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Achieving Interoperability in Construction
Achieving Interoperability in Construction
Interoperability is kind of strange word. It definitely does not roll off one's tongue and is not very intuitive in communicating its value to the Construction Industry. Pinning down that value is importation, because construction firms are at a tipping point with interoperability and those that get there first will be disrupters in the marketplace.
First, let's take a broad look at interoperability. Wikipedia's definition is simply; "the ability of making systems, processes and organizations work together".
It is easy to see interoperability in the transportation industry. Major modern railroads have greater interoperability out of necessity—they had to conform to standards of gauge, couplings, brakes, signaling, communications, loading gauge, structure gauge, and operating rules, to mention a few parameters. We have also seen our armed forces achieve historic levels on interoperability between the branches of the military and integrated command and control of land, sea, and air operations.
Additionally, in the United States we are hopeful as a nation for the medical industry that is trying to achieve interoperability between emergency response, providers, hospital operations, medical doctor care, drug companies, and insurance providers.
Rising to Meet New Challenges
The construction industry, however, is standing on the brink of achieving interoperability as it responds to the market forces of design build (DB), design build operate (DBO), and design build operate maintain (DBOM). In these new delivery models holistic design is required to survive. As construction companies rise to meet the challenge that the risk of DB, DBO and DBOM presents, interoperability and enabling technologies they required will be part of the future conversation.
The diagram above illustrates concepts of how an integrated framework enables the interoperability the construction industry will require.
It begins with an As-Is model using Lidar in the ultimate design. When complete, that design can be moved to the Visual Enterprise to transact within downstream processes. We call this capability Ab Initio integration.
The system should be application agnostic, so that the we can have multiple design tools fed by materials from the ERP system where transactions will eventually take place. Federating these models in SAP's Visual Enterprise product is suggested here. This final federated model will allow for bilateral integration of materials and quantities for estimating applications, scheduling applications, project control applications and can become the UX for eventual progression data.
Utilizing SAP Data Services
As mentioned above, we have bilateral interfaces bringing materials and quantities to estimating applications, again agnostic. The data elements are the most important factor here, and it would be most beneficial to the customer to use SAP's ETL tool Data Services to provide that integration to any estimating package.
Then there are the bilateral interfaces, from estimating to creating a project control budget. First using management consulting, not technology, we harmonize the CBS structures with the WBS structures. This gives each group the detail and levels they need to do their job, but having a structure that maintains the relationship to enable roll up and comparison of estimated cost to actual cost. The impact on the integrity of past cost is amazing. We can now seamlessly create a fully loaded control budget with materials, labor and equipment usage from our estimate. Again, application agnostic, utilizing SAP's Data Services application is most suitable for this purpose.
Lastly we have created an ETL layer of the most critical data elements that progression tools need to deliver to the control budget. Mostly these are mobile applications, but can also be specially designed HTML5 applications on any device capturing time, installed quantities and equipment hours.
The Data Services layer of these critical data elements become the most efficient integration point for the SAP Cloud Platform to model the data and connect to SAP Analytics Cloud to monitor your most important KPI's.
An integrated framework with bilateral integration is an enablement to interoperability in construction where all the applications within the framework work together and are more efficient as a whole than the sum of their parts.
Achieving Interopability
By performing the above, two levels of interoperability can be achieved. The first is the Organizational interoperability. Organizational interoperability can only be built upon Process Interoperability as depicted below. Traditionally the construction industry was silo'd by process, applications and of course thinking.
The other level of interoperability is Ab Initio interoperability. This is interoperability from the beginning, or from the "first principles". It is this level of interoperability that gives some level of management of the "butterfly effect" of a bad design or a bad estimate. And as we all know, it is impossible to recover from a bad design or estimate in the building of anything.
Achieving interoperability in the Construction Industry is no small task for companies today as they continuously strive to compete in the market place. That is why a holistic system architecture and structure becomes crucial to their future success. In my future blogs I will continue to provide my perspective on the state of the industry, providing tips and advice on strategies and system architecture.
Continue to follow us on LinkedIn and on the Vesta blog for more on interoperability in the construction industry.


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IBM Spectrum Accelerate was developed as the underlying software for IBM's XIV enterprise storage system designed for open system environments. XIV uses a scale-out topology, a grid of standard server hardware filled with storage devices, to create a scalable, high-performance storage system. A Software-Based Storage component of the Open Storage Platform, Spectrum Accelerate is designed to create a similar system using industry standard server hardware.
Running as a VM in an ESX environment, Spectrum Accelerate creates a virtual pool of storage by combining physical capacity from multiple clustered storage nodes, each comprised of x86-based servers with internal HDDs and SSDs. As a scale-out virtual SAN architecture, the system reduces the need for performance tuning, capacity planning and other administration tasks typically associated with enterprise storage systems. Spectrum Accelerate supports non-disruptive capacity expansion with automatic data redistribution when nodes are added or removed from the cluster and as a result of component failure.
Clusters are configured with a minimum of three and a maximum of fifteen nodes with data transferred between nodes via iSCSI. Each node can contain up to twelve NL-SAS disk drives for a total of 48TB of disk capacity and one 800GB SSD. Up to 144 clusters can be managed from a single HyperScale Manager for a maximum of 2,160 nodes and over 100PB total capacity.
Spectrum Accelerate parses host data into 1MB partitions and distributes them pseudo- randomly across all disks in the cluster, producing a balanced load on all resources and more consistent performance. In the process, a second copy is made for data redundancy at the partition level.
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*They Might Be Giants. By Shervin Lainez.*For almost 30 years, They Might Be Giants (John Flansburgh and John Linnell) have been releasing music that's both snarky and sweet, morbid and whimsical, a little pop and a little avant garde. Beginning in 2002, with the enhanced CD and book No!, they applied their sensibility to a trilogy of albums geared toward children. The shocking success of these (2005's Here Come the ABCs went gold; 2008's Here Come the 123s won a Grammy; 2009's Here Comes Science was nominated) threatened to upstage everything else they did. The new album Join Us marks a return to their classic sound. While playful (the song "Cloisonne" features a singing raindrop), it is strictly for grown-ups. Here John Flansburgh (bespectacled John) discusses the band's early years in Lower Manhattan, their struggle to win and keep casual fans, and why they're not going to be walking 500 miles anytime soon. Marc Spitz: They Might Be Giants came out of a downtown New York scene in the 80s that was very fashion friendly. And yet you weren't embraced by that crowd in the same way as other bands were. It that because you were funny?John Flansburgh: The thing about any scene is that it's very hard to sum up for somebody who doesn't know the scene. The constellations of things that are deemed to fit in or not fit in are just dictated by the people making the scene. We would play the Pyramid Club but we were considered the "rock band." We were the nice boys who had the rock band. Half the acts that played the Pyramid Club were transvestites and they were also all on heroin so . . .
And you weren't transvestites on heroin.
We weren't transvestites on heroin. Even though we played with a drum machine. In the early days there was a lot more screaming in our shows. There was a histrionic quality to what we did. We started a couple of years after the No Wave movement, bands like DNA and Lydia Lunch. We were part of the first bunch of bands after that movement.
There were a couple of recent films about that period, one called Kill Your Idols and more recently, Blank City, which is about the cinema of the era. If you look at the commentators in both movies they're still so put together. The hair and cheekbones thing. Like a New York City cartoon.
