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Allied Interstate LLC Debt collection department,
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I owe no money. This company ( Allied ) - is trying collect on a debt by looking for information about an individual not known to me. They will not stop calling. I have blocked their number, but they call daily over the past month of -/-/- and now-/-/-. They call and receive no answer, but they continue to call. They called also inthe past several months ago. When you call them to complain, they do not seem to know what you are talking about. It is harassment for a debt that is not mine. This is not acceptable.
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Nov 03, 2017
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Pompeo speaks with Canadian FM, calls for resolution of Saudi dispute
Washington : US State Department said Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has spoken with his Canadian counterpart Chrystia Freeland to discuss Canada's diplomatic dispute with Saudi Arabia, urging the two sides to solve their disputes quickly.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by State Department spokesperson Heather Nauert, Pompeo on Wednesday spoke over telephone with Freeland, as the US top diplomat "reiterated the US' commitment to our close partnerships with both Canada and Saudi Arabia", Xinhua reported. He also extended the "hope for a quick resolution of differences through diplomatic channels". The US on August 14 tacitly ruled out intervening in the current diplomatic spat between Canada and Saudi Arabia, though it said it supported free speech. In a press briefing, Nauert said Pompeo believes "this is an issue for the Canadians and... for the Saudis to resolve themselves." "It's not necessary for the US to have to step in between two countries that... have the ability to pick up the phone and handle these issues among themselves," she said. Recently, Saudi Arabia expelled the Canadian ambassador, froze new trade and investment in Canada and withdrew thousands of Riyadh-funded students from Canada. It also announced the suspension of Saudi Arabian Airlines flights to and from Toronto. The measures were taken to show the kingdom's displeasure at Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland and other officials criticising the detention of women's rights activists in Saudi Arabia and urging for their immediate release. Riyadh called it an intervention in its internal affairs. As the dispute escalated, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said last week that Canada will always stand up for human rights. In response, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir ruled out the possibility of mediation and warned of more measures against Canada. Saudi Arabia is Canada's 19th largest trading partner and the source of some 10 per cent of Canadian crude oil imports. Trade between the two countries amounts to nearly 4 billion Canadian dollars (about $3 billion) annually, according to reports.


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GRIDIRON DIARY: Despite some bumps and bruises, it's time to shine
Conner Glenn
Welcome to my Gridiron Diary week 2:
We've been preparing for Frederick this week, and we are ready to go into battle on Friday night.
I am feeling the pain from a couple bumps and bruises, but I will be good to go come Friday night at our house. Coming off the Fossil win was good and the team is healthy for the most part which is good to have. So, needless to say, we are ready to fight a physical Frederick team.
All in all, it's been an up-and-down week for me, dealing with some bumps and bruises here and there, but my body will overcome the pain when my adrenaline kicks in. But, I am excited to take the field and just run north and south.
Last week was last week, and I am ready to take our field with my teammates and make our legacy. We are at the start of a long, hard-hitting season, and it's gonna be important for us to keep our composure on the field to win games. I mean it's the only way to play ball, relaxed. It brings out your best in you and your teammates. But, overall I am excited to run on Frederick.
Also, last week was a good start for me to prove myself as a legit D-1 player. It's what I want, and I felt like my performance last week showed off both me and my teammates' skills. So, I got a solid start and I'm looking to build off that momentum with the help of my line, and carry my same relaxed attitude to the game.
So overall, we are going into battle tomorrow night, period.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Windsor Wizards senior running back Conner Glenn is writing an exclusive diary for Windsor Now during the 2009 Wizards football season. Conner, who is drawing attention from Division I schools, will write down his thoughts and feelings from the previous week. Gridiron Diary will appear on page 3 each Sunday. Conner gained 153 yards on 11 carries and had one touchdown in Friday's 33-0 win over Frederick. Conner now has 405 rushing yards this season and four touchdowns.


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One of the "BRIGHTEST & LARGEST SOUTH FACING UPGRADED" Corner Units in the complex. This gorgeous open designed 807 SF main floor condo has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an awesome island kitchen with an abundance of maple cabinets, breakfast counter & stainless steel appliances. The huge living room has 2 large south facing windows & access to the covered patio with gas hook up for your BBQ. The master bedroom is massive, with a walk-through closet & 4 piece ensuite, as well as access to the patio. There is seeming endless "NEWER VINYL PLANK FLOORING" throughout this stunning unit. Many modern touches such as newer light fixtures & painted & decorated in warm inviting colours. Other features include in suite laundry & an underground heated parking stall & storage cage. Located close to shopping, public transportation, restaurants, Anthony Henday & access to walking trails around the lake scenic lake. Pride of ownership throughout. Move in ready. Condo fees include all utilities even electricity. A Must See!
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PSNC announced last month it was taking proposals for a service-based community pharmacy contract into its next round of funding negotiations with the Department of Health and Social Care (DH).
Speaking to C+D after her session at Sigma Pharmaceuticals' annual conference in Borneo last week (February 12), PSNC chief executive Sue Sharpe said negotiations have not yet started on the sector's funding for 2018-19.
She "hopes" that discussions will begin before PSNC and the National Pharmacy Association's (NPA) parallel High Court appeals against the pharmacy funding cuts in England, which are scheduled to be heard over three days from May 22, she told C+D.
Ms Sharpe told pharmacy minister Steve Brine last autumn that the appeal "must not interfere" with the upcoming negotiations, she said.
Rather than assessing the facts of the funding cuts, the "appeal is on a point of law only", Ms Sharpe stressed. "It really mustn't interfere with the work we've got to do on behalf of community pharmacy and with the work [the DH] needs to do in terms of making sure that they get the best out of the sector," she added.
While "dialogue is much better this year than it was last year", Ms Sharpe said "it is going to take a little while before [the DH] is ready to really start to discuss the way forward".
"When my successor Simon [Dukes] arrives in May, we'll probably be at a stage where we have some developments that he can work on," she added.
In the meantime, "we are in discussion with [the DH] about some interim measures that need to be put in place for the drug tariff in April, as we start the new financial year", she said.
Care-based services "at the core"
Ms Sharpe used her session at the conference to review how the pharmacy contract and the negotiator's relationship with the DH has changed during her time at PSNC.
Previous attempts to introduce a service-led contract for community pharmacy had "stalled" because of the global recession and "lukewarm" uptake of locally commissioned services, she told delegates.
When asked by C+D what will prevent current proposals for a similar service-focused contract from stalling – especially given the trend of locally decommissioning pharmacy services across England – Ms Sharpe said the contract will need to have "care-based services at the core…not just optional extras that are locally commissioned".
Pharmacy's work "this winter" – including its role in the NHS England 'Stay Well this Winter' campaign, and the fact community pharmacies in England have so far delivered over one million vaccinations as part of the 2017-18 flu service – should be proof for the DH of "how much they need pharmacy", she added.


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March 27, 2015
A poignant case study of humility. The ABA reports, "Prosecutor: I was 'arrogant, judgmental, narcissistic' in capital prosecution of now-exonerated man."
March 27, 2015
A poignant case study of humility. The ABA reports, "Prosecutor: I was 'arrogant, judgmental, narcissistic' in capital prosecution of now-exonerated man."
March 27, 2015
In December, 2013, the City Paper reported, "Two men want detectives made famous by David Simon to pay after flawed murder convictions put them in prison for decades."
After a significant victory in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in one of those cases, the Baltimore Police Department and its Detectives have appealed the decision to the United States Supreme Court. The latest phase of the litigation was covered in today's Maryland Daily Record. This link to the article is for subscribers only, but we'll post the reprint as soon as we get it.
March 19, 2015
As fans complete their March Madness bracket sheets for their office pools, many will wonder, if only fleetingly, is this legal? While we will not opine on the legality of such endeavors in this post, we draw your attention to at least one prosecutor's office that thinks otherwise. Fox News reports that a New Jersey man faces criminal prosecution after the pool he managed grew to an $837,000 pot and payouts were being made to the Genovese crime family. It seems the Know Your Customer rules apply to those running sports brackets as well as banks.
In this case about stolen documents from a library, the defendant is lucky the judge didn't throw the book at him.
March 4, 2015
The Washington Post reports how an FBI agent was able to procure drugs to feed his heroin addiction – by skimming them from bags seized as evidence in criminal cases. Our own Steve Levin is quoted in the article, "It's shocking that there was such little oversight," said Steven H. Levin, a private lawyer in Baltimore with 10 years' experience as a federal prosecutor. "It's something you would expect to see on a made-for-TV movie. . . . You're thinking, there is no way that could ever happen. And that's what happened."
In a related story, "Man Figures He Has 2 More Bites of Roommate's Leftovers Before It's Noticeable."
March 2, 2015
The Washington Post reports that the District of Columbia is to pay $9.2 million to a man wrongfully convicted of rape and robbery who spent more than 22 years in prison. According to the Post, Kirk L. Odom, 52, is one of five D.C. men convicted of rape or murder whose charges have been vacated since 2009 because they were based on erroneous forensics and testimony by an elite unit of FBI hair experts.
Carmen Johnson Convicted On Charges Related To Two Separate Residential Mortgage Fraud Schemes that occurred almost 10 years ago.
Chief Engineer Of Car-Carrier Vessel Sentenced To Prison For Obstruction Of Justice In Marine Oil Pollution Case (at least this conduct occurred within the last few years…)
Conspirator Indicted In $3.9 Million Fraud Scheme
Baltimore Woman Sentenced To 4 Years In Prison In Credit Card Fraud Scheme
Randallstown Man Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison In Counterfeit Check Cashing And Credit Card Skimming Schemes (Real time for fake cash)
Texas Man Sentenced For Illegal Export Of Night Vision Devices (I'm guessing he didn't see that coming).


