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Here. This is a long post, but there's some data at the end! The Oklahoma Supreme Court wins favorite sentence in an ICWA case of 2016:
"Appellants' [State of Oklahoma and foster mother] unlearned understanding of what is binding case law and attempts to broaden holdings of this Court, the United States Supreme Court [Adoptive Couple v. Baby Girl], and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals [Neilson v. Ketchum], and ICWA's provisions dealing with termination of parental rights will not support a reversal of the district court's order. Because the district court did not err in granting the motion to transfer to tribal court, we affirm the order granting the motion to transfer."
Facts (everything in bold is emphasis added):
M.H.C. (the child) was born in September of 2013. The Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) placed the child in protective custody on November 5, 2013. In the initial petition filed on November 18, 2013, the State of Oklahoma1 (the State) declared ICWA's provisions applicable. On November 21, 2013, the Cherokee Nation appeared at the initial appearance, and the natural mother informed the court that she had a Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood but was not currently a tribal member.
¶3 Thereafter, the Cherokee Nation received official notice from the State that it planned to adjudicate the child as deprived. The Cherokee Nation sent DHS a response notifying DHS that the child was eligible for enrollment in the tribe and enclosing a tribal-enrollment application for DHS to complete. The Cherokee Nation testified it could not complete the application without access to the child's case file and birth certificate. After the Cherokee Nation's initial attempt to have DHS complete the enrollment application, the Cherokee Nation sent DHS three additional enrollment applications. DHS employee Ms. Choate testified to seeing at least one application and acknowledged that a DHS employee can fill out a child's enrollment application without natural mother's assistance. Ms. Choate testified she had previously filled out a child's application to help the child gain tribal membership.
¶4 On December 3, 2013, the district court ruled ICWA inapplicable. At the first family team meeting, the Cherokee Nation, the natural mother, and DHS were present. The natural mother was informed if she gained membership in the Cherokee Nation, ICWA would apply. The natural mother was also told if ICWA applied, the child would likely have to leave foster mother's care because foster mother was a non-ICWA compliant placement. No party informed the natural mother of ICWA's benefits and protections.2 The natural mother declined to enroll at the time. The district court subsequently found the State broke confidentiality by allowing the Cherokee Nation to attend a family team meeting in a non-ICWA case.
¶5 In September 2014, the State filed a motion to terminate the natural mother's rights due to her absence in the pending court proceedings.The State served the natural mother by publication. On December 18, 2014, the court entered a Default Order of Termination of Parental Rights against the natural mother for failure to appear and defend her rights to her child. On February 5, 2015, the natural mother became an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation. On February 19, 2015, the Cherokee Nation filed a motion to intervene and, on March 24, 2015, filed a motion to transfer to tribal court. In the spring of 2015, the district court vacated the order terminating the natural mother's rights due to statutorily defective service. On June 9, 2015, the district court found natural mother's rights were still intact and the permanency plan should be reunification.
The Appellants made the following arguments as to why OICWA and ICWA should not apply:
1. "Appellant's position is that congressional intent to limit ICWA's reach is found in its rejection of a proposed definition of 'Indian' to include all persons eligible for membership in an Indian tribe within ICWA's purview whether or not a parent was a tribal member."
2. "OICWA, 10 O.S.2011 §§ 40-40.9, limits ICWA's application to children who are Indian children prior to the proceedings' initiation."
3. "ICWA's plain language prohibits applying ICWA to a case where the child is not in a parent's custody at the time the child comes within ICWA's definition of Indian child."
4. "Their initial premise is that the child was not removed from an Indian family because the mother was not enrolled at the time the State removed the child. Appellants assert that pursuant to Section 1902's policy statement, ICWA applies only to 'intact Indian families,' and no Indian family existed at the time of the child's removal." An argument the Oklahoma Supreme Court called "at best, confusing."
The Oklahoma Supreme Court found that "[t]he provisions of ICWA become effective in a state child custody proceeding on the date that the record supports a finding that ICWA applies. Section 1911(b) became applicable, with prospective application, when the child met the definition of an Indian child under ICWA. Appellants have failed to provide any authority which would require a different finding."
The Supreme Court also agreed that transfer was appropriate, stating among other things:
Appellants claim the best interests of the child support denial of the transfer to tribal court. The record does not support their argument. The goal of the district court's permanency plan was reunification with the natural mother. Appellants failed to present any evidence which would show that transfer to tribal court would not promote this goal. Although Appellants introduced evidence of a bond with a half-sibling in the foster mother's care, they introduced no evidence of a bond with the foster mother and failed to present any evidence of physical or emotional harm to the child if the proceedings were transferred to tribal court. Appellants' evidence was that the child would suffer from a change in foster-care placement-an issue not before the district court or this Court. ICWA's placement preference are applicable to district court proceeding. And lastly, the best interests of the child can just as easily be determined by the tribal court.One argument Appellants strongly imply is that a tribal court could not make this determination. Appellants have not supported this implication, and we refuse to make such a finding.
Since the last time a state appellate court has affirmed a lower court's transfer to tribal court, (In re Jayda L., Neb. Ct. App. 2012), there have been at least 13 other transfer cases. Only 2 others ended up with a transfer to tribal court (Kansas, Nebraska). This is the 20th case ever where the appellate court affirmed the lower court's transfer decision. In comparison, there have been 22 times where the appellate court reversed the lower court's decision to send the case to tribal court.


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SOLIDWORKS 2016 SP 5.0 EV is available for download
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The Ayrshire Red Squirrel Group was established in 2002 with the aim of conserving red squirrels throughout Ayrshire. As part of this aim, the group has secured funds to deliver a red squirrel conservation project in the Carrick area of South Ayrshire. The programme will complement an existing Carrick Invasive Species Project run by the Ayrshire Rivers Trust which is targeting invasive non-native plants in the region.
Our Grey Squirrel Control Coordinator oversees work to reduce the threats to red squirrel populations in the Carrick area, by establishing and co-ordinating a programme of grey squirrel control, managing squirrelpox surveillance and collating data to monitor squirrel populations in the area.
The Project Officer also provides training to local communities, enabling volunteers to carry out surveys and participate in a grey squirrel control programme, ensuring the long-term sustainability of red squirrel populations in the area.


