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The non-governmental sector, especially local and international institutions celebrated when Devolution and Planning Cabinet Secretary Hon. Mwangi Kiunjuri published the commencement of the Public Benefits Organisations Act (2013). The Act had been signed by President Kibaki in 2013 but the commencement seems to have been forgotten.
Perhaps what is more reverberating to Kenyan minds is the action by the NGO Coordination Board to revoke the licenses of several registered organizations citing non-compliance. Some organizations had not been filing their financial statements, complying with statutory obligations like officials and bank accounts updates and a few on terrorism allegations.
Those that caught the eye of the public are those that had been cited for funding terrorism activities. It became a protracted legal battle. In court, the NGO Board failed to produce any evidence to substantiate their actions and the court had to reverse the decision. Even with this move, the Board still dragged its feet.
A look at most of these organizations shows that a few months to deregistration, they have been vocal on various issues affecting the residents where they operate. Since the majority was from the coastal areas, their advocacy had been around marginalization, land maladministration and importantly extrajudicial killings. These issues had rubbed them the wrong way with the government.
From a broader perspective, it became apparent that deregistration of over 970 organizations was a decoy. It is these organizations that were being targeted. The political drama therefore took another angle of suffocating the rights and freedoms of Kenyans. This was especially so considering that even after the court order, the Board did not immediately comply.
This arbitrary and sometimes overboard action by the Board would not arise again if the PBO Act is to be fully implemented. Their actions have poisoned the environment which they should operate and current conversations are that with the impending rules and regulations, the Board's leadership be sent home.
The Act increases the transparency that should govern how these public benefit institutions should operate with the government and the people. The transparency is both ways and no party lays a weighty obligation than the other.
It will be possible for the government to now fund NGOs. This is hardly the case, except for a few like the Kenya National Human Rights Commission. A look at it from a global practice is that government does gain even in terms of intelligence when it is involved in such enterprises. But creating jobs and positively impacting the lives of the people are direct goodies.
International funding to NGOs and INGOs has been declining over the period. Part of the decline has been a shift in their focus considering the global economic crunch is still present in some parts of the world like Europe. But the legal regime has also be uncertain considering an earlier attempt to limit the amount of funding NGOs can be given from donors. This commencement will go a long way of unlocking funding.
No scientific data has been released on the job losses in the past four years but many NGOs have either been closing shop or tremendously cutting down their staff. The most affected are the Kenyans who are already living in tough economic times but are now jobless.
For organizations that have a regional or continental approach, the Act should provide an easier framework for them to take advantage of Kenya as a regional hub. Issues of work permits have been a difficult conversation for some of them with the current Board. For many of them, a reliable and predictable legal framework informs their decision to set up base or shape out. The law moreover provides that at least a third of their directors must be Kenyans.
Unlocking local funding to NGOs is another great benefit. It is primed that the new legal regime ushers in less reliance on donors and Official Development Assistance (ODA) through structured incentives for growth of domestic funding. Some of the country's flourishing companies, some of which have foundations could soon be a core part of funding NGOs.
Hon. Mwangi Kiunjuri being a politician could have seen the light in better guiding the sector by throwing a carrot to ease not only the tension in the ministry but with a structure that can cause havoc to the government. Looking at the decision deficient of the 2017 General Elections is discouraged. But it is a win-win outcome.


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Poems that aren't looking for publication.
Chien Sans Merci The epic tale of a dog and her mortal enemy.
One Amber Morning A different sort of day.
The night before we put the dog down We loved Denali. Sweetest husky ever.
Prescription for Licorice Growing old gracelessly.
Small Stones My entries in the Mindful Writing Challenge for January 2012

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Volcanic activity worldwide 2 Jan 2016: Fuego volcano
Saturday Jan 02, 2016 21:00 PM |
Strombolian explosion at Fuego last night, seen from SE.Fuego (Guatemala): (1 Jan) Activity at the volcano has remained at similar levels (if not decreased a bit) as during the past days.
When observed during the past night and this morning, strombolian-type explosions of small to sometimes strong intensity ejected abundant incandescent bombs in all directions from the summit vents. A small lava flow is active on the upper SE flank, producing often continuous glowing rockfalls that travel up to approx. 1 km towards the Las Lajas ravine.
No new pyroclastic flows were observed. Overall, activity seemed to be on a slowly decreasing trend.
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Thursday, Dec 31, 2015
Santiaguito (Guatemala): (31 Dec) During our stay at / near Santa Maria volcano during 26-29 Dec, we observed only explosive activity at Santiaguito, but no signs of effusive activity (lava flows): no rockfalls or other movements were seen at the recently active lava flows or on the flanks of the dome itself, indicating that at present, no lava flows are active. ... Lees alle
Wednesday, Dec 23, 2015
Pacaya (Guatemala): (23 Dec) During our visit at the volcano this morning, the first direct observation of the crater was possible following a period of 5 days of bad weather. When we climbed the crater rim, we observed violent, continuous lava spattering from the central vent on an intra-crater cinder cone inside Mackenney crater. ... Lees alle
Saturday, Dec 19, 2015
Sinabung (Sumatra, Indonesia): (19 Dec) The eruption, characterized by slow extrusion of viscous lava, continues well into its second year. During the past days, incandescent avalanches, but also explosions (from pressurized gas-rich magma) have occurred, producing small to moderate ash plumes rising up to 2-3 km. ... Lees alle
Thursday, Dec 17, 2015
Egon (Flores): Seismic unrest has been detected at the volcano. On 15 Dec, VSI raised the alert level of the volcano from 1 to 2 ("waspada", watch), on a scale of 1-4. ... Lees alle
Wednesday, Dec 16, 2015
Kirishima (Kyushu): New fumaroles have been detected on the SW flank of the Iozan Ebino crater and a strong sulfur smell was reported. ... Lees alle
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Year: 2017
Genre: Documentary
Duration: 60 mins
Director: James Redford
Experience Resilience in the cinema.
On this page you can join screenings or create your own.
The original research was controversial, but the findings revealed the most important public health findings of a generation. Resilience is a one-hour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent Toxic Stress.


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Good Morning!
Today I am linking up with Lindsay over at Theleangreenbean who started a Pin It Party for bloggers to have a fun way to get some Pinterest exposure! Who doesn't love pinterest anyway! Here is a fun fact, I have 29 boards, I know this seems like a lot right!? Well, my mom has 59 boards with all kinds of hobbies, and interests!
Go ahead, Follow me on Pinterest Here!
The goal is for bloggers to gather 5 posts they'd like to see on Pinterest. Each post should include a pinnable picture and a short description. After that, visit at least 3 other posts and start pinning!
Here are my 5 Posts :
Number 1:
{Single Serving Macadamia Nut Chocolate Chip Cookie}
This healthy dessert will have your mouth watering and craving cookies all week long!! Good thing this is a healthy version! I love Nikki's Coconut Butter because it is tasty and has very little sugar in one serving!
Number 2.
If you love a great summertime dessert like I do, this will surely fit your fancy- (and your waistline)! With only 8 grams of sugar you cannot go wrong with these. Top with strawberries and you are good to go!
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I used most of these workouts when I was recently in Florida. If you don't have any equipment I suggest doing a tabata! I love these because they keep your heart rate up without doing the same thing over and over.
Number 4.
{Skinny Broccoli and Cheese Casserole}
This is one of my all time favorite dishes: Broccoli with laughing cow cheese and a crunchy almond topping. There is not a better side dish according to me 🙂
Number 5.
{What Crossfit Has Taught Me- So Far}
I've been doing crossfit for about 4 months now and I have learned alot, and keep learning…Check out this post to see it all 🙂
Thank you Lindsay for hosting this awesome pinning party, as if I wasn't already obsessed with Pinterest like my mom with her 59 boards, now I am even more!
Are you Pinterest obsessed?
Let me know if you linked up so I can go visit your posts too!


