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With several international chart-topping hits under his belt, Bruno Martini continues to cement his position as one of the most innovative talents in today's music scene. His debut record, "Hear me Now" surpassed 350 million streams, smashing every record ever set by a Brazilian artist. Recent singles "Never Let Me Go," "Living On the Outside" "Sun Goes down" and "Road" have rapidly clocked up plays worldwide and Gold and Platinum status.
Bruno is one of few artists to have reached the milestone of reaching half a billion plays on Spotify alone. On "ROAD", Bruno teamed up with the legendary Timbaland – who will feature heavily in his debut album out in 2019. His latest singles, "With Me" brought together the successful partnership with Zeeba (who also featured on Hear me Now), and "Savages" is a collaboration with dutch dj / producers Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano – a huge summer hit in Europe.
His latest EP "The Cure" features 5 dance floor smashes further proving Bruno versatility as is the recently released remix for Zedd's "In the Middle". Bruno's latest single is 'YOUNGR', worldwide
release on October '19.
In 2017 it was no different: the DJ and producer performed in Mexico, Canada, Holland, Chile, Norway, Malta, Belgium, Paraguay, United States and countless cities and events in Brazil, among them Rock in Rio.
In 2018, he has devoted himself primarily to studio work, producing alongside Timbaland a series of tracks for his first international album. In Brazil he also worked with producer and DJ Dennis in " Sou teu fã " with Victor Kley in "Morena" and soon released a remix for the Tribalistas' " Velha infância " classic – a trio formed by Marisa Monte, Carlinhos Brown and Arnaldo Antunes.


