text:
Love seeing photos of Killearn? Then check out our Flickr Group. Which of course, anyone can add photos to! Just upload them to Flickr, then add them to our group! 🙂
The star of new movie King Arthur: Legend of the Sword has told of being "very excited" when told scenes were to be shot in the Scottish Highlands.
Locations for the Guy Ritchie-directed movie included near the Bealach na Bà, a pass in Applecross, and Devil's Pulpit, near Killearn.
Read it on the BBC News website.
A woman who left New Stevenston more than 50 years ago to pursue a nursing career is trying to reconnect with some childhood friends.
Betty Astle moved from Newarthill to Wrangholm Drive during third year at Dalziel High and became good friends with Theresa McDaid and Ray Reid before beginning her training at Killearn Hospital in 1962.
Read it on the Motherwell Times website.
Traffic problems have been reported at a beauty spot made more popular after featuring in a television blockbuster.
Issues involving dangerous and illegal parking at the Devil's Pulpit, off the A809, near Killearn, were raised at the village's community council.
Read it on the Daily Record website.
Over 50 people don't want the historic former Black Bull Hotel in Killearn to be bulldozed to make way for flats.
A total of 57, out of 61, are opposed to a planning application for 17 flats on the site.
Read it on the Milngavie Herald website.
A heartbroken Stirlingshire family have consulted dog behaviour experts in desperate bid find their missing pet.
The McArthur family's two-year-old working cocker spaniel Maisie disappeared on her walk at the end of March, having last been seen in a field between Killearn Glen and Drumbeg Loan.
Read it on the Milngavie Herald website.
A distraught family are looking for help to find their beloved pet dog Maisie, who has been missing for three weeks.
The McArthur family's working cocker disappeared on her walk in Killearn on a sunny Monday morning at the end of March.
Read it on the Milngavie Herald website.
If you have any information go to the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/findmissingmaisie/.
The campaign comes in the run-up to the release of the Guy Ritchie film King Arthur: Legend of the Sword in May.
Scenes from Scotland in the movie include the Devil's Pulpit, near Killearn, and The Bealach at Applecross.
Read it on the BBC News website.
Sir Arnold Clark, the founder of Britain's biggest independent group of car dealerships, has died at the age of 89.
The billionaire was born in Glasgow, where he set up his first showroom in 1954 after leaving the RAF.
Read it on the BBC News website.
Great news even more parts of Killearn now have fibre broadband. Find out if you can get it, by checking your phone number @ dslchecker.bt.com.
Cabinet 1 has just gone live!


text:
JERUSALEM, July 24 (UPI)–Oscar-winning actress Natalie Portman will make her feature-length film directorial debut with "A Tale of Love and Darkness," the Jerusalem Post said.
The Israeli-American star will also act in and write the screenplay for the movie based on Amos Oz's memoir. It is about how Oz's father tried to help his mentally ill mother cope in the 1940s, E! News said.
The project is being funded by a grant from the Jerusalem Film Fund and production is to begin in January, the Post reported.
Portman won an Oscar for her work in the ballet thriller "Black Swan." She has helmed several short films, as well as a segment for the anthology movie "New York, I Love You," E! said.

subset: commoncrawl


text:
|Stardust Theatre
|Metro Centre
|Trade Routes Boutiques
|Video Arcade
|Magnum's Champagne & Wine Bar
|Pearl Club Casino
|Cagney's Steakhouse
|Six Hot Tubs
|Sports Courts
|Mandara Spa
Party the night away at the ultra-stylish Bliss Lounge. With celebrity DJs spinning chart-topping hits, tear up the floor and show us your best moves till the early hours. When you need a breather, grab a drink and take some time-out to rest those legs on a Bliss bed. Feel the electrifying beat as you venture near this nightly hotspot...this isn't one to miss.
Welcome to Norwegian Pearl's very own Vegas-style casino. No matter whether you're a total beginner or an absolute casino pro, come here for an evening of entertainment and lady luck just might be on your side. Find everything from roulette, blackjack and craps to electronic slot machines In a fabulous setting inspired by the travelling circuses of the late 19th century.
Prepare to be amazed by spellbinding performances from world-class magicians where for days you'll be left wondering 'how did they do that?'. Witness objects disappearing and reappearing in a different place and other amazing feats which simply can't be explained, this show will turn even the most skeptical into believers. Add a dash of comedy and you've got one spectacular evening.
Enjoy complimentary casual dining at Indigo where classic favourites are balanced with the hottest new dishes to bring you a mouthwatering menu that changes daily. Choose from a variety of Chef's Signature Dishes where deliciously fresh ingredients create some of the finest flavours on the seas, all served in a colourful contemporary setting.
Feast on flavours from the Far East at this authentic Japanese Hibachi restaurant. Join other guests around a lively shared table as world-class chefs skillfully prepare, slice and grill your meal on large silver hot plates before your eyes. Sip on a sake-infused Wasabi cocktail as you watch a spectacle of flying shrimp, twirling knives and onion volcanoes all around.
Step into this Irish/American pub-style eatery and feel the welcoming atmosphere as you dine on hearty comfort food. Serving everything from chicken pot pie to fish n' chips, and daily dinner specials like prime rib and steak pie, enjoy delicious food and beer on tap 24-hours a day. Top off your meal with a game of billiards or darts and catch live sports on the two-story TV screen.
If you're after an authentic Brazilian BBQ experience then look no further than Moderno. This fabulous steakhouse lets you feast on freshly cooked meats brought straight to you from the BBQ and carved tableside by traditional Pasadores. To accompany your meal, you'll find an impressive buffet of salads, imported cheese, flavoured olives and cured meats.
Score a strike on the seas at Norwegian Pearl's four-lane bowling alley. Perfect for an evening of fun or a quick game during the day, grab a cocktail and put your bowling technique to the test. With funky lighting and neon coloured bowling balls, guests aged 6 and over will find plenty of fun at this exceptionally priced attraction.
Slip into total serenity at the Spa Thermal Suite. Provided to help guests completely refresh and rejuvenate, indulge in a host of therapies to help relax the muscles and detoxify your body. Sooth joints and alleviate pains in the steam room, feel the weightless kneading effect of water in the Thalasso Therapy Pool and cleanse your skin with a session in the sauna.
With a variety of sports courts and equipment available on-board Norwegian Pearl, you can give your competitive side a workout with friends and family. Shoot some hoops or score your own slam dunk on the basketball court, practice your serve and perfect your backhand on the tennis courts or get in some cardio with an energetic game of volleyball.
Providing plenty of fun for the little ones and supervised by qualified professionals, the Splash Academy lets kids do what they do best...be kids! There's tons of open space for fun games, they can get creative with arts and crafts days and even get into character at fantastic theme days. In fact, they'll be having so much fun they probably won't want to leave!
Nick Koernich
Tim Barlow
Natalie Cheryle
Amanda Crumblehulme
The Knight Family
Rowena Mcintosh
Fiona Page
Tracy Charman
We are one of the only UK tour operators to have a team based in Kissimmee, Orlando.
Our friendly team are available to all of our guests travelling to the USA, offering support, help, advice and a friendly face to anyone who needs it. Our team in Kissimmee includes locals, who can give you tips on the best places to shop or dine and British Expats who know the importance of a good cup of tea!
If you are staying in one of our villas, head to our Welcome Centre first where one of the team will give you your keys, directions and all the information you need to make your stay perfect.


