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Distributors often tell us that sales reps tend to offer inventory-control solutions like vending reactively rather than proactively. This means that rather than reaching out to customers and confidently offering the solution, they are only providing it as an option when the customer asks (which is sometimes in response to a competitor swooping in with the offer of a free machine).
This is unfortunate because inventory-control solutions like vending should be one of the first programs that sales reps offer to your customers because of the positive impact they can have on customer retention, new business and increased spend. What's more, it's harder for larger companies to compete with the personalized approach independents can take to this service.
Distributors need powerful selling tools that set them apart. We believe non-retail vending programs that drive inventory control are one such tool. Here's why:
Increased sales. A distributor is almost never getting 100% of a customer's business. If you are already working with a customer, the additional business required to make vending implementation worthwhile is a no brainer. We've seen upward of $10,000 in additional business secured each month by distributors who have prioritized growing wallet share as part of their inventory-management and vending programs. Customers are motivated to increase their business with you because of the goodwill of a well-serviced machine.
Once customers grasp the benefits of inventory management through vending, which often includes inventory-consumption reductions of more than 30%, even the most reluctant ones will be eager to shift spend. One of our distributors was astonished to see a sales increase of "at least 40%" in one customer after placing a vending machine. The results speak for themselves and naturally lead to increased sales. That's good for the sales rep, and it's good for the company.
Ease of implementation. Many sales reps falsely believe that industrial vending machines are complicated and difficult to get up and running. But not all machines are created equal. Some are actually plug-and-play and meet the requirements for inventory control that your customers are looking for.
For distributors' sales reps, that means less time invested in configuring machines and customer trainings and more time reaping the benefits of industrial vending. Software training can be accomplished in short, online sessions and hardware installation can be competed independently of a supplier visit. Sales reps shouldn't fear vending implementation or use that as an excuse to not push vending as an option for many customers.
Ease of management. Distribution sales reps wear many hats and have busy schedules. Many sales reps avoid selling vending because they are afraid the burden of management and in-person inventory counts will fall to them, reducing the amount of time they have available to develop new business. That assumption couldn't be further from the truth.
In reality, cloud-based inventory-control software tracks on-hand inventory online, saving reps the trouble of visiting customers in person to conduct manual inventory counts. The software enables automatic reordering and reduces stock-outs which saves sales reps from investing time in heroic recoveries and writing purchase orders. Sales efficiencies and the ease of managing vending machines make up for the minimal time spent re-stocking machines.
Distributors who implement inventory-control programs through vending tell us time and time again that the investment is well worth the effort up front. By educating sales reps on the benefits to be gained, they can move from being your biggest obstacles to your best sellers.
Mark Hill has 40 years' experience in industrial distribution and vending. He is the founder of vending machine and inventory control software company 1sourcevend. Learn more at 1sourcevend.com or contact him at [email protected]


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Global FC and Ceres-La Salle FC destroyed their respective semifinal opponents to forge a title showdown in the Philippine Football Federation-SMART National Club Championships Tuesday at the Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City.
United Football League powerhouse Global, representing the Leyte Football Association, steamrolled Flame United FC of Cavite with a 9-nil aggregate win in the two-legged semifinals.
Reigning national club champion Ceres of Negros Occidental drubbed Benguet State University, 16-1, in their own semifinal series.
Before the semifinals, Global and Ceres also pulled off lopsided victories in their earlier matches before reaching the championship round.
Global was initially ruled out of the tournament after the PFF disqualified the Leyte FA for fielding the UFL squad in the tournament. But the club was later allowed to join the competition.
The tournament also provided an opportunity for Global to play star striker Rufo Sanchez, who received a one-year ban by the UFL following a dispute for his rights. He scored three goals during the squad's blowout victory in the semifinals.
Ceres, led by national team member Joshua Beloya, earned a shot to defend its title after beating more favored UFL squads during its Cinderella run to the crown in the tournament's last edition.
Global and Ceres will dispute the national club crown in the two-legged finals on Thursday and Saturday at the Panaad Stadium.

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105.18 SYNOPSIS: Three years after the disappearance, Jared receives an Afghan from Michaela's parents while revealing his engagement to Lourdes. Her father disapproves, but her mom states she will be with their daughter soon and tell her that he is doing well. —>
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Karen's makes an afghan for Jared
Scene continues to be set on front porch, while Steve has a flashback. While sitting on the porch furniture, Karen and Jared approach him.
STEVE: Hmm? We're doing Christmas in July?
KAREN: Carpe diem.
Jared is holding a box in his hand with a ribbon on top. .
KAREN [TO JARED]: Go on, open it.
JARED: Aah. It's beautiful. Thank you.
Inside is an afghan she made for him.
STEVE: He's too polite to say so, but no single guy needs an afghan.
Karen gives her approval
KAREN: He won't be single much longer. [PAUSE] Jared and Lourdes.
JARED: I didn't want to say anything.
KAREN: Love is never something to feel guilty about. It's a blessing.
JARED: Thank you. This means so much.
Jared kisses Karen on the cheek, and before he leaves, he and Steve shake hands.
Steve's disapproval
KAREN: You don't think it's a good idea.
Steve shakes his head.
STEVE: He still loves our girl.
KAREN: I'm gonna be with her soon. I'm want to tell her he's okay.
Steve puts his arm around his wife.
KAREN: All good things, Steve.
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Today we had a care conference that enabled us to determine a goal for getting moved to the training floor. The team was very optimistic that this could happen soon. His respiratory status is excellent and if his gut weren't involved we would already be up there. The continued prayer request is for decreased output. This would remedy many things! Regardless we should be moving upstairs within the next couple of weeks.
We marvel at how relatively "simple" Charlie has become! He has come SO far and even the doc was marveling at how little support he is on. He is so happy and loving his new found mobility. Today I thought he was going to jump out of the crib into Sarah's arms. He has this way of thrusting himself and rolling all at the same time to get where he wants to go. Today we got him onto a play mat and worked on sitting up, rolling, and just enjoying new scenery. It was precious.
This is our sweet PT who comes up with all sorts of ideas to help Charlie catch up!
Charlie had got to meet another prayer warrior who has been on his team for many months. They came from Utah and were good friends of my mom and dad's. What a blessing for him to meet so many from all around the country that have linked arms with us through prayer for this little boy. Thank you Barb and Rusty! And thank you to so many of you that pray for Charlie…may God be glorified by all the prayers and the healing that God has brought to our boy.