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The Vatican defends the excommunication of a mom and doctors who helped her 9 year old daughter get an abortion after the girl was raped–while dismissing complaints that the rapist (her stepfather) was not punished. Oh, raping your 9 year old step child may be "deplorable," but it isn't so bad as to merit excommunication. I think they are worried about setting a precedent. Just think, if they excommunicated this man for sexual misconduct with a child, how many priests and bishops would also have to be excommunicated–for both rape and for covering it up?
4 thoughts on "Vatican on Abortion and Rape"
While I understand that the Bishop's desire here was to make a statement about "abortion under no circumstances", this example does not help the pro-life cause. And to make no statement abut the stepfather is deplorable.
Well, any person who procures, assists, or performs an abortion receives a "latae sententiae" excommunication regardless of whether the bishop announces it. So, the family was likely excommunicated anyways, regardless of the bishop's pronouncement.
But, it certainly doesn't LOOK good. Perhaps it would be different if Brazilian bishops had a regaular penchant for announcing such excommunications, but it was certainly a dubious move to exclude the stepfather who raped the girl if the rest of the family was being excomm'ed.
This is one of those cases where following the "rule" of the law without the spirit produces a perverse and absurd result. Were the excomms "technically" correct? Yes. But that's rather cold comfort to the rest of us.
This is wrong. It does not amount to a consistent policy on ex-communication.
Oh- there's a consistent policy on excommunication in the Church. As Jake points out, procuring or aiding in the procurement of an abortion means that one has in effect excommunicated themselves from the Church. There is no need for a Pope or bishop to individually excommunicate anyone for it.
A sin like child rape, however, does not incur automatic excommunication. Nor does murder, fraud on a grand scale, or moving priests around who are pedophiles, or any other slew of serious sins. In fact, the only sin for which automatic excommunication is indicated is abortion. This is how strongly the Church wants to protect the life of the unborn.
Other things that require a statement of excommunication by a Pope would be schismatic/heretical folks who won't recant- example- LeFevre. Think also Luther- once he refused to recant his ideas, he was excommunicated.
In the history of the Church excommunication once had great power to effect the changes the Church wanted done- in many cases political ones. Nowadays, formal excommunication is used more to ensure orthodoxy. In centuries past the Church taught and folks believed more that outside the Church one could not be saved- ie. would go to hell. Since Vat II, that belief has changed- many folks don't believe that excommunication means one will go to hell.
The Church's policy on excommunication is pretty consistent- but this bishop is a total dork for saying what he did- no compassion, no condemnation of the step father (who may not have participated in the abortion, or who may not be Catholic) and no offer to help the family to avoid abortion.
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In case you were wondering, I am still alive! lol I can't believe how long it's been since I last posted. My daughter, Steph, has now graduated from high school, and we had her open house a little over a week ago. I thought things would get back to normal, but they haven't. Now, I'm playing math teacher to my son. He's taking his second semester of Algebra II online, and is having some trouble with it. It's a little hard to complete an 18 week course in 8 weeks, especially when you have trouble with Algebra. I'm having to go through the lessons with him so I can re-learn Algebra again. That way, I can try to help him understand. It's been 27 years since I took Algebra II, and I think it's harder than it was in my time. Praying he can get it all done by the deadline!
I'm going to try and post more from here on out, and I should be back to normal by August. At least, let's hope! Today's card is the one that I made my hubby for Father's Day. I'm so in LOVE with this new stamp set, Serene Silhouettes (p. 75). The greeting came from the set, Teeny Tiny Wishes (p. 133).
I think sponging a sunset is my favorite technique when using silhouette stamps, and I just had to use it on this one. I put the ink onto the card stock with Sponge Daubers (p. 179). Starting from the bottom, the colors are Old Olive, More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Marina Mist, Not Quite Navy, and Midnight Muse. Then, I stamped the tree silhouette in Early Espresso ink. The designer paper I used is a new pack called Comfort Cafe DSP (p. 163). The More Mustard strip was embossed with the new Fancy Fan Impressions Folder (p. 189). I also like these new buttons called Naturals Designer Buttons (p. 176). I think they look great on masculine projects. Of course, they're good on a lot of other kinds of projects, too! I attached the button with a Mini Glue Dot (p. 177). The matted image layer was attached with Stampin' Dimensionals (p. 177).
Stamps: Serene Silhouettes & Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Early Espresso, Old Olive, More Mustard, Cajun Craze, Marina Mist, Not Quite Navy, & Midnight Muse Classic ink pads
Paper: Early Espresso, Cajun Craze, More Mustard, Midnight Muse, & Very Vanilla card stock; Comfort Cafe DSP
Accessories: Big Shot Die-Cutting Machine, Fancy Fan Impressions Folder, Sponge Daubers, Naturals Designer Buttons, Mini Glue Dots, & Stampin' Dimensionals.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Serene Silhouettes Father's Day Card
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Amy Scurria, winner of four consecutive ASCAP Plus awards, counts the Philadelphia Orchestra and Minnesota Orchestra among the many groups who have commissioned her original compositions and is one of the youngest composers on the roster of Theodore Presser, a publisher that claims many of America's most distinguished talents. She holds degrees from the Peabody Conservatory at the Johns Hopkins University and the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University. Her mentors in the art of composition have included Chen Yi, Robert Sirota, Samuel Adler, Philip Lasser and Narcis Bonet.
Amy grew up singing in church choirs and madrigal groups. She began teaching herself piano as well as the basics of writing music by the age of eight. She maintains that 'Music is a powerful and unusual language that, when spoken well, can reach the deepest part of the human spirit.' Steve Schwartz of Classical Net Review calls her music 'a journey to discover heartbreaking beauty. The climaxes of her work aren't so much dramatic as rapturous... A tremendous technique infuses the music, but Scurria never uses it to cover up a paucity of ideas. She's an honest workman - the real goods.'
I asked Amy to share some thoughts with us about her creative process.
AT: 'God and Country' themes seem to figure prominently in your work. I'm thinking of the eloquence on display in orchestral works such as We Are Met at Gettysburg and Blessings of Liberty, and vocal works such as Salmo 100, A Prayer, Thou Who Art Over Us, and i thank you God (text by e. e. cummings). How has this become a strength for you? What subjects and ideas have you not yet had as much opportunity to explore but hope to?
Amy Scurria: This question touches on something I think about quite often. I think that it's important for a composer to ask oneself why he or she composes. I ponder this quite often myself and the answer I most often return to is that music is my prayer. It serves as my most honest and pure expression.
When I experience 'writer's block' or even just before I compose, I always begin with prayer and meditation. It opens me to the creative process.
It's interesting that the question I'm asked most often is 'how do you write music?' If I find that they are not looking for an in depth explanation, I more often than not answer: 'one note at a time.' However, I often wish that people would ask instead 'why do you write music?' As all musicians realize, being a composer is not a life filled with glory, a large income, stability, or any other such benefit that might draw a person towards this pursuit.
I won't even try to guess why most people compose, so I'll only comment on why I do. From an early age, I have felt a deep yearning for music. I remember hearing music as early as three years old and feeling compelled to cry; not because the music upset me or even made me sad, but because I wanted to climb inside the music and I didn't ever want it to end . . . so I think that as I got older, listening to music somehow wasn't enough. By the time I was eight years old, I discovered that creating music was the only activity that would alleviate that deep feeling of yearning and somehow make me feel complete and whole. So, at the risk of sounding quite cliché, the reason I compose is because I must!
It surprised me when you said 'God and Country' figure prominently as subjects in my music; however, this makes sense. I grew up in a predominantly military family. My father, two uncles, and both grandfathers were career military men, as were a long line of men in my family going as far back as the Civil War. I, myself, was torn in high school between pursuing a career as a Coast Guard pilot, like my father, or pursuing music. Obviously, I chose the latter--though I often wonder how my life might have been different had I chosen the former. I don't think I ever made a conscious effort to create music that reflects the subjects of 'God and Country,' so perhaps this just happened by default (and partly by circumstance!).
I think what most people don't realize is that when someone serves in the military, the entire family serves in the military. It's a sacrifice that affects the entire family unit. I will never regret that my father was a career military man. In fact, I carry an intense pride for this. However, I'm sure that the sacrifices that we made (moving every 2-4 years, having our family split up temporarily, not always knowing where my father was or if he would come back alive) affected me in a deep way... so much so that it bleeds into my music. It doesn't mean that I always agree with the choices we make as a country. But I do know first hand what it means when someone decides to serve our country. In the case of my father, it was a service that was whole-hearted, complete, unquestioning, honourable, and something to be deeply admired. So, this is probably why after 9/11, I decided to make my commission for the Vermont Youth Orchestra a patriotic work... and why the commission by the Philadelphia and Minnesota orchestras on the Civil War resonated so deeply with me.
Regarding God, prayer, meditation, improvisation and dance are all a large part of my creative process. My faith is an important part of my life and I suppose I am always attempting to compose a better work as an offering and thanks to God.
Regarding subjects and ideas I have not yet had the opportunity to explore yet: there are many. There are so many things I feel passionate about and I could come up with endless reasons to compose as a reflection of those passions. However, some underlying inspirations and influences are the subjects of hope, women's issues, flight, freedom of spirit, celebration of spirit. I have always felt that an 'artist' has a responsibility to have a cause, a message, a reason for creating... for taking the time and energy to express something to the public. My driving force behind this belief has been to create music that reflects hope and beauty. I think it is impossible to avoid the fact that life is difficult. Perhaps in some way I am looking for a haven from difficulties through music, but this is also what I hope to create in my own music. If I can make someone feel hope, recognize beauty in life, imagine something wonderful, feel a freedom from the difficulties of life, then I have succeeded in my pursuits and in my creation of music.
In particular, I'm working on the beginning concepts of a work that will incorporate the use of photography around the subject of women--perhaps a Celebration of Women type of work. I'm still in the very beginning stages of this.
AT: Can you share anything about your working method--where you get ideas, what you look for in choosing a text?
Amy Scurria: My working method really depends on the type of piece I'm composing. I tend to compose choral works, piano works, and songs straight through whereas an orchestral work involves a lot of sketches. My ideas come from prayer, improvisation at the piano, singing, dance, and sometimes dreams.
When choosing a text the first thing I look for is whether it's available for use! If it's in the public domain and if not, if I can get permission to use it. For this reason, I have been setting a lot of Christina Rossetti's poetry. Not only does her poetry resonate very deeply with me, but her publishing company has been very generous in granting me rights to set her poems. I also love finding female poets when possible. In choosing a text for a musical setting, I usually select a text based on whether I hear music as I'm reading it. Every poem or Bible verse I've ever set has resulted in an immediate 'musical response' as I'm reading the poem. This is when I know a particular poem will illicit musical inspiration and flow nicely for voice setting.
AT: You possess a deep appreciation of poetry. Who are your favourite poets and why? Has poetry as an art form helped you develop as a composer in some way--something beyond simply supplying a text for musical setting?
Amy Scurria: The first time I affiliated any kind of text to music was when I was 16 years old. I was given an assignment in my AP English class and we were given the utmost freedom with the type of project. So, as I often did, I decided to compose a piano piece. In doing so, I selected a poem and composed the work as a reflection of that poem. Though I had an affinity towards poetry for quite some time, this was the first time that text served as an inspiration or guide for musical form.
Once I entered college at Rice University I began to compose songs and experienced firsthand the mistake of not acquiring permission for a text! I composed a full song cycle and later was not granted permission for the use of the poetry! The piece was useless until many years later, when I met a wonderful poet while working on a commission who was willing to rewrite the text for me. She did a beautiful job and the work was revived as a result of her efforts (thankfully)!
So text has always been an important part of my compositional process. Beyond All Walking, my first orchestral work, went through a lot of sketches. I was struggling with the form of the work. I had a strong opening and an ending, but I wasn't certain how to get from point A to point B. My teacher, Bob Sirota, suggested several things, one of which was to find a text to use as a reference. One of my favorite poets is Rainer Maria Rilke. I particularly love the translations by Stephen Mitchell. So, I selected a Rilke poem.
Going Blind
She sat just like the others as the table.
But on second glance she seemed to hold her cup
a little differently as she picked it up.
She smiled once. It was almost painful.
And when they finished and it was time to stand
and slowly as chance selected them they left
and moved through many rooms (they talked and laughed)
I saw her. She was moving far behind
The others absorbed like someone who will soon
have to sing before a large assembly;
upon her eyes which were radiant with joy
light played as on the surface of a pool.
She followed slowly taking a long time
as though there were some obstacle in the way;
and yet: as though once it was overcome
she would be beyond all walking and would fly.
Rilke, Rainer Maria. Stephen Mitchell, trans.
Ahead of All Parting: The Selected Poetry and Prose of Rainer Maria Rilke.
Modern Library, 1995.
My grandmother had passed away a few years prior to my composing this work and I wanted to write something in response to her passing. I had remembered a class I visited at Rice prior to matriculating. The professor was discussing the artwork of Michelangelo. Michelangelo was of the belief that the physical body acted as a prison to the human soul and that the soul was struggling for liberation from the constraints of the body. I loved this idea that the soul was eternally drawn to the heavens and I could suddenly see in many of his sculptures, that the soul is constantly yearning for freedom from the body. This idea, along with the Rilke poem, provided for me the perfect sources of inspiration I needed to complete Beyond All Walking. Other things provided inspiration for this work, but the text played a huge role.
AT: Has a composition of yours ever surprised you?
Amy Scurria: This is really an interesting question and one I've never been asked! I suppose every composition is a surprise to some extent because I really don't know what I'm going to create until I begin creating it. However, a lot of initial thought goes into a work before the actual composing. So, normally, by the time a piece is committed to score form, it is exactly as I have intended it.
I suppose I've been surprised by the reaction to my works, and I'm lucky to say that I was pleasantly surprised. There is nothing more powerful than when someone approaches me with tears in their eyes and shares how a work touched them. This has happened mostly with Beyond All Walking and We Are Met at Gettysburg. So, in that way, I have been most pleasantly surprised by the reaction the works have created.
AT: Many thanks, Amy, for sharing your comments and your music. We look forward to updates.
Beyond All Walking
(Peabody Symphony Orchestra/Teri Murai)
A Prayer
(Shepherd University Concert Choir/Scott Williamson)
Press Onward
(Shepherd University Concert Choir/Scott Williamson)
Furchte Dich Nicht
(Rice University Chamber Ensemble)
Five Haiku
(Peabody Conservatory Ensemble)
Variations on Reflection
(Susan Boettger, piano)
Blessings of Liberty
(Vermont Youth Orchestra/Troy Peters)
Games Children Play
(Sylvia Danburg, violin, with narrator)
Amy Scurria Home Page________
Photo ©Phyllis Berger (USA)


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This year our Children's Summer Program was staffed a little differently and, with the program officially ending for the season tomorrow, we'd like to highlight the success of our talented staff of interns. David Asamoah-Duodu, who will be pursuing his doctorate degree in psychology at Rutgers in the Fall, joined us as the Director of the Summer Program and was assisted by Roshini Panicker, a rising high school senior who came highly recommended from the prestigious SEEDS program.
David and Roshini worked hard to plan and implement a variety of educational enrichment activities for our young clients from mid-July to mid-August. The program was available during each lunch service (except Saturdays). New and former volunteers also assisted David and Roshini in making the program engaging and enjoyable for the kids.
Franciscan Charities would like to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to David and Roshini for their hard work and commitment to the Summer Program– and for being such wonderful role models for many children this summer. Thank you also to our incredible team of volunteers!


