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A while back, I gave the original 3 MiFi (yeah, I know the title of that post - never say never) a try out. Whilst it was a great device, it was useless to me, as I had no coverage whatsoever at the location I needed to use it. So (after much hassle), it was returned and I've never considered using 3 since.
This was until I heard about their new Mobile Broadband offering, claiming to be "Up to 40% faster" and with the proud claim of being the "UK's fastest growing network which covers 97% of the UK population". I checked out their data coverage map for the place I would be using it and the site informed me I could expect "good" coverage, so, given that I've been getting roughly 0.15Mb download speeds with my current dongle, I thought I'd take a gamble and give them another try. I went for the Huawei E367 "premium dongle". Boy, I'm glad I did!
I returned to my accommodation, fully prepared for there to be no signal at all, my backup plan being that I'd probably be able to sell it on eBay. But no, I plugged it in to my trusty Zoom portable router, waited a few moments and there was the connection. Okay, next stop Speedtest.net. First test, 5+ Mb download speed! This is as fast as my home broadband!
Time to fire up iPlayer on the iPad. Wonderfully smooth, zero-lag video playback (ended up watching a 1 hour documentary about Facebook!). More importantly, navigating the web was a wonderfully fast and slick experience. No more dreadfully long page load times. Wow, I can actually get stuff done with this thing!
I've got my laptop, iPhone and iPad all connected via the router and it works a treat.
Data rates are good, too. I was previously paying £15 for 2Gb. That'd buy me 3Gb on 3 or, for another tenner, I can get 7Gb. That should be plenty for a months use. I could go contract, and I'd get 15Gb for about £22, but I never really know where I'm going to be located from one month to the next, so I'll likely stick to the pay as you go.
So, from being a complete non-starter with my first experience with 3, I've gone to being a very happy mobile worker. Well done, 3, on improving the network so much.
If you'd like to grab yourself one, head over to their site, or visit a 3 store, where I got mine for about 40 quid, including 1Gb of data.


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The financial planning moves that helped you build a foundation or support your family awhile ago may not be enough now that you're in your forties. This decade might be the first time you really feel the pressure of a looming retirement, send your kids off to college, or debate downsizing your family home.
Wherever you are in your forties, there are some universal money moves that will help you prepare for the next year, next 10 years, and beyond.
Know Where You Stand
Most people go day to day, saving where they can. They hope it'll add up to enough for their retired years. Do you know exactly how much you have saved? What about how much you need? It's easy to ignore the long-term when you're buried in day-to-day costs and unexpected expenses. Being conscious of your goals makes it easier to plan a way to get there. So, break your retirement needs down into very specific numbers.
Try using a retirement calculator if you're struggling to come up with a goal number or your next financial planning moves. That awareness will help you move toward your goal, even if it's a little bit at a time.
Contribute to Your 401(k)
If you have a 401(k), 403(b) or TSP through your employer, work on maxing it out or adding to it as much as you can.
It pays to do your research. Be aware of different retirement plan options. Talk to your HR department to get clear on what your company offers.
Does your employer participate in a retirement matching program? If they have agreed to match what you're saving for retirement (usually up to 5%,) try to make that your minimum investment. That extra boost will make a huge difference in the long run.
Invest in Yourself
If you think taking classes was just for your 20s, think again. Learning a new skill is important for your mind and your career. Getting that certification or applying for a new position at work keeps you marketable, sharpens your mind and can earn you more money. The world is changing rapidly. Keeping up with those advances will help you stay adaptable and valuable in your career.
Be Wary of Lifestyle Inflation
Someone in their 40s is likely to be established in their career and family lives. As a result, it's easy to get lax on a budget. If you can afford more than your needs, it's tempting to start upgrading. Maybe you want a nicer car, bigger backyard or fancier vacation.
It's fine to treat yourself and your family but do it consciously. Keep it within the parameters of your major financial goals. Don't let your costs get out of control.
Check Up on Your Asset Allocation
Have you looked over your investments in awhile? You might not want to assume as much risk with your investments as you did when you were younger. Your portfolio should be diversified in a way that feels balanced to you.
Try to rebalance at least once a year. You should have a healthy mix of stocks, bonds and cash in your portfolio.
Ask for Help with Financial Planning Moves
Finally, your 40s is an ideal time to work with a financial planner. You probably have a more consistent income and aren't dealing with the major family and career shifts that come with your 20s and 30s. You also have enough time before retirement to make some strategic financial planning moves.
So if managing your finances and planning for the future feels overwhelming, or you don't have the time to dedicate to it, a financial planner can help you sort through it all. Look for an experienced fee-only financial advisor who will collaborate with you, your family, and your long-term goals to create a plan that's right for you.

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From the Velvet Underground
Jenny said
When she was just five years old
There was nothing happening at all
Every time she puts on a radio
There was a nothin' goin' down at all,
Not at all
Then one fine mornin'
She puts on a New York station
You know, she couldn't believe
What she heard at all
She started dancin'
To that fine fine music
You know her life
Was saved by rock 'n' roll
Despite all the amputations
You know you could just go out
And dance to a rock 'n' roll station
It was my mother's fault, actually. I came home from school one day and our little black and white TV was on, my mother watching American Bandstand! "What is this?" I asked. She had it on wanting to know what the Twist was. I was hooked and still am. From then on it was my tiny transistor radio underneath my pillow at night playing until the battery ran out or my dad yelling at me to turn that off!
Oh my, and then I discovered Soul Train on Saturday mornings. Exotic thin black people with their perfectly groomed Afros and matching polyester jump suits dancing single file showing off their individual moves. Mesmerized and hooked was I.
I grew up in sunny California in between Santa Monica and Santa Barbara close to Silver Strand Beach. We lived right next door to a black family. They had a daughter the same age as me and she was my best friend. I thought nothing of it at the time, more on that later. Anyway, I was allowed to go see James Brown with my best friend and her family. I was probably ten and the only white kid, person, there. The show was being held in the back of a restaurant in the Wagon Wheel section of Oxnard. It was a dried up river bed. I just remember standing on our old 60's cars watching James Brown gyrate across the stage, never giving a thought to being the only white kid, person in the crowd.
My dad passed when I was twelve. We moved away from that neighborhood and I pretty much lost my best friend. It was during the time of the Watts Riots and I guess it was not cool for black and white kids to hang out; I just thought she did not like me anymore. I became a very sad melancholy teenager; the times were so tumultuous with racial tensions and the Vietnam War, scary trying to survive in a California high school. Joni Mitchell became my go to girl. "River", "The Last Time I Saw Richard" "California" "You Turn Me On, I'm a Radio". She knew my pain and she could say what I could not.
Teenage years were full of drugs sex and rock and roll. I think back now of the musicians we saw, living in sunny California that no one else even knew about yet; Jimi Hendrix in a tent in Santa Barbara, Johnny Lee Hooker in some dive, Little Richard one New Year's Eve. And the Moody Blues at the Los Angeles Forum. Oh yeah, let's not forget the mini Woodstock featuring Earth, Wind and Fire. Our "New York Station" was KMET in Los Angeles with Eddie Rabbit crooning over the airwaves with that country cowboy twang. I look back on all those "good times" and have to believe it was my mother's prayers that got me through.
And now, music is still so important to me, but it is different. If I do not recognize a song I am hearing I can lift up my iPhone and Shazum will identify it for me. I have my Pandora and Spotify apps, I can listen to any type music I want. I have Sirius in my car, no commercials for this girl. I live in sunny Florida now and have already purchased my tickets to see Commander Cody, "Hot Rod Lincoln" next month at our local venue with a very dear friend opening. Can't wait, no drugs, though.
Think it is time to turn on some tunes. I hear Dwight Yoakam calling my name.


