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General Guide
· Press C to change from mode to mode.
· In any mode, press L to illuminate the display.
Timekeeping Mode
Telememo Mode
Alarm Mode
Stopwatch Mode
Countdown Timer Mode
Dual Time Mode
Use the Timekeeping Mode to set and view the
current time and date. You also use the Timekeeping
Mode to select the display color pattern.
To set the time and date
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A until the
seconds start to flash, which indicates the setting
2. Press C to move the flashing in the sequence
shown below to select other settings.
Color Pattern
Day of week
Month Day
PM indicator
Hour : Minutes Seconds
3. When the setting you want to change is flashing, use D and B to change it
as described below.
To change this setting
Hour, Minutes, Year,
Month, Day
Color Pattern
Perform this button operation
Press D to reset to 00.
Press D to toggle between Daylight Saving Time (
) and
standard time (
Use D (+) and B () to change the setting.
Use D and B to change the color pattern setting.
· Pressing D while the seconds are in the range of 30 to 59 resets them to
and adds 1 to the minutes. In the range of 00 to 29, the minutes are
· See "Daylight Saving Time (DST)" for details on DST setting.
· See "Color Pattern Setting" for details about the color pattern setting.
4. Press A to exit the setting screen.
· The day of the week is automatically displayed in accordance with the date
(year, month, and day) settings.
· The year can be set in the range of 2000 to 2039.
· The watch's built-in full automatic calendar automatically makes allowances
for different month lengths and leap years. Once you set the date, there
should be no reason to change it except after you have the watch's battery
To toggle between 12-hour and 24-hour timekeeping
In the Timekeeping Mode, press D to toggle between 12-hour timekeeping
(indicated by A or P on the display), or 24-hour timekeeping.
· With the 12-hour format, the P (PM) indicator appears to the left of the hour
digits for times in the range of noon to 11:59 p.m. and the A (AM) indicator
appears to the left of the hour digits for times in the range of midnight to
11:59 a.m.
· With the 24-hour format, times are displayed in the range of 0:00 to 23:59,
without any indicator.
· The 12-hour/24-hour timekeeping format you select in the Timekeeping Mode
is applied in all modes.
Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Daylight Saving Time (summer time) advances the time setting by one hour
from Standard Time. Remember that not all countries or even local areas use
Daylight Saving Time.
To toggle the Timekeeping Mode time between DST and Standard Time
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A until the
seconds start to flash, which indicates the setting
2. Press C once to display the DST setting screen,
which is indicated by a flashing
(DST on) or
(DST off) indicator.
3. Press D to toggle between Daylight Saving Time
displayed) and standard time (
4. Press A to exit the setting screen.
· The DST indicator appears on the display to
indicate that daylight saving time is turned on.
Color Pattern Setting
This watch is equipped with two color LCD panels, which provide a choice of
12 different color patterns from which you can choose.
To change the color pattern setting
1. In the Timekeeping Mode, hold down A until the
seconds start to flash, which indicates the setting
2. Use C to cycle through the available setting
screens until the color pattern setting screen
(indicated by the flashing
indicator) is on the
3. Use B and D to select the color pattern you
4. Press A to exit the setting screen.
Telememo lets you store up to 30 records, each
containing name and telephone number data.
Records are automatically sorted based on the
characters of the name. You can recall records by
scrolling through them on the display.
· See "Character List" at the back of this manual for
details on how the watch sorts records.
· All of the operations in this section are performed in
the Telememo Mode, which you enter by pressing
Remaining memory
Telephone number
To create a new Telememo record
1. In the Telememo Mode, use B and D to cycle
through the record screens until the new data
screen appears.
· The new data screen is the one that is blank
(contains no name and telephone number).
· If the new data screen does not appear, it means
that memory is full. To store another record, you
will first have to delete some of the records stored
in memory.
2. Hold down A until the flashing cursor ( ) appears
in the name area of the display, which indicates the
setting screen.
3. Use D and B to change the character at the
cursor position in the name area. The character
changes in the following sequence.
4. When the character you want is at the cursor position, press C to move the
cursor to the right.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the name is complete.
· You can input up to eight characters for the name.
6. After you input the name, press C as many times as necessary to move the
cursor to the number area.
· When the cursor is located at the eighth space of the name area, moving
the cursor to the right causes it to jump to the first digit of the number.
When the cursor is at the 12th digit of the number, moving it to the right (by
pressing C) causes it to jump to the first character in the name.
Name area
Number area
New Data screen
7. Use D and B to change the character (hyphen, number, or space) at the
cursor position in the number area. The character changes in the following
8. When the character you want is at the cursor position, press C to move the
cursor to the right.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you complete number input.
· You can input up to 12 digits for the number.
· The number initially contains all hyphens. You can leave the hyphens or
replace them with numbers or spaces.
10. Press A to store your data and return to the Telememo record screen
(without the cursor).
· The name can show only three characters at a time, so longer text scrolls
continuously from right to left. The last character is indicated by the symbol
after it.
To recall Telememo records
In the Telememo Mode, use D (+) and B () to scroll through Telememo
records on the display.
To edit a Telememo record
1. In the Telememo Mode, scroll through the records and display the one you
want to edit.
2. Hold down A until the flashing cursor appears on the display.
3. Use C to move the flashing to the character you want to change.
4. Use B and D to change the character.
· For details on inputting characters, see "To create a new Telememo record"
(step 3 for name input and 7 for number input).
5. After making the changes that you want, press A to store them and return
to the Telememo record screen.
To delete a Telememo record
1. In the Telememo Mode, scroll through the records and display the one you
want to delete.
2. Hold down A until the flashing cursor appears on the display.
3. Press B and D at the same time to delete the record.
· The message
appears to indicate that the record is being deleted.
After the record is deleted, the cursor appears on the display, ready for
4. Input data or press A to return to the Telememo record screen.
You can set five independent Daily Alarms. When an
alarm is turned on, the alarm tone sounds when the
alarm time is reached. One of the alarms is a snooze
alarm, while the other four are normal (non-snooze)
alarms that sound for 20 seconds.
You can also turn on an Hourly Time Signal that
causes the watch to beep twice every hour on the
· The snooze alarm repeats every five minutes, up to
seven times.
· The alarm number of the display indicates the
alarm type, as described below.
: Normal alarm screen
: Snooze alarm screen
: Hourly Time Signal screen
· Alarm settings (and Hourly Time Signal settings)
are available in the Alarm Mode, which you enter by
pressing C.
Alarm time (Hour : Minutes)
Alarm number
AM indicator
Mode time
To set an alarm time
1. In the Alarm Mode, press D to scroll through the
alarm screens until the one whose time you want
to set is displayed.
2. After you select an alarm, hold down A until the hour setting of the alarm
time starts to flash, which indicates the setting screen.
· This operation automatically turns on the alarm.
3. Press C to move the flashing between the hour and minute settings.
4. While a setting is flashing, use D (+) and B () to change it.
· When setting the alarm time using the 12-hour format, take care to set the
time correctly as a.m. (A indicator) or p.m. (P indicator).
5. Press A to exit the setting screen.
Alarm Operation
Starting from the point the Timekeeping Mode time reaches one hour before an
alarm time the display pattern changes each second. This pre-alarm feature
lets you know that an alarm time is about to be reached. When the actual
alarm time is reached, an alarm tone sounds for 20 seconds. In the case of the
snooze alarm, the alarm repeats up to seven times every five minutes until the
alarm is turned off.
· Pressing any button stops the pre-alarm operation or the alarm tone
· The pre-alarm feature works in the Timekeeping Mode only.
To test the alarm
In the Alarm Mode, hold down B to sound the alarm.
To turn a normal 20-second alarm and the Hourly Time Signal on and off
1. In the Alarm Mode, press D to select an normal 20-second alarm (
) or the Hourly Time Signal (
2. When the alarm or the Hourly Time Signal you want is selected, press B to
turn it on and off.
x Indicates alarm is on.
y Indicates Hourly Time Signal is on.
Alarm on indicator
· The alarm on indicator (
x) and the Hourly Time Signal on indicator (y)
are shown on the display in all modes while these functions are turned on.
· If any alarm is on, the alarm on indicator is shown on the display when you
change to another mode.
To turn the snooze alarm on and off
1. In the Alarm Mode, press D to select the snooze alarm (
2. Press B to turn it on (SNZ and
x displayed) and off (SNZ and x not
· The snooze alarm on indicator (
) is shown on the display in all modes
while this function is turned on.
The stopwatch lets you measure elapsed time, split
times, and two finishes.
· The display range of the stopwatch is 59 minutes,
59.99 seconds.
· The stopwatch continues to run, restarting from
zero after it reaches its limit, until you stop it.
· The stopwatch measurement operation continues
even if you exit the Stopwatch Mode.
· Exiting the Stopwatch Mode while a split time is
frozen on the display clears the split time and
returns to elapsed time measurement.
· All of the operations in this section are performed in
the Stopwatch Mode, which you enter by pressing
1/100 second
Mode time
To measure times with the stopwatch
Elapsed Time
Split release
Split release
Split Time
Two Finishes
First runner
Display time of
first runner.
