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Researchers at Trend Micro have singled out HolaVPN, a free "community VPN," for using customer computers and devices as exit points for spam, phishing messages, and worse. The "worse" is especially important at businesses where employees have downloaded the HolaVPN software. In those cases, HolaVPN could provide a gateway into the enterprise network for malicious software of many varieties.
Community VPNs are those in which the users' computers and devices provide exit points for other users in exchange for low- or no-cost services.
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Anime Reporter is back to tell you about a little thing I like to call Toriko Volume 32. Many other people also like to all it that, because that's its name, but really, I like calling it that more than most. This volume (chapters 283-291) is currently available in English so if you like what you read, why not go out and get your copy today?
Well, all of our heroes (or food preparations specialists if you want to remove any poetry from your descriptions) are deep deep deep into Gourmet World now and they're in search of all the ingredients they'll need to make the dish known as "God". As readers of the last volume will recall, Toriko and Co. had just come across the home turf of the Horse King Heracles. Having seen just one of these creatures earlier in the series, courtesy of Zebra, readers will know just how big a deal it is to meet the biggest and baddest of them all. We're talking continent-smashing, Earth-grinding power here and our heroes are going to have to get past it if they want to have a chance at claiming the ingredient "Air".
This series has always excelled at upping the scale of opponents and fights, so this isn't an utter surprise but this story manages to wrap up a couple of developments that readers may not have been expecting to see. One character is taking their power to a whole new level while there's a very definite hint at another character's development not yet entirely realised. The entire volume revolves around two ideas; one part of the group trying to hold off the king of the Heracles horses while the others are in pursuit. This being Gourmet World, there are two things we know: 1- The monsters and the environment are far more deadly than ever before and 2- the ingredients are totally beyond the food of Human World. This makes for brutal fights, but it also means that some characters' gourmet cells may get the chance to expand further than ever before.
Without getting into spoilers, this volume is a great read, full of the action and conflict Toriko excels at.
But…. If you don't mind a few spoilers and are perhaps just a little bit curious, then by all means, keep reading.
Well, we learn quite a bit about the Herac horses and their king, Heracles. This dude can live solely off his own breath and has the lung capacity to remove all the breathable air for miles around. Its power is insane and… Toriko chooses to stay behind and fight this beastie alone while the others try to harvest the Air Fruit they need to prepare the salad course for "God". This fight, as even Toriko expects, is brief. Like instantaneous. One hit and Toriko is out for the count. But… there's something Toriko didn't know. You know that monster that lives inside Toriko? The one that personifies his appetite? The big red ogre with the huge fangs? Well… that dude isn't alone. There's at least one more beast living inside Toriko waiting to come out and this one is on a whole other level. Other than these developments, the story works as a standard, but very well done, tale of fighting off a beast, Komatsu rising to the challenge of preparing a new ingredient and the wonderful cast of characters showing off more and more of their capabilities.
All in all, Toriko Volume 32 is a welcome addition to the collection, keeping true to classic form while advancing the plot ever so slightly and teasing just enough to keep readers ravenous for more! Don't miss it!


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Why I Meal Plan Weekly
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Meal planning is hard. Like really hard.
Or at least it has been in the past for me. However, I think meal planning is like anything else that you want to succeed at.
To be successful at something I think you have to uncover WHY you want to achieve it.
I believe it is the same for meal planning. You have to discover your WHY if you are going to succeed at making it part of your lifestyle each week.
In January 2015 my husband and I decided to make some big lifestyle changes. One of these changes was consuming a a healthy diet and having an active lifestyle to improve our health.
Meal planning for me is about serving my family as well as serving my body. One of the lessons I learned from my husband fighting cancer is that without our health we can do nothing and there are so many things I want to do! Don't you?
Finding a reason that truly inspires you even more than just wanting to look a little better in your bikini and meal planning gets a whole lot easier.
Besides my husband's health and the motivation to fuel his body with the best cancer fighting foods, here are three other reasons why I make meal planning an intentional discipline each week:
By meal planning on Monday I can go to the grocery store with a detailed list that allows me to grocery shop quickly and more efficient. I also spend less time in the kitchen because I am not having to clean up from cooking every day or trying to decide on what we should eat last minute.
By planning our meals at the beginning of the week I can save at the grocery store as well as avoid having to stop for take out because of an empty fridge. I also save money by not buying groceries we don't eat because every meal is planned.
Implementing meal planning has allowed me to consistently have healthy food available and help me reach my weight loss goals. It is also extremely effective in building our immune systems which keeps me and my family healthy.
Will you share with me why meal planning is important to you? If you haven't started meal planning yet let me know your questions!
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I had an interview with the city parks & recreation department this afternoon. They told me it could be anywhere between two weeks and two months that I'll hear back about the position. That's not bad, when you consider they have to deal with municipal red tape. It took them a month between the posting deadline and the day they phoned me to set up the interview (which was a further two weeks).
It's far better timing than another opportunity. I received an e-mail last week regarding a position with a city in California. That's funny; I don't remember applying there. Maybe they heard of my awesomeness and decided they want me?! No, in fact, I did apply for the position -- back in October! Yes, it took them nearly five months to ask me to submit my resume with a cover letter, but they say that interviews for desirable candidates will take place in the first week in April. (While I'm online, I'd better see how long it should take me to drive there, and figure out if it will be worth my while to spend that time and gas.)
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The hotly anticipated final season of award-winning comedy series "Veep" and "Barry" Season 2 debut on April 1, on HBO and HBO GO via AIS PLAY and PLAYBOX.
The HBO Documentary "The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley" shows on March 19 and HBO Film's presentation of "Native Son" on April 7, exclusively on HBO GO. All the above titles premiere in Asia at the same time as the US.
"The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley" examines the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes and her multibillion-dollar healthcare technology company. Academy award-winning Director Alex Gibney (HBO's Emmy-winning "Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief") delves into the riveting tale of how Theranos CEO Holmes set out to change the world and ended up committing a massive medical fraud, a classic example of how truth is more dramatic than fiction. The documentary screens on March 19 at 8am..
"Veep" stars Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Award winner Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Selina Meyer, who is hitting the campaign trail as she runs for president hoping to regain the highest office in the land, despite the scandals and blunders that have followed her and her staff for years. New episodes debut on Mondays also at 9.30am with repeats at 10.30pm the same day.
Bill Hader and Henry Winkler reprise their Emmy-winning roles in "Barry" returning for its eight-episode second season also on April 1, same time as the US at 9am, with a same day encore at 10pm. Created and executive produced by Hader and Alec Berg, the dark comedy series showcases the life of a depressed war vet-turned-hitman who finds passion and romance in a local acting class while on a job in LA.
"Native Son", based on Richard Wright's seminal novel of the same name, debuting the same time as the US on Sunday April 7 at 9am exclusively on HBO GO. The film will also be available on HBO on Wednesday 10 April at 10.15pm.
The modern reimagining of Wright's 1930's-set coming-of-age drama follows Bigger Thomas, a young African-American man who takes a job working for a highly influential Chicago family — a decision that changes the course of his life. Directed by first-time director and renowned visual artist Rashid Johnson from a screenplay by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks ("Topdog/Underdog"), the drama had its world premiere in January at the Sundance Film Festival.


