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BIM Coordinator
Our client is currently seeking to recruit a BIM Coordinator to join their team in their Dublin office and on site in Central/South County Dublin areas.
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- Maintain the project BIM Execution Plan and ensure its implementation in accordance with Employer Information Requirements;
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- Assist the project Document Controller in maintaining the CDE in accordance with PAS 1192-2 protocols;
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Recently, Hong Kong declared that there would be thorough investigations of several financial institutions and banks due to supposed breaches of the country's money laundering laws. This will be the first time in years that these types of investigations will be carried out, and authorities are determined to get to the bottom of what has occurred.
It is no secret that Hong Kong is one of the most active financial centers of the world, and that is one of the reasons why it has such a high risk of having potential money laundering crimes occurring within its borders. Like many other countries, Hong Kong also puts strict regulations on its financial institutions and requires them to analyze their clients' accounts, complete risk assessments, and report any suspicious activity that they may find.
Hong Kong adopted the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorist Financing Ordinance over two years ago, and it still plays a vital role in the country's financial sector to this day. This ordinance, which is better known as AMLO, was what allowed regulators in Hong Kong to acquire new powers and to be able to better enforce their laws. For instance, because of AMLO, Hong Kong financial regulators are now able to take disciplinary action against any financial institutions or individuals who fail to meet the legal requirements that have since been established. This was a big step for the government, and has allowed Hong Kong to stop more corruption than ever before.
Many officials describe AMLO as being the first piece of legislation that has ever required financial institutions and companies to have due diligence in regards to money laundering. Never before have these institutions been forced to strictly follow anti-money laundering laws and regulations.
Despite the new powers that have been given to regulators, however, full investigations are rarely ever completed. It is only when the audits that are regularly carried out report back that money-laundering regulations are being breached that any investigations then go underway. At this moment in time, authorities are not releasing any information pertaining to the current investigations until they are fully completed.
It is known, however, that there is one small bank that is currently being investigated in regards to its money laundering controls and anti-money laundering procedures. Additionally, the AMLO requires that all financial institutions and banks conduct risk assessments regarding a well-known Chinese official who is considered to be a domestic PEP. The investigations will include determining whether or not institutions have been successfully accomplishing this, and if regulations and laws need to be increase and strengthened in order to protect the financial system.
The individuals who are found responsible for these money-laundering breaches will face both legal and financial repercussions. Most countries impose fines on financial criminals, as well as potential prison time, and Hong Kong is no different. Hong Kong has stated that they will release more information once they have properly completed their investigations and verified all that they have learned.
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People who live on Bay to Breakers route share horror stories, tips and how they cope
Every May, unenlightened newcomers' jaws drop as they watch Bay to Breakers take over San Francisco. As they watch the throngs of costumed participants jog alongside the nude ones, they may think, "That's so SF."
But longtime residents of the city are torn on the race. Is it a celebration of everything that makes San Francisco unique? Or a nuisance that leaves litter and urine in its tracks?
"I think at the age I am now, I have two views on it." said Eric Dilda, an emergency room doctor who lives a half block off the race route. "On one hand it's a blast and I miss the days where there were huge hula bars and you could pull a keg. At the same time, I mourn the complete wreck the neighborhood is when it goes through."
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Nuala Sawyer, a journalist and nine-year resident of the Panhandle, has noticed the city's Department of Public Works and Recreation and Park Department stepping up their game year after year to keep up with the madness.
"The Panhandle is clean only hours afterward. Aside from a random pair of panties draped over a bush, it's remarkable how effective the cleaning crews are at making it seem like the event didn't even happen."
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Plus, anything beats the day of drunken debauchery that takes over the city in December.
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Rachio needs a drip setting and layman's explanation how to use it. I read a lot of conversation back and forth about number of emitters and it does not make sense to me. Can you guys at Rachio answer us about drip settings?
Need Drip Irrigation Setting
Hi @robertokc, good to hear from you, and apologies for the confusion. Could you tell what questions you have and I'll find a resource for you?
Hi Ben,
My point is there should be an option for drip when setting up a flex schedule. I'm reading comments from people who are getting all hung up on the number of emitters and number of plants. My thought is to have a standard drip precipitation rate of .9 or 1.0 gallons per hour and provide a way for people to input custom emitter in gallons per hour. If you cannot add drip, then provide an option for customers to put in a fixed schedule for the drip zones. Does this make sense? My irrigation is all sprinkler irrigation, but many have some drip irrigation.
Just set up rachio for my drip irrigation system. It seems like it would be so simple to have calculation of water usage using gph of emitter times # of emitters per zone. I have looked at the PR calculation you suggest and it is difficult to apply. Do you have plans for addressing this for your drip irrigation customers?
Definitely agree with both of you. Making drip easier to set up is something we'd like to tackle. Handling both in/hr and gpm is not something we can do currently, but it is on our roadmap and will be easier once we complete our server revisions.
I'm probably putting in some drip irrigation in my yard next spring and can't wait for this as well.
You can always put your drip zones on a separate fixed schedule to handle this now. You can have as many schedules as you like.
Thanks so much for the suggestions!
Putting drip in separate schedules does not work well because two zones cannot run simultaneously. Drip has low water pressure demands (generally) and very different cycles than lawn. On a 16 zone system we ran out of hours in the day - it is a big point of frustration.
Thanks @sperok. Appreciate the clarification. This is great info as we think about drip and how to improve it.
Have a wonderful day!
You can't give an option of gpm or in/hr? Seriously? Do you guys have any experience with drip, in the real world?
Maybe you need to hire a retired irrigator to help you.
The reason I mention this is because a buddy is trying to get the schedule right, on his controller. It is a disaster. Let's just say I am less than impressed with this product.
Add to that we have watering restrictions (which drip is usually exempt from), and this controller leaves a lot to be desired.
