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I recently had the great pleasure of watching MONSTERS. I enjoyed the movie on many levels, including that it is just good fun. But what I really loved was how well micro-budget production techniques enabled good story telling. In my raving about this, Jonathan Stromberg responded and pointed me to his far better articulated post on the same subject. What follows is his first two paragraphs in CineSpect , but check out the whole post here.
The following review is partially adapted from a workshop I gave to film students at the State University of New York at Purchase College on 6 October 2010.
"Monsters", the debut feature of writer/director Gareth Edwards, is, from the point of view of a spectator, an imperfect film. It is, however, from the point of view of a filmmaker, one of the most exciting releases I've seen this year. Edwards's production reads like a map for young filmmakers, marking pitfalls with his struggles and showing a way forward with his successes. "Monsters" is one of the clearest case studies yet for the challenges—and advantages—of micro-budget filmmaking.
The ostensible auteur Edwards approached his first feature from his background in visual effects and documentary television. In some ways, this spelled destiny for the production style of "Monsters." The narrative is basically theatrical, but the shooting style is strongly influenced by the production necessities of non-fiction television. For example, the film has no script per se. Edwards shot using scene outlines and necessary plot points but allowed his cast, Whitney Able and Scoot McNairy, to improvise freely within the scene. The apparent production doctrine was for Edwards, also the cinematographer, to shoot the scene multiple times from different angles to get broad coverage of every beat. The film in this way develops a signature somewhat different from more traditional narrative constructions. Edwards foregoes the "establishing wide then punch in for medium shots and close ups" archetype for something that ends up more like a multi-camera shoot. The angles in any particular scene are more varied, but also less predictable. In documentary television we—I work in non-fiction television as well—often shoot this way. In this way, a decision regarding the mode of production has significant impact on the film's aesthetic, for better or worse, in a way that contrasts it to traditional productions.

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Double room - Single use in Victoria Park, McCullum Road, E3
About The Room
This Flat is located between Bethnal Green and Mile End and therefore is a very convenient location. The property is close to local hotspots such as Victoria park, Romand Road market, mile End Park. There are a variety of shops, restaurants, bars and takeaways, making this location extremely desirable. The area is surrounding by supermarkets, gyms, libraries, etc. The flat has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and separate toilet.
This is a modern double room single use, well-presented totally furnished.
* Nice double room for one person only.
* This property is to be shared by maximum 5 people.
* Fully fitted Kitchen, 1 common bathroom.
* All bills inclusive - council tax, water, electricity & gas (subject to usage)
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* Free cleaning service
* 24/7 Maintenance & emergency Line
* Near station (bus, tube)-few mins away from station
* Nice and friendly roommates
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Prospect Elementary School NC Report Card
Dear Parents and Friends,
Thank you for taking time to visit this site to learn about our school! At Prospect Elementary, we believe that every child can learn. While test scores are just one way that measures accountability, there are many other factors that characterize a quality school. This information is located in one place, on the North Carolina School Report Card.
This report card includes information about school and student performance, class sizes, attendance, school safety, instructional resources, and teacher quality. North Carolina School Report Card data will be available for each school, for each school district, and for the state's education system as a whole. Our school's full Report Card can be found on the NC School Report Cards' website at http://www.ncreportcards.org.
The numbers only tell part of the story. Our school became a Leader in Me school at the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year. Our teachers are involved in professional development and planning sessions throughout the year to help develop their craft because we believe that we must grow as educators in order to help our students grow academically and become leaders. Prospect embraces developing leadership skills in students by providing them with leadership opportunities throughout the year, whether it is through a school club or classroom job. Over the past few years, our school has also received numerous facility renovations/updates, each 3rd – 5th grade student has access to a Chromebook, and our K-2 students have access to IPADs.
Parent and community involvement is vital for our school's success. We are appreciative of our dedicated parent groups and incredibly supportive community. We have frequent parent volunteers that assist faculty and staff in and out of the classrooms daily. Our parents and teachers work collaboratively to brainstorm incentives for students who are rewarded through our school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports system (PBIS). PBIS helps us stay focused on the positive attributes of our students and allows for them to serve as role models and be rewarded in front of their peers for their hard work.
Prospect Elementary is very proud of the PTO involvement and the strong support and assistance from our volunteers. We encourage parents and community members to be involved and support our students as they develop into young adults. There are several great ways to find out what's happening at Prospect Elementary. We have a PTO newsletter that is sent home monthly, our school website is updated with information and parents can also join our Prospect Elementary Facebook page for updates and event postings.
Please contact the school if you have any questions and thank you for your continued support.
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We're excited to announce our first open house on May 19th, 2018 from 10 AM- 5 PM. We will be having a spring colors photography shoot at Arcola Mills. The event's focus is bringing together and showcasing the work of local photographers with Pictures of Stillwater and Tamarack Gallery and Picture Framing. The photography shoot will be from 10am-2pm.
From 3pm -5pm , we will be having a poetry meet and greet. Take in readings from poets with the local chapter of League of Minnesota Poets. Visitors can network, connect, and hear readings from poets all while being immersed in the ambiance and setting of Arcola Mills.
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About Benchmark
Benchmark is an early stage venture capital firm focusing in Social, Mobile, Local and Cloud companies that disrupt various industries. Founded in 1995, the firm has offices in Menlo Park and San Francisco, California.
The firm has been recognized for its commitment to open source and is noted for creating the first equal ownership and compensation structure for its partners. General partners are Matt Cohler, Bruce Dunlevie, Peter Fenton, Bill Gurley, Kevin Harvey, and Mitch Lasky.
Since its founding in 1995, Benchmark has invested in more than 250 early stage startups with a market value exceeding $100 billion. Investments have included eBay, Juniper Networks, MySQL, OpenTable, Yelp, Inc., Zillow, Friendster, JAMDAT, Instagram, Hortonworks, Dropbox, Uber, Twitter, Zipcar, Asana, Quora, Gaikai, Demandforce and DOMO.
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This is the treasure cove for past Sunday worship experiences at Freedom Life. Catch up on the current series, or dig a little deeper to find messages from weeks and months prior.
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As of April 2015, eBay has several listings for different types of Sally Foster gift wrap. The official Sally Foster Gift Wrap Fundraising program has been discontinued, so customers can only purchase the wrapping paper from third-party vendors, when available.
The gift wrap fundraiser was replaced by the Sally Foster Classic Recipes Cookie Dough program. The program is executed by Entertainment Fundraising. Nonprofit organizations can receive free information about participating in the cookie fundraiser programs by contacting the company via its website.
Over the last 50 years, Entertainment Fundraising has helped organizations collect more than $2.5 billion from various fundraisers. The company also offers printed coupon books and memberships to digital-savings programs.


