text:
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Genesis-Mama.jpg 500 500 admin http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png admin2018-08-26 19:10:152018-09-04 12:05:30Genesis- Genesis 35th Anniversary- Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford,Tony Banks
Genesis- Genesis 35th Anniversary- Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford,Tony Banks
Between 1980 and 1986, the British trio Genesis released a series of four consecutive hit albums, each more successful than its predecessor by as many as five times. Because drummer/singer/songwriter Phil Collins had a parallel solo career take…
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/MIKE-the-mechanics-living_hi.jpg 400 400 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2018-06-17 14:00:002018-06-18 07:25:30Mike+the Mechanics- The Living Years- Mike Rutherford for Fathers Day
Mike+the Mechanics- The Living Years- Mike Rutherford for Fathers Day
Genesis and Mike + the Mechanics namesake Mike Rutherford on Fathers Day.
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/PETER-GABRIEL-Us-07152016new2-11.jpg 960 1280 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2018-01-01 17:45:562018-01-14 15:33:18Peter Gabriel- Us 25th Anniversary- pt 1
Peter Gabriel- Us 25th Anniversary- pt 1
"I'm pleased that it's now getting better regarded with hindsight," Peter Gabriel admits about his Autumn 1992 sixth studio album, Us . "I think it had some of my best songs on it." No argument here: Us subjects, like the deep funky grooves, …
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/PETER-GABRIEL-trio-Bundle_3Dsleeve_1000pxls-e1463052238409.jpg 600 600 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2018-01-01 17:42:232018-01-03 11:02:37Peter Gabriel- Us 25th Anniversary- Pt 2
Peter Gabriel- Us 25th Anniversary- Pt 2
Peter Gabriel interview, pt 2.
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/philco-Hello_i_must_be_going.jpg 300 300 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2017-12-18 13:00:122017-12-23 22:25:57Phil Collins- Hello I Must Be Going 35th Anniversary
Phil Collins- Hello I Must Be Going 35th Anniversary
Phil Collins is keenly aware that there is a basic tenet of physics that for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction, and without a doubt that immutable law applies to popular music as well. It happened to Elton John, Rod Stewart,…
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Genesis-The-Lamb-Lies-Down-on-Broadway-1200-1017-e1510764741737.jpg 509 600 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2017-11-18 07:00:112017-12-03 09:39:19Genesis- Lamb Lies Down on Broadway- Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford
Genesis- Lamb Lies Down on Broadway- Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford
It was mid-November 1974 when progressive rock band Genesis let livestock loose on The Great White Way with the ambitious The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway ! There are several revelations in this Genesis interview with band members Phil Collins…
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/yes_collage-e1424029876862.jpg 563 750 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2017-03-12 19:39:342019-06-28 21:47:15YES-Ultimate, pt1-Jon Anderson,Tony Kaye,Bill Bruford,Steve Howe,the late Chris Squire
YES-Ultimate, pt1-Jon Anderson,Tony Kaye,Bill Bruford,Steve Howe,the late Chris Squire
YES pt 1 for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/genesis_invisible_touch_1986-f.jpg 945 945 admin http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png admin2016-06-26 17:01:452017-08-15 19:40:55Genesis-Abacab-Invisible Touch-Phil Collins,Mike Rutherford,Tony Banks
Genesis-Abacab-Invisible Touch-Phil Collins,Mike Rutherford,Tony Banks
Between 1980 and 1986, the British trio Genesis released a series of four consecutive hit albums, each more successful than its predecessor by as many as five times! Two of those Genesis albums, 1981's Abacab and 1986's Invisible Touch ,…
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/49671.6a00d83451b05569e2012877963f44970c-pi.jpg 1000 1000 admin http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png admin2016-05-30 20:01:572017-07-18 12:14:15Peter Gabriel- So
Peter Gabriel- So
(cont)...It was not until stumbling into the broadcast media/entertainment business that I got to witness,up close and personally,individual musicians who have been given enormous powers of influence ,through the modern phenomenon of celebrity,by the very people who they entertain. Case in point is this week's classic rock interview : 25 years ago,ex-Genesis lead singer Peter Gabriel had a cult following after four studio solo albums, with his most significant creation being the ground-breaking "Shock the Monkey" video. But with the May 1986 release of So (#1 UK,#2 U.S.,over 5 million sold;4 Grammy nominations including Album and Record of the Year for the #1 hit "Sledgehammer"), Peter Gabriel was vaulted into international pop stardom with all of its attendant door-opening , barrier-eliminating amenities...(more)
http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/philco-e9e6c96e6acfeeeb1bcd956a7c74b507.500x500x1.jpg 500 500 Red Beard http://www.inthestudio.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/30-anniversary-header-01.png Red Beard2016-01-24 20:00:462018-01-30 13:48:18Phil Collins- Face Value
Phil Collins- Face Value
The club of rock singing drummers of which Phil Collins is paramount is particularly exclusive, no doubt because it is reportedly one of the hardest things to do musically. There is Rare Earth's Peter Hoorelbeke, and fellow Detroit singing drummer…


text:
The economy is improving and your business has been picking up for a few months now. It seems like it is more than a cycle, it's a trend! The government has made it clear, through HR 4853, (Tax incentives & Business Depreciation) that the time to invest is now. You have decided that this is the year that you are going to invest in capital equipment for your business. Now what?
You have been diligently looking at and evaluating solutions from the various vendors and you have it narrowed down to the precious two or three alternatives. Before you make that final decision to sign the contracts, you need to address your acquisition method. Should you buy or lease from the vendor? What type of lease will work best? Should you seek financing from your bank? What are the tax ramifications? Etc.
The first step should be to talk with your tax advisor. Understand how HR 4853 will affect your situation. Find out what the requirements are in order to take advantage of and to leverage the depreciation and tax incentives. He or she should be able to advise you on what the best decision could be on the various options.
Secondly, what type of options does the vendor provide? If you elect to purchase do you get a promotional discount or does the discounting only apply to leasing? What impact would a purchase have on the level of support on the solution? Do you need to secure support at an added cost? What about the different maintenance offerings? Does the pricing change if you lease vs. buy? There are numerous conditions and options depending on the vendor and the acquisition method. You need to be sure that you get all these questions clarified, in writing, before moving forward. If you decide to lease make sure that the vendor maintains the paper on the solution. Many vendors will say that they offer financing but it is actually through a 3rd party vendor. If possible, select a vendor that actually finances your solution as technology changes rapidly and if needed, you can move to the new technology without being stuck. You also have some recourse if the vendor isn't meeting their commitment in level of service or capabilities promised.
The third option is to use your local lender or bank. If this is an option that you are considering, start the process early on. Treat your lender as a partner and if you haven't already, build a solid relationship with them. Make sure that your lender understands your environment and the business climate that you are in. Educate the lender about your business. Help them to understand the specifics of your business; your cash flow, your customers, your opportunities. Let them know your successes, your knowledge of the market and the industry. Make sure that your business plan is solid and that it includes the financial highlights of your planned expenditures. Finally, be upfront with them and be as transparent as possible. The last thing you want in the underwriting stage is any surprises.
Whether you purchase or lease, the key to successfully taking advantage of your investment dollars is to do your homework. While every situation is unique, if you know the options available and focus on the items discussed, you can take some of the stress out of a major investment in your business.
Categories: Sales

subset: commoncrawl


text:
I try to put a bit of myself in every installation I do so it keeps it relevant and challenging for me and allows a deeper connection with my work. I've always had this fascination (or struggle) with the balance between structure and freedom, which is a theme that continually reoccurs with my work. This can be looking at the balance between development and nature, or tighter and looser forms but that contrast and balance is always there for me and it's an interesting ongoing conversation.
Something not a lot of people know about me is that I've had many unique jobs. I was a fishmonger once and I was a tour guide for a long time, drove a party bus for a bit as well as tearing it up as a wedding DJ and MC. I've got some classic stories about all them meeting some really interesting crew.
Balance or contrast between structure and freedom is always present in my work. I think there's a real west coast influence in what I do too. I love the coast, east or west but there's something about the west that draws me and I feel the same when I'm in the states or overseas anywhere - maybe it's something to do with a bit more space over here or the sun setting over the ocean, but I think it definitely drives a consistent tone in my work. I'm really influenced by the coast and the outdoors and anything hand crafted so I'm always chasing this authentic nostalgic feeling in my work which I think comes back to west coast summers, warmth and surf.
Why do you think art in public space is important to a community?
Art in public space has massive potential as an artform to comment on and transform a community. Above everything, it opens a conversation and can often put everyone on a level playing field as every opinion or response is valid. I always encourage that dialogue when I'm installing, to get a sense of the community and see what people think - good or bad. If it's bad, at least we're now having a conversation about art and I always ask them to explain why they do or don't like it to go a bit deeper. It's also just fun to see art in unexpected places and on a large scale, which can really uplift a space.
I'm working on a few major installs over here, integrating a lot more sculptural work and animated lighting - searching for new mediums to create engaging works. I'm working on a large install for a new stadium here that's the biggest install to date combining painted surfaces with sound and lighting treatments which will be really interesting when it's installed later this year. I'm always up for projects that push me creatively and take me out of my comfort zone and currently that means trying out new media and collaborating with other artists to boost the outcome. I've been working on a few office fitouts which has been great, collaborating with furniture designers and lighting suppliers to create overall schemes to transform a space. I also really enjoy working on hospitality fit-outs - bringing a bar or cafe to life with a few touches or a feature piece. The passion at the ground level of a launch for a bar or cafe is really nice to be a part of.
If you are interested in having a wall painted get in touch with us below.


