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Piers Handling, CEO and Director of TIFF, and Cameron Bailey, Artistic Director of TIFF, today unveiled the first round of titles premiering in the Gala and Special Presentation programmes of the 43rd Toronto International Film Festival.
Of the 17 Galas and 30 Special Presentations, this first announcement includes 21 World Premieres, 7 International Premieres, 8 North American Premieres and 11 Canadian Premieres. The selection announced today includes 13 features directed by women. "We have an exceptional selection of films this year that will excite Festival audiences from all walks of life," said Handling. "Today's lineup showcases beloved auteurs alongside fresh voices in filmmaking, including numerous female powerhouses. The sweeping range in cinematic storytelling from around the world is a testament to the uniqueness of the films that are being made." "Every September we invite the whole film world to Toronto, one of the most diverse, movie-mad cities in the world. I'm thrilled that we've been able to put together a lineup of Galas and Special Presentations that reflects Toronto's spirit of inclusive, passionate engagement with film. We can't wait to unveil these films for our audience."
The 43rd Toronto International Film Festival runs from September 6 to 16, 2018.
Here's a full list of the announced films:
"Beautiful Boy," Felix van Groeningen, USA
"Galveston," Mélanie Laurent, USA
"Everybody Knows," Asghar Farhadi, Spain/France/Italy
"First Man," Damien Chazelle, USA
"The Hate U Give," George Tillman,Jr.,USA
"Hidden Man," Jiang Wen, China
"High Life," Claire Denis, Germany/France/Poland/United Kingdom
"Husband Material," Anurag Kashyap, India
"The Kindergarten Teacher," Sara Colangelo, USA
"The Land of Steady Habits," Nicole Holofcener, USA
"Life Itself," Dan Fogelman, USA
"The Public," Emilio Estevez, USA
"Red Joan," Sir Trevor Nunn, United Kingdom
"A Star is Born," Bradley Cooper, USA
"Shadow," Zhang Yimou, China
"What They Had," Elizabeth Chomko, USA
"Widows," Steve McQueen, United Kingdom/USA
"Ben is Back," Peter Hedges, USA
"Burning," Lee Chang-dong, South Korea
"Can You Ever Forgive Me?" Marielle Heller, USA
"Capernaum," Nadine Labaki, Lebanon
"Cold War," Paweł Pawlikowski, Poland/UnitedKingdom/France
"Colette," Wash Westmoreland, United Kingdom
"Dogman," Matteo Garrone, Italy/France
"If Beale Street Could Talk," Barry Jenkins, USA
"The Front Runner," Jason Reitman, USA
"Giant Little Ones," Kwith Behrman, Canada
"Girls of the Sun (Les filles du soleil)," Eva Husson, France
"Hotel Mumbai," Anthony Maras, Australia
"The Hummingbird Project," Kim Nguyen, Canada
"Maya," Mia Hansen-Løve, France
"Manto," Nandita Das, India
"Monsters and Men," Reinaldo Marcus Green, USA
"Mouthpiece," Patricia Rozema, Canada
"Non-Fiction," Olivier Assayas, France
"Old Man & the Gun," David Lowery, USA
"Papi Chulo," John Butler, Ireland
"Roma," Alfonso Cuarón, Mexico
"Shoplifters," Hirokazu Kore-eda, Japan
"The Sisters Brothers," Jacques Audiard, USA/France/Romania/Spain
"Sunset," László Nemes, Hungary/France
"Through Black Spruce," Don McKellar, Canada
"The Wedding Guest," Michael Winterbottom, United Kingdom
"The Weekend," Stella Meghie, USA
"Where Hands Touch," Amma Asante, United Kingdom
"White Boy Rick," Yann Demange, USA
"Wildlife," Paul Dano, USA


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Anne Hathaway's New Penthouse Is Straight Out Of The Princess Diaries
In a move that's less Les Miserables and more Princess Diaries, Anne Hathaway has secured herself a swanky new Upper West Side pad in New York City. The pricey pied-à-terre is perched on a crazy-chic block of Neo-Georgian edifices originally erected by the Clark family more than 100 years ago.
Though the space is only 1,200 square feet, Hathaway dropped a reported $2.55 million, Trulia reports. That's what it costs to live less than a block from Central Park. Though the space seems cozy statistically, it features a spacious living room with French doors opening onto a planted terrace with great NYC views. The kitchen features 18-foot ceilings, which is enough to stack three Anne Hathaways on top of each other with room for another foot worth of a fourth Anne Hathaway. That's a lot of Hathaways.
Both bedrooms feature skylights, planting balconies, and new en suite bathrooms. That's not even mentioning the wall-to-wall hardwood, major storage, and in-building gym. Sounds pretty good, even if they have a baby on the way.
They ought to be careful though, as the building just a few steps away from the Dakota, the site of Roman Polanksi's pregnancy horror film Rosemary's Baby. Watch out for demonic cults, Anne!

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Join revenue cycle experts from HealthPay24 and Viewgol as they discuss the effects of shifting consumerism and patient engagement trends.
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Worthy Investments for Fall Fashion
Odette Yustman models high-quality, designer clothing that will retain its value and stay fashionable year after year
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For Odette Yustman, it was love at first sight. During a shopping trip six years ago, she spotted—and immediately fell for—a pair of chocolate-brown Fiorentini & Baker boots. They cost a hefty $575, but she just couldn't live without them. "I still wear them almost every day," says the actress, who pairs the stylish kicks with everything from skinny jeans to skirts. "And they've only gotten better with time."
So have Odette's Hollywood opportunities. The 25-year-old California native first grabbed attention in big-screen thrillers such as The Unborn. This fall, though, she's trading screams for zingers with a plum part in the much buzzed-about You Again, playing a former high school mean girl who returns years later to marry the brother of her taunt target (Kristen Bell). "Bride" is a role Odette will play in real life as well. In October, she'll swap vows with Brothers and Sisters star Dave Annable, 30. To tone up for the big day, she's working with a trainer three days a week and hiking in the Hollywood Hills. "I check out the beautiful houses, so it feels more like real estate browsing," says Odette. But unlike most brides, she is determined not to shed pounds: "I'm Cuban, so I like a bit of curve. I just want my booty to have a little lift!"
In addition to wedding wear, Odette is looking for a few key pieces to round out her fall wardrobe—a la the clothes she models on these pages. On her wish list: oversize sweaters in neutral tones, thick scarves for "a punch of color," and lots and lots of...socks? "I'm obsessed with socks," she says with a laugh. "I even wear them to bed! Dave hates it, but I love that extra warmth. That's one thing I just can't compromise on."


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Valentino Rossi has returned to the cockpit of a Ferrari Formula 1 car for further testing. The Italian Moto GP Champion completed 40 laps of Fiorano on Wednesday, and then moved to Mugello for a further two more days.
As in previous tests Ferrari were reluctant to release any official lap times, however Gazzetta dello Sport suggests Rossi set a best time of 57 seconds at Ferrari's private test track (Fiorano) which is only 1.1s adrift of Michael Schumacher's outright track record, and in a 44 lap session at Mugello set a benchmark of 1m23.2s which compares favourably with Schumacher's best of 1m18.7s, set in this years F2005. Rossi has of course lapped Mugello before, having won the last four Moto GP races there, but the circuit is much more technical than Fiorano, including several fast power corners, where Rossi was still unable to utilize the downforce generated by last years F2004 model, which makes his times even more impressive.
Insiders have said that Rossi is already on level terms with Ferrari's regular drivers in some areas but is not yet comfortable getting the best out of the car, but it can't be long, as Rossi has already tested for Ferrari twice this year – in April and August. In the past several drivers have made the change from two to four wheels. John Surtees won championships with both, and other notable names include Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, and Johnny Cecotto, even the likes of Barry Sheene tested both Surtees and Arrows cars in private sessions.
The cross over between bike and car racing is getting ever stronger. One time Arrows and Stewart designer Alan Jenkins had a huge input into the Ducati Moto GP team, the Foggy Petronas FP1 Superbike has an engine that is basically three cylinders from a Ferrari GP engine, and Cosworth has done considerable work for Aprilia, and many current stars from both F1 and Moto GP have been taking an interest in each others disciplines.
Even though Rossi has repeatedly denied he has a testing contract with Ferrari, the evidence suggests both parties are keen to pursue the possibilities further, and this current test takes it all beyond curiosity, there is some serious thinking going on.
Steve Holter
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- Jackson Lake Lodge Resort Explorer Addition
- Wyoming Department of Transportation
- Gary Bennett-State Farm Insurance
- Teton Dermatology Clinic
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- St. John's Medical Center Fireproofing
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Architect of Record: KRIKOR Architecture
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Location: Teton Village Wyoming
While the world renowned Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Arial Tram passes overhead, snow can fall up to several feet deep around this property each year. The goal of this project was to design a new detached Art Studio and Garage with a covered connector back to the main residence. The building site is surrounded by heavy forest and there was a substantial grade drop between the building pad for the new structure and main house.
The cost sensitive design solution incorporated low maintenance one-hour fire rated exterior walls and roof for protection from forest fires. The semi-enclosed timber canopy connector is sheathed on one side with wood slats to block blowing and drifting snow from the west. A gentle concrete tread and riser proportion was incorporated to help lift you up the grade change with little effort.
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Description: Rene Lalique France opalescent glass bowl in Primeveres. Applied flowers throughout the circular band of the bowl. Marked "R Lalique" to the interior center. 8 3/8 inches diameter x 3 1/5 inches tall.
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We possess over 100 years of experience in the industry as collectors, appraisers and resellers. Our ever expanding inventory originates from estates throughout the U. But is especially rich with Southern California estates including celebrities, historical figures and renown collectors. If you haven't seen something that interests you or that you collect, stay tuned...
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…to toss the elites and reassert the sovereignty of We the People.
In a Christmas Eve interview with the New York Times, [Dr Anthony, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases] Fauci acknowledged he had offered a lower estimate of the level of herd immunity necessary to stop the COVID-19 pandemic because he thought Americans would be discouraged by hearing his true thoughts on the issue.
"When polls said only about half of all Americans would take a vaccine, I was saying herd immunity would take 70 to 75%," he told reporter Donald McNeil. "Then, when newer surveys said 60% or more would take it, I thought, 'I can nudge this up a bit,' so I went to 80, 85."
And this:
At the outset of the pandemic, Fauci…advised against wearing face masks, telling the public that doing so was unnecessary unless an individual was showing symptoms of COVID-19.
When pressed in June on why he had initially argued against masks, Fauci said that the public health community was "concerned that it was at a time when personal protective equipment, including the N95 masks and the surgical masks, were in very short supply."
Lying to us "for our own good."
It's time to remove these…persons…from office and from other positions of influence.


