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Is Surface Pro half-dead already? Zynga and Facebook taking a break, bendable phones coming, and more.
Although the show is no longer in production, you can enjoy previous episodes from the TWiT Archives.
Hosts: Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Iyaz Akhtar and Jason Howell Is Surface Pro half-dead already? Zynga and Facebook taking a break, bendable phones coming, and more. Guest: Darren Kitchen Download or subscribe to this show at twit.tv/tnt. Submit and vote on story coverage at technewstoday.reddit.com. Check out the full show notes for today's episode. We invite you to read, add to, and amend the wiki entry for this episode at wiki.twit.tv. Thanks to Cachefly for the bandwidth for this show. Running time: 48:32
- Microsoft Surface Pro to get half the battery life of Surface RT
- Zynga Loosens Its Deal With Facebook: No Longer Tied To Facebook Ad Units, Credits, Or Exclusivity
- Bend me, shape me: Flexible phones 'out by 2013'
- Staples Announces In-Store 3-D Printing Service
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Dr. Panapasa is a currently faculty research scientist in the Program for Research on Black Americans at the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research. Her academic work includes research on family support and intergenerational exchanges, population dynamics, racial/ethnic disparities and population-based survey research on Pacific Peoples. She is the principal investigator for numerous projects, including a recent study of Pacific Islander health and the assessment of federal data on Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders. Dr. Panapasa formerly chaired the Census Advisory Committee on Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders and currently serves on the U.S. Census Bureau National Advisory Committee on Racial, Ethnic and Other Populations. She continues to publish on Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander health, including a recent article in the American Journal of Public Health on Native Hawaiian mortality patterns. She has received several awards, including the 2011 Health Disparities Research Leadership Award from the New York University School of Medicine's Center for the Study of Asian American Health and Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum. She is a Pacific Islander of Rotuman, Tongan and Tuvalu descent and originally from Fiji. She received her doctorate in sociology and demography from Brown University and completed a two-year National Institute on Aging postdoctoral fellowship at the Institute for Social Research Population Studies Center.

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Victim in Shawnee neighborhood shooting was a Waggener High School football player
July 17, 2017
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- The man killed in a Shawnee neighborhood shooting has been identified as a Waggener High School football player.
The coroner says 19-year-old Tyson Gibbs has died of multiple gunshot wounds on Saturday. The shooting happened just before 8 p.m. near the Academy @ Shawnee on 38th Street.
Jefferson County Public Schools confirms he was a senior at Waggener High School and played on the football team. Waggener High mental health counselor Tangi Jones said Gibbs lost a sister to gun violence and had, himself, been previously shot. She said he dreamed of playing college football.
Waggener head coach Jordan Johnson posted on Twitter on Saturday, after learning of Gibbs' death. He said, "By far the worst part of coaching. I received the call I never want to receive, one of my son's from my team was murdered in west end. #hurt"
Johnson met Sunday with past and present players to talk about the loss.
Had a very special afternoon with some of our young men. We also had a surprise visit from Tyson's uncle joined us. It meant a lot to us! pic.twitter.com/eMcYsXVFq3
— Waggener Football HC (@Waggener_FB) July 16, 2017
Louisville Metro Police credit the new ShotSpotter system to responding to the shooting scene on Saturday. They found Gibbs body in a parking lot behind an apartment building.
No arrests have been made. If you have any information in this case, you're asked to call the anonymous tip line at 574-LMPD. You may also send a text to LMPD at 274637, which spells out "crimes."WDRB: Louisville, KY


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Steve Jobs is known all around this planet, a man we have to thank for the technology we have today. Mr. Revolution had brought the world so much before he went 6 feet under the ground, and from people like him, we learn.
1. Do what your heart says
Nothing beats working with passion. People who craft their passion and talent are the people who are more likely to succeed, working as a Risk Manager for example while what you love and want to be is a well-known musician is probably the saddest thing in this world. You are most probably to reach ingenuity in art better than that risk management thingy you do.
2. Leave a mark behind you
Do you want to be remembered? To do something and change this world to the better? Then don't live average.
3. Have a social network
Luck may work with you, but it's not always the key. Opportunities don't come out of the blue, Jobs traveled all the way and connected ideas from different fields. He studied design and traveled to India, don't trap yourself in between 4 walls. Go out there and make your opportunities happen, and grab them by the throat.
4. Inspire people with your ideas
People don't want a boring presentation about a good idea, present your idea, sell your dream and vision, and let it touch people on the inside. Inspire them, educate and entertain them. Jobs had his own way with presenting apple, his presentations were simple and motivating. Look up Steve Job's speeches and you'll get a larger idea of what is written.
5. The clock is ticking, you're missing out on time.
Time is there for a while before you exit this planet, don't waste your time and work on your craft and what you love. "Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life".
6. Be hungry for constant success
You did great the other day, don't settle for that. Be hungry, live in the present with an eye and another on the future.
Embrace your uniqueness, love yourself and what you do. Don't listen to other people and what they think is better for you, do you and take risks.


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Graduate Poster Symposium and student highlights
Final year DPhil students celebrated their achievements at the annual departmental Graduate Poster Symposium on Wednesday 20 May.
Twenty-eight posters were on show at the event, which attracted many departmental members.
Head of Department Mark Sansom reminded students that they are the lifeblood of research in the department. He encouraged attendees to read about the high quality and diverse range of projects being undertaken in the department.
Matteo Aldeghi (Biggin lab), Alexander Davidson (Davis lab) and Clinton Lau (Higgins lab) won the judges' choice prizes and Naomi Petela (Nasmyth lab) was the people's choice prize-winner.
The symposium was organised by the graduate advisors. Sponsors Roche and Life Technologies provided lunch and the poster prizes were donated by Raymond Dwek in the department.
To read about the achievements of departmental graduate students in 2013-2014, including where some of these students have gone on to, see our new 'Graduate Student Highlights'.


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I've been to a lot of places both in the course of my previous life as a wandering professional, as well as more recently as a photographer and occasionally as a tourist. I've visited most as a business traveller first, but with a constantly vigilant eye for photographic opportunities. On the whole, some places are more photo-friendly than others; however, every city has its interesting places. What follows is a very brief photography travel guide to some of the more interesting places I've been to. It's organized by city, in alphabetical order. MT
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Former Governor Don Siegelman Sentenced To 78 Months
Former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman has been resentenced to 78 months in prison for his corruption conviction.
U.S. District Judge Mark Fuller issued the ruling shortly after 2:30 p.m. The hearing started Friday at 9 a.m. Defense attorneys called several character witnesses to the stand, who asked for leniency for Siegelman. Siegelman also took the stand and begged the judge for mercy.
Fuller went closer to the maximum sentence, though, which would have been 88 months, based on a formula for the various counts and charges in the 2006 trial.
Siegelman will get credit for the nine months he had previously served.
In addition to Siegelman's prison time, the judge also issued the following punishments:
- A $50,000 fine
- Three years supervised probation, once Siegelman is released
- 500 hours of community service
Siegelman showed no emotion as the sentence was read. The defense immediately objected, saying the sentence was "cruel and unusual punishment."
Judge Fuller said Siegelman could file an appeal within 14 days.
Defense attorney Susan James asked that Siegelman be allowed to serve his time closer to home, so it is not a hardship for his family to visit him. His previous incarceration was in Oklahoma City.
James also asked that Siegelman be allowed to self-surrender. Prosecutors didn't like that, but the judge agreed to it, saying Siegelman must turn himself in on or before September 11, 2012.
Siegelman is restricted to the middle and northern districts of Alabama.
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Andrew Neil: Some Scottish papers in terminal decline
Journalist and broadcaster Andrew Neil has warned some of Scotland's leading newspapers are in terminal decline.
In a BBC interview, Mr Neil said papers such as The Herald and The Scotsman may not exist in their traditional form within 10 years.
Mr Neil was the publisher of The Scotsman in the late 1990s and early years of the new millennium.
Newspaper sales have been falling across the developed world, although many papers have well-read websites.
Mr Neil said he feared the paper he once worked on and its Glasgow rival were now in "terminal decline" and added: "I can't see a way that can be reversed."
His concern was that if sales and advertising continued to fall, it would be even harder for the titles to invest in journalism which competed against the UK national titles.
He predicted some titles would no longer be printed and that others could decline and lose standing.
He added: "When we took over the Scotsman group in the mid-1990s, Scottish newspapers were still very important.
"The Scotsman and The Herald had healthy circulations. They were not in deep decline.
"It was a struggle every week to keep the circulation up and to invest in the papers... but they were not in the knacker's yard."
Responding to Mr Neil's comments on Newsnight Scotland, Jim Chisholm of the Scottish Newspaper Society said: "You can't deny the figures.
"But newspapers are evolving in their own right, circulation is only a small part of the definition of the business. Audiences are more stable in terms of readership."
According to new figures published on Friday, sales of some titles improved on July.
However many were still down on August last year, which is considered a more significant measure.
Over the 12 months, the Daily Record fell from 307,000 to 276,000 - of which 248,000 were in Scotland.
The Scotsman fell from 42,000 to 36,000, while Scotland on Sunday declined from 55,000 to 43,000.
Monthly sales figures are no longer published for The Herald and Sunday Herald.
But the longer term trend has led some to believe the print industry is on borrowed time even if the famous brands and written journalism itself can adapt.
As recently as 2000, The Herald and The Scotsman both sold more than 90,000 copies a day while the Daily Record sold more than 600,000.
Since then sales and advertising have fallen across the industry.
Scottish newspapers have also faced an additional challenge as some UK-wide titles, especially the Daily Mail, made significant inroads into the Scottish market for the first time.
In 2006 sales of the Daily Record fell behind the Scottish edition of The Sun for the first time.
Declining sales
Newspaper executives often stress that declining sales should not be confused with declining readership or influence.
Analysis suggests some people may not buy a newspaper but will still read a friend's copy at work or in the pub while many newspaper websites are popular - and some titles are now available as downloads to iPads and iPhones.
These figures offer a much more encouraging picture of the industry's influence, if not necessarily its continuing commercial viability.
The concern of some is the potential to actually make significant amounts of money from the internet.
For instance, it is hard to charge for access to routine news stories if a rival is providing access to them for free.
And while readers may be happy to move online, the question is whether the money lost from traditional print sales and advertising can be balanced out by new revenue - at least to the extent that the same range and depth of written journalism survives, merely in a different electronic format.