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Simar is a dwarf cleric of Bahamut, the Platinum Dragon, and aide to Lady Kima of Vord. She is generally tasked with watching over the Temple of Bahamut in Westruun and seeing to the masses that inquire. When Kima left for her pilgrimage into the Underdark, Simar was left with full responsibility for the temple.[1] As an NPC, she is played by Matthew Mercer.
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Lt. Gov. encourages Cottonwood Heights students to become active in issues
Apr 03, 2018 03:19PM
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Butler Middle seventh-grader Claire Hirrill asked Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, "What's your favorite color?"
He returned the question to her and once she responded, then echoed the same answer.
"That's mine, too," he said. "That's what politicians do, always agree with you. Don't ever vote for one of those. Vote for those who speak the truth. My favorite is blue."
It was a quick lesson in politics for Butler Middle School's Parent-Teacher-Student Association Day student president. It came at the PTSA Day at the capitol on Feb. 7, which attracted 318 students from Canyons, Jordan and Murray school districts.
Cox's message to students was to get active in issues and let their voices be heard.
"I want them to meet their legislators and talk to them about big issues and share their ideas," he said. "Few people actually talk to legislators, especially students, and this is their opportunity to make an impact on their world and future."
Cox spoke to them about issues that may concern them — teen suicide, education, air quality.
"Teen suicide is a really big issue in Utah," he said. "Any suicide is one too many as it impacts all of us. Out of about 200 of us, 40 will contemplate it."
Cox made sure students were aware of the statewide SafeUT electronic device app, which provides real-time crisis intervention with counselors to youth through texting as well as a confidential tip message to school administrators on bullying, threats, violence and depression.
He continued to address issues, saying that by 2025, Utah will have a significant increase in education funding and a significant reduction in air pollution.
"We'd like to have hydro transit pick you up at your houses by the year 2030 as a way to carpool going to work. We have 25 percent cleaner air than 10 years ago, but the bad news is Salt Lake City is always going to have air quality issues. The Native Americans called it the Valley of Smoke since the inversion can't escape," Cox said.
After Cox's welcome, students divided into groups to participate in a mock debate, a 40-minute tour of the capitol and learn about digital citizenship week.
Students participated in a mock debate on whether cell phones should be allowed at school.
Utah PTA Student Involvement Commissioner Betty Shaw said that through the debate, conducted by state auditor John Dougall and Rep. Ryan Wilcox, students were learning both sides of the issue.
"We want students to gain a better perspective and be able to see both sides to every issue; they may learn something from the other side instead of just seeing their side," Shaw said. "We want to get the kids to understand what goes on (at the capitol), how laws are enacted or changed and how it affects them. We want them to start having conversations about current issues so they can get involved."
Shaw, who said she had no idea about her state's government growing up, said she hoped students got "a flavor of what is going on and see part of their history."
"They're our future, so they need to see the process and how it works. It would be great to see them get involved in issues they have concerns about, if not at the capitol then locally with their school board or local district agencies and city councils," she said.
The tours gave students a look at the capitol from viewing the house and senate, supreme court and Gold Room to seeing the downstairs renovation for earthquake safety. They also looked for statues during a scavenger hunt.
They also learned about the bill to replace the statue of Philo T. Farnsworth's statue, which was first suggested to be displayed in the late 1980s by Ridgecrest Elementary students, in the capitol in Washington, D.C. with one of Mary Hughes Cannon. At press deadline, the bill was on the governor's desk for consideration.
Butler Middle School PTSA president Hilary Ripley said her students also had the opportunity to meet Rep. Marie Poulsen, who as a former teacher not only represents Cottonwood Heights, but also was the recent recipient of Canyons APEX award.
"We got to sit in the gallery and she introduced the students, which was so amazing for them," Ripley said. "It was the highlight of their day to watch the process and be a part of it."
Ripley said students also got to talk to her and others about issues and were encouraged to get involved.
"She inspired them to make a difference in the lives around them," she said. "We are a service organization so our students are becoming more active in their school and community."
Recently, the PTSA club has made cards and posters for veterans and active military, held a clothing drive, and helped with the school's memory books, parent-teacher conferences and with Red Ribbon Week.
At the Digital Citizenship Week session, Canyons School District spokesman Jeff Haney reminded students that what they post on social media would be available for people to see, not only now, but in their future, including college recruiters and employers.
In addition to Butler Middle and Brighton High, Haney said the four other Canyons traditional high schools and six other middle schools as well as students from Jordan and Murray school districts had students participate that day at the capitol. About 180 additional students from across the state attended the event on a second day, Feb. 20.


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Archives for 2018
10 years later, Stephen Fishbach reflects on what Survivor did for him
A decade after Stephen Fishbach's first Survivor season, Survivor Tocantins, concluded, the two-time player reflects on how that experience changed him.
Many thanks, plus a few thoughts on typos, opinions, and the home page
On the year-end survey, a few things came up that I wanted to address directly—in addition to expressing my gratitude for your help!
This week in reality TV: a Challenge wedding, Drag Race All Stars, and more
What's ahead in reality TV show and documentary debuts.
My Life on the D-List episodes will stream soon, after Kathy Griffin bought it back
Six seasons and 47 episodes are not yet on iTunes, but will be soon, Kathy Griffin said.
The Bachelor franchise lost its most high-profile producer. But why?
Elan Gale has made headlines again, this time for exiting The Bachelor franchise. Might his other TV projects or his cameo on The Haunting of Hill House have anything to do with it?
A smart, bold move in an otherwise flat episode of Survivor David vs. Goliath
On a mostly flat episode of Survivor, Gabby reminded everyone that post-merge Survivor is an individual game.
RuPaul is taking Drag Race to the UK
Drag Queens in the UK can apply for the BBC Three version, which will start filming in March 2019.
MythBusters marathon? Survivor David vs. Goliath finale tickets? Unanimous Survivor votes?
Details about the 2018 MythBusters Mega Merrython, and Survivor David vs. Goliath finale tickets.
Another Survivor player gives behind-the-scenes details while still in the game
Gabby Pascuzzi discusses her blindside of Carl, her crying and the perception of it by Survivor viewers, and what we didn't see during the endurance immunity challenge.
Why A&E pulled The Devil Next Door before it even premiered
A&E has again been accused of paying documentary reality show participants, but this time, something's different.
18 reality show debuts include Top Chef, Drag Race, Vanderpump Rules, and The Profit
It's a busy week—and month—for reality TV, with everything from holiday-themed competitions to shows about murder.
Angelina's Survivor negotiation was funny TV. But that's not the full story.
There was more to Angelina's negotiation for more rice than we saw on TV.
Winter 2019 reality TV schedule and guide
This winter reality show 2019 schedule is a frequently updated list of premieres for broadcast, cable, and streaming reality TV shows, documentary series, game shows, and other prime-time nonfiction TV.
Reviews of Netflix's Westside and Amazon's Inside Jokes, in which talent meets reality
Two groups of talented artists, two showcases for their talent, two very different reality shows.


