You won't get a more budget-friendly plan than ths!!! The 'Kiss Principle' is written all over this great project ...!
If your plan involves 'light duty' blasting (that includes author's etching project) ya might wanna look at HarborFreight.com 's collection , unless you already have a satisfactory compressor unit....
Can I ask where you purchased the 6 clasps container from?
Best price I found - $14.99 - https://www.target.com/p/sterilite-174-storage-bin-clear-with-blue-handles-20gal/-/A-50245039
Walmart sells them
I'll look again next time I'm in store Or maybe online item
Great project. One helpful hint... when drilling PVC or any plastic with a hole saw you will have fewer if any break-outs or breakage if you set the drill to reverse. That way the teeth don't grab the plastic and you get a nice smooth hole. Cheers !
or a soldering iron
Perhaps some Amazon or ebay links to the products you use, especially the hand blaster, would be nice.
Ssnd blaster with hopper can be found at www.harborfreight.com i bought mine there. Look on retailmenot.com for coupons
I fear that visibility into the container will deteriorate over time due to the blasting media scratching the plastic.Have you noticed anything like this?
Then cut a square and screw on a piece of new perspex
Visibility was going to be an issue with me, but installing an acrylic window is a great idea. Definitely going to be making my own sandblasting unit.
Very nice. Very nice. One suggestion. I have a small sand blaster in my shop. I have connected a 5hp ShopVac to it. You could do that also. Why? It gets cloudy in there sometimes. The Vac will help with that.
Nicely done! I want to build one for removing rust and paint from automotive parts. Thanks for the excellent and professional Instructable!
Great idea!, but I have big hands. ( got stuck in a drain of that size once, embarrasing.)
Perhaps an exhaust fan? I know, it adds $. Definately going to try it. For a more delicate mask for the finer artwork try frisket material. You can get a lifetime supply at Michaels. I just got 4 yards by 18 inches wide for less than $25. It's easier to cut for the finer work. Jim


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Usher in A Good 2015!12:00 AM
Salam and hello!
Before I begin, I would like to give my condolences to the families of MH370, MH17, QZ8501 and not forgetting victims of the mass flood across most parts of West Malaysia. These events are the worse possible tragedies no one could imagine that was struck upon Malaysia. My thoughts and prayers goes to all of us to be strong in the years to come for our country.
A year has now passed. So many things happened, trying to bring me down to the ground. There were a lot of ups and downs during the time. I usually do not share a lot of my private life online lol. But here's a little summary of what went down in my life:
Love: I started 2014 as not available, but for 2015, I guess I am starting it again as not available AND single for good. Pfftt. It's funny, I used to have a handful to have a fling with just in case one does not work. So called social butterfly hehe. Now? I cannot date. Ze heart iz in piecez. People who had their heart broken a lot became mature in a way. Not that I'm saying I am, I am still a big ol' brat :P only this time, I dealt with it way better than when I was 21. Haha. Every breakups are saddening, just remember that if you part with that person, maybe God has someone better in store, waiting for us to get better before meeting that perfect one. *pujuk hati* :) One day. One fine day.
Life: In general, I'm always content. I may not have a lot of friends to hang out with, I am thankful enough to have my family around. I'm happy with my cat, and happy with my makeups, my art and my eagerness to learn something new everyday :P
As for resolutions for 2015?
- I may want to start with swimming and tennis again. I'm too sluggish these past years. I want to be active again. Just that :3
- Blog better. Right now its.... a mess. I'm the kind who wants to push more but end up being a laze ball >.>
- Self-improvement, in a lot of aspects. I cannot afford to be swayed too much from my life goals. And so, no boyfriends or prospective future husbands. I might be the old lady with 27 cats one day. Bahaha.
As the year 2014 ended, I want to thank all of you who came and read my blog, even though there are rarely comments. Haha. If there is anything else to improve, do let me know too! That said..
Until next time! :)
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oh dear, no wonder i kept on seeing heartbroken related things on some of your social media account updates. well, i've dealt with a series of heartbreaking relationships and now I am the tough, unshakable woman. simply put, "I am too old for this shit" to cry a river over a relationship that won't work. I hope you share the same understanding like I do and keep on moving, as Allah has promised us our partner ever since we weren't born, so no worries :) good luck in 2015 my dear, may the light shine your path!ReplyDelete
Ahaha yeah. those few months to the end of 2014 was tough as it hit me the most since it was the first worse heartbreak *shy* thank you very much for those kind words babe <3 good luck to you too.!ReplyDelete


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It's 19 degrees Fahrenheit with scattered snow showers "way up north" in Manitoba, Canada, and the polar bears are back! They are gathering along the Hudson Bay to wait for ice to form. At this time, the bears are in a state known as "walking hibernation."
You can keep an eye on them via the Tundra Buggy Lodge camera located in Churchill, Canada. Best viewing hours are 10:00am - 4:00pm, Central Time. You can help scientists by simply taking a snapshot!
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And here's another link (from the BBC):
And here is Susan Detwiler's beautiful illustration from On the Move!