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I know what a lot you are thinking right now; how in the world can beer be healthy for me? I understand why you will all have the same questions and concerns but one thing you have to understand, is that moderation is everything. If you drink beer in moderation and don't drink to the point of getting drunk, the beer can beer very healthy for you. Trust me, when I first found this out, I was just as surprised.
So lets start of with one of the basic health benefits of beer, which is the iron content of beer. It is known that beer has a relatively high iron content in it, dark beers have more than the light beers. Why is this a health benefit? If you are unaware of what iron does, iron is in every part of our body and one of the main functions of iron is to help transport oxygen throughout our bodies. If you do not have a sufficient amount of Iron in your body, you could be considered anemic. So while maintaining a proper diet and having a beer along with that diet, the beer can be very beneficial in helping your body maintain an adequate iron level.
Not only does beer contain Iron, it also contains antioxidants. As with Iron, dark beers are going to have more antioxidants than the lighter beers. So how is this a health benefit of beer. I'm sure that most of us realize that antioxidants can play an important role in reversing cellular damage that occurs naturally within the human body.
One of the most surprising pieces of information that I found is that beer contains ingredients that are known to help fight cancer. This product is Poly phenols, and it comes from the hops that the beers is brewed with. Not only are they know to help fight cancer but they are also known to reduce cholesterol. These ingredients are of higher content in micro brews than the more mass produced beer.
Now I know that beer also has negative effects and I'm not disputing that at all. One thing you need to remember is that this information is relevant when you are drinking in moderation. If you are wondering where I found my information go to the following link:


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Exercising With Severe Asthma
If you avoid exercising because you have severe asthma, you're not alone. Many people with severe asthma say it holds them back from exercising for fear of bringing on asthma symptoms or an attack. But everyone needs to exercise, even people with severe asthma. In fact, did you know, exercise may help improve your asthma symptoms?
Regular exercise helps strengthen your lungs, boosts your immune system and keeps your weight under control, all of which can help with breathing. One study showshigher levels of activity and lower levels of sedentary (inactive) time help improve exercise capacity and asthma control, and may lead to less general inflammation.
Since you need more air to exercise, many people with severe asthma do experience symptoms when exercising, such as coughing, chest tightness and shortness of breath. But there are steps you can take to make breathing easier and prevent asthma attacks, so you can enjoy the benefits of leading an active life.
Choose Your Favorite Activity
You may have no trouble beginning a new exercise, especially on a good day when your symptoms are under control. But the best way to stick to an exercise routine is to choose activities you enjoy. Most people with severe asthma can still participate in their favorite activities, from running, hiking and swimming to Taekwondo and gymnastics. Even some gentle stretching, a short walk or a leisurely game of badminton can be beneficial, giving you a boost of energy and improving your mood.
Try Yoga
Several studies show regular practice of yoga helps improve lung function for people with asthma (with slight benefits in breathing). It also helps with general relaxation and reducing stress.
Have an Asthma Action Plan
Before you start any exercise regimen, talk to your doctor. He or she can help you develop an asthma action plan, which may include some of the following steps:
- Warm up properly for 6 to 10 minutes before you begin any exercise. Talk to your doctor or a certified trainer if you need help with stretching or exercise moves.
- Check for pollen and air quality before you exercise outside. If the pollen count is high, wear a face mask to avoid breathing in irritants. If it's cold outside, a face mask can also help warm the air you breathe in. You can also cover your mouth and nose with a scarf while you exercise.
- Have your inhaler on hand and use it before you begin exercising. You should also have a cell phone handy in case you need to call someone for help.
- Always watch for symptoms before, during and after exercise. Be sure to watch for signs of an oncoming attack, such as breathlessness or wheezing. Stop and rest if you feel symptoms coming on.
- If you are exercising with someone, let him or her know you have asthma and what they should do if you have an attack.
- If you do have an attack, treat it quickly with your inhaler. The sooner you treat an attack, the less severe it will be, and the less medication you'll need.
Don't Sweat It
Everyone with asthma has a unique set of symptoms and challenges, so take it slowly and monitor your reactions to different exercises. Choosing the right activity will depend on your triggers, symptoms and overall energy level. Be patient with yourself. If you're not feeling up to exercising on a particular day, don't sweat it. Simply make a commitment to get back to it once you're feeling better and your symptoms are under control again.


text: Super Naturals toyline by Tonka Toys was made in the 1980s and had an accomining comic book to go along with the line. They featured Ghost Warriors with a double-channel hologram, a Glow in the Dark Weapon, and a Shield with another amazing Hologram. Lionheart was the heroic leader while Skull was the evil Villian. The figure's chest and head holograms change between images as your viewing angle changes and they are covered by a chest plate and variuos head gear.


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Faith Comes By Hearing
Nine Reasons to Read Your Bible
See What God Sees // Bigger Than Your Doubts
Send The Word.
Can You Hear His Voice? // Never Alone
3 Steps To Increase Your Faith
Strengthening Your Faith
Questions About the Bible
Listen For God's Voice
Evangelize, Don't Fossilize!
Harvesting The Abundant Life
Know His Voice: Become Familiar With God
When Forgiving Is Too Hard
Will Someone Give Me Some Good News
Why Read The Bible?
Activating The Power Of God's Word
[Who's your One? Series] On Earth, As It Is In Heaven
Welcoming the Stranger
Getting Closer To God
Ordinary Moments: Small Prayers That Can Change The World
Come, Let's Go! Discipleship In Evangelism
GO2020 | ENGAGE: June Week 2- ABIDE
Immune to Fear - Week 1
Building Your Faith
How To Love Reading The Bible


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Coverage of annual influenza vaccination of healthcare workers (HCWs) varies and remains at a sub-optimal level in many countries | Journal of Hospital Infection
As HCWs are often exposed to a variety of information on vaccination, their pattern of exposure may impact their decision, which deserves further investigation.
Practising nurses in Hong Kong were invited to participate in an anonymous online survey in February 2015, after the winter seasonal peak. The questionnaire covered demographics, work nature and experiences, vaccination uptake history and reasons for vaccination decisions. Two categories of behaviors with regards to information access were defined – (A) passive exposure to information, and (B) active information-seeking, as differentiated by the source, type and nature of information accessed. Chi-square test, Mann-Whitney U test, logistic regression were performed to compare between vaccinated and unvaccinated nurses.
A total of 1177 valid returns were received from nurses who had a median age of 32, of whom 86% were female. The overall vaccination rate was 33%. Passive exposure to information from workplace, professional body and social network did not predict vaccination decision, while mass media did (OR:1.78). Active information-seeking involving consulting seniors (OR:2.46), having organized promotion activities (OR:2.85) and performing information search (OR:2.43) were significantly associated with increased vaccination uptake. Cumulative effect could be demonstrated for active information seeking (OR:1.86) but not passive exposure to information.
Current strategy of promotions and campaigns for seasonal influenza vaccination in HCWs may not be effective in increasing vaccination coverage. Measures targeting information-seeking behaviors may serve as an alternative approach.
Full reference: Cheung, E.K.H. et al. (2017) Pattern of exposure to information and its impacts on seasonal influenza vaccination uptake in nurses. Journal of Hospital Infection. Published online: 11 August 2017


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Often I wanted to learn how to use cURL to be able to interact with the OSLC API without using Java and often I run out of time to do it. This time I could not avoid it because a colleague of mine was expecting an answer from me. So I decided to go thru all the learning process and figure it out.
First of all, you need to have a good understanding of what OSLC is all about, it will help you figure out the technology and the API we are using to interact with our Jazz Team Server (JTS). For that check out some references mentioned at the end of this article.
These days you can find more and more inputs about OSLC, RESTFul and cURL than I could find in some early days, when I started playing with OSLC. So don't hesitate to "google" if you have any concern regarding one of the mentioned points.
This article should be split in four CRUD parts :
- Part 1: How to Read a Work Item using cURL.
- Part 2: How to Create a Work Item using cURL
- Part 3: How to Update a Work Item using cURL
- Part 4: How to Delete a Work Item using cURL
And you are reading the first one.Read More »


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{Nude Gauze} Sets | Wrap & headband
Sold Out $32.00
{Nude Gauze} Set. Wrap & headband
- Limited edition - while quantities last
Size | 25 x 40" very stretchy!
Colour | nude
Details | Gorgeous textured wrap with a matching headband). Headband slips onto babies head easily and will fit newborn to toddlers. Gauze is stretchy and soft.
Care | Hand wash cold water. Hang to dry.
Note | Product intended as a photo prop. Do not leave baby unattended.
Photo | Rebecca Joy Studios


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I know this title about entry level jobs is vague, but that's for a reason. When it comes to your job search or your job, Google might just have the answer you are looking for thanks to auto-fills. So, what does Google say when the phrase "why are entry level jobs" is typed in its search engine? That you can find out on your own time. In the following post, learn what comes up from other career related keyword phrases.
The world recently learned three things about Google: 1. CEO Eric Schmidt received $106 million in bonuses in 2013. Maybe that's because the company's sales reached $16.9 billion in the fourth quarter of last year ALONE. 2. You can now add Google Glass hardware to actual prescription eyeglass frames. 3. When you type common career questions
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Top Internships for Students
Popular Jobs for Recent Grads
Jobs in Growing Industries


