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I was inspired by a recipe on the back of the bag of red quinoa to make this yummilicious salad. I of course, had none of the ingredients except for the quinoa, but hey, why let that stop me?
First off, quinoa (pronounced "keen-wah") is my new favorite food! It's a South American grain that's packed with nutrients and protein, and bonus! it tastes yummy. It maintains some of it's crunch when cooked and thus adds delightful texture. You can use it like rice or cous-cous, or do fun things with it like this. I cooked up double the quinoa that I needed for dinner the other night, and had cold, cooked quinoa on hand to make this, not that it takes that long to cook, but it's a handy way of stringing meals together.
- 2-3 cups of cooked quinoa, cooked in water according to package instructions.
- 1 15oz can of diced tomatoes mostly drained (add a little of the juice). Even better with tomatoes that have Italian seasonings, basil, oregeno, garlic added in.
- 1/2 Vidalia Onion
- 1 whole spring onion, greens and all
- 4-5 small to medium carrots
- 1-2 kohlrabies (is it just me, or do you think kohlrabi should be singular and plural? but alas, it's not…)
- 1 small jalepeno, finely minced
- handful of dried cranberries and raisins
- 1 Tbs Dijon mustard
- 3-4 Tbs Balsamic Vinegar
- 2-3 Tbs Cranberry juice
- Olive oil to taste
- freshly ground black pepper and salt to taste
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Chop. Chop. Chop. Chop. Chop.
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Mix. Mix. Mix. Mix.
Especially good if made the day before and refrigerated overnight to let the flavors blend. Though if you do this, leave the raisins and cranberries out until you're ready to serve as they absorb the dressing and get partially rehydrated… nothing wrong with it, but they look funny ;-).


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'Westworld' Spoiler Review: 10 Questions From "The Original"
Posted on Monday, October 3rd, 2016 by Jacob Hall
HBO's Westworld officially premiered last night and it was one hell of a first episode. Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy's series take the premise of Michael Crichton's 1973 film and sprint with it, carrying this tale of robot cowboys, debauched tourists, and theme park ops into bold new territory. It's a smart science fiction powered by western imagery and lightly coated with horror. It's weird. It's dense. It's one of the more promising pilots I've seen in some time.
If you haven't seen the series premiere, titled "The Original," our own Jack Giroux has got you covered with his spoiler-free thoughts. But it's Monday, so it's time for a deeper conversation. Each week, we're going to ask ten spoiler-filled questions about the latest episode of Westworld. Some of these questions will be rhetorical and some literal. Others will have definitive answers and some will not. Let's dive right in.
How Does This Park Actually Operate?
My favorite moments in Jurassic Park and Jurassic World don't involve dinosaurs running amok and devouring the ambitious/foolish humans. I've always been far more interested in how such a theme park built around cutting edge science fiction technology would actually function on a day-to-day basis. I like watching park operations at work and I enjoy the casual conversations about corralling and maintaining the impossible. Maybe that would make me part of the problem if these places were real – I would be first in line to visit both Jurassic Park and Westworld.
While the first episode of Westworld does lay the groundwork for when things go completely and horribly wrong for everyone involved, I was on the edge of my seat just watching how this place works. "The Original" slowly releases more information about the park with every scene, offering looks at everything from the design and programming department to how park security functions. Other details lit a fire under my imagination, like guests discussing their multiple visits and deciding whether they wanted to enjoy a wholesome family adventure or go "black hat."
Of course, there remain large holes in how Westworld functions. We know that the robots operating within the park act out the same narrative loop over and over again, but it is never specified how long each loop really is. After all, we see Evan Rachel Wood's Dolores Abernathy wake up and follow her routine several times but we also see the park's head writer, Lee Sizemore (Simon Quarterman) adjust a storyline by moving events up a whole week, suggesting that each loop may be longer than initially suggested. The fact that I'm already so interested in how Westworld operates is a good sign – I want to explore every nook and cranny of this place.
Who Are These Robots, Anyway?
Unlike the 1973 original, the new Westworld chooses to introduce us to this world from the perspective of the robots populating the park and the results are horrifying. These aren't the murderous audio-animatronics Michael Crichton originally envisioned. They're artificial creations who are baby steps from self-awareness, programmed to overlook inconsistencies in their world and suffer all kinds of abuse from paying guests. While the movie was a tale of technology running amok, the show is already setting itself up to be a very different animal: a story of slaves revolting against their masters.
So far, the cast of characters on this front of the storyline is promising. Evan Rachel Wood is the closest thing the show's entire ensemble has to a proper lead, as the episode uses her to introduce us to the basic concepts behind Westworld. Her performance is strong stuff, asking her to play the naive western gal and the machine who can be manipulated and reprogrammed behind the scenes. James Marsden also turns in strong work as Teddy Flood, her scripted love interest.
While those two stand in the spotlight, they're surrounded by an impressive ensemble, including Rodrigo Santoro as a flashy and murderous gunslinger and Thandie Newton as the madam of the local brothel. As in Game of Thrones and Deadwood, each scene is so full of minor characters that it is hard to pinpoint who could ultimately step forward and who is there simply to provide some background color. I do hope that we get to see more of Michael Wincott's Old Bill, the defective and outdated robot currently "living" out the rest of his existence in cold storage. In an hour full of people eerily bringing life to artificial beings, his stop-start physicality (aided by killer sound editing) is nothing short of fascinating.
…And Who Are Their Human Overlords?
"The Original" also offers equal screen time to the folks running the park and the truth is that most of them are still enigmatic at best. Westworld is a show so full of weird details that it falls on these people to provide all of the necessary exposition and get us situated. In the first hour, the people ensuring that the park gets by day-to-day aren't quite characters as much as they are grounders – they tell us what we need to know so later drama can commence.
At the forefront of them all is Jeffrey Wright as Bernard Lowe, the head of the park's programming department and the man responsible for building, maintaining, and updating the robots. Wright is one of our most watchable actors and his gruff delivery and innate intelligence make him a perfect vehicle for delivering page after page of technobabble. His scenes with Anthony Hopkins, playing the park's founder and creative director Robert Ford, are a delight. As performers, these two radiate professionalism by default, so asking them to play scientists in the distant future is genius casting. You can't help but believe every word that comes out of their mouths.
Other human performances aren't quite as successful on first glimpse, but that could easily change in the episodes ahead. Quarterman's Lee Sizemore is very funny, albeit a little one-note. Luke Hemsworth plays Ashley Stubbs, the head of security, exactly like you'd imagine a guy with that surname to play the head of security in a science fiction movie. Sidse Babett Knudsen (who is nothing short of brilliant in The Duke of Burgundy) doesn't have much to do as operations leader Theresa Cullen beyond scowl and issue orders, but she has a fine habit of commanding the screen nonetheless.

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A Houston company just made all of its employees' Christmas dreams come true after everyone, no matter his or her position or salary, received a $100,000 Christmas bonus.
That's right: All 1,380 employees at Hilcorp, "one the largest privately held oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States," according to KTVU, received the large sum as a thank-you for a job well done.
"It's just a true gift, and I don't think that myself, along with everyone, is not going to give less than 100 percent every day," receptionist Amanda Thompson told the news station.
It comes as no surprise that Hilcorp has been named one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For—for the third year in a row.
Thompson told the news station that in 2010, all company employees were given the option of a $50,000 car or $35,000 in cash for meeting a five-year goal.
"It was surreal, it was a dream come true," said Thompson, who added that she plans to keep the money in her bank account for a rainy day.
Read more at KTVU.


