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Welcome To Flat Pack Professionals
Flat Pack Professionals is a family run flat pack assembly service based in London. Over the years we have assembled tens of thousands of flat packs ranging from simple wardrobes to complex multi-level climbing frames whilst maintaining an outstanding service with a reputation that cannot be beaten!
We have grown our brand into a name that can be relied on and trusted by everyone, even big brands such as John Lewis, The Range & NEXT.
Our quotes are based on £30 per hour, per fitter. All jobs are quoted on years of experience with timing jobs to perfection, all your quoted is all you will pay. The only time the quote will be amended is if the furniture has changed when we arrive, or the quantity is different from what we had originally quoted. Unlike the majority of companies, if we do the job quicker than we anticipated we lower your quote, so you pay for the correct time.
Customer Service
Flat Pack Professionals is a family run company with years of experience in the industry. From start to finish you will be dealing directly with the fitters only! This means there is no middleman involved which is a massive benefit when it comes to communication. We are on hand to deal with quotes & enquiries seven days a week, so you never have to wait ridiculous hours for a response.
What We Assemble
Although the most popular items we assemble come from IKEA, we assemble literally anything from any brand! No matter the brand, size or quantity. We carry out work in your home, office & garden so it is safe to say we have you covered for all your flat pack needs. We also do fitting commercially too, we have carried out work for big brands such as John Lewis, The Range & NEXT including several installations in shopping centres, offices, shows and many more places.
Our reputation is what every customer wants to see, we have hundreds of five-star reviews on several platforms, Trustpilot being the main one which showcase our professional service in detail. We are used on a regular basis by loyal customers and companies who simply cannot get enough of the service we provide. We are respected highly by other flat pack assembly companies and used by them too.
What We Do
We live by our name Flat Pack Professionals by finishing every job to perfection, we never leave a job half done and we always make sure you are 100% satisfied before we leave. Remember, your home is our workspace, so we make sure we leave it exactly how we found it and clean up all of the left-over packaging and dispose of it where it is convenient for you. We are professionals at assembling anything flat pack, no matter the brand, size or quantity. You can rest assured knowing you're in safe hands with Flat Pack Professionals.
IKEA Specialists
Although we assemble flat packs from every brand, IKEA is no doubt the most common brand of furniture that we come across. PAX systems being the most popular. Your IKEA furniture is in safe hands with Flat Pack Professionals.
Outdoor & Commercial Assembly
We don't just carry out work in your home. We also assemble all garden/outdoor flat packs too, sheds, BBQs, trampolines, climbing frames… the list goes on. We also carry out assemblies in offices, shopping centres and even high street shops. We are your answer to flat pack assembly!
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We understand that you simply don't have the time to waste assembling furniture. That's why we are here! We can work around you so no need to take days off of work or cancel plans, we can book you in with a time that suits you!
Areas We Cover
To cut a long story short, we cover everywhere! The number one factor that determines when & if we can cover your area is the scale of the job. If you have a lot of flat packs that need assembling, then we will more than likely be able to cover your area. However, for jobs on the smaller scale will only be covered if you're located in the green circle. If you're unsure then please contact us and we will be able to let you know.
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Two layered V-B-O contained polyoxometalate (POM) net structures, denoted as SUT-12 and SUT-13, are reported here. SUT-12 was synthesized by the boric acid flux method, and it represents the first 2D structure constructed from the V6B20 vanadoborate cluster. SUT-13 was synthesized through the hydrothermal method and constructed from V12B6P12 vanadium borophosphate clusters. In both structures, the vanadoborate or vanadium borophosphate clusters were linked through in-situ formed Zn(DETA)2 or Cu(DETA)2 complexes. Surprisingly, for all DETA molecules in the two metal complexes, there is one dangling amine group when it coordinated to the metal. The phenomena of the dangling amine group feature is abnormal and the Cu(DETA)2 complexes in SUT-13 was taken as an example and studied by density function theory (DFT) calculation in order to understand this unusual feature.
Novel open-framework germanates and vanadoborates, which are constructed from typical types of clusters, have been synthesized based on different strategies. The crystal structures are solved by using single crystal X-ray diffraction (SXRD) technique or by combined techniques. Additionally, the structures of two open-framework materials, PKU-3 and PKU-16, are determined from nano-sized crystals by rotation electron diffraction (RED) combined with powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD).
This thesis serves as an introduction to synthesis of open-framework germanates and vanadoborates based on different design strategies. Two germanates are obtained; SU-74 is achieved by employing a novel structure directing agent (SDA), SUT-8 is achieved by assembling the novel structure building units (SBUs) of Co@Ge14 with the introduction of cobalt ions in the synthesis. Four strategies are successfully used in construction of open-framework vanadoborates: using metal-oxo polyhedra as the linkages in SUT-6; applying the scale chemistry approach in SUT-7; employing metal-organic complexes as the linkages in SUT-12, SUT-13, SUT-14; and introducing covalent bond organic linkages into SUT-10 and SUT-11. Single crystal X-ray diffraction is used to conduct the structure determination in combination with other techniques.
Furthermore, the structures of two open-framework materials, an aluminoborate PKU-3 and a germanosilicate PKU-16, are solved from nano-sized crystals using RED data. The structures are further confirmed by Rietveld refinement against PXRD data. The advantages of the RED techniques are demonstrated in two aspects. In PKU-3, the presence of seriously preferred orientation and light elements in the structure makes it difficult for structure determination by PXRD, but it is easier by RED. In PKU-16, the RED technique is used to determine its structure from the as-synthesized multi-phasic sample containing nano-sized crystals. After the structure of PKU-16 has been solved, the synthesis of this interesting phase can be optimized and pure PKU-16 can be obtained.
Keywords: Open-framework, germanates, vanadoborates, aluminoborates, germanosilicates, crystal structure, hydrothermal synthesis, single crystal X-ray diffraction, rotation electron diffraction, powder X-ray diffraction

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Chequered Skipper Survey at Loch Etive 31 May 2009
There are some good butterfly sites to be visited on the north side of Loch Etive by walking along the shore path from the end of the road at Bonawe (NN0133). You can see the UK BAP species, Pearl-bordered Fritillary & Chequered Skipper in May/June time together with Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary, Green Hairstreak & Small Heath. Grayling can be found at the end of the road at Bonawe in July. And the views across Loch Etive are fantastic.
Branch members, Scott Shanks & Louise Collins visited this area on 31 May to look for Chequered Skipper during the Chequered Skipper weekend 30 & 31 May 2009. A total of 42 Chequered Skipper were seen at a number of sites along the north shore of Loch Etive which are shown on the map below.
Each Chequered Skipper in map above is shown with a blue circle labelled with a waymark number. Below are descriptions of habitat at each of the waymarks.
Waymark 156-158 (Lag Choan, Loch Etive):small molinia glade with bog myrtle near path surrounded by scrub trees with bracken hillside behind. Tormentil, heath spotted orchid. Patchy bracken at back. Territorial male
Waymark 159. As 156-158, but more regeneration of alder scrub.
Waymark 164. Large glade by loch/Lochside slope. dense bracken, Lots of birch regeneration.May be lost soon! Tormentil, bluebell
Waymark 165. Shallow lochside glade (large). High Bracken, birch& hazel regeneration.3chequered skippers on the path (after salts?) Tormentil, buttercups
Waymark 166. 2 CS on path. Above path is large bracken slope behind trees that line path. Bluebells, Tormentil, buttercups.
Waymark 167. CS on path. Lots of scrub around path, but flowers at side- Tormentil.
Waymark 169. Good mollina glade, but little bit of birch regen. tormentil.
Waymark 171. CS on path. Bog myrtle glade with birch regeneration. Not much bracken. tormentil
Waymark 174- Small glade. lots of regeneration! Tormentil, high bracken.
Waymark 175. Wide bracken slope with bog myrtle. Pretty open, but a few small birch.
Waymark 176. Small high bracken glade next to path. Birch regen and myrtle.Tomenti, bluebells
Waymark 177. Repeat of above, but has bugle
Waymark 178. good glade. Some regeneration of birch, soem bog myrtle. Not much bracken
Waymark 179. Large open bracken/bog myrtle slope next to loch.
Waymark 181. Large open hillside by loch. Some bracken and birch regeneration. Buttercups, bluebells, tormentil. Grazed by cattle.
The following are examples of Chequered Skipper habitat found beside the shore path at Loch Etive:
The following are some photos of Chequered Skipper taken during May 2009.
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Last Tuesday in the House Financial Institutions, Housing and Urban Development Committee, the Ohio Chamber's Small Business Council (OSBC) testified in support of House Bill 593, legislation that would permit intrastate equity crowdfunding in Ohio. The bill permits Ohioans to invest online in start-ups or other small businesses which operate within the state.
Crowdfunding gives Ohio businesses an additional option from which to access a new stream of capital financing. Oftentimes, start-ups and small businesses are not able to qualify for traditional bank loans or government grants. And, although many existing small businesses may not have utilized crowdfunding during their infancy, it is important that business owners not downplay the potential that a new form of capital can hold. Currently, 32 states already permit intrastate crowdfunding, with a handful of others also considering similar legislation.
Equity crowdfunding is already regulated at both the state and federal level. However, HB 593 would trigger an exemption from federal SEC registration requirements. Under the bill, the securities likewise would not have to be registered with the state, however, the Division of Securities within the Ohio Department of Commerce would retain regulatory authority. Startups and existing small businesses that wish to offer and issue crowdfunding equities must first pay a $300 filing fee to become an "OhioInvests" issuer. Subsequently, the sale of the securities would be coordinated through online OhioInvests portals.
An OhioInvests offering must meet all of the following conditions:
•The offer must expire within 12 months;
•It must not raise more than $5 million within 12 months, for any of the OhioInvests offerings;
•At least 80 percent of the offering's net proceeds must be used in connection with its Ohio business operations; and
•All investment dollars collected must be held in escrow until the aggregate capital from all investors is equal to or greater than the stated minimum offering amount.
Although HB 593 is not likely to pass by the time lawmakers wrap up their business for the year, it is legislation that is expected to be given more serious consideration next year.