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You probably already know that I collect cool shoes, so you can imagine how excited I was when I found these fringe suede sandals.
They take me back to those days when I was in seventh grade and wanted so badly to be a hippie but, of course, my Mother would have none of that.
The denim jacket is by Chadwicks of Boston. The tank and the cropped pants are from Chico's. The bag is by BCBG from T.J.Maxx. The suede sandals are by Steve Madden from Macy's.
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WordPress is the most common and popular mode of content management software today. You should also note that it is currently being used by more than half of the blogging individuals in the universe. However, there are other blogging software options available in the market today that you can use to manage your website (s). I think that it is important to learn about some of the other content management software platforms that are available. For that reason, you should consider the WordPress alternatives. Here are some of the main examples of CMS platforms that are out there in the market and will help you manage your blog. These CMS platforms aid in launching aspirations and dreams of many bloggers. You should therefore ensure that you undertake thorough research before you decide on which type to go for. This is due to the fact that all of the WordPress alternatives have pros and cons associated with their operations.
Some WordPress Alternatives
One of the main alternatives to WordPress is Joomla. It is a content management system with available support. This content management system is generally designed to run websites rather than blogs. This is the main difference between the two types of CMS, WordPress and Joomla. If you want something that can do more than just running websites, then of the WordPress alternatives, this is not the best CMS for you. Another type of CMS is the Drupal type. This type can prove to be server efficient but only when assigned to the right personnel. Its plug-ins are less ready made resulting to you having dirty hands almost all the time. It also imposes more default user interface and has fewer and very expensive developers or experts. You should also take your time to review another of the WordPress alternatives known as mambo. Although it has a good menu system, strong static page and also has been in the market for long, it has a sluggish built-in performance. It also has poorly built URLs, weak weblog sections and also a crappy built-in SEO. It also makes replacing wrecked items very difficult. In addition, the developer pricing is very high making it very expensive to run. Another types of CMS platform is the nucleus CMS. It has a major security fix and few minor bug fixes. This type has a lot of new features with it. You should note that if you allow non-members or even allow visitors to create accounts, you should upgrade your site immediately. If not upgraded, your blog software will not be up to date and will not work with the plug-ins.
Consider WordPress Alternatives Carefully
Remember that almost all the content management systems available today are very complex. They want to make everything possible with a unique system. This leads to increased options and also many plug-ins. It also leads to experts not being able to deal with them because training people on how to deal with the CMS has proven to be extremely difficult. WordPress is a very popular blogging platform that runs hundreds of thousands of blogs and websites today. In many ways, WordPress has become the universal international CMS of choice. It is very easy to upload WordPress and there are a lot of people using it meaning that it will most likely work great for you. Of all the WordPress alternatives , WordPress still remains as the best overall content management system in my humble opinion.


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Theology of the Body, Theology of Human Nature
In a wider sense, though, I would want to argue that it is precisely this "irrelevance" that makes John Paul's theology truly relevant (in another sense) to contemporary bioethics. I must say that what I, as an Eastern Orthodox Christian, find most exhilarating about the Theology of the Body is not simply that it is perfectly consonant with the Orthodox understanding of the origins and ends of human nature (as indeed it is), but that from beginning to end it is a text awash in the clear bright light of uncompromising conviction. There is about it something of that sublime indifference to the banal pieties and prejudices of modernity that characterizes Eastern Orthodoxy at its best. It simply restates the ancient Christian understanding of man, albeit in the somewhat phenomenological idiom for which John Paul had so marked a penchant, and invites the reader to enter into the world it describes. And at the heart of its anthropology is a complete rejection—or, one might almost say, ignorance—of any dualism between flesh and spirit. ~David Hart, The New Atlantis
For bioethics, this key concept is important because it leads to a serious affirmation of the psychosomatic unity of human life. "Body" and "soul" are the constituents of human existence; the Orthodox emphasis on the Resurrection confirms its view that human life and human fulfillment are inextricably bound to both the physical and the spiritual dimensions of human existence. In more contemporary terms, body and personhood are essential for the fulfillment of human potential (Antoniades, 1:204-208). ~Stanley Harakas, "For the Health of Soul and Body: An Eastern Orthodox Introduction to Bioethics"
The integral unity of body and soul is fundamental in Orthodox anthropology. To the extent that David Hart and I agree on that, there is no difficulty, and he is to be commended for making short work of transhumanist nonsense in the rest of his article. But something in Mr. Hart's theology that continues to bother me is his insistence, bordering on the strange, that our psychosomatic unity is such that there is effectively no difference between body and soul.
Thus he could say of Terri Schiavo: "Christians who understand their faith are obliged to believe that she was, to the last, a living soul. It is true that, in some real sense, it was her soul that those who loved her could no longer reach, but it was also her soul that they touched with their hands and spoke to and grieved over and adored." However strongly convinced many Christians have been about the injustice of Mrs. Schiavo's treatment, it is still more than a little strange to claim that we are obliged to believe either that someone in Mrs. Schiavo's state was a "living soul" (which seems to me to diminish that definition to the point of insignificance) or, more incredibly, that her flesh and spirit are one and the same. Granting Mr. Hart some license for rhetorical effect, this is a confused statement that simply does not agree with what the Church teaches about the body and soul. Perhaps if modern Orthodox theologians in general were less allergic to the extensive Platonic and Neoplatonic elements in Christian theology they would find this "dualism" less troubling.
To say that John Paul II denied or ignored any sort of dualism of flesh and spirit is, in all likelihood, an exaggeration, but if he did make such a claim I would expect Orthodox theologians to be troubled and not delighted. My main problem therefore is with Hart's excited response to this "rejection" of dualism that he sees in the text. Because just as Orthodox anthropology stresses very strongly the unity of body and soul and the Fathers understand human nature as the union of the two, the stress on that unity presupposes and requires us to believe in a kind of dualism.
We might dispute over how we make sense of our experience in light of that dualism, but we cannot wish it away if, at the same time, we contend that it is the rational soul in the body that distinguishes us in a unique way as the summit of creation and original mediator of the extremes of the cosmos. Of course, soul and body are "coextensive" to the extent that the soul cannot be "located" in a particular place, but neither must we pretend that the rational soul persists in a body deeply and irreparably injured in its most vital organs. The more closely theologians tie body and soul conceptually and refuse to acknowledge the necessary implication that severe changes in the body must also affect the state of the soul and its relation to the body, the more vulnerable they are to the charge of sheer fideism, as it must still be remotely possible for a living soul to express itself in an empirically verifiable way if we are to say that it still dwells here below.
It is precisely in the syzygy (union) of matter and spirit in man that makes him the only creature of God suited for the vocation of mediating between God and creation as king and priest, roles that the Lord took upon Himself and magnified immeasurably when He assumed our nature (which, incidentally, the Fathers repeatedly described variously as "ensouled flesh" or "flesh and a rational soul"). Our own syzygy anticipates the ultimate reconciliation of all things, all opposites and all pairings in the Cosmic Man, Jesus Christ. Ignoring one side or merging the two together either detaches man from his connection to the intelligible or sensible realms or muddles the created order itself by neglecting the distinction between the intelligible and sensible.
Dualism is nonetheless a troublesome word, not least because it is not patristic and so largely foreign to any traditional Orthodox discussion of the problem. It is a concept that philosophers use to describe Platonic and Cartesian anthropology, and it gets applied willy-nilly in modern theological contexts in no small part to make theological discussions sound more like modern philosophical ones. (Theologians, like many conservatives in political arguments, often feel the nagging need to make themselves seem relevant by using terminology and ideas, even if only to belittle them, that will appear more fashionable to people who have no interest in theology.) It is also a concept that can be thrown around with tremendous ease: thus from a Christian standpoint, Manicheans are dualists, which means they regard matter as evil and spirit as good, from an Aristotelian perspective Platonists are dualists and from a materialist perspective Christians are dualists.
There is, of course, a legitimate Christian dualism, and it has existed for as long as Christians have meditated on disciplining the body (which means as long as there have been Christians). I'm sure Mr. Hart would have no difficulty granting that there is a real distinction between body and soul that is not only intellectual, and we could agree that distinctions do not have to imply division or separation. He should also have no objections that true theology is prayer and fasting, the building blocks of all ascetic life to which all Christians are called in varying degrees. As we on the Old Calendar are presently in the midst of the Dormition Fast, this consideration is most timely.
The very practice of asceticism in its more extreme forms presupposes and embraces the truth that flesh is corruptible and intimately connected to sin in this world, yet not bad in itself, while continuing to acknowledge that body and soul must be profoundly unified if the mortification of the body will achieve the control and redirection of the passions. The purpose of human life, and so of ascetic practice, is deification, which transforms man by God's energy and grace into God to the extent that God became man, and this deification transforms the whole man, but the road to that blessed state is one that requires us to recognise and indeed widen the 'gap', if you will, between body and soul by disciplining the flesh, starving the passions of their nourishment in the flesh and living a spiritual life, yes, through the flesh but according to the natural purpose for which the body was created. The body only fulfills that purpose when the real distinction between it and the soul is amplified and magnified.
As important as it is to recognise the significance of the human body as a creation of God, bearer of the image of God, good and integrally united to the soul, it is equally important to stress that unity only exists between two things and in this case two substantially dissimilar things. To neglect that difference and distinction is to become a sort of anthropological monophysite, so to speak, and ultimately to confuse the passible, corruptible and mortal properties of the body with their opposite properties in the soul. Mr. Hart no doubt intends to force his audience to understand the importance and sacrality of the body as a creation of God, and as something that possesses moral and existential significance, but his excessive emphasis on the unity of body and soul risks creating another kind of monism every bit as wrong and potentially dangerous as the monism of materialists and transhumanists he rightly deplores.


