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ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Falling oil stocks contribute to a sense of "bottom" in plummeting airline stocks.
AUTHOR:�David PennDATE:�AUG�2006
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Investing in an airline is always risky. As the price of oil rises, so do their costs.
AUTHOR:�Koos van der MerweDATE:�FEB�2013
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Continental Airlines broke head & shoulders support in late February, but the decline is morphing into a falling wedge, and a break back above the neckline would be bullish.
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�APR�2007
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The same stuff that makes airplanes go up makes their stocks go up... and down
AUTHOR:�David PennDATE:�JAN�2006
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The Dow Jones Airline Index was profiled in late May ("Airlines Starting To Lead," Traders.com Advantage, May 28, 2004), showing good relative strength and a potential double bottom evolving. That double bottom has been confirmed and relative s
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�JUL�2004
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...My previous articles on the Dow Jones Airline Index were bullish, but a recent failure and steep decline suggest something is amiss and a reassessment is in order.
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The airlines index is moving in a narrow range.
AUTHOR:�Chaitali MohileDATE:�APR�2010
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The Airlines Index has been correcting since mid-September. The short-term moving average support converted to resistance. Will the index continue the bearish rally and remain an underperformer?
AUTHOR:�Chaitali MohileDATE:�NOV�2009
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Despite continued high oil prices, the Amex Airline Index ($XAL) broke resistance and momentum has turned fully bullish.
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�JUN�2005
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Despite an overshoot on the way down, the DJ Airline Index (DJUSAR) recovered just in time for a fairly normal retracement and price channel breakout.
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�APR�2004
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The DJ Airline Index successfully tested support in May and has started to outperform the broader market.
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�MAY�2004
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Despite losing more than 50% since October 2003, bearish continuation patterns are still emerging in the Dow Jones Airline Index.
AUTHOR:�Arthur HillDATE:�MAR�2005
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Continental Airlines stock has been in a strong uptrend for the last two months, more than doubling its price.
AUTHOR:�Paolo PezzuttiDATE:�JAN�2006
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The airline stock is tagging the upper trendline of a broadening formation, and volatility is increasing.
AUTHOR:�Paolo PezzuttiDATE:�OCT�2006
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The stock is providing signs of a continuing rebound.
AUTHOR:�Paolo PezzuttiDATE:�SEP�2007
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The airline industry saw bullish days after the bullish reversal candlestick pattern, and Continental is also fueled.
AUTHOR:�Chaitali MohileDATE:�JAN�2008
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The Oil Index and Airline Index charts suggest that airlines are the stronger sector of the two -- for the moment.
AUTHOR:�Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.DATE:�OCT�2008
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Over the last few months, the selling pressure in the shares of Southwest Airlines has been relatively mild yet persistent. Will the newest swing sell signal in the stock precipitate a plunge to lower price levels?
AUTHOR:�Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.DATE:�FEB�2011
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The latest three-month rally in shares of Southwest Airlines is correcting, as are those of other airline stocks.
AUTHOR:�Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.DATE:�DEC�2013
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The latest declines for the airlines industry are only a continuation of a miserable year, as the S&P Airlines Index makes plain.
AUTHOR:�David PennDATE:�SEP�2001
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Following a downtrend that lasted for six months, Delta Airlines found support at 2.5, a level that had already acted as support for this stock. Subsequently, prices rose very fast until they reached 4.35, after which a well-defined congestion pattern wa
AUTHOR:�Luis FerroDATE:�JUN�2005
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...It's been flying passengers since 2007 but on November 14, 2014 the company, founded by entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson, began trading on the NASDAQ.
AUTHOR:�Matt BlackmanDATE:�NOV�2014
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She chews up the scenery with her signature quote and basically overshadows the real actress, who is no match for the cocktail-wielding diva.
And this brief clip from The Bold and the Beautiful features Brendon discussing how to pronounce Neanderthal, if you can believe that. It would have been better if Britney Haynes was the patron in the bar, but whatever. Brendon's acting is not exactly mesmerizing, but he does look good on camera.
And this is a clip of Brendon being seen and not really heard, which is probably a good thing. Make it a double, Brendon!


