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At stake is more than simply who shall govern the $2.8 trillion economy: Cameron has promised a referendum on European Union membership while Scottish nationalists, who want Scotland's independence, are seeking a kingmaker position.
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The upcoming year will demand prudent and informed U.S. engagement to help support regional stability and economic progress in Asia. Despite recent international collaboration on environmental concerns, economic reforms, and counterterrorism, 2015 will raise many of the same national security and political dilemmas that defined 2014.
Already, 2015 has begun on tense terms. On the security front, nuclear proliferation, cyber insecurity, and a resurgence of militant activity in the Middle East have amplified the need for U.S. leadership at home and abroad. The U.S. imposed new sanctions against North Korean actors after cyberattacks on Sony Pictures took the world by surprise. China will continue to pull its neighbors into maritime disputes while trying to secure its status as a major power. Meanwhile, Russia, tied by Western sanctions, will use 2015 to strengthen energy and economic partnerships with Asia. The United States, for its part, may succeed in balancing out Russia and China by approving the Trans-Pacific Partnership and implementing a stronger economic and military rebalance to Asia.
Momentum is building in both India and Indonesia after they elected innovative leaders eager to recast their countries' standing in the world. Future elections in Thailand, Myanmar, Taiwan, and Hong Kong could ultimately determine the near-term course of greater political freedom in the Asia-Pacific. Meanwhile, Afghanistan will have to learn how to manage a weak economy and warring factions as the U.S. drawdown pushes the country toward independence. All of these events are cast against the backdrop of plummeting oil prices and an upheaval in the global energy landscape that may help accelerate global economic recovery.
"15 for 2015: Forecasts for the Asia-Pacific" highlights 15 areas to watch over the upcoming year. The essays predict how developments in 2015 will shape the economy, political systems, and geopolitical arena in the Asia-Pacific and beyond. Over the next year, NBR will continue to produce research and analysis on these topics as we explore how to build a more peaceful and secure world.
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6. Iran's Year to Come in from the Cold
7. North Korea's Nuclear Capability
8. India's Economic Diplomacy
9. Xi Jinping's New Foreign Policy
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11. Can Shinzo Abe Make Good on His Promises in Japan?
12. High-Profile Negotiations across the Pacific
13. Changes to the Global Energy Landscape
14. The U.S. Rebalance to Asia
15. Cyber Insecurity
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Last month, a film was released that took a closer look at the history of women engineers in the United States. The movie was based on a true story surrounding a team of 3 African-American females that provided NASA with key mathematical data used to launch the program's first successful mission in space during the late 1960's. As this motion picture shows, historically, engineering has been known as a 'boys only' club. However, like other predominantly male-dominate fields, we see the ladies taking on crucial roles. Check out this list below that breaks down a few favorites to watch in 2017.
Diane Greene
First up on our list is no stranger to the world of engineering. Diana Greens is known as the woman tasked with transforming Google's cloud business. An avid sailor, Greene began her career as a mechanical engineer building boats and windsurfers. She has used her background in this industry to see data sharing for the revolution that it is/will be and believes that the key to understanding data can be found in new techniques like machine learning. Although far from a novice in the engineering world, we cannot wait to see what all Greene has in store for us throughout the year.
Jessica McKellar
The next superwoman on our list was recently named one of Forbes' 30 under 30 in 2017 Young Innovators Transforming Enterprise Tech and, also received the prestigious 2016 Women in Open Source award for her work as Director of Engineering and Chief of Staff to the Vice President of Engineering at Dropbox. McKellar began her career as an intern with VMware before eventually co-founding Zulip which was later acquired by Dropbox. A mindset that McKellar developed and implements daily is to constantly be open to learning, as well as teaching all that there is to know about programming. With such an impressive resume already built, we are excited to see what she does this year and in the years ahead.
Noramay Cadena
The third professional on our list has such an impressive background we don't even know where to begin! From teen mom to three MIT degrees, Noramay Cadena is no stranger to hard work and determination. As cofounder of Make In LA, her goal was to build the epicenter of hardware startups. While boys are welcome, this hardware accelerator and early state investment fund is predominately female-driven. Cadena recently said, "[One of] our goals is to attract the best entrepreneurs and startups from around the globe and help them build successful tech-enabled hardware products."
Elizabeth Rickard
Last but not least, our final standout engineering female to watch in 2017 started to really make a name for herself last year. As co-owner, Head Engineer and Financial Director at Highwire, Elizabeth Rickard loves to see the shock on individual's faces when she tells them that she is an engineer. Due to her love for art and literacy, she often has to remind others that engineers come with numerous talents reaching far outside the traditional field. Rickard is sure to bring us even more great things in years to come.
Whether a beginner or pro, our top women engineer picks for 2017 are sure to make an impact. Who are some of your favorite leading ladies of engineering?


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Random Athlete Of The Day- Kenny Satterfield
Kenny Satterfield, also known as "Serious Satellite," was born and raised New York City, New York. He attended the well-known Rice High School in Harlem, an alumni base which includes Felipe Lopez, Edgar Sosa, Kemba Walker and Durand Scott. The exciting point guard developed into a McDonald's All-American and committed to Cincinnati.
As a freshman he joined a dangerous team made up of Kenyon Martin, DeMarr Johnson, Steve Logan and Pete Mickeal. Satterfield contributed immediately averaging 9.2 ppg, 5.4 apg, and 3.4 rpg on a team that went 29-4 and 16-0 in the Conference USA. However Cincinnati took a significant turn for the worst when star player Kenyon Martin broke his right fibula in the Conference USA quarterfinals. The Bearcats were upset by Tulsa in the second round of tournament.
As a sophomore Satterfield paired up with Steve Logan as the team's leaders and helped the Bearcats to a 25-10 record. Satterfield averaged 14.4 ppg, 5.1 apg, and 4.7 rpg leading Cincinnati to a Sweet 16 appearance, taking down BYU and Kent State before losing to Stanford. Satterfield was satisfied with his collegiate play and believed he was ready for the next level. He fell to the second round and was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2001 NBA Draft.
Three months after the Draft, Satterfield was traded to the Denver Nuggets for a future second round draft pick. As a rookie he played in 36 games and averaged 5.3 ppg and three apg in 15.6 mpg. The next season he played for the Nuggets until he was waived in mid-December.
Although his statistical contributions for the Nuggets weren't significant, he is responsible for possibly the most important nickname of our generation, "Birdman." Yes, Satterfield coined Chris Anderson's nickname "Birdman" to describe his hops in summer league play. This automatically makes Satterfield one of the most underrated players of all-time.
Five days after he was waived he was claimed by the Philadelphia 76ers, where he would only play 17 more game before his NBA career came to an end.
After the NBA Satterfield played in France, the NBDL, Greece, Lebanon, Venezuela, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Argentina, the IBA, and even Japan.
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Ludlow solicitor Andrew Whittle made a dramatic decision when he reached a certain age, an age at which he felt he needed an activity to replace playing competitive sport: "I started acting about nine years ago," he explains. But he didn't stop at simply treading the boards and, five years, ago, started his own theatre company, Here to There Productions, which presents Anne Boleyn at The Courtyard at the end of this month.
