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Scientific Contest
2018 edition (Theses and papers from 2018) – Details
In order to encourage young people to enter the fascinating world of nuclear science, the BNS organizes – under the impulse of the Young Generation since 2004 – a yearly contest for the best thesis or paper related to nuclear applications (in the broadest sense of the word).
The contest is open not only for students to present their master thesis but also to anyone (up to 36 years old) who published a paper related to nuclear, whether it is at school, university or within a company.
Date: November 29, 2018 @18:30
Location: SCK-CEN, Mol
Program: Technical visits + SCK-CEN Best Master thesis award | BNS Scientific Contest | ONDRAF/NIRAS Prizes for best master thesis.
Prizes: More than 3.500€
Contact: email@example.com
Rules:BNS Thesis Contest Rules_2018
Invitation: PPT BNS Young Generation 2018
Deadline: extended to October 6th, 2018
Interested to attend or to submit a paper? Contact firstname.lastname@example.com
Registration to attend the event takes place on the Activities page of the website and is mandatory for the audience, but also for the candidates.
2017 edition
2016 edition
On Thursday, February 25, the BNS YG (Belgian Nuclear Society, Young Generation section) Scientific Contest took place. It aims at encouraging young scientists or engineers in the nuclear field, in its broadest sense, with a yearly contest for the best master thesis or scientific paper related to nuclear applications. In total, 14 manuscripts were submitted, among which 4 master theses. The scientific level of these manuscripts was particularly high this year!
For the oral competition, the ranking is as follows:
- Peter Zsabka, for his Master Thesis prepared at KUL and SCK•CEN (NMS / Fuel Material Group): "Synthesis of thorium dioxide doped with gadolinium via a wet chemical route". He is currently a PhD student at SCK•CEN, working on a common projects between the RCA (Radiochemistry) and FMA (Fuel Materials) groups.
- Gisella Marzari, for her Master Thesis prepared at Polytechnic University of Turin and SCK•CEN (EHS/Society and Policy Support): "Investigation of the Partial Defect Tester (PDET) for the detection of fuel pins diversion in the frame of spent fuel safeguards verification". She has currently returned to Italy.
- Sven Claessens, for his BNEN Thesis prepared at Ghent University and Electrabel (Engie): "Characterization of Intermediate Level Radioactive Materials". He is currently working at Engie.
For the Poster session, the ranking is as follows:
- Marlies Gijs, for a paper prepared during her PhD at University of Liège and SCK•CEN: "Gallium-68-labelled NOTA-oligonucleotides: an optimized method for their preparation".She currently holds a Post-Doc position at University of Maastricht.
- Ellina Macaeva, for a paper prepared during her PhD at University of Ghent and SCK•CEN: "Radiation-induced alternative transcription and splicing events and their applicability to practical biodosimetry".She is currently in her last year of PhD at SCK•CEN.
- Philippe Dejardin, for a paper entitled:"Methodology developed for the definition of the design parameters and associated safety criteria of the Filtered Containment Venting Systems for Belgian NPPs". He is currently working at Tractebel (Engie).
The pictures of the BNS Scientific Contest on 25/02/2016 are available on Ningmeng Tang's website :


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In Australia, most of the cars may require proper maintenance to make sure they dont cause any troubles for the car owner while driving on the road. As a fact, a faulty engine or a car that has not been maintained may cause issues for the driver and also for the other cars on the road.
A non-maintained vehicle expels more engine smoke and may cause a lot more pollution, noise and other troubles as compared to the one that is taken care by the owner through the skilled mechanic service providers.
When choosing a local or a mobile mechanics service providers, people may need to look into the available options and compare the pros and cons of the services because without doing so, they never be able to know how a mobile mechanic can serve better or which of the mobile mechanics Brisbane, mobile mechanic Sydney and mobile mechanic joondalup would be a good choice for better car repair and maintenance.
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A million more homes and businesses should be able to get broadband from today after BT lifted line limits and extended the reach of its broadband service.
Until today, anyone further than 6km from their DSL-enabled BT telephone exchange was probably unable to hook-up to the service. BT has ditched this limit and also increased the range of its 1Mb service from 4km to around 6km. Following successful trials in Milton Keynes and in the Scottish Highlands, BT is confident that just about anyone connected to a DSL-enabled exchange can get broadband.
In an email to ISPs BT Wholesale said: "The launch of Long Reach ADSL today means that all line qualification results for 512kbit/s products will be green regardless of the length of the line between the end user and the exchange."
In trials BT found that that three-quarters of long-reach self-installs worked without any problem. Engineers dispatched to the rest were able to hook-up customers to broadband in all but five per cent of cases. ®
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Agile Pune 2014 Conference Final Program is live! Also for the first time, we are hosting Agile Coach Camp as part of the conference.
We are delighted to present Linda Rising, Joshua Kerievsky and Julian Harty, our keynote speakers for the upcoming Agile Pune 2014 Conference. The conference will be hosted at Hyatt Regency, Pune on Nov 21st and 22nd.
The conference also has three, pre-conf workshops:
- Refactoring to Patterns by Joshua Kerievsky
- Collaborative Product Discovery by Naresh Jain
- Fearless Change: Patterns for Introducing New Ideas by Linda Rising
Register now at http://booking.agilefaqs.com/agile-pune-2014 To know more about the conference, please visit http://pune.agileindia.org


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Development during the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020) should uphold the five principles of innovation, coordination, green development, opening-up and sharing, according to Vice-Premier Zhang Gaoli.
The five principles are the main themes in the 13th Five-Year Plan, which was adopted at the Fifth Session of the 18th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Zhang said in an article published in People's Daily on Nov 9.
The proposal sets a target of "maintaining medium-high level growth", highlighting the ideas of innovation, coordination, green development, opening-up and sharing to fulfill its goals. New technology, industries and business models will prosper through innovation and stimulation of entrepreneurship, according to the proposal.
In his article, Zhang said that green technology, biotechnology, information technology, smart manufacturing, high-end equipment and new energy will be supported.
The government will support research in fundamental sciences, which could lead to breakthroughs in sectors such as information technology and aerospace science, Zhang said.
The government will pay attention to the balance of regional development to make sure that the less-developed regions in middle, western and northeastern China will be boosted, according to the vice-premier.
The income of rural residents should be raised in the process of urbanization, and the government will expand the reform of hukou (household registration) system so that farmers can get better public services in social security, healthcare, and education, Zhang said.
The government will also pay attention to environment protection to pursue sustainable development, especially at a time when the country's natural resources are limited, pollution remains serious, and the ecological system is deteriorating, Zhang said.
The government will continue to boost opening-up and participate more in global governance and trade. Coastal areas should be encouraged to engage in more global trade, and more high-tech manufacturing bases and cross-border economic cooperation zones should be established, Zhang said.
China's development is being gradually integrated and interwoven with the rest of the world, while the world's development also goes along with the Chinese people's dream for a better future, Zhang said.
The government will also try its best to ensure social justice, improve people's livelihoods and achieve the goal of overall well-being, the vice-premier said.


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I styled the boots with distressed boyfriend jeans because I knew they would look great cuffed (showing a little bit of leg was important). I wore a simple black tee on top to make the boots standout.
Boots are made for walking… to the store… to buy more boots. The chilly weather has begun and that means I'll be wearing boots on the reg. I was especially excited to wear these new boots from Call It Spring. I knew the 'chelsea' style boot was super popular last fall but I had never really seen ones like these. I fell in love. If you read my last post (if not, you should here) you will get what I mean by falling in love with a material item. I tell you, it's like no other feeling. The only other similar feeling I can think of is when your double bacon cheeseburger and milkshake gets to your table at a restaurant.
Denim- Forever 21
Tee- Target
Boots- Call It Spring
Backpack- Call it Spring
Sunglasses- Express