There was no mistaking what city you were in. And there was no end to the ambition of the people involved in it—people striving to be as original as they can possibly be. A lot of times people are just thinking about how to fit in. The East Village in the mid-80s was dominated by people thinking, What's the most fucked-up thing I can do that won't burn down the venue down. It was very much about phenomenon and causing an instant splash.
You and John (Linnell) have now built up a very successful career making records for children. My little niece loves them. Join Us opens with a lyric about a "town full of dicks" and contains a song titled "When Will You Die?" It seems almost reactionary, a signal that you're back in adult-album mode. Are you?
I think we could have had a song on our first album called "When Will You Die?" Talking about death imagery in a very casual way is very They Might Be Giants.
Well this new one does seem like a classic TMBG record. Almost a reward for fans without children who may not listen to both sides of your output.


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KOTA KINABALU: Former Sabah Chief Minister Tan Sri Musa Aman today safely arrived in Sabah from Kuala Lumpur after undergoing medical treatment at a private hospital in Subang Jaya. He arrived on a special aircraft at about 12.28 pm at Terminal 2 of the Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) and was met by thousands of his supporters amid shouts
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DHAKA: Motorcyclists without helmets will be barred from buying fuel at filling stations in the Bangladesh capital Dhaka, police said. The move is part of efforts to quell tensions after the city of nearly 20 million people was rocked by angry protests about poor road safety last month. "The petrol pumps (owners) have already been told not to sell fuel to any motor
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PETALING JAYA: The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) saw a 7.64% increase in total investment income to RM12.39 billion for the second quarter ended June 30, 2018 against RM11.51 billion in the previous corresponding period. In a statement released today, the pension fund's deputy CEO (Investment) Datuk Mohamad Nasir Ab Latif said the trading environment
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Dhirajlal Hirachand Ambani, better known as 'Dhirubhai' is a name known to every Indian, for the kind of success he reached and helped others reach it too. The founder of India's largest private firm, Reliance Industries, did not start big. His life was like many of ours or maybe even worse. But, what he made out of this life is what he is remembered for today.
"If you're born poor, it's not your fault, but if you die poor, it's your fault."
These were the words he stood by and proved that not only his words, but also hid deeds were determined to change the failure to success.
Dhirubhai Ambani's life story is an inspiration for millions of people who want to make it big in their life. His story is proof that no matter where you start if you have what it takes to make it big, there is nothing in this world that can stop you from accomplishing your goals.
Dhirubhai Ambani was a rare kind of genius, who started off by selling Bhajias in fairs and made it all the way to the list of world's wealthiest people. He dared to dream, and it took more than just the willingness to dream big, to become what he and his company are today.
Dhirubhai Ambani's Life & Family
Dhirubhai Ambani was born to Hirachand Gordhanbhai Ambani, on 28 December 1932. Born to a lower-middle-class family, he was aware of the insufficiencies of his family. Dhirubhai only studied until his tenth class, after which he dropped out to join his brother Ramniklal to work in Aden, Yemen. He was 16 when he started working in Yemen as a gas station attendant, at the monthly wage of Rs. 300.
During the 1950's, while working at Yemen, Dhirubhai managed to make a few lakhs by melting the Rial currency coins into pure silver and selling it off to the bullion traders in London. Also, during this time, he got married to Kokilaben.
Ten years later, in 1958, he returned to India, with Rs. 500 in his pocket. He took shelter in a one-room chawl in Mumbai, along with his wife and a child. For nearly eight years, he traded in different kinds of products ranging from spices and fabrics. And in the 1960's, the Reliance Commercial Corporation was set up.
How Dhirubhai Ambani Started His Business
Reliance Commercial Corporation
Dhirubhai Ambani, in the 1960s, founded Reliance Commercial Corporation in partnership with his cousin Champaklal Damani. The office was set up in a 350 Sq. Ft. Room, at Masjid Bunder. Initially, the company traded in the export and import of spices and cloth. Later, in 1965, the partnership between the two cousins ended, as both of these men had different takes towards the conduct of their business. From then on, Dhirubhai continued on his own.
Dhirubhai sensed a great opportunity of business profits in the textiles markets and started his textile spinning mill named 'Vimal' at Naroda in Ahmadabad. This was in the year 1966. The same year, Reliance Commercial Corporation was incorporated in Maharashtra with the name
Reliance Textiles Industries Pvt Ltd.
By the year 1977, Reliance Textiles had an annual turnover of Rs. 70 Crore and that is the year when the company went public. It held its Initial Public Offering (IPO) in 1977, and this issue was supposedly oversubscribed by seven times. Most of these equity capital holders were from small towns.
In those times, only a small group of influential leaders were participating in the Indian Capital markets. But, Dhirubhai Ambani managed to raise 2.8 million equity shares by selling his shares at Rs. 10 each at par, to people from small towns. This was undoubtedly a courageous move. Only his promise of a substantial return convinced 58,000 middle-class men to invest in his then unknown company.
This resulted in another record being made when more than 35,000 shareholders attended the company's annual shareholder meeting. And this number was so huge, that the meeting took place in a stadium, as no hall in Mumbai could suffice such a massive crowd.
Since then, Dhirubhai Ambani started promoting his brand 'Vimal' even more significantly. Franchise retail outlets were started, and as many as 100 franchise stores were inaugurated in a single day, a report claims. This unit of textile production was certified as 'excellent' by the developed countries also.
In 1979, a company named Sidhpur Mills was merged with Reliance. The company went on expanding its polyester yarn business. And, in 1985, Reliance Textiles Industries Ltd was named Reliance Industries Ltd. By the year 1992, the company was producing around 145,000 tonnes per annum of polyester yarn, at its installed unit, making yet another record.
In 1992, the Hazira petrochemical plant was started, and since that time, the company assertively turned towards oil refining, petrochemicals, and telecommunication.
The company that started off with a mere investment of Rs. 50,000 had turned into a company worth Rs. 75,000 crore. Reliance became the first Indian company to make its way to the list of Fortune 500 companies.
He wrote business history by taking Reliance Industries from grass-root levels to being the largest private sector firm of India.
Dhirubhai Ambani's work resulted in many 'firsts' happening in the country, and one of the firsts was bringing back convertible debentures to the market. Ambani was always able to get the politicians to favour him, and this was not an easy thing to do back then.
Dhirubhai once said, "We cannot change our rulers, but we can change the way they rule us."
Apart from his unmatched technological and financial skills, his consummate skills were also unparalleled. He could win friends and influence them, and this worked in his favours.
He convinced the government of the benefits of convertible debentures and issued up to six series of debentures. This resulted in raising massive sums of money.
These convertible debentures were providing a fixed rate of interest to its investors. And later, upon converting them to shares, the investors were also assured a great capital appreciation.
In the year 1985, Ambani received a record-breaking investment of Rs. 400 crore in a single issue. This was the result of announcing that the debentures would be convertible to shares at a premium.
Dhirubhai Ambani was not an ordinary businessman, and that has been proved time and again. Those who invested in his company also made millions. This was the reason Reliance Industries was a favourite in the stock market.
It took around two decades for Dhirubhai to bring Reliance from Rs. 70 crore turnovers to Rs. 75,000 crore turnovers. It was due to his perseverance and willpower that this was possible. No other private company in India, to date, has seen such tremendous growth in such a short span of time.
