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Mastering the Art of High Volume Recruitment
Even a first-rate, well-staffed and exceptionally competent corporate talent acquisition function will be challenged by intense periods of hiring due to amplified market demand or changes in business need. When the business strategy calls for adding tens, or even hundreds, of new employees in a relatively short period of time, it's a good time to consider a partnership with a recruitment outsourcing (RPO) provider. In the Q&A that follows, Jason Krumwiede and Carl Kutsmode, both partners at TalentRISE, discuss the reasons why.
Question: When and why should an organization turn to RPO?
Krumwiede: There are many reasons, but unpredictability is at the very top of the list. And that ties to scalability in terms of hiring across the enterprise. Unpredictability comes in many different forms, such as planned and unplanned hiring spikes or seasonal hiring. Anything of that nature requires that the talent acquisition function is capable of building – and funding – a solution in very short order. And, if you try to do that internally with existing resources and budgets, it requires a shift of resources causing other businesses undoubtedly to suffer. Alternatively, companies may hire a team of interim "contract recruiters" which still means you have to recruit, interview, train and manage them. In addition, to the risk of "unknown contract recruiter capabilities and performance", you need to provide computers and sourcing resources which can incur additional costs…not to mention the knowledge transfer and relationship disruption that occurs when it's time to let the contractor team go. So a second consideration, speaking in broad strokes, is whether your business is the type that likes to build, rather than buy, a "turn key" proven solution. In today's fast changing world, I'd argue that buying capability is far more cost-effective than building it.
Kutsmode: I totally agree with Jason regarding unpredictability. The ugly truth is that you can never precisely staff a full time team capable of seamlessly scaling a consistent, quality level of recruiting support to address all your hiring needs. It's nearly impossible to operate in a cost-effective manner when your recruitment team is in a constant reactionary mode and their requisition load exceeds industry targets for optimum efficiency and quality. The best analogy I have used to illustrate this example is to imagine how costly a new car would be if manufacturers only produced cars when someone ordered one at a dealership. It would be impossible to gain efficiencies in production capability or lock into volume purchasing discounts on the raw materials needed to make the car. Ultimately, the quality would potentially be negatively impacted by a stretched workforce asked to work double shifts to address unplanned spikes in customer demand. Bottom line, something always has to give if you are locked into fixed resources, budgets and costs tied only to a best "guesstimate" on the coming year's hiring needs. That's why partnering with outside resources in a customized RPO arrangement provides the scalabilty and flexibility that you need. Face it: in a high volume situation, speed, cost and quality are the three factors that matter the most. Relying only on fixed internal HR or recruiting resources will typically translate into sacrificing one, if not all, of those factors.
Krumwiede: Let me just add that, over my 15 plus years in RPO work, I have seen the scenario Carl just described play out, over and over again. This is particularly true in growth industries – healthcare, professional services, technology, retail, hospitality, restaurants and so forth – where high volume field recruitment in multiple locations is the norm. I see hours of time wasted by internal resources whose responsibilities include recruiting hourly workers as well as local, mid-level managers. I've heard field business managers say that a third of their time is spent on staffing. In other cases, store level general managers are entirely responsible for recruiting and – since recruiting is not their core competency – the result is high turnover, flat same store sales, and employment brand issues due to poor candidates or onboarding new hires. Look, these are the people who are front and center interacting with customers and living the company brand. Retailers know that having store managers who are proven performers and who out-perform competitors' managers is a key differentiator because these managers drive the P&L and set the culture at the store level. Lastly, with the unemployment rate at historic lows, it's becoming far more difficult to hire quality, hourly people which just compounds the challenge for a store manager or district manager who may need to hire as many as 70-90 people and also play a pivotal, revenue-generating role.
Kutsmode: Trying to handle high volume recruitment without outside help is a bit like a home cook attempting to cater a party for hundreds of people by him or herself. When it comes to volume recruitment, you need to turn to someone who knows that they are doing. Having to feed the hiring funnel, especially during seasonal spikes, requires a strategy that really can't effectively be pushed down to the local level. Sourcing a steady pipeline requires a consistent and strategic approach. At the end of the day, in my opinion, recruiting top talent into your organization at any level is, and should always be, a role performed only by people who have the training, expertise, resources and TIME to execute it well…or results will suffer and costs may increase. Ideally, your hiring manager's role in the recruiting process should be simplified to focus only on:
- Providing clear input into the job requirements and ideal candidate sourcing, screening and selection criteria at the start of the recruiting process.
- Being engaged throughout the qualified candidate review, interview and hire decision process… and driving it forward to close in a timely manner.
- Proactively keeping the recruiting team informed throughout the hiring process with specific feedback on what they like, or don't like, in candidates they interview and reject or hire.
Krumwiede: Exactly. We're now working with several retailers who say, "make the process as easy as possible for my hiring manager." This means different things for different organizations so we don't advocate a one-size-fits-all RPO approach. Instead, this often means designing a customized targeted sourcing strategy at the regional level aimed at attracting the best candidates and using comprehensive technology to aggregate high-potential candidates, as well as other tech tools such as automated online or phone IVR pre-screening and recorded video interviewing.
One of the problems facing organizations in high-volume environments, such as retail, restaurants, call centers, and logistics/distribution, is that candidates often think they understand the job requirements and environment. However, once they are on the job, they soon realize the job is not what they expected. Additionally, the importance of portraying a consistent positive, but authentic, employee brand, can't be downplayed. Using "a day in the life" realistic job preview and employee testimonial videos are engaging ways to improve candidate self selection in/out of consideration during the candidate pre-screening process. That's just one example of many I could cite of the "value add" of having a seasoned RPO partner with access to a broader set of experiences and tools to help you solve recruiting challenges… often baked into the solution.
Kutsmode: Other aspects of a solid recruitment strategy also tend to suffer during periods of high volume recruitment. Take compliance, for example. When time is scarce, mistakes and omissions tend to be more frequent and thereby increase the chance of falling out of compliance. This is particularly important for government contractors who must comply with expanded and ever-changing OFCCP regulations… many who have begun to consider RPO outsourcing for their veteran hiring. For organizations concerned about mitigating recruiting compliance risk, compliance can be enhanced through an RPO partnership as the RPO business model requires a consistent, standardized and compliant platform be used to serve multiple clients' recruiting needs. Conversely, employers seeking to keep everything in-house, tend to push more of the recruiting process out to hiring managers as their internal recruiting/HR team get overloaded by a hiring spike. This only tends to lend itself to inconsistencies in process and, again, increased compliance risk.
Question: Do the numbers matter? Is there a general benchmark for how you define "high volume"?
Kutsmode: Certain business models scream out for RPO. Take high volume hiring of similar profiles, for example. Outsourcing recruitment in that instance is a way to scale up and down with predictable costs and without sacrificing service levels to the business. So the "ideal" number which we would define as "high" really depends on the role and the organization's current structure for recruitment. Organizations with HR Generalists who are also responsible for recruiting have less time to dedicate to recruiting than those with dedicated HR and recruiting teams supporting the business. However, as a general rule of thumb, I'd say 25-50 hires per year of individual contributors up to the mid-manager level and, among hourly workers, 100+ per year is a good starting point.
Krumwiede: With professional level roles – whether in IT, sales or finance or other similar functions – the bar may be a bit lower in terms of number of hires. Every client is unique and has its own dynamics so we usually start with a pilot. Typically, we'll begin in a particular region – a call center in Utah or in Chicago, for example. That way, we can jumpstart building candidate pools and apply our knowledge of the sourcing strategies that work the best in that particular market, and then we can expand from there.
Question: What are "reasonable expectations" in terms of timing?
