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There is now an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join our new team as Senior Security Analyst.
Principle duties
- Lead implementation and operation of proactive security operation measures such as vulnerability scanning and penetration testing and generate reports highlighting findings.
- Establish, maintain and enforce policy, guidelines and baselines related to security for the users and administration of IT systems.
- Review existing and proposed system configurations and designs to ensure compliance with security controls and baselines.
- Lead IT system risk assessments for IT systems and scenarios and evaluate proposed system changes.
- Design, implement, operate and maintain security tools and solutions such as network security appliances, end point protection, perimeter protection tools with minimal supervision and guidance.
- Monitor IT systems for security threats and participate in response planning and remediation actions.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as directed by the Manager.
- Bachelor's degree or Associate degree with 3 additional years of experience in the IT field.
- 9 years' experience in IT field.
- CISSP or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
- Proficient in written and oral English.
- At least 5 years work experience at information security service company or department (At least 2 years work experience at security service providing job and 2 years work experience at internal security management job).
- Script (perl, awk, sed, windows scripting host, sh) design and creation skill.
- Design a security control process, procedure and operation and document it.
- Both windows and Unix/Linux operating system implementation and administration skill.
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If you believe you meet the requirements for this role, please contact us with your CV stating your experience as well as current & expected salary.


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Hi guys! Long time no see. I've officially graduated high school and thought I'd make a post for all you incoming seniors about some things I'd wish I'd known senior year/some tips and tricks to help make your senior year less stressful because we all need a little less stress in our lives ha. So without further ado,
- Make your college list over the summer: The summer before senior year is the time to finalize your college list. Do this by making a list of places you're interested in and narrow it down based on fit. Try to visit if possible but if you can't, most schools have virtual tours that you can take online. Make sure to have your list done before September. College apps are expensive and the fees for sending test scores to your respective schools add to the cost. Include at least one safety and two match schools on your list.
- Get a calendar and mark all the deadlines for college apps, scholarships, testing, when test scores have to be sent in, etc. It will keep you organized and on track.
- Start your essays over the summer (or at least brainstorm some ideas): You don't necessarily have to start your college essays over the summer - I didn't - but at least make a list of ideas, look over the prompts if they've been released, and familiarize yourself with common essay structures and how to write a good college essay. You should have a pretty good idea by September of what you want to include in your essays. Start them early so that you'll get enough time to show them to your English teacher, parents, or anybody whose input you value.
- While there are some topics for college essays that are too cliché and aren't worth writing about (you can find a list here), in general, don't be afraid of writing about something that you think will be cliché. If you give a topic an original spin and people can hear your voice and tell that it was a unique experience, you're fine.
- DON'T PLAGARIZE OR HAVE A PARENT/TEACHER/FRIEND/OTHER PERSON WRITE YOUR ESSAYS. No matter how tempted you are, just don't. It will cause you more troubles that is worth and can get you in serious trouble (plus the moral repercussions of it). Be you and write your own essays.
- Ask for your teacher recs early. This means to ask teachers by late September at the latest. Teachers need time to write your recs and chances are, you're not the only one asking said teacher for a rec. Getting your request in early will make sure that you'll get a letter of rec and that the teacher will have enough time to write a good letter of rec.
- Ask for letters of rec from teachers you know will write something good about you. Go for teachers you've known for more than a year and/or teachers who know you better.
- After they've written your letter of rec, it is customary to give your teachers a gift. A gift card, food, or a personalized gift/memento are in order.
- Your counselor is your best friend. Seriously. Be prepared to spend significant time in the counselor's office or emailing your counselor. You'll likely have a lot of questions about the whole college apps process and that's ok. Your counselor has done it before and is there to help you. Plus, most colleges require a counselor letter of rec so you'll need to get to know your counselor and your counselor will have to get to know you. Don't be afraid to ask for help because it will significantly reduce your stress.
- It is also encouraged to get your counselor a gift if you feel they've helped you a lot. It's a nice gesture that shows you care.
- Send your test scores in at least 3 weeks before the college's application deadline. This is super important because some colleges refuse to look at your application if your test scores aren't in on time *cough* UMich *cough*. Plan ahead. This is why it's good to have your college apps done early so that you're not scrambling to send colleges your test scores two days before the deadline. If you're taking a test in October, make sure to put all the colleges you're applying to on the list of where you want your scores to be sent to so that the colleges will get the score in time. I had friends who sent their scores in too late and had their application bumped from early action to regular decision at a somewhat selective school where when you applied made all the difference. Seriously, send your scores in early and be done with it.
- Most colleges won't look at an unofficial score report so send the official one at all times. Don't send paper score reports. We're not in the 1920s.
- If you've done all this but your scores will still be late, contact your college's admissions office and let them know which brings me to my next point.
- If you can't find something on the college's website or can't find an answer to a question you have, contact the admissions office! The admissions office can give you the best answers to your questions and can help alleviate any concerns you have. Just make sure not to badger the admissions office because some colleges keep track of how many times you contact them and it can work in your disadvantage.
- Don't have your parents call in because it makes you look bad. You're old enough to call someone and ask them a few questions.
- Start looking for scholarships early. Preferably in the fall. Most of the big and prestigious scholarships have early deadlines and you don't want to miss them. Finding the scholarships you want to apply to early gives you enough time to write the essays and get the other materials needed.
- Don't compare yourself to others. There's no point and it causes unnecessary stress. Be confident in yourself and your application and don't worry about where others have applied/gotten in to or about what others have put on their applications.
These are just a few points that I thought were worth mentioning. Good luck! Senior year will be over before you know it so enjoy it :)
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What is Backyard Miracle Farm? Is it another scam, is it really working? What does it consist also what are the specifications? If you need our experience about it you should read our review. While reading this product evaluation we will explain briefly what this product can present to you, what you can expect to get and learn once you purchase it and which pros and cons you should take into account before making the final decision. This product delivers substantial results and it is not difficult to use. If you're looking for a detailed review of this product, then you've come to the right place!Continue reading "Backyard Miracle Farm"


