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While the H1B visa program has benefited both India and the United States, its absence will lead both countries to lose supremacy over the global IT market, according to a new study by a US think tank, the Center for Global Development (CGD).
Restricting the work visa would not solve any problems but would instead force the industry to shift to countries like Canada, said Gaurav Khanna, fellow at the CGD and co-author of the study.
The combined revenue for the two countries as a result of the visa program reached US$17.3 billion in 2010, with IT solutions boosting productivity everywhere, from banks on Wall Street to auto plants in Detroit.
The visa program might have affected employment opportunities for US-born computer science graduates, but any job losses are far outweighed by its benefits; the expansion of the software development sector has led to the creation of numerous jobs in related sectors, the report noted.
The study said that US-born employees were collectively wealthier by about US$431 million in 2010 because of the H1B. It also implies that without the visa program India and the United States would not have been so strong in the global IT marketplace.
India also benefited from the visa program, as its export revenue grew and more educated young people were able to land jobs. Since H1Bs expire after three to six years, many of these workers returned to India, taking with them technological know-how and connections. Some of them launched their own technology startups back home.
Their return, coupled with the increased demand for IT services, allowed India to eventually surpass the US in software exports, the report noted.
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To fix the abuse, before giving out IT jobs to Indian consulting companies as contracts, they need to advertise jobs in a centralized Government website, all legal immigrants and US Citizens need to be encouraged to apply, USCIS should monitor fake job ads. by Companies or collecting resumes and not selecting people after fake interviews, then H1B lottery should be replaced with Bidding, Bidding salary should start with $1 more than the maximum salary of US Citizen doing the same responsibility in the same location, in that way Companies won't fire Americans for cheap labor, also a lot of OPT students apply with fake 10 year experience, even lying their age and immigration status.
Not this stupid "study" again… Train your replacements, get laid off, never work again. In the developed world, we call it the "race to the bottom". Sure, the business owners get more short-term profits, but as a whole society pays dearly as the profession erodes away…


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In the burgeoning India Retail Organized sector, IT is being taken seriously with retailers starting to leverage IT for setting up basic infrastructure for doing business. A report in Express Computer discusses how Indian Retailers although being late are adopting IT for innovations at back end as well as consumer facing end.
"It is estimated that over $2.5 billion will be spent on IT in the Indian retail sector by 2010. This will include the cost of acquiring new assets as well as looking after existing infrastructure. Over 40% of this will be spent on software and services," said Ajay Aggarwal, Founder, Seacom.
According to Patrick Mathias, Regional Manager-Enterprise, Cisco India, "Of the total investment, approximately 4-10% is invested in IT. And within this approximately 30-40% is meant for networking infrastructure."
The IT innovation revolution in retail is steadily taking shape in India. The process is such that it has the potential to change the way in which we purchase even the basic necessities such as groceries and vegetables. Innovation is happening not just at the backend, but also at the customer facing end. It's taking place all over, right from where the customer enters a store to the point where he leaves. This essentially covers the whole process of buying of products, right from selecting to decision making and paying at the checkout counter.
"Innovations in the retail industry are multi pronged and are aimed at enhancing the end user experience, optimizing resources and logistics, creating a technology platform to keep pace with the dynamics of the industry and manage the unprecedented growth given the geographic spread and diversity," said Dr. Anurag Srivastava, Vice President, Consulting Division, Wipro.
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News: Results from IM Malaysia and Arizona, Laurent Vidal passes away, John's rant.
Website of the Week: Here's the video from this weeks Website of the Week, Gilhedley.com, which was sent through by The Mountain Snail.
John's History Lesson: This week John gives a lesson on the history of the Duathlon World Champs.
Statstastic: We have a look at the closest womens race in Kona.


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Another call for AOL management's head: Pali Research analyst Rich Greenfield says it's time for AOL (TWX) bosses Randy Falco ("a TV executive with no Internet industry experience") and Ron Grant ("Jeff Bewkes' chief of staff, whatever that means") to get the heave-ho.
In a blog post (registration required), Greenfield argues that Randy and Ron have no real plan to turn the business around and have "squandered the strong free cash flow generated by AOL."
Virtually every layer of AOL management and senior operating executives have turned over at least once in the past few years, either through executives quitting or AOL lay-offs (due to cost-cutting or strategy shifts), yet the "dynamic duo" at the top of AOL remain entrenched. It seems obvious to us and investors we talk to that AOL is a dying business, a so-called dinosaur with a "toxic" brand. What frustrates us is that Time Warner management and its Board of Directors have allowed AOL to annually reinvent themselves in hopes of enabling growth.
Meanwhile, AOL is in the middle of another round of layoffs, part of a "three-year plan" seemingly pulled from thin air.
In discussing pending layoffs (that have actually just begun this week), Falco insinuates that there was always a three-year plan for turning around AOL, yet we cannot find any mention of a three year-plan prior to 1/29/09 (we confirmed the lack of a three-year plan with multiple former AOL execs).
The solution, Greenfield argues: Fire Ron and Randy and "turn AOL into a 'cash-cow', with the business starved for cash for as many years as it has left."


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Monday, August 16, 2010
Phantom Bug II: The Sequel
We took another walk tonight.
A walk, no running, this time.
I had my mouth slightly agape.
I was breathing, you know.
With a slightly agape mouth.
But a bug doesn't need much room
as it turns out.
That's right.
A bug flew in.
Straight shot past the teeth.
It high-fived my dangly gagger
(otherwise known as a uvula.)
And landed in my throat.
I had no choice but to swallow.
This ain't my first rodeo, after all.
I swallowed and swallowed.
(Do you know anyone as brave as me?)
And then dry heaved.
And spat.
Guess what?
Phantom Bug strikes again.
I can still feel him
perched at the top of my throat,
calling for help from his bug friends,
hanging on for dear life,
channeling the spirit of Jonah to inspire him.
He isn't there, of course.
I swallowed him.
He's now drown among my watermelon
and cheeseburger
and other non-bug things I eat.
Somehow it doesn't matter that I know this.
He is still there.
The Phantom Bug will always be there.
There was a thirty-something woman
who swallowed a mosquito? gnat? firefly?
I think she'll die.
11 comments:
- Soul-Fusion said...
Terrible! You need to try practicing breathing through your nose :)
- August 16, 2010 at 10:57 PM
- Lindy-Lou said...
Or you could opt for one of those masks you wear when sanding or using hazardous stuff. I think you should wear it over the kids meal disguise you favored us with recently.
- August 16, 2010 at 11:30 PM
- katie said...
You should probably stop going on walks. At least that would be my excuse!
- August 17, 2010 at 12:57 AM
- Leslie said...
Ugh! I've been fighting some stomach bug all day, and hearing about YOUR bug just about released all that I've been fighting to hold onto (ie, my dinner).
- August 17, 2010 at 1:13 AM
- Becky said...
Oh my gosh you are so funny! I love how you can take a horrible situation (does it get much worse than swallowing a bug??) and turn it in to a very funny read for the rest of us. You make me giggle! Thanks!
- August 17, 2010 at 3:15 PM
- Mia said...
I'm with Katie, might be time to call off this waling business...
- August 17, 2010 at 11:02 PM
- Suzie said...
just think of the protein....
- August 18, 2010 at 1:40 AM
- josh healy said...
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- August 18, 2010 at 4:28 AM
I get this feeling with pills. Call it the phantom pill. You take a large pill, wash it down with a lot of water, even some crackers, yet you feel like it is still lodged in your throat. Logic, (and checking my throat in the mirror with a flashlight) tells me the pill has safely arrived in my stomach. Yet still, I FEEL it in my throat. Stuck somewhere between the gag reflex and the tonsils. I completely understand.
- August 19, 2010 at 1:26 PM
- Jesse C said...
You should start rocking an h1n1 mask when you walk.
- August 19, 2010 at 5:09 PM
- Kellybee said...
Here in Lehi, we are blessed with millions of bugs...especially out by all the farms where I go running. I wear sunglasses to shield my eyes from the sun and the bugs that fly into my face! I too, have occasionally swallowed bugs. I too, have dry-heaved. But I have never had a bug hang on to the back of my throat for dear life. Yuck. I'm sorry that happened to you.
- August 20, 2010 at 12:52 AM


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Active Directory and SOA 11g
. Login to Weblogic Console ( http://host:7001/console) and go to
Security Realms -> myrealm -> Providers
2. Click on "New" to create a new Provider. Let's assume you will call this provider AD.
You must select ActiveDirectoryAuthenticator as provider type.
Click OK.
3. Now , you should have the following list of providers. At this point we need to reorder the provider
list so that AD will be the first one. This step is needed for Worklist application, otherwise you
will not be able to login with the AD users in worklist.
After reordering you should have the following list of providers
4. Click on AD provider and then open the tab Provider Specific .
NOTE : this is an example, you should set the parameters to match your AD configuration.
The rest you can leave unchanged for now. Click Save.
Control Flag: SUFFICIENT
6. Restart Admin and SOA managed server to activate the changes
7. Create a new User in AD - let's call it 'dummy'
8. Look in Weblogic Console at "Users and Groups" in "myrealm" . You should be able to see the new AD user "dummy"
9. Now try to login to worklist (http://host:8001/integration/worklistapp/)
You should be able to login with "dummy" user .
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In EM FMW control, under SOA -> soa-infra -> SOA Infrastructure -> Administration -> System Mbean Browser -> Application Defined Mbeans - > oracle.as.soainfra.config -> Server - > WorkflowIdentityConfig -> human-workflow -> WorkflowIdentityConfig.ConfigurationType -> select the configuration and rename by invoking the operation setRealmName
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Excellent. You have made this whole process so easy for me. I just followed each step shared above and successfully login with dummy user. Earlier I tried it many times but ended up doing some silly mistakes that I have realized from your post. Thanks.


