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Employer Benefits in Hiring Independent Contractors
An independent contractor is a person who owns a business but has an association with another different company or employer. Independent contractors (ICs) may also be called consultants, freelancers, or self-employed. These people are associated with another, possibly relevant, businesses because they do a particular work for them that require their expertise. It's best to ask a knowledgeable Los Angeles Employment Lawyer when pondering whether to start hiring an independent contractor or not.
Aside from performing work for them, there are also other reasons why some businesses opt to hire an IC instead of making their own employees do the work. But there may be disadvantages to hiring them as well, that's why employers need to contemplate on their decision very well before hiring ICs. Here are some reasons why ICs are beneficial to businesses:
- Financial benefits – Of course, the higher chances of saving money tops this list. ICs get paid more for an hour compared to employees, but employees had to be provided with benefits, office space, equipment, and other necessities and contributions that can increase payroll costs by 20 to 30 per cent or more, like:
- Social Security and Medicare taxes that can total to 7.56 per cent of the employee's compensation
- State unemployment compensation insurance
- Workers' compensation insurance
- Staffing flexibility and greater efficiency – With ICs on board, employers have greater leeway in hiring and letting go of employees. This is can be an advantage for employers with irregular workloads. ICs hired for a specific task or project are let go once it's done. This minimizes the need to experience the trauma or difficulty of firing employees. Tasks can also be completed faster since ICs bring specialized expertise for it, and usually perform with efficiency to produce something immediately.
- Security from lawsuits – Due to various employee rights under both state and federal laws, a lot of legal claims against the employer may arise. ICs are independent businesspeople; therefore they are not protected by many of these laws, which include:
- Right to earn minimum wage and overtime compensation
- Protection from discrimination based on race, national origin, color, religion, gender, etc.
- The right to form a union
- The right to leaves due to sickness or other qualified reasons
However, employers should make sure that they rightfully classify a worker as their employee and not as independent contractor, and vice versa. Employees should seek the help of a Los Angeles Employment Attorney if there is reason to believe that their employers misclassified them.


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Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comments Requested; Report of Lost or Stolen ATF F 5400.30, Intrastate Purchase of Explosives Coupon, 2441 [2013-00393]Download as PDF
[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 8 (Friday, January 11, 2013)] [Notices] [Page 2441] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2013-00393] [[Page 2441]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives [OMB Number 1140-0077] Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comments Requested; Report of Lost or Stolen ATF F 5400.30, Intrastate Purchase of Explosives Coupon ACTION: 30-Day notice. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- The Department of Justice (DOJ), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The proposed information collection is published to obtain comments from the public and affected agencies. This proposed information collection was previously published in the Federal Register Volume 77, Number 217, page 67026, on November 8, 2012, allowing for a 60 day comment period. The purpose of this notice is to allow for an additional 30 days for public comment until February 11, 2013. This process is conducted in accordance with 5 CFR 1320.10. Written comments concerning this information collection should be sent to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Attn: DOJ Desk Officer. The best way to ensure that your comments are received is to email them to firstname.lastname@example.com or fax them to 202-395-7285. All comments should reference the eight digit OMB number or the title of the collection. Written comments and suggestions from the public and affected agencies concerning the proposed collection of information are encouraged. Your comments should address one or more of the following four points: --Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; --Evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; --Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and --Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses. Summary of Information Collection (1) Type of Information Collection: Extension of a currently approved collection. (2) Title of the Form/Collection: Report of Stolen or Lost ATF F 5400.30, Intrastate Purchase of Explosives Coupon. (3) Agency form number, if any, and the applicable component of the Department of Justice sponsoring the collection: Form Number: ATF F 5400.30. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. (4) Affected public who will be asked or required to respond, as well as a brief abstract: Primary: Business or other for-profit. Other: Individuals or households. Need for Collection When any Intrastate Purchase of Explosives Coupon is stolen, lost or destroyed, the person losing possession will, upon discovery of the theft, loss or destruction, immediately, but in all cases before 24 hours have elapsed since discovery, report the matter to the Director, Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. (5) An estimate of the total number of respondents and the amount of time estimated for an average respondent to respond: It is estimated that 10 respondents will complete a 20 minute form. (6) An estimate of the total burden (in hours) associated with the collection: There are an estimated 3.5 annual total burden hours associated with this collection. If additional information is required contact: Jerri Murray, Department Clearance Officer, Policy and Planning Staff, Justice Management Division, Department of Justice, Two Constitution Square, 145 N Street NE., Room 3W-1407B, Washington, DC 20530. Dated: January 8, 2013. Jerri Murray, Department Clearance Officer for PRA, U.S. Department of Justice. [FR Doc. 2013-00393 Filed 1-10-13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4410-FY-P

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Take off: Free.Aero Magazine
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By popular demand, we have decided to publish a version of French VOLER.INFO in English. From the end of April 2014, most of the articles will appear in parallel in French in VOLER.INFO and in English in FREE.AERO.
As with VOLER.INFO, you'll be able to read all about flying in English wherever you live or fly in the world, whenever you want and, of course, for free!
FREE.AERO, the worldwide all digital paragliding and paramotoring magazine.
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Letting go is never easy. Alcoholics, drug addicts, lovers and paraglider pilots all know! I started to write a boring course for you about stalling. Then I tried doing it on a paramotor and suddenly it became a whole lot more interesting! So let's approach stalling here, bit by bit on a paraglider, and then on a paramotor. The comparison is surprising.


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Mercedes-Benz had one sole participant in yesterday's last part of qualifying at Hockenheim, as Lausitzring winner Pascal Wehrlein (HWA) was able to use the new C-Coupé to get the best result he could. The F3 graduate ended up sixth as the highest placed Stuttgart driver overall, as Audi dominated with six of their cars in the top 8.
This was despite the fact that the 20-year-old admitted that there is still a lot to learn, on a car that Christian Vietoris has been clocking up the most mileage on since its debut at Zandvoort.
"My free practice was really bad, ending up in P19, as we were struggling with the new car," admitted the Mercedes AMG Petronas reserve driver in the international press conference yesterday afternoon. "You need to find the best set-up and learn a lot. There is still more to do, but we improved a lot since the morning."
Having retired at both Oschersleben and Spielberg this year, he is still in with a chance of possibly securing fifth overall in the championship, if he does the following this afternoon:
- Scores 2 points more than BMW Motorsport's Maxime Martin
- Scores 9 points more that Audi Sport's Mike Rockefeller.
He has shown that he could be a factor in next year's championship, so a good result from the Sigmaringen-based driver on home turf will be a help in building the motivation toward his next campaign.
He's looking forward to the challenge ahead this afternoon, even though he realizes the task ahead: "The Audi guys are very quick at the moment, so it will not be easy to catch them in the race, but I will do my best and try to attack."


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Goldman Sachs to Invest $750-Billion to Fight Climate Change as Big Finance Cashes in...• https://needtoknow.news by Reuters
Goldman will receive a 3-5% commission on the sale of "green" investment products. Investment giant BlackRock Inc and its $7-trillion in assets recently joined the Climate Action 100+ initiative, pressuring companies to act on climate issues. Citigroup is a vocal supporter of the Paris Agreement, the landmark environmental accord of 2016. The firm is devoting $100-billion to climate change solutions in energy, infrastructure, and technology. Globally, this type of investing skyrocketed to $12-trillion in 2018. [No one in these companies has claimed that any of this will reduce global warming to any appreciable degree. It's all about making money, increasing taxes, and controlling people in the name of a supposedly good cause. It's a great business for con artists.] -GEG
If you have gone to Goldman Sachs Group Inc's (GS.N) internet home page since mid-December, it would be reasonable to wonder if you had stumbled into some kind of parallel universe.


