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Thanks to a series of fantastic films, including Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men: The Days Of Future Past and The Avengers, Marvel is one of the most popular companies in the world. Thankfully, that means that you can show off your geek-chic and love of your favourite characters, without coming off as a nerd.
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The Iron Man film itself is held as one of the most responsible for the surge in popularity, with the exception of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, of the superhero film as a genre.
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In New York City, club crawlers can pop into bars and order bottle service, pouring drinks freely through the night.
But in Boston, nightclubs must abide by stricter laws, and have servers babysit the bottle, rather than leave it at a customer's table.
"It's kind of a mislabeled scenario," said Frank Stavrianopoulos, general manager at District on Lincoln Street. "It's not like New York where you have a bottle set at the table."
The regulations, peculiar in some other major cities, were highlighted yesterday as three Boston bars went before the city's Licensing Board to request "bottle service."
Red Lantern, Kennedy's Midtown and Howl at the Moon all applied for Boston's version of at-table service.
"[Red Lantern] currently has reservations several weeks out and it's an accommodation for these guests for special occasions when they are all drinking the same bottle," said attorney Karen Simao, who was representing the restaurant.
At District, Stavrianopoulos said people only pay for the amount they drink, rather than the entire bottle.
He likened the service to having a "personal bartender," who monitors drink consumption.
"When you get visitors from other cities, they look at you like you have two heads," he said.
The three establishments that petitioned for the service yesterday also must employ "bottle hosts," the only ones allowed to handle the alcohol.
The board is scheduled to make a decision on the requests today.
"They have to show ... they will be able to provide bottle service while staying within the confines of the current law," said Jean Lorizio, council to the board.
NYC never needs a bottle sitter
In New York City, Marquee bar leaves the booze at your service.
Bottle minimum is $350.
Must have 4 to 5 people for every bottle.
People can request bottle service at the door.
Bottle is left with patrons.
Mixers are at the table to make your own drinks.
A patron decides how much they want to put in a drink.
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You may have read about my recent comments to the Democratic Caucus about what I have been hearing from the people of Massachusetts . If not, what I emphasized was (1) Jobs and (2) Afghanistan . We will have to wait for a while before we see if my concerns about Afghanistan are heeded, but the House acted quickly after I lit the fuse relative to jobs.
Last Wednesday, the House considered H.R. 2847: Jobs for Main Street Act. The measure provides $48 billion to put Americans back to work rebuilding our roads, bridges, and transit systems, and through increased investments in cleaning our air and water. For transportation and water infrastructure alone, Massachusetts is expected to receive over $811 million, including $335.9 million for investments in transit. The bill contains $500 million to hire teenagers for summer jobs, $1.18 billion for the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) program, and $500 million for hiring and preserving the jobs of firefighters across the country. This measure also provides $1 billion for the Housing Trust Fund and $1 billion for the Public Housing Capital Fund to rehabilitate affordable housing rental units and repair public housing units. All of these initiatives will be fully paid for with remaining TARP funds, an idea I urged the President to consider in November. In addition, the measure would extend emergency unemployment benefits for 6 months and extend the COBRA health insurance subsidy for individuals who have lost their jobs. Finally, the bill would extend for one year the expiring authority for the federal government's surface transportation programs. This extension of authority provides $905.2 million in normal formula funding, which is separate from the additional funding above.
I voted YES on H.R. 2847. The legislation passed and will now move to the Senate for consideration. The entire vote is recorded below:
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From start to finish your moving preparation will consume a significant amount of your time. By the time you get everything done, you should have several months of hard work behind you. Be prepared to be exhausted, but at the same time you will feel relieved.
To help you get there, we'll examine 15 way to organize and executive your move.
1. Invest in a planner. Buy a planner or download a planner app and use this to help you get and stay organized. This is the first and most important tool you'll need for tracking your move.
2. Buy an accordion file. Along with a planner, invest in an accordion file. This is where important documents, including your moving company contract, medical records, school records, and the like can be housed while you move.
3. Declutter early. Even before packing or contacting the moving company, begin setting aside those items that won't be moving with you. You need to have a good handle on what you'll be moving to get an accurate estimate from the moving company explains the Allied Moving Company.
4. Hold a yard sale. A yard or garage sale is a great way to get rid of your excess stuff. Earn a little money too and add those funds to your moving account.
5. Find your boxes. Free boxes for moving can be had by visiting local retailers and asking them for their discards. Only accept boxes that are sturdy, not torn, and able to hold your items.
6. Obtain the rest of your packing materials. Besides boxes, you'll need packing material such as peanuts and bubble wrap. Tape, labels, stickers and the like should be purchased too. Buy these online or at a local office supply store.
7. Hire a real estate agent (sell). When you're ready to make a move, find and hire a real estate agent. You'll need a competent agent to market your home and bring you a ready supply of buyers.
8. Hire a real estate agent (buyer). If you're planning to buy a new home, then find a real estate agent in the community where you are planning to live. Your selling agent may be able to refer you to someone who can do this job.
9. Hire a moving company. Obtain estimates from three moving company representatives. Ask for binding estimates, a list of references to call, then make your decision. If you can't nail down the moving date right away, your company should be willing to work with you.
10. Obtain your important records. Put out the word to your children's schools, doctors, dentist, veterinarian, and other record keeping companies that you need your records. Do this early on in the moving process to ensure that they're ready by the time of your move.
11. Ask for and accept help. Moving is a big responsibility. Ask for people to pitch in by what ever means possible. This is no time to be proud — you need help and people want to assist you.
12. Review your options with your real estate agents. If your house isn't selling, then consider renting it until a buyer steps forward. At the same time, you may not be able to buy another home, so talk with the agent in your new community about renting.
13. Pack as you go. Plan to pack all items you won't be using again until after your move first. Then, begin a systematic approach to packing room by room. Don't forget to set aside an overnight bag and an "open first" box.
14. Check your list again and again. Verify that all your unfinished or open items are completed before you move. Forward your mail, obtain your important documents, touch base with the moving company, visit your new city, say good-bye to your friends, and get ready to move.
15. Make your move. On the days leading up to your move, complete your unfinished business. Arrange for a cleaning company to take care of your home as soon as you leave. Purchase airline tickets or book hotel rooms before you leave. Get a good night's sleep before the movers arrive early the next morning.
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When starting a project at this time of the year, it is nice to have tips for creative spring knitting patterns. It is a way to finish a great project even if you are not a professional or are new to the art. Learning little and big ways of fine tuning this skill could lead to success.
There really is no limit to the type of projects you can do. Do some brainstorming concerning ideas, events and anything you might need to find the right project for you. It could be a stuff bunny for Easter or a new bonnet. One way to help bring it into the season is using a variety of light colours.
You could be making something for your niece or nephew, brother or sister son or daughter. It might even be something new for yourself. Find some ideas by looking through books you have or consider purchasing a new one. It can be a real inspiration! There are designs for tank tops, bags, table clothes and headbands. Look at what is in style and find a way to make it your own.
Now the real work begins. You can find patterns in books as well as on the internet. There are often free options available too through internet searches. Consider magazines with this focus too. Find what works best for you and your ability. If you have a major project or are a beginner, consider how many projects you plan to finish.
Read over all the instructions first. It might be a good idea to do this before purchasing to make sure it is really what you want. Then prepare by purchasing all the supplies. It will be easier for you to get the job done in a timely fashion.