The first play the company put on was The Hound of the Baskervilles - "I happened to be reading it - it was written for three men to play all the parts, including the women, and I thought it would be a fun play to do, so I decided to start my own company and put it on - I thought it might be a one-off, but I carried on..."
Andrew adds that his invitation to audition for the play attracted just two people - meaning that a three-handed turned out to be the perfect choice.
"It was when I was looking for something else to do that I saw an ad for acting classes for the over-40s in Worcester and started going once a week. Then the tutor pointed us in the direction of a company in Malvern who were auditioning for a play, and I got a part and basically I've been acting ever since.
After a while I started thinking that if I was doing all this acting, it would be good, when I reached the point when I couldn't remember the words anymore, to be able to look back and say I'd done some good plays, not just knockabout farces." So Here to There's backlist includes Shakespeare and Chekhov as well as contemporary dramas, "plays that might not otherwise be seen in this rural part of the world."
High on Andrew's list of his favourite productions is the most recent, Four Minutes, Twelve Seconds, about the dangers of the internet and what happens when uploading stuff to the web goes wrong. "It certainly made audiences sit up and I'm pretty proud of that one."
"I keep an eye on plays that become available and look at what reactions they've had when they've been performed and what sort of reviews they were getting. Then I'll read it and see where we go .."
Though Here to There was an amateur company to begin with, today's productions feature predominantly professional casts. "When an actor withdrew from an early production and I couldn't find anyone willing to take on the part, I got a professional actor to fill the role," says Andrew, explaining how the metamorphosis from am dram to pro-am dram began. "We have a healthy mix of both," he says. "But we're now at the point where it's heavily geared towards professional actors. "In Ann Boleyn, I'm the only member of the cast who, strictly speaking, is an amateur. And it's nice that lots of the professional actors are repeats - so they obviously haven't been scarred by the experience!"
Andrew admits that it has been tempting to cherry pick the best parts for himself, "But sometimes I've auditioned and taken my chance. Last year we did A Chorus of Disapproval, about a solicitor who runs a theatre company, giving me the opportunity to send myself up!"
Howard Brenton's Anne Boleyn sees Henry VIII's notorious second wife - the witty and flirtatious Anne, in love with Henry, but also with the most dangerous ideas of her day ... "
Anne Boley runs at The Courtyard from Wednesday, August 30 to Saturday, September 2. To book, call the box office on 01432 340555 or visit courtyard.org.uk


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Since the events in Boston on Monday, I've experienced a variety of thoughts and emotions related to it. My aunt saw the news and thought maybe I had been there, calling my mother, who in turn called me to confirm that I didn't train for and go to run without sharing that with her, because of two past efforts (both of which I was very clear about training for). A close friend and her father, who was a tremendous help to me and my friend when we were marathon rookies in 2008, were near the second bomb site, and were both thankfully safe. I was intensely affected by one particular photograph, a bird's eye view of the blood stained blast site near the finish, posted to Twitter soon after the bodies were cleared, and at that point decided to ignore the online reporting and the pictures that I frankly didn't want to see.
As I've reflected on both the bombing and the events I woke up to Friday morning, I began to question much of what's been presented in the media, what we're ignoring as a result of the on-going news coverage, as well as how information is being shared. When preparing my thoughts on this whole week to offer comment that I felt was not a part of the discourse, I had to seriously consider how to (or even whether to) include the personal information about my connection with or affinity for Boston. The Internet is a medium where access to the discourse is open, but in order for anyone to publicly state opinions and be taken seriously in that discourse, they may need to first offer support for some group impacted—victims and first responders, Bostonians generally, America!, etc.—or condemning the possible perpetrators, even broadly or vaguely, if they remain unknown.
These platitudes and condemnations provide legitimacy to speech before offering ideas or criticisms. Entry in to the discussion is paid for by your sympathy or support, framing your critiques from a place of allegiance, and in opposition to the perpetrators or their motives. By omitting this, an author risks having his or her arguments and ideas ignored by those who prefer to attack the author's legitimacy or credibility rather than respond to the ideas on the merits.
But I don't believe that platitudes should be a prerequisite to participation. The only prerequisite to reasoned debate, even with passionate expression, is for participants to open their minds to that which is shared. The background information on why I care about the Boston bombings, or choose to ignore the coverage, or even criticize the subsequent mythologies, may inform the narrative, a stylistic use of the content, but does not necessarily have to inform the issues being raised. The reasons I shared my personal connection with the events is not to convey my support for victims—it's all quite selfish—but that doesn't make it any less valuable to the debate. It informs my perspective. And yes, selfless support and care are important, especially if you have friends and family in the Boston area who have been directly impacted. But choosing not to share it online does not mean that you are not supportive and caring. And it doesn't invalidate the views shared.
Once the debate is open, where participants are exchanging ideas rather than challenging the legitimacy of the voices sharing them, then we can feel comfortable participating. Unfortunately, if you want to get a sense of the reality of the Internet, just read the comments on news articles or YouTube videos. The hateful expression is surely free, but is it productive? The cacophony of voices, each seeking to carve out a little space for itself, ultimately loses meaning. To confront trolls is to get sucked in to a rabbit hole of lost time and energy. Even searching twitter for a trending hashtag shows the sheer volume of those trolling, those taking advantage of the trending topic to spam or market something, and those whose credible or legitimate views and thoughts are lost in the wake. The speed of access can also be anathema to the free exchange of ideas: The refresh button becomes the enemy of sustained meaningful dialogue.
Now, on to the issues:
(Note: While I initially had another litany of concerns related to this week's events, I delved in to the blood donation mythology at the end and it ended up being much longer than I planned. Other concerns of mine will be published tomorrow.)
Reflecting on some of the events make it clear that the initial reports related to the bombing informing political and prejudicial positions, and are only enhanced by journalistic decision-making.
Right-wing Mythology
If you Google "Saudi man tackled by bystanders" the first page of results includes one news report by a main stream entity, CBS News, and subsequent references by blogs and right leaning websites, serving to reinforce dual mythologies: the goodness of American bystanders as a testament to our exceptionalism and the badness of anyone who appears to fit our stereotype of terrorist. The New Yorker may have the best deconstruction of the targeting, interrogation, and re-victimization of this individual, and you can obviously apply politics and prejudice to that as well, but it is follows a reasonable course, rather than immediately leaping to conspiracy theories.
Left-wing Mythology
Online vigilantes were hard at work helping to identify the hundreds of people near the finish line prior to the explosion, combing through photos available online. With the targeting of "persons of interest" who were no more threatening than a high school track athlete and his coach, interested in the race's finish, those of us who place themselves on the left got to pat ourselves on the back as more liberal media outlets took the New York Post to task for their reporting. The errors of the online community, and the way it fed journalism, was most blatant in this case, but not limited to it alone. Throughout the week speculation and erroneous statements have been made by Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC, all no doubt rushing to scoop the story and break that exclusive (we're looking at you John King).
Patriotic Mythology
This one is my favorite, and it has yet to be mentioned anywhere I could find, for example in relevant pages on either Snopes or Wikipedia:
NBC Sports Network tweeted at 3:57 PM that they had reports of finishers heading over to Mass General to donate blood after crossing the finish line. It was such a good story that President Obama included it in his speech Monday night, and it was retweeted or favorited over 160,000 times, with countless modifications not included. Maggie raised the question Monday when we were following the coverage, and I was immediate skeptical about the veracity of this information, initially because of the physical and health implications.