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The Bernie Sanders campaign is accusing Democratic presidential front-runner Hillary Clinton of "looting" money from a joint account meant in part for state parties, the latest brawl between the camps over precious fundraising dollars in the closing weeks of their primary race.
The dispute is over the Hillary Victory Fund, established by Clinton last summer and comprising her presidential campaign, the Democratic National Committee and 32 state party committees.
The joint effort so far has raised $61 million, but only 1 percent ultimately stayed in state party accounts, according to an analysis by Politico of federal election records.
The analysis, which was challenged by the Clinton campaign, said the fund had transferred $3.8 million to the state parties, then quickly transferred $3.3 million of the money to the DNC.
Sanders campaign manager Jeff Weaver said the transfers are tantamount to money "laundering" and suggested Clinton is "looting" the state party coffers to side-step campaign finance laws.
"The Clinton campaign should let the state parties keep their fair share of the cash," Weaver said in a statement Monday, ahead of the Indiana primary on Tuesday. "If Secretary Clinton can't raise the funds needed to run in a competitive primary without resorting to laundering, how will she compete against Donald Trump in a general election?"
He also said the fund setup allows Clinton to "skirt" fundraising limits on her presidential campaign, because it lets her solicit donations of $350,000 or more from wealthy backers.
The Clinton campaign has responded to the accusations, saying they raised closer to $46 million and roughly $4.5 million already has been transferred to state parties, with an additional $9 million to be distributed in the coming months as state parties prepare for the general election.
"Helping Democrats win up and down the ballot is a top priority for Hillary Clinton," said Hillary for America campaign spokesman Josh Schwerin.
He said the money is already being used to staff operations in battleground states Ohio, Florida, Virginia and beyond, including registering voters, recruiting volunteers and boosting get-out-the-vote efforts.
Schwerin also said the operations are being run jointly by the DNC and state parties "to elect progressives across the country in November."
To be sure, raising money may become more challenging as the campaigns drag on -- and when the prevailing candidate shifts to a general election battle.
The Sanders campaign, for example, reportedly raised $25.8 million in April, down from $44 million in March and $43.5 million in February. Clinton reportedly raised $26.4 million last month.
The Sanders campaign signed a similar joint-fundraising agreement with the DNC that appears largely inactive. However, he has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through his donor list for several progressive House candidates, according to Politico.
This is not the first time the Sanders campaign has accused the Clinton camp of fundraising shenanigans.
Last month, the campaign sent an open letter to the DNC accusing the Clinton campaign of "apparent violations" in fundraising.
The campaign raised concerns about the victory fund reportedly receiving individual contributions of $354,400 or more, because they far exceed the $2,700 limit on campaign contributions. Another concern was such contributions appearing to have been used to pay for $16.4 million in advertising and solicitations for Hillary for America, rather than for the DNC or any state party committees.
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Facebook is trying to make its service more marketer friendly and now that it has acquired Instagram, they're making that platform more marketer friendly too with their own insider blog.
They're using Tumblr to publish "Tools and tips to help marketers inspire and engage on Instagram."
The post features several brands who they think are doing a better job than you are at pushing their goods and services through its platform.
Subscribe and check out the post for yourself, as the writers go into detail about each of these points:
1. Be true to your brand
2. Share experiences
3. Find beauty everywhere
4. Inspire action
5. Know your audience
At first glance, it may seem like a no-brainer but creating a lifestyle brand isn't something that happens overnight.
We find that the best Instagram accounts are managed by someone who understands the medium, uses it themselves, and is wildly ecstatic about the product they're promoting. We encourage you to subscribe to their blog and implement a few of the tips each week – you'll be surprised how much this platform will start creating brand advocates.
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Relationship: an interpersonal association between two or more people or organizations. At IWC Texas, our roots took hold because of the relationships we have developed professionally over many years of collaborative efforts. IWC Texas, LLC is a commercial general contractor & land developer headquartered on the historic Downtown McKinney Square. We deliver a great product only after developing a better relationship with the client. Whether our client is a landowner, business owner, architect, or an engineer, developing a relationship is essential to turning their vision into a reality. With a client focused, solutions oriented mindset; our goal is to add value to a project bringing a creative mind, attention to detail from concept to completion, and a commitment to timeliness and safety. The foundation of our business is built on great relationships. We measure our success one new relationship at a time.
Mr. Theilen has over 12 years of experience in general contracting and construction management. Prior to founding IWC Texas, Mr. Theilen was President of a General Contracting company where he oversaw all aspects of the company including client acquisition, project management and team supervision. His experience interpreting civil engineer, architectural, structural and MEP plans make him a strong contributor through the planning and budgeting phase and his experience in permitting, building, and fire codes make him an equally strong contributor through all phases of construction. Mr.Theilen has OSHA 10 Hour and OSHA 30 Hour Certifications for Construction Safety and Health, First Aid, Adult/Child CPR and Adult/Child AED through the American Heart Association.
Mr. Theilen lives in Plano with his wife and their four children.
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Mr. Spencer lives in Anna with his wife and their three children.
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Mr. Schaeffer lives in Allen with his wife and their three children.
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Our Main Branch in Hornell displaying the whimsical artwork of Renee E. Coombs. Coombs is a self taught artist who executes her whimsical, bright and colorful subject matters primarily in acrylic on canvas. Her artwork is not only known locally but, also in Boston, Florida, Arizona and is currently in two galleries in Virginia. Her work may also be seen on Facebook at reneecoombsartwork.


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Borno gets NUC's approval for new varsity
As part of efforts to restore its glory in educational development, the Borno State government has secured approval for a new university located in its capital, Maiduguri.
Governor Kashim Shettima, who led a state delegation to the National Universities Commission, NUC, in Abuja for the approval, said the new university will kick off in January 2017.
Shettima noted that at full maturity, the University is expected to have 12 faculties, 77 Departments, 281 undergraduates and school of post graduate studies as well as basic and Remedial studies.
He disclosed that plans were already underway to establish two more universities in the state in 2017 to bring the number of higher institutions in the state to 10, adding that the new universities will help to stem the tide of insurgency in the state.
"If we are serious about ending Boko Haram, if we are serious about rebuilding Borno and repositioning it for the future, there is nothing like providing quality and affordable education to our teeming population of uneducated youths," he said.
The governor also lamented that "Borno State has been taken 50 years backward, no thanks to the vicious Boko Haram we inherited in 2011.
"As we all know, hate for education is the fundamental principle of the Boko Haram. This explains why they focused so many attacks on educational institutions."
Speaking on the scale of destruction carried out by Boko Haram, he said "in the educational sector alone, a total of 5, 335 classrooms and other academic buildings were destroyed by insurgents across 512 primary schools, 38 secondary schools and two tertiary institutions in Borno State."
While handing over the approval letter, the Executive Secretary of NUC, Prof. Abubakar Rasheed, said NUC was fully satisfied with infrastructures put in place for the take-off of the institution.
Rasheed noted that the approval brings the number of state universities in the country to 143.
"Consequent upon the formal presentation of the relevant gazetted law, Academic Brief and Physical Master Plan and satisfactory report, I write on behalf of the National Universities Commission, NUC, to inform His Excellency, that with effect from Monday 7, November, 2016, Borno State University, located in Maiduguri, has been recognised," he said.