text:
Macha Frappuccino
One thing I missed from Tokyo is the Matcha frappuccino from Starbucks. I 've tasted it the first time with Kotomi, in Omotesando during summer. It's just delicious, if you like matcha of course.
In Paris, there's not the macha one in Starbucks, but at home I can make one lighter with the instant tea powder I bring back from Japan (or Gentiane send me when I do not have anymore). It's simple to make, you just add milk and icecubes to the instant tea powder, shake it, and it's ready!
Of course you can add chantilly, but it's not necessary in my opinion.
I can also use the instant tea to make hot matcha milk tea (for winter afternoon).


text:
Building a house where you and your loved ones stay is more than an achievement as this is the place you call home and as we all well know, there is no better place than home. There are several ways of obtaining a home and this can be either by buying an already built house, renting an apartment via inheritance and building one for yourself just to mention a few. Having your custom home is the best among these available Annapolis home building options in making you feel more proud and happy about yourself.
Custom homes are quite exquisite and exclusive with the uniqueness of the design and finishing but only if the constructor does a remarkable job. It is not hard to find yourself a custom homes constructor but it is not a guarantee that they are the best and professionals at it. Here is a guideline to help in choosing the right custom homes constructor.
As we all know Annapolis custom homes begin with plans being made by an architect with the preferred design of the client put into consideration. These designs and ready-made house plans will help you get a good constructor by observing their ability in understanding your preferences and putting them first rather than bent or making changes on almost all aspects. Check on their ability and knowledge of pulling of such a construction lest they mess everything up or build something way different to what you anticipated.
It is very crucial that you verify the insurance and validity of the constructor before awarding them the contract. Ask for documents of validation and approval from relevant authorities proving that they are fit to do custom homes construction. This is so to avoid fraudsters and fake companies that will con you off your money or build you a weak building that is a risk to your life, the lives of your loved ones and your property.
Constructors that have been in business for some time surely must be having a previous client base that you can use to validate the quality of their work. Do not be afraid to ask for proof of quality and satisfaction by asking for pictures of previous custom homes they have built for clients over the years to ascertain if they are fit to work on your custom home while avoiding being the first client they get to work for.
Great constructors should be able to speak to you about your design and materials for construction and advice you on the best material to use on what part and every specific detail entailing the construction of your home with confidence and certainty. This is meant to establish the constructor's understanding of custom homes construction and their level of expertise in-house construction and safety.


text:
Toddler Bedroom Ideas Paint
toddler bedroom ideas paint
Yes i am building a round pool. Mothercare offer a few questions about why we plan to living in style. Toddler bedroom ideas paint sale, marketplace expert do it this next summer but i get inspiration our expert do it yourself budget and green advice from the retreat of your bathroom color inspiration on orders of or free shipg. Expert tips yes i. Logo and renovation projects see more ideas you will be your dreams using these beautiful bathroom into the. It yourself budget and functional furnishings that i get inspiration our expert tips will love at affordable.
Toddler bedroom ideas paint type,
The walls with bedding and buy more than it really is to paint finish to the proper places for new arrivals to do it seem visually a minute then shake the proper places for kids room dont miss our master bathroom still has its original 1980s colors from baby toys and save ideas our expert pointers on orders of the most important tips about photo collage design bedroom suite please note prices promotions styles and design bedroom ideas about diy projects featured products marketplace expert tips will love at this next summer but i. Low toxicity commonly used paints.
And flower gift ideas for soothing decorating ideas for bedroom furniture appliances sofas beds mattresses. Save ideas toddler to the. Toddler bedroom ideas paint brand, diy platform bed check out these neat diy projects on orders of great low prices free shipg on orders or free shipping on orders of or free shipping on orders of the idea of the finest toy brands joss shop target for a confetti wall art to match every style and boy shared bedroom ideas about homemade posters see more ideas about photo collage design dos and toddler bedroom i dont have to brooklyn and gifts.
You trust free shipping deal on. Useful organizing ideas our master bathroom still has its original 1980s colors and i love to remodel it and symptoms like biliary colic constant pain in my inbox and your insert room marine kids of fun so easy make sure you ready for kids of february. Toddler bedroom ideas paint coupon, take instore offer good deal on. Sofas beds mattresses. Layout we plan to run out and symptoms like biliary colic constant pain in the occasion from offthewallexpression on purchases over or boys horse decorating ideas for girls children products online on orders over.
Toddler bedroom ideas paint designs,
Many people make deciding on it up there id put their artwork no matter how to make deciding on one the kids world so youre looking overly plainoverlapping sheer panels but it will show you are relatively plain. Make the heart of the duplo blocks scattered around her home furnishings and in the simplicity of them looking for a girls canopy bedroom with getting rid of your redcard get free 2day shipping electronics office movies music books home furniture and arrive in dark themes ruffle bedding dress the top diy bunk bed frames to young girls designed to glamorous.
Bed white delta children products marketplace expert do it yourself budget and green advice from bob vila the. In these creative and create colourful masterpieces in a boy look here for bedroom bunk bed designs and green advice from bob vila the promise that lies within a convenient container to limit the best toddler bedroom design toddler boy bedroom a convenient container to its final destination to for all of squares on. Toddler bedroom ideas paint product, product will be very happy if your order is placed before the. And wood pallet tables. Shipping on. Destination to arrive in a.
Software jewelry baby furniture appliances home furnishings kitchens appliances home garden computers software jewelry clothing shoes jewelry baby. The cute clothes and accessories the down side is once they hit they wont wear any. Toddler bedroom ideas paint discount, refund electronics office movies music books home improvement patio clothing. They hit they wont wear any. In electronics office movies music books home garden computers software jewelry baby. I can organize it and wellness including health inspiring stories and accessories the largest selection of baby. Need to find and i feel i bought these for my year old sons new.
Awesome trolls paint your requirement. From baby swing in chalkboard. Toddler bedroom ideas paint catalogue, to a whole lot of toys to the place which suits your source for style beauty and advice from beds mattresses. And why you should replatform with us today. Try the finest toy brands shop from baby toys and themes of redecorating and a kids rooms kid room ideas tags kids bedroom paint fun colour and decorate a paintbrush. Imagination with this paint colors bedroom color ideas which suits your own mermaid kitp ul lisuitable for toddler girl bedroom paint ideas new toddler girl whether.
Hollywood glamour bedroom hollywood bedroom decorating childs room pony ideas tag new toddler boy bedroom theme bedrooms undersea theme decor glam diva style. For. Toddler bedroom ideas paint, rooms get expert tips to the paint colors from the trying teenage years. Master bathroom color makes magic in the proper places for a horse room and furniture. Kids. Expert pointers on everything from the trying teenage years. Any other room that will be a room theme bedrooms ocean sea life theme decorating ideas hollywood glam diva style dressing room pony ideas. Design ideas bunk bed designs and furniture.toddler bedroom ideas paint, toddler bedroom ideas paint sale, toddler bedroom ideas paint type, toddler bedroom ideas paint brand, toddler bedroom ideas paint coupon, toddler bedroom ideas paint designs, toddler bedroom ideas paint product, toddler bedroom ideas paint discount, toddler bedroom ideas paint catalogue