But the more I thought and wrote about it, I realized that the biggest concern is probably that there's not a single additional news source independently confirming the report, with mentions online only citing the NBC Sports tweet. A Google search for interviews with finishers doesn't even have stories with an interview with a finisher outside Mass General before or after donating. So just before 4 PM, NBC Sports was reporting that finishers were continuing on to Mass General to donate. But 57 minutes earlier, the Blood Donor Center at Massachusetts General posted to their Facebook page:
Our thoughts and prayers are with those injured at the marathon this afternoon.
The blood needs for those who were injured this afternoon are being met right now. However we encourage whole blood donations this week and next week, beginning at 7:30am tomorrow morning. This will help ensure a safe and adequate blood supply in the upcoming weeks.
Of course, a runner just finishing probably wouldn't know that. So immediately after the explosion, someone who is both mentally and physically exhausted—because let's not kid ourselves, Boston is a tough marathon and they don't call it Heartbreak Hill for nothing—would have to have the clarity of mind and purpose to say, "People are hurt, I'm just gonna keep going up to Mass General." That's heroic, for sure. But the reality is, that too is speculation. There are certain realities of the finish area at Boston that lead me to believe that this already unsubstantiated story is a feel-good story that has little grounding in truth.
The first explosion disrupted the finish area, such that many runners stopped heading towards the blast site and finish line, as police and first responders cleared the area to prevent any further injury and tend to the wounded. Ten seconds after the first blast, the second one happened a few blocks up the course, thereby trapping probably hundreds of runners who had been pushing it (or if like me, limping) to the finish. These runners were no doubt detoured as well.
On a normal race day without the disruption of bombs at the finish line, things go like this: Once you cross the line in Boston, it's a short celebration. You're stopped at the chip removal station, where a volunteer unties your shoes and collects your timing chips. You're then hurried along to the food and water, given your finisher medal and your aluminum blanket, and if you don't need medical attention, stumble exhausted to the bus where your bag of gear is waiting for you—where your photo ID is likely waiting for you. Emergency information is written on your participant number, so why? If you finished with or near friends, you may linger a little longer to wait, but most probably want to get to their families or just collapse in Boston Common. The post-finish area is Runners Only and secured by barricade fencing; you have to navigate it like a maze just to get out. Add in the crowd of other runners, especially around the baggage buses and family meeting area, and even a Boston Marathon veteran probably couldn't get through the three blocks and get their bag (one of hundreds to be sorted through on a bus) in less than 10 minutes.
After the explosion, this all goes to hell because from the chip and food/water areas, you can see the finish line and there are people running everywhere, becoming a chaotic scene of finishers, spectators, volunteers, and first responders. And even assuming there was a finisher or two who stated they were heading up to MGH after the explosion, they'd have to jog the 1.1 miles from the runners exit on St. James over to the Blood Donor Center. I'm not convinced that someone is doing all that in 10 minutes, arriving and checking in before they stop taking donations.
So assume there are a few runners, who are local enough to know how to get to MGH, get through the finish area very quickly, then also decide, "This is how I can help." Maybe I'm a coward, but the last thing I would consider doing after a marathon, for any reason, is withdrawing a substantial amount of blood. We also have to question if a phlebotomist or medical professional would even accept a donation from a marathon finisher. A marathon is strenuous physical activity. One's iron content could be greatly diminished by the exertion and it's certain that on a sunny, 50-degree day, the balance of body fluids are not going to be suitable to donation. The elite runners have a strong electrolyte and fluid management plan for their races. I guaranteed that the 4 hour group is not quite so meticulous, so as to be healthy enough to donate. It is far-fetched that anyone would be physically capable of actually successfully giving, even if they got up to MGH prior to the Blood Donor Center closing for the day.
Yet without even the slightest interrogation, this is the perfect kind of myth we love in the wake of these tragedies. An unknown number of unnamed individuals, in a frightening and chaotic scene, volunteered themselves to jog, after running 26.2 miles, to donate blood, possibly against the better judgment of medicine and common sense. The narrative that unfolded, contrary to the reality of geography and time, is that the people involved, if there were donors or intended donors among the finishers near the time of the explosion, is not that they themselves are heroes. The idea of finishers going to donate after running is what we find to be heroic. We like to believe that there are people who selflessly pushed their bodies even just a little bit harder, as just another example of how we're a strong and resilient country, made up of strong and resilient people.
We are a strong and resilient nation, and Americans tend to be strong and resilient when facing difficult situations. I just don't think we need unsubstantiated media reports, exaggerations, or outright lies to help us believe it in the wake of tragic events. The facts should speak for themselves.
Click over to Part 2 for my other thoughts on the events in Boston


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Reports: TechCrunch, TIME, Clapway
There's some cheer for startups in India. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has said it would soon be setting up an alternate platform for "Internet startups". Not only that SEBI Chairman U K Sinha also dropped enough hints that crowdfunding would soon be legally permitted in India.
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We can perform viral analysis of clinical samples, human or animal, using the ViroChip microarray and/or deep sequencing on a collaborative or fee-for-service basis. Shaun Arevalo, BS/CLS, is a CLIA-certified technician trained in metagenomics analysis of a broad spectrum of clinical samples, including respiratory secretions, stool, blood / serum / plasma, cerebrospinal fluid, and tissue.
Please note that both ViroChip and deep sequencing analyses have not been clinically validated and results are for research use only. Note that the UCSF Viral Diagnostics and Discovery Center is a research laboratory and cannot perform individual patient testing due to federal regulations. We are unable to perform clinical diagnostic testing, and only recommend that patients see their personal physician to discuss available clinical test options.
Our center, in conjunction with the UCSF Clinical Microbiology Laboratory, has developed and is in the process of validating new clinical diagnostic tests. One such test is a metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) test to diagnose meningitis and encephalitis from cerebrospinal fluid, validation of which has been supported by the California Initiative to Advance Precision Medicine. This web site will be continually updated as new sample types and indications are available for clinical testing.
To request our services for reseach projects, please review the following documents below and fill out and forward to us the project questionnaire and work order forms. If you have any questions or would like to discuss specific research collaborations, please feel free to contact us directly.
Brief Overview of the VDDC (.doc)
VDDC Project Questionnaire (.doc)
VDDC Work Order Form (.doc)


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Tropical Underwater Scene. Composited in Photoshop with 7-10 images and misc. created elements (gradients, ripples, etc.) It turns out that Clouds/Difference Clouds filters with a radial blur
Here's some dog fur. Rendered in Cinema 4D with Hair Render. Was going for a Golden Retriever…
3D Beer Can. Modeled the Can and created a fake Brewing Company texture map in Photoshop. Lit with GI +a couple lights and rendered with C4D's Physical
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Local gossip
Lost Dog Appeal
I know most of you are dog lovers and will help us.
Our neighbour has lost her Chihuahua and is desperate to find him.Yesterday, she was sitting on the couch watching TV. She called out for her puppy with no response, and the back door was open. She has been putting up signs everywhere.
