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Financial Opportunity
Income that could be earned with your Orbit
A well run Float centre can generally charge between 40 and 60 Pounds/Dollars/Euros for a 60 minute float. That is 60 minutes actually in the float tank. Allowing for a short period before and after the float to change and shower, this means that up to 8 sessions can be sold in a 12 hour day.
The calculator below can be used to estimate how much can be earned for different options such as different numbers of Orbits, length of day, occupancy, price and length of each float, etc..
Number of Days Per Week
Many Float centres are open 7 days per week but some only open 4 or 5 depending on where they are located and the wishes of the owners. Before customers learn about a new centre being open it may be worth only opening a few days but being full on those days. This option allows you to look at various scenarios.
Number of Hours Open Per Day
Most Float centres open between 10 and 12 hours per day, and some open 24 hrs per day. This allows you to run different scenarios for opening times.
When a float centre first opens the occupancy can be low depending on the amount of active marketing that has taken place before the centre opened. Some centres have opened with occupancy rates in excess of 50% within the first few weeks with good pre-opening marketing. A well run and actively marketed commercial float centre in a reasonable location can expect to achieve an occupancy rate of around 60% to 80% relatively quickly. Generally the maximum occupancy rate that can be as high as 90%+ once the centre is established and known about. When rates above 80% are seen consistently it is often the time to consider opening a second centre..
Average Number of Floats Per Week
The figure shown here is a result field based on the previously selected values. The most popular float sessions tend to be 60 minute sessions. In order to allow for preparation of the room, time for the customer to have a shower before and after their float and time to clean the room afterwards it is wise to allow 90 minutes for each average session. This means that in a 12 hour day between at least 8 sessions can be sold. This is the figure used for this calculation.
Price Per Float
In the UK most 60 minute float session ranges from £40 to £60. In the USA similar sessions range from $50 to $75. Many centres offer discounts for multiple bookings and also membership packages. The running cots of the orbit is low due to the fact that the solution is not kept in the float tanks so there is less heat lost and less damage from humidity. The high quality guaranteed 100% filtration and sanitation also help reducing maintenance and operating times and costs. With such low operating costs means that with only a couple of customers a day using the tank it is possible to cover the cost of the Orbit Flat tank and yield up to 100% return on the investment within 12 months
How Can Orbit Help Further
In addition to manufacturing the Orbit we also run our own float centre. We have been in the industry of over 10 years and as a result have gained a considerable level of expertise and knowledge. We are more than happy to assist Orbit customers with advice ranging from designing their float centre through to operating their Orbits.
We can offer advice on all aspects of operating a successful float centre. We can offer training at our centre float centre and are happy to share our experiences in relation to how you can marketing your centre as well as offering advice on constructions and sound proofing etc. All you have to do is ask and if we can help we will.
Our technical helpline is available to all our Orbit customers and is accessible both by phone, WhatsApp and email for your convenience and peace of mind.
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Acts that sample instruments live then layer, sequence and assemble them into multifaceted multilayered creations are always intriguing to experience. This Madison duo compliments their synthetics with live looping from bass, guitar and drums, thus infusing analog instruments into the digital realm. The results are smooth and flowing psychedelic space jams crossed with dance friendly trip hop tantilizations amidst great ambient swells found in this delightful fusion of genres.
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Open Journal Systems
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Ubisoft has announced that Rayman Legends Definitive Edition, Just Dance 2017, and Steep will launch on Nintendo Switch.
Just Dance 2017 will be one of the console's launch titles, meaning that it will be available on the 3rd of March. The game will feature the same 40 tracks available in the other versions of the game, plus the track 'How Deep is Your Love' by Calvin Harris & Disciples, which will be available exclusively on the Switch via Just Dance Unlimited. Players will also get three months of free access to Just Dance Unlimited. In addition, the game will support up to six people playing at the same time using the Joy-Con controllers.
As for Rayman Legends Definitive Edition, the game will feature some new additions, but Ubisoft did not detail the new features, although it did confirm the game will make use of the console's unique controllers. Finally, Steep will offer the same experience as the other versions of the game, with Ubisoft not revealing any Switch-specific features for the game. A release date for both titles has yet to be revealed.
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Berlin Declaration
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About Southern Railway Zone
Southern Railway Zone is simply abbreviated as "SR". It is one of the 17 Railway Zones of India. SR Zone is established by joining the following 03 state railways of South Indian Railway Company, Mysore State Railway and Madras and Southern Mahratta Railway in the year 14th Apr of 1951 of. It started operations on the same date which operates freight trains as well as passenger trains of Indian Railways. SR Railway Zone consists about the length of 6844 meters with meter gauge and also broad gauge.
SR Zone Divisions
According to Southern Railways Map, the zones are divided into 06 divisions and they are of the following:
- Firstly, Thiruvananthapuram Division
- Secondly, Palakkad Division
- Thirdly, Madurai Division
- Chennai Division
- Tiruchirappalli Division
- Salem Division
SR Railway Sub – Zones
The following are the sub-zones of SR Railway:
- Firstly, South Eastern Railway Zone
- Secondly, the South Central Railway Zone
- Thirdly, South East Central Railway Zone
- Lastly, South Western Railway Zone
Southern Railway Workshops
The following are the workshops operated by railway zone of southern (दक्षिणी रेलवे क्षेत्र):
- Firstly, Mechanical Workshops
- Secondly, Electrical and Communication
- Thirdly, Sheds
- MEMU Car Shed
- EMU Car Shed
- BG Coaching Maintenance Depots
- Wagon Maintainance Depots
- Lastly, Printing Presses
South Indian Railway Covering States
The following are the South Indian Railway Covering States:
- Kerala
- Tamil Nadu
- Puducherry
- Some areas of Andhra Pradesh and also Karnataka
SRZ Major Trains
The following are the major trains operated by SRZ:
Train Name
Starting Station
Terminating Station
|Chennai Central–Mysuru Shatabdi Express
|Chennai Central
|Chennai Central–Coimbatore Shatabdi Express
|Chennai Central
|Pallavan Express
|Karaikkudi Junction
|Chennai Egmore
|Kaveri Express
|Chennai Central
|Malgudi Express
|Chennai – Bangalore Double Decker Express
|Chennai Central
|Anuvrat AC Superfast Express
|Chennai Central
Southern Railway Reservation
South Indian Railway provides the facility of Southern Railway Online Reservation. Know the Southern Railway Timetable which is in PDF format and download.