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Chicago Cubs right-hander Brandon Morrow won't pitch again this year due to a bone bruise in his pitching elbow, president of baseball operations Theo Epstein told reporters on Tuesday.
Morrow, who hasn't pitched for the Cubs since July 15, threw a simulated game on Saturday as he hoped to be reinstated to the roster. It was one of several times he has attempted to throw in recent weeks.
"Every time he pitched, it got worse," Epstein said.
Morrow could see the writing on the wall with the regular season nearing an end.
"We knew we were running out of time to begin with," Morrow told reporters, "just the nature of the injury and the amount of time it takes to clear out."
Morrow initially went on the disabled list due to biceps tendinitis. Morrow had 22 saves and 1.47 ERA in 35 games before being sidelined.
Morrow said he felt good during Saturday's simulated game but the soreness returned on Sunday morning.
"The next morning is when I knew things were going the wrong way," Morrow said. "I woke up feeling the same way I did a couple months ago."
The development is the second recent blow for the Cubs' bullpen.
Pedro Strop, who replaced Morrow as the closer, is done for the regular season due to a hamstring injury, and his status for the postseason has yet to be determined. Strop has 13 saves and a 2.26 ERA.
—Field Level Media


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Last summer we spent a few weeks in a little village in the South of France, where Justin's Dad has a home. I've always loved French cuisine, especially in the countryside. Everything to do with cooking is incredibly local - from the produce, to the recipes, to the wine.
In true French style, this salad is all about the ingredients. It's super simple to make, and it's absolutely delicious. Apparently Roquefort is also good for your health!
- Butter lettuce
- Roquefort cheese
- Walnuts
- Walnut oil
- Walnut vinegar
It's a curious, unspoken rule in France that lettuce should never be cut with a knife, so gently tear (!) the lettuce and mix with roughly chopped walnuts and chunks of Roquefort. Combine 3 parts of walnut oil with 1 part vinegar for the dressing, and season with salt and pepper.
Bon appetit!


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City Councilman Mike Bonin Spends First Day in Office in Venice and 11th District
By Paul Chavez, Venice Dispatch
Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin kicked off his first day on the job Monday by spending time in his 11th Council District, which includes Venice, instead of City Hall.
Bonin, 46, joined a city crew and helped fill potholes in Venice as part of his first day activities that also included serving meals to senior citizens, picking up recyclable waste with city sanitation workers and meeting with public safety officials.
"It was a fantastic day," Bonin said Monday evening after visiting firefighters in the Pacific Palisades.
Bonin was elected to the City Council of the nation's second-largest city in March after fielding 62 percent of the vote in a four-candidate primary election.
The Harvard graduate replaced outgoing City Councilman Bill Rosendahl who had represented the 11th District since 2005.
Rosendahl announced in October 2012 that he would not be seeking re-election in order to focus on his fight with cancer and endorsed Bonin, his longtime chief of staff, to replace him on the council.
Bonin was elected to a four-year term on the council since he gained more than 50 percent of the vote in the primary. The position comes with an annual salary of about $180,000. The 11th Council District includes Venice, Mar Vista, Del Rey, West L.A., Playa del Rey, Westchester, Pacific Palisades and Brentwood.
Since there were no council meetings on his first day in office, Bonin said he symbolically stayed in his district to set the tone for his first term.
"I thought this job begins and ends with constituent services and representing the district,' he said. "I thought the most appropriate way to start the job was to do it in the district and do it delivering services and hanging out with constituents."
Bonin also met with Los Angeles Police Department officials and small business owners in Westchester on his first day in office.
"I really tried to get myself a taste of the district and the issues," Bonin said.
The first-time public official said he gained a "newfound appreciation" for the hard work of city employees while filling potholes in Venice.
"When you sit around City Hall for a number of years like I have there tends to be a perception that city government is about the people of City Hall and folks in City Hall who make city government happen and that's not the case," Bonin said. "The work of city government happens because of the cop on beat or firefighter on the engine or guy filling potholes or woman chasing the abandoned or stray dog."
Bonin gave credit to the city's sanitation workers who rose before dawn for their 6 a.m. shifts Monday with a hard's day work ahead of them.
"Shoveling asphalt and smoothing it out, that was very hard work,' Bonin said. "It's hot work, it's back-breaking labor and I gained a newfound appreciation for how hard they work and how vital they are to make the city function."
Bonin also served senior citizens meals at the Felicia Manhood Senior Center where he was on "biscuits, butter and Jell-O duty" that he said was "a lot easier" than shoveling asphalt.
Instead of the 100-day evaluation mark in office, Bonin said he was focusing on his first 100 hours in office.
He planned to walk from his Mar Vista home down Walgrove Boulevard on Tuesday to take public transportation to City Hall to underscore his support for mass transit.
"I want the first 100 hours to set the tone not for just 100 days, but the course of four years," Bonin said. "I want it to be neighborhood focused and district focused on getting things done."
The new councilman also introduced his so-called "Access 11" community engagement program that focuses on direct personal outreach and technology to improve relations with city government.
"We need a Mayberry approach, and an iPhone sensibility," Bonin said in a statement. "Access 11 will set a new standard for accessibility and transparency by harnessing the best, most creative ideas the people of Council District 11 have to offer and bringing City Hall closer to people on the Westside."
Bonin, a longtime Venice resident who recently moved to Mar Vista, made campaign promises that included: increased parking for Venice residents and local businesses; implementing a ban on chain stores that threaten the neighborhood's character; promoting the emerging Silicon Beach tech sector; returning revenue from city-owned parking lots back to Venice for local improvement projects, and fighting noise, pollution and traffic from Santa Monica Airport.
Bonin is a member of St. Monica's Church in Santa Monica and lives with his partner, Sean Arian. He also was a former newspaper reporter in South Los Angeles and graduated from Harvard University in 1989 with a bachelor's degree in United States History.
Bonin also previously served in 2003-2004 as district director and deputy chief of staff for retired Rep. Jane Harman, who represented the Westside and South Bay in Congress for 16 years, and before that worked for seven years for City Councilmember Ruth Galanter as legislative deputy, district director and deputy chief of staff.
His election victory propelled him to his first stint in public office.
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Main recording alias of Sam Shepherd, British electronic music producer. He is also a co-founder of Eglo Records and the first artist to release on the label. Classically trained from a young age, Shepherd also leads a 16-piece Floating Points Ensemble. As a DJ and radio presenter, Floating Points is known for his strong passion for jazz music.
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One of the most anticipated festivals in Chicago, Country Lakeshake, was back for its third time at First Merit Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island, June 23-25. Lakeshake presents a continuous stretch of country music, social experiences, beautiful city weather and cool Lake Michigan breezes, all amidst a breath-taking backdrop of the Chicago skyline. Check out these surprises and memorable moments from this year's fest!
Canadian duo, High Valley, was the first band to play the main stage this weekend. It was a spectacular moment watching the crowd react when they performed their first single to hit #1 in the U.S. which set the tone for the remainder of the festival.
First mainstage performers of @LakeShakeFest singing this first #1 charting song @HIGHVALLEY #Lakeshake #CMchat pic.twitter.com/dd4yedMzEm
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 23, 2017
A new feature this year at Lakeshake was the Opry stage in the US99 zone. This stage brought fans up close and personal in an acoustic format with artists who played the Next From Nashville stage, as well as some mainstage performers. There was no schedule, so you never knew who you were going to get to see at a moment's notice! Check out the views when Smithfield took the stage.
Brand new @SmithfieldMusic single!! Isn't this @opry @US995 @LakeShakeFest stage fantastic? #CMchat #Lakeshake pic.twitter.com/2igkVd28Yx
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 23, 2017
Broadcasting live interviews on air for those who couldn't make the festival were US99 radio personalities, Stylz and Roman. Check out this backstage clip of them testing out Thomas Rhett's "dad knowledge" before Thomas performed on the main stage!
.@stylzandroman had @ThomasRhett showing off his dad skills #CMchat #Lakeshake pic.twitter.com/pMVFSh7kTK
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 24, 2017
There was something for everyone in terms of concert experience at Lakeshake. The stage pit area isn't for everyone, so for those who wanted to enjoy the performances from a less compressed, more laid back view, there was lawn and pavilion seating. This view from the lawn during Thomas Rhett's performance proved that there literally was not a bad seat in the house! Check out the Chicago skyline backdrop!
Even the lawn views are ??(oh, hey @ThomasRhett) • @LakeShakeFest Day 3⃣ let's do this. #CMchat #lakeshake #summerkickoff pic.twitter.com/lGd4qNS4xJ
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 25, 2017
Aside from the music, there were plenty of experiences for both kids and adults, including vertical swings, yard games, food by vendors such as Bub City, Clydesdale Horse meet and greets, and more. The Blackhawks Bar was my personal favorite feature. Inside, the atmosphere felt like you were VIP at the United Center, complete with head-in-the-hole photo ops and a fun feature where you could use props to create your own Blackhawks themed GIF to share with friends!
Cheerin' for the #blackhawks with my girls at the @NHLBlackhawks bar at @LakeShakeFest #lakeshake #CMchat pic.twitter.com/RpT604E95j
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 25, 2017
The Next From Nashville Stage, located on the backside of the lawn, brought rising artists directly from Nashville in an intimate setting with a full stage show performance. This was the place to discover new artists and to come face-to-face with some of the hot new artists bursting on the scene. With his intriguing stage swagger and catchy lyrics, Morgan Wallen is certainly one to watch!
#PartySong = future smaaaaash ? @MorganCWallen @LakeShakeFest #lakeshake @cmchatlive #CMchat pic.twitter.com/tCYAbza3v2
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 25, 2017
In my opinion, the most surprising and entertaining performance of Lakeshake was Chase Rice. He just announced his new record deal with Broken Bow Records, and this guy is already making an explosive comeback to the country music scene. In a routine attempt to bring a girl on stage to serenade during his risqué song, "Ride" Chase discovered that the chosen girl was a newlywed of one week. He asked about their honeymoon and she said they hadn't gone yet, so he offered to pay for an island honeymoon vacation for the couple, on the spot. Tear-jerker moment, y'all. Wow. You'd think not much else could top a moment like that, but then Chase brought out his longtime buddy and Chicago Bears Kicker, Connor Barth to duet as he performed the first successful song he'd ever co-written – Florida Georgia Line's "Cruise."
Fun fact: @ChaseRiceMusic went to school w/ @ChicagoBears Kicker @contbarth – & he can SING?! #CMchat #lakeshake @LakeShakeFest @CMchatLIVE pic.twitter.com/1qqU6JmPlw
— Tiera Joy ✨ (@TieraBolt) June 26, 2017
Country Lakeshake, the festival that combines country music with breathtaking lakefront and city views, seems to outdo itself every passing year! If you want in on the experience, make sure to keep up with Lakeshake via their website, Twitter, and Facebook.