But, getting back to drip…
It works best when it is done on a daily basis. (Which is why it needs to be exempt.) Yes, it has very low flow rates, and could have very long run times. And could muck things up, if you have a lot of zones. (Not sure how brand x or y or z will fix that. Sounds like a basic design problem, in the system. 16 zones, for a residential property is a bit much. It must be a really big property. Which usually requires a larger meter, to handle larger zones. Like commercial properties do.)
The biggest problem that I see, which is not anything you guys have control over, is a mismatch of soil and emitters. A lot of folks try to shoehorn anything in, to an existing system, and hope it works the way the old spray heads do. Which, in the case of folks with heavy clay, is asking for BIG problems.
We played games with the settings for his drip zones. We know the root depth and the precipitation rate. (Well, I do, since I measured both. Not sure the average home owner has any clue about either, but let's put that aside.) It didn't seem to matter what we did: the schedule stayed the same! And it was way too short.
It would probably be fair to point out most "smart" or "Et-based" controllers are notorious for over-watering. Some by as many as 200%. (Based on work by the guys at Texas A&M.) The best one, which I mistakenly put in lots of, only went over by 20-25%. Which is what we also confirmed, by years of futzing with them. (The problems started when you tried to get one to back off by 20-25%. We eventually had to give up, and turn off the "smart" feature.)
So, bottom line is…
His landscape is burning up. We are trying to get it right, but your controller wants to pretend it knows more than I do, on how to set a schedule. It looks like a neat product, but I would never install one. Luckily…I am retired! So, you won't have to worry about me putting in Brand W instead.
If any of the member would like my input, on drip, please feel free to ask. I am not sure how this forum works. Some send out notices, on replies. If so, I will know. If not…and I am not busy doing retired stuff, I will try to check back in. But, no promises. Someone expects me to do all the things I was supposed to do, years ago. Ooops…!
There is an in/hr setting. It's defined in the nozzle section.
Start a different thread with the issues that you're having. There are a lot of good guys and gals on this forum that will go out of their way to help.
Not as a general rule. Here in the desert my garden runs daily, but my trees and shrubs only water every 7-10 days. It depends a lot on the soil type and vegetation.
The Rachio software provides settings for nozzle flow rate and soil type, including available water content and infiltration rate based on the soil properties. The algorithms take this all into account to determine the proper watering frequency and duration.
Is the schedule Flex Daily, or something else ? The schedule type would explain to what extent you would see changes. Definitely start a separate thread. Post screenshots of the zone settings.
Hmm…strange s/w, as I can not read what you posted.
Well, let's try anyway.
Yes, it does in/hr, but not gpm. That is one concern. (Yes, I know how to convert gpm to in/hr, based on area. Would rather not have to estimate the area, but since I knew what drip tube he was using, aka, the wrong one, I was able to figure out the area. Assuming he got the spacing correct.)
It is not my problem. It is a friend's, and this is where he steered me. I'll look for others.
OK, if you live somewhere with mostly sand, and can get roots to grow down to 8". Not my world, and I bet not the world of a lot of customers.
I can not give you screenshots, as this is not my unit. I know he has gone 'round and round with your tech support, and called me out of frustration.
All I know is he followed your tech support's advice, and he is still underwatering. We use the TAMU site, to give ET numbers and required water application. We can not get your controller to give us a schedule that works.
You will have to continue to address his problems, with him. I am just giving what I hope is an honest and unbiased comment on how I think it works. Or doesn't. I have no dog in this fight, so if his landscape dies, it isn't my concern.
I've given the same sort of advise to other manufacturers, of "smart" controllers. Some listen, some don't.
Others say "WHAT? Water restrictions? Huh? You mean that you can not water in the afternoon? I have never heard of that, anywhere. Well, we can't help you with that one." (Actual comment from…let's say Brand H controller guru.)
But, let's table all of that, and let me ask you some technical questions, which hopefully you can address. Maybe we can help him, without either of us wanting to strangle him.
So, in this case, through no one's fault (other than the guy who put it in), does your unit "correct" for a precipitation rate that is too high? And/or on a slope, which makes runoff more likely?
Case in point: drip tube with emitters that flow almost 1 gpm, in clay (with really shallow roots, which is a limit of living in this part of Texas), and on a sharp downward slope. What is the controller going to do? Is it going to figure out "Hey, this is putting out water too fast, and is going to run off, if it runs constantly." Or, is it going to cycle on and off, to prevent exceeding the percolation rate of the soil? (For some odd reason, a lot of Brand R drip tube has been installed here, and it all flows too fast. Makes programming easier, for lazy irrigators.)
Is it going to figure out "The root depth has been input as 2.5", so it is going to figure out it REALLY needs constant watering, as in daily? It sure doesn't look that way.
To be honest, I am trying to stay out of my buddy's problem, but when his drip system runs, it all runs down the street. His last controller did not do that. It also did not underwater. Clearly, something is wrong, and your tech guys don't seem to be able to help. So, that is the story.
His turf area seems to be ok. At least on casual inspection. Which is as far as I care to be involved. (At least until it floods the street.)
Let me first say that I don't work for Rachio. I'm just a guy that has one, thinks it's great technology, and enjoys helping others if I'm able. I strongly advise that he work through this forum. Not that tech support at Rachio isn't valuable, but there are a lot of folks on this forum that have a lot of regional experience, horticulture experience, lawn turf experience, etc. I doubt you'll get that from a single user in any tech. support organization. The wealth of experience on this forum is amazing. If he's not computer/internet savvy and you're up for doing it for him then I believe he can give you access and you can see it from your PC at home. See this article. (http://support.rachio.com/article/342-landscaper-access-new)
There are mechanisms for dealing with water restrictions using Rachio. I don't have water restrictions so I can't comment in detail, but I'm sure others here will guide you on it.
Yes, the algorithms understand the infiltration rate of the soil, the precipitation rate of the nozzles, and the slope to comprehend whether or not soaking periods are required. Here's another article on that topic. (http://support.rachio.com/article/283-smart-cycle-overview).
