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In order to make a successful personal injury claim after an accident, it is important to avoid the following 5 common mistakes:
1. Seek Medical Attention
It is essential to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Keep in mind that the adrenaline pumping through your body may be masking the pain or discomfort of injuries that you may have suffered. Symptoms could take days or even weeks to present in some cases.
This is detrimental in 2 ways:
– You may be putting your health at risk by being unaware of an injury.
– If you delay medical attention, you may not be able to claim for the expenses related to your personal injury at a later date.
It is absolutely essential to keep all records of the diagnosis, treatment and bills that you received as evidence to the amount that you are claiming.
2. Document Any Evidence
As part of your personal injury suit, you will need to prove who was at fault in the accident. A person who is not at fault cannot be held liable for the medical or other expenses that you have incurred. Take photographs of the scene of the accident and record witness testimony as well as get their contact details.
Also remember to exchange personal information such as names, contact details, insurance and license info with the other party involved in the accident.
3. Report The Accident
After seeking medical attention, it is important to report the accident to the nearest police station. Do not rely on the other party to do this. Make sure that you get a copy of the report. This can be used as further evidence to determine who was at fault and is therefore liable for your expenses.
4. Take The 5th
Don't talk to anyone, especially other parties involved in the accident, about the collision or the events that led to the accident. If you are questioned by police, make sure that you have a lawyer or attorney present before making any statements or answering questions. Never admit fault of any kind to anyone, especially in the accident report.
If you say the wrong thing or admit that the accident can in any way be attributed to your actions, whether partially or fully, it can negatively impact your case. Rather call a lawyer and discuss the accident with them and ask them for advice on what you should do next. Once again, it is important to note that you will not be thinking clearly about the accident due to the stress and trauma that you have undergone.
5. Legal Representation
While it isn't necessary to retain legal representation hiring a personal injury lawyer Worcester MA for your injury suit can be beneficial to do so. In most cases, the liable party will have insurance that should cover your costs. If the insurance provider feels that there is any doubt with regards to the fault of their client, they may provide the best legal representation.
Legal representation will also help you avoid some of the other common mistakes as well as provide you with the best legal advice. Personal injury suits that are presented by a lawyer or attorney are more likely to be successful. It is recommended to talk to a lawyer as soon as possible after the accident.
While there are other mistakes that can be made after an accident that could negatively impact a personal injury claim, the above are the most common errors that people make. All mistakes can however be avoided simply by contacting a personal injury lawyer.


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- (4-Pack) PowerNow 7200mAh Power Bank
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- 7200mAh 26.64Wh capacity
- Built-in LED flashlight
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- Includes 2-in-1 Micro USB/Lightning charging cables
- Can charge 2 or more devices at the same time
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Inventing Africa: History, Archaeology and Ideas
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Inventing Africa is a critical account of narratives which have selectively interpreted and misinterpreted the continent's deep past.
Writers have created alluring images of lost cities, vast prehistoric migrations and golden ages of past civilisations. Debates continue on the African origins of humankind, the contributions of ancient Egypt to the world and Africa's importance to global history.
Images of 'Africa', simplifying a complex and diverse continent, have existed from ancient Mediterranean worlds, slave trading nations and colonial powers to today's political elites, ecotourists and aid-givers. Robin Derricourt draws on his background as publisher and practitioner in archaeology and history to explore the limits and the dangers of simplifications, arguing - as with Said's concept of 'Orientalism' - that ambitious ideas can delude or oppress as well as inform.
Defending Africa against some of the grand narratives that have been imposed upon its peoples, Inventing Africa will spark new debates in the history of Africa and of archaeology.
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1. The Changing Shape and Perception of "Africa"
2. Mythic and Mystic Africa
3. Looking Both Ways
4. Egos and Fossils
5. Stirring the Gene Pool
6. Ancient Egypt and African Sources of Civilization
7. Old States Good, New States Bad
8. The Present of the Past
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Alight at Sakae (the 2nd stop). The Hotel is approximately 3 minutes' walk from Exit 13.
Take the Meitetsu Railway Kuko Line to Nagoya. From Nagoya, take the Nagoya Subway Higashiyama Line in the direction of Fujigaoka, and alight at Sakae's 2nd stop. The Hotel is approximately 3 minutes' walk from Exit 13. Total journey time: approximately 40 minutes
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Too often Americans planning for retirement receive conflicted advice from brokers and advisors who put their interests ahead of their clients, critics charge.
One of the most prominent critics, President Obama, renewed his call for stronger rules to protect investors saving for retirement from conflicts of interest, announcing a new push to expand access to retirement plans.
In remarks at the White House Conference on Aging, Obama voiced support again for rules being crafted by the Department of Labor to impose fiduciary responsibilities on advisors working with retirement plans and investors.
The agency's fiduciary proposal, which has come under fire from leading industry groups and many members of Congress, carries the goal of "cracking down on conflicts of interest in retirement advice," Obama explains, arguing that the rules are needed to ensure that investors saving for retirement "get a fair deal."
"The goal here is to put an end to Wall Street brokers who benefit from backdoor payments or hidden fees at the expense of their clients. If they are advising you on how to save your money, they should be looking out for you -- not for somebody who's selling a product that may not be best for you," Obama says.
"And for the many brokers out there who are doing the right thing, this rule levels the playing field for them and their customers," he adds. "The notion here is, is we want to make sure responsibility is rewarded and not exploited. So there's a consumer protection element to this whole thing."
Additionally, Obama announced a new initiative that aims to encourage savings for Americans without access to a retirement plan through their employer.
