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My Secret Identity Has Gotten Completely Out of Control
When a superhero picks a secret identity you want it to be nondescript. You want to develop a personality that people recognize but that does not draw attention. Well Captain Justice was doing just fine with his Judge John Roberts identity. Until this past week that is. When the President offered me the nomination to the Supreme Court, all I kept thinking was that my secret identity has really gotten out of control!
This Judge John Roberts identity was perfect. I mean, look at my record, not much there to cause a fuss. I did well at Harvard Law School, became a Republican, clerked on the Supreme Court and found a nice job on the U.S. Court of Appeals. This left me plenty of time to fight crime as Captain Justice, defender of law and order! Whenever I spied the Captain Justice signal I'd call for a recess, throw off my robes and don my Captain Justice costume! I'd head to the scene of trouble in my Justice Mobile! Petty crooks and arch criminals all were foiled by my mastery of the fighting arts and secret Captain Justice gadgets! Now what the hell am I going to do?
I can't throw a Supreme Court hearing into recess I'm only one Justice! And I can't call in sick, look at Rehnquist for Christ's sake, if he can make it into work ANYBODY can. What if Doctor Chaos and his henchmen try to attack the mint again while I'm listening to testimony in some case that will will finally overturn Roe v. Wade?
Well it's my own fault for investing so much in this John Roberts identity. I should have stayed a lower court judge. Stupid, stupid, stupid! Everybody knows you never let your secret identity become more famous than your superhero identity!

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Pinehurst Hit and Run Accident Injures Family of Four
A hit and run accident on Wednesday night in Pinehurst has caused injuries to a family of four.
The wreck happened around 8:15 p.m. when a small white car hit a car carrying members of the Ellis family and then fled the scene. Four members of the Ellis family, Donald, Shannon, Amber and Josh, were injured.
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Advances in Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatment of Brain Tumors
Presented by: Steven D. Chang, MD
Professor, Neurosurgery
Stanford University Medical Center
October 30, 2014
There is a delicate balance when it comes to treating brain tumors. How do you effectively destroy the cancer cells while avoiding damage to the nearby normal cells? How can you operate on such a complex organ without causing neurological problems?
The answer lies in new tools and technologies that involve less invasive procedures that use computers and robotics, and more refined use of radiologic imaging, said Steven D. Chang, MD, a professor of neurosurgery, who spoke at a presentation sponsored by the Stanford Health Library. The optimal strategy depends on the individual and the type of brain cancer that needs to be treated, and is individualized for each patient.
Glioblastoma, for example, is an extremely aggressive form of brain cancer that affects more than 15,000 people each year. These tumors are highly malignant, and because the cells reproduce quickly patients usually survive only a few months without treatment.
Surgical Procedures
In the past, glioblastoma was treated solely with basic surgical techniques. Today an innovation known as an interoperative MRI scanner (iMRI) allows a surgeon to conduct an imaging scan while the patient is still in the operating room to ensure that all visible cancerous cells have been removed. The OR team can access the MRI images during the procedure without having to move the patient out of the operating room. This process maximizes the chance of removing as much tumor as possible and improves patient outcome.
The system can be set up in several ways, with the imaging instruments on a sliding mechanism on the ceiling, in an adjacent room, or integrated into the operating room bed. "We can take a picture of the skull to see if we have done the best job possible," Dr. Chang said. "It's a powerful tool to have available."
A recent study of 44 glioblastoma patients found that almost half had a residual tumor after the surgeon thought the procedure was complete. The iMRI allows the surgeon to continue to resect the tumor after the scan for the complete removal of all radiographically visible cancer cells before the skull is closed up.
Another advanced surgical strategy is an awake craniotomy, in which language function directly tested during the procedure by having the patient speak to the surgical team during the tumor resection. This procedure is used when the tumor lies close to the language center of the brain as a way to preserve speech. The patient is sedated without a general anesthesia for initial comfort and then awakened once the brain is exposed.
Since the brain has no pain receptors, there is no discomfort during the actual surgery. The neurosurgeon is able to map the brain's speech areas as the patient speaks and interacts. If speech is affected during the electrical stimulation and mapping that area of the brain is marked and preserved. This approach is especially useful since many tumors look like normal brain tissue, said Dr. Chang.
Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) is a type of magnetic resonance imaging that maps the internal structure of the brain. The brain's neurons are intrinsically interconnected like the branches of a major highway. DTI creates a complex and detailed map of the white matter tracts, which are the internal neurological pathways of the brain. The resulting image shows where the neurons intersect so the surgeon can avoid critical areas.
Dr. Chang showed an image of a tumor that abutted the neurological pathways involved in motor function; DTI enabled the team to plan the surgical approach in a direction that avoided these crucial nerve tracts. In another example, DTI was used to identify and avoid the neural tracks in the back of the brain essential to vision, preserving the patient's sight.
Another useful technique is a functional MRI (fMRI), which depicts the patterns of activity and creates detailed maps that show which parts of the brain are involved in a particular neurologic process. During the MRI scan, the patient performs a series of tasks, such as speaking, answering questions, and moving the hands to activate the parts of the brain involved in motor, speech reception, and expressive function. The MRI shows the patterns of activation so critical function can be spared while removing the tumor. This powerful tool is especially helpful for patients who have had a previous injury or for those who are bilingual since the site of activity may be moved from its normal location.
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The CyberKnife is a robotic radiosurgery system that delivers beams of high-dose radiation with extreme accuracy to treat tumors. It combines computerized imaging with radiation therapy from a linear accelerator to precisely deliver radiation in the three-dimensional pattern of a tumor.
This noninvasive technology is used as an outpatient procedure so patients are back to work or school almost immediately. It is also often more cost-effective compared to surgery or traditional radiotherapy and does not interfere with other treatments such as chemotherapy.
"It is extremely precise and can be used to treat inaccessible tumors," said Dr. Chang. "It can be used as an alternative to conventional surgery or radiation therapy, and in conjunction with these strategies as part of a multimodality treatment plan."
