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Martin Luther King Memorial in Yerba Buena Gardens
Chelsea Shuto
Professor Harrison
28 Nov. 2012
Final Essay
Situated on the corner of 4th St. and Mission St., in downtown San Francisco is Yerba Buena Gardens. Sounds from the hustle and bustle of cars driving and people walking permeate Yerba Buena Gardens, except in one particular location. In one corner of the gardens stands a Martin Luther King Jr. memorial. The memorial is breathtakingly beautiful with a fifty foot high and twenty foot wide waterfall that falls over Sierra granite. In the Memorial's hallway, visitors read quotes from Dr. King himself that are engraved on glass panels and set in granite. The physical beauty of the memorial is undeniable, however many people are not aware of the symbolism lying beneath the memorial's surface. The memorial's waterfall symbolizes the realization of Dr. King's dreams the realization of Dr. King's dream, the tears shed by millions and of the voices of African Americas The memorial also reminds us of the oppressed African Americans whose voices were drowned out ignored; yet, it is apparent that society was pushed backwards in the race to equality with the mandatory evacuation of thousands of people due to the development of the Yerba Buena Gardens. King Jr. dreamt that all human beings, regardless of skin color, will one day be able to live in a completely free, just, and non-discriminatory society. It was his dream of an equal society that pushed Martin Luther King Jr. to become an advocate for universal suffrage. Even though the United States already had universal suffrage, unfair literacy tests and poll taxes plagued the voting process and disqualified nearly all impoverished African
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text: Sections View Full Chapter Figures Tables Videos Full Chapter Figures Tables Videos Supplementary Content ++ OVERVIEW ++ Gastaut presented a series of 36 patients with seizures suggesting occipital lobe origin, associated migraine-like symptoms, and occipital paroxysms of spike-waves, and proposed this condition as a new epileptic syndrome in childhood.1 The 1989 International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) Commission named this syndrome "childhood epilepsy with occipital paroxysms" and included it in the group of localization-related idiopathic epilepsies together with benign childhood epilepsy with centrotemporal spikes (BCECTSs).2 In 1989, two studies by Panayiotopoulos based on a long follow-up of his patients called attention to a specific cluster of symptoms present in what he called "benign nocturnal childhood occipital epilepsy (COE)."3,4 Vomiting as an ictal symptom and "cerebral insult-like" partial status epilepticus including autonomic symptoms were the most striking clinical manifestations.3,4 Thereafter, several authors preferred the eponymic nomenclature of "Panayiotopoulos syndrome" (PS) in order to include patients with and without occipital spikes or occipital ictal origins.5,6,7 ++ Our group proposed designating the first syndrome as "Gastaut type of benign childhood occipital epilepsy" in order to distinguish it from the "Panayiotopoulos type of benign childhood occipital epilepsy" or PS, which also manifests with occipital paroxysms.5,6,8,9,10 These criteria were adopted by the Task Force on Classification and Terminology of the ILAE.11 ++ In this chapter, we consider the therapeutic management of benign occipital epilepsies recognized in the Classification and Terminology of ILAE11 that include, early-onset benign COE "Panayiotopoulos type" (PS) and late-onset childhood occipital epilepsy "Gastaut type" (COE of Gastaut). ++ PANAYIOTOPOULOS SYNDROME ++ PS is a clearly recognized syndrome and the second-most frequent benign focal epilepsy syndrome in childhood after BCECTSs. PS is four to eight times more frequent than COE of Gastaut.8 ++ Seventy-five percent of patients experience their first seizure between the ages of 3 and 6 years. PS affects boys and girls equally and in two-thirds of patients seizures occur only in sleep. Seizures may occur while awake and onset may be inconspicuous with pallor, agitation, nausea, and vomiting.8 ++ The duration of the seizures is usually long, commonly lasting for more than 5 minutes, and in approximately 40% of cases lasts more than 30 minutes, constituting in those cases a focal or secondarily generalized status epilepticus. Three groups of symptoms are the most important in PS.5,6,7,12,13,14 ++ CLINICAL FEATURES ++ CORE CLINICAL FEATURES ++ Ictal Emetic Symptoms and Other Autonomic Manifestations ++ Ictal vomiting, which is relatively unusual in other epilepsies, occurs in approximately 80% of cases of PS. In seizures from wakefulness, other symptoms from the emetic spectrum such as nausea or retching occur during or before the vomiting.15 Pallor is the most frequent autonomic manifestation. ... GET ACCESS TO THIS RESOURCE Sign In Username Error: Please enter User Name Password Error: Please enter Password Forgot Username? Forgot Password? Sign in via OpenAthens Sign in via Shibboleth Get Free Access Through Your Institution Contact your institution's library to ask if they subscribe to McGraw-Hill Medical Products. Access My Subscription GET ACCESS TO THIS RESOURCE Subscription Options Pay Per View Timed Access to all of AccessPediatrics 24 Hour $34.95 (USD) Buy Now 48 Hour $54.95 (USD) Buy Now Best Value AccessPediatrics Full Site: One-Year Individual Subscription $595 USD Buy Now View All Subscription Options


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CHICAGO – Illinois lawmakers are looking at ways to shrink a recently approved gambling expansion bill to avoid a veto from Gov. Pat Quinn, who has said he'd "never support" it because it was too big.
The measure sent to the Democratic governor last month would add five casinos in central and northern Illinois – including one in Chicago – and expand existing ones. It also would add slot machines at existing casinos and allow horseracing tracks to have them for the first time.
Quinn has said he was open to a casino in Chicago but opposed the four others, calling them "way too many."
Senate President John Cullerton has put a hold on the measure as he and other Democrats consider ways to scale it back. That hold stops the clock on the legislation and buys legislators time before an upcoming special session.
State Sen. Terry Link, D-Waukegan, who sponsored the legislation, said Quinn "has indicated very strongly that he wants to see a reduction."
"He doesn't want to see it as big," Link said. "So his message was loud and clear to us, and we have to see how we can do this to appease what his concerns are.
"We don't want a veto," he said.
Not all Democrats are happy about the maneuvering. Rep. Lou Lang, the bill's House sponsor, said tinkering with parts of it could upset the delicate balance that made it happen.
"I've been working on this bill for 20 years, and I finally found the right combination," Lang said.
"If slots at tracks come off, you can't pass the bill. If the money for downstate agriculture comes off, you can't pass the bill. If you take out casinos for Danville and Rockford, it might damage the ability to pass the bill."
Under the bill, seven horse tracks could become "racinos," with slot machines to draw gamblers who have abandoned racing for other forms of gambling.
Slot machines and expanded horseracing would even come to the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
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Rebranding S1 Ep 1: When is the right time to rebrand?
I was recently approached by a new client who was looking to rebrand their blog. Their blog had been successful, but a lot of changes were happening in their business and after putting off a rebrand for a while, they decided now was the right time.
But do you know when it is the right time to rebrand and what are the signs you are ready to embark on the rebranding process?
- What does "a rebrand" mean?
- Reflect: What is your brand saying right now?
- Why you might consider a rebrand and the signs to look out for.
- What is the next step?
What does "a rebrand" mean?
(verb) change the corporate image of (a company or organisation).
Rebranding is the process of updating and changing how an established product or company is perceived by its customers. From revisiting the goals and visions, the messages you're communicating, the audience you're talking to and to how the business looks as a whole.
Visually, a full rebrand includes a new identity and brand system alongside a fresh way of communicating the messaging. This completes a whole new look and feel for the brand.
Rebranding may also include a name change if relevant to the new business direction which may happen if companies have merged for example.
There could be various reasons why you would choose to rebrand but usually it would be to align the brand with a new direction, revitalise the brand so it is more modern or to influence customers' perceptions.
Reflect: What is your brand saying now?
If you're thinking about rebranding as a business, there is usually something that has prompted you to consider it.
Rebranding can be both a very exciting process but also daunting so shouldn't be jumped into lightly. It's worth taking some time to reflect on your brand and consider the reasons why first.
Take some time to step back. First, look at your brand yourself and evaluate what it is currently communicating, who to and how. When I say communicating to your audience, there are many layers to this and it doesn't just refer to the words you're using or your logo.
You communicate on many layers through your messaging, your identity including the colours and fonts you're using, the style of imagery, your marketing materials to the customer service and the way you engage with your customers and suppliers. This all comes together to help build your brand – the way your customer perceives your company or product.
Work through a mini brand audit yourself, does your brand communicate what you want it to in the way you want it to? In business things change and evolve year on year. It's a helpful exercise to step back every so often to make sure everything is still in line.
Reflection on your brand shouldn't stop with you however, you need to be able to understand your brand from the perspective of others too. This is an important and insightful step that a lot of people forget to take.
Ask for feedback from others, especially people who come into contact and engage with your brand. This could be staff, customers, suppliers or peers.
There may be difference of opinion, but trusted and honest feedback is vital in the rebranding process and can be the difference between a bad rebrand decision and a game changer!
Why you might consider a rebrand and the signs to look out for.
As mentioned earlier there are a few different reasons why you might consider a rebrand which usually fall into three categories:
- Realigning the brand messaging
- Revitalising the brand look
- Refreshing the brand perceptions
It's also important to notice the signs that could prompt you to consider a rebrand. These signs may come in many forms, from various places. Here are a few reasons and a few signs to look out for.
1. Has there been a change in ownership / leadership?
A merge of owners or companies could lead to a rebrand in order to put a stamp onto the brand, streamline or to bring all values and names in line with each other.
2. Have your brand values changed?
Businesses evolve over time, adapting to changes in lifestyle habits, technological advances and customer requirements to name a few of which all can have an impact on brand values.
3. Has your target audience changed? Do you lack customer engagement or are you attracting the wrong customers?
When we first start out in business we have our ideal clients however as businesses evolve, these target audiences can change, whether it's a new sector, industry, to niche down or widen our customer scope.
Rebranding can help you re/engage with new audiences. If you're attracting the wrong customers and /or people you don't want to work with it might be a sign you need to rebrand.
4. Have your services / products evolved or are you taking the business in a new direction?
If you are launching new services and products or taking the business in a new direction, it's important to make sure your branding represents this and doesn't end up held back by past offerings.
5. Do you apologise for your business card or website?
I see this a lot. If you apologise for how your business card looks or you're embarrassed to send a link to your website. This is the biggest sign of needing to rebrand.
6. Have you got a bad reputation?
It can happen through one word, one person or one sale but a bad brand reputation can have a hugely negative impact on the business. Rebranding can help remedy this and also help re-engage with your audience.
7. Do you want to differentiate from the competition?
Branding is all about differentiating yourself from the competition and being unique. If you're blending in and you feel like your brand is getting lost, then it might be time to rebrand and make more of an impact and stand out.
8. Have you outgrown your brand, and / or your graphics outdated?
Business growth is great! However often this can mean you outgrow your brand and how you present yourself will need to change in order to reflect your new position.
What is the next step?
If you've taken some time to reflect on what your brand is saying and some of the signs are sounding familiar it might be time to go ahead with a rebrand! Ultimately, it is time to rebrand when your brand stops reflecting what you do.
It is important that the rebranding process is done correctly but it is also fun and exciting. See it as a next chapter in your business growth journey!
If you want to know more about the rebranding process or how to go about working with a designer to rebrand your own business, get in touch for a free #brandpowerhour consultation or book here.