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A New Year is heading our way …So what are YOUR plans for a life "reinvention"?
I think most of us are a little worn out with the making (and re-making) of New Year's resolutions that barely have a life expectancy of 30 days. But, what's that about anyway and who says?? < Insert a 'Poof, be gone' dismissive wave here >
There aren't any hard-fast rules when it comes to enhancing your life … you just need to have a desire to do so. And to be honest, I think everyone has something they'd like to see changed for the better, I just happen to believe that the key is determining what you want to see happen on the outside comes by doing the INSIDE work first. And trust me, this sort of work begins with honesty and transparency with self.
Want to start a business? Look inside, see what tools you possess or lack in order to support such a venture–then do the work researching what it takes to get started. Want to meet new people? Look inside, find out what keeps you from mingling–then do the work making eye contact and introducing yourself when opportunity presents itself. Want to spend less time on social media? Look inside, ask yourself what fuels your interest–then do the work by scaling back and redirecting that energy somewhere that serves you better.
Retrospection precedes Reinvention … that's YOUR part; to figure out where you want to go then how to get there. And once you've done what you know to do, step aside and give God the wheel. His sense of direction is without error.
And now, God, do it again—
bring rains to our drought-stricken lives
So those who planted their crops in despair
will shout hurrahs at the harvest,
So those who went off with heavy hearts
will come home laughing, with armloads of blessing. ~Psalm 126: 4-6
Wishing you blessings and prosperity…today, in the new year and for years to come,
Doc V
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Apparently, I am a glutton for punishment because Architectural Graphics 101 the series is back after an unreasonably short time to discuss window schedules. I know ... I'm all aflutter as … [Read more...]
Architectural Graphics 101 – Line Weight
Okay ... I hear you. It's time for the next entry in my Architectural Graphics series and due to overwhelming feedback, it's apparently time to talk about line weights. Despite my efforts, I can't … [Read more...]
Architectural Graphics 101 – Drawing Alignment and Notes
Time for another installation of Architectural Graphics 101! The previous installment was received pretty well and despite the fact that this series is not intended for seasoned architects and … [Read more...]
Architectural Graphics 101 – Reflected Ceiling Plans
Maybe this will be exciting, maybe it won't, but I am going to start writing a few articles a month on architectural graphics and what I've done to get my drawings to look the way they do. I might … [Read more...]
The Incomplete Big Picture
If you were to back 10 architects in to a corner, hold a gun to their collective heads and ask: "When it comes to Architecture, what really matters?" What sort of answer do you think you'd get in … [Read more...]
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Our closing date has been updated and set for July 5th! We have movers coming July 7th to pack us up and we will stay in the High Plains Cabin that night then they will unload the next day.
We are so excited that the High Plainsman couldn't fall asleep last night 🙂 He was really excited to change the closing date because he was worried about his aquarium. He has a 190 gallon salt water/reef aquarium and moving that is not a small project. The fish and coral have to be packed up in buckets and driven the almost 3.5 hours away. He can't get stuck in traffic in Denver and risk them over heating so driving them up the day we close then having the movers pack the ginormous and very heavy tank/cabinet relieves a lot of stress for him.
I'm relieved because I am impatient and don't like gray areas so getting the final approval from the bank was a huge weight off of my shoulders. It's getting real and now I don't have to hold back on packing anymore! We have already started and have about 20 boxes filled but it's been a half hearted effort out of fear that the loan would fall through. Self employment makes it more complicated and since this is our forever home we are making an investment. Now that this part is secure I can finally BREATH!
The seller has FINALLY started the mandatory repairs that are required for the house to close and the estimated finish date is June 12th so we have plenty of time there. I'm calling to get carpet people out there to give us an estimate on replacing the carpet upstairs the day after closing so that when we arrive on July 7th it's already ready already.
Tomorrow we go meet our goats Tapioca and Grace!
It's really happening!!


text: Arkaine Rieko 3 Posted November 14, 2018 ★ - Love on Top Magazine - ★ Love on Top is a community based magazine that hopes to highlight all of the different aspects of love, sex and relationships within Second Life. Each issue will highlight a different vantage point, corresponding with the theme for the month. Additionally, you will find advice columns, interviews, Second Life destinations and vendors who advocate inclusivity. ★ ---------- ★ Are you seeking a career in the field of virtual magazines? Then look no further than Love on Top Magazine! Listed here are the positions we are currently hiring for; ★ - MODELS {MALE&FEMALE} - ★ All models should be able to do the following before applying; Know how to use a pose stand Know how to control your avatars eye position Know how to use an animation HUD Own a high quality mesh body and mesh head Be comfortable with tasteful nudity Be able to send a headshot of your avatar after your application is submitted. Please submit your headshots to Tatsuki Akiba (tatsukiakiba) after applying to be a model. L$100 - Per image used. ★ - JOURNALIST - ★ The journalist is the heart beat of the publication. As a staff writer, your primary function will be to develop stories for each magazine edition. You will work closely with a photographer to bring the stories to life. In addition to uncovering newsworthy media, you may be asked to write simple ads as presented. L$100 - Per brief write-up. L$400 - Per full page article. ★ - FREE LANCE JOURNALIST - ★ Do you have a great idea you'd like to write about? Is there a certain subject you would like to contribute to each month? Why not do just that?! Free lance writers provide the extra bit of substance to push our publication over the top. L$400 - Per full page article. ★ - PHOTOGRAPHER - ★ If the journalist is the heart beat, certainly the photographer is the soul of the publication. Your images will bring life to our concepts and convey just the right message to the audience. You will need to have extensive photo manipulation experience with a working knowledge of the full Adobe Suite. In addition to taking amazing pictures, you may be asked to compose ads as needed. L$250 - Per image used in the issue. APPLY TODAY! VISIT US ON THE WEB! ★ - FACEBOOK - ★ ★ - WEBSITE - ★ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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Combines Service On Site and Field Inventory Teams under SOS Contents
NEEDHAM, Mass. – October 23, 2012 – Enservio (www.enservio.com), the nation's leading provider of software and services to property insurers today announced that it is expanding its on-site inventory services to a nationwide coverage. The expansion reflects the full integration of Insurer's World's Service On Site contents inventory offering with Enservio's staff of field inventory specialists. Enservio acquired Insurer's World earlier this year.
"With SOS Contents, our expansion positions Enservio for continued growth in key regions across the US, including the South East, Texas, California and the West Coast," said Chris Schoettle, Enservio's President & Chief Operating Officer.
Combined Methodology Streamlines Contents Claims and Improves Accuracy
SOS Contents' systematic process for handling the onsite intake of residential or commercial contents claims leads to faster and more accurate claims settlements, particularly for large losses.
"Both Insurer's World and Enservio have led the industry in perfecting on site inventory services, and bringing people from these two teams together is a win-win for our property insurance customers and their policy holders," said Bill Stickler, Director of SOS Contents.
Key Aspects of SOS Contents
- Excels in forensic reconstruction and public adjuster reconciliationof the loss, including SIU referrals based on loss characteristics
- Lock down of loss site, preventing further damage to contents and minimizing the risk of fraud
- Provide guidance to the claim representative and adjuster on repair v. replace
- On-site product experts generate accurate, highly detailed, and 100%-complete item descriptions
- Cycle times are cut down from months to days or hours
- Provide exceptional customer service and sensitivity to the emotional aspects of each loss during an often traumatic time for policy holders
To learn more about Enservio's SOS Contents offerings for property insurance carriers and policy holders, please visit http://www.soscontents.com
About Enservio
Enservio is the market leader in property insurance affinity solutions, strategic analytics, and contents software, inventory, valuation, replacement and replacement tools. Enservio created the first SaaS (software as a service) software platform for contents, the first replacement mall, the first payment debit card for claims and the first ContentsITV product. We provide software and services to property insurance carriers and their policy holders nationwide. Founded in 2004, we are headquartered near Boston, in Needham, MA with offices and professional staff across the United States. For additional information, please visit the company's web site www.enservio.com or call 888.567.7557.
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Nature never ceases to surprise and amaze. Just when it looked like the geomagnetic storm from yesterdays CME impacts had fizzled out, Earth's magnetosphere continues its upset state. Even before the Kp index (a measure of the disturbed state of Earth's magnetic field) reached its current value amazing aurora were seen in northern latitudes.
Since then the Kp went from 5 with geomagnetic storm level of G1 down to Kp 4 back up to 5, 6 then 7.
The geomagnetic storm level is now G3. So according to NOAA's scale for geomagnetic activity it could have several consequences on or near Earth-
"Power systems: voltage corrections may be required, false alarms triggered on some protection devices.
Spacecraft operations: surface charging may occur on satellite components, drag may increase on low-Earth-orbit satellites, and corrections may be needed for orientation problems.
Other systems: intermittent satellite navigation and low-frequency radio navigation problems may occur, HF radio may be intermittent, and aurora has been seen as low as Illinois and Oregon (typically 50° geomagnetic lat.)."
Aurora watchers at higher latitudes such as the northern US should keep their eyes out in the early morning and maybe even into tonight depending upon how this storm progresses. Here is an image of NOAA's Ovation auroral oval prediction showing the estimated extend of the current storm's aurora.
And just to make things more interesting the culprit of all this activity, sunspot group AR11429, produced an M6.3 solar flare around 10:30 PM EST.
The flare produced a temporary radio blackout as well as a possible Earth directed CME. We will have to wait and see. The sunspot group still shows potential for more activity as the region sits near the central meridian of the Sun. Facing directly at Earth this is a prime location to produce more geo-effective solar activity.
Here is a look at the flare captured by the 131 Angstrom wavelength camera on the Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO). This shows us the super hot 5-10 million degree plasma produced by the solar flare.
There is surely more to come! Stay tuned!
[…] hier ganz gut zusammen gefasst, hat die Coronal Mass Ejection nach dem vorgestrigen X-Flare gestern keine nennenswerten Folgen […]
Hi Doc, I'm just an Eighty year old Australian, and as a non-believer in CO2 being the cause of Global warming / Climate change or what ever it's called today. I'd like to ask you if:
(1) whether the Sun is deffinately in a period of low Sun-spot activity
(2) If Yes, have you any guestimates of how long this may continue.
(3) In Australia we are heavily effected by the Southern Pacific Ossilations i.e, "La Nina". We get huge rains and severe Floods. Curently the inundated area is larger than Texas !! Could the lower temperatures we are experiencing be the result of low sun-spot activity ?? Cheers …….Chris Staggs
So I am no scientist and i was wondering if I should be worried for anything like power outage or radios not working. I have another question… I'm sure this sounds kinda silly but my grandmother has a pace maker and i was wondering if all this "action" could harm it in any way. The reason why I ask is because if the solar activity can blow out power and other electrical devises then it leaves me to believe that it could "kill" her pace-maker. I very much hope to hear a reply! Thank you for your time..
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The New Hampshire House of Representatives voted Thursday (March 11) to repeal the controversial new tax on campgrounds. The strong 202-125 vote came over the opposition of House Democratic leaders and would add an estimated $2.5 million a year hole to the growing state budget deficit, according to the Nashua Telegraph.
Legislative budget writers added campground users as subject to the 9% tax on hotel rooms and restaurant meals in crafting the 2010-11 spending plan.
In 1999, the Legislature had added rental cars to the levy.
Rep. Herbert Richardson, R-Lancaster, said the campground tax threatened to devastate the North Country wracked by the closure of paper mills and growing job losses during the recession.
"Are these people entitled to a vacation in tax-free New Hampshire? I say they are," Richardson said. "Send a message that New Hampshire loves campers."
Supporters argued some neighboring states tax campgrounds.
They also stressed New Hampshire's levy was proportional as a small cost gets added to a small tent user while the owner of a luxury recreational vehicle pays much more.
"If we repeal this now, this money will not come in," said Rep. Susan Almy, D-Lebanon.
Revenue Commissioner Kevin Clougherty reduced by nearly half what the state expects to get from the tax because so many defined as campers reside year-round and are exempt from the tax.
Losing the tax would force lawmakers to make even deeper cuts to human service programs, warned Rep. Robert Walsh, D-Manchester.
But Rep. Steve Vaillancourt, R-Manchester, said the tax is not worth the money coming in for an $11 billion two-year budget.
"I don't believe any kind of tax generating so little money is worth the black eye it gives the state or the cost to collect it," Vaillancourt said.
The bill (HB 1445) heads to the state Senate that on Wednesday voted to table its own bill (SB 474) to repeal the tax.
Senate Democratic leaders wanted to set aside its own bill and consider the topic when it works later this spring on a global plan to erase at least a $140 million budget deficit. The Senate on a party-line vote agreed, 14-10, with all Republicans opposing the delay.
Rep. Marjorie Smith, D-Durham, made the same request of the House – to table its bill.
"We are committed to making sure we have a balanced budget, and it would be appropriate to consider as a package all of the cuts and other adjustments we are proposing," Smith said.
But the House voted, 171-153, against tabling the bill and moments later the House passed it overwhelmingly.
The chairman of the Republican State Committee praised the move. "The New Hampshire House has confirmed how misguided Governor Lynch was when he approved the Democrats' irresponsible budget and reckless tax hikes," said former Gov. John H. Sununu. "By repealing the same campground tax that they approved only a few months ago, House Democrats have demonstrated that their party is incapable of effectively governing New Hampshire."