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The Coalition has dug in on its opposition to a royal commission into malpractice in the banking industry, with Malcolm Turnbull saying it is little more than a "distraction" by Labor.
It was the first time Turnbull commented on the royal commission, which was proposed by the opposition leader, Bill Shorten, on Friday.
"Bill Shorten's call for a royal commission into the banking industry is just another distraction, just a thought bubble, to respond to the news of the week," the prime minister told reporters on Sunday, in comments that echoed sentiments from members of his frontbench.
Earlier in the week, Turnbull had given the banks a serve for failing to put customers first. On Sunday, he said cultural change was needed above legislative change.
"The critical thing here is that the high standards of putting the customer first, of ensuring that the trust of the community is justified," Turnbull said. "That requires leadership from senior bank managers and they are providing that leadership and they will provide more. We have a strong regulatory structure to do that."
He said the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (Asic) and the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority had sufficient powers to regulate the banking industry.
"It has banned people from industry, it has enacted fines, it's a very active regulator," Turnbull said of Asic.
The resources minister, Josh Frydenberg, told the ABC's Insiders program on Sunday: "I just think this is a bit of populist politics. This is just a distraction from Bill Shorten."
The immigration minister, Peter Dutton, said Labor would be ramping up populist sentiment before the federal election, which is presumably "only weeks away".
"If Mr Shorten is out there running populist lines well we'll let him do that," he told Sky News on Sunday.
The Greens welcome a potential royal commission into banks.
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Get the Whole Gang Together Stress-Free
Travel planning takes lots of coordination and flexibility—especially when your group spans multiple generations. With our advice, everyone from your kids to grandma to your second cousin once-removed can experience a stress-free Ocean City vacation.
Plan your itinerary together—and write it all down
It's bound to happen in large groups, especially with lots of kids, teens and tweens in the mix. Some will want to ride go-carts or hit the waterslide while others want to play mini-golf or do some shopping. (Adults can have their own preferences, too!)
Taking the time to create an itinerary together early in your stay will help to ensure that all involved get a chance to do something they want. Sure, there will be compromises, but all parties will be well-aware beforehand. And knowing their activity is part of the plan should make younger family members more willing participants.
Plan outings suited for large groups
It just takes a little digging to find destinations that will interest (almost) every family member. Surely there is something that's new and surprising to everyone at Ocean City's Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum. Tanger Outlets has enough stores and restaurants to appease double-digit families. And the horses of Assateague Island National Park are sure to captivate your whole crew. Wherever you go, remember to allow some extra time. Getting large groups ready and out the door can be a challenge.
Go your own way
When vacationing with extended family members or multiple families, you may feel pressured to do everything as one large group, from morning to night. But some separation can make vacation memories sweeter. Make sure everyone understands at the beginning of the trip that it's perfectly acceptable to break off into smaller groups for activities and meals. If you and another family have children, consider taking turns doing things with all the kids and giving the other grownups some alone time. You'll all end up at the same place at the end of the day, and you'll definitely have plenty of time to spend together.
Expect the unexpected—and roll with it
All the planning in the world can't account for bad weather, a closed attraction or a kid with a cold. Being flexible, especially with the youngest and oldest members of the group, will ease tension on your vacation. Adapting to changing situations will also help the family stay in the present moment, rather than lamenting what may have been missed or rushing toward the next thing. Going back to the itinerary idea, you may want to prepare a special list of things to do on rainy days or extremely hot days.
Choose a property with amenities that make life easier
When vacationing with a large group, opting for space is one of the smartest things you can do. Make sure there are enough bedrooms, extra bathrooms, a comfortable living space where everyone can sit—or even multiple living spaces—and a designated area for kids to play by themselves.
Don't underestimate the conveniences of home, either. Especially for an extended stay, having a fully-equipped kitchen, a washer/dryer, central air conditioning, Wi-Fi access and TVs will ensure everyone has their own space and comforts—and a stress-free time.
Determine a budget that works for the whole family
Before the trip planning process even begins, you need to talk budget. Vacationing in volume means some family members might be able to open their wallets wider than others. Determining—at least roughly—the amount you'll spend when embarking on activities together will alleviate the stress of feeling pressured or having to make big choices in the middle of your getaway.
Share meal responsibilities
With a fully stocked kitchen, you may not want to eat out for every meal. To avoid breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner prep falling on one family member, plan to share the cooking. You can divide by days or particular types of meal. Having everyone chip in for pizza or crabs is always a winner.
Ask older kids to babysit
Just because you're on a family vacation doesn't mean you can't have an evening away. If the kids in your group are a variety of ages, have the teenagers babysit! In addition to allowing you a nice, quiet adult meal, the kids—perhaps cousins who don't see each other often—can make a night of it, too, with popcorn and a movie.
Book your big family vacation today
Now you're ready to plan your next Ocean City, Maryland, stress-free getaway. Vantage Vacation Rentals has plenty of rental properties ideally suited to large and multiple families. Contact a friendly Vantage reservation specialist today at (410) 723-2002, or browse and book direct at www.VantageOceanCity.com.
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As soon as I spotted the striking flower die from the limited-edition Stitched Seasons Framelits Dies, a pretty, yet simple, card idea started to form. The initial plan was the flower and stems & leaves in different colors on Whisper White Cardstock that eventually turned into my simply pretty Stampin' Up! Blended Seasons card.
Surely that would have looked good, but when the Petal Pink / Soft Sea Foam flower was set against Shaded Spruce Cardstock, ding, ding, ding, we had a winner!
The "Wishing You all the best" stamp from the Blended Seasons Stamp Set (also available in August only) would be good for a wedding card but upon reflection, we can use it for several occasions including birthday, anniversary, graduation and thank you.
You know that little thrill you get when designing a handmade card an idea comes to you to try something? That's exactly what happened when I used the same die with the new Embossing Mats to emboss the right side of my card. Just love it! The excitement grew when I continued the embossing on the die-cut fancy oval (also from the Stitched Seasons Framelits Dies). Often the little touches like that are easy to do and step up your handmade cards. You can see how to use your Thinlits dies to emboss HERE.
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In the club of most-populous city of Pakistan, Faisalabad earns the third spot following Lahore and Karachi. The city which has literally witnessed Sikh and British Raj is nowadays economical hub of Pakistan, crediting to its agricultural production. Merely a century back, this fertile land of Punjab was the center of keeping livestock, which has emerged as Manchester of Pakistan, for its textiles mills and agricultural production. Today we have narrow-listed the Top 15 Best Hangout Destinations To Visit In Faisalabad, the epitome of historical and modern point of interests making Faisalabad happening city of Pakistan.
15: Pahari Ground, Faisalabad
Beautiful and well-maintained park of Faisalabad, Pahari Ground is locally used for jogging and walking purpose in the city. What attracts children and families to this park is its calm atmosphere along with Pakistan air force fighter jet situated within its territory. Installed in the People Colony of Faisalabad, away from busty air of the city, Pahari Ground is famous in young lads for playing cricket and outdoor sports, being a source of good environment.
14: Lyallpur Museum, Faisalabad
To preserve the textiles rich history of Faisalabad, Lyallpur Museum was planned in 2011, named after the old name of Faisalabad city 'Lyallpur'. Surprisingly, the museum entertains more than 50 thousand visitors every year, tempting people of all ages for having flashback of Faisalabad's legacy. Featuring 10 galleries depicting different times of past, the museum has become perfect holiday destination with kids to stroll a fine collection of historical artifacts and modern art pieces in Faisalabad.
13: Faisalabad Railway Station
Train stations may not excite many of us in this modern era of bullet trains, but what makes this station a must-watch is its antiquated history. Being one of the oldest structures in Faisalabad, built in early 1990's the railway station surprises for being still functional! In urge of doing something unusual, travel through train of this station, savoring pleasant time without spending buckets of money for Venice.
12: Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Auditorium Faisalabad
Presenting tribute to legendary singer of Pakistan, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan who was born in the soil of this city, the art and music auditorium is named after him for honoring his work in music industry. The auditorium in Faisalabad is widely used for hosting formal functions i.e. concerts, seminars and educational programs.
11: Tomb Of Sir James Lyall Faisalabad
Perched out in park named Company Baagh in Faisalabad, this memorial tomb of James Lyall is pretty good hangout destination for children and history nerds in the city. Visiting the tomb of ex governor of Punjab, Sir James Lyall is all about studying the past of Faisalabad city, which was once into a bigger dwelling named as "Lyall Pur", fading away its colonial image of 1885.
10: Government College University, Faisalabad
Among several buildings of British times in Faisalabad, the Government College Faisalabad worth a visit for exploring the charisma of British era in Punjab, built during the rule of English empire, this is one kind of higher education institute in Faisalabad, which still serves thousands of students to earn degrees of international standards.
9: Rex City Faisalabad
Here comes a real treat of Faisalabad, which may be the only reason for people to stop buy this crowded city! Rex City is basically a wholesale computer market that can surely be considered as technology hub of Faisalabad. Ranging from peanut-sized computer items to apple products, this market sells spectacular variety of technology in affordable prices. For the tech lovers, Rex City is more like a heaven, where the IT products are scattered everywhere, and branded, second-hand or fresh pieces in pocket-friendly range.
8: Gumti Water Fountain, Faisalabad
Established as meeting point for local town meetings of city fold, the Gumti Water Fountain is one of the preserved structures of British Raj in Faisalabad which nowadays serves as traffic roundabout.
7: Amtex Square, Faisalabad
Amtex Square is great contribution of one of the leading textile manufacturing groups in Pakistan, the Amtex group, bestowing biggest artificial waterfall of Pakistan in the centerpiece of square. This square is more like a beauty symbol of Faisalabad, depicting both architectural and historical features in this man-made waterfall.
6: Gatwala Wildlife Park, Faisalabad
Being the largest park in Faisalabad, this wildlife sanctuary in the town is ideal for picnic with family and children. Featuring manicured nature center, Wildlife Park, botanical gardens, lakes and rides, this wildlife park is top-pick tour destination for spending quality time in pleasant weather. What makes this wildlife park a big hit for the city is its enchanting lakes, brimmed with fishes and fresh water, allowing the visitors to sooth their souls and get entertained with availability of Speed boat ride. Having different lakes for boating and crocodiles, the park is safe for children as well, which makes its personal favorite for families having kids with them.
5: Sitara Mall, Faisalabad
Sitara Mall is more like a centaurus or shopping complex of Dubai for residents of Faisalabad. Standing proudly in the People Colony of Faisalabad, Sitara Mall is yummy treat for shopaholics, and in case of not having fat wallet, strolling the mall is pretty great idea savoring air-conditional atmosphere in Faisalabad.
(Note: The mall has its full-floor gym, food court and children's area, making it best hangout destination for people of all ages in Faisalabad.)
4: Sindbad Wonderland, Faisalabad
Faisalabad is no doubt crammed with historical buildings and cultural hubs, but among such rich-cultural buildings, Sindbad Wonderland is installed for locals and visitors of Faisalabad to savor the electric rides and modern-time fun with family. Featuring bumper rides and arcade games for fun enthusiast of all ages, this entertainment complex is highly recommended for families to stop by!
3: Jinnah Gardens, Faisalabad
Locally renowned as Company Baagh, Jinnah Garden is Faisalabad's precious asset, absorbing classy food outlets, walking pathways, manicured gardens along with tomb of Sir James Lyall. Being different than traditional Garden, Jinnah Garden is popular for its Chenab Club, installed within its premises, the only elite class social club featuring a bowling alley, card room, indoor tennis tables and a full gymnasium for locals to get entertained with international standards.
2: Clock Tower, Faisalabad
Having historical prestige, Clock Tower of Faisalabad is must-to-do thing in Faisalabad, which was basically installed during British Raj in empire to represent his patriotic emotions for Britain. Forming the shape of the Union Jack flag for the United Kingdom, the clock tower was designed to stand in the center of Faisalabad city, adjoining 8 different sections which nowadays have their own local markets.
1: University of Agriculture, Faisalabad
In the city of agriculture and textiles, it will be unfair to skip the institute of agriculture! Nothing can beat the vibe of stretching in Asia's biggest university (by area), beautifully maintained and professionally handled to impart agricultural education that has made Faisalabad, the Manchester of Pakistan.