Important Details of Southern Railway Enquiry
- Southern Railway Zone Website: http://www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in
- Railway Zone of Southern Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Southern-Railway-240606622749869
- SRZ Headquarters: Tiruchirappalli (Trichy), Chennai, Tamil Nadu State
- Southern Railway Tenders: http://www.sr.indianrailways.gov.in/Tender_cpp.jsp?lang=0&id=0,3
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'Magic Bullet' For Weight Loss?
The biggest test yet of an experimental new diet pill found that people not only lost weight but also kept it off for two years, longer than any other diet drug has been able to achieve, scientists reported Tuesday.
In tests on more than 3,000 people throughout the United States and Canada, those who were given the higher of two doses of the drug lost more than 5 percent of their initial body weight, and a third of them lost more than 10 percent.
"They achieved and maintained a weight loss of 19 pounds as compared to 5.1 pounds in the placebo group," said Dr. F-Xavier Pi-Sunyer of Columbia University in New York, who led the study and presented results at an American Heart Association conference.
Those who got the lower dose fared just slightly better than those given fake pills. About a third of them lost 5 percent of their weight and about one-fifth lost 10 percent.
The drug's maker, the French pharmaceutical firm Sanofi Aventis SA, has named the drug Acomplia and plans to seek federal approval for it next year.
Acomplia is first treatment aimed at blocking the "pleasure center" of the brain and interfering with the cycle of craving and satisfaction that drives many compulsive behaviors and addictions.
"What we have here now is essentially a brand new mechanism to treat an epidemic of staggering progression," said Dr. Douglas Greene, vice president of regulatory affairs for Sanofi Aventis.
"What the medicine appears to do is help (people) stick with diets, (and) there is an independent effect on fat cells that helps them to lose weight," says Dr. Lou Aronne, an obesity specialist and Director of the Comprehensive Weight Loss Center at Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York. He helped test the drug.
Aronne tells CBS News' The Early Show that Acomplia may also help people stop smoking. "There are other studies, besides this one, that show Acomplia can reduce the number of people who smoke," he notes. "So if you're smoking, it cuts the number of people who smoke in half if you're making the effort to stop smoking."
"The results are very encouraging. The safety profile looks good. It seems like people tolerate the medication," said Dr. Sidney C. Smith Jr., a University of North Carolina cardiologist who had no role in the study.
"It would be nice if this could be used as a jump-start" to get people to permanently change lifestyle habits so they didn't have to depend on a drug for the benefits, he said. "The more we can change behavior and modify risk factors in that manner, the better."
Sanofi Aventis was created by the merger earlier this year of Sanofi-Synthelabo SA and Aventis SA. It is the world's No.3 pharmaceutical company by sales, behind U.S. giant Pfizer Inc. and Britain's GlaxoSmithKline PLC. The company's high-profile drugs include anti-thrombosis treatments, Lovenox and Plavix.


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What's the Difference Between a Dietitian and Nutritionist?
The Shocking Reason You'll Want to See a Dietitian, Not a Nutritionist
Whether you have goals to lose weight, grow your booty, or PR your next half-marathon, dialing in your diet is a must. Seeking the advice of a professional who specializes in nutrition is helpful, since this is what they do for a living. But keep reading to learn why you might want to make an appointment with a dietitian, not a nutritionist.
All dietitians are nutritionists (and some even refer to themselves as that), but not all nutritionists are dietitians. Both know about nutrition, but the difference lies in the education and training they've received. Some nutritionists have a master's degree in nutrition or a related field like nursing, but all dietitians hold bachelor's degrees and have earned the title of "dietitian" by meeting certain requirements. You'll know they've met these credentials if you see RD (registered dietitian) or RDN (registered dietitian nutritionist) after their name.
Registered dietitians Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition, and Lisa Bunn, RD, CSCS, director of nutrition at the Genavix Wellness Network, say that dietitians are evidence-based and comply with a code of ethics to guide their practice. Certification requires these four things:
- A minimum of a four-year college degree, where they studied nutrition, human physiology, and other sciences
- A 1,200-hour, supervised, hands-on internship
- Passing a national credentialing three-hour exam, which covers nutrition information from food service to clinical to community nutrition work
- Maintaining at least 15 continuing education credits per year
On the other hand, in 11 states in the U.S. including New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey, nutritionists need no formal training, no license, and no certification to practice. That means basically anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, because there aren't the same regulation requirements regarding this title. Shocking, right?
In 16 other U.S. states including California, Texas, and South Carolina, anyone can give nutrition advice, but only RDs are recognized by the U.S. government as being eligible to bill insurance. That means that many insurance companies will pay for nutrition counseling as preventative care, but only with a registered dietitian.
That's not to say that nutritionists aren't knowledgeable or helpful, or that they aren't certified! If you are planning to see a nutritionist, ask about their credentials just to make sure. In states that do require nutritionists to be licensed, they too undergo extensive training — just look for the initials CNS after their name (certified nutrition specialist) to ensure they have legal licensure.


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I thought that I had it figured out. Why my blood sugar has been so out of control. I had expected my period weeks ago and finally checked back to see how long it's been. 49 days and still no period. My periods are not always regular, but that is extreme even for me. I dared to hope. And yet again…
Dennis and I have been married ten years and going into our relationship, we both knew we wanted to have children. We started trying two years after we were married and over the years gave up hope. It has been hard for both of us.
I have wanted children since I was a child. In fact, at age 9, I asked my mother if I could be artificially inseminated because I didn't want to wait until I was married to have a baby. (Think I may have known a little too much about reproduction as a kid? LOL!) I completely romanticized it, thinking only of the cute living doll I would have rather than all the work that comes with it, but I always wanted to be a mother more than I wanted to be anything else. I never dreamed it wouldn't be possible.
And still, I do not know if it is impossible. I do not know what is preventing pregnancy. I do not know if it is me or Dennis or both combined. Because we don't have a lot of money, we simply came to terms with the fact that children wasn't in the cards for us. We did not see any logic in spending money to get tested so that we could spend more money to try and conceive when we had no money. Anyone can make it work and figure out how to provide for a child, but to actually force it when you are poor? We didn't see the point and we actually have come to enjoy our childless life because we are lucky enough to be completely in love and relish our solitary time together.
And yet, I could not help but hope. I tried not to, scared of the disappointment that would return after all my previous hopes were dashed, but I couldn't help myself. I started thinking about the future and how we could make it work. I thought about how we'd have to turn the office into a nursery and sell the computers and get laptops since we don't have space for the computers elsewhere in the house. (Our house is 550 square feet–I told you we're poor! :)) About how this blog and my health-related goals would change, about how I'd have to withdraw from the weight loss competition at work. I just couldn't stop my thoughts from progressing forward and assuming we already had a child on the way. Which only made it more crushing when the test read, "not pregnant."