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We can all play a part in supporting survivors and preventing violence against girls and women. Each year, the YWCA carries out its critical mission utilizing the talents and expertise of hundreds of volunteer hours, ranging from Board members, to committees to special events. Many businesses and community groups extend their support and their talent as Partners in Action. Individuals across the nation contribute to the YWCA each year through donations and special programs like Women of Excellence. Others help share the message of the YWCA through speaking engagements and distributing information.
We sincerely extend our gratitude and appreciation to everyone behind-the-scenes who helps create fresh starts and bright futures for so many women and their families. You're part of the reason we are 130 years strong – and what makes our community great!
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My family owns a brick and mortar toy store called LearningTower Toys located in Port Jefferson Station. It's a small town located on Long Island, New York, for those not familiar with the Northeast. The business has been in existence since 1996 and has had a website since 1998. They recently discovered that their business was listed as "Place closed" on Google maps. For obvious reasons, this is not good. I received a call from my mother to assist and here is an overview of what transpired:
- Discovered that the listing had been flagged as "Place Closed"
- I attempted to claim the business using Google maps' "Add or Edit your Business" feature. I entered in all the relevant information and was prompted to confirm this with a call placed to the phone number on record. Using this feature, an automated Google service called and we entered a PIN to confirm we were the business owner.
- Upon completion, the entry was listed as "pending approval". It was no longer listed as "place closed," so I assumed we were in good shape.
- A few hours later, a Google representative called to confirm the listing. This seemed strange since we confirmed with the phone number on file, but they simply asked my mother to confirm the physical address. Unfortunately, with the hustle of the store, my mother didn't have the time to get a callback number to reach the representative.
- Within minutes, the listing which I took time to correct was listed as "removal requested," and a new listing was created by Google with errors in the address. It seems the representative didn't bother checking the content of the other listing and just deleted it. They created a newer listing which was now in the wrong location and had limited data (no url, photos, etc.).
- The new listing wasn't editable and the old (proper listing) was in the process of deletion and had no option to edit or reactivate.
- My only recourse was to create yet another listing and flag the other two for deletion, citing duplicate entries.
Here is the current listing:
So finally we have a proper listing in Google Maps. However, Google seems to apply some form of page rank to these listings. We went from the top couple listings on page 1 for "Port Jefferson Toy Store," to page 3 or 4. This should correct in time, but it's still quite annoying. The lesson: claim your business now before someone, erroneously or maliciously, deletes or edits your listing.
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The saga continues. The LearningTower Toys map pin in now broken. It's coming up as "Learning Tower of Pizza" in Ankeny, IA or "Gamestop" in Islandia NY. Very strange.
I was able to locate LearningTower Toys listing but it's marked as "Place Closed" yet again. Hopefully I'll have some resolution soon.


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Here's a whopper: We heard that Twitter's Jack Dorsey wants to buy (or more realistically) merge with David Karp's Tumblr, and that he would offer as much as 20% of Twitter's outstanding stock to get the deal done.
According to rumormongers, the pair have already talked it over.
This rumor has been denied by a three sources who would be familiar with such a conversation.
We believe these denials - or at least, we believe that Tumblr will not and would not merge with Twitter at that price. Tumblr is growing like crazy and now would be a very strange time for Karp and company to cash out.
But it's no surprise that these rumors have started.
Karp has been traveling the world lately, and apparently, he's spent much of the time in the presence of Twitter execs. A source says there was a several hours long meeting between Karp and Dorsey over in Germany at the DLD conference.
And then, last week, Karp spent loads of time at Twitter HQ in San Francisco.
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You see things that are, and ask "why"; I dream things that aren't, and ask "why not?"
I'm just a simple girl, living in Vancouver, searching up one new adventure at a time. Although it seems that recently, I've gone back to shying away from challenges. My excuse is that I'm simply too tired to gather up courage…but it doesn't seem like a very good excuse when I put it in words. Reaching out and grasping something that doesn't seem within reach…seems like it's just a dream.
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Culture, sharing and sustainability are values that have been inscribed in the LAGO DNA from the very beginning. And so when we met Maurizio Guagnetti, a Radio 105 journalist, it was natural for us to support his Radiobici project and recognise its closeness to our Appartamento LAGO project.
The reason? Travel. Appartamento LAGO is a project that involves diverse places and people, creating new connections, but it is also a journey through the interiors of Italy, from north to south and east to west. Each house has a unique personality, shaped by that of those who live there.
Radiobici, instead, is a journey through exteriors, in search of the beauty of the places visited, but from an unusual perspective. It is a trip across Italy with the aim of telling the stories of those who try, every day, to create value in spite of the economic crisis. And do it in a sustainable way.
Appartamento LAGO and Radiobici also share the participatory approach and desire to transform culture involving the whole country and all of its social groups.
Maurizio Guagnetti gets from one place to the next using ecological means: a bicycle. This strikes us as the perfect next chapter after Giacomo de Stefano's Man on the river project, a sustainable adventure along the rivers of Europe.
With the interviewee pedalling on his bike, which is set up in a special way to accommodate guests, Maurizio interviewed mayors, philosophers, writers, athletes and contemporary personalities between March and July. The Radiobici spiritual guide is Philippe Daverio, who you can listen to in this video, talking about medieval Milan.