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The Oxford English Dictionary defines the word cryptid as "An animal whose existence or survival is disputed or unsubstantiated, such as the yeti." For the following witnesses to living cryptids, there is no dispute. In this series of National Cryptid Society's case files, you will read what the witnesses have experienced in their own words.
Keep an open mind when reading these accounts, and also remember one's perception and memory of an event can be influenced by the emotions felt at the time of the occurrence. The contributors to this series of articles are doing the best they can to recount what are in some cases very shocking and traumatic experiences.
If you have a personal cryptid sighting story you would like to tell us, our contact information is at the bottom of this article.
NCS Case File #27: Bigfoot sighted in Pinecrest Campground near Strawberry, California
Submitted by John
Location: Pinecrest Campground near Strawberry, CA
"About four to five years ago my step-daughter and I went camping in Pinecrest camp ground near strawberry California. [We] saw 16 inch foot prints and 4-5 feet apart and 1/4 – 1/2 inch deep it had sprinkled rain [ and the ground had softened] the day before that's why foot print was deep.
We hiked for about an hour from the camp ground and on the other side of the pond was what looked like a part-man part-gorilla standing between two pine trees. He had one arm extended high on one tree and other arm on another tree and was looking right at me. I asked my step-daughter to give me binoculars and she said "for what?" I did not tell her why.
As I focused on Bigfoot he took off to his right. I did not tell her of Bigfoot because I did not want to scare her, end of story."
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DataDivider is a software as a service (SaaS) suite of applications that allow organizations who store, process or transmit cardholder information to de-scope internal functions and securely contain personal data within a hosted portal. DataDivider sits between the consumer, the merchant system and the payment gateway enabling PCI-compliance by ensuring that cardholder data cannot enter an organization's corporate network. This solution can enable merchants to reduce or eliminate their PCI footprint with virtually no impact on existing systems and processes.
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Grades K-2
What happens when a master musician meets a hapless fool – in ONE person? The answer is Half Note, the alter-ego of award-winning pianist/composer Daniel Kelly.
In this 40-minute solo performance, Daniel brings the audience on an entertaining romp into his musical world - blending jazz, classical and pop music with physical comedy, musical storytelling and outrageous keyboard sounds.
In the first part of the program, Daniel presents a musical-storytelling of the Ukrainian folktale, The Mitten, in which a boy loses a mitten in the woods and a series of animals squeeze into it, each one larger than the last. In Daniel's musical version, each animal has a musical theme that layers on top of one another - building up into a symphonic bang!
A classically trained pianist-turned jazz musician, Daniel also presents an enlightening and joyful ride through the history of history of jazz music - from Scott Joplin to Duke Ellington and Miles Davis to hip-hop.
Finally, Daniel uses technology (looping pedals and effects) to build a modern piece of music layer by layer, illustrating the elements of rhythm, harmony and melody. Members of the audience will have the opportunity to create loops and grooves at the microphone.
A fan of Charlie Chaplin and Victor Borge, Daniel ties the program together with hilarious physical comedy gags that will delight audiences of all ages.


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Stone carving featuring architect William Ward Watkin, Chemistry Lab, Rice University
Stone carving on a column that is located in Keck Hall at Rice Institute and depicts William Ward Watkin. Original resource is a color 35 mm slide.
This slide is a part of the "A Walking Tour of Rice University" slide presentation by James C. Morehead, Jr. The original glass plate negatives were given to Morehead by Rice's first Supervising Architect, William Ward Watkin, for use in Morehead's construction class. The glass slides show the construction of several buildings at Rice, including Lovett Hall, the Physics Building, the Mechanical Laboratory, Power House, the Chemistry Building, and the Football Stadium.
Places; William M. Rice Institute. Keck Hall; Watkin, William Ward, 1886-1952; Rice University--History
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Happy Friday, you guyyys. Fun weekend plans? I will mostly be working on design projects, tackling errands/to-dos, making important lists, and cleaning/organizing the apartment after last weekend's Mickey misfortune. We started yesterday with a late-night cleaning spree in the kitchen. Yup, we're taking back our home one spray of Lysol at a time. I'm also looking forward to bootcamp, continuing Gone Girl (so good!), church, catching up with a girlfriend, & the Oscars!
p to the s :: some link love for your day ~
8 new punctuation marks we desperately need.
listen to this Pitch Perfect mix. 100% guaranteed to brighten your day.
do you wear glasses? this brand looks cute.
there's a new Meatball Shop in Chelsea!
this made me laugh.
the definition of style per Rachel Zoe.
the trailer for MZ Wallace's portrait project.
i would have killed Patrick.
pretty gift wrap.
these tights would make for a fun transition into spring.
i wish i had an iPad just so i could use this.
Cathy, Jenny, Sally, & Rosy are such dolls.
an Oscar ballot & bingo game. (havin' a party? make this. then be sure & invite me.)
windows of New York illustration project.
loving this bag collection.
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It may look like USA manufacturing is indeed going off-shore, but we still have a lot of it here. "Built in the U.S.A." is still good thing to believe in.
Now a lot of people may believe that you can make more money with the click of a mouse, but it is in the making of products that creates the jobs and payrolls that help our families and our country
We recently finished and posted a short video that shows the skilled people in our facility making our "Survivor"TM brand of vacuum pumps. We have shown with field experience of over 350,000 hours they can last longer, require less maintenance, and pay back the initial investment many more times than cheaper alternatives.
At MHV we believe in doing the best possible job for our customers. Quality comes first and last with us. We've grown our inventory of parts that we manufacture so customers don't have to stand in the back of a line or wait for the next boat shipment to arrive. That's what our online "Parts Express" was built for. We've even reverse-engineered components no longer being made to keep customers running.
Here are some comments on "Made in the USA" from Ryan DeArment of Channellock Inc., a family owned manufacturer of excellent tools:
"Channellock TM started out as a small operation making hand-forged horseshoe and blacksmith
tools. George B. DeArment founded it back in 1886. We believe that American manufacturing is
the backbone of the U.S. economy. The best designed and crafted products in the world, like
Channellock TM pliers, come from the United States. American manufacturing employs workers and
supports families. Our founder believed that: "Dedication to excellence is the surest way to surmount
adversity and to prosper."We still do."
So whether it's replacement parts, or rebuilding your old pumps, MHV is dedicated to being your partner for the long haul. You can call for answers and speak to a helpful technical person locally, rather than in an overseas time zone. Isn't that much better?
We'll be at the Heat Treating and Gear Technology Meeting in Indianapolis in September. So come by and say hello.
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The 5 E's Part Five - Exit Examples
This is part of a series on the 5 E's of Customer Journey. Now for the (arguably) most overlooked element of service design, Exit:
After you make a purchase at Haigh's Chocolates, you get offered a choice of two free chocolate samples, as a parting gift.
It's a clever way to add a little treat, literally leaving a good taste in your mouth.
Free Trials are a popular Entice strategy, so it's interesting to see how companies handle early cancellations.
Some are punitive, and cut users off as soon as they unsubscribe.
Others are generous, and will let users continue to use the remainder of the trial period.
I like this approach, it gives the user more opportunity to fall in love with the service, increasing the probability of them re-subscribing down the road.
Some clothes stores will throw your stuff in the bag and push it towards you, others will delicately fold it, and carefully hand the bag to you by the straps.
This costs almost nothing, and it gives the impression that what you've bought is special.
Jetstar have this awful trick where they lure you in with a cheap price, which you then accept; purchase decision made.
In the process of completing the transaction, they then sting you for 5-6 other fees and expenses, most of them are opt-out, including my least favourite, a $17 fee for paying by card or PayPal.
I hate this, it sours the experience.
Emirates offer Business Class passengers a chauffeured car home from the airport, a great finishing touch to a long journey.
I enjoy paying at cafes after I've finished my coffee/meeting; you leave having said thank you to the staff.
Maybe it's just me, but it feels nicer than a model like Starbucks where you leave in anonymous silence.
Some self-aware businesses like hotels ask for a review the day after you leave.
This could be seen as a nuisance, but also an opportunity for the the business to improve.
At TDi, we have started sending out surveys immediately after sessions, to get a sense of what clients did and didn't enjoy.
Uber's exit process feels refreshingly easy, with payments made automatically.
It feels like getting out of your friend's car, rather than mucking around with printing receipts in a taxi.
While I'm at it, taxi's charging a fee for eftpos is rubbish - you should pay the amount shown on the meter.
Apple stores bring the checkout to you; staff members have a handheld payment machine that can be used anywhere in the shop.
They also offer free personal setup for your new device, where a team member assists help you with your new purchase.
Fast food restaurants are well known for their devious chair design - engineered to become uncomfortable after 10-15 minutes.
Once you finish your food, their aim is to get you to leave, freeing up the table for the next person.
Sites like eBay and Book Depository send receipts and confirmations straight after you make your purchase, then send periodic updates as to where in the world your order is.
It can feel strange spending money then not have your book show up for a few weeks, so these notifications help make the purchase feel "real".
After you've made a decision, car dealerships hit you up for a bunch of additional products and services right as you go to pay, such as extended warranties, insurances, upgraded wheels, etc. The difference between this and Jetstar is that these are optional, whereas some of Jetstar's "extras" are mandatory.
Up next, the lucrative Extend...
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5 myths about working with a designer
1. It's too expensive
Oh wow this is a biggie. How much should a creative/designer charge for their work? I know it is something that I have struggled to get my head around since starting up my business because I was never used to doing work that I loved. For some reason, I had no problem working for companies that charged really high prices for their professional services but as soon as it came down to valuing my work, I got seriously panicky. But when I really think about it, designers should be charging some of the highest prices because you can be sure that a lot of heart, time, effort and attention to detail has gone into your project. You are also paying for a highly personalised service and specialised talent. Sure, designers are amazing problem solvers, they have qualifications and invaluable theoretical knowledge but they also have that eye for detail - some things you just can't get out of a text book. If you're looking for a more affordable option than in-person design consultation, maybe you could check out virtual design services like the ones I offer here. Need more info? Read this post > [http://www.gorjodesigns.com/blog/what-is-a-virtual-style-mentor]
2. They won't get my vision
Professional designers, whether they are designing interiors, events or graphics all have one thing in common - they are great and asking the right questions, finding patterns in seemingly random collections and compiling relevant information. Your designer's job is to get inside your head and piece all your thoughts together in a meaningful way. My fact gathering process is a two step process combining and extensive (but fun) design questionnaire and a series of visuals collected from.. Well anywhere and everywhere!
3. It will take up too much of my time
Like any other professional, a designer is there to help you. They will do the heavy lifting. But, for a design to come out perfectly, the prep must be on point. So, it is really super duper important that you are clear on what you want before the design process commences. This will save tonnes of time in the long run and it will really really help your designer out. Basically, a little effort on your behalf will go a very long way.
4. They will only specify expensive/impractical things
A designer's job is to solve your problem, taking into consideration all restraints including budget. Therefore, you will likely receive a mix of recommendations (for furniture, finishes, decorations, paper etc) that will range from quite inexpensive to expensive. Taking a kitchen for example, if it is important for you to have really high quality benchtops then that's where your money will be best allocated but if it is more important for you to have a lot of great storage options then your designer will opt for a mid-range benchtop and high-end cabinetry fittings. It's all about having a balance between the beautiful and the practical.. And most of all it's about your individual preferences and values.
5. I can do it better myself
I've never had anyone say this to me (I either know a lot of intelligent or very polite people ;) ) but I do hear it bandied about online and tv a bit and I have to admit, it gets me a little flustered! Don't get me wrong, I have nothing against DIY. In fact, my virtual design services are actually tailored towards clients implementing my design concepts on their own.. But… there is a massive difference between 'DIY with help from a designer' and 'DIY, completely out in the cold, no help whatsoever'! A designer is there to provide you with the master plan. A plan he/she has come up with factoring in all of her design knowledge and years of experience. It is not something she's just whipped up after seeing some goof do it on late night tv. She knows the behind-the-scenes, she can foresee potential hurdles and she knows how to properly deal with these. A designer thinks of all those things that you never would have thought of. Trust her!


