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So, loyal readers would probably want to know what I’m up to after the new year.
In a couple of past posts I expressed a desire to quit blogging. And, that’s probably what I’m going to do. I’ve a couple of interests which have come into conflict with my blogging, and the new(ish) interests is the direction I wish to move.
The reasons I’m probably going to quit blogging is because it’s becoming more and more difficult to come up with new things to say about the same old difficulties this nation and the world faces.
That said, I’ve got to say, writing this blog is addictive, and has been very enjoyable, and cathartic in many ways. I’m not sure I can quit “cold turkey”, or that I even want to. What is even more conflicting is that I’m not ready to give up my relationships with the readers and commentators, here. For the frequent commentators, well, I’ve grown found of and attached to. As much as many would look forward to a post or two from me, I look forward to the comments. The insights, the perspectives, the intelligence …… this too, is addictive. I surely do wish one of you guys would start a new blog where we could all converse and opine!
But, this is where I came up with a “victory tour” idea.
Looking back, I think the many thoughts expressed here have been shown to be pretty much spot on. So, I think what I’m going to do is; each day I’ll read through some of the past posts and pick one which is most interesting or demonstrates mental acumen of not just your humble author, but, perhaps, even the commentators. Or, just a provocative post from the past and perhaps updated (if apt). I will start on this, soon, but, I’ve some things to clear off the table, first.
As some readers may have noticed, I’m not starting each day with a “Gems” post. While Jeanette is continuing to write, I’ve decided not to post it because I can’t promise a year’s worth of daily reading, so I thought it best not to start it.
BTW, for those wondering about the directions I want to go towards …… It’s music and singing …… mostly singing. A few months ago, I came to the realization I’ve been squandering a fantastic gift from God. It is, literally, a sin. Time is short. At my age, I know its just a matter of time before my voice will go away. I’ve done nothing with it my entire life. I’m going to change that. I don’t know exactly what I’ll be doing to change that, but, I’m going to change that. I also realize that it would be most helpful if I up my guitar (and other instruments) game a bit in the pursuit of singing. So, I’ve a bit of real work ahead of me.
At some point, the work and practice will bring real fruit, God willing. And, so, I’ll try to get some of that out to interested readers, just give a shout in the comments.
In the meantime, God bless, and I’ll be back in a bit!


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Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State have elected former deputy governor of the state, Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo and ACN gubernatorial candidate in the 2011 election, as chairman of APC Harmonisation Committee.
To serve as secretary is Alhaji Adamu Aliyu Sumaila who, until recently, was the PDP chairman in the state.
The executive committee members were elected at a meeting in Kano, according to Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso who named other officials as Hajiya Maryam Kofar Mata, women leader; Salisu Abba, Treasurer; Murtala Sule Garo ; Organising Secretary ,and Rabiu Bako ,Youth Leader.
The rest are: Bashir Karaye, Publicity Secretary; Abbas Sani Abbas, Deputy Secretary; and Sa’ad Hassan, ex-officio member.
Kwankwaso said that the executive members were selected from the defunct ANPP, ACN, CPC and the nPDP that merged into the APC.
He said under the merger accord, the nPDP was entitled to five members, ANPP two, and ACN and CPC one member each.
However, the governor noted that PDP decided to forfeit its two slots to ACN and CPC, as well as the chairmanship in the interest of harmony and justice in the party.
He appealed to party followers to register their names with the party as soon as the registration exercise begins.
Prominent stakeholders at the meeting included Alhaji Musa Gwadabe, a former deputy governor of the state, Magaji Abdullahi, General Jafaru Isa (rtd), Sule Yahya Hamma, Kawu Sumaila and Sheik Ibrahim Khalil.

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Filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg looks at nature in fine detail, often documenting what’s unseen to the human eye. Take a look at still images and video clips that show the natural world in all its glory.
For many of us, the climate crisis is a giant social, economic and environmental specter; for photographer Camille Seaman, it’s personal. Take a look at her beautiful pictures of icebergs and glaciers, whose melting magnificence she’s been documenting for the past decade.
In 1945, there were 4.5 million bees in the United States. Today, there are just about 2 million. It’s been a subtle decline over time, but one that has dramatically accelerated over the past seven years. And this should be extremely alarming, given that bees pollinate one-third of the world’s crops. In today’s talk, […]


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In today’s globalized world, immigration has become an increasingly common topic of conversation. Businesses across various industries seek to harness the benefits of diverse talent, often requiring them to navigate the complex landscape of immigration laws and regulations. However, failure to comply with these laws can lead to severe consequences, including audits by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This article aims to shed light on the process and implications of ICE audits, providing businesses and their leaders with the necessary knowledge to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. By understanding the intricacies of immigration audits, businesses can protect their interests and safeguard their operations in an ever-changing legal environment.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) audits
What is an ICE audit?
An ICE audit is an investigation conducted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency to ensure that businesses are complying with immigration laws and regulations. During an audit, ICE reviews an employer’s Form I-9, which is used to verify an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States. The purpose of the audit is to identify and address any violations of immigration law within the workplace.
Purpose of ICE audits
The primary purpose of ICE audits is to promote compliance with immigration laws and protect the integrity of the U.S. labor force. These audits help ensure that employers are hiring and maintaining a legal workforce, preventing unauthorized individuals from obtaining employment opportunities that should be reserved for U.S. citizens and authorized foreign workers. By conducting these audits, ICE aims to enforce immigration laws and maintain a level playing field for businesses.
Consequences of failing an ICE audit
Failing an ICE audit can have severe consequences for businesses. If violations are found during the audit, employers may face civil fines, prosecution, and even criminal charges. The penalties imposed can vary depending on the severity and frequency of violations, but they can range from monetary fines to imprisonment. Additionally, failing an ICE audit can damage a company’s reputation, leading to loss of customers, business opportunities, and potential legal action from affected employees.
Preparing for an ICE audit
To prepare for an ICE audit, businesses should ensure they have a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of immigration laws and regulations. It is essential to establish proper hiring and employee verification procedures, including maintaining accurate and complete Form I-9 records for all employees. Regular internal audits and training programs can help identify and address any potential compliance issues proactively. It is also recommended to consult with an experienced immigration attorney who can provide guidance and assistance in preparing for an ICE audit.
Understanding the audit process
The audit process typically begins when a business receives a Notice of Inspection (NOI) from ICE stating that an audit will be conducted on their Form I-9 records. Upon receiving the NOI, the employer has three days to gather and organize the requested documents. During the audit, ICE will review the Form I-9 records, employee eligibility verification documents, and other relevant employment records. The audit may also include on-site visits and interviews with employees. After the audit, ICE will issue a Notice of Suspect Documents or Notice of Technical or Procedural Failures to notify the employer of any violations found.
Types of ICE audits
There are two primary types of ICE audits: Form I-9 audits and E-Verify audits. In a Form I-9 audit, ICE reviews an employer’s compliance with the requirements of Form I-9, ensuring that the forms are properly completed, retained, and maintained. An E-Verify audit, on the other hand, focuses on the employer’s use of the E-Verify system, which electronically verifies the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
How are businesses selected for an ICE audit?
Businesses may be selected for an ICE audit through various methods, including random selection, investigative leads, and tips. Sometimes, ICE targets specific industries or regions known for a high rate of immigration violations. Additionally, businesses with previous compliance issues or suspicious activities may be targeted for an audit. It is crucial for employers to be proactive in maintaining compliance and minimizing potential risks.
Rights and responsibilities during an ICE audit
During an ICE audit, businesses have rights and responsibilities that they should be aware of. It is essential to cooperate with ICE officials and provide the requested documents within the specified timeframe. However, employers also have the right to consult with legal counsel during the audit process. It is advisable to have an attorney present during any interviews or discussions with ICE officials to protect the company’s interests.
FAQ 1: How long do businesses have to respond to a Notice of Inspection (NOI)?
Businesses have three business days to respond to a Notice of Inspection (NOI) and provide ICE with the requested documents. It is crucial to gather the required information promptly and ensure that it is accurate and complete before submitting it to ICE.
FAQ 2: What are the penalties for failing an ICE audit?
The penalties for failing an ICE audit can vary depending on the severity and frequency of violations. They can range from monetary fines to criminal prosecution and imprisonment. It is crucial for businesses to prioritize compliance with immigration laws to avoid these potential consequences.
FAQ 3: What documentation should a business have ready for an ICE audit?
During an ICE audit, businesses should have their Form I-9 records, employee eligibility verification documents, and other relevant employment records readily available. It is important to ensure that these documents are accurate, complete, and properly maintained throughout the employment relationship.
Common violations found during ICE audits
During ICE audits, several common violations are often identified. These include failure to complete and maintain the required Form I-9 for each employee, improperly completed forms, failure to verify employee eligibility within the specified timeframe, and failure to retain Form I-9 records for the required period. It is crucial for businesses to regularly review and update their compliance procedures to avoid these common pitfalls.
How an attorney can help during an ICE audit
Navigating an ICE audit can be complex and challenging, especially for businesses unfamiliar with immigration laws and regulations. Consulting with an experienced immigration attorney can provide businesses with the guidance and support they need during this process. An attorney can help assess a company’s compliance, identify potential risks, develop effective strategies to address any violations, and advocate for the company’s interests throughout the audit process. Having legal representation can significantly improve a business’s chances of a successful outcome and mitigate potential penalties.