The Demise of Dhirubhai Ambani
Dhirubhai Ambani suffered his first stroke in February 1986 that left some part of his right body paralysed. Post this incident, Dhirubhai handed over the control of Reliance to his sons, Mukesh and Anil.
Later, in 2002, on 24th June, he was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital after he suffered his second stroke. He was in a coma for almost a week before he died on 6th July 2002.
In 2002, shortly before his demise, he made it to the list of Forbes, as the world's 138th richest person with an estimated worth of $2.9 billion.
Reliance Industries Post-Dhirubhai Ambani's Death
In 2004, Mukesh Ambani, in an interview stated that there were differences between him and brother Anil Ambani over the ownership of the company. Later, Reliance Industries was split into two groups, each headed by both the brothers separately. Reliance Industries Limited was led by Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (Reliance ADA Group), directed by Anil Ambani.
In 2012, Reliance Industries secured a place in the top 100 companies in the Fortune 500 list.
As of today, Reliance Industries holds a market value of $42.9 billion and $71.7 billion in sales. The revenue earned by the company results in 2.8% of India's total GDP. The company also contributes 8.2% of India's total exports, a share of 8% to the tax revenue of Government of India.
Awards And Recognitions
Dhirubhai Ambani has been known for his bold and groundbreaking ways of doing business, and his strong dedication has remained unmatched. During his lifetime and later on, he received a number of awards and accolades recognising his worth as a human extraordinaire.
- Recognizing Dhirubhai Ambani's contribution towards the chemical industry in India, The Chemtech Foundation and Chemical Engineering World awarded him with the accolade of Conferred Man of the Century Award.
- During 1996, 1998, and 2000, Dhirubhai Ambani made it the list of Power 50- the most powerful people in Asia.
- He was awarded the "Dean's Medal" by The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, for his outstanding leadership skills in June 1998.
- FICCI (The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry) named him the "Man of the 20th Century".
- In a poll conducted by Times of India in 2000, Dhirubhai Ambani was voted the "Greatest Creator of Wealth in the Centuries."
- He received the Lifetime Achievement Award for Corporate Excellence by the Economic Times.
- In 2011, he received the ABLF Global Asian Award at the Asian Business Leadership Forum Awards.
- In 2016, Dhirubhai Ambani was awarded the second highest civilian award of the country, Padma Vibhushan.
Some Famous Dhirubhai Ambani Quotes
Dhirubhai Ambani's success story is undoubtedly an inspiration to thousands. Here is a list of some of dhirubhai ambani quotes to motivate you, and help you dream big, just like he did.
- "If you don't build your dream, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs."
- "If you're born poor, it's not your fault, but if you die poor, it's your fault."
- "Pursue your goals even in the face of difficulties, and convert adversities into opportunities."
- "Only when you dream it you can do it."
- "If you work with determination and with perfection, success will follow."
- "True entrepreneurship comes only from risk-taking."
- "You do not require an invitation to make profits."
While we always motivate ourselves by reading the failure stories of successful people who made it big in this world, Dhirubhai Ambani's entire life history is a success story. There was absolutely nothing that this man feared, and nothing could possibly stop him from reaching the heights he dreamt of.
Dhirubhai never went to any business school, neither did anyone tell him how to go about doing his business. It was his determination to learn, apply and fail, and learn from failure, that kept him going. There are so many things that his life teaches us. This inspirational success story will inspire the coming generations for years together.


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FX is staying with "The Americans."
The cable network announced Thursday, the freshman-spy series has been renewed for a second season. The drama series starring Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys will return for a 13-episode second season in 2014.
"'The Americans' has quickly established itself as a key part FX's acclaimed drama line-up," FX President John Landgraf said in a statement. "Executive Producers Joe Weisberg, Joel Fields and Graham Yost and their collaborators are telling riveting and deeply emotional stories and the performances of Keri Russell, Matthew Rhys, Noah Emmerich and the entire cast are simply outstanding. The show is truly worthy of its widespread critical acclaim and we are confident that its quality will continue to yield a robust and passionate audience."
Additionally, FX will air a marathon of the first five episodes of "The Americans" back-to-back on Friday, March 1, starting at 10 p.m. ET.
"The Americans" currently airs Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET on FX.


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Friday, December 13, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
The 2019 Celebration of the December Commencement Candidates takes place on Friday, December 13, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. in the Tozier Gymnasium. A reception will immediately follow the ceremony.
Commencement is a significant moment in the life of any student. The spirit of community present at these events is a wonderful testament honoring those who are eligible to graduate. It is an exciting time as our fall graduates begin the next chapter in their lives.
This celebration provides us with an opportunity to showcase what makes Unity College a great institution: these students' contributions – inside and outside the classroom – have made Unity a better place. This celebration is a time of joy, most of all, but also a time of reflection. It is a time to rejoice in the achievements of our students, and those who have helped them along the way.
This year, we anticipate 45 graduate and undergraduate candidates from both Flagship and Distance Education. The ceremony will run approximately 45 minutes. A reception with appetizers will immediately follow the ceremony.
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Lichfield Cathedral Choir Advent Quiz 2016
Following a rummage through Regent Records' entire catalogue, the 2016 #AdventQuiz is over. There have been just over 600 entries in total, of which nearly 570 entries were correct. Several days were clearly too easy as all the entries were correct, and while many people clearly only entered if they believed they were right (the entries reveal few guesses), the three most difficult days appeared to be Days 11, 23 and 25.
Congratulations to the overall winner, Gilly French, whose name was selected at random from the two people listed below to get all twenty-eight correct. The second prize (also getting all correct) goes to David Noble, and the third place with twenty-six (missing Days 11 and 19) goes to Davide Mutti.
Honourable mentions must also go to Kristina Shakeshaft and Peter Parshall (both scoring 25), Jonathan Lilley (scoring 24) and Dan Soper (with 21).
The clips can still be accessed through the introduction page where the answers are also available. The daily winners, picked at random from the correct entries, are listed below.
- Sunday 27 November: Winner: Stephen Nichols
- Monday 28 November: Winner: David Perry
- Tuesday 29 November: Winner: Richard Longman
- Wednesday 30 November: Winner: Ross Cobb
- Thursday 01 December: Winner: Will Dawes
- Friday 02 December: Winner: Frikki Walker
- Saturday 03 December: Winner: Scott Farrell
- Sunday 04 December: Winner: Henry Metcalfe
- Monday 05 December: Winner: Ruth Brown
- Tuesday 06 December: Winner: Martyn Rawles
- Wednesday 07 December: Winner: Gilly French
- Thursday 08 December: Winner: Paul Hammond
- Friday 09 December: Winner: Kristina Shakeshaft
- Saturday 10 December: Winner: Henry Deacon
- Sunday 11 December: Winner: Kathe Wright Kaufman
- Monday 12 December: Winner: David Werry
- Tuesday 13 December: Winner: Dan Soper
- Wednesday 14 December: Winner: David Noble
- Thursday 15 December: Winner: Andrew Massey
- Friday 16 December: Winner: Jonathan Lilley
- Saturday 17 December: Winner: Patsy Howes
- Sunday 18 December: Winner: Rebecca East
- Monday 19 December: Winner: Gilly French
- Tuesday 20 December: Winner: Peter Parshall
- Wednesday 21 December: Winner: Davide Mutti
- Thursday 22 December: Winner: Chris Ouvry-Johns
- Friday 23 December: Winner: Mark Taylor
- Saturday 24 December: Winner: Tim Boxall


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A style from yesteryear which will remain timeless and elegant for years to come. An open-plan living and dining area offers plenty of room. Sliding doors allows natural light to penetrate the living spaces & give the house an open feel which brings comfort to this home. The master bedroom is an oasis of peace and relaxation. The study is a warm, intimate space, conducive to quiet reading.