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The St. Germain Fire Fighters Association Board would like to announce that the 44th Annual St. Germain Flea Market will kick-off on Monday, June 22, 2020. The order may be gone, but the virus is not! There are many unknowns out there and we need time to educate ourselves and implement new safety standards for our vendors and shoppers alike. A later start date will provide us time to put measures in place and put on the same great show you have come to expect from us.
We want to urge you to be smart and continue to practice the guidelines that have been shared over the last eight weeks. Maintain physical distance, use good personal hygiene, handwashing, etc. Do not come to the flea market if you are ill. Consider wearing an N95 mask when at the flea market. If you do not feel safe with the COVID-19 virus out there, then please do not come.
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, spaces are available by calling 715-891-7333, emailing: email@example.com or just show up between 5 am and 7 am on the Monday you wish to vend. The Flea Market will run every Monday, June 22nd thru Labor Day unless there are changes with COVID-19. Shopping times are from 8 am to 3 pm.
If you have an emergency, dial 911
You can view the current burning permit restrictions and fire danger at the DNR web site.
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Flea Market
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Our primary fundraising comes from the St. Germain Flea Market and our annual fish fry. You can mail your tax deductible donations to:
St. Germain Firefighters Association Inc.PO Box 216St. Germain, WI 54558
Interested in joining? Stop by one of our meetings or contact us using the contact form on this site.


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Overview of Oracle User Group Community Portal
Welcome to user groups worldwide! To help you get started, this document provides an overview of the Oracle User Group Community portal and some of the key features.
For information on registering as a member, registering your user group, and other frequently asked questions, please review the Oracle User Group Community FAQ. If you're a user group leader, see also the Oracle User Group Leader FAQ.
If you have questions, need further help, or have suggestions you'd like to share with us, drop us a note anytime at: email@example.com. We'd love to hear from you!
User Group Community Spotlight
Near the top of the community home page is the User Group Community Spotlight. This area is regularly updated with user group and Oracle news and updates, including:
- Upcoming user group events
- Highlights from recent events
- Featured articles and publications
- Webinars and event replays
- Calls for paper
User Group Map and Directory
Directly below the Community Spotlight is a global interactive map where you can locate user groups near you. Double-click to drill into a region. Single-click on a country, state, or province to see a list of user groups available in that area. Note the list will appear in the following order: state/province, country, region, and global/virtual. Visit each groups website to learn more about the user group.
Additionally, you can also browse through the regional directories listed below the map. These directories contain details for each user group, including their website, focus, location, as well as their meet-up and social groups here on the portal (if available). The directories are organized by the four regions:
User Group Events
User Group Events Calendars are located in the right-hand navigation. Browse through the global or regional calendars to find upcoming user group events by location, product, or technology – from local meetings to regional and national conferences.


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Celebrity chefs serve at Dress for Success
Mother-and-daughter duos were the unexpected stars of Dress for Success Houston's "Cuisine for a Cause." President and co-founder of DFSH Nancy Levicki teamed up with daughter Lauren Levicki Courville - who's the organization's vice president - to welcome some 350 guests to the organization's state-of-the-art facility near Upper Kirby recently.
Since 1998, the organization has served more than 35,000 disadvantaged Houston-area women by supplying them with professional attire and career-advancement services.
The food-centric program began in the venue's parking lot, temporarily configured into an auditorium. Front and center, emcee Mia Gradney of KHOU-TV recognized board chairman Willie M. Stanfield, chairs Shauna and Morris Clark alongside fellow chairs Kasey and Mark Dunn, and mother-daughter auction chairs Virginia Steppe and Alissa Maples
In a moving video presentation, Dress for Success clients shared how the group has helped change their lives. Several more took the podium to address the audience personally.
The crowd feasted on food from chefs at 17 trendy eateries, including Alyssa Dole of Coltivare, Ana Amaya of Max's Wine Dive, Brandi Key of Punk's Simple Southern Food and SaltAir Seafood Kitchen, and Erin Smith of Canopy. The festive bash raised $375,000.
Among the foodies: Kristy and Chris Bradshaw, Rebekah and Gary Reaves, Niloufar and Amir Molavi, DFSH co-founder Susie Cunningham and Bucky Cunningham, Wendy and Dan Daboval, Clare Sullivan Jackson, Connie Simmons Taylor,Frank Rossi, Cinda and Armando Palacios,Mary Ann and Steve Yamin, Suzanne Walstad and Maria and Brian Lindenberg


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Saberes docentes: vozes de professores da infância sobre a educação matemática para crianças
Rocha, Maria José da Silva
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The project objectives are to investigate the knowledge of three teachers from kindergarten, while in training in the context of Curriculum Activity of Integration, Education and Research (ACIEPE), Ludic Science for Kids: assumptions, activities and experiences . This activity was one of three actions that formed part of the Disclosure Project scientific playful Science for Kids: Workshops and outreach activities for Science, Mathematics and Technology for children from 3 to 6 years . This is a qualitative research and a Case Study, in which video recordings compose the methods of analysis and data collecting from an extension kindergarten teachers education course. It was conducted by the following question: What is the knowledge manifested by teachers from kindergarten, in the context of ACIEPE, for mathematical experiences of children aged three to six years, based on the cultural-historical perspective? The categories of knowledge developed by Tardif (2008) are the foundations of the analysis. Results indicate that in the context of continuing education teachers oral narratives are permeated by individual and collective knowledge that intertwine all the time, among them personal, those from school education prior to training for teaching as well as those from programs and textbooks. All of these different kinds of knowledge integrate knowledge of experience.


