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This project proposes a user-focused approach to study the algorithm logic of on-demand apps, using Netflix as a case study. The main research interest is the perception that the user has about the suggestion and recommendation logic of Netflix. In order to gather the information, a walkthrough method on Netflix was applied as well as personal, in-depth think aloud interviews were carried out. The sample consisted on a selection of heavy users, millennials ex-pats living in Singapore and working in the creative industry to get specific insights on their relationship with the algorithm.
To analyze the gathered material, qualitative content analysis was carried out. This kind of study is important within today's contemporary media environment to have integral approach to users perceptions instead of just analytical figures and numbers. The theoretical context used to enlight some of the conclusions discussed on this research were based on the study of media in everyday life, global cultural industry studies, as well as algorithm culture and the science and technology studies. How algorithms are perceived have major repercussions not only on on-demand apps, technology business models or entertainment industry but also an intense influence on the way people consume content.
Re-thinking the user as a co-producer of information and knowledge, considering some of the implications this phenomenon might have on the creative industry and how that affects on our daily life are some of the issues this research elaborated on.
It can be said that the selected sample appreciates the suggestion logics and it has multiple functionalities: recommendation, curation, entertainment, companionship and leisure. Netflix Originals are very well validated; being one of the main attractions of the app. Interface, functionality and features are also items that the sample positively highlights. The accuracy perception of the algorithm is good, although low when compared to other countries where the sample used the app. The same applies to the amount of content and titles available, being these last two, issues that Netflix could improve.
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To the Editor:
This letter is in response to a recent letter to Peninsula Daily News (3-29-18) titled "Facts Not Relative". The writer unfortunately resorted to attacking others who don't necessarily share her point of view regarding climate science. The debate seems to revolve around who's brand of "science" the American public can trust.
The writer seems to believe that man's release of C02 into the atmosphere is causing the planet's climate to change. I, like many others disagree.
These thoughts are not my own but are shared by a significant number of others, including many credible scientists studying the earth's climate change.
For those who may think that the science on climate change is settled, I would suggest reading Dark Winter or Cold Sun, both authored by John Casey, a former NASA scientist or numerous well written articles by Michael S. Coffman, Ph.D. found in Range Magazine www.rangemagazine.com.
Enacting draconian laws and regulations based on unsettled science is unmitigated folly. Heavy handed laws and regulations intended to stop climate change will have a devastating impact on the economy and subsequently jobs.
The Washington State Senate recently turned down SB 6203, a carbon tax bill strongly supported by Governor Jay Inslee. This bill, if passed, would have resulted in a progressive tax on C02, eventually reaching $30 per ton. The bill would have destroyed jobs and industry and further burdened the citizens of the state with the highest gasoline tax in the nation.
This has been a relentless effort on the part of Inslee and his supporters. Washingtonians wisely turned down a similar carbon tax initiative in 2016.
It seems that a necessary precursor to elected officials enacting laws and regulations would be a consensus reached by qualified scientists on both sides of the issue. It's important to remember that a degree of liberty is lost every time a law or regulation is enacted. This reality is even more egregious when the law or regulation fails to achieve it's intended goal.
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Like a lot of New Yorkers, Anne Nelson needed a way to respond personally to the tragedy of 9/11.
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Like a lot of New Yorkers, Anne Nelson needed a way to respond personally to the tragedy of 9/11.
But what could a writer do?
A week after the attack on the World Trade Center, Nelson learned about a New York City fire captain who wanted a writer to help him prepare eulogies for the eight men he lost under his command. She jumped at the chance. Her interactions with the captain inspired The Guys, Nelson's two-character play honoring the heroes of Sept. 11 and capturing a nation's grief.
This month in recognition of the 10th anniversary of the tragedy, The Guys will be presented by some 74 theaters around the country. Harwich Junior Theatre will host a staged reading featuring Tamara Harper and David Wallace Sept. 10 and 11 with partial proceeds benefiting the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund.
"It's a play about two people," Nelson said during a recent phone interview from her home in New York. Yet it touched a collective nerve.
The Guys made its debut on Dec. 1, 2001 at the Flea Theater and ran for a year off-Off-Broadway. Since then it's been performed in almost all 50 states and in Canada, the United Kingdom, Italy and Austria. A slew of prominent actors have portrayed Joan, an editor, and Nick, a FDNY captain, including Sigourney Weaver and Bill Murray, Tim Robbins and Susan Sarandon, and Helen Hunt and William Macy. A feature film version starring Weaver and Anthony LaPaglia was made in 2002.
"When I was writing it, I didn't think it had any potential," said Nelson, now an adjunct professor at Columbia University who writes and consults on media issues. "Everything that happened astonished me and still does."
The Guys is based on Nelson's conversations with the fire captain. A veteran reporter and former war correspondent, Nelson found the conversations difficult at first.
"It was very painful to probe his pain," she recalled, "and it was very grueling for him."
The captain was off-duty on 9/11 and had to deal with survivor's guilt. He and his best friend, his lieutenant, had discussed who was going to work that day and the latter took the shift.
The play's two characters help each other deal with the tragedy. The captain works through his grief and the editor learns to connect to what happened on a human level. Nelson and the fire captain developed a friendship that continues today.
"He's a man who takes his duty absolutely seriously," Nelson said. That duty involved giving eulogies at the memorial services for his lost brothers that continued for over a year.
"His fear is he will be tongue-tied," she said. "In the end, he honors his men the way he wants to."
In the climax of the play, he's speaking at a memorial service in his uniform.
The Guys emphasizes who these firefighters were in life and not how they died, Nelson says: "That is a universal need when you lose somebody, to focus on their gifts and the meaning of their life."
The playwright met all of the families of the deceased firefighters when they attended her play.
"They are amazing people," she said.
She was made an honorary member of the FDNY. There was a collective agreement never to reveal the identity of the fire fighters or their firehouse.
Nelson found writing the play "cathartic." As a reporter, she was trained not to include herself in her stories. But this was a story too personal to tell playing by the rules of journalism. The work also allowed her to find a new direction in her writing career as a playwright.
Nelson hopes The Guys will have as much of an impact on audiences in 2011 as it did in 2001.
"It has a spiritual dimension that isn't very common in theater today that audiences respond to," she said. "It refers to something transcendent. Audiences wanted to feel that humanity isn't condemned to hatred and evil."
The message Nelson wanted to impart a decade ago is as relevant today: "that human beings have common bonds. There is a great deal of suffering in the world. One way to respond is revenge, or (to have) an increased capacity for empathy."
Nelson expects that the 10th anniversary of 9/11 "is going to stir up a lot of pain for people," a pain, unfortunately, that can be exploited. She's pleased that many of the theaters staging her play are community theaters, like HJT, that are performing The Guys as a benefit or in cooperation with their local firefighters.
"It's cheap: two actors," she said. "Two chairs and a hat."
The Guys will be presented at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 and 4 p.m. Sept. 11 at Harwich Junior Theatre, 105 Division St., West Harwich. Tickets are $15. Partial proceeds benefit the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. Call the box office at 508-432-2002 or visit www.hjtcapecod.org.


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As a child I lived most of my life in the village of Ifield. It got subsumed into Crawley new Town as that was built, but was still on the edge of town.
Then another big building project began to the north of Ifield. This was the building of the new Gatwick Airport which opened in 1958.
The end of the runway was little more than a mile from my house. I became, for a while, an aircraft spotter. But do you know what? It was tedious. You could hang around for hours and see no aircraft take off or land. Those you did see were the little De Havilland Doves and Herons, the 'big' turboprop Vickers Viscounts but mostly they were American built Douglas Dakotas or the similar looking British built Vickers Viking.
Just occasionally a Bristol Britannia might appear or a Lockheed Constellation.
Eleven years later the Dakota was still in evidence, but becoming more of a rarity. In 1969, on a visit to the British United Airways depot, we saw this one.
For once in those days of the late 60s I have captioned this well.
This was quite an old girl even back in 1969 for she came off the production line in mid-1944, making her just about 25 when I took that photo. She still had a dozen years of front line service in front of her, though, and still survives. She is now in the care of a charity called 'Classic Air Force' and you can read a full history of this plane on their web site at http://www.classicairforce.com/g-amra .
And now a memory from the late 50s. Dakotas were used to deliver newspapers to the Channel Islands. I guess early editions were rushed from the presses down to Gatwick and trundled on to a waiting Dakota. If the wind was in the east the planes taxied up to the runway end nearest my home where they carried out a high rev engine test before taking off. Sometimes the noise of that test woke me and I can still recall the sound of those engines now. Although it was at something like 3 in the morning, I quite liked this noise which broke the silence of the night.