If you see this dog, please let me know and I will notify her.
Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Many of the village folk are getting a little concerned as they have not seen our local village pet peacock "Percy"
Percy, has not been seen on the streets of Widdington since August 2007.
I must admit I have not seen him down the lower end of Widdington by the green since 2006.
Some say he went back to the wild life park
some say Mr. Fox invited him to dinner
Please let me know if you see him
Most Wanted
Percy's Buddies
At the wildlife park
Looking anxious
Percy is alive and well and was photographed
tonight in the garden of
The Malt House,
WiddingtonI would like to thank William & Katherine,
For this breaking news and great Photos
Thanks again to our roving reporters
William & Katherine
Dateline: 11 November 2007
Saturday night witnessed a streaker in our local pub. There are not many reports available, apart from one regular who was there and said it was obviously 'cold out'.
Please send me your local gossip
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Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) December 12, 2013
Formerly addicted smoker Craig Nabat, Founder of Freedom Laser Therapy, a Los Angeles based nicotine addiction clinic wants to offer reality star, television and record producer Simon Cowell a nicotine free and all natural method for him to quit smoking. It has been reported numerous times in the media this year that 54 year old Simon Cowell, The X Factor USA star and former American Idol judge's pregnant girlfriend Lauren Silverman is demanding for him to quit smoking before their first child is born next February. Silverman has supposedly laid down the ground rules that there will be no smoking around the baby, if he chooses to still smoke. In November, Arsenio Hall staged his own intervention with Simon on his talk show after being overwhelmed during their interview by the strong smell of smoke radiating from him. http://bit.ly/1iOCKkk
Nabat has been attempting to offer Cowell Freedom Laser Therapy http://bit.ly/1gjmWnO to protect the health of his unborn child and prolong the life of this uber successful businessman, producer, and A&R executive. Cowell is reportedly seldom seen without a lit cigarette. His craving for nicotine is supposedly so intense that he prefers smoking to sex and was quoted as saying, "When I'm having sex, I'm actually thinking I want to hurry up and finish so I can have a cigarette!" According to the American Lung Association smoking reduces one's life expectancy by an average of 13 years for a male smoker.
Simon is defiant about quitting smoking as reported by People Magazine and declares he'll have a smoking room in his home. http://bit.ly/18OelYh Nabat says, "Simon mentioned in the press that electronic cigarettes don't work to quit smoking." Cowell is correct, why would a person use nicotine to quit nicotine, the exact same drug they are addicted to? It is a silly premise and people who believe they are quitting smoking switching to E-Cigs from traditional cigarettes should realize they are simply only transferring the device used to ingest nicotine. The electronic cigarette smoker will still remain enslaved to nicotine."
Nabat is offering to personally treat Simon for his nicotine addiction next time Cowell is in Los Angeles or Freedom will send Cowell the new at home Freedom Quit Smoking System- America's Nicotine Free & Natural Way to Quit. Nabat openly says to Cowell. "Man, you've got it all, beautiful girlfriend, a child on the way, career success, money to enjoy every single whim you desire and it can all be taken away from you in an instant, if you suffer from a heart attack, stroke, or tobacco related illness. I've personally helped thousands of smokers stop permanently and I'm certain I can help you quit smoking too."
Craig strives daily to help smokers looking to stop smoking. Freedom Laser Therapy has been treating celebrities for nicotine addiction over the past decade and their pain free laser therapy procedure is known as the quit smoking treatment to the stars. Freedom Laser Therapy has appeared at countless celebrity gifting suites educating celebrities that people struggling to stop smoking can now quit naturally and experience reduced withdrawal symptoms.
Nabat continually focuses his aim at urging celebrities to Live Free from Nicotine. Nabat strongly believes images of celebrities smoking which are captured by the media undoubtedly causes many teens to initially start smoking; and he claims one of reasons he started originally smoking was being influenced by a cool A list male actor lighting up in a feature film.
Freedom Laser Therapy has been featured on Access Hollywood, The Doctors, Fox News, Huffington Post Live, TLC, VH1, Perezfit.com, Examiner.com and Radaronline.com; http://bit.ly/1i2lnw9.
Despite there being a diminished number of smokers over the past 40 years, cigarette smoking is still considered the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the United States and nearly one in every five adults are still smoking. The number of adult smokers in the United States is still staggering at approximately 42.5 million. Nabat is Dedicated to Freeing the World from Nicotine Addiction and is driven to help all smokers who have the desire to Live Free.
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Freedom Laser Therapy established in April 2003 has treated 10,000+ smokers for nicotine addiction. After a decade of research and clinical experience of helping smokers quit, Founder Craig Nabat invented the new Freedom Quit Smoking System, a 10 day all natural and nicotine free at home program designed to free smokers from the addictive grip of nicotine. In a research study 70% of the subjects quit smoking 30 days after being on the program. Freedom Laser Therapy is actively working with reps who are now approaching corporations nationwide promoting Freedom's corporate smoking cessation program. The goal is to reduce employers' health insurance costs for their smoking employees and align with socially conscious companies seeking to substantially decrease the number of smokers in the United States.


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July 6, 2016
Dear LSU Community,
As LSU's president, my top priority is always the safety and security of our students, faculty, and staff. I know that recent events – one as far away as Orlando, the other right here in Baton Rouge – have left many in our LSU community feeling unsafe and concerned. I am here to tell you that at LSU, you are a member of a family. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and welcoming campus, and we are here for you.
The shooting of Alton Sterling has placed Baton Rouge among one of many cities across the country grappling with questions of social equality and justice. As additional information comes out about this tragic event, LSU will reach out through the Office of Diversity with opportunities to facilitate campus-wide discussion, participation, and feedback. We also encourage you to take advantage of university resources, including LSU's Division of Student Life, the African American Cultural Center, the Women's Center, and the Student Health Center.
As the state's Flagship University, part of our responsibility is to educate the next generation of leaders and thinkers. As I've said before, LSU is a vibrant and thriving network of creative scholars, scientists, activists, and critical thinkers. We are a community that is committed to solving the world's problems through the sharing of ideas and the creation of solutions. Honest and open dialogue is sometimes challenging, but is necessary for us to take crucial steps toward healing.
King Alexander
LSU President


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This Lake George wedding is full of sweet moments and beautiful, rustic details. Everything from the date they chose down to the watercolor painted by the bride's father that became their wedding logo, held special meaning and was a true reflection of this adorable couple. Each itty bitty element was handcrafted with lots of love and it shows in each one of these images by Jagger Photography. See them all in the full gallery!
Click here for the FULL wedding!
From the Bride... My husband, Kevin, and I met at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. On our fourth dating anniversary, Kevin and I planned a romantic weekend away at The Sagamore Resort on Lake George. He completely surprised me by proposing on our first night there, September 17th. It was only appropriate that we set our wedding date for September 17th because we started dating on September 17th and got engaged on September 17th — the Sagamore made an obvious choice for our wedding venue. I had been planning my wedding in my head for as long as I could remember. During the year before we got engaged, I discovered wedding blogs and spent hours every day pouring over them (especially Style Me Pretty), collecting ideas and refining my vision. I had gathered so much information and come up with so many ideas before we were engaged that when he finally proposed, I hit the ground running.