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Slough House #4
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Thriller | Thriller Spy
When a suicide bomber kills 42 people in a London shopping
center under the guise of a flash mob, the British
Intelligence community goes on high alert. This also
includes the screw-ups of the Intelligence world,
dubbed "slow horses," who've been exiled to Slough House,
where they've been condemned to drudge away at a series of
dubious and mind-numbing projects. Slough House, a shabby
array of offices under the leadership of the wily,
outspoken, yet highly intelligent Jackson Lamb, is not
noted for its efficient personnel, but they are always
striving to prove the upper echelons of MI5 wrong about
"Slow horse" River Cartwright is determined to protect his
grandfather, David Cartwright, a former legendary spy in
the early stages of dementia, especially when David starts
talking about his old cases that should remain secret. When
a murder occurs in the old man's home, it is feared MI5 has
decided to retire David permanently. The misfit agents now
have something juicy to reconnoiter since it so closely
involves one of their own.
When these two plotlines converge and intersect, it's
obvious that secrets from the past are not staying buried.
It becomes a mad investigative scramble from top to bottom
in the British Intelligence agencies with Slough House in
the middle of the mix.
SPOOK STREET is the fourth book in Mick Herron's
cleverly written British
spy fiction series about the
oddball agents of Slough House, following SLOW
LIONS and REAL
TIGERS. Herron infuses his narrative with
snappy dialog, crafty twists and turns, witty and dark
humor, as well as some of the most quirky characters
around. I've enjoyed each of the books in this series and
always find them hard to put down. Yes, you can read SPOOK
STREET as a stand-alone, but to better appreciate these
unique agents and their incredible exploits, I suggest you
read all of them in the order I've listed. It's obvious
that some revelations in SPOOK STREET will lead to at least
another book, and I can't wait to read it.
A shakeup at MI5 and a terrorist attack on British soil
set in motion clandestine machinery known to few modern
spies. David Cartwright isn�t a modern spy, however; he�s
legend and a bonafide Cold War hero. He�s also in his dotage
and losing his mind to Alzheimer�s. His stories of �stotes�
hiding in the bushes, following his every move have been
dismissed by friends and family for years. Cartwright may be
losing track of reality but he�s certain about one thing:
Old spooks don't go quietly and neither do the secrets they
What happens when an old spook loses his mind? Does the
Service have a retirement home for those who know too many
secrets but don�t remember they�re secret? Or does someone
take care of the senile spy for good? These are the
questions River Cartwright must ask when his grandfather, a
Cold War�era operative, starts to forget to wear pants and
begins to suspect everyone in his life has been sent by the
Home Office to watch him.
But River has other things to worry about. A bomb has
detonated in the middle of a busy shopping center and killed
forty innocent civilians. The agents of Slough House have to
figure out who is behind this act of terror before the
situation escalates.
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Horror movie roundup
October 9, 2017
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Muschietti makes a riveting adaptation of Stephen King's iconic novel
Amazing acting and incredible visuals define this popular horror film
As many know, "It" was originally created by the popular horror novelist Stephen King in 1986. The plot was centered on a group of outcasted children being terrorized by Pennywise, a sinister shape-shifting clown that takes the form of his victim's worst fears.
Being one of his most famous works, the popular thriller novel was adapted into a miniseries four years after its publication. Unfortunately, this 1990 adaption of the book would fail to impress many, earning a 57% on Rotten Tomatoes with critics claiming its only remarkable quality was Tim Curry's performance as Pennywise.
However, the newest version of "It", released on September 8, 2017, not only has a notably sensational portrayal of Pennywise by Swedish actor and model, Bill Skarsgård, but also incredible child actors, a good atmosphere, creative scares and an excellent soundtrack.
The incredibly adept cast of child actors give a genuine depiction of childhood grief and isolation while showing as much skill as educated professionals. At no point throughout the film did poor acting or stunted dialogue pull me out of the story, and I found myself truly becoming attached even to characters who only appeared for short amounts of screen times
The fine-tuned details seen throughout "It" only increased my appreciation for the movie. Amongst the background, eagle-eyed viewers could find a deadly easter egg hunt, creepy library patrons skulking in the background and a motif of lurking red balloons.
It's clear this film was made with painstaking focus on the visuals, every scene using lighting, proper set decor and a detailed costumes to create an atmosphere that emotionally adds to the situation and characters.
However, while what scares someone is different for all individuals, I personally found the jumps in "It" to be predictable and cheesy, with an overuse of imagery that was noticeably computer generated. The film's noticeable lack of any ambiguity or suspense also ruined the scariness of the story.
Pennywise defies the common trend in horror films of keeping the main monster a mystery in appearance. Most of it's entrances are rather extravagant ordeals (Pennywise even frantically dancing in one of them) that ruin all chance of tension.
Though "It" is full of creepy, innovative visuals, it doesn't have an eerie tone or any real terrors to make this a truly frightful movie. Honestly, "It" fits in more of a coming-of-age, fantasy genre due to the film's occasionally choppy comedic exchanges, focus on childhood drama, extravagant visuals and ultimately heart-warming ending.
However, these flaws don't make "It" any less of a well-done, intriguing movie. Even with a running time of of two hours and 15 minutes, it's impossible not to be hooked on this adrenaline-rushing, surprisingly poignant film.
A prequel that upstages its predecessor
Despite "Annabelle"'s flaws, its prequel, "Annabelle: Creation", is a riveting watch.
"Annabelle," a branch of "The Conjuring" franchise, was the over-hyped horror movie of 2014 that was expected to be as well-done and original as it's companion films. Ultimately, it failed to meet such hopes due to its dullness, predictability and lack of genuine frights.
Despite such poor reviews, the financial success resulted in an initially unwanted prequel: "Annabelle: Creation," which most expected to be just as unoriginal and boring as its predecessor.
"Creation" focuses on a nun and six orphaned girls being housed by a former toy-making couple who've lost their six-year-old daughter, Annabelle.
To everyone's shock, "Annabelle: Creation" proved itself to be an incredibly frightful film, full of intense and creative jumpscares.
However, this movie certainly isn't intellectually or emotionally profound. It's not going to make you contemplate any philosophical issue, but innovative scares make up for all of the film's flaws. The director of the movie, David F. Sandberg, is merciless in his attempts to terrify you.
By not holding back on suspense, and cunningly using common fears, such as the dark, scarecrows and creepy dolls, he delivers a petrifying film.
Fans of the "Conjuring" series will definitely enjoy this latest installment, which features several easter eggs. Some of them including Valek (the malevolent villain of "The Conjuring 2"), a brief appearance of the original Annabelle doll that the movie is based off of, multiple post-credits scenes and an ending that cleverly ties in with the original film.
"Annabelle: Creation" is a worthy prequel and a frightful delight for both regular viewers and fans of "The Conjuring" series that I would thoroughly recommend for anyone hoping to be scared out of their mind.
Madness Condensed Into One Movie
Mother! delivers a high-intensity, fast paced thriller, feeding fans satisfaction
Gut-wrenching barely scratches the surface for "Mother!" as it displays gunshots of sickening emotions and a whole new definition of violence.
The film features two nameless couples, the first played by Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem, and the second being two strangers played by Michelle Pfeiffer and Ed Harris. Their meeting triggers a massive wave of commotion that spirals out of control.
I've waited for this film for months. Director Darren Aronofsky managed to gorge out every bit of sanity my mind was capable of holding in "Requiem for a Dream" and "The Black Swan" and I did not expect any less from "Mother!".
Though I have to admit, this film left me confused when I first stumbled out of the theater. Copious amounts of vague symbolism were smashed into this two-hour flick and it left me with a sense of hesitation towards "Mother!" and regretfully, Aronofsky.
After putting more thought into the movie and digesting explanations from Aronofsky, I realize that this film isn't meant to be simple at all. This is very complicated, very deranged and very outstanding.
The biggest highlight from the film was Jennifer Lawrence's exceptional performance. She illustrated a radiating goddess on one end and a hysteric slasher soaked in blood on the other end.
This paired with the "soundtrack" really hit the spot for me. One Skeeter Davis cover of "The End of The World" by Patti Smith was layered on top of the ending credits, but no other soundtrack was present throughout the film.
What they did instead was exaggerate every sound in the film; the fly buzzing outside, Lawrence picking up a glass of water, sliding her hands against the table. All emphasized more than it needs to, luring the audience in and forcing them to pay closer to details. The lack of any soundtrack was almost a soundtrack itself.
I personally highly appreciated "Mother!" from beginning to end, but the movie isn't for everyone. It's difficult to recommend this to all, because it can really twist your emotional and mental limits. But if you're seeking for something to stir and crush you inside out while being able to stomach gore, this might be the film you've been looking for.
Oplev's Downfall
Horror film remake brings disappointment to the table
Nials Arden Oplev, genius creator of film "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" and "Dead Man Down," etches disappointment into the audiences' minds with his recent remake of "Flatliners." Pointless and monotonous, "Flatliners" was able to do just one thing: flatline me to boredom.
I won't lie ; the mid-summer release of the first trailer snapped my attention with an intriguing concept: medical students playing with science and temporarily stopping beating hearts to see what's beyond death.
Ellen Page's appearance as Courtney definitely contributed to my decision to watch this film. Her performance in "Juno" was in-character and left me in silent awe. I was a little skeptical on this one though — "Flatliners" would be too serious for her usual childish and reckless personality in movies.
I was right. Page's acting fell short but didn't lack as much as the other major roles in the film. Kiersey Clemons (as Sophia) and James Norton (as Jamie) were exceptionally forgettable characters, bundled there to only exaggerate the plotline. Nina Dobrev (as Marlo) was also extremely unnecessary, with facial expression fruitless as ever. Page just shouldn't work for thriller films.
That wasn't the tipping point for me though. What really irked me was the amateurish editing and the choppy transitions.
The messy color gradation and the absent blend between computer graphics and actor was simply rushed and unprofessional. Careless, silly plot holes were peppered throughout the film. Unfitting soundtracks were dispersed in the worst possible moments. Their $19 million budget could've gone to much better use.
Ben Ripley, writer of "Flatliners," is clearly ill-knowledgeable in comedy and romance. Even the serious romantic wedge of the film was utterly spoiled by a dialogue between Ray (played by Diego Luna) and Marlo: "What do you see in me?" "You're hot." Try going on a date or two, Ripley.
Plain and simple: "Flatliners" is merely about oblivious rich kids that open unnecessary amounts of bottled wine and are too self-centered for their greater good to mourn for their friend's death, all accompanied by one-toned jump scares. Cheap and pathetic, "Flatliners" deserves the 2 percent it got on Rotten Tomatoes.