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Sullivan Eastern Inc. Explores UAV Photogrammetry in their Construction Business
Based just outside of Raleigh North Carolina, Sullivan Eastern, Inc. is a leading site work, highway, and utility construction firm founded in 1993. Their projects cover commercial, residential, industrial, governmental, and municipal and include shopping centers, office complexes, subdivisions, apartment complexes, warehouses, schools, military bases, utilities, and roadways.
Sullivan Eastern Inc. is a technically advanced firm, adding new methods when they can show them to be useful and cost effective. This includes GPS units mounted to the equipment such as graders and dozers, along with GPS rovers so they constantly know the ground shape before, after, and during. This allows them to track quantities, control costs and maintain project schedules.
Living up to expectations is often a graveyard for emerging technologies! UAVs and drones have progressed far beyond their infancy in commercial applications, yet finding a clear business case for their benefits remains a work in progress. Adopting a UAV photogrammetry system had an immediate impact on the operations at Sullivan Eastern, Inc.
Ralph Carson, a Project Manager with Sullivan Eastern, Inc. with a background in Geological Engineering, was looking to incorporate new drone photo technology with advanced software to calculate stockpile volumes quickly and efficiently, and in addition, create site topographic data. In looking for cost effective advanced software, they found what they needed in PhotoModeler. www.photomodeler.com
In one of their projects called Beaverdam (Figure 1), they flew drone missions before and after some topsoil removal. The original volume measured by PhotoModeler above the reference plane was 424,425.4 cubic feet or 15,719 cubic yards. They hauled away 249 loads, at approximately 12 cubic yards each, for a total removal of 2,988 cubic yards by truck slip verification. The site was flown again and the volume computed by PhotoModeler over the same reference plane was 347,423.5 cubic feet (12,867.5 cubic yards). The drone photogrammetry volume difference was then 2,852 cubic yards. Close, but why the difference of 136 cubic yards?
It was determined that the first flight had not occurred until after lunch when the hauling had already started earlier in the day. Eleven loads had been removed already by truck ticket count (at approximately 132 cubic yards). 2,852 + 132 = 2984 cubic yards compared to the final haul logs of 2,988 cubic yards. A 4 cubic yards difference on 2988 cubic yards! Mr. Carson says the comparison is reasonable and shows how comparable the drone-based calculations are.
In another project (Figure 2), they compared the drone surface file with the bid-time CAD surface design. Using an 3D earthworks program, Agtek, they computed a volume between two layers. The photogrammetric project identified a topographical error that substantially increased quantities from those calculated off the plan topo. It was good to identify it, bring it to the Owners attention early for their input, and make site adjustments as the Owner sees fit. The contour data compiled by the PhotoModeler UAS software was the tool that provided a time sensitive, cost effective contour map of a 60-acre site. Sullivan Eastern, Inc prides themselves on accurate work and the drone photogrammetry work can help them with that.
Mr. Carson concludes, "Everyone here is amazed at what can be done quickly with the drone and PhotoModeler software. Especially for a recent project, a site at 43 acres in size, which took 18 min of fly time with the drone." He continues, "We can now efficiently fly over, after clearing the site and after grubbing, to confirm plan contours and note any errors up front and track monthly quantities of we want to."
With large acreage sites, we are able to fly the drone at low altitude, creating a complete, detailed 3D model. When viewing in plan view, it provides for a detailed site progress photo for the project owners. (Figure 3).
Sullivan Eastern, Inc studies technology, such as GPS, CAD, and 3D earthworks software, and adds them to their tool chest when determined to be accurate and cost effective. Drone-based photogrammetry with PhotoModeler has been a well accepted addition for them.
Mr. Carson concludes, "PhotoModeler is a fast, accurate, cost effective tool to provide data in 3D models, calculate stockpile volumes, contour data maps with exportable files and provides the ability within the software to manipulate the 3D model to identify any potential site issues".


text: WASHINGTON (Reuters) – A top House Democrat edged the U.S. Congress closer to a legal fight with President Donald Trump over its investigations of him, saying on Friday he would rather appeal to the courts than pursue contempt charges if Trump's tax returns are not released. The Treasury Department was expected to disregard a Friday deadline imposed by House tax committee Chairman Richard Neal for handing over Trump's returns, the latest example of a broad stonewalling strategy by Trump against congressional probes. Asked whether he was considering pursuing contempt charges against administration officials as a result, Neal told CNN: "I don't see what good it would do at this particular time. I think that if both sides have made up their minds, better to move it over to the next branch of government, the judiciary." Neal issued subpoenas last week to Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service seeking six years of Trump's individual and business tax returns. He set a deadline of 5 p.m. (2100 GMT) on Friday for Treasury to produce the returns. Unlike Neal, other top Democrats faced with administration defiance over inquiries have moved toward contempt charges. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler's panel voted last week to recommend that the House cite Attorney General William Barr with contempt of Congress. Democratic leaders are considering bundling several separate contempt citations into a single House of Representatives package to bring to a floor vote later this year. Trump is flatly refusing to cooperate in numerous U.S. congressional probes of himself, his family and his presidency. On Wednesday, White House counsel Pat Cipollone sent a letter to Nadler, saying Congress has no right to conduct a "do-over" of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe, and that it would not participate in his committee's investigation. On Thursday, House Oversight Committee Chairman Elijah Cummings announced another probe into the Trump administration, targeting what Cummings called "secret ethics waivers," or allowing political appointees to continue working on matters they worked on before entering government. Cummings said in a statement he had requested that the administration turn over copies of waivers for political appointees to let them conduct official business, despite potential conflicts of interest.


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Looking ahead, looking now…do you ever wonder if what you've been currently immersed in doing, is worthwhile? Do you wonder if this great pursuit you've spent lots of time, money, and effort in following, is true and right, and most important of all, not a waste of your time and life?
Why does a person choose one project to work on, and steers clear of others, seemingly just as worthy?
I may start on one of these…which would you pick?
The Sari Ribbon Tote pattern, from Love of Knitting Quick Knits, will have to be altered because I only have 160 yards of Alp, rather than the 5 skeins (300 yd) of Leilani Arts Sari Ribbon that it calls for. So I will find a coordinating or contrasting bulky yarn for the bottom and do the top of the bag in Alp.
What about this, a cable sweater for a doll? Maybe a good idea to take on a mini-sweater before I work on a real big one. The directions are seriously complicated. I tried to contact the designer with a question about the directions but I haven't heard back.
Another possibility is a toddler tunic in Caron Simply Soft acrylic, in a subtle, soft Victorian Rose hue.
You may have guessed that we didn't have Knitting this week. But I wanted to publish regularly as lectured in Zero to Hero Day 29.
I read that my old boss passed away yesterday, on his 75th birthday.
He was an employer who made a great difference in my life, in my career. But my little accomplishments pale next to the great things he did. I hope that, apart from the circumstances that brought him home to his maker, he died a happy man, feeling that he finished the race with honor.