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I love making Apple Vanilla Brown Sugar Oatmeal for the fall! There is nothing better than starting my day with this delicious treat! I also love how easy it is to prepare. I can make it before I head off to work and it keeps me full until lunch time. I love the way the apple and vanilla tastes with the brown sugar. Be sure to try Apple Vanilla Brown Sugar Oatmeal, you will not be disappointed at all! This is an easy breakfast recipe.
Do you enjoy eating oatmeal for breakfast? If so you might enjoy some of these other oatmeal recipes.
Homemade Instant Oatmeal Packets
Easy Overnight Oatmeal (Crockpot)
Apple Vanilla Brown Sugar Oatmeal
- 1/2 cup dry oatmeal
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 apple diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp butter
- Add water to pot and boil.
- Once boiling add in oatmeal and turn heat to medium and let boil for five minutes.
- While oatmeal is cooking, prepare apples.
- Heat a small skillet to med/high heat and add in apples, butter and brown sugar.
- Saute the apples for 3 minutes.
- Once oatmeal is done combine apples with it and stir in vanilla.
- Serve and enjoy!
Pumpkin Recipes You May Enjoy:
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Brownie
How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Puree
Shelley is a boy mom, marine wife, and is blessed with an amazing family. She loves sharing recipes, travel reviews and tips that focus on helping busy families make memories.


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Sony PlayStation, in partnership with Numskull, has revealed an official headstand for the PlayStation VR headset.
The headset is constructed from obsidian and comes with an adjustable metallic base and cable management system.
Here is the headset's official reveal video demonstrating its functionality:
The Official Headstand for PlayStation VR can support the headset at any height between 38-48 cm and weighs in at 2.3kg, meaning that it isn't top heavy and easily knocked over. Engraved Numskull and PlayStation VR logos complete the package.
For more information about the Official Sony VR Headset Stand then check out its official website. Equally, if you're looking for information about Sony's PlayStation VR headset then check out T3.com's official review.


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Chicago's Top Fashion & Retail Events 2010
1. StyleMax
More than 4,000 manufacturers showcase their wares at this quarterly Merchandise Mart trade show, which displays women's apparel and accessories and draws an international crowd of buyers. Though the official guest count is kept private, planners said attendance increased at each show in 2009.
2. Fashion Focus
Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs presents the city's version of Fashion Week, which shines a spotlight on local designers. An average of 35,000 guests attend the October event, which includes a string of Millennium Park runway shows and citywide seminars, fashion installations, and shopping events. Past sponsors have included American Express and Toyota.
3. Macy's Glamorama
Beyoncé, Cyndi Lauper, and Ne-Yo have performed during Macy's fall fashion show at the Chicago Theater, which includes an elaborate after-party at its downtown store. In 2009, Marc Jacobs created a custom dress for the evening's guest of honor, Miss Piggy. This year's event is scheduled for August 13.
4. The Children's Service Board of Children's Memorial Hospital's Gold Coast Fashion Awards Show
Billed as the country's only fashion award show that lets guests—not industry experts—act as judges, this benefit draws more than 1,400 guests each year. Past winners include bridal designer Monique Lhuillier. The 2010 event will take place at the Hilton Chicago on October 1.
5. Rush University Medical Center Fashion Show
Some 100 socialites and corporate leaders volunteer to model in North America's longest-running charitable fashion show, now in its 84th year. In 2009, the show debuted a new format, moving from the stage at Symphony Center to a temporary runway at the Palmer House Hilton. Sponsors included Northern Trust and Swarovski. The 2010 event is scheduled for October 14.
6. School of the Art Institute of Chicago Fashion Show
Local industry heavyweights attend this show known for its avant-garde fashions. The fashion showcase of more than 200 student-designed garments will take place May 7 at the Art Institute of Chicago for the first time in 15 years.
7. Nordstrom Designer Preview
This stylish soiree treats more than 500 of Nordstrom's top clients to a fall fashion show with looks from high-end labels. In 2009, the event moved from the Chicago History Museum to the Nordstrom store in River North. Expect a new format in 2010.
8. The Service Club of Chicago's Day on the Terrace Fashion Show
Held on the terrace of the Peninsula Chicago, this alfresco fashion show sees local philanthropists and television personalities model looks from local retailers. The August 2 event is expected to draw 400 guests and raise $40,000 for various charities.
9. Fashion Group International's Rising Star Awards
The local chapter of Fashion Group International produces this industry function, which honors newcomers with awards in categories such as apparel design and fashion PR. With 175 guests, last year's ceremony took place at the James Hotel and drew sponsors such as Bebe and Chicago magazine.
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The latest campaign disclosure reports filed by the candidates for governor don't leave any doubts about it: former Gov. Roy Barnes and Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine have pulled out to big leads over their primary opponents.
Barnes, the Democratic frontrunner, piled up more money than any other candidate in either primary, reporting more than $2.7 million in contributions during the last six months of 2009.
Oxendine, who's been running ahead in the early polls among Republican voters, raised $1.5 million for the period ending Dec. 31, although that total includes a $250,000 loan from Brand Banking Co. in Lawrenceville.
The most important statistic at this point is how much money a candidate still has in the bank and available to spend. At the first of the year, Barnes and Oxendine both had a little more than $2.2 million cash on hand. That's a lot more than anybody else could show.
Oxendine contended that the latest reports show the governor's race is narrowing down to him and Barnes, who was governor from 1999 to 2003.
"Definitely, when you look at the money, the individual polls, the name recognition, I think it will be between the two of us," Oxendine said. "With all of these factors, I'll be the strongest candidate to run against Roy."
It's too early to tell if Oxendine's prediction is accurate, of course. Even with the advantages of money, it's still possible for a campaign to go into the ditch.
Even so, there was a severe dropoff in dollars from Barnes and Oxendine to the other candidates in the respective primaries, with indications that some of the contenders are already starting to feel a financial pinch.
On the Republican side, former state Sen. Eric Johnson of Savannah reported $680,848 in contributions over the past six months, which is less than half Oxendine's total. He still had a respectable $1.3 million in his campaign bank account, however.
U.S. Rep. Nathan Deal of Gainesville and former secretary of state Karen Handel were not in such good shape.
Deal raised $608,438 during the last six months of 2009, but that was less than half what he was able to bring in during the first six months. He is also burning through his campaign funds at a fast rate, spending more than he raised during the latest six-month period: $816,830. That left Deal with a cash balance of $940,275.
"I'm ready for the primary campaign and after that, we will turn our sights on Mr. Barnes or anyone else President Obama and the Democrat party should nominate," Deal said.
Handel continues to be the weakest fundraiser of the four leading candidates in the GOP primary, receiving only $515,794 in contributions during the last six months. She spent $400,810 during that same period, which left her campaign with only $439,998 in the bank.
Handel does have one advantage over Oxendine: Because she recently quit as secretary of state, she can legally solicit campaign funds while the General Assembly is in session.
Oxendine cannot take contributions for the next three months because he's an elected statewide official, but he does have the money he borrowed from the bank to keep paying campaign bills during the legislative session.
On the Democratic side, Barnes raised more than twice as much money during the last six months as his three challengers combined. Attorney General Thurbert Baker brought in $665,642 and reported $874,564 cash on hand. House Minority Leader DuBose Porter, D-Dublin, raised $141,687 and had $303,807 in his campaign account.
"There are two types of campaigns," Porter said. "One is a big money campaign where the candidate sits in a room and dials for dollars. The second is a grassroots campaign where the candidate gets out and creates a dialogue with the people."
Retired adjutant general David Poythress reported $202,758 in contributions during the past six months, but that total includes a $50,000 loan he made to his campaign. He had cash on hand of $264,353.
That's the money situation for now. We'll see how those dollars translate into votes.
Tom Crawford is the editor of The Georgia Report, www.gareport.com. His column appears Wednesdays and on gainesvilletimes.com.