text: This week's run should be a real walk in the park. And it will be too, for anyone who wants to walk. For everyone else, it is what it is. After all, what goes up, must come down, AND vice versa. This week we'll be running A Tale of Two Parks which will take us on a sort of figure 8 through both Grant and Liberty Park. For the crazy five mile runners, it will also take you straight up Cowley Street! Oh Joy. Hope to see you all at 6. 3ish and 5ish mile routes as always, and also a detour for strollers.


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In Olivia Medical SPA we offer a number of rejuvenating procedures, which beautify the skin, improve well-being, relaxation and beautifying. We will take care for regaining firmness and shine of Your skin.
For everyone we create an individual schedule of procedures:
- Face treatments – humidifying and nutrition, procedures mitigating irritations and anti-ageing, lifting, face massages.
- Body procedures – with slimming, firming and modeling effect and relaxing body and mind.
- SPA for hair – humidifying and nutrition for hair, ozoning and ultrasounds for improving hair structure
- Care for hands and feet – will restore smoothness, softness and young appearance for your hands.
For the persons who wish to rest in two, we created a special package – Package for Two.
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Thomas Was Alone for iPhone
Stylish, minimalistic platform game starring a lonely rectangle
Thomas Was Alone is a stylish platform game starring a humble rectangle as the main character. At first look at the graphics you'll think it was developed by a little kid in the 80s, but in reality it's a game full of soul and personality.
- Lots of character and personality
- Excellent controls
- Entertaining narration
- Exceptional music
- Some may find it too short and not difficult
Thomas Was Alone is a stylish platform game starring a humble rectangle as the main character. At first look at the graphics you'll think it was developed by a little kid in the 80s, but in reality it's a game full of soul and personality.
Great mix of platforms and puzzles
Thomas Was Alone is a platform game in which you control different characters, who are all faceless shapes with their own distinctive abilities (and, incredibly, distinct personalities).
There are more than 100 levels of increasing difficulty in Thomas Was Alone, in which you'll need to combine the different talents of the angular heroes in order to progress. At first it's not very complicated, and although the later levels become tortuous, the infinite lives and checkpoints mean that it's never too hard to progress.
A voiceover narrates the story of Thomas Was Alone as you progress through the game. It describes what Thomas and his pals are thinking, and how they feel about each other. This narration is the only contact that you have with the characters, and really helps bring them to life with plenty of gentle humor thrown in. It's a great example of how you don't necessarily need amazing graphics to generate an absorbing atmosphere.
Thomas Was Alone walks the line between pure platformer and puzzle-solver. These are presented in two ways: either you have to combine characters together, switching controls between them to progress; or figure out how to overcome various obstacles using your skill and imagination.
Excellent physics
The controls in Thomas Was Alone are fantastic. Physics are arguably better than any game of the last few years. This touch screen version, like the
Each character in Thomas Was Alone has a distinctive type of jump. Some are feeble jumpers, others leap further, and some can get very high.
Unique visuals
Yes, Thomas Was Alone is sparse, old, outdated, however you want to call it. But nothing is lacking in detail. The backgrounds give the game life that seems to be missing in the foreground. Lighting effects add mood, the backgrounds change color as you progress and shadows and textures give the game depth.
The music in Thomas Was Alone is fantastic. Created by David Housden, you can listen to the soundtrack here. It's a tantalizing layering of electronic noises, mixed with guitars and synths that fit perfectly with what's on screen.
A classy platform adventure
Thomas Was Alone isn't about eye candy. It's a game that captivates you in other ways. It proves that plain shapes can have character, has pinpoint controls, and reaches the sweet spot in the balance of puzzle and platform gameplay.
Not a very complex game, but one that deserves to be played.