text:
The Gospel
Two Ways to Live
The message at the heart of Christianity is really quite simple – simple enough to be outlined in a few pages
This is the Gospel
A short video by Matt Chandler on what the gospel is
Acts 29
About Acts 29
Gospel Church is part of Acts 29
Bible Gateway
A searchable online Bible
Desiring God
God-Centred resources from the Ministry of John Piper
Matthias Media
Resources for growing disciple-making disciples
9 Marks
Resources for building healthy churches and solid church leadership
The Gospel Coalition
A fellowship of evangelical churches deeply committed to renewing our faith in the gospel of Christ and to reforming our ministry practices to conform fully to the Scriptures
The Village Church
The Village Church exists to bring glory to God by making disciples through gospel-centered worship, community, service and multiplication
Reformers Bookshop
Buy online from this great reformed Australian bookstore. Well priced and fast delivery.
Be equipped and encouraged with this free vast online library of solid Christian resources – both historic and new
Christian Artists
Chris Tomlin
Chris Tomlin is an American contemporary Christian music artist, worship leader, and songwriter
Lecrae, is an American Christian hip hop artist and ministry leader
Shai Linne
Shai Linne is an American East Coast Christian rapper
Sons of Korah
The Psalms put back to music by a great Aussie band
Sovereign Grace Music
A large catalogue of albums which explore Scripture's theological riches in catchy tunes
Christian Counselling Educational Foundation
CCEF – restoring Christ to Counselling. Solidly biblical, a treasure trove of practical aids to help us to practically apply Scripture to life's hardships
Biblical Counselling
An Australia branch inspired by CCEF to support healthy biblical counselling in Aussie churches
Family Life Australia
Reaching Australia for Christ by strengthening marriages and turning houses into Godly homes
Focus on the Family
Parenting, relationships and marriage, life challenges, faith, entertainment and social issues
Plugged in online
Movie Reviews from Focus on the Family
The Rebelution
Teenagers rebelling against low expectations
Katoomba Christian Convention
KCC's passion is to see our nation transformed by Jesus Christ through the powerful preaching of the Bible
Western Plains Christian Conventions
Encouraging bible teaching in the Central West
Photos on this website are taken by Sam, Tyler and Andy, Jay Asper and Clare Farrelly. Website by Alice May Web Design


text:
About SFBAC-PELS
The San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the IEEE Power Electronics Society (IEEE SFBAC-PELS) is interested in the development of power electronics technology. This technology encompasses the effective use of electronic components, the application of circuit theory and design techniques, and the development of analytical tools toward efficient electronic conversion, control, and conditioning of electric power.
Employment Opportunities


text:
Want to work at Help Center?
In order to work at Help Center, you must be an undergraduate student at University of Maryland, College Park. During the fall and spring semesters, Help Center has interviews – be on the lookout for flyers on how to sign up for a interview or call and schedule one at the beginning of either semester! In order to interview you must be a freshman or sophomore.
Want to support Help Center?
In order to keep our services running, we have some expenses we need to meet. If you are interested in donating to Help Center, please follow this link. Thank you so much!
Spread the word!
Help Center is always looking to spread the word about our services to the community. Feel free to like us on facebook or just tell those who may need someone to listen about our services!


text:
There is a level of membership investment that is right for your business.
Membership Levels and Benefits
An introductory membership for small businesses that recognize the value of belonging to the first and largest business organization in South Florida.
Up to two member representatives on one business account.
- Framed Membership Certificate
- Invitation to complimentary Chamber Connection networking receptions throughout South Florida
- Invitation to join Chamber Committees of personal or professional interest
- Opportunity to volunteer for leadership positions and participate in development of annual program of work
- Receive special member only rates for Chamber events
- Company listing in Business Directory on MiamiChamber.com
- Company name in annual Member Handbook
- Opportunity to share news or product services in weekly NewsBreak e-mail
- Access to advertising and branding opportunities of Chamber programs that target specific industries
- Members only discounts via Chamber Perks and monthly Member to Member Offers
The backbone of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, Trustees are sustaining members, have strong exposure and direct access to other corporate decision-makers.
Up to nine member representatives on one business account.
In addition to MEMBER benefits:
- Introduction of your business at a Trustee Luncheon of your choice (held the first Wednesday of each month unless noted otherwise) and commemorative photograph with Chamber Chairman and President/CEO.
- Trustee strategy and marketing session with senior management
- Invitation to complimentary Chairman Circle and Trustee Receptions
- Access to exclusive Senior Executive Orientation® events for new South Florida executives (additional $700 discounted fee per attendee)
- Opportunity to propose Chamber Perks or Member to Member Offers promoted to all Chamber members
- Ribbon-cutting opportunity with Chamber leadership
- Expanded company listing with description in Business Directory on MiamiChamber.com
Trustee Platinum
This enhanced Trustee membership is designed for high-profile companies that have multiple partners and/or executives.
Up to 15 member representatives on one business account.
In addition to MEMBER and TRUSTEE benefits:
- Preferential seating at monthly Trustee luncheons
- Speakers Bureau consideration for subject matter expertise presentations
- Opportunity to host Trustee and Chairman Circle receptions at place of business
- Invitations to VIP dignitary visitations
Chairman's Circle
The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce's most prestigious level of membership designed for companies seeking the highest access to business decision-makers.
Up to 30 member representatives on one business account.
In addition to MEMBER, TRUSTEE and TRUSTEE PLATINUM benefits:
- Annual strategy meeting with Chamber President/CEO and top management
- One representative appointed to Chamber's advisory board, Board of Governors
- Invitations to exclusive Chair's Circle events
- One representative receives complimentary admission and preferential seating to all monthly Trustee Luncheons (R.S.V.P. required)
- Registered representatives may attend all committee events on a complimentary basis (not inclusive of awards programs, summits and signature events)
- Preferred company listing with logo in Business Directory on MiamiChamber.com
- Ad on MiamiChamber.com with link to member website
- Logo displayed in Chamber office lobby
- Chair's Circle lapel pin
Grand Opening/New Business Branding Package
- One-year Membership in Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce (*includes all benefits of $820 membership)
- Chamber Proclamation in recognition of grand opening
- Chamber officiated ribbon cutting
- Chamber crafted press release with photo distributed to print media and posted on MiamiChamber.com
- Commemorative photograph
- Chamber e-newsletter post and social media mentions
- Story published in multiple Miami's Community Newspapers print editions, e-newsletter, website and Facebook page
- Framed reprint of Miami's Community Newspapers story
To sign up for our Grand Opening/New Business Branding Package, please contact Adonis Lebada ph. 305-577-5471 [email protected]


text:
Join our team! J Sherman Studio is looking for a graphic designer and business coordinator to work here at the Studio. This lucky person will support a variety of needs including design work, client communications, business development, marketing, project management, and other general Studio needs.
We are looking for a talented Jane or Jack of all trades. Someone whose right brain is as strong as their left brain. For the right person, this position has growth potential. We want to find someone who is eager to learn but also with experience they can bring to the table to help us improve and grow our business.
- BA or BFA or advanced degrees preferred
- Ability to design for print and online media
- Proficiency working with the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Docs
- Capacity to work as part of a team in an office environment
- Creative, with a strong aesthetic, and keen eye for detail
- Experience working with clients and managing relationships
- Robust writing skills and ability to write in the "voice" of the Studio
- Ability to consider and present solutions to improve workflow efficiency
- Solid organization and time management skills
- Detail oriented, punctual, and dependable
- Excellent communication, customer service, and people skills
- Must not be allergic to cats or small children
- Starting at 20 hours per week, 4-5 days a week, with room to grow
- Graphic design: create design concepts, review designs with clients and receive feedback, and maintain current projects with edits and ongoing support.
- Accounting: invoice and receive payments, coordinate with bookkeeper, and payroll administration.
- Business development: manage, maintain, and grow client relationships, scope out new projects, write proposals and project agreements, and support contracting with clients.
- Communications and marketing: write for the website, blog, newsletters, and social media.
- Project management: coordination/delivery of project schedules, seek out, assess, and partner with external vendors, printers, and resources, and maintain and update web applications like Basecamp and Harvest.
- General support: schedule meetings and appointments, photograph, organize, and maintain the Studio's library of samples.
Work environment
J Sherman Studio is a home-based business in Newton, Massachusetts. We are accessible to the Green Line and down the street from a vibrant village center. We are a small team consisting of the principal/founder, full time senior designer, and part time designer. We work hard and efficiently but have a sense of humor about our work. The Studio is located on its own floor of the house and enjoys the occasional distraction of two furry cats, a friendly and helpful husband, and two adorable children.
Please submit a PDF of your resume, cover letter, and digital portfolio to our team at email@example.com.


