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A large crowd of Borno residents, on Wednesday, booed President Muhammadu Buhari as his convoy drove from the Maiduguri International Airport to the centre of the city.
Buhari, upon returning from a five-day trip to Ethiopia for an African Union summit, paid a condolence visit to the North-Eastern state, following a Boko Haram attack on Sunday.
As his convoy moved to the city at 1:30pm, he was booed by residents, who lined up along the airport road.
On Wednesday, the people, who were dissatisfied with the upsurge in Boko Haram attacks in the state, lined up along the airport road and shouted in Hausa Bama so! Bamayi!, meaning “We don’t want,” “we’re not interested.”
There have been sustained attacks by insurgents on roads leading to Maiduguri. Recently, no fewer than 30 travellers, including children and women, were burnt to death by insurgents, who invaded Auno, 20 kilometres to Maiduguri on Sunday.
One of the residents, Abba Yusuph said the people of the state were fed up with the President’s failure to restore peace to the state after five years in government.
“The President was elected and equally re-elected on the grounds of providing security and pushing Boko Haram out, up till now that has never been done.
“We cannot travel outside the town without fear. We just have to pray that we are not killed on the road while the insurgents keep moving closer on Maiduguri. There is hardly any family that has not lost a loved one.”
An elder statesman, Dr Junaid Mohammed, said the booing of the President by residents of Maiduguri was a sign that the people were getting tired of excuses.
Buhari, at the Palace of Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar El-Kanemi, sought the cooperation of residents of the state for the military to win the war against the insurgents.
Addressing traditional rulers and other prominent Borno indigenes at the palace, he said, “The cooperation of your people with our troops and other security agencies by providing credible information could end insurgency not only in Borno but other states of Yobe and Adamawa.”
Before the President spoke, the state Governor, Babagana Zulum, had urged him to deploy troops in Boko Haram hideouts in Sambisa Forest and Lake Chad region. He said the insurgents launched their attacks from their hideouts in the forest and Lake Chad, as well as some of the caves at Mandara Mountains in the Gwoza Local Government Area.
The President’s media aide, in a statement later in Abuja, stated that Buhari, during the visit, promised to deploy “harder”, “vigorous” strategies against Boko Haram terrorists.
“I assure you that improvement in security will be pursued vigorously. The military will work harder and strategise with tactics to deal with the insurgents. This is however not possible without good intelligence and cooperation with local community leaders.”
Few hours after the President paid a condolence visit to the town, Insurgents launch another attacked on Maiduguri, Many residents of Jiddari Polo, 0n the outskirts of Maiduguri, had to flee into the town as insurgents attacked the community at 7:30pm.
Attempts by the insurgents to move into Maiduguri town were repelled by the military who engaged them in a shoot-out, according to the people fleeing from the area.
One of them, Mary Isa, told our correspondent that residents had run out of their homes for fear of being attacked or hit by bullets.
She said, “I have to scale the fence of my house as the sound of gunfire rent everywhere. We are in bushes as we are still afraid to come out of hiding.”

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El Barco de Avila is a beautiful town in Sierra de Gredos on the banks of the river Tormes, in front of the Sierra de Bejar. With its significant ecological value, Sierra de Gredos offers visitors stunning natural landscapes. In its foothills the river Tormes takes its origin, and together with its tributaries Aravalle and Corneja, it bathes the fields and constitute the Ribera Barcense, location of the famous Beans of El Barco that enjoy the second oldest PGI in Spain.
There is a wide variety of the Beans of El Barco: white round, white kidney, white ironed judión, arrocina, long purple and round purple, as well as various traditional ways to prepare them, typical of the town: stewed, stuffed with chorizo, prawn with mushrooms, cold, in salads, in soups, stew, gratin…
Beans of El Barco with chorizo (for 4)
1/2 kg of beans of El Barco
100 gr. of knuckle
100 gr. off chorizo
2 dl. of olive oil
1 clove of garlic
1 sprig of parsley
1 tablespoon of paprika
100 gr. of tomatoes
Soak the beans the day before. Start cooking them along with the ear, the foot and chorizo. Meanwhile, make a sauce with onion, garlic, tomatoes, parsley and paprika. When beans are cooked, add the sauce and boil.
If you’re in the area and want to taste the authentic Beans of El Barco, the Restaurant El Castillo of the BlueCity Ávila Gredos offers them deliciously prepared. Accompanied by a Cabernet Toros de Guisando, and followed by a siesta, it is a healthy and natural way to give your body some joy!

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So we finally had a date night…we love going out to eat and trying new places. I can admit I am a creature of habit though and I am often going back to places over and over to eat the same dish. I remember one time I ordered the same thing for lunch everyday for 3 days in a row off of seamless. I mean they made it too easy, you simply click reorder and the same meal from the day before gets delivered to you!
Anyways! We went to a Peruvian place in Lynbrook, NY. Cusco Peru Chicken. I am terrible with describing why food is good or bad. But I give this place 8/10. Decor was nice and simple. Staff was friendly and quick. Food was great and flavorful! I got the Whole Chicken with Rice & Beans and the Mr. got the Lomo Saltado which was just ok. The Whole Chicken was great.
The good news was that the baby slept thru almost ALL of dinner! That’s when it became a date night lol. Nonetheless it was lots of fun to just chat, share a drink and catch up. Funny how motherhood puts you in overdrive and at the end of the day you truly have no idea what you did that day. Time just flies! I do my best to cherish every moment.


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For several steers now, Shelly and I have chatted about keeping the hides and tanning them here at the ranch. After many late nights of internet surfing I decided that my brain was adequately prepared for the task. We started with a black hide from one of our butcher steers. The packing house placed salt on the green side after it was harvested from the carcass of the animal.
When I got it home I opened it up and laid it in the shower stall of the barn. It was sprinkled with more salt and left alone for two days. I nailed 4x4s in a square shape, this is used as a rack to stretch the hide. The salt was rinsed off and the hide placed in the middle of the rack. I made holes in the edge of the hide to string twine through. I should have used rope instead of twine. The twine held fine, but had I been using my gray matter I would have realized that something that was a bit stronger would have come in handy later when 'working' the hide. Instead I will have to take it off the rack to work it.
After stringing it on the rack, we placed it against the wall of the shower stall and began the tedious work of scraping off any left over membrane.
Jolene helped a lot in the scraping process. I would have never thought of spending my Friday afternoon scraping meat off of a hide when I was her age. I am thankful that she is eager to do so many things. I'm pretty sure that some of these 'homesteading' skills won't help in attracting a prom date. I don't worry too much anyway, she has the Aunts that will fill and help with that.
After the scraping process was completed we washed the hair side with good ole 'Mane and Tail' shampoo and left it over night.
We then worked a mixture of hot water and eggs into the hide. I thought about getting some pig brains to do a brain tan but Jolene crinkled her nose at me. We decided to use what we had on the ranch and the hens have been more than accommodating with the eggs lately. As soon as I'm done with milking today we will work in another dozen or so eggs.
So far it seems to be going well. We've a couple more steps to complete, which includes the time consuming and physical abilities of working the hide. Some of my friends have told me that I am nuts, of course I knew this already. If all goes well the next one will be a buffalo. Wish me luck!

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Kelly Clarkson Releases New Song “roses”
American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson released a new song “roses” from her upcoming deluxe edition of the tenth studio album “Chemistry”on September 8, 2023.
On the track, she sings about losing faith in her relationship, “It's too late for roses, they'll die in a day / You can't put a band-aid on the way that we're breakin' / It's too late for diamonds, they all come with chains / So don't waste your money on it, we can't be saved / There ain't enough roses, no.”
The track was written by Amy Allen, Jesse Shatkin, Kelly Clarkson, and Sean Douglas. Produced by Jesse Shatkin.
The deluxe edition of the album is out on September 22, 2023, via Atlantic Records.
The album comprises 22-track, including the previous 14-track, five new additions, a live version and a remix of her song “Mine,” as well as a remix of “Favorite Kind of High.”
Also one song, “You Don't Make Me Cry,” even includes a feature of her daughter River Rose, 9, whom she shares with ex-husband Brandon Blackstock.
- “Chemistry” was released back in June. Kelly Clarkson said of the album title, “It's called chemistry because I was trying to find a word that really described the whole thing 'cause I didn't want everybody to think that I was just coming out with some just like, 'I'm angry. I'm sad,' just one or two emotions. This album is definitely the arc of an entire relationship, and a whole relationship shouldn't be just brought down to one thing. So there's the good, the bad, the ugly thing kinda going on in it.”
She added, “Chemistry can be a really amazing sexy, cool, fun thing, but it can also be very bad for you. I thought it was kinda the perfect title to describe the entire album.”
- source : Apple Music

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“Given the fact that the credibility of the Brazilian authorities and food companies has been totally undermined on foot of this latest episode, people will be entitled to question the seriousness and commitment of the EU authorities unless a complete ban on Brazilian food exports is imposed immediately and maintained until such time that clearly verifiable independent guarantees can be given. This is surely in the interests of EU consumers and also recognises the absolute need to be fair to EU farmers who have to meet exacting and costly standards and then are expected to compete against possibly very substandard imports”, said ICMSA President, John Comer.
“Farmers and consumers are rightly asking why the EU seems to have such trust in Brazilian authorities? Two things need to happen if any kind of confidence is to be restored: firstly, it is essential that a ban is imposed and, secondly, the EU must instigates its own independent checks of procedures in Brazil and that these checks must continue if and when a ban is lifted. It is just unacceptable that EU farmer incomes in a hard year like 2016, for example, were probably undermined by imports that in no way met our standards and which were then by multiple retailers and other food suppliers to undermine the price paid to EU farmers. Those same retailers and processors expect us to meet exacting requirements in relation to standards and to participate in quality assurance schemes and yet they will import products from other countries such as Brazil to force down our prices – and the EU Commission and national authorities are letting them away with it. This cannot continue. The EU has a standard for food and it must ensure that all food sold in the EU meets this standard, something that has not been the case up to now for imported food. If anything like the Brazil situation happened in an EU Member State, you can be guaranteed that the National Authorities and the EU Commission would impose a ban until the issues were resolved and the same should apply to Brazil and other countries who step out of line. Farmers are looking at DG SANTE and we need to see appropriate action immediately”, concluded Mr. Comer.
Ends 24 March 2017.
John Comer, 087-2057846
Cathal MacCarthy, 087-6168758
ICMSA Press Office