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Capitals forward Brendan Leipsic made misogynistic comments in a private Instagram conversation that was leaked on Wednesday. Also in the conversation, Leipsic disparaged former and current teammates, including linemates Nic Dowd and Garnet Hathaway. Leipsic was exposed by the Instagram account @Angelszeee2020.
Leipsic has offered an apology of sorts.
The Panthers' Jack Rodewald also participated in the group chat.
Leipsic says hateful things towards specific women, including harsh descriptions of their appearance. Some of the screenshots were re-posted across Twitter. Leipsic called his linemates on the fourth line, Hathaway and Dowd, "losers." He also said of Jake Virtanen and his friends, "Easily the worst crew in the world."
The screenshots can be seen in full via this thread on Twitter.
HERE IS A THREAD OF ALL THE DMS. the account got taken down but I screenshotted all of them
I'm sorry if some of these are double screenshots pic.twitter.com/uCoo5fGMrb
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Screenshots of Leipsic's comments are one of the most trending items on Reddit Hockey and Hockey Twitter.
Brendan Leipsic even called out his former teammates on the Canucks, like Virtanen, and his current teammates on the Capitals. pic.twitter.com/huuzLxwRHz
— Leah Kessel (@leahflame) May 6, 2020
This afternoon, Leipsic deleted his Instagram account.
@Angelszeee2020 deleted their account as well. @Angelszeee2020's description in their profile read:
Just a group of pathetic beta dudes bashing completely gorgeous girls
The Capitals issued a comment confirming the comments were real. "We are aware of the unacceptable and offensive comments made by Brendan Leipsic in a private conversation on social media," a Capitals spokesman said to The Washington Post's Samantha Pell. "We will handle this matter internally."
"We are aware of the unacceptable and offensive comments made by Brendan Leipsic in a private conversation on social media. We will handle this matter internally."
– Per a Washington Capitals spokesman.
— Samantha Pell (@SamanthaJPell) May 6, 2020
Leipsic then issued an apology of sorts on his personal Twitter account.
"Yesterday my friend's Instagram account was hacked and an individual circulated images that are representative of private conversations I was a part of," Leipsic said. "I fully recognize how inappropriate and offensive these comments are and sincerely apologize to everyone for my actions. I am committed to learning from this and becoming a better person by taking time to determine how to move forward in an accountable, meaningful way. I am truly sorry."
— brendan leipsic (@19LEIP) May 6, 2020
Update: The NHL has condemned Leipsic and Rodewald's comments and says "there is no place in our league for such statements."
"The National Hockey League strongly condemns the misogynistic and reprehensible remarks made by players Brendan Leipsic and Jack Rodewald in a private group chat that has surfaced on social media. There is no place in our League for such statements, attitudes and behavior, no matter the forum. We will address this inexcusable conduct with the clubs and players involved."
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My first year of blogging is in the books and I want to do a little recap of how it all went. I'm pretty proud of sticking to my goal of putting up something new on every Monday of each week. This will be post number 55, since I extended AIA Convention and Washington DC coverage into a couple of posts. By the numbers, here are the top 6 posts of the year:
6. Why 6? So I could include the first of my favorite series of posts, Guess This Fake Architect (47 views). These are some of my favorite posts to do and I still have a couple of more up my sleeve, although I'm trying not to get too obscure. Given that people really only know like, 2 architects, that ship might have already sailed.
5. Aquaponics – Garden Table (49). I'm happy that some of my aquaponics ramblings turn up when people search the internet for it. I'm making progress on that front, so hopefully 2013 will have some actual plants and fish for people to look at when they visit the blog.
4. 4 Best Olympic Stadiums (52). This post I did sort of on a lark and I've been really happy with the consistent popularity of it. It seems like every week when I'm trolling my own stats, somebody ends up on this post when they were looking for Olympic Stadiums.
3. 4 New Brand Prototypes (55). This post does a good job of encapsulating what I try and do, which is be funny and also be reasonably good at architecture.
2. Washington D.C. – AIA Convention (67). I think I'd like to do more posts like these in the future, sort of like a correspondent-type thing. I need to be invited to more high-society affairs first.
1. Flow Chart Recipes – Crazy or Cool? (69). The popularity of this post baffles me quite a bit, but I'm not complaining. I think the final verdict is that they are obviously cool, even if they aren't technically flow charts.
Dear pennyparsnip and alithearchitect: thank you for being (by far) my top two commenters! Dear everybody else: you don't have to be a lady with an awesome blog to comment. You could be a dude with an awesome blog, too, or an omnisexual with an OK blog. Anybody, really.
On a similar note, there were no nominations for Reader's Choice Award, so I have to infer from statistics. Based on "likes", the honor goes to The Environmental Learning Center at Harrison Hills Park, with 8. Based on unique commenters (excluding myself), the honor goes to Holiday Tip – Modern key ring holder, with 2.
I want to highlight 3 posts this year that I think are indicative of my voice and this blog's scope. They also were some of my earlier posts, so if you're a new reader you should check them out. The first is Code Reviews Throughout the Centuries, which (like the brand prototypes) is written in a humorous tone over the backdrop of architecture. The other thing I personally like about this post is that when I first had the idea for it, I wanted to write one long review for the Colosseum, but realized that I wasn't going to be able to stretch that one joke over 400 more words. I audibled at the last minute and I think the end result was way better than my original idea. The second is Designing my House – Part 1, because I had a lot of fun making that video, and I think over time the series of posts documenting me designing my house will be a really cool resource. And finally, I have a soft spot for What does a wedding dress have to do with Architecture? I like it because of the abstract connections between economics and architecture, and also because of the sweet non-sequiter about the Minnesota Wild.
Thanks to everyone who was kind enough to read this blog in 2012, and I hope you keep on doing so.


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The Standard Two-Bedroom Suite has a living room with a dining area, a refrigerator and a balcony overlooking the sea.
Each of the air-conditioned suites is elegantly decorated with wooden furniture and tiled floors.
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Room Size: 130 square metres
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How to Reduce AC Use and Save
Summertime can evoke a mixture of emotions, from happiness over the warmer weather, to dread over the impending hike in energy costs. Fortunately there are steps you can take to reduce AC usage and save energy. Here are some great tips to get you started:
Tips for Saving
- Focus on your windows. The summer sun comes in at a higher angle than in the winter, when the angle is much more shallow. Shade east- and west-facing windows, with trees or high shrubbery, a horizontal trellis or a shaded pergola, all of which can help reduce heat gain by as much as 80 percent. Opt to plant deciduous trees or climbing greenery on the south side of your home, both of which will allow for heat gain from the shallow sun during the winter months.
- Cool down the exterior. When it's time to paint or replace your roof, choose light, reflective colors and materials such as Energy Star roofing products.
- Schedule annual preventive maintenance. A clean, well-tuned AC will run more effectively and efficiently than a dirty, neglected one.
- Nix the inefficient appliances. Aging or inefficient appliances and light bulbs generate a significant amount of heat and should be replaced with energy-efficient CFL or LED lighting, and Energy Star-certified appliances.
- Tighten up your home. Consider adding another layer of insulation in the attic, and locate and seal air leaks around your home's perimeter. Use caulking or weatherstripping where necessary and don't forget about leaky ducts, which can account for as much as 20 percent of your energy bill; cracks or breaks should be sealed with foil-backed tape or duct mastic.
- Get the air moving. A ceiling fan can help reduce AC usage and save energy in rooms that are occupied, as the wind chill effect cools you through accelerated perspiration on your skin. Since they only cool the occupants and not the room, turn them off when you leave.
For more tips on how to reduce AC usage and save energy, give us a call at Carefree Comfort, Inc. Heating & Air Conditioning, serving homeowners in Highland Park and the surrounding areas.
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Written and Illustrated by Natalie Sullivan
If you were given a choice between eight different pills and each one gave you a different superpower...
Which Pill Would You Choose?
Follow the eight original members of the superhero group the "Power Pills" as their origin stories are told. Starting with the socially awkward Caleb Budde, this series is a quirky superhero comic that quickly spun into a world of colorful characters and goofy interations.
Member 1: Caleb Budde
The unspoken leader of the Power Pills, Caleb Budde, is also the original member of the team. He's a nervous person with a heat of gold.
Sometimes college kids just want to have fun. When Caleb's roommate, Guy Foust, drags him to a party, he runs into a man with a strange pill...
Total pages:
Caleb Budde, Guy Foust, Travis Birman, Kate Dhanani
Volume 1: The Party
Volume 2: Effects
After Caleb's medical issues at the party, Caleb wakes up to what seems normal but when he begins to hear voices, he realizes that maybe he had more than just a headache.
Total pages:
Caleb Budde, Guy Foust
Volume 3: The Robbery
Now that Caleb has adjusted to his powers, he accidentally overhears a group of three students planning a robbery. Caleb convinces Guy to come with him to stop the robbers.
Total pages:
Caleb Budde, Guy Foust, Travis Birman, Unnamed Superhero
Heeding the superhero's warnings, Guy enrolls Caleb in mixed martial arts where he and Kate Dhanani explore his powers. Until someone begins attacking the town.
Total pages:
Caleb Budde, Guy Foust, Kate Dhanani, Travis Birman, Avery Rodriguez
Volume 4: Mind Reader
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Member 2: Daniel Wirsch
Dan is the heart of the Power Pills. He's a rough-around-the-edges, theater kid who refuses to admit when he's been beaten. He can be a bit prickly, but he's also one of the most fun people you'll meet.
Volume 5: Skeptic
Dan REFUSES to admit that there is a person out there who can read minds, but his disbelieving attitude may bring some ironic proof his way.
Total pages:
Dan Wirsch, Lucy Cipher, Max Armijo
It appears that the pill has taken effect, and Dan now feels like a fish out of water trying to adjust to the new abilities he had no idea were even possible to have.
Total pages:
Dan Wirsch, Lucy Cipher, Nico Hyland, Max Armijo, Jason Kendi