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Welcome to my Three Step "How To" Guide to Successfully Buying a House Without Using a Real Estate Agent. I am a real estate attorney, as well as a licensed real estate broker, and I've helped hundreds of successful home buyers and sellers.
Craig provides the following insight for informational purposes only, and without any warranty or guarantee whatsoever. This blog does not create an attorney/client relationship, and Craig is not your attorney unless you have a signed fee agreement with him. Now with that disclaimer out of the way..
Man oh man oh man, you're getting close to the finish line. Time to bring it home – literally!
STEP THREE GOAL: Complete your purchase successfully.
Note the emphasis. If you close and the house ends up being a money-sucking lemon, you didn't finish successfully.
Due Diligence: The Heart of the Deal
Finding the home is fun, getting it under contract is exciting. Now it's time to get to work. Because the only thing worse than never buying a home? Buying the wrong home. Think The Money Pit – without the happy ending.
There are two parts to a buyer's due diligence:
- The physical condition of the property – addressed primarily through the inspection contingency; and
- The status of the legal ownership of the property – addressed primarily through the title contingency.
Note that a prudent buyer never skips either aspect of due diligence. Honestly, don't take the risk. Know what you are purchasing.
Insider's Tip: Do your due diligence. Don't scrimp, save, or justify anything less. This is true even if you don't have any contingencies in your contract and face loss of your earnest money if you back out. Because that may end up being the cheapest solution to a really lousy house.
This means that you might be completing your due diligence before making an offer, so you can better compete against other buyers. If you go this route, know that your due diligence will be abbreviated and not as thorough. In other words, you're assuming more risk in buying the house.
Physical Condition: Sounds simple, and it can be. Investigation of the home's physical condition begins with a general inspection by a qualified inspector.
From there, investigate further as indicated. This may mean a geotechnical inspection. Or an electrical inspection. Or whatever is needed to know what costs you might incur if you own the home, given its condition. Your general inspector should recommend follow up inspections by qualified professionals as needed to fully assess the home's condition.
If you're completing this due diligence pre-offer, then you probably won't be able to follow up. And whatever you find should be reflected by your offer. In other words, you may decide to not make an offer, or decide to offer less.
If you've got the home under contract, then you're inspecting the home under the inspection contingency. This allows you to ask the seller to make repairs before you waive the contingency.
Insider's tip: Don't think of this as an opportunity to renegotiate the contract in your favor. That's exactly what it is is, of course, but no seller in the world wants to hear that. Also, focus on safety and deferred maintenance issues, those are clearly fair game. Think twice before calling out a defect that was apparent, like a a front window with a busted seal. The seller reasonably expected you to account for that in your offer. Finally, ask for repairs. If you ask for a monetary concession right out of the gate, don't expect the seller to react well. Again, it's not about renegotiating the contract in your favor…. (wink, wink)
If done well, you can often get some significant concessions from even the hardest seller.
Status of Legal Ownership: This aspect of due diligence most benefits from using an attorney. A real estate broker isn't trained or licensed to analyze a title report. The title insurance company isn't necessarily concerned with the same things that might concern you (like an easement).
If you're looking at title pre-offer, your analysis will likely be limited to the preliminary title report. That is the the primary tool used in analyzing title. But once again, recognize the increased risk of completing your due diligence pre-offer.
If you're looking at title under a title contingency, then you'll have the chance to call out any objections. The seller will be given a chance to cure them.
Insider's Tip: As a general rule, a buyer doesn't need to worry about existing liens on the house. That's because the purchase and sale agreement will require "clear title," i.e. satisfaction of all existing liens. The title insurance insures that there are no liens. And it is the job of the closing agent to make sure all liens are paid. So the whole process is set up to make sure all liens are paid.
What might you find when an attorney reviews your title report? Most commonly, it will be that someone else has a legal interest in the property. A shared driveway easement is an example. Trust us, that is something you want to know before you buy the home.
The Closing Documents
As closing approaches, the closing agent will draft and compile the documents necessary to close. The vast majority of these documents will come from your lender. It's literally dozens of pages, relating to your mortgage loan and related federal regulations.
Once again, you'll really appreciate the insight you get from having an attorney on board at this point. You'll get solid, reliable answers to all of your questions.
Insider's Tip: Your attorney can ask the closing agent know you'd like to get a copy of the docs just as soon as they are ready. That should be the day before you're asked to sign. These documents generally aren't negotiable, but it's a big deal, you review what you'll have to sign.
Seattle Tip: You'll set an appointment to sign the docs with escrow a couple of days before the actual closing date.
The one document that is definitely negotiable is the deed that conveys ownership of the property to you. If drafted incorrectly, it can shortchange you on the promises to which you are entitled from the seller. Usually not a big deal, but you never know what the future holds and what you might regret not having. Needless to say, you need an attorney on board to make sure this is done right.