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Health benefits of jackfruit
Jackfruit is native to certain parts of Southeast and Southern Asia. The fruit is unique for its size and deliciously sweet in taste. It is widely cultivated in the tropical regions of Indian subcontinent, Malaysia, Brazil, and Thailand. Jackfruit grows better under tropical humid and rainy climates but rarely survives in cold conditions. Jackfruit is low in sodium, cholesterol, and saturated fats. It also contains important minerals like Calcium,magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, copper, zinc, manganese, and selenium.It also contains vitamins A, C, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine, and folate. It is a rich source of dietary fiber and provides almost 11% of the daily fiber requirement. The nutrients found in jackfruit have powerful anti-cancer, anti-aging,properties that are valuable in the treatment of a number of diseases.
The fruit is made of soft, easily digestible flesh with simple sugars like fructose and sucrose that ,when eaten gives energy and revitalizes the body instantly. Jack fruit is a rich source of vitamin A that is crucial for proper cell production, eyesight, and fetal development during pregnancy. It is a rich source of niacin which helps regulate boosts immunity, and controls stress levels in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Jackfruits being a rich source of iron help in preventing anemia and improving blood circulation in the body. it also contains strong anti-ulcerative properties that not only help cure ulcers but prevent a number of other digestive system disorders.Most doctors do not recommend eating jackfruit for diabetic patients.
Jackfruit contains phytonutrients that have powerful anti-cancer properties. These phytonutrients also helps in eliminating free cancer causing radicals from the body and slow down the degeneration of cells in the body. Jackfruits are rich in fiber and have powerful laxative properties which help in facilitating bowel movements, thereby preventing and treating constipation. It also contain powerful anti-aging properties that slow down the degeneration of skin cells and make the skin look younger. They are a rich source of vitamin A that is essential in maintaining healthy eyesight.


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There's been a heat wave over much of the U.S. recently, so it's always cool when you can stay inside (with AC of course) and shop online! Even when you are on vacation and have some down time, you can shop till' you drop ;-)
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Good Day from the Serenity Team,
We hope everyone has had a great weekend, we certainly have had a great one and although Monday fast approached and we are back to all things water features.
Further excitement for us is to announce that we will be adding a 3.5t plant trailer with cage to the company.
Due to increasing demand we are going to be adding some services moving plant from site to site (up to 2.5 ton) as well as garden clearance and rubbish removal as these services are enquired about quite often. If you are interested in these services please contact us via the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/SerenityWaterFeatures/
Or via our website and contact facility: https://www.serenitywaterfeatures.co.uk
For a little Tuesday cheer here are some pictures from the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc in Barcelona that Mrs Serenity and myself visited a few years ago.
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Banking veteran Ang Tang Chor has been appointed president of Hong Leong Finance (HLF) following the resignation of Mr Ian Macdonald.
Mr Ang, who has more than 40 years of experience under his belt, takes up the post on Oct 1.
In his new role, Mr Ang will have overall responsibility for HLF's operations.
He has been Hong Leong's deputy since December 2014 after joining the firm in 2003.
Mr Ang is also chairman of WizVision, a precision engineering software company, and a director of the Defence Science Organisation National Laboratories, ST Electronics (Info-Software Systems) and ST Electronics (Enterprise 1).
Mr Macdonald, 60, who has been in Singapore for the past 14 years, was appointed to the post in February 2002.
He has also been a non-executive director at Atlantis Resources, a tidal power generation company since December 2013.
Mr Macdonald, who has worked in finance for more than 30 years, previously held an executive position at a unit of Australia's Westpac Bank.
HLF also announced the appointment of Mr Kevin Hangchi as a non-independent non-executive director with effect from Oct 1.
Mr Hangchi, the nephew of HLF chairman and managing director Kwek Leng Beng, is senior vice-president in Hong Leong Management Services and director of Millennium and Copthorne Hotels New Zealand, a listed subsidiary of the Hong Leong Group.


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Tools of the Trade, Part 2
In Part 1, we concluded that familiarizing yourself with my acronym system and the 3 fundamental stages in observation was important in technical decision making. In this instalment, we will look at microphone types plus when and where you might use them.
Here are the 3 most common microphone types utilized in Film & TV:
1) Dynamic Mics
2) Electret Condensers
3) True Condensers
Dynamic Mics
The term dynamic stems from the word "dynamo" which is a device that generates electrical current. A dynamic mic creates its own electricity through a magnet and a coil that move in tandem. This back and forth movement creates electrons and therefore generating electricity to power the microphone. This means it doesn't require outside power or voltage.
Dynamic mics are usually more colored and not as "transparent" (refer to part 1) or sensitive. However, they are typically more robust and can handle higher SPLs (sound pressure levels), therefore providing more gain (volume) before feedback. Dynamic mics are also inexpensive and highly resilient to moisture. Additionally, they are great for recording close proximity sounds and rejecting background noise. This is why you sometimes see ENG crews using handheld dynamics when reporting in natural disaster or war zones.
So with this in mind, in application, dynamic mics are frequently used for recording sound effects. This includes Foley or sound effects with high SPLs such as explosions, gunshots, motor vehicles or aircraft and jet engines. Basically, they are good for recording anything "loud." You are better off recording loud sounds with a dynamic mic because they are better suited to these applications.
As filmmakers, shotgun mics (condensor), or "on-camera" mics (electret) are all we generally have in our "vocabulary" when recording sounds. Think of expanding your audio kit by including dynamics microphones in your arsenal. Here are examples of brands and model types. It's not a definitive or extensive list but these are the microphones that are most commonly used:
• Shure SM57 & SM58: Considered an industry workhorse for almost every sound application.
• Beyer Dynamic M88: A mic that is "punchy." This model boasts a good reproduction in mid and bass frequencies often used in high SPL situations.
• Sennheiser 421: Commonly used on very loud guitar amps and cabs for music production and live sound reinforcement. Think of the potential in sound design and effects gathering for film. Want proof? Check out the video of Peter Jackson's "King Kong" in sound design for Pre & Post production on YouTube below. See if you can spot the Sennheiser 421 @ 3 mins 25 secs.
• Audix D1, D2, D3, D4 & D6: A great company that makes dynamic mics suitable and tailored for almost every possible scenario. Tip: Try the D6 on the rev of a Mustang engine. Its ability to handle SPL and its low frequency response accentuates the rumble and power. The high frequency boost also adds incredible presence.
• Electro Voice RE20: A mic very commonly used in radio broadcast that gives a radio presenter or disc jockey full and rich presence to her or his voice. Even though the TV program, Frasier, is fictitious, when Dr. Frasier Crane is talking into the mic, that very mic is an RE20.
Electret Condensers
This term comes from the mic's need for external electrons to power the mic. Therefore, electret condensers require a cell type battery that stores electrons. Electret condensers also have a thinner and more sensitive diaphragm than a dynamic mic. These mics use a "capacitance" circuit that meters or measures the pressure against the diaphragm and uses the battery to dispense electrons.