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This section describes necessary information when you use your CDJ-2000NXS with Serato DJ.
CDJ-2000NXS is a certified USB controller for Serato DJ from Serato.
CDJ-2000NXS has a computer control mode.
That mode enables the CDJ-2000NXS to control Serato DJ by connecting your computer with a USB cable.
Those who do not own Serato DJ software, please prepare Serato DJ software.
For details, please visit Serato web site.
The internal USB sound card does not work as Serato DJ's audio output device.
You need to use an audio output device comes with Serato DJ or a mixer that equips an audio output device for Serato DJ.
Using the CDJ as a Serato DJ Controller
You can control Serato DJ from the CDJ-2000NXS.
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Social media are increasingly used to support online debate and facilitate citizens' engagement in policy and decision-making. Nevertheless the online dialogue spaces we see on the Web today typically provide flat listings of comments, or threads that can be viewed by 'subject' line. These are fundamentally chronological views which offer no insight into the logical structure of the ideas, such as the coherence or evidential basis of an argument. This hampers both quality of users' participation and effective assessment of the state of the debate. We report on an exploratory study in which we observed users interaction with a collective intelligence tool for online deliberation and compared network and threaded visualizations of arguments. We contend that animated argument networks enhance online debate reading when data complexity increases, improve understanding of the argumentation data model and promote users engagement by improving users emotional reactions to the online discussion tool.
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18 Sep Why the wealthy are turning to Pawnbrokers
Wealthy people looking to fund new ventures are turning their backs on the banks and are now turning to pawnbrokers.
Its becoming harder to borrow from the banks for new ventures due to legislation, there also finding when they do approach the bank there having to wait for lengthy decisions, resulting in missed opportunities, so their pawning their Rolex's, art collections and other collateral for quick and easy loans from high-end pawnbrokers.
They know that they can turn their valuables back into cash quickly, without having to fill out lengthy application forms, waiting for credit checks and then having to wait weeks for an answer.
There is only a handful of Pawnbroking companies in New Zealand who are tapping into the trend of letting their affluent clients take quick thousand-dollar or million-dollar loans with high-end collectibles as collateral and Premier is one of them. That's far greater than the average loan size of $150, Business owners say the way the luxury goods-backed loans are growing points less to the financial distress associated with pawn shops and more to seize money-making opportunities.
The pickup in economic growth has shifted the balance toward small business owners growing their businesses,
Growth is "certainly geared more towards opportunity loans than anything else, a big part of our job is "educating the affluent consumer that they have all these assets sitting in their closet or in the Garage,
One of our clients was able to use his watch collection to purchase some liquidated stock to sell in his shop.
No bank would provide a loan in such a short time, but after the client came in with "four very high-end luxury" watches, we were able to provide him with $50,000 in 48 hours.
Some clients also leave their luxury goods with Premier for a service that acts like a revolving line of credit
Often times if I talk about my business, the assumption is that people borrowing money from you, they must be in a bad spot. That's simply not true, we also and more often deal with business owners that are growing."
Global wealth is on the rise as equity markets have run into record high territory, and prices for luxury goods are climbing. Last year, a da Vinci painting sold for more than $450 million, the most expensive piece of art sold at an auction, according to Christie's. In December, a vintage Rolex formerly owned by Oscar-winning actor Paul Newman set the record for the most expensive wristwatch sold at an auction — $17.75 million.
Individuals are also using high-end pawn shops to use their existing collectibles to buy more.
"They're able to fund the passion with the passion, versus using assets that would be used for other purposes. It makes a lot of sense for me.
These wealthy people are now thinking outside the box, and that pawnbroking no longer has a stigma attached.