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Air Sea America
A unique, award winning freight forwarder based out of Renton, WA. Warehouse Solutions Northwest was the company they invited to design and build there warehouse structure. The particular warehouse boasts wonderful amenities including back to back bay structures, tunnel bays, and much more! For more information email us, or to visit Air Sea Americas Web site.
Michael Lynn Designs
This warehouse was appointed with your basic wall to wall pallet rack structure throughout. This particular company was in the midst of a downsize where space planning was key. They were moving into a much smaller facility but still had very high product volume. We did some re con work at both the old and new facilities, drafted some preliminary CAD drawings and correlated a structure that saved them time, space and money.
Alchemy Collections
Building Features: This 25,000 square foot warehouse structure is located in Southern Seattle. Concaved wall structures, large wood columns, and uneven floors make this project one of our most successful in recent years. This customer was looking for a unique product that could adequately hold any particular item with regards to heavy to very heavy applications. We were able to locate some used cantilever racking that fit well within there budget. After a little bit of fabrication and a boat load of shims, the job was a success.
RBA Design
This customer was moving from a 20,000 square foot warehouse into a newer 45,000 square foot building. The facility they moved into was adequately racked by the previous tenant but some beam levels needed to be adjusted. We removed all of the storage racks, benches, and lift equipment from
the old facility, transported the material to the new facility, re erected the material, and adjust all beam levels accordingly.
Raj was moving from a 10,000 square foot warehouse into a new 50,000 square foot Warehouse that he now owned and had built himself. The leased facility they were moving from had racking that they owned but most of it was very short (10') due to existing ceiling heights. We found a buyer for his uprights and were able to disassemble and salvage a majority of his beams and incorporate them into the new layout thus saving him money. After locating purchasing and moving the remaining materials, we started the job worked long hours and finished well ahead of the anticipated schedule.
This customer acquired some additional space in a pre existing warehouse. Customer shipped up some racking from another location and they had a very tight deadline. We added multiple rows of racking to there facility in Auburn, WA. and the operation never skipped a beat.
Orbis Corporation
This particular customer was going out of business and needed a professional to purchase and remove their warehouse shelving ASAP from the 75,000 square ft facility they were paying rent on. Rick called WSN and the rest is history. We offered him much more for his beautiful inventory than anyone else had offered him and had the rack tore down and removed before he could say "Warehouse Solutions is the Greatest"
Central 4 Wheel
Another great company hit hard by the rough economy. Central 4 wheel was downsizing to a smaller more affordable facility. They had a small amount of racking that needed to be taken down and moved. We talked with Bill, inventoried the rack tore down and moved what he needed to be moved and purchased the remainder for fair market value.
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This video shows the inside of an American military camp in Syria which was hastily abandoned by U.S. troops after Donald Trump ordered them out.
Russian journalist Oleg Blokhin filmed at the base near Manbij in northern Syria where bottles of alcohol-free beer were still sitting on tables, a wide-screen TV was perched inside a tent and a laundry room was lying empty.
The camp was equipped with armchairs, fridges and satellite dishes, as well as books and a collection of DVDs and video games, all of which were left behind.
American forces cleared out hurriedly as Turkey began its military onslaught within days of Trump's announcement earlier this month, and Russian and Syrian forces have already entered the area.
Abandoned: A rectangular hut at a military base in northern Syria which was U.S. troops hastily left after Donald Trump ordered them out of the country
Derelict: Rows of tents, surrounded by cables and pylons, are still in place at the camp after American forces cleared out
The camp in the video is dotted with tents and rectangular huts, surrounded by a series of pylons and cables.
A barbed-wire fence runs alongside the perimeter of the camp, with a variety of skips and containers standing just inside.
Also parked outside are a number of vehicles, including a JCB digger and three trucks lined up in a row.
However, there are also signs of home comforts amid the harsh surroundings of the military camp.
Inside one part of the camp, unused bottles of Barbican – a non-alcoholic drink popular in the Middle East – sit on a table next to cans of juice.
Supplies including mugs and water bottles are strewn across tables and floors and one message on a whiteboard reads: 'Clean up after yourself… lazy!'.
In another part of the camp there is what appears to be a takeaway menu, with chicken dishes, kebabs and a kind of pizza on offer for six dollars each.
At one point the cameraman holds up a Bible labelled 'Military Challenge Edition' with the name of an infantry regiment on the front.
Left behind: Drinks bottles, plastic bags and a microwave and fridge have been abandoned by U.S. forces in this tent after they left for the Iraqi border
Shelter: Two chairs sit in the doorway of a small building next to a tent at the base in northern Syria where U.S. forces had been deployed
There is also a laundry room with two neat rows of washing machines, one of which is apparently broken.
Satellite dishes, a large TV inside a tent and a pile of DVDs indicate a connection to the outside world, but the soldiers there were warned to be careful.
'Phones and WiFi are not secure – do not disclose operational information, pictures or locations,' one printed note reads.
American troops were ordered out of Syria on October 6 in what Donald Trump says was a mission to bring U.S. forces home from 'endless wars' in the Middle East.
Since then, Syrian and Russian forces have already entered the town of Manbij.
Trump's decision has turned the international spotlight on Syria once again after Turkey used the opportunity to launch an offensive against Kurdish fighters.
The U.S. has indicated that some of its withdrawn troops may stay in western Iraq to continue the fight against ISIS.
But Iraq appeared to throw those plans into disarray yesterday by saying the Americans had no permission to stay there.
Debris: A mess has been left on this table, with items of rubbish on the tabletop and several office chairs around the side
Accommodation: These appear to be the some military living quarters at the Syrian camp, with beds arranged in two rows in a tent
American forces have permission from the Kurdish regional government to transit through Iraq but have no approval to stay there, a statement said yesterday.
U.S. forces have withdrawn from several bases in Syria, including from the key town of Manbij and another close to Kobane close to the Turkish border.
There is a U.S. base in the autonomous region and a withdrawing convoy crossed the Tigris River at a border post on Monday.
Angry Kurds have blocked U.S. troops in the streets as they cross from Syria into Iraq after Washington pulled the plug on their support.
American troops were even pelted with potatoes as they passed through a Syrian town on their way to Iraq on Monday.
A US military vehicle flying the Kurdish flag can be seen arriving in Iraqi Kurdistan after its withdrawal from northern Syria
This map shows where American forces are crossing into Iraq after Donald Trump ordered them out of Syria – opening the way to Turkey's operation in northern Syria
Footage posted to Twitter showed a vehicle bearing the American flag struggling to make its way forward as several locals stand in front of it.
The Pentagon is now considering keeping a small U.S. force in north-eastern Syria to protect oilfields.
The United States currently has 5,200 troops posted in Iraq, deployed as part of a Washington-led coalition against the ISIS jihadists.
The U.S. presence at several bases across Iraq is already controversial, with numerous political groups and pro-Iran Shiite armed groups demanding their expulsion.
The Kurdish fighters in Syria are dominated by the YPG, a militia which Turkey regards as a terrorist group.
Since the Turkish offensive began on October 9, at least 114 civilians have been killed and some 300,000 people have been displaced.