On Monday, 29 July, at 3 pm, after a visit to the Appartamento LAGO at Via Brera 30 in Milan, it will be Daniele Lago's turn to make himself comfortable on the bike and start pedalling.
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Equality and Discrimination Law in Australia: An Introduction
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- Belinda Smith, University of Sydney
- Date Published: November 2016
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Equality and Discrimination Law in Australia: An Introduction explores four decades of anti-discrimination laws in Australia. Beth Gaze and Belinda Smith argue that effective laws protecting against and deterring discrimination are vital for a fair future, and emphasise the theoretical and social contexts that underpin this area of the law. The text is divided into three sections: the first addresses the social and conceptual context, history and framework of anti-discrimination laws; the second analyses the main elements of the law and the processes of enforcement; and the third explores broader avenues for pursuing equality beyond simply prohibiting discrimination. Written in a clear and concise style, Equality and Discrimination Law in Australia: An Introduction is a vital resource for students.Read more
- A concise, student-friendly textbook that offers an overarching conceptual approach to understanding the context, content and application of equality and discrimination laws in Australia, including in contexts such as employment
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In .Net 2.5 I can usually get an equality comparison (==) between a value and its type default
if (myString == default(string))
However I get the following exception when I try to run an equality comparison on a default KeyValuePair and a KeyValuePair
Code Sample (from a pre-extension method, proto-lambda static ListUtilities class :) )
public static TKey
FirstKeyOrDefault<TKey, TValue>(Dictionary<TKey, TValue> lookups,
Predicate<KeyValuePair<TKey, TValue>> predicate)
KeyValuePair<TKey, TValue> pair = FirstOrDefault(lookups, predicate);
return pair == default(KeyValuePair<TKey, TValue>) ?
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Operator '==' cannot be applied to operands of type 'System.Collections.Generic.KeyValuePair<string,object>' and 'System.Collections.Generic.KeyValuePair<string,object>'
Is it because, as a struct, the KeyValuePair is not nullable? If this is the case, why, as, presumably, default was implemented to handle not nullable types?
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Schwinn Elliptical Trainer Machines Review 2019
updated January 1, 2019
Schwinn have been an American institution for over 100 years. Over that time time, they have developed a stellar reputation as a producer of quality cycling and fitness equipment. Schwinn ellipticals are so intuitive, it's almost as if they can read your mind. They provide increased stability, customizable workout programs, and amazing comfort. In this article we review the best in the Schwinn range and then suggest 3 Schwinn alternatives.
The Best Schwinn Elliptical Trainers
Schwinn moved into the elliptical market in 2014. Since then, their elliptical range has been small but specialized.
The 2019 Schwinn range encompasses the following:
- Schwinn Journey 4.5 Elliptical
- Schwinn 431 Elliptical Trainer
- Schwinn 520 Reclined Elliptical
- Schwinn 430 Elliptical
- Schwinn a40 Elliptical
- Schwinn 420 Elliptical
- Schwinn 450 Elliptical
- Schwinn 460 Variable Stride Elliptical
The Schwinn 430 Elliptical Trainer features a dual track monitoring system, along with a secure iPad platform. You can also view your results for 13 workout metrics. The monitor also provides motivation through every workout with 22 exercise applications, including two user settings and gold tracking to monitor your progress. As your fitness level increases you can choose from 20 levels of Eddy current resistance, providing the quietest and smoothest resistance available.
In terms of comfort, the Schwinn 430 offers a 20 inch precision pass drive with 6 ramp positions, large footplates to position your feet and a three speed fan to keep you cool during intense workouts. Transport wheels make it easy to move the machine. Ergonomically placed heart rate sensors provide you with a constant check that you are in the optimum fat burning zone.
Sealed acoustic chamber speakers mean you can enjoy your favorite sounds without having to wear headphones. Schwinn Connect technology allows you to sync your workout results to the Schwinn Connect website. Schwinn is partnered with MyFitnessPal, so you can sync directly to that app. The Schwinn 430 is a very sturdy and solid unit, with a max user weight of 300 pounds.
- Dual track monitoring
- 22 workout apps
- 20 resistance levels
- Big and bulky
The Schwinn 470 Elliptical Trainer is the showcase cross trainer in the Schwinn lineup. For less than $800, you get a lot of features that you'd pay more for from the competition. The 470 is one of the only Schwinn ellipticals that comes with a backlit console, making it much easier to read your training data. You get 13 training apps that have been created by world class personal trainers.
The Schwinn 470 provides you with a long 20 inch stride, allowing you to feel greater activation in your glutes and hamstrings and giving you a more natural, fluid feel to your workout. The ramp of the 470 is motorized, so you that you have automatic incline adjustment. The cushioned, articulated foot pedals follow the motion of your ankle as you work out. This provides less impact and significantly reduces your risk of injury.