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Norfolk Car Rental Comparison
Do you need to know all about car rental in Norfolk, Virginia?
Norfolk, Virginia is a city with about 1/4 of a million residents, located where the Elizabeth River runs into the Chesapeake Bay. Norfolk is the 2nd biggest city in Virginia (only Virginia Beach is larger) and is the heart of the "Hampton Roads" area, which consists of nine cities, including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Chesapeake. Norfolk and Hampton Roads as a whole are the cultural, business and economic centers of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
If you're going to be in Norfolk, or anywhere in Hampton Roads, let VroomVroomVroom be your guide to booking a cheap rental car in this wonderful and historic community! We are the experts in cheap car rental rate comparison, and there are never any hidden fees when you book with us! You'll receive an instant email confirmation of your booking. Then when you arrive in Norfolk, just show it to the rental car agency and you'll be good to go!
Here is some more useful info about Norfolk, VA!
Norfolk is the home of one of the country's key military centers, the United States Navy's Naval Station Norfolk. Located in the northwest corner of the city, this installation is headquarters for the Atlantic Fleet (now officially called the United States Fleet Forces Command) and is home port for the Second Fleet, which includes around 62 thousand active duty personnel, 75 ships, and 132 aircraft. Naval Station Norfolk is also the headquarters of NATO and the United States Joint Forces Command!
As home to such a large military presence, the Norfolk region's economy is driven by a lot of defense contracting, especially the building and repairing of ships.
Norfolk International Airport, located in Norfolk, and Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport in Newport News are the most common destinations for travelers flying to Norfolk.
Norfolk International Airport (airport code ORF) is located near Chesapeake Bay, along the city limits of Norfolk and Virginia Beach. This airport sees around 3.7 million passengers per year, with 25 major city destinations offered via nonstop flights. Norfolk International has 8 on-airport car rental agencies – Advantage, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz and National. They have offices located below the lobby of the main terminal, in the baggage claim area.
The main airport for the entire Virginia Peninsula is Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (airport code: PHF, which stands for Patrick Henry Field). Previously one of the fastest growing airports in the country, this airport lost its largest carrier in 2012 and has been dealing with staff layoffs and declines in passenger service. At PHF you'll find 5 car rental companies with counters on-site in the main airport terminal, near baggage claim. They are Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz and National.


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Jan 17, 2019
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Taipei, Taiwan's National Applied Research Laboratories (NARLabs) launched a laboratory animal center in Taipei on Thursday with the aim of achieving the best conditions for experimental animal breeding.
With a focus on improving the breeding environment, the National Laboratory Animal Center (NLAC) will be kept at a constant temperature and humidity throughout the year, NARLabs said.
Built at cost of NT$2 billion (US$646.4 million), the center in National Biotechnology Research Park in Taipei's Nangang District is also equipped with a ventilation system that ensures a circulation of fresh air around the clock, NARLabs said.
"In here, animals come first," said NLAC researcher Genie Chin
According to NARLabs, the lab staff will be required to don sterile suits before entering the guinea pig and rabbit breeding area on the first floor.
On each floor, there is catwalk for use by maintenance staff to prevent contamination of the breeding areas, NARLabs said.
The primary purpose of the center is the breeding of small laboratory animals, including rats, mice, guinea pigs and rabbits, NARLabs said.
The center is also equipped to carry out small-scale experiments, surgery, biomedical imaging and embryo manipulation procedures, NARLabs said.
The facilities in the center can be used for studies pertaining to cancer, immunity, metabolism and neurodegeneration, NARLabs said.
Wang Chi-kuang deputy director of NLAC, said the newly established center contains 6,500 cages for animal experiments and breeding.
With 830,000 fertilized eggs of rare mice, the center is also a repository, said Wang.
Source: Focus Taiwan News Channel
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Dates to Remember
Dates to Remember
Fall 2014 we will again look for 1 lucky candidate who will spend a year abroad during the school year of 2015-2016. Below are some key dates.
Confirmed dates at school info sessions:
LCHS Lloydminster Comprehensive High School: TBA
Holy Rosary High School: TBA
Date TBA, 7pm Parent Night- The night you bring your parent(s) for an information evening. There is nothing to bring but your questions, maybe a notepad and your parents plus your completed Preliminary Outbound Student application if your decision is made to apply. This will be held at the Lloydminster Comprehensive High School in the library.
Date TBA- Preliminary Outbound Student application together with school transcript from 2014 end of school year must be in to school counsellor by this date. Please review these carefully and ensure all areas are signed. These documents are available here.
Date TBA- Interview Day This is the evening we interview all candidates and their parents. It's important all attend. At the end of the evening our proposed exchange student for the 2015/2016 school year is chosen. The journey of course has just begun! Location: TBA
Further dates
January 2015- District Interview in Edmonton
February/March 2015- Students receive information about their host country.
March 20-22 2015- Youth Exchange Spring Orientation 2015, mandatory attendance for the student and parent(s)
July/August 2015- students depart for their host country.