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Bar Chart Definition
A bar chart (also known as a bar graph) is meant to compare set values with proportionally sized rectangles. It is often thought of as the easiest data visualization to understand and use, which might be the contributing factor to its enormous popularity worldwide.
There are a number of ways you can present data within a bar chart: horizontally, vertically, segmented, grouped, stacked, and more. Its most common use is to visualize the relative measures, frequency, performance, etc. of many data groups at once—for instance, in the bar chart example below we can see the comparative duration of the employee hiring process for 25 different countries.
As you can see from this vertical bar chart (also known as a column chart), one axis shows the comparative variable (in this case, "Country," plotted on the x-axis) and another axis depicts a numerical scale (in this case, "Number of Days"). The labels act as visual aids to help with reading the actual figures represented by each bar.
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Longer descriptions are harder to fit into the bar width when you are comparing a larger number of categories. There are two ways that this problem can be approached; the first is to use acronyms, abbreviations or to shorten the terms (for example, above we used three-letter abbreviations for the name of each country. The second approach is to flip the chart on its tail—literally! A horizontal bar chart gives far more room for descriptive terms.
Using a shorter, abbreviated format for the dates in the example above would make the chart much more difficult to read when the width of the bars is considered. The horizontal plotting makes the information presented far more accessible, which is always the aim of any data visualization.
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Double/Grouped Bar Chart
Double bar charts and grouped bar charts add two or more subgroups to the main categories, respectively. They can also be referred to as clustered bar graphs, multi-set bar charts, or grouped column charts. They are useful to compare, for example, sales of different products or channels from one year to the next. Or, like in the grouped bar example below, the survey information is broken down further into the researched countries:
When creating a double or grouped bar chart, it is essential to color code the different variables and provide a key explanation for the viewer's reference.
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Stacked Bar Chart
Stacked bar charts add an additional function to regular ole' bar charts—of course, they still compare different categories, but also illustrate the contributing factors to the final value. That is, use a stacked bar chart when the sum of the amounts represented by the individual stacked bars adds additional information to the chart.
In the example below, we can see the overall earnings of a selection of Pixar movies, but also the proportion of that figure that was spent on making each film.
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Segmented bar charts (also known as "100% stacked bar charts") always show each bar with the same, unified length and a complete value of 100%. The focus here is on the breakdown of each comparative category and their relative sizes rather than their absolute, cumulative values.
In this 100% stacked bar chart, we don't need to know how many managers or vice-presidents there are in total; to show the comparatively smaller number of C-suite officers than entry-level professionals may give a skewed perspective on the respective importance or power held by these positions. The proportion of those roles that are held by either men or women is the point of interest here.
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Technically, there is a difference between a bar graph and a histogram: a bar graph compares different discrete categories, whereas a histogram groups a continuous variable into bins with and counts the observations in each bin.
Below is and example that shows the age distribution among the Titanic passengers.
Although a bar chart and a histogram share an almost identical appearance they should not be confused with each other. A histogram shows the distribution of a continuous variable while a bar chart displays a quantitative value for a set of categories.
Development and History of the Bar Chart
Unusually for such a simple and universally popular diagram, the bar chart did not develop organically over time, with many vague and mysterious sources, but was conceived by a single man (William Playfair) in 1781.
William Playfair, the Scottish engineer, political economist, and scoundrel, was inspired by Joseph Priestley's creation of the timeline chart in 1765 as a way of visualizing and comparing information. The major difference between previous data visualizations and Playfair's invention was that his bar charts measured data by a set (any set) of comparative values, whereas all that had come before was measured either by time (as with Priestly's timelines) or space (such as coordinates). Just as every data viz evangelist now would agree, Playfair believed that visuals such as charts communicated information much more clearly than tables of raw data.
Fun fact! William Playfair held over 20 professions during his lifetime - including working for the British Government as a secret agent in France.
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Many years ago I had read about the young Cherokee Indian boy's rite of passage into manhood. Reread it again yesterday and amazed how touched I was. The legend has it that when the boy becomes a certain age, he must sit alone in the woods with a blindfold over his eyes an entire night without crying out. The blindfold comes off with the first ray of light shining. There must be so much fearful noise and imaginings going on in his thoughts, while sitting there alone.
As the first rays of sunlight shine through the woods and he feels the warmth upon his skin; he removes the blindfold to find his father sitting beside him and has been the entire night watching over his son. This just resonated with me as I thought about our heavenly Father always with us, even when we cannot see Him and especially, when our eyes are closed.
2 Corinthians 5:7 states "For we walk by faith, not by sight"


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On behalf of the International School of Uganda (ISU) students, and the ISU Model United Nations Club, it is our pleasure to bring the sixth annual session of the Model United Nations Conference to Uganda on the 7th and 8th of December, 2019.
In order to make this conference possible, we seek corporate sponsors for the event. Contributions made towards this confrence will enable students from local schools around Uganda to attend the conference. We plan on working with a budget that will cover meals, administrative supplies, the opening and closing ceremonies, certificates and awards for the delegates. We also show our appreciation by prominently displaying all the sponsors that helped us realise this conference.
By making a contribution towards this conference you will be constructively affecting an important formative experience in the lives of young people - by giving them the opportunity to learn about global issues, to interact actively with their peers, to develop public speaking skills, and to begin seeing themselves as global citizens. please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, for more information kindly visit this document. We sincerely hope that you will honour us by accepting our invitation for sponsorship, and we look forward to hearing from you.
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Charles P! You really don't understand jihad
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Submitted by Mustapha Babagana (Nigeria), Oct 4, 2005 at 12:09Submitted by , September 29, 2005 at 09:03
You really don't understand jihad, bcos, in Jihad (as you said) it is prohibited to kill an innocent person (such as children, women, monks,etc). Even a non-muslim that does not fight the muslims should never be killed talk less of killing a muslim. But if a woman fights the muslims, she should be killed. So also if a non-muslim army hides behind a muslim to kill other muslims, that muslim must be cleared so as to reach the enermy. Or if a muslim is siding the non-muslims in destroying the muslims & Islam that muslim is worst than the non-muslim.
Take for instance, if now America noticed that there is an American supplying the Iraqi militants with amunition, how do you think American army will treat him? Do you think since he happens to be an American, he should be left alone? Apply your answer to the Jihadists.
But just without reason a muslim will never kill a soul, even if it were an animal.
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had a very good relationship with the non-muslims to the extend that when he died, he was owing a Jew some Dirham. He even mortgaged some of his belongings with that Jew.
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Gallons of oil-fouled water that officials hope a Taiwanese tanker named Whale can skim from the gulf. The ship, the world's largest oil-skimming vessel, is the length of 3-1/2 football fields and stands 10 stories high. The ship looks like a typical tanker, but it takes in contaminated water through 12 vents on either side of the bow. The oil is then supposed to be separated from the water and transferred to another vessel. The water is channeled back into the sea. As with many things with this spill, the ship has never been tested, and many questions remain about how it will operate. For instance, the seawater retains trace amounts of oil, even after getting filtered, so the EPA will have to sign off on allowing the treated water back into the gulf.
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"Taking mouthfuls of thick oil is not conducive to them surviving."
Eric Hoffmayer, of the University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Coast Research Lab, said of endangered whale sharks, such as the one above, seen swimming through wide streamers of heavy oil a few miles from BP's spewing well. "That basically confirms our worst fear: these animals do not know to stay away from the oil," Hoffmayer said. The huge fish feed by vacuuming the sea surface. Oil can clog their gills and suffocate them as they swim at the surface, and they will swallow oil if they feed in it, said John Carlson, fisheries biologist in NOAA's wildlife section. Nobody knows just how many whale sharks exist. They're on the World Conservation Union's "red list" of threatened species.


