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KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here today set Feb 5 for mention of the government's RM27.2 billion (US$6.5 billion) 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) bond cases against Goldman Sachs (Singapore) Pte.
Judge Mohamed Zaini Mazlan fixed the date after deputy public prosecutor Zaki Asyraf Zubir informed the court that the notice of summons had yet to be served on the company due to technical grounds.
"There was an old date on the summons (that was) issued to Goldman Sachs (Singapore). Due to that, Singapore Goldman Sachs refused to accept our summons served on them," he told the court, here today.
Following that, Mohamed Zaini set Feb 5 as the new mention date.
Also present were lawyers Krishna Dallumah and Datuk Prem Ramachandran, representing Goldman Sachs (Singapore).
Meanwhile, at the magistrate's court before magistrate Nur Farah Ain Roslan, Zaki Asyraf informed the court that the prosecution will issue a new notice of summons with the correct date.
Nur Farah also set Feb 5 for mention.
The High Court had previously fixed today to hear the prosecution's application to transfer the case involving Goldman Sachs (Singapore) from the magistrate's court to the High Court.
In December last year, Malaysia filed four charges against investment bank and financial services company Goldman Sachs at the magistrate's court here for allegedly leaving out material facts on the sale of bonds between a subsidiary of 1MDB and Aabar Investment PJS Ltd (Aabar).
The offences were allegedly committed at 1MDB's premises at Level 8, Menara IMC, No. 8, Jalan Sultan Ismail here, between March 19, 2012 and November 11, 2013.
The company was charged under Section 179 (c) of the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007, which carries a penalty of imprisonment for a term not exceeding 10 years and a fine of not less than RM1 million, upon conviction.
Former Goldman Sachs banker Roger Ng Chong Hwa has also claimed trial to four counts of abetting the company, in reference to the sale of the same bonds by omitting material facts and making false statements.
The United States Department of Justice has estimated that about US$4.5 billion was misappropriated from 1MDB between 2009 and 2014. - Bernama


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Joseph Alvarado's house in Houston, Texas was broken into and robbed by what appears to be a couple of children while he was away.
Alvarado's daughter was the first to notice the door was open. They'd come in by kicking in the back door -- which, to me, seems hard for a kid to do, but we'll get to my forensic deductions later.
They then found the notes, which were full of misspellings and written in a childish scrawl.
One note said,
I stole your stuffe because my borther told me to
The next note starts off with "[we] broke in" but the "we" is crossed out and replaced with "I." Yes, this level of criminal sophistication strikes fear into the heart of man.
The note continued,
I broke in HAHA and took your ps3 controlers, games, and computer. by, a kid haha
A PS3? They might as well have stolen a polaroid camera. Or a flip phone. Or a dial-up modem. Or a -- OK, I think that's enough examples of old stuff.
OK, so my theory: What if this was just a weird and clever trick by a thief to make the cops suspect a couple of kids of the crime? God, I hope that's what happened. It would be such a bold strategy.
But it's probably just a couple kids being dumb.
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Here is a little variation on devilled eggs – looks pretty and a lovely fresh taste with the addition of avocado and lime juice!
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Lightly spiced avocado and lime devilled eggs - so good and good for you!
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Recipe type: light meal, appetiser
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- Eggs - 4 medium hard boiled
- Avocado - 1
- Fresh - Lime Juice, 1 tbsp
- Garlic Salt - 1 tsp (1g)
- Tabasco, Green Jalapeno - 1 tsp. (5mL)
- Cayenne pepper
- Halve the eggs and mash the yolks with the rest of the ingredients using a fork or small blender. Check seasoning, fill egg halves with mixture (use a piping bag if you want to be fancy!) and sprinkle with cayenne pepper.
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Everyone enjoys a good romance story on Valentine's Day, right? This article tells the story of how Shari Aser '98 and her husband, Bill, who grew up in the same neighborhood and went to high school together in Greenwich, Conn., reconnected after not seeing each other for nearly 15 years after high school. They got married just over two years after reconnecting.
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Lincoln's Concerns Pertaining to the Expansion of Slavery
Lincoln was not necessarily against the expansion of slavery. But, he only had one primary request: whites and Black could not mix in the new land. When addressing the Dred Scott Decision of 1857, Lincoln quoted the following: "There is a natural disgust in the minds of nearly all white people to the idea of indiscriminate amalgamation of the white and black races … A separation of the races is the only perfect preventive of amalgamation, but as an immediate separation is impossible, the next best thing is to keep them apart where they are not already together. If white and black people never get together in Kansas, they will never mix blood in Kansas…"
Lincoln's Position on the Threat of Biracial People on American Society
Lincoln believed that Black people living in close proximity to white people would ruin the image of the pure white family that he found ideal. He felt the birth of mixed race children would cause family life to "collapse." He said, "Our republican system was meant for a homogeneous people. As long as blacks continue to live with the whites they constitute a threat to the national life. Family life may also collapse and the increase of mixed breed bastards may some day challenge the supremacy of the white man."


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Professor Demunbrun Leaves Mark at Wesleyan
April 25, 2017
In the Fall of 2013, then Professor Parthum stepped onto Kentucky Wesleyan College's campus with high expectations for the theatre program that she would now be running as a single faculty member.
As the sole proprietor of the theatre program, Professor Parthum had goals already set for herself when she walked through the door, even before meeting students and who would become lifelong friends. Parthum's goals then were to build KWC's theatre program into something that KWC students and faculty could recruit for later on in the future. Unfortunately, that goal was set very high as at the time the theatre program had no space for their shows and their courses needed more development or fleshing out. Her specific goals for students were to give them enough real world experience on their resume that they would be fully capable of getting a job in theatre and make themselves more marketable over all.
In her four years at KWC, Professor Parthum has gotten married, built relationships in the community between KWC and local theatre programs such as Back Alley Musicals and Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, and other educational programs at Owensboro High School, Owensboro Community and Technical College, and Brescia University; she has done a total of eleven shows at KWC, the majority being in Hager Hall, the theatre program's space on campus. Those shows are: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged, Dr. Faustus, You're a Good Man Charlie Brown, Alice in Wonderland, Title of Show, Edges, Disney and Desserts, 44 Plays for 44 Presidents, Hamlet, Abridged and Unafraid, and two sets of 10-minute play festivals per the class Page to Stage.
Last but not least, Professor Demunbrun has created a program that has drawn in more students this past year than any both new and current students—the Fall of 2016 welcomed Freshman Kaylee O'Donnell, Cody Cravens, and Elizabeth Nicholson, as well as a transfer from OCTC, Junior Casey Zoglmann. The Spring of 2017 welcomed Freshman Jacob Steeley. This is a huge improvement from Professor Demunbrun's second year teaching at KWC when only two freshman came to the theatre program for the entire year! Not to mention that more and more people who are non-theatre majors have become involved either through theatre classes or open auditions such as Junior Will Schaefer, Senior Emily Davis, Senior Aryanne Brailsford and her husband, Jeremy Brailsford, and the list goes on!
As she prepares to leave her office for the last time, Professor Demunbrun wishes that the theatre program, "continues to serve majors/non majors/transfers and continues to grow within the community." And as for her majors that she has had this last year, she hopes they "keep it all together," continue to do the things they enjoy, and find careers that will pay the bills and fulfill their artistic needs, always.
May 3rd is Beth Demunbrun's last day as a Panther; make sure to stop by her office and tell her she will be missed dearly!


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Hands are a part of the body we use most, they're exposed to harmful UV, detergents and the elements on a daily basis, yet they are one of the last things we remember to take care of. Now that the winter chill has set in it's time to take extra measures in protecting our skin. From dry to sensitive types there is an abundance of products and advice out there to protect hands during the winter months.