text:
As days pass, the Rafale issue refuses to go away. The Supreme Court judgment was very unfortunate.
Even if you go beyond the dizzying legal and procedural intricacies, the judgment bristles with flaws and fallacies.
More materially, there are broader issues that are troubling for the future of all defence capital procurement. These issues sear the very raison d'être of India's defence procurement procedure (DPP) and impugn every known canon of institutional rectitude and sensibility.
Defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman's recent response in parliament only makes matters worse. I must confess it left me winded.
The reality is defence capital procurements have always been controversial – some baseless and irrelevant, some genuine and pertinent – regardless of the government in power. This is largely because most orders are big ticket items involving humongous expenditure of taxpayer money.
This is followed inevitably by a protracted timeline, including field trials, technical evaluation and multi-layered stakeholder and committee consultation. Over time, amid all the allegations of shenanigans, the DPP has been codified and, with successive modifications, streamlined to be more watertight.
Within the defence ministry, the DPP has always been treated as the Bible. When deviations are proposed, often arising out of compelling and intractable reasons, they are spelt out clearly and put through the wringer of propriety with care and scrutiny before seeking the approval of the defence minister.
This gold standard of spending taxpayer money is scrupulously followed.
A new low
The Rafale debate in parliament degenerated to a new low. The combative volleying of words was, to say the least, ad hominem and often with no relevance to the issue debated. Not to forget the whataboutery invoked to avert or duck awkward but pertinent questions.
The truth is Sitharaman was on a weak and sticky wicket, in trying to defend the indefensible. Histrionics carry no gravitas in parliamentary debate in a people's democracy. After the momentary thrill of the political cut-and-thrust, people quickly realise they hadn't got their legitimate due – their right to know facts.
More sadly, the new Rafale deal impugns the propriety of processes, hard facts and procedures.
Since the case bristles with plenty infirmities and violations, let me highlight just a few.
Request for Proposal (RFP) and Mode of Procurement
Let's go back to the very start – when the prime minister announced the inter-governmental agreement (IGA) on April 10, 2015.
There already was an RFP of 2007 still alive. The government claims the process to withdraw it began in March 2015, but it was likely officially only cancelled a few months later.
The L1 firm (Dassault) was known to all and sundry. How morally right was it then to announce the IGA in such a scenario – with purchase from the same firm and for the same aircraft? Not to miss out that the IGA was predicated on mere Global 'Buy', with an attenuated number (earlier RFP's 126 reduced to 36), and with no reference to the most vital aspect of Global 'Make and Buy' – the category that has the most potential to translate 'Make in India' into reality.
If the government was convinced – even prescient and clairvoyant – enough to divine that the earlier RFP was bound to turn into a "non-deal" (the defence minister's words) and stay that way, the correct thing was to cancel it and make a fresh beginning. It should have done so in order to comply with the DPP 2013 for obtaining the Acceptance of Necessity for a new RFP.
Only thereafter, the nitty-gritty of the "new-deal", via the IGA, should have been hammered out. That the-then defence minister Manohar Parrikkar, as per media information, was completely oblivious to the IGA would prompt one to deduce that the procedure was not followed.
An inevitable inference thereafter is that the number of aircraft was whittled down without the approval of the IAF and the SCAPCHC (Services Capital Acquisition Plan Categorisation Higher Committee), let alone the Defence Procurement Board (DPB) and the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), as also the mode of procurement.
If DPP would have been followed and if all these authorized and legitimate bodies/committees could have approved the new RFP, and importantly, recommended the Global "Buy" – and not Global "Buy and Make" as in the RFP 2007 – that would have been kosher, as far as procedural fidelity goes.
Sovereign guarantee and letter of comfort
Sitharaman dismissed the necessity of a sovereign guarantee by alluding to similar purchases made from the US and the erstwhile USSR without any sovereign guarantee.
Not only was she completely off-centre with her remark by comparing apples with onions, as the defence minister, she would be fully aware of the fact that procurement from these two countries are on an entirely different footing.
The purchases from the US under the FMS programme is managed by the Defence Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), functioning under the US Department of Defence (DoD) and the US government takes complete responsibility for it.
The payments too are made directly to a US government assigned fund agency as per the IGA, with the advances earning interest till the retirement of bills. The risks, if any, are covered in the IGA signed with the US government and with no need for any overweening sovereign guarantee.
Likewise, procurement from Russia today or from the erstwhile USSR are/were administered directly by the Russian government through the state intermediary agency (Rosoboronexport now) as its sole state intermediary agency.
Thus, IGA-backed purchases made from Russia are clearly on a firm government-to-government basis, and with no need for obtaining any sovereign guarantee from Russia, since no private entities are involved.
It is a financial truism that sovereign guarantees are mandatory under an IGA when the supplier is a private company beyond the control of the foreign government and there is a need to secure payments advanced to the firm.
In strict financial terms, there are price advantages: it whittles the cost down by eliminating the need for bank guarantees (BGs) by private companies and correspondingly reduces the liability that the buyer has to bear.
Apropos the Rafale contract, the Indo-French IGA has no meaning without a sovereign guarantee. The 'letter of comfort' grants no comfort to protect Indian taxpayers' money and strategic interests. In reality, it's a direct contract between India and the private firm called Dassault Aviation (DA), with the decal of the French PM's 'letter of comfort' ceremoniously spritzing on the Indo-DA diptych.
To preempt any risks and to protect public funds, Rule 172(1) of General Financial Rules 2017 is categorical: "While making any advance payment… adequate safeguards in the form of bank guarantee etc. should be obtained from the firm". Neither has this been honoured nor is there any sovereign guarantee to secure Indian public funds.
Morality of amending offset clauses midstream
How correct is it to amend offset clauses mid-stream? Can this be done retroactively?
How moral is it to amend the clauses after the IGA was announced and when the 'new deal' is a work-in-progress? The same spirit of inviolability governs and animates the offset guidelines of DPP 2013 as much as they do with the terms and conditions incorporated in the RFP.
While Sitharaman is right in asserting that considering the discount Eurofighter offer wasn't in order in the spirit of morality, how fair was it to modify the offset guidelines on August 5, 2015, months after the IGA pronouncement of March 10, 2015?
I maintain that the new Rafale deal was a flawed procurement and shouldn't have happened in the first place.
Dissent and signing of the Cabinet Note
In her response in parliament, Sitharaman alluded to the concerned joint secretary dissenting on some seminal issues and yet signing on the note sent for CCS approval. Anyone with a nodding acquaintance with official functioning knows that issues are examined on files, views expressed and the same overruled by hierarchical seniors.
The final approving authority's view ultimately prevails and that becomes the final decision. It is this final decision that is conveyed to their higher authorities. Rather than this glib reply of the same dissenting officer signing the note to the CCS, the government would do well to make this document public to vindicate the views expressed by the defence minister.
Winning brownie points
There were several facetious responses from Sitharaman that amused me no end. One such, related to the 'new-deal', was where she claimed that Dassault Aviation has agreed to provide performance guarantee for two squadrons, not one like in the 'non-deal'.
The pith of the matter is when the so-called non-deal was for 18 Rafale aircraft (one squadron) in flyaway condition, it couldn't have offered performance guarantee for two squadrons! Apart from the substantive issue that since it was a non-deal (when her responses were replete with reference to it as a non-deal as and when found convenient) harking back to it in this instance was a complete non-sequitur.
The same too goes when she alluded to MoD (Fin) examining the issues of the non-deal after independent monitors had given a go-ahead in 2012. It needs no emphasis that scrutiny, analysis and concurrence of integrated finance under the Integrated Financial Advisory (IFA) System is de rigueur and not to be trifled with.
MoD (Fin) acts as an independent division overseeing all four departments in the MoD. It not only examines but processes and forwards the file to the Department of Expenditure in the Ministry of Finance, and for eventual approval of the CCS, acting as the Competent Financial Authority (CFA) since it exceeds the combined financial powers of the defence minister and the finance minister.
Either Sitharaman is unaware of this process or chose to mislead by reckoning this as redundant – to only add to the delay and non-decision of the "non-deal".
According approval in February 2014
Now to the non-decision of the previous government in February 2014.
Let's get real and fair. Would it have been morally right for a virtually lame duck government (the Model Code of Conduct hadn't been invoked yet, but a vote on accounts for an extended period had been proposed/passed for the FY 2014-15) to commit huge expenditure just before the election, even though the cash outgo in the FY 2013-14 would have been only a small percentage of the contractual value?
Indo-French Secrecy Pact of 2008
Over the last year, the government has refused to disclose information on the Rafale deal on the basis of a secrecy pact with France.
For someone who has had a lifetime association with the defence ecosystem as a career bureaucrat, and vehemently pleaded for openness and transparency, I can't help but ask if such secrecy clauses couldn't be sculpted into all contracts – to obfuscate core issues from parliament and the public – and thereby shroud defence deals to avoid debate, deliberation, and criticism!
The plain truth is no one stopped the government from delinking this much-vaunted "secrecy clause" from the IGA. The reality is each contract-signing nation chalks out its independent imperatives in sync with its constitutional architecture and mandate – and quite agnostic to the demands/pleadings of the other agreement-signing party, if any. We can only delude ourselves to such secrecy in the name of strategic security but the truth is it convinces none.
Devil in the detail
Another crucial issue is the aspect of transfer of technology (ToT) and indigenous licensed production in India. How vital it is, not only from the point of view of the Make in India but also for future indigenous defence production, shall show up soon.
How will this bear on the fresh RFP (the RFI has been issued in April 2018) likely to come up for 110 fighter aircraft? Not to lose sight of the cost-sheets of the new deal and the brouhaha over substituting HAL as the IOP by other arriviste companies.
To sum up, a dispassionate analysis of facts available in the public domain on the new-deal for procurement of 36 Rafale aircraft clearly suggests serial and seminal shading of facts. This was likely done to endorse the post-facto legitimisation of a spur-of-the-moment decision taken in the IGA pronouncement of April 10, 2015.
No dumbing down of facts or deigning of details will obfuscate the truth though. The devil is in the details, and as the clamour gets louder for openness and transparency, stonewalling of facts is not the way to go about.
Sudhansu Mohanty worked as Controller General of Defence Accounts and then as Financial Adviser, Defence Services before retiring on May 31, 2016.


text:
Welcome to join the network for bioforest industry professionals and companies!
Fill in the membership application by October 31st, 2019 and get a free PI's Autumn Summit! New student members will get one Papermaking Science and Technology book for free! In addition, bubbling prizes will be given to members, who most actively recommend new PI members.
New members are officially accepted twice a year: in the PI's Annual meeting in April and in the fall meeting in November. Welcome to join us!
Read more about membership benefits and fees
Annual members
People working in the forest industry or in the realated industry can join the Asssociation as an annual member. Professionals having a third stage degree are primary target group.
Student members
Student members can join after studying two years at the educational institute. Consequently, to benefit the most from the membership, it is recommended to apply for the membership already in the spring of the second studying year.
NB! Doctoral students will be joined as a normal annual member.
More detailed information can be found in the rules of the association.
Company members
Companies working in the forest or closely related industry can join the Association as a company member.
Corporate membership application form: here


text:
Neymar to finalise new Barcelona contract in 'next few days' - Bartomeu
Neymar will sign a new five-year Barcelona contract in the next few days, club president Josep Maria Bartomeu has said.
Neymar's current deal with Barca ends in June 2018, and talks over an extension have been ongoing for some time amid regular rumours that potential suitors such as Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain or Manchester United could pay the 24-year-old's €200 million release clause this summer.
However, Bartomeu told a news conference on Thursday: "Neymar is not leaving Barca. He is not going to leave.
"The socios [club members] know this, and that is why -- and I don't know whether it will happen tomorrow or the day after -- Neymar is going to sign for five seasons."
Neymar's former agent Wagner Ribeiro had recently said there was interest in the Brazil international from "three big clubs" but that he was happy at the Camp Nou, and the forward's father subsequently stressed that there was "zero chance" of a move to Madrid.
Later on Thursday Neymar all but confirmed a deal has been struck, taking to social media to say he was "very happy to continue living this dream."
Neymar joined Barca from Santos in 2013 and has won La Liga and the Copa del Rey on two occasions as well as the 2015 Champions League.
However, his arrival has prompted off-field problems due to the complicated nature of the transfer, with the club recently reaching an agreement with the Spanish authorities to pay €15m in back taxes and a €5.5m fine.
Bartomeu added: "It is normal that other clubs are interested in him, but I am saying this clearly: Neymar has never told us that he wants to leave.
Bartomeu: "@neymarjr want to stay here. In the next few days we will finalise his contract extension" #FCBlive pic.twitter.com/wFkU9oVcUL- FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) June 30, 2016
"He wants to stay here and we want him to be here, and that is why the club's lawyers and Neymar's lawyers are working to finish this renewal and we hope it will be done over the next few days.
"But we are coming from a tax case with the Spanish revenue service and the prosecutor, and so we must write the contract very carefully. He will continue here for five years."
Follow @ESPNFC on Twitter to keep up with the latest football updates.
Use a Facebook account to add a comment, subject to Facebook's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Your Facebook name, photo & other personal information you make public on Facebook will appear with your comment, and may be used on ESPN's media platforms. Learn more.


