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- Category Webinar
- Duration 1h30m
- Language English
- Date Contact Us
How to design financial support to third parties activities
Ad hoc webinar session to explore what exactly FSTP is, its main aim and how to include this component in one's proposals.
Course Description
Have you noticed that several open Calls for Proposals published on the DG INTPA dedicated website, include the 'Financial Support to Third Parties' (FSTP) activity as an essential component of the projects to be proposed.
Are you interested in one of these calls, but you are not familiar with this type of activity or you don't know how to include the related costs in the budget?
In this webinar we will explore what exactly FSTP is, its main aim and how to include this component in your proposals.
We will go through the Guidelines for Applicants of a Call for Proposals to understand which are the requirements to comply with and we will discover which information should be provided both in the Concept Note and in the Full Application formats. We will also give you the instructions that are needed to present the related costs in the budget.
We will also discover the elements you should take into consideration in the management of this component, starting from the selection of the beneficiaries to the set-up of the control mechanisms that will ensure compliance with EU rules and objectives.
We will answer your questions and share with you the lessons learned over the course of our long experience in this field.
Learning objectives
By the end of the webinar, you will:
- Know what is financial support to third parties and its main aim
- Be aware of where to find relevant information and specific requirements in the Guidelines for Applicants
- Be ready to provide the right and complete information both in the concept note and full application formats
- Be aware of the information to be included in the Budget
- Be able to ensure compliance with the applicable rules
By subscribing to this course, you will have access to a dedicated page on the PuntoSud learning platform. From here, you can join the live session and download the course materials.
The curse is structured in 1 day of 1h30m of online live sessions structured as follow:
- Lectures 1h15m: the session will be facilitated by PuntoSud experts and will be recorded so you can still watch the video if you are not able to attend.
- Q&A sessions 15 minutes.
- Final tasks 3 minutes: fill out the evaluation form.
This course is designed for:
- HQ and field-based NGO staff involved in project design and proposal writing
You will need access to a computer or tablet with speakers or a headset, as well as an Internet connection. The course will be held over Zoom – no additional software is required.
The webinar will be recorded . All the materials will be available until 15 calendar days after the end of the webinar.
Once you have completed all the training material and passed the exit test, your certificate of attendance will be available to download directly from the learning platform. The certificate is always available in your profile page with historical data of all PuntoSud Academy courses you've attended.
For any queries please have a look at our FAQs. If you don't find what you're looking for or need additional information, please get in touch with our customer care service.
- What is Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) and its main aim
- The Guidelines for Applicant: eligible recipients, eligible activities, amounts and mandatory information
- Information to be provided in the concept note, full applications and budget
- Useful tips for the implementation of this component to ensure compliance with the guidelines' objectives and other applicable implementation rules
- Question and Answers
Sara CastagnetoTraining Manager - Trainer
Simona PoglianiPuntosud Academy - Head Of Department
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For really large documents, the sgml2pl parser can be
programmed to handle the content of a specific element (i.e.
element-by-element. The parsing primitives defined in this section can
be used to process these one-by-one.
- xml_to_rdf(+XML, +BaseURI, -Triples)
- Process an XML term produced by load_structure/3
using the
dialect(xmlns)output option. XML is either a complete
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stream(Stream). When using a stream all triples are associated to the value of the
base_urioption. This predicate can be used to process arbitrary large RDF files as the file is processed object-by-object. The example below simply asserts all triples into the database:
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Options are described with load_rdf/3. The option
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An İstanbul prosecutor has demanded aggravated life sentences for nine journalists in a trial of employees of the former Zaman daily, which was closed by the government for its alleged affiliation with the Gülen movement.
There are 31 defendants in the indictment, 17 of whom are jailed. Mümtaz'er Türköne, Ali Bulaç, Ahmet Metin Sekizkardeş, Ahmet Turan Alkan, Alaattin Güner, Cuma Kaya, Faruk Akkan, Hakan Taşdelen, Hüseyin Turan, İbrahim Karayeğen, Mehmet Özdemir, Murat Avcıoğlu, Mustafa Ünal, Sedat Yetişkin, Şeref Yılmaz, Yüksel Durgut and Zafer Özsoy have been in pretrial detention for almost 19 months.
Eight defendants who were earlier released are Şahin Alpay, İhsan Dağı, Orhan Kemal Cengiz, Nuriye Akman, Lale Kemal, Onur Kutlu, İsmail Küçük and Hüseyin Belli. The remaining journalists are being tried in absentia.
Feza Gazetecilik owned the then-best selling Zaman daily, which was seized by the Turkish government on March 4, 2016 and closed down in the aftermath of a controversial coup attempt on July 15, 2016.
According to the prosecutor's legal opinion, the nine prominent journalists, including Mümtaz'er Türköne, Ali Bulaç and Şahin Alpay, "violated the constitution." In addition, the prosecutor demanded up to 15 years for each of the nine on charges of "membership in an armed organization."
Other defendants for whom the same sentence was demanded are İbrahim Karayeğen, Mehmet Özdemir, Mustafa Ünal, Ahmet Turan Alkan, İhsan Duran Dağı and Orhan Kemal Cengiz.
For the 20 other defendants, the prosecutor demanded jail sentences of between seven and 15 years at the most recent hearing, which took place on Thursday at the İstanbul 13the High Criminal Court, on the grounds of Silivri Prison. Those charges include "membership in an armed organization" and "aiding the organization without being a member of it."
The court is expected to announce its decision later this week after the defendants and their lawyers give their closing arguments.
The only evidence cited in the indictment as proof of "terrorism" and "coup plotting" are the published articles and op-ed pieces for some of the defendants, and serving as administrators for the newspaper for others. Articles that commented on major graft investigations that were made public Dec. 17-25, 2013 and that implicated Erdoğan, his family members and his political and business associates were included in the indictment as criminal evidence and somehow linked to the July 15, 2016 coup attempt.
Ironically, the prosecutor himself said earlier that the articles themselves did not carry any element of crime yet when considered collectively they must be construed as aiming to overthrow the government.
During the first and second hearing, the defendants persistently asked any for concrete evidence that shows they committed the terror crimes mentioned in the indictment. The prosecutor failed to present any.
Most of the defendants have been jailed since August 2016.
The public prosecutor today referenced three articles of the Turkish Penal Code (TCK) as follows:
TCK 309/1 (Offenses against the Constitutional Order and its Functioning): Any person who attempts to abolish, replace or prevent the implementation of, through force and violence, the constitutional order of the Republic of Turkey shall be sentenced to a penalty of aggravated life imprisonment.
TCK 314/2 ( Armed Organization): Any person who becomes a member of the organization defined in paragraph one (definition of Armed Organization) shall be sentenced to a penalty of imprisonment for a term of five to ten years.
TCK 220/7 (Establishing Organizations for the Purpose of Committing Crimes): Any person who aids and abets an organization knowingly and willingly, although he does not belong to the structure of that organization, shall also be sentenced for the offense of being a member of that organization. The sentence to be imposed for being a member of that organization may be decreased by one-third according to the assistance provided.
On March 20, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled that the right to liberty and the right freedom of expression of Şahin Alpay had been violated. On March 16, an İstanbul court ordered the conditional release of Alpay, although ruling that Alpay would be subject to house arrest and is forbidden from leaving Turkey.
The European Union and international human rights organizations have been asking the Turkish government to narrow its definition of terrorism and bring it into line with European norms. Turkey, however, refuses to do so.
Turkey is the biggest jailer of journalists in the world. The most recent figures documented by SCF show that 245 journalists and media workers were in jail as of April 4, 2018, most in pretrial detention. Of those in prison 188 were under arrest pending trial while only 57 journalists have been convicted and are serving their time. Detention warrants are outstanding for 140 journalists who are living in exile or remain at large in Turkey.
Detaining tens of thousands of people over alleged links to the Gülen movement, the government also closed down about 200 media outlets after the controversial coup attempt on July 15, 2016.