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Do you want to find out more about roofing? You've come to the perfect place! Whether you're looking to hire professionals, are a do-it-yourself type, or fall somewhere in between, the advice in this article should be really beneficial. Read on to discover some fantastic roofing tips you'll be able to use right away.
Best Advice for Maintain your Roof
Never hesitate if your shingles need to be replaced. While you may prefer to put the work off, this will most likely result in greater damages. Shingles should be repaired or replaced at the first sign of damage so that small problems don't become bigger ones. Maintaining your roof means it will last much longer for you.
When replacing your roof, always use a reputable contractor. Make sure to find someone with experience and a good reputation in your area. While you might find that a less experienced roofer is also less expensive, keep in mind that you get what you pay for. Go for a professional, and your new roof will last!
Just like most projects, roofing requires you to have a clean surface to work on. The sheathing also has to be perfectly flat, so if you see any warping, replace it. Lastly, every last nail has to be removed to ensure it doesn't affect the new roof once installed, causing problems.
You should never hire the first roofing company to help you out that you see. You never know if there's going to be a better deal out there unless you shop around. Even if you end up going with the first company you looked at, it's always good to have an idea of what competitors are charging.
As you narrow down the field of possible roofing contractors to hire, make sure that you learn about each one's warranty offers. Look for a warranty that lasts 3-5 years, however longer is better. The warranty should cover defective supplies and poor workmanship. The contractor should also provide you with manufacturer warranty copies.
Never use bleach to clean your roof. While bleach is something that is very effective at cleaning many areas of your home, it should never be used to clean your roof. This is because the chemicals found in bleach are corrosive, and they may cause a lot of damage to the roofing materials.
Always keep safety in mind. If you will be going up on your roof, be sure that you think about what you are doing and be as safe as possible. If there is any moisture, such as rain, ice or snow, wait for it to dry off before going up on your roof.
Before you sign anything, make sure you have a proposal from your contractor in writing. It should include scheduling, including the anticipated completion date, a detailed cost analysis, information about what procedures they have for installation, information on your warranty and all the contact information you'll require for the company.
No matter what sort of person you are, it's good to be knowledgeable about roofs. You may not be able to use this advice right now, but there will come a time when these tips will really come in handy. When it comes to roofs, it's important to be prepared, and now you are.


text: Docile 0 Posted May 3, 2009 "He it is Who created for you all that is in the earth. Then turned He to the heaven, and fashioned it as seven heavens. And He is knower of all things." - 2:29 Qur'an (Pickthall's translation). At Islamawakened dot org, there are translations from 15 other Islamic scholars, and they're all essentially identical. The literal translation is also provided there: "He (is), who created for you what (is) in the land/earth/Planet Earth all together/wholly , then He tended to the sky/space, so He straightened them (into) seven skies/space(s), and He is with every thing knowledgeable." I have two questions about this verse: 1- It seems to say that the Earth was created before (emphasis on 'then') the 'skies' (stars etc)... 2- What are the 'seven heavens' (or 'firmaments', as Yusuf Ali calls them)? There seems to be lots of evidence to suggest it's referring to the celestial spheres of the old geocentric model of the universe. Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites