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August 8th, 2013
Dear Class A Owners;
I was out at Gurney's a few weeks ago, in fact the week that the Beach Club opened up. While some people are complaining I did not think it was anything offensive. I thought it was nice and I am dying to try it out. It is a small area set up to the right of the lifeguard stand and is approximately in front of the last cottage. It is open to anyone who wants to rent the beds etc. so it does not exclude timeshare owners if they want this luxurious option. If it had been in front of the Foredeck or Forward Watch people would have complained because I imagine if you stay in one of those buildings you would want to be near your unit. Judge for yourself when you go out there and don't let people rile you up for nothing. Just as an aside, for many of us who do not come in high season, we never get chairs, umbrellas, the beach bar nor a lifeguard and we do pay the same maintenance as all of you.
Also, on the Thursday morning at 9 AM there was a complimentary continental breakfast for the timeshare owners. It was well attended and Linda Benjamin, George Filopolous, and I were there along with the usual cast of characters. I think George is trying to attend as many as he can in order to meet the owners and answer their questions. I think, at least for now, this will replace the Tuesday tea at 3 PM which disrupted the whole day.
During this meeting there were a lot of questions and George spent a lot of time answering them. At the meeting no one complained about the Beach Club but they had questions about the cost etc. Everyone seemed quite happy and Linda has said the same for other meetings that she attended. I think 290 Old Montauk has spent a lot of money so far and George intends to do much more. I would highly recommend that you attend this breakfast during your week.
As to closings for people who selected options 1 and 2 I really know nothing. I can guess that the the delay is caused by the attorneys but I presume you should hear something soon. Unfortunately, there is a lot of paperwork and the employees are very busy in high season. That is all I know.
I have also received emails from owners this summer saying what a pleasant experience they have had. May we all enjoy our time and be thankful that we no longer have to worry about our maintenance rising and special assessments for any improvements, damage or shortfalls.
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Most people last year just nibbled on snacks all night and they ended up getting upset stomachs throughout the jam. Our artist had to leave because of this last year. Pack a real meal to make sure you get to focus on the game and not your well being.
Tribeca Flashpoint Academy
Remember to pack more than just snacks!
Re-posting of e-mail that was sent out
This e-mail is directed at the Game students, but it may be freely passed around to all other interested students who currently (or previously) attend TFA. TFA Alumni who wish to participate must first contact me (unless you have already informed me that you're attending).
(This e-mail may be TL; but please don't DR it if you want to attend the Jam.)
What is Global Game Jam?
It's the world's largest game jam event. And by "largest" it's meant that many different groups around the world participate. The shared connection is that all the participants abide by one specific theme which changes year-to-year. Last year the theme was "Ouroboros." This year's theme will be announced at the start of the event.
When is Global Game Jam? How long is it?
The Jam starts on Friday, January 25th (5pm) and concludes Sunday, January 27th (3pm).
Aim to be on the 4th-floor lounge area a little before 5pm. We will play the opening video to announce the Jam's theme at about 5pm on Friday. The video will probably be about 20 minutes long. We will also cover the ground rules for the Jam at this time. The deadline for uploading your content to the Game Jam site is 3pm on Sunday.
We're making an entire game in 48 hours? Can't be done.
It can be done and it's done every year -- not just for this Jam but other Jams along the way. With the right scope (think small, think simple, think vertical slice) and team composition, amazing things can be accomplished. Insert here your favorite inspirational goodness about how you never know what you can accomplish until you try, etc. ;)
OK, I'm in. I have a team OR I don't have a team -- and I want to participate!
If you have a group this is easier, so we encourage you to try to find some crazy people in advance of the Jam. However, many people have attended solo or in very small groups, connected with other teams, and maybe even made some new friends along the way. If you are coming as a group, please try to pick up any singles you see. We want this to be inclusive. Besides, this isn't a head-to-head competition -- though it is a competition against time.
Maybe I don't think I have the skills for this just yet.
Don't worry! One, this is a team effort. Two, there are many ways to contribute. Contribute by helping to organize the schedule for your team. Contribute with voice acting or making sound effects. Contribute with testing. Or simply be there to bounce ideas to make the game better.
Do I need to sign up?
Yes. And here is the sign-up URL:
Create an account at this site and join the TFA Jam, and you're in.
Important note: we are delivering the list of participants to the Burnham Building's security team. If you're not on the list, or if your real, full name is not on the list, you will not have access to the Jam.
Can we come and go as we please during the Jam?
Yes and no. But mostly no. Making the 4th-floor available for the Jam through the weekend is expensive. You're probably guessing at a cost right now, but it's more than that. (Thanks for the gamer love, TFA!) Related to that cost, accessibility to the building will be limited during off-hours -- those hours that occur when the building would normally be closed.
How limited? The doors will remain locked during off-hours, but every few hours we will be able to unlock the doors for about 20 minutes (enough time for a smoke break or to let the brutal winter winds wake you up). If you're on the outside when the doors are locked, you'll have to wait until the next period of regular hours (not the next break period) to regain access.
If your family is worried about chaperones, tell them it's OK. There will be two members of the faculty at the Jam at all times. In fact, Alan Reck will be here for the duration of the event -- showing you all how it's really done. ;)
I guess this means I'll need supplies.
The school will provide some snacks (granola bars, fruit, chips, etc.) and one meal (pizza most likely) -- and that meal likely may not be until Saturday evening at 7pm or 8pm.
You will want to make sure to bring enough food (and probably caffeine) to keep you charged up through the weekend. You'll probably also want to bring a sleeping bag or some blankets/pillows. You might be limited on time, but you still need sleep. And you'll definitely want to bring some toiletries. Deodorant is an absolute must. It can get pretty smelly when dozens of students aren't living in a tightly confined space. You probably don't want to consider how bad it might start smelling when people are making a game for an entire weekend without at least applying some deodorant every few hours. If you're still uncertain as to what else you might need to bring, let me know and I'll connect you to some of the 2nd-year students who participated in last year's Jam. If I get a good list, I'll send that out as an update, too.
Anything else?
Unless there's something critical, this will be the only e-mail I send out regarding the Jam. All future updates related to the Jam will be posted at our Game Jam site. Once again: http://globalgamejam.org/sites/2013/tribeca-flashpoint-academy