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Four Mercyhurst PA students earn major VA scholarships
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs received more than 700 applications for the 19 Health Professional Scholarships that it awarded this year. Four of those sought-after awards went to Mercyhurst University students in the Physician Assistant Studies graduate program.
The scholarship totals approximately $40,000 and covers full tuition, fees and stipends for academic year 2018-2019, the year of the students' clinical rotations. In accepting the award, each student agrees to complete at least one of their clinical rotations at a VA hospital and then to become employed by a VA hospital for a minimum of two years after graduation.
The students, pictured above right, are Bethany Kelley of Harborcreek; Sarah Schroeder of Hudson, Ohio; Amanda Wolterink of Jenison, Michigan; and Kristen Hamilton of Clarence, New York.
"I'm looking forward to graduating from Mercyhurst's Physician Assistant Studies program in 2019 and working for the VA afterwards," said Kelley, a 2005 graduate of Harborcreek High School. "My husband is currently serving in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, and seeing the sacrifices he's made, I'm honored to be given this opportunity through the VA to give back to veterans."
"What I love most about this kind of work is interacting with many different patients and working as a healthcare team to provide the best care for them," she added. "Knowing I've played a part in helping with a patient's recovery means a lot to me."
In addition, the PA program also boasts three students who earned 2018 PA Foundation scholarships from the Veterans Caucus. Each received $2,000. The students include Sarah Colgan, who received the Donna Jones Moritsugu Memorial/Veterans Caucus Scholarship; Sarah Schroeder, recipient of the Vikki Lianne Moritsugu Memorial/Veterans Caucus Scholarship; and Bethany Kelley, honored with the Grogan Memorial/Veterans Caucus Scholarship.
"Faculty members in the Department of Physician Assistant Studies are very proud our students have earned these prestigious awards and honored that they will be able to provide medical care to the veterans who have served our country," said department chair Holly Jodon.


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Hello Mi Fans,
I'm sure everyone in MI Community are super excited over the new MIUI 10 soon-to-be-released version which have seen some major UI over-haul, eye-pleasing and nifty features that are sure to please hardcore MI Fans all over the world! Some of the UI interfaces are IOS-Inspired which personally i do like it due to ease of usage but it is up to individual perspective.
MIUI 10 China Developer ROM released the first batch devices which are Mi 8, Mi MIX 2S, Mi MIX 2, Mi MIX, Mi 6X, Mi 6, Mi 5, Mi Note 2, Redmi Note 5.
In this thread, i'm going to hightlight the features in China Developer ROM based on MIUI 10 which i have summarised based on hardcore Mi Fans' sharing experiences. Alas i do not have the chance to use MIUI 10 yet. Without further delay, let's get into the gist:
MIUI 10 recent tray
A revamped recent tray that allow user to see recent running tasks in one glance, removing the partial-hidden tasks on the left and right card.
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Notification bar
A re-designed futuristic layout (IOS-inspired) that allow for ease of screen brightness adjustment using your thumb, even users with big fat fingers will find it easy to use.
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Quick Reply
The app launch animation in MIUI 10 still remains the same as MIUI 9, speed is still as fast. Quick reply feature has been re-implemented in MIUI 10, it was removed in MIUI 9 China Beta.
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MIUI Lab new features
Car mode allows you to interact with MI AI to help user to answer calls, play music, read WeChat messages and route navigation via your voice. Still in Beta testing hence we are excited to see how it work out when it goes live.
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Super Resolution feature
Super Resolution a new feature that enhance the image via AI algorithm sent via WeChat or Toutiao app to be more crisp and sharper, resulting in image clarity.
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Volume Bar UI revamped
The volume bar is displayed on the right and user press dots which will reveal extra settings for silent mode and DND.
You can adjust the countdown bar for time selection.
Time duration selection are from 30 minutes, 1 hours, 2 hours, 8 hours or unlimited. The difference between Silent mode and DND mode is silent mode prevent ringtones sound from incoming calls and notifications, whereas DND mode deactivate the sounds and vibration for all aspects except the alarm clock. Let's say if we select time duration for 30 minutes, a countdown timer will appear and shows the time taken how long it will be deactivated. After the time ends, it will return to the normal state.
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Battery icon & Carrier name
Battery charging icon has been revamped from normal battery icon in MIUI 9 to a lightning sign in the middle of Battery icon in MIUI 10. App icons in Notification bar also changed as well. In MIUI 10,Carrier name no longer display in Home screen, it is only can be seen in lock-screen.
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There is a dedicated app for MI AI in MIUI 10. The settings are written in Mandarin though, some of you guys may not understand. The first option is enable us to set certain command for MI AI . Meanwhile, the second option is about allowing permission for MI AI to control MI Home Gadgets. Whilst, The third option is about the permission of using MI AI to call someone else or control MI Home Gadgets via wifi without the need to unlock the phone.
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AI Portraits mode
Certain Mi Devices are implemented with AI Portrait for selfie shot in MIUI 10. This is quite common in major brand smartphone, nice to see Xiaomi adopt this trendy feature in older devices as well.
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Unlock Pattern and background call colour
The unlock pattern are now enlarged for fat-fingers users, background colour for calling changed from green to white and also the setting app background colour changed as well
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Minor updates (Calculator/Clock/Weather)
Calculator UI has been changed, you can simply switch to another mode by swiping the screen left which is much faster than MIUI 9 which required you to select the function.
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Clock interface has been updated too with dark theme background, it looks cool right?
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Weather app interface has changed as well. Looks more tidy and beautiful compare to MIUI 9.
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I have summarised the new features and UI changes above based on what hardcore MI Fans have shared. Do let me know your comments on the new features of the upcoming MIUI 10!!
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(Optional) Configuring a Port Priority in an MSTI
During spanning tree calculation, port priorities in MSTIs determine which ports are selected as designated ports.
To block a port in an MSTI to eliminate loops, set the port priority value to larger than the default value. This port will be blocked during designated port selection.
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Everything You Need to Know About Buying Your First MIDI Controller
The following was written by Jarrett Moses. Jarrett is a 2018 graduate from the University of Valley Forge. He majored in Music Production: Studio Engineer. He's spent 3 years editing and recording music as well as interviews and video audio; including working in live environments at the University of Valley Forge and 2 years for Epic Church in Philadelphia. He also has the Operator Certification in Pro Tools and level 2 Dante software certification. In February 2018, He filmed and edited a short film which won 1st place in a short film festival.
Every musician at some point has messed around with a piano hoping they'd be the next Mozart level prodigy. But
What Is a MIDI?
Now to understand what to do with MIDI, you need to know what it actually stands for. MIDI stands for Musical Instrument Digital Interface. This means it is used to control sounds that are computer generated. MIDI transmits electronic signals from the controller to the computer it is connected to. That connection can be made either with a
There is no real perk to using one over the other; they both send the signal clearly with no interruptions unless the cable itself has a break in it.
MIDI controllers will work similar to pianos in that the harder you hit the key or button, the louder it will cue the sample to be. To help fight against hitting the keys too hard or them feeling different than a normal piano, you can get controllers with weighted keys that play the same as a keyboard or piano.
USB used for MIDI controllers
5 pin MIDI cable
Choosing the Right MIDI Controller
If you already have a keyboard, check and see if it is compatible as a MIDI controller so that you don't waste your money. When choosing a MIDI keyboard you have different options you want to consider, such as key count, weighted keys, size, programmable pads, and what
Now that you know what options you can be looking for in your MIDI controller, you can start shopping for different controllers to get for yourself. If you are just starting out wanting to learn
The Keystation 88 II has
This keyboard is a great option since it comes fully equipped to do more than simply work with piano and keys. It has programmable pads and knobs that can be set to change settings within the software you are working with. If you are worried about it not having the octave you want to play in, you don't need to worry, since it has octave controls so you can modulate it up or down. This is a great choice for people working in a small home studio as well since it gives them a very diverse tool to work with. But not everyone has a home base to work from to create their content or even to just practice. For people who travel and are looking for something small they can do little arrangements on, the Akai Mini MKII is a great choice.
This small controller is great for creating beats, loops, or even normal pads. The keys are smaller than normal to help with the compact size but still large enough to hit the notes individually. Beyond this, there are other inventive types of midi controllers that allow for more musical skill to be used. For the advanced players and composers who are looking to invest quite a bit into their equipment, the ROLI Seaboard RISE 49 provides
The RISE allows the player to add expression and vibratos to their playing. It really is hard to explain what sets this controller apart from the rest so please watch this video to get a better understanding of how truly amazing this piece of equipment really is.
Other Types of MIDI
Now we focussed on MIDI for keyboards and such which is the most common way MIDI is used. But there are
Another way MIDI can be used is through the programmable pads that we mentioned a bit earlier. These are used a lot for sampling for beats and DJ's. Now working with the keyboard and pad in combination is great because then you can do so much with just one instrument. An example of such comes from the Youtube artist Peter Petrowski. In his
If you have experience with saxophone, clarinet, or other similar instruments but want to be included in the electronic music too, check out the Akai Professional EWI.
This electronic wind instrument has the ability to roll through octaves and even has a pitch bend feature built in on the back. Overall, really cool way to change up your beats and songs and add a unique flair.
The Future of MIDI
MIDI does not seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. There are going to be new ideas coming out that you wouldn't think would be possible or applicable, but they are the ones that will be the game changers. The Seaboard Rise is one of the most unique game changers that has come out in MIDI in the past
Final Thoughts
MIDI does not seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. There are going to be new ideas coming out that you wouldn't think would be possible or applicable, but they are the ones that will be the game changers. The Seaboard Rise is one of the most unique game changers that has come out in MIDI in the past


