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Billiards legend Michael Ferreira denies fraud charge in Rs 425-cr QNet scam
Former world billiards champion Michael Ferreira, who was summoned by Mumbai Police in connection with the Rs 425-crore scam allegedly committed by multi-level marketing firm QNet, today trashed the allegations against him of defrauding people.
Ferreira, who has gone abroad some time back, said he would appear before the investigators as soon as he returns to India. He even defended the controversial company. The Padma Bhushan awardee said "three to four days ago, the summons were received at my home (in Mumbai) in my absence.
I am abroad now. The summons were handled by my lawyer and I understand he is co-operating fully." Responding a query, he said "of course, I shall make myself available (before the Economic Offences Wing of the Mumbai police). I have the highest regard and respect for the police. As soon as I am cleared to travel, I will appear before the EOW.
I am undergoing a lot of stress at the moment." The winner of the World Amateur Billiards Championship described as "outrageous, malicious and untruthful" the allegations against him of defrauding people through QNet. "The company has a book of goods and service which offers to customers. Then where is the question of anyone defrauding anyone, leave alone me?
How I defrauded anyone. Customers, who are interested in the products, they can buy. If not, then no need to buy. I have not approached anyone and forced anyone." Explaining his association with QNet, Ferreira said "a good friend of mine from Hong Kong told me about the online company (which) wanted to open a franchise complying with local laws in India for the purpose of goods and service (it offers).
"They asked me to be a shareholder and I said yes. I saw it as a great business opportunity. I have no operational responsibility for setting up the company and I am just a shareholder." He sought to know how the company defrauded anybody. "How they (the company) defrauded anyone? Where is the question of defrauding, I just cannot understand this.
Please appreciate the fact that this is like any other company that has products at its disposal which it offers to customers. And if the customer chose to buy, then where is the question of defrauding?" The police summoned Ferreira last week and wants to question him about his association with the scam-hit company and his role.
The EOW arrested nine team leaders of the QNet for allegedly duping investors by selling products like magnetic disks, herbal products and holiday schemes through fraudulent practices. QNet has also been accused of using the banned binary-pyramid business model for their multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes to entice investors. The accused have been charged with cheating and forgery under relevant sections of the Prize, Chits and Money Circulation Schemes (Banning) Act, 1978.
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A framework for LCA for Sustainability: comparing different types of boreal forests
The report is financially supported by Borregaard research fund for research in the forestry sector. The objectives of this report are to increase knowledge of woody biomass supply chains in Norway; compare environmental performance of lowland and mountain boreal forests wood fuel supply chains; and scrutinise sustainability concepts linked to life cycle assessment methodology and forestry.
The report is divided in two parts: the first section present results derived by life cycle assessment, while the second part describes the first phases for developing a framework for LCA for sustainability.
The report shows results for five environmental impact categories (climate change, acidification, eutrophication, photo oxidant formation, ozone depletion) related to each stage of the analyzed supply chains. Furthermore, it introduces the concepts of sustainability, sustainability indicators and methodology for assessing sustainability linked to LCA in connection to forest based supply chains.
Results indicate that road transportation and combustion are the stages of the wood fuel supply chains with the highest contributions in all evaluated impact categories. Silviculture and regeneration show small environmental burdens (less than 1.5% compared to the total emissions) with the exception of photochemical oxidation where the associated environmental load is more than 4%. Road transportation to the terminal has a significant contribution for all impact categories, especially for GWP and ODP. The mountain forest supply chain from the forest stand to the terminal has higher GWP than the lowland one, but there are not substantial differences in the other impact categories. Type of transportation from the terminal to the plant can influence the examined impacts. Benefits of using railway for long distance are clearly highlighted in the report. While the relative importance of environmental categories for each supply stage is more homogenously distributed for GWP, ODP and POP (percentage for each impact categories for each stage is between 0 and 30%), for EP and AP the combustion phase contributes with almost half of the overall emissions.
The part II of this project represents a step towards the development of a methodology for assessing sustainability in the forest sector based on the LCA approach, presenting indications and examples of sustainability indicators and methodological approach. However, it is demonstrated that there are not clear answers on which are the best indicators and methodology for sustainability in the bioenergy based on woody biomass and sustainability assessment in the forestry and bioenergy sector is challenging and complicated.

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In 1898, Bram Stoker's "Dracula" was translated for the first time, into Hungarian. Just a couple of years later, it was published in Icelandic. But it turns out the Icelandic rendering was much more than a translation; it was a radically different version of the story. In a foreword to "Powers of Darkness," an annotated English-language edition of that version, Dacre Stoker, the great-grandnephew of Bram, says the author "could not have been immune to the influences of the Icelandophiles who surrounded him," people who had traveled to the country and studied its myths and literature.
He concludes that his ancestor "was not only aware of the differences" between the two texts, but "orchestrated them." He calls "Powers of Darkness" "another version or draft of 'Dracula,' written by Bram sometime during the 1890s." The Icelandic translation, by Valdimar Asmundsson, allowed Stoker the opportunity to make the book "unique and more relevant to Icelandic interest," Dacre writes. " 'Powers of Darkness' — a different title for a different book."
In his introduction, the back-translator, Hans Corneel de Roos, writes that several of Stoker's planning notes that didn't end up in "Dracula" do appear in "Powers of Darkness." Those details include a hidden room in the count's castle and a more active presence in the story for the investigative police.
The book received only one review in the Icelandic press, and in 1906, several years after it was published. The critic said the novel "would have been better left unwritten, and I cannot see that such nonsense has enriched our literature." But according to de Roos, despite that solitary pan, the book did leave a lasting impression on Icelandic culture. And now, with the discovery of its vast differences from "Dracula," it will have a lasting effect on the world of vampire studies too.
"I was shocked by how many ethnically Korean women I interviewed discussed the necessity of suffering in a woman's life. That said, I think the idea of not needing to suffer in life and choosing happiness is a fairly recent American notion." — Min Jin Lee, on researching her novel "Pachinko," in an interview with Origins
Biographer With A Lens
Patricia Bosworth's new memoir, "The Men in My Life," is reviewed this week by Penelope Green. Bosworth has written a lot about other people's lives, including biographies of Marlon Brando, Jane Fonda and the photographer Diane Arbus. In Interview magazine in 2012, Bosworth recalled posing for Arbus as a teenager, and made her sound like a bit of a biographer herself. "She was always very interested in you," Bosworth said. "She focused on you. . . . She pulled stories out of people, which is why she was able to take such interesting pictures. Her subjects always revealed themselves to her."