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Users are commonly encountered with situations where their message is stuck in Outlook's Outbox. This happens generally because the email was probably too huge for MS Outlook to send. When the user tries deleting that message they fail and Microsoft Outlook returns an error pop-up box that reads: "Cannot open this item. Outlook has already begun transmitting this message".
Therefore, there are some methods to resolve this issue and get the mail out of the Outbox.
Method 1: Use Windows Search
If you are working on Window 7 Operating System, you will be able to use the Start Search field to seek out and delete the message(s) stuck within the Microsoft Outlook Outbox folder. First, you have to close Microsoft Outlook to delete the message.
Steps to Delete Stuck Message from Outlook Outbox:
- Close "Microsoft Outlook" >> type outbox or store:mapi outbox in the Start search field.
- Wait till the search completes, find the email and delete it.
Note: This solution does not work on Win 8/10 OS.
Method 2: Work Offline
You can also delete the stuck message(s) from Outbox folder if you set Microsoft Outlook to Offline mode. Wait for about two or five minutes for the mail spooler process to stop. Alternatively, you can also close MS Outlook & restart it. Now, check the Outbox folder and delete the message.
In Microsoft Outlook 2007 and Earlier
- Click on "File" >> go to "Work
Offline" option
In Microsoft Outlook 2010
- Open Microsoft Outlook >> Click on "Send/Receive" tab >> hit on "Work Offline" >> close "Outlook".
The above screenshot shows Work Offline option as 'enabled', but when Microsoft Outlook is in
Offline mode, the button appears in a yellowish-orange color.
If your Microsoft Outlook version does not include Work Offline option, then do the following:
- Disconnect it from the network or disable the network card within the control board Network.
- Wait for a few seconds. You may have to wait longer if the message stuck is huge. Once it appears; select and delete it.
Method 3:
- Open Task Manager by pressing the combination of CTRL+SHIFT+ESC button >> under Processes tab, verify that outlook.exe process is no longer listed.
- Restart Microsoft Outlook.
- Double click on the message in Outbox to open it.
- Delete it, move it to the Drafts folder, or remove its attachments and send it again.
- Put Microsoft Outlook back in online mode by going to the File tab >> Send/Receive tab >> click on Work Offline.
- Press the Send/Receive button.


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Conjugated linoleic acid, or CLA, is a naturally occurring fat found in high quantities in certain foods. It has become a popular dietary supplement for its reported benefits as a weight-loss aid. CLA has also been researched for its role in cancer prevention.
CLA is created in the intestines of grazing animals, particularly cows. Bacteria that exist in these animals interact with omega-6 fatty acids, making modifications to them. CLA is, therefore, a modified form of the omega-6 fatty acid. It occurs in especially high quantities in beef and milk. Many supplement manufacturers sell CLA, claiming it reduces body fat and promotes muscle growth. While there are no regulatory agencies that test supplements to verify such claims, there is limited research backing CLA's use in weight loss.
Weight Loss Research
Multiple studies have been conducted on the efficacy of CLA as a tool in weight reduction. A 2007 meta-analysis published in the "American Journal of Clinical Nutrition" reviewed 18 CLA studies, concluding that CLA, when taken at a dose of 3.2 grams per day, can bring about a small decrease in body fat. A 2012 study published in "Nutrition" found that 12 weeks of CLA supplementation in overweight Chinese subjects resulted in lowered weight with no adverse effects. Not all studies have found CLA to be effective. A 2003 study published in the "Journal of Lipid Research" concluded that CLA supplementation has no effect on weight loss in humans.
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A 1994 paper published in "Cancer" notes that CLA is a powerful anti-carcinogen, with effectiveness in treating tumors. The paper also states that CLA is unique because its cancer-fighting properties are present at levels of normal dietary consumption. A 2005 paper published in "Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition" notes that CLA's anti-tumor properties are of special interest and that CLA suppresses cancer development at relatively low dietary levels. A 2006 study published in the "British Journal of Nutrition" found that CLA may work best when combined with other fatty acids present in beef.
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NYU Langone Medical Center notes that normal CLA doses range from 3 to 5 grams per day. The center also recommends purchasing a reputable brand to avoid contaminants. Although CLA supplementation generally appears to be safe, the 2003 study in "Journal of Lipid Research" noted that CLA supplements "may actually have adverse effects on human health." CLA that comes from food, however, doesn't cause this concern


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The bumper fillers show to be available from www.replica-plastics.com Theirs are fiberglass; originals are urethane.
The lower door panels can be painted rather than dyed if recoloring is all that is needed. Parts are made of polypropylene and require a special primer. Instructions are in the Fisher Body Manual. Typical damage appears where the outer textured layer comes off and leaves a chalky surface behind. Replacement would be required in that case.
By the mid-'80s GM was selling these panels only in black. These had to be painted to match. GM part nos are: right - 9852288, left - 9852289. These numbers were used on a majority of Buick/Olds/Pontiac full-size 2-doors from '71-76. So finding used panels in good condition is a possibility. There's one on eBay now (Item 173380135719).
Reproduction parts for the lower panels do not seem to be out there. Looks like not too much activity yet on GM full-size interiors from the '70s. Found some vendors offering door panels for '71-72 Rivieras with base trim, but not clear if lower panels were included.


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What The China Video Site Merger Means for Marketers
In May, Unilever ran a video campaign for its ice cream which was seen on both Tudou and Youku websites - now owned by the same parent company.
In May, Unilever ran a video campaign for its ice cream which was seen on both Tudou and Youku websites - now owned by the same parent company.
Youku and Tudou, China's popular video platforms, have kicked off a campaign called "True Dou" to differentiate the brands following the merger of their parent companies in August.
While the campaign suggests that Youku and Tudou aim to keep their websites and brand identities separate to target different audiences, the online video platforms have joined forces to offer scalable reach for brands.
When combined, both Youku and Tudou reach out to more than 310 million unique viewers per week, with daily user overlap at 14 percent daily, and 18 percent weekly, based on iResearch stats.
In May, Unilever embarked on a web campaign for its ice cream to produce four episodes of video clips based around the theme of love, titled "Dive In," which broadcast on both Tudou and Youku websites.
The campaign received 98 million views on Youku and 96 million views on Tudou.
According to a senior Tudou exec, it was successful because Unilever had saved costs from paying double to broadcast on both platforms.
For advertisers, conventional video ad buys for Youku and Tudou will be integrated to "eliminate unnecessary duplicate reach for maximum efficiency and effectiveness." However, the content marketing teams for both companies will continue to function independently.
Japanese automobile brand Hyundai is the second brand advertiser after Unilever to broadcast its web movie serials on both video platforms. Since its initial rollout, Hyundai has received close to 5 million views on Youku alone.
As part of the 100-day "True Dou" campaign, Tudou unveiled a revamped site design that includes new social features such as "Doupao," an embedded Flash player that displays real-time comments from viewers when the video is being played. The comments could also be integrated into the user's microblog.
"Tudou's new design and identity position it to appeal to younger, more independent audiences than the more general audience served by Youku," Victor Koo, CEO and Youku Tudou chairman said in a press statement.
While it is not a new feature, companies are able to launch official brand channels on Youku. A number of top luxury brands have come on board as well as broadcast their events live on the Youku branded channels.
For instance, Gucci, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co. are among some of the luxury brands with their own channels on Youku.
This article first appeared on ClickZ Asia.