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Thanks to ZiBuDo, in time for the 0.18 tournament we have a new WebTiles/console server running in Montreal, Canada, with the official acronym CJR:
Yes, everything you see on that page was done intentionally, and we sincerely beg you not to encourage ZiBuDo to add more memes…
This server supports 0.17, 0.18, and trunk for both WebTiles and console over SSH with hourly automatic trunk updates. CJR also has an IRC bot, Jorgrell, available in ##crawl to announce milestones and list versions. The server has been added to the CAO scoring pages, and your games played there should show up on your score page soon. ZiBuDo has additionally made a leader board tracking various records for games played on CJR.
Thanks to the efforts of neil, CAO is now updated for 0.18 and will be ready for the 0.18 tournament! We were previously unsure if we'd be able to get the server updated in time, but now your v0.18 games played and clan memberships defined on CAO will indeed count for this tournament.
At this time, CWZ, the South Korean server, is the only server we've been unable to get updated with 0.18 for the tournament. If anyone can reach the admin of this server, who plays under the account Hong, please do so. Developers in the ##crawl-dev channel can help answer questions about updating the server.
CWZ was updated shortly before the tournament started.


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The target date has been set for the completion of the Durango-Mazatlan autopista. According to Presidente Felipe Calderon, the highway will be in working order in 2012. It will contain the largest bridge in Latin America - at over 1 km in length.
The problem with this highway has been the obstacles of the canyon (400 meters deep) and the many mountain passes that stand in its way, which will mean it will have to include dozens of smaller bridges and tunnels. In the end, the road will be very advantageous for the Mexican economy and will prove the structural capacity of Mexico. The Durango-Mazatlán highway will take you from the East coast (Tampico) all the way through to the West coast in Mazatlán.


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SuperBox is a new jQuery plugin I've been composing over the last few days. SuperBox takes the whole 'image' and 'lightbox' one step further, reducing the JavaScript and image load dependence to make lightboxing a thing of the past! Using HTML5 data-* attributes, responsive layouts and jQuery, here's SuperBox.
scotchPanels.js is a jQuery plugin for easily creating off canvas menus, navigations, and other panel types such as images, videos, and iframes.
Scotch Panels are featured-packed and have a ton of different options for every skill-level to tweak and implement into almost any project. It work from any container so you can put your side navigation on any element you want.


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These bad boys started up, well, due to demand from you fine folks. The ladies that sat getting their makeup done for makeovers always commented that they wished they could do their own makeup the way the makeup artists did. So give back to the people we did – and the Back to Basics Makeup Masterclass and One-on-one classes were born.
The Back to Basics class runs in a class of maximum 5 people and has a set schedule that runs through the application of foundation all the way to the finished face -covering contouring, highlighting, cheeks, lips and a finished eye look. This is a great class for figuring out the tips and tricks the makeup artists use to get the very best out of you.
The one-on-one classes have a more individual focus on your specific needs – in basic terms - you learn what you want to learn.
We've been running these classes for years and the constant feedback is that people feel more confident in what they're doing, and what they're putting out there. So come on in and see us! Vouchers are also available for gifts, and discounts are available for groups.
back to basics - $115
one-on-one for 1 hour - $99
one-on-one for 1.5 hours - $139
Both classes offer some makeup and brush discounts, and the group Masterclass comes with a $20 voucher towards Ruby Jack services.


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One of the major features of Motorola's Moto X is its customizability that's enabled by the Moto Maker tool, giving consumers the opportunity to design the look of their Moto X to fit their style. Now it looks like Motorola wants to extend that customizability to smartphone hardware with a new effort called Project Ara.
Announced over on The Official Motorola Blog, Project Ara is described as an effort to develop a "free, open hardware platform for creating highly modular smartphones." The company goes on to explain that it wants to give consumers the ability to decide exactly what their phone can do, what it looks like and what it costs.
As the project stands now, Ara hardware is made up of and endoskeleton (aka "endo") and separate modules. The endo is the main frame that holds all of the modules in place. Meanwhile, the modules are the various parts of the phone itself, such as its processor, screen, keyboard or whatever else the user desires.
Motorola says that it's been cooking up Project Ara for about a year so far. Now that it's made the program official, it'll continue work on Ara out in the open in conjunction with the Phonebloks community, which made news earlier this year as a project that aims to create customizable phones with "bloks" that can be replaced and upgraded. Motorola expects to begin inviting developers to create modules for Ara sometime in the coming months, with plans to launch an alpha version of the Module Developer Kit (MDK) in the winter.
So far it looks like Project Ara is still in the early stages of life, but the effort looks like a promising one. Rather than forcing consumers to settle for hardware that they may not be totally happy with or making them shell out for a totally new smartphone if one part of their existing device breaks, Project Ara could allow them to get exactly the type of phone that they need and upgrade it in the future if need be. If you're interested in learning more about Project Ara and becoming a research scout to help Motorola "learn about how people make choices, you can sign up to be an Ara Scout right here.