text:
Formerly known as books on tape
Toward the end of 2010 Mr. Mate got rid a bunch of his Audible.com credits and made his audio book choices available for my enjoyment. Since then I've listened to "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis, "Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World" by Jack Weatherford, "Zodiac" by Robert Graysmith, and am currently 8 hours into the 40+ hour "Washington A Life" by Ron Chernow.
When do I listen you ask? While printing of course!
It turns out that printing is a great time for listening to audio books. After I set up my printing area and make sure everything is good to go, part of my brain can absorb information through my ears while another part of my brain concentrates on printing. I hear from friends that they like to listen while commuting, while running, and while trying to fall asleep.
What's really great is how much I've learned. I can now speak eloquently about the recession, mongols, serial killers, and the powerful thighs of our first president!
So go forth and listen to books! It can even be free–just check with your local library. Seattlites browse SPL's selections here.
|A stack of books from my bedside shelf


text:
Last week I noticed a sign in the window at Burgermeister (Church near Market) for "Meister Mondays" -- half price wings on Mondays. Last night I shared a big plate of 20 wings ($5.99) with a friend. With two Stella Artois pints, total was just under $12. A really good deal. The wings were large and meaty, although it shows that they're not their "specialty"...a couple wings were too dry and under-sauced. I also think their sauce could stand a bit more heat. If they'd take a little more time in preparation, they could really have great wings. Bonus: Unlimited blue cheese dressing for dipping.
I'll definitely hit them up again some Monday when I'm jonesing for wings.


text:
World Food Day 16 October
A blog by SI UN Representative, Rome, Liliana Mosca "The official celebration of World Food Day on 16 October 2017 has the theme: Change the future of migration. Invest in food security and rural development. The world is on the move. More people have been forced to flee their homes


text:
Ian says…… Pauline and Joan dropped me off on the stretch of the Lune upriver from the M6 motorway bridge at about 8.15am. The water was so calm it was easy to see any disturbance on the surface for at least 200m provided the bank side vegetation didn't get in the way. I worked my way down river, pausing at intervals to scan both the water and any banking I thought might be suitable for otters to rest up on. As I passed under the motorway bridge I could hear a Kingfisher calling close by but the first thing I saw was it darting off the bank just in front of me. As I watched it disappear into the distance a ripple on the far side caught my attention and seconds later an otter surfaced quickly followed by a second. I watched them fish as they slowly worked their way down river keeping close to the far bank. As they turned back they were joined by a third but the newcomer soon diverted away from them and started to work towards me. I stood motionless and held my breath as it swam past me about a quarter of the way midstream before coming to the edge and climbing up on to a tree that had long since fallen in the water. It knew I was there and a couple of seconds later it was back in the water and swimming and diving quickly away from me. I made my way back up river catching up with the other two under the M6 bridge. One had caught a large fish and headed to the far side before struggling to drag the fish out of the water and onto a small ledge covered in ivy. It was quickly joined by the second otter and they both ate for a good ten minutes or so. Both then worked their way under the bridge and one saw a squirrel very low down in a tree. The otter stood upright and tried to reach the squirrel, couldn't and so climbed on to the lower branches but of course the squirrel was away before the otter could get anywhere near! I spent the next few hours walking up and down and down and up before finally reaching the 'Crook-O-Lune car park where Joan and Pauline were waiting. I had managed a few shots but unfortunately the light was poor for most of the time so even with a high ISO and low depth of field images weren't what I would have liked – there's always next time!
Pauline say's: ….. After dropping Ian at the Lune, Joan and I carried on to our caravan bird table and found it two thirds empty after only seven days since the last big top-up! We refilled the table yet again, unfroze the drinking bird bath, cleaned and refilled with fresh water and then sat and watched the birds getting back to feeding and especially taking and storing – two nuthatches and many coal tits were making frequent dizzying visits! I had to laugh at the coal tits helping themselves straight out of the peanut bucket as I was filling the feeders! I carried the small bucket of peanuts back to the car, putting it down at my feet to rearrange the boot and when I looked down there was a coal in the bucket choosing which nut to take completely oblivious to me towering over it! Joan said 'Be careful when you put the lid on, that there isn't a coal tit still in there!' ….. From the caravan we visited Leighton Moss and bought gloves, socks and a new hat! (I'd put my outdoor boots in the car but no socks!) The water on the reserve was high and frozen so we called in at Sizargh scattered some sunflower and had our butties while a female bullfinch appeared among the other regulars chaffs and blackbirds. Then it was off to South Lakes to photograph Scarlet Elf Cup Fungi. Finally we landed back at the Crook-o-Lune to pick up the 'otter watcher' and set off for home via the 'owls' where his nibs was on a roll and extracted a few more owl shots despite the sun - that had been out while driving - suddenly disappearing the minute we had an owl in front of us – typical!
January February March April May June July August September October (6) November (6) (4) December (4)
(11) January (11) (2) February (2) (10) March (10) (9) April (9) (1) May (1) (3) June (3) July August September (1) October (1) (4) November (4) (1) December (1)
(1) January (1) February (2) March (2) (1) April (1) May June July August September October November (1) December (1)
January February (1) March (1) April May June July August September October November December
January February March April May June July August September October November December
January February March April May June July August September October November December
January February March April May June July August September October November December


text:
Primary Response utilizes a wide range of sophisticated surveillance equipment such as covert real-time cameras, hand-held video recorders, night vision optics, vehicles equipped with covert on-board pan-tilt cameras and extensive communication devices.
Our investigation specialists are highly trained in the appropriate techniques, methods and applications of intelligence gathering and the use of the required technology. We conclude all investigative programs with a written, in-depth report, which supplies the client with all details of the assignment.
All programs are customized to meet the unique requirements of the client's industry. Confidentiality and dedication to client protection is paramount. As with all Primary Response programs, our investigators are highly skilled and address, correct and record information consistent with legal proceedings while remaining sensitive to the client's position and integrity.
Some of the Investigations Services we offer include:
- Claims-specific
- Financial-specific
- Employment-specific
- Information-specific
- Locate-specific


text:
I have been blogging on and off since 2011. I love to explore all different types of styles, so there will something for everyone. I always try to credit EVERYTHING in posts. Please leave a comment if I miss something! Thank you for reading!
Great fashion on a not so great budget!
Great fashion on a not so great budget!
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Feel the Energy
Energy Club has 25 group gifts (for men and women) by several designers in SL (Cynful, Belleza, Hucci, Sakide, e-motion, Poison and more)
Free group: secondlife:///app/group/e0d55796-ee27-7cc4-2ebd-574f63809c2a/about
The following are Energy Club group gifts.
Outfit - ::PL::
Hair - Nikita Frida
Necklace - LouLou&CO
Armband - Puncture
Skin - Akeruka
Shape - Black Mamba
Steffia Shoes - Baby Monkey Group lucky board prize (250L fee)
Doris Earrings - N@N@ (10L)
Eyes - REAL eyes gift previously blogged
Pose from Purple Poses "Siane" set. Previously blogged.
Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)