What this all means is that an electret condenser is simply 3-4 times more sensitive than your dynamic mic. Where a dynamic mic is most optimal within close proximity to a sound source, an electret condenser can be deployed a few feet away from your actor and still have the ability to record audio information with more detail, richness, transparency and accuracy.
Typically, an electret condenser is an alternative for filmmakers and sound recordists who want a sound similar to a true condenser but are on a budget. They are portable and convenient when phantom power is not available. They are often used as a back up option and are also affordable. However, most electret condensers use a 3.5mm (1/8 inch mini) stereo (wired as mono) connector type instead of the professional XLR connector. Some do use an XLR connection but are also powered by a battery. They are not the serious answer to an audio kit when going for professional results.
Here are examples of types, brands and models that use the electret condenser principle. The following may consist of not only of shotgun style mics, but also instrument or general type mics for Foley or sound effects:
• Rode NTG 2, M3, Video Mic, Video Mic Pro & Stereo Mic: The Rode video mic, video mic pro and stereo mic seem to be all the buzz at the moment, but it's target is primarily the consumer market. However, other than Rode's clever marketing campaigns, their Pin Mic deserves a notable mention and is worth checking out. It features a very unique design and discreet profile. The NTG's have always been popular due to their affordability.
• Sennheiser MKE 400: Again, another mic that is targeted for "on-camera" use.
Condenser Mics
Condenser mics are also known as capacitor microphones. This includes shotgun mics, studio mics and lavaliers. Most budding filmmakers and sound recordists forget that a majority of professional shotgun mics are true or genuine condensers. A true condenser mic simply uses the same capacitance formula. The difference this time is that the mic doesn't have a battery compartment and needs phantom power (from an external source) in order to power the mic.
A true condenser mic is a high fidelity recording instrument, which produces higher-quality audio by comparison to its electret condenser cousin. It is manufactured in most cases, in an attempt to provide true and accurate frequency responses by comparison to dynamics or electrets. The intent is – what you hear is what it sounds like, hence the term "transparency" in part 1.
So think of it this way, if the electret condenser is more sensitive than the dynamic mic, the condenser is even more sensitive and offers a better frequency response. It is also more accurate and transparent then the electret condenser.
Here are examples of various common industry condenser "shotgun" and "lav" type mics:
• Audio Techinca AT875R, AT4073 & AT4071: Incredible mics. They have been major players in the mic industry. They make high quality products and should receive more credit and product awareness than they get.
• Audix SCX "One": A boutique company that specializes in instrument mics. I have used their mics for over 10 years now in both live and studio applications. Although they don't make mics specifically for the broadcast industry, the SCX Ones are their flagship small diaphragm condenser mics. I use these as extra short shotgun mics in the cardioids configuration to capture dialogue indoors and also as "plant" mics. You can hear the audio quality in my introduction video for Zacuto here.
• Sennheiser MKH 416 & the EW lavaliere series: The MKH 416 has been the staple of condenser shotgun mics and hailed as a very popular choice amongst professionals. Lavaliers like their ew100 G2 series are also utilized frequently.
• Sanken CS-1, CS-3e & COS-11D: Again, industry standard and state of the art mics with a focus on film and broadcast. Expensive but well worth the price tag.
• Schoeps CMC 641 & CMIT 5u: Long cherished and revered by location sound recordists, these mics tend to have the least colouration, amazing off axis rejection and are extremely versatile.
That wraps up the Tools of the Trade part 3. Next time, we will discuss polar patterns.
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August 5th, 2014 3:00 pm
The information about electret and "true" condenser mics is wrong. An electret condenser microphone can reproduce sound at least as well as a traditional condenser.
Electret Condensers can very well be considered professional – all DPA mics are electret, and they are famous for their clarity. And practically all lavaliers are electret too – Sanken COS-11, Countryman B6, DPA 4060 etc.
The difference between an electret and a traditional condenser is that the capsule is "pre-polarised" in an electret – whereas a traditional condenser capsule needs external voltage – e.g. phantom power. The reason most electrets need power anyway is for driving the internal amplifier.
Even a majority of the most respecter scientific measurement mics are electret – e.g. Brüel & Kjær measurement mics – they are the defacto standard in audio testing – probably most serious audio companies use B & K gear for testing mics and speakers. Schoeps even have a picture on the website displaying a Brüel & Kjær test chart – so the company "Long cherished and revered by location sound recordists" actually use electret technology in order to test mics. This is testament to the precision of electret microphone technology.
Electrets have the advantage of using less power, being less complicated, and being more resistant to humidity. Their disadvantage is that it is expensive to produce a "good one" – the production line has to be very clean when producing the polarised material.
Electrets perhaps get a bad wrap because they are in fact also used in low end gear. The reason being that the circuitry for stepping up the 48 v phantom power to a higher voltage and then applying it to the diaphragm is not needed.
The differences between bad and good electrets lie in how cleanly the material for the polarised element is made and how the capsule is designed – e.g. if it is the diaphragm or the back element which is carrying the voltage.


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As I said briefly on the last post the challenge for May is to learn as much of a language in 30 days using just an iPad. This is something that many people want to do and yet often have a lot of issues with which hold them back. Personally, I have some very strong reasons for wanting to get better at learning a language. My wife is Polish so I want to get better at communicating with her (and her family) and I am a teacher of English as a second language so it would be great to be a better student myself.
To make this challenge as fair as possible I decided to choose a new language (as this is what you might want to do), one which I don't have a strong reason to learn (like my wife speaks it) and one that should be pretty difficult to find resources for but one which I find interesting. I came down to a couple of choices, Arabic or Welsh. Arabic appealed because I think that the Middle East is a very important region right now but unfortunately Arabic is a very diverse language. There are many regional variations in Arabic and it's not so simple to just learn one version (even though there is "modern Arabic" which almost no one speaks) So I decided to go for Welsh, partially as a tribute to my late grandfather.
I'm going to try and do as much as possible on the iPad but I'm allowing myself the option to use my iPhone for some learning on the go with this challenge. For a final assessment, I'd love to try and have a chat with someone who speaks Welsh and to record it to share. I think that would be a good way to show people the effects but I don't know how easy that will be. [if you know anyone who speaks Welsh, let me know!]
Why this isn't actually that difficult
Here are a couple of things that people don't know about languages that actually mean this is a lot easier than you'd think.
- Beginning is difficult but you make a lot of progress quickly
- Finding resource to learn any language is easier than you think
- It's easy to impress people with your level in a foreign language
Breaking that down a bit. The beginning of a language is always difficult because all the words are new, you're not used to hearing the sounds, you don't know what to listen out for and so on. It feels very uncomfortable and you're bound to make mistakes. However, the 1000 most common words make up something like 90% of communication (it depends on the language obviously) then the next 1000 (up to 2000) make up to 95% (again language depending). Learning 1000 might sound difficult at first but 1000 words in a month works out at 33 words a day or so. That's actually not that hard and gets easier as time goes on. The there is the power of learning the most common phrases which helps you overcome lots of other barriers.
With the Internet, it's really easy to find example of people speaking and writing in a language you want to learn. Even greater, there are often resources on a topic you really like. Tim Ferris learnt judo and Japanese at the same time because he was interested in both. If you love something, it can be a great naturally motive to take in some of the language you want to learn. Whatsmore, if you want to practice speaking with someone, there are ways to connect with a native speaker and practice with them via language exchange sites and similar.