Yes, root depth has an impact on watering frequency, along with a whole bunch of other factors. Look at the 'Zone Attributes' table midway through this article. (http://support.rachio.com/article/385-flex-schedule-tips). As I mentioned starting another thread regarding his settings and what problems he's having will lead to an understanding why he is struggling to see that in his setup.
Terribly flawed research at Texas A&M. The researchers were called out for such poor experimental design on that smart controller study. Plus that study was done with old products, many no longer on the market.
@wfm8p, have you seen this online custom nozzle calculator that we've built? Additionally, this thread discusses this concept in detail.
@ar-t, yes we do – I personally have installed, maintained and repaired thousands of systems. Happy to personally chat with you or your friend over a call. If you're interested, please schedule a call with me.
What duration were you seeing? I'd be happy to review the settings and run the numbers. Do you know what type of schedule he was using; Fixed or Flex?
Happy to follow up on his support ticket. Maybe you can direct message me his name?
We don't enable Smart Cycle on drip zones, but the work around is to create a custom nozzle and set it as a lawn nozzle.
Yes, if you're using a Flex Daily schedule and the weather station's data confirms that ET for the day validates the need to water on a daily basis; i.e. allowed depletion is reached.
Sounds like a misalignment of soil and nozzle settings. Will need to review the support ticket to understand what was recommended to the user and how the system is currently configured.
@emil, if you have one emitter per plant this calculator is TOTALLY useless. Have you seen my post in another thread?
@Linn, I'll need to visit that thread, but I respectfully disagree that the equation is useless. Drip zones and configuration vary in complexity; especially when there's different application rates of nozzles and different counts of nozzles going to the same plant. In well designed systems, this is all considered and reflected in the layout of the system. Usually you'll see systems over engineered with numerous zones going to specific hydrazones, or less engineered systems with zones attempting to water multiple hydrazones…sometimes with both drip and turf nozzles on the same zone!
I'll review your other post and offer some recommendations. Offer to schedule a call is open to anyone interested. Please remember we DO listen and read all feedback and recommendations.
Uh, they used the controllers that were available, at the time. I personally know those guys, so I take slight exception to that.
Not that I am a fan of Aggies, in general. You would have to live in Texas to understand.
I used to live there. I understand.
Again, those problems are HIS problems to solve. He just asked my advice. If he wants to come forward or not is not my call. Not sure what else I can say.
My main "issue" falls along two lines. And since I am no longer in the "bidnis", I don't expect anyone to care, since I can not affect their bottom line.
The last thing I ever wanted was for customers to screw around with the controller settings, once they were set. We made quarterly visits, to change them. (No one wanted to pay us to do it on a monthly basis, so quarterly it was.) But, some customers just had to take "advice" from some talk-show horticulturist, who knew diddly-squat about irrigation. And then complain to us when things went awry.
So, controller set, box locked, and we take the key.
This product takes the opposite approach. So, if I was still in the bidnis, I would not install any.
To make effective use of this, the customer needs to know soil type, root depth, precipitation rate and some common sense to know "Hey, this schedule looks odd."
Hate to tell you, but a lot of irrigators don't know a lot of that. (Sad, isn't it?)
So, you wonder why folks ask so many "How do I…blah, blah, blah" questions.
Yes, I have now poked around a bit, and you do provide some explanations. They may seem straightforward, to us, but to your customers?
Somehow, I think not.
OK, "we" know that gpm x 96.25/area = PR. Fine.
How hard is that to add into the s/w, so a customer, if they can get the gpm, and guess the area, that the s/w does it for them? Can't be that hard. Give them the choice: "Input PR or flow rate". Simple suggestion. Might save some time spent with tech support or on this forum.
So, to a curmudgeon retired irrigator, this looks like a toy for the generation that is glued to their phone, and wants that to be their interface to the entire world. Fine by me. They can push buttons, and see that their water usage drops. Most will be happy, if that is their world.
But, in all my years of doing this, the customer always knows more about water conservation than the guy who does it for a living.
Even when he has one of those EPA…what is it called…"water sense" certifications.
Just like you guys do!
Might hold water (pardon the really bad pun, but it was too hard to pass on) for a product, such as yours. (It looks good on the box it comes in.)
But tell a customer that you have one…"HUH? A what? So what? So-and-so on the radio said…etc. I know he would not lie."
No, just be wrong.
Anyway, this isn't my fight. I am just commenting on what I have observed. That is all. My buddy can continue to…well, I am not sure what he is going to do. I suspect call me to see if I have a spare controller around.
Oh, and aside from the fact they are Aggies…
We have used a lot of those "flawed" controllers. And, yes, our empirical findings track theirs.
Sounds like a case of severe butt-hurt, by some manufacturers that made lousy products. We ditched all of them, except one, and disabled any existing "weather stations".
But speaking of that…an anecdote, along those lines, aimed at amusing anyone who reads this…
A few years back, I did an audit, at a local Wells Fargo bank. A certain landscape company was trying to get them to "fix" the large turf zone, located in the front of the property. They needed to show them how bad it was, so time for Mr. Auditor.
And it really was bad! I think the DU was something like 32%. Which is dreadful.
Now, why would the local branch care, and why would they spend $$$$$ to have someone tear out all the rotors, and replace it with…
Drip irrigation. A dirty word, to most people.
Well, here is why:
The PTB seem to be concerned about water conservation. Hey, being from CA, I can see that. OK, fine by me.
The problem is…
They used what we call a "Crap-o-matic" smart controller. With a link back to Crap-o-matic Central.
And no one, repeat, no one, is allowed to futz with any of the settings, other than someone from Central Control.
(Anyone old enough to remember the weird TV show, The Prisoner? "Contact control…Number Six approaching restricted area!")
So, when I submitted my report, I asked the landscape company if they ever looked at the irrigation schedule, and if it made a lick of sense to them.
The answers were "yes" and "no way in ###", respectively.