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The Blue Horizons Program at Air University has rolled out Black Horizon, a mobile application that delivers lessons in spacelift, orbital mechanics, and satellite constellation design for the U.S. Air Force.
The student-adaptive educational app, covers the full range of space education requirements which will augment and accelerate the traditional space professionalization education program. Black Horizon was first announced in December 2018 as part of the the Spacecraft Engagement Simulation Experiment Challenge with Blue Horizons technology partner MGMWERX. Sonalysts, Inc., based in Waterford, Conn., was the winning vendor of the challenge. The company partnered with Blue Horizons and MGMWERX to complete the design, engineering, and build sprints. Beta testing was conducted at the 2019 Space Symposium in Colorado.
"Through the MGMWERX challenge, the team was able to quickly solve an Air Force problem set," said Lt. Col. Edward G. Ferguson, a Blue Horizons fellow at Air University. "In a matter of months, Airmen have a tool in their hands to begin addressing operational needs. None of this is possible without the flexibility and adaptability Blue Horizons gets from its partnership with MGMWERX."
MGMWERX Director Steve Werner added that Black Horizon is on track to save the Air Force more than $500,000 and five months in development.
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You already know that an ergonomic wedge pillow can have a number of positive health benefits.
So which one is right for you?
This will ultimately depend on what health aspect you're trying to improve.
We've rated the best wedge pillows on the market for issues such as back pain, sleep apnea, acid reflux, and more.
Our Favorite Wedge Pillow
Brentwood Therapeutic Foam Bed Wedge Pillow
- Can be used for sleeping or sitting
- A gradual slope to ease breathing issues
- Reduces neck and back pain
- Helps against snoring, acid reflux and other conditions
This was our all-round favorite for a number of reasons: the stylish way it looks, the silky soft way it feels and the great support it offers to especially your neck and back. If you want to sit propped up in bed to read or watch TV, this pillow is ideal.
The therapeutic foam wedge can be used to elevate your upper body or legs and has been designed to help those suffering from acid reflux, difficulties in breathing, poor circulation, hiatal hernias, as well as those with back and neck pain.
It is made from removable knit material and is easy to wash while also being hypoallergenic and dust mite resistant.
The pillow is also well-suited for sleeping with one customer saying that since using the Brentwood therapeutic pillow she no longer tosses and turns or wakes up as frequently during the night. In fact, customers in general say it has addressed sleep issues, even curing insomnia.
Look and feel: The pillow is fairly big, and the product comes in three different sizes, so you can choose the right fit for you. The basic model is white.
What else do we like about it?
- It has a gradual slope, and is very comfortable
- Good for moms breastfeeding little ones
- Reduces snoring and addresses respiratory problems
What don't we like about it?
The pillow is quite firm, which makes sense ergonomically, and really is better for your back and neck, but if you know that you prefer softer pillows then you may not be 100% happy with this one.
Runner Up Ergonomic Pillow
Cushy Form Bed Wedge Pillow
- Excellent support for back and shoulders
- Improves sleep
- Combats snoring
- Maintains a comfortable temperature
This is pillow was almost our top choice as it is really impressive in terms of its features and overall performance. Many customers say that it has brought them relief from back and shoulder pain and it is also aimed at those with particular acid reflux and snoring problems.
The pillow is made of high density foam and shapes around your body for a really snuggly feeling. You can take the cover off and wash it too.
The wedge is quite large, effectively turning your bed into a comfortable recliner – ideal for those who need to or prefer to spend hours in bed, reading, watching TV, studying or resting.
What don't we like about it? It is a bit on the pricey side and if you are watching your budget, it may not be the right choice for you.
Best Pillow For Acid Reflux
MedCline Acid Reflux Relief Bed Wedge
- Validated in 5 independent clinical trials
- Proven effective against heartburn, regurgitation, coughing
- Helps against GERD
- The arm pocket allows for better sleeping
This MedCline pillow is much more than just a wedge pillow – it really is a system that has been designed to help people suffering specifically from symptoms of acid reflux and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
It has a patented dual-component design with an arm pocket that prevents you from sliding out of position.
One customer said her husband suffered from sleep apnea but as soon as he stared using the MedCline all his problems stopped and she was able to sleep much better too. The pillow comes in three different sizes as well as with a plush pillow case.
What we don't like about it: It costs significantly more than other pillows and wedges in this price range and while it is justified considering the amount of scientific testing behind it, the price tag might bother some.
Best Multi Purpose Wedge Pillow
Xtra-Comfort Bed Wedge Pillow
- Versatile 3-in-1 design
- Has an adjustable incline
- Use it for sleeping, sitting or lying down
- Cover is removable and washable
This wedge pillow has extremely high customer satisfaction ratings, which means that people have generally been extremely happy with it. It has worked very well for people who have been in post-op recovery following procedures to their back or shoulder.
While not everyone might like the beige color it comes in, this pillow wedge is made of high-density foam, which retains its shape for long-term use. There is a cover with zipper that can be washed in the machine.
It feels fantastic and can be used in many different positions, providing relief for pregnant women as well. The price is also very reasonable, which is another bonus.
Acid Reflux /GERD Sleep Problems
Many people around the world have to deal with acid reflux – the burning sensation that comes from your stomach and moves into your mouth or throat.
While everyone has a bit of acid reflux or heartburn occasionally, some people battle the symptoms on a constant basis, usually finding themselves then diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
GERD occurs when people have weak muscle control between the esophagus and stomach, causing stomach acid to move back and forth. Pregnant women or those who are overweight often suffer from GERD.
Symptoms are often worse at night when people lie down flat and being elevated usually helps relieve reflux. This is where a wedge or pillow can come in handy.
Sleep Apnea & Snoring Pillows
Sleep apnea is a highly distressing condition during which the sleeper stops breathing – sometimes several times during the night.
Wedges and pillows help as they elevate the head, opening the airways and lungs and positioning the body more comfortably.
A pillow or wedge that can be angled to really lift your upper body can work wonders for those having trouble sleeping due to sleep apnea and many people have posted very favorable reviews, saying how pillows and wedge pillows have stopped their husband's snoring.
Some recommended wedge pillows
Relax Home Life Bamboo Wedge Pillow
This wedge pillow is 40% bamboo and 60% polyester, the biggest reason for its very comfortable and soft feel. It addresses a number of problems like heart burn, post nasal drip, breathing issues and shoulder and back pain.
One woman said it has stopped her snoring and her husband is finally able to move back into the main bedroom!
Vivalife Memory Foam Wedge Pillow
This wedge pillow is described as a sleep enhancement cushion and manufacturers are so convinced of the quality of their product that they promise a 100% refund – no questions asked.
This particular pillow also contains cooling gel, which prevents it from getting too hot at night – another big plus.
Great Wedge Pillows For Legs
Cushy Form Post Surgery Elevating Pillow
This pillow is a good choice for people who are recovering for surgery to the back, hip, knees or legs. It will ensure your legs remain elevated and see to it that the rest of your body is comfortable as well.
It not only works during the day but in the night-time as well and can be used for sleeping. Customers love being able to sleep well again after traumatic and painful surgeries, so it really does work.
InteVision Ortho Bed Wedge Pillow
This pillow has a two-layer design consisting of memory foam as well as firmer foam. It improves circulation and can be used either when sitting up – to prop up the back, or lying down, to elevate the feet.
In addition, manufacturers have made available a 400-thread count 100% Egyptian cotton pillowcase following suggestions by customers.
The Angle by Back Support Systems
Although this wedge pillow is a bit pricier than other products is has been clinically proven to address back pain caused by herniated or bulging discs, arthritis, edema, phlebitis, sciatica and general discomfort and tension associated with bad posture and stress.
The pillow can be used as a leg or knee wedge or even a back wedge pillow. The five-year warranty is also rather attractive.
Wedge Pillows For Pregnant Women
AngQi U Shaped Pregnancy Body Pillow
This body pillow is made 100% of velvet and shaped to follow the natural contours of your body. While aimed at pregnant women who have trouble sleeping or lying down comfortably, this pillow has also been welcomed by people suffering from back pain and conditions like fibromyalgia. We also like the 30-day return policy.
OCCO Baby Pregnancy Pillow Wedge
This pillow wedge comes at a great price with a simple, two-sided design featuring soft memory foam on one side and firmer foam on the other. It continues to give support as you proceed in your pregnancy.
The fabric has airflow ventilation with micro holes that keep the pillow from becoming too hot – another awesome feature.


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If a decoration is beautiful it doesn't mean it will take many efforts, nice snow-covered Christmas tree from paper can be an example of such a decor.
You can make such trees fast and easy and they look very unusual.
You will need a stand for Christmas trees. We cut off from a bar a part 1cm in thickness, you can also use a coil of threads, glue a basis of a stand using several layers of a cardboard, so it's easy to insert a skewer.
Download and print a template. Cut and roll up a cone and glue it. Carefully put the cones on a skewer starting from the biggest.
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The top is an origami-star, from a silver wire and a pompon. Christmas trees look nice without decoration but we decided to add a little bit of gloss.


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In a fast-paced business environment, project briefs are an essential element to ensure a smooth running process from start to finish. Particularly in the localisation industry, assignments can often be complex, and therefore require thorough instructions in order to deliver a high-quality project.
What is a project brief?
A project brief is the starting point of any new project, no matter how small or large. It is a simple yet extremely handy document that applies to many industries, particularly the localisation industry where projects can be lengthy and intricate.
A project brief simply outlines what the end goal of a project is, and includes aspects to consider such as the budget of the project, milestones and importantly, the work that needs to be done to achieve them along the way.
What should it include?
The main goal of any project brief is to provide a thorough understanding of what should be accomplished throughout the assignment. Examples of information to be included in a general project brief include:
• Project Title
• Client information
– Business type; their usual customer base
• Client contact information
– This may not be your regular contact, but a specific person who is responsible for this project.
• Project objective
– Purpose of the project and what you're trying to achieve
• Project details
– Target audience
– Specific project goals
– Deadlines
– Budget
– Stages required during the project
– Review stages to be included
– Details on reviewers (whether client or external)
At thebigword we ensure our projects are completed to the highest quality for all our clients. By using clear project briefs from the outset, you minimise room for error and set clear expectations between you and your supplier or you and your client.


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When Tera Saaristo, at Mill Creek Elementary in Madison, and her first graders found out she was the Valley's Top Teacher, there was a lot of hugging and even a couple tears.
"They are so sweet and they are so loving," says Tera Saaristo, the Valley's Top Teacher. "I just love it."
Her kids lover her right back.
"She's awesome," smiles Rylan Aungst, a first grade student.
"Super nice," says Zoey Ramos, another first grader.
Mrs. Saaristo creates an atmosphere that is fun and comfortable because she wants her kids to love learning at an early age.
"We need to care as much for their emotional and character growth as much as we do, can they pass a test," explains Mrs. Saaristo.
"We make sure to hug her and she realy loves us, because she is our teacher," says Zoey Ramos with a big smile.
Not only does she care for her students in the classroom, she makes an effort to be a part of her kids lives outside of school too.
"At the begining of the year I sent sort of a reverse invitation home with the students," shares Mrs. Sarristo. "It was asking them to give me an invitation to a dance recital or a ball game."
Kids get really excited when their teacher shows up to support them at a performance.
"One of my Christmas effects at my church," says Rylan about his event that Mrs. Saaristo attended.
Mrs. Saaristo truly goes above and beyond. At Christmas she even works with Santa to get each of them a gift off of their Christmas list. They also get to do some other fun things around Christmas.
"We got toilet paper, sticks, a carrot nose, eyes, and a hat to put on Mrs. Saaristo," laughs Zoey. "We covered her in toilet paper so we could make her a real life snowman."
Mrs. Saaristo's goal is to impact the future by instiling confidence in them so that they can go into the world and succeed.
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TRANSCRIPTION COURTESY OF JOSEPH HOUK - (CW continues – wearing her radiation suit with a Geiger counter) At first I was just trying to get the little rock to stabilize, and at about 90 degrees it did. The metal was greenish, slightly malleable, and had a faint glow to it. [Which explains why the time portal is a yellowish-green] When I took a Geiger counter to it, however, the radioactivity was surprisingly very low. Low enough, in fact, for me to not really need the radiation suit [which she removes]. I don't remember all the experiments that I performed... but there was one I would definitely never forget. [setting up a laser at the rock] Hoping for a cool color show, I focused a laser beam on one of the bumpy parts. The beam, bouncing off the rock, created green rings in the air... and through those rings I could see myself... FROM AN HOUR AGO. [Inside the ring is an image of Cassie putting ON her radiation suit!]