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As soon as I saw this picture I was immediately reminded of the fairy world in Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell. The eerie grandeur and sense of abandonment are hauntingly similar to Susanna Clarke's novel. Not only does this picture serve as a form of inspiration on it's own, but the memory of Clarke's novel is an inspiration for me as well. Although we don't remember an author's specific words, characters, or even plot, the way a story makes us feel is what truly sticks with us and determine's our feelings towards a book. Clarke's story had such a pervading sense of mystery and gloom that it will always stick with me. Using beautiful and unique imagery, similar to this picture of the Paris Opera House, is one way to ensure that your readers never forget the way your writing made them feel.
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Mango fiesta
The summer king fruit is finding its way into authentic regional thalis as cooked fare.india Updated: Apr 25, 2010 15:38 IST
The best thing about summers is the fact that mangoes are the 'it fruit' of the season. And because they are in such demand during this time, that most regions have specialised recipes for not just desserts, but also for main courses. It's amazing how we can obsess over the fruit in its small seasonal longevity.
So begin the long ensuing summer mango festivals that are ensuing in all major desi-fared restaurants throughout the city. Rajdhani, the authentic Rajasthani gourmet eatery is adding a whole new mango menu as part of their ongoing mango festival on till the end of May. In addition to their gloriously wholesome thali are additions, which include aam ras, aam panna, mango lassi and mango milkshake in their drink menu.
The main dishes that have made to the special mango festival thali include mango shrikhan, mango savviyan, mango chutney, Chunda (sweet mango pickle) and a signature special Rajdhani recipe called Aam Launji. Specially prepared by their in house chef, Neti Singh Maharaj, this exotic Jodhpuri dish is a traditional summer vegetable preparation that is essentially made of raw mango, jaggery and various spices.
Rajdhani, made it its endeavour to serve something interesting in their thali of mango – that wasn't available anywhere else. Enjoy the fare and pay a desi thali a visit.
Mango sabzi spread
While the Mango festival at Rajdhani invites you with its exotic Aam Launji, we give you a host of other must-try recipes.
Mangai Vepampoo Pachadi
Popular in South India, this fairly easy dish to make is a must for April, when the mangoes are still raw.
1 raw mango n 3 sliced green chillies n 1/2 tsp crushed jaggery n 1/2 tsp mustard seeds n 1 tsp vepampoo n 1 tsp oil n 4-5 curry leaves n coriander leaves n salt to taste
Chop the mango into big cubes. Boil the mango cubes with green chillies and salt for seven to eight minutes until cooked. Add the jaggery, stir well and heat for a couple of minutes. Heat oil in a pan, add the mustard seeds and vepampoo, sauté until it splutters. Add the sauteed ingredients to the mango mixture and mix well. Garnish with curry leaves and coriander leaves.
Dhaniya Mangodi
Another popular Rajasthani dish, this is made with some gravy and is best enjoyed with rice.
Mangodi - 200 gms n Cumin seeds - 1/2 spoon n Asafoetida - 1/4 spoon n Tumeric Powder - 1/4 spoon n Red Chilli Powder - 1/2 spoon n Coriander Powder - 1/2 spoon n Salt to Taste n Chopped Coriander leaves n Oil for frying
Fry the mangodi in oil till it becomes golden brown. Mix tumeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, salt and water to make a paste. Heat oil in a kadai, temper cumin and add asafoetida. Add the spices paste, and cook till the masala leaves oil. Add the mangodi to the gravy and cook for 15 mins with required water. Add coriander leaves and serve hot with rice.
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University of Idaho football coach Paul Petrino was named the Sun Belt Conference Coach of the Year, the league announced today.
The award comes after Petrino, 49, who was born in Butte, led the Vandals to wins in six of their last eight games. Idaho finished at 8-4 overall and 6-2 in league play.
Petrino, a former Carroll College quarterback, will lead the Vandals in the Idaho Famous Potato Bowl against Colorado State on Dec. 22. The appearance will mark Idaho's first bowl game since 2009.
Idaho Athletic Director Rob Spear, a 1976 Butte Central graduate, hired Petrino in December 2012. Petrino was the offensive coordinator at Illinois at the time Spear lured him to the Palouse.
The Vandals went 1-11 as an independent in 2013. Idaho joined the Sun Belt in 2014, and the Vandals finished 1-10. Idaho started to turn things around last year, finishing 4-8 in a season that saw the Vandals lose three games by a touchdown or less.
Now, Petrino and the Vandals are bowl bound.
Petrino is the son of former Butte Central and Carroll College coach Bob Petrino. His brother Bobby is the head coach at Louisville.
The Petrinos still have family living in the Mining City.