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Birdsong…instead of speedboats. Stop and listen…to the sounds of nature, to your own thoughts and reflections. Whether you stay for a few days or a few months in our serene lakeside home, the relaxing atmosphere combined with the opportunities for recreation will help refresh and renew you. Songbird Retreat offers very comfortable adult oriented, year-round accommodation on Gardom Lake, B.C. between Salmon Arm and Enderby, on the border of the Shuswap and North Okanagan valleys. B&B stays are also welcome.
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LDPE (low density polyethylene or polythene) is widely used by manufacturning and distribution companies for pallet wrap, packaging film and general purpose films.
Sourcing waste plastic
Centriforce Products purchases large quantities of polythene film for use in its own processes to make 'second-use' products for a wide range of applications, both here in the UK and internationally.
We're always interested in talking to manufacturing or distribution companies who have regular quantities of waste polyethylene film and are looking for a UK-based, sustainable solution for their waste products.
If you are a commercial business which has regular (or even intermittent) quantities of waste film available, then please contact us on the number above or send us an enquiry if out of hours.
Films usually needs to be bulked up to minimise the cost of transport so we normally will take film in bales, but we can also take film which has been either partially or fully processed into agglomerate or even pelletised. We can arrange for transport and can also advise on how best to obtain maximum value form any material, just contact us for more information.
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Volume III – Number 1
- Barriers to Being, Becoming, and Remaining Competent to Stand Trial: Stu Smith, PhD
A Brief Therapy Approach to Working with the Problems of Individuals with Dual Diagnoses and Their Families: Katharina Anger, Ph.D., Juliet Hawkins, MA
Annie's Story: From Psychiatric Unit to Community Living: Katherine Moxness, M.A., Joanne Lefebvre
Volume III – Number 2
- Creating Community-Based Residential Services for People Who Have a Developmental Disability, Mental Illness, and Histories of Substance Abuse: Michael Tucker, MA; Valerie Fisk; Charlton Hart
The Effects of a "Treatment Mall" on Patients with Dual Diagnosis: Daniel J. Kauffman, Ph.D.
Genetics and Developmental Disabilities: Autistic Disorder: Elliott W. Simon, Ph.D.; Brenda Finucane, MS
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- Dementia Evaluations in Persons with Mental Retardation: They Don't All Have Alzheimer Disease: Kate Haller, MD
Differential Diagnosis of Autism: The Importance of Medical Evaluation to Genetic Counseling: Carlos Eduardo Steiner, MD, MSc; Marilisa Mantovani Guerreiro, MD, PhD; Antonia Paula Marques-de-Faria, MD, PhD
"All I Need To Be": Keys To Promoting Mental Health In Persons With Developmental Disabilities: David Laman, Ph.D.
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- "I Feel Like an Alien": Individual Psychotherapy for Adults with Asperger Disorder Using a Cognitive Behavioral Approach: Valerie Gaus, Ph.D.
Behavioral Phenotypes: A Glimpse into the Neuropsychiatry of Genes-Part I: Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome and Subtypes of Self-Injurious Behaviors: Jarrett Barnhill, MD
"3D" Unified Group Process for the Treatment of Triply Diagnosed Persons: Marina Harris, MA, LPA; Rosemary Edwardson, MA, LPC
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Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy with Intellectually Disabled Adults—Evaluation by Using Projective Tests: A Collaboration Project Between a Psychiatric Clinic and the Services for Mentally Handicapped: Barbro Carlsson
Community Agency Collaboration for Specialized Treatment of Dually Diagnosed Children: A Model Program: Brian Tallant, LPC; Melissa Johnston-Burnham, LCSW
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Maximizing Therapeutic Interventions: Katharina Anger, Ph.D.; Juliet Hawkins, M.A.
The Interactive-Behavioral Model of Group Counseling For People with Mental Retardation and Chronic Psychiatric Illness: Daniel J. Tomasulo, Ph.D.
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|Vol 29, No 1 (2019): Probl Cryobiol Cryomed
|Using of Glycerol and DMSO for Leptospira interrogans Cryopreservation
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|Vitalii V. Ukhovskyi, Anatoliy P. Paliy, Oleksandr A. Tarasov, Tetiana М. Ukhovska, Andriy P. Paliy
|Vol 23, No 1 (2013): Problems of Cryobiology and Cryomedicine (Problemy Kriobiologii i Kriomediciny) (formerly Problems of Cryobiology)
|Cryopreservation of Newborn Mice Adrenal Cell Suspension. II. Effect Caused by Concentration of Serum as Component of Cryoprotective Medium
|Abstract PDF (RU+EN)
|Irina V. Tamarina, Galina A. Bozhok, Tatyana M. Gurina, Nina F. Gubina, Tatyana P. Bondarenko
|Vol 29, No 3 (2019): Probl Cryobiol Cryomed
|Effect of Cryopreservation Conditions on Phenotypic Profile and Immunomodulating Activity of Fetal Liver Cells
|Abstract PDF
|Maksim V. Ostankov, Larisa A. Leonova, Nikolay A. Bondarovich, Lyudmila V. Ostankova, Anatolyi M. Goltsev
|No 2 (2003): Problems of Cryobiology
|Structural Characteristics of Placenta Tissue after Incubation with DMSO
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|T. P. Govorukha, N. V. Repin, O. M. Tsupikov
|No 2 (2003): Problems of Cryobiology
|DMSO Effect on Phase Transitions and Vitrification in Cord Blood Erythrocyte Suspension Under 0°C
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|A. V. Zinchenko, E. N. Bobrova, M. I. Schetinskiy
|No 4 (2004): Problems of Cryobiology
|Cryopreservation Effect on Placental Ultrastructure Integrity
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|N. V. Repin, T. P. Govorukha, V. I. Strona, T. N. Yurchenko
|Vol 15, No 1 (2005): Problems of Cryobiology
|Study of Placenta Tissue Saturation with Dimethyl Sulfoxide
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|E. N. Bobrova, A. V. Zinchenko, M. I. Schetinsky
|Vol 15, No 2 (2005): Problems of Cryobiology
|Cryopreservation of Animal's Erythrocytes under Dimethyl Sulfoxide, Polyethylene Oxide and Glycerol Protection
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|O. N. Denisova, G. F. Zhegunov, L. A. Babijchuk
|Vol 15, No 2 (2005): Problems of Cryobiology
|Study of Devitrification Kinetics of Cryoprotectant Aqueous Solutions Using Thermoplastic Deformation Method
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|Effect of Cryopreservation Factors on Cytomorphologic and Structural Characteristics of Fetal Nerve Cells
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Beaded tie-headband
You found the love of your life and set the date! Now complement your beautiful gown with a gleaming organza tie-headband! This sparkling, intricately beaded piece polishes your bridal tresses and coordinates seamlessly with an embellished veil. May also be worn as a belt for instant glam!
Available in Silver. Shown with 1-tier fingertip veil with beaded embroidery (V7097) and jewelry set (J2054).


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Rome Fortune - Small VVorld (Mixtape)
Atlanta Standout Rome Fortune released his new project 'Small VVorld' not to long ago. We try to keep the blog mostly locals but this project is worth checking out.
Zeus TRAPPIN - Trap Rock (Mixtape)
Atlanta, Georgia Recording Artist ZeusTRAPPIN Release's His New Project Entitled "Trap Rock". w/ Production From Brandon Thomas, Fki1stdown And Many More.
Also The Creative Mind Behind The New Street wear Brand T R A P (@PieceGodz)
Zeus Is Taking The Internet By Storm.
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Key! + FKi: FKEYi EP
Key! is back with the 'FKEYi Ep' which in my opinion shows his ability to crossover into the mainstream market. Also peep his new video we have attached below, and if you are in Atlanta make sure to come to our A3C showcase to see him live!


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Cisco 7821 VoIP Phone
Communicate with your team with this reliable and secure Cisco 7821 VoIP Phone. This VoIP Phone provides an ideal audio experience from conference room to the boardroom, making every conversation, every spoken word, appear clear as crystal. It supports wideband audio for superior voice communications quality and advanced IP telephony features to make your business calls more efficient and productive. It has Monochrome LCD Display for easy access. It features a Digital duplex speakerphone which gives you flexibility in placing and receiving calls with hands-free. It offers 2 x PoE Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX that supplies power over the existing Ethernet connection. Additionally, this phone is also wall-mountable or in a table-top so that you can place this phone in any location. Buy Cisco 7821 VoIP Phone now!
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- Speakerphone; gives you flexibility in placing and receiving calls with hands free
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- Wall-Mountable, Table-top; lets you place this phone in any location


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|The COSing 125s
I did it. As of this morning I'm officially an RPCV again. It seems like forever since my Peace Corps journey started. April 2010 is when I posted the first time on this blog. 5 long years have come to a close. I'm almost giddy with excitement for my next adventures.
Later today, Ryan and I fly out to South Korea where we'll be spending the next few days enjoying the sights and cool weather. Then I will continue onto America for a brief visit before returning here to Thailand to teach for the next year. I'll be teaching in an intensive English program at a private school in the A. Muang (capitol city) of Surat Thani province. I'll be teaching one class of third graders 5 days/week science, math, and English. I'm excited and nervous about continuing on here in Thailand without the auspicious umbrella of Peace Corps.
Cheers to new adventures.
Starting out this blog post with "I did it" is perhaps the wrong way to phrase things. We did it. I never would have been able to enjoy the successes and adventures that I've had these past 5 years without the everlasting support from my family and friends. Thank you, all, for going on me on this wild journey.
Thank you Mom and Dad, especially. You've been here for me in countless ways over these past 5 years. I would never have been able to do what I've done with out your love and support. Thank you Sami and Ryan and everyone else for all the love and support. It means more than you could ever know.
Thank you to my friends at home. You've sent me care packages, made mix CDs, organized going away/welcome back parties, skyped with me when I'm lonely, and come to visit. Even though for much of the past 5 years we've been on opposite sides of the world you all have been there for me.
Thank you to my fellow volunteers. You're all crazy as can be but in the most perfect ways. We've shared experiences and frustrations and triumphs and joys that no one will ever be able to understand quite like we can. I never expected to meet such amazing people like y'all (China and Thailand). I'm looking forward to seeing where the future brings all of us.
Thank you to my communities. I lived and worked for two full services with the most amazing and wonderful people. Both in Deyang and in Tha Mai I had the honor to work along side two awesome counterparts. Xian Jie and Phung, thank you.
Thank you to my students. You've given me plenty of frustrations and joys and headaches and laughs over the years. You've been the best parts of my services, the only reason I went to work on many days.
Thank you Peace Corps. You took a chance when you let me join the more than 200,000 people who've served overseas. For some reason you decided that I was qualified to work and live overseas. I'm eternally grateful for the chance you took on me. You've given me the most transformative five years of my life. I truly believe I'm a better, more caring person now than when I started this journey. Thank you.
Finally, thank you. This blog has served as a way to stay connected with life outside of Peace Corps. Now that my service is over, so to, is this blog. It's been a chronicle of my service that I'll always cherish and you've all been with me the whole way. While the life and times of Mr. Garceau will continue after China and Thailand, they won't be documented here. So it is with the click on a button that I bid you adieu.
Goodbye. ;)
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It's fire season in the Northeastern United States, where branches starved of water are vulnerable to lightning strikes from spring thunderstorms and campers eager to commune with nature who leave smoldering embers behind.
It's still fire season in the West, where wildfires have devastated thousands of acres and destroyed homes. It doesn't look like it's going to end, due to the lack of rain this past winter, said Lee Benson, a senior pilot with the Los Angeles County Fire Dept.
In fact, according to the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise, Idaho, fire season is all year around. This year, through the end of June, the center forecasts, there is the potential for higher than normal fire outbreaks from the Pacific Northwest to the western Great Lakes region, as well as in Southern California, western Arizona, and portions of the Southeast.
Drought conditions across the Northwestern states and a snowpack that has been below normal is contributing to the potential for fire.
In the spring, the increased chance of fire occurs in the Southeast and goes clockwise around the country by season.
True to that, as we went to press, hundreds of firefighters were working what was reported to be largest wildfire in the history of the state of Georgia history.
The national center reported three fires in that state. The Waycross Fire had burned more than 30,000 acres and was threatening the national wildlife refuge in the Okefenokee Swamp.
Among those joining in the fight against that fire were two National Guard CH-47 Chinooks from Hunter Army Airfield.
Fires cannot be predicted, said Robyn Heffernan, an assistant fire weather program manager and meteorologist with the national center, but those in the field know the factors that create potential for fire. A variety of factors influence that, including weather, dry brush, and lightning strikes.


