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Gadget – Wikipedia
A gadget is a small tool such as a machine that has a particular function, but is often thought of as a novelty.[1] Gadgets are sometimes referred to as gizmos.
|Look up gadget in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.
The etymology of the word is disputed. The word first appears as reference to an 18th-century tool in glassmaking that was developed as a spring pontil.[2] As stated in the glass dictionary published by the Corning Museum of Glass, a gadget is a metal rod with a spring clip that grips the foot of a vessel and so avoids the use of a pontil. Gadgets were first used in the late 18th century.[3] According to the Oxford English Dictionary, there is anecdotal (not necessarily true) evidence for the use of "gadget" as a placeholder name for a technical item whose precise name one can't


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9 reviews for De-Stress
Been using this product off and on again for a few months now. Full of solid natural ingredients that are scientifically proven to reduce stress. I have been using nootropics for a while now, and this formula has got some ingredients that are great for anxiety reduction. L-theanine, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, magnesium. Amino acids, adaptogens, and some minerals are all present in this stack. Don't expect a benzo like effect but taken preemptively it's great to prevent general/social anxiety and boost overall mood.
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Operation Retroshock - Episode 60 (E3 Follow Up)
Welcome Everyone to Episode 60 of Operation Retroshock!
In this Episode Allan and Chris follow up on E3 2013 after the dramatic but not surprising back track by Microsoft and their policies in regards to the Xbox One.
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News Archive
Loan Report16 April 2018
It was a positive weekend for the Chesterfield loanees after their respective clubs were victorious at the weekend.
Loan Report4 April 2018
Spireites striker Ricky German, was among the goal scorers as Matlock Town came back from 2-0 down to defeat local rivals Buxton 3-2 at Silverlands last night.
Loan Report26 March 2018
Marshall Willock made his Matlock Town debut on Saturday, playing 75 minutes for the Gladiators in their 1-0 loss at Rushall Olympic.
Teenage Defender Moves on Loan23 March 2018
Young defender Marshall Willock has joined neighbouring non-league team Matlock Town on loan.
Youth Team Extend Unbeaten Run26 February 2018
The youth team extended their unbeaten run in the EFL Youth Alliance North East to four matches on Saturday, following a 1-1 draw away at Oldham Athletic.
Spireites Defeat Magpies in Friendly6 February 2018
Chesterfield defeated Notts County 2-1 in a behind closed doors match at the Proact this afternoon.
GALLERY: Chesterfield Royal Hospital Visit19 December 2017
The Spireites squad and staff made their annual Chesterfield Royal Hospital yesterday afternoon to spread some Christmas cheer!
Loan Report27 November 2017
Ricky German was the only Spireite to feature out on-loan this week, when Matlock Town took on Halesowen Town FC.
Loan Report20 November 2017
In this week's loan report we take a look at how young Spireites Ricky German and Marshall Willock fared at their respective clubs.
Willock: "The lads are buzzing."15 November 2017
Chesterfield defender Marshall Willock captured the mood of the youth team dressing room after they progressed to the third round of the FA Youth Cup, thanks to a 2-1 victory over Port Vale last...


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ROCKFORD — One by one, the 26 boats that competed in Monday's IHSA Pierce Lake Bass Fishing Sectional weighed in their fish, and the number to beat continued to rise, all leading up to North Boone (1).
With all eyes watching, North Boone (1), the final team to tally up its fish, stole the show. The boat that was charged up early on by what turned into the catch of the day from Nicholas Knabe, took home top honors in both the Big Fish category and in the team total standings, and in commanding fashion. Now the same North Boone (1) squad — comprised of Knabe, Kamil Walker, Ryan Skinner and Hayden Brown — will look to lead the charge to the May 18-19 state bass fishing tournament at Carlyle Lake, about 280 miles straight south of Rockford.
The top three boats from each sectional advanced. While Stillman Valley (1) and Belvidere North (1) gave charge, and eventually earned bids to state, North Boone (1) couldn't be touched, winning it all by nearly 5 pounds. Knabe's big catch of the morning won by almost a pound in and of itself.
And the big prize didn't come easy, either.
"It was a good fighter, and it made us work for sure," Knabe said of the 5.42-pound beast. He crushed the previous top fish, a 4.43-pound whopper caught by Stillman Valley's Pierce Knarr. "As soon as it hit, it took off, and starting dragging my pole around. I knew right away it was a big one. I knew we had to get it into the boat."
They did; and they kept coming from there. North Boone (1) was one of only a handful of boats to reach the five-fish limit, and one of only four boats to reach double digits in total weight.
"It was sort of a slow start, but once Nich got that huge one, it all started to flow," Walker said. "Everyone contributed; everyone had a keeper. And we caught like 15 fish all day. That's a haul."
The best of the day, by far. Stillman Valley (1), led by Knarr, who netted four of the team's five counting fish, finished up with 14.45 pounds all together, an easy runner up. Belvidere North (1), however, squeaked into the final qualifying spot, posting 10.01 pounds, to edge Durand (1), which weighed in at 10.00.
"It was fun while it lasted on the hot seat," said Belvidere North (1) fisherman Justin Kloc, who along with teammate Isaac Hernandez (some boats had two people fishing, some three, some four), spent nearly 10 minutes in the Leader's Chairs on stage.
"It just feels amazing to get to state," Hernandez added.
Knarr and his Stillman Valley (1) teammates Tyler Carow and Payton Olson felt the same.
"I was hot today, and I was thinking 'We better make it to state,'" Knarr said. He also said he had a potential Big Fish winner that got away earlier in the day that could have bumped the Cardinals' fishermen into first. "It was a steady grind, and of course there's that one, that one that somehow slipped away. But I finally stuck that big one, and now we're going to state, so we've got another chance at it, too."
Last year Byron was the top local boat at state, finishing 18th overall with a little over 5 pounds, while Rochelle took 21st and Guilford 43rd. None of those boats advanced this time around.
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Yuma Community TheaterCategory: Art & Artists
2874 E. 16th St
Yuma, AZ 85364
YCT markets its productions throughout Yuma county to all ages and economic groups by way of public service announcements, newsletters and emails to its members, advertising in newspapers, magazines and radio, as well as public appearances donated by the media. All actors and members are volunteers from the local community who are interested in helping preserve and promote live theater in Yuma, Arizona. Audiences are comprised of a diverse mix of residents and seasonal visitors who enjoy seeing their friends and neighbors present live, local theater productions.