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10/31/2011 // Los Angeles, CA, USA // Keller Grover LLP // California employment lawyer Eric Grover
Cincinnati, MI (LA Employment Attorney News) — Sometimes you have to choose between your religious beliefs and your job; and that's exactly what a graduate student did at Eastern Michigan University (EMU). As Fox News reported, Julea Ward says she was wrongfully terminated and her First Amendment rights were violated after she refused to counsel gay and bisexual clients on their relationships, because of her strong religious beliefs. That decision, which ultimately led her to be dismissed from her counseling position at the university, is now before the U.S. Court of Appeals, reports Eric Grover, a California employment lawyer at Keller Grover LLP.
While Ward maintains that she was discriminated against and ultimately fired because of these beliefs, EMU asserts that her actions violated the university's policy and the American Counseling Association's code of ethics—prohibiting counselors from discrimination in clinical practice. In July 2010, a federal judge sided with EMU, which led Ward to file an appeal in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati.
In January 2009, after enrolling in a counseling program at EMU, Ward was assigned a potential client who was seeking counseling for a homosexual relationship. Since Ward's religious beliefs did not align with the client's and she therefore couldn't counsel the client without violating her beliefs, she sought the help of a supervisor.
That client was subsequently reassigned and Ward was required to attend a remediation program so that she could maintain her position in the counseling program, Ward's lawyers claim. She was ultimately terminated from the counseling program as a result, and EMU denied her appeal to be reinstated.
"This case has never been about religion or religious discrimination," read a statement issued by Walter Kraft, vice president for communications at EMU, as Fox News reported. "It is not about homosexuality or sexual orientation. This case is about what is in the best interest of a client who is in need of counseling, and following the curricular requirements of our highly-respected and nationally-accredited counseling program … This case is important to Eastern Michigan, it also is important to universities across the country, as well as to the several universities in Michigan that have filed briefs in support of our position in this case."
The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Michigan also sided with EMU, stating "Students seeking counseling must be able to trust that they will receive the help they need, free from discrimination," ACLU Deputy Legal Director Louise Melling said in a statement to Fox News.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati will ultimately have the final say with regard to whether to uphold the federal court's decision or to overturn the verdict. A ruling is expected soon.
"Although we are often advocates for employees who have been treated unfairly by their employers, in this case we happen to agree with the position taken by EMU and advocated by the ACLU. An employee is obligated to fulfill their terms of employment just as an employer must do so. As the ACLU stated, students must be able to trust that they will get the help the need without facing discrimination in doing so," explains Grover, a California employment lawyer.
The experienced Los Angeles employment attorneys at Keller Grover LLP are skilled in handling all aspects of employment law cases. If you or someone you know has been a victim of workplace discrimination and harassment based on race, sex, age, or disability, or you had your wage and hour rights violated, contacting a reputable LA employment attorney can help get the justice and compensation you deserve.
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The World's Most Lucrative Business
Dr. McLane
Intro to Logic
November 4, 2012
The World's Most Lucrative Business
The adult and sex industries are lucrative businesses. (Drea) They have been thriving and evolving since the 18th Century BC. (Head) Sex is sold everywhere from M&M commercials to shampoo advertisements, cartoons, reality TV and even literature. Through every channel of media, and converted into sensual experiences, the idea of sex is marketed. Prostitution is no different. In a world where burlesque shows, strip clubs, and pornography are sanctioned by the law, prostitution is for some reason treated as if explicit sex in the media is not tantamount to paid sex acts. For a majority of sex workers, prostitution is solely for monetary benefits to sustain their day-to-day life. This is because those women are underprivileged, lack an adequate education or were sexually and mentally abused throughout their childhood. Sometimes, there are even factors that go unnoticed. In some cases, it is a combination of factors. For some women, prostitution is a lifestyle that bolsters a luxurious standard of living and serves as compensation for the things that were missing from their lives previously. (Tea) Prostitutes are not always victims. In either option, consent is key factor in the decision to be a sex worker. Prostitution and sex work are just as much of a legitimate business as any Fortune 500 company. While there is no current, exact price quote for the sex industry, a whopping $108 billion dollars has been the estimated amount of money exchanged for that market. Sex is always for sale and in high demand. Sex will also never sell out as everyone knows. In Columbia Picture's 2005 film "Fun with Dick and Jane", Jim Carrey and his wife ran out of ways to acquire money to sustain themselves. He told her "Well there's always prostitution."(Carrey) Prostitution is always readily available. Prostitution is about supply and demand. A man or woman's body is his or her product that a willing consumer will purchase. What makes prostitution so versatile and profitable is that there is an array of consumers. Not all men that buy into prostitution are greasy low lives that have noting going for them. In fact, more than a third of America's wealthiest men have paid for sex. (Monet) That bracket includes stock brokers, lawyers, judges, and our beloved politicians. Let me remind you of Eliot Spitzer; the former governor of New York. In March 2008, he actually voluntarily resigned, because he was involved in an investigation that connected him to an escort service scandal. According to Dirty Money: The Business of High End Prostitution, something as common as dinner and drinks with an escort can cost a client up to $5,000.00, a sleepover costs $10,000.00, and a week costs $40,000.00 or more. All of these things include sex of course. The reason these prices are terrifyingly high is, because though still a prostitute, an escort offers temporary companionship. These customers are willing to spend money on the listed services (and so many more that were not mentioned) to essentially invest in the business. Traditional perceptions of prostitutes are of filthy women who stand on corners and walk the streets at ungodly hours of the night. They are dressed in cheap outfits, with stripper heels, and clown make-up. These women typically have a drug addiction or a history of drug abuse as the track markings on her forearm so beautifully display. Well, that does not have to be the case. Times are always changing and ideas are evolving. Sex today can be and usually is sold indoors as opposed to outdoors. Brothels for example are a safer and cleaner environment for a prostitute to conduct business in a more discreet manor. A brothel is a prostitutes "office" if you will. Regardless of the time of day, a worker can come to a brothel "clock in" and get to work. On average, common prostitutes in the United...
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Hatch and Bennett say one-year ban hurts U.S. energy independence
Utah senators slam congressional oil-shale development moratorium
By Patty Henetz
The Salt Lake Tribune
A congressional moratorium on oil shale leasing and development hurts an established industry's efforts to find investors and imperils the nation's hopes for energy independence, Utah's senators said Tuesday.
Sens. Orrin Hatch and Bob Bennett, supporting a Bush administration proposal to enhance U.S. fossil-fuel energy production, said during a news conference at the Utah Capitol that the moratorium imposed on the Bureau of Land Management means no one knows what the rules will be for oil shale and tar sands development.
And that, in turn, means too few investors in what would be a multibillion-dollar industry that would enhance the nation's energy security, Bennett said.
"It is irresponsible, it is malicious, for us not to proceed to open it up," he said.
Bush tied his push for more fossil-fuel drilling and development to high gas prices.
Hatch, however, said that while the companies hoping to develop oil shale "are our nation's energy Minutemen," they cannot bring down the price of oil today.
"But they are going to do what it takes today to get our nation this energy in the future," Hatch said.
The BLM, acting according to requirements in the Energy Policy Act of 2005, has launched a broad oil shale and tar sand environmental analysis. Most of the oil shale is in western Colorado; all of the tar sands are in eastern Utah.
But last year, Sen. Ken Salazar, D-Colo., managed to attach a rider to the appropriations bill that set aside the BLM's leasing program for a year to figure out how extensive leasing and development would affect the environment and the communities in the oil shale and tar sands region.
Attempts to overturn the moratorium have been unsuccessful. Salazar and Rep. Mark Udall, D-Colo., hope to extend the moratorium another year in hopes the resource can be developed with economic stability and environmental protection in mind.
During the news conference Tuesday, however, industry representatives said they are ready to go, and Lt. Gov. Gary Herbert dismissed those who say the unconventional energy can't be developed sensitively.
Oil Shale Exploration Co., the only Utah firm to receive one of six research, development and demonstration leases from the BLM, announced a partnership with Petrobras of Brazil and Mitsui & Co. Ltd. of Japan to study the feasibility of Petrobras' Petrosix technology on Utah oil shale on 40,000 acres of private land in eastern Utah.
OSEC's federal lease so far has allowed it to export waste rock left over from the 1980s shale bust to Alberta, Canada, for testing a different process. Both methods, however, use retorts to roast kerogen - the waxy hydrocarbon that hasn't undergone the geologic heat and pressure necessary to create petroleum - out of the shale.
Amy Hansen, an OSEC spokeswoman, said the 300 tons of shale shipped to Canada yielded 9,000 gallons of kerogen, which can be further refined into kerosene or diesel fuel.
Last year, a RAND Corp. study estimated that the region held the equivalent of 2 trillion barrels of oil, with 800 billion barrels recoverable.
That is more than triple the proven oil reserves of Saudi Arabia.
With current U.S. consumption of oil at 21 million barrels per day, the Rocky Mountain resource could last 400 years, the RAND study concluded.
Oil shale development requires huge amounts of water and electricity and emits tremendous amounts of carbon dioxide, the greenhouse gas emission most responsible for global climate disruption.
The Utah Division of Water Resources has said Utah's share of the Colorado River could soon be fully allocated, so where the water would come from is unclear. Questions also remain regarding what oil-shale extraction would do to surface and groundwater quality.
In March, 26 conservation groups wrote a letter to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management claiming the Bush administration's rush to develop oil shale and tar sands failed to include adequate public information about potential environmental, social and economic harm. The letter called on the BLM to focus on energy efficiency and renewable energy.
Herbert said developing Utah's oil shale and tar sands would "unleash the power of the private sector."
"We can do it reasonably in an environmentally sensitive way," Herbert said. Anyone disputing that "is not thinking clearly," he said.
Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr., in Jackson, Wyo., for the Western Governors Association annual conference, supports oil shale and tar sands development.
But he also joined other Western governors, including those who favor the moratorium, in addressing how to meet future energy demands in a clean manner that won't aggravate climate change.


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The construction of the new hospital Bambao-mtsanga on the island of Anjouan, whose construction had begun in May 2012 and which had been entrusted to a Chinese company, is now complete.
The Chinese Ambassador to Comoros, Xiao Ming, and the Vice President in charge of the Ministry of health of the Comoros archipelago, Fouad McFadden, signed at the end of last week the document of technical acceptance of the establishment before a next inauguration scheduled for next September.
106 beds, a Pediatrics and Gynecology service as well as a home of the emergency unit and two operating blocks are among others grouped within the new hospital of Bambao-mtsanga which cost about 4 billion Comorian francs (8.1 million euros), as reported by the Comorian newspaper Alwatwan.
"This inauguration (note: technical Reception) is a new page in the history of cooperative relations between the Republic of China and the Union of Comoros," said Xiao Ming also recalling that "public health is always a priority in sino-comorienne cooperation".


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NBC News/WSJ poll: Affirmative action support at historic low
As the Supreme Court prepares to once again weigh in on the issue of affirmative action, a record-low number of Americans support such programs, according to the latest NBC News/Wall Street Journal poll.
Just 45 percent of respondents said they believe affirmative action programs are still needed to counteract the effects of discrimination against minorities, while an equal 45 percent feel the programs have gone too far and should be ended because they unfairly discriminate against whites.
(The poll was conducted May 30-June 2 and it has an overall margin of error of plus-minus 3.1 percentage points.)
The number of Americans supporting affirmative action has been in decline over the past two decades, down from a high of 61 percent in its favor in 1991.
Reasons for the trend range from the idea of "diversity fatigue" to what others believe is the effect of an African-American being elected president, as well as 20 years of anti-affirmative-action campaigns.
"Right now, I feel like it's reverse discrimination," said one poll respondent, a white, 69-year-old retired teacher from Rhode Island, who was interviewed for this story and did not wish to be identified. "I did support it at first, but, gradually, because of this reverse discrimination it's gone too far."
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PizzaExpress Live (Holborn)
Following on from the very successful 2018 release of their EP on Breaking Records the 4 gorgeous Bad Girls + their full 5-piece band are planning an evening of music to set your toes tapping. After their success last year (and this!) on the festival circuit - including the St Louis Festival in Sete, S.France, the world renowned Cork Guinness Jazz Festival and their rammed to the rafters concert in March 2018 at this venue - the Bads have been invited once again to bring their lively show to the intimate surroundings of the PizzaExpress on the 9th June.Read more


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Clovis RV Park is the premiere RV facility on the north side of Clovis, New Mexico. Owners, Mark and Ann Harper, work closely with the City of Clovis and understand the need for an affordable temporary housing option. They also understand that contract workers in the area like to live out of their RVs and 5th wheels. This allows us the opportunity to provide them a real "home away from home" experience while working out of town. For this reason, Clovis RV Park offers a quiet retreat. Away from the noise of trains, airplanes, and highways.
The on-site clubhouse boasts over 3000 square feet of beautiful private showers and baths, along with a laundry facility, a lounge area, gathering room, and a dog run. Ask us about our concierge services, which include mail, taxi, and dog walking services, for our guests with pets and busy schedules. Just let us know what we can do for you.
Clovis RV Park is the best choice for those looking for the privacy and comfort of home in their temporary housing.