(Stockholm Center for Freedom [SCF])


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A merciless parolee who was charged yesterday in the horrific home invasion and arson that killed the family of a prominent Connecticut doctor is himself the scion of a wealthy and accomplished dynasty, The Post has learned.
Joshua Komisarjevsky, 26 – accused in the kidnapping, sex assault and robbery that killed the wife and daughters of Cheshire endocrinologist William A. Petit Jr. – is the grandson of acclaimed late Russian-born theater director Theodore Komisarjevsky and dancer Ernestine Stodelle.
He's also the nephew of respected New York ad-business whiz Christopher Komisarjevsky, CEO emeritus of public-relations behemoth Burson-Marsteller, and the step-grandson of the late John R. Chamberlain, a popular syndicated columnist, author and editorial-page writer for The Wall Street Journal. But Joshua Komisarjevsky's impressive pedigree pales in comparison to his long rap sheet, which began when he was 14 and culminates in the latest horrific charges.
Petit's wife, nurse Jennifer Hawke-Petit, 48 was found strangled, and daughters, Dartmouth-bound Hayley, 17, and Michaela, 11, died of smoke inhalation after being held hostage and brutally assaulted in a brazen middle-of-the-night break-in. At least one of the girls was raped in the six-hour attack, which ended with the Petit home in flames, the Hartford Courant reported.
Komisarjevsky and fellow parolee Steven Hayes, 44, were arraigned yesterday in Meriden Superior Court on charges of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, kidnapping, burglary, larceny and arson.
Investigators said additional charges will be added as the investigation continues.
Komisarjevsky and Hayes are each being held in lieu of $15 million bail and are due back in court Aug. 7.
Dr. Petit, 50, who was beaten with a baseball bat and tied up in his basement, escaped the fire and is in serious but stable condition in a local hospital.
Komisarjevsky grew up just two miles from the Petit home. His father, Ben, who retired from his own contracting business, and mom, Jude, still live there.


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WATCH: CN Live! New Episode: 'Drama in the Court' with Defense Witness Trevor Timm (and Kim Dotcom)
Timm was interviewed by journalists Stefania Maurizi, Keven Gosztola and legal analyst Alexander Mercouris. Kim Dotcom made a surprise appearance on the program.
CN Live! New Episode Sat. 9 am EDT: Gosztola, Maurizi & Mercouris Plus Defense Witness Trevor Timm on Assange. Please Become a CN Live! Patron!
Join us Saturday at 9 am U.S. Eastern time for the next episode of CN Live! in which we recap the first week of the extradition hearing of Julian Assange. Support CN Live! by becoming a patron.
RAY McGOVERN: Catapulting Russian-Meddling Propaganda
The New York Times is leading the full-court press to improve on what it regards as Special Counsel Robert Mueller's weak-kneed effort to blame the Russians for giving us Donald Trump.
WATCH: 'Spying on Assange' With Max Blumenthal, Stefania Maurizi and Fidel Narváez
Journalists Max Blumenthal & Stefania Maurizi & former Ecuadorian diplomat Fidel Narváez joined a panel moderated by academic Deepa Driver that was a deep drive into CIA spying on Julian Assange in Ecuador's embassy in London.
ASSANGE EXTRADITION: Court Files Expose Sheldon Adelson's Security Team in US Spying on Assange
An exclusive investigation by The Grayzone reveals new details on the critical role Sheldon Adelson's Las Vegas Sands played in an apparent CIA spying operation targeting Julian Assange, reports Max Blumenthal.
WATCH: ASSANGE EXTRADITION: John Pilger, Stefania Maurizi and Charles Glass
Watch Journalists Speak Out, with John Pilger, Stefania Maurizi and Charles Glass.
JOHN PILGER: The Lies About Assange Must Stop Now
If Julian Assange were to succumb to the cruelties heaped upon him, week after week, month after month, year upon year, as doctors warn, newspapers like The Guardian will share the responsibility, writes John Pilger.
Stefania Maurizi on How Julian Assange Changed Journalism
The Italian journalist and longtime media partner of WikiLeaks speaks with Dennis J. Bernstein and Randy Credico about the implications of Assange's struggle against U.S. extradition.
Inside WikiLeaks: Working with the Publisher that Changed the World
Italian journalist Stefania Maurizi has worked with WikiLeaks for nine years on the Podesta emails and other revelations. Here's an insider's view of the publisher, which has incensed rulers around the world, desperate to hide their corruption.


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i must confess that since posting the previous item this morning (on giving Bush the doubt of the benefit), i've been feeling a little bad. I completely reject the shallow and ignorant prevailing wind of anti-Americanism that is sweeping through Europe (which certainly doesn't mean i agree with much if not most of recent US foreign policy) – and didn't post it because of that. I also realise that Bush is not a complete idiot – there's no way that he could be president if he was (surely?). And i really can't stand humour at other people's expense – humour should never be malicious – and many say that Bush is highly impressive privately (Yo, Blair!) and that he struggles with severe dyslexia (which may well explain his verbal entanglements). It is just that i found the video really scary – unfair or not. If you think i shouldn't have posted it, i completely accept that, and apologise for any offence caused. What's done is done though – and i have to say that i find his presidency utterly frightening for the whole world (even if he is a fellow-believer).
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New South Wales make batting changes after 32 all out, Kurtis Patterson stands in as captain
Peter Nevill is unavailable due to the birth of his second child while Lachlan Hearne could debut
Kurtis Patterson will captain New South Wales against Queensland in their bid to secure a place in the Sheffield Shield final with Peter Nevill unavailable due the birth of his second child.
Patterson will lead a side containing plenty of youth with wicketkeepers Matthew Gilkes and Baxter Holt both included while 20-year-old batsman Lachlan Hearne, who was part of the Australia Under-19 squad at last year's World Cup, could make a debut as New South Wales shake up the batting order which was dismantled for 32 against Tasmania.
A victory for either side in Wollongong would secure a home final but a draw could yet open the door for Western Australia to host the decider. A loss will leave them needing Western Australia not to win against Tasmania in Perth to cling onto a place in the final.
"It's a great opportunity for Kurtis to lead a young group of players," Michael Klinger, New South Wales' head of male cricket, said. "He is a highly respected member of the squad and we are looking forward to him taking on the challenge.
"Lachie has earned his place in the Blues squad with a string of very good performances. This is a great opportunity for a player who has come through the NSW pathway and performed well in both Premier Cricket and 2nd XI cricket."
Nick Larkin and Daniel Solway - who have averaged 29.00 and 24.00 respectively this season - have been dropped while Jack Edwards has also been included. Jason Sangha has been retained despite just 25 runs in three innings. Sean Abbott, who has scored over 500 runs, remains sidelined due to the split webbing he suffered against Tasmania
Patterson, who has not added to the two Tests caps he earned against Sri Lanka in 2019, is only averaging 22.61 from seven matches although he did score a century against South Australia.
New South Wales' IPL contingent - David Warner, Steven Smith, Moises Henriques and Pat Cummins - left for the tournament on Thursday so are unavailable for the rest of the season. However, the bowling attack remains strong with Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon both available alongside Trent Copeland and Harry Conway.
Josh Hazlewood has withdrawn from the IPL and though not considered for this match New South Wales are hopeful he will be available for the final if they qualify.
