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Energy Minister Glenn Thibeault will be a witness for the prosecution in the Sudbury byelection bribery trial that begins in September.
Like Premier Kathleen Wynne, Thibeault will give up his parliamentary immunity and take the stand in the trial of two top Liberals.
"If called, Minister Thibeault will waive parliamentary privilege and appear as a witness," his office said in a statement Wednesday.
Patricia Sorbara, Wynne's former deputy chief of staff and a key architect of the Liberals' 2014 electoral victory, and Gerry Lougheed, a prominent Sudbury businessman and party stalwart, are accused of Elections Act violations from the February 2015 byelection won by Thibeault.
The Crown alleges Sorbara and Lougheed offered defeated former Liberal candidate Andrew Olivier a political appointment or a job in exchange for dropping out of the party's nomination race.
That was to clear the decks for Wynne to appoint Thibeault, then the local NDP MP, as the Liberal standard-bearer. Olivier ended up running as an independent, finishing third.
"Minister Thibeault has always emphasized that he made the move from federal to provincial politics because it was an opportunity to better represent his home riding of Sudbury and to make a real difference in his community," his office said.
Both Sorbara and Lougheed have denied any wrongdoing.
Last year, the Crown withdrew more serious Criminal Code charges against Lougheed, though Sorbara was never charged criminally.
Elections Act charges are non-criminal violations known as provincial offences with penalties that include fines of up to $25,000 and maximum jail sentences of two years less a day.
While Wynne confirmed Tuesday she will also be a Crown witness, she made it clear that she does not think anything untoward happened in the lead-up to the byelection.
"I could (claim parliamentary privilege) but I'm not. I will testify and I will go along with the process and I've done that and I will continue to do that," said the premier, who has answered scores of questions on the byelection debacle from opposition MPPs in the legislature and journalists at her press conferences.
"I have the deepest respect for Pat Sorbara and I look forward to the opportunity to work with her again," she said, noting Sorbara would be welcomed back into the Liberal campaign fold if she's exonerated.
The case begins Sept. 7 in Sudbury and is slated to last into October. It is not yet known what days Wynne and Thibeault will testify.
Under the Liberal party's constitution, the leader has the power to appoint a candidate. While Olivier had run in the June 2014 provincial election — narrowly losing to New Democrat Joe Cimino in one of only two defeats in Liberal-held seats that year — Wynne had other plans when Cimino triggered a byelection by quitting that November.
The premier personally wooed Thibeault to defect from the federal New Democrats to the provincial Liberals.
In a bid to let Olivier down gently, Sorbara and Lougheed were dispatched to appease him.
But the Sudbury mortgage broker, who records his important calls for note-taking purposes because he's a quadriplegic, later made those conversations public by posting them on Facebook.


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- I grow pimples better than you. I mean, I am a champion at stress-fueled geysers. I have two monsters on my face right now that don't seem to be going away.
- My current plan to get the cats to the vet (to be boarded while I move) involves starving them. This makes me feel cruel and at the same time, like a dastardly genius. It was loml's idea to get them used to the carriers by putting the food in them. I will, in fact, take it to the next level and starve them so that they both enter the carriers at the same time to get said food. I just tried it and it went more smoothly than I even hoped. I am planning on torturing my cats to make life easier. Someone call animal control.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Sunday, August 22, 2010
So. July 16th. I call the broker back from work. We no longer qualify for the loan. Panic. Rage.
Remember when my mortgage was pre-approved more than a month before this, the mortgage that included my Dad? Yeah, the mortgage guy fucked up royally. And in the terms of the contract, I had to have my loan secured by July 23rd. And my Dad is in France. The mortgage broker and his assistant somehow missed one of my Dad's debts. Please consider that about a year before he had also done my sister's mortgage, with my Dad cosigning and at that time the debt existed as well. Moral of this story: records are important. Filing. Cross-referencing. Look at the damned mortgage you did last year and start from there.
So basically the options, as mortgage broker (MB) saw them and emailed them to me that day:
- My dad would gift me the money and be taxed off of his ass.
- I would have to just take a larger mortgage and in a year, pay down the mortgage with the lump sum from my dad.
- Unacceptable. He'll be paying out the ass.
- I lose a full year of mortgage payments. Because this option is essentially a refinance. Also, my payments would be huge for that year. And there's no guarantee that they would get smaller at the time of the lump sum payment. Cluster.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
This is the part of the story where I brew a bubbling pot of hatred for the seller. I was leery at the inspection. I was angry and full of dislike at the closing date business.
The day after the agreement was set, all the earnest money was down and we were just waiting for closing, I contacted my realtor to arrange a time to get some contractors into the house. There was a lot to be done at the house - pathetic head room on the stairs to the basement, all the worst from the inspection, and I wanted to create a great finished basement. So my realtor asked me when I wanted to go. I told him a couple of times. And this is the response he got from the seller's realtor:
Sorry, but my client does not want to allow any contractors to come through prior to closing. She is in the process of packing and her children are at home during the day. She would prefer that Katie wait until they move out. I'm sorry. I did try.
And now I'm holding a pot of hate stew. This was a month and a half before closing. And apparently, something my realtor had never had happen. NEVER. HATE.
The next post happens before this next bit, but this bit fits here. Two weeks later, I got an email from my realtor. All it said was "The seller reconsidered and is offering these times" with a forwarded message from her realtor complete with two dates to choose from. I was astonished. So I chose one of the dates and flat out asked my realtor what happened. This is his response:
Yeah, I kind of embarrassed [the realtor] into it. Here is my email I sent yesterday: Would you please ask the seller to reconsider allowing Katie in to meet contractors. In my 15 years of selling real estate I have never once seen this courtesy denied by a seller. It will help Katie a great deal if she can line up her workers so she can get work started faster after Closing. Thank you.
Seriously guys, you should use my realtor. He is the best.
Since I'm so excited about what is going on in my house right now, here's a before and after with the basement. There's a slight perspective error here, I'm a bit farther back in the before. But, go with it.
Edit: the new blogger editor is a POS that creates the ugliest HTML ever. As a developer I OBJECT.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
I already sent you the receipts from the plumber's visit and Orkin. We took off the ivy and installed the toilet kit ourselves. The electrician already came out to assess the inspector's claim that the wiring was wrong. He fixed a few minor things on the list but their is no receipt. I can try to get him to put something in writing. ComEd came out and looked at the tree and said it is a low voltage wire and it is not impacting service so they would not trim the tree, maybe they would later after they finish their emergency storm work? The tree is on my neighbor's property and I cannot trim it anymore than I already have from my garage roof. I will paint the rest of the exposed tile in the basement.
We could not find any red tape where the inspector stated he marked gas leaks. the boiler was just serviced in March and no leaks were detected.
____, I apologize for this going on so long without an agreement but I am not going to accept her counter. I said $1200 was my final offer. Let the buyer know, I thank her for her interest in my home.
I will clean the house and do some of the work left and try again for another offer.