Mentally I'm OK with not having kids. I really have come to terms with it. I don't get jealous when I hear my friends are pregnant–I rejoice with them. I don't start crying when I see someone with a baby. But deep in my heart, there will always be a kernel devoted to the future children I always wanted. And every time something like this happens and I dare to hope again, it will break my heart
For those wondering, NO, I do not pray for children. Because mentally I do not want them. Or at least I have convinced myself that I don't. When I thought I might be pregnant, I did pray that the child not be affected by my drastically high blood sugar reading on Wednesday. And I did pray after the negative pregnancy test, if it is His will, to grant us children. (At this point, I'm thinking it is not God's will, don't you? lol) But I have ceased praying about it daily because it makes me want them more and makes not having them heart-wrenching and I do become the pathetic woman who can't feel happy for her pregnant friends when her own womb is empty.
And so. I move on and continue living. Enjoying life. Being a parent to my parents, which is perhaps why I am not destined to have children of my own. Because I'm needed as a mother to others already in my life, such as my disabled father and mentally ill mother.
Perhaps one day we will adopt or become foster parents, and that kernel deep inside my heart will break free of the cage I keep it in, and be allowed grow.


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On September 9, 2013 the Auschwitz Institute for Peace and Reconciliation (AIPR), the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES-NY), the International Coalition for the Responsibility to Protect (ICRtoP), and the Stanley Foundation held the event titled Civil SocietyPerspectives: Building State Capacity to Prevent Atrocity Crimes. This was held as a pre-meeting to the 5th annual General Assembly informal interactive dialogue on the Responsibility to Protect, scheduled for September 11, 2013. Dr. Jennifer Welsh, the newly appointed Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary General on the Responsibility to Protect, as well as Mr. Adama Dieng, the Special Adviser to the United Nations Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide, were both present. The event was also attended by many civil society representatives as well as diplomats from numerous Permanent Missions. The event featured civil society representatives who shared their experiences in working towards the prevention of atrocity crimes as well as their recommendations on strengthening domestic capacity. Ms. Valnora Edwin, the Director of the Campaign for Good Governance, provided first-hand experience of RtoP in practice. She explained the post-conflict work of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the transitional justice process through the Special Court for Sierra Leone. She also explained how her organization is engaging with the Sierra Leonean government in order to prevent future atrocities.
Both this event and this year's UN dialogue are focused on Pillar 1 of the Responsibility to Protect, which states, "The state carries the primary responsibility for the protection of populations from genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and ethnic cleansing". This is reflected in the UN Secretary-General's latest report on RtoP, State Responsibility and Prevention. In the opening remarks Mr. Keith Porter, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Stanley Foundation, stressed that one of the key aims of the dialogue was to discuss how civil society can contribute to the building of societies where mass atrocities are not an acceptable means of holding power. Although the current situation in Syria was widely acknowledged as a challenge, the debate did not focus on it. Instead, Syria was referred to in order to clarify the norm. Dr. Welsh acknowledged that RtoP has been operationalized in the Syrian conflict through the form of sanctions, the acceptance of refugees by surrounding states, and the work of civil society groups as well as UN bodies such as the Human Rights Council and other humanitarian organizations. Nonetheless, the effect of Syria on the future of RtoP was not fully addressed.
In the keynote speech by Dr. Welsh, emphasis was placed on civil society's role in advancing RtoP and affirming the need for prevention. Dr. Welsh addressed the next steps that need to be taken in the norm's development including: the necessity for the development of a clearer framework which would facilitate early warning and response, the fact that regional and sub-regional organizations need to take greater ownership of the agenda, the need to strengthen interaction with the members of the Security Council, and that member states should work together to remind the Security Council of its responsibility to prevent atrocities. Moreover, apart from continuing to advance Pillar 1, Dr. Welsh argued that it is time for the General Assembly to pay greater attention to the Pillar 2, or the idea that the international community needs to support states in carrying out their responsibility to protect their citizens.
The first panel of the meeting was chaired by Ms. Angela Bruce-Raeburn, the Program Officer of the Stanley Foundation. The panelists discussed how their organizations work to influence political actors to cooperate in strengthening institutions. Rev. Cannon Thomas Muyya Godda emphasized the need for a common sense of equality and that key causes of conflict, such as poverty, must be addressed. Mr. Kyle Matthews highlighted some of the internal political obstacles to successful RtoP implementation. Referring to Canada he explained how although once a leader of RtoP, Canada has lost this position due to the fact that the current government views RtoP as the work its predecessors – the opposition. Finally, Mr. Noel Morada explained the 'bibngka approach' or the necessity for cooperation between the top and bottom – just like when cooking a rice cake, the cooperation of the pan on top with the fire on the bottom is key.
Although all panelists presented great examples of how civil society encourages national legislatures, Ms. Bruce-Raeburn asked a thought-provoking question of what happens when a government changes? In other words, what happens to atrocity prevention when those supporting it are no longer in power? The panelists generally did not provide an answer to this question; nevertheless Mr. Matthews explained how civil societies in Canada try to overcome this issue. Despite his statement, no substantive answer was given. Another issue discussed by the panelists was the relationship of RtoP and sovereignty. There was a general consensus among the speakers that RtoP needs to be presented as a friend, rather than an enemy of sovereignty. The problem of sovereignty often arises in relation to RtoP discussions primarily regarding Pillar 3 or the use of force if a government is not fulfilling its responsibility to protect its citizens. Panelists and Dr. Welsh agreed that rather than restricting sovereignty, RtoP actually has a sovereignty enhancing purpose. This is where the work of civil societies in aiding the strengthening of states and the implementation of RtoP principles into legislatures remains highly important.
The second panel chaired by Mr. Tibi Galis, the Executive Director of the Auschwitz Institute for Peace and Reconciliation, focused on reconciliation and peacebuilding as important factors in atrocity prevention. In many post-conflict situations a relapse into violence is highly likely unless appropriate action is taken to address the key issues that caused violence in the first place. Important peacebuilding efforts such as the inclusion of women in decision-making, the use of judicial processes and the development of good governance were also presented through the cases of Sierra Leone, Guatemala and Kenya. Although the presentations were relevant in content, at points the debate seemed to have gotten too specific and the message of how these case studies can contribute to the future general policy development of the RtoP was a bit lost. The overarching issue remains to be the fact that there are very few cases of when RtoP was successfully used in atrocity prevention. Both Sierra Leone and Guatemala highlight situations of post-conflict violence prevention rather than the initial prevention of the opportunities for mass atrocities. Therefore, the Kenyan case, which is often celebrated as a prime example of effective diplomatic action under the RtoP banner, remains perhaps one of the only real examples of RtoP application. Regrettably, there are still cases where atrocities have happened or are now happening, yet where RtoP has not been invoked.