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Indiana Sen. Brandt Hershman's plan to reward school districts for high test scores looks a lot like a scheme to steal from the poor and give to the rich — or, more accurately, to steal a little from almost everyone and give it to the rich.
Hershman, a Republican who represents a rural district near Lafayette, is proposing to give extra money to public school corporations at which more than 85 percent of students pass both the math and English ISTEP-Plus exams. The bonus would be $500 for each student who passes.
That's arguably "giving to the rich" because, predictably, the school districts that would qualify are districts that serve few poor students. Most are suburban districts; many are located in the "doughnut counties" that surround Indianapolis.
Based on last year's test scores, 15 school corporations would get the money. At only a couple of them do more than a quarter of students come from families with incomes low enough to qualify for free or reduced-price school lunches. Statewide, nearly half of all students qualify for lunch subsidies.
It's estimated the program would cost $17 million a year. The biggest chunk would likely to go Carmel-Clay schools, one of the state's wealthiest districts, where fewer than 10 percent of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunches.
Hershman doesn't identify a funding source, saying only that, if the economy improves, "there will be some new money available for K through 12," according to a story from the Franklin College Statehouse bureau. In other words, the bonus money is likely to come from whatever legislators allocate to public schools. That's a big pie, of course, and $17 million isn't much of a slice. Still, it seems likely the program would get money that would otherwise be divided among public schools.
Indiana has historically had a "progressive" system of funding K-12 education, in which high-poverty school districts spend more, per student, than low-poverty districts. The Education Law Center at Rutgers University, in a "report card" issued this month, rated Indiana No. 7 among the states for the fairness of its funding system.
But the Rutgers report relies on data that go only through 2009, before Republicans took control of the Indiana legislature and approved a state budget that sliced funding for high-poverty school districts like Gary and Indianapolis. If the report used today's data, Indiana's funding formula would still look progressive, but less so. Hershman's plan would be another step away from fairness.
The bigger issue with the proposal, however, is that there are already plenty of incentives for schools to focus on students' test scores, ranging from the threat of state takeover to the fact that teachers are unlikely to get raises and may even lose their jobs if students' test scores don't keep up.
If Hershman really thinks school corporations need another carrot to get serious about tests, he ought to focus on improvement, not just scores. For example, if the state rewarded schools whose students do the best on Indiana's growth model, which measures year-to-year improvement in test scores, at least all districts might have a chance to share in the money.
As an aside, it seems to have been forgotten that Indiana once had a program, called performance-based awards, that gave extra money to school districts for improving their test scores and attendance rates. It was part of A-Plus, the big package of educational changes that Gov. Robert Orr and state Superintendent H. Dean Evans pushed through the legislature in 1987. Evans got lawmakers to fund the program for a couple of budget cycles, but it eventually fell by the wayside.


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Brian Custer Previews a Big Night of BIG3 Basketball in the Motor City
The BIG3 is in Detroit tonight, and we're not talking about auto companies.
BIG3, the professional 3-on-3, half-court basketball league cofounded by rapper/actor Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz, is touring the country this summer. The eight-team league, made up mostly of former NBA players coached by some of the greatest names in basketball, is enjoying a big rise in its second season.
Whether it's because of nostalgia, an insatiable hunger for hoops, a desire for something different or an unsatisfying conclusion to the NBA season, BIG3 has stepped up for fans of the game.
"When you get an NBA Finals where you kind of knew what was going to happen, you want something to fill that void," says Fox Sports' BIG3 announcer Brian Custer.
"And why not [fill it] with professional basketball from guys you grew up watching or guys who just played in the league who are playing competitive basketball? It's exciting. The way they have it set up is fan-friendly, especially from a TV standpoint."
It's @thebig3 day tonight @LCArena_Detroit #Letsgo 🏀 https://t.co/yDmUNVvd0j
— Brian Custer (@BCusterTV) July 13, 2018
BIG3 heads to Little Caesar's Arena in Detroit for Week 4 on Friday with action tipping off in the first game at 6/5c on Facebook Watch. Action switches over to FS1 and the Fox Sports app at 7/6c for the remaining three games of the night.
2018 World Cup Final Match: Watch France vs. Croatia on Fox
Detroit will host a matchup of 3-0 teams as Tri-State takes on the 3 Headed Monsters. Coached by basketball legend Julius "Dr. J" Erving, Tri-State features Jermaine O'Neal, Amar'e Stoudemire, Nate Robinson and David Hawkins. Gary Payton coaches the 3 Headed Monsters, starring Reggie Evans, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Jamario Moon and Kwame Brown.
"Tri-State has just looked good," Custer says. "Dr. J's got his team playing very good, and I think that they'll probably be the favorites going into the game."
While there are no home teams in BIG3, fans at the arenas still find plenty of guys to root for. "It's like every city we go to, there are some players or coaches that have a connection to that city." Detroit Pistons legend Rick Mahorn coaches Trilogy, and former Pistons Chauncey Billups (Killer 3s) and Jason Maxiell (3's Company) will be fan favorites on Friday night.
The remainder of the BIG3 season schedule on Fox Sports and Facebook Watch:
WEEK 4 July 13: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Facebook Watch/FS1, 6/5c
WEEK 5 July 20: American Airlines Arena, Miami, Facebook Watch/FS1, 8/7c
WEEK 6 July 27: Air Canada Centre, Toronto, Facebook Watch/FS1, 8/7c
WEEK 7 August 3: TD Garden, Boston, Facebook Watch/FS1, 8/7c
WEEK 8 August 10: Infinite Energy Arena, Atlanta, Facebook Watch/FS1, 8/7c
WEEK 9 (Playoffs) August 17: American Airlines Center, Dallas, Fox, 8/7c
WEEK 10 (Championship) August 24: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, N.Y., Fox, 8/7c


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Simply Delicious Living: Crispy Eggplant with Goat Cheese, Tomato & Basil Appetizer
This Crispy Eggplant appetizer is so elegant and delicious! Serve it as an appetizer before dinner or for lunch with my Simple Side Salad or my Very Green Salad.
This recipe is also featured in my first novel, "Lady in the Window," (In bookstores May 9, 2017 from SelectBooks). The main character in the novel, Kate Grace, enjoys this lovely appetizer overlooking the Pacific Ocean and an amazing sunset! For more information on the novel, visit: maryannridinispencer.com.
- 1 organic eggplant, peeled and sliced into small rounds
- 1½ c. organic Italian seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 organic free-range eggs
- ½ c. coconut milk
- small log of goat cheese
- 10-15 fresh basil leaves
- 3-4 organic Roma tomatoes, sliced
- organic extra virgin olive oil
- In a large bowl, pour in breadcrumbs.
- In another bowl, add in eggs and milk.
- With a fork, beat eggs and milk until blended.
- With a fork, take one eggplant round, dip in milk and egg mixture (coat both sides), then dip into breadcrumb mixture (also coating on both sides.
- Continue the same process with all the rounds.
- In a skillet on the stovetop over low heat, drizzle olive oil over the bottom of the skillet.
- Place breaded eggplant rounds in the skillet.
- Cook until a golden brown on both sides.
- When rounds are done, remove from skillet and arrange on a plate.
- When the rounds have cooled (approx. 10 minutes), slice the goat cheese log placing a slice of goat cheese on top of each round, place one basil leaf on each round, then a slice of tomato.
- Serve immediately!
You may need more egg and milk mixture (and/or breadcrumbs) depending upon the size of your eggplant...so have a little extra on hand. Enjoy!
© 2016, Maryann Ridini Spencer, SimplyDeliciousLiving.com
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Dee Masters speaks at Legal-Island's 10th Equality Law Update in Northern Ireland
Dee Masters today spoke at Legal-Island's 10th Equality Law Update at the Merchant Hotel, Belfast, Northern Ireland.
The session covered Age Discrimination and Goods, Facilities and Services (GFS) and the wide ranging implications for businesses, services providers and consumers alike. A copy of the paper can be found by clicking here.


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What I love about NSF is that there is always some exciting new stuff in their collection. Be it their dégradé jacket, their super shredded rigid boyfriends, or their extremely feminine skirts, there is always something new to discover.
I am especially delighted about the continuing growth of this brand, as I have followed them since their very beginnings. Can't wait to see what other rad denim Jamie Haller, their creative director is going to come up with in the future!
You can purchase NSF clothes at Barney's, among many other places.