The flywheel of the 470 is positioned at the front of the machine, allow the pedals to be positioned closer together than many competing models. This provides a more natural feel with less strain on the hip. You can even charge your tablet or other electrical device on the console of the 470. Schwinn Connect Goal Tracking allows you to upload and track your fitness progress to Schwinn Connect online.
- 20 inch stride length
- Motorized ramp
- Backlit screen
- Inaccurate calorie counter
The Schwinn A40 has a number of unique comfort features which set it apart. Biomechanically designed linkages in the foot pads provide a comfortable and natural foot motion. The ergonomic handles allow for multiple workout positions, and the compact footprint of this cross trainer means that it will fit virtually anywhere.
The Schwinn A40 has a perimeter weighted flywheel to provide smooth, consistent workouts. A fast and reliable electromagnetic resistance system provides you with 8 resistance levels. Oversized stabilizers and levellers are built into the frame to provide you with a solid workout platform. The monitor provides you with feedback on 6 vital workout metrics, including calories, heart rate, speed, rpm, time and distance.
The handles of the A40 feature an integrated grip sensor system for easy heart rate monitoring. The integrated speakers provide you with a good sound quality without having to wear headphones. The Schwinn A40 is a pared down budget model that still gives you a high quality, low impact workout. It is very quiet when in operation and is extremely compact and lightweight.
- Perimeter weighted flywheel
- Ergonomic handles
- Budget priced
- Limited resistance and program levels
Schwinn Alternatives
Although the Schwinn range do provide a lot of performance and functionality through the mid range price bracket, we managed to find 3 other brands that compare very favorably. The ProForm Smartrider 735 provides auto adjustable incline, and is more compact and foldable than anything in the Schwinn stable. The NordicTrack C7.5 features a 0-20 degree auto incline, a 20 pound flywheel and fully adjustable footpads. Finally, the Nautilus E616 delivers more power and functionality than anything in the Schwinn range with 25 levels of eddy current resistance, 29 workout apps and a high speed drive system.
The ProForm SmartRider 735 provides a full body workout, with more features than a traditional crosstrainer provides. By pushing a button on the console, you can incline the machine for ramp training. The auto adjustable ramp provides you with a 0-10% incline. iFit technology allows you to take your workout out of the living room and into the great outdoors. You can choose between 22 workout apps that were designed by a certified personal trainer.
Assembly out of the box for the ProForm SmartRider 735 is fast and easy. In addition, it features a revolutionary spacesaver design that allows you to compactly fold it up and wheel it away for storage. ProForm's silent magnetic resistance ensures that you get a smooth, natural workout.
- Auto adjustable incline
- iFit enabled
- Spacesaver foldable design
- Quite noisy when in operation
The NordicTrack C7.5 provides you with auto incline for more intense cross-training workouts. Fully adjustable foot pedals allow you to customize your foot positioning to reduce lower body impact. Online fitness tracking is provided by way of a full color touchscreen console. This trainer also provides you with an adjustable stride length, along with close foot pedals to reduce pelvic strain when training.
The NordicTrack C7.5 provides you with a 0-20% power ramp, a secure tablet shelf and an intermix acoustic sound system. The 20 pound flywheel gives you a smooth, natural movement that is jerk free and reliably consistent. This unit comes with a lifetime frame warranty, with 2 years on parts and 12 months on labor.
- Auto incline to 20 degrees
- 20 pound flywheel
- Fully adjustable footpads
- Have to pay for iFit subscription
The Nautilus E616 provides you with 25 levels of Eddy current resistance, a motorised incline ramp and 29 workout programs. This gives you more powerful functionality than you get from either the Schwinn 430 or the 470. The blue backlit dual-track LCD display allows you to watch your favorite TV shows while keeping track of time, distance and calories burned.
Thanks to integrated Bluetooth technology, your workout results sync seamlessly to the nautilus Connect app and MyFitnessPal. The high speed drive system and perimeter weighted flywheel deliver ultra smooth workouts. The 20 inch stride length allows you to get full engagement of the gutes with every stride. The frame features two integrated levelers as well as a pair of center frame supports for maximum rigidity.
- 25 levels of eddy current resistance
- 29 workout programs
- High speed drive system
- Squeaky
Schwinn have built a century old reputation for excellence in the fitness industry. Their stable of elliptical trainers is high on performance and functionality. Schwinn's most popular offering is the Schwinn 470, which features a 20 inch stride length, motorized ramp and a front positioned perimeter weighted flywheel for maximum performance. The Schwinn 430 features delivers dual track monitoring, 22 workout apps and 20 levels of resistance.
The Schwinn A40 is a budget priced model that still delivers, with a perimeter weighted flywheel, ergonomic handles and 8 resistance levels.
As an alternative to the Schwinn 470, the ProForm SmartRider 735 delivers 22 workout apps, auto adjust incline and a unique spacesaver design. The NordicTrack C7.5 provides auto incline to 20 degrees, a 20 pound flywheel and fully adjustable footpads. Finally, the Nautilus E616 delivers more functionality than anything in the Schwinn range with 25 levels of eddy current resistance, 29 workout programs and a high speed drive system.