$800. And she's putting the house back on the market. At this point, I already had almost $3,500 sunk into the house (earnest money and inspections of various kinds, etc). June 22, that was not a good day.
Something to cheer us all up, built-in:
Friday, August 13, 2010
- Aluminum capping or wood replacement
- Chimney liner
- Tuckpoint Chimney
- Seal at base of north wall along gangway
- Seal all open areas around exterior
- Ivy has deteriorated frame walls (rotted) on garage
- Trees trimmed
- GFCI's throughout
- Address all electrical issues
- Replace cracked vent stack
- Replace copper to galvanized connections with proper fittings
- Shower in basement has no waste lines
- Gas leaks
- Water pressure
- Leaking main bathroom cleanout
- Improper plumbing under kitchen sink & at dishwasher
- Toilet problems
- Where are missing storms & screens?
- Rodent control - mice
- Smoke & carbon monoxide detectors
- Asbestos floor tiles
- Porch construction poor
Monday, August 09, 2010
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Thursday, August 05, 2010
Sunday, August 01, 2010
- DVD collection. I think over the past six years here, I've probably watched only a quarter of them. With Netflix and streaming, I feel like the idea of a collection (especially one so woeful and crappy as mine) is obsolete. I kind of want to be ruthless and get rid of the majority...there's really no reason I'd regret this, right?
- Old schoolwork. Only grad work, which is relevant to my current occupation. I graduated 2 years ago though. I have, in fact, referenced it on a few occasions. Sometimes it has been helpful to others in the program. But it takes up almost a whole shelf in my fairly wide bookcase. Do I continue to lug it around? Weed it and only lug most of it? Or just trash it all?

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At midday on Friday, October 4, 2019 in Baranzate was the laying of the first stone of the InOltre Space, an old industrial building that will become, thanks to a collective enterprise, a place of cultural production, active citizenship and services for the city.
An old industrial storage space, a stone coming from afar, a community project. The history of InOltre's new, but it contains many others and it already belongs to everyone. It is an experiment in social regeneration based on welcome, solidarity and a multicultural nature.
Speakers were Mons. Mario Delpini, Archbishop of Milan, Don Paolo Steffano, parish priest of Sant'Arialdo, Diana Bracco, President of Bracco Foundation, Paolo Barilla, Samantha Lentini, La Rotonda Association, Anna Frey, architect.
The InOltre project, the result of a partnership between the La Rotonda Association and Bracco Foundation, is also supported by other important institutions such as the Fondazione 13 marzo of Paolo Barilla, Fondazione Cariplo and the Milan Opera San Francesco. Also supporting the initiative were Mapei, Boston Consulting Group and Fondazione Francesca Rava – N.P.H. Italia Onlus.
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My name is Pernille Bastrup, my vision is to make glass for everyone, at affordable prices for everyone.My biggest joy is when people use my glass as on a daily basis and for special occasions alike.Because it is only when you stand holding a glass in your hand that you truly feel the glass itself.Not when it is just standing on a shelf.
It is deeply satisfying to demonstrate how glass is made in our workshop and to teach other glassblowers to carry on this age-old craft so it is not erased from our collective memory by mass production.
I love going to work and blowing glass, sitting on the bench, being inspired and getting new ideas together with my glassblowers.
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Britain has never been known for its affinity with other languages in schools and now concerns are growing about international education activities after Brexit.
Almost half of state primary schools offer no international education activities and only a third of secondary schools offer international pupil exchanges which has prompted the British Council to call for change.
The organisation, which represents British cultural and educational interests globally, wants all young people to be given the chance to build their international experience. It points out that language skills and cultural awareness will be vital for the post-Brexit economy.
But 45% of state primary schools offer no international education activities beyond the basics of language teaching, according to British Council research in 692 primary schools and 785 secondary schools in England.
Of the secondary schools offering international exposure, trips abroad are the most popular form of international experience, with the vast majority, some 81%, offering excursions overseas.
However, pupil exchanges offering deeper experience in other cultures have declined. Only a third of secondary schools offer exchanges, partly due to funding pressures and greater child protection requirements. But there are other ways, such as virtual partnerships with schools overseas, in which students can build these important connections with other languages and cultures.
'Pupils do not need to go on expensive trips abroad to have international awareness. International partnerships and projects in schools allow pupils of all backgrounds to experience other cultures and develop their intercultural skills. This is vital for a generation growing up in an increasingly connected world,' said Vicky Gough, schools adviser at the British Council.
An example of where it works is Reay Primary school in Lambeth, London, which has seen the impact of international activities on their pupils' enthusiasm for language learning and their understanding of the world.
The school has worked with educators and experts in Spain, Zimbabwe and Portugal. Their international activities enable pupils to more confidently communicate with people from other cultures.
Indeed, Reay was recently accredited with the British Council International School Award for its excellent international curriculum and has moved from a 'good' rating to an 'outstanding' Ofsted rating.
Government figures show that lack of foreign language skills is costing the UK economy around £48 billion a year, or 3.5% of GDP. Cultural awareness is also crucial to trading, to effectively target products and lead negotiations.
'The decline in international experience in our schools is regrettable as international awareness and skills are more vital than ever as the UK leaves the European Union,' Gough added.


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During a visit to western North Dakota this week, Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy Steven Winberg got a firsthand look at technology originally developed for the U.S. Army but now to be assessed by NETL in producing fresh water from brine used in energy operations. The equipment is being tested at the University of North Dakota (UND) Energy & Environmental Research Center's Brine Extraction and Storage Test site, which is among several research sites Winberg is touring.
"This project is one of many NETL-led technologies underway within the Office of Fossil Energy to address competing water needs and challenges," Winberg said. "Water is a limited resource, yet there's an inextricable link between water and energy. We need treatment technologies that economically derive clean water from alternative sources and facilitate water reuse to increase efficiency and reduce water consumption."
NETL has internally reviewed the technology, which employs mechanical vapor recompression to remove salts from brine. In this technology, purification occurs similar to distillation by using a compressor to increase the pressure and temperature of the produced water vapor, thereby providing heat that can be recycled to boost efficiency. NETL researchers received the pilot skid from the U.S. Army at no cost in late August 2018. The unit was no longer being used at a base near Detroit.
Upon receipt by NETL, the equipment required repairs, parts replacements and software fixes to make it fully functional. NETL technicians, safety personnel and site-support contractors worked together to make the necessary upgrades, demonstrating it at the Lab's Pittsburgh site upon completion.
"This is a great new capability for NETL that was made possible in cooperation with one of our collaborative partners at minimal cost," said Nick Siefert, Ph.D., a research mechanical engineer at NETL and principal investigator for the project.
The brine concentrator arrived at the UND test site Aug. 5, where its capability to concentrate brine and generate fresh water is being tested Aug. 12-23. The unit's operational performance will set the baseline against which more advanced treatment technologies will later be compared, including advanced membrane processes being developed at NETL.