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| 15.1°C Dublin
One of the state's largest internet providers today scored a landmark victory against record labels over illegal music downloads.
Four powerful industry firms - Warner Music, Universal Music, Sony BMG and EMI Records - pushed for a "three strikes and you're out" rule to stop massive piracy by UPC customers.
But the High Court ruled that laws to identify and cut-off internet users illegally copying music files were not enforceable in Ireland.
The decision may have serious implications for an out-of-court agreement the record labels secured with Eircom last year.
It is understood Vodafone and Meteor are in talks over the threat of illegal downloads while O2 and 3 Ireland were also awaiting the outcome of the case.
Mr Justice Peter Charleton warned that the business of recording companies was being devastated by internet piracy.
"This not only undermines their business but ruins the ability of a generation of creative people in Ireland, and elsewhere, to establish a viable living. It is destructive of an important native industry," he said.
But the judge said laws were not in place in Ireland to enforce disconnections over illegal downloads despite the record companies' complaints being merited.
He also said this gap in legislation meant Ireland was not complying with European law.
He said a substantial portion of UPC's 150,000 customers were illegally downloading music.
UPC said it would work with all parties to identify and address main areas of concern over downloads.
"UPC has repeatedly stressed that it does not condone piracy and has always taken a strong stance against illegal activity on its network," the company said.
The internet firm said it would combat copyright infringements if necessary court orders were secured.
UPC added: "Our whole premise and defence focused on the mere conduit principal which provides that an internet service provider (ISP) cannot be held liable for content transmitted across its network and today's decision supports the principle that ISPs are not liable for the actions of internet subscribers."
The four music labels have seen sales fall by €64m from 2005 to 2009.
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09 May 2010
Move from academia
I will be moving to Bombay in the next few weeks and expect to be back in the private sector law practice by first week of July. Which of course means that the frequency of my blogging will be reduced.
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Getting Pierced Frequently Asked Questions
1 - Where do I go to get pierced?
It is best to go to a shop that specializes in piercing and does not use piercing guns.
2 - My friends told me that it's safe to get my ears done with a gun. They all got theirs done with a gun, so why would I have to go to a shop that doesn't use guns?
Piercing gun "technology" is derived from veterinary procedures used to tag the ears of cattle. In a setting where livestock is processed, guns may be the fastest method to tag animals, but they are not the safest for humans. Here is why:
- They cannot be sterilized. Wiping down a gun with alcohol does not equal sterilization. Gun parts are made of plastic, which cannot be autoclaved, which is the best way to kill HIV and Hepatitis.
- Guns do not make a clear entry hole. When you are pierced with a needle, the needle is razor sharp and beveled specially to aid insertion. You injure fewer cells with a needle, making it easier for your body to heal. A gun forces a relatively blunt object (a "piercing stud") through your flesh, basically ripping it through your lobe by force.
- Because the piercing studs used in guns tear through your lobe, there are more bodily fluids displaced by the force of the impact. These fluids will fly off and land on the closest object, which is the piercing gun. Which is then not sterilized in between customers.
- Piercing studs that are used in guns are usually of a cheap grade metal that contains nickel. Many people have allergic reactions to nickel, making their ears red, raw and puffy. It may not occur to them that they are having a reaction to the jewelry. In addition, these studs have tight fitting "butterfly backs" which have twists and bends which are hard to clean, therefore trapping bacteria perilously close to an open wound.
- In addition, most guns are labeled for lobe use only. Even thought they are labeled as such, they are too often used on upper ear cartilage. When cartilage gets infected, it can lead to a phenomenon called "cartilage collapse" where the ear cartilage basically melts and collapses, leaving you with a deformed ear that can only be reconstructed by a plastic surgeon.
3 - It's my first time getting pierced. How do I pick out a shop?
You should be looking for the following things. If your piercer does not meet the basic requirements for cleanliness, walk out. Do not be afraid to ask questions, and if the shop staff are rude or seem annoyed with you, walk out. It is not worth risking your health over a dirty shop.
- Cleanliness. Does the shop look clean? Cleanliness is important in the shop over all. Ask if they use new needles for each new piercing performed, and if their initial jewelry is sterilized by autoclave. Your piercer should wear gloves while piercing, and change the gloves often while preparing to pierce. Used needles should be put into a sharps container. Cleanliness and sterility should be the most important consideration when picking a shop.
- Overall atmosphere. Do you feel comfortable there? While you may be nervous before your first piercing, you should not feel intimidated by the shop staff or pressured into doing things that you don't want to do. Piercing should be a positive experience! What to expect before, during and after your piercing
- Jewelry. Ask what they use for initial jewelry in a fresh piercing. Is it Stainless Steel? Titanium? If you are getting pierced with a barbell of any sort, ask if the threading where the ball unscrews is internal or external. Internally threaded jewelry is more expensive because of the manufacturing process, but not having threads on the outside means that when it is time to change your jewelry the tender skin will not get cut up by threads sliding over it.
- Method. Each shop has its own method. Some pierce freehand, some pierce with clamps. Some will only perform certain piercings in certain gauges, and some have a range of gauges at which they will pierce. Within reason, none of these methods are wrong if your piercer is competent, it is just the way he or she learned. Ask to see portfolios if available. Not every shop has them, but most will. Especially for more unusual piercings, ask how many times the piercer has performed that procedure.
- Age requirements. Most US States require you to be 18 to get pierced without parental consent. Most shops will pierce only people over 15 because prior to that age, the body is still changing. So, for the most part, if you are in between 15-18, you will need parental permission, ID for both you (a birth certificate counts) AND your parent/guardian. You will probably have your IDs copied and will need to sign a consent form. There are NO shops that I know of that will pierce genitals or nipples under 18. These rules are put in place for your safety; do NOT go to a shop that bends these rules. If they are willing to bend a state (federal if non-US) law, imagine the freedoms that they will be willing to take with hygiene and cleanliness. It is not worth it.
4 - How much does it cost?
It depends on the shop, but most piercings start around $20 at the low end and $80 at the high end, depending on what's being done. Ask if the price includes jewelry, and if you are getting a set of something done, such as nipples or lobes, ask if the price stated includes one or both sides. And don't forget to tip your piercer. Depending on service and the difficulty of the piercing, $5-$10 is pretty fair.
5 - Does it hurt?
Yes, it does. But only for a split second and probably not as bad as you think. Most people, even those with a lot of piercings will tell you that the worry of anticipation is greater than the pinch of the actual piercing.
6 - Will I bleed?
For most piercings, not really. Less than a drop of blood, if even, unless you have a clotting disorder or are taking certain medications. Always be up front with whatever medications you are taking, even if they are over the counter. Aspirin can make your blood thinner and you will bleed more. Some piercings, most notably the more major male genital piercings will bleed, but that is normal and it will slow down and stop within a few days.
7 - What's up with all of the forms that I have to sign when I get there? I feel like I 'm buying a car!
That's to insure your safety and the safety of the shop. Every shop should ID and make a photocopy of the ID. Remember, age requirements are there for your safety. Depending on the shop, you may have to initial or sign something stating any or all of the following:
- That you are of age
- That you understand the aftercare procedures explained to you
- That you have seen the piercer open all needles and jewelry from sterile, sealed packaging
- That you have told the piercer or assistant all prescription medications that you take regularly, and any over the counter medicines that you may have taken recently
- That you have not had alcohol to drink within a certain time period before getting pierced. This is not only to ensure that you don't come in drunk and get something done then blame the shop the next day, this is also because alcohol can affect bleeding


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One of my customers have had some trouble with CSS files being cached in the browser for too long after a new version is released, making the site look bad. To resolve that problem I added a query parameter with the current revision to the end of the url, i.e. mystyle.css?rev=123. It worked fine on my computer, but when I sent it to the staging server I got the error "HttpException (0x80004005): '/my/path/mystyle.css?rev=123' is not a valid virtual path.".
After some research it turns out that the home made CSS compressor HttpHandler I'm using calls VirtualPathUtility.GetDirectory to get the directory of the CSS file. On my machine there was a flag set in the registry that allows for the characters ':', '?', '*'. in VirtualPathUtility.GetDirectory(string), on the server it wasn't set.
The flag is called VerificationCompatibility and found in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\ASP.NET. If set to 1 it allows all characters but '\0' in the url, if not it will also disallow the three characters mentioned above. Since it has something to do with security my solution wasn't to set the flag on the production machine, but rather to send AbsolutePath to the method rather than PathAndQuery that was used first.
Since it took me a while to figure this out I thought it would be nice of me to let you know, and hopefully save you some time.


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The leader of the ongoing protest pressuring the Nigerian government to act and rescue over 240 schoolgirls abuducted in Chibok, Borno state has been arrested.
Naomi Mutah Nyadar was detained by the police early Monday morning at Asokoro police station.
"We believe it is in connection with the protests she is leading," her lawyer, Samuel Ogala, of the Falana and Falana Chambers told PREMIUM TIMES.
Mrs. Nyadar has sustained the #BringBackOurGirls protest at the Unity Fountain, less than 200 metres away from the Transcorp Hilton Hotels venue of the planed World Economic Forum, WEF, starting in less than 52 hours. The protest ground could be sighted from the left wing of the hotel's rooms.
The Nigerian government, eager to give the attendees of the World Economic Forum an impression of safety and serenity, shutdown all public offices and schools in the city.
Nigeria's First Lady, accused of masterminding her arrest, was seen yesterday 'crying' over the abduction of the Chibok Schoolgirls.
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Ways to Promote Your Limo Business
It's important to strategize your business so that your clients, sales and reputation can increase. Since you in the minneapolis limo service business, it's important to stay ahead of the competition by continually getting your business brand in front for the audience you are targeting. There are two different ways on how you can promote your business both online and offline so that you can get focus from more clients. The growth of your business does not come as fast as you may think, hard work needs to be done. A manageable, inexpensive and above all effective strategy, these are some of the approaches you can take to grow your business.
Online platforms have become very efficient when it comes to the promotion of businesses. Product that is beneficial to clients will really sell since they feel more connected to them. It's very important to focus on what customers are looking for and what they need, you can create your sales idea that shows what you understand of clients requirements and your interest in filling the gap. Most people don't buy products because of the long-term benefit of the product but based on the emotional twin cities response towards the product. You will find that corporate accounts will find ways to impress and to hire limo service will literally help to them accomplish this, for father getting the best prom night for their daughter is something special to them hence hiring the best limo will really help and finally braids want the best transportation for the guests, and limo rides will make their guests very happy. Hence knowing each and every customer's unique needs and fulfilling them we really help you in selling your business st. paul.
customers can be provided with coupons. Most customers will be attracted by a business that has a promotional hence offering free coupons. People tend to buy products even when they don't necessarily need them if the product is free. Small Businesses have used this strategy for many years to attract customers. In occasions like fathers day, valentine and mothers day coupons or special discount is such a good idea to get people to use your services.
Sending direct mail to customers. When direct emails are utilized properly, they can be an effective way of communication despite emails being the most popular way of communication. Communication is important emails are very popular, but direct emails are also a very useful method of communication if someone uses it in the best possible. Not all Businesses consider using direct mail to communicate to their clients but some businesses are using this method, and it has worked well for them. There may be dozens of spam emails and yours may get lost in the process of other emails. sending a postcard is a physical way of communications that makes a client feel personal, they have been given attention and cares been given to them, and this encourages them to notice and read the postcard. There may be success observed in your business when these methods are well utilized.