Squad Kurtis Patterson (capt), Harry Conway, Trent Copeland, Jack Edwards, Matthew Gilkes, Liam Hatcher, Lachlan Hearne, Baxter Holt, Daniel Hughes, Nathan Lyon, Jason Sangha, Mitchell Starc


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FW: subversion 1.40 svn checkout crash (again)
From: Ian Rae <ian.rae_at_pronexus.com>
Date: 2006-10-20 19:24:14 CEST
I have reproduced the same crash reported in this previous e-mail:
subject: subversion 1.4.0 svn checkout crash
On a Windows box, the crash occured when I did a check-out to a
svn co file:///c:/repos/vbsalt/trunk s:\
The checkout is called from a windows batch file. Strangely, the same
The crash always occurs around the same file during the checkout. There
IMPORTANT: changing the target from a substituted drive to a real drive
The machine Win XP SP2, svn version 1.4.0 (r21228), running svnserve on
The drive substitution is: SUBST S: C:\source\vbsalt\trunk
In case anyone is wondering how to enable crash dumps on Windows, type
c:\windows\system32\drwtsn32.exe -i
This puts some registry keys in HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows
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We speak to the founders of Isqan on the road to creating what could be Egypt's biggest proptech accelerant to date.
The real estate industry – similar to almost every industry worldwide – has had an unprecedented reckoning this year. Be it shifting, pivoting to or launching with tech-enabled solutions, property sales and rental platforms have had to adapt to this pandemic by embracing the sheer dominance of tech. So how do newly launched proptech startups fare in global pandemic? Namely in a consumer market that is willing to venture into e-commerce for low-involvement products, but still sceptical about veering into the bigger online buys, such as property.
Isqan, an Egyptian proptech startup that just launched two weeks ago led by founders Karim Kazem and Ali Ezzat, can stand to enlighten on how not only to manoeuvre the market, but also how establish the somewhat niche space they occupy as the norm when it comes to property renting and purchasing online in Egypt. The already a few websites and platforms that occupy similar spaces, but each boast a different focus, criteria and features; and Isqan's slate is definitely geared to catch many a consumer's attention.
"The whole story started about four years, when Karim was off in Dubai working in a brokerage. His job was to run marketing and lead generation for the company," Ali Ezzat, co-founder of Isqan tells Startup Scene. "What almost immediately piqued his interest is how brokerage firms in a developed economy are so reliant on platforms, and how that results in a mass amount of leads. So the subsequent thought that follows is why not bring that to Egypt?"
Kazem and Ezzat are far from just two partners in a venture. The two have been friends since their days in school, and have since amassed a great deal of experience that when Kazem approached Ezzat with the idea, it was an immediate yes. "The pitch was to create a portal for real estate in Egypt that streamlines the process," Ezzat elaborates. "I myself had no tight grasp of the market in Egypt, so there was a necessary phase of hardcore research that went into immediate action. From there, it became evident that while, yes, we might not be introducing an entirely new platform, but there is still yet to be a household name within proptech platforms."
While Ezzat doesn't hail from a robust real estate background, his line of expertise did instead majorly makeup for what is one of Isqan's biggest sells: its user experience. It's entirely too common for when someone in Egypt's looking for a new place, they'd phone up a friend that has a cousin that might have the contact a for a 'good broker'. This culture's all too prevalent and, while not faulty, can definitely be spruced so that no friend or cousin are dragged into the mix.
"The goal was simple: how do we get homeowners or brokers to list properties, and for people to browse them in the easiest way possible? We built a team that is wholly made of tech mavens, that then created a website that is a visually and practically enabled to offer the upmost refined experience," Kazem adds. "Be it residential, commercial, villas, apartments or land, it's all there and available to be accessed by only a few clicks and toggles."
On whether it was an obstacle course to introduce the Egyptian market to Isqan's offerings, the two founders were fairly confident in that its adoption isn't the biggest challenge they're set to face at all. Both entrepreneurs are riding this collective wave of users familiarising themselves day by day with online buying, regardless of the scope of the purchase. However, Isqan has already staked their claim in the proptech game by debuting with a six-figure investment in its pre-seed round, led by an undisclosed angel investor.
"There really wasn't this excruciating process of having to acquaint users with the concept," Kazem notes. "We'll count ourselves lucky enough that we pierced the market at a time when the only challenge we're facing is getting the Egyptian market to orient themselves with Isqan, and not the basis of our platform as a whole. As for how to get brokerage firms to trust an up-and-comer, the technicalities spoke for themselves enough to lure them in. Our backend adds tremendous value to their operations, the leads we provide help them reach crucial conclusions for listings, such as which properties perform better, which areas are more frequently searched for and so on. This is all offered to them in a dashboard, and in turn leads to Isqan catering to all stakeholders."
Just as the COVID era has been a harsh ravager to many industries, it has been a shiny beam for any service that, not only digitises experiences completely such as say edtech, but also for ones that digitise fundamental aspects that allow for life to keep on churning in the physical world. "As with anything that sees a digital transformation, there is this period of people getting used to the change, and realising how easier and more beneficial it is," adds Ezzat. "Perhaps one of the few good things to come out of this year, is that it forced the world to go digital, which basically laid down the welcome mat for us to enter the market. Buying a house is probably the biggest, most daunting decision a person could experience throughout their life. So offering a digital leeway for that to happen, to help someone find their dream house, or the perfect office space is what we're trying to do, and it's all coming together greatly."
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Pivotal Commware tackles CBRS power limitations
Posted on September 28, 2020 by Pivotal Commware
Pivotal Commware, the Seattle-area startup whose repeaters are being used by Verizon to boost millimeter wave (mmWave) performance, is asking for FCC permission to conduct tests of its holographic beam forming (HBF) antenna technology in the 3.5 GHz Citizens Broadband Radio Services (CBRS) band.
This isn't the first time Pivotal is applying its HBF to mid-band spectrum. In fact, the company's first commercial engagements were all in sub-6 GHz bands, and the technology performs equally well in those bands.
"We have always maintained development programs for the low and mid-band spectrum," said Pivotal CEO Brian Deutsch.
Read the full article at Fierce Wireless


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I need you, Ava.
I am desperate. For you. For touch. For a kiss. For the scrape of your hand down my stomach. For the slide of your lips across my hipbone. The sweep of your thigh against mine in the dulcet, drowning darkness. For the warm huff of your breath on my skin and the wet suck of your mouth around me and the building pressure of need reaching release...I am mad with need.
Wild with it.
I cannot have you. I have lost you, as I have lost myself.
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It was painful to watch really and it is almost unacceptable how Christian deals with the situation but as you follow their story what he did was his means of surviving. I desperately wanted to hate Christian but in reality what he did was what saved both of them.
The are forced to go on their very own journey of self-discovery and as we follow them through it, we witness their relationship from beginning to end. As always, Jasinda's description of the romance was beyond phenomenal. It was never just about sex with these two – it was more about finding that soul-deep connection.
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You know the drill. March is over so it's time to take a look at the gems we had playing at 'le dojo'. It's easy: you read, listen and dance. If you're reading this, lots of love to you beauty. Enjoy!
Rayna - Trance Wax (Shanti Celeste Remix)
Beautiful start with a very special-touch from Shanti Celeste on Trance Wax's Rayna. Built on a Trance/Breakbeat backbone, the remix takes a whole new shape thanks to the House/Electro roots of the Bristol-based artist. The two worlds collide, forming a track that plays pleasantly with our senses. Joyful, dancy, sweet and faithful to Shanti's work.
Dr. Melonball - Deetron
This one will make the nostalgic among you happy. It's a huge release on Nu Groove, an iconic House label from the 80's/90's, brought to you by the Bern-based artist. The label, born in the New York house scene, was inactive for a while and it's the Swiss artist Deetron the maschine start up again with this incredible piece. Dr. Melonball is carried by charismatic keys, borderline seductive, and its bassline/hi-hats are a big reference to the raw techno sound of Detroit. Listen to it just once and you immediately hear how punchy and effective it is, it's straight to the point, it's Swiss and it's perfect ;)
Discoteca - &ME, Rampa, Adam Port, Sofie
Some records are timeless. You know, the ones that hit you right in the feels at the very first listen. The ones you immediately, and proudly, show to all your friends. At le dojo, one of those tracks was Muyé by the Keinemusik crew a while back. This time, the trio is back with an epic raw percussive record featuring vocals from Sofie Fatouretchi. The very first second of the record immediately showcases the unmistakable identity of the German crew. This time, they play around with a trippy and very greasy bassline that pops in from time to time. This is the first single of their upcoming album! Mind-boggling stuff.
vinculum 001/05 - VIL
We head towards the techno part of town with vinculum's 5th set from the new series. Creator of the very unique Spectrum Festival, in Northern Portugal, vinculum showcases an artist a month on Soundcloud. The 4 previous sets are full of familiar names (if you visit the dojo on a regular basis, you'll feel right at home with Vinculum). Hendrik van Boetzaeler, Jonas Landwehr (co-founder of R-Imprint) and more. The fifth selection is Portuguese artist VIL's time to shine with 2 hours of pure techno exploration.