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Some Friendly Advice, from a Writer, for the Humboldt Co. Heavy Metal Band,
Embryonic Devourment
Just for the record, I think you guys sound great! I know you have been around for a while, and have developed your own unique sound. If I didn't think you were good, and want you to succeed, I wouldn't waste my time writing about you. I just want you to consider changing your name.
I really think "Baby Eater", "Fetus Eater", "Eating Babies" or "Half-Eaten Baby" are all punchier, stronger ways of saying whatever it is you are trying to say with "Embryonic Devourment".
I'm totally down with the whole concept. It might not work for a country and western band, but eating babies works for metal, and I think you should work it. Eat some babies… baby chickens, veal, see if you can snag some miscarriages or abortions from the clinic dumpster. That's heavy Metal PR gold right there if you can do it. Take lots of pictures
Here's the problem with Embryonic Devourment. First "Embryonic" is just too scientific sounding. Second, embryos are tiny, microscopic little things. A toothless old woman could easily suck down a milkshake made from millions of frozen embryos through a straw. Is that the kind of image you want your metal band to project?
At least fetuses have a little meat on them, and babies have a little more. If you are going to devour, there should be a little meat involved, and more than a little blood. Babies bleed, embryos don't bleed. So, if you want to "devour", you need babies, not embryos.
OK, now we get to "Devourment". In case you haven't noticed, no one but you thinks "devourment" is a word. Windows suggests "devourer" "devouring", or "development". Websters doesn't buy it either. They acknowledge that "devour" is a word, and that "-ment" is a suffix, but never the two together. Websters defines "devour" as "to eat hungrily or greedily". Webster defines "-ment" as "suffix denoting, 1, the concrete result, object or agent".
In the case of "embryonic devourment" that would mean the stuff the embryos have become after being devoured. So Webster would have you call your band Embryonic Poop, Embryonic Vomit, Embryonic Cud, or Embryonic Bile, but according to Webster, those embryos never become devourment.
Websters continues "2, action or process as in encirclement or development". OK, I can see this, the action of devouring embryos is "Embryonic Devourment". This is where my expertise as a writer can help. If you want to convey the action of "devourment", use the active verb "eat", rather than the objectified, pussified form of devour. Just eat the babies. No one cares how greedily or hungrily you do it. Just eat the goddamned babies, and don't try to pussyfoot around it.
If it's important to you that these are not full term babies, try "Eat the Unborn" or "Eat the Preemies". Or, maybe I've got it all wrong, and the embryo is doing the devouring, if so, "Baby Food" is still a stronger, punchier name than "Embryonic Devourment". Those extra syllables aren't helping you one bit, and your fans don't need the hassle. Just eat the fuckin' babies and everyone will love you for it.
Think of how much trouble you can save yourself with album cover art, posters, t-shirts, stickers, etc. Embryonic Devourment has 19 letters. That's 19×26 opportunities for a misspelling at every stage of production. Most SWAG is made in China. They don't give a fuck how we spell anything over here. Your first album could be called "Emblematic Department" by the time it ships to distributors, if you don't take my advice. So, just eat the babies for Christ's sake.
Do you want any of your fans to end up wearing misspelled tattoos for the rest of their lives, just because you went with the weak, polysyllabic moniker? You know, none of your fans can remember your name now, anyway. They just remember "that metal band with the long name that means eating babies".
So, eat the baby. You can visualize that. Stick a fork in it, its done. Put it between two slices of bread and slather it with mayonnaise. Open you mouth and say "Ahh". Here come a big mouthful of steaming hot baby. Deep fried, or stir fried you won't go wrong if you just forget the fancy nomenclature and Eat the goddamned Baby.
So, that's my advice to you, the members of "Embryonic Devourment". Change your name. Eat some babies, and keep on head-banging. You're welcome.


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We're in the last month of Spring now (in the UK anyway) and as many British people know, the weather is so bipolar, some days it'll be as warm as a Spanish summer and then the next day it's Iceland.
As it gets warmer and warmer naturally, I have been wearing less and less layers. So here is a Lookbook/Wishlist of the kind of clothes I have been wearing recently on a day to day basis. I like to keep things as casual formal as possible, that way I feel pretty much prepared for the majority, if not, any occasion. Whether it is dinner with friends, running errands or a little shopping.
For more information on the clothes inspired by my wardrobe, visit my Polyvore page: http://bymoniquejackson.polyvore.com/


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Thursday, January 2, 2014
co-sleeping... oh, yep, that's us.
One day you wake up and there is a baby next to you. You don't know how it happened it just did. It was a slippery slope. Moments where you just tried to rest your eyes while baby drifted off and then BOOM you were co-sleeping.
We never had a problem with our boys sleeping in their own beds prior. We never pushed it, but they just never forced their way into our little queen size sleep haven. I mean I don't blame Wrennyn, our bed is pile high with heaps of cozy covers and the softest of floral prints one might find, but is it too much to ask to sleep one night without getting kicked in the face? To me co-sleeping families were always a tad natural, or hippie-ish. Well, not this family. We are all about modern luxuries and concepts. Not that this is a who-is-who parenting session. All I am saying is that it happens. You don't see it coming, and your baby is the one who decides. I am not usually this patient, or nurturing - I am more of a "let's get this show on the road" type, but when it comes to sleep, I need it, so whatever gets the job done!
I am sure the co-sleeping scenario has a lot to do with the fact that Wrennyn ALWAYS falls asleep nursing. I mean it isn't going to be any time soon that I have my body (or bed) all to myself again. When he would wake up at night it was just easiest to nurse him and he would drift off peacefully, versus trying to get him to self sooth. FOR GOODNESS SAKE! I HAVE 2 OTHER KIDS I HAVE TO WAKE UP TO! So no self-soothing here. It was all about whatever got him to rest those flailing hands the fastest. Nursing also meant the attempted transitions from mommies arm into the crib were that much harder. He is a mama's boy. Such a clingy little thing (I will totally miss that one day, I swear!) I mean what does he have against his crib anyways? Have you seen it? It is about the cutest place a baby could ask to sleep in! But for now.... it looks like he will start in there and wake up next to my smelly breath and wild bangs standing straight up (which he doesn't seem to mind) maybe he could teach Andy a thing or two about appreciating being close to me at night.
So for now, we co-sleep. I won't judge you. You won't judge me. We will all do what works for us, and we will all wake up and be able to take the next day on with superhuman force once again. Here is to things sneaking up on you and doing things you swore you would never do! cheers xx
10 comments:
- Amy Haegg said...
Omg this is completely our life too.... I never imagined sharing a bed with a 15 month old but also love my sleep too much to let either of us cry it out! Hopefully he won't be 16 and sleeping with us still! Glad we aren't alone!
Amy www.happilyhello.blogspot.com
- January 2, 2014 at 10:34 PM
- ruffledsnob said...
Amy, exactly!! I never saw it coming either. I wasn't against it, just didn't think it was for me. But sleep... Yes, sleep is DEFINITELY for me! I hope your child grows out of it in the next 15 years ;)
- January 2, 2014 at 11:11 PM
- Neel said...
so cute!
- January 3, 2014 at 6:23 AM
- Monica said...
What a totally adorable sleepy little. I miss the sweet tush in the air position. We too have had several cycles of bedtime shuffling. Not too long ago, I wanted a full nights rest more than anything in the world - now I'm nostalgic for my little one in the bed.
- January 3, 2014 at 6:13 PM
- Bees_Circus said...
Ohh yes, I'm glad I'm not alone! My littlest is 19 months & still sleeping with me! This is so relatable, thankyou! Xxx
- January 4, 2014 at 5:39 AM
- Kellie said...
No judging here. We are a proud co-sleeping family. I have three boys (the oldest is 10). We started co-sleeping when our second son was born. My youngest turns 4 in April and he still sleeps in our bed about 3 out of 7 nights.
- January 4, 2014 at 9:58 AM
- Unknown said...
Third baby. It's just what happens. Same here.
- January 4, 2014 at 10:18 AM
- Unknown said...
We co-slept with our son till he was nine months. We loved it and still bring him into our bed every once and a while.
- January 6, 2014 at 8:02 PM
- Unknown said...
Oh gosh. I'm only on my first one and we're there already. I don't have an excuse.
Except that I, too, really love my sleep. :) Nursing and co-sleeping always worked so well, and now he's one. And the whole time we've been saying, "When he's six months old, we'll switch." "When he's nine months old, we'll move him to his crib." "When he's one ..." We just love having him there. :)
Just the other day we were laying in bed and my husband said, "So when we have another one what are we going to do? Get a bigger bed?" :)
*Accidental Co-Sleeper First Bump*
- January 6, 2014 at 9:36 PM
- primjillie said...
Absolutely love the jammies!
- January 7, 2014 at 11:50 AM