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How to Make a No-Sew Safety Pin Purse
Fun and funky, this no-sew safety pin hobo purse is inexpensive and easy to make. Craft one in every color to match your summer wardrobe.
- Step 1: Iron the bandanna Smooth the bandanna over an ironing board and press gently with an iron to remove any wrinkles.
- Step 2: Measure the bandanna Measure 8 inches from each corner with the ruler. Then tie a knot at each corner at that point. Make sure the knots are tight.
- TIP: Use an additional bandanna or scarf for a longer handle. Roll the bandanna lengthwise and tie two knots at each end to attach the handle to the bag.
- Step 3: Create the handles Use a double knot to tie two of the ends together. Repeat with the remaining two ends.
- Step 4: Embellish with safety pins Attach safety pins of various sizes to the body of the purse. Attach them at random intervals in a whimsical manner or position them in straight lines for a harder, industrial look.
- Step 5: Fill your purse Place your essentials inside the purse. It's big enough to hold lip gloss, a cell phone, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a wallet. Toss it over your shoulder and you're ready to go!
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A selection of hymns and psalms for Christian worship, by H.E. Howse, junr
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A Selection of Hymns and Psalms for Christian Worship, by H.E. Howse, Junr
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abroad adore Almighty appear attend beams bear Behold bids blessings blest bliss boundless breast breath bright bring cheerful Christ Christian command crown darkness death delight divine dwell earth endless eternal ev'ry everlasting face faith Father fear flow frame friends give glorious glory God's gospel grace gracious grateful hand happy head hear heart heav'n heav'nly holy honours hope hour humble hymn immortal Jesus join kind King known leads light live Lord meet mercy mind morning mortal nature never night o'er pain path peace pleasures pow'r praise proclaim race raise reigns rest rise roll round sacred saints salvation Saviour seek shine sing skies songs soul sound spirit spread stand sure sweet thee thine thou thought thro thy name thy praise tongue truth voice wisdom wonders worship
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Pagina 128 - THE Lord my pasture shall prepare, And feed me with a shepherd's care ; His presence shall my wants supply, And guard me with a watchful eye ; My noon-day walks he shall attend, And all my midnight hours defend.
Pagina 365 - Forgive me, Lord, for thy dear Son, The ill that I this day have done ; That with the world, myself, and thee, I, ere I sleep, at peace may be.
Pagina 199 - When the woes of life o'ertake me, Hopes deceive and fears annoy, Never shall the cross forsake me ; Lo ! it glows with peace and joy.
Pagina 139 - JOY to the world ! the Lord is come ! Let earth receive her King : Let every heart prepare him room, And heaven and nature sing.
Pagina 130 - Wonders of grace to God belong; Repeat his mercies in your song.
Pagina 103 - And rides upon the storm. 2 Deep in unfathomable mines Of never-failing skill, He treasures up his bright designs, And works his sovereign will. 3 Ye fearful saints, fresh courage take ; The clouds ye so much dread Are big with mercy, and shall break In blessings on your head.
Pagina 225 - Then I can smile at Satan's rage, And face a frowning world. 3. ' Let cares, like a wild deluge, come, And storms of sorrow fall ; May I but safely reach my home, My God, my heaven, my all ; — 4.
Pagina 381 - As the winged arrow flies, Speedily the mark to find ; As the lightning from the skies Darts, and leaves no trace behind ; Swiftly thus our fleeting days Bear us down life's rapid stream : Upward, Lord, our spirits raise ; All below is but a dream.
Pagina 368 - What thanks I owe thee, and what love, A boundless, endless store, Shall echo through the realms above, When time shall be no more.
Pagina 160 - Here's love and grief beyond degree ; The Lord of glory dies for men !' But, lo ! what sudden joys we see ! Jesus, the dead, revives again...


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Trader Joe's is known for producing and selling ready-to-consume products. Their frozen aisle is a popular place to browse easy dinner options, boasting everything from cauliflower "rice" and pre-made vegan stuffing to Eastern European Borek and bakery-quality macarons. However, the supermarket retailer has also made strides to improve its ready-made coffee selection. Trader Joe's has long sold several different cold brew options, including cold brew coffee bags, nitro cold brew, flavored cold brews, a variety of cold brew concentrates, and single-serve cans of the stuff.
Trader Joe's recent product announcement, however, eliminates all the prep work included in cold brew purchasing. All of their cold brew products require the customer to take some action—whether that means steeping the grounds overnight or adding water to dilute the concentrate. Their new product, Ready to Drink Cold Brew Coffee, requires no prep.
The product is made by steeping air-roasted Arabica beans in cold water for at least 12 hours. According to Trader Joe's the coffee features hints of molasses, walnut, and cocoa. One bottle of this product contains multiple servings—just like Trader Joe's cold brew concentrates. However, it contains significantly fewer servings. Most concentrate bottle hold 12 servings, while the Ready to Drink Cold Brew Coffee offers only three.
While this coffee drink offers fewer servings, the price point is significantly lower than most concentrates currently offered by Trader Joe's. This addition to the supermarket's coffee lineup is indicative of a larger cold brew trend. We are, however, quite interested in the release time of this drink. Cold brew is typically marketed as a summer drink, and while there are still several weeks left in the season, we can't help but wonder if the retailer plans to market this product for autumn.
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Imagine the Joker, from DC's Batman, ruling an entire island, harnessing more brutal, sadistic and fearsome ways to make people bow to him. And asking nothing in return, but hymns in his name, the infamy. It is actually quite imaginable, if you have picked your copy of Far Cry 3 and given yourself a dose of what survival in a mad island actually feels like. Far Cry 3 is perhaps not the strongest title or the story of the season, but Vaas Montenegro, the pirate king of Rook Island, certainly is the creation of the year. He's the Joker to people who love playing a game of Far Cry 3's stature and offerings.
If only games could be screened at public theatres, would people actually see and then appreciate what a small time television actor, Michael Mando has created in the boots of a barbaric and yet ultra polite villain, Vaas.
The way he operates is something similar to what the Joker showed in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight. He won't kill you at first sight, he would let you run into the abyss of a far more deadly jungle than you could've imagined. He would let you watch your near ones die or be burnt alive, and you Jason Brody, you are his pu**y. That is the aura of the agent of insanity. If only games could be screened at public theatres, would people actually see and then appreciate what a small time television actor, Michael Mando has created in the boots of a barbaric and yet ultra polite villain, Vaas. Far Cry 3 was initially a story about an underworld lord Hoyt ruling over an island with his petty native pirates. But there was something in Mando, his acting skills and character portrayal changed the minds of the makers and they decided to break the story into two halves, firstly survive Vaas, and then kill Hoyt. And Vaas became the driving force of the game, be it on the disc cover, the various YouTube virals or the trailers that reeked nothing but about the villain.
Joker and Vaas, both obsessive compulsive criminals, are similar in many ways.
He is not a classic self made super villain like the Joker, but the way he breathes through you in the game just shows how much he rules your mind.
Vaas doesn't have a manly voice to threaten you, he screams and laughs out in the same breath, but the way he does it is something that makes you question the psychology of this guy. Is he mad? No, he's just the definition of insanity. Belonging to the local population of Rook island, Vaas chose to part ways with his sister's clan, also known as the Rakyat. He has forged alliance with the underworld lord Hoyt and is executing his plan of actions, with his own style of vengeance; on this island he calls his show. He is not a classic self made super villain like the Joker, but the way he breathes through you in the game just shows how much he rules your mind. You barely get to meet Hoyt when you are training yourself to become a Rakyat warrior of the Rook island. All you see and fear are glimpses of Vaas, and then you meet him once or twice, and every time he leaves you to die a slow and painful death. He wants you to escape your death, because his next move will only be bigger and better. Remember why the Joker doesn't want to kill Batman? Because Batman completes him, and the reason why he does what he does best. Without you, Jason Brody, Vaas will miss the fun and go back to scavenging puny Americans or scaring some jungle animal.
Vaas has a liking for rich things and he is addicted to taking wealthy adventure seekers hostage. But Jason Brody has certainly left a mark on Vaas' mind, especially after Vaas notices the Rakyat tatau on Brody's arm. So what is so insane and amazing about Vaas? It is the way he says that the world around him is insane and he is trying to fit in. To him insanity is the way to repeat an error over and over again, just like Brody falls for his death penalty every now and then. But to gamers who have actually seen Vaas' ways and heard him flaunt his famous speech will only agree on this, Vaas is insanity. He asks the same question over and over again, he has a tendency to repeat his lines, and even his hand movements are repetitive. Subtle, and magnificent. When the Joker approaches Harvey Dent in his burnt out condition in Gotham General Hospital, he gives him the option to pull the trigger and end the anarchy. But between pulling the trigger and ending the anarchy lies Joker's thumb that blocks the hammer from hitting. The Joker has plans, with a bigger plan to cloak his plans, the same with Vaas Montenegro. However insane he might look, he is a champion of disguises. You simply cannot take him for a native threat, he knows the lines 'Run Forrest Run'. He knows that California boys have rich fathers. He is complex, entertaining, mad and unpredictable. The reason why the major part of Far Cry 3 revolves around him. The character, given the fact was an impromptu choice, is much deeper than most of the protagonists that appeared in games of yesteryear, including the much hyped Connor Kenway of Assassin's Creed 3. It just shows how experiments can work for the good. Mando can be safely compared to Heath Ledger because of the depth and effort he's put into incarnating a villainous character whose only job in a video game is to die. Vaas Montenegro is a character you would love to hate. Having said all this, did I tell you, the definition of insanity?
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Kangaroo Lake is quiet, non-commercial, and unusually scenic and beautiful. Our private beach, large sunning area, and gradually sloping lake bottom make swimming, kayaking, and sailing ideal. The water is four feet deep at the end of each of our two piers and about seven feet deep at our swimming raft. Kangaroo Lake is spring-fed, and considerably warmer than Lake Michigan or the bay of Green Bay. Guests can enjoy croquet, tetherball, kickball, softball, and other lawn games in the spacious playground area, which has swings for the little ones. There are centrally located picnic tables and an outdoor stone fireplace for picnics and marshmallow roasts.
Large and smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike and panfish can be caught off the piers or from our row boats. Charter fishing is also nearby, two miles away in downtown Baileys Harbor. Other local attractions include a challenging and well-groomed 18-hole public golf course within a half-mile, and four other public golf courses within a 10-minute drive. Also close at hand are a wildlife and nature center, a farm animal attraction, four magnificent state parks, fine restaurants, outdoor fish boils, public tennis courts, bicycle rentals, riding stables, night clubs, indoor and outdoor movies, a variety of professional theatre presentations, and art galleries as well as antique and gift shops. There is truly something appealing for everyone.


