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About LipoMelt
Non-invasive, LED-based light therapy is currently the highest in-demand treatment being sought by clients of today simply because of the healthy nature of the outcomes. Unlike ultrasound, laser light and freezing, LED-based therapies do not cause cellular damage. LED light has been shown to promote a natural response within cells based on the wavelength of the light energy used and the type of cell it reaches. Both red and near-infrared wavelengths have been used in a wide range of therapies that promote some form of healing response.


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Workshop Instructor | Engineered Compost Systems
Seattle, WA | firstname.lastname@example.com
Geoff leads the development and delivery of ECS technical service offerings. Geoff has worked with ECS since 2015. His prior work included GM for Harvest Power in Vancouver and independent waste consulting. His PhD work focused on pathogens and compost inhibition.
Workshop Time: Tuesday, January 28, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Workshop Title: Optimizing BMPs for Compost Facility Planning and Management
Workshop Description: In this workshop we will present a scientific perspective for understanding and optimizing the active composting process which is intended to provide a framework for facility design and operation. This approach is built on the published results of researchers in Nordic Europe who's work led to the establishment of design and operational standards that solved the persistent odor issues that had plagued their composting industry. While the compost science presented gives insights into any scale of operation, the design standards presented focus on forced aeration methods at facilities that need to control their air emissions while optimizing throughout.

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Preventative articles about hacking often lead on the corny old line about not clicking links in suspicious emails. The reality is, of course, that no one ever would. People click hackers' links because they don't appear suspicious. But what if we could stop those dodgy emails from reaching us in the first place?…
One of the red herrings which I think has taken many people's eyes of the real ball of security in recent times has been two-factor authentication. That's the process where you receive a code by text to your phone each time you want to log in. Not only is this unnecessary, it's also inconvenient, and it may place you at serious risk of losing account access altogether.
You don't in truth know who's doing what with your phone data, but you do know, from the disproportionate fuss cyber giants make about collecting your number, that someone is doing something. Worse still, if there's ever a sitewide hack, the hackers get, and potentially abuse, your phone data as well as your login.
But most significantly of all, two-factor auth is not secure. Renowned hacker Kevin Mitnick showed that by luring a user to a rogue login page, triggering the real 2FA process and then getting the account holder to enter their code on the rogue site, he could make a fake login cookie and gain account access – WITHOUT EVEN ENTERING A PASSWORD. Evidently, some two-factor login processes are not even two-factor. They just transfer the critical security hinge from the strength of the password, to the possession of a texted code – which can be tricked out of a user, just like the password itself.
When I've worked with business IT systems, set up by highly professional data management specialists, the central server logins have not used mobile-dependent two-factor auth. Protection has come courtesy of a very, very strong password, and most importantly of all, rigorous vetting and security education of the people authorised to access the system.
So, the fundamental core of staying secure online…
Set strong, long passwords. If your passwords are strong enough, and you can avoid being baited by hackers into simply giving your passwords away (perhaps via a rogue site login), it will be extremely difficult for anyone to hack your accounts on security-conscious sites.
If a hacker can't guess your password, they'll normally either need to use a machine to repeatedly enter different combinations of characters, or in some way trick, or perhaps blackmail you into giving the password up.
They may alternatively, or additionally, use a process called social engineering, which targets human weakness rather than weakness in the computerised mechanism. Social engineering may focus on tricking the web service provider rather than the account holder. A classic example is that in which a hacker calls a website's offices by phone, posing as an employee, and blags the agent into handing over confidential data, which can then be used to gain account access.
The process depends on the business having poorly trained staff, and often a sense that the data being requested would not be sufficient to threaten security. Per se, the requested data may NOT threaten security, but when a multiplicity of these phishing missions are assembled together, the hacker has enough info to convincingly pose as the account holder and ultimately gain account access.