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"What is that thing?" she demanded moving from the window towards the front door.
Garrett followed her with his eyes as he said "that thing is a boat."
"No that thing is a piece of junk" she corrected coming to stand in front of him hands on hips.
"It floats" Garrett said with the slightest quirk of his lips "therefore it's a boat."
"It floats" she struggled to get the words out "a log floats but it doesn't make it a boat."
"I'll fix it," he said "wait and see it'll be good as new in no time."
"You'll fix it" she repeated shaking her head "you can't even change the oil on the car but you're going to fix that hunk of junk decorating our yard."
He sighed tossing aside the owner's manual he was reading. "I thought it'd be a project dad, grandpa and I could work on together," he looked up at her "you know how depressed grandpa's been since the heart attack."
"I know" she walked over to him snuggling into his arms "just tell me one thing ok? How much money did you spend on that thing?
Chuckling a little as he pulled her close "not much but …." he kissed her nose "it's going to cost a bundle to fix it up."
Looking up Verity smiled her eyes twinkling "It'll be worth it if it makes grandpa smile again."


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Wineland Tours
Allow us to take you on a breathtaking journey through the winelands of the Cape. Witness the wine making process & visit the historical towns of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek & Paarl.
The Tour at a Glance!
Wineland Tours - One of the highlights!
The Wine Centre is housed in an original Dutch gabled barn dating back to 1750. Spier offers a selection of formal wine tastings to suit casual drinkers and connoisseurs.


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Confidence in the service, retail and construction sectors dropped in August, a Tuesday report by the Turkish Statistics Institute revealed, drawing a dismal outlook regarding market activity.
The report, which measures the attitude of business leaders through a series of polls on planned levels of investment and overall expectations, saw confidence in the service and construction sectors contract by 0.7% and 2.6% in the retail sector, in August compared to the previous month, Today's Zaman reported.
Decrease in the services confidence index stemmed from the decreased number of managers who expect an increased "demand-turnover" in the coming three months.
Downturn in the retail trade confidence index was traced to the decreased number of managers who found current stock volumes below normal for the past season and who expect an increase in "business activity sales" over the next three months.
Decline in the construction confidence index was due to the decreased number of managers evaluating "current overall order books" as above seasonal norms.
The confidence index in services declined from 101.37 in July to 100.65 in August, while it dropped from 104.6 to 101.86 in the retail sector and retreated from 82.7 to 82.1 in the construction sector in the same period.
In a separate report on Tuesday, the Turkish Central Bank said business confidence among Turkish manufacturers also dropped, falling from 105.4 points in July to 103.7 points in August.
Both TurkStat and the bank calculate confidence indices based on a range between 0 and 200 points, where a sub-100 score indicates a downbeat projection and more than 100 reflects an optimistic outlook.


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By Étienne Garbugli | November 11, 2012 | 0 Comment
To identify stakeholders ask:
"For our own information, what are the usual steps between now and signing a contract with your company?" (Dan Robichaud).
Etienne works at the intersection of Technology, Product Design and Marketing. He's a three-time Startup Founder, a five-time entrepreneur, and a UX research expert. Etienne is also the Author of Lean B2B: Build Products Businesses Want. Lean B2B is a framework used by thousands of entrepreneurs & innovators to reduce the risk of their B2B ventures.
Setup a meeting within 2 weeks of meeting (someone new) for top of mind awareness (Ali Taieb).


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Now that it's officially fall, I've been dreaming up all things autumnal. This tabletop look features deep berry and bordeaux tones mixed with woodsy details like faux bois and dappled doe fur. Add to the mix different textures like faux burnout velvet and seasonal fruits and berries and you've got yourself an earthy, autumnal spread that's perfect for this year's Thanksgiving feast or your next dinner party.
This deep berry-toned centerpiece includes dahlias and kangaroo paw.
Fall is all about warmth—translate that coziness to your dinner table by mixing and matching different patterns. Aim to combine pieces that create richly layered colors, depths, and feel. I chose a berry shade of the "Soft Florals" fabric to evoke the feeling of a carpet of fallen leaves, then complemented it with a trompe l'oeil doe print. I like to experiment with the vibe by tossing the fabrics on the table for a layered effect and then stripping them away if it starts to look too busy. And, speaking of busy: To balance some of the jewel-like colors, I've paired them with a neutral, gravelly grey. I've also kept the menus and place cards relatively simple to act as a bold counterpoint to the energy of the patterned fabrics.
A simple folded linen for the bread bowl.
Boxes and stickers make pretty takeaways for leftovers.
Keep reading for more fall decorating inspiration…
Experimenting with layered table linens (the doe print looks a lot like real deer hide!)
Foil-pressed place cards act as cheese labels.
Faux bois linens add a natural touch.
Why limit color to just the linens? Some of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes incorporate jewel-like hues (and taste as good as they look!). Want to add your own color to your menu? Give these a try:
• Pumpkin-hued dishes: Savory acorn squash tart and carrot-ginger soup
• Berry-hued dishes: Grand Marnier cranberry sauce and roasted beet soup with creme fraiche
I love when the Thanksgiving tabletop itself celebrates food—something of a nod to the traditional cornucopia. Even if you're not whipping up a from-scratch spread (I have my own habit of pre-ordering an entire turkey dinner from Whole Foods), you can still create a bountiful table by adding a few edible decorations: champagne grapes on a cheeseboard, red pears and pumpkins on the table, and bowls of artichokes. There's no need to go overboard, though—a few fresh pears mixed with a handful of votive candles are all you need to create a festive fall table.
Crudités nestle in ox horn tumblers (with dip in the bottom!)
A simple, bold menu is the perfect counterpoint to a patterned table linen.
Off-the-roll fabric makes the best table topper; the raw, sheared edge gives it even more style.
What's a Thanksgiving feast without leftovers? Pretty boxes and stickers make for a thoughtful dinner send-off. Think: gable boxes with custom stickers or Chinese takeout boxes. Alternatively, you could snag some kraft paper boxes from the salad bar at your local grocery (the inside is already coated so you can just pop in leftovers and secure with a colorful rubber band).
"Garden Lights" napkins in taupe by Hooray Creative
"Soft Florals" table linens in berry by Lehan Veenker
Wine glasses Amara
Copper Bowl Accent Decor
Brass candlesticks Vintage
Waterfall chandelier Wayfair
Trompe l'oeil fawn fabric by Kelli Hall
Pointillism fabric in pumpkin by Alethea and Ruth
Leaf parade napkins in cappuccino by Olivia Raufman
Classic Type wedding favor stickers in mocha by Pistols
Simple Agate foil pressed cards in granite by Petra Kern
Oxhorn tumbler Ebay
The Standard menu in wine by Stacey Meacham
"Secret Fairy Garden" foil pressed place card in amethyst by Phrosne Ras
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White people are angry, and a poll says they are the angriest in America. It looks as if white America, collectively, is crying white tears.
According to a new NBC News/Survey Monkey/Esquire online poll about outrage in the country, 49 percent of Americans are angry. But not all anger is equally distributed. It turns out that 54 percent of whites are angry, followed by Latinos at 43 percent, and African-Americans at 33 percent. Further, while 73 percent of whites said they get angry at least once a day, 66 percent of Latinos and 56 percent of Blacks responded the same way.
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James Clarke is joining us in the Personal Trainer Zone this week. Find out why he is a fan of plant-based nutrition and his number one tip for injury prevention.
1) What was your inspiration for getting into the fitness industry and becoming a Personal Trainer?
I guess it started from playing different sport when I was younger. These days my inspiration comes from all sorts of places.
I'm inspired by people who are masters of their work. That gives me the motivation to become a better Personal Trainer.
2) How many days a week do you recommend working out?
It's all relative on your goal. However, assuming the aim is good health and fitness then I'd suggest three days per week plus an active lifestyle.
3) How long should you rest between workouts?
Again, it's relative to the intensity of your workout.
Listen to your body. If you feel really sore and fatigued take a day off.
Related: 5 Practical Ideas for Better Health and Fitness
4) What is your favourite piece of equipment in the gym and why?
Without question the Watt Bike.
You can really work your fitness with almost no risk of injury. It's also fool proof.
Do a quick google search of how to set yourself up on a Watt Bike and your away.
5) What do you recommend to eat before and after a gym session?
Before training I suggest to ensure you're hydrated and have had some complex carbohydrates a couple of hours prior. Think brown rice or sweet potato.
After your workout, some fresh fruit or even simple sugars in the form of an energy drink can help!
6) What is the most common injury you see with your clients and what advice can you offer for prevention?
I am a huge advocate of keeping it simple.
There are lots of instagram videos of people doing crazy exercises. For example, I watched somebody doing squat jumps onto a bench. They slipped off the bench, caused an injury and looked a bit of a plonker!
Cut out the fancy stuff.
Related: Tips on Losing Weight and Toning Up
7) How do you develop individualised training plans for your clients?
I do an in depth consultation and take into account my client's lifestyle, nutrition and fitness habits.
After exploring each area and asking lots of questions, I then go away and develop a plan in line with their goals.
8) What does plant based nutrition involve?
Firstly, as a Personal Trainer my role is to provide fitness plans and nutrition guidance.
Dependent on their goals, I often promote that my clients increase their plant foods.
That means intaking more fruits and vegetables basically!
9) What are the benefits of plant based foods?
Adding plant based foods to your meals will increase your energy, assist recovery and boost your immune system!
It can also help with digestion as well as making you feel fuller for longer.
10) What are the benefits of using a Personal Trainer and what are the main services that you offer?
My main services are online training plans. The benefits of this are the fact its offers a more complete service.
It's not uncommon to pay £50-£60 ph (outside of London) for a PT. Yet, you're only really getting one hour from your trainer.
With online training, your programme will last as long as agreed and there will be constant WhatsApp/Email support – whatever suits the client best.
Online training is also more affordable as the trainers overheads are less too.
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Drama: A selfish friend.
It is harder to maintain friendship than to make. There are some issues in our day-to-day life which disrupt the amicable qualities, that cause misunderstanding and gap between friendships, result is distruction of friendship. Selfishness is such a human behavior which destroys the friendly relationship. We will listen to a drama on account of it, where Rayan, Nila and Saleh are three friends. But Saleh is selfish. He didn't help anyone in studies. Even he appeared in an interview secretly so that the others don't get a chance.
Gilbart Sarkar
I'm married and have one lovely daughter. My personal dream is to live an happy life with my family. I'm determined to work among the young generation to change the life of those who are helpless and build them up with my talents.
I love cultural activities, create all kinds of things with my hands. Oh and i should not forget to say that I'm a fan of cricket and football.
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Actor Mark Wahlberg has never been one to be shy when it comes to showing off his rocking physique. The 47-year-old is giving dudes half his age a run for their money when it comes to staying in tip top shape and looking fantastic while doing so (Hugh Jackman is another great example of this.)
He was recently spotted out at a lake with a friend in Cape Cod, where the Boogie Nights star was (of course) shirtless and seemed to be having a great time while there.
The paparazzi also got a couple of good shots of him getting very "handsy" with himself, which evoked the same type of grab he did many moons ago when he posed for Calvin Klein underwear (Nick Jonas did something similar a couple of weeks back).
Check out the full gallery, courtesy of Just Jared, here.