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A Strategy Dedicated to Diversity and Career Advancement
February 2017 is a time for us to celebrate Black History Month and it also marks the first anniversary of Advancing Black Leaders (ABL), our diversity strategy focused on attracting, hiring, retaining and advancing top talent within the black community here at JPMorgan Chase. Rarely does timing, passion, purpose and experience come together in such a unique way to create an opportunity to drive enormous change. That's what it feels like in the new role that I assumed in April 2016 as head of this diversity strategy.
On reflection, the characteristics of the opportunity presented to me then are the same as those that contributed to the early results we are seeing since the launch of the strategy. Those characteristics are: Leadership Commitment, Transparency and Accountability.
With regard to Leadership Commitment, I would advise any person or company interested in undertaking such a bold strategy that it truly does begin with commitment at the top of the house. Many leaders will "talk" about commitment to diversity but they don't necessarily back it up with their voice, presence, resources and willingness to step up and remove barriers to progress when they exist. I felt an unwavering commitment to the strategy from every senior leader that I met with then, up to and including the Chairman and the Board of Directors. Based on that feeling, I took a leap of faith that there was a unique opportunity in front of me to partner with leaders who are equally committed.
The clarity of vision from the top down was also intriguing. It was very clear that the goal was to attract top black talent and retain the top talent that was already here at the company – the aim is to support our broader company-wide business strategy to have the best diverse talent. Adding in the willingness of the leadership to be bold and transparent motivated me to jump all in.
So here we are one year later. We've created transparent reporting, tested new recruiting models and experimented with new partnership approaches—all without a single ounce of pushback and with solid, measurable results. Treating diversity like the business imperative that it is requires transparent measurement. We've moved the needle by focusing on transparent reporting and accountability.
We have made good foundational progress by building a dedicated team and creating an internal structure that supports the strategy. We realize that there is much more to do, and I am even more excited about the opportunity ahead. We continue to drive change in this important segment and to also begin to leverage our wins and best practices to other diverse segments.
About the Author: Valerie Rainford is head of Advancing Black Leaders & Diversity Advancement Strategies. In partnership with the Operating Committee, Senior Diversity Advisor, and head of Talent Management & Diversity, she executes the strategy to deliver an increased level of focus to attract, hire, retain and advance top black talent at all levels of the organization.
Valerie, is a member of the firmwide Black Executive Forum and was named to the Black Enterprise 2017 list of Most Powerful Women in Business. As a published author, she has penned an award-winning memoir Until The Brighter Tomorrow: One Woman's Courageous Climb from the Projects to the Podium. Valerie is also a member of the Executive Leadership Council, founding member of the Black Women for Black Girls Giving Circle, and co-founder and Board Chair of Black Women of Influence.
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After our Hack In The Box talk, I thought it would be a good idea to explain some of the slides in more detail. I am currently playing with iOS8 and WKWebViews, which solve a lot of issues, but not all of them. More on this soon - for now, let's stay on with UIWebViews.
UIWebView is the component used to load web content into iOS applications - basically it's Mobile Safari with the UI stripped off, leaving just the viewport part. Some of the differences:
1. UIWebView can only view a single document at a time (+ frames)
For example, links with target="_blank" will work as target="_top", and window.open() will work more or less the same as location.assign().
2. There is also no UI for error events
The user will not be asked for accepting invalid SSL certificate, will not be informed the connection to the given host failed, etc. However, JavaScript-initiated alerts and prompts are shown (and are not controllable through available API).
3. There is an API to control UIWebView content and behaviour
(By the way, you may want to take a look at this presentation from OWASP Poland meeting.)
Browsers using UIWebViews have to add the user interface - this means at least address bar and error handling. Usually to do this programmers implement UIWebViewDelegate methods:
The last one causes problems usually. The most common issue is lack of address bar update within this method. This may allow an attacker to spoof the address bar by forcing some kind of an error. Apart from events like invalid SSL certificate, NXDOMAIN DNS response or simply response timeout, this method is also called when document.write() function interrupts page load or replaces loaded page.
Lack of address bar update on webView:didFailLoadWithError: was the reason for about a half of the address bar spoofing vulnerabilities we reported to browser authors. Most of the second half was due to updating address bar too early - as soon as the navigation was initiated, before the document actually started loading into UIWebView ("loading loop" from the HITB presentation is an example). By combining both techniques, an attacker can be almost sure the address bar will point to whatever she/he wishes.
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July 21, 2009, Vancouver, British Columbia: Continent Resources Inc. (CNSX: CTT) is pleased to announce a private placement of up to 12,000,000 units at a price of $0.50 per unit, for gross proceeds of up to $6,000,000. Each unit will consist of one common share of the company (the "Shares") and one-half of one Share purchase warrant (the "Warrants"). Each whole Warrant will entitle the holder thereof to purchase one additional Share at a price of $0.80 for a period of two years from the date of issuance. The Warrants will contain an accelerated expiry provision whereby the Warrants will expire 30 days after notice is given following the Shares trading at or above $1.00 for 10 consecutive trading days. Continent Resources has retained Axemen Resources Ltd., a limited market dealer, to provide services in connection with the private placement and a finder's fee will be paid in connection with the provision of the services.
The securities issued in this private placement will be subject to a four-month hold period commencing from the date of issuance.
The Company proposes to change its name to Copper One Inc., to reflect its primary focus, subject to regulatory approval. In anticipation of the corporate name change, the Company has reserved the ticker symbol "CUO", which is a general chemical formula for copper oxide.
Assuming completion of the private placement, the net proceeds will be used to carry out definition drilling of Lone Mountain-Mimbres copper deposits, geological, geochemical, geophysical studies and diamond drilling on the portfolio of properties in Arizona and New Mexico, USA and for general working capital.
Continent Resources Inc. holds a significant portfolio of copper properties in one of the world's most prolific copper-producing regions, in Arizona and New Mexico. This area is elephant country for copper, containing the greatest cluster of porphyry copper deposits anywhere in the world and making up over 10% of the world's copper production. Continent Resources Inc. is focused on the discovery of copper resources which are suitable for leaching. Lone Mountain, the Company's feature property is within sight of the large Tyrone and Chino porphyry copper deposits owned by Freeport-McMoRan.
For more information please visit: www.continentresources.com
In compliance with National Instrument 43-101, Michael R. Pawlowski, President of Continent Resource Inc., is the Qualified Person who prepared and supervised the preparation of the information that forms the basis for this news release.
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Michael R. Pawlowski
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FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS: This document includes forward-looking statements as well as historical information. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the continued advancement of the company's general business development, research development and the company's development of mineral exploration projects. When used in this document, the words "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intent", "may", "project", "plan", "should" and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements. Although Continent Resources Inc. believes that their expectations reflected in these forward looking statements are reasonable, such statements involve risks and uncertainties and no assurance can be given that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statement. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ from these forward-looking statements include the potential that fluctuations in the marketplace for the sale of minerals, the inability to implement corporate strategies, the ability to obtain financing and other risks disclosed in our filings made with Canadian Securities Regulators.
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White Elephants Breed Like Rabbits
INFO VISUALIZATION: I ran across an interesting hypothesis while running through Andrew Sullivan.
I have many issues with this chart and with the authors spurious conclusions. But rather then rehash them, you can read a comment on the article here.
My main problem with the article is the author seems to believe this to be a relationship of causation, rather then just association. Long story short, association is not automatically causation, but the author makes a lot of assumptions to the contrary.
Also, he attempts to take on Thomas Frank, but fails miserably. He writes:
In a year of predictably partisan books, one lively surprise has been What's the Matter with Kansas? by Thomas Frank, a leftwing journalist from Kansas who now lives with his wife and single child in the Democratic stronghold of Chicago. [...]
While the Christian right in Kansas doesn't much hold with Darwin, they are doing well at the basic Darwinian task of reproducing themselves: pro-life Kansas has the fourth highest white fertility in the country at 2.06 babies per woman, and the birthrate of the conservative Republicans that Frank finds so baffling is likely to be even higher. On the crucial question of whether a group can be bothered not to die out, "What's the Matter with Massachusetts?" would be a more pertinent question. Massachusetts' whites are failing to replace themselves, averaging only 1.6 babies per woman, and the states' liberal Democrats are probably reproducing even less than that.
What ignorance. Someone needs to inform this guy that California is the biggest state and one of the fastest growing and a liberal stronghold. Oh yeah, and that white democrats aren't the only democrats.
Kansas? Take a look at this map and tell me the democrats have anything to fear about the rapid growth of Kansas. (It's above Texas and Oklahoma.)
Yeah, it's the one where at least two thirds of its counties have a shrinking population. And here's a bit of history: Kansas had 11 electoral votes in 1932. Now it has 6. I don't imagine those 717,507 Kansas Bush voters have liberals shaking in their boots.