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Don't Stalk People in Supermarkets, it's Weird.
We live in a quiet town on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and the school Ruth works at is relatively new and whilst the facilities are absolutely brilliant, it does mean one thing, outside of other teachers in the school, there are almost zero expats living in the area. As amazing and impressive as the Malaysian, Chinese and Korean kids in L's class are at being bi-lingual there is inevitably still a bit of a language barrier at this age. L is also the oldest in the class by quite a way so finding another four year old who is able to recite the entire transcript of 'The princess and the frog' in their second language, which is pretty much all L wants to play, is not an easy task.
It's important for young kids to have different groups of friends, especially when coming from a pretty close community in England where both kids had a lot of different friendships groups. Whilst she has made a handful of good friends here already, she would certainly benefit from widening that circle. We signed her up for various classes like swimming and gymnastics lessons for a while but it didn't really work out for various reasons.
As there are very few expats around, 9 times out of 10 when you see one wandering around, you expect to know who they are, the other day however this wasn't the case. Me and T were loitering outside the supermarket and I saw a Dad with a young girl, about L's age wander in. They didn't look like tourists, the Dad didn't have a camera around his neck, nor was he sporting a socks and sandals combo, he was walking with a purpose, this guy wasn't on holiday, he was a full-on resident with a daughter the same age as mine! These two are going to be best friends!
So What Now?
Was I literally going to following this family of expats into the supermarket to try and strike up a conversation with the hope of getting his daughter to be friends with mine? I haven't chatted anyone up in 10 years! I mean I know I have a different agenda this time but I've still got butterflies, not only am I out of practice, but I don't I think my usual 'shimmying on over the dancefloor' will have the desired effect this time either.
(I say that as if it ever worked…it never ever did)
So rather than me retelling it, I'll just show you a screenshot of my texts to Ruth as and when it was unfolding.
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QUIZ: How well do you know the original Indiana Jones trilogy?
We're looking for Ireland's biggest Indiana Jones fan.
It's not Christmas without getting stuck into the Indiana Jones trilogy - what, Kingdom of the Crystal Skull? Never heard of it, mate - and despite the fact that you've probably seen them all 1,374 times before, they continue to get better the more you watch them.
We know that it's impossible to switch over from an Indiana Jones film.
Of course, we've seen Indy search for the Ark of the Covenant, escape The Temple of Doom, and reunite with his father in pursuit of the Holy Grail, but how well were you paying attention?
We've got 30 questions here to test your knowledge - 10 for each film - and if you can get anything above 25, you truly deserve that fortune and glory, kid.
Fortune and glory.
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List the three different types of heat illnesses associated with fluid loss.
Identify the precautions to be taken when exercising in extreme weather and/or environmental conditions.
Participate in moderate physical activity on a daily basis.
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Students will be able to understand the 3 types of heat injuries and how to self-report or identify an issue with their classmates
Students will be able to determine how much fluid intake their require to stay safe in the heat
Students will be able to read a heat index chart
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Introductions and PE guidelines
Reading on heat injuries, hydration and heat indices
Baseline fitness assessment
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Weekly participation grade
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The Bronxton Roll Up Leather Case is made almost entirely with products and labor sourced within USA. Cases are made with Horween Leather. The Roll Up case measures 8″ x 12″, it contains a total of 7 slots, 5 of them are 1″ and 2 are 1.5″ with a single adjustable 26″ long suede strap. It also features duo internal suede flaps measuring 4.25″ each to better protect contents, helping to prevent items from coming too close to contact.
The Case is great to carry and protect collectables, tools, jewelery, watches, cables and any other nicknacks you might want to keep organized.


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Let's make 2018 a great year! Deciding to take up volunteer work is not just a popular New Year's resolution but is also a great way to meet new people and give back to your community. For those interested in exploring Japanese culture here in Phoenix, here are some organizations that could use a helping hand:
Japanese Friendship Garden
We often feature the garden on our page. It is such a lovely place to experience a slice of Japan here in Arizona. The garden hosts regular events and classes at reasonable prices, or patrons can choose to explore the garden at their own pace.
What better way to offer support than to volunteer? The garden is looking for helpers to assist with tea ceremonies, giving guided tours, special events, gardening and more. Note: volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Visit the garden's Volunteer Page to find more information and download an application.
Japanese Culture Club of Arizona
The Japanese Culture Club's mission is to "educate the public regarding Japanese Culture through goodwill." In addition to posting Japanese related events on their website, this non-profit also sponsors and hosts cultural activities here in town. The club regularly looks for volunteers "to assist with special program setup, events, and general club administration assistance."
Visit the club website for more information and to contact the board members to ask about volunteering.
Arizona Matsuri
Our state's largest Japanese cultural event, the Arizona Matsuri, is taking place on February 24 and 25, 2018 at the Heritage Science Park in Phoenix. Every year the festival organizers are looking for volunteers to help events run smoothly during the weekend. Volunteers are slotted in four-hour shifts, so there will be plenty of time to enjoy the festival as a guest before or after helping out.
Interesed volunteers can sign up on the Arizona Matsuri website.
Host a Student from Japan
There are many non-profit organizations looking for host families in the greater Phoenix area. High school aged students from Japan as well as countries all around the world come to experience American culture and improve their English skills by living with Arizona families and attending local schools. Families in turn learn about their students' cultures and develop lasting relationships.
I personally recommend hosting through the Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) after working for the organization and hosting a student from Japan through the organization. (Pictures here!) The non-profit offers a solid support network and has been around since 1947.
Other popular organizations include Educatius and the American Homestay Network (for college students). Before deciding to host, though, be sure to thoroughly research the organization and the commitment involved when becoming a host parent.
Thank you in advance for helping to support your community! Feel free to post additional volunteer opportunities in the comments section below.