Remember to get the right size for your project as well. If it is clothes you are making check that it will fit. Also, look into the materials you need from yarn to needles. You want to get the proper needle size and your favourite colours for your project. Don't forget if you need buttons, ribbons, snaps or decorative accents too!
Finally, it is time to get to work. Budget your time and give yourself a deadline. If you want the project done by a certain day then put your deadline a day sooner than it is needed. You might get done even earlier and it will give you plenty of time to fix anything if there is an issue. Only put as many projects on your list as you feel you will be able to complete. You don't have to look too far into the future because you might become burnt out. Have fun with your projects. As you get done with a project you can consider adding one on to your to do list.
Creative spring knitting patterns tips can be found all over the place. You can also consider joining a club or talking to friends. This is a great way to learn more and get an idea of your own. Perhaps you can work on a project with someone as well and get another perspective.


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Kate Walker is spunky, energetic, and full of love for her family and those close to her. But in the romance department, she shuts down with fear. Kate is the kind of heroine that you cheer for and urge onward. I felt she was well characterized and developed. Her compassionate heart won me over after meeting Breydan. As for Colton, his personality was gentle but yet impulsive as well. The greatest lesson he learned was how to surrender control to God and allow Him to work. Overall, Colton and Kate complement each other and bring out the other's strengths. They're a perfect match!
From the Start is a romantic, cute, and funny read to enjoy on a Sunday afternoon with a cup of tea. The story has all the elements of a sweet story, complete with a small-town! This book is not one that should be overlooked. I will remember it for its sweet setting of Iowa, her compassion-filled characters, and the simple message to trust God to work things out. I can easily recommend this book to fans of her earlier works, Made to Last and Here to Stay. I haven't had the privilege of reading Here to Stay just yet, but I'm certain it is just as good. This book is aimed at women, young and old. I specifically recommend ages sixteen or older. :-)
I received this book from Bethany House in return for an honest review of my opinions, which I have done. Thanks!!
Back Cover:Kate Walker used to believe in true love and happily ever after. While her own love life may have left her brokenhearted, it hasn't kept her from churning out made-for-TV romance movie screenplays...until a major career slump and a longing to do something meaningful send her running back to her hometown of Maple Valley.
Permanently sidelined by an injury, former NFL quarterback Colton Greene is temporarily hiding out in a friend's hometown to avoid the media and the reminders of all he's lost. Maple Valley seems like the perfect place to learn how to adjust to normal life. The only trouble is he's never really done normal before.
While Kate plays things safe and Colton is all about big risks and grand gestures, they both get what it's like to desperately need direction in life. An unexpected project gives them both a chance to jumpstart their new lives, but old wounds and new dreams are hard to ignore. Starting over wasn't part of the plan, but could it be the best thing that's ever happened to them?
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Terry George
Oscar Isaac
Christian Bale
Charlotte Le Bon
Jean Reno
James Cromwell
Shohreh Aghdashloo
Angela Sarafyan
The Promise (PG-13)
Drama 133 min. April 21, 2017
George and Robin Swicord have also built their screenplay around three conflicted lovers (played by Oscar Isaac, Charlotte Le Bon and Christian Bale), but here the history (thankfully) overwhelms the romance. Nobody in The Promise has to point out that their love problems don't amount to a hill of beans in this crazy world, because that crazy world is forever trying to kill them and everyone they care about. Rather than sweat over who's crushing on whom, the protagonists endeavor to survive, offer aid to refugees and let the world know the truth about a campaign of mass murder of 1.5 million Armenians.
As drama and spectacle, it's not quite first-rate -- I rarely feared for these characters or believed that I knew their souls, and George is too much of a humanist to wring real-life tragedy for cineplex suspense. But as a moral corrective and a call to decency it moved me. How rare is it that so much movie money has been spent on not killing, on demonstrating -- here through a corny yet moving coda -- that, in a crisis, acts of kindness shape the world for the better for generations to come?
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How to Cook Perfect Rice on the Stove
A foolproof recipe for perfect rice, every time.
Serving Size: 4
This is it – the foolproof recipe for how to cook perfect rice on the stove. If cooking rice makes you nervous, know that you are not alone. Even really accomplished cooks get intimidated by plain old rice.
My mother had a friend who made extravagant, authentic Chinese meals, and then sent her husband to go pick up rice from the local Chinese restaurant. Another friend of mine works in one of the best test kitchens in the country, and when she has a chili party she asks one of the guests to bring the rice.
But we're going to solve the rice-phobic issue today. Rice is too awesome not to know how to make easily.
And if you have kids, you probably know how much kids like rice. I serve rice at least a couple of times a week, with dinner — it's so easy to make, it's perfect for soaking up sauces, balancing out a slightly spicy main dish, and when all else fails, it's what a picky eater will eat. Often I make brown rice….more often I make white.
What is the Ratio of Water to Rice?
The basic recipe is 2 to 1, in terms of water and rice. You can easily, double and even triple the recipe; just make sure you are using a pot large enough to hold the rice as it cooks and expands. Other rice varieties, like brown and Arborio, can be a little different in terms or proportions and timing, but this is how you'll get perfect white rice every time.
How Long Will Rice Keep?
Cooked rice keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, so you can make extra to serve later in the week, or to use in different dishes.
How Do You Reheat Rice?:
To reheat cooked rice in the microwave, place it in a microwave safe bowl and sprinkle a bit of water on top, then drape a damp paper towel over the top before heating it, to make sure it doesn't dry out. You can also reheat it in a pot: give it a generous sprinkle of water, and heat with the lid on over low heat, stirring and fluffing frequently.
But if you're thinking about making fried rice (and there's a recipe for that in The Mom 100 Cookbook) then cold rice is your friend. Cold rice is also great in a frittata, and adds texture and heft to soups of all kinds.
If you want a similar little bulleted list of info on How to Make Perfect Quinoa on the Stove well, just click here. Plus the recipe.
Here are ways to use that perfect rice all week long. Serve it with:
How to Cook Perfect Rice on the Stove
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil (optional)
- 1 cup long grain white rice
1. Bring the water to boil in a medium saucepan. Add the salt and butter and allow the butter to melt.
2. When the water has returned to a boil, stir in the rice. Let the water return to a light simmer. Stir again, cover the pot and turn the heat down to low. Keep the rice simmering slightly, and keep the pot covered (you may have to peek after a few minutes to make sure the heat is at the correct temperature, but then let it cook, covered). Start checking to see if the rice is tender and all of the liquid is absorbed at about 17 minutes. It may take up to 25, especially if you are making a larger quantity of rice.
3. When the rice is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit for another couple of minutes to finish absorbing any liquid. Take off the lid, fluff the rice with a fork and let it sit for another 2 minutes or so, so that some of the excess moisture in the rice dries off.


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(StatePoint) There is no hallmark of summer fun quite like a campfire -- whether you've gathered some neighbors and friends in your own backyard or on a backpacking adventure.
In fact, 99 percent of campers have a campfire and 91 percent of campers "roast" over their campfires, according to research from The MindClick Group. Now there are some great ways to give this age-old tradition some innovative twists.
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The Florence Campus of National College announces that Krista Bryl, Berry, Ky., was among the graduates in the Class of 2014.
The students received their degrees and diplomas at the graduation ceremony held on Tuesday, May 27 at The Florentine Event Center:
Harrison Memorial Hospital (HMH) is participating in the Kentucky Institute for Patient Safety and Quality (KIPSQ) project "Improving Patient Safety for Mom and Baby." HMH is one of 32 Kentucky birthing hospitals involved in the project.