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It's a sad loss today for those who followed Mr Bourdain but I also want honor those who have taken their own lives and aren't recognized in the media. Too many lives are lost due to suicide and depression, and there certainly isn't one simple solution that's going to end this growing concern.
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Final score: Washington Capitals 2, Philadelphia Flyers 1
How it happened: Both teams battled to a scoreless tie through 40 minutes. The Flyers looked like they had taken control with a goal from Sean Couturier less than two minutes into the final period, but Dmitry Orlov answered right back just 1:21 later to tie it at 1. A Michael Del Zotto penalty in overtime proved to be Philadelphia's breaking point as Nicklas Backstrom netted the game-winner.
What it means: The Caps extended their franchise record home win streak to 15 games and their home point streak to 17. They have not lost at Verizon Center in 2017. Washington finished the regular season series against the Flyers with a 3-0-1 record.
Flyers goal: Sean Couturier from matt read and nick cousins at 1:19 in the third period. A Caps turnover in the offensive zone turned into a rush the other way for the Flyers with Couturier deflecting finishing off a tic-tac-toe play with a deflection to the top shelf. Caps 0, Flyers 1
Caps goal: Dmitry Orlov from Matt Niskanen at 2:40 in the third period. Niskanen forced a turnover in the neutral zone and Orlov pounced, carrying the puck past the blue line and unleashing a monster slap shot to beat Mason. Caps 1, Flyers 1
Caps goal: Nicklas Backstrom (power play) from Kevin Shattenkirk and Alex Ovechkin at 3:25 in overtime. Caps 2, Flyers 1
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1. Tom Wilson: These are the kind of games Wilson was made for. Against a team full of irritants, Wilson doled out about as much as the Flyers gave. He was laying out hits (nine for the game) and drew the crowd to its feet after blocking a slap shot off his backside. He also had some great offensive opportunities, sliding the puck through the legs of Steve Mason and wide of the net at one point in the second period.
2. Braden Holtby: The Flyers are a team that likes getting traffic in front of the net. Holtby had to battle a lot of traffic to make his 30 saves on Saturday, but it didn't seem to affect him at all. Holtby looked smooth in net despite all the pressure from the Flyers.
3. Steve Mason: Mason's career has been plagued by inconsistency, but when he's on, he's on. On Saturday, he was on saving 22 of the 24 shots he saved including a phenomenal save on T.J. Oshie in overtime that hit off his mask.
Look ahead: The Caps finish their three-game home stand on Monday as they host the Dallas Stars. Then it's off to the west coast for the California road trip where the Caps will visit the Sharks, Kings and Ducks starting on Thursday in San Jose.
Tell us what you think: Finding goals has not been a problem for Washington on their home win streak. Wins of 5-0, 6-0 were frequent. The last two games at Verizon Center, however, the Caps were held scoreless through the first two periods of the game and managed only three goals combined. Are you worried about the offense?


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Sunday, September 16, 2007
It was the scaly thought that brought me to Nea. Not all demons have scales but plenty of them do. Nea has turned her back on scaly creatures, has blocked herself from love, acceptance and dependence. Not as much as she thinks though because Clio is not only her conscience but that one creature in all existence who puts Nea first. The little weevil has an attachment to the demon/nymph that supersedes all else. Nea is her priority.
As all others have dropped out of her life, Nea has become more emotionally dependent on the weevil. But she is oblivious until something threatens Clio's existence.
I thought I wasn't writing because I've been so exhausted. That's definitely part of it. I didn't feel stuck or stressed because my deadline had whooshed by so colourfully. There are so many hours in a day and I have to make the paying jobs the priority.
I realize that this time away from the characters gave me a fresh perspective as my brain has slowly adjusted to less sleep. Interesting patterns and colors dance before my eyes. Creatively, this is a good thing.
Update - I still haven't found enough hours in the day, and I've added a library certificate course to the mix. But last week's meeting, and the advice to Me that every scene should serve at least dual, if not more, purpose helped me slowly navigate my way to another realizations for this scene. I'm going to take away from much-needed sleep to see if I can get the nebulous thoughts on to paper. I'm going to hard look at my schedule and see where I can drop in the occasional nap. That's the only way my brain is going to get back into the groove where connections are made. Auto-pilot is not the mode in which to write a book. Or work either. Thank Bob I'm not a brain surgeon.
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Yeah, but sleep is a really good thing too. Seems like everyone is going through a nasty period of too much work and too little time. I vote we have a National Selfishness Day this week. One day when you don't hafta do anything you don't wanna do.ReplyDelete
Okay, maybe not a whole day. Half a day? Take a dog, a book, a loaf of wine and a jug of bread to the park with you. (Yeah, I know, you could take a jug of wine and a loaf of bread if you wanted to be more traditional.) Go soak up some sunshine before it all goes away and leaves us with winter again.
In fact, I'm going to stop typing now and go follow my own advice. Take care!
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I'm so glad that my profound inabliity to write a proper scene has helped you. :-)ReplyDelete
Don't work too hard. No that is not sarcasm. I mean it.
Just a little over a week til NJ! See you soon!
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i'm with you all the way. i need to get back to my characters (among other things) but other parts of life keep getting in the way.
stick with it. and have fun in NJ.


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My Personal Leadership Journey: Reflections and Central Learnings
How does one inspire leadership in a positive way?
How do you determine which type of leader you are?
Jean-Pierre Raffarin
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Former Prime Minister of France
Join us for a Master Class with Mr. Jean-Pierre Raffarin. Mr. Raffarin was elected Senator of Vienne from 1995 to 2017 and President of the Foreign Affairs, Defence and Armed Forces Committee of the Senate from October 2014 to July 2017. He also occupied the position of Vice-President of the Senate from March 2011 to September 2014. Appointed by Jacques Chirac, he was the French Prime Minister from May 2002 to May 2005.
From 1988 to 2002, he was President of the Regional Council of Poitou-Charentes and presided over the Association of French Regions. Meanwhile, he was also a member and questor of the European Parliament. From 1995 to 1997, he was appointed Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises, Commerce and Craft.
In the academic field, Mr. Raffarin is a graduate of l'École Supérieure de Commerce de Paris (ESCP). He was senior lecturer at the Institut d'Études politiques of Paris and has been a lecturer at ESCP Europe since 2007. His latest publications include Je marcherai toujours à l'affectif, and also Ce que la Chine nous a appris, a book in Chinese written with Anne-Marie Raffarin.
Mr. Raffarin is a member of the CEIBS Board. He joined CEIBS as Distinguished Professor on February 23, 2018. He has been acting as a special representative of French President Emmanuel Macron since January 2018 to further strengthen ties between China and Europe.
We look forward to welcoming you to this event as he shares his wealth of knowledge.
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Venue: Shanghai Campus, CEIBS
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Author(s): Helen Simonson
New York Times - bestselling author Helen Simonson returns with a splendid historical novel full of the same wit, romance and insight into the manners and morals of small-town British life as her beloved Major Pettigrew's Last Stand.
It's the summer of 1914 and life in the sleepy village of Rye, England is about to take an interesting turn. Agatha Kent, a canny force for progress, is expecting an unusual candidate to be the school's Latin teacher: Beatrice Nash, a young woman of good breeding in search of a position after the death of her father. (Never has there been a woman Latin teacher.) Agatha's nephews, meanwhile, have come to spend the summer months, as always, both with dreams of their own: Daniel, the poet, to publish a literary journal in Paris, and Hugh, to graduate from medical studies and marry his surgeon's daughter thus inheriting a lucrative practice. But then Hugh is sent to pick up Beatrice from the train station and life, of course, changes. As with Major Pettigrew's Last Stand, the quintessential English village becomes the stage on which entrenched tradition, class, ignorance, family ties and love play out. Here, these characters and others we come to love and root for become characters we hope and pray for when the shadow of the Great War looms ever closer to home.
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Helen Simonson was born in Buckinghamshire and spent her teenage years in a small village near Rye in East Sussex. Her debut novel, Major Pettigrew's Last Stand, was an international bestseller, a Richard & Judy Book Club pick, and was translated and published in twenty one countries. A graduate of the London School of Economics, Helen is married, with two grown sons, and currently lives in Brooklyn, New York. This is her second novel.