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Olympic fever is gripping us here at Movie Talk HQ. So we've decided to put together a top ten of great sports movies – as chosen by guest contributor Shreya Patel.
10: Happy Gilmore
Chubbs: Golf's no different from Hockey. It requires talent and self-discipline…
Gilmore: Golf requires goofy pants and a fat ass.
Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler) is a passionate hockey fanatic who believes that the only thing he's made for is to play professionally.
Despite his burning determination, there is one fatal flaw in his plan: he's not all that good.
Meanwhile, his grandmother's house is being repossessed and if Gilmore doesn't help pay the $270,000 tax his grandmother owes in 90 days, there's no hope of getting the house back.
He discovers – by playing a spot of golf with the furniture movers – that his hockey skills allow him to achieve an impossibly good 450 yard drive. He is picked up by ex-golfer and coach Chubbs (Carl Weathers) and enters several tournaments, but his temperamental and immature demeanour soon causes a stir.
The plot is not that great, but the effortless humour and Sandler's amusingly intense tantrums still make this film worth a watch. Carl Weathers' performance alongside him results in a comic duo guaranteed to make you crack a smile.
9: Blades of Glory
Chazz: Personal philosophy? Clothing optional.
Two world renowned figure skaters – Chazz Michael Michaels (Will Ferell) and Jimmy MacElroy (Jon Heder) – break into a fight whilst on an awards platform, resulting in their disqualification from the event for life.
In time, after carefully picking out a loophole in the rules of the sport, they realise that they can still achieve their ultimate goal of a gold medal by competing as a pair.
Unfortunetaly they struggle to work together harmoniously and their attitudes often hold them back. What's more, their main opponents – the Van Waldenberg siblings (Will Arnett and Amy Poehler) – are dirty players.
This crude and hilarious film is a fantastic comedy: not a scene in it fails to make you cry with laughter.
Check out this snippet featuring the lovestruck Jimmy:
8: The Natural
Iris Gaines: I believe we have two lives: the one we learn with, and the one we live with after that.
A sports movie that ticks all the necessary boxes: it has the glamour, the fame, the women (actresses Kim Basinger and Barbara Hershey oozing seductive charm), the mystery and the magic.
A gripping film, it follows Roy Hobbs (Robert Redford) – an almost impossibly talented baseball player with a shadowy past (subtly unravelled by a series of mirrored and well-executed flashbacks) – as he comes back into the profession to have another shot at attaining the fame he deserved as a young man.
At first he is ridiculed because of his age and because of his handmade bat engraved with the name 'Wonderboy'. He finds he is constantly being labelled 'grandpa' and forced to stay perched on the bench as he watches the rest of the team exhibit a miserable excuse for baseball. Finally during a training session, he is able to showcase his talent, and quickly rises to fame as a true 'Wonderboy'.
Check out Hobbs' time to shine:
7: Dodgeball- A True Underdog Story
Dwight: Without Patches, we're going to get our taints handed to us, that's what!
Justin: [Whispering to Gordon] What's a taint?
Gordon: I don't know, but it sounds *bad*!
As the title explicitly suggests, this is another underdog sports story, and it features enough slapstick comedy to keep you laughing long after you finish watching.
Peter LaFleur (Vince Vaughn) owns Average Joe – a run-down gymnasium wanted by rich and famous Globo gym owner White Goodman (Ben Stiller).
Reluctant to give his precious business up, Peter LaFleur has to find a way to raise $50,000 in order to save it, and – with a dreadful team of misfits – attempts to enter a dodgeball tournament.
Goodman retaliates with his team of dodgeball players who seem to be almost impossible to beat.
Ben Stiller's nutty character plays right to his strong suits and provides a perfect accompaniment to the non-stop slapstick and crude wit. This is a feel-good film for sure, that never fails to serve its purpose.
6: Rocky
Mickey: Your nose is broken.
Rocky: How does it look?
Mickey: Ah, it's an improvement.
A classic example of underdog sports cinema, Rocky tells the story of a boxer (played by Sylvester Stallone) from Philadelphia who seems to be out of luck. He resorts to becoming what his trainer, Mickey (Burgess Meredith), describes as a 'cheap, second-rate loan shark' to earn a few bucks for him and his much-loved pets to get by on.
Stallone's powerful, testosterone-fuelled performances – combined with the hesitant but tender relationship his character develops with the shy Adrian (Talia Shire) – wins the audience's sympathy over in a heartbeat. The viewer becomes heart-broken, hooked and inspired as they follow Rocky's every distressed and disconcerted step.
Come back tomorrow for the second half of our sporting top 10.


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Data Show That Poverty in the U.S. Was Plummeting-Until Lyndon Johnson Declared War On It | Daniel J. Mitchell
Bad tax laws also discourage labor. High marginal tax rates penalize peoplefor being productive, and this can be especially counterproductive forentrepreneurship and innovation. Still, we shouldn't overlook how government discourages low-income people from being productively employed. But the problem is more on the spending side of the fiscal equation.
Federal Reserve a threat to liberty and prosperity: Ron Paul
Lost in the media's obsession with the impeachment circus last week was Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony on the state of the economy before the Joint Economic Committee. In his testimony, Powell warned that when the next recession inevitably occurs, the U.S.
The most ironic California stories of 2019
I still get buzzed when I recall that a majority of Californians looked at what Gavin Newsom allowed while mayor of San Francisco - rampant homelessness, transportation gridlock, failed public projects, a widening income gap, sidewalk needles and human, er, waste - and decided they wanted that for the whole state.
Nordic Nations Show How Welfare and Redistribution Weaken the Human Spirit
Statists occasionally get very angry about some of my views. My support for "tax havens" periodically seems to touch a raw nerve, for instance, though I guess I shouldn't be too surprised since some people are so crazy that they have even urged military action against these low-tax jurisdictions.
California's Power Problems Are Self-Inflicted | Jordan McGillis
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), an investor-owned utility company serving 16 million customers primarily in Northern California, cut the flow of electricity to 800,000 of those customers last week in what it has deemed "public safety power shutoffs."
The Original Jurassic Park and the Hubris of Central Planning | Tyler Curtis
Michael Crichton's techno-thriller Jurassic Park teaches us that no matter how advanced technology becomes, we will never be able to completely control nature. At first, it seemed like a wonderful dream: a park where once-extinct prehistoric beasts would roam as astonished visitors watched in awe.
6 Basic Principles of Sensible Fiscal Policy | Daniel J. Mitchell
When I'm asked for a basic tutorial on fiscal policy, I normally share my four videos on the economics of government spending and my primer on fundamental tax reform. But this six-minute interview may be a quicker introduction to spending issues since I had the opportunity to touch on almost every key principle.
The Video Game That Proves Central Planning Can't Work | Ong Jia Yi Justin
In Tropico 5, you are El Presidente-the leader of a Caribbean island that is a semi-democratic banana republic. Your primary objective is to preserve your rule by micromanaging your country's economy to appease your citizens, the Tropicans. If they are dissatisfied with your rule, they can vote you out in the next elections or stage a coup d'état, costing you the game.
When Will Politicians Admit That Social Security Is on a Collision Course with Math? | Brenton Smith
When you combine how little we talk about the program with how little we do about the broken mechanics, we have a program that is on autopilot. Every year the mechanics drive payouts higher. It collects more as wages rise and the cap on taxable wages increases.
You Can't Argue against Socialism's 100 Percent Record of Failure | Kristian Niemietz
Socialism is extremely in vogue. Opinion pieces which tell us to stop obsessing over socialism's past failures, and start to get excited about its future potential, have almost become a genre in its own right. But ultimately, the contemporary argument for socialism boils down to: "next time will be different because we say so."
California Shows Why Congress Needs to Eliminate Food Stamp Work Requirement Loophole
Despite a booming economy and a record-low unemployment rate nationally, at least one state has been working overtime to ensure its work-capable food stamp recipients don't have to work. Current law requires non-elderly, able-bodied adults without dependent children to work or participate in work-related activities, such as education and job training programs, for at least 20 hours per week in exchange for food stamp benefits.
You Shouldn't Need a Licence to Show Someone Around a House | Tim Worstall
A reasonable and useful reading of Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations is to see it as a railing against the guilds and their control of the medieval economy, followed by an insistence that we must instead have a market economy, one with free entry into lines of work and production.
It's Time to End Double Taxation for US Citizens Abroad | Ross Marchand
A move to territorial taxation for citizens would ensure that US citizens abroad have a wider range of choices and consider an eventual move back to America. By nixing an absurd and cumbersome system, policymakers can restore fairness and decency for citizens everywhere.


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Dear Bookworms,
So I found this read while hunting around for "a book with a season in the title" for my 2017 reading challenge.
Growing up, Elizabeth, (Liesl) was always warned of the Goblin King. Brought up on stories of the beautiful man luring unsuspecting maidens into the Underground, never to be heard from again, she doesn't pay much mind when her superstitious grandmother warns her and her sister before heading into town one day. Liesl is no stranger to the Goblin Grove and the woods surrounding her parents inn. As a child she would often frolic between the trees playing with her tall beautiful friend. Making music, playing games, he is a distant memory now that Liesl is grown with increasing responsibilities. When her vibrant, beautiful sister is taken, Liesl must brave the Underground and go up against the enigmatic Goblin King to win her back, before she wastes away to nothing in the land of goblins.
This book was really not what I had expected, in an insanely good way. It was like some weird (and I use that adjective in the positive) mashup of Labyrinth, Beauty and the Beast, and 50 Shades of Grey. I'm not sure that I would really say that this book is YA appropriate due to some… *ahem*….adult situations which bordered on slightly S & M territory (hence the 50 Shades comparison) but damn if they weren't hot and thoroughly enjoyable to this (mostly) adult reader. The Goblin King was a remarkably layered character, cold and cruel but also deep and thoughtful. The developing relationship between him and Elizabeth was maddening. The constant push and pull was enough to drive any reader crazy (in all the best ways) which only made that ending even more heartbreaking. Thank god there is a followup book on the horizon, to be released in February because I NEED MORE GOBLIN KING IN MY LIFE. Elizabeth, or Leisel, was a dynamic character in her own right. She was incredibly talented and passionate, if guarded. The way they both connected to each other through music was an interesting dynamic and provided this whole ethereal soundtrack to their relationship. It was honestly really beautiful.
Now I sit back and wait (impatiently) for the followup, Shadowsong!
See you all next week!