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I currently have the following one year old rod / reel combos for sale. As always, it's first come, first served and a limit of 2 outfits per person. I have 5 Shimano Teramar 7.5 foot TMS-X76M rods with Daiwa BG 3000 reels. Retail for these outfits would be $250, so I am selling them for $125 each. I have one 8 foot Ohero Gold Series Heavy Action Rod with a CFT 4000 reel. This combo would be a step up from the above mentioned rig, capable of handling 15 to 30 lbs test. The rod is a little older so this is also available for $125. The last combo is a Daiwa Saltist 76MLFS 7.5 foot rod with a Daiwa BG 3000 reel. This rod is almost brand new. I bought it to try out but it is slightly too light for my liking, yet still a rod that could easily be used for snook, redfish and trout. As this rod is almost new, I will sell this combo for $150.
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Medical Management MBA and PhD: Degrees at a Glance
Students in a medical management graduate degree program receive comprehensive training in the operations and leadership skills needed to successfully run a health service facility. Although careers in medical management usually require a bachelor's degree, many of these professionals hold master's degrees, particularly those in leadership positions. Keep in mind that admission into Master of Business Administration (MBA) and PhD programs can be highly competitive.
Job prospects for this field are bright. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that medical and health services managers were expected to see above-average growth (22%) from 2010 to 2020. The growing aging population, which has a greater demand for healthcare, was projected to spur this demand.
|Who is this degree for?
|Healthcare professionals who want to advance to management positions
|Individuals with backgrounds in healthcare, business, math or social science who want to pursue careers in policy, research or academia
|Common Career Paths (with approximate median annual salary)
|Medical or health services manager ($96,000)*
|- Career path for the PhD is similar to that of the master's, though there might be greater advancement opportunities for candidates holding PhDs
- Postsecondary business professor ($87,000)*
|Time to Completion
|Approximately 2 years
|Approximately 4 years
|Common Graduation Requirements
|- Core courses
- Electives
- Practicum or field project
|- Core coursework
- Dissertation presentation
- Dissertation defense
- Teaching practicum
|- Bachelor's degree transcripts
- Resume
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- GMAT or GRE scores
|All of the MBA prerequisites, plus:
- Master's degree in healthcare or a related field
- Graduate degree transcripts
|Online Availability
|Similar programs are available
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2011 figures).
Medical Management MBA
Medical management Master of Business Administration programs prepare students for careers in healthcare administration. Master's candidates will typically learn how to oversee medical facilities by studying the foundations of business, financial management and healthcare policy. Depending on the nature of your program, you may need to fulfill prerequisite courses in business or health-related topics. These programs are generally geared toward students who already have experience in the healthcare field, and graduates of medical management MBA programs may go on to pursue careers in various industries, including government, finance, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and private business.
Pros and Cons
- Can give medical and health services managers a competitive edge over bachelor's degree holders
- Strong prospects for employment in nursing care facilities due to the growing aging population*
- Medical and health services managers can earn more than two times the national median salary for all occupations**
- An undergraduate degree specific to business or health is often not required for admission
- MBA programs may favor applicants who have previous work experience
- Managers of nursing-care and assisted-living facilities are often require to hold state licensure
- May be required to work evenings, weekends or overnight shifts
Source: *U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2010-2020 projections), **U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2010 figures).
Courses and Requirements
Students in a medical management MBA program will experience a variety of business- and healthcare-focused courses. In addition to core courses, students can generally pick an assortment of elective courses in areas that interest them. Although curricula vary, students in medical management MBA programs will typically study topics in financial management, health policy, the globalization of healthcare and technology in healthcare (such as e-health business models or informatics). Consider that programs often have some form of hands-on experience requirement, such as a field project or practicum.
Online Degree Options
Medical management MBA degrees are available in online formats. Some schools offer completely online curricula, while others have blended, partially online formats. Online degree programs are typically flexible, offering full-time and part-time options. Admission and curriculum requirements are very similar to those of a traditional on-campus program, and students may be required to have several years of prior work experience.
Stand Out with This Degree
During college, consider joining on-campus organizations that highlight your management skills and newly-acquired business expertise. For example, some business schools have student associations focused on the healthcare industry. By joining such an association, you may have the opportunity to interact with alumni and faculty members who have experience in medical management. If your school does not have a relevant student association, consider becoming a member of a national professional organization; the Medical Group Management Association - American College of Medical Practice Executives, for example, offers a student membership.
Medical Management PhD
Medical management PhD programs emphasize research and scholarly contributions to public and private health services. Programs may stress intensive training in healthcare systems and health services research combined with traditional business disciplines. When researching medical management PhD programs, consider that similar programs may use slightly different names (such as health policy and management) in their titles. Graduates with a PhD in medical management often seek upper-level management careers in private industry and government as well as university-level teaching and research positions.
Pros and Cons
- Some programs admit students from various backgrounds, including medicine, economics, insurance, nursing, business and health
- Can lead to an advanced career in academia and research
- Small class sizes enable students to interact closely with faculty and peers, which can be particularly valuable during research assignments
- Doctoral programs generally only accept a handful of students each year
- Some programs require applicants to hold master's degrees in healthcare, social science or another similar field
- Career-long learning necessary to stay abreast of changing healthcare policies and technologies
Courses and Requirements
As a student in a medical management PhD program, you will need to complete major courses and pass preliminary or qualifying examinations in your field, as well as researching, writing and presenting a dissertation. Many programs also encourage or require PhD candidates to complete teaching practicums. PhD candidates can expect courses in healthcare services systems, research, health policy and statistics. You will also take seminars in various healthcare topics. Depending on your program and academic credentials, you may need to take some prerequisite courses as well.
Online Degree Options
Fully online PhD programs in medical management are not available at this time; however, there are similar degree programs that offer distance learning options, such as a PhD in health sciences program with a specialty in health professions leadership. Similar to traditional on-campus degree programs, coursework is further enhanced through seminars, practicums and scholarly projects. Some offline components (such as teaching requirements or dissertation defenses) may be required to complete your degree.
Stand out with This Degree
Since a PhD may lead to a career in postsecondary teaching, consider familiarizing yourself with new classroom technology tools that can help you better manage your role as teaching assistant and increase student engagement. Some tools, such as Blackboard, are designed to streamline organization and efficiency for professors and students. Other tools serve as instructional devices, such as 3-D visualization technology.


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Photography Classes in Deer River MN
Are you looking for photography classes in Deer River MN? Whether you are a professional, beginner, or hobbyist, the most effective way to improve your photography skills is through hands-on training with skilled instructors.
Minnesota has many accredited and recognized photography schools. Photography classes cover techniques like portrait capture, exposure and composition, lighting, posing and unposing, and other photography fundamentals. Maturing into a skilled photographer can pave the road to a prosperous professional career or lifelong hobby.