Krumwiede: If an organization is looking for RPO to solve many of its issues right out of the box, without making any internal process changes, they need to be prepared for a surprise or two. We don't minimize the fact that the first year will be a year of adjustment, change and a close partnership to leverage and implement best practices where possible. Having said that, we can generally get up and running within four to six weeks. For smaller hiring volumes within a defined hiring spike time frame, like 20 or 50 positions in 4-6 months, a team can be set up and ready to go in less time, generally one to two weeks. The other key point is that, while there certainly will be some efficiencies and cost savings realized in that first year, the real savings and benefits tend to be realized in the second and subsequent years as the partnership solidifies and the initial learning curve and speed bumps have been overcome.
Question: Anything else you'd like to add?
Kutsmode: I still see that many HR and Talent Acquisition leaders hang their credentials on saving money and therefore they'll make statements like, "I don't spend money on third party search." It's almost a badge of honor in the industry. But I'm convinced that the profession as a whole, values the ability to think strategically about when and how to leverage external vendors far more than the ability to "go it alone." With that in mind, I feel that HR and Talent Acquisition leaders need to look at recruitment in the same manner as other aspects of their business and, as it makes sense, consider outsourcing recruitment just as they make decisions about outsourcing other aspects of interim talent or other key HR activities, such as background screening, payroll, and labor law.
Krumwiede: I agree with Carl. Turning to RPO is not an admission of defeat by any stretch. In fact, the opposite is often true. I've witnessed first hand how it can be a career-builder as more and more senior level Talent and HR executive job descriptions are listing experience in RPO vendor selection, implementation and management as a required or desired skill for the role. An RPO solution can provide the scale needed to rapidly address market opportunities which ultimately translate to improved bottom line business performance. It can also promote a strong employment brand, engage candidates working at key competitors in advance of need, enhance the candidate hiring and new hire on-boarding experience, and deliver higher-quality employees. Having an RPO partner who is accountable and laser-focused on recruiting will yield predictable costs, scalable recruiting capabilities, a consistent process and an improved overall quality of hire. On the flip side, the costs of getting it wrong can be substantially detrimental to your organization's long-term success.
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Happy Victoria Day
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Hauts de France
Welcome to the Hauts de France
Welcome to the Hauts de France
Hauts de France - Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie
Hauts de France is the newly adopted name of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie region.
It is one of the 13 new regions created by the territorial reform that took effect on January 1, 2016.
Its name will be officially registered by the Council of State on October 1, 2016.
It brings together the former administrative regions of Nord-Pas-de-Calais and Picardie.
The Nord department corresponds to the former French Flanders and Hainaut, and the ecclesiastical principality of Cambresis.
The main cities are Douai, Dunkirk, Hazebrouck, Maubeuge, Tourcoing, Roubaix and Valenciennes and the préfecture Lille.
The Pas-de-Calais replaced the historical provinces of Calaisis, Boulonnais, Artois and Ponthieu.
The main cities are Béthune, Boulogne-sur-mer, Calais, Lens, Liévin and the préfecture Arras.
Finally, Picardie replaced the historical region of Picardie.
The main cities are Abbeville, Beauvais, Laon, Saint-Quentin and the préfecture Amiens.
The Hauts de France are delineated to the north by Belgium, to the west by the English Channel and Normandy, to the east by the Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Alsace region and to the south by the Ile de France.
The Hauts de France includes 5 departments:
Nord (59 - Lille), Pas-de-Calais (62 - Calais), Aisne (02 - Laon), Oise (60 - Beauvais) and Somme (80 - Amiens).
Lille is the region's administrative centre or préfecture.
The Hauts de France was at the heart of the deadly offensives that took place of the Western front during WWI.
The region's many ancient battlefields, war memorials and military cemeteries have triggered an active memorial tourism.
Finally, the region's pleasant oceanic climate and its sandy and pebble beaches contributed to the development of trendy seaside resorts.
Area: 31,813 km2
Population: 5,973.098 (2012)
Photo via Wikimedia Commons: Map by Oie blanche is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Saint-Quentin National Necropolis – French Military Cemetery
Connaught Cemetery – Commonwealth Cemetery – Thiepval
Mill Road Cemetery – Commonwealth Cemetery – Thiepval
Picardie former administrative region
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2017
For the last 29 years, our lives centered around our annual visit to see our sister Kanizan in Lahore.
It takes us a year to save a few thousand rupees for the trip. My sister and I, cramp up behind our brother, as he rides his motorbike for six hours non-stop. We usually do not have enough money for food let alone an overnight stay, so our brother rides directly to Data Darbar to make it in time for the langar. While he's being pushed and shoved in the massive crowd trying to get us food, Imrana and I, reserve a spot for the three of us to spend the night. The following morning, we need to be at the medical facility at 9am sharp.
When we get there, my sister and I are separated from our brother. Our bags are emptied; we are made to remove our shoes, and are patted down as everyone else looks on. We are then made to wait. A lady from 'a good family' arrives, escorted by her driver. We are told she's visiting her son. She is swept through.
At 11am, in ward-D, we finally get to meet Kanizan. Her skin is pale. The wrinkles on her face testify to her schizophrenia, third-degree police torture, and the 29 years of her life wasted as a prisoner on death row.
She remains silent. Her eyes are blank, yet they ask many questions. Questions she can never articulate and questions we can never answer.
Kanizan's life ended before it even started. She grew up without her mother, mothered by her own father, raised the children she was accused of murdering, and was murdered by a justice system which was supposed to protect her.
How does one console someone like her? How do you tell someone who has spent 29 years on death row, that we still don't know when she will be a free woman? Or if she will be one at all. But, Kanizan does not speak. And part of me is glad she does not, because in that moment, nor can I.
I still cannot understand how she got here. How she went from being someone we knew, to someone we can no longer recognise?
Kanizan was working as a maid for a rich family. Her fate changed on the night when the wife of the landlord and his five children were murdered in Kamaliya due to a land dispute. To take over his land, they accused him of being in love with a much younger woman: my sister. Together, the landlord and Kanizan were accused of the murders. Kanizan had brought up those children as her own.
She was 16 years old. The police recorded her age as 25.
The events leading up to her arrest pale in comparison to what was about to follow. To make her confess to crimes she never committed, the police subjected her to torture. Women in our village, never interact with men outside of our immediate family. But Kanizan spent nights trapped in a jail cell as unknown policemen reduced her to pulp, beating her while hanging her from a fan.
A well-wisher once tried explaining third-degree police torture to our family to help us understand Kanizan's mental illness. Men subjected to torture are usually stripped naked, suspended from a pole with their right arm and left leg tied together. They are then paraded around the jail as interrogators strip them of their dignity. They are unable to sleep for years as a result.
Imagine her being stripped naked. Imagine a woman being grabbed by her hair, her body violated. Imagine the rest of them cackling as she pleads with them. Imagine her giving up as all of her pleas for help and forgiveness drown into the silence of the night. Imagine her will to live being sucked out of her with each touch. Now, it's not very hard to imagine how her mind gave up on her.
No court of law, no quality of healthcare, and no amount of commiseration can ever compensate Kanizan Bibi.
President Mamnoon Hussain has dismissed her mercy petition, despite the evidence of her illness. Despite the fact that Kanizan is unable to speak or defend herself because of torture inflicted by the police.
Kanizan's silence should not deafen the government to her plight. We beg President Mamnoon Hussain to accept her mercy petition, and save her from a life that has already killed her many times over.
— As narrated to Alhan Fakhr, the media and communications officer at the Justice Project Pakistan, by Ghulam, the inmate's sister.


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The Prime Minister is a middle-aged man with short brown hair and brown eyes. He has weary eyelids and prominent cheekbones.
He wears a dark blue business suit, consisting of a well-buttoned jacket and long trousers. The Prime Minister wears a white shirt, green necktie, and black shoes to compliment the rest of with his outfit.
The Prime Minister has a professional and business-like attitude during work. He is easily worn from having to discuss matters with any of the seven Kings and admits that while he has no say against any of them, it is nonetheless difficult having to simply obey their orders.[1]
While they are supposed to help keep the order and peace in Japan, the Prime Minister hates Scepter 4, especially Reisi Munakata who he calls an "intolerable young brat." Thus, the Prime Minister had no qualms in aiding Jungle, the very people who are causing chaos in Japan by increasing the number of Strains, in hopes that he will get a supernatural power like many others who succor in Jungle's goals.