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Commercial Property blog
Friday 22nd May 2020
On Wednesday 20 May, the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill (the "Bill") was introduced to Parliament. The aim of this Bill is to protect viable businesses from collapse during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Corporate Governance
The Bill intends to lift regulatory requirements of company meetings and filing requirements between 26 March 2020 and 30 September 2020. There will be more...
Wednesday 6th May 2020
On 27 April 2020, the UK government announced that, between 4 May 2020 and 4 November 2020, UK-based businesses which have been negatively affected by coronavirus will be able to apply for a loan of up to 25% of their annual turnover, with a minimum loan of £2,000 and a maximum loan of £50,000, under the Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS).
Loans will be repayable over a maximum...
Wednesday 29th April 2020
The unprecedented disruption caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is putting more pressure on commercial tenants than ever before as they are left with decimated income streams and a continuing obligation to pay rent. In a move to protect high street retailers and other companies, the UK government has introduced temporary new measures to prevent heavy-handed commercial landlords...
Tuesday 21st April 2020
As the government restrictions on business operation and social interaction get renewed for a further period of at least three weeks, with many experts warning it may last significantly longer, we consider whether COVID-19 is likely to engage the legal concepts of 'frustration' and 'supervening illegality' in the context of property contracts in England and Wales.
Friday 17th April 2020
Last updated: 17 April 2020
Please note, the following information has been prepared from the latest HMLR update on 16 April 2020 and replaces our earlier update on 31 March 2020, but may still be subject to change. For the latest information direct from HMLR, please click here.
The Land Registry has announced that their essential property transaction services, such as index map...
Thursday 9th April 2020
To help survive the challenging trading environment, two sources of funds which businesses may wish to consider are the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme (CBILS) and business interruption insurance.
Business Interruption Loans
Businesses in need of short term cash flow support as a result of the Coronavirus, may be able to apply for a Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan,...
Tuesday 7th April 2020
Like most companies, Companies House has taken relevant actions to protect the welfare of their employees and is complying with the guidelines advised by Public Health England. As a result, Companies House is reporting that it may not be able to process paper filing of documents as quickly as usual.
To ensure your company's annual accounts are filed on time, Companies House is...
Monday 6th April 2020
The Coronavirus has caused many businesses to suffer significant declines in cashflow owing to mandatory closures, a cautious market and marooned workforce. Many management teams may feel that they should 'fight through', incurring debts and paying outgoings to enable their company to weather the crisis, but may be wary of potential wrongful trading liability. However, the...
Monday 6th April 2020
Getting your business ready for sale is a daunting prospect. Unless you have sold one before, you may not know what to expect. Luckily, there are steps you can take to ensure that you set off on the right foot for a streamlined sale process, with minimal stress and delay.
Getting documents in order is an inevitable task for business owners. At no time is this more important than in...
Monday 6th April 2020
On 9 January 2020, the Law Commission, further to their 2016 consultation, published their report on options to reduce premiums payable by flat owners ("tenants") to their landlords to extend the term of their lease or buy their freehold interest.
The report discusses three potential reform options which centre upon how premiums are calculated with the overarching focus being to...
Friday 27th March 2020
Following the outbreak of COVID-19, the majority of business premises, including registered offices, are now closed and a large proportion of employees are working from home. This raises two obvious questions; what if I wish to serve a document on a third party? And, what if a document is sent to a vacant office?
These questions can be relevant in a number of contexts; most obviously court...
Friday 27th March 2020
In light of the dramatic events of the last few weeks, many companies will find themselves in a position where they are no longer able to perform contracts or alternatively have counterparties claiming they are in that position. If you find yourself on either side of that situation you should check your contract for the existence of a force majeure clause.
What is a force majeure clause?
Friday 27th March 2020
As the unprecedented disruption to normal life created by the recent government lockdown on vast swathes of the high street and many other forms of commercial property continues unabated, landlords and tenants are faced with difficult decisions to make in respect of their lease obligations, and in particular the payment of rent and other charges under their leases, while tenants are unable to...
Wednesday 27th November 2019
Promoting your product or service through advertising is an important part of any business, whether that be done via traditional methods, such as newspapers, magazines or on the radio or via relatively modern methods, such as by using social media channels like Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. Whichever way you choose to do it for your business, it is important to get it right for so many...
Tuesday 17th September 2019
Though perhaps not reflecting the views of millions of people up and down the country, in the property world at least, the High Court has held that Brexit is not a frustrating event.
In Canary Wharf (BP4) 1 Limited and Others v European Medicines Agency [2019] EWHC 335 (Ch), the European Medicines Agency ("EMA") sought a declaration from the court that Brexit would frustrate its 25...
Tuesday 19th March 2019
Starting a business or running an existing one can be overwhelming and we understand why you might be reluctant to pile more onto your plate. However, having a Shareholders' Agreement in place is one addition that is worth it in the long run, both financially and emotionally!
What is it?
A Shareholders' Agreement sets out the various rights and obligations of the shareholders,...
Wednesday 29th August 2018
Any landlord who seeks to dispose of their property interest in mixed use or residential blocks must first consider whether they need to serve a section 5 notice on the leaseholders. This is because the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 (the 'Act') grants certain leaseholders a right of first refusal ('RFR') over certain disposals by the landlord. The effect of the Act is...
Wednesday 29th August 2018
Many a lady would go head over heels for a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes. The signature patent-red soles are synonymous with success, wealth and power; an unmistakeable design in the
eyes of the consumer and now, the law.
Going toe-to-toe
The European Court of Justice ("ECJ") has recently ruled in favour of the luxury footwear designer in the case of Christian Louboutin and...
Wednesday 18th July 2018
Leasing out rooftop areas and unused land to electronic communications operators may seem an attractive option for landowners, providing them with a regular source of income for formerly unoccupied space.
However, the Digital Economy Act 2017 introduced a replacement Code into the Communications Act 2003 which is a statutory regime applying to new leases created on...
Friday 18th May 2018
The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has been described as the biggest change to data protection law for a generation. However, it is an evolution rather than a revolution. Many of its principles are much the same as those in the Data Protection Act (DPA). Clients who already have an effective data governance programme for complying with the DPA are likely to be...
Thursday 14th December 2017
Blue v Ashley [2017] EWHC 1928
A recent High Court case between Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley and a former Sports Direct consultant has confirmed the fundamental need for intention in the formation of a contract, while also highlighting the litigation risk inherent in oral agreements.
The Case
In January 2013, Mr Ashley sat in the Horse and Groom pub in central London with a number of...
Thursday 3rd August 2017
Part 21A and Schedule 1A to the Companies Act 2006 (CA 2006) came into force on 6 April 2016 with a view to increasing the transparency of who owns and controls companies in the UK. Most companies and LLPs registered in England and Wales have been required to produce, keep and maintain a dedicated register of people with significant control (PSC) over that company (a PSC register). However,...
Wednesday 14th December 2016
TWM acted for Brydg Capital Limited, and its syndicated participants, in relation to a short term loan to a commercial premises in Mayfair.
The loan, a £1.5m bridge, was to a Delaware (US) registered company which had to be underwritten alongside the property as security. The property was split commercial and residential with planning for whole residential use, but is currently subject...
Tuesday 13th December 2016
TWM Solicitors has recently acted for the shareholders of Darenth Valley Golf on its sale. TWM provided an integrated range of advisory services to Darenth Valley Golf, advising on the company and business law aspects of the sale and also providing advice in relation to the land owned by the company.
The 18 hole, par 72, parkland course in Kent was founded in 1973 by Michael Cross, and had...
Monday 12th December 2016
TWM Solicitors has recently acted for Tindle Newspapers Ltd in relation to the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Isle of Man Newspapers Ltd, a company incorporated in and trading in the Isle of Man, from Johnston Press plc. The deal worth £4.25m includes three titles - the Isle of Man Examiner, the Isle of Man Courier, and Manx Independent, as well as the...
TWM Solicitors advises on business restructure of Sven Christiansen plc and subsequent creation of Sven group
Friday 1st July 2016
TWM Solicitors has recently acted for Sven Christiansen plc with regards to the restructuring of its business, including the sale of 50 per cent of the issued share capital of the Company, buyback of shares and the subsequent creation of the Sven Group.
Sven Christiansen, which was founded in 1974, is a British manufacturer of office furniture. Headquartered in Guildford and with a factory in...
Tuesday 26th April 2016
TWM Solicitors have recently acted for the shareholders of Easy Convey Ltd with regards to the sale of 51 per cent of the issued share capital to OneMove Technologies Inc.
Easy Convey Ltd, which was founded in 2000, has established itself as an electronic conveyancing specialist providing a comprehensive case management solution for conveyancers in England and Wales. During 2015, their...
Wednesday 23rd March 2016
South east law firm TWM Solicitors has advised the renowned British sports car manufacturer TVR on the investment by the Welsh Government in the company as part of the initial arrangements for its new production facility to be located in Ebbw Vale, South Wales. The deal sees the Welsh Government take an equity stake in TVR, with production of the new car set to commence next year.
Friday 26th February 2016
Leading south east law firm TWM Solicitors has advised the shareholders of London & Surrey Property Holdings Ltd on its sale to Channel Islands Stock Exchange listed Glenstone Property.
The merger will give both parties a larger and more diverse portfolio. While Glenstone has mainly invested in retail, London & Surrey owns a range of commercial and residential properties, centred...
Tuesday 16th February 2016
What is it?
The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act 2015 (the Act) has amended companies and Limited Liability Partnerships' (LLP) obligations under the Companies Act 2006 by adding the requirement to keep a register of 'people with significant control' (PSC's). This requirement will come into force from 6 April 2016.
What are companies required to do?
From 6...
Thursday 6th August 2015
Last month, HMRC published two discussion documents which will be of widespread interest to employers and employees or contractors alike. The first, published on 17th July 2015, concerns what is commonly known as IR35. The second, published a week later, concerns the taxation of payments made on termination of employment.
The IR35 legislation was first introduced in 2000 to tackle the...
Tuesday 18th November 2014
The Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Bill is currently making its way through Parliament, and the Government intending to pass the Bill into law in 2015. The Bill is intended to reduce the barriers that currently hamper the ability of small businesses to innovate, grow and compete and of particular relevance to UK companies are the provisions dealing with the transparency...
Friday 14th November 2014
TWM partner, Peter Stevens contributed an article to New Law Journal which first appeared on 31 October 2014. The article concerned a recent ruling by the ECJ that limits the scope of subject access requests.
To download a copy of the article, click New Law Journal article
Tuesday 4th November 2014
As you may remember from our June 2014 Employment Bulletin there has recently been some uncertainty with respect to whether holiday pay can comprise of basic salary alone or whether overtime and commission should also be included.
These issues have far reaching consequences as they could mean that employers will need to increase the amount of holiday pay paid to...
Thursday 13th February 2014
Businesses that supply goods, facilities or services to the public will need to be made aware of a recent Supreme Court decision concerning their obligations under anti-discrimination legislation. The court held that hotel owners who refused a double room to a gay couple in a civil partnership, on religious grounds, had directly discriminated...
Thursday 9th January 2014
Listed below is a summary of the major business and legislative development taking effect in the year ahead
Early in year
Banking Reform Bill expected to receive Royal Assent
31 January
New TUPE regulations come into force. For details, visit New TUPE Regulations
13 March
Consultation on zero hours contracts (Code of Practice and banning...
Monday 23rd December 2013
On 13th December 2013, the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 were passed. The Regulations make a number of important changes to the rules governing business to consumer (B2C) contracts made by mail order, internet, telephone or fax, or anywhere else away from the trader's premises,...
Monday 25th November 2013
The High Court has partially upheld an application for summary judgment against a senior employee who tried to transplant his employer's business to a competitor. His plan included taking over the employer's premises, incorporating a company with a similar name and facilitating the recruitment by the competitor of a substantial section of the employer's workforce. Despite the absence of any...
Tuesday 8th October 2013
Why monitor third-party use of social media?
It is sensible to look for potentially damaging comments about a company and/or its products or services, plus any infringement of the company's intellectual property.
Social media monitoring can also be an effective customer service tool, for example allowing you to respond to disgruntled customers.
Issues to consider when designing a...
Tuesday 10th September 2013
Peter Stevens, a Partner in our Business Law Department, recently took part in an interesting virtual round table discussion on International Joint Ventures.
To visit the discussion please click here http://goo.gl/UmDEUN
Thursday 25th July 2013
This business briefing sets out how a business can comply with its obligations under consumer protection legislation.
Unfair commercial practices
Consumer protection legislation provides a general prohibition on unfair commercial practices.
Misleading acts or omissions
A business must not mislead consumers through acts or omissions. For example:
- A business falsely tells a consumer their...
Wednesday 24th July 2013
Towards the end of this year, 46 sales agents across the UK will offer the BMW i range of revolutionary electric cars. Each will have specialist technical capabilities allowing them to carry out repairs to the vehicles' high voltage batteries. A wider service network is planned to offer extended coverage for the general service, maintenance and repair of BMW...
Thursday 25th April 2013
The Government's insistence on forcing through the Employer Shareholder Scheme (first referred to in our December blog) -against the opposition of all who have read and understand the proposal- is beginning to resemble a Whitehall farce. To placate the House of Lords who have consistently thrown the proposal out the Government have had to make the following...
Monday 28th January 2013
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has issued interim guidelines for use by the Criminal Prosecution Service (CPS) when considering whether to bring charges in cases involving communications sent via social media such as Facebook and Twitter (including instances of re-sending and re-tweeting).
The guidance, which has immediate effect, sets out four different types of communicated...
Wednesday 14th November 2012
If you key the words "company formations" into Google, a large number of results are displayed, with some companies boasting of cheap company formations packages, often under £50.
The small print of such formation agents can state that the fee advertised is exclusive of VAT, Companies House, & any other...
Tuesday 25th September 2012
A recent High Court decision is a reminder that businesses should consistently follow their chosen methods of incorporating standard terms, such as printing terms on the back of documents and retaining copies of signed agreements. The case concerned a claim for a contribution to £7 million of liability for negligence or breach of contract. The court had to decide whether the defendant's...
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Free Sample – Manhattan Island Coffee – EXPIRED
Manhattan Island Coffee Roasters want to show you how good their coffee is. Just take a short survey and you can snag free coffee sample
* US Only. Limit one set per household. While supplies last. Thanks Reddit. Please allow up to 10 weeks or more for delivery & processing. Samples may or may not come depending on if the company can fulfill the samples or any reason up to their discretion at all.


