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Can I turn my Swimming Pool into an Ice-rink?
Why Realtors Are Becoming So Interested In International Real Estate
Just a few years ago, brokers did not have the knowledge and tools the net now delivers to them, to get through to international real estate buyers.
As is also true within any market, when opportunity presents itself such as it has in international real estate, it can't go disregarded.
Surprising to many would be the fact that 10% of the overall sales of real estate in the United States Of America is linked to foreign clients. Furthermore total sales stats in 2017 are revealing a trend worthy of your consideration in that they are growing by nearly 50 percent every year adding up to over $150 billion. These statistics are sourced from the National Association of Realtors and ought to be regarded as a very good barometer of what the future holds for real estate sales to overseas investors.
The fact that professionals involved in foreign buyer transactions have been found to profit improved profits just contributes to the attraction of this segment of the market. A noteworthy chunk of international buyers and sellers are well-off international elites looking for promising opportunities and grand vacation properties.
Then again adding the foreign trader to your repertoire will not be as straight forward as locating these individuals is generally difficult.
"It took us a solid 5-7 years to fully understand and adapt to focusing exclusively on foreign buyers and where we can expect to source them." says Trevor Elliott, a long-time realtor with Costa Rica Real Estate dot COM
Touching this segment of the marketplace nonetheless will entail conquering some obstacles including language and currency exchange to name a few. Customarily though a lot of foreign investors are not likely to buy in to a country without at least some sort of research and having strategies in place to avoid any "lost in translation" issues.
Which one country rules foreign real estate buyers in the United States? It's China. You got it, China retains a large half of the total sales volume credited to foreign investors and yes, even with all the differences between how business is done in both language & countries
With such a profitable market in existence, how do you hedge in on it?
CPROP's end-to-end digital transaction management platform is designed to expose real estate agents to foreign prospects and assist them to securely and transparently close deals.
The company employs blockchain to confirm and report activities associated with deeds and closing paperwork. In addition it plans to establish a powerful, user created trained network by supplying its utility tokens to buyers and sellers who leave ratings and analysis of the agents and other professionals they employ on the program.
"We started working with CPROP SaaS platform last year and can honestly say it's been incredibly helpful in securing our deals end to end here in the South Pacific of Mexico where we've previous experienced difficulties." claimed Armando, a realtor in San Pancho Mexico
Technological advances is really crucial for virtually any deal from start to finish. The following are three ways real estate professionals can take advantage of this huge opportunity.
Connect With A Transparent International Stage
Nevertheless positioning yourself in to the foreign audience and gaining traction is not some thing which is going to be very easy. Any realtors seeking to be professionals in the international real estate community, ought to start their exploration by discovering online sites where potential buyers and sellers may meet up. Once uncovered…be part of the dialogue and gain trust within the community.
One more thing you are going to want to watch out for is segments of the web with service providers which allows automatic translations.
Think Reliability And Stability
Remember the film Lost in Translation? Actually in the case of international real estate dealings this is definitely the case whilst the two parties involved communicate in different languages.
Preparation is key to successful international real estate offers and incorporated in preparing one must look at trust and security.
Block-chain has proven to be the quintessential secure way to electronically make deals. Blockchain makes it possible for real estate contracts to be so highly protected that blocks any modifications be undiscovered.
Secondly another great upside to using crypto currency in transactions is the protection for the buyer in knowing their cash is secured.
Search For Trustworthy, Effective Cooperation
The first thing is closing deals inside the country however it's always a wholly different thing when completing international deals and these sales demand alot more care to secure a clean closing.
Grasping the majority of the moving parts to your awaiting contacts, leads and contracts is essential to your fortune. Do you know the realtime standing of anybody in your pipeline right this moment? If you don't you ought to.
Contemplate this though, as a realtor working in global transactions, wouldn't it be beneficial to have a SaaS application that handled all the electronic areas from beginning to end for any international real estate contract? Let's be realistic, any real estate agent doing work with international prospective buyers and vendors is able to benefit from an all-inclusive SaaS application that not only makes ease of communications but additionally ensures security for all sides.
Stay tuned for our followup article which features interviews of some prominent Canadian and American realtors like Mark Walker of Kelowna Condos, who've recently made the move to ensuring reliable and safe international real estate deals via SaaS and cryptocurrency.
Things to look for in House Hunting
When you decide to buy a new house, there are multiple factors which you should keep in mind while house hunting. Some factors might be based on personal preference but some must be kept in mind in all scenarios.
Location of House
The most important factor when it comes to buy a house is to see where it is located. Importance of the location can't be much emphasized upon because you can always change everything about a house, but not its location. Things to look out in the location of a house are traffic, your proximity to work or school, noise from neighbors and public transportation. Another things that can also be helpful around the location of the house are shopping malls and parks.
Another important factor to look for while you are house hunting is to check whether the neighborhood is suited to your lifestyle. It's a saying you should buy a small home in the nicest neighborhood which is affordable but there are some things you should keep in mind, like is the neighborhood safe enough for you and your children to walk, play in the yards or even bike. Also you should see if the neighbors keep the yards clean and there should not be trash around.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
You should look for the house that has the right amount of bedrooms and bathrooms according to your need. An extra bedroom is always nice which you can turn into a studio, home office or a guest house. The bathrooms should be clean and without any repair work.
A well maintained kitchen is something you should always look for when you are house hunting and should accord to your needs because remodeling can cost you a lot or if you think an inexpensive makeover will do, you should not worry about anything else.
Lighting and Windows
Everyone loves a bright and sunny room, so while looking for your perfect house, you should see if the house has enough windows for the sunshine to pass in and enough bulbs, lamps or even a chandelier in the dining room. Apart from the windows, the rest you can add yourself later but it's always good to have them in the first place.
There might be other things like a good view, a basement, a fireplace or a garden and if you into these things then you should look for them in house hunting.…
Some of the craziest houses ever built in Canada and the USA
Some houses are just built to stand out amongst the crowd with their bold breath-taking designs and or old-world charm.
Then there are those that you look at with the head-tilt look when you cannot quite decide what is up with the design! Or they occupants have given their property some unique, weird but truly worth a mention and if you are near them – a look!
Here are a few weird and wonderfully crazy houses in Canada that are worth a look:
- There is a house on Bertmount avenues in Leslieville that the other residents of the street know well. It is called "The Doll House" and with good reason.
The house is pretty normal, but the garden gets a creep factor that puts it into the more macabre section of crazy homes.
The front yard has a constantly changing and growing display of toys which all face the street giving the passerby that cold feeling of being watched.
- A tiny house said to have been squeezed onto a piece of ground meant for a lane access road is the smallest and cutest little house on Day Avenue in Toronto. It so small it only covers 29 square meters and consists of a kitchen, bedroom, lounge.
- This weird looking house on Sumach Street in Toronto is based on the "Cubic Houses" in Rotterdam by the Dutch architect Piet Blom,
This house, currently for sale and under threat of being removed.
As it is a "landmark" it is also a private listing, so you will not be the properties details on any of the property websites.
- A house in Ransom Canyon, Texas was designed by Robert Bruno and built with one hundred and ten tons of steel.
The house was started in 1973 and grew over the years into the iron structure it is today.
- Indianapolis has a twisted house made out of cedar wood and looks like a tall thin house that has been twisted and bent over to the side with the roof stuck in the ground.
Can I turn my Swimming Pool into an Ice-rink?
Living in Canada and having a backyard pool there must have been times when you looked and thought "I wonder if I could turn my pool into an ice-rink for the winter?" and what a perfect ice-rink it would make as most people with pools have an entertainment area with outdoor BBQ and bar areas, some even have awesome fire-pits, so it would be amazing for winter fun and entertainment.
There are varied and mixed opinions on this, but the consensus is that you can, but it depends on a lot on the location of the pool in your garden, the type of pool, what it is made up of, its liner and if you have the spare cash for the initial outlay then you may just have your very own ice-rink!
There are all sorts of ways to do this by building up a stage type platform of wooden specially cut beams and then placing a structure to house the actual section of ice over your covered pool or using your actual pool with special covers and you can even now get plastic ice or "Glice" that really resembles the real thing only there is less freezing to do with less chance of the ice cracking or melting.
There are companies that offer portable refrigerated rinks that do not cost an arm or leg, are maintained and setup by the company too and can be rented for various business functions, set up and delivered.
So yes, with some research, having a pool expert and someone with experience in converting your pool into a rink – it is possible. Mostly an initial cost outlay but if you can afford it, it may be well worth it to get the most out of a structure you otherwise only use for about three months out of the year.…
Extravagant Houseboats and who lives on them
With the threat of global warming and ice caps melting as the oceans warm up, it would only stand to reason that the real estate market for houseboats is on the rise.
Although they are still pretty much a thing, the day of the traditional houseboat that much resembled a sort of flat yacht has taken a turn to look more like a space-age floating house than a boat.
Here is a list of a few of these rather extravagant houseboats:
- Built by a group now known as Friday and comprises of engineers, designers and naval architects this houseboat called "the Floatwing" with its designers located in Coimbra Portugal.
The group build personal sub-marines and made-to-order prefabricated houseboats varying in length as to the specific order placed for them. They are standard to deluxe models of Floatwing packages which include solar power-motors the more standard of which will last up to a week.
- Built by Robert Harvey Oshatz, the Fennell Residence in Portland, Oregon is truly an amazing spectacle of a houseboat to behold.
Situated on the Willamette River the house posed a construction challenge in that it has to be designed to create a spiritual ebb and flow in perfect harmony with the elements around it.
The with its beautifully designed windows to capture the view around it on the river are outlined by curved, glued laminated beams in a really unique looking floating structure.
- Prague's Port X houseboats are fronted for a view of the River Vltava by glass face, whilst the roof and walls resemble a flat c-shape. And although it cannot run on its own it can be towed down the river!
- Leave it to the UAE to design one of the most extravagant houseboats of all, called "The Floating Seahorse". This luxury and fully customizable to the buyer's individual style has beautiful finishes and lavish designs ensuring no two are exactly alike