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Bon Appétit! Visit Maggiano's Italian Restaurant Near 46051
Reminisce with loved ones, laugh with new friends, and savor every bite of your meal at Maggiano's Little Italy. From generous portions of pasta to wholesome, Chef-prepared salads, we combine the quality of Nonna's traditional Italian recipes with the joy of family and friends. Visit a Maggiano's Italian restaurant near 46051 today! Make a reservation online, over the phone, or simply stop by. We look forward to serving you!
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The Perfect Place For Your Event
For Italian food near 46051 that doesn't disappoint, come to Maggiano's Little Italy. Make a reservation or stop by your nearest location for brunch, lunch, dinner, or a quick appetizer and drink at the bar. No matter the meal, the day, or the size of your party, you'll always be treated like a special guest at Maggiano's. Here, every guest is family!
From appetizing antipasto dishes to Chef-prepared cakes and cookies, we believe that the essence of Italian cooking is simplicity. To really bring out the full-bodied flavors at the heart of our handcrafted recipes, our chefs use only the freshest meats, vegetables, cheeses, and grains. With vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and classic Italian fare, Maggiano's has a plate for every palate. Order a signature flatbread, fresh-made soup, crisp salad, or hearty pasta, and prepare yourself for an Italian treat, with an American twist!
At Maggiano's, we believe eating Italian style is about more than merely eating. It's about reconnecting with friends and family, unwinding after a tough day, and savoring each and every bite of food. It's always delicious, never rushed. At our restaurants, your next lunch or dinner can be memorable, but so can your next private event or special occasion. With elegantly decorated banquet halls and event spaces, and an attentive staff to match, Maggiano's is the best party venue near 46051 for any sized group. Whether you're hosting an anniversary dinner, bridal brunch, or need a large space to celebrate a quinceanera or bar/bat mitzvah, let our Private Dining Managers make your next gathering easy, memorable, and above all—delicious!
Call your local Maggiano's today or make a reservation online to see why we're nothing like other Italian restaurants near 46051. Experience something exceptional at Maggiano's!


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Notice is hereby given that on December 12, 2001 a proposed Consent Decree ("Decree") in United States et al. v. The S.W. Chemical Company, Inc. Civil Action No. 01-2404, was lodged with the United States District Court for the District of Colorado. The action was filed pursuant to section 107(a)(1) and (4) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act ("CERCLA"), 42 U.S.C. 9607(a)(1) and (4). The action concerns EPA's costs of responding to the release or threatened release of hazardous substances at or from the Denver Radium Superfund Site, Operable Unit VIII, in the City and County of Denver, Colorado, also known as the Shattuck Superfund Site (the "Site"), and possible damages for injury to or destruction of, or loss of natural resources resulting from the release of hazardous substances from the Site.
Under the terms of the Decree The S.W. Shattuck Chemical Company, Inc. (the "Defendant"), will: (a) Pay the United States $5.45 million to be deposited into an EPA special account to offset EPA's response costs at the Site; (b) pay $250,000 to the United States Department of the Interior to settle a potential natural resource damages claim; and (c) establish a trust and convey the 5.9 acre parcel which is the subject of the environmental clean-up to the trust for sale and distribution of net sale proceeds to EPA's special account for the Site. The decree also includes proposed settlement terms between the State of Colorado and the Defendant.
The Department of Justice will receive comments relating to the proposed Consent Decree for a period of forty-five (45) days from the date of this publication. As a result of the discovery of anthrax contamination at the District of Columbia mail processing center in mid-October, 2001, the delivery of regular first-class mail sent through the U.S. Postal Service has been disrupted. Consequently, public comments which are addressed to the Department of Justice in Washington, DC and sent by regular, first-class mail through the U.S. Postal Service are not expected to be received in a timely manner. Therefore, comments should be addressed to the Assistant Attorney General, Environment and Natural Resources Division, Department of Justice, and sent to (1) Denver Field Office, 999 18th Street, Suite 945NT, Denver, CO 80202; and/or (2) by facsimile to (202) 353-0296; and/or (3) by overnight delivery, other than through the U.S. Postal Service, to Chief, Environmental Enforcement Section, 1425 New York Avenue NW., 13th Floor, Washington, DC 20005. Each communication should refer to United States et al. v. The S.W. Shattuck Chemical Company, Inc., D.J. Ref. 90-11-2-741/1.Start Printed Page 2244
The proposed Consent Decree may be examined at the offices of the EPA Superfund Records Center, EPA Region VIII, located at 999 18th Street (check in at Suite 300), Denver, Colorado 80202. A copy of the proposed Consent Decree may also be obtained by faxing a request to Tonia Fleetwood, Department of Justice Consent Decree Library, fax no. (202) 616-6584; telephone confirmation no (202) 514-1547. There is a charge for the copy (25 cents per page reproduction cost). Upon requesting a copy, please mail a check payable to the "U.S. Treasury", in the amount of $17.75, to: Consent Decree Library, U.S. Department of Justice, PO Box 7611, Washington, DC 20044-7611. The check should refer to United States et al. v. The S.W. Shattuck Chemical Company, Inc., D.J. Ref. 90-11-2-741/1.Start Signature
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Now that I'm pursing a career in the culinary field, I often get asked what my favorite thing to make is. The truth? I don't have one! (No one is satisfied with that answer.) My favorite thing to make is the thing I haven't yet made. Yeah, that's definitely an oxymoron but it's true.
We all have our go-to's, those make up the majority of our weekday lunches and dinners. When we exhaust our list of staples, what do we do? We run through them again. My week is usually pretty packed and the meals I make reflect that. They don't take long to make and they're pretty simple (I think I've said it before, but leftovers are SO underrated).
The kitchen has always been a therapeutic place for me. Whether I was baking with my grandma's or concocting my own creations; I was constantly coming up with substitutions for ingredients (like eggs) because we were often short of something integral to a recipe (I write that with a smile on my face – love you, mom!). The kitchen is, in many ways, a safe haven for me. A place where creativity can shine and memories can be made.
Right now, I have the best of both worlds. Technically, thanks to my day job, I work in a kitchen all week long, and I love it, but it's different than cooking in your own kitchen. It just is. The environment is faster paced and mistakes come at a higher cost. It's where I go to learn, to push myself out of my comfort zone and to grow. It's expanding my mind in so many ways, yet, I still crave that quiet time in my own kitchen.
My kitchen is where I go to clear my head and de-stress. From a professional standpoint I'm still very much in the stage where I don't know what I don't know and everyone knows it, which is something I am very aware of. I've been graced with such a patient, open minded learning environment but that fact also makes me want to try harder. It's a total blessing to have people investing time and energy into teaching you but it makes me want to show up tenfold in return. At work, I take things very seriously, myself included.