Give your hands some much needed TLC, they go through an awful lot when you think about it. Prevention from damage is the first step you should consider, there are simple ways to do this such as wearing warm gloves when venturing outside or the use of latex free washing up gloves when doing kitchen chores. These simple steps will go a long way in keeping hands healthy.
Hydration is key, try not to over wash your hands especially with harsh soaps, constantly washing hands strips them of their natural oils, drying them out over time. One of the easiest ways to remind yourself to take care and rehydrate your hands is to place hand lotions and neutral moisturising hand washes in convenient places around your home, such as your kitchen sink.
Just as you do with your face, exfoliating your hands is a great way to remove dead skin cells and leave your hands feeling soft. Use a gentle exfoliator designed for hands once or twice a week so you aren't stripping the skin of its natural moisture, leaving a good base for your hand lotion to soak into.
Constant daily use of detergents and cold weather plays havoc with the delicate skin on our hands leaving them dry and irritated. Massaging hand cream throughout the day not only helps nourish the hands but helps improve circulation keeping them warm. For intense nourishment use a coconut oil based product or shea butter hand cream overnight. Wearing cotton gloves gives the solution a chance to be really absorbed into the skin
Below we've collated our favourite products to help nourish, protect and soften over the winter months.
Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
This classic hand lotion works every time, unscented and thick formulated its perfect for extremely dry cracked hands in the harsh winter months. The blend of oils and natural wax soothes, moisturises and conditions the skin. Apply this morning and night protecting hands from moisture loss throughout the day.
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Cleansing your hands is the first process in achieving nourished, refreshed hands. Make sure you don't over wash your hands or forget to dry them, this wears away natural oils causing a drying effect. This gentle cleansing formula is infused with hydrating Yi Yi Ren, traditionally used in Chinese medicine and is soap free to protect hands creating a wonderfully soothing experience.
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During winter we've been trying to find a pack of Konik horses not too far away from our office. Most of the times we struck out. Sometimes we found the heard of Highland Cattle and no ponies.
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we cease
one day
to be
a moment
a minute
a heartbeat
no regard
for where we are
or who we are
or what we do
or have to do
or where we go
or who we see
for eternity
we cease
one day
to be
a moment
a minute
a heartbeat
no regard
for where we are
or who we are
or what we do
or have to do
or where we go
or who we see
for eternity
We laid you to rest
under steel gray skies
the sun refusing to shine
A mist
fine and damp
coated the
world and amplified
our mourning cries
Winds whipping
trees bent under
the onslaught
of harsh autumn winds
As if Nature herself
mourned you and
was determined in her grief
to punish the survivors
that had been left behind
in the world cold and barren
without your light
learn to live
in the darkness
We used to meet in bars and cafés
Now we meet in rooms draped with death
Promising to call under more pleasant circumstance
But we never do
One day it will be too late
I'm available
Are you
I wanted to call you this weekend
To tell you what the doctor said
You asked me to keep you posted and I didn't want you to worry
My mother has been battling several chronic illnesses for a long time. But this last year has really taken its toll on her body and spirit. The last few months in particular have shown a drastic decline in her overall mobility and ability to do the most basic of tasks.
During her last hospitalization, Mom came to the decision that should her health decline to a point that death is imminent she did not want medical intervention to prolong her life. With that decision made, the focus of her treatment changed and she was transitioned to hospice. She left the hospital the next day and is currently at my sister's house, where she is entertaining visitors from all over creation and is reaping all of the love and laughter she has sown all these years.
Don't get me wrong; it's not all sunshine and daisies. Mom is dying and we all know it. We don't know when – the doctors gave her anywhere from a few days to a few months. Some moments it seems like death is sitting in the corner and others as if it's barely a whisper on the wind. But it is still there, swirling around the edges of our consciousness and adding urgency to our conversations and interactions. She feels it, too, probably more keenly than the rest of us. At times while you are sitting with her she will look up, her face calm with a hint of melancholy, and whisper your name. When you reply, she follows it with, "I love you." Choking back tears, we all reply that we love her, too, and the conversation shifts back to other things or she will drift off to sleep, content that her message has been received.
It is both brutal and raw but there is a beauty to it as well. Our conversations have a heft, a weight to them that was lacking before. They are precious and painful and we are so very, very lucky that we get to have them.
Talking to the kids about this has really stretched the edges of my parenting skills. I have had several conversations with both of them about what is happening. During these talks it became apparent that my mother is giving me – all of us really – a final gift. She is giving me the ability to teach my children that courage and strength of character stay with you forever. I had several conversations with Dylan, who said he wasn't sure he could see her without breaking down. This is what I told him.
We're all going to breakdown. It's grief, it's supposed to hurt. Part of being a grown-up is learning to live through the hard parts of life without letting them destroy you. You are going to cry, a lot. But you will also laugh, a lot. We have been given a gift for which many people would chew off their arms – the ability to grant a dying woman her last wish and the opportunity to say goodbye. An awesome responsibility has been placed on us, and it is now up to us to show the emotional courage to pick it up and put her needs ahead of our own, regardless of how painful or difficult it is for us to witness.
Families are built on shared experiences and you don't get to only attend the good parts. No one likes the bad parts but they're important, too. If the good times are the bricks the family is built from, then the bad times are the mortar that holds the whole thing together. Without both, a family can't exist.
When I heard that Mom made the decision to transition to hospice, I faced a slew of emotions. I'm not going to lie, most of them were negative and, in hindsight, a little selfish – a few too many "I's" and not enough "Hers" in my thinking. After I saw her and talked to her about her decision, what struck me most was the peace she was wrapped in when she talked about it. She misses people: her mom and dad; her sister; her brothers; her sister-in-law and best friend; and all the other friends and family that have gone on before her.
Then there's dad. Gone almost 24 years now, and very much on her mind lately, she's eager to see him again. She misses him. I can't imagine enduring that kind of loneliness and longing for so long.
What I worried was resignation to her failing body and health was, in fact, the opposite. Her decision was an affirmation of her ability for self-determination. Her decision was born from strength and, honestly, I have to support and admire that kind of courage. I hope if I am ever faced with a decision of this magnitude that I can find it within myself to make it with the same courage and dignity she has shown.
I saw her this past Sunday, and I asked her if she had any fight left. Her response? "Hell ya!" She added that she wasn't giving up but she wasn't going to fight the inevitable. When her time comes, she will greet it as a blessing rather than fight it as a curse.
Mom has always been a fighter and she instilled that fighting spirit into each one of her five daughters. Although we all embody it differently, we are branches on the same tree. I am the living embodiment of her stubbornness. I have been, and continue to be, the person who will cut her nose off to spite her face. I also have to learn every lesson the hard way.
Mom and I didn't always understand the larger parts of each other's personalities but none of those differences matter standing this close to the end. All that matters now is what we still have left to learn from each other. Thankfully, Mom was always "mom" enough to give me the room to figure out the important lessons myself, and most of the time had the grace not to say I told you so when I finally grasped them – however long that may have taken (or in some cases is still taking).
Saturday was a hectic day. We drove to Maine to watch Dylan play lacrosse and then we all drove to my sister's house in Worcester, where mom is staying. It's a pretty big family and a good deal of it was already there when we arrived in the early evening. It was loud and boisterous and filled with love and laughter. All 16 of her grandkids showed up that day and her happiness about that was evident from the smile on her face. She sat perched in the middle of the hospital bed, primped and ready to receive the latecomers. She was alert and full of Irish mischief. We looked at pictures and listened as she told us about all her visitors that day.
After we all caught up, the kids spent time with her individually. I don't know what they talked about and, quite frankly, it's none of my business.