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After all these efforts, what if you cannot keep your resolution? Which resolutions you can make so that it won't be broken? Here are few tips:
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F you make a resolution that no more sugar or pizza or cake or you are taking a resolution to go for a run every day then you are definitely going to break them soon. Even one cake, one slice of pizza or one day you skipped your run, your resolution is broken. So make resolutions without using words like, "no more", "never" or "every day".
2. Be Specific about your resolution
While making your resolution, make sure you are being specific about it. For example if you are making a resolution to do "more exercise", then you are not specifically saying how much more or for how many hours more. Therefore you need to specify the days or weeks or hours of exercise you planned to do.
3. Quality is always better than quantity
The number of hours in the gym or a certain amount f calories per day doesn't really matter. It isn't quality. What matters is that your healthy food habits and diet routine. When it comes to work out sessions, remember to keep changing your routine so that it makes you keep interested in the work out session. When it comes to calories, keep eating healthy and nutritious food. Add iron, calcium, B vitamins to your diet that help you to lose weight and maintain a good health.
So these are few tips so that you can keep your resolution throughout the year. Follow these tips and stay healthy and fit the whole year.


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Meet Our Favorite Hotel Pets
From penguins and parrots to dogs and horses, these hotel pets will give you a warm welcome—and ensure a few smiles—during your stay.
From rescue pups and fluffy cats to talkative parrots and a family of penguins, adorable animals are doing double duty at hotels around the country. Not only do they make guests smile with free cuddles, many of them are also hotel "employees," fulfilling duties like leading guests on hikes, ringing the bell at the front desk, and leading philanthropic efforts in their communities. An added bonus? Research shows pets can help alleviate stress, anxiety, depression, and feelings of loneliness and isolation, which is good for hotel staff and guests alike. Get to know some of the cutest hotel pets out there, guaranteed to put a smile on your face the moment they greet you.
Oreo at the Armstrong Hotel: Fort Collins, Colorado
(Courtesy the Armstrong Hotel)
The grand hostess of the Armstrong Hotel (thearmstronghotel.com), a historic property in Fort Collins that will reopen this April following a renovation, can often be found curled up in a window seat in the lobby or stretched out on the front desk. Adopted as a kitten 14 years ago, majestic Oreo is as popular with hotel guests as she is with locals. She has many friends who live in the area and come to visit her each week, and as such, she's developed a few tricks to keep them entertained, like raising her paw for a high-five (for treats, of course). During winters in Colorado, Oreo tends to get a little stir crazy; come spring, you can find her sprawled out on the sidewalk enjoying the sunshine, much to the delight of Mugs Coffee Lounge visitors next door.
Sasha at Bobby Hotel: Nashville, Tennessee
(Courtesy Bobby Hotel)
Adopted from a local shelter, Sasha arrived at the Bobby Hotel (bobbyhotel.com) in Nashville when it opened in April 2018. As the resident hotel dog (not to mention Instagram star, @ahoteldog), she takes her welcoming duties very seriously—greeting guests as they enter the lobby, playing fetch, and ringing her own gold bellman's bell. Though she's been in her "forever home" less than a year, she's already doing her part to give back to other animals who need rescuing: Towels in each guest room embroidered with Sasha's face are available for purchase, with all proceeds going to the Country Road Animal Rescue, from which she was adopted. She was overjoyed to accompany the hotel team in bringing the shelter a check—along with much-needed items like dog beds, toys and food—after the holidays last year.
Sunshine and Chance at The Palms Hotel & Spa: Miami Beach, Florida
(Courtesy the Palms Hotel & Spa)
These two birds might be the longest-standing residents of the Palms Hotel & Spa (thepalmshotel.com) in Miami Beach. Macaw parrots Sunshine, 18, and Chance, 29, first arrived at the resort as rescue animals 16 years ago, and have since become the property's sociable mascots. They spend their days in the shade of the Little Gazebo, engaging in friendly conversation (Sunshine often says, "Hola!" in response to a greeting) and posing for selfies with guests passing by on their way for a swim. On at least one occasion, their proximity to the pool has led to the parrots engaging in a game of Marco Polo with kids, chiming in with a "polo!" call of their own. The lovable duo plan on enjoying many more years at the Palms, as the average life expectancy of macaws is about 50 years.
Oreo, Nahu, Buddah, Zen, Mai, Tai, and Momi at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa: Maui, Hawaii
(Courtesy Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa)
You might not expect to find penguins in Hawaii, but this unlikely group is living their best life in the tropical climate at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa (hyatt.com). African black-footed penguins, an endangered species, began their tenure on the island in 1985, when the wildlife team at the property rescued George, Waddles, and Oreo. The only remaining resident is Oreo—he's outlived the average life expectancy of his species (roughly 10 to 20 years in the wild or 30 in captivity), though he now has a large ʻohana --that's Hawaiian for family--to keep him company. Guests can visit them any time in the atrium lobby, though the 9:30 a.m. feedings are a must-see. (Just watch out for Buddah, the bossy one). The resort also has parrots, swans, flamingos, ducks, and African-crowned cranes on the property and offers wildlife tours around the grounds three times a week.
Katie and Betsy at the Betsy Hotel: South Beach, Florida
(Courtesy the Betsy Hotel)
Brought to their home at the Betsy Hotel (thebetsyhotel.com) as puppies by their owners, the Plutzik family, these beautiful golden retrievers (Katie, 14, and Betsy, 3) have become a bedrock of the community there. Officially dubbed Canine Executive Officers, the pair can almost always be found hanging out in the corner of the lobby, especially on Friday afternoons, when they engage with guests during a formal meet-and-greet called "CEO Cocktails with Katie and Betsy." Both dogs keep a busy social calendar, making regular appearances at corporate meetings the hotel hosts, as well as philanthropic events around the community. Older and wiser, Katie is quite the muse; she even inspired a poem by award-winning poet Gerald Stern when he was a guest at the hotel.
Hamlet at the Algonquin Hotel: New York City
(Courtesy Algonquin Hotel)
Though he's been at New York City's Algonquin Hotel (algonquinhotel.com) for less than two years, this calm, playful ginger is already a celebrity, surveying the lobby's happenings from his "treehouse" perch atop the front desk. He particularly delights guests when he hops down for a personal greeting while they're checking in. For a feline, he's quite the patient little guy, allowing children to pet him, going nose-to-nose with visiting dogs, and occasionally flopping over for a belly rub. But it's not all play: Hamlet puts in long hours as the official DirectFurr of Public Relations for the hotel, a role that includes cohosting an annual cat fashion show for charity in August. Lucky for him, he's handsomely rewarded for his work—guests frequently send him gifts like cards and toys.
Cupcake at Salamander Resort and Spa: Middleburg, Virginia
(Courtesy Salamander Resort & Spa)
She's only 32 inches tall, but what this miniature pony lacks in size, she more than makes up for in personality. As the equine ambassador for Salamander Resort & Spa (salamanderresort.com) in Middleburg, which has an on-site equestrian center, she's a star and she knows it. Find her in the lobby Friday and Saturday afternoons, clad in a blue rhinestone halter to welcome guests to the hotel. That's only the start of her responsibilities, however: She's in high demand for appearances at conferences and birthday parties (complete with custom cupcakes from the in-house pastry team) held on the property, and she even visits individual guest rooms upon request. In keeping with her diva status, Cupcake has a diva-caliber wardrobe for every occasion—think: red, white, and blue tutus for the Fourth of July, shamrock barrettes for St. Patrick's Day, and red bows for Christmas.
Mr. Nutkin at Deer Path Inn: Lake Forest, Illinois
(Courtesy Deer Path Inn)
Deer Path Inn (deerpathinn.com) has celebrated the legend of its resident squirrel for nearly 90 years, since the English-inspired manor first opened in Lake Forest. (Don't worry, the little guy stays outside, though squirrel figurines are scattered throughout the interiors in his honor). Adventurous, curious, and amiable, the current Mr. Nutkin often greets guests at the entrance, standing guard like a British soldier. He's so well-known throughout the community that locals pop by in the hopes of spotting him through the windows of the English Room during afternoon tea service. "His warm and fuzzy presence completes the Deer Path Inn family," says innkeeper Matt Barba. Notorious for having a full belly, especially in preparation for a Chicago winter, Mr. Nutkin once inspired a turndown snack of chocolate acorns.
Zoey at Cloud Camp: Colorado Springs, Colorado
(Courtesy Cloud Camp)
Ever since she arrived at Cloud Camp (broadmore.com/cloud-camp), a lodge perched 3,000 feet above The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, in summer 2017, 6-year-old Zoey has started her day at 5:00 a.m. Her duties begin with the raising of the flag, followed by leading guests on hikes and welcoming visitors. Trained as a bird dog, she's incredibly obedient, yet also very nurturing. Zoe once showed her softer side when a woman who was terrified of dogs arrived at the lodge; sensing that she needed special attention, the sweet pup spent time with her each day, gently helping her overcome her fear. The woman called it a life-changing experience, says Cloud Camp staff. When she's not on duty, Zoey's been known to mingle with royals. She once had her photo taken with the Baroness Sybille de Selys Longchamps of Belgium, the great-great-granddaughter of hotel's founders.