Specia - Jinger
If you want the full hypnotic range of dimensions this track has to offer, please get your headphones out and don't even think about using your phone speakers. Jinger is Traumer's alias that allows him to dive into his softer side. One could argue that this side is deeper and heavily fluid which adds a uniqueness that left me speechless. Traumer states that the breakbeats in his production became more natural and casually evolved into this dual persona. The most beautiful part of this track is there is no label or category in my mind. Technically it is hard to define, and this speaks volume to what is to become of electronic music. Let's call it an exploration to the unknown, and if I was traveling there Specia would be playing.
By Your Side - Sofia Kourtesis
By Your Side is Fresia Magdalena's second track, a 5-track EP unveiled on Technicolour, Ninja Tune's sub-label. The record's groovy and weird vibe is quite difficult to describe. A multitude of unique layers build up to create this beautiful masterpiece. The weirdly-cut vocal chops and electric samples leave us wondering what life is really about ^-^ Not only does By Your Side earn its place in our hearts, but the whole EP is definitely worth checking. Thank you Sofia!
Whatever - Wax D
This is crazy! Not only are you discovering truly dope vibes from this past month. But you're also time-traveling at the same time. You'll get it once you press play, Wax D is a nostalgically genius producer. The Georgian artist pays tribute to House and Techno origins with a pure masterpiece. Colourful kicks, acid lines, hypnotic melodies and the vibe is just right! Released on Czech label Beef Records, legends.
Deep Oddities - Tour-Maubourg
Lets finish this month's selection on a high note with Tour-Maubourg's Deep Oddities. We know the artist thanks to his jazzy-house gems, and he does not disappoint this time either. It's a Pont Neuf Records release from Paris celebrating it's 5th anniversary. Deep Oddities is a sexy cocktail of perfect drums and synths. Yikes!
That's it for March, enjoy the dancing and see you next month <3


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"Groupthink" is a common corporate scenario in which multiple people feed off each other and ultimately come up with the same types of ideas. While collaboration and cooperation are good, your team will never innovate and grow if they never explore different ways of thinking and solving problems.
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A Roadmap to Awakening
I am starting a new project! I have compiled a collection of essays on various situations I have found myself in recent years. They mostly philosophical and spiritual musings interspersed with practical applications to how to live with less effort and more contentment. Would you like to get a first look at the book chapters? They will be posted weekly on the Lilies of the Field site.


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GAB director says fake names shouldn't impact recall effort
MILWAUKEE -- The latest recall news drawing controversy is that signatures of obviously fictitious people like Mickey Mouse and Adolf Hitler won't automatically be thrown out if they include a valid address, leaving the burden of proof on petitioners to check their names, and Walker supporters to challenge these names. Kevin Kennedy, the director of the Government Accountability Board who will oversee the petition verification process says the chances of those names making a difference in the recall effort is unlikely, but not everyone is convinced!
Kennedy says the Government Accountability Board will look at a million and a half signatures, and that the Mickey Mouses will be a small number, and not enough to make a difference. Speaking to the Milwaukee Press Club Wednesday, Kennedy said the first screener is the petitioner himself. "The person who circulates is stating, under oath, 'I personally obtained these signatures. I know who signed them. They have a responsibility right up front," Kennedy said. Signature-gatherers must also sign every page of their petitions, stating they realize falsifying their papers is punishable by law.
Once the petitions are submitted in January, a recall committee will screen the signatures, checking that they are properly dated, and include a valid Wisconsin address, along with hand entering them into a database, which will catch duplicate names and fake names. However, Kennedy says the law doesn't require the GAB to read the actual names listed on the petitions. "If we see something that leaps out at us, we're gonna flag it to say, do we do further investigation? It depends. In most cases we're so far above the number of signatures that are needed, it's not even gonna factor into the equation," Kennedy said.
The GAB plans to ask the court for an extension, to get 60 days to finish its petition review, instead of 31. The final round of screenings will include any challenges, and challenges must be made within 10 days after copies of the petitions are given to targeted office holders, who will likely see an extension as well.
One Walker supporter listening to Kennedy speak Wednesday remains skeptical of the recall process in general. "I just don't think this whole recall is going to be honest. I still think there's a lot of opportunity for fraud," Keith Best said.
Kennedy says the GAB expects 600,000 to 700,000 signatures to verify in the Governor's race, alone.


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Kevin, Feyyaz, and John cover the rise of Shiba Inu, Olypmus DAO, KLIMA, Abracadabra, Fantom, and the new NFT photo platform Quantum.
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Alchemix co-founder Scoopy Trooples joins Kevin to discuss how Alchemix provides highly flexible instant loans that repay themselves over time without liquidation risk using decentralized smart contracts on the Ethereum network.
Anthony "Pomp" Pompliano of The Pomp Podcast and The Pomp Letter fame joins Kevin to dig into a treasure trove of crypto and investing know-how.
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Five Office Cleaning Tips for a More Welcoming Workspace
When you're at work, you know that it can be hard to focus on daily tasks when there's so much going on around you. Loud coworkers, phones ringing non-stop and other constant interruptions can make the day unbearable. Add a cluttered or dirty office to all of that and you have the perfect storm of frustration and irritation. You can't trade your coworkers, nor can you unplug all of the phones. But you can take some simple steps to help ensure that your office is presentable and sanitary throughout the day. Here are some simple office cleaning tips to get you started.
Cut Out the Food Foolishness
Some offices are fortunate to have a lunchroom or kitchen area. In other offices, workers might have to eat at their desks. Either way, it's important to clean up right after you finish eating. Spills, crumbs and dirty dishes can lead to pests and bacteria buildup. We're pretty sure that your office doesn't need a coffee cup mold farm or unofficial pet mice. A good rule of thumb is to clean up your desk when you're done eating and put away any food that hasn't been touched within the last five minutes.
Once you're finished eating or having a cup of coffee, wash your dishes right away. While lunch might have been absolutely delicious or that coffee totally hit the spot, no one wants to smell your dishes minutes or hours later — or have to constantly swat away flies looking for leftovers. Wash or rinse your dishes and put them in the dishwasher as soon as you're finished. Your officemates will appreciate it.
Get Rid of the Clutter
When you have too much clutter at your desk, you can't focus on your work. Clutter also makes it harder for you to find important paperwork when you need it. And when you leave papers, books or even folders piled up on your desk for a long time, they'll eventually start to collect dust, making office cleaning even more difficult. After you're finished with a document, book or folder, return it to its proper place. If you have papers on your desk that are no longer needed, shred them or put them in the recycle bin. The same goes for papers that might be scattered throughout the office. There's a good chance those old magazines from 10 years ago or that Girl Scout Cookie order form from last season won't be missed.
Be a Garbage Person From Time to Time
We're not telling you to be a terror at work, but we don't want you to wait until the garbage is overflowing, or the office smells like something died in it, before you take out the trash. If you work in a smaller office, take turns emptying the trash so this doesn't become one person's responsibility. And in the warmer months, take the trash out often to prevent bad smells or swarms of flies. After emptying the garbage cans, spray them inside and out with a disinfectant spray to kill germs and unpleasant odors.