I spent the whole year of our engagement pouring my heart and soul into our wedding. Of course, Kevin helped, but he knew how excited I was and let me run the show with his input. The end result was the wedding of our dreams. Every single detail was a reflection of who we are as a couple. From the music to the ceremony to the decor — everything was us. One of the most special details of our wedding is the watercolor my Dad painted of Kevin and me looking over Lake George. I included this on the save-the-dates, the wedding invitations and RSVPs, on the table names and the names cards — it became our wedding logo and is something we will always cherish. We dubbed the theme of our wedding "Adirondack Chic" or "Dack Chic" for short. We let the beauty of Lake George be the decoration for our outdoor ceremony. The day was slightly overcast, but as soon as we said our vows, the sun came out! It was the most magical moment. The reception decor was a mix of gathered antique bottles, cedar wood slices and wildflowers. My incredible parents found all the bottles at a barn sale, and my Dad spent hours cutting cedar wood slices for the centerpieces and stands for the table names, escort cards and menus. My favorite craft was the cake stand my Dad built. It went perfectly with our simple but elegant cake. My Mom is a polymer clay artist and surprised me the night before our wedding with about 200 zipper pulls with our initials and wedding date. Each guest received a zipper-pull at their seat as a cute keepsake to remember the wedding. Because I am obsessed with candy, I knew right away that a candy table would serve as our favors. My parents found all the candy containers, and I made heart-shaped stickers of our wedding logo to put on each of the candy bags.
I don't think we could have asked for a more perfect wedding. The love in the air was truly palpable, and we felt so blessed to look around the room and see so many people we love so overjoyed to be celebrating with us. Of course we cannot thank our INCREDIBLE photographers, Jagger Photography, enough! It was a dream come true to have them photograph our wedding, and the photos leave me speechless. They captured all the love and joy that we felt at our wedding. We will cherish our wedding photos forever.
Wedding Photography: Jagger Photography / Wedding Venue: The Sagamore Resort on Lake George in Bolton Landing, New York / Floral Design: Sweethaven Farm / Day-Of Coordination: Katelyn Palomaki of Inspired Occasions / Decor: Collected + DIY by the Bride & Her Family / Music: DJ Zac Barr / Wedding Dress: Alita Graham / Bride's Shoes: BHLDN / Hair + Makeup: Lipstick N Lashes / Bridesmaids' Dresses: Melissa Sweet for Priscilla of Boston (Now Closed) / Officiant: Reverend Joy Burke


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Experienced, qualified teachers supervise the learning activities and care for the children of Sonbeam. Teachers and aides are required to continue their education by enrolling in relevant classes and workshops.
Ms. Susan was born and raised in Hermiston Oregon. She then moved to Colorado and raised her two daughters there. After 40 years in Colorado, she moved back to Portland. She currently lives with one of her daughters and two of her grandchildren. She has been the Director at Sonbeam since April of 2016.
Ms. Lori is a licensed teacher and a certified educational therapist at Damascus Christian School. She has worked at Sonbeam for afternoon enrichment hours since 1998. Whenever she is available we use her to substitute in the classroom. Ms. Lori has a beautiful soprano voice and enjoys singing praises to God. The children benefit from her wonderful voice and enjoy the songs she teaches them.
Ms. Barbara has been at Sonbeam since 1986. She is the teacher with our youngest children. Barbara greets the children and parents as they arrive each day in her position as our 'Opener' at 6:30 AM. Her class always is enjoying tasty learning experiences and crafts!
Ms. Alyssa has been at Sonbeam for over 6 years, joining us in the summer of 2011. We have known her for a long time since she is affiliated with the church sponsor of Sonbeam. She works with the high school youth at Temple with her husband, David. Alyssa likes art and crafts and has written drama skits for the high schoolers to perform.
Ms. DeLouisa has been cooking at Sonbeam for more than 20 years. She has four grown children and enjoys all things Disney.
Ms. Christie has been teaching children for 14 years, where the last 3 years have been with Sonbeam because teaching children is her passion.
Ms. Deann was born here in Portland Oregon. She is a mother of three wonderful girls and a grandmother of two beautiful grandchildren. She has been working with babies and toddlers to Sunday school age, and she has been with Sonbeam for over a year.
Ms. Anna has volunteered at Sonbeam before permanently joining our team in June of 2014. She grew up attending Temple Baptist Church and has devoted a significant amount of time volunteering at the church and Sonbeam. Outside of Sonbeam and the church; she enjoys her family, friends and is a dog lover. She also enjoys doing arts and crafts in her spare time.
Ms. Jocelyn is attending University of Portland, majoring in Psychology. She has a cat and a St. Bernard at home. She loves playing beach volleyball, spending time with her family and friends, and making a positive impact on young children.
Sonbeam Day Care Center is licensed by the State of Oregon and maintains and complies with rigid health, fire, and sanitation requirements. Enrollment is open to all children without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability or national origin.
The USDA and the State of Oregon are equal opportunity providers and employers.


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Included in the plan are the use of numerous existing building, as well as temporary sites, such as beach volleyball at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, and several new venues. Egis and Populous' main objective is to make sure that the 38 venues are integrated in the city's urban landscape, whilst creating them sustainably, to support Paris 2024's commitment to be the most sustainable Games ever.
" We are proud to have played a part in the successful Paris 2024 bid. Bringing people together to enjoy an unforgettable experience is the overriding ambition of Populous in all that we do and is at the heart of the Paris 2024 vision. The city of Paris will be a magnificent Olympic Park and transforming some of the world's most beautiful and historic sites into temporary stunning stages for sport will provide unforgettable images around the globe."
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People at risk of lung cancer include smokers, passive smokers and those with radon in their homes.
Lung cancer accounts for 1 in 16 of all deaths in the UK and more than 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths.
Most people with lung cancer are smokers (or ex-smokers), but lung cancer can affect anyone at any age. Smoking is not the only cause, as 1 in 7 cases of lung cancer are not linked with smoking.
Smoking is the main risk factor for lung cancer. 3 out of 10 smokers who start smoking in their early teens and continue to smoke will not live to claim their pension.
There are other risk factors for lung cancer, including:
The best way to prevent lung cancer is to quit (or even better, never start) smoking. The sooner you give up smoking, the better. Even if you've been smoking for many years, it's never too late to benefit from quitting smoking. As soon as you stop smoking, your risk of lung cancer starts to reduce. Ten years after you've stopped smoking, your lung cancer risk is half that of someone who's continued to smoke.
If you'd like to stop smoking, speak to your GP about how they can help you quit. They'll be able to advise you about nicotine replacement therapies and prescription drugs such as Zyban and Champix, which can increase your chances of quitting successfully. They can also put you in touch with local support groups and stop-smoking advisers.
Read more about how the NHS can help you to stop smoking.
The risk to your health if you're a passive smoker increases the more cigarette smoke you're exposed to. It's estimated that the risk of developing lung cancer is increased by about 20-30% in people who are regularly exposed to other people's cigarette smoke. Heavy exposure to second-hand smoke in childhood can increase the risk of lung cancer in later life.