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Selimiye Mosque, a masterpiece of Mimar Sinan's mastery period as well as Ottaman-Islamic civilization, is admired for new meanings attributed to its structure and its architecture
It is rumored that Prophet Muhammad appeared in a dream to Ottoman Sultan Selim II and pointed to Edirne to build the Selimiye Mosque; thus, Selim ordered the structure to be built in Kavak Square.
It took six years to construct the Selimiye Mosque, which was designed by Mimar Sinan. He called this work of art, which he built for the 11th Ottoman Sultan Selim II, "My masterpiece." It is unsurpassed in terms of architectural and aesthetic value and was built at a time when Turkish-Islamic civilization had reached its peak in the Ottoman Empire. The historic mosque is admired by visitors and art historians and has tremendous significance.


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Want to Make a Difference in the Life of a Senior?
Right at Home's mission is simple…to improve the quality of life for those we serve. We accomplish this by providing the Right Care, and we deliver this brand promise each and every day. However, we couldn't do it without having the Right People. Our care teams are passionate about serving our clients and are committed to providing the personal care and attention of a friend, whenever and wherever it is needed.
That's where you come in. At Right at Home, we help ordinary people who have a passion to serve others become extraordinary care team members. We seek to find people who are compassionate, empathetic, reliable, determined and are focused on improving the quality of life for others.
To our care team members, we commit to deliver the following experiences when you partner with Right at Home:
- We promise to help you become the best you can be. We will equip you as a professional by providing best in class training and investing in your professional development.
- We promise to coach you to success. We're always available to support you and offer you tips to be the best at delivering care to clients.
- We promise to keep the lines of communication open. We will listen to your ideas and suggestions as you are critical to our success in providing the best possible care to clients. We will provide you timely information and feedback about the care you provide to clients.
- We promise to celebrate your success. We will appreciate the work you do, recognize above and beyond efforts, and reward you with competitive pay.
A Personal Care Assistant provides various personal care and related paraprofessional services in accordance with an established Plan of Care. Provides for the personal needs and comfort of clients in their homes.
Location: West Allis, WI
Pay Range: $10.00 - $13.00/hr
Ongoing Training Opportunities:
Right at Home employees have access to continuing education at no cost through the IPCED Right at Home University. There are WI State-specific topics, hundreds of additional topics (Caregiver Core Values, Body Systems and the Aging Process, Caregiver First Aid, etc.) as well as skills videos.
Benefits Include:
- Specialized continuing education, training and certification opportunities
- Opportunities to apply new skills and advance your career
- Certification – Become a certified Dementia and Cognitive Support Specialist
- Respectful Communication
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible Schedules
- PTO (Paid Time-Off)
- Referral Bonus
Essential Functions
- Adheres to Agency policies and procedures
- Performs work under the supervision of the Client Care Coordinator.
- Performs personal activities contained in a detailed Plan of Care by the Client Care Coordinator which includes, but is not limited to, assisting the patient with activities of daily living, such as:
- Personal Hygiene
- Helping client with toileting (or in using bedpan/urinal)
- Bathing
- Care of mouth, skin, and hair
- Ambulation
- Eating
- Dressing
- Shaving (electric razor) *DON'T SHAVE IF DIABETIC*
- Meal Preparation
Performs other duties as specified in the client's plan of care. These include but not limited to:
- Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances
- Reinforcement of dressing (non-sterile)
- Assisting with the use of devices for aid to daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
- Assisting with self administered simple urine/blood tests for sugar acetone or albumin, but may not interpret results
- Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
- Measuring and preparing special diets
- Measuring intake and output
- Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure)
- Application of an external (condom-type) catheter
- Assist with application of arm sling, arm splint, or leg splint
The PCW/CNA will perform light housekeeping tasks that will facilitate the client's self-care at home. These tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Vacuuming
- Dusting
- Sweeping / mopping floors
- Washing dishes / running dishwasher
- Laundry (Wash/Dry/Fold/Iron)
- Cleaning/Disinfecting bathrooms
- Changing linens
The PCW/CNA will also provide transportation for client's in any of the following situations with prior office approval:
- Doctor Appointments
- Grocery Store
- Pharmacy or picking up an errand
- Scheduled Activity
The PCW/CNA is responsible for documentation of services provided, using the Daily Care Record. Any client condition changes or questions will need to be addressed to the Right at Home Office immediately.
Additional (non-essential) Desired Functions
- Performs other duties as directed by supervisor
The PCW/CNA will NOT perform any of the following:
- Sterile dressing change
- Irrigation of body cavities such as enemas, colostomy or wound
- Gastric lavage or gavage
- Catheterization
- Administration of oral medications, eye drops, or medicated skin ointments
- Administration of parenteral or IV medications
- Application of heat by any method
- Naso-gastric or gastrostomy tube feedings or care
- Tracheotomy tube care
- Suctioning of the nose, mouth, or tracheotomy
- Nail care on a patient with diabetes or compromised circulation
- Any personal health service that has not been included on the paraprofessional task sheet
- Perform heavy-duty household cleaning such as washing walls, waxing floors, washing windows, etc.
- Household repairs or maintenance
- Yard care or maintenance
Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Availability
- High School Graduate or G.E.D. Certificate preferred
- Six months experience providing personal cares in homes or facilities
- and/or successful completion of the State approved Nurse Aide or
- and/or successful completion of the Personal Care Assistant course
- and/or successful completion of CBRF


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Job Centre: Dunstable
Post Vacancy
Mountbatten House,
56 High St South,
220 Jobs Found in Dunstable:
Dunstable Jobcentre
New and existing benefit claims and jobseekers looking at the universal jobmatch scheme are advised to make appointments in advance.
By Train
Dunstable does not have its own railway station. However, Leagrave station is just three miles away, and Luton is also close by. Both of these stations offer fast rail links to London and to a number of other towns and cities.
By Bus
Plenty of buses run into the centre of Dunstable from Luton and other surrounding towns. Regular services include the 70 from Luton, Leighton Buzzard and Milton Keynes and the X31 direct to Hemel Hempstead and Milton Keynes.
For the job centre in Dunstable, you will need to get off at the main town square, where all buses into the town stop. From here, all you need to do is find the north side of the square, from where you will be able to see Mountbatten House, where the job centre is located.
Travelling by Car
The A5 runs right through the centre of Dunstable and will take you to within yards of the job centre. So, follow this into the town and, right where you see the Saracen's Head pub, turn off onto small street running alongside the town square, and you will see Mountbatten House almost right away.
Limited on-street parking is available on the small streets off the main High Street.
Other Job Centres nearby
- Luton JobCentre - 5 miles away
- Leighton Buzzard JobCentre - 7 miles away
- Hemel Hempstead JobCentre - 10 miles away


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When you have vacation time and you actually have the resources to go on a trip, you come back to the office refreshed and ready for the challenges ahead. Sometimes the planning of those trips, especially complicated multi-city adventures or jaunts overseas, is more stressful than the work you're trying to escape. Alamo has a new plan to help you skip the arduous planning and just hop in your rental car to start your adventure.
Alamo calls these of vehicles its "Self-Vacationing" fleet, and the car's infotainment system can do everything from arranging hotel rooms, making dinner reservations, and ordering flowers. At the start of your trip, you answer a few simple questions from Alamo about your preferences and how long you'll be in town and the company uses its patented Vacation Cruise Control Technology to plan out your whole trip. As if all of this wasn't handy enough, the Self-Vacationing vehicles are also fully autonomous.
Some early reviewers (and the commercial for the cars) points out that this autonomous technology has a mind of its own, and it can get a bit snippy if you do not give credit where it's due. Any issues with that are simple enough to avoid if you are a kind person who was properly taught how to say "please" and "thank you."
Check out the fleet in action in Alamo's latest commercial below.
In case you haven't guessed yet, Alamo's Self-Vacationing car is totally an April Fools' Day prank. While we're bummed that we still have to plan our own vacations, we're glad that we get to choose our outings and dining spots in a new city, instead of a computer algorithm.
The News Wheel is a digital auto magazine providing readers with a fresh perspective on the latest car news. We're located in the heart of America (Dayton, Ohio) and our goal is to deliver an entertaining and informative perspective on what's trending in the automotive world. See more articles from The News Wheel.