It was hard watching them wrestle with the knowledge that this may be their last meaningful interaction with their grandmother. They knew it, I knew it and she knew it. I am grateful for her grace and encouragement to all of her grandchildren as she allowed them the gift of saying good-bye to her in their own way on their own terms. I was talking to Dylan via text (he's back at school) and I told him what I was writing about this week. He told me that he also wrote about Grammy this week in class. When I asked what he chose to write about, he told me he wrote about how she always believes in him.
Her life has touched so many people. Her five daughters and their spouses, her 16 grandchildren and their spouses and significant others, her four great-grandchildren, dozens of nieces and nephews and their children, and scores of neighborhood kids all knew that help was theirs for the asking. She made a place for everyone and anyone and her influence will continue to be felt for generations.
What an amazing legacy she will leave behind.
Update: Mom passed away surround by three of her five daughters and several grandchildren on September 28, 2014. Just in time to see Dad on his birthday which is today, September 30th. I imagine they are having a wonderful time.
Originally published to The Old Colony Memorial on September 24, 2014
I really haven't been myself this week.
I'm so beyond done with all the stupid crap that has been swirling around since Friday that I just do not care anymore what people think or feel about what I write.
This started as a status update on Facebook but it grew so quickly that I felt it deserved it's own blog post.
I'm disappointed.
In people.
Deeply and – what feels at this moment – irreversibly disappointed.
Disappointed with people I know,
Disappointed with those I don't.
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and widsom to know the difference.
That, for those not in the know, is "The Serenity Prayer". And, yes I know I spelled wisdom wrong. It's an inside joke for the sisters.
My first experience with it was when Dad joined AA. He had it in his wallet, he had it engraved in lucite, he had it memorized. He clung to it. It was his lifeline and his salvation.
I heard him refer to it often in the 11 years of sobriety he attained before he died. Which one is it Blondie, he would ask, do we change it or accept it? Change it, I would reply, no matter what. That was my answer. Even the color of the sky? Of course. He would laugh and say no, it wasn't possible. I'd tell him to put on a pair of sunglasses – sky color changed. Suck on that Big Jim!
My most vivid memory of the prayer is saying it over his casket at his funeral. Mom asked if anyone wanted to speak and, me being me, said yes. What I was going to say, well I wasn't sure about that. As I stood at the podium on that cold March morning, in front of family and friends, it seemed so right; so appropriate. I remember asking all present to say it with me, if they knew it.
I remember my aunt, Marie, not knowing the prayer. She scolded me after for not telling her about it so she could learn it. Sorry, Marie! I remember another aunt, Mary, scolding me for using the "alcoholics" prayer as she called it. Her I ignored since well, she annoyed me. It was important to Dad and if his sister couldn't see that, arguing with her wasn't going to change her mind. Nothing ever did.
I have no physical copy of the poem these days but it's written on my soul. It's my personal attitude adjustment. See I'm an optimist, well really more of a realist with a positive attitude. I don't wish for things to get better. If I'm unhappy with something, I change it. If I can't change it, I deal with it. If I can't deal with it – well, let's just say I haven't run up against anything I can't deal with. Yet.
I forget every so often that I have an amazing life. I certainly don't have everything, not even close. But I have what matters: family, friends, and work (both professional and volunteer). What else do you need. Oh, right.
The widsom to know the difference.


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A Next Generation Approach to Brand Equity Tracking
04 Sep 2014|Added Value
Measuring and monitoring brand equity has become a required discipline for any global marketer. Brands are important and valuable assets to corporations, and there's a business imperative to understand their position in the market and whether a brand is developing in line with the brand's objectives.
Any respectable research firm has a proprietary approach for measuring and tracking brand equity. While philosophies, terminology and specifics may differ there are common components to most models, including:
Brand Strength:
All approaches have a way to measure brand equity/strength that looks at the psychological/emotional/attitudinal part of brand equity. Common criteria include awareness, likeability, trust, and relevance, along with brand or category specific metrics like desirability, authority, forward looking…. These core metrics are generally at the heart of any approach whether it's a visualized as a pyramid, a diamond or a wheel.
Brand Image:
The perceptions of the brand, described as a set of benefit and tonality statements. Benefits can be inner directed (how it makes me feel to own / use that brand) and outer directed (badge value) which we know are a key driver in categories like luxury, automotive, alcoholic beverages, fashion.
Brand Behavior:
Most approaches also capture behavioral elements, including awareness, consideration, and recommendation, among others. And many models also have specific components relating to brand salience, brand touch points, brand experience, etc.
Scorecards and KPIs
Most models distill the key information in a simple, scorecard-like way, and the end results are a straightforward set of KPIs, often grouped so that different patterns of brands can be identified which then go along with pattern-specific norm-strategies as a way forward.
The advantage of all these approaches is that they are fairly easy to understand, and make monitoring rather simple.
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All these approaches have a common weakness: they measure the "what?" but not the "why?" And they completely miss the "what's next?" This why clients often become frustrated with traditional brand equity monitoring programs, which measure, but don't diagnose, and definitely don't help create plans for the future. The majority of approaches also don't deal with the way marketing and branding works today.
The times are a-changin': People still build relationships with brands, but not in the same old ways
The Internet and new media have changed the world.
Especially in the way people absorb and process information.
Everything is faster, shorter, more compact.
More impressions. More choice. More distraction.
Less patience. Less concentration.
People still learn about and build relationships with brands. However, thelearning and relationship building no longer happens exclusively through repetitions of TV spots or controlled one-way marketing activities. The way people acquire their knowledge about brands has changed, with new ways of advertising and communicating emerging in rapid fashion, from digital to mobile to social to experiential and beyond, along with new forms of media and devices where people are consuming, making and sharing content.. The "evasive consumer" is increasingly a reality: that which does not immediately resonate risks being clicked away or simply ignored.
Brands therefore must become more creative and inventive to reach andinteract with consumers while at the same time being consistent across all modes of expression, from communications to experiences.
We are experiencing a paradigm shift in how brands are managed: From push- to pull-marketing. And with this shift, brands need to ensure that people are drawn to them, irresistibly attracted.
How Added Value helps with the mechanics of brand management
1. We help brands to become living systems
It is no longer enough to have a well-defined proposition and some key signifiers. In today's "click-society" people are looking for constant stimulation. Static gets boring quickly. And if your brand is boring, you'll be out of sight or ignored before too long – and eventually forgotten. Brands have to stage themselves repeatedly, have to present themselves from new and surprising angles. True to themselves and their identity, in multifaceted, even surprising ways.
We incorporate a view on your brand's character and an indication of its position within culture, because we believe that brands will have to become living systems. What better way to do this than by starting with brand personality, and creating a character of flesh and blood? Brands need strong identities. They will have to combine character (who am I?), talent (what am I good at?) and signature (how will you recognize me?) to create a meaningful and synergistic entity. And they will have to make sure to keep this identity fresh and relevant, i.e. generate VIBE and Cultural Traction™.
2. We help brands create holistic experiences
Our approach measures the ability of the brand to consistently deliver across all touchpoints, because brand experiences are increasingly important as a mode of communication. Experiences, whether via advertising or point of sale or any other touch point, all need to work synergistically hand in hand to be consistent.
3. We help brands to create "magnetism"
We have a unique approach to measuring the ability for a brand to draw people towards it. "Brand Presence" has always been a key success factor. In the marketing world of today, Brand Presence will need to have magnetic qualities, including clarity, uniqueness and appeal to attract people in an irresistible fashion.
4. We help you understand and drive "active brand perception"
Scientific studies prove that brands need to be "thought of" at the right moment of the purchase decision. We help you understand how to be top of mind when people make their choices. Not just as a name, but in association with what consumers aspire to feel, and display.