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Have you ever tried Gutter Dogs? It's like a hot dog, but better. Kids love them, and they're so easy to make. Here is the recipe.
Gutter Dogs
I know what you're thinking …. "what the heck is a gutter dog?" That my friends, is a good question! I really had no idea what to call this creation … For some reason, it reminds me of bar food – although I'm not really sure what they serve in bars besides alcohol?! I really have no idea?! I wasn't in a bar when I made these – so I guess that theory doesn't really work?!
Maybe it's just the fact that I have a terrible time naming things – well, except my children – they have normal names (all from the Bible). When I was a kid, our pets had to have been confused …. we had a bird that I called a heifer …. a dog that I called cricket …. and as an adult, a dog named moose. Don't ever ask me to name animals — they will be species confused. That is almost a guarantee. Naming kids – I think I'm ok …. food, that's iffy. You may wind up with something like "gutter" in the title.
These Gutter Dogs are wrapped in bacon and grilled. Then, they're topped off with sauteed onions, peppers and garlic. And because they're gutter dogs, we have to add a mixture of condiments like ketchup, mustard and mayo. The name "Gutter Dogs" makes sense now, right? (Just nod in agreement) 🙂
Maybe you have a way cooler name – Feel free to leave some suggestions on what you would have called them in the comments! I'd love to hear what kinds of stuff y'all come up with! 🙂
Gutter Dogs …… what a name, eh?!
Other recipes you may enjoy
Gutter Dogs
I know what you're thinking .... "what the heck is a gutter dog?" That my friends, is a good question! I really had no idea what to call this creation ... For some reason, it reminds me of bar food - although I'm not really sure what they serve in bars besides alcohol?! I really have no idea?! I wasn't in a bar when I made these - so I guess that theory doesn't really work?!
- 1 package (16 oz.) hot dogs
- 8-10 slices bacon (one piece for each hot dog)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 small green pepper, seeded and chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8-10 hot dog buns, toasted if desired
- Desired condiments - ketchup, mustard and/or mayo (optional)
- Preheat grill.
- Wrap each hot dog in a slice of bacon, overlapping slightly. Secure the loose end with a toothpick. Grill, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crisp and the hot dog is heated through.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet. Saute the onion and green pepper for 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook until the onions and peppers are soft. Remove from heat.
- To serve, remove the toothpick from the hot dog. Place a hot dog in a bun and top with the onion and green pepper mixture. Serve with ketchup, mustard and mayo sauce if desired.
Nutrition Information:
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 475Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 918mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 16g
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A particularly pretty pair of early Victorian round silver plated salver serving trays, each on three scroll feet with elaborate pierced rims and engraving. One tray has the engraved cypher reading 'Providentie Me Committo" which translates as "I commit'. Excellent quality, hallmarks for Elkington, 1853.
Can be sold separately or as a pair.


text: LEGO Architecture sets capture the essence of the world's best-known buildings, monuments and cities. From iconic landmarks to city skyline models, there's something for anyone interested in architecture, travel, history and design. Recreate some of Tokyos most famous buildings with this detailed LEGO Architecture Skyline Collection 21051 building set. This construction set includes scale models of TOKYO SKYTREE, the world's tallest freestanding tower, Tokyo Tower, Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower and Tokyo Big Sight. The cherry-tree-filled Chidorigafuchi Park, a classic pagoda tower and Shibuya Crossing are also featured. It?s a great souvenir for those who have visited Tokyo, or a thoughtful gift for those who dream of visiting or are lucky enough to call the city home.


text: U.S. Assistant Secretary of State says Armenia and Azerbaijan have historic opportunity to secure lasting peace 12:06, Thursday, 17 November, 2022 U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Karen Donfried says "Armenia and Azerbaijan have a historic opportunity to secure a lasting peace to a conflict that was triggered during the fall of the Soviet Union and has lasted for more than thirty years". "There have been setbacks, such as the fighting that broke out September 13-14. When hostilities erupted, we immediately engaged to halt the fighting. This setback reminded all of us of the fragility of the situation and the importance of securing a comprehensive, sustainable peace agreement", Karen Donfried said during the Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing. "Secretary Blinken's leadership has been instrumental in promoting dialogue. He hosted joint meetings of the foreign ministers on September 19 and November 7 along with a telephone call on October 4 with the two ministers. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with his counterparts in Washington on September 27, demonstrating the Administration's 'whole of government' commitment to securing peace. Thanks in part to our engagement, on October 4, Azerbaijan released 17 Armenian POWs detained during the September fighting. Actions like this help build needed trust between the two sides, and we take every opportunity to urge Azerbaijan to release the remaining detainees in its custody. We continue to encourage Azerbaijan and Armenia to maintain momentum for negotiations, and we are doing so in close coordination with the EU and other partners", Karen Donfried said in her remarks. Share 5995 | 0


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Parking at Fisketorvet
If you want to be guaranteed a parking space, you can park your car in advance at Fisketorvet on the ground floor.
What you need to know about your parking at Fisketorvet
- The first 2 hours/per day are free. After the 2 hours you pay DKK 150, - per. day.
- Fisketorvet's parking system registers your license plate. Therefore, a parking ticket or a parking disc is not required. Just remember your license plate. You can only pay for your parking at the front desk at Copenhagen Island.
- The maximum height of the vehicle is limited to 2.5 metres.
- It is important that you turn off your (if you have one) parking apps during your parking. If you have the Easy Park app, remember to turn off auto-start.
- When you parked your car, it is very important that you drive to the back of Fisketorvet and park your car in the basement (it is located on the ground floor). You have to stay on the same level as if you parked your car out on the street.
- You must not park on the roof, as it will be locked at night / early morning.
- You are welcome to drive in and out.
- See our illustration of how to get to the parking area at Fisketorvet.
- Park at your own risk. Please do not leave anything of value in your car.
NOTE: Be aware that there are some parking spaces where you are not allowed to park. Parking at spaces marked with "Parkeringsplads reserveret til køretøjer med parkeringslicens og synligt parkeringskort" is not allowed.
Parking at Copenhagen Island
Copenhagen Island has 47 car parking spaces at the rate of DKK 175 per day. These spaces are patrolled by the independent carpark company APCOA. We recommend that guests arriving by car immediately obtain a parking permit from our reception and display the permit clearly visible in the front windscreen. Cars without a valid parking permit risk a fee of DKK 750 per day. Guests should ensure to only park in spaces marked "hotelparkering". Parking at spaces marked with "Nykredit" is not allowed for hotel guests.
Price per day
Parking by Copenhagen Island costs DKK 175,-
Parking at Fisketorvet/Copenhagen Mall costs DKK 150,-