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The insistence by U.S. President Donald Trump last week that his response to last week's violence in Charlottesville remind Americans there were "very fine people" among all camps that were present — including the neo-Nazis, white supremacists and antifa agitators who were there — prompted an outpouring of support for the New York-based Anti-Defamation League (ADL) from some of the most prominent corporate executives in the United States.
James Murdoch, CEO of 21st Century Fox and the son of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, announced this week that he and his wife Kathryn will donate $1 million to the ADL, which he called "an extraordinary force for vigilance and strength in the face of bigotry."
In an email sent to friends and quoted by Forbes, Murdoch wrote, "The presence of hate in our society was appallingly laid bare as we watched swastikas brandished on the streets of Charlottesville and acts of brutal terrorism and violence perpetrated by a racist mob. . . I can't even believe I have to write this: standing up to Nazis is essential; there are no good Nazis. Or Klansmen, or terrorists. Democrats, Republicans, and others must all agree on this, and it compromises nothing for them to do so."
Murdoch wasn't the only one.
JPMorgan Chase pledged up to $2 million to anti-hate groups; $1 million is to be split between the ADL and the Southern Poverty Law Center "to further their work in tracking, exposing and fighting hate groups and other extremist organizations. In an internal email on Monday, JP Morgan's Peter Scher, head of corporate responsibility at the bank and who runs its foundation, wrote "the events … reflect deep divisions across our country and compel us to redouble our efforts."
The bank will also match employee contributions to the anti-hate groups up to another $1 million.
Last Wednesday, Apple CEO Tim Cook also pledged a donation of $1 million to the ADL in a memo to the firm's global employees. (Another million will go to the Southern Poverty Law Center.) Cook added that Apple will match employee contributions to the ADL or SPLC on a two-for-one basis through September 30.
Betsaida Alcantara, a spokesperson for the Anti-Defamation League told CNBC on Monday in an emailed statement that donations were also received last week from Uber, MGM Resorts and Bumble. In fact, last week online donations to the ADL increased six-fold versus the average for 2017, according to Alcantara, who said the amount of funds that were raised increased 1,000 percent.
"We are proud that the great majority of the individual online donations came from first-time donors," Alcantara said.


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The journey to an end goal, be it fat loss, lean gains, muscle mass or overall weight gain is never linear. To use a driving analogy, you come across various red and amber lights that stop you in your tracks or slow your progress down, but these soon turn green again and things continue to flow nicely. Every now and then though we will come up to a roundabout, and although roundabouts allow you to continue to move and your journey to continue…you really don't get very far!
The problem with roundabouts are that we get so wrapped up in going round in circles that we lose track of what exit we should be taking. What I want you to remember here is that ANY exit will do off the back of Christmas, the direction is meaningless here, the key is momentum, regain that momentum and soon you'll pick up the correct path again.
Make YOU, your health, your end goal your priority, NOT your cravings. If you have indulged on chocolate, cake, cheese and other indulgences, then expect to have to content with the so called 'toxic hunger' many face. The low energy and headachy feeling that quickly follows a drop off of sugar. Don't get me wrong, this is a good thing, it may not feel like it but it is your body's way of recalibrating itself, re-regulating your blood sugar balance and regaining control.
You have to ride the post-Christmas binge out for a few days (usually 2-3) and give yourself maybe a week of solid, consistent clean eating to reprogram that mind-set and hormonal shift. Don't wait until the New Year to do it either…the time is now. Let's do this!
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The concept of "JUMP" represents mobility, agility, and being in motion; not at a standstill. Though the 'jumping' movement itself has its high and low points, there is progression with moving ahead and transitioning with every 'jump' made.
Through the JUMP campaign, SENSE aims to reach out to the community to raise awareness on the need to be in constant motion, and actively seek out lifelong learning and personal development opportunities, which support their journey towards employment or returning to the workforce.
The JUMP campaign encompasses four sub-themes; JUMP Start, JUMP Across, JUMP Ahead and JUMP Together. The respective sub-themes aim to address different areas of need.
Through the different sub-themes, SENSE will tailor activities and programmes suited to the needs of target groups, to assist them in their journey of personal growth and development and/or search for employment.
For this upcoming Career Fair, we have gotten employers from the different growth sectors to come on board – mainly accountancy, healthcare, food and beverage, early education and logistics. There are more than 1,000 vacancies available during the two-day Career Fair!
Available Positions include:
To access the full job listing, please click here.
We will also be conducting the fourth run of our Speed Date My Profession series, especially for the tertiary students who are aspiring to be Professionals, Managers, Executives, and Technicians (PMETs). As students begin to plan the next path of their life upon graduation, this session will be able to provide them useful information in pursuing and following their passion and landing the job they want or even to be out of their comfort zone and expose themselves to learn and experience new opportunities. Our facilitators from different backgrounds will be able to share insights on intense competition in both education and the job market. Limited seats are available! Register now!
There are other informational and interactive booths available during the fair! Find out for yourself how emerging technologies such as virtual reality and 3D pen are shaping how we live, learn, work and play!
Grab the chance to win attractive prizes during the fair! Don't miss it!
Programme-of-the-Day (12 October 2018, Friday)
10.00AM Pre-registration for Career Fair
10.30AM Commencement of JUMP! Career Fair
5.30PM End of JUMP! Career Fair
Programme-of-the-Day (13 October 2018, Saturday)
10.00AM Pre-registration for Career Fair
10.30AM Commencement of JUMP! Career Fair
1.00PM End of ZUMBA / Sharing session by MENDAKI SENSE
1.30PM Sharing session by ePM
2.15PM Speed Date My Profession Series – What's Next For Me?
3.00PM Arrival of Guest-of-Honour
Dr Mohamad Maliki Bin Osman
Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Defence & Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mayor, South East CDC
5.30PM End of JUMP! Career Fair
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Donald Ojogo is a seasoned journalist. Born on October 25, 1968, Ojogo attended Local Authority Primary School, Arogbo (1974-1980) as well as Ijaw National High School, Arogbo (1980-1985) both for his elementary and secondary education. He also attended the elitist Federal School of Arts and Science, Ondo from 1986-87. This was a school known for high and quality academic intervention and pride of the GCE Advanced Level era.
Having come from humble background, Donald chose to engage in menial jobs, including being a boat deckhand and operator for one year after his secondary before his teacher-father, now late, took him to Federal School, Ondo. Even though his late father had an unquenchable passion for his son to go to the University despite financial challenges, Donald chose to work at the defunct Ilaje/Ese-Odo Local Government as a clerk for two years before proceeding to the university.
He attended the University of Lagos(1990-1995) where he obtained the Bachelors Degree in History and later obtained a Masters Degrees in History and Strategic Studies from the same institution. After his mandatory one year NYSC assignment in Kogi State (1996), Ojogo commenced his journey that created many uncommon opportunities for him, the Journalism career. His first stint, though very brief, was the flagship, The Guardian Newspaper.
He later worked in other media houses and rose to senior editorial positions. These include the Daily Independent (Politics Correspondent, Senior Politics Correspondent) Nigerian Tribune(Regional Editor, South-South/East and later Features Editor), Daily Independent (Politics Editor, Abuja) Leadership(Group Politics Editor) and New Telegraph.
Donald Ojogo's experience in the Public Service is as follows: Press Secretary to Governor of Ondo State Governor(2007-2009), Senior Technical Adviser (Public Affairs, Media and Policy Strategy) to the Minister of State for Agriculture(2016-2017), Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of the Deputy Governor, Ondo State(May-August, 2017) and Hon Commissioner for Lands and Housing,Ondo State(August 2017-September, 2018).
Donald Ojogo played patriotic role in ensuring the release of six Igbonla Model College students kidnapped on May 25, 2017. He displayed courage, commitment and patriotism by teaming up with the Deputy Governor, Alfred Agboola Ajayi to secure the release of the children from their abductors in the creeks.
In his short period as Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Ojogo was the co-Chairman of the State Land Reform Committee and carried many creative innovations in the Ministry before he resigned to enable him contest for the Ilaje /Ese-Odo Federal Constituency, a position that has eluded the people of Arogbo Ijaw since the return of democracy in 1999.