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Karen Ginsbury recently guested on "Voices in Validation" podcast and share her insights on the pharmaceutical industry and the implementation of prevailing technologies. Traditionally an industry slow to accept change, it is now apparent that drug makers will need to not only embrace advanced technologies but develop a plan to implement or risk extinction. The following points were part of our discussion and offer opinion on timing and impact across the pharmaceutical industry.
What is Pharma 4.0?
Essentially, it is the 4th "industrial revolution" which will require the analysis and integration of the data – BIG DATA – building on the 3rd industrial revolution, computerization.
More specifically, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), or industry 4.0 for the Pharmaceutical industry can be thought of as a combination of cyber physical systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the Internet of Systems. This is already happening, for example "Smart Factories" where machines are augmented with web connectivity and connected to a system that can consider the entire production chain and make decisions on its own, as the one Novartis has created. https://www.novartis.com/stories/discovery/new-drug-manufacturing-tools-change-pharma-chemistry
The IoT
The Internet of Things, or IoT, is a comprehensive network of connections. This links of "things" exists between people - people, people - things, and things – things.
Think of mobile telephones, people connect with other people via standard voice calls, text messaging, video chats, air dropped photos, etc. Most of us are always connected, think about wearable devices – like your Fitbit or Apple watch. We rely on the automated and integrated technologies throughout our homes, controlling temperature, lighting, appliances, and security systems. If it has an on/off switch, then chances are it can be a part of the IoT.
Defining Big Data
A collection of information, or data, which can come from a variety of different sites – may be structured or unstructured in nature. These extremely large data sets may be analyzed computationally to reveal patterns, trends, and associations, especially relating to human behavior and interactions. This is especially important in predictive medicine as we strive to create more personalized solutions to human health challenges. This directly impacts pharma manufacturing. As continuous production of drugs for smaller groups of people becomes patient centric, flexible and delivers more precise product and dosing. This can happen because of the constant feedback gained from data collected, and real time analysis.
The importance of big data is not HAVING IT, but IN USING IT! It does not matter how much data you have, or are able to collect, unless it helps influence decision. In pharma, what you do with data from any source must be analyzed to enable, cost reduction, time efficiency, new product development and optimized offerings, and smart decision making.
For more information on continuous manufacturing in pharma see https://en.tefen.com/insights/services/Manufacturing_Quality/the_impact_of_industry_40_on_the_pharma_industry
Blockchain – what, why and how?
What is block chain? A blockchain is a growing list of records, called blocks, which are linked using cryptography. Each block contains a cryptographic hash of the previous block, a timestamp, and a transaction. By design, a blockchain is resistant to modification of the data. That's right – built in data integrity.
Why aren't we using blockchain? Why don't we even understand it? This technology is considered disruptive in food, finance, and goods production, as the utilization provides solutions to common manufacturing mishaps. Inherent in the technology, blockchain provides a digital ledger that records, stores, and tracks data, thereby providing a way to monitor the supply chain and detect contamination issues, for example. It is also completely transparent, as every transaction is linked to a user and cannot be modified after the fact.
For more on blockchain see a previous blog by Tim Sandle. http://www.ivtnetwork.com/article/blockchain-innovations-pharmaceuticals-and-healthcare
Obstacle to Implementation
It would stand to reason that all these technologies stand to provide positive impact on the pharma industry. Why so slow to adopt? The number one reason – FEAR.
In an industry where patient lives matter, and validation of equipment and processes prevail, it is scary relinquishing oversight to computers and machine learning. Very real concerns exist over Cybersecurity, loss of internet or wireless transmission, data incompatibility, and so on… The bottom-line remains, Pharma 4.0 will increase efficiency, reduce costly processes, minimize human error, and allow for much more personalized care – thereby increasing patient access. But it does not happen overnight and must be the result of a well-organized thought through plan.
All companies in the pharma industry must begin on that plan today. In the next five years any company who is not already planning, implementing, and revising will be eliminated from play.
This blog is a summarized version of ideas shared with IVT Network via presentations and podcast recordings with Karen Ginsbury. Any ideas or opinions should be viewed as such and should be used only as a basis for further inquiry or independent research.


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As Obama presses Vietnam on rights, activists are barred from meeting
President: Economy growing but still 'significant concerns'
HANOI, Vietnam - President Barack Obama won enthusiastic applause in Vietnam on Tuesday with a supportive reference to Vietnam's disputes with China, saying in a speech that "big nations should not bully smaller ones."
But several activists who had been scheduled to meet with him before the speech were prevented from doing so, underscoring the gulf with Hanoi on human rights.
The White House had requested the meeting as a signal to Vietnam's Communist government that the United States cares about human rights here. Obama spent more than his allotted time with the six Vietnamese civil society leaders who did attend the meeting at a JW Marriott hotel, but he said that several others had been prevented from coming.
"Vietnam has made remarkable strides, the economy is growing quickly, the Internet is booming, and there's a growing confidence here," Obama said when a group of reporters were briefly allowed into the meeting. "But as I indicated yesterday, there's still areas of significant concerns in terms of areas of free speech, freedom of assembly, accountability with respect to government."
The activists kept from the meeting included Nguyen Quang A, 69, a businessman who had tried to run this year as an independent candidate for Parliament but was disqualified by the government.
He had been detained by plainclothes security officers, he said later by telephone. They shoved him into a car outside his home in Hanoi at 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, confiscated his cellphone and then drove him 50 miles east of Hanoi.
"I was taken on a touristic tour," he said. The men declined to say why they were driving him around for seven hours, just saying to him, "You know why we have to do this."
A prominent blogger and journalist, Pham Doan Trang, who had flown to the Vietnamese capital from Ho Chi Minh City on Monday, was also barred from attending. He had not been heard from since landing in Hanoi, according to Phil Robertson, deputy director of the Asia division of Human Rights Watch.
Ha Huy Son, a lawyer who specializes in defending dissidents in court, was also kept from the meeting. "Security people have been guarding me at my home for the last two days," he told Agence France-Presse.
The use of security forces to keep the activists from an event that the Vietnamese government had agreed to suggests that the government may have been divided over the meeting. It is unusual for a government, even one with a poor record on human rights, to allow such a gathering with a U.S. president to proceed and then prevent some guests from attending.
Benjamin Rhodes, a deputy national security adviser, said that administration officials became aware Monday night that the government was preventing some activists from attending and that U.S. officials had objected.