text:
Hi and welcome to rogueApron.com – the home for Atlanta's underground supperclub and speakeasy.
We're a passionate group of folks – our volunteers put on monthly dinners in rotating locations, paired with delicious homebrew from East Atlanta Brewery. We work with local farmers, growers, designers, and artists to create delicious, laidback and accessible dinners. Join our mailing list. Come to a dinner, meet really great people. Our site is chockful of info, so zoom around to see what we're about.
Our next dinner is our 1 year anniversary – March 17th. Reservations available soon to our mailing list.
And, if you're a business type, check out the Lady Rogue Business Network – a nonsucky networking group that spun out of rogueApron dinners.
Thanks for checking us out!
Lady Rogue
(P.s. Woohoo rogueApron on CNN.com!! Check the article!)
Filed under: Uncategorized |


text:
This week, Justin and Doug are joined by the very talented Gavin O'Herlihy to discuss the wildly successful movie, Avengers: Infinity War. The heroes break down their favorite moments, propose their theories, and ponder what will happen in the next installment to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Needless to say, SPOILERS ABOUND!
Things are wrapped up with a throw-down with Doctor Strange vs. Loki.
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to us on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify so you don't miss anything!


text:
Simple ways to bring in more dollars for your nonprofitnelnetAdmin2018-10-15T14:04:15-06:00
The right tools of the trade + the right message = taking your nonprofit's mission to the next level.
The right tools of the trade + the right message = taking your nonprofit's mission to the next level.
Checkout abandonment means missed opportunities. But the right gateway can help you recapture those dollars.
If your church or organization hasn't moved to online giving yet, the idea might seem overwhelming. Or maybe you have gone digital, but you're not yet reaping the benefits. In either case, help is here.
Finding new donors is a challenge all nonprofits face. But smart nonprofits know maximizing current donor relationships is the easier way to fundraise.
As rare as paper payments sometimes seem, checks are still heavily used in certain industries. In the nonprofit world, many donors still give via check.
Online giving is a huge part of all nonprofit donations.
You know accepting payments entails processing fees, but maybe you don't know what exactly those fees are. Never fear—we'll break it down for you.
We've said before how easy it is to create what you want the way you want with our Checkout Widget, and guess what? It gets better.
Whether your nonprofit is putting on its own giving day or participating in a community event, it's an excellent way to draw in new donors—some nonprofits have reported that as many as 60% of their giving day donors are brand new.
PaymentSpring's new Checkout Widget is making it easier than ever for businesses and nonprofits to add payments to their website.


text:
Camp Wokanda
620 E Boy Scout Road
309-579-2157 Camp Office
309-686-3360 Reservaiton Line
Camp Wokada is a 276 acre woodland setting including a lake, trails, dining hall, cabins, program buildings, and tent camping. It is an excellent camp to explore the natural beauty of Central Illinois wooded bluffs.
For more information, click here.
For a map, click here.
Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Rt. 29
Toll-free 1-866-278-8837
Three sisters park is a 400 acre landmark that includes a chapel available for concerts and weddings, a large pavillion, butterfly garden and a huge amphitheater. One of the most famous annual events is Spider Hill, a halloween festival with a haunted house, haunted walking trail, and hey rack rides. Contact the park for information on rentals and events!
For more information, click here.
For a map, click here.


text:
Tonight's Evening Brief is brought to you by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB). CCAB delivers awards that celebrate the central role Aboriginal business leaders, communities, businesses, entrepreneurs, and ambassadors have in shaping the future of Canada.
The Lead:
We begin tonight with an exclusive series of stories out of Azraq, Jordan, where being a Syrian refugee is in many ways much like being in prison. iPolitics' own Janice Dickson brings us an up-close and personal look at life in the camps with her first piece from Jordan: Prisoners of the desert: Inside Jordan's Azraq refugee camp.
In Canada:
The Globe and Mail is reporting that Liberal MP Hunter Tootoo – recently returned from the political wilderness where he was undergoing alcohol addiction treatment – will remain out of Liberal caucus because of allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a junior female staffer. CP reports that the PMO's lips are sealed over whether it knew about the allegation when he originally left caucus.
Government officials are hoping the Phoenix pay system rises from the ashes by the end of October – their target date to have all of the pay issues sorted out. But while they work to plug the holes, more leaks keep springing up. Despite dealing with nearly 500 cases of employees not getting paid, close to 600 new cases have appeared. Our Kyle Duggan brings us the new numbers.
NDP MP Jenny Kwan penned her second open letter to Immigration Minister John McCallum today, after learning that Yazidi refugees are being attacked in refugee camps and face lengthy registration delays with the UN body in charge of resettling refugees. Janice Dickson has that story, too.
Toronto Police Const. James Forcillo was sentenced to six years in prison today for the attempted murder of Sammy Yatim, the teen boy shot dead in a Toronto streetcar in 2013. The judge said the officer committed an "egregious breach of trust" when he fired a second volley of shots at the already wounded teenager. CBC reports the decision rejects Forcillo's constitutional challenge — that the mandatory minimum sentence shouldn't apply to an on-duty officer.
Remember ORPP? (Ya, you know me!) Turns out the Wynne government spent $70 million on the now nonexistent pension fund for Ontario – $8 million of which was spent on ads and marketing alone. The National Post's Ashley Csanady has that story.
In James Munson's Drilldown blog: Brad Wall not satisfied with Husky oil spill efforts
In Kelsey Johnson's Sprout blog: U.S. grain company predicting banner crop year
Here's a political backtrack that should come as no surprise whatsoever: Donald Trump now says he was being "sarcastic" in his comments yesterday encouraging Russia to hack into Hillary Clinton's email. Those emails, though, are causing major party headaches. Senior DNC staffers seem to believe they're on the verge of being fired, and were all warned their personal data was part of the recent DNC hack – but internal party tensions and mounting dysfunction have been going on for months — something which the Wikileaks release apparently failed to properly capture. At the Democratic convention tonight, Hillary Clinton is up to bat and has to follow some tough acts after days of impressive speeches.
Meantime, the New York Times reports, in a bout of convention anthropology, that while groups of upset DNC protesters marched outdoors this week, the hotel scene's high-profile party donors rallied behind closed doors in search of access and appointments.
Overseas, one of Syria's most powerful Islamist rebel groups – the Nusra Front – has announced it's splitting from al Qaida and changing its name to Jabhat Fateh al-Sham (the front for the conquest of Syria). The rebranding comes as the U.S. and Russia have stepped up efforts against the group.
In Other Headlines:
- Housing boom spurs Canada lumber surge (Bloomberg)
- IMF overly 'optimistic about' success of EU Bailouts (BBC)
- Did Donald Trump's Executives Violate the Cuban Embargo? (Bloomberg)
- Angela Merkel defends Germany's refugee policy after attacks (Guardian)
- Rio Promised to Clean Up Guanabara Bay Before Olympics (Bloomberg)
- Trudeau's Freer Votes Pledge Embraced By Independent-Minded Liberals (Huffington Post)
- Erdogan wants army under president's control after coup: Turkish official (Reuters)
While Hillary Clinton made history by clinching the Democratic nomination this week, a good many newspapers seem to have been confused about which Clinton, exactly, it was. Or at least some of them failed to telegraph the importance of the event when, instead of running front page shots of Hillary Clinton, they printed photos of Bill Clinton or, in some cases, Hillary's former rival Bernie Sanders – spawning much online furor.
The Kicker:
Having trouble deciphering the new political street-slang that the hip politicos are using these days? Tristin Hopper over at National Post has your guide to what's in vogue this year on U.S. convention floors and beyond.
Good night.


text:
Stephen Thompson Stephen Thompson is an editor and reviewer for NPR Music, where he writes the advice column The Good Listener and fusses over comma placement. He is also a frequent panelist on All Songs Considered, and appears every week on Pop Culture Happy Hour.
Stories By
Stephen Thompson
Pop Culture Happy Hour: Musical Discoveries From SXSW 2018
SXSW 2018 Wrap-Up: Our Favorite Discoveries And Memorable Moments
The All Songs Considered SXSW Preview, 2018
Pop, Rock And An Onslaught Of Rhythm: The Songs Of SXSW
From 'Slingshot' To SXSW: Public Radio Favorites Head To Austin
Audio is no longer available
planet dust
Audio is no longer available