KIPSQ partnered with Anthem Foundation to provide education, tools and resources to ensure the best possible outcomes, both in the short term and long term.
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June 27 -- At 2:33 p.m., an injury accident occurred on KY 1054 S. about three miles west of town. Brenda Creamer of KY 36 W was traveling south when the vehicle veered off the roadway, went 100 feet and cracked a telephone pole. The driver complained of hand pain and was taken to Harrison Memorial.
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June 16 -- At 10:47 p.m., Dawionia Wilson, 208 Second St., reported that a $46 charge was made without her permission and that it had posted to the Bourbon County Jail.
June 17 -- At 7:25 p.m., Amanda F. Hunt, 104 E. Pearl St., reported that she had been struck in the face by Christina Kiskaden whom she Hunt alleged had also taken $20.
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Estate of Pearl Tina Sanders, probate hearing; order entered.
Michael T. Sosbe vs. Penny Fowler, court trial; forcible detainer sustained.
Angel Spurlock vs. Randy Northcutt, court trial; forcible detainer sustained.
Randy Northcutt vs. Joshua Rueger, court trial; forcible detainer sustained.
Housing Authority of Cynthiana vs. Jacqueline Tokarchick, court trial; forcible detainer sustained.
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Eddie Strong, 1966, review; dismissed as diverted.
Darcey Jones, 1985, review; dismissed as diverted.
Brian Watson, 1971, show cause hearing; admission to allegation, pretrial diversion voided.
Zachary Pence, 1989, disposition hearing; motion for extension of time, motion granted.
Trevor Gill, 1980, pretrial conference; 3 counts criminal possession of forged instrument-second degree - guilty plea entered; persistent felony offender-second degree - dismissed.
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Morgan Adam James vs. Megan Faye James, domestic; separation agreement filed, testimony taken, decree entered.
Diana Dawn Palmer vs. Jeremiah Hall Palmer, domestic; testimony taken, decree entered.
Kevin Shane Robinson vs. Jessica C. Robinson, domestic; testimony taken, decree entered.
William Paul Adams vs. Jacquelin Foster, motion hour; agreed order entered.
Reginald James Verax vs. Shelley Renee Slone, motion hour; passed to be re-noticed.
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Don't Tempt Me (2001) / Comedy-Thriller
aka Sin Noticias de Dios
aka No News from God
aka Bendito Infierno
MPAA Rated: R for language, Violence, and some sexual content
Running Time: 112 min.
Cast: Victoria Abril, Penelope Cruz, Demian Bichir, Fanny Ardant, Gael Garcia Bernal, Javier Bardem
Director: Augustin Diaz Yanes
Screenplay: Augustin Diaz Yanes
Review published February 5, 2002
Fans of Pedro Almodovar might go into Don't Tempt Me (aka No News from God or Sin Noticias de Dios) thinking it's one of his films, or if they know it isn't, thinking it will be similar to his style, mostly due to the fact that Abril (Jimmy Hollywood, Tie Me Up Tie Me Down) and Cruz (Woman on Top, All About My Mother) are so often cast in his movies. Hopefully, you won't come away disappointed just because it isn't. Rather, it's more of a showcase for two very appealing actresses to strut their stuff and have a little fun, while writer-director Agustin Diaz Yanes (Nobody Will Speak of Us When We're Dead, Baton Rouge) delivers both the laughs and the action in this comic-thriller.
The main plot is perhaps the most troublesome part, probably because most of the motivations are never really revealed. Basically, Heaven is facing a sort of bankruptcy while Hell is about to be taken over by rebels, and the turning point for both rests on the soul of one Spanish boxer, Manny (Bichir, Dance with the Devil), who has a brain injury which may kill him should he take another nasty blow to the head. Both factions send "angels" to try to sway his soul to either the side of Good or Bad, with Heaven's minion Abril taking over as Manny's wife, Lola, and demoness Cruz acting as a visiting long-lost cousin, Carmen. Manny has been disowned by his mother for stealing some money from her, while he is also threatened from time to time by some local baddies for owing money to them too for selling some stolen jewelry. With Manny right on the line, trying to do good but caught up in bad circumstances, the tug-of-war for his allegiance is on, and the two women will do anything to win.
Don't Tempt Me might sound like a wacky farce, but it isn't. Most of the laughs are very subtle, and as fun as the actresses are to watch, this is not a knee-slapping, hilarious good time. Many of the witty jabs come from the underlying commentary on politics, its corruptness, and how even in the afterlife, people's fates are decided by tit-for-tat favors and string-pulling rather than what's right or just. The visions of Heaven and Hell are influenced greatly by movies, depicting Heaven as if it came from a classy old French film, filled with glamorous people and delicious entertainment. Hell is more like a dark, exploitation film, set in a sweltering prison, full of opportunist lowlifes trying to abide by idiotic and unreasonable sets of rules.
The contacts for both minions are Heaven's Fanny Ardant (Elizabeth, Sabrina) and Hell's Gael Garcia Bernal (Y Tu Mama Tambien, Amores Perros), who are perfectly cast according to their type, and makes the film fun whenever they are onscreen together. The same can also be said for Abril and Cruz, of course, and although Cruz steals many of the laughs because of the nature of her role as the bad guy, Abril does get her chance in the spotlight with a couple of lavish musical numbers while performing in a Parisian-like club in Heaven.
Unfortunately, the least appealing aspect of the film comes from the main plot itself, mostly because Manny is rather unsympathetic, and also Heaven and Hell seem so corrupt, that we don't really care who will win or lose in the end. Perhaps the most frustrating thing about the plot comes from the strange and ever-changing sets of rules, as it's never quite clear how or why Manny's soul matters, or even how the structure of things seems to work in terms of Manny "scoring points" on the side of Good or Evil with every action. I suppose the film isn't really about the structure of the afterlife, and doesn't want to get bogged down in over-explanation, but from what we do see, it all makes little logical sense.
However, this is all a minor quibble, since the real reason for the film, ultimately, is to entertain, and to that end, Don't Tempt Me is a success. Well, I should say mostly a success, because the tone of the film shifts so much from comedy to seriousness in a way that some viewers won't like the darker edges, showcasing an attempted rape and lots of beatings (and murderous gunplay) to be truly enthralled in what is otherwise a light and fluffy affair.
Don't Tempt Me is primarily recommended for the performances of its stars, and if you are a huge fan of any of the main performers, you will probably come away loving it. The premise is also interesting, and the vision of the afterlife makes for a fascinating and somewhat amusing take. Like Tarantino did for Hollywood films, Yanes has created a Pulp Fiction for the female art-house crowd -- funny, violent, and completely irreverent.
Qwipster's rating:
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by Jane
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Allowances taught creative budgeting and money management, not just having pocket money for chores done.
When I was young (a lot of years ago), I was given money on Saturday mornings. When I look back on it, I believe the money was given strictly for the chores done on Saturday mornings, which helped out my parents while they ran our family business.
I was expected to put laundry in the dryer, fold it and put it away. I had to clean my bedroom thoroughly, and tidy our living room. The money was given after I was finished doing those chores, and was meant for my spending on the weekend. I don't think my parents meant it to last me for the entire week, as they paid for extra necessities. Allowance was given for "Saturday" spending after Saturday chores were done.
With my own daughter, she got money given to her on the weekend, which was a much larger amount, of course, and took into consideration what she might want during the week in terms of the extra foods at school. She was certainly expected to do chores, and if she needed something else, I paid, but that wasn't the main reason I gave her the money. I expected her to actually think about spreading it out, and making it last. In other words, she was quite free to spend it all in one day, but if she did that, she would have nothing more until the following week.