Overall the event presented a good discussion on issues related to the role of civil society in working with states to strengthen their domestic institutions in order to successfully prevent mass atrocities. As the title of the event suggested, much emphasis was placed on the experiences of civil societies from different parts of the world in working together with national governments in order to strengthen measures for atrocity prevention. The debate reaffirmed the crucial role of civil society groups in pushing governments in strengthening their institutions in order to adopt RtoP principles into their national agendas. With many governments remaining skeptical about RtoP and its effectiveness, the role of civil society in keeping the norm at the forefront of government deliberations is key. RtoP is a noble concept yet it continues to go about unfulfilled due to hesitation by governments based in part on a failure to heed their legitimate concerns.
Tereza Steinhublova, GAPW Junior Associate


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Mt. Tam Sunday Hike at Highway#1 and Muir Woods Rd. Trailhead - Hosted by Friends of Mt. Tam
Host: Friends of Mt. Tam
Discover the geology, ecology, and cultural history of the area with others who love Mt. Tam. Led by trained volunteers from the Friends of Mt. Tam, this hike is approximately 7 to 9.5 miles over hilly, rocky terrain and up to 2,200 foot elevation gain. For beginning hikers, senior hikers, and in-betweeners. The theme for this hike will be "Mt. Tam History". Be sure to bring hiking boots, plenty of water and a light lunch.
Meeting Location
Meet at the Hwy#1/Muir Woods Rd. trailhead.
Contact Information
Check the Friends of Mt. Tam website for detailed directions, hike updates, late minute additions,
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Oleg Klymchuk's practice includes advising, prosecution and litigation in various fields of IP law (copyright, trademarks and patents) as well as advising, administrative enforcement and litigation in the field of protection against unfair competition. Oleg focuses on enforcement of brands and designs against imitation and unfair exploitation. He also actively supports clients in anti-counterfeiting issues.
Oleg's experience also includes advising IT & TMT suppliers on intellectual property, commercial/transactional, regulatory, and advertising issues. Oleg also has considerable experience in conducting IP due diligence and IP-driven transactions.
In addition to his experience in IP law, Mr Klymchuk regularly advises clients on data protection and privacy, including cross-border transfer and complex personal data issues related to anti-corruption investigations.
Prior to joining Sayenko Kharenko in 2014, Oleg worked for one of leading Ukrainian law firms and in the Kyiv office of an international law firm.
New rules for comparative advertising in Ukraine: what's new for advertisers and other market players?
How entrepreneur can protect intellectual property rights (In Russian)
The Pharma Legal Handbook Ukraine
Five minutes before GDPR comes into force (in Ukrainian)
The importance of privacy notice and its accordance with the GDPR (in Russian)
Grace of soft-integration: disputes among parties of the contract on "complex" software implementation (in Russian)
High "intellectual" court is on the home stretch now (commentary) (in Ukrainian)
Services export and electronic workflow: how to execute a foreign economic agreement in electronic format (in Russian)
"Intellectual" riddles (commentary, in Ukrainian)
White Paper on legal and governance reform in Ukraine: strategic priorities, business and economic sector
Commentary on the ability to search the trade marks′ registration application by date of completion of the formal examination (in Russian)
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Hooray: Glamour Dolls and Lisa Frank are coming out with two eyeshadow palettes
Another item in the much-anticipated Glamour Dolls x Lisa Frank makeup collab has been revealed, and we're keeping our eyes on it!
The collaboration between the cruelty-free, vegan makeup brand and the rainbow-riffic haus of leopard has fans of beauty and cuteness freaking TF out. The collection is made possible by a Kickstarter campaign, which has reached over six times its original goal of $30,000. Clearly, everyone's absolutely quivering with anticipation for these magical rainbow goodies!
Most of the products in the line have already been announced. There's a unicorn makeup brush (currently available for pre-order for $4.99), a 3-piece nail polish set, lip products, eyeliner, makeup bag, and highlighter. Joining this army of cute are TWO eyeshadow palettes containing six shades each.
lol, same.
The actual shadow colors haven't been unveiled yet, but the palette names have. Bold and Bright Trapper Keeper Eyeshadow palette and Naturally Glam Trapper Keeper Eyeshadow palette lend clues to the themes of these palettes. Judging by Lisa's color schemes, we're not sure how "natural" Naturally Glam will be, but we know that Bold and Bright will be exactly that!
Oh, and the packages look like Trapper Keepers. Great rainbow leopards! For those of us of a certain age, this brings back major nostalgia. Youngins will surely appreciate them, too, because they're sure to be dope. (These have been revived by now, right? Like everything from the '80s and '90s.)
According to Glamour Dolls on the Kickstarter page, the designs are "not finalized" for these palettes.
Can't wait to get our paws on the collection!
There will also be a single shadow option for people who pledge $100 or more to the campaign. So if you're not feeling the palette, this is a great way to still have a killer eye makeup look. Plus, it looks like bronzer, matte mousse, highlighter, and lip products are all part of the $100 or more pledge! For those waiting to see what's inside the Mystery Trapper Keeper eyeshadow palette, it will be announced on March 31st! Keep your eyes peeled.
To get the Lisa Frank x Glamour Dolls Trapper Keeper Eyeshadow Palettes, pledge $70 or more to the Kickstarter campaign.


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'Allo 'Allo! comedy writer Jeremy Lloyd dies at the age of 84
Jeremy Lloyd, co-creator of BBC comedies 'Allo 'Allo! and Are You Being Served?, has died aged 84.
Lloyd died in hospital after being admitted for pneumonia, his agent said.
He worked with fellow comedy writer David Croft on the popular comedy series set in a department store, which ran from 1972-85.
His agent Alexandra Cann said: "Jeremy was a great wit and always a mass of original ideas.
"He had a wonderfully original mind and will be greatly missed."
Actress Vicki Michelle, who starred in 'Allo 'Allo! as sultry French waitress Yvette Carte-Blanche, said via Twitter that Lloyd was "such a wonderful talent, mentor and friend. A complete joy to work with."
Lloyd was married three times, including to the actress Joanna Lumley for a short period in 1970.
Lumley wrote about their brief union: "He was witty, tall and charming - we should have just had a raging affair."
Six months ago he married his third wife, Lizzy Moberly, who Lloyd described as "beautiful, clever and sent from heaven on a mission impossible".
He was appointed an OBE in 2012 for services to comedy and said he was "astounded" to gain an honour for doing what he enjoyed.