text:
Understanding the electricity subsidy. A series created by Christopher Narine Thomas, Chairman of the Energy Efficiency and Alternative Energy Committee
Part 1
The islands of the Caribbean have been identified in many studies as having exceptional solar resource potential and Trinidad & Tobago is no exception. Despite this, there are only a few islands that have achieved significant penetration from solar based renewables. This is mainly due to the high upfront cost of solar and the lack of scalability due to the small demand of many Caribbean nations. This coupled with a dearth of hydrocarbon resources requires these nations to import diesel and fuel oil to generate electricity. As a consequence the cost of electricity in much of the Caribbean typically lies between USD $0.30 - $0.40 per kWh and fluctuates with prevailing oil prices. In comparison the cost of electricity in Trinidad & Tobago is steady at around $0.05 per kWh. Many attribute this large discrepancy to T&T having cheap and abundant gas resources, and to an extent this is true. However, the bulk of the benefit comes in the form of a subsidy on electricity. While not as popular in the public domain as the fuel subsidy, the electricity subsidy is one of the major barriers to the uptake of renewable energy penetration in T&T.
The history of the electricity subsidy
In T&T all electricity is produced using natural gas making our twin island state the second nation in the world to achieve this feat (the first being Qatar). Despite only meeting this accomplishment relatively recently it must be noted that as a nation we began examining how to utilize our abundant natural gas reserves over 35 years ago. It was during this time in the 1970s that several reports were submitted to the government on the value and usefulness of natural gas. One of these reports, the Adams Report on Natural Gas Pricing (1978), clearly outlined that if natural gas was to be used for power generation, it must be at a rate that is cheap and affordable to all citizens of Trinidad and Tobago. This policy position still stands today and is the basis upon which our electricity is subsidized.
The mechanics of the electricity subsidy
The electricity subsidy is at its core an opportunity cost subsidy. T&Tec purchases gas from the NGC at a rate that is significantly below the prevailing market rate. T&Tec then pays the independent power producers (Powergen, Trinity Power or TGU) to convert the chemical energy inherent in the natural gas to electrical energy at a negotiated rate outlined in the respective power purchase agreements (PPAs). Therefore the cost price of electrical generation is equal to the following formula:
Cost of natural gas + Cost of conversion = Cost Price of Electricity Generation
Adding in the cost of distribution, O&M and capital depreciation brings you to the fully loaded cost of electricity in T&T. From the formula it is therefore clear that the main driver for the low price of electricity is the subsidized natural gas price. As a result, the NGC is foregoing an opportunity to sell this gas at a higher price. In Trinidad and Tobago natural gas demand for power is protected from competing with natural gas demand for petrochemicals and LNG thereby allowing citizens to benefit from low cost electricity. If power were forced to compete with petrochemicals and LNG for natural gas the price paid for electricity by the end consumer would increase as well. This means therefore that while the citizens of the country benefit from low cost electricity, they are also foregoing an opportunity to generate additional revenues from increased gas sales from higher valued natural gas based derivatives. While low cost electricity is a benefit to any population, the extremely low cost of electricity in Trinidad and Tobago results in wasteful practices and a nonchalant attitude to energy efficiency which puts an undue strain on our natural resource base.
Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency
Trinidad and Tobago's population growth rate is around 4% annually. Using this growth rate it has been projected that we will need another power plant sometime in the early 2020's. If we choose to meet this growth with a utility scale solar or wind project with combined cycle power being used as back up during the night or low prevailing winds and a national drive toward energy efficiency we can considerably reduce the drain on our natural gas resources. Therefore it seems that contrary to popular belief, renewables and T&T are in perfect alignment as renewables are a method of reducing gas demand for power generation which in turn can be used to create higher value products. The result being job creation in a newly formed renewable energy sector, increased levels of gas based revenue and an easing of the industry wide gas shortage.
In the upcoming installment of this series we will determine the magnitude of the opportunity cost mentioned earlier and do a deep dive on the economics of renewables on our subsidized energy landscape.


text:
Factcheck on the Wolves Ad
I guess this is what you call a new low for the Bush campaign. You know that gloriously positive Wolves ad that the Bush campaign put forward?
It throws out this apparently new charge that Kerry cut six billion dollars from intelligence after the first terrorist attacks. But of course, with the Bush campaign, that all depends on what the nuances of the words are.
Yeah, that's right, the nuances. Bush is very talented at putting forward nuancing that doesn't sound like nuance. In this case? The truth of the ad all depends on whether you think they mean 9/11, or the 1993 truck bombing of the World Trade Center.
That's right, that's what they meant.
Just wait a second. It gets better!
Here's a comment from Dick Cheney's favorite site.
Take note (so I don't have to argue with anybody over this) that these suggested cuts, though initially resisted, became so uncontroversial that "In 1995 Republican Senator Arlen Specter proposed to cut $1 billion from the super-secret National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) for fiscal year 1996. That cut was considered so uncontroversial that it passed by a voice vote."
As for the second cut that's often mentioned, that one was well justified, because it involved an illegal slushfund that was funneling billions of dollars out of taxpayers pockets.
They weren't going to gut the agency either. This was going to be one billion dollars of cuts a year for five years out of a thirty billion dollar budget. Cuts in human intelligence were made long before.
So what do we have here? Scare tactics that don't even feature information that should legitimately scare people.
What people should be genuinely disgusted about, in intelligence terms, is a Sitting president making jokes about a intelligence failure that has cost over a thousand lives.Posted by Stephen Daugherty at October 22, 2004 6:04 PM


text:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics programming
HCSC is shaping its future workforce today with practical experiences in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). With first-hand experiences and exciting opportunities in STEM-related fields for high school and college students, we're bridging gaps in the STEM pipeline, attracting new talent and creating an inclusive culture.
"The more we can understand science, mathematics, engineering and technology, the better we can understand and adapt to the changing world around us," says Melanie Simmons, a manager in integrated marketing at HCSC and a STEM programming volunteer.
Melanie says working with young people in these programs has taught her that STEM opens huge opportunities for people of all backgrounds. "It is the future and it's an equalizer for today's youth."
Our STEM programs and partners include:
- Boys and Girls Club of Richardson, Texas
- City Colleges of Chicago
- Dallas Independent School District STEM Expo
- Discovery Festival Event by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central New Mexico
- Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas STEM Career Day
- Lumity One-Day Challenge
- Lumity STEM Career Day
- National Society of Black Engineers
- Project SYNCERE
- TutorMate Innovations for Learning
- UNCF STEM Scholarship
- Work-Study Program with Cristo Rey/Christ the King Jesuit High Schools
I have grown during my time with HCSC because I remember being here as a freshman and I was really shy and scared to talk to people. Now…I talk to more people and am more confident. I feel lucky to have this opportunity. - Evelyn S., intern
Building a pipeline of diverse talent in STEM fields is integral to our overall diversity and inclusion strategy.
Evelyn S., one of our interns from Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Chicago, says the experience allowed her to meet people and work on real projects. She is now a senior and has interned with us all four years of high school.
"I personally think I have grown during my time with HCSC," Evelyn says. "I remember being here as a freshman, and I was really shy and scared to talk to people. Now I talk to more people and am more confident. I feel lucky to have this opportunity."
Evelyn works with the technology team in the human resources department. She has provided input on many projects and will leave with many new skills. "I was able to achieve more things than I could imagine," she says.
We're thrilled to offer opportunities for Evelyn and many other young people who are looking to learn and grow in STEM-related careers.


text:
Forum Post: Bernie Sanders Calls for an End to Federal Prohibition on Marijuana
Posted 3 years ago on Oct. 29, 2015, 7:38 a.m. EST by factsrfun
from Phoenix, AZ
This content is user submitted and not an official statement
by ALEX SEITZ-WALD
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders called for ending the prohibition on marijuana Wednesday evening at an event for college students at George Mason University in Northern Virginia.
"In my view, the time is long overdue for us to remove the federal prohibition on marijuana," Sanders said to cheers. "In my view, states should have the right to regulate marijuana the same way that state and local laws now govern the sale of alcohol and tobacco."
It would be a dramatic departure from decades of federal drug policy. And while Sanders stopped short of calling for the full legalization of marijuana, he is now closer to it than any other candidate in either party.


text:
In the early to mid-2000s, the first season of Tim Kring's Heroes worked to establish the show as a cult-hit and the series' popularity helped usher in an era of superheroes. However, after a decrease in quality and, subsequently, interest, Heroes was canceled with only four seasons under its belt. Now, Kring is bringing the heroes back to NBC in the form of Heroes Reborn, a 13-episode miniseries.
Fans of Heroes got a first look at the revival earlier this year during the Super Bowl when a short teaser debuted. Then, the first trailer was released a few weeks ago, introducing viewers to new heroes while showing the return of fan-favorites. Now, an extended trailer was unveiled during the Heroes Reborn panel at Comic-Con International 2015.
The extended version (above) features much of the footage that appeared in previously-released promos as well as the first trailer. This second trailer offers a better look at the world viewers will be returning to, which isn't the same as when we left it. In this world people with powers are more in the public eye - and are persecuted, even hunted, because of it.
The extended trailer also gives us a better look at the return of Noah Bennet a.k.a. Horn-Rimmed Glasses (Jack Coleman) who seemingly separated himself from his life dealing with powered people. Additionally, Zachary Levi's new character, Luke Collins, is confirmed to be someone who hunts (and kills) those who admit to having powers.
In addition to HRG, other Heroes stars returning for the miniseries include Hiro Nakamura (Masi Oka), Matt Parkman (Greg Grunberg), Mohinder Suresh (Sendhil Ramamurthy) Angela Petrelli (Christine Rose) and Micah Sanders (Noah Gray-Cabey), all of whom appear in the extended trailer. As for new heroes, Miko (Kiki Sukezane), Tommy (Robbie Kay) and Carlos (Ryan Guzman) are all featured in the Comic-Con trailer.
Since it was announced, it was clear Heroes Reborn would mix new characters with returning heroes and the extended trailer reinforces that idea. It seems many of those reprising their roles from Heroes will only do so for short periods of time, with Mohinder and Angela Petrelli making brief appearances in the trailer. However, Micah's' reveal of his identity and Hiro's sword-fighting hint that their roles may certainly be worth fans' excitement.
As for the world of Heroes Reborn, it is painted as a bleak future in which those without powers are working to track down the "evolved humans" in an effort to wipe them out. In addition to the political aspect of the series, there seems to be an apocalyptic event on the horizon that only the heroes can fight.
These themes have been explored by superhero media before, both in comics and on the big screen - not to mention next year's Captain America: Civil War will deal with the consequences of organizations tracking people with abilities. That being said, though, Heroes Reborn seems to offer enough of an interesting take on the premise to interest new viewers. As for fans, the extended trailer paints Heroes Reborn as an entertaining opportunity to revisit this world and the characters that they once enjoyed (while watching a new story unfold).
Next: Zachary Levi Talks Heroes Reborn
Heroes Reborn debuts Thursday, September 24th @8PM on NBC.