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Salty, smoky, thick-cut bacon adds depth while artichoke hearts and spinach help to lighten this creamy, savory chicken pasta dish. Slideshow: More Chicken Recipes
How to Make It
Season the chicken breast with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the extra-virgin olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 1 minute. Turn the chicken, reduce the heat, cover the pan and cook for 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and leave covered for 10 minutes, then shred the chicken with 2 forks.
Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions.
In a large frying pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a plate. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat. When the bacon is cool enough to handle, crumble it and set it aside.
In the same pan heat the bacon fat and the remaining 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, or until it begins to soften and brown. Add the garlic and artichokes and cook for another 1 minute, until the artichokes have warmed through. Add the pasta, shredded chicken, spinach, heavy cream and crumbled bacon to the pan and stir to thoroughly combine.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and season generously with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.


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In a survey by the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, 9 out of 10 people with bipolar disorder said the illness affected their job performance.
Stress, unpredictability, mood changes, and workplace relationships are just some of the issues that make having a job and having bipolar disorder challenging.
Like many of you, my professional life has been full of lessons about myself and my illness.
Extreme anxiety, low self-esteem, deep depressions, suicide attempts, and lack of motivation have all affected me in the first nine years of my work-life.
I am proud to say, though, that I have been doing very well professionally lately. I have done a lot of soul searching to figure out what issues are the most challenging at work and what will be beneficial to me in making my next career move.
I'm no expert, as is typical with any 25 year old. However, I am much more aware of what I need to do to have and keep a professional life than when I was first working at a grocery store at 16.
Here are some of the tips that I have either put into practice or on my list:
- Learn what your biggest issues or triggers are at work. Once you are aware, you can choose strategies that make work more enjoyable.
- Consider a modified work schedule—working part-time, working regular, structured hours, or refraining from working on intense or project-oriented assignments. A regular schedule promotes stability, and stress promotes instability. Don't work at night. That really wrecked my moods and landed me in the hospital.
- Regular sleep, exercise, and meals can help you stay healthy and stable at work.
- Take part in a job you enjoy and makes you feel good. Take a values inventory. Don't settle for something that you are unhappy with, even if that means making less money.
- Don't ignore your symptoms—if you aren't feeling well, it's better to be proactive than reactive. See a doctor or therapist before you have a breakdown.
- Manage your stress. Carve out enough downtime, and allow yourself time to check out of the professional environment.
The Age Old Question: Should I Be Open at Work about Bipolar Disorder?
I thought I'd address this briefly and expand in a later post.
I, personally, have not found any benefit in revealing my illness to any employer or colleague.
Some find it necessary in order to receive accommodation, and I understand that.
Bipolar disorder has never come up in my professional life.
When I was admitted to a psychiatric hospital three times, I was 19 and 20 years old, and luckily, at the time, I left the job and received a new one when I got better, without any question.
But now, as I become a real professional, and as I realize how word travels, I rather keep quiet.
Working has become a lifeline for me, so it is survival to maintain my moods.
Everyone has to make that decision for themselves. I feel that it would cause more discrimination and general issues for me if I were to declare my illness to anyone that didn't really need to know.
I do realize, though, that in not being up front about my disorder, I risk issues if my illness does come up later in the workplace.
I'm riding on the hope that I will stay well. I will take care of myself and operate under the impression that I will not break down again.
What Do You Think?
The working lives of people with bipolar disorder vary greatly; I know some people that are on disability and others that make six figures annually.
It really depends on the person.
I, for one, could not be a salesman or someone with a high-stakes job. I couldn't be a police officer or a firefighter. I really can't take the stress.
No matter what your situation, know that it is OK.
Bipolar disorder is a chronic illness and it is responsible to address one's life circumstances and come up with a plan that works for them on a long-term scale.
If you have bipolar disorder, do you work? If you do not work, what do you enjoy doing with your time? What are your tips in making work more bearable? What have you learned from being bipolar and having a career (or not having a career)?
Resources: Good.co, DBSalliance.org, and WebMD.com
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DetailsCan you escape safely from the room?
This is the 1st. "Room Escape" game for iPhone from "Ateam" that has been already producing many games for mobile phone!
A boy wasn't able to leave the strange house that he snaked into.
The room is very simple, but there is a lot of mystery and gimmicks.
Let's try to escape by making good use of the brain.
Game Features
◇Simple operation(touch and release)
◇You can know amount of total escaped people, and your escaped number.
(When clearing, it's necessary to connect network.)
Genre:Adventure, Simulation
Release:Jul 16, 2010
Updated:Nov 30, -0001
TouchArcade Rating:Unrated
User Rating:Unrated
Your Rating:unrated
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This comfortable set is made for rolling on grassy slopes with your nose sticking into that grass every turn and then. Even when you become too old for rolling on grassy slopes, you'll hear that old man's voice whisper, 'Remember child, always walk barefoot on wet grass.' And as you close your eyes and smile, fondly remembering the person with that voice, you'll get a whiff. A whiff of that scent of grass!
Care for me -
Hand wash separately at room temperature with a mild detergent. Do not bleach. Dry in shade. Iron warm on reverse. Avoid all contact with citric content substances like lemon. Wear more often.
(Variations of colour is part of the beauty of natural dyeing. Fading is what allows the dye to tell a different story each time! But what's best is that it is eco friendly and has amazing wellness benefits)
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CS:GO Videos is your community for the best videos of your favorite game. Register for free and create your individual profile to share your videos with the community. You can also use our forums to find people who like Counter-Strike as much as you do! Still not convinced? We also have articles about the latest fragmovie releases, video edits you shouldn't miss and a lot of guides around making videos and CS:GO in general. Register now for free!


text: Are you building an incident response system? Does it include tools that allow for attack investigation and recovery? Earlier this year I wrote a three part series on constructing a Cyber Incident Response Plan and outlined two ways Scrutinizer can be an important part of this endeavor. After reading the latest BBC article on how Website-crippling cyber-attacks are to rise in 2016 , I figured that I would talk a bit more on how our Flow Analytic intelligence can assist with attack investigation and recovery.


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While Yardbook has always provided a single view to track customer's billing history (including balances), it did not automatically set the past due amounts on new invoices.
With our latest release, you now have an option to have Yardbook automatically calculate the past due amount and set it for you.
Important Notes
The system will only set the past due amount when an invoice is created, or when the customer has been changed on an invoice. Otherwise, it will not automatically update the value. However, you can manually update the past due amount at any time by changing the "Past Due Amount" field in your invoice details page.
The past due amount is calculated based on the following logic
All active invoices amounts – (all payment amounts) – (all non-payment credits)
The past due amount will be automatically generated for both manual and auto-generated invoices.
Sitemap -> Company Profile -> Settings
Click on "Update Invoice Settings"
Enable the "Automatically set the past due amount on invoices." flag, and save.