The administration has been calling for a federal program that would provide automatic enrollment in an IRA for the roughly 30 million American workers without an employer-sponsored plan. Obama chided Congress for failing to take up those proposals, but noted that several states have been considering the measure, and, to encourage those efforts, he is asking the Labor Department to develop a rule proposal that would provide a framework for states to act on their own to set up retirement savings programs.
Monday's conference followed a series of events administration officials have been holding around the country to focus issues affecting seniors. Those meetings have helped shape a number of other initiatives the administration is planning to roll out in the coming months, including efforts to train more prosecutors specializing in elder abuse cases.
In framing the retirement challenge, Obama cited some of the prevailing conditions that have exacerbated the issue, including an aging population, longer lifespans and the shift toward the defined-contribution plan that puts the onus of saving and planning for retirement on the individual.
He spoke of the importance of shoring up "bedrock" social programs like Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security, while also touting the impact his signature health-care law has had in driving down the costs of drugs and treatment. But more needs to be done to encourage Americans to save for their own retirement, he and others have argued, and to ensure that the advice they receive is in their best interest, as the Labor Department is proposing with its fiduciary rule.
Many prominent representatives of the brokerage industry have been lobbying against the rule, contending that they have no problem with a best-interest advice standard, but fear that the mechanics of implementing and complying with the rule could make commonplace and harmless business practices unworkable. The result, those groups argue, is that scores of advisors will cut off service to the retirement market, leaving millions of low- and middle-income investors without advice -- just the segment of the population backers of the rule say are most at risk under the current system.
Groups such as the Financial Services Institute have been shopping their message around Capitol Hill, working to gin up opposition to the Labor Department proposal with a set of talking points warning that investors would lose access to their advisors under the rule, and that the exemption provided under the rules is too narrow and prescriptive.
The Labor Department is accepting comments on the rule over the next two weeks, and plans to hold a public hearing on the issue in August, to be followed by another comment period.
Labor Secretary Thomas Perez already been summoned to Capitol Hill to defend the proposal, and has insisted that the department remains open to feedback about the fiduciary regulation, including industry criticism.
Backers of the rule maintain that much of that criticism boils down to scare tactics on the part of an industry that is simply trying to avoid stronger regulations that would imperil a business model built on conflicts of interest.
In a panel discussion following Obama's remarks, Robin Diamonte, chief investment officer at United Technologies, stressed the importance of investor education as workers change jobs or retire. Too often, she says, employees don't realize that they can remain in their former employer's 401(k) plan. Quite often, doing so might be the best option for the investors, but they wouldn't know it by the aggressive pitch some advisors make for rolling over those plans into IRAs that might include heavy fees -- just the sort of scenario the Labor Department says it is trying to address with its fiduciary proposal.
"Many employers allow their participants to stay in their savings plan after retirement, but unfortunately, employees don't know that. They think they need to leave the plan and they need to move their assets, and also, in some circumstances, there's aggressive marketing urging them to do so. And once they leave their 401(k) plan, it's an irreversible decision," Diamonte says. "So once they're out, they may find themselves vulnerable to conflicted investment advice and recommendations that are not in their best interest."
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Nona Garcia claims her ground as one of Philippines' exquisite painters depicting desolated spaces and ambiguous absence. A sense of abandonment prevails amidst the illusionary reality that she attempts to capture. In the context of Pink Heart, an image of a discarded single seater neon pink and electric blue sofa is captured in its solidarity by the streets. The photo assemblage appropriates the technique of paper tole, a method consists of a picture built by cutting out certain parts of different prints of an identical image, then by shaping, layering, and gluing the pieces to the base print using neutral cure silicone, a three dimensional effect is created. The artwork title is appropriated by the heart shape from the tear on the sofa's backrest. Pink Heart was displayed in a collaborative exhibition of photography-based works between Nona Garcia and contemporary Filipino artist MM Yu in Kuala Lumpur (2011).
Nona Garcia obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting at the University of the Philippines. She has held numerous solo exhibitions in the Philippines namely Points of Departure (2007); Planted Landscapes (2008); Synonyms (2010); Fractures (2010) and Somewhere Else (2012). She has also participated in various group exhibitions in China, Italy, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Korea and Japan. She was the grand prize winner of the Philip Morris Group of Companies ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Art Award in Singapore (2000). She was a recipient of the 13 Artists Award in 2003.
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Dr. Pat Bruno named Sunbury Rotary Club's 2016 Citizen of the Year
DANVILLE, PA -- Pat Bruno, M.D., pediatrician and medical director of the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) of the Central Susquehanna Valley, a division of Geisinger's Janet Weis Children's Hospital, has been chosen the Sunbury Rotary Club's 2016 Citizen of the Year.
He'll be honored as the club's 61st annual Citizen of the Year on Thursday, March 17, during a 6 p.m. dinner at the Hotel Edison, 401 Market Street, Sunbury.
"Dr. Bruno has earned this recognition for years of service as an advocate for children in the Greater Susquehanna Valley," Rotarian member Anne Rebuck said.
Dr. Bruno began his pediatric practice in Sunbury in 1979 as the only pediatrician in Northumberland County that children and youth services referred child abuse cases to.
He served a mini-residency at the Center for Child Protection at the San Diego Children's Hospital in California. He brought that training back to Sunbury Community Hospital where he did exams until the early 2000s.
In 2004, Dr. Bruno joined Geisinger Medical Center as a general pediatrician and medical director of the CAC, which was established to embrace victims of child abuse. During his career, he has evaluated more than 6,000 children who have been referred for an evaluation of child maltreatment from a 30-county area in central Pennsylvania.