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In this article, we will discuss the concept of endianness and structure padding through C examples.
Here are the details of testing environment :
- OS – Ubuntu 13.04
- Shell – Bash 4.2.45
- Compiler - gcc (Ubuntu/Linaro 4.7.3-1ubuntu1) 4.7.3
System Endianness
Have you ever given a thought on how multi-byte data-types (like integer, float, etc) are stored in memory? Well, if you think that an integer value like 0x1234 (in Hex) is stored in memory as 12 34 then you are only partially correct. You have to understand the concept of endianness to get a better idea of how values are stored in memory.
In this section we will discuss the little-endian and big-endian storage formats.
Little Endian
In this format, the last byte of a multi-byte data-type value is stored first and the first byte is stored last. For example, the value 0x1234 is stored as :
34 12
Similarly, the value 0x12345678 is stored as :
78 56 34 12
on little-endian machines.
Big Endian
In this format, the initial byte of a multi-byte data-type value is stored first and the final byte is stored last. For example, the value 0x1234 is stored as :
12 34
Similarly, the value 0x12345678 is stored as :
12 34 56 78
on big-endian machines.
If you observe, you'll see that these two storage formats are exactly opposite of each other.
Why is endianness important?
Machines store values according to their endianness. For example, IBM and DEC machines are little endian while Sun and Motorola machines are big-endian. Now, suppose you send a file containing integer values from a big-endian system to a little-endian system, you'll definitely observe reversed values when you try to read them on the little-endian system.
Due to the existence of both types of systems, the network data format is kept fixed, and is always transferred in big-endian format. So, as a programmer you have to make sure that the data is read accordingly.
How to determine endianness of your machine?
Here is a program through which you can easily determine endianness of your machine :
#include <stdio.h>
union u
short a;
char b;
int main(void)
un.a = 0xabcd;
if(un.b == 0xab)
printf("\n The system is big-endian\n");
printf("\n The system is little-endian\n");
return 0;
So in this program, I have declared a union of a short integer and a character. In the main function, a 2 byte value is assigned to the short integer and then the first byte is accessed through the character 'b' (both short and char variables are part of union, and hence point to same value). If the first byte is 0xab then the system is big-endian, else little-endian.
When I executed this program on my machine, the output was little endian :
$ ./endian
The system is little-endian
So you can see that how important it is for programmers to understand the concept of system endianness.
Structure Padding
Before we jump on to the explanation, lets consider an example :
struct st
char c;
int a;
int main(void)
printf("\n Size of structure is [%lu]\n", sizeof (struct st));
return 0;
What will be the size of the structure according to you? Do you agree that it will be sizeof(char) + sizeof(int) i.e., 1 + 4 = 5 bytes? Well, If your answer is yes, I am afraid that you are wrong.
Here is the output when the program was executed in my machine :
$ ./padding
Size of structure is [8]
So you can see that the actual size is 8 bytes. But, you may be wondering where the 3 extra bytes came from? Lets come back to this later.
We talked about data storage formats in the last section. It is also worth understanding that every data-type in C/C++ have its own alignment requirements. For example, a char value is byte-aligned, which means that it can be stored at any address. A short value is 2 byte aligned, which means that it is always stored at an address which is a multiple of two. On the similar lines, integer and double values are 4 byte and 8 byte aligned respectively.
Now, one might ask, how alignment helps? See, architecture of a computer processor is such that either it can read 4 bytes or 8 bytes in one go (I am talking about 32 bit and 64 bit processors here). So, if we talk about a 32 bit processor, it will be easy for it to read information packaged into 4 bytes. If an integer doesn't start at an address which is multiple of 4, it will cause performance issues as processor will have to do multiple cycles to read the integer value.
Coming back to the example we discussed earlier. The reason those 3 extra bytes were added because compiler wanted to align integer to a 4 byte memory. Lets modify the same program to print the addresses :
struct st
char c;
int a;
int main(void)
printf("\n Address of 'c' is [%lu] \n", (long unsigned) &obj.c);
printf("\n Address of 'a' is [%lu] \n", (long unsigned) &obj.a);
printf("\n Size of structure is [%lu]\n", sizeof (struct st));
return 0;
When the program was executed, the following output was produced :
$ ./padding
Address of 'c' is [6295620]
Address of 'a' is [6295624]
Size of structure is [8]
So you can see that if the address 6295621 would have been allocated to integer 'a', it would have violated the alignment rules and the processor would not have been able to fetch the value in one go. Hence, compiler added 3 padding bytes after the address 6295620 and then allocated memory for integer 'a' on address 6295624, which is a multiple of 4.
So, in a nutshell, you can decode padding in any structure by keeping in mind the processor type (32 bit or 64 bit) and applying the alignment rules for each data-type.