The CyberKnife, which was invented by Stanford neurosurgeon Dr John Adler, incorporates a robotic delivery system that can deliver images in real time, which means it can accommodate a patient's movements during treatment. Multiple radiation beams are used, with each beam focused on the target for an accrued impact. Originally designed to treat brain tumors, it is now used for prostate, pancreas, spine, lungs, and liver. More than 7,000 patients have been treated with the two CyberKnifes at Stanford.
This type of radiosurgery is also an important tool for peri-optic tumors, which are difficult to treat because of their location so close to the optic nerve. Studies have shown that vision is preserved—and in some cases improved—after treatment with the CyberKnife. A similar challenge is addressed with acoustic neuromas, which are accessible for surgery but located right alongside the hearing nerve.
Dr. Chang said that these advances are due in large part because Stanford's experienced neurosurgeons work as a team with specialists in radiology, pathology, oncology, radiation oncology, and other professionals to improve outcomes and quality of life for people with brain cancer.
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Steven D. Chang, MD, is the Robert C. and Jeannette Powell Professor in the Neurosciences, director of the Stanford Neurogenetics Program and the Stanford Neuromolecular Innovation Program, and co-director of the Stanford Cyberknife Program. A noted expert in radiosurgery technology, Dr. Chang is at the forefront of refining new strategies for using radiation to treat brain cancer. He received his MD and completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at Stanford. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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Shinsuke Nakamura is the best entertainer WWE has at present. Nakamura as a villain is doing an outstanding job. He is the reason, why people love to watch SmackDown Live. He has competed in several pro-wrestling promotions across the globe and has been a Champion worldwide. In WWE, he is currently feuding with AJ Styles for the WWE Championship. Let us understand, why he should be the next WWE Champion.
Nakamura is a former two-time NXT Champion in the WWE. Ever since he made his debut on SmackDown, he became a superstar overnight. His unique entrance, combined with his on-screen persona along with his peculiar wrestling moves, segregates him from the rest of the roster. It made him a larger than life personality for his fans.
Nakamura won the 30 man Royal Rumble match in 2018. He became the first person ever to enter at number 14 and went on to win the match. Nakamura thus got the privilege to face AJ Styles for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 34. Although he lost the match, the fans got to see a new villainous Shinsuke Nakamura. He delivered a low-blow to Styles after the match and eventually turned a heel.
The duo again collided in the Greatest Royal Rumble PPV, but the match ended in a double count-out. Meanwhile, Nakamura kept on delivering the low blow to Styles and also Kinshasa repeatedly, week after week on SmackDown. At the Backlash PPV, they both faced each other once more, but the match ended in a draw and the title didn't change hands.
The rivalry continued and Nakamura and Styles collided once more on the May 15th episode of SmackDown. The winner of that match was supposed to select the stipulation for their final title match at the Money in the Bank PPV. Nakamura won the contest and decided to have a Last Man Standing match for the WWE Championship at the PPV.
Nakamura should win this match and become the next WWE Champion. By now, he has known AJ Styles inside out (having faced him so many times) and can predict AJ's wrestling style. Styles might be an innovative brawler, but Nakamura can anticipate Style's signature moves. Also, the stipulation- Last Man Standing, is his choice. Therefore, Styles will be entering Nakamura's playground to defeat him.
Also, Styles will have the pressure of a Champion. Nakamura can wrestle in a relaxed manner as he won't have much to lose. He has previously defeated legends like John Cena, Randy Orton who are veterans in the WWE. Thus, defeating AJ Styles wouldn't be too difficult for him.
Nakamura is street-smart and knows how to turn situations to his favor. The last man standing matches are highly unpredictable and AJ Styles would have to be extremely careful to not try any stunts, which might cost him his Championship. Nakamura is the best villain in the WWE currently and he would go to any lengths, to grab the WWE title.
Also, it would be highly beneficial for WWE is Nakamura wins the WWE Championship. He is a global superstar and fans across the world love his villainous attitude. If he wins the title, it would pop up the ratings of the PPV and also garner high viewership to SmackDown. WWE fans would be eager to see a new story-lines and feuds, with Shinsuke Nakamura as their Champion.
In light of the above factors, it is very probable that Nakamura could become the next WWE Champion. He has all the ingredients to become a world-class Champion. He can become one of the greatest WWE Champions of all time. It would be 'best for business' and we would love to see it happen on 17th of June, at the Money in the Bank Pay-Per-View.


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The peaceful pitter-patter of autumn rain in a work of art and technology in-one.
I'll give you a cloud so you can listen to the peaceful pitter-patter of the autumn rain on the wet, cloudy windows.
I'll give you a cloud so you can revel in the warmth of a cozy house while it's bitingly cold outside.
I'll give you a cloud so you can admire the wonders of nature that gracefully fill the vast canvas of the sky.
This poetic autumnal dream goes by the name of Cloud House, and is a work of art and technology in-one, created by American designer, Matthew Mazzotta.
A small wooden house nestled in the lush green of nature, above which towers a suspended cloud, of which you can hear the sound of rain falling delicately onto the roof, while you rock on a rather retro rocking chair.
This cozy space with a rural feel is a corner for meditating and rediscovering the senses.
But that's not all.
The Cloud House is (also) an ingenious installation.
Built with materials salvaged from an old farmhouse, there are two rocking chairs inside which, when you sit on them, trigger the rainfall that falls onto the roof; it is then collected and stored in a tank located below the house itself, helping the plants surrounding the house to flower.
This creation offers a moment of tranquility on the one hand and, on the other, invites you to think about how nature works, in particular the importance of the water cycle.
The Cloud House is situated inside the Farmers Park of Springfield in Missouri, USA.


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Jen is one of Top Floor's longest standing team members. She has been a part of many different areas of the business over the years, starting out as a Project Manager back in 2001 and then transitioning to a sales role. After a few years in that position, she transitioned back to the PM role before moving into more of a recruitment role. She has helped to build the Top Floor team by assisting in finding key individuals to fill open roles. Most recently, Jen has been back on the sales end of things, and is excited to see what the future holds for Top Floor in coming years.