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The word came out just recently about Nintendo's sales and profit figures, and the word sounded like a disaster the second it hit. While earlier word suggested profits afoot for Nintendo in its fiscal year, the newest reports hit like a blue turtle shell in the last lap of a "Mario Kart" race, and end with losses.
Nintendo warned investors in April that the company was likely to not see earlier projections of a $539 million net profit, but rather would instead take a $240 million loss in its fiscal year. That's a drop of fully 36 percent when matched against just last year, and perhaps the biggest reason as to why is the horrifically low sales of Nintendo's newest home console, the Wii U.
Nintendo proceeded to make a bad situation even worse, describing how the company sold just 2.8 million Wii U devices for the entirety of the fiscal year, bad enough in isolation, but even worse when compared to the much shorter term numbers posted by the Sony PlayStation 4 and the Microsoft Xbox One: Sony has over seven million such devices shipped, and Microsoft is around five million. What's worse, those are the numbers just since November; for roughly half of Nintendo's fiscal year, neither PlayStation 4 nor Xbox One existed.
What's worse is that not even the release of several major new games seemed to help. There was "Pikmin 3," "Super Mario 3D World," and "Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze," but that seemed insufficient to draw new players to the player base. What's more, with fewer systems in play in the overall ecosystem, so too are there fewer opportunities to sell the software, which means developers will take a hit as games developed for the platform sell fewer copies overall.
However, there is reportedly a plan to help Nintendo turn around, as noted—though not really elaborated on—by Nintendo's president, Satoru Iwata. Not surprisingly, it revolves around the upcoming Electronics Entertainment Expo, or E3, event, regarded as pretty much the capitol of video game news releasing for the year. Reports suggest that the company will be bringing out a special "digital event" during the show to help demonstrate new products, including the latest releases in the popular "Super Smash Bros." fighting game line.
Is this bad news for Nintendo? Make no mistake, it is. No company, not even one of Nintendo's sheer size and pull in the industry, can sustain those kinds of losses for any length of time, so clearly, Nintendo must do something to pull out of this tailspin and get back in the black. Of course, we've heard some ideas come out of Nintendo previously, like stepping up its involvement in the healthcare industry, but clearly Nintendo could use some more powerful draws to get into its systems. Nintendo's been working with indie developers, as well as with more and more varied platforms to develop on, but the key point seems to be here that Nintendo needs draws. We've seen that there's plenty of room in the sector for indie gaming, but Nintendo needs the numbers on its side.
Interestingly, a point from the Wii itself may hold something of the key here; with the Wii, as compared to the Xbox 360 and the PlayStation 3, it was all about gameplay. If Nintendo can get back to that, presenting that unusual style of gameplay—think about games like "Rayman: Raving Rabbids," or the "Trauma Center" series or even "Real Heroes: Firefighter"--and a clear possibility emerges. Indeed, it may not just be about the games, but rather the gameplay as well, presenting new options for Nintendo's ultimate success, using the new controls in a fashion that gamers can't help but enjoy...and certainly, not ignore.
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Rick Schroeder, who as a player helped the UC Santa Cruz men's volleyball team reach the Molton D-III title match in 2010, was named Aptos High's new boys volleyball coach on Monday.
Schroeder played four years at Woodbridge High in Southern California, and two years at Orange Coast College before joining the Slugs. He graduated from UCSC with a degree in Sociology.
Schroeder, the boys program director and the 15U head coach for the Main Beach Volleyball Club, has nine years of coaching experience. He is also an assistant coach for the undefeated and defending state champion Cabrillo College women's team.
Schroeder previously was the head coach at Soquel for three years, coached at Harbor, Woodbridge, and for the Balboa Bay Volleyball Club and the Orange County Volleyball Club.
Men's basketball
At UCSC 57, Redlands 55, OT >> Jared Ponce scored 22 points, with four 3-pointers, and the host Slugs won in overtime at the Hilton Opening Weekend Kickoff at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
Kyle Creighton added eight points for the Slugs (1-1), who host Whittier in the Holiday Inn Express Classic on Friday at 6 p.m.
Forward Aljose Bjekovic had 17 points and 11 defensive rebounds to lead the Bulldogs (0-2), who lost in overtime for the second time. Teammate Sean Miller, a guard, led Redlands with 18 points.
The Bulldogs made 19 of 21 free-throw attempts.
Women's basketball
At UCSC 73, Cal Lutheran 48 >> Sarah Mackey had 21 points and six rebounds to lead the Slugs past Cal Lutheran at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
UCSC made 13 of 25 3-point attempts (54.2 percent) and 16 of 19 free-throw attempts.
Leah Parrish had 13 points and 11 rebounds for the Slugs and teammates Erin Joo and Geena Giovannetti each scored 10 points.
Guard Chelsea Jacoby had 13 points to lead Cal Lutheran and teammate Jessica Salottolo, also a guard, had 10 points and 10 rebounds.
The Slugs (2-0) play at Willamette in Oregon on Saturday at 6 p.m.
LEVITRE'S STREAK AT 90 >> Tennessee offensive lineman Andy Levitre made his 26th straight start for the Titans and 90th straight in his six-year career, but the Titans lost 27-24 to the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers.
Levitre, a San Lorenzo Valley High alum, and the Titans (2-8) play at Philadelphia (7-3) on Sunday.
Youth football
Scotts Valley wins San Jose PAL Championship >> Scotts Valley completed its San Jose Police Activities League season in the Midget Division by rallying from a two-touchdown deficit at halftime to pull out a 24-20 win over Hayward Lancers on Sunday night at Spartan Stadium in San Jose.
The winning team, coached by Dave Conte, is comprised of seventh and eight graders from Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley. It finishes the season at 11-0.
Halfback Kyle Rajala ran for a touchdown and passed for another. He also kicked three PATs, which are worth two points each.
Running back/receiver Taj Glasky had a touchdown run and scoring reception.


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Carrier's Address / To the Patrons of / The Evening Critic. / January 1, 1884. / [followed by two poems printed in two columns, the first of four stanzas of 8 lines each, the second "Au Revoir," of four quatrains and signed in type "Critic Carrier Pigeon"]
[Washington, DC]: The Evening Critic, 1884. Printed broadside, 10 1/4 x 8 1/2 inches (trimmed, only the right edge remains of the printed ornamental border enclosing "A Happy New Year."), on pink paper. Both poems commenting on the passing of time and the promise of the future. The Evening Critic was a daily, published in Washington, D.C., 1881-1885, succeeded by The Washington Critic. Not recorded on OCLC. Laid down on pink paper, some rubbing and fading, but a good copy of a scarce carrier's address. (#4991). Item #58064
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University ranked number one in the Russell Group
We've been ranked number one in the Russell Group in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2017. Results published today (Thursday 23 March 2017) also ranked us top three overall for student experience for the sixth year running and joint first for our library services. Our Students' Union has been voted best in the UK for the ninth consecutive year.
The findings from the annual survey of 15,826 students reaffirm our University as a unique place to study and a global leader in research and teaching, as well as an institution giving students an unrivalled, rich experience in a city unlike any other in the UK.
Our Students' Union, located at the heart of campus, plays a key role in the student experience, offering over 300 student clubs and societies and a place where talented students from across the globe can come together to try new activities, exceed their expectations and make new friends.
Another example of the University's commitment to student experience is the global #WeAreInternational campaign, which demonstrates the importance of providing the best support for learners from across the world. The campaign, which is now backed by more than 100 universities, education institutions and international organisations, was jointly founded by our University's President and Vice-Chancellor and the Students' Union. Supported by cross-parliamentary MPs, the campaign highlights the crucial value of international students to the UK.
Professor Wyn Morgan, our Vice-President for Education, said: "We are delighted to be rated once again so highly for our exceptional student experience.
"We take great pride in offering a student experience that is both enriching and inspiring as we know making the choice as to where to study is about more than simply an investment in your career.
We take great pride in offering a student experience that is both enriching and inspiring
Professor Wyn Morgan, Vice-President for Education
He added: "Results from this vital student survey vary annually but we're proud that Sheffield is unique in having consistently been in the top three universities. Combined with the Students' Union's ninth consecutive top place ranking, it is clear the University of Sheffield continues to offer the best student experience in the country."
The results are part of a run of success for the University's Students' Union, which last week topped the Student Barometer survey, taking the number one spot with 98 per cent satisfaction.
Dominic Trendall, President of our Students' Union, said: "We're thrilled that students have rated Sheffield Students' Union the best in the UK and the University in the top three of UK universities.
"This is a testament to our brilliant services and facilities available to students and all the dedicated staff, students and volunteers who work incredibly hard to create a truly inclusive community that Sheffield students love to be a part of. I'm proud to think that we offer one of the best university experiences that students will cherish for the rest of their lives."