My name is Jim Roose. I'm a former competitive power lifter and gym owner. I've bought millions of dollars of fitness equipment over the last 20 years. This site is my way of giving back to the fitness community that's done so much for me. Every article on here is carefully researched and written by me. Leave a comment if you have any questions.


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LGBT Tower Hamlets: Make History Now! - Photography Competition
ELOP, in partnership with Tower Hamlets Council, is pleased to announce the launch of the photography competition: LGBT Tower Hamlets: Make History Now!
You are invited to submit your photographs of LGBT+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender + 'queer' identity) life in the borough of Tower Hamlets, to capture a contemporary record of the community in all its diversity.
The photographs submitted will be added to the archives of the Tower Hamlets Local History Library & Archives, meaning your image will be preserved for future generations. The winning images and others will be displayed in a large exhibition at the Local History Library & Archives between July – September 2017, as part of London's annual Pride celebrations and may be used in future exhibitions.
- Whether you live, work, study or socialise in Tower Hamlets - how would you like to see your LGBT+ life in the borough depicted?
- How would you show future generations what LGBT+ life in Tower Hamlets looks like in 2017?
- What is LGBT+ life in Tower Hamlets like for you? Does it involve staying in, going out, being with family, being alone, being with others? Dancing, being outdoors, walking, playing a sport, playing with pets, shopping, relaxing, cooking, working, protesting, worshipping, creating, researching, caring for someone or being cared for, entertaining others or being entertained? Take a photo of it. Take another.
A panel of judges will review all the entries. The judges want to see a diverse representation of LGBT+ identities depicted in a wide range of high quality photographs.
Let's celebrate LGBT+ identities in the borough, make ourselves visible, and Make History Now!
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Ramya Nadupalli is a Customer Experience Specialist at LiveAction. She has a Master's degree from International Technological University in Computer Engineering. She accomplished her Cisco Certified Network Associate certification.Ramya received her Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication from JNTU India. She spends her leisure time with family, listening music and travelling. Ramya loves sports. While in high school she was a part of a team that won the state championship in volleyball.


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eSome retailers continue to think of mobile as just another channel to engage with consumers. But this outlook can be dangerous, keeping retailers focused more on sales attribution than providing a seamless shopping experience at every point of the customer journey.
A good mobile strategy bridges the gap between digital and physical shopping, at the same time empowering consumers to access their favorite brands on multiple channels and providing a unified experience on each. Convenience and consistency delights today's digitally-savvy shopper, leading to higher conversion and increased loyalty. Mobile gives brands the opportunity to turn the casual visitor into a loyal customer.
One of the best demonstrations that mobile is not just another channel is by looking at how consumers use smartphones in retail. According to Forrester Research, 40% of consumers use mobile to research products, yet a majority of those same consumers are most likely to make their purchases in-store or online. Mobile actually influences 21% of total retail sales - that's $628–$752 billion!
Retailers can leverage mobile to drive shoppers into local stores, if offering the right mobile app features. By providing consumers with demo videos and product details, retailers can turn their app-using audience into product experts themselves, arming them with info that inspires them to make purchasing decisions. Offering users app-exclusive coupons or informing app users of flash sales at their favorite nearby store via location-based push notifications and user-targeted banners can assist retailers in building loyal relationships with their customers.
Innovations in the market (think Wearables) mean that mobile is no longer limited to just smartphones and mobile apps. The market is growing, from headphones to smart watches to jewelry. A seamless integration of these new devices into retailer's existing mobile strategy is not only forward-thinking; it can create new mobile moments that prove timing and context are as important as a retailer's products themselves.For example, a well-placed beacon by a product that is on sale can trigger a notification on the passing shopper's Apple Watch.
Retailers who manage their app content with a mobile platform are able to offer a variety of customer-pleasing features through partner integrations. Two of the most significant revenue drivers are integratoins with the retailer's loyalty program and private-label credit card. Plastic versions of these cards not only cost retailers millions of dollars each year, but they aren't appreciated by customers, either. They are either forgotten or purposely left at home for themore convenient (but still not frictionless!) option of having the store associate perform a phone number or e-mail address lookup. Digital versions of loyalty and credit cards, however, are stored in one central place on the customer's most personal device - their phone. Even more importantly, these digital integrations allow customers instant access to their account balance, points to next reward, and redeemable coupons & offers.
Smart retailers don't think of mobile as just another channel, but as it working holistically within the entire model. This approach can catapult retailers to great levels of success.