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Washington DC, ideally known for its political and historical importance, is one of the best places to spend a beautiful vacation with your family. There are many attractions here that are perfect to enlightening and entertaining your kids equally. Most of these attractions can be explored on a friendly budget, especially if you avail a Go Washington DC Explorer Pass, which gets you a discount of up to 40%. Try and explore all the places given below on your Washington DC tours, to make it more exciting and memorable. You can also choose a private tour guide Washington DC to explore all these areas.
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial (FDR Memorial)
Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the 32nd president of the United States. This memorial is completely dedicated to Roosevelt and it is composed of mainly four rooms. Each of these rooms represents the four terms that he served as the commander in chief in the United States. One of the highlights is the sculpture of the president, made out of bronze metal. Other than that, statues of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and her trusty canine, Fala are also exhibited over here. So, take your kids to the FDR memorial and let them dwell into one of the important pages in the American history.
Free Museums in the National Mall
The National Mall features many malls and memorials that are great for spending time with your family. You can explore most of the museums here free of cost. So, make use of the opportunity and discover many interesting things that are exhibited here, along with your family. There are also a lot of attractions in the National Mall for your kids to look at, ranging from classic arts to the wonders of aviation and the natural world.
Breathtaking Sights to Behold at the Gravelly Point
Located in the Arlington county of Virginia, the gravelly point is the best place to watch the planes take off and land. This point is actually at the end of a runway at the Ronald Reagan International Airport. Gravelly Point is open to the public as well, and the best time to come here is during lunchtime, when you can see the planes taking off overhead; kids will be really excited at this amazing sight.


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The party leaders' meeting which was held today under the patronage of the Speaker has reportedly ended without any agreement being reached between the parties.
Reliable sources revealed that the meeting abruptly ended as several party representatives had stormed off from the meeting following a heated exchange.
Meanwhile all parliamentarians entering the Parliament chamber are reportedly being subjected to a thorough body search before they are allowed to enter.


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In mid-October, the African Development Bank (AfDB) convened a gathering of agricultural experts and stakeholders in Nairobi, Kenya, to address the spread of the Fall armyworm in East Africa. In addition to representatives from Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, the Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan and Uganda, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), the African Agricultural Technology Foundation and Syngenta Foundation were present.
Participants presented information on the efficacy of various control methods and technologies, shared financial and regulatory approaches in fighting against the spread of the pest and discussed options for providing smallholder farmers with technologies for combating the worm. Among the solutions presented, it was observed that Fortenza Duo, a seed treatment pesticide from Syngenta Foundation, had been effective against worm outbreak in Southern Africa.
According to an AfDB press release, the AfDB's Regional Manager for Eastern Africa Joseph Coompson stated: "[I]f no appropriate action is taken, fall armyworm could cause maize yield losses of 21-53 percent – valued at US$2.48 to 6.187 billion, in 12 African countries within five years."
Meanwhile a new study funded by the UK and German governments and published in the Journal of Applied Entomology this week investigated the effectiveness of naturally derived biopesticides against Fall armyworm, including garlic, oranges, chillies and sex pheromones. According to SciDevNet, "In 2017 … researchers reviewed literature and product labels, profiling active ingredients particularly those in Africa to assess effectiveness of biopesticides against fall armyworm and other armyworms in general." Meanwhile, a piece on the study in the Guardian UK states that the researchers identified a total of eight biopesticides "that should be fast-tracked for registration and prioritised for trials" – and suggested that governments could help subsidize these alternative controls for smallholder farmers.
From the B4FA Fellows, we hear from Michael Ssali, who writes about the need to understand crop propagation, and Lominda Afedraru, who reports that Uganda politicians are being engaged for farmer outreach around GM crops – while Jimoh Babatunde reports on tackling the challenges of aflatoxin.
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AfDB leads pan-African campaign against Fall armyworm
Garlic, chillies among natural fall armyworm measures
Plague of caterpillars threatening food crisis may be halted with safe pesticides
Guardian, UK
Researchers take genomic sequencing to the farm to help transform lives
AgBio news
Uganda politicians engaged to do farmer outreach around GMO crops
Daily Monitor, by B4FA Fellow Lominda Afedraru
Ghana: CSIR-CRI launches new pro-Vitamin A maize variety
Kenya cotton farmers get a presidential nod to grow genetically modified cotton
The Exchange
Scientists design a more productive maize to cope with harsh climates
FarmBiz Africa
New 'scuba rice' could protect 49 million acres of rice fields from flooding
Genetic Literacy Project
Argentina approves first drought-resistant, herbicide-tolerant GMO soybean
Genetic Literacy Project
Edible cotton? USDA approves biotech seeds that can be spread like peanut butter
Genetic Literacy Project
Precision plant breeding could boost sustainable rice production 25 percent
Genetic Literacy Project
Quality seed, key in achieving agricultural productivity
Standard Digital
Precision plant breeding could boost sustainable rice production 25 percent
Genetic Literacy Project
Excessive regulation, trade wars may give rise to black market for biotech crops, experts say
Genetic Literacy Project
Give Bt Brinjal the go-ahead
Daily Pioneer
Genetic engineering solutions for medical and agricultural challenges
Blue and Green Tomorrow
Best practices
Uganda: Understanding crop propagation better
Daily Monitor, by B4FA Fellow Michael Ssali
What a Gold Rush-era orchard could mean for the future of food
National Geographic
Extreme botany: The precarious science of endangered rare plants
Yale Environment 360
Climate change and environment
Bill Gates leads global call to accept realities of a warming planet
New Scientist
World Bank official calls for more investment in climate resilience in Africa
Sowing hope in The Gambia
UN Environment
'Agric produce central to Nigeria's export industry'
Daily Trust
Paths to success for African scientists
With new tech and opportunity, African agriculture gets a makeover
The Christian Science Monitor
Young entrepreneurs lend glamour to African agriculture
US, Kebbi sign $10m agreement on agric development projects
Exclusive interview: Audu Ogbeh, Nigeria's minister for agriculture