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A practical guide to observing, identifying and understanding birds. If you want to know what birds are likely to turn up in your garden or where to go to see spectacular bird-life, RSPB Birdwatching for Beginners is the best place to start. Perfect for the novice birdwatcher, with everything you need to know about observing birds in their natural environment, but packed with facts and details invaluable to the experienced birdwatcher.
It features 250 of the most common species found throughout the UK and Europe, complete with photographs, descriptions, and distribution maps to aid in identification. It provides expert spotting tips and lists the best birdwatching sites along with what to look for in each habitat.
Fully updated to include all the latest developments in photographic equipment and online technology as well as information on every aspect of birds, from their anatomy and behaviour to how to identify them in the field, RSPB Birdwatching for Beginners has everything you need to know. It was previously published as RSPB Birdwatching.
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This year is flying by! Here are my favourite moments from June:
The month kicked off with our first family staycation to Penzance. An extremely kind friend of the family offered up her apartment for a week, which has the most spectacular view over the marina. We've never explored Cornwall properly and were so impressed - the beaches, cafes, shops, scenery, locals... amazing. To top it off, we had some friends join us for a couple of days, including one of my bestie's 3-month-old daughter, F. We had a couple of very amusing mornings where J & F would hold hands and chat to each other. Very adorable. J also treated us to a number of 'firsts', from his first "dada" to his first taste of solid food. Which leads me onto...
2. Weaning
Not much more to say here other than J loves food! His favourite tastes so far are apple, banana, butternut squash and sweet potato. His face when he tried broccoli for the first time was a picture - a look I'll never forget-!
3. Family Wedding
It's very rare we get to dress up as a family - mostly due to the high likelihood of getting covered in baby drool. L's cousin got married this month and it was a real treat to be able to pop on some heels and enjoy some fizz with family.
4. Magazine Moment
My bathroom was featured in the July issue of HomeStyle magazine (out in June). A freelance journalist approached me on Instagram to see if I'd be interested in a photoshoot and I jumped at the chance - she was so lovely and I loved picking her brain about the industry and how it all works behind-the-scenes. Such an honour to be featured and loved every minute.
5. House Shopping
So we recently decided that we'd like to move house. This was a pretty emotional decision to make as we've put so much into refurbishing our home over the last five years but now we have J, we've realised we would like to move further into the countryside and offer him the village life. We've found a new house we love and it needs a bit of work. If it all goes through be prepared for some more before and afters! Very excited.


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Composer and Conductor John Adams Conducts West Coast Premiere of His Own Scheherazade.2 Featuring Violinist Leila Josefowicz March 17 and 19
Grammy Award-Winning Augustin Hadelich to Perform Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto March 24–26
Conductor Jesús López-Cobos to Lead the Seattle Symphony in Concert March 24–26
Igudesman & Joo Return for a One-Night-Only Performance March 3
Photo credit (L to R): Margarett Mitchell, Chris Lee, Luca Valenta, Javier del Real, photo courtesy of the artist
Seattle, WA – A highlight of the 2015–2016 season is the appearance of composer and conductor John Adams, who will conduct the West Coast premiere of his own poignant and captivating composition, Scheherazade.2 featuring violinist Leila Josefowicz on March 17 and 19. Written for Josefowicz, Scheherazade.2 was premiered by the New York Philharmonic last year, and received a rave review in The New York Times. Also on the program is Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance Military March No. 3 in C minor and Respighi's "Pines of Rome." The Elgar and John Adams will also be featured on the shorter and informal Untuxed concert on March 18.
The following week on March 24–26, guest conductor Jesús López-Cobos leads the Seattle Symphony in performances of Rimsky-Korsakov's symphonic poem Scheherazade and Glinka's Summer Night in Madrid. Violinist Augustin Hadelich, who recently won a Grammy Award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo for his performance of Henri Dutilleux's Violin Concerto, L'arbre des songes on Seattle Symphony Media, returns to perform Tchaikovsky's timeless Violin Concerto.
Early in the month, musicians Aleksey Igudesman and Hyung-ki Joo return to Seattle with their offbeat and hilarious theatrical show. On March 3, Igudesman & Joo will give a one-night-only performance mingling comedy, classical music and popular culture into a unique evening.
Igudesman & Joo with the Seattle Symphony
Thursday, March 3, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.
Seattle Symphony
Tickets from $26
Thursday, March 17, 2016, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 19, 2016, at 8 p.m.
John Adams, conductor
Leila Josefowicz, violin
Seattle Symphony
JOHN ADAMS: Scheherazade.2, Dramatic Symphony for Violin and Orchestra
EDWARD ELGAR: Pomp and Circumstance Military March No. 3 in C minor, Op. 39
OTTORINO RESPIGHI: Pini di Roma ("Pines of Rome")
Arguably America's greatest living composer, John Adams returns to Seattle to conduct his newest violin concerto with violinist Leila Josefowicz. The sonic exploration continues with Respighi's "Pines of Rome," one of the most spectacular displays of orchestral color ever composed.
Media Sponsor: Classical KING FM 98.1
Tickets from $21
Friday, March 18, 2016, at 7 p.m.
John Adams, conductor
Leila Josefowicz, violin
Jonathan Green, host
Seattle Symphony
EDWARD ELGAR: Pomp and Circumstance Military March No. 3 in C minor, Op. 39
JOHN ADAMS: Scheherazade.2, Dramatic Symphony for Violin and Orchestra
The fluid music of John Adams' Scheherezade.2 is as seductive as its namesake — the heroine of The Arabian Nights — but this modern spin on the tale addresses our current reality, invoking the irrepressible power of women and the wonder of the divine feminine. Elgar's Military March No. 3, still relevant after more than a century, challenges us to consider how society approaches war.
This shorter, no-intermission Untuxed concert presents a low-stress way to begin your weekend.
Ask the Artist to follow the concert. Free with ticket purchase.
Media Sponsors: Classical KING FM 98.1, KCTS 9
Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 25, 2016 at 12 noon
Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 8 p.m.
Jesús López-Cobos, conductor
Augustin Hadelich, violin
Seattle Symphony
MIKHAIL GLINKA: Summer Night in Madrid (Spanish Overture No. 2)
PIOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
NIKOLAI RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: Scheherazade, Op. 35
Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto and Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade, one of the most evocative works in classical music, are twinned in this all-Russian program featuring violinist Augustin Hadelich.
Pre-concert Talk presented one hour prior to each performance.
Ask the Artist to follow the Thursday night concert. Both events free with ticket purchase.
Performances sponsored by Seattle Symphony GiveBIG supporters.
Augustin Hadelich's performances are generously underwritten by Muriel Van Housen and Tom McQuaid through the Seattle Symphony's Guest Artists Circle.
About the Seattle Symphony
The Seattle Symphony is one of America's leading symphony orchestras and is internationally acclaimed for its innovative programming and extensive recording history. Under the leadership of Music Director Ludovic Morlot since September 2011, the Symphony is heard from September through July by more than 500,000 people through live performances and radio broadcasts. It performs in one of the finest modern concert halls in the world — the acoustically superb Benaroya Hall — in downtown Seattle. Its extensive education and community engagement programs reach over 65,000 children and adults each year. The Seattle Symphony has a deep commitment to new music, commissioning many works by living composers each season. The orchestra has made nearly 150 recordings and has received two Grammy awards, 21 Grammy nominations, two Emmy Awards and numerous other accolades. In 2014 the Symphony launched its in-house recording label, Seattle Symphony Media.