The project supports NETL's Water Management Research and Development program, which aims to increase water efficiency and reuse, find ways to treat alternative sources of water and provide critical energy-water analysis. The Lab leads an important national effort focused on removing barriers to sustainable, efficient water and energy use; developing innovative technology solutions; and enhancing the understanding of the intimate relationship between energy and water resources. Click here to learn more.


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A college job fair is one of the best places to find a post graduate full-time job or even an internship for the summer. Recruiters are literally coming to the candidates instead making the students scour career websites and search for a job they might like. College career fairs are incredible opportunities to find a job you're interested in at a company you like. You get to actually speak with people who work there and make connections before you apply. Here are some tips to making the most of your college's career fair and setting yourself up for future success.
Keep an open mind
Keeping an open mind can lead to untold positive life changes. The same principle should be applied to college job fairs. By staying limited to only job openings that fit a preset checklist, the opportunity of ever discovering new passions and opportunities is entirely diminished. Visit as many booths as possible and talk with a variety of people in many different fields. The possibilities of roles that a job seeker could end up in are practically limitless and it would not be possible to explore them without an open mind.
Professional attire
How a candidate is presented to recruiters is usually what creates a first impression. If the job seeker is dressed well and looks professional, that sticks in the minds of recruiters. Conversely, underdressed candidates are often remembered as seeming unprepared and ill equipped to conduct an on-the-spot interview. In fact, studies have shown that dressing professionally is one of the major factors in getting hired for the job of your choice.
Follow Up
One of the most underappreciated things about a job fair is what to do once it is over. Many believe that after the job fair, candidates should wait to hear back from the recruiters and immediately apply for a job. In fact, the first point of contact should always be a follow up to thank the recruiters for attending the event and speaking with you. This step shows exemplary communication skills and can be a deciding factor in giving out job or internship offers. It also helps you foster connections at the companies you're the most interested in applying for jobs at.
Never underestimate the benefits of attending a college job fair. It could end up being the springboard for a lifelong career. There is never a guarantee of a job, but by employing the above tips, the possibility of landing a dream job is greatly increased.


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Cheers went up last week, and applauding right along could have been - should have been - regional centers like Duluth that provide libraries, parks, and other amenities and services to thousands of non-residents who pour in every day for work or play.
The "strong applause," as the Associated Press reported, was for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's vow to restore local government aid to pre-recession 2002 levels, a feat that will require a $30 million increase to around $565 million from the state for the nearly half-century-old program. It's an increase Duluth leaders and others justifiably have been seeking for years.
"There is not a community out there that you don't hear (from) about this," Walz said, speaking to a gathering of the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities, as the Star Tribune reported.
The coalition also long has advocated for the restoration of funding for the state's local government aid program. LGA was especially reduced under former Gov. Tim Pawlenty when Minnesota faced back-to-back budget shortfalls. The program has yet to be restored to its previous funding level.
"I think that I'll get Republican support on (its restoration) because this is a principle that they believe in solidly, too," Walz said. "The closer you get to the decision-making of the people, sometimes you get better results."
The state program is as vital as it is effective in helping regional centers like Duluth that provide so much to so many out-of-towners sans the visitors' property taxes to help pay for it. The program also is a lifeline to smaller, especially rural communities so they can provide basics that all Minnesotans should be able to expect no matter where they live, like public safety, fire protection, and street maintenance.
"LGA is the ultimate equity tool," was the way Alexandria, Minn., Mayor Sara Carlson described the program in an op-ed last year in the Grand Forks Herald. "It was created in the 1970s as a means to ensure that all Minnesota cities are able to provide a similar level of services, regardless of their wealth."
As much as the program makes sense to ensure the same high quality of life no matter where in the state a Minnesotan may live, and despite all the good it does, LGA, every legislative session, it seems, is targeted for cuts or elimination. Last year, Duluth was able to just maintain its present level of LGA, about $29 million annually - and that was heralded as a success.
Will local government aid be in the political crosshairs yet again this year with the DFL in control of the Minnesota House and Republicans in the majority in the Senate? If so, if that becomes the disappointing and frustrating reality, Duluth at least can cheer that it has in its corner the first governor not from the Twin Cities metro area since Iron Ranger Rudy Perpich in 1991.


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Queens Park Playground Ready for New Adventures
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An exciting new addition to the Queens Park Margaret Street playground will be ready for climbing and sliding in mid-December 2018 and the kids are going to love it!
The latest edition to kids fun things to do at Queen's Park is a seven-metre-high Pentaboo adding an extra sense of adventure to the popular playground.
The Pentaboo, is intended for use by children 12 years and older, the playground will provide hours of fun for children to safely climb and slide to their hearts' content.
The additional new playground area will be opened in mid-December, and is all part of the Queens Park Master Plan Improvements Stage 5 works.
Additional major play items, including a flying fox, will be installed around the Pentaboo to increase play diversity and meet regional park delivery standards.
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This panel invites submissions on the intertwined topics of masculinity and morality in eastern Africa from 1800 to the present day. The emphasis of this panel is on the moral commitments, obligations, horizons and expectations connected to masculinity and manhood in this part of the world. We invite papers that engage with how these have changed and endured over time, and we invite papers that explore how individuals and communities have dealt with, contested, and sought to live up to these norms. The papers will interrogate masculinity and morality in eastern Africa from anthropological and historical perspectives. This is a task we believe is important and urgent in light of the current sense of a "crisis of masculinity" in the region, a crisis associated with social and economic disruptions and linked to rising unemployment, shrinking farm sizes, and changing gender norms. This panel proposes a more specific discussion about the historical origins, transformations and contemporary fates of such masculine ideals. Panellists are encouraged to think especially about the normative role of men as patriarchal figures capable of providing for their kin, and how past and present actors have challenged and reinforced this ideal. We are especially keen to receive submissions that engage with and renovate classic, time-honoured themes in the anthropological and historical literature such as masculinity in relation to: the household, labour, familial obligation, property, land-ownership, and notions of duty, restraint and discipline.


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The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) must overcome several hurdles to better succeed in its mission to "stop and remedy unlawful employment discrimination." In fiscal year 2017, EEOC effectively addressed some of the management challenges we identified in last year's management challenges. For fiscal year 2018, EEOC needs to continue focusing on strategic performance management, the private sector inventory, and data analytics. We believe EEOC leadership should continue to pursue progress in these challenge areas.
Strategic Performance Management
In fiscal year 2017, the Agency continued to make progress by meeting some of its performance targets and updating its Strategic Enforcement Plan. In fiscal year 2017, as well as in fiscal years 2015 and 2016, the Agency enjoyed mixed success in meeting its performance targets (eight met, five partially met, and one not applicable−as of October 11, 2017). Last year, we advocated that in developing the new strategic plan (for fiscal years 2018-2022), the Agency should adopt additional outcome-based measures.