Cigarette smoke in the home is particularly harmful. Even with a window open, the chemicals linger in the air for at least a couple of hours. Ask people to stop smoking around you, and ask friends and family members who smoke to do so outside when they come to your home.
Radon gas is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep from the soil into buildings. It's thought to cause almost 1 in 10 lung cancer cases. Most houses in the UK have fairly low levels of radon, but certain parts of the country where there is a lot of granite, such as the West Country and the Peak District, have higher levels.
If you're worried that you may be exposed to high levels of radon, the Health Protection Agency has information on radon gas. It can also tell you how to reduce exposure by making simple changes to your home to insulate it against radon seeping in.
Eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. They're thought to help prevent many types of cancer, including lung cancer. Aim for at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
Read more about eating to prevent cancer.
By keeping physically active, you help to keep your lungs healthy. Aim to do half an hour of exercise (walking, jogging, working out at the gym, gardening, swimming and so on) at least five times a week.
Read more about how you can get more exercise.
If you're a tradesperson, such as a builder, electrician, carpenter, plumber, joiner or plasterer, there's a good chance you'll be exposed to asbestos through your work. Make sure you know how to recognise asbestos and how to protect yourself from breathing in the potentially lethal, cancer-causing dust it creates when it is disturbed.
Read more about how to protect yourself from asbestos.


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For Students Seeking Tutoring in Blaine, We Offer:
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Tutoring at your child's pace & schedule - available 7 days a week
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SchoolTutoring Academy's tutoring programs for Blaine students start with a FREE ACADEMIC ASSESSMENT with an Academic Director. Our flagship tutoring programs are available starting at $199.99/month (about $25/hour) which include regular one-on-one tutoring, academic mentorship, bi-monthly progress reports, learning profiles, and parental conference calls.
Blaine District Curriculum Used in Our In-Home Tutoring Programs
The Blaine Public Schools stress STEM enrichment classes through specialized sequences including a new biomedical program. A two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is also available for those academically gifted high school students with an eye toward college. Courses such as Astronomy, Meteorology and Environmental Science prepare students for future careers and interests. The Secondary Technical Educational Program also provides coursework and training in varying career fields, capping off a well-rounded curriculum for all students.
We currently cover the following Blaine-area school district: Anoka-Hennepin District 11.
Contact our Academic Directors at 1-877-545-7737 to Discuss your Child's Strengths and Areas for Improvement. Get started with Blaine Tutor Today.
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Blaine Tutors Can Help Your Student Succeed
SchoolTutoring Academy works with young learners and students, all the way up through high school. We offer Pre-K and Kindergarten Tutoring as well as Elementary School Tutoring to build a strong learning foundation early on. We also offer comprehensive tutoring across all school subjects.
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Our instructors hail from Harvard, Stanford, Duke and other top institutions
Our tutoring in Blaine capabilities are different from what you find in your neighborhood
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Our educators have graduated from top academic institutions, and many of them have achieved in the 90th percentile or higher on standardized tests. Equally importantly, they enjoy coaching students across a variety of subject areas and standardized tests
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With regular progress reports and archived copies of your lessons, you can easily track your progress and review concepts from past lessons
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Each of them is highly-qualified K-12 and university educators
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Educating Our Parents: Understanding the Blaine District Curriculum
In addition to a focus on literacy and mathematics among elementary school students, Blaine Public Schools feel talent development is key to well rounded instruction. Students on all levels are encouraged to question personally held assumptions as well as learn through experience such as in internship opportunities. Critical thinking skills are taught at levels, beginning with opportunities to be personally reflective and graduating towards more abstract analysis and interpretation skills.
The integration of hybrid and online learning is an important component to the Blaine Public Schools. Online learning is available in grades 9 and 10 for both core and elective classes while other grades utilize the course management system Moodle in addition to face-to-face instruction. Students can also take specialized Information Technology, Marketing and Business Entrepreneurship classes at the high school.
Testimonials and Case Studies from Our Parents
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SchoolTutoring has played an important role in improving our son's confidence and attitude towards school. His grades have also improved steadily throughout the school year.
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Our daughter, a first grader, struggled with basic reading and handwriting. When she began with SchoolTutoring she was almost a year behind her class. Within a year of being enrolled, she is reading above her grade level and has the confidence to match.
Work with our Blaine tutors to help your student succeed! Contact our Academic Directors Today at 1-877-545-7737.
Keeping Informed: Recent Blaine Educational News
- School Rankings - Newsweek named 50 Minnesota high schools, including Blaine Public Schools, among 2,000 nationwide schools effectively preparing students for the college experience. Principals cite a caring community, professional staff and putting the best interest of the student first.
- Making Sure Technology is Developmentally Appropriate - Using technology in developmentally appropriate scenarios is a key to academic success. Considerations for selecting technology based on grade are discussed in this resource, as well as when too much technology can be problematic.
- Signs of an Advanced Learner - According to some curriculum experts there are signs to indicate whether a student is capable of being an advance learner. Independence, creativity and insightfulness are just a few characteristics said to serve as an indicator.
Chalk Talk: Online Ethical Behavior
Increased hybrid and online courses are requiring a refresher for parents and possibly an introduction for students to ethical online behavior. While we live in a digitally saturated world, what is ethically acceptable in an online learning environment might be elusive to some. Plagiarism by copying and pasting is a common mistake students make when they are learning to conduct research. Having discussions with your child about their online behavior, what to expect and look for, and monitoring content are all facets of teaching a child approprirate technology use.


text: Despite the reviews of the R4 and M3 Simply, I just wanted to report I do in fact see stuttering in the FMV to Casltevania Dawn of Sorrow. It's not extremely terrible, but it's there. In fact the FMV completely craps itself when the girl dodges a fireball. Playing the actual cart, this of course does not happen. I am using the A-Data 1gb microSD which I was told is rated 5 out of 5. Guess not. I guess I will try a Sandisk next! Just wanted to report my findings for you all.


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Raise your hand if you have a closet overflowing with clothes and shoes but you only wear about 20% of the items. Maybe some items don't fit anymore or you plain old just don't like them anymore! One shirt was really cute when you tried it on at the store but then you washed it once and it morphed into the ugliest shirt you've ever seen. Maybe there's a handful of items that you think you will wear but in reality the last time you wore them was 5 years ago and in reality the next time you will want to wear them is never.
That was me a couple months ago. And this is what I did about it…
One night a couple years ago I stumbled upon a blog post about "Capsule Wardrobes." So what exactly is a "Capsule Wardrobe?"
To put it simply, a capsule wardrobe is basically a mini wardrobe consisting of very versatile pieces that you LOVE wearing. Pieces that you can mix and match to create a variety of outfits for all occasions. It's also known as the "Minimalist Wardrobe" because it usually consists anywhere from about 30-40 items. Sometimes more, sometimes less depending on your lifestyle and what your needs are. You can break that number down however you would like. I'll go over that in more detail later.