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I want to show you my
Tea Cups for this part of the
2011 Year In Review
I have always loved Tea Cups
Though I don't drink tea or coffee. .
This year I really found some beauties. .
And I have delighted in showing them off
This beautiful tea cup came to me from a fellow collector
I joined Martha's Tea Cup exchange in April
And a lady from Pennsylvania sent me this.
This is one of my favorites. . . I found it while
Visiting my brother in Kanab, Utah
Some of my tea cups I have found while thrifting at DI
Some have been given to me.
I have been thrilled to find 3 legged tea cups.
But, the Treasure of all my tea cups is this one
It belonged to my Grandma Dot
It is beautiful and delicate just like she was. .
I hope you enjoyed the journey of
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The pop radio stations below can be listened to free online. This directory features the best stations across the United States and includes links to: stream on the web; visit the official website, and; interact via social media. To inquire how to get your pop radio station included in this directory, send PopCrush an email.
KMWX-FM 92.5 | Abilene, TX
Mix 92.5 is your at-work station, playing the best of the '80s, '90s and now. Wake up with Murphy, Sam and Jodi. Shay Hill takes you through the workday and Randy Jones drives you home.
WQSH-FM 105.7 | Albany, NY
105.7 Crush FM is your home for NKOTB, Britney Spears, Destiny's Child, Nirvana and all artists in between. Terry O'Donnell hosts midday and Mike Adams hosts in the afternoon.
KXSS-FM 96.9 | Amarillo, TX
KISS-FM goes where you go! Don't miss pop radio DJs Bobby Bones, Angel Dee and Dallas Chambers. Plus Tommy The Hacker hosts the 5 o' Clock Bomboocha and the 9 o' Clock KISS Mix.
WSJO-FM 104.9 | Atlantic City, NJ
SoJO 104.9 is Atlantic City's own variety. Wake up to the 'SoJO Morning Show' with Tom Morgan every morning!
WBNQ-FM 101.5 | Bloomington, IL
WBNQ plays all the hits for Bloomington-Normal and Central Illinois! Start your day with 'The Susan Show,' and listen at work for the most music and fun, old school jams with 'The Noon Workout' and the hottest songs of the day with the Top 5 @ 5!
KISN-FM 96.7 | Bozeman, MT
KISN plays all the hot music but also stretches boundaries with alternative and urban hits. We strut this hotness straight to your ears and eyes with a swagger that makes it smooth enough to sip.
KZMY-FM 103.5 | Bozeman, MT
MY 103.5 in Bozeman, Mont. brings you the '80s, '90s and now! KZMY also delivers John Tesh's show, the latest news in the Gallatin Valley, and all the entertainment you need.
KTRS-FM 104.7 | Casper, WY
104.7 KISS-FM is Casper's hit music station. The DJs keep you entertained and in-the-know on your favorite artists like Rihanna, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and tons more.
KBMX-FM 107.7 | Duluth, MN
Playing 50-minute music hours, this pop radio station is the No. 1 choice in Duluth, Superior and the Northland. Hear the hits from Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry and more.
KSII-FM 93.1 | El Paso, TX
From the land with the best Mexican food! Mike & Tricia Mornings look at real life in El Paso and phony life everywhere else. Monika and Tony Bravo play the tastiest mix of songs throughout the work day, tangier than your favorite salsa. Just try and sit still.
WDKS-FM 106.1 | Evansville, IN
106.1 KISS-FM features 'The Rob's Radio Show' with Kat Mykals weekday mornings and all the hits from today and yesterday with Back in the Day Triple Plays!
WRCL-FM 93.7 | Flint, MI
Club 93.7 WRCL-FM plays today's hottest jamz, including the best hip-hop and pop radio music in Flint.
KKPL-FM 99.9 | Ft. Collins, CO
99.9 The Point plays today's best pop radio music including the Goo Goo Dolls, Nickelback, Rob Thomas, Green Day, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, Dave Matthews Band and many more.
WLHT-FM 95.7 | Grand Rapids, MI
Channel 95-7 plays Today's Best Mix without the rap! Listen to Katy Perry, Maroon 5, Kelly Clarkson, Daughtry, Adele, Lady Gaga, plus occasional throwbacks from Bon Jovi, the Spice Girls, Vanilla Ice and others! Plus, take control every weeknight during 'U Mix It' from 7pm to midnight!
WJLK-FM 94.3 | Jersey Shore, NJ
94.3 The Point is The Jersey Shore's Hit Music Channel. Listen weekdays for 'Lou and Liz in the Morning', Laurie Cataldo during the workday and Matt Ryan on the Drive Home.
KHXT-FM 107.9 | Lafayette, LA
Hot 1079 plays Acadiana's hottest music. From Lil Wayne to Lady Gaga, find it all right here!
KTDY-FM 99.9 | Lafayette, LA
99.9 KTDY is the Best Variety of the '80s, '90s and today. Including the recognizable personalities in the market, this pop radio station plays music fit for the workplace and families.
KTSR-FM 92.1 | Lake Charles, LA
KISS-FM is your home for all the hits in southwest Louisiana. Home of 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning,' Reid at Work and Eric Scott take you home with the '5 o'Clock Block Party!'
KZII-FM 102.5 | Lubbock, TX
KZII is Lubbock's No. 1 hit music station. Start your day with 'The Bobby Bones Show,' Lubbock's No. 1 morning show. When you want hit music in Lubbock you want KISS-FM.
KAFX-FM 95.5 | Lufkin, TX
KFox 95.5 plays all hot music. Wake up with 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning!' And don't miss Dan Patrick in the afternoon.
KENR-FM 107.5 | Missoula, MT
107.5 ZooFM plays Zootown's hottest music including Rihanna, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and Usher. Wake up with 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning' and take control with Jelli Radio in the evening.
WSRK-FM 103.9 | Oneonta, NY
WSRK Mix 103.9 WSRK plays the best new singles as well as '90s music in Oneonta, N.Y. Hear pop radio hits from Katy Perry, Lady Gaga and more.
WZPW-FM 92.3 | Peoria, IL
WZPW plays today's hottest music and the best new music first! Join Jason's 'Morning Grind' every weekday morning and crank up the music all day long for Lil Wayne, Rihanna, Usher and more.
KRUF-FM 94.5 | Shreveport, LA
Shreveport-Bossier City's pop radio station features 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning.' Welcome to the hit music universe!
KMXK-FM 94.9 | St. Cloud, MN
Mix 94.9 KMXK is fun, fresh and friendly Top 40 radio in central Minnesota. It's also home to the 'Get Up and Go Show' with Chad and Jen weekday mornings.
KPWW-FM 95.9 | Texarkana, AR
Power is the pop radio station to beat in Texarkana! Power plays only the hottest artists like Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga, Jay-Z, Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Kesha and Maroon 5.
KEYW-FM 98.3 | TriCities, WA
KEYW plays today's top pop radio hits along with '80s and '90s favorites. Start your mornings with Big Jim and Stacy and end your day with Billy Bush bringing Hollywood gossip at night!
KTYL-FM 93.1 | Tyler, TX
Mix 93.1 plays today's best mix from the '90s to now for east Texas! Wake up to 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning,' Lucky Larry on middays, Lisa Thomas on afternoons and Michael Storm on nights.
KQVT-FM 92.3 | Victoria, TX
Q92 is Victoria's hit music station that you can take anywhere! It features Murphy, Sam and Jodi's morning show, that's safe for you and your family, and today's best music all day long!
WASH-FM 97.1 | Washington, DC
97.1 WASH-FM is DC's Best Variety of Yesterday and Today. Wake up with Loo and Lori in the morning from 5am to 9am.
KNIN-FM 92.9 | Wichita Falls, TX
KNIN plays today's hit music by Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Pink and more! Don't miss 'Kidd Kraddick in the Morning' and become a NIN VIP to win great prizes from anywhere on Earth!
KF-FM 107.3 | Yakima, WA
KFFM has been Yakima's No. 1 hit music station for over 25 years. Listen for radio DJs Kaz, Ryan Seacrest, Rik Mikals with your interactive 5@5, and DJ Nahum Ray's 'Mixx Factory' at night.


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I try to be a strong person. I am pleasant to everyone and try to respect everyone. I pretend like nothing anyone can do will upset me. But when people yell at me, I try to be alone because I cry. I hate yelling and it reminds me of my childhood with the abuse I suffered. I feel stupid for feeling like this but I end up crying.
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The conference will use the context of the historic Aguinda v. Chevron environmental case to consider the critical role of judicial remedies for violations of the rights of indigenous and other affected peoples and the leading systemic obstacles to the realization of remedies in particular cases, both in Canada and beyond.
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I fought it through many feelings of frustration, anger, tears, sadness, and then at a biblestudy--a wise mom simply said...."don't fight the seasons of life; just like you cannot fight a baby going from crawling to walking....you need to allow yourself the down time to refresh ....." This thought brought me to the faint memory of my blog...that is supposed to be about just that. What symbolizes "refreshing" more than the evergreen of a Christmas tree? Ahh...how perfect a metaphor for the season! (I love to wax poetic)
|Beautiful, fresh, evergreen!
|If I had my choice--the couch would be this one! Down stuffed and slipped! :o)
I am looking forward to the Christmas season and the New Year ahead....and while I may not be running at full speed....I will be moving in respect to the downtime that is now incorporated into the fullness of life.
Fun ideas to try for the Season: Lit Baskets
This beautiful "lit" basket was done by a friend. Such a clever idea for an entry or porch area. Use a great basket and fresh greenery with a battery operated strand of white lights!
Here is another one with a vintage card using pepermint lights! Sooo cute!


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A few more days and it is finally Christmas. This call for a few last minute check to be able to make sure that you are not missing anything this year and to ensure that Christmas 2015 would be a spectacular one for you and your family. Not yet done with decorating? Here are some quick and easy ways to catch up with the holidays to make your home celebration ready for these coming festivities.
Old bits of wrapping paper need not be dumped immediately in the trash can. Kids can cut them down into bits (with your supervision) and sprinkle it across the mantle and tables for the festive look. You can even save them in a box and have them sprinkle around the porch and indoors come Christmas dinner time. You can even use punches in different shapes to create unique confetti for your celebration.
Wire edged ribbons in gold and silver
Gold and silver are festive colors for Christmas that can also last up to the New Year. You can tie fancy bows onto your chairs, windows and even around the plants inside your home as decorations. The mantels and doorways are also areas that you should not forget to decorate during the holidays.
Ginger bread house
Use graham crackers, some frosting, candies and cookies to create your own version of a ginger bread house. You can have this as one of your center pieces in your dining table for Christmas dinner. You can even try to make a replica of your own home out of graham crackers. If you fail to do so, the memory in trying to create something fun and delicious for Christmas is worth the memories.
Decorate with felt
Cut out Christmas symbols out of paper or felt and hang it on gold or silver thread. You can hang it on the curtain rods, lamps, doorways and even outside your porch. You can have paper snowflakes and hang them in groups by your window to look like it is snowing indoors. There are many templates available online to choose from if you are not confident with your drawing skills.
Stamp holiday cheers onto your windows
You can stamp holiday symbols on your windows. You can also stick a few ornaments to make your windows standout this holiday season. You can easily remove them later with dish washing or liquid soap. Christmas stockings, Christmas greetings and snowflakes would look great on your windows. Use a non-abrasive pad when cleaning them up to prevent from scratching your windows.
Have a blast without having to hurt your budget as you decorate your homes this season with the budget-friendly decorating tips above.