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Al-Quds Al-Arabi – Apr. 27, 2019, issue 9527, p. 22
Approaching the end of the first year since the abolition from Washington of the nuclear agreement with the Iranian government, we can say that it did not have the impact that most observers expected, nor was it proportional to the level of the warnings of US officials, led by Trump. The economic sanctions imposed on 4 November last year were expected to lead to a rapid fall in the economic structure of the Iranian regime, while preventing Tehran from exporting natural gas and oil and leading to a popular revolt that would upset the regime from within. But the surprise was to allow Tehran to continue exporting oil to eight countries, thus abolishing the true meaning of these sanctions.
Despite the pressure from the US and the European pressure under the table, Tehran continued its military tactics internally and regionally through its militias. Its ballistic program has shifted from internal to regional, as it was confirmed by many Israeli media reports that referred to the development by the Iranian regime of many military laboratories belonging to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Guards (IRGC). This is a dangerous development for the American presence in the region and its strategic ally, Israel. On the other hand, Iran's secret nuclear program, details of which Tel Aviv published last year, is far from the eyes of international observers, as Tehran continues to deny its existence. Meanwhile, it continues its project in the Middle East, supporting the Assad regime in Syria and the Lebanese militia of Hezbollah by military means and sending ammunition to the Houthis militia in Yemen. This setting leads all of us who are watching the Middle East wondering what the next step of the US will be?
In mid-April, Washington announced its next step, with the inclusion of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards and all their brigades into the US list of terrorist organizations. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards represent the spearhead of the Iranian regime in the Middle East and recently in Africa. This move is bound to affect politically and militarily throughout the Middle East. Through this decision, Washington will be able to totally prevent any country or company from selling arms to Tehran. It also gives Washington the right to target this militia anywhere, whether inside or outside Iran. It is also likely that Washington will publish in the next few days more details on how to handle militia arms trading in the region.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards are not just an armed militia but an integrated organization that has banks, agricultural, trading and shipping companies. Washington may impose a financial embargo preventing any kind of transaction with these businesses. Along with this step, the Pentagon issued a warning to all US units in the Middle East region in general and out of it, in Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon, in a way that suggests the possibility of going to direct war despite continued denial of US officials.
In the economic field, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced on the 22nd of this month the cancellation of Washington's waiver for eight countries on the ban on buying Iranian oil and stressed that the US government would work to reach exports of Iranian oil to zero. Ιn contact with a senior Greek official, he assured me that Greece, one of the eight excluded countries, has received a direct message from Washington, requiring to stop the import of Iranian oil, which began earlier this month. Athens is now alternatively buying oil from Algeria. Through Pompeo's press conference becomes clear that Washington had contacted in advance the eight countries on this issue. In order to understand the gravity of this step, we must refer to the statements of a series of Iranian officials led by Khamenei, who emphasized that Iran's blockade of oil sales is equivalent to a declaration of war.
As far as the numbers are concerned, 40 to 50% of the Iranian regime's revenue, estimated at $50 billion a year, comes from the sale of oil. Therefore, the Iranian government, which is already financially tired, will face a new budget deficit close to 50%. Possibly, both China and Turkey may oppose this move, but most likely they are in line with Washington's desire. Turkey, which imported from Iran 800,000 barrels a day last summer, imported only 250,000 barrels last month. In the same context, the Pentagon sent 5th fleet warships to move to the Straits of Hormuz from early this month as a message to Tehran not to recklessly go into their closure.
From a political point of view, the announcement of the resignation of Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and its revocation by necessity, a few days ago due to the European Union's inability to overcome US sanctions, is indicative of the failure of the Iranian political system. The language of ballistic missiles adopted by Tehran in the Middle East has become politically untenable. But things do not stop at this point. In Syria, the controversy with its strategic ally, Moscow, is rising more and more. According to local sources, there is tension between the two sides militarily, economically and politically. The Russians have begun to remove the Tehran backed militias from Western Syria in a manner that suggests sharing power, while the sudden and urgent signing of the Tartus port contract is a preventive step towards any move by Iran towards the Syrian coast. On the other hand, the visit of bin Salman to Islamabad last month has a profound meaning that may affect Tehran's relations with Pakistan. In the light of Washington's approach to a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Afghanistan, Tehran loses another card of pressure in the region.
Following the announcement of the US Attorney General on the details of the Mueller report on the role of Moscow in taking over the White House leadership by Trump, which confirmed the absence of irrefutable evidence that would put him in a circle of indictments and dangers, the atmosphere in Washington is not good for Tehran and its allies in Middle East. Trump remains in power for another two years with high indicators for his survival in a second presidential term. The bad news about the Iranian regime is not over at this point. Netanyahu managed to win a new election victory that gives him the ground to complete his plans against the Iranian influence in the region. By studying the current map of the Middle East, politically, militarily and economically, we can conclude that the alliance stretching from Tehran to Beirut will have a very hot summer which will start with oil but may end with war.