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Intermediation in Search Markets
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- Gehrig, Thomas, 1993. "Intermediation in Search Markets," Journal of Economics & Management Strategy, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 2(1), pages 97-120, Spring.
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- C78 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Game Theory and Bargaining Theory - - - Bargaining Theory; Matching Theory
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I've been driving a lot for work this past two months. 100km here, 100km there. No big deal. Today though I had to drive right to the bottom left edge of Whiskey Potato, do a loop and come back home. Below is a map:
I clocked the distance at 580km (that's 972 miles for you imperial folks out there).
Now I live in a small country. You can't swing a cat in WP without hitting someone you know, but goddamn that was a long drive.
Really long. Hard too.
I was just stuck in the same position all day, no choice but to sit back and ride it out. Super tough on my ass. No way was I ready for that kind of punishment.
Anyway I want to ask all the TGO'ers from bigger countries what kind of brutal mileage they've undertaken on their bodies? Chances are it's more than me, but my delicate leprechaun frame isn't built for high-octane action like our ol' pal Snake here…


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Distracted driving must be stopped
It is shocking that every day over 1,000 Americans are injured and nine lives are lost due to distracted driving collisions. To combat this horrendous problem, the National Safety Council uses April to try to prevent one of the top three causes of the ridiculously car wreck high fatality rate in the U.S. My law firm supports safety organizations like End DD and tries to promote awareness about how we can stop easily preventable car crashes from happening.
It's hard to believe how people don't hesitate to drive 65 mph while looking away from the road and down at their cell phones, often texting while driving. Or fiddling with the dashboard computer, eating and drinking, putting on makeup, or looking behind them at passengers. Or all of the above.
There are over one million people driving at any one time talking and paying more attention to their Facebook news feed than to the drivers around them.
This is an urgent problem, as the reaction time for a distracted driver is like someone's who is legally intoxicated.
But most people are addicted to their cell phones. The result? We all have to take our already dangerous roads for granted.


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EDP sponsors new Nova School of Business and Economics campus
The company lends its name to the plaza of the new campus, where part of the inauguration ceremony will be held tomorrow.
EDP is one of the sponsors of the new campus of Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE) and will have a plaza with its name. Part of the campus inauguration ceremony will be held tomorrow at Plaza EDP.
EDP's involvement in the construction of the new Nova SBE campus is part of a strategy to promote education and scientific development, which the group has been actively implementing over the last decade.
EDP sponsors more than 50 educational institutions in Portugal, Brazil, Spain and the United States. Over the past ten years the Group has invested about €25 million in this area to help build a society that is better prepared for all the challenges it is facing today, and also to develop talent in all the locations where it operates.
Over the last few years, Nova SBE has become a leading educational institution, not only in Portugal but also at an international level. The institution is now one of the best in world rankings. Nova SBE offers a multicultural and innovative educational program that has been helping bridge the gap between academia and the business world.
The partnership with EDP is an example of this growing convergence, which in recent years has translated into the recruitment of talented students from this University and the creation and implementation of training programs for the institution's faculty and managers.


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Abraham named Chairman of Science, Space and Technology Oversight Subcommittee
WASHINGTON - Congressman Ralph Abraham, M.D., R-Alto, has been named the Chairman of the Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Oversight.
The Oversight Subcommittee has jurisdiction to investigate any matter over which the full committee has jurisdiction. This includes energy research, development, non-military laboratories, and space research and development, among others.
The Oversight Subcommittee has previously investigated activities such as Russian activists' social media postings attempting to influence the U.S. energy market; data breaches of Equifax and the FDIC; the effects of the actions of the Attorney Generals of New York and Massachusetts on the energy industry; and cybersecurity risks.
"It's always an honor when peers select you to a position of authority, and I take that responsibility seriously. This is a subcommittee where we can not only highlight contentious areas of our nation's problems, but we can also explore how to fix them. I will use a strong, but fair, gavel to ensure the oversight process is carried out to the people's benefit," Dr. Abraham said.
Science, Space and Technology Committee Chairman Lamar Smith, R-Texas, added, "Rep. Ralph Abraham will provide strong leadership of the Oversight Subcommittee as we work to strengthen America's cybersecurity capabilities and ensure accountability to taxpayers. Rep. Abraham is a medical doctor, a veterinarian, a veteran and a business owner. His broad experience will serve the Subcommittee well. He will be a great chairman."
"I want to congratulate my good friend Dr. Abraham on his new role as chairman of the Science, Space, & Technology Oversight Subcommittee. This subcommittee, on which I also serve, performs important investigative functions on environmental and energy issues," said U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins from Louisiana's 3rd Congressional District. "I look forward to working with Dr. Abraham on behalf of Louisiana and the Americans that we both serve."