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501 West College Drive
Brainerd, Minnesota 56401-3900
Phone: (218) 855-8000
79.76 miles away
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
1414 College Way
Fergus Falls, Minnesota 56537-1000
Phone: (218) 736-1500
135.46 miles away
Hennepin Technical College
9000 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota 55445
Phone: (952) 995-1300
165.23 miles away
Ridgewater College
2101 15th Ave NW
Willmar, Minnesota 56201
Phone: (800) 722-1151
171.87 miles away
The Art Institutes International-Minnesota
15 S 9th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
Phone: (612) 332-3361
174.11 miles away
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
1501 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403-1779
Phone: (612) 659-6000
174.24 miles away
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
100 Church Street SE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455-0213
Phone: (612) 625-5000
174.42 miles away
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
2501 Stevens Ave
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404
Phone: (612) 874-3700
175.40 miles away
College of Visual Arts
344 Summit Ave
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102-2199
Phone: (651) 757-4000
177.62 miles away
Brown College-Mendota Heights
1345 Mendota Heights Road
Mendota Heights, Minnesota 55120
Phone: (651) 905-3400
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My last blog was focused on my struggle to understand the necessity to drive marriage equality all the way to the SCOTUS. It seems to me that the 14th Amendment is not really very difficult to interpret: "No person" is to be denied equal rights without due process. What's to be interpeted there? I made mention of the war on equal rights, and I need to expand on that a bit.
This "war" springs from the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York in 2001. With the aid of the military-industrial complex and religious tribalism, we as a nation have succumbed to fear as a result of that attack - an irrational fear of terrorism from the outside - you know, islamic jihadists and all that. It's an irrational fear because the actual American death toll from terrorism (excluding military casualties in our ill-conceived, ineffective military actions against terrorism) doesn't warrant the level of fear that has been generated. We'll never solve the problem of external terrorists by military action. Some of the "patriotic" conservative politicians have joined hands with the terrorists in promoting this unreasoning fear for their political (and pecuniary) gain, aided by some media pseudo-pundits* and the news media in general. We're allowing this exaggerated threat to frighten us to give up our Constitutional freedoms in the name of "security". This is precisely what we've been warned not to do by no less a person than Benjamin Franklin:
Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety.
What we've done is to give the terrorists precisely what they want: to transform ourselves into the de facto enemy of muslims around the world. Along that path, we're denying ourselves the very freedoms of which we're so proud that have distinguished this nation for much of our history. We're losing the war on terrorism, badly. Not only are terrorist actions causing us to waste vast resources on "security theater" as well as huge military expenditures leading nowhere, but we (including the courts!) have gutted the 4th Amendment:
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers,
and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be
violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause,
supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place
to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
Our lives are being tracked by the so-called National Security Agency (better named the National Insecurity Agency!) without warrant or probable cause, police are being transformed into a paramilitary arm of the government with the apparent right to use deadly force with impunity whenever they wish, and so on. Edward Snowden, like Daniel Ellsberg (remember the "Pentagon Papers"?) before him should be honored as a hero for exposing the NSA's intrusions into the lives of ordinary Americans. Instead, he's cast as a traitor and so has been forced to become a fugitive from the "American Justice" for being a whistle-blower. We're sleepwalking our way into becoming a fascist oligarchy and international bully. The "collateral damage" from our foreign incursions recruits new terrorists every day. Ordinary Americans are being bombarded with propaganda about the terrorist bogeyman from islam, while the real threat, resulting from real acts of murder, is home-grown terrorism from right-wing extremists willing to commit any crime to advance their cause.
What makes our nation attractive to the residents of other nations is its opportunities. Those opportunities spring from the freedoms guaranteed by our Constitution. We're being led to yield those freedoms for the illusion of our own "protection". What we truly need protection from are those who would gain from our irrational fears. Those who profit from that fear are the real enemy and we need to stop giving in to this pressure from our enemies (foreign and domestic) to sacrifice our essential liberties.
*A true pundit is: a person who knows a lot about a particular subject and who expresses
ideas and opinions about that subject publicly. That is, a subject matter expert. Most of the media's pseudo-pundits are pretty far from experts in their public proclamations of their opinions about various topics.
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Clutter Free Kitchen
It is wonderful to have a newly fitted contemporary or traditional style kitchen with lots of beautiful, clean, clear worktops. But it is sometimes difficult to maintain completely clear worktops, in reality, we all need to have various appliances such as toasters, tea and coffee making items and sometimes small liquidisers for those all so healthy smoothies that are growing in popularity.
So how can you keep your work surfaces clear? Beau-Port has the ideal solution which our designers have incorporated into a number of projects - a handy storage solution for all of that clutter, carefully concealed behind a stylish roll top shutter unit.
One of our clients, Pauline Budd considers this particular feature one of her favourite sections of her Beau-Port Shaker style kitchen - the discreet drinks area, complete with mini-sink housing a Quooker boiling tap, illuminated by stylish beaded lighting and with a wooden roll top shutter to hide it all away when not in use.
"I really love the drinks area it is magic, so easy to make drinks with hot water on tap all the time, no need for a kettle cluttering up the surfaces and it has been very useful, particularly when making hot drinks for large numbers."
This clutter clear solution has also been incorporated into a number of contemporary style kitchens that our designers have created.
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Another contemporary kitchen for a boutique B & B client also incorporates this clever roll down counter top shutter unit, that hides the toasters neatly away out of sight when not required. The Quooker boiling tap is also useful for our B & B client and he commented:
"I love the instant boiling water tap, which is a so helpful when I suddenly have 12 people coming down to breakfast at the same time and all wanting hot drinks and it saves a lot of time." Boiling taps are another great clutter clearing solution.


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Why Choose Zen Cart for Your eCommerce Development
17 Oct. 2013 e-Commerce Development
Zen Cart® is a free, Open Source and user-friendly shopping cart application used by many retailers today. This ecommerce solution works seamlessly on popular web technologies, catering to various businesses and technical users like shop owners, designers, programmers and customers. This article explains the top shopping cart features that brick & mortar retailers can leverage while implementing Zen Cart® development for their online retail store.
Many shopping cart solutions have a complex development infrastructure right from programming to analytics, but Zen Cart® focuses primarily on the requirements of merchants and shoppers. Not only is it open source but integrating Zen Cart® to a point of sale (POS) is extremely easy. The ecommerce application development makes the shopping experience for online consumers convenient, unlike other shopping carts that are more focused on their programming efficiency rather than being focused on the consumer's requirements.