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How big, how often, and where from? This is almost a mantra for researchers trying to understand tsunami hazard and risk. What we do know is that events such as the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami (2004 IOT) caught scientists by surprise, largely because there was no "research memory" of past events for that region, and as such, there was no hazard awareness, no planning, no risk assessment, and no disaster risk reduction. Forewarned is forearmed, but to be in that position, we have to be able to understand the evidence left behind by past events—palaeootsunamis—and to have at least some inkling of what generated them.
While the 2004 IOT was a devastating wake-up call for science, we need to bear in mind that palaeotsunami research was still in its infancy at the time. What we now see is still a comparatively new discipline that is practiced worldwide, but as the "new kid on the block," there are still many unknowns. What we do know is that in many cases, there is clear evidence of multiple palaeotsunamis generated by a variety of source mechanisms. There is a suite of proxy data—a toolbox, if you will—that can be used to identify a palaeotsunami deposit in the sedimentary record. Things are never quite as simple as they sound, though, and there are strong divisions within the research community as to whether one can really differentiate between a palaeotsunami and a palaeostorm deposit, and whether proxies as such are the way to go. As the discipline matures, though, many of these issues are being resolved, and indeed we have now arrived at a point where we have the potential to detect "invisible deposits" laid down by palaeotsunamis once they have run out of sediment to lay down as they move inland. As such, we are on the brink of being able to better understand the full extent of inundation by past events, a valuable tool in gauging the magnitude of palaeotsunamis.
Palaeotsunami research is multidisciplinary, and as such, it is a melting pot of different scientific perspectives, which leads to rapid innovations. Basically, whatever is associated with modern events may be reflected in prehistory. Also, palaeotsunamis are often part of a landscape response pushed beyond an environmental threshold from which it will never fully recover, but that leaves indelible markers for us to read. In some cases, we do not even need to find a palaeotsunami deposit to know that one happened.
Keywords: palaeootsunamis, prehistory, geology, archeology, anthropology, tsunamigenesis, hazard, risk, magnitude, frequency
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It's not your father's utility company anymore.
With the nation's water, gas and electric infrastructure aging and a new ethic building around consuming less of these essential services, it remains to be seen how the state's utilities are going to find the capital to upgrade rapidly aging pipelines, wires and generating stations.
According to many, the old model worked quite well. Utility companies were given a monopoly and guaranteed a rate of return for setting up and maintaining an infrastructure to supply gas, electricity and water. Rates were kept relatively low and the system proved remarkably reliable: the lights stayed on, water came out of the taps, and gas was available to heat homes.
Here's the conundrum. With politicians and clean energy advocates pushing for more aggressive policies to reduce consumption of energy and water, how are utilities going to make enough money to replace the infrastructure that, in some cases, dates back more than a hundred years. The old business model relied on delivering more water, more gas and more electricity.
Not anymore.
The state wants to reduce energy consumption by 20 percent by 2020, a goal hardly likely to be achieved without the cooperation of gas and electric utilities, some of whom have bought into the program. It will not work under the old business model utility officials warn.
"It's almost a rethinking of our business model" Said Laurence Downes, chief executive officer of New Jersey Resources, the owner of New Jersey Natural Gas, one of four gas utilities in the state. To that end, the utility was one of the first to adopt a conservation program to help customers reduce energy usage while recovering the costs of those efforts.
"What worked 50 years ago may not work today," noted David Parker senior research analyst at R.W. Baird, speaking at a forum last week in Trenton on the market implications of regulations in the utility industry. Parker said the declining use of utility services creates significant challenges to utility companies.
A Muddled Situation
At the forum, policymakers noted the deregulation of the energy sector a decade ago has created a muddled situation, which has not always produced the desired results.
"Unfortunately, nothing has been built," Parker said, referring to the lack of construction of big power plants, a situation that has particularly hurt New Jersey consumers because it has led to congestion on the power grid and sky-high electric bills, according to some critics. "How to get plants to be built is going to be a big challenge," Parker said.
With the challenges posed by an aging utility infrastructure, policymakers and officials need to educate the public about essential services they deliver and what their value is, according to Karen Alexander, president of the New Jersey Utility Association.
"We're coming to the point where the rubber meets the road," she said. "I think it's infinitely more important to pay more for water than a device which allows me to communicate."
A Difficult Position
But Alexander said utilities are put in a difficult position by policymakers because they tend to use the utility as a backdoor to pay for programs that they believe are worthy. "Increasingly, the utility bill is becoming vehicle to do things that people would otherwise say no to if they had to pay taxes," Alexander said.
In the past decade, the state has imposed a surcharge on utility bills to pay for clean energy programs, a low-income energy assistance program, and other programs. The surcharge, known as the societal benefits charge (SBC), has raised nearly $5 billion since its inception — greatly increasing the cost of energy to businesses that use a lot of electricity.
The state is investigating whether to allow water utilities to impose a new surcharge that will enable them to replace aging infrastructure more quickly, without having to go through a rate proceeding. New Jersey needs to spend up to $20 billion to restore water and wastewater infrastructure, according to a report.


