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|Seoul Fur Fashion Show Angers Animal Rights Activists
|by Tom McGregor
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Animal Rights activists from all over the world were expressing outrage on Thursday during the Fendi 2011 Fall/Winter runway show at the "Floating Island,' a newly-opened cluster of three artificial islands on the Han River in
South Koreans are the world's largest consumers of fur clothing. Demonstrators greeted every visitor to the event with a chant of "shame on you."
The Joong Ang Ilbo reports that, "more than 100 animal rights activists lined up on both sides of the road leading to the venue several hours before the show began at 8:20 p.m. They were surrounded by a nearly equal number of security guards in sleek black suits."
Some of the demonstrators were holding picket signs that read, "No Fur." A dozen elementary school students, among the protestors, were observed screaming, "furs are cruel! We hate Fendi!." A few activists held pictures of brutally-skinned animals, some others brought their own dogs (South Koreans eat dogs as a delicacy), and many of them chose to say, "shame on you," in a low whisper to each and everyone of the glamorously-dressed quests.
According to the Joong Ang Ilbo, "'Furs are no longer objects to be acquired and people in other countries are increasingly disgusted by them,' said Cho Hee-kyung, a representative of the Korean Society for Animal Freedom. 'That worldwide trend has yet to arrive in
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written by Rick , June 05, 2011
I can't believe that anyone still wears fur, after they've repeatedly been made aware of the ethical problems associated with it. China is the world 's largest exporter of fur clothing to the US and dog and cat fur is deliberately mislabeled so that it can be sold to unsuspecting Americans-- the same China who cut safety corners to sell us contaminated pet food, lead-painted toys, melamine in flour, etc., is also selling us fur from animals that have been skinned alive (it's cheaper that way). This is not an issue that concerns only animal rights advocates. Everyone from Pink to Paul McCartney has denounced fur. Even if you put aside the ethical problems and the cruelty, fur is so out-dated. Women who wear fur look like my old grandma going to her weekly bingo game. YUCK!!!
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The benefits of analytics
What to expect as you develop your organisation's predictive capability
An effective application of predictive analytics can help your organisation to become much more customer-focused. Predictive analytics can give you a much deeper understanding of your customers – how they behave, what motivates them, and how to keep them interested. By bringing together customer data from multiple sources you'll be able to reap many benefits.
Efficient customer acquisition – use what you know of your existing customers to predict accurately which of your leads are most likely to convert
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From chatbots to digital payments, there's a world of new technologies that are changing the way people travel and the tourism sector. As the Lisbon Tourism Summit approaches, let's dive right into the main trends changing the business.
Chatbots and Conversational Interfaces
Chatbots are experiencing an extensive hype with good reason! Chatbots allow travelers to directly interact with travel agents in a trusted manner, before and while traveling. It creates a customized communication that enhances the customer experience, builds trust and increases retention rates while reducing costs dramatically.
The maturing development of conversational interfaces holds the potential for a far more advanced level of bots in the near future, though it is expected they will cooperate with human travel agents instead of fully replacing them.
Who's already using this tech?
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DESTYGODestygo stands apart from other chatbot builders by creating a conversational artificial intelligence platform specialized for the travel industry. Only a year old — and a graduate of International Airlines Group (IAG)'s Hangar 51 accelerator — the company already builds chat and voice assistants for companies, such as travel management company Carlson Wagonlit Travel and Iberia Airlines.
Artificial Intelligence
For customers, AI simplifies travel decisions, shortens the time of purchase, and enhances personalized offerings throughout the entire travel lifecycle.
For travel agents, automating low priority tasks frees up time of the human workforce which then can be used to add further value. Offering accurate travel recommendations such as alternative travel dates, destinations and local sightseeing options based on previous searches or bookings boosts customer loyalty and results in repeated sales.
Who's already using this tech?
JourneraJournera provides a suite of APIs for travel companies to connect to the Journera platform. As data is published to Journera, their algorithms detect matches and initiate the flow of travel events for that shared customer's trip. When your customer's trip changes - say a new component is booked or a disruption occurs - they immediately deliver those events to you and your Journera partners.
Augmented Reality & Virtual Reality
AR and VR technologies take travel experiences further by demonstrating destinations ("try before you fly"), preserving historical landmarks, and even creating new attractions.
Augmented and Virtual Reality equip travel agents with the tools to highlight their unique selling points such as hotels or destinations.
By inviting visitors to be a part of the story it becomes the traveler's story – a journey that boosts engagement, ultimately culminating in a one-of-a-kind travel experience.
Who's already using this tech?
QuaQuaQuaQua, has leveraged Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technology to create the world's first virtual travel platform that maps end-to-end travel journeys. Today's consumers, mostly millennials are glued to their smartphones all the time, are more focused on experiences, and most want a sneak peek at a destination before traveling, to get a fair idea of what and how they're going to actually experience.
Mobile Travel
By today, mobile has turned into the latest sales channel for travel agents as travel pairs well with mobile devices, permitting passengers to continue and modify their journey once they have taken off. From cross-device service to personalized & data-driven search results, integration of travel information, as well as AR/VR apps and wearables, travel apps show an advantage in various areas.
Who's already using this tech?
LvjiAnyone who has traveled in China outside of its best-known cities knows that the amount of tourism information infrastructure is limited for Mandarin-speakers — let alone for international visitors. To fill the gap, Lvji has developed audio travel guides for mobile apps and electronic kiosks for destinations. Once the company has solved China's destination marketing problem, it will have learned enough to build products that could travel far and wide.
Digital Payment
The increase in digital payments comes down to three main lines of disruption: P2P payment applications, digital wallets (eWallets), and the rise of cryptocurrencies. While these technologies improve efficiency and convenience, gaining traveler's trust is still a challenge. When implementing these solutions, traditional and online travel agents need to be aware of these concerns to address them correctly.
Who's already using this tech?
Customize Travel
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Personalizing travel experiences starts with understanding traveler behavior and tailoring travels according to their needs. Similar to airlines, travel agents need to take care to provide their customer's personalized offers, genuinely created to meet their expectations.
KompasWith this app you'll no longer have to spend hours online searching for that perfect place. We'll show you hidden, unique, and independent gems, available at the tap of a finger. You can plan your day with itineraries based on your interests and location, designed to optimize your time and money.
User-Generated Content
Given the limitless amount of information available on the Internet today, travelers sometimes are overwhelmed by it. User-generated content, namely blog posts, social media shares, etc., is one way to turn this information into actionable insights.
Moreover, UGC is a powerful tool to give potential customers an authentic look at a travel agent's offerings. Besides contributing as an inspiration for wanderlust and increasing trust, user-generated content is an influential way to get in front of new target audiences.
Who's already using this tech?
live2leaveLive2Leave, adds a personal touch to a travel recommendations sector dominated by TripAdvisor in which the advice offered is often detached and generic. It does this through an app that lets travelers record their favorite spots, share their recommendations with friends and local experts, and search for tips in a given destination.
Web & App Travel Aggregators
Ready-made itineraries are to become a thing of the past due to the rising demand for personalized travel. Web and app-based travel aggregators come in a variety of formats. From the better-known flight, hotel and car aggregators to thematic tours, outdoor activities, luxury traveling and sustainable tourism, travel aggregators offer fully customizable travel experiences. Some aggregators expand their support throughout the entire trip, allowing travelers to change preferences during the trip or even fully planning how to spend their time at the desired destination.
Who's already using this tech?
HolidayenHolidayen is one web-based travel aggregator that has found its niche. The startup focuses on sightseeing tours, attraction tickets, and activities. With more than 100.000 booking options the meta-search engine provides travelers with an extensive overview of several destinations. Additionally, the platform allows users to save and revisit their activities at any time.
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The Hellyer Wind Farm is located to the north of the site.
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Ariana Grande Confirms 'Break Free' as Next Single
In a move that won't surprise Arianators, Ariana Grande announced on Twitter last night that 'Break Free' will be her next single. The song, produced by EDM superstar Zedd, does not have a release date yet, but Grande promised her fans that the song would be out "soon."
Grande tweeted the announcement with a playful picture of a creepy-looking alien.
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FRENCH QUARTER—A five-hour blockade of the RN7 in French Quarter ended at 12:15pm Wednesday following an hour-long emergency meeting on site between Gendarmerie, Collectivité and Préfecture officials, to address the issue of 13 fires occurring in French Quarter in the same area during the last two months.
Residents were protesting the lack of security in the district and demanded accountability and assurance that decisive action would be taken to prevent more incidents.
It was decided to implement extra Gendarmerie and Territorial Police patrols in the affected area immediately. It also emerged that one of three minors held recently as suspects, admitted to lighting one of the fires. Files of other suspects will be reviewed by the Prosecutor to see if their cases warrant transfer to juvenile correctional facilities.
French Quarter District representative Steven Patrick indicated the family who lost their home in the fire on Tuesday has been put up in a guest house by the Collectivité until alternative accommodation can be found.
The family of eight that was evicted on September 11 during the first demonstration about the fires is due to be re-located from their temporary accommodation in French Quarter to French Cul-de-Sac today Wednesday, Patrick said. According to Patrick, one of the children from this family is the minor that has been charged.