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There is an art to anger. From a furious Christ pummelling merchants in a 14th-Century fresco by Giotto to a window-smashing spree in Beyoncé’s 2016 music video Hold Up, cultural history is punctuated with punchy images that are more than a little hot under the collar. Such works see wrath and rage not as the shameful antitheses of composure and control but as raw and vital in comprehending who we are. Rarely as celebrated or adored as works devoted to love and affection, these studies in abject aggression are no less profound in their meditation on the full palette of pigments with which we paint ourselves into being. Anger may not be angelic, but it is human and deserves some respect.
- How to make compliance training engagingPhoto by Krakenimages @Unsplash Mandatory compliance training has a bad reputation—it’s seen as boring and often nothing more than a tick-box exercise to sit through in a lecture or click […]
- Top tips to embrace employee feedbackPhoto by Jon Tyson @Unsplash There is a certain stigma associated with feedback for many of us. We might be the first to admit our own shortcomings, but it’s different […]
- The metaverse in eLearningPhoto by UK Black Tech @Unsplash When Mark Zuckerberg announced Facebook’s rebranding to Meta, the term metaverse became a buzzword overnight. In addition to generating excitement, this concept has garnered […]
- Rethinking eLearning!Photo by WebFactory Ltd @Unsplash Your operational leaders are desperate. They’re desperate for impactful learning initiatives; desperate to get employees to be more effective in their roles; desperate to have […]
- It’s good to laugh whilst learningPhoto by Priscilla Du Preez @Unsplash The phrase “bring your whole self to work” has perhaps been overused over the past few years across management meetings, networking events, and even […]


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the course of treatment is tailored specifically to you
regulating the flow of energy through the body
stimulates the body's own healing response
COVID 19 The Rice Clinic is now a Covid -19 Secure practice and compliant with all Government and British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) regulations See staying covid 19 secure page.
Petition: Please sign and send to your nearest and dearest and our patients of course. It asks for your postcode so you must reside in Wales
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (TCA) works by regulating the flow of energy (Qi) through the body. This stimulates the body's own healing response so restoring its natural balance. Unlike western acupuncture, TCA works by relieving the symptoms but also treating the underlying cause. In turn this promotes ongoing physical health and emotional wellbeing.
The holistic nature of TCA means that whatever symptoms are being treated, there is a beneficial impact on body, mind and spirit. Patients are often delighted by unexpected changes, apart from the relief of the immediate symptoms. As a patient you will find that the whole approach of TCA is to treat you as an individual. The course of treatment is tailored specifically to you - there is no one size fits all in TCA!
TCA has been used for thousands of years to promote and maintain good health and is now the most commonly used form of complementary medicine. Under the auspices of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) it is also one of the safest, as their codes of safe practice and professional conduct are recognised as the gold standard by the department of health.
If you want to know more about TCA then look around the website or contact me for an informal chat about how TCA could change your life.
Veronica Wrench. Member of the British Acupuncture Council
Your first Treatment
What will happen at my first treatment?
(Duration 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours)
During your first visit we take the opportunity to discuss your symptoms, your medical history and your health and lifestyle. This is to ensure your treatment plan is a perfect match for your specific circumstances.
You will be asked about your symptoms:
Onset and history
Location, pain (Level and type)
How your condition affects you
What helps it, what makes it worse
General Health background
Current medication, supplements
Medical treatment/tests you have had
Medical history, illnesses, operations, accidents
Questions about you: sleep, appetite, mood etc
Health Lifestyle questions
Eating habits and diet
Work, leisure and hobbies
Family health history
Pulse and Tongue diagnosis
Pulses are felt on both wrists
Tongue is observed
A treatment plan will then be designed specifically to address the diagnosed imbalances in your body and acupuncture points will be chosen and used in your first treatment.
My name is Veronica Wrench and I graduated in Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture at Salford University, gaining a first class BSc Honours degree. With this qualification I was able to became member of the British Acupuncture Council, the UK’s largest and most respected professional body for the practice of acupuncture. Their Codes of Professional Conduct and Safe Practice ensure my patients are guaranteed highest possible clinical standards.
A successful 20 year career in the pharmaceutical industry enabled me to gain a great understanding of western medical conditions and their treatment. This knowledge combined with my acupuncture training ensures I can take a practical and holistic approach to many aspects of health and wellbeing.
The current western medical approach to managing people’s health tends to be focused on resolving symptoms and sometimes as a consequence the patient’s needs are not fully met, as the patient’s ability to be part of the process gets lost in the technical necessity of following guidelines and adhering to best clinical practice.
Many of the common conditions I treat such as anxiety, depression and musculoskeletal pain are those the NHS, with limited time and resource, can struggle to deliver for you the patient.
Pin point the pain of an injury with traditional acupuncture
Did you know that many athletes use acupuncture for pain relief and performance?
What can acupuncture do for you?

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text: In today's world of trendy, sound-alike producers, Bailey Smalls brings a breath of fresh air with his unique and funky sound. The 19 year old native of Miami now calls New York City home, where he has quickly begun his rise to the top of the scene. From the studio to the DJ booth and everywhere in between, Bailey brings an "all's good" attitude and a unique brand of energy that keeps crowds moving and parties rockin'. His talent has already been recognized and supported by house legend Armand Van Helden and NYC party rocker David Berrie, as well as many of the online world's premier music journalists. This recognition is only the beginning for Bailey, as he continues to rock the premier venues in Miami and NYC as well as remixing and producing for several labels including Warner Music, Big Beat, and of course NYC's own IGYO. For this young artist, it seems that the sky is the limit, and he wants you dancing along with him all the way to the top.


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Size: 500 pieces
Dimensions: 46 cm x 34.5 cm
Producer: Wrebbit, Perfalock series, 2006, #50404-03
Photographer: Richard Klune
Puzzle: One of the first foam puzzles I have assembled, it is colourful and simple to put together. The bright flowers have distinct colours, the left bottom corner pavement and the flower bed ledge can be completed easily, followed by the water and the evergreen bush in the bottom right. The border between the buildings and the sky provides a horizontal guide, allowing for easy completion of both regions.
Notes: Lake Geneva or Lake Léman is a lake in Switzerland and France. It is one of the largest lakes in Western Europe. [Wiki]


by Wurster, Christian
The computer as calculating aide, as military wonder weapon, as electronic data processor that rationalises workplaces, as plaything and partner, as the tool for creativity and communication, as a memory and intelligence booster, and finally as a super- or hyper-medium - the computer has been accorded all of these roles and daims during its brief history. Its potential as a universally configurable machine and tool for other tools appears unfathomable. Yet precisely this versatility and the enormous variety of its allotted tasks and functions emphasise the necessity of tapping them and being using them purposefully and effectively, which makes ease of use the key criterion of a computer. The interface between the computer and the human being is not simply a kind of space, surface or point for interacting with the computer, but also the locus where the two historical dimensions of its usage, programming and applications, grew closer and closer until they finally merged. This publication will be the first book ever to tackle the history of this interface - from the perspective of both the computer and the design. A detailed text and a wealth of illustrations forge the appropriate link between art and technology. The work can be used as a scientific reference book, but equally enjoyed as a book on design and photography and its layout and structure will do justice to both these purposes. With its approximately one thousand illustrations, the book not only describes the constantly altering concepts and situations for that determine computer use; it also serves as a precise and vivid record of people's continuously changing surroundings in their working and private lives, whilst simultaneously highlighting the design, fashion and photography of their times...The history of the human computer interface main sections of the book are as follows:- 1.0 the scientific and military computer 2.0 the mainframe computer 3.0 the mini computer 4.0 the micro computer 5.0 the personal computer 6.0 the desktop computer 7.0 the net computer 8.0 convergence and evaporation The 8 sections, which are told parallel to the history of the computer, set down the changes and development of the user interface on both the text- and picture-level.
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The Politics of Authenticity Liberalism, Christianity, and the New Left in America
- List Price: $105.00
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publisher: Columbia Univ Pr
- Publish date: 04/01/1998
- ISBN: 9780231110563
- ISBN10: 0231110561
Rossinow argues that the movement was deeply entwined with a personal quest for authenticity. This search reached a fever pitch during the decades of the 1950s, '60s, and '70s as a moral imperative that intersected with the struggle for social justice. Rossinow shows the continuity between the religious search for meaning in the 1950s and the secular search for wholeness and realness in the new left and the counterculture. He also demonstrates the pivotal role played by the civil rights movement in forging these connections in the minds of white American youth and explains the new left's role as a force acting on its own to foment rebellion in white America.
This is among the first studies to link the diverse strands of radical movements -- from women's liberation to civil rights. Rossinow revises traditional images of radicalism and offers fresh insights on the gendered nature of the struggle for authenticity, and the reaction of feminists to issues of masculinity among radical men. The Politics of Authenticity will profoundly influence the way American historians approach the 1960s and will fascinate general readers interested in the history of American radicalism.