text:
User Tag List
Thanks: 0
Likes: 0
Results 1 to 4 of 4
04-18-2017, 02:21 PM #1Member
- Member Since
- Dec 2013
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 177
- Thanks (Received)
- 6
- Likes (Received)
- 9
- Mentioned
- 0 Post(s)
- Tagged
- 0 Thread(s)
Google Images associated with GMB. Getting worse? Any new tips
I have a major client that just found an image of a bunch of discarded prescription bottles instead of it's logo on it's GMB knowledge panel.
What the hell......why would that image get selected at ALL?
Is there a fast road to removal?
Re: Google Images associated with GMB. Getting worse? Any new tips
That's rough. Your client isn't the only one this has happened to either. I had a client recently that had their profile image replaced with a low-quality image that was scraped off a major 3rd party directory. In that case it wasn't as pressing, and I was able to get it fixed in two days just by doing the normal 'reporting an image' route. I really hope Google starts giving business owners a little more control over the images associated with their account (at least for verified listings, where someone's obviously manning the fort?) Start by reporting the image of course, the next step though would be to contact GMB support directly. Good luck.
Re: Google Images associated with GMB. Getting worse? Any new tips
I actually just wrote a couple pages on this yesterday for my training course. I'll paste it in here without the screenshots as I'd have to manually download and reupload every one.
Photo Spam
In some verticals it's a common spamming practice for individuals to upload photos of their own company onto the listings of their competitors in efforts to hijack their traffic. These photos normally have their contact information on them.
How do I see what photos users have uploaded to my listing?
Go into the GMB dashboard, click the photos tab and the "by customer" label.
Is there a way to automatically track when new photos get added?
Google doesn't currently alert business owners when new photos have been added to their listing but if you use Bright Local for tracking, they have a feature that will track changes to your GMB listing which includes photos. You can have it set to email you every time they notice a change.
What's the best method to report an abusive photo if I see one?
The best method is to report the user who uploaded the photos. That way Google can remove the entire account (not just the one photo) which will make it a bit harder for them to add it back again.
Click on the photo in question. In the top left corner of the page it should list the username for who added the photo next to a little photo icon.
You now have the user's profile that will look something like this: https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/example123
Next, you can report the spammer on the Local Guides Forum using the format mentioned here.Joy Hawkins
Owner of Sterling Sky
Author of The Expert's Guide to Local SEO [, a 260+ page training manual that is updated monthly and contains advanced tips and tactics for Local SEO that actually work and drive results.
04-19-2017, 01:28 PM #4Member
- Member Since
- Dec 2013
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 177
- Thanks (Received)
- 6
- Likes (Received)
- 9
- Mentioned
- 0 Post(s)
- Tagged
- 0 Thread(s)
Re: Google Images associated with GMB. Getting worse? Any new tips
Thanks Joy. Great read. I didn't know that Brightlocal did that. I think that is great. I need to look into that service.
I contacted Google yesterday afternoon around 5:00 eastern, I chatted with a rep in Ann Arbor, who agreed that the photo was not right, and that the person was a spammer. He said he would turn it over to his team to delete, but wasn't sure if they would.
The photo was deleted by 9:00am Eastern today, so that worked (I did also report it online).
I think it happened quick because the photo was borderline offensive, certainly offensive to the business owner, and the rep said it looked like a spammer.
. . . now on to fight the same battle with my Car Dealer customer who is pissed off his service waiting room is showing up, and not his exterior (I don't blame him, but, don't think we will be as succesful).
Similar Threads
Case Study: Images for businesses on the carousel local results. With Images!By Optimize Prime in forum Local SearchReplies: 5Last Post: 07-13-2013, 07:13 AM
"Fake" Addresses for Google Places Listings - What's The Worse That Could Happen?By Travis Van Slooten in forum Local SearchReplies: 13Last Post: 01-14-2013, 05:57 AM


text:
19 views/hour
Fuck Song Lyrics by Disaster Movie has 13029 views.
Below you can play Fuck Song video, browse another Disaster Movie lyrics.
Send "Fuck Song" Ringtone to your Cell
What is it?
I'm fucking matt damon
Your fucking matt damon
Well I'm fucking hannah montana
She's fucking hannah montana
Backstage at my concert
Fucks me on my parents' bed
After school, at my locker
In the car I give her head
I'm also fucking the flava
Yeah boy she's fucking flava-flav, fool
You know what time it is
Because I'm fucking juney too
Yeah I know but it's true
Flava-flav fucks me too
And I swap with calvin
And he swaps with that dude
And were all fucking hellboy
Yeah they're fucking hellboy
And I'm the fucking hulk
When I get really mad
I start fucking iron man
A most uncomfortable screw
But I fuck the princess too
*ding dong*
Who's that ringing on my bell
It's the bitch that's fucking iron man
That's i-r-o-n m-a-n
And I fuck him in the mouth
That's fucking great because I'm fucking wolf
He's fucking wolf ain't that a pity
Because I'm fucking those bitches from sex and the city
He fucks the sex and the city gals
So I wonder:
Would wolf really be get jealous if he knew we were fucking the guy with the big utility belt?
They're all fucking batman
At wayne manor, in the batcave
Butler alfred is our love slave
Riddle me this
Holy bathhouse
I'm fucking amy whinehouse
He's fucking amy whinehouse
Yeah on the down low low low
Disaster Movie Fuck Song found on http://batlyrics.net/fuck_song-lyrics-disaster_movie.html
And I'm fucking jessica simpson
Cuz I'm on blow blow blow
She's fucking jessica simpson
Oh yeah
And I think I mite have fucked that hot assassin
Everyone's fucked me
And I've fucked em back you see
And the mexican too
With the tragic hairdo
Call it, heads, I'm fucking J.T
I'm fucking that male model
Cos he's so fine
And I like to get up with calvin Klein's
It's true. J.T fuck my ass again
But I'm also fucking prince caspian
I am handsome and I am cool
That's why this prince fucks the kids from high school
Cum on lets hear it
Now's the time to party
Let me hear you
You know what time it is?
Yeah... no what time is it
It's time to get fucked
-fuck me
-no, fuck me
-fuck me...
He fucks all us kids in high school
Under the bleachers, in the showers
While were changing for gym class
I'm fucking oprah
I'm fucking obama
I'm fucking indiana's ass
She's fucking indiana's ass
And I'm fucking hancock
He's fucking hancock and I'm fucking beowolf
You know you like it
And I'm fucking kung fu panda
And I'm fucking michael jackson
Don't judge me
I love my animals you see
Oh yeah he's fucking the chipmunks
Sad to say but it's true
He fucks the chipmunks yeah
Disaster Movie Top 10 Lyrics
13028Fuck Song Lyrics
Subscribe to Disaster Movie RSS and get new Disaster Movie lyrics as soon as song released!
Top Songs
based on popularity!
Get another 5 popular lyrics
based on popularity!
Trond-Viggo Torgersen
Taylor Swift
Love The Way You Lie Part 2
Waka Waka (This Time For Africa)
Love Me
Justin Bieber


text:
After joining President Obama at the Jersey Shore to promote Hurricane Sandy Relief efforts, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie continues to emphasize the importance of burying partisan differences when it comes to community service.
The Republican governor told HuffPost Live Friday at Points of Light Conference on Volunteering and Service in Washington, D.C., that engaging in politics is irrelevant when it comes to responding to disasters.
"When 20-plus foot waves hit your shore and destroy and flood 365,000 homes in your state, you're not asking if that water is Republican or Democratic water," Christie said. "And when people come to help and if they do a good job you're going to say thank you to them, regardless of their political party."
The New Jersey Governor joined Senators Dan Coats, Bernie Sanders, and Tim Kaine in speaking at the conference, which annually gathers members of government, nonprofits, and corporate businesses to discuss creating innovative international volunteer projects.
After Sandy -- which caused over $50 billion in damage, according to a National Hurricane Center report -- Points of Light partnered with its affiliates to mobilize over 15,000 volunteers to respond to the disaster.
During his interview with HuffPost Live, Christie mentioned that the beaches at the Jersey Shore are up and running again thanks to various Sandy volunteer relief efforts.