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How Wedding Chapel Anniversaries Are Going to Be Good for You
After having the perfect wedding and getting married meaning that you have lived together for a while, you may need to do anniversary. The method of doing the wedding anniversary is therefore the major reason why you have to be careful because it's going to determine how great the anniversaries going to be. Wedding chapels are definitely one of the best venues that you can hold the wedding Chapel anniversary and it will be awesome. It's very important for you to be very careful about the wedding anniversary because when you have a wedding Chapel anniversary, it becomes much better even possible more than the wedding.There are number of benefits that you can get from holding a wedding Chapel anniversary in this article is going to help you to understand much more. The first thing that you realize is that planning for the wedding Chapel anniversary is much easier especially because the venue is already there. Wedding chapels are very beneficial and it's very important for you to consider how you can be able to get the best one especially at the best location.
The amount of money that you'd be spending for the anniversary is going to be much lower when you decide to use the wedding Chapel and this is because of a number of reasons. When you have the wedding Chapel anniversary you will not need to worry about the person who is going to be officiating because they're going to be included in the total costs. It is because of this that any people think about getting married in the church can be of great benefit financially. Another reason for having the wedding Chapel anniversary is because everything is going to be accessible for you because this is the church. One thing that you realize about having the wedding the Chapel is that it also reduces your costs because you do not have to hire musical instruments, the altar will also be ready.Another reason why you should have a wedding Chapel anniversary is because chapels usually have enough capacity to handle even very large crowds.
Even if the weather outside is going to change, you'll be very much protected because you will be within the premises of the Chapel which is very protected. The amount of money that you generally spent for the whole anniversary ceremony will be much lower and in addition to that, let's planning is required. For the sake of having the best anniversary ever, it would be better for you to decide to hold it inside the wedding Chapel, you can visit this website or view here for more .


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And no, that's not a bad thing, especially if you enjoy Summers' solo albums, particularly Mysterious Barricades (compare "Emperor's Last Straw" to "Forgotten Steps"), Charming Snakes (compare "Passion of the Shadow" to "Tribe"), Earth + Sky (compare "Above the World" to "Begin the Day"), Triboluminescence (compare "Help from Jupiter" to "Bewitched"), and the title track of XYZ (compare to "Train"). By the way, Summers' rhythmic chorused arpeggios on "Train" brilliantly convey the sonic motion of a locomotive.
I bought my first vinyl copy of Bewitched in the late 1980s, from a record store next to the GAP in a retro futuristic outlet mall across the parking lot from Levitz on Route 17 in Paramus, New Jersey. It was my first album of Summers and Fripp. Summers had just finished his first stint with The Police and had only three solo albums and a couple of soundtracks to his name. So, his parts on Bewitched and I Advance Masked seemed obvious.
However, as his solo work has progressed over the years and become more varied and revelatory, so have my understanding and appreciation of his work on the Fripp albums. And as Summers continues to record into his seventies and reveal more of his idiosyncrasies, I continue to unearth still even more treasures from those decades-old but timeless works.
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In this issue we are going to discuss relay servers; what are they, what do they do, and why do I need them, and how do I use them?
Let's start with what a relay server really is. In the most basic sense a relay server any system with an agent that passes on communications from other agents. These can be any device with an agent installed, the only difference from other devices is one change in their configuration that flags them as a relay. In most cases this will still be a server of some level, but just as well could be an always on workstation depending on the situation. You can set the configuration option to make a device a relay in the rollout you use to install them, manually through the asset core console or configuration files, or using an operational rule. We'll go over all that in more detail later.
Alright, so that sounds good and all, but what do they actually do? As mentioned earlier, relays pass data from one machine to another. Every device in Asset Core has a parent, they send their data to this device and only accept data from it. This changes when you make the device a relay. Once set to be a relay the device will accept connections from any device that is configured to use it as a parent. It then takes this data and passes it up to its parent on up the chain. When sending data back down to a client that data is first sent to relay and then from the relay back to the device.
Sounds great so far, but why would I want to use them? Since relays act as a single point for multiple child devices below them, but only connect to one parent device above them, they can be used to better manage the way data crosses the network. As an example of why this is a good thing, think of a network with 1 main office and several satellite offices connected across WAN links. In the main office all the devices are on a fast network and there isn't much concern having them talk to the Asset Core master server. The problem comes in with the remote sites. Since every bit of bandwidth matters you don't want each computer at the remote site to transfer everything across the WAN. To prevent this you put a relay server in each office, these devices now talk on the local LAN to the relay and only that one relay talks across the WAN. This means the relay will gather all the data and send it upstream and downstream. Since things only have to be transmitted once it means less bandwidth usage. If you need to send a large package to all the devices at the remote site, it only has to be sent once. The relay stores the data from its parent and then sends from there to its child devices.
Ok, since it saves me bandwidth and makes the communications flow smoother, how do I set up a relay? First thing is to get the device flagged as a relay. This can be done in several ways, the first is to build a rollout that is used just to install on relays. This is done by building a rollout as normal in the Rollout Wizard, but on the first step, "Core Setup Configuration", check the option for "Enable agent as a relay for other agents". That's it, you then just finish the configuration as you normally use.
The next way you can make a device a relay is through the console. To do this, find the device and expand it on the left and side. Expand Agent Configuration (you may be prompted to enter a windows account to access the system). Expand Module Configuration and Select Relay. On the right hand pane Right Click and go to properties. Check mark "Is Enabled" and click ok. You're done! The device is a relay.
The last 2 ways are to create an operational rule to modify the relay module settings or by manually editing a configuration file. If you are interested in taking this method please contact Technical Support as this could cause unintended configuration changes.
Once your relays are configured your devices need to be setup to point to the relays. Normally this is done during the initial rollout, but can also be done after the fact. This is an in depth topic as there are many ways to configure this. Some of the methods allow the devices to search a list of relays, which is good for when a device moves from office to office, others are statically set. As there are many ways this can be setup we urge you read the full documentation, contact Technical Support, or discuss you're your Professional Services technician before you begin the setup. You can find the full documentation on rollout and relay configuration in the full document files which are available for download on your support profile at http://support.numarasoftware.com
We hope you have found this information helpful. If you have any questions or comments please leave them below or contact us here at BMC. Have a great day, we look forward to seeing you next time!


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Temperature for November 1957
In November 1957 the average high temperature in Barrow, AK was -1.1°F, and this was 7.6°F cooler than the average of 6.6°F. The hottest day in November 1957 was 6 November when the temperature reached 10.9°F. Overnight the average temperature in November is -5.3°F and in 1957 the average overnight temperature was 3.2°F cooler at -8.5°F.


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Fear Itself
Book One of Seven
Written by Matt Fraction
Art by Stuart Immonen
Cover by Steve Immonen
Welcome to the start of Marvel's next big event Fear Itself, which promises to shake up the Marvel universe and it will never be the same again, again, again, again. How many times have we heard this? Okay, I will stop now.
The last big Marvel event was Siege which ended Dark Reign with a bang, and brought us into the Heroic Age. Almost straight after that we had Shadowlands and Curse of the Mutants. I didn't get Curse of the Mutants as I'm not a huge X fan, but I did pick up Shadowlands which I renamed One Shot Land, and it left me with event fatigue. Oh, hey did anyone even register Chaos War?
Now, we have Fear Itself and I'm not too sure what to make of it. We have some great social commentary at the beginning with a riot at Ground Zero, that sees Steve's crisis of identity get larger. We shift to see what Sin has been up too and she has got her hands on some serious god like power that just seems to be laying around Earth616 as common as a Mocha Latte. Then we follow the Avengers to Asgard to announce Stark's rebuilding plan.
Here I got a little confused, when did Odin come back? Needed to see a reference point so I at least know where to find that out. And he seems just as brash and arrogant as Thor was once accused of. Spoilers after the jump.
Odin and Thor have a fight, then they have another fight and then the Asgard Gods take the rainbow bridge to rebuild Asgard back in Asgard? Leaving our Heroes to pick up the pieces of ruined Asgard. In the meantime Sin has turned into Skadi and become her Avatar. Then searches out the Serpent who looks like a withered Odin.
With this first book everything is being pushed into place to start the event off. It all looks interesting, nothing has made me go wow yet, but I am sure we will have moments of that to come. With luck we wont get one shotted to death with this event and the core of the story will be in the Fear Itself books.
Nice artwork, story looks good, you will just have to forgive my event fatigue I am sure it will pass.
3.5 thumbs up out of 5
Oh, I dare anyone keep a straight face at Brian Michael Bendis profile picture in the Marvel Architects special in this book. Worth the cover price alone. Ahem… A fine pair of arched eyebrows you have there Sir!