(SPLIT displayed)
Second runner
Display time of
second runner.
Countdown Timer
The countdown timer can be set within a range of 1
minute to 24 hours. An alarm sounds when the
countdown reaches zero.
· The initial default countdown start time when you
purchase the watch or after you have its battery
replaced is 5 minutes.
· Countdown timer functions are available in the
Countdown Timer Mode, which you enter pressing
To use the countdown timer
Press D while in the Countdown Timer Mode to start
the countdown timer.
· When the end of the countdown is reached, the
alarm sounds for 10 seconds or until you stop it by
pressing any button. The countdown time is
automatically reset to its starting value after the
alarm stops.
Mode time
· Press D while a countdown operation is in progress to pause it. Press D
again to resume the countdown.
· To completely stop a countdown operation, first pause it (by pressing D),
and then press B. This returns the countdown time to its starting value.
To set the countdown start time
1. In the Countdown Timer Mode, hold down A until the hour setting of the
countdown start time starts to flash, which indicates the setting screen.
2. Press C to move the flashing between the hour and minute settings.
3. While a setting is flashing, use D (+) and B () to change it.
· To set the starting value of the countdown time to 24 hours, set 0:00.
4. Press A to exit the setting screen.
Dual Time
The Dual Time Mode lets you keep track of time in a
different time zone.
To set the Dual Time
1. Press C to enter the Dual Time Mode.
2. Use D, B, and A to set the Dual Time Mode
· Each press of D (+) and B () changes the time
setting in 30-minute increments.
· Pressing A sets the Dual Time Mode to the same
time as the Timekeeping Mode.
Timekeeping Mode time
Dual time
This section contains more detailed and technical information about watch
operation. It also contains important precautions and notes about the various
features and functions of this watch.
Auto Display
The Auto Display feature of this watch automatically
cycles through the available color patterns.
To turn off Auto Display
Press any button to turn off Auto Display.
Doing so also performs the corresponding button
function as described below.
A or B: Enters the Timekeeping Mode.
C: Enters the Telememo Mode.
D: Toggles between 12-hour and 24-hour formats.
L: Turns on the backlight
· Turning off Auto Display also returns to the default
color pattern.
To turn on Auto Display
Hold down C for about two seconds until the watch beeps.
· Note that Auto Display cannot be performed while a setting screen is on the
Auto Return Features
· If you leave the watch in the Telememo Mode for two or three minutes without
performing any operation, it automatically changes to the Timekeeping Mode.
· If you leave a screen with flashing digits or a cursor on the display for two or
three minutes without performing any operation, the watch automatically
saves any settings you have made up to that point and exits the setting
Data and Setting Scrolling
The B and D buttons are used in various modes and setting screens to scroll
through data on the display. In most cases, holding down these buttons during
a scroll operation scrolls through the data at high speed.
Initial Screens
When you enter the Telememo or Alarm Mode, the data you were viewing
when you last exited the mode appears first.
Backlight Precautions
The backlight uses an EL (electro-luminescent) panel that causes the entire
display to glow for easy reading in the dark.
In any mode, press L to illuminate the display for about two seconds.
· The electro-luminescent panel that provides illumination loses power after
very long use.
· The illumination provided by the backlight may be hard to see when viewed
under direct sunlight.
· The watch may emit an audible sound whenever the display is illuminated.
This is due to vibration of the EL panel used for illumination, and does not
indicate malfunction.
· The backlight automatically turns off whenever an alarm sounds.
· Frequent use of the backlight shortens the battery life.


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Actifio Raises Additional $50 Million to Advance Leadership in $44 Billion Copy Data Storage Market
March 6, 2013
Technology Crossover Ventures leads latest investment to capitalize on worldwide demand for solutions to tame enterprise storage explosion
WALTHAM, Mass. – March 6, 2013 – Actifio™, the radically simple copy data storage company, today announced it has closed a $50 million investment round led by Technology Crossover Ventures (TCV), with participation from existing investors Andreessen Horowitz, ATV, Greylock Israel, and North Bridge Venture Partners, targeted towards further accelerating Actifio's record bookings growth. With this new investment, the company will focus on accelerating long-term sustainable growth, investing in their global go-to-market model to address the $44B copy data storage market* opportunity and reshape how data is managed by the enterprise.
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- Ten consecutive quarters of double-digit sequential growth
- Storage Magazine "Product of the Year" winner Leveragable, scalable acceleration through channel partners and service providers
- Selection as one of the 50 most promising companies in America by Forbes magazine.
Rick Kimball, a veteran technology investor for 30 years and founding general partner at TCV, has joined the company's board. Kimball said, "We're excited to lead the next chapter in Actifio's journey to help CIO's deal with the storage explosion within the enterprise. Copy Data Storage is quickly becoming the world's best platform to manage the data explosion. By simplifying IT architectures while slashing recovery times to seconds, Ash and his team have the opportunity to capture a large share of the $44 billion dollar market currently being spent on legacy tools."
CIO's consistently cite the management of unchecked data growth as a top priority. Many around the world are realizing that this storage explosion – along with the unmet SLA's, extended recovery times, and complex IT environments that result from it – are symptoms of 20th century storage architectures that silo business resiliency applications, creating copies without recognizing what copies already exist.
"Copy data is everywhere – the amount of disk storage being consumed by copies — from archive, backup, test/dev, online copies for operational and disaster recovery — is a huge and growing percentage of overall storage capacity," said Laura Dubois, IDC Storage Research Vice President. "We estimate the magnitude of the copy data problem to be $44 Billion Dollars* in infrastructure hardware and software spending and growing. That is a staggering number and an area primed for disruptive innovation."
By virtualizing the storage and management of data, Actifio can replace any or all of the siloed data protection and availability storage applications a company might be using, with a single system that's purpose-built to manage copy data. Actifio creates a single, perfect copy of production data and maintains changes to that master copy in a way that gives users a simple application running in a single window to recover anything, from any time, instantly. Doing so delivers recovery times in minutes instead of hours, even for large scale application data sets, while slashing total cost of ownership by as much as 90 percent versus the traditional model.
"As we attack the storage explosion and virtualize legacy IT silos with our Copy Data Storage platform, we're maniacally focused on one simple thing – making our users happy and successful," said Ash Ashutosh, CEO, Actifio. "We're absolutely humbled by the vote of confidence from our investment partners and honored to welcome TCV to the Actifio family."
* IDC Insight document (#239875)
Supporting Quotes from Actifio's Board of Directors
Andreessen Horowitz
"We've all witnessed Actifio scale worldwide at record pace," said Peter Levine, partner at Andreessen Horowitz. "Their formula is simple: great execution plus a huge market opportunity with a product that delivers on its promise of radical simplicity. I've been in this industry for two decades and I'm honored to be a part of what's swiftly becoming one of the most influential companies in enterprise infrastructure today."
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* IDC Insight document (#239875)
About Actifio
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Supplements to Stay Healthy in Colder Weather
This blog does not intend to provide diagnosis...
While changing seasons can signify an exciting time of year, colder temperatures can also bring health challenges, from the common cold to seasonal depression. There are ways to help combat these cold-weather conditions—all it takes is a bit of preparation and a plan of action.
Here's your stay-healthy toolkit for some of the most common cold weather woes.
Keep the Common Cold and Influenza Away
The common cold, a type of upper respiratory infection (URI), is the most frequent infection a person will encounter in their lifetime. It's estimated that there are more than 220 different cold viruses which infect humans, and after exposure, it normally takes one to three days for illness to kick in, causing congestion, sore throat and general discomfort. The duration of a cold is usually seven days—but can last several weeks in some cases.
More dangerous than a cold is the influenza virus, also known as the flu, which affects millions of people worldwide annually. While in most cases, flu symptoms, like chills, muscle aches, fatigue, and fever will just make you feel terrible for a week or so, the influenza virus can be life-threatening for those with weakened immune systems (i.e. diabetics, those with lung disease, senior citizens and cancer patients). More serious consequences are usually the result of a secondary bacterial infection such as pneumonia.
The best way to deal with cold and flu? Try to avoid getting them in the first place—prevention is truly the best medicine. There are ways to help keep your body strong so you can resist infection.
Avoid sick contacts
If possible, avoid being in the presence of sick people. Likewise, if you do become ill, take time off of work if possible, and do your best to stay away from public spaces until you're feeling better. Be sure to cough into your sleeve or elbow instead of into your hands, which can spread germs to others through physical contact or handling food and other items.
Frequent hand-washing is the most effective way to prevent the spread of a viral illness. Be sure to use antibacterial soap and warm to hot water. Include your forearms when washing and always clean under nails, where germs can linger. Dry hands thoroughly. Repeat often throughout the day and avoid putting your fingers in your mouth or rubbing your eyes.
Consume a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. The more color variety, the more antioxidants to help you fight off infection and boost your immune system. Being well nourished can also help lessen the length of illness.