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BOSTON (AP) — Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts has grown accustomed to being on big stages during his first seven years in the major leagues.
He won a World Series ring as a rookie with the Red Sox in 2013 and became a full-time starter the following season. He's since earned another ring in 2018 and followed that up last year by becoming the first Boston shortstop since Nomar Garciaparra to post 30 home runs and 100 RBIs in a season. It helped Bogaerts earn his second All-Star selection, third Silver Slugger award and a fifth-place finish in American League MVP balloting.
Now, as the Red Sox prepare for the shortened 2020 season with low expectations after trading 2018 MVP Mookie Betts and left-hander David Price to the Dodgers, the 27-year-old Bogaerts believes he's ready to step into a leadership role.
"I think so," he said Tuesday. "Obviously those are two guys that are still missed. Guys that were well-loved by our teammates and obviously the city. So I'm looking forward to the season."
Usually a reserved presence in the clubhouse, he thinks he's ready to become a louder voice.
"I think it's a little bit different. I gotta wear a lot more masks now," Bogaerts said.
Bogaerts has provided stability in Boston's middle infield for the better part of a decade. With second baseman Dustin Pedroia sidelined indefinitely with a knee injury, he's behind only Jackie Bradley Jr. (called up before Bogaerts in 2013) as the longest-tenured player on Boston's roster.
Manager Ron Roenicke said Bogaerts is eager to take on the mental challenges of a season that was cut to 60 games because of the coronavirus pandemic.
"The leadership I started to see a lot last year," Roenicke said. "I think this guy played liked a leader the first year I was here. But I know he became more vocal last year, especially with the Latin players. But I'd say he's more vocal with everybody now."
Bogaerts said he exchanged text messages with Betts after the trade and acknowledged that he will be "tough to replace."
"I've been with him throughout his first years in the big leagues and it's nothing but special things I've seen this kid do," Bogaerts said. "Obviously I wish that he continues to do (well) because he's a such a great guy. ... When he plays us, I hope he loses."
Bogaerts said he initially had doubts the season would be played, but so far has been pleased with the Red Sox's diligence in adjusting to the pandemic.
"They're making us feel safe," he said. "That's all you can ask for."
Bogaerts said he expects it will take time for him to get used to not high-fiving or hugging his teammates. Roenicke has been reminding players about social distancing guidelines since camp began.
"I feel like me and him are the same — we like to hug and be kind to people," Bogaerts said. "So it's gonna be tough."
He said doesn't agree with pundits who don't expect much from Boston this season.
"With the lineup that we have and the team that we have and roster that we have, I don't even understand how we're that much of an underdog," Bogaerts said. "On paper we're pretty solid. It's just gonna be up to us and the organization to do things the right way and stay healthy for a long period of time."
NOTES: Roenicke said Tuesday that starting pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez and prospect Bobby Dalbec both tested positive for the coronavirus. Rodriguez has yet to report to camp after telling the team that he had been around relatives who had been ill. Dalbec, a 25-year-old third baseman, is also at home and is currently asymptomatic. Roenicke said that he intended to have Rodriguez start on opening day. "Just unfortunate that we might not be able to still do it," Roenicke said. "We'll have to wait and see." Rodriguez won a career-high 19 games with a career-low 3.81 ERA in 34 starts last year. ... The team's first intrasquad scrimmages are set for Thursday and Friday. Both are scheduled for 5 1/2 innings. ... Boston signed second baseman Nick Yorke, the club's top selection in June's first-year player draft.
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Picture the scenario; you're stood in the store, looking for a messenger bag. The sheer range of choice is overwhelming. There are all sorts of materials, textures, sizes and shapes on offer. How on earth do you whittle down the options to one?
Fear not! Today I'm going to teach you how to pick out your perfect bag. Although I'm using messenger bags in this example, the rules still apply to all other styles including briefcases and sports bags.
Step 1: What do you need?
This is the most vital stage of all! Think carefully about the practicalities and peculiarities you'll be experiencing with your messenger bag. Do you need plenty of pocket flaps for your phone, PDA and keys or are you going for something more clean-cut? Are you the sort of guy that likes using oversized pads and large files, or are you more into compact notebooks and pocket pens? Are you going to be lugging large quantities of heavy textbooks around campus, or just a thin wad of plain paper? Is your bag going to be exposed to the elements as you catch the train, or is it only going to sit in a warm, dry car all day?
Take a cue from your peers. Examine what they like to use on a day to day basis. You'll find that certain professions have their own idiosyncrasies for a reason. However, don't settle for an identical match! Certainly consider structure, size and shape, but be sure to take design in your own personal direction too.
Step 2: What do you want?
Now you've decided what you need, consider what you want. Remember, this is an item that may be with you for quite some time, so don't start impulse buying something you're not entirely sure about: Take your time! Think about how long it takes you to buy shoes; you find a pair that looks good, you try them on, have a quick stride around the store to make sure they're comfortable and only then splash the cash – your bag shouldn't be any different!
Try to wear your typical, everyday clothing whilst testing your choices out. Sure that gingham looks funky with your stonewashed jeans and russet polo neck, but are you going to feel the same way when turning up for an important meeting? I think not… Temper your personal aesthetics against your needs. Remember, needs always come before preferences!
Step 3: The Elimination
So you're in the store. You now need to eliminate all the choices that don't match your requirements. Let's take a look at a few theoretical choices and decide what we like and what we don't about each one. In this example, I'm going to pretend to be a mid-twenties graduate starting out at a high-brow advertising firm:
Bag #1
The first bag as a series of really nice checks – all the rage nowadays; it's coated in all the colours I love and it goes beyond the everyday designs you'd see in the street.
However, this response is a perfect example of skipping the most important step; were I a grad-student looking for a school messenger bag, it might be a perfect choice, but I don't think this is going to send the right message to potential clients, even in a moderate industry like advertising where a messenger bag would be an acceptable choice of entry-level attire. As it stands, this isn't a very practical choice and my head will have to rule my heart on this occasion; this bag will have to remain on the shelf!
Bag #2
Now this is more like it. It's solid black leather with a subtle texture and bright buckle clasp. I'd probably fit right in were I to choose this bag. It ticks all the right boxes as far as dimensions go too.
But let's be honest here – this isn't really me. It's too austere and I'd get sick to the back teeth of it before too long. Again, it's a nice try, but it doesn't match my personality at all!
Bag #3
I think we finally have a winner. It's subtle, simple and professional without looking too generic. It's not going to look like every other bag in the building, but I won't look like I've stepped straight out of junior high either; it sits in a nice middle ground between the two.
Let's just take a second or two to take a look at one more bag before buying. I don't want to simply grab the first one I see; I need some time to reflect and gather a few more options before my purchase.
Bag #4
Okay, this is completely wrong; I'm beyond all the novelty designs at this point and this only serves to heighten my previous choice as the outright winner. Let's leave this one alone, grab bag number three and head for the checkout.


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06 Jan2017 Introducing the Tea, That Plays By Coffee's Rules!
Introducing the tea, that plays by coffee's rules! This New Year, as part of our latest range, we've introduced a new beverage called Rooibos Red Espresso. Rooibos Red Espresso is crammed with more health benefits than you can imagine, it is not only good for you, but taste delicious too.
Our Rooibos Red comes in two varieties, served as either a latte or cappuccino, it has a unique, naturally sweet and earthy taste. It is naturally caffeine-free and packed full of antioxidants.
So, you're probably wondering, 'what is Rooibos?' Well, we have the answer to your queries right here;
What is Rooibos?
- South African herbal tea pronounced 'roy-boss' and meaning 'red bush' in Afrikaans
- A plant [Aspalathus linearis] that grows only in the Cederberg Mountains in South Africa's Western Cape, and nowhere else in the world
- Healthy naturally caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants
- Delicious, it has a unique, naturally sweet and earthy taste"
Red Espresso is:
- 100% rooibos tea
- Naturally caffeine-free
- Loaded with antioxidants
- 1 shot = 5 cups of green tea/10 cups of rooibos tea
- Versatile makes a range of healthy drinks, including our Rooibos Red Latte & Rooibos Red Cappuccino
- A World First innovation
- A global award winner
Better Off Red!
As everyone is all too aware, Christmas can take its toll, and we all tend to make a conscious effort to get back into some better habits in the New Year. If this sounds like something you can relate with and are currently in the process of altering your eating a drinking habits to some healthier alternatives, after the silly season, well Rooibos Red Espresso is a great place to start, as it not only tastes yum, there is also many health benefits to introducing it in your diet.
Rooibos is completely pure and natural as it contains no additives, preservatives or colourants. Rooibos contains antioxidants that fight free radicals (a by-product of normal cell function), which weaken the body's natural defences and lead to ageing, the declining of the immune system and the onset of a wide variety of diseases.
The unique antioxidants in Rooibos are known to have the following beneficial effects:
- It helps soothe headaches.
- It has a relaxing effect of the central nervous system.
- It has antispasmodic properties and alleviates insomnia and irritability.
- It helps to boost the immune system.
- It acts as a digestive aid.
- It helps with the relief of stomach cramps, ulcers, nausea, heartburn and constipation.
- It has antiallergenic and anti-asthmatic properties. It is believed to be helpful in the management of hay fever and eczema.
- It contains no oxalic acid (a toxic acid found in certain plants) and is therefore a good choice for those prone to kidney stones.
- It has low tannin content, so is not bitter-tasting like other teas. It also means that absorption of iron and proteins into the body is less affected, making it particularly good for pregnant women and people who are anaemic.
- It is inherently sweet, low in calories, and can be enjoyed without sugar – making it an ideal choice for diabetics or people on calorie-restricted diets.
- It is non-diuretic, i.e. a fluid replacement, so there is no limit on how much you can have in a day.
The only thing left for you to do, is call into your nearest Insomnia, and try it for yourselves!
For more info and to see the full range of product offerings, check out the Red Espresso website for more details


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Artificial intelligence may be enjoying a shift from a niche technology to its current position as the digital marketing zeitgeist, but putting it into practice can still seem like a daunting proposition for retailers. Even Elon Musk, whose current scope of operations includes creating autonomous vehicles and mastering and monetizing space flight, has expressed some reservations about AI.
It's natural for human beings to mistrust what we don't understand. Because the decision processes of AI often involve complex algorithms, we're not sure whether the results of those decisions will have the outcome we want. The reality, however, is that properly programmed AI has the capacity to process more data than a team of hundreds of humans working around the clock could ever hope to achieve.
AI in a Hyperlocal Context
AI is particularly useful in hyperlocal contexts, where customers search for products or services nearby. According to STAT Search Analytics, searches that are both mobile and local have increased 34X since 2011. Forrester reported an expected 300 percent increase in investments in AI in 2017 alone as companies sought to maximize their conversion rates and improve efficiency.
Perhaps even more compelling is the opportunity for retailers given the fact that 50 percent of consumers who conduct a local search end up in store on the very same day. It's obvious that local search has a high conversion potential for retailers, but you may be wondering where AI fits into this equation.
1. Lead Generation
The data AI is capable of processing will help reduce the hefty payroll costs typically associated with combing through vast amounts of information in search of promising leads. At the same time, the leads that AI does discover are likely to be more viable. Beyond providing consistency (it takes somewhere in the neighborhood of seven interactions with a customer to produce a lead), AI will help take consumers from recognizing their problem to visiting a website or brick-and-mortar store to (hopefully) making a purchase much faster.
2. Personalization
At the end of the day, marketing is still about getting the right message in front of the right customer at the right time. AI doesn't change that, but it can streamline the process and allow you to influence consumers as they transition from consideration to evaluation to, finally, purchase, more efficiently. Tracking how customers interact with your brand and reaching out to them on those channels will allow AI to start a conversation with customers that you can take control of once their interested is piqued.
3. Curation
You've probably been enjoying the fruits of AI curation without even realizing it. Would you rather sift through the entire Netflix library when you want something to watch, or do you prefer to browse the recommended titles? Those offerings aren't the same for every user — they've been selected just for you based on the shows and movies you've indicated you enjoy. The same applies to retail consumers, who will be surprised and delighted to see that you've curated a selection of products based on their past behaviors.
4. Customization
Curation is one thing, but AI also has the capacity to customize experiences to optimize conversion rates and customer satisfaction — and these custom experiences go way beyond a personalized email. If target consumers are walking near your brick-and-mortar store, for instance, you can shoot them a notification via your app, prompting them to stop by the store for a great deal on an item they previously viewed.
With the computational power afforded by AI analysis, companies can deliver entire websites that are personalized for an individual based on location, device, demographic, and hundreds of other data points. A report from Evergage found that 63 percent of marketers who delivered personalized website content reported increased conversion rates, while 61 percent mentioned improvements in customer experience.
AI is opening up a whole new world to marketers, and companies that choose to ignore this new tool will inevitably be left behind. If you've held out on investigating AI's potential because you weren't sure what it could do, you might want to change your approach. The real question is: What can't AI do? From helping retailers do everything from price products to create content and personalized customer experiences, AI's going to become an increasingly integral part of sales, marketing, and everything in between.
Sadie Schabdach is the Vice President of Digital, Data Analytics and Creative Innovation at Mitchell Communications in Fayetteville.
Day to day, Sadie oversees the creative and production teams focused on delivering best in class solutions for clients across the country, in collaboration with the entire Dentsu-Aegis Network.