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For the first time in its history, Qatar is set to host the long-anticipated and first ever Shura Council elections on 2 October after years of delay.
The Shura Council was established in 1972 during the time of Sheikh Khalifa Bin Hamad Al-Thani, who was tasked under the amended Provisional Constitution to organise the structure and institutions of the modern Gulf state.
Almost five decades later, Qatar is now entering into a new phase with citizens heading to the polls to elect their representatives in a first time for the judicial body.
While elections may seem like a fairly new concept in the GCC, they have been taking place in some Gulf countries for years.
The Shura council is one of the two main pillars of Qatar's legislative body.
As Qatar is a Muslim state, the name "Shura" was derived from the Islamic consultation system which establishes laws based on Sharia. As it stands, Qatar is one of few countries in the region that is able to pass laws using the Shura concept.
The roles of the Shura and cabinet go hand in hand – the latter proposes bills and prepares draft laws for the council to review, making further recommendations and amendments before the law comes into effect.
The council comprises of 45 members, all of which have been appointed since its inception until now. In 2020, Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani announced 30 members of the body will be elected into office on 2 October while the remaining 15 will be appointed shortly after.
While this is a first for the Shura Council in Qatar, this is not the first election to take place in Qatar.
In 1999, Doha hosted its first elections for the Central Municipal Council, which was formed in the early 1950s. The elections saw the participation of both women and men.
The Municipal Council, or Al Majlis Al Baladi, focuses on economic, financial and administrative management of municipal affairs and culture. It also oversees laws, decrees and regulations that are related to urban and industrial planning.
On 1 November 1962, a constitution drafted by an elected 20-member Constituent Assembly, or Majlis Al Umma, and 11 ministers was approved by Kuwait's then Amir Sheikh Abdallah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.
The constitution came into effect on 29 January 1963.
The Majlis includes a total of 65 seats, out of which 50 are directly elected every four years, in addition to 15 appointed members.
The cabinet, or Council of Ministers, carry executive power in the country and is headed by the prime minister. While the cabinet is appointed by the amir, its members are recommended by the PM.
Kuwait's National Assembly is also the longest-serving majority-elected parliament in the GCC, with powers to pass legislation and dismiss ministers – making it more powerful than that of most countries in the Gulf region.
But while members of parliament are elected to serve four-year tenures, Kuwait's parliament is notorious for being dissolved by the amir without serving its full term.
While women in Majlis Al Umma gained the right to vote in 2005, women only won seats in the assembly in the 2009 election. The four women who made history by being the first to win seats included: Aseel al-Awadhi, Rola Dashti, Massouma Al-Mubarak and Salwa Al-Jassar.
Saudi Arabia
Like Qatar, Saudi Arabia also has its own Shura Council, comprising of 150 members, including 30 women, in addition to speakers.
Formed in 1927, the Saudi Majlis Al Shura is the oldest parliament in the GCC, with all of its members appointed by the king every four years.
The Shura advises the king on issues that are important to the country and can propose draft laws. However, they must be forwarded to the king who has the power to pass or enforce them.
In 2013, Saudi Arabia appointed 30 women to the council for the first time in its history. This came after King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud's announcement in 2011 to allow women to join the Shura Council and vote in the Municipal Council, although the latter has limited powers.
While the kingdom does not have Shura elections, members of the Municipal Council can be elected. Women voted for the first time in 2015 during the third Municipal Council elections.
United Arab Emirates
The UAE's top policy-making body is the Supreme Council of Rulers, which elects the country's ruler and the Vice President every five years, while also approving the Prime Minister, who is nominated by the country's leader.
The Prime Minister then appoints a cabinet, also known as the Council of Ministers, that is in charge of the implementation of policies in the UAE's government.
A third body, known as the Federal National Council [FNC], is a 40-member parliament which can amend and reject proposed laws.
The parliament only had its first indirect elections in 2006, in which the rulers selected an electoral college comprising of members that are 100 times more than the number of the FNC.
Half of the FNC members are elected by the college and the remaining 50% are appointed by the rulers of the Emirates. Its latest elections took place in 2015, in which a quarter of its members were women, including its president, Amal Al Qubaisi.
Al Qubaisi was the first woman in the GCC to lead a National Assembly.
In 2019, the UAE's President Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan announced his decision to increase women's representation to 50%.
Oman's late Sultan Qaboos bin Said introduced the Constitution of 1996, also known as the "Basic Law" which was followed by the creation of the Council of State a year later.
The Council of State, or Majlis Al-Dawla, comprises of 85 seats and assists the country's ruler in implementing developments and cultural strategies in the Sultanate.
Oman also has the Consultative Council, or Majlis Al-Shura, which has 86 seats that are directly elected by majority vote. Elections through universal suffrage first took place in 2003.
Following political reforms in 2011, the Consultative Council started sending legislation to the Council of State to be reviewed by Oman's Royal Court. The Majlis has slightly less power than the ones in the region, as it can only question ministers without having the authority to dismiss them.
Out of all the GCC countries, Oman's women were the first to gain the right to run in Shura Council elections in 1997.
Bahrain also has its own Shura Council which includes 40 members who are appointed by royal decree, in addition to the Council of Representatives that comprises of 40 elected members and the National Assembly, or the parliament.
The National Assembly was disbanded two years after it was formed in 1973 and was only reactivated in 2002 as part of King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa's new constitution that also allowed men and women to equally participate in elections.
The direct secret general elections of the Council of Representatives took place in 2002, which was seen as a milestone for the kingdom. In 2006, nine members were appointed in the Shura Council by the king.
Then in 2018, women won six seats in Bahrain's parliament, the highest level of females in the country's politics.
The Council of Representatives has the authority to dismiss ministers and the Shura Council oversees the state budget, accepts, amends or rejects draft laws.
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July was named Quintilis prior to the birth of Julius Ceasar. Imagine the month of Quintiles being the 7th month of our calendar? We have a very busy Quintilis ahead so let's jump right in to the newsletter.
Our trips have been very successful with 15-30 joining us over the years. On those trips, we dine at top restaurants, stay at 4- star hotels, and I always include all-encompassing guided tours. I research tour companies and choose top guides and add fun events such as cooking classes, food tours and top sites of each city. I tailor each trip starting from scratch, so it is never the same tour and each meal, at top restaurants includes unlimited wine. That being said, we have 2 exciting trips coming up on the agenda. First, we are planning a quick getaway to Washington DC and Alexandria Virginia over Labor Day week. Many members have asked me to do a quick getaway here and I decided a 4 night, 5-day weekend is perfect. Just a little over a month later, we head to Charleston and Savannah. Be on the lookout in the next newsletter for more information on this.
We continue the month of June this Sunday June 18th as we head to CHOUCHOU, a newly opened restaurant in the East Village featuring incredible Moroccan dishes in an intimate restaurant. Recently opened by the same owners as the wildly successful, "Pardon My French," we are sure to have an amazing meal. On Sunday, June 25th, we head to another new restaurant in NYC, LA CONTRADA. After dining here recently I knew it was going to be perfect for the group. Our menu has changed to now a 4- course with the first being shared appetizers of meats and cheeses (provolone, manchego, goat cheese, prosciutto di Parma, sopressata, Genova salami), fried calamari, shrimp, zucchini with a spicy marinara sauce and a salad of Kale, pine nuts, dried cranberries, green apples, salted ricotta and dates. Then, everyone has a pasta course of homemade fettuccine with beef bolognese sauce and parmesan cheese. Our entrees choices are 8-oz grilled skirt steak with caramelized onions, homemade French fries, chimichurri and roasted garlic puree, pan seared whole boneless branzino fish or chicken paillard with roasted fingerling potatoes all served with sautéed spinach and asparagus, finally we end this meal with homemade tiramisu or cheese cake, coffee/tea and wine. NOTE: Juliane is running this event, I am out of town.
Quintiles starts off on Tuesday July 4th as we head back to DOCKS for a great menu and July 4th dinner. This is becoming a tradition for the group as we continue to get a very large turnout for this American holiday. Many from our group end the night walking down to the water to watch the fireworks after the meal. The following weekend, Saturday, July 8th we head to a great new restaurant for the group, LIMANI. This restaurant has been recommended to me by many members over the past year. This is the sister restaurant to Limani of Roselyn, Long Island, known as one of the best seafood restaurants on Long Island. Chef M.J. Alam, previously of "Milos" Canada fame (listed in top 100 restaurants in Canada) provides his own touches of traditional Greek seafood recipes. The following weekend, Saturday July 15th, we have a brunch in the East Village at the amazing, VIRGINIA's. We dined here in January, it was a success! So, when Reed the owner asked us to join them for a brunch, I jumped at the idea. Afterwards, you can stroll around the East Village and enjoy the street festivals and live music that surround Thompkins Square park on summer weekends. That Sunday, July 16th, we celebrate Bastille Day (weekend) at one of our favorite French restaurants, BISTRO VENDOME. Though technically Bastille Day is on July 14th, any excuse to eat great French food is fine by us. The following weekend, Sunday, July 22nd, we are excited to dine at a high rated steakhouse in Manhattan, NY YANKEES STEAKHOUSE. It was a connection with one of our members that got me in touch with management to make this event happen. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan the New York Yankees Steakhouse is a destination for fans and gourmands alike. Since opening in 2013, executive Chef John Schafer leads the kitchen known for its variety of high-quality specialty steaks, including USDA Prime cuts, as well as fresh five-star seafood. Our month continues on July 22nd on a Sunday night SUNSET BOAT TOUR. This event was rescheduled from May, due to poor weather. We sail aboard the first yacht of the Classic Harbor Line Fleet: Schooner Adirondack! Join us for drinks and a tour on this 80-foot beauty. Our final event of the month is on Sunday, July 30th, at BOTTINO. Join us deep in Chelsea, close to the Highline as we dine at one of the best and oldest restaurants in this very hip neighborhood.
The following June events are still available for Single Gourmet Members and their guests:
CHOUCHOU-215 East 4th Street (Avenue A and B). Sunday, June 18th, 5:15 pm Meet @ Nobody is Perfect 235 East 4th St, dinner at 6:15 @ 215 East 4th St $74 3-courses, gl wine, Moroccan tea, tax & tip.
La Contrada- Italian American Cuisine- 67 2nd Avenue (4th Street) Sunday, June 25th 5:15pm optional drinks, 6:15 pm dinner $73 3-course dinner, glass of wine, tax/tip.
The following July events are available for Single Gourmet Members and their guests:
Docks Seafood Grill- July 4th
633 3rd Avenue (@40th street corner)
Tuesday, July 4th 5:45 pm optional drinks, 6:45 pm dinner
$71- 3-course meal, glass wine, coffee, tax & tip.
We ate here last 4th of July and 54 members came and celebrated. Just 3 avenues from the waterfront fireworks, we are close enough to walk, but far enough from the crowds. Macy's will have barges located on the East River and those who want to walk over and investigate the bright skyline can all do so. Zagat rated for "reliable fish and bivalves galore with professional servers and a high-octane social scene." Our menu on July 4th might not be hotdogs and burgers, but it will consist of choices from mussels mariniere, New England clam chowder, dandelion greens salad with pistachio crusted goat cheese, Thai BBQ Amish farm chicken, saffron potato salad, Skuna Bay salmon and Cedar River Farms steak, with desserts of chocolate pudding or key lime pie.
5 Rockefeller Plaza (51st between 5th and 6th)
Saturday, July 8th 7:15pm optional drinks, 8:00pm dinner
$88- 3-course dinner, glass of wine, tax and tip.
Zagat rated 4.4 they say, a "surprise in Rock Center, this swanky offshoot of the original in Long Island offers a Mediterranean menu highlighting superb seafood that measures up to its dramatic all-white room with an infinity pool." Listed in, "Best Eats Near Rockefeller Center," this restaurant is new for us, but the number of members that have recommended this over the years makes me know we will be dining here annually. We start off with grilled eggplant, zucchini, peppers and halloumi cheese, fried calamari, grilled octopus, tomato salad, cucumbers, onion, peppers, olives and feta cheese, entrees such as moist Mediterranean Sea bass, Scottish organic salmon or French cut lamb chops served with Greek fries while ending with an assortment of chef choice desserts.
Virginia's Brunch- Per Se Alumni
647 East 11th (Between Ave B and C)
Saturday, July 15th 12:00pm optional drinks, 12:30pm brunch
$59- 3-course brunch, glass of wine/bloody Mary, t/t.
When it opened in 2015, it was one of the most exciting restaurant openings in NYC in recent memory. Virginia's is the brainchild of Per Se Alumni Christian Ramos and Reed Adelson (Locanda Verde), who originally met while working at world famous Charlie Trotter's in Chicago (voted 30th best in the world, 5th best in the USA and 2 Michelin Stars). Rated an extremely high 4.8 on Google reviews, 4.5 on YELP, 4.5 TripAdvisor and Zagat rated 24, they say, "original and well-crafted describes the fare at this cozy East Village bistro where the New American menu changes frequently for memorable results making this an overall winner." The Daily News states, "And what you get is powerhouse food that's smart, skillful and completely lacking in pretense. An all-star team started this place, with cooks from temples like Charlie Trotter's and Per Se. You can see that pedigree in all their plates this once-grimy corner is Manhattan's dining frontier." What better way to see the changes in alphabet city than joining us for an amazing brunch? Menu is seasonal and changes weekly!
Bistro Vendôme- Bastille Day (weekend)
405 East 58th Street (off 1st Ave)
Sunday, July 16th 5:30pm optional drinks, 6:15pm dinner
$72- 3-course, glass wine, coffee, tax, tip
The New York Times says, "Bistro Vendôme is a French bistro that seeks to please its affluent neighbors on the Upper East Side, and largely succeeds." After 15 years at Bistro Jubilee, husband and wife team owners, Pascal and Virginie Petiteau opened up the wildly successful Sutton Place Bistro Vendôme. Michelin Guide recommended stating, "Bistro Vendôme brings a breath of fresh air to Sutton Place with this sunny and quaint multi-level townhouse…bright and airy (with outdoor terrace) this classic New York restaurant nails the European bistro in its look and feel. While neighborhood denizens with their dashing beaus may crowd the place…the kitchen delivers classics exactly as they were conceived." Zagat rated 22 stating, the locals "gather at this upscale bistro for French fare dispatched by Gallic-accented staffers who are as charming as the tri-level townhouse setting….a neighborhood jewel." At "Bistro Vendôme, their goal is to offer classic French recipes, some original, some with a modern twist, and to get guests to fall in love with French cuisine all over again!" Our menu consists of chilled green pea soup, endive salad with blue cheese, apples & walnuts or cassolette of escargot with garlic & parsley butter. Then we have entrée choices of poached salmon with ratatouille and asparagus, chicken ballotine with orzo and porcini sauce or crispy duck confit with lyonnaise potatoes & truffle jus. Finally, we end with desserts of profiteroles with hot chocolate sauce and toasted almonds or crème brulée with Grand Marnier, coffee/tea and wine.
NY Yankees Steakhouse
7 West 51st Street (5th and 6th)
Saturday, July 22nd 6:30pm optional drinks, 7:30pm dinner
$89 3-course dinner, gl of wine, coffee/soda t/t
Don't let the Yankee décor (or name, for us Mets Fans) fool you, this Zagat rated 4.3 steakhouse is in the top 1.2% for restaurants on Tripadvisor for all NY restaurants. Our menu is exceptional with starters including steak bacon which is thick-cut slab Nueske bacon, sautéed spinach and maple glaze or classic Caesar salad, Our entrees are roasted half chicken with wild spinach, scallions, garlic, shallots, au jus or pan-roasted salmon in yogurt dill sauce, cucumber mint salad, wild greens and bee pollen or 8-oz filet mignon center-cut filet, garlic mashed potatoes with seasonal vegetable. Our desserts are choices of chocolate mousse or New York-Style cheesecake. Rated 4-stars on YELP, 4.5 Stars on TripAdvisor, 4.5 on opentable this is a sure home run for our group (did I say that?).
Sunset Sail Schooner Adirondack
Chelsea Pier @22nd ('Wichcraft Sandwhich)
Sunday, July 23rd 6:30pm sailing for 2-hours. Meet @ 6:15pm
$71 includes drinks and sailing
If you RSVP'ed back in May and could not reschedule then, please let me know if this new date works. Enjoy a beautiful two-hour sunset sail aboard the Schooner Adirondack. This relaxing cruise on the elegant, 80-foot, 1890s-style pilot schooner lets you take in the city's world-famous sights, including Ellis Island, the New York City skyline, Battery Park and the Statue of Liberty. Along the way, you'll enjoy complimentary beer, wine, soda and champagne (3 drink max), and the friendly and attentive crew will shut off the engines and set sail for as much of the trip as possible. Please note: this is a ticked event and is Non-Refundable and subject to selling out! You can bring your own food; this event includes drinks. Members that went on this trip in May called me up to personally thank me for an amazing night!
Bottino Ristorarante
246 10th Avenue (24th Street)
Sunday, July 30th 5:45pm drinks, 6:30pm dinner
$79- Full Dinner, gl of wine, coffee/soda
Established just slightly ahead of the West Chelsea boom that brought a new wave of artsy tenants to the once-industrial neighborhood, Bottino has retained the casual, cutting-edge feel it had when it opened. The converted hardware store still has the original wooden floors, shelving and skylight, a wood-paneled bar in front and a stark 1960s dining room in back, from which you can access the plant-filled garden. Zagat says, "this Tuscan Pioneer delivers solid meals with an unhurried pace that suits its arty constituents and the charming spacious garden is bound to please everyone." Opened in 1998 by former Barocco stalwarts Daniel Emerman and Alessandro Prosperi, "Bottino became an immediate hit with the far west Chelsea art scene with dishes that are succulent" NY Mag. Voted 3rd by FourSquare for best restaurant in Chelsea for a filet Mignon and listed at one of the top places in Chelsea for Salmon. We start off sharing dishes such as Tomato and Mozzarella, Basil, Olive Oil, fried calamari and arugula, prosciutto and melon. Choose entrees such as rigatoni with eggplant, peppers, tomato and basil ricotta salata or homemade pasta with Manila clams, cherry tomatoes, garlic, white wine or orecchiette with broccoli rabe, sausage, Tuscan pecorino or grilled organic baby chicken, peperonata or grilled salmon, salsa verde; fingerlings and haricot verts or pan-seared filet mignon, Sangiovese reduction; mashed potatoes, broccoli rabe ending with desserts of chocolate tiramisu, poached pears and zabaglione, gelato and biscotti.
To reserve at any or all the events please go to our website or call us at (646-825-0268), email us at firstname.lastname@example.com or mail checks to: The Single Gourmet, c/o Aaron Lefkowitz, 69 west 9th Street Apt #6A, New York, NY 10011.
PLEASE NOTE: Our Cancellation Policy- If you cancel within 72 hours of a meal event there are no refunds. Restaurants MUST plan in advance for large events and I guarantee a headcount based on YOUR RSVP. I am held to that guarantee and often pay a deposit or the full amount in advance. Ticketed events (tours, shows, ANY non-dinner event) are non-refundable within 7 days before the event. Also note: MENU's listed here are subject to change!