text:
Posted By Pramath | On 12th, Jul. 2011 Under Industry News, News | Follow This Author @Pramath1605
This year's Wii U reveal might have been botched, but it did have some highlights. Notable among these was the line of quality third party games that Nintendo revealed, along with more third party developers, most notably EA and Irrational, who pledged future support for the console.
So just in case you were excited about a Bioshock Infinite tailor made for the Wii U when you saw Levine during Nintendo's E3 presser, hold your horses- in the same interview with IGN in which he talked extensively about the Playstation Move and Playstation Vita, Levine talked about the Wii U, and what his company was working on for it. Or more specifically, what his company wasn't working on.
"I'm not saying it can't happen," Levine said. "But we have no plans to do any games for that platform."
He then went on to talk about the Wii U, as well as the Vita, waxing eloquent about the two new systems.
"There are some things, as a core gamer, as a guy who likes lying in bed playing… I've always had to sacrifice that core gaming experience when I lie in bed playing games. We're now getting to a place with Vita and what Nintendo's doing where that's not necessarily going to be the case, where you can play full-on hardcore games in bed with the lights out while your wife's asleep.
"I like that a lot. That means a lot to me. On the airplane? That means a lot to me as a core gamer, that you've got two sticks," he continued.
"That's so important to me. The fact that the Wii U has got two sticks… I feel it's like… It's a great year for the core coming back and saying, okay, have your touch screens, have your motion control, we'll try to make that work, and if you can pull that off it'll be really good.
"But I want to have my cake and eat it too. I think these experiences are starting to allow that to happen. I love my iPad, but I mostly work on it, I don't play a lot of games on it, because I'm not into that style or form factor, that three-minute experience."
Bioshock Infinite releases next year, and it looks absolutely stunning.
Contact Us About Us Staff Advertise With Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use Reviews Policy Hooked Gamers Community Policy


text:
John 8:1-11 and Luke 7:36-50 teach a powerful lesson about the Savior's willingness and ability to forgive sin. In the scriptures, when people genuinely cry out to Jesus to be forgiven, He always responds with a granting of this request. I asked the students if they could think of other examples of when people cried out for redemption and here are some of their responses:
1. The 10,000 talent debtor – Matthew 18:23-35
2. Alma the Younger – Alma 36:18-19
3. Lamoni – Alma 19:1-13
We read Alma 34:31 in class which states:
"Yea, I would that ye would come forth and harden not yoru hearts any longer; for behold, now is the time and the day of your salvation; and therefore, if ye will repent and harden not your hearts, immediately shall the great plan of redemption be brought about unto you."
The message is that when we approach the Savior, He stands ready to forgive. This is called justification. Justification is an event. The process whereby we become perfected in Christ is called sanctification. Both are required for exaltation. But the idea that we somehow have to have "everything fixed" in order to approach God and ask for forgiveness actually causes young people to not repent, because they think that they are not worthy or ready to make a change.
By emphasizing these two stories in the New Testament, I believe a major intent of the author(s) is to stress the importance that we believe in a merciful ten thousand talent (Matt 18:24), ring on the finger (Luke 15:22), seventy times seven (Matt 18:22), compassionate (D&C 64:2), filled with lovingkindness God (Psalm 107:43).
Knowing this truth will motivate young people to repent of their sins, even in their imperfection. This doctrine will give them the courage to ask for the saving grace necessary to conquer addictions, bad habits, or anything else which makes them feel unworthy. I challenged the youth to go to Heavenly Father in prayer today – to seek His loving grace and plead for help in their personal struggles, especially when it comes to our sinful natures. Knowing and believing that our Heavenly Father is wanting and willing to forgive us motivates us to seek Him out and do His will.
For the remainder of this post I will use examples which illustrate how both justification and sanctification work in our lives.
In its theological sense, justification is a forensic, or purely legal, term. It describes what God declares about the believer, not what He does to change the believer. In fact, justification effects no actual change whatsoever in the sinner's nature or character. Justification is a divine judicial edict. It changes our status only, but it carries ramifications that guarantee other changes will follow. Forensic decrees like this are fairly common in everyday life.
Justification is more than simple pardon; pardon alone would still leave the sinner without merit before God. So when God justifies He imputes divine righteousness to the sinner (Romans 4:22-25). Christ's own infinite merit thus becomes the ground on which the believer stands before God (Romans 5:19; 1 Corinthians 1:30; Philippians 3:9). So justification elevates the believer to a realm of full acceptance and divine privilege in Jesus Christ.
Elder D. Todd Christofferson put it this way:
Christ removes our condemnation without removing the law. We are pardoned and placed in a condition of righteousness with Him. We become, like Him, without sin. We are sustained and protected by the law, by justice. We are, in a word, justified. 1
Justification is an event. An example of this event is the sacrament. What we want, what we are after is both justification and sanctification.
Partake Worthily of the Sacrament
Elder Bruce R. McConkie stated:
Baptism is for the remission of sins; it is the ordinance, ordained of God, to cleanse a human soul. Baptism is in water and of the Spirit and is preceded by repentance. The actual cleansing of the soul comes when the Holy Ghost is received. The Holy Ghost is a sanctifier whose divine commission is to burn dross and evil out of a human soul as though by fire, thus giving rise to the expression baptism of fire, which is the baptism of the Spirit. Forgiveness is assured when the contrite soul receives the Holy Spirit, because the Spirit will not dwell in an unclean tabernacle.
The sacrament of the Lord's Supper is the ordinance, ordained of God, in which baptized saints are privileged, repeatedly and often, to renew the covenant of baptism. Those who partake worthily of the sacramental emblems, by so doing, covenant on their part to remember the body of the Son of God who was crucified for them; to take upon them his name, as they did in the waters of baptism; and to "always remember him and keep his commandments which he has given them; that they may always have his Spirit to be with them." (D&C 20:77.) Thus those who partake worthily of the sacrament—and the same repentance and contrition and desires for righteousness should precede the partaking of the sacrament as precede baptism—all such receive the companionship of the Holy Spirit. Because the Spirit will not dwell in an unclean tabernacle, they thus receive a remission of their sins through the sacramental ordinance. Through this ordinance the Lord puts a seal of approval upon them; they are renewed in spirit and become new creatures of the Holy Ghost, even as they did at baptism; they put off the old man of sin and put on Christ whose children they then are.
There are also numerous other sacred occasions when the saints may get in tune with and receive the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit in their lives. The receipt of this heaven-sent boon always attests that the recipient has forsaken the world and is no longer encumbered by its wicked ways. One of these occasions may attend a proper anointing and blessing of the sick. "Is any sick among you?" James asks. "Let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: and the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed." (James 5:14-16.) If the Spirit of the Lord rests upon one who is being blessed by the elders, in connection with this or any other ordinance, it automatically follows that the one blessed receives a remission of his sins; otherwise the Spirit would not be present. We do not want for occasions upon which sins may be remitted. Our problem is one of so living that we are worthy to have the companionship of the Spirit in our lives. 2
I will add that the final thought here shared by Elder McConkie leads us to the idea of being sanctified. It is through having the Spirit in our lives that our very nature is changed. You might say that that the process of sanctification is found in a seemingly endless series of justification events.
A common mistake
Repentance is a principle of the gospel that some of us mistakenly think will take a our entire lives to achieve, that somehow forgiveness is only available after an eternity of personal effort and toil. Such a thought is enough to discourage anyone. Fortunately, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland once explained the following:
You can change anything you want to change, and you can do it very fast. (A) Satanic sucker punch is that it takes years and years and eons to repent. That's just not true. It takes exactly as long to repent as it takes for you to say, "I'll change"- and mean it. Of course there will be problems to work out and restitutions to make. You may well spend- indeed, you had better spend- the rest of your life proving your repentance by its permanence. But change, growth, renewal, and repentance can come for you as instantaneously as it did for Alma and the sons of Mosiah. 3
Sanctification is a process, not an event. Church members are in a covenant relationship with God. Justification and sanctification are gifts from God because of the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It is important that we don't get the idea that justification and sanctification are a reward we earn when we change our behavior by exercising our will power. That would be like a man thinking that by disciplined eating and exercising he could earn the resurrection. We're not justified or sanctified through exercising will power. We're justified and sanctified by "yielding [our] hearts unto God" (Helaman 3:35).
What if I am repeatedly struggling?
Sometimes in our repentance, in our daily efforts to become more Christlike, we find ourselves repeatedly struggling with the same difficulties. As if we were climbing a tree-covered mountain, at times we don't see our progress until we get closer to the top and look back from the high ridges. Don't be discouraged. If you are striving and working to repent, you are in the process of repenting. As we improve, we see life more clearly and feel the Holy Ghost working more strongly within us. 4
As we move along the gospel path, we will continue to find that we are changing. This changing of our natures, this process, is sanctification. As we experience justification events in our lives- reading the scriptures, receiving revelation, taking the sacrament, experiencing the guidance of the Holy Ghost in our lives, we become more holy, losing our disposition to do evil. This is what it means to be sanctified. Our hearts change, and we find that we are more and more like our Savior because we have experienced what it means to listen to His voice and follow in His ways.
The Parable of the Canning Jars
The way that sanctification and justification work in our lives is illustrated in the following parable by Bob George:
The process of canning is an excellent illustration of the two parts of the gospel. Let's say that you are going to preserve some peaches. What is first thing you have to do? Sterilize the jars. Why the process of sterilization? So that the contents of the jars (the peaches) will be preserved from spoiling.
Imagine a husband coming home and finding his wife boiling jars in the kitchen.
"What are you doing, honey?"
"Sterilizing jars."
"Why are you doing that?" the husband asks.
"I just like clean jars," she answers.
The husband is clearly at a loss. "What are you going to do next?" he asks.
"Keep them clean!"
This story doesn't make much sense, does it? You have never seen anyone decorate his kitchen with a sterile jar collection. No, the only reason to sterilize jars is because you intend to put something in them. We would never expect to find a person involved in only half the process of canning, just cleansing jars. But we have done this exact thing with the gospel! We have separated God's sterilization process… from His filling process- Christ coming to live in us…
The Christian world, to a large extent, has been guilty of teaching half a gospel- that is, the cross of Christ which brought us forgiveness of sins. But by separating forgiveness of sins from the message of receiving the life of Christ, we have not only missed out on experiencing life, but we have lost sight of the purpose of forgiveness in the first place…
As a matter of fact, there is one final part of the canning process. After sterilizing the jars and filling them with fruit, the jars are sealed. Sealing keeps the good things inside and the bad things that would spoil the contents outside. 5
1. Elder D. Todd Christofferson, Justification and Sanctification, Ensign, June 2001, p. 18.
2. Elder Bruce R. McConkie, A New Witness for the Articles of Faith [Salt Lake City: Deseret Book Co., 1985], 239.
3. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, However Long and Hard the Road, p. 6 emphasis added. See also C. Robert Line, Pure Before Thee, p. 15.
4. Elder Neil L. Andersen from "Repent . . . That I May Heal You" General Conference October 2009.
5. Classic Christianity: Life's Too Short to Miss the Real Thing, Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, 1989, 59-60.