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Who is responsible for cost of fallen tree?
Attorneys at Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest & Cross respond to questions about Florida community association law. With offices in Naples, Fort Myers, Coral Gables and Boca Raton, the firm represents community associations throughout Florida and focuses on condominium and homeowner association law, real estate law, litigation, estate planning and business law.
Q: If a neighbor's tree or a tree located on the common area of my homeowner's association (HOA) falls on my lot who is responsible for the cost of removal of the tree? Me, my neighbor or the HOA? K.R., Naples
A: The Florida tree law is based on the common law derived from court decisions. It basically provides that when a tree located on one parcel falls onto another parcel, the owner of the parcel on which the tree fell is usually responsible for the tree removal and the cost thereof. So, in an HOA setting if a tree in the common area falls on to an individual lot, the lot owner is responsible for the tree removal and cost, not the HOA. Likewise, if a tree located on a lot falls onto the common area, the HOA is responsible for its removal and cost. The only things that change this dynamic are:
1. The tree owner knew or should have known the tree was in imminent danger of falling and did nothing to stop it. This would mean the tree owner or HOA was negligent and should pay for the cost of removal. A perfectly healthy tree not in danger of falling under normal conditions that falls due to a hurricane does not make the tree owner negligent. No one is expected to prevent a perfectly healthy tree from falling due to a hurricane.
2. The HOA governing documents make the HOA responsible for all trees on the common areas and the individual lots.
Q: I live in a well run property owners association (POA). The board and architectural review committee exercise common sense relating to maintenance/appearance/document issues and the vast majority of residents comply. However, one resident is resisting a reasonable request to paint his house. It is long overdue for paint. The owner has stated the maximum fine he can be assessed is $1,000 and that if he pays it, the POA cannot revisit this issue. Is this correct? L.M., Naples
A: No, this is not correct. Imposing a fine is an enforcement tool intended to compel the owner to stop violating the rules or take certain action such as painting their house. Paying the fine does not relieve the owner from complying with the rule. Think of it this way: If local code enforcement sites a property owner and imposes a fine for a code violation and the owner pays the fine but does not correct the violation the county can still enforce compliance.
Q: One of our owners died after obtaining a reverse mortgage on his condo. The company who provided the second mortgage is not paying assessments nor is it maintaining the unit including not running the air conditioner. What is our recourse?
A different owner who wants to obtain a reverse mortgage is requesting change in the language of our documents to conform with the lender's requirements. We have not changed the language and now find the reverse mortgage was denied. What is our association responsibility in these reverse mortgage situations? C.G., Naples
A: In the first instance whoever the current owner of the property is owes assessments at least from the day they took title forward. This applies to a mortgage company/bank that may now own the property. So, you should follow your normal collection procedure in collecting the debt incurred since the title was conveyed to the present owner. As for the past due assessments that may have been due when the property was conveyed to the current owner it depends on several factors. Who is the current owner - the bank that held the reverse mortgage or some other party? What do your governing documents provide? If there is a second mortgage that entity has no obligation to pay the assessments or maintain the property until such time as the title is conveyed to the second mortgage holder.
Regarding the air conditioning, if the property is deemed abandoned under the Condominium Act then the association may step in and maintain the property and charge the cost to the current owner and even lien for the costs incurred. Before doing this, you should consult with your association legal counsel as there are a lot of factors to be considered.
Regarding your question about responsibility, your board has no obligation to seek an amendment to the current governing documents to accommodate an owner seeking a reverse mortgage. However, if the owners' sufficiently petition the board to call a special members' meeting to approve an amendment there is a mechanism under the Condominium Act that this could occur despite the support of the board.
Q: Our board is looking into having a telecommunications company put their towers on one of our condominium buildings. Do we need a community vote to do this? We just put all new roofs on our buildings due to the hurricane. Also, the safety of the towers is in question. J.C., Naples
A: The installation of a cell tower on the condominium property is a material alteration of the common elements. The Condominium Act (Chapter 718, Florida Statutes) provides that material alterations must be approved in advance by a vote of at least 75 percent of the total voting interests unless the Declaration of Condominium provides for a different approval percentage. So, you need to check your Declaration and see if it provides a different approval threshold. Either way, a vote of the owners is very likely required. As to the safety issue, if the project is to move forward the installer should provide the engineering specifications which the board should confirm, that the roof can safely accommodate the installation.
Q: I live in a condominium. My outdoor air conditioning unit failed and I asked the association to have it repaired. They said the maintenance of the air conditioner is my responsibility. Is it? I thought the association insured the air conditioning units? S.F., Naples
A: The maintenance, repair and replacement responsibility for the air conditioning unit depends on two things. 1. Pursuant to the Declaration of Condominium, who, the association or the unit owner, is responsible for the day to day maintenance and repair? Typically, the Declaration will provide that each owner is responsible, but this is not always the case. 2. What caused the air conditioning unit to fail? The Condominium Act provides that the association does insure the air conditioning units for failures caused by an insurable event such as a lighting strike, fire or a hurricane. So, if the air conditioning unit failed due to normal wear and tear, typically the unit owner is responsible to perform and pay for the repairs. However, if the failure was caused by an insurable event then the association is responsible to pay for and make the repairs. There are certain exceptions to these general rules. So, you need to read your Declaration and determine what caused the air conditioning unit to fail.
Attorney Richard D. DeBoest is a shareholder at the law firm of Goede, Adamczyk, DeBoest & Cross. Visit the website at www.gadclaw.com or ask questions about your issues for future columns by sending an inquiry to: firstname.lastname@example.com