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Shiba Inu witnessed a slight decrease of 3% in value in 2023, which is a weak performance compared to cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Solana. Optimism remains regarding a significant price increase in 2024, but the possibility of Shiba Inu reaching the ambitious price point of $0.01 is subject to considerable debate. Achieving a price of $0.01 would mean that Shiba Inu’s market capitalization exceeds the GDP of major economies like France, which is unrealistic without a drastic reduction in token supply.
Amidst the 2023 cryptocurrency market’s extravagant feasting on gains exceeding 100% for other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Solana, Shiba Inu found itself searching for scraps and experienced a modest 3% decrease. The beloved meme coin, Shiba Inu, did not have its day in the sun during the past year. The long-anticipated launch of the Shibarium platform failed to inject the expected adrenaline into the meme coin’s value. By October, despite some flashes of vitality, the price of Shiba Inu was unable to muster the strength to surpass the $0.000008 ceiling.
Realistic Ascension: Climbing Financial Peaks
Amidst this lukewarm backdrop, optimism for 2024 flourishes like a rare flower in the desert. Forecasts indicate a potential market surge that could propel Shiba Inu, but can it truly leap to the legendary $0.01 level? It is not just about breaking boundaries; it is about shattering expectations. Achieving the $0.01 target would raise Shiba Inu’s market capitalization to $5.89 trillion, surpassing the GDP of economic powerhouses like France.
This is where dreams brush against the realm of fantasy. To ascend to such a stratospheric valuation without unreasonable exaggeration, Shiba Inu trading needs a radical trimming. There are rumors suggesting that Shiba Inu developers are preparing a strong burning strategy significant enough to burn trillions of tokens annually. If this mythical burning gateway comes to life, the substantial reduction in supply may elevate the token’s value. However, despite the mystery surrounding this plan, details remain elusive, much like solving a cryptography puzzle. We stand vigilant but without timelines or methodologies. Does the aspiration to reach $1 for each Shiba Inu in 2024 hold water? Some may argue that this goal is excessively audacious and too early.
Skeptics’ Expectations: Assessing Possibilities
Let us dispel this clamor with a spray of cold, harsh doubt. Believing that Shiba Inu will reach $1 next year is akin to deluding oneself – akin to betting on the underdog in a race against greyhounds. The creators of the meme token are waging a difficult battle against the clock and the congested cryptocurrency market, where investor fatigue is very real.
The future of Shiba Inu depends not only on market dynamics but also on the tangible achievements accomplished by its creators. The burn mechanism to significantly reduce token supply may be the required lifeline. Without it, pinning hopes on external market surges is akin to constructing castles in the sky. As 2024 approaches, the tale of Shiba Inu becomes the story that must be closely watched.
Will it remain a meme coin, or will it transform into a phoenix ready to rise from the ashes of its current depreciation? The community watches, holding their wallets at the ready, searching for any sign that Shiba Inu could indeed become the long-envisioned breed of heroes.
Therefore, while holders of the Shiba Inu coin cling strongly to the hope of a price revolution in 2024, the path of the cryptocurrency towards their coveted $1 is fraught with doubts and uncertainties. The desired market capitalization for such an increase defies traditional wisdom and economic precedence. However, in the volatile world of cryptocurrencies, where fortunes can flip faster than Shiba Inu’s playful summer leap, nothing is entirely off the table. Currently, the world watches, waits, and wonders whether this pup has had its day or whether it merely barks at the moon.
Disclaimer: The information provided is not financial advice. Chinwa.tech does not take any responsibility for investments made based on the information provided in this article. We recommend consulting a qualified specialist or financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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Mobile screens are becoming more popular for streaming longer-form video, according to “Mobile Video Usage: A Global Perspective,” a new survey of consumers from 24 countries around the world who watch smartphone video, published by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB). Whether short or long or in-between, substantial numbers of video viewers report their video consumption on smartphones has increased year-on-year in all of the study’s participating nations, with the most prominent upticks being seen in the U.S. (50%), Canada (42%), New Zealand (42%), South Africa (42%), and the U.K. (40%). This trend is also impacting traditional television viewing across the board, with consumers in China (37%) and Singapore (35%) reporting the highest incidence of watching less TV due to streaming more on mobile.
Among the IAB’s key findings:
- 36% of respondents said they watch videos that are 5-minutes or longer on their phones daily or more frequently.
- 22 % of respondents who watch traditional television regular doing so while watching video simultaneously on their phone.
- At 62%, YouTube topped the list of common ways mobile video viewers discover digital video to watch on their phones. Social media ranked second at 33%.
- Nearly half of respondents overall (48%) said that they “only” or “mostly” leverage mobile apps to stream video on their phones, with the UK (63%), Brazil (60%), and Turkey (58%) leading the trend.
- By contrast, across the survey sample only 18% said they “only” or “mostly” use mobile websites to view video.
- More than a quarter (28%) of viewers across the participating countries said that they often see ads on mobile video that they’ve already seen on TV.


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President Pakistan Arif Alvi to send mangoes to 17 head of state to revive mango diplomacy
Mango diplomacy is back into action as President Arif Alvi will be sending mangoes to 17 friendly nations’ head of states.
A total of over 4,800 kgs of premium mangoes will be sent, according to sources. This isn’t the first time that mangoes are being used as gifts and previous governments have indulged in this brand of diplomacy as well.
The gift of special mangoes will be sent to the leaders of friendly countries including:
- Saudi Arabia
The matter came under consideration during a high-level meeting chaired by President Arif Alvi. Federal Minister for National Food Security Fakhar Imam was also present in the meeting apart from other high-ranking officials.
Pakistan currently exports fruits and vegetables worth over $600 million a year, which is less than 0.50% of the total world trade. The government has already directed the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) as well as a number of airlines to make arrangements for deliveries in July and August.
Pakistan is known for its premium quality mangoes around the globe. Varieties such as anwer ratol, sindhri, dosehri, langra and chaunsa are known for their sweet taste and aroma. Pakistan is the sixth largest producer of mangoes in the world while being the fifth largest exporters. The country accounts for 5% share in the export market.
The gifts are a part of government’s attempt to boost international trade to better country’s balance of payments and it should certainly help the mango exports in the near future.


Los Angeles Daily News photo by Andy Holzman
LAPD Officer Mike Gregg reviews video of red light violators.
Red-Light Safety Cameras Remain on the Job in L.A.
Contra Costa Times (California), June 22, 2011
The Los Angeles City Council decided today to keep the city’s red-light camera program on life support, sending the issue to the Budget and Finance Committee for more discussion about its cost.
Monroe City Council Finds Legal Flaws in Camera Initiative
The Herald (Washington), June 23, 2011
A unanimous Monroe City Council has decided to mount a legal challenge against an initiative that seeks to give voters here a chance to weigh in on traffic-enforcement cameras. The city now will seek a court order to block the measure from appearing on a ballot.
Township Passes Ordinance to Accept Red-Light Safety Cameras
PhillyBurbs.com (New Jersey), June 23, 2011
Cinnaminson Township, which has already approved ATS as its vendor, continued its pursuit of red-light cameras at selected intersections on Route 130 and Route 73 with the adoption of an ordinance to change the municipal code.
Additional Camera Locations Sought in Brick, N.J.
Brick Patch (New Jersey), June 22, 2011
Additional township intersections could be outfitted with red light violation cameras, officials said Tuesday. Traffic safety officers have started the process of researching new, potential locations where cameras could be installed.
Houston Chronicle photo by Michael Paulsen
Judge: Houston Voters Were Too Late to Ban Cameras
Courthouse News Service (Texas), June 21, 2011
A federal judge axed a popular voter initiative that would have banned the use of red-light safety cameras in Houston (above photo), finding that the proposition was actually an untimely referendum.
U.S. Conference of Mayors Endorses Red-Light Safety Cameras
National Coaliton for Safer Roads, June 21, 2011
The National Coalition for Safer Roads (NCSR) commends the U.S. Conference of Mayors for passing a resolution Sunday strongly supporting the use of red light and speed safety cameras. This important technology helps reduce injuries and fatalities on the nation’s roadways. View resolution.
Motorists Still Accountable for Tickets in Spokane, City Says
The Spokesman-Review (Washington), June 21, 2011
Red-light runners caught on camera in Spokane shouldn’t automatically expect a break from a recent court ruling rejecting the city’s method for issuing tickets.
ATS signed separate agreements this week to bring red-light safety camera programs to the Florida town of Medley and the city of Sarasota.
Pensacola News Journal photo
Motorists caught running red lights in Milton, Florida, (above photo) will receive a warning notice up until July 15, when police officers will begin issuing $158 tickets based on their review of evidence captured by red-light safety cameras.
Editorial: Following Court Ruling, Houston Should Restart Red-Light Safety Cameras
Houston Chronicle (Texas), June 21, 2011
With the invalidation of last year’s red-light camera vote by a federal judge, Houston officials have a rare opportunity to undo a mistake that has cost the city millions of dollars while undermining public safety.
Commentary: 10 Reasons Why L.A. Should Keep Road Safety Camera Program
dBusinessNews (California), June 22, 2011
As the Los Angeles City Council prepares to vote this week on the future of the city’s critical traffic safety camera program, the Traffic Safety Coalition is outlining 10 reasons why the program should stay. No. 1 — zero fatalities.
Letter to Editor: Red-Light Safety Cameras Save Lives Every Year
The Columbus Dispatch (Ohio), June 22, 2011
We think there ought to be a law that requires every story about red-light cameras to begin with a sentence quoting the most-recent official statistics as to how many people are killed and injured in the United States every year by people who run red lights.
Humans Get Final Say on What’s a Camera Ticket
WEAR TV-3, Florida, June 21, 2011
They’re becoming more and more commonplace; cameras placed at intersections to catch people running red lights. But, it’s … humans who still have the final say on what’s technically a violation.
Federal Judge Rules Houston Camera Election Invalid
KRIV Fox TV 26, (Texas), June 17, 2011
A U.S. District Judge has ruled invalid the election to determine if traffic light cameras should have been removed from Houston roadways.
“I don’t understand why there are people quibbling about revenue. This is about saving lives.”
Bernard Parks, L.A. councilman and former L.A. police chief
San Francisco Chronicle/SFGate.com (California), June 17, 2011
The portion of red-light running fines in Houston dedicated to hospital trauma centers has amounted to $9 million since the red-light safety cameras were activated in 2006. SOURCE: Houston Chronicle, June 21, 2011.
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- How can vertical lines affect the appearance of a garment?
- What feeling do diagonal lines give?
- How artists use lines in their work?
- What emotion do the vertical lines on the sculpture evoke?
- What kind of lines are shown?
- What emotion or feeling is suggested by horizontal lines?
- What do horizontal lines most suggest?
- What are 5 types of lines?
- How many straight lines are there?
- What are the 5 emotive qualities of line?
- What is a straight line called?
- What are one line drawings called?
- What are the two types of line?
- How lines convey emotions?
- What are the 6 types of lines?
- What are the tools to get the variations of lines?
- What mood do vertical lines create?
How can vertical lines affect the appearance of a garment?
As a basic tool, line can be used to create optical illusions in clothing.
Line direction may be vertical, horizontal, diagonal, or curved.
Vertical lines lead the eye upward creating the illusion of height to visually slen- derize the figure.
Horizontal lines usually carry the eye across..
What feeling do diagonal lines give?
Diagonal lines convey a feeling of movement. Objects in a diagonal position are unstable. Because they are neither vertical nor horizontal, they are either about to fall or are already in motion. The angles of the ship and the rocks on the shore convey a feeling of movement or speed in this stormy harbor scene.
How artists use lines in their work?
Line in an artwork can be used in many different ways. It can be used to suggest shape, pattern, form, structure, growth, depth, distance, rhythm, movement and a range of emotions. We have a psychological response to different types of lines: Curved lines suggest comfort and ease.
What emotion do the vertical lines on the sculpture evoke?
Vertical lines – defy gravity and suggest assertiveness. Diagonal lines – imply movement and directionality.
What kind of lines are shown?
Types of LineHorizontal Lines.Vertical Lines.Parallel Lines.Perpendicular Lines.
What emotion or feeling is suggested by horizontal lines?
Horizontal lines: which emotion it portrays? Horizontal lines suggest a feeling of rest or repose because objects parallel to the earth are at rest. In this landscape, horizontal lines also help give a sense of space.
What do horizontal lines most suggest?
Horizontal lines suggest a feeling of rest or repose because objects parallel to the earth are at rest. In this landscape, horizontal lines also help give a sense of space. The lines delineate sections of the landscape, which recede into space.
What are 5 types of lines?
There are 5 main types of lines in art: vertical lines, horizontal lines, diagonal lines, zigzag lines, and curved lines. Other types of lines are simply variations of the five main ones.
How many straight lines are there?
Thus, there are 2 + 3 + 4 = 9 straight lines in the figure. Now, we shall count the number of triangles in the figure. The simplest triangles are ADE, AEF, DEK, EFK, DJK, FLK, DJB, FLC, BJG and LIC i.e. 10 in number.
What are the 5 emotive qualities of line?
Expressive Qualities of LineThe expressive qualities of line are as variable as each artist’s work.Expressive lines impart emotional qualities to lines. … Sharply angled lines suggest excitement, anger, danger, chaos.Flat lines suggest calm.Wide lines suggest bold strength.More items…
What is a straight line called?
A line is simply an object in geometry that is characterized as a straight, thin, one-dimensional, zero width object that extends on both sides to infinity. A straight line is essentially just a line with no curves. … They are usually called a curve or arc and are not straight lines.
What are one line drawings called?
A one line drawing, also known as a single line drawing, is a drawing made with just one line. For most artists it is a way to simplify the complex world around us. Yet there are many different kinds out there, with each artist having their own specific charisteristics.
What are the two types of line?
How many types of lines are there? There are two basic lines in Geometry: straight and curved. Straight lines are further classifies into horizontal and vertical. Other types of lines are parallel lines, intersecting lines and perpendicular lines.
How lines convey emotions?
Paints at least two different lines – vertical, horizontal, diagonal or curved. Paints lines on one side of composition to show an emotion, and lines on the other side to show an opposite emotion. Expresses emotions in line painting; responds by identifying emotions observed in line paintings.
What are the 6 types of lines?
There are many types of lines: thick, thin, horizontal, vertical, zigzag, diagonal, curly, curved, spiral, etc. and are often very expressive. Lines are basic tools for artists—though some artists show their lines more than others.
What are the tools to get the variations of lines?
To get more line variations, refer to tools such as length, width, weight, texture, style, direction, the degree of curve or all of the above combined. Length in lines can be long (tall, strong, far) or short (small, cute, close).
What mood do vertical lines create?
In web design vertical lines tend to represent or create length and indicate to the user that there is more content below the fold. Horizontal lines generally create relaxation or a calming mood, they tend to be quiet and subtle whereas vertical lines are more imposing and powerful.