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Cooking Lamb for Easter, Passover
Spring celebrations wouldn't be the same without one classic centerpiece: leg of lamb. Whether roasted or grilled, a leg of lamb is a tried and true addition to the Easter or Passover table. As elegant as it is, it's also quite simple to prepare.
Source: American Lamb Board
Roasted Boneless Leg of American Lamb with
Fingerling Potatoes, Leeks, and Mint Salsa Verde
Servings: 6-8
Mint Salsa Verde
3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 cups loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
3 anchovy fillets
1 tbsp. capers, drained and rinsed
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
3 to 3 1/2 lbs. boneless leg of American lamb, butterflied
2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
3 large leeks
2 lbs. fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
Position rack in lower third of oven (so roast will be in the middle) and heat to 325° F. With food processor running, add garlic cloves. When finely minced, stop motor, remove top and scrape down bowl. Add parsley, mint, anchovies, capers, salt, and pepper. Pulse until ingredients are finely chopped. Pour in 2 tbsp. olive oil and pulse to combine. Transfer about two-thirds of paste to small bowl and cover with remaining olive oil. Cover tightly and refrigerate until serving time, or up to 2 days.
Lay lamb flat on cutting board with fat side up. Trim fat to no more than 1/8 inch. Turn meat over and trim away any large chunks of fat from interior, but leave the rest intact. Be careful not to trim away connective tissue that holds meat together. Season lamb on both sides with 2 tsp. salt.
Spread salsa verde paste over interior of meat to edges, rubbing into crevices. Reserve remaining salsa verde. Roll lamb up lengthwise into cylinder. Use kitchen twine to tie cylinder at 1 1/2-inch intervals. Tie another piece of twine lengthwise to secure ends. Allow lamb to sit at room temperature 1-2 hours before roasting. (If you plan to wait more than 2 hours before roasting, loosely cover and refrigerate roast, but bring to room temperature before cooking.) Pat outside of roast dry using paper towels before roasting.
Trim dark green tops from leeks. Halve leeks lengthwise and rinse well. Pat dry and cut into 2-inch pieces. Put leeks and halved potatoes in large roasting pan. Drizzle vegetables with olive oil, season with remaining salt and toss to coat. Spread vegetables around roasting pan in even layer. Place lamb roast on top, seam-side down and transfer to oven. Roast until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center of meat reaches 135° F for medium-rare, about 1-1 1/2 hours.
Transfer lamb to cutting board and allow meat to rest for 20-30 minutes, loosely covered with foil. (The internal temperature will increase to 145° F.) Bring reserved salsa verde to room temperature. Toss vegetables in roasting pan to coat in pan drippings. If they are tender and browned, set aside in a warm spot while meat rests. If not, return to oven to finish cooking.
Trim away kitchen twine and cut roast into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices over vegetables. Stir salsa verde to incorporate oil, spoon it over meat and serve.
Grilled Butterflied American
Lamb Leg with Mint-Pistachio Pesto
Serves: 6-8
3 lbs. boneless leg of American lamb, butterflied
salt and pepper (to taste)
Mint-Pistachio Pesto
1 cup shelled pistachios
1 cup fresh mint (leaves only)
1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tbsp. lemon juice (to taste)
1 tsp. lemon zest
1/2 tsp. sea salt (to taste)
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
pinch red chili pepper flakes
Heat oven to 350° F. Lay lamb leg open on a cutting board. Trim off visible fat. Season lamb generously with salt and pepper; allow to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to grilling.
Toast pistachios by placing in single layer in shallow dish or pan and baking 8 to 10 minutes.
In food processor, add pistachios, mint, parsley, oil, vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and chili flakes; blend until somewhat chunky.
Heat grill to medium-high. Grill lamb leg to medium-rare (remove from heat when thermometer reads between 130° F and 135° F), or to desired doneness.
Rest meat, lightly covered, for at least 10 minutes before serving. Slice meat across grain into thin slices.
Serve lamb with pesto, grilled vegetables, and salad.


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Deviled Eggs with Chopped Herring
Deviled Eggs with Chopped Herring
Meal Theme:
- Make Ahead
Total Time:
30 Minutes
Approximate Yield:
Great to eat at any time of day!
12large eggs, hard boiled and peeled
2 tablespoonsScallions (finely minced)
2 tablespoonscarrot (finely minced)
2 tablespoonsfresh dill (chopped)
1 teaspoondry mustard
1 tablespoonwhole grain mustard
3 tablespoonsmayonnaise
2 tablespoonsSour Cream
4 ouncesacme chopped herring salad (or chopped pickled herring)
1 dashkosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
1 pinchwhole yellow mustard seeds (for garnish)
1 pinchdill (for garnish)
Carefully cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove yolks, place in a bowl and mash with a fork. Add scallion, carrot, dill, dry mustard, whole grain mustard, mayonnaise and sour cream to the yolks and mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Add the chopped herring and season to taste with salt and pepper. Generously heap yolk mixture into egg white halves and chill. Just before serving, garnish with mustard seeds and dill.
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Oxidized Butterfly Necklace
A unique butterfly handcrafted with extreme precision and care with brushed texture and oxidized finish in the finest sterling silver. Comes with a sterling silver chain of your choice.
Pendant height - 55mm
Chain Options:
18" silk chain
18" caviar chain
19" cotton cord
15" & 18" Stiff omega chain
Select your correct style and size from the drop down menu. 2" extenders are included with each chain
Material: 925 sterling silver
Shipping & Returns: Complimentary standard shipping and returns within Continental U.S on all orders. We will email you a shipping label for you to print at home and send us back if there is a return.
All purchases arrive in our custom black and rose gold foil box, perfect for gifting. We also include a jewelry polishing cloth for the non-plated sterling silver jewelry.
It is natural for sterling silver jewelry to tarnish, blacken or discolor over time, particularly if the piece is worn regularly. Tarnish is caused by several factors which include:
- Exposure to moisture, humidity, sunlight, and oxygen.
- Exposure to perfume, soap, moisturizer, shampoo, etc. and cleaning products such as dishwashing liquid and bleach.
- Exposure to chlorine in water especially in swimming pools where chlorine is present in higher concentration.
How to Care For Your Veatge jewelry
Veatge advises against:
- Swimming, showering or undertaking vigorous exercise while wearing jewelry.
- Exposing jewelry to cleaning agents or cosmetics such as foundations, perfumes, hairsprays.
- Exposing jewelry to excessive heat or prolonged periods of direct sunlight.
- Use of commercial silver 'dip' solutions as they are unsuitable for cleaning hollow, oxidized, stone-set, pearl or plated jewelry and can cause surface deterioration.
Here are some care guidelines to follow:
- Plain silver is usually suitable for everyday wear unless it is a fragile design. It can be cleaned with a silver cleaning cloth that most Veatge jewelry comes with. More difficult or stubborn tarnishing may require use of a commercial cleaning metal polish or silver foam.
- Matte silver is usually suitable for everyday wear unless it is a fragile design. The use of polishing cloths are unsuitable for matte finish jewelry. It is recommended to wash matte silver with warm soapy water or apply a paste made from bicarbonate of soda and water. Rub the paste on the jewelry piece, allow it to sit for a couple of minutes, then rinse in water. Silver cleaning foam can also be used.
- Oxidized silver is usually suitable for everyday wear unless it is a fragile design. It is best to clean oxidized silver with a soft cleaning cloth or wash with warm soapy water. Do not use silver dip as this can remove the oxidation.
- Enamel is suitable for occasional wear only and should not be subjected to long exposure to sunlight. It should be treated very carefully and must not be dropped or knocked. Direct exposure to cosmetics and cleaning agents may affect color and finish. It should be cleaned with a soft silver cloth or warm soapy water.
- Gold plate (or vermeil) is suitable for occasional wear only. It can be washed with warm soapy water or polished with a soft cloth. Do not rub vigorously or the plating could be removed.
- Pearls - Direct exposure to cosmetics and cleaning agents may affect the luster and color of the pearl. They should be cleaned with a soft cloth or warm soapy water.
- Stone-set jewelry can be suitable for everyday wear but will depend on the design. Pave set jewelry, for example, is more suited to occasional wear. Stone set jewelry should be cleaned with warm soapy water.
1. What is rhodium plated jewelry? Does rhodium plating last forever? Why is rhodium plating expensive?
2. Is sterling silver real silver? What is the difference between pure silver and sterling silver. Difference between sterling silver and plated silver.
3. What is gold vermeil jewelry? Gold plated vs. gold vermeil. Does gold vermeil cause skin allergy? How long does gold vermeil last? How to care for gold vermeil jewelry?