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MMA Crossfire - Danny "Swift" Garcia vs Zab "Super" Judah predictions
Zab "Super" Judah and champion Danny "Swift" Garcia have provided plenty of trash talk for their unified (WBC, WBA) super lightweight (140 lbs) title fight Saturday night at the Barclay Center in Brooklyn, New York.
The bout was originally scheduled for February 9th, but Garcia suffered a rib injury in training.
Judah unloaded the heavy vocal artillery, stating that not only will he knock out the undefeated Garcia, he will "watch Angel come in there and pick him up."
Angel Garcia is a former boxer and happens to be Danny's outspoken father, mentor and trainer. And cancer survivor.
"It's called killing two birds with one stone".
Judah even crashed Garcia's press event. Note the clip contains profane language.
But even though Judah is a former light welterweight and welterweight champ, he is 10 years Garcia's senior, with Father Time on his tail.
Can he back his talk up?
Welcome back to The Crossfire.
MMA Crossfire Expert Noel Clubb checks in with his thoughts:
Certified professional boxing instructor Noel Clubb divides his time between MMA World Academy/Clubb Canada (Amateur & Professional Boxing) located in Scarborough, Ontario, where he is currently building a competitive boxing team, instructing technical boxing classes and providing personal training. Noel also instructs at Pound 4 Pound MMA, at both locations in Markham and Pickering, Ontario.
(42-7, 29 KOs)
Height: 5'7″ 1/2
Reach: 67"
Age: 35
Stance: Southpaw
Nationality: American, New York, New York
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Height: 5'9″
Reach: 68″
Age: 25
Stance: Orthodox
Nationality: American, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Clubb: Garcia is an excellent and exciting up-and-coming fighter who had a breakout year in 2012 when he defeated Erik Morales twice and stopped the exciting Britan's Amir Khan in the summer of 2012 in Las Vegas. He is very close with is father and trainer Angel, who beat back stage-4 cancer.
Both fighters possess speed, skill and knockout power. Judah is going into the fight with more experience against quality opponents. Judah will be fighting in his own hometown, leaving Garcia no room for error. Garcia will need to hold his ground and land crosses behind his jabs to get Judah to respect him and to keep at bay. This will not be easy.
I expect Judah to come out aggressive and fast to keep Garcia off balance. He should use his jab to set-up his hooks, crosses and body hooks. Judah is a relentless fighter, and fighting in his own hometown should inspire him. Garcia will need to work the angles by applying sidesteps against Judah's attacks, and countering to create more angles.
This should be a great matchup, with several knockdowns possibly going back and forth. I am calling for the hometown hero Zab Judah to win this bout by unanimous decision.
Clubb Prediction: Zab "Super" Judah via unanimous decision.http://polldaddy.com/oembed/?url=http%3A//polldaddy.com/poll/7061055/&format=xml
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Today in Hawks around Town – Where Lincoln's Legacy Lives
"Maybe too far away to tell, but in person I was certain that's a hawk! 10th and E NW – about 1pm yesterday."
If you spot a hawk or any other bird of prey around town, lunching or otherwise, please send a photo and an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I'll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
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What These 40 Text/Chat Lingo Really Mean. You'll Surely Change the Way You Understand Them.
Since all of us use mobile phones, we either send text messages or if you have a smart phone, you use different communication platforms for chatting. It would take time if we type the words in their complete spellings. So, we merely make use of abbreviations and acronyms. If you are fond of texting and chatting, I'm sure you are familiar with all these. But aside from how you understand them, there is a hidden message in it.
1. Okay– It's not really okay. I just say it so you'll feel good about it.
2. Okiez– I don't have a choice but agree with you.
3. K– I pissed off.
4. LOL– It's funny. NOT. Your corny man! Not LOLing at all.
5. LOLZ– You're getting cornier and I want to remove those kernels from you so you'll shut up.
6. LMAO– Laughing My Ass Off. Actually have no expression at all or is farting yourself off with laughter.
7. ROTFLMAO– Rolling on the Floor Laughing My Ass Off. I'm rolling on the floor and could not get up.
8. BRB– Won't be back. You're boring. Stop texting. You're wasting my time.
9. GTG– Got to go forever. Told you you're boring. I really don't wanna text you anymore.
10. B4N– Bye for now. Actually, bye forever. I hope you'll lose your simcard or your phone so you can't text me anymore.
11. C U 2moro– Seeing you leads 2 sorrow. Ugh. Not seeing you.
12. C U 2nite– Seeing you ruins my night, and my entire day. Not coming.
13. BCNU– Be Seeing You. Not interested to see you. Not coming.
14. CYA-See yah. Cover Your Ass. Go.
15. L8R– Never.
16. ILY– I am lazy to say i love you. In short, I don't love you completely.
17. NP– No Problem. I don't really give a damn.
18. OIC– Oh, I See. So, what now?
19. OMG– Oh My Gosh. You know what I mean when I say it. No need to explain. K? But oftentimes, it is just a filler.
20. OT– Off Topic. Let's change the subject.
21. POV– Point of View. Let me know what you think but it actually doesn't matter.Pft.
22. BTW– By the way. The previous topic was boring. I'd insert something else to the convo.
23. RBTL– Read Between the Lines. Your stupid.
24. RTM– Read the manual. Your dumb.
25. Thanx– I thank you not.
26. Tnx– Thank you but it doesn't come from the heart, just from the fingers that typed it.
27. Thx– Thank you but I am not that grateful to complete the spelling.
28. Tx-Thanks. I know you expect that from me. So, here you go. Tx.
29. TYVM– Thank you very much. Not really coz if I was, I should have typed it completely.
30. TLC– Tender Loving Care. Truly Less Care. Just saying so you'll be happy.
31. TCCIC-Take care coz I care. Coz I don't know what to say. Just a filler.
32. TTYL– Talk to you Later. Shut up. Don't say a word..ever! If you do, I'll Talk To You Louder.
33. WTF– This time I mean it.
34. XOXO– Hugs and Kisses. So we could stop this nonsense conversation. K?
35. …– Three dots mean I still have something to say.
36. ….– Four dots mean, it was merely a typo.
37. …..– Five dots mean, I won't say what i want to say because it will drive you nuts.
38. ……– Six dots and more mean, I don't wanna say anything to you.
39. SWAK-Sealed with a Kiss. No, it's just saliva. Not a kiss at all. A kiss can't seal. A saliva can.
40. WYWH-Wish You Were Here. I'm getting emotional. T.T Or I'm faking it so you'll come and bring me what I had been asking from you.
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Whispering TidesSeptember 27th, 2012
An intimately lost Italian narrative persona in search of a new life. An ancient American city of the Old South, softly "female" and welcoming to all, especially to "Her" beloved ghosts. A New Zealander florist who loves shoes and adores others. The cult of Friendship and the religion of Remembrance. A cat fisherman who barely speaks and "His" other deeply wise animal friends. A bronze statue that listens. A rich eccentric become a taxi driver for boredom and psychologist by vocation. A mayor without a City Hall, but beloved and listened. An old African-American who wonders about the great mysteries of life. Together, with other colorful characters, all intersect on a scenario of poignant and subtropical beauty creating a choral story without boundaries. A touching and funny "adult tale" who will make you cry and smile at the same time (Finalist at 2012 Global eBook Awards edition – Popular Literature Fiction category).