Features – Zen Cart® Shopping Cart
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- Keep your products/catalog easily updated – add, delete or modify products without HTML coding
- Works on the popular combination of PHP and MySQL technologies
- Easy installation – a program guides helps you easily through the setup process
- Advanced templates available using style sheets & images
- Built-in override protection system protects any PHP coding changes during upgrades
- Merchandise Pricing options – single and multiple items can be put on sale
- Put products on Sale by providing percentage-off, fixed amount off, new price, etc
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- Multiple shipping options – supports many carriers & postal services, options to hold for pickup, free delivery in an area
- Customer access control – you can set up your shop to only allow customers access to pricing or pricing but not buying until after being authorized by an administrator. You can restrict them from browsing at all too, if desired
- Search options allow you to search for products based on name, description, meta-tags, price, and more
- Email can be sent via sendmail, smtp, or smtp-with-authorization
- Coupons and gift certificates can be easily managed both by customers and administrators
- PayPal™ IPN and many other popular merchant services supported
- Scalable from small shops to larger shops with hundreds of thousands of products
- Multiple language & Multiple currency support
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This is why we urge you to seek help from an experienced ecommerce development team who can guide you to select the best ecommerce solution for your business.


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Job Interview Skills
Acing Any Job Interview
"Are You Looking To Be Employed Next Week?"
So are thousands of people across the country.
Do you have a job interview lined up? Do you know you are expected to bring? Are you ready to handle the nervousness? If not, honestly ask yourself this question…
How do you expect to get a job? It's too easy to not be taken seriously…
Granted, most people do not know what is expected of them when they first start going to job interviews. (Which is a good reason why it may take more than one.) If they do get hired, it's probably because no one prepared the way they were supposed to…
It's like choosing bad over worse!
Your job is your lively hood. If you absolutely NEEDED to find yourself a job, would you be willing to do what it takes to get your name on the top of a job recruiter's list?
If I told you everything that was expected of you – what to bring, what questions are going to be asked, and what questions you should know to ask….
would you be willing to listen?
If not – good luck in the real world. If so, then I have something for you. It's called….
Your Basic Guide To Acing ANY Job Interview!
"…Your Basic Guide To Acing ANY Job Interview!"
Acing Any Job Interview
If you are looking for a job, you can find your way to the top of your potential employer's list of prospects with this unfair advantage that I have stowed away for you.
Maybe you're fresh out of college… Maybe you've recently been laid off… Hey, maybe you just need a job!
No matter what the situation, there are hundreds, even thousands in the same boat as you. You need an income. The bills are piling up, there are loans to repay, credit to fix or establish…
…it'd be nice to buy something special you could never afford currently. A brand new car could finally be a reality – or maybe you'd just like to step out of the house without being strapped for cash.
If you want any of this to come true – you need to find a job!
There are so many applicants out there… I spoke of thousands of people being in the same boat as you – but I FORGOT to say that often there could be thousands of applicants applying for the very same JOB OPENING as you!
It can be tough to compete, especially when the economy is such that there is a lot of competition for employment.
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Happy Tuesday #teamawakening family!
This past Sunday was the start of a new month, and that meant a new theme: "Hope After The Storm".
We spent the month of April talking about staying ROOTED IN THE STORM when we face the storms of life, so this month we wanted to talk about the hope that awaits us after the storm.
We looked at the story of a man named Job. Read the book of Job the next time you think that you're having the "worst day ever". You may change your mind!
We looked at Job's life in three different phases:
1. Before the Storm
Job 1 tells us what Job's life was like before he encountered his storm:
and shuns evil.
When you are a person of this much wealth and influence, people look to see how you respond to hard times. Job encountered an incredibly hard time of life and serves as an example of hope to us all today.
2. During the Storm
Reflection Point:
Then the Lord spoke to Job out of the storm. He said:
2 "Who is this that obscures my plans
with words without knowledge?
3 Brace yourself like a man;
I will question you,
and you shall answer me.
4 "Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?
Tell me, if you understand.
5 Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know!
Who stretched a measuring line across it?
6 On what were its footings set,
or who laid its cornerstone—
7 while the morning stars sang together
and all the angels shouted for joy?
8 "Who shut up the sea behind doors
when it burst forth from the womb,
9 when I made the clouds its garment
and wrapped it in thick darkness,
10 when I fixed limits for it
and set its doors and bars in place,
6. God again questions Job— Job 40:6-41:34. After his conversation with God, Job begins to see things differently. Job has now been opposed by his wife,"friends", and corrected by God, but there is still hope in the promise.
3. After the Storm
Then Job replied to the Lord:
2 "I know that you can do all things;
no purpose of yours can be thwarted.
3 You asked, 'Who is this that obscures my plans without knowledge?'
Surely I spoke of things I did not understand,
things too wonderful for me to know.
4 "You said, 'Listen now, and I will speak;
I will question you,
and you shall answer me.'
5 My ears had heard of you
but now my eyes have seen you.
6 Therefore I despise myself
and repent in dust and ashes."
Job says in verse five that had heard of God, now he had seen him for himself. The word "seen" in the Hebrew means: to know, become visible, to look, recognize, realize. Job had been committed to God based on what he knew about God. Now, he knew God.
Are you currently living your life based on what you know about God without truly knowing him? Many people come to church and hear songs and messages about God and know all kinds of things about God without ever taking the time to get to know God personally.
Fortunately, the story of Job has a happy ending. God restored everything that Satan destroyed! The rest of Job 42 tells us that Job had 14,000 sheep and goats; 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, 1,000 female donkeys; 7 sons and 3 daughters.
Job refused to turn his back on God, stayed ROOTED IN THE STORM, and found his HOPE AFTER THE STORM!
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U.S. Grand Prix was quite different than the previous three years due to the torrential rain in Austin brought by tropical storm "Patricia" that caused unfortunate delays and cancellations during the usual breathtaking and thrilling weekend that Formula 1 brings to its core fans. However, the rain didn't stop the fans of F1 from rolling into the exciting nightlife scene in Downtown Austin. The US F1 Austin parties have experienced some downsizing in 2015 now that Formula 1 has a new race in Mexico City following the U.S. Grand Prix. Considering that the Mexican Grand Prix is right around the corner, it was logistically necessary to consolidate four parties in just one epic event by combining the talents and productions from the "Blu Party" (Ginger Leigh), "My Yacht Club Party" (Nicholas Frankl)," Full Tilt "(Linda Asaf) and this year a reception was sponsored by newly formed Brown Agency (Justin Brown) at the Brazos Hall on Saturday, October 24, 2015 (204 E. 4th St, Austin 78701).
My Yacht Club Party is the Ultimate Monaco Nightlife Experience during the Austin F1 Grand Prix weekend. The Fashion show Full Tilt 2015 partnered with Fashion X and showcased the latest and most exquisite trends for the fashion elite by the creative contributions of local designers CUSTO BARCELONA, LEZ A LEZ, KIPPY'S, LINDA ASAF,RARE TRENDS, ROBERT GRAHAM, and BYRON LARS BEAUTY MARK.