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One Time Macronutrient Consulation ($55):
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- One time consultation by a registered dietitian to assess your macronutrient (protein, carbs, and fats) needs based on your goals, health history, current and past intake, and physical activity level.
- Specific breakdown of nutrition guidelines to follow.
- Specific cardio and weight training suggested for your goals and lifestyle.
- NO CHECK INS included. Please see coaching options under the "Coaching" tab if you want check ins!
One Time Personalized Meal Plan ($100, $200, or $300)
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- Personalized Macronutrient Prescription as outlined above, including weight training and cardio suggestions
- Personalized one to seven day meal plan that takes into account your likes, dislikes, food allergies, intolerances, and lifestyle (1 day at $100, 3 days at $200, 7 days at $300)
- "Macro Guide" Food list to switch out food sources if you wish
- The 3 day and 7 days meal plan options include chef-created recipes and a full grocery list to go along with your meal plan


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Lilia's Art of Zion
by Lilia Rebecca Gaufberg
The butterfly effect is an incredibly powerful phenomena. Every seemingly small action that I've taken in my life has led me to this exact point. When it comes to Israel, experiencing a college campus which was incredibly hostile towards Israel catapulted me to where I am now.
The hate that I was subjected to made me feel determined to find the truth about Israel, and as I began to learn more and more about the one and only Jewish State, I realized that to stand up for Israel is to defend the honor of my people, from the distant past to the present.
Making art has been a powerful medium of expression for me since I was 10 years old. As my love for Israel grew and grew, I began to create Israel-related drawings and paintings and writing songs and poems about Zionism and the Jewish story.
Through continuing to create art and poetry about Israel, I hope to build bridges between Israel and the global population in ways that are accessible and meaningful. My hope is that the world will one day see Israel as it is: a beacon of hope and freedom for all of humanity.
"Lilia has donated some of her artwork for use by the Israel Forever Foundation. We are very pleased to feature her work and utilize the passionate beauty she creates to inspire others with the love of Zion" - Elana Heideman, Israel Forever Foundation Executive Director
Lilia Rebecca Gaufberg is a 24-year-old American-born teacher and artist. She is currently teaching English in Israel and is in the process of making Aliyah. For more examples of her artwork, please visit her Facebook page, Art by Lilia.