However, the Agency faces a challenge in developing a new strategic plan. EEOC needs to better measure critical outcomes for its customers. Regardless of the goals EEOC adopts in the new strategic plan, it remains critical that EEOC begin to track progress toward reducing unlawful employment discrimination. Our March 2013 evaluation of the strategic plan's performance measures (https://oig.eeoc.gov/reports/audit/2012-010-pmev) stated "the current measures do not cover the nation's progress towards achieving the [EEOC's] overarching goal: to reduce employment discrimination in the United States." The Agency, in its fiscal years 2016-2019 Research and Data Plan, also recognizes that measuring employment discrimination is a worthy effort. Therefore, fiscal year 2018 is the right time for EEOC to directly address the obstacles that have prevented this most critical measurement of EEOC's success. In addition, as we noted last year, our reports show that EEOC should better measure program effectiveness .1
We believe ample opportunity remains for EEOC to craft a stronger mission-focused strategic plan. The Office of Management and Budget allows for strategic plan modifications at any time when changes are justified.
Management of the Private-Sector Charge Inventory
As in previous years, EEOC is challenged to decrease the private-sector charge inventory, while improving the quality of charge processing. The inventory data shows that the inventory decreased 18.1 percent over the last four years. The inventory increased by 6.9 percent in fiscal year 2014, to 75,658. In fiscal year 2015, the inventory increased 1.4 percent, to 76,408. In fiscal year 2016, the inventory decreased by 3.8 percent to 73,508. In fiscal year 2017, EEOC again reduced the inventory, with a 15.7 percent reduction (based on the Agency's estimate of an inventory of 61,941). Two major reasons for the fiscal year 2017 decreased inventory are fewer filings from charging parties and increased priority on inventory reduction. Despite this significant decline, much work remains.
Acting Chair Victoria Lipnic, in July 2017, addressed the inventory issue by distributing a discussion memo to senior managers describing how to substantially reduce the inventory. Reducing inventory will allow the Agency to free up resources to pursue strategically important cases. The memo addresses key issues involved with reducing the inventory, including: accurately defining the terms "inventory" and "backlog;" determining the sustainable number of charges; holding field offices accountable for consistently implementing Priority Charge Handling Processing; increased use of digital technologies to increase staff time for investigating and resolving charges; and, as needed, aggressively addressing the inventory issues in individual field offices through various means. The primary challenge is to ensure that all field offices understand and fully implement the changes.
Management of Data Analytics Activities
Data analytics can be defined as the science of examining raw data with the purpose of finding patterns and drawing conclusions about that information to produce better understanding. Data analysis, on the other hand, is the process of inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modeling data with the goal of discovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision-making. The EEOC faces a challenge in developing a comprehensive data analytics strategy. Without such a strategy and its implementation, EEOC lacks a major tool in using data to improve its ability to fashion remedies for unlawful employment discrimination. As we noted last year, improved data analytics is vital for EEOC to determine if agency efforts are effective in deterring, detecting, and stopping employment discrimination, as well as where and how EEOC should efficiently place its resources.
EEOC's Strategic Enforcement Plan for fiscal years 2017-2021 affirms that collecting and analyzing data is central to EEOC's enforcement and education/outreach outcomes. EEOC's Research and Data Plan identified data analytics projects and made the Office of Research, Information and Planning responsible for analyzing the health of EEOC's analytic data. In 2017, the Agency completed a draft assessment of its data inventory. Completing the data inventory will aid EEOC's development of a data analytics roadmap that includes strategy, leadership, and staffing.
Data Analytics Strategy
EEOC does not have an agency-wide data analytics strategy. The Agency's Research and Data Plan describes projects associated with mission-critical analytical work, but does not contain an Agency data analytics strategy. A well-defined Agency data analytics strategy is essential to ensuring that analytics activities are results-oriented, transparent, and proportionate to the enforcement and educational/outreach challenges facing EEOC. A strong data analytics strategy aligns with strategies for business intelligence, information technology, and quality improvement.
Data Analytics Leadership
EEOC currently lacks an experienced management official fully versed in data analytics practices and procedures. Such a subject matter expert at the senior leadership level is essential to develop and implement a successful data analytics strategy. The Agency must identify a senior manager to champion solutions to the challenges of developing an effective and efficient data analytics strategy. The Agency recently approved the hiring of a Senior Executive Service individual with the title Chief Data Officer. This executive will lead the Agency's Office of Research, Information and Planning, which we previously noted is responsible for analyzing the health of EEOC's analytic data. The individual is scheduled to report to duty mid-November 2017.
Data Analytics Staffing
An Agency goal, as cited in the Research and Data Plan, is to move the EEOC towards using more sophisticated analytical tools for enforcement, education/outreach, and operational performance to better serve the public and continuously improve the agency's work overall. However, EEOC does not employ data analytic or data management specialists, making this goal difficult to accomplish. A review of the position descriptions of those individuals associated with conducting information analysis of Agency data (Economists and Social Science Analysts) demonstrates that Agency staff possess skillsets more closely associated with data analysis. In an effort, in part, to address this skill gap EEOC's Office of Information Technology identified an Analytics/Data Management Lead position as a hiring priority for fiscal year 2018 to support EEOC's data analytic goals.


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I am a Malayali woman and before you do it yourself, I'll help you out with the stereotype. Yes, I'm dark complexioned.
I've always been a victim of bullying because of it. It started quite early in my childhood, with my own grandmother discriminating me. It didn't help at all that I had four beautiful and oblivious sisters. Although my mother loved me, she was always worried about me.
The bullying I faced left me with zero self-esteem and affected my overall behaviour. I never mingled with anyone freely.
That is until I met Raju at a wedding. He was our family friend and we went to the same college. We began to meet casually, and it started with exchanging class notes and stuff. Slowly, we discovered that we had common interests and we bantered about food and travelling. We became really close like that.
There were no mobile phones back then, so I had to wait especially restlessly for his calls. He was the first person who I could call my best friend.
One day, he proposed to me and I accepted. I was 21 years old then, and we had dated for 4 years. Raju decided to tell his mother about us, but she was dead against this alliance. Her biggest problem with me, to nobody's surprise, was my complexion.
Raju tried his best to convince her but she wouldn't budge. The breakup was futile and painful. I cried a river and I even tried to commit suicide. But my mother rescued me from the place I had gone to fail at death.
I finished my higher studies and at the age of 23, I had already faced too many rejections from potential grooms. Finally, I was married off to a man named Sudheer.
My husband was working in Mumbai and I moved there to be with him. I had a good married life with him and had a daughter called Ammu. But I still curse the day I met Raju.
One day, I saw Raju at the market. He asked me about my husband and baby. I also asked him how his life was, and he said that it was simply going on.
Somehow, Raju got hold of my phone number and called me up. He said that he still missed me. But I told him firmly that my love was only for Sudheer and I was living a happy life. I hung up before he could say anything else.
After this incident, Sudheer came home earlier than usual one day and started abusing me. He had found out that I was in a relationship with Raju before our marriage and was furious about it. He had thought that I was an innocent girl and he was feeling betrayed that I had someone in my life before him. My mother-in-law was also there and she was extremely upset by the whole thing.