The reason for this? The schools provided all kinds of extras, like pizza for example, something I never had. My daughter had a lunch, of course, but she had to decide if the pizza would be a treat or an everyday thing. She had to decide if she could afford the everyday trip outside the school for a hamburger and fries with friends, or make it a "treat" once in awhile. She had the means to do either one, which I hoped would make her think about saving and priorities.
In this way, she learned creative budgeting and decision-making, and overall, it worked out well in teaching her money management skills.
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Thursday, July 31, 2014
Karl du Fresne: What I could do with a machine gun
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- Honeybadger said...
You are not cranky at all. Acoustic space is shared space and good neighbours keep their noise to themselves. Bad neighbours don't. Trouble is the feral bogans are proliferating and local laws are not being enforced. If you confront the source you will likely be met with 'foxtrot off'. Civility is dying if not dead.
- July 31, 2014 at 11:46 PM
I can add a couple to that Karl, The sound of a Rap "singer" in full flight (I use the word singer reservedly) Even Benedict in "Much Ado about Nothing" comments on a singer "If he were a dog they'd shoot him" And that was the 1690's! Have times really changed?
There is one thing which always grates with me "The TV interview with a the Captain of a winning Rugby Team; who constantly states week after week "We still have some work to do" Heavens above, minutes later the defeated opposition Captain appears much the worst for wear, and says "We have some work to do"
An uzi would be more than welcome.
- August 1, 2014 at 3:50 PM
Go for it. Want a machine gun?
- August 6, 2014 at 11:10 PM
Please may we include jet ski riders in the cull?
- August 8, 2014 at 1:52 PM
Our brains are conditioned to deal with random noises but when there is a pattern we are conditioned to take notice. What's more stereo bass penetrates concrete.
Another factor is evolution: a troupe of pre-humans advancing through the forests advertises their confidence and strength.
It isn't just "loud music"
- August 11, 2014 at 7:13 AM
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Rochelle, Illinois is probably not the first place one would look to find a data center replete with leading edge technology. Yet, it is here in this pastoral hamlet 80 miles west of Chicago that Northbrook, Ill.-based Allstate Insurance Co. has built a new facility that employs a mix of technologies and design elements to markedly reduce energy consumption.
Insurance Networking News toured the 65,000 square-foot facility on Friday and came away impressed with the holistic approach the company used to make the facility more efficient.
Many of the energy-saving techniques, such as giving the facility a reflective roof to cut down on cooling needs, and making use of large windows for natural lighting, seem more indicative of common sense than technological progress. Yet other decisions, such as making heavy use of virtualization to achieve process density, required more technological forethought.
To ensure such wide-ranging ideas were brought to the table when planning the center, Allstate assembled a cross disciplinary team that included representatives from the facilities, real estate, engineering and IT departments, said Brandi Landreth, the carrier's director of data center strategy.
Data centers, by their very nature, tend to be power-hungry, but our team has worked diligently to create a fundamentally different model that will allow us to significantly reduce our projected energy consumption," added Catherine Brune, SVP and CIO of Allstate.
Speaking in the middle of the facility's 14,000 square-feet of raised floor space, Brune, noted that the "clean-slate" aspect of the build enabled planners to step back and assess what was really required for the center, as to discard the extraneous. The "remnants" are quite impressive: rack upon rack of energy-efficient servers running applications are lined up next to storage areas networks (capable of storing 2.5 petabytes of data) in a grid pattern. In the next room, monolithic chillers are humming away to keep the room at a constant temperature, down stairs rooms are dedicated for a battery bank and the uninterruptible power supply, and outback sit three house-sized generators capable of producing 7.5 million watts.
That the facility is set to receive LEED Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, is noteworthy in its own right. Moreover, the building had to make economic sense before getting the green light, Anthony Abbattista, VP of technology solutions, stressed to INN editors in attendance.
The Rochelle data center will consume six megawatts, instead of 27 megawatts for comparable facility. With electricity and cooling costs often consuming the majority of a data centers budget, the saving spawned by the efficiency measures will buoy the company's bottom line and offer it a competitive advantage over competitors operating comparatively inefficient data centers. Abbattista also proudly noted the facility came in on budget.
The opening of Rochelle facility is part of a larger efficiency initiative at Allstate. The company is consolidating all data center operations into two facilities, the Rochelle facility and a data center in Hudson, Ohio. Abbattista said many of the lessons learned in the conception and construction of the Rochelle facility can be readily applied as retrofits are made at the Hudson facility.
This is not to say things will remain static at Rochelle. The data center is situated in a 160-acre business park and has ample room for expansion. Landreth says the company will also explore fitting the roof with photovoltaic panels as the technology improves. Nearby wind farms may also help power the facility in 2010.
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John and Mary ABLITT (or ABLETT) from Ipswich, Suffolk
I've not posted before on this surname, but am now trying to research my ABLITT/ABLETT ancestors.
My 3 x great grandparents were John ABLITT and Mary.
My John ABBLITT was already dead by the 1851 census.I have no information about his place or date of birth, but would suspect Suffolk, probably in the 1790s.
His widow, Mary ABLITT (sometimes ABLETT), can be seen in all censuses between 1851 and 1881, living in Ipswich, Suffolk.She always shows as born in Ireland, (no further place given, unfortunately), with an indicated birth year of around 1793 to 1795.She appears to have died in Ipswich in 1882.
She had three daughters (at least), all born Ipswich area.
Ellen (b abt 1826) - my ancestor
Elizabeth (b abt 1832)
Susanna (b abt 1837)
Based on these dates, the IGI shows what could be a possible marriage for John and Mary….
26th April 1825, Coddenham, Suffolk - John ABLITT to Mary BANYARD
But I have no other evidence that this could be the one - simply the date looks about right, and Coddenham is only about 8 miles from Ipswich.
John ABLITT is declared as having been a maltster in multiple sources.
From various posts I've seen another John ABLITT born at a similar time ended up as a deportee to Australia - but he is clearly different from my John ABBLITT.
I'd obviously be delighted to contact anybody who can shed any further light on my ABLITTs
Many thanks,
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It only makes sense that employees who work for a mass media conglomerate get entertainment perks.
Comcast employees in serviceable areas get free XFINITY TV and Internet services, as well as discounted voice and home options — an annual savings of about $3,000, the cable giant says. Employees also get discounted tickets to the Universal Orlando and Hollywood theme parks, as well as 20% off Fandango gift cards.
It's more than just fun perks. Comcast's robust benefits package includes medical, dental and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, child and eldercare resources and adoption assistance.
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Consisting of members Casey Anderson, Scott Cazan, Clay Chaplin, David Paha, and Stephanie Smith, Bitpanic is a computer music collective based in Los Angeles that explores networked compositional systems, experimental sound practices, and improvisation. The group follows and extends the computer music lineage pioneered by The Hub, with current members who are former students and colleagues of The Hub co-founder Mark Trayle.
The program also includes pianist Aron Kallay, percussionist Yuri Inoo, and bassist Scott Worthington performing new works by Caroline Louise Miller and Isaac Schankler.
The Deep State – Schankler/Worthington (2017)
Scott Worthington, bass
Isaac Schankler, electronics
Elliptic – Caroline Louise Miller (2012)
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Pins and Splits – Mark Trayle (2004)
Improvisation – Bitpanic (2017)
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Monday, November 26, 2007
Is Blogging Necessary?