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"losing some relevance" to the world, and they wanted her "more approachable".
Lara "became an icon" of sorts and lost her "relatability." They remade her so she "wasn't perfect" as gamers want "a complex hero." Ground is 'fertile' again.
The new Tomb Raider explores Lara Croft as an inexperienced young woman. "I think Lara's a beloved character and Crystal has really enjoyed their time they've been able to spend with her," said brand director Karl Stewart of Crystal Dynamic.
"We felt she was losing some relevance in the gaming world, that she was a little too hard and removed. We wanted to make her more approachable and relatable." Tomb Raider arguably 'lost' a lot of her following to Naughty Dog's Uncharted which was fresh.
"I think she became an icon," he added. "When you do, you remove yourself from relatability. We wanted to bring her to a place where she didn't have all those skills, she wasn't perfect. The modern gamer can relate to that, they want a complex hero."
The original Lara Croft that developer Crystal inherited was proving too difficult to write stories for, revealed Stewart. A reboot for the series opens up her future again.
"I think Lara had done all the growing she could. We'd taken her to a great place, to somewhere she had some closure. There weren't really many more stories we could have told. So we feel like with this new place we have fertile ground and there's a lot of places we can go." Crystal made a superb top-down co-op digital spin off called 'Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light', and before that they released Tomb Raider: Underworld.
Tomb Raider releases on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC in late 2012. Are you looking forward to their rebooted Lara Croft? Maybe you've already switched to another icon?
Crystal: Lara Croft was "too hard and removed", wasn't relatable
19 July 2011 | By Simon Priest
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- Tomb Raider: Underworld, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, Tomb Raider
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The fleet of seven classic sailing yachts gathered in Porto Cervo, Sardinia for the Veteran Big Boat Rally, organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda from 12th to 15th September, has attracted several curious onlookers, drawn not so much by the size of the fleet, but by the size of each individual yacht. With four of the participating veteran superyachts boasting an overall length of more than 40 metres, the sight of these sailing giants of bygone days with their vast sail plans parading through the islands of the La Maddalena archipelago is one not to be missed.
One participant that is particularly familiar with Sardinian waters, and which participated at the inauguration of Porto Cervo Marina in 1976, is the 42-metre Croce del Sud. The classic triple masted schooner was commissioned by the Granelli family in 1933 and has never changed ownership, despite having been commandeered by the German army during World War II and used as officers' quarters. The yacht is now in the capable hands of Bruno Mentasti, son-in-law of the original owner.
The largest of the "big boats" participating in the rally is the 55 metre schooner ELENA. Built in 2009 to the exacting standards of the original N.G. Herreshoff design, this reproduction of the 1910 yacht of the same name has been meticulously constructed in steel using 320 hand-drawn plans supplied by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston and information from the family-run Herreshoff design office in Rhode Island.
The 49.5 metre sailing yacht Eleonora is also a reproduction of a Herreshoff design. Westward was the 1910 sistership to Elena and today's Eleonora yacht is a scaled-down version of the two masted schooner. With a sail area of 1,100 m2 Eleonora regularly competes in classic sailing regattas in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean.
The 38 metre S/Y Mariette is another twin masted schooner designed and built by Hereshoff and launched in 1915. Following an extensive refit in early 2010 Mariette has been sailing in classic yacht regattas around the world.
Superyacht Moonbeam IV, owned by Xavier Tancogne, is the largest of four Moonbeam yachts commissioned by Charles Plumtre Johnson and her construction was begun in 1914 but was not completed until after the war in 1920. In 1950 Prince Rainier of Monaco bought yacht Moonbeam and the 35 metre gaff cutter hosted the newly-wed couple of the Prince and Grace Kelly on their honeymoon.
The 36.55 metre Bermudian ketch Sylvia was launched in 1925. Her teak hull was built by Camper and Nicholson in the UK and at the beginning of this century she spent several years completing a round the world trip.
Launched in 1907, the gaff yawl Veronique is the most senior of the classic yachts participating in the Veteran Big Boat Rally. Boasting over 20 years of experience in classic regattas, at 18.9 metres in length she is also the smallest of the fleet.
Racing is schedule to begin tomorrow, 13th September at 11.30 a.m. Approximately 8 knots of easterly wind are forecast.


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I'm soon to be 65 years young this next month. Never felt more alive, aware or grateful, either. I believe there are certain things you must do to set yourself up for this wonderful time in life:
- Never quit doing what you love in life. It took me a long time to really find out what I liked to do in life. And that was writing and illustrating books for people of all ages. I don't have a large volume of books written, but I've enjoyed each project and product thus far done. Keeps me young. Of course, learning the internet is done in gradients, too. 🙂 And that's a whole 'nuther story!
- Appreciate the lessons learned in life. No one is born into this world knowing it all. I've had some hard lessons in life, but in the long run, each of those lessons was done by choice or consent, even if done in ignorance. Try to join a group that helps you learn about life and livingness because there is a technology to living, so to speak.
- Take responsibility for what you've done-the good and not so good. I realized that life keeps on going and it gets easier when I take responsibility for my part. That helps me to be more humble and not so hard on myself in the future. It also helps me to realize that there's a lot of good to be done in the world and there's always another opportunity to improve yourself.
- Love your family. Get to know each one in your family and love them for who they are. I'm a fraternal twin-a close sister that means the world to me with two younger brothers. My mother is still alive, I'm thankful, and happily married. I also have a wonderful husband & family that are very supportive of me. Two grown children and three grandchildren now doing well in life. Communicate with your family often.
- Be Community minded. Getting out and helping others whether you do so in person or using the internet can bring rewards. There's nothing as rewarding as helping others out. Treat others as you want to be treated, too.
- Help our planet out. Economize, reuse and recycle where you can. It's a great feeling to know that you are using only what you need to and giving back to the land that has given so generously to us.
- Develop a Spiritual life. Work and study to improve yourself-each day. Cultivate good virtues. Keep abreast of the technologies used in this day and time to help you develop a better and deeper spiritual connection.
These are some of the things that I have found that brings success in my life. I'm sure there's more- I hope you have questions or comments, too. Don't forget to check out my books here. And thanks for stopping by- come again!


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Kacie Gammill is an accomplished writer, musician and artist and she is only 13.
Each month Arts Council Menifee selects an artist to be honored, and for March the group decided to chose someone representing creative writing and literary arts.
Last year, the Hans Christensen Middle School seventh-grader submitted an essay to Arts Council Menifee's Literary Arts Division contest and was chosen as its top winner. Writing on a subject that many writers twice and three times her age would find difficult, Kacie's maturity and introspective perspective made hers a stand out.
"Although there are several conflicts in the world, I feel that awareness and corrective actions to fix these world-wide problems would benefit people and open their eyes to all that is taken for granted," Kacie wrote in her introduction of "What I Would Do To Make the World a Better Place" essay.
She focused on the issues of growth hormones, homelessness and starvation. Kacie feels that society has contributed to these problems and should take responsibility in correcting them. Her suggestions for resolution are to set up a cattle farm that is "guaranteed to be hormone free, thus attracting conscious consumers and leading other cattle farms to raise hormone-free cattle." She proposes a homeless shelter to be built in every city as "a place for society's downtrodden to rise to personal and societal expectations, find a job, start a family and live with confidence." To help eradicate starvation in the world, Kacie thinks that countries whose populations suffer from obesity should donate one quarter of their food supply to those dying from hunger.
"Kacie was originally recognized for an essay on three things she would do to change the world but writing is not her true artistic passion," said her mom, Katrina Gammill. "She draws, paints, but above all she is an excellent flautist."
Kacie has been playing the flute since fifth grade at Freedom Crest Elementary and is second chair for flute with the Hans Christensen Middle School Symphonic Band.
"I always loved the beautiful texture of the sound over other instruments; it is very elegant," she said. "I love the rich sounds in the higher octave."
Kacie, who said she is currently focusing more on music than other creative pursuits, performed six songs at Disney California Adventure Park last month alongside her band mates.
"I'm definitely warming up to the public exposure," Kacie said.
She practices at home and school and said playing flute takes a lot of breath control. A melody instrument, much of the music composed for it is classical. Kacie has also taught herself to play piano and paints and draws as often as she can.
"I mostly do oil paintings, though I have somewhat drifted away from that and at the moment am more interested in charcoal illustrations," she said.
Kacie lives in Menifee with her parents, Jim and Katrina Gammill and her sister, Jamie, 3.
For more information please visit: www.artscouncilmenifee.org


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Hi guys,
As you might know we watch a lot of videos on youtube.com about cooking. We get a lot of our inspiration from those videos and always try to come up with some new stuff for you. So we had a craving for pasta and we happened to watch a video by Gennaro. After watching this simple fried zucchini pasta video, all we could think about is making some fresh pasta and try it out ourselves. If you want to find out how to make it you should continue reading…
You will be surprised about what you are going to need to make this dish. It doesn't take much but you will be rewarded with a nice dish:
- 200 gram fresh Tagliatelle (We strongly recommend to make it yourself)
- 1 Zucchini
- Olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic crushed
- Half a cup of Chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
- Fontina cheese, cubed
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Buffalo mozzarella, teared
- Basil
- 1 Tomato, chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
So as you might be able to guess from the list of ingredients it is actually very simple to make this dish:
- Cut the zucchini in slices and fry it. We deep fried them in hot oil.
- Bring water to a boil and season it with salt. Boil your pasta inside. If you use fresh pasta this will only take a couple of minutes. Keep that in mind for sure.
- Heat a pan on medium heat and add some good quality olive oil. Fry the crushed garlic in the oil. Make sure it doesn't burn and just get the flavor in the oil. Remove the garlic after it softens.
- Add the pasta into the pan with some of the pasta water and add a splash of stock to it. Half a cup of stock should do the trick here. Your pasta will still cook inside the pan so you should reduce the heat and maybe even remove it if you feel that it is too hot.
- Add the trio of cheeses to the pasta along with a handful of fresh basil and the fried zucchini. You shouldn't be too stingy on the cheese and basil but try not to overdo it :)
- Season with salt and pepper. You should use a lot of pepper. It will add up to the cheese.
- Add the chopped tomato in and give it a final stir inside your pan.
- Serve on a plate with some freshly ground pepper and a basil leave on top.
- Take a picture and send it to us via twitter, facebook, google plus or instagram (This step is optional)
We hope you enjoy this dish as much as we did. Let us how it turned out and share it with other people.