Adequate sleep is imperative to keeping the immune system strong, and it can also help you feel better when you are ill. A 2016 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) showed sleeping fewer than six hours a night increases the risk of contracting a cold. Rest up—your health depends on it!
Supplements, the Common Cold and Influenza :
Zinc Lozenges
Some studies have shown that zinc can reduce the length of the common cold by about one day, and is most beneficial when taken within 24 hours of when symptoms first hit. Take 30 mg or as directed on the label.
Vitamin C
A 2014 study showed that vitamin C could reduce the risk of developing a cold and also reduced the duration of the cold when compared to placebo (sugar pills). Suggested Dose: 500 mg to 2,000 mg daily.
Vitamin D
A deficiency of vitamin D is common during the winter and is associated with an increased risk for contracting a cold or influenza. Sunlight exposure and optimal intake may be a good way to help prevent infection. Suggested dose: 2,000 to 5,000 IU daily.
Probiotics have been shown to be effective in the prevention of upper respiratory infections and appear to be an up-and-coming treatment for chronic sinus disease. A 2015 study by Cochrane Review showed those taking probiotics were less likely to develop an upper respiratory infection and less likely to need antibiotics compared to those subjects not taking probiotics.
(Sambucus nigra L.) Rich in antioxidants, elderberry along with echinacea may offer some defense against cold and flu according to studies. Suggested dose: As directed on label.
Herbal Tea
Herbal teas such as peppermint, ginger, echinacea and other teas help strengthen one's immune system. Learn more about therapeutic teas.
Essential Oils
Rosemary, peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils are recommended to help alleviate the symptoms of a cold, such as congestion, according to a 2011 study. They can be used with a diffuser or rubbed directly into the chest.
Asthma attacks are more common during the winter season due to the prevalence of upper respiratory infections. Worldwide, 300 million people are affected while almost 250,000 people die from complications of the condition annually. Asthma can cause symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some with asthma even find themselves dreading the cold-weather season.
Avoid Overuse of Antibiotics in Children
A 2018 study showed that children who were prescribed antibiotics during their first year of life were at increased risk of developing asthma—this is likely due to the destruction of healthy gut bacteria. Don't be quick to use antibiotics unless absolutely necessary.
A diet rich in plants and vegetables is anti-inflammatory while a diet consisting of a lot of processed and sugary foods creates inflammation, including inflammation and irritation to the lungs. Plentiful in fruits, vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, a Mediterranean diet has been shown to be helpful in reducing the risk of asthma, according to a 2015 study in Lung.
Supplements and Asthma
Probiotics - A healthy gut microbiome is crucial to a strong immune system. A 2015 study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology demonstrated that the bacterial diversity of the gut is an important part of preventing allergy and asthma symptoms. Suggested dose: 5 billion to 30 billion units.
Magnesium - Magnesium is nature's muscle relaxer and an important mineral and enzyme "co-factor" involved in over 350 chemical reactions in the human body. An adequate intake of magnesium-rich foods, which include green leafy vegetables, is crucial. A 2016 study in Pulmonary Medicine demonstrated that those with lower levels of magnesium in their blood were more likely to have severe asthma symptoms. Suggested dose: 125 to 500 mg daily.
Fish Oil - Omega-3 essential fatty acids consist primarily of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are important for the body to function at optimal levels. A 2014 study in Nutrition Journal showed that the majority of Americans do not consume enough omega-3 essential oils, which can be found in a variety of food sources, including fish (mackerel, cod, and salmon are among the richest), walnuts, chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, and natto.
A 2017 study suggested that fish oil supplementation by pregnant women could help reduce asthma symptoms in their children while a 2016 study in Nutrition Research Reviews concluded that supplementing with omega-3 fish oil could have benefits for those with asthma. Suggested dose: 1,000 mg once or twice per day.
Vitamin D - Thousands of studies over the last decade show health benefits when one optimizes vitamin D intake. These studies tell us that those with higher levels of vitamin D in their blood have a lower risk for chronic diseases, including asthma.
A 2017 study showed that pregnant women who supplemented with vitamin D had children who were half as likely to have asthma-related symptoms. A 2018 study in the British Medical Journal concluded, "higher daily average intake of vitamin D in pregnancy is associated with lower asthma risk in offspring over the first 10 years of life". Consult with your doctor before supplementing.
Vitamin D intake also affects asthma among adults, according to a 2016 study in Pulmonary Medicine. It showed adults, both male and female, with lower blood levels of vitamin D in their blood were more likely to have severe asthma symptoms. Suggested dose: 1,000 IU to 5,000 IU daily
Folate - Folate comes from the word "foliage", a term used to describe green vegetables. Regular intake of vegetables can help ensure adequate folate levels in the body. A 2016 study of 582 children in Puerto Rico showed that children with lower levels of folate in their blood were at higher risk of asthma attacks compared to those with the highest levels. Suggested dose: A children's multivitamin or gummy vitamin with folate can be considered
Arthritis is a degenerative joint condition that becomes more common as we age. During the winter season, cold weather frequently will cause people to have increased stiffness of their joints. Anti-inflammatory medications (i.e. ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, etc.) are frequently taken to help, but they can increase the risk for high blood pressure, heart attacks and stomach ulcers. Natural alternatives are frequently sought. These include:
- Turmeric – (Curcumin) 500 mg once to three times per day
- Boswellia – 50 mg per daily
- Fish Oil – 1,000 mg once to twice per day.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder is a mood disorder associated with feelings of sadness and loss of pleasure. When severe, it can lead to social withdrawal, substance abuse, and even suicide. Worldwide, millions are affected by depression—it can occur in anyone, at any age, from any social-economic background, and at any time of year. But, for some, it seems to come during the fall and winter and lessen with the onset of spring and summer. It can cause loss of energy, a lack of desire to participate in activities usually of interest, hopelessness and changes in sleeping and eating habits.
Consult with your physician if you are dealing with these symptoms. Frequently, counseling and medications are advised. Some who have desired alternatives to medications have chosen to take supplements, which research studies suggest may be beneficial in some cases. These include:
- Essential Fatty Acids – 1,000 to 4,000 mg per day
- Vitamin D – 1,000 to 5,000 IU daily
- Magnesium – 125 mg to 500 mg per day
- Vitamin B12 – 250 to 2,000 mcg daily.
- St. John's Wort – as directed on the label
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- Johnston CS, Barkyoumb GM, Schumacher SS. Vitamin C Supplementation Slightly Improves Physical Activity Levels and Reduces Cold Incidence in Men with Marginal Vitamin C Status: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients. 2014;6(7):2572-2583. doi:10.3390/nu6072572.
- Hao Q, Dong B, Wu T. Probiotics for preventing acute upper respiratory tract infections. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2015, Issue 2. Art. No.: CD006895. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD006895.pub3
- Ben-Arye E, Dudai N, Eini A, Torem M, Schiff E, Rakover Y. Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Primary Care: A Randomized Study Using Aromatic Herbs. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine : eCAM. 2011;2011:690346. doi:10.1155/2011/690346.
- Pediatr Allergy Immunol. 2018 Mar 31. doi: 10.1111/pai.12902.
- Association Between Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Asthma in Peruvian Children.
- Rice JL, Romero KM, Galvez Davila RM, Meza CT, Bilderback A, Williams DL, Breysse PN, Bose S, Checkley W, Hansel NN, GASP Study Investigators. Lung. 2015 Dec; 193(6):893-9.
- Huang YJ, Boushey HA. The Microbiome in Asthma. The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology. 2015;135(1):25-30. doi:10.1016/j.jaci.2014.11.011.
- Shaikh MN, Malapati BR, Gokani R, Patel B, Chatriwala M. Serum Magnesium and Vitamin D Levels as Indicators of Asthma Severity. Pulmonary Medicine. 2016;2016:1643717. doi:10.1155/2016/1643717.
- Papanikolaou Y, Brooks J, Reider C, Fulgoni VL. U.S. adults are not meeting recommended levels for fish and omega-3 fatty acid intake: results of an analysis using observational data from NHANES 2003–2008. Nutrition Journal. 2014;13:31. doi:10.1186/1475-2891-13-31.
- Explore (NY). 2017 Jul - Aug;13(4):279-280. doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2017.04.017. Epub 2017 Apr 21.
- Nutr Res Rev. 2016 Jun;29(1):1-16. doi: 10.1017/S0954422415000116. Epub 2016 Jan 26.
- Wolsk HM, Chawes BL, Litonjua AA, et al. Prenatal vitamin D supplementation reduces risk of asthma/recurrent wheeze in early childhood: A combined analysis of two randomized controlled trials. Cameron DW, ed. PLoS ONE. 2017;12(10):e0186657. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0186657.
- Vi ljoen K, Segurado R, O'Brien J, Murrin C, Mehegan J, Kelleher CC. Pregnancy diet and offspring asthma risk over a 10-year period: the Lifeways Cross Generation Cohort Study, Ireland. BMJ Open. 2018;8(2):e017013. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2017-017013.