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Guilt is the scourge of our emotional body. Guilt kills, robs and maims our happiness. It lies in wait, partnered with shame, in the shadows of our consciousness; much like a predator lies hidden in the tall grass eager for its prey, hungry for the kill.
What does guilt kill in us? Our good. And, it destroys our ability to accept the good that comes our way and our capacity to contain the good, both in big ways and small ways:
We have trouble accepting a compliment.
We lay awake at night, miserable and sleepless.
We over-apologize and under-adjust.
We withdraw.
We let doomsdayers persuade us because we're weakened by our own dismal mind management system.
We share our troubles and not our triumphs – the big ones and small ones.
We let fear-based thinking dominate our minds, while love-based thoughts recede to the background.
We deny happiness.
We remain in frustrating or often unacceptable circumstances of many kinds because of the now notoriously common condition: unworthiness.
A little bit goes a long way
According to Psychology Today writer, Paul Glanzrock, in an article titled, In Praise of Guilt, he suggests that a little bit of guilt allows us to manage our mistakes maturely and conscientiously, but a little bit can go a long way.
"Levels of guilt and self-esteem are closely related. Individuals with low self-esteem are more prone to deep feelings of guilt than those with high self-esteem."
Crime and punishment
"Guilt is the same mistake in another form," advises the late, great spiritual teacher, Aquarian, Hugh Prather, in his classic work on A Course in Miracles, The Quiet Answer.
In a court of law, the justice system determines crime and punishment, once and for all.
In the ego's courtroom, we are tried repeatedly for victimless crimes and given mandatory and continual punishment, often to the degree of inhumane treatment.
Where did we learn this? Does it matter?
Analyzing the problem or negative condition doesn't miraculously transform the issue from bad to good.
"Why did I do that?! Why did that happen?! How could so and so say such a thing?!"
One of my favorite spiritual practices is giving up asking 'why.' When I stop asking 'why' about a situation, circumstance, condition, experience or whatever, the story ends. As soon as we stop re-acting about something, it's over, and, then, we can move on.
Or, as my wise Aunt Sharon from South Carolina is prone to advise, "Build a bridge and get over it!" She's an Earth sign.
The answer to the question, 'why,' rarely changes the feelings that are prompting the pleading question. The question, 'why,' keeps us in our heads, safe from feeling the feelings; but, feelings are what make us human.
And, the answer doesn't usually change the outcome, and never gives emotions a free pass. We still have to feel the feelings of life or live as robots covered in flesh.
Our feelings can liberate us when we express them, or enslave us until we express them and release them.
Thoughts That Weaken You
In an excerpt from his brilliant masterpiece, Authentic Wisdom, Taurean, Dr. Wayne Dyer, teaches us that thoughts of guilt and shame can have a tremendous impact on our total well-being:
"If a simple thought will make the muscles of your arm go weak or strong; imagine what it must be doing to all of the other muscles and organs of your body! Your heart is a muscle that's weakened by thoughts that disempower (dishearten) you. Your kidneys, liver, lungs, and intestines are all surrounded by muscles that are affected by your thoughts.
The thought that makes most people the weakest is shame, which produces humiliation. The importance of forgiving yourself cannot be stated strongly enough. If you carry around thoughts of shame about what you've done in the past, you're weakening yourself both physically and emotionally.
Similarly, if you use a technique of shame and humiliation on anyone to get them to reform, you're going to create a weakened person who will never become empowered until those shameful and humiliating thoughts are removed.
Removing your own thoughts of shame involves a willingness to let go, to see your past behaviors as lessons you had to learn and to reconnect to your source through prayer and meditation.
After shame, guilt and apathy thoughts make you the weakest. They produce the emotions of blame and despair. To live in guilt is to use up your present moments being immobilized over what has already transpired.
No amount of guilt will ever undo what's been done. If your past behavior mobilizes you to learn from your mistakes, this is not guilt; it's learning from the past.
Releasing guilt is like removing a huge weight from your shoulders. Guilt is released through the empowering thought of love and respect for yourself. You empower yourself with love and respect, letting go of standards of perfection and refusing to use up the precious currency of your life, the now, with thoughts that only continue to frustrate and weaken you."
Who's the guiltiest party in the Zodiac?
Fire signs. The idealism associated with all three of the Fire signs (Aries, Leo and Sagittarius) lends itself to feelings of guilt when life doesn't go the way idealism dictates. Fire signs are also the most prone to the crippling condition known as perfectionism.
"Life should be this or that way! People ought to be that or this way! Things are supposed to be this way!" "I could be perfect!" These are all battle cries from our idealistic Fire sign warriors.
If there's no Fire sign handy, guilt will assault the Water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) until they collapse into a depressive state, or simply shrink back from their happiness factor, leaving guilt satiated, satisfied and smug.
Air signs and Earth signs tend to be more detached and pragmatic, respectively.
Air signs (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) want to keep things moving along and guilt is too much of a show stopper, as far as they're concerned.
Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn) are realistic – the opposite of idealistic - enough to recognize that the human condition is both fragile and resilient at the same time. Guilt is a waste of time so they tend to move through it more easily than their zodiacal siblings.
If You Are Unhappy
Once upon a time, there was a nonconforming sparrow who decided not to fly south for the winter.
However, soon the weather turned so cold that he reluctantly started to fly south. In a short time, ice began to form on his wings and he fell to earth in a barnyard, almost frozen.
A cow passed by and crapped on the little sparrow. The sparrow thought it was the end. But, the manure warmed him and defrosted his wings. Warm and happy, able to breathe, he started to sing.
Just then a large cat came by and hearing the chirping, investigated the sounds. The cat cleared away the manure, found the chirping bird and promptly ate him.
The moral of the story:
1. Everyone who craps on you is not necessarily your enemy.
2. Everyone who gets you out of the crap is not necessarily your friend.
3. And, if you're warm and happy in a pile of crap, keep your mouth shut.
The author of this favorite story is unknown, but appreciated.
Love your post - thanks for sharing! Yesterday so many unpleasant memories from the past entered my mind and I felt so guilty and worthless. Your post helped me understand that a Saggitarius is prone to feelings of frustration when life isn't ideal and that I need to let it go. Thanks for the wisdom!
Hi Linda,
I'm so glad this helped. Yes, Fire signs tend to struggle more than any of the elements, but understanding these tendencies helps so that you don't become overwhelmed by your own challenging patterns.
Thanks for your comments. Take care.
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SEATTLE (AP) – A United Nations panel has ruled Mexico's 2013 arrest and its continuing detention of a community police leader are illegal, raising hopes among her supporters she could be freed.
Nestora Salgado is a resident of the Seattle suburb of Renton who returned to her native Mexico and led a vigilante-style — but legal — community police force, which mounted patrols to protect residents from corruption and organized crime.
A dual U.S.-Mexico citizen, Salgado was arrested in August 2013 after people detained by her group said they had been kidnapped. A federal judge in Mexico cleared her of those charges, but a related state case has kept her imprisoned.
The International Human Rights Clinic at Seattle University Law School has been pursuing her case at the U.N.'s Working Group on Arbitrary Detention in Geneva, Switzerland, for about two years. In a decision reached in December — and communicated to her lawyers on Tuesday — the five-member panel called her arrest arbitrary and said Mexico should not only free her but compensate her for the violation of her human rights.
The U.N. group found that she was arrested for community policing, which is protected under Mexican law, and that authorities ignored her American passport. She was denied contact with her lawyers and family for almost year, the panel said, and in prison she has been denied adequate medical care and access to clean water.
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"In the first place, there is no doubt that the arrest and detention without charges is illegal and thus arbitrary," the U.N. group said. "Furthermore, the military arresting civilians for presumed crimes when national security is not at risk is worrying."
The ruling is not binding on Mexico, but it could increase pressure to release her, said Thomas Antkowiak, the law clinic's director.
"This is a very important channel for political pressure: We have an impartial, international panel that says she's detained illegally. I think it's kind of a breakthrough," he said. "We've been in ongoing negotiations with the government in Mexico, the federal government mainly, and those have gone nowhere. We're hoping this is going to inject new life into those negotiations."
The clinic also plans to ask the U.S. State Department to press for her release, he said.
A spokesman for the prosecutor's office in the southern state of Guerrero, Mexico, was not immediately available to discuss the ruling Tuesday. Mexican authorities typically do not comment about ongoing cases, though Guerrero's governor called for her release last year.
Salgado grew up in Olinala, a mountainous town of farmers and artisans in Guerrero. She moved to the U.S. when she was about 20, settling in the Seattle area, where she waitressed and cleaned apartments. She eventually began making trips back home, and she became involved in the community police following the killing of a taxi driver who refused to pay protection money to a cartel.
A state law allows Olinala and Guerrero's other indigenous communities to organize their own police forces.
Salgado was accused of kidnapping in connection with the arrest of several teenage girls on suspicion of drug dealing, and of a town official for allegedly trying to steal a cow at the scene of a double killing. The Guerrero state government said following the arrest that authorities had received complaints from the families of six kidnappings victims, including three minors, and that ransom had been demanded.
"She's endured over two years of illegal detention, without evidence or a trial against her," Antkowiak said. "She's a political prisoner."
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Nirvana Place Condo For sale and for rent in Pratumnak Hill ฿3,950,000
Nirvana Place. A truly amazing 2 bedroom apartment, located on Pratumnak Hill, central between Pattaya city, and Jomtien beaches.
This corner unit condo has been lovingly owned, and has received some excellent upgrades throughout the years. All of the furniture, appliances, fixtures and fittings are of high quality. Modern and light.
From the corner balcony there is a wonderful view of the city, which really comes to life at night when all the buildings, and street lights illuminate.
Nirvana Place is run as a condotel, serving privately owned condominium units, and offering a hotel style rental service. This again adds to the attraction of this property as owners can enjoy the large range of communal facilities, whether living here full time, or using it as a holiday retreat. Any rental investor can purchase with the peace of mind that their tenants will also appreciate these facilities, plus have an onsite management service.
Communal facilities include
- Lagoon style swimming pool
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This property is available for rent fully furnished for a minimum contract period of +12/m upwards.
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- Storage
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Rented Until 29 March 2019
( 6 Months 7 Days )
Reference number :: SRC3355
- Sale Price : ฿3,950,000
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- Living area : 107 sqm.
- Floor : 5
- Bedrooms : 2
- Bathrooms : 2
- Ownership : In Thai Name
- Location : Pratumnak Hill
- prices / sqm. : 36,916
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Seedstars Abuja Pitch Competition, Win All-Expense Paid Trip
Enspire incubator, in conjunction with Seedstars World, will be hosting the Seedstars Abuja Semi-Finals pitching competition on Saturday, June 20, 2015 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (WAT)
3 winners will be selected to participate in the Lagos finals on July 28th. There, one winner will be selected and receive an all-expense paid ticket to represent Nigeria in the Seedstars World Finals in Geneva, Switzerland!
Along with this grand prize, throughout the competition, participants will have the opportunity to network with investors, key entrepreneurs, corporate bodies and institutions from the local ecosystem.
To participate you must meet the following criteria:
1. Maximum 2 years since founding date
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KIN 200 Individualized Physical Education (1 credit)
Course Description
This course provides the opportunity to develop and implement a physical fitness program to meet your specific needs and desires for a healthy lifestyle.
Learning Results
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of the health-related components of physical fitness.
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results of the physical fitness testing and create goals for a 10-12 week fitness program that would
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• Design a personal physical fitness program that will be implemented for a 10-12 week time period.
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Real estate market may be confusing, and purchasing a house is often stressful. When viewing potential purchases, you should know exactly what to look out for. Additionally, making an offer on the property takes a strategic approach. This articles contains a variety of tips and ideas to help with making your real estate property purchase successful. www.youtube.com
Conduct a sex offender search in the area of your home you are interested in buying. Real estate brokers are not needed to disclose this info voluntarily, although a lot of must answer honestly if directly asked. Parents especially should be aware of these details before moving completely to another area. Make sure to look at the offense at length, as not all offenders are necessarily dangerous.
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Remember that while professionals in real estate industry have the technical know-how-to assist you from the shopping process, knowledge does not necessarily mean legitimacy. If something seems suspicious regarding the contract terms, agent, or the property, itself, seek additional guidance from someone who is just not poised to benefit financially from the decision to purchase a home.
While it is true that the housing marketplace has been around a downward trend, that isn't not so good news for all. Those who may benefit can be the wise buyers, the ones who didn't buy when real-estate was this sort of hot property. Using the advice inside the article, you will find a fantastic house with a bargain price.