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So small, so powerful!
Let' s all welcome Genion, the newest member of Intralot family of Lottery terminals, a multifunctional, flexible and very compact in size terminal, serving retailers' and players' needs. Genion performs as Digital Play Slip Reader, Game Validation and Payment Terminal, Ticket Checker, Players Club Access Point, Players Advertisement Display, and not only!
Genion terminal was developed in Intralot's labs and is built around a new generation processor with embedded hardware accelerated graphics which ensures high processing power and full display capabilities when used as an agent or a player operated terminal. Its small friendly sized full color TFT touch-screen interface supports user's Interaction and although Genion is compact in size, it can carry a selection of card readers and a 2D barcode reader. Thanks to its online wired and wireless connectivity options Genion allows seamless integration within the agency environment, while by incorporating all the necessary standard type ports it can connect to a variety of peripherals such as printers, scanners, customer displays, etc.
In terms of installation, Genion is extremely flexible. Its small dimensions allow the most efficient use of the available space and provide the best ergonomic operation to the user. Installation options include either desktop base or wall mount bracket.
Genion is the perfect choice for Lotteries worldwide that wish to offer to their retailers and players a minimum size terminal that guarantees the maximum in performance!
Genion: YOUR Genius Terminal!
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Vehicle crime increase in Ely leads police to issue theft prevention advice
PUBLISHED: 11:03 02 March 2018
An increase in vehicle crime across Ely has led to police offering advice to help protect commercial vehicle users.
Sergeant Phil Priestley said: "Most thieves are opportunistic and want to take as little time as possible to steal from a vehicle.
"Making the process as attention seeking and drawn out as possible - for as little obvious reward - means your vehicle is unlikely to be targeted.
"Officers are patrolling with a view towards protecting vehicles - but cannot be everywhere at all times.
"We do not want you to be a victim of crime. Adopting one or more of the ideas above could make the difference for you.
"Please report any suspicious behaviour or activity by calling 101. In an emergency always call 999.
"You can report information anonymously by calling CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111."
These are Sergeant Priestley's top tips for preventing vehicle thefts:
• Ideally we recommend locking vehicles in garages overnight - but there are other security measures that can be considered.
• Parking in well lit areas reduced the likelihood of the vehicle being attacked.
• Leave your vehicle empty at night, but if you can't, ensure that valuable items are out of sight.
• Fit window blanks to block the view into your van.
• Vehicle storage boxes can be bolted to the floor of your cargo area.
• Older vehicles would benefit from having an immobiliser fitted.
• Factory fitted locks are often good, but can be improved with after market locking devices.
• A vehicle alarm is a must - GPRS tracking systems are more affordable than ever. If you want to get a stolen vehicle back, or the contents of your van are particularly precious, this gives you the best likelihood.
• Property marking is a sensible step. Mark you property and register it on www.immobilise.com to enhance the likelihood of having stolen property returned to you. We recover lots of stolen goods that cannot be reunited with owners.
• Remove bags, clothing, SatNav devices and personal belongings.
• Visit www.securebydesign.com to help protect your catalytic converter.
• If you leave your commercial van on your driveway consider security lighting and CCTV options that work on PIR sensors.
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You can increase your apartment's security, whether you own the place or not. The following low-cost tips are easy to follow and will make your home less "attractive" to any potential burglars.
To break into another person's home, one needs guts, and thieves are generally thought to possess plenty of this. However even a burglar will think twice about the risk and reward of breaking into a particular residence; hence, they will try to first scope out potential valuables within your apartment, if possible. By hanging up blinds or curtains, or even black-out blinds you are shielding the interiors of your home from roving eyes and leaving a potential thief with a sense of doubt about whether your home is worth breaking into. Many service apartments in Sri Lanka now come equipped with stylish blinds, which are easy to maintain and keep the interiors of the apartments private.
Landlords generally claim to have changed the locks on an apartment before leasing it out to a new tenant. However, in most cases, they do skip this step. Before you sign an agreement to a lease an apartment make sure to specifically ask that locks are changed. This rule applies even if you are purchasing an apartment. Make sure you change the deadbolt on your door, to prevent the possibility of old tenants gaining access to your home. Of course, if you are investing in a brand new apartment complex like Elysian Mirissa, this step is not necessary.
Everyone believes that turning off your lights when not at home is the responsible thing to do, but a dark and deserted looking apartment is an attraction to a burglar. As such try and keep one or two lights on when you are leaving your home at night. Although it may bump up your electricity bill marginally, it's a good safety measure and worth practising. Mind you don't keep all the lights on, this would be a waste and also a give-away that it's a fake ruse.
Nosey neighbours can be a blessing in most instances, communicate with your neighbours and let them know when you are going out, especially if it's a long absence like going away on a summer holiday. A neighbour can keep an eye on your place or even be alert to any strange noises emanating from your apartment. Make sure your neighbours have your mobile no or a way of contacting you, should there be an emergency. This is a good security measure to practice, especially if you own a holiday apartment.
In order to protect your valuables, it's wise to invest in a safe, they may be a bit pricey but will protect your jewellery, especially family heirlooms, cash, or even important documents etc. In the long run, paying for a safe will be cheaper, than replacing your jewellery or any other items of value.
Living on a higher floor, you may not feel the need to lock your sliding door, but do keep in mind that balconies too are easily accessible and thieves can be very resourceful, often gaining entry via balconies, and leaving before you even realise there is a stranger in the house. Owning an ocean front apartment in Mirissa for instance may tempt you to let those sea breezes waft through the place, but while enjoying this luxury it's wise to lock up when you leave.
Make sure the windows are locked down, before you leave your apartment, or get ready for bed. Thieves often use open windows to gain access to homes and seem to know just which ones are often kept unlocked.


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NetDimensions delivers very positive customer performance and has good customer advocacy. As a result, it continues to reinforce its position as a Core Leader within the Elearnity 9-Grid™ for LMS in 2015. -David Wilson, Managing Director, Elearnity
London, UK (PRWEB UK) 10 February 2015
NetDimensions (AIM: NETD; OTCQX: NETDY), a global provider of performance, knowledge, and learning management systems, announced today that it has been positioned again as a "Core Leader" in the latest release of the unique European learning and talent market insight report, Elearnity 9-Grid™ for Learning Management Systems (LMS).
In the most recent Elearnity 9-Grid™ report, published in the end of January 2015, NetDimensions has the highest rating and trajectory for "Performance," and it is again the only company positioned as "Core Leader."
"In 2014 we continued our strong growth into the enterprise market in Europe. Our aim is to be the leading global provider of learning and talent management solutions in high-consequence industries, such as transportation, manufacturing, energy, financial services, and life sciences. These are industries where potential accidents or failures can be catastrophic in terms of loss of human lives, disruption to society or the environment, or threats to consumer safety. Therefore, the role of corporate learning becomes extremely important and ties directly into business outcomes. We are delighted that Elearnity recognises us as an even stronger leader in this space," commented Alex Poulos, CMO of NetDimensions.
"NetDimensions delivers very positive customer performance and has good customer advocacy," said David Wilson, Managing Director of Elearnity. "As a result, it continues to reinforce its position as a Core Leader within the Elearnity 9-Grid™ for LMS in 2015."
The Elearnity 9-Grid™ Report for Learning Management Systems (LMS) is a five-dimensional model that can be used to understand the relative position of solutions and providers in the UK/European LMS market. The model rates the solutions available in the market based on five levels of insight: Performance, Potential, Market Presence, Total Cost of Ownership, and Elearnity's own expectations on how the trajectory of performance and potential might change in the future.
The latest Elearnity 9-Grid™ report is available from the Elearnity website: (http://www.elearnity.com/9-grid.html).
About NetDimensions
Established in 1999, NetDimensions (AIM: NETD; OTCQX: NETDY) is a global provider of performance, knowledge and learning management solutions to high consequence industries.
NetDimensions provides companies, government agencies and other organisations with talent management solutions to personalise learning, share knowledge, enhance performance, foster collaboration and manage compliance programmes for employees, customers, partners and suppliers.
Recognised as one of the talent management industry's top-rated technology suppliers, NetDimensions' award-winning solutions have been chosen by leading organisations worldwide including ING, Cathay Pacific, Nuffield Health, Chicago Police Department, Geely Automotive, Fugro Group, Fresenius Medical Care, tesa SE, and DB Schenker.
NetDimensions is ISO 9001 certified and NetDimensions hosted services are ISO 27001 certified.
For more information, visit http://www.NetDimensions.co.uk or follow @netdimensions on Twitter.


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September 3, 2019
Los Angeles is closing down and shutting off the utilities to scores of unlicensed cannabis dispensaries in a multi-agency crackdown on the city's thriving illegal marijuana market. The targeted enforcement comes as the city — and California at large — continues to combat the prolific underground industry, which has persisted in the nearly two years since statewide legalization.
"Fundamentally it is important to gain control of this," said Ruben Honig, the executive director of the United Cannabis Business Association, a legal cannabis trade group. "It is not just a business issue. It is also a public health and public safety issue."
The city is also employing a new ordinance that authorizes the Department of Water and Power to disconnect services at unlicensed establishments. Local lawmakers, who approved the law unanimously, said the ordinance was required since illegal dispensaries "pose a current and immediate threat to the public welfare." The city council cited concerns over associated crime and the proliferation of untested cannabis products.
"You're looking at stores that are particularly unsavory — that people don't necessarily want in their communities and neighborhoods," Honig said.
Officials and industry groups also stress that illegal dispensaries are a significant threat to the success of Los Angeles' nearly 200 licensed dispensaries. Since legalization in 2016, California has seized tens of millions of dollars worth of illegal products. In a single raid in May, Los Angeles police confiscated over $1.6 million worth of cannabis goods and 288 marijuana plants.
The black market, authorities warn, also jeopardizes the city's Social Equity Program, which promotes equitable ownership and employment in the cannabis industry and was designed to mend some of the negative impacts that had resulted from the state's prohibition.
The program aims to "decrease disparities in life outcomes for marginalized communities, and to address the disproportionate impacts of the War on Drugs in those communities," the city said.
Honig added, however, that additional regulatory reforms are necessary to end illegal operations, which he said are currently "winning" in the state's fight against the black market. Lowering taxes, for instance, would help allow legal dispensaries to compete with the lower prices offered at unlicensed shops, Honig said.
Legal cannabis dispensaries also cheered the announcement in August that Weedmaps — the Yelp of dispensaries — would no longer list unlicensed establishments on its platform. The site, however, has been criticized for not following through on similar gestures in the past. Last month's announcement also comes over a year since the site was given a cease-and-desist letter from the California Bureau of Cannabis Control.
"When are they going to delist?" Honig asked. "We want to see a date, and we want them to do it now."