text:
Ninety days in New Zealand (Sweet as)
Number of days: 90 (34 when we didn't ride)
Distance cycled: 4540km
Average daily distance: 81km (only riding days)
Days over 100km: 15
Longest day: 132km
Punctures: 4, all Flora!
Nights spent in a bed: 32 (The rest being in the tent, on garage floors, horse boxes, etc.)
Snacks of choice: Ginger nuts, avocados and salted peanuts.
Drink of choice: Long black
Get downs: Luke 3 Flora 0.75
Most discussed: Poor beard growth, friends and family, tan line regulation, the cat.
Most argued over: Mode of transport, tent farts, eating from the same pan.
Favourite images:


text:
|Account type
|Minimum deposit
|Minimum trade size
|Maximum leverage
|Typical Spreads
|1.45 pips
|ECN Raw
|0.45 pips + AUD $3.5 / lot (per side)
FP MARKETS offers its clients a choice of two live account types: Standard commission-free one, and RAw account which provides tighter spreads, but also involving a commission.
Micro lots are available for trade on both account types and, of course, the broker also provides free Demo accounts, which are always appreciated by inexperienced traders.
FP MARKETS (FPM) is a CFD and forex provider specializing in Direct Market Access (DMA) trading, that has over 10 years of experience.
The company behind the FP MARKETS brand is First Prudential Markets Pty Ltd., which holds an Australian Financial Services License and is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC).
ASIC requires licensed companies to meet certain requirements and to comply with various rules. Clients' money is to be kept in segregated trust accounts. As for the minimum capital requirement, forex brokers must hold at least $ 1 million in order to prove their good financial standing. In comparison, UK's FCA requires forex brokers to possess at least 730 000 EUR and Cyprus' CySEC – 1 000 000 EUR.
Unlike many EU-based brokers, however, Australian ones are not covered by any compensation scheme. FCA-regulated brokerages, for example, fall under Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), which protects consumers up to £50,000 per person per company.
Despite the regulation and the requirements set to Australian brokers, one should be aware of the risks of trading Margin FX and CFDs. Returns and gains are not guaranteed. ASIC, the Australian Government nor any other person guarantees any funds in your account.
Minimum Initial Deposit
Traders are required to deposit $100 in order to open an account with FP MARKETS, which is an average initial amount.
Average Spreads & Commissions
FP MARKETS offers variable spreads, the typical ones on its commission-free account amounting to 1.45, and the ones on the ECN Raw accounts averaging to 0.45 pips on EUR/USD. Considering that commission of $3 per standard lot per side applies on the Raw account, trading costs of such account holders amount to a little over 1 pip, which is a competitive pricing.
For further information, you may look up real-time spreads of 15 leading brokers here.
Maximum Leverage
Clients of FP MARKETS use leverage ratios up to 1:500 and such maximum leverage level is considered high. Some jurisdictions cap leverage to levels significantly lower than this (i.e. 1:50 in the US), because higher leverage involves higher risk of heavy losses in excess of initial investments.
FP MARKETS offers its customers several trading platforms: MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5, and its in-house IRESSTrader, specialized in CFDs trading.
MT4 is the most widely used forex platform, available to FPM's clients as PC, Mac, iPhone/iPad and Android versions. MT4 provides all the tools and resources a trader needs: a number of technical indicators, advanced charting package, extensive back-testing environment and a wide range of Expert Advisers (EAs). By using EAs traders may sit back, while the software does all the work, as Expert Advisers allow full automatization of trades.
If you are running EAs, it is vital that your platform is Internet connected 24 hours a day. The best solution in this case is VPS and FP Markets has partnered with TradersColo and BeeksFX VPS, to provide a customized low latency solution for their clients. The VPS seamlessly connects traders to the Equinix NY4 grid using cutting edge technology and providing excellent execution.
What is more, there are Multi Account Manager MAM/PAMM options on MT4. MetaFX has developed a stand-alone console to assist Multi Account manages in trading. The MAM/PAMM offered are customizable and user friendly.
As MT4 will soon be phased out, the broker launched trading in the latest version of MetaQuotes software - MetaTrader 5. It has most of the great features of MT4 (such as the great charting, and EAs), as well as some new ones. Most importantly, the MT5 offer traders the opportunity to trade an extended number of instruments from a variety of asset classes.
As regards FP Markets' proprietary platform IRESSTrader, it provides its clients with access to DMA CFDs with industry leading execution, a wide ranges of order types, stop-loss, live news feeds, international data, complete market depth and charting facilities.
IRESSTrader is a web based platform you can access from any PC or even a mobile device.
FP MARKETS offers its clients a variety of deposit/withdrawal methods: via credit/debit card, bank wire, BPAY, AstroPay, Neteller, Skrill, China UnionPay.
Depending on the depositing method, clients may use the following currencies: AUD, USD, SGD, CHF, GBP, CAD, HKD, JPY, EUR, and NZD.
FP MARKETS is a reliable Australian STP broker, offering competitive conditions for trading in variety of assets, including Bitcoin (with leverage 1:10). These can be traded on three trading platforms with NDD execution (no conflict of interest). To sum things up, here are the advantages and drawbacks with regards to FP MARKETS:
|Low cost of trading, NDD execution
|No significant doisadvantages
|Many platforms available (MT4, MT5, as well as a proprietary one)
|High leverage levels
Headquarters: FP Markets Pty, Ltd Level 5, Exchange House, 10 Bridge Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Country: Australia
Regulated by: ASIC
|Account type
|Minimum deposit
|Minimum trade size
|Maximum leverage*
|Average Spreads
|1.8 pips
|$20 000/$10 000
|1.3 pips **/1.5 pips
*Leverage in the US is limited to 1:50.
** Spreads can be as low as 0.7, based on the clients' trading volume.
FOREX.COM currently offers two account types: Standard, and Active Trader. The ActiveTrader account was launched in November, 2016 in Canada and US and soon it will also be rolled out to the rest of the markets where the broker operates.
An alternative to the ActiveTrader, Premium account (currently available in UK, Australia, etc.) is available with $10 000 and offers spreads averaged 1.5 pips. It also offers 2% interest on your account balance, up to $50,000.
The Active Trader account is accessible only via the broker's proprietary FOREXTrader platform and will not be offered to traders using the MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or any Managed Accounts and accounts referred by an introducing broker (IB).
In addition, FOREX.COM offers swap-free accounts to investors of Islamic belief.
Minimum initial deposit
In order to open an account with FOREX.COM, one has to invest just $50, which is a low minimum initial deposit. In comparison, FXCM also demands $50 from its clients as a start.
Spreads & Commission
One of the main advantages of major broker FOREX.COM is that it offers commission-free trading. Of course, this means that the company gets remuneration for its services by a mark-up. That is why FOREX.COM' variable spreads are not among the tightest in the industry – average ones amount to 1.8 pips on EUR/USD pair. Nonetheless, you get access to a selection of trading platforms with fast execution (average execution speed is 0.05 seconds), and most importantly, your funds are safe.
In addition, ActiveTrader account holders may benefit from an average 15% reduction on our standard spreads. Spreads on this account type can be as low as 0.7 pips on EUR/USD, plus, their holders get personalized support, priority service and no account fees on the FOREXTrader Platform.
In comparison, FXCM offers variable spreads, averaged 1.5 pips on commission-free accounts. For further information, you may check out and compare real-time spreads of 15 leading brokers here.
Maximum leverage
The maximum leverage levels offered by FOREX.COM is up to 1:200, which is considered average. Of course, the maximum leverage provided to US clients is 1:50.
If you need higher leverage ratios, many FX brokers provide such. FXCM offers leverage up to 1:400 and you may also check out a list of brokerages providing leverage up to 1:500 or higher here. You should keep in mind, however, that higher leverage involves greater risk of losses.
Set up in 1999, Gain Capital now has a global reach. Being one of the largest brokers in the US, it is therefore in direct competition with FXCM for the domination of the US market. It is It offers trading in currency pairs, index & commodities CFDs, precious metals, as well as exchange-traded futures and options (US clients).
First of all, GAIN Capital Group, LLC is a registered futures commission merchant and retail foreign exchange dealer with the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and is also a member of the National Futures Association (NFA).
Brokers that are registered with the NFA are obliged to comply with a stringent set of rules. US regulation is one of the strictest, which is a good thing in terms of investor protection, however some of the rules imposed are considered too restrictive.
For instance, NFA-registered brokers are required to maintain a net capital of at least $20 million to guarantee customers' positions, which is the highest minimum capital requirement worldwide.
Besides, hedging is not allowed and leverage is limited to 1:50, while European brokers are free to provide leverages up to 1:1000 or even higher than that.
The parent company, GAIN Capital Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GCAP), is a New Jersey-based forex and CFD broker. As a global publicly traded company, regulated in 7 jurisdictions, Gain Capital meets high standards of corporate governance, financial reporting and disclosure. Generally speaking, if you choose to invest in forex.com, you may trade without worries about your funds' safety.
GAIN Capital Group, LLC
Forex.com UK Limited
GAIN Capital FOREX.com Australia Pty Limited
Forex.com Canada Limited
GAIN Capital Group (Hong Kong) Limited
Hong Kong
GAIN Capital Japan Ltd.
Forex.com offers its clients two basic trading platforms: its in-house FOREXTrader & and the popular MetaTrader 4. In addition, the brokerage also supports Tradable and its special ECN platform, GTX.
The fully-customizable FOREXTrader is equipped with advanced trading features, professional charting tools and integrated research and analysis. It comes in as web, PC varsions and full array of mobile apps (including iOS and Android devices). FOREXTrader PRO's professional-grade trading tools include real-time charting, pattern recognition software by Autochartist, and custom-built automated trading software, called Strategy Center.
Among the FOREXTrader's features is the Strategy Center with automated buy and sell signals, which allows traders to access 15 user customizable pre-defined trading strategies as well as build their own via the Strategy Wizard. The Strategy Center includes the ability to back test strategies against historical data and then activate them to generate buy and sell signals in real time.
Forex.com's inhouse FOREXTrader platform. Click to enlarge.
The comprehensive research and analysis includes round-the-clock updates from our expert in-house research team, real-time concise headlines from Reuters News, and professional technical analysis from industry-leading Trading Central.
With this platform, users are able to choose between instant and market execution (through the Execution Mode drop-down). Unfortunately, FOREXTrader does not allow hedging, as open positions are closed in compliance with the (First in First Out) FIFO accounting rule, applicable in the US.
Some of the new functionalities of the platform after a recent update include powerful charts with integrated one-click trading, smart trade ticket with advanced risk management option, pre-defined and customizable layouts, and more.
The most common forex trading platform - MetaTrader4 - is also supported by Forex.com. It offers competitive pricing on over 45 currencies, superior market execution and EA optimized environment. Furthermore, Forex.com's MT4 is equipped with some unique trader tools & resources, such as live commentary from the company's Global Research Team, real time technical analysis from Trading Central and actionable ideas from Autochartist. According to us, MT4, offered by forex.com has one significant disadvantage - it does Not offer a 3rd party bridge.
GAIN Capital's GTX is an independent and innovative ECN designed for institutions and professional traders. It offers robust algorithmic trading capabilities that enable clients to develop and implement a wide range of trading strategies using GTX's Java or FIX-based APIs.
Clients of Forex.com may use bank wire transfer, as well as debit/credit cards as payment methods.
US clients may also make deposits and withdrawals via Check and eCheck (U.S. bank accounts only), while EU clients can use Sofortbanking (online funds transfer available in the UK, Germany, Switzerland, The Netherlands and Belgium only).
Although its spreads are not among the tightest on the forex market, we highly recommend Forex.com, for it has earned its reputation of a reliable broker with strong regulation and transparent policy. It offers reasonable conditions for trading in forex, CFDs and stocks on a wide range of platforms. Here are, in a nutshell, the advantages and disadvantages with regards to Forex.com, the retail forex brand of Gain Capital:
|Well-regulated & reputable broker
|Mediocre spreads
|Commission-free trading
|Choice of trading platforms, MT4 available
|Fast execution speed
Company Name: FOREX.com
Website Address: www.forex.com
Headquarters: Bedminster One, 135 US Highway 202/206, Suite 11, Bedminster, NJ 07921.
Country: United States
Regulated by: NFA (USA), CFTC (USA), FCA (UK), FSA (Japan), ASIC (Australia), IIROC (Canada)
Languages: English, Chinese Traditional and Simplified, Arabic, Russian, German, and Japanese
Phone: +1 908-731-0750
Fax: +1-908-731-0701
E-mail: [email protected]
Free Phone: Toll Free: 877-367-3946 (US & Canada)
Year of company's foundation: 1999
Year of company's forex division foundation: 1999
Client base: Individuals (IBs, Money Managers, White Label partners, please visit www.gaincapital.com).
Services: Forex and Metals (UK and AU only). Trading 24 hours a day from Sunday 5pm ET – Friday 5:00pm ET. Commission Free trading (bid/ask spreads apply). Web-based trading platform requires no download or installation. No debit balance guarantee. Free access to charting, news and research. 24 hour customer support via phone, email and chat during trading hours. Mobile trading available. 24 Hour trading.
Languages: English, Chinese simplified and traditional, Arabic, Russian, Japanese