text: ELITEGROUNDS WEBSITE - THE GAMING SOURCE [Coming Soon] -More Starcraft/Broodwar maps-Better Forum-Fan Sites-Starcraft 2 utilities/programsPlease e-mail me at firstname.lastname@example.com If you have any files to add to the site. 0 Comments Posted on 11 Jun 2010 by Celeron [WWW.CELENETWORK.COM] Learn about Google Adsense at http://www.celenetwork.com. You can earn money per click on your website as long as you follow Google's policies and terms of service. 0 Comments Posted on 07 Nov 2007 by Celeron [PRIVATE FILES] To gain access to private bots/files/hacks on www.elitegrounds.net please e-mail me at firstname.lastname@example.com 0 Comments Posted on 07 Aug 2007 by Celeron [ONLINE SUPPORT] I am willing to help fix your computer VIA online. E-mail me if you have any virus/trojan problems to firstname.lastname@example.com for a fast response. I will be able to remote connect to your computer and support you while you watch! You may learn a thing or two as well! 0 Comments Posted on 05 Jul 2007 by Celeron [GRAPHICS DESIGNER] looking for a graphics designer to help elitegrounds.net, please aim mystikownz if interested. 0 Comments Posted on 19 Jun 2007 by Celeron [Google Adsense] You can make online money at http://www.celenetwork.com by signing up at Google Adsense. Read the information at http://www.celenetwork.com to help you. 0 Comments Posted on 19 May 2007 by Celeron [Plan set for DST computer change] (AP) - Normally the switch to daylight-saving time isn't a big deal, but this Sunday, Jeff Ronner has to put people on the case. Ronner is a San Francisco-area field services manager for technology outsourcer Perot Systems Corp., and he handles computer systems for a big Perot client, Catholic Healthcare West. This week he was putting final touches on his plan to make certain that Catholic HealthCare's voicemail systems and other networks recognize daylight time. Those computers, like those of all but the most recent vintage, probably were programmed to believe that daylight-saving time begins the first Sunday in April and ends the final Sunday in October. Those rules, in place for two decades, were overturned by a 2005 U.S. law that extended daylight-saving time by three weeks in the spring and one week in the autumn. Read more • 0 Comments Posted on 12 Mar 2007 by Celeron [Symantec releases Norton 360] NEW YORK, NY – From a personal computer safety standpoint, you must feel much more secure after downloading, installing and running Windows Defender from Microsoft, right? Well, not so fast, hacker boy. Seems the "defense" in Windows Defender is playing a lot like the Edmonton Oiler defense these days and 'round here, we're calling that (insert colorful adjective here) "porous." "Windows Defender catches only 55% of spyware," says Rowan Trollope, vice president of Consumer Products and Solutions at Cupertino, CA-based Symantec Corporation. Read more • 0 Comments Posted on 12 Mar 2007 by Celeron [Harper: Tax deadline won't be extended] SASKTOON (CP) - While a computer glitch that is preventing people from filing their taxes online is "a very serious problem," it doesn't mean the deadline for filing a return will be extended, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Friday. "All I can say is, we're obviously . . . on the backs of the department to get on with fixing this problem as soon as possible," Harper said. "But we're confident at this point that it can be fixed in a way that will not disrupt the deadlines for tax filing." Read more • 0 Comments Posted on 12 Mar 2007 by CeleronContent Management Powered by CuteNews


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Our vision is to leverage organizational integrity, respect for humanity and appreciation for the fact that many people share common values that can be used to lead, motivate and inspire them.
Workforce management and human capital analytics combined with technology are going to continue to bring disruptive change to the global workplace over the next ten years. Interestingly, productivity is down as the use of technology proliferates. We see the changing attitudes of the millennial workforce and impact of social media and 7X24 digital micro worlds as something that must be taken into account as any company or organization plans for their 21st century workforce.


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The Sense pop-up is a dangerous computer infection which is classified as an adware program that sneaks in the targeted computers without providing prior information, and it performs a number of malicious activities after blocking some of the features of your system. The Sense pop-up infection often invades the system while watching live movies from unknown websites, and once it enters in the system, you will feel that the computer starts behaving strangely. This malicious application starts automatically every time you open the system, and display fake pop-up alerts about the health of your computer. After accessing your personal information, the Sense pop-up virus sends these details to the cyber thugs who use such information in online financial crimes. You will experience the connection issues, and frequent system crashes if this nasty adware infection is not removed from the system quickly.
Removal of Sense pop-up
You have to realize the seriousness of this issue as the Sense pop-up adware infection is an extremely dangerous threat. In this regard you have to find a way to get rid of this virus as soon as you are able to confirm the presence of the Sense pop-up. The manual process is a bit complicated due to which it is only recommended to the experienced computer users. The instructions for the manual removal are as under:-
Change the Mode of Operation from Normal to Safe Mode
You are required to restart the system and keep pressing the F8 key repeatedly to access the boot options menu. You have to select the safe mode option from the list of options displayed on the screen, and hit the Enter key to open the safe mode.
End the Malicious Processes
In the next step of this process you have to kill the associated processes of the Sense pop-up by accessing the windows task manager. Hold the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keys together, and click on the Processes tab as soon as you are able to see the task manager window. Kill the following malicious processes associated with this adware infection by using the "End Process" button:-
- %AppData%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].ex
Remove the Associated Data
Get rid of the associated data of the Sense pop-up. Following are the files hidden in the system files folder that you have to delete quickly:-
- %Desktopdir%\Sense pop-up ads.lnk
- %Programs%\Sense pop-up ads\Sense pop-up ads.lnk
Reverse the Modification in the Windows Registry
Access the registry editor by executing the Regedit command through Run option available in the start menu. Once the registry editor is started, delete the following entries associated with the Sense pop-up:-
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Sense pop-up ads\DisplayIcon %AppData%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe,0
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Sense pop-up ads
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Sense pop-up ads\UninstallString "%AppData%[RANDOM CHARACTERS][RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe" -u
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce\[RANDOM CHARACTERS] %AppData%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Sense pop-up ads\ShortcutPath "%AppData%\[RANDOM CHARACTERS]\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe" -u
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\Sense pop-up ads\DisplayName Sense pop-up ads
Reboot the PC once again in the normal mode, and if the manual removal process is successful, you have to run a complete system scan after updating the existing antivirus software.