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Commonwealth gold medallist Inam Butt will represent Pakistan in Asian Wrestling Championships, taking place in Xian, China from April 24-28.
Secretary Pakistan Wrestling Federation, Arshad Sattar said, "Inam, who will be accompanied by national coach Sohail Rasheed is the only wrestler from the country who will feature in the event. He will compete in the 92kg weight category."
He said participation in any weight category in Asian Championship was mandatory as the countries missing the continental event are not allowed to send their outfits for the World Wrestling Championships, scheduled to be held in Kazakhstan in September, this year.
"Our focus is on the World Championships where besides Inam Butt we will send three more wrestlers including Muhammad Bilal (57kg), Inayatullah (65kg),) and Haroon Abid (125kg)," he added.
The winner at World Wrestling Championships can earn a quota spot for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Arshad expressed hope that Inam, who has been training hard will finish in the top positions at the Asian Championship.


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Nina Turner, the former national co-chairwoman of Sen. Bernie Sanders's (I-Vt.) presidential campaign, in a Monday interview with Hill.TV's "Rising" praised Cornel West's comments criticizing black leaders.
Journalist Zaid Jilani said Monday that the U.S. cities experiencing riots will see "bad outcomes for years to come."
Intercept D.C. bureau chief Ryan Grim addressed Amazon's statement of support for protests in response to the death of George Floyd, saying there was a "real concern among Amazon executives that these uprisings are going to disrupt how they can conduct business."
Entrepreneur and former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang on Friday talked about his nonprofit Humanity Forward, an organization working to implement trials of universal basic income (UBI) across the country.
Former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang on Friday addressed the deaths of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, two unarmed black men whose deaths have sparked national outrage.


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Revenue Report Is Worrisome
Gov. Jim Justice continues to radiate confidence about state government fiscal affairs, but West Virginia legislators would be wise to tap the brakes on new spending initiatives.
That may be a factor within the next few weeks, when lawmakers hold a special session to discuss improving public schools.
State government revenue figures for March were released last week. They indicate a distinct slowdown in growth that seemed to promise great things last summer and fall.
First glances at the March numbers can be a bit deceiving. Up until that month, reports had been based on general revenue fund income totaling $4.581 billion for the current fiscal year. But excellent numbers in previous months prompted Justice and legislators to add spending for fiscal 2019, taking the total general revenue estimate up to $4.607 billion — an increase of about $25.9 million.
With that change, income by the end of March remained $49.2 million above estimates for the first nine months of the fiscal year. But March revenue itself was nearly $3.8 million below estimates. And for the year to date, one key indicator — personal income tax receipts — was $10.5 million under expectations for the first nine months.
Justice blamed some of the slowdown on winter weather that affected construction activity in the state. That may have played a part — but wintertime construction always lags behind that of other months.
If this year's performance is an indication, making the fiscal 2020 budget balance may be a challenge. Legislators and Justice agreed on a $4.635 billion general revenue spending plan for next year.
All this may be particularly worrisome for state officials going into the special session. Some additional spending they envision, including a pay raise for school employees, already has been built into next year's budget. Lawmakers are expected to approve the raises during their special session.
But other aspects of education improvement, such as increased funding for small county school systems, could be problematic.
It has been said the special session will not be held until May. Good. That would give the governor and lawmakers another month of revenue reports against which to measure any plans for new spending. If April's numbers are not good, they should be leery of adding to the general revenue budget they approved this winter.


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Rooney's 12th Annual 5K Walk/Run
April 20, 2019
Saturday, April 20 – 7:30am Start
A fun, family event for the serious and not so serious runner, featuring a Kid's 1 Mile Event, Beat the Bunny race and Irish Breakfast. The event will be held on the roads of Historical Westgate CRA with the finish line at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. Rewarding all runners and special guests to a signature Rooney's French Toast Breakfast and (if of age!) Rooney's Beer!
Since 2008, we've raised over $151,000 for charities located throughout Palm Beach County. This year's five amazing local charities are Autism Project of Palm Beach County, PAL – Palm Beach County Sheriff Office, Potentia Academy, Westgate/Belvedere Homes CRA, and Greyhound Support Transport.
First 500 runners will receive race t-shirts. (Note: no dogs are allowed in the race.) Race Director: Dave Ragsdale.
Saturday, April 20
6:00am – Registration
7:30am – 5K Walk/Run begins (SHARP!)
7:45am – Breakfast/Libations Opens
8:15am – Kids 1 Mile Walk/Run
Plus Beat the Bunny and More Fun!
Awards & Prizes:
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- Top Male & Female Masters
- Top 3 in Each Age Division, Male & Female
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Who likes to receive gifts or good news? I can see everybody sticking both hands up excitedly. My hands were the first to go up.
Everybody loves to receive good news.
I have great news for you! As a matter of fact, I have the best news for you! The world needs to hear this!
Think of all the possible things that would make you so elated if someone were to bring you good news right now. Your loan has been repaid in full, here are the keys to your new home or car, congratulations you are pregnant . Whatever it is, the news I have for you trumps that everyday, all year round. Do I have your attention now?
It has been said that some of the wealthiest people in the world are the most unhappy or the most miserable. Doesn't that make you ponder? Yes, material things can aid in a better quality of life but can it give you true joy , true fulfillment or a true meaning to life? To be frank the answer is no, you'll never be satisfied if your need for fulfillment is dependent on material things or what this world has to offer. No amount of money or riches can grant you true joy or fulfillment in life.
We have all felt hurt, disappointed, sad or robbed at some point in our lives. I'm sure none of us if we had the choice would want to experience any of those things again. What if I told you, you can have a life free from those things, free from the pain, free from the heartache, free from death, disease, depression etc? What if I told you, you can have that forever and ever? You wouldn't be poor, there will be no sickness, there will be no pain. That's what most of us are seeking anyway , but in vain. What wouldnt you give to have that for an eternity? I can hear most of us say "Hmmm for a life of pure joy, forever? There is nothing I'm not willing to risk for it." Now that's the right attitude to have ,because this gift is attainable; no gimmicks, no fine prints and it's free of charge. Yes, you heard right! It's free of charge.
Let's unwrap the best gift ever given to mankind.
It's a man , no it's not Michael Ealy ladies think pure thoughts. God the Father saw a world that was so sick and dying. He loved them so much He decided He will not allow them to perish. God had, what we would consider the hardest decision of a lifetime, to make. He sacrificed His only begotten and beloved son to save the world. Ok this part might sound really sad but hold on there's more. Borned in a manger, to a virgin mother. Blameless ,without spot or wrinkle, Jesus Christ came down from His glorious throne to die a gruesome death (just keep reading man) so that we can live with Him in eternity . His blood was shed to set us free from sin eternally. We are no longer slaves, we are free! That my friend is the best news anyone can receive.
God is real and His love for us is real. Most of us are familiar with John 3:16, (Let's read it slowly and take the time to understand each word.) "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son that whosoever believe in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life." God doesn't want you to perish, salvation is the solution. It's the best gift in the whole wide world, there is nothing better. Not only is salvation for our life here and now ; but it's our vehicle into eternity. You make the choice to accept it or reject it.
Francis Chan once made an illustration of life on earth and eternity. He used a very very very long rope, let's say 10,000ft long. The first 12 inches represented our life here on earth, the rest of it represented eternity. See we were tricked into thinking all that matters is in the here and now. Dont be fooled , all that matters is eternity. Where will you spend eternity? You make the choice, accept the greatest gift ever given to mankind and have everlasting life!