When I have a day or two off sometimes other things take priority but I usually find time to cook up at least one or two new recipes. Those are my favorite ones. So many people get in the rut of making the same meals over and over and over again… year after year after year. If that works for you then keep on keeping on, but it just doesn't jive with me. There's so much potential, so many different kinds of food. I actually freak out a little when I think about all of the ingredients I pass in the grocery store that I'll never notice or get a chance to try.
A few weeks back I took advantage of an extended weekend and immersed myself in the kitchen. I come across a lot of recipes online that I put aside for an opportunity when I can make them, or I'll see one in Bon Appetit, the monthly magazine I'm subscribed to. More recently, as I continue to learn about different kinds of foods and various cuisines I'll challenge myself to come up with something I would normally only get from a restaurant or buy from the store, then I'll do some research and make it. Easy as pie, right? Not always, but it's a learning experience and that alone makes it rewarding.
These times in the kitchen, by myself, with the music blaring – no where to go and nothing pressing to do – will always be some of my very favorite. On my own, I love to experiment and lost in my own thoughts, I'm free to do just that. The recipes, for now, provide an often needed guide but liberty is always taken and so are lots of photos (because nothing's better than the chance to combine two of your passions).
I just bought my first chef's knife and it is SO SHARP. (I'm told – repeatedly – that fingers grow back so there's not much to worry about.) Honestly, I can't wait to put it to use. My knife skills are sorely lacking and I'm more than ready to remedy that situation. I look forward to continuing to share my journey and my food, with you, the reader. I regularly share posts and story updates on my adventures in the kitchen (at work and at home) via my Instagram and Facebook pages. Follow along and send me a photo of your latest creation! Check back soon for some of the things I've been cooking up recently.


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Depending on how one prefers to spend his or her Saturday nights in January, last night provided two solid options for the modern pop fan: Head out into the cold for Lana Del Rey's show at TD Garden, or stay in and watch Halsey on Saturday Night Live. Those who kept it locked to the couchfront were rewarded by the Hopeless Fountain Kingdom singer, who delivered two performances that got this new season of SNL off on the right heel. Sure, sure, everyone this morning is busy talking about host Sam Rockwell dropping an f-bomb during the show, but we're here just trying to untangle Halsey's "Him & I" duet with G-Eazy, which complemented a rousing performance of the Jersey native's own hit "Bad At Love." Revisit our review of Halsey's headlining TD Garden show from October, as well as her appearance at Kiss 108's Jingle Ball last month, and watch both of her SNL performances below. Featured image via screengrab.
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As you've probably figured out by now, I'm a big proponent of artists using social media to promote their art, but I know that many of you are skeptical. I get it. You see it as a giant time suck that will stop you from spending time doing what you love—making art. And that certainly could happen if you don't have an effective plan. But I'm suggesting that you can make social media work for you in 30 minutes or less per day.
That's right, I believe that with a focused plan you can promote your artwork on social media in 30 minutes or less a day!
Let me lay out a plan for you:
First, understand that you don't need to participate on all of the different social media platforms available to you. Instead, pick only those two or three platforms that are used by your target audience. Here are two examples: If you've identified women in the 30- to 60-year age range as your target market, then get involved in Facebook and Pinterest, which are the two most popular platforms for that target audience. Or, if you've identified 20-something art enthusiasts as your target market, then you might want to focus on Instagram and DeviantArt.
Next, decide how often you want to send out messages about your art and your life as an artist to your target audience on your selected platforms. I've heard people say that you need to post four and five times a day. Really? Personally I think that's too much. Think about your favorite artist and ask yourself how often you would want to hear from him or her. Once a day? Three times a week? Use that as your rule of thumb for how often you post.
Now start posting. Since you'll have a different group of followers on each platform, you can post the same message on all platforms—write/photograph once, post on multiple platforms. With a little practice, it shouldn't take you more than 5 minutes total to shoot a photo of some kind (images are a must!), write a post (including a couple of hashtags!), and post it in two or three places. Even if you're posting once a day, that's 5 minutes total each day.
On those same platforms, you also want to make a point of skimming over your older posts to see if anyone has responded to you. It's best to return a response within 24 hours, so spend 5 to 10 minutes a day checking on and responding to those messages from your followers that require a response.
Okay, so now we're up to 10 minutes. What do you do with the other 15 to 20 minutes in my 30-minute plan? Invest it in establishing and nurturing relationships with members of your target audience. Think about where they're congregating online, and go there. Join their conversations. Get to know them, and let them get to know you. Then eventually let select individuals know you're an artist whose work may interest them, and invite them to like your Facebook business page or become one of your followers.
Let me give you another example: I recently reconnected with an artist who paints still lifes involving vintage textiles, china, and toys. Her target market is obviously all the people who are interested in and collect those items. So where are they congregating and talking about their mutual love of vintage collectibles? On Facebook groups? On discussion boards? On blogs? Yes! Once this artist has identified a handful of the best online forums attracting her same target audience, she should spend 15 to 20 minutes each day participating in these group conversations.
Next week I'll talk about furthering these newfound relationships through your website, but for now, there you have it—social media in less than 30 minutes a day. If you work at it steadily and consistently, your smart investment of time will pay off in the form of more sales of your work.
What are your thoughts on this simplified plan? Let's connect!


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Would it make sense for some one to tell you a building was being kept secure from trespassers; yet, as you watched, over time, you didn't see anyone on foot patrolling the area (inside or out), did not see anyone watching monitors (where there even cameras monitoring areas?), there were no recordings from the monitors being kept for any period of time. How would you feel about the security of the building? Could the security team learn from break in attempts? Would the security team even know if there was a break in?
Are you involved in the PCI Compliance dance? Do you know your partners? Do you need a PCI Compliant hosting provider who takes the dance seriously? Who will hold your hand, and walk you through any difficult or tedious step?
If you are like me, you will be tweaking your Web site over time. Sometimes those tweaks will involving a site redesign, and sometimes it is just a matter of organizing your site better for search engine optimization -- SEO -- or making it easier for visitors to find a given page (the first choice of page name made sense at the time, but not now). How can you help those who bookmarked areas of your site as well as the search engines find the new pages?


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Different Types of Rugs
Rugs are used in our daily lives and because it's quite common, it's hard to decide which type of rug is perfect for your home and who is also suitable. In order to find a proper rug, we need to take a mind of their functions, their texture, their durability, and their design is also a must on your homes. The purpose of having rugs is to make the texture of your floor softer and more applicable for you, and it also helps you walk safer and sliding much rarer. In this article, we will talk discuss rugs and if they are compatible with your home, the advantages and also the disadvantages they will bring to you and your family.
Any type of rug needs a certain thing in order for them to be stronger for years to come, cleaning is one of those things, cleaning is very essential. Cleaning your rug does not only make you comfortable and safe but it also brings out the look of your rug, it attracts the eyes of your family and guests. Rug cleaning Lauderhill is a rug cleaning service that's worth your time, it'll properly satisfy you with the results it brings for your rugs and can properly handle your rug. They have the best tools for your rugs, they are also professionally trained and by that, they can ensure you proper rug cleaning service that'll attract eyes and bring safety.
The Two Types of Rug Material
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Natural Fibers rugs are rugs that are handmade, few examples are wool, cotton, silk, and jute and sisal, those rugs are much more durable and more of the high-quality materials. Wools are very popular for a reason, they have endless color varieties, they're very versatile, and they're durable too, the only setback is that they need to be professionally treated. Cotton Rugs and Silk Rugs are the types of rugs who is easy to dye, they are also very soft, they are also very versatile, they're pretty for busy homes. Jute and Sisal rugs are the rougher and tougher type of rug, they're a little bit similar to wool, they're absorbent to moisture but they have great texture and durability.