I wished them well, if they got the contract to install drip, on getting someone to change the controller!
Texas A&M feels like a cult whenever I have visited. The place creeps me out. So glad they are out of the Big 12!


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Have you thought of WhatsApp lead generation through using the conversational power of chatbots?
Well, you should.
It's a strategy worthy of attention, trust me.
If you are reluctant to trust me, read this article and see for yourself!
You will learn:
- Why is WhatsApp Lead Generation worth your while
- The Difference between WhatsApp Business & WhatsApp Business API
- Examples of Lead Ged focused WhatsApp Bots
- How to create your very own WhatsApp Bot
- How to share and promote your bot all over
Let's start at the beginning!
What is WhatsApp Lead Generation?
WhatsApp lead generation strategies focus on cultivating potential customers for a business using WhatsApp messenger as the main tool to communicate business offers, provide support, share valuable content and so forth. The core idea behind the concept is to approach potential clients in an environment where they feel comfortable and in control.
Why is WhatsApp Lead Generation Worth Your While?
WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps in existence and one of the most active mobile apps overall. And the entrepreneurial world hasn't failed to notice. Just over a year ago, WhatsApp reached a total of over 1.5 billion monthly active users on their platform.
Yes, that's B for billion.
Beyond monthly active users, WhatsApp users are extremely dedicated to the platform. There are one billion daily active users sending (currently) 65 billion messages every single day.
Many of which are sharing photos, video calling, and chatting in 60 different languages.
The community on WhatsApp is diverse, making it almost impossible to not reach your target market.
WhatsApp users are very loyal customers. Proof?
When WhatsApp decided to migrate their story technology from Instagram and Facebook into the platform, it overtook the total user base of Snapchat almost instantly:
Just like Instagram and Facebook, WhatsApp has the same story features, making WhatsApp it's own social network but focused more on messaging than on sharing updates and photos:
WhatsApp is a diverse platform that gives businesses more than just one way to market to customers.
Since WhatsApp is a messaging-based platform, it's no stranger to conversational marketing.
Using Chatbots on the platform is a tactic that can help you reach the users naturally, creating less disruption and making the advertisements feel more natural.
According to the Morning Consult study, 80% of small businesses using these tools stated that WhatsApp helped them naturally communicate with customers and grow their leads/sales.
Simply offering your potential clients the option to communicate with your business and receive information via WhatsApp is what can be the tipping point of getting them on board!
In recap:
Here are the main reasons as to why WhatsApp is a great platform for lead generation:
- It boats 1.5 billion monthly active users and 1 billion daily active users, making it easy to reach your target market.
- The users are highly active each day, sending billions of messages
- The user base is very receptive to new technology, adopting the story feature so fast they overtook Snapchat as a whole in just weeks
- WhatsApp users love to engage with businesses and chatbots, perfect for generating leads.
WhatsApp Business & WhatsApp Business API
For a long time, the platform withheld and resited demand for official business application. Though, that resistance became history with the launch of WhatsApp Business at the start of 2018 (after a months-long beta program) and, in August 2018, WhatsApp Business API.
What's the difference between the two?
WhatsApp Business
WhatsApp Business app, now available on both Android and iOS users, allows companies of all shapes and sizes to create a verified business profile, list their contact details, opening hours, website address, and a blurb about their services. Essentially, these listings work just like your Facebook Page or Google My Business profile, displaying business data for customers.
Beyond general business information, you can prompt users to talk to you directly on WhatsApp.
When doing so, you can even label chats based on custom labels that you create, like "New Customer" or "New Order." and set up quick responses accordingly.
These labels provide increased segmentation options to send more diverse marketing campaigns that are personalized and tailored to each customer.
Since the launch, over 10 million businesses have downloaded the free WhatsApp Business App to communicate with their customers.
WhatsApp Business API
WhatsApp Business API takes it all a big step further, a big step towards automation.
In essence, it enables small and middle size companies to integrate WhatsApp with their existing customer engagement platforms.
For instance, such integration enables automatic sending of notifications, booking confirmations, tickets and appointment reminders directly to someone's WhatsApp.
Furthermore, the API integration opened the gates to the full potential of automated WhatsApp Bots. Some use artificial intelligence, others smartly stick to rule-based bots, both chat with users gathering and offering info as part of a frictionless conversational experience.
What both WhatsApp Business and WhatsApp Business API have in common is that the chat has to be always, ALWAYS initiated by the customer. Plus, all conversations are encrypted following strict rules of WhatsApp privacy policy.
Sales & Lead Gen WhatsApp Bot Examples
There are quite a few businesses rocking the WhatsApp messenger bot game winning over customers by immediate response times.
Let's check out a few examples of bots that were designed to attract new leads or increase sales.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines uses WhatsApp messenger to send its customers booking confirmation, check-in notification, boarding passes, flight status updates as well as answer their questions in 10 different languages.
Currently, the company uses a combination of automated bot notifications and live chat. However, they are planning to automate the most common interactions.
Being able to reach customers wherever they are, helps KLM provide better service, increase engagement and customer retention.
And, if the user abandons the chat, KLM can message them anytime to bring them back for free, avoiding costly remarketing campaigns.
EF Education First
EF Education is a worldwide language education company. The company's main aim was not only to capture more leads but also increase conversion rates.
By using WhatsApp as a possible contact channel, the company was able to reach potential students more quickly and efficiently.
Their API integration resulted in:
- 2 times higher response rate than the company reached with phone calls
- 3 times higher conversion rate than the company reached with phone calls
- 30% decrease in cost per call
Vodafone Germany
Vodafone Germany took a different approach. To improve their customer service for potential as well as existing clients they used their virtual bot TOBi to sort and qualify the WhatsApp inquiries by asking users a series of questions and only then transferring them to chat with a representative responsible for that particular type of query.
Only 5 months after the launch of the service, the company served over 350,000 customers via WhatsApp. They also noted a 45% higher opt-in rate for WhatsApp as supposed to SMS.