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British Airways conducted a study on passengers' in-flight sleeping habits and found that whilst most people understood how they get jet lag, 67 per cent of people surveyed don't know how to manage it.
As a result, the airline developed a new jet lag calculator, with the help of Dr Chris Idzikowski, one of UK's leading authorities on sleep, which recommends some ways to overcome jet lag - namely through seeking and avoiding light.
Dr Idzikowski explained the influence of light on human's body clock.
He said: "Light is one of the primary cues that the internal body clock uses to maintain a link with the outside world. Flying across time zones puts the body into new patterns of light and activity more quickly than the body clock can adjust to it. Confusing the body clock like this is what causes jet lag."
The jet lag calculator gives users an indication of an optimum time slot to seek and avoid light. In seeking light for example, a traveller should expose him- or herself to a light source to give the body clock a cue that it is day time. Doing so, the body is given time to recover from jet lag and more swiftly ease into the new time zone.
British Airways also developed a tool for calculating slump time - the time frame you will feel the sleepiest. Having that information will help especially business travellers plan their meetings around slump time and avoid having mind-challenging meetings during the time they feel like snoozing the most.
Dr Idzikowski also said that jet lag can also sometimes be confused with travel fatigue, which is "a combination of the stress of travelling and the sleep debt accrued whilst travelling".
The attention span of those suffering from travel fatigue can be reduced by 75 per cent, and his or her ability to make normal judgements and decisions can be reduced by 50 per cent, said the report released by British Airways.
So instead of starting off your holiday or business trip with jet lag or travel fatigue, here are six helpful tips to minimise jet lag.
Tips for a restful flight
6 top tips for a restful flight
Get a good flight's sleep next time you travel with these quick fixes for satisfying slumber.
1. Exercise
Use exercise to reset your body clock or to revitalise after a long flight. Exercise in the morning of your new time zone.
Take it easy for two to three hours before bed time and, during your flight, relax your muscles before sleep by doing gentle stretches and walking up and down the aisles.
2. Use caffeine strategically
Yes, it disrupts sleep, but if you know how long its effects last, it can help you to manage your sleep.
Get the most from your tea or coffee by figuring out when you will be at your most sleepy and having a cup then, rather than drinking it throughout the day.
Also, always avoid caffeine two to three hours prior to bed time.
3. Manage alcohol intake
Alcohol is widely used as a sleep remedy but it can disrupt sleep. In addition, while it can knock you out, it can mean that you don't breathe properly while asleep. While scientific research shows that a nightcap doesn't promote sleep, it is alright to have one in moderation.
4. Strategic napping
Some sleep is always better than no sleep. Naps improve performance and alertness.
Once you arrive in your new time zone, calculate when your body would normally be sleeping and schedule a strategic nap for that time. The optimum nap time is 45 minutes. Any more and you'll fall into a deep sleep and wake up groggier than if you hadn't napped at all.
Alternatively, a two-hour nap allows your body to go through a full sleep cycle. Always give yourself 15 minutes to wake up from a longer nap and don't nap too close to your main sleep period.
5. Be aware of slump time
Be aware of when you're going to be sleepiest and don't book important meetings for that time. For example, when you travel from Singapore to London (GMT +8), you will hit slump time between London 5pm and 8pm - the equivalent of 12am to 3am at home.
6. Staying on home time
If you're away for 48 hours or less, beat jet lag by staying on home time. That means, eating at the times you would at home, staying out of the light when you'd normally be in darkness at home (use sunglasses or stay indoors), and avoiding important meetings during your maximum sleepy time.
Your sleep checklist
Before the flight
- Establish a bedtime routine
- Start adjusting your sleep schedule with your destination's time zone in mind
- Minimise stress during the flight by getting organised for your trip early
- Pick out a travelling outfit of loose fitting comfortable clothes
- Check in online so you can start relaxing as soon as you get to the airport
During the flight
- Use sleep triggers from your bedtime routine
- Select a relaxing music channel from HighLife Entertainment
- Use an eye mask, neck pillow and ear plugs
- Change your watch to your destination time
- Relax your muscles with gentle stretches and walking up and down the aisle
When you arrive
- Exercise in the morning to help reset your body clock
- If you're staying somewhere unfamiliar, make sure the room isn't too hot or too cold and ask that you're not disturbed when trying to sleep
- Use sleep triggers from your bedtime routine
- You will feel most tired between 12am and 3am home time. Figure out when this will be and avoid important meetings, take a strategic nap or use caffeine during this time
- If you're on a short trip of less than 48 hours, avoid jet lag altogether by staying on home time as much as possible
- Avoid exercise within two to three hours of bedtime
Once you're home
- Make a note of factors that helped you avoid travel fatigue and beat jet lag and anything that caused you stress.
- Use this list to help you plan for your next flight.
- Calculate your slump time here and check out the jet lag advisor here .
For more information on sleep, listen to a series of sleep advice podcasts from British Airways' own sleep expert, Dr Sleep, Chris Idzikowski.
Source: British Airways


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Today I officially take over the role of Treasurer of the Australasian Society for Human Biology! I look forward to serving on the ASHB committee supporting our community of researchers and students. My predecessor Assoc/Prof Kate Dommett of JCU has done an incredible job over the past 5 years - filling her shoes will be hard, but I hope to do the job justice.
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How low will you go. Well, if you slip on this stunning Athena Thong, from quality European lingerie brand, Passion, you will certainly be taking an incredibly sexy plunge. This particular garment was named after the Greek goddess, Athena, and the influence of the Greeks is present in a design that is reminiscent of a crown of leaves, utilising black lace for an elaborate, floral and leaf pattern. The panty line plunges low on this item, revealing a daring and sexy amount of pelvis, with a delightfully intricate tie up design covering the most intimate of spots. Amazingly comfortable, the Athena Thong is perfect for wearing under the clothes, but is at its finest without, and this bare all design exposes the buttocks for a wonderfully cheeky, provocative look. This item is available in a range of sizes
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Larchmere Festival celebrates local culture
Yvonne Pan, Staff Reporter
July 25, 2018
A New York City native, this summer is my first spent in Cleveland and I have not been disappointed. From live concerts every Wednesday at Wade Oval to countless trips to Edgewater Park Beach, I have grown to love Midwestern hospitality and the Cleveland community. My parents instilled a love for flea markets...