The final point is that it doesn't take much to impress people with your language level. If you can cope with basic introductions, tell a bit about yourself and then ask someone a few questions, they'll be impressed. You can make all sorts of vocab or grammar mistakes and as long as you get your meaning across, people don't care. I've been amazed how many times I've been terrible at a language.
Next time I'm going to look at some useful apps at tactics I'm using to learn Welsh. Maybe you'll like to join in and learn a language.


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Pr Darren Burnett has served as pastor at Grace Presbyterian Church Morayfield since March 2014. Before that Darren worked as a journalist for two decades. Darren is married to Leona and is the father of three children. Darren lives at Woombye with his wife and youngest child. Grace Presbyterian Church Morayfield is part of the Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) of Australia. WPC churches are committed to the Reformed faith, as expressed in the Westminster Confession of Faith.
Title: 'We are family'
Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:12‐28
Christians are saved out of the world into the family of God, the church of Christians are saved out of the world into the family of God, the church of Jesus. The final verses of 1 Thessalonians are filled with rich teaching about how we are to function as a church family. We learn about …
1. Family leadership (vv.12-13)
2. Family support (vv.14-15)
3. Family worship (vv.16-21)
a. Rejoicing (v.16)
b. Prayer (v.17)
c. Praise (v.18)
d. The Word (vv.19-21)
4. Family lifestyle (vv.22-24)
5. Family fellowship (vv.25-28)


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SMART's "Always On" volume-based data plans combined with the Operamini browser have always been a good match. The Volume-based plans provide mobile internet at an affordable price, and the Operamini browser (available for Java, Symbian, Android, and iOS) utilize caching and up to 90% data compression for a highly optimized mobile web surfing experience – even on a poor data connection.
The Operamini browser also stretches your data volume allocation. The data compression ensures that you can do more with your data plan. We've seen users on a Volume plan switch to Operamini for web browsing and only use as little as 40MB of data for an entire month.
So it's not such a big surprise that the two have teamed up – SMART is the exclusive sponsor of Operamini in the Philippines, and one of the fruits of this team up is a joint promotion – the "Win a Mini" promo kicking off today.
Downloading and using OperaMini and signing up for a SMART "Always On" data package gives you raffle points that can enable you to win an "Opera Red" Mini Cooper.
Operamini users on SMART will see a special button on the default speedbutton screen that allows users to view a page (available only to Operamini users) with all the promo mechanics.
Here's a diagram of the contest procedures:
This isn't the first time Operamini used a MINI Cooper in a promotion. Here's a video of a promotion that took place in Barcelona, Spain in 2003:


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Odd Mom Out was created by Jill Kargman which was based on her book, Momzillas that was published in 2007. She was also the main character who goes by the name, Jill Weber. The first season with 10 episodes first aired in June of 2015. The whole series takes place in Upper East Side, New York City. Main characters include Andy Buckley, KK Glick, Sean Kleier, and Abby Elliot.
Synopsis: New Yorker Jill Weber is fighting a battle within herself — embrace her quirky and unconventional life with husband Andy and their three kids or give in to the temptations and perks afforded to her by Andy's wealthy, blue-blooded family. Increasing the pressure on Jill to conform are status-obsessed mother-in-law Candace and brother-in-law Lex, along with his wife, Brooke, who reigns over a group of Upper East Side mothers who aren't afraid to whip out their credit cards to buy whatever they want. Jill tries to stay true to herself while giving in to temptations, using the Weber family legacy to do things like interview for a family plot at a prestigious cemetery. (Google)
I discovered this show on Sony Channel Asia. At first I only decided to watch it until the first gap, but it was funny as hell so I did not change the channel anymore. The show talked about Jill, who was a mom of three and was trying to fit in Upper East Side with the other New Yorker moms. What I loved about Jill was that she can be herself and at the same time still try so hard to fit in, like, girl this ain't high school you don't need to fit in! Thankfully, Jill has Vanessa, her very loyal doctor best friend who's also very single. She keeps Jill from becoming one of the New Yorker moms and that's what I liked about their friendship. Jill always came to Vanessa for help and rescuing.
The show was hilarious and real. I think most moms of today's generation can relate to Jill Weber. They only want what's best for their child/ren that they somehow turned into a Momzilla. However, they never forgot to be their own person and they still stayed true to themselves. I think that's the essence of the show, as cliché as it may seem, you need to be authentic and whatever other people say should never matter because only you know how to work your life out, especially when you're a mom.
Motherhood is a crazy & beautiful thing and Odd Mom Out elaborates on that. I recommend this show to everyone (especially moms!!) who wants a good laugh about life and motherhood. S/O to all moms out there!
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On December, 31st we went to Yokohama. The place was quite deserted due to holiday but it was good not to bump into a crowd at each step for a change 🙂
I definitely wanted to see this famous wooden promenade I've seen in so many movies and doramas – it turned out to be a really nice place. And there were roses in full bloom at Yamashita Koen despite chilling weather and strong wind – so strong that Marine Tower went dangerously swaying, and delicious mikans and lucky chestnuts at China Town, and skating ring at Akarenga, and a windmill, and kites in the sunlit sky.
China museum in China Town
Part of Yokohama port, view from Marine Tower
Osanbashi International Passanger (boat) Terminal
And the wooden promenade is nothing but the roof of Osanbashi Terminal
I like graphics and such structures a pure delight
Minatomirai & Akarenga. Between red warehouses there was a skating ring
Just a bench and the sky. A dream place 🙂
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"There's nothing I can say to describe it. It's been absolutely wonderful," says star Kyle MacLachlan.
The return of Twin Peaks is growing ever closer and today many of its actors have discussed the new show in a behind-the-scenes teaser trailer.
Kyle MacLachlan, who will reprise his role as the eccentric Agent Dale Cooper, speaks alongside returning actors Kimmy Robertson and Dana Ashbrook. Newcomers to the show, like Jim Belushi and Chrysta Bell, are also featured. Newcomers such as Jim Belushi, Chrysta Bell and more speak as well.
"It's a big cast, it's a big story, big things happen," said Miguel Ferrer, a veteran character actor who many remember best for Twin Peaks' hilariously abrasive FBI pathologist Albert Rosenfield. Still, actors remained tight-lipped about revealing any details.
Watch the video below and expect Twin Peaks possibly as early as January next year.
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Thanks to all of you who've submitted shows to us so far, and a quick reminder that the first (and cheapest) deadline hits 31 March. So now's good... Unless you have a kids' show, in which case Sunday is better.
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won the Best International Web Series gong.
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Peter Haynes, creator of one of our 2016 winners,
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The NZFC and NZ On Air have announced the recipients of their Asia-Pacific Feature Development Funding. Congrats to Blueskin Films, Screentime and to NZ Web Fest alumni Tikilounge Productions and Flat 3 Productions.