Wipe it Down to Wipe Germs Out
It doesn't have to be cold and flu season for you to wipe down your desk, your keyboard, countertops, door handles and any other high-use areas with antibacterial wipes. In fact, if you develop a normal office cleaning routine, it won't even matter when cold and flu season rolls around because you're already in the habit of preventing germs. Also, encourage coworkers to wash their hands thoroughly and keep hand sanitizer around the office so they can clean their hands on the spot.
Hire an Office Cleaning Service for a Deeper Clean
If things become a little too much for you and your officemates to handle, professional office cleaners can get the job done right on a regular basis. A cleaning crew can make sure common areas are thoroughly sanitized, floors are mopped or vacuumed, dishes are cleaned and trash is taken out routinely. An office cleaning service will take these responsibilities off your hands so you can focus on what you do best — and not have to scramble to clean when visitors stop by.
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Take A Stand
In 2021 young people are using their voices to speak up against the climate crisis, asking world leaders to choose people and planet over profits, by limiting a rise in global temperatures to 1.5℃.Sign Open Letter
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Use Your Voice
Sign the open letter via the form below and call on World Leaders to end the climate crisis.
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Follow @WeAreTearfund on Instagram and use your social platform to encourage others to join.
This November the UK is set to host our biggest gathering of world leaders from almost 200 countries to talk about climate change, at meetings called COP26. This is a pivotal moment in our fight to stop the climate crisis.
Currently, world leaders are falling way short of an important target – to limit the increase in global temperatures to 1.5°C.
Missing the mark could be catastrophic – hurting people living in poverty most. It's time to take a stand and put people and planet over profits.
We are following Jesus' call to stand with our global neighbours and help those who need it most. Young people all over the world are taking a stand, and you can add your voice. We'll take it to Cornwall and Glasgow, calling on our leaders to get back on track and recommit to 1.5°C.
Why 1.5?
We're currently falling short of limiting the rise in global temperature to 1.5°C. If we fail to hit the target, and temperatures rise to 2°C, people living in poverty are impacted most.
An increase of 1.5°C is bad enough, but the difference between 1.5°C and 2°C is devastating:
- Droughts last twice as long
- 116 million more people struggle to get water
- Four times as many tropical cyclones
- 12 million more people flooded in coastal areas
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Dear World Leaders
Our world is in crisis, it's time to take a stand.
We are one: one world, one creation, one humanity. Our planet is struggling and people are suffering, so while you're visiting our patch for these talks we need you to act.
With every fraction of a degree that temperatures rise, hurricanes get stronger, droughts last longer, forests burn, and whole islands disappear into the sea. And it's people who have done the least to cause the climate crisis – people already living in poverty – who are already suffering the worst effects.
As Christians, God asks us to love our neighbours – near and far – but your failure to act is putting their lives at risk. Today we are at a tipping point. We CAN stop this, but after decades of promises the action we need is still not happening. When it comes to real action, profit is too often chosen over people and planet.
World Leaders, you have the power to get us on course for a better future. We need you to do everything in your power to limit warming to no more than 1.5°C, with action and not just words.
This means:
- ending funding for fossil fuels all around the world
- cutting emissions down to zero as fast as possible
- providing funding and support for people living in poverty, as they adapt to climate changes we're too late to prevent.
We stand in solidarity with our global neighbours, whose lives literally depend on us keeping to 1.5°C. We ask you to act with us: a young generation taking a stand with our global community.
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Free Example of Flood Buyout Program Essay
While a flood buoyant program may be fundamental in Florida, it will lead to displacement of people from their homes. However, the program offers people a relief by providing them with new homes. The program is, however, hindered by limited funds and resistance from the public. Many of the residents living on the flood plains areas are convinced that their buildings have withstood floods for a long time, and are, therefore, against relocation. Implementation of the Flood Buoyant Program will, therefore, require the stakeholders to convince the public on the benefits the program offers. For the purposes of rolling out the program in Florida, the stakeholders need to be well prepared in terms of finances. Sufficient campaign is vital to enlighten the residents on the benefits associated with the program. The implementers of the program should ensure that the buoyant they offer to the affected residents is commensurate to their buildings to be demolished.
Eglin AFB, Florida, the program can be expected to face a number of resistance in its implementation. Partial compensation to the public may induce resistance from the occupants of such flood plains. Inadequate funding from the federal and state authorities accelerates this problem. The state of Florida has over 18 million residents, 80 % of which operate near the coastline. The remaining percentage lives near the state's rivers and flood plains. A program aiming to relocate such an enormous number of people may face resistance from the public. However, proper planning and financial aid from the state, federal governments and donors will ensure adequate compensation, hence reducing the resistance. Conversion of these flood plains to greenways will ensure that the land is restored to its natural state; hence filter excess water and curb water runoff. This will reduce flooding emergences and loss of property and lives. Campaigns to educate the public on such benefits will avert the resistance.


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This colorful, easy Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon comes with a zippy mustard vinaigrette. Unconventional as it may seem, this is one of my favorite potato salads recipes ever!
This isn't your grandma's old-fashioned potato salad recipe.
In fact, I'm betting you've never had a potato salad quite like it.
That's because this healthy potato salad recipe is made with sweet potatoes rather than everyday russets or Yukon gold potatoes. (Save those for this Grilled Potatoes recipe.)
Plain-old potato salad often lets me down (with the rare exception of this Healthy Potato Salad).
This sweet potato salad, however, makes my taste buds sing.
Complete with a shower of crispy bacon, green onions, and celery for added crunch, everything gets tossed in a lively jalapeño-mustard vinaigrette create the best sweet potato salad recipe ever.
It's a total crowd-pleaser.
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"This is absolutely AMAZING. I have made it several times and have given the recipe to at least 4 other people. I can't say enough about how great this is!"
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How to Make Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon
I first made this cold sweet potato salad a few years ago, and it's become one of my favorite side dish recipes to bring to summer gatherings (along with this Italian Pasta Salad).
It's familiar enough not to be intimidating, and its twist on a classic side makes it memorable.
Sweet potato salad is easy to make, and someone always asks me for the recipe.
The Ingredients
- Sweet Potatoes. Making potato salad with sweet potato is absolutely delicious! Their natural sweetness pairs well with mustardy potato salad dressing. Sweet potatoes are a fantastic source of fiber and vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A and vitamin C.
- Bacon. Smoky and salty, the contrasting flavor and texture of bacon makes this easy sweet potato salad recipe all the more craveable. (Bacon is also a must for my favorite summer Pea Salad.)
- Celery. For summer freshness and crunch. (Like in this Italian Tuna Salad.)
- Green Onions. Adds a subtle but essential bite.
- Mustard. To make this sweet potato salad the best recipe ever, opt for whole-grain mustard, not the bright yellow kind. If you enjoy German potato salad, you'll adore the flavors in this dressing too.
- Jalapeño. Gives the simple mustard vinaigrette a little punch (like in this summertime Spicy Margarita recipe).
- Garlic. For some extra zip.
- Rice Vinegar. Adds just enough extra acidity to the vinaigrette to balance out all the flavors and marry everything together.
The Directions
- Boil and cube the potatoes. Cook the bacon.
- Combine the celery, green onions, and bacon in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the mustard dressing ingredients.
- Stir everything together. ENJOY!
Storage Tips
- To Store. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- To Reheat. No reheating is necessary. Enjoy this sweet potato salad cold or at room temperature. I have warmed up leftovers before as a side at dinner, and they were delish! If you want to try this sweet potato salad warm, reheat it in a microwave for several minutes until heated through.
What to Serve with Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon
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This 15-quart stock pot has great conductivity and is the perfect size for soups & stews or making sauces for a large crowd.
Quick, summer will be gone before you know it!
Better make a double batch (and some Healthy Coleslaw for good measure).