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As you read this press release from the U.S. Department of Justice, reference the originating nations for the 2014 "Unaccompanied Alien Children" crisis. [ie. Ted Cruz, Glenn Beck and Dana Loesch: 'Teddy Bear and Soccer Balls' alien relief mission] This is directly related to DACA used as a magnet. (Background follows press release)
U.S. DOJ – Senior law enforcement officials from the United States, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras announced here today criminal charges against more than 3,800 MS-13 and 18th Street gang members in the United States and Central America in a coordinated law enforcement action known as Operation Regional Shield.
The charges were announced by Acting Assistant Attorney General Kenneth A. Blanco of the United States, Attorney General Douglas Meléndez of El Salvador, Attorney General Thelma Aldana of Guatemala, and Attorney General Oscar Chinchilla of Honduras, marking the six-month anniversary of the commitment to combat transnational organized crime initiated in March by U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, together with the Attorneys General of the three Central American countries.
The more than 3,800 individuals charged announced today include over 70 individuals in the United States in California, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, Ohio and Virginia. Law enforcement officers seized six firearms and charged 284 gang members in Guatemala; seized 14 businesses and 11 luxury vehicles and arrested 12 MS-13 money launderers in Honduras; and filed 3,477 criminal charges, resulting in more than 1,400 arrests in El Salvador. (read more)
Here's the DHS chart from the 2014 UAC crisis. Notice any similarity?
April 2009 – After a Mid-East trip to Egypt to deliver his Cairo speech, President Barack Obama travels to South America for the "Summit of the Americas". The summit included thirty-four South American countries. Obama wanted to promote his point that relations in North and South America can be heavily improved, especially after age old ideals on immigration and commerce are dropped. Hugo Chavez warmly embraced Obama and provided a gift, a book titled "The Open Veins of Latin America". (link)
December 2009 – November 2010 – 100% of all political effort was leveraged to create and institute the ACA or ObamaCare. All media oxygen is focused on ObamaCare 24/7.
November 2010 – President Obama is "shellacked" in Mid-Term elections. Loses control of the House of Representatives to Republicans. Biggest electoral defeat since 1918.
January 2011 – Emphasis, and political strategy changes. "Comprehensive Immigration Reform", ie. "amnesty" becomes the mainstay approach toward retention of political power. Throughout a contentious Republican primary season, to assist their ideological traveler, the U.S. media kept the issue on the front burner.
November 2012 – Election year campaign(s). Using wedge issues like "War on Women", and "Immigration / Amnesty", candidate Obama promises to push congress for "amnesty", under the guise of "Comprehensive Immigration Reform", if elected. President Obama wins reelection.
December 2012 – Immediately following reelection President Barack Obama signs an Executive Order creating the "Deferred Action Program", or DACA. Allowing millions of illegal aliens to avoid deportation. (link)
May 2013 – President Barack Obama visits South America. Following a speech Mexican entrepreneurs, Obama then travelled to Costa Rica, his first visit as president. In addition to meetings with Costa Rican President Laura Chincilla, Obama attended a gathering of leaders from the Central American Integration System, (CAIS). The regional network includes the leaders of Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. (link) President Obama meets with the leaders of the Central American Countries.
Summer 2013 – Numbers of Illegal Unaccompanied Minors reaching the Southern U.S. border from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua doubles. 20,000+ reach U.S. Southern border by travelling through Mexico. Media primarily ignores. (link)
October 2013 – At the conclusion of the immigrant travel season. White House receives notification that tens of thousands of illegal Unaccompanied Minors should be anticipated to hit the Southern U.S. border the following Summer [2014]. An estimated 850% increase in the number of UAC's (from 2012's less than 10,000) was projected. (link)
January 2014 – In response to the projections, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posts a jobs notification seeking bids to facilitate 65,000 Unaccompanied Alien Children. The posting outlines DHS and Health and Human Services (HHS) requirements for contractors to fulfill the job. (link)
February 2014 – President Obama visits Mexico for "bilateral talks", in an unusual one day visit (link):
Spring 2014 – With a full year of successful transport and border crossing without deportation – DHS begins to notice a significant uptick in the number of criminal elements from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua; which have joined with the UAC's to gain entry. Internal DHS documents reveal the "refugee" status is now being used by both criminal cartels, and potentially by Central American government(s) to send prison inmates into the U.S. (link)
June 2014 – As expected tens of thousands of Unaccompanied Alien Children from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua hit the border and the headlines. Despite the known planning, and recently discovered prior internal notifications, the White House claims it did not see this coming. By July the media have picked up the story and it's called "A Border Crisis". However, the White House is desperate to avoid exposure to the known criminal elements within the story. (link)
July 2014 – President Obama requests $3,700,000,000 ($3.7 billion) in supplemental budget appropriations to deal with the border crisis. Only $109 million is for actual border security or efforts to stop the outflow from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Growing concern amid Democrats brings out a defense position that George Bush created the crisis in 2008.
Hidden inside a massive budget request is President Obama seeking legal authorization to spend taxpayer funds for lawyers and legal proceedings on behalf of the UAC's and their families. In essence congress is being asked to approve the executive branch's violation of previous immigration law. Section 292 of the Immigration and Nationality Act prohibits representation of aliens "in immigration proceedings at government expense".
It becomes increasingly obvious the spending request is to facilitate President Obama in expanding the services toward ALL illegal immigrants throughout the U.S.
The stealth nature of the request is brilliant. Once the funds are established and appropriated the administration can then use millions of taxpayer funds to essentially integrate not only the UAC's but any illegal alien currently within the system.
The $3.7 Billion becomes the amnesty program Obama has sought but been blocked from achieving.
July 9th 2014 – Fearful that U.S. political interests might bring a halt to the outflow already in place, and/or actually result in a backlog of travelling migrants stuck at the border inside Mexico:…
…Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto and Guatemalan president Otto Perez Molina held a joint press conference in Playas de Catazaja, Mexico, to officially announce an agreement to make it easier for those making the illegal journey to the United States from Central America, to cross into Mexico.
The Southern Border Program to Improve Passage, will provide for more border checkpoints along Mexico's border with Guatemala, and offer more protection and even emergency medical care to those making their way north. The illegal aliens will receive a so-called Regional Visitor's Card, according to El Universal. (link)
July 10th, 2014 – Facing pushback from congress as well as sticker shock at the amount he is requesting, President Obama sends his DHS team to Capitol Hill to ramp up anxiety, and threats of consequences:
Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson said Thursday that as many as 90,000 unaccompanied child migrants could cross the southwest border before the end of this fiscal year in September.
That will place a huge strain on immigration agencies, which will badly need new money to get through the summer, Johnson says.
The 90,000 number — the highest yet given by the administration — is spelled out in written Senate testimony by Johnson as well as Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell, who must also deal with the border crisis.
"We are preparing for a scenario in which the number of unaccompanied children apprehended at the border could reach up to 90,000 by the end of fiscal 2014," Johnson's testimony reads, and he bluntly warns that without an infusion of new funds, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will run out of money in August. (read more)
It would have been more direct and honest if DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson said: 'pay us this extortion money or we'll use our pulpit to call you haters, racists and bigots amid all the news broadcasts – and we'll be joined by the likes of Glenn Beck to proclaim how insufferable and hateful you are for not caring about the children'.
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Omega Speedmaster CK2998 edition is inspired through the original 1959 Omega Speedmaster ref. 2998, the archetype for that Speedmaster as many of us realize it. It had been the very first model to feature the black bezel generally connected with this particular watch (formerly the bezel was steel) and also the little dial particulars, hands … Continue reading "Omega Speedmaster CK2998 Limited Edition Watch Review"
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Omega De Ville X2 Big Date Watch Replica Review
This sure is not an Omega watch the thing is every single day. Actually, I'm not even sure how broadly watches such as this square cased De Ville X2 are offered in the usa. This piece is just a couple of years of age and is available in a couple of versions – It continues … Continue reading "Omega De Ville X2 Big Date Watch Replica Review"
Replica Omega Watches Collection Review
I've lengthy felt that Omega, while well-known and incredibly respected, is a relatively under appreciated brand among vintage collectors. That's not saying they aren't common as collectibles, just that they're undervalued. Vintage Omegas are extremely good timepieces which are reasonably listed in today's market the best and rare Omegas won't contend with the kind of … Continue reading "Replica Omega Watches Collection Review"
Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph Watch Review
Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph watch Planet Ocean Chrono series 22.214.171.124.01.002 2011 watch industry is undoubtedly the most discussion of prices, and a number of brands in a year or even five times in a row three times the price, give us a table fans brought a lot of impact, but also the price is … Continue reading "Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph Watch Review"