Of course, a web service provider would be liable for any such personal data breach, and, especially under the new GDPR regulations, could face a vast fine for handing out confidential info without proper dilligence. So going forward, social engineering is likely to become a lot more difficult for hackers. Not that it's ever been easy.
'Brute force' hacks utilise software to batter away at a login with rapid-fire, intensive trial and error. They keep trying different passwords at very high speed until they ultimately hit the right one.
But no website that takes account security seriously will allow hundreds of incorrect login attempts, let alone thousands. So what 'brute force' hackers do, is target your least sensitive account with the trial and error method. An account on a trivial site, which does not collect sensitive information or payment details, and which doesn't offer hackers any obvious gain. Those sites don't see any need to set up login lockouts which kick in after a given number of attempts. So hackers can use rapid, mass trial and error in a bid to crack the password. If they get in, they then simply hope you've used the same password across the board. Or at least for your primary email account. If you have, you're in deep, DEEP trouble. But that scheme can be shut down with the following protection…
USE A DIFFERENT PASSWORD FOR EVERY SITE YOU LOG INTO. A lot of people don't realise the importance of this, but for the reason cited above, along with the danger of Yahoo-style sitewide hacks, it can be the difference between staying safe and losing everything.
Take the recording of your passwords seriously, and designate a safe place to keep them written down, on paper. Once you're logged in on a browser, most sites will let you opt to remain logged in for future sessions. So you should only need to refer to your password list once in a while.
But do use a system of recording your passwords on paper, and rigorously updating the list as necessary. Don't attempt to set passwords according to whether or not you can remember them. If you can easily remember your passwords, they're not strong enough. If you're allowed, use random characters as well as letters and numbers. ; or ^ or / for example. All sites should allow these random characters, because they increase the number of potential passwords, and thus make brute force attacks massively more difficult. If a site is asking for your mobile number for two-step auth, but has always limited password strength to letters and numbers only, it's obvious the site's real interest is in collecting your phone data – not in maximising your security.
Another important piece of advice is not to publish your email address(es) on the open Internet. Use a contact form (like the one provided for free by WordPress.com) if you want to grant email access to strangers. It does not expose your email address to the messager unless you decide to reply, and crucially, it restricts the format of incoming communication. Not only does this system drastically cut down on the incidence of phishing – because your email address cannot be scraped and passed/sold on – the strict format also stops a hacker from faking official emails, purporting to have come from a source you trust. If a hacker can't contact you by direct email, phone or mail, and they can't use trial and error to crack your password, how are they going to hack you? The difficulty increases almost infinitely.
It's critrical that you NEVER USE A WEAK PASSWORD FOR YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNTS. Access to your email potentially allows a hacker to quickly reset the login of EVERY online account associated with it. Also, don't associate your online accounts with email addresses that are public or potentially recyclable. And NEVER GO MORE THAN A WEEK WITHOUT LOGGING INTO YOUR WEBMAIL ACCOUNTS.
Web-based email services such as Yahoo Mail can close your account if it becomes inactive, and then make the email address(es) available to anyone who wants it/them. If this happens while your eye is off the ball, you can lose all your associated online logins to a hacker who slips in to take the recycled email address(es).
The period of inactivity required for account closure is obviously much longer than a week, but logging in frequently allows you to spot any issues as they happen. If your email provider has disabled your account for any other reason, you want to get your associated logins changed before the email address(es) is/are redistributed. The key scenario to avoid is linking important online accounts with email services you never use and don't log into.
The next protective measure you should take is to check the password reset systems of all the sites you use. Some of them will part-display your email address and/or phone number. By default, Twitter's password reset process is a case in point. You can stop Twitter from part-displaying your private info by selecting "Require personal information to reset your password" in the Security panel of your settings.
One's mind boggles at the fact that a site which is constantly begging for your phone number because it cares so passionately about your security, defaults to a setting that then makes part of that number public, along with part of your email. If a hacker manages to piece together your email address or phone number from a range of these partial displays on different sites, perhaps aided by guesswork, and then contacts you with a convincing ruse to extract your full login, you're at very high risk of being hacked. But the cyber giants don't care about that as long as they're making money out of your phone data.