My parents tried to intervene and convince him, but it was of no use. I begged him to at least think about our daughter before he took any rash decisions. But in the end, he divorced me and took my baby away with him.
At this point, Raju returned to my life and asked my family if he could marry me. He was also divorced by then. I hated him and I wanted him to leave me alone. Because of him, my whole life was ruined. My mother, on the other hand, was forcing me to marry him because "Who else will marry a divorcee? You've already brought a bad name to this family! You have four more sisters and you should be thinking about how this affects them too."
I was forced to marry Raju. I was furious and I refused to show him any love. But this made him monstrously angry. Every night, he tied my arms and legs to the bed and rape me. Within one month of getting married, I was pregnant again. I gave birth to a baby boy.
I was terrified of Raju. He was snatching away love from me. He had lots of land and property, so he never went to work and stayed with me all the time. He would be caring sometimes, but it would go completely in the opposite direction soon, with him abusing me mentally and physically.
He put FIVE CHILDREN in my womb. My third pregnancy ended in a C-section, and I was pregnant again within the year. The doctor scolded Raju and me. I was completely at a loss and fed up.
When I got pregnant for the sixth time, I purposely fell from the stairs. I was bleeding but I didn't tell anybody. By night-time, the pain became unbearable. The doctors finally removed my uterus. I know it was the wrong way to do it, but for me, it was the ONLY way to do it.
I spent 18 years suffering from his taunts and abuses. And finally, Raju died of a heart attack. My five children love me very much and it's the only relief I have. But I always think of my daughter who was taken away from me. I told my eldest son Vishal about her and he found out for me that she is now a doctor.
I think my Ammu is very happy now, so I don't want to meet her and ruin it for her. All my other children are very good at studies. Vishal now has a big job in Singapore. Unlike me, my children are all brave and confident. I will never force them to get married against their wishes.
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Holly Kalkin Weddings started from a love of planning her own wedding. She enjoyed every aspect of the planning process and knew it was something she would do in the future. Holly's background before wedding planning was working for a book publisher and planning and executing large scale author book signings for celebrity and high profile authors. But life changed and she then took on a new job which came with the title "Mom". She decided to leave her company and stay at home with her children. That's when her dream of wedding planning became a reality. A friend who knew how much she loved planning her wedding (and any party!) asked her to be her wedding coordinator. From that point on, Holly began her small business by word of mouth. She quickly realized she needed a team to handle the inquiries so she slowly put together a group of women who share her passion.
"I love my team and I am so proud of them. They love their brides and treat each wedding with the same level of dedication, passion and personalization that I do. You'll love them too!" – Holly
When her children got a little older, she began to grow her business to what it is today. We are proud that a 'stay at home mommy side gig' has turned into such a thriving and exciting business. We are passionate about moms finding balance in their lives, while doing something they love. Our team is committed to ensuring your day is perfect from start to finish.
Holly Kalkin | Owner & Lead Wedding Coordinator: San Diego & Phoenix
When I started planning my own wedding back in 2008, I knew it was something I loved to do and felt passionate about. After quitting my job to be a stay at home mom with my first child, I soon realized that I wanted to find a small side job to balance the demands of motherhood. A friend then asked me if I would coordinate her wedding. I immediately said yes and from there a small business was born. It has now grown into so much more than a small side job but now to a bigger & growing business. I love assisting couples with one of the best days of their lives and I love working with my team of coordinators to execute their vision. My team and I have a strong attention to detail, great vendor relationships, strong organizational skills, creativeness and lots of patience! We love what we do. My background before wedding planning is traveling the country coordinating author book signings for celebrities and other high profile authors and then moving on to being a book buyer for a large publisher & distributor. When I'm not working with a special bride and groom, my time is devoted to my two young children who are heavily involved in sports and other activities. When I get a moment to myself, I love paddle boarding on the bay or going to dinner with girlfriends. I sincerely hope I have the opportunity to work with you on your special day! I love assisting couples on the first day of the rest of their lives. Let's get started!
Kimmy Leighton | Administrative and Social Media Manager
My first taste of the wedding industry began when I planned my own wedding in 2007. Shortly after our wedding, my husband and I started our own photo booth business within the event industry. With over 11 years of experience in this industry, I know the ins and outs of how events run. Thus the realization that I could be helpful to Holly Kalkin Weddings. Many years of friendship with Holly led to weekly runs, which included weekly hashing out of our business ideas and has evolved into working together. Running my own business has provided me with a great deal of experience administratively. I have been running HKW's social media platforms for 2 years now and am excited to continue to do so. I love working with the amazing and talented group of women at Holly Kalkin Weddings and look forward to contributing to the success of your wedding behind the scenes! When not working, I love to spend time hiking or biking with my husband and our two children.
Rebecca Podmenik | Wedding Coordinator: San Diego
In 2005 I planned my own beautiful Coronado wedding and enjoyed every minute of it! I have over 10 years of experience in event planning. I have worked everything from corporate events to charity fundraisers throughout San Diego to Los Angeles. My prior experience of leading a team to create a fantastic and flawless event is something I really enjoy to do and love having the opportunity to work with Holly Kalkin Weddings to help brides with their most special day.My strong organization skills to work under pressure allows my clients to relax and enjoy their event. At the end of the day there's a tremendous feeling of joy and accomplishment knowing that I have assisted in creating exactly what our couples want! Prior to entering the wedding industry, I worked in corporate America and have obtained my masters degree in human resource management. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time my husband and chasing my three beautiful daughters!
Kristen Witek | Wedding Coordinator: San Diego
Kristen fell in love with wedding coordination after planning her own wedding in 2016. She began coordinating for her close friends and family until she began her career with Holly Kalkin Weddings. She received her master's in counseling psychology and became a licensed marriage and family therapist in 2015. She has worked for many different social service agencies over the last 15 years, which have taught her important skills that she uses in this position as a wedding coordinator. Working in such high-stress environments helped her master the skills of multi-tasking, time management, and problem solving. Kristen loves being part of making a bride's special day beautiful and goes out of her way to make sure that it is flawless. She truly cares about all her clients and loves what she does, which shines through with her positivity and dedication. Outside of work, she loves to spend her free time trying new restaurants and exploring the city. She loves to travel and learn about different cultures. She also likes to read, spend time in nature, practice yoga, and spend time with her family and cats!
Kriselle Crane | Wedding Coordinator: San Diego
Kriselle began her love for the wedding and special events industry in 2010 as a floral designer and has continued to fall in love with the beautiful process of 'Happily Ever After'. Energetic and passionate about the couples that she collaborates with, her tireless work ethic and attention to detail ensures all facets of the day are executed seamlessly. Kriselle is a highly skilled and innovative designer which allows the couple to rest as ease on this very important day. Partnering with Holly Kalkin Weddings as a Wedding Coordinator has been a pleasure. Outside of her working life, Kriselle loves spending time with her three children and two bull dogs.