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How can you be a Canadian Muslim? Do you have to give up one for the other? Does it make you less Muslim if you are proud to be a Canadian? Does it make you less of a Canadian if you practice Islam? The question of what it means to be a "Canadian Muslim" has been posed to me a number of times. I hadn't really given it much thought as it seemed a little ridiculous to me that I would ever question my ability, or my right to be both a Canadian and a Muslim. After coming across this question more than once, I started to think about how I; a proud Muslim and a proud Canadian; am able to "manage" being both Canadian and Muslim. I use "manage" as sometimes it feels like I am a juggler in a circus standing on a tightrope and everything is about to come tumbling down!
Here are 5 ways to SUCCESSFULLY be a Canadian Muslim
5. Balance
I go back again to the image of the juggler. It is very important to develop a sense of balance both as a juggler and as a Canadian Muslim. By this I mean that neither being a Canadian or a Muslim takes away from your ability to be the latter. Imagine this: You are watching the hockey game (apparently that's a super Canadian activity) and you notice it is time for salat. Rather than miss your salat, you wait until a break, go pray and come back to continue enjoying the game. Did salat get in the way of showing your proud Canadianess? NO! Did the game get in the way of practicing Islam? NO!
4. Community
It is very important to surround yourself with other Muslims. By surrounding yourself with others who value the same things and live the same or similar lifestyle as you, you can keep yourself connected and rooted. Having Muslim "facebook friends" is not enough. Make an effort to get to know other Muslims, meet up for a meal, attend a halaqa together or do some online shopping for hijabs at your favorite online hijab store called Modern Hejab. Remember that we are One Ummah and that a Muslim is a brother to another Muslim. Take advantage of that!
3. Share Islam With Others
I personally do not believe in preaching the word of God to non-Muslims but I DO believe in sharing Allah's teachings with others simply because I do not appreciate being preached at. I have found that by being open to having honest conversations with others about Islam that I have been able to develop and grow my own love for my deen and with that I am able to keep myself more steadfast. I have also found that by being open to answering questions causes others to be more accepting of my faith and my practices because they now understand it. Have fun with it and invite a friend to try fasting for a day. Play dress up and have a friend be a hijabi for a day. Anything to share the beauty and joy of being a Muslim with the world.
2. Educate Yourself
It is very important that you, as a Canadian Muslim understand fully the practices of Islam. It is nearly impossible to stay true to something you do not understand. What happens when someone is asking you to do something and it makes no sense to you why that task is important? You won't do it and if you do you will not do it well. The same goes for practicing Islam. When you understand the beautiful words of Allah (swt) and you understand why he has commanded us to engage in certain practices, and then you can whole-heartedly, do them and you will do them well.
1. Be Proud
The single most important way to be a Canadian Muslim is to be proud. Be proud to be Canadian! Drink Tim Hortons, go crazy when Canadians do well in the Olympics, be a hockey fan, eat poutine, say "eh!" and do whatever else it means to you to be Canadian. At the same time be an equally proud Muslim. Practice your deen the way you know best. If you wear hijab, ROCK IT! Enjoy every moment you get to show that you are a Muslim. Make your deen your own and develop a personal and special relationship with Allah that nobody can shake. You have nothing to hide, so be proud and encourage other Muslims to be proud too!