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Top of the POPS! Father's Day email designs
Father's Day is a huge opportunity for retailers to nail down their email marketing strategy. There are various routes to go down to appeal to their recipients, and i've rounded up some emails with clever copy and dynamic designs for us to take a look at:
Sophie's top email designs for February
Stand out email campaigns from the past month.
Sophie's Top email designs for January
Welcome to the first of my monthly blog posts! Each month I will be sharing some of my favourite emails that have landed in my inbox. As a designer at Action Rocket, I get to create and build campaigns for great brands so I like to keep an eye on what trends and innovations are occurring in the industry. Take a look at some of the campaigns that have caught my this month, feel free to let me know what your thoughts are in the comments below!
Save Santa! New Look's Pixelated GIF Christmas Campaign
Christmas is always a prime season for seeing some of the most creative email designs. Planning starts early, from March in some cases, so it gives teams a lot of time to think up and deploy something innovative.
Here we have New Look, a UK based fashion retailer with it's pretty cool pixelated animations. We've seen GIF's and personalisation before but we loved the look and feel of this campaign. The use of typography throughout is also something to pay attention too. Take a look and let us know what you think. If you click on the images you'll be taken to the whole newsletter.
Email Inspiration: Black Friday 2015
Black Friday is responsible for a surge in promotional marketing emails every year, making it pretty difficult to stand out in the inbox. These ones managed to…


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Was a heated dry cycle selected?
Set the cycle and the options per instructions in the Use and Care Guide.
Use the Heated Dry or ProDry options for best drying results.
When selecting a "quick" wash or "1 Hour" wash cycle you need to make sure the Heated Dry option is selected to provide a dry program. If the Heated dry is not selected your "quick" cycle will not provide a dry program and your dishes will remain damp. (Selecting the Heated Dry option will increase the overall completion time of the cycle.) If you choose not to select the Heated dry option with the "quick" cycle, you may want to open your dishwasher door slightly after the cycle ends, otherwise this may allow for moisture to re-condense back onto your dishes and walls of dishwasher.


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Baghouse Filtration Applications
Waste Management Solutions for Metal Manufacturing Industry
There are several challenges faced by the metal manufacturing industry. Firstly, there is a drive to recover as much metal credit as possible before disposal of by-products as wastes. Secondly, there is a requirement to minimise waste generation or alternatively minimise the costs of managing the disposal of any hazardous waste material generated during the manufacturing process. Finally, keeping the company competitive by generating value or by reducing costs in the manufacturing process. Any solutions that...
By Tetronics (International) Limited based in Swindon, UNITED KINGDOM.
Waste Management Solutions for Metal Refining
Metal refining is increasingly seen as an essential part of natural resource conservation As sources of primary metals become scarcer or harder to excavate, the only viable solution is to extract and recycle secondary source of material already in circulation in a number of mass produced consumer products across the globe. The challenge is finding a technology that can efficiently recover these valuable metals from their less valuable materials. Tetronics can assist with a range of metal refining challenges,...
By Tetronics (International) Limited based in Swindon, UNITED KINGDOM.
Nomex filter bags for asphalt mixing site dust filtration
Nomex filter bag for higher temperature dust filtration ,widely applied in Asphalt mixing plant ,Kiln smoke in cement plant ,steel plant blast furnace smoke and so on. NOMEX filters offer one of the best total economies in a filtrationsystem because of higher air to cloth ratios, higher temperaturecapability, and a long wear life.
By Zhejiang Grace Envirotech Co., Ltd based in XIAOSHAN, CHINA.
Industrial Solution for food
Macrotek has designed and supplied systems for many different applications in the food sector including sugar, starch, corn, sugar cane and rendering. A common challenge in many of these industries is the collection and treatment of explosive dust. Baghouses were the primary technology for particulate clean up, however, recent major incidents and explosions in these industries, particularly sugar handling, have resulted in a review and change in dust system collection design and strategy. Macrotek is an...
By Macrotek Inc. based in Markham, ONTARIO (CANADA).
Knockers, Vibrators and Rappers for Dust Collectors
By Cleveland Vibrator Company based in Cleveland, OHIO (USA).
Temperature measurement and control devices for non-ferrous metals industry
TTEC thermocouples are used in various Non-Ferrous Metals Industries to accurately measure high temperatures under harsh conditions. TTEC Series 2000 Industrial Assemblies are used to measure molten metal temperatures in smelting applications. TTEC Series 1000 TECPAK thermocouples are used in large processing facilities to provide accurate Furnace Temperatures. The TTEC # 10-3633 custom Thermocouple with ¼" NPT process thread is utilized for Reclaimer Temperatures in the Aluminum Industry.
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I have been a professional piano player for many years. I grew up in Rochester NY and now live in Westchester. I enjoy playing many kinds of acoustic-oriented music including jazz, blues, country and roots. I listen to many other styles of music including electronic, power pop and funk. I am a sucker for a good melody. I enjoy collaborating with musicians from different musical worlds. I can be reached at inquiries_at_pytell_dot_com.
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@kalpana01 (4)
• India
8 Jan 07
I am very new to mylot, right now i dont have any friends in mylot.. looking forward to make friends here..
@estherlou (5017)
• United States
8 Jan 07
Not even sure. I have 7 pages of friends. Many have asked me to add them as friends, and I've asked others. I look at their interests first and then at their topics of discussion. If I see nothing objectionable, I usually add them as friends.
@Lady_Vincy (1540)
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I only have 8 but that is because i'm new. Hopfully soon i will get more.
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Well I have a habbit to respond to friend instantly. On MyLot I joined 3-4 days back only and till now I have 0 friend. :(


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Our Motivators/Values assessment survey reveals the 'Key' to engaging your people. When an individual's Key Motivators align with their job, their team and their organization, they will be more passionate and productive over the long-term. This unique assessment helps us understand "why" individuals are motivated to do what they do. We will know in advance what drives them, what they value in life, and how they like to be rewarded. Differences in Motivators can be at the root of much of your organization conflict.
It can be used to:
- Hire the right person
- Motivate and reward based your employees unique needs
- Engage your employees
- Improve communication and "irreconcilable differences"
- Team Building
- Career Building and Succession Planning
- Cultural Assessments
Below is a sample exerpt from a Workplace Motivators Report:
Below is a Normative Graph representing the Six Motivators/Values we measure along with the intensity of those Motivators/Values for our 'sample' person in comparison to National Mean. The more companies understand what individuals are passionate or strong about, the more effective they will be at tailoring their reward system and engaging their employees in the workplace. Conversely we can also learn about those things that are not as motivating for them and based on our indifferences we can better understand what might be sources of conflict for us with other team member and roles.
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2017 Annual Report
The City Planning and Development Department is pleased to release the 2017 Annual Report. This Annual Report details completed projects, projects currently underway and planning initiatives put in action over the past year. As you'll read in the report, our department has made a significant impact on the City's new projects and initiatives and we are on track for another productive year.
View previous year's Annual Reports.


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Montana Silversmiths Women's Eternity Band Ring
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- Montana Silversmiths Women's Eternity Band Ring
- Item # 281ABS
$79.00 Online Price
Additional Information
Product Features & Description
This ring features a silver and black design with sparkling accents.
Care and Maintenance:
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Care and Maintenance:
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- Rhodium plating over sterling silver
- Cubic Zirconia Stones
- Two sizes available