Our Brand Equity approach is Next Generation, not traditional
The common approaches to brand equity are missing these mandatories for brand-management of today and into the future.
- They measure lots of KPIs, but don't address mental presence and a brand's magnetism.
- They focus on passive brand knowledge through endless batteries and leave active brand experience unaddressed.
- They try to completely standardize the measurement in a static system, unable to cope with the nimble vitality of the way marketing works today.
Yes, they measure and compare. Unfortunately they only help in a limited way to understand the "why" let alone to find answers for the "what next".
We believe that state-of-the-art brand equity-tracking has to go beyond predefined lists – our approach also covers what is really on the top of consumers' minds, using open-ended qualitative questions for depth. It has to anticipate and give you a view on where things are going for your brand, not just on where things are today or where they have been. We infuse an understanding of a brand's position within culture, and insight into where culture is heading, along with predictive analytics to give you a perspective on the future. And the best kind of brand equity tracking has to be prescriptive in order to help you make your brand even stronger. We use story driven narratives to land the results in your business with impact and activate your brands for growth.
Is your Brand Equity tracking built for the way marketing works today? Are you getting as much out of it as you can?
If not, we can help.
Further reading:
Activator is Next Generation Tracking: A Manifesto
Transforming Tracking: From Rearview Mirror to Brand Activator
Written by Chris Prox and Brian Kushnir
Chris Prox is CEO of Icon Added Value in Germany, and specializes in brand equity and communication.
Brian Kushnir is EVP and Managing Director of Added Value North America and leads our communications practice.
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Hilo is a town that is located in Hawaii. It has around 50,000 residents. Hilo features some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet. It is no wonder each year millions on people visit this spectacular place. This place features a tropical environment, something especially appealing to those who come from colder places. Lets take a look at vacationing in Hilo, Hawaii.
10. Kathmandu Imports
Kathmandu Imports is a store that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. The store is unique in that it sells merchandise that come from Nepal and Tibet. If you enjoy these types of items, this is one store that you shouldn't pass up.
9. Chase Gallery
Chase Gallery is an art gallery that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. It features the beautiful artwork of local artists. Some of the artwork details the town's rich history.
8. Basically Books
Basically Books is a bookstore that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. The bookstore is independent and family-owned. It is a great place to buy books about the local people, their history, customs, and culture. Basically Books also offers a wide array of maps.
7. Sig Zane Designs
Sig Zane Designs is a clothing store in Hilo, Hawaii. It features the designs of one of the Pacific's top clothing designers, Sig Zane. The clothing is best described as " Hawaiian Chic".
6. Discount Fabric Warehouse
Discount Fabric Warehouse is a warehouse that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. From the outside, this looks like any other warehouse. But once inside, you will soon discover an arts and crafts bonanza. Discount Fabric Warehouse has an incredible selection of fabrics at unbelievable prices.
5. Kawate Seed Shop
Kawate Seed Shop sells shaved ice in Hilo, Hawaii. Patrons can azuki, condensed milk, or ice cream to their shaved ice for a very tasty treat. There are around 12 flavors in all.
4. Hilo Hattie
Hilo Hattie is a souvenir shop that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. It sells many of the common souvenirs, such as his and hers Hawaiian print shirts, that visitors to Hawaii have come to expect. Upon entering, you will be given free guava juice, and a complimentary lei.
3. Ken's House of Pancakes
Ken's House of Pancakes is a restaurant that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. It is the only restaurant in the town that never closes. That's right. It is open 24 hours a day. They have a large and varied menu, so you will surely find something nice to eat.
2. Shooters
Shooters is a club that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. It is well known for its inexpensive drinks and very attractive staff. It is within walking distance of most of the town's hotels.
1. Hilo Bay Hale
Hilo Bay Hale is a bed & breakfast that is located in Hilo, Hawaii. It is a beautiful place to stay. It is actually a plantation home that dates back to 1912. It has been fully restored to its original state. Featured here are private lanaii and baths, streams, a koi pond, and stunning views of Hilo Bay.


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If you're moving out, you need to make sure you take care of all the things that you're responsible for as a tenant so there won't be problems later on. In this guide, we'll also give you some pointers on what you can do to get your security deposit back, as well as what the law says your landlord can and cannot do. Be aware of your rights!
30 Days Notice to Landlord
– For either month-to-month or end of the term lease, a 30 days notice to the landlord is almost always required.
– Request a walk through with the landlord or manager, and document the conditions of the rental unit.
– Make sure the landlord/ manager knows where he/she can send the reminder of the security deposit (a forwarding address).
Getting your Security Deposit back
In California, the landlord needs to send the deposit, or an itemized list along with the rest of the security deposit, to the tenant within 21 days. According to Civil Code 1950.5, if the tenant does not receive either within three weeks, he/she may sue for up to $600 in punitive damages for ?bad faith? retention.
Itemized Statements – If the landlord deducts from your security deposit, he/she needs to send the tenant an itemized statement, a detailed listing of the reasons for deduction. The statement should be detailed and exact.
Security Deposits, according to Civil Code 1950.5 can be used for?
1. Compensation for a tenant?s default in rent payments
2. Repair of damages to the premised caused by the tenant, beyond ordinary ?wear and tear?
3. Cleaning of premises, if necessary, upon termination of tenancy
4. If the agreement allows, to restore, replace, or return personal property (such as keys)
Final inspection
After the tenant has moved his/her belongings out and cleaned up the rental unit, he/she should arrange a final inspection. It is recommended that the tenant is present, and documents the condition of the rental unit along with the landlord.
If possible, sign a checklist agreeing upon the condition of the unit or take pictures and have witnesses
Ending Tenancy Early
If you wish to end your tenancy early, you cannot simply decide to stop paying your rent and leave – With the exception of inhabitability, evictions and certain other arrangements, California Law requires that the tenant breaking the lease early must make every effort to lessen loss on the part of the landlord, and is responsible for paying any losses that the landlord occurs as a result of your electing to end your tenancy early. Here are some different methods you can use to attempt to end your tenancy early.
1. Assignment: Contract is transferred from Tenant A to Tenant B
– New tenant is directly responsible to landlord for payment or rent, damage to unit, and any other lease provisions
– Old tenant retains liability for any remaining rent under the terms of the lease, as well as any failure on the party of the new tenant to fulfill obligations (unless there is a novation)
– A Novation is a written agreement between the landlord and the original tenant which absolves the latter of all future liability in the event of an assignment
Landlord can require prior consent, or forbid the practice altogether, in the rental agreement
2. Subletting: Tenant wishes to temporarily vacate and lease unit to sub-tenant
– Original tenant retains all liability for the unit
– Sub-tenant accountable only to the original tenant (the ?master-tenant?)
– The master tenant may not charge the sub-tenant a higher rent than he/she is paying the landlord
– Landlord can require prior consent, or forbid the practice altogether, in the rental agreement.
3. Breaking the Lease: Alternative to assignment for tenant who wishes to move out prior to expiration of fixed-term lease
– Mitigation of Damages (Civil Code 1951.2): Tenant is only responsible for landlord?s actual losses. A landlord must show that he/she made reasonable efforts to minimize his/her losses.
Find a replacement tenant to minimize losses. If you do everything possible to find a new tenant (flyer, show the apartment, talk to potential tenants, etc) and compile list of potential tenants, then you lessen the impact and cost to the landlord, thereby saving you money also. Landlords can only reject potential tenant for a commercially valid reason (credit check)
– Lock-in Provision (Civil Code 1951.4)
Landlord is not required to mitigate damages and a tenant is still liable if the rental agreement clearly states:
1. That the landlord will not unreasonably restrict the ability of the tenant to assign or sublet; and
2. That the landlord intends to use the remedy as provided by this law.


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Dalia Ziada, Egypt Director of the American Islamic Congress, talks with Soledad O'Brien on opportunities for women in Egypt after the Arab Spring. She also talks about being honored at the Women in the World summit.