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If you have a friend or a family member who is buying a new house, you likely want to gift them with something that brings them luck and prosperity. Silver gift items are not just amazing to look at, there is a very good item that helps bring luck to a new place as well. If you have been planning on buying something similar, there are a lot of options that you can take a look into. Given that there are so many varieties and options available, picking one according to your budget and liking is what takes the maximum time.
With so many options available, you need to sit down and assess what the recipient would like. You need to gift them something that is not just auspicious, but also adds value to their new home. There are showpieces or even personal items made of silver that can fit right in your budget if you do smart shopping.
To help you pick a good option, we have sorted through some of the best silver gift items for house warming.
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Apart from the staple silver coins, there are a few stand-alone pieces for gifting that you probably didn't have any idea existed. Let us take a look at a few of them, shall we?
Some of the best options include:
Best Silver Gift Items for House Warming (2020)
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|Msa Jewels Antique 999 Silver Plated Traditional Pagdi Ganesha
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|GoldGiftIdeas 12 Inch Sarovar Silver Plated Pooja Thali Set
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|DESIGNOX Brass Silver Plated Bowls
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|GoldGiftIdeas Silver Plated Sun Flower Shape Kankavati with Lid
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|Confidence Handcraft Decorative Small Boxes
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|GoldGiftIdeas Pure Silver Tulsi Plant
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|Msa Jewels Silver Plated Laxmi Ganesha God Idols
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|Lavanaya Silver – Rose Handcrafted Antique Silver Plated Designer Photo Frame
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1.Msa Jewels Antique 999 Silver Plated Traditional Pagdi Ganesha
- Metallic colour
- Ganesha murti
- Silver coating
- Aluminum base
- Casting work
There is nothing more auspicious than giving a Ganesha murti for a new journey of life and the Msa Jewels Antique 999 Silver Plated Traditional Pagdi Ganesha is one of the best available options in the market.
The best thing about this Ganesha idol is the fact that it comes in the traditional pagdi pose which is considered very auspicious for new chapters in life. It is also made out of aluminium, which further adds a layer of durability unlike anything else.
If you have been looking for silver gift items, this is a very good option. It comes with all the detailed casting work that further makes this a very valuable option that you can take a look into. It also doesn't rust easily, which again is a positive factor about this.
- Aluminum for better durability
- Traditional pagdi pose
- Casting work
- Anti-rust showpiece
- Nothing as such
2.GoldGiftIdeas 12 Inch Sarovar Silver Plated Pooja Thali Set
- Includes 12 items
- Silver-plated material
- Rustproof
- Durable
- Sleek design for every puja occasion
If you want to gift someone a silver gift item for their new home, the GoldGiftIdeas 12 Inch Sarovar Silver Plated Pooja Thali Set is one of the best available options. This comes with 12 different items in the package, making this a very credible option.
The 12 set pooja thali set is perfect for every family and lets them start their journey in the new home. The set that comes in the thali can also be used for other purposes if one doesn't want to use all of the 12 items included.
The best thing about this gift is the fact that it comes made in silver and then silver-plated for an extra better finish. Not just that, it is also quite amazing in terms of the sturdiness and durability of every single item that is on the plate.
- Contains 12 different items
- Made from the silver coating
- Sturdy
- Durable and fine detailing
- Might rust over time
3.DESIGNOX Brass Silver Plated Bowls
- Brass and silver coating
- Intricately designed bowls
- Comes with spoon and tray
- Completely sealed and packed
If you want to give something standard, but something unique at the same time, the DESIGNOX Brass Silver Plated Bowls are an amazing option. They come with intricately designed bowls, spoons, and tray set that you wouldn't regret buying.
The best thing about this gift is the fact that they are made from brass. It does have a silver coating in a few of the petal design of the bowls. This is one of the reasons why it is considered such an amazing option for you to look over.
Aside from the look and design, the packaging of this is also something that makes this a very credible gifting option. It comes in a jewelry box like setting which looks amazing and makes it seem costlier than it is.
- Brass material
- Silver coating
- Intricate design
- Premium packaging
- Comes with spoons and tray as well
- Not that durable
4.GoldGiftIdeas Silver Plated Sun Flower Shape Kankavati with Lid
- Silver coating kankavati with lid
- 9 cm in dimensions
- Sunflower shape and detailing
- Comes with additional potli bags
If you want to give something valuable and useful at the same time for house warming, the GoldGiftIdeas Silver Plated Sun Flower Shape Kankavati with Lid is one of the best available options. It measures around 9 cm which is perfect.
Aside from the appearance, which is in the shape of a sunflower with intricate detailing, the same also comes made with silver plating that enhances the look as well as the durability of the item. It also comes with a lid that makes it an even better option.
The best thing about gifting this to someone is because of the kind of good luck and prosperity that they bring along. It enriched the positive vibe around you and helps keep the new house safe and lucky for the residents too.
- Very positive and powerful
- Intricate design
- Silver coated
- Durable
- Brings good luck and prosperity
- Nothing as such
5.Confidence Handcraft Decorative Small Boxes
- Combo of four boxes
- Multipurpose use
- Intricate designing
- Silver coating
When it comes to a house warming party, the new house owners will likely be shopping for storage items and these Confidence Handcraft Decorative Small Boxes combo make the perfect gift that you could give them.
The best thing about this gift is that it comes in a combo of 4 that you can use as per your needs and requirements. They are very handy and intricately designed that further makes them a very credible option that you can further look into.
The boxes also come with the silver plating which further makes them a long-lasting and durable option to gift to someone when they are moving to a new place. Before anything, just ensure that you look through the pricing.
- Intricately designed items
- Comes in a combo of 4
- Multipurpose use
- Durable
- Not suitable for a lot of storage
6.GoldGiftIdeas Pure Silver Tulsi Plant
- Silver-plated
- Intricately designed and crafted tulsi plant
- Comes in a premium packaging
- Comes with potli bag to keep the item secure
If you have been looking for a good gift idea for a house warming party, the GoldGiftIdeas Pure Silver Tulsi Plant is one of the best available options. It is not just an amazing option in terms of how it looks but also the prosperity it brings along.
It is a very accommodating gift for anyone because of the kind of design that it comes with. The green and the red detailing on the plant further make this a very credible option. It also does come with a very nice design, that further makes this a good option.
The item also comes in a corrugated box and the potli bags that further make this a good gifting option. Aside from everything, you wouldn't have to worry about packing it again separately because of how it comes packaged.
- Credible design
- Intricate detailing
- Suited for any kind of gifting
- Silver coating
- Durable
- Premium packaging
- None
7.Msa Jewels Silver Plated Laxmi Ganesha God Idols
- Premium quality silver plating
- Lakshmi Ganesha idols
- Intricate details
- Made out of aluminum
- Perfect for home or religious décor
If you want to give an auspicious and prosperous gift to someone close to you on their house warming party, the Msa Jewels Silver Plated Laxmi Ganesha God Idols is one of the best options available. It comes in a combo of Lakhsmi and Ganesha's idols.
The item is made out of aluminum and then coated with silver plating that ensures long-lasting impacts and looks very premium as well. If you have been on the lookout for something that looks precious but is on a budget, this is a very good option to look into.
For the most part, this is a good enough option for the ones who have been on the lookout for something that is considered auspicious enough to gift for house warming party. It also comes in a well-packed jewelry box packaging.
- Premium quality
- Aluminum base
- Silver coating
- Durable
- Premium packaging
- Might rust if not maintained
8.Lavanaya Silver – Rose Handcrafted Antique Silver Plated Designer Photo Frame
- Intricate detailing
- 1 photo frame content
- Ideal for any décor
- Reasonably priced
- Silver coating
If you want to gift someone very personal and memorable to a friend or family on their house warming event, the Lavanaya Silver – Rose Handcrafted Antique Silver Plated Designer Photo Frame is one of the best available options.
The primary reason that makes this a credible option is the detailing it has on the exterior. It comes with individual detailed items that you wouldn't regret spending your money on. Aside from the fact that it looks amazing, it is also pretty chic in terms of the design.
The photo frame also does come with a very durable stand in the back, which further ensures maximum durability and ease of keeping it around. If you have been struggling to find a credible gift, this can be the one you need.
- Antique design
- Intricate detailing
- Chic and sleek
- Sturdy
- Durable
- Nothing as such
Are silver items good for a house warming?
Silver items, especially idols are considered pretty amazing when it comes to the gifting option for a house warming party. Just ensure that you check through the available options and pick the one that deems the best.
Is it hard to maintain silver items?
To be honest, silver items will lose their colour at one point, but that doesn't mean that they aren't worth the purchase. Just ensure that you buy something good enough and good quality.
How to maintain silver items?
You can either keep them out in the open area or soak them in vinegar to get rid of the black coating and clean it off completely without any issue. If it is plating, you need to get it redone.
Are silver gift items expensive?
If the gift item is made out of silver completely, it is going to be expensive but if it is only coated in silver, then the items won't be that costly. It depends on what you are buying and where you are buying from.
Is it okay to buy silver gift items online?
To be honest, there is nothing wrong with buying silver items online. Just ensure that you look through the reviews before making the final purchase. Additionally, it is also best that you check on multiple platforms and see the features before you buy the product.
If you have been on the lookout for some good silver gifting option for a housewarming party, these are some of the best ones that you can come across. Before making the purchase, make sure that you check through the reviews and then place the order. Also, keep in mind what the other person would need and then buy one accordingly.


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After being shut for over seven months, the Chinese smartphone maker Gionee is now planning for a come-back in the Indian market. The company has now teased two of its upcoming smartphones which go on sale exclusively via e-commerce platform Flipkart.
The recent reports suggested that Gionee is running on the edge of bankruptcy; also, its chairman has lost over $144 million to gambling in a casino. And hence the company may shut its business soon. But the fact that it is still alive and is planning to launch new phones in the country hints at the survival, at least in India.
The teaser on Flipkart doesn't reveal much about the upcoming Gionee smartphones; even the launch date is yet to be known. Instead, it says that both of the Flipkart exclusive smartphones will sport a beautiful design, coupled with a full-view display. The posters also focus on great cameras, high performance and excellent battery life. Looking at the claims, it seems like the company is planning to offer an all-rounder phone that'll excel in all areas.
Furthermore, the "budget deal" tag indicates that the devices won't be expensive. Moreover, the partial design outline present on the teaser reveals a horizontally stacked dual camera setup at the back. Additionally, the rear will also feature a fingerprint scanner.
The last smartphones launched by the company were the Gionee S11 Lite and F205 that arrived back in August this year. Let's wait for the company to reveal more about its upcoming new phones. Till then, stay tuned.