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A good home inspection can make the difference between buying a sound home (with normal repair and replacement expenses) and buying a downright money pit. That's why it's absolutely essential to have a house professionally inspected before buying it. And whether you're a home buyer or a seller, it can help to be familiar with the main checklist items an inspection will include.
Roof and Gutters
Inspectors look at the age and overall condition of the roofing to determine how much life it might have left. They also look for a few key elements that prevent leaks; namely, flashing at all transitions. Missing flashing and failed sealant all are red flags that warn the inspector there might be evidence of leaks below.
- Flashing: Is there flashing along all joints where the roof meets walls, dormers and skylights?
- Chimney: Are chimneys properly flashed and sealed? Is the chimney in good condition?
- Penetrations: Do pipes, vents and other penetrations have rubber boots or other flashing, and is it in good condition?
- Shingles: Are any shingles damaged or missing? Are there exposed or popped nails?
Exterior Finishes
House exterior checklist items include siding, trim boards, window and door trim and other finish elements, but basically, inspectors are checking for signs of rot, insect damage and areas where water might be getting into the wall structure.
- Wood materials: Are any touching the ground or within 6 inches of the ground?
- Paint: Is the paint or other protective finish in good condition?
- Trim: Are trim boards well-fastened, without significant gaps that can let in moisture and pests?
- Doors and windows: Do they have flashing or drip edge along the top to keep water away? Are these areas well caulked or otherwise sealed?
- Siding: Is it in good condition (even if it could use a paint job)? If the siding is stucco or masonry, are there open cracks; is mortar missing from brick siding?
Gutters and Drainage
Inspectors want to see that gutters are in good shape and are properly sloped, and that the downspouts direct water away from the house's foundation. Along the same lines, the ground should slope downward away from the house to promote natural drainage. Problems here increase the likelihood of water in the basement or crawlspace.
- Gutters: Are horizontal gutter runs sloped toward the downspouts? Are the gutters straight and properly secured?
- Downspouts: Are there are enough downspouts for the length of gutter runs?
- Downspout outlets: Do the outlets drain water onto ground sloping away from the house? Are downspout extensions and/or drainage blocks used where necessary?
Foundation and Home Structure
The primary structural elements include the foundation and the internal framing of the home. In most cases, these are visible primarily in the basement or crawlspace, where inspectors can view the foundation walls (and concrete footings under the wall) and the floor framing supporting the rest of the house.
- Foundation walls: Are they plumb (perfectly vertical), straight and free of significant cracks?
- Footings: Do they bear on solid soil or rock and have no significant cracking?
- Main support beams: Are they adequately sized and supported? Do support columns bear on concrete pads or footings?
- Floor joists: Are they straight, sound and sized properly for their spans (length)?
- Exterior house walls: Are they straight and plumb (not bowed)?
- Windows and doors: Do the openings look square (plumb and level), not skewed?
- Roof: Is the ridge straight, not saddled? Are the roof planes flat, not dipping or bulging?
Inspectors look for lots of potential problems in attics, including and checks of the structure, insulation and ventilation system. They also make sure homeowners haven't been really stupid and vented their clothes dryers or their bath or kitchen vent fans into the attic.
- Rafters or trusses: Are they properly sized for the roof span? Are they in good condition?
- Floor joists: If the attic space is used for storage or other purposes, are the joists large enough to handle the additional load?
- Roof deck (plywood or boards under the shingles): Any signs of leaks, mold, rot or insect damage?
- Ventilation: Is it adequate for the attic space and home? Are soffit and/or roof vents blocked, restricting airflow?
- Insulation: Are insulation levels appropriate for the local climate, and is insulation installed properly? Any signs of mold or water damage on insulation?
Inspection of the electrical system starts at the service panel, or breaker box (or fuse box). Red flags and unprofessional workmanship at the panel alerts the inspector to check for poor installation elsewhere. Basements and crawlspaces also offer easy access to wiring and other electrical equipment. In the house, inspectors can't see the wiring but can check switches, fixtures and appliances for proper installation and operation.
- Service panel: Is the service capacity up to the modern standard of 150 or 200 amps? Has the panel model been recalled? Are the breakers and wires neat and properly installed?
- Exposed wiring: What is the wiring type and how is it installed? What does the system use for grounding? Are wiring cables properly supported and fastened?
- Junction boxes: Do all junction boxes (which enclose wire splices) have cable clamps for the incoming cables? Are the boxes in accessible locations and do they have covers?
- Switches and fixtures: Do switches, light fixtures, ceiling fans and vent fans work properly?
- Outlets (receptacles): Do multiple receptacles pass the test for proper wiring and grounding? Are there GFCI receptacles in all required locations (kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, outdoors, etc.)?
Plumbing inspections look for signs of leaks, corroded materials and improper pipe configurations. Water pressure and drain performance also can indicate potential problems.
- Water pressure: Is the pressure low/weak at multiple fixtures?
- Water pipes: What are they made of? Are galvanized steel pipe combined with low water pressure (indicating significant corrosion inside the pipes)?
- Drain pipes: Are there signs of leaks? Do the key drains have cleanouts for snaking the drains? What are the pipes made of, and are old metal pipes corroded? Are drain pipes sloped properly?
- Drains: Do the toilets, sinks and tub/shower drain well?
- Septic systems: Has the septic tank been cleaned or serviced recently? What is the condition of the leach field (drainage field)?
- Sewer system: Is there evidence of a recent backup in the main house drain or sewer pipe? Has the sewer drain been scoped with a camera (an optional service performed by a plumber or drain contractor, not a house inspector)?
Water Heater and HVAC
While a typical home inspection will note the age and overall condition of most major appliances, the greatest focus is on the water heater and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.
- Water heater: Is the tank size/heater capacity suitable for the household? Are all required safety features intact? Is the heater properly vented? How old is the water heater (particularly important with tank-style heaters)?
- Heating system: Is each room adequately served? Does the system operate properly; heat and/or cool the rooms?
- Forced-air ductwork: Are ducts properly sized? Are the joints well-sealed? Are supply ducts insulated?
- Furnace: What is the general age and condition? Is the filter clean?
- Venting: Is the furnace or boiler properly vented? Any signs of corrosion or excessive moisture?
- Air conditioner: Is the outdoor unit properly installed, with a support pad and a suitable location? Is there any corrosion on the unit? Is the unit properly sized for the house? What is the unit's age?
- Boiler (hydronic heating): What is the boiler's age and condition? Is it properly vented? Is the system appropriately zoned?
Most home inspections include a radon test as an optional add-on. The test is done over 48 hours when no one is home. The test is highly recommended and is nothing to fear. High levels of radon can cause cancer, and radon mitigation is no big deal if the house fails the test. It usually takes a professional only a few hours to install a mitigation system and it costs an average of $1,200.
Philip Schmidt is author of Install Your Own Solar Panels, The Complete Guide to Treehouses, and 18 other home-related how-to books. A former carpenter, he has been a full-time writer and editor for over two decades, teaching DIYers about houses and everything we do with them.


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Thursday, October 27, 2011 – Proper 26 & Ordinary 31, Year A
Matthew 23:1-3 – Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples, "The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses' seat; therefore, do whatever they teach you and follow it; but do not do as they do, for they do not practice what they teach.
Model Christ. Lead by example. Walk the walk. Or as a friend of mine said recently, "Walk the talk." These are simple lines that flow from my fingers onto the computer screen. The bar is set high, but we follow a God of abundant grace whose love for us is steadfast.
Prayer: Gracious God, we want to follow you more nearly but we so often fall short. Thank you for your continued confidence in us. AMEN.


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13-14 October 2014, Jardin du Pharo, Amphithéâtre Gastaut, Marseille
ECOPAS organizes a series of problem-based workshops with invited international guest-speakers and discussants for researchers and policy-makers, in which the specific considerations and challenges of the Pacific context are foregrounded.
The present workshop will deal with oceanic fisheries as well as coastal fisheries (including aquaculture) in their socioeconomic, political and ecological dimensions. The panelists will contribute to explore issues relating to this overarching theme, such as:
– Fish: heritage vs commodity?
– Customary, national and international law: boundaries, sharing of authority, and issues of legitimacy
– Management of natural resources; management of waste and pollution
– Conservation of endangered species and marine biodiversity
This should give momentum to dialogues between representatives of the Pacific region, agents of policymaking institutions, scholars and other experts, with a particular focus on the OCTs.
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3-6 December 2014: 21st Biennial Pacific History Association Conference, Taipei & Taitung, Taiwan
"Lalan, Chalan, Tala, Ara (Path): Reconnecting Pacific-Asia Histories"
Website: http://pha2014.erenlai.com/index.php?lang=en
21-26 June 2015: 9th International Conference on Easter Island and the Pacific (EIPC 2015), Berlin, Germany
"Cultural and Environmental Dynamics"
Website: http://9th-eip-conference.org/fr
24-27 June 2015: 10th Conference of the European Society for Oceanists (ESfO), Brussels, Belgium
"Europe and the Pacific"
Website: http://esfo-org.eu/
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DATE: 22-26 April, 2014
WHERE: University of Sydney
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The traditional Durga Puja is 'akalbodhan' -- an untimely invocation -- of the ten-armed demon-slaying Goddess to fight the forces of darkness. Before Durga Puja and Kali Puja became institutionalized in September-October, the Goddess was worshipped at different points in the harvesting cycle as a more benevolent fertility mother -- Basanti or Spring in March, and Jagaddhatri or Universal Mother in November. Jagaddhatri is, then, a more benign Shakti -- traditionally modeled with four arms instead of ten.
In spite of the akalbodhan Durga Puja being more recent in practice, the shastras still put it in greater signficance temporally. According to the Puranas, the gods became very proud at the end of the defeat of Mahisasura. They considered the victory to be due to the weapons they had lent Durga. One day Brahma appeared in front of them as a yaksha. The gods started boasting of their powers -- Vayu, for example, carried on about how his gusts could uproot trees. The yaksha put a little cup of water on the grass and challenged Vayu to blow it away. No amount of puffing by the wind god could ripple the cup. The gods were chastened to be reminded of the Supreme Force that rules over all -- and worshipped this Force as Jagaddhatri.
It would seem that various forms of the Goddess were in traditional worship right on down from prehistory; but as that traditional society in Bengal was ground down into impotence by arbitrary, cruel and violently patriarchical Turko-Afghan rule, the Durga form as a destroyer of usurping demons, and the Kali form as a vengeful protecting mother, gained appeal, though the other forms did retain some local followings. Jagaddhatri is mentioned in Krishnananda Agamvagisha's Tantrasara as an established deity. The zamindars of Chandannagar patronized Jagaddhatri in the 17th and 18th centuries, and the worship of a towering Jagaddhatri still anchors tourism in Chandannagar.
(Jagaddhatri picture at College St. courtesy of www.shunya.net.)