In essence blogs are no different from other marketing channels. Blogs are designed to deliver results, position you and your company and establish credibility. Some of the primary reasons to have a blog and to blog are to build expert status, reach a global market, increase customer and media relations, keep your market informed on what is happening with your company and industry, establish market perception and rank high on the Search Engines.
Determine the Purpose
Are you blogging because this is the latest and greatest fun idea someone on your team thought of or is this a viable part of your overall branding and marketing strategy? If a blog is simply another whimsical idea, you are likely blogging for the wrong reason. If, on the other hand, this is a part of your overall marketing strategy make sure you are strategic in your process.
Blog Consistently
To be effective you need to blog on a fairly regular basis. Your postings can be short, but need to be relative to your purpose. Many bloggers post information from other sites as a way to keep their readers informed on a particular topic. When you post information from another resource you absolutely must reference where you got the information from.
You can blog about new product releases, plans your company has, articles of interest and even what your competition is up to. The more valuable the information the more you will build a dedicated readership.
Driving Visitors
There are a number of effective ways to get people to view your blog. One is to use key words relative to your market and industry. Whenever you post something you want to include those key words.
Next you can announce your blog in your company newsletter, through media releases, to your current opt-in subscribers and in any advertising you do.
You can add your blog address to your outgoing email messages by way of your sig (signature) file that you use at the end of your email messages.
Another option is to write articles specific to your market and industry. Add a resource box at the end of your article with a link back to your blog. If your article is perceived to have high value there is a very good chance readers will visit your blog.
Most importantly is to make the blog postings valuable to the readers. If the information doesn't hold their interest they will have no reason to return.
The more valuable your readers find your information the more likely it will be that they turn into loyal readers.
Make It Easy for People to Subscribe
By offering readers the chance to subscribe to your blog the more likely it will be for them to continue to read your information. Make it easy for people to sign up for your blog. You can add what are known as blog buttons also known as chiclets. You can also add a simple sign up form by visiting FeedBlitz.com and FeedBurner.com. This allows people to subscribe to the feed and receive updates as you add new content to your blog.
Keywords are a way to improve your search engine ranking. Choosing the right words for your products, services, industry or market is extremely important. Keywords are what lead search engines to your blog. The more targeted your list the more effective your postings.
Analyze your business and your market. Think of any words that your readers might be search on to find you that relate to your company, industry, product or service.
The way to narrow your target words down is to use a keyword selector tool. A reliable selector tool will help you to narrow the search by indicating how often people search on specific word combinations.
In Conclusion
Blogging will create great opportunities when done correctly, consistently and conscientiously.
Kathleen Gage is an Internet Marketing Advisor for Speakers, Trainers, Authors, Consultants and Entrepreneurs. Access her eBook The Truth about Making Money on the Internet at http://www.streetsmartsmarketing.com/free-ebook.htm
9 comments:
- Gamy Rachel said...
Hi Kathleen,
Thank you for the good tips on blogging.
I have stumbled your post
and reviewed
Blessings :)
- Kathleen Gage said...
Thanks Gamy. You're the best.
- Joe Pulizzi said...
Kathleen...excellent post. Most businesses do not understand the value of a consistent, purposeful blog.
- Kathleen Gage said...
You're so right Joe. The area that most companies let slip is in the consistency. Blogging, as with any aspect of reaching out to one's market, requires a consistent, ongoing approach.
Thanks for your comments.
- CG Walters said...
Thank you, Kathleen, for some excellent advice.
Peace and wonder,
- Kathleen Gage said...
Hey CG,
You are most welcome. Two women I have learned some great blogging information from are Patsi Krakoff and Denise Wakeman aka The Blog Squad. Actually, we found we had many similar marketing beliefs, we decided to host a free teleseminar on December 17th. If you would like to join us please visit
Have a great day.
Kathleen Gage
- Yvonne said...
Hi Kathleen,
Most folks are afraid of blogging because it harkens back to their high school days of writing term papers.
If business owners can accept that it's a conversation, not a report, they may be able to understand it's potential better.
Thanks for the great post.
Yvonne DiVita
- Kathleen Gage said...
Hi Yvonne,
You are so correct. Blogs are a great way to share ideas, have interactive communication and build one's network.
Thanks for your comments.
Kathleen Gage
- Rakesh said...
yup. I really belive in true power of blogging :)


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Edward: Had a terrific lunch at Torinos on Thursday — squid ink tagliatelle with mussels, clams, shrimp and calamari. Pasta: delicious. Broth: delicious. Seafood: perfectly cooked. CAN RECOMMEND.
A quick plug for our favorite restaurant: Torinos is celebrating its 3rd birthday on Thursday, May 23rd (which is also Chef Maxime's birthday) with a special community table dinner. Five courses, each paired with different wines. The lineup:
Antipasto Platter: prosciutto, speck, salame, grilled eggplant, grilled zucchini, bell peppers tonnato, fried pecorino romano ravioli, garbanzo bean fries, bacalao, fried calamari
Wines: Chianti "Il Vescovado" and Chenin Blanc from Gruet Winery
Beef Cheeks Rotolo: hand made rolled pasta with braised beef cheeks, topped wth red wine sauce and gratinee parmigiano
Wine: Prine Rosso from Puglia
Lobster Pappardelle: hand made pasta served with lobster
Wine: Pinot Grigio "Conti delle Venezie"
Pollo al Limone: braised chicken with olive niçoises and lemon
Wine: "Whispering Angel" Rosé
"Fragoletto": Maxime's birthday cake
Wine: Prosecco Pulcinella
$67 per guest, not including gratuity.
The special dinners at Torinos are always a great time, and the food is spectacular. 505-797-4491.


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This weekend, I made some changes to my bedroom layout.
I swapped a wardrobe I was barely using (the one covered in white paper in the photo above — it was mostly filled with linens that aren't mine) for a section of a couch my host family wasn't using. I'd had the idea for some time, but I was nervous to approach my host family about the change. I didn't want to come across as ungrateful or demanding. However, after several months of observation, I determined that they NEVER use the couch.
The first floor of our house has two rooms — mine, and an unfinished storage space. The couch (perfectly comfortable and attractive) sits in there, untouched and alone.
My deciding moment happened two weeks ago. The power was out for four hours in the evening. After sitting hunched in my desk chair in the cold and the dark, I decided a nice, cozy seat in my room would be a huge help in facing the winter. A few days later, I screwed up my courage and asked my host dad if we could make the swap. He said yes!
This Saturday, when my host brother was home from university, we moved the furniture. I am much happier with this arrangement. 🙂
It's funny … living with a host family is like a throwback to dorm living. My entire life is crammed into one room, I share a bathroom, and meals are provided for me. The top of my wardrobe serves as a pantry (thanks for sending all the American food, guys!), and my décor consists of pictures of my friends and family, and cards from the aforementioned friends and family.
I really like my room. It's got nice floors and big windows. Major bonus: The bed ranks in the Top Three Most Comfortable Beds I Have Ever Slept In (the others being my bed at my parents' house, and the bed I usually sleep in when I visit my best friend's parents in Minnesota).
[Side note: I keep debating whether to buy a bigger quilt for my bed, but I think the smaller one actually keeps me warmer.]
Assuming nothing dramatic happens, this will be my home for the next year and a half. I think it's important for the space to feel like mine. I'm really happy with the changes!