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Melanoma is the rarest and most dangerous type of skin cancer. When melanoma
cells spread through
the lymph nodes to distant sites in the body, it is referred to as metastatic melanoma.
It's what's missing in the tumor genome, not what's mutated, that thwarts treatment of metastatic melanoma with immune checkpoint blockade drugs, researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center report in Science Translational Medicine.
Whole exome sequencing of tumor biopsies taken before, during and after treatment of 56 patients showed that outright loss of a variety of tumor-suppressing genes with influence on immune response leads to resistance of treatment with both CTLA4 and PD1 inhibitors.
"Is there a trivial or simple (genomic) explanation? There doesn't seem to be one," said co-senior author Andrew Futreal, professor and chair of Genomic Medicine and co-leader of MD Anderson's Moon Shots Program. "There's no obvious correlation between mutations in cancer genes or other genes and immune response in these patients."
"There are, however, pretty strong genomic copy loss correlates of resistance to sequential checkpoint blockade that also pan out for single-agent treatment," Futreal said. Doctoral candidate Whijae Roh, co-lead author, Futreal, and co-senior author Jennifer Wargo, associate professor of Surgical Oncology and Genomic Medicine, and colleagues analyzed the genomic data for non-mutational effects.
"We found a higher burden of copy number loss correlated to response to immune checkpoint blockade and to lower immune scores, a measure of immune activation in the tumor's microenvironment," said Roh, a graduate student in the University of Texas MD Anderson UTHealth Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. "We also found copy loss has an effect that is independent of mutational load in the tumors."
Mutational load + copy loss tells a story
Melanoma tumors with larger volumes of genetic alterations, called mutational load, provide more targets for the immune system to detect and are more susceptible to checkpoint blockade, although that measure is not conclusive alone. "Combining mutational load and copy number loss could improve prediction of patient response," Wargo said.
When the team stratified patients in another data set of patients by whether they had high or low copy loss or high or low mutational load, they found that 11 of 26 patients with high mutational load and low copy loss had a clinical benefit, while only four or 26 with low mutational load and high copy loss benefited from treatment.
In the trial, patients were treated first with the immune checkpoint inhibitor ipilimumab, which blocks a brake called CTLA4 on T cells, the immune system's specialized warriors, freeing them to attack.
Patients whose melanoma did not react then went on to anti-PD1 treatment (nivolumab), which blocks a second checkpoint on T cells. Biopsies were taken, when feasible, before, during and after treatment for molecular analysis to understand response and resistance.
To better understand the mechanisms at work, the team analyzed tumor genomes for recurrent copy loss among nine tumor biopsies from patients who did not respond to either drug and had high burden of copy number loss. They found repeated loss of blocks of chromosomes six, 10 and 11, which harbor 13 known tumor-suppressing genes.
Analysis of a second cohort of patients confirmed the findings, with no recurrent tumor-suppressor loss found among any of the patients who had a clinical benefit or long-term survival after treatment.
Ipilimumab sometimes wins when it fails
The researchers also found a hint that treatment with ipilimumab, even if it fails, might prime the patient's immune system for successful anti-PD1 treatment.
The team analyzed the genetic variability of a region of the T cell receptors, a feature of T cells that allows them to identify, attack and remember an antigen target found on an abnormal cell or an invading microbe. They looked for evidence of T cell "clonality," an indicator of active T cell response.
Among eight patients with longitudinal samples taken before treatment with both checkpoint types, all three who responded to anti-PD1 therapy had shown signs of T cell activation after anti-CTLA treatment. Only one of the five non-responders had similar indicators of T cell clonality.
"That's evidence that anti-CTLA4 in some cases primes T cells for the next step, anti-PD1 immunotherapy. It's well known that if you don't have T cells in the tumor, anti-PD1 won't do anything, it doesn't bring T cells into the tumor," Futreal says.
Overall, they found that T cell clonality predicts response to PD1 blockade but not to CTLA-4 blockade.
"Developing an assay to predict response will take an integrated analysis, thinking about genomic signatures and pathways, to understand the patient when you start therapy and what happens as they begin to receive therapy," Wargo said. "Changes from pretreatment to on-therapy activity will be important as well."
APOLLO tracks response over time
The Science Translational Medicine paper is the third set of findings either published or presented at scientific meetings by the team, which is led by Futreal and Wargo, who also is co-leader of the Melanoma Moon Shot.
Immune-monitoring analysis showed that presence of immune infiltrates in a tumor after anti-PD1 treatment begins is a strong predictor of success. They also presented evidence that the diversity and composition of a patient's gut bacteria also affects response to anti-PD1 therapy.
The serial biopsy approach is a hallmark of the Adaptive Patient-Oriented Longitudinal Learning and Optimization (APOLLO) platform of the Moon Shots Program, co-led by Futreal that systematically gathers samples and data to understand tumor response and resistance to treatment over time.
The Moon Shots Program is designed to reduce cancer deaths by accelerating development of therapies, prevention and early detection from scientific discoveries.
Source: Eurekalert


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You may not realize it, but your home holds more than just your family. Little pests such as ants, cockroaches, termites and even rats can find their way into your home. The thing is, these pests don't run around your home with little banners to show their presence. No, instead pests often hide and try to disguise their presence. So, how can you know that you've got a pest problem? At Accurate Pest Control, Inc., we know there are many signs it's time to seek out pest control in Weston. There are some major signs you may be in need of pest and rodent control in Weston:
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Congratulations to Nia White, Athlete of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Pike Road!
Nia is a Senior at Pike Road High School where she competes in Track and Field for the Patriots. She has been awarded State Runner-up 100m, State Long Jump 3rd place, and All-Metro Girls Honorable Mention. She plans to attend The University of Alabama and then medical school at The University of Alabama-Birmingham.
Nia is the daughter of Catrina and Conrad Pringle.
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Biennale Programme participant
On both the national and international level, Prof. Uwe R. Brückner is highly esteemed as an opinion leader in the area of museum planning and exhibition design. He is regarded as an expert on the development of narrative spatial concepts. On the basis of his philosophy of design encapsulated in the phrase "form follows content", he has created more than 100 exhibition sets and experiential environments for museums and corporate brands. His creative aspiration is to use stories and content to form spatial works of art (Gesamtkunstwerke) that get right to the heart of the content and are able to address visitors emotionally and intellectually through all of their senses.
Prof. Uwe R. Brückner studied architecture at the Technical University of Munich. After working for several years as a classical architect, he studied costume and stage design at the Kunstakademie (Academy of Arts) in Stuttgart. After completing his studies, he established his own atelier, which became the ATELIER BRÜCKNER in 1997.
The Atelier has developed more then 100 projects including National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam, BMW Museum in Munich, Archaeology in Switzerland – National Museum Zurich, Ethnographic Museum of Geneva, House of History – Baden-Wurttenberg, Darwineum in Rostock and others.
Atelier Brückner has won 200 architecture and design awards. In 2018 the Atelier was renowned by the Architekturforum for the August Horch Museum in Zwackau. In 2017 – European Museum of the Year Award for the exhibition design of the Ethnographic Museum of Geneva. Exhibition concept and design of the 'Den Blå Planet' – Denmark National Aquarium won 12 prizes and awards in 2016.
In addition to his work in the Atelier, Uwe R. Brückner is an active professor, teaching in the area of scenography at the Basel Academy of Art and Design and at Tongji University in Shanghai. He is a co-founder of a biennial international scenography festival.
On 30 May 2016 Uwe R. Brückner delivered Scenography, Or How To Make The Object Talk lecture at the General Staff Building of the State Hermitage Museum.
Prof. Uwe R. Brückner made scenography of the temporary exhibition «100 + 10» for the St Petersburg Museum of Theater and Music in the programme of the 3rd St Petersburg Biennale of Museum Design.


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iParent is a system that allows parents real-time access to student assignments and grades. iParent is available to parents of Sutton Middle School and Sutton High School students.
The iParent System is tightly integrated into the District's iPass student information system including teacher rankbooks. iParent is specifically designed to provide an additional means of communication and sharing information between parents, teachers, students, and administrators.
Parents/guardians must apply for access to iParent on-line by clicking this registration link. This will bring them to a registration page.
Parents/guardians must fill out and submit the registration form. All fields indicated with an asterisk are required, including your child's student ID number. This four digit number can be found on any progress report or report card. This is also their lunch ID number.
Parents/guardians must enter their own username and password. Please do not use your child's ID number as your username. Please note that the District and schools do not maintain this information. If parents/guardians forget either or both, they can use the new Forgot ID and/or Forgot Password features described below.
Completing the registration form does not instantly provide parents/guardians with on-line access. They will receive an e-mail from the school regarding the status of their application. The District always reserves the right to require additional information and/or that a parent/guardian visit the school in person prior to final approval.
Parents/guardians should be aware that the District has asked all teachers to enter assignments/tests into their rankbook on or before the date the assignment/test was given to the student. Grades for each assignment/test given will be entered into teachers' rankbooks and available in iParent within a reasonable timeframe but not more than two weeks after the due date of an assignment.
Only one iParent account is allowed per individual. Please DO NOT apply for another iParent account if you need to add a student to your account or should you misplace your username or password. FORGOT ID and FORGOT PASSWORD have been added to the log in screen. Call the office to add a student to your account. When you use these features please enter the e-mail address that is on record in the iParent database. An automated message will be sent to that e-mail account if a match is found. Please be aware that using these features are a timed process. It is necessary for you to go into your e-mail account to get your log in information and log into iParent immediately. If you wait too long to access your e-mail, a timed out message will appear.