Once done talking to Daikaku Kokujōji through a cell phone call, the Prime Minister receives a formal document from Seri Awashima to issue Level: Royal Blue. The Prime Minister gladly takes the document with him. Seri explains that Scepter 4 will enter the Yuishii System. The Prime Minister states that he cannot speak against it. When Seri leaves, he grumbles to himself about how he is forced to follow the King's decisions.[1]
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Reisi explains to Samukawa that the oversight of the Dresden Slate within Mihashira Tower has been officially turned over to Scepter 4 soon provided by a letter of from the Gold Clan Timeless Palace. Samukawa snidely remarks his distaste for Reisis act as a king now the Daikaku Kokujōji is gone, Reisi replies that he is not acting, rather, he was chosen by the slate. Reisi also states that the sole authority of the Gold Clan to issue orders will be transferred to Scepter 4. Samukawa out of surprise looks at Reisi, thinking it to be absurd. Reisi assures Samukawa that Scepter 4 has no intention of controlling the countries future out of self-interest, only to confront the Green Clan which threatens the peace of their nation, wishing to cooperate with various quarters. Samukawa sulks, seeing it as Reisi taking sole authority to issue orders, questioning why it would even be called a request and that he has obey him.
Samukawa joins the Jungle Boot Up Reception unbeknownst to him, Seri Awashima and Izumo Kusanagi would be sent to the party to steal the guest invitation list. Samukawa jokes eagerly that he can finally dismiss that "intolerable brat," happily embracing the dawn of Jungle. As Samukawa begins to laugh alongside his colleagues, Seri "accidentally" steps on his foot with her heel, acting as if she is light headed. Samukawa bites his lip and groans in pain as Seri walks away.
The next day, a much more cheery Samukawa delightfully dismisses Reisi, Seri confronts her and tells her it's quite simple. The day before, he had Reisi steps down because of his failure to protect the Slate Christmas day, upon being defeated by the Gray King Tenkei Iwafune despite Shiros plan to prevent the Green King Nagare Hisui from stealing it, in order to take responsibility for the incident. Seri demands what authority he has to fire Reisi, Samukawa responds gleefully that he does have the authority as the executive rights of Scepter 4 rest under the jurisdiction of the Tokyo Legal Affairs Bureau Civil Registry Department Division 4, oblivious that they are both the same division. He believes that ultimately they are public servants, and have a duty to abide by orders issued by the government, seeing as they have been able to act arrogantly up until now due to the influence of Daikaku Kokujōji and that Reisi had the gall to take on the responsibility of Kokujōjis, the result was that despite Kokujōji was able to protect the Slate for nearly seventy years, Reisi was unable to hold it for two months, therefore being unqualified. Samukawa orders Scepter 4 to step down and await further instructions, handing Seri the order on a sheet of paper. Seri is baffled by the turn of events, questioning that with just one sheet of paper Scepter 4 is forced to step down. Samukawa quotes Reisi, as it is an "Important sheet of paper" and that he values regulation above all else, teasingly shaking the piece of paper.
After Nagare released the power of the Slate worldwide, giving regular civilians powers of a Strain, Samukawa and his assistant watch a news broadcast, showing the effects and chaos of the abilities the populace around the globe are experiencing. Samukawa asks his assistant if there has been any word yet from Jungle worriedly, his assistant says that they hasn't been any response yet. Samukawa out of frantic desperation quickly gets up, shouting that the situation is outrageous, not being told all of this chaos would happen, and that there will be a diplomatic crisis soon. His assistant moves back, telling him that shouting at her wont do anything. An explosion nearby frightens Samukawa and his assistant, the two look towards the closest window, Samukawas eyes begin to glow gold, allowing him to see straight through a building, seeing several anarchistic civilians flaunting their powers. Out of amazement, Samukawa turns around, stating his power, his blinks, realizing that he can see her undergarments. Samukawa jumps a little, ordering his assistant to call a bodyguard and call Reisi. The assistant hesitantly tells Samukawa that he had fired him. Samukawa wraps his arms around the back of his head, just realizing what he has done. An explosion in the lower floors can be heard and various men trying to bust in through the door., Samukawa gets on his knees with his hands on his head, begging Reisi to save him.
Only minutes later, Scepter 4 under the guise of Tokyo Legal Affairs Bureau Civil Registry Department Division 4 begins their mass deployment, quickly ascertaining the situation and helping Samukawa and his assistant from the crisis.


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Here at Peterlee Glass, we believe that glass is one of the most extraordinary materials in the world, and we know that using it in your commercial space will bring a significant number of advantages. As a key material in modern architecture, architectural glass features are not only a design statement, bringing elegance and creativity to a wide variety of spaces, but offer benefits that go way beyond simply visual impact.
It's a known fact, for example, that architectural glass can maximise the amount of natural light entering a space. Glass allows for uninterrupted views between the interior and exterior therefore making any space appear bigger and brighter. As a recyclable material, glass is more environmentally friendly than other materials and, used in the right way, is a good way to regulate the temperature within a space.
At Peterlee Glass, we know how versatile architectural glass can be. We offer a wide range of architectural glass features, from glass floors to glass balconies and glass canopies, to add personal flair and functionality to your commercial space.
To help give you some inspiration, read on to see what we consider the top 5 architectural glass concepts from around the world.
1. Coloured Glass
Constructed in a cube shape and covered with coloured glass panels all over, the Institute for Sound and Vision in the Netherlands is an exceptional piece of architecture that shows, on a grand scale, how coloured glass can make your commercial space look quirky and creative. At Peterlee Glass, we can provide painted glass in any colour that you require to match your own project look.
2. Strengthened Glass for an Artistic Look
When viewed from above, this piece of glass art looks like a regular swimming pool. It is in fact Leandro Erlich's 'The Swimming Pool' installation at 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa, a 10cm deep layer of water suspended between two pieces of transparent glass.
The glass is so strong that in this case, visitors can stand beneath the glass and look up to those above, without any fear of getting wet!
Peterlee Glass specialises in producing strengthened glass for artistic projects in many forms. Indoor water walls such as this are guaranteed to bring elements of luxury, elegance and tranquillity to your commercial space.
3. Floor to Ceiling Glass Panels
Kanagawa Institute of Technology Workshop, Japan demonstrates perfectly how a space can utilise glass from floor to ceiling to bring the outside in. Glass used in this way generates an uninterrupted space that is light and bright. Peterlee Glass specialises in producing oversized glass panels for all manner of commercial properties such as leisure centres, shopfronts and stylish galleries.
4. Frosted Glass
This very modern approach to the construction of a religious space at La Estancia Glass Chapel, Mexico, utilises a variety of glass techniques, namely frosted glass, to create a structure that is at once open and well-ventilated, whilst allowing privacy and a feeling of shelter for its visitors. Within a commercial context, Peterlee Glass can provide frosted glass to be used very effectively to subdivide open areas whilst preserving a sense of space.
5. Curved Glass
A clear favourite with Berlin tourists, the Reichstag's Dome uses curved glass to give visitors a full 360° view of the surrounding city.
Whether using curved glass as part of your building's exterior, or to subdivide spaces within your building's interior, Peterlee Glass are experts at creating curved glass pieces which are sure to make a positive statement to visitors, providing a visually stunning and sophisticated space that allows natural light to penetrate through.
Peterlee Glass's architectural glass products blend creativity with technology, resulting in high performance and visually elegant glass solutions. Our craftsmen have developed a deep understanding of the scope and nature of this beautiful and versatile material and are proud to offer architectural glass products which deliver both style and practicality.
Can we help you with your next project? Contact our trade centre today on 0191 586 4626.


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GFTU Syria in cooperation with WFTU and ICATU are pleased to cordially invite you to participate in the International Trade Union Forum on "Solidarity with Syrian People and Workers against Terrorism, Blockade, and Imperial Intervention Policies".