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The words used by retailers to describe the seminars presented by bridal professionals during The London Bridal Show included: riveting, inspiring, thought-provoking, educational, entertaining, challenging. Moderated by Susi Rogol of Bridal Buyer, these sessions have proved to be a huge hit. We take a look at some of the questions raised by retailers and the answers given…
SR: Nick - Minimums. Where do you stand on this as so many shops say minimums are causing them cash flow problems? Would you be prepared to take back sample dresses that fail to generate orders and issue credits for them?
Nick Day of Justin Alexander: We produce upwards of 50 new samples for each of our collections and to be listed as a stockist you have to buy a fair proportion. If we were to list stockists who buy just a few pieces, then we would have to increase the number of stockists we have to cover the styles that we are advertising.
We all know that brides travel miles in order to try on dresses and it doesn't do anything for labels to be in too many shops. In fact, I would say it devalues the label.
There is no such thing as a free dress. Depending on how a supplier is set up they can choose to give away free samples or take back 'duff' designs. But those dresses have to be paid for somewhere and the cost would have to be built into the price of the dresses.
During the next year, we will reinvest what will be millions of pounds back into our industry through better interactive websites and social media platforms. Our goal is to get more brides through our stockists' doors and hopefully sell more of our dresses.
We all know it is impossible to predict with 100% accuracy what will be the winning designs for the next season. From ten dresses you may be lucky and have five or six that are real winners. There will be a couple that do OK but as sure as eggs are eggs there will be some that just don't work. Consider why. It may be that you've got the dress in the wrong colour, or the wrong size, or you've got a competing style, or simply that you or your staff don't like a particular design.
SR: Tony - You deal with a diverse number of well established brands and a broad range of boutiques covering different price brackets and customer types. What do you recommend to shops in terms of ordering patterns? Do too many shops carry too many brands and too few pieces of each? And, what about space allocation in store - should accessories have their own space? And another one for you - what about Designer Days - should shops get involved and plan a whole season of them?
Tony Bromilow, sales agent for Miranda Templeton, Modeca, and Cabotine: Overall, I think stores tend to carry too many brands. The shops that buy well into fewer collections are the shops that repeat well and build long-term relationships with their suppliers. It is important not to over-commit to too many brands as they each have minimums that you are required to buy each season/year. It is equally important to accept if a brand is not working for you and to discuss this with your agent. We are here to offer advice and support our stockists as much as possible.
Designer Days, when marketed properly, can prove to be very successful and give stores a chance to see the dresses on their brides and consider what they may be missing from the collection.
In terms of accessories, it is of course up to the individual boutique, but having allocated space helps showcase the products to best advantage and invites a bride to touch, try, and choose.
Even more expert advice can be seen in the latest issue of Bridal Buyer.


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Hike Max Patch Near Asheville, NC
Max Patch Is an Ideal Trail In Winter or In Summer
The mountains of Western North Carolina offer breathtaking views and pristine forests. For the outdoor adventurer, these mountains are great to visit at just about any time of the year.
Max Patch offers views, a number of trails, and a beautiful setting to spend the day or just a few hours.
These trails offer breathtaking vistas and scenery all during the year. For this hub, I actually hiked this in winter, but it's equally beautiful in summer and spectacular in autumn.
My Video at the Top of Max Patch
Getting to Max Patch
Max Patch is in Madison County, NC, right along the Tennessee border. It's not too far from Asheville, NC.
Mileage-wise it's about 40 miles away at its shortest distance, but the curvy mountain roads keep you from going too fast.
It takes about an hour and twenty minutes to get there from Asheville, NC.
Getting to the Trailhead
From Asheville - From US 19/23, head west. Turn west onto NC 63 (New Leicester Highway) until it intersects with NC 209. Follow 209 until you get to Caldwell Mountain Road and turn left. Then go right onto Meadow Fork Road and take another left onto Little Creek Road. Go until you see the parking lot on the right for Max Patch.
From Knoxville, TN - Take I-40 E into North Carolina and take Exit 7. Turn left off of the exit onto a gravel road. Continue for about 6 miles and then turn right onto Max Patch road. Continue for 2.5 miles; the parking lot will be on the right.
Max Patch, NC
Max Patch - A Little History
Max Patch runs along the Appalachian Trail. This trail, which many a local refers to it as the "AT", stretches from Georgia to Maine.
Max Patch itself is a mountain bald - no trees grow there. However, at slightly lower elevations, trees and rhododendrons grow plentifully.
The mountain summit is 4,616 ft above sea level. It is quite high for the surrounding area, though Mount Mitchell, farther to the northeast in Yancey County, is higher. It sits at 6,684 feet above sea level - the highest mountain peak in the Eastern US.
The Trails
For the views - There is a trail that heads straight up to the summit - it's short and sweet, but quite steep. It's the quickest route to the 360º views.
Some shorter trails - You can take a 1 mile loop starting out of the parking lot. Basically you skirt the mountain and can get to the top later on. This trail does intersect with other trails, so you can choose to make your hike longer if you like.
Hike to Lemon Gap - This is a great hike with a 2422 ft elevation gain from start to finish. You can do this trail in one of two ways:
- Treat it as an out and back. It will be 9.5 miles round trip.
- Get a friend and two cars. Park one at one end of the trail and shuttle to the other end. That way, you have a car at the end of the trail and can do a little over 4.7 miles and shuttle back.
If you really want a workout, start at Lemon Gap and hike up. If you have relatives visiting from lower elevations, it might be good to go from the summit down.
When you're hiking to Lemon Gap, you're actually on the Appalachian Trail. Theoretically, you really could make this a very long hike if you wanted to.
Winter Views From Max PatchClick thumbnail to view full-size
On This Particular Day
Max Patch is a year-round destination. All the pictures in this hub are from the winter hike we took. Though the skies were clear, it was chilly and windy. The frigid temperatures dipped into the lower 30s earlier in the day.
We bundled up, herded the dogs, and headed out. Usually when we do this trail, we start at Lemon Gap and head up. However, erring on the side of caution, we decided a long trail hike in cold temperatures might not be a great idea. Though we had plenty of food and water, we elected to hike the trails that skirted the awe-inspiring summit and culminate our mini-trek with views at the top.
The trees were still asleep with no sign of green. It was beautiful to see rhododendron plants with their leaves all curled up. They curl up when it's cold and stretch out to their full size when the weather warms up. A few pine trees dotted the landscape.
What's most breathtaking about Max Patch is the fact that it is so bald. The mountains in western NC usually are lush with plants and animals. But, it's almost like someone drew a line where the trees end and the bald begins.
As we walked, we encountered bales of hay and interesting brush along the route. I wondered who in the world would come to such a remote place just to roll bales of hay. But, I suppose the forest service has to clip the grass in the fall so that it's not an overwhelming mat of decomposition in the winter months going into spring.
One of the highlights was encountering ice. It's actually more interesting than you think. It formed into little noodle-like formations. I'm sure there's some scientific explanation as to why that happened, but I'm content to wonder. I can't recall another time I've seen ice look like spaghetti squash and actually form that way on its own.
We enjoyed our winter hike and look forward to a summer hike at Max Patch.
This content is accurate and true to the best of the author's knowledge and is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a qualified professional.
© 2012 Cynthia Calhoun
I've been through Asheville. Beautiful area. Great hub.
It is really pathetic how infrequently I make it to Asheville and the surrounding area. My family goes all the time, but I never do! I'm hoping to be a vendor at the fall LEAF, though, so hopefully I'll be up that way soon!
It is nice to know that we have so many places to explore and learn things about them. Really you have written a very detailed and smooth account of this place.
Max Patch is indeed one of North Carolina's treasures. My family loves to hike and we have this tail on our list. People who think North Carolina is uncivilized and ugly just are ignorant to its beauty and culture.
The ice noodles may have shaped when frost formed on icicles or when the ice began to melt and quickly refroze. It sounds amazing. I love hiking n winter. One can see the most unusual things. Thanks for the great virtual visit to Max Patch..
Ice? Wow! I would have never thought that. I love your style of writing. I feel like I'm right there. Voted up and useful. Take care, kelley
Great hub and wonderful trail. Encountering ice must have been a great experience. Love this hub. Voted up.
This hub is great! A lot of useful information for those of us that are a bit of adventurers. Voted up!
I love those mountains my neighbor. When I moved here I was shocked to learn they are higher and more treacherous than the mountains in Pennylsvania. It has been a long time since I have hiked. Need to get back in gear. This is an inspiring way to start!
Excellent hub here. I especially like your use of the the picture thumbnail to squeeze all the pictures in. Voting this Up and Beautiful and thanks for SHARING.
This was a really great hub with good information @@ thanks for sharing...
Interesting and useful
Informative hub and I like the fact that you have actually done it.
Thanks for SHARING. Voted up and interesting.
Mountain hiking is one of my favorite pass time affair. I have not been to other countries, but I think Nepal is also a nice place for hiking, trekking, or even mountain expeditions. Thanks for sharing your story. I enjoyed reading your information laden content.
I hope to visit NC one of these years.
I love the mountains and being able to be out in nature. This was a great hub with good information for those who would be looking for a place to hike.
Well illustrated and written hub! Max Patch is an awesome place indeed. It is one of those places that stuck out when I hiked the AT, as those Southern Balds are just as eerie as they are beautiful. It sounds like you had a fun hike. Oh, and thanks for linking to some of my hubs.