See more of her interview here.
Oops...Almost forgot.... Viva Soledad!!
Hard to believe Rita Moreno is 80! She looks great. Soledad, as usual, great show!
Does Georgetown Univ"s health insurance plan cover Viagra but not birth control pills? Most insurance policies will pay for Viagra. Now how does that make any sense/ Birth control pills actually do provide hormones for problems unrelated to having sex but what is any other benefit for Viagra? So the Catholic health plans are paying for sex!


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Chicago musicians make debut on Box Factory stage
Chicago musicians make debut on Box Factory stage - Unwrapped at the Box presents The Jared Rabin Band in concert Friday, January 25 at 8:30 pm
Making their first appearance on the Box Factory stage, please join us in welcoming the Jared Rabin Band!
FRIDAY, January 25th
8:30 pm // doors open at 8:00
General admission $10
Jared Rabinis a multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter, a veteran of the Chicago music scene and no stranger to the stage, the studio and the road. Jared started learning music at age five from his grandfather, who was the first chair violinist for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Jared became a proficient multi-instrumentalist, went on to study jazz composition and has traveled the world performing an array of music. He is fluent in a wide range of musical styles on guitar, mandolin and violin.
Jared's debut record, "Something Left to Say," was called "An Americana masterpiece" by American Songwriter Magazine. The title track won First Place Folk Song in the 2016 USA Songwriting Competition, and the self-produced record reached #15 on the Roots Music Report Americana Radio charts after receiving nationwide airplay.
Jared's latest EP, "Wondering About the Weather," came out May 11 2018. Midwest Action called it "unabashedly honest and warm, nothing short of a great album."
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Chelsea and Paul were married on a dreamy day at Lighthouse Point Park a few weeks back! Their day was everything we thought it would be and so much more thanks to the talent and hard work of the ladies at Creative Concepts by Lisa. Everything was smooth, fluid, and there couldn't have been any more ease in being able to take amazing photos on this gorgeous beach. It all came together beautifully from start to finish.
Chelsea and Paul are had bucket loads of emotion, joy, beauty and FUN during their reception. It was probably one of the more relaxing celebrations we've seen where everyone was clearly having the best time of their lives. The dance floor was packed thanks to Geoff and Grace – just scroll through to see for yourself! These are just a handful of our favorites!
Some fine details of the day and the who's and who of how it came together:
Reception: Lighthouse Point Park
Ceremony: Lighthouse Point Park
Portrait Location: Lighthouse Point Park
Wedding Planner and Coordinator: Creative Concepts by Lisa
Caterer: Fitzgerald's Fine Catering
Florist: Forget Me Not
Bridal shop: The Wedding Embassy
Dress: Maggie Sottero
Video: Kurt Garceau
DJ: Local Motion Entertainment – Geoff Pusko
Cake: JCakes
Rentals: Taylor Rental
Venue Director: Sabrina Bruno
Photography: Hubert & Alka
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Cladosporium is a genus of fungi including some of the most common indoor and outdoor molds. Species produce olive-green to brown or black colonies, and have dark-pigmented conidia that are formed in simple or branching chains. The many species of Cladosporium are commonly found on living and dead plant material. Some species are plant pathogens, others parasitize other fungi. Cladosporium spores are wind-dispersed and they are often extremely abundant in outdoor air.
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We met at Atlanta Bread in Greenville. It was such a sweet time of getting to know each other. I think LC and MMM enjoyed each other too!
Mason and I had a little Mom & Me photoshoot before Dawn and LC arrived.
LC and MMM loved each other from afar mostly. :)
Dawn and MMM; He tried to give her a little smooch.
I loved this sweet girl! Isn't her shirt cute!?!
Those girls wore MMM out!


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Fred Bowden interview: Early years
I was born in Swansea in 1920. My father was a dock labourer. I went to school in Dan-y-Graig Elementary School from the age of 5 to 13. We moved down to the country round Gower, Gower Peninsula when I was 13. I went to a country school till I was 14. The standard in that country school was lower than the town school so I could do little during that last year, so I spent my time helping out with the art aspect of that school. Such as I could do. The school inspector came round and suggested that art might be a future career for me but the headmaster put it to him that the family circumstances precluded that road. In the event I left school and I became a farm labourer for one year.


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Weekends these days always seem to be accompanied by inclement weather! But at least its only us that get irritated by it. The birds just carry on with their lives and do what birds must do. It's not pleasant birding in wind and rain and the photography is more difficult but quite often surprises occur when the elements are at their worst. Saturday morning was frankly, quite horrible with persistent light rain and drizzle and with a very cold wind blowing. So the only place to be then was that most windswept, bleak and unforgiving place, Farmoor reservoir!
Having parked up and (not) enjoyed watching the dreich (love that Scottish word) waft over the windscreen, we togged up and made our way up to the reservoir. The sight that greeted us was astounding. There were literally thousands upon thousands of swifts, swallows, house and sand martins all feeding low over the water. They carpeted both basins and resembled the swarm of flies that so annoyed us a few weeks back. The mass of birds were obviously newly arrived and answered the question as to where all the swallows and swifts were this year since most of them were here! Or so it seemed. My best estimate would be over 3000 swallows, 2500 house martins and 2500 sand martins with maybe as many as a 1000 swifts. But to be honest it was impossible to count them and that may be a crazy overestimation! The birds were literally everywhere you looked. I have never seen so many in one place! I just wish I could have got a wide angle photo to document the scene but the 400mm prime just doesn't do it justice.
As we walked along the causeway many birds and particularly the swifts were tearing up and down in pursuit of nourishment. I've no idea what they were catching in such cold conditions since I couldn't see any flies of any description. Often there would be a whoosh of air as a swift passed just inches away from your head! One swift managed to navigate right between myself and Mrs Caley and we were only a couple of feet apart! In teenager speak; it was a totally awesome experience. I set about trying to capture some of the swifts but it was very tricky to say the least not being helped by the rain and poor light.
|swifts (by name and by nature!)
Swallows and martins were somewhat easier to track and observe since they fly much more slowly compared to the swifts but despite much searching I couldn't find any of the much coveted red-rumped swallows or anything out of the ordinary.
|house martin
|grasshopper warbler
|great skuas (in the mist)
|skuas (at rest on F2)
|bonxies away!
|tired swallows (thanks to Jim for use of photo)
|house martin
|sand martin and swallows
|swift (with eye on the fly!)
|dunlin "schinzii"
|dunlin "schinzii" front, "alpina" behind
|dunlin "alpina"
|common sandpiper
|common tern
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Zach Callison Showcases Theatrical Side In Latest EP 'A Picture Perfect Hollywood Heartbreak'
Review by Jamie Glenn
"The show's about to start, don't be late!"
Zach Callison has finally released his full length EP A Picture Perfect Hollywood Heartbreak! After the three leading singles "War," "She Don't Know" and "Curtain Call" were unveiled earlier this year, the latest effort from Callison hits listeners with a theatrical, rap influenced, jazz heavy EP that is full of fun on the run.
A Picture Perfect Hollywood Heartbreak may be a tongue twisting title, but it embodies the characteristics of a theatrical album and offers fun and emotion for those who listen to it. The opening track, "Phantom Love" asks listeners to "step inside the life of the man weak enough to follow you." This song emphasizes a desire for another that isn't felt in return. The upbeat backdrop of this track sets a specific tone aside longing lyrics that play with the ears and minds of listeners far and wide.