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JLYA Nomination Process
The partner school districts select qualified young adults each year. Each chooses one winner per year except Bath, Corning, and Hornell School Districts, as they can each choose two Winners. The young adult must be 16-21 years of age, a resident of Steuben County OR currently enrolled in a GST BOCES School, be often overlooked, overcome obstacles and exhibit a desire to succeed.
The selection process in each district will be accomplished by an ad-hoc committee that does not include relatives. It is up to the district to select one individual based on the information supplied on the nomination form. There is no limit to the number of nominations the committee may receive.
The nominee may or may not be enrolled in the listed partner school district, but must meet the above qualifications. If a nominee is a Steuben County young adult who is home-schooled, in college, working, etc then they may be in this category.
If a nominee is qualified, AND a resident of Steuben County, the nomination form should be sent to the closest partner school district. If not possible, please send the form to the Jack Lisi Youth Award e-mail (firstname.lastname@example.com) or mailed to P.O. Box 321, Bath, NY 14810 and the form will be forwarded to the appropriate district.
All Nominations must be submitted to corresponding school districts by March 17, 2023
All selections will be made by the partner school districts and those decisions are final.
Accepting Nominations February 3, 2023
(To download the fillable pdf, you will need to download the document by clicking the down arrow in the upper right hand corner)
Once you have completed a nomination form for a student residing in Steuben County that is between the ages of 16-21.
You will need to submit your nomination by clicking here.
Deadline, March 17, 2023
Not accepting nominations after
Friday, March 17th at 4:00 pm.
Ad-Hoc Committee
The Partner School Districts will then create an ad-hoc committee to choose the award recipient. School districts will meet with the ad-hoc committee to review all nomination applications submitted between Monday, March 28th and April 1st. The nominations can be submitted during this week after interviews are completed.
The award recipient will be chosen by the ad-hoc committee by March 27th, 2023.
(NOMINATION and INTERVIEW) must be emailed to firstname.lastname@example.com by March 27th at 9:00 am.