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Expat Australian Producer Mark Moffatt is the new President of the Americana Music Association in Nashville, Tennessee.
The AMA has announced its newly appointed Executive Committee and goals for the 2014 calendar year during its recent annual Board of Directors retreat in Nashville, TN.
The Americana Music Association is a professional trade organization whose mission is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots Music around the world.


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Towne, Ryan & Partners, P.C. provides a full range of construction law services to our clients. From contract negotiations to lien foreclosure to arbitration proceedings and construction-related disputes, we have extensive experience in protecting the rights of owners (both public and private), developers, owners, architects and design professionals, contractors, subcontractors, materialmen and sureties in disputes involving all aspects of construction projects.
Our practice includes the negotiation and drafting of design and construction management contracts, advising clients on contract interpretation and contract administration, claim avoidance, public procurement laws, labor and employment issues, OSHA, bid protests, claim management, and litigation and arbitration of construction matters, as well as being intimately involved in the financing of construction projects.
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We have utilized a variety of techniques to avoid litigation if that is what is in the best interest of the client and the project. Our Firm has experience representing commercial construction enterprises, as retained lender counsel and as examining counsel in connection with construction financing. The Firm acted as construction counsel for the owner on a $42 million construction project where a New York State agency was designated as lead SEQRA for planning and zoning purposes.
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For two decades, Mr. Towne was an active member of the American Arbitration Association's Construction and Commercial Panels of Arbitrators, serving as an arbitrator on matters ranging from minor construction disputes to publicly traded entities where tens of millions of dollars in damages were sought.
Mr. Towne has represented clients as general counsel on the construction and renovation of two gaming facilities totaling $85 million in construction work. He was also general counsel for one of the area's largest general contractors for 10 years.


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10 most common misconceptions about Acne (Pimples)
There are plenty of misconceptions out there regarding acne causes and development. Understanding acne means sorting through fact and fiction.
Many of the beliefs we hold about the causes of acne are actually myths. Let's take a look and uncover the truth about what really causes acne and what doesn't.
Acne [Pimples] is a disorder of the pilosebaceous unit, or what we commonly call the hair follicle or pore.
Excess oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria become trapped within the follicle, creating an impaction. If the follicle wall ruptures, inflammation occurs and a pimple is created.
1) Diet causes acne
Contrary to popular belief, no proof has been found that acne is caused by a diet. Chocolate causing acne is the most common misconception there is about acne. Several scientific studies have been performed on this subject, but none of them could confirm this theory. Other foods like sugar oil, milk and seafood are not known to cause acne.
2) Popping pimples helps.
Popping pimples will not help you to get rid of them. They might go away for a few hours but will always come back worse. If you pop a pimple you are opening the wound so bacteria and dirt can get in to cause redness and infections.
3) Washing your face helps fights acne.
Washing your face will get your face clean of dirt, but it will also dry out and irritate your skin. So wash your face at most twice a day with gentle soap and do not rub it clean or dry to avoid irritating the skin.
4) Only teenagers have acne.
Most teenagers have acne and in most cases, these problems will clear up when they reach their 20s, but some people still have acne problems when they are 30 or 40.
5) The sun will clear your acne.
The sun might help clear your acne on the short term because it will dry the skin. But it is not a good remedy for acne in the long run. Usually, your acne will come back after a while and probably will be worse. The best way is to protect your skin by using sunscreen.
6) Makeup gets you acne.
Choose makeup that is non-acnegenic or non-comedogenic, so they won't clog your pores. For people with severe acne, best is not to use makeup at all. If you're not sure about what cosmetics to use consult your dermatologist or doctor.
7) You can stop medication ones your acne is cleared.
Don't stop your medication without consulting your doctor or dermatologist. If you stop your medication to soon, your acne might come back.
8) Stress causes acne.
Acne may cause stress, but not the other way around. Some stress medication may cause acne as a side effect. If you're not sure if your drug gives you acne, consult your doctor.
9) Acne can be cured.
No cure for acne has been found yet, but there are a lot of treatments available for reducing acne and acne scarring.
10) You can't help acne scarring.
The best way to prevent acne scarring is to prevent acne. If you treat your acne early and for as long as it takes, you can minimize scarring.


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ORLANDO, Fla. (MARCH 28, 2018) KareKare Curl, Aquatica Orlandos anticipated new attraction will be making its grand debut to park guests on Friday, April 12.
"KareKare" means "waves" in the Maori language and when combined with "Curl" meaning in a curved shape, this new ride could be described as a "curve shaped wave" which riders will experience when climbing the vertical wave wall. True to its name and holding two passengers, this new slide delivers a high-adrenaline, weightless adventure. With the addition of KareKare Curl Aquatica Orlando will become the thrill leader among Florida waterparks, with more high thrill rides than any other.
The opening of KareKare Curl will signal the second year in a row that Aquatica Orlando unveils a new attraction, following the opening of the Ray Rush, the parks newest attraction which was recently named the worlds best new water ride in a nationwide poll.


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After a short break our Star Author promotion is back! To kick it off again we have a fantastic author joining us this month, Stacy Gregg.
Stacy Gregg is a New Zealand author who has written the Pony Club Secrets series, including Blaze and the Dark Rider and Comet and the Champion's Cup, and the new Pony Club Rivals series, starting with The Audition. She has a horse called Ash who loves showjumping and dressage and his funny antics inspire lots of stories for the Pony Club Secrets and Pony Club Rivals books.
Welcome Stacy! We look forward to reading lots about your horses and your books.