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Find out more
about Brabender
Duisburg, September 2016
• Innovative feeding of natural fibres, wood fibres, long carbon fibres and film chips
• To be presented at K 2016 in Dusseldorf, 19th – 26th October in Hall 10, Stand A41.
With its new fibre feeder, Brabender Technologie is breaking new ground in the feeding of long and uneven fibres. While conventional feeders used to be restricted to short and compact bundles of fibres such as glass fibres, for example, the new feeder is now capable of accurately metering natural fibres, wood fibres, long carbon fibres and film chips.
New fields of application
As one of the main fields of application, the new fibre feeder can be used for shredded film strips. These are waste materials from plastic film production processes, where the film edges are cut off by film edge trimmers. This results in 10-30 % of unspoilt material, further utilisation of which has until now been difficult. The new feeder allows to refeed the remnants back into the production process as film chips so that they can be recycled. This saves resources and optimises the production process.
Feeding of natural fibres is another field of application. The fibre feeder is capable of metering them reliably, accurately and continuously in filling material or wood-plastic composites production processes. Carbon fibres are just as difficult to recycle. As reinforcement, they are laminated onto components by a roll. Materials and remnants are left over, the disposal of which is costly. The feeder is designed so that the remnants, as well as the recycled fibres, can continue to be used over and over again.
Feeding of such long fibres is made possible by using a special fibre screw, a large steep walled hopper and a novel design and special position of the stirring agitator in the hopper. "This unique and innovative design promotes forced ingredient flow into the screw", explains Norbert Marek, who provided the idea for the fibre feeder. Considering that the flow characteristics of the ingredients differ significantly, design details vary in each individual case. The company maintains confidentiality regarding the exact construction of the feeder.
What is no secret, however, is how important the control system is for reliable fibre feeding. The ratio of feed screw and stirring agitator speeds is essential. "Our CM plus or CB plus controllers are responsible for this", emphasises Norbert Marek. The optimum ratio of screw and agitator speeds can be individually determined by feeding trials in Brabender's test lab to be adjusted accordingly during feeder start-up.
Hitting the right spot in the market
"We are certain that we have hit the right spot in the market with this innovation", claim Horst Vohwinkel and Bruno Dautzenberg, both managing directors. "With the fibre feeder, we are not only resolving a well-known
feeding problem, but are also opening up new ways of processing materials that have up to now been considered unfeedable."
Brabender Technologie will be presenting its fibre feeder at K 2016 in Dusseldorf, 19th – 26th October, in Hall 10, Stand A41.
About Brabender Technologie:
Brabender Technologie's core areas of business are the production of machines and systems for feeding, weighing, discharging and flow metering of bulk ingredients. As one of the world's leading feeder suppliers, the equipment of Brabender Technologie is found in all bulk ingredient processing industries. Besides our international headquarters in Duisburg, Germany, we have subsidiaries and affiliates all over the world. From all our locations we offer our customers feeders, discharge aids and flow meters for their specific requirements and, being a competent and reliable partner, help them with our services.
Bulk ingredient processing industries cannot be imagined without Brabender machinery and systems, so – for instance – the plastics, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, pet food, detergent, ceramics, glass and construction material industries, to name just a few. The product line comprises gravimetric metering feeders (loss-in-
weight feeders, weigh-belt feeders), volumetric feeders, weigh-batching systems, discharge aids (vibratory bin activators, bulk bag unloaders, bag dump stations) and flow meters for bulk ingredients.
Klaus Donsbach
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47055 Duisburg
Phone: +49 203 9984 159
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Are Cosmetic Injections Painful? - Listen to Heart Sounds Under Stress | ASMR 💉
In this episode we take a listen to the heart during the 'extreme' stress of cosmetic injections.
As we get ready for injecting, our model's sympathetic nervous system starts to kick into play, otherwise known as his 'fight or flight'. This causes a number of changes to the body due to the release of chemicals from the brain such as adrenaline and cortisol. This impacts his heart making it beat stronger and faster and increases his respiratory rate just to name a few changes. This is paralleled with listening to his heart in real time whilst the injections get going.
Once the procedure is complete, our model's parasympathetic nervous system takes over, otherwise known as 'rest and digest'. Here, different chemicals are released from the brain to the body, causing the heart to slow down and return his bodily functions back to normal. We can clearly hear this as he celebrates the end of his treatment. Truly fascinating.
As you can see treatment time is fairly quick with initial inflammation post procedure expected to resolve after 10-15 minutes. Changes are expected to be seen around 3-5 days with optimal results at 2 weeks lasting 3-5 months in duration.
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5 Easy Steps to Organizing Your Lingerie
In the past few weeks, I've had several people ask me for tips on how to better organize their lingerie. Believe me when I say I haven't got a perfect system yet, so we'll probably revisit the subject more than once this year. However, these five steps have definitely helped me get started. As always, please feel free to comment with tips and tricks of your own. I definitely want to hear what you have to say.
1) First of all, throw away anything ratty, worn out, discolored, faded, threadbare, or that has stretched elastic, holes, or underwires poking through. No, I don't care how much you love it or how pretty it used to be. We'll get you another. I promise. ;-)
2) Second, divide your remaining lingerie into piles. I use three: lingerie worn frequently to semi-frequently, lingerie worn once or twice and never again, and lingerie that's never been worn at all (brand new and/or with tags still attached). You may need more or fewer categories depending on how much lingerie you own, and on what kind of sorting system works best for you.
3) Donate everything in that last pile to The Salvation Army, Goodwill, or a local battered women's shelter. My day job is in the non-profit industry, and I know for a fact that these places never have enough new women's underwear. In addition to all that good karma, you'll also get a tax break. However, please do not donate anything worn (and that includes worn-out) to these facilities. You wouldn't want to wear someone else's dingy undies, neither do the people who use these services.
4) Find other uses for lingerie in the second pile. For example, my Momma used to keep a bagful of lingerie that wasn't "quite right," and use it for dust rags. If it helps, think about it as another kind of recycling. If something won't work well as a dust rag (for example, your lace teddy from the 1980s would scratch the good furniture), throw it out. No exceptions.
As an aside, I know that some women like to keep their old knickers around for when Aunt Flow is visiting. While I understand that logic, I'm not sure I agree with it. For me, the days I'm feeling least sexy are also the best times for good underwear. No one is saying you have wear a silk chiffon thong during that time of the month, but a nice pair of black microfiber boyshorts would work just as well and make you feel even better besides.
5) For things you love and wear often, use them as a guide to future lingerie purchases. You can refer to my article from last year, "How to Buy Lingerie You'll Actually Wear," which outlines 10 steps for rebuilding your lingerie wardrobe, from getting a professional bra fitting to buying lingerie that looks just as good under your clothes as it does without them to purchasing multiples of the same piece.
What are some of your tips for keeping your lingerie organized? Tell me in the comments!
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Logan: Lizzie will you please get me some water?
Lizzie: Sure!
Trevor gawks at this scene and says, "How did you get her to do that?"
Logan: Oh, she's my slave.
Lizzie: Yeah, I'm his slave.
I thought I was watching a Malcom rerun... it was almost word for word from an episode we'd watched a few days before.
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Nunes, a drug dealer who had been on the books of Tottenham Hotspur, was shot dead in an execution style killing after a gang dispute.
His killers, Levi Walker, Antonio Christie, Adam Joof, Michael Osbourne and Owen Crooks were all jailed for life after being found guilty of murder by a jury at Leicester Crown Court.
The Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) will look into the handling of the investigation into case of the four officers, including the lead on police ethics. Five men were jailed in connection with the killing in 2008.
The IPCC confirmed that formal notice of investigation had been served on "a number of former and serving Staffordshire Police officers".
Meanwhile, Northamptonshire Police Authority confirmed that its force's chief constable Adrian Lee and deputy chief constable Suzette Davenport were being investigated.
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It started with the chicken
Yesterday, ridicuously pleased that I could eat anything I wanted to (and not hesitating to ingetst copious amounts of cheese), I decided to have chicken for dinner. It started out as just some nice, panfried chicken, nothing fancy. Then, I noticed that my bananas were turning brown. After a moment of thought, I decided to mash a banana and cook the chicken in that. Then, as I was piecing together a salad, I figured apples would make a nice addition to the banana chicken mishmash. So those went in, too. Finally, I finally got around to using the last of my potatoes that I cut up a couple days ago by throwing them in as well. The result, garnished with some nutmeg, of course, was suprisingly delcious, if a bit on the too sweet side. I'm glad that my glee that I thought was carrying me away into being eccentric actually turned out delicious.


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Thriller, Horror, Drama Movie 88 Min with the title Crawl (2019), story about When a huge hurricane hits her hometown in Florida, Haley ignores evacuation orders to look for her father. After finding him badly wounded, both are trapped by the flood. With virtually no time to escape the storm, they discover that rising water levels are the least of their problems.
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Prostate problems affect the vast majority of men. MayoClinic.com reports that half of all men over 60 will have an enlarged prostate. That number increases to 95 percent in men 75 or older. When your prostate isn't strong and healthy, you can experience prostate infections, trouble urinating and difficulty with sexual performance. Lifestyle choices you make now can improve prostate health and decrease your risk of an enlarged prostate and aggressive prostate cancers.
Step 1
Talk to your doctor about regular prostate screenings if you're concerned about your prostate health, or if you're over age 40, recommends MayoClinic.com. Medical problems that weaken your prostate can be easy to treat when they're diagnosed early.
Step 2
Change your diet to make sure you're getting the nutrients necessary for a strong, healthy prostate. Certain foods hep prevent oxidation and inflammation of the prostate, according to the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Eat foods rich in antioxidants like vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, leafy greens and broccoli. Eat a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. Talk to your doctor about adding a vitamin D supplement to your diet for prostate health.
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Reduce excess sugars, like the kind you get from soda, sweetened coffee drinks, candy, cakes and pies. Excess sugar is the primary fuel source for prostate tumor growth. Instead, eat sugar in moderation and use fruits and sweet vegetables to calm your sweet tooth.
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Control your alcohol consumption. Heavy drinking increases your risk of developing prostate cancer. Consume fewer than two drinks per day.
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Add soy foods to your diet. Asian men experience fewer prostate problems, which, according to MayoClinic.com, could be related to their soy intake. Soy creates estrogen-like chemicals in your body which help strengthen your prostate and reduce your prostate cancer risk.
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Lose excess body fat to prevent conditions like insulin resistance, heart disease and anternal inflammatory responses that negatively impact prostate health. Exercise for 30 minutes per day, at least five days out of the week. Add strength training two to three days per week to build muscle and increase metabolism.