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Long term goals: I don't write about petrol- fueled generators much as I don't see them as a long term solution to self-reliance. Those generators can work as a short term solution for perhaps a week or two. That will buy you some time and there is nothing wrong with that unless you think there will always be fuel available to buy when you run out. I know standing in line with a bunch of cranky and perhaps desperate people for gas is not something I want to add to my life to-do list.
I'm not saying those generators are bad or evil. They are a normal backup for most folks that go solar. I myself have 2 gas generators on hand and while I don't use them much they are a bit of a security blanket to know I could use them if I needed too. But those generators are not a part of my new energy plan! Based on where I live in Idaho my new energy plan will focus on wood for heat and cooking and Solar energy for most electrical items.
Wood and solar energy are much easier to come by in SW Idaho than any other fuel, based on logistics. I think wood will be the easiest fuel to replace/restock compared to something like propane or gas. Solar energy has a big start up cost and batteries will need to be replaced but I hope to get by long enough for the system to reset and start up again in five to ten years and hopefully I'll survive that long. The immediate benefit is that I can control my energy use and not have the PTBs decide they don't like me and shut off my power.
To install my wood stove I'm looking at a cost of about $1200.00. I will have professional install it to make sure it is safe and up to code. My first purchase will be the wood because in a long term disaster wood becomes instantly valuable and the longer wood dries usually the cleaner it burns. I will be getting mill ends to start and then add apple and cherry wood trimmings from the local orchards for hardwood. That should give me some flexibility in the type fires I can make between a fast hot fire or a slower burning fire. I will be getting all the stove pipe and wall protectors next for safe installation and the the wood stove unless I find a great buy this summer. I have a propane oven and heater as a backup for when I don't want a wood smoke smell coming from my house though wood heat is used a lot here in Idaho.
My solar powered generator will cost about $1000.00 when it is complete but I can buy each item as I can afford it. I have all the parts for a small 60 watt system that is a start on a little bit of electrical power. One thing nice about the AGM batteries is they tend to have very high amp hours compared to other 12 volt batteries. The AGM I got is rated for 55 amp hours and has none of the out gassing that lead acid batteries have, so I can run the generator in the house safely. By building a solar generator I will have the flexibility of using it with my RV or with the house. I will use a small hand cart to move the generator around because those batteries are heavy. My plan is to start with a small 1 battery system on the cart powered by the 60 watts worth of solar panels and a 1100 watt inverter then I will build a second with 2 batteries, a 100 watt panel and a 2000 watt inverter. That should give me some flexibility as well as some redundancy in case something breaks.
I know the up front costs of getting the wood stove and solar power can be a little intimidating especially if you are on a limited income like me. But what I like about this plan is you can by a little at a time and pay cash and by starting with the wood you have a valuable trade item immediately even if you have a disaster or the SHTF before you finish getting the stove. It's the same for the small solar generator each of those items are valuable even if you just use the solar panel and inverter with your car battery or on a RV out camping or tailgating. As for the wood stove the heat from it just feels warmer to me compared to electric heat. It's probably because I love the sight and smell of a burning fire and goes back to the days when fire meant life and kept the "wolves" at bay.


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Data Privacy in China: Civil and Criminal Law Developments
China, like many jurisdictions, has been grappling with the issue of how to protect personal information and data at a time when information tools are becoming increasingly pervasive and sophisticated. People's Republic of China ("PRC") law has not traditionally included robust rights of privacy that can be built upon to take account of modern information technology, although certain notions of an individual right to privacy can be derived from the PRC Constitution and other legislation.
China does not have comprehensive national law focusing exclusively upon the regulation of data privacy. In 2003, the Chinese government began considering the need for such legislation by commissioning a group of legal scholars to prepare what became in 2005 the draft Personal Information Protection Measures (the "Measures"). The Measures have not been adopted to date, and various local governments and courts have taken steps in the interim. Please refer to our earlier client alert for a more detailed discussion of the Measures as well as local regulations and judicial interpretations at: http://www.mofo.com/international/CN_en/news/15332.html.
Significant changes occurred in 2009 with the promulgation of amendments to the Criminal Law (the "Criminal Law Amendments"), which included sanctions for the unlawful disclosure or acquisition of certain kinds of personal data. Over the past seven years, China circulated multiple drafts of a new Tort Liability Law (the "Tort Law") with relatively far-reaching provisions governing data protection and privacy rights. The Criminal Law Amendments and the last draft of the Tort Law are also discussed in the client alert referred to above.
On December 26, 2009, the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress adopted the Tort Law, which will come into effect on July 1, 2010. On the criminal law front, prosecutors have already started to pursue prosecutions under the data privacy provisions of the Criminal Law Amendments, with one case in particular drawing media attention.
This client alert outlines the significance of promulgation of the Tort Law and discusses the import of the recent criminal case.
Tort Liability Law
The final Tort Law promulgated on December 26 confirms the material provisions cited in our previous client alert:
- The right of privacy is a unique type of right separate from other civil rights and interests, although the definition of privacy and the scope of the right are not described in detail.
- Infringement of the right of privacy can give rise to a private right of action for civil damages (i.e., a tort claim).
- A party whose right to privacy is infringed is entitled to claim from the tortfeasor the profits arising from the breach as well as damages for emotional harm.
- A website operator who either recognizes that a party's privacy or other rights are being infringed through content posted on the operator's website or who is warned of such infringement by an affected party and fails to remove the content or adopt other corrective measures, is jointly and severally liable with the party having posted the content.
- If an affected party requests registered information about the party having posted infringing content and the website operator refuses to divulge such information, the website operator itself becomes liable for the infringement. One additional subject matter related to privacy protection addressed in the final version of the Tort Law that was not included in the draft discussed in our prior alert concerns protection of the data privacy of medical patients. The Tort Law requires medical institutions to establish and keep various types of medical records and hold such records private and confidential. A patient has the right to bring a tort claim against a medical institution or its personnel for damages resulting from the unauthorized disclosure of the patient's medical records by the medical institution or such personnel.
On balance, the most significant development from the privacy provisions of the Tort Law is the creation of a new private right of action of an individual to claim damages for breach of his or her privacy right. Whereas past attempts to address misappropriation of personal data had to invoke attenuated references to the General Principles of the PRC Civil Law(the "General Principles"), these General Principles, along with the PRC Constitution and other PRC Civil Code measures, never recognized a private right of action for a breach of one's relatively amorphous "right of privacy."
We expect that future judicial and legislative interpretation of the Tort Law and new legislation will further clarify the nature of this private right of action, presumably in line with the General Principles which are applied to other private rights of action. In particular, we note that the Tort Law explicitly reaffirms one of the general precepts of Chinese law that an employer is responsible for the actions of its employees in the course of performing their work-related tasks, and thus if those actions result in the infringement of an individual's privacy right, the employer may be held liable.
Criminal Conviction in Southern China
On January 3, 2010, a court in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai reportedly convicted a Chinese citizen of the illegal acquisition of someone else's personal information. The individual was sentenced to one and a half years in prison with a fine of 2,000 Renminbi. The case has been described as the first conviction in China under the Criminal Law Amendments.
The case involved a Chinese private citizen who purchased a detailed log of telephone calls made and received by high-ranking local government officials and sold the information to fraudsters who used it to impersonate the officials and convince their friends and relatives that they needed money due to emergency circumstances. Several individuals then transferred money to a bank account under the control of the fraudsters. The fraudsters were convicted of fraud and the individual who purchased and resold the telephone log to the fraudsters was convicted for the illegal acquisition of the personal information of those government officials.
The case is important for its interpretation of the term "severe circumstances" as used in the Criminal Law Amendments. Under Article 7 of the Criminal Law Amendments, a wrongdoer is to be convicted only when, among other things, the circumstances of the case are severe. The language leaves room for interpretation as to how the courts should consider the relevant circumstances to be severe, but presumably the factors could include both the manner in which the information is obtained and the harm which results from misuse of the information.
The case at hand demonstrates the court's belief that one possible set of severe circumstances could be when stolen personal information is later used to commit another crime. This interpretation may soon be reaffirmed in another case in the city of Hangzhou, where a person has been arrested (though not yet convicted) under the same provisions for the sale of personal information of automobile owners to a third party. Purportedly, the information was later used by the third party to engage in blackmail. Another factor which could have led the court in Zhuhai to consider the circumstances to be severe is the target of the stolen information, which were high-ranking local government officials. It will be interesting to see whether a court would consider a different set of facts to be severe, for example where the information was not used to commit a crime but an individual or company nevertheless suffered large monetary losses as a result.
Companies doing business in China should carefully evaluate their business strategies and internal control procedures in light of the potential risks presented by the data privacy provisions of the newly enacted Tort Law and recent judicial interpretations such as the case in Zhuhai. We will continue to monitor developments in this field and update our clients on what those developments could mean for operations in China.
Legal assistant Fang Jingxiao in the firm's Beijing office provided valuable assistance on this article.