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Humanity is under siege as the full force of Mental's hordes spread across the world, ravaging what remains of a broken and beaten civilization. The last remaining resistance to the invasion is the Earth Defense Force led by Sam "Serious" Stone and his heavily-armed squad of misfit commandos.
● Fight your way through unbelievable numbers of Mental's minions including the iconic Headless Kamikaze, Beheaded Rocketeer, Kleer, Scrapjack, Werebull, and Khnum!
● Lay waste to Mental's Horde using the powerful double-barreled shotgun, the punishing minigun, the powerful chainsaw launcher, a brand new auto shotgun, and the iconic cannon. Upgrade your toys, and enjoy the violent beauty of the lock-on rocket launcher, and the mighty laser beam of death.
● Smash through the action-packed campaign with friends in 4-player online co-op mode! Tackle exciting primary missions and thrilling side quests in modified difficulties for an extra challenge.
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1980s Cup Final Celebrations
Author: ExWHUEmployee. Published: 6 October 2019 at 7:45pm
We are really pleased to follow on from our sell out James Collins event with our special 1980 celebratory event. Ray Stewart, Stuart Pearson, David Cross and Geoff Pike will be talking about our last bit of silverware and hopefully bringing their medals in to show. If you include our host Mark Ward that is 5 ex players for the price of one.
We have an impressive list of ex event guests: Phil Parkes, Frank McAvennie, Stuart Slater, Alvin Martin, Steve Lomas, John Moncur, Keith Robson, Matthew Etherington, Martin Allen, Mark Ward, David Cross, Danny Gabbidon, Jack Collison, Julian Dicks, Ray Stewart, Dean Ashton, Alan Devonshire, Anton Ferdinand, Ian Pearce, Marlon Harewood, Tony Gale, Christian Dailly, Carlton Cole, Trevor Sinclair, George Parris, Alan Dickens, James Collins, Ludek Miklosko, Teddy Sheringham, Kenny Brown Jnr, Ian Bishop, Hayden Mullins, Tony Cottee and Matt Jarvis.
Our new location is O'Neill's in Leytonstone which is a spacious, comfortable venue that has a state of the art sound system and a large projector showing footage of classic games and goals. As always, this event will be hosted by our very own Mark Ward and will include top quality music, a superb raffle and a variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages inclusive in the price.
For those driving to this event, there is also a generous amount of parking spaces available at no cost and the venue is easily accessible from the A12, M11 and M25 .
We are delighted to have announced that we have slashed the ticket prices (by £5 each) yet kept everything else the same. Tickets are £25 per adult and £10.00 for U18s and comes with the usual benefits associated with a West Ham Way event.
There are also special VIP packages available, please check the ticket link for these great opportunities. If you would like to sponsor the event please get in touch too.
You DO NOT want to miss this so please book ASAP to avoid disappointment! When the tickets are gone, they are gone! We have reduced capacity to improve the experience and we have listened to various feedback to continue to improve the new experience.
Tickets are £25 per adult and £10.00 for U18s (if booked in advance online) and comes with the usual benefits associated with a West Ham Way event.
We are also launching our VIP booths:
The Trevor Brooking Lounge-£40 per person and it seats 10
-Priority Queue pass
-Guaranteed seat and table service
Spirits and Mixers exclusively included (Bacardi, Smirnoff and Jack Daniels)
The Boleyn Booths £300 for the booth (6 people in one booth). There are 3 booths.
-Exclusive use for your party
-Guaranteed seat and table service
Spirits and Mixers exclusively included (Bacardi, Smirnoff and Jack Daniels)
Complimentary raffle tickets
Priority queue jump for entry and photos
Get your tickets here: http://buytickets.at/thewesthamwayevents/310992
You DO NOT want to miss this so please book ASAP to avoid disappointment!


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Will "RUSH" Wierzba doesn't sugarcoat any of OpTic Gaming's problems.
OpTic was on top of the Counter-Strike world toward the end of last year after winning ELEAGUE Season 2 and reaching the final of ECS Season 2 the following week. But after missing the playoffs in the ELEAGUE Major, RUSH and the rest of the team was stunned with Peter "stanislaw" Jarguz left the team to go to Team Liquid.
The resulting search for an in-game leader sent the team into a bit of a downward spiral, as multiple players, including the recently exited Jason "JasonR" Ruchelski, were among the candidates. James "Hazed" Cobb will play with the team for now as it heads to the PGL Major Qualifier this weekend. Slingshot's Vince Nairn caught up with RUSH during the ESL Pro League Season 5 Finals in Dallas to talk about his team's form and how they've tried to find an in-game leader.
Vince Nairn: The idea of IGLs in North America has become a topic of conversation lately. What are the qualities that people are lacking in terms of making a good IGL in this region?
Will "RUSH" Wierzba: I think it would be dedication and effort. Quality. Nobody wants to put in the effort. Even me, I could probably call. I think I have the brains for it. I could just put time in and become an IGL, and I would call. But I'm too nervous that it would take away from my personal performance. But what people don't know about me who don't play on my team is I'm a pretty emotional player. If I do something wrong, I won't necessarily get toxic, but I'll get upset. And if I were to be the leader and people didn't listen to me or tried to tell me I'm wrong, I don't know if I could handle that. Right now, as an emotional player, (being an IGL doesn't fit). Maybe down the line when I get more mature, I'll try it. But right now I don't think I could do it.
VN: What's one thing about CS or in the esports scene that you think should be changed?
WW: I think overall the game mechanics themselves. Right now there are so many more bugs for random things. They've been in the game for years and they're not changed, like the smoke bug. Throwing a smoke on the ground and it pops right out of the (molotov). How is that still a thing? There's a lot of things Valve isn't always eye-to-eye on us about. They don't communicate to us as much as other games do, like Overwatch for example. Overwatch is not as big as CS:GO, but their devs are constantly giving blogs every month about how they fix the game. What the big fixes are. What they're gonna plan to do the next month. We've never gotten that ever. We get like two operations in one year, which is pretty crazy.
VN: What do you think about Operation Hydra, by the way?
WW: I didn't play that many of the missions, but DAPS and NAF played like all night when it first came out. They played for like eight hours and told me it's pretty fun. I like the moments where you have like scout's knives and stuff like that. The taser and knife.
VN: Over-saturation talk has gone down, but it is there anything you're doing to prepare knowing when it hits the summer and fall that it's going to get pretty crazy again?
WW: As a team, we're definitely gonna look into a boot camp in Spain, probably. I think boot camping in NA is pointless, honestly. You get the same thing you do at home. Just the same teams and nothing more. You're together, which is important, obviously, but in Europe you can play against the European teams. In NA, you can't get practice from midday to the end of the night. You get two scrims a night, maybe four. In Europe, you can get scrims all day. Ten hours if you want. And they're all teams looking to get better. That's what's amazing about it."
VN: Going forward what do you think you guys need to do the most?
WW: Just practice, honestly. We just have to grind. I think we've proven we have that individual skill that can still compete, but we're not getting the form we were before. We have to be at our best individual level. I think we can do that. The teamwork needs to get better, especially on CT-side lately. It's completely teamwork. It's not individual skill at all. I think we need to play together a lot, and that will improve it. That's why we got better at the end of 2016. We got stanislaw and we played like eight tournaments in a row, and each one we kept getting better to the end of the year and ELEAGUE.
VN: Losing Peter, did that have any emotional impact on you guys? You went from having that build up and success to all of the sudden you're starting from scratch again
WW: Yeah, it put us in a really bad spot. I don't hold it against Peter, though. He has his own reasons, and I'm never gonna hold a grudge against him for that. I respect his decision overall. It's just the fact that he did it so abruptly and right before a bunch of tournaments like Vegas and Katowice (that sucks). It kind of put us in a rough spot, but what can you do? That's life.
VN: And how did you guys try to rebound from that? As you said, you kind of just have to accept it and move on, right?
WW: It's not like we're harping on it every day going, "Man, I wish we had stan." We just looked at it as "OK, he's gone. We have to figure out what to do." We tried out Hiko, and it didn't work out too well. He did his best with the role he was given, but he didn't fit in too well with us. We tried out freakazoid for a day or two. And then we went to JasonR.
VN: What's your take on trash talk and its purpose and why maybe there isn't a whole lot?
WW: I think trash talk is good, but if it's in good taste. I think sometimes the way K0nfig does it, it comes out as he's being serious about it, which I'm sure he doesn't actually mean it. I think trash talk is good if it's in good taste. It's for entertainment and the show, and you're not actually shit-talking someone.
VN: What's the key to a good dig?
WW: You gotta find the most vulnerable point. Going by memes, for example, there was Astralis and choking or Liquid choking. I'm not gonna say something like that, but if you wanna get to someone, that's the kind of thing you gotta say.
VN: Away from the game, what's the last book you've read or TV show you watched? How do you unwind?
WW: I'm watching two series right now: Fargo and Better Call Saul. That's what I'm watching right now, and they're both great shows.
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I'm a veteran teacher of Latin who has devised methods and materials to ultimately simplify the learning of Latin. I'm now authoring an introductory to Latin textbook that incorporate tjese simplified methods. Currently (i.e. as of Dec. 2010,) however, I have no experience in tutoring on-line students. So at this time I'm offering my on-line services free of charge because I want to learn how to become an excellent on-line teacher of Latin.
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Goodbye to computer games - this is much more fun. Three cardboard ducks are mechanically 'put up' in the air. The rotating arms with the birds automatically rise, and slowly fall. The idea is to hit the flying birds with the wooden arrows – not an easy task. Children quickly find out that aiming, shooting at and hitting a moving target is an acquired skill. The French invented this game in 1908 – it's a great introduction to the art of game-bird shooting. It trains hand/eye co-ordination and, above all, teaches the sporting spirit: a brief moment of pleasure when you succeed, a brief moment of disappointment when you don't, followed by the will to 'try, try and try again'!
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One of IMOCO's main services is heavy rigging—the moving of large industrial machinery in and out of facilities—which also requires complex electrical installations. And every company that does electrical contracting is required by state law to employ at least one "qualified individual," a licensed electrician who oversees and directs this type of daily work. As Project Manager for IMOCO, Norman Sexton can do it all. With over 30 years experience as a licensed electrician, as well as the expertise to oversee rigging projects and general industrial construction, Norman is one of the big reasons why IMOCO stays a head above the rest.
Because of Norman and our lead electricians that work under him, IMOCO specializes in turnkey projects for relocating an existing machine or machine line. The process begins with setting a concrete foundation, then the heavy machinery is unloaded and hooked up to all of its necessary utility services (electric, air, water, and/or process piping). The type of specialized industrial electrical work that IMOCO undertakes requires continuing education for both the electrical contractor, Norman, and his crew of lead electricians. For instance, arc flash safety protocol has been developed so that, any time Norman or any of his electricians are in harm's way, they must don a specialized arc flash suit.
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The world of pop culture came to the Fresno Fairgrounds with the sixth annual Ani-Me Con on March 18 and 19. With the sights and sounds of concerts, vendors, maid cafe and cosplayers during the two day event, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
The event featured 138 vendors from all over the Central Valley, selling an array of items from comics, sci-fi, movies and anime. Attendees had many options to choose from, such as action figures, comic book, replica swords and key chains.
This was not just a vendor fair; the event featured other activities for attendees to engage in. The convention also had live performances from musicians and dance groups such as Lovely Rushers, DJ Royal T and Corps Dance Crew as well as special guest voice actor panels, cosplay contest and live action roleplay duel tournaments.
Attendees are just as much a part of the event as the featured guests when they come to the event dressed as their favorite characters, for they go all out in their outfits bringing their characters to life down to the smallest detail.
Event coordinator Rick Phoeung was overwhelmed by the turnout as the event sold out after the first two hours of the first day's activities. Phoeung said he tried to have something for everyone, no matter what shows, movies or pop culture memorabilia they are into.
"The event had always been a success, but this year has been our best one yet," Phoeung said. "We try to cater the event to everyone by adding more guests and vendors in our events to keep things fresh."
No activity in the convention provided attendees a more unique experience than the Kinu Cafe which offered customers the option of having a maid or butler serve them. Instead of simply serving customers, however, the maid or butler would sit down at the guest's table for a conversation or tabletop game.
Butler Pedro Asahi said the Kinu Cafe provides patrons an experience they don't get from any other cafe.
"We try to have fun with our customers and give them the experience by sitting down with them and playing tabletop games and getting to know them," Asahi said. "The more comfortable we make our customers feel, the more fun they will have and want to come back."
Conventions like Ani-Me Con provide the perfect place for participants to take pictures with their favorite fictional characters. They are able to use their cell phones to take pictures, or be photographed by professionals at the Donovan Conway Photography company's booth. Photos could be of themselves or with cosplayer Jessie James Hollywood.
"We meet a lot of people, and we want them to have fun taking high quality photos with a cosplayer," Conway said. "Being able to feel comfortable enough to take photos while getting in character in cosplay is the best way for everyone to have fun."
For new guests, first impressions are everything. Kirstyn Hobson, who is a first time attendee, said she enjoyed the event and looks forward to next year.
"It had a lot of things that I am into, from comic books to all of the homemade stuff," Hobson said. "All of the things that happened during the event is really making me look forward to future events whenever they have them."