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Onion rings might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of nourishing raw foods. But that’s precisely what makes this incredible raw recipe so amazing! There’s raw pizza, raw burgers, so how could we not have some raw onion rings, too? With all the raw food creativity out there, there’s no limit to what can be done with wholesome, nutritious raw foods!
Here’s an elegant dish that is bound to be a crowd-pleaser. Creamy, rich marinara sauce, plump zesty cannelloni, and even a touch of vegan “cheese”, this raw masterpiece has got it all! Zucchini yet again show’s its incredible versatility and makes for a great cannelloni when stuffed with cashews and nutritional yeast.
With sun-dried tomatoes and black olives, the marinara sauce has a deliciously Meditteranean flavor to it. A great comforting food on a cool fall day, you can enjoy it as a main dish, an appetizer, or as a side! Make sure to give yourself enough time to soak the cashews and dehydrate the brazil nut parmesan.
Do you ever find yourself missing chipotle mayo? Well no more! It turns out that cashews make a great base for raw chipotle mayo, and avocado is the perfect vessel with which to transport said “mayo” to your fortunate mouth!
This recipe looks awesome, tastes awesome, and is super easy to make. You’ve got at least 8 vegetables in this one tight package, and that means a variety of nutrients to keep your engines running clean. And of course, you’ve got all the flavor your taste buds can handle. One couldn’t wish for more.
Usually, cous cous is made of seminola. And usually you don’t find it rolled up in cucumber. That makes this dish somewhat unusual, and that’s partly what makes it so great. Sometimes you come across ideas you can’t believe you hadn’t thought of. For ideas like these cauliflower cous cous cucumber rolls, we can all just be glad that someone came up with it.
In this case, the cous cous is made not from wheat but from cauliflower. The little cauliflower crumbles actually do a pretty good job of imitating traditional cous cous, but with the added benefits of keeping these cucumber rolls raw and gluten-free!
These refreshing morsels make a great appetizer or snack if you’re entertaining. Easy to make, easy to enjoy, and light on the stomach. Shared between just a couple people, they also make for an awesome light lunch.
The combination of raisins, tahini, and chili makes for a really neat texture and flavoring. Mildly sweet, a little spicy, and a little creamy, these cucumber rolls manage to pack a lot of flavor while keeping it mild. Tahini really has a unique capacity for tying things together, and is great generally if you need to avoid using peanut butter.
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One all time favorite is chevre stuffed apricots as an antipasto. Since this busy-bee does not indulge in animal cheese like this but once or twice a year, I decided to create a cashew chevre to stuff them with. It still has the smooth texture and tanginess that we all crave in an artisan chevre, but is made with raw cashews instead.The one surprising flavor that is in this recipe is lavender. It is soft and delicate but adds a uniqueness to this dish.
SUSHI, I believe that sushi can be an opportunity for everyone to get creative. Yes- most people believe that sushi consists of raw fish and rice…nope- I beg to differ! Sushi should be looked at as “cut up ingredients all wrapped up in nori (seaweed sheets)”! I also think that is an opportunity to get your veggies in. Today I went to the farmers market and was faced with the sea of organic fruits and veggies. The one thing that stood out, besides the tip-of-my-thumb sized organic blueberries that I bought, was a vendor that had pink organic oyster mushrooms.
AMAZING–I have never seen PINK oyster mushrooms! Apparently they taste the same as white oyster mushrooms but are a vibrant pink hue… very curious and beautiful! Instead of searing them or marinating them like most do, I decided to make a raw dish– hence the PINK OYSTER MUSHROOM ROLL was born.
Eating cherry tomatoes may offer particular benefits for men. Lycopene, a compound found in tomatoes, can impact prostate health. Any recipe that has the word “poppers” in it means you are going to have a flavor explosion! Well these BLACK CHERRY TOMATO POPPERS are just that!
These basil wrapped stuffed mushrooms are great appetizer or antipasto for raw foodies and others alike. They are raw, vegan, and gluten free yet bursting with flavor. Serve up these healthy bites at your next meal or party. Enjoy!
A handful of cashew nuts a day in the diet would provide enough of these minerals (manganese, potassium, copper, iron, magnesium, zinc, and selenium) and may help prevent deficiency diseases. Never skip the tradition of antipasto again. These ANTIPASTO BITES are full of all the traditional flavors you crave!
WOW even the pickiest guests with these beautiful and vibrant Rainbow Tomato Stacks can’t resist! Let’s dig in to this nutritious goodness of tomatoes!


Earlier this week, the Ad Council tapped Pope Francis to promote confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine. Today, Ryan Reynolds turns to the country’s 32nd president to shill his brand Aviation Gin.
During his tenure as president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt famously delivered 31 fireside chats on the radio to update U.S. citizens on recovery during the Great Depression, his New Deal initiatives and more.
A new social video from Reynolds’ agency Maximum Effort sets a black-and-white photo of FDR to what’s being touted as FDR’s 32nd, “lost" fireside speech. In it, he speaks about how delicious Aviation American Gin is. “You would not believe how smooth this stuff is,” he says before officially declaring Aug. 19th “National Aviation Day ” and promising that anyone who purchases an Aviation cocktail at a participating bar or restaurant will be reimbursed for it “in celebration of smooth deliciousness.”
The visuals then transition to a monochrome shot of Reynolds, sitting in front of a roaring hearth with his bottle of Aviation.
“In 1939, President Roosevelt drank a few negronis and immediately declared August 19th National Aviation Day,” Reynolds said in a statement. “But don't take mine or FDR's words for it—try it yourself. That's right: this Aviation Day, I'm buying.”
The promotion actually extends beyond the holiday until Aug. 22. Anyone 21 and older who buys an Aviation Gin cocktail (up to $7 in price) can claim their refund at https://aviationday2021.com/.
FDR did indeed declare Aug. 19 National Aviation Day back in the day, but it was actually meant to celebrate the development of flight and the aircraft industry, coinciding with aviation pioneer Orville Wright’s birthday.