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A spark is a result of friction, occurring when two things forcefully come into contact with each other. A single spark has the potential to start a disastrous fire, but in a more figurative sense, it can also connote the potential for a beautiful relationship.
Sparks have long flown between quality and manufacturing departments, and the adversarial nature of their relationship is an accepted reality. But rarely does the discussion move beyond simply recognizing that a conflict exists. What is the cause of the divide? How can it be bridged? And what do companies stand to gain by doing so?
Every relationship faces conflict at some point, and that quality and manufacturing are at odds is a generally accepted notion. Whether due to longstanding organizational norms or simply the nature of the roles themselves, it's a relationship ripe for conflict and friction, and that's exactly how it has played out for many years. As outlined below, several factors exacerbate the disconnect that exists between quality and manufacturing, but recent advances in digital technology along with shifting industry mindsets are making true conflict resolution between the teams more achievable than ever.
Conflict: Speaking Different Languages
Quality and manufacturing often clash because of their differing approaches, priorities and key performance indicators (KPIs). Typical reporting structures make matters worse, with well-established and commonly accepted industry rules of engagement dictating that quality, in fact, mustn't report to operations in order to avoid supposed conflicts of interest and to maintain focus on their respective priorities. Simply put, despite each team having valid and critical points of view, they speak very different languages and their attempts at communication – when they happen – tend to get lost in translation.
Resolution: Find a Neutral Mediator
When teams speak different languages, misunderstandings are unavoidable and critical information is bound to get lost in translation. A fully digitized and integrated solution that consolidates data from disparate enterprise systems can reduce the tension and open the lines of communication between quality and manufacturing. According to a recent MasterControl executive brief, digitizing production records, for example, would simultaneously improve operational performance, product quality and employee satisfaction by removing the element of human error and allowing production and quality teams to unite in meeting key operational metrics. By interpreting the information being relayed from each side and making it highly accessible to each respective discipline in an easily understood and consumable format, this type of solution acts as a neutral mediator that can help teams see eye to eye.
Conflict: Clashing Priorities
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Checks and balances serve an important purpose, but can often be seen as roadblocks to achieving the objective at hand. In most companies, quality represents/provides/is that check and balance. And because it is typically only able to inspect product and its associated documentation after it has come off the line, the quality function with its enforcing presence is viewed by manufacturing as a foe rather than a friend. On the other hand, when manufacturing feels forced to ship product before it has been released by quality in order to meet shipping deadlines, the quality team can feel undermined and like it's been thrown under the bus. This adversarial pattern of behavior has become a defining characteristic of the relationship between quality and manufacturing, much to the detriment of both teams and the collective business.
Resolution: Establish a Common Goal
Manufacturing is a company's key revenue driver. Above all else, manufacturing teams prioritize producing goods on time and to spec. The quality discipline delivers an equally critical, yet very different function in regulated manufacturing environments. It serves as the company's champion of internal quality programs and regulatory requirements that must be followed in order to remain viable. It's also a critical safety net in the event of adverse events, recalls or other post-market issues that may arise. Many companies are even beginning to change their view of quality from being a cost center to a source of competitive differentiation. But for all of their differences, it's important to remember that quality and manufacturing share the same core objective – getting high-quality and compliant product to customers on time. When each side acknowledges the value and expertise of the other in the pursuit of this common goal, the teams can meet in the middle and are better able to find innovative and mutually beneficial solutions to challenges both new and old.
At the corporate level, this can be facilitated by implementing and enforcing culture of quality initiatives that assign ownership of quality throughout every area of the business, from point of sale to order fulfillment. Similarly, quality at the source – a lean principle that says quality output cannot only be measured after product comes off the line but rather at each step of the production process – assigns responsibility to each worker involved in the production process to ensure quality, invoking a proactive mindset of error prevention rather than correction.
Conflict: Keeping Secrets
Whether or not companies have digital systems in place, data can still be obscured from the teams that need or could benefit from it. LNS Research reported in its Quality 4.0 e-book that of companies that have invested in EQMS technology, only 16% have connected it to their manufacturing operations. It also reported that 37% of companies cite fragmented data sources and systems as a top challenge in achieving quality objectives. Similarly, Gartner(1) found that 70% of shop floor data went unused as reported by process and discrete manufacturers in an annual survey, with much of the problem attributed to data being inaccessible in paper documentation or trapped in shop floor machinery. If systems and data between departments are disconnected, by extension, those teams and personnel are likely to be disconnected also. Communication and the free flow of information are key to any healthy relationship, and when it is impeded in this way, teams end up drifting apart.
Resolution: Open the Lines of Communication
A digital solution that connects quality and manufacturing increases visibility and accessibility of the metrics and data that matter to the collective business. But implementing reporting relationships that bring quality into the production process sooner is perhaps the most effective approach to creating an open and transparent relationship. The data generated by both quality and manufacturing is dynamic and nuanced. Appointing key personnel from both departments to participate in formal feedback loops ensures the right information is delivered to the right person at the right time – and with the proper context and clarification to leverage it properly.
In manufacturing environments and elsewhere, digital technology is proving to be the great equalizer that can break down barriers between processes, teams, data and systems across the entire business. As production operations continue their transition to digital, the burden of performing manual, repetitive and less meaningful tasks – or correcting the errors of those performed by others – is being lifted from human workers, freeing them to engage in more meaningful and innovative work that can only be accomplished when people come together. And while conflict is inevitable in any relationship, friction and differences can also lead to some of the best ideas. The key is harnessing that energy to spark innovation and positive change instead of letting it fuel unnecessary fires.


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AN artist who has spent the last five years exploring locations on Britain's south coast has produced a new book.
This seaside odyssey has resulted in a new body of work gathered in his book South by Southwest: Jeremy Gardiner Coastal Landscapes and an accompanying touring exhibition, which will come to Falmouth next year.
Gardiner has taken his inspiration not only from the natural world, which has long been a feature of his work, but from popular portrayals of the coastal landscape in travel posters, guidebooks, postcards and ViewMaster reels.
His work reflects a deep, long-term interest in the geology of landscape and how it is shaped by the forces of nature. The incorporation of tiny man-made architectural features – a lighthouse, cottage or tin mine chimney remind us how small and recent mankind's intervention has been. Gardiner's working method involves creating distinct layers of colour by building accretions of paint, collaging, scouring and sanding down in an attempt to emulate on the surface of the paintings, the effects of geological time on the terrain.
This fully illustrated book features recent paintings on panel and paper that follow Gardiner's painting expeditions from Cornwall to Kent.
The paintings are accompanied by essays provided by Andrew Lambirth, Christiana Payne, Judith LeGrove and Steve Marshall which look at Gardiner's work in the context of contemporary and historic coastal painting and the art of posters and popular guides.
The exhibition tours to Falmouth Art Gallery from March 28 to June 13.