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Commentators believe the rules, which will require all lenders to use additional affordability tests on landlords with a portfolio containing four or more mortgaged properties, will force the bigger, more mainstream lenders to shy away from this type of lending.
Specialist lenders have been touted as being expected to step up to the mark and provide options for portfolio landlords, but Ying Tan, managing director of the Buy to Let Club, said it was "inevitable" that pricing would have to rise as the specialist players are forced to fill the potential hole left by high street lenders.
"The challenge is that if the bigger players move out, can the specialist lenders, which are plentiful now but still relatively small, fill the gap?" Tan asked.
"Pricing may be forced to go up to cope with that demand. I have been at several events recently where leaders from various specialist lenders who plan to operate in the portfolio landlord space say that the increase in hours spent underwriting cases is clearly going to be reflected in the pricing."
David Whittaker, CEO of Mortgages for Business, said it was crucial that lenders refine their processes as service would play a big part when brokers choose who to place business with post-30 September.
"The market will logjam for a short period of time as everyone sorts their act out. Brokers will be quite ruthless at moving away from those who don't get their processes right," he said.
Whittaker pointed out that there were no hard and fast rules in how lenders undertook the specialist underwriting approach, but that lenders had no 'get out of jail' card in avoiding a proper assessment of new or existing customers.
"The lender has to look at the landlord's entire exposure under affordability, regardless of where those mortgages are otherwise domiciled; to what level they do that is entirely up to them to justify to the regulator. Bear in mind that most lenders have had what I call a light touch regime in terms of validating landlord data historically."
The stance taken on portfolio lending among mainstream lenders is currently unclear. In response to requests by Mortgage Solutions, both Royal Bank of Scotland and The Mortgage Works said they have no plans to change their position after 30 September.
Nationwide's TMW currently has an exposure loan limit of £5m for all buy-to-let mortgages advanced, with no limit on the amount of properties held with other lenders. For Natwest it's a maximum of four properties across all lenders including Natwest.
Coventry Building Society will accept a maximum of three properties per household and 10 across all lenders. It plans to continue lending to portfolio landlords after the second tranche of PRA rules come into effect.
Alan Cleary, managing director of Precise Mortgages, which will continue to lend to portfolio landlords, said a reluctance from the bigger lenders to play in this space would undoubtedly restrict product choice for borrowers.
He said: "Portfolio landlords make up around half of the buy-to-let market and when you look at our lending the average number of properties per borrower is eight. We expect more lenders to come out and say they don't plan to operate in the portfolio space so you could see competition dampened.
"Are the bigger lenders going to be operating in this space? Because if they are, there will be no change in the availability of deals available to landlords."
Portfolio lending: Lenders' current and future stance
BM Solutions
"Three property limit with BM and no limit overall. There are no immediate plans to change the limit. We have invested time and resource to address the PRA changes and are pleased with our progress. We'll continue to monitor the market and regularly review our policies to ensure we are meeting the needs of our customers."
"Our lending limits are based on total exposure across the Nationwide Group and are capped at a total of £5m. There are no current plans to change this. There is no maximum number of properties outside of Nationwide currently, and we do not anticipate any change to that after 30 September."
"We accept maximum of 5 Santander mortgages with maximum of 7 overall and we are reviewing our position for Sept, no decisions have been made at this point."
"For NWIS [Natwest Intermediary Solutions] it's a maximum of 4 properties. It doesn't matter whether these are mortgaged with us or other lenders. We aren't planning on changing our position on 1 October."
"The maximum number of mortgaged BTL properties held must not exceed six in total across all lenders, including Barclays. For BTL cases a full income affordability check will be carried out in all circumstances (except rate switch only cases). Our policy is currently under review."
Virgin Money
"We will accept up to 4 buy-to-let properties with Virgin Money and 11 in total across all lenders. We can't comment on any potential future changes."
Coventry for Intermediaries
"The maximum number of rental properties a household can have in mortgage with us is three in total. The maximum number of rental properties a household can have in mortgage with all lenders is ten.
"We will continue to lend to portfolio landlords post 30 September, and will have systems in place to ensure that new PRA requirements are met."


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Whats my problem? I don't really know. I think my main problem right now is I don't have a game I can really get excited about to play. Especially for achievements. Battlefield Hardline has just droned on, getting one achievement here and there and its already pretty tedious. I need a game to come in and get me all amped… Read more →
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Day 90-5: Moving Days
Moving sucks. Plain and simple. It has been awhile since I checked in here, mostly because ive been moving a long with all the other stuff I have going on now, its hard to play games now a days which is a good and bad thing. I warned everyone reading my blog that I could go AWOL for a few… Read more →
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After playing football, running errands, and practicing some kickball, I finally got time to play some games. I started with Battlefield Hardline trial. I played the prologue and the first level. I would have played more but they only let you play the first two levels in the trial which I have to say, caught me off guard. I think… Read more →


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Food writers love Chef Brendan McGill. So much ink has been spilled over this guy — praise proffered for the man, his food and first-born restaurant, Hitchcock. Writers and gourmands alike rush the ferry to get to the Bainbridge Island, Washington, eatery, located at the end of the sunny main drag on the artsy isle just 30 minutes from downtown Seattle. Possibly in defiance of being just another fan with a publishing outlet, it took me eight years to dine at McGill's establishment — and I finally did through a group media dinner, nonetheless, another press norm I tend to dodge. All industry crustiness aside, it might not have been necessary to wait, but it was worth it.
Hitchcock isn't unlike other farm-to-table restaurants in the Northwest; there are many that comply with similar mantras of sourcing hyper-local, serving super fresh and plating what is true to their philosophies. But Hitchcock does follow this practice really, really well. And that application is best seen in the Chef's Tasting Menu, a 10-course meal, available each day of service, carried out in the cozy, contemporary restaurant of quintessential Northwest wood and iron ornamentation.
Set quietly in the tail end of the restaurant, the kitchen seems to operate on both passion and detail, as witnessed on the night a few Seattle-area media dined in the intimate back dining room to give the chef's menu a go. A team of four busily, yet calmly, divided and conquered to cook, rotating around each other with almost-choreographed moves to slice, sear and purée. Salish Sea oysters were shucked and served with a lacto-fermented hot sauce, a sauerkraut and fermented apple granita and a fir tip mignonette (the latter winning my heart because, come on, fir tips!). Next, a generous offering of house-cured charcuterie was displayed: coppa, rillettes, country ham, lonza and porchetta portioned out from Mangalitsa pigs McGill raises himself at his Shady Acres farm on the island.
Local produce such as heirloom radishes, green strawberries and morel mushrooms accompanied dishes like cured King salmon with San Juan coonstripe shrimp — served raw and impeccably flavorsome — followed by coal-roasted Yakima asparagus and three delicious renditions of house-made pasta: nettle gemelli, farro rigatoni and squid ink egg fettuccine. A delicate cut of Neah Bay halibut was poached and served with salt-roasted turnips and a turnip Green Goddess dressing to round out the meal. Our dinner was matched with on-point regional pairings, a few favorites being Analemma Blanc de Noirs with oysters, L'Ecole No. 41 Chenin Blanc with an heirloom radish crudités and Crowley Pinot Noir Rosé with the morel-touting asparagus.
Served family style, each plating was plenty for the whole table, and each a balance between rich and refreshing, tricking your mind into thinking your stomach has room to spare. Because you certainly want more, but do you really need to wipe the cuttlefish ink aioli off the plate with your finger? Asking for a friend.
And on top of the thoughtful, chef-driven cuisine and darling environs at the convenient island respite, McGill seems to be a pretty affable guy. Greeting each table and explaining the dishes himself, he also made time to insert a few dad jokes between courses. So, I get it — I've officially hopped on the bandwagon and I'm looking forward to the next time I can visit McGill and his Hitchcock.