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BANGOR, Maine — English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran garnered significantly fewer noise complaints Saturday than the Rise Above Fest at Darling's Waterfront Pavilion.
Director of Community & Economic Development Tanya Emery reported Tuesday that just 16 noise complaints resulted from the Sheeran concert.
That compared to 86 noise complaints during the all-day Rise Above festival on May 11. Even that number was down compared to the previous year when the Rise Above Fest resulted in 124 noise complaints.
"I think it's a very reasonable number," Emery said of the Sheeran concert. "There were over 13,000 folks at the concert who enjoyed it."
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Dwayne Johnson vs. Nick Jonas: Whose Suit Game Has Been Stronger at 'Jumanji' Premieres?
Dwayne Johnson and Nick Jonas engaged in a battle of the slickest suits at all the Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle premieres.
In fact, these dapper dudes stepped out in so many elegant and stylish ensembles that we couldn't help but compare their suit game.
The co-stars first made an appearance at the Jumanji premiere at Le Grand Rex in Paris, France, on Dec. 5.
Jonas opted for a modern look, dressed in a $2,895 navy window pane Dzhon suit from Musika Frére, a crisp white button-up and black shoes.
Johnson also donned a dark blue hue for their first red carpet engagement. He wore a bespoke Isaia plaid suit, which he outfitted with a black turtleneck sweater and black Louboutin Chelsea boots.
For their second premiere at Sony Centre in Berlin, Germany, on Dec. 6, the "Find You" singer went for a rugged look.
Jonas went sans suit and wore a dark brown leather jacket with a fur collar, gray t-shirt and denim all by John Varvatos, which he paired with YSL suede boots.
Meanwhile, this is where Johnson stepped up his game and put himself in the lead.
The actor turned heads in a standout custom gray plaid Isaia suit, with a white button-up and a chocolate-colored tie. He completed the look with brown Aidan To Boot New York shoes and a Montblanc watch.
Their third red carpet event was held at Vue West End in London, England, on Dec. 7.
The 25-year-old singer brought his A-game and stepped out looking fresh in an Ermenegildo Zegna Couture gray plaid, double breasted suit and knit top from the Fall 2017 collection. The jacket retails for $4,995 and the trousers will cost you $2,100. He completed the look with black leather boots.
The former wrestler went for a more subdued look, yet still fashion forward. Johnson was again dressed in a custom-made blue plaid Isaia suit, which he paired with a blueish-gray button-up, a floral tie and brown leather Louboutin shoes.
Lastly, the stars pulled out festive ensembles for their final stop in Hollywood, California, on Dec. 11.
The recent Golden Globe nominee arrived to the premiere in a dark green, double breasted suit and dark green XXX knit tank by Ermenegildo Zegna Couture. He added a Audemars Piguet watch and tan suede boots for a stylish touch.
ET caught up with the "Jealous" singer at the premiere, where he revealed which family member cried when he told them his song "Home" from Ferdinand was nominated for Best Original Song at the 2018 Golden Globes.
"I don't think [my brothers] even knew I was in contention, so they were like, 'Wait, what?'" Jonas shared. "I called them both right away when I found out the news and my parents got on FaceTime. My mom was crying. It was a sweet moment."
Meanwhile, Johnson stood out in a burgundy suit, which he outfitted with a white button-up, a light blue tie with polka dots and tan suede lace-up shoes. The actor gets bonus points for bringing along his stunning girlfriend, Lauren Hashian, who is pregnant with their second child together.
"I'm very, very blessed," Johnson told ET on the red carpet about his daughter on the way.
So which of these two handsome fellows reigns as the suit king?
Could it be Johnson with his one-of-a-kind getups, or Jonas who likes to take risks and opt for unique textures and prints?
Let us know in the comments below!
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Trial begins for teen accused in crash that injured 2
Prosecutor calls driver's actions selfish, reckless
Testimony began Monday in the trial of a teenager accused of driving drunk and hitting two pedestrians in Hampton last year.
Click to watch News 9's coverage.
Prosecutors said Remi Gross-Santos, 18, changed two lives forever the day of the crash, while the defense called it nothing more than a terrible accident.
Gross-Santos is charged with two counts of second-degree assault.
Neither side is disputing that Gross-Santos' car hit two women, but the question is whether the crash is something he could have prevented and whether alcohol played any role.
The courtroom was packed with friends and family of Gross-Santos on one side, and friends and family of Lisa Beaudry and Karen Weinhold on the other. The two librarians were seriously injured when they were struck from behind as they took their early morning walk on Ocean Boulevard.
"This young man's selfish and reckless actions changed the life of two very active and healthy women forever," Rockingham County Attorney Patricia Conway said.
After the crash just over one year ago, the then-17-year-old admitted to police he had been to an overnight party and was headed home for graduation rehearsal.
"'I had five to seven light beers, started at 10:30, stopped around 3:30, bed at 4, up at 6:30 and drove home,'" Conway said, reading from a police statement.
No alcohol was found in Gross-Santos' blood, but the state said the accident could have been avoided.
"He didn't take a nap," Conway said. "He didn't pull over and call his mom or dad for a ride. He kept going, and he ran into two women."
Defense attorney Andrew Cotrupi gave a different interpretation of the events.
"He tells the police, 'I fell asleep,'" Cotrupi said. "He told the police that because it's true. He fell asleep."
Cotrupi didn't dispute that the accident happened, but he said every crime has an act and a mental state.
"Remi was described as very cooperative," Cotrupi said. "He is in tears. He calls 911."
Cotrupi played part of the 911 call in court. He said the reason Gross-Santos was driving tired shouldn't matter and that his youth shouldn't be held against him.
After opening statements, the first witness took the stand when the teenage passenger in the car testified. A witness to the crash and a policeman who responded also testified.
The trial is expected to run through Thursday.


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Alcohol Addiction Treatment Centers
In our alcohol treatment center, alcoholism will always be treated with compassion and understanding.
Any alcoholic who decides to take the first step towards using an alcohol treatment center will probably feel some anxiety about the experience. Detox is a scary prospect and so is being away from family and friends in a new, unfamiliar place during such a difficult time.
Anyone seeking alcohol addiction treatment needs to understand their condition, how they can recover and how they can maintain sobriety. For those who have been drinking heavily and are experiencing serious withdrawal symptoms, becoming an inpatient in a dedicated facility is the wisest option.
Is an alcohol treatment center right for me or someone close to me?
We encourage treatment in a center if the individual needs any of the following:
Their physical symptoms are likely to be severe and they require constant attention.
They need emotional and psychological support throughout their detox and recovery process, as they are likely to relapse.
Compassion and recovery coaching from experienced staff will dramatically improve their chances of overcoming alcoholism.
Our team of psychiatrists, medical professionals, nurses and therapists are all experienced in alcohol addiction treatment and recovery. They are able to assess every individual's needs and requirements and will comprehensively examine everyone who begins treatment.
Alcoholism and alcohol abuse manifest themselves in very different ways, so it's impossible to provide a one-size-fits-all approach. We take a holistic and specific approach to every patient's treatment with us, taking care of both mind and body throughout the stay.
Treatment in a facility will address:
The causes of the alcoholism and addiction, what led up to it and why the individual developed a dependency.
The physical effects of withdrawal and how to cope with them.
The benefits of therapy and how it can treat addiction.
How to cope with psychological problems such as anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts, while recovering from addiction.
How to maintain sobriety and good mental health when treatment has finished.
What is the process like in an alcohol treatment center?
The admission process
Before admitting a patient, we ask them and their family members to provide as much information as possible about their addiction and lifestyle, including how their alcoholism began. It's important to assess how likely relapse is for every patient so we can tailor their treatment accordingly.
After admission
Everyone's treatment plan will be different, but they generally involve any of the following:
One-to-one therapy and counseling
Group sessions
Family therapy and support guidance
Education about alcoholism
Psychiatric consultations
Physical and experiential therapies, such as yoga and art therapy
Relapse prevention and education
The approach we take
We believe that it is not enough to simply tackle the acute symptoms of alcoholism, but also essential to provide treatment techniques which patients can continue to use after leaving the center and throughout their lives. For many people experiencing alcoholism, the thought of relapse as an inevitable prospect further incentivizes them to continue drinking, so it's crucial to teach good habits and processes.
Through both psychological and physical therapies, empowerment, and education, we endeavor to provide everyone who enters our facility with the means to continue their recovery with confidence when they leave. Repeated relapses are dangerous for alcoholics, and puts their body under even more stress; therefore, minimizing the chances of relapse during aftercare is central to what we do.


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Shipowner and sustainability driving force Elisabeth Grieg mentioned Nor-Shipping and our Young Entrepreneur Award 2015 winner Boyan Slat and his Ocean Cleanup on the panel, during the Norwegian launch of the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
In front of 200+ Norwegian top executives who will drive the change within business across all industries, Grieg states that business (and shipping!) is picking up pace on sustainability focus and creating profit, especially through the 3-4 past years.
Walk the talk and ensuring focus from the boards and top execitives is key! From Nor-Shipping we will do what we can to connect, challenge and inspire the industry to join forces and work as #CatalystForChange #DisruptiveSustainability #SDGLead
Among our range of initiatives is the MoU with SAMSA / South Africa, which highlights innovation, technology and other commercial areas – but also sustainability, diversity and the next generation.
Follow: @theglobalgoals @globalcompact @motorimagen @rederiforbundet @dnvgl @kongsbergasa @bjornkhaugland


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Sessions & Fees
We see clients both at London Bridge, Central London and Kingston in Surrey. We offer both short term and open-ended work depending on your needs, which would be discussed at the first consultation.
Sessions are 50 minutes long, once a week, and at the same time every week. You do not need to be referred by your GP.
Each session costs £60 - however some reduced fee places are also available. The fee for the initial consultation is £70.
To contact us or to find out more about counselling, please click here.