"I wanted A Picture Perfect Hollywood Heartbreak to be a time capsule of my coming-of-age in the LA entertainment scene. I had a need for a project that recorded the progression of emotions and situations I found myself facing after being set adrift post-love and sans purpose while being under [the] intense scrutiny of public image; the ongoing story that moves with the tracklist was designed in chronological order to mimic real-life experiences. As a result, it's simultaneously a call for help, a rallying cry, and intensely personal to me," says Callison.
Every other track on this record is presented as an interlude of instrumentals and offers moments of breathing room for listeners to relax and take everything in. This is where fans will really be able to hear Zach Callison's strongest moments of growth in between the header hitting tracks of the record. Proving that even though Zach Callison may be new to the game, he does have a few awesome tricks up his sleeve instrumentally.
"Nightmare" comes next in the EP and hits listeners with an emotion that can only be described as a mix between sadness and anger, especially with moments like, "boy versus brain, white noise versus the sane, white noise is the same." This track could really ring deep for some listeners given its intimacy and subjects of mental illness. The backdrop female vocals offered alongside a drum beat and guitar is beautiful and fearless all at the same time. "Nightmare" is what listeners would want to find in the middle of an action movie sequence, it's heavy highlighting with raw and humanizing vocals, much like what is presented in the Netflix series Sense8.
Moments in "Curtain Call" allows listeners to hear a Zach Callison that showcases his roots and a beautiful side of himself. This track also offers a layer of secondary vocals for those who may not know the language translations that are sung throughout the song.
Though this album as a whole is good, the track, "She Don't Know" is where Zach Callison shines the brightest, finding the perfect balance between his lyrical, theater style. Not to mention this track echoes the hunger of love and lust in a way that will have listeners hungry for more. In lyrics like, "They say it all kills with thrills and I hope it does." This track is the most complete and fun of the batch within the EP.
Zach Callison is the perfect mix between what some may recognize as a "Death of a Bachelor" style Brendon Urie with his theatrical content while managing to still carry a Mac Miller smooth lyrical style with his catchy secondary rap moments. A Picture Perfect Hollywood Heartbreak shows a Zach Callison that is the kind of guy you want playing to pick you up or just to have fun when something's got you down.
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Detailed below are policies for cancellation of appointments, lateness and technology issues for all coaching/mentoring sessions.
Booking Policy
To secure your booking, sessions must be paid for in full at least 5 working days in advance. Please try to leave 15 mins following your sessions, in case we over-run for any reason. I do like to share gems so want you to get the maximum value from our time together.
Please ensure you arrive on time for your appointment, whether this is for a face-to-face session or virtually. Time has been blocked out for your session and I will have pre-planned specific things to be covered during that time. Arriving late at a session may mean that we aren't able to cover everything required. I reserve the right to shorten the length of the appointment in order to stay on schedule for my other clients, or to reschedule the booking. If lateness occurs on more than two occasions I reserve the right to cancel the sessions completely. No refunds will be given.
Please always let me know if you are running late. If you do not arrive for your session at all, whether in person/online, I will log the session as a "DNA" – Did Not Attend and your session will be forfeited.
Cancellation Policy
If you have pre-paid for a session and would like to cancel that session.I have a 12-hour, no exception cancellation policy. This means if you're sick, stuck in traffic, or called in late and it means you have to miss our session you will forfeit it. I also hold myself to this same standard, so if I get sick, stuck in traffic or have to miss a session within 12-hours of the start time, I will gift you a complimentary 1-hour coaching session. Scheduled appointments are time reserved especially for you. And usually if you cancel at the last minute the reserved spot can not be rescheduled.
Sessions that are "DNA" (Did not attend) with no notice of cancellation are charged the full amount of the session and cannot be rebooked.
Technology Issues
Things break, I get it! If for any reason we aren't able to hold our call due to technology then we will reschedule the booking. Love technology as I do, sometimes things just go a bit wonky. We use Zoom only for all meetings, I no longer use Skype. If for any reason that method fails then it may mean that the session will need to be held by phone only. Failing that we can reschedule. Refunds will not be made as there is a phone option and the cancellation policy still applies.
Package Duration Policy
Packages must be used within their time frame and at the very latest, 3-months from the start date, unless otherwise agreed before the package was purchased. All appointments must be booked and held before the expiry date. If for any reason you cannot take all of your sessions, they are non-refundable and non-transferrable. There are no refunds offered for expired appointments.
When coaching/mentoring goes on over a longer period of time I cannot guarantee the results will be as good, as momentum is part of the success.
Thank you for respecting our time together.
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It's typical. I decide to delay the news for one day, and then EA amongst others drop multiple bombs at the GamesCom conference in Germany. Oh well, means I've got more to write about – and believe me, this stuff is sehr gut (very good, as the Germans would say). Let's crack on:
- The most pertinent thing to discuss is Battlefield 3, and how it has played a massive trump card today. After announcing the addition of co-op gameplay (which seem to be missions separate from the main storyline retaining all the features of normal gameplay) and demonstrating a mission live to the GamesCom audience, they showed off some frankly unbelievable multiplayer footage: the amount of stuff going on in the video is crazy, featuring your standard gun and run action, but with plenty of tanks and other vehicles to keep you occupied.
And jets. So many jets.
I'm sorry, but I defy anyone to not watch that and say that DICE's effort is more than worthy as a challenge to Modern Warfare 3.
- Bioware were determined not to be beaten by DICE however, and demonstrated a new gameplay video (the first in a series it seems) of Mass Effect 3, where we see Shepard, Liara and Garrus taking on a team of Cerberus operatives. The immediate things to note – Shepard's ability to issue orders seems to have improved, as evidenced by actively telling his squad mates to move behind a wall; the gun sights and their fire patterns have been changed, indicating this will be an even more gun heavy game than the second instalment; Shepard can use the Omnitool to deliver destructive damage at close range, and enemies now interact differently with your squad. For example, we see a mech picking Liara up, rendering her useless to the battle. Clever stuff. Shepard also throws a grenade at the finale of the video, indicating their return from the first game. You can watch the video via this link here.
- As promised last week, EA have released the date when FIFA 12 will be available in demo form. The all important date – September 13th, which falls on a Saturday; allowing you plenty of time to get stuck in (unless you have a weekend job…like most footballers ironically). They also released a trailer once again highlighting the new trinity of features being heavily pushed for this edition, such as precision dribbling and tactical defending. The trailer does give off the briefest glimpse of career mode however, and the transfer deadline day dynamic within the mode – looks like they've sorted out the news bar at least. Best be selling off those copies of FIFA 11 then if you want to get some value in the disc before its too late.
- In a surprise move, EA had more FIFA news, in the form of a reboot for the FIFA Street series. The original set of three games was released on the last generation of consoles but performed poorly both in sales and critical review. Perhaps by borrowing some elements of FIFA 12's engine, the game can be improved.
- The reboot for SSX has been forgotten by a few people in light of all the great games coming this winter, but it hasn't stopped EA trying something new out. In Explore mode, it you set a personal best time, the game will record a ghost copy of your run and let your friends automatically see it – an intriguing concept. You can also get notifications of beating other times through an iPhone application.
- Hideo Kojima's Twitter account has been a hive of information recently. After confirming that the special editions of MGS2 and MGS3, Substance and Subsistence respectively, will be the games used in the upcoming HD collection and posting an image that all but confirms Zone Of The Enders on 3DS, Kojima turned his attention to the delayed Metal Gear Solid 3DS game, demonstrating a new camouflage creation tool. Basically, you use the camera on the 3DS to take pictures, and then scan them into the game for Snake to wear while he crawls around the jungle. Its really nice integration with the 3DS, and no doubt some hilarious and very inappropriate camouflage is going to come as a result of it.