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Sunday, 19 January 2014
24 comments:
- Mary said...
I really like the strong images in your poem. Hope you get your computer issues solved...I don't know what I would do without mine.
- 19 January 2014 at 01:12
- Martin said...
Deeply rooted in earth of perception, unfolding poetic frostwork flowers (we say "Eisblumen").
- 19 January 2014 at 01:40
- Brian Miller said...
you know it is that foundation that matters most...roots dug deep...that will allow him to see that next season...
hope those PC issues clear up for you soon anna
- 19 January 2014 at 02:49
- Sherry Blue Sky said...
Wonderful, Anna. I know how pesky these tech problems are - hope they resolve for you soon.
- 19 January 2014 at 03:18
- Grace said...
I love that ending verse ~ The trees here are remarkable even in the harsh winter ~ We all wait for spring ~
Hubby bought a new router & got new laptops when our computer connections were slowly dying ~ Hope this will be solved soon ~
- 19 January 2014 at 03:50
- Björn said...
I love the trees in winter.. the knowledge that sometimes death is not final... really a lovely entry...
Hope your PC problems gets solved... seem to be a theme tonight... myself I'm kind of a geek so I have several spread around the house... and in worse case I use my phone..
- 19 January 2014 at 06:03
- kelvin s.m. said...
...and hope he'll stand strong until the next season come soon... on the other note, like Bjorn, phone is way better a companion in times when pc glitches occur... smiles...
- 19 January 2014 at 06:17
- Claudia said...
wearing the coat of winter and roots dug deep in the ground and the waiting for the budding call... really a wonderful painted image...the magnolia in my garden already thinks she heard that budding call...way too early...ugh... i need to tell her it is not yet time...
- 19 January 2014 at 08:26
Deeply rooted in mystery! Lovely poem.
- 19 January 2014 at 10:19
- kaykuala said...
Deeply rooted in its elements. It must understand it is not time yet! Nicely Anna! Hopefully things will turn normal
- 19 January 2014 at 13:23
- Ronald Shields said...
anna, I really love that ending verse...my sympathy for your pc problems...please don't fret over reading my poem.
- 19 January 2014 at 13:37
- hannah said...
"neath", is beneath or underneath?
Never come across that word before. Poetic?
wears its coat on bark and boughs and branches, white wrought and crystalline.
My favourite line.
- 19 January 2014 at 15:23
I love the way this poem read. You have such great images written in there. Deep roots is what keeps trees and us standing strong.
Hope your PC problems are resolved soon.
- 19 January 2014 at 17:22
- Gabriella said...
I find that the trees stand out more in winter and thus we are more aware of them.
Wishing you all the best with your PC issues.
- 19 January 2014 at 17:24
- Jenny Woolf said...
Sorry about the PC problems. But a super poem. One has to be steadfast to endure winter.
- 19 January 2014 at 19:21
- ds said...
Beautiful. Thank you.
- 19 January 2014 at 21:38
- ^.^ said...
Love every entry of yours ... Always, cat
- 19 January 2014 at 21:56
- One A Day Tech said...
Deep poem! Following!
- 20 January 2014 at 02:38
- MorningAJ said...
I love the repetition here. I have a thing about repeating words. I hate it in prose - because they 'chime' in your head and get in the way. But in poetry they can be used to great effect. As you have.
- 20 January 2014 at 08:18
well observed, Anna ~
- 20 January 2014 at 18:58
- Victoria said...
Anna, this is ever so beautiful on all levels.The photo itself sets it up so well.
- 20 January 2014 at 20:52
- Bodhirose said...
Don't worry, Anna...we all run into these computer problems sooner or later.
So beautiful...your words and that lacy, icy photo. Trees are so good at waiting through the winter until warmth arrives again...
- 20 January 2014 at 21:03
- Stafford Ray said...
Not often I read a poem twice, not for meaning, but just to enjoy the words. X
- 22 January 2014 at 00:41
"Until the spring begs he bud again"- Wonderful.
I loved the imagery. The roots strengthening the tree to bear the atrocity of winters. Great. Well-penned.
- 22 January 2014 at 20:22


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The Alexandria Museum of Art (AMoA) entices visitors of diverse tastes with rotating exhibitions of art from our permanent collection, traveling exhibits from around the world, and exceptional contemporary artists. Educational programs are implemented to complement exhibitions. AMoA also serves as a downtown campus for LSUA classes, and is host to multidisciplinary community events, including concerts and recitals,Lectures, yoga classes, Second Saturday Markets, and Museum "Afterhours" programming which support all art forms - film, literature and poetry,songwriting and visual arts.
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Steve Shupick
Submitted by Edgar on Wed, 07/02/2014 - 7:21pm
February 5, 1925 – June 28, 2014.
Mass of Christian Burial for Steve Shupick, 89, was Wednesday, July 2, 2014 at All Saints Catholic Church in Eagle Butte. Burial was in the Eagle Butte Cemetery under the direction of Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge. Steve passed away June 28, 2014 at Prince of Peace Retirement Community in Sioux Falls. He was a lifelong resident of Eagle Butte with the exception of the past six years when he lived in Sioux Falls. Steve was born in Eagle Butte on February 5, 1925 to Louis and Hedwica Shupick. He led a full life with his many activities and farm and ranch life. He loved his bride Jeanne for 66 years. He was especially proud of his ten children and all of his grandchildren. Steve was a member of All Saints Parish his entire life. He was a proud Parish Board member when the new church was built. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus, Council Number 6537 since 1944. He achieved the status of Grand Knight and served in that role for five years. He served two years as the State District Deputy and has remained a life long honorary member. He was an Eagle Butte 20-1 School District Board member for 17 years and was instrumental in getting the new school built. He served as Eagle Butte Co-op Board member for 15 years, and Dewey County Extension Board member for 10 years. He served three years on the FHA board, 15 years with the Green Grass Telephone Company board and over 30 years on the Dewey County election board. Steve never saw a sport he didn't like and was the time keeper for school sporting events for over 35 years. It was amazing how he could watch a basketball game and keep an eye on the door in case one of his kids left the game for outside activities. He is survived by his wife Jeanne and children— Sharon (John) Lawson, Stephen Shupick, Jr., Richard (Katherine) Shupick, Thomas (Wanda Brown) Shupick, Cheryl (Jim) Ferguson, Francis (Judy) Shupick, Charles (Wendy) Shupick, Mark (Darla) Shupick, Marie (Scott) Marks, and Michael (Shana) Shupick; grandchildren Jenny Lawson Farrugia, Jason Lawson, Tom Lawson, Richard Shupick, Christopher Shupick, Jeremy Shupick, Vanessa Shupick Gregson, Denise Shupick Amundson, Sean Huset, Chelsey Shupick Aisenbrey, Megan Shupick Hooker, Heather Shupick, Matthew Shupick, Macy Shupick, Alec Knight, Nikki Knight, Markus Knight, Marissa Moran, Jaycee Marks, Trevor Marks, Tregg Marks, Brandon Shupick, Taylor Shupick and Jordyn Shupick; and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Hedwica Shupick, his sister Mary and granddaughter, Stephanie Jean. Pall bearers were Bud Neigel, Dick Zacher, Francis Zacher, Bob Berndt, Gerald Stapert and Joe Bowman. Honorary pallbearers were all his friends near and far, as he never met a stranger.
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I know that you already know the meaning of MAMP (Macintosh, Apache, MySQL and PHP) that's why you here to know on how to install your installer pack of mamp. First thing you do is to download the software at www.mamp.info/en/download.html and afterward, check your installer pack if is not corrupted (just checking hehehe ).
Ok! Drag the MAMP folder (not the MAMP Pro folder) into your Applications folder and that's it, you already installed the mamp Web server into your mac osx. That's so easy my friend..
After that, In applications folder, start the Mamp program and then click the start Server button to determined if the red light appears to the left of either apache or mySQL and don't mind to the PHP because it will start automatically when the apache appear in a green light, MAMP start well.
And In the MAMP program, try to click the preferences button and then click the ports tab and see if the port defualt is port:80 because this is the virtual entryways for web server. So Click the "Set to default Apache and MySQL port button and then click OK. By the way if you want to change the port setting? you must have a administrator privileges to make these happen.
And Finally, If your setting is successful, your home page for your MAMP installation appears and everything is set up correctly. And From this page you can access the phpMyAdmin, where you can create for you MySQL database. And that's all folks I hope you fully follow my instruction.


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Vatican City, 15 October 2013 (VIS) - Today, the Holy Father:
- elevated Fr. Fernando Vergez Alzaga, L.C., secretary general of the Governorate of Vatican City State, to the dignity of bishop. The bishop-elect was born in Salamanca, Spain in 1945 and was ordained a priest in 1969. He holds a licentiate in philosophy and theology from the Gregorian Pontifical University and the diploma of the School of Archivistry of the Vatican Secret Archives. He has served in the Congregation for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and the Societies of Apostolic Life and the Congregation for the Laity, and in 2004 he was nominated bureau chief of the Holy See Internet Office. In 2008 he was nominated director of the Department of Telecommunications of Vatican City State.
- appointed Archbishop Giovanni Ricchiuti as bishop of Altamura-Gravina-Acquaviva delle Fonti (area 1,309, population 170,500, Catholics 168,500, priests 91, permanent deacons 11, religious 184), Italy. Bishop Ricchiuti, previously archbishop of Acerenza, was born in Bisceglie, Italy in 1948, was ordained to the priesthood in 1972, and received episcopal ordination in 2005. He succeeds Bishop Mario Paciello, whose resignation from the pastoral care of the same diocese upon having reached the age limit was accepted by the Holy Father.
- appointed Rev. Mark Hagemoen, of the clergy of Vancouver, as bishop of MacKenzie-Fort Smith (area 1,523,400, population 49,150, Catholics 27,050, priests 8, permanent deacons 1, religious 11), Canada. The bishop-elect was born in Vancouver, Canada in 1961 and was ordained a priest in 1990. He obtained the title "Doctor in Ministry" from Trinity Western University, Vancouver and has served in a number of pastoral roles, including parish vicar of St. Stephen, Vancouver; parish vicar of "St. Mary", Chilliwack; director of youth pastoral for the archdiocese; parish priest of "St. Nicholas", at Langley; vicar general of the archdiocese; episcopal vicar for diocesan pastoral services; parish priest of "St. John the Apostle", Vancouver, and director of the Catholic Colleges of "Corpus Christi" and "St. Mark's", in Vancouver. He is a member of the council of the Center for Ministry Development, of the College of Consultors and of the council of the Catholic Little Flower Academy High School for Girls, in Vancouver.
- appointed Bishop Sebastien Muyengo Mulombe as bishop of Uvira (area 36,000, population 1,370,000, Catholics 483,321, priests 60, religious 51), Democratic Republic of Congo. Bishop Muyengo Mulombe was previously auxiliary of Kinshasa.