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6 Effective Commercial Office Fit Out Ideas For Small Spaces
Do you have a small office space? Worry no more! You can maximize every inch of your workspace through an exceptional fit out. It only takes creativity and resourcefulness to make your tiny area look and feel bigger.
Small office spaces can be redesigned in order to have a better and more comfortable area. You simply need a great office design and build to transform your space. Apparently, a cramped office is bad for the business. It reduces the productivity as well as affects the morale of the employees in more ways you can imagine.
Buying or renting a larger office is way costlier than utilizing what you already have. You just need to plan things well, and you will come up with brilliant ideas to bring out the best in your workspace. So, here are a few tips on how to effectively renovate your small office space into a more functional and convenient one even when you have a tight budget.
Without a doubt, clutter is a major problem when starting an office fit out project. To have an effective and functional tiny space, you need to declutter and sort things out properly. Be sure you know what is still necessary to keep and to make the entire process easier for you. You can create a list of the things you might still need in your space first, for this will help you prioritize the design and layout of your area. Though you can never put a stop on the flow of things into your office, you can at least contain them properly.
Pick out the right layout
Every square foot in your office matters, especially when you have a small area. Enough time and planning is needed to work out your preferred office layout. You have to think about it thoroughly and work with the best people in the field to ensure the improvement as well as efficiency of your office.
Opt for light neutral colors
Colors play a crucial role in an office setting. Let light neutrals inspire employees to work hard and be productive. The lighter color you choose, such as white, beige, pale blue, or green, the more it creates the illusion of a bigger space and makes the area look clean and cool. When you are planning to have an office design and build project, make it a point to select colors that bring lighter vibe and cozy feel to be able to perform well. Moreover, studies have shown that hues and tones help employees get the job done right away with the right atmosphere.
Use multifunctional furniture
Picking the right furniture is also the key to maximizing your tiny office space. Having bulky, big furniture should be avoided to be able to utilize your area properly. Use multifunctional furniture that serve multiple purposes for you to save more space, time, and energy. It is best to choose portable ones, too, which can be folded onto itself or has individual nooks. This way, you are still able to use the space to other important matters and at the same time equip your employees with ample storage space. An organized office leaves a good impression on everyone, so be sure to aim for this all the time.
Invest in good lighting
Another effective way to make your small office space seem larger is through good lighting. Never skimp on the lighting for it can shift the appearance of your area. An office that is well lit creates an airy, open ambiance. Note that you need lighting on three levels—table level, eye level, and floor level. Once you have these, your office will look brighter and more inviting than ever. And if you have a space that has little to no natural light, the use of good lighting is absolutely essential.
Install mirrors
Did you know that mirrors are a huge trick to make a cramped area look spacious? Now you know! With a reliable commercial office fit out, you can have mirrors installed strategically in your space. Because of their reflective properties, mirrors can distribute and reflect light efficiently. Additionally, you can hang mirrors in the center of your area or opposite a window to reflect the view from the outside.
By following the valuable commercial office fit out tips specified above, your small office space won't just look and feel bigger, but also practical and functional. There is no need for you to raise a huge amount of money to revamp your space. All you need is creativity, effort, hard work, determination, and patience to work it out effectively.
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If your loved one has Alzheimer's disease and wears dentures, you may need to provide assistance to them. In the earliest stages of the disease and possibly up to the middle stages, this assistance may include providing them with reminders, coaching them through proper denture care, and even offering support.
As your loved one transitions into the late stage of the disease, it is quite possible that you will have to completely take responsibility for their denture care and other oral health needs. In this guide, you will learn some strategies for properly caring for the dental health of your loved one.
Make Contact with a Dental Professional
The first step in caring for the dental health of a loved one with Alzheimer's disease is to contact a dental professional. It is likely that your loved one has an established provider.
Make an appointment with that provider. Once at the appointment, explain the Alzheimer's diagnosis and create a care regiment for your loved one's dental health and denture care. The disease is progressive and can advance quickly.
The care regimen will ensure that dental health issues do not develop and result in further health complications. There should be – at least – one denture checkup a year. Additionally, you should request that your loved one's name be added to the acrylic on the dentures in case they misplace them and others find them.
Denture Care Steps
The next step for caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's that wears dentures is to learn how to properly care for those dentures.
The following outlines some basic measures that should be taken. You may obtain additional steps and information from their dental care provider:
- After your loved one has completed a meal, their dentures should be removed and thoroughly cleaned. You must be careful to avoid breakage. In case of accidental drops, you should place a soft cloth in the sink.
- A toothbrush and warm water should be used to clean the food debris from the dentures. When brushing, use only a toothbrush that has soft bristles and clean the dentures very gently.
- When your loved one takes a nap or goes to bed at night, you should ensure that the dentures are taken out of the mouth and that they are placed in a denture soaking device that includes a gentle denture cleansing agent.
Denture Fit
Individuals with Alzheimer's disease eventually lose their ability to communicate effectively. If your loved one wears dentures, you should monitor them closely to ensure that they continue to fit.
Dentures that do not fit right could result in aesthetic issues, sore spots, issues in chewing, and even the onset of infections in the mouth. Evaluate the mouth for sore spots, red areas, swollen areas, exposed gums, and bad breath.
You should also watch your loved one to see if they display signs that they are in pain or uncomfortable.
In some cases, it may be far better to have dental implants (as opposed to dentures). This would eliminate worries about losing the device, chewing issues, sore spots and much more.
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EIOPA publishes Opinion providing practical recommendations on internal models
- NCAs should require the risks related to Sovereign Exposures to be appropriately taken into account in internal models;
- Guidance for NCAs to assess applications prepared in the absence of some related formal decisions, including decisions on granting equivalence to third countries; and
- NCAs should carry out comparative studies at the NCA level and contribute to and make use of corresponding studies on the EU level coordinated by EIOPA.
EIOPA has identified these areas where the existing different approaches would lead to inconsistent approaches for internal models which could jeopardise the joint decision-making processes for group internal models and harm convergence across Member States.
Gabriel Bernardino, Chairman of EIOPA, said: "Being an innovative element in the Solvency II framework, internal models is an area particularly prone to inconsistent approaches. The purpose of this Opinion is to promote convergent supervisory practices in this critical area of Solvency II. Later on, we will engage in a follow-up exercise with the NCAs to understand what actions have been taken in light of our Opinion and consider the further measures required".
EIOPA will continue monitoring the approval processes of internal models and working on their convergence to ensure a common Union supervisory culture and consistent supervisory practices.
The Opinion on Internal Models can be viewed here