- Bethesdahave released new photographs from the upcoming Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, showing off the faces of the races that you will able to play as come November 11th. It's good to see the game's overall graphical upgrade has been applied to the character models, which look very classy indeed (just look at the muscles on the Nord warrior). I think I'll be picking Argonians and Khajiit for the first of my many predicted playthroughs.
- It has been said many times in the past, but it requires repetition every time: Suda 51, you are one crazy bastard. His latest idea for a game, Lollipop Chainsaw, has had its debut trailer, and features the cheerleading protagonist eliminating many a zombie into rainbows and bright colours using her trusty chainsaw. I'm lost for words on this one, check it out yourselves.
- Epic Games have been talking quite a bit recently about their upcoming blockbuster, Gears Of War 3. After confirming the addition of four player co-op in story mode (HALLEJUAH), they released 20 minutes of footage from the game, showing off one of the early levels where you take control of the one and only Augustus Cole – The Cole Train – has he visits his wrecked home town in search of supplies. The video shows quite a few of the new nasty mutated Locust enemies (and their subsequent deaths by bullets, explosions or Lancer chainsaw), as well as showing off two new cast members, some hidden Easter eggs, new control mechanisms, and the ever present sharp and witty script we expect from a Gears game. The game will also support stereoscopic 3D, one of only a few titles that has the feature on the Xbox 360. The gameplay footage is accessible by this link.
- Turn 10 studios have been busy adding the final bits of spit and polish to Forza Motorsport 4. Today at GamesCom they released a video showing off the Hockenheim track in Germany in all its glory, and also a terrific look into how they managed to put the real life track in the game, using military standard GPS equipment to map the circuit and its bumps and over 10,000 photos for the artists to make the game world from. Clearly, they know what they are doing, and it will no doubt keep the excellent Forza series going strong as ever.
- Halo Combat Evolved: Anniversary has already had a fair bit of exposure, 343 Industries still want to appease the fans and sceptics though. Today they showed off some of the multiplayer gameplay, showing the classic Damnation map running on the Halo Reach engine. It isn't quite as exciting as seeing the Silent Cartographer running in HD, but Reach has proven itself to have a very solid multiplayer, so I'm sure it will suit the classic maps just fine.
- Sony have announced there will be a new version of the PSP launching this Autumn for a RRP of 99 Euros. It will not have Wi-Fi, but can play every PSP game available. One last ditch attempt to get sales up before the Vita?
I would wager that there is plenty more yet to come out of GamesCom, so I'll keep my eyes peeled. Also, a quick note to say my next review, Final Fantasy 13, will be ready sometime this week.
P.S I have just passed 4,000 views for my blog. Thank you very much for all the views, it makes me feel good that people are taking something, if very little, from the site and it gives great incentive to keep writing.


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How to Use ADFS to Implement Single Sign-On for an ASP.NET MVC Application
With Azure's Access Control service retiring next month, I needed to find another way to use an on-premise Active Directory account without changing the current login process I already set up. Without using any complex code logic, I leveraged Microsoft's Single Sign-On (SSO) on my existing ASP.NET MVC web application.
Thanks to Microsoft's Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS), implementing Single Sign-On (SSO) is now a whole lot easier!
Here is my solution to implement SSO using ASP.NET MVC, AD FS and the On-Premise Active Directory account.
AD FS is an enterprise-level identity and access management service. Because it runs as a separate service, any application that supports WS-Federation and Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) can leverage this authentication service.
Where to use this solution?
This article shows how to use an on-premise Active Directory account services to securely login a domain user on an external ASP.NET MVC application. This eliminates the need to create and maintain different login credentials for different applications. This solution can also be used in desktop and mobile applications.
Here, I used a preconfigured AD FS Single Sign-On. Before I created the ASP.NET MVC application, I added our URL as a "Relying Party Trust" on the server where the AD FS is configured. If this is running on a client machine, ask a system admin to perform the steps below.
Adding a Relying Party Trust
Log into the server where AD is installed. Open the Server Manager Dashboard. Under Tools choose AD FS Management.
Choose Add Relying Party Trust
Click Start.
Choose the option "Enter data about relying party manually" and click "Next"
Add the display name as "Example Enterprise AD FS" and click Next/
Choose the "AD FS profile "option and click Next.
Click Next.
Click Next.
Under Relying party trust identifier add your application's website. Click Add and then click Next.
The website needs to have an SSL certificate and https as the navigation path. The AD FS will only communicate through https context. For demo purposes, we have an IIS Express development certificate.
Click Next.
Click Next.
Click Next.
Close the wizard.
In the new popup window, click "Add Rule."
Choose the Claim rule template as "Send LDAP Attributes as Claims" and click Next.
Add a Claim rule name (my example here is "Example Enterprise Claim")
Select "Active Directory" as the Attribute Store.
Configure the LDAP attributes to outgoing claim types. Add the above four LDAP attributes and their corresponding outing claim type.
Click Finish.
Set your website URL as the destination page. AD FS will need to redirect back after a successful domain account login.
On the AD FS Management window, expand Trust Relationships on the left side.
Click Relying Party Trusts. Right-click on your trust and open Properties.
Under the Endpoints tab, add a WS-Federation Passive Endpoint with your URL.
After a successful login, the data is encrypted by default. I needed a thumbprint of the client's SSL certificate that is used by AD FS. After receiving the thumbprint, I am now ready to configure the ASP.NET MVC application.
Configure the ASP.NET MVC Application
Open Visual Studio. Choose ASP.NET Web Application. Enter a project name (my example here is AD FS-Demo). Select a folder where you want to create the project.
Click OK. In the next screen, choose MVC as the project. Under Authentication, click Change Authentication and change the Authentication to Individual User Accounts.
Add the "Microsoft.Owin.Security.WsFederation" package. Installing this will also install its dependencies.
Under Solution Explorer, open the file "~/App_Start/Startup.Auth.cs" and add the following code.
The FederationMetadata.xml URL from the AD FS server. Wtrealm is the current website URL (i.e., https://www.example.com/).
The last option Wreply is used to call the DomainLogin method after successfully logging in from the AD FS server.
To read back claims from the server, add these claim identifiers in web.config.
<add key="ClaimsNameIdentifier" value="http://schemas.xmlsoap.org/ws/2005/05/identity/claims/nameidentifier" /> <add key="ClaimsUPNIdentifier" value="http://schemas.xmlsoap.org/ws/2005/05/identity/claims/upn" /> <add key="ClaimsEmailIdentifier" value="http://schemas.xmlsoap.org/ws/2005/05/identity/claims/emailaddress" />
To read data from the encrypted claims, add the following configuration setting in the web.config.
<system.identityModel> <identityConfiguration> <audienceUris> <add value="https://www.example.com/" /> </audienceUris> <issuerNameRegistry type="System.IdentityModel.Tokens.ValidatingIssuerNameRegistry, System.IdentityModel.Tokens.ValidatingIssuerNameRegistry"> <authority name="http://AD FS.server.com/AD FS/services/trust"> <keys> <add thumbprint="A8F1A0A474C8FF51F5B84945B6504813687733B8" /> </keys> <validIssuers> <add name=" http://AD FS.server.com/AD FS/services/trust" /> </validIssuers> </authority> </issuerNameRegistry> <!--certificationValidationMode set to "None" by the the Identity and Access Tool for Visual Studio. For development purposes.--> <certificateValidation certificateValidationMode="None" /> </identityConfiguration> </system.identityModel>
On the website, navigate to the login page. Now you'll see Federation under External Logins. After a successful login, the claims can be retrieved in back in code by using the below line.
var claimsIdentity = (ClaimsIdentity)Thread.CurrentPrincipal.Identity;
You can verify the user's identity with the claims.