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Emmett Skilton and Holly Shervey's new show
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Day 35
A lazy sea day and we slept in. After a light breakfast, we were off to a 10:30 lecture by Dr. Alan Stern, a planetary scientist, space program executive, aerospace consultant, and author. He spoke knowledgeably on "The Promise of Commercial Suborbital Spaceflight." Within the next couple of years, travelers will be able to go into space. Make your reservations today, they are going fast. Thousands have signed up so far, for $250,000 per person. He spoke about three companies that are leading this niche market; Virgin Galactic (by Richard Branson of Virgin Atlantic), Blue Origin (by Ted Bezos of Amazon) and World View (by private investors of which the lecturer is one). He illustrated the technologies each was using; a lift plane carrying a rocket to high altitudes for launch, a rocket launch from the ground boosting a capsule into space, and a helium balloon lifting a passenger pod into space. Suborbital is defined as 130,000+ feet, well above the atmosphere, where you can see the earth's curvature. The first two achieve a weightless experience for 4 minutes before returning to earth. The balloon ascent allows 4 hours before returning for a lower price of $70,000. All these companies are far into their programs with testing of prototypes. There was so much information provided and confidence that this is coming really soon to a spaceport near you. Be watching for it.
With our minds still spinning after all that science, we settled into the noontime Gather Together Games in the lounge. Today, answers were to be given in numbers or dates. Our team came in second winning 2 Regent points, which I quickly stored in our room safe.
Early afternoon, we entered Milford Sound, a fjord-like entry way into the steep mountain-side waterway with waterfalls cascading over the edge. The ship proceeded slowly allowing plenty of time for pictures. The passage lasted 4 hours, and the weather did not fully cooperate. We entered under low clouds and rain. The rain remained intermittent and the clouds rose to the peaks but I still got photos of everything.
Regent offered a special dinner for the world cruisers with the staff and captain mingling with us. The menu was special. We were in tonight's group. Half of us were in last nights group because the Veranda restaurant couldn't hold all 192 of us. We were at a table with Shirley and Harris, who we have come to know quite well, and got to meet Kris and Skip, a daughter, father team from California and Wisconsin. Shirley and Harris had just returned from an overland tour through the mountains of New Zealand and into the fjords. We picked up this group of 15 at about 5PM. They said they had a great time.
After this wonderful dinner of red snapper or lamb, we went to tonight's performance- Nick Nicholas, a comedian and magician. He was very funny and did some amazing tricks.
We turn our clocks back an hour tonight, so we will be 17 hours ahead of our family and friends.
We have two sea days (almost 1,000 nautical miles) to get to Sydney, Australia.
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Goodwin College 2014 Golf Tournament Raises Over $100,000 for Student Scholarships
A field of 144 participants raised over $100,000 to support Goodwin College students at the 9th Annual Golf Tournament on September 17.
The 9th Annual Goodwin College Golf Tournament was a beautiful day of good golf and great company, when the donors who help support the College's scholarships got the opportunity to sit down with a few of the students who benefit from their generosity.
On September 17, a field of 144 donors, sponsors, and employees came together to play in the golf tournament to raise money for Goodwin's Endowed Scholarship Fund, which will help expand scholarship opportunities for years to come.
"We've been with the College from day one," said Jim Whelan, owner of Mid-State Teledata. "It's great that Goodwin gives students such opportunities. And it's really great to support them."
The sponsors at the golf tournament raised over $100,000 to support scholarships in a fun, relaxed atmosphere at Topstone Golf Course in South Windsor.
"Pratt & Whitney has always been a major sponsor for Goodwin College," said David Valentine, of Pratt & Whitney. "Goodwin has done a fantastic job giving students the opportunity to excel."
Two of the three 2014 scholarship recipients were on hand at the reception following the tournament: Annmarie Goenne and Senita Pinckney. Gladys Mercado also received a 2014 scholarship, but was not in attendance.
Goenne had enrolled in the Respiratory Care program at Goodwin in September 2011, but was involved in a life-changing, head-on collision during finals in April of last year. Despite the physical, emotional, and mental toll of the accident, she has managed to retain a 3.94 GPA and is determined to graduate in August 2015.
"[The accident] has affected my whole life," Goenne said, "but not my desire to get my degree."
Goenne said she was extremely grateful to Goodwin and the scholarship sponsors, who helped support her in her time of need.
"I can't say how eternally elated and grateful I am to people who continue to support such a worthy foundation for people like me," Goenne said. "I hope that in the future, after I've completed my degree, that I can do the same to support someone else."
Pinckney began at Goodwin College in 2003, juggling a full-time job, wedding plans, and a growing family. In 2008, just three classes shy of completing her nursing degree, she was involved in a traumatic injury that left her unable to meet the physical requirements to complete the nursing program. After recovering, Pinckney enrolled in Goodwin's Human Services program in 2010 and will graduate in December of this year.
"This scholarship means I can finish my bachelor's this semester and go on to get my master's," Pinckney said. She plans on using her life to attempting to help others, she said.
"Thank you," she said to the sponsors who contribute to the Scholarship Endowment Fund. "Your help makes all the difference in someone's life."
Ernie Hutt, owner of Augie & Ray's Drive In in East Hartford, was directly responsible for helping to fund Pinckney's scholarship.
"When kids work that hard, they deserve to be rewarded for that work," Hutt said. "It's worth it to help them."
For Hutt, being able to see students like Pinckney at the Golf Tournament is its own reward.
"To see the smile on their faces means an awful lot to me," Hutt said.
View photos on our Flickr account.
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Congratulations Annmarie & Senita!!
Sorry I couldn't be there with you gals– I was scheduled to attend a four-day training at the USNA that week.


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What do you want from me? Nobody's perfect.
I've always been a junkie for samurai fantasy adventures circa early 1980s (Ninja Wars Legend of the Eight Samurai) so to see Universal backing one, with a first-time director at the helm no less, and with all the production design and modern FX spectacle a hefty $175 million can buy is the kind of Hollywood foolhardiness I can get behind. Add to the absurdity Keanu Reeves. Any other white actor in the lead would have likely proven disdainful to the Japanese born source material, but Keanu is the exception: he is beyond any known race. I'm not just referring to his multi-ethnic ancestry, but his artfully dopey, live-action anime, surfer-mystic, rock star incarnate screen persona that could only exist in movies. It's Keanu's particular ingenuousness that makes casting like this work, that he's clearly playing the part so doggedly and sincere.
The worst thing this movie can do is short-change its own goofy potential. All the elements in place, what it needs in order to succeed is to just be, like, "Fuck it!" and go all-out; to fully embrace it's 'magic and monsters' conceit with reckless abandon; to be as wild, ridiculous and over-the-top as possible. Assuming it lives up to the trailer, what's not to like? I mean, shit, there's gonna be pirates and ogres and witches and fireballs ...and Neo with a glowing katana. I'm in. Hell, I might even see it opening day, as a Christmas present to myself.
Merry Christmas, Cannon.


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Crank Up The HEAT opening night extravaganza at Wowies Sports Grill
We at Crank Up The HEAT were very happy with the amazing turnout of HEAT fans for the season opener on October 26 versus Boston. The final score wasn't what we had all planned, but that didn't put a damper on the festivities. In the third quarter, when Miami was on a run, the sports bar positively came to life – what an amazing sight!