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Disease definition
X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) is a genetic ocular disease that is characterized by reduced visual acuity in males due to juvenile macular degeneration.
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Its prevalence is estimated to range between 1/5,000-1/25,000 males worldwide.
Clinical description
XLRS is a symmetrical bilateral macular disorder with onset in the first decade of life. It manifests with poor vision and reading difficulties. In severe cases, nystagmus may also be observed. Severe cases involve full-thickness retinal detachment that leads to impaired vision or blindness. In more advanced stages of the disease, vitreous hemorrhage, retinal detachment, and neovascular glaucoma, which may induce severe loss of vision, can be seen. Female carriers rarely have any vision impairment.
The disease is caused by mutations on the RS1 gene (Xp22.2-p22.1), including missense, nonsense, and splice site mutations, deletions, and insertions. RS1 codes for retinoschisin, an adhesive protein that is believed to participate in the structural and functional integrity of the retina.
Diagnostic methods
The diagnosis of XLRS can be made clinically, based on fundus appearance. Fundus examination shows microcystic changes of the macular region of the retina and areas of splitting within the nerve fiber layer, or schisis (spoked-wheel pattern), and vitreous veils. Electroretinogram (ERG) shows a reduction in the amplitude of the beta-wave and a relative preservation of the negative alpha-wave in scotopic ERG (electronegative rods and mixed ERG) and a normal photopic ERG. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) shows schisis areas in the macular region. There is also a family history consistent with X-linked inheritance. Molecular genetic analysis by direct sequencing of the RS1 gene detects mutations in approximately 90% of patients.
Differential diagnosis
Differential diagnosis includes retinitis pigmentosa and Goldmann-Favre syndrome (see these terms). The autosomal recessive inheritance, severe nyctalopia, pigmentary retinopathy, and reduced alpha- and beta-waves on the electroretinogram (ERG) help to differentiate Goldmann-Favre syndrome from XLRS.
Genetic counseling
XLRS is inherited in an X-linked manner, with a carrier female having a 50% chance of transmitting the mutation to her offspring. Carrier testing for at-risk female relatives and prenatal diagnosis for pregnancies at increased risk are possible if the mutation has been identified in an affected family member.
Management and treatment
Management includes periodic ophthalmologic examination to monitor progression of XLRS. Additionally, patients are informed about possible ophthalmic complications that can be surgically treated (i.e., retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, cataracts or strabismus). Therefore, patient education and close follow-up are the only clinical alternatives to early identification and treatment of vision-threatening complications.
In XLRS, vision slowly decreases until adolescence, and then in most patients remains relatively stable during young adulthood. The disease does not progress again until the fouth or fifth decade of life, when a significant decline in visual acuity typically occurs.
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"Never in my life has my very faith been called into question like this."
That's what young evangelical writer Jonathan Merritt told me this week. His statement followed a media firestorm, ignited when both he and Kirsten Powers, weighed in on proposed laws in Kansas and Arizona that would have allowed business owners to deny service to gay couples, based on conservative religious beliefs about homosexuality. Merritt and Powers each suggested that justifying legal discrimination against gay and lesbian couples might not be the best form of Christian outreach and raised consistency issues of whether discrimination would also be applied to other less than "biblical" marriages, or if just gays and lesbians were being singled out.
Their columns in both the Religion News Service and the Daily Beast have provoked intense responses from many Southern Baptists (where Merritt has his own heritage), those who call themselves Neo or "New" Calvinists, and other assorted critics from the political right.
Neither Merritt nor Powers took clear theological positions on all the sexuality issues involved. But both have been stunned by the responses from emails, tweets, and angry phone calls. The 1,200 Twitter notifications, messages, and calls from "leaders" that Merritt has received in the last few days include, "You only pretend to worship Jesus." "You're not a Christian." "You are the enemies of Christianity." "You're marginalized now." "You're damaged goods." "You're on the outs now."
Merritt and Powers were not questioning the gospel; they were "just asking whether we should discriminate against a whole group of people." Both columnists believe Christians can honestly disagree on these complicated questions surrounding sexuality, but wanted to raise a discussion about whether passing laws that discriminate based on one religious point of view was wise, especially in this rapidly changing culture.
As proof of the cultural shifts that are underway, some striking new data in a report by the nonpartisan Public Religion Research Institute came out this week. The report shows that most religiously unaffiliated Americans now support civil marriage rights for same-sex couples. But so do most white mainline Protestants, white and Hispanic Catholics, and Jews. The generational divide is even more dramatic: strong majorities — across the political spectrum — of 18- to 33-year-old millennials support protecting gays and lesbians in the workplace, and most, religious and not, support the right of same-sex couples to marry. The report even states that "White evangelical Protestant millennials are more than twice as likely to favor same-sex marriage as the oldest generation of white evangelical Protestants (43% vs. 19%)."
The PRRI polling also confirms earlier data showing that 70 percent of young people believe "that religious groups are alienating young adults by being too judgmental on gay and lesbian issues." More religious leaders are becoming painfully aware that this is one of the primary reasons that young people are leaving or not joining churches today.
That is why the articles by young Christian writers like Jonathan Merritt and Kirsten Powers are so important, and the vitriolic attacks on them by some of their elders is so alarming and sad.
Many argue that the heart of this debate isn't sexuality, but religious liberty. Merritt addresses that concern, quoting Martin Luther King, Jr.'s insightful distinction between private and public domain:
"I think there is a great difference between the two … I don't think anybody should have the right to just come in my house that I may privately own …. But now if I turn my house into a store — if I turn it into a department store, if I turn it into a lunch counter, or anything like that — then I have certain obligations to the public beyond my particular whims … If a business is in the public market, then it cannot deny access …. [a business owner] should not have the freedom to choose his customers on the basis of race or religion."
Differing theological views on important issues of sexuality will need time, patience, deep biblical reflection, respectful discourse, and religious liberty to be worked out in the churches. But the perception of Christian faith is in grave danger when Christians try to use the law to publically discriminate against those who don't adhere to their point of view. I am a deep believer in religious liberty, but it must not be used as an excuse for discrimination in the public square or the public marketplace against people with whom we disagree.
And let me express my gratitude for a new generation of Christians who are trying to positively raise these tough issues for the sake of our witness in the world. As one of the few wise commentators said back to Merritt and Powers, "It's hard to witness to people that you won't serve." Unlike what some of their critics have said, I say to these young voices: you will not be "on the outs" but rather, you are keeping many of your generation "in" the conversation about faith. Thank you.
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The Lamia Queen, also known as Brand Lamia, is an enemy in Final Fantasy V found at the Pyramid of Moore.
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She uses Entice, which confuses a target to attack themselves and party members, and the Blue Magic spell 1000 Needles. As an undead monster, she is susceptible to the Requiem song, which will easily deal several thousand points of damage.
The powerful defensive headgear Thornlet that drains the HP of the wearer may rarely be stolen from Lamia Queens. They also sometimes drop Lamia's Tiara, which boosts the occurrence of Sword Dance when worn by Dancers.
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Lamia was a beautiful Libyan queen who turned into a child-eating demon. She is often referred to as having the lower half of a snake and sometimes a large mouth (lamia in Greek means "large shark", while laimos means gullet).In Greek mythology,
Later characteristics attributed to her are similar to that of succubi, in that the lamia seduces men, enticing them in order to feed on their blood. It is also said they reside in towers or secluded areas and have magical abilities.


text: Living Legend: Eldzier Cortor On Saturday, February 21 the South Side Community Arts Center in Chicago will host an event celebrating the work of renowned artist and printmaker Eldzier Cortor. Swann's own Nigel Freeman will be the moderator for a conversation with the 99-year-old artist. Eldzier Cortor's iconic images of African-American life have made him one of the country's most revered artists. The evening before the SSCAC event, Cortor will receive the 2015 Legends and Legacy Award from the Art Institute of Chicago. This award is bestowed on living African-American artists who, through their lifelong accomplishments and exceptional career in the visual arts, have influenced the next generation of artists. Trio Assemblage I, 1950s. From the Eldzier Cortor Coming Home show, a gift by the artist in memory of Sophia Cortor. The Art Institute event also includes remarks from Maséqua Myers, Executive Director of the South Side Community Arts Center, a viewing of Eldzier Cortor Coming Home: Recent Gifts to the Art Institute, and a cocktail reception. Cortor's Classic Study, No. 36, oil on canvas, circa 1979, is featured in Swann's upcoming April auction of African-American Art A graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Cortor spent his professional life as a painter and printmaker in Chicago and New York. A tireless innovator, he devoted much of his seven-decade career to the depiction of African Americans, specifically the portrayal of the African-American woman, and also helped found the South Side Community Art Center in Chicago in 1941. Click here for more information on the Art Institute's Legends and Legacy event. Click here for information on the South Side Community Art Center's Afternoon with Eldzier Cortor event. Share Facebook Twitter February 12, 2015Author: Swann CommunicationsCategory: African-American Fine Art Tags: African-American Fine Art American Art Art Institute of Chicago Chicago Eldzier Cortor Living Legend Nigel Freeman painter printmaker South Side Community Arts Center SSCAC Previous L'Estampe Originale: Promoting Printmakers in the Late Nineteenth Century Next Notes from the Catalogue: Eadweard Muybridge – The Innovator Recommended Posts Postwar Innovations in Printmaking Contemporary Art May 5, 2017 The Chicago Renaissance: Grounded in Life African-American Fine Art October 18, 2012 Records & Results: African-American Fine Art African-American Fine Art October 12, 2016