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Ten Frequently Asked Questions about a
- What is a NO-FIGHT DIVORCE (NFD)?
A NFD is an uncontested divorce wherein the parties agree to the following: a) the divorce is a good idea, b) the assets and debts are divided by terms reached by the parties themselves not a judge. The agreement made by the parties is then submitted to the court for approval and final judgment ending the marriage.
- What is Mediation in a NO-FIGHT DIVORCE (NFD)?
Mediation is the attempt to help parties hear one another, to minimize the harm that can come from disagreement (e.g. hostility or demonizing of the other party) and to find a way toward a compromise or mutually agreed Marital Settlement Agreement.
- What are the benefits of mediation?
While a mediator may charge a fee comparable to that of an attorney, the mediation process generally takes much less time than moving a case through standard legal channels. While a case in the hands of a lawyer or a court may take months or years to resolve, mediation usually achieves a resolution in a matter of hours. Taking less time means expending less money on hourly fees and costs.
While court hearings are public, mediation remains strictly confidential. No one but the parties to the dispute and the mediator or mediators know what happened. Confidentiality in mediation has such importance that in most cases the legal system cannot force a mediator to testify in court as to the content or progress of mediation. Many mediators destroy their notes taken during a mediation once that mediation has finished. The only exceptions to such strict confidentiality usually involve child abuse or actual or threatened criminal acts.
Mediation increases the control the parties have over the resolution. In a court case, the parties obtain a resolution, but control resides with the judge or jury. Often, a judge or jury cannot legally provide solutions that emerge in mediation. Thus, mediation is more likely to produce a result that is mutually agreeable for the parties.
Because the result is attained by the parties working together and is mutually agreeable, compliance with the mediated agreement is usually high. This further reduces costs, because the parties do not have to employ an attorney to force compliance with the agreement. The mediated agreement is, however, fully enforceable in a court of law.
Parties to a mediation are typically ready to work mutually toward a resolution. In most circumstances the mere fact that parties are willing to mediate means that they are ready to "move" their position. The parties thus are more amenable to understanding the other party's side and work on underlying issues to the dispute. This has the added benefit of often preserving the relationship the parties had before the dispute.
Mediators are trained in working with difficult situations. The mediator acts as a neutral facilitator and guides the parties through the process. The mediator helps the parties think "outside of the box" for possible solutions to the dispute, broadening the range of possible solutions.
- What if we can't agree in the mediation?
If you're unable to agree to a mediated marital settlement then your case will have to be decided by a judge.
- Who decides what happens with the kids in a NO-FIGHT DIVORCE?
Both parents decide. A successful mediation between the parties will result in a fully enforcible Parenting Plan which includes Custody/Visitation, Child Support and related orders. Parents may need help from Custody Evaluators, Family Therapists or other third parties in addition to the mediator in reaching an agreement.
- Will I have to move out of the house?
That will depend upon what you and your spouse decide. If you're unable to agree on certain issues the judge will have to decide those particular issues. The less the judge has to decide the cheaper, quicker and more likely a particular decision will benefit you.
- Why isn't mediation more popular?
Perhaps, there is a perception that mediation is unpopular because we don't hear the term as often as we hear terms like "courtroom battle, bitter divorce, etc. but the concept of mediation or alternative dispute resolution has been around for thousands of years and is used daily in courtrooms around the world. Mediation is popular and continues to gain popularity because it works.
- Can spouses take money from a joint bank account to pay attorney fees for a NFD?
Generally, yes, to the extent community property funds are allowed to be used in a standard contested divorce. Mediation in divorce is exactly the same. However, it is essential to first seek legal advice before relying on anything you read here.
- Do I have to participate in mediation even if I think a judge will be better for my case?
No, unless the judge orders the parties to attend mediation. Many court systems now require disputants to attend mediation in Custody/Visitation before the judge hears the case.
- Will the mediator represent me or my spouse in court?
Unless the mediator is also a licensed attorney he/she is unable to represent anyone in court. The mediator may help facilitate getting your Marital Settlement paperwork completed and filed with the court but should not practice law by giving legal advice and/or appearing in court on behalf of clients.


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The Bush administration and the United Nations disagree over how intrusive the inspections should be. The US wants the inspectors to be as aggressive as possible by visiting sensitive sites and demanding interviews with Iraqi scientists without the presence of minders. Hans Blix, on the other hand, advocates a more measured approach to achieving disarmament. He says that inspection team recruits should be "firm" with their Iraqi counterparts but never "angry and aggressive." One of his aides tells The Washington Post in late November 2002: "We're not going to do in-your-face inspections. He [Blix] wants effective inspections. It's not our job to provoke, harm or humiliate." The inspectors argue that it makes no sense—nor is logistically feasible—to begin the inspections process with intrusive inspections of Iraq's most sensitive sites. One UN official explains to The Washington Post, "If you only have 11 people, you cannot go to a big new site, but you can go check on a known monitoring site." The Independent reports that inspectors "believe it would not only be counterproductive, but could damage the prospect of ascertaining whether President Saddam does indeed possess an arsenal of weapons of mass destruction." (Lynch 11/17/2002) In December, Washington calls for an increase in the UN inspectors' staff so that the UN's two agencies can conduct multiple simultaneous inspections each day. On December 4, White House Press Secretary Ari Fleischer says, "We want to make certain that they [the inspections] are aggressive enough to be able to ascertain the facts in the face of an adversary who in the past did everything in his power to hide the facts." (BBC 12/4/2002)
Critics argue that the Bush administration is attempting to use the inspections as a means of provoking resistance from Iraq so that Washington can claim it is in "further material breach." The US would then cite this breach as justification for taking military action against Iraq. Critics also say that the administration's agenda conflicts with the aims of the inspectors and that the US is undermining the inspectors' work. (Gilfeather 11/21/2002; Brecher 12/3/2002; Dellinger 12/19/2002)
Citing inspectors' discovery of 12 empty "warheads" (see January 16, 2003) and documents related to a failed nuclear program's attempt at laser enrichment of uranium (see Afternoon October 7, 2002), critics of the Bush administration's planned invasion argue that the inspections are working and that they should continue under the terms of 1999 UN Resolution 1284. They contend that if Iraq still possesses illegal weapons that it can be peacefully and effectively disarmed by the inspections process, thus making the argument for war moot. But the Bush administration argues instead that the inspection process has demonstrated that Saddam Hussein is not willing to disarm. This debate occurs as weapons inspectors are preparing their January 27 (see January 27, 2003) update on inspections, as required by UN Resolution 1441 (see November 8, 2002). Washington is hoping that the report will demonstrate that Iraq is not cooperating, so that they can use it to justify using military force against Iraq. (Associated Press 1/15/2003; Bumiller 1/17/2003; DeYoung 1/19/2003; Weisman 1/20/2003) The New York Times reports that according to unnamed US officials, "[I]n spite of the wish by Mr. Blix and Dr. Mohamed ElBaradei, the chief inspector for nuclear weapons and the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, to continue the inspections process, the United States would move quickly to force an early conclusion by the Security Council." (Weisman 1/19/2003)
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Honoring America's Teachers
There would be no good education without good teachers. These dedicated individuals work hard every day to educate, inspire and, in their own way, help raise our nation's children. For one week every year, educational institutions across the country take the time to celebrate and show appreciation for our teachers.
National Teacher Appreciation Week happens during the first week of May each year. Events are centered around Teacher Appreciation Day, which is always the Tuesday of Teacher Appreciation Week. This year, Teacher Appreciation Day falls on May 4, but activities will be happening through Friday, May 7, 2010.
The exact origins of Teacher Day are unknown, but most sources point to a teacher from Wisconsin named Ryan Krug who began campaigning for a national day to honor teachers in the mid-1940s. The movement caught Eleanor Roosevelt's ear, and in 1953 she asked Congress to proclaim a National Teacher Day, but it took decades more to finally become official.
After years of lobbying from the National Education Association (NEA) and other organizations, Congress finally declared a one-time official National Teacher Day for March 7, 1980. Many educational organizations continued to celebrate the day unofficially until 1985, when the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) established Teacher Appreciation Week as the first full week of May. The NEA voted to make the Tuesday of that week Teacher Day, and the celebration finally took hold across the country.
Arne Duncan dropping off his teacher thank-you note during Teacher Day 2009. Image courtesy of Patrick G. Ryan and the National Education Association.
In 2009, the NEA kicked off Teacher Appreciation Day with the 'Teacher Thank-You Project.' Before the event, the NEA collected thousands of hand-made thank you cards from people across the country, including politicians, celebrities, athletes and, of course, young students. The organization then compiled these notes into an enormous appreciation mural measuring eight feet tall by 75 feet wide, which was unveiled on Teacher Appreciation Day by U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, NEA President Dennis van Roekel and members of Congress. Although they're no longer collecting notes, you can view the virtual mural on the project's website.
Of course, the real teacher celebrations happen in the schools, where students, parents and administrators can directly show their appreciation.
Get Involved: Tips for Teacher Appreciation Week
Students and their schools find many ways to celebrate their teachers. Creatively inclined students often create and decorate giant thank you cards, displaying them where other community members can add their words. Those who prefer more 21st century methods can start fan clubs or 'teacher appreciation' pages on their school's websites. Some classes will plant flowers or trees to commemorate their teacher, or collect special memories and art from students to create a teacher appreciation scrapbook. Some students and parents have even taken out ads in local newspaper thanking their favorite teachers.
A small gift can be a great way to privately show your appreciation for that one teacher who's really made a difference in your life. Buy them a copy of their favorite book, or leave some flowers on their desk.
Schools and organizations can offer larger celebrations by hosting special brunches or other events in honor of their teachers and other educational staff. Inviting parents, district personnel, school board members and other members of the public can allow the larger educational community to show their appreciation as well.
Want to show your appreciation for teachers? Check out the PTA's Thank a Teacher Group on Facebook.