The Syrian crisis has caused the death of thousands of Syrians, the wounding of tens of thousands, and the displacement of millions of Syrians. However, most of those who have been affected are workers. Therefore, we count a lot on your participation to send a strong message to Syrian workers and people that they are not alone against terrorism and Imperial aggression.
We would feel very deeply honored by your presence in this important solidarity forum.
The forum will be convened in Damascus/ Syria in two days 11-12/9/2017 at Sahara Complex Five Stars Hotel. The GFTU Syria in going to cover the local expenses of transportation, lodging and food. Delegates are kindly requested to manage and pay their own airline tickets. You are welcomed to participate in (two) delegates.
Please send your intervention and speech in no more than 7 minutes before 25/8/2017 for better coordination within the work of the forum.
Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in Arabic, English, French, Spanish and Russian.


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Secret Switzerland: Day 3
The Secret is Revealed
The Secret is Revealed
BC Safety Authority continuing inspections Thursday; Doppelmayr engineers now on site to investigate cause of water permeation
A gondola tower at the base of Whistler, B.C.'s Blackcomb Mountain has come off its moorings, trapping at least six people inside several cars.
SKI Magazine maintains No. 3 ranking, while PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola and GLC receive accolades from UK publications
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Sunday, January 16, 2011
Cactus Love...
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Beautiful images!I`ve got a *cactus love*, too.
Many greetings from Germany (Bavaria) and have a wonderful sunday!
Beate :)
Very pretty and very pokey! Your photos are lovely...cactus have such interesting shapes and create the most amazing shadows. I love the second one, the flower buds look like some strange type of berry...beautiful color.ReplyDelete
How nice that you've been in the sun!
xo J~
I have never been to palm desert. Would love to go! I do love warming up in Arizona which is probably similar! Love me some desert heat! You're so lucky!ReplyDelete
Palm Desert is beautiful. I just love taking pictures here.ReplyDelete
I think I may have gotten a little sun burn poolside today, or maybe thats the wine. Anyway, hopefully I'll be taking a little color home with me. I've heard that Seattle is pretty soggy, I'll be back tuesday. Stay warm and dry Jessica and Lissa! Thanks for checking in.
Wow very sunny and warm pictures. Its cold and dark over here in the Netherlands..ReplyDelete
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Swim for MS News - August 2018
Swim Challenge – Do it for Chair-ity!
Register for Swim for MS for your chance to win a cool prize! Any swimmer who raises $1,000 or more during August and September will be sent a Swim for MS portable chair that doubles as a cooler! It's a perfect all-in-one chair for hot summer days by the pool.
Featured Swimmer
August's featured group is team Stafford Swim for MS! Not only was this the fourth year in a row that the Stafford Chapter of the National Honor Society has participated in a Swim for MS fundraiser, but it was their best yet! The team raised more than $800 during their one-day event at the local city pool. The group collected $2 for each swim lap completed and $1 for every cannonball jump. Help the Stafford Swim for MS reach their $1,000 goal by donating here!
Top Fundraiser
Congratulations to Coach Jordan Bright and the Eagle Harbor Swim Team for being our top Swim for MS Fundraisers for the month of July!
YOU could be the top Swim for MS fundraiser during the month of August! Register to swim this month and we'll reveal the top fundraiser of the month in the next Monthly Medley email.
Ways to Support Swim
Looking for more Swim for MS gear? Check out our CaféPress site, as well as our Swim for MS Partners, HardcoreSport and Endless Pools!
About Swim for MS
Swim for MS is MSAA's signature fundraiser in which volunteers create their own unique swim challenge while recruiting online donations from supporters. Swim challenges can range from swimming laps for pledges to jumping cannonballs for cash. Swim for MS appeals to swim enthusiasts of all ages, social and community groups, students seeking volunteer service hours, and families enjoying their backyard pool. For more information and to register, please visit SwimforMS.org.
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The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America is a national nonprofit organization and leading resource for the entire MS community, improving lives today through vital services and support. MSAA provides free programs and services, such as: a toll-free Helpline; award-winning publications including a magazine, The Motivator; website featuring educational videos and research updates; S.E.A.R.C.H.™ program to assist the MS community with learning about different treatment choices; a mobile phone app, My MS Manager™; My MSAA Community, a safe online peer-to-peer network where members share their experiences with MS; a resource database, My MS Resource Locator; equipment distribution ranging from grab bars to wheelchairs; cooling accessories for heat-sensitive individuals; educational events and activities; MRI funding and insurance advocacy; and more. For additional information, please visit http://www.mymsaa.org or call (800) 532-7667.


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Week 7 at Plas y Brenin
Cake of the week – Choc Chip Cookie! | Interesting Fact – 'SW7' is the codename for the next thrill ride at Alton Towers for 2013 (Secret Weapon 7) | Best Thing – Alton Towers trip | Work Highlight – Presentation to New Zealand kids | Best Outdoor – Mountain biking through the quarries!
A quieter one this week, a reflection of the wet weather in some respects!
Monday – Day Off! I met up with Dafyd and co. at Alton Towers! Highlights include TH13TEEN, RITA, OBLIVION, & the usual suspects – plus the all you can eat Pizza & Pasta lunch! It's not everyday you meet up with old school friends – good to catch up!
Tuesday – So I'm becoming quite a fair weather person of late. It rained. Enough said.
Wednesday – Loose ends day (yes it was still raining) – as a bonus I managed to buy some £89 headphones for £10 new. I also blew the dust and cobwebs off Keynote.app to prepare a presentation about the centre for Friday…
Thursday – Day shift on reception; answering the phone, making tea etc…
In the evening, I stretched my legs and went on a 1 hour run over to and around the nearby Llyn Crafnant with Lawrence, who didn't once mention that he was feeling tired at all :p A sunny evening!
Friday – Centre Tour day! So, my presentation and tour went down well with the visiting group from New Zealand. They were a group of 12-15 year olds (swimming team) with 2 leaders, who had only days before swum (in relay) the English Channel (a cheap alternative to Stena Line I suppose :p). They were passing through on their way to another swimming competition in Ireland and wanted a tour of the National Mountain Centre.
In the afternoon I caught up with some TV, did a kitchen shift, and greeted Tom & Jo on their arrival for ML Training.
Saturday – Stores shift – pretty chilled with some sunny breaks. Thereafter a 30 mile (1150m) bike ride up the Dyffryn Mymbyr, over the Pass, and right up the zig-zags post-Nant Peris through the Dinorwig Quarries to Bus Stop. Seeking out some new downhill, a route down to Gilfach Ddu (Llyn Padarn), accross Llanberis and up Telegraph Valley, to come straight back down and back over the pass.
A fine way to enjoy a lovely sunny evening (except a snake-bite puncture from the pesky drainage channels)
Sunday – Phase 2 – the next grade 2 scramble with Gareth – up East Ridge (Y Garn) and back down over Foel Goch and along via the Mushroom Garden.
Night Shift 1 of 3 for the evening…
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Elsevier Announces Launch of Brain Stimulation
First Journal Dedicated to Cross-disciplinary Research in Neuromodulation Slated for Late 2007
New York, 10 May 2007 – World-leading scientific and medical publisher Elsevier announced today plans to commence publication of the first international, peer-reviewed journal devoted to the emerging science of brain stimulation. The cross-disciplinary journal, titled Brain Stimulation: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Research in Neuromodulation, will premiere later this year.
Brain Stimulation will cover all aspects of this rapidly evolving field, from the most basic molecular research, to innovative technology and surgical techniques, to practical clinical studies. The editorial focus will encompass all technologies and methods using any type of stimulation—electrical, magnetic, ultrasound, or pharmacological, and others—to affect brain function. The goal will be to provide a single source for the most important studies in all areas related to neuromodulation, spanning scientific disciplines and medical and surgical specialties.