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With the release of the 20th Anniversary Edition of Madden NFL 09, another football season is officially upon us. We hit up game designer Daniel Castorani for an inside look at the new Madden arsenal. Trust us when we tell you: regardless of your skill level, this Madden is for you.
Maden NFL 09 [EA Sports]
Overview: Designers of the 20th edition of the Madden franchise kicked it up a few notches with 85 new features, including adaptable gameplay. Castorani says, "[We did this] to make the game more accessible to people who had not played the game before [and] to add depth for our hardcore community, our Madden faithful."
Systems: Xbox 360, Xbox, PS3, PS2, PSP, Wii
Release Date: Aug. 12
STACK's Favorite New Feature
BackTrack: Learn plays on both sides of the ball, then use the customized feedback to learn from your mistakes. Castorani says, "If you make a wrong call, we detect that. …We show you a replay, and say 'Hey, you made a bad call, [which is] why the offense was successful. Here's what you should do next time.'" Every player will benefit from this feature, according to Castorani. "We're talking about football things that people might not inherently know, and play call is one of those things," he says. "I really think it's going to be helpful to new users, and people who are more experienced are [also] going to get something out of it."
STACK Honorable Mention
Virtual Trainer: According to Castorani, this feature teaches you how to play the gamefor example how to read blocks as a running back. "You have the ball, and you need to make it to the end zone," he explains. "We give you light blockers, [so] you learn really quickly that if you outrun your blockers, you're getting tackled. We teach you the mechanics."
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Created on 08-14-2015 07:29 AM - edited 08-14-2015 07:30 AM
Using Spark, how can I join 3 pair-RDD?
I'm able to:
So, to get a RDD joining the 3 files, I have to perform 2 joins.
Thanks :)
Created 08-26-2015 03:04 AM
How about using cogroup.?
Sparks' co group can work on 3 RDDs at once.
The below is scala cogroup syntax i have checked, it says, it can combine two RDDs other1 and other2 at the same time.
def cogroup[W1, W2](other1: RDD[(K, W1)], other2: RDD[(K, W2)]): RDD[(K, (Seq[V], Seq[W1], Seq[W2]))]
For each key k in this or other1 or other2, return a resulting RDD that contains a tuple with the list of values for that key in this, other1 and other2.
I cannot work on spark as i do not have set up at office, otherwise, would love to try this.
After cogroup, you can apply mapValues and merge the three sequences
Thank You.
Created 08-26-2015 04:25 AM
Thanks for your reply, this is a very interesting functionality you have pointed out!
I will have a look at this and check if it also works for complex joins (like outer jons).