Frequently Asked Questions
No. If you are on a low-sodium diet, you may skip salting the water for the potatoes. Note that the salt does help season the potatoes and improve their texture, so omitting the salt may impact the taste and consistency of the potatoes.
This is a super forgiving sweet potato salad recipe, so you can use your judgment here and reduce the sweet potatoes to get an ingredient ratio you enjoy. I would probably go with 2 medium sweet potatoes rather than 3 large sweet potatoes for a half batch.
Sure! If you would like to make a vegetarian or vegan sweet potato salad, you can omit the bacon from the recipe. For smokiness, I would suggest swapping the bacon for a vegan bacon alternative you enjoy. Cook and crumble according to the package directions, then add to the sweet potato salad recipe as directed.
For the Sweet Potato Salad:
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon cooked*
- 3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks (I do a rough 3/4 inch, but you can do any size you like)
- 1 cup celery hearts thinly sliced
- 1 cup green onions thinly sliced
For the Mustard Dressing:
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Bring a large bot of salted water to a boil, then add the sweet potatoes. Simmer just until fork tender, about 10 to 15 minutes depending upon the size of your potato chunks. Drain, gently and quickly rinse with cold water, then set aside.
If necessary, cook the bacon according to one of my easy methods listed below. Once cool, crumble it into a large bowl. Add the celery and green onions.
Prepare the mustard dressing: In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the jalapeño (or fresno chile), mustard, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Add the sweet potatoes to the bowl with the bacon, drizzle with the dressing, then toss gently to combine. Taste and season with additional salt/pepper as desired. Serve warm, chilled, or at room temperature.
- TO STORE: Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: No reheating is necessary. Enjoy this sweet potato salad cold or at room temperature. However, I have warmed up leftovers as a side at dinner and they were delish. If you want to try this sweet potato salad warm, reheat it in a microwave for several minutes until heated through.
- *INGREDIENT NOTE: Try one of these easy bacon cooking methods: Air Fryer Bacon and Oven Baked Bacon.
- Recipe shared with permission from Pure Delicious.
Serving: 1(of 6)Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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The Badlands Collection was the first collection to launch under the Stabilized Series (Shwood's material innovation of casting loose natural elements in dyed resin).
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There is a joy in giving since an act of kindness leaves an impact on both the donor and the receiver. This is the very basis of the week-long festival that's Daan Utsav (October 2 to 8). And it's all the more relevant to celebrate this since the pandemic has left many among us helpless. So cease this chance to impact lives, directly or indirectly.
The process of this annual event has taken a virtual route this year, to ensure people can participate from the comfort of their homes. Anjana Sharma, a Gurugram-based school teacher recalls, "I've donated to the NGO Goonj earlier, and this time as will I will be donating clothes and shoes for the underprivileged. It's not just me but my entire group of friends who will be going there together to donate. I feel this festival of giving should be celebrated twice a year since it promotes kindness, and that's what we really need in today's world."
JV Lakshmi, an NGO volunteer from Ghaziabad, says, "Last year, on the same day we had organised a similar camp. I got reminded of this by someone who came to donate; this shows the spirit of people." NGOs such as Goonj have started mobile camps where vehicles are collecting donations while following all Covid-19 protocols whereas some private companies are encouraging their employees to play online games like Bingo, Tambola, and even a poker tournament, on cloud meeting mobile apps, to collect money for charity. And employees of a Gurugram-based company are practising rice bucket challenge to celebrate the week.
Vaishali Nigam Sinha, from this company, says, "We started this challenge in 2014 and managed to collect almost 1,500 kg rice in year one. Since then, the efforts of the employees have seen the collections rise to almost 68,000 kg. And this year, even as we operate virtually, we are expecting to collect 25,000 kg rice for migrant workers. The best part is that now employees look forward to this challenge every year and we continue to expand the scope of beneficiaries. This challenge during Daan Utsav is our way of giving back to the community and help address the problem of hunger, which is one of the most pressing issues that our country faces."
The funds being raised will be donated for causes such as vocational training of the unemployed individuals, meals for patients in the hospitals and their relatives, sanitary pads for underprivileged women, and even athletics for underprivileged communities. A Delhi-based NGO, Slam Out Loud is bringing art and artistic opportunities closer to the underprivileged through events that will allow children and adults to experience the magic of arts, especially to take care of their well-being during the pandemic.
Childline India Foundation has an emergency helpline number set-up by the government for children in distress, and is celebrating the festival through activities such as a digital poster competition; where the participants will highlight the importance of Daan Utsav. Anjaiah Pandiri from the foundation says, "We are celebrating the festival across all the networks and spreading Gandhiji's message of giving and non- violence against children with local events and campaigns in their respective local communities. The events help create public awareness against violence and crime against children."
Another NGO, Pratham is celebrating the festival with a challenge #JoyOfReading. As part of this, anyone can record pictures/video(s) while reading aloud alongside balancing their body weight on a leg or while practising a plank. You could also post a video between on any day this week using #AaoJoRDein. Also tag at least three of your friends, nominating them to join the initiative. So, have fun as you join in the joy of giving!
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Karadi Path is a completely entertaining and stress free programme that creates a structured classroom environment that mirrors the mother tongue learning process. Children learn by experiencing English with their body, through music, visuals and stories. They learn the language mainly through listening, using a variety of interesting audio material. Your child will become very comfortable understanding and speaking English at a basic level. This lays a solid platform from which the child can progress with textbook methods.
Based on a decade long research into the derivative processes of language acquisition, Karadi Path has developed an intuitive process of language-learning that mirrors mother-tongue assimilation. This approach delivers an English environment to the classroom through a multi-modal design, from which learners can derive the semantics, syntax and structure of a language. Children enjoy the structured activities of Karadi Path and there is no homework based on this programme. Karadi Path adopts the process of mother tongue learning and all the activities will be conducted at school without the need to be taught at home.
Children would develop
- Expanded vocabulary and writing skills
- Longer attention spans, promoting better retention of information
- Enhanced imaginative and critical thinking skills
- Enhanced memory and higher levels of concentration
- Leads to overall academic keenness
- Efficient and effortless learning
Aimed at bolstering student's English language proficiency, the Karadi Path methodology is being practised from classes KG to II Std. The core of the Karadi Path methodology lies in the natural way we acquire languages, whether it is the mother tongue or languages that we constantly hear around us.
The Karadi Path method can be described as:
- Intuitive: Uses intuitive intelligence (right-brain oriented ) over logical intelligence (left-brain oriented), the intelligence with which we learn to walk, learn our mother tongue and learn to sing.
- Immersive: Creates a rich immersive language environment in the classroom through various modes.
- Non-linear: Provides multiple paths to the goal of language learning allows every individual learner to use his or her preferred way of learning.
- Non-instructional: All learning is delivered experientially without any instructions and without explaining meanings of words or phrases.
- Multi-Sensorial: Learning language through listening, seeing and doing with a high focus on listening.
- Multi-modal: Learning language through multiple modes such as physical activity, music and stories.


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There's only a matter of weeks until Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker hits theaters, and the upcoming ninth main installment of the long-running sci-fi series is entering the final stages of ramping up the hype. Unsurprisingly, the movie is set to do huge business at the box office, and faces a delicate balancing act in both getting the fans firmly back on board after the polarizing reception to The Last Jedi, as well as tying up over 40 years' worth of story threads into a satisfying conclusion.
However, despite the anticipation getting closer and closer to fever pitch, The Rise of Skywalker is no longer the most talked-about aspect of the expanded Star Wars universe. In case you've been living under a rock for the last while, The Mandalorian Baby Yoda has taken the internet by storm and stolen much of the online thunder from J.J. Abrams' big finale.
The tiny green alien has usurped Abrams' mega-budget blockbuster as the media's current focal point for all things Star Wars, and much like those faced by Daisy Ridley, the director will no doubt be forced to deal with Baby Yoda-related questions in virtually every press junket for The Rise of Skywalker.