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Pride and Ego helps a man to set his life principles that will guide and protect his utterances and action. You can have pride in your job and association. You can have pride in your actions and achievements. You can have pride in your relationship and Life Style. Ego is a person's sense of self-esteem … Continue reading
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• Size at the PG Position: Standing at 6'5" Tony usually has the size mismatch over most opponents which allows his to exploit certain match up aspects of the game
• Scoring Versatility: it's rare in today's game, at any level, to find a player who can score from the perimeter, utilize the mid range game, score from the post, penetrate to the rim and use the floater to score over length. In addition, he's not one to shy away from contact because he's shooting 86% from the line (50-56). His ability to score at all three levels makes him an intriguing prospect
• Rebounding Ability: he rebounds the ball well for his size but what's most important is what he's able to do after he gathers the board. He triggers the transition offense, where he excels in open court because of his ability to read and react. Most importantly he controls tempo
• Court Vision: he sees the court very well and plays unselfishly. He plays with a variety of scoring options which allows him to penetrate and kick to wings such as Shep Garner (40% 3PT) and Josh Reaves (38% 3PT), or drop off passes to guys like Mike Watkins in the paint while looking for Lamar Stevens an excellent slasher with good scoring instincts. His ability to draw defenders makes the game easier for everyone around him
• 3PT Shooting: Tony is currently shooting 51% from three this season, on 49 attempts, which is improvement from 32% last season
•Per Minute of Production: 0.58
•Points Per Possession: 1.00
•True Shooting %: 55.8%
Early NBA Comparison: Sam Cassell
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DACC board to consider technology center expansionThe Danville Area Community College board of trustees on Tuesday will consider taking steps to issue $3 million in general obligation bonds to expand the Harry J. Braun Technology Center.
The center houses the Technology and Information Systems Division, which includes drafting/compter-aided drafting, electronics, golf course equipment, information systems, manufacturing, welding, auto body, auto mechanics, mechatronics and wind energy programs. Computer and network services and the Corporate and Community Education Division's Industrial Training Center also is located at the facility.
The college plans to construct a 10,000-square-foot addition onto the technology center, according to DACC President Alice Marie Jacobs.
The addition would house two classrooms, two training labs, two offices, a small conference room, restrooms and a storage area.
Board members will consider retaining Chapman and Cutler, LLP of Chicago as bond counsel and authorize them to prepare the necessary legal proceedings.
In other business on Tuesday, the trustees will:
Consider approving DACC's sustainability plan so the college can be considered for the Governor's Silver Award. DACC already received a bronze award for sustainability last year.
The sustainability plan lays out different ways in which DACC can work toward a more sustainable campus by adopting technological changes that improve efficiency and save money, such as installing more energy-efficient light bulbs as well as installing low-flow sink faucets and toilets. Also, DACC can promote more sustainable behavior among faculty, staff and students by highlighting the importance of saving money and saving the environment.
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Consider the permanent transfer of $41,825 in earned interest monies to the college's education fund from the working cash fund.
"This is something we do yearly," Jacobs said. Consider permitting interfund loans as needed between August 2013 and July 2014. Jacobs said interfund loans are something the college does annually.
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Miami Dolphins see development in Charles Clay
Dan Campbell doesn't mince words. So when the Dolphins' tight ends coach sat down an underperforming Charles Clay awhile ago, his message was characteristically blunt.
"[I] hit him right between the eyes with it," Campbell recalled. "I don't sugarcoat anything. I tell it like it is.
"[But] he takes that, looks you right in the eyes, and he agrees. He knows, 'You're right. I've got to be better.' "
Eleven games into the season, Clay finally followed through.
The second-year H-back had the breakout game the Dolphins have long needed Sunday, setting career highs with six catches for 84 yards. His performance included a game-tying, 29-yard touchdown catch on a wheel route, getting behind the Seahawks defense by a good 5 yards.
But Clay did more than simply catch the ball. He was on the field for 37 of the team's 60 snaps — his highest participation percentage of the season — and made a devastating block on Seattle's Chris Clemons to help spring Reggie Bush on his touchdown run.
"That's what I am trying to do — be an all-around player," Clay said.
The coaching staff wants the same. Campbell said this week that Clay, at his best, reminds him of Keith Byars — the versatile fullback/tight end who spent parts of four seasons in Miami.
Byars could line up in the backfield or put his hand in the dirt next to an offensive tackle. He finished his career with more than 3,000 yards rushing and nearly 6,000 yards receiving on 610 catches.
Byars could bust the seam on a defense, much like the Patriots' tight end duo of Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez. The Dolphins catch a bit of a break when New England comes to town this weekend. Gronkowski is out with an arm injury; when healthy, he is probably the biggest threat on the league's best offense.
"I think the ability to attack the middle of the field in this modern era of the National Football League … is a critical element," Dolphins coach Joe Philbin said. "I think we're starting to do a little better job ourselves."
That's thanks to Clay, who has eight catches and two touchdowns over the past four weeks after managing just five receptions — and no scores — in the season's first seven games.
Campbell believes Clay can be a difference-maker, not just because of his versatility, but also because of the way defenses have played the Dolphins this season — with a great deal of success recently, at least until the second half of Sunday's Seahawks game.
Opposing teams have regularly dropped a safety into the box to take away the run, and jammed receivers Brian Hartline and Davone Bess at the line to disrupt the intermediate passing game. They have mostly gotten away with it because the Dolphins have had no one to challenge gambling linebackers and safeties down the middle of the field.
Anthony Fasano has been a dependable safety valve for Ryan Tannehill, but he's only averaging 7.8 yards per reception — worst among tight ends with at least 20 receptions.
Clay showed he can get open downfield, creating enough separation to make it easy on his rookie quarterback. Part of the reason Clay dropped to the sixth round of the 2011 draft was his 40-yard time (he ran it in the 4.70-second range), but Campbell said he plays faster than that on Sundays.