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On July 23, the Wautoma Kiwanis Club held its weekly morning meeting at Bird Creek Park and the guest speaker was Bob Sivick, County Administrator who is also a Wautoma Kiwanis Member.
Bob spoke on proposed building projects in Waushara County. The current County Courthouse was built in 1928 and will be getting many new upgrades in the proposed building projects.
Other items included in the proposed building project are a new EMS Station and senior dining center in Poy Sippi. Currently the EMS Station is renting and will need to move. Also, a new four season building at the Waushara County Fair Grounds that will be able to be used for many different events is included in the projects.
This is a big proposed building project but as Bob explained this is “Planning for the Future”, and once completed no more renovations will need to be done for 50 years. They are planning to start work in early 2021.
Bob had a lot of great information and answered many questions asked by the members.

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Another much anticipated tour was announced this morning, The Dave Matthews Band Summer 2015 tour. 47 dates in 5 months, including 3 dates in Canada.
The tour kicks off May 13 in Austin, Texas and runs through the summer wrapping up on September 13 in Phoenix, Arizona. Canadian fans will get their chance to see DMB as 3 of the 47 dates will be north of the border. The first opportunity is July 21 in Toronto, followed by Montreal on the 22nd and then on September 1 the tour comes to Vancouver, BC.
There were hopes that the tour might come to the new Bonnaroo North festival or Ottawa Bluesfest in July, both of which appear unlikely due to the tight schedule the tour will follow.
The tour will follow the 2 set format, first introduced in 2014 the band performs 2 sets at each performance (an acoustic set of about 8 songs as well as an electric set of about 15 songs.)
Tickets for the tour are expected to go on sale to the general public on February 13, 2015. For more information visit www.davematthewsband.com.
The full list of dates is as follows:
May 15: Dallas
May 16: The Woodlands, Texas
May 19: Rogers, Arkansas
May 20: Southaven, Mississippi
May 22: Raleigh, North Carolina
May 23: Bristow, Virginia
May 30: Atlanta
June 2: Orange Beach, Alabama
June 3: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
June 5: Cincinnati, Ohio
June 6: Burgettstown, Pennsylvania
June 9: Wantagh, New York
June 13: Mansfield, Massachusetts
June 26-27: Camden, New Jersey
June 30: Des Moines, Iowa
July 3-4: Saratoga Springs, New York
July 14: Bonner Springs, Kansas
July 25-26: East Troy, Wisconsin

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CME Building Bridges. Composed by Chris Saranec. Building Bridges. 8 pages. Boosey & Hawkes #M051478491. Published by Boosey & Hawkes (HL.48019820).
Item Number: HL.48019820
The setting of this text speaks of comfort to those who have lost a loved one. It also observes that even though a loved one has departed, there is a certain sense of connectedness that we still feel, which has been imparted by the Creator.

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Losucon M 1/500 SR : Each sustained release tablet contains Glimepiride BP 1 mg and Metformin HCL BP 500 mg
Losucon M SR is a combination of 2 oral anti-hyperglycemic drugs with complimentary mechanism of action to improve glycemic control in patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus: Glimepiride, a Sulfonylurea and Metformin, a member of the biguanide class. The primary mechanism of action of Glimepiride, is to stimulate the release of insulin from functioning pancreatic beta cells. Glimepiride acts in concert with glucose by improving the sensitivity of beta cells to physiological glucose stimulus, resulting in insulin secretion. In addition, extra pancreatic effects like reduction of basal hepatic glucose production, increased peripheral tissue sensitivity to insulin and glucose uptake may also play role in the activity of Glimepiride. Metformin decreases hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity by increasing peripheral glucose uptake and utilization.
Glimepiride + Metformin combination tablet is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus when treatment with both Glimepiride and Metformin is appropriate or in cases where Glimepiride/Metformin mono-therapy does not result in adequate glycemic control.
The dosage of Losucon M 1/500 SR must be the lowest which is sufficient to achieve the desired metabolic control. During treatment with Glimepiride + Metformin combination tablet, glucose levels in blood and urine must be measured regularly. The initial recommended dose of Glimepiride + Metformin combination tablet is Glimepiride 1 mg+ Metformin HCL 500 mg one tablet once daily with breakfast or first main meal of the day. Starting dose for patients inadequately controlled on Glimepiride or Metformin monotherapy is Losucon M 1/500 SR once daily, and gradually titrated after assessing the therapeutic response. Titration: The daily dose must be titrated in increments of 1 tablet. The maximum recommended dose per day is 8 mg Glimepiride and 2000 mg Metformin. When switching from combination therapy of glimepiride plus metformin to separate tablets, Glimepiride and Metformin should be administered separately on the basis of dosage currently being taken. Due to the sustained-release formulation, Losucon M 1/500 SR must be swallowed whole and not crushed or chewed. When Glimepiride + Metformin combination tablet is used in combination or with insulin, a lower dose of the Glimepiride or insulin may be required to reduce the risk of hypoglycemia.
As a result of the blood glucose-lowering action of Glimepiride, hypoglycemia may occur which may also be prolonged. At the start of treatment, there may be temporary visual impairment due to the change in blood glucose levels. Occasionally, gastrointestinal symptoms e.g. nausea, vomiting, sensations of pressure or fullness in the epigastrium, abdominal pain and diarrhoea may occur. Occasionally, allergic or pseudo-allergic reactions may occur e.g. in the form of itching, urticaria or rashes. Metformin: Gastrointestinal symptoms-nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and loss of appetite are very common. Metallic taste is common. A decrease of vitamin B12 absorption with decrease of serum levels has been observed in patients treated long-term with metformin. Lactic acidosis is very rare.
Metformin: Lactic acidosis is a rare but serious (high mortality in the absence of prompt treatment), complication of Metformin accumulation which can be fatal. Patients should be cautioned about prolonged fasting and excessive alcohol intake since it potentiates the effects of Metformin on lactate metabolism. It is not recommended in hepatic/renal impairment or hypoxic states. As intravascular administration of iodinated contrast materials in radiologic studies can lead to renal failure, Metformin should be discontinued temporarily. Glimepiride: In the initial weeks of treatment, the risk of hypoglycemia may be increased and careful monitoring is necessary. In exceptional stress situations (e.g. trauma, surgery, febrile infections), blood glucose regulation may deteriorate and a temporary change to insulin may be necessary to maintain good metabolic control.
Pregnancy: The use of Glimepiride + Metformin combination is not recommended for use in pregnancy. Intake may cause risk/harm to child. It is recommended that such patients change over to insulin.
Lactation: The use of Glimepiride + Metformin combination is not recommended for use in lactating mothers, and if the diet alone is inadequate for controlling blood glucose, insulin therapy should be considered.
Pediatric use: Safety and effectiveness of Glimepiride + Metformin combination in pediatric patients have not been established.
Geriatric use: Metformin is substantially excreted by the kidneys, and because aging is associated with reduced renal function, Glimepiride + Metformin combination should be used with caution in the elderly.

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Revolutionizing the Visual Landscape
In the dynamic realm of online gaming, the horizon is shifting towards an unprecedented era—Gaming in 3D. This transformative leap in visual technology promises an immersive experience that transcends the traditional boundaries of gaming.
The Dawn of a Dimensional Epoch
As technology evolves, so does our perception of virtual reality. Gaming in 3D marks a paradigm shift, ushering in an era where players are not just participants but inhabitants of the digital worlds they explore. This shift is more than a mere visual upgrade; it’s a revolution in how we interact with and perceive virtual environments.
Unveiling the Technological Marvels
The advent of 3D gaming is powered by cutting-edge technologies. Graphics cards capable of rendering intricate details, high-refresh-rate displays, and advancements in stereoscopic imaging converge to create a visual feast for gamers link alternatif qqmobil. This amalgamation of technologies ensures that every pixel contributes to an unparalleled visual spectacle.
The Multidimensional Gaming Experience
Gaming in 3D is not confined to mere aesthetics. It adds a new layer of depth—both literally and figuratively—to the gaming experience. Environments come alive, and characters gain a newfound realism that blurs the line between the digital and physical worlds. Whether navigating through lush landscapes or engaging in heart-pounding battles, every moment becomes a visceral adventure.
Compatibility Across Platforms
One of the strengths of the 3D revolution is its adaptability across gaming platforms. Whether you’re a PC enthusiast, console gamer, or even indulging in mobile gaming, the 3D experience is becoming increasingly accessible. This inclusivity ensures that the captivating world of three-dimensional gaming is not exclusive to a select few but embraces a diverse gaming community.
Future Perspectives: Beyond the Horizon
As we gaze into the future, the potential of 3D gaming seems boundless. Virtual reality headsets and augmented reality integrations are poised to elevate the immersive experience further. The prospect of stepping into game worlds with unparalleled realism is on the horizon, promising a future where the boundaries between the virtual and real become indistinguishable.
Seizing the Future: A Call to Action
In conclusion, gaming in 3D is not merely an evolution; it’s a revolution in the way we perceive and engage with virtual worlds. The amalgamation of cutting-edge technology and a commitment to inclusivity ensures that the 3D gaming experience is not just a trend but a transformative journey into the future.
Whether you are a seasoned gamer or a newcomer to the digital realms, the era of 3D gaming invites everyone to embark on a visual odyssey like never before. It’s time to embrace the future—a future where gaming transcends dimensions and becomes an immersive spectacle for all.