Holiday Pirates
Holiday Pirates is all about awesome travel deals. The brand uses WhatsApp bot to share news about great travel packages, flight prices, and competitions. Plus, if you subscribe to one of their categories, it also sends out customized content including articles, images, videos and more.
The bot can also respond to the most basic business-related questions.
These are just a few examples. There is truly no limit to what you can offer your clients in real time with a quality chatbot. You can use your bot to:
- Answer questions
- Quiz your users
- Collect feedback
- Qualify and score leads
- Send content
- Deliver e-products
- And much more!
Plus, once users have your WhatsApp number, you can target them via WhatsApp Stories as well.
How to Build a WhatsApp Bot (Your Very Own, Without Coding)
Now that you have a sense of how WhatsApp chatbots can be used to capture leads and increase sales, it's time to develop your first WhatsApp lead generation & sales chatbot.
WhatsApp Integration
While building bots with Landbot platform is as easy as it gets, WhatsApp takes safety and privacy seriously. Hence, before you get to dive into WhatsApp marketing, you will need to pass WhatsApp's thorough vetting process.
So, what needs to be done?
- Get in touch with our sales team to apply for the WhatsApp Business API
- Meet your personal Customer Success Manager who will assist you throughout the WhatsApp verification process.
Next, we need to:
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The Boo-Ha-Ha Clan are a famously good-humoured Night Goblin clan that, long ago, infested the ruins of Lugrumdumbz and the nearby mountain passages near the infamous city of Krüll. They have a propensity for practical jokes and sabotage, as well as an incredible thirst for potent Fungus Brew.
The Goblins of The Boo-Ha-Ha Clan are never happy unless they are heavily intoxicated. The clan is more often than not raiding distilleries or celebrating pointless, hilarious deaths in their dank hideout. More exotic and toxic fungi grow in their caves than almost anywhere in the North, which allows a healthy Squig population to exist. Soldiers and mercenaries should be aware that The Boo-Ha-Ha clan are highly specialized in Squigly warfare and have a large number of Fanatics among their ranks.
Though Imperial propaganda insists that the clan is relatively harmless, more likely to sleep off hangovers in their caves than come out to fight, this could not be further from the truth. Many a traveler has been caught off guard by hordes of Squigs and tornadoes of Fanatics that suddenly burst from the caves and ruins.
The First Wave – 2014
Da Boo-Ha-Ha Klan are, perhaps, my pride-and-joy army. You know the one, that force that captured your heart and imagination. The one you keep coming back to, refusing to call finished. That's them for me. I love these little grinning, green guys.
This army was born out of a huge collection of unpainted Night Goblins from Battle for Skull Pass and Skaven from The Island of Blood. I hadn't painted a "horde" style force before, and thought it would be an interesting challenge. After a month or so, I'd painted more than 100 Goblins and developed repetitive strain injury. But it was worth it.
There are a number of conversions among the ranks that I'd like to note and share, in particular the "Slaya" and the Hob-Goblins made from shaved Skaven slaves (with their tales cut off as well).


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Alcohol by volume: 6%; O.G.: ?° P / ?
Availability: At the beginning and end of each summer
Brewer's Notes
Flotsam is a medium-bodied lager that pours a light amber color and displays a tight head. Dry-hopping with Meridian hops gives Flotsam a fresh aroma of lemon, dried apricot, and tropical fruit. The result is bright, flavorful, and refreshing.


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On-cue Events & Shuttle (Pty) (On-cue) is a Durban-based, black-female-owned company. We expanded our footprint to Johannesburg and Cape Town, East London, Port Elizabeth, Kimberly, and Bloemfontein.
We offer a wide range of tour deals, all of which have been packaged to enhance your holiday experience. We offer: Group tours to various tourist destinations; Packaged tours to various events around South Africa; Musical, Sporting and Cultural events; Day Tours as well as Safari Tours to some of the most exotic destinations.
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Duration 1h 30min — 3 hrs Prices CHF 25.00
including supervision with introduction to alpacas and the course, timekeeping and winner's ribbons
Aperitifs, brunches, lunches or dinners can be reserved as well at the farm's restaurant (Heubüni Ortschwaben)
Visitors choose their favourite from the herd on the "Alpakahof Bern" and compete against each other in the Gymkhana course. The trust between man and alpaca is as decisive for the match as time. Who bets on the right alpaca? Who has the best fine touch to guide the animal quickly through the obstacle course? The three fastest teams are awarded with a bow. A great experience for big and small, animal guides and spectators!


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South Lake Tahoe Recreation
Anderson's Bicycle Rental
Get away from the traffic and see Tahoe the way it's meant to be seen. Doug Anderson has been in the bike rental business in South Lake Tahoe for 31 years and is not only an expert with bicycles but also with the area through which you will be riding. Anderson's Bicycle Rental, 1/2 mile from the Pope/Baldwin Bike path, allows you to ride through the forest on a 10 mile long, black-topped trail, completely separate from the highway.
Bleu Wave Cruises
The beautiful 1966 million dollar classic yacht Tahoe Bleu Wave has been around the world and now cruises Lake Tahoe's pristine waters. The Tahoe Bleu Wave is an exceptional tour boat measuring in at over 70 feet long with capacity for up to 50 people. Luxuriously comfortable amenities include a fully stocked bar with fireplace, private lounge, stateroom, fly-bridge, gigantic party bow, restrooms and full climate controlled indoor facilities.
Camp Richardson Corral
Family owned and operated since 1934.Celebrating 81 years on the trail! Come on out and visit us at the Corral! Step back in time at a glimpse of the old west and ride through the Sierra enjoying a unique experience by horseback. At Camp Richardson Corral we offer a variety of horseback rides, fun for the entire family!