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The Garuda Airlines Boeing 737-400 appeared to overshoot the runway before flames shot out, and witnesses reported hearing an explosion, according to media reports.I've been highly critical of Indonesia in my previous posts about the disappearance of an Adam Air aircraft and the state of the budget carriers and the airline industry there. Garuda ain't no budget carrier- it's a state airline- but this incident will most probably make me not want to fly ANY Indonesian airlines.
There were 133 passengers and seven crew members onboard, and 93 people were evacuated and taken to local hospitals, the airline told CNN.
A Yogyakarta hospital reported receiving 24 to 25 people from the incident but did not elaborate.
Among the passengers onboard were Australian government officials and members of the Australian media, the Australian Foreign Ministry in Canberra told CNN. The Australian government released no further information about their fate, but The Associated Press quoted Australian Prime Minister John Howard as saying, "There appears to have been a significant loss of life."
Ten Australians were on the flight, and "not all of those have been accounted for," he said.
20 Adam Air pilots left within months
Indonesia lacks expertise and technology for its airline industry
Why I wont be flying budget airlines


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|The first Davy strip from Pow! No.1, 21st January 1967.
Davy was perhaps the most subversive of Ken's Odhams strips. A reader-participation strip, where kids were encouraged to send in their "dares" for a cash reward if used. (Only a pound, but that went a long way in the sixtes!) The dares often backfired on Davy, usually causing him great suffering and pain. This was illustrated child cruelty for comic effect, but in Ken Reid's expert hands it became one of the most manic and funny strips of the decade. Besides, it was only a comic strip, and no one really got hurt unless they accidentally stabbed their finger on Pow's protruding staples that were rarely laid flat in the centre pages. (Pow! was a cheap-looking comic but rich on laughs and adventure, featuring a mix of new humour and adventure strips alongside reprints from Marvel comics.)
Dare-A-Day Davy ran throughout the length of Pow's run, from issue 1 in January 1967 to the final issue, No.86, in September 1968. Here's a few examples...
|Restricted to a half page for POW! No.5 but still crammed with craziness.
|Brilliant reactions from the crowd in this page from Pow! No.7
|Davy's will power makes an appearance in Pow! No.16
|Reid continued to develop the Willie Willpower character. Pow! No.17
|Davy's inner conflict was depicted as a battle between temptation and conscience. Pow! No.21
|Marvel's NICK FURY made an appearance in Pow! No.33. Get it slabbed, Marvelites!
|By Pow! No.37, Davy's temptation was shown as a demonic version of himself.
|Davy gets blown up for Bonfire Night. Pow! No.43
|I doubt you could show a bullet-riddled pig's carcass in a kids' comic today. Pow! No.56
|Davy later moved inside the comic, away from off-register colour. Pow! No.68
|The final Davy strip from Pow! No.86


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There's a curious affinity between people with a 'green' passion, and an appreciation of music, cycling, books and cooking. I hope my slightly unusual list of gift ideas this Christmas, will be helpful to those with loved ones who would appreciate an unusual green gift. Read More
Danish walnut beer
A visit to the densist is more enjoyable than expected after I leave with a bottle of walnut beer. Read More
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I believe that we should be managing our existing woodlands better before we plant more trees. But what do you think? Have your say by responding to the poll. Read More
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Deep in the walnut-fruit forests of Kyrgyzstan, miles from the nearest track passable by a 4×4, I was climbing a narrow path when the family group suddenly appeared around a corner. I quickly asked (with gestures only as I don't speak Kyrgyz) whether I could take a photo, and after Dad's nodding approval I managed to take just two frames as they carried on past. Read More
Tree rat and squirrel pie
The grey squirrel is perhaps one of the most commonly seen of British mammals being highly visible in parks, gardens and woodlands. This, in combination with its large eyes and bushy tail, often make it an attractive and popular animal in the public eye. Grey squirrels are, however, a serious pest and the bane of… Read More
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Several honeys are made from tree flowers including one species that is supposed to be wind-pollinated. Here's a review of some of the most popular, and some less well known, tree honeys. Read More
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Spring gives us lots of opportunities to get those kiddos crafting. Mother's Day and Teacher Appreciation (or end of the school year) gifts are always more special when they're hand-made. Hand-made gifts take a lot of thought and planning and, let's face it, they have a little bit of love built right in. Below are some suggestions for crafts that any mom, grandma, teacher, principal, aunt or whomever will sincerely appreciate.
Homemade Bookmarks, made from ribbon or hand-stamped, are the perfect thing for a teacher or bookworm in the family.
Whip up a few 5 Minute No-Sew Purses for the girlie-girl in your life!
Kellie showed us how to make some fabulous Drink Coasters that I would LOVE to have!
Two years ago, the boys and I made Neck Coolers for Mother's Day and they were a HUGE hit! This is one of my most popular posts and a handmade item I get requests for all the time.
Gifts are extra special when they are made from scratch!!!


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To liberate the captive, to free the enslaved, and to rescue, rebuild and restore the lives of Christians and other persecuted religious and ethnic minorities wherever and whenever they are in need.
During the ISIS reign of terror in the Middle East, the Nazarene symbol, or nūn (the letter that makes the "n" sound in Arabic), was painted on the homes of Christians to mark them for conversion, extortion and murder. While ISIS used the nūn to symbolize death, The Nazarene Fund took this symbol as our own. We rehabilitated it to mean life, hope, safety and freedom and not just to the Christians of this troubled region, but to all of the world's persecuted people.
Since 2015, The Nazarene Fund has been a beacon of hope to those suffering in the darkness of slavery, persecution and despair. We are are a highly motivated and resourceful team of dedicated professionals and supporters with a bias for action who have committed to help those who have lost all hope. We go where others cannot or will not. Wherever there is persecution, we will bring kindness, comfort and support. Wherever there is slavery, we will bring liberation. Wherever hope has died, we will bring it back to life.
During our first two years, The Nazarene Fund was given the mandate to assist persecuted Christians and religious minorities in the Middle East – specifically those affected by the ISIS war. Although ISIS has been defeated in Iraq, the terror that permeated the region is far from gone. ISIS still controls large swaths of territory in Syria (about 6000 sq. km.). Some of its foreign fighters have returned home or traveled to other countries to spread its violent jihad, while others remain in an attempt to hold on to the diminished caliphate. Local fighters and sympathizers, still loyal to the ISIS cause, blended back into the population and continue to work on the terrorist organization's behalf. The ISIS threat is still very real to the persecuted minorities of the region as well as to the thousands of captives and slaves under its control.
Adding another vile chapter to its dark history, ISIS and some of its former members are now involved in the international organ harvesting and trafficking markets. In the vacuum left by ISIS, new political players – some just as ruthless as its predecessor – have taken up the mantle of power. In addition, nation-states such as Iran are heavily involved in the area and are making the lives of Christians, Yazidis and other minorities there very difficult and dangerous.
The Nazarene Fund is committed to the continued support of the persecuted minorities of the Middle East by searching for and liberating captives, providing aid to those who remain in the area trying to maintain their lives and culture, and by evacuating and resettling those who cannot remain due to the threat of violence they face. We have also expanded our operations to Africa and Asia for the Christians there who are facing displacement, torture and death.
As our mission continues to evolve both internationally and at home, please continue to support all of The Nazarene Fund's efforts by donating.


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Ujaan: Festival for the Sunderbans is happening for three days, 11-13 March at Fraserganj and Bakkhali. I probably can't make it because of the dogs, but you should if you can. It's going to be a blast. All proceeds go to help the people and ecosystem of the Sunderbans. Lots of cool acts will be there.
Can't find the latest poster though. Will upload it if I can find it.