- Synthetic Fiber Rugs
The synthetic fibers rugs are rugs that are machine made, they don't necessarily give out that natural feel but they are a pretty cheap and also a very durable rug. Nylon rugs are one of the examples of synthetic fibers, they have many varieties, they're durable, they resist dirt and crumbs, and a nice appearance too but they easily fade. Olefin rugs or polypropylene is the most popular synthetic fiber rugs, it has wool-like durability and affordable and it has nice varieties too but the setback is it's not resilient. Lastly, Polyester rugs, polyester rugs are a great rug if you're looking for a good-looking one and it doesn't fade easily, it's cheap but the setback is that they're hard to dye.Read More


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You can select which column to sort a SELECT statement by at runtime, using just one parameter. To do this, declare one parameter and use it with a CASE command. Then, include each column you might want to sort by as a CASE condition, for example:
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NAND flash memory is a type of non-volatile storage technology that does not require power to retain data. NAND flash has reduced erase and write times, and requires less chip area per cell, therefore permitting better storage density and lower cost per bit than NOR flash it also has up to 10 times the endurance of NOR flash.
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Best Reviews about Android Tablets: MOTOROLA XOOM Android Tablet (10.1-Inch, 32GB, Wi-Fi).
Best Reviews about Android Tablets: MOTOROLA XOOM Android Tablet (10.1-Inch, 32GB, Wi-Fi). Redefining the tablet by offering more ways to have enjoyable, join with friends and keep productive on the go, the Motorola XOOM Tablet boasts a dual core processor with each core operating at 1 GHz, 10.1-Inch widescreen High Definition display, and ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking.
Winner of the Best of Show award at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the XOOM also provides support for Adobe Flash Player, enabling you to view the website without compromise.
It runs Google's Android 3.0 Honeycomb working system, which provides a multi-touch, holographic user interface that increases on Android favorites such as widgets, multi-tasking, browsing, notifications and customization.
It also provides the newest Google Mobile improvements, including Google Maps 5.0 with 3D interaction, access to more than three million Google eBooks and Google Talk with video and voice chat.
The Motorola XOOM Tablet features a front-facing 2-megapixel camera for video chats over Wi-Fi through Google Talk, as well as a rear-facing 5-megapixel camera (with LED flash for stills) that captures video in 720p High Definition.
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The 10.1-Inch display provides console-like gaming performance on its 1280 x 800-pixel display, and it features a built-in gyroscope, barometer, e-compass, accelerometer, and adaptive lighting for new types of apps.
Other features include a 32 GB internal memory, memory expansion through optional microSD cards (with future software upgrade), 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, access to personal and corporate e-mail, High Definition 1080p video playback, HDMI output for connecting to a compatible HDTV or monitor, and a 3250 mAh battery for up to ten hours of Wi-Fi web browsing.
Android 3.0 Honeycomb, specifically optimized for devices with bigger screen sizes such as tablets, the Android 3.0 platform (dubbed Honeycomb) introduces a brand new, really virtual and "holographic" UI design.
With 5 customizable home screens, you can effortlessly access your favourite live widgets or app shortcuts. Each screen features a familiar launcher to entry to all installed apps, as well as a Search box for universal search of applications, contacts, media files, website content, and more.
Multitasking in Android 3.0 is easier than ever, and you can use the Recent Apps list in the System Bar to see the tasks underway and quickly jump from one app context to another.
You will even see a snapshot of the last screen viewed in that application as a visual reminder. The Android onscreen keyboard has also been redesigned to make entering text quick and accurate on bigger screen sizes.
Power Accessories beyond the Charger, the Motorola XOOM Tablet has a wide range of optional accessories to expand its power and capabilities.
The "smart docks" are no longer just a place to charge your device they make Motorola XOOM Tablet a portable play and work station that matches your lifestyle.
The Standard Dock can be utilized for watching video content or listening to music via external speakers as the device charges.
The Speaker High Definition Dock enables you to send High Definition content directly to your Television or blast your tunes without attaching external speakers.
Vital Statistics, The Motorola XOOM Tablet weighs twenty five ounces and measures 9.8 x 6.6 x 0.5 inches. Its 3250 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to ten hours of video playback, up to ten hours of Wi-Fi website browsing, and up to 3.3 days of MP3 playback.
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Best Reviews about Android Tablets: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1-Inch, Wi-Fi). Enjoy music, movies, TV shows, applications, and more–wherever you are–with the Best Tablet Galaxy Tab 2.
The tablet sports a 10.1-inch touchscreen and is operated by Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, which delivers a smooth user experience.
The Samsung Media Hub application offers you access to thousands of new movies and TV Shows and allows you play your buys on up to 5 devices at a time.
You can also use the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 as a universal remote for your home entertainment devices and stream video, music, and photos to your DLNA-enabled TV using Samsung's AllShare service.
A free 1-year 50 GB subscription to Dropbox, a web-based file-sharing service, is included. Turn Your Tablet into a Universal Remote, the Smart Remote application and built-in IR blaster turn the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 into a universal remote control, enabling you to control all of your home entertainment devices, such as your Television, cable box, DVR, and Blu-ray player.
In addition, the Smart Remote learns what you like and provides you with personalized recommendations. Discover a show, click the "watch" button, and see your Television automatically switch to that show.
Using AllShare, Samsung's content-sharing service, you can wirelessly stream multimedia content from your tablet to your Television or another DLNA-enabled device. And if you want to leave the living room, you can keep tuned in–Smart View enables you to wireless stream what's on your Samsung Smart TV to your Tablet Galaxy Tab 2.
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Access All Your Favorite Applications, using the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2, you can surf the web, discover 450,000 applications offered in the Google Play Store, and select from thousands of new TV shows and movies wherever you are–producing the tablet an excellent entertainment companion.
With the 10.1-Inch High definition screen, you will see websites come to life and get immersed in your favorite games.
Media Hub for Recently Released Movies and TV, the tablet comes installed with Samsung Media Hub, an application that allows you watch thousands of new movies and TV Shows on the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2′s excellent 10.1-Inch High definition display.
Media Hub delivers TV Shows the day after they air and movies the day after they come out on DVD, along with older selections. With Media Hub's "buy once, play anywhere" capabilities, you can access your media on the go with your Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 or Samsung smartphone, or watch on the large screen at home using your Smart TV or Smart Blu-ray player.
With an HDTV accessory, you can also connect your Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 to any HDMI-enabled Television to watch HD movies, YouTube videos, and any other Tab content on the large screen.
The Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 includes Adobe Flash Player, providing you access to more games, videos, and other rich content online.
Includes Free 1-Year Dropbox Subscription, the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 comes with a free 1-year subscription to Dropbox, an online file-hosting service.
With this subscription, you can store up to 50 GB of your favorite digital content–such as pictures, movies, and files–and share files with coworkers, friends, and family members.
Smooth User Experience and Multitasking with Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich. The Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 is run by Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, which delivers an exceptionally smooth user experience.
In addition, Samsung's TouchWiz user interface enables you to see live news and weather on your homescreen, and multitask using multiple open windows with Mini Apps.