Hang Gliding Tahoe
There are few places in the world where you can fly in a modern powered Hang Glider. Lake Tahoe offers this unique experience to fly free as a bird
FAA Flight Instructor Paul Hamilton offers powered hang gliding discovery flights for the first time pilot as well as those with experience. Take an interactive flight lesson in an Apollo Trike shown here flying over South Lake Tahoe.
Lake Tahoe Cruises
Lake Tahoe cruises to Emerald Bay are an absolute must – offering views of some of the most incredible scenery in the world. Come aboard and enjoy a good dose of South Lake Tahoe history infused with plenty of entertainment, courtesy of the nation's most convincing Mark Twain impressionist. Or take in some tunes with a live performance by recording artist Darren Talbot as our 400-passenger paddle wheeler brings you one of the most photographed natural attractions in the world.
Lake Tahoe Yoga
Lake Tahoe Yoga is Tahoe's premier yoga studio. Established in 2008, it is more than just a yoga studio. The community of teachers and practitioners who make the studio work are inviting to Tahoe residents and visitors alike. The teachers are all qualified as Registered Yoga Teachers through the Yoga Alliance. Whether a beginner or experienced practitioner, you will find that any class will both challenge and educate you. With roots in the philosophies and practices of Raja and Hatha yoga, Lake Tahoe Yoga's motto is "Practice Yoga Everywhere."
The Magic of Rob Lake
THE MAGIC OF ROB LAKE … BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Rob Lake, "Top Illusionist in the World" returns to Harrah's Lake Tahoe this summer in a spectacular show that is not to be missed!
Paint & Sip Studio
Located at the beautiful Ski Run Marina, in South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe Paint & Sip features entertainment-style art class during which an artist guides the class through each step of a featured painting as they paint on canvases, sip wine, listen to music, and have fun. Join Lake Tahoe Paint & Sip for: Birthday Parties, Girls' Night Out, Bachelorette Parties, Date Night, and more!
Pilates Lake Tahoe
Pilates Studio Lake Tahoe is conveniently located on the south shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe. The Studio offers a peaceful, elegant and warm environment in which you can focus on your personal wellness, conditioning & fitness.
Safari Rose Cruises
This summer, cruise Lake Tahoe in style on an 80' classic Safari Rose luxury yacht. Offering three cruises daily from Round Hill Pines beach three miles from the Casinos! Reservations are suggested so call in advance to save your spot at (775)588 1818. The Safari Rose is available for private charters, weddings, parties and corporate events!
Scoot Tahoe
Scoot Tahoe is your ONE and only 50cc Scooter rental agency on the South Shore. Experience Tahoe in a fresh new way, feel the wind in your hair as you scoot around the Tahoe basin. Feeling hungry, no problem, flip right around and hit that burger shack or restaurant you just saw with ease. Parking won't be a problem, you can park these scooters just about anywhere. Whether you want to ride up to Fallen Leaf Lake to check out the falls.
Sierra At Tahoe
With 480 inches of average annual snowfall, wind-protected slopes, incredible tree skiing, and 320 acres of backcountry terrain out the Huckleberry Gates, Sierra™ Resort is a bastion of the authentic California ski experience. For beginner skiers and riders Sierra Resort is home to the worlds only Burton Star Wars Experience, has over 100 acres of dedicated terrain, four beginner-only conveyor lifts…
Tahoe Bike Company
See Tahoe Bike Company for all your bicycle needs, sales, rentals, parts and repairs. Great selection of new rental bikes, electric bicycles, mountain bikes, beach cruisers and kids bikes also two, four and six person Surreys that are great for families. Half day and full day discounts. Situated conveniently on the bike path close to the beaches…
Tahoe Sports & Ski Run Boat Company
There is no better way to spend a day than out on the waters of Lake Tahoe. Although there are some great cruises available, some folks prefer to be in charge of their boat and to have the freedom to spend their day the way they would like. Stop in Emerald Bay and have a picnic, or powerboat to Camp Richardson for lunch. On a hot summer's day, maybe you would like to feel the cool water on your face, rent a jet ski or Sea-Doo.
Tahoe Tastings
Step aboard the vintage Golden Rose, a 1953 Chris Craft Venetian Water Taxi, with Lake Tahoe's premier wine tasting tour company, operating out of South Lake Tahoe, California. Sit back, relax and take in the beauty of the lake while sipping on exquisite wines hand chosen for your enjoyment.
Take a tour with Tahoe Tastings, today!


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Floyd E. Kellam High School
|Floyd E. Kellam High School
|2665 West Neck Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
United States
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|School type
|Public, high school
|School district
|Virginia Beach City Public Schools
|Dr. Aaron C. Spence
|Mr. Bruce A. Biehl
|Black, Gold, and White
|Athletics conference
|Virginia High School League
Beach District
Eastern Region
|Ocean Lakes High School
|Communities served
|Pungo, Princess Anne, Sandbridge
|Feeder schools
|Princess Anne Middle School
|Official site
Floyd E. Kellam High School is a public high school in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Located in the city's southern section, in Princess Anne the school first opened in 1962, named after judge Floyd Eaton Kellam. Kellam High School serves a large portion of the city of Virginia Beach, with the attendance boundary extending south to the North Carolina border. The student population is 82 percent Caucasian students, 9 percent African-American students, 5 percent Hispanic, and 3 percent Asian/Pacific Islander students.[1] Kellam High moved into a brand new state of the art facility in 2014.
Floyd Kellam High School is fully accredited under Virginia's Standards of Learning program.[2] The school is the third-oldest in Virginia Beach, next to Princess Anne High School and Frank W. Cox High School. Kellam has also been a blue ribbon school in the Fine Arts Department for the years 2006 and 2007.