- Shaikh MN, Malapati BR, Gokani R, Patel B, Chatriwala M. Serum Magnesium and Vitamin D Levels as Indicators of Asthma Severity. Pulmonary Medicine. 2016;2016:1643717. doi:10.1155/2016/1643717.
- Blatter J, Brehm JM, Sordillo J, et al. Folate Deficiency, Atopy, and Severe Asthma Exacerbations in Puerto Rican Children. Annals of the American Thoracic Society. 2016;13(2):223-230. doi:10.1513/AnnalsATS.201508-549OC.


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The Watch Stand
The Tray - Cappuccino
The Tray
Our Trays are handmade in Europe using the finest genuine Italian leathers and suedes we could find. With their Saffiano leather exterior and genuine suede lining, our Trays benefit from Saffiano leather's sturdy scratch-resistant surface to always look their best and hold their shape. With their suede lining, our Trays will also keep your items safe and scratch-free, thanks to suede's soft surface.
With nine colourways to choose from, with the colour pairings available across our range of Watch Rolls and maintain consistency so you can match your TWS Valet Trays to your TWS Watch Roll. Available as a set of three, our Valet Trays come in small, medium and large sizes so you can conveniently place your Valet Trays throughout wherever you might need them and keep your items safe and nearby.
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Chocolateshavings.ca was born in 2007 as a means to share favourite recipes, food ideas and photography. Why Chocolate Shavings? Well, I do like to bake, but you will find a lot of savoury recipes here too. The name Chocolate Shavings is my way to make mention of all the little cooking tricks that turn a meal from a simple cooked dish to something really special. Chocolate shavings added to top a simple dessert mousse, lemon zest grated over a simple fennel salad, or a drizzle of truffle oil added to everyday mashed potatoes are all simple touches, which, coupled with a few cooking tips make what comes out of the kitchen that much more delicious.
I have been cooking for as long as I could hold a spoon. Growing up in Paris, food was always an integral part of my life and I spent the better time of my childhood years coming up with recipes in the family kitchen. After obtaining my BA in Political Science from McGill University, I followed my childhood passion for cooking and attended the French Culinary Institute in New York City. I now work as a food writer and photographer and can most often be found in the kitchen, with a polka dot apron and my beloved pink kitchen aid.


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In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful
Contact Prayer- Salah
[The Final Testament/Quran 29:45] You shall recite what is revealed to you of the scripture, and observe the Contact Prayers (Salat), for the Contact Prayers prohibit evil and vice. But the remembrance of God (through Salat) is the most important objective. God knows everything you do.
[The Final Testament/Quran 24:58] O you who believe, permission must be requested by your servants and the children who have not attained puberty (before entering your rooms). This is to be done in three instances - before the Dawn Prayer, at noon when you change...
...your clothes to rest, and after the Night Prayer. These are three private times for you. At other times, it is not wrong for you or them to mingle with one another. God thus clarifies the revelations for you. God is Omniscient, Most Wise.
[The Final Testament/Quran 17:78] You shall observe the Contact Prayer (Salat) when the sun declines from its highest point at noon, as it moves towards sunset. You shall also observe (the recitation of) the Quran at dawn. (Reciting) the Quran at dawn is witnessed.
[The Final Testament/Quran 2:238] You shall consistently observe the Contact Prayers, especially the middle prayer, and devote yourselves totally to God.
[The Final Testament/Quran 11:114] You shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) at both ends of the day, and during the night. The righteous works wipe out the evil works. This is a reminder for those who would take heed.


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AmaWaterways wine cruises add a unique epicurean dimension to a variety of itineraries at
no additional cost. Join one of these wine cruises with a special wine host and be treated
to a menu of exclusive wine and culinary experiences designed to delve deeper into the
wonderful flavors and tastes of Europe.
From Nuremburg's iconic Christmas Markets with its iconic red and white striped booths to Strasbourg's charming white storks, a visit to Europe's Christmas Markets is a magical experience. Massive Christmas trees strung with thousands of lights are set against the backdrop of most stunning architecture, where travelers and locals alike gather to make merry. Learn about age-old traditions as you wander through the Christmas Markets enjoying whimsical artisanal gifts and the intoxicating aroma of roasted chestnuts, hot cocoa and sugar plums.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Rhône with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
Explore the rich history of classical music along the Danube River where famous composers lived, worked and performed. Plus, be treated to a variety of live performances on this melodious journey.
Based on the overwhelmingly positive response received from the announcement of our first-ever "Soulful Epicurean Experience" on the Rhône River in 2023, we are delighted to announce three new opportunities for guests to celebrate their heritage and discover Black history and culture along the rivers with us in 2024.
We invite our loyal past guests to join us once again on these special Loyalty Cruises, offering unique experiences in multiple ports, commemorative gifts, and many more surprises and delights.
Imagine if there was a way to combine luxury river cruising on the iconic Danube with the opportunity to indulge your passion and play golf. We have created the perfect package to enable you to do just
that with our Exclusive Concierge Golf Program. Discover Europe, complete with award winning cuisine,
incredible service and a choice of excursions in every port, as well as up to 5 rounds of golf at
some of the leading championship courses on the continent.
AmaWaterways' Exclusive Concierge Golf Program is available on select Romantic Danube and Melodies of the Danube cruises sailing aboard the AmaMagna.
"I'm Kristin Karst, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of AmaWaterways and I'm passionate about river cruising. Each month, I love to share with you my thoughts, personal stories, travel tips and latest news on the people and places that help turn every mile of our guests' river cruise experience into one of their most cherished memories!"
The crème-de-la-crème of cake wizardry here is the iconic Sacher-Torte, available at the renowned Hotel Sacher. Rich dark chocolate, apricot jam and utter deliciousness to send your taste buds spiraling into sensory overload. Always served with a side-dollop of schlag, aka whipped cream, this cake promises to indulge your most delightful champagne wishes and decadent dreams.
Celebrating its own national holiday on December 5th, the Sachertorte had its not so-humble beginnings in 1832 when Franz Sacher first created the dessert for Prince Wenzel von Metternich and his very important guests. Just sixteen years old at the time, the young chef-in-training received this lucky break when his boss, the Prince's actual chef, fell ill. It's been said that the older man cautioned his apprentice with 'Let there be no shame on me tonight!" -- and the rest, as they say, is the chocolate history dreams are made of.
Fueled by the cake's immense popularity, Sacher's son Eduard ultimately built the Hotel Sacher, a luxury hotel which has hosted such notable guests as Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip, JFK, Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier III, John Lennon and Yoko Ono, Plácido Domingo, José Carreras and Leonard Bernstein over the years. Some of these guests' famous signatures can even be found on one of four tablecloths the hotel keeps on display. There is also a stunning art gallery with works from the 19th century so stop by here for an extra slice of culture. Of course, you can find variations of the Sacher-Torte throughout the city (most notably at the Demel Bakery who waged a legal war for decades for the right to the name), but many consider the Hotel's to be the most authentic.
While in Vienna, experience a true taste of Austria. It is a treat for the taste buds as much as the senses.
Taste this luxurious cake and more on our Blue Danube Discovery, Christmas Markets on the Danube, Grand Danube, Iconic Christmas Markets, Legendary Danube, Magna on the Danube, Melodies of the Danube and Romantic Danube itineraries. Beginning in 2023, choose from our two newest sailings: Majestic Capitals of the Danube or Celebration of Classical Music: The Danube.


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- Ford has begun requiring that more than 100 materials and components meet stringent standards to minimize potential allergy issues on the new Fusion and other Ford vehicles
- Engineers avoid materials such as latex, chrome and nickel – a metal 10 percent of Americans are allergic to – that can cause allergic reactions
- Similar to a furnace filter in a house, cabin air filters in the 2013 Fusion and other new Ford vehicles prevent airborne particles such as dust, spores, fungus and pollen from entering the vehicle
- More than half of all Americans test positive to one or more allergens
DEARBORN, Mich. – As spring arrives and more Americans prepare to face allergies, the new 2013 Ford Fusion can help combat common airborne and touch-based allergens, while monitoring possible irritants in areas where customers are driving or planning to visit.
Ford engineers tested more than 100 materials and components on the new Fusion and other Ford vehicles for allergy issues. Engineers avoid – or minimize – materials such as natural latex, hexavalent chromium and nickel, which can produce an allergic reaction in some people.
Components requiring allergen testing include common high-touch areas such as the seats, steering wheel, armrests, door handles and shifters.
"Allergies affect large numbers of people, so anything we can do to reduce potential allergens inside Ford vehicles we do through rigorous, controlled testing," said Linda Schmalz, supervisor of Core Material Engineering for Ford.
WebMD says more than half of all Americans test positive to one or more allergens. Allergies have been increasing for the past three decades across all age, gender and racial groups, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Ford seeks to reduce the irritation of allergens – associated with seasonal weather and possibly rash-inducing materials – by rigorously testing its vehicles and installing cabin air filters that prevent airborne particles such as dust, spores, fungus and pollen from entering the vehicle.