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49 year old Razak Atunwa is a member of the Nigerian House of Representatives representing Asa/Ilorin West Federal Constituency.
Hon. Atunwa is the Chairman, House Committee on Justice and currently also heading the House Committee investigating corruption in the award of Oil Prospecting License (OPL) 245.
Born on the 17th of October, 1969 in Ilorin, Kwara state, He attended Immaculate Heart Secondary School, where he obtained Ordinary Level Certificate in 1986.
Hon. Atunwa studied law at the University Of East London, graduating in 1992 with LL.b (hons). He further obtained his Masters Degree (LLM) in International Law from the University of London in 1993. He was called to the Bar of England and Wales in October 1994 by the Inner Temple Inns of Court.
After 11 successful years as a Barrister at law in London where he specialized in criminal and international law, Hon Atunwa returned to Nigeria in 2005.
36 year old Atunwa was appointed as the commissioner for Land and Housing in Kwara state in August 2005, Commissioner for Information and Home Affairs ( 2006 – 2007), Commissioner for Works and Transport (2007 – 2009) and Commissioner for Finance ( 2009 – 2010). Hon Atunwa has Immense Governance experience in Kwara state after working in 4 different ministries in his thirties.
In 2011, he was elected into the Kwara state house of assembly to represent Owode/Onire Constituency of Kwara State on the (PDP) platform and was later unanimously elected Speaker of the Assembly at the inauguration of the 7th legislature.
Hon Atunwa was elected as a Member of the Federal House of Representatives of the National Assembly to represent Asa/Ilorin West Federal Constituency in 2015.


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5 Lessons Learned: Wellness
July 14, 2018
Essential Guidelines That Can Be Used By A Struggling Smoker Who Wants To Quit
Most people have become hooked to smoking for a long time such that quitting looks impossible but, it is daunting, people need to stay positive and understand that it is not a one-day affair, and it needs motivation and having the right tips on how to do it. An individual must understand that nicotine is addictive and that is a reason why many are unable to quit smoking; however, it is a habit a person can't run if they are determined to do it. There are things a person should know if one is willing to stop smoking as they can make it easy for one to transition and make sure that things go in accordance with the plan as explained in this article.
Get Support From Close Friends
Smoking is an addictive thing that an individual might find it hard to quit; however, with the right people by your side it becomes easy; therefore, talk to your friends or relatives and also consider joining support groups since it can be a life-changing experience. No matter how strong a person is during the transitioning process, one will need a shoulder to lean on, and that is why working closely with your relatives and also joining support groups is good and a great way to quit smoking and face the challenges.
Look At The Advantages One Stands To Gain By Quitting Smoking
There are times people have no idea of why cigarette smoking would benefit their minds; however, one must research on the benefits they stand to gain by being non-smokers and how much impact it would have to your social and financial life. People who smoke, spend a lot of money in treating some diseases relating to their chest and always find themselves using more cash in purchasing cigarettes; therefore, people might find themselves not saving enough for the future. In those days that people will find themselves struggling as they try to quit smoking, it is always good for one to remind themselves the reason why they are doing it, and how amazing it will be, leading a life without people avoiding you because of bad breath, which makes your social life awesome.
Find Another Method For Handling The Issue
Most smokers hate being bossed around and they do not want to feel like someone else is taking the role of their lives and trying to tell them how to deal with smoking, and that is why a lot of them adopt self-hypnosis process as an alternative, because one can set the terms of how to quit smoking and also be in a position to deal with any struggles during the process.
Get Nicotine Treatments
There are facilities helping smokers who are still struggling with nicotine addiction such that people who crave nicotine, go through the therapy which introduces a small amount of it into the body, without causing harm.


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The City created a stormwater utility fee to fund the Federal and State mandated Phase II Stormwater Program. The City's Stormwater Management Program is funded completely through this stormwater fee. This is a separate utility fee, not tax dollars. The residential fee is $5 per month. The nonresidential fee is based on the amount of impervious surfaces on each property at $5 per 2,500 square feet of impervious surfaces per month.
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Typically rainwater is absorbed by the earth through soils and vegetation, but when it falls on your house, driveway, or street it cannot penetrate those surfaces so it drains to the nearest storm drain, ditch, or creek. The term "Stormwater" means the rainwater that runs off of impervious surfaces such as buildings, houses, roads, parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, and compacted gravel. The more impervious surfaces we develop, the more runoff we create and have to manage.
The stormwater fee for Residential customers is a flat $5.00 per month. Commercial/Non-Residential customers are charged $5.00 per 2,500 square feet of impervious surfaces on their property. Impervious surfaces are anything that stormwater cannot penetrate such as rooftops, parking lots, compacted gravel etc. The Commercial/Non-Residential fees were assessed at the onset of the Stormwater Management Program by an engineering firm using GIS software and aerial photogrammetry to view and measure impervious surfaces located on each parcel within City Limits. The fee is not charged to residents and commercial businesses located outside of City Limits, even though they may have a Belmont address.
The stormwater fee is used for many things; from day-to-day operations, staff, fuel, equipment maintenance, stormwater system maintenance, mapping, and capital improvement projects. The majority of the revenue generated from the stormwater fee is allocated for capital improvement projects (CIPs) which are large stormwater system repairs and upgrades that benefit the community.
The storm drains are not connected to the sanitary sewer system and the stormwater is not treated. They are two separate systems. Storm drains flow to streams, creeks, and in some cases directly into the river. The only thing allowed to go into the storm drains is rain.
There are several possibilities why the storm drain(s) on your street is not draining properly: 1. The grate is clogged with debris keeping stormwater from passing into the catch basin. 2. The pipe that the storm drain is connected to is clogged or has failed. 3. The rain event was too large for the system to handle causing backups. Please call (704) 901-2076 to report a storm drain that is not draining properly.
No, because the City has no jurisdiction and does not collect stormwater fees from properties outside of City Limits. If you have a stormwater related issue or problem and are outside City Limits call (704) 901-2076 and City Staff can help get you in touch with the right people to address your issue or problem.
Typically yards wash away or erode due to a lack of vegetation. Vegetation, whether it be grass, shrubbery, trees, etc., helps to stabilize the soil and keep your yard intact. Establish a vegetative cover on any bare areas to get them stabilized. For severe erosion issues call (704) 901-2076 so that the issue can be investigated by City Staff.
There are several possibilities why you have a sinkhole in your yard: 1. When an excavated area is filled in with soil or other material it naturally shifts and settles. Water always takes the path of least resistance and if there are any voids or crevices it finds, that's where it's going. Over time stormwater can channel out voids and sinkholes. 2. Utility service leak or failure can cause sinkholes to form. Water/sewer leaks or a separation in a stormwater pipe can be causes. Please call (704) 901-2076 to report a sinkhole in your yard or on your street so that it can be investigated by City Staff.