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Many people ask us how to market with television. Television marketing can be considered one of the most complex and costly forms of marketing to implement in your business plan if you are suggesting to market any further than your hometown. With television marketing, advertising campaigns can range from Direct-Television placement (DRTV), to product placement, to normal commercials and much, much more.
If your business plan calls for the placement of ads on television, you better get ready for a significant and regular expense on your Profit & Loss statement. You will probably contract with one or more companies and work through a series of processes in order to properly place your commercial. Your business plan will likely need to reflect an employee whose sole responsibility is to direct the production of your television ad campaign. Their first task will be to work with the management to retain a production company. The business should plan to work with the production company through several steps to develop the commercial including: project information gathering, creative development, pre-pre production, shot list and production estimate approval, pre-production, production, post production and editing, and mastering and duplication.
Depending upon the size of the marketing budget in the business plan and the geographic or demographic market you are targeting, will determine the process by which you air the commercial. Many businesses plan to use a media buying agent to purchase airing time across several channels/agencies. Media buying agents purchase ad time for your company. It is good to speak with a media buying agent about costs for specific marketing avenues before you add any type of national television advertising to the budget of your business plan.
If you are planning to place a television ad on a local level, the process is similar but on a much smaller scale. Also, rather than a media buying agent, you will most likely be contacting the station or agency direct. Either way, television advertising needs to be a very detail oriented and planned venture in your business plan in order for it to draw the revenue desired.


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Automation and Controls Today Features Manufacturing Journalist TR Cutler Profile of Level Sensing Methods
Ft. Lauderdale, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/10/2013 -- Industrial journalist, TR Cutler, is featured in the current issue of Automation & Controls Today magazine. The article entitled, "Level Sensing Methods Determine Best Sensor for Particular Applications" includes an in-depth exploration regarding the advantages and limitations in choosing the best sensor for a particular application.
Cutler reported, "Matching a level sensor with a particular application may seem relatively simple. The desired result is a matter of either switching/detection for dry-run and overflow protection, or continuous monitoring for process management."
The continuum from basic performance to "smart" sensors is rather straightforward. Tuning forks, optical prisms, and some capacitance sensors are restricted to switching applications. Other technologies work for both switching and measurement-laser, guided microwaves, ultrasonic, pressure, and float.
Dan Bruski, Level Sensor Product Manager at SICK noted, "These approaches continue to evolve with the introduction of new and enhanced products, the best way to ensure a full evaluation of available options-especially for unique or challenging applications-is via a collaboration involving the manufacturing system owner, machine builders, and technology suppliers. Thorough and thoughtful assessments of sensor technologies will lead to better decisions, resulting in better product quality and optimized production efficiency."
Given the increasingly competitive nature of the industrial marketplace, and a vigorous drive towards lean initiative (specifically minimizing inefficiencies and waste), no operation can afford processes that are merely "close enough." Dependability is also paramount if caustic or hazardous materials are involved.
About TR Cutler
Thomas R. Cutler is the President & CEO of Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based, TR Cutler, Inc., (http://www.trcutlerinc.com). Cutler is the founder of the Manufacturing Media Consortium including more than 4000 journalists, editors, and economists writing about trends in manufacturing, industry, material handling, and process improvement. Cutler is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, American Society of Business Publication Editors, and Committee of Concerned Journalists, as well as author of more than 500 feature articles annually regarding the manufacturing sector. Cutler is the most published freelance industrial journalist worldwide and can be contacted at email@example.com. Follow Thomas R Cutler on Twitter @ThomasRCutler.
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The exam was quite difficult. I didn't anticipate that it would cover the amount of material that it did. I was rushing to get through it and used every last second. The Collection of 1,000 Questions was really helpful and made studying more efficient. I should have purchased the Strategic Case Studies. If I could do it over again, I would start with the case questions. Time management was a crucial skill for the exam.


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Tuesday, February 17, 2009
The rules of the Blogger's Tag game are:
1. Put a link in your posting about the artist that tagged you.
2. Write 5 to 7 unusual things about yourself.
3. Tag 5 to 7 other bloggers and let them know.
Here are my 7 things:
1. I am my parents' youngest child. When I was born, I was not premature, but weighed only a little over 4 pounds.
2. When I was a kid, I used to take a bath with my pet frog. Needless to say, this practice was not very popular among my family members.
3. I read my favorite books over and over again, probably at least 6 times or until a new book by my favorite authors is published.
4. I go to the bathroom with my cat Hunter. Sometimes he asks me to go with him. :)
5. I lived in Provo, UT, for one year to work for a company to develop a computerized translation system. That was my only 9 to 5 job I have ever had and I hope to keep it that way.
6. I don't like driving, so my husband drives me everywhere, and I go everywhere he goes.
7. I always enjoyed traveling, but about 10 years ago, I developed a fear of flying. This was really bad because I was to visit my family in Japan once a year. I overcame my fear by forcing myself to take flights. So I understand and feel sorry for people who have a fear of flying.
I don't want to break the game rules, but decided to not tag anyone at this time. Instead, I recommend that you visit my blog followers who support me tremendously. Thank you!
14 comments:
- Gail H. Ragsdale said...
I no longer fly either. With both knees replaced and back fused, all the hardware sets off alarms. My last experience flying was not good either, very bad flight from Wisconsin to Louisville in horrible weather.
- February 18, 2009 at 3:14 AM
- Debra Keirce said...
You rebel! (Takes one to know one - I'm always breaking the rules too!) I don't mind flying, but I hate driving long distances. I wish I could get my hubby to drive me places!
- February 18, 2009 at 3:40 AM
- dominique eichi said...
I like the bath time with the frog. = )
- February 18, 2009 at 9:55 AM
- Mona Diane Conner said...
Thanks for sharing some more interesting things about yourself Akiko. It's admirable that you brave flying anyway for the sake of those key visits with your family.
I must admit that I enjoy re-reading favorite books too, and have favorite authors. Isn't it exciting when a new book comes out, and you just know it's going to be wonderful?!
- February 18, 2009 at 9:02 PM
- artbyakiko said...
Gail, I'm sorry about your knees and back. I have taken a pretty bad flight once. I tried to fall asleep while hearing screams here and there. :(
- February 18, 2009 at 9:53 PM
- artbyakiko said...
Deb, I know you are not good at keeping rules either. Glad that I'm not the only one. :D
- February 18, 2009 at 9:55 PM
- artbyakiko said...
Dominique, they are really fun. All they need is a small bucket and cold water. :)
- February 18, 2009 at 9:57 PM
- artbyakiko said...
Mona, I'm not brave. I just didn't know how to explain to my family because they don't have any phobia (good for them).
Yes, it's so exciting to get new books from my favorite authors! I also watch my favorite movies over and over again. lol
- February 18, 2009 at 10:04 PM
- James Parker said...
Not being the world's bravest flier, I just sit by the window and let my sense of awe overtake my sense of apprehension. Here in Costa Rica, if frogs are the only creatures to join me in the shower, I consider myself lucky. And, that is a 5 x 7 of Nancy.
- February 20, 2009 at 2:17 AM
- artbyakiko said...
James, it must be a beautiful view in Costa Rica. I would love to visit and see many different species of frogs. There must be many interesting creatures out there that would love to take shower with you! lol
- February 20, 2009 at 3:20 AM
- Art By Erika said...
LOL these stories sure made me smile and I'm not surprised AT ALL about the critter cute friendship with critters :) I bet you were so cute with that frog hahaha ok you are still cute today - but where's your frog? :)
- February 20, 2009 at 10:35 PM
- artbyakiko said...
Those frogs must be in heaven by now. However, about four years ago, I rescued several tadpoles from an isolated pool of water that was about to be dried up in a few days. They did grow up to be tiny tree frogs and I cared for them until they passed one by one. The last one went just a few months ago.
- February 20, 2009 at 11:29 PM
- Melody Lea Lamb said...
I loved reading the little tid bits about you Akiko! Thanks for the nice comments on my art and for playing along...(rules or no rules). :)
- February 24, 2009 at 3:14 AM
- artbyakiko said...
Mel thanks for your visit! It was fun!!
- February 24, 2009 at 12:48 PM