Each quarterly issue of Brain Stimulation will present original scientific, translational, and clinical research in the field. Basic science topics will include the effects of stimulation on brain processes, the biophysics and biopsychophysics of stimulation approaches, and the use of these techniques to study patterns of neural connectivity. An equal emphasis will be placed on the therapeutic applications and adverse effects of stimulation techniques—not just clinical trials, but also conceptual pieces, consideration of ethical issues, and other issues related to the use of these new technologies to treat human diseases.
In addition, the new journal will feature special topic reviews, perspective pieces on new technologies and techniques, and letters. Reflecting the enthusiastic response of the world scientific community, the editorial board consists of key leaders representing the many disciplines involved in brain stimulation research.
"The field of brain stimulation represents a new discipline with remarkable potential to reveal brain-behavior relationships and to produce interventions with novel and powerful therapeutic properties," said Dr. Harold A. Sackeim of Columbia University, Founding Editor of Brain Stimulation. "This discipline necessarily involves combining knowledge of basic neurophysiology and biophysics with systems neuroscience, pharmacology, disease processes and therapeutics. The journal will advance integrative research and should be key in establishing this new scientific field."
Dr. Mark S. George of the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, will serve as Editor-in-Chief. "There is an explosion of new techniques for stimulating the brain, both for research into how the brain works, and as potential treatments," said Dr. George. "This new area of neuroscience draws importantly from neuroimaging, computer science, and biophysics, as well as from the clinical disciplines of neurology, neurosurgery and psychiatry. We hope that Brain Stimulation will serve as a mechanism and forum to bring these different disciplines together under one umbrella."
Subscribers will be able to access the entire contents of each issue on the journal website, http://brainstimjrnl.com. Plans call for special subscriber-only online content, such as video and other documentation of brain stimulation procedures, supplemental data and tables, early-release papers, and clinical trial listings. The journal will also be accessible through Elsevier's institutional subscription service, ScienceDirect.
Contributors will be able to submit manuscripts electronically via the Elsevier Editorial System, streamlining the peer review and editorial process. The editors have issued a call for papers, and encourage authors to submit papers now via the "Online Submission" link on the journal website.
"Currently there are brain stimulation therapies for depression, Parkinson's Disease, and epilepsy, with over nine techniques in active investigation," said Dr. George. "The literature concerning these new technologies is rapidly expanding and does not have a single home. With the launch of this journal, we hope to encourage cross-disciplinary thinking, and help guide and form this new field."
About Elsevier
Elsevier is a global information analytics business that helps scientists and clinicians to find new answers, reshape human knowledge, and tackle the most urgent human crises. For 140 years, we have partnered with the research world to curate and verify scientific knowledge. Today, we're committed to bringing that rigor to a new generation of platforms. Elsevier provides digital solutions and tools in the areas of strategic research management, R&D performance, clinical decision support, and professional education; including ScienceDirect, Scopus, SciVal, ClinicalKey and Sherpath. Elsevier publishes over 2,500 digitized journals, including The Lancet and Cell, 39,000 e-book titles and many iconic reference works, including Gray's Anatomy. Elsevier is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. www.elsevier.com
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The Museum of Anthropology joins museums nationwide in participating in the tenth summer of Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to our nation's active-duty military personnel and their families through Monday, September 2, 2019, Labor Day. Military can find the list of participating museums at arts.gov/bluestarmuseums. Blue Star Museums is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums nationwide.
"While the MOA continues to offer free admission to all visitors, we are excited to be able to participate in this program honoring our military personnel and thanking them for their service and sacrifice," said Assistant Director Sara Cromwell.
"The National Endowment for the Arts is proud to celebrate the tenth summer of collaborating with Blue Star Families, Department of Defense, and especially the more than 2,000 museums across our nation that make this program possible, " said Mary Anne Carter, acting chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts. "Organizations such as the Museum of Anthropology at Wake Forest University are providing wonderful opportunities for military families to share a memorable experience together this summer."
"We've seen the tremendous impact the Blue Star Museums program brings to our military families, and we're thrilled to be celebrating a decade of support," said Kathy Roth-Douquet, chief executive officer of Blue Star Families. "Not only are museums fun to explore but are also great for making memories and strengthening military families as a whole."
You can follow Blue Star Museums on Twitter @NEAarts and @BlueStarFamily, #bluestarmuseums.
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Baconville (GNIS FID: 609117) is a populated place located within the Town of Shutesbury, a minor civil division (MCD) of Franklin County.
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By the way, this t-shirt form 80stees is a copy of the one Stiles wears in the film:
Thursday, 4 June 2009
Big bad wolf
I love Teen Wolf, it's an amazing film. One thing I really like about it is the the fact that Scott (Michael J. Fox) doesn't have to hide being a werewolf in the film, he's accepted and (i suppose somewhat superficially) loved by others in the school because he's a werewolf. If they remade something like Teen Wolf now, its highly likely that Scott's identity as werewolf would be a secret - with only his best mate knowing. It would also be some shitty angsty teen tripe with some cunt from High School Musical or something. Whatever, I wouldn't watch it.
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The Baton Rouge Concert Band offers live holiday music during Santa Rocks the Rowe on Saturday, Dec. 20 at Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge's premier mixed-use development. An evening of free family fun begins at 5 p.m. with carriage rides. Balloon twisters, stilt walkers, snow machines, strolling carolers and a free photo booth all start at 6 p.m.
In addition, Santa will be strolling around, so visitors are invited to bring their cameras for snapshots. The Baton Rouge Concert Band performs holiday classics at two shows, which start at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. in Magnolia Park. As an added bonus, carriage rides are also available Saturday, Dec. 13 from 5-9 p.m. and from 1-5 p.m. Sunday.
Perkins Rowe is located at the intersection of Bluebonnet Boulevard and Perkins Road, and free covered parking is available. For more information visit http://perkinsrowe.com/events/ or contact Paula Biggs, Perkins Rowe, (225) 767-2001, firstname.lastname@example.com
It's hard to leave home sometimes – trust us, we know. But Hampton Courts Apartments in Baton Rouge, Louisiana believes it is important to not only stay active in your community, but to also express curiosity about new subjects. This event is the perfect chance to spread your roots and learn new things!
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Saturday, December 17, 2016— 6:00 PM
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As 2016 hurtled towards its catastrophic climax, we were all reminded of how imperfect our tiny, old planet really is. Brexit was a shambles, and Trump's shock victory was even worse. It's been a rough ride, and political turmoil continues to sweep across the West like a virus. But before we start retreating into our nuclear bunkers and getting all down about it, it's important to note that there is a resistance brewing. The city protests are just the seeds of it. One of those doing his bit for the liberal left is Mattie Vant. Armed with a solid set of protest songs and his band VANT, he is attempting to stir up a youthful revolt in the post-truth era: "I think we're a small part of a fairly universal desire to push for globalisation and equality worldwide," says Mattie. "We just shout louder than most people."
Born in the sleepy coastal town of Seaham in County Durham, Mattie didn't stick around too long. He decided to take his passion for music further south, sampling Brighton's folk scene, before moving to London and forming VANT around a template of grunge, punk and classic rock. "I'm a bit of a sponge - since I was about 10, I've actively tried to find new and exciting things. I've experimented with a lot of different genres over the years as well, but rock music has always resonated with me more than anything else."
Three years on from their inception, VANT have grown into an unstoppable force. Last year's Karma Seeker EP shot them into the national consciousness - rammed with slick guitar riffs, huge choruses and powerful lyrics criticising religion and nationalism. Politics has become part and parcel of the way Mattie writes music, and how VANT operate as a band. Under his guidance, they explore a wide range of relevant topical issues, like gun control or the refugee crisis. Mattie feels this is just a necessary step in the trajectory of musical progress.
"Just look at our history," he explains. "Politics has been a huge part of music since medieval times. We had classical music, then jazz, blues, soul, rock, punk, hip hop and now grime. We're emulating all of those brilliant artists that spoke out and used their platforms to raise valid points about important issues of their time."