"I'm honored and very humbled to be Sunbury's Citizen of the Year," Dr. Bruno said. "I love taking care of children. I was in private practice in Sunbury for 25 years as a general pediatrician and I loved every minute of it, but I was inundated by insurance demands. So in 2004, I decided to make the move to Geisinger so I could focus more of my time on practicing medicine."
The CAC recently moved to a building at 218 Chestnut St., Sunbury. The three-story, 6,900-square foot building more than quadrupled the space of the CAC and provides for an expansion of its programming. The building will be formally dedicated on Wednesday, April 13.
"Geisinger adopted the concept of the CAC in 2004. We were seeing 100 per year back then and now we're seeing between 600 and 700," Dr. Bruno said. "We now have 6,000 square feet instead of 1,000 and this beautiful facility allows us to do some of the things we've always wanted to do."
Dr. Bruno was included in a 2010 book by David Chadwick, M.D., titled "The Child Abuse Doctors" (STM Learning). In 2014, he joined a select group of doctors nationally who earned pediatric child abuse board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics.
A graduate of Juniata College and Rutgers University, Dr. Bruno earned his medical degree from Penn State Hershey College of Medicine. He completed residencies in pediatrics and child protection. He is a member of the American Board of Pediatrics, a fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics and a member of the Pennsylvania Academy of Pediatrics.
About Geisinger
Geisinger is an integrated health services organization widely recognized for its innovative use of the electronic health record and the development of innovative care delivery models such as ProvenHealth Navigator®, ProvenCare® and ProvenExperience®. As one of the nation's largest health service organizations, Geisinger serves more than 3 million residents throughout 45 counties in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania, and also in southern New Jersey at AtlantiCare, a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recipient. In 2017, the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital became the newest members of the Geisinger Family. The physician-led system is comprised of approximately 30,000 employees, including nearly 1,600 employed physicians, 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 583,000-member health plan, all of which leverage an estimated $12.7 billion positive impact on the Pennsylvania and New Jersey economies. Geisinger has repeatedly garnered national accolades for integration, quality and service. In addition to fulfilling its patient care mission, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to medical education, research and community service. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.


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The Quality Control Division is responsible for the federally-mandated reviews of child care, Medicaid, and the SNAP programs. A newly-established set of federally-required Medicaid reviews has been implemented under the Payment Error Rate Measurement program. Reviews of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families cases and special projects may also be performed by this unit.
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Safari-Style Glamping in the Flinders Ranges
Experience the majesty of Australia's rugged outback from land and sky with a two-night stay at Wilpena Pound Resort. Learn about the fascinating Indigenous culture on a complimentary Yura Udnyu tour and explore the region at your own pace with half-day mountain bike hire while you stay in a luxury Safari Tent equipped with indulgent mod-cons plus receive daily breakfast, a complimentary bottle of wine and convenient late midday checkout for two.
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Immerse yourself in the beauty of Australia's famous Flinders Ranges with a** two-night luxury glamping experience** at Wilpena Pound Resort and receive half-day mountain bike hire, Yura Udnyu Indigenous cultural tour, daily breakfast, a complimentary bottle of wine and late midday checkout for two.
What You'll Love
Wilpena Pound – Located in the majestic Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
As the only accommodation located within the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, you'll be one of only an exclusive few who get to stay overnight in one of the world's most ancient landscapes, this special area has an Aboriginal history that dates back thousands of years and a geological history dating hundreds of millions of years.
Wilpena Pound is heaven for bushwalkers of all ages and stages. The natural-forming amphitheatre is located at the centre of the Flinders Ranges measures 17km long and 8km wide. This unique landmark is home to an abundance of natural flora and fauna, giving you a taste of the serenity of the Australian outback and a chance to separate yourself from hectic city life.
Glamping – The most luxurious way to experience the Flinders Ranges
Sense the magic of this region for yourself as you wake up in a luxury tent to a backdrop of the breathtaking Elder Range and Flinders Ranges *and indulge in a *delicious daily breakfast *featuring cooked favourites like bacon, eggs and sausages. The Ikara Safari Tents are the most luxurious way to enjoy the spectacular natural surrounds. Each tent boasts a modern *ensuite bathroom, luxe king bed,** reverse cycle air-conditioning** and a** private deck** equipped with a cosy** fire pit – the perfect place for cracking open your **complimentary bottle of wine.
See & Do – Complimentary Indigenous cultural tour and half-day mountain bike hire
With miles upon miles of sprawling outback terrain at your disposal, there's so much to see and do during your stay. Take off on incredible bushwalks and outdoor activities, plus hop on your complimentary mountain bike (half-day hire included) and visit Old Wilpena Station, Stokes Hill Lookout, Brachina Gorge Geological Trail and Bunyeroo Valley, Sacred Canyon and many more wilderness hideaways.
Your escape includes a complimentary Yura Udnyu tour where you'll join an Aboriginal guide for an informative walk to Old Wilpena Station (one of South Australia's oldest and best preserved pastoral settlements). You'll walk along Wilpena Creek past magnificent river red gums while learning about the rugged landscape and bio-diversity from the perspective of the Andyamathanha people.
Perfect For – Travellers wanting to explore the great Australian outback
There's simply no better way to immerse yourself in Australia's beautiful, rugged outback landscape than a luxurious glamping getaway at Wilpena Pound Resort.
Upgrade to the** VIP package for incredible **upgraded inclusions that will help you make the most of your time at Wilpena Pound. Upgrade from a half-day bicycle hire and cultural tour, and instead explore the wild landscape on a half-day 4WD tour *and indulge in an unforgettable *20-minute scenic flight over Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound.