The fans piled in throughout the game, and they were very happy with all the great giveaways: free tickets to movies premiers and a circus show in Boca Raton, courtesy of The Boca Raton Tribune. We also had a raffle in which we were giving out "Dont Hate" T-shirts, thanks to the good people at Don't Hate Miami – a MUST-HAVE for T-shirt for any true blood Miami Heat fan. Check them out at www.donthatemiami.com.
The grand prize last night, however, was the Authentic LeBron James jersey we were were giving away. The lucky winner was Boca Raton native, Chris Cancel, a student at Palm Beach State College. After the game he told Crank Up The HEAT: "This is an amazing event. I really enjoyed coming here and watching the game with friends. The atmosphere was GREAT – expect me here for all the Heat games this season!"
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The Kitty Knight House is now a restaurant and pub. Just up the hill from where we're tied up.
Vibrant Small Town Boating HubThe remote yet vibrant small town boating hub of Georgetown, Maryland, is eight miles past the confluence of the Upper Chesapeake Bay and the serpentine Sassafras River. Once a thriving port that was a base of continental supplies during the Revolution, the British, led by Admiral George Cockburn, decided to come on up during the War of 1812 and torch the town.
At least, that was the plan until they ran into Catherine "Kitty" Knight, a well connected niece of a Maryland Assembly member renowned for her beauty and determination. By the time the British troops climbed the hill to the last few houses in Georgetown, the village below was a bonfire. Most of the residents had fled. Not Kitty Knight. She refused to leave her bedridden neighbor. Admiral Cockburn was about to set fire to the house when Kitty Knight confronted him. He warned her to leave. She refused, saying, "If you burn this house, you burn me with it." Struck by her bravery and her beauty, he spared that house and the one next to it.
We've not explored the area yet, but our favorite discovery so far? — as the sun goes down it's so quiet, just taking the boys out for their evening walk was a zen-like experience.
The skies looked kinda spooky at sunset, but the day ended much better than it started.
We think we'll enjoy the peace and quiet for a few days. Maybe drop the dink in the water and explore the Sassafras River... lot's of pretty places to photograph and the weather forecast shows to be sunny and mild.
August on the Chesapeake?
In 2010, when we were last here, it was 104°
In 2010, when we were last here, it was 104°
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Available to retail agents through CTC Transportation Insurance, one of the largest transportation MGU's in the United States, Spirit writes liability insurance for trucking risks in most states in the US.
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French authorities have arrested five men who stole over 120,000 litres (26,400 gallons) of fuel from filling stations around Paris by unlocking pumps using a special remote.
The five-man team operated with the help of a special remote they bought online and which could unlock a particular brand of fuel pumps installed at Total gas stations. The hack was possible because some fuel station managers didn't change the fuel pump's default lock code from the standard 0000. Hackers would use this simple PIN code to reset fuel prices and remove any fill-up limits.
Crooks would operate in small teams of two to three individuals who visited gas stations at night using two vehicles. A man in a first car would use the remote to unlock the fuel station, and then a second car, usually a van, would come along seconds later to fill a giant tanker installed in the back of the vehicle with as much as 2,000 or 3,000 litres in one go.
The group advertised the fuel they stole on social media, providing a time and place where customers could come and refuel their vehicles or pick up orders for gasoline and diesel at smaller prices. Their scheme was uncovered in April 2018, when police arrested a suspect in Sagy, a Paris suburb.
France has one of the highest fuel price levels in the EU. The Yellow Vests movement and subsequent protests that are still ravaging French cities started after a rise in fuel prices last November. The scheme also became popular in the US. Last July, Detroit police reported similar incidents where thieves would use a remote device to unlock gas stations and make off with huge quantities of fuel.


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A townhouse with a garage and a stunning view.
Located in the pretty village of Casarabonela sits in the centre of town.
On the lower level is a large garage and steps that lead you up to the main property. On the second level are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property is currently being used for holiday rentals and all the fittings are in excellent condition.
I would the say the greatest feature of the property is the quantity of natural light that hits you as you walk up the second flight of stairs to the open plan kitchen and living area that open out on to a large terrace looking out on to the countryside. Casarabonela is famed for its spectacular views.
No renovation required, a great lock and leave.
Casarabonela is located at the foothills of Sierra Prieta, part of the Sierra de las Nieves. The air is clean and the views are stunning, due to the elevated position of the village. It is an ideal base for outdoor- and nature lovers. Hiking, biking, horse riding or just a walk through the mountains and forest, with views over the Guadalhorce valley and even the ocean, are the perfect way to relax and enjoy the piece and quietness of the beautiful surroundings.
Walking through the narrow whitewashed streets, you will discover the Moorish soul, combined with Christian elements and Roman remains. The village has a central church and many plazas and outside terraces where you can enjoy sunshine, local tapas and a drink. Also at night you can join the locals for a drink in one of the bars. They have the usual Andalusian customs and events; the annual feria, procession and a unique Easter celebration. Olives play a big part of their economy, which comes as no surprise when you see the olive groves surrounding the village.
At the highest part of town, the remains of the Arab Castle Casarabonela are visible, besides its historical value it is an exceptional viewpoint! The botanic garden (Jardin Andalusi) of Casarabonela is well known for its collection of cactus plants, there are 2.500 species from all over the world.
Surrounded by mountains, there is one road into the village and one road out. Casarabonela is a bit further off the beaten track, but still located only 40 minutes (47 km.) from Málaga and the airport. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are a 45 minutes (62 km.) drive.
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Location: Bullard-Havens Technical HS, 500 Palisade Ave - Bridgeport, CT
CT's 6th E-House
In October of 2014, the CT Technical High School System opened it's 6th E-House at Bullard-Havens Technical High School in Bridgeport. At the opening ceremony, Bullard-Havens Tech Principal, Richard Cavallaro, welcomed everyone and expressed his pride in his students and staff on their outstanding effort in completing the project.
Speaking at the ceremony were Dr. Nivea L. Torres, Superintendent of the Connecticut Technical High School System, Robert Trefry, Chairperson of the Connecticut Technical High School System Board, Christopher Caruso, Representative of the Department of Economic Development, Milita I. Feliciano and Lydia N. Martinez, Members of the Bridgeport City Council, and John Cottell, representing the Mayor of Bridgeport, Bill Finch.
Guests also had the opportunity to watch a video showing the construction of the E-House from start to finish. The video was produced by the Graphics Technology program at Bullard-Havens Tech. Dajond Rogers, a Senior in the Plumbing and Heating program at Bullard-Havens Tech ended the ceremony with an inspirational and informative speech about her experience in helping to build the E-House.
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The construction of the E-House was indeed a team effort at Bullard-Havens: carpentry students built the structure, electrical and plumbing and heating students put in all of the cutting edge green technologies into the structure. Because Bullard-Havens does not have an HVAC department, the HVAC program at Platt Tech provided help in installing the air conditioning system in the house. The masonry students added a walk way to the house and even the fashion merchandising and entrepreneurship students designed and created curtains for the house to give it a real home touch. Guests were treated to dessert treats and beverages created by the students in the culinary arts and baking programs at Bullard-Havens Tech.
The E-House project is part of the state's technical high school system's "green" approach to provide clean energy curriculum and hands-on experience for its architectural, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and heating departments' faculty and students.