Each year the Full Tilt fashion show features the runway during the United States Formula 1 Grand Prix race weekend in Austin. The delightful evening of 2015 brought an incredible show full of eye-catching designs from the Fall/Winter collections. The Brown Agency kicked off a rooftop party with the soulful singer Tameca Jones. Among the beautiful people in attendance were the elite F1 fans who were kept entertained through the night with music, fashion, and the four parties in close vicinity.
Celebrity guests at Blu have included:Matt LeBlanc, Keanu Reeves, Enrique Iglesias, Gordon Ramsey, Duran Duran, Mario Andretti, Regina King and many more.
At 6pm, the doors opened for the the FULL TILT Fashion Show. The audience received a complimentary glass of G.H. Mumm champagne upon entering by Hotel Granduca Austin. The Fashion's elite mingled with international F1™ enthusiasts for an evening of style, speed and followed by the most exciting nightlife experience.
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Wade Into the Asian Carp Debate Without Getting Wet
Biological invaders in inland waters: profiles, distribution and threats
Edited by Francesca Gherardi. London: Springer, 2007.
Biological Invaders examines the identity, distribution and impact of freshwater non-indigenous species and the dynamics of their invasion.
Bigheaded carps: a biological synopsis and environmental risk assessment
by Cindy S. Kolar. Bethesda, Md.: American Fisheries Society, 2007.
This book contains a detailed risk assessment and biological synopsis of the bigheaded carps of the genus Hypophthalmichthys, which includes the bighead, silver and largescale silver carps.
Black carp: biological synopsis and risk assessment of an introduced fish
by Leo G. Nico, James D. Williams and Howard
L. Jelks. Bethesda, Md.: American Fisheries Society, 2005.
This book offers a detailed assessment of the risks posed by the invasion of the black carp, a large mollusk-eating cyprinid fish native to eastern Asia.
Invasion ecology
By Julie L. Lockwood, Martha F. Hoopes and Michael P. Marchetti. Malden, MA: Blackwell Pub., 2007.
Get a comprehensive introduction to all aspects of biological invasion by non-native species.
Great Lakes shipping, trade, and aquatic invasive species
Washington, D.C.: National Academies Press, 2008.
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Practically all homes have something to gain from a couple of well thought out and executed home improvement projects. Making some significant positive changes to your home doesn't necessarily imply that you need a large amount of cash or that you are overly handy. You just have to look for creative ways to make noticeable changes in some key areas, and this article will provide you with some ideas to get started.
Improving the security of your home can give you a sense of reassurance that your family and valuables are protected. When it comes to security systems, there is an extensive selection available and you have the option of getting a professional service to handle the installation or you can do it on your own. The level of security you require as well as how much you are willing to spend is what will ultimately influence your decision regarding the type of system you will be purchasing. You can immediately tell if there is an intruder on your property with a motion detector, which is why you should consider getting one, no matter the type of alarm system you purchase. The alarm system should also sound out an alert if someone with the wrong access code opens windows or doors. Before giving any company your business, especially a security company, it is imperative that you learn everything you can about them and their reputation. Ask around, read reviews, do every single thing you need to do.
You can use shrubs, hedges or trees for additional privacy and shade in your yard as well as improving the overall look. Shrubs and trees not only make your garden prettier but they are also a great way of absorbing excessive moisture and protecting you against the sun's hot rays or the wind. You could always enjoy picking your very own fruit if the climate in your area allows for fruit trees. If you would prefer more privacy, you could consider a living fence made from hedges. It will form a barrier of different types of shrubs, plants or small trees between yourself and the outside world, but is much more attractive than putting up a wall.
Multiple plans to advance your residence aren't too bad as far as cost goes, however there are some that a large cash supply is needed, whether for hiring a crew or for the supplies you will need. Thus be positive you own the resources first. You aren't simply making your abode more appealing to the eye and making it feel better which is gratifying, but with home improvement projects you are investing in how much your home will be worth in the future. Hence it is good judgment to make all the improvements you can, whether your goals are to live there until the day you die or you hope to find a buyer.


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OMNeT++ projects provides a component architecture for modelling environment. Components (modules) are programmed using C++, then assembled into larger components.
Some model in Omnet++ is programmed in high level language such as NED.Omnet is a simulation framework not a simulator by itself.and Omnet++ is an important simulator programs which is used to simulate various network domain.
We offer to Omnet++ projects simulate following areas such as MANET(mobile ad hoc network), VANET(Vehicular Ad hoc Network), WSN(Wireless sensor Network), LTE(Long Term Evolution), and WBAN(Wireless body area Network).
We simulate software defined network by using Omnet++ simulation framework. We develop Omnet++ projects for all CSE and IT students under the degree of Bsc, Msc, BCA, MCA, B.Tech, M.Tech, B.E, M.E and MS, and PhD students. We develop various network related projects in Omnet++ environment. We provide Omnet++ simulation framework to ensure reliable flexible service to satisfy user needs. We adopt various simulation tool such as MiXiM, Castalia, INET, SUMO , veins and protocol such as IPV6, TCP/UDP and MPLS are implemented by OMNET++ for final year projects.Till now we have deployed more than 150+ Omnet++ Projects.
VANET in Omnet++:
We implement vanet in Omnet++ to reduce accident ratio in highway track which utilize Adhoc network which establish routing path from source node to destination node as vehicle. We efficiently implement vanet is Omnet++ tool. We introduce vein an open source simulated framework in Omnet++ ensure realistic simulation for VANET process from Springer journal papers.By Omnet++ simulation framework we can simulate vehicles, sensor communication, roadway, alert message transformation, vehicle to road (V2R) and vehicle to infrastructure (V2I) communication.
INET framework in Omnet++ Projects:
We use INET for wired and wireless communication process. We provide protocol model for vanet, P2P, overlay and LTE network communication. By INET we ensure support for mobility, MPLS signaling and MANET. We evaluate WI-FI, WI-MAX and ZigBee wireless communication.
SDN in Omnet++:
We ensure SDN to centralize network architecture. We separate control logic and computer resource by central controller. SDN is a mixture of SDN controller, north bound and south bound APIS. Our main aspect in SDN is controller which manage overall network such as nodes, router, switch, gateways. We establish Omnet++ framework for SDN and open flow standard for SDN communication. We developed more than 95 projects in SDN with OMNET++ simulation.