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The smartphone revolution continued to gain momentum in 2013, with all of the tech industry's heavy hitters unveiling cutting-edge flagship handsets.
Apple characteristically stuck to its guns with the launch of the iPhone 5S, while competition heated up in the Android sector as the Samsung Galaxy S4, Google Nexus 5, Sony Xperia Z1 and HTC One all stepped up as contenders to the throne.
With smartphones expected to be among the most popular Christmas gifts this year, Digital Spy rounds up its top handsets of 2013.
6) Sony Xperia Z1
The Sony Xperia Z1 is a classy handset decked in glass-coated casing set atop of an aluminium frame, putting its polycarbonate-based rivals to shame.
A 5-inch HD display, a 2.2GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 800, and a 20.7-megapixel camera ensures that the device remains on pace in the arms race, while resistance to water and dust makes it one of the most durable handsets on the market.
Limited viewing angles are a blemish on the Xperia Z1's CV, but the device remains one of the finest premium Android handsets on the market.
> Read Digital Spy's full review of the Xperia Z1
5) Nokia Lumia 1020
The Windows Phone operating system may not be as evolved and developed as Android and iOS, but the same cannot be said of the 41-megapixel camera found on Nokia's Lumia 1020.
The Lumia 1020 has the competition firmly outgunned on the photographic front, while its build and design quality is up there with Apple's latest devices.
A dual-core 1.5GHz Qualcomm processor and 2GB of RAM ensures a speedy user experience, but the Lumia 1020's exceptional camera is what compensates for the limitations of its OS.
> Read Digital Spy's full review of the Lumia 1020
4) Samsung Galaxy S4
Much like its bitter rival Apple, Samsung also stuck to its guns with its latest flagship handset the Galaxy S4, which retains many of the design features of last year's Galaxy S3.
The Android powerhouse many be encased in low-grade plastic, but its internals ooze premium quality, from the Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor running the show to the 13-megapixel sensor bolstering its photographic capabilities.
Software features such as Air View and Smart Scroll are gimmicky inclusions, but with an impressive chipset and 5-inch HD Super AMOLED 1920×1080 display on its side, the Galaxy S4 can handle virtually any task and look good doing it.
> Check out Digital Spy's video review of the Samsung Galaxy S4
3) HTC One
The HTC One may be something of an underdog compared to some of its high-end rivals, but with premium build quality and innovative hardware features on its side, the phone is more than capable of competing where it counts.
The carefully-crafted aluminium chassis is enough to give Galaxy S4 owners a bad case of device envy, while its UltraPixel-enhanced camera is capable of out-shooting most of its counterparts in low-light conditions.
With a 1.7GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600, 2GB RAM, and a 1080p resolution on board, the HTC One stands up proud among the market leaders and remains one of the finest Android handsets we've ever used.
> Read Digital Spy's full review of the HTC One
2) iPhone 5S
Apple's iPhone 5S may not do a great deal to differentiate itself from the iPhone 5, but the incremental improvements the Cupertino firm has made result in a vastly improved user experience.
The handset is robust, yet lightweight and pocketable on the design front, while the 64-bit A7 processor at its core ensures a near-flawless performance whatever task the user is carrying out.
iOS 7 succeeds in breathing new life into Apple's long-serving operating system, the iSight camera remains among the best in the industry, and the Touch ID fingerprint scanner will delight those with a love of cutting-edge technology.
> Read Digital Spy's in-depth review of the iPhone 5S
1) Google Nexus 5
Google and LG have pulled off something truly special with the Nexus 5, putting together a high-powered Android smartphone and selling it at a bargain price.
Powered by a 2.3 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and featuring a Full HD display, the handset comes with the latest specs and starts at the mid-range price of £299.
A somewhat unpredictable camera is the phone's only real weakness, but in terms of bang-for-buck value, the Nexus 5 emerges at the top of the pile.
> Read Digital Spy's full review of the Nexus 5
As 2013 draws to a close, this is part of a weekly set of features on our favourite tech of the year. You can expect tablets, TVs, apps, set-top boxes and cameras still to come.


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James Franco was the face of the Gucci by Gucci Pour Homme, so it a matter of time before he made a film about the brand. The Director, the Franco-produced documentary about Gucci creative director Frida Giannini premiered last night at the Tribeca Film Festival.
Directed by Christine Voros, the film looks at Giannini and the house over a span of 18 months. Of working with James Franco, Voros told Refinery29 "You know, James is a really incredible collaborator and a great instigator. When he had the idea to do this film, I think part of me was like 'Gucci?!' It was sort of this daunting thing. How do I get behind the walls of Gucci? And he was like, 'You have to do this with me. You're the only one who could do this with me.' And so he's very good at pushing you off into the deep end of the pool being like, 'You can totally swim.'"
Who would have thought that this face would be the visage of artistic support and encouragement?
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I decided to make something pretty for Miss Kitty.
It's a pretty flower, but........... there's a surprise inside
There's a hunk and his name is David. David has come to treat the girls at the party to a little entertainment. He's also there to make that Marshall Dillon jealous so he'll finally get around to doing the right thing by Miss Kitty.
Don't worry, David's got his cowboy hat to keep him
covered warm.
(You should have seen me trying to explain this card to HWNSNBP who thought the hat was a button and did not get it at all. Hopefully the teapartiers will.)
Please go take a look at the gallery.
Oh, and don't let me forget - the flower idea came from a card I saw on Splitcoast by Anne Harada. Thanks for the inspiration Anne!