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Project Summary
When programming, we spend a substantial amount of our time working on programs that are not yet complete. For example, there can be blank spots, type errors or merge conflicts at multiple locations in the program. Conventional programming language definitions assign no formal meaning to incomplete programs like these, so development tools have no choice but to resort to ad hoc heuristics to provide various useful language services without interruption, including code completion, type inspection, code navigation, and live programming and debugging services.
We are working to develop a more principled approach to working with incomplete programs, rooted in the first principles of type theory. We model incomplete programs as programs with holes, which (1) stand for parts of the program that are missing; and (2) serve as membranes around parts of the program that are erroneous or, in the collaborative setting, conflicted.
Our results are broadly applicable, but we are incorporating them into Hazel, a web-based programming environment for an Elm-like functional language that is being designed from the ground up to support typed hole-driven development. The Hazel implementation is a work-in-progress. As Hazel evolves, we plan to apply it first to teach introductory functional programming.
The following paper describes this research vision in more detail.
- Toward Semantic Foundations for Program Editors (SNAPL, May 2017 [.bib])
- Slides
Research Result: Hazelnut (POPL 2017)
To start, we have developed a core calculus, called Hazelnut, that provides 1) a type system for expressions with holes in both expression and type position, and 2) a language of type-aware structured edit actions that insert holes automatically.
Research Paper
The following research paper, published at POPL 2017, details Hazelnut.
- Hazelnut: A Bidirectionally Typed Structure Editor Calculus (POPL, Jan. 2017 [.bib])
- Slides
We have mechanized the metatheory of Hazelnut using the Agda proof assistant.
HZ is a very simple reference implementation of Hazelnut, written in OCaml and compiled to JavaScript using js_of_ocaml. Hazel is derived from HZ.
Draft Paper: Hazelnut Live
We are now working to understand, from type-theoretic first principles, how we might evaluate the programs with holes that Hazelnut produces (without simply stopping at the first hole), and how we might granularly interleave editing with evaluation (i.e. live programming). The goal is for us to be able to provide both static and dynamic feedback to the programmer about every possible editor state in Hazel.
Research Paper
The following research paper details how we achieve this goal by borrowing machinery from both gradual type theory and contextual modal type theory.
- Live Functional Programming with Typed Holes (draft paper, July 2018)
We are mechanizing the metatheory of Hazelnut Live using the Agda proof assistant.
We have implemented the user interface elements described in the paper in Hazel.
Incubating Ideas
We have a number of ideas incubating — if you're interested in any of these, definitely get in touch. We would also love to hear about other ideas you might have.
Collaborative Editing
We are thinking about how to specify an edit action semantics that obeys the invariants necessary to make a Hazelnut program a convergent replicated data type (CRDT).
Programming by Direct Manipulation of GUIs with Typed Holes
We are thinking about how to integrate GUIs directly into Hazel expressions, and how to integrate Hazel expressions directly into GUIs.
Edit-Time Macros
We are thinking about how to use Hazel to programmatically control Hazel.
Edit Action Synthesis and Suggestion
We are thinking about how to suggest useful edit action suggestions for the programmer, using both semantic constraints and machine learning.
As Hazel evolves, we plan to apply it first to teach introductory functional programming courses, and later on we plan to use Hazel to do data analysis, music and visual art. One day, we hope that Hazel will be the foundation for a new kind of programmable wiki.
- Cyrus Omar, UChicago
- Ian Voysey, CMU
- Matthew A. Hammer, CU Boulder
- Ravi Chugh, UChicago
- Brandon Kase
- Nick Collins, UChicago
- David Moon, CU Boulder
If you're interested in working on Hazel, in any capacity, or want a mentor to help you learn the necessary type theory, get in touch!
(h/t Vincent Zeng)


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It was bites, camera, action at Banbury and Bicester College on 24 May as students were filmed preparing and cooking food for a new NHS healthy eating app.
'One You Easy Meals' is a free app that shows how easy it is to eat healthier versions of popular meals. Nutritious versions of family favourites, including pronto pizza squares and fabulous fish pie, were filmed in close up at Activate Learning's Banbury and Bicester College.
Peter Harvey, Lifestyles Faculty Manager at Banbury and Bicester College, said:
"We're very happy to be participating in the NHS Healthy New Towns initiative. 10 towns from around the country, including Bicester, have been chosen for extra support to make residents' lives healthier. We help by filming easy, healthy meals to encourage people who don't cook to start cooking from fresh."
"We're hoping to film for the app on a regular basis as it also helps students to gain confidence and work on their attributes."
Catering student, Ellis Etheridge, said:
"It's good to raise awareness of healthy eating and show how easy it is to cook. You can go down to the kitchen and cook an easy meal in 10 minutes that is healthy and beneficial".
Classmate, Jamie Higgs, added:
"If you eat more healthy food you'll have a better lifestyle, be able to get off the sofa and go out and be sociable."
Search 'One You Easy Meals' to download the app.


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School's Out At Brits Bingo
Are you managing to survive having the kids under your feet 24/7? After Christmas, the summer holidays must be one of the most stressful times of the year and stopping the kids from killing each other over use of the games console is a selfless task. Brits Bingo appreciate how difficult this it can be, so have launched a 'School's Out' promotion to lend a hand.
Sadly, Brits Bingo cannot be there to pull the kids apart, but what they can do is host an exciting promotion that comes packed full of prizes that are designed to keep them entertained. If you want to join in the fun you will need to be quick, as you only have until midnight on Monday 14th August to qualify.
Brits Bingo Prize Draws
Thankfully, taking part in the 'Schools Out' promotions could not be easier, if you are one of Brits Bingo's funded players. Over the next three days, they will reward you with one prize draw entry each time you bingo on the Sun pattern in the Bingo Buddies room, one entry each time you purchase ninety-six cards for one of the Sunny 90's games and prize draw entry for every £2 you wager on these featured games; Paradise Reels, Sunny Money, 99 Time, Froots, Fruit basket and Rio Bingo. The good news is that there is no limit to the number of entries you can earn, so the more you play, the better your chances of winning a prize.
Brits Bingo Prizes
All the entries you have accumulated will automatically be included in the 'School's Out' prize draw. Brits Bingo will then draw ten lucky roomies names at random and each one will win a prize that is sure to put a smile on the kids' faces over the next few weeks; they are:
- 1st Place – A Intex frame pool
- 2nd and 3rd Places – A Lifestyle portable camping gas BBQ with lava rock each
- 4th and 5th Places – A giant inflatable unicorn each
- 6th and 7th Places – A portable two-person hammock each
- 8th to 10th Places – A paddle set with wooden racket beach ball each
Visit: Brits Bingo


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TSN reports that Mike Babcock has been named a finalist for the Jack Adams Trophy along with Washington's Bruce Boudreau and Montreal's Guy Carbonneau.
Although Boudreau is the likely winner, I'm thrilled that Babs is getting the recognition he deserves after three years as the Wings' coach. A lot of coaches would kill to have the personnel Babcock has on every unit, but I don't think that's a knock against him at all.
The fact is, what he's done so far has been remarkable. Babcock has changed the face of Red Wings hockey in a big way by instilling a team mentality. The team's veterans brought up through the Bowman and Lewis years have bought into Babcock's system wholesale. Babcock's team dispel stereotypes about soft European Red Wings every game.
In addition to adjusting the team's mentality, he's done done a tremendous job of maximizing the potential of individual forgotten players such as Dan Cleary and Mikael Samuelsson.
There are times where we fans disagree with some of Babcock's personnel decisions, but overall, there is very little negative to say about the guy and a whole lot of positive. I'd love to see him win coach of the year, for sure.


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Sunday Lunch
At Herolds Bay Resort we are famous for our Sunday lunches; we often hear guests say that it's the best in the Southern Cape! Freshly prepared by Chef Noddy and her dedicated team, visitors can look forward to traditional country-style cuisine like red wine oxtail, leg of lamb, stuffed pork roll, bobotie, and pumpkin fritters.
Every Sunday we offer 3 starters and 3 mains to choose from, so you can pick your favourites to build your own 3-course lunch something for the sweet tooth is always included, of course!
Prices start from R125 p.p. which includes a starter, main dish as well as dessert.


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JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia's president said Tuesday he will not accept any attempts by other countries to halt the execution of foreign drug traffickers.
The government has announced plans to execute eight people — one Indonesian and seven foreigners from Australia, Brazil, France, Ghana, Nigeria and the Philippines.
President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo told reporters that the death penalty is part of the country's legal system.
"I need to say explicitly that there shouldn't be intervention in the issue of the executions because of our legal and political sovereignty," Jokowi said. He added that he has received phone calls from some foreign leaders asking that the executions be canceled, but rejected their requests.
In January, the government brushed aside appeals from several countries and executed an Indonesian and five foreigners from Malawi, Nigeria, the Netherlands and Vietnam who were convicted of drug trafficking.
Also Tuesday, Jakarta's Administrative Court dismissed an attempt by Australians Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran to avoid execution by challenging Jokowi's rejection of their appeal for clemency. The court ruled that clemency is a prerogative of the president.
Jokowi has said he will reject all clemency appeals from drug offenders because Indonesia is suffering from a "drug emergency."
There are 133 people on death row in the country, including 57 for drug crimes.