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Monday, September 27, 2010
Off topic: A bit of personal news....
So we found out some news recently that's kind of thrown off my schedule and my energy.... I'm pregnant!
Yep this will be our first baby. We are very excited but boy do I feel icky! (or should I say ooky...) I'm tired, nauseous, and feeling several of the other symptoms! We are guessing that the kiddo will arrive sometime next May.... but we have yet to have our first doctors appt!!
Anyway - I am still going to be working on my project but I want to let you know that my recent burst of energy and productivity may have been short lived - lol. Hopefully my energy levels will go back up by the second trimester.... we shall see.
Tabitha.... your chair is first on my list at the moment but will not be done by the end of the month like I had hoped... I will keep you updated! Hopefully it won't be to much longer!
Hugs to all, Ara
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Wednesday, September 1, 2010
We have a Give-Away Winner!!
Congrats Tabitha - you have won the give-away! You will receive a custom hand-made piece of furniture from me!!
Thank you all for entering the give-away and telling me about your projects. Like I said I wish I could make something for each and every one of you. I appreciate you guys following my blog and commenting and giving me suggestions on my project!!
Here's what Tabitha said about her current projects:
I have two projects that I am currently working on, though I don't have pictures on the blog yet. Mmm...probably should do that...
The first is the study of Prof. Meradoch Emerson Pimm's...archeologist and adventurer!
The second is Medieval ruins that I intend for a friend who writes fantasy novels and short stories. I want to include as many things from his stories in the setting as possible and only recently got the idea for the setting when he wrote "Ruins of Camelot".
I would LOVE to have something made especially by you for the Professor!
Please make sure to visit her blog and see what she's got going on - you won't regret it!!! Think about what you would like made Tabitha and email me at firstname.lastname@example.com! The professor project sounds exciting!!!
Looking forward to the next give-away, ara
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Every two years, the management of PRO.MED.CS Praha a.s. announces a competition for the best scientific paper from the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology. The competition has been held since 1993. In 2005, to commemorate the founder of the competition, Dr. Rudolf O Bares, the general director of the company for many years and a major supporter of gastroenterology, the competition was named the Dr. Bares Award.
To facilitate the exchange of experience among specialists in Western, Central and Eastern Europe and throughout Russia and Central Asia, we organise, sponsor and participate in various professional meetings aimed at presenting the latest medical findings. PRO.MED.CS Praha a.s. is a regular participant in United European Gastroenterology Week and the organiser of the International Symposium of Gastroenterology (ISG). ISG is not connected with the presentation of PRO.MED.CS products, but is focused on presenting new methods for treating the gastrointestinal system through lecture discussions and posters.


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Meet Miss Cayley! She's a spunky little 1-2 year old double merle deaf Aussie weighing in at only 32 pounds. She's a bouncy "energizer bunny" ball of fun! She craves your attention and would really enjoy another high energy sibling to play with.
She's a fast little girl and loves to run and jump. She can clear a baby gate with no problem or she may just jump right up to give you a kiss on the nose too!
She LOVES belly rubs and LOVES to give you kisses! She gets along fine with both cats and other dogs. She does have a lot of energy so her sibling would need to enjoy play as well.
There's not a human she hasn't liked, but she may have a tad bit too much bounce for toddlers. She has been wonderful with older children that she has met.
She is deaf, but that doesn't stop her. We are currently working on hand signals. She knows how to sit (her tush may not stay down very long but it's progress)! She is also crate trained and although it's not her ideal place to stay, she will go in with some coaxing of a treat or her supper. She is great on a leash and rides wonderfully in a car, so trips to the park would be a piece of cake.
Cayley is the sweetest happiest little girl with the softest fur that you can't help but want to snuggle her all day long!
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Name: Elena
Age: 33
Where are you from? Ripley, NY, USA
Tell us a little about yourself ie. education Family life etc. I have two sisters (twins) who recently had babies just six days apart! I am a speech therapist and have my Master's degree in Communication Disorders and Sciences. I love my job!
When and why did you begin writing? I have always loved writing and began when I was about in 3rd grade. I always had stories floating in my head!
Do you have a novel/collection published? Would you like to tell us about it? Not yet…
What inspired you to write your first book? I was walking home from school in 7th grade and had an idea for it. It literally popped into my head. Maybe an angel gave me the idea like in The Bishop's Wife…..
Do you have a favourite character from your book? If yes, who is it and why? My main character is Charlotte, a teenager who lives with her stepmother who gradually becomes an alcoholic. She is my favorite character because she has overcome a lot in her life. I also like her friend Lara because she has juvenile arthritis and has to use a cane or wheelchair and makes Charlotte appreciate what she has.
Is your book part of series? If so what can readers expect to find in your series? It's not yet but it could be
Do you have a specific writing style? Hmmm….not really
Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing? Sometimes I am not sure where to go with the story and don't work on it like I should
What are your current projects? My Charlotte story, a story about a non-Jewish persecuted person in World War II and a kid's ghost story
Can you share a little of your current work with us? It's too long
Are experiences based on someone you know, or events in your own life? Not really, it's pure imagination!
What books have most influenced your life most? Do you have a mentor? I love Eva Ibbotson, Roald Dahl, Bruce Coville, Ray Bradbury, Tolstoy…. I don't have a mentor though
Have you ever been able to travel in regards to your books? What was it like? No, unfortunately
Do you have any advice for other writers? Keep working on it no matter what!
Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers? Read my work!
What book are you reading now? The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury and Dorothy Must Die by Danielle Paige
Do you remember the first book you read? If not tell us what your favourite book is and why. It's Spring!
Other than writing do you have any hobbies? I love to read, walk and hike. I also enjoy movies
Do you have a day job? If so, what do you do? I'm a speech therapist
What TV shows/films do you enjoy watching? The Simpsons, Disney films, I love Lucy, The Addams Family
Favourite foods /Colors/Music. Lasagna, silver and purple. I like most kinds of music (except country). I listen to classical when I write
Twitter: Elenaspeech
Purchase links for my novel: Hopefully coming soon!


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- Helen Mirren said she's "always on a diet," but she focuses on balance when it comes to drinking and eating.
- Mirren said she doesn't work out very often because she's lazy.
- Her favorite workout is one designed for the Canadian Royal Air Force.
Dame Helen Mirren has been acting professionally for over 50 years, dominating the big screen, the small screen, and the stage. Throughout it all, she's stayed in killer shape.
Now 73 years old, Mirren has been open about the fact that food is important to her, even though she follows a fairly balanced diet. She's also been open about being pretty "lazy," although she does have a few go-to workout moves.
Here's how Helen Mirren stays in shape.
Mirren said she believes in balance when it comes to her daily food choices, but admits that she's always on a diet
The "Winchester" star told People magazine, "I'm just like everybody else — I'm always on a diet!" Still, she added, "I've never done anything to excess. I've never drunk or eaten too much. It helps to stay balanced."
She also said food is very important to her when it comes to making connections with others.
In 2014, she told the Radio Times, "I love food, I love to eat, and above all, I love to eat with people. It's about bonding — and nowhere is that more noticeable than with the connection between food and romance. How many relationships were made over food?"
She enjoys going out for a "special treat" once or twice a year
Mirren said she prefers only to dine out at upscale restaurants for special occasions, telling the Radio Times, "My husband and I love funky local restaurants. We do go for very beautiful, grand dinners and we love them, but it's not something that I would want to do more than once or twice a year. I want it to be a special treat, memorable."
Aside from special occasions, she said she her husband typically just dine out in hole-in-the-wall restaurants.
When traveling, Mirren relies on a few British staplesMirren told Radio Times that, she always brings tea bags and Marmite when she travels. She said she'll occasionally bring porridge oats, too— all British favorites.
She added, "The curious thing is that when I'm away from England, the cuisine I crave is Indian food. … in a weird way, Indian food has become British food, my home food."
She keeps it real about her skill level in the kitchen
Don't expect the "Collateral Beauty" star to dazzle you in the kitchen, though.
She told Radio Times, "I'm a useless cook. Seriously. For me, it's always accidental. Occasionally, I will cook something fabulous, and then I can never remember how the hell I made it."
Still, she says she's "unbelievably lazy"
Mirren, named "Body of the Year" by L.A. Fitness in 2011, doesn't actually work out that often.
"Three weeks every six months, I decide to work out," She told Women's Wear Daily in 2010. "I'm unbelievably lazy. If I had any form of self-discipline, I would look a lot better than I do."
Mirren says when it comes to working out, it's good to start easy
In 2015, Mirren told People her top workout advice, saying, "My thing with exercise is start really easy, just so you only do three sit-ups, you know? Then do four next week and the next week do five. Start really easy."
Read More: 6 ways to get yourself back to the gym — even when it's the last thing you want to do
Her go-to 12-minute workout was designed for Air Force airmen
When it comes to her go-to workout, she told Hello! that she follows a workout designed for the Royal Canadian Air Force.
According to Mirren, the 12-minute workout was designed in the 1950s and it involves a series of movements that can be done anywhere without much equipment or space.
The workout plan, also referred to as XBX, involves simple but effective moves that target all areas of your body, spiking your heart rate quickly while strengthening muscles, similar to the high-intensity interval training that is popular today. As you advance, you increase the number of reps per movement, keeping the time the same, which makes it more and more challenging as you get stronger.
"It is the exercise I have done off and on my whole life. It just very gently gets you fit," Mirren told the publication. "Two weeks of doing that and you think, 'Yeah, I could go to the gym now.'"
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