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The Will County Health Department has been serving the needs of a growing population since 1946. We provide comprehensive public health programs, behavioral health resources, and primary health care and dental services at facilities located in Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Monee. Our mission is to prevent disease and promote a healthier environment for all.
This redesigned website has been created with the visitor in mind. Whether you are a serious student of public health, or a first-time browser, we believe you will find something that will peak your curiosity.
Please visit us anytime. We are the community's public health resource.
Susan Olenek, BS, PHR
Executive Director
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Director, Administrative Services
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It's the dream of every player and referee to step out on to the hallowed turf of Wembley. AASMA DAY talks to Natalie Aspinall who will see her dreams become reality this Saturday when she is assistant referee at the Women's FA Cup Final. She talks about life juggling being a football referee, mum and lecturer.
Like most teenage girls, Natalie Walker longed for a bit of extra pocket money to splurge on clothes or going out with friends.
Around the age of 14, Natalie's friends began taking up paper rounds to earn some money, but Natalie was averse to the idea of getting up so early in the morning.
When she realised she could earn the same money as a paper round by refereeing for an hour on a Sunday morning, she jumped at the chance and admits she entered the profession purely for mercenary reasons.
Little did she know refereeing would have her hooked and become a natural part of her life.
Laughing, Natalie, 33, who lives in Blackpool and is now Natalie Aspinall and married to Richard, "About the age of 14, all my friends were doing paper rounds to earn a bit of extra money.
"They were getting up at silly times of the morning to earn a few quid.
"I'm not a morning person and didn't fancy that at all, although I liked the idea of a bit of extra money.
"My dad William Walker was a referee in Blackpool and the North West. He did it for 25 years but has now retired.
"My dad told me I could referee for an hour on a Sunday morning and earn the same as a paper round.
"I remember I earned £12 for refereeing at that time.
"Being a 14-year-old girl, I spent the money I earned from refereeing on clothes, going out with my friends and little luxuries."
Natalie, who has a younger brother and sister, grew up being heavily involved in sports from a young age and was always very sporty at school.
She explains: "We did dancing, swimming, athletics – everything. I did athletics, 100m, 200m, netball and badminton. Me and my brother and sister were out every night at different sports clubs and we loved it.
"However, when I was growing up, girls didn't really play football. I remember playing a little bit of football at high school, but it was nothing like it is now.
"When I began refereeing, I knew nothing about football."
Jokingly, Natalie adds: "Some people might say I still don't!"
To get into refereeing, Natalie did a course at Blackpool Referee Society where she was taught the laws of the game.
She then started refereeing children's football games in the local leagues and did under 12s and under 10s matches.
Natalie admits she did encounter some resistance within clubs and leagues from people who didn't want her to be a referee simply because she was a woman.
She says: "There were no other female referees in Blackpool or maybe even in the county at that time.
"It was just so different 20 years ago to see a female referee.
"Some people found it hard to accept because it was something different to what they were used to.
"But having opposition just made me even more determined and gave me the drive to carry on.
"Nowadays, people are a lot more aware of female football referees.
"There are more of us and it is more acceptable.
"There are around 1,000 registered female football referees in England now. But it is still a tiny percentage compared to men."
Even today, Natalie confesses she still gets the odd remark about her being a woman referee when the results don't go the way people want them to.
However, she simply shrugs them off and has learned not to take it personally.
She explains: "When you're a referee – male or female – you can't please all the people all of the time. All I can do is go out and do the job to the best of my abilities.
"If the onlookers are not happy about a decision you have made, they will find whatever is different about you and fixate on that.
"This is when the comments are directed towards you being a woman.
"But you have to remember not to take it personally and have to develop a thick skin.
"You are there as a referee and what people say to you on the football pitch isn't personal and is hopefully not what they would say to you on the street.
"Originally, I did refereeing for the money. But then I really enjoyed it and wanted to prove people wrong and show them there was a place for women in refereeing."
Natalie began watching and reading about football to learn more for her refereeing and it resulted in her becoming a football fan.
She says: "As my career has progressed, my understanding and knowledge of football has increased.
"When you're a referee, it is difficult to support a team.
"I just follow football. I'm not a diehard fan of any club."
Around the age of 16, Natalie progressed to being an assistant referee on the local men's league the West Lancashire League.
The former Highfield High School pupil naturally progressed in the refereeing world and found the referee society very supportive.
She then became a referee in the West Lancashire league.
Natalie recalls: "To be a referee in open age football was quite daunting at first.
"It was a big step up but my dad came to watch my games and supported me.
"It was a case of learning how to referee at that level.
"I did have difficult times when I experienced doubts.
"Like players, you don't always have a good game. You have good and bad experiences and have to try and remember the better ones.
"You're only human and make mistakes like anyone else.
"Every referee has doubts at some point.
"With encouragement and support from friends, I carried on refereeing.
"I am thankful I did because of how my refereeing career has gone."
In 2007, Natalie was nominated by the FA as an assistant referee for FIFA.
To referee, Natalie has to be in physical peak and to be involved in men's refereeing, she has the reach the men's fitness requirements.
As well as doing fitness tests, sprint tests and high intensity interval tests, she gets training plans sent to her by FIFA and has to wear a heart rate monitor and send the data to FIFA.
Refereeing has led to Natalie visiting many different places around the world including Canada, Japan, Chile, Iceland, Portugal, Germany, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland and Doha.
Natalie has been involved in four under 20s World Cups, two women's World Cups - the recent one in Canada and Germany four years ago - as well as Champions League games and the Euros in 2009.
Natalie is a Level 3 referee – which means she referees Evostik League matches as well as an assistant referee on the National League, the new name for the Conference.
Natalie, who works as a sports lecturer at Preston's College, says: "Refereeing is a hobby, but it is like having two jobs!
"The college are really supportive of my refereeing and give me time off when I need it."
Natalie did sports studies at Edge Hill University where she met husband Richard who was studying the same course, but was the year above her.
Natalie says: "Richard is sporty as well and has always supported my refereeing.
"He actually started refereeing himself about five years ago."
The couple decided they wanted to start a family, but didn't want to wait until Natalie's refereeing career was over. Natalie explains: "You get taken off the FIFA list at the age of 45.
"We decided to have a baby in between the two World Cups so I would have the chance to train and get selected for Canada.
"We were very fortunate it worked out as planned."
Natalie had her daughter Emilia, now 18-months-old, in January 2014 and instantly fell in love with her.
Natalie says: "Your life changes after having a baby as your priorities change.
"It is about finding ways to adapt and still do the things you want to do.
"I feel it is important to have your own thing as well as being a mum. For me, that 'thing' is refereeing.
"I have always been very driven and focused so knew I would make it work."
During her pregnancy, Natalie trained to keep her fitness levels up and did a lot of swimming.
Natalie knew she wanted to get to the World Cup and one of the selection criteria was to go to an under 20s World Cup in 2014.
So her aim after having Emilia was to get chosen for the Under 20s in Canada.
Natalie says: "I followed a training plan to get back into running and gradually built up.
"I used to push the pram with Emilia in it along the promenade to do my running and build back my fitness.
"Three months after having Emilia, I was selected for the Under 20s World Cup in Canada.
"I did some games to get back into refereeing before the tournament last August and by the September, I was back to football refereeing."
Natalie's life is very full as she juggles refereeing with being a lecturer, training and being a mum.
She can be appointed to a game on a Tuesday evening, a Saturday and to a women's football match on a Sunday.
But Natalie says she wouldn't change it for the world and refereeing is now part of her life.