Title: Manufacturing Engineer / Programmer
Reports to: York Plant Manager
Type of Position: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Company / Product
Acco Material Handling Solutions (“Acco”) specializes in the manufacturing of material handling equipment, including hoists, cranes, carts and lifters. Its products are used primarily in industrial manufacturing and distribution environments, including aerospace, water treatment, heavy manufacturing, agriculture, mining, automotive, and logistics. Operating from three manufacturing facilities in the US, Acco provides ready to ship stock products or fully engineered custom devices. Products are sold through distributors, as well as to large direct customers. The York operations specializes in the manufacturing of wire rope hoists and also makes other products such as crane components and below the hook product for the material handling industry.
The Machine Shop Manufacturing Engineer / Programmer’s primary function is to solve day to day production issues in our machine shop and to own and supervise the programming of our CNC machines. Additional responsibilities include finding ways to improve our methods and programs to save cost, and improve quality, and leading ongoing lean efforts to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing problem solving in the machine shop
- Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity and cost through the creation of new processes and improvement of existing processes and manufacturing methods.
- Generate programs for our CNC machines for new parts as needed.
- Identify and improve existing programs, tooling selection, and methods to drive out cost and waste from existing machining processes
- Collaborate with union team members to generate, execute, and sustain process improvements
- Participate and lead lean efforts to drive impactful improvements to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Job Specifications (Work Experience, Skills, Abilities, etc.)
- Able to program basic CNC machine programs, multi Axis, lathes, mills, hobbing etc. – primarily Fanuc Controls
- Experience with CAD / CAM
- Ability to set-up and run CNC and manual machines preferred
- Ability to make recommendations and improvements to current tooling for each matching operation
- Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvements in operations processes and lead the team through the changes
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing methodology with a track record of success in both implementation and sustainment
- Track record of successful process driven problem solving
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in an office environment, with frequent use of and proficiency with computers
- Ability to prioritize, generate plans of action, and drive for results
- Knowledge of TPM / AM a plus
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:
This job requires minimal travel and a daily on-site presence in York. Normal manufacturing plant office conditions and occasional travel may be required to meet with suppliers. Job demands may require long periods of standing, sitting, and/or computer work, as well as interaction with other people. Normal office conditions include walking, standing, bending, kneeling, lifting, driving, and/or traveling.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
- Temperature screenings
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place


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Concrete Ideas for Attention-Grabbing Curb Appeal
Curb appeal is a hot topic for homeowners and it especially gets tossed around when talking about a home’s appeal to potential buyers. A Massachusetts landscaper calls out unique walkways as a way to “up” curb appeal and grab attention, and in Knoxville, TN, window boxes with flowers are a sure bet. How do you feel about your home’s “curb appeal?” Do you think your front yard makes a good first impression as one of the neighborhood swans or is your home an ugly duckling?
This home is definitely a swan with its beautiful symmetry, individual plant beds and manicured lawn. But don’t be put off by the size or elegance in thinking its curb appeal is beyond your reach. By breaking down the elements that make it so appealing, you can incorporate the same design ideas to enhance your own home’s curb appeal.
Decorative concrete can make all the difference
It’s safe to say that most homes have concrete as part of their appearance. This includes driveways, walkways, porches or entryways. Unfinished gray concrete is very durable and functional, but it does not do much to elevate a home’s curb appeal, especially after years of use that can result in discolored or stained patches, cracks and a pitted surface. Concrete Craft® contributed greatly to the appeal of this home with a stamped and stained driveway that brings richness and elegance to the property. The earthy brown color gives warmth to the landscape and complements the color of the home. Imagine a gray, unfinished concrete driveway and the whole picture changes. Here is another view approaching the house and you can clearly see how much the decorative concrete driveway adds to the home’s overall beauty. Decorative concrete also adds real value with its durable, easy-care finish that can stand up to any weather, all year long, and will not fade, chip, crack or peel on driveways, patios, walkways and more.
Concrete Craft craftspeople are dedicated to bringing artistry to existing concrete surfaces by creating fabulous results with stained, stamped and resurfaced concrete overlays. They can transform your concrete to bring instant curb appeal to your home. Then it’s up to you to do the little extras that will ensure your home is never in the ugly duckling category.
Maximize your front porch or entryway
This home’s front porch and walkway had hand-cut and custom-colored decorative concrete overlays installed in a neutral flagstone design that presents a welcoming approach to the front door. The colors are adapted to the brick siding of the house for an integrated look. The white trim and bright burgundy paint on the shutters and door sidelights add excitement to the neutral palette, with coordinating colors in the landscape plants for a delightful display. The front door becomes the focal point, enhanced with the white bench, potted plants and edged planters that all direct the eye to the door.
Another porch and walkway shows off the value of custom coloring with Concrete Craft’s stamping and staining process. The patterned stone colors for the porch and extended walkway are custom matched to the colorful bricks, something that would be hard to accomplish if you had to find enough matching real stones for this entryway and walkway. With our “real stone” molds you can have the look and feel of natural stone at a fraction of the cost, and color matching or consistency is never a problem. The seamless, sealed surface ensures that the walkway will stay free of obstruction and tripping hazards since the faux stones will never become uneven or have grass or weeds sneak in.
Finishing touches and even more decorative concrete
Once your main concrete surfaces are beautiful, you can dress up your front yard and home for even more curb appeal. Here is a list of easy fixes and finishing touches to inspire you to create a uniquely-you front yard.
Quick upgrades include:
- New outdoor light fixtures: wall sconces, pendants, solar lights and lanterns
- Fancy mailbox and new house numbers
- Pretty patio furniture on the front porch
- Trimming overgrown bushes and trees
- Stylish containers with plants by the front door
- Paint the front door a bright color
- Artistic or outrageous doorknocker, just for fun
- Repaint your home’s exterior with a fresh, modern color scheme
- A new garage door with decorative windows
- Install new windows, including replacing damaged screens and shutters
- Redesign your gardens with native plants for a low-maintenance yard
- Use garden edging--stones, pavers, bricks, low plants--to define areas
- Highlight a mature tree or create a raised-bed with a Concrete Craft knee-high wall, seat wall or fire pit design, filled with flowers
There are lots of ways to add interest and curb appeal to your home and calling the professionals at Concrete Craft is an important first step. They can help you rejuvenate all your concrete surfaces, indoors and out, including driveways, walkways, patios, pool decks, interior floors, and vertical surfaces with beautiful, decorative concrete overlays for stained, stamped and resurfaced concrete. Call us today or go online to www.concretecraft.com to find the Concrete Craft location nearest you and request a FREE design consultation and estimate. Click here to preview all the spaces where Concrete Craft can transform your world.


The NHS has drafted in DHL Supply Chain to support the running of six Nightingale field hospitals set up to provide emergency care to COVID-19 patients. The company is also playing a key role in delivering vital medical supplies as well as providing non-emergency ambulance services. The supply chain operation, which would normally take up to six months to put in place, was launched within two weeks, which enabled ExCeL London to be transformed into a hospital in record time. […]
The RHA is reopening its training classrooms with social distancing measures in place on Monday 6 July.
MT award winner Wren Kitchens has opened a transport hub in Avonmouth, which it said will provide a more efficient and greener transport service.
DPD has beaten its target of having 10% of its couriers emissions-free, achieving the ambitious goal five months ahead of schedule.


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Directors: Ester Gould, Reijer Zwaan Featuring: Luis Camacho, Oliver Crumes, Salim Gauwloos, Jose Xtravaganza, Kevin Stea, Carlton Wilborn Running Time: 83 minutes
It is always worth keeping in mind that despite depicting events that happened in reality, documentaries present a narrative like any other kind of film. At the time it was released, Madonna: Truth or Dare was the highest-grossing documentary of all time, depicted a world tour decried as ‘Satanic’ by the Vatican and for a time made icons and inspirations out of the Blond Ambition tour’s charismatic and cut-from-marble dancers. The film actively courted controversy, having the audacity to show young men, partying, kissing each other (“even” wails a news report) and hanging with one of the world’s biggest and most divisive stars. That documentary had one narrative, now there is another. Strike A Pose allows the reality depicted in Truth or Dare a victory lap of sorts before showing another side of the events that played out at that time, as well as showing how the men involved in the film have been affected in the years since.

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On Tuesday (February 8) the biggest night on the British music calendar took place.
The 2022 Brit awards was held at a packed out O2 Arena and to the surprise of absolutely no one, Adele walked away needing to once again expand her trophy cabinet at her Beverly Hills mansion.
The star took home three prizes for her latest album 30 and also took to the stage to perform track I Drink Wine.
Elsewhere, Dua Lipa and Ed Sheeran took home prizes and Anne Marie was the latest superstar to suffer an embarrassing moment at the show, with her left ankle giving way while walking down steps during her performance.
Away from the stage, the Brits wouldn't be the Brits without the famous red carpet.
Singers and a whole host of celebs took to the carpet to strut their stuff before the show as they made their way into the famous venue.
Ensuring she was their to cover the event for the team at Heart Breakfast was showbiz correspondent Ashely Roberts.
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The Pussycat Dolls star was present with a microphone in hand as she interviewed some of the biggest stars in entertainment for the radio station.
However, it was the 40-year-old's outfit that garnered much of the attention, with the singer donning an incredible cut-out black dress which she paired with elbow-length leather gloves.
The outfit has got quite the reaction out of her fans and famous friends on social media.
In a video shared of Ashley on the Heart Breakfast carpet, Portsmouth-born Amanda Holden, a colleague to the American at the radio show, reacted with six fire emojis alongside an "Omg".
The video was shared with the Pussycat Dolls famous song Don't' Cha playing over the top, alongside the caption "@iamashleyroberts killing it on the @brits red carpet".
Some Heart radio fans however were not sure on Ashley's chosen outfit. Moira45 said: "Left half her dress behind. Fashion?" while happiness_is_addictive_29 said: "Shame her dress wasn't finished, sack the stylist." alongside a laughing emoji.
The former Strictly star also shared five snaps of herself in the outfit on her personal Instagram page.
The post has already received more than 22,000 likes and received positive comments from celebs including Stacey Dooley, Vicky Pattison and Pixie Lott.