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Janaki Padmakumar
Associate Editor
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, JD 2023
In one of the greatest fraud cases of the last decade, Elizabeth Holmes, founder and CEO of Theranos, was convicted of four federal fraud charges on January 4, 2022. Theranos was a private healthcare startup that claimed have invented a novel blood testing method using just a drop of blood to perform multiple tests, all within minutes, and at a substantially lower cost than traditional blood testing technology. This new machine was called the Edison, which in theory would allow up to seventy tests with a single drop of blood. While multiple factors contributed to Theranos' downfall, including gross managerial incompetence, mishandling complaints, failure to audit, and investor fraud, a key event that put a proverbial nail in Theranos' coffin was a letter released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) that condemned Theranos as an immediate jeopardy to patient health and safety for CLIA violations. While the blood testing done by Theranos purported to rely on machinery, it ultimately relied on workers who operated these machines, and their ability to accurately test, collect data and communicate regulatory concerns, thus invoking CLIA and CMS intervention.
Overview of CLIA responsibilities
The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) is a program used by CMS, the CDC, and the FDA to regulate all laboratory testing, except research, performed on humans within the United States. CLIA's purpose is to create quality standards for accuracy, reliability, and timeliness for patient test results, and is a federal law standardizing laboratory quality standards. Ultimately, the purpose of CLIA is to ensure that individuals operating a lab testing on human samples are doing so competently.
Generally, for labs testing on humans, there needs to be a clear regulatory framework established by the lab director that follows CLIA guideposts. There needs to be a clear system for quality and reliability testing for patient samples, and an ongoing quality assurance process to evaluate the testing process for potential errors. The FDA has the authority to categorize tests by complexity, review waivers, and develop the rules for CLIA complexity categorization. The CDC provides technical assistance, develops laboratory practice guidelines, performs quality improvement studies, and manages the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Advisory Committee (CLIAC).
By contrast, CMS acts as the CLIA enforcer, with the authority to issue CLIA certificates, collect fees, inspect facilities, and enforce regulatory compliance, provide private accreditation and approve state exemptions, and publish CLIA rules and regulations. Testing labs' adherence to CLIA is evaluated by CMS, which evaluates a lab's compliance with condition-level requirements.
CLIA violation
In January 2016, CMS completed a facilities inspection of Theranos, and found that the company violated multiple clinical standards, including one that posed a threat to patient safety requiring immediate correction. As a result, CMS issued a 150 page lab inspection report detailing the deficiencies in the Newark, CA testing lab, and then issued a forty-five page warning letter to contextualize the enumerated defects at Theranos. The most pressing concern in this inspection was Theranos' hematology testing process, where CMS found the company's failure to meet clinical standards actively harmed patients. The letter further notified Theranos that CMS was prepared to fine Theranos $10,000 daily, revoke the company's CLIA certificate, suspend Medicare payment authorization and impose a two year ban on Elizabeth Holmes, Ramesh Balwani (Holmes' COO) and Sunil Dhawan (Lab Director) from owning or operating a clinical laboratory.
The CLIA sanctions stated in this case were among the most severe in CMS' power, stopping short of criminal sanctions or the initiation of a civil lawsuit. CLIA revocation would condemn the company's business prospects — without CLIA certification, their tests could not be sold through Medicare or Medicaid, which ultimately would shut the company down.
On July 7, 2016, CMS officially revoked Theranos' CLIA certificate, and banned Holmes from owning, operating or directing a lab for a minimum of two years, given the systemic failure of her organization to comply with basic requirements of CLIA. This occurred after Theranos failed a surprise CMS inspection of the lab facilities, which revealed that twenty-nine percent of quality control checks on Theranos' testing device completely deviated from the company's own reported accuracy standards, including basic blood tests for vitamin D and B12. This was after the company conducted close to 900,000 tests on patient blood samples since 2015.
Theranos' CLIA violations effectively ended the company's deal with Walgreens to have Edison machines at select Walgreens "Wellness Centers" and resulted in significant financial losses for Theranos with all forty consumer testing sites being shut down. Elizabeth Holmes' lab directors also went on to testify about Theranos' CLIA violations at her criminal trial, to support the government's allegations that Holmes and her COO Balwani knew of improper analyses at Theranos labs, and failed to inform investors of the unreliable and inaccurate testing equipment. By 2018, Theranos became defunct, and Elizabeth Holmes now faces up to twenty years in federal prison, in addition to restitution fees and fines. Holmes' sentencing hearing is scheduled for September 26, 2022.


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"Over the past 24 hours, 1,866 individuals left [the de-escalation zone] through the checkpoint near Ar Rastan. All of them were transported by buses to the Qalaat Al Madiq settlement in the Idlib de-escalation zone, accompanied by the vehicles of the Syrian security service, and ambulances of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent," the center said in a daily briefing published on the Defense Ministry's website.
The additional humanitarian corridor near Al Qantarah settlement was open on Saturday to allow more people leave the Homs de-escalation zone, the document continued. Through this additional corridor, 2,348 militants and members of their families had left the area to the north of the Hama province.
Over the past week, 13,582 militants and members of their families left the Homs de-escalation zone, the statement pointed out.
Over the past 24 hours, the center provided residents of the Ein Tarma settlement of the Rif Dimashq province with 445 kits with food products, living essentials, and bottled water. The total weight of the cargo amounted to 12 tonnes.
Moreover, the Russian military supplied one ton of bread to the residents of the Deir Qaq settlement in the Aleppo province. Additionally, 105 Syrians including 64 children received medical aid.
Over the past 24 hours, 207 internally displaced persons returned to their homes in the Homs province, and 132 individuals returned to the Damascus suburban area of Eastern Ghouta.
The Russian center is also controlling the resettlement of the internally displaced persons from the Tall Rifat de-confliction zone to the Manbij city in the Aleppo province. Over the past 24 hours, 601 individuals left the area.


text: Under the intense rain that fell that day about Puerto Aysen more than one hundred people gathered Friday afternoon in paseo Mahuen in the town to express their rejection to the construction of multiple dams in Patagonia, particularly that of the hydroelectric River Raven energy Austral (of the Swiss mining company Xstrata), in the process of environmental assessment until Monday 23. The activity was carried out as a way of relieving the delivery of observations to this initiative, formality is folded to which the inhabitants of inhabitants of Aysen, together with dozens of national, regional and international organizations. An autoconvocado group of ayseninos joined a delegation of some 30 people coming from Coyhaique, all those who marched through the main streets to converge on the city square where he prepared an artistic presentation that included poetry performed by representatives of the community mapuche-williche Guaquel-Mariman, and hip hop in charge of neighbor MC, MC Apacho and Verbal inheritance, among other exponents I hope that every day we are many more and give example to people who are hidden in their homes, waiting to see what happens, in case some billetito dropped them. Those people we have to convince them that we must defend our land, defend what we have. Our land was forgotten for a long time and now large transnationals have their eyes here, to destroy it, not to lift up, to leave what they have left in other places, the dead land. They also recounted his experience Sergio Diaz of the grouping national youth Tehuelches, Peter Hartmann of coalition citizen Aysen Reserva de life, framework Diaz of the grouping of defenders of the spirit of the Patagonia of Cochrane, Francin Herrera of the Antukulef grouping of Chile Chico, as well as loyal Daniela and Hugo Diaz, by organizations of Puerto Aysen..


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Check out Give Rise Studio's Gift Making & Market, offering Kits, supplies, and Gifts for all
Our Holiday Market is free to attend and will have work tables, tools, kits, jewelry making bar and guidance to make your own gifts this holiday season.
Heather, our calligraphy instructor, will be selling ornament "kits" to make festive and personalized acrylic ornaments! There will also be other craft kits, jewelry and home décor items for sale.
Bring your own projects and enjoy some time in a light filled, cozy and relaxing environment to create and craft.
Use our gift wrapping station for any presents you made or purchased.
See the Facebook Event for more details.