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*7-Day Change of Mind 'No Questions Asked' Refund Guarantee: *Things don't always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Within 7 days of purchase we'll happily provide a full refund on cancellation of your escape (so long as you don't have a confirmed booking/stay in the next 14 days).
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Getting to Wilpena Pound Resort is easy. The resort is located a five-hour drive from Adelaide. Alternatively, guests can charter flights directly from Adelaide to Wilpena Pound Resort.
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Expert MLM Attorney, Jeff Babener, discusses how companies should handle discussions about compliance with their distributors. It is important for direct selling companies to be clear about what claims/statements distributors, consultants, members, representatives, etc. can and cannot claim about their earnings and products.
Interviewer: What I want to do now, Jeff, I want to turn our attention to compliance. Because this is an important key issue for any company, for any business owner, for any consultant or distributor, to know that their business is compliant. What would you say are, in your mind, the top issues regarding compliance that someone needs to be adhering to in order to make sure that they themselves are being compliant in the marketplace?
Jeff Babener: Okay. Well, maybe we ought to talk about this issue from the perspective of the company and from the perspective of the distributor. But in fact they're one and the same. We have two goals: one is to help make them successful, and secondly, to help keep them in business. We've represented a lot of the leading direct selling companies. We've helped to start a lot of MLM companies.
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The Oni Come Out To Play Alongside The Ito in Bushido
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A few nice surprises for you today from Bushido by GCT Studios. Check out the first model, a young Oni resplendent in red and with a massive club for shedding your blood!
That really is a great model. I love the muscle work and the stance, ready to charge into battle. Nothing worse than a big burly model like this that doesn't have any movement too it. Very close to the concept art too!
There was also this fantastic preview of Kenzo from the Ito Clan on the Bushido Facebook. A terrifying snake, a deadly samurai, a mix made in scary Japanese heaven? They really are shaping up to be a brilliant clan of miscreants.
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BREAKING: The UN Looks to Reverse Trump's Decision on Jerusalem
President Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel is not sitting well with the United Nations and they're reportedly putting measures in place to reverse the decision.
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President Donald Trump's Dec. 6 decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel sparked controversy across the world. At the same time, Israelis, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, were overjoyed with the news.
Independent Journal Review spoke to Israeli Defense Forces Maj. Amichai Chikli about the announcement from the president. In response, he only had good things to say.
"This is a change in the course of history. It is a change of the spirit, and that's what's important," Chikli told IJR.
The decision did not sit well with many members of the United Nations, though.
While U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley stood up for Israel, her impassioned speech appears to have fallen on deaf ears. So much so that the U.N. could seek to snuff out the major shift in American foreign policy from the Trump administration.
Reuters reported the following Saturday:
The United Nations Security Council is considering a draft resolution that would insist any decisions on the status of Jerusalem have no legal effect and must be rescinded after U.S. President Donald Trump recognized the city as Israel's capital.
The one-page Egyptian-drafted text, which was circulated to the 15-member council on Saturday and seen by Reuters, does not specifically mention the United States or Trump. Diplomats say it has broad support but will likely be vetoed by Washington.
The council could vote early next week, diplomats said. A resolution needs nine votes in favor and no vetoes by the United States, France, Britain, Russia or China to pass.
Trump has yet to respond to the report. But his opinion of the political body isn't a high one. When he went to the U.N. in September, he called for major reforms and accused the entity of "bureaucracy and mismanagement."


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Briana Fehringer is a Partner at Anderson & Jahde, P.C. She focuses her practice on representing taxpayers in IRS examinations, Tax Court cases, IRS and State collection cases and IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures. Prior to joining Anderson & Jahde, P.C. in Colorado, Briana worked at a tax controversy and bankruptcy law firm in the Washington, D.C. area, where she conducted research and drafted memoranda to counsel on topics related to tax controversy including: unpaid taxes, non-filers, penalty abatement, employee misclassification, wage garnishment, Offers in Compromise, installment agreements, innocent spouse relief, illegal income, treatment of tax debt in bankruptcy, and state and local taxation issues.
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Christchurch biochemist Professor Christine Winterbourn last night became the first woman ever to receive the country's highest science and technology honour – the Rutherford Medal.
She is currently director of the Free Radical Research Group in the pathology department at the University of Otago, Christchurch. Her current work encompasses mechanisms of antioxidant defence, understanding how white blood cells kill bacteria, and free radical involvement in cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.
Together with the medal awarded by the Royal Society of New Zealand, she also received $100,000 from the government.
Royal Society president Dr Garth Carnaby said Professor Winterbourn's research into free radical biology has opened the way for groundbreaking research into links to diseases.
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A number of other top New Zealand researchers were recognised for their work at the Royal Society of New Zealand 2011 Research Honours event in Wellington.
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The inaugural Callaghan Medal for an outstanding contribution to science communication was presented to Professor Sir Peter Gluckman, the Prime Minister's Chief Science Advisor; the MacDiarmid Medal to Dr Gary Evans – a chemist who has pioneered the design and synthesis of new pharmaceuticals for the treatment of major diseases – of Industrial Research Limited; and the Humanities Aronui Medal to Professor Jim Flynn at the University of Otago for his outstanding work in political philosophy.
The top award for achievement in technology, the Pickering Medal and $15,000, was awarded to Professor David Ryan FRSNZ, Professor of Operations Research and Deputy Dean of Engineering, at The University of Auckland for developing technology at the heart of optimisation software used worldwide for solving complex logistics problems, such as airline scheduling.