And should his recent progress continue, Clay could convince the Dolphins they don't need to spend big money in free agency — or a high pick in April's draft — on a tight end. Fasano's contract is set to expire at season's end, and rookie Michael Egnew hasn't been good enough to even sniff the field all season.
As for Clay, he has been mostly a nonfactor since the preseason, and was on the field for fewer than a quarter of the Dolphins' snaps at Buffalo two weeks ago. That's what made his breakthrough game Sunday so surprising.
Yet Philbin dismisses the idea that some light magically came on in recent days.
"I'm not sure it was any kind of revelation for him," the coach said. "I thought he just did the things we asked him to do [and] did them well."
Maybe it was just a matter of getting his head straight. Self-confidence was a problem for Clay earlier in the season — prompting Campbell to give him a strong dose of straight talk.
But Dolphins coaches say that's no longer an issue.
"The play he caught for a touchdown, [I asked him,] 'Is this something you can do, and something [for which] we can count on you?' " Campbell recalled.
"He looks at me like, 'Are you crazy? Yeah I'll make that catch.' I can see it in his eyes, and he did."
• The Dolphins cut offensive lineman Ryan Durand on Tuesday, just a week after signing him.
• Ryan Tannehill has been nominated for NFL Rookie of the Week honors, and the Dolphins' come-from-behind win over Seattle is up for the league's Moment of the Week award. You can vote at NFL.com.
• The Dolphins will waive all service fees from 10 a.m. Wednesday through 5 p.m. Friday on tickets sold to the Jaguars and Bills games.


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If you don't know, this is the new name for the "Planet formerly known as Pluto." This will be a trivia question soon, so don't forget it. In other naming news, the rock in space that, in my opinion, got Pluto kicked out of the planet club, was also renamed. The "before" name was "2003 UB313" (by the International Astronomy Union). The "after" name is now Eris, after the Greek goddess of discord.
Here's the funny part. The nickname for "2003 UB313" was Xena, as in Xena: Warrior Princess, the TV show. I know this is not true, but to think that a television show had an impact on the universe, it makes me chuckle a little bit.
I think I have to let go of the "Pluto is a planet" thing. Time to move on.


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It definitely is minus penalty - all terms for every keyword are beyond page 5 (even site name)
I've never brought a link or sold anything.
I did a press release last month and got another link from yahoo directory and business directory. Also an SEO company made a mistake and wrote 15 unique aritcles and posted them to 12 sites each. Each article used the same keyword - but i was already top for that keyword. (they've been removed now).
will i recover from this? how long does it take? is is just a google mistake that will rectify?
Is google minus 50 penalty permanent? or do most sites get released?
please tell us if you have been released? how long it took and what you did?
than you
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Also an SEO company made a mistake and wrote 15 unique aritcles and posted them to 12 sites each. Each article used the same keyword - but i was already top for that keyword. (they've been removed now).
When were these articles released? It seems that the biggest mistake is to hire someone else to do something. They will do it in in 10 minutes or get you a 4000 forums links in a day. The Y! directory is a plus, not a negative and press releases are OK, or at least Google can't hold them against you.
IMO you will recover but once they filter expires, usually a matter of months. Once released articles spread all over the internet, you can't really remove them. How many other links did you have prior to this?
I doubt it's a google mistake as you say, in fact it works very well since you technically tried to cheat :). Just wait it out for a while
I was featured on something and got 4 totally unsolicited sitewide links. Total number of pages? Hundreds of thousands but Google has to index them all. I am excited but who knows how Google will react? The good news is that I am listed among listed similar sites.
those articles were quality ones (good firm and friend)...even though i didn't ask for them. She removed them from Ezine and other main ones (there were a few which could be removed)....it was only 15 articles to 10 directories - so not major.
Last month i had around 1100 links. I noticed some spammy links that i don't know how they got there (i wrote them all down and put them in my report back to google).
I'm also removed keyword links back to homepage (e.g. on product review pages, at the bottom)
I wonder if removing these keyword links back to homepage will do anything.
You know at exactly the same time both my two main sites got this penalty! How could that be.
I'll sure wait it out but now there is some spam sites above me on the results.
please - if you have any advice i'm all ears
thank you so much
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Did you send articles and PR for both sites?
yeah and still have sitelinks when search for site-name.com ...but every other keyword now on page 5 or more for both sites (this penalty happened simultaneously)
On site 1, i've just removed all the review pages which were pointing links to home with my keyword - about 50 pages or more (and on some of the other pages put a "no follow" tag with the link as "homepage".
If i check the backlinks i have a load of spammy links - surely google would discount them (they are nothing to do with me !)
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Since both of your sites were punished there must be something else besides the articles. Unless they brought the attention and then Google acted on something they saw?
How many pages do you have indexed?
yeah there must be something else - do you think the backlink spammy links on both sites had something to do with it ? (not from me at all - i've never paid for any links or black hat tactics)
the indexed pages are the same as before the filter / penalty
site 1 = 1310
site 2- 510
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When you see a -50 submit a removal request for this domain. Set up the content on a new domain.