Funding for the E-Houses is being provided by the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund and the Connecticut Clean Energy Fund. This is the sixth E-House to be completed by students and staff at the Connecticut Technical High Schools. Several more are being constructed with the goal of having one at each of the state's Technical High Schools.
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WASHINGTON – The Senate on Thursday sent President Bush a $124 billion war-spending measure he has promised to veto, forcing Democrats to begin confronting the difficult question of what to do after the president acts.
Lawmakers and senior Democratic aides in both the House and Senate acknowledge that there is no consensus among the party's leadership on how to respond legislatively to the veto, with members of the House and Senate advocating competing options and some outside anti-war groups urging Democrats to hold firm.
"It gives new meaning to the notion of a fluid process," said Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., after the Senate voted 51-46 over serious Republican objections to approve the emergency war measure. Two Republicans joined 48 Democrats and one independent in supporting the bill that would order soldiers to begin leaving Iraq by Oct. 1 at the latest; 45 Republicans and one independent opposed it.
The White House reaction was swift and harsh. "Eighty days after President Bush submitted his troop-funding bill, the Senate has now joined the House in passing defeatist legislation that insists on a date for surrender, micro-manages our commanders and generals in combat zones from 6,000 miles away and adds billions of dollars in unrelated spending to the fighting on the ground," said Dana Perino, the administration spokeswoman.
With the veto coming, some Democrats argue that the bill should simply be stripped of the timelines that have drawn Bush's ire and sent back with the benchmarks and troop-readiness rules intact. Others contend that Congress has made its anti-war statement and should now give the president the money he has been demanding without conditions.
Another wing, including House Democrats who are influential on military policy, prefers providing money for the military for a few months while keeping pressure on the White House through other Pentagon-related legislation. Still others want to turn the recommendations of the Iraq Study Group into law.
Each alternative carries its own risk because Democratic leaders might not be able to muster up the votes for passage of an alternate bill because a substantial bloc of Democrats opposes providing more money for the war without some demand for a withdrawal.
One senior House aide summarized the problem: The president does not want the bill Democrats have passed, and Democrats might not be able to pass the bill he wants.
But the Democratic leadership was not ready Thursday to contemplate the tough course ahead in public. With the Senate joining the House in approving the spending bill, Democrats delivered their most significant challenge to Bush's Iraq policy since they took power in January after an election that many Democrats saw as a referendum on the president and his handling of the war.
"We have carried forth the wishes of the American people," said Sen. Harry Reid of Nevada, the Senate Democratic leader.
Recent public opinion polls show the Democrats, with a push for a timeline for leaving Iraq, have struck a chord. A New York Times-CBS News poll found that those surveyed favored a timeline for withdrawal in 2008 by a wide margin, 64 percent to 32 percent. The poll of 1,052 people was conducted April 20-24.
The poll also showed that those surveyed, by 56 percent to 36 percent, believed Congress should allow the war money to go forward without timelines once Bush vetoes the bill.
In voicing vehement opposition to the measure, Senate Republicans called it a wasted exercise given Bush's promise to veto. Sen. Trent Lott of Mississippi, the Republican whip, joined the White House in declaring the bill "dead before arrival."
Others pointed to statements by Gen. David Petraeus, the commander in Iraq who met privately with lawmakers Wednesday, that Al-Qaida is a primary source of violence in Iraq.
"They are attacking Americans," said Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Texas. "They are attacking Iraqis. They are trying to take over Iraq so they will have the capability to spread their terrorism throughout the world."
Democrats said Republicans were once again trying to tie the terrorism threat to what is predominantly a civil war in Iraq and a withdrawal there would in fact allow U.S. forces to concentrate better on terrorism.
"Redeploying our troops who are bogged down in the middle of an Iraqi civil war will enable us to refocus on our top national security: the global fight against Al-Qaida and its affiliates," said Sen. Russell Feingold, D-Wis.
"It is time to come home," said Sen. Frank Lautenberg, D-N.J.
The two Republicans who voted for the bill were Chuck Hagel of Nebraska and Gordon Smith of Oregon. Independent Bernie Sanders of Vermont voted yes, and independent Joe Lieberman of Connecticut voted no.


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On April 10 Samuel Ezerzer of the Money and Business Show on Radio Shalom 1650AM in Montreal hosted Dr. William Steinberg, Mayor of the Town of Hampstead and Anthony Housefather, Mayor of the City of Cote Saint-Luc. They discussed the proposed Bill 14 and how it will affect the English-speaking communities.
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Western Fair hosted the $6,000 Auld Lang Syne Trot and Auld Lang Syne Pace on the New Year's Eve card Sunday, December 31, with 14-year-olds Weskey and Pacific Oaks claiming victory in their final start.
Weskey took the Auld Lang Syne Trot going wire to wire by a length in 2:03.4.
Trained and driven by Tyler Borth, who co-owns with William Borth, Weskey went an uncontested quarter of :30.2 and a half in 1:03 before enduring a minor first-over challenge from Victorys Peanut passing three-quarters, timed in 1:33.1. Weskey turned for home in front by two lengths over Hoorayforthewinner chasing in second, while Victorys Peanut held on for third.
Winning his 60th race in 293 starts and earning $329,633, Weskey, a gelding by Wesgate Crown out of the Super Pleasure mare Key To Pleasure, was sent the odds-on favourite, returning $3.60 to win.
Pacific Oak, sent the 6-5 favourite, brushed to control moving towards the final turn, kicking away to a four-and-three-quarter length victory in his 1:59.3 swan song.
Positioned fourth at the quarter, Pacific Oak stalked a quick pace set by Comback Matt, posting a quarter in :28.2 and slowing to a :59.1 half as Pacific Oak edged first over moving into the clubhouse turn. The favourite powered to control heading to three-quarters, timed in 1:29.3, and drew clear of Thaline, who rode his cover to finish second, and Stir And Serve, who came from third over for third.
A gelding by Pacific Rocket out of the Beach Towel mare Yankee Delray, Pacific Oak, owned by Shirley House and Kerry House, won his 57th race in 340 starts, earning $456,407. Trained and driven by Kenneth Oliver, he paid $4.40 to win.
Both Weskey and Pacific Rocket were profiled in the December 2017 issue of TROT, looking back at their careers as they readied for their final start.
To view Sunday's harness racing results, click on the following link: Sunday Results - Western Fair.


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Chair of Dental Assisting
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Chair of Dental Hygiene
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Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene and Assisting
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Adjunct - Nursing and Health Professions
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Kimberly Parsons is a doctorally prepared educator who holds licensure/certification in the fields of Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting. Dr. Parsons has clinical practice experience in both dental hygiene and dental assisting, in addition to years of experience as an educator. She enjoys mentoring students and facilitating their growth as new professionals. Dr. Parsons serves as the Chair of the Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene Programs in addition to her teaching responsibilities.