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Ipsos MORI is a large research group based in the UK, who conduct surveys on behalf of other commercial companies, groups, and UK governing bodies as one aspect of their business.
Ipsos MORI are currently conducting a telephone survey in the Lochgelly area, as part of a survey looking at community issues and perceptions in Fife.
One of our volunteers were contacted today, and took the time to answer the survey. The initial opening questions were general questions about the local area, but once the survey started going more in-depth, the focus of the majority of the questions were about ExxonMobil and Shell operations at the Mossmorran plant.
Questions all relate to operations at the Mossmorran plant, and how effective are the operators in engaging with the local community, engaging with local representatives, supporting local communities, minimising flaring, noise and light pollution.
Another section of the survey deals with transparency, in trying to find out ways of how the plant operators can keep you up to date of developments at the plant, and what other information you would be interested in. Options included being kept informed of the voluntary work of staff, donations to local groups, safety issues, air quality, emergency plans, and would you like to be informed via a dedicated website, community sites, local news, television, radio, email, texts, and through local representatives.
Two of our volunteers were at a site visit organised by Benarty Community Council, who have also expressed health concerns about plant operations, whereby a representative of one of the companies did highlight the LoSW survey and that they intended to conduct a survey of their own. Although the Ipsos MORI survey did not disclose who they were conducting the survey for, it may be a possibility that it is being conducted on behalf of ExxonMobil and Shell.
However, if the survey is being conducted on behalf of ExxonMobil and Shell, it would have been more positive and conductive if representatives from ExxonMobil and Shell could hold regular public meetings in the areas affected to allow members of the public to ask questions and highlight issues, and get those questions and issues addressed, rather than a telephone survey which will only give a limited set of responses available, and once more not fully address local concerns and issues.
Once the survey has been completed, we fully expect the positive aspects of the survey to be published into the public domain through the local media. If we were of a more cynically minded nature, we would consider that this survey currently being undertaken, is perhaps an attempt to undermine our community based independent study, which is still ongoing, so please complete the survey, if you haven't already.
We certainly hope that whoever is behind this survey, will publish the data collected in full to allow the local communities to do their own analysis of the results in comparison with the data we have collected, which we have already published early results from, and will continue to do so, until the survey is concluded, to ensure continued transparency, and seeking the addressing of issues being raised.


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Time for a progress report and a thank you! We are celebrating the first year anniversary of this blog and are excited by the response to it. We have had over 21,000 views and over 220 comments posted in this past year. Out of the over 500,000 blogs published on Word Press we were listed in the Top 100 Growing Blogs from January through May (then we took summer vacation!) and now again in October – we currently sit in the #52 spot.
As I have stated before, the intended audience for this blog is Christian school educators and church youth workers. If you find this blog helpful, please pass it along to others in school and church. School administrators – please feel free to forward it on to your teachers as well. Thanks for your interest and readership!


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Outsourcing means hiring a service provider to perform the several tasks of the business and to make the business function properly. That service provider will sign a contract with you and they will provide you with the best services at fixed rates. These rates may fluctuate due to overload of work. Outsourced accounting refers to hiring a service provider to handle the accounts and financed of the company and to keep a check and balance on the records of your business. These services can be hired instead of hiring a full time employee because they offer a lot of services depending on the size of your business. Accounting outsourcing in Dubai has become really popular due to its innumerous services within an affordable fee structure. The services provided by these companies are processing of the payroll, managing of the receivables and payables, looking after the taxes and all the payments, the balancing of ledgers and book keeping. They also provide with the VAT advisory services in Dubai and other taxes as well.
The benefits of these service providers are innumerable and that is the reason why accounting outsourcing in Dubai is gaining popularity. Some of the benefits of these companies are:
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EFFICIENCY: As one of the departments of the business will be taken over by the accounting outsourcing company, the business can be made efficient by working solely on its betterment without the worries of the payments, money or the financial conditions.
AFFORABLE: These companies are often affordable because they take up multiple clients on board and this keeps their rates low, which helps the business because a full time employee would ask for more salary than these companies and this is going to save a huge amount of money without any compromise on the services provided.
EXPERTS: As these companies are experts at their work, there is less to no chances of error or mistakes in the services provided.


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Companies always try to create the best product for their customers, in order to keep them satisfied and regulars of their brand. However, complaints will always be a part of the sales of any product, which could damage the customer base. A good customer satisfaction system is one of the crucial requirements for successful companies to manage their needs and protect their brand.
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The standard of customer satisfaction, ISO 10002:2018, the reference standard for the implementation of a complaints management system, helps organizations identify, manage and understand the efficiency with which they manage their clients' complaints.
The ISO 10002:2018 certification specifies the key requirements to properly handle customer complaints and includes complaint handling controls to help satisfy customer dissatisfaction within your company.
How to implement the ISO 10002 in your company
The ISO 10002 can be implemented in four steps:
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- Price$4,950,000
- Acres38.00
20324 Miflin Rd, Foley
Prime commercial 38+/- acre parcel with endless opportunities in the heart of Foley's newest and largest growth area - The OPPORTUNITY ZONE! In close proximity to Lowes, Home Depot, Tanger Outlets and OWA. Located on County Road 20 in Foley in between HWY 59 and Juniper Street. Listing includes PPIN#s 036619, 099116, 104086, 091172, 121386, 29203. Road frontage approximately 1,283 feet on County Road 20.
Essential Information
- Price$4,950,000
- Acres38.00
- TypeLand & Lots
- Sub-TypeLand, Land
- StatusActive
- AmenitiesNone
- UtilitiesSewage-Septic, Water-Well
- ViewNone
- Boat FacilitiesNone, Pond
- WaterfrontPond
School Information
- ElementaryFoley Elementary
- HighFoley High
Community Information
- Address20324 Miflin Rd
- AreaFoley 2
- CityFoley
- CountyBaldwin
- StateAlabama
- Zip Code36535
- Lot Description38 acres, 25-50 acres
Listing Details
- Listing OfficeScout South Properties
The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes from the Baldwin County Association Of REALTORS®. The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Listing information last updated on August 3rd, 2020 at 6:00pm CDT.