The success of Are you Being Served? spawned two spin-offs - Grace and Favour and Come Back Mrs Noah - both of which he worked on with Croft, who died in 2011.
The series was based partly on his own experiences of working in a London department store as a suit salesman.
He recalled of his time there: "I was fired for selling soft drinks in a fitting room and smoking too much behind the counter."
The partnership's other great success was 'Allo 'Allo!, set in Nazi-occupied France. It was a huge success with audiences and was screened on the BBC from 1982-92.
Lloyd's other work included writing the music and lyrics for children's character Captain Beaky, with a song performed by Keith Michell making the UK top five in 1980.
Earlier in his career, Essex-born Lloyd appeared in a number of film comedies including The Rag Trade, and he had roles in The Avengers during the late 1960s.
He also had success in the US, with regular slots on Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In where his upper crust accent was a hit with Stateside audiences. He also wrote material for the show.
Lloyd also appeared on the Billy Cotton Band Show where he first met his future comedy partner Croft.


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What is a clinical trial?
Before a new medicine can be tested in a clinical trial, it must first be tested in the laboratory. This is done to make sure that it is safe to test the medicine in people. New medicines are typically tested in 4 phases:
Phase 1:
Testing the safety of a new medicine in a small group of people – most often healthy people, but sometimes people with a certain disease. When the trial doctors and researchers are sure the medicine is well tolerated, it can go to phase 2.
Phase 2:
Testing the new medicine in a larger group of people with a certain disease. In this phase, the medicine is often tested for a longer time than in phase 1. This is done to see if or how the medicine works – also known as the 'efficacy' of the medicine.
Phase 3:
Testing the medicine in even larger groups of people with a certain disease. In this phase, the new medicine is compared with a standard medicine used for the disease, or with placebo. Placebo is a dummy medicine that looks, feels, or tastes like the trial medicine but does not have any medical ingredients.
Phase 4:
Testing a medicine that has already been approved for use. Phase 4 trials include the largest group of people taking part. Phase 4 trials are also sometimes called post-marketing surveillance trials.
All clinical trials have a detailed plan for how the trial should be done – a kind of 'recipe' for the trial doctors. This plan is called the trial protocol.
The trial protocol describes:
• which people may take part in the trial
• how people that take part will be treated and looked after
• how long the trial will take
• how the results will be measured.
Before a trial can start, an independent ethics committee and the local government's health authorities must approve the trial protocol.
Clinical trials will only take place, if there are more benefits than risks for the people taking part. There must also be a scientific and medical reason for the trial.
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- The information on this website is provided solely to increase transparency of LEO Pharma clinical trials. It is not intended to promote any prescription, sale, or use, whether approved or off-label, of any medicinal product from LEO Pharma or from any other company.
- The documents on this site have been prepared in accordance with applicable ICH guidelines upon completion of the respective clinical trials. Except edits necessary for the protection of commercially confidential information and those for the protection of personal data, the documents are in the same format as they were originally prepared for approvals from the regulatory authorities.
- The documents provided on this site contain data and results regarding approved and non-approved uses, formulations or treatment regimens. As data and results from clinical trials are of a scientific nature, you cannot rely on this information as a recommendation or advice regarding the use/non-use of any products or treatment options.
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Review of Market Leverage CPA Network
Market Leverage is a newish CPA Network however they are also quickly establishing themselves as one of the best! I am hoping that this review will help you to understand why.
Firstly I think that it is very apt to point out that Market Leverage's website is very professionally designed – both the front end and the back end. I find this very important about any CPA Network that I work with because if they don't take the time to have a decent website put up then are they going to take the time to do all the other basics of running a business?
When you sign up you will probably have to undergo a simple phone interview! There is no point worrying about this, because all they are basically going to make sure is that a) you are who you say you are and b) your not looking to promote there offers through fraudulent means. Just be honest and everything will go through smoothly!
Market Leverage's customer support is second to none – its absolutely fantastic! I am not just saying this either, my Affiliate Manager is available during the working day by all of the normal means (Phone, Email or AIM). They will usually answer within one business day if you email. What more could you ask for?
The offers available to you are very good too. They have a nice selection of Trial, Email/Zip submits, Retail and of course my favourite Exclusives. One of the best things about Market Leverage is that if you see the same offer paying more anywhere else then often Market Leverage's team will up there's for you to the same as the other CPA network!
Payment has never been an issue for me with Market Leverage, so I thought I would point this out as it is very important if you rely on a decent cash flow! They will pay via Cheque, Wire or Weekly Wire – you need to be hitting 1k a week for weekly wire though. Something else that is nice about these guys is that if you are consistent in your earnings they will send you gifts through with your payment! One last point about payments from Market Leverage is that they will send your payment by fed ex to ensure that you get it on time!
Like Neverblue ads, Hydra, Max bounty and all of the other top CPA networks, Market Leverage is definitely up there! This is because they take the time to work with you. They also don't assume that everyone is a marketing expert so even if you are new to CPA Marketing then they are worth looking at.


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Program Overview
Program Details:
Wild Ones Monday–
Fall Semester Single Sessions (Sept- Dec)
Ages: 7-12 yrs (with some flexibility)
Date/Time: Weekly on Mondays from 9:00-3:00 pm
Location: 95 Allen Rd. South Burlington, VT
Each semester is 14 weeks
Fall Semester: Sept 9- Dec 16 (No Nov 25)
Spring Semester: Jan 27- May 18 (No Feb 24, Mar 2, Apr 20)
Spring Semester: $700
Wild Ones is an outdoor, nature-based enrichment program for school-age children. Children join us weekly to engage and develop creative thinking, social intelligence, and complex problem solving through experiences in the wild. There will be plenty of time to explore and learn about the natural world around them, design, create, play, and cook over an open fire. They will challenge themselves in new ways, making lasting memories in the process.
Our site offers opportunities for individual and group play amidst a beautiful wooded area equipped with rope swings, materials for building and space to explore. We make every effort to accommodate any child who wishes to attend our program. We will provide an essential-oil based insect/tick spray if desired.
- TimberNook is a 100% outdoor program. Bathrooms and emergency shelter is available in the church. Weather appropriate attire for rain and snow is required and essential. We can offer suggestions for good quality rain gear. We ask that each child is equipped with insulated rain boots during cooler/cold weather.
- A change of clothes, an extra pair of closed toed shoes and towel recommended. Children have a potential to get dirty. Please have them dress accordingly.
- Children will need a snack and bagged lunch each day and refillable water bottle.
- TimberNook programs maintain a 6:1 child to adult ratio. Staff is first aid/CPR trained and background checked.
- More details will be emailed to you prior to the start of the program.