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US markets finished on the back foot yesterday after oil prices slid sharply after a surprise build in inventories saw the recent rebound go into reverse gear.
With the latest OPEC data showing that Saudi Arabia posted record output in July it became clear that for all the chatter about a production freeze, and predictions of higher demand that any agreement would have to overcome significant hurdles from the main swing producers, which at this moment appears unlikely. Russia has already ruled out a move this week and given Saudi is pumping at a record rate it would seem unlikely that Iran would be prepared to step back from its ambition to get production back to its pre sanction levels of nearly 4m barrels a day.
It could well be that the recent narrative that provoked the recent rebound in prices was merely an attempt to try and put a floor under the price at $40, after the sharp drops in prices seen in July. That's a narrative that could face a further test if yesterday's slide gains additional momentum, and retests the recent lows near $40.
European markets look set to open mixed following on from these US declines after a rather mixed session yesterday, with the FTSE100 managing to finish the day higher, largely as a result of a weak pound, as the Bank of England put aside the failed gilt auction of Tuesday to cover fully their auction of yesterday.
Overnight in Asia the RBNZ became the latest central bank to ease monetary policy again, cutting interest rates to another record low of 2% from 2.25%, in the process sending the New Zealand dollar sharply higher, in pretty much the same fashion as the recent RBA rate cut sent the Australian dollar sharply higher.
It would appear that despite these attempts by the smaller central banks to weaken their currencies, the fact that investors remain convinced that the Federal Reserve will be reluctant to raise rates even if they want to, is outweighing their wish to have a lower currency. This week's weak US productivity data, for the third quarter in succession, appears to have undermined the bullishness of last week's bumper payrolls report.
On a light data day the main focus is set to be on the latest US weekly jobless claims which are expected to come in at 272k, while import prices for July are expected to decline 0.2% reinforcing the fact that price pressures remain subdued.
EURUSD – continues to range trade above the 1.1040 level but has run into resistance around the 1.1200 area. We remain stuck in the same broad 1.0950/1.1250 range. We need a move beyond 1.1250 to open up a retest of the June highs at 1.1400.
GBPUSD – despite rebounding towards 1.3100 the pound struggled to maintain any of the rebound, and barely managed to close above 1.3000, though we did manage to break the sequence of daily losses. A revisit of the lows continues to remain a risk. We need to see a recovery back through the 1.3060 area to stabilise and signal a move back towards 1.3200.
EURGBP – continues to close in on the 0.8610 area, a break of which could see a move towards 0.8705, 61.8% retracement of the 0.9805/0.6935 down move. Support now comes in at the 0.8490 area, with a fall below here arguing for a move back towards 0.8420.
USDJPY – having failed at the 102.70 earlier this week we could slip back towards the recent support at 100.60. As long as we stay above here then we could break higher towards 103.50. The risk remains for a move back towards the lows at 98.90 on a break below the July lows at 99.99.
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The perfect compliment to any exercise regimen, the push up will develop your chest and shoulders as well as your abdominal muscles.
The abdominal strengthening component is very beneficial for the spine, as a strong core takes pressure off the back. People with a strong core generally have less incidence of lower back pain.
Once commonly associated with traditional military training, the push up is now modifiable for any body. The push up is a top priority training exercise that you can do anywhere, no equipment needed.
Additional benefits include:
- Improved posture
- Improved balance
- Engages many body parts
- Modifiable for all levels of fitness
Good push up form is critical. Never sacrifice good form just to complete more reps. For a perfect pushup:
- Avoid sagging or piking
- Keep a straight head and neck
- Place hands directly under shoulders
- Execute the full range of motion, about an inch or two from the floor
If you need to keep your knees on the floor, make sure to keep your body straight from the top of your head to the bottom of your spine as you are pushing up your upper body.