From dust to hexavalent chromium (a chemical sometimes found in dyes, paints and plastics), natural latex to pollen, almost any material or substance can be a potential allergen. Ford testers make sure dyes and formaldehyde are strictly limited to levels that are acceptable even for clothing.
Cleanest possible cabin air
Cabin air filters improve driving comfort by reducing particle concentration, improve cleanliness and protect climate control components from particle deposits. These filters also capture soot, smog and tobacco smoke.
Because of the seamless way it works, many customers may not realize they have a cabin air filter. In most cases, the filter is accessed through the glove box. Ford dealers change the filters as part of the recommended maintenance for all vehicles.
Health and wellness research
In 2011 Ford kicked off a series of research projects for in-car health and wellness-connected services such as medical device connectivity, cloud-based health management services and mobile app integration.
In just more than a year, Ford delivered on the initial research with launch of the SYNC AppLink-compatible Allergy Alert app – available on the 2013 Fusion and other new Ford vehicles – and as one of the first steps toward helping drivers take care of themselves and their passengers.
With SYNC® AppLink™, drivers can quickly access allergy information through the Allergy Alert app. Through the app's pollen index rating, drivers can request to hear the types of allergen conditions they are likely to encounter that may cause a flare-up in personal allergy symptoms. The app also provides a risk index for asthma, flu/cough/cold and ultraviolet rays.
Drivers can access Allergy Alert app information simply by connecting smartphones or tablets to their cars using simple voice commands, while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
The SYNC AppLink-enabled version of Allergy Alert is available for iOS devices and is a free app that can be downloaded from the App Store.


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Facebook is adding a third antivirus engine to its service to help catch malicious content in the News Feed and messages sent by users.
Technology from Eset, based in Slovakia, will be added to a security mix that already includes F-Secure and Trend Micro, which Facebook partnered with in May, wrote Chetan Gowda, a software engineer with the company's Site Integrity team.
Antivirus programs have varying degrees of effectiveness, depending on whether they have up-to-date detection signatures and if other behavior-based detection techniques can pick up mischief.
Facebook appears to be betting that the more AV engines it runs, the better.
" A larger number of providers increases the chances that malware will get caught and cleaned up, which will help people on Facebook keep their information more secure," Gowda wrote.
Facebook can detect on its servers if a device may be infected and warn users they should run an anti-malware scan, Gowda wrote. F-Secure and Trend Micro built free version of their products that integrate with Facebook's site.
"You can run the scan, see the scan results and disable the software all without logging out of Facebook -- making it seamless and easy to clean up an infected device," he wrote.
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PRS Silver Sky Electric Guitar - Maple, Midnight Rose
Applying for Financing is Quick and Easy!
- Apply: There are two easy ways to apply for financing. A credit application can be completed over the phone in a matter of minutes with a Kraft Music team member. Applications can also be completed online.
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On qualifying purchases made with your Synchrony credit card 8/9/23 - 9/30/23. 36 Equal Monthly Payments required.
**Qualifying purchase amount must be on one receipt. No interest will be charged, and equal monthly payments are required on promo purchase until it is paid in full. The payments equal the initial total promo purchase amount divided by the number of months in the promo period, rounded up to the next whole dollar. These payments may be higher than the payments that would be required if this purchase was a non-promo purchase. Regular account terms apply to non-promo purchases. New Account APR is 29.99%/Minimum Interest Charge is $2. Existing cardholders: See your credit card agreement terms. Subject to credit approval
Credit is extended by Synchrony Bank.
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"It's been a dream of mine for years to design a guitar that includes some of my favorite vintage specifications but with a modern spirit and aesthetic. After two years of study and refinement, PRS Silver Sky is my vision of what a reboot of the electric guitar should look and feel like." —John Mayer
PRS Silver Sky is an idealized version of a vintage single-coil guitar where every detail adds up and sets this guitar apart from the pack and the past. The result of a close collaboration between Grammy Award-winning musician John Mayer and Paul Reed Smith, Silver Sky benefits from years of development. Incorporating Mayer and Smith's favorite elements of 1963 and 1964 instruments with an eye toward modern references, PRS Silver Sky delivers the warmth and familiarity of an old guitar with the finesse of a brand-new instrument.
The headstock shape is based on PRS's trademark design, but inverted both to accommodate Mayer's playing style and also to keep a consistent length of string behind the nut, which makes staying in tune easier. The tuners are a traditional vintage-style, closed-back tuner, but with PRS's locking design.
The steel tremolo takes the patented PRS design and incorporates Gen III knife-edge screws. Setup flush to the body in the neutral position so that the tremolo bridge only goes down in pitch, the bridge's increased contact with the body allows the guitar itself to be acoustically louder, which in turn improves the signal to noise ratio of the single-coil pickups.
The 635JM single-coil pickups are very round and full, with a musical high end that is never 'ice-picky' or brash.
This model has a maple neck and fretboard with the original 635JM neck shape and PRS trademark 'small birds' inlays.
Other high-quality specifications include a bone nut, a molded metal jack plate (curved to make plugging and unplugging a guitar cable hassle-free), retooled knobs and PRS's double action truss rod, accessible from the front of the headstock for ease of use. A PRS premium gig bag is included.
|Included from Manufacturer
|Gig bag
|Electric Body Style
|Double Cutaway
|Number of Strings
|Right/Left Handed
|Body Material
|Scale Length
|Nut Width
|Nut Material
|Number of Frets
|Fingerboard Radius
|Steel tremolo
|Vibrato/Tremolo Bridge
|PRS 635JM single-coil
|Pickup Configuration
|Pickup Switching
|5-way blade
|Volume knob
2 × Tone knob
|Nitrocellulose over CAB (catalyzed acrylic)
Midnight Rose
|Hardware Finish
|Unique Features
|Original 635JM neck shape
Vintage-style locking tuners
Curved molded metal jack place
PRS double action truss rod, accessible from front of headstock
'Small birds' fretboard inlays
PRS Guitars Limited Lifetime Warranty
PRS Guitars warrants this guitar to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, subject to the limitations contained herein.
This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser only and may not be transferred or assigned to subsequent owners. In order to validate your warranty and as a condition precedent to warranty coverage hereunder, you must return your warranty registration within thirty (30) days following the original date of purchase. Your proof of purchase or sales receipt must accompany all requests for warranty coverage.
This warranty does not cover:
- Any instrument on which the serial number has been removed or altered.
- Any instrument not purchased from an authorized dealer, or upon which unauthorized repair or service work has been carried out.
- Any instrument which has not been registered at the factory within one month of purchase, or whose warranty card has been altered or includes false or incomplete information.
- Any instrument that has been damaged due to an accident, negligence or misuse.
- Shipping damage of any kind.
- Normal 'wear and tear,' including but not limited to any discoloration, fading or damage to the original finish, or worn frets, strings, tuners, hardware and plating.
- Any subjective issues such as 'tone.'
- Any instrument that has been subjected to extremes of humidity and temperature.
- Any factory installed electronics and hardware after two years from the original date of purchase.
- Gold plating.
PRS makes no other express warranty of any kind whatsoever. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, exceeding the specific provisions of this warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this warranty. Some states and/or countries do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so that the above may not apply to you.
PRS shall not be liable for any special, indirect consequential, incidental or other similar damage suffered by the purchaser or any third party, including without limitation, damages for loss or profits or business or damages resulting from use or performance of the instrument, whether in contract or in tort, even if PRS or its authorized representative has been advised of such damages, and PRS shall not be liable for any expenses, claims or suits arising out of or relating to any of the foregoing.
If at any time during the warranty this guitar malfunctions due to faulty materials and workmanship, PRS Guitars will, at its sole discretion, repair the defect without charge or replace it with a model of similar specification and value that does not exceed the original purchase price of the guitar.
To obtain warranty assistance, this guitar must be taken to an authorized PRS Guitars dealer with a copy of the sales receipt to obtain a Return Authorization prior to return to the factory.
All shipping and insurance, including any perceived 'collector' value, are the sole responsibility of the original purchaser.
On arrival at the PRS factory, a determination will be made whether the defect is covered under the terms of the warranty. If the repair is covered under the terms of the warranty, it will be repaired at no cost to the original purchaser including return shipping. If the repair is not covered under warranty, an estimate of the cost of the repair to the original purchaser will be given.
This warranty applies to the United States and Canada. The terms of warranty in other countries are defined by the PRS Distributor in that country and may differ from the above terms, conditions and length.
- Ground shipping is FREE for all orders $99 and up.
- Our central, midwest location ensures fast delivery times.
- See below for transit day estimates. Please note, these are estimates and are not guaranteed.
Generally, package estimated transit days are as follows:
- Upper Midwest: 1-3 days
- Central US, South East US, and East Coast: 2-4 days
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Mathcad 14.0 (First Look Review)31 May, 2007 By: IDSA ,Mike Hudspeth
Combine text, live math, graphics and annotations in one worksheet.