- This is a drop-off program. Drop off begins 5 minutes before 9:00 and all children should be picked up between 2:45-3:00.
- Sibling discounts available upon request. Please contact us for discount code. Discounts cannot be given after purchase.
Does your child attend public school? Many schools allow their students to attend weekly enrichment programs 1 day a week as a school alternative. We are happy to talk with your school official about the benefits of your child attending TimberNook.
Please contact Colleen with any questions.
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Wild Ones – Monday Full Day (Fall 2019 Single Session)- South Burlington- TimberNook of Greater Burlington
Sep 9 - May 18
Times: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Ages: 7 - 12
95 Allen Rd. South Burlington, VT 05403
Colleen Christman
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Trumbull neighbors band together to combat burglaries
TRUMBULL -- Even serving on the Town Council is no guarantee of immunity from a string of residential burglaries hitting Trumbull.
Tony Scinto, R-7, said thieves went on a spending spree of about $3,000 early Sunday with his wife's credit cards after they broke into her car and took her purse. Several of his neighbors also suffered similar thefts, he said.
Though the credit-card companies cut off the card, he said more than $800 charged early Sunday aroused suspicion, suspects have not been arrested in connection with the local thefts.
Scinto said he was warning neighbors Sunday in the aftermath of the theft and found they are feeling worried in spite of police investigation of the incidents, as cited in a warning about burglaries in the Nichols area last week. Scinto lives on Lindberg Drive, near Unity Park.
Both are sections of town near the Merritt Parkway, which he said makes getaways easier.
"I know that the police are investigating the situation, but that doesn't necessarily make people feel safer," he said.
Now, Scinto and one of his council colleagues, Chad Ciocci, R-7, want neighborhood residents to act. They plan to hold a community meeting on the problem at 10 a.m. Saturday in Calvary Evangelical Free Church, at 498 White Plains Road, corner of Shawnee Road.
Among the possible steps that will be discussed is reviving a dormant Neighborhood Watch.
"We trust that the Police Department is doing their best to bring justice, but in the meantime, it's important that residents feel a sense of security in their own neighborhood," Ciocci said.


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George McRobbie, described as 'a stalwart of the 21st century forestry and timber sector' has been named as the winner of Confor's Dedicated Service to Forestry Award for 2018.
Managing Director of Tilhill Forestry, George McRobbie who is also a Confor Board member and Forestry Commissioner – was presented with the award by Cabinet Secretary Fergus Ewing at Confor's annual dinner in Edinburgh last Tuesday.
Stuart Goodall, Chief Executive of Confor, said: "George McRobbie has been a significant figure in the modern forestry industry. He has stepped up to the mark to serve the sector time and time again – and always brings a wide range of skills to the table. He has enormous knowledge of forestry and valuable attributes, including integrity, diligence and tremendous common sense."
George has been Managing Director of Tilhill Forestry since 2012, a Board member of Confor since 2013 and a Forestry Commissioner since 2015. He is also a former President of the Institute of Chartered Foresters.
George said: "I am delighted and honoured to win this Award. It is a privilege to serve the modern forestry industry and a pleasure to see the sector making very positive progress towards a new era of productive planting."
Mr Goodall said at the event: "At a time when society faces huge challenges, there is a big role for an emerging sector that can offer solutions and behave with integrity. But we have to tell the story – collectively get the message out there – and that means all of us working together."
News Source: Tilhill Forestry


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True Love And True Family
The Family Federation For World Peace And Unification
The Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (FFWPU) was founded by the Reverend Sun Myung Moon and his wife, Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon on May 3, 1994. With chapters in 185 countries, the Family Federation is dedicated to the realization of God-centered families and the pursuit of world peace through its sponsorship of international marriage blessing ceremonies, educational conferences and service projects. The Federation embraces men and women of all races, nationalities and faiths.
Table of Contents
|Introduction - Discovering The Universal Ethic
|View Of The Principle Of The Providential History Of Salvation
|In Search Of The Origin Of The Universe
|True Family And True Universe Centering On True Love
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Winter Storm Jaxon will create a swath of substantial, wind-driven snow from the West into parts of the Plains, Upper Midwest, upstate New York and northern New England that could prompt perilous travel conditions into right on time one week from now.
The jet stream pattern is changing from what we've seen of late, taking an articulated crash southward into the West.
Vitality from the storm will then goad the improvement of a strong low-pressure area, an exemplary "Colorado low", which will track over the Plains and Midwest, and then to the Northeast on Sunday by early next week.
Toward the north of that low's track, significant accumulating snow is also expected. By the time, the system reaches the East, some dampness will overwhelm subfreezing air, delivering a blended pack of stormy precipitation in parts of New England and upstate New York.
Light to direct snow showers is moving over the Intermountain West from focal Nevada through Utah and Wyoming into parts of southern Montana.
Winter storm notices have been raised by the National Weather Service from parts of Nevada to focal Wyoming, including the Salt Lake City metro territory. Hazardous driving conditions are normal in the cautioned zones.
Winter climate warnings are likewise in actuality in different parts of the West, including the mountains of southern California, the Mogollon Rim of northern and eastern Arizona, and a great part of the Colorado and Wyoming Rockies west of the Continental Divide. Huge decreases in perceivability and general unsafe driving conditions are conceivable in these zones.
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she is almost ready to invite friends over!
"I am feeling like a proud parent over here!" <3
Close your eyes and imagine your home exactly as you would like it to be…clutter free and ready for visitors! This project required a little more effort than that, but with a very motivated client to purge, several trips to the dumpster, and many trips St Vincent dePaul…
she is almost ready to invite friends over!
"I am feeling like a proud parent over here!" <3
There is truly not an easy way to answer this question. Each client and each space is unique. Below I have listed a few questions to consider when you are thinking about asking:
How long it will take to get my space organized?
First, think about how long it has taken to accumulate all of your treasures… I will let that sink in for a second…
Then consider:
Now to break down expectations.
Think about how much time it takes to complete tasks around the house. Laundry for instance: How long does it take to remove the clothes from the dryer, fold or put on hangers, and put into their homes? For some people, the answer may be under 15 minutes, yet for others it will take much, much longer. Why? If closets are overflowing and dresser drawers are busting open, it is not as easy as it sounds to "just put it away." In those homes, laundry may not get put away, or if it does there will be creative problem solving or necessity purging rather than mindful decision making.
In a chronically disorganized home, tasks will take much longer. For example, I have been able to purge, sort, and replace all the items from a closet in less than two hours in one home, and I have spent 10 hours in a similarly sized closet with a client who struggles to make decisions. Where each persons falls on the spectrum is unknown until we roll up our sleeves and get to work.