School Administration
Mr. Bruce A. Biehl - Principal
Ms. Sherri Brooks - Assistant Principal
Mr. Richard Trumble - Assistant Principal
Ms. Carrie Pierce - Assistant Principal
Dr. Christopher Jones - Assistant Principal
Mr. Jim Moxey - Student Activities Coordinator
Ms. Amanda Hansen - Guidance Director
Ms. Lisa Long - School Improvement Specialist
Virginia state championships
- 1994 Gymnastics
- 2005 Girl's Soccer
- 2006 Gymnastics
- 2007 Softball
- 2010 Gymnastics
- 2010 Boy's Golf
- 2010 Girl's Volleyball
- 2011 Girl's Volleyball (perfect season)
- 2012 Girl's Volleyball (3peat) (Only school in the state of Virginia to win the same three titles in the same sport
- 2013 Gymnastics
Individual state champions
- 2003 Natalie Sherbak, Cross Country
- 2003 Kelley Taylor, Outdoor Track: 1600m, Indoor Track: 4x800
- 2003 Tiffany Howell, Outdoor Track: 4x800m
- 2004 Tara Conner, Outdoor Track: 4x800m
- 2004 Audrey Hand, Outdoor Track: 4x800m
- 2004 Natalie Sherbak, Indoor Track: 1000m
- 2004 Natalie Sherbak, Outdoor Track: 4x800m, 800m, 1600m
- 2004 Jessica Smith, Outdoor Track: 4x800m
- 2005 Johnny Olanowski, Wrestling: 119
- 2006 Talia Tossone, Gymnastics: Vault
- 2007 Eric Olanowski, Wrestling: 112
- 2007 Mike Holcomb, Wrestling: 119
- 2009 Bobby Peavey, Indoor Track: 1600 meter, 4:09.31 (meet record)
- 2010 Aaron Runzo, Wrestling: 125
- 2012 Christian Olanowski, Wrestling: 132
- 2012 Brad Johnson, Indoor Track: Pole Vault 15'3
- 2013 Abby Motley, Outdoor Track: 3200m
Notable alumni
- Ian Thomas, Atlanta Braves[3][4]
- 1971 Herbert Scott, Dallas Cowboys[5]
- 1989 Matt Williams, Milwaukee Brewers[6]
- 2002 Ryan Zimmerman, Washington Nationals[7]
See also
- ↑ "About Our School". Kellam High School. Retrieved 14 June 2006.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ "Virginia Department of Education Report Card: Floyd Kellam High School" (pdf). Virginia Department of Education. Retrieved 2009-03-29.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ "Kellam grad Ian Thomas makes Atlanta Braves' roster". Virginian-Pilot. March 30, 2014. Retrieved March 31, 2014.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ Miller, Ed (May 11, 2013). "Kellam grad rides a rocky road to minor league stardom". Virginian-Pilot. Retrieved March 31, 2014.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ "Herbert Scott". Pro Football Archives. Retrieved March 31, 2014.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ "Matt Williams Statistics and History". Baseball Reference. Retrieved March 31, 2014.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>
- ↑ Clemmons, Anna Katherine (December 24, 2009). "Zimmerman mostly unknown commodity". ESPN the Magazine. ESPN.com. Retrieved March 31, 2014.<templatestyles src="Module:Citation/CS1/styles.css"></templatestyles>


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Rajasthan is a royal kind state of India; Rajasthan palaces, foods, colors, attires and forts are reminders of the many kingdoms that historically vied for the region. Rajasthan is the land of maharajas and medieval forts, palaces and tigers, and colorful royal festivals. Rajasthan really is the Kohinoor gems in India's crown. Rajasthan culture is a unique royalness, come to Rajasthan and mingle with great Rajasthan culture.
Rajasthan is literally the Land of the King; their big attractions are its magnificent forts, festivals, and palaces. The intensity and spectrum of color, hospitality, and happiness in Rajasthan are impossible to ignore.
Trendy Explore provides the best tailor-made budget Rajasthan tour package with sightseeing, accommodation, and meal with the essence of luxury. Trendy Explore ensures you; Definitely, this is the best holiday in Rajasthan.


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Will Microsoft acquire Nortel?
Summertime is the time to mull.
Today I have the time to consider whether Microsoft and Nortel — currently unified communications (UC) partners — will move from heavy dating to marriage.
According to channel partners of both companies, rumors of such an acquisition have been swirling for some time. They say that while an acquisition is not apparent in the near term, none would be surprised to see it happen eventually. Microsoft and Nortel sparked their relationship in 2006 to join Nortel's IP voice and PBX with Microsoft's unified messaging and collaboration platforms.
When they announced their four-year strategic partnership, dubbed the Innovative Communications Alliance, some folks were left scratching their heads. Why would mighty Microsoft choose Nortel? It was clear that Microsoft needed to add the voice element since it was battling Cisco, but Nortel, the 110-year-old telecom company, was hammering out its role in the enterprise market and still had a heavy carrier focus.
"People wonder if Microsoft is going to swallow them up," said Yankee Group analyst Vanessa Alvarez, adding that it leaves one to wonder if Microsoft will eventually turn Nortel into its "services arm," providing management for Microsoft's UC offering and other enterprise voice plays.
But one Nortel and Microsoft partner said adding Nortel to the Microsoft mix was a "no-brainer." At this point, Nortel is the leading business data competitor to Cisco, the partner said. The duo also makes sense since Nortel is transitioning from being solely an infrastructure company to a software and applications provider. In the meantime, Microsoft is working toward becoming more of a communications company.
The same partner said he didn't expect an acquisition in the immediate future, but said, "I think it's a logical move in the future."
Another partner said, "There is a lot of conjecture about [an acquisition]." And he added that he "would love to see Microsoft buy Nortel" since it would improve Microsoft's communications play. Relying on Exchange Server 2007 for voicemail has not been easy. "It's not ready for primetime," he said. Incorporating Nortel's technology into Microsoft's basic business offerings would improve that.
Still there would be drawbacks for the channel if such a merger materialized. Microsoft notoriously has smaller returns for partners than Nortel. One partner said, "I don't know why Microsoft would want to play into that game." The truth is, Microsoft doesn't have to. Its partners are plentiful and are often about volume. The Nortel channel is another story.