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The bacteriostatic water is a specific and essential type of water that is created to be used in inhibiting the development and growth of different kinds of bacteria. The water is created through filtering and sterilizing and then removing the bacteria. In order to prevent the growth or contamination of bacteria in bacteriostatic water, there is a small amount of benzyl alcohol that is added. This benzyl alcohol helps in making the bacteriostatic water static, relatively and teachable of bacteria content. the sterile water is different from bacteriostatic water in that it is only filtered and purified, but there are no added additives. Also, sterile water can only be used once. When it comes to usage of bacteriostatic water, this normally depends on the type of application. Antiseptic antibiotics, disinfectants, antibiotics, and bacteriostatic preventives are some of the main four types of bacteriostatic water. Furthermore, once the bacteriostatic water is being used for medicinal purposes, it is important to make sure that the amount of time allowed for the repair is enough in order to provide the best host defense mechanism. Below is a guide with the unique advantages of using bacteriostatic water.
Bacteriostatic water is useful in diluting the medication to be injected in a patient. Some of the main injection methods are intravenous, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections. A needle is used to assess the muscle during the intramuscular injection. On the other hand, the veins are assessed for intravenous injection to be performed. Then under the skin muscles is where the subcutaneous injection method is performed. All these methods are used depending on a particular kind of treatment, as well as how the injection is going to be effective as per their prescription of the medical practitioner.
Another reason that makes bacteriostatic water to the outstanding is that it can be used several times during medication procedures. The reality behind this is that the contaminating bacteria cannot grow or reproduce at the same time. This makes it possible for any infectious agent to find difficulties when trying to multiply. As compared to some of the fluids that are used during medical injection, bacteriostatic water is unique in that it does not contain any antibacterial agents.
Last but not least, the fact that bacteriostatic water is easy to manufacture, cheap and readily-available makes it be the best as compared to other fluids. One of the most exciting things about bacteriostatic water is that you can be able to manufacture it at your own home, as long as you are having all the necessary ingredients and you have a proper understanding of all the correct and necessary procedures to be followed.

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Phoenix Awakens (The Phoenix, #1)
by Eliza Nolan
Release Date: October 12th 2015
Genre: Young Adult, Paranormal, Urban Fantasy
A paranormal debut about a high school senior who finds herself in a fight with a secret society for control of ancient magic.
Julia never believed in magic.
Julia Long is starting her senior year with an extra dose of crazy. The dreams of cultish, bloody rituals are weird enough, but the victim in her lifelike dreams is her new classmate, Southern charmer Graham.
Graham admits he was a Phoenix — part of a centuries old secret society — but swears he left it all behind. As Julia works with Graham to figure out why she is dreaming about his past, she’s discovering she has other abilities. She heals Graham’s migraines with a touch, and there’s her superhuman strength that comes and goes. Julia doesn’t know where her new talents come from, but there’s no denying that when Graham is near, her powers kick into overdrive.
But the Phoenix Society wants Graham back. They need his blood to awaken the magic they seek, and they’ll do whatever it takes to get it.
Can Julia uncover the truth behind her connection to Graham? How far will Julia go in order to save Graham and stop the Phoenixes from harnessing this powerful magic?
(I received a free copy of this book in exchange for a review).
(This review may contain spoilers).
This book was shorter than I was expecting, but I did find it really easy to read. Julia was a character I found it really easy to empathise with and although she did seem to be developing certain powers and abilities, I felt those developed easily and naturally. While there were some scenes that did seem to be a bit too convenient, I didn’t think those were enough to make me lose interest in either Julia’s character or the storyline.
The dreams Julia had were particularly disturbing and although they were explained later on in the book (at least to a certain extent), they did succeed in providing a lot of tension… not to mention being kind of gory in nature.
I liked Samantha at the beginning of the book, but I went off her character quite a bit partway through. By the end of the book, she’d grown on me again… but I didn’t find myself trusting her quite as readily as Julia did.
This was one book I found myself not minding the romance so much. While I would have liked to see more focus on the plotline, rather than the romance, I did believe in Graham’s and Julia’s feelings for each other… even though I did think Graham came across as a bit of a jerk for a while. (It was understandable, but I could understand Carla’s frustration at Graham and Julia not talking to each other).
I liked the fact that Carla and Julia became friends so quickly and how Carla was involved in the dreams. I was also intrigued by Aydan and even though I thought that there was too much allowed to be cryptic, I did keep reading the book, wanting to see what was going to happen. And the mystery surrounding Julia’s mother piqued my interest as well. I would have liked a few more answers to my questions by the end of the book, though.
I felt there were some nice elements of foreshadowing in this book. I am interested enough to read the next book/s in this series at some point in the future. It would be really good to see more of Julia and learn more about her family history… at least on her mother’s side.
About The Author
Eliza Nolan was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She lived in Charleston, South Carolina, for a few years, after which she returned to icy Minnesota – where she now lives with her two unruly cats in a house smaller than your closet.
She is an avid reader and writer of YA. She has ghostwritten a novel or two, but also writes her own stuff, and is finally publishing her debut young adult urban fantasy novel, Phoenix Awakens.

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The Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji,on Sunday applauded the people of the state for their conduct during the Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections which was peaceful, and for voting en masse for the All Progressives Congress’s presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, and all APC National Assembly candidates.
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday declared Tinubu winner of the presidential election in Ekiti State, with 201,484 votes to defeat other candidates across the 16 local government areas of the state in the election which was concluded on Saturday.
The governor, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, titled, “Presidential Election: Oyebanji appreciates Ekiti people for peaceful conduct, APC victory,” described the victory as “a reflection of the love the generality of the people have for the party as well as a reaffirmation of the mandate given to me and the party during the June 18, 2022 governorship election.”
He said, “Special thanks to Ekitikete for their peaceful conduct during Saturday’s election and for supporting and ensuring victory for our presidential candidate, Asiwaju Tinubu, and all our senatorial and House of Representatives candidates
“That is why it is so important to achieve all the goals of the special military operation. To push back the borders that threaten our country as far as possible, even if they are the borders of Poland,” said Medvedev.
“The Ekiti electorate have continue to conduct themselves in a very peaceful and honourable manner and Saturday was another remarkably peaceful outing. I thank you all for voting massively for Asiwaju Tinubu and all our candidates as promised, even as we look forward to witnessing greater level of development and prosperity in our state.
“We also thank INEC for the remarkable improvement in the conduct of the election. The security agencies were also superb in their conduct and deserve our commendation.
“Special thanks to all our traditional rulers, religious leaders, political leaders, union leaders, leaders of associations, leaders of professional groups, market leaders, artisan and all political party leaders for ensuring that our state remain peaceful during and after the election. You are the real winners.”

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James Corden Biography
James Corden is an English actor, comedian, singer, and television host who is best recognized for hosting CBS television show, The Late Late Show. Besides that, he is also known for his work on the television series, 70th Tony Awards, Very British problems, and films Kill Your Friends, Trolls.
James Corden Early Life and Education
James Kimberley Corden was born on August 22, 1978, in London, England, to Malcolm Corden, father, and Margaret Corden, mother. His mother was a social worker while the father was a musician in the Royal Air Force. He rose up with his two sisters, Andrea Henry and Carey Corden.
Diligent James first attended Jackie Palmer Stage School where he studied drama. Later on, he went to Holmer Green Upper School for his further education. He was always inclined to acting since his childhood. He would rather joke than focus on his studies. Who knew James would one day become one of the best comedians in future.
James Corden Career
Multi-talented British actor, James began his acting career in 1996 in the Theatre Play, Martin Guerre. In the same year, he also made an onscreen appearance in the television series, Out of Tune playing as Lee.
A year later after his onscreen debut, he appeared in the film, Twenty Four Seven portraying a role of Carl Tonka Marsh. Following year, he landed in multiple television series and films including, Fat Friends, Teachers, Little Britain, All or Nothing, Lesbian Vampire Killers, Planet 51 and so on.
Besides, James also co-created, wrote and starred in the BBC sitcom Gavin & Stacey with a Welsh actress, Ruth Jones. He won BAFTA Television Award for the same sitcom for being the best comedy performer.
Moreover, he also won the Tony Award for his work in the Broadway’s run of the play, One Man, Two Guvnors. Likewise, in 2015, he won the BAFTA Britannia Award, British Artist of the Year.
Youtube; James Corden and Welsh actress, Ruth Jones in sitcom Gavin & Stacey;
Apart from acting, James has presented Brit Awards and hosted 70th Tony Awards and 59th Annual Grammy. He also did voice-over as Monty in the video game, Fable II and appeared in music videos, Happy Now, Mama Do the Hump, Can’t Stop the Feeling.
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Currently, James is working for the television show, The Late Late Show with James Corden. He also recently appeared in the movie, The Emoji Movie, Peter Rabbit and television show called 59th Annual Grammy Awards.
James Corden Personal Life
Multi-award winning personality, James Corden married to a television producer, Julia Carey in 2012. The husband and wife met each other through their mutual friend Dominic Cooper, who is also an actor.
The couple is blessed with three children son, Max Corden, daughter, Carey Corden and their newborn baby whose name is still unknown.
The couple currently resides in Malibu in almost 25 million dollars mansion. They seem to be living a happy life given that, there has not been any rumors or news about their extramarital affairs.
James Corden Net worth
James Corden collects a tremendous amount of money from his multi-professions. According to 2011, he used to make money around $111,000 for each episode of A League of Their Own while $34,000 from the episode of I Just Want My Pants Back.
James resides in the $25 million mansion from which we can assume that he has been earning decent money from his professions. As of 2017, his net worth is estimated at $2 million.