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Gold's purity is measured in karats. The term "karat" harks back to the ancient bazaars where "carob" beans were used to weigh precious metals. 24 karat is pure gold, but its purity means it is more expensive and less durable than gold that is alloyed with other metals. Different alloys are used in jewelry for greater strength, durability and color range.
The karatage of the jewelry will tell you what percentage of gold it contains: 24 karat is 100 percent, 18 karat is 75 percent, and 14 karat is 58 percent gold. When comparing gold jewelry, the higher the number of karats, the greater the value.
Europeans have long embraced 18-karat gold as their metal of choice, and with good reason. Its rich yellow color, luxurious look and feel have an extraordinarily sensual appeal; many European women treat 18-karat gold like a second skin, even wearing it to the beach!
Today, women in the U.S. and around the globe are "trading up" and treating themselves to the beauty and opulence of 18-karat gold.
Karat Marks
When buying gold jewelry, always look for the karat mark. All other things being equal, the higher the karat, the more expensive the piece. In the United States, 14-karat gold, or 583 parts pure gold, is the most common degree of fineness. Nothing less than 10 karats can legally be marked or sold as gold jewelry in the U.S. However, lower karatages, such as 8-karat gold and 9-karat gold, are popular in other countries.
18-karat gold is 18/24ths, or three-quarters pure gold, and jewelry of this fineness is marked 18k or 750, the European designation meaning 75% gold.
In addition to the karat mark, every piece of gold jewelry should be stamped with a hallmark or trademark of its maker, and sometimes its country of origin. These designations assure you that you are buying genuine karat gold jewelry. Heavier pieces contain more gold.
Gold Types
Gold Filled, also called Gold Overlay, refers to a layer of at least 10-karat gold that has been permanently bonded by heat and pressure to one or more surfaces of the support metal, then rolled or drawn to a prescribed thickness. The karat gold must be at least 1/ 10 of the total weight.
Gold Plate means that a layer of plating of 10-karat gold or better has been bonded to a base metal. The karat gold content may be less than 1/20, but it must be properly identified by weight in terms of total metal content.
Gold Leaf is just gold plating that's been pounded and applied by hand.
Gold Colors
Yellow gold is alloyed with silver and copper. It is the most frequently used type of gold there is. Malleable, ductile, and generally non-corrosive, it has a high melting point and is not susceptible to compression.
White gold is alloyed with a large percentage of silver, or a selection of other white metals. The percentage of gold naturally varies, according to the amount of other metal used. White gold is highly reflective and not subject to tarnish. The ancient term for it was Electrum. Its use predates that of Palladium and Platinum.
Rose gold is alloyed with copper, and perhaps silver. The proportions are about one part of copper to three parts of 24-karat gold.
Gold Pricing
Gold pricing is based on a number of factors, including karatage, gram weight, design and craftsmanship. The karatage and gram weight tell you how much gold is in a piece, but don't rely on these alone to determine price. Remember, a price based solely on gram weight does not reflect the work that has gone into the piece.
Other important factors to consider are the jewelry's construction and design. The techniques of construction can make a piece more durable and flexible for added comfort. A well-made piece in a classic design will give you years of wear and enjoyment and, if cared for properly, will last a lifetime. Unique design, intricate details, gemstones or a special clasp may add to the price.
Gold jewelry is mainly produced by machine. Any additional hand finishing or textural interest raises the cost. Similar looking pieces may have vastly different price tags. This is because different pieces may have specific characteristics that make them unique. So look carefully to notice any differences and similarities. Often, it's these small details that give you pleasure through the years that you enjoy a piece of jewelry, and ensure that your children will also enjoy it.
Gold Care
Gold is durable, sturdy, dependable, and makes an ideal setting for your precious diamond jewelry. However, to get a lifetime of enjoyment from your jewelry, be sure to keep it clean and safe.
Do not wear jewelry during rough work or when handling harsh chemicals.
Store it in a fabric-lined box away from other pieces to preserve it from getting scratched.
Finally, check the diamond settings periodically for any damage to the gold prongs or bezels. If you see a loose prong, or if the setting looks out of line, bring it to a professional jeweler for repair at once.


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Berry Celtic Festival – Berry Showground
May 26, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm$10
This year's Berry Celtic Festival features 'Scotland' and everything Scottish. The highlight of this year's event is the spectacular jousting medieval knights. Jousting is not for the faint hearted, as the heavily armoured noble knights gallop at each other on horseback with lances poised, aiming to unseat their opponent. Hear the thunder of hooves and the clashing of lances. The Berry Celtic Festival kicks off with the grand street parade through Berry starting at 9.30am, with pipe bands marching in their distinctive kilts, followed by representatives of the all Clans, medieval knights, and the much-loved Scottish Terrier dogs. A full day of entertainment follows.


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Power Outage in Willow Creek
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- NYJO Presents The Sam Glaser Quintet
National Youth Jazz Orchestra
Entry Requirements: Under 18s to be accompanied by an appropriate adult
The first of a series of projects led by a variety of current NYJO band members drawing on other musicians from outside the orchestra so as to help promote individual players in their particular endeavours. Featuring five young musicians all of whom are making waves in the London jazz scene; Sam Glaser, saxophone, James Copus, trumpet, Bruno Heinen, piano, Calum Gourley, bass and Will Glaser, drums. Sam Glaser is first Alto Saxophone in NYJO and a graduate of the Royal Academy of Music. As well as an exciting, rhythmically flexible and inventive improviser he is also a composer and will be playing many of his original compositions in this concert. James Copus, a NYJO Alumni, is a stylish trumpeter, recently a member of Clark Tracey's Quintet, who is equally adept in the commercial scene as he is on the bandstand. Bruno Heinen is a busy pianist with five solo albums to his name with the Babel label and Calum Gourley is one of London's busiest young bass players who writes and leads his own big band as well as performing in his own quintet and with many others as a sideman. James is joined by his brother Will on drums, another RAM jazz graduate, creating a strong sense of interaction and dialogue in the music. Jazz clearly runs strong in the Glaser family!
Line Up
National Youth Jazz Orchestra
Led by tenor saxophonist Tom Stone, The NYJO Nonet is a showcase for some of the most talented young musicians currently playing in the UK, all of whom have passed through the family of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra.
With a focus on small-group improvisation, the Nonet plays compositions and arrangements by current and ex-members of NYJO and has established a reputation for consummately skilful performances, inspired soloing and wonderful "cool school" arrangements. The band has appeared throughout the UK at clubs, theatres and festivals, including the City of London and London Jazz Festivals, The Barnes Music Festival and the House of Commons.