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Model Pixee Fox, has gone to the extreme to get her desired hourglass figure. Fox has reduced her waist to a mere 16 inches with a corset and believes she can eventually whittle that down to 14 inches in a record bid for the world's smallest waist, according to Bancroft TV.
Kathy Jung is the current Guinness World Record holder with a 15 inch corseted waist.
"Getting my ribs removed has always been a dream of mine," Fox, a native of Sweden who relocated to North Carolina, told Bancroft TV.
Inspired by Tinkerbell and Jessica Rabbit, Fox has reshaped much of her body and face through surgery. On her website she calls her journey a "living cartoon transformation." She has this message for her critics: "I don't care if you think it's too much, disgusting, inhumane, insane, stupid or dangerous. I know the consequences and I know the risks," she wrote on her Facebook wall. "We all want different with our life and that's the beautiful thing about it."


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As a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) or a Patient Care Associate (PCA) you will work under the supervision of the nursing department in a healthcare facility or a physician in an office.
As a HUC, you will transcribe doctors' orders, schedule diagnostic tests and treatments, assist in maintaining Electronic patient charts and managing related work-flow. Health Unit Coordinators are also referred to as Health Unit Clerks/Secretaries. Employment is found in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and physicians' offices.
As a Patient Care Associate you will have similar responsibilities as a HUC, plus direct patient care responsibilities similar to a Nursing Assistant.
While working under the supervision of the nursing department in a hospital, healthcare facility or physician's office, coordinators manage responsibilities such as:
- Transcribing or verifying doctors' orders
- Scheduling diagnostic tests and treatments
- Managing patients' charts, electronic medical records and unit supplies
HUC's are often referred to as Unit Clerks and Health Unit Secretaries.
An option for incoming students with Certified Nurse Assisting training is the Health Unit Coordinating / Patient Care Associate program of study in which the six credit CNA (NUR158) course substitutes for five credits of HCC classes.
How to Get Started
GateWay Community College offers a Certificate of Completion in Health Unit Coordinating that will prepare you for the national certification exam administered by the National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC).
The PCA is a new track where you can earn your Nursing Assistant credentials and HUC certificate at the same time.
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Board of Directors
The board of CWHC is charged with securing philanthropic support for the Health Center, furthering CWHC's mission, and being an ambassador for CWHC in the communities that we serve.
- Rajni Tripathi - Chair
- LaKetta Montague - Vice Chair
- Jacqueline Anderson - Finance Chair
- Ana Bermudez
- Amali Dabarera
- Lauren Dean
- Danielle Gang
- Nicole Gilbertson
- Abby Koppers
- Angela Morris
- Maja Stina
- Amanda Zrust
Board applications for the 2020 Board cohort will be accepted on a rolling basis through the summer of 2020. Please complete the application and submit with a copy of your resume to the Board Committee.
CWHC Board Committee Application
CWHC Board Committee Job Description
Members of the Board Committee are members of the CWHC Collective. Collective Members approve prospective Board Members to serve three-year terms on the Board. Board Members may serve two consecutive three-year terms on the Board Committee. CWHC's Board of Directors was formed in 2005 and continues to be an integral part of the CWHC Collective.


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WARNING: Steel parts in this product may be alloyed with trace amounts of lead and other elements which are known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm and cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. To prevent exposure, do not alter the product by welding, grinding, etc.


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New Hyundai i10 voted best 'City Car' in the Honest John Awards 2014
The new new Hyundai i10 has been voted best 'City Car' in the Honest John Awards 2014. The award was made at a glitzy award ceremony in London, with HonestJohn.co.uk honouring the cars that have been most popular with its users over the past 12 months.
The i10 took the prize for best City Car of 2014, while commendations were given to the Fiat 500, Kia Picanto, Skoda Citigo and Volkswagen Up.
"We were mightily impressed when we drove the new i10 and it seems our users are similarly as keen," Said Dan Harrison, editor of HonestJohn.co.uk.
"It's gone straight to the top in our list of city cars and we expect it to be similarly successful in the sales charts thanks to its blend of refinement, handling and quality – not to mention the usual Hyundai reliability and a five-year warranty"
To see all of the winners from the Honest John Awards 2014 click here / Click for the full shortlist
hyundno on 16 May 2014
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First time buyer review | Paul Lukehurst
Published 15th August 2017
Some great feedback for Pete @ Wizard:
After a couple of underwhelming experiences with other mortgage advisor's, Pete at Wizard finance & Online mortgage advisor was recommended to me by a friend. Right from the outset I was very glad I decided to contact him as he and the team were very helpful though the whole process of buying my first home. Although my finances were not in a dire state, because of the new tighter lending rules they certainly needed a bit of tidying up in order for me to be likely to have a successful mortgage application and Pete helped me to do that in the months leading up to my mortgage application. The other advisor's I'd spoken to elsewhere were much less helpful. Once we had a mortgage offer and I was ready to move in, Pete also managed to get me a much better deal on my home and contents insurance than I managed to find myself.
I'd happily recommend their service to anyone else looking to get a mortgage advisor and I'll certainly use them again in future.
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Antique Seed Pearl Green Peridot Brooch 1900s
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Antique Edwardian bar pin style brooch with a peridot three leaf clover and tendrils of seed pearls. Rendered in a warm 9K yellow gold, the brooch is fully hallmarked hailing from Chester, England with the letter date of 1908. The shamrock or three leaf clover is said to represent the Holy Trinity. A wonderful sentiment and a stunning piece of antique jewelry that would make a very special gift!
Materials: 9 karat yellow gold
Gemstone: Three natural peridot gemstones, seed pearls
Measurements: 1.75 inches wide.
Weight: 2 grams
Hallmarks: 375, Chester city mark and an H for 1908 as well as the makers mark which is difficult to decipher
Condition: No chips or nicks to the peridot, all the seed pearls present with the gold having a lovely patina. C-clasp and pin are fully functioning and secure.