In a parametric modeling system, you must plug in numbers to control your sketches. That in turn allows you to control and change your model. But where do you get your numbers? Many times, you can measure parts with which your new model will mate. Other times, you've got to come up with numbers to describe the length, width, height or whatever is important to the function of the part you're designing. If those numbers aren't given to you, you'll need to figure them yourself—and that means calculations. You know, math.
Mathcad 14.0
PTC, the maker of Pro/ENGINEER, has a product that will help make your math duties easier. It's called Mathcad 14.0, and it's all about calculation and documentation. PTC bought Mathcad in 2006. It's a stand-alone engineering calculation program that is available in nine languages.
Math programs can appear intimidating at first glance (and sometimes second and third glance, too), but Mathcad 14.0 tries to minimize that. Users work with worksheets in a whiteboard design environment that looks a bit like Microsoft Word. Mathcad 14.0 was designed for engineers and has more than 400 math functions for statistics, differentials, calculus and other functions. If you're accustomed to using spreadsheets for your calculations, you know how cryptic they can get when documenting equations. Mathcad 14.0 is different. Each operation is detailed in plain view so you can track everything. If a mistake occurs, it's easier to find it, especially because Mathcad 14.0 will flag errors and actually explain what's wrong.
Mathcad 14.0's whiteboard user interface makes creating and documenting your calculations very straightforward.
Show Your Work
Traditional CAD geometry captures what a design is supposed to look like. Mathcad 14.0 shows why it should look like it does. Mathcad 14.0 captures engineering intent in a way that traditional CAD programs can't. You can combine text, live math, graphics and annotations in one worksheet with unprecedented detail. You can import and use Excel data directly. Direct links to outside files reduce typographical errors. (Of course, if it's wrong in the original file, not even Mathcad 14.0 can help you.) Mathcad 14.0 can tie Pro/E variables to Mathcad. (Sandy Joung, director of product marketing for PTC, said, "Right now, the only productized and supported CAD integration is with Pro/ENGINEER. Other CAD systems could tie their parameters as well, especially if they support standard interfaces.")
Mathcad 14.0 lets you set variables in your equations and reuse them wherever you want. You can copy and paste images into and out of Mathcad 14.0 to enliven your calculation output (or to put a picture to a difficult concept). You can compare worksheets to see what changes have been made. You can convert worksheets to Microsoft Word to share with others. Mathcad 14.0 has on-the-fly unit conversion, so if you are entering data in English measurements and the worksheet is already set for metric units, Mathcad 14.0 will make the conversion for you. (Wow, NASA could use something like that.) Mathcad 14.0 will even track what you're doing and use derived units to keep your work straight. That means if you are entering data in kilograms and meters per second, it will know that the answer should be given in newtons.
At $1,200, the node-locked Mathcad 14.0 is not as cheap as your old TI-84—but you get a lot more for your money. If you subscribe to a maintenance plan, you get a discount of 20% and 24/7 technical support. You also get vertical libraries for mechanical, electrical and civil engineering information. And last but not least, the developer also sells extension packs for data analysis, signal processing, image processing and wavelets.
Add It Up
Mathcad 14.0 is a great way for those rocket scientists and engineers out there—you know who you are—to do what you do.
Mike Hudspeth, IDSA, is an industrial designer, artist and author based in St. Louis, Missouri.
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About the Author: Mike Hudspeth
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When he first launched the Kickstarter campaign for his documentary film, Brett Culp could have hardly imagined the response he'd receive. The director of "Legends of the Knight" -- described as "a documentary film exploring the power of heroic stories & the inspirational impact of Batman" -- saw the campaign succeed, exceeding the initial funding goal.
Now nearly a year later, Culp is touring with the film, holding benefit screenings in different cities. He's gotten to see how audiences react to his movie and its inspirational stories.
This Thursday, "Legends of the Knight" will be screening at the AMC Showplace Naperville 16, to benefit the "Tiny Superheroes" charity.
Since he won't be able to make the Chicago-area screening, Culp spoke with me via phone from Florida to discuss the film. We spoke about the experience of producing
"Legends of the Knight"
; the people who's stories are featured; what makes Batman such an inspirational figure; and what he thinks about Ben Affleck playing the Dark Knight in the upcoming "Man of Steel" sequel:
Geek To Me: Can you summarize how this whole experience has been? Maybe a lesson you took from this?
Brett Culp:
You know, this project was an idea that I had in my mind. I could see it in my mind, but I could also see it in my heart from the very beginning. And I had no idea whether or not there would be any support for it; I didn't know if people would be excited about it; I just knew that as a filmmaker, a artist, this was a story I needed to tell.
And so we launched it into the world, and at every stage of the process I've been overwhelmed by the support we've received. This movie is based on grassroots support and funding. We're not allied with any sort of big production company or distribution company. Any success that we have has been because of the support of people all over the world who have wanted to see this project succeed; and believe in the message of this film.
So for me, the overwhelming, amazing lesson/experience was seeing how you (can) have a dream and go take steps to do something out in the world; give your effort and if it has the potential to make a positive difference, people will step up and help you.
So it's affirmed my belief that there are some really good people out there in the world that want to see good things happen.
Geek To Me: And how does it feel finally seeing the movie up on the big screen?
Brett Culp:
It's been amazing! It's been fun. You know we just finished five cities up in the northeast, doing theatrical screenings there. And experiencing it there, not just up on the big screen, but with audiences and watching where they laugh, and where they cry, and doing it where you hoped they would, it's such a rewarding experience. It's so great to experience something like that.
My wife asked me the other day "are you going to get tired of watching this movie at some point?" And I'm like no, I'm enjoying this experience of watching it and engaging with other people about it.
Geek To Me: There's something about Batman that really resonates in folks. Do you think that a movie like this would work using a character like Superman as a touchstone for it?
Brett Culp:
You know, I think it would be a very different story with Superman, at least in my judgment.
Superman, he does the things he does because he was given these amazing powers. It was not within his control. He didn't choose this.
The story in people like Superman and Spider-Man and superheroes like that, is they're given this power, now what do they do with it? What do they do with this greatness that has been bestowed upon them?
Batman is the complete opposite. Batman is a situation where here is this guy, he wasn't given a superhuman power, he was given a tragedy; he was given this horrible, awful circumstance. That's the exact opposite of Superman.
And so, I think although that there certainly have been people inspired by Superman, I think that Batman appeals to the part of us that hurts; that is broken; that is sad; that wonders if there is any good in the world; and if we have any good in us.
And I think the story of Batman is ultimately a statement that - even though there are certainly darker versions of Batman - I think ultimately at the core of it is a statement that you can rise up from evil; from tragedy; from heartbreak; and still be a great hero in the world.
And I think that's the reason why so many people resonate with that. Particularly in a time where there are so many stories where the anti-heroes - and even our biggest celebrities and politicians - are all turning out to be crooks and liars. Celebrities have become ridiculous today.
There are so few people to admire in the world today, but Batman shows us that even in the midst of all that darkness and all that evil, we can still find something good in ourselves; be the hero that we dream that the world needs.
Geek To Me: Jill Pantozzi, who is a friend and a colleague, is featured in the film. How do you feel that she, and some of the other people you featured, embodied these traits that you talk about in the film?
Brett Culp: You know, what's been amazing about the film is that even though it's a wide variety of stories, I feel that they're all different types of stories; of people who have used this Batman image, symbol, folktale, in a different way in their life.
I think that for someone like Jill Pantozzi, the power of it is the ability to never quit. You know that's what Batman means to her. You know every day Jill is fighting against these physical challenges, that she did not choose, that she cannot control and that she cannot get rid of. And every day she has to get up and make a choice. Which is "am I going to stay in the house? Or am I gonna get up, and go out, and do the job, and have the life that I've always dreamed of doing?"
That for her Batman is that image of "I won't give up. I won't stop." You know Batman goes up against these very difficult things, but what keeps him as a hero, what keeps Gotham City alive symbolically, is the fact that he will not quit. You can break his spirit, you can break his back, you can kill his colleagues, you can do whatever you're gonna do, but he's gonna keep rising back. And I think that's kind of a symbol for Jill.
And in a similar way there's a little boy in our movie named Kye, who fought through three years of chemo therapy, leukemia, radiation and everything that went along with that. And that's what Batman was for him too.
He would go through chemo therapy and he wouldn't eat for three days. And he went for two days without drinking. And he would feel terrible, but he would say to his mom "Look, I'm Batman and I'm gonna do this. I'm just gonna push through this." And that's an amazing thing.
For someone like Daniel Scott , who's in our film, who was born with only one leg, and three fingers on each of his hands, Batman for him is a symbol that he can physically do the things that other people say are impossible. And he's done some amazing physical feats in his life! And he's used Batman in the sense of "yeah you can tell me it's not possible, but for me Batman is a symbol of going for something impossible." Going for something beyond anything that people think is physically possible for you.
Geek To Me: I'm sure you heard of the "Batkid" event that Make-A-Wish foundation did in San Francisco. Did any of that make it into the film?