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The Amsterdam police arrested a total of 30 people during and after the public viewing of the Europa League finals on the Museuplein on Wednesday night. After Ajax lost the title to Manchester United (2-0), the Dutch capital quickly and calmly ran empty, ANP reports.
Arrests were made for public intoxication, insults and setting a parasol on fire, among other things. One police officer was assaulted. "For us this is really an ordinary very busy Saturday night", the police said around midnight. By 1:00 a.m. Amsterdam was mostly empty and quiet, according to the news wire.


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Clean, Healthy Water Delivered to Your Family Whenever You Need It
If you're busy running a household, you know that having a continuous supply of fresh, clean water delivered throughout your home is non-negotiable. From your kitchen sink to your showerhead to the utility room, patio and beyond, you need your water supply to be reliable, consistent, and clean.
When your home has outdated or damaged pipes, every faucet becomes a potential source of concern. That's because when pipes aren't functioning as they were meant to at the time of installation, they can begin to break down. And when pipes break down they can shed foul substances into the water that flows through them. That's the very same water which gets delivered to you and your family for cooking, brushing your teeth, showering, and drinking!
Camarillo repipe plumbing services from Daniel Fish Plumbing can help you get clean, fresh water flowing through your pipes again. With a full restoration of the pipes in your home, our fast, efficient Camarillo repipe plumbing services can get your household running again so you can get on with living your best life!
Living Your Best Life: Showers Like They Were Meant to Be
The genius who invented the modern shower never meant for people to get scalded when someone flushes the toilet. Nor did they imagine that using the sink in the kitchen would make the shower lose pressure. They also never meant for you to shower under a weak trickle of water.
Showers are meant to relax you and get you clean. For some people, it's also a mini spa experience where the weight of the world gets washed away in a steady stream of wonderfully relaxing hot water.
That's never going to happen if your pipes are damaged by time, corrosion, or leaks. Repiping means upgrading your shower experience to the spa-like conditions you deserve!
Clothes That Seem Brighter
One of the unfortunate side effects of bad pipes is rust-colored or yellow water. If you've experienced this type of pipe issue, then you know it can wreak havoc on the appearance of your clothing!
Rusty water can cause tinting of your clothes as if they'd been dyed in strong tea. Even darker colors will take on an antiqued, shabby appearance as the oxide pigments transfer through your rusty water and onto the fibers in your clothing.
Dishes That Look Clean Again
Bad pipes can affect your dishes, too. Even when you run your dishes through the dishwasher, corroded pipes delivering sub-standard water can mean dishes just don't come out sparkling clean-looking. Mineral buildup, inconsistent temperatures, and other pipe issues can cause your dishwasher to malfunction. When minerals and other residues from faulty pipes combine with cooking grease and dishwashing detergent, the result is an industrial-strength residue that gums up the works. This not only prevents your dishwasher from getting your dishes clean, but it's also a health hazard.
Peace of Mind for Your Family's Future
Repipe plumbing is a system-wide solution that takes care of your whole house. Rather than simply fixing a leak here and there, we address your plumbing problems at the source. This holistic approach to your home's plumbing system ensures that not only are your current issues resolved, but you can rest assured knowing your home's plumbing is in the best possible condition from this point forward. No lurking pipe problems, no issues with your water quality, and nothing but fresh, clean water for your family.
In other words, you can look forward to peace of mind. That's because repiping takes care of your whole system, eliminating hidden problems that you don't even know about yet. It's like any other home improvement that addresses the essentials of daily living: a solid foundation, a good new roof, and energy-efficient windows and doors. It's part of building a safe, secure home for you and your family for years to come. Repiping a house means you're solving systemic problems at the root and preventing further deterioration and possible damage to your home.
What Does it Mean to Repipe a House?
Some plumbing problems can be resolved with a quick fix like a patch to plug a leak. But if your pipes are fundamentally flawed (i.e. deteriorating!), those leaks will continue to resurface throughout your home in the months and years to come.
PEX vs. Copper Repiping Jobs
When it comes to your new pipes, you have a choice. Daniel Fish Plumbing uses only the best piping materials: PEX and copper. Here's the difference between them. (We recommend PEX as the better of the two.)
- Copper Repiping. Copper is, of course, the gold standard when it comes to longevity of pipes. They can last for well over a century and can be used both indoors and outdoors because they are weather resistant. They're also resistant to corrosion and fire. As you might guess, copper pipes are more expensive than other types. There are two reasons for that:
- Copper itself is more expensive than plastic
- Copper pipes are more difficult to install
- A copper repiping job requires expertise because the rigid metal must be precisely measured, cut, and fitted to exact specifications.
- PEX Repiping. PEX stands for 'cross-linked polyethylene' and it's been around for decades in the USA and even longer in Europe. The first thing you'll notice about PEX pipes is that they are flexible! That makes them wonderfully easy to install and therefore your price point for a PEX repiping job will typically be lower than for copper.
Advantages of PEX Plumbing:
- Flexible PEX tube is manufactured by extrusion, and shipped and stored on spools, where rigid plastic or metal piping must be cut to some practical length for shipping and storage. This leads to several advantages, including lower shipping and handling costs due to decreased weight and improved storage options.
- PEX plumbing installations require fewer fittings than rigid piping. The flexible tubing can turn 90 degree corners without the need for elbow fittings, and PEX tubing unrolled from spools can be installed in long runs without the need for coupling fittings.
- Attaching PEX tube to fittings does not require soldering, and so eliminates the health hazards involved with lead-based solder and acid fluxes; PEX is also safer to install since a torch is not needed to make connections..
- PEX resists the scale build-up common with copper pipe, and does not pit or corrode when exposed to acidic water.
- PEX is much more resistant to freeze-breakage than copper or rigid plastic pipe.
- PEX tubing does not transfer heat as readily as copper, and so conserves energy.
- Water flows more quietly through PEX tube, and the characteristic "water hammer" noise of copper pipe systems is virtually eliminated.
- PEX plumbing installations cost less because: PEX is less expensive than copper pipe. Less time is spent running pipe and installing fittings than with rigid pipe systems. Installing fewer fittings reduces the chances for expensive callbacks.
Red Flags to Look For in Your Plumbing
- Rust-colored water
- Water temperatures that vary wildly during water use
- Weak water pressure
Finding signs of damage to your home's plumbing system can be truly disheartening, especially if you consider the high cost of home renovation. But the good news is you may be able to save a lot of money by repiping.
Residential Repiping FAQs
Q: What is repiping?
A: To repipe a home or business means to install new pipes throughout the building. Typically, only the incoming pipes are replaced because they carry the water that matters most to you and your family.
Q: Why do pipes need replacing?
A: Old copper or galvanized pipes in your home may have corroded over the years. When that happens, any number of problems will begin to develop, such as recurring leaks, low water pressure, rusty-colored water, slab leaks, and more.
Q: What makes a homeowner repipe their home?
A: As conditions deteriorate inside your pipes, you can expect to start seeing signs of water damage to your home's interior as well as beneath the surface. Many homeowners don't even know they have a problem until they start seeing these signs of damage.
Q: How can I tell if my plumbing needs repiping?
A: By the time you start noticing the visible signs of bad pipes (i.e. water damage to your walls, floors, or ceilings), your plumbing system has progressed to a later stage of decay. Earlier warning signs include reduced water flow, rusty-colored water, and inconsistent water temperatures in your shower.
Q: I've heard horror stories about polybutylene pipes. What are they and why are they a problem?
A: Polybutylene was a cheaper plastic used in pipes that were manufactured in the late 1970s through the mid-1990s. This plastic has since found to be very inferior for use in plumbing systems. Polybutylene pipes are prone to failure and can decrease a home's value by as much as ten percent!
Q: How do I know if I have the wrong kind of plastic in my existing pipes?
A: Lots of homeowners ask us how to tell if they have Polybutylene pipes. To find out about your system, find the label on your pipes and look for the letters "PB". Another way is by color: Polybutylene pipes are usually gray, black, or silvery blue.
Q: Can't I just fix leaks rather than repiping my entire house?
A: Typically, when you see leaks, they can be the sign of a deteriorating plumbing system. The surest sign of copper and galvanized pipes that have begun to fail is a series of leaks that occur over time. As deterioration progresses, you may see an increase in the leaks as well as other symptoms of failing pipes. Finding and patching up all those leaks on your crumbling pipes will add up and it won't solve the cause of all your problems!
Q: Does it cost a lot to repipe a home?
A: No, it doesn't, especially when you consider you're improving quality of life, making your home safer, increasing its value, and preventing major issues later on. In general, our Camarillo repipe plumbing services are provided at fair and reasonable prices. That's because we've been doing repipe jobs for a long time and we've honed the process so that we're fast and efficient.
Q: How long will it take? Will I have to leave my home?
A: You may leave if you want to while our construction team works on your pipes, but you don't have to. Believe it or not, repiping a house only takes a few days. In that time, we'll obtain a Camarillo city permit to begin construction, there will be an inspection, and after the repiping there will be drywall to repair. And throughout all this, we'll never leave you without water!
Q: Do I have any say in what type of pipes will be used in my new plumbing system?
A: Absolutely! You can choose between copper and PEX pipes. To help you choose, we've provided a detailed explanation of the difference between the two materials.
Q: Is Copper better than PEX?
A: Comparing copper and PEX pipes is really a matter of priorities and preference. If you're familiar with copping piping, you may know that there's a very slight sound when the water travels through the pipes. That hardly gets noticed, typically, but homeowners who aren't used to the sound may want to consider PEX pipes, as they are known to be quieter.
PEX repiping is also offered at a lower price point than copper repiping jobs. Both types of pipes are safe, clean, and sound solutions for your residential piping system.
Facts About PEX Repiping
If you're considering choosing PEX pipes, here's some more information to help you make an informed decision. PEX pipes are…
- Resistant to scale
- Resistant to chlorine
- Won't corrode when exposed to acidic water
- Won't develop pinholes
- Faster to install
- Water runs through silently
- Energy efficient, since it does not transfer heat as readily as copper
- Has fewer connections and fittings than copper pipes
- Can turn a 90° corner with no need for elbow fittings
- Can be installed without the need for coupling fittings
- No soldering needed
- No health hazards from lead-based solder and acid fluxes
- Safer to install — no torch needed
- Safe
- Great for use with radiant heating systems in slab floors or walkways
- Shipped & stored in spools so it's easier to transport
- Has easier storage options
- Lower shipping and handling costs
Gas Repiping
Gas pipes are prone to damage, too, as any homeowner is probably well aware. Gas leaks can be deadly, so pipe corrosion is a serious issue. Daniel Fish Plumbing can assess your pipes, consult with you on your options, and conduct a safe and thorough gas repiping project in your home with minimal downtime and disruption to you and your family.
Drain Repipe
Most of the Camarillo repipe plumbing jobs we do are for pipes that carry water into homes. But sometimes it's the outgoing pipes that need replacing. If your home has cast iron or galvanized steel lines out to the city sewer system, you should find out if they are corroding. Rust deposits can build up, causing blockages, drain clogs, and leaks. One sign that this is happening in your home is a foul odor coming from your drains. Some homeowners find that during a repiping job, it makes sense to have a drain repipe job done at the same time.
If you live in Camarillo, repipe plumbing is just a phone call away. Daniel Fish is a full-service plumbing company that specializes in copper and PEX repiping for homeowners who live in the Camarillo area.