These items are your everyday essentials. Shirts, tanks, dresses, shoes (Yes, shoes!), jeans, shorts, etc. It does not include activewear (or underwear! I would highly encourage lots of underwear), pajamas, jewelry or my $10 paint-stained Walmart yoga pants that I use when I get down and dirty painting furniture. It doesn't mean you can't shop anymore but you should definitely be shopping less. A lot less. Your goal is to stick to your capsule number. If you found a pair of shoes you can't live without, totally get the shoes! Just understand that you will have to get rid of a pair in order to make room for the new ones. It's a way to simplify your life so that you don't waste your time and money on things that aren't important and start focusing your energy on the things that are. Get the idea?
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Before I had children, I loved shopping. I loved colorful chunky necklaces from J.crew Factory. I loved my huge shoe collection with my favorites being my TOM wedges. I'll admit it- I owned several dresses that looked cute as long as I sucked in and held my breath until I passed out. And I was ok with that!
Then I had kids.
And it only took one trip to the grocery store with my 6 month old strapped into my Ergo, fresh baby puke all over my brand new top, wearing a chunky necklace that was covered in baby slime and feeling more like a choke collar, sweating my buns off trying to balance myself in those cute TOM wedges while pushing a huge cart of groceries, that I said to myself
I got home, threw on my husbands T-shirt and basketball shorts, ordered my first pair of Birkenstocks and never looked back. I soon realized that what I really wanted more than anything was simplicity and comfort. When I stumbled upon that blog post I said "YES. This is exactly what I need to do….but not now….because I'm pregnant."
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WELL I ain't pregnant now! So BOOM. One night while having a beer, I took to Instastories and told you all about my frustrations with my closet. I got so fed up with my wardrobe. Why do I constantly go to the store to buy more hangers because I've ran out of hangers for the clothes I'm buying when I don't even wear half the crap that's already on hangers? UGH. Clothes are spilling out of my closet and shoes are piled up in tubs underneath my bed so why do I never have anything to wear?
Lots of reasons. Probably the same reasons you have lots of clothes or shoes that you never wear either. They don't fit. They have holes. I don't like them anymore. It's not comfortable. I only needed it for that one New Years Eve night. It was an impulse buy and it's not my style. Etc, etc.
I definitely had all of those problems, the major one being that nothing fit me. After having two pregnancies in 18 months, I gained an extra couple (okay, 20) pounds. It's taken me 4 months but after a really sad and dramatic break up with sugar and carbohydrates, I've lost 22 lbs. I literally had nothing that fit me the way it should. I started buying the 2 for $20 T-shirts at Target just to get me by and then I realized this was it. This is the time. I need to declutter my closet and simplify now. I instantly remembered that blog post I read and decided to dive in head first. Capsule wardrobe here I come!
I made three piles. 1) Get rid of it. 2) Keep it. 3) Store it. Most everything landed in the "Get rid of it" pile because almost nothing fit me. The items I kept were a few things to get me by until I found items to replace them. I put the clothing items that were out of season in the "Store it" pile. I'll filter through those items when the time comes. My closet was practically empty but I had this rush of excitement like I could finally breathe again.
Then I went shopping! Over the next two months I concentrated on buying quality clothing items that fit my body and my lifestyle like a glove. I thought of my days in the form of a pie chart.
Most of my time is spent at home raising children. I do try really hard to maintain a decent social life and go out with friends as often as I can. So I wanted to make sure I had a few items to wear for those occasions. Your pie chart will probably look different than mine. Maybe you work a 9-5 job that requires slacks and blouses. Create your pie chart to reflect your lifestyle. It's obvious that my need is everyday essentials. Clothing items that I can comfortably chase babies around in but also look suitable enough to run to the grocery store or meet Kyle for lunch. That was my goal; cute and comfy.
I viewed this process as an investment. I was willing to fork over the money for designer jeans because I don't want to have to buy another pair of jeans for at least 3 years. Even though I spent more money on my clothing, I like to think that I saved a lot of money in the long run. I also wanted high quality clothing that would last. Too many times I've wasted money on an item that didn't last more than a few washes.
I also did something I've never done before. I let my true colors shine. And by colors I mean Gray and White! I used to force myself to buy the mustard yellow top because I had too much gray and thought I needed to branch out of my comfort zone. Wrong. Why buy the mustard yellow top when deep down I know I'm never going to wear it because it's going to look like a breastfed baby pooped all over me. Don't misunderstand me! I LOVE mustard yellow and dream of being able to wear it but trust me when I say it looks awful on my skin tone. I stuck with what I love best and what I feel best in-Neutrals. And a touch of blue!
Top- sold out but this one is really cute! Jeans Bootie hat (sold out at Anthropologie)
So far I have 30 items in my capsule. 13 tops. 6 bottoms. 2 dresses. 2 jackets. 7 pairs of shoes. That is the breakdown that works for my lifestyle. If I'm wearing a dress it's because I'm going to a special event. I live in my basics. Jeans and a simple top. I still have some items that need to be replaced and I could use another pair of shorts and a few more tanks. I look forward to getting dressed everyday. I always have something to wear. Last night we had family pictures and choosing my outfit was a breeze. My wardrobe is so much easier to manage as well! Ironing is no longer a daunting task because I only have 3 shirts that need it. I'm doing less of my own laundry now that I find myself taking better care of the clothes I have. If it's not dirty, I'll hang it up on my pretty hanger instead of tossing it in a heap on the floor.
Top Jeans Satchel Sandal Sunglasses
It's simplicity at it's finest. Here's a peek at some of my favorite items in my capsule and where you can find them!
One- Scallop Hem Short
Two- Hudson Jeans Asha Denim Shorts
Three- Madewell Slim Boyfriend Jeans
Four-Mother Ankle Snippet Jeans
Five-Hudson Jeans 'Nico' Ankle Skinny Jeans
Two-Women's Madewell Central Shirt
Three- Pocket V-Neck Tunic
Four- Westward Top
Five- Microstripe Tee
Two- Ankle Strap Sandal
Three- Birkenstock
Four- Birkenstock Sandal
Now if only I could talk my husband into a Capsule Wardrobe! His 100 million dress shirts are coming over into my pretty area and cramping my style. *eye roll*
capsule update! CLICK HERE!


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The University of Chicago Medical Center has settled a lawsuit that charged that the hospital was crowding babies in its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in violation of state regulations, according to Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan.
The hospital put the ill babies at risk of infection with conditions that were "absolutely terrifying," Madigan said.
University of Chicago Medical Center spokesman John Easton said physicians and nurses in the unit "acted in the patients' best interests and that no patients were harmed as a result of" overcrowded units.
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HUDDERSFIELD TOWN midfielder Jonathan Hogg is in hospital having precautionary scans after suffering a horrific neck injury in the defeat at Bristol City.
Just eight minutes into the game at Ashton Gate, Hogg collided with team-mate Mark Hudson and received lengthy treatment by medical staff on the pitch – the Championship game needed 14 minutes of first-half stoppage time.
After early fears on his condition, Sky Sports later confirmed that Hogg was "conscious and talking" in the dressing room.
The 28-year-old was then taken to a local hospital for precautionary scans and an X-ray – the injury not believed to be as serious as first thought.
The collision with team-mate Mark Hudson at first appeared innocuous.
The midfielder appeared to lose his footing before falling into Hudson's chest.
However, he immediately hit the floor and team-mates and opponents were waving for help.
Terriers boss David Wagner was seen rushing onto the pitch after the incident to check on his player while both teams kept warm on the touchline.