The Thomson Medal and $15,000 was awarded to Mr Neville Jordan CNZM, for his outstanding contribution to leadership in the management of science leading to the development and application of science and technology to wealth generation through his management of MAS Technology Ltd, Endeavour Capital Ltd and his role as a director of numerous spin-out companies he has supported through the latter.
The Hutton Medal for animal sciences was awarded to Professor Robert Poulin FRSNZ from the University of Otago for his leading research in the field of parasitic diseases, especially for his work in ecological parasitology, an area of particular relevance to New Zealand's marine and freshwater ecosystems.
The Hector Medal for mathematical and information sciences was awarded to Professor Rod Downey FRSNZ from Victoria University of Wellington for his influential and innovative work in mathematical logic.
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As part of Dentsu Aegis Network's global commitment to fostering gender diversity and supporting female leaders across its businesses, the network hosts a quarterly speaker series dedicated to discussing the opportunities and challenges of female talent. The first edition was hosted at the new US headquarters of the Dentsu Aegis Network in New York's trendy TriBeCa neighborhood and featured Elise Mitchell, founder and CEO of global communications agency Mitchell Communications. Approximately 75 people from across the company (including at least 15 MKTGers) spent the evening networking, celebrating women in leadership, and hearing Elise's amazing story of entrepreneurship and growth.
Elise shared key lessons from her recently released book, Leading Through The Turn, and was later joined by Rob Horler, CEO DAN US, for a Q&A with the audience. Was an awesome night and is an even more awesome read. Grab your copy today!
For more photos from the event, check out Mitchell's Facebook page.
Guest Q&A: Stephanie Rudnick
For this month's Guest Column, we sat down with Stephanie Rudnick, MKTG INC's new SVP, Marketing Communications. An almost 20-year industry veteran, Stephanie shares her thoughts and expertise on the world of PR and experiential marketing, MKTG and the best advice she's ever received.
What will your role be here at MKTG INC?
I'll be developing and managing all aspects of the company's communication strategy and practice, including media and industry relations, external communications and brand management.
What's the best advice you've ever received?
"Carpe diem" – Live each day as if it were your last. It's something I've lived by since learning about it in elementary school from my favorite English teacher.
How did you get into PR?
When I decided on my major, it was WAY before PR was as widely understood as it is today. I spent a lot of time working with non-profits in high school in Chicago and loved when the media would come to our events and publicize our causes. When I learned that I could study journalism with a PR focus, it just felt right. I went to college at USC in Los Angeles because I wanted to study in a major city where my teachers were working professionals in my field, but also because the location would offer me access to a wide array of internships. I was lucky enough to have internships every semester – from beauty to music to technology to entertainment and celebrity publicity – which helped expose me to how different PR can be depending on the client. Since then, I've done pretty much every kind of PR across a ton of verticals, both agency and in-house. Now that I'm older, one of my favorite things is to mentor young people who are interested learning how to navigate the business and continue to help them along throughout their careers.
What publications or websites do you find most relevant to your career?
It's part of my job to read, read, read and do my best to stay on top of what's going on in our industry and in general. So, I start my day with a scan of Twitter, which helps me get a handle quickly on the news of the day. Then, first thing at work, I go old-school and get my hands dirty tearing through the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. I also read the hard copy of the Sports Business Journal and the SBJ's three daily e-newsletters, as well as MediaPost, EM, Adweek and AdAge. The list goes on and on.
What are some of your favorite work experiences?
I'm so grateful that my job has afforded me so many amazing experiences. I've been able to travel around the globe, working, and experiencing working in other cultures. One of the craziest experiences was in Beijing, when just hours before a press conference I was organizing, a friend tipped me off that if I wanted the media to actually publish/broadcast something, I had to give them a gift and CASH. For real. That was fun to have to explain to finance why the company owed me thousands of CNYs in cash and for T-shirts from the hotel gift shop! I also have to share that one of my all-time favorite nights at work was in 2012 at the NFL Draft when my client, Andrew Luck, was drafted first. It was so crazy and exciting and anxiety-inducing being backstage with Andrew and his family and all of the other draftees and their families, waiting for "the call" from the teams. Not sure that will ever happen again, unless my son decides that's the route he wants to take…urgh.
Who have been your favorite clients?
That's a hard one but I would say that working with the totally courageous and amazing NBA center Jason Collins was a highlight of my career.
What are your favorite apps?
Amazon, Uber, Starbucks, SportsCenter, Swarm, American Airlines, Diapers.com, Fitbit, WeatherBug, WhatsApp, FlightTracker, OpenTable, Seamless, Timehop and Tile.
What are three things you can't travel without?
Earplugs, a flat-iron and my Philips Sonicare toothbrush
When not at the office, where are we most likely to find you? (Not that we'll be looking, of course.)
At home in Battery Park or running around downtown Manhattan with my husband Duncan, and kids Charlie (2 1/2) and Matilda (5 months). And probably reading.
MKTG INC Continues Growth With Hires in Chicago and NYC
Charlie Horsey, Chairman and CEO, announced today that the company has added key staff positions in the company's Chicago and New York offices.
Scott Malaga joined the Chicago office as Senior Vice President of Business Development. In his new role, he will lead the company's Midwest business development efforts and provide sponsorship consultation for clients. Malaga has more than 15 years of experience in sales and sports marketing, with previous positions including Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Intersport and Vice President of Corporate Partnerships with the Chicago Fire. Prior to that, he spent more than a decade selling and managing college sports media and activation.