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The 2019 Red Hat Forum Switzerland will be held January 23 at the Forum Geneva. The annual Forum brings together key decision makers, executives, engineers, developers and suppliers.
This year's mission is to bring together technology leaders and facilitate a dialogue that sets a fast pace in development, operations and automation.
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- Keynote presentations by industry titans
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PEARL HARBOR (NNS) -- "Your entire way of life is now changed. More will be expected of you; more will be demanded of you. Not because you are an E7 but because you are now a Chief Petty Officer." These words from the United States Navy Chief Petty Officer Creed are fresh, but time proven words that will be ingrained into this year's chosen chief selects.
At the beginning of July and August lives were changed. Chief results for reservists, full-time support and active duty E6's were released notifying eligible Sailors for one of the highly anticipated milestones of their career. The chief selects now embark on weeks of training, mentorship, rigorous tasks and orders to mold them into wiser leaders and stronger Sailors. The selectees will ultimately join the family of over 30,000 chiefs as they become members of CPO Messes throughout the fleet.
As chief season begins, one of the first steps for chief petty officer (CPO) selectees is CPO Leadership Development Course (CPOLDC). Just as the Sailors have done from the rank of E4 to E6, they are attending an indoctrination leadership course. This year in Hawaii, however, CPO selectees attended a weeklong pilot version for a new CPOLDC aboard Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Aug 5-9. Hawaii is one of three regions asked to participate in the pilot program and provide feedback to Navy Leadership Ethics Command (NLEC), based in Newport, Rhode Island. The two other regions were in Washington state and San Diego.
"This class is more focused on character based training, ethics and building toughness. Whereas some of the older CPO indoctrinations were more competence training," said Command Master Chief Aaron Lee, a member of one of the groups heading up the pilot program. "This [class] is more teaching Sailors how to be Sailors."
"Character amplifies competence" is the overall motto for enlisted leader development and a part of the Navy Leader Development Framework presented by Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson. This motto implies that one's character is a source for demonstrated competence; character is part of the foundation for success.
Chief petty officers are not only regarded for their technical expertise and leadership ability, but they are in an advocate role for Sailors. Chiefs are liaisons, bridging the gap between officers and enlisted personnel. They are mentors for junior Sailors and junior officers alike. It is vital they understand the essence of a Sailor and how a chief's nature and character can play a vital role in a Sailor's development.
"I think character is super important in what we do every day as Sailors. The last indoctrination course really didn't' go deep into character base training," said Lee. "We have future leaders, future chiefs, that are going through this course. If anything it is a reminder of what we want our future Sailors to look like."
The ways in which the Navy trains its leaders is getting an upgrade with the rollout of the CNO's Leader Development Framework. Enlisted leaders are critical in ensuring the Navy achieves operational excellence and the Navy will demand more from those leaders.
The CPOLDC is a great opportunity to start future chiefs on the right path. As CPO selectees navigate the road from being a first class to becoming a chief they are able to review their own character and how they will need to apply their outlook to their new work environments.
"This class is really emphasizing character and different ways to form line of distinction so one can be in charge of [those who were fellow] first classes and still maintain a good working relationship, which is necessary," said CPOLDC class participant Yeoman 1st Class Dan Ezell.
The new CPOLDC pilot program is an opportunity for the instructors to share the tenants of the new course while also gathering feedback to ensure the course, and ones like it, are the best they can be. The program strives to make certain that strong foundations are laid and Sailors are prepared for many instances that will inevitably come their way.
"[The CPOLDC] is important because it lays the foundation," said Ezell. "It's not going to teach you everything you can expect, but it definitely goes over a lot of scenarios that could happen your first days as a chief and that's going to be extremely important."
For many, reaching the conclusion of chief season is a goal and dream coming to fruition. Chief pinning is one of the most memorable events and a turning point for their careers. Chief Messes around the Fleet will welcome their new brothers and sisters and the new chiefs will begin a new chapter in their Navy journey.
"It's a culmination. For some people, the pinnacle of their career is putting anchors on their collar and training junior and future Sailors," said Lee. "Like me, I hope the new chiefs take pride in watching Sailors grow."
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Dear Friends,
I had a good time with my foster mom and her daughter….we drove after the adoption event on Saturday at Hollywood Feed in Cordova to a different adoption event…a celebration of adopted children. She loaded me up in the car and off we all went down HWY 64 past Somerville. And we kept going….we stopped and got out of the car to see there were alot of people that I didn't know and lots of adopted children all having fun. They were running and playing games. I got to go for a great walk in the woods…never been way out in the forest before…wow.. what great smells, the leaves, trees! I was in dog heaven! After awhile the sun went down and it got really cold, so I laid down on a sleeping bag and my foster mom covered me up to keep me warm near the fire. All the little children from China, Russia, and other places kept coming over and talking to me…I licked them and said thanks for the welcome. I even got to eat hotdogs with everyone….mmmm good. After a while we loaded up and off we went home…but I'll never forget my fun evening in the woods.
Yours Truly, Daisy
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You've probably heard various approaches to fitness. Some people say "no pain, no gain," while others seem to think that unless you're in the gym every day, you're not really exercising. The fact is, you should find the wellness and activity plan that works best for you. Luckily, there are many ways to get into an activity that will keep you feeling healthy and happy.
The first step is to shift your focus about what physical exercise really is. Some active seniors stay perfectly fit without ever stepping foot inside a health club. Use this advice to find creative ways to stay fit.
Know the Benefits
Doctors say there are plenty of benefits to daily activity. You could:
In addition, you could sleep better, get a confidence boost, improve brain function, and more.
Still, some people dread the idea of exercise and general wellness. That's likely because they haven't yet found activities that match their interests. At our senior centers throughout Volusia County, you'll find a wide variety of options to keep your mind and body sharp every day. That includes line dancing, walking groups, balance and stability, painting and watercolors, Mahjong, and more.
Plus, if you or a loved one needs a helping hand around the house, we offer senior care services to make your life easier. Contact us for more information at (386) 253-4700 x 225.
Embrace the Challenge
Daily physical activity is about much more than just working up a sweat. In fact, researchers with the Archives of Internal Medicine say the death rate for active seniors is 75 percent less than for those who don't get any movement at all throughout the day.
When you focus on activity, you make normal tasks easier. That includes yard work and even personal maintenance like showering, dressing, and eating. That means you'll be less dependent on others, which gives you greater freedom.
Plus, it's easy to get a nutritious meal when you make a reservation to eat at our Ormond Beach senior center or any one of our other dining sites throughout Volusia County. As a bonus, you'll also enjoy pleasant conversation with like-minded people.
Find Your Fit
Health experts say it's more likely that you'll stick with exercise when you find options that you actually enjoy and will actually commit to at least a few times a week. The good news is that there are plenty of choices. That includes swimming, cycling, tennis (or pickleball), golf, walking, and much more.
If dancing is your thing, dust off your shoes and join our Ormond Beach dance classes. We also host other activities at our senior centers throughout Volusia County. That includes yoga and meditation, card games, NSB Bingo, music, and language classes. Browse the event calendar on our website (www.coavolusia.org) or call us for more information at (386) 253-4700 x 225.
See the Total Picture
You might be fully on board with getting and staying active in 2019, but aren't sure just how to get started. Thankfully, it's easy to begin your path to improved overall wellness. The first step is to visit the Council on Aging location nearest to you. Here, you'll find a wealth of activities you can enjoy with like-minded people who share your same interests.
For instance, at our Deltona senior center (and other sites throughout Volusia County) you can:
A full list of activities is available through our website (www.coavolusia.org). Our friendly and knowledgeable staff members are also on hand to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact us at any time, and take the next steps toward a happier and healthier you.
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There's a very good reason that drivers are told to keep their eyes on the road.
When they don't, bad things usually happen.
We all know this from personal or observed experience.
The same principle applies, of course, to common sense rules for boating, for hunting, for cooking or just about any activity with the potential for danger.
The fact is that we're safer when we follow the rules.
Pull off the road to text on your cellphone.
Don't ignore boat channel markers.
Don't shoot at sounds in the bushes.
Use mesh splatter screens when frying.
The list goes on and on for the laws of safe living.
And so it is with the laws of faithful living.
Psalm 119:11 tells us that the more we instill the Word of God into our hearts and minds, the less we'll sin against God.
We all have unfortunate memories of the times we neglected the Word and paid the price for it.
It's very likely that our neglect of the Word — God's laws for living — caused others to pay a price, as well, in one way or another.
I thank God, though, that many of you have learned the lesson of trusting God's Word in increasing measure.
Spiritual goofs will still happen to us all occasionally until we graduate to glory. But at least our destiny is headed in the right direction — up!
The following verse from today's reading in the One-Year Bible sums up what we must remember.
"If your law had not been my delight, I would have perished in my affliction." (Psalm 119:92)
God doesn't want us to perish but instead to flourish. He promises so in 2 Cor. 9:8.
Hunger and thirst after righteousness. Crave His Truth. Yearn to learn. Read the Bible daily. Do as I do each morning and go to oneyearbibleonline.com to select the month and day for each reading.
You'll spend 10-12 minutes a day learning of how wonderful God is and of how you can overcome whatever challenges come your way.
That's a whole lot better than ending up in a spiritual ditch — perhaps even off the cliff — because you didn't keep your eyes on the straight and narrow road.
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Star: PETALING JAYA: One-third of heart patients in the country are under 45 years old.
Universiti Malaya Medical Centre's (UMMC) cardiology division head Prof Dr Wan Azman Wan Ahmad said more young people were getting heart disease compared to 30 years ago.
This could be due to an unhealthy diet, higher level of stress and a change in lifestyle.
"Thirty years ago, heart patients were aged between 50 and 55 for males and 60 and 65 for females. But today, we get patients as young as 15.
"There are various factors that cause heart disease. One of them is eating unhealthy food, which young people are doing because they eat a lot of fast food and deep fried Western food," Dr Wan Azman told reporters after the opening of the Love Your Heart forum at UMMC here yesterday.
About 200 people attended the half-day forum, which also had free health screening.
Dr Wan Azman said heart disease was now also more common among Malays.
"This could be due to the fact that more Malays have migrated from rural areas to the city, giving them more choices of unhealthy food," he said.
He advised the public to go to the hospital for an immediate check-up if they felt pain in their chest.
"Many people who experience chest pain are afraid to go to the hospital because they would rather not know the result of the symptom, which is usually angina (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart)
"They would rather go to a general practitioner or traditional physician to seek treatment. But when they find out (subsequently) that they have heart disease, it might be too late," Dr Wan Azman said.
July 30, 2006
Heart patients as young as 15
Star: PETALING JAYA: One-third of heart patients in the country are under 45 years old.