You just need to dig in and get your hands dirty in terms of possibilities for penalization.
Sometimes Google makes a mistake and labels websites and promotion efforts incorrectly
Sometimes other can link to you from large networks and hurt rankings.
Sometimes, in fact very often, webmasters / owners can hire other companies, or do things that they thought were perfectly within reason but were in fact against the Google guidelines.
-50 penalties, in my experience, have been almost entirely about links. So take a very strong look at
-Internal navigation / linking patterns
-Inbound links, and quality / rate of recent inbound links
Of particular note, I would be looking at the similarity between links that both penalized domains share. You might very well find your answer there.
There are tons of posts here at WBW on how to do a reinclusion that are excellent summaries. The only piece I would add is be very sure that each domain is completely clean before submitting, be thorough in explanation of what was done. Take ownership, if in fact you spot things that were done by people you allowed access that you think, in hindsight were a bad idea.
Just ask yourself, what is better? Waiting a year or more in this prison waiting for bubba and praying or having the content indexed on a new domain within a month?
It's time they start to inform webmasters about penalties in webmaster tools. I think as long as they do not inform people they don't wish reconsideration requests.
i also have spammy links that i didn't put there and don't want - could that have brought me down ?
the only thing i can think of is i have my keyword in headers on each page - i'm deoptimizing today.
any more advice is greatly appreciated
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i also have spammy links that i didn't put there and don't want - could that have brought me down ?
My guess is that when this happens, Google manually checks it and they probably determined (right or wrong) that you got those links there. I doubt they trust the algo for such penalties.
I believe reinclusion is for when your site is de-indexed completely, not for penalties.
I am considering setting up a new domain now and 301 the penalised site as I am fed up waiting for release from Google prison!
I believe reinclusion is for when your site is de-indexed completely, not for penalties.
Google changed the name to "reconsideration request" specifically because the form can be used for penalty situations or even suspected problems on Google's end. The site does not need to be banned to submit one any longer.
For hope - see this thread from July [webmasterworld.com]. As I wrote there, I have been involved with a few sites this year who went into, and then out of, a -50 penalty. Some rankings were restored with days of submitting a request, and one site took three months.
There is this possibility to consider. Some penalties may be tripped because the site's activities are beyond a calculated threshold for usual behavior in their niche. The release from the penalty sometimes seems to happen when that threshold is re-calculated, rather than after a set time period in the penalty box. In other words, the threshold can change rather than the website.
I think I should try to lift your spirits though: at the time the penalty was first spotted, I also had several sites going in and out of this penalty on much shorter, month-long cycles. Most came out, but that one stuck in it for more than 2 years.
Good luck!
There is this possibility to consider. Some penalties may be tripped because the site's activities are beyond a calculated threshold for usual behavior in their niche. The release from the penalty sometimes seems to happen when that threshold is re-calculated, rather than after a set time period in the penalty box.
I am almost certain that this--or a combination of things--was the event in my case. I've had steady traffic for quite some time, but after a marketing campaign in early July 2009, I was hit with a -50 (that continued falling to page 6, 7, 8 and bottomed out at 9). The marketing effort generated an increase in traffic and several (maybe 30-50) spammy-looking IBLs from places not even associated with my niche.
Strangely though, I didn't submit a reconsideration request. I waited it out, and the site returned to page 1 around the middle of October 2009. The only change between August and October, included the addition of new content.
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Sitewide links or ..?
The marketing effort generated an increase in traffic and several (maybe 30-50) spammy-looking IBLs from places not even associated with my niche.
30-50 individual links?
That actually seems like a rather modest marketing effort :) We don't know how old your site is and how many links did it have before the above said "marketing effort" but most sites by the end of their first year accumulate so many irrelevant links from places like "rate this site" and "domain spy" and "who hosts where" that it would take at the very least 300-500 or, more realistically, 3000-5000 of really bad links to tip any balance over.
If you are talking about multiple links from 30-50 different domains, then I guess it's a whole different story...
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If you are talking about multiple links from 30-50 different domains, then I guess it's a whole different story...
One of the major domain owners has started to make mfa sites. My sites was linked from about 60 of them for 2 months. That made me some decent money due to the increase in traffic. I have to wonder what would have happened if the sites weren't of the same theme
The site is a magazine, so we have plenty of marketing efforts and promos throughout the year. But this particular stretch (Jul-Aug) produced some really bad links. I don't know whatthe thresholds are--I just know the -50 lasted from Jul-Aug, and I chose those links as the culprit.


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Global changes in policy, law, and commerce a result of Arctic warming
What makes the work on Arctic warming by Penn State Professor John Kelmelis so arresting is the magnitude of the outcomes he can envision. "These changes will affect every aspect of our world--climatology, biology, economics, international relations, law, business, and social interactions," he said, and he has the data to back it up. Kelmelis, who teaches in the School of International Affairs and whose courses are cross-referenced for law students, shared some of his ideas in a recent article "Arctic Warming Ripples through Eurasia" in Eurasian Geography and Economics.


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