Here are some more important hack-protection measures…
When you log into a site, do it via your usual browser bookmark. A favourite trick of hackers is to email you a login link (which may appear in an email attachment – like a PDF file – if not in the email itself), with a pretext prompting you to access a trusted site. The link commonly leads to a fake version of the site, controlled by the hacker. Their rogue page simply collects the login info you enter, the hacker steals your login, and you're hacked. It's almost impossible for hackers to do this via a contact form, because you can plainly see the real origin of the email. But you should still avoid logging into a site 'on demand' via an email link, and go via a trusted bookmark you've used before. If an email is recommending that you change settings, you know where the settings page is. Find it yourself. Don't let an unsolicited email tell you where to go.
Don't log into your private accounts on devices owned by other people. That includes at work, or during recruitment processes. Never be persuaded that just because someone has a legitimate, respectable business, they take data protection and system security seriously, or even understand data security properly. Whilst the business managements are likely to be well versed in security, the ground level staff may be clueless. One of the most common issues in recruitment environments is a failure to properly isolate computer users from prying eyes. And don't forget that you can make errors when using third parties' computers. You may intend to log yourself out, but we're all fallible. Use your work logins at work. Keep your private logins restricted to private devices.
I know not everyone feels able to do this, but if possible, don't use your real identity on the Internet, and DON'T USE FACEBOOK. It's much harder for people to pose as you if they don't know who you really are, or have any information about you. Resources such as Facebook entice you into making available a huge amount of personal info, and may allow hackers to determine your email address, or even impersonate you.
People commonly use their real name, middle initial(s) and/or year of birth in their email addresses, so statistically, knowing your full name and date of birth will give a hacker a good chance of guessing your email address. Social media sites love letting users find their friends by their email addresses (not least because it allows the providers to collect and associate more data), so a hacker can often use social media email searches to guess away until they get a hit. When you sign up to any site as a member, the first thing you should do is head for the Privacy Settings and make sure you're not searchable by your email address.
There are many more measures you can take to minimise your chances of being hacked. But the above should get you thinking along the right lines. Don't confuse cyber giants' pretexts to get hold of your personal data with actual online safety, and always think about how hackers operate when considering the best ways to stay secure. The less of your personal data cyber powers have, the safer you are. Keep your passwords random and strong, store them on paper, and keep your email addresses to yourself. That, in my view, is a much safer system than handing your phone data to companies who profit from sharing your private information.


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Tomorrow is my 78th birthday. Someone at the gym asked me if I was planning on putting candles on the cake. I responded, "Are you crazy? You think I want to burn the house down? I suppose if it was one of those institutional sheet cake pans which are about two by three feet, it could be done; however, I have to wonder how many friends it would take to blow out the candles on a cake that large. I don't have that many friends left; most of them are sniffing the wrong side of the grass.
There seems to be a spate of celebrity deaths this year. It's interest to note that when I mentioned to some younger person that Tony Martin had died, they hadn't a clue. How about Ben Gazzara, Celeste Holm, Fred Willard, or Chad Everett? The last vaguely remembered Everett as Doctor Joe Gannon in Medical Center. Everett was only 75 at the time of his death. I say only because that's only a three year difference. If I want to really frighten myself I could look at Sherman Helmsley who passed away earlier this year and was only 74. Willard was only 72, but he deserved to die young; imagine a man that age still playing with himself in adult theatres…shame on you, Fred…rest in piece [sic].