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At Blue Sky Enabling we believe it is important to enable all people, whatever their age or capacity to continue to live active and engaged lives of their own choosing. Our Live-in Service does just that. We provide each person with a dedicated team of carers who work with them to maximise independence, enabling them to realise their own wishes, goals and aspirations. Our support workers are available to offer support to our Service Users 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. One way that Blue Sky Enabling are able to make this possible is by offering Service Users the opportunity to have a Enabler come and live with them in their home. Read More »
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If he'd resisted arrest and gotten shot by police, he'd probably be the next name on NFL player's helmets.
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Chuck Palahniuk Quotes
79 Chuck Palahniuk quotes:
"If you tell folks you're a college student, folks are so impressed. You can be a student in anything and not have to know anything. Just say toxicology or marine biokinesis, and the person you're talking to will change the subject to himself. If this doesn't work, mention the neural synapses of embryonic pigeons."
"Amphetamines are the most American drug. You get so much done. You look terrific, and your middle name is Accomplishment"
"Disaster is a natural part of my evolution. Toward tragedy and dissolution."
"Only after disaster can we be ressurected."
"The unreal is more powerful than the real, because nothing is as perfect as you can imagine it. because its only intangible ideas, concepts, beliefs, fantasies that last. stone crumbles. wood rots. people, well, they die. but things as fragile as a thought, a dream, a legend, they can go on and on."
"You take the population of vehicles in the field (A) and multiply it by the probable rate of failure (B), then multiply the result by the average out-of-court settlement (C).A times B times C equals X. This is what it will cost if we don't initiate a recall.If X is greater than the cost of a recall, we recall all the cars and no one gets hurt.If X is less than the cost of a recall, then we don't recall."
"A tiger can smileA snake will say it loves youLies make us evil"
"The only way to find true happiness is to risk being completely cut open."
"I just don't want to die without a few scars."
"I used to work in a funeral home to feel good about myself, just the fact that I was breathing."
"You have a choice. Live or die. Every breath is a choice. Every minute is a choice. To be or not to be."
"Why is it you feel like a dope if you laugh alone, but that's usually how you end up crying?"
"Maybe we have to break everything to make something better out of ourselves."
"Sometimes you do something, and you get screwed. Sometimes it's the things you don't do, and you get screwed."
"A minute of perfection was worth the effort. A moment was the most you could ever expect from perfection."
"People used what they called a telephone because they hated being close together and they were scared of being alone."
"The answer is there is no answer."
"What we don't understand we can make mean anything."
"Every woman is just a different kind of problem."
"More and more, it feels like I'm doing a really bad impersonation of myself."


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It's lit at Allianz Field.
The sparkling new home of Minnesota United, which will be unveiled for the start of the 2019 season, put on an impressive light show Thursday night as the club tested the interior LED lighting and scoreboard.
DING— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) December 21, 2018
🔊 SOUND ON 🔊 pic.twitter.com/on8ipaddML
Merry and bright! Did you see the light show at Allianz Field last night? Minnesota United was apparently testing out the interior lights. Watt do you think? pic.twitter.com/n5F7Gbw6N5— MPR News (@MPRnews) December 20, 2018
The Allianz Field Stadium is testing its colored lights at a rapid pace tonight. Here's the view from Charles Avenue, about 4 blocks away: pic.twitter.com/pk4BDK8DFH— FredMelo, Reporter (@FrederickMelo) December 20, 2018
The glow, which could be seen for miles, changed from dark purple to green and red, creating a festive scene during the holiday season.
"Last night's lighting of Allianz Field was an interior testing of the scoreboard and the interior LED lighting. This was a one time testing of the scoreboard lighting," club spokesman Eric Durkee told the Twin Cities Pioneer Press.
omg— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) December 20, 2018
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Durkee also said to expect multiple colors to match certain occasions.
"There are of course no-brainers such as red, white and blue on the 4th of July, green for St. Patrick's Day, rainbow colors for our Pride Match and things of that nature," he said.
The 19,400-seat stadium is scheduled to open its doors for the club's home opener against New York City FC on April 13.


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According to HTC Taiwan president Darren Chen, the company is said to be planning on rebooting its smartphone segment mostly around the sales in the first half of 2019. The company is said to be focusing on mid-tier to high-end models, hoping they can improve its market share and profitability.
The company will push its high-end U12+ lineup in 2019 to prolong the product lifecycle, Chen said at a product event. He further stated that the U12 Life 128GB version sales have been robust since its launch in November, Chen noted. The company's first batch of its blockchain-enabled smartphone, the Exodus 1, launched in early December, have been sold out, Chen revealed, adding that the company is mapping new strategy and business model for the further promotion of blockchain smartphones.
As for the mid-range segment, the company unveiled its HTC Desire 12s on December 17, and the availability of the same is expected to begin in mid-January at US$194. The sales of HTC's VR headset products have also been picking up as the competitiveness of the lineup has improved thanks to the release of the upgraded Vive Pro and the standalone Vive Focus.
While planning to enhance its deployments in the channel and SI (system integration) sectors, HTC is also considering adopting a more aggressive approach in cross-sector, channel and content collaborations to promote its VR headsets. HTC said to be aiming to ramp up the performance of its Viveport VR app store by turning it into a platform like Google Play and App Store in the VR industry to promote applications, including VR gaming titles.


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If you haven't watched Devolver Digital's 2017 E3 "press conference", stop reading this immediately. Seriously, stop fucking reading this! Watch this video, and then we'll get into the wordy bits down below...
It's easy to write this all off as some dumb, Adult Swim-esque, bullshit that's devoid of any real substance. That's not why we're here though. Within the span of 14 minutes and 33 seconds, Devolver Digital does something that most people would never expect from an E3 press conference. They want you to "think". They want you to question this whole cycle that "corporate video games" has been shoving down your throat for years now.
From soulless, self-congratulatory audience clapping to microtransactions to the very idea of "early access" games. It begs the question, "why"? Why has this become the industry standard? Why are games being announced as nothing more than a fucking logo? (I'm as excited for Metroid Prime 4 as the next pheller, but this is, unquestionably, at least a little bit insane!)
Games are a product. I get that, but at least have the decency to show us some of the "product" that you're trying to sell! As Devolver so eloquently puts it, don't expect us to blindly throw money at the idea of a game! Right now, you can preorder a copy of Beyond Good and Evil 2 online from Gamestop's UK website! (WTF?!?!?) They haven't even announced a fucking release date yet! (Let alone shown us any actual gameplay…) It's one thing coming from an independent developer on Kickstarter. It's an entirely different animal altogether coming from one of the largest companies in the industry!
Once again, don't get me wrong here. I'm fucking hype!! (BGE2 looks different, but promising!) Devolver Digital is asking some pretty "real" questions though. Where do we draw the line? When does it become "unacceptable"? When does all of this just become a massive parody of itself where it's hard to take anything shown seriously?!?
Devolver is asking us questions that there simply isn't an easy answer to. They are desperately trying to make us uncomfortable without any means of showing us a better alternative. The important thing is that they are acknowledging some pretty serious problems within the industry. Problems that "corporate games" is just not ready for. Not until it's something that they can't ignore anymore.
[Pictured: Something extremely hard to ignore...]
Devolver Digital gave us a livestream with less than 15 minutes that encompassed their actual "presentation". Within less than 15 minutes, however, they managed to make me think more than any other conference at E3. They made me excited for a future where all of the industry bullshit that they mock is just a distant memory. Is the point that they're making a little naïve? Yes, insanely so. Is there still room for this industry to grow and try to change into something less easy to parody?!? God, I hope so…..
Devolver may not have been the biggest name at E3 this year, but I'll be damned if they didn't leave the biggest impression! From one fan to a developer drowning in them, please, don't ever fucking change.