Malaga received his undergraduate degree from Cornell University, where he was a first team All-Ivy running back and was inducted into the Cornell Athletic Hall of Fame in 1999. He received his Masters Degree in Sports Administration from Ohio University. He and his wife live in Elmhurst, IL.
Also new to the Chicago office is Ryan Carter, who joined the MKTG INC team as Vice President, Client Service. In his new role, he will manage relationships with brand partnerships in the Midwest and beyond. He has more than 15 years of experience in creating unique consumer engagements for some of the world's most recognized brands.
Most recently, Ryan worked on Nike's Central Territory Brand Team, where he was responsible for bringing Nike Running to life in a 22-state territory, including marquee events like the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Ryan also led a cross-functional team that launched Nike+ in 2012. Prior to Nike, Ryan worked in leadership roles at Intersport, DePaul University Athletics and the American Junior Golf Association. Ryan is a graduate of University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and resides in Oak Park with his wife, Molly, and their two children.
In the New York office, MKTG INC named Katie Kirby to the newly-created Director of Communications position. In that role, she will spearhead the company's communications and public relations efforts.
Katie brings 15 years of experience to MKTG INC, ranging from grassroots marketing to global brand promotion in sports, spirits and hospitality. Most recently, she managed integrated communications programs at DKC Public Relations in New York. Prior to that, Katie worked at Beam, Inc. in Deerfield, IL, where she oversaw global PR outreach for Beam's vodka, rum and tequila brands. Katie previously worked as Director of Public Relations for the Chicago White Sox, where she managed PR efforts for the team's marketing, community relations and sales initiatives, highlighted by the team's World Series Championship in 2005. Katie serves as the Vice President of Marketing for the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)'s NY Chapter. She graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Journalism.
"This is an exciting time for MKTG INC, and these new hires reflect our growth and ongoing expansion." said Horsey. "Coming off of a summer where we executed dynamic programs for partners including Nike, Diageo, NBA, MSNBC, Proctor & Gamble and others, MKTG INC is continuing to deliver exciting, innovative programs to clients in the US and abroad."


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There is a perception in some consumers' minds as well as some parts of the motoring industry in South Africa that the electric car is slow. Perhaps this could be the reason why some car shoppers still opt for petrol and diesel cars over electric ones. Even the range of modern electric cars are not a downside any longer. But, there are some electric cars that are exceptionally quick on a quarter mile and some even quicker off the mark 0-100 km/h.
Tesla Model S P100D is faster than modified street racers
I recently posted a video on my Facebook page that spread far and wide on a gutted Tesla Model S P100D electric car. It was a completely stock standard with only two lightweight racing seats in it. In the video, it can be seen leaving custom street racing cars such as Mustangs and a Nissan GT-R in the dust. Many of the street racing cars were modified, and there was even one with a nitrous system. None of these modified cars could match the all-wheel-drive electric monster. The Tesla Model S P100D has a 0-100 km/h sprint time of a mere 2.5 seconds, talk about a fast production car.
However criticized, the only factor brought up by the electric car rivals was the fact that the Tesla was an all-wheel-drive vehicle. It had an advantage on the uneven and debris-filled road. That aside the P100D proved itself to be an extremely capable and very fast car.
The Model S P100D is, at present, Tesla's fastest-accelerating vehicle. It really is stupid fast, well, from what I can tell anyway. It also currently boasts the largest battery capacity at 100 kWh.
Tesla Model S P100D (with Ludicrous) is also faster than production supercars
So the ultimate test was a video posted by motor trend that proves that this very electric car, the Tesla Model S P100D, is in fact faster than the greatest production supercars on a quarter mile. That is Ludicrous!!! Watch the Worlds Greatest Drag Race..
Here are some other electric cars that will embarrass 'normal' cars:
Tesla Model 3 electric car
The Model 3 is Tesla's first affordable electric car going into production this year. It's first final-production images were released in July this year by the company's CEO, Elon Musk. The first 30 units all went to Tesla employees. It was announced at the time that the plan was to produce 100 cars in August and more than 1,500 cars in September. The ultimate goal is to produce 20,000 electric cars by the end of December 2017. The Model 3 is expected to hit South African shores by 2019, and I'm hell-bent on owning one.
The Model 3 has a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 5.6 seconds. This time is double that of the Model S P100D operating in Ludicrous Mode. While its under-six-seconds time isn't one to put into the record books, it does, however, put it in the league of the Germans. Such cars like the BMW 330i and the Audi A3 Cabriolet.
The Model 3 also has a range of 350 km's – which is something South Africans will deem better next to the 140km's of the Nissan Leaf and BMW i3. One of the things that have probably not made it's offering that appealing, is the fact that most South Africans travel long distances on a daily basis. But as a day to day commuter, the Model 3 is more than capable on range.
The Tesla Model 3 falls in the same US price range of the BMW 320i. In the States, the Model 3 goes for $35 000 (roughly R46000). In the USA car buyers will also benefit from a federal discount close to $7 500 (just under R10 000) to encourage the move to electric vehicles. Let's hope South Africa also offers tax incentives.
Jaguar I-Pace
Jaguar Land Rover's (JLR) first all-electric vehicle will achieve a 0-100 km/h sprint in 4 seconds. The Jaguar outperforms the Tesla's Model X 75D and 90D which does 0-100 km/h in 6 seconds and 4.8 seconds respectively.
The I-Pace SUV is a pure-electric vehicle that is based on a new platform. Its main competitor is the Model X. Unlike the Tesla Model S sedan and Model X SUV, the I-Pace has a short sloped bonnet. The JLR features a "cab-forward design." which makes for a more spacious cabin.