text:
Title: Sight and Sound. Ryan Meissner graphic designer and musician.
Date: 05/15/2013
Morning! Today's podcast guest is Ryan Meissner graphic designer and musician. Ryan, his Dad Jeff, and I have been playing soccer together for the past say 5 years. Ryan tells us his story about moving out to Los Angeles to pursue his graphic designer career (check out the website of interest page for his website). Not only is Ryan a graphic designer, he is a talented musician that has a recording contract. He is working on his first album that is slated to come out this year. He has been gracious enough to give us a song to post (not from his current album project). Please take a listen to the podcast and his song, "My song for you".
Thank you Ryan for joining us today!
Podcast: Play in new window | Download


text:
Building strength is a great way to get more energy and tap into the fountain of youth whatever your current fitness state! In this course, strength, core and cardio exercises are combined in circuits, a proven way to maximize fitness and keep your body and mind from getting complacent. You'll practice exercises for muscular endurance, definition and power – and don't worry, there are always options! Classes are held in a private studio and kept small so you get personalized attention without the distractions of a big gym. All levels are welcome, with an emphasis on combining fitness and fun.
Contact UNMCE:
Connect with UNMCE:


text:
Bachelor of Pharmacy
BSc Cardiac Perfusion Technology
B.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology (BMIT)
BSc Nuclear Medicine Technology (Integrated BSc NMT)
BSc (Health Information Administration)
B.Sc Nursing
B.Sc Optometry
B.Sc Medical Technology
BSc (Hons) in Optometry & Ophthalmic Techniques (BSCHOT)
B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (BMLT)
B.Sc. - Occupational Therapy
B.Sc. - Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP)
Professional Diploma in Clinical Research (PDCR)
Speech and Hearing Science (BASLP) deals with a study of normal & abnormal functioning of the auditory system, the speech production mechanism, and language processing. It is a diverse field with connections to a number of other disciplines, including anatomy, physiology, psychology, linguistics, medicine, and education. Students pursuing a degree in Speech and Hearing Science are introduced both to basic and applied research and to various clinical applications.
Ultimate career prospects include Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology, Speech Science and Hearing Science. Bachelors in Audiology & Speech language pathology (BASLP) professionals expertise their skills in treating persons with communication deficits such as fluency disorders, motor speech disorders, language related disorders. Audiologists & Speech language therapists undergo specialized training in speech signal processing & also audio signal editing which can be useful in employing this technology in hearing aids. Signal enhancing strategies for amplification devices will help in providing communication needs in particularly to hearing impaired individuals.
Bachelors in Audiology & Speech language pathology (BASLP) professionals also conduct camps, outreach programs & many awareness programs to enrich the society with hazards of noise pollution, hearing disorders & their possible management issues.
Hearing, speech, and language scientists study topics such as sound localization, speech perception & production, normal & disordered phonology, fluency, voice, and hearing in normal and disordered persons. Their research may be basic in nature, or may be more applied, as in studies of the effectiveness of clinical hearing aids or voice therapies.
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP) Professionals are concerned with evaluation, treatment and research in human communication and its disorders. Speech-language pathologists assess and treat persons of all ages with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. They may also work with people who have oral motor problems that cause eating and swallowing difficulties. They use special instruments, as well as written and oral tests, to determine the nature and extent of impairment, and to record and analyze speech irregularities. For individuals with little or no speech, speech-language pathologists select augmentative & alternative communication systems, including automated devices and sign language, and teach their use for better communication.
Audiologists specialize in prevention, identification, assessment, and rehabilitation of hearing disorders. They use a variety of testing devices to measure aspects of an individual's hearing sensitivity. When Hearing Loss exists, they determine the nature and extent of the hearing loss and recommend appropriate treatment, including hearing aids or other assistive devices. Audiologists also test noise levels in workplaces, industries and conduct hearing conservation programs & provide ear protection devices.
BASLP course was earlier known as B.Sc in Speech and Hearing Course


text:
Summer >
Courses >
By academic area >
Brewing Summer Course 2,5 ECTS
Dates: 02.07-13.08 - Credits: 7,5 ECTS - Level: Master
Course datesCourses take place in June, July and August.
Please note that the dates provided on the list of courses are only for the on-campus part of the course. Some courses might start earlier i.e. with mandatory participation in preliminary e-learning modules as prerequisite for the on-campus part of the course.
Language of instructionAll courses are taught in English. Participants are expected to have excellent written and oral English qualifications and the ability to participate actively in the course.
CreditsDepending on the course selection, participants will earn from 2.5 to 15 ECTS credits when completing a course.


text:
Alternative Titles
Synonyms: Capturing the Lambs
Japanese: 仔羊捕獲ケーカク!
Type: Manga
Volumes: 3
Chapters: 16
Status: Finished
Published: Jan 1, 2002 to 2007
Genres: Yaoi
Authors: Minami, Haruka (Story & Art)
Serialization: Chara Selection
Score: 7.221 (scored by 1051 users)
1 indicates a weighted score. Please note that 'Not yet published' titles are excluded.
Ranked: N/A2
2 based on the top manga page. Please note that 'R18+' titles are excluded.
Popularity: #4147
Members: 2,119
Favorites: 11


text:
HARTFORD — A 42-year-old city man was arrested on robbery charges Tuesday after police said he stole miscellaneous hygiene items from a CVS Pharmacy at knifepoint, police said.
At 1:42 p.m. officers responded to an armed robbery complaint at the pharmacy, 566 Farmington Ave. Police said Raymond Lewis walked past responding officers trying to conceal a weapon.
Officers were able to catch up with Lewis and recovered a gun in addition to the stolen items, police said.


text:
Our Muck Away services quickly and easily solve the problem of removing and disposing of your waste materials in an appropriate, environmentally friendly manner. D J Grab Services have been Licensed Waste Carriers for many years and our experience provides you with the expertise to remove and dispose of waste cleanly and efficiently, in accordance with the latest environmental standards and legislation.
Continual investment in people, processes and equipment ensure our muck away service is always convenient, reliable and cost effective to use. Our fleet of 4 and 8 wheel vehicles have load capacities ranging from 10 tonnes to 18.5 tonnes and include both Grab and Tipper lorries, enabling us to collect waste whether or not you have the machinery on site to load it. Our fleet of muck away lorries are 'Green' as well as efficent because they are well maintained and utilise advanced engine management technology to achieve high fuel efficiency with low emissions, meeting all environmental standards of conformity.
We operate our muck away services throughout London, Surrey, Sussex and Kent. Our services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and are charged per hour, per load, per day or on a contract hire basis.
Whatever the size or complexity of your project, you can rely on us to meet your requirements on time, and within budget.
Muck Away Equipment
Muck Away Services


text:
2K Games Releases Downloadable Content and Enhancements for BioShock
2K Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today that BioShock, its top-rated title exclusively available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows®, has released new downloadable content for players on both platforms. The content includes new Plasmids and Tonics, achievements and interface upgrades, and is now available as free downloadable content from Xbox LIVE® Marketplace, through an Xbox 360 Title Update, and as part of a PC patch.
As one of the highest rated games of the year, we wanted to continue to connect with the fans that made BioShock such an overwhelming retail and critically-acclaimed hit, said Christoph Hartmann, President of 2K. We are excited to offer new downloadable content that will extend and enhance the replay value of this title.
New downloadable content includes:
Four Plasmids and Gene Tonics:
* Sonic Boom: Hurls creatures and objects back with a blast of force
* EVE saver: Enables Plasmids to use less EVE
* Vending Expert: Reduces prices in the vending machines
* Machine Buster: Increases the amount of damage players deal to cameras, bots and turrets
Achievements (exclusive to Xbox 360):
* Xbox 360 players can gain 100 points for Brass Balls, by beating BioShock on the hard difficulty setting without dying
In response to gamers requests and feedback from the Cult of Rapture (www.CultofRapture.com) community forums, fans of BioShock now have a widescreen option, granting a wider horizontal field of vision, as well as additional enhancements to the game. The Xbox 360 Title Update will be automatically applied at the games startup when users log into Xbox LIVE. PC owners can access both the additional content and gameplay improvements via a downloadable patch, available at www.2Kgames.com/bioshock/support.
Developed by 2K Boston and 2K Australia and rated M for Mature, BioShock is a genetically enhanced first-person shooter that lets players do things never before possible in the genre. Gamers enter the game as a castaway in Rapture, a decaying art deco underwater utopia torn apart by civil war. Caught between powerful forces and hunted down by genetically modified splicers and deadly security systems, players have to come to grips with a deadly, mysterious world filled with powerful technology, fascinating characters and morality defining choices. To make it to the end, players can turn everything they encounter into a weapon, biologically modify their body with Plasmids, hack devices and security systems, upgrade weapons, craft new ammo variants, and experiment with different battle techniques. No encounter ever plays out the same and no two gamers will play BioShock the same way.
For more information on the game, please visit www.2Kgames.com/bioshock.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PlayStation®2 and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox® and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft, Wii, Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo DS and Game Boy® Advance. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games, 2K and 2K Sports, and Global Star Software; and distributes software, hardware and accessories in North America through its Jack of All Games subsidiary. Take-Twos common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.
All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.
Microsoft, Windows, the Windows Vista start button, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains forward-looking statements made in reliance upon the safe harbor provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The statements contained herein which are not historical facts are considered forward-looking statements under federal securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs of our management as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to them. The Company has no obligation to update such forward-looking statements. Actual results may vary significantly from these forward-looking statements based on a variety of factors. These risks and uncertainties include the matters relating to the Special Committees investigation of the Companys stock option grants and the restatement of our consolidated financial statements. The investigation and conclusions of the Special Committee may result in claims and proceedings relating to such matters, including previously disclosed shareholder and derivative litigation and actions by the Securities and Exchange Commission and/or other governmental agencies and negative tax or other implications for the Company resulting from any accounting adjustments or other factors. Other important factors are described in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2006, and in the Companys Form 10-Q for the third quarter ended July 31, 2007 in the section entitled Risk Factors.
This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted.
News Release Distribution and Press Release Distribution Services Provided by WebWire.