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1 Master the knowledge and skills you need to get the best results for your client and earn your full annual CPD credit The Osgoode Certificate in Personal Injury Law & Practice A one-of-a-kind program designed for plaintiff counsel in personal injury and medical malpractice MODULES 1-4 AVAILABLE VIA WEBCAST * see reverse for details April 4 - May 12, Modules over 6 Weeks Toronto, Canada LSUC (ON) CPD: 33.5 CPD Hours (27.75 Substantive, 5.75 Professionalism) Osgoode Professional Development has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by The Law Society of Upper Canada.
2 Program Details Dates Module 1 Client Management April 4, 2014 Module 2 Expert Evidence April 23, 2014 Module 3 Discovery and Mediation April 30, 2014 Module 4 Trial Preparation May 6, 2014 Module 5 Trial Advocacy May 12, 2014 The program will be held at Osgoode Professional Development s Downtown Toronto Conference Centre. For Further Program Related Information Please contact: Stéphane McRoberts Program Lawyer at or I enjoyed the program and would recommend it to anyone practising in the fi eld. Ronald Bildfell Ronald Bildfell Professional Corporation (2013) Why You Should Attend Personal Injury Law is an area that is constantly growing and changing. The stakes are high both because of the size of the rewards and the devastating impact of failure for your client. Taught by a highly distinguished faculty of lawyers, mediators, judges and doctors, the Osgoode Certifi cate in Personal Injury Law & Practice covers the key principles you should know, together with practical insights, strategies and tactics for being an effective advocate for plaintiffs. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get not only a comprehensive overview but also drill down into the key issues and challenges that are likely to come across your desk. You will receive materials prepared by the speakers that will provide a valuable ongoing resource. In this unique, comprehensive program, you will learn from leaders in the fi eld and participate in a learn-by-doing skill building program that will give you the opportunity to develop and practise essential trial skills. Key Benefits: What You Will Learn How to determine the value of the file in the initial client meeting Tips for drafting the retainer agreement and ensuring the client has a clear understanding of its contents Strategies and tips for conducting a discovery How to ensure you object to improper questions on discovery The most effective ways to lay the foundation for expert testimony How can counsel avoid crossing the line between properly educating the expert and improperly tainting him/her? How to effectively prepare for mediation Demonstration of a powerful opening statement at mediation Ethical issues to be mindful of at mediation Evidence law for the personal injury lawyer How to analyze relevant causation issues Making the most of a pre-trial How to make use of evidence at trial Advocacy workshops with feedback from experts in the field Who Should Attend Personal injury lawyers Medical malpractice lawyers In-house counsel Medical consultants to disability insurers and litigators Mediators and arbitrators Structured settlement specialists
3 THE OSGOODE CERTIFICATE IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW & PRACTICE THE CURRICULUM This program is designed for plaintiff-side personal injury lawyers but would also be of benefit to mediators, arbitrators, in-house counsel and consultants. There will be an emphasis on the practical, and classes will be taught using a blended-delivery method that includes lectures and panel discussions. Delegates will have the opportunity to both watch demonstrations and to receive feedback on their own advocacy skills in workshops led by leaders in the field. MODULE 1 April 4, 2014, 9:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. MODULE 2 April 23, 2014, 9:00 a.m. 4:45 p.m. Client Management The Certifi cate kicks off with two presentations on the unique characteristics of the lawyer/client relationship with a personal injury plaintiff. Experienced counsel will explain: How to determine the value of the file in the initial client meeting Tips for drafting the retainer agreement and ensuring the client has a clear understanding of its contents The importance of setting boundaries in the lawyer/client relationship The types of communication that a lawyer will need to have with treating physicians and other caregivers and how to ensure no obligations of confidentiality are breached After giving you a solid foundation on proper governance of the client relationship, the faculty will focus on those issues that you need to turn your mind to once the fi le has been opened. Specifi cally, panelists will discuss: Creating a theory of the case - considering possible damages - understanding sources of recovery - identifying all potential defendants Managing subrogated claims Understanding priorities in insurance Pre-discovery strategy - when to secure expert reports/damage assessments - creating a proper discovery plan The fi rst module will conclude with a panel on preparing your client for discovery, including a discussion and demonstration of ethical techniques for preparation. Alf Kwinter, Singer Kwinter Ava Hillier, Hillier & Hillier Personal Injury Lawyers James R. Howie, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP Jeffrey Strype, Strype Barristers LLP Andrew Murray, Lerners LLP Fiona Brown, Miller Thomson Paul Harte, Paul Harte Professional Corporation Catherine Wilde, Fleck Law William McMaster, Singer Kwinter Expert Evidence In Module 2, participants will have the opportunity to hear from a multidisciplinary faculty of judges, expert witnesses and counsel on a number of issues, including: When is expert evidence needed in personal injury cases? Using experts retained by the accident benefit carrier in the tort claim Admissibility and reliability The most effective ways to lay the foundation for expert testimony The extent of the expert s duty to the court How can counsel avoid crossing the line between properly educating the expert and improperly tainting him/her? Identifying expert bias How many experts reports? Sensible cost-benefit approaches and defending your choices How to control your expert When and how to argue that the other side s expert has assumed an advocacy role The Hon. Justice Mark Edwards, The Hon. Justice Bruce Glass, The Hon. Justice Peter Howden, The Hon. Justice Thomas McEwen, John J. Adair, Adair Barristers LLP Michael I. Burgar, Matthew Abogado LLP Dale V. Orlando, McLeish Orlando LLP Dr. Hal Scher, C. Psych., CCRC, Clinical Neuropsychologist Adam R. Little, Oatley, Vigmond LLP C. Kirk Boggs, Lerners LLP S. Wayne Morris, Dutton Brock LLP Russell Brownlee, B.Sc., M.A.Sc., FITE, P.Eng., Giffen Koerth Inc. Salvatore Shaw, McLeish Orlando LLP Todd J. McCarthy, Flaherty Dow Elliott & McCarthy LLP Arthur Ameis, BSC MD FRCPC DESS FAAPM&R, Physiatry; Lecturer Insurance Medicine & Medicolegal Expertise, Université de Montréal; Senior Medical Consultant, Granite Health Solutions (MDAC, Sibley & Assoc.) Rikin Morzaria, McLeish Orlando LLP Osgoode Professional Development, 2014 Register online today at
4 MODULE 3 April 30, 2014, 9:00 a.m. 4:15 p.m. Module 4 (Cont d) Discovery and Mediation Day 3 provides you with an unparalleled opportunity to learn how to conduct a discovery and make the most of a mediation. The day will begin with both a demonstration of a discovery of a plaintiff and defendant by expert counsel. In addition, panelists will cover: Strategies and tips for conducting a discovery Ensuring you object to improper questions on discovery Post-discovery to-do list - ensuring that the case does not stall following discoveries - determining whether any amendments need to be made to claims - drafting a post-discovery memo Preparing for mediations - canvassing damages - drafting briefs that will help with on the spot damage calculations Ethics in mediation Best practices for conducting a mediation To ensure that delegates will leave the program prepared to independently conduct a mediation, Module 3 will conclude with a demonstration of an effective opening statement. Peter Kryworuk, Lerners LLP Richard Bogoroch, Bogoroch & Associates LLP John A. Olah, Beard Winter LLP Linda Wolanski, Bogoroch & Associates Paul Torrie, Global Resolutions Stephen M. Malach, M+F Mediation & Arbitration Services Peter Heisey, Benson Percival Brown LLP Frank Gomberg, Gomberg Mediation Solutions Inc. Barbara Legate, Legate & Associates MODULE 4 Trial Preparation May 6, 2014, 9:00 a.m. 4:45 p.m. Module 4 will give you the tools you need to properly prepare to conduct your own trial and feel confi dent in your analytical and practical skills, including: Evidence law for the personal injury litigator Causation issues that must be considered Discussions with your client about the reasons mediation failed Determining whether to hold a second mediation Strategies for involving the court in settlement attempts After lunch, you will have a unique opportunity to hear from a panel of judges on how to make the best use of the pre-trial, including their expectations of counsel both leading up to and on the day of the pre-trial. Afterward, expert plaintiff counsel will review effective strategies for preparing both themselves and their client for trial. The Hon. Justice Michael McKelvey, The Hon. Justice Thomas McEwen, The Hon. Justice Helen Rady, Stephen MacDonald, MacDonald & Swan LLP Frank Gomberg, Gomberg Mediation Solutions Inc. Jerome Morse, Morse Shannon LLP James C. Morton, Steinberg Morton Hope & Israel LLP Brian Brock, Dutton Brock LLP Gary R. Will, Will Davidson LLP MODULE 5 May 12, 2014, 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. NOTE: IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE IS REQUIRED FOR THIS MODULE Trial Advocacy The final day of the certificate is comprised of demonstrations and workshops where you will have the opportunity to both watch and learn from some of the best litigators in the field. In the morning, expert counsel will conduct demonstrations of an examination in chief of a plaintiff and a cross-examination of a defendant in a personal injury file. In addition, there will be a demonstration in which plaintiff s counsel will argue to include a piece of evidence that defence counsel does not want admitted. The demonstration will be presided over by a judge, who will give a ruling at the conclusion of the demonstration. Finally, you will be able to make use of the skills you have learned over the course of the Certificate in two separate workshops. Using the case file that you received at the end of Module 4, you will be divided into small groups and asked to conduct an examination in chief of a plaintiff and a cross-examination of a defendant. Each delegate will have a one-of-a kind opportunity to receive in-depth feedback on their advocacy skills from senior personal injury counsel. The Hon. Justice Darla Wilson, John McLeish, McLeish Orlando LLP Paul Tushinski, Dutton Brock LLP Alf Kwinter, Singer Kwinter Jerome Morse, Morse Shannon LLP Donna Polgar, Dutton Brock LLP David Smye, Mackesy Smye David Levy, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP Register online today at
5 The Osgoode Certificate in Personal Injury Law & Practice draws on the expertise and experience of judges, leading lawyers and medical professionals, including: John J. Adair, Adair Barristers LLP Arthur Ameis, BSC MD FRCPC DESS FAAPM&R Physiatry; Lecturer, Insurance Medicine & Medicolegal Expertise, Université de Montréal; Senior Medical Consultant, Granite Health Solutions (MDAC, Sibley & Assoc.) C. Kirk Boggs, Lerners LLP Richard Bogoroch, Bogoroch & Associates LLP Brian Brock, Dutton Brock LLP Fiona Brown, Miller Thomson Russell Brownlee, B.Sc., M.A.Sc., FITE, P.Eng. Giffen Koerth Inc. Michael I. Burgar, Matthews Abogado LLP The Hon. Justice Mark Edwards The Hon. Justice Bruce Glass Frank Gomberg, Gomberg Mediation Solutions Inc. Paul Harte, Paul Harte Professional Corporation Peter Heisey, Benson Percival Brown LLP Ava Hillier, Hillier & Hillier Personal Injury Lawyers The Hon. Justice Peter Howden James R. Howie, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP Peter Kryworuk, Lerners LLP Alf Kwinter, Singer Kwinter Barbara Legate, Legate & Associates David Levy, Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP Adam R. Little, Oatley Vigmond LLP Stephen MacDonald, MacDonald & Swan LLP Stephen M. Malach, M+F Mediation & Arbitration Services Todd J. McCarthy, Flaherty Dow Elliott & McCarthy LLP The Hon. Justice Thomas McEwen The Hon. Justice Michael McKelvey John McLeish, McLeish Orlando LLP William McMaster, Singer Kwinter S. Wayne Morris, Dutton Brock LLP Jerome Morse, Morse Shannon LLP James C. Morton, Steinberg Morton Hope & Israel LLP Rikin Morzaria, McLeish Orlando LLP Andrew Murray, Lerners LLP John A. Olah, Beard Winter LLP Dale V. Orlando, McLeish Orlando LLP Donna Polgar, Dutton Brock LLP The Hon. Justice Helen Rady Dr. Hal Scher, C. Psych., CCRC, Clinical Neuropsychologist Salvatore Shaw, McLeish Orlando LLP David Smye, Mackesy Smye Jeffrey Strype, Strype Barristers LLP Paul Torrie, Global Resolutions Paul Tushinski, Dutton Brock LLP Catherine Wilde, Fleck Law Gary R. Will, Will Davidson LLP The Hon. Justice Darla Wilson Linda Wolanski, Bogoroch & Associates FACULTY PROGRAM DIRECTORS Alf Kwinter Singer Kwinter Jerome Morse Morse Shannon LLP PROGRAM DIRECTORS MODULE 2 - Expert Evidence Michael I. Burgar Matthews Abogado LLP Dale V. Orlando McLeish Orlando LLP ADVISORY BOARD Frank Gomberg Gomberg Mediation Solutions Inc. Richard Bogoroch Bogoroch and Associates Peter Kryworuk Lerners LLP I found the advice of the panel to be very practical and something I could apply to my practice immediately and see better results quickly. Joanna Eubanks, Gillis Zago PC (2013) Really helpful tips, excellent faculty Nicole Corriero, Lofranco Corriero (2013) Register online today at
6 THE OSGOODE CERTIFICATE IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW & PRACTICE I will attend: On site Via webcast* (single viewer) Name: Firm/Company: Address: Title: Practice Area: Don t miss this intensive and practical program, covering everything you want and need to know to practice plaintiff-side personal injury law City: Province: Postal Code: Telephone: Fax: Priority Service Code: Please add me to your mailing list. LSUC (ON) CPD: Please delete me from your mailing list. Module 1: 7.5 CPD hours (5.25 Substantive, 2.25 Professionalism) If you do not wish to be contacted by , indicate here. Module 2: 7.0 CPD hours (6.5 Substantive, 0.5 Professionalism) Fee Per Delegate CPD Credits Module 3: 6.5 CPD hours (5.5 Substantive, 1.0 Professionalism) $3295 plus 13% HST for a total of $ Fees include attendance, program materials, continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments for each of the 5 days of the program. The price does not include Module 4: 6.5 CPD hours (5.75 Substantive, 0.75 Professionalism) Module 5: 6.0 CPD hours (4.75 Substantive, 1.25 Professionalism) accommodations. Please inquire about group discounts and fi nancial assistance. Dress is business casual. Payment Options Payment must be made prior to the program Cheque enclosed (payable to York University GST# R ) Bill my credit card: VISA Mastercard Card# Expiry: Signature: Payment Amount: Cancellations/Rainchecks/Substitutions If you are unable to attend the program your organization may name a replacement. A full refund will be issued for cancellations received a minimum of 21 days before the program start date. Written cancellations received after March 14, 2014 will include an administration charge of $700. Non-attendance or withdrawal after the program start date will incur a full program fee. Payment must be received by March 28, Program Changes We will make every effort to present the certifi cate program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the dates, location, speakers or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, York University and Osgoode Hall Law School s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees. Location Osgoode Professional Development Downtown Toronto Conference Centre 1 Dundas St. W., 26th Floor Toronto, ON, M5G 1Z3 Quebec/BC/Manitoba/New Brunswick/NWT/Nunavut/PEI/Yukon and Saskatchewan: eligible for 31.0 CPD/MCLE credit hours towards professional development requirements; NSBS CPD: eligible for 33.5 credit hours; NY CLE Board (on-site participants only): eligible for 36.5 credit hours in the Area of Professional Practice for transitional and non-transitional lawyers. Also eligible for CLE/Insurance Premium Credits Program offered by the Law Society of PEI and for Alberta CPD credit with the Law Society of Alberta. Questions? or refer to the program website. Osgoode Professional Development has been approved as an Accredited Provider of Professionalism Content by The Law Society of Upper Canada. * On site/webcast Attendance For Modules 1-4, participants will have the option of attending either on site or via webcast. Please note that dual access is not available. Once a participant has registered and selected a mode of attendance (on site or via webcast), requests to switch between the two will not be accommodated. For Module 5, please note that on-site attendance is mandatory for all participants (webcast will not be available). For Further Program Related Information Please contact: Stéphane McRoberts, Program Lawyer at or Certificate of Program Completion You will receive a certificate upon completion of The Osgoode Certificate in Personal Injury Law & Practice. Participants must attend all program modules and satisfactorily pass a take-home exam to receive a certificate. Public CLE Seminars Customized CLE Programs Skills Training & Certifi cation ITAW Professional LLM 4 Convenient Ways to Register 1. MAIL your registration form to: Osgoode Professional Development Downtown Toronto Conference Centre 1 Dundas St. W., 26th Floor Toronto, ON M5G 1Z3 2. ONLINE at 3. FAX your registration to CALL US at or CLE