After setting these values, execute the application and navigate to the login page.
Click the Federation button. This will navigate to the AD FS server.
Using a valid domain account, login to the AD FS. You will navigate back to the application. The application contains the claims email, name and other data. Use this data to sign in and navigate to the home screen!


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I remember when I first seen these on Lupe's myspace page. My mouth dropped, I love these kicks. I think the concept is just beautiful. And now they're in Silver! These Ato Matsumoto Cow Hide Boots are becoming very popular. A lot of people recognize Kanye for breaking them over here in the states when he donned a pair for his Stronger video. For 2008 the Japanese designer will be dropping these three fresh colorways. Me being a fan of High Tops, and a fan of straps, it doesn't get too much better than these. But at a price of 30,450Yen, which is about $305 USD, these cost a pretty penny.
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Im happy that they won, they really deserved it. This dance crew has inspired at lot of people and developed a "cult" like following among fans. I don't really watch too much T.V. especially reality and contest type shows but I had to check out what the fuss was about and I was really impressed. They did there thing. Big up to the the JABBAWOCKEEZ…(love that name…reminds me of my star wars days.)
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Its crazy because I was just listening to Million Dollar Baby 2…
This is the full report from missinfo.tv
Last night, I got word that Max B had been attacked at a used car dealership in Queens and targeted for a diamond-studded watch.
This morning, birdie hit me to say that Max B had been shot.
This afternoon, an insider assured me that Max was "ok," and that he had no comment about the possibility that he was shot. However, Max did insist that he was not robbed.
Early this evening, a woman who introduced herself as Max B's publicist, reached out to clarify that Max B was indeed shot, and was apparently, in critical condition.
Joli Adore says her client, Max, was shot twice last night. Once in the arm, once in the side. And that he fled the scene, sought medical attention but then opted to go home, rather than stay in a hospital. She emphasized the fact that he is currently in critical condition (which doesn't seem safe or sterile). When I asked if the shooting was related to those earlier attack reports, Max (via Joli) said that the incident happened in Long Island, not Queens, and again denied that he was robbed. Max did want to assure his fans that he is alive and said, "look out for Domain Pain, the mixtape."
The whole situation still seems pretty murky, given that there are conflicting accounts about the altercation. Not to mention, how can you be in critical condition…at the crib? That's downright deadly!
But, for better or more likely for worse, I think we'll be hearing/seeing more on this situation soon.
Is anyone looking at the endgame here? All this violence is not the move.
Shout out to Tay for putting this in a facebook note, had me rollin.
Behind the scenes of the GQ shoot.
Miss Nicki is back with another mixtape called Sucka Free, and as you can see the promo for it is crazy. A little "Hardcore" anyone?? I try not to get caught up in her looks because aside that she really impresses me on the mic but with promotion like this its hard not to. I copped her last mixtape "Playtime is over" and it was dope. If you get a chance to check that one out, check out my favorite tracks Dreams '07 and Click Clack.
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This 5-pound, 11-inch-tall android is called ApriPoko, and is capable of learning how to control electronics by watching you and asking questions about your behavior. When you use an infrared device, the robot senses the signal and asks the user "What did you just do?" If you say something akin to "I turned on the TV," it will commit the command to memory, and you can operate those functions by voice. Now thats something every couch potato should have.


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Cyclists are taking to the roads for day 3 of Prudential Ride London
Thousands of cyclists are taking to the streets of Surrey and West London today for the fifth edition of Prudential Ride London.
Riders are taking part in variety events including the Surrey 100, the Surrey 46 and the Surrey Classic.
It starts off at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park before heading into Surrey at Hampton Court.
Riders will head west as far as Ripley and East Clandon, before returning to the capital via Surrey Hills on the Mall.
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The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Founder, Victoria L Collier, Suggests A Change Of Scenery For Adult Caregiver Children And Their Aging Parent(s)
Estate & Asset Protection Attorney, Victoria Collier talks about how exciting travel can be for an aging parent and how adult children caregivers can also benefit from a change of scenery while enjoying time with their parent..
DECATUR, GA, May 24, 2019: Victoria L. Collier, founder of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on her law firm's website entitled "Planning A Vacation With An Aging Parent." Ms. Collier advocates the benefits of traveling with parents and encourages making sure all legal paperwork is up-to-date prior to traveling.
Collier writes, "Travel is one of life's most rewarding activities and it appeals to all ages." "For seniors," she adds, "travel is even more exciting because it gets them out of their often-lonely day-to-day lives. Even for those with early onset Alzheimer's, travel can still be an enjoyable experience that is looked forward to with excitement."
As Collier points out, "Sometimes the adult children who are caregivers to an aging parent have limited time and can accomplish double duty when taking a vacation together with the parent(s). With summer coming, it's a great time to consider getting your parent out and about and getting a little change of scenery for yourself."
"If you are thinking about getting mom or dad/mom and dad out for an adventure this summer," writes Collier, "be sure to plan with their needs in mind. Consider their interests first, then their mobility, their mental and emotional capacity and other medical needs in the equation." She further elaborates, "Also be aware that there are some destinations and forms of travel that are much better suited for seniors than others. I came across a great article that highlights some destinations throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe that you can check out here."
As Collier states, "Sometimes family obligations determine where you'll be going with your aging parent. The birth of a grandchild or great grandchild, a wedding, a graduation or simply enjoying an intergenerational vacation could mean that the specific needs of your aging parents are not going to be the priority." "If that is the situation," says Collier, "you'll want to research the details of the location and make sure that their needs can be accommodated. And, you certainly don't want them to miss out on the event even if the circumstances are less than ideal. Missing out could be a source of depression for your parent. Your parent may not be able to participate in all the activities, but with appropriate planning should be able to enjoy the company of their many family members."
The entire article can be read at https://www.elderlawgeorgia.com/articles/planning-a-vacation-with-an-aging-parent/
About Victoria Collier
Victoria L. Collier, CELA founded The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier, P.C. to serve the legal needs of seniors when their health care needs increase. Victoria is also Co-Founder of Collier Scott Financial Solutions, LLC. At both firms WE BELIEVE that people should not have to lose everything they've worked a lifetime to earn and that every person is an individual who deserves respect and the highest quality of life possible, regardless of age or ability.
Victoria enlisted in the U.S. Air Force during Desert Storm, 1989-1995, and also served in the U.S. Army Reserves, 1Lt. 2001-2004, JAG Corps. Victoria is a national expert on the VA Wartime Pension for veterans and their widows who need additional assistance with activities of daily living and helping them qualify for and receive tax-free income from the VA to pay for it. Victoria graduated from Valdosta State University with a B.A. in Psychology and then University of Nebraska, College of Law. In 2014, Victoria was awarded with the Alumni Master Award from the University of Nebraska.
Victoria is a Certified Elder Law Attorney through The National Elder Law Foundation and has been named as the only attorney in Georgia as "Fellow" of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). Victoria was appointed by Governor Perdue to the Georgia Council on Aging, 2010 – 2016 and was awarded Dekalb County Veteran of the Year, 2013. She is the author of 47 Secret Veterans Benefits for Seniors; Paying for Long Term Care – Financial Help for Wartime Veterans: The VA Aid & Attendance Benefit. Victoria has co-authored several books: Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning, Don't Go Broke in a Nursing Home, and Protect Your IRA: Avoid the 5 Common Mistakes. Most notably, Victoria co-authored the National Best Seller, The Road to Success, with Jack Canfield, author of Chicken Soup for the Soul series.
About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm
The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Victoria Collier has grown her law practice and financial services practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.


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