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Hot Tub Monkeys
It was only last week that Google announced their new "Trekker" Street View camera that would them to record images in places that were inaccessible even to the Street View Trike or the Street View Trolley – but only a…
Friday, 15th June 2012
Romania's Black Sea Coast
With Google's expansion of Street View coverage this month into Romania, we now have street-level imagery of the Black Sea Coast for the first time. Known as the Romanian Riviera, the Black Sea Coast is littered with popular beaches and resorts. As well, the coast serves as Romania's shipping link to the rest of the world.
Thursday, 13th January 2011
Street View Ireland: 4 weeks later
Four weeks ago, Google launched their Street View service in the Republic of Ireland. Google had been capturing pictures1 of Irish cities, towns and countryside over the previous year. So where were you the day the circus came to town?…
Wednesday, 27th October 2010
Australia's Top Ten Giant Animals
We've visited many of the world's largest objects here on Google Sightseeing, but if there is one country that – more than any other – has a fondness for large roadside attractions, it is Australia. So we present Australia's Top…
Friday, 23rd April 2010
This year's Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts drew 177,000 party people to deepest Somerset, reaffirming Glastonbury's position as the largest greenfield music and performing arts festival in the world. Some went for the music. Some went for the mud.…
Wednesday, 1st July 2009
Desert Dome (Desert Week 2)
Welcome to the second annual GSS Desert Week! In time-honoured tradition, we'll mostly be posting about deserts. For about a week! The Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, is renowned across the US for exhibits like the largest cat complex in…
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Purrsonally, this sounds like our idea of a dream vacation! But for one man--who, for whatever strange reason--is afraid of cats--it's more of an endurance test. This episode of "Impractical Jokers" features show regular Sal, a grown man who's always been afraid of itty bitty fuzzy kitties, facing his worst fear--cats galore! The result will have you cracking up (and, if you're like us, more than a little jealous!). The real question is: Will this make Sal a cat lover?
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Cincinnati, Ohio (April 21, 2015) – Ideopia, a B2B and B2C integrated marketing agency, celebrates its 25th year in the advertising business by launching the Treebie Initiative, a program designed to replace trees for every print project completed by the agency for its clients.
For every print job ordered by a client, Ideopia makes a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation, The Nature Conservancy, Cincinnati Nature Center or Great Parks of Hamilton County. The client is then presented with a Treebie award, printed on 100% post-consumer fiber, with earth-friendly toner instead of ink, and processed chlorine free. The awards are suitable for hanging on the official Dano the Squirrel Treebie Display Peg.
"Any time we can make cool work and help the environment in a big way, that's a win in my book," said copywriter Eric House. "It feels even better to support these great organizations, and pass Treebies along to our clients, friends and families."
"Giving back to the community has always been a part of Ideopia's DNA, long before Corporate Social Responsibility was a buzzword," said Bill Abramovitz, CEO and Creative Director. "We've been involved in projects from helping keep at-risk students in high school so they graduate, to making home ownership a possibility for lower income families. We've built marketing campaigns for agencies that provide services for critically ill children and helped non-profits with programs that make it possible for low-income students to earn college credits right in their own neighborhood. We even created a video game to raise awareness of the necessity of having pets spayed or neutered."
More information on Treebie and an infographic on the Treebie Effect available at www.ideopia.com/eco/
About Ideopia
Founded in 1990, Ideopia is a B2B and B2C integrated marketing agency that partners with clients to achieve long-term goals through interactive marketing, web development, social media, public relations and advertising. Ideopia recently announced the creation of its new medical division, designed to meet the specific demands of companies in the medical and healthcare fields.
Headquartered in Cincinnati but lives in the cloud at www.ideopia.com and www.IdeopiaMedical.com
For behind-the-scenes photos of how Treebie came to life, check out our facebook page at www.Facebook.com/ideopia.


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Here is a mention that, at first sign, seems to be explicit enough, stating that the manufacturer did not use animal testing to assess the tolerance or the sanitary safety of its product. However, after a closer look, and in most of the cases, this mention is particularly unclear, it even gives no information, or is even … illegal! Some clues.
The European Directive on Cosmetics products (and several of its amendments) has planned the progressive ban of animal testing of hygiene and beauty products. At the same time, it has issued a request for developing scientifically validated alternative methods, to assure consumers of the safety of products for human health.
The agenda
Several steps and target dates have been set up for a total ban:
• The first step: ban of animal testing of finished products, i.e. the products in their final formula, as marketed. This is mandatory since 11 September 2004.
• Second step: ban of animal testing of ingredients or combinations of thereof. Gradually enforced as alternative methods are validated. Target date (even if no alternative method is availble): March 11, 2009. An exception: if the ingredient is toxic due to repeated doses or toxic to reproduction: then, the target date is March 11, 2013.
How to understand the mention?
• A product with a mention as "Finished product (or Formula) not animal tested" says nothing more than "I comply with the law", as it is mandatory for all finished cosmetics, be it written or not, since 2004. It is NOT an information, nothing different from competitors' … if the law is enforced.
• More uncertain, the mention "No animal testing", when it does not say explicitly what is not tested. Is it only the finished product, or also its ingredients? When in such a doubt, the reason says "take the least restrictive option". Back to the previous point.
Nuances and (lack of) transparency
After the rules have been written, let us have a look at their implementation … and the disputes they give rise to, for different reasons.
About the definition : members of the "pro animal testing lobbies", as they are called by animal activists that ask for a complete ban of animal testing, get some results when trying to postpone or alleviate changes in regulation. They have been helped by France, which began by being against any ban. They point out that the mention "Not animal tested" or "Ingredients not animal tested" is almost always false, as almost all of the ingredients have been tested on animals, some time ago. There is only one way out: only new ingredients could be labelled, or a commitment to perform no animal testing in the future …
Some manufacturers use a loophole, suggesting mentions such as "Against animal testing" or "Do not use animal testing". Nevertheless, "do not use" does not mean "never subcontract tests" or "Do not order tests by ingredients' suppliers" … We are still waiting for a European text, which would be a stringent frame and would clarify mentions about no animal testing (up to now, the only document is a set of Guidelines, somewhat loose, issued in 2006).
About the application : how to check the current regulation is complied with? Quite difficult! Banning animal testing on finished products is not enough; manufacturers must also no longer use them, and should be prosecuted if they do. Especially in this area, the industry lacks in transparency. However, some official data are telltale signs: in 2005, i.e. the year following the implementation of the ban, cosmetics tests have increased by 107% in Europe! When the number of animals used has decreased by 12% in Germany, it was 5% higher in France.
About the statement: note that, after regulatory documents, the mention claiming the absence of animal testing is simply … to be ban on the label of a cosmetic, as it would breach the most basic rules.
The following one is typical; it should be introduced in the Common Criteria for claims which may be used to cosmetic products (a document in progress at the European level), which states: "Claims which convey the idea that a product has a specific benefit when this benefit is mere compliance with minimum legal requirements shall not be allowed." It is quite clear: nobody can claim to meet the regulatory requirements. In this case, animal testing being officially banned for all the cosmetics and their ingredients on the European territory, nobody could claim they were not used.
So a word to the wise … as this sentence makes many labels illegal! They should be redesigned with the questionable wording erased, quite soon, unless facing penalties!
No mention, then, though, as per Isabelle Orquevaux Hary, the Scientific and Regulatory Advisor in the French Federation of Beauty Companies (FEBEA), nothing prevents a manufacturer to proof its commitment in favour of the animal welfare, for instance, by displaying on the products packaging the Leaping Bunny logo of the One Voice association. It says the same thing, without telling it explicitly, as it is only the (official) proof that this manufacturer is a member of the association!