Brett Culp:
Well two things about that: the first thing is that can't speak to what the San Francisco event was inspired by, our movie has the story about a little boy two years ago in Arlington Texas had an experience very much like that. It's the boy Kye that I mentioned. He got to be Batman for the day.
And I don't know whether one event inspired the other, but that happened several years ago, and I know several of those events have gone on. San Francisco was just the one that blew up into such a big event. So that story is in our film, just not the version that everyone knows.
I love that and I loved seeing that. And because that happened, next week when we're in San Francisco, our charity partner is Make-A-Wish. And they're the beneficiaries of revenues from that (screening) event. And we think the San Francisco event is going to be amazing because of the "Batkid" spirit that they already have.
Geek To Me: Who was your favorite Batman?
Brett Culp:
Oh my favorite Batman is Christian Bale. I thought he embodied the spirit of Bruce Wayne and Batman. He was approachable and connectable. And embodied all the things that I loved best about Batman.
Geek To Me: Finally, I have to ask a controversial question : Ben Affleck as Batman. What do you think?
Brett Culp:
(laughs) I'm fine with it. I believe that there have been enough Batman flops in the world, and Batman that people hated, that the creators know what will work and what won't work.
I think that the filmmakers have a specific vision for what they're going for; and that Ben Affleck was not a politically motivated or just a revenue oriented decision. I think they believe he's right for the part.
And if they believe he's right for the part - I don't know what their vision is yet - but if he fits the vision and the vision is a good one I'm sure he'll be great.
Now if we find out later that the vision was a lousy one, and even though Ben Affleck was perfect for that vision though it was a lousy vision, then it won't be good. But it's less about Ben Affleck than the vision that drove that creative choice, and we won't know until the movie comes out whether it was a good one.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
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The files in this set can be used for testing a variety of devices that monitor the electrocardiogram. The recordings include both synthetic and real waveforms. For details on these test waveforms and how to use them, please refer to section 18.104.22.168, paragraphs (e) and (g) in the reference below.
Each recording contains one ECG signal sampled at 720 Hz with 12-bit resolution. The recordings can be viewed or converted to text form using the PhysioBank ATM, or read directly using the WFDB Software Package. The record names refer to the illustrations in the reference below (figures 3 and 4 on pages 25 and 26 of that document). Note that EC13 specifies that the tachycardia waveforms in figure 4 should be presented following an abrupt transition from synthetic waveforms specified in figure 6 of EC13; thus the aami4* records each begin with 30 seconds of triangle waveforms, followed by the figure 4 waveforms. The records named aami4a_d and aami4a_h, etc., contain the half-size and double-size versions of the figure 4 data that are mentioned in the standard. (The names are misleading, since the _d records contain the half-size versions, and the _h records contain the double-size versions, the opposite of what the record names imply. The names are those given by AAMI, the source of these files, and they have not been changed, in hopes of avoiding further confusion. Thanks to Humberto Valdes for pointing out this issue.)
In addition to these waveforms, EC13 specifies the use of specific synthesized waveforms that can be created using the ECG waveform generator for Matlab/Octave available in PhysioToolkit.
Cardiac monitors, heart rate meters, and alarms [American National Standard (ANSI/AAMI EC13:2002)]. Arlington, VA: Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation, 2002.
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Joe Flacco has played five full seasons in the NFL, and in each one, he has thrown for less than 4,000 yards and completed less than 64 percent of his throws. He has never been sacked fewer than 30 times, and he has never thrown more than 25 touchdowns. Flacco turns 28 tomorrow. He'll be a free agent once the season ends, and we've seen enough of him to know that he'll never be "the best," like he said he was, or an "elite," "top-five guy," like his agent said he was. However he finishes these playoffs, and wherever he plays next year, he will remain Joe Flacco, big-armed oaf.
But it's Flacco who's the only quarterback left standing from the wild card round. Matt Schaub, reliable veteran; Russell Wilson, superlative rookie; and Aaron Rodgers, elite champion, have all packed it in. Andrew Luck and Peyton Manning, two generations' ideal quarterbacks, both exited while Flacco prevailed. He has the playoffs' best passer rating. So he must be doing something right.
Flacco has done exactly one thing right—he's thrown the ball deep. You'll recall the end-of-regulation desperation heave to Jacoby Jones, the 70-yard touchdown that hoisted the Ravens into overtime. You'll likely also recall the 59-yard bomb to Torrey Smith, the throw that answered Trindon Holliday's first return touchdown. Those weren't one-off aberrations. This is what Joe Flacco does, and he does it well enough to take Baltimore to the brink of an AFC title.
For the second year in a row, Slate and Deadspin are teaming up for a season-long NFL roundtable. Check back here each week as a rotating cast of football watchers discusses the weekend's key plays, coaching decisions, and traumatic brain injuries. And click here to play the latest episode of Slate's sports podcast Hang Up and Listen.
Flacco averaged an eye-popping 18.4 yards per completion on Saturday, and it wasn't skewed all that much by those two plays. (Against Indianapolis, for example, he had a similarly charmed outing: 23.5 yards per completion, without a pass over 50 yards.) His afternoon featured the whole deep-passing spectrum, good and bad.
He drew a 25-yard pass interference flag on a deep throw to Tandon Doss in the first quarter. On a third-and-two from Denver's 43, he led Torrey Smith out of bounds 30 yards downfield—a drive that could easily have ended in a field goal finished up with a punt. On another second-quarter play, Flacco, on his own 35, tried to hit Smith on Denver's 25, but he led him by two yards too many. Baltimore went three and out that series. At that quarter's end, Flacco, down seven, had 40 seconds and two timeouts left, 32 yards from the end zone. Some offenses might have played to avoid the turnover and take a sure three points. Flacco instead went for it all. He underthrew the ball to a covered Smith, who tracked it in the air—he slowed down and jumped for it, and then traipsed into the end zone while Champ Bailey's momentum carried him hopelessly out of the play. Baltimore had evened things up.
In the fourth quarter, with Baltimore down seven and driving, Flacco hit Anquan Boldin for consecutive strikes of 19 and 17 yards. On the first one, Denver had worried too much about deep threats Smith and Jacoby Jones and left Boldin alone. On the second, Denver gave Boldin enough cushion that Flacco could complete a out route. But Baltimore turned it over on downs, thanks in large part to an open Jones dropping a ball he nearly caught with room to run. No one ever said speedsters had great hands. But once Baltimore had the ball back in regulation, Jones redeemed himself, sprinting as far down the field as he could. Flacco avoided the rush, stepped up, and lofted the ball 56 yards in the air, to Denver's 20. That was just far enough to beat Rahim Moore, Denver's deep safety, who had misjudged the ball in flight. The ball plopped into Jones's arms, and he ran it in. Tie game.
On a second-and-10 in overtime from Baltimore's six, Flacco rolled left and looked deep for a covered Boldin at the 25-yard line. As the ball began to land, CBS's cameras showed three Broncos within five yards of Flacco's receiver. The thing eventually plopped in the grasp of Mike Adams, the corner. His momentum carried both of his feet out of bounds. Game-ending interception averted. But on the very next snap, after a delay-of-game penalty, Flacco redeemed deep passing. Throwing from his own end zone, he hit Dennis Pitta, who was bracketed by two safeties, with a 24-yard strike. You couldn't know it at the time, but the Ravens had just won the all-important battle of field position in sudden death. When Baltimore next punted, they were in good shape. Manning would have to work his way out of his own territory. He did, but just barely, and when Corey Graham intercepted him on the next series, Baltimore just had to take care of business.
The Ravens' offense against Denver looked a lot like a Madden attack. There was little rhythm, none of Denver's incremental assault or repeated 10-yard passes. Baltimore was calling bombs. This appears to be the same offense they ran to get Cam Cameron fired, only with a few more Ray Rice dives for two yards. Per Pro Football Focus, Flacco targeted a receiver 20 yards or more downfield on 17.3 percent of his attempts this year, tops in the league.
But bombs are what you need when you have Joe Flacco—his cannon is his best trait. In 2012, he ranked 33rd out of 38 qualified starters in Pro Football Focus's accuracy percentage stat, for all passes. But for deep throws, targeted 20 yards or more downfield, he ranked 18th out of 33 in accuracy. And the throws he completed got him plenty of results: He had 1100 yards on 92 attempts—good for fourth-best in the league—with 11 touchdowns and zero interceptions. The interception-free slate says more about Flacco's receivers, and his luck, than it does about his arm, but downfield interceptions don't generally don't kill an offense either way. If your receiver loses his mid-air battle, and the defender intercepts the pass, it functions as a so-so punt. If your receiver wins his battle, he snags a big yardage chunk. And if the fight is a stalemate, your receiver might wind up with plenty of penalty yardage. It's usually a good idea to go deep.
NFL fans revere offenses like New England's, where the plays create space for the receivers—backs, tight ends, slot men. The throws are pitch-and-catch, not jump balls. But the Ravens don't have New England's personnel, and they don't have Tom Brady's pre-snap smarts. What they have, in Boldin and Smith, are two fearless receivers who play bigger and taller than they are.