She explains: "I get to experience different countries and cultures and have made some great friends all around the world.
"When I'm refereeing, I am representing the country and that makes me proud.
"Refereeing is part of my life and just what I do. I have done it for so long, it is normal for me.
"If I didn't referee, I would be lost and need something to replace it."
This Saturday, on August 1, Natalie will be assistant referee at Wembley at the Women's FA Cup Final between Chelsea Ladies and Notts County Ladies FC.
Natalie is extremely excited at the prospect of refereeing at Wembley and her family will be going to watch and support her.
Natalie, who was assistant referee at the Cup Final in 2004 and referee in 2012 says: "I can't wait as it is every player and referee's dream to step out at Wembley.
"To have the opportunity to be involved in our top women's competition at Wembley is fantastic.
"I am very lucky to have had a great refereeing career.
"I'm proud of what I have achieved and hope I can inspire other girls and women to go into refereeing and sports and show them there is a place for women in football."
Gazing adoringly at Emilia, Natalie adds: "Hopefully, my daughter will be proud of me.
"Emilia is brilliant. She is my little buddy and her personality is really developing.
"She is funny, cheeky and giggly.
"I go swimming with her regularly and she loves kicking a football about.
"Who knows, I may have a little footballer on my hands!"


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Bots, voice assistants and drones are a few of the solutions Delta's global innovation center is testing to improve customer experience.
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Myanmar Permit to Trade
Foreign companies must obtain a permit to trade (Permit to Trade) before they can commence operations in Myanmar. Permits to Trade are issued by the Directorate of Company Administration (DICA). A company should apply for a Permit to Trade once its proposed name has initially been approved by the companies registration office but prior to applying for actual company registration.
Required Documentation
The application for a Permit to Trade must be accompanied by the following documents:-
- Required particulars entered in Form A of the Myanmar Companies Regulation, 1957
- Drafts of the company's memorandum and articles of association or equivalent constitutional documents
- Duly completed questionnaire form prescribed by the Capital Structure Committee of the Ministry of National Planning and Economic Development
- List of economic activities intended to be performed in Myanmar (and permission from the relevant Ministry if any)
- Estimated expenditures to be incurred in Myanmar for the first year of the operation
In the case of a foreign branch the following must also be provided:-
- Instead of drafts of the memorandum and articles of association, a copy of the foreign company's memorandum and articles of association or other constitutional documents notarised by the Myanmar Embassy concerned in the country where the company is incorporated
- Copies of the foreign company's balance sheet and profit and loss accounts for the last two financial years
- Where the memorandum and articles of association and equivalent documents are not in English in the original, authentication of the translation into English
Directorate of Company Administration
The DICA will issue the Permit to Trade after considering the recommendation of the Capital Structure Committee formed to review applications in Form A, and to submit its recommendations to the Minister of Trade, whose decision to issue or not to issue is final.
After the amount of capital is fixed and prescribed, the Capital Structure Committee will make recommendation to the Minister for Trade for the issue of a Permit to Trade. The form of Permit will be Form 1 set out in the Third Schedule of the Myanmar Companies Act.
The conditions which under which a Permit is granted are attached to the Permit, and are listed. The conditions may be amended if a company makes any alterations in its Memorandum and Articles of Association, or its constitution. Otherwise the conditions cannot normally be amended during the term of the Permit.
The Permit to Trade will be for a fixed period which, under normal circumstances, is one year from the date of issue of the Permit. However, it is renewable.
Renewal of Permit to Trade
Applications to renew Permit(s) to Trade are to be made thirty (30) days prior to the date of expiry .
In the case of a renewal the same procedure relating to the issue of a new Permit to Trade as outlined above should be followed wherever applicable. In addition the following requirements are also to be complied with:
- Documentary evidence must be submitted relating to the last completed year of assessment, taxes paid, and returns of pending assessments and advance tax paid under the Myanmar Tax Laws on the profits of business (not income tax and other taxes paid on imported equipment, etc.)
- Any alteration to the Memorandum and Articles of Association should also be notified.
- A certified statement that the conditions under which the last Permit to Trade was granted have been fully complied with.
- Form of certificate to be attached to the application for renewal as regards Issued and Paid Up Capital or Head office Fixed Capital Account prescribed by the Ministry of Trade.
- Myanmar Balance Sheets and Profit and Loss Accounts for the last two years, duly audited by a Registered Accountant or a Certified Public Accountant as provided in the Myanmar Companies Act, must be attached to the application.
Cancellation or suspension of Permit to Trade
A Permit to Trade may be cancelled or suspended at any time if the foreign branch/company or any of its officers or agents, knowingly commits any of the following:
- an offence under the Myanmar Tax Laws;
- an offence under the Foreign Exchange Regulations Act 1947;
- any other offence in respect of which the company is liable to punishment under any law for the time in force; and
- breach of any of the conditions provided in the Permit.
Every foreign company must surrender the Permit to the authorities concerned and notify such surrender to the Registrar within one month after the commencement of the winding up of the company or closing down of the branch.


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Building a New Kind of Car
Two guys sat down for lunch in the office cafeteria. "Hey, whatever happened to Pete in payroll?" one asked.
"He got this harebrained notion he was going to build a new kind of car," his co-worker replied.
"How was he going to do it?"
"He took an engine from a Pontiac, tires from a Chevy, seats from a Lincoln, hubcaps from a Caddy and, well, you get the idea."
"So what did he end up with?"
"Ten years to life."Next >>
(Thanks to James A Young for the cartoon)
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Miss Universe's Secret - What supermodel Jennifer Hawkins fiance Jake Wall has seen that the rest of us haven't
Tourist, meet Australians - If you don't understand Australians before you read this then you will when you have finished reading it. Aussies often refuse to take things seriously. It's a national trait.
Is She SERIOUS???? - Is this girl serious? or is the American school system worse than we ever feared
A Wife's Consent - For sale ...
Financial definitions for a difficult era - In these difficult financial times, many words have changed their definitions to match the situation. As the world changes, these are the new meanings for familiar financial terms.
A Man's Answer to Every Question a Woman Ever Asks - Here it is - now women can understand men, thanks to the thoughtful contribution of a listener who for reasons unknown to us wanted to remain anonymous.
Future of Nursery Rhymes - All parents need to know a good selection of nursery rhymes to teach their children - here are some well known ones, updated. Thanks to Steve Wilkins for passing this one on to us.
How to rope a deer - How to catch, groom and eat a deer in your own back yard. Thanks to Kenneth Martin for sending us this wonderful story that has amused us all at Music from Foggy Hollow all week.
Letter from a Kentucky farm kid - Letter from a young Marine recruit in boot camp in San Diego to parents about life in the military.
The difference between men and women - Corky Dow, a regular listener sent us this wonderful piece illustrating the difference between men and women. A classic!
New rules of this office - The management is tired of the slacking going on in this office, and therefore we have implemented a few new policies to improve efficiency and eliminate some fo the unreasonable work practices that have crept in over the years because of the too-relaxed management style in the past.
Send us a Joke - Share your humour (G-RATED PLEASE!) with the rest of the listening audience. If it's funny, we haven't heard it too many times before and passes the 'would I tell it to my mother?' test, we'll probably use it on the show.


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In my last post I asked with regard to photogravure: "Are there any shortcuts that work?".
I'm happy to report that there is a shortcut, and it's called … (more…)
This will be a rather longish and heavily pictured post about my first experiences with the photogravure process. My son and I have been going through it once now from start to finish, the results being unimpressive but instructive.