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Le Petit Comte: Huz?
Me: What? Horse?
LPC: *grabbing torso and pulling closer* Huz? Huz?
Me: ... ... Oh my gosh. HUGS? Do you want a hug, buddy?
LPC: *gives a huge hug* Mmmmmmmmmm! *breaks away and grabs me by the chin* Kiss? *gives big kiss*
...30 minutes later...
*uninterrupted, unprompted, Gollum-like shrieking for 20 minutes*
^has never happened before. I have no idea what it was all about.


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It's been a pretty good summer, and now it's come to an end. I tried a lot of new products this summer – well, some of them weren't technically new, but they were ones I hadn't tried before. My personal favourite is Aveda Lip Shine, which I got for half price ($20.50 – they are currently $44 at full price, but evidently were once $41) in the now discontinued shade Night Iris. It looks sort of red in the tube, but it's more like a dark pink with some shimmer. Very moisturising and long-lasting, and it tastes good too!
Note: the lip shine pictured is not in the colour Night Iris. Also, I had said in another post that Aveda Lip Shine contains artificial colours. I was wrong about this; there are only natural colours in this product.


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About me
Lo scrivo in inglese, così fa più fico. Prossimamente tradotto in itaglianese. 🙂
"About me:
A passionate photographer photo-illustrator currently living in Rome, Italy.
Giorgio Cara is my nom de plume.
Beyond any personal interest and/or very modest talent in photography, figurative art and literature, I consider myself an animal right advocate, and I live with many of them – and with a fiancée too. 🙂
I am an earnest vegetarian."


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Forum: Healthful food access in New Haven, even in summer
Have you noticed the Mobile Pantry Summer Meals trucks circulating in New Haven neighborhoods this summer? Summer can be a challenging time for families in need of healthful food. Some of the comments made by families visiting the free meal sites have been, "It's a blessing, helps my family survive these hard times" and "Getting food for my kid. I go without eating because my kids need to eat."
During the summer months, thousands of schoolchildren would forgo a significant portion of their meals if not for the Summer Meal Program, funded by USDA. A 2015 DataHaven Community Wellbeing survey of 800 New Haven residents reported 22 percent of respondents did not have money to buy food that their family needed. Based on previous trends, we know that only 50 percent of eligible students in New Haven participate in the summer program. During the school year, students have access to free or reduced price meals in their schools; the Summer Meal Program helps fill the gap when school is not in session. This program is federally funded, state administered, and locally organized by school districts, community organizations and volunteers.
Some of the New Haven Summer Meal Program sites have partnered with the Connecticut Food Bank Mobile Pantry. This collaboration helps families in the community obtain fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and more for their households from the mobile pantry, while children under age 18 receive a nutritious meal. It is a win-win for families challenged by situations in which they would otherwise not be able to secure adequate food to meet their needs. During August when many of the school-based meal sites close, the mobile summer meal truck will operate in six locations throughout the community. The schedule is available by calling 211, at www.CTSummerFood.org, texting CTmeals to 877877, or www.getconnectednewhaven.com. A schedule of sites partnered with the Connecticut Food Bank is available at www.ctfoodbank.org/summermeals.
The American Heart Association is further supporting healthy food access by working in collaboration with many community organizations to urge those who donate food items to shelters, food banks, church pantries, and soup kitchens to consider selecting foods that provide the most healthful benefits and quality nutrients. Fresh fruits and vegetables may be perishable and not easily stored, but many food assistance programs do accept them for distribution if they can be quickly delivered. Low-sodium foods, and those with reduced or no additional sweeteners can be excellent choices, along with whole grain items and protein-rich foods. Supporting food pantries with nutritious options not only enables these programs to feed body and soul, it also promotes health and well-being by reducing the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Ways to donate can be found by going to www.ctfoodbank.org.
Many people are unaware that their friends and neighbors may be going without meals. Transportation issues, financial difficulties, physical or mental health problems, or other factors may be affecting their ability to get food. That is why a citywide Food Insecurity and Food Access Survey is being conducted this summer. The findings will create a profile on hunger and food assistance efforts taking place in New Haven. This information will be shared with community members at a Sept. 24 Food Visioning Workshop at Hill Regional Career High School, from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Interested residents are urged to mark their calendars to attend the event where strategies for increasing access to healthy foods and beverages will be discussed. Join us in this call to action! You can also visit www.heart.org/healthierCT.
Sharon Mierzwa, RD, MPH, is American Heart Association regional campaign manager, New Haven ANCHOR Program.