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Finn must find some Princess Hair to save Jake from the Tree Witch's bottomless bottom.
Finn and Jake are seen feeding Baby Birds for a Mother Bird, while Finn is feeding the Baby Birds, Jake tells him that he [Finn] was thinking about kissing Princess Bubblegum, Finn tells Jake that he "Wouldn't do that", Jake then tells Finn "Yes you would, you just don't know how to talk to Ladies". Finn and Jake then Follow upon a Tree Witch, who is in need of hair, they discuss if they should help her or not, Jake tries to convince her that they couldn't help her, until things gets awqward after she asks Jake to be her BF (Boyfriend), Finn then tells the Witch they can't help unless someone is in Danger, The Witch then Sits on Jake, Sucking him into her "Bottomless Bottom", The Witch then tells Finn she'll only release Jake if He gets her Princess Hair, Finn agrees and leaves to find some Princess Hair.
- This episode marks the first time that Finn reveals his hair.
- After Finn cuts Princess Bubblegum's hair in this episode, he kept it, as seen in "What Was Missing", but the piece was destroyed in "Incendium".


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Representatives of the Nantucket boys and girls swimming and teams competed against the top swimmers in the state this weekend at the Division II State Championships at Harvard University.
Neither team placed high enough to score any points, but the Whalers improved from their performances at the Central/South Sectional meet the weekend before to lower their times in the final meet of the season.
Wayland won both the girls� and boys� state titles over second-place Weston.
For Nantucket, Henry Toole was the boys� lone individual swimmer and competed in Saturday�s championship meet despite an illness.
�He definitely was not 100 percent. His two races, he was right around his seed time. It was a good overall performance,� head coach Jim Pignato said. �He wanted to see some time drop, but coming into it sick, it is difficult to swim when you are that under the weather.�
Toole finished 27th out of 32 swimmers in the 50-yard freestyle in 23.99 seconds, and took 27th out of 31 in the 100-yard freestyle in 52.95. John Estanislau of East Longmeadow won the 50-yard freestyle in 21.95 and Travis Downs of Wayland took the 100-yard event in 48.11.
Lorne Paterson, Miles Geddes and Sean Fitzgibbon joined Toole in the 400-yard freestyle relay. The Whalers were on par with their seed time, finishing 25th out of 31 in 3:41.75. Bishop Feehan won the event in 3:18.63.
�For Sean and Miles, obviously this is their first time at States. The exposure factor is the biggest thing we are taking out of this meet,� Pignato said.
The girls� team also showed improvement from its performance at the sectional championship the weekend before.
�We rebounded pretty well. It wasn�t the breakout swims I was hoping for, but we got back to where we should have been last weekend,� Pignato said.
Cara Garufi, competing in her first state championship, struggled in the 200-yard individual medley, but still lowered her time from the previous weekend. The freshman swimmer placed 19th out of 22 in 2:24.97. Meriza Werenski of Holyoke Catholic won the event in 2:04.70.
Garufi was stronger in the 500-yard freestyle, finishing 14th out of 16 in 5:47.96. Megan Alexander of Marblehead won the event in 5:01.83.
�Performance-wise it is where I wanted her to be, but the time reflects some little mistakes,� Pignato said.
Alexa Dragon and Carly Jensen competed in the 50-yard freestyle. Dragon finished 35th in 27.65 in her first state-championship event, while Jensen finished 44th in 28.13. Kellie Pennington of Monson won the event in 23.82.
Senior Jesse Lang joined Dragon, Jensen and Garufi for the 400-yard freestyle.
�One of our goals was to get all four girls under a minute,� Pignato said.
Lang, competing in her final meet for the Whalers, earned the lead-off spot on the relay in an attempt to break the minute-mark after coming close last weekend. But an unfortunate false start led to 20 yards of unnecessary sprinting, ultimately affecting all swimmers involved. After a five-minute wait, the race was officially underway. Lang touched the wall just barely missing the minute mark at 1:00.03. Jensen and Dragon also came in over a minute, but Garufi broke the mark to give the Whalers their best time of the season at 4:01.06. Nantucket finished 15th out of 20 teams. Weston won the event in 3:37.93.
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Death penalty in two different opinions
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I am having trouble with Justice Potter Stewarts argument and Earnest Van Der Haag's conclusions about the death penalty. These two are in debate over this particular subject but I cannot seem to decide who provides the best argument and why? If possible provide examples of each arguments weakness and strengths.
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Justice Potter Stewart and
Ernest Van Der Haag on the Death Penalty
What I will do here is give an outline of the basic argument of each.
I will keep it as simple as possible.
E. Van der Haag:
His argument is quite simple:
Government exists for one purpose, to maintain an environment where citizens are free and need not worry about violence or crime. If a government cannot do this, then it is not a government.
The death penalty is a rational response of a society that has a criminal class who has declared war on it. This is particularly the case for repeat offenders and organized crime (since they are a society unto themselves). He writes,
The crime rate in the slums is indeed higher than elsewhere; but so is the death rate in hospitals. Slums are no more "causes" of crime, than hospitals are of death; they are locations of crime, as hospitals are of death. Slums and hospitals attract people selectively; neither is the "cause" of the condition (disease in hospitals, poverty in slums) that leads to the selective attraction (van der Hagg, 1969).
In other words, poverty might be correlated with crime, but this does not prove that it is the cause of it, just like illness is not caused by hospitals. Crime is often committed in slums by those that are not from there. No one kills in their own neighborhood. You're too well known there. You go to a place where no one knows who you are.
Deterrence and the restoration of order are the two purposes here. Deterrence requires that the death penalty be used for each and every first degree murder. Not just on occasion.
Restoring order is to take the concept of private revenge away from the people and put it in the hands of the state.
Since no real rehabilitation of such people is possible (certainly, no method has ever been found), eliminating their ...
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The death penalty in two different opinions are examined.


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HDP: People from 15 cities will march to Amed for Leyla
On 15 February, the 100th day of hunger strike for Leyla Güven', rallies and marches from 15 different cities will merge in Amed.
The Peoples' Democratic Party (HDP) has announced a new action to support the hunger strike actions carried out by the prisoners.
The hunger strike has been led by Democratic Society Congress (DTK) co-chair and HDP Hakkari MP Leyla Güven, who has been on hunger strike for 95 days demanding the end of isolation against Kurdish People's Leader Abdullah Öcalan.
Rallies have been organised by the HDP in Amed, Istanbul, and lastly on Saturday in Mersin to support hunger strikers.
HDP in Amed has promoted a 10-day Vigil joined by its deputies. As government has not replied to the HDP's demands, the deputies have decided to continue the action.
Marches and rallies in 15 different places
According to the decision taken by the HDP, on 15 February, the 100th day of hunger strike of Leyla Güven, rallies and marches from 15 different cities will merge in Amed.
Preparations for the marches and rallies have already began in the following cities:
Hakkari, Van, Kars, Igdir, Bitlis, Agri, Mus, Sirnak, Mardin, Siirt, Batman, Dersim, Bingol, Antep and Urfa. The marches will all merge in a huge rally in Amed, in its central Bağlar district.


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After over three months in custody, U of T student Tahmid Hasib Khan has been cleared of charges in connection with his alleged involvement in the siege in Bangladesh.
Khan, a global health student at U of T, was at a café with friends in Dhaka's diplomatic quarter when militants stormed the café and held patrons hostage. 20 people, who were mostly foreign citizens, were killed; Khan was one of the 13 survivors. Khan's whereabouts were unclear until August 4, when Dhaka Metropolitan Police announced his arrest.
On September 28, Khan was granted bail. The Canadian Press reports that Khan is now facing separate charges for allegedly not co-operating with police.
In July, U of T President Meric Gertler sent a letter to Global Affairs Canada, offering the university's support for Khan's case. Global Affairs Canada indicated that its power was limited due to the fact that Khan is a permanent resident, not a citizen. Khan's friends and family set up Facebook page called, 'Free Tahmid,' which has amassed over 67,000 'likes.'
"We are grateful that the authorities have concluded their investigation and have confirmed Tahmid's innocence," the latest post on the Facebook page reads.
It remains unclear if or when Khan will return to Toronto.