WSN in Omnet++:
We establish WSN communication by Castalia, INET and MIXIM framework in Omnet++. We simulate cross layer model, sensor and radio communication, power consumption in WSN are done by PAWIS (power aware wireless sensor) in Omnet++. We enhance Castalia as well defined simulation framework for protocol distribution in wireless channel and analyze various application behavior.
WBAN in Omnet++:
We implement wireless body area network for medical application which use wireless sensor to monitor health information of physically disabled peoples. By WBAN device we measure ECG, blood pressure, body temperature and glucose level. We deploy wireless body area sensor nodes, interference, node communication and health monitoring process by Omnet++. We provide communication among wireless sensor nodes and actuators in wireless body area network and simulated by Castalia framework.


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Rickshaws are an example of the promise and pitfalls of transport in India.
By Albab Seifu | November 1, 2016
Auto-rickshaws in everyday life
Known in Ethiopia as bajaj, in Kenya as tuk-tuk, and in Nigeria as keke-marwa, auto-rickshaws are increasingly popular modes of transport across emerging African and Asian economies. In India, the production and sale of auto-rickshaws doubled between 2003 to 2006, with this type of intermediate public transport now accounting for 10-20% of daily trips. While there are three types of rickshaws – hand pulled, cycle pulled, and engine driven – only the latter provides labour-reducing employment opportunities for the poor, and only it represents a growing source of revenue for multinationals.
The chaotic city centres of Mumbai and Nairobi highlight how these motorised three-wheelers manage to swiftly navigate short distances, heavy traffic, and crowded streets. Auto-rickshaws, however, are not limited to city centres; they are also used as last-mile connectivity solutions in suburban areas and as private door-to-door service providers.
In large cities such as Lagos or Bangkok, the pervasive intra-urban use of auto-rickshaws is partially due to infrequent, slow, and costly traditional public transport options. But, in small and medium-sized cities, auto-rickshaws provide a cost-effective and convenient service.
They also provide self-employment opportunities with relatively low barriers to entry in economies with limited jobs for the low skilled. Motorised three-wheelers are not only affordable and accessible modes of transport but they also create a pathway to economy-wide job creation.
Indian automotive industry's global reach
In India, the production of passenger cars and commercial vehicles began as early as the 1900s. However, today, passenger cars account for only 16% of the country's automobile market; prices remain prohibitively high. Two- and three-wheelers, first introduced in the 1920s, accounted for 80% of India's automobile market in 2010, with the latter alone now representing a $10bn industry.
Benefits of Auto-Rickshaws
Unsurprisingly, India's automotive industry is a major contributor to socio-economic development, as it employs 19m workers and accounts for 7% of the country's GDP. Additionally, Indian automotive companies are regarded as leaders in forging international and domestic alliances to attract new capital and nurture innovation. Multinationals operating in the sector, such as Bajaj Auto, have in recent decades tapped into the worldwide demand for affordable, motorised vehicles by investing heavily in the diversification of their two- and three-wheeler ranges.
Bajaj Auto, the largest manufacturer of three-wheelers in the world, plays a significant role in introducing new technology and features to the auto-rickshaw industry.
The auto giant partners with academic and research institutions to improve product engineering and marketing activities, in addition to ensuring sustained innovation capacity. The company's growth and diversification from basic two-wheel scooters, to higher-capacity motorcycles, to compact three-wheelers reflects adjustments in evolving consumer desires and incomes.
India's Automotive Industry
Product diversification was closely followed by geographic diversification, with nearly half of Bajaj's production going to export markets in 2015, with 30% of all exports destined for Nigeria. India's auto- rickshaw industry serves as an example of how a dynamic light manufacturing sector can build domestic capacity to innovate, contribute to economic growth both in terms of jobs and GDP, and provide solutions to the transport challenges of the 21st century.
Lessons from India's experience
Emerging economies recognise the need for efficient, clean, and affordable transport options in urban and semi-urban areas, drafting policies in line with these goals. Nevertheless, the implementation of sustainable and well-integrated solutions is lagging, and there is limited appreciation of the vital role the auto-rickshaw industry plays in filling a growing service gap. Auto-rickshaws are "feeder service for public transport" and offer alternatives to private motor vehicles; they could also form part of sustainable transport and employment solutions if due consideration is granted to them.
However, restrictions in Mumbai and Delhi on the number of auto-rickshaw permits add to insecurity in a largely unorganised and informal sector, leading to an increase in prices and a rise in social tensions. Disregard for the sector is further reflected in the lack of internationally recognised and enforceable regulatory frameworks that guarantee safety and security, fair pricing, and environmental and social protection for auto-rickshaw drivers and passengers alike.


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I tipped it over the edge of the kitchen table early one morning, the hand-blown blue glass bowl made for me by one of my employees over a decade earlier.
I tipped it over the edge, and I knew in that sickening second that there was nothing I could do to stop it.
I had moved it from the coffee table so my nephew, who was staying with us and sleeping on the coach, wouldn't have to worry about knocking it over.
I tipped it over the edge, and it crashed -- a billion blue glass splinters eclipsing the kitchen floor.
My heart imploded and became a dying white dwarf in the cold, vacuous night. It wasn't just the sentimental value of the gift itself: the gift itself represented an emotionally volatile period of time for me. The breaking was a mixed metaphor of closure and emotional oblivion.
But I moved on, because that's what we do (or try to do). No way to fix it otherwise.
That was years ago, a long time before Beatrice and Bryce.
Last week, as Bea played with one of her (latest) favorite things, a ceramic little boy on a rocking horse, she dropped it and the boy's head broke off.
At first, her reaction was limited but normal. "Uh, oh. Broke!"
But then, after a little time went by, the consequence of what had happened really began to work her over emotionally, no matter how many times we told her it was an accident.
Tears streamed down her red face as she cried and howled, "Broke horse! Fix it! Broke! Fix it!"
It's as if, as much as she could understand in her less than three-year-old mind, the breaking caused irreparable damage to the very DNA of her soul.
A little over-dramatic? Maybe, but you wouldn't think that watching her (or your own children).
"Broke! Fix it! Broke! Fix it!"
We told her daddy would fix it, that it wasn't her fault, and then --
In that moment I tried to reconstruct the billions of little blue glass bits with the foreknowledge of the many broken moments to come for both Bryce and Bea, and the many that had come before for Mama and me.
Which was almost a bit too much for me.
We'll fix it, it was an accident...
However, for most of us, resiliency is baked into the soul's DNA, and we go from surprising the neigh-neigh to breaking the neigh-neigh and back again.
At least we hope we do.
Happy Easter and all the hope that comes with it.


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Here users can see their teammates names, position, number and access teammates' profiles (if active). Volunteers assigned to the team may view players' contact info and type private notes on each player.
To get to the team roster first go to Team Central > Team Directory.