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Tom Parker Bowles's Naples: My Kind Of Town
Why Naples?
This southern Italian city is often seen as fly-ridden, dirty, frantic, noisy and swelteringly hot, but for me it's the greatest of all Italian cities because the people love eating, drinking and romance. Naples is chaotic, noisy and bonkers but some of the best food in the world comes from there.
Anything special I should pack?
Go with an open mind and no fixed ideas and you'll get the most out of it.
What do you miss most when you're away?
The noise, the smell and the food. Italians are always very expressive, but with the Neapolitans it's on a whole different level. Even the most normal greeting is like a piece of theatre. The whole place thrums and hums with this sort of passion. It's constantly fascinating just watching the people. They're a good-looking and wonderful lot, the Neapolitans, and the place is slightly like Beirut in that there's a palpable ethos of carpe diem; of living in the moment and wallowing in life's pleasures because who knows what's going to happen tomorrow.
What's the first thing you do?
I get a taxi straight from the airport to Da Michele (0039 081 553 9204; damichele.net). Naples has lots of good pizza places but I love Da Michele because you only get two types of pizzas – margherita with cheese or marinara without – in three sizes. You get there, you take a ticket, then you wait for your number to be called , The tomato sauce is fresh and sharp, the mozzarella is perfect and the crust is one of those puffed-up rims with black blisters on it. It's chewy and dense and it's only about a fiver. Cheap as chips and sensational.
The busy streets of Naples
Where's the best place to stay?
For me it's a toss-up between the Grand Hotel Vesuvio (764 0044; vesuvio.it/en ) and the MH Design Hotel (1957 1576; mhhotel.it ). The former was built in 1882 and sits right on the seafront looking out over the Bay of Naples. It's a little bit faded, but it's within walking distance of decent restaurants. If you want modern, the MH Design Hotel by the port gives you that in spades. There are 42 different buttons to operate the shower, which calculates your weight and fires water at you from various angles.
Where would you meet friends for a drink?
The coffee in Naples is exceptional and nowhere more so than at the Café del Professore (403041; ilverobardelprofessore.com/en ). The city takes its coffee incredibly seriously and has the strongest espressos and ristrettos.
And your favourite spots for lunch?
The Ristorante da Dora (680519), just off the Riviera di Chiaia. It's a tiny place with lots of photos of the famous Italians who have been there and they serve incredible spaghetti con vongole, or you can have clams cooked over a charcoal grill. It is one of the great restaurants of the world.
Naples Mediterranean coast
And for dinner?
Cantina del Gallo (5441521; cantinadelgallo.com ) in old Naples is fantastic. It's fresh and vibrant and you have everything from lamb's intestine and tripe to your classic pizza polpette. Everything is straightforward and simple but sings off the plate.
Where would you send a first-time visitor?
The National Archaeological Museum (cir.campania.beniculturali.it/museoarcheologiconazionale/ ) is absolutely brilliant. They have an incredible collection of Greek and Roman antiquities, the Farnese Marbles and a cabinet full of erotic artefacts and saucy exhibits.
Where would you tell them to avoid?
Restaurants with a tourist menu in English.
Public transport or taxi?
Neapolitan taxi drivers see red lights as an affront to their masculinity. They feel that they're not really getting anywhere unless they're driving on the pavement, going the wrong way down a one-way street or beeping at a pretty girl. Personally, I say just roll with it but if you don't fancy that, the buses are fine, although they don't always go where they're supposed to.
The Bay of Naples
Handbag or moneybelt?
I keep my money in my pocket but it's not a place to be unwary. Just use basic common sense and don't go walking in the old city at night, especially if you're a woman.
What should I take home?
There's an area in the old town that sells clay figures of famous Naples heroes like Diego Maradona or Toto the clown. My favourites are these tiny butchered pigs, beautifully made from clay and intricately painted.
Anywhere that isn't your kind of town?
I once had to spend two weeks in Las Vegas, which was absolutely hellish. It nearly killed me.
- Tom Parker Bowles's 'Let's Eat: Recipes from My Kitchen Notebook' is published by Pavilion, priced £14.99
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SYRACUSE, N.Y. - The State University College of Environmental Science and Forestry has been awarded a $397,000 state grant to support farmers who grow shrub willows as fuel for power plants.
ESF will use the new grant to train farmers, wood-chip haulers, agricultural lenders, energy investors and others on the best ways to produce, transport and use willow.
The training grant complements a $1.2 million project undertaken last year by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish up to 1,200 acres of willow in nine Northern New York counties -- Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oneida, Oswego and St. Lawrence.
ReEnergy Holdings, the owner of biomass energy plants in Lewis and Jefferson counties, has contracted to buy all the output from the USDA-subsidized growers for 11 years.
Researchers at ESF have studied and promoted the commercial use of willows for roughly 20 years. They say that 1.5 million to 2 million acres of marginal farmland in New York state could be used to grow willow, which yields about 10 tons of wood per acre annually. But farmers have been slow to adopt willow as a crop.
Interest in willow rises as the price of fossil fuel rises, but falls when energy prices are low, college President Cornelius "Neil" Murphy Jr. said.
Outside of the USDA project in Northern New York, there are only about 100 acres of willow in the state that were established as part of demonstration projects or field trials, said Tim Volk, senior research associate at ESF and co-director of the SUNY Center for Sustainable and Renewable Energy.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority awarded the training grant to ESF, drawing from money the state receives by selling carbon dioxide emission credits to power plants under the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
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Interested in building #broadbandforeveryone?
In May 2017, SWIFT launched a two-stage Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ). Through this process, 28 service providers were pre-qualified. The final list was released in July 2017. SWIFT is now working on finalizing the details for the Request for Proposal (RFP) which will be circulated within the coming months. In order to participate in the RFP, interested respondents must have been pre-qualified through the RFPQ process. Any additional providers wanting to participate in the RFP will need to work with one of the pre-qualified service providers.
Stage one of the RFPQ process required respondents to share information about the exact location of their existing infrastructure and known service gaps. They were also required to provide details pertaining to their business structure and financial capabilities. The RFPQ began the process of establishing critical network standards and eligibility criteria for building the SWIFT network. The location and amount of fibre-optic infrastructure built in each community will be determined by the final overall design of the project, as informed by the RFPQ process.
SWIFT is using a multi-stage process to ensure the goals of the project are achieved within our projected timeline. We are sharing as much information as possible to support interested bidders in participating in the project as well as to keep our stakeholders and the general public informed about progress on the project. Once complete, the RFP(s) will be posted on bids&tenders™ . All information will also be cross-posted and shared through our website and mailing list.
When did the procurement process start?
The network will be competitively bid and designed through a multi-stage RFPQ/RFP process.
The RFPQ process contains two stages and is being used to establish a list of pre-qualified repondents to submit proposal(s) in response to subsequent RFP(s) for the network construction.
The RFPQ process launched on May 12, 2017.
What is the anticipated timeline for the RFPQ/RFP process?
The network will be competitively bid and designed through a multi-stage RFPQ/RFP process. The timeline for the various stages of the procurement process are anticipated to be as follows (please note these dates are based on best estimates and are subject to change):