And they have Joe Flacco, the NFL's self-proclaimed best. But let's revisit his April quote in light of his January. Here's what he said: "I mean, I think I'm the best. I don't think I'm top five, I think I'm the best. I don't think I'd be very successful at my job if I didn't feel that way. I mean, c'mon? That's not really too tough of a question." That's not a boast. That's the kind of confidence you need to heave a ball 40 yards downfield, again and again, certain that this time your receiver will catch it.


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Council Yields to Mounting Internet Pressure, Lifts School Lunch Photo Ban Placed on Child Food Blogger
Nine-year-old Martha Payne of Argyll, Scotland, became an overnight sensation after her school lunch review blog NeverSeconds managed to convince her school to start serving students healthier meals.
But, as anyone who rattles cages soon learns, the Powers That Be aren't big on being bossed around by the little guy.
In a blog post published last night entitled "Goodbye," Martha announced that she had been banned from taking photos of her school lunches.
"This morning in maths I got taken out of class by my head teacher and taken to her office," she wrote. "I was told that I could not take any more photos of my school dinners because of a headline in a newspaper today."
The headline "time to fire the dinner ladies" had appeared in the Daily Record above a photo of Martha and celebrity chef Nick Nairn. According to the council, this sparked termination fears among the lunch staff, which led to the decision to ban Martha from photographing her food.
"I only write my blog not newspapers and I am sad I am no longer allowed to take photos," Martha continued. "I will miss sharing and rating my school dinners and I'll miss seeing the dinners you send me too."
Martha's father, Dave, added a few words to the post elaborating on the ban. "I contacted Argyll and Bute Council when Martha told me what happened at school today and they told me it was their decision to ban Martha's photography," he wrote. "It is a shame that a blog that today went through 2 million hits, which has inspired debates at home and abroad and raised nearly £2,000 for charity is forced to end."
On the BBC Radio program Good Morning, Mr. Payne said he was surprised by the council's decision, since Martha's lunch reviews have been stellar of late. "I can see that the photographs at the start didn't look the most appetising, but Martha marked the last school meal 10 out of 10," he said.
Support for Martha has been flowing in through Twitter and other social sites. An early champion of her cause, Naked Chef Jamie Oliver, tweeted "stay strong Martha," and asked his followers to retweet the message.
An even stronger tweet of support came from the Scotland's Education Secretary Mike Russell, who also happens to be the Argyll and Bute MSP. "I have made it very clear to the Council Chief Executive that I believe the ban should be lifted immediately," Russell tweeted this morning.
The uproar worked: The council lifted the ban, effective immediately. "I have just instructed senior officials to withdraw the ban on photos from the school dining hall," council leader Roddy McCuish told the BBC. "It is a good thing to do, to change your mind and I have certainly done that."


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Eighty-five passengers were stuck aboard a BC Ferries vessel for more than four hours Thursday due to mechanical issues.
Sailings between Swartz Bay and the Southern Gulf Islands were cancelled after the Salish Raven experienced problem with its bow thruster, according to the BC Ferries website.
Deborah Marshall, spokesperson for BC Ferries, said the Salish Raven experienced mechanical problems while travelling from Pender Island to Swartz Bay Thursday morning.
Marshall said the ship was supposed to dock at 9:50 a.m. when staff encountered the problem. The passengers were given complementary food and beverage while they waited on the ship which was holding outside the Swartz Bay terminal.
As a precautionary measure, a tugboat stood by while the Salish Raven docked at Swartz Bay around 1:30 p.m. Passengers disembarked around 2 p.m.
Marshall said the Coastal Celebration – scheduled to sail later on Thursday – shifted berths so the Salish Raven could dock in berth number two. A technician boarded the Salish Raven to diagnose the issue.
Around 3:30 p.m. Marshall said the issue was resolved and the ship was repaired, waiting to go to sea trials. The ship was expected to be running again by Thursday afternoon.
"We apologize to our customers, we know they had places to go," Marshall said.
#ServiceNotice #SwartzBay – #SouthernGulfIslands #SalishRaven has cancelled the 10:10am departing SwartzBay, the 11:15am departing #VillageBay & the 11:50am departing #OtterBay due to a mechanical difficulty with its bow thruster. Full details here: https://t.co/PFo4TVPSbR. ^rj
— BC Ferries (@BCFerries) November 7, 2019
The following sailings were cancelled:
– 10:10 a.m. departing Swartz Bay
– 11:15 a.m. departing Village Bay
– 11:50 a.m. departing Otter Bay
The ferry service had the MV Mayne Queen complete additional round trips between Swartz Bay and Otter Bay at the following times:
– 1:30 p.m. departing Swartz Bay
– 2:15 p.m. departing Otter Bay
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Priced to sell on Hawaii Loa Ridge
If you think you've seen this listing featured in our blog, you have, two years ago—and at the time, it was listed for $12.5 million. Realtor Caron Broederdorf looked back and found it had actually been listed for $16 million prior to that.
Well, it's back on the market again, at $7,980,000, which is even less than I remembered it when it was on the market 14 years ago. Why is it such a deal now?
"The owner is just ready to sell," explains Broederdorf. "He's a developer from the Mainland, and simply isn't here enough to use the house."
She says he's open to a wide range of optional terms for the sale, as well, which has made her quite busy showing the home.
Since the owner has only lived in it part time, the residence is still in good condition. He made upgrades to the property in 2010 that have kept the look current. (Click here for details.)
The distinct architectural design was done by James Mayo Macari of Santa Barbara, and the home is unique enough to have been featured on Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. The 10,245-square-foot home was built into the solid rock mountain with a structural steel frame and reinforced concrete construction, eucalyptus hardwood floors, marble, and granite. The centerpiece of the home is a three-story lava rock waterfall in a sky-lit atrium that flows down to the first floor entertainment level.
I didn't realize until now that there is an elevator to connect all three levels, which is ideal if you are concerned about accessibility. Other features include maid's quarters, exercise room, heated in-ground infinity pool, jacuzzi, outdoor barbecue and wet bar, outdoor sauna, and waterfalls inside and out.
There are six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and two half-bathrooms in the home, which sits on 26,446 square feet of land.
If you want to see it yourself, it's open today from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Money talk: $7,980,000 fee simple
Contact: Caron Broederdorf, Caron B Realty, 808-286-5256, firstname.lastname@example.com


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Rayman Raving Rabbids
– Rayman Raving Rabbids Save Game
– Platform: PC
– Status: 100%
Rayman Raving Rabbids marks the return of the iconic video-game hero, Rayman, in his funniest and zaniest adventure ever. When the world of Rayman is threatened by a devastating invasion of crazed, out-of-control bunnies Rayman must rise up against his furry foes to foil their wicked plans. Utilizing an array of amazing new abilities, and with the help of magical creatures, Rayman must break out all the moves to save his world from these delirious bunnies and their hare-raising antics. Combat the Ultra-Crazed Evil Rabbits – Take control of Rayman and his knack for attack to help save his world from the raving rabbids. They are mischievous, insane and completely out of control. There are several types of rabbids each with its own mischievous characteristics. Tame and control various creatures such as sharks, eagles, rhinos, spiders and angelfish. Rayman can master each animal's unique capabilities to help in his battle against the devious rabbits. Customize and disguise Rayman. Go punk, pop, rock or hip hop to infiltrate the bunnies and foil their devious plans. Explore amazing free-roaming environments and beautiful epic landscapes that mix real and fantastical styles to create a visually stunning experience. [Ubisoft]
How to install the save game ? (savegame location folder ?)
1. Extract the .zip archive
2. Copy savegame files to => <Game directory>


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Easy booking, easy connections and networked mobility: from December 2018, business travellers can also use Lufthansa Express Rail to get to Frankfurt Airport from the railway stations in Freiburg and Ulm. The expansion should be completed in early summer next year with the addition of Essen, Bochum, Duisburg, Wuppertal, Oberhausen and Bonn. Lufthansa Express Rail is already available from Aachen, Cologne, Dortmund, Dusseldorf, Erfurt, Göttingen, Kassel, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Stuttgart, Nuremberg and Würzburg. This gives Lufthansa passengers the choice of how to travel to their flight from Frankfurt. At the same time, these cities become destinations on the Lufthansa network, and can be booked directly worldwide.
Up to eight daily connections per departure point offer convenient connections to Lufthansa flights in Frankfurt. Lufthansa Express Rail passengers also benefit from a reserved seat on the train, Miles & More miles and a guaranteed connection. If a train or flight is unexpectedly delayed, Lufthansa transfers its guests to a connecting flight free of charge. Business Class passengers travel first class on Deutsche Bahn, and have access to DB lounges.
Check-in and seat allocation for the Lufthansa Express Rail Service are carried out online via lufthansa.com or mobile via the Lufthansa app. The boarding pass serves as a ticket for the booked Lufthansa Express Rail connection. At the AIRail terminal in Frankfurt, Lufthansa Express Rail guests can conveniently check in their luggage and pick it up again.
You can also find further information on the service at lufthansa.com/Express.


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