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- Enhancement of polarization levels and extension T1 spin-lattice relaxation times in nuclei polarized via dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) to facilitate mass production, transportation and storage.
- Studying the applications of 129Xe, 13C and 15N based biomarkers and contrast enhancers in magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging of the lungs and metabolism.
- Development of imaging techniques and pulse sequences for magnetic resonance spectroscopy and imaging of hyperpolarized biomarkers in diagnosis of pulmonary disorders and metabolically active tumors.
- Modeling dynamic nuclear polarization of xenon in solid mixtures.
- Development of imaging techniques and pulse sequences for in vivo imaging of 13C-based biomarkers.


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District Development Commissioner Srinagar, Farooq Ahmad Lone, today launched Water Transport Services on a trial basis, from Ghat located on River Jhelum, near the erstwhile Grindlays Bank at Zero Bridge.
The DDC was accompanied by Managing Director, Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation (JKTDC) Sarmad Hafeez, Director Tourism Kashmir Mahmood A Shah and Additional Commissioner Srinagar, Abdul Rashid War.
The trial of the Water Transport Services was conducted as per the directions of the Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti and Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Baseer Ahmed Khan in a meeting held on July 8, 2017.
For the trial run, two motor boats of JKTDC and one motor driven Shikara moved towards Habba Kadal bridge to and fro.
The DDC, while expressing satisfaction over the arrangement for the launch of transport services said the service would not only revive traditional water transport but at the same time would promote heritage structures on the banks of the river Jhelum.
Initially two motor boats with carrying capacity of 18 persons in one boat and eight persons in another boat at highly subsidized rates would be introduced for locals as well as tourists.
Motor driven traditional shikaras would also be available which will cross through famous seven bridges in the river Jhelum. Irrigation and Flood Control Department would be maintaining the Ghat as an anchor point for the motor boats.
Speaking on the occasion, Director Tourism Kashmir said the service would revive age old water transport services and the heritage structure and local architecture in downtown Srinagar.
He said the proposal to introduce motor driven shikaras in River Jhelum can be a viable alternative to rope in the existing registered shikara wallas for operating this service on a long term basis.
The service has been jointly launched by JKTDC and Department of Tourism Kashmir to promote Water Transport and Heritage Tourism.


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Cronulla prop Aaron Woods has been rated a better than 50-50 prospect of making his NRL return in Sunday's clash with former club Canterbury at ANZ Stadium.
Woods has been missing since early April because of a fractured foot but is on the verge of being cleared by Sharks medical staff.
He has been named on an extended bench in the No.21 jumper and the 28-year-old had several sessions with his teammates this week.
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Coach John Morris said a final call on his availability would be made during Saturday's captain's run but was hopeful of him getting back on the park this week.
"Given that it's a lower body injury and the big fella isn't the lightest bloke in the world, he's putting 100-something kilos through it," Morris said.
"Being a foot fracture and having surgery you've really got to make sure you get it right.
"He's had about 12 weeks out so he's edging closer. He'll be keen to get out there and play one of his ex clubs."
Morris said they would take every precaution with Woods given the risk of reaggravating the problem but said the unavailability of Andrew Fifita due to suspension had increased their need to usher him back.
"I'd say he's slight better than 50-50," Morris said.
"He's looking okay and given we've got one big front-rower in Andrew Fifita who can't take the field, it does open up a little door.
"But we will definitely put his health first."
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|Thoughts of a Wanderer|
Last autumn I came across a girl of my age who was a hopeless romantic. While we were not really friends, I still stuck around to listen to her endless series of trivialities. I have always been a good listener. I reckon it comes with the habit of reading. I have always found various stories of people who meant nothing at all to me genuinely interesting. I listened with great patience to her unending stories about her latest love interests. I remember nodding along at the right places, at the right time, commenting only when required. When school resumed, I noticed the people around me having a similar malady. Everybody wanted to be with somebody.
I was amazed at their stupidity. Why on earth would someone want to be dutifully committed to another? The whole aspect was bizarre and I regarded these "love" seeking parasites with blatant contempt. They had no subject of discussion apart from how their hair looked to impress their objects of desire, or how to eliminate potential contenders to their prize. No substance whatsoever. I laughed at their idiocy. My friends, however, would just give me one of those infuriating love-sick puppy smiles that made me want to punch them back to earth.
Then the winter came. Well, a 21* C winter. The annual rain week brought with it similar showers from the eyes of those around me. The January ( I refuse to call it the "Winter Break"- although that would give a great effect in terms of wordplay.) vacations did not render good to the dreamers around me. Everyone was now moaning about heart ache and sorrow. Tough luck, I thought.
I turned to my true companions: Poe, Dostoevsky, the Brontes, and Chaucer. They proved to be more enlightening friends. They had different aspects to share with me. They did not pose emotional fallacy. I found solace in the arts: Music, Painting, Theatre, Poetry, and Film.
Spring. Usually a season of hope; in my blessed school it was just a reminder of the upcoming finals. Well, studies came and went, I guess. I don't usually give a rat's backside for results. I just do my best and leave it at that. I looked forward to summer, in anticipation of travelling abroad, to Europe. It wasn't going to be my first time. Nor my second, or third. It was not a home, but I wanted it to be one. I missed the cool mornings, the speedy trains, the fact that no one misused personal automobile, the food, the long days, starry nights, clouds, and the most interesting people.
You will understand my anger when my mother told me I had to wait longer, in order to complete a summer English class she signed me up for. In any other circumstance, I would have been delighted, but this messed with my Europe trip. She, however had the final say, and I was much obliged to attend.
With great disdain I went to the class. I entered the institute to find the place to be strangely bright and open. I enquired about by class and which room to go to. I was led to this conference type room and was told that my teacher would arrive shortly. My thoughts then were incoherent, coloured by my anger and frustration. In my head I had already blamed this old sodder teacher for ruining a good part of my summer. I waited for what seemed like an hour for his highness to show up. He was probably looking for his walking stick somewhere. My Leo temperament getting the better of me, I started cursing the man in my head. I was somewhere in the fourth or fifth line of my internal diatribe when I was briefly interrupted by a young student in his early twenties. Or so I thought.
I looked in curiosity, momentarily forgetting my silent soliloquy, at the guy wearing a band tee, oddly combined with a grey blazer and low hanging jeans. In one hand he held a cold one from Costa Coffee, and in another keys and sunglasses. The students up in the front of the circular table pushed their revolving chairs to make room for him. He smiled in amusement and took out a red marker from his pocket. Next, he looked around for something and finally took his seat in the slightly larger chair clearly reserved for the teacher. " Sorry about that guys, traffic from the city is awful at this time" were his first words.
I'm pretty sure the others were as bowled over as I was. Surely this was not our teacher. He was barely legal, let alone a graduate. My anger was now converted into a weird mix of anticipation and curiosity, I was captivated by everything he said, by his extensive knowledge of the arts, the way he quoted Voltaire.
By the end I gathered that he was a Bostonian, and did his SAT without a calculator. It sounds odd, I agree, but I mulled over him after class, to home, at home and everywhere else that week,. Little did I know that unconsciously I had caught the malady.
As classes passed, I grew more and more fascinated by his behaviour. I would think for hours about literature he quoted, about other trivia he would share. He was everything I aspired to be: well travelled, educated to a freakishly high level, well versed with foreign attributes, and above all an expert in English from every single aspect. His clean sense of humour charmed me, his meticulous impersonation of various characters amazed me, his laugh was magic. I was stymied.
It took me a while to realize I was becoming everything I hated in others. When I finally did, I smiled. There was this persistent voice in the back of my head saying, "Careful, this is not good." I remember laughing at my pessimistic conscience, deeming it far too negative. I was spellbound. My heart, light.
Time passed until it was the last lesson ever. It was after summer, and I had come back from my holidays. the classes were temporarily stopped, so that he could go back home for summer. The institute offered a replacement, but we all wanted him to be our teacher. So the classes were prolonged till the second week of Senior year. Tuesday was the last class, and I knew that I would not see him again. The city was too big for that. There was this tornado inside me that Tuesday afternoon. Just few more hours till we bid farewell. The class was great. We laughed. But I listened and saw him completely. Inhaled deeply. Time was passing. It was one of the hardest things I ever had to do. To leave the room, I mean..
Next day, I walked into my first class of the day at school. It was English Literature, my favourite subject. We did Poe, my fovorite author. But for the first time in my life, I could not bring myself to open the book in front of me. It was his favourite author too. The pride of his home town. The lesson was torturous, I prayed for the bell to ring.
Today is that Wednesday. I haven't cried in a long time. I laughed at a lot of things to mask the anguish I felt inside. But my laughter sounded hollow, even to me. I was right all along. Attraction is bad. Very bad. I cannot bear to even look at anything I love.
At least I know how to pronounce my second favourite author's name now.