Dual-Core Processor and MicroSD Slot, the Tablet Galaxy Tab 2 sports a fast dual-core processor that offers a smooth user experience whether you are playing games or surfing the web.
You can also use the microSD card slot to add up to 32 GB of additional data storage or effortlessly transfer music and image files.
Product and Warranty Information, the tablet measures 10.1 by 6.9 by 0.38 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 1.28 pounds. It includes a 3 MP rear-facing camera and a VGA front-facing camera with one-Year Limited Warranty.
Samsung Hub: Video Hub is your personal video store concierge with more than 1000 titles and counting. Additionally, there is virtually no wait time during progressive downloads, which means you can enjoy video contents right away.
The Readers Hub allows you delve into the intimate pleasures of digital reading with a wealth of e-books on your own personal screen.
For your greatest convenience and satisfaction, Music Hub offers a full music store loaded with your favorite tunes.
And Game Hub is your go to source for premium and multi player games. Additionally, it allows you jump into action any time – wherever you are.
Input/Output Connectors: Docking (30-pin to USB 2.0 Host port), Audio: 1 x 1/8 Inch (3.5 mm) Headphone, 1 x Built-in Speaker and 1 x Built-in Microphone, Flash Media Slot: 1 x Micro SD (Up to 32 GB).
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I had a great time in Seattle speaking at the AUGI CAD Camp on Monday in Seattle (next Tuesday in Minneapolis). In addition to showing Project Photofly live and other great Autodesk Labs technologies I also showed a live demo of the new Project Geppetto in 3ds Max 2012.
Project Geppetto is an early technology preview available free from Autodesk Labs that allows you to create animated people in 3ds Max 2012 and 3ds Max Design 2012 either following paths or idle and look different and have different actions. This technology answers the need for moving characters in your animations instead of just frozen people of the same character used over and over in a scene. The best part is that some of the idle people appear to have zombie characteristics.
I can almost hear this character moaning "brains…"
You can even have the zombies chase your bosses head created using Project Photofly.
Here are images linked to animated GIFs so they play on all browsers.
Project Geppetto created crowd of people.
A close up of one of the people that appears to me to have been a zombie acting like they are reading an invisible book or answering a phone, while they stalk you. Brains… brains… brains!Download geppetto2.gif (14875.4K)
To be fair this is an early preview and where this is most likely headed is nothing less than amazing with textured people, object avoidance, and more.
See what a professional can do with Project Geppetto
HNTB Geppetto Test
Not a way to start the day today.
What's worse than spilling coffee on your keyboard, sneezing with a mouthful of oatmeal...what a mess. Its like a nuclear bomb of oatmeal went off. Racing to find all of it before it dries to concrete globs...
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Apartment Hotel Opening September 2020
Manchester's cutting edge just got very comfy
The wheels are in motion for our new apartment hotel in Manchester – the Cotton Yard, coming soon.
Our new Manchester apartment hotel will offer a mix of studios and suites over four floors in the existing building and eight duplex penthouses in a new two-storey rooftop extension. The build will take approximately 12 months and we will welcome our first guests in September 2020.
Buzzing with character and charm, this Mancunian warehouse on the corner of Canal Street and Chorlton Street is the perfect venue to host a Staying Cool landmark apartment hotel. Once the site of Oliver Peyton's avant-garde Mash & Air bar and restaurant – a favourite haunt of some of the Staying Cool team – this cornerstone of the city's culture will be restored to its vibrant former glory.
Phil Burke, Chair of Village Licenced Businesses Association said: 'We are really excited about bringing Staying Cool into the Village Quarter and reinvigorating this fantastic building for a new lease of life as a boutique apartment hotel.''
Questions? We've prepared a helpful Manchester FAQ's page for questions we get asked regularly about Cotton Yard. If there's anything you think we've missed though please don't hesitate to contact us.
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What causes halitosis? The answer may not be what you expect. Halitosis is not only embarrassing and socially inhibiting, but it can also indicate a mild to
Most people associate halitosis with issues in the mouth only. According to the International Journal of Oral Science, oral conditions account for 85 percent of all halitosis. Poor oral hygiene allows food and bacteria to accumulate between the teeth,
A visit with your dentist or dental hygienist will entail an examination that includes a check for cavities, dry mouth
Consider the following to reduce halitosis:
- Proper toothbrushing
- Use of interproximal cleaners, such as floss or interdental cleaning devices
- Cleaning the tongue
- Periodontal treatment
- Smoking or tobacco cessation
- Mouthrinses that claim to reduce halitosis
- Chewing
In rare instances, halitosis can be caused by a medical condition. Bad breath can occur from infections in the nose, sinuses, throat or lungs. People who suffer from chronic sinusitis, postnasal drip or digestive issues may battle halitosis as well. A fruity odor could indicate Type I diabetes in children and Type II diabetes in adults. Dry mouth or xerostomia can be caused by certain systemic and autoimmune diseases as well as the use of some prescription drugs. If the malodor is caused by a medical condition or infection in the oral cavity or body, it can be resolved with proper medical or dental treatment.
Dry mouth can be controlled by
Sugar freemints or gum
- Oral probiotics
- Mouth moistening products available in
toothpastes, rinses andlozenges
- Fluoride
- Regular dental care
Knowing what causes halitosis is the first step to eliminating this common and embarrassing problem. With the help of your health care provider, you can identify the culprits and freshen your breath. Recognizing the causes of halitosis will help reduce the risk and give you the tools needed to minimize odor and gain confidence.


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The red haired actor is thought to be one of the favourites to play the lead role in the upcoming 'Fantastic beasts and where to find them' Harry Potter spin-off trilogy.
Both he and Nicholas Hoult are in competition for what is thought to be the biggest role of the decade. The first installment has been rumoured to have a November 2016 release.
The author of the original stories, JK Rowling has been working with the team behind the hugely successful Potter movies on the planned spin-off, and one of the original directors David Yates has been confirmed as director.


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This Guide to Mindfulness and Meditation includes Techniques to Relieve Stress, Depression, Panic Attacks & Anxiety. It will help anyone who wants to find Complete Peace and Happiness.
Meditation has been shown to be very effective in dealing with many issues including stress, depression and anxiety. Would you like to feel calmer and more at ease with your life? Would you like to be happier and more fulfilled? This book contains proven steps and strategies on how to use mindfulness and meditation in daily life to combat the symptoms of stress, depression, panic attacks and anxiety and to lead a more peaceful and happier life. You will find information on how increasing gratitude in your life can boost happiness, as well as specific tips and guides for combatting stress, depression, and anxiety.
Here is a preview of what you will learn:
- What is Meditation and Mindfulness?
- The Definitions, Differences, History, and Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness
- Preparing to Meditate
- How to Meditate – a Step by Step Guide to the Who? What? When? Where? How?
- How to have a Meditative & Mindful Way of Life
- The Attitude of Gratitude
- How to Find Inner Peace and Happiness Through Meditation and Mindfulness
- Tips and Techniques to Combat Stress, Depression, and Anxiety
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Tips to avoid Internet and shopping scams
The Pahrump Valley Times is proud to introduce a new regular feature in our community section starting this week. Leslie Kim is an expert on fraud and fraud prevention. She has agreed to supply weekly columns to the PVT in an effort to combat fraud in our community.