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By BRIDGET BUSH
LANSING– State lawmakers are considering yet another specialty license plate, this one to benefit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Critics say the state has plenty of license plates — 60 is enough. But every other Great Lake state has significantly more than Michigan.
Legislators can’t resist the urge to tinker with specialty plates. Legislation is pending on a wide range of ideas on how to improve the fundraising system– from limiting the number to 10 to expanding them to commercial vehicles.
Sen. Darwin Booher, R–Evart, has proposed the bill that would use specialty plates to assist with the preservation of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Revenue generated from the plates would support the nonprofit organization, Preserve Historic Sleeping Bear. This bill sits in the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, but is expected to see a vote before year’s end, Booher said.
Despite a national spotlight in 2011 as ABC’s Good Morning America’s “Most Beautiful Place in America,” funding preservation efforts at Sleeping Bear Dunes is a constant struggle, Booher said. Every year, the national lakeshore draws more than 1 million visitors, creates 270 local jobs and contributes more than $145 million to the local economy, Booher said. He sees the new license plate as a “no-brainer” for Michigan.
Professional sports teams, such as the Red Wings, Detroit Lions and Detroit Pistons, want their own specialty plate too. Sen. Jim Stamas, R-Midland, introduced a bill that would include these organizations, along with the Michigan International Speedway, on the list of state-sponsored fundraising plates. Rep. Lee Chatfield, R-Levering, has proposed a similar bill in the House for the Michigan Snowsports Industries Association.
Sen. Ed McBroom, R-Vulcan, seeks an even bigger expansion of fundraising plates as the introduced legislation would allow commercial vehicles to also purchase specialty license plates. Currently, only personal vehicles and motorcycles can do so.
However, the Legislature’s divided opinion on regulating specialty license plates could mean the program comes to a standstill.
Compared to the rest of the Great Lakes states, Michigan offers significantly fewer options. Pennsylvania’s selection of fundraising plates outnumbers Michigan almost 6 to 1, with 353 plates to Michigan’s 60. New York has the secondmost options with 210 specialty plates, followed by Wisconsin 120, Ohio 104, Indiana 98, Illinois 91 and Minnesota 85.
It costs $15,000 to develop a new fundraising plate, provided by the sponsoring organization, Booher said. But the Secretary of State estimates that most new specialty license initiatives actually cost the state $140,000 over a three-year average for implementing the design, said Fred Woodhams, a public information officer for the Secretary of State.
“Michigan’s old computer system – created way back in the 1960s – makes the process very cumbersome and extremely expensive,” Woodhams said. The coding is no longer taught in school, so the state relies on retirement-aged workers with specialized knowledge or has to spend a lot of resources training new hires on programming. The programming is also the reason Michigan law enforcement struggles to identify any more new plates.
The late Rep. Peter Pettalia, R-Presque Isle, sponsored a bill, passed in the House and waiting for a vote in the Senate, that would limit the number of fundraising plates developed, produced or issued at any one time to 10. It would also revise the start-up fee to be an amount equal to that three-year average cost, as calculated annually by the Secretary of State.
The cost to the vehicle owner is a $25 donation and a $10 service fee — on top of the standard plate amount. The $25 donation is deposited into a fund associated with the specialty plate’s cause. If a specialty plate’s sales do not meet or exceed 2,000 plates in the first year and 500 in subsequent years, the design may be discontinued.
By BRIDGET BUSH