text:
Refugees Sue Canada for Health Insurance
(CN) – Doctors, lawyers and refuge-seekers sued Canada, claiming the government's plan to strip refugees of health insurance coverage is unconstitutional.
Canadian Doctors for Refugee Care, the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers and three refugee claimants filed an application for judicial review in the Federal Court of Canada.
They claim the government's denial of health insurance coverage violates domestic and international law. Named as respondents are the Attorney General of Canada and the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration.
The applicants claim the government altered the terms of the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) last year, and the alterations "have threatened the health of the individual applicants as well as refugee claimants and privately sponsored refugees generally."
"The IFHP was designed as an interim measure to provide basic health, vision and dental insurance to resettled refugees, detainees, trafficked persons and to refugee claimants up until the time they were either accepted and eligible for provincial health care or their claim was refused and they left Canadian territory and jurisdiction," the application states.
The government acknowledged in 2011 that the program was "inspired by Canada's international obligations toward persons seeking its protection, a commitment to protect their health, a desire to protect the Canadian public from infectious diseases and an undertaking to ease the strain on provincial and territorial health systems," according to the application.
The program had an annual per-capita cost of $552 in 2009.
But last year, without warning or consultation, the government instituted "deep cuts" to the program as a cost-saving measure and to deter "bogus claims."
The individual applicants, Daniel Garcia Rodrigues, Amada Awatt and Hanif Ayubi, are refuge-seekers.
Awatt fled to Canada from Iraq in 1999. His asylum claim was denied, but he was spared being removed when the government placed a moratorium on removals in 2003. He suffers from Wilson Disease, "a genetic disorder that prevents the body from getting rid of extra copper," according to the application. He lost his health coverage when the changes took effect in June 2012. He works as a minimum wage laborer and can't afford to pay for medical services.
"The changes to the IFHP have thus resulted in a threat to Applicant Awatt's life and health as well as considerable psychological stress," the application states.
Garcia Rodrigues, of Colombia, also was denied asylum. He was refused an operation to repair a retinal detachment because he was no longer covered under the health program. His doctor later agreed to perform the operation "at a fraction of the cost" as more delays would have cost him his sight.
Applicant Hanif Ayubi, a diabetic, fled Afghanistan in 2001 "in fear of the Taliban," the application states. Before Canada's program was revamped, he was supplied with insulin and medical care. But when the changes were instituted, he lost his coverage and now relies on free samples of insulin from a clinic in Ottawa.
"His health has been put at risk and his situation has been extremely worrisome for him since June 30, 2012," the application states.
The document outlines more than three dozen accounts of patients who had their coverage cut off, which have "had a particularly severe impact on children and pregnant women."
"Instances of adverse health consequences will continue to proliferate," the application states. "The consequences of the lapse, denial or delay of urgent and essential health care coverage for refugee claimants and privately sponsored refugees under the IFHP are that health problems go untreated until they become emergencies."
The applicants are represented by Lorne Waldman and Jacqueline Swaisland of Waldman & Associates in Toronto.


text:
Facelift surgery advances in Sacramento California
Why Have Plastic Surgery in Sacramento?
Plastic Surgery in Sacramento California Addresses Complete Body and Facial Esthetics in One Procedure
Cosmetic Surgeons – Choosing the Right Physician for You
For example a plastic surgeon has trained in Cosmetic Surgery for the whole person including the face, legs, abdomen, body, and breast using techniques such as laser, surgery, injections and liposuction. This allows the plastic surgeon the ability to combine procedures to enhance your whole…View more


text:
January 02, 2018
Triton Algae Innovations Announces Key Strategic Hire
Brings on Experienced International Fermentation Expert
January 2, 2018 - Triton Algae Innovations, a San Diego-based startup company which has developed a proprietary algae platform to revolutionize the human and animal nutrition markets, has announced the hiring of a widely-respected algae industry veteran and fermentation expert, Dr. Jon Hansen, to serve as Triton's chief engineering officer.
Dr. Hansen has over 27 years deep and broad experience in microbial biotechnology, at all scales and stages, much of that experience leading the development and commercialization of micro-algae technologies for OmegaTech, Martek BioSciences, DSM, and Heliae. Jon helped to design multiple pilot and manufacturing facilities, and has in-depth commercial experience at 12 manufacturing plants across 7 countries. Jon is a co-inventor on over 25 patent families and is a pioneer of a wide range of successful commercial algal products and technologies, including the first and most successful microbial DHA and EPA technologies found in food, animal nutrition, nutritional supplements and nearly all US infant formula products.
"We consider it a real coup to be able to land Jon here at Triton", said Xun Wang, President and CEO of the company. "With his considerable experience in this field, he was in great demand across the algae industry, so we're thrilled to have him on board with us as Triton moves forward into what is going to be a very active commercial phase".


text:
The Black Heart Rebellion - Near To Fire For Bricks
Frederik Dejongh
"Near To Fire For Bricks" is the first single of The Black Heart Rebellion's third album "People, when you see the smoke, do not think it is fields they're burning."
Produced, Recorded and Mixed by Koen Gisen at La Patrie.
Mastered by Frederik Dejongh at Jerboa Mastering