African Business Magazine
Nigeria: Govt, AfDB launch tech programme for wheat production
Namibia: Horticulture plays significant role in agricultural sector
African Development Bank to showcase key agriculture initiatives at 2018 World Food Prize events
Ecofin Agency
Inclusive value chain development employs a gender focus in Uganda to give men & women opportunity to start banana seed business, train farmers, & share planting material of consumer-preferred varieties
Africa's big philanthropy: agriculture and food security
Let Africa develop! The David and Goliath of modern trade
Brown Political Review
How can small-scale mechanization help farmers and rural communities escape the poverty trap? Watch this short video and learn more here
Energy and innovation
Renewable energy and food security trends in Africa
BizNis Africa
Food security
Ghana: Of food security, nutritional meals
Daily Guide Africa
With increased hunger and malnutrition in the world, Governments and all stakeholders should strengthen commitments to working for a zero hunger generation, it's possible by 2030. Watch more here
Press TV
Improved indicators for agriculture and food security
To end food waste, "We have to do something about the food system"
FUNAAB VC advises FG on food security
Africa's unresolved conflicts a key driver of food insecurity
Africa Center
Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) and the UN World Food Programme (WFP) enter a partnership to tackle food insecurity and rising levels of malnutrition in Kampala
Africa News
2018 World Food Prize recognizes action to improve child nutrition
Food security: Evaluating roles of research institutes
New Telegraph
Pests and diseases
Tackling the challenges of aflatoxin
Vanguard, by B4FA Fellow Jimoh Babatunde
'Mycotoxin contamination of crops will only get worse with climate change'
Feed Navigator
Ernest Aubee wins award for mitigating aflatoxin In Africa
Recombinetics Launches TARGET-TB with researchers in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland to develop genome editing solutions for bovine tuberculosis
Hoard's Dairyman
Critique of Gates Foundation's organizational culture should be warning to all philanthropy
Capital Research
Opinion: The EU gene-editing decision: Parliament should not let it stand
Agri Pulse
African Union and United Nations discuss their common agendas
The African Exponent
The GM debate
Nigeria: Agency asks activists to stop campaigns against GMOs
The Guardian
'Anti-GMO group vilifying us, creating fear'
The Nation Online
Viewpoint: Success of first ever gene-edited soybean exposes folly of EU's hostility to crop biotech
Genetic Literacy Project
Viewpoint: It's time to replace our fear-based genetic engineering regulations
Genetic Literacy Project
Opportunities and resources
Conference: Boosting Growth to End Hunger by 2025: The Role of Social Protection. African Union headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 24-26 October 2018
Webinar: Join discussion on commercialization opportunities for orange-fleshed sweet potato: Kenya, Malawi and South Africa
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Africa agri-food development programme applications now open
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Samsung has released a teaser video for all the desperately waiting Galaxy S2 fans in US. There is no other view that Samsung galaxy s2 i9100 is the best selling android smart phone across Europe and Asia. Though there were talks of SGS2 not being released in US. But finally following video will excite you if you are fan of this phone and waiting eagerly sitting in US.
Samsung Galaxy S2 I9100 is one of the best smart phone ever with the features like 1.2 GHz dual core processor, 4.3" super AMOLED plus screen, 8.0 mp camera with flash, 1.2 mp front camera and many more. This is probably the lightest and thinnest android phone available right now.
As we mentioned in our previous post about the release of Samsung galaxy s2 i9100 in US, Samsung is all set to release this phone on 29th August 2011 in New York City.


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New Build Marketing Ideas – How we help you sell
Printing and installing for New Build marketing projects is a speciality that Johnsons take seriously. Our renowned high quality printing in both literature and wide format print, such as hoarding, is not the only reason why we are chosen. We like to work with designers, manage the project from design to installation and create impressive and cost effective new build marketing solutions.
We work with you to offer advice and help even before the project commences. By putting an experienced project manager at your disposal, Johnsons ensure that everything is looked after from start to finish.
We enjoy making your site stand out and draw attention to passers by. Creating new build marketing ideas that reflect the quality of your build is important throughout the sale period, and our quality in production and installation ensure this.
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Jack Ma Yun, founder and CEO of the Internet-based Alibaba Group, is the first mainland entrepreneur to appear on the cover of Forbes magazine. In 2014, he was the country's wealthiest man (excluding Hong Kong) with a fortune estimated at US$24.1 billion (S$34 billion), and the 18th richest person in the world.
On Dec 11, the Alibaba Group agreed to pay HK$2.06 billion to acquire the widely read and revered 112-year-old Hong Kong English-language newspaper South China Morning Post (SCMP) — which has about 4 million website visitors per month, of which two-thirds come from outside Hong Kong and the mainland; and a print readership of about 100,000 — and all other media assets owned by SCMP Group. The acquisition has expanded Alibaba's multiple media assets to 25.
Ma has said that his initial intention with this deal is to improve China's image and provide a different perspective from other Western media.
Analysts believe that Alibaba is trying to diversify and decentralize the company's layout to create a positive image.
I personally believe the challenge of burnishing the image of China globally and maintaining the SCMP's editorial independence may be more difficult than boosting Alibaba's bottom line, considering Ma is already admitted into the pantheon of the super-rich.
But it is reassuring to hear Alibaba's executive vice-chairman Joseph Tsai say that "in reporting the news, the SCMP will be objective, accurate and fair" and "day-to-day editorial decisions will be driven by editors in the newsroom, not in the corporate boardroom".
China cares about the country's image in the eyes of the world and wishes to counter any negative perceptions.
But the country also needs to reflect in a mature manner on the feedback it receives from the outside world in order to attain the international status that befits the second-biggest economy in the world.
It is in this respect that a newspaper of record such as the SCMP, famed for its editorial excellence and independence, can play a crucial role.
In actual practice, while the SCMP will be answerable to Alibaba, an intelligent balancing of SCMP and mainland media coverage can only reflect well on China.
The privileged access of the SCMP in this regard will only propel this storied paper to new heights.
The combination of political power and media is hardly a new phenomenon.
As a matter of fact, media baron Rupert Murdoch has practically refined it to an art form. It remains to be seen if Ma's delicate touch in business can be transferred to the media world.