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Biophysical and molecular dialogue of glioma cells and the brain microenvironment
Gliomas account for more than 50% of all primary brain tumors and are by far the most common primary brain tumor in adults. Patients with high-grade GBM tumors (the most common form of glioma) have a median survival expectancy of approximately one year,even with the current standard-of-care, surgical resection followed by adjuvant radiotherapy plus temozolomide chemotherapy, given concomitantly with and after radiotherapy. Temazolamide is one of the only chemotherapeutic agents with a proven survival benefit (extending life by approximately three months5). However, only a subset of patients will respond to temozolomide, as anti-tumor activity is limited to gliomas that methylate and silence the MGMT promoter. Nevertheless, temozolomide is offered to all patients, due to a lack of few, if any, effective alternative agents. Newer therapies include the anti-angiogenic agent bevacizumab and the small molecule EGFR inhibitor erlotinib. While both agents are used commonly in glioma, with bevacizumab now the standard of care in relapsed high-grade tumors, it is not clear that either agent leads to improved overall survival.
Malignant gliomas are associated with such dismal prognoses in part because glioma cells can actively migrate relatively long distances through the narrow extracellular spaces in the brain, making them elusive targets for effective surgical management. Additionally, after surgical resection and adjuvant treatment of malignant gliomas, the residual cancer cells peripheral to the excised lesion give rise to a recurrent tumor that in more than 90% of cases develops immediately adjacent to the resection margin. Moreover, invasive malignant glioma cells show a decrease in proliferation rate and a relative resistance to apoptosis compared to the highly dense cellular center of the tumor, and this may contribute to their resistance to conventional pro-apoptotic chemotherapy and radiotherapy. They are also one of the most vascularized human cancers, with the formation of tumor-specific vessels occurring early at the onset of tumor growth. Furthermore, these highly aggressive tumors contain large regions of hypoxia, which contributes to their aggression and compromises treatment efficacy.
Evidence suggests that the physical, cellular, and non-cellular microenvironment of defined anatomical regions within the brain and the suggested neural stem cell (NSC) origin of GBMs contribute to their aggressiveness and resistance to treatment. We at the UCSF Tumor Microenvironment Network Brain Cancer Center (TMEN-BCC) pose the hypothesis that the vascular niche represents a micro-anatomical unit with distinct host cell constituents and unique mechano-properties that, in concert with elevated intracranial pressure and ECM stiffness, and the unique mechano-phenotype of high-grade gliomablastomas (GBMs) with tumor initiating potential (TICs), fosters the pathogenesis, recurrence, and treatment resistance of these aggressive cancers. Because GBMs are frequentlyassociated with the subventricular zone (SVZ), which is also a source of NSCs, we focus our efforts on understanding the pathology of GBMs derived from this region.
Our program, which is funded by a five-year National Institutes of Health U54 grant, encompasses three independent but interwoven projects that are supported by two scientific cores and one Administrative Core. The main scientific objectives of the Center are to first, delineate the distinct perivascular innate immune cells within the vascular niche and to implicate these infiltrating cells as constituents critical in promoting neovascularization and GBM survival, specifically in the face of irradiation, temozolomide chemotherapy, and anti-vascular therapies; second, to test the idea that the SVZ region of GBM is mechanically-challenged and aggressive GBMs with high TIC potential have a unique mechano-phenotype that fosters the vascular niche by promoting inflammation, neovascularization, and GBM differentiation; and third, to test the hypothesis that the intrinsic mechano-phenotype of high-grade GBMs, together with therapy-induced changes in the mechanical features (compression, stiffness) of SVZ-localized GBMs, enhance/induce resistance and tumor recurrence by driving GBM differentiation to re-establish the vascular niche and promote an aggressive, invasive mesenchymal-like phenotype. These goals will be achieved through a multidisciplinary approach that melds concepts and techniques from the physical sciences with classic cell and molecular biology strategies with clinical input.
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Conservatives – and too often, what passes for liberals here in the USA – have been using the notion of 'American exceptionalism' to justify a wide range of criminal and near criminal activity. We're exceptional, alright, but not in the way we think. Here's 8 ways we're exceptional – exceptionally bad.
Among the Most Expensive, Least Effective Health Care in the Developed World. The US health care system is designed to create wealth, not provide health. We have the most expensive system in the developed world, not the most effective. When measured on five key criteria, the US measures last or next to last when compared to seven other developed nations: Australia, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. These countries have single payer systems, with substantial government involvement. So when the US tries to change its system, what does it do? Why, bolster the role of a rapacious insurance industry, of course. Yeah, that's exceptional.
Highest Income Disparity: The US has the largest gap between rich and poor of any developed nation. In fact, globally, we rank right near Uganda. Yeah, that's right, Uganda. Since 1979, the top 1% increased its income by 275%, while the bottom 90% has gone up slowly, if at all. The middle class is shrinking, and the number of households in poverty is increasing. And if one looks at wealth, not income, it's even worse. Nearly 75% of all growth in wealth since 1979 has gone to the top 5% of households.
Least Mobility Between Generations: Oh, but the US is the land of Horatio Alger and the American Dream, right? Not so much. Horatio Alger is dead, and the US economy is one of the most rigid in the developed world. In five recent studies the US ranks last or second to last in income mobility – a study of European nations found that only Great Britain had less intergenerational economic mobility than the US, and some analysts put us behind Britain. Increasingly, if you're born poor in the US, you die poor. Once again, we are exceptional – but not in a good way.
Most Hours Worked: We work more hours than other developed nations. Heck, we work more hours than hunter gatherers did, several millennia ago. Exceptional? Sure, in the way the class dunce is.
Least Vacation Days: Within the Organization of Developed Nations (OECD) every nation but three requires companies to provide at least 20 days of leave a year. The three are Canada, which requires 18 days off; Japan, which requires 10; and of course, the US, which requires exactly 0 … that's zed, nada, zilch, nothin'. Pretty exceptional, eh?
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Happiness Ranking not in the top 10: According to the World Happiness Report, the most definitive look at happiness out there, the US, despite our great wealth, isn't even in the top 10 countries. How's that for exceptional?
Biggest discrepancy between CEO pay and their workers – CEOs in the US get about 475 times what the average worker makes. Truly exceptional. But we have to pay that much, right? Plutocrats and politicians tell us it's the only way we can get the best and most qualified business leaders. Well, no. Look at the rest of the developed world. In Japan, CEOs earn about 11 times the average worker; in Germany, about 12 times as much; in Canada, about 20 times as much and so on, yet their corporations are doing just fine, thank you.
Biggest Defense Budget: The US spends six times as much on Defense as the next nation, China, and nearly as much as the rest of the world combined. We have troops stationed in over 150 nations around the world. We have become an Imperial Power, fighting wars of occupation. Astoundingly, we recently negotiated with Afghanistan to keep troops there. Why? No one seems to be able to tell us, but it seems to have something to do with US exceptionalism.
When de Tocqueville coined the term in 1835, we might have had some small claim to actually being exceptional. The US was unique among western nations in that it was not founded on a theocratic or monarchistic system. Ironically, the conservatives who blather the loudest about our "exceptionalism" are destroying whatever claim we might have had, by turning us into a two-bit imperialistic plutocracy.
So there you have it. We have an economic system with the all the characteristics of a banana republic. We work harder and longer than citizens of any other developed nation, and we're not as happy. We have more expensive, less effective health care. We send our young men and women overseas in a bewildering and expensive quest for what? Security? Imperialism and corporate welfare for Defense contractors is more like it. And we are less happy than our "socialist" brethren.
And the result is a kind of exceptionalism that is destroying our economic, environmental and moral fabric.