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Volunteer With the Blackhawks
If you love hockey and you're looking for a place to volunteer - this is it!
Are you a student looking for community hours and experience or a Blackhawks fan that wants to further support the team?
Volunteer for the Blackhawks by filling out the form below for the 2019-2020 season.
We appreciate all the volunteer support!
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Hmmmmmmm - I just looked at the temperature outside, I best be bundling up today - it is absolutely freezing out! Seriously, it is -29C (-20F) but -38C (-36.4F) with the windchill. Yikes!!!!!!!!! What a terrible day to be outside!
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Hmmmmmmm - I just looked at the temperature outside, I best be bundling up today - it is absolutely freezing out! Seriously, it is -29C (-20F) but -38C (-36.4F) with the windchill. Yikes!!!!!!!!! What a terrible day to be outside!
15 comments:
- Ros Crawford said...
This is gorgeous!! all pretty and sparkly ...
- December 26, 2012 at 6:45 AM
- Sylvia said...
Beautiful card, love the snowflake and all the glitter, Deanne! I can feel your cold, -20 is really cold! Enjoy Boxing Day, I am going to try and not go shopping, not my thing either!
- December 26, 2012 at 6:49 AM
- ♥Jan♥ said...
Oh dear, I remember those -20 + windchill days from when I lived in Minnesota - that is truly bitter. I don't envy you out on a day like that !! Hope you had an amazing Christmas ! I love your "recycled" card, using all those extra bits we all save for someday - it is perfect for this challenge !! ♥♥♥♥♥ -J-
- December 26, 2012 at 11:36 AM
- Merry said...
Seriously.... -29C that is way to cold to go anywhere. :-)and so hard to imagine as I sit here at the other end of the scale in +30C. Thank you for sharing your beautiful glittery card with us at Unstampabelles.
- December 26, 2012 at 3:32 PM
- Jingle said...
This is gorgeous!
- December 27, 2012 at 8:23 AM
- Ann Schach said...
Beautiful! I love the glimmer paper and the jewels! Thanks for playing with The Paper Players!
- December 27, 2012 at 1:51 PM
I hope you found some great deals while you shopped till you dropped and battled the crowds at the stores on Boxing Day. Such a shame that the weather was so miserable, though! Deanne, I would love to buy this card from you, providing it is still available. It is so gorgeous and you know who would absolutely love it, right! Purple and snowflakes - it couldn't be more perfect for her, right! I'll send you an email with my request and you can keep me posted. Thanks a lot.
- December 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM
- Sleepy Stamper said...
Beautiful elegant card Deanne. Love the glittery background.
- December 27, 2012 at 9:13 PM
- H2 :) said...
What a stunning creation, Deanne! Love that you recycled these gorgeous components. Thanks for playing along with The Paper Players. :)
- December 28, 2012 at 7:00 AM
- Anne Marie Hile said...
Beautiful sparkle and blingy awesomeness! Wow! Thanks for joining us at the Paper Players! :)
- December 28, 2012 at 11:00 PM
- Marie Bingaman said...
GOR-guss!!! :)
- December 29, 2012 at 7:14 PM
- Susan Hogan said...
BBBBrrrrr.....I think 20 is cold for summer here! Hope the weather gets better and that the sales were successful! Beautiful card. Thanks for joining in the fun at Unstampabelles this month - hope to see you back! Have a very Happy New Year as well!
- December 30, 2012 at 8:15 PM
- HuggiesCrafts said...
wayyyyy to cold for me!, My Christmas day was 41 degrees, most of which was spent in the pool.
Lovely glitter card. Thank you for joining in our christmas Challenge at Unstampabelles.
- December 31, 2012 at 8:51 PM
- Angie Tieman said...
Oh my! What sparkly goodness! Awesome card for the dash! Thanks so much for playing along with us this week at CAS-ual Fridays!
- January 1, 2013 at 2:13 PM
- Dana said...
Oh my goodness, this is perfect for the Dash challenge! Love that SPARKLE! So glad you joined us at CAS-ual Fridays this week:) And I adore Boxing Day too (but we package up our gently used toys/clothes/housewares and donate them on Boxing day)!
- January 4, 2013 at 8:12 AM


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Spend Valentine's Day with just P500
Skip the chocolates and flowers
Feb 5, 2018
Let's be real: Going on dates ain't cheap. But lucky for you, we have a few ideas up our sleeves. We're not talking dinner dates, amusement parks, or movies. Instead, we focused on connection, culture, and of course, fun. Because if you only have P500 to spend, you better make the most out of it.
Start the day with a lovely breakfast
Set the mood for the day by grabbing breakfast at your favorite café and simply enjoy every bit of conversation with your partner. Being incredibly busy every single day of the week will make the both of you appreciate little moments like this even more.
Get cultured on a budget
February is also National Arts Month, which means there will be an influx of gallery exhibits and museum openings this time of year. Make an itinerary and watch out for shows offering free admission. There's Pasinaya Festival, which is the Cultural Center of the Philippines' open house festival, and the Manila Biennale, which opened last Feb. 3 at Intramuros.
Volunteer at a shelter
Nothing says love like giving back, especially to those who need it more than we do. Studies have shown that acts of generosity can increase genuine happiness and well-being, and don't you want more of those in your life? Contact an orphanage or an animal shelter that could use an extra hand and help out.
Go on a ferry ride
A ferry ride through the city (or outside) is a good idea if you're craving for a change of scenery. If you're feeling a little adventurous, there's a ferry system that can take you to Bataan in just 50 minutes.
Shop for each other at vintage stores
Embark on a 500-peso thrifting challenge with your loved one and whoever comes up with the best outfit, wins. You'd be surprised at how many items you can buy for P500 (plus you get to develop your haggling skills).
Visit the planetarium
Relive your La La Land fantasy by visiting the Planetarium at the National Museum. Improvements have been made through the years with the help of its former directors, so your astronomical experience will be much better.
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