Editor's note: The Pahrump Valley Times is proud to introduce a new regular feature in our community section starting this week. Leslie Kim is an expert on fraud and fraud prevention. She has agreed to supply weekly columns to the PVT in an effort to combat fraud in our community.
If your email in-box is like my in-box, it's overflowing with offers of aardvarks to xylophones.
It's important to understand that scammers do not take time off during the holidays. To the contrary, heavy shopping season acquaints to heavy scamming season. They're actively searching for victims to exploit during the annual holiday buying frenzy.
If you want to protect yourself from Internet scams, start with these online shopping tips.
Let's start with your computer. Protect it! Make sure that you have anti-virus and anti-spyware software and a secure firewall.
Shop only on sites that you know are trustworthy. It's unlikely that you'll get scammed on Amazon or websites associated with major retailers, however your chances of a bad experience increase dramatically if you order from .binkiesfinetoys in Monrovia or Uzbekistan.
Always protect your personal information. There are two words, when used together, that scare the heck out of everybody — "Identity" and "Theft"
Read the site's privacy policy so that you fully understand how your information will be used. If the site does not have a privacy policy posted, avoid it because it's a real possibility that they increase THEIR income by selling YOUR information.
When ordering from a website, confirm that your purchase transaction is secure. When you get to the page that asks for a password, credit card or other personal information, make sure that there is an "s" in "https//" and that you see the "lock symbol" in the lower right hand corner. Use a credit card. Under federal law, charges may be disputed if an item is not received.
Read and understand the Return Policy before you purchase anything. If there isn't one or if it is vague and non-specific, do not hit the purchase key.
Understand your rights relative to delivery. If no delivery date is stated or guaranteed, then it might be 30 days before your order arrives. Federal law mandates that orders made by mail, phone or online must be shipped by the date promised — but if they make no promise or guarantee, your order gets to you when it gets to you — possibly long after Santa has taken off his boots, stabled the reindeer, and is relaxing in his new Serta Lounger.
Consistently check your credit. In the month or more it takes for your bill to arrive, a crook could have had a very happy holiday on YOUR credit.
And when you get your statement, review it carefully!
Don't fall for phishing scams. Phishing, pronounced just like what you do with a rod and reel, is the solicitation of personal information via the Internet, the telephone, the mail or even in person. If you get an email asking you to confirm your information because of a security breach … the sender IS usually the security breach.
Remember, legitimate businesses do not use email claiming problems with an order to convince a buyer to reveal personal information. They just don't. (This is also true of telephone contacts. If someone calls you from Bank of America's Security Department, hang up. Then pick the phone back up and YOU initiate a call to the bank to confirm or be told the call was a scam. In almost all cases, it's the latter).
With regard to holiday shopping, be on your toes there, too. Live this mantra — if it sounds too good to be true, it's probably NOT true.
This is another area that demands that you read the small print.
Beware of up-selling. "Oh, do you want doors with that car? That'll be $2,348 extra!"
Bring the ad along with you so that you can match and verify the advertised price.
A "new game in town" is a restocking fee. Some stores will add this fee if you return electronics or high end items. Legitimate ones tell you up front. The others "surprise" you at the service counter after-the-fact.
Always know what the return policy is BEFORE you purchase.
Many consumers, even the smart ones, have a wallet full of credit cards but are afraid to use them lest they become victim to the two most terrifying words of this decade. "Identity Theft."
While the risk could outweigh the benefit in a small unknown store for a few trivial items, it is the reverse in a known store when used to purchase more substantial items. Usage of that credit card gives you an element of control.
If you are unsatisfied with the purchase, the credit card company will go to bat for you if there are problems with the item or the return. Many cards also offer benefits that the average person is not aware of. Like adding an additional year to your warranty.
By the way, take time to READ all that stuff that comes in the mail along with your credit card. You may be amazed at what you've been missing!
But what do you do if the bad guys get you?
Do not just sit there and take it in the shorts. Go to www.ag.nv.gov and click on complaints. If you live in another state and just happen to be reading this column, go to the AG's website in your own state. The Consumer Protection Division is your best friend in such cases.
Have a safe and happy holiday, one and all!
Leslie is the Editor of The John Cooke Fraud Report (since 1994), a publication that educates all levels of fraud investigators and law enforcement personnel, the Executive Director of www.fightfraudamerica.com, among the most extensive fraud information sites on the Internet, and the author of 123 Main Street … the Scamming of America — available on Amazon and soon at the PVT office.


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PR(07)29: Iceland fails to incorporate rules relating to detergents
The EFTA Surveillance Authority has decided to send a reasoned opinion to Iceland for failure to incorporate Regulation (EC) No 648/2004 on detergents.
Iceland should have incorporated the Regulation no later than 3 December 2005.
Regulation (EC) No 648/2004 establishes rules designed to achieve the free movement of detergents and surfactants for detergents in the internal market while, at the same time, ensuring a high degree of protection of the environment and human health.
Issuing a reasoned opinion is the second stage in infringement proceedings. The EFTA Surveillance Authority could bring the matter before the EFTA Court if Iceland fails to produce a satisfactory reply within three months of receiving the reasoned opinion.
For further information, please contact:
Mr. Hallgrímur Ásgeirsson
Director, Internal Market Affairs Directorate
Tel. (+32)(0)2 286 18 60; or
Ms. Claire Koeniguer
Senior Officer, Internal Market Affairs Directorate
Tel. (+32)(0)2 286 18 63
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This prayer was recently offered up at a meeting of the leadership of the Western Region of Maryknoll Sisters during their conference and retreat in Monrovia, CA.
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According to theologian Tom Oord, we need a revolution. One that isn't just social and political, but is spiritual and religious as well. One that believes creation and all creatures are intrinsically valuable.
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My expectation and intention is that in this odyssey, new epiphanies will take place and that the relationships developed on the journey will bear fruit in surprising ways.
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Dowd writes, "When religion fails, economics is unbounded by even the crudest requirements to protect nature's life support systems. When religion fails, economics becomes demonic."
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Jesus called for a fundamental shift from the service of money to the service of God. "Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand." I translate Jesus's message into "Seize an Alternative: An Ecological Civilization Is Possible."
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All too often today, at least in the United States, "spirituality" is juxtaposed to "religion" as an alternative. "Spiritual but not religious" has become a cliché. It often becomes individualist, self-serving, and separated from concerns for justice and peace in the public world.
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"Ana is an exceptional and great singer-songwriter, with her introductory 'mini album' instilling a listener's music world with a hefty measure of dramatics. It's easy to give yourself over to her, which is a very important factor of trust between her and her listeners." DOP MAGAZIN
After the recently released EP "Open Heart", the Serbian media started hailing the new singer-songwriter star of the local indie rock scene. In her solo project, Ana Avramov, also the founder of the band In Absentias, lets herself go with theatrical pop harmonies that take listeners to the sensual ends of another time and space. Her deep, expressive vocals spread through traces of Americana and intimate rock. She's well-known to regional festival stages, having performed at Exit, Street Musicians Festival and Indirekt. She's coming to MENT with a band, and her debut album is expected in 2019.


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by Manfred
(Berlin, Germany)
Dear fans,
Sorry, my english is not perfect, but i remember Hopalong Cassidy's
white horse, two colt revolvers and dark-blue clothes. For a long,long time I have seen Hopalong in West-Berlin, always at the Sunday cinema.
He was my cowboy dream. He was the best!
Good bye -
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