The I-Pace is fitted with some hardware that comes out of the F-Pace SUV such as its suspension system. Its 90kWh lithium ion battery has been developed in-house and makes use of pouch cells for its energy density and efficiency. From a 50kW charging point, the battery can be charged to 80 percent in 90 minutes and will achieve a full charge in a little over two hours. The I-Pace can also run for at least 480 kilometers on a single charge.
The battery pack powers two 200 hp electric motors mounted between each axle. It has a total power output of 400 hp and 700Nm of torque via the all-wheel drive system.
Jaguar Land Rover South Africa has confirmed its first all-electric and hybrid models will arrive in South Africa by 2019. In an apparent interview with Business Insider, Joe Eberhardt, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover North America, said pricing "will be comparable to luxury offerings from brands like Porsche." Its starting price will be just under $100,000, or roughly R1.3 million.
Formula E
Let's get on to racing now, official, legal racing that is. Electric cars now even have their own racing series. Many performance automakers are also making the shift to Formula E. Not that F1, WRX or WEC are dead. That is still going relatively well where even, in recent news, Porsche wants to get back onto the F1 track.
The Formula E/Formula E Championship is made up of pure electric powered cars. Sanctioned by FIA, the championship began in 2014. In terms of numbers, Formula E cars rocket from 0-100 km/h in approximately 3 seconds or less. With 200 kW at their feet, the maximum speed of these cars, as governed by FIA, is limited to 225 km/h. The cost of one of these cars is around R5 million.
Spark Racing Technologies, the builders of the Formula E cars, have been working on the second-generation models for next year. It is the same company that created the first car that the racing series is now based on. The French company has mentioned that the new cars will be lighter and make more efficient use of its battery.
Several companies such as Sony, McLaren, and Atieva are working on a new battery pack. A battery pack that will allow drivers to complete the race without having to stop and switch to a charged car. Season 6 (2019–2020) is also likely to see new competitors like Porsche and Mercedes-Benz. Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Renault, and not forgetting startups Faraday Future and NextEV are currently competing.
Rimac Concept One
Most people hadn't even heard of Rimac prior to Richard Hammond crashing one of eight while filming The Grand Tour. The Rimac Concept One puts out power of 900 kW and 1600 Nm of torque. The Bugatti Chiron has the same maximum torque but over 200 kW more torque.
Its 0-100 km/h time is a mere 2.5 seconds and it has a top speed of 355 km/h with a range of 350 km.
These electric cars are like a prophecy of things to come in the future. Years of development and testing have gone into these new machines and it would be plain silly to underestimate the capabilities and disruptive uses for electric vehicles.
Electric vehicles also don't have the problem of losing power at different altitudes like internal-combustion engines, so the Joburg boy racers don't need to worry about turbos. Electric cars are extraordinarily capable and will in the future send internal-combustion (fossils) engines the way of the dinosaur.


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Assistant Professor of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology (Research)
Division of Biology and Medicine, Brown University
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Providence, RI 02912
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Yang Zhou, PhD
Yang Zhou, PhD is currently an Assistant Professor of Molecular Microbiology & Immunology (Research) at Brown University. In May 2015, Dr. Zhou completed a 5 month pilot project with the CPVB COBRE entitled: Chitinase 3-like-1 in Pulmonary Hypertension Associated with Interstitial Lung Disease.
Dr. Zhou is a graduate of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China and University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston TX where he received his PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Dr. Zhou's primary research interests are directed towards understanding the immunopathogenesis of lung injury and repair. I have interrogated the roles of a chitinase-like protein and its receptors in a variety of lung diseases including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary hypertension, and pulmonary fibrosis. My future research plans are aimed at dissecting the common mechanisms that underlie the pathogenesis of pulmonary fibrosis, specifically the role of intracellular receptor trafficking and signaling pathways in disease progress. My long-range research goals are to identify the immune and cellular responses that mediate lung injury and repair responses and to identify specific molecular targets that can be targeted in the treatment of related disorders.
Chitinase 3-like-1 in Pulmonary Hypertension Associated with Interstitial Lung Disease
Development of pulmonary hypertension is a common and deadly complication of interstitial lung disease (ILD). Despite considerable efforts to understand the disease pathogenesis, the mechanisms that drive the vascular remodeling responses in the lung are poorly understood.
Chitinase 3-like-1 (CHI3L1), also called YKL-40 in humans and BRP-39 in mice, is a prototypic chitinase-like protein belonging to the 18 glycosyl hydrolase gene family. It is produced by a variety of cells including macrophages, epithelial cells, and fibroblasts. It can be readily detected in the circulation of normal individuals and is greatly dysregulated in the circulation and/or tissues from patients with a variety of diseases characterized by inflammation and/or tissue remodeling, and in ILD is known to predict clinical decline. Studies from our laboratory demonstrated that CHI3L1 plays a protective role in lung injury but pro-fibrotic roles during the repair process of the lung. In addition, increased plasma CHI3L1 is associated with endothelial dysfunction in obstructive sleep apnea. However, despite its importance as a regulator of injury/repair responses in multiple tissues, the interrelationship between CHI3L1 and vascular remodeling has never been investigated in the context of pulmonary hypertension secondary to ILD. Our preliminary studies identified that CHI3L1 has at least two cell surface receptors, IL-13Rα2 and CRTH2. We hypothesize that CHI3L1 contributes to the development of pulmonary hypertension associated with ILD through stimulation of pulmonary vascular remodeling. The hypothesis will be tested in the following two aims:
Aim #1: Determine whether the genetic ablation and/or transgenic overexpression of CHI3L1 alter the pathogenesis of pulmonary hypertension in a mouse model of ILD.