He can look up to a more recent example in Amazon.com founder and CEO Jeffrey P. Bezos, who took over (for US$250 million) The Washington Post in 2013, also with the aim of expanding it beyond a daily newspaper.
However, Ma would be wise not to exploit the SCMP's prestige as purely a money-spinning tool, nor to allow it to degenerate into a blatant propaganda tool, even if by proxy.
Ma is right to capitalise on Alibaba's digital technology to take the SCMP to the next level, especially on mobile devices. To grow the readership globally, the paywall on SCMP.com will be scrapped.
His media investment strategy of combining TV, radio, newspapers, websites, film, video, new media and e-commerce has demonstrated the viability of a new business model in the "Internet Plus" age.
He should be praised for pioneering ways of leveraging the Internet to help traditional industries in transition.
From now on, Ma will have an even closer relationship with our city.
His acquisition of the SCMP is a strategically smart move for Alibaba to vie for global influence, a necessity for Beijing to have more say in global affairs.
The positive fallout for us is that Hong Kong becomes a more vibrant world-class media center.
The energetic tourist guide, who enjoyed interacting with visitors to China not that long ago, is fast proving himself to be not just a visionary in technology, commerce and media, but possibly a patriot as well.
The author is an independent scholar and freelance writer. She is also the founder and president of the China-US Friendship Exchange, Inc.


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Yes, I'm sorry about yesterday's post. I almost didn't post today either because I've had a bad headache/migraine all day. I spent most of the day in my room in the semi-dark. I didn't get much done today either. I did get a few pages in my 2020 bujo done, though. I hope to get more done tomorrow. I have my habit tracker for January mostly done and I have the first weekly for January done. I need to put in my habits. I need to decide if I am going to add or remove any for the new year. I am not sure yet. I'm also going to try to limit my use of washi in this year's bujo. I love my washi, but it makes the poor journal so bulky by the end of the year. I will use some washi, but not as much as I usually do. We'll see how long I keep to that! :p
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with Bakersfield Glee Club, The Re-chords, Tracy McNeil, Fergus and Adam / ROLLER ONE, White Elephant, Little John, Chris Altmann & Que Paso, Clinkerfield, Brothers Grimm & the Blue Murders
I had wanted to go to this event for the past three years but I either had something on or no money to go when it came around. I was determined to make it this year even if it did mean I had to miss one of the films I really wanted to see at the film festival. As I was very busy afterwards I didn't get the chance to go through the photos for a long while after I would usually.
Bakersfield Glee Club had played the night before at the Forum but it was still good to see them.
It was strange to see the Re-chords on so early in the day, but they had another gig on at the Retreat so they had to leave early.
I hadn't seen Tracy McNeil since she supported Eilen Jewell earlier in the year, so it was great to see her again.
Fergus and Adam were good, but as they were quiet it was hard to hear them at times with everyone talking.
Around this point in the night I went down to Smith St to get dinner, only just making it back to see the last few songs of White Elephant's set. It was still good to see them and I am looking forward to seeing them again.
I hadn't seen Little John before, but I thought they were great and they had a lot of fans.
One of the highlights of the day was Chris Altmann & Que Paso, with a few people turning up just to see them. I am looking forward to their CD launch at the Thornbury Theatre already. I wondered why the ladies were screaming out for Zane, but it turned out it was his missus and her friends.
Clinkerfield were great also and it was good to finally see them after only seeing Jimmy doing solo stuff beforehand.
Brothers Grimm & the Blue Murders were good too, but I had wanted to leave at 10pm as I had to work the next day and I had already been there since 2.30pm that day. I will try to get back to see them in the future.
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Oh boy, Riverdale. You certainly know how to ramp up the drama!
With just three episodes to go before the season finale, the show is beginning to tie up loose ends (and creating a whole bunch of new ones, obviously.)
So, here's everything you missed on this week's episode.
First off, Nick St Clair (Veronica's ex and the guy that nearly date-raped Cheryl) is back – and kidnaps Archie to blackmail the Lodge family.
This causes Veronica to agree to sleep with him when she can't cough up the cash (Dad Hiram refused to give it to her), and the pair set up a hotel rendezvous.
As if THAT wasn't gross enough, Nick then sets up a webcam so a tied-up Archie is forced to watch the whole thing. Seriously, vom.
However, as Archie breaks free and gets to the hotel, Veronica had spiked the would-be rapist and he's passed out on the floor – so they then blackmail Nick's family as a form of revenge.
Archie has a lot on his plate this week as his obsession with the Black Hood reaches new levels – and sets out on a mission to find him.
Fellow amateur sleuth Jughead in the meantime is trying to figure out who killed Midge during the Carrie musical last week – and instead discovers the truth of Chic's identity.
Are you ready? He's not Charles Cooper.
In a classic switcheroo, the guy claiming to be Chic reveals that the real one Cooper brother is actually – which causes Betty and Alice to knock him out and lock him up in the garage.
When they go and investigate what happened with the real Chic, Betty gets a call from the Black Hood, who warns her that Fake Chic has killed before.
Alice also finally admits that Charles, the real one, is the result of a relationship with Jughead's dad, FP (Fandom, you are so ON IT at the moment!)
Betty and Jughead then head to a graveyard with demands that Chic tell the truth.
When the Black Hood turns up, and it looks like Fake Chic's luck has finally run out as they run off into the distance.
As Betty returns home, Alice is alone and dad Hal is nowhere to be seen…
Is the real Black Hood closer to home and (as fans have suspected for ages) Hal?
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Yea, that got the crowd excited
As a final surprise at NYCC it was announced that Sigourney Weaver would be joining the cast of The Defenders as the villain. She came out on stage and everyone went pretty damn crazy. No word on who she will be playing, but it's a pretty massive pull.
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Cloning your existing XP Pro installation to a new hard disk can be done in one of two ways.
As described elsewhere on these pages, XP Pro offers automated system recovery
You can use this method if you're planning to move your system to a new disk or even to a machine with a radically different architecture. It is however, a lengthy process and involves reformatting of the destination disk before the system is reloaded. It also requires the key for the installation CD and reactivation of the product (unless you restore to an identical pc and hard disk)
If you have Norton Ghost (v8 or later) then there is a simpler procedure.....