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By Jackie Luskey
The 2013 NIRSA Annual Conference and Expo was aptly themed "Inspiring Communities of Wellbeing," which was embraced and extended throughout the various streams that NIRSA touches.
From which communities did NIRSA learn, grow, and inspire?
This year's Annual Conference was invigorated not only by collegiate recreation professionals, but also a broader spectrum of student affairs professionals through our co-location with ACPA– College Student Educators International.
By sharing the larger stage of Las Vegas with ACPA, NIRSA and ACPA members alike were able to connect and strengthen our own professional communities.
A record-breaking 2,739 NIRSA attendees fostered and supported the relationships and ideas that allow them to further inspire communities of wellbeing on a more granular level, bringing the enthusiasm and ideas of NIRSA 2013 back to their departments, recreation facilities, and student populations.
Preconference workshops and trips get the NIRSA 2013 learning started
A diverse host of preconference workshops and trips allowed conference attendees to ignite their learning and collaboration over the two days leading up to the start of conference. The NIRSA Foundation hosted two fantastic preconference events, as well. The annual NIRSA Foundation Golf Tournament, with almost 160 participants, raised money for the next generation of thought leaders in collegiate recreation (and some sun to the tournament's players). NIRSA and ACPA attendees also served the community at Opportunity Village—an organization that provides vocational training, employment, and social services to people with intellectual disabilities—connecting with an organization whose commitment to wellbeing matches our own.
Preconference workshops offered concentrated learning for the full gamut of NIRSA members, covering student development, officiating, research, risk management, and effective leadership. The "Wellness for Life: The Healthy Campus Approach" preconference session provided key materials for the Healthy Campus 2020 campaign, which will help NIRSA members continue to thoughtfully and intentionally inspire our communities of wellbeing for the decade ahead.
Opening General Session inspires new dimensions in wellness awareness
With appetites wet from preconference events, NIRSA and ACPA joined together for a rousing Opening General Session. Following a mesmerizing acrobat act, NIRSA President, Mick Deluca, and ACPA President, Keith Humphrey, offered a tongue-in-cheek welcome that was worthy of its own Vegas headline, only to be trumped by opening keynote speaker, Melissa Harris-Perry. The author and MSNBC host primed the audience for an amazing conference experience as she detailed the idea of intersectionality. Intersectionality—the study of how different dimensions of one's own identity intersect and interplay with each other—was discussed in relation to the human body. Not only are our student populations diverse, but every individual that collegiate recreation departments serve has a diverse range of traits within his or her own self. By becoming aware of the multidimensional needs of every student, specifically in terms of how our bodies express these needs, our collegiate recreation profession is charged with a special attention to student growth.
Educational sessions are the best show in town
Fueled by the energy of the Opening General Session, NIRSA members gained insight and ideas from an array of educational sessions. With as many as 40 educational sessions available within each time slot, NIRSA members clocked steps on their pedometers as they traveled between the four NIRSA 2013 properties: Bally's, Flamingo, Paris, and Planet Hollywood. Based on the names of the Vegas properties, one might think our members were jet-setting across the world; however, in actuality NIRSA members were whizzing between NIRSA's core competencies, becoming well-versed in the languages of our values.
A hearty thanks to the Conference Program Committee, co-chaired by Jacque Hamilton and Eric Stein, for building an interesting, relevant, and diverse program schedule.
Dream jobs at the Career Opportunities Center
With over 1,000 students attending NIRSA 2013, the Career Opportunities Center provided an invaluable service for those seeking a graduate assistantship or professional position. Over the four days of its operation, the Center provided over 100 employers access to NIRSA students and professionals seeking graduate assistantships, internships and full time positions. The Annual Conference's co-location with ACPA provided expanded resources and opportunities as all candidates were eligible for both NIRSA and ACPA positions. The Career Opportunities Committee, chaired by Jessi Hobart of the University of Southern Mississippi, and over 100 volunteers helped to make the Career Opportunities Center a success. Whether you were an employer looking for the perfect candidate, or a candidate looking for great opportunities to advance your career, the Career Opportunities Center was the place to be.
Connecting the dots with member meetings
Between the bursting schedule of educational sessions, NIRSA members also took time to pause and truly connect as an association at the Annual Meeting of Members, Student Member Connection Meeting, and specific Regional Member Network Connections.
Annual Meeting of Members
As we prepare to inspire communities of wellbeing in the future, NIRSA President Mick Deluca encouraged members to look into our past. Kicking off the Centennial of Collegiate Recreation, members viewed a commemorative video, celebrating all that our profession has accomplished in the last 100 years, and then acknowledge the many association legacies who helped move the profession forward over the years.
A number of NIRSA Members were recognized as awards were presented for Creative Excellence, Outstanding Sports Facilities, Recreational Sports Journal writing, and the USTA/NIRSA Tennis Program. The full list of NIRSA award recipients can be found on the NIRSA website.
Along with Mick, NIRSA Executive Director Pam Watts, incoming NIRSA President Kathleen Hatch, and other NIRSA leaders, all stressed NIRSA's ongoing momentum to further align our members in a clear mission: "collaborate or perish," as coined by Mick who went on to celebrate our growth and commitment to our mission with, "Las Vegas is a perfect place for where we are right now as leaders."
During the Annual Meeting of Members, the NIRSA Foundation recognized the NIRSA student scholarship recipients. Mick referred to them as the Association's trifecta: our future, who we serve, and why we ask others to give.
The meeting concluded with a nod to the future from 2014 Conference Program chair Laura Hall, University of California, Davis and Host Committee representative, Calvin Diggs, Vanderbilt University, invited everyone to join them in Nashville next April.
Student Member Connection Meeting
At the following day's Student Member Connection Meeting, the Student Leadership Team brought a charged energy to some of NIRSA's newest members. After detailing ways for NIRSA Students to get involved, Laura Thomas handed the floor to the incoming National Student Leader, Mallory Gohl, with a ceremonious chest bump! Their enthusiasm for student leadership exuded through the rest of the Student Leadership Team introductions, award presentations, and the following take-a-student-to-lunch.
Regional Member Network Connections.
After connecting with our association as a whole, NIRSA members set aside time to meet with their respective regions. Each region utilized their meeting space for spirited discussion, region-specific recognitions including their Regional Award of Merit presentations, and break-out sessions on how to carry their inspirations into their communities of wellbeing back at their home institutions.
Closing General Session
After an action-packed three days, NIRSA and ACPA members again gathered for the Closing General Session. Author and acclaimed actor, BD Wong, returned to Melissa Harris-Perry's idea of intersectionality, offering a candid biographical keynote about his own identity as an Asian-American and gay actor. Wong shone light and humor on coming into one's own, even amidst the obstacles of prejudice, stereotypes, and conflicting ideologies. Collegiate recreation professionals wear many hats, thus embodying intersecting roles in our day-to-day lives. The Closing General Session encouraged attendees to embrace—and ultimately celebrate—the complicated and varied roles we possess.
Honor Award Banquet stirs laughs and much deserved admiration
Dressed to the nines, 1300 NIRSA members celebrated the end of yet another successful Annual Conference at the Honor Award Banquet. Past NIRSA President, Tony Clements, served as emcee and obligatory roaster of the banquet. In order for a roast, though, there must also be a toast. And there were many toasts to be made. Among the many thanks, President Mick Deluca honored the 2013 Honor Award Recipient, Tom Kirch, for his outstanding contributions to NIRSA and the field of collegiate recreation.The night concluded with Mick Decluca passing the gavel to, Kathleen Hatch, who dedicated her year as NIRSA President to the late Jen de-Vries.
Thanks to our gracious Host Committee
Our Las-Vegas-sized Annual Conference could not be possible without the commitment and inside know-how of the 2013 Host Committee. Chaired by Karen L. Strong, the Host Committee provided invaluable resource for NIRSA 2013 attendees in order to ensure a safe, welcoming, and memorable trip for all.
You inspire us!
Las Vegas is often considered a place that depletes visitors of energy; however, we hope that NIRSA members experienced the opposite as they returned to their homes re-energized, reinvigorated, and ready to continue the conference's goal of "Inspiring Communities of Wellbeing."