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Oue Beautiful Angel
December 2, 2013
She laughed.
She lived.
She loved.
She lit up our lives like
A twinkling Christmas tree...
She taught us COURAGE.
She taught us how to have fun.
She taught us not to fear death...
She's ALL around us today...
a special memory tucked in your heart,
a ray of sunshine that catches your eye,
the love between family & friends,
the desire to make this world a BETTER place.
ANGEL MAGGIE left us here,
five years ago today,
To finish the works she began....
Forever in our hearts,
Barbara Bye
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Reads and interprets blueprints and test sheets; gathers and organizes all parts in a logical building order.
Determines appropriate work surface (table, saw horse, floor).
Grinds parts as necessary in preparation for welding and finalizing.
Sets welding gun to correct thickness; operates welding gun and plasma torch to weld and cut necessary holes.
Produces quality welds on a variety of metals (mild steel, aluminum, stainless and galvanized steel), while operating in horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Visually inspects work to ensure that all parts are correctly welded to TCF engineering and quality standards (no holes, splatter or incorrect measurements).
Tags product; requests supervisor/team lead inspection of product.
Operates forklift/bridge crane/pallet jack to deliver product to wash or blast booth.
Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values.
Additional duties may be assigned, dependent upon location and product line.
High school diploma or GED
12+ months' related experience and/or training (technical school) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Vocational technical school preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals written in English.
Basic math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure including whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to read a tape measure.
Ability to use tools in a safe and proper manner.
The following certifications and training, if required, will be provided by the company:
Forklift Certificate
Bridge Crane Training
Welding Certificate(s) as needed
Fall Protection Training
Compressed Gases Training
To successfully perform the essential function of this position, employees must have the ability to:
Continuously lift/move up to 25 pounds; frequently life/move up to 50 pounds; and occasionally pull up to 100 pounds with wheels (pallet jack).
Continuously stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms above shoulder height; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk; and hear.
Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms at waist level and below the waist, and work in limited space.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is continuously exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to high places, fumes or airborne particles, caustic chemicals and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Twin City Fan is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy work environment. Each and every employee must understand and continually work within the safety and health rules and policies. The use of good judgment and common sense is critical to workplace safety, and Twin City Fan expects every employee to work in a safe and conscientious manner.
This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment, nor is it an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as business needs arise. Qualifications are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required.
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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-915703366269834950.post2390695448516803004..comments2019-01-09T19:19:03.903-06:00Comments on The Kerrie Show: Halloween Jammies ... do you celebrate Halloween?Kerrie McLoughlinhttp://email@example.com:blogger.com,1999:blog-915703366269834950.post-46694468840212790762011-10-28T11:46:35.218-05:002011-10-28T11:46:35.218-05:00I'm all for tolerating other people and what t...I'm all for tolerating other people and what they want to do, but I don't think it's too much to ask that Halloween per se not be celebrated in public schools. They certainly don't celebrate Christmas (as in, Christ's birth, not the Santa crap) or Easter (as in, Christ's resurrection, not the bunny). I wouldn't expect them to as that is not inclusive to those families. At least in theory, we ought try making public schools a place for every child to feel welcome.

I don't see why all the holiday parties can't be generic. Surely if HALLOWEEN (not just "fall" or whatever) is that important to you, you can have a Halloween party that happens outside of school. Honestly, my little child is pretty severely disabled and the idea that I should keep him home when he would otherwise receive therapy - so other kids can go to a flipping PARTY I disagree with on my tax dollar? - is asking too much of my family.

Well, it's not hate mail, but it's an honest comment. Doggone it but hate mail is usually much more anonymous and *fun* than my comment. :)Happy Elf Mom (Christine)https://firstname.lastname@example.com


text: Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge 2015: Watkins Glen Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge - June 27, 2015December 27, 2015 The Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge race from Watkins Glen. Commentary from John Hindhaugh and Jeremy Shaw, with Shea Adam and Jim Roller in the pits. Free Practice 1 http://audio.rpix.org.uk/2015/races/2015_ctsc_wgi_p1.mp3 Free Practice 2 http://audio.rpix.org.uk/2015/races/2015_ctsc_wgi_p2.mp3 Qualifying http://audio.rpix.org.uk/2015/races/2015_ctsc_wgi_q.mp3 Race http://audio.rpix.org.uk/2015/races/2015_ctsc_wgi_r.mp3 (Visited 1 times, 1 visits today)