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The FDA has cleared a highly sensitive troponin blood test aimed at identifying heart attacks hours earlier than other methods called Architect Stat test made by Abbott Diagnostics.
The test searches for small elevations in the levels of protein troponin-l which is released by heart muscle cells when they become damaged, it is designed for those who present at a hospital with symptoms of a heart attack to help doctors confirm the presence and severity of myocardial infarction within the first 2-4 hours of admission to the E.R.
The company is also launching a training partnership program to help hospital staff incorporate the automated blood test into emergency room workflow, which should be used alongside electrocardiograms and other information to help diagnose heart attacks.
"As one of the most widely researched high sensitivity troponin tests, this technology could help address several challenges in emergency departments today, including overcrowding and more accurately identifying heart attacks in women," Abbott Diagnostics’ senior medical director of global medical and scientific affairs, Agim Beshiri, said in a statement.
Women often have lower troponin levels than men do, which can cause diagnosis to be missed. The test was found to detect twice as many heart attacks in women than standard testing in a study published in the British Medical Journal. The test is already available in Asia and Europe, and is the first outside of America to offer gender specific thresholds and settings.
Data indicates that high levels of troponin in the blood can help to predict cardiac risks years in advance, research suggests that it may be beneficial to add a test such as this to routine physical examinations of middle aged and older adults.
Currently the test has already received a CE mark for cardiac risk assessment, but the company has plans to pursue American registration in the broad indication.
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EPA Releases Report on Environmental Impact of Food Waste
By: Sydney Sheffield
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published From Farm to Kitchen: The Environmental Impacts of U.S. Food Waste, to inform policymakers, researchers, and the public about the environmental impact of food waste. The report includes benefits to reduced food waste as well as knowledge gaps.
“Over one-third of the food produced in the United States is never eaten, wasting the resources used to produce it and creating a myriad of environmental impacts,” the report states. “Food waste is the single most common material landfilled and incinerated in the United States, comprising 24% and 22% of landfilled and combusted municipal solid waste, respectively. This wasted food presents opportunities to increase food security, foster productivity and economic efficiency, promote resource and energy conservation, and address climate change.”
This report reveals the climate and environmental impacts of producing, processing, distributing, and retailing food that is wasted and projects the environmental benefits of meeting the U.S. goal to prevent 50% of food waste by 2030, as indicated in the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Target 12.3. The report includes chapters focused on the environmental footprint of the U.S. food supply chain, the characterization of U.S. food loss and waste, the environmental footprint of U.S. food loss and waste, the environmental benefits of reducing U.S. food loss and waste, and U.S. food loss and waste in a global context.
The report states that each year, U.S. food waste represents 140 million acres of agricultural land, 5.9 trillion gallons of blue water, 778 million pounds of pesticides, 14.3 billion pounds of fertilizer, 665 billion kWh energy, and 169 million MTCO2e GHG emissions (excluding landfill emissions). For context, this represents an area of agricultural land equal to California and New York, enough water and energy to supply more than 50 million homes, the amount of fertilizer used in the U.S. to grow all plant-based foods for human consumption, and the greenhouse gas emissions of 42 coal-fired power-plants.
To reduce food waste in the U.S., EPA recommends nationwide initiatives focusing on source reduction rather than recycling, food waste from households, restaurants, and the food processing sector, and waste of resource-intensive foods such as animal products and fruits and vegetables.
The report concludes by stating the need for additional research on these five topics to support the development of successful food waste programs and policies:
Characteristics and unique drivers of U.S. food waste
Method to more frequently track U.S. food waste
Impact of waste of imported foods
Interaction among food supply chain stages regarding food waste
Food system trends that may impact food waste
Read the report here.


There's a new development in Russian military doctrine that, (as far as I know hasn't been reported by the US corporate MSM). It is something people in the US need to know about and interpret as a clarification of Russia's deterrence policy. It's also meant to get the attention of US policy makers who need to come to terms with Russian deterrence policy and stop the provocations that could lead to war.
In essence, the Russian military has issued a warning. Any incoming ballistic missile launched at its territory will be met with a nuclear retaliation because there is no way of knowing whether the missile is a conventional or nuclear warhead.
To put it bluntly, a missile attack on Russian soil will bring a nuclear retaliatory strike on the aggressor. Russian orbiting satellites will detect precisely where a missile attack was launched.
Though Russia has a no first strike policy of initiating a nuclear missile strike this new policy is clearly aimed at the US whose reneging on nuclear treaty agreements, placing missiles in Romania and Poland, conducting war games in the Black Sea and the Baltic States, expanding NATO to Russia's doorstep is interpreted by Russia as provocations increasing the threat of war.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has maintained any attack on Russian soil will be met with swift retaliation on the aggressor.
This new Russian military policy just clarifies what will happen if Russia is attacked by a missile. It also means US policy makers need to come to their senses rejecting any idea of winning a nuclear war.
US bellicosity toward Russia and now China-to say nothing about its provocations and sanctions on Iran, Venezuela, Syria, Nicaragua, Cuba, North Korea-has put the world in jeopardy worse than any time during the cold war between the US and the Soviet Union-save for the 1961 Cuban missile crisis.
During the cold war the US and USSR understood clearly a nuclear attack on the other would bring a nuclear retaliatory strike by the other. It was known as MAD, "Mutually Assured Destruction", an acknowledgement by both adversaries that prevented nuclear war.
Now...the deterrence that MAD provided has been rejected in favor of a US $trillion upgrade of its nuclear weapons stockpile, initiating provocations aimed directly at Russia and China, two nuclear weapons superpowers, something totally unprecedented during the cold war with the USSR, the placing of tactical nuclear weapons on US Navy warships including nuclear submarines can only mean the US is preparing for a war with one or the other or both. Simply an insane strategy that will bring a nuclear holocaust.
As unpredictable as Trump is, a belligerent fundamentalist Christian Mike Pompeo as Secretary of State spouting vitriol daily against both Russia and China, who knows if some "October" surprise is in the works, some "wag the dog" misadventure initiating a war particularly with China now seemingly in the crosshairs most prominently in the South China Sea; a US ploy sending carrier task forces under the guise of conducting "freedom of navigation" in the waterway which China sees as a provocation directed at her in an area of Chinese strategic national interest, not some American lake where the US can conduct an updated version of its old "gunboat diplomacy."
Whether the US conducts some false flag operation or an accident happens where military deaths occur who knows how the other side will act or react. They don't seem to have telecommunications with the other. There have been military flyovers, ships having close calls with the other, even conducting round the clock war games at the same time as their adversary.
The world may be in the middle of a pandemic with Covid-19. But the real threat is a new war with Russia or China.
The US presidential election is less than 3 months away.
Let's hope the "Trumpster" isn't so impetus to start a new war believing the country will back him. Particularly if he believes he won't be re-elected in November.


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Kenyan wood carvers carve this pair of giraffes with entwined necks and heads facing opposite directions using sustainably-sourced jacaranda wood. A bright coat of paint brightens each sculpture.
Size: [Small] 3.5"L x 3"W x 12"T; [Tall] 3"L x 3"W x 18"T. Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation may occur.
Paul Njoronge hand-carves and hand-paints over 100 different species of birds native to Africa, and even knows them all by name. Working mainly with jacaranda wood and acrylic paints, Paul and Joyce create art that is special to their hearts to support their growing family.


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Marie Malloy, of Canton, was recently inducted into Sigma Theta Tau, the International Honor Society for Nursing, at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H.
Several Canton residents made the honor roll for the first quarter at Boston College High School. Drew Curtin, Michael DeFao, Patrick Gunning, Braeden Mahoney, Patrick Phelan, Clayton Piantedosi, Mohammad Alemi, Owen DeFao, Matthew DeFao, Aidan Kierce, Hussein Salem, Paul Degnan and Nicholas Larkin earned high honors; Matthew Thompson, Patrick Donahue, Jordan Zografos, Andrew Larkin, Daniel Ly, Paul Walsh, Jack Norwood and Michael Nunes earned honors. To earn high honors, a senior, junior or sophomore must have at least a 3.8 quality point average and all grades C-plus or higher. Freshmen need a 3.6 QPA and all grades C-plus or higher. To earn honors, a senior, junior or sophomore must have at least a 3.20 QPA and all grades C-minus or higher. Freshmen need a 3.165 QPA and all grades C-minus or higher.
Jasmin Veerapen, of Stoughton, was recently inducted into the Assumption College Honors Program.


Please note that the visa section of the German Embassy in Kabul will be closed on April 20 and 28 and May 8, 2014.
Please note that the German Embassy in Kabul can only accept your visa application if the main destination of your journey is the Federal Republic of Germany.
If your destination is another Schengen country, you must apply for your visa at the Embassy of this country.
The processing time for a Schengen visa takes at least ten days, in case of a long-term visa considerably longer. Visa applicants are informed when they may contact the Embassy again to receive the decision.
Please note that your name must be identical in your passport, Tazkira and in the translation of the Tazkira.
Forms and Leaflets
These are the Embassy's leaflets concerning the different categories of visas issued at the Embassy in Kabul and the application form in PDF-format.
Please note that application forms for Schengen Visas are also available at the visa section - free of charge. Persons outside the visa section offering their services for the visa procedure neither work for nor work with the consent of the visa section. In case these persons do promise any favour regarding the issuance of a visa, please report to the visa officer at the counter.
Visa applicants are kindly requested to verify the entries on their visa sticker immediately after receipt. In particular, the validity period (first date of entry and last day of validity) of the visa should be verified and checked against the duration of your intended stay. Furthermore, you should check that your name is spelt correctly. Any discrepancies should be communicated to the visa section.