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Plac Zamkowy – Business with Heritage is a first class building designed for office and retail tenants, located at the heart of one of the most presentable sites in Warsaw. The investment is located at the 3-way-junction of Miodowa, Senatorska and Podwale Streets, approximately 100 metres from the major landmarks of the capital – Sigismund's Column and the Royal Castle. The investment Plac Zamkowy – Business with Heritage has been reported and officially registered in the BREEAM ecological certification system (certificate no.: BREEAM-0048-7041) as early as at the design stage, and it was awarded the Breeam Interim certificate with a 'very good' grade.
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Job Openings
Lead Instructor (Lead-in-training): Bellevue, Redmond (After-school Clubs)
Assistant Instructor: Bellevue, Redmond(After-school Clubs)
Lead Instructor (Lead-in-training): Issaquah/Sammamish (After-school Clubs)
We seek creative and enthusiastic teachers who have a genuine interest in using technology to create and invent things, such as computer games, animations, circuits and more. A teaching certificate is nice, but not required.
- Do you have experience working with kids, in the classroom or in extracurricular activities?
- Do you enjoy creative problem-solving, puzzles and figuring out how to make things work?
- Have at least 4 hours per week available during after-school hours (2:00 – 5:30 pm) and 20 hours per week in Summer (8:30 -12:30 pm or 1:00-4:30pm) for two to six weeks.
DO I NEED CODING and ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE?
Teaching skill and experience comes first, computer programming comes second. Why? Because teaching is harder than coding. We will teach you to code, but you should have a keen interest in problem-solving, critical thinking and enjoy learning to code and tinkering as much as kids do!
We are growing fast and have requests to teach at more Seattle, Redmond and Bellevue schools, but we don't have enough teachers in those areas. We also have Summer Camps in Redmond, Bothell, Shoreline & North Kirkland, as well as Sammamish, Issaquah and Snoqualmie. We'd love for you to join our team so we can reach more students.
An extensive background check is required, along with references. The schools where we teach may require their own separate background checks. Child safety comes before all other considerations in hiring.
We encourage Teachers, Tutors, Students and Parents to apply!
Follow this link to our on-line application:
TechVenture Kids Job Application
or Send us an email at firstname.lastname@example.com describing your recent work / volunteer experiences with kids and a brief description of your computer experience/skills and school districts where you are willing to work.
Volunteer Opportunity
Are you interested in helping out in our classes? We are always happy to have a volunteer join our classes and work directly with students helping them one-on-one. If this sounds like fun to you, send us an email at email@example.com and tell us your computer experience and which city you'd like to volunteer.


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Following its certification at TENAA a couple of days back, Oppo has launched its midrange smartphone the Oppo A83 in China. Available in Champagne Gold and Black, the phone costs CNY 1,399 (approx. Rs 14,000). It is now up for preorder with the sale starting from December 29 onwards. As far as availability in India is concerned there is no official word from the Chinese company. However, Oppo might consider bringing this device to India to heat up the price wars in the mid-range segment.
The Oppo A83 sports a sleek metal body with nicely tucked antenna lines. It features a 5.7-inch HD+ (720×1440 pixels) LCD 2.5D curved display with an 18:9 aspect ratio. Under the hood, is an unspecified octa-core SoC (System on Chip) clocked at 2.5 GHz and is paired with 4 GB of RAM. It bears in 32 GB of internal storage. You can expand it by 128 GB via the microSD card slot.
On the photography front, it gets a 13 MP sensor and an LED flash at the rear. The front gets an 8 MP selfie shooter. The face recognition technology can unlock the phone within 0.18 seconds using 128 unique feature points on the user's face.
The Oppo A83 is a dual SIM phone with 4G VoLTE calling support. Other features include Wi-Fi 802.11 /b/g/n, GPS, Micro-USB, Bluetooth 4.2, 3.5 mm headphone jack, and Wi-Fi Direct. Sensors on board include proximity, accelerometer, and compass.
The Oppo A83 runs on Color OS 3.2-based on top of Android 7.1 Nougat and is powered by a 3090 mAh battery.


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A couple of Bloomington golfers advanced out of the U.S. Open Local Qualifier on Monday at the Illini Country Club.
Bloomington's Brandon Holtz tied for second at 3-under while Kyle English just made the cut in fourth place at 2-under on the par-71 course.
Wildwood, Missouri's Chris Naegel won the event at 4-under while Gold Canyon, Arizona's Travis Kreiter was the other qualifier who tied with Holtz at 3-under.
The four qualifiers will advance to 36-hole sectional qualifying later this month or early June. Qualifiers from sectionals will advance to the U.S. Open in June.
Farmerville's Tyler Willette was the top area finisher at 2-under but missed the cut. Palmyra's Tyler Woods tied for ninth at 1-under.


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Have you ever thought that your handwriting skills indicate your personality traits?
The handwriting skills of the person explain about your traits such as if you are a conscious person, concentration, how friendly you are? The size of a letter you type, the addition of space you choose the words, the shape and style you choose for the writing as all of these are important and represent the different characteristics.
Let's have look towards handwriting analysis (graphology) for the person and know about the personality traits of you, your friends and your family!
Spacing between words:
If you love to add space between the words then you are the person who wants freedom and enjoy the beauty of life where the people who add narrow spaces between the words can't stand alone and tend towards the crowd where wide space people hate crowd.
The size of letters and words:
The people that love to add the words with large size are known to people-oriented and well-adjusted where the people who add the small size letters while wiring are generally shy and introverted and have a strong focus towards a goal.
The slanting of letters also reveals the personality of the person as if you hate slant then you are a logical person, not emotion and remain solid and practical but if you love to slant the characters towards right then you love to enjoy the new experience and meeting with the new people. The people with the left slant are introspective and reserved and like to work behind the scene.
The handwriting skills told about every single trait of the person as a pressure of the fonts also told about the personality as heavy pressure people belong with the strong emotions and quickly react to any event where the light pressure people move place to place as they are the sensitive people.
The connection of letters:
The people that connect the letters or use the joining letters are often logical and mathematical and made decisions carefully where the people who don't connect the letters or words are very intelligent but aggressive and curious.
Dotting your I's:
This is the most common difference among the writing of different people as many of them want to color their 'i' where many of them not but the people who don't color the letter are linked with childish and playful and considered to be artists. But the people that hate this activity are linked with great imagination and pay attention to detail.
Crossed t's:
The people who cross the T at the very top are linked with determined people but they are stubborn and have a hard time and also have good self-esteem but those who cut the letter from the middle are self-confident in their skin but have a lack of determination.
Line spacing:
The people who are unable to write on the blank page as they have to manage the space by themselves are considered too poor management people but people with good line spacing are aware of the boundaries.
These are the personality traits that are easily indicated with the handwriting style of the person and judge the person with their writing skills.