- RFPQ Stage 1 Release: May 12, 2017
- RFPQ Stage 1 Closing: June 30, 2017
- RFPQ Stage 2 Release for Shortlist: July 11, 2017
- RFPQ Stage 2 Closing: August 10, 2017
- RFP Phase Start: January 3, 2018
Is the RFPQ/RFP process conducted only for Internet Service Providers ("ISP")?
No. Facilities and non-facilities based providers within and outside of the SWIFT operating territory and other parties with an interest in building, owning and operating fibre optic network facilities within the SWIFT operating territory are eligible to respond to RFPQ Stage 1.
Who performs the contracting of the fibre deployment? Will they be chosen by the ISP?
SWIFT will contract the fibre deployment. Any Subcontractors of Respondents/Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) will be chosen by the Respondent/TSP.
Is there a formal RFP process for the contractor as well?
Any TSPs responding to the RFP are responsible for their own procurement processes.
Why an RFPQ? Do we have to participate in this stage of the process?
We're using a multi-stafe RFPQ process for a few reasons:
- to determine the exact location of their existing infrastructure and known service gaps
- to gain a stronger understanding of service providers current business structures sand financial plans
- establish critical network standards and eligibility criteria for building the SWIFT network
The location and amount of fibre-optic infrastructure built in each community will be determined by the final overall design of the project, as informed by the RFPQ process. The final proposed project design will be released through RFP in late 2017 and confirmed when Telecom Service Providers are selected to build out the project.
In order to participate in the RFP, Telecom Service Providers must participate and be pre-qualified through the RFPQ process.
SWIFT is using this multi-stage process to ensure the goals of the project are achieved within our projected timeline. Because responding to the RFPQ will require a significant amount information sharing, time and effort, it is important that interested Telecom Service Providers begin preparing to respond well in advance of the anticipated May 12, 2017 release of the RFPQ.
Where will the RFPQ/RFP be posted?
The RFPQ and RFP(s), along with details of all bid opportunities will be posted on bids&tenders™ as they are released. All information will be cross-posted and shared through our website and mailing list.
How much funding will be available to contractors?
We anticipate that up to $200 million will be available to contractors as part of the contract awarding process. The RFP process will have two stages, including a pre-qualification stage. Funding will not be directed until pre-qualification stage has been completed.
We will keep everyone updated throughout the process as we work towards building broadband for everyone.
When does construction start?
We anticipate the earliest construction to begin Spring 2019. There will likely be multiple RFPQ and construction phases during the first five years of the project and into the long-term development of the network.
We applied for Connect to Innovate funding - does that affect our ability to participate in SWIFT?
Applying for and receiving CTI funding or other broadband funding supports will not jeopardize your community's ability to participate in the SWIFT initiative.
CTI funding allows "stacking" – or combining multiple streams of funding toward the same initiative – but SWIFT's SCF funding does not allow stacking. Because SWIFT is funded based on a public-private partnership structure, with one third funding coming from each the federal government, provincial government, and the private sector, SWIFT as an organization cannot use any other federal programs to stack dollars on infrastructure investments in communities already covered through the SCF funding we have already received for project, and cannot 'top-up' projects that have been partially funded by CTI.
However, it is important that service providers continue with their planned investments in infrastructure and leverage every existing avenue of funding to connect our communities – and SWIFT can leverage CTI funding and other funding programs to support infrastructure investments in communities not covered by SCF funding.
Through Phase I of the project, SWIFT will leverage SCF funding, municipal contributions, and private sector investments to build approximately $300 million in fibre-optic infrastructure. We estimate that the total, long-term cost of connecting everyone in the region will cost approximately $4 billion. To accelerate the process of building #broadbandforeveryone, we are strongly encouraging our member communities and service providers within our region to apply for CTI funding and to align any planned investments with SWIFT's long-term plan.
NOTE: Any fibre-optic asset built after July 11, 2016 that is not covered by CTI funding or any other federal funding program may be considered an eligible cost toward SWIFT if it is included in submissions to SWIFT's RFPQ/RFP procurement process.
What happens after Phase 1 of the project?
It's a big deal that SWIFT is undertaking this project regionally and to address backbone, middle-mile, and last mile challenges as part of the same network design. SWIFT's model means our region is not just going to receive faster Internet, but better Internet. No one else can deliver services with these kinds of guarantees, because no one else will have this kind of coverage. SWIFT's principles mean that every community will benefit from faster, more reliable, more affordable, and completely future-proofed infrastructure.
After Phase 1 is complete and the network is operational SWIFT will collect a small residual from the successful Telecom Service Providers. The residuals will be added to the Broadband Development Fund (BDF) along with sponsorship funds, more upper level government funding and membership fees. Periodically the board will use the BDF to continue to build out more infrastructure until #broadbandforeveryone becomes a reality. The more organizations using SWIFT infrastructure, the greater the BDF will be – every SWIFT network user will effectively result in increased contributions to the BDF, which means future investments will be self-sustaining and accelerate broadband connections across the entire region.
Will SWIFT be funding last-mile connections?
Out of the $281 million estimated for the initial construction of SWIFT, $60 – 70 million was estimated for last-mile connections. The amount available for last mile will not be known until the RFP process is complete. Over 2700km of new fibre is estimated to be built in the first phase of the project. Out of a typical 96-strand count fibre cable, 94 strands will be available to provide last-mile connections to individual homes and businesses.
Connecting everyone in Southwestern Ontario requires overcoming an infrastructure deficit of approximately $4-7 billion (depending on geography and benchmarks). Without the SWIFT model in place, there is no mechanism for addressing this gap fairly and equitably. SWIFT will continue to subsidize telecom service providers until everyone in Southwestern Ontario is connected by fibre optics.
SWIFT will be built, owned, and maintained by service providers...
Telecom service providers will participate through an open procurement process and they will build, own, and operate the network. Infrastructure Canada requires the municipal members of SWIFT to maintain 51% ownership of the assets of the network for the first 7 years of its operations (starting in 2020). After 7 years of ownership, Infrastructure Canada grants the recipient of funding (SWIFT) the choice to divest some-or-all of their equity stake to the service providers that built the infrastructure.
SWIFT will be an open-access network, where all service providers compete to deliver services to consumers. As a buying group, SWIFT will ensure greater competition between telecom service providers. More competition gives consumers more choices, which leads to better services and lower prices, as documented by the CRTC and Industry Canada, as well as demonstrated by numerous models from across Canada and around the world as reported in the SWIFT Feasibility Study. Open access is a requirement of the federal government funding program.
Who can I contact to find out more information?
For more information or to speak with our team, please contact:
- Geoff Hogan, Executive Director
- Melissa O'Brien, Communications Manager.
- Adriana Dekker, Stakeholder Relations
- Deb Fawcett, Executive Assistant/Office Manager
You can reach any of our team members by calling 519.914.1308 and following the prompts for the person you'd like to speak with.