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Porsche aficionados are a hardcore bunch, especially when it comes to talking about their race cars. That includes the legendary Porsche 911 (993) that was en vogue from 1993 to 1998.
These days, the company has a number of race variants in its line-up, including the 911 GT2 and as always the case when it comes to comps, it was inevitable to see the company put the two cars to task in a nice primer video.
In this video, you're going to be hearing from Porsche's chief driving consultant, Gordon Robertson, as he gives us an inside perspective on the two race models, even going so far as demonstrating the differences between two. It's a worthwhile watch that lasts a little under five minutes so make time for it.
It's hard not to have your interests piqued, especially when somebody that knows Porsche's inside and out talks about two cars that are considered pillars of the company's iconic 911 line.
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They say "an apple does not fall far from the tree" and HATRIOT are ready to prove this by dropping "From Days Unto Darkness", filled with the trademark Souza vocals. Although, this time around, it is Cody instead of Steve doing the singing, and man, he sounds great. METAL KAOZ had Cody Souza on Skype and, despite the sound issues, managed to have the following discussion. Read on and get your Thrash mood primed.
Hey Cody, welcome to METAL KAOZ!
Hi Dimitris, how are you?
I am good, man, thank you for asking.
I read your review; I appreciate your kind words. Thank you.
Absolutely, I really like the album. How does it feel that in about 12 days "Days Unto Darkness" will be released?
It feels pretty good, it has been a long album-process. Obviously, it has been some time since our last release, so it feels good to keep the thing going, and also feels good to hear the kind words people have said so far. We just enjoy being back at it again.
At what point did the band make the decision that Steve, your father, would not be able to handle the vocals in both EXODUS and HATRIOT?
We had a few shows lined up - I think one of those was with D.R.I. but can't remember the other one - and EXODUS had something like a flash tour. So, we were in practice one day - I think my father was already on the road - because we did not want to cancel the shows and I started singing into the microphone; most probably, it was one month before the D.R.I. gig in San Jose where I did my debut. I just started mimicking his sounds [Steve's] and making a few new ones on top of it, tweaking things here and there. And you could see my brother with his jaw dropped like "oh my god, you sound a lot like dad". And I kind of learned to play and sing at the same time. So, this is how it started.
So, this album is your debut as a singer?
On an album, yeah.
Oh my, because, frankly, one could easily fool me that your father is actually singing in this album too, aside from the growling parts.
Exactly, yeah. We are definitely singing in the same vein because obviously "monkey sees, monkey does" but I mix a lot of his vocal styles with some modern singer too. It sounds like him but younger and more energetic.
That makes sense. I guess, disbanding the band was never discussed, right?
No, we just continue to move on the same direction. This band is like a family project with the addition of Kosta [V.], our guitar player, who has been there since the beginning of HATRIOT and with whoever is playing the other guitar... No, I am joking, we are really happy with Kevin [Paterson]. So yeah, we just continue to strife forward, you know.
Now that you mentioned Kevin, I had made a mistake in the album review (it has been fixed) where I have Justin instead of Kevin…
Yeah, Justin was not part of this one; he helped to do some during the writing process but at the end of the day, he was busy with his own endeavors. He is still a good friend of ours, but yeah, Kevin is in the band now and he is doing a great job.
My question had more do to with how much Kevin was involved in the making of "Days Unto Darkness".
Not too much to be honest. He was more involved into overseeing the album coming out, because most of the material had already been written. Kosta writes all the new material.
And my guess is that Kosta had a lot of material, considering that the album took so much time.
You are right, he had a lot of material and, as you said, we had a lot of time to make sure that the vocals were still in the vein we wanted them to be. We took our time with it, although we also have personal endeavors, like people finishing school, making career changes and this stuff comes first, you know.
Absolutely. The press release that came with the album says that the band had more freedom in this album.
Definitely; it wasn't what pops [Steve] necessarily wanted at every given moment. It was more like a band's decision, not that it wasn't like that before, but he was definitely the driving voice. And because of that, we had more freedom to add a younger flavor to it.
Was Steve kind of a control freak? (laughs)
No, man (laughs) he was not like that. There were certain ways he wanted to fit his vocal style and this is totally understandable, if you know what I mean. There was no dictatorship - I don't want to get such a message out. It was a splash of young with the old with him, and now, it is more like youthful with a splash of the old. The band is still on the same vein.
I totally get it and obviously I was joking. Now, that you listen to the finished product, do you see the band trying different stuff in the future? Experimenting a bit more?
When bands can go off the deep end when they do that, if you know that I mean. We are definitely going to explore more and we have a close group of friends getting opinions here and there. Pops is also part of that and, you know, it's got to sound like HATRIOT moving forward - at least some degree of it. I mean, you won't be hearing Classical music in the middle of a song.
Sometimes, bands end up being bound by their own sound and are not "allowed" to change anything.
Yeah, I know exactly what you are talking about. There are definitely more Death Metal influences in this one but the transition feels natural in a sense, because you can still understand it is the same band. Technically, there are no constraints, I mean, music has no rules.
I agree 100%. What about the lyrics in the album? Did you write everything?
I don't have the entire list in front of me but I would say that I wrote 1/3 of them, maybe a little more than that. My brother wrote a few, Kosta wrote one and dad wrote one. I would say it was a collaborative effort like I did "Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed", "Carnival Of Execution", "Ethereal Nightmare", among others, and Kosta did "Organic Remains".
Now that you said that Kosta did "Organic Remains", it makes sense to me because this song is one of the longest and rather complicated tracks. In fact, this became a favorite from the album.
Yeah, it seems that a lot of people are digging that one, for sure.
Kosta was let loose on that one, right?
Dude, he is an animal (laughs)…
Is there a connection between the lyrics and the album's cover artwork?
The overall theme of the album is still very HATRIOT-like; we have Horror movie titles, titles on domestic violence still on the Horror movie, not that we promote domestic violence in any way, but the album highlights some of the atrocities of mankind. For example, "Carnival Of Execution" is about how people enjoy watching boxing, bull fights… I mean, people like gore, so it is kind of a tribute to that. We just write about stuff that - you know - are fuckin' Heavy and Thrash Metal related. We have fun with it.
You could also throw the social media into "Carnival Of Execution", although it is a bit of a different kind of arena, if you know what I am saying.
On a different note, do you know for where can we get the vinyl edition of "From Days Unto Darkness" here in the US?
I heard that the US is coming a little bit late as far as the hard copies are concerned. I actually want one badly but I haven't gotten on yet, but once that happens, I will drop a line at the social media. I am not sure to be honest. Sometimes they chose to do a limited print afterwards but I need to ask the management to know for sure.
Cool, I'll stay tuned. And speaking of the social media, I saw that you are about to drop another single online.
Yeah, I am kind of teasing towards to that one. I don't think I am allowed to reveal the song title but it will be a Thrasher for sure.
Any videos on the making?
There are ideas and speculation about making actual videos and I believe the next one will be a lyric video. We want to do a music video and there are talks about this, but I cannot say much.
What are the touring plans for this album?
We are trying to do some over the weekend because we all have major careers and therefore, we cannot just say "I am going to go on a long tour" and come back to get paid.
I guess, you are talking about the US, right?
Yes, but there are also talks about playing in Europe, like doing the end of the year festivals like we did before - that would have been cool - but we need to look into that.
Thank you, Cody, for your time. My apologies about the quality of the sound; it was not my intention to sound like a Death Metal singer.
No problem, man, keep it Death Metal (laughs). Thank you for the interview.