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Prison squat resists eviction in solidarity with Cardiff prisoners
From Cardiff Squatters Network:
On Thursday 8th August, at approximately 10am, High Court bailiffs showed up to join United Welsh representatives, police and contractors booked to secure buildings, in an attempt to evict Rumpoles, Moira Terrace, Cardiff, CF24 0NE (aka: prison squat / 0ne squat). By 12pm, without even attempting to enter, they left the occupiers in possession of the building.
At 9:30am the first few supporters started arriving outside, while some squatters took to the peak of the roof. The outside had been barricaded with furniture, gas bottles, compressed air canisters and a piano, while the inside was well secured. A 'Fire 2 the prisons' banner had also been dropped from the windows the night before, during significant disturbances within Cardiff prison over the road.
Four police officers from Roath arrived warning the resisters that possessions used to barricade would be cleared away by the council, stating 'Your rubbish makes Roath look poor', even though the squat is in Adamsdown, but otherwise ignored the situation and promptly left. At this point neighbouring prisoners began shouting in support of the squatters and against the cops.
The rest of the day was spent receiving strong support from, passersby and locals, particularly in the neighbouring Adamscourt, also owned by United Welsh Housing Association. While supporters continued to play piano and eat the skipped bakery goods from the night before.
Prison squat has been lived in for 3 weeks, and has hosted an anti-fascist benefit gig, No Borders film screening, prisoner letter writing, as well as other events. United Welsh plan to demolish the building. This work is to start no sooner than February 2014, in order to build 49 1 to 2 bedroom flats for 'vulnerable people', whilst denying the Adamscourt residents access to communal greenland in the process. Attempts from squatters to negotiate with owners have repeatedly failed.
South Wales Echo article – http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/masked-squatters-barricade-themselves-inside-5680263
Solidarity with Revolutionary Struggle: Communique from the Bute Dock Squatters
From Bristol Indymedia:
We take this opportunity to clarify our position regarding the occupation of the Bute Dock Hotel, which saw two days of successfully resisting eviction in Cardiff, see report here.
Our choice to squat the Bute Dock Hotel, which inter-connects with the largest estate agents in Cardiff, Keylet, was no coincidence – it was carefully chosen. After receiving advice regarding the unique nature of the legal situation, we carefully schemed a plan. This involved confronting Keylet with news of our occupation on the morning of Tuesday 20th November, with delegates from our welcoming committee.
Our intention was to disrupt their business, due to the inconvenience and embarrassment of having their executive offices connected to a squatted social project. To discover they had been storing their 'personal belongings' in the hotel was to us, an added bonus. They had a wealth of chairs, storage units, marketing literature, as well as a Christmas tree and popcorn makers we promptly made use of. We had unintentionally taken their tat hostage, and it felt empowering. While people are routinely evicted from their homes and experience difficulty in retrieving their belongings, to have the chairman of the Association of Letting and Management Agents pleading with us to respect and return his belongings was all too ironic.
To give context to who we are dealing with, the executive director of Keylet, Peter Vidler, is a director in twelve different letting and investment companies, including; Cardiff Bay Investment Ltd, Cardiff Property Lettings Ltd and Luxury Lets Ltd. In 2004, he was successfully prosecuted for trying to bully an employee into having an abortion, financially considering her pregnancy as a worst nightmare. She suffered verbal abuse and was repeatedly blamed for computer problems, causing her to contemplate 'ending it all', while Mr Vidler attempted to justify his actions publicly.
As a collective fighting against austerity, we feel it should be obvious as to why we targeted an estate agents. They are infamous for keeping buildings empty for their own financial gain, while people are living on the streets, unable to access secure housing. With ever increasing homelessness and the recent criminalisation of squatting residential properties, these property racketeers deserve more than ever to be held accountable, along with the state and their hired thugs. Furthermore, what followed after delivering the news of our occupation is a perfect example of the violence utilized to uphold and reinforce the value of property over people. Hiring heavies and gangs to protect property is second nature to these scumbags.
To elaborate, we wish to re-iterate what the Gremlins expressed in their video communiqué last month:
"The State's 'solutions' to the problem of homelessness are degrading, dehumanising and nothing more than a quick fix. The process is riddled with long waiting lists, poor living standards and often only worsens people's well being. Countless buildings are left disused and unoccupied, whilst landlords and speculators profit at the expense of the people. The idea that it is a criminal offense to claim a roof over your head on a cold night is offensive and ridiculous."
Our initial aims were to reclaim this unoccupied space to re-open it for the use of the community, by opening a squatter's estate agents 'freelet', hosting regular café nights, films, talks, discussions, workshops, and much more. It's naturally disappointing papers have been served for a court date within a week, but also not unexpected. Instead we are using this opportunity to host a few events, express our solidarity with those we identify with and deserve our support, and to call for further resistance.
Strength and solidarity to anarchist prisoner Kostas Gournas, currently being tried for his participation in the armed group Revolutionary Struggle in Greece, and those accused in the same case. Our thoughts are also with Nikos Maziotis and Pola Roupa who remain at large – stay free comrades!
Solidarity and strength with all those fighting for their lives – from austerity riots in Europe, uprisings in the Middle East, insurrections in Latin America, to clashes everywhere in between.
To all the Bristol rebels plotting their next move, Brighton squatters fighting for homes, and London crew, whatever you're up to…let's go on the offensive already??
Bute Dock Squatters


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Whether or not you celebrate the Christmas holiday, there are a number of great activities and things to do on December 25 if you're visiting Kansas City. From the Plaza Lights display and similar holiday decorations adorning some of Kansas City's streets to winter traditions like ice skating, you're bound to find something to do, even on the holiday.
When you're planning your trip to Kansas City, Missouri, keep in mind that a number of restaurants, shops, entertainment centers, and government-run buildings and exhibits are closed in observance of the nationally-held holiday. You should make sure to check the establishments' websites for closures and holiday hours to avoid any unexpected interruptions to your Christmas Day adventures.
Explore the following list and its linked articles to discover a whole world of fun on Christmas in Kansas City.
See the Holiday Lights
AddressCountry Club Plaza, Kansas City, MO 64112, USA
From the famed Plaza Lights and holiday displays to a house that lights dance to Christmas music, you'll find it all in Kansas City, and all are free and fun to see on Christmas Day!
You definitely don't want to miss the Plaza Lights if you're in town for the holidays. With over 80 miles and 280,000 bulbs, this brilliant display lights up the entire Country Club Plaza shopping and dining district. Although some establishments are closed on the holiday, the lights themselves will be on at dusk, as usual.
Christmas in the Park at Longview Lake Park is also on full display on Christmas night, offering visitors a drive-through view of over 300,000 lights and 175 animated figures making for a winter wonderland experience.
Watch a Movie
Address1400 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105, USA
Phone+1 816-474-4545
With so many great movie theaters in town, you could have your own Christmas Day Film Fest. From the dollar show (ok $2, now) to AMC's Fork & Screen (full menu and bar!), seeing a movie is a great way to see Christmas Day!
We recommend visiting the former AMC Mainstreet, now Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, which offers a stylish bar and restaurant as well as dine-while-you-watch movies.
For another classic-feeling movie experience, you can also check out the Cinemark Palace at the Plaza (and check out some lights while you're in the area), which is situated in a movie theater building that was first built around the 1930s.
Go Ice Skating
Address2425 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108, USA
Phone+1 816-274-8411
In Kansas City, you can only ice skate outdoors a few months out of the year, but on Christmas Day you can head to Crown Center's Ice Terrace or Park Place's outdoor rink and it should be ready for you.
There are many indoor rinks as well if it's too cold out (be sure to call ahead to make sure they are open), including the Line Creek Community Center and Ice Arena, which has a limited schedule on Christmas Day.
You can also check out the Kansas City Ice Center, which offers a state-of-the-art facility for indoor ice skating, hockey, and other winter sports.
Hit the Slopes at Snow Creek
Address1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098-9067, USA
Phone+1 816-640-2200
Whether you are an experienced skier, giving it a try for the first time, or just have the urge to play around in the white stuff, Snow Creek in Weston, Missouri has something for everyone.
So if you love to ski, want to shred on your snowboard, or dare to fly down a ski slope in a huge rubber tube, you can do it all at Snow Creek, and with their snowmaking abilities, you can have a white Christmas!
You could also hit the slopes near Kansas City in one of its many public parks, but there's no guarantee that snow will happen this Christmas!
Go to a Casino
Address1 Riverboat Dr, North Kansas City, MO 64116, USA
Phone+1 816-472-7777
Even if you are not a gambler, the Kansas City Riverboat Casinos are also great dining, shopping, and entertainment destinations, and the casinos boast everything from great movie theaters and restaurants to concert venues, hotels, and spas.
This option isn't kid-friendly, but the casinos are almost all open on Christmas Day, serving up food and drinks to those not celebrating the holiday the traditional way.
Some of our favorites casinos in the area are Harrah's Casino with Moby's (an excellent place for seafood), Ameristar Casino's with Pearl's Oyster Bar and Arthur Bryant's, Crazy Olives, and Argosy with its amazing spa.