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Freezer Venus (フリーザービユーナス Furīzābiyūnasu) is the fifth boss of Super Bomberman 3. Its passenger is Plasma Bomber. A mecha that has the appearance of a large princess.
- Tornado - Venus releases a tornado in front of her, which pursues the player, stopping before turning. The tornado will hurt the player on contact, and can be destroyed in an explosion for 100 points. The tornado will disappear on its own after some time.
- Ice Magic - The boss's facial expression changes, her shoulder pads lift, and six snowflake bullets are released. The bullets are all fired in downward angles. They fly in straight lines until they leave the screen, and will damage players on contact.
- Dolls - When bombs are positioned below Venus, she may stop, raise her arms, and release three Small Fry (ザコ) enemies. They walk toward the bottom of the screen, then dive onto their stomachs and begin sliding quickly. When they collide with a wall or a bomb, they will disappear. Upon colliding with a bomb, the bomb will be kicked downward. They can be destroyed in a bomb blast for 100 points a piece, and can also damage players who are caught in their paths.
- While not attacking, Freezer Venus can move in 8 directions, and often pursues the player, passing over walls and bombs. Contact with the boss will harm players.
By placing a bomb in the path of a tornado and moving out of the blast range while staying in line with the bomb, the tornado will essentially become "trapped", moving back and forth against the bomb in an attempt to pursue the player before its inevitable destruction.
When ice magic is fired, two of the snowflakes move in straight vertical lines toward the bottom of the screen, leaving a single tile gap between them. If the player stays directly in front of Venus, the attack can be completely avoided.
Because the Small Fry dolls can only move in a downward direction, they can be avoided if the player moves out of their lines of sight.
When Freezer Venus is defeated, she simply explodes.
- Tornado - 100 points
- Small Fry - 100 points
- Freezer Venus - 5000 points
- Other stuff - 50 points
- Super Bomberman 3 Japanese instruction booklet, pg. 20
- Super Bomberman 3 European instruction booklet, pg. 7
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Last week Finish journalist Yle Jessika Aro became a victim of the international mudslinging campaign.
This was reasoned by her adamant stance towards the fight against Russian propaganda and its die-hard champions as well as publications about Russian trolls, slurring information warfare, violent spread of propaganda via social media and its impact on Finnish population.
In this light, the most carping critique of Jessika Aro came to be her fellow countryman Johan Bäckman, famous Finnish propagandist, who through the heavy use of Russian state-run TV feeds non-stop distorted information about Finland and Ukraine. As well as that, he played a key role in misleading general public in the course of clashes occurred in Estonia spurred by the dismantling of a bronze soldier.
In his design to spread fake data about Jessika Aro, he mostly exploited Russian media and his Facebook / Twitter accounts.
Still, who is that Mr. Johan Bäckman? In a nutshell, he is person with too many hang-ups, let alone he being on a tight financial leash held by the Russian security services.
Therefore, in order to show support in favor of Jessika Aro our team of hackers called "Freedom" is set to publicize two emails of Johan Bäckman (written in Russian) addressed to the representative office of DNR (self-styled Moscow-backed separatist republic on the territory of Ukraine) stationed in Moscow.
It is generally known that Johan Bäckman is a representative of DNR in Finland.
In his first letter dated October, 2014 Mr. Bäckman suggests the leaders of DNR to run the elections on the territory of Finland, while in the second letter he asks DNR authorities to inform the representatives of Russian security services in Donetsk and Moscow that Finnish journalists Petteri TUOHINEN and Kalle KOPONEN are the agents of the USA and Ukraine, who should be dealt with in a proper way.
Besides, the respective photo of the aforementioned journalists sent by Johan Bäckman as the annex to his second letter in the name of the DNR king-pins is provided below.
Hence, Finnish security services should pay due attention to Mr. Bäckman, who is not a simple propagandist, but a full-fledged agent of the Russian security services.
Regretfully, today Europe saw the rise of quite a number of dog-hearted Moscow-sponsored journalists, but in the immediate future "Freedom" will give them to public as well.


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Ray, great piece. All Americans should be outraged that 58 cents of every dollar goes to the Pentagon. We serve the needs of the government. Our money isn't ours, our blood isn't ours, we really own nothing if it is by permission, and our children can be taken and used by "important people" in government at anytime for any excuse. We can be used like farm animals, harvested like crops. How did we all let it get this bad?
Pay taxes and get nothing but abuse and tyranny in return. I don't want to pay for all out wars of aggression and a police state. The EPA, OSHA, FDA etc have been given money to target, fine, and put out of business the self-employed and small business which are competition for the organized crime corporate banksters. The bottom line is the key, and no morality, rule of law, or common decency comes into play when you are just about efficiency of business, collecting money, and propping up and enriching the elite insiders at the expense of everyone else. The self-employed and local small business owners know they drink the water they swim in.
Anyone who knows the truth and tells others can be toasted.
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Obama on the Backs of the Poor
By Ray McGovern (about the author)
What are we to make of the Obama-brokered deal on debt and spending? It was certainly what the Germans call eine schwere Geburt (a difficult birth); it was one of the few times I would have favored abortion.
I am reminded of a sermon that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave during the turbulent 1950s, in which he peered into the future and issued a prescient warning:
"A nation or a civilization that continues to produce soft-minded men purchases its own spiritual death on an installment plan."
In promoting and then signing the so-called "deficit reduction" legislation, President Barack Obama has definitively confirmed that he stands in the ranks of those spiritual-death-dealing, "soft-minded" men about whom Dr. King warned so ominously.
In my view, even dyed-in-the-wool Obama supporters will now have to let the scales fall from their eyes. The new one-sided "compromise" so clearly promotes the interests of the wealthy over those of the poor that, in Biblical terms, it can readily be seen as a Goddamned deal.
I want to share some thoughts with those among us -- believers and non-believers alike -- who shudder at the prospect of our children and children's children inheriting a country far different from the one promised by the American Dream, a nation approaching "spiritual death."If you are not greatly concerned with the growing disparity between the rich and poor in this country, take another minute to ponder another warning from Dr. King in the same sermon:
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About five years ago, Zak Stern took to Kickstarter in hopes of cobbling together the final bit of money he needed to open his Wynwood bakery, Zak the Baker. Soon after, seating in the place around lunchtime was hard to find.
On Thanksgiving morning, Stern opened his art-gallery-turned-bakery (297 NW 26th St., Miami) down the street from his original spot. The place is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day but Saturday. Here, find coffee, the country loaves and sourdoughs on which he built his name, and an ever-growing offering of Viennoiserie and pastries such as hazelnut croissants, rugelach, and chocolate babka. The cavernous space is much larger than Stern's bootstrapped garage bakery from the so-called good old days.
The hulking Bongard oven should, once running at full capacity, turn out nearly 3,000 crusty, deep-brown loaves a day. "Our equipment is so much better and more powerful. The stuff in the old space used to fail on us all the time," Stern says. "The bread is better than it's ever been."
It'll be just enough to supply his own operations, an ever-growing cadre of Miami restaurants, and every Whole Foods Market in South Florida. It's all there for you to see after stepping through a glass door and into the bakery, which is so white with subway tiles and bleached cinder blocks it's almost antiseptic. Some bakers are busy slopping huge batches of musty dough onto tables and then hacking off and weighing lobes destined for the oven. Others are sliding loaves out of the oven and loading them warm onto racks for walk-in customers or into a field of brown paper bags to be distributed all over the city.
Most intriguing, however, is that Stern makes a point of saying this is as big as his operation will grow.
"After a lot of thinking and a lot of trying to understand who we are and what we try to be, we've settled on one great bakery instead of many bakeries," he says.
Over the years, as Stern and his bakery have become ever larger figures in the Miami culinary landscape, offers for partnership, expansion, and even franchising have poured in from across the globe. People from as near as Aventura and as far as Dubai have pleaded for him to set up shop.
All the while, the question of how to grow sensibly has become a near-obsession.
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"If there was one in Fort Lauderdale or Aventura, it would wear down the specialness," Stern says. "Here, you can find it in only one spot, and you can always maintain the integrity, let it shine, and try to make it better."
That meant not hiding the bakery away in a row of carbon-copied warehouses and instead putting the often-cloaked process right in front of customers. It meant training would-be bakers into craftspeople. (Some of them have already opened their own places, while others have been snatched up by restaurants around town.)
It's an unusual tack for a Miami food business. Often, restaurateurs try to squeeze every last drop out of the sour orange before the city's fickle public moves on to the next trendy thing. Some, when awash in their own success, compromise their initial values in pursuit of growth.
He put all of that in its place earlier this year when, at only 30 years old, he suffered a stroke. It's a subject that makes Stern recoil, and he usually says little more other than he's always in danger of letting his obsession with bread overtake him. His second daughter, whom he and his wife Batsheva Stern Wulfsohn — who often works at the bakery — welcomed earlier this month, also helped sharpen his perspective.
"I want to be home in time to bathe my kids. I want to be a good son, a good friend," he says. "If my only identity in life is through work, then I am in trouble."