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EdD Grand Canyon University
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DTAS 156 Human Systems I
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DTAS 166 Human Systems II
DTAS 175 Preventive Dentistry
DTAS 291 Expanded Functions Dental Assisting
DTHY 303 Oral Radiology Laboratory
DTHY 314 Oral Anatomy
DTHY 315 Oral Embryology and Histology
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DTHY 318 Preventive Oral Health II
DTHY 422 Clinical Applications of Periodontology
DTHY 423 Pain Management Laboratory
DTHY 342 Dental Hygiene Clinic I
DTHY 442 Dental Hygiene Clinic III
DTHY 452 Dental Hygiene Clinic IV
DTHY 457 Professional and Current Issues in Oral Health Care
HP 115 Medical Terminology
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Parsons, K. M. (2016). Can the dental hygiene admission interview predict success on national dental hygiene board examinations? Canyon Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 5(1).
Parsons, K. M. & Bartek, J. K. (2016). Early caries intervention: A collaborative approach. Dental Economics, 106(7), 73-78.
Parsons, K. M. (2016). The management of oral lichen planus. Dental Economics, 106(6), 91-95.
Parsons, K. M. (2015). Dental hygiene program admission criteria: Do they result in student success after graduation? Protest Digital Dissertations.
Parsons, K. M. & Schnieder, A. J. (2014). Clinical considerations for treating the dental patient with ALS. RDH, 34(7), 81-84.
Parsons, K. M. (2014). What are they thinking? Dental assisting students' feelings about e-books. Tech Trends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning, 58(2). 78-86.
Parsons, K. M. & Holt, E. R. (2012). Share your future with an e-portfolio. Access, May/June, 19-21.
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American Dental Education Association
American Dental Hygienists' Association
American Dental Assistants' Association
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Getting a head start on the future is what one New Bremen High School senior is focusing on right now. With only a few months left in school year, Ben Kuck is getting a head start on life after education. Over the holiday break Kuck began an internship with Thieman Quality Metals in New Bremen, spending some hours on the weekend getting some lower level experience in a field he is hoping to make a career in.
Tinkering with objects has been an interest for Kuck since he was a kid, starting first with LEGO sets he had growing up. He attributes a lot of this hobby to his older brothers who also built objects out of LEGOs.
His fondness of tinkering has lead him to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering at either the University of Dayton or Rose Hulman Institute of Technology. Kuck managed to work in the internship with Thiemans despite keeping a very packed schedule with sports, clubs and time spent with his church's youth group. With NBHS alone he is a member of the football, basketball and baseball teams, president of FFA, National Honors Society and the senior class, vice president of the science club and a member of the Student District Leadership Team. But with all the many groups he's a member of, he said being on the football team is his favorite.
He started playing when he was in seventh grade and despite not having a long history with the sport, the comradery he has built with his teammates is something he is the most proud of. Something he says paid off this football season when the team went 6-4 overall and 4-4 in the MAC, the first winning season since 2004.
Something else that made this year's football season special for Kuck was that on top of their wins, this group of seniors is the first group to spend all four years under head Coach Chris Schmidt. Although he keeps a busy schedule, holding himself to a high standard is something he said sets him apart from other students. His parents — Bob and Cheryl Kuck — have always pushed him, but so did his brothers.
While comradery with his team is something Kuck holds close as he nears his graduation, but he also appreciates the comradery he has with the rest of his school and with the community of New Bremen.
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How and what we measure in animal studies of pain has huge implications for clinical translation. We speak with Jeffrey Mogil, E. P. Taylor Professor of Pain Studies and Canada Research Chair in the Genetics of Pain at McGill University, Quebec, Canada, to find out more.
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Pain is the most prevalent – and arguably the most important – human health problem in the world. It's also a huge scientific challenge; studying it has a range of unique problems.
Up until a few years ago, my research focused almost exclusively on the genetics of pain, but in recent years it has become more diverse. We have major focuses on sex differences in pain, developing new models and measures of pain, in addition to social modulation of pain, in both mice and humans. Our results so far tell us that the way we conduct both animal and human studies in pain has a lot of room for improvement.
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It is now known that there are huge and surprising sex differences in pain. In a study published last year, we found that male and female mice process certain types of pain using different immune cells altogether (1). And yet a lot of animal studies use only male rodents, on the incorrect assumption that data from females will be more variable. In many cases then, we have been studying only one of two parallel pathways – completely ignoring the pathway that applies to women, who make up the vast majority of pain patients. I firmly believe that all researchers should be using animals of both sexes all the time.
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Only the patent proprietor filed an appeal against the decision of the Opposition Division (OD) to maintain the opposed patent in amended form, according to the main request on file. The appellant argued that he was adversely affected by the finding of the OD that the priority claim was not valid.
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[1] The present appeal does not aim at a modification of the impugned decision as such but only at the acknowledgement of the validity of the priority claim […] to French patent application n° 0304203.
[2] In said decision the OD has established that the patent under consideration as amended according to the main request of the patent proprietor, complied with the requirements of the EPC (and could, therefore, be maintained provided that the conditions laid down in the Implementing Regulations were fulfilled – A 101(3)). The OD has given reasons for this decision. Among the reasons regarding novelty it has considered that the patent could not validly claim the priority of April 4, 2003, which is the filing date of French application FR 0304203.
[3] However, this consideration of the OD does not prevent the decision from having been taken in full conformity with the (main) request of the patent proprietor, and it does not appear in the order (dispositif) of the decision. It simply constitutes a ground (motif) which as such does not have res judicata authority and which does not bind any national jurisdiction.
Contrary to the argument of the appellant […] it is not a "decision which makes it possible to invoke (rend opposables) [against the patent] all documents that have been published between the priority date and the effective filing date, as well as all disclosures, public uses etc. having taken place during that same period of time." Rather, it is a reasoning supporting the decision which as such has granted, within the framework of an interlocutory decision, the whole (main) request of the patent proprietor as filed before the OD.
[4] In agreement with the established case law of the Boards of appeal (see T 84/02 as an example among a great number of decisions), such a ground, even if it is not in favour of the patent proprietor, does not adversely affect him and, consequently, cannot be challenged pursuant to A 107.
[5] The appellant has referred to decision T 73/88 where the following is stated:
"In the event of an appeal being filed by an opponent, however, if the patentee wishes to contend that such adverse reasoning was wrong [in the case under consideration, to overcome the objections against [the validity of] the priority claim, as in the present case] he should set out his grounds for so contending in his observations […] in reply to the statement of grounds of appeal, by way of cross- appeal."
He has argued that this sentence showed that the question of whether a priority claim is valid is a claim (prétention) of the patent proprietor because it can be the object of a cross-appeal, and that granting or refusing this right is a substantive decision with regard to a claim of the patent proprietor and not just a simple ground of the decision. Decision T 84/02 cited by the opponents and by the Board and decision T 73/88 are, therefore, contradictory, and, moreover, contrary to balance between the parties.
The Board admits that the expression "by way of cross-appeal" does not fit very well into the procedural system of appeals under the EPC. However, the cited sentence is directed at means of defence of the patent proprietor in the case where an (admissible) appeal has been filed by the opponent. It does not deal with the requirements of A 107 regarding an appeal filed by the patent proprietor and, therefore, it does not support the present argumentation of the patent proprietor. […]
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Dirty Blondes from Beyond (2012)
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With the Galaxy under attack, Princess Farra and her beautiful bodyguard flee to a strange alien planet - Earth. They are pursued by the evil Empress and her henchwoman.
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