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Durban-based firm Ferguson Architects bring us our newest homify 360° discovery: 'House Cowies Hill', which is, as you can probably tell, located in Cowies Hill, a small upmarket residential suburb of Pinetown in Durban.
What makes this house so special that we just had to share it with you? Well, for one thing it flaunts an eye-catching combination of décor pieces and furniture items to make anyone just glancing at an image of its interiors feel immediately welcome. And for another, it is firmly committed to providing a fresh and open ambience – literally!
No, we did not travel all the way to the Amazon to take this picture – this house, believe it or now, is actually situated in a residential estate. The super lush forest-like setting surrounding the house is just one major bonus!
Seeing as the house flaunts such a breathtaking location, it would have been a sin to keep those fantastic views hidden, which is why numerous rooms, such as this lounge, enjoy 24/7 backdrops such as this!
To ensure that fabulous view and fresh lighting is transported throughout the home, open-plan layouts have been opted for where possible, as we can see here in the dining room flowing most elegantly into the adjoining living room.
And just notice the ingenious touches of indoor plants and flowers that strikingly mimic the lush outdoors.
Bathing outside is one thing that many people dream of, yet would never attempt, considering privacy and all that. However, this clever design injects an abundance of landscape views and natural lighting into the bathroom, perfectly creating the illusion of floating in a bubble bath in the great outdoors!
Don't overlook how wonderfully those sleek and modern man-made elements contrast with Mother Nature's handiwork.
Next up for your viewing pleasure: A 1980s Johannesburg home gets a modern upgrade.


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By: Kelly Sweeney
President of Club Apps
Looking for a way to drive revenue this summer? What if you could send your members promotions that allows them to purchase on the spot with their card on file?
This is the power of push alert notifications through your custom Club Apps/ABC Financial mobile app. When members and prospects download your club's app they are essentially subscribing to you. This means they will receive instant communication from you via push alert notification. Push alerts pop up on the home screen of their phone like text messages for maximum member and prospect connectivity.
Important statistics to know about push alerts:
In other words there is no more effective way to communicate to your members than notifications that appear in the most exclusive real estate in the world – the 3×5 inch screen of their phones.
How do I get started on a mobile app for my club?
Club Apps offers custom mobile apps fully integrated with ABC Financial that provide your members and prospects with access to your entire club experience at the palm of their hands. Popular features include club card check-in, class schedules, meal and workout tracking, membership account management and bill pay, fitness calculators, refer a friend, fitness tips and much more!
For more information visit Club Apps at www.clubapps.com or call 855-367-7379.


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Tell us if this sounds familiar: The first thing your kids do when you put them in the bathtub is grab their toys and put them directly in their mouths. Initially, you might not think that this is much of a problem—until you see your son squeezing his yellow duck and notice mold lurking inside the toy.
Why Mold Matters
Mold can cause respiratory problems, allergies and other health problems if it's not contained. And while mold affects people of all ages, it can wreak havoc on those with weak immune systems such as children. So if you see bath toy mold, kill it on first sight.
Luckily, you don't have to always toss the toys in the garbage bin once you see some greenish black spots. Here's how to clean bath toys and make sure your child's bath is good, "clean" fun.
Plug the Holes
Many bath toys, especially ones that squirt water or squeak, have holes in the bottom which can be a target for water to enter and mold to grow. Place a dab of hot glue on these toys before placing them in the bath and you'll create a water-proof seal on the toy.
Boil the Toys
If you didn't get a chance to seal your child's toys and want to make sure they're safe, take the toys and boil them in hot water and squeeze out any of the "yuck" from the insides with some tongs. Let them cool and dry thoroughly.
Bleach the Mold
Simply allow the toys to soak in a bleach bath overnight. To make, mix ¾ cup of bleach with 1 gallon of water. Rinse toys with water multiple times then allow to air-dry. The bleach will evaporate and all you'll be left with are clean toys!
Pour the Vinegar
If you don't want to use bleach, vinegar is an excellent alternative. Mix together 1 gallon of water with ½ cup of white vinegar and let the toys soak in this solution for about an hour. Give them a scrub once the mold is loose and then let them dry. If they still smell like vinegar, just do a simple rise and dry before placing them back in the toy bin.
Stick in the Wash
Running bath toys through the dishwasher also sanitizes and kills any gunk or mold that may be growing on both the inside and out. It seems like an overly simple method, but it gets the job done.
Proper Bath Toy Storage
To prevent mold from forming in the first place, create a healthy environment for storing your child's bath toys. Consider investing in a tray or rack that will allow the water to drain from the toys, leaving them close to an open window for proper ventilation or using fans and vents to disperse leftover steam from the bath. Anything that dries the toys out will help prevent mold from forming.
Even if you know all the ins and outs of how to clean baby bath toys, sometimes that gunk still won't go away. When that happens, simply throw them out. It's better for your kids to play with new toys than anything that can get them sick.
And for your own health, if you want a sparkling clean bathroom free of mold and grime, count on The Maids. With over three decades in the business, we know how to get bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchens clean and healthy. Call us at 1-800-THE-MAIDS today!


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MIKEE Reyes finished with 25 points to lead University of the Philippines to a 61-55 victory over University of Santo Tomas in the 10th Fr. Martin Collegiate Open Cup recently at the Trinity University of Asia gym.
Reyes, who is looking to rejoin UP's UAAP team after leaving the Diliman-based squad midway in Season 76, led the way as the Maroons took a 47-35 lead entering the fourth period.
In other matches, Cameroonian imports Akhuetie Bright and Prince Eze had 14 and 13 points, respectively, as University of Perpetual Help-A beat Lyceum-A, 80-59.
Jeremiah Taladua had 10 points as Lyceum-B beat Perpetual Help-B, 57-40.
UST beat Far Eastern University, 67-56, in women's action.