In fact, the Bad Robot head honcho was asked for his opinions on the franchise's new favorite critter in a recent interview, and being the company man that he is, tied it all back into the universal appeal of Star Wars as a whole.
"Look, I think that the fun of telling stories in this galaxy is that you get to take things that are familiar and you get to adjust them, augment them, comment on them, continue them. It's a world that is looking to be expanded… And for me, Star Wars is sort of constantly expanding and sort of ever-expanding. And the ability to choose a character like Yoda and say, 'What if we created a baby Yoda?'"
Ironically for a filmmaker that came in for some criticism from those that felt like The Force Awakens was a little too similar in tone and execution to A New Hope, Abrams also claimed that Baby Yoda's appeal has a lot to do with nostalgia for the history of Star Wars.
"The reason these things are reasonable to people is because it's not just nostalgia but it's taken something that is meaningful, a story that has deep roots and potency and resonates with a human heart, a beating heart. These are the kinds of things that, when they hit, when there's something that feels like, 'oomph', it's not just cute but it implies a story. It sparks the imagination. That's the thing, whether it's bringing back Lando, and wanting to know what's been going on, to introducing a brand new character, and brand new droid or a brief glimpse of a baby Yoda. All these things are about the possibility, potential, and that's the very heart of what Star Wars is."
That's an incredibly well-reasoned and detailed opinion from Abrams, and based on his comments alone you can tell how close he holds Star Wars to his heart. And though The Mandalorian's Baby Yoda may be the talk of the town for now, with The Rise of Skywalker set to be unleashed very soon, the cinematic saga will soon be dominating the headlines once again.


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For our fellow nurses elbow-deep in patient care, these socks are a total game-changer. In a world of elusive lunch/bathroom breaks and burnout, our cozy compression socks rewrite the rules. They shout, "Hey, it's time to look after YOU!"
Slip into these socks with their multiple health benefits (goodbye sore, swollen legs!), and not only will your feet find paradise, but your entire vibe will level up. And yes, brace yourself for a tsunami of compliments as you get to express your personal style that's as legendary as your nursing skills.
But here's the scoop – it's not just about socks. It's about change. The nursing realm is overdue for a transformation, and we're leading the charge.
Remember those days of putting everything ahead of you? Well, consider them ancient history. Our socks nod to YOUR well-being, wink at self-care, and high-five a healthier nursing culture. Feel that? It's the satisfaction of finally doing something just for YOU. Trust us, when you thrive, so does everyone around you (studies have spoken).
Be part of the self-care movement, light up your workplace as the superstar example, and let your feet declare, "I'm the priority, and it's my time!" Your patients are in great hands, and your feet? Let them be snugly embraced in our comfy AF compression socks.
Oh and P.S. our socks aren't just for nurses, they are loved by travellers, athletes, retail workers, office workers, pregnant mamas and anyone who sits or stands all day!
Having trouble picking just one pair? Mix and match your 3 faves for $99 - discount automatically applied at checkout (offer cannot be used with any other discounts).
Unsure about which size is right for you? Check our size guide below.
- Our compression socks require special love and care - please ensure you know how to look after them by having a read of our care guide.
- Please note - colours may vary slightly.
- Whilst we would love to see everyone in our socks, we must stress that if you have serious circulatory problems, have had major surgery or chronic illness or are pregnant - please consult your healthcare professional prior to using our compression socks. By doing so, you can determine whether or not our socks are suitable for your individual needs.
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It is normal for compression socks to feel tight and appear stretched when worn. These socks are designed to apply consistent pressure to your legs, which helps improve blood circulation and reduce swelling. The snug fit ensures that the compression therapy is effective.
Each person may have a slightly different experience with our compression socks. Some individuals may find the tightness/stretch to be more noticeable, while others may not. It can depend on factors such as personal preference and the specific fit of the socks to their calves.
- We recommend hand washing after each use to ensure your beautiful new socks last as long as possible. however, we live in the real world, so gentle warm wash between 30-40 degrees with similar colours please. If your washing machine has a hand-wash cycle, even better! extra points if you wash those babies in a mesh laundry bag.
- If you do hand wash, please don't wring them out - just give them a gentle lil' squeeze to get out all of the excess water.
- As previously mentioned, compression socks are a sensitive breed, so gentle detergents only, avoid fabric softeners if you can and definitely no bleach.
- The good news is, if you're in a pinch you can tumble-dry these bad boys or if you've got the time you can let them air dry. in fact as the socks start to age, a session in the dryer will actually help shrink the elastic fibres and keep that compression at an optimal level - just make sure your dryer isn't too hot (i.e. not hotter than 30 degrees)!
- Lastly, never dry your compression socks in the sun or place them on a heater/radiator otherwise you will essentially cook (and therefore ruin) the elastic fibres - not a vibe.
Our socks are made of a 65% nylon, 30% polyester and 5% spandex blend.
We use Australia Post to ship our items. Please see the below table for shipping and handling times. Currently, we only ship within Australia and New Zealand.
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Refunds & Returns
Due to socks being a type of underwear, we are unable to accept returns unless the product is faulty. Please ensure you use our sizing guide to ensure you are ordering the correct size. We do not provide refunds for change of mind or for ordering the incorrect size.
If you receive faulty or damaged items, we will replace them free of charge provided there are no signs of tampering or wear and it is within 30 days of receiving your order. Please get in touch with us via our Contact Us page for any refund/return inquiries.
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Graduated light-moderate compression to reduce leg fatigue and swelling, improve circulation and assist in preventing varicose veins
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"Super cute compression socks! I have absolutely loved these since they arrived. I have noticed such a difference in my calf pain during my 10+ hour shifts. They are an absolute MUST!"
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Receive a beautiful 470mL collapsible travel mug made from 100% BPA free silicone with all orders over $140. There are 4 stunning colourways available.
Enjoy your (essential) morning hot bevvie on the way to work, then rinse, collapse down and chuck it in your bag to take home!


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Trump says doesn't want to talk to Xi, could even cut China ties
US president says he is very disappointed with China's failure to contain Covid-19 outbreak
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump signaled a further deterioration of his relationship with China over the coronavirus outbreak, saying he has no interest in speaking to President Xi Jinping right now and going so far as to suggest he could even cut ties with the world's second largest economy.
In an interview with Fox Business Network broadcast on Thursday, Trump said he was very disappointed with China's failure to contain the disease and that the pandemic had cast a pall over his January trade deal with Beijing, which he has previously hailed as a major achievement.
"They should have never let this happen," Trump said. "So I make a great trade deal and now I say this doesn't feel the same to me. The ink was barely dry and the plague came over. And it doesn't feel the same to me."
Trump's pique extended to Xi, with whom the US president has said repeatedly he has a good relationship.
"But I just – right now I don't want to speak to him," Trump said in the interview, which was taped on Wednesday.
Trump was asked about a Republican senator's suggestion that US visas be denied to Chinese students applying to study in fields related to national security, such as quantum computing and artificial intelligence.
"There are many things we could do. We could do things. We could cut off the whole relationship," he replied.
"Now, if you did, what would happen? You'd save $500 billion," Trump said, referring to estimated US annual imports from China, which he often refers to as lost money.
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian told reporters in Beijing on Friday that maintaining a steady bilateral relationship served the interests of both peoples and would be beneficial for world peace and stability.
"Both China and the US should now be cooperating more on fighting the virus together, to cure patients and resume economic production, but this requires the US to want to work with us on this," Zhao said.
Trump's remarks drew ridicule from Hu Xijin, editor in chief of China's influential Global Times tabloid, who referred to the president's much-criticised comments last month about how Covid-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus, might be treated.
"This president once suggested Covid-19 patients inject disinfectants," Hu said on Twitter. "Remember this and you won't be surprised when he said he could cut off the whole relationship with China."