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The LCBO targets trendy ladies
The retailer's first Trend Report FSI is being promoted with a multimedia campaign targeting Ontario women with an eye for finer things.
If you're reading this while drinking a glass of red wine, deluxe aged rum, vodka, blended wine or wheat beer you are right on trend, according to the first Trend Report from the LCBO.
The Trend Report is a 40-page FSI distributed throughout all of the retailer's 616 stores and online through its website.
It's being promoted with a ZenithOptimedia-handled media buy that includes banner ads targeted at women on websites such as Sweetlife, Vitamin Daily, Blog TO and Chick Advisor; free standing inserts in approximately 725,000 copies of Ontario newspapers including the Globe and Mail, Toronto Star and Ottawa Citizen; and through 30-second radio spots created by Toronto-based Blammo (formerly GJP) on Toronto stations including CFMJ and Ottawa stations including CFGO.
Although FSIs are standard-issue for the retailer, the media plan to promote this new brand of book (handled by ZenithOptimedia) is targeting women because they are more likely to scoop up new and hot products, says Charan Bhogal, director, integrated marketing, LCBO.
'We recognize that women are very interested in trends,' she says. 'We also know that the female LCBO shopper has a greater propensity to browse our stores and try new products. While the Trend Report covers all beverage alcohol categories, much of the product mix is particularly appealing to our female customers who enjoy entertaining.'
The Trend Report was developed and funded in collaboration with LCBO's beverage alcohol trade partners and is in line with what it typically spends on a monthly promotion, says Bhogal.
'We've highlighted beverage alcohol trends before but not as the entire focus of a promotion,' she says. 'This is the first promotion of its kind. Our buyers see a lot of products in their research and travels and we wanted to highlight what they are seeing in the way of the most popular and interesting drink trends.'


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String Furniture
For the Swedish furniture brand String, we created a visually driven concept to manifest the flexibility of the system. And boiled it down to: Modular shelving philosophy. The main media is ads in international interior design and fashion magazines in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Germany, France, Japan and the UK. The campaign is getting recognition (buzz in newspeak) on blogs around the world and people are posting #shelfies on instagram. That's nice and all, even nicer is the fact that sales are up with double digits in 2013, 2014 and 2015. And for the award junkies out there: We won Best Design in D&AD in 2015 and were shortlisted in 100wattaren (Swedish Effie Awards).
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About Us
To service the trucking industry by providing professional and quality products and services to each customer to assist them with the profitable operation of their business.
To constantly find ways to exceed the needs and expectations of each customer.
The company was founded in 1932 by James H. "Bo" Shealy under the name of James H. Shealy's Garage as a garage for truck repairs.
The original location was at the corner of Sumter and Washington Streets. In 1936 the company moved to 2123 N. Main Street and in 1940, Bo Shealy signed a dealer agreement with Mack Trucks to sell trucks within the Columbia area and vicinity.
In 1944 the franchise territory was expanded to include Richland, Kershaw, Lexington, Orangeburg, Calhoun and Fairfield Counties. By 1950 the franchise area had grown to include Allendale, Barnwell, Bamberg, Newberry and Sumter Counties. Subsequently, Saluda and Lee counties were added to comprise the current thirteen counties that we consider to be our basic trade area.
Carl D. Shealy, brother of Bo Shealy, joined the business in 1947. On December 27, 1947, the business was incorporated as Shealy's, Inc. The original stockholders were James H. Shealy, James H. Shealy, Jr., Carl D. Shealy and Clayton J. Meetze.
Bo Shealy remained President of the company until his retirement on March 15, 1972, at which time Carl Shealy was elected President. Carl Shealy also purchased all of the outstanding stock, thereby becoming the sole stockholder. Bo Shealy continued to serve as Chairman of the Board until his death in 1978.
In 1979, Carl Shealy built a new 38,640 square foot facility situated on 4.2 acres at 1340 Bluff Road.
The facility at 2123 Main Street remained open as Shealy's Main Street Equipment, Inc., a distributor for Marmon and Iveco trucks, as well as for used trucks and parts. This store was closed in early 1984 and operations were consolidated at the Bluff Road store. Both the Marmon and Iveco lines were dropped.
Carl Shealy remained President until his death on January 13, 1984. The company stock subsequently was acquired by Carl Shealy's sons, Bruce and David. Bruce Shealy was elected President and David Shealy Vice President of the Company.
Shealy Leasing, Inc. was formed in August 1984 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Shealy's, Inc. for the purpose of leasing trucks and related equipment. In August 1985, the company signed an agreement with East Manufacturing Corporation of
In January 1986, Isuzu Heavy Duty Trucks were added to the product line. The Isuzu product line includes Class 3 through Class 7 vehicles.
The Mitsubishi Fuso line of trucks was added in December 1986 that included trucks in the Class 6-7 and Class 3. Mitsubishi subsequently was dropped in April 1988 in favor of the Isuzu line.
In May 1987 the name of the truck operation was changed to Shealy's Truck Center, Inc., in order to make the name of the business more descriptive of our line of business. Shealy's
In December 1987, an agreement was signed with Clement Industries of Minden, La. to sell steel dump trailers in
Also in December 1987, Shealy Leasing became one of the first Mack Distributor Leasing Companies to join the Mack Leasing System and expanded operation to include full service leasing and daily rental.
Western Carolina Mack Sales, located in
In June 1999, an agreement was signed with Western Star Trucks to be a full service dealer in the
In February 2003 the Shealy acquired the Volvo and GMC dealerships in the Upstate from Volvo/GMC truck Center of Greenville. Operations were consolidated at 331 Midpoint Blvd.
In November 2003 the assets of Carolina Trucks & Equipment were acquired. Service operations were maintained at the leased facility at 1515 Old Dairy Rd. under the name of Carolina Western Star.
Shealy Leasing was named the Southeast Region and National Mack Leasing Member for 2005.
In 2016, Bruce's daughter, Keri S. Hogue was elected Secretary of the board and acquired a minority interest in Shealy's Inc.
On November 14, 2016 Shealy's Inc. opened Shealy Truck Center- WNC, a parts and service facility in Candler, NC to service Western North Carolina. The parts and service facility is located at 370 Liberty Road, Candler, NC 28715.
On June 9, 2017 Shealy Truck Center of the Piedmont became a Certified Uptime Center for Mack and Volvo. The Columbia location became Uptime Center Certified in January of 2018. Click here to find out more information about what this means for your business!
The trucking industry has changed a great deal over the years. Undoubtedly, we will see more changes in years to come. However, some things never change. Things such as the importance of the dignity of work and of caring for the business, for its people and for its customers. These are the things that have ensured our success in the past and will continue to assure our success in the future.
Shealy's Truck Center
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VLC for Android will soon support casting to Apple TVs via Airplay
VLC Media player has been with us for nearly two decades and it has gone through a lot since its inception. It was (and still is for some people) the go-to media player for desktop operating systems, but it took them a while until they were released on Android. Since its launch on the platform back in 2014, VLC has gained more success as it grew into the fully featured media player that it is today. The company is at CES this week and it has been revealed they are working on their Android app gaining support for Airplay.
The team behind VLC is excited about surpassing the 3 billion downloads milestone since its first release back in 2001. They had a download counter set up at CES in Las Vegas this week, but they are there for more reasons. Variety was able to sit down and have a talk with Jean-Baptiste Kempf, one of the app's lead developers, and we learned that about a quarter of these downloads have come from mobile devices. As their interview continued they discussed VLC's roadmap which actually includes support for Apple's Airplay.
Mr. Kempf has been quoted saying that this feature could end up rolling out to Android devices using VLC in about a month. This will allow Android users with an Apple TV to stream their videos to the Apple device in a similar fashion to Chromecast. At the company's CES booth they were also demonstrating the application's enhanced support for VR. The team behind the app reverse-engineered "most VR headsets" to natively support VR video through the main VLC app.
They went this route because using the SDKs from these manufacturers would have added hundreds of MB of code to VLC. Instead, they went their own route so that users would be able to watch traditional 2D movies in a virtual theater environment using their application.
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REGINA — The federal government is opposing a pitch by Alberta's United Conservative Party for intervener status in an upcoming court case in Saskatchewan over the national carbon tax.
Documents filed by Ottawa in Saskatchewan's Court of Appeal on Wednesday say the party's interest in the case is political and speculative.
"It is disappointing to see Conservative politicians across the country using taxpayer money and resources to oppose serious action on climate change," Caroline Theriault, a spokeswoman with federal Environment Minister Catherine McKenna's office, said in a statement.
Saskatchewan has asked the court to rule on whether the federal government's plan to force a carbon tax on the province is constitutional.
The province believes its own climate change plan, which doesn't include a carbon tax, is enough to reduce emissions.
The federal government also said it doesn't want the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, the Assembly of First Nations, Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) and Climate Justice Saskatoon to have standing in the case.
Theriault said Ottawa's position on which interveners should be allowed is based on the legal rules for intervener application in reference cases.
Saskatchewan argues in its submission that the United Conservative Party should be granted intervener status. Other parties it supports are APAS, the taxpayers federation, Saskatchewan Power Corp. and SaskEnergy Inc.
Ottawa supported eight organizations for intervener status including SaskPower and SaskEnergy, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, the David Suzuki Foundation and Canadian Public Health Association.
Organizations which Saskatchewan doesn't want included as interveners include the Assembly of First Nations, Canadian Public Health Association and Intergenerational Climate Coalition.
A panel of three judges will decide which interveners will be allowed on Dec. 12 in Regina. The case is to be heard in mid-February.
The United Conservatives called out Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for Ottawa's argument against the party.
UPC leader Jason Kenney said his party needs to be heard on the carbon tax.
"The UCP is stepping up and seeking to intervene because the current Alberta government refuses to do so," Kenney said in an email.
"It's telling that the Trudeau Government is happy with foreign-funded groups like the David Suzuki Foundation and Environmental Defence fighting for a carbon tax in Canadian courts, but not the Official Opposition in Alberta that represents a significant number of Albertans."
Amir Attaran, a lawyer for Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, said he supports the federal government's position against the UPC party having standing in the case.
"It's hard to see how Jason Kenney would be doing anything other than making this case a political forum because he's not in power," Attaran said.
Ontario is also taking the federal government to court on the constitutionality of the carbon tax. Its challenge is to be heard in April.
The federal government has given the provinces until January to come up with their own carbon pricing or have targets imposed on them. The carbon price outlined by Ottawa starts at a minimum of $20 a tonne and rises $10 annually until 2022.
New Brunswick and Manitoba also have not signed on to the federal plan.
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is looking to add the carbon tax to the first ministers meeting agenda on Friday in Montreal.
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Ryan McKenna, The Canadian Press