I can say that at each consecutive session, clients will begin to make decisions faster and faster. I will also get to know your personality and preferences and help you much better to make decisions that are in line with your values and beliefs. You will also begin to trust me, and eventually we can be working side by side on different projects. That process takes time, but when it happens, it is magic!
"Getting organized does not have to feel hopeless. You just have to be ready!" -Claire
[Book Review] Buried in Treasures
Buried in Treasures: Help for Compulsive Acquiring, Saving, and Hoarding (Second Edition)
by: David F Tolin, Randy O. Frost, Gail Steketee
Platform: Kindle
This book is written as a self-help manual for folks struggling with hoarding tendencies, their families, and their collaborative team. Right from the beginning of the book, I was impressed with the author's stance on this topic. They are sensitive to the use of the term "hoarders, " and are very respectful to their readers.
Much of the content in the book is research based and not simply observations from the authors. Several self-assessments are available to the readers to gauge your situation including safety and ADL (Activities of Daily Living). It is so important to understand the conditions that you are living in. Remember, if a person struggles with extreme chronic disorganization, it happened progressively and they may not see it like an outsider. Using these assessments will give them a better understanding. The authors also use self-assessments to walk you through some of your beliefs and self talk. Then they give readers strategies for beating hoarding. Knowing what thoughts are preventing you from making the progress you desire is a very powerful tool. The focus moves then to mindfulness of your surroundings and visualization, followed by a contract with yourself.
This book requires work. It is not a read and then put in to action activity. The book asks you many, many questions and really gets readers engaged in the process. I feel pretty strongly that this book can help people overcome their hoarding tendencies. The book would be a great compliment to working with a therapist on CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.) I highly suggest this book.
Buried in Treasures Workshop
Randy Frost collaborated with Lee Schuer to compile a Facilitator Guide to walk through Buried in Treasures as a Workshop. I would love to see this take off locally. I know there is a need for this type of support for my clients. The format of the workshop is intended to be peer lead, so I am not going to facilitate. I would be happy to work with a facilitator to get the group started though. Please let me know if you are interested in working on this project!
[Book Review] Life In Rewind
Life in Rewind: The Story of a Young Courageous Man Who Persevered Over OCD and the Harvard Doctor Who Broke all the Rules to Help Him
by: Terry Weible Murphy
Platform: Hardcover Library Book
This is one of those fascinating books that you can sit down and read pretty quickly. The main character's story, Ed Zine, is one that I feel many can relate to but then it takes a turn. Life at home as a kid was hard, but then he is hit with the devastating loss of his mother to cancer and his life is turned upside down.
The author does a wonderful job of helping you actually see the living conditions Ed survived in. They also try very hard to feel the way Ed was feeling and the stress that OCD put on his life. OCD took him over and directed his every move. Some self-directed Exposure Response Therapy was used to help Ed overcome OCD and rejoin the outside world after encouragement from the Dr. Jenkins.
Of course there is a beautiful, happy ending but it in no way overshadows the trials this young man went through. Stories like this one really get my mind going and wondering about all the other people out there in the world who are also struggling in silence OCD. Some who may not have supportive families, or others who's families may feel exhausted in their efforts to help. This is a great story to add hope to anyone struggling with OCD.
What was the point of that???
Often, clients with Chronic Disorganization (CD) have difficulty with the steps above. They likely struggle with categorizing the items throughout their homes. This quick exercise that may seem elementary to some people, would leave others feeling anxious.
Why does the inability to categorize lead to trouble?
When you can not decide what the best place is to store an item, where you look for it, or what you plan to do with it, suddenly an empty package can put the weight of the world on your shoulders. People often strive for perfection and as a result get trapped doing nothing…all those nothings can quickly add up to something!
Isn't the candy wrapper trash?
Not exactly, this is where my questions about value comes in from above. Many people struggling with CD and hoarding tend to value all the stuff in their home equally. From the items in the photo above, non CD folks likely rated family photos or jewelry as more valuable than the wrapper or box of crackers. With CD, it is really difficult to differentiate because there are so many ideas associated with what they "could" or "should" do with something. Then, items often take on more value than they realistically have. When people associate a value with something it becomes increasingly difficult to get rid of.
Practical application.
One question I ask a lot, and customize to each client is:
"Is this item worth…
It can sometimes be a slow process, but my goal is to identify what the client truly wants. They have called me for a reason, and I help them identify how they got in the situation they are in, prioritize what needs to stay, and purge the rest!
[Organizing] January Support Group
As Part of GO Month for NAPO:
I will be offering a free weekly conference call to talk about organizing struggles, setting organizing goals, and accountability.
Organizing is a common New Year's Resolution. Together we can try to get you off to a good start!
If you are interested in participating, please email firstname.lastname@example.com for more information.
[Organizing] Yeah, but...
In my business, I often meet people who are ready to make a change. For some folks change will be easier than expected, yet for others, it is a struggle…
Here in an example of a conversation that I have weekly with clients:
Me: What about this ____________? Can you tell me about it, when you last used it, etc?
Client: Sure, I have had it for years. It was my mother, sister, brother, cousin, uncles… I just can not part with it, but I have never used it.
Me: OK, so maybe if it is an item that has a lot of meaning, we should find a place where it can have a safe place to be honored.
Client: But it has always been here…
Organizers who specialize in working with clients struggling with chronic disorganization walk a fine line between helping the client and causing unnecessary stress. (FYI, I highly suggest that clients work with a therapist as well as an organizer!) I never want to be the one to push a client to the point that they shut down, yet if their system of organization was working, they would not need me there. Often it is difficult to see the big picture and envision the end project. In these situations, I will often suggest:
Part of the experience of working with an organizer is to try new solutions, learn and make changes. Literally, if nothing changes, then everything stays the same…(Is that a song?!?)
I like to remove the illusion of finality…
I feel like a bit of a broken record, but the number of times that this comes up a month leads me to believe that I have not quite worded it well to the right people, or it is not getting out there. If there is someone in your life breaking any of these rules, feel free to share it with them. Maybe if it is coming from a neutral source it will be better received!
This blog post is geared towards the family members of people who may be in need of organizing assistance. The intent is educate you on how to best help your loved one.
What not to do: Assume that they feel there is a problem.
What to do instead:
Listen. Ok, I will repeat that: LISTEN. Generally, folks who want help will drop subtle, or not so sublet
clues to invite you into the conversation.
What not do do: Show up at their house to "help."
What to do instead:
Ask if there is a time that you could come by and be helpful.
What not to do: Lose trust by renegade organizing and throwing things out.