Shayne Salvatore | Wedding Coordinator: San Diego
I have been a party planner at heart, since I was a little girl, planning my own birthday parties a year in advance, including a full party schedule. After graduating college, I got my first job as a conference sales manager, and that is when I began my corporate event planning career. A few years later I became another company's Sr. Events & Tradeshow Manager for 10 years, and coordinated themed events for up to 1,200 people! My favorite part was developing a creative theme, paying attention to all the fine details, and negotiating the best rates. I decided to leave corporate events, and start planning weddings. I felt couples who were getting married could appreciate my skills in budgeting, being detail oriented, developing creative themes, and plan a beautiful wedding that was special to them. Therefore, wedding planning became my passion! I have enjoyed coordinating weddings since 2007, both large and small with a wide range of budgets from the simple themes to more elaborate.
I enjoy spending time with my husband, going to the beach and watching our three boys playing their sports, where I am the cheerleader, and dad is the coach!
Barb Clifton | Lead Wedding Coordinator: Phoenix
In 2015 after planning my two daughters' weddings, I decided to take a detour from corporate, private client banking to explore the world of wedding planning. I discovered that it was one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. I am thrilled to get to do what I love every single day! The weddings I plan are filled with hints of your personality as a couple and unique, thoughtful details. I believe that no two couples are alike, so no two weddings should be either! With a focus on client service, I aim to provide personalized attention throughout the whole planning process and make sure everything is executed flawlessly. I have an uncompromising attention to detail that is essential. I so believe in love and romance! A wedding is such a personal and emotion celebration. It is a privilege to be a part of this important day and I look forward to helping you create a truly memorable event. When I'm not working with a special couple, my time is devoted to my husband Loren, family, and our labradoodle, Daisy and miniature schnauzer, Daphne.
Jordy Clifton-Harper | Wedding Coordinator: Phoenix
I received a degree in Journalism from the University of Arizona in 2014. While a student, I worked for Arizona Athletics as a Sports Information Director where I learned many skills in communication, organization and working under pressure situations with various athletic teams. I find that I thrive in the world of working under pressure. Shortly after graduation, I took an interest in working as a preschool teacher, where I was challenged to teach the future generation basic life skills that will help them carry on to be healthy, successful adults. After helping plan my own wedding in 2016, I learned there are various details and certain organizational skills one needs to possess to be in the wedding industry. After educating myself on all things wedding, I was hooked. I love being a part of couples' biggest and happiest days of their lives. I am not afraid of a challenge, welcome couples with open arms and truly love what I do! I enjoy working with each couples' specific needs and desires and am happy to do so to ensure your day is just as you dreamed it would be. In my free time I enjoy going to Disneyland with my husband and spending quality time with our two cats, Sherlock and Julius.


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Supreme Court Turns Back the Clock on Prior Art in the U.S.
On January 22, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Helsinn v. Teva,[1] holding that non-public or confidential sales of inventions that are "ready to be patented" continue to qualify as prior art despite the changes that were made to §102 by the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA).
Prior to the AIA, 35 U.S.C. §102 defined the "on sale bar" as follows:
A person shall be entitled to a patent unless … (b) the invention was patented or described in a printed publication in this or a foreign country or in public use or on sale in this country, more than one year prior to the date of the application for patent in the United States … (emphasis added).
In connection with the change from the "first to invent" system to the "first inventor to file" system in the United States, the AIA changed the prior art definition in §102 as follows (underlining indicates additions; strike-through deletions):
A person shall be entitled to a patent unless … the claimed invention was patented, or described in a printed publication, in this or a foreign country or in public use, or on sale in this country, or otherwise available to the public before the effective filing date of the claimed invention more than one year prior to the date of the application for patent in the United States….
The removal of references to "foreign country," "this country," and "the United States" reflected an objective of the AIA to remove national boundaries from the definition of prior art. The change from "more than one year prior to the date of the application" to "before the effective filing date of the claimed invention" reflected an objective to tie prior art to the effective filing date – wherever that might be – rather than to filing in the U.S.[2] Thus, the meaning of these changes is well-understood. However, the meaning of the phrase "or otherwise available to the public" has caused considerable debate.
On one hand, "or otherwise available to the public" could be a fifth category of disclosures that would create prior art. Under this construction, which I will call "Construction 1," there would be five distinct categories (patents, publications, public use, on sale, and available to the public (by some other means)) and each of these categories would be modified by the ending language: "before the effective filing date of the claimed invention." A clearer rewording of §102 to comport with this construction might be (showing the author's edits):
A person shall be entitled to a patent unless … the claimed invention was, before the effective filing date of the claimed invention: 1) patented;, 2) described in a printed publication;, or 3) in public use;, 4) on sale;, or 5) otherwise available to the public before the effective filing date of the claimed invention ….
On the other hand, the phrase "or otherwise available to the public" could also be read as modifying all of the prior four categories due to the use of the word "otherwise."[3] Under this theoretical construction (which I will call Construction 2), §102 might be reworded as follows (showing the author's edits):
A person shall be entitled to a patent unless … the claimed invention was made available to the public by being patented, described in a printed publication, or in public use, on sale, or by some other means otherwise available to the public before the effective filing date of the claimed invention ….
Patents, printed publications, and public use are, by their very nature, available to the public. A sale, however, can be public, private, or something in-between. For example, a "sale" could be a public sale where the claimed invention is open to the public for all to see, a public sale where the claimed invention is sold but, due to its nature, is not known or visible to the public, a sale the existence of which is known to the public but the details – including the details of the claimed invention – are subject to a confidentiality agreement, or a completely confidential, private sale. Construction 2 would require that, for a sale to be prior art, it would have to make the claimed invention available to the public. Construction 1 would not modify "on sale" by "available to the public" and thus would preserve the possibility that non-public sales could be prior art. This is precisely the issue considered by the Supreme Court in Helsinn.
To fully understand the implications of this seemingly semantic discussion, it is necessary to go back 20 years to the Supreme Court's decision in Pfaff v. Wells Electronics ("Pfaff").[4] In that case, Mr. Pfaff had been asked by Texas Instruments to develop a new computer chip socket. He began work in November of 1980, and sent detailed engineering drawings to a manufacturer in February or March of 1981. Also in March of 1981 he showed a concept sketch to Texas Instruments, resulting in a written confirmation of a purchase order for 30,100 of his new sockets on April 8, 1981. The manufacturer then proceeded to make the sockets, and filled the order in July, 1981. Mr. Pfaff filed for a patent on April 19, 1982. Under the then-existing law (pre-AIA §102), if the invention was "on sale" more than one year prior to the filed date the patent would be invalid.
The Supreme Court found that Mr. Pfaff's invention was indeed "on sale" prior to April 19, 1981, despite the fact that it had not been "reduced to practice" (built) by that time and despite the fact that delivery on the contract occurred after the critical date. The Court established a two-prong test to determine when the on-sale bar applies:
- The product must be the subject of a commercial offer for sale; and
- The invention must be ready for patenting.