One word of warning: if you're an experienced printer and don't like to see amateurish behaviour and cruel use of materials, stop reading now!
That being said, we'll start quite harmless:
These were easily made from the medium format negative on 5×7 inch Adox halftone sheet film, developed in Tetenal Eukobrom.
Just in from the darkroom: One of the first presentable pictures out of the Nikon S3 LEB. Of course, it is not one from the Japanese Garden in Bad Langensalza as I promised earlier. You can't barge into a japanese garden with little time and failing light and expect to come back with a masterpiece.
Instead, the print in the picture below is part of an ongoing project called "Pattern Recognition".
Sorry for the harsh flash on the print hanging on my probatory wall! In the original print, I can make out some characteristics of this camera's Nikkor-S f/1.4 50 mm lens that I quite like. Even at f/1.4, it is sharp to the corners, the bokeh is smooth and the highlights have a certain glow. My apologies to Solms!
Updated the generic blogroll. Put some choice blogs and the APUG forums there, so that you can waste your time the same way I do, if that's your desire. No really, all links are well worth visiting! And now for something completly different: a man reading a book. In my case, it's Copper Plate Photogravure, Demystifying The Process, by David Morrish & Marlene MacCallum. The printing press has yet to arrive from the builder, but I'm already a bit less mystified.
Look what was in the mail yesterday! A 2002 reissue of a classical Nikon rangefinder camera I got on Ebay for quite a bargain. Not really in mint, unused condition, but that's ok, I was going to use it anyway. As is befitting of a camera of this provenience, today I'm going to take it to the Japanese Garden in Bad Langensalza and gather some impressions with it. More on the experiences with this camera when I make some.


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Over 50 years of Experience as a Breeder.
Only Quality, Breeds Quality
Andrew McBride's Sky High Loft, has consistently been Ontario's premier breeder of Pure White Racing Pigeons.
Today's bloodlines are a careful blend of White Logan/Janssen/Delbar/Mortvedt pigeons.
''Quality Over Quantity''
For many years Sky High pigeons have been highly sought after by White Dove Release Businesses, and have been raced by many fanciers across North America.
All birds are CPFA banded, health tested, and vaccinated.
Birds For Sale
(Now Booking Young Birds for 2019 Season)
A few late bred young birds will be available later in the season.
Satisfaction assured. Visitors and inquiries, always welcome. (Delivery to different parts of Ontario can often be arranged)
Advice and guidance is always freely given.


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Discussion in 'Social Networking Sites' started by bi0later, May 7, 2013.
How would you blow up a record label?
A lot of work and a very diverse marketing strategy. Prob not gonna get any MIND-BLOWING freebies here, but be sure to not put all your eggs in one basket.
Have good unique music. Not generic pop shit or whatever everyone else is doing on youtube and soundcloud
Truck full of fertilizer + diesel. Oklahoma city style.
Other than that, just spam the hell out of the individual tracks. Youtube + facebook. Guess you have a marketing budget. Buy services, test which ones work. Then buy more of the services that work.
TNT might help.
Separate names with a comma.


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I wanted to call it Roast Beef 2- Electric Boogaloo, but I am unsure as to the crossover between amateur cooking and early hip hop cinema. I hope it's a huge cross section, but suspect it may just be me…
I do enjoy a roast joint. This is a more Mediterranean inspired mix than my last, but as ever with roasts, I've tried to keep it hearty, as that's 90% of the point of a nice roast, to my mind.
I can't remember the provenance of the beef marinade. It's pretty clever and not my idea, but the soy and balsamic breaks down the sinews of the meat and makes it very tender.
The risotto is an adaptation of a Gordon Ramsay recipe, but I like to use dried wild mushrooms, as they are actually obtainable from most supermarkets (not all of us are blessed with nearby Organic Superstores), and the liquid from rehydrating these adds an extra kick to the flavour.
Serves 2 or 3
500g beef joint
1tbsp balsamic vinegar
1tbsp olive oil
1tbsp soy sauce
A few sprigs of thyme
Black pepper
2 courgettes
100g arborio risotto rice
30g dried wild mushrooms
300 ml chicken stock
Fresh basil
75ml nice white wine
1tbsp lemon juice
Mix the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, thyme and pepper in a small bowl. Place the beef joint in the roasting tin, on top of a large freezer bag turned inside out. Slather the balsamic mix all over. If you don't have much time to let it marinate, go a bit Norman Bates and stab the joint a few times. Turn the bag inside out, seal it up and stick it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Ideally overnight.
All done? Set the oven to 220c. As it heats up, cut the top and tail off the courgettes, and lay them cut face up in a roasting dish. Scatter over basil, a dash of oil and the lemon juice, and bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
10 minutes in, add the beef too, boil the kettle, and add the mushrooms to a large mug, and pour enough hot water to just cover the shrooms.
When the courgettes are done, turn the oven down to 130c, remove the courgettes, and as they cool, dice them into 1/4 cm pieces.
Now you're just waiting on the beef. Should be about 35 minutes, plus 35 for every 500g. As I've said a few times, better to do it by temperature. 50c is rare, 65c medium and anything over that you should probably be a vegetarian because you clearly dislike meat. When you have about 20 minutes to go, you should start on the risotto. It takes about 30, so remove the beef to rest towards the end.
First, drain the liquid from the mushrooms into the stock. Chop them up a little, and if you so desire, cook them for 2-3 minutes in some butter over a high heat. Not a vital step, but tasty nonetheless.
Heat a very little olive oil in a medium saucepan, and add the rice, stirring constantly, for about a minute. Pour on the white wine, and continue stirring. Let it boil down to next to nothing, then add about 50 ml of stock. Continue stirring. As it boils down, repeat. And continue stirring.
When you're down to the last batch of stock, add the chopped courgettes and mushrooms, and stir these in too (you can't over stir a risotto) to reheat. Add the cheese and melt it through. It's ready when it looks mostly cooked out and gooey.
Serve up and enjoy.


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Another year is under way at the Yurt with a whole bunch of happy children. Following are some wonderful pictures from a day in the life of a Stowel Lake Farm Yurt Program kid. Enjoy!
A glimpse into the Yurt Program
By Stowel Lake Farm
By Stowel Lake Farm
How can someone become involved in this as a teacher?


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Don't Price Me, I'm Nothing.
Lock me in a cellar and I'll claw my way out,
birth blood from my fingers; gasp air from the gods.
Trap me in a wine bottle, I'll drill through the cork,
when my belly is full and my teeth are stained dark.
Give me a mirror i'll smother it in paint,
since I can't use my mind when it's wrapped in my face.
Hold me at ransom, I'll swallow the telephone,
don't price me, I'm nothing, don't price me, I'm nothing.
My soul scrapes the pavement while running away,
can't hammer my body in a place it will stay.
Cast me in tarmac, a statue of road,
park trucks on my madness so it has nowhere to go.
I yawn at the sun and I cry with the moon
while tree roots creep slowly, leaves wither slowly.
Carve me in bark so I know my own shape,
as my trunk breathes alive as my branches burst veins.
I look into mirrors but only see ghosts with guns in their hands.
Call me a name and I'll be at its birthplace,
call me a name and I'll burst from its loins,
call me a name and I'll bury its bones
but don't ask me to spell it, I'll get it all wrong
the smoke screen of death can't be moved by a song
and no fairy lights will make visions appear.
No fairy lights will make visions appear.