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We have had so many people on the waitlist for our Beginners Series we have added a Sunday 4-5pm Yoga for Beginners Class that will start on February 10– taught by longtime teacher Paula Purpur.
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SAGINAW, Mich. (AP) 02/10— A man who stabbed a Michigan police dog in the head during a hostage situation was fatally shot by officers inside a home,
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CHICKAMAUGA, Ga. (AP) 07/10 — Authorities say a Georgia sheriff's deputy shot and killed his K9 partner of four years after the dog suddenly attacked him.Read more »
SNELLVILLE, Ga. (AP) 05/24 — A police K9 in Georgia suddenly fell ill while chasing a suspect and died.
News outlets report the Gwinnett County police dog named Eli was working with his handler in Snellville on Thursday when he began to show symptoms believed to be heat-related.
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) 04/20 — A 30-year-old parole violator faces up to five years in prison when sentenced for killing a police dog, a crime that helped prompt lawmakers to increase the possible sentence in such cases.Read more »
ALEXANDRIA, N.H. (AP) 04/04 — New Hampshire State Police say they've arrested a couple suspected in an armed home invasion.
A homeowner in Alexandria told police a man and a woman wearing ski masks entered Thursday,
BOISE, Idaho (AP) 02/02 — A company has filed a lawsuit against Idaho State Police and Ada County after authorities seized nearly 7,000 pounds of cannabis from a truck headed to Colorado,Read more »
VACAVILLE, Calif. (AP) 01/15 — Northern California authorities say a man was fatally shot by police after he stabbed two people and set a home on fire,Read more »
DECATUR, Ga. (AP) 12/14 — A Georgia police officer and a suspect died Thursday night after a traffic stop led to a foot chase and shooting just east of Atlanta,Read more »
DETROIT (AP) 11/12 — A vigil has been held for a man who authorities say was shot and killed by officers after fatally shooting a police dog in suburban Detroit.Read more »
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) 10/02 — Florida authorities say a teenager has been charged in the armed carjacking that killed a German shepherd police dog named Fang.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) 09/29 — The city of St. Paul has agreed to pay $520,000 to a woman who was attacked by a police dog last year as she was taking out her trash,
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BARNSTABLE, Mass. (AP) 04/13 — A K-9 officer has been shot and killed while serving a warrant at a Massachusetts home and a suspect has been taken into custody.Read more »
By SUMMER BALLENTINE, Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) 02/13 — Missouri lawmakers on Monday voted down a bill that would have increased the penalties for killing or injuring police dogs after a bipartisan group of mainly black legislators spoke out against it.
BOSCAWEN, N.H. (AP) 01/24 — A New Hampshire man has been charged with resisting arrest and biting a police dog.
Police say the man unsuccessfully tried to hide under a pile of clothes to evade arrest over the weekend and then put the police dog in a chokehold and bit it on the head.
PITTSBURGH (AP) 12/11 — The family of a Pennsylvania man who fatally stabbed a police dog and then was killed by transit police officers is suing over his death.Read more »
DENISE LAVOIE, AP Legal Affairs Writer BOSTON (AP) 06/01 — Police dogs simply follow their noses to sniff out narcotics. But inhaling powerful opioids can be deadly,
JEFF KAROUB and COREY WILLIAMS, Associated Press DETROIT (AP) 11/24 — A Wayne State University police officer has died a day after he was shot in the head while on patrol near the campus in Detroit.
DELTONA, Fla. (AP) 11/23 — Investigators say a fugitive fatally shot a police dog that was chasing him in central Florida.
Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson tells local news outlets the dog named Forrest was shot Tuesday evening while chasing a man who started shooting at deputies.
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Saturn has received quite a number of negative reviews in traditional astrology: above all, it is associated with "karma" (of the "burdensome" type), past life "sins" one has to duly pay for, physical deformities, moral incongruence, and basically all that is associated with "pain" and "grief". Let's look at Natal Saturn from a different angle:
As some branches of Vedic astrology would declare, Saturn is to be feared and respected as the "Lord of Karma" which would "deny" or "delay" certain pleasures of life. However, most Vedic texts do include certain "remedies" (mantras or charitable actions) that can appease Saturn's wrath and harshness, especially as it transits sensitive points of the birth chart.
In psychological astrology, however, Natal Saturn is usually associated with familial, social and behavioral "conditioning" formed in the psyche of the individual during the early phase of life (specifically, before the first "Saturn Return" at around the age 29). The individual is then encouraged to gain awareness of the existence of such "default" psychological patterns in order to be able to modify or disregard them before embarking on the path of "individuation".
Additionally, some schools of psychological astrology would consider Natal Saturn as an "impetus" for "growth", i.e. as a slow and steady dosage of healthy "distress" which would eventually "push" the individual to go beyond a certain "obstacle" in a particular area of the psyche in hopes of achieving a level of "mastery" in that area. In this sense, one's initial "weakness" as symbolized by the condition of Saturn in the natal chart, can very well lead to "excellence" and even "recognition" over time.
Yet, a third approach is also possible: in evolutionary astrology, Natal Saturn mostly denotes the "method" through which one constructs one's "conscious" experience, as well as one's probable "quality" and "form" of "consciousness". It is important to recall that in evolutionary astrology, Uranus denotes the individual "unconscious" mind. Chiron is probably a tentative "bridge" between the "unconscious" and "conscious" areas of the psyche. Saturn, however, stands for whatever that enters the full grasp of "consciousness" after being filtered through (or "leaking from") the "unconscious" sphere. In this sense, Saturn is a symbol of all we "construct" and "maintain" consciously, be it habits, conditioning, or just the "way" we "build" our world or "defend" our perception of it in general.
Additionally, because of the fact that Saturn rules Capricorn which stands in opposition to Cancer, the sign associated with "mother", Saturn can also stand for the disciplining and conditioning aspect of "father", which is different from the creative and encouraging aspect of "father" symbolized by the Sun.
It is also important to understand that "father" does not necessarily refer to the male parent, as it is a word used in evolutionary astrology to refer to the parent or parental figure who is primarily associated with educating the child with regards to the notions of "right" and "wrong", conditioning the child to behave in socially acceptable ways, and preparing the child for encountering the outside world. In contrast, "mother" is the parent or parental figure, male or female, who primarily has the role of "nurturing" the child and offering "emotional" protection to him or her in a rather unconditional manner. Ideally speaking, through a healthy interaction of Cancer and Capricorn archetypes (Moon and Saturn), the individual will feel loved at home, and also will be able to respect the Law and function within a moral framework in society.
What do I think about Natal Saturn?
Personally, I understand this planetary energy as that which gives finitude to the infinite (Neptune). As human consciousness relative to Earthly experience can only happen within certain boundaries in order to have an individual significance, Saturn makes us live only one life out of many possible lives.* This is precisely for us to make that one life as personal as possible, and to "see" only one world out of many possible worlds, in order for us to make that world a familiar place we can safely operate within (Polarity point of Cancer, relative to Capricorn which is the sign ruled by Saturn). In other words, Saturn is that line which is masterfully drawn in the sand of infinity in order to create a unique shape which only resembles us and nobody else.
In this sense, Natal Saturn is as vital in our individuation process as the Natal Sun: it shows how far the light of our Sun can travel before leaving the visible horizon, and thus how far we can reach out to create (Sun) anything which is tangible enough to be seen, recognized, and rewarded. As the Sun inspires and Saturn defines, the individual will have two wings to fly to the zenith of Human actualization of his or her God-given potential.
As a general rule, the area of the chart dominated by Saturn usually points to an initial inhibition, and yet a life-long potential for achieving excellence will exist in precisely the same area. Furthermore, the condition of Saturn in the birth chart would indicate how one's "consciousness" forms and functions, as well as how the disciplining aspect of the "father" figure was perceived. In reading the following posts, it is vital to keep in mind that what will be presented will be a very general outline of the possible implications of certain Saturn placements and configurations, as Saturn has very specific implications in each natal chart (specially in tandem with the Sun), and one rule cannot possibly apply to all.
What will come next?
In the next post, I will address Saturn in the First House, in Aries, or in association with planet Mars, as well as the opposite polarity of Saturn in the Seventh House, in Libra, or in association with planet Venus. That post will be followed by more posts, covering Saturn in all the Signs and Houses of the birth chart, as well Saturn in aspect to other planets.
* "An unlimited life does not make you exist, but a limited one makes a big presence." I Ching, Hexagram 54
If you are interested in understanding your own birth chart or if you have specific questions, you can book a consultation or take a class.


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In August we began preparations for the 2nd of my "Bead Packet Design Challenges." I selected hand-made pottery art beads from the wonderful collection of Natalie Pappas of NKPBeads. There is one large red scrolled bead and two sage-green beads to go with it. Then I added white fossil beads in the color "natural" and red howlite to complement the art beads.
- Please leave a comment on this blog page Sat or Sun (Oct. 27-28) and indicate you want to be included in drawing for a chance to win a gift certificate to Sharyl's Jewelry!) The winner will be announced here Monday!
- Natalie Pappas will also be drawing a name from among designers to determine a gift from her store, NKP Designs. All participating designers' names will go into that drawing unless you indicate you would prefer it not. I'm rather assuming you would all like to win! :-) Check Natalie's blog for updates!
(Sunday Update:
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The transfer of the current store in the Aupark shopping center in Bratislava to new premises enabled O2 Slovakia to open its largest store with an area of 170 m².
There is a self-service zone in the store where computers with self-service application My O2 is available for customers. Here they can handle most of the requirements without the assistance of the staff. However, if necessary, an assistant is also available to help. Milan Morávek, Sales and Customer Service Director of O2 Slovakia, said:
"The brand store in OC Aupark will be our "top" store in many ways. This is where the broadest portfolio of hardware and accessories is on display, and we also expect to be able to service the largest number of customers from all our stores."
At the same time, O2 has introduced a modern assisted self-service system that makes work easier for shop assistants and call centers as well as customers. The operator has been developing this system for several years, and the main aim was to make the technical process the shorter part of the customer service while focusing more on analyzing their specific needs.
"The specific feature of our self-service system is a simple and intuitive environment in which the customer can serve himself on his own or with minimal assistance. The principle of assisted self-service expresses our values of fairness and transparency. This system is more advantageous not only for our customers but also for our employees. Another goal was to unburden our people, so they can spend more time focusing on products, services, and customer needs. We wish our employees to be considered advisors and guides more than ordinary dealers," said Milan Morávek.
As part of the assisted self-service, O2 offers tablet service in the new store, which allows the customer to be served not only at the desk but anywhere in the shop, for example in the comfort of a sofa. This increases the comfort of the customers when fulfilling their requirement.
At the same time, it makes it possible for consultants to be on the move, creating service dynamics that is unique among telecommunication operators.
Space itself was created in collaboration with an expert on social marketing Marian Gečevský who provided the store with a "customer journey" story. It is based on the logical sequence of steps from the first impression of the customer when entering the shop through the moment of service to the customer's impression from the space itself.
As in other stores, the newly opened O2 store will use the services of the award-winning Slovak IT company Pygmalios. It is dedicated to analyzing customer behavior in real time. Pygmalios' analytical data helps O2, among other areas, to dimension the retail space so that their entire capacity is utilized and the customer is intuitively oriented from the very first entry.
"O2 is perceived as an innovator in the IT innovation industry, supporting interesting Slovak IT projects. We are grateful that we have been given trust as a leading innovation. In O2 stores, we are engaged in analyzing customer experience and thus helping improve the quality of customer experience. What makes a store successful is a whole set of factors. That is why the new store concept was also based on the analysis of behavior patterns in the original store so that O2 could bring a truly new, added value to the customer. The opening of the new store is proof of how intensively O2 is working to improve customer experience with the help of the latest technology," says Michal Tomčík, co-founder of Pygmalios.
"We have been working with Pygmalios for a long time. In particular, our goal is to improve customer care and customer experience, for example, by reducing the average waiting time or customer service. We also monitor more efficiently our workforce capacities planning in the store, the store attractiveness to the surroundings, or the effective planning of opening hours," says Milan Morávek.
Therefore, the analysis of these data should primarily aim at increasing customer satisfaction and adapting to specific needs that vary based on the particular geographic location of the operation. "We know what's happening in the store without having a calling system that is restrictive to the customer and does not allow him to move freely around the store. The customer does not have to wait for his order number to be called up, but the consultant will pick him up personally on his walk through the shop," adds Morávek.
The new store will serve not only the customers but also its employees, who will find an inspiring and comfortable space in it. There will be 14 consultants working under the supervision of the store manager in the newly opened store, which will increase the service capacity by almost 30%.