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I've even had to make contingency plans. If Whiskey stays and becomes a broodmare, someone else must go. There is a limit to time and financial resources. I've also decided that if she doesn't catch I'm going to give her to my farrier who adores her.
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London, Saturday, August 11, 2001
AMONG other complaints, your reviewer Professor Bogdanor writes (Aug. 11, page 32) that my second volume of Churchill's War seeks to portray Churchill as "a coward". I sometimes wonder if reviewers read the book they are sent. That word does not appear in any of the 1,200 pages: on the contrary, I refer to Winston's courage in undertaking his wartime flights around the Middle East, to Moscow, and to the United States.
Professor Bogdanor has however his own reasons for mistrusting me. He has somehow obtained the US edition of what he calls the "magnificent book" by Richard Evans, professor of modern history at Cambridge (right), on the Irving vs. Penguin Books Ltd & Lipstadt action; he quotes extensively from it, but fails to mention that this neutral expert, on whom the Court depended so heavily, was paid in excess of £70,181 by the defendants -- an amount which Mr Justice Gray later admitted shocked even him; and that Prof. Evans's own U.K. publishers William Heinemann have refused to print his book because it is manifestly libellous, i.e. defamatory and untrue.
Thus on one page of his measured, objective, magnificent account Evans writes of "Irving's seemingly limitless capacity for telling lies, distorting the truth, and insulting the memory of the dead" and on the next, "For all of us he became someone with whom the least contact was defiling."
In order to stay in the game in the High Court, the same Prof. Evans, your readers will find, had to assert precisely the opposite under cross examination by me on February 10 last year [Transcript of Day 18], testifying on oath that he was quite neutral toward me:
He said this at the same time as he was writing his book. It could hardly be more blatant. There is a word for that kind of behaviour in the witness box, as both Jonathan Aitken and Jeffrey Archer now know.
To buttress the allegation that I habitually misuse sources, Prof. Bogdanor appropriates the disbelief, first expressed by Andrew Roberts in The Evening Standard back in May, that I can possibly know the content of the mysterious box 24 of the Walter Monckton papers in the Bodleian [Library]. When I last used those papers, in 1987, boxes 23 and 24 were firmly sealed until the end of the [20th] century. Box 23 was opened in 1999, box 24 is still closed.
Says Bogdanor: "The safest course is to accept nothing Irving says unless independently corroborated." Well, according to The Independent, March 5, 2000 ("QUEEN MUM WANTED PEACE WITH HITLER"), a "government source" had revealed that box 24 was being kept closed because the correspondence between Monckton (the Royal family's lawyer) and Lord Halifax revealed Her Majesty's deep hostility to the war faction around Churchill. Just as I said.
Your reviewer sneers: "Box 23 was released last year. . . it contains nothing on Hitler's peace offer. Box 24 remains closed, but contains quite unrelated material." (How does the your reviewer know, one might ask?) The Independent was told otherwise. I am thus corroborated, and independently. Is it safer to accept what I say now?
David Irving
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An interim government complex (temporary secretariat) of Andhra Pradesh in the state's new capital Amaravati, was agreed by two competing firms to the final price offered by the government. Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) and Shapoorji Pallonji were said to have agreed to the price ₹ 3,350/- sq. ft offered by the Andhra Pradesh government for constructing the interim government complex at Velagapudi village, 16 km from Vijayawada, and finish the buildings by 15 June.11 If the two companies complete the construction work by the agreed date most of offices of the Andhra Pradesh government will be shifted to Amaravati from Hyderabad.
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There's no question about the important role that SMBs play in driving the economy. And finding the right tools to power your business is critical. Moving to the cloud has helped countless businesses reach more customers, raise their bottom line, and make a bigger impact. But with a dizzying selection of services available to help boost your team's productivity, and new ones appearing every year, it's easy to get lost in all the technological clutter. How we collaborate has evolved over time, so it's crucial to find the right tools for your business. At the end of the day, it's about helping your team do their best work – after all, the people that form your company are the true heroes, every day.
A people-first approach to adopting process improvements is a foolproof way of getting the most out of your technology investments. That said, before you jump in to the latest techy tools and gadgets to improve your team's workflow, start with the basics to ensure you have a solid foundation.
Communication is key. It sounds simple, but facilitating strong communication – written or verbal, from the Wi-Fi password to the quarterly sales goals – effects every level of the business. When your team is communicating well, everyone feels heard, meetings are more productive, creative ideas lead to higher-quality work, and the business thrives. This is even more critical in small organizations, where team members often own several roles. For example, as a small software startup, your graphic designer may also be doing the copywriting and building marketing campaigns. Clear communication, delegation of tasks, and effective collaboration is even more critical, and directly impacts how productive your team will be.
Here are a few quick wins that any team can implement to improve communication, and by effect, boost productivity:
1. Turn off cell phones. Sounds counterintuitive when talking about communication, but notifications are just too tempting and provide a constant disruption. Institute times when phones are off or left in another room, so team members can focus on what's at hand.
2. Work in time blocks. When the team is working hard to push a project across the finish line, consider allotting blocks of time for working on specific tasks, and nothing else.
3. Designate someone to take minutes. Minutes are not an outdated formality. They're critical to recording what was discussed, what the key action items are, and who's responsible for them. If you don't write it down, it's hard to communicate expectations and maintain accountability after the fact
4. Set agendas. If you don't have a clear agenda before walking into a meeting, you're going to waste people's time. Figure out the questions or problems you're trying to solve before you convene, and stick to the agenda.
5. Keep questions to the end. Build in time into meetings for a Q&A session. You'll keep meetings on track but still get to the valuable questions that come up along the way.
6. Respect start and end times. By not leaving meetings open-ended, you're forcing everyone to be focused and productive.
7. Create hard and soft deadlines. Use the soft deadline as the hard deadline for task delegation, and circulate deadlines widely so everyone is on the same page.
8. Share the right passwords. You shouldn't have to shout across the office for the Wi-Fi password. By sharing passwords through a team password manager, everyone has the right passwords to log in to do their work. And, you'll make sure security is built in to your team's every day activities.
9. Embrace a remote working culture. With the right tools, working remote doesn't have to mean reduced productivity, and can actually save valuable time and resources.
10. Set expectations with customers and clients, too. Share these tips with meeting attendees, so everyone can save time and stay focused.
Getting the right communication processes in place will help your team save time, work more efficiently, and be more productive. Using LastPass to organize and share passwords, plus join.me to collaborate, will help you keep the simple things, well… simple, because you've got bigger fish to fry.
What are your quick wins for improving team communication?