The German boss also offered a few calming words to the midfielder.
Hogg was eventually replaced by Philip Billing.
Following the injury, previously out-of-form Bristol City ran out comprehensive winners over the promotion-chasing Terriers.
Lee Tomlin opened the scoring with Tammy Abraham adding a second in the lengthy first half stoppage time.
And Aden Flint made the game safe in the second half before David Cotterill converted a penalty.
After the match, Huddersfield boss David Wagner suggested Hogg's horrific injury may have affected his side's performance.
He said: "I'm unsure if the situation with Jonathan Hogg caused us maybe mental some problems.
"[It] Was not easy to see how he went off the grass but everything shouldn't be an excuse at the end."


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The sacrament of confirmation completes the sacrament of baptism. If baptism is the sacrament of re-birth to a new and supernatural life, confir- mation is the sacrament of maturity and coming of age. The real confession of Christ consist in this 'that the whole man submits himself to Truth, in the judgment of his understanding, in the submission of his will and in the consecration of his whole power of love . . . To do this, poor-spirited man is only able when he has been confirmed by God's grace'
This confirmation in the power of the Holy Spirit leading to a firm profession of faith has always been the particular effect which Catholic tradition has ascribed to the sacrament. It is effect which complements and completes that of baptism.
Confirmation is a true sacrament instituted by Christ and different from baptism. It is administered by laying-on of hands and anointing with chrism accompanied by prayer. The chrism is blessed by the bishop and the bishop administers the sacrament. All baptized persons can and should be confirmed. The effect of the sacrament of confirmation is to give strength in faith and for the confession of faith and to impress an indelible character.
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New legislation introduced in the House of Representatives would bring tax relief to beer, wine, cider, and mead makers who use a certain percentage of Michigan grown ingredients in their product.
Under the bill, House Bill 5275 sponsored by Representative Doug Geiss (D-Taylor), a tax credit would be available to wine makers, small winemakers, brewers, mircro brewers and brewpubs – which are defined under the act – who use a certain percentage of Michigan grown ingredients between the years 2015 to 2019. Brewers, micro brewers and brewpubs would be eligible for the tax credit where at least 20% of the hops and at least 40% of the other ingredients are grown or produced in Michigan. Wine makers would be eligible when they use at least 40% of ingredients that are grown or produced in Michigan. The tax credit would break down like this:
- 8 cents per gallon credit on the first 500,000 gallons;
- 4 cents per gallon credit on next 14.5 million gallons;
- No credit after 15 million gallons.
Beginning in 2020, the bill would require at least 40% hops and 50% other ingredients for beer to receive the tax credit, and at least 50% of ingredients for wine, cider and mead to receive the credit. Eligible makers would need to submit their claim for the credit within 3 months of the date of sale of their beverage. Wine makers, small wine makers, brewers, micro brewers and brewpubs that meet the threshold of Michigan grown or produced ingredients would be allowed to include the "Michigan Farm to Glass" label on their beverage.
Wine, beer and spirit making is booming in northern Michigan, and this bill could be very positive for both beverage makers, and growers and producers of the "ingredients" like hops and grains. It is likely that all northern Michigan wine makers and brewers would meet the gallon threshold and be able to qualify for the credit. However, what is uncertain is whether enough of the other "ingredients" exist at a state level for brewers to meet the threshold for other ingredients.
House Bill 5275 received a hearing in the House Regulatory Reform committee this past week. A number of northern Michigan wine, beer and mead makers were on hand to follow the proceedings and give testimony.
Time will tell, but the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance will continue to follow this bill closely to gauge its impact on a booming industry in our region.
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I thought porcelain veneers were supposed to last for years. I'm really discouraged. I saved up for years to get them. When they were first put on I felt like I could smile without embarrassment for the first time in years. But, they only lasted until my first dental cleaning (six months later). Just a few weeks after that, they've started picking up stains– stains I can't get off with brushing. What's going on?
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Because they started picking up stains right after your first cleaning, I suspect you had a run in with a power cleaning tool at the dentist. Is it possible you had a hygienist who is new and inexperienced with cosmetic dentistry? If she used anything like a prophy jet, then the glaze has likely been removed from your porcelain veneers. That would definitely lead to them picking up stains.
If that's the case, they should replace them. You're right that porcelain veneers should last for years, especially if you're taking care of them.
Be careful not to use anything like a whitening toothpaste on them. Those contain micro-abrasive materials which can scratch the surface of your veneers causing gunk to build up in the scratches.
There is a special toothpaste you can use that's designed specifically for cosmetic work. Supersmile is one of the best. However, that won't help you until your glaze is restored. Very few dentists know the diamond polishing technique that can restore it. In all likelihood, your dentist will need to replace them. He'll also need to educate his staff on how to handle porcelain veneers during cleaning visits. The same thing can happen to other dental work, such as porcelain crowns.
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Ghaziabad Muslim resident holds medical camp for Kanwarias
A Muslim Ghaziabad resident has been holding a medical camp for Kanwarias for the past eight yearsnoida Updated: Aug 01, 2016 01:30 IST
With an aim to promote communal harmony and serve society, Sarfaraz Saifi of Garima Garden has been organising a medical camp for Kanwarias in the city for the past eight years. In the team of more than 30 volunteers working at the camp, 24 members are from the Muslim community.
This year, the camp was set up on July 27 and will go on till August 1. According to Saifi, close to 150 Kanwarias visit the camp every day. The numbers rise to 400 on the last two days of the Yatra. The camp starts from 7 am and goes on till midnight.
Saifi, a Ghaziabad-based property dealer, thought of starting the camp after he saw that the number of camps organised for Kanwarias every year only included food and resting facilities, but no medical assistance.
"In Ghaziabad region, I did not see any medical camp being set up for Kanwarias before 2008. Hence, I decided to set one up. I have never differentiated among people from different faiths and I believe that helping devotees is a service to humanity," said Saifi.
Saifi set up his first medical camp in 2008 near Shalimar Garden on Wazirabad road with a team of about 10 volunteers and first aid kits. Today, the camp has 30 volunteers including four permanent general physicians who look after Kanwarias who come to the camp for medical assistance.
"Kanwarias walking barefoot for several kilometres carrying kanwars (cans of Ganga water) on their shoulders may suffer from severe pain, swelling and boils on their feet and shoulders. Most cases that come to us are of those suffering from boils on their feet. In the last two days of the kanwar yatra, when the Kanwarias are returning home, we get a large number of cases of injuries," said Dr Md. Alam, a general physician who works at the camp free of charge.
Deepanshu, a Dak Kanwar, is one of the patients at the camp. He was on his scooty carrying a kanwar when he got injured in a minor accident near Muradnagar.
"I hurt my knees and hands as I fell from my scooty a day ago while coming from Haridwar. The accident took place near Muradnagar, but I did not find any medical camp in the way. On reaching here I saw this medical camp and decided to get my wounds treated here," said the 22-year-old from Pappu Colony in Shalimar Garden.
Saifi said that the expenses of holding the camp are incurred by him and his team members.
"The expenses depend on the number of patients that come to us. It generally ranges between Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 20,000," he said.
First Published: Aug 01, 2016 01:30 IST


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