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If you think bows are just meant to be worn by men on formal attire, then you are absolutely wrong. The fashion runway has proved that even women can rock a bow just as good as men in their own way. As if to prove this notion, we have Priyanka Tendolkar who plays Varsha in Phulpakhru slay in them, too.
If you are a fan of Priyanka Tendolkar, don't forget to watch her in Phulpakhru
Through her social media account, she posted a picture of her wearing a bow necklace while looking obviously gorgeous in it. Like her, even you can wear a similar accessory on your hair too. Along with this, here are two bow styles that we have listed below.
If the neckpiece is too feminine for you then opt for a bolder style statement by fastening a bow around a crisp white shirt.
OR, ditch the basics and be the showstopper in the room with a pinch of EXTRA. You can take inspiration from the Tamasha actress Deepika Padukone.
These are two of the most common styles that we have listed for you. If your #OOTD is ordinary, a classic bow which will make your attire a solid 100!
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Meditation on Perception (pp. 47-54)
"And what, Ananda, is the perception of impermanence? Here, having gone to the forest, to the foot of a tree or to an empty hut, a bhikkhu reflects thus: 'Form is impermanent, feeling is impermanent, perception is impermanent, volitional activities are impermanent, consciousness is impermanent.' Thus he dwells contemplating impermanence in these five aggregates subject to clinging. This is call the perception of impermanence." –The Buddha
The Healing Process with Perception of Impermanence
First of all, you must practice to know that the five aggregates are impermanent and always changing.
Healing can take place because of our purified perception of impermanence. Impermanence, like gravity does not exist in a vacuum. There must be something (an external object) that is impermanent just as there must be an object to be affected by gravity. We come into contact with this object through the Five Aggregates. Consciousness draws our attention to the contact with one of our six internal sense objects to the external sense object (form) and the other aggregate of feeling, perception, mental formations come into play as factors of the mind. All of this mental function is impermanent (constantly changing) just as the object is impermanent (constantly changing).
Instead of complaining or encouraging mental proliferation about an unpleasant experience that can lead to more fear and depression, reflect on the following:
- Know that all is changing by meditation on the perception of impermanence.
- Know that the fear and depression that arise are impermanent.
- Use the seven factors of enlightenment (mindfulness, investigation, energy, joy, tranquility, concentration, equanimity) to deal with this unpleasant experience:
- Mindfulness/Investigation/energy: Be mindful and investigate the experience knowing that this requires energy (effort). By investigating the experience and the fear, you can see that the perception is impermanent and constantly changing. The negative (unpleasant) feelings from the initial fear then can change to neutral feelings and then to positive feelings as you realize that all is changing and you are not permanently attached to the unpleasant feeling of fear from this experience.
- Joy and tranquility arise as your perception of impermanence is purified.
- Your concentration will increase to keep mindfulness focused on what you are experiencing..
- Equanimity may then arise.
So rather than suffer from the certainty of the outcome that we fear may happen, we use mindfulness to pay attention to what is. We employ mindfulness from moment to moment because everything is changing. We cannot make one observation and know that that is the truth. The truth is the changing nature of all objects.
- Reflect on this talk daily.
- Practice the steps of the seven factors of enlightenment when fear or depression from a painful experience arise knowing that the perception of impermanence can overcome them.
- Continue to meditate on the perception of impermanence.
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Sad to say today is not only the last day of the London instalment of our August platform but the last day of Cerebellum August 2016!
But it's not over yet. Apart from Cerebellum artist Fabiola Santana leading a dance-movement workshop in the space today until 3pm at 3:30pm- 5:30pm we have a longtable discussion followed by finishing BYO drinks. More here: https://www.facebook.com/cerebellumlongtable We are on the 2nd floor at Hive Dalston, 260-268, Kingland Road, 2 mins walk from Haggerston Station.
And this also seems like a good opportunity to thank everybody who has played a part in it. From all the artists for their innovative work, to our crowdfunders, to attendees of any part of any platform to Michael Whiting for his development of our website and photography, to Sean Stubbs for documenting the whole thing on film in London on friday and last but not least our sound technicians Ilia Rogatchevski and Tom Blackburn and invigilators Nik and Lauren.