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Last eve I passed beside a blacksmith's door
And heard the anvil ring the vesper chime;
When looking in, I saw upon the floor,
Old hammers worn with beating years of time.
"How many anvils have you had," said I,
"To wear and batter these hammers so?"
"Just one," said he; then with a twinkling eye,
"The anvil wears the hammers out, you know."
And so, I thought, the anvil of God's Word,
For ages, skeptics blows have beat upon;
Yet, though the noise of falling blows was heard,
The anvil is unharmed—the hammers gone.
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Human's of Brighton – Joanna and Her Best Friend of 10 Years Have Matching Tattoos!13th August 2017 | Hannah Midgley
Joanna Miles, only comes to visit Brighton for 3 or 4 days per month for work. The company is a DJ Agency based in the Lanes called Families. We spoke about how, at age 34, she lives in Berlin and … Read More
Girl Friends Day!1st August 2017 | Hannah Midgley
The first of August is Girl Friends Day. Created by Mistress Susan in 2004 the day is to express gratitude to your friends who are girls. Sometimes we need a day to do this, as we can take advantage of … Read More
Humans Of Brighton – Meet Shanice, The Girl With The Pterodactyl Tattoo!25th June 2017 | Hannah Midgley
Hi Shanice, where are you from? I am from Horsham, so just on the outskirts of Brighton, but I have a lot of family that live in the city. So, I am in Brighton all the time basically.
What do … Read More
'I Eat, Live And Tattoo With Chopsticks!' Meet Hand-Poke Tattoo Artist Sarah Lu!23rd June 2017 | Hannah Midgley
Wearing black rubber gloves and holding an ink bathed needle attached to a chopstick in her right hand, Sarah bends over her client's thigh to stitch the outlines of a deer-human hybrid with an impressive set of antlers. A few … Read More
Brighton Flash Tattoo Day This Weekend Will Raise Money For Refugees30th March 2017 | Hannah Midgley
A bighearted Brighton tattoo parlour is holding a charity flash day this Saturday (1 April) to raise money for unaccompanied child refugees in France and the South of England.
11 artists at 1770 Tattoos in Little East Street will spend the … Read More
How This Brighton Tattoo Parlour Is Turning Scars Into Art16th March 2017 | Hannah Midgley
If you have scars, no matter the cause, covering them with layers of clothes and shying away is common practice. But Brighton tattoo parlour Inka Tattoos is giving those with scars the chance to cover them with beautiful designs and … Read More
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Last week, a photo of a man who appeared to be a disheveled Justin Bieber eating a burrito sideways on a park bench appeared on the internet, leading everyone to believe Justin Bieber does not know how to eat a burrito. And that Canadians in general may not know how to eat cylindrical foods, after Michael Buble was spotted two years ago eating a cob of corn starting at the tip, like a lollipop.
That may still be true, but we now know that culprit was not Justin Bieber. In fact, the entire set of photos were staged by a YouTube channel called Yes Theory, which yes, is absolutely much less fun and interesting.
The group of guys behind the channel wanted to see if they could make a fake story go viral, a la Nathan For You. And after discovering Brad Sousa, an uncanny Bieber lookalike online, they had their plan.
In a video they posted this week, you can watch them breakdown how to decide what to orchestrate with their faux Bieber, and how to do make it spread like wildfire online.
The real Bieber has yet to comment, nor confirm how exactly he eats his burrito. So, in some ways, the truth is still out there.


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Stir together: 1 c chopped dates, 1-1/2 c boiling water, 1 tsp soda (let cool thoroughly)
Cream together:
1 cup cugar
1/2 cup shortening
add 2 beaten eggs
Sift together and add alternately with dates and water:
1-3/4 cup flour
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 tsp soda
Pour into large greased pan.
Sprinker over batter 1 pkg chocolate chips- over that 1/2 cup white sugare and 1/2 cup nut meats
Bake 35-40 minutes at 350°.
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Valdosta Medical Clinic is proud to provide a number of high-quality services to our patients in the South Georgia and North Florida region. Utilizing a diverse staff of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and technical professionals, VMC performs a wide array of medical services, some of which are listed below. Please contact us with specific questions regarding the type and scope of services offered. We would love to hear from you and we will make every effort to answer your questions.
Our Specialists in Family Medicine, Gastroenterology, and Internal Medicine at Valdosta Medical Clinic can serve as your medical home for prevention, diagnosing and managing many adult health problems. We assist many patients with:
- Arthritis
- Diabetes
- Digestive System Disease
- Hypertension
- Osteoporosis
- Wellness
- Women's Health
Available Services
Walk-in Clinic – Valdosta Medical Clinic Walk-in Clinic is available to the patients of Doctors Bailey, Brady, Hobby, Kumar, Moreno and Underwood when they are not available to meet their patients' needs.
Laboratory – For your convenience, we offer a full service accredited laboratory
Digestive System (Gastrointestinal System) – These services include detection and medical management of digestive conditions, such as, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Celiac Disease, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Diverticulitis. Diagnostic and preventative screens include colonoscopies and endoscopies.
Carotid Ultrasound – The carotid arteries in the neck can be evaluated with ultrasound to check for plaque buildup that could lead to stroke or mini-strokes called TIAs.
Vascular Studies – Tests that check the blood flow in your arteries and veins. These tests are noninvasive. This means they don't use any needles. Vascular studies use high-frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to measure the amount of blood flow in your blood vessels.
Thyroid Ultrasound – A thyroid ultrasound is an imaging test to check the thyroid gland. A thyroid ultrasound can help measure the size and shape of the thyroid gland, but it cannot tell how well the thyroid gland is working. This procedure will help your physician plan your medical treatment.
Abdominal Ultrasound – An imaging test to assess various organs such as the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, kidneys, spleen, and aorta.
EKG – Holter Monitor – Event Recorder – Three common methods which are utilized to evaluate the heartbeat rhythm and rate.
EKG – An electrocardiogram (EKG) is a simple painless brief snapshot of the heart's electrical activity. The results are reviewed by your doctor to determine any abnormal patterns. The EKG can easily be compared to any previous EKG to see if any changes have occurred.
Holter Monitor – Is ordered for a more detailed determination of how your heart rate and rhythm changes throughout the day with normal activities. Sometimes this continuous monitoring will reveal abnormalities that do not show on the EKG which is of a short duration.


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Per City of Longmont Purchasing Code, no person shall offer, give, or agree to give any City employee, official, or former City employee a gratuity or an offer of employment in connection with any decision, approval, disapproval, recommendation or preparation of any part of a program requirement or a purchase request, influencing the content of any specification or procurement standard, rendering of advice, investigation, auditing or in any other advisory capacity in any proceeding or application, request for ruling, determination, claim or controversy, or other particular matter, pertaining to any program requirement or contract or subcontract, or to any solicitation or proposal. Likewise, no City employee, official, or former employee shall accept any such offer.
Bid Rigging, Kickback, Bribes, Corruption
Purchasing and Contracts takes ethics seriously. If you have reasonable suspicion that corruption is happening at the City of Longmont, you are encouraged to contact the FBI Public Corruption Task Force, Denver.FBI.Gov or call 303-629-7171.
Code of Ethics
Any City employee who purchases goods and services, or is involved in the purchasing process for the City, shall be bound by this code and shall:
- Avoid the intent and appearance of unethical or compromising practice in relationships, actions and communications;
- Demonstrate loyalty to the City of Longmont by diligently following all lawful instructions while using professional judgment, reasonable care, and exercising only the authority granted;
- Conduct all purchasing activities in accordance with the laws, while remaining alert to and advising the City of Longmont regarding the legal ramifications of the purchasing decisions;
- Refrain from any private or professional activity that would create a conflict between personal interests and the interests of the City of Longmont;
- Identify and strive to eliminate participation of any individual in operational situations where a conflict of interest may be involved;
- Never solicit or accept money, loans, credits, or prejudicial discounts, and avoid the acceptance of gifts, entertainment, favor, or services from present or potential suppliers which might influence or appear to influence purchasing decisions;
- Promote positive supplier relationships through impartiality in all phases of the purchasing cycle;
- Display the highest ideals of honor and integrity in all public and personal relationships in order to merit the respect and inspire the confidence of the public being served;
- Provide an environment where all business concerns, large or small, majority- or minority-owned, are afforded an equal opportunity to compete for the City of Longmont business; and,
- Enhance the proficiency and stature of the purchasing profession by adhering to the highest standards of ethical behavior.