Aim #2: Determine the CHI3L1 receptor responsible for the altered pathogenesis of pulmonary hypertension in a mouse model of ILD.
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Title: Chitinase 3-like 1 and its receptors in pulmonary fibrosis
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03/01/17 – 02/28/18
Jack A. Elias
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Frank L. Day
Professor of Biology, Professor of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Professor of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology and Biochemistry, Professor of Medicine
Alpert Medical School of Brown University


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Advance Screening of WONDER in Miami!
You can win admit-two passes to see an advance screening of WONDER on Wednesday, November 15th @ AMC Aventura 24, Miami, Fl. (7:30pm)
Based on the New York Times bestseller, WONDER tells the inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman. Born with facial differences that, up until now, have prevented him from going to a mainstream school, Auggie becomes the most unlikely of heroes when he enters the local fifth grade. As his family, his new classmates, and the larger community all struggle to find their compassion and acceptance, Auggie's extraordinary journey will unite them all and prove you can't blend in when you were born to stand out.
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We would like to wish you all good luck.
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Welcome to Day Fourteen of the 30-Day Financial Transition Challenge. "Today's article focuses on your tax situation. Specifically, we're going to look at tax planning opportunities and whether you might need to file an amended tax return.
Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF)
Most people overlook the impact that taxes play in their financial lives. With proper tax planning, you can take the right steps to ensure that:
- Your tax liability isn't any higher than it is supposed to be
- Your future financial decisions are as tax-efficient as possible.
In the military, you enjoy natural tax advantages not available in the civilian world. Tax-free allowances can account for over 1/3 of your total compensation. Additionally, deployments to combat zones allow for most, if not all, of your taxable income to be excluded for tax purposes.
While these tax advantages are certainly well deserved, it's also natural to become overly dependent on them after a while. Did you ever know that Sailor who kept re-enlisting for sea duty because he couldn't afford to let go of his sea pay? Or that soldier who kept volunteering for those combat zone duty assignments because he needed the money?
Finding ways to become more tax-efficient is one of the most powerful ways to increase your wealth over time. Tax-efficiency should be one of the factors that you consider when putting your money to work. You won't solve all your tax problems today but at least you should know where you stand. If you do, you can determine whether you can do tax planning on your own, or if you need to talk with a tax professional.
Today, we're going to do two things:
- Look to see if there's an opportunity to amend a previous year's tax return
- Look at tax planning opportunities for the future
Relevant articles
- 9 Tax Considerations for Transitioning Servicemembers
- 3 Tax Considerations When Selling Your Rental Property in the Military
- 5 Tax Considerations When Selling Your Home in the Military
- Amended Tax Returns: Does the IRS Owe You Money?
What you need
Your previous three years' tax returns and any related documents.
1. Amended returns: Locate the 3 most recent tax returns that you've filed.
2. Do you see a tax professional? Not H&R Block, but a CPA or EA (enrolled agent)? Or do you do your own taxes? If you see a professional, did they do your previous three year's tax returns?
3. Do you already do tax planning with your tax professional? If not, you should schedule an appointment to review your tax returns & tax planning opportunities.
4. Amended return checklist of 'quick items.' These are changes in your personal situation, or other 'events' that might not have been accounted for when you filed your tax return. For example, if you just had a first child, it might have completely slipped your mind to put that baby as a dependent on your tax return. This checklist is just a snapshot of things you should look for as you scan your returns.
- Do your tax returns reflect major life changes (new child, selling a house, change of address, change of jobs)?
- Did you recently change tax preparers, or start doing your own?
- Scan your return & supporting documents for math errors and transposed numbers.
- Review your Schedule A (enclosed checklist)
- What other tax schedules do you have (i.e. Schedule C, Schedule B)?
5. If you find an opportunity, can you file on your own, or do you need to find a professional?
- Professional: Most professionals will charge $500 or more to file an amended return, it might not be worth hiring one unless the potential refund is $1,000 or more.
- DIY: If you plan to do it yourself, you need to become very familiar with IRS forms. The IRS does not accept electronically filed amended returns. Hard copies only!
- Is there an underpayment, and you owe the IRS? Find a professional regardless of the difference.
6. Where do you stand regarding your current tax situation?
- Start by looking at last year's tax return.
- What is your marginal tax bracket?
- Do you think your income will be higher this year than last year?
- What tax schedules do you have?
7. What tax planning opportunities do you have?
- Retirement account contributions (Day 13)
- Student loans
- Itemized deductions (Schedule A)
- Business deductions (Schedule C or separate entity tax return)
- Capital gains (Schedule D)
- Real estate rental (Schedule E)
By the end of this checklist, you should have a good idea of how complex your tax situation is. Unless you love taxes, this is an area you might want to consult with a tax professional on.
If you're not a tax expert, today's not the day to become one. This checklist should just be a primer to help you determine if there's more work to be done. If there is more work, then you should definitely consult a tax professional or a financial planner. Tax professionals can help you focus on complicated tax issues, while there are many financial planners who provide a 'tax-focus' while also helping in a variety of other financial issues. Whatever your decision, identifying whether or not you need help with taxes is a solid first step.
To wrap up, today you're going to:
- Review your previous year tax returns
- Determine if you might need to file an amended return, or have a professional review your return
- Determine whether there are tax planning opportunities that you might need help with.
Tomorrow, we'll discuss college planning. Whether your college planning is for yourself, your spouse, or your children, it's vital that you take time to evaluate your situation and determine where your college planning needs and goals fit in the overall picture.


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