text:
The Links at Poland Spring – South Poland, Maine
Poland Spring Resort opened a 9-hole course, designed by Arthur Fenn in 1895. Donald Ross redesigned the Fenn 9 and added another 9 holes in 1915. Travis did an extensive redesign of the course in 1916-1917, described in detail in the 7/14/1917 issue of "The Hill-Top", a local publication.
Garden City Golf Club – Garden City, NY
Travis joined Garden City Golf Club in 1899, and for 10 years, served as the club's Captain, with responsibility for the golf course. During his tenure as Captain, Travis brought many significant changes to Devereaux Emmet's original design. Many of those course changes were revealed when GCGC hosted the 1908 U.S. Amateur.
Ekwanok Country Club – Manchester, VT
Scotsman John Duncan Dunn designed the golf course in 1899. Reports indicate that Travis was called to Manchester by his good friend, James Taylor, to inspect land under consideration for a golf course. Travis approved the land, and there are indications that he remained on site, assisting with both the design and construction of the golf course.
Canoe Brook Country Club – Summit, NJ. Travis provided a "revolutionary" redesign of the existing Jack Vickery course in 1916. Though he used much of the Vickery course configuration, he rearranged some holes, lengthened the course, reworked greens and tees, and added many bunkers. With the opening of the Charles H. Alison 18-hole South Course, in 1924, the Travis course became known as the North Course. Unfortunately, highway construction, and other projects, eliminated a sizeable portion of the North Course.
Garden City Country Club – Garden City, NY
Travis designed the golf course in 1916, and it opened on June 1, 1917.
Orchard Park Country Club – Orchard Park, NY
The Orchard Park Country Club course was designed by Walter J. Travis in 1916, when it was the property of The Park Club of Buffalo. In order to create a major practice area, significant changes to the routing of the course took place in 1993, under the direction of the Edmund Ault design firm. Three new holes were created (current 5, 6, and 13) to replace the old 17th, 18th, and 6th. The practice range occupies the land previously occupied the the 17th and 18th holes. From approximately 2014 to 2016, architect Ian Andrew supervised major bunker restoration and tree removal.
Hollywood Golf Club – Deal, NJ
Travis oversaw a major redesign of the original Isaac Mackie course in 1917. His work consisted of minor changes to Mackie's routing, with a complete reconstruction of all greens, and creation of a massive number of spectacularly formed bunkers. Throughout the 1990s, the Rees Jones design firm remodeled bunkers, built a new 17th green, and performed other changes throughout the course. In 2012, Tom Doaks firm, Renaissance Golf, was commissioned to restore original features of the course. Design Associate Brian Schneider supervised the redesign and construction of the bunkers.
Onondaga Golf and Country Club – Fayetteville, NY
Travis designed an 18-hole course in 1917, using the footprints of 2-3 holes from the original David Campbell design. Major bunker restoration/renovation and construction of new greens on the 4th and 8th holes were completed under the supervision of Ian Andrew in 2007-2009.
Columbia Country Club – Chevy Chase, MD. Travis had a close relationship with Columbia Country Club over a period of years, both as a competitor in the club's annual Fall tournament, and as someone who was called upon to offer an opinion on their golf course. He was a good friend of Dr. Walter S. Harban, the prominent Columbia Country Club member who spent a good part of his life working on the improvement of the club's golf course. Travis and Harban collaborated on the design of the East Potomac Park in 1916-17.
North Jersey Country Club – Wayne, NJ In 1921, members of North Jersey Country Club were unanimous in their approval of the purchase of over 300 acres of land, in Wayne, for the new home of their club. Shortly thereafter, Walter J. Travis was engaged to design the new course on a site that he considered ideal given its light, sub-soil of sandy loam. The formal opening of the golf course was on Saturday, July 28, 1923.
White Beeches Golf and Country Club – Haworth, NJ
Travis redesigned the WBGCC course in 1920.
Cape Arundel Golf Club – Kennebunkport, ME
Travis redesigned course in 1921. There are reports that suggest that Travis worked with John Duncan Dunn on the Cape Arundel Course, but no documentation has been found to substantiate that claim. Through the early 2000s, architect Bruce Hepner was responsible for extensive restoration/renovation of the Cape Arundel course.
Lookout Point Country Club – Fonthill, Ontario
Travis designed course in 1921, and it opened for play in 1922. In the mid-late 1990s, Ian Andrew, design associate of Carrick Design, supervised extensive bunker renovation.
Stafford Country Club – Stafford, NY
Travis designed course in 1921 and 9 holes opened for play in 1922. The full 18-hole course was completed and ready for play by 1929. Changes to the original Travis design include new greens at #2, #7, and #18. A long range master plan was created in 1998 under the direction of architect Ian Andrew. Bunker restoration/renovation was completed in 1999-2000.
Spring Brook Country Club – Morristown, NJ
According to Morristown newspaper accounts, Travis designed the Spring Brook CC course in 1921.
Cherry Hill Club – Ridgeway, Ontario
Travis designed the Cherry Hill Club golf course in 1922. It opened for play on July 11, 1924. In the early 1970s, architect C.E. "Robbie" Robinson was involved in extensive remodeling of the golf course, including installation of bunkers throughout the course. Major bunker renovation and relocation took place in 2008-2009 under the supervision of architect Ian Andrew.
Pennhills Club – Bradford, PA
Travis created a design for an 18-hole golf course in 1922.
Yahnundasis Golf Club – New Hartford, NY
Travis created a 27-hole golf course plan in 1922. During construction of the course, it was discovered that the available land would not accommodate the "executive 9" in Travis's plan. That section of land became a practice range.
Country Club of Scranton – Clarks Summit, PA
Prior to his creation of a golf course plan, in 1925, Travis was involved in the selection of land for the course.
Country Club of Troy – Troy, NY
Travis designed the CC of Troy golf course in 1926. In the summer of 1927, he inspected the course as it was under construction.
Jekyll Island Great Dunes Course– Jekyll Island, Georgia The Travis connection to Jekyll Island dates back to the early 1900s when he recommended Karl Keffer for their first golf professional. Keffer served the club from January 1910 to 1942. In 1926, Travis was commissioned to design a new course that was located along Jekyll Island's coast, and made use the natural sand dunes that defined the area. Travis did not live to see the completion of his course in 1928.


text:
2017 Zheng Si Long Mang Zhi and Teapot Clogging
21 hours ago
It reads like you are getting your own voice and appreciation down. Good for you! Great post
Yes, Bill, I agree. This is really a nice post. I found much of the same in this tea and will now have to taste that cake again (it's been eight months!), but your description brings it out much better than my notes do, and I'm excited at the prospect that it may have improved. Thanks for the post.