Run the Microsoft system preparation tool (sysprep) which can be found on your installation CD in ...support\tools\deploy.cab (if you have SP1 installed you will need the updated version of the tool)
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The International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care (ISNCC) has made the difficult decision to postpone their ICCN2020 event scheduled for London 29 March - 1 April 2020. This will include the UKONS pre-conference event scheduled for the Royal Marsden on 29th March.
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Over the last few weeks members may have noted that the emotional needs of people with cancer has made the national news headlines. In January, Macmillan Cancer Support reviewed the use of their support line and revealed that 2019 had seen 240,000 calls, a 7% increase in total calls.
Are you a nurse currently working in cancer or providing care to persons affected by cancer? Are you either under the age of 35 orwithin the first 5 years of working in cancer care? If you answered 'yes' to both questions, or know anyone who would, please read on…
The eagerly awaited NHSE guidance on the streamlining of MDTs in England was published in January. This guidance has been made in recognition that the substantial pressures on the MDT system (increasing numbers of patients and shortages of specialist nurses, radiologists, pathologists and oncologists) has resulted in the current MDT approach of reviewing every single case as being unsustainable.
World Health Assembly has designated 2020 the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife. Nurses and midwives play a vital role in providing health services. We are the people who devote their lives to caring for people across the world; giving lifesaving immunizations and health advice; looking after older people and generally meeting everyday essential health needs. Nurses are often, the first and only point of care in their communities.
The United Kingdom Oncology Nursing Society (UKONS) is inviting applications for a research grant of up to £20,000. This funding has been allocated to support a preliminary research study to investigate the risk to nurses of occupational exposure to cytotoxic drugs using current best practices for safe handling.
The UKONS Board are delighted that our annual conference in Telford 22 – 23 November was such a success. The Board received very positive feedback at conference from delegates, speakers and exhibitors. Please follow the conference Tweets to find out more #UKONS2019.
With a career spanning more than 30 years, Mandy has worked to influence, challenge and improve outcomes and experiences for people living with cancer in London and the South East of England. Since qualifying as a nurse in 1984, she has gone on to have an impressive career in oncology, cancer nursing and research. From her early roles at Guy's Hospital, Amanda's drive to improve the quality of life of people with cancer and make sure people receive equal care has been outstanding.
UKONS were proud and delighted to attend the glittering and prestigious Nursing Times Awards at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane in London on Wednesday 30 October. UKONS were shortlisted for the UKONS SACT Competency Passport that has been taken up across most of the UK.
NHSE has announced that all Trusts providing an Acute Oncology (AO) service will need to provide detailed figures on the functioning of this service. This will be collected via the Cancer Outcomes and Services Dataset (COS-D). COS-D has been the national standard database for reporting cancer in the NHS since 2013. The AO data collection items will form part of the new version of COS-D which will come into operation when Trusts upload their April to June 2020 (quarter1) figures from July 2020.
Once again, the European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) joined the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) at their annual conference. This year the conference was based in the impressively sized 'Fira' Exhibition centre in Barcelona and was the 12th EONS conference to be held.
The 2018 National Cancer Patient Experience Survey was released last week. The annual survey was targeted at NHS patients with a confirmed primary diagnosis of cancer who were discharged after an inpatient episode or day case attendance for cancer-related treatment in the months of April, May and June 2018.
A UKONS -funded Cochrane review published in 2018 found no evidence of benefits from closed system drug-transfer devices (CSTD) when used for administration of SACT. Following this publication UKONS released a position statement indicating the uncertainty in the benefits of CSTD. The Cochrane review received a number of criticisms, some of which were from authors who have been previously funded by the manufacturers of closed system devices.
vAt the national Acute Oncology steering group in June 2019 there was an extensive discussion around the potential role of the pharmacist in further developing Acute Oncology services. This discussion was initiated by Meera Desai the Senior Oncology Pharmacist at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust who has provided a discussion paper on how the role might be developed and fit with other roles within oncology and acute oncology services. As a result, this discussion paper was developed to capture the views of the multidisciplinary team, both within, and outside of, Acute Oncology.
Cancer Research UK is pleased to announce Rachel Taylor from University College Hospital London as the winner of the Cancer Research UK 'Excellence in Cancer Research' category of the 2019 RCNi Nurse Awards. The prestigious award is the only one in the UK to recognise and celebrate the work of cancer research nurses.
Earlier this week Macmillan Cancer Support released new guidance on the provision of prehabilitation for cancer patients. This follows up 2017's review of evidence which concluded that prehabilitation should be integrated into routine cancer care. This new document outlines the principles of prehabilitation and offers advice and support on how this can be achieved in practice.
Theme: Innovation and Inspiration: Celebrating the Global Impact of Oncology Nurses
29 March to 01 April, 2020
International Conference on Cancer Nursing is the longest running international conference for our profession and offers a unique opportunity to meet with international nursing leaders from around the world. The conference is attended by practitioners, researchers, educators and leaders from national/regional cancer nursing societies, oncology institutions and other organizations representing cancer nurses around the world.
The national prostate cancer charity, Prostate Cancer UK, has produced a web resource highlighting the positive contribution Clinical Nurse Specialists make in caring for men with prostate cancer. The aim of the resource is to promote the role of the CNS in prostate cancer and to try and ensure that every man with the disease has access to a CNS who can provide him with specialist support.
A recent study has indicated that in seven high-income developed countries the incidence of colon cancer is increasing among younger people despite the overall rates remaining static or falling over the same period.
In the last few weeks an editorial in the BMJ has led to an interesting debate regarding when palliative care should be offered to patients with a cancer diagnosis, the level of integration it should have with oncology services and the attitude of the public and professionals associated with referrals to palliative care.
The British Oncology Pharmacy Association recently published the BOPA Standards for Reducing Risks Associated with Electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration Systems (ePMA) for Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT)..
The UKONS board recognises that Multi- Disciplinary Team (MDT) working is a valuable and important element of Cancer Care in the UK. We also recognise that the system is no longersustainable in its current format whereby all patients with a cancer diagnosis are 'discussed' initiallyand at various points in their treatment pathway, resulting in a treatment plan being formulated and approved.