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Today we went pumpkin picking at Cattows Farm, Leicestershire. I picked one to cook and one to carve.
I made soup with the one to cook, here is my vegan pumpkin soup recipe, perfect as the days get chillier and nights get darker.
- 1 pumpkin
- 1 white onion
- Rapeseed oil
- Fresh ginger
- Ground nutmeg
- Ground cinnamon
- Black pepper
- 2 pints vegetable stock
- Pre-heat oven to 240℃
- Cut the pumpkin in half through the stalk, scoop out the seeds (save the seeds to roast), then cut each half into chunks
- Place onto a baking tray, brush each chunk with rapeseed oil, season with salt and black pepper, then place into the oven for 30 minutes
- While the pumpkin is roasting, put a dash of rapeseed oil, chopped onion and ginger in a pan to fry, once the onion has some colour put it on a low heat to simmer for 20 minutes
- Scoop out the roasted pumpkin and add to the onions and ginger, then add the vegetable stock, nutmeg, cinnamon and more salt and black pepper to simmer on a low heat for 20 minutes
- Finally, blend the soup to a smooth puree
As mentioned above, save those pumpkin seeds to roast as a tasty topping or snack.
- Pre-heat oven to 180℃
- Scrape the seeds from the pumpkin, clean off all the pulp and give them a rinse
- Spread them onto a baking tray, spray with rapeseed oil and season with salt and black pepper (or any flavour you like!), then place into the oven for 10 minutes

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Extremely Large Telescopes are considered worldwide as one of the highest priorities in ground-based astronomy. They will vastly advance astrophysical knowledge, allowing detailed studies of subjects including planets around other stars, the first objects in the Universe, super-massive black holes, and the nature and distribution of the dark matter and dark energy which dominate the Universe.
Since 2005 ESO has been working with its community and industry to develop an extremely large optical/infrared telescopes.
Dubbed ELT for European Extremely Large Telescope, this revolutionary new ground-based telescope concept will have a 39-metre main mirror and will be the largest optical/near-infrared telescope in the world: "the world’s biggest eye on the sky".
The ELT programme was approved in 2012 and green light for construction was given at the end of 2014. First light is targeted for 2024.
The ELT is a high technology project that incorporates many innovative developments. It offers numerous possibilities for technology and engineering spin-offs, technology transfer and technology contracting.
A detailed description of the future ELT is available for the general public here. The ELT Project page gives more information about the science that can be done with the ELT as well as the technical challenges.
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Driver Killed in Accident with Police Cruiser in Norfolk
I was saddened to read about a fatal car crash involving a police cruiser in Norfolk on Saturday night. The accident took place at the intersection of Hampton Boulevard and Surrey Crescent.
The police officer was reported to be traveling south of Hampton Boulevard when a driver in a Toyota Prius pulled out from Surrey Crescent and collided with the cruiser, reported WAVY.com.
The driver of the Prius was killed at the accident scene. The officer was taken to a local hospital for treatment of with serious injuries. My thoughts are with the family of the deceased driver and the police officer. The report on WAVY.com stated the police cruiser was responding to a report of gunshots on Graydon Avenue and had its lights and sirens on, according to Norfolk Police Department.
The officer was reported to be making a good recovery but would be off work for some time. Police had not yet identified the deceased driver or said who was to blame for Saturday night’s wreck.
Accidents involving police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances can be serious. Often when emergency vehicles are responding to an incident or an accident scene, they travel fast and require the right of way. Other vehicles have little time to react. Recently, we reported that more than 100 lives are lost a year in accidents involving emergency vehicles. This may be an underestimate. We have seen a number of incidents in which accidents involving emergency vehicles caused deaths and serious injuries in Hampton Roads and elsewhere in Virginia. Last year, a patient in an ambulance was killed on Route 13 on the Eastern Shore of Virginia when an ambulance driver went through a red light and hit a bus. The ambulance driver faced charges, according to TV reports. In another case, an $800,000 settlement was reached to the family of a patient who was killed in an ambulance in Charlottesville, VA when a driver who was texting crashed the ambulance.
The high number of deaths has caused policies on police pursuits to be reevaluated in parts of the country. If you see an emergency vehicle with its lights flashing and sirens on, you should pull over as soon as it’s safe to do so.
If you have been injured in an accident with an emergency vehicle or if you have lost a loved one, we want to hear from you. Call us for a free consultation at (757) 455-0077.


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The rumors have been on fire lately surrounding Devin Booker, with many treating it as a matter of fact that his relationship with Kendall Jenner has ended. The two have been together for almost 2 years but earlier in the week, many outlets suggested that they were no longer with each other. It escalated when fans noticed some pictures she posted on Instagram, which seemed like a suggestion that she was single.
But amid all the trade rumors and the chaos of free agency coming up, there seem to be new developments on the personal front for Booker as well, with TMZ spotting the duo together, having what seems like a happy and amicable conversation.
This conversation supposedly took place at the Soho House in Malibu on Sunday, with TMZ going on to share details like the two were shooting each other flirtatious looks throughout the event. While the pictures themselves don't mean that the two are still together, the timing of it is interesting considering the rumors that have been going around.
There is something to be said of the nature of these rumors, as there are oftentimes very few ways to verify where they come from, so it's not unthinkable that even if Booker and Jenner had some issues, that they might have resolved them and gotten together once again.
In any case, Suns fans will be hoping that this saga resolves itself quickly one way or another as they need Booker to be locked in during the offseason if they are to avoid a repeat of how last season ended.
Despite being the best regular-season team, the Suns folded in the playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks, losing in humiliating fashion in Game 7. Booker is under some major scrutiny on the court following that performance, and he will have to come out firing next season if he wishes to prove his critics wrong.


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My next book, a walking guide to visit lesser known places on Dartmoor, is progressing.
It’s taking longer than the Essex coast guide as walking on Dartmoor is often far less straightforward. Many paths are less defined and I will probably need to do each walk about half a dozen times at different times of the year to ensure that I’ve chosen and documented the best route.
There are obviously other walking guides to Dartmoor but I am aiming for this one to be different:
- It takes the walker to lesser known places of interest.
- It will have more information on the places seen on the walk than most guides.
- It will have clearer instructions than many guides, with these separated from background information.
I did a couple of walks between Christmas and New Year, both in misty conditions, which aren’t the best for clear photography but shows the moor in one of her most evocative moods.
The first was from Okehampton, climbing to Black Down Military Railway, a ‘target railway’ used by the army on the moor. Targets were pulled along a track by pulleys powered by static engines.
Return to Okehampton was through the Red-a-ven valley, beside of Dartmoor’s picturesque streams, especially with so much water from recent rain.
The second was from near Buckfastleigh, initially along a lane, passing this George VI post box, which is no longer in use but was decorated for Christmas with a lighted candle inside.
I love the moor gates that lead to freedom on the open moor, the Lud Gate at the end a track enclosed by tall granite walls, being one of my favourites.
Dartmoor has many legends, some more believable than others. This standing stone, ‘Little Man’, is apparently a lone piper who was turned to stone for playing on a Sunday.
Huntingdon Warren is was of the remote warren houses on Dartmoor where rabbits were farmed for fur and meat. Sadly the house was burned down some time ago. The last warreners moved out in 1939 – to the house next door 1½ miles away. My father and I once met the warrener’s daughter here. She had been brought up at the warren and used to ride a pony to school.
The mist cleared as I walked back, allowing a clearer view of the clapper bridge that crosses the Walla Brook below the warren.