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Indians stop streak
Bell's strong start helps Spokane edge Everett
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After their second four-game losing streak of the young season, the Spokane Indians once again turned to starter Chad Bell to stop the bleeding and, once again, Bell delivered.
The 6-foot, 3-inch southpaw struck out eight hitters over five innings against Everett, working in and out of jams as the Indians' offense broke through with a two-run seventh inning, giving Spokane the 5-4 win Sunday to even the series at 1-1 at Avista Stadium.
"At this point a win is huge," said Bell, who did not earn the decision for his second straight start. "Hopefully we'll carry our momentum into tomorrow. They all played great, everyone had heart and it was a good win."
Bell added his defense helped pick him up in big spots, as he was able to scatter six hits, while allowing just the three runs. In his final inning of work, he followed up a solo home run from Kevin Mailloux with a three-pitch strikeout of Kevin Rivers.
"I felt like every time I missed a spot they were getting a hit," Bell said. "But the defense picked me up and I felt like I made some good pitches when I had to."
For the first time in five games, Spokane (2-7) was outhit by its opponent as the AquaSox (8-2) collected 10 hits, including three home runs.
Unlike the previous four losses, however, the Indians came through when it mattered most, cashing in with the bases loaded in the fourth and seventh innings.
With the score tied 3-3 in the seventh, Michael Olt walked on four pitches to force in the go-ahead run and Guillermo Pimentel drove in Ryan Strausborger with a sacrifice fly to give the Indians a 5-3 lead.
"We had to find a way to win a game," said Spokane shortstop Jurickson Profar, who reached in the two-run seventh with a bunt single. "In the other games, we had the bases loaded but we can't get them around, but today was different, this was the way to win a ballgame."
Profar, who was 2 for 4, also came up with the stop of the night in the top of the eighth.
Rivers brought Everett within one with a leadoff blast off Indians reliever Colby Killian. Everett then loaded the bases Terry Serrano hit a hot shot up the middle of the infield. Profar stabbed it with a diving catch, stepping on second base before turning the inning-ending double play.
Holding a one-run lead in the ninth, the Indians handed the ball to Ovispo De Los Santos, who struck out the side to earn the save.
"I think just that last inning right there can give us momentum," Bell said. "(De Los Santos) comes in and he strikes out three in a row, that's momentum in itself.
"Promar making that play – that picked us up. We're just trying to carry over the energy."
In nine innings of work so far this season, Bell has 13 strikeouts while only allowing two walks. … The Indians, who earned their first home win of the year, are now 1-4 at home this season with three games left on the current homestand.
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My first project is a Christmas one and features the Silent Night stamp set. I have seen other designers make oversized, long cards and I thought this was the perfect chance to try that.
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To create the framed base of the card I used the Deckle Edge A2 die set to die cut both patterned plaid paper and white cardstock. Foam tape was added behind the plaid piece to add some dimension. Before placing the flower, I stamped some stems on a piece of blue cardstock (the background for the card front). In some cases I had to hand draw with a thin black marker to make them long enough. After apply a little Copic marker the flowers were ready to place with layers of foam tape.
I die cut the word Sympathy from white cardstock three times using the With Sympathy die, glued then together and then covered it with glitter pen. "And prayers" was white heat embossed on black paper using the With Sympathy Stamp set. To adhere the word a few dots of glue were applied to the place where they overlapped with the frame and some tiny foam tape was added behind the middle of the word.
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The private sector provides 80 per cent of the group. PHOTO | SALATON NJAU Kenya's middle class mainly lives in large cities with Nairobi taking the lion's share of the population at 30.5 per cent, a new study shows. The study of the income class by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) Kenya says Mombasa is second at 11.1 per cent and Kisumu third at 3.1 per cent. Other towns hosting the class include Nakuru (2.8 per cent), Eldoret (1.9 per cent) and Thika (1.8 per cent).
Urbanisation and the presence of service industries such as finance, insurance, construction and education have led to the concentration of the middle class in large towns, says the study. "The middle class constituted of those earning between Sh76,392 to Sh102,429 in 2015 or Sh49,656 to Sh67,380 in 2009," said IEA chief executive Kwame Owino during the launch. The middle class, according to the study, is primarily drawn from the formal sector comprising 272,569 employees as at 2015.
President Kenyatta commissions second phase of SGR project - Daily Nation. Kenya: 5 Key Economic Sectors That Kenya Needs to Turn Around - World Bank. By Ken Macharia Kenya's economy has experienced a mixed bag of fortunes over the last decade, showing resilience in tumultuous years and sluggish growth in anchor sectors like agriculture and manufacturing.
The stellar performer, according to a World Bank report, is the service sector which contributed 72 percent of the increase in Kenya's GDP between 2006 and 2013. The Bank's Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) report singles out the intersection of (a fairly developed) financial sector and mobile communications as an enabler of other services and a facilitator of trade. An enduring entrepreneurial and innovative spirit has seen a rapid growth of formal business startups, creating job opportunities albeit at a lower than the expected rate. Kenya: Kidero to Launch Night Market to Promote 24hr Economy. By Simon Ndonga Nairobi — A night market targeting young traders that's aimed at promoting a 24 hour economy in Nairobi is set to be launched next week at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre.
The initiative by the Youth Agenda to be launched by Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero will attract more than 300 youthful entrepreneurs and will commence at 4pm and end at midnight. How getting water from an ATM is saving lives (and wallets) in Nairobi. People in a slum called Mathare in Nairobi, Kenya, are now hitting up water ATMs for their water needs.
These machines are controlled in central locations and that charge fees for dispensing water. Now, before you start yelling in outrage, consider this: everybody loves the water ATM. Kenya: Call Centre Services Set Up Earns Kenya a Place in Top 50. By James Kariuki Kenya is the latest entrant in the top 50 countries recognised for call centre services driven by reliable Internet connection and a 7,000-strong labour force.
Global Services Location Index (GSLI) placed the country at position 39, with Tunisia at 38, Senegal (45) and South Africa (48). The report said Kenya, a first time entrant in the ranking, had shown remarkable progress in Information, Communication and Technology development via establishment of reliable optic fibre cables to businesses within its cities as well as sponsored several innovation hubs where software applications are being invented. It said Kenya could do well by training more personnel to drive innovations that could be relied upon to solve various aspects of the day-to-day business activities thereby helping multinational companies reduce costs of employing staff.
Banking and Financial News,Islamic Business and Finance, Commercial Banking. The report findings underline the strength of the Kenyan economy; as it welcomes growing attention from UAE organisations – following recent initiatives from Dubai Chamber and leading UAE companies such as Dubai Exports to connect business in the UAE and Kenya.
The Report: Kenya 2016, produced by the Oxford Business Group (OBG), reveals that Kenya's economic outlook for the years ahead looks robust, despite recent challenges such as a trade deficit and rising debt. Following 2014's GDP rebasing, the country is now East Africa's largest economy and boasts a prominent profile in the East African Community (EAC). According to official forecasts, Kenya is set to outperform key economic indicators, with GDP growth expected to be around 6.5 - 7 percent in 2015 and to continue at a similar level for the coming years. Kenya reviewing the 70-30% rule forcing foreign investors into JV with locals - Ecofin Agency. (Ecofin Agency) - Kenya's government announced on November 13, it would review the rule that forces foreign investors to hold not more than 70% of stakes in a company and partner with locals.
Known as the 70-30% rule, this law was introduced in another related to business establishment (Companies Act). Since it was implemented, many complaints arose from foreign investors and multilateral financial backers who judged that it would slow down foreign investment in the country who seeks to stimulate its economic growth and generate more jobs. "The rule is being reviewed at the moment. Kenyan Millionaire Numbers Seen Rising at Double Global Pace. The number of U.S.
-dollar millionaires in Kenya will grow at more than double the global rate over the next decade as the economy expands, according to Africa's biggest lender. Individuals with a net worth of more than $1 million will increase 74 percent by 2024, compared with 31 percent globally, Deon de Klerk, global head of wealth and investment management at Standard Bank Group Ltd., said in an interview Thursday in the capital, Nairobi. Kenya's Vision 2030 to fast track at Special economic zones. NAIROBI: After decades of under-performance, the Chinese economy almost stagnated during the 1970s.
This occasioned calls for systemic change and pervasive economic reforms, buoyed in part by signals from the top national leadership to institute open door policy. This was a qualitative shift from the centralised and planned economic policies hitherto adopted by the country. To move its economy towards modernisation and internationalisation, China chose Special Economic Zones (SEZs) which are perhaps the most emblematic of market-oriented economies only helped to underscore that dramatic shift. World Bank - Africa "Kenya" Kenyan passport among the 50 most powerful in the world. The Kenyan passport has been ranked among the 50 most powerful in the world.
The rankings released by Financial Advisory firm Arton Capital on their tool passport index are based on how many countries a passport holder can visit without requiring an advance visa or having to purchase one upon arrival to their destination country. The Kenyan passport is tied with those of four other countries which include Jamaica, Cuba, Tonga and Botswana with their passport holders being able to access 68 countries visa free or with a visa-on-arrival.
Kenya is listed as having the 6th most powerful passport in Africa behind Seychelles which enables their passport holders to access 116 countries, Mauritius (111), South Africa (84), Guinea (81) and Sierra Leone (69). Kenya begins constructing security wall along Somali border. Nairobi, April 14 The Kenyan government has begun constructing a security wall along its border with Somalia to curb cross-border incursions by Somali Al-Shabaab militants. Director of Immigration Services Gordon Kihalangwa, who officially broke the ground in Mandera late on Monday, urged the locals to support the project which he said would help prevent Al Shabaab militants from crossing into Kenya, Xinhua news agency reported. Kihalangwa said the wall would run from Mandera in the north to Kiunga in the east coast, covering Mandera, Wajir, Garissa and Lamu counties. He said the purpose of the wall was to demarcate the Kenya-Somalia border besides securing the country from Al Shabaab militants, adding that the government was doing everything possible to sensitise members of the public on the importance of the wall.
Kihalangwa said the wall would not bar cross-border movement, adding that there would be designated points for exit and entry into the country. Kenya's tea exports reach 499 million in 2014. At the end of the 2013/2014 campaign, Kenya produced 444.8 million kilograms of tea, 12.6 million kilograms more than the previous season.
Kenya says new roads, rail links will help spur economic growth to 7% Reuters Last Updated: 02 March 2015|15:05 GMT Kenya's drive to improve rail, roads and power plants will help spur economic growth to 6.9 per cent in 2015. Kenya's drive to improve rail, roads and power plants will help spur economic growth to 6.9 per cent in 2015 and 7 per cent in coming years, its finance minister said. Henry Rotich also told the Reuters Africa Investment Summit that the government would remain "active" in international capital markets after its oversubscribed Eurobond debut last year, but did not give details of new issues.
As well as infrastructure development, Kenya's economy would benefit from the drop in global oil prices, which would spur the manufacturing sector and lift consumption, he said. "There is a lot of economic activity and potential growth in almost all sectors is tangible," Rotich said in response to questions emailed by Reuters. However, he said the outlook still remained susceptible to security concerns. 238 Kenyans on list of those with Swiss bank accounts. In total Kenyans are holding $557 Million in a single Swiss-bank. The amount is equivalent to what the east African country has budgeted for infrastructure projects such as roads, airports and ports in the year 2014/2015. The expose by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) followed the stealing of HSBC client data by Herve Falciani, a former IT employee of HSBC's Swiss private bank. HSBC said Falciani downloaded details of accounts and clients at the end of 2006 and early 2007.
French authorities have obtained data on thousands of the customers and shared them with tax authorities elsewhere. "The maximum amount of money associated with a client connected to Kenya was $35.8 million (Sh3.27billion)," the report showed and further revealed that some 742 Kenyans or individuals with Kenya links were operating 1,093 bank accounts with HSBC. What makes Nairobi Africa's 'most intelligent' city. According to the Intelligent Community Forum, "intelligent communities" are those that have taken "conscious steps" to create an economy that can prosper in the "broadband economy. " The group has recently released its latest rankings, recognizing the achievements of communities that have built inclusive, prosperous economies on a basis of information and communication technologies. Nairobi was the only African city to appear on their shortlist of 21 hubs throughout the world for 2015.
Intelligent Community Forum co-founder Robert Bell says: "We see a strong foundation being put into place [in Nairobi]: sensible, pro-growth government policy, a more diversified economy, and an innovation ecosystem of startups, international companies and universities. "Nairobi certainly has the opportunity to build an exciting future for its citizens, businesses and institutions. " Kenyans rated most generous people in Africa. Mobile Technology Spurs Water Connections for Nairobi Slum. Meru_rising_conference_report.pdf. Investors seize on opportunities of expanding private universities in Kenya.
Kenya: Avic International to Build Africa HQ in Nairobi. By Margaret Wahito Nairobi — Global Chinese manufacturing firm AVIC International Holding Corporation is expected to invest over Sh17.8 billion ($200million) in setting up its Africa Headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya. Kenya among top ten countries that ensure gender balance observed. Kenyan family businesses thrive – PwC. The most from the coast. Kenya's Economy Jumps by a Quarter to Join Africa's Top 10. KENYA: Kenya dares to be different. Kenya's economy grows by 25% after recalculation. Kenya overtakes Ghana, Tunisia as size of economy climbs by 25% Kenya joins middle income economy status on Tuesday - Pan African Visions. Nairobi motorists go into cashless parking. The most from the coast.
Solarcentury to build the largest carport solar system in Africa. Forests for the future: Kenya's carbon credit scheme. Kenya plans to lower cost of electricity. Consumers in Kenya, Consumer Incomes. M-Pesa available in Australia. Qatar Airways to Accept Ticket Payment Via M-Pesa. Kenya : Kenyan govt fast-tracking special economic zones - Apparel News Kenya. GZ Industries to build a can manufacturing firm at Sultan Hamud. Kenya Aims to be Africa's Gateway for Manufacturing. Kenya's economy ranked third biggest in Africa. Majority phones sold in Kenya are smartphones. Kenya setting the scene for business in East Africa, says analyst.
Kenya still tops in private equity deals. Retailing in Kenya. Kenya earns 543 mln USD in 2013 from export economic zones. Kenya diaspora inflows hit record high in 2013 - Money Markets. Why Kenya's Economy is now Africa's Powerhouse. Philippines firm sets up BPO venture. The State of Kenya's Private Sector - Recommendations for Government-Development Partners and the Private Sector.pdf. Kenya's business climate on the upswing. Exclusive: Huge water reserve discovered in Kenya. Get smart: Charge your phone while walking in this shoe. Kenya Investment Opportunities, East Africa Foreign Investment Attractions and Opportunities. Kenyan businesses rated second best in Africa. Kenya dusts off plan for new Mombasa–Malaba rail link. Alternative Energy Africa. East Africa: Big gains for Kenya's giants. One Third of Kenyans Now Have a Bitcoin Wallet. Food chains sign to Lipa na M-Pesa service - Business_News. Kenya Allocates Millions For 'One Laptop One Child Programme'
Kenyan Economy to Surge 6% – World Bank. Debt management company seeks partner in Kenya. Forbes Africa May 2013 - Behind the scenes with Naushad Merali. Kenya sees 6% economy growth. Middle class sprawls in Nairobi, Kenya. Ten things Kenya's new president can do to make the region richer : Special Reports. Invest Africa Episode 4: Kenya.