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Renault is fighting back against claims the Espace has nitrogen oxide emissions up to 25 times higher than allowed under Euro 6 regulations.
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The issue centers around a report produced by the controversial German Environmental Relief (DUH) group which claimed an Espace equipped with a 1.6 dCi engine far exceed the allowed amount of nitrogen oxide emissions. The tests were conducted by the Bern University of Applied Sciences and reportedly included nine individual measurements - eight from the NEDC test cycle and the one in DUH's own test cycle.
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Sociology is a popular optional for UPSC civil services exam. Its popularity lies in the fact that it is easy to understand, it is interesting and the syllabus is well-defined and can be covered in 6 to 8 months duration. No wonder Sociology is opted not just by Humanities students but Engineers and Doctors as well. In this post, we shall discuss the Sociology preparation strategy for IAS Mains in detail. Tips from former IAS toppers have also been included.
Table of Contents
- 1 How to Begin Sociology Preparation
- 1.1 First Familiarize Yourself With the Sociology Syllabus
- 1.2 Step 1: Read Sociology Themes and Perspectives
- 1.3 Mindmap: Preparation Strategy for Sociology
- 1.4 Step 2: Focus on Sociological Thinkers
- 1.5 Step 3: Supplement Your Information from IGNOU and Coaching Notes
- 1.6 Step 4: Paper 2 Preparation Strategy
- 1.7 Step 5: Paper 2 is About Case Studies and Real Life Examples
- 1.8 Step 6: Practise Answer Writing
- 1.9 The Strategy Adopted by Top Scorers in Sociology Optional
How to Begin Sociology Preparation
First Familiarize Yourself With the Sociology Syllabus
Before you prepare a strategy for Sociology or start the actual preparation it is important to first go through the Sociology optional syllabus.
There are two papers in the Mains exam. Paper 1 focusses on Fundamentals of Sociology while the Paper 2 focusses on different aspects of Indian society.
You will realize that paper 1 is more theoretical and the chapter on Sociological Thinkers is the most important topic in Paper 1 of Sociology optional.
Paper 2 is concerned with the Indian society – caste, rural and agrarian social structure, kinship, tribal communities and so on. It requires case studies and practical examples but more on that later.
Step 1: Read Sociology Themes and Perspectives
To begin Sociology preparation it is strongly recommended that you first read Sociology Themes and Perspectives by Haralambos and Holborn. I have also listed this book first in the recommended books for Sociology.
This book will provide you with a good understanding of the basic concepts of Sociology. What's more, the book is full is full of case studies so you will learn how to apply theory to practice as you read this important book.
Not only will you get an overall understanding of the Sociology subject but, specifically, this book is helpful for covering Chapter 6, 7, 9 and 10 which are Economic life, Politics and Society, Kinship and Social Change respectively.
A number of toppers are also recommending Sociology Themes and Perspectives by Haralambos and Holborn like Ila Tripathi (2016 AIR 51), Anu Kumari (2017 AIR 2), Mona Pruthi (2005 AIR 1) and many others.
Mindmap: Preparation Strategy for Sociology
Step 2: Focus on Sociological Thinkers
Now that you are familiar with the Sociology concepts the next step in your preparation strategy should be to tackle the all-important topic of Sociological Thinkers. There are 6 thinkers covered in the syllabus – Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber, Talcott Parsons, Robert Merton, and Herbert Mead.
You will need to cover their theories in detail. This chapter is the gateway to other chapters in Paper 1. For instance, the sub-topic science, scientific method and critique in Chapter 2 pertains to the Scientific Method introduced by Max Weber in Sociological analysis.
Similarly, Chapter 5 (Stratification and Mobility) has a sub-topic on theories of social stratification which is again linked to chapter 2. If you see Chapter 7 (Politics and Society) it has a sub-topic on sociological theories on power which is again related to chapter 2 that contains Marxian and Weberian theories on power.
Then look at chapter 8 (Religion and Society), it has a sub-topic on sociological theories on religion. Here enter Emile Durkheim and Max Weber from chapter 2.
Finally moving onto Chapter 10 (Social Change), it can be seen that the first sub-topic is sociological theories of social change. This is again linked to theories listed in Chapter 2.
From this, you can understand that Chapter 2 (Sociological Thought) is the key to Paper 1 of Sociology. So you need to prepare it thoroughly. Your concepts of all the thinkers should be crystal clear and you should be able to apply them in the linked chapters of this paper.
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Recommended Book for Thinkers: Sociological Theory by Ritzer
Since the chapter on Sociological Thinkers is crucial to your understanding of other topics of Paper 1 and will largely determine your score in this paper a good book is recommended on this topic. Sociological Theory by George Ritzer is highly recommended for covering thinkers in detail.
It covers all the sociological theories under three parts – Classical theories (Karl Marx, Max Weber, Emile Durkheim, George Simmel), Modern theories and post-Modern theories.
In this way, it Sociological Theory by Ritzer covers the Paper 1 syllabus in detail and even goes beyond so when UPSC revises the civil services syllabus, this book will still be relevant.
Again, this book is recommended by successful civil service aspirants like Shilpa Bhatti, Ila Tripathi, Anu Kumari, and others.
Step 3: Supplement Your Information from IGNOU and Coaching Notes
Almost all civil service aspirants and IAS toppers, even though they may not have taken coaching, have at least relied on some coaching notes to cover the entire sociology syllabus. You should refer to IGNOU BA and MA notes to supplement the information for Paper 1 topics which you cannot find in standard books.
As far as coaching notes are concerned, you do not need to join a coaching institute for this if you do not intend to take coaching for sociology. You can get printed coaching notes from Mukherjee Nagar and Rajendra Nagar in Delhi very easily. Some of the noted Sociology teachers include Praveen Kishore (NICE IAS), Upendra (UIAS), and Mahapatra (Vajiram).
These printed notes are also available online on Amazon but their quality and genuineness are doubtful. It is better that you check the quality of notes by yourself from the bookstore.
Step 4: Paper 2 Preparation Strategy
Paper 2 of Sociology focuses on Indian society. The three important books to refer for paper 2 are:
- Caste its Twentieth Century Avatar by M.N Srinivas
- Social Change in Modern India by M.N Srinivas
- Indian Sociological Thought by B.K Nagla
Again you should supplement your knowledge by the relevant IGNOU BA and MA notes and coaching notes as outlined above.
Looking at the Paper 2 syllabus, although it might look similar to Paper 1 syllabus in the sense it also includes chapters on kinship, religion, stratification and social change. But don't be misled by it.
Step 5: Paper 2 is About Case Studies and Real Life Examples
You can score good marks in Sociology paper 2 when you include relevant case studies by Sociologists in your answers. Even if you are not able to remember the case studies it will be good enough if you can cite authoritative facts and figures to support your argument.
For example, Human Development Report published by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) regarding poverty alleviation in developing countries. Or the latest Socio-Economic and Caste Census 2011 shows that 56% of India's rural households lack agricultural land.
Similarly, when dealing with a topic like problems of religious minorities you should cite the recent Supreme Court verdict on Triple Talaq which was in response to the disabilities faced by the Muslim women.
On Patriarchy, you can show how it has resulted in skewed sex ratio and unfavourable entitlements to the girl child as compared to the male child etc. This is bound to fetch you good marks in Paper 2.
You can also refer Shodhganga website for references to case studies and research papers for including in your answers.
Step 6: Practise Answer Writing
No matter how many books you read or notes you refer unless you practise answer writing diligently all your efforts might fall short. Structuring your answers is crucial in Sociology. It is very easy to go off track.
The question might seem general at first but you should not fall into the trap. You should write specific answers with relevant examples and case studies, if possible.
For this reason, it is suggested that you join a good test series and practise as many mock tests to hone your answer writing skills as possible.
The Strategy Adopted by Top Scorers in Sociology Optional
Whether it be Mona Pruthi or Anu Kumari or Ila Tripathi or any other successful candidate with Sociology as optional subject in the Civil Services Main examination whether or not they took coaching for Sociology there are certain similarities between their approaches if you read their interviews/blogs:
- They practised answer writing as much they could through some reliable coaching institute
- Even if they did not take coaching for Sociology (although some of the toppers did take coaching) they at least referred notes of some reputed coaching institute
- Almost all of them agree that Paper 2 requires the relevant application of case studies/facts and figures/real-life examples to score well
- Sociology Themes and Perspectives by Haralambos and Holborn and Sociological Theory by Ritzer are two books that are read and recommended by almost all the successful candidates.


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My last day in Vietnam. Today I have visited by foot the main highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, and have learned the mantra to be able to cross any road here: keep calm.Read Article
My last day in Vietnam. Today I have visited by foot the main highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, and have learned the mantra to be able to cross any road here: keep calm.Read Article
What in theory was going to be a visit to the Mekong Delta, soon turned into an incredible adventure in the jungle.Read Article
This morning I took a domestic flight from Da Nang, in Central Vietnam, to Ho Chi Minh City, or how they like to call it here in the South, Saigon. I went to visit the War Remnants Museum. And I saw the horror.Read Article
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The haunting follow up to the Edgar Award-winning debut In the Woods
Tana French astonished critics and readers alike with her mesmerizing debut novel, In the Woods. Now both French and Detective Cassie Maddox return to unravel a case even more sinister and enigmatic than the first. Six months after the events of In the Woods, an urgent telephone call beckons Cassie to a grisly crime scene. The victim looks exactly like Cassie and carries ID identifying herself as Alexandra Madison, an alias Cassie once used. Suddenly, Cassie must discover not only who killed this girl, but, more importantly, who is this girl? A disturbing tale of shifting identities, The Likeness firmly establishes Tana French as an important voice in suspense fiction.
The Likeness by Tana French
Publication Date: July 17, 2008 by Viking Adult
My Thoughts:
It took me awhile to get into this one compared to In the Woods, but I see why people seem to prefer it to the first book in this series. I personally felt that Maddox was a much more likable character than the narrator in book one, and I was more invested in knowing the outcome of her situation compared to Ryan's – although I'm hoping books later down the line are going to tell me WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED IN THE WOODS.
Whereas in I was stressed about knowing the outcome of the investigation as well as the truth behind what happened to Ryan's childhood friends, The Likeness was much more about experiencing events versus discovering the murderer. I felt I had a good idea from the beginning behind who was responsible for Lexie's death and wasn't as consumed by the "whodunit" aspect of the storyline.
While the idea behind the plot – a woman dies who looks identical to Maddox and who was using an old alias of Maddox's from when she worked for the Undercover unit – requires a stretch of the imagination, I enjoyed the atmosphere of the novel a lot. In many ways, it was similar to Donna Tartt's The Secret History – a group of university students who seem to rebel against modern day life and spend their time absorbed in their little academia bubble all while involved in an "unsolved" murder. There's something so appealing about their way of life (minus the murder) that it's easy to see how Maddox risks becoming drawn in enough to say fuck all to the investigation she is supposed to be making headway for.
In the Woods was a slooooooooow novel, but I appreciated the slow unravelling of the investigation as well as the character development Tana French seems to have a special knack for. The Likeness started equally slow-paced, but the last hundred pages or so FLEW as things began to really unravel in the plot. I loved that I was able to read a novel from Maddox's point of view and I'm stoked to read the next book from Mackey's perspective. It's official – I am a Tana French addict.


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