text:
Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market
Jan 22, 2014, 02:11 EST
LONDON, Jan. 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Reportbuyer.com just published a new market research report:
Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market
Progressive Events Towards IMO Ratification will Unify Market Structure and Augment Market Prospects
This research service on the global ballast water treatment systems market highlights the market trends, drivers and restraints, competitive dynamics, addressable market size, and forecasts for this market until 2023. Having a base year of 2013, the study throws light on the IMO Convention scenario and prospective opportunities for equipment suppliers post-ratification. Different ballast water treatment technologies, which are currently defining the market structure, have been discussed in detail followed by an elaborate analysis of the dominating technologies from 2005 to 2013, based on a robust reference list collated from key participants in the ballast water treatment systems market.
Key Findings
Market Size and Growth
• The 2013 global ballast water treatment systems (BWTS) market, which equalled a revenue total of $X million, is forecast to reach a market size of $Xbillion by 2023 experiencing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) ofX%.
• Europe will dominate market revenues from 2017 to 2019 while Asia-Pacific (APAC) will display consistent performance throughout the study period.
Market Dynamics
• Significant developments on the legislation front will boost market growth in this entirely regulation-driven market, after the expected International Maritime Organisation (IMO) certification ratification in 2014.
• The recent ratification by Germany to raise the dead weight tonnage (DWT) metrics to X%, along with additional support from US Coast Guard (USCG) and other state legislations, will play a significant role in sustaining the momentum for BWTS installations.
• The retrofit market will occupy a substantial per cent of the global market share during its peak installation period in 2018.
BWT Technologies
• Filtration + UV systems seem to have penetrated the BWTS market quite effectively. However, challenges due to energy intensity remain key concerns which are successfully being addressed by the newer models.
• Chemical treatment technologies using electro chlorination, electrolysis (EL), and electro chemical (EC) treatment, have carved a niche position for themselves in the market as well, especially in the case of bulk carriers and large tanker installations.
• Other processes using cavitation, heat, ultrasound, and Electro-Cleen systems are also being considered by ship owners for custom installations.
Competitive Structure
• Market competition has certainly intensified from X BWTS in the 2010 market scenario compared to the X competitors and approximatelyXBWTS in the current market situation.
• With more certainty about the legislation timeline and more clarity about the BWTS specifications and requirements, equipment suppliers are constantly striving to update their products according to market needs and customer preferences.
• Two major competitors launched upgraded product lines in 2013 with considerable improvements in power consumption and space savings criteria.
CEO's Perspective
1. The USCG regulations will supersede IMO ratification, thus providing an impetus to the BWTS market, even if the IMO Convention is not confirmed.
2. Filtration + UV will witness escalated market acceptance with key challenges linked with energy consumption being effectively addressed by the upgraded versions.
3. Market competition will significantly intensify among existing competitors, with the top X participants accounting for at least X% of the market.
4. Customers in Asia-Pacific will prefer cost- effective BWTS, while European ship owners will base their choice on aftersales services and associated environmental benefits.
5. Constant upgrades to product lines and strategic global partnerships will play a critical role for companies to achieve their growth objectives.
Market Definitions
• A ballast is a material that is used to provide stability to any structure.
• Ballast water is the water that is taken on-board a vessel in order to maintain balance, stability, and structural integrity of the vessel, especially when the ship is empty, after discharging the cargo.
• Ballast water discharge refers to the stored water that is discharged when the ship is loading the cargo, particularly to balance the ship's stability.
• Ballast water capacity refers to the total volumetric capacity of the tank in a vessel used for storing, carrying, loading, and discharging the ballast water.
• Ballast water treatment systems refer to the equipment which is used to process ballast water. The physical, chemical, biological, or mechanical methods used for treatment, can be used alone or in combination, to avoid or minimise the harmful effects of ballast water discharge containing harmful aquatic organisms and pathogens.
Market Overview
• Shipping transports close to X% of the global economic trade and ships require ballast water to maintain balance and stability of empty vessels, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of modern shipping.
• However, the ballast water taken at the port of embarking consists of a variety of organisms such as bacteria, viruses, plants, and animals that get transported to the new marine ecosystem at the port where the ship is loaded with cargo and the ballast water is discharged.
• Though most of these organisms, such as viruses and bacteria, perish in their new environment due to the challenges of an unfriendly aquatic atmosphere, many other invasive species such as worms, invertebrates, and other microbes survive these harsh conditions and pose a harmful threat for the native species prevailing in their natural waters.
• This situation became highly intense with the hostile species causing a major ecological shift and ultimately leading to ecosystem imbalances and economic damage.
• In order to halt the inadvertent mix of organisms through ballast water discharge, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments in 2004, known as Ballast Water Management or the BWM Convention.
• The convention dictates two standards: D1.) ballast water exchange standard; and D2.) ballast water performance standard, for the safe discharge of ballast water and specifies definite timelines for adopting them. However, the D1 and D2 legislations will be adopted and the convention will only come into effectX months after X flag states—representing % of the world's shipping tonnage—ratify the Ballast Water Management Convention.
• As of 20 June 2013, the total number of contracting states to the BWM Convention reached X, representing X% of the world tonnage after the recent ratification by Germany.
Market Overview—Scope
Geographic coverage: Global
Study period: 2011–2023
Base year: 2013
Forecast period: 2014–2023
Monetary unit: US Dollars
• The global ballast water treatment (BWT) systems' market size is defined as the total revenue generated by BWT equipment sales across the globe, based on the market prices of the systems. Considering 2013 as the base year, the sales and forecast figures include revenues generated only from treatment systems.
• However, market share analysis has been discussed for the year 2012 because equipment suppliers are yet to witness total BWT system sales for the base year.
• Installation and commissioning costs, though significant, are excluded from market revenue calculations, owing to the fact that they differ largely by technology, vessel types, and installation position. Additional components necessary for installation procedures, scheduled and ad hoc operations, and maintenance costs are excluded from the market estimate calculations as well.
• Prices refer to the BWT equipment system as a whole package, and not for a single/separate component within the system.
• The global study is primarily segregated into four regions, covering Asia-Pacific (Southeast and Far East Asia, and New Zealand); Europe (Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, including Russia and CIS countries); the Americas (North, South, and Latin America); and Middle East and Africa.
Key Questions This Study Will Answer
When will the IMO Convention be ratified and how will the market grow post-ratification?
What will the effect of alternate management systems (AMS) and the USCG regulations be on the current market scenario?
Will the current technologies conquer the market or will there be new technological entrants?
How will the competitive structure of the market change in the forthcoming years and what is the current addressable market size?
Are the ballast water treatment systems offered today meeting customers' needs or is additional development required?
Will ship owners consider retrofitting options prior to ratification and what are the key industry challenges that equipment suppliers are facing?
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Market Overview
3. Total Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market
• Challenges, Drivers, and Restraints
• Forecasts and Trends
• Market Share and Competitive Analysis
• Analysis of Ballast Water Treatment Technologies
• Mega Trends and Industry Convergence Implications
4. CEO's 360 Degree Perspective
5. Newly Built Vessels Segment Breakdown
6. Existing Vessels Segment Breakdown
7. Asia-Pacific Breakdown
8. Americas Breakdown
9. Europe Breakdown
10. Middle East and Africa Breakdown
11. The Last Word (Conclusions and Implications)
12. Appendix
Read the full report:
Global Ballast Water Treatment Systems Market
For more information:
Sarah Smith
Research Advisor at Reportbuyer.com
Email: email@example.com
Tel: +44 208 816 85 48
Website: www.reportbuyer.com
SOURCE ReportBuyer