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"National defense is one of the cardinal duties of a statesman." —John Adams (1815)
- Bolton the "bad cop" departs after butting heads with Trump on Taliban.
- The cost of undoing Trump's deregulation would be enormous.
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'Bad Cop' Bolton Exits
National Security Advisor John Bolton resigned (or was fired, depending on whose version you believe) Tuesday after one too many tussles with President Donald Trump. The key takeaway here is that Bolton was Trump's "bad cop" — the one who talked exceedingly tough to keep the suspect (or, in this case, the foreign power) on his heels during interrogation, only to back off and let the "good cop" (Trump) step in to make a deal. Perhaps Bolton wasn't taking his cue to back off, so Trump, ever eager for that deal, forced him out.
Trump is no foreign-policy hawk, so it was somewhat of a surprise to see him hire Bolton in the first place. As The Heritage Foundation's Nile Gardiner summed up, "Bolton advanced a clear-eyed approach to dealing with the myriad threats facing the United States today and was uncompromising in his view that the U.S. must project strength and resolve in confronting its enemies." That was true whether it was with China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, or the Islamic State.
It certainly seems the last straw was Bolton's vehement objection to Trump's talks with the Taliban, whose negotiators had been invited to Camp David — yes, the same Camp David where George W. Bush and his team huddled to determine the response to the 9/11 assault on our nation launched by al-Qaida from its safe haven in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan — before the president canceled those negotiations.
We only hope Bolton's ouster on Sept. 10 does not reflect a return to a Sept. 10 mindset in American foreign policy.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who supported and directed Trump's attempt for a deal with the Taliban, is still generally a reliable voice for American national security. He spoke yesterday of new actions designed to ratchet up pressure on Iran and various terrorist groups such as ISIS. Pompeo warned, "I don't think any leader around the world should make any assumption that because some one of us departs that President Trump's foreign policy will change in a material way."
And yet the revolving carousel of White House personnel continues to spin, and with 14 months to go until the 2020 election, Trump will be looking for his fourth national security advisor. Sometimes Trump's strategy of governing through chaos works to keep opponents on the ropes. Other times it's just chaos. Which will Bolton's departure be?
The High Cost if Demos Reverse Trump's Deregulation
As the Democrat presidential candidates run on a platform of essentially banning capitalism and replacing it with massive government-run welfare programs, one factor often overlooked is the hidden regulatory cost on the public at large, beyond government spending. Just how much savings has Trump's deregulation crusade brought, and what would be the impact if those savings were reversed?
Cornerstone Macro's Andy Laperriere notes, "The cost of new regulations is down more than 80% since Trump took office, which amounts to close to $100 billion less — each year — in the cost to the private sector of new government rules." He adds, "The number of economically significant rules, those estimated to impose $100 million or more in costs to the private sector, are down about 75% under Trump. The number of pages in the Federal Register, another measure of the burden of complying with new government rules, has seen the biggest two-year decline since records have been kept."
Laperriere then observes that Democrat plans such as the Green New Deal would create a regulatory nightmare for all Americans. As a result, the cost of doing business in America would increase exponentially. So, beyond an increase in taxes to pay for all the "free stuff" Democrats promise, and beyond reversing all of the savings Trump's deregulation has brought, the price of doing business would also increase due to a wave of new regulations. It's not a pretty picture.
- A 9/11 Retrospective — Honoring those who perished, and those defending our nation in the Long War today.
- Featured Analysis: 'Progressives' Worship Nature at Altar of Climate Church — The latest trend is twisting the Bible to support leftist economic policy on climate change.
- CNN Fake News — Claiming Trump Endangered a Spy — The CIA takes the unusual step of publicly refuting CNN's false reporting on Russian spy.
- Debunking Another 'Hate Crime' Study — A study claiming that Trump rallies increased hate crimes by 226% is proven false.
- Grassroots Perspective: Voter Segregation — MLK would be appalled by the segregationist language of black church leaders.
- Video: Corporations and the First Amendment — UCLA's Eugene Volokh presents five rules of free speech and corporations.
- Video: Let Charter Schools Teach — Governments limit charter schools, but charters often do better than government-run schools.
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GOP SECURES NORTH CAROLINA: "In a major victory for both President Trump and national Republicans, North Carolina GOP state Sen. Dan Bishop was projected to win a fiercely contested special U.S. House election for the 9th District that was widely seen as a bellwether for the president's chances in the 2020 election," Fox News reports. "And another Republican House candidate, Greg Murphy, decisively won a separate special election in North Carolina's more solidly GOP-leaning 3rd District earlier Tuesday evening — frustrating Democrats who spent millions trying to make a splash in the state." Democrats couldn't make headway even into marginal Trump territory.
EMBASSY ATTACKED: "A rocket exploded at the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan just minutes into Wednesday, the anniversary of the 9/11 attack on the United States. A plume of smoke rose over central Kabul shortly after midnight and sirens could be heard. Inside the embassy, employees heard this message over the loudspeaker: 'An explosion caused by a rocket has occurred on compound.' About an hour later the all-clear was given, with no injuries reported. … It was the first major attack in the Afghan capital since President Donald Trump abruptly called off U.S.-Taliban talks over the weekend, on the brink of an apparent deal to end America's longest war." (Associated Press)
CNN'S FAKE-NEWS FALLOUT: "U.S. intelligence officials past and present offered harsh criticism Tuesday of a CNN report on the handling of a high-level U.S. informant in the upper reaches of Russian President Vladimir Putin's Kremlin, warning that even discussing sensitive details of the case put U.S. security and future intelligence operations at risk." (The Washington Times)
FEMA FRAUD: "The FBI arrested one of the top administrators of FEMA and the CEO of a contractor on wire fraud and bribery charges, along with a lower-level FEMA official … for fraud and bribery involving Hurricane Maria relief. The contractor got a $1.8 billion contract for rebuilding Puerto Rico's notoriously unreliable electrical infrastructure, which the Department of Justice says came by way of bribery." (Hot Air)
OLIVE BRANCH? "China's Ministry of Finance announced plans to exempt 16 types of U.S. products from additional tariffs on Wednesday, including food for livestock, cancer drugs and lubricants. The exemption, which is scheduled to go into effect from September 17, will be valid for a year through to September 16, 2020. The announcement comes as high-level trade officials from China and the U.S. prepare to meet in Washington next month." (CNBC)
SEEING THE WRITING ON THE WALL: "Background checks for gun sales, concealed-carry permits, and security spiked in August as congressional Democrats renewed their push for expanded gun control in the wake of several mass shootings. The National Instant Criminal Background Check System recorded a 15.5 percent uptick in background checks last month, according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation." (National Review)
UNINSURED RISES: "The number of Americans without health insurance climbed to 27.5 million in 2018, according to federal data that show the first year-to-year increase in a decade, before the Affordable Care Act began reducing the ranks of the uninsured. … The number of uninsured rose by nearly two million people overall, the Census Bureau said, which is about how many fewer people were covered under Medicaid compared with 2017. The number of people covered by private insurance didn't significantly change." (The Wall Street Journal)
MONOPOLY GOES WOKE: "Hasbro officially brought the gender pay gap to game night with its new feminist version of Monopoly called 'Ms. Monopoly.' The new version of the classic board game comes with new rules: Women players will collect $240 in Monopoly money while male players will only collect $200. Women also collect $1,900 in Monopoly money from the banker player at the beginning of the game while men collect $1,500." (The Daily Caller)
'ANGEL MOM' DISRESPECTED: "Last week, Boston mother Maureen Maloney was booed while testifying about the death of her son Matthew Denice, who was killed in 2011 by a drunk-driving illegal with a criminal history. Maloney was testifying at the State House in opposition to a bill seeking to grant driver's licenses to illegal immigrants. 'At the start of her testimony, Maloney held up a photo of Matthew and recalled how he was killed by an illegal immigrant drunk behind the wheel. About halfway into her 3 minutes of testimony, a man behind Maloney booed the grieving mother,' the Boston Herald reported." (The Daily Wire)
POLICY: ObamaCare caused premiums to spike. Here's how states are lowering them again. (The Daily Signal)
POLICY: Congress needs to get its act together for defense funding (The Hill)
HUMOR: Trump cancels Taliban meeting after learning it's THAT Taliban (The Babylon Bee)
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Ben Shapiro: "With time comes forgetfulness. The same period of time has now elapsed since Sept. 11 that elapsed between the end of World War I (1918) and the German re-occupation of the Rhineland in contravention of the Treaty of Versailles (1936). … Forgetfulness is easy, because immediate costs are painful and steep. American foreign policy nearly always vacillates between two poles: isolationism and reactive interventionism. The American people (correctly) don't like the consequences of isolationism — increased attacks on America and her allies, maximization of influence by our enemies — but we also dislike (correctly) the consequences of maintaining a global military presence. … The problem, of course, is that there are no easy solutions when it comes to foreign policy in the worst parts of the world. Everyone of good heart wants American soldiers out of Afghanistan and home. But how many Americans are willing to risk the increase in terrorism likely to follow such a withdrawal? … Our politicians should be brave enough to recognize that a weaker America on the world stage means a more vulnerable America at home. If we didn't learn that lesson on 9/11, we're bound to repeat it."
Insight: "No man, for any considerable period, can wear one face to himself and another to the multitude, without finally getting bewildered as to which one is true." —Nathaniel Hawthorne (1804-1864)
Political gymnastics: "The GOP won a special election billed as a 'must win' by the media in NC-09. Congressman-elect Bishop will head to Washington despite Democrats pouring vast resources into the race. Had the GOP lost, the media would have turned it into a defining narrative. Because they won, the press will move on." —Erick Erickson
A blind squirrel finds a nut: "We really should get back to the way it was when people were examining qualifications of what it takes to be a judge, rather than trying to guess how they would vote on contentious cases." —Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Friendly fire: "Unless a woman's life … is at risk, then there shouldn't be an abortion in the third trimester." —Rep. Tulsi Gabbard
Straight from the horse's mouth: "Are there socialists in the Democratic Party? You bet. Because we're a big tent party. We have all of the above." —Democrat Rep. Donna Shalala
Non compos mentis: "Living close to work shouldn't be a luxury for the rich. It's a right for everyone." —Beto O'Rourke
Non sequitur: "Congress gives hundreds of billions of dollars to fund our endless wars each year, yet making public college and universities tuition-free is somehow 'too radical.' I reject that." —Sen. Bernie Sanders ("One case is national defense, which all Americans benefit from, and the other is a direct transfer of money from hard working Americans to the investment decisions (ie college) of others. Saying they are the same thing is pure intellectual laziness." —Rep. Dan Crenshaw)
Village idiots: "People need to wake the f—k up. We're going the wrong direction as fast as possible. I like to say that we're like Thelma and Louise. We're driving straight toward the canyon at 90 miles per hour with the radio cranked up and the top down." —climate crusader and hypocrite James Cameron
And last… "This country is owned by We the People. We wrote a Constitution. We put down what we wanted to put in it. We can amend it when we wish. And it is not up to nine people to tell 330 million Americans how to live." —Justice Neil Gorsuch
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Playboi Carti Taps Travis Scott for New Track "Love Hurts"
As we are eagerly awaiting new material from Travis Scott, here we find the Houston rapper joining Playboi Carti on a track that the Atlanta-born artist just shared on his SoundCloud page. Dubbed "Love Hurts," there is no word on if the song will appear on any upcoming project.
Following the premiere of his debut mixtape in April of last year, Carti set out for a North American tour. Since, the 21-year-old rapper has been fairly quiet when it comes to solo releases, but he has been featured on multiple tracks. It's also been reported that his debut album is complete.
Travis, however, took to social media earlier this week, seemingly to tease a new release and possibly his much-anticipated Astroworld album, tweeting, "THIS WEEK THE FANS EAT."
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This article will provide a selection of tips to improve your skills in photography, whether you are just beginning or wish to hone your technique. This article is geared toward beginning photographers who are ready to learn information that will help pave the way for a transition to professional photographer.
Find inspiration in the everyday. Take photos of the everday objects around you. It can be anything from a kitchen sink to a pencil; play around with both composition and form. The artistic qualities of the shots you take depend on how you approach the shots and what you can do with them. You should create a challenge with yourself, to make them more unique.
Achieve noteworthy effects by trying different shutter speeds. For moving objects, a quick shutter speed allows you to get the picture at the moment you want without any motion blur. This particular setting is ideal for sporting events. Use a slower shutter speed if you want motion blur in your picture. Waterfalls and streams are particularly stunning when they're photographed by this particular method.
You should always be on the lookout for photographers who inspire you. By taking the time to view the art created by other photographers, you will be inspired and reminded of all the different ways a subject can be shown in one single shot.
Giving yourself some limitations can help you be more creative. One way is to limit your shots for a whole day to subjects that express a single idea. Then go and take 100 different photos in the same room or with the same point of view. Working under such limitations will spur you to think creatively and take more experimental photos.
You do not always need to use your camera in the horizontal position. Sometime, a great picture is the result of holding the camera in a way that allows you to take vertical shots. Zoom out if you want to shoot full-body pictures of people, or zoom in if you are photographing a smaller, more detailed subject.
Finding the right brand of film for yourself is necessary to be a good photographer. Most photographers at all skill levels have developed a fondness for a particular type of film. There aren't too many differences in all of the different types of film. This leaves it entirely to person preference.
Have some fun experimenting with different expressions, perspectives and scales. A simple object may appear more artistic if it's in a setting which makes it appear a different size than it is or in a funny or original situation. Work on each of your shots to get a fresh take on something familiar.
Even with drastic technological improvements in cell phone cameras, lighting is still an issue for most of them. There is no flash on most cellphone cameras, so you should always try to take shots where there is a good lighting source. Zooming in will help you cut down on the amount of shadows and sunspots that are present in the photo.
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BLT Salad with Buttermilk Dressing30 minGluten-FreeBLT Salad for dinner tonight! Make with ripe tomatoes, crispy bacon, green beans, and sweet corn.
Caprese Salad with Tomatoes, Basil, and Mozzarella10 minGluten-Free, VegetarianItalian caprese salad is a summer classic! Make it extra special with heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and fresh mozzarella. This is the BEST way to enjoy summer tomatoes.
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Joaquin athletes bring home medals from State UIL Track meet
Three Joaquin athletes brought home medals from the state track and field meet over the weekend at the Mike A Myers Stadium in Austin, according to Rams Track Coach Mindy Bragg.
Finishing his senior season in style, Hunter Gates grabs silver in the 200 meter with a personal record time of 21.94. Gates also ran on the 4x100 and 4x200m with teammates Connor Bragg, Boogie Lane, and Gunner Nelson, she said.
The 4x100m relay placed 4th barely missing the podium, and they finished 5th in the 4x200m, Bragg said.
For the second year in a row, Junior Connor Bragg brought home the gold in the long jump making him the back to back 2A Texas State Champ. He jumped his personal best of 22'9.75" in his final attempt to seal his fate.
He hopes to return next year to go for the colossal feat of a 3 time champion in this event.
As a freshman, Victoria Byrd claimed the silver medal in the 100m with a time of 12.44. She also placed 4th in the Long Jump.
"We should be seeing her compete at the state meet for the next three years," said Bragg.