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Founder of the DAPHNE LAB, laboratories with new technologies for tests of food intolerances, recognized from studies of Italian National Health Facilities with repeatability of 94%. He founded the Daphne group in 2009 with the Franchising section of DAPHNE CENTER clinics of the natural, prevention and wellness all over Europe, the Kosmethica company of production of natural artisan skin- cosmetics, with brands such as Wassage the water massage, figures of the Nutricologo, nutri-hygienist, specific courses of naturopathy and "technical operator of wellness".
Naturopath Luigi Di Vaia was born in 1973 and in 2002 obtained his first university degree in Naturopathy in Brussels; author of many articles and writings, including a book on Food Intolerances.
Di Vaia Luigi organizes courses of TOW Technical Operator of Wellness, courses of food intolerances, Intestinal dysbiosis, Mineralogram, Nutricology, courses Wassage water massages, reiki.In 2004 was born the first big society of laboratories of test of third generation, Dr. Luigi Di Vaia founded Daphne Lab that uses patents of third generation technologies to make analysis at 94% of reliability of food intolerances, mineralograms, dysbiosis and functional tests called BioMetaTest. In 2008 he received the ISO 9001 certification for the processes of Sincert Quality.


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Fault finders find faults shocker.
Buying second-hand means there's a risk of buying a vehicle with some hidden faults, but it's vans that hide the most problems.
New research by AA Vehicle Inspections reveals that more faults were found on vans than any other vehicle type. Vehicle inspectors were polled about the pre-sale inspections they carry out every month at dealers across the UK, and 40% said that vans inspected on the forecourt had the most problems.
A quarter of the same inspectors discovered that medium class cars were found to have the most faults during inspection, while 12% discovered faults on sports cars more than any other class of vehicle.
The most common faults found on diesel models were related to the engine, with 96% of those found with faults having some sort of motor issue. Petrol powered models fared better, with 64% having engine faults. More worryingly, a third of those petrol models found with faults had them either on the chassis, steering or electrics.
Almost half of inspectors (48%) discovered more problems on vehicles with mileage between 100,000 and 149,000 miles, compared to just 12% finding more faults on vehicles with mileage above 150,000 miles.
More than half of inspectors found that over a quarter of the vehicles they inspected had illegal or unsafe tyres.
"A high number of our inspectors found more faults on vans at dealers than any other vehicle type," commented David Bruce, director of AA Vehicle Inspections. "It shows the value of having a comprehensive inspection carried out on stock, particularly stock that might be susceptible to faults."
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The Intelligent Fabric technology from ALE has been recognized by infoTECH and TMCnet with an award for data center excellence and innovation.
2015 InfoTech Spotlight Data Center Excellence Award recognizes Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise innovation
ALE, operating under the brand Alcatel Lucent Enterprise, announced today that TMC, a global, integrated media company, has named its Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Intelligent Fabric technology as a 2015 Data Center Excellence Award winner, presented by infoTECH Spotlight.
The Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Intelligent Fabric technology simplifies network operations with game changing automation that improves the agility of the entire IT operations. Built on the Application Fluent Network strategy, the Intelligent Fabric delivers a resilient, flexible and high capacity network infrastructure. The technology automates deployment and provides self-healing network fabric capabilities to reduce IT workload. It is currently available on the Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch® 6900, OmniSwitch 6860 and OmniSwitch 10K Ethernet LAN platforms and managed using the OmniVista® 2500 NMS platform.
A key Intelligent Fabric differentiator is the integrated VxLAN overlay gateway support, which provides full visibility into the overlay applications. The Intelligent Fabric also automates adds/moves/changes of applications via Virtual Network Profile (VNP) capabilities, while also delivering visibility and predictive reports of network performance. In addition, the Intelligent Fabric supports programmability by OpenStack®, OpenFlow® and on board Python scripting, enabling simplified and flexible network services usage by application developers.
"The Intelligent Fabric (iFab) technology addresses IT administrators concerns on how to maximize operations for enterprise data centers. iFab accelerates project deployment time by reducing provisioning to hours rather than days and lowers costs by providing better integration of applications and data center management. With the data analytics gathered from the infrastructure management system, a business can make timely decisions about network investments and budget," said Stephane Robineau, Executive Vice President of ALE Network business.
The 2015 Data Center Excellence Award recognizes the most innovative and enterprising data center vendors who offer infrastructure or software, servers or cooling systems, cabling or management applications.
"Alcatel Lucent Enterprise solutions exemplify commitment to quality and innovation in the development of the enterprise data center industry," said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC. "I look forward to witnessing continued excellence from Alcatel Lucent Enterprise innovation and their efforts toward improving the future of the data center industry."
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Global buyers rely on TMC's content-driven marketplaces to make purchase decisions and navigate markets. This presents branding, thought leadership and lead generation opportunities for vendors/sellers.
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• Unique, turnkey Online Communities boost search results, establish market validation, elevate brands and thought leadership, while minimizing ad-blocking.
• Custom Lead Programs uncover sales opportunities and build databases.
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• Custom Content provides expertly ghost-crafted blogs, press releases, articles and marketing collateral to help with SEO, branding, and overall marketing efforts.
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Galentine's Day is officially Thursday, February 13th, but here in Rockaway Beach it's pretty much a daily thing! To make this occasion special and kick it up a notch we had an early Galentine's Brunch & Creative Workshop, at the Bungalow Bar, to eat and drink of course, but to inspire as well!
Bungalow's GM, and my friend, Katy and I brought some of my favorite Galentine blog posts for 1-800 Flowers.com to life for 40 "ladies celebrating ladies" on a recent Sunday afternoon and it was a blast!


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Ishrat Kanga, Sotheby's Head of Sale–London, Indian & South Asian Modern and Contemporary Art Auctions, brings unparalleled vision and in-depth knowedge about art and its provenance to the light. The only Indian and female auctioneer at International Auction Houses, Ishrat enjoys every minute of a nerve wrecking auction. She played instrumental role in curating what is known as one of the mjost significant auction of its kind ever, ''Coups deCoeur''. We get in a candid conversation with Ishrat to know more about her journey, tricks of the trade, views on Indian artists, and more. Edited excerpts..
You are the only Indian and female auctioneer at International Auction Houses. Does it intimidate you at any point of time?
I was very nervous the first time I conducted a live sale, and still continue to feel nervous before an auction, but it is never intimidating. We go through careful and rigorous training that equips us to deal with all situations and the nerves are due to wanting to conduct a strong, seamless and successful sale.
When and how did you get interested in art?
My grandfather was a collector who was a regular at galleries and international auctions. He often took me to artists' studios and encouraged me to talk about what I liked and didn't. I grew up around art, but I never pursued it as a career until college, when I took an ''Introduction to Modern Art Course'' and after the first one and a half hours, I was hooked.
Auctioneer is indeed an unconventional career choice. What made you go for it?
I only became an auctioneer in 2017, seven years after joining Sotheby's. Most auctioneers like me begin by pursuing a career path at auction such as training to be a specialist and we spend years studying and learning about a particular type of art or specific art historical movements. After learning the ins and outs of putting together a sale, I decided to train as an auctioneer to conduct South Asian Art auctions. I told myself I would try it and thankfully the feedback I got was positive and encouraging which is why I continued to conduct sales.
The recent auction titled ''Coups de Coeur'' in London came to Sotheby's after 25 years. How did you prepare yourself? Give us an insight into your curation process?
I prepared for the auction by studying each lot and practising to conduct the sale in a mock setting. ''Coups de Coeur'' was a single owner collection, curated and passionately put together by one couple.
How do you put together an auction from scratch? Where do you source pieces from?
We start by discussing key works of art or artists that we would like to see represented in the sale, and share our hopes for the sale with the collectors we know best. There are also wonderful surprises when people we haven't met before contact us with fantastic artworks for sale. We conduct free valuations for auction estimates and sometimes people are surprised by how valuable their art is and agree to offer their works in the next auction.
Do you think expertise in art and understanding the buyer's mentality are the prerequisites of a proficient auctioneer? Are these skills related?
Yes, expertise in art and knowing the bidders in the auction room are key to being a proficient auctioneer.
If you have to pick a favourite artist, who would it be and why?
I have many favourite South Asian artists and it is impossible to pick only one. The Bombay Progressives, namely Maqbool Fida Husain and Francis Newton Souza are some of my personal favourites. If I had to single out one every artist, it would be EdouardManet. He was the first artist I formally studied, and he is considered to be one of the earliest modernist painters. My favourite movement in art history is modernism and learning about him and his work is what led me to pursue art as a career.
In your opinion, where do Indian artists stand in the world of art auction? Are the recognition and demand tilted towards veterans such as Bhupen Khakhar, Maqbool Fida Husain, and not the contemporary Indian artists?
The modernist artists named above are sold in specialised South Asian Art sales and contemporary Indian artists are sold in South Asian auctions and global Contemporary Art auctions. Anish Kapoor and Raqib Shaw for example, are represented in both these sales. Recognition and demand are steadily rising and there is a lot of scope for Indian art to grow even further.
How do you keep a tab on new and emerging collectors worldwide to build your clientele?
We try and attend as many gallery openings, studio visits, biennales and art fairs around the world to meet new collectors and continue expanding our understanding and appreciation of art. Attending different types of art events is the best way to build clientele.
Do you think art rises above money or its value takes a nosedive?
Art should be purchased out of passion. If you love what is on your wall, the money you spent is an investment in the joy it brings.
What next does the house of Sotheby's have in store for art aficionados?
Sotheby's is always going to strive to offer strong and exciting art at auction. As specialists, we are driven to discover hidden gems and works public in decades or centuries. Our galleries and exhibitions are open to the public, one needs only to step in and see what is in store.