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#Recipe Super Simple Banana Pudding Pie
People think that because it tastes delicious, it has to be difficult. This is just not true. One of my boyfriends favorite desserts, takes about 5 minutes to throw together. While it is nothing fancy and impressive, it is still a great quick treat for after dinner, that everyone loves! Pudding Pie is one of my favorites as well. I am partial to chocolate but don't tell the kids that.
2 or 3 bananas
Cool Whip
(1) Graham Cracker Crust
(1) large box of Banana Pudding
Place a layer of sliced bananas in the bottom of your graham cracker crust.
Prepare Banana pudding as directed on the box
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Eisner Award-winning artist Gabriel Bá has joined TFAW and the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund to support the First Amendment rights of the comics community. He's created an incredible Umbrella Academy piece to donate to the CBLDF's auction at San Diego Comic-Con this July — and you can see it here for the first time exclusively on the TFAW blog!
Check out his amazing piece, featuring Spaceboy from Bá's Eisner Award-winning series with Gerard Way:
As a thank-you for his donation, TFAW is creating high-end 11″ x 17″ art prints on a silk-finish, heavy cover stock: a limited print run of just 300! If you're interested in getting one of these prints, please contact the artist directly.
Since 2009, Things From Another World has been a proud supporter of the CBLDF's SDCC auction, helping to raise more than $100,000 to help defend free speech for comic book fans, creators, retailers, and more.
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The LHCb Collaboration is planning an Upgrade II, a flavour physics experiment for the high luminosity era. This will be installed in LS4 (2030) and targets an instantaneous luminosity of 1.5 x10^34 cm-2 s-1, and an integrated luminosity of at least 300fb-1. Modest consolidation of the current experiment will also be introduced in LS3 (2025). Physics goals include probing new physics scenarios in lepton flavour universality, obtaining unprecedented precision on CKM tests, and expanding the LHCb programme into new measurement areas such as Higgs decays to charm. The detector design options include the introduction of timing information, with opportunities in vertexing and tracking, electromagnetic calorimetery, and hadron particle identification. Preliminary studies for the LHC suggest that the luminosity goals will be achievable. Following the issue of a physics case and accelerator note in 2018, the collaboration has been approved by the LHCC to proceed to the preparation of a TDR.
Semileptonic b-hadron decays proceed via charged-current interactions and provide powerful probes for testing the Standard Model of particle physics and for for searching for New Physics effects. The large branching fractions, coupled with excellent particle identification capability and accurate reconstruction of decay vertices, enable the LHCb experiment to perform high-precision measurements of many key quantities, such as CKM matrix elements, b-hadron properties, and Lepton Universality. In this contribution, recent results, essential for testing Lepton Universality and understanding hadronic effects, are presented.
The LHCb particle identification (PID) system is composed of two ring-imaging Cherenkov detectors, a series of muon chambers and a calorimeter system. A novel strategy has been introduced in Run 2, where the selection of PID calibration samples for charged particles and neutrals is implemented in the LHCb software trigger. A further processing of the data is required in order to provide samples for the determination of PID performance, which is achieved through a centralised production that makes highly efficient use of computing resources. This talk covers the major steps of the implementation, and highlights the PID performance achieved in Run 2.
The accuracy of the LHCb Vertex Locator (VELO) has ensured excellent detector performance, with a track reconstruction efficiency above 98%, and a vertex resolution along the beam axis of about 70 microns. The real-time alignment and calibration procedure developed by the LHCb experiment for Run 2 (2015-2018) for the full detector, including the VELO, provided extremely stable conditions during the full data taking period. In 2010, a significant shrinkage of the VELO modules was observed at the operating temperature of -30 degrees with respect to survey measurements made at ambient temperature. This has been confirmed by laboratory measurements on a single module. In a recent study, using a dedicated LHCb data sample taken over a range of VELO temperatures, the variation of the detector position as a function of temperature has been evaluated. An overview of the VELO alignment procedure and its performance during Run 2 will be presented, with an emphasis on the study of the temperature dependence.
The CKM angle γ is the least precise measured parameter of the Unitary Triangle. Discrepancies between precise measurements of the CKM angle γ in the tree-level and loop dominated processes might provide evidence of New Physics - beyond the Standard Model. The value can be well determined by exploiting the interference between favored 𝐵 → 𝐷𝐾 decay). Selected results of the Cabibbo-Kobayashi-Maskawa (CKM) angle γ measurements, with special attention for 𝐵 → 𝐷𝐾 decays family, obtained at the LCHb will be discussed. A quick overview of the upgrade of the LHCb spectrometer and prospect for future measurements during Run III and Run IV at LHC will be also presented.
The existence of CP violation in the decays of strange and beauty mesons is very well established experimentally. On the contrary, CP violation in the decays of charmed particles has never been observed before (2018). During the LHC Run I and Run II the LHCb collaboration has collected a huge sample of charmed hadrons. This sample enables some of the most sensitive searches for CP violation ever performed. In this presentation, the results of the latest search for time-integrated CP violation in D0→K−K+ and D0→π−π+ decays, performed using the full data set collected by LHCb corresponding to an integrated luminosity of 9fb−1, will be discussed. The flavour of the decaying charm meson is determined by looking at the charge of the pion from the strong decay D∗(2010)+→D0π+ for promptly produced D0, or at the charge of the muon in semileptonic B0¯,B−→D0μ−ν¯μX decays for secondary production of D0. Also a brief prospects for further analyses (especially including Ξc barion decay) will be presented.
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A measurement of the time-dependent $CP$ asymmetries in the decay of $D^{0}$ mesons into $K^{+}K^{-}$ and $\pi^{+}\pi^{-}$ final states, using the data collected by LHCb during 2015—2016, is presented. Its average with the LHCb Run 1 results is the most precise measurement of the $CP$ violation parameter $A_\Gamma$ to date. No evidence of $CP$ violation is found.
Time-dependent CP-violation measurements of beauty mesons allow the determination of the mixing-induced CP-violating phases phi_s and beta. The measurement of the phase phi_s in the Bs-Bsbar system is one of the key goals of the LHCb experiment due to the sensitivity to physics beyond the Standard Model (BSM). The CP-violating phase is of interest in penguin dominated b->s transitions, in addition to that of tree-level decays, which test the flavour changing neutral current interaction describing B mixing. Both are sensitive to BSM phases and provide valuable tests and constraints. We present new results of time-dependent CP violation using data collected at LHCb between 2011 and 2016.


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Pulling off a look that highlights hair, jewelry, and clothing can be tricky. There are so many things you need to coordinate, including your jewelry selections and hairstyle choices. Here is the best ways to match your Jewelry with your Hairstyle. Blending these two can feel like a nightmare, yet they are so important when trying to complete a look. If you're finding it difficult to decide on the best hairstyle and jewelry combo, here are the best ways to help you pull off the perfect look.
Balancing Hair Color with Jewelry Hues
Not everyone realizes it, but hair color is a large component of your overall appearance. When you consider your hair color, it is apparent that you should focus on the clothes and jewelry that work well with it.
While many sources can help you coordinate jewelry pieces to match skin tone, complementing hair color with pieces is a bit trickier. After looking at your hair in one of four colors—blond, red, black, and brunette—you can then decide on jewelry colors. Take a look at this breakdown to discover which stones look best with your hair:
Blondes don't just have more fun; they have an easier time with selecting jewelry. Their fair colored hair isn't very imposing, making it much more versatile for a variety of earrings and necklaces. Blue and green hued stones, like topaz, sapphire, and emerald, are the most breathtaking, or you could add something with a splash of orange, like carnelian, for an even bolder look.
Neutral pieces that focus on earth tones are ideal for redheads to create a look that will pop, especially pieces that shy away gray undertones. Meanwhile deep shades of red (think ruby and garnet) and purple (imagine amethyst) are the best for brunettes because they highlight the natural undertones in brown hair. Women with black hair are the most fortunate, as just about anything with a bold and bright finish will stand out.
Jewelry that Stands Out Against Hair Texture
If you want the jewelry you wear to really stand out, it is important to go with a choice that is opposite to your hair's texture. If you have curly hair, stick to earrings and necklaces that are long, straight, and simple. After all, your hair is eye-catching enough that it will make fancy pieces of jewelry disappear.
For straight hair styles, offset the sleek lines with something swirling and elegant. Fancy dangles and chandeliers for earrings and big, bold necklaces will really give you a radiant look.
Let Your Jewelry Shine
Once you've found a color and style that suits your hair, you need to find an actual hairstyle. Since most jewelry rests along your neck or adorns your ears, updos are the best way to show off your pieces. With your hair down, your earrings will get lost among hair strands and your necklaces will be hidden. Consider choosing a sleek ponytail or a messy bun next time you want to let your jewelry shine.
Putting it All Together
When pulling together pieces from different jewelry-manufacturers, it's important to keep in mind how everything will blend together. Style guidelines for hair texture and color can be applied to earrings equally along with necklaces and other pieces, but you don't want the jewelry designs to cancel each other out. Try and find matching styles, metals, and colors to create an elegant signature look that stands out while blending with your whole outfit.
Author Bio:
Albert Krav is a fashion stylist and a freelance lifestyle writer from Los Angeles. With over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry, he has created many unique looks for men and women, and has contributed to stylizing models in fashion shows. When he is not busy working with fashion, he enjoys creating jewelry designs and running an online boutique shop.