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I admit that I had my hesitations about the avatar assignment when it was assigned. I suspected that some of the description of people's attachment to it was hyperbole. That while some people might be particularly connected to their character, I might just think of it as any other assignment. I'm pleased to say… Read more"Reflection on Avatar Project"
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I found this assignment incredibly moving and provocative. Your class in general has made me rethink and question what it means to be a history major. I am so comfortable with readings and historical accounts, papers and analysis. Throughout it has dawned on me how clinical my experience with history… Read more"Reflection"
Going back
Gina, I am writing to you from a bench that would have faced my old home if it were still here. Now a larger house sits in its place. I guess I'm relieved. I spent hours wondering if it'd still be here, who would be living in it, how I… Read more"Going back"
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April 19, 2005 Dearest Gina, I'm sure you heard the news. How ironic that once again you are far from me at such a monumental moment. In a way, it feels right because I have always worked through these things by writing to you. This time by email and from… Read more"April 19, 2005"
Semester reflection
This class has gotten me thinking about learning as an act we do subconsciously and intentionally. I've thought about my intentions for taking this class and questioned whether it was a self-indulgent way to dwell on the experience I had recently in Buenos Aires without an eye toward its long-term… Read more"Semester reflection"
Mirando hacia el pasado. Moviendome adelante.
4 Junio, 2007 Estoy leyendo el cuaderno en que escribí mis emociones y pensamientos a lo largo de mi adolescencia y la dictadura. La última cosa que escribí en este libro era una carta a Julia en 1990, mi último esfuerzo de sostener mi esperanza que un día se reaparezca…. Read more"Mirando hacia el pasado. Moviendome adelante."
Reflecting on Marisol
As a student of this course, it is easy to understand why the Avatar Project is important to our learning. Rather than just reading the assigned texts, discussing them in class and writing about them in essays, this project allows us to interact not only with facts but also with… Read more"Reflecting on Marisol"
Final Reflection
This course was difficult. Not so much academically, since the readings were pretty accessible and there wasn't an extraordinary amount of work, but it was difficult content. It was harder still to try to understand what we were learning about without having grown up in a society that had so recently… Read more"Final Reflection"
Looking Back
February 20, 2010 I am retired now. I have more time on my hands to think. I've said this before, but it's such a raw feeling for me that I have to revisit it. I have genuinely resigned myself to the fact that I will die with anger and regret… Read more"Looking Back"
Javier's Final Reflection
With age comes a lot of perspective. I now understand that I have been alive in a time that never should have been, and that had never happened before (aside from, perhaps, the original conquest of Latin America). In any case, these past decades have forever changed this country. Can… Read more"Javier's Final Reflection"