text:
Open Thread: Talk About What Matters Most to You
Discuss and debate the issues that mean the most to you.
Since I started writing about having a disability, I knew I was already entering an area that was highly stigmatized. Comments on my articles saying I could be scamming the system, or that I don't seem disabled enough to be on disability benefits, have been firing around me since I began the dialogue.
And I understand. Readers don't know everything about my life, nor would it be possible to get every detail into a 1,000-word article. Not everyone is going to agree with what I say, and I have to learn to be OK with that. But as a writer and an activist who works to change stigma in society, I can only speak from what I know. And I know that as someone with a disability, we're constantly stigmatized from the time we go to work, school, the doctor's office, the welfare office, or even the coffee shop.
By the time we're finally brave enough to write about our experiences — and very few of us do — we already feel the stigma, carry the shame, and hold the guilt, and we are trying to push through all of it to educate people. And when we finish the article after dealing with our disability and day-to-day challenges and have the courage to hit send, then we see the comments.
Maybe we shouldn't be surprised, and maybe we shouldn't waste our time reading them, but unfortunately we do. And while a lot of comments are encouraging and supportive, a lot of them mirror exactly what we try not to tell ourselves every day: That we're seen as less-than in society, that we should be suffering, and that we're lazy compared to people who make a living.
I've fought like hell to be seen first as an abuse survivor, then as a person with a mental illness, then as an emerging writer and finally as a person with a disability. My parents told me I was demanding, ex-friends told me I wasn't trying hard enough, doctors told me I didn't look disabled enough and welfare workers told me I didn't have the right paperwork. Now readers say that my experiences aren't true and that I must be lying or cheating, or worse, entitled. These days I'm fighting to be seen not as another stereotype, but as a real person.
A lot of people think that writers should just let the comments go and that readers are welcome to have free speech. And while over the years I've learned that I don't need to defend myself, I won't stand for silently perpetuating the stigma around those with disabilities. We're already made to be silent enough through poor rights at work, invisibility in the media, and loopholes in welfare paperwork. By responding to the comments on my articles, I hope to help stop the stigma people with disabilities will continue to face because of them. Here are some of those myths, debunked:
You don't seem that disabled! You must be cheating the system.
It's excruciatingly difficult to get on disability benefits, especially because having a disability makes it harder to take the necessary steps to apply. In order to be approved, I had to get diagnosed, convince doctors to sign the forms, put together a case, and appeal when I was rejected.
I can't speak for those who cheat the system, but there are a lot of people with disabilities who haven't even been able to prove that they have them. I've been lucky in that I found resources to help me, have good organizational skills, and am skilled at writing letters.
You're just too lazy to get a real job.
My dream is to run a successful magazine that financially supports me and those working for it. After six years of trying to get FLURT off the ground, all while trying to keep a job, applying for welfare, getting diagnosed, concentrating on my health, and applying for disability, I've managed to keep it running through hard work and delegating to volunteers. But I want it to be able to grow so I can pay myself and those who support me, and most days I'm just trying to take care of myself and do the bare minimum to keep it running. Imagine what I could do if I didn't have my disability holding me back.
How are you well enough to __ but not work?
A person's disability doesn't affect every aspect of their life even though it affects many of them. For example, I have dyspraxia, which is a neurological disorder that affects areas such as memory, muscle tone, and movement. It affects my ability to make a living in a regular way, but it doesn't affect my ability to write freelance or run a magazine, as I'm able to work around my disability from home. There aren't set times I need to work or set breaks I have to take, and I can work from my bed if I have too much fatigue.
You shouldn't get to enjoy X, Y, and Z.
If you get to go to work and buy yourself shoes without holes, treat yourself to a pizza, and save up to travel a couple days out of the year, why am I not allowed to do those same things? Trust me, people living on disability benefits aren't living in luxury.
Depending on where you live, how much disability benefits are in your city and if you're working (people on disability are allowed to work, their disability just prevents them from being able to support themselves), you can sometimes afford more than the bare minimum.
You make it sound like disability benefits are a dream.
They are when you have a disability. Compared to the last six years, it's a dream that every day I have a safe, quiet place to live, food to fill my stomach, and money to pay my bills. I can't afford a lot, but I've learned to be happy with less. I don't need to make it sound like I'm suffering because people think those on disability benefits should be. I've suffered enough. Living with a disability sucks, so let me enjoy what I have.
Your writing about disability makes you sound entitled.
If being entitled means believing that I should have the right to financial stability just like everyone else, sure. I've fought for years to try to support myself in countless jobs, believing that only if I worked harder I wouldn't get fired. I spent time and money to find out what my diagnosis was and to get medical professionals to sign my disability benefit forms. A lot of the time I felt like giving up because no one believed me. The idea where I have to prove whether or not I should be on benefits died when the government finally granted it to me.
I know that despite this article, the negative comments about how I'm scamming the system or that I don't seem disabled enough to be on disability benefits won't suddenly go away. People will always disagree with my lifestyle — one that I didn't choose — and my refusal to be silent about it. But it's not just about me reading the comments. It's about everyone else who doesn't have a disability and the possibility that they'll believe them.
There might always be stigma around people with disabilities, but if you share this article, maybe there will be a little less. We aren't people you should feel sorry for or judge; we're people who are trying to live a life full of purpose, just like you.


text:
Jet LaceyMore About: Activism
When the Slaves Get "All Uppity," the Masters Get Flummoxed
Do people get what's going on yet? If not now, when? Will it be when they and their families are forcefully injected with God-knows-what and transported on some crowded cattle car to an "American Auschwitz?" Since 9/11, the blood-sucking leeches that are the global elite have been mounting their biggest attack yet in the omnipresent battle for our bodies, minds, and souls. It is our duty, not simply as Americans but as human beings to repel these attacks with everything we have. I say to all of you as my Mom says to me from time to time,
"Reach in your pockets and come up with some balls!"
This week alone has been, to quote comedic great Arte Johnson, "Veddy Interesting." First there was William Kostric. He set the example bar ridiculously high for those who wish to begin asserting their 2nd Amendment rights in public. On Hardball, Chris Matthews and his histrionic acid tongue tried to cane him like a Malaysian caught with a doobie. As each verbal volley was matter-of-factly countered with principled "libertarian logic" by Mr. Kostric, Chris Matthews began to look more and more like he was the one being caned....right in his tiny, enfeebled baby-maker.
Now we get to the good stuff. Through sheer luck, we found out (from the Phoenix Police no less) that the President was going to make his third trip to Phoenix, Arizona on Monday to speak to the Veterans of Foreign Wars at the Phoenix Convention Center.
In my estimation, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart reflects the Zeitgeist of the moment; his show is the often hilarious, "left-handed fingers" on the carotid pulse of America. In these dark times, when you get zinged by Jon Stewart, you're doing something right. That friends, is what I call a capstone example.
Keep fighting the good fight and never let the bastards get you down. Let us never forget this is about demanding that we have the right to be left alone to live our lives as we see fit.
PeaceChris Matthews Interviews William Kostric
4 Comments in Response to When the Slaves Get "All Uppity," the Masters Get Flummoxed
Who is Jett other than the rotting corpse of John Revolta's son?
Flummoxed? OK wait Jett. This is an Arizona board. Nobody says "flummoxed" in Arizona, nobody ever has before, you are the first. Keep up with them $10 words and I'll have to come up with something like "your diction is geopolitically incongruous" and nobody will take us seriously ever again.
I'd like to under-score your Daily Show / Milestone reference, if for nothing less than Jon Stewarts 19 seconds of serious-straight-face (1 second less than the Pastor's Tase~) as in introducing his ill-responding audience to 'a gut-wrenching moment of truth' story that took the top honors on his show. One joke prior to the clip GOT NO LAUGHS at all, not a single clap. To me, (and I guess you have to watch a couple hundred hours of Daily Show to appreciate) it smelled like death for ol' Jon, but he IS a trooper and managed to pull off the rest of it with a decent recovery...still, the TONE had been set, the SERIOUSNESS was obvious and his audience was pretty much speechless after-the-fact. The lame 'black guy at the voting booth with a Jet Lacey sized jug-o-jack D' parody went over only so, so~ (it was the dudes EYES while he was tokin' on that bottle that won the laughs)…clearly, they need to try a little harder if they are going to make fun of Citizen 'C's "cojones ferreas".
OK, let's not forget big Ern's KILLER interview with that sniveling brat from CNN. To me, the way Mr. H. handled that punk-ass who kept trying to goad him into losing his composure was worthy of a couple more rounds of beers on US, 'Ernie, you're money is NO GOOD here!" That CNN bitch kept trying to spin the interview like he thought he was RIDING A BULL~ (he had NO IDEA, eh' kids??). In the end it was HE who was conceding to Ernest and offering up his 'blessings', for he KNEW he had been out-gunned, (pun intended) and deserved the public TASER'ing Hancock gave him for being such a sneaky lil' shit!!
To both these cats, I say 'BRAVO' and 'Mission Accomplished'!! Now, if we can just get the rest of the nation to get up off their asses and start carrying their guns with them to every Barry O'-whatever-lie-campaign-they-drum up turd-rally that comes floating down the Whitehouse sewer canal.
We will BE VICTORIOUS!! In the end the TRUTH always wins!!