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Delayed recognition of serious heart problems in children often results in complications and death. This session will highlight disorders commonly missed in office practice and will provide tools for early recognition and management. Specific disorders will include critical left heart obstruction in the newborn, cyanotic heart defects with minimal cyanosis, dilated cardiomyopathy, long QT syndrome and other channelopathies, and chronic tachycardia with tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy. The presentation will be case-based with an emphasis on clinical findings that can lead to earlier diagnosis. Attendees also will learn the appropriate routes for referral and treatment options for their patients with these critical problems.
S3055- Critical Cardiac Problems Commonly Missed in Office Practice (Repeats as S3154)
Monday, October 24
S3154- Critical Cardiac Problems Commonly Missed in Office Practice (Repeats from S3055)
Monday, October 24


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Hydrolysed Corn Protein (Amiflex)
This ingredient, made from natural products, is used in savoury applications. It can replace MSG or Ribotide in formulas and can be used in combination with yeast extracts. It is labeled as hydrolysed corn protein on ingredient lists and has a very low salt content compared to HVPs.
Clean label:
- No additive number
- Can be labelled (ingredient list) as hydrolysed corn protein,
- If used on a flavour blends can be described as simply "flavours"
- "No added MSG" label
- Gluten free : made from corn
Strong umami : High natural MSG content as glutamic acid at 25% therefore "no
added MSG label" (HVPs are typically 6%)
Strong flavour : 67% free Amino Acids (compared to HVPs which are typically 23%)
Low Salt content of 4-5% (typical HVPs are 43%)
Good synergy with Yeast Extracts
Used as a partial or total MSG replacement
Applications : soup, gravies & seasonings
One of the best clean label flavour enhancers available in Australia.
Packaging : 10 kg


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New York, Dec 16, 2004
ANSI-HSSP co-chairs Mary Saunders, NIST, and Dan Bart, Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA), stated in their opening remarks that "2004 was a very productive year for the ANSI-HSSP," as evidenced by the work in support of the 9/11 Commission that appeared in its final report to Congress and the President, workshop reports that were published in the areas of biometrics and biological and chemical threat agents, and efforts underway in the areas of training programs for first responders and emergency communications.
In his welcoming remarks, NIST Acting director Dr. Hratch Semerjian stated, "Together, ANSI and NIST are working closely with our colleagues from the Department of Homeland Security to address priority measurement and standards needs in the homeland security arena." Dr. Bert Coursey, director of the Standards Portfolio for the DHS Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate, confirmed his agency's support of the ANSI-HSSP and recapped the 2004 progress of the S&T Directorate in terms of homeland security standards development.
Over the course of the day-and-a-half plenary session, there were a series interactive panel sessions that noted progress in the area of homeland security standard development and highlight areas where further work is needed.
The session on security standards making a difference highlighted a biometric standard recently published by INCITS, testing using an Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers(IEEE) standard on hand-held radiation detectors, and a new North American Security Products Organization (NASPO) project on document and product security.
The morning of the second day was devoted to emergency preparedness, both for the public and private sectors and for the individual citizen. An update on the recommendations from the 9/11 Commission pertaining to emergency preparedness was given, and private sector presentations were delivered on the national preparedness standard (NFPA 1600), standards efforts to protect the built environment, and total quality security management. The public sector and citizen preparedness sessions heard presentations on the DHS Office of Domestic Preparedness (ODP) national preparedness goal, the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP), and the Arlington County Office of Emergency Management's Citizen Corp Council.
The afternoon was devoted to a demonstration of the prototype for the ANSI-DHS homeland security standards database and a complimentary database to the system. Additionally, the session on international standards initiatives covered the ISO Advisory Group on Security and standards efforts involving Japan and Israel.
Areas that were identified for possible further exploration under the ANSI-HSSP in 2005 included power security, perimeter security, academia's role in and support of homeland security, and modeling and simulation for emergency response.
For more information on the ANSI-HSSP, or to join for 2005, please contact the ANSI-HSSP secretary, Matt Deane (firstname.lastname@example.com).


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T&T's Learie C Seecharan, twin brother of Lenny Seecharan, the 2018 Hastings Racecourse in British Columbia champion apprentice jockey, will be trying to emulate his sibling's performance this year.
Two weeks ago, Learie showed his intent when he rode old-stager Buffalo Soldier to victory in the feature at Santa Rosa Park, Arima.
The 22-year-old, who won five races at the Hastings Race Course, looks set to better that performance this season.
The Harold Chadee trained Buffalo Soldier showed the racing fraternity and punters alike that age is just a number. The ten-year-old brown gelding turned back the clock, just as he did in November when he scored at odds of 45/1 when beating the Gold Cup winner Nuclear Power and runner-up Valorous in the process.
Last Saturday in the feature, Modified Benchmark Handicap for three-year-old and over horses rated 90-70 going over a distance of 1,350 metres on the main track at Santa Rosa Park, Arima, punters sent him off at odds of 9/2 but Learie and the gelding came through.
When quizzed about the ride, Seecharan said, "The trainer Mr Harold Chadee told me to ride him all the way. He said that he likes me and responds to me so that is what I did. However, the trainer reminded me that they will go fast in front and when they do, it will set the race up beautifully for me."
"When we got to the top of the straight, I had a doubt about winning as the favourites Desert Dancer and Magical Victory were travelling well. However, I manoeuvred him off the rail to the middle of the track and he began to quicken up and eat into the leaders' lead and with 100 metres to the line, I knew we had it won. He stayed on so strongly that I was able to ease him close home with his rivals well beaten."
When asked about his goals for this year, Learie said, "I will like to follow in my brother Lenn's footstep and win the Champion Apprentice at Hasting Racecourse this year. I will be going with my brother once again from March this year and it is my hope that I will improve significantly in the next two months to be the best apprentice at Hastings Racecourse in Canada.
Learie's father, the senior Learie Seecharan and former champion jockey Brian Harding should take a bow as they have produced some fine apprentices in the Seecharan brothers and Sven Balroop, who has now won two races from three race days at Santa Rosa Park.
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Benedict Cumberbatch may not be donning Bond's famous tuxedo any time soon, but he is about to play a spy who saves the world.
Deadline reports the latest project for the Sherlock star is Ironbark, an espionage thriller set in London during the early years of the Cold War. He'll play real-life British businessman Greville Wynne, who helped the CIA penetrate the Soviet nuclear program and eventually bring about an end to the Cuban missile crisis.
Of course, it's not the first time Benedict has dabbled in (fictional) espionage. There was his brief role in Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and his portrayal of computer scientist Alan Turing in 2014's The Imitation Game. Benedict narrowly missed out on an Oscar for that performance (Eddie Redymane won instead for his performance in The Theory of Everything), so this new role could be a chance to rectify that.
Also, is it just us, or does being called "Greville" really suit him? (We can hear it now: "The name's Wynne. Greville Wynne.")
Anyway. On Chesil Beach director Dominic Cooke will helm the project, making it the second time the pair have worked together after Benedict played Richard III in The Hollow Crown, with a script by The Hitman's Bodyguard's Tom O'Connor.
Expect it some time in 2019, when Benedict's done with promoting Avengers: Infinity Wars and leant his voice to The Grinch and Shere Khan.
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Liverpool fans noticed that although Spurs could have been beaten by a margin of four or five goals at Wembley, the Reds' front three of Salah, Firmino and Mané is nowhere near reaching top gear and this bodes well for the rest of the season.
Heading into the game at Spurs' temporary home ground, all the talk was about how the London side had walloped Liverpool at the same stadium just under a year ago but it was Tottenham who might have ended up on the wrong end of a big scoreline this time around.
Had Salah or Mané been less selfish or sharper with the chances they received, Tottenham could have easily conceded four or five goals despite Liverpool playing quite poorly in the first half.
Fans on Twitter were quick to comment on the fact that after winning their first five games of the season, there is still no sign of Liverpool hitting top gear and this is a scary thought.
Still waiting for our front 3 to click into gear and yet here we are..
5 games 15pts top of the table! 🔴🔴🔴 pic.twitter.com/sM26G1KyFh
— Fungai M (@fuji_205) September 15, 2018
Super result from Liverpool. 5 wins from 5. Spurs not up to it today. Salah yet to hit top gear yet. Happy days #LFC #TOTLIV #
— Gary Byrne (@MrGBuzz) September 15, 2018
Yes liverpool! Won another game even though they was not at their best. Can't wait for the front 3 to hit top gear!#lfc #TOTLIV
— Thomas (@ItzzzMitchyyy) September 15, 2018
5 wins out of 5 Premier League games, only 2 goals condeded and Liverpool aren't even in top gear yet – promising times #YNWA
— CM (@connormillward9) September 15, 2018
Crazy thing is @LFC haven't even played that well in all 5 games. But top of the table 100% record conceded 2 goals 😱 god help the @premierleague when we click in to gear 💪
— steven barrell (@stevebarrell) September 15, 2018


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Meghan King Edmonds: 'RHOC' Star Gives Birth To 1st Child — A Baby Girl
Meghan King Edmonds has officially given birth to a precious baby girl and we could not be happier for the reality star & her hubby Jim Edmonds! The is the couple's 1st child and we can only imagine how thrilled they must be. Get all the sweet details here!
Welcome to the world, Aspen King Edmonds! Meghan King Edmonds, 32, is a brand new mom! The Real Housewives of Orange County star gave birth to her and husband Jim Edmonds', 46, first child together on Thanksgiving Day, November 24! We are SO excited for the happy couple, who announced the news on Instagram on November 26! There's no question their baby girl will make a fabulous addition to their fam.
"Our perfect Aspen King Edmonds made her grand entrance on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2016, 6lbs 11oz. From the hours leading up to the birth I had the most incredible husband, he didn't leave my side. I could not have labored naturally without him and my doula. Jimmy was a constant source of support through every contraction, each blood-curdling scream and each time I told him I thought I was dying and couldn't do it anymore.
"He ran baths, helped me walk, helped me breathe, held my hands, essentially endured the burden of my pain for all 22 hours. I am so proud and impressed of the team we made to welcome Aspen, our bond is more unshakable than I ever imagined."
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Meghan announced her exciting pregnancy news back in June, telling PEOPLE, "I'm so over the moon, I couldn't believe it the first time I peed on a stick and I saw that little line kind of get a little darker." She added, "I've always dreamed of this, but it's still such a miracle. I can't even describe the feeling." How sweet is THAT? We bet motherhood will feel even greater!
And we're betting Meghan is totally prepared to take on the role of "mom." After all, she's already the stepmother to Jim's four children: Lauren, Hayley, Landon, and Sutton Edmonds. Throughout her pregnancy, Meghan shared many snapshots of her growing baby bump on social media. And seriously, her maternity style was on POINT! We can't wait for her to share her life as a mother with fans now too. Congrats again, Meghan!
Tell us, HollywoodLifers — are you excited Meghan is finally a mom? Congratulate her and Jim below!