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I have tinnitus
If you say to yourself "I have tinnitus" you may also ask "what can I do about it?"
What should I do if I experience tinnitus? Can my tinnitus be treated or cured?
If you suffer from tinnitus, you are not alone. Hundreds of millions of people in the world live with tinnitus and experience sounds in their heads and constant ringing, buzzing or whistling in their ears that are not related to external sounds.
Unfortunately, at present there is no cure for tinnitus. There is no pill, no diet, no surgery that can cure or reduce tinnitus. Many say that they can treat tinnitus, say that they have a treatment that can cure or reduce tinnitus, but so far there is no scientifically proven treatment against tinnitus. So if you have tinnitus, it is there to stay.
Some are greatly affected by their tinnitus while others are not bothered by it that much and experience only weak tinnitus.
Living with tinnitus can be difficult, but you can learn to live with your tinnitus and coping strategies can help. Many people learn to live with their tinnitus, even though it is strong.
Tinnitus and hearing loss
Surveys have shown that there is often a connection between tinnitus and hearing loss. Many people suffering from tinnitus also suffer from hearing loss.
If you think that you have both tinnitus and a hearing loss, the best advice is to contact a hearing health professional to get your hearing checked. If an examination shows that you have both tinnitus and a hearing loss, you may benefit from using hearing aids.
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Get fit with Equicise!
Equicise is a new exercise initiative from Wimbledon-based Carol Andrews, aimed at improving your fitness and revolutionising your riding.
Being fit is a must for any type of endurance riding where your heart rate is up. If you school or event with your horse regularly, you probably have a good level of fitness, but try these exercises to make sure you keep on the top of your game.
Find out more about Equicise at www.equicise.co.uk
The plank
A strong core is a must for any horse rider to help with balance, as well as moving in and out of positions over jumps.
Begin on your hands and knees and slowly crawl your hands forward, so that your forearms are resting on the floor. Stretch your legs back, coming up onto your toes so that your body is suspending using only your forearms and toes. If you struggle with this, try with your arms straight out in front of you.
This is a tough exercise and really helps to tone your midsection. Try and hold this pose for a few seconds to start to see where your fitness level is. Gradually try and build this up by practising every other day. Don't worry if you can't hold it for long to begin with, remember to set yourself realistic goals and you'll soon be planking like there's no tomorrow!
Skaters are a great form of cardio and also work on building the strength and tone in your thighs.
Skaters are essentially a jump to the side, landing on one leg. The degree of difficulty will depend on the amount of effort you put in, i.e. the longer and higher you jump, the harder this exercise will be.
Step one
Stand up straight, with your weight equally distributed in both legs.
Step two
Keep facing forward, but jump to your left side, landing on your left leg, while your right leg swings slightly behind you. If you struggle with balance, you can touch your right toe onto the floor behind you.
Step three
Now you need to go back the other way. Using strength from your left leg, jump side ways to the opposite side, landing on the other leg.
Try doing this for 30 seconds, and build up as you see your fitness improve.
High kick
Practising kicks to the side helps to build and tone the muscles in your hips, legs and side abs.
It can also be a good exercise to improve the flexibility in your hips, which will help you move in a better rhythm with your horse in the saddle.
Try kicking to the side 10 times, before repeating with the other leg.
Squat jump
Having a strong lower body can really help with your balance in the saddle and will give you the confidence to power over a show jumping course. The added cardio in this exercise will also get your heart pumping and really help to get your fitness levels up.
Start in a squat position, with your thighs parallel to the floor. Remember to keep your back straight and try not to lean forward.
With all your power, push yourself off of the floor and jump as high as you can. You need to land back in the squat position, so remember to keep your knees soft.
Try this exercise 10 times initially, building this up as you notice your fitness improving.
Improve your flexibility and strength
Try these exercises and see if you can improve your flexibility and strength in the saddle with Equicise.
Pigeon pose
This exercise stretches the hips and quad muscle, which often becomes tight when riding.
Practising the pigeon pose every other day will improve the flexibility and mobility in your pelvis, allowing you to become more synchronised with your horse. It also opens up your seat, allowing you to sit deeper in the saddle.
Begin by bringing your right knee behind your right wrist, and sit back with your right leg bent in front of you. Make sure your hips are square to the mat, lengthen your spine and extend your left leg straight out behind you. Walk your hands forward until your head is resting on the mat. Hold this pose for one minute, gradually building up to three minutes as you become used to the exercise. Repeat on the other side.
The Clam
Practising the clam primarily works your inner thighs, gluteal muscles and hips and is a great exercise for dressage riders to practice as it can increase the range of motion in your hips and legs, making transitions seem easier and more balanced.
To perform the clam, lie on your side so that your hips and shoulders are in line. Bend your knees slightly and breathe in and out to engage your core muscles. Rest your head on the arm that is closest to the ground and put your other arm by your side or rest it on the ground in front of you for extra stability.
Now, slowly bring your top leg away and move your hip outwards. This will really help to work the muscles in your hips and encourage a more fluid movement in the saddle. Bring your leg back down and repeat for as many as you feel comfortable. Try starting with ten reps. Don't forget to repeat this on the other side.
Forward fold
This calming posture helps to bring external rotation in the upper leg. There is a lot of internal rotation of the upper leg when riding and this exercise can help to counter this. Practising this exercise will open your hips and bring space into the lower back, while easing stiffness. It is also a very calming posture and could be practised before riding to help reduce feelings of anxiety.
Start by being sat on the floor bringing your feet together in front of you, with your soles touching each other and so that your knees are bent out to the side,.
Exhale and gently fold forward, being careful not to overstretch – only go as far as you feel comfortable.
The crown of your head should be facing towards the floor, allowing your head to feel heavy.
Boat pose
This pose is ideal for building muscles in your core and will prove invaluable to improving your balance in the saddle.
Sitting on your bottom, gradually lift your legs, bending your knees. Gently place your hands behind your knees and bring your shins up so that they are parallel to the mat. Push through the balls of your feet, flexing the toes back towards you.
To finish, try and take your hands out and hold the balance for two to five breaths, increasing this as you get stronger.


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Celebrating 36 Years of ELI and honoring the enduring support of a few of our most dedicated proponents, Eve Orlow, Saul Freedman and The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.
On March 6, 2016 friends gathered in Wynnewood, PA at Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El to celebrate ELI's 36th anniversary and its groundbreaking work in Israel in the field of child abuse – prevention, protection and treatment. ELI's mission is passionately supported by the American Friends of ELI, and the many individuals, foundations and Jewish Federations and organizations across the United States. This celebration gave special recognition to the phenomenal role of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia in launching and sustaining critical ELI services, as well as the outstanding contributions of two Philadelphia leaders, Saul Freedman and Eve Orlow.
Through this event, the American Friends of ELI initiates a year of celebration of
ELI's 36th (Double Chai) Anniversary.
We invite you to share in the excitement and mark this momentous occasion with a special gift of your own!
Make a Gift in Celebration of 36 Years of ELI!


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WOW: 7th August - Come Workout with Me!
So I've been having some issues with my site and haven't been able to post when I would have liked to over the last few days which means I didn't manage to post a workout of the week yesterday. Hopefully, for those of you that wanted to get sweaty over the last few days, there will have been one on their that you could give a try in the mean time.
In the absence of yesterday's WOW, I wanted to give you guys the link to book a workout session with me in my temporary studio in Battersea this week. The classes will be general level and open to everyone, with some fun exercises to give you a good head to toe workout. You can book a space here:
Monday 7th September - 7pm
Tuesday 8th September - 6pm
Saturday 12th September - 9am
You can keep an eye out for more upcoming classes here too.
I really want to meet as many of you as possible so if you have any suggestions about timings and days over the next few weeks, or about the type of thing you guys are looking for, I would love to hear from you. Get in touch with suggestions, or to book a private session by emailing me email@example.com.
Have a wonderful week.
I really hope to meet lots of you soon for a fun, energetic workout!


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We are celebrating our two year anniversary of #TheArtistShowcase on Saturday, June 9th in Savannah, GA! Can you believe we've been putting together events and showcases to promote local talent for two whole years?! We can't either, but we'd like to take the time to celebrate our supporters. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't be able to put these events together and bring forth the local talent in the way we do. Thanks to everyone who has supported us!
First, before we get into the details of why you should attend our highly-anticipated showcase, let's make sure you know how to attend the event. For starters, the showcase is this Saturday, June 9th at BCKYRD (415 W Boundary Street). Don't worry, parking is free.
Next, doors open at 7:00 PM but the show is set to begin at 8:00 PM. We have pre-sale online tickets on sale for $5 [You can click this link to cop your $5 tickets] If you only carry cash, then the fee at the door is $10. We're turning up with our Geminis with one free shot when you pull up, so don't forget your ID to prove you're 21+ and your birthday falls anywhere in between May 21st - June 20th.
Now, let's get into why you should pull up to #TheArtistShowcase
1. Support! It goes a long way.
2. Hear new music.
3. Catch live performances by: Cec, Clay Hodges, Kaydee, 283, Kris Tha Konnect, SLADE, Just Josh, Ethan Jeremiah, Niko Makaveli, and many more surprise guests.
4. See people you probably haven't seen since high school. #TheArtistShowcase is known to bring out the folks you haven't seen in ages.
5. Check out Lit Ass Wings and their famous Alcohol-Infused Wings [Hennessy BBQ | Sweet Chili Patron]
6. Cop new merchandise and apparel from 912 Made.
7. Network! So many people will be in the building from entrepreneurs, supporters, musicians, and more.
8. Drink specials. Do we need to say more?
9. Selfies! Photoshoots! Take some photos and be featured on our website in front of our highly-requested Georgia Media Agency banner.
10. Because we do this for you. Georgia Media Agency not only celebrates 2 years of putting on these events, but we want to show our appreciation to our supporters. Stay tuned and attend the show to see all we have planned for you.
Purchase your online tickets here