He's not alone. Many other young artists are choosing to vocalise their opinions on the wider world, rather than wrap themselves in a comfortable blanket of escapism. "It's great to see loads of other great British artists with something to say emerging now," says Mattie, "such as Cabbage and Declan McKenna, alongside the welcome return of MIA. I spent some time in Washington over the course of Trump's inauguration, and it was incredibly inspiring; there are so many great people out there trying to oppose evil (in whatever form it rears its ugly head), I came home feeling full of hope. We're not totally doomed, yet."
The human race's hyper-speeding towards end-times is something that Mattie has thought long and hard about. The band's debut album Dumb Blood, recently released on Parlophone, is a brutal socio-political commentary. It's a manifesto for the next line of young activists wanting to exact change - an uncomplicated response to the chaos currently engulfing our planet.
"It's a comment on our silent generation," explains Mattie, "a massive sleeping giant with huge potential to save our species and the planet. The album is a war cry. We're trying to wake people up!"
One thing that is clear in listening to Dumb Blood is that each song is its own big statement, capitalised to ensure they aren't ignored - "PUT DOWN YOUR GUN," "I DON'T BELIEVE IN GOD," "ARE WE FREE?" It's an intentionally sincere record that never holds back in its condemnation of global injustice and calls for progression.
"We cover a lot of ground, some songs tackle different topics in every line. Overall it is trying to convey three main themes: a better education for the next generation, which in turn will help us make greater leaps forward towards actual equality and the possibility of reversing the effects of climate change. It's also very philosophical and full of humour. I'm sarcastic and aware that it all feels a bit overwhelming at times, this thing we call life."
Next stop on VANT's campaign trail is the USA where Dumb Blood's critical swipes may just hit a nerve. Their live debut on American soil will be at Governor's Ball in NYC on 3rd June 2017, but Mattie is looking ahead with positivity and caution. "I guess the first question is will our visas even be approved?! Ha! Seriously though I'm relishing the opportunity, we are a band that proudly states we are from Planet Earth. A lot of themes on the album are inspired by America, and we're ready to have some input and offer a little bit of an outside perspective in their time of need. Maybe we'll burn a Trump effigy or something on stage, I don't know yet, the world is our oyster (as long as we don't convert to Islam)."
In our virtual online bubbles we sign e-petitions and partake in social media rants in the belief we may make a difference. Even if we do, It's easy to forget that something needs to happen in the physical world. In his own deadpan way, Mattie offers up some simple advice on how to tackle our newfound enemies of freedom and peace, "If you want a change then be part of the conversation, not only online but in the real world as well. Join groups and movements, go to protests, that's a start. The next step is civil disobedience."
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IMF forecasts decrease in economic growth by 4.1 % in 2008
Almaty. January 30. Kazakhstan Today - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts decrease in economic growth by 4.1 % in 2008. IMF report states, the agency reports referring to IMF site. According to IMF, after rapid growth in the third quarter of last year the rates of economic growth began to slow down due to financial crisis. IMF forecasts decrease in rates of economic growth from 4.9 % last year up to 4.1 % this year. In comparison with the forecast of IMF in October of 2007 growth went down by 0.3 points. The last data show that the rates of economic growth in the world have noticeably decreased for the last quarter of the last year due to the crisis in financial sector after a stronger than expected slow down of economic growth in the third quarter. The US economic growth was especially slowed down in the fourth quarter with slowing down of the activity in the sphere of manufacture, housing, employment and consumption. In the Western Europe rates of economic growth slowed down and index of confidence has fallen down. The forecasts of the highly developed economic systems have been significantly lowered. The forecasted growth of economic development in the USA this year has been lowered up to 1.5 % in comparison with 2.2 % of the last year. According to IMF forecasts, rate of growth of developing economies will be slowed down, decreasing from 7.8 % last year up to 6.9 % this year.
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Your Nail Gal, Pam
I am a professional running a business trying to accommodate busy people such as yourself. These policies are designed to keep my business running smoothly for everyone.
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I do Not answer the phone during services;
If your phone number is blocked I will assume you are a salesman and ignore your call, so leave a voicemail with a return phone number and a name.
Send a text if possible and I will answer as soon as able.
Please remember, a lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine.
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If you have an appointment, Please text that you are here and I will open the door for you!
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The one thing we can never get back once it is gone is time. We all lead busy lives and our time is precious. It's just a cancellation to you but to me it is lost income. Please, if you need to change your time give as much notice as possible. Thank you!
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We appreciate that some clients are busy and simply don't have the time to complete our Tax Questionnaire. We have just the service to accommodate them.
The service is charged at our standard billable rate of $200 per hour. The amount of time it would take depends on the complexity of the situation (it normally takes between 1 and 2 hours).
Once the Questionnaire is prepared, the rest of Tax Preparation service is performed at our standard fees. So the extra cost over our standard fee is usually between $200 and $400.
Please note, this only covers personal returns. If you have a foreign corporation or foreign partnership, we will require your balance sheet, income statement, and articles of incorporation.


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TOWIE series 24 is proving to be brimming with drama and better than ever.
With a mixture of original cast members and newcomers to the show, there's more going on in Essex than ever before.
Arguments are escalating, fake tans developing and, of course, romances blossoming.
So who is Chloe Meadows' boyfriend?
- How old is Camilla Thurlow? Everything you need to know
- Chloe Ferry's transformation – how much surgery has she star had?
- Did Abbie Holborn quit Geordie Shore for love?
Is Chloe Meadows in a serious relationship?
During TOWIE series 24, we've heard snippets of Chloe Meadows having a boyfriend.
Her mystery man hasn't joined her on the show, Chloe said in an interview with The Daily Mail:
I hope he doesn't join the cast. There's too much pressure on the show. It's just really hard being in a relationship on the show.
However, it does look like things are that serious that the pair could be moving in together.
On series 24 episode 6, Chloe said this Easter was a bit of a special one: "My mum is moving to Dublin. My mums like my emotional support. It hasn't hit me yet."
Bobby said: "Will you be looking for your own place now?"
Chloe said:
Yeah, I think so. Me and my boyfriend have talked about it. It's a bit scary, it becomes more like a grown-up relationship doesn't it?
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Who is Chloe M's boyfriend?
Chloe Meadows is currently dating George Wales.
You can join his 600 odd Insta followers – @george.wales.
George works in London as a city banker. Chloe has stated that she doubts her boyfriend would quit his job for Towie, she said: "He has a great job".
George and Chloe dated before she joined the TOWIE cast.
After they broke up she dated Taylor Barnett, but now she and George have rekindled their romance.
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I Went To My Very First Opera Last Night , La Traviata ? • • • • • • Headband from @dejajewel_accessories
How old is Chloe M?
Chloe has been on the show since 2016.
She joined The Only Way is Essex with Courtney Green when she was 23 years old for series 17.
The stunning blonde will turn 27 in 2019.
She celebrates her birthday on October 2nd and is a Libra.
@Chloemeadows made a few new friends out in #TOWIEThailand, Not sure how they'd fit in on the streets of Essex tho ?? If you missed a single moment be sure to head to the @ITVBe player to #catchup now! #TOWIE ???? pic.twitter.com/Zn3uXn0WMv
— Only Way is Essex (@OnlyWayIsEssex) March 27, 2019
Chloe Meadows: Instagram
During episode 6, Sam Mucklow approached Chloe Meadows to ask her to model his clothing brand.
Aww, well sweet of Sam. And he's spot on picking @Chloemeadows #TOWIE
— Angela Ford (@Fordys_twits) April 21, 2019
Over the last year, it looks like Chloe's confidence has grown as the Instagram posts are coming out like there's no tomorrow.
Follow Chloe on Instagram – @chloejmeadows.
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Everything you need to know about TOWIE's most sought-after 'MILF' Clare Brockett!