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Web Server Benchmarks/WebServer Compare
Benchmarking software, including Web servers, offers a tantalizing paradox: Measurements are both concrete and tangible, yet at the same time vague and ambiguous. Benchmarks hand us hard numbers, but what do these numbers mean? Often very little, in a broad sense, or sometimes something very specific in a narrow sense.The Yin and Yang of Benchmarks Benchmarking software, including Web servers, offers a tantalizing paradox: Measurements are both concrete and tangible, yet at the same time vague and ambiguous. Benchmarks hand us hard numbers, but what do these numbers mean? Often very little, in a broad sense, or sometimes something very specific in a narrow sense.
Web servers are not unlike zoo animals, quite reliant on their habitant. It's simply unrealistic to consider the performance of a specific Web server without regard to its operating environment -- both its software environment, or operating system, and its hardware environment, or the physical components that make up the machine. All of these factors can dramatically influence the final numbers -- how quickly and nimbly a Web server can respond and deliver to network requests.
What's more, benchmarks can vary widely in how they measure a server. A server's efficiency may also vary depending on the task (e.g., whether its delivering static content to many simultaneous visitors or generating dynamic content).
The upshot of all this is that Web server benchmarks must be considered in a very limited manner. A benchmark for a server running on a particular operating system, on a particular hardware configuration, focuses only on that specific setup. The further the setup deviates from the tested habitat, the less meaningful the benchmark becomes.
Measuring Common Sense
Where hard numbers cannot tell the whole story, it is best to use common sense to fill in the gaps. Products integrated in homogenous environments are often easier to bring up to speed. For example, one might recommend Microsoft IIS (Internet Information Server) as a good choice for an organization with an all-Microsoft infrastructure. In such an environment, it may well produce the best benchmarks. On the other hand, common sense tells us that a Microsoft Web server alone is not the only way to run a high performance Web site, considering the wide deployment of both Netscape and especially the free Apache Web server on extremely high volume sites. Yet, whereas Apache is an awkward fit in a Microsoft infrastructure, it wears like a comfy and warm autumn sweater in Unix environments, where it is most commonly found.
The most valid approach to using benchmarks is within a single habitat: your own. We have found the benchmarking tools listed below to be helpful when testing different Web servers in various environments. When tested on the same operating systems, hardware, and network connections, these benchmarks can reveal important differences between Web servers used in a given system.
Benchmarking Tools
Vendor and third-party sponsored benchmarks provide a starting point, but they do not replicate your system. Only your system is your system, but these tools can help you generate some first-hand benchmarks of your Web server's performance.
ZD Labs freely distributes WebBench 3.0, software you can run on your system to test its performance and use to compare to results obtained for other servers.
Mindcraft's WebStone is a downloadable, free benchmarking system.
SPECWeb99 is a commercial- grade benchmark system that sells for between $200-$800 depending on qualified pricing.
Web Server Benchmarks Around the Net
Independent Benchmarks
Presumably, these benchmarks have been performed without an intentional bias.
- PC Magazine surveys popular Web servers using its own ZDNet WebBench 3.0 benchmarking tool.
Vendor-Sponsored Tests
A number of vendors have published or funded their own performance test results. Although these are sometimes noteworthy, keep in mind that vendor-sponsored benchmarks have a remarkable tendency to flatter the vendor's own products.
- A number of vendors including IBM and Compaq have submitted results of their own benchmarks, using SPECWeb99, to the SPEC Web site.
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Though Benjamin Netanyahu was re-elected as prime minister of Israel, there was a tight margin between his Likud party and the next most popular, the Centrist party. Gwen Ifill talks to Margaret Warner from Tel Aviv about Israel's move away from more conservative parties toward the center.
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I'm joined now by Margaret, who is at Likud Party headquarters in Tel Aviv tonight.
Margaret, we know who the winner apparently is, and that's Benjamin Netanyahu. But there's something else that is happening right underneath right here. There's another story, another drama playing out.
The drama, Gwen, wasn't that Bibi Netanyahu won, though he won much more narrowly than people thought, but that the second-place finisher wasn't the old traditional Labor warhorse of Shelly Yachimovich, nor even the hot-ticket multimillionaire software developer and ultra-rightist, Naftali Bennett, but the centrist candidate, Yair Lapid, whom you just saw in my tape piece, who really spoke consistently to and about the middle class and their concerns.
Now, just five days ago, he was projected to win something like 11 seats in the Knesset. He's now projected to win 19.
So, does this mean, Margaret, that Bibi Netanyahu, even though he is the winner, now has to look to him to form a coalition?
He does, Gwen.
And, in fact, Prime Minister Netanyahu was just here. He said he's already reached out. It was clear he meant to Lapid. Even before tonight's result, advisers to both camps were saying he was likely to reach out to Lapid first, because Lapid is a centrist. He has one non-negotiable demand, which is that the religious, the Orthodox here be subjected to the draft. Apparently, Netanyahu has no problem with that.
But, otherwise, he's appealing to both left and right because he's focusing on economic issues. In fact, there was a Likud — a prominent Likud backer here tonight who said, well, he's well known from television. He's good-looking. He's handsome. He's articulate and he speaks good sense.
So there isn't likely to be a huge rejection of a Lapid-Netanyahu coalition by Netanyahu's traditional supporters, but that still only leaves him with 50 of the 60-plus that he would need. So it's really where Netanyahu goes to next. Does he go to the right? Does he go to the left? Does he go to fringe parties that will influence the tenor of his next government?
OK, Margaret, this is what you do really well. Would you explain to us why this internal drama that's happening in Israeli politics, the left — who is stronger tonight, the left, the right? What effect does that have on U.S. policy and especially on the peace process and the two-state solution we have all been watching so closely?
Well, it will come as no surprise, Gwen, to you to know that the Americans, the White House and so on, while keeping, of course, a good distance cared very much about who wins and who is in the coalition government.
And so I am sure, though I didn't speak to anyone tonight, but speaking to people before, that they are cheered by the fact that Lapid is the second strongest shower and he's the one who will be the main coalition partner with Netanyahu, not Naftali Bennett, who, as I reported, has taken a very tough stance towards the Palestinians, to saying we have made these offers over and over. They have been rejected. Let's stop trying to do it. Let's just annex part of the West Bank.
So that — the fact that Lapid is going to be his main partner, and Lapid has sort of steered a middle course — he still believes in the two-state solution — at the same time, he isn't advocating giving up, say, the bigger settlements on the West Bank — means that Netanyahu has more freedom to maneuver, if he wants it, on the peace process than he did in his current coalition with someone whose name I won't mention, but another right-wing person who is his coalition partner.
On Iran, there is not a huge difference. I think Bibi Netanyahu is driving that policy. It wasn't a point of contention in the campaign, with one exception. Lapid did say about two months ago he was critical of Netanyahu for trying to force President Obama to set a deadline on Iran. And he said the U.S. — Israel should be working with the U.S., not trying to put pressure on the U.S., to solve this Iranian nuclear weapons problem.
Margaret, thank you. I get the feeling there's a lot more yet to unfold tonight and in the coming days as you're there reporting. Thank you so much.
We will hear more from Margaret as she travels through Israel, the West Bank and Gaza over the next week-and-a-half. Until then, you can read dispatches from her and from our reporting team online.


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Convert SharePoint content types during migration
An Introduction to Converting SharePoint Content Types
As you know, Sharegate fully supports the conversion of SharePoint content types while migrating files, items and folders. In this article, I'll show you exactly how to do it.
Case: Step-by-step Conversion of SharePoint Content Types
This week, I'll show you how to convert folder and document content types while migrating to, or moving between, various SharePoint versions. Why would I convert my content types? Why not? For whatever reason, you've decided to change your content type names, and you've added a few fields.
For this exercise, I'll be using Sharegate to Copy SharePoint documents tool. Sharegate allows users to easily copy documents, while preserving metadata, version history, and author info.
Old SharePoint Source
Original content type name: Employment contract
New SharePoint Destination
New content type name: Employment
New field: RelatedTags (Managed Metadata Column)
Step 1 - Remap SharePoint Content Types with the Content Type Mapper
The content type mapper shows the source content types, and also allows us to assign the destination content types to each one (it automatically maps when the name is the same).
In our case, we would drag-and-drop the "Employment" content type, and assign it to the "Employment contract" content type. We then save our change.
The same goes with the "Folder" content types. We can simply drag-and-drop the "Contract Folder" content type, and assign it to "Folder" content type. This means that my original standard folders will be transformed to contract folders through the migration process.
Step 2 - Remap SharePoint fields with the property mapper.
The property mapper shows the destination fields, and we must assign the source fields to each one (it automatically maps when the name is the same).
Here, we would assign the "Employee" and "Date" fields to the "Related employee" and "Signed date" fields respectively. Then save it.
Step 3 - Copy your SharePoint documents and folders
That's it. We're now ready to copy our documents and folders. We simply need to configure a property template, and start a copy.
I've shown you how to convert content types while migrating between SharePoint versions. It's important to note that the same process could also be used to convert document content types within the same site or library for reorganizational purposes. The content type mapper is dead simple, and enables amazing migration scenarios.