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The common fuselage and wing configurations of AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô A330 and A340 allow these long-range jetliners to be built on the same final assembly line at Toulouse/Blagnac Airport in France.Read more
With the momentum created by a 'Äúyear of records'ÄĚ in 2011, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ set its sights in 2012 on goals that include further production ramp-up for the company'Äôs jetliner families, final assembly of the initial A350 XWB aircraft, and certification of the A320 product line'Äôs Sharklets fuel-saving wingtip devices 'Äď all of which will be supported by additional growth in its employee count.
The planned production acceleration will raise AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô output for its best-selling A320 Family in 2012 to an all-time high of approximately 42 aircraft monthly, with the A380 cadence moving toward three per month, and production of the A330 rising to meet a goal of 9.5 jetliners monthly.
To meet these increased production rates 'Äď while also securing major programme milestones for the new A350, A320neo and A400M military airlifter 'Äď AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ is keeping a focus on expanding its workforce'Äôs size, skills and talent 'Äď adding at least 4,000 more employees in 2012, which follows the 4,500 new recruits hired the previous year.
Driven by its exceptional sales performance in 2011, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ entered 2012 with a backlog of 4,437 aircraft 'Äď representing a combined list price value estimated at $588 billion.¬† This included 1,256 firm bookings for the A320neo Family by 23 customers, confirming its status as the fasting-selling jetliner ever, and bringing overall sales for the entire A320 Family to 8,292 aircraft as of 31 December 2011.
The A350 XWB takes shape
With its main structural assembly and system connections complete, the first A350 XWB flight test aircraft (designated MSN1) was moved from the main assembly hall to the adjacent indoor ground test station at AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô final assembly line in Toulouse, FranceRead more
New programme milestones achieved in 2012 for AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô A350 XWB have brought this next-generation wide-body jetliner closer to its maiden flight.
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ officially unveiled the A350 XWB'Äôs final assembly line in Toulouse, France with a 23 October ceremony that spotlighted the first two airframes to be built: the no. 1 aircraft constructed for flight (designated MSN1 in the company'Äôs numbering system), along with an airframe for ground-based testing.
The new purpose-built industrial site incorporates 53,000 square metres of aircraft assembly halls and 19,000 square metres of annexes 'Äď including offices, workshops and logistics areas. It was constructed near AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô existing A330 production facilities to provide an optimisation of resources.
This production facility 'Äď named after AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ visionary Roger B√©teille 'Äď was built within 29 months, and is the greenest final assembly line ever constructed by AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ. With a new lighting system, roof-mounted photovoltaic solar panels, translucent panels and glass arched roofs, it is capable of producing energy equivalent to 55% of its own needs.
A350 XWB MSN1 completed its overall structural assembly and system connections in late 2012, enabling its early December transfer from the final assembly line's main assembly hall (Station 40) to the adjacent indoor ground test station (Station 30).  Assembly work performed while the aircraft was in Station 40 included the electrical power-on of its entire fuselage and wings.
Station 30 activity will start by testing the aircraft's hydraulic system, followed by the full electric and hydraulic power-on of the aircraft, marking the start of several weeks of comprehensive functional system testing.
MSN1 is an A350-900 version 'Äď the A350 XWB Family'Äôs intermediate-sized member.
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô second aircraft to be assembled also is sized as an A350-900, and this airframe is to be used for ground-based testing to validate the jetliner'Äôs structural design.¬† It was moved in November from the Roger B√©teille Final Assembly Line to AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô L34 static test hall 'Äď situated across the airport in the Lagard√®re industrial zone.¬† This clears the way for the airframe to be integrated into a test rig for nearly a year of evaluations, including limit load and ultimate load validations, along with residual strength and margin research.
In other programme developments during 2012, the A350 XWB's new Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engine went airborne in February, installed on the dedicated A380 flying testbed aircraft. From its first flight, this powerplant demonstrated its new-generation fuel efficiency and low noise levels.
With its start-up approximately one year prior to the A350 XWB'Äôs planned maiden takeoff, the engine flight test evaluations are to accumulate around 175 flight hours 'Äď some three times more airborne flying hours than on previous programmes. This will be accomplished over a seven-month period, and will include hot weather as well as icing condition testing campaigns, along with validation of the advanced nacelle and thrust reverser system.
The 5,000th A320 delivery... and more A320 orders
Lebanese flag carrier Middle East Airlines has taken delivery of the milestone A320 jetliner with manufacturer serial number MSN5000, marking a major production achievement for AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô modern single-aisle product line (20 January 2012)Read more
Not surprisingly, many of AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô programme and commercial milestones in 2012 were related to the A320 Family, including delivery of the 5,000th aircraft to Middle East Airlines of Lebanon in January, as well as two historic bookings in December: an order for 100 additional A320 jetliners by AirAsia, and Pegasus Airlines'Äô signing for up to 100 A320neo Family aircraft. As of December 18, the A320 Family logged 8,800 aircraft ordered and 5,300 jetliners delivered to over 380 customers and operators across the globe, making the A320 Family the world'Äôs best-selling single-aisle aircraft family.
Key bookings during the first six months included an acquisition of 100 A320neo jetliners by Norwegian 'Äď one of the largest low-cost airlines in Europe 'Äď positioning this carrier as a new customer for AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ.¬†¬† Additionally, AviancaTaca firmed up an order for 51 A320s, making it the largest purchase agreement for a single customer in Latin America history.¬†
The second half of 2012 also was highly successful thanks in part to AirAsia's new order in December for an additional 64 A320neo and 36 A320ceo aircraft, reaffirming the airline's position as the world's largest A320 Family customer. The company's current all-A320 fleet services some 70 destinations in 20 countries across Asia.
Later in December, Turkey'Äôs Pegasus Airlines 'Äď the country'Äôs second-largest carrier 'Äst became a new AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ customer when it signed for as many as 100 A320neo Family aircraft (57 A320neo and 18 A321neo), of which 75 were firm orders. It marks the largest single commercial aircraft order ever placed by a Turkish carrier. Pegasus will use the jetliners to service the company'Äôs rapidly-expanding network from Istanbul to destinations in Turkey, Europe and the Middle East.
In the U.S., the A320neo's acceptance in the market was underscored in 2012 with Spirit Airlines' firming up of a 45-aircraft booking, along with an order for 30 A320s. These new aircraft will be used on Spirit's growing network of flights in the domestic United States, Caribbean and Latin America, and will join the A320 Family aircraft successfully operated by the airline for the past seven years.
Fuel-saving A320 Family 'ÄúSharklets'ÄĚ
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô application of its fuel-saving and performance-enhancing Sharklet large wingtip devices on the A318, A319, A320 and A321 jetliners marked numerous milestones in 2012, culminating in December with AirAsia becoming the first carrier to receive a Sharklets-equipped jetliner.
Achievements included a roll-out of the initial new-build A320 fitted with Sharklets in April as one of eight aircraft being used in the test campaign for these devices in their production-standard version.  It was accompanied in October 2012 by the initial Sharklets-equipped A321, and was joined one month later by the no. 1 A319 with these devices.
The Sharklets 'Äď which decrease aerodynamic drag by helping reduce the spiral-shaped vortices formed at aircraft wingtips during flight 'Äď are offered as an option on members of the in-production A320ceo (current engine option) A320 Family, and will be standard on AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô A320neo (new engine option) jetliners.
In December, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ announced certification of the first jetliner/engine combination with Sharklets approved by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness authority: the A320 powered by CFM International'Äôs CFM56 powerplant.¬† It was this A320 version that AirAsia, a major low-cost carrier and the largest A320 Family airline customer, received later in the same month 'Äď positioning it to become the world'Äôs first operator of a jetliner with Sharklets.
90-plus A380s delivered
Malaysia Airlines became the eighth carrier to receive AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô 21st century flagship A380 with delivery of its no. 1 jetliner, which was handed over to MAS Group Chief Executive Officer Ahmad Jauhari Yahya by AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ Chief Operating Officer Fabrice Br√©gier in Toulouse, FranceRead more
The popularity of AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô 21st century flagship aircraft 'Äď the A380 'Äď continued to spread in 2012.
A new programme milestone was reached in May with delivery of Malaysia Airlines'Äô initial aircraft 'Äď making it the eighth carrier worldwide to receive an A380. This 75th delivery overall was the first of six that Malaysia Airlines has on order, and it is to be used for operations on the Kuala Lumpur-London route. Delivered at AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô Toulouse headquarters location, it incorporates a new livery including a modern interpretation of the Malaysian 'Äúwau'ÄĚ moon-kite national symbol, as well as an updated logo for the carrier.