We are looking for patients, cancer nurses and surgeons to participate in an international online survey. We are asking participants to help decide the most important outcomes to report in future surgical trials for gastric cancer.
A hugely positive study recently published in the British Medical Journal has indicated that a programme delivering the immunisation of 12-13-year-old girls has resulted in a dramatic reduction in cervical disease in vaccinated 20-year-old women found at screening.
Mary is a Nurse Consultant in Lymphoedema at the Royal Marsden. Last month she won the BJN 'Oncology Nurse of the Year' accolade. UKONS spoke to her a bout her introduction to cancer nursing, her interest in Lymphoedema and her feelings about oncology nursing in general.
The British Journal of Nursing Awards ceremony was held on 8th March 2019. A range of nursing professionals were awarded for their work in specialist fields. They were recognised for making outstanding contributions and for putting patient care at the heart of their roles, inspiring other colleagues and helping drive the profession forwards.
The UK Oncology Nursing Society (UKONS) have developed a Systemic Anti- Cancer Therapy (SACT) Competency Passport Learning Outcomes Framework, which aligns with the UKONS SACT Competency Passport and provides further guidance for assessing practice competence with the aim of standardising SACT competence assessment across the UK.
To view the UKONS SACT Competency Learning Outcomes Framework, log on to the UKONS website. The document is filed within the SACT MIG resources.
A diagnosis of cancer and accompanying treatment can have a negative effect on sexual function. Many people with cancer find this a distressing and worrying feature of their illness which can reduce quality of life. It has been known for some years that patients...
As we move rapidly into October, Breast Cancer awareness month, a new book entitled 'The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer: How to feel empowered and take control' has been published which provides a guide for patients from the point of view of two doctors who have both been diagnosed with, and treated for, breast cancer.


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In the world of Social Security Disability Insurance, not all disabilities are created equal. There is a list of certain health conditions that are considered "compassionate allowance" ailments or injuries. These virtually ensure that if an applicant that can prove they have one of the ailments on the list, they can receive Social Security Disability Insurance quickly.
Compassionate allowance ailments are typically the most serious disabilities – many of them will ultimately end up in the death of the individual with the disability. The idea behind helping these individuals get Social Security Disability Insurance payments faster is that often these people are so incapacitated that they are unable to get income from any other source.
While the average wait time for Social Security Disability Insurance is about two years across the country, for those who have one of the compassionate allowance ailments, the wait time is dramatically reduced – in the realm of months, rather than years.
Recently, 12 new conditions were added to the list:
If you or somebody you know has one of these conditions, rest assured that they will be able to receive Social Security Disability Insurance much faster. This will help ensure that their quality of life is as high as it possible.
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Employee Retention – Part 2
In Part 1, we discussed the importance of employee retention and engagement.
In Part 2 of this series we will be looking at strategies you can use to better retain your employees.
Hiring the right employee is just the beginning. Use these strategies to help your organization retain employees and build a legacy of success.
- Offer Reasonable Salaries.
Depending on the size and scale of your company, you will be looking for employees with different skill levels.
While you might think it's a good deal to hire entry level staff to work on expert level projects, the time that is wasted and the frustration that is created can backfire.
Ensure that your expectations of the job and the skill level of the employee match, then create your salary expectations accordingly.
The employees of today are better at understanding when they are being underpaid, and if they feel they aren't getting compensated adequately they will leave.
- Have a Competitive Benefits and Perks Package.
Standards like health insurance and retirement plans are now considered basic low-level benefits.
It's a good idea to offer little perks and extras to employees such as extra leave days, free Friday lunches or dry cleaning pick up and drop.
These things might seem insignificant, but they go a long way toward making employees happy and make them believe that you as an organization care about them.
- Reward and Recognize.
When Reward and Recognition programs are done right they keep employees focused and motivated to perform.
Create a rewards and recognition system with these 6 key tips to get started: How to Create a Good Employee Rewards and Recognition System.
- Conduct "Stay" Interviews.
Don't just speak to your employees when they are entering or exiting your organization, speak to them while they are there.
Understand what keeps them at your organization. What is or is not working for them? What are the changes they would like to see within the organization?
Asking current employees questions like these keeps them engaged and helps the organization keep a finger on the pulse of the employee landscape.
- Create an Atmosphere that Encourages Development.
It's always advisable to help employees acquire new professional skills that will help them get ahead while working at your organization and serve them to advance their career.
Also look to promote your employees from within; show them a clear path to advancement.
Employees who believe there is no chance of growth within the organization might start looking for other opportunities.
- Don't Just Have an Open Door, Have an Open Mind as Well.
Having an open door policy is good in principal, but a lot of employees don't speak up or hesitate to share criticisms and feedback for a fear of backlash.
It is important for employees to be able to air their views, suggestions, complaints etc. to the management without fear of it affecting their position at the organization.
- Communicate and Live Your Business Values.
Feeling connected to the organization's goals is one way to keep employees mentally and emotionally invested in your company.
- Empower Staff to Become Coaches and Mentors.
Foster a culture of leadership and development within the organization and offer employees a clear path to advancement.
Ensure that your managers and senior executives are empowered to develop future leaders from within the organization.
- Communicate the Organizations Expectations from its Employees Effectively.
This may sound very basic, but often one of the biggest reasons for employees leaving is when there is a mismatch between what you expect them to do, what they do, and what they are capable of doing.
It is important to set goals and regularly measure performance along these set goals. So the employees know how they are doing and what they can do better.
Use these strategies to help your organization retain employees and build a legacy of success.


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As the pilot announces your descent, you start to feel ecstatic. Arriving in MBS International Airport, you are enthusiastic to start your Michigan vacation. You could wait in yet another line for the bus to take you to your Midland hotel or stand in the taxi queue and arrive slightly quicker. But, if you wish to start your holiday in Midland quickly, then having access to your own auto is imperative. If you are looking for a cheap car rental when you are in Midland, then National can help you out.