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You may be familiar with the phrase, "big data" and thought it was only for big companies. But investing in data and learning how to use it can have big benefits for your small business. A recent study featured in the Harvard Business Review suggests that it's worth overcoming the obstacles that stand in the way.
For starters, gaining access to consumer data can be expensive. Learning how to use it effectively can take time and expertise many small business owners just don't have.
Another potential obstacle is the mindset of small business owners. Most are used to making intuitive marketing decisions based on their past experiences and random consumer information. For instance, when asked to produce a line of ready-to-eat meals, one business owner simply looked at similar products on the market and attempted to copy them.
So how could using data overcome these obstacles and improve business? Funding from a regional government agency in the United Kingdom enabled several small businesses in Northern Island to use loyalty card data from the Tesco supermarket chain free of charge. These companies, each with seven to 45 employees, sold dairy products, baked goods, vegetables, and desserts to Tesco.
The data provided included consumer life stages and lifestyles, purchase analysis, and the best-performing locations for the small firms' products. The owners and managers of the small businesses in the study were encouraged to attend workshops, where analytics experts worked with them to help mine the most relevant data and analyze the information.
The companies hoped to find insight into questions such as how their product category was performing as a whole, and who were the customers that bought competitive products. Once they were given access to the data, the small businesses were able to look at innovations from a long-range perspective instead of just reacting to their competitors and retailers in the short term.
One business owner said the data had altered his company's ideas about how to grow its consumer base. Another, a yogurt manufacturer, gained new insight into their target customers. They learned that older adults were a key market for their products. So when the company's representatives set up store tastings, they focused their attention on older patrons and improved the results of the event.
The small businesses also became more entrepreneurial. Many owners and managers shared the data with their employees and encouraged them to contribute their own ideas. The business owners didn't abandon their long-standing competitive advantages—being close to their customers and having the ability to adapt quickly to market conditions. Instead, they used the data to complement these strengths.
The final takeaway is that small business owners should become aware of how the government and universities provide opportunities for funding and expertise so that they can capitalize on the coming age of big data.
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I am impressed with the expertise of the physicians at Cancer Treatment Centers of America®, the technology and tools available, the friendliness of other employees and the diversity of patients. I also like that patients get adequate face time with their providers. Patients can ask as many questions as they like during their appointments with their providers and have them answered.
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Smekens received a bachelor's degree in international studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She graduated with honors from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, with a doctorate degree in naturopathic medicine, then completed a two-year naturopathic residency at CTCA.
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Smekens grew up in suburban Milwaukee (Delafield, Wisconsin), which is about an hour away from the hospital. She loves to spend time with her husband and their three children. Her hobbies include cooking, traveling, gardening, skiing, playing tennis and just about any kid-related activity (e.g., swim lessons, karate, snowman building, play dates).
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Wescott Previously Served as Executive Vice President of Finance for the Brand
Fuzzy's Taco Shop, the brand that's as laid-back as everyone's favorite beachside taco joint with food that's worth talking about and margaritas with major chill, has named Jessica Wescott as Chief Financial Officer. Wescott previously served as the Executive Vice President of Finance for the Baja-inspired franchise.
Wescott began her career in wealth management before moving into the franchising world and working her way up to Vice President of Development & Finance with MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes. In January 2018, Wescott was named Executive Vice President of Finance at Fuzzy's Taco Shop, where she oversaw many aspects of financial operations, as well as marketing and technology strategies, and fed her love of working with franchisees. For her, the similarities between wealth management and franchising are clear: It's all about relationships and helping partners be successful.
To Wescott, the role offers more than overseeing the financials of the company, budgeting and forecasting. "We have the opportunity to use data to objectively analyze and shape the brand's strategies in order to increase sales and profitability for our franchisees. Over the last year and a half, we've made some tremendous investments in people to take the brand to the next level."
She's also begun working on Fuzzy's strategy for 2020, including how to best support multi-unit franchisees. In fact, 79% of all Fuzzy's openings since 2017 have been with current partners looking to expand their footprint.
"Our partners are incredibly passionate about the brand," said Wescott. "Both our ownership group and our leadership team are heavily invested in working with our partners and ensuring we remain franchisee-centric as we continue to grow. I'm excited for the opportunity to continue to impact that culture and be part of the success that Fuzzy's has enjoyed so far—and will continue to have in the future."
To learn more about franchise opportunities with Fuzzy's Taco Shop, visit www.myfuzzys.com.
Founded in 2003 near the Texas Christian University campus in Fort Worth, Fuzzy's Taco Shop is a fast casual restaurant serving Mexican favorites with a splash of Baja. The laid-back atmosphere pairs perfectly with signature Baja-style tacos, famous chips and queso and icy-cold beverages always served at a chill price. With nearly 150 corporate- and franchise-owned locations in 16 states, Fuzzy's Taco Shop was named Nation's Restaurant News' #10 "Fastest Growing Chains" of 2018, was included on Franchise Business Review's "Top Franchises" list in 2017, and was QSR magazine's Top 6 "Best Franchise Deals by Franchisee Satisfaction" in 2016.


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J Balvin is an undeniable showstopper with hits like "Mi Gente," but are you feeling Latin trap star Bad Bunny who is set to open up the show with "Está Rico" with Marc Anthony and Will Smith more this year? Maybe one of reggaeton's leading ladies Karol G, is getting you hyped. Or are you excited about 15-year-old rising star Angela Aguilar showcasing her powerful voice in the style of Mexico's mariachi music? Songstresses Natalia Lafourcade and Mon Laferte will also grace the Latin GRAMMY stage with one of their ballads. Rock/pop music icons Maná, who are this year's Latin GRAMMY Person Of The Year, are sure to rock the stage and we can't forget Steve Aoki or Halsey who are also set to perform and bring their energy every time they perform. There are many more to choose from, so who will it be? Vote above.