In June, Transaero Airlines became AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô first customer for the A380 in Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States and Eastern Europe when it completed a purchase agreement for four aircraft.¬† These jetliners will seat approximately 700 people in a three-class cabin layout and are expected to be used on the airline'Äôs higher density routes from Moscow.¬†
Thai Airways International (THAI) became the ninth carrier worldwide to add AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô A380 to its fleet with the September handover of the airline'Äôs no. 1 aircraft 'Äď named Si Rattena, or 'ÄúMajestic Jewel'ÄĚ 'Äď at a special ceremony in Toulouse, France.
THAI has ordered six aircraft in total, with each to accommodate 507 passengers in a premium three-class layout with a new cabin design. First class is equipped with 12 private suites while the Royal Silk Class contains 60 fully flat sleeper seats. All seats are equipped with the latest on-demand in-flight entertainment systems, communications outlets and individual power supplies.
This jetliner 'Äď which is powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 900 engines 'Äď began operations on the company'Äôs Bangkok-Hong Kong and Bangkok-Singapore routes when it entered service. THAI is expected to begin service using A380s to Frankfurt at the end of the year, as well as to Tokyo and Paris in early 2013 as more aircraft are delivered.
From the A380'Äôs October 2007 introduction through September 2012, more than 650,000 total revenue flight hours were logged by the jetliners during operations worldwide 'Äď representing a combined cumulative time aloft of nearly 75 years.¬† The A380 fleet was performing one departure or landing every seven minutes, with an average daily utilisation of 13.4 hrs. per aircraft.
As of end-November 2012, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ had delivered more than 90 A380s to the nine airlines: Air France, China Southern, Emirates, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas, Singapore Airlines and THAI.
Giving mature A330 jetliners a new career
The A330 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion programme was given its start in 2012 through an agreement involving EADS EFW (a sister company in the EADS group) and Singapore's ST Aerospace.
The A330P2F programme offers a passenger-to-freighter conversion opportunity for A330s that have completed their useful operational service as passenger jetliners.
Both the A330-200 and A330-300 versions are eligible for the P2F conversion.  With its longer fuselage, the A330-300P2F is particularly suited for integrators and express carriers, resulting from its high volumetric payload capability with lower-density cargo, while the A330-200P2F is optimised for higher-density freight and longer-range performance.
The A330 offers a highly capable platform for conversion into a freighter, with modern AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ technologies that include fly-by-wire flight controls.¬† Overall, more than 1,180 A330s have been ordered in the passenger, freighter, VIP, and military aerial tanker/transport versions, with over 800 delivered from the A330'Äôs service entry in 1994 through early 2012 'Äď providing a large source of aircraft to support these conversions for many years.
A330P2F aircraft will be complementary to AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô new-production A330-200F freighters, as the converted jetliners address a different price-point and end-users, based on separate operational requirements.
Fabrice Brégier named President and CEO
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ marked a key management change on 1 June as Fabrice Br√©gier became as the company'Äôs President and Chief Operating Officer.¬† Br√©gier had served as AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ Chief Operating Officer since 2006, and succeeds Tom Enders, who takes the duties as CEO of parent company EADS.
During his previous COO role, Bregier worked on the implementation of AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô company-wide restructuring and change program, while also overseeing Executive Committee actions involving, operations, engineering and procurement. With Br√©gier now 'Äúat the controls,'ÄĚ the focus will be on increasing AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô global footprint while also ramping-up production.
Succeeding Bregier as the AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ COO is Guenter Butschek, who is now in charge of operations, engineering, procurement, quality and lean, information technology and communications technology.
Focus on eco-efficiency: an A319 'Äúperfect flight'ÄĚ
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ and Air Canada are performing the first 'ÄúPerfect Flight'ÄĚ across North America, with the goal of cutting CO2 emissions by more than 40 percent compared to a regular flightRead more
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ and Air Canada joined to perform North America'Äôs first-ever commercial 'ÄúPerfect Flight'ÄĚ on 18 June, using one of the airline'Äôs A319s flown from Toronto to Mexico City with the goal of cutting CO2 emissions by more than 40% compared to a regular trip.¬†
This 'ÄúPerfect Flight'ÄĚ combined the AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ A320 Family'Äôs capabilities as a modern state-of-the-art airliner series, powered by a sustainable alternative 50 per cent sustainable aviation fuel blend made with used cooking oil, and employing streamlined air traffic management procedures 'Äď all facilitated through best practice operations to underpin the airline industry'Äôs strategy to tackle carbon emissions.
The cross-border activity follows the first 'ÄúPerfect Flight'ÄĚ achieved in November 2011, which used an Air France A321 flying on a domestic French segment from Toulouse to Paris.
Expanding production and the global footprint
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ President & CEO Fabrice Br√©gier (at left) and Alabama Governor Robert Bentley pose for international journalists during the 2 July 2012 event announcing the new A320 Family jetliner production facility in Mobile, AlabamaRead more
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ announced on 2 July that it will establish the company'Äôs first U.S.-based production facility in Mobile, Alabama.¬† This new A320 Family final assembly line 'Äď which is part of a strategy to enhance the company'Äôs global competitiveness as well as bring it closer to North American customers 'Äď will produce the single-aisle A319, A320 and A321 and is expected to start operation in 2015, with first deliveries beginning in 2016.
The strategy expands and enhances AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô U.S. presence, while adding another company facility in the state of Alabama, which currently is home to an engineering centre at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley, as well as an AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ Military customer service operation that also is located in Mobile.¬†
AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô new A320 Family final assembly line will involve an estimated investment of approximately $600 million, and is to consist of 53 acres of buildings, aprons and roadways contained within a 116 acre site.
Customers confirm AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô product line strategy
The 2012 Farnborough Airshow brought new airline industry backing for AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô commercial and industrial strategies, with additional single-aisle and wide-body jetliner orders announced and endorsements received for two of its enhanced aircraft.
During the week-long international event, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ announced the launch of an increased maximum takeoff weight for its twin-engine A330, further enhancing the operating range and payload capability of this long-popular jetliner.¬†¬† This takeoff weight boost to 240 metric tonnes includes the integration of aerodynamic technologies from the A350 XWB programme, along with enhancements to the aircraft'Äôs jet engines.
CIT Group Inc. placed the first order for this increased takeoff weight A330 version two days after the launch announcement was made, adding to the transportation finance company's already large portfolio of the jetliners available for lessors.
In November, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ announced a further improvement of the A330 takeoff weight, with an increase to 242 metric tonnes for both the A330-200 and A330-300 versions. This upgrade also provides an increased fuel capacity option for the larger A330-300, and builds on the enhancements announced during the Farnborough Airshow.
Another key development at the biennial Farnborough event was Cathay Pacific'Äôs choice to incorporate 26 A350-1000s into its fleet, validating AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô action in 2011 to improve the A350-1000 version of its A350 XWB wide-body jetliner family with a higher-thrust engine and an increased takeoff weight.
Overall, AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ announced 115 new sales and commitments during the Farnborough Airshow, which also included 57 commitments for the A320ceo (current engine option) family 'Äď demonstrating this is still the industry'Äôs benchmark single-aisle aircraft product line, along with 29 bookings for the A320neo (new engine option).
Tianjin assembly line completes 100th A320 Family aircraft
The AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ A320 Family Final Assembly Line China 'Äď a joint venture involving AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ and Chinese partners 'Äď marked completion of its 100th aircraft at Tianjin, with this milestone celebrated during a grand event on 31 August, 2012 presided by German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Wen JiabaoRead more
The AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ A320 Final Assembly Line China (FALC) achieved a production milestone in August with completion of the 100th single-aisle aircraft built at the Tianjin facility. German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao presided over a celebration of this accomplishment, which was attended by some 1,000 people.
One day prior to the event, a framework agreement was signed by AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ, the Tianjin Free Trade Zone and the Aviation Industry Corporation of China to continue cooperation on this joint-venture assembly line beyond the current business plan 'Äď which is due to expire in 2016.
Opened in August 2008, the Tianjin site is the third A320 Family final assembly line worldwide, and is AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ'Äô first outside of Europe.¬† Aircraft delivered from the complex have been received by 11 Chinese operators, while more than 500 A320 Family jetliners have been ordered in China since the Tianjin project'Äôs original agreement was signed.
The milestone 100th Chinese-built AG'ś»ňľ∆Ľģ jetliner was delivered to Air China in September, with this A320 planned for operation on domestic routes linking Shanghai to other cities in the country.