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Ecstatic Dance Boston is monthly dance journey to take us into self exploration and creative expression... and they'll be bringing their movement to the Boston Social Fitness Festival. They honor "moving as the music inspires you" in a judgement-free space designed to inspire easeful presence and energetic flow. ED Boston is an opportunity to connect with yourself, shake up your patterns, let free-form inspiration abound, and co-create a transformative experience.
Each month, they bring a multilayered dance experience... starting off with a movement class warmup featuring renowned instructors and facilitators, followed by DJ'd beats and music from dance floors around the world, and finally coming to a sound scape cool down integration with either live instruments, digital production, or vocalization. Their featured guests will be a mix of local talent and familiar faces to international teachers and musicians. They'll start and finish with brief opening and closing circles to ground ourselves and gather in our present space of learning, expression, and connection.
Let carefully crafted musical journeys allow you to process emotions, exercise your body and mind, lift your spirits, and be welcomed by a vibrant local community as part of a global family in ecstatic expression. You can engage in the dance as you wish… through movement, meditation, expansion, observation, introspection, development, and connection.
You'll be amazed at what emerges when you let go and just dance!


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Item #: SCP-xxxx
Object Class: Euclid
Special Containment Procedures: SCP-xxxx is to be kept in a sound proofed, climate controlled room, kept within a sealed, air tight glass case that is lit with a spotlight at all times when not in use by testing personnel. The spotlight in the containment must be kept on at all times so as to prevent it from entering its active state. If the spotlight fails, personnel sent to maintain the containment are to be instructed to wear ear protection to prevent the object from inspiring them to remove it from its containment.
Description: SCP-xxxx is a curved, stylized one handed long sword, vaguely resembling a scimitar in shape. Its blade is approximately 1 meter in length and 5 cm in width, weighing exactly 2.5 kilograms. With a protective hilt made of what seems to be Corinthian bronze, its handle is a white core wrapped in brown cured leather.
The blade itself seems fairly ordinary aside from the stylized patterns embedded in the metal of the blade, similar to damascus steel patterns, that has been as of yet not been connected with any existing or extinct civilization. The metal itself that the blade is made out of does not match any metal found on earth and indeed, it seems to be a complex alloy that has not yet been identified. The swords handle has been proven to be made out of ivory from an elephant tusk and shows no obvious signs of wear or degradation. The leather wrapping of the handle is very precisely woven and it reveals the white ivory core with its cork screw pattern underneath it.
The blade has exhibited properties of being able to vibrate at high frequencies when swung, or struck at a target, it has been completely unable to be used on any living being, as it will phase through them as if the blade was not there at all. Objects and inanimate matter however, be it steel, concrete or reinforced titanium gets sliced with ease. The blade lets out a consistent and very audible, silent hum when placed near a light source. Subjects placed within the same room with SCP-xxxx report feeling "secure and safe" when left alone with the object while it hums. When the light source is extinguished, the blade will begin to glow and the hum of the blade intensifies, it has been reported by test subjects that the blade speaks to them in a calming and very encouraging voice that inspires the subject to pick up the blade. Analysis of video and audio recording of these encounters reveal nothing out of the ordinary registered in the data. Leaving the researchers to believe that the blade and any subject with the blade are somehow psychically linked while left alone. Subjects that are questioned after these encounters report that the voice that spoke to have inspired them and that they felt "invincible" while holding the weapon. The subjects exposed to the blade are rehabilitated and healed. All behavior and characteristics considered detrimental is removed from them, regardless of what it was, be it drug addiction or injury and fatal illness. Subjects exposed to SCP-xxxx always emerge in near perfect physical health regardless their condition prior to the encounter.
Subjects injured while holding SCP-xxxx regenerate at an accelerated rate and are even rejuvenated to their prime if the subject is in a ripe old age and detoxed in seconds if they were suffering from a substance abuse high during the encounter. All subjects exhibit a personality that deviates from their own while holding the weapon, indicating that SCP-xxxx is capable of controlling those that hold it, interviews with subjects affected like this report that this was voluntary on their part. Saying that the holder must agree to be controlled and are not forced into being controlled by the personality housed within SCP-xxxx dubbed SCP-xxxx-2. When in control SCP-xxxx-2 speaks in a polite, and calm manner, despite of the circumstance it or its host are in. never showing signs of distress, fatigue or discomfort. SCP-xxxx-2 is unusually unresponsive towards any negative action taken against it and seems to have an intimate knowledge of most languages, as it has been interviewed in many current languages, even some currently extinct languages. It was also found that SPC-xxxx-2 is capable of apporting the sword from the possession of the wielder, presumably anywhere it needs it to be. This process of apportation is incredibly luminous and loud, and will blind the individual looking upon it, and rupture the ear drums of anyone within range.
The voice that speaks to the subjects identifies itself as [DATA EXPUNGED] to its holder, leaving the researchers to believe that this might be the sword of [DATA EXPUNGED] described in scripture. The blade has also the ability to cleave shadow as if it was actual matter. The shadow that is struck is visibly damaged and cast away until the blade leaves the possession of its wielder. SCP-xxxx is being considered as a countermeasure for SCP-[DATA EXPUNGED] and SCP-[DATA EXPUNGED]-2 in case of a containment breach.
Acquisition Log: SCP-xxxx was found in [DATA EXPUNGED] Iraq during, an archaeological excavation of what was believed to be the ruins of [DATA EXPUNGED]. It was housed within a stone enclosure with a pedestal made of marble and one opening in the ceiling letting in sunlight, acting as a spotlight. It was brought to the attention of the foundation after its holder at the time boasted the abilities of miraculous healing, the subject was detained by locally embedded agents shortly after. Examination of the subject revealed nothing out of the ordinary but after an agent came into contact with the weapon and exhibited similar behavior, it was concluded that the weapon itself was the anomaly and was then brought to site-[DATA EXPUNGED] for further testing and containment.
After the incident SCP-xxxx-2-1998-A in which personnel in charge of analyzing SCP-xxxx was inspired to pick up SCP-xxxx and then controlled by the personality within the blade now dubbed SCP-xxxx-2, containment procedures had to be revised to include ear protection while interacting with or analyzing SCP-xxxx.
Incident SCP-xxxx-2-1998-A
On 21.6.1998 during analysis of SCP-xxxx, Dr.█████, reported hearing a slight hum while performing structural analysis on the metal of the blade. He was told to continue the analysis and upon picking up SCP-xxxx by its handle, SCP-xxxx-2 manifested 10 seconds later. The incident was recorded and the affected subject was promptly interviewed.
interviewed: Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2
interviewer: Dr.████
Foreword: Archival Recording.
Begin Log, 21.6.1998 12:55 pm
Dr.████: Hello Dr.█████
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: [looks around the interview room absent minded while grasping the sword in his left hand]
Dr.████: Do you understand what I'm saying to you?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: Yes. I understand quite well.
Dr.████: Would you mind if I asked you some questions?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: Not at all. I do so enjoy conversation.
Dr.████: Can you explain to me what has happened to Dr.█████?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: The good Doctor simply agreed to allow me to use him. This is very useful as I saw it necessary to get my bearings. This place holds many things that ought to stay away from mortal hands.
Dr.████: Are you referring to the other SCP's?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: Yes. Objects of power that were not meant to be found, corruption of flesh and soul in physical form, benevolent, ambivalent, neutral and malevolent entities of varying shapes and sizes. You have collected them here, now I suppose, this includes My sword as well.
Dr.████: How do you know all of this exactly? Have you access to Dr.█████'s mind?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: To answer your latter question, Yes. I do have access to his mind, but this is not necessary for me to know this. I feel these anomalous entities within this facility. Some of them disturb the very fabric of reality itself, and some are simply easy to spot due to them being living beings or…Undying. Vibrations on a level beyond mortal comprehension allows me to ascertain the nature of these anomalies. To put it in terms you'd understand, it is like an orchestra of music, except some instruments are clearly not performing the correct tune.