From the Terminal to Your New Set of Wheels
Once you get into in MBS International Airport you won't have to travel far to get a start on your Midland vacation. You will discover your National rental car conveniently located in or nearby the terminal. And, you'll relax knowing you reserved your airport car rental through CarRentals. We work with many of the best companies in the world. Open for business during 1947 with around 60 locations, National has grown into one of the world's leading car rental businesses with more than 2,000 locations worldwide.
When you reserve your MBS International Airport National rental car with us you can:
Select from the popular manufacturers such as Audi, Buick, GMC, Toyota, plus more!
Opt for the newest automobiles in every class. It does not matter if you want a minivan to take the kiddos and all their luggage around Midland or a convertible, giving you the chance to enjoy the sky above, National has an assortment of choices
Relax, because you will have a painless pick up and drop off. Merely bring your vehicle back to National at the airport and you will be on your way
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Having the use of a car rental when you are on a getaway opens up countless opportunities. If the Dow Gardens is catching your eye, or if there is a great restaurant you heard about located all the way on the other side of Midland, then simply get in your vehicle from National and go. When you book with us you can get the most affordable rates by prepaying ahead of time or use your credit card to hold your car and pay with whatever method you want at pickup. CarRentals gives you the liberty to drive where you want.


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story: Joshua Corbelli photos: Paul Heath
Cheryl and David Dulon had a dream. Then residing in the San Francisco Bay area, the idea that they would one day own a business was always at the forefront of their minds. They saw an ad, made a move and now, 13 years later, the Basshole Bar and Grill is more of a destination than it's ever been.
It's located at 20725 Lakeshore Drive, just off Interstate 5 in Lakehead. The 25-minute drive from Redding through lush greenery is more meditative than it is a nuisance. When the couple first took over the business, it was not more than a bait shop attached to a bar. The Pacifica transplants spent the next year knocking down walls, remodeling the kitchen and adding some much-needed zest to the place. "We always wanted to own our own bar and restaurant," Cheryl recalls. "My husband saw this ad in the San Francisco Chronicle. But when he went to call the next day, the ad was no longer there." Thinking the business had been sold, he almost brushed it off, but decided to call anyway. As it turned out, it hadn't been sold; the former owner's listing had just expired. "That was kind of a sign for us," Cheryl says.
The Dulons, along with their three children – 14, 16, and 18 years old at the time – made the trip north to check out the business, and immediately liked the area. At the time, Cheryl was enrolled in a teaching credential program at San Francisco State University, but made the choice to move when the opportunity arose – and she harbors no regrets. "You couldn't pay me enough money to move back to the Bay Area."
Moving to a small, tight-knit community such as Lakehead, the Dulons met some initial opposition. They were called "flatlanders," but David, a lifelong hunter, fisher and outdoorsman, challenged the naysayers to a stint in the woods. Soon, the locals took a liking to the family, whose ties to the community are now wrenched tight.
Walking into Basshole, one feels at ease. The regulars that crowded the bar in no way prohibited good service and friendly conversation with the patrons during a recent visit. Upon entrance, the bar is straight ahead; pool tables and abundant dining are to the left. To the right is a door leading to an outdoor patio, which the Dulons fenced in some years ago. The bar still remains a lucrative part of the business, but Basshole has garnered quite a reputation as a worthwhile eating establishment. Taco Tuesdays – where for $1 customers can customize their tacos – has been a tradition since the first year in business. Another draw is the Thursday pizza night. A $10 bill gets a 12-inch pizza and hours of free billiards. Don't miss out on a weekend breakfast with the bar's specialty: a bloody Mary.
Hanging above and behind the bar are numerous T-shirts with fire department logos. This trend started in 1999 when the Horseshoe Complex (an amalgam of some 15 fires in the Lakehead area) brought 2,500 firefighters to the area. "These guys would come in after working long shifts for dinner or whatever. When they left, some of them gave us shirts from their own departments. Ever since then we just started collecting them to show our appreciation for the firefighters," Cheryl says. Nowadays, when travelers come through and see the shirts, many leave theirs behind, even without having fought in the area.
In 2000, Dave and a friend started the Shasta Lake Trout Derby – an event that has since been a great success. The goal was simple: to bring people to the area in the fishing off season. "So many of these businesses locally rely on the tourism that the lake attracts, we just wanted to do something to help bring business." Each year the derby draws 170 to 225 participants, but the Dulons don't take a cut for themselves. The money is all reinvested into the derby, fish pen projects and other related donations. The Dulons have also started golf tournaments and various other projects throughout the year.
Adapting to the uncertainties of the economy, Basshole Bar and Grill, along with the adjacent bait and tackle shop, is still going strong.
Basshole Bar and Grill 20725 Lakeshore Drive, Lakehead (530) 238-2170 • www.bassholebarandgrill.com
Hours: Open: 4 to 10 pm Monday; 10 am to 10 pm Tuesday through Thursday; 10 am to 2 am Friday; 8 am to 2 am Saturday and 8 am to 10 pm Sunday.


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Steel Mesh Round Picnic Tables
Manufacturer: Vestil
FOB: Midwest Warehouse
Colors: Black, Green, or Brown
Steel Mesh Picnic Tables are constructed of heavy-gauge steel mesh with thermoplastic coating on benches and tabletops. The smooth, high gloss surface stays cool to the touch and resists fading, mold, and vandalism.
- Rugged tubular steel frame is powder coated black for rust prevention.
- Table corners are beveled for safety.
- PT-MX-RT tables have an umbrella hole 1-5/8" (ID).
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Nexiq 640032 USB Link Accessory Kit
Our Price: $30.80Code: 640032
Shipping Weight: 1.00 pounds
Product DescriptionNexiq USB Link Accessory Kit-
The kit includes the Protective Cover and the Cable Restraint
Protective Cover:
Protect your USB-Link and keep it clean. This snug-fitting
protective cover gives you a better grip on the tool, and also adds
a little cushion in case the unit is dropped.
Cable Restraints:This handy restraint is designed to prevent damage to the
USB connector—damage that can occur over time as the
connector is used. The USB-Link Cable Restraint just gives
an extra level of protection, prolonging the life of the connector