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COLUMBUS — The Reds gave up nothing.
And like Michael Bradley said needed to happen in Tuesday night's Eastern Conference final, Toronto FC left MAPFRE Stadium "with something."
That "something" was feeling good about their chances of returning to MLS Cup.
A goalless draw in front of a frustrated Rust Belt crowd provided Toronto FC a decided advantage over the Columbus Crew in this two-leg series.
Without the services of both Jozy Altidore and Sebastian Giovinco, the Reds stymied Columbus in their venue, playing conservatively in a hard fought draw to make them overwhelming favourites to claim another conference crown.
"Zero-zero is not a perfect result," coach Greg Vanney said modestly. "A perfect result would have been us getting a road goal. We have to go back to Toronto and win the (second leg).
"We'll be at home in front of our fans and in our stadium and we'll play to win the game."
What mattered this night was surviving this opening leg without key pieces.
Mission accomplished. And, now, the Reds will get a massive injection when their two leading scorers return from suspension next week.
"We're an entirely different team with them on the field," Vanney said of the Atomic Ant and Altidore.
"It will add something different for them in terms of what they have to deal with. I don't know how much that gives us an edge or whatever, but I know we're a different team when they're on the field."
The Crew knew as much coming into this fixture.
They knew they needed to grab a series lead while playing at home against a TFC side that appeared out-of-form and frustrated and uncertain following a scare from the New York Red Bulls.
Instead, the Reds showed up here Tuesday night determined to implement a tactical plan that included giving almost nothing away at the expense of going forward.
Vanney surprised everyone by rolling out a lopsided 4-1-4-1 formation, with Michael Bradley quarterbacking in front of the back line and Nicolas Hasler featuring on the right side of midfield.
In moving away from their customary 3-5-2 system, Toronto's lineup wrinkle stymied the Crew through an opening 45 minutes in which the hosts produced just a single shot on target.
Bradley — boo'd all night in-between "Save the Crew" chants — was the best player on the pitch, clogging up passing lanes and expertly distributing all over the pitch without the services of Altidore and Giovinco.
"I thought (Bradley) did a great job. I think our setup was good for the day given the guys we had," Vanney said.
"He did a good job manipulating our guys defensively and also just doing a good job of controlling the pace for rust — which is what we wanted. We wanted to come in here and have at least our fair share of possession."
The Crew didn't produce their first real opportunity until minutes into the second half, when Pedro Santos latched onto a through-ball in behind TFC's defence before he went down under a challenge from Alex Bono.
Referee Robert Sabiga awarded advantage, allowing Columbus poacher Ola Kamara a brief look at an open net before TFC's Drew Moor recovered in time to clear away Kamara's open look from an angle.
Desperate to break the deadlock, the Crew became more extended and desperate through the final 20 minutes, leaving themselves open as they went in search of a goal that would have provided an edge.
Artur nearly found the decisive strike in the 72nd minute when he pushed into space 30 metres from goal before blistering an effort that worried a diving Bono before the attempt inches wide of the upper corner.
The Reds, meanwhile, sold out with a quarter-hour remaining, playing for a goalless finish that provided them with the advantage heading back to BMO for Leg 2 next week.
Vanney replaced midfielder Marky Delgado with Eriq Zavaleta, shoring things up at the back in a match that didn't see TFC attempt a shot on goal. Defensive specialist Armando Cooper replaced Hasler minutes later.
Bizarrely, the Reds have produced just a single shot on goal over two playoff games — a nod to Bradley's pre-game comments about "winning games in different ways."
Struggling to break though, the Crew's Kekuta Manneh took a page out of Artur's book with 10 minutes remaining, cutting inside before striking an effort that flashed wide of the near post.
The big moment arrived in the 85th minute following a miss-clearance from Drew Moor that sat up perfectly for Harrison Afful to get a clean strike from 10 metres at Bono, who stood tall to push aside the point-blank attempt.
A follow-up attempt from Manneh looked destined to bulge the net before Zavaleta stepped forward for a huge block that kept things even.
"Alex has been great," Vanney added. "We talk about it every game now. It seems at some point it will be expected. In the playoffs on the road you're going to need your goalkeeper to come up with something."
Threatened again minutes from the end, Bono smothered a cross from Federico Higuain after the Argentina playmaker had found space along the right edge of the penalty area.
The Crew's Justin Meram had one final chance in stoppage-time when he walked in alone before shanking his right-footed effort wide of Bono's back post, causing a nervous groan from holdout MAPFRE Stadium.
The listless Reds won't mind producing nothing going forward. They'll get Altidore and Giovinco back when this series returns to Toronto a week from now.
Toronto FC dismantled the Crew 5-0 — without Altidore and Giovinco — when the fledgling franchise visiting BMO Field back in May.
Now they'll return home knowing any win will see them host MLS Cup for the second consecutive season.
They'll feel good about their odds.


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September 03, 2018
Originally posted 2018-11-19 11:19:23
By Tikwiza Nkowane | www.amdlawgroup.com
What would you say if someone told you to protect your personality? The first thing you would probably think about is why would someone do that?! The answer is social media, particularly YouTubers. YouTube was activated on Monday, February 14, 2005, and since then, it has been used as more than a platform to share video content. Now the platform is used to make money, whether as a full-time, or money on the side.
Many YouTubers make money off of their personalities and identities and are known for having a YouTube personality. Just as Nike, Adidas, Apple, or Google are brands, they also have personality. So why not protect your YouTube personality?
Brand personality is a set of human characteristics that are attributed to a brand name and something that a consumer can relate to. This means your brand personality is what makes you money when you are selling or promoting a product. When people use YouTube, they do so with their own personality. They produce content that is tangible, which under Copyright law, is immediately protected, if the work is their own, and they have not infringed on someone else's copyright.
Take, for example, someone demonstrating an exercise, walking you through their travels, or simply uploading a short story every day, told online in a particularly unique style, both in content and in vocally. Those videos are copyrighted. The personality of the individual becomes part of their brand identity. The importance of maintaining a healthy brand would be a high priority for individuals who wish to use YouTube as a platform for earning money.
As identity can include all forms of communication and visuals such as logos, colors or fonts, most YouTubers have a specific way of demonstrating what they want to do. Maintaining a brand, not only means being aware of the content you post but also knowing and making sure your content is not used without your authorization. Every step should be considered to protect your brand. Your YouTube content may be only 30 seconds in length, but you may have over 3 million views, because of how you have used your personality and created a brand for yourself, which is now the channel that is attracting attention. Isn't this worth protecting? Most people would say yes. It would be hard to see your work being taken from under you after spending time having created a very catchy video.
As social media platforms are used as part of everyone's daily life, maintaining a healthy brand is always beneficial. So, if you are thinking that you may have something special that you want to post on YouTube as a channel or other content, consider maintaining your brand, and protecting your rights from being infringed by others!