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When we last checked in on Patch.com, the fastest-growing news outfit in America was staffing up and making the most robust media foray into suburbia in years.
Patch this week opened its 600th hyper-local website, in the Atlanta neighborhood of Buckhead. The sites, which provide basic news coverage and ask readers to bolster reportage on their towns, have opened in 105 California communities, with more launching every day.
The remarkable thing about Patch, besides its explosive growth in recent weeks (it had 565 sites just one week ago), is how it's no longer luring just rookies but, more recently, a cadre of seasoned news veterans. Many of the journalists are returning to the sort of work they did when they started in journalism decades ago.
The news pros are bringing writing chops and a touch of savvy to the fledgling news operation, which has been better known as the first employer of recent journalism school grads. Patch needs that kind of consistency — not the burnout and turnover that afflicted some of its initial battalion of young editors — if it is to build credibility in communities where it's still largely unknown.


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When choosing a lube to try next, I primarily look for two things. How well it lubricates, and how much it costs. I had heard a lot of great things about Maximus and wanted to give it a look for myself. So, is it worth the hype? More importantly, is it worth your money? Let's find out in our Maximus Lube Review.
Maximus Lube Review
What I Like
Extra Thick
If I had to choose between a water and silicone lube, I'd choose silicone over time, hands down. The durability and comfort you get compared to water lubes is on a whole different level. If you have ever used popular water lubes like Astroglide or ID Glide you probably noticed that they are thin and for lack of a better term "watered down". There is just not much in term of volume
Maximus, on the other hand, is thick, dense and has really weight to it. It is more like a jelly than a lubricant and simply feels like it's heavy duty and cut out for the job. I am really picky when it comes to consistency, and this feels thick and clean without the stereotypical grumpiness that goes with a lot of other products.
It Glides
What makes Maximus special is that it is actually a silicone-water hybrid. This means you get a taste of both worlds. Water does a good job as a natural lubricant, but the added silicone gel makes a big difference. Maximus feels smooth and slippery.
It easily glides over the skin and thus makes things like entry much easier. In its category of hybrids, especially when paired up with products like Swiss Navy and Shibari it performs very well. In the end, maximum slipperiness is what any good lube should have.
Easy Clean-Up
Since Maximus is primarily made up of water, it is a cinch to clean up. Other silicone lubes like Pjur last forever, but can be a pain to clean off, usually needing hot water and a few rounds of soap to get everything off completely. This wasn't the case with Maximus. All it took was a quick rinse under some running water and it was completely gone.
"Other silicone lubes usually need hot water and a few rounds of soap to get everything off."
The downside to this though is if you are planning to have sex in the shower or anywhere else with water, it will definitely wash away quickly. In that case, you should probably find something else.
The Pump
This is one feature I think every product needs to have. I think I speak for a lot of people who don't want to mess with a cap. It is a hassle to have to unscrew with two hands and fumble around with.
I am also not a fan of those click caps. They always get sticky and are a pain to open.
Pumps are great. I can reach over without even touching the bottle, quickly use one hand and get a perfectly portioned amount of lube, and get back to business. I know pumps are not the prettiest solution, but the tradeoff in usability is well worth it.
Generous Portions
I always say that you can never use too much lube, and I use A LOT. As a result, I usually end up burning through my supply pretty quickly. I like Maximus because it comes in standard 250ml bottles.
That is big.
For what you pay, around $15-20 dollars per bottle, it works out to be very affordable, especially considering how long one bottle will last you.
What I Don't Like
It Dries Out Quickly
Like I said before, Maximus is made up in large part of water. And as we all know water evaporates. It also gets absorbed by the skin easily. This means that you are going to have to reapply fairly often which I have to say, I am not a big fan of.
"Having to stop and lube up takes away from the atmosphere."
The evaporation problem is fairly standard for most water based lubricants, but it is annoying. Having to stop and lube up takes away from the atmosphere. It doesn't take very long, but it is still something you are going to have to deal with.
Sticky Sticky Sticky
Fresh out of the bottle, this lube feels great. It's clean, thick and smooth. But, after you are done it is a different story.
It is dried up and you are left with this small silicone residue that tends to ball up on your skin. Ans it is sticky. It is not so pleasant to have dried out lube spread all over your body. Like I said before, this is probably one of the easiest lubes to wash off, but the residue left over is annoying.
The Verdict
As a lube, Maximus does a lot right. It is easy to apply, super slippery and has a great consistency. For being a great lubricant, it succeeds. It is not perfect, and still suffers that same problem as many water lubes when it comes to longevity and being prone to drying out. But on the other hand, if you are looking for something a bit different than your standard Astroglide then this is probably the best alternative when it comes to durability and comfort. As a hybrid product you ultimately get the best of both worlds.


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This website contains about All Souls: A Family Story from Southie 6-8 thousand ebooks from hundreds of authors. The collection of these publications come in the following classes: fictions/novels, short stories, poems, essays, represents, nonfictions. Many of such books are typical works of National Literature, English Novels, and Irish Books from well-known authors such as William Shakespeare, Tag Twain, Charles Dickens, Oscar Wilde, Robert Fros, Edgar Allan Poe, Alexander Pope, Arthur Conan Doyle, Britta Austen. and more authors' works will probably be added to the online collection. Throughout these All Souls: A Family Story from Southie particular pages, you will discover many honor winning publications for your on the net reading. Take pleasure in and make sure you tell someone, thanks.
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Jail term for poll fraud approved
Bahrain News
Mon, 18 Apr 2016
By Mohammed Al A'ali
|Bahrain: Parliamentary candidates who "cheat" their way to victory through buying votes could face up to three years in jail and BD3,000 fines under amendments approved by the Shura Council. The same penalty would apply to government officials, civil servants, clergymen and municipal councillors who misused their posts to promote themselves or other election candidates.
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The Cheese Poet is dedicated to supporting the artisan cheese industry. Red Seal Chef and Cheesemonger Erin Harris has devoted the last several years of her career to understanding the art and science of fine cheeses, and offers a variety of services that help her customers enjoy cheese in a whole new way:
Coming Soon: Cheese Travel! Have you ever wanted to visit a place known for its cheese? Contact Erin for more details on this upcoming offer.
May 2014: Our market stall at the Western Fair Farmers Market in London, Ontario, is now closed.
July 2014: Chef and Cheesemonger, Erin Harris, is thrilled to announce her employment with Sobey's Canada. Erin will be serving as Cheese and Catering Manager in a brand new Sobey's Urban Fresh store slated to open January 2015, 3 blocks from Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Ontario - our Nation's Capital! Erin is excited to bring all of her expertise and passion for excellent cheese to the residents of Ottawa.
July 2014: Erin is so excited to be the recipient of the 2014 John Crompton Memorial Scholarship from the American Cheese Society. Erin will be attending the annual ACS conference taking place in Sacramento, California, from July 29th-Aug 1st, as scholarship recipient. Erin will also be writing the Certified Cheese Professional exam while in Sacramento. This designation will set Erin apart from her competitors in the cheese industry in Canada.


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Apprenticeships at Uxbridge College
Interested in a career as a Dental Nurse?
Apply today to become a Dental Nurse Apprentice and earn a wage as you learn!
What is a Dental Nurse?
They provide 'chair-side support' for the dental team, which includes dentists, dental therapists, hygienists and technicians.
How long does the apprenticeship take?
18 Months. You will spend 30 hours per week at work.
Entry requirements
Whilst qualifications are not essential, applicants with GCSE qualifications (Grades A*-C) in Maths and English would be at an advantage.
Job duties include:
- Set-up and prepare the dental surgery treatments
- Clean, sterilise and maintain all equipment and working surfaces
- Ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste
- Maintain patient dental records
- Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the medical history is up-to-date and warning the dentist of any problems that he/she has noted
- Assist in all clerical and administrative duties as required by the Principal Dentist
- Meet and greet clients in a friendly and efficient manner and book appointments either face-to-face to by telephone.
Where next?
On successful completion of the Advanced Apprenticeship (equivalent to two A Level passes), you will be able to register with the British Association of Dental Nurses and the General Dentistry Council. This allows you to work legally in the sector and can lead to progression in other roles e.g. Senior Dental Nurse, Hygienist, Therapist, Practice Manager.
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Have you often looked at your child's report card and thrown your hands up in despair? You reason: he has good tuitions, spends all his time at home with his books. Yet his marks don't seem to reflect his well-intentioned endeavors.
If this is a familiar story, then you must already know the answer to your dilemma: the child is unable to concentrate on academics. While reading about the parts of a flower and understanding the composition of water, the mind of your cherub keeps slipping away for a little walk.
The good news is that while he might not understand how to keep the mind focused on the exploits of Shivaji and Akbar, you know. Just watch his food and physical activity for some time and check: are chips and fried food more favored than greens? Is Facebook winning over a time allotted to a game of catch or badminton?
If students follow a sedentary lifestyle and do not get enough physical exercise, then blood circulation gets affected. Children start becoming lazy. As the body becomes slower, the mind also becomes dull. The result: lots of time with the book, but no retention.
As a parent, you can change that. A little bit of gentle (and sometimes firm) reinforcing of good food and exercise habits will change the way your child works through his study and play time. When the body is well provided for and nourished, the learning and retention capacity increases.
It is necessary for students to do yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), and meditation for maintaining a healthy body and mind. Surya Namaskar (or Sun Salutation), a comprehensive and fun-to-do workout, is a set of well-designed and extremely powerful 12 yoga poses. It is the most simple yet effective, yoga pose sequence for children – a great way to start the day by thanking the Sun.
Tone muscles: The yoga poses in Sun Salutation individually address particular parts of the body, both anatomically and physiologically. Collectively (as a sequence), Sun Salutation postures help tone the muscles.
Works from within: Surya Namaskar benefits are not only limited to 'working out' the body; Sun Salutation also works 'within'. It directly works on the solar plexus or navel which benefits the nervous system.
Research has shown that Sun Salutations, when practiced regularly, have the potential to prevent over a hundred ailments.
Among the many benefits of regular practice of Sun Salutations here are a few prominent advantages:
While you encourage your child and initiate him on the path of yoga and meditation, it would be beneficial if you also roll out your yoga mat. Stretching together, reaching for the sky and touching the earth… you and your child will enjoy the yoga sessions. While teaching him to navigate through the outer world of skills, competence and adventures of life, you will also be teaching him to explore his inner space. With some help from yoga and meditation.
The ART Excel and YES! courses for children offered by The Art of Living are a great way for kids to learn yoga and meditation.


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I'm loving the new look of my lace flowers.
In addition to vintage jewerly or buttons in hte cneter,
I have added a little bow of vintage seam binding.
only this time I added spray glitter to it.
on my Gift Certificate envelopes I add
a little bouquet of my tea bag roses.
Love that added little touch.
White on white....Love it!!