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We had fun SUP racing for the keen ones , with technical tips for those wanting to improve.
Good turn out, especially as the weather was overcast . Had a great time on the lake followed by a solid surf session on the beach..
More pics here @ Sup Fanatic Facebook page …
Demo day for SUP , with some windsurfing if wind comes through.
Time to just have fun & enjoying the day .
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SINGAPORE (THE NEW PAPER) - Chinese New Year spring cleaning means more work for cleaners and some charitable groups as home owners discard old furniture, some of which are unfit for use.
Founder of volunteer network, Keeping Hope Alive, Ms Fion Phua, 50, told The New Paper on Thursday (Jan 16) that she normally receives five requests a month from people who want to donate used furniture.
But during festive periods, she can receive up to 30 donation offers a day.
What frustrates her is that some of these items are so badly damaged or filthy, they cannot be given to anyone.
Her teams have made many trips only to find broken shelves, torn mattresses and furniture infested with bugs.
Ms Phua said: "Spring cleaning season is the worst. People make use of our energy to throw away items they don't want."
Sometimes, people get angry when their donations are rejected.
Ms Phua said: "They are not being generous. They just want to get rid of what they don't need."
Cleaners in housing estates also see more unwanted bulky items during festive periods.
A cleaner in Choa Chu Kang told TNP he has been collecting bulky items from homes to be thrown in large waste containers.
The cleaner told TNP: "These large open-top bins usually take a week to fill, but (during festive periods) it only takes two to three days."
Similarly, a cleaning supervisor in the estate said: "The amount of bulky items my men have had to clear has increased by almost three times this season."
That means they work longer hours, clearing bulky items from void decks and ensuring pathways are not blocked and to prevent fire hazards.
A Woodlands resident, who wanted to be known only as Ms Goh, told TNP: "When I was on the way to work (on Tuesday morning), I was greeted by at least six cockroaches on a discarded sofa set at the rubbish chute of my block."
The situation is better at Admiralty.
Housewife Sandhya Pidakala, 51, who has been living there for 22 years, said: "Even during the Chinese New Year period, we rarely see our neighbours dumping and cluttering the rubbish area downstairs.
"I think everyone tries to dispose of their rubbish properly."
To prevent bulky items from accumulating, many town councils offer removal services.
Residents can arrange for items to be collected outside their homes.
The National Environment Agency (NEA) has also been reminding home owners doing spring cleaning to properly dispose of refuse, including large furniture or household items, to prevent mosquitoes from breeding .
In a statement, NEA reported an increase in dengue cases in the past three weeks, with 345 reported in the second week of 2020.
MP for Nee Soon GRC, Madam Lee Bee Wah, told TNP on Thursday: "Bulky items disposed of improperly could lead to dangers such as pest infestation, falling on passers-by (and) blocking fire escape routes.
"As dengue cases and a lesser-seen dengue serotype (strain) have been on the rise, mosquito-breeding is especially a concern this year."
Home owners can discard their unwanted items through various channels.
Bulky item removal services are available at many housing board estates.
Town councils such as the Choa Chu Kang Town Council offer the service for free for their residents, who can apply for items to be removed on an online form.
Applicants place unwanted items outside their flats for town council workers to collect and dispose of.
These items must not include renovation debris, removal of built-in features, or extremely large furniture such as three-door wardrobes.
Another option is an initiative by Sembcorp and the National Environment Agency called Cash for Trash.
There are more than 100 designated Cash for Trash areas to exchange items for cash at the various exchange rates.
Some of these locations are in the neighbourhoods' resident committees such as Woodlands and Bishan.
The items include paper, clothing, soft toys, aluminium drink cans, small electrical appliances and plastic and glass bottles.
Charities such as The Salvation Army offer door-to-door collection services for bulky items.


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Report: Santa Clara police union threatens to boycott 49ers games over Kaepernick protest
SAN FRANCISCO -- The union representing police officers who work San Francisco 49ers home games has penned a letter saying some officers may choose not to work at Levi's Stadium unless the team takes action against Colin Kapernick, NBC Bay Area reports.
According to the Bay Area news station, some union members are upset over Kaepernick's well-publicized decision to sit during the national anthem. Kaepernick sat in protest during the national anthem for a preseason game, saying he would not honor a song nor "show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color."
Most recently, Kaepernick kneeled instead of sitting at Thursday's game against the San Diego Chargers.
The letter penned by the Santa Clara Police Officer's Association said the union "has a duty to protect its members and work to make all of their working environments free of harassing behavior."
It says that if the team "fails to take action to stop this type of inappropriate behavior it could result in police officers choosing not to work at your facilities."
About 70 Santa Clara police officers work home games at the stadium, NBC Bay Area reports.
NBC Bay Area reportedly has not yet heard from the Santa Clara Police Department following a request for comment.
The 49ers have previously stated that they stand behind Kaepernick's choice to express his individual freedoms.


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Yesterday, I watched an astonishing masterclass in how to subdue and control a TV interviewer. The master in question was Peter 'Lord' Mandelson, and his hapless pupil was Andrew Marr, the former Political editor of the BBC and usually a chap who can look after himself. But yesterday he was reduced to spluttering impotence. Catch it on the iPlayer while you can. The class begins 39 minutes into the programme.
As my colleague Geoff Peters observed, this is a classic. Its nearest counterpart is the confrontation between Jeremy Paxman and Michael Howard.


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On Tuesday, the province of Friesland announced its ambition to convert all of its diesel trains to battery power by the year 2025.
Translation by Traci White
The Financieel Dagblad reports that the move is aimed to make all public transportation in the province CO2 neutral within seven years. According to the province, switching to battery-powered trains will be a cheaper alternative than relying on hydrogen or electricity. Omrop Fryslân writes that the province is working together with the Dutch federal government, Arriva, ProRail and the province of Groningen to develop the plans.
Alderperson Johannes Kramer says that Friesland's plans to utilise battery-powered trains are unique in the Netherlands. Kramer told the Leeuwarder Courant that switching to batteries in the trains in the northern Netherlands will likely cost 177 millions for the wider region and 66 million euros in Friesland.
Fuel and CO2 savings
The transition is meant to save 3.4 million euros in fuel costs and 5.8 million kilograms of carbon dioxide emissions – roughly the equivalent of 1,100 diesel-powered cars – each year. Arriva trains in the region run on diesel.
According to the Leeuwarder Courant, if the plans are pursued, the trains will be equipped with quick-charging batteries which are charged at the stations at the beginning and end of the lines: Harlingen, Leeuwarden, Sneek and Stavoren. Another alternative – electrifying entire rail lines – was deemed too expensive and would require replacing the entire existing overhead cable infrastructure.
Automated trains
Switching to batteries is not the only innovation that may be coming to train lines in the north in the near future: in September, ProRail expressed an interest in running a pilot with automated passenger trains between Groningen and Leeuwarden as early as next year.


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Cobalt and Andritz sign exclusive agreement for technology and engineering for production of cellulosic n-butanol
11 July 2014
Cobalt Technologies, Inc. signed an exclusive global cooperation and supply agreement with Andritz Inc., the US subsidiary of international technology Group Andritz, to integrate Cobalt's proprietary lignocellulosic pre-treatment process for the production of n-butanol with Andritz's customized pre-treatment systems.
The primary alcohol n-butanol has traditionally been produced from fossil fuels. Engineered to achieve low production costs, Cobalt's technology naturally converts both C5 and C6 sugars into bio-butanol, using any non-food lignocellulosic, renewable and sustainable feed-stock.
The bio-butanol can be used for a broad array of fuels and chemicals—including jet fuels, bio-based plastics, and synthetic rubber.
Cobalt's technology is based on a bacterial fermentation of biomass sugars into butanol. Cobalt's proprietary bacterial strain development technology improves the fermentation performance of a variety of naturally occurring strains selected for their ability to utilize all five of the sugars found in plant materials, including the 5-carbon sugars that cannot be fermented by common yeast.
The fermentation process differs from the traditional batch processes used today to convert starch to alcohol fuel in achieving continuous fermentation with peak production rates for extended periods of time. Continuous fermentation increases the overall productivity, reducing capital and operating costs.
Cobalt says that its continuous bioreactor system increases production rate as much as 11-fold over traditional batch fermentation processes.
In April 2013, Cobalt had reported the successful completion of a production campaign of n-butanol at a fermentation scale greater than 100,000 liters. That performance demonstrated scalability by replicating the performance previously obtained at both the 10-liter bench scale and the 4,000-liter pilot scale. This scale validation is a crucial stepping stone to finalizing any commercial project, since scale up to a commercial fermentor is under 10x, well within industry norms. (Earlier post.)
Combining Cobalt's proprietary process expertise with Andritz's extensive experience in designing and supplying biomass processing systems will provide the market place a solution for developing reliable, efficient, and cost-effective production facilities, Cobalt said.
Andritz supplies advanced pre-treatment technologies for biofuel production. These technologies are well-proven in other industrial processes and, through extensive R&D, have been modified by Andritz to satisfy the requirements for biofuel and biochemical producers.
We have worked extensively with Cobalt to develop commercially attractive and technically unique solutions. This partnership has clear advantages for the market and will provide excellent results for our customers and partners.
—Bertil Stromberg, Vice President of Andritz's BioRefinery DivisionComments
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text: Melanie J Ballard, OD, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences, with a molecular biology concentration, from Otterbein College in 2001. In 2008, she received her Doctor of Optometry degree from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. Ballard completed a one year residency in anterior segment and corneal disease at the Erdey Searcy Eye Group in 2009. During her residency training, she also focused on diabetes and glaucoma management, as well as post-operative cataract care. In addition to helping care for patients at the Erdey Searcy Eye Group, Dr. Ballard works at a private optometry practice in Westerville. She is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Ohio Optometric Association.


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(WBRZ News 2) Two lanes on I-110 south in Baton Rouge will be closed this weekend for bridge repairs.
According to DOTD, the closures will close from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The point of closure is just west of North 2nd Street and directly under the Scenic Highway overpass.
DOTD said signs will be posted and flaggers will be present to direct traffic through the work zone.
"LA DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution near the work zone and be on the lookout for crews and equipment," a statement said.