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The theme of this week has been refreshment as our team has been decompressing and enjoying some hard work on Haitian time. Amidst the important work that we do here, it's important for us to remeber to rest and recharge to hit the ground running faster and harder a few days later.
It all started Saturday as we took the Stockelands to the airport. Mark has meetings and a full calendar for a month in the states, along with officiating the wedding of our very own Katie Steinour. We are all glad to see Kingdom work being done in the States, but it's still hard for us to see them go, even if it's only for a few weeks.
After a touching send off the rest of our team returned to the mission compound, where they received the news that Mark had mandated a few days of vacation. Everyone was touched and excited to begin some much needed down time. You don't have to know our team well to know that they don't just sit around for their down time, and this vacation was no different. None the less, everyone is feeling rejuvenated and in tip-top shape.
HBM staff enjoyed church in many locations this Sunday as our Assistant Director Casey and his wife Whitney went out to our country church in Tè Wouj. The church members welcomed them with open arms and after a very, very Holy Spirit filled worship service, everyone was still feeling well. Well enough for a dance party to break out as everyone enjoyed a very unique fellowship of believers!
Part of our vacation entailed going back to the airport earlier than usual. On Tuesday our Director of Haitian Ministries, Eldet went to Port-au-Prince for some very important meetings concerning the visa he's working so hard to acquire. We plan for him to be in the States soon to spend time with our American family and to share what the Lord is doing from a Haitian perspective. We're so glad he was able to spend some time away from his daily grind in Port and get some very important tasks checked off of his list.
Yesterday work recommenced and we hit the ground running as planned. Amongst other projects, we had a chance to sort five boxes of shoes, have a few meetings with key relationships in the city of Jeremie, and we sent a couple of employees out to put some finishing touches on the roof we built last week. We've already impacted the bottom-line of ministry since we've been back in full force and we're looking forward to more of that today and next week.


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Natives should blame their leaders
Published on: Monday, February 11, 2019
Tan Sri Harris Salleh (pic) said Sabah's natives should face the bitter reality that it is their own political leaders, both past and present, who are to blame for their present predicament as they had been made use of by them all along.
He also waded into the current controversy regarding the Bugis and Jawa communities, by offering his view that going by the colonial interpretation on the definition of native, they have a basis to claim that they are also natives of Sabah.
"It is time for the natives to realise that they cannot depend on privileges to improve their economic life and that their political leaders failed to protect their economic interests but at the same time, keep telling them they are privileged persons.
"These same native political leaders have deserted them and used them (natives) for their self-enrichment," he said. "Which explains why in Sabah today 99 per cent of the rich natives are either politicians or politically-linked."
"They have become rich at the expense of the poor natives," he said in a statement.
The former Chief Minister led the Berjaya Government from 1976 till 1985, billed as the most progressive period in the State's development, and which saw a record number of Kadazan Dusun Murut and other indigenous people holding top positions both in the State Government and in Government-Linked Companies.
He said instead of kicking up a fuss over the proposal to grant native status to the Bugis and Jawa communities, Sabah's natives should ask themselves and their political leaders how come the migrant communities can do much better than them.
He said the migrant communities have demonstrated that they do not need any special privileges to earn a better living in Sabah.
However, he said, the natives would remain poor if they do not accept the fact that they have been conditioned to be such by their own leaders, both past and present.
"They (natives) should ask how those who migrated to Sabah and their descendants are better off than them (natives) now.
"They came here empty handed yet they managed to prosper with absolutely no privileges," he said.
They (natives) can be better off only by becoming more independent, willing to work harder and save their income so that they can afford to accumulate assets and build a solid capital for themselves and their future generations.
There has been a severe backlash to a proposal by Sabah Law and Native Affairs Minister Datuk Aidi Moktar that the Warisan State Government would review the law in order to consider whether or not the Bugis and Jawa communities in the state could be classified as natives.
Native political leaders were against it, since both communities originated from Indonesia and, therefore, have no legal basis to claim native status.
Harris said the reason they were against the proposal was to cover up their weak and selfish political leadership as well as to divert the natives' attention from their poverty.
"These native political leaders must understand that the aim of British colonial masters to give native status to the local people was to differentiate them from immigrants. More importantly, the British administrators thought that the natives needed protection. In other words, they were weaker than the immigrants.
"It was also the British way to divide and rule. They said the natives were special. The native political leaders have done nothing to change the British way and have, thus, kept the majority of the natives poor.
"Unless the native political leaders have the political courage and vision to change their mindset, they will remain poor. It is a grave disadvantage to be burdened with the native status. This is the reality.
"Most of them have been indoctrinated with the belief that being Sabah natives, they enjoy certain sacred privileges. Do they know exactly what their privileges are? The obvious one is NT land titles.
"Apart from NT ownership, what privileges can the natives expect? Maybe a job in the State civil service. Can the native political leaders give any other major privileges?
"If these are the only so-called privileges, why are they so heated up? The answer is to whip up emotions to maintain their political support, "claimed Harris.
According to him, the natives used to own more land than any other races in Sabah in the form of NTs.
"Through successive generations of subdivision, these NTs have become too small for traditional form of agriculture.
"Many have sold out to non-natives. NTs in or near KK and other towns have been converted and sold to non-natives for development. The natives get only a fraction of financial benefits from these developments. Even the financial institutions do not want to accept NTs as collateral or security for loans.
"(Prime Minister) Tun Dr Mahathir Mohammad had a pragmatic view of Bumiputra privileges for Malays which is applicable to natives in Sabah.
"He had said in 2013 that the Malay Muslims know 'doa' (prayers) by heart, asking God for assistance and mercy in the expectation that food and other essentials will come into their house. The native political leaders are doing exactly the same thing he did."
Harris said that native political leaders may also claim that they are entitled to preference when it comes to government contracts.
"But just who are getting these contracts? It is not ordinary natives. Only the few with strong political connections get these contracts which are in turn sub-contracted out to non-natives for quick money," he said.
He said a case in point are the huge Petronas contracts to Sabah, which for decades reportedly went to only one group that was linked to a certain Sabahan politician.
He said the native political leaders want to maintain the delusive myth of native privileges so that they can continue to exploit them like the feudal lords in middle-age England.
"Keep the natives poor, make them dependent of them so that they can dish ou
t some goodies before each election. Then forget about them until the next election.
"This is just like giving them opium to blind them about their poverty, their lack of government facilities, their lack of economic advancement and their poor standard of living," said Harris.
He challenged that if his claims are a lie, the political leaders must answer as to why the natives in the rural and coastal areas are still the poorest in Sabah in spite of the so-called privileges accorded to them.
A good example, he said, is Tambunan and Keningau where, after 50 years of independence, one sees so little of economic development.
"How many of the natives there are in the middle class? The reason is very clear. The natives there have been doped by emotional rhetoric and drunk with expectation that everything will be okay because of their native privileges.
"If the privileges for the natives are true and genuine, most of them would be in the middle class by now. They have land, civil service jobs, political power and many so-called privileges. By now they should be controlling the economy of Sabah.
"They should be owners of most businesses. Sadly, this is not the case. The reality is that the natives are still stuck in the kampongs (villages). Most of them are still without power and water. Many have no roads. This is because the native political leaders have imprisoned the natives in the delusion of false privileges.
"Only a few natives who have 'special political connections' have become rich or in the middle class. They have got rich not because of native privileges but because of political connections to get contracts, alienation of vast tracks of land, both of which, they sell to non-natives and non-Sabahans for quick money," he said.
According to Harris, the whole argument about who the real natives in Sabah was also pointless for many of them also originated from other places, just like the Bugis and Jawa people.
"Who are the natives of Sabah? Based on historical records, perhaps only Muruts who came from Kalimantan Borneo are the true natives of Sabah. The rest are immigrants. The Kadazan/Dusun reportedly came from Indo China and Taiwan, the Bruneis from Brunei and the Bugis and Bajaus are from the Malay Archipelago.
"Records have it that the whole area of Malay Archipelago was once ruled by Majapahit. In recent history, Sabah was ruled by the Sultans of Brunei and Suluk. Based on Historical records there is no real native in Sabah unlike in Malaya which has orang 'Sakai' or orang 'Asli'.
"Therefore based on the Federal Constitution and the law of Sabah, the Bugis and Javanese are natives of Sabah. Those who question these legal standings are just being emotional and ignorant of fact and history," he said.
He added that from the legal point of view, the native status definition is found in the Interpretation (Definition of Natives) Ordinance which was established by the Colonial Government over a hundred years ago.
"It reads as follows (Extract from the Interpretation (Definition of Native) Ordinance 1952, as amended by the Interpretation (Definition of Native) (Amendment) Ordinance, 1958– (d) any person who ordinary resident in the Colony, is a member of the indigenous to Indonesia, indigenous of islands in the Philippines Archipelago of the Federation of Malaya or the Colony of Singapore, has lived and been a member of a native community for continuous period of five years immediately preceding the date of his claim to be a native has borne a good character throughout that period and whose stay in the Colony is not limited under any of the provisions of the Immigration Ordinance.
"Therefore, based on this Interpretation (Definition of Natives) Ordinance, the Bugis and Jawa are natives of Sabah," Harris claimed.
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