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Bolton Hill is a neighborhood in the Cultural District of Baltimore. The area features classic 19th century architecture, and some of the most beautiful and well-known traditional brick rowhomes in Baltimore. Strolling down this historic neighborhood's treelined streets is like a trip back in time. This area is rich in culture and history, and is home to a number of Maryland's most prominent residents.
Located about a mile and a half from the Harbor, the neighborhood is nine blocks by five blocks. It is home to about 2,000 residents, and is part of the National Register of Historic Places. Nearby are a variety of some of Baltimore's most well-known destinations. The Myerhoff Symphony Hall, the Lyric Opera House, and the Maryland Institute of Art are all just a few short steps away. The popular neighborhood of Mt. Vernon, filled with quirky shops, bars, restaurants, and unique galleries is nearby and is an excellent trip to couple with a stroll through Bolton Hill.
Those wishing to use public transportation to reach Bolton Hill can choose from a variety of options. The Light Rail has stops in the Cultural Center on Howard Street, the Metro has a stop on Dolphin Street, and Penn Station is a five minute walk from the area. City buses run along the periphery of the neighborhood, and the Baltimore-Washington International Airport is a 20 minute drive away.
Those in search of recreation will find plenty to do in the neighborhood. The Boltin Swim and Tennis Club is a non-profit, member-owned organization. They offer an Olympic size swimming pool, a kiddie pool for the little ones, two tennis courts, two Har-tru courts, and a large playground where children can run and climb. If swimming is not your thing, the Mt. Royal Recreation Center offers a variety of activities including after school programs, basketball leagues, and various adult education and fitness programs.
If a visit to the area leaves you famished, there are a variety of restaurants to satisfy your cravings. b, a Bolton Hill Bistro offers American cuisine with a touch of Italian. The Baltimore Sun gave the restaurant three stars. They also offer lighter fare and reportedly, one of the best Sunday brunches in town. The On the Hill Cafy and Market offers visitors to Bolton Hill an outdoor dining option, when the weather permits. Their menu includes sandwiches, salads, a variety of quiche, coffee, and espresso.
Those in search of shopping will love this area for their unique variety of merchants. There are everyday services availble like a laundromat, hardware store, drycleaner, and videos. The area also features Bolton Hill Blossoms, a quaint shop selling flowers, house plants, and gifts. The Store at MICA offers a variety of cheap art supplies, art books, and student made CDs and books. This is a popular place for area students to find affordable, quality art supplies, but the shop welcomes all who wish to shop. Those looking for a quiet afternoon in a unique Baltimore neighborhood should head to Bolton Hill.
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Jay Strongarm has been watching, discussing and breathing professional wrestling for over 25 years.
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Exclusive Photo of The Undertaker and Kane Paying Respect to the Late Paul Bearer
On Monday Night, the WWE paid tribute to fan favorite William Moody, better known to the wrestling world as Paul Bearer. Moody passed away last week at the age of 58.
Jake 'The Snake' Roberts to Wrestle in WWE?
The always vocal, but not always while sober, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts paid a visit to the Busted Open radio show and spoke candidly about his time in the WWE, his troubled past, his new sober existence and the fact he hasn't been included in the WWE Hall of Fame.
Paul Bearer Passes Away at the Age of 58
William Moody, better known to WWE fans as Paul Bearer, passed away yesterday at the age of 58.


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Materials & Resources
COVID-19 Resources and Information for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Materials to Download and Share
About COVID-19
Managing Your Symptoms and Health at Home
What To Do If You Feel Sick
Slowing the Spread
Wash Your Hands
Radio Ads
Video PSAs
About COVID-19
- Share Facts about Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): English
- What you need to know: English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese
- Self Advocacy Resource and Technical Assistance Center (SARTAC) easy-to-read COVID-19 booklet written by and for people with developmental disabilities: English, Spanish (current as of March 13, 2020)
- Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 COVID-19: English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese
Managing Your Symptoms and Health at Home
- 10 Things You Can Do to Manage Your Health at Home: English, Spanish
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- Stay Healthy Wash Your Hands: 8.5 X 11- English, Spanish. 11 X 17- English, Spanish
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Thirteen radio ads on the 3 Ws (Wear, Wait, Wash), social distancing and the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on African American and Latinx communities. These 30-, 15- and 10-second ads are free to be aired by any radio station or entity.
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NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen on practicing the 3 Ws
- Protect Your Family & Neighbors by Practicing the Three Ws (30 seconds)
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Reaching historically marginalized populations about reducing risks for COVID-19
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Snow storms are relative. In some Southern states, 3 inchs of snow brings a city to a halt; as well it should when you don't have snow removal equipment. I assume in some Canadian towns, no one even bats an eye until the snow is half way up the tires. Here, it depends on who you are. Me.. I go out in all kinds of weather. Other folks, no so much.
We were hearing that there was a fair size storm coming.. six inches or more – that's fifteen centimeters if you prefer.. So I won't see my slave tonight. I'm kinda grumpy about that.
Her work put her up for then night. Seems like a generous thing to do. Here is the catch, if you don't take them up on the offer..then you are not allowed any excuse what so ever for not showing up the next day. It kind of a "Godfather offer"… You know.. the kind you can't refuse. They have extra rooms, it doesn't cost them anything, and you can save gas, plus stay safe.. Unless of course you have a cranky Master at home.
Of course I want my slave safe, and staying with the girls at the ranch overnight in a storm can be kind of a fun adventure… but I love my control too much to be really happy about this. There are male ranchers too of course, and I am not fond of the idea of her mixing alcohol with testosterone, especially when I am not around. Showing a little lack of trust here I admit. In my defense, there are many variables at work here, which of course brings me back to a lack of control over this situation.
Of course if I was really worried, I'd drive the two hours round trip tonight to get her, and the two hours round trip to take her back before the sun came up, but I'm just not that crazy. So I have to put up or shut up. I don't like any of these choices. Freaking snow storms.. bet we only get three inches..that's 7cm to the rest of the world. When the hell is the US going to crack that nut and finally go metric anyway? Why am I working myself up over the metric system? Bah… I'm just in a cranky mood. See how fast my perfect little world comes unraveled? Bored, and cranky. Ah well.. the snow is pretty.. Maybe I'll go for a walk in it… before I have to shovel it..


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Launching a Survey with Nationally Representative Sample
We have many options for launching your survey on QuickSurveys. In order to ensure your survey results are accurate and representative, you can set your survey to include a "nationally representative" sample.
Researchers typically ask for a nationally representative sample when they would like respondents to reflect the entire population of the country in question. In such cases, demographics like male/female will reflect the national proportions.
Here are the steps to do it yourself in the QuickSurveys platform!
Login to your QuickSurveys account
Go to Launch page and click the "Ask Toluna" button
Click the " + " sign until you achieve your desired total number of respondents then click "Add."
Total number includes completes, quota full, and screen outs.
Click on "Target your Audience" Make sure targets have the following percentages
Target your survey to Gender, click update
- Male 49%
- Female 51%
Target your survey by Age, click update
- 18-34, 31%
- 35-54, 40%
- 55+ , 29%
Target your survey by Region, click update
- West, 23%
- Mid-West, 23%
- South, 35%
- Northeast, 19%
Need more instruction? Navigate back to the main page, and select your category.
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Use our photo guide below to identify clothes moths. Click on the images for more information about each species.
Webbing Clothes Moth and Clothes Moth Larvae
Case-Bearing Clothes Moth
Brown House Moth
White Shouldered House Moth
Look for 1/2-inch long buff-coloured moths with narrow wings that have hairs along the edges. These are adult clothes moths. The adults do not eat fabric, but their presence means that eggs will be laid that will produce fabric-eating larvae.
Check for the clothes moth larvae if adult moths are present. The larvae are creamy-white coloured caterpillars, which can be as much as a 1/2 inch in length. Identify webbing clothes moth larvae by their feeding tunnels of silk, or webbing patches left behind on the fabric as they move around.
Adult webbing clothes moths have a wingspread of about 1/2-inch and that of the male is somewhat less... The body is about 1/4-inch long with wings folded and golden-yellow with a satiny sheen (see picture below). A tuft of reddish golden hairs on the head is upright and reddish-gold. Eggs are oval, ivory, and about 1/24-inch long. Larvae are a shiny, creamy white with a brown head, up to 1/2-inch long. The larvae spin long threads and construct tunnels of silk.
Clothes moth larvae feed on wool, feathers, fur, hair, leather, lint, dust, paper, and occasionally cotton, linen, silk, and synthetic fibres. They are especially damaging to fabric stained with beverages, oil from hair, and sweat. Most damage is done to articles left undisturbed for a long time, such as old blankets, wool upholstery, feathered hats, antique dolls and toys, weavings, wall hangings, piano felts, old furs, and especially wool carpets under heavy furniture and clothing in storage.
Damaged fabrics have holes eaten through them by small, white larvae and often have silken cases, lines of silken threads, and fecal pellets over the surface of the materials. Moths are destructive during the larvae stage. Adult "millers" or moths are entirely harmless.