After you find the team you're looking for click on Team Home. This will take you to that team's individual Home page. Next, click on Roster.
On the roster page, parents and players can see their teammates, coaches, and other personnel for their team!
**This also comes in two separate views, roster view or photo view.
As an allocated volunteer, you will also have the ability to print and edit the roster. Printing the roster will give you the contact information of the parents in case you need to reach out to them! Editing will allow volunteers to set the position and number of a player and they can also add notes to the player's profile.
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"Before you believe in yourself, you have to believe yourself."
No matter how often you mentally tell yourself that you're talented and worthy of respect, it won't get you anywhere if you don't believe what you're telling yourself.
The key to creating this belief is to provide yourself with rational support.
To build your rationale, list your achievements in life, right back to when you were a child. Write down the successes you have had no matter how insignificant they may seem. Take note of the generosity and love you've given to others. Think about how you've helped to enhance life, whether through your garden, motherhood or special talents and friendships.
Now you can tell yourself you're special and believe it, because your list is proof!
©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women
Today's Affirmation: I believe in myself.


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May 1, 2014, Lincoln, Nebraska: LI‑COR Biosciences donated two instruments for use at the innovative LabCentral shared laboratory space. LabCentral is designed as a launchpad for high-potential life-sciences and biotech startups. This lab now has an Odyssey CLx Infrared Imaging System and an Odyssey Fc Dual-Mode Imaging System for infrared and chemiluminescent use.
"We are thrilled to welcome LI‑COR to our growing list of LabCentral sponsors, dedicated to our mission of creating the next generation of great life sciences companies," says Johannes Fruehauf M.D., Ph.D., LabCentral president. "We appreciate LI‑COR's support as we add even more components to our fully equipped lab."
The Odyssey CLx Imager offers two-channel infrared detection with accurate quantification and high sensitivity. The dual-mode Odyssey Fc Imager offers two-channel infrared detection, as well as chemiluminescent Western blot imaging and DNA gel documentation capabilities. Both instruments offer a wide dynamic range to accurately detect strong and weak signals on the same Western blot.
"LI‑COR is honored to be sponsoring LabCentral as it begins its premier laboratory facility in support of the next generation of powerhouse biotech start-ups," says Jeff Harford, LI‑COR senior marketing product manager. "The Odyssey instrumentation will be key to all researchers who need quantitative, reproducible results for Western blotting, cell-based assays, and a wide range of other protein-related techniques."
LI‑COR Biosciences is a leading manufacturer of near-infrared and chemiluminescent imaging platforms, analysis software, and IRDye® infrared dye reagents for quantitative Western Blotting, small animal imaging, and DNA fragment analysis.
LI‑COR pioneered the development of near-infrared fluorescence detection systems for DNA sequencing, and today provides systems for drug discovery, protein research, small animal imaging, and undergraduate training.
Founded in 1971, the privately held company is based in Lincoln, Nebraska, with subsidiaries in Germany and the United Kingdom. LI‑COR systems are used in over 100 countries and are supported by a global network of distributors.
A 28,000 square-foot facility in the heart of the Kendall Square, Cambridge, biotech innovation hub, LabCentral (Twitter: @labcentral) is a first-of-its-kind shared laboratory space designed as a launchpad for high-potential life-sciences and biotech startups. It offers fully permitted laboratory and office space for as many as 25 startups comprising approximately 100 scientists and entrepreneurs. LabCentral provides first-class facility and administrative support, skilled laboratory personnel, a domain-relevant expert speaker series ‒ as well as the other critical services and support that early-stage companies need to begin laboratory operations on day one. A private, nonprofit institution, LabCentral was funded in part by a $5 million grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, with support from its real-estate partner, MIT. Founding sponsors include Triumvirate Environmental and Johnson & Johnson Innovation.


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The public boat ramps at Burt Reynolds Park West in Jupiter are busy, especially on weekends (File Photo)
Bad weather is blamed for the postponement of Friday's ribbon-cutting ceremony to
open Burt Reynolds Park West in Jupiter.
About two dozen boat-trailer parking spaces have been added to the 39 spaces at the park, one of the busiest for boaters in
the county.
A lighted walkway underpass allows pedestrians to walk under U.S. 1 to get to and from the east and west sides of Burt Reynolds
Park, which straddles U.S. 1 north of Indiantown Road.
Before, pedestrians had to walk across busy U.S. 1.
Watch video of new walkway under US 1 at Burt Reynolds Park West.
The number of parking spaces for vehicles without trailers was reduced from 26 to 10.
No changes were made to the public boat ramps.
Total cost for the the project, funded with county and state dollars, is about $1.1 million.
The former building that was the home of the
Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce was demolished.
The new chamber, now located on PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens, is called
Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce.
The building was replaced with a public restroom.
Park operating hours are sunrise to sunset, with the exception of the boat ramps that have 24-hour access and parking available
(24-hour period maximum).
Boaters requiring more extended stay periods must utilize alternate parking location?. A boat trailer parking permit is required.
Annual permits may be purchased online at
www.pbcparks.com. Daily permits are available using the onsite pay station.
www.pbcparks.com for more information through the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department.
Former north Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce building at Burt Reynolds Park West in Jupiter was demolished, replaced
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NGRAIN Expands Availability of Equipment Maintenance Training in Europe with Ambient Performance
Ambient Performance | 18 May 2010
NGRAIN, a leading provider of interactive 3D equipment simulation solutions that maximize the effectiveness of training programs and maintenance support systems, today announced that Ambient Performance has joined NGRAIN's international network of resellers. Specializing in 3D virtual worlds, mobile augmented reality and electronic performance support applications, Ambient Performance will provide the NGRAIN Producer and Virtual Task Refresher solutions to military, energy, aerospace and healthcare education organizations across Europe.
Ambient Performance, MASA Group and Coram UK are nearing completion of TRAF*MAN
Ambient Performance | 13 May 2010
Ambient Performance (Lead), MASA Group and Coram UK are nearing completion of a 6 month response to a SBRI call from the UK Technology Strategy Board and the Highways Agency for Synthetic Environments in Managed Motorways to explore the use of synthetic environments applied to transport, in this case, modelling and managing complex traffic situations on motorways.
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If you are going to trade stocks, trade what you know. That means if you have specific knowledge regarding a specific stock sector stick with that. If you are really good at technical analysis algorithms use those. If you want to make a killing in the market pick a cheap stock with promise and sell when it goes up a hundred fold. All of this sounds good but specifically how can you make money trading penny stocks? There are three viable approaches. Knowing what no one else knows about a stock, exceptional technical trading skills and buying a large number of cheap stocks are three ways to go.