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Sustainability and the Future of the University
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For all of your Irish souvenir, clothing, jewelry and gift needs — the Chicago Irish stores listed here have everything you'd want, straight from the Emerald Isle.
South Side Irish Imports, Inc
3446 West 111th St.
Chicago, IL
(773) 881-8585
South Side Irish Imports, works directly with international vendors to bring goods home to Chicago. Imports include apparel, art, home goods, gifts and jewelry. Stop in for St. Patrick's Day apparel or anytime of the year for a unique gift.
The Irish Shop
100 North Oak Park Avenue
Oak Park, IL
(708) 445-1149
The Irish Shop has been serving the Oak Park Irish community since 1991. With unique Celtic and Irish gifts, you'll find something for every occasion. Since the products are hand picked from Ireland and brought back to Chicago, you can trust you'll be getting truly unique items. Visit their extensive online shop, or stop in and see their Annual Soda Bread Contest!
Shamrock Imports Store
3150 North Laramie Avenue
Chicago, IL
(773) 286-6866
For all of your Irish imports and dancing needs, Shamrock Imports is your one stop stop. From dancing shoes to apparel, this store has it all – gifts, novelty items, souvenirs and more.
Gaelic Imports
6346 W. Gunnison
Chicago, IL 60630
(773) 792-1925
Gaelic Imports is home to a wide selection of Irish groceries, Galway Crystal, Belleek, official Guinness merchandise, Irish books, CD's, movies, clothing, jewelry, gifts, wedding items and more. Visit their website to create your own Irish inspired phonebook! Photobooks are printed and posted directly from Ireland.
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600 East Grand Avenue
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Every time Justin does an update to my laptop, he decides to change my "future city" wallpapers to Subaru WRXs. And every time, I decide to find a new future city wallpaper. This time, I decided to break the mold and see about creating my own wallpaper. Progress:
At some point, I'll be able to export it as a PNG at a higher resolution. But for the sake of sampling, this is where I currently am.
I got so excited about drawing this that for nights at a time, I was drawing until my hand hurt. Once the people were finished, took it a little easier, though that sky did take some time. Clouds, I've learned, are pretty difficult to draw right. I did get some I'm more or less happy with.
You may remember the cover art I was working on:
But Justin has decided he likes the wallpaper better as cover art, so the above will probably be replaced, although I had already been working to replace the cave with a dungeon:
But I do like the sentimentality of the new art.
What kind of cover art do you like?


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Ypres and Battlefield Tour
Sunday 17th June to Tuesday 19th June 2018
To recognise the centenary of the cessation of hostilities in the First World war it is proposed to hold a Company visit to the Ypres and the surrounding battlefields. The tour will be organised by Anglia Tours and consist of three days and two nights in the 4* Ariane Hotel in Ypres. The draft itinerary is below. Highlights include the Last Post at Menin Gate with a wreath laying party supplied by the Turners, visits to Poperinghe Talbot House, The Welsh Memorial, Tyne Cot and many other sites and memorials for WW1. The cost will be in the region of £479-£579 per person to include, transport accommodation and all meals. The more that make the trip the lower the cost, so encourage your family friends and colleagues to come along.
As I am sure you can imagine visits to the Battlefields are in high demand during 2018. Given that I have received expressions of interest from a total of 27 people I have made a commitment to the tour operator that we will go ahead with the tour. Places will continue to be allocated on a first come first served basis therefore if you would like to go on this very special trip during this very special year please let me know, by email or phone, at your earliest opportunity and by Friday 19th January at the latest. A deposit of £60 per person will also be required to secure your place(s) which can be done by sending me a cheque for £60 pp made payable to the Worshipful Company of Turners of by paying £60 pp through BACS using sort code 20-32-37 and account number 70988766 and quoting your surname followed by WW1 if space allows in the reference.
I know you will feel disappointed come next year if you haven't given yourself the opportunity to commemorate the centenary of the end of World War 1 by paying your respects to those that gave so much one hundred years ago.
Ypres Anglia Tours Booking Terms and Conditions – Nov 17
Ypres Essential Information for Tours by Coach
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Course related queries
What is UCLA Extension? Is it the same as the University of California?
UCLA Extension is the continuing education division of University of California, Los Angeles. You can read more about it here.
What is the teaching method for this course? Are there any books required?
The course is completely online and doesn't require any books. It is a combination of recorded videos and reading material for the 'Green Belt Certification' modules which could be downloaded in the PDF format. For the 'UCLA Extension' modules, there are only videos which form the course.
How many modules are there in the entire course?
The entire course is divided into two sections. The first section is the 'Green Belt Certification' from Univariety which consists of 6 modules with sub sections and the second section is the 'UCLA Extension' which consists of 9 modules.
Will the course cover details about the admission processes in countries which are considered as the major destinations for higher education?
GCC covers the admission processes of all major countries like USA, UK, Singapore, Australia and Hong Kong. It will also cover the pathways of some popular courses, admission to top universities in the above mentioned countries and scholarship options.
What is the course content?
You can visit this link to go through the course content.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The course is 40 hours self paced course and can be accessed at your convenience. The first section of the 'Green Belt Certification' has to be completed within a period of 6 months. The second section of the 'UCLA Extension' will be given to the candidates after completion of the first section and has to be completed within a time period of 3 months. Typically, it takes 2-3 months of time to complete the entire course if you devote 2- 3 hours per week.
Are there any practical sessions? Is it mandatory to attend?
You will get an opportunity to shadow a 'Univariety Expert Counselor' in a counseling session which is conducted either through a digital medium (conducted on the Univariety chat portal and Univariety app) or in-person (available only at cities where Univariety has partnered schools) for a period of 12 hours. However, this is optional but it will help you to enhance your knowledge. If you are keen on this option, then please note that you will be eligible for these sessions only after completion of the 5th module.
Course related queries
What certification will I get after successful completion of this course?
You will be awarded with a 'Green Belt certification' in 'Global Career Counseling' by Univariety and a 'Record of Participation' in 'Global Career Counseling' by University of California Los Angeles Extension.
What is the validity of the UCLA Extension certification?
This certification has lifelong validity.
Do I need to pay anything extra for the certificates?
Not at all! Once you have completed the course, we will send the hard copies of the certificates to the address provided by you.
Can I take up only the UCLA Extension module to get a certificate?
You will have to complete all modules of both Univariety and UCLA Extension in order to get a certificate because each set covers different aspects of counseling which are extremely important to learn and cannot be left out. So you cannot complete any one module only to get the certification.
Assessments related queries
What is the process of moving from one module to another?
Like in most of the courses, there are assessments in this one too. You will need to complete a quiz after each module. These assessments are in the form of multiple choice questions. You will need to score a minimum score of 65% for the 'Green Belt Certification' and a 100% for the 'UCLA Extension'. You will have unlimited attempts to clear the 'UCLA Extension' assessments.
How many attempts are allowed for the 'Green Belt Certification' quiz?
A maximum of three attempts are allowed for each quiz that you take in this section. After this, if you are still unable to clear the quiz, you will need to make a payment of RS 250/- for each attempt thereafter.
Post course completion queries
Will I be able to counsel students on my own after completion of this course?
Yes, you will definitely be able to counsel students because the course/modules will cover aspects like how to effectively counsel students, techniques of counseling, expectations that parents and students have, how to resolve their conflicts, etc. Apart from this, you are also advised to regularly read up on certain topics to enhance your knowledge and keep yourself updated of any changes made in each admission cycle.
How would this certificate add value to my CV?
There is more than one way in which the certificate will add value to your CV. Take a look at all the benefits here.
Will you help me get a job after completion of the course?
The course will arm you with all the necessary information along with an internationally recognized certification that will increase your chances of getting a job by 60%. Moreover, our tie ups with various Indian job portals will help you find employment easily.
How will you help me open a counseling setup to guide students?
Univariety provides full support to candidates who wish to set up their own counseling setup after completion of the course. The 'Support for Entrepreneurship Program' is aimed towards empowering counselors to become an entrepreneur. Please click the link to know more about the 'Support for Entrepreneurship Program'.
Course fee related queries
What is the payment process for the GCC course?
Payment can be done online. You can visit the below link and click on Enroll Now.
Can I pay the course fee in installment?
We do have an educational loan facility available through which you can pay the course fee in EMI. You can click on the link to know more.
What is the next step after I make the payment?
You will get an email with the login credentials as soon as you make the payment. Post this, you will get a call from the support team within the next 12 business hours who will activate the course for you and guide you how to access the course.
Can I get a refund post enrollment?
No, it will not be possible to process refund post enrollment.
Other queries
Will I get access to an expert counselor at Univariety to answer my queries?
You can rely on Univariety expert counselors to help you during your journey. You can write to email@example.com where your queries will be answered in 48 working hours by an expert counselor from the Univariety team.
Apart from this, you will also have the privilege to get your queries cleared after completion of the course for up to one whole year
What happens if I am unable to login or if I have any technical issues?
Univariety has a fully fledged Customer Support team who could be contacted on 040- 67863355 between 10 AM to 7 PM from Monday to Friday.