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The Year 2019 - Highlights and Outlook
At the beginning of the year, we would like to give you a brief outlook on the year 2019.
But first of all, I hope you had some relaxing holidays and a good start into the New Year, for which we wish you health, happiness and success.
We have set ourselves a lot of goals for 2019, which could also be exciting for you.
Data Analysis & Integrated Risk Assurance
In addition to the expansion of our core business, data extraction from SAP® and out-of-the-box analyses for SAP® data in the software ACL™, we will increasingly focus on Integrated Risk Assurance. With ACL™ GRC we have a product in our portfolio that supports enterprise risk management, the governance of the internal control system, as well as classic audit management and the administration of analysis results using KPI/KRI, workflows and questionnaires (keyword Insight to Action). But even "pure" data analysis is not neglected: With the new solution ACL™ Robotics, your analytic processes can now be automated even better by simplifying the necessary steps..
Process Mining
In addition to our transaction-based analyses, it is important to get a complementary view of the business processes in form of target-oriented visualizations. We have the best experience so far with the tools from PAF, with which we work trustfully, but also with ProcessGold or the Process Mining Software from MINIT. No matter which provider you choose, we provide the necessary basis for data extraction and apps for event log processing at the push of a button. We already offer these for Purchase-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash, further processes will follow in the course of the year.
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Of course, what is happening in the ML and AI areas is also exciting. The data analysis software ACL™ contains the K-MEANS algorithm since the current version. But the topics Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are basically not new - they have only recently gained a lot of attention and importance. We at dab: Daten - Analysen & Beratung GmbH also have important solutions with which we can support you here. With the help of our software, we build the bridge from algorithm to daily application on practical topics. The methods alone offer no added value - it is the fact that they can be used in day-to-day business, i.e. within the framework of augmented analytics. With our product dab:AnalyticIntelligence we offer you the necessary basis.
Embedded Analytics in SAP® Fiori with SAP Analytics Cloud
We have followed the development of the possibilities resulting from the SAP® S4/HANA, SAP® Fiori and SAP® Analytics Cloud triple with excitement. Here, too, the greatest benefit can be derived from prefabricated content. Our concept of offering the analysis specialists and data scientists a high degree of freedom by providing parallel to our extensive analysis content, enhanced base tables, which are ideally suited for ML/AI supported ad-hoc analyses, benefits you here. If you are interested in establishing your analyses directly in the SAP® environment without going through data extraction and third-party software, please contact us - we offer powerful solutions and extensive content that can be used for this purpose.
Development of Data Lakes via Soft-Matching Processes (and much more)
Structured, known data in combination with a set of predefined questions? The topic is covered by us in the best way. But did you already know that we can also support you with the product dab:AnalyticIntelligence using the soft matching methods developed by us to set up data lakes and combine structured data with weakly structured data (e.g. social media entries etc.)? The technology also makes it possible to dispense with the use of personal data and thus facilitates application in the context of the Basic Data Protection Regulation / GDPR. By the way, the procedure developed by us can also be optimally used for fuzzy duplicate searches in master records or payments as well as for checking interfaces or for buzzword analyses. In all these areas we will provide you with exciting new methods and solutions throughout 2019.
These are just some of the topics that we are already working on for you and that we will have to offer in 2019. So it remains exciting, and we are also tackling the New Year with our vision of "making analytics fundamental". We look forward to working with you to achieve this.


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Max occupancy: 2Details
Beds: King
In suite bathroom: Yes
AC: Window Unit
TV: Yes
Thor's Lair – an exclusive luxury suite – has been created from two former main deck cabins, featuring a huge king size bed, adjoining bed settee, 44 inch TV monitor/player, PC table/chair, carpeted walls, 4 view windows, walk-in closet, bar fridge, bedside lighting controls, and large shower/toilet room. It is available for a slight premium over regular fares.
Max occupancy: 2Details
Beds: Twin + Double
In suite bathroom: No
AC: Window Unit
TV: Yes
Ten air conditioned staterooms accommodate 20 guests in double occupancy. All have in room vanities, TV's and DVD players, indirect lighting and full length closets. Eight rooms located on 'D' and 'E' decks have double or queen size beds plus adjacent single berths. Private showers and toilets are fitted in each of these rooms. Three additional rooms on 'C' deck are bright and spacious with two shared shower rooms and two shared toilets.
From operating base at Truk Lagoon, continuous non-stop diving is conducted 7 days per week, with up to 5 dives per day, on 5 differing sites – giving opportunity to view 30+ wrecks during a one week visit. Thorfinn's structures and safety gear comply with IMO (International Maritime Organization) standards.
More Wrecks. More Daily Dives
Operating as Eco-Friendly, this ship utilizes island power plant waste lubes for its primary heating fuel under boilers driving it's steam propulsion system. (pls note.. a 'green ship' )
Twenty-two island staff provide cheerful personalized service on a 1:1 crew to guest ratio. They range from individually assigned dive crews attending each diver's needs, to full time hostesses, deck maintenance staff, large machinery staff, and 2 chefs preparing varieties of tasty international cuisine. Special dietary requests are catered as available food supplies permit.
All diving is conducted from well designed, covered 30ft tenders with each craft diving separate sites to avoid crowding over a single mooring. Diving in small groups, experienced local guides will show the very best attractions at each site. Many have been with Thorfinn for more than 15 years.
We're accustomed to working with technical and rebreather divers by supplying banded double cylinders, 3-4 ltr pony bottles, and special rebreather bottles as may be requested. Both SodaSorb or Sofnolime are freely supplied, Optional Helium should be advance requested to ensure sufficient on-hand quantities. Partial pressure blending via an efficient series of electric and air driven gas boosters produce various mixes of Enriched Air Nitrox and Trimix to meet individual requests. Aboard Thorfinn, you'll receive rewarding experiences in technical diving with ability to extend diving at many deeper sites.
Open Water Diver or equal rating, snorkel with no certification
Open Water Diver or equal rating
Adventure Diver, or equal rating
Open Water Diver, or equal rating
Adventure Diver (or equal rating) + CPR & First Aid trained within past 2 years


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