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Hello Everyone! I hope you are all having a wonderful creative day. Today I want to share a little more Fancy That Dies goodness with some very simple three step cards.
Of course it also helps that I've used up some more of my off cuts! *grin* I love putting these extra bits of paper to good use.
I call these cards "three step" because well..., there are three steps to creating them! LOL!
step 1. choose and fold your off cut piece of cardstock. (being a 8.5in x 11in scrapper... I have a fair amount of 3.5in x 12in scraps in my stash!)
step 2. add three sections/strips/blocks of co-ordinating scrap patterned paper.
step 3. embellish with your dies. I have used a selection from Fancy That Dies. Check out the amazing range here!
You can't create cards any easier than this! Trust me. I've tried! hee hee...
By the way, I love how these dies cut vellum. It comes out perfectly. And the little touch of vellum builds up the layers on my flower. Got to love that!
products used: Fancy That Dies - butterfly quartet, sweet blooms, scalloped rolled rose, mixed leaves; cs - stampin' up, kaisercraft; pp - American Crafts Dear Lizzy, Jillibean Soup; other - Girls Paperie cardstock sticker, Greatest View sequins, vellum; tools - corner rounder.
products used: Fancy That Dies - photo corners 2, high in the sky, zippity do da; cs - kaisercraft, stampin' up; pp - American Crafts (Dear Lizzy & Amy Tangerine), Crate Paper, Kaisercraft; other - Girls Paperie cardstock sticker, twine, maya road clear stamps, close to my heart ink.
Notice on the middle strip of patterned paper (blue with white polkadot) I have used a die to create extra interest. It is zippity do da and I love using this die in particular, to add to my layers.
Thanks so much for visiting today. I hope you have fun creating a few cards out of your left over scraps of paper..x


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Introduction to Temporal Data Management
Time is one of the most critical aspects of almost any database. In this talk I will present some of the peculiarities of time data and strategies for organizing it. I will also demonstrate better tools for managing temporal data -- PostgreSQL offers the best tools of any SQL system!
The most important thing about managing time -- and databases in general -- is that we must model reality, not what we wish reality to be. Days, years, seasons, and timezones are all a part of that reality that we can't ignore.
We also need more effective tools than standard SQL offers. Singular points in time are awkward to work with when discussing even basic concepts, like the period of time a class is being taught. We need a better "noun", and the PERIOD data type offers that.
Data integrity for temporal data is tricky at best. How do you prevent a schedule conflict -- that is, one person being scheduled for two places at overlapping periods of time -- from being accepted into your database? PostgreSQL 9.0 offers a new tool -- Exclusion Constraints -- that is the best tool currently available to enforce constraints such as this.


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We are Laura Asher and I am an Independent Consultant with Mia Bath and Body. I am here to help you create your own personalized bath and body products scented just how you want them! I am willing to travel anywhere in the Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Indiana, or Michigan area. I love doing fairs, festivals, home parties, and events.
Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How? Simply click here to return to Ohio Vendors.


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4 chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 red onion, quartered and separated
1 red pepper, cut into large pieces
1 yellow pepper, cut into large pieces
1 c. plain yogurt
1 tsp. Epicure's Mango Curry Dip Mix
2 tsp. Epicure's Garam Masala
2 cloves garlic, minced
zest of 1 lemon
Combine yogurt, spices, garlic, and lemon zest. Marinade chicken for a few hours. Make skewers using chicken, red onion, and bell peppers. Grill until cooked.


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|Circle of Pain
Actors: Vinnie Jones, Tony Schiena, Dean Cain, Ling Bai, Heath Herring
Director: Daniel Zirilli
Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama
R 2010 1hr 30min
Forced to retire from mixed martial arts fighting after an accident, Dalton Hunt is lured back by a crooked promoter to regain his title and redeem himself.
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Jeffery Mingo | Homewood, IL USA | 06/16/2010
(2 out of 5 stars)
"First of all, the cover art is deceptive. Kimbo Slice is not the main character. He only appears twice and his first scene happened 25 minutes into the film. The guy with the cool cleft chin is the main character.
The plot is very simple. The actors are amateurish. Things get resolved too quickly. Still, this was not gawd-awful as most low-budget films. It's far from Oscar material, but it didn't make me want to hurl.
The work borrows some themes of "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?" and "He Got Game." It deals with the man with no shoes versus the man with no feet paradigm. The focus is not on the fight, but on the path to the fight. For all I know, "Rocky (I)" may have been the same way.
Recent photos of Governor Ahnuld reveal that he has chest hair. In watching his films and golden-age photos, I never would have known that. I think bodybuilders shave their chest hair in order to get the viewer to focus on their musculature. The opponent in this film keeps his chest hair. Fur lovers will enjoy seeing it. This film, like many, has lots of tee-and-ay, but no male nudity despite the wonderful bodies of the male characters.
Bai Ling gives a gratuitous girl-on-girl kiss that many viewers will enjoy. I like Bai Ling; I'm rooting for her in Hollywood. I didn't mind watching her play a villain here either. However, I thought her body looked wrinkly at times. If you like curves on a woman, you will not like seeing Bai's twiggy figure. Many viewers may think of Dean Cain in "Broken Hearts' Club." We are used to seeing him as a main character and being a person that others worshipped. It may shock some to see him as a character to the side, particularly one playing a differently-abled gentleman.
Again, this work is not fight-intensive. The story doesn't stretch itself to have fights every two seconds. I can think of other ways to kill time, but this film was okay. It won't upset you or anything."


text: Kai room The Kai Room is a great space where you and your family can enjoy your own refreshments and take a breather from exploring the Museum. Located beside Weird and Wonderful, the room features dining tables, lockers, a change table and toilet. A place to store your belongings You can leave your belongings in the Kai Room lockers while you explore our galleries. Food and drink can't be taken into our galleries so The Kai Room is the perfect spot to plan a stop for packed snacks and lunches.


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Since 1972, the Carriage Barn music series has brought nationally-recognized musicians to the heart of North Bennington. The unique acoustic environment in our 1890s carriage barn provide a rich, resonant space for chamber music. Some past performers include Jeremy Denk, Zuill Bailey, Natasha Paremski, Alan Shawn, Yoshiko Sato, Elizabeth Wright, Bennington Baroque, Music from Salem, and many more.
2019 Season Details:
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While Texas does make household employee payroll taxes a bit easier than some states (hello California), there still are some steps you must take to remain compliant in the Lone Star State.
Texas minimum wage
Texas follows the federal standard for minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. The minimum wage for overtime hours is $10.87.
Texas new hire reporting
Upon hiring your nanny, you have 20 days to report the hire to the state. You can report the new hire here.
Wage thresholds for Texas payroll (nanny) taxes
Under Texas laws, a household employer becomes liable to pay state unemployment taxes on their nanny if the employer pays gross wages of $1,000 or more in a calendar quarter. Once you become liable as a domestic employer, you must pay state unemployment taxes on all wages paid during that year.
Texas unemployment tax rates
|Taxable Wages Per Year
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First $9,000 (2013 and 2014)
New employers start at 2.7%
|$243 at the 2.7% rate.
Unemployment tax registration
You must register with the Texas Workforce Commission in order to report and pay the unemployment taxes once your nanny reaches the $1,000 dollar wage threshold. You can register with the TWC here.
Reporting wages and paying unemployment taxes
Texas rules require all household employers to report their nanny's wages and pay the corresponding taxes electronically. Typically, employers must report and pay quarterly, but if you are only reporting wages for domestic employees, then you may pay once a year. To do so, you must submit Form C-20, Domestic Employer's Election. Then you will be able to logon to the TWC website and pay your taxes once a year.
Texas Workers' Compensation Insurance
Texas does not require household employers to purchase worker's compensation insurance. It is a good idea to make sure you are protected from liability.
Texas Nanny Tax Calculator
Use the calculator below to get an estimate of what your household employee payroll/nanny taxes will be:


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Monday, March 7, 2011
Monday----St. Patricks day ---next week
So, I made a very different St. Patrick's day card. You ask what does a couch have to do with St. Patrick's day? I don't know, I just liked the way it looked and the color worked. I'm looking for a challenge to enter so I will be off. See you soon.
I'm back I entered it into these challenges:
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so cute!! I like how the couch looks also :)ReplyDelete
Fun card! Thanks for stopping by my blog! :-)ReplyDelete
Cute card, I like the couch! Thanks for playing along with us at Cooking with Cricut.ReplyDelete
Way to use those scraps. Great card it is so fun and creative. Thanks for joining us for Emma's Throwback Thursday Challenge! Hugs - GloraReplyDelete
Very nice, love those colors, thanks so much for joining CCC.ReplyDelete
Cute card ~ thanks for joining us at CWC :)ReplyDelete
Great card. The couch looks like it belongs, nice job ! Thanks for playing along this week at Cooking with Cricut!ReplyDelete
~Nicole CWC DT
Cute card, Diana! Love the different patterned papers you used. Thanks for doing a "double take" with us this week at Cooking With Cricut.ReplyDelete
~ Jen, CWC Design Team
Very cute card. Loving the couch!!ReplyDelete
Thanks for joining us this week at Crafting with Cristina. Good luck!!
Cute project.. thanks for playing with us at CWC...ReplyDelete


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Destroy the tower of the princess not to save the her of course but just because it's fun!!! Try though to save the princess as it might be useful at a later stage. It's a funny mouse pointing game where you have to aim properly before hitting the tower while ensuring the safeness of the princess.
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