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Ideas And Tricks On How To Cope With Stress
Even although we all have stress every working day, there are many issues you can do to lessen its results. If remaining unchecked, anxiety can amplify over time and flip into nervousness. Anxiety can simply result in unnecessary pressure on your human body and then you may get unwell. Proceed on to understand about the ways anxiety can hurt your human body, and how you can effectively deal with it.
It is critical to find out coping skills that will aid you manage everyday pressure. Pressure can be a large lead to of anxiousness. You need to have to discover how to delegate duties, which will help alleviate the anxiety and pressures from operate and home. Also, give yourself time to unwind at the finish of the working day.
Audio can ease your anxiousness. When you begin to truly feel gripped by stress, try popping in your favored CD or tuning into your favored radio station. Adhere to the music, actively playing every single note in your head. This can distract you from your stress, which can help you to overlook about what was pressure you out. Maintaining your thoughts concentrated on some thing else goes a prolonged way towards relieving nervousness.
Exercising each and every working day to unwind your nerves, and to ensure that your stress does not overwhelm you. The endorphins developed by working out assist you to keep a good frame of mind and get your head absent from troubles that are bothersome and cause pressure. Normal workout is also dependable for an improve in your feelings of effectively-getting.
This post should have revealed you that pressure and anxiety is not one thing that you may possibly want, but you may have to deal with them. It is not possible to eradicate all the tension in daily life, so you need to find out how to handle nerve-racking scenarios. Internalize the strategies for dealing with pressure, so that you will be equipped to offer with it properly.


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Hello; I have an interest in HR and law in general. I'm not a lawyer but I've studied and practice HR on a regular basis.
I'll probably stick around as I have many legal questions that come into my head on a regular basis.
I also wish to keep my game up so I'm always 100% with all the labor laws.
Some of my non-legal interests are swimming and reading history / science book.
I also have a BA in Philosophy, which I found has helped me more in the HR field than my HR degree due to critical thinking skills and always questioning policies and procedures.


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One of the pieces of equipment that we recommend on all our hiking vacations is hiking (also called trekking) poles. If you can't remember why we recommend them so highly (no, we don't own a Leki franchise) then read this blog on the 10 uses of hiking poles. So assuming we have sold you on why they are so critical, the next question is how to get them to your destination. Basically you have four choices:
- Send them ahead to your destination, either by US post or UPS. The chances they'll get there are quite high. The only downsides are that it takes more advance planning and costs money.
- Put them in your checked baggage. If they don't fit into your suitcase when they are collapsed, pull them completely apart. Also make sure to cover the tips with duct tape or something to keep the points from ripping your clothes or suitcases to shreds. The likelihood they will get there is quite high and it takes no advance planning. If you would otherwise not be checking your bags, then the additional cost is the baggage fee you'll have to pay unless you're traveling on Southwest.
- Pull your poles completely apart and put them in your carry on luggage (if your luggage is designed to fit the requirements of carry on baggage, they will just fit). The main drawback to this is that TSA may not let them through. One of our guides recently made inquiries at three diffferent airports. She talked to the head TSA honcho at each one and they all told her that hiking poles do not fall within TSA guidelines of allowed carry-ons, since they are over 7 inches and have a sharp point. Personally I have carried them on this way over a dozen times and I have never been stopped (except in Europe). But it could happen - and if carrying them on is going to make you feel nervous and guilty, don't bother trying it. If it doesn't, then leave yourself enough time to go back and check them through if you're stopped. The advantages are that your hiking poles will definitely get there and it won't cost anything. The downside is that you could get stopped and have to go check your bag.
- Wrap them in socks, stick them in your daypack, and sashay on through (see the picture). This should not work! I was absolutely shocked when someone on a hiking trip did this exact thing. I can't say I recommend it but everyone has their own tolerance for risk!
So here are four ways to transport your poles on your hiking vacations. There are only two serious mistakes you can make: 1) not bringing trekking poles; and even more serious - 2) not going on hiking vacations!


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Yet Another Overvalued Report
A study released last week by Global Insight and National City Corporation titled House Prices in America concludes that in 71 metropolitan areas representing 39 percent of the total value of single family homes in the country those homes were extremely overvalued in the first quarter of 2006. This is an increase from the fourth quarter of 2005 when 64 markets representing 36 percent of national home value earned this designation. It is even more striking to compare the most recent data to the first quarter of 2004 when this same study deemed that overvaluation was insignificant and only three metropolitan areas and only 1 percent of all single family home values were thought to be out of line with reality. The study's designers consider that areas where home prices are in excess of 34 percent over what they determine to be real prices are excessively overvalued.Here's the summary:
Here's a graph derived from the data in Appendix A for some California regions:
According to this report, today's $779,700 house in San Francisco, were it not overvalued, would cost $461,582.


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Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Room with a View
Although we had a bit of hotel drama over the weekend, everything worked out fine. Plus, this was the view from our hotel balcony!
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I have recently started to have very painful hands (one much worse than the other). The pads at the base of the fingers are swollen and hot to touch. If I clench my fist it is very painful and on occasions the ring finger gets stuck in a bent position and I have to tease it back to position.
Does anybody get anything like this? I visited my GP today and he didn't seem to be sure what it is. He suggested that it could be arthritic changes or neuropathic pain linked to my diabetes. I am not much wiser and still in pain.
I would be interested to hear from anyone.


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Call Accounting Software Means Big Savings
Telecommunications are necessary for the success of any company. However, the technology can also become very expensive to have in place, with some companies spending an exorbitant amount of money on it every month. To make matters worse, managing telephone bills is often an overlooked area in many companies, meaning that some organizations are regularly losing revenue every month. Inaccurate call slips and poor record keeping eventually add up to heavy losses in revenue.
One of the reasons tracking calls is often overlooked by businesses is because it's very labor intensive. Without any tech in place, employees can only manually record calls and then match each call to the phone bill before manually posting them to the office billing system.
However, call accounting software can alleviate the tediousness of recording calls manually. Call accounting allows organizations to record, organize and analyze all telephone activity. That includes all incoming, outgoing, local long distance and international calls, making it the perfect option for companies of all sizes. Most systems can even provide information such as date and time of the call, telephone number dialed, city and state, length and cost of the call and the user/extension making the call.
The automatic gathering of this information not only relieves employees of these tasks, but also gives management the ability to easily generate reports on demand. Additionally, by analyzing the information, everyone can gain a better understanding of how exactly the telephone systems are being used. Are employees using the phones for work business only, or are they making personal calls as well?
Generally speaking, in life knowledge is power. Call accounting allows managers to keep tabs on their phone systems to see what's actually happening in the office. If phones are not being used appropriately, the problem can be addressed. And if phones are being used for some purposes more than others, then managers can make the necessary adjustments to charges.
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INTERNATIONAL: Prioritising planned developments in the 1 520 mm gauge area and co-ordinating efforts to create a better environment for Eurasian rail customers are the main themes of the XI International Rail Business Forum 1520 Strategic Partnership, which is being held in Sochi on June 1–3. The event has brought 1 300 people from more than 35 countries to the Russian resort.
In his opening speech, Russian Railways President Oleg Belozerov emphasised that the main challenge was to create an integrated infrastructure platform for international traffic in the 1520 mm gauge area, which covers the former Soviet Union, Finland and Mongolia, with extensions into neighbouring countries. He also highlighted two international developments of particular importance to RZD: the Allegro passenger service between St Petersburg and Helsinki, and the company's joint venture projects in Indonesia.
Negative trends included economic sanctions on Russia, with a 30% reduction in imports including a 41% drop in imports from the EU, and a 37% decline in transit rail freight. As a result of this, he explained, RZD would now focus on the Asia-Pacific region to develop the Primorye 1 and Primorye 2 transport corridors between its far eastern regions and China. RZD is also focusing on the 7 200 km North-South corridor from St Petersburg to Mumbai via Iran. On June 2 it signed a tripartite agreement with the national railways of Iran and Azerbaijan for further development of the North-South corridor. The first Bandar Abbas – Moscow container train is expected to run shortly.
RZD also signed an agreement with Kazakhstan's KTZ for co-operation on the electronic interchange of international freight consignment notes and communications with customs authorities. A similar agreement had previously been signed with Belarusian Railways. An annex covers the protection of confidential commercial and technical information.


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Open Meditation Practice and Dharma Talk
December 11, 2010 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
We invite you to attend a brief Dharma talk and meditation practice led by Lama Laia from Padma Samye Ling monastery and retreat center. This is the first of a monthly series of PBC practice and study gatherings to be held in Ithaca.This will be followed by a vegetarian potluck.
Contact Karen at 607-624-9290 or Tenzin at 607-280-8619 for information.