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If you want to lump things like Cottagecore dresses and handmade ceramics into the idea of "wellness", we'll allow it. While it's incredibly important to us that vibrant health not be pigeon-holed into a narrowly defined way of life, we also champion the idea that aspirational details can inspire us to embrace healthy habits that might otherwise be boring!
Destroyer is an ultra-minimal cafe hidden in one of L.A.'s most architecturally-fascinating neighborhoods in Culver City. Helmed by two Michelin-starred chef, Jordan Kahn (also of Vespertine), there's something incredibly magical about Destroyer (which we've been swooning over since 2017). The magic has a lot to do with the cafe's wildly inventive, yet casual menu and the remarkable ceramics they serve it all in.
We're in awe of the ceramics our meals are served in every time we visit the iconic Hayden Tract district cafe, but until recently, we didn't realize that the mugs, bowls and plates are all made by hyper-local artisans in the neighborhood — some of them outrageously well-priced!
If, life everyone these days, you're looking for little pick-me-ups to add to your at-home routine or the ultimate gifts for the regular coffee date you miss most, do not miss out on these two L.A. ceramics brands…
Match Stoneware… Match's studio can be toured just a short walk away from Destroyer itself. The creative team is committed to "the ocean, forests and earth that surround California. From the Martian landscapes of Joshua Tree, to the moss covered Muir Woods and giant sequoias." Perfect proof? The Dome spice jar from their Mars Jar collection (below). Match also makes Destroyer's signature black coffee goblets and flat speckled plates that our 2021 kitchen dreams are made of.
goodies also supplies ceramics to Destroyer and we were shocked to see the price tags on their beautiful wood, ceramic and marble pieces! Yes, we know there may be a community of goodies customers who will be irate with us for exposing such an incredible under-the-radar resource. In fact, we thought of keeping this gold mine of a discovery to ourselves as well! But in an economy like this one, we also realized that goodies deserved an introduction to our community, who will likely buy them out before the summer starts!
Check out notable pieces like their $22 teak cutting board, $10 circle spoons and $22 ceramic storage jar (shown at top).
Destroyer is available for outdoor service, delivery and take-out now. They also offer a shop of well-curated gifts!


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"The Phone Stack" game. But I'll get to that in a moment...
It's what we're all after.
But we mistake being "connected" (through technology) with real connection.
So we keep searching for it in things. Gadgets. Tweets. Status updates. Instagrams. Pics. Video streams. And the more we keep reaching for those things to connect us, the less we actually feel. Period.
Connection comes from being with people. And it doesn't come from needing anything specifically from another person based on ego desires.
It's simply part of our tribal, communal DNA.
When I was in New York the other week, I had an experience on the subway that reminded me of this connection -- no matter how fleeting -- we're all seeking. A woman missed the subway by a few seconds as the doors closed and I looked at her as if to say, "You'll get the next one," and we smiled. Innocent enough.
Connection. But then it got really interesting. She kept staring at me and I began to assume all the things I thought she was thinking about me. From wanting to have my baby to mistaking my innocent smile for an invitation of marriage. So the experience turned into this weird, uncomfortable, intimate, surprising, uplifting, human interaction with a stranger. It lasted only for a couple of moments and as the train pulled away from the station I looked back at her one last time and a sense of sadness of the impermanence of all moments overcame me. I wondered who she was. If she was happy. How life had been treating her. I'll never know. And yet this experience created great meaning.
Connections aren't a commodity that will expire or can only be redeemed with people who are close to us. As you keep connecting with all of humanity, you also, simultaneously, begin to expand your circle of friends and family. So connection has a rippling effect. But this requires us to connect with others beyond our comfort zones.
Keep expanding your circle. That's the job of the artist. It's not to connect only in your work -- which has a connective force anyway -- but it's to take that deep, human connection we experience in our work out into the world.
Share it.
Technology creates robot hearts.
Connection actually allows us to feel them.
So this holiday season when you're sitting down for meals with friends, family, co-workers, acquaintances, strangers, anyone -- give the gift of connection -- have everyone put their smartphones in a stack in the center of the table. Over the course of the meal no one is allowed to pick up their phone, even if it buzzes or rings. (Optional: If someone can't resist picking up their phone, he or she is responsible for picking up the check!)
Happy Holidays!


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After more than 30 years with a name that announced its goals, MTSU's Project Help is taking the name of its founder and its expanded services.
The university unveiled a new sign April 25 at the North Baird Lane headquarters for Rutherford County's only community- and center-based program helping very young children, including those with special needs.
It now proudly reads "The Ann Campbell Early Learning Center at Middle Tennessee State University."
"There's a quote that's hung in my office for probably 30 years, and I think it's so fitting today when we think of Dr. Campbell's work," said Dr. Lana Seivers, dean of MTSU's College of Education and former state commissioner of education, at the special celebration.
"It says, 'May He who has chosen to limit some of His children be merciful enough to guide the hands of those entrusted with their care.' We're so thankful that Ann Campbell was entrusted with caring for our youngest and most special children."
You can watch a video from the ceremony, which welcomed dozens of friends, family members, students, teachers and even some Project Help graduates, below.
Campbell, who passed away in 2011, was posthumously recognized for her dedication to childhood education by a special joint resolution in this year's session of the Tennessee General Assembly. Gov. Bill Haslam signed the proclamation April 10.
"Her groundbreaking work in early childhood education, specifically her dedication to providing services for very young special needs children as well as educating typically developing young children to respect, befriend and help their special needs peers, consistently placed Middle Tennessee State University at the forefront of early childhood education," the document reads.
The Lenoir City, Tenn., native spent her career creating groundbreaking opportunities for children with special educational needs and their teachers. After stints in Arkansas and Memphis, Campbell came to MTSU in 1981 as one of only two professors of special education and immediately saw the desperate need for a developmental preschool in Murfreesboro.
By 1983, she had created "Project HELP" — Help Educate Little People — at MTSU to provide a classroom environment for preschool children with special needs and a training ground for early education majors.
"This program was in place three years prior to the federal law mandating services for very young children with developmental delays before they reached school age," said Dr. Brad Bartel, university provost. "During her time at MTSU, Ann procured and managed — and this is amazing! — more than $23 million in federal, state and private grants to support early childhood intervention programs.
"Who better to bridge the social gaps that lead to academic problems, family disruptions and bullying? Children teaching children diversity, helpfulness and acceptance: very much the goal of everything we do here at MTSU."
Campbell initially ran the program out of two boxes in the trunk of her car. Its first permanent home was a kindergarten classroom at Homer Pittard Campus School, and Project Help moved several times when larger campus quarters became available.
She led the effort to fund, design and construct a freestanding building for the program on North Baird Lane, which opened in 1997.
The program became a model for other programs across the state, and its continuing growth led to a 2007 expansion into a second MTSU location in the Fairview Building.
Campbell taught classes and served as director of Project Help until 2000, when she passed the torch to the first official full-time director, Debbie Bauder. Bauder returned to the classroom in 2006, making room for the current director, Susan Waldrop.
"Renaming this program also reflects the continued expansion of the comprehensive services we offer to the community's children and families, as well as our long-range goal to ultimately operate a comprehensive one-stop, wrap-around educational and therapeutic program for families across Middle Tennessee," Waldrop said at the April 25 event.
The Campbell Early Learning Center at MTSU provides classes for children ages 3 months to kindergarten, where little ones with developmental delays play and learn with those who are developing typically.
The Yellow Room, formerly known as "Project Help Prep," in the Fairview Center helps 3-, 4- and 5-year-olds get ready for public school.
The program also provides home-based services for families of children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays. It's affiliated with the Tennessee Early Intervention System and provides hands-on learning experiences for MTSU and Motlow State Community College's Nursing Program students who work with the children and staff.
"Because of her, literally thousands of Tennessee children received the services they needed and deserved, and their families received the support and the resources they needed to make sure their children are successful and valued and appreciated," said Seivers.
"All of us like to think that we've made a difference in the world. I think very few of us can hope for the kind of living legacy that Dr. Campbell's hands guided through this work. It is work that so many people will witness and benefit from, and our future is exciting and bright."
For more details about the Ann Campbell Early Learning Center at MTSU and its services, visit www.mtsu.edu/ProjectHelp. Check out the link to its Facebook page, too, for some great photos of the people, big and little, and their activities.
— Gina E. Fann (firstname.lastname@example.com)


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A new business venture hopes to help lorry owners make money out of their horsebox — if enough of them buy into the concept.
Katherine Lawson of North Berwick and Sonia Cunningham of East Lothian, who both event, have set up www.myrentalhorsebox.com, a website through which people can rent their horsebox out for a daily fee.
"Lorries cost a lot of money to buy and run, but most of the time they just sit there. This is an opportunity for owners to make back some of the costs," said Katherine.
Owners register their box on the site for £150 — £130 for a limited period — and can specify when the box is available for hire.
Potential renters go on to the site and search for lorries available in their area.
The daily tariff differs, but current deals include a 7.5tonne, three-horse Iveco Cargo for £85, a 3.5tonne Equi-Trek Sonic for £125 and another 3.5tonne lorry for £100.
The insurance cover for the box while it is rented out, and self-drive hire insurance for those who rent it, is dealt with by the company.
"You insure your box for personal use in the usual way and we will cover it for all rentals done through our site," said Katherine.
So far six box-owners, including Sonia, have registered their vehicle on the website.
But as the service is dependent on people finding boxes available in their area, Katherine and Sonia are hoping many more will come forward.
Although H&H knows of no other venture quite like this, a number of other horsebox hire schemes exist.
Last summer, Mike Crawley of Northern Horseboxes in Darlington launched a package offering advice in setting up a hire business for anyone buying one of his company's 3.5tonne RunStar horse shuttles.
Only four people have bought this package to date.
And there are also a number of commercial companies who rent out horseboxes.
Jon Phillips of the Organisation of Horsebox and Trailer Owners said: "The myrentalhorsebox.com idea seems a good one in theory, but they will have to get a good number of boxes on their website to make it work."
This news story was first published in Horse & Hound (13 January, 2011)


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