Welcome Back Kotter's sweathogs didn't fare very well in 2012 either. First, Robert Hegyes, or Juan Epstein as he was better known, died of a heart attack in January. He was only 60. Then, Ron Pallilo, a.k.a., Arnold Horshack passed away in August. Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, the third of the sweathogs, is now 56 and he says, "Just hangin' out and livin' the life. Once again, if you ask the younger generations about the 'sweathogs,' they'll either give you that deer-in-the-headlights stare or say it's a new group. Theirs was a great show with some extremely talented actors.
I kid about my age, but truth to tell, I am getting to the top of the mountain sooner rather than later. Some say I'm already on the down side…to hell with them! I'm not really afraid of death; it's the dying part that has me somewhat concerned. It would be nice to go quietly in my sleep as several of my acquaintances have done, but somehow, I just don't feel that's in the cards. I can see it now….my POSSLQ (person of the opposite sex sharing living quarters) rolling over and saying, "Hey, get up; time for the….oops, no gym no more!" Actually, that's just about how she'd say it; I have a very cool lady living with me…oh, yeah!
Let's be candid; no one gets out of this gig alive. Whether you drive off a cliff, drop dead of a heart attack, get shot in a drive-by, run over by a bus or die with a lingering illness, we're all going to take that last breath. I've seen two loved ones die very slowly; it's not a pleasant sight. I've seen a fatal heart attack, and while it's not pretty, it's fast. I guess the you only have to worry about two things when you die: 1) You go "up there;" you know what I mean…there…up there…with Him or Whoever…okay; now you're catching on, or 2) You go down there…yeah, that's the place; yep, the one where you don't bring the winter clothes. If you go down there, you probably won't have a worry in the world; you'll be so busy shaking hands with old friends, you won't even feel the heat. On the other hand, if you go up there, just think of all the people you will get to meet who you never would have me under ordinary circumstances. I'll miss my wife, but maybe I can get a day pass or something. Who knows; who cares; It is what it is and there ain't a damned thing we can do about it.


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We're pleased to announce that Brett Manning, Assistant Client Manager at Aston Shaw has been shortlisted for the Practice Excellence Awards in the category: Trainee of the year.
The Practice Excellence Awards seek to recognise and celebrate the very best within the accountancy profession. Only firms and individuals that perform at a level of excellence are shortlisted.
In order to be considered for this particular award, entrants must be able to demonstrate their commitment and dedication towards learning, as well as showing a real passion and drive for success within their job roles. Entrants were also required to detail tangible contributions they have made to the firm and its clients.
Lee Stratton, Director and also Brett's Manager, provided the following words to help support Brett's submission:
"Brett has been a fantastic member of the team since day one. At the stage he is at in his career it is very difficult to balance studying for an ACCA qualification alongside work and we have been thoroughly impressed with how he has coped – exceeding in both aspects. I am more than confident that Brett would be suitable for this award as he deserves recognition for what he has achieved so early on in his career, especially balancing his studies with a demanding client facing role."
We hope you will join us in congratulating Brett on this fine achievement. Due to the fierce competition involved, this is truly an outstanding accomplishment. We wish Brett the best of luck for ceremony; all of us at the firm can't think of anyone more deserving of the award.
The Practice Excellence Awards Ceremony will take place in central London on Thursday 20th October.


text: Since our Stencil Show artists are a rare breed, we decided to throw something fun at them in place of a traditional interview. We let the artists tell their story through a mad lib, passing the story amongst themselves for a complete mix up. Read on to see how Tes One, David Soukup, Casey Gray, Ernesto Yerena, Chris Stain and Adam 5100 got to where they are today.


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Until recently Princess Charlotte would have had her position in line to the throne shifted down by the arrival of a younger brother.
Not only did the Succession to the Crown Act change that, meaning she is fourth in line to the throne after Charles, William and George, but now a new study by Reader's Digest has suggested that she's actually worth more than her brothers, because of her impact on the British economy.
You've heard of the Kate effect, the Meghan effect, and now the Charlotte effect is catching on, meaning that parents are buying their children the same clothes as the young princess – boosting her influence on people's spending.