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Lancashire’s cricketers completed their comprehensive win over Northants in Division One of the County Championship at Old Trafford.
They secured a much-needed victory over the bottom of the table side, winning by an innings and 200 runs.
Northants had been forced to follow on after being 470 runs adrift of Lancashire’s total, starting the day on 231 for eight.
Andrew Hall showed some defiance as he finished the second innings on 50 not out.
Lancashire grabbed the two wickets required as Northants finished on 270 all out.
Simon Kerrigan took both Northants wickets to fall, those of Graeme White and Muhammad Azharullah


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There are only a few people that can be considered icons and Michael Jackson is one of them.
The King of Pop was loved the world over for hits such as Thriller, Billie Jean and Smooth Criminal.
His stage shows were Off The Wall and nobody knows this better than MJ's touring guitarist Jennifer Batten.
She will be visiting The Baths Hall in Scunthorpe on Friday, July 27 when The King of Pop tribute show moonwalks into town.
The production stars the world's leading Michael Jackson tribute artist, Navi. He is regarded as the world's number one tribute artist and was handpicked by Jacko himself as his official body double.
Michael also hired Navi to perform at two of his birthday parties where he gave him a standing ovation and described his performance as "incredible".
This year, Navi was also chosen by Hollywood and received critical acclaim after starring in the movie Michael Jackson – Searching For Neverland.
Jennifer was Michael's "right-hand woman" on three sell-out world tours. She was initially chosen to play on the Bad tour but Jackson was so impressed that she joined him on the road for the next 10 years, playing on his Dangerous and History world tours to more than 4.5 million fans worldwide.
She also appeared on the famous Super Bowl performance.
Speaking ahead of the Scunthorpe show, Jennifer said: "I have been touring with Navi for the past few years.
"There are so many beautiful theatres over there. I have ended up taking a lot of pictures and doing a video blog.
"Usually I get to look around the place before the show."
Jennifer said she is keeping busy even on her days off as she is doing guitar workshops.
Speaking about the fans at the show, she said: "They are great. We have a lot of Michael Jackson fans."
Navi has been doing the show for over 20 years since he was a teenager.
Jennifer joined the show a couple of years ago and came over from the USA.
"The show has been a joy. I really like Navi's positivity. He is really down to Earth," she said.
Jennifer said she has worked with a lot of Michael Jackson tributes over the years but Navi pays homage to the King of Pop, rather than trying to be him.
The guitarist said the show is a big production with plenty of costumes and choreography.
Definitely the first time I worked with Navi, I was really stunned by how close his eyes matched Michael's," Jennifer said.
Speaking about performing with Michael Jackson, Jennifer said: "My last tour with him was back in 1997. The very first show I played with him, I could see generations of families. It just stunned me.
"I cannot think of any other act that would join the generations like that."
The King of Pop tour is now under way and Jennifer said the rest of the year will be spent working on her solo career.
The Scunthorpe show starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets are £22 for adults and £16 for under 14-year-olds.
They are available from the venue, by calling 0844 854 2776 or visiting bathshall.co.uk

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Some desserts seem to be destined to become universal crowd favorites and ice cream is certainly on the top of the list. With an endless variety of recipes that range from simple and classic such as chocolate and vanilla to more tropical varieties and a myriad of additions when it comes to toppings, creating the perfect dessert for every taste was never easier.
With a variety of fresh and nutritionally dense ingredients or, on the contrary, with a few flavor enhancers for the maximum taste satisfaction there’s no shortage of recipes for every skill and taste. Experiment with some of the following recipes when in need of a fabulous cooling sweet treat. Here’s what you will need:
Blueberry Ice Cream
• 4 cups blueberries • 1½ cups sugar • 3 tbsp orange juice • 4 cups light cream • 1 tsp vanilla
Begin by crushing the blueberries and then add the sugar and the orange juice in a bowl. Mix everything well and then put everything in a saucepan and cook the mixture for 5 minutes on medium flame. Let the mixture cool down and then bend everything into a smooth puree. Add the cream and vanilla gradually and then transfer everything to an ice cream maker and follow the directions accordingly. Add your favorite toppings and serve everything cold.
Coconut Pineapple Popsicle
• 1-1/2 cups cold 2% milk • 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple • 1 can (6 ounces) unsweetened pineapple juice • 1 teaspoon coconut extract • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix • 14 plastic cups or Popsicle molds (3 ounces each) • 14 Popsicle sticks
Blend the milk, pineapple, pineapple juice and coconut extract until smooth. Transfer the mixture into a bowl and whisk in the pudding mix for 2 to 3 minutes. Make sure that the composition is homogenous and then distribute it evenly in cups or molds, placing the sticks as well. Put everything in the refrigerator.
Simple Vanilla/Chocolate Ice Cream
• 2 cups cold heavy cream • 1 cup cold whole milk • 3/4 cup sugar • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
All you need to do is to combine all the ingredients and mix until all the sugar is dissolved. Then, put everything in the ice cream maker and proceed according to directions. If you are in the mood for chocolate ice cream instead, all you need to do is to add 1/2 cup chocolate syrup to this quick and beyond easy recipe. If you like firm ice cream, you should consider placing the mixture in the refrigerator for about two hours.
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Geraldo Rivera doubled down Friday night on his controversial comments about the Trayvon Martin killing in which he traced the Florida teen's death back to the hoodie he was reportedly wearing at the time.
"I am urging the parents of black and Latino youngsters, particularly, to not let their children go out wearing hoodies. I think the hoodie is as much responsible for Trayvon Martin’s death as George Zimmerman was," Rivera said during "Fox and Friends" Friday morning.
The comments immediately touched off a firestorm, with even Rivera's own son telling him he was "ashamed" of his position. Rivera didn't back down, however, and during an appearance on "The O'Reilly Factor" said hoodies are connected to everything from convenience store hold-ups to airplane hijacker D.B. Cooper and the Unabomber.
"I'm telling you, half of it is the way the young men look," Rivera said. "If a cop looks at three kids on the corner, and they've got those hoodies up -- and this is where I got in trouble with the Trayvon Martin case -- if they've got those hoodies up, and they're hanging out on the corner, the cops look at them and say hmm, hoodies. Who else wheres hoodies? Everyone that ever stuck up a convenience store, D.B. Cooper the guy that hijacked the plane, Ted Kaczynski the Unabomber, who wears these hoodies?
He continued, “Parents, don’t let your kids go out wearing these damn hoodies, because they could attract the attention not only of the cops but of nutjobs apparently like this George Zimmerman. And when they see and respond, it is a stereotype, it is repugnant, it is all the things that offend us, but it is real life. It is reality.”
"So why are people blaming you then?" Bill O'Reilly asked.
"They feel I am blaming the victim for his own demise and I am not," he said.
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Documents found at Osama bin Laden's compound in Pakistan reveal an al-Qaida leader who had come to feel marginalized and frustrated with actions taken by affiliated terror groups he had helped inspire.
The man responsible for the 9/11 terror attacks is seen struggling to limit attacks that killed mostly Muslims, and to keep the international jihad movement focused on what he viewed as the main target: the United States.
Before his escape from house arrest, his stay at the U.S. embassy in Beijing and now his plea that he be allowed to go to the U.S., Chinese legal activist Chen Guangcheng was the focus of a "Dark Glasses" campaign aimed at drawing attention to his plight.
Google may be facing new investigations into its Street View program, which collected 600 gigabytes of personal data including e-mails, passwords, pictures and web searches while its vehicles roamed the streets.
Drinks with a lot of sugar will rot your teeth, right? That's the conventional wisdom.
But what about the acid? It's not something we think much about, but dentists say it's high time we start, especially when it comes to the river of energy drinks we — and young people in particular — are consuming.
A man fatally shot four people Wednesday outside of Phoenix before being found dead, authorities say. Among the victims was a girl between 1 and 2 years old. There are concerns about possible hazardous materials in 55-gallon drums in the backyard, The Associated Press reports, slowing the investigation.
Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden was frustrated with "regional jihadi groups and his seeming inability to exercise control over their actions" in the last few years before he was killed by U.S. Navy SEALs.
That's "the most compelling story to be told," according to an analysis of some documents seized from bin Laden's Pakistani compound in the May 2011 raid that ended with his death, West Point's Combating Terrorism Center reported today.
In this photo released by the U.S. Embassy Beijing Press Office, Chinese activist Chen Guangcheng (center) is seen with U.S. Ambassador to China Gary Locke (right) and U.S. State Department Legal Adviser Harold Koh before leaving the U.S. Embassy Wednesday for a hospital in Beijing.