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Constitutive session of the Commission of the Holy Assembly of Bishops for revision of the Constitution of the Serbian Orthodox Church.4. July 2012 - 11:07
On Monday, July 2, 2012 at the Patriarchate, the constitutive session of the Commission of the Holy Assembly of Bishops for revision of the Constitution of the Serbian Orthodox Church. The Holy Assembly of Bishops of the Serbian Orthodox Church with its decision of June 16, 2011 formed the Commission for revision of the Constitution of the SOC consisting of: His Eminence Metropolitan Dr Amfilohije of Montenegro and the Littoral, president; His Grace Archbishop of Ohrid and Metropolitan of Skopje Dr Jovan; Their Graces Bishops Dr Irinej of Backa, Dr Ignjatije of Branicevo and retired Dr Atanasije of Zahumlje-Herzegovina; protopresbyter-staurophor Dr Zoran Krstic, hieromonk MSc Nikodim (Kosovic); protodeacon Dr Stanimir Spasovic; prof. Dr Sima Avramovic; professor Dr Nenad Milosevic and Milan Andric,members, as well as protopresbyter-staurophor MSc Velibor Dzomic, secretary.
Communique of the Archbishopric of Ohrid12. December 2011 - 15:41
Today, on 12th December 2011, in attempt to enter the F.Y.R. Macedonia, on the border-crossing Medzitlija, on the border with Greece, the Archbishop of Ohrid and Metropolitan of Skopje kyr kyr Jovan was arrested and taken to the "Idrizovo" prison, near Skopje. Upon the false accusations by the schismatic organization in F.Y.R. Macedonia, in 2010 Archbishop Jovan was sentenced a prison term, but because the court process was performed in his absence, he has the legal right to request a repeat of the procedure. Therefore, it is expected that in three to five days he should be released from prison, and granted a new court procedure during which he would defend himself from freedom. Only as a reminder, on 16th November 2010 Archbishop Jovan was arrested on the Bulgarian border, upon a request by the Macedonian bureau of Interpol, in regard to exactly this court sentence, but the Court in Bulgaria released him with a rationale that the court verdict in F.Y.R. Macedonia was a result of the persecution on religious grounds, which the Archbishop undergoes for nine years already, and not because he was indeed guilty according to the criminal law.
Communique2. November 2011 - 11:02
The Committee of the Holy Assembly of Bishops for the preparation of marking the 1700th anniversary of the Edict of Milan as a co-organizer along with the Association of non-government organizations of South-East Europe - CIVIS, Austrian foundation PRO ORIENTE and Swiss PEACE AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION organizes a promotion of the book - collection of works of the conference participants UNCHANGING VALUE AND PERMANENT ACTUALITY OF THE EDICT OF MILAN - TOWARDS THE GREAT JUBILEE OF 2013, which was held in Nis, at the St. Sava's House of the Diocese of Nis, from February 24-26 of this year.
The promotion of the book will be held
in a great amphitheatre of the Faculty of the Orthodox Theology
(11b Mije Kovacevica str. , Belgrade),
November 3, 2011, beginning at 19:00 hours
At the promotion about this collection of works will be discussed by: His Grace Bishop Dr Irinej of Backa, His Grace Bishop Dr Porfirije of Jegar, Professor Dr Bogoljub Sijakovic, monsignor Dr Andrija Kopilovic and Ms. Mirjana Prljevic, the international secretary general of the CIVIS Association.
2nd Episcopal Assembly of Oceania COMMUNIQUE18. October 2011 - 8:37
The members of the 2nd Episcopal Assembly of all canonical Orthodox Bishops of Oceania welcomed once again the opportunity to meet in Sydney from October 16-17, 2011, under the chairmanship ex officio of His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos of Australia.
The Assembly commenced with prayer at the central offices of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, Redfern.
Present were: His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos (Ecumenical Patriarchate – Australia), His Eminence Metropolitan Paul (Antiochian Patriarchate),His Grace Bishop Irinej (Serbian Church), His Grace Bishop Mihail (Romanian Church), His Eminence Metropolitan Amphilochios (Ecumenical Patriarchate – New Zealand), His Grace Bishop Ezekiel (Assistant Bishop), His Grace Bishop Seraphim (Assistant Bishop), His Grace Bishop Nikandros (Assistant Bishop), His Grace Bishop Iakovos (Assistant Bishop), the Very Rev.Father Michael Protopopov (representing His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion of the Russian Orthodox Church, who read a letter of greeting from His Eminence MetropolitanHilarion ) and Rev. Father Michael Smolynec (representing His Eminence Archbishop Ioan of Parnassou of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in the Diaspora).
Office of the Committee for Kosovo and Metohija in the Patriarchate of Pec4. October 2011 - 14:45
At the joint session of the Holy Synod of Bishops and the Committee for Kosovo and Metohija of the Holy Assembly of Bishops held in Belgrade on September 14-15 on the occasion of the newest events on the north of Kosovo, also one long-lasting decision was made regarding the activity of the Serbian Orthodox Church in Kosovo and Metohija.
Bearing in mind that Kosovo and Metohija demand an endeavor of the entire Church and the nation, it is decided to restore the office of the Committee for Kosovo and Metohija, which was previously led by current Bishop Irinej of Australia and New Zealand, and that it will from now on have its seat in the Patriarchate of Pec. Its task will be an organisation and documenting the work of the Office for Kosovo and Metohija of the Holy Assembly of Bishops, as well as creating an archive and a library regarding Kosovo and Metohija and developments there in general.


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Enhance your visit to San Antonio in an exciting new way – by bringing the historic Alamo to life with Augmented Reality. iPhone users, simply visit the Apple App Store and download the free Experience Real History™: Alamo Edition app upon your arrival! Explore the Alamo as it was back in 1836, step through time portals to watch history unfold before you eyes, and hear the fascinating tales of Texan and Mexican soldiers and others who were there! The ERH app can be used and enjoyed anywhere in the world to recreate and explore the 1836 Alamo in full scale. iPhone and Android users may also take San Antonio's rich Alamo history back home in other ways, too, with Experience Real History™ Alamo Augmented RealityTrading Cards, Reality Boards™ and collectors' sets available on Amazon. (Experience Real History™ is an independent education technology company not affiliated with the Alamo Foundation)


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In iOS, there's this UI element that allows the user to select the date and time. This is called the Date Picker.
Here's a way of getting the text from the iOS' Date Picker:
/*_datePicker is the current UIDatePicker object. Set the mode of the date picker. In this example, setting the time is disabled.*/
[_datePicker setDatePickerMode:UIDatePickerModeDate];
/*Initialize a NSDateFormatter object. This object will get the string representation of the NSDate object.*/
_dateFormatter = [[NSDateFormatter alloc] init];
/*Set the locale of the NSDateFormatter object.*/
NSLocale *locale = [[[NSLocale alloc] initWithLocaleIdentifier:@"en_EN"] autorelease];
[_dateFormatter setLocale:locale];
/*Set the date style and the time style of the formatter. Note that the next two lines of code are important. Without them, when NSDateFormatter's instance function/method - stringFromDate: is used, the returned string is empty. It is not stated in the NSDateFormatter class reference that the default value of dateStyle and timeStyle are set to NSDateFormatterNoStyle but I think they are.*/
[_dateFormatter setDateStyle:NSDateFormatterLongStyle];
[_dateFormatter setTimeStyle:NSDateFormatterNoStyle];
/*This is the code for getting the string representation of the selected date*/
NSString *selectedDate = [_dateFormatter stringFromDate:_datePicker.date];
Note: Automatic Reference Counting (ARC) is not used in this example.
String Representation of Date from UIDatePicker
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Whangarei MP, Dr Shane Reti, is working to get Australian company, Wicked Campers, to remove an offensive slogan from one of its campers in his electorate after a complaint from a member of the public.
"A few weeks ago a constituent notified me about a Wicked Camper in our electorate with disgraceful and offensive words emblazoned on the side as advertising. The wording was completely unacceptable by any measure of public decency," says Dr Reti.
"Not only is it offensive, but two of the words also flout the Broadcasting Standards Association's unacceptable words list."
"I'm chasing this up because I don't want to have to explain to my grandkids what some of these words mean and shouldn't have to."
Dr Reti's office contacted the Brisbane based Australian company with no response.
"Wicked Campers is no stranger to controversy. I'm advised a number of complaints have been investigated by the NZ Advertising Standards Association (ASA) in the past two years," Dr Reti says.
"In most cases the company failed to respond, and in 2015 they were taken to task by the tribunal for failing to respond, failing to engage, and failing to respect the principles of self-regulation. However, the ASA is a self-regulating body and has no ability to prosecute."
Dr Reti laid a formal complaint with the Whangarei District Council under clause 4 and 11 of their signage bylaw which prohibits offensive signage.
"I'm glad to say the company is now threatened with prosecution including a fine of $20,000 and removal of their signage. I want to commend the Whangarei District Council for their actions."
"I am asking the company immediately remove this offensive advertising, and to respect New Zealand advertising standards. If they want to continue to cross the line of public decency in New Zealand, they're not welcome here," Dr Reti says.


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Any problem that persists requires attention to detail to take care of it for good – this is exactly the case when it comes to pesky weeds in your lawn. Our method is effective in that every weed receives a direct dose of weed-killer. Certain types of weeds, like dandelion, are resilient, and require more attention to ensure the weed-killer has the opportunity to get to the roots
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- Selective, systemic, post emergence foliar herbicide for the control of broadleaf weeds
- Once sprayed on the aerial parts of the weed, A.D.I.O.S. travels immediately through the foliage, stems and finally, all the way down to the roots!
- This systemic reaction provides a rapid desiccation of the weed due to rapid loss of water from the plant cells
- Visible signs of control may be seen shortly after application
- Some bi-annual, perennial and mature weeds will be targeted with our Iron based weed killer and will take multiple applications to totally eradicate
- Perennial crawling species vine and bamboo weeds may require some treatments over several years to totally rid the clones
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