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Gypsy Willow Markets
September 5 @ 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
Local market set on the banks of the Narrabri Creek, held in Selina Street Narrabri also known as the Gypsy Willow River Markets. This market is on once a month on the first Saturday unless the first falls on a Sunday (then it's the day before).
Contact: Trish Hadley 0427 834 286


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An everyday kind of mercy
ROME (AsiaNews): There are no spectacular revelations, big projects or out of the box ideas in the apostolic letter introduced by Pope Francis at the ceremony to close the Holy Door and end the Jubilee of Mercy at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome on November 20.
Yet in a commonplace low key manner, Misericordia et Misera (Mercy and Misery) shows us exactly how what can be considered extraordinary can flow into our ordinary lives, and mercy—a scarce commodity in our world—can become an integral and visible component of the everyday witness of Christians in creating a world with a culture of mercy as its hallmark.
The idea that compassion, tenderness, attention to the poor and the sick should be the energiser of everyday lives can at first appear self-evident.
But the more our world has become globalised and the more new communication technologies intended to bring people closer together become available, the more people are isolated.
The apostolic letter points out that the more the poor and the rich, the healthy and the sick, refugee and resident lose the ability to wonder, the bigger the ocean of indifference becomes, breeding forms of sadness and loneliness into which people fall, even young people.
The pope says that the Church needed to rediscover the mercy that clothes the nakedness of sin and human misery. He describes this as a sign that Christianity was forgetting its roots and the purpose of its very existence.
Pope Francis incorporates the work of Pope John Paul II and Pope Benedict XVI in saying that God's mercy pulls us back toward the centre of the faith. The source of its very breath.
It is far from surprising that Pope Francis should point to the traditional elements of common faith as precious jewels; the Mass, the sacraments, the word of God and the homily as being sources of strength and inspiration.
Pope Francis describes the homily as the testimony of the priest, calling it a way of telling people and assuring them that God loves us all.
He also used the occasion to extend the faculty to absolve the sin of abortion to all priests, which was granted as a special concession for the Jubilee of Mercy, although it has existed in many countries for decades.
In a move that was widely predicted, he also recognised the validity of the sacraments for priests belonging to the Society of Pius X, a group that has been at loggerheads with the Vatican and the whole Church for years.
He is introducing special celebrations, one of God's word, in addition to a World Day of the Poor as a challenge to the whole Church to undergo a change of heart and rethink value systems, reshuffle priorities and craft a new way of looking at others.
Although the pope mentions the age old forms of poverty; hunger, thirst, disease, illiteracy and shelter, as well as newly recognised ones like not knowing God, which he calls "the greatest poverty and the greatest obstacle to the acknowledgment of the inviolable dignity of human life," there are no appeals to states, governments or international organisations.
In their place, he proposes everything should be the free gift of every man or woman, especially Christians, whose vocation it is to catalyse societies to embrace those who need assistance.
Although some commentators had predicted that he would extend mercy to the illicit bishops of China, they are not mentioned.
Nor does Pope Francis make any attempt to suggest any rational solution to the issues that were debated during the Jubilee, like how to reconcile mercy with justice or the indissolubility of matrimony and communion for the divorced.
But he does offer a response concerning the moral law saying that what is central is not the law or legal justice, but the love of God, which is capable of looking into the heart of each person and seeing the deepest desire hidden there.
"God's love must take primacy over all else," he says.
Pope Francis also leaves adequate space to seek a Catholic way to pull together mercy and justice, creating a central space by giving attention to the concrete God and the concrete person. "You do not meet sin and judgement in the abstract, but a sinner and the saviour," he writes.
Perhaps this central space will open the doors to a dialogue between those who have become the opposing sides in the Church, that of the so-called traditionalists, who are caricatured as defending a cold justice, and so-called liberals, who advocate a mercy without scrutiny.
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On Tuesday November 20th, host Cynthia Lin spoke with Rosa Clemente, a grassroots organizer, hip-hop activist, journalist, and entrepreneur. Clemente recently said, "The Green Party is no longer the alternative; the Green Party is the imperative." Clemente was the 2008 Green Party Vice Presidential Candidate and supported Jill Stein in the 2012 election.
According to Jill Stein's website,
"There is something taking place with the relationship between Hip Hop and the Green Party. Maybe it's because the Green Party, much like Hip Hop, can be blamed for a mess much larger than itself with no regard for the truth. Maybe it's because both of them have spent their whole existence fighting corporate media and corporate influence and getting shut out of the conversation. Maybe it's because they are both stuck in a world where the "mainstream" dictates definition, and your perspective, your contribution, your base isn't acknowledged if it isn't validated by the very thing it seeks to challenge. Maybe it's because they both imagine a world where education is accessible to all, there are no more evictions and no more foreclosures, where food production, resolving community challenges and culture is localized, and more money is spent on education and housing than on war and imprisonment. Or, as 2004 Green Party Presidential candidate David Cobb put it, "maybe it's because Hip Hop and the Green Party are both revolutionary calls for such systemic social political and economic change that you just can't get it until you get it." Whatever the case may be, it is a relationship that keeps expanding. That expansion was given to us not just by the natural development of our economic and political situation, but also by leaders like Jared Ball and Rosa Clemente."
Cynthia interviewed Clemente about hip hop, her work with the Green Party, and the post-election future of the nation.
Read more about Hip Hop and the Green Party:
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Beauty products manufacturers, if you're wondering what your consumers want in 2017, look no further than this new infographic produced by The Benchmarking Company, a bi-coastal beauty and personal care consumer research firm.
The Benchmarking Company conducted a survey earlier this month that revealed some interesting insights:
- 58% of women resolved to take better care of their skin in 2017
- The types of skin detoxers consumers want to use, ranked by popularity
- 56% of women want to buy better quality skincare
- And more
See the full infographic below.
Learn more about future challenges for beauty products manufacturers
You can hear more from Denise Herich, co-founder and Managing Partner of The Benchmarking Company, in our Beauty Products Advisory Council recorded webinar, where she discussed issues including:
- What do you see as the biggest concerns for the beauty products industry right now?
- How do you think the issues with safety and consumer protection may impact revenue for beauty products manufacturers?
- How do you see current and pending legislation impacting the personal care products industry?
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Stray and lost dogs
If you find a stray dog
If you would like to keep the dog
You must still Contact lost and found.
You must keep it for at least one month before it legally becomes your property. If the owner is found then they have a legal right to the dog back.
You will receive a notice confirming it is your property.
If a dog is roaming
If you know the owner and you are willing to give a statement, Contact the Greenspace Action Team.
If you have lost your dog
Contact lost and found, explain the circumstances of where and when you last saw your dog, and give as detailed a description of it as possible.
These details are checked with the found and seized dog register. If your dog has been picked up, you will be told which boarding kennel it has been taken to, and the likely costs of reclaiming your dog.
Details of your dog will be kept on record in case it is picked up after your call.
Contact lost and found
- Phone 01484 502216 between 6am and 10pm
- Email firstname.lastname@example.com
Contact the Greenspace Action Team
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- Phone 01484 414739
- Address GreenSpace Action Team, Flint Street, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD1 6LG


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PJ Harvey returned to Australia for the first time in four years last night as part of Sydney Festival. It is always a stressful experience getting tickets to any Sydney Festival event, but even moreso because it was PJ Harvey. It was already clear at the entrance to the venue, that her return was highly anticipated and this was going to be special. Dressed in black from head to toe, she mesmerised the audience with her ethereal presence, with an autoharp, featuring heavily in her latest, Let England Shake clutched tightly to her chest. In their live set-up, the band, which included long time collaborator John Parish, were impeccable as the crisp sounds they produced resonated throughout the State Theatre as they went through the album in its entirety, with highlights including the single, The Words That Maketh Murder as well as a b-side, The Big Guns Called Me Back. It was clear after a couple of songs, that the absence of banter (somewhat characteristic of PJ Harvey shows), as well as little acknowledgement of the audience only added to her ability to move the audience. Even the light set-up, the stage darkened in between each song and minimal light illuminating the stage, supported an album centred around death and war. It is also unmistakable why she has had such an illustrious career so far. Her longevity as a musician is clearly validated by her exquisite song-writing skills, and ability to convey it through the sound medium, even more captivating live. 2008's White Chalk featured prominently in the set, with Harvey's voice (sounding much stronger live than on record) soaring across the upper register in songs like The Devil, adding to the emotion rippling through the audience. Occasionally, she switched to guitar to perform several songs from her back catalogue, with Pocket Knife and Down By The Water met with rapturous applause from the audience. Finishing off the main set with the more upbeat The Colour of the Earth, Sydney responded with nothing less than a standing ovation. Returning after a short break, the encore included an early favourite, Angelene and closed with a sublimely haunting rendition of Silence, leaving the audience fulfilled, and happy to have experienced what is definitely one of the highlights of 2012.
Let England Shake
The Words That Maketh Murder
All and Everyone
The Big Guns Called Me Back
Written on the Forehead
In The Dark Places
The Devil
Dear Darkness
The Glorious Land
The Last Living Rose
Pocket Knife
Bitter Branches
On Battleship Hill
Down By The Water
C'mon Billy
Hanging In The Wire
The Colour Of The Earth
The Piano


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