What to do instead:
Listen very carefully. It is not your stuff. If you want to be helpful, you have to respect the person and
their choices. Do not throw anything away without permission. If you break this trust, you are severely
risking damaging or losing that relationship.
What not to do: Threaten them with interventions.
What to do instead:
Tell them how much you care about them and why their behavior or environment is a concern.
What not to do: Make judgments about their lifestyle, choices, or health.
What to do instead:
Support them and their journey, no matter how difficult or different than yours. If
you are truly concerned about their safety, then check in on them and find services that would be
helpful. Often times, people struggling with mental health conditions and chronic disorganization have
suffered a traumatic event. Our community in Madison offers a wide array of peer led support groups,
professionally led groups, and physicians who can help.
What not to do: Buy them a gift certificate for organizing hours.
What to do instead:
This goes back to the previous question about finding services that would be helpful. Feel free to
include an organizer or two in your list of community resources, but please do not buy them anything!
This would be similar to buying a friend a Weight Watchers membership if they did not ask for it.
People can be very insulted! Remember, it is all a matter of perception, and unless that person in
harming themselves or someone else, your perception does not matter.
The classes through ICD truly offer insight and education from professionals who have been pioneers in the field. This series of classes added many beneficial pieces of the puzzle.
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Nepal sells out
-Janadesh , 28 August
"Monarchy is necessary in Nepal. The Maoist demand of a republic, a constituent assembly and a republic are all detrimental to the nation." This is what Madhav Kumar Nepal and his party is now saying publicly. And people are taking these statements seriously. Political analysts say Nepal is going the Rayamajhi way, giving rise to a new nickname for the UML supremo, "the second Rayamajhi."
Sources say that at Siliguri Prachanda told Nepal that if the left forces were to unite, then it was possible to establish a republic in Nepal immediately. This could be either through the use of force or through the formation of a constituent assembly. Immediately after he returned from Siliguri, Nepal went to meet the king. He then stated that the monarchy was still needed in Nepal and that the call for a republic, a constituent assembly and an interim government were detrimental to nationhood. People suspect that Nepal told the king all that had happened in Siliguri.
Keshar Jung Rayamajhi is now the chief of the Privy Council. In 1960-61 he was the general secretary of what was then the Nepal Communist Party. He discarded the calls for a republic and publicly said that monarchy was needed in Nepal, which Puspa Lal and the other communists disagreed with. When Mahendra established a dictatorship, Rayamajhi welcomed it saying that it was in line with Marxist-Leninist principles. Rayamajhi said because the nation was in danger, what Mahendra did was in its best interest. Now Nepal, too, is saying the same things. Rayamajhi left the proletariat and moved towards the capitalists. In the same way, Nepal is leaving the poor and moving towards the capitalists. He has forgotten that organised and collective strength is the only protector of a country's independence and nationalism.
Gutless Maoists
-Budhabar, 29 August
Prachanda is the sort of person who at times can churn out four or five press releases a day. But he did not have one after Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba presented his eight-point programme on 16 August. Why is Prachanda not speaking out now? It is over two weeks since he last issued a statement, and people are taking this as a sign that the Maoists have no agenda left.
The Maoists do not have the guts to support the radical land reform program announced in parliament, and they do not have the chutzpah to oppose it either. Now parliament is moving to bring about radical social change while the Maoists have been caught engaging in personal agendas and wish lists. Prachanda does not say a word about these radical social changes, but instead puts forward ideas about a republic, an interim government and a constituent assembly. Why is he doing this?
Since the Maoists do not have an agenda and cannot form a republic, it seems the Maoist leaders have become agitated and irresponsible and are indulging in character assassination. There is a vast difference between what they say and what they actually do. Their sloganeering about a republic will destroy this country and all that was achieved through the Jana Andolan. Clearly, their only aim is the formation of an interim government and a constituent assembly.
All parties that do not agree to its agenda are openly abused and their character is being questioned. It seems TN Pradhan (infamous for concocting conspiracy theories about the death of Madan Bhandari of the UML) has taken over their publicity department. In the recent meeting in Siliguri, the Maoists proposed a republic, but Madhav Kumar Nepal had pushed it aside stating that this was not the right time for that.How responsible are people who hide in India but want to establish a republic in Nepal? Janadesh, which is close to the Maoist party, says in its recent issue that Prachanda met Madhav Nepal in Siliguri recently. It further says Prachanda wanted left parties to unite to establish a republic. Madhav Nepal is said to have responded that this was impossible right now. The Maoists saw red and made public a fictitious meeting between Nepal and the king.


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Discover the next generation of alcohol sensors: A touch-free sensor integrated into the dashboard of the car (with no calibration required) for the automotive market, or a connected system for public transportation.
Our current projects include the development of a new technology to allow for contact-free, unobtrusive measurement of the driver's breath alcohol. In Virginia, US, the Driver Alcohol Detection for cars is already being tested on the roads, and our solutions for public transport is available on the market.
The solution we offer for public transport is called Sesame. It is the next generation of alcolocks - for safe and secure starts to each transport, with little inconvenience to the business. Sesame can be used in vehicles or as a stationary check-in system. Using the system, you ensure that you have the right driver with the right competence, in the right condition. It only takes 9 seconds.
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Alcohol sensors in cars
In the field of automotive alcohol safety systems, we enjoy close cooperation with Autoliv, a leading global supplier of those kinds of systems. Our current projects include the development of a new technology to allow for contact-free, unobtrusive measurement of the driver's breath alcohol. When measuring blood alcohol concentration, most people are familiar with breathalysers (which require drivers to provide a deep lung sample by blowing into a tube or other sensor). In contrast, the breath-based system being developed by Senseair and Autoliv Development is designed to unobtrusively analyse alcohol on the driver's breath. Drivers will simply be able to enter the vehicle and breathe as they normally would.
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Read more about the project at https://www.dadss.org/breath-based-technology/
Alcohol sensors in public transportation
The solution we offer players in public transportation is called Sesame. It is the next generation of alcolocks - for safe and secure starts to each transport, with little inconvenience to the business.
Sesame can be used in vehicles or as a stationary check-in system. By checking in at one of these units, you ensure that the right driver, in the right condition, and with the right skills is behind the wheel. It only takes 9 seconds.
Key benefits:
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Our sensors are always connected, and the driver identifies with his or her ID card/driver's license. A single exhalation on one of the sensors opens the entire fleet for the period of time that you decide a test is valid (4-8 hours).
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With Sesame, a team can check in based on function instead of person. The station is only used to ensure that the entire team is tagged. It is suitable for e.g. rescue stations, air traffic controls, ferries, trains, paper mills, nuclear power plants, lift systems, amusement park staff.
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