Items like the blue Pepa & Co headband she wore to Prince Louis' are immediately identified, written about and bought all over the UK, which just isn't the case for brother Prince George or any of the other male members of the royal family.
Remember the pastel yellow John Lewis cardigan Charlotte wore in her official second birthday photo? It sold out in 24 hours. Brand Finance's marketing and communications director Robert Haigh explained to Marie Claire why this doesn't happen with items worn by the male members of the royal family.
'This is actually as simple as the relative size of the men's and women's fashion markets, by which I mean that Charlotte's endorsement effect will likely be felt across a much broader range of products and brands or types of clothing than will George's, allowing a greater scope for the monetization of her 'brand' and hence a higher value.'
You could say the obsession with what the women of the royal family wear is a little sexist, they are about more than just their clothes or hair, but this influence could be used to boost business for British brands and make a name for smaller brands around the UK.
The downside of the Kate-effect was brought to light by what was a little-known brand called Issa, when Kate wore one of their wrap dresses for her engagement pictures back in 2010. The dress sold out in five minutes, and the pre-order list was overwhelming.
'From the day of the royal engagement our sales doubled. I didn't have the money to finance production on that scale. The bank refused to give me credit, and the factory was screaming for me to pay its bills. I needed an investor,' Helayel told the Daily Mail at the time.
Although the brand did receive external investment and appointed a new CEO, the stress was too much for Helayel, and she quit the business.
'I felt so stressed that my hair went white and started falling out. I was broken by the end of it. I had a great business, which I'd built up on my own over a decade. To watch it evaporate was heartbreaking' she said
BELOW: Princess Charlotte And Kate Middleton's Best Twinning Moments
Trooping The Colour, June 2016
When the royals emerged onto the balcony at Buckingham Palace for last year's queenly birthday celebrations, we couldn't help but notice that Charlotte's smocked dress and tiny sandals were almost the exact shade of pale pink as her mother's fascinator. The Princess's regal wave, however, is pure Elizabeth II.
Trip To Canada, October 2016
For touchdown in British Columbia ahead of the tour of Canada, the royal blue of Kate's bespoke Jenny Packham shift dress found its echo in Charlotte's trademark buckled sandals. The Princess's pale blue patterned dress, meanwhile, is another cute mini-me nod to her mum's look.
Christmas 2016
A Christmas Day outing to St Mark's Church in Berkshire (later the venue for Pippa Middleton's wedding) saw Kate re-wear an old favourite coat from Hobbs, with Princess Charlotte's wine-coloured tights, jumper and bow chiming perfectly with her mum's suede clutch.
Pippa's Wedding, May 2017
Given that bridal party dressing is all about matchy-matchy nods, we're fully aware that including this look verges on cheating. It's so sweet, however, that we simply had to - and the sash of Charlotte's Pepa & Co bridesmaid dress comes in an almost identical hue to that of Kate's McQueen outfit...


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The Queensland Sunshine Coast produces a variety of pineapple that is rich in an enzyme that is capable of digesting polysaccharide molecules, as well as the usual bromelain protease. Biohawk has developed Pine Crush with a high concentration of active enzymes to aid in the digestion of both polysaccharides and proteins made from the whole pineapple (skin removed). Currently it is available both in a form that has to be stored frozen and used thawed from the refrigerator and as a freeze-dried powder that is added to water and kept refrigerated during use.
Pine Crush has been shown to digest phlegm in the throat and lungs. It was developed to remove the carbohydrate coating on Gram-negative bacteria that binds to membrane proteins preventing the ginger digesting these proteins (download pdf).
How do I take Pine Crush?
Thaw the Pine Crush completely, and for a child drink 5mL and for an adult 10mL before meals.
Store frozen frozen for up to 3 years, and before use, thaw contents completely and keep refrigerated for up to 30 days. It can be refrozen.
Ingredients pineapple crush (80%) with its aqueous extract.
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