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Woke up: Tenacatita, Mexico
Went to sleep: Tenacatita, Mexcio
Running, Swimming, Snorkeling, Paddling, Writing, Reading, Napping, Yoga
It's hard to fit everything in a single day.
Janny suggested I use my snorkeling goggles to swim so I don't have to get salt water in my mouth and eyes. Excellent idea!
I swam from Penelope to Living Free, about 100 yards, with Peter following close behind in the dinghy. While visiting with Janny at Living Free, she said, "You should try our paddle boards." Peter and I took off on their boards and paddled around the bay for a couple hours.
I swam back to Penelope and felt like I had gotten some good exercise today.
In the evening Peter listened to Santana on the stereo while he cooked 1-inch thick pork chops on the grill and talked with his family on the phone.
Every day feels like a celebration.


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Name : Algar
(+4): By the Power and Skill of a Ranger! (A) (+3): Newly Risen Wealth (M) (+2): Be Self Righteous (S) (+1): The Scion of Jungle (E), Libraries Of the Elders (E) Total Cost: 11+69-10=70 pts
27 points, Power Tier: Ascendant (-4 Refresh)
Theme:' Rangers can fight wherever, whenever, with whatever, when you are doing somethingever to them. And the Secrets of the Jade Jaguar! Minor Transform (Supernatural) Only: Leap (1+1), Climb (1+1), Disguise (1) Up to Major Transform (Supernatural or Ascendant): Strike (4+1), Parry (0+1), Stress Cap [Health] (3+2), Resist Damage (1+2) Only with a Major Transformation (Ascendant): Physical Force (1), Move (1+1), Shoot+Unusual [Solar Eye Lasers and Rockets] (4+2+1) Flaw: Transform (Minor) -1 (Transform into the Ranger of Jade and Gold with a minor transform, summon and enter the Jade Jaguar with a major transform) Flaw: Complication (Major) -2: The Smoking Mirror is Shattered! Flaw: Focus (Minor) -1 The Smoking Mirror Flaw: Snag (Minor) -1 The Ranger Armor and Jade Jaguar are iconic and instantly recognizable.
8 points, Power Tier: Extraordinary (-1 Refresh)
Theme: Hunts in the Savage Wilds Environment [Savage Wilds] (1), Hide (1), Skulk (1+0), Notice (3+1) Information (1), Examine (1+1) Flaw: Complication (Minor) -1: Cursed Bloodline of the Jaguars
11 points
Theme: The Thick Stench of Lots of Cash can disguise much... Wealth (1), Networking (1+1), Influence (1+1), Conversation (1+1), Insight (1+1), Convince (0+1), Minions (2), Transport [Carriages] (1) Flaw: Complication (Minor) -1: Raised in the Feral Jungle
17 points, Power Tier: Superhuman (-2 Refresh)
Theme: Some People are better then You, Other People just Know They Are Better then You Guile (1), Inspire (2+1), Menace (1+1), Willpower (1+1), Stress Cap [Composure] (2+2), Esteem (2+1), Stress Cap [Reputation] (2+2), Transport [Giant Robot] Flaw: Complication (Major) -2: Pride turned me against Wisdom
8 points, Power Tier: Extraordinary (-1 Refresh)
Theme: When looting, don't forget the books Information (1), Research (1+1), Notice (1), Security (1+1), Craft (1), Workspace (1+1), Languages (1) Flaw: Complication (Minor) -1: Loot Has Given Us Status
the character may move 1 additional zone without automatically giving herself away. Move <S>2/3 Zones as a Free Action Weapon <S>2/3 Health Armor <S>2/3 Health, Armor <S>2/3 Health, Armor 2 Reputation, Composure His workspace can be used to make, fix, or improve works of Extraordinary tier.
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Saying Yes
I told myself that I wasn't going to talk about Snickers, but ……..
To add to my less than spectacular start to this new year, this past Saturday I watched as my son and daughter-in-law drove away – not only with my precious grandson, but also with a furry, four-legged critter that had made her home with us for close to three years. I told myself that I wasn't going to cry (at least not until they drove away), but they hadn't even put on her leash before I was blubbering and sniveling like a two- or three-year-old. And that was just the beginning – I'll spare you all the details as to how it went once they left!
But as a gentle calm finally began to settle over our house and everyone went on to bed but me, I thought about dear, sweet Snickers. When my son had first asked if I would be willing to keep her while they were working in Chile, I said yes, but felt no. Snickers was a big dog, but a young dog – a husky/lab mix that was active and full of life and energy. I was much more comfortable with an old dog sleeping beside the wood stove. I wasn't sure about a big dog running, jumping, and bounding in and out of the house.
But Snickers quickly put all my fears to rest. I guess you could say that she adjusted to us and we adjusted to her. We grew together into a new normal and she quickly found her place, not only in our home, but also in our hearts. And, oh, how hard it was to watch her leave!
As I thought about all of this, it occurred to me that sometimes the very things we are most reluctant to do, can oftentimes be among our sweetest blessings. I loved Snickers even then, but was worried that I wasn't up to the task. And don't we often react the same way with spiritual things as well? If I have doubts or fears, it is easier to just say no. But when I do, I tend to forget one very important thing. Paul reminded the Corinthians of this fact: "For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's" (1 Corinthians 6:20).
I was bought by the death of Jesus Christ. He paid with His very life to redeem me. I am no longer my own (see 1 Corinthians 6:19). While Paul was addressing the sexual sins of the Corinthians, the truth of this verse applies to all believers and how we choose to live our lives. Paul told the Ephesians: "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them" (Ephesians 2:10). God created each one of us with differing gifts and abilities and He calls us to use them to honor and glorify Him so that others can know Him, too. Sometimes we may not be sure about the things He asks us to do – and our first inclination may be to just say no. But, ultimately, it's not our decision – for we are no longer our own. We have been bought with a price. When faced with questions and decisions, we need to take them directly to the One who made us and bought us.
You see, we don't know what God knows.
God knows…..
….. what He has planned for us to do
- "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" (Jeremiah 29:11).
….. our fears
- "Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand" (Isaiah 40:10).
….. our doubts
- "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths" (Proverbs 3:5-6).
….. our worries
- "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:6-7).
….. our selfishness and pride
- "Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 4 Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others" (Philippians 2:3-4).
God knows who He created each one of us to be, what He created us to do, yet He also knows us better than we know ourselves. He knows our fears, our doubts, and our worries. He knows where we are weak and all our inner battles and struggles. He knows all these things about us, yet as the verses above declare He promises to be with us, help us, strengthen and uphold us. He assures us that He will direct us, that He will guard our hearts and minds. And through all of this not only does He use whatever gifts or abilities that we surrender to Him to bless others and help them know Him better, He blesses us as well with more of Himself.
I'm glad I said yes to my son about keeping Snickers. Surely, it is hard now. She quickly comes to mind when I see the stray cats that she would bark at mercilessly, the squirrels that she chased constantly, and the neighbors' dogs where they held regular meetings with Snickers at the corner of the backyard fence. And our walk on Sunday afternoon was a little bittersweet as I was reminded of how she had grown so familiar to our Sunday routine that she would whine and beg after lunch until we grabbed her leash and took her for a walk. Yet thinking of her and all the things we came to love about her still blesses me.
How much greater the blessing when I say yes to God! It may not always be easy, but how special it is to be used by Him, as He sees fit. And as I seek Him, surrender to Him, and walk with Him, He reveals more and more of Himself to me. And that is the greatest blessing of all – to know Him! "But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ. Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ" (Philippians 3:7-8). May we all say yes!