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The Turkish government has signed a deal with a Japanese-French consortium to build a new nuclear power station.
The $22bn (£14bn) contract is Japan's first successful bid for an overseas nuclear project since a tsunami wrecked the Fukushima power station.
The deal was signed by visiting Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said it would transform relations with Japan into a "strategic partnership".
"What happened at Fukushima upset all of us. But these things can happen. Life goes on. Successful steps are being taken now with the use of improved technology," the Turkish prime minister added.
The deal comes as part of renewed efforts to promote Japanese nuclear technologies abroad, despite concerns over safety.
One of the Japanese firms included in the consortium is Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, one of the companies behind the Fukushima plant damaged in the 2011 earthquake and tsunami.
Turkey is also prone to earthquakes, and the government cited Japan's expertise in earthquake protection as one of the factors in signing the deal.
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Sheffield Dance Competition 2019
Posted by Kess in Medicine on March 12, 2019
Firstly, I can't believe it's March already! This year is absolutely flying by, but I feel like I've achieved so much already in just two months which is a great feeling. However, with it being March, this also means that it is the end of competition season… I can't believe it! This season has gone […]
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Posted by Kess in Medicine on February 28, 2019
Another week over, which means another dance competition complete. And let me tell you, it was the best one yet! As you probably know by now, I'm a member of the Dance Performance Society at uni and have been for four years. I've competed in inter-uni dance competitions since first year, but, whilst the […]
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When I started uni, I joined the Dance Performance Society and it was the best decision I've ever made! They offer lots of different types of dance: contemporary, jazz, ballet and tap. There are endless opportunities to perform with the society, including competing in inter-uni competitions, which brings me to this vlog! It's the beginning of competition […]
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Being a student at the university of Leicester is great for many different reasons. One of these is being immersed into the extremely multicultural environment of the city. This is particularly apparent at this time of the year, DIWALI. Leicester hosts the BIGGEST Diwali festival outside of India! There is always a big celebration in […]
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