Pay Attention to Stocks that Analysts Don't Know About
Years ago a friend of this writer worked for DaMark. This company sold high end electronics via a catalog and mostly took orders by phone. They did well until one of the founding partners took his money and left. The other did not do so well and the stock tanked. While no analysts were watching the remaining partner got some solid advice and revamped his business. The friend in question was a trainer for new employees who needed computer skills to process orders and she was exceptionally busy getting ready for the holidays. The company had a banner 4th quarter and the stock rose five fold. Anyone with knowledge of the prospective turn around made money on this penny stock while the Wall Street analysts were sleeping.
History Repeats Itself
Back in the days of the samurai in Japan rice traders recognized that certain price patterns repeated themselves. If the trader recognized the first part of the pattern he could buy or sell to make a profit as the remainder of the pattern unfolded. The still-used Japanese Candlestick technical analysis signals evolved from this era and are still used today in trading. Whether you use this time honored approach or a newer means of statistical analysis, day traders follow stocks or indexes and make steady profits on the normal volatility of the markets. Purely technical traders believe that the market quickly internalizes all new info so that analyzing fundamentals is of little use but quick and accurate response to trading signals is profitable.
The Random Walk Down Wall Street
As the story goes, years ago a bunch of business writers at The Wall Street Journal hung the NYSE stock page on a cork board. Then they threw darts at it to pick stocks. The writers kept track of their random picks and found out that over time the randomly chosen stocks did better than the S&P 500 and much better than many managed funds. The book A Random Walk Down Wall Street was the eventual product of this experiment. The rationale is that the stock market prices stocks are accurate according to available information. Thus there is no room for trying to outguess the market. A subsequent publication, The Random Walk Revisited, noted that investors are willing to accept a lower rate of return for secure blue chip stocks and want a higher rate of return for more risky penny stocks. Thus the average rate of return on penny stocks is higher that blue chips over time. The problem when picking one penny stock is that it might fail which is why the market has priced it where it is. The writers said that if you pick 40 penny stocks that is enough to average out the losers whereas you only need 10 blue chips. Over time you can make money with penny stocks because they are priced cheap and have better growth prospects as a group than blue chips.
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Being the awesome people they are, they immersed themselves in the Cajun and Creole culture down there and experienced it all, blessedly passing along all the culinary delights they discovered. Having now experienced what Mardi Gras can really be like (complete with Boudin and King's Cake), a pancake supper is not going to cut it. In fact, so dedicated are we to the Cajun and Creole culinary experience during this time of the year, we are actually celebrating twice. Well, that, and because due to scheduling conflicts we can't actually get our party on tomorrow, but rather next Saturday.
So this weekend Buck made his famous Shrimp Etouffée, which we ate with Jasmine rice and a sourdough baguette to sop up all the delicious sauce. And thanks to a screwup at Ambrosia Bakery in Baton Rouge, my mom wound up with an extra King's Cake, which she generously shared with us yesterday. Etouffée takes a long time to make, and takes some good prep work, but is not difficult to make. I promise once you taste it, you will be shouting "Laissez le bon temps rouler!" (let the good times roll!) from the rooftops. Next Saturday my sister-in-law is making Gumbo Ya-Ya, and I cannot wait. Saturday can't come fast enough!
1 cup chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 bay leaf
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. dried basil
8 ounces tomato sauce
8 ounces clam juice
1/2 cup water
1 Tbsp. worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. white pepper
1 tsp. Tabasco sauce
1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 1/2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (can also use frozen shrimp)
Hot cooked rice
In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter; stir in flour and cook until bubbly. Stir in green onions, chopped onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and basil. Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, stirring often for approximately 20 to 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
Increase heat to high and add tomato sauce, wine, clam juice, water, worcestershire sauce, white pepper, and Tabasco; stirring, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes or until thickened and reduced to 4 1/2 cups. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley and shrimp. Simmer approximately 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are cooked. Remove from heat and serve over hot cooked rice.


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Transocean Ltd. To Present At Barclays CEO Energy-Power Conference
ZUG, SWITZERLAND-August 26, 2015-Transocean Ltd. (NYSE: RIG) (SIX: RIGN) today announced that Jeremy Thigpen, President and Chief Executive Officer, will address attendees at the Barclays CEO Energy-Power Conference in New York. Mr. Thigpen is scheduled to present on Tuesday, September 8, 2015 at 1:45 p.m., EDT.
A live webcast of the presentation will be available in listen-only mode and can be accessed on the company's website, www.deepwater.com, by selecting "Investor Relations/Overview." An archived replay of the presentation will be available on the website for approximately 30 days.
About Transocean
Transocean is a leading international provider of offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells. The company specializes in technically demanding sectors of the global offshore drilling business with a particular focus on deepwater and harsh environment drilling services, and believes that it operates one of the most versatile offshore drilling fleets in the world.
Transocean owns or has partial ownership interests in, and operates a fleet of, 63 mobile offshore drilling units consisting of 27 ultra-deepwater floaters, six deepwater floaters, seven harsh-environment semisubmersibles, 13 midwater semisubmersibles, and 10 high-specification jackups. In addition, the company has seven ultra-deepwater drillships and five high-specification jackups under construction.
For more information about Transocean, please visit the website www.deepwater.com.
Analyst Contacts:
Bradley Alexander
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Diane Vento
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Media Contact:
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Readers may remember a highly critical review I once wrote about Smarties and how they're essentially garbage now that Nestle has opted to only use natural colouring agents. I adamantly believed that the best part about Smarties was the taste of the artificial colours. And for the most part, I still stand by this assessment. Any time I have tried to eat the post-2009 Smarties that come either in boxes or holiday-themed packaging, I've always been disappointed. But I have to admit that these bulk Smarties were pretty good, even without the artificial colours. I don't know if this okay-ness is specific only to bulk Smarties or what, but yeah, they were pretty good. They still weren't as good as the old Smarties, and they certainly looked like they had already been sucked on so that their former bright colours are obscured by the melting chocolate, but yeah. I don't know. They were pretty good.
I don't know what this means for me or anyone, but 2015 might be the year that I rediscover Smarties. I also want to add, just as a point of interest, that one time I bought a Halloween pack of mini Smarties because it wasn't mentioned anywhere explicitly that they were made only with natural colours, and I hoped that I discovered a cache of probably expired Smarties, still featuring the artificial colours. But I was wrong, and I was disappointed.
Ultimately that these bulk Smarties tasted better than their packaged counterpart comes as no surprise. Bulk Smarties from Overwaitea have always been the best Smarties.
|In case you're wondering, yes I did manage to pick up a copy of Jonathan Safran Foer's Tree of Codes, published by
Visual Editions (VE2) in 2010 and now out of print.


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