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Septimus is trying to take his place as the youngest son of the Heap family, and the Apprentice to the intimidating Extra-Ordinary Wizard, Marcia (who is still wearing her purple python pointy shoes). Jenna is learning what it means to be the Princess. The Heap family has greatly changed; Silas & Sarah now live in the Castle along with Jenna, and are trying very hard to learn to manage the huge empty building, left bare and sad after 10 years occupation by the Custodian Army. Nicko is a Apprenticed to a boat-builder and lives by the Harbor. Sam, Jo-jo, Edd & Erik have decided to stay on in the Forest at "Camp Heap." Septimus lives in the Wizard Tower under Marcia's supervision. That leaves Simon... unfortunately he returns just as the book begins, bent on getting back at the twerpy younger brother who took (was offered) the Apprenticeship he'd long desired. He kidnaps Jenna, despite having grown up with her as his beloved little sister; to him she is now the one responsible for ruining his life and the cozy family life he once had. When none of the grown-ups believe that he would do such a thing, Septimus & Nicko set off to find her.
On a cold wintry day in the Castle, the Ordinary Wizard Silas Heap comes upon a newborn girl, lying (well wrapped but alone) in the snow. Quickly he takes the child under his robes and begins to hurry home to his wife Sarah and their seven sons-- the youngest of whom, Septimus, was born today. As he hurries to their warm tiny home in The Ramblings (a topsy-turvy extension complex of halls and rooms within the Castle walls), he is stopped by Marcia Overstrand, who today has become the ExtraOrdinary Wizard. "Tell no one you found her. She was born to you!" is her cryptic command, and she brushes by, leaving Silas dumbfounded. As he reaches home, he finds his wife sobbing and his six little boys too terrified to cry; Septimus has died! The tiny baby girl is immediately accepted into the family, in some ways filling the hole baby Septimus' death left in their hearts. They name her Jenna, after Sarah's mother.
A very ordinary hobbit finds himself in an utterly unlooked-for adventure, thanks to the meddling of Gandalf the Wizard. He never wanted to cross distant lands to get dwarven treasure back from a dragon! Or did he? Perhaps the Took side of the family was stronger in him than he knew? Regardless, he finds himself as the 14th member of an expedition to reclaim the gold rightfully belonging to Thorin Oakenshield- once King under the Lonely Mountain. Despite the lack of proper meals and lodgings, Bilbo begins to enjoy his adventure, despite encountering trolls, Beorn the wild bear-man, wood-elves, goblins, Wargs, a wretched Gollum creature, and one very greedy dragon (Smaug). Whatever would their company have done without Gandalf? They surely would have been eaten by trolls or goblins or both!
Jason awakens on a bus in the middle of the Arizona Desert, surrounded by kids his own age and being bossed around by a coach. He has no idea who he is, nor who the people around him are. They are soon attacked by storm spirits, and Jason instinctively knows what they are and how to fight them. He and two other students- Piper, who says she's his girlfriend, and Leo, who says he's his best friend- are rescued by Annabeth & Butch (a new demigod), and are flown to Camp Half-Blood. By order of Zeus, Mt. Olympus has cut off communication with all mortals, including Camp Half-Blood. Something strange is definitely going on. Chiron realizes who Jason is and where he is from, but won't divulge anything. Soon all three friends are claimed by their godly parents, and they are sent off on a quest to save Hera from an unknown super-powerful enemy. All along, Jason is trying to discover who he is, where he's spent the past 12 years, and why each of them has been selected by Hera for this quest. The fulfillment of the second Great Prophecy is being revealed.
I truly savored this book, relishing the slow revealing of the parallel Roman aspects.
Four siblings- Peter, Susan, Edmund & Lucy- enter the fantastical world of Narnia through a magical wardrobe in the home of the Professor. Lucy, the youngest, enters first, and makes friends with a faun (Mr. Tumnus) under a solitary iron lamp-post in a snowy forest. She finds that Narnia is under the control of the White Witch, who has made it "always winter and never Christmas." Her brother Edmund secretly follows her through the wardrobe a few days later, meeting the White Witch herself, and falls under her spell through enchanted Turkish Delight. Finally, one fateful day, all four children hide in the wardrobe and find themselves in Narnia. Edmund's deceit is revealed, and in his anger he runs away to the White Witch. Meanwhile, the children take refuge with Mr. & Mrs. Beaver, who explain that the true King of Narnia is Aslan, the Great Lion, Son of the Emperor-Beyond-the-Sea, and that his coming will end the White Witch's reign and her life. The children are to be a part of this, for so runs an ancient prophecy. Peter, Susan and Lucy reach Aslan, while Edmund finds himself imprisoned by the evil Witch in whom he had trusted. Aslan promises to help Edmund, and this he does, through one of the most beautiful Gospel analogies in all of literature. (read more!)
Bottom line? This is an odd-numbered HP book, meaning it is intensely psychological. We are all up in Harry's angst, identity crises, and confusion. Alchemically speaking, this book represents the "black" (nigriedo) stage, which is all about breaking the character down to prepare it for purification from of all impurities to create a pure and beautiful Gold in the end. This book is full of Harry being stripped of every part of his identity, with everything that he holds dear being taken from him in some measure: his identity as a wizard, as a Quiddich-player, as a part of the Weasley family, as "just like his father," as an honest and sane person (the newspaper reports that he is attention-seeking and slightly deranged), future career goals, and even as a hero are all questioned.
The more I read, the more I see!! J.K. Rowling is the queen of narrative misdirection; I can see why she loved Emma (Jane Austen), which is a book ALL ABOUT thinking you know where the characters and plot is going, and being totally wrong. This book is amazing at that! For any who haven't read the sequel I won't spoil anything, but I will say that this book does a wonderful job making you lean one way, and then letting go so you fall over. :)
Bottom line? This book is chock-full of lessons on mercy and trust. But really, it's incomplete without Book 7!!
Cautions? The death at the book's end is in some ways unexpected, and it is very very sad. I cried. Some of the material is clearly for older readers-- the boy-girl relationships are quite full of "snogging" (kissing), though this is poked fun at and shown to be immature.
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Continuing moderate but steady growth in Germany and the UK and a return to growth in Italy, France and Spain, are the main factors behind Europe's flexible-packaging market growing by nearly 1.9% in 2015, up from 1.4% in 2014. In volume (area) terms, growth, at just over 2%, exceeded value due to the increasing substitution of cheaper materials and also some further downgauging.
These are two of the main conclusions from PCI Wood Mackenzie's latest annual report on the €13.5 billion European converted flexible packaging market, with growth expected to be broadly maintained at this level in 2016. Report author Paul Gaster also notes, "The small uptake in demand also reflects tentative recovery in the Eurozone economy following the introduction of the policy of quantitative easing."
As in previous years, there were some significant regional and national variations in value and volume demand trends. Growth in Western Europe picked up last year as demand in Germany, the UK and Benelux continued to grow, albeit modestly. Sales growth in Turkey was maintained at around 3%, while the French, Italian and Spanish markets returned to growth, following static or declining demand in earlier years. The Italian market in particular had a successful year, with demand increasing by 3%, its best performance for many years.
The Russian flex-pack market did relatively better that might have been expected. While the country's economy contracted by nearly 4% in 2015, flexible packaging demand continued to grow, albeit at less than 2% during the year. Of all the major European markets, Poland continued, yet again, to grow most strongly, while demand stabilized in Ukraine following previous large declines. A significant trend is the growing importance of East European exports of flexible packaging to Western Europe.
Now in its 16th edition, PCI Wood Mackenzie's "The European Flexible Packaging Market to 2020" has become an invaluable tool in driving business planning, investment and future product developments. Based on original field research, it is the most recent and comprehensive report available on the European market, providing over 300 pages of historical data and highly detailed market analysis and statistics for 2015, estimates for 2016 and forecasts through to 2020.
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This week Domino's Pizza hit the headlines with news its CEO Don Meij earned an astonishing $37 million last year, making him by far the highest-paid chief executive in Australia.
The news sparked outrage among The New Daily's readers, with the comment section of our article boiling with indignation that someone could be paid such an obscene sum for flogging pizzas, and allegedly exploiting workers in the process.
Given the level of outrage, The New Daily decided to dig a bit deeper, and find out what a CEO has to do to earn this kind of money.
The answer was pretty interesting. If you set aside the serious allegations of exploitation and underpayment, and look exclusively at the financial results, then there are no two ways about it: Mr Meij is running an exuberantly successful business.
Its success contrasts strikingly with the struggles of its biggest rival, Pizza Hut, which has plodded along wearily in the dust while Domino's has galloped off into the sunset.
Domino's exceptional success, it seems, comes down to two things, and neither of them is its pizzas. They are its tech prowess, and its vast distribution network.
In fact, when you look at it through this lens, Domino's looks like an Amazon-style tech company that happens to deliver pizzas.
But before going into that, let's have a look at the numbers.
Domino's exuberant growth
Domino's Pizza Enterprises is an ASX-listed company related to, but essentially separate from, the US company of the same name. It operates restaurants in Australia, New Zealand, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Japan and Germany.
Over the last five years Domino's has expanded at a terrific rate, and this expansion is reflected in just about every metric.
Its share price at the start of 2012 was $7.80. Today it is worth $47.92 – more than six times the value.
Its store growth has also been phenomenal, going from 970 across the countries in 2013 to more than 2200 today.
Domino's profits have been excellent, growing by double-digit percentages every year since 2013 – from $30.4 million in 2013, to $118 million in 2017.
For potential investors, one of the most important metrics is revenue growth, and in this area Domino's has also outdone itself, growing revenue in double-digit percentages every year, and by almost 100 per cent in 2014.
Pizza Hut, by contrast, has been lacklustre. In Australia, the Pizza Hut franchise is owned by a holding company called Out of the Box, which is itself owned by private equity investor Allegro.
Unlike Domino's, Pizza Hut is not listed on the stock exchange, which means it publishes much less information about its finances. However, financial research company IBISWorld estimates its revenue has gone from $156.5 million a year in 2013, to $240 million in 2018.
The vast majority of that growth came not from organic growth, like Domino's, but from the acquisition of Australian pizza chain Eagle Boys.
The graphics below compare the growth of Pizza Hut and Domino's. As you can see, Domino's absolutely pummels Pizza Hut.
Why has Domino's done so well?
Andrew Ledovskikh, senior industry analyst at IBISWorld, told The New Daily the secret to Domino's success was that it got ahead of the game on tech and delivery.
"Domino's invested very heavily in its online platform and its delivery system, and that played very well for it," he said.
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This, he said, created "a lot of excitement among franchisees", which allowed it to expand its network of stores. This massively boosted its delivery network, meaning it could offer ultra-quick delivery. It currently offers a 20-minute delivery guarantee.
Pizza Hut, by contrast, which had built its empire on eat-in restaurants, and which was the biggest pizza takeaway at the turn of the century, failed to ride the tech wave with anything like the aplomb of Domino's. As a result, Mr Ledovskikh said Pizza Hut "was just never able to compete" with Domino's.
Pizza Hut attempted to compete with a major cost-cutting program. But this backfired in a big way when, in 2015, 288 of Pizza Hut's 298 franchisees launched a class action against Pizza Hut for damaging their business through this cost-cutting exercise.
Mr Ledovskikh predicts that Domino's superb run will continue with double digit growth this year – and the rise of Uber Eats and Deliveroo are unlikely to derail this.
So, is Mr Meij worth $37 million a year? Mr Ledovskikh would not pass judgement on this, except to say: "The company has done really well, and the board has decided it's worth it for them."