Dr.████: So you're intuitively aware of all things within this facility?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: Not just within the facility. Within the entirety of the world. Human or otherwise, anomalous or mundane entities. There is one in particular I'm quite familiar with, the one you designate SCP-[DATA EXPUNGED]. Despite his vile inclinations, he's been around for a long… long time, as have I.
Dr.████: How are you able to control the person who wields the sword? And how do you even ensure that someone picks it up?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: The song of light fuels the harmonics of the metal, Once the blade is deprived of light, it becomes active as it begins to expend a portion of the energy it has absorbed over the course of several millenia. This activation sounds to mortals as an audible hum, upon hearing it, they form a link between my presence and I am able to speak to them in a disembodied voice. They cannot locate the source of the sound as I am not located within your familiar 3 dimensional space. The sword acts then much like a receiver, a siphon which i can use to partially enter the wielder and assert myself into a dominant role. I do not control those unwilling to lend themselves to me.
Dr.████: During testing before the interview, we found that Dr.█████'s liver shows no more signs of alcoholic abuse, as he has been a problematic drinker for the past few years since beginning his job here, we found this quite Odd. Also Dr.█████ seems to have been returned to an age resembling him more in his [DATA EXPUNGED] effectively making him look physically [REDACTED] years younger than he should be. What is the purpose of this change?
Dr.█████/SCP-xxxx-2: All corruption and unnecessary substance is removed from the body and the body regenerated to perform at an optimal capacity as I enter it. A weak body is a liability I will not suffer. I believe I've let you indulge your curiosity for long enough, I shall now return to my holding cell.
[The blade suddenly glows brightly and hums very loudly and disappears from the room]
Dr.████: What the hell was that!? My eyes!
Dr.█████: Dr.████? What's going on? We're supposed to get a structural-..Hold on. Where are we? Why are we in the interview room?
Dr.████: I can't see! I can't hear anything. What the ████ just happened!
[He rubs his eyes in pain and yells profanities for the next 10 seconds as Dr.█████ escorts him to the infirmary]
End log, 21.6.1998 1:02pm
Closing Statements: The debriefing of Dr.████ revealed that his ear drums had ruptured and his retina had been cauterized during SCP-xxxx's disappearance. Search of the facility revealed that it had returned to its containment. Study of the video footage of SCP-xxxx's containment revealed it appeared in a flash of light out of nowhere Dr.█████ retained no memory of the incident when questioned about his awareness of being controlled by SCP-xxxx-2. He reported feeling better than he had ever felt since he was in his early adulthood. Finding out that his body had rejuvenated made him quite cheerful.


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Our guide to all the week's soap action, from Saturday May 16:
EastEnders (BBC1)
Phil is still trying to sort out buying the Vic, which surprises Linda who thinks he should be more concerned with Ben's operation.
However, Phil does start taking an interest when he discovers that his son's surgery has been rescheduled because the doctor thinks he's too unwell to proceed. That leaves the worried dad wondering if he should still involve Ben in the job – so when Danny later approaches him, will Phil find a new partner in crime?
Meanwhile, Callum comes up with an unusual punishment for a deaf shoplifter – he decides she should have a word with his boyfriend.
Suki steps in to help when an ambulance is called for Jean, and Tiffany worries that Keegan may have cost Jack his job when she realises her husband has shared the video exonerating him.
Emmerdale (ITV)
Vicar Harriet is being particularly sinful as she gets intimate with Malone – in the church.
She's later filled with guilt and insists their passionate encounter was a mistake, but that doesn't stop the corrupt cop asking her to meet him again.
Meanwhile, Will is still hopeful he can win Harriet back, but will he his attempts to make amends work or just push her straight back into Malone's arms?
Elsewhere, Mandy is suspicious when Vinny raves about his amazing new workmate Alex and how well they get on. But rather than twigging that the new scrapyard employee is really Vinny's dad Paul, Mandy starts to wonder if the mysterious Alex might be a girl...
Coronation Street (ITV)
When the week's episodes begin, Oliver is still lying in a hospital bed, heavily sedated and awaiting the tests that will determine exactly what is wrong with him.
Steve and Leanne are shocked when the initial diagnosis of epilepsy turns out to be wrong – their little boy has a condition that is potentially far more serious, leaving them beside themselves with worry. As they wait for further news, they find comfort in remembering humorous moments from Oliver's life, but when Nick suggests they should take things more seriously, Leanne lashes out.
Eventually, after a heart-to-heart with Toyah, the couple make amends and vow to support each other, come what may.
Meanwhile, as Michael rails against Ed's decision to turn the other cheek to Don's constant racist jibes, James fears his sexuality will ruin his dream of becoming a top footballer.
Hollyoaks (Channel 4)
Jordan's county-lines operation runs into trouble when he realises Sid and Juliet are away on a week-long school trip – which means they won't be available for any dodgy errands.
So, he decides to find a new young recruit and poses as Sid so he can message Charlie via gaming. When Jordan later persuades the youngster to make a delivery for him, has his fiendish plan worked?
Elsewhere, Diane is grateful for Edward's support in the wake of the news about Tony's brain tumour - and it seems her husband is too as he unexpectedly suggests that his dad moves in with them.
Tom offers Romeo a masterclass on impressing the ladies, but his would-be protege decides the mentor is the one in need of some tips after it becomes clear that Tom and Yazz haven't slept together.
Home and Away (C5)
Marco shows his true colours – he blackmails Maggie into convincing Ben to invest in his business. But will he be satisfied with the cash? It seems not, prompting Maggie to confide in Roo before coming clean to her husband.
Justin and Leah are reconciled; they and Tori gather to scatter Mason's ashes during an emotional farewell. The Morgans also clear out his room for Grace after discovering that Jasmine is pregnant.
Willow struggles to come to terms with her split from Alex and lashes out at her friends, but receives welcome support from Dean and Colby.
Neighbours (C5)
It's 17 years since Dee disappeared shortly on her wedding day and there's been a lot of water under the bridge – but is there still time for her and Toadie to live happily ever after?
She's back in Erinsborough as a favour for her doppelganger Andrea, but wonders if sticking around might be a good idea. She broaches the subject tentatively with Toadie, who is still grieving for Sonya.
Andrea, meanwhile, unexpectedly bonds with Elly, as her cellmate's predicament reminds her of herself and Hugo, and she decides to request a photograph of her son.
After watching a stressed Susan take her frustrations out on an unfortunate Mackenzie, Claudia decides to launch her custody bid. The Kennedys are devastated by Sam's courtroom revelations, which result in Aster being handed over to her grandmother.


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Proverbs Chapter 16 Young's Literal Translation
All things hath Jehovah wrought for Himself, And also the wicked `worketh' for a day of evil.
An abomination to Jehovah `is' every proud one of heart, Hand to hand he is not acquitted.
In kindness and truth pardoned is iniquity, And in the fear of Jehovah Turn thou aside from evil.
When a man's ways please Jehovah, even his enemies, He causeth to be at peace with him.
An abomination to kings `is' doing wickedness, For by righteousness is a throne established.
The delight of kings `are' righteous lips, And whoso is speaking uprightly he loveth,
In the light of a king's face `is' life, And his good-will `is' as a cloud of the latter rain.
To get wisdom -- how much better than gold, And to get understanding to be chosen than silver!
A highway of the upright `is', `Turn from evil,' Whoso is preserving his soul is watching his way.
The wise in any matter findeth good, And whoso is trusting in Jehovah, O his happiness.
To the wise in heart is called, `Intelligent,' And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.
A fountain of life `is' understanding to its possessors, The instruction of fools is folly.
The heart of the wise causeth his mouth to act wisely, And by his lips he increaseth learning,
Sayings of pleasantness `are' a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and healing to the bone.
A labouring man hath laboured for himself, For his mouth hath caused `him' to bend over it.
A froward man sendeth forth contention, A tale-bearer is separating a familiar friend.
Consulting his eyes to devise froward things, Moving his lips he hath accomplished evil.
Better `is' the slow to anger than the mighty, And the ruler over his spirit than he who is taking a city.


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