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The original K7S5A uses the network adapter built into the chipset and has an AMI BIOS with no overclocking features (official BIOS). The K7S5A2 has an Award BIOS and I don't think it has onboard LAN.
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BARIN K. WILLIAMS has a B.A and M.A from Stanford University and held managerial jobs in education, communication, and publishing. Stacey Sawyer has been a co-author on editions 2 through 5 of this successful product, as well co-authoring Using Information Technology. Sarah Hutchinson has been a co-author on all editions of this product as well as the Advantage Series. Both authors are well-recognized names with a history of success in the CIT market.
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Using Information Technology, 7e.Complete Version Chapter 1: Introduction to Information TechnologyYour Digital WorldChapter 2 The Internet & the World Wide WebExploring CyberspaceChapter 3Application Software For Your Productivity and CreativityChapter 4System SoftwareThe Power Behind the PowerChapter 5Hardware: The CPU & StorageHow to Buy a Multimedia Computer SystemChapter 6Hardware: Input &OutputTaking Charge of Computing & CommunicationsChapter 7Networks & CommunicationsThe "New Story" in ComputingChapter 8Files, Databases, & E-CommerceDigital Engines for the New EconomyChapter 9The Challenges of the Digital AgeSociety &Information Technology TodayChapter 10The Promises of the Digital AgeSociety &Information Technology Tomorrow
Using Information Technology by Stacey C. Sawyer
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To surrender or give up is the literal meaning of capitulation. In finance, this term refers to the moment when investors decide to give up on trying to regain lost profits as a result of declining stock values. Assume you own a stock that has fallen ten percent.
There are two options: waiting it out and betting on the stock’s appreciation, or recognizing a loss by selling it. If most investors choose to wait it out, the stock price is likely to stay level.
However, if the majority of investors give in and abandon their positions, the stock’s price would plummet. Market capitulation occurs when there’s a big sell-off across the board in the market.
The significance of capitulation is by nature the end result, stocks drop. Many market experts believe it is a signal of a bottom and, as a result, an excellent moment to purchase equities.
This is due to the fact that basic economic factors suggest that high sell volumes will depress prices, while high buy volumes will lift them.
Since almost everyone who was compelled to sell stock has already done so, only buyers remain – and they are expected to push the prices higher.
The difficulty with capitulation is that it’s nearly impossible to anticipate and identify. There is no set price at which capitulation occurs. Investors are frequently only able to agree in hindsight as to when the market truly capitulated.
It’s something that analysts and big investors pay attention to because it might indicate the bottom of a down market cycle, potentially implying brighter days ahead. However, determining when it occurs is more difficult, and it’s easier to see in hindsight.
According to financial experts, it is a daunting period for most retail investors who are saving and putting money in markets for the long run, but it warrants little action.
It’s been proved over and over that if you sell your assets on the market’s lowest days, you’ll miss out on some of the greatest recovery days, which can harm your portfolio in the long run.
Additionally, market downturns may provide investors with opportunities.
If investors are selling a stock because they are afraid of it, this might be an excellent opportunity for other investors to buy it at a lower price and benefit from the decline. To offset future gains, investors who sell at a discount can deduct those losses for tax purposes.
When markets are so turbulent, sticking with your plan is much more difficult than it sounds.
Consider going back to your original plan, which was established during better times when there was less emotion. The plan is in place for situations like this.
Check in with your feelings during market downturns. It’s possible that you’re taking on too much risk and you’re having difficulty sleeping at night because you’re concerned about losing money. If that’s the case, consider rebalancing your portfolio to protect against significant drops.
Today’s market condition is especially tough because so many assets are being hit at once.
Almost every area of your portfolio is facing volatility, which isn’t something you’re used to seeing. Focus on what you can influence and stick to your plan to combat this.
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Introducing the Next Generation of AI at Egnyte
For nearly a decade, Egnyte has been applying AI to help customers protect and manage large volumes of unstructured data. The outputs of these models were historically focused on a relatively narrow set of IT security, privacy, and compliance applications.
Today, we’re announcing the next generation of AI-powered solutions at Egnyte, unleashing content intelligence for every user on our platform!
The Next Generation: AI for Everyone
Through a simple, chat-based interface, business users can find and synthesize information contained in documents and media files without having to physically move those files out of Egnyte.
The AI can perform tasks such as:
- Generating summaries of large complex documents
- Creating text-based transcripts of audio and video files
- Finding photos within your image library containing a particular object
See all of today’s announcements here.
Note: Access to these new solutions is currently offered in limited availability to select customers. A wider roll-out schedule will be announced upon general availability, and feature availability may vary based on plan type.
Principles for Better AI Privacy and Accuracy
Just as important as the new capabilities we’re releasing today are the design principles behind them.
Much has been written about the privacy, security, and correctness challenges associated with the class of AI known as “foundation models.” Egnyte’s AI architecture builds atop foundation models while addressing many of the top concerns related to these models by design.
Here are some ways in which we do that:
- Data privacy and security: your data will remain your own and will never be made available to other Egnyte customers or the foundation models underpinning Egnyte’s AI architecture. Furthermore, as it’s built on Egnyte, your AI will never have access to more data than you do (based on Egnyte’s permission model) and will be subject to your Egnyte domain’s content governance policies.
- Source data quality: our solution will allow customers to select high-quality data sources (for example, specific documents or sets of documents);
- Input context: our solution will recommend prompts, teaching users how to “converse” with the AI in productive ways;
- Explainability: our solution will cite the source data and its limitations;
- Data residency: our solution will run on separate deployments by region so that EU data (for example) does not need to leave the EU for AI summarization;
- Domain specificity: our solution will augment out-of-the-box foundation models (trained on general knowledge) with domain-specific knowledge related to the task at hand.
Over the past several years, Egnyte has been helping customers transform where they work without losing control over their data. Now it’s time to transform how we work!
We believe AI adoption will be a major contributor to global and organizational productivity gains and individual career success in the decade to come. Even more, it has the potential to help democratize - and even humanize - our work experiences.
The challenges are many, but the potential upsides are too significant to ignore.
We look forward to partnering with our customers, channel partners, and the broader technology ecosystem to deploy AI responsibly and for the greater good.
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We did it! We ranked #2 in the 2017 BRW Best Places to Work study for Australia!
We are searching for an experienced Mid-Weight Graphic Designer to bring their artistic flair to our ever-inspired Graphic Design team at MECCA Brands! We are keen to find an individual who brings a positive energy and motivated mindset to the task at hand, who thrives off of a good challenge.
As a key player in the Graphic Design team, your responsibilities will include conceptual and creative design development and roll-out for Marketing, VM and CRM related activity (including but not limited to monthly promotions (including windows and in store), catalogues, magazines, specialty packaging, store openings); packaging and product related projects for the Signature Line businesses, presentations and PR related activity across the MECCA Brands businesses.
You will have the ability to work under tight deadlines, manage multiple projects, work well within a team and display excellent communication abilities. You will have the ability to see a project through from initial conceptual stages to print and/or web ready finished art. Attention to detail, an appreciation for a luxurious retail environment, and a good understanding of trend forecasting and being a visual leader in the retail market will be essential to succeeding in your role.
Some exciting key responsibilities will include:
Working with the team to conceptualise, develop and roll-out monthly creative for marketing and brand led promotions across Mecca brands. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Creative exploration in the form of mood boards
- Assist in the development of monthly promotions as required
- Design refinement based on feedback from key stakeholders
- In store and event signage
- Supporting printed collateral
- Internal Presentations
- Brand and product communication signage
- In-store signage across
- Events & spatial design application
- Beauty Loop program collateral
- Ensuring all artwork is clearly filed in print ready formats, and produced within the Marketing calendar timelines
THE PERFECT PROFILE
Our ideal candidate will be eager and enthusiastic about diving right into a project both independently and collaboratively, while possessing exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. You will also have:
- A tertiary education in Graphic Design with a minimum of 3+ years industry experience
- Expertise across Adobe Creative Suite CC: Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Microsoft Office
- Excellent conceptual skills
- Excellent design skills including image making and typography
- A solid understanding of pre-press and printing processes
- Print production experience
- Sound packaging skills
- Deadline driven
- Experience working in the beauty retail industry is advantageous
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, please don’t hesitate in applying and be sure to attach a PDF file of your portfolio as we would love to be able to view the art pieces you feel demonstrate your best work while representing your individual artistic style.
ON OFFER TO YOU
We are in the business of delivering happiness to our employees, our customers and the broader community and we love to acknowledge each employee’s contribution to our success. From quarterly product allowances, unlimited 40% discount and free products, through to reward and recognition programs, development programs, and health and wellbeing initiatives, we promise you our unique company culture will constantly surprise and delight you - we will never be finished in making MECCA Brands the best place to work!
At MECCA Brands we bring customers the best in global beauty across our 4 retail concepts: MECCA Cosmetica, MECCA Maxima, MECCA in Myer and mecca.com.au. Together we offer an exclusive edit of over 100 brands, paired with exceptional customer service and beauty expertise within each retail environment.
Working at MECCA Brands will never be just a job. Our unique and positive culture ensures employees are surrounded with incredible and inspiring people, amazing opportunities, experiences and challenges, enabling them to be the best they can be in everything they chose to do. Simply, MECCA Brands is career worthy.
To learn more about life at MECCA Brands and to apply for this position, please visit www.mecca.com.au/careers
We’ll never be finished making MECCA the best place to work – we’re only just getting started! To learn more about life at MECCA Brands please visit mecca.com.au/careers


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We offer a full range of med spa procedures from removal of unwanted hair to non-surgical facelifts, as well as Botox and Juvederm.
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- Set the mode control lever to the DEFROST position.
- Set the fresh/recirculate control lever to the FRESH position.
- Connect and clamp each respective control cable to the heater and blower case with the heater control assembly set.
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- Remove the heater control unit from the instrument panel.
- Remove the mode and temperature control cables at the heater case. Remove the cables from the vehicle.
- Remove the fresh/recirculate control cable at blower case and remove from vehicle.
- Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Four States in 12 Years
This Kid Reporter learns from where she lives.
Living in a lot of different places can change you. Trust me, I’ve had my fair share of experience in this area. In my 12 years of life, I have lived in New York, New York; Detroit, Michigan; Denver, Colorado; and as of this summer, Cleveland, Ohio.
Each city has given me so much: new expectations, new ideas, and new challenges.
My first memories are of New York City—the Big Apple. The people in New York are amazing. Everyone has a thick skin. The streets seem to crackle with energy.
New Yorkers are not afraid to tell you what they think. No one can keep their opinions to themselves. I learned a lot in school with rowdy classroom debates and students unafraid to ask questions. People in New York respect you for sharing your opinions.
When I moved to Detroit, Michigan, the first thing I noticed is the population’s diversity. So many different people all living together happy and proud of it. Once I got past being shy, I made a lot of friends. Being weird in your own way is something to be proud of in Detroit.
In Denver I was surprised yet again. Everyone there is so active. People in Denver participate in year around sports in almost every league. They ride bikes to school no matter what the weather. Whole families walk and bike together.
Skiing is also a favorite sport, although I never learned. I was the most fit I’ve ever been in my life—and some of the most fun, too.
When life brought me to Cleveland, Ohio this summer, I didn’t know what to expect. I’m still not entirely sure, but I’m going to find out. And just like everywhere else I’ve been, it will leave its mark on me—probably for the better.
PHOTO: Kid Reporter Kayla Gough. (Photo Courtesy Kayla Gough)


text: Then-vice president of student alumni ambassadors Brenda Puga, left, and University of Arizona president Dr. Ann Weaver Hart ring the original Old Main bell at the kick off ceremonies for the Save Old Main Campaign on Oct. 1, 2013, in Tucson. The bell was removed from Old Main in the late 1920s and plans are to put it back into the structure. Weaver Hart is planning to move the president's offices into Old Main when the project is completed. "It needs to be in the center, the heartbeat of the University," she said. " Instead of being locked away in the seventh floor of an administration building I can be in the energy and activity that is a part of this great university." Some fund raising for the building has already taken place, but Tuesday's brief ceremony, which fell on the anniversary of he first classes held in Old Main in 1891, marked the official start of the campaign.