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Call for action to save wildlife
Humans share Earth with many different kinds of wildlife. However, many of our animal and plant friends may not be around for much longer.
According to the first comprehensive report on biodiversity released by the United Nations in May, 1 million of Earth's 8 million species are threatened with extinction, including amphibians, marine mammals and insects.
Humans are mainly to blame for the danger. According to the report, the world's population has more than doubled (from 3.7 to 7.6 billion) in the last 50 years. Humans have used more than a third of the world's land and 75 percent of freshwater supplies to grow crops and keep livestock. As a result, there are fewer habitats and fewer natural resources available as well as more pollution.
Because of human activities, the global rate of species extinction over the past 50 years has been already "at least tens to hundreds of times higher than it has averaged over the past 10 million years", the report noted.
The species extinction could have serious influences on ecosystems.
"When you lose a species, think of it like a fabric, and you're taking and plucking one of the strings," Brett Scheffers, an ecologist at the University of Florida, US, told NBC News. "Over time, the fabric gets looser and less stable. These are the types of changes we're observing where entire ecosystems collapse."
These developments lead scientists to believe that there could be a sixth mass extinction, the first to be caused by humans, according to the Guardian. There have been five mass extinctions before, the last being 65 million years ago. That time it was the dinosaurs that died out.
"The evidence is clear: The future will be bad for us if we don't act now. There is no future for us without nature," Sandra Diaz, coauthor of the report, told National Geographic.
To deal with the problem, many countries have taken action. For example, China has banned the use of rhino horn and tiger bones, and the ivory trade, reported China Daily.
According to Huffpost, there are things that we can do personally to save species. For example, don't buy products made from illegal wildlife parts and reduce water waste.
"Each individual action has a ripple effect and every person can make a difference – through a mass we can turn the tide," said Claudia Sobrevila, from Global Wildlife Program, according to official website of the World Bank.
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Yes it is fun to have a hearty laugh but do you know it has medical benefits. Just like the apple a hearty laugh a day may also keep the doctor away! You must have realised that your whole body gets relaxed after a laugh it is because it relaxes your mind as well as muscles. This is because certain feel good chemicals (endorphins ) are released from the body.
Benefits of Laughter:
Last but not the least laughter is fun, free of cost and endears you to others.


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Whether you're looking to put your property on the market or just curious to find out how your fabulous new extension has affected its value, the internet has opened up a plethora of online valuation tools that tell you what your home is worth. Whilst these online property valuations are fine to get a ball park figure of how much your home could sell for, there is so much more to an accurate valuation than meets the eye.
Here are just some of the reasons why you can't rely solely on an online property valuation:
A well-maintained and well-presented home that is tastefully decorated inside will fetch a higher sale price, and this can only be fully appreciated by visiting a property. The same applies to an overly cluttered or dirty house; poor décor can often be overlooked. but dirt, clutter and even smells can't be so easily ignored.
Water and green open spaces
Not only is green space beneficial for recreational and leisure pursuits, they can also have a direct impact on property prices if your property is close to parkland or water.
Schools and colleges
According to research by Rightmove, parents are willing to pay a £52,000 premium to live in the catchment area of an Outstanding-rated state school in the UK, and many buyers are willing to compromise on other factors to get their children into a decent school.
Personal circumstances
The 3ds (divorce, death and debt) are another important consideration, and can sometimes determine how quickly a vendor needs to sell. A good agent will consider your personal circumstances in order to recommend the right asking price.
Robert Reed of Wright Marshall, Tarporley Office commented: "At the end of the day, a home is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Online valuation tools are a useful referencing tool, but they can't cover every variable.
I always recommend getting an opinion of a respected local estate agent like Wright Marshall who can apply their knowledge of the local property market, a full appreciation of your property, as well as your own personal circumstances to work out an accurate property valuation."
If you would like to find out how much your home is worth, contact your nearest Wright Marshall branch for a free, no obligation valuation.


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7 Tips to Make Your
Motion to Compel, Really Compelling
With the increasing number of civil cases getting disposed at the pre-trial stage, legal discovery is gaining an important role in litigation. During discovery, parties can make request for production of documents, request for answering interrogatories, and request for admission and deposition. A subopoena helps you to request documents or any other evidence from non parties, however, there may be cases where the parties may object to discovery requests. Court motions help requesting parties to obtain the discovery documents when such objections are made or when you require further discovery. Motion to Compel is one of the first motions likely to be filed during the pre-trial stage and this article provides 7 tips on drafting a really effective Motion to Compel.
Drafting Motion to Compel Effectively
A carefully and tactically drafted motion to compel can be used to meet a variety of litigation ends. A motion to compel has a larger purpose to serve. It often helps in preparing the battlefield for a larger litigation. One of the most important points for the success of a motion to compel is your ability to persuade the judge. Discussed below are some basic pointers that you have to keep in mind while drafting a motion to compel.
- Know the Rule: The first step in drafting an effective motion would be to have a good knowledge of the civil procedure rules, court rules, and standing orders of the judge who will be deciding the motion. Court rule provides detailed information on the form and format of the motions. Therefore, be cautious to read the respective court rules as well.
- Know the Parties: Identify the parties at the beginning of the motion
- Summarize Facts: Include a brief summary of the facts of the case. Be careful not to overstate facts. Include only facts that are relevant.
- Write Effectively: Open the motion with an excellent background. Your writing should persuade the judge to read further. A well organized motion will generally capture the reader's attention and will help in better understanding the issues.
- Know Your Judge: It is very important to know your judge's preferences. Some judges stick to traditional procedural formalities. Whereas, some judges entertain motions that are persuasive and help in better understanding the key issues involved in the motion to compel. The two approaches to drafting a motion to compel is discussed below:
Motion to Compel- Technical/Traditional Approach
A motion to compel in the traditional format is fact extensive and technical in nature. This approach provides a brief description of the facts at the beginning followed by a list of document categories requested. After each request, the objection made by the respondent is noted, followed by a paragraph as to relevancy of the requested documents and the reason as to why the document needs to be produced. Many documents in the list are identical and therefore such type of motions involves a lot of copy pasting similar language making the motion voluminous. This format though correct technically can overwhelm the reader. After reading the first few pages, the judge may just skim through the remaining pages and ask the lawyers to work further on the motion.
Motion to Compel- Persuasive Approach
Another approach that is seen is a more organized motion. Here the movant after stating the brief facts organizes all related/similar documents requests into different categories. Then the issue that relates to each category is identified. After that, the opponent's objection is summarized followed by a reason as to why the requested documents are relevant. This approach helps a judge to better understand the issues governing each document request and is easy to read.
- Quality Check: You have to devote time for effective legal writing. After the draft motion is ready, we often skip the step of reviewing the motion. This may be because you do not have enough time to read the motion again; or you are too tired to read it all over again. Nowadays there are attorney support services equipped with people experienced in legal research and writing. You can benefit from such services by delegating to them the task of editing or reviewing your motion. Alternatively, you can also use such support services for legal drafting and then you can go ahead and do the quality check or final editing.
- Court Order Form: Be sure to include a form of court order. The form should list each document with a check box for grant or deny.
The most effective attack that you can make on your opponent is writing a persuasive motion. While persuasive, crisp, organized and concise writing is generally favored, there may be mundane judges who prefer traditional motion formats. To appease such judges you may have to fit your motion into the traditional mould. Therefore, the rule would be to know your judge and choose the preferred format that is best suited for your situation. The points discussed in this article can help in crafting a motion that will lead you to the path of success.
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