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8 Items I Wish I Had On My Very First RV Trip! (Must-Have RV Supplies)
I recently got a good deal on an RV — and I couldn't wait to hit the dusty trail and unplug for a few days! As a first-time RVer, there are a few things that I had overlooked. Take it from me, here are 8 must-have RV supplies you'll want to take on your first RV trip… things I wish I had remembered to pack!


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Premium baby playmat gym. Featuring vibrant bright colours, shapes, animals & an owl that rattles
Quick & easy to assemble. Soft, safe & comfortable play space for babies
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Gentle fabric and easily assembled for your baby's development.
In addition to being a fun and stimulating place for your baby to play, the baby play mat also serves as a baby gym.
The included hanging toys (x5) provide a great way for your baby to practice their hand-eye coordination and develop their gross motor skills.
Interactive Toys Included
Five different hanging toys that easily attach to the play gym and encourage development of hand eye coordination from an early age.
Easy To Assemble
Our baby activity gym can be put together in only a few minutes, no tools required.
All toys are vibrant animals with two toys providing a sound experience when touched. The fabric is gentle on bub's sensitive skin and soft when lying on.
The fabric is gentle on baby's sensitive skin and soft when lying on.
Baby Gym & Play Mat
Our baby play mat is more than just a place for your little one to play. It's a learning and development tool that will help your baby grow and explore the world around them.
Featuring bright colours, shapes, animals and an owl that rattles, our goal is that you can find some rest and relaxation as bub entertains themselves, encouraging visual and tactile development, as well as provide endless hours of entertainment.
The soft material provides a safe and comfortable play space and when it's time to clean, simply pop it in the washing machine, making it a practical choice for busy parents.
In addition to being a fun and stimulating place for your baby to play, our baby play mat also serves as a baby gym. The hanging toys provide a great way for your baby to practice their hand-eye coordination and develop their gross motor skills.
Each Play Gym is easily assembled in only a few minutes with a total size of 82cm x 82cm x 55cm (w*l*h) and also comes with a small padded cushion to help support your baby and provide additional comfort.
Whether you're looking for a baby play mat to provide entertainment and stimulation for your little one, or a baby gym to help them develop their gross motor skills, our baby play mat has you covered. It's the perfect choice for parents looking to provide their child with a fun and safe place to play and learn.
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Background: Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) contains pro-angiogenic growth factors including vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). Angiogenesis is a necessary component of wound healing in instances of diabetic foot ulcers (DFU). PRP composition varies depending on methods and donor health status. Our group has developed an improved PRP protocol for diabetes treatment. The aims of this study were to examine the levels of the pro-angiogenic factor VEGF in these patient populations with and without diabetes. Methods: PRP was prepared using 24 mL of whole blood from 13 diabetic and 10 non-diabetic patients registered at Klinik Hayandra. Whole blood in sodium citrate tubes were centrifuged at 1,000 rpm for 5 minutes followed by plasma separation. Plasma samples were centrifuged at 3,000 rpm for 5 minutes. Upper platelet-poor plasma layers were discarded, leaving 5 mL of concentrated platelet containing plasma (PRP). Concentrated plasma samples were mixed, aliquoted, stored at −86 ℃, and pooled for platelet count, VEGF, and total protein analyses. Platelet counting was also performed using fresh whole blood and PRP to measure changes following PRP preparation. Results: Diabetic donors had higher whole blood platelet counts than non-diabetic donors, but this difference was not statistically significant. An average increase of more than 250% in platelet number after PRP preparation using our method was noted in both groups. Freezing-thawing samples at −86 ℃ lysed more than 90% of PRP platelets regardless of diabetes status. Diabetic PRP had lower mean total protein and higher VEGF concentrations. Lysed platelets from diabetic donors released more VEGF than those from non-diabetic donors. Conclusions: PRP from diabetic donors had higher VEGF content making autologous PRP application a promising treatment for DFU. However, this should be investigated another appropriate clinical trial.
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- Angiogenesis
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Stuff to do in Burlington Vermont
Vermont is a quiet state tucked away in the historic New England region of the United States. People who visit Burlington will be surprised to find it is filled with beautiful scenery and landscape. Vermont has some mountains and great hiking venues, and it makes the perfect destination for a person looking to see some of the great outdoors while using a small town as their base.
Burlington is an eccentric city located on Lake Champlain in Northern Vermont. It has a colorful culture and pristine places to relax. Burlington makes a nice day trip or weekend getaway for most any traveler. If you ever have some time for a trip while in New England, here is a list of things to do in Burlington Vermont.
8 things to do in Burlington Vermont
- Burlington Bike Path– Outdoorsy and adventure sport people will be happy to know that Burlington has a great bike path, which follows a historic railway route. Not up for a bike ride? No worries, you can walk the path just the same.
- Church Street Marketplace– If I were to name a "Main Street" or center to Burlington this would be it. Filled with the best shopping that Burlington has to offer coupled with several nice restaurants is Church Street.
- Waterfront Park– There is not too much to the waterfront park outside of the fact that it is there. However, it makes for a nice grassy area to relax with friends and/or family. It makes a great location for recreational sports as well.
- North Beach Park– North Beach is probably the most relaxing area of Burlington. In fact, with good weather it really can't be beat as far as fresh water beaches go. North Beach is just north (go figure) of Burlington's 'downtown'. It has a nice sandy beach and an even nicer lake that you can swim in if you wish. You are surrounded by trees and nature, which make for a peaceful day.
- University of Vermont – For academics and other people with interest, Burlington is home to the University of Vermont. You can walk the campus or likely find a tour. (The Megabus station is also at the University of Vermont)
- Marina– The marina is little, but quaint. It has a nice vibe about it as the few small boats come and go for their daily spin on the lake. The marina is home to several fishing and recreation boats. There are also a few shops around the marina.
- Ferry to New York – Upstate New York is only a short ferry ride across Lake Champlain. Looking across the lake you can see the rolling foothills of the Adirondacks. There are daily commutes to Port Kent during the warmer months, and the fare is less than $6 for an adult.
- Eat Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream– Who can visit Vermont without stopping to get a Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream?? Not me apparently… After walking for a while, I found myself at the corner Cherry Garcia and Church Street in front of the Ben & Jerry's outlet. Immediately after convincing myself that I didn't need it, I walked in and bought a nice waffle cone filled with a delicious mix, which I enjoyed in one of the chairs outside. In case you were wondering, the actual Ben & Jerry's Headquarters is only about 45 minutes up the road in Waterbury, Vermont.
How to get to Burlington Vermont?
You can arrive to Burlington from several directions. Burlington is a stopover from Montreal for Greyhound en route to Boston. Megabus also has trips from Burlington to Boston daily. If taking a bus isn't your thing than you can hope on a plane to fly into Burlington airport. During warm months, there is a ferry from upstate New York, which transfers cars.
Some Concluding Thoughts on Burlington
Truthfully, as far as small towns go, Burlington has an interesting outlook. It is a small town, but it seems to be a content city. By some accounts, Burlington Vermont is one of the happiest cities in the country. It may not be worth crossing international borders to see (unless of course that border is Canada, in which case it is), but it is definitely worth the visit if you ever find yourself in the area. If you do, you are now equipped with several things to do when you get there. Thus, you have 8 things to do in Burlington Vermont.
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The Sampler Pack & Syrup
This box makes a great customer or corporate gift, a gesture of friendship, or simply a "thinking of you" gift.
Four - ½-pound bags of our popular flavors and a 12 oz Organic Syrup in this great set. Each bag makes approximately 8 or 9, 5-inch, pancakes.
Includes the following varieties:
- Chocolate Chip
- Brown Sugar & Oatmeal
- Angel Cakes
- Buttermilk
- 12 oz Maple Valley Organic Syrup
Attractively packaged in a box suitable for mailing. Here is your opportunity to try several of our gourmet mixes before deciding on your favorite. Put variety into your breakfast. Makes a great gift!