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Bucs considering calling up Lincoln
PITTSBURGH - Pirates pitching prospect Brad Lincoln may make his major league debut in Washington after all. Just not against the Nationals’ much-touted Stephen Strasburg.
Pirates general manager Neal Huntington says Lincoln might be called up to start Wednesday against the Nationals, a night after Strasburg makes his anticipated debut.
Lincoln was the Pirates’ 2006 first-round draft pick. He’s 6-2 with a 3.16 ERA in 11 starts at Triple-A Indianapolis.
Lincoln says he would welcome opposing Strasburg, but the Pirates appear reluctant to pitch him under such circumstances. Only last week, Huntington hinted Lincoln wasn’t ready to be recalled.
Sanchez opens ‘Miracle Field’
PITTSBURGH - This was one doubleheader Freddy Sanchez didn’t mind playing.
Despite not finishing a rain-delayed Giants-Pirates game until nearly 12:30 a.m. Saturday, the Giants second baseman took part later that afternoon in a game for special needs youngsters at a specially constructed field he helped finance.
Sanchez, while with the Pirates, and wife Alissa donated $50,000 to help build the Miracle Field in Cranberry Township. The Pirates’ charitable arm contributed $150,000.
The field accommodates youngsters who couldn’t otherwise play organized baseball, and Sanchez didn’t want to miss playing there since the Giants make only one trip to Pittsburgh this season.
“That was awesome, that was great. That was a special time for me,” Sanchez said. “It was fun, seeing the smiles on the kids faces and their parents’. That means more than anything.”
Sanchez, the 2006 NL batting champion while with Pittsburgh, was traded to the Giants in July.


The following events are scheduled in observance of Veterans Day:
- The Disabled American Veterans will host its annual Veteran’s Day ceremony starting at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, at the DAV headquarters, located at 300 Sherwood Road, in Jacksonville. The event will feature a missing man table provided by Rolling Thunder and Sgt. Maj. Holly C. Prafke as the guest speaker. For more information, call 910-455-3303.
- St. Anne’s Episcopal Church will host a Veterans Day service at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11. The church is located at 711 Henderson Drive. For more information, call 910-347-3774.
- Tryon Palace will offer free admission for active duty and veterans on Monday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tryon Palace, a historic site, is located at 529 S. Front Street, in New Bern. For more information, call 252-639-3500.
- Members of the Morehead City Historical Preservation Society and Chapter 639 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart will hold a remembrance service at 10:30 a.m. Monday in Morehead City with a program at Bayview Cemetery off N. 20th Street to honor three British sailors who were killed off the Carteret County coast during World War II while defending the area from German submarines. The sailors are buried at the cemetery.
- The American Legion Post 203 will host a Veterans Day program at the Newport Town Hall beginning at 11 a.m. State Representative Pat McElraft will be the guest speaker. For more information, call 252-223-2110.
- The Railroad Museum in Wilmington will offer free admission to active and retired military personnel with ID on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11. For more information, call 910-763-2634.
- Second graders from Silverdale Elementary School will be presenting a musical, “A Salute to Our Veterans,” on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m. Silverdale Elementary School is located at 841 Smith Road in Maysville. For more information, call 910-325-5146.


With the win, the Tigers improved to 17-3 on the season, while the Lady Lions dropped to 4-7. LSU will now travel to the Norman Residence Inn Invitational in Norman, Okla. The Tigers will take on No. 10 Oklahoma and Troy in the two-day tournament. LSU begins action on Saturday at noon against the Lady Trojans before facing the nationally ranked Sooners at 2:15 p.m.
Turner earned the complete-game win to improve to 5-1 on the season. She allowed just three singles with no walks while striking out 12, one shy of her season best.
"I thought it was important for Emily to throw tonight," said LSU head coach Yvette Girouard. "She had a rough outing against Oregon State and we wanted to give her back a little bit of confidence. She threw hard and I thought her ball moved well. She was in control during the game."
Four Tigers posted multiple-hit games, with Stephanie Hill going 2-for-2 with a double, a walk and an RBI. Leslie Klein and Lauren Delahoussaye each went 2-for-3 on the night, while Lauren Castle was 2-for-4. In addition, Camille Harris posted a pair of RBIs on one hit.
LSU wasted no time in getting on the board. In the bottom of the first, Castle led off with an infield single. With Dee Dee Henderson running for Castle at first, Henderson stole second. After a walk to Hill, Henderson scored on an RBI single to left field by Klein.
In the bottom of the second, the Tigers added two more runs. Delahoussaye led off with an infield single. With Heidi Robin running for Delahoussaye, Robin moved to second on a sacrifice bunt by Andrea Smith. Shannon Stein was then hit by a pitch to put runners on first and second.
An infield ground out by Castle moved Robin to third and Stein to second. A double by Harris scored Robin and Stein to extend the lead to 3-0 before Harris was thrown out trying to extend the double into a triple.
LSU stretched the lead to 6-0 in the bottom of the fifth inning. With one out, Harris reached on a fielding error by the SLU shortstop. A double to right center scored by Hill scored Harris as Hill advanced to third on a throwing error by the second baseman. An RBI single by Klein scored Hill for second run of the inning.
With Quinlan Duhon on first after a fielder's choice got Klein going to second, Duhon advanced to second as the ball was being held by the pitcher in the circle. A wild pitch then moved Duhon to third before she scored on a second wild pitch to close out the scoring for the game.
Rachael Schwartz started and took the loss for Southeastern Louisiana, falling to 4-3 on the year. She allowed three runs, all earned, on six hits with two walks and no strikeouts in four innings. Jessica Sander came on in relief and allowed three runs, all earned, on four hits with no walks or strikeouts in two innings of work.
LSU's game on Friday against Oklahoma in the Norman Residence Inn Invitational will have streaming video courtesy of the Sooners available in the GeauxZone powered by USAgencies. In addition, live stats will also be available on LSUsports.net for all games.
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Brazil-based digital wallet PicPay launched its first insurance this week, customizable protection that protects users from non-authorized PIX transactions (Brazil‘s instant payments system), transfers, purchases via cards registered in the digital wallet, and even cases of account invasion and personal data theft. The product adds to the shelf of the app’s financial marketplace — which already offers cards, personal credit, and a p2p lending club through which users can lend money to each other.
The new product is also another step in PicPay’s long-term plan of being Latin America‘s first super app — a goal that PicPay shares with competitors in the same segment, such as the Brazilian neobank Inter, and other sectors, such as the Brazilian retailer Magalu and the Colombian unicorn Rappi.
READ ALSO: Brazilian retail behemoth Magalu launches its own ‘social network’
The first product of what PicPay calls an insurance hub was created in partnership with Kovr, an insurance company that makes customized protection solutions for partners. In addition to PIX transactions, the insurance also covers other types of payments, such as transfers, top-ups, and withdrawals under coercion or after cell phone robbery – everything is customizable up to a limit of BRL 5,000. At a cost that can vary between BRL 4.90 and BRL 14.90.
According to PicPay, the insurance is also the only one in Brazil that offers protection against fraud and account invasion caused by clicking on suspicious messages and links, and also the first one to monitor attacks and fraud in the digital environment for 24 hours.
READ ALSO: PIX is ‘much cheaper’ for merchants than credit and debit cards, economists from BIS and Brazil’s Central Bank point out
PicPay’s more than 60 million users can also purchase insurance products from other institutions through the app. Offering more services is a crucial strategy to retain more customers. In October, when PicPay had just over 55 million users, 18 million had balances in their wallets; that is, they actually used the app on a daily basis.
So far, PicPay says it has issued over 12.5 million PicPay Cards and granted BRL 1 billion in loans through its financial marketplace. In December, the number of partners in the strategy — BV, Creditas, Digio, and Empréstimo Sim — as a result of the integration of Guiabolso‘s services, the personal finance management app that was acquired by PicPay at the end of July.