In this case, the Court found that Mr. Pfaff's acceptance of the purchase order in March of 1981 established that this was a commercial sale and further found that the manufacturing drawings sent in March of 1981 were sufficiently detailed to show the invention was "ready for patenting" at that time.
The Pfaff test can create significant difficulty for parties involved in development contracts because it is not always clear at what point in time an invention under development is "ready for patenting." And, of course, none of Mr. Pfaff's activity was "public."
The Helsinn case arises on facts similar to those of Pfaff. Helsinn, while developing the drug ALOXI® (used to treat side-effects of chemotherapy), had entered into a license and distribution agreement with another pharmaceutical company (MGI Pharma) under which MGI Pharma agreed to distribute the drug in the future if it was approved by the FDA. The existence of the agreement was made public, but the details of the drug and dosage information were not. In addition, MGI Pharma was required by the terms of the agreement to keep these details confidential. Helsinn filed for a patent in January, 2003, nearly two years after entering into the agreement. A later patent application was filed in 2013 claiming priority to the January, 2003, filing and thus was covered by the post-AIA version of §102.
Helsinn sued Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd. and Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. (collectively "Teva") for patent infringement. Teva countered with the argument that Helsinn's claims (specifically, the claims to a 0.25mg dose) were on sale more than one year before the filing date of the patent. The District Court, applying the post-AIA version of §102, found that the "on sale" provision did not apply because the public disclosure the agreements did not disclose the 0.25mg dose. The Federal Circuit reversed, holding that the claimed invention was "on sale" regardless of whether the details were publicly disclosed. For a full analysis of the Federal Circuit decision, see our earlier article here:
The Federal Circuit's decision was relatively narrow because it was based in part on the fact that the existence of the sale – albeit not all the details of the invention – was made public. The Supreme Court went further, finding by unanimous decision that "secret" commercial sales can place an invention "on sale" under the AIA. Specifically, the Court found the "or otherwise available to the public" language does not modify "on sale" and thus held the pre-AIA case law (including Pfaff) is still applicable to §102 as amended by the AIA:
More than 20 years ago, this Court determined that an invention was "on sale" within the meaning of an earlier version of §102(a) when it was "the subject of a commercial offer for sale" and "ready for patenting." Pfaff v. Wells Electronics, Inc., 525 U. S. 55, 67 (1998). We did not further require that the sale make the details of the invention available to the public. In light of this earlier construction, we determine that the reenactment of the phrase "on sale" in the AIA did not alter this meaning. Accordingly, a commercial sale to a third party who is required to keep the invention confidential may place the invention "on sale" under the AIA.
While the Supreme Court found the Pfaff test to remain applicable despite the AIA changes to §102, and further clarified that making the details public is not a requirement for an invention to be "on sale," the facts of the case did not result in the Court addressing the effect of the deletion of "in this country" from the on sale provision of §102. Indeed, in the post-AIA version of §102, "on sale" is no longer geographically limited. Thus, this decision has the potential for profound impact on what sorts of acts anywhere in the world may give rise to an on-sale bar to issuance of a U.S. patent.
[1] Helsinn Healthcare S.A. v. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., 586 U.S. ___ (2019), viewable athttps://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/18pdf/17-1229_2co3.pdf .
[2] The one year grace period for the inventor's own disclosures is now found in the "exceptions" to prior art 35 U.S.C. §102 (b)(1).
[3] "Otherwise" inherently implies a relation to something else and can be defined as "in a different way or manner," "in different circumstances," or "in other respects." Merriam-Webster online dictionary https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/otherwise accessed February 2, 2019.
[4] Pfaff v. Wells Electronics, Inc., 525 U.S. 55, 67-68 (1998), viewable at http://cdn.loc.gov/service/ll/usrep/usrep525/usrep525055/usrep525055.pdf.


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I love the headboard Jessy! I was actually thinking of doing something like that for my bed since it it missing some decorations :)
Have you seen this beautiful piece of artwork made from floppy disk?
"Choose To Reuse" Contest Awarding Free HP Laptop & Printer Answered
If you like turning trash into treasure, then you're probably going to love Greenwala's new crafty contest.
The green social network is complementing its other green-themed contests with their latest and greatest one, which asks participants to photograph an original repurposed design of their own creation.
Some examples of other contestants' creations include:
1) vinyl record garden planters
2) shower curtain turned into wearable "hoodie"
3) vinyl records stitched into a pocketbook
Take a look at the rest of the entries here and then gear yourself up to submit your own cool, repurposed design -- http://www.greenwala.com/greenwala_contests
The most creative reuse will win a new HP Mini 110 XP Notebook and a Deskjet D2660 printer! Good luck and have fun!!
I love the headboard Jessy! I was actually thinking of doing something like that for my bed since it it missing some decorations :)
I did see that, and I'm really tempted to try it.
Cool contest! I see this must be the place to put my shameless plug. Ahem...
I entered my book headboard, you guys should take a look-see. :)
Awesome -- I just saw what you entered Jessy! I've never seen anything like it before, and I mean that in the best way possible. After seeing what you entered, I'm going to have to re-evaluate my strategy. I don't think I have a chance in Hades of winning now that you're in the race, so I decided that the least I can do is vote for you. :)
I'll see what I can scrounge from the recycling depot!
Check out this new Greenwala contest entry -- a hand-tiled sink turned bird bath submitted by Tish Busking.
Nice job!!


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With a strong and loyal underground following, ANDALÉ is no stranger to the industry. A Christian Hip-Hop artist since 2001, ANDALÉ has recorded 3 independently successful albums (I'm Not Worthy, Trial By Fire, White Flag) and two critically acclaimed mixtapes (Voice of Reason 1 and 2). He's also shared platforms with heavy-hitters such as Kirk Franklin, Da T.r.u.t.h, J-Moss, Canton Jones and Mr. Del. He has had the privilege of recording with Grammy nominated producers Incorporated Elements (Grits) and Kelvin Wooten (Anthony Hamilton, and Talib Kweli, Nappy Roots Mary J. Blige, Outkast, Yolanda Adams, Mary Mary, Donnie McClurkin).
2013 marks the year that ANDALÉ will step out from behind the shadows and become firmly planted into the consciousness of the music industry at large. With a new passion, a new sound, and new management, ANDALÉ is poised to take his message and his ministry to a new level. The appropriately titled "Higher" is the first single from his highly anticipated, game-changing project SMOKE & MIRRORS slated for a fall 2013 release. "Higher" is a universal call to all people that it is time to reach beyond mediocrity, beyond superficiality, beyond mistakes of the past, and move to a higher level of holiness, strength, and success through the power of God. "Higher" will be available on iTunes July 23.
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August 19, 2020
The potato industry in Ulanqab, dubbed the 'potato city' of China, has become one of the main industries to help farmers shake off poverty.
July 27, 2020
Después de un gran esfuerzo administrativo llevado a cabo durante el confinamiento, el sector productor de la patata de Castilla y León ha conseguido crear la Interprofesional de la patata, tras reunir los apoyos necesarios superando el 51% de la superficie regional.