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Senator Hutchinson had a campaign rally at the Bell County GOP Headquarters this morning. The problem is only seven people showed up that were not myself, KBH campaign staff, media and event speakers.
Two weeks ago KBH had her statewide five day long kick off bus tour that was sparsely attended. You think KBH and her staff would have learned the first time around…
KBH's campaign had advertised this event in the local paper and on twitter.
Here is the twitter announcement,
Kay is meeting with Bell County Republicans today in Temple: http://tinyurl.com/mhdlzw (link via @KBTXNews) #KBH #tcot #txgop
Here is the local paper's announcement
Hutchison To Visit Central TexasSen. Kay Bailey Hutchison continues her quest Monday to unseat long-time Gov. Rick Perry.
Reporter: Micah T. Williams, KWTX Staff Writer
The Texas gubernatorial candidate will be on hand at 10:45 a.m. Monday to visit with Bell County Voters at the G.O.P. Headquarters located at 725 South General Bruce Drive in Temple.
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"And brick by brick, the fruits of their labor were dismantled at their feet."
Bedroom Stories
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From the intimacy of the bedroom emerge these three darkly humorous stories, innovatively told in a physical and vividly imaginative way that interweaves music, movement and text.
Bedroom Stories is a trilogy of three pieces set within a bedroom, where movement is given equal billing to text and a contemporary soundtrack as part of these strange and beautiful stories. The pieces are a mixture of dramatic storytelling with dream sequences and thoughts made visible, embodied through stylised movement that draws its inspiration from modern dance, mime and clowning. Bedroom Stories is a piece of 'theatre that dances'.
This was an odd, kind of ballsy choice for a preview opportunity. The performer chose to do nothing from the show. Instead, clad in black, and a tiny top hat strapped to his head, he regaled us with a tune on his accordion. A father and son build a magnificent sand castle together, and then watch the tide take it away. He asked the ever-gracious tech for a little soft mood lighting, and away he went.
His show, from the look of the video preview below, is based as much on movement as it is music or the sheer force of his personality. The preview was designed to... maybe charm us into seeing his show? He was certainly charming. I would have enjoyed seeing a little more of what he had in his bag of tricks for the performance, but maybe the thing is hard to excerpt.
I lean toward the out-of-towners a lot anyway, particularly the way-out-of-towners, out-of-the-country even, just because they've come such a long way to share their art with us. Of all the friggin' places they could have come, they came to Minnesota. Seriously, think about that for a second. It isn't Charley from down the block. They had to coordinate a hell of a lot of logistics to get here, and then when they arrive, they have the uphill battle of not being familiar to local audiences. So crowds and word of mouth are much harder to come by. I've got a soft spot for these folks, I really do.
The kind of work he does, from what I can learn from his website and the video, linked below, is the kind of thing I like. So I'll be looking to see if I can work him into my viewing schedule. Check out some of the online content, and see if you agree.
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Fringe 2009 - OOTS - Bedroom Stories
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Always seeking to inspire the world with exclusive and contemporary furniture, Boca do Lobo manages to use traditional craftsmanship techniques while adding innovative twists to its pieces. Today, COVETED will talk about one of the most original collections of the Portuguese luxury brand, the Newton Family. This stunning collection was inspired by Sir Isaac Newton's seminal discovery of the law of gravity.
The designs are composed of gleaming spheres and semi spheres amassed one on top of the other, held together by gravity itself. The result is an arresting ode to art and science, with the spherical components looking like modular parts of a molecular diagram writ large. This rightfully puts Boca do Lobo at the forefront of harnessing new techniques and concepts. Now, let's meet the characteristics of each piece of the Newton Family.
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Newton Dining Table
The dining table is made of black lacquer brass spheres with high gloss varnish finishing and some gold plated spheres on the base. The top of the table is composed of brass circles carved with a golden texture similar to a wood texture.
This piece is also available in gold plated brass spheres finished with high gloss varnish on the base and a top made by an amazing myrtle burl veneer, finished with a high gloss varnish.
Newton Suspension Lamp
Newton Lamp is a monumental piece which authenticates Boca do Lobo designers and artisans' work.
Newton Bathtub
The bathtub is completed with black lacquer brass spheres, finished in high gloss varnish. Its base also showcases a series of gold plated spheres.
The exclusive Newton chandelier is a unique handcrafted piece that reflects the best of Portuguese metalwork.
Newton Side Table
Side Table composed of metallic spheres and semi spheres joined together.
Newton Wall Lamp
Newton Console Table
Lastly, the Newton console is a standout piece of international desire that distinguishes itself from all the other designs by its futuristic forms.
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Alumni Profiles
Illustrating medicine and science
Mark Miller, BFA '82, of Kansas City, Mo., illustrates science.
Riding retirement
Bob McCullough, MA '72, has spent his retirement helping open an accessible theme park.
Service above self
Ray Klinginsmith, BS BA '59, JD '65, of Kirksville, Mo., spent the past year touring the globe as president of Rotary International.
Mystery and marriage
Susan Claridge, BS '92, writes mystery and suspense novels that contain Mizzou references.
Covering chaos
Rebecca Fox, BJ '03, has been reporting on the revolution in Egypt while working on her master's in Cairo.
Silver streak
Speed demon Donald Lewis, BS ME '66, leads a group of 60-and-older cross-country motorcycle racers.
What a doctor sees
As the youngest of 12 children growing up on a farm in Hayti, Mo., Thomas Cooper learned to work "from can to can't."
House calls
Scott Mosby, BS BA '75, is president of a custom homebuilding company and hosts a St. Louis radio show about remedies to household problems.


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Month: April 2019
Nitecore LA10 Lantern/Flashlight Review
Today I have in for review another Nitecore, but from an unusual source. This one's from Banggood. This is one of those lipstick lantern style lights, and accepts AA sized cells.
Acebeam T36 Flashlight Review
Today I have in for review a light by Acebeam. This is a 21700 tube light, with on-board charging via USB-C (yay!), a dual switch interface, and a CREE XHP-35 HI emitter. It's an interesting complete package light, so read on for more info!
Convoy M2 Flashlight Review
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Malkoff M61 P60 Dropin with Cree XP-G2 (CW) Review
After my Surefire G2 review, I talked to Gene Malkoff about sending some LED replacements. He agreed and sent the M61L, which is suited for the…
Malkoff M61L P60 Dropin with Cree XP-G2 (CW) Review
After my Surefire G2 review, I talked to Gene Malkoff about sending some LED replacements. He agreed and sent the M61L, which is suited for the nitrolon body of the Surefire. He also threw in the package the big brother of the M61L, the M61, which is similar aside from the "L" – where "L" stands for "low output."
Sanyo 2070C Cell Review
Test results today from a Sanyo cell! My first Sanyo cell, I think…. This is the new Sanyo 2070C
Sofirn SP33 v2 Flashlight Review
Another Sofirn light! This is one there are already many reviews of, but I still hope you'll find my thoughts (and more likely, data) on the light to be useful. It's a XHP50.2, 26650 light – a fairly uncomplicated light.
Astrolux FT03 Luminus SST40 Flashlight Review
Tonight I have up for review another Luminus SST40 thrower review! This one has USB-C charging, and can use a few different cell types. It's…
Amutorch TC500 (New) Luminus SST40 Flashlight Review
Neal sent another light – this time an Amutorch thrower. It's a nice little light. Nice to see 21700 lights, particularly in throwers like this. Read on for more!
Lumintop EDC05C Flashlight Review
Neal over at NealsGadgets sent a new Lumintop my way. It's an update to the EDC05… Quite an update too, because this one adds some…