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Myths About Health and Fitness You Should Never Believe
From baby food diets that hype speedy weight loss results to "shape up" shoes that promise to "tone and tighten" your legs, there's a lot of untrue and unreliable information about health and fitness to sift through before you can finally uncover the facts.
Given the amount of advice about exercise and diet that's available, much of which is inconsistent, it might feel like getting fit and healthy is complicated and confusing; setting out to find the most effective workout and nutritional strategies could be compared with trying to find a needle in a haystack.
With so many options to choose from, how can you tell which will really work and which are most likely just smoke and mirrors?
Well, the good news is that it actually doesn't have to be so complicated. Yes, there are tons of different diet plans and workout regimens that make totally enticing claims, some of which will work, but most of which are bogus. But at the end of the day, the truth is that if you take the time to learn a little bit about what's true and what's not, it won't matter what type of plan you follow so long as it's one that makes you happy and that you can sustain for a prolonged period of time.
So, to help you get your fitness facts straight, we've rounded up a list of some of the biggest diet and exercise myths that are continually passed around, despite being completely untrue.
By now maybe you've learned that stretching before exercise isn't best and that drinking eight glasses of water a day isn't necessarily the universal ideal; common concepts like these have been widely debunked in recent times.
Instead, the following fitness fabrications are tidbits that are probably still being passed around during small talk at the water cooler or by a well-meaning friend who feels they're a fitness "expert."
Continue reading to find out the real facts and then spread the truth by setting the record straight next time you hear someone spout out a "tip" that's just not true.
Myth: Carbs will make you gain weight.
"Your body needs a certain amount of carbs, fat and protein to function," says Lauren Brown a trainer and sports nutritionist for Balanced Fitness and Health. "Too little of one and too much of another will throw the body's equilibrium off, resulting in malnourishment, weight gain, muscle loss, etc. Carbohydrates are the body's number one go-to for fuel. Without it you will eventually lack energy, experience brain fog, and feel depressed and moody. Just be sure to choose healthy carbohydrates such as vegetables, fruits and whole grains and avoid processed carbs that contain simple sugars and other toxic ingredients."
Myth: Running is bad for your knees.
"Running has long been thought to cause damage to the knees from all the pounding you experience with each foot strike," says Jason Fitzgerald, a 2:39 marathoner and the founder of Strength Running. "But in the past decade, multiple studies have shown that long-time runners have no increased risk of knee damage. And those with a history of knee arthritis don't have much of a history with running! In fact, running can even be healthy for the knee, promoting cartilage repair in the knee. Of course, we're talking about moderate running here—if you're running marathons or workouts at 6:00 mile pace or faster, you could be increasing your risk of knee arthritis."
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Friday, 31 January 2014
The evil of curly hair
We went to see a digitally enhanced version of the black and white film Night of the Hunter at the BFI. Robert Mitchum plays a serial killer who pretends to be a priest. In the beginning if the film he is driving a car along the road and offering a prayer to god,"There are things that you hate Lord, perfume smelling things, lacy things, things with curly hair". As a naturally curly haired person this made me laugh out loud. What is it with all the jealousy of the curly haired that we get all this? Like the girl with the curl in the middle of her forehead... Don't straight-haired people know how difficult curly hair can be to manage?
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Monday, 27 January 2014
Funny places airports, excited and tension of waiting for your party to arrive. Tired people over packed. Endless searching the crowd for recognition. Its exhausting. And i dont think the plane I'm waiting for has even landed yet. Hate that nervousness wondering whether everything has changed or if it will be the same. Experiences can change people.
And greetings, love and hugs and flowers and laughter.
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Thursday, 23 January 2014
New bad neighbours
The neighbours who lived next to me to the left when I moved in have recently moved away. They were chavvy but nice enough. But in some ways it helps me avoid the little embarrassment of my cat names.
When I saw pictures of the kittens I was getting I had an epiphony for names in tbe night - the girl cat was Philomena, and the boy cat was Leopold. My sister said its a good thing I don't have kids because they would be lumbered with some godawful names going by those. But these names suit the cats and you can shorten then to Philly (or Pip if you are my dad and are looking after them) and Leo. Better for shouting out the back door. What i hadn't realised at the time was that my neighbour was called Wilimena. And her 16 year old daughter had just had a baby and called him Leo. You discover these things in London due to proximity of living conditions hearing family life go on over the wall. I hadn't realised I had named my cats after my chavvy neighbours. And was then totally embarrassed to shout their names at all!
Anyway. They moved and in their place a new family moved in. On the day they arrived they had a fight and an ambulance and the police had to attend. Then there were lots of arguments, slamming of front doors, and shouting. Drunk dad would arrive home opening the door saying don't any of you fucking piss me off, not you, or you, or the fucking dog. I feel sorry for the dog. It's confused. They were concerned it didn't bark when people came to the door, so they taught it to do that. Now it does that, they shout at it because it barks when they get home. They also have three or four cats, I can't quite figure it out. But of all the things, the worst is they don't do any recycling and they make rubbish like its going out of fashion. Our bins are only emptied once a fortnight. Once they fill theirs up, they fill mine up as well. Which as long as I can fit my rubbish in wouldn't be so bad, but I can't, so it really gets my goat. Antisocial. Bring back the chavs, would be my preferance!
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Tuesday, 21 January 2014
Alternative employment - the options
What other job could i do, discussion with my sister. Suggesting i teach adults in the kind of setting i already work in. Not that keen. Not enough salary.
She's been watching The Bridge, and thought i could be a detective. But don't you have to be a policeman first? I laugh. Loudly. Me? A policeman. Hilarious. Wouldn't mind the detective bit. But not sure it would work with my politics and stuff.
Fireman? just laughing. Not even a need to examine why not (don't love ladders at height, couldn't throw a man over my shoulder to rescue him, might be able to drive the engine...), nah. Ludicrous. Never was that keen on wearing uniforms.
Maybe i should be a criminal she says. What sort? I'm slightly indignant. Fraud says she. But I'm not a great liar. Could you lie on the phone and be a scammer of some sort? I think. Its a bit shitty though isn't it? And my IT skills arent up to it.
You could run a house. She says. I pause. Madam, she means. How does she come up with that? Thats one of my joke dream jobs! Hostess. Make men comfortable. Make sure the girls are clean. Don't actually have to shag the dirty mac brigade myself. But i like men. As a gross generalisation. We laugh. I can't believe she said it! I've said it myself before. As a joke! She knows me better than i think. I'm an open book, sadly.
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Monday, 20 January 2014
Jack frost has coated the cars and grass. The bus is crowded with school children. They can see their breath in the cold air, even inside.
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Friday, 10 January 2014
They are filming Youngers in Choumert road today. They have transformed the Internet cafe into 'Shorn Combs' barbers and have parked three huge lorries along the street. Lots of young actors milling about in clean bright urban streetwear, getting tea and soup from the refreshment cart. And cameramen, lighting, sound engineers, etc. Inside the cafe at lunch the regular iPad engrossed clientele ignore the hubub on the street. Me I kinda want to join in!
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Friday, 3 January 2014
Things which delight the mind
Whilst running/walking along Tottenham Marshes (dragging the Christmas dinner belly along for the first time - distractions very necessary)
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Wednesday, 1 January 2014
2014 mistakes
Bad move - lent my phone to someone on our way home (giving them and some others a lift) - he'd run out of credit - he called 15 people at 6am. No one answered. They are all texting me asking me who is this today. And some of them are quite shirty demanding to know who I am.
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Started the New Year's Eve celebrations talking about the last few hours of 2013 - putting it to bed, fresh starts and all that. Celebrated the new year in five minutes after getting into a club having queued round the block for an hour. Danced and wandered around. Got in at 7am. Haven't seen the day at all today! Perhaps it isn't starting as I mean to go on! Happy 2014. Hope it's a good one.
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The long-awaited Pantech PN-820 has finally been shown in visual form. The PN-820, headed for Verizon, is one of the first aims at a low-cost Windows Mobile Smartphone devices.
A well-known Verizon source, Roc A Fella has leaked the following details about the device. The unit will indeed carry EV-DO despite previously being promoted as lacking EV-DO. In addition, the device will carry miniSD card slot, Bluetooth, and QVGA resolution display. The PN-820 is expected to be launched next month.
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The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds across most of the country, as gusts of up to 70mph are forecast to hit parts of the UK this weekend.
England, Wales and the south of Scotland are set to be affected by gales from midday on Friday to 6pm on Saturday. There's also another yellow weather warning in place for rain in the far north of Scotland as mild air arrives, causing potential flooding due to hill snow melting.
Motorists have been advised to take care on the roads, especially on exposed routes and bridges. The Met Office says delays to public transport are also likely.
The Isle of Wight saw gusts of 79mph overnight, while the Isles of Scilly – off the Cornish coast – was subjected to 67mph winds.
Meteorologist Aidan McGivern warned of a "rough start" across parts of the country this morning in the Met Office's latest video forecast, thanks to windy weather and heavy rain. Snow is also likely in Scotland.
This will clear later today, bringing blue skies and sunshine to many parts. Downpours are expected to remain in the west, while the far north of Scotland could see hail and thunder.
A quiet night will give way to another area of low pressure, bringing rain and a chilly start on Friday.
"It's northern and western Britain that will bear the brunt of the strongest winds and heaviest rainfall during the first half of Friday," Aidan says.
"The winds picking up along the cold front as it moves through around lunchtime – 50, 60, perhaps 70 mile an hour wind gusts around south western coasts. The winds will then push eastwards throughout the day."
A couple of inches of rain is also expected to fall over western hills.
"Not a pleasant day out there on Friday," Aidan says. "And the unsettled weather continues into the weekend."
Keep up to date with the weather in your area by following the Met Office on Twitter or bookmarking their website.


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"You don't build tenacity, work ethic, a lot of stuff without failing" – Serena Williams
In her first appearance since the 2018 US Open final, tennis champion Serena Williams opened up about failures and receiving feedback.
Serena spoke on stage at the Shop.Org conference in Las Vegas.
On receiving feedback: "It's hard. It so happens to be my specialty because I've been taking feedback since I was like 3 years old. I'm really good at taking feedback," columnist Ed Graney quoted her as saying in Las Vegas Review Journal.
"You have to just be extremely humble. It's not easy. The second I get off the court, I don't want anyone telling me how I played well. I want to know what I did wrong. What can I do better the next time?" she added.
Graney also added that she spoke about failures to those who gathered at the hotel she was staying.
"Failure is such a good thing to have and do in your career. I can't tell you how many times I failed. It's the reason I am who I am. I have won so many matches and different tournaments because of the failures.
You don't build tenacity, you don't build work ethic, you don't build a lot of stuff without failing. It makes you stronger, grittier and extra appreciative when you do reach your goals," she was quoted as saying.
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