April 16, 2020
16 July 2020 и 28-29 September 2020 'Potato industry 2020" will be held at FSBSI 'Russian research Institute of potato farming named after A. G. Lorch' and IEC 'Expocentre',pav.7.
April 08, 2020
The utilization of U.S. grown potatoes increased by 3.3% in volume in 2019 compared to 2018, an increase of 1,183 million pounds.
April 06, 2020
COVID-19-related restaurant closures lead to 'curtailment' of french fry production. Cavendish Farms has advised the P.E.I. potato producers under contract to supply the company with spuds to 'sell to other markets if they can'.
April 01, 2020
Potatoes USA, the marketing and promotion board for the U.S. potato industry, elected its new leadership during its 48th Annual Meeting on March 11. The newly elected Chairman and Executive Committee will lead the 99 board members through 2020-2021.
Yield10 Bioscience Signs Research Agreement with J. R. Simplot to Evaluate New Traits to Produce High Yielding, Sustainable Potato Crop
November 01, 2019
Yield10 Bioscience, Inc. announced that it has signed a research agreement with Boise, Idaho-based J. R. Simplot Company, to evaluate three novel yield traits in potato.
Breeding Company Kooi: 'In order to increase a possible success, we focus mainly on the early segment.'
October 29, 2019
Rindert Dankert, Breeding Company Kooi, Leeuwarden: 'In order to increase a possible success, we focus mainly on the early segment.'
October 29, 2019
Jeroen Kuin, Agroplant, Medemblik: 'No customer wants to depend on only one or two varieties for processing.'
Norika/Binst: 'For every interesting potato variety that performs better than what we already have, there's a chance in the market.'
October 29, 2019
Tigran Richter, Norika/Binst, Sanitz (D): 'For every interesting potato variety that performs better than what we already have, there's a chance in the market.'


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Opening Ceremonies
Monday, June 17th -- 7:45 p.m.
It's 5 o'clock in the evening, getting ready to leave for the Opening Ceremony.
And we're off!
8:30 p.m. -- there were 19 countries represented at the Opening Ceremony, Burnei not being able to make it at the last minute. The Philippines got a big kick out of popping the balloons that festooned the tables. Whether by accident or not, I'm not really sure. But once the first one went, there were a lot more of them.
Just a couple of remarks by a representative of Bowls Australia and World Bowls, all the countries announced, and that was it.
We ate dinner in the same area of downtown Broadbeach on our way back to our home away from home. No gelato, though. Time to hit the sack and dream about winning gold.
(Early morning update: it's 5 o'clock, Tuesday, June 18th. The birds are beginning to chirp, my coffee is in front of me, the house is so quiet, and I'm sitting here in front of this little Acer mini-laptop and I'm smiling. It's finally here -- the first day of the matches. Eager to bowl, determined to win, ready for whatever happens. It's all good.)
And now for Alex's take on the day:
Stay focused.
6/18/2019 10:20:11 am
All of us in San Diego are watching and waiting to hear more about your games and wishing you and Team USA the very best. Most importantly, HAVE FUN!
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As of January 1, 2020, Radionomy will migrate towards the Shoutcast platform. This evolution is part of the Group's wish to offer all digital radio producers new professional-quality tools to better meet their needs.
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The Spirit of Soundtracks ! CINEMIX plays a regularly updated selection of movie soundtracks, mostly orchestral since 2003. Our radio channel features world renowned artists and themes but also some beautiful new pieces that you can listen to peacefully wherever you are. An eclectic selection of soundtracks from USA, Europe, Asia and other galaxies... that will surprise you and help you to appreciate our favorites.


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- City population:1,042,285
- City/Urban area:268,05
- Population Density:More than 500 inhabitants per km²
- GDP – city:More than USD 25,000
- GDP - country:USD$ 28,338
- Average number of years of schooling:12
Goyang, Republic of Korea
Building a home of lifelong learning for one million citizens
Home to more than one million citizens, Goyang is located just 20 minutes north of Seoul by train.
Vision and Motivation
Goyang joined the UNESCO GNLC in 2016 to provide a better quality of educational opportunities for its citizens. Goyang envisages a city in which lifelong learning opportunities that relate to work, family life, leisure and public events are available to every citizen.
Challenges and Goals
Goyang already has a solid ground for developing as a learning city, but faces some challenges in promoting a widespread culture of learning throughout the city.
Goyang will use the opportunity of developing a learning city to enhance individual empowerment and social cohesion and to further promote economic development, cultural prosperity and sustainability.
Plan and Implementation
The city of Goyang has a detailed plan for implementing lifelong learning that includes the following aspects:
- Enhancing infrastructure for lifelong learning systems: the city will support the construction of learning communities, community education clubs and a citizen's community university.
- Expanding access to lifelong learning: the city will expand access continuously by building libraries, community centers and education institutions.
- Engaging citizens: the city places a great deal of importance on engaging individuals to plan and implement their lifelong learning activities.
- Increasing the budget for education: the city has increased its total budget for lifelong learning initiatives by more than 5 per cent.
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Tips To Save On Your Heating Bills This Winter
Now that you've spent your savings on the holiday or a winter trip to an island in the sun, you're probably looking for ways to save money on your heating bills this winter. These tips will help you reduce your energy consumption and improve the efficiency of your home so you can reduce your heating bills in the coming months.
Bring Your Insulation Up to Code
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Install Programmable Thermostat
Programmable thermostats prevent you from heating your home more than is necessary. For example, if you prefer that your home stay a slightly colder temperature throughout the day while you're at work, install a programmable thermostat that will turn down the temperature in your house during daylight hours and then turn back up the temperature when you come home for the evening.
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text: Boyden Hingston-Muir 29 Report post Posted April 27, 2017 Ardent Leisure eyes Dreamworld sale - The Australian Ardent Leisure is believed to be considering a sale of its Australian theme park Dreamworld, with the asset said to be in the crosshairs of a Chinese suitor. It comes after the company was believed to have set its sights on rival Village Roadshow as a takeover target. This was before a fatal tragedy at Dreamworld last year that caused its share price to fall and visitor numbers to the Gold Coast theme park to plummet. Songcheng, which owns land on the Gold Coast, may be the party eyeing Dreamworld, given that it currently has plans a rival nearby theme park. Discussions have also previously been held with China's Wanda, which owns entertainment assets globally about buying Dreamworld, but the talks later went cold. Plans are currently thought to be afoot to break up the company that also owns entertainment and bowling centres in the United States. Ardent Leisure — soon to be renamed Main Event — was earlier thought to be in play after property investor Ariadne, backed by corporate radar Gary Weiss, bought at least 5 per cent of the business. It comes this week as chief executive Deborah Thomas was replaced by former Nine chief financial officer Simon Kelly. Mr Kelly declined to comment. Shares in Ardent closed down 1c to $2.03. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites