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Founders' Idea of Democracy Gets an Update
Score one for the living Constitution. No, not gay marriage, which the framers couldn’t have imagined as a fundamental constitutional right, yet became one last week. Monday's winner is the referendum, which the framers would’ve hated but has been part of our government for more than a century.
The case, Arizona State Legislature v. Arizona Independent Districting Commission, involved an obscure provision of the Constitution that was actually extremely important to those who drafted it during the long, hot summer of 1787. Article 1, Section 4 of the Constitution says that “The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by Law make or alter such Regulations.” The idea was that state legislatures, not Congress, would decide how congressional districts would be allocated within states. Congress retained the supervisory power to intervene just in case states failed to name representatives at all.
This provision of the Constitution is, needless to say, highly consequential. It gives state legislatures the power to create gerrymanders. Indeed, they exercised that power immediately. Patrick Henry had gone toe to toe with James Madison in the Virginia state ratifying convention, ultimately losing his battle to block ratification. But Henry was then the governor of Virginia and controlled the state legislature. He gerrymandered a congressional district to try to block Madison’s election to Congress -- forcing Madison to run against his close friend James Monroe, who had opposed ratification. The first congressional election contested by the father of the Constitution was thus subject to a partisan gerrymander under Article 1, Section 4.
Gerrymanders remain an ugly business -- and in 2000, voters in Arizona adopted an initiative to take the redistricting power away from the state legislature and give it to a nonpartisan, independent redistricting commission. The Arizona State Constitution allows for referendum-based initiatives that circumvent the ordinary state legislative process. And you can see why: Left to its own devices, legislatures might not want to give up the tremendous power to redistrict.
You see the catch coming, right? The Constitution says explicitly that the manner for elections shall be set “in each state by the legislature thereof.” An independent redistricting commission isn’t the legislature -- indeed, that’s the whole reason it exists. Arizona’s move contradicted the explicit text of the Constitution.
Enter the idea of constitutional evolution. The framers wouldn’t have cared very much for the idea of the direct referendum, in which the people circumvent their elected representatives. Indeed, Madison, in the run-up to the Philadelphia convention, thought that state legislatures were themselves too democratic, providing insufficient protection for the rights of property holders. He wanted government taken further away from the people, with more authority being transferred to the federal government, whose representatives would be superior to those selected at the state level.
Madison and his colleagues shared an ideal of republicanism -- which meant government by elected representatives, not government directly by the people. They would’ve considered government by referendum to be an example of radical democracy.
This isn’t mere speculation. In Federalist No. 55, Madison wrote that “in all very numerous assemblies, of whatever character composed, passion never fails to wrest the sceptre from reason. Had every Athenian citizen been a Socrates, every Athenian assembly would still have been a mob.”
But our modern conception of democracy differs markedly from Madison’s. In particular, the Progressive era saw a deepening distrust of legislatures, which could be corrupted by concentrated capital far more extensive than anything Madison imagined. The popular initiative, or referendum, is a classic Progressive tool -- and it’s become an important part of American democracy in many states.
If the Constitution is alive, it follows that it should be interpreted to allow changed conceptions of democracy to be applied to redistricting. If, to the contrary, the Constitution is frozen at the moment of its ratification, and should be read literally, then only the state legislature, not an independent commission, should be able to redistrict.
Writing for a five-justice majority, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg acknowledged that the framers were unfamiliar with the referendum, and she acknowledged that redistricting is classically a legislative task. But she went on to say that the Constitution is flexible enough to be interpreted to allow the change.
True, Ginsburg went perhaps a little far when she said that “the invention of the initiative was in full harmony with the Constitution’s conception of the people as the font of governmental power.” It’s certainly true that Madison and his colleagues believed sovereign power emanated from the people. But republicanism, strictly speaking, was conceived as a form of government that moderated the people’s power by passing it through the filter of representation.
Nevertheless, Ginsburg’s decision was probably correct. The truth is we shouldn’t be asking whether the redistricting commission is consistent with Madison’s conception of democracy. We should be asking whether it’s consistent with ours. That’s the point of the living Constitution.
Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. put it best almost 100 years ago. The framers “called into life a being the development of which could not have been foreseen completely by the most gifted of its begetters. It was enough for them to realize or to hope that they had created an organism; it has taken a century and has cost their successors much sweat and blood to prove that they created a nation.”
The organism is alive. It now encompasses gay rights, and it encompasses a referendum to establish an independent redistricting commission. The sweat and blood isn’t just that of the Civil War soldiers whom Holmes had in mind -- it’s ours, too.
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text: Latest News Eyefinity and Modernizing Medicine Partner to Launch ‘Eyefinity EHR’ By Staff Friday, June 28, 2013 12:27 AM RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.—A new technology partnership that integrates Eyefinity’s practice management portfolio with Modernizing Medicine, Inc.’s Electronic Medical Assistant cloud-based electronic health record (EHR) solution will launch Eyefinity EHR later this year. Built by optometrists and other medical professionals, this next-generation cloud-based technology will provide eyecare practitioners with electronic health record software that features an adaptive learning engine and intuitive user interface, the company said. Eyefinity EHR’s cloud-based documenting will provide access to information across multiple locations, anywhere there is an internet connection, will eliminate the need for on-site server hardware and will include built-in data backup. Other features include native iPad technology, enhanced communication that includes intra-office e-mail and built-in call and task buttons for ordering tests, and adaptive learning that adjusts to diagnosis style and eliminates the need for templates. The new technology combines Eyefinity’s practice management and EHR solution experience with Modernizing Medicine’s expertise providing EHR technology to more than 900 physician practices across the country in specialty markets that include ophthalmology, dermatology, orthopedics, plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery. Eyefinity, a division of VSP Global is a leading software provider for meaningful use federal stimulus payments, and Modernizing Medicine was listed as number 47 on Forbes annual ranking of America’s Most Promising Companies this year. “Eyefinity is bringing the newest EHR technology to eyecare professionals and physicians, built specifically with the optometry practice in mind,” said Steve Baker, president of Eyefinity. “Our exclusive partnership with MMI enables us to bring a medical-based EHR system to the optometry sector and integrate it with the robust Eyefinity Practice Management solution, with the intent of giving doctors the ability to deliver an unparalleled patient experience and increase practice revenue.” “We are excited to partner with a leading company like Eyefinity in taking EHR technology to the next level,” said Daniel Cane, president and CEO of MMI. “Eyefinity EHR, powered by EMA, is built to maximize a practice’s efficiency in providing patients with quality care and is exclusively available from Eyefinity for the optometry market.” Information, including videos, about Eyefinity EHR is available at the launch website, where potential users can register to learn more.

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Noe Valley Chamber Music presents KITKA in a special Women's Day program of traditional and contemporary vocal music that explores the depth and breadth of female experience.
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NVCM has been presenting superb chamber music in San Francisco since 1992.

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Salaried taxpayers may get special attention in Budget 2020-21 as the Finance Ministry is looking into a proposal that would double the limit of tax free contribution into National Pension Scheme (NPS) from the present Rs 50,000 to Rs 1 lakh per annum.
The changes have been suggested by pension sector regulator, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority, to attract public savings into pension plans that would form the backbone of post retirement social security for millions of Indians.
At present, an individual can save up to Rs 1.5 lakh per annum under Section 80 C of the Income Tax Act by making investments insurance plans and few other specified instruments including buying a pension plan run under the NPS.
An additional self contribution (up to Rs 50,000) under section 80CCD (1B) is available as NPS tax benefit. This is set to be doubled to Rs 1 lakh there by increasing the overall tax savings amount to Rs 2.5 lakh per annum.
Sources said that the Finance Ministry is actively looking at the suggestions to help mobilise larger pension related savings and could announce these as part of budget proposals for 2020-21.
In addition to reinvigorating investment in NPS by doubling the tax benefit under the scheme, sources said that Budget may also propose bringing all pension related products being offered by insurance firms under the ambit of PFRDA.


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Dominic Toretto and his crew battle the most skilled assassin and high-performance driver they’ve ever encountered: his forsaken brother.
Cypher enlists the help of Jakob, Dom’s younger brother to take revenge on Dom and his team.
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Give Me Back My Bones! by Kim Norman; illustrated by Bob Kolar. 2019. Digitally created. Published by Candlewick Press.
Brief summary: A skeleton at the bottom of the ocean slowly finds and puts himself back together again with the help of the the sea creatures
Comments: The internal rhyming and rhythm of this book are funny with silly wordplay young readers will find delightful to repeat. I would share this read-aloud book when starting the skeleton system in primary school.
The front end pages have the skeleton disassembled with the bones labeled, while the back end pages are of a pirate skeleton assembled with the bones labeled. Two paged layouts throughout.
Hum and Swish by Matt Myers; illustrated by Matt Myers. 2019. Acrylic and oil paint. Published by Neal Porter Books.
Brief summary: Jamie explores the beach randomly picking up things to make something in the sand but is unsure what that will be yet. The young girl is asked by several people what she is making but repeatedly answers, ” I don’t know”. Jamie hums as she creates. A painter with an easel sets up near her. They both create and coincide with one another throughout the day. They share their finished art projects with one another.
Comments: I like this quiet book of creating art. This would be a great book for an art teacher to share with the class before a lesson.


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SparkPeople is a remarkable resource for people trying to get rid of. When you sign up (registration is required), you can select to either stick to a weight loss program or go with set goal in their mind. The site will calculate your BMI based against your height and weight and ask you set a target weight along is not date you to help achieve it by means of. You’re then asked about your diet plan preferences, conditions, personal goals, and should you wish to share how well you’re progressing with other individuals on the resource site. After that’s finished, you will pick a team that matches your profile to help motivate you.
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Have you ever heard of a little movie called “Frozen”? Elsa dresses are everywhere! Very creative people have been using several different Oliver + S patterns to create ice princess dresses for the special girls in their lives. Enjoy this collection of Elsa dresses.
Nicole Bomeli turned the Field Trip Raglan T-shirt into a long sleeve dress. She used white and light blue cotton jersey for the top and the skirt overlay is iridescent tissue taffeta. A layer of dark blue cotton jersey is under the iridescent taffeta to keep it soft next to the body.
KirstyLilian made a cap sleeve version of the Garden Party Dress using sequin knit fabric.
Another Garden Party Dress, this time sewn up by welcomebacktotter. She used a cotton/linen blend for the lining and covered that with a sheer silver/blue curtain that she found at Ikea. She cut all of the pattern pieces out in both fabrics and sewed them together before starting to assemble the dress. She hand stitched sequins onto the two bands in the front. The final touch is a sheer and sparkly cape that she sewed on the back, which is a little bit longer than the hemline.
A collection of fairy tale dresses would not be complete without a Fairy Tale Dress. Lizvancura used a pale blue raw silk for the main of the dress, overlain with organza for the sleeves and overskirt, and a very shiny and sparkly overlay for the bodice. A few snowflake buttons were used for attaching the removable train in the back. She used snowflake patterned organza for the train and a white lawn cotton to cut out a dozen different snowflakes, which were appliqued onto the under skirt.
Beautiful aren’t they? I wonder what other Oliver + S patterns could be used to make Elsa dresses.
We’d love it if you’d add any photos of your Elsa dresses using Oliver + S patterns to the Flickr group. It’s fun to see what you make.

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Erin Michos is a cardiologist and associate professor of medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with a joint appointment in epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
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The study examined 2,700 adults to determine how these supplements affect our cardiovascular system. Dr. Erin Michos — associate director of preventive cardiology at Johns Hopkins’ University’s Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease — launched the study. The research examined data over a 10-year span from patients in the age of 45 to 85 who were asked about their daily diet and supplements. “But our study adds to the body of evidence that excess calcium in the form of supplements may harm the heart and vascular system,” she said in a news release.


Revelations is the fifth album by the Polishdeath metal band Vader. It was released in 2002 by Metal Blade Records. The release was preceded by the single "Angel of Death", which was released on April 10, 2002. The album was nominated for a Fryderyk Award in the category 'Heavy Metal Album of the Year (Album roku - heavy metal)'. The working title of the album was Epitaph.
Revelations was recorded between February and March 2002 at Red Studio in Gdańsk, Poland, and was produced by Piotr Wiwczarek. The album was mastered by Bartłomiej Kuźniak at Studio 333 in Częstochowa, Poland. It features guest appearances from Polish metal musicians Nergal of Behemoth, who provides vocals on the track "Whisper", and Ureck of Lux Occulta, who plays keyboards on the tracks "Torch of War" and "Revelation of Black Moses".
A music video was shot for the song "Epitaph".
Production and performance credits are adapted from the album liner notes.
Angel of Death
Angel of Death is the fourth single by the Polishdeath metal band Vader. It was released only in Poland on April 10, 2002 by Empire Records. The release features two songs "When Darkness Calls", Thin Lizzy cover "Angel of Death", studio report, and multimedia presentation with 44 photos.
The first season of the Canadian science fiction–fantasy television series Sanctuary premiered on the Sci Fi Channel in the United States on October3,2008, and concluded on ITV4 in the United Kingdom on January5,2009, after 13 episodes. It follows the actions of a secret organization known as the Sanctuary, who track down a series of creatures known as abnormals, and then bring them to the Sanctuary for refuge.
The main story arc of the season involves the Sanctuary working against the Cabal, an organization who seek to control all abnormals for their own gain. Amanda Tapping, Robin Dunne, Emilie Ullerup, and Christopher Heyerdahl are billed in the opening credits as the main cast.
Initially an eight-part web series, Sanctuary was successful enough for Sci Fi to commission a television series. Series creator and head writer Damian Kindler hired Sam Egan, and the two wrote all the episodes and composed the season-long storyline. Many episodes had been written throughout the 2007 Christmas season before the season was green-lit. Principal photography started in May2008. It was the first instance in North American television where RED cameras were used. Most of the season was filmed using green screen in a warehouse in Burnaby, British Columbia, though there are instances throughout that were filmed on location, including the Riverview Hospital in Coquitlam and the North Shore Mountains outside Vancouver. Anthem Visual Effects produced the season's visual effects. The virtual sets meant that they produced around 400 visual effects per episode. Other forms of special effects, including prosthetics, were used to present the abnormals. The first season was budgeted at an estimated $21million.
Revelations is the third studio album by American country music artist Wynonna Judd, released in 1996 on MCA Records in association with Curb Records. It was her first album since Tell Me Why three years previous. The album's lead-off single, "To Be Loved by You", was her fourth and final #1 on the BillboardHot Country Songs charts. The second single, "Heaven Help My Heart", peaked at #14 on the same chart, while "My Angel Is Here" and "Somebody to Love You" both missed the top 40, becoming the first two singles of her career to do so. The album itself peaked at #2 on the Top Country Albums charts and #9 on The Billboard 200, and was certified platinum by the RIAA.
Garrett began her career in Bruno Sassi's South Florida based Coastal Championship Wrestling on November 27, 2009 event, where she defeated Kimberly to win the CCW Ladies Championship in her debut match. Garrett faced Betsy Ruth, Isis The Amazon and Jessika Haze in a Fatal Four-way match on December 12, where she successfully retain the CCW Ladies Championship. Garrett faced Jessika Haze for the Ladies title on February 13 and May 15, where she emerged victorious both times. On April 3, Garrett teamed up with Nooie Lee to defeat Lucky O’Shea and Maxwell Chicago. On May 8, Garrett and Nooie Lee defeated Becky Bayless and Mister Saint Laurent. On June 12, Garrett teamed up with Sean Waltman to defeat Bayless and Saint Laurent.
Santana is the debut studio album by Latin rock band Santana released in 1969. Over half of the album's length is composed of instrumental music, recorded by what was originally a purely free-form jam band. At the suggestion of manager Bill Graham, the band took to writing more conventional songs for more impact, but managed to retain the essence of improvisation in the music.
The album was destined to be a major release, given a headstart by the band's seminal performance at the Woodstock Festival earlier that August. Although "Jingo" failed to chart (only reaching #56), "Evil Ways", the second single taken from the album, was a U.S. Top 10 hit. The album peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 pop album chart and #26 on the UK Albums Chart. It has been mixed and released in both stereo and quadraphonic.
Allmusic awards the album 4 and a half stars, by stating "Carlos Santana was originally in his own wing of the Latin Rock hall of fame, neither playing Afro-Cuban with rock guitar, as did Malo, nor flavouring mainstream rock with percussion, as did Chicago."


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I recently acquired the original 1984 TEMPLE OF DOOM lunchbox in outstanding condition, and yes, it belongs in a museum. I’ll spare you the details on what it took to track this gem down. The whispered rumors and legends that sent me to boobytrapped locations around the world, chasing clue after clue. But here it is, after long last – fortune and glory, my friends, fortune and glory.
It’s a welcome addition to my lunchbox collection.
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Formidabel is available in the ranges “First“, “Pro” and “Eco“, which are all suitably adapted to suit care and economic requirements. Styles and design can be independently customised using features from across all the ranges either uniformly and/or individually as per your wish.

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VERISOL®P* (porcine raw material) is made up of pure, natural collagen peptides that have been specifically developed and scientifically proven to provide the highest possible efficacy in human skin, with results showing as soon as after 4 weeks(14,16)
Collagen peptides work by stimulating our skin’s metabolism from within. Consumers who ingest VERISOL®P, can experience noticeably smoother skin (14,15) with a reduction in the depth of their eye wrinkles(16) and improved skin elasticity(14).
Other positive effects of VERISOL®P include improvements in skin surface structure, a reduction in cellulite(15) and faster nail growth with consumers saying that their fingernails were chipping less(17)
When taken regularly, VERISOL®P collagen peptides can visibly reduce the depth of eye wrinkles( 16 )and improve skin elasticity(14 ), as skin starts to gain tone and firmness. This effect cannot be achieved with any topical skin care product because they can only reach the outer layers of the skin(18) – even the effects of the most expensive face creams are short-lived.
There are 3 prominent types of Collagen: I, II and III1. Collagen I and III are the main collagen types located in the skin1. Collagen II is mainly the basis of cartilage2, which makes joints easier to move. Verisol®P has been derived from peptides obtained from type I and III.
Ay additional information required on Verisol® P can be found on the dedicated Verisol® P website: https://www.verisolp.info/
Why Collagen Skin Booster?
What is the difference and benefits of hydrolyzed collagen vs gelatin or normal collagen?
The difference between hydrolyzed collagen (collagen peptides or gelatin) and non-hydrolyzed (native) collagen is their molecular size, which determines further effectiveness. In this case, the smaller molecules, the better and the smallest ones are collagen peptides. After the whole digestion process, they are small enough to go through intestinal wall, reach bloodstream and finally skin to stimulate production of procollagen type 1.
Herbalife has used its 40 years experience with nutrients to develop this innovative skin care product. Collagen Skin Booster not only contains collagen peptides with proven science, it is also high in 9 vitamins and minerals that support healthy skin, hair and nails.
14. Proksch E, Segger D, Degwert J, Schunck M, Zague V, Oesser S. Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Skin pharmacology and physiology. 2014;27(1):47-55
15. Schunck M, Zague V, Oesser S, Proksch E. Dietary Supplementation with Specific Collagen Peptides Has a Body Mass Index-Dependent Beneficial Effect on Cellulite Morphology. Journal of medicinal food. 2015;18(12):1340-8
16. Proksch E, Schunck M, Zague V, Segger D, Degwert J, Oesser S. Oral intake of specific bioactive collagen peptides reduces skin wrinkles and increases dermal matrix synthesis. Skin pharmacology and physiology. 2014;27(3):113-9
17. Hexsel D et al. Oral supplementation with specific bioactive collagen peptides improves nail growth and reduces symptoms of brittle nails. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2017 Dec;16(4):520-526.
18. Aldag C, Nogueira Teixeira D, Leventhal PS. Skin rejuvenation using cosmetic products containing growth factors, cytokines, and matrikines: a review of the literature. Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology. 2016;9:411-9.
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Verisol® Bioactive Collagen Peptides are made by Gelita AG, a 141-year-old German company. VeriSol®P is a mixture of collagen peptides produced by enzymatic hydrolysis of type I and type III collagen made from porcine. The specific peptides within VERISOL® Collagen have been shown to: Stimulate skin metabolism, improve skin elasticity, improve skin firmness and smoothness.
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Collagen peptides work by stimulating our skin’s metabolism from within. The specific peptides of VERISOL® Collagen have particular regenerative benefits for the skin. These Collagen peptides work within the dermal layer of the skin to stimulate Collagen production, and replace Collagen which may have been lost through ageing or environmental factors.
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When it comes to skin, nail and hair health, VERISOL® Collagen is one of the most researched forms on the market. The studies have shown improvements in skin elasticity, wrinkle reduction, a decreases in cellulite and healthier nails and hair:
Higher skin elasticity – In a study of 69 women aged 35 to 55 years, VERISOL® Collagen peptides led to up to 15% higher skin elasticity when compared to a placebo.
Wrinkle reduction – After taking VERISOL® Collagen peptides for 4 weeks, 100 women reported a significant decrease in wrinkles, as well as increasing the Collagen content in the skin by 60%.
Decrease in cellulite – In a study of 105 women who took a daily dose of 2.5g of VERISOL® Collagen peptides for 6 months, the appearance of cellulite was significantly reduced — with first results visible after 3 months.
Healthier nails and hair -After taking VERISOL® Collagen peptides for 6 months, participants in a recent study reported a 42% decrease in cracked and/or chipped nails, as well as improved nail length and growth.

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Venus V-Shwas Natural FFP3 Flat Fold Face White Leaf Large is made from natural cool cotton Fabric inside mask & Herbal Neem extracts "Aushada Tara" embedded in the Fabric, a fine filter, and a skin comfort layer. Sub-micron particles, tiny dust, non-oil based mist, and biological agents are all protected by the Anti-Pollution mask. No sharp edges, adjustable incorporated nose clip, more durable when used several times. Its long-lasting textile braided elastic fitting that does not deform under hot temperatures. It contains an adjustable aluminum integrated nose clip with high tensile strength for a better fit and durability. Filtering design is a universal flat fold type with face coverage and lightweight construction, making it compatible with helmets and easy to store when not in use.
VENUS V-Shwas Natural FFP3 ISI Certified Developed jointly with DRDO, Unisex mask with Natural Cool Cotton Fabric inside mask & Herbal Neem extracts "Aushada Tara" embedded in the Fabric. Disposable FFP3 masks Protection filtrate 99%. Made of multiple-layer, Cool Cotton, non-woven fiber with soft and breathable fabric while providing the most effective protection. Anti-Pollution mask provides protection against 0.3 sub-micron particles, fine dust, non-oil based mist & biological agents. Nose foam prevents eyewear fogging, refreshing antimicrobial neem costing, advanced filter media gives high breathability & filtration. Superior technology composite of multiple layers pre-filter, Fine filter, skin comfort layer neem nano-particles for herbal benefit to give freshness while wearing the mask. Elastic Welded filter area to avoid leakage. Textile braided elastic fitting for Long life & does not deform in high temperature. Has a high tensile strength adjustable aluminum embedded nose clip for better fit & make it durable. Unique adjustable beads to adjust the fit of the mask on face. High technology filter media with micro fine fibers & electrostatic charge that can protect against solids & liquid aerosol particles. Fit Type: Ear Loop with adjuster, Easy to store. Universal flat fold style filtering design with large face coverage & lightweight construction, which make it compatible to use with helmet & easy to store while not in use. Dotted pattern edges for a soft feel when worn & skin friendly. Care Instructions: WHEN TO REPLACE - Remember to change your mask if you observe any of the following : - Dust accumulation on mask & difficulty in breathe - Foul smell from mask after multiple use - Damage of mask & elastics.


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Anyone can become a Carer. Carers come from all walks of life, all cultures and can be of any age. It is estimated that there are around 24,000 family Carers in Milton Keynes and around 1,000 young Carers. Every day another six thousand people nationally take on a caring role. Many family Carers do not recognise themselves as a Carer; they are just looking after their son, daughter, father or wife and doing what anyone else would do in the same situation.
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The firm said pre-tax profit for the full year was £2.2m, compared to a loss of £300,000 last year and turnover was up 25.9% from £18.4m in 2010 to £23.1m.
WH Ireland said it had made a number of significant new hires to strengthen the team across both its private wealth management and corporate broking divisions, with individuals coming over from Collins-Stewart, Investec and Altium among others.
Rupert Lowe, chairman of the company, said: "We have improved our position relative to many of our competitors and attracted many new and able members of staff to join our existing team.
"The new Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) legislation introduced in the 2011 budget by Osborne plays to the strengths of a broker such as WH Ireland with both private and corporate clients. With this in mind we have set up a fund to allow our private clients to benefit from the tax breaks available when we invest their money in fast growing and exciting AIM-listed businesses."
Funds under nominee control for the private clients division were up at £1.4bn, with an expected increase of 25% through the acquisition of the client list from Pritchard Stockbrokers.
The board at WH Ireland also said it remained confident of the "validity" of building up the wealth management activity of the firm ahead of the likely impact of RDR on small independents.


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THE EXCITING Ajool just keeps on improving for Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum’s Al Adiyaat Stables and after his victory in the Grade 2 Bustillo Stakes, over 1600m at San Isidoro, the son of Archipenko has now won five consecutive races. n this occasion he beat a Grade One winner with an international rating of 114, El Consorte, suggesting Ajool has even more to offer as he remains on the upgrade. In what was a thrilling tussle, the pair locked in battle throughout the final 400m in what was one of the most exciting finishes witnessed at San Isidoro all season. A winner on dirt and turf, over 1400m and 1600m, the chances are he will clash with El Consorte again, an eagerly anticipated rematch indeed.
Ajool is homebred with both his parents raced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Maktoum and finishing their racing careers with Mike de Kock. Globetrotting Archipenko retired having won six times, twice at Nad Al Sheba but most importantly landing the Group 1 QE II Cup at Sha Tin in Hong Kong, as well as winning the Group 2 Summer Mile at Ascot. Ajool’s dam, Emotif, a daughter of Giant’s Causeway and foaled in Argentina, won once in South Africa before contesting the 2013 Dubai World Cup Carnival without excelling in four starts. She was then sent to England, covered by Archipenko, before returning to her homeland and foaling Ajool. Such is his ability and scope, it is certainly not impossible that he will be campaigned abroad at some time in the future, most likely in the US.


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The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) hosted the 4th Intellectual Property Mediation Conference in Alicante, Spain, on October 19 and 20, 2023. Under the theme “A business case for business,” this international conference provided a platform for in-depth discussions and insights into the field of Intellectual Property (IP) mediation. This article recaps key highlights from the conference and underscores the significance of mediation as a strategic tool for shaping the future of IP.
Day 1 of the conference explored diverse facets of IP mediation, focusing on legal frameworks, cultural diversity, mandatory mediation models, lawyers’ roles, advocacy skills, settlement agreement design, and economic aspects. Discussions emphasized the need for adaptability, cultural understanding, and strategic thinking to unlock the full potential of IP mediation.
- The conference began with impactful speeches emphasizing the significance of IP mediation, outlining the imminent launch of the EUIPO Mediation Center.
- Leaders stressed the need for businesses to assess intangible assets effectively, fostering a culture of mediation and enhancing negotiation skills.
Do Businesses Have What’s Needed?
- Discussions explored the legal framework, institutional support, and practical utility of IP mediation. The session delved into the use of mediation in IP, concluding that mediation is most valuable in contexts such as long-lasting relationships, expert/technical cases, cross-border matters, licensing, family name trademarks cases, mergers and acquisitions, solvency cases, and pharmaceutical cases.
- Challenges included outdated laws, judges’ ‘possessiveness’ of their cases, and the need to know how to establish trust in mediation.
- The session advocated making mediation mandatory in specific contexts e.g., pharmaceutical licensing and standard essential patents. It also addressed the financial interests of lawyers.
How Can Europe Be a Global IP ADR Hub?
- Europe’s potential as a global ADR hub was explored, emphasizing its cultural diversity, historical experiences, and legal infrastructure and institutions.
- Challenges included ensuring enforcement of settlement agreements internationally (by EU’s adoption of the Singapore treaty).
- Proposed solutions included calls for more cooperation and clarifying relationships between institutions.
Mediation and ADR Policy Developments in the EU & Beyond: Is Mediation Fit for Business Purposes?
- Discussions focused on the balance between court and out-of-court resolutions, addressing psychological biases, and different mandatory mediation models.
- Examples from Belgium, Italy, and Portugal highlighted the importance of selecting appropriate mandatory models and focusing on party autonomy.
- Debunking myths about mandatory mediation prolonging processes, the session emphasized efficiency and effectiveness in some of the models.
The Lawyer as a Problem Solver (“or as the problem”)
- Lawyers’ roles in mediation were explored, emphasizing their responsibilities in understanding parties’ interests, facilitating communication, and focusing on underlying needs.
- Effective communication skills, cultural understanding, and prioritizing parties’ needs were key takeaways.
- The session underscored the importance of a well-informed background assessment for suitable dispute selection.
Essential Mediation Advocacy Skills for Lawyers
- Building trust, understanding alternatives, and coaching clients were highlighted as crucial skills for lawyers in mediation advocacy.
- The session emphasized the mediator advocate’s role in guiding clients and employing creativity in problem-solving.
- Cultural differences in mediation advocacy approaches were discussed, emphasizing the importance of tailoring strategies.
Don’t Get Stuck on the Settlement Agreement
- Effective settlement agreement drafting, involvement of parties, and inclusion of essential elements were emphasized.
- The session highlighted the role of institutions in selecting skilled mediators and ensuring practicality in agreements.
- Use of co-mediators and standing dispute resolution boards (e.g., with processes such as mediation) were discussed as effective approaches for complex IP transactions such as Joint Ventures and joint R & Ds.
Closing the Gap – ADR Balance Sheet
- Direct and indirect benefits of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) generally were discussed, emphasizing economic savings, resource allocation, and opportunity costs.
- Challenges in economic evaluation, jurisdictional considerations, and mediator compensation were highlighted.
- The session underscored the vital role of institutions in educating stakeholders, supporting SMEs, and conducting research.
Day 2 of the conference shed light on the multifaceted nature of mediation. Whether emphasizing the human aspect, discussing ethical considerations, exploring cultural dimensions, embracing AI, or optimizing remote mediation, these takeaways serve as valuable resources for both seasoned mediators and those looking to enhance their skills in the field.
Opening statement: Mediation as an Art and Science:
- Mediation is not just about processes; it’s deeply influenced by the mediator’s personal qualities and demeanor.
- Trust, sensitivity, and attention to detail are crucial elements that underpin successful mediation.
- There is no one-size-fits-all model for a perfect mediator; uniqueness and self-awareness are vital.
Ethics in Mediation
- Addressing ethical dilemmas in mediation is essential. Cases discussed and anecdotes shared highlighted the importance of impartiality and transparency.
- Maintaining the integrity of the mediation process, even in challenging situations, is crucial.
Cultural Considerations in Mediation
- Cultural diversity plays a significant role in mediation, not only in international disputes but even in domestic settings. It was emphasized that professions also have their cultures.
- The session emphasized the importance of cultural intelligence and techniques for bridging cultural gaps.
AI and ADR:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing and holds the potential to revolutionize mediation practices.
- Mediators using AI tools may gain a competitive edge by enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
- Challenges, including data privacy and bias, must be addressed for the ethical application of AI in dispute resolution.
- The limitations of AI include its inability to replicate empathy and trust in the mediation process.
- Remote mediation is particularly effective for high volume-low complexity cases but can also handle more complex cases with the right approach.
All in all, the conference showed that mediation stands as a powerful tool with immense potential for shaping the future of intellectual property. As the IP landscape continues to expand and evolve, the conference highlighted mediation’s value in providing flexible, efficient, and tailored solutions to complex IP disputes. Its human-centric approach, ethical foundations, and adaptability to technological advancements ensure that mediation will play an increasingly pivotal role in the IP landscape. Whether bridging cultural gaps, harnessing the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence, or simplifying remote dispute resolution, the insights shared during the conference offer a promising path forward for stakeholders seeking effective and sustainable resolutions in the ever-changing world of IP.

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Cosmic XOdus Part II is launching December 12th at 12pm PST. This collection consists of 8 lacquers in various finishes. Surely something for everyone!
For every one of these swatches I have also included an underwater shot to show off the shift better. So if you are wondering why my skin tone is a bit “off” you know why. So let’s dive in…pun intended 😉
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The Shanghai Synchrotron Radiation Facility (SSRF), an advanced intermediate-energy third-generation light source in China, was completed with seven phase-I beamlines opening to users in May 2009. Among these beamlines, there are two dedicated crystallography beamlines, one for macromolecular crystallography and one for crystallography in materials science, condensed matter physics and other relevant fields. The macromolecular crystallography beamline BL17U1, based on an in-vacuum undulator, has achieved very high brightness at the sample position with its flux of 4.1 × 1012 photons/s at 12 keV and focused beam size of FWHM (H × V) 67 × 23 μm2 in a small beam divergence over an energy range of 5-18 keV. Nowadays, there are about 200 user groups at this beamline with more than 330 structures solved each year. In the past, lots of significant results have been obtained at this beamline, such as the structural determination of important membrane proteins and proteins of viruses. In addition, three new macromolecular crystallography beamlines of different features have just been constructed and will soon open to users. To meet the rapidly growing user demands and the important scientific challenges, a few more dedicated crystallography beamlines have been proposed in the Phase-II Beamlines Project.
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Media stories about City Office REIT (NYSE:CIO) have trended somewhat positive recently, Accern Sentiment reports. The research firm scores the sentiment of press coverage by analyzing more than 20 million blog and news sources in real time. Accern ranks coverage of companies on a scale of -1 to 1, with scores closest to one being the most favorable. City Office REIT earned a coverage optimism score of 0.19 on Accern’s scale. Accern also gave news stories about the real estate investment trust an impact score of 45.8985097541642 out of 100, meaning that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company’s share price in the near future.
Here are some of the media headlines that may have impacted Accern Sentiment Analysis’s rankings:
- City Office REIT, Inc. breached its 50 day moving average in a Bullish Manner : CIO-US : November 8, 2017 (finance.yahoo.com)
- City Office REIT, Inc. (CIO) Downgraded by Zacks Investment Research to Sell (americanbankingnews.com)
- Analyzing City Office REIT (CIO) and NorthStar Realty Europe Corp. (NRE) (americanbankingnews.com)
- City Office REIT: A View From The Perspective Of A Preferred Investor: Update (seekingalpha.com)
CIO has been the topic of several recent research reports. B. Riley reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $14.50 price objective on shares of City Office REIT in a report on Tuesday, November 7th. FBR & Co reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of City Office REIT in a report on Friday, October 6th. ValuEngine raised shares of City Office REIT from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, September 6th. Zacks Investment Research raised shares of City Office REIT from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $14.00 price objective on the stock in a report on Tuesday, July 25th. Finally, BidaskClub raised shares of City Office REIT from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Tuesday, August 1st. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, two have given a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating to the stock. The company has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $14.50.
Shares of City Office REIT (NYSE:CIO) traded up $0.01 on Tuesday, hitting $12.88. The stock had a trading volume of 68,100 shares, compared to its average volume of 152,657. City Office REIT has a 12-month low of $11.43 and a 12-month high of $13.93. The company has a market capitalization of $389.17, a PE ratio of 14.46, a PEG ratio of 1.50 and a beta of 0.22. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.80, a quick ratio of 3.94 and a current ratio of 3.94.
The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, October 25th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, October 11th were given a dividend of $0.235 per share. This represents a $0.94 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 7.30%. The ex-dividend date was Tuesday, October 10th. City Office REIT’s dividend payout ratio is presently -552.94%.
In related news, CEO James Thomas Farrar purchased 6,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 29th. The shares were purchased at an average cost of $12.52 per share, for a total transaction of $75,120.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer now directly owns 184,789 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,313,558.28. The acquisition was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this link. Corporate insiders own 3.20% of the company’s stock.
About City Office REIT
City Office REIT, Inc is a real estate investment trust. The Company is focused on acquiring, owning and operating office properties located primarily in metropolitan areas in the Southern and Western United States. It conducts its operations primarily through City Office REIT Operating Partnership, L.P.
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Using Prosthetics and Orthotics to Overcome Limitations in Body Part Impaired Individuals
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Because so many people are looking for a new way to improve the quality of their lives, there are now a number of different companies that specialize in prosthetics and orthotics services. These companies often have an excellent reputation and will often provide patients with the highest quality of orthosis products available. In order to find a reputable company that offers quality prosthetics and orthotics services, patients should do a comprehensive search on the Internet. There are a number of reputable companies that offer a variety of technologically advanced prosthetics and orthotics products. Using the Internet to research prosthetics and orthotics services will allow an individual to find a company that offers a quality product at an affordable price.
The use of prosthetics and orthotics has improved tremendously in recent years. These products are designed to help an individual overcome the physical limitations of their body in order to achieve independence. Many individuals who suffer from one of a number of medical conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis or spinal cord injuries, find it extremely difficult to function on their own. By using a prosthetic limb, they are able to regain the ability to move their body and gain a sense of independence. Read more at https://www.encyclopedia.com/sports/sports-fitness-recreation-and-leisure-magazines/orthotics.


It was found that the superexec operator was available in the internal dictionary in ghostscript before 9.27. A specially crafted PostScript file could use this flaw in order to, for example, have access to the file system outside of the constrains imposed by -dSAFER.
CWE-862 - Missing Authorization
The missing authorization vulnerability occurs when a software program allows users to access privileged parts of the program without verifying the user credentials. Impact of such a vulnerability depends on the resources employed by the software, ranging from account takeover to sensitive information exposure, denial of service, and complete system takeover.


Calling her “the eternally great Etta James,” Beyoncé is paying special tribute to the quintessential R&B diva, who died on Friday, January 20th morning at 73 from complications of leukemia.
“This is a huge loss. Etta James was one of the greatest vocalists of our time,” Beyoncé, who played James in the movie Cadillac Records, posted in a message on her website. “I am so fortunate to have met such a queen. Her musical contributions will last a lifetime.”
Speaking of her role in the 2008 film, the new mom adds, “Playing Etta James taught me so much about myself, and singing her music inspired me to be a stronger artist. When she effortlessly opened her mouth, you could hear her pain and triumph. Her deeply emotional way of delivering a song told her story with no filter.”
Beyoncé says, “She was fearless, and had guts. She will be missed.”


One internal investigation is complete, another still on-going at the Western Regional Jail inCabellCounty.
Joe DeLong, executive director of the Regional Jail Authority, updated a Legislative committee on Monday where the investigations into the two separate incidents involving 15 corrections officers stand.
Both incidents, which were reported in October, involved use of force. DeLong says the first internal investigation is over.
“We have concluded our internal investigation on one of those and we’ve taken, what I believe to be is, appropriate disciplinary action against six correctional officers and one correctional officer resigned,” explained DeLong.
As for the second investigation, DeLong says 8 corrections officers remain on administrative leave pending the outcome. But both incidents remain under separate criminal investigations by the West Virginia State Police.
DeLong says one of the things the internal investigations have brought to light is the lack of leadership among the corrections officers at the Western Regional Jail.
“It doesn’t matter how good we are at the top and it doesn’t matter how good we are at the training center at the academy for our new cadets, if we fail in the middle, then we’ll fail at all levels. So much of the jail is dependent on that,” says DeLong.
Currently the lieutenant, corporal and sergeant at the jail work day shift.
“What we found at the Western Regional Jail, in particular, is the majority of our challenges exist on the evening shift, a time when your top brass is typically not in the facility.”
DeLong says all across the regional jail system, they’re having trouble hiring those mid-level leaders because they’re only paid $1,000 extra but end up with a lot more responsibility. No one is applying for those jobs.
The regional jail chief says that’s something they’re now looking at closely.
“We’re determining what we need to do and how we need to do a better job in terms of making sure that we have the appropriate monitoring direction and appropriate leadership and appropriate training in the facility for the people who work in the hours that are not the typical 8am to 5pm administrative hours,” says DeLong.
Currently the regional jail system is short 194 full-time corrections officers. Those hours are being made up through mandatory and volunteer overtime.


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Bowling Green Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking and Firearms Offenses
PADUCAH, Ky. – United States Attorney Russell M. Coleman today announced the addition of Raymond Dykie McGee as a Special Assistant United States Attorney in the U.S. Attorney’s Paducah Branch Office, another example of the U.S. Department of Justice’s commitment to the Purchase and Pennyrile Regions.
“We are blessed as an office and federal law enforcement community to continue our longstanding relationship with the McCracken Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office by adding Mr. McGee to our ranks,” said U.S. Attorney Russell Coleman. “I am committed to serving all 53 counties of our district, from Oldham County to our River Counties and his talent and experience is welcomed.”
Mr. McGee joins three full-time Assistant United States Attorneys and a legal assistant in the Paducah branch office, making it the most heavily-staffed since it was established in 2001. The addition of Mr. McGee will continue to strengthen working relationships with state prosecutors and local law enforcement agencies in the region while he continues to prosecute felony cases in state court as First Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the 2nd Judicial Circuit (McCracken County).
The allocation of prosecutorial resources in the Paducah Branch Office is closely-tied to robust activity by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) and an increased federal law enforcement presence which includes the recent announcement by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) of the first ever opening of an office in Paducah.
McGee joins Assistant United States Attorney Seth Hancock, Branch Chief of the Paducah Office and Assistant United States Attorneys Madison Sewell and Leigh Ann Dycus in prosecuting federal cases in United States District Courts located in Paducah, Owensboro, and Bowling Green.


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Minecraft: Builders & Biomes Farmer's Market Expansion
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN EXPANSION*
The first expansion to your favorite blocky board game is here! Say “Hrmm!” to Minecraft Builders & Biomes: Farmer’s Market! This agrarian addition lets you grow crops, use them to trade with villagers, and secure unique items with powerful abilities to create the winning biome! This pack includes a new marketplace board, 16 building tiles, 18 item tiles, four farmland structures, 32 vegetable tokens, six farm-themed skins, and more.

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Weekly Round-Up is my wrap-up of last week's activities and includes what I'm reading this week, reviews I've posted, books in the mail and anything else of interest plus From the Library, my weekly listing of what I've checked out from the library.
This week I'm reading Beautiful Days by Anna Godbersen and listening to Dark Triumph by Robin LaFevers, read by Angela Goethals. With my son I'm reading Nick and Tesla's Robot Army Ramage by Bob Pflugfelder and Steve Hockensmith.
Last week I reviewed Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell and Grave Mercy by Robin LaFevers.
Dark Triumph by Robin LaFevers, read by Angela Goethals
Sybella arrives at the convent’s doorstep half mad with grief and despair. Those that serve Death are only too happy to offer her refuge—but at a price. The convent views Sybella, naturally skilled in the arts of both death and seduction, as one of their most dangerous weapons. But those assassin's skills are little comfort when the convent returns her to a life that nearly drove her mad. And while Sybella is a weapon of justice wrought by the god of Death himself, He must give her a reason to live. When she discovers an unexpected ally imprisoned in the dungeons, will a daughter of Death find something other than vengeance to live for?


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Technologies for Open Learning in Collaborative Communities
Innovative technologies and learning strategies for open learning provide ample opportunities for virtual learning communities to create knowledge collaboratively. The collective creation of knowledge has gone on since humans have been able to communicate. However, due to the widespread uses of new technologies, people have greater access to information, interaction and reconstruction than ever before. Nowadays, open universities, online libraries, open access journals, e-print archives and instructional repositories are part of a larger movement to create a public online space providing open high-quality content – in different formats such as text, image, sound or video. Knowledge can be created, reconstructed and stored in public areas on the web. Participants of online communities can select, map and share relevant network of information from these public spaces. The dissemination of knowledge through technologies of information and communication can promote understanding of the world in different perspectives. This paper aims to discuss about collective building of knowledge in collaborative communities through new technologies for open learning. Open access can benefit academic researchers, authors, teachers and students by increasing the democratic circulation of knowledge. This notion of openness is not strict to academic or scientific institutions, but comprises all learning communities: communities of practice and knowledge-creating communities. Open learning is considered a new way to promote wider participation through open source software and open educational resources.
Keywords: Open Learning, Collaborative Communities, Innovative Technologies
Dr. Alexandra Okada
Research Fellow, Knowledge Media Institute, The Open University


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Rollerama Blue Heart of Glass Necklace
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18 Inch Chain
Blue Heart of Glass necklace by Rollerama.
Inspired by the 1980's, disco music and punk rock (because we love both!) our Rollerama blue heart necklace is made from slices of brightly coloured mirror and glitter acrylic.
Blue heart necklace measures 3cm across and 2.5cm from top to bottom and hangs from a silver plated trace chain in a choice of 2 sizes; choose the 18" fine chain if you prefer your necklace to sit on your chest or 24" medium chain if you like it to hang a bit lower.
Our Blue Heart of Glass necklace is also available in a larger size and there are matching earrings too!
Designed and made by Emma in our Bath studio.


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If you want to know what is an ENT specialist, know what treatment they can perform. Why should you consider them when you decide to get plastic surgery? One reason is that ENT specialists are not only focused on specific parts of your face. If you have multiple concerns regarding your facial feature, ENT specialists are the ideal surgeons you can visit, like an experienced plastic surgeon in Miranda, NSW.
We are again faced by the advent of yet another serious viral infection called novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV). Like all the other viral infections that affected several countries as a pandemic crisis, infection control and exposure guidelines are strictly implemented by all health professionals to make sure that prevention and management of this treacherous disease can be achieved. But how do health professionals help in this crusade to positively end the spread of viral infection?
When we check out online plastic surgery websites, one of the first things we look for is the plastic surgeon reviews. We have been led to believe that online reviews, feedbacks, and testimonials of previous clients would help us know if the cosmetic surgery clinic is the right fit for us. But are plastic surgery reviews really reliable? Or is it the About Us page that is more realistic as a reference?
Health promotion initiatives and programs focus on the maintenance of people’s health and safety. Health education is one of the most effective ways to enable health promotion to reach people from all walks of life. Let us find out how a health educator influences people to better care for themselves and instill the importance of health promotion in their communities. To know about dental health concerns, you can visit the dentists from IDC in Winston Hills, NSW.
Before anyone can get out and practice healthcare, he/she should be certified. Among the requirements is healthcare compliance certification. To get this certification, one needs to apply and schedule an exam. Success in the certification exam will then lead to the registration.
The healthcare system can be wide and confusing hence the need for specialization. Medical professionals require a frequent update of knowledge and appropriately certified professional in healthcare quality.


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Stopping Financial Damage and Loss
Any harm done to your organisation by anyone, outside or inside often leads to significant costs which could have been avoided.
In 2021, the total cost of fraud (i.e.: cheating, stealing, deception, overcharging, undercharging our customers, bribery, entanglement with dirty money, theft, and embezzlement) was estimated by The Centre for Counter Fraud Studies (University of Portsmouth) to be at over 6% of World GDP. To combat this, we all need to recognize the symptoms of financial damage and loss early so as to prevent losses and avoid expensive investigations
Your Organization and Fraud
Fraud affects every organization. We believe proactively preventing fraud and the loss of money/assets is the best solution. B4 educates employees to recognise, remove, and resolve financial losses committed against their own organisation before it hurts, re-establishing workforce confidence, transforming the business, and improving profits. B4 tools are already being used by a number of organisations to nip fraud in the bud, saving millions of dollars.


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Sometimes, even in this hyper-connected age of instant communication and networked everything, the world outside my little bubble passes me by. It happened again over the last few weeks.
Busy rising to the daily challenges of the working parent, I somehow managed to miss the speculation, commentary and excitement on the “An Bord Snip Nua” report and the recommended public spending cuts it contained.
It might have something to do with the ludicrous name. No matter the gravity of the Special Advisory Group’s proposals, calling an advisory body on spending cuts “Bord Snip” makes it very hard to take it seriously.
But there’s no doubt the cuts the group advocate are deadly serious. One of the recommendations that’s causing particular consternation among parents is the proposal to universally cut child benefit. The An Bord Snip report says: “Further savings of €513m should be achieved by effecting a 20% reduction in the Child Benefit payments.”
Thousands of over-stretched parents around the country are railing against a universal cutback that, if applied verbatim, will see the monthly child benefit payment fall by €30 for first two children and €67 for subsequent children. Such cuts will, by their very nature, bite deeper for children in families most in need of support. A voluntary lobby group called the “Protest Against a Child Unfriendly Budget” (PACUB) has already collected more than 9,000 signatures in an online petition at www.childbenefit.info, and amassed a following of more than 2,900 members on the social media website Facebook. It urges parents everywhere to get involved, sign the petition, write to their TD and generally make their voices heard against what they see as draconian cuts to an essential supplement to family income.
“Parent’s belts have been tightened so much over the past few months in coping with the recession – they are about to snap! Before targeting our children – cutting resources from the vulnerable – every available effort should be made to find an alternative,” said a spokesperson for the group. “Our members are willing and ready to take direct action to preserve child benefit at current levels for all children living in Ireland.”
According to PACUB the Government has consistently made families the number one target for tax increases and levies. Now they accuse it of targeting children to pay for “toxic debts run up by the banks and developers”. While much of the rhetoric is sensationalised, it is true that singling out child benefit for the single biggest cut in the Social Welfare budget smacks of picking on the softest target to maximise return. Everybody, parents included, realises the Government needs to make tough decisions as it tries to refloat a scuppered economy… but chipping away at child benefit isn’t really facing up to tough decisions, is it? It seems more like following the weasel path of least resistance. As it did in the “supplementary budget”, the Government seems to be rounding on those least likely to oppose it — our children — rather than locking horns with sectors more ready, willing and able to fight their corner. It’s acting like a playground bully, when what struggling families need is a champion.
For families in Ireland — even middle-income families with two full-time earners — child benefit can be a crucial lifeline. After paying the mortgage, astronomical (and unsupported) childcare costs and the monthly household bills there’s often precious little left in the coffers to cover the essentials children need to thrive and grow. The Government may be struggling to make ends meet — but so are families up and down the country. We’re all being hit hard by the recession; instead of targeting families, our Government should be helping parents to sheild our children from the brunt of it. But don’t hold your breath!


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What is foreign exchange?
People have identified money as one universally accepted medium to buy and sell good. However all countries have their unique currency. Different countries have different currencies. People would need to check for the value of the currency as per the foreign exchange.Foreign exchange is also called as FX.It is the conversion of the currency of one country into other counties currency at a specific FX exchange rate. The value of a currency would be decided as per the demand of the currency. People all over the world will have access to know the fx rates and the value of each country’s currency.One of the main reason why people would need to exchange the currency is when they travel from one place to other.Since the currency of the country which they hold would not be accepted in the currency which they plan to visit people will need to exchange their home countries to the currency of the place where they would be visiting.Since the currency value would differ from one country to other country travellers will have to ensure that they check out for the FX conversion rate and exchange the money accordingly. Currenxie is one of the service providers who assist people to exchange money and who provide other countries currencies. Apart from travel people may also need money of other country for business purpose. If business men have a global business then they will need to do money transactions with the currencies of other countries.They will need to exchange the money accordingly to the country which they are doing their business.
Even if they receive money from their clients who are from other countries they can exchange the money easily and convert it into the currency of their choice.Most of the time it is the b2b cross border payments which majorly have a challenge.Since there are two different countries currencies which are involved there would be many formalities and also it would depend on the FX rate of that respective country. Sometimes the currencies may not be available at the market FX price. The dealers may quote a larger amount of money since it would be a global deal. Hence we should look out for official and reliable service providers who can assist us in getting the best deal and at the best price. In business one of the most important thing is time.If there is delay in the transactions it may lead to loss of money. Hence the service providers who assist in exchange of currencies should have prompt services. They should also provide good service at a reasonable price.
FX rates would differ from one country to another. People may require currencies of other countries for different reasons. Mostly it will be for travelling or for business purpose that people would like to exchange money and have the currency of other country.

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Permanent Exhibition C'est le vent qui fait la musique
It is the wind, that brings wind instruments to sound.
The instrument itself is just the shell, that envelops the sound. It had many forms since primitive times: a snail became a horn, a hollow bone a flute, a tube a trumpet.
The exhibition presents, how wind instruments and their music developed: from Turkish bands around 1800 to the orchestral instruments of the 19th century and the invention of the saxophone around 1840.
Special Exhibition THE ALPHORN
! EXTENDED UNTIL END OF SEPTEMBER 2019 !
Wind instruments made out of animal horns or wood are played by shepherds in order to lure or calm their animals. The long Alphorn became a popular Instrument In Switzerland during the 20th century.
We are grateful for support of this special exhibition:
Gesellschaft zu Mittellöwen
Zunftgesellschaft zu Schmieden
Marc Stucki, MSMS Management Law Project AG, Muri
The Friends of the Playing Collection


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The amazing Figure 8 Pools in the Royal National Park are one of the best known rock shelf formations in Australia.
The Figure Eight Rock Pools are located on a rock shelf right on the oceanfront. Access is via a VERY DIFFICULT 6.1 kilometre bush track that should only be attempted by those with above average fitness. You will need to be prepared for at least a 2 hour bush walk EACH WAY.
There is no fresh water supply available nor are there any toilet facilities so you must BE PREPARED.
You will need to take bottled water and snacks like fruit, nuts and protein bars. Also, remember to slip, slop, slap.
IMPORTANT NOTE !!!!!
The Figure 8 Pools can ONLY be accessed at LOW TIDE as they are underwater and not visible at any other time. If you are panning the trek please click HERE to check the local tidal information from the Australian Bureau of Meteorology. Also avoid visiting during rough seas as many visitors have been injured by large waves which crash over the rock shelf sweeping all before them across the rocks.


Gambling has always had the reputation of being a man’s sport. Movies always showed men playing poker or the roulette in casinos. You see these men enjoying, laughing, and having fun at the baccarat and roulette tables. You’d always see them bet large sums of money away.
Gambling continues to be a male-dominated past time, but the gap that exists between male and female gamblers is closing. Nowadays, more and more women are dipping their toes into the world of gambling, specifically online gambling. What could be the reason for this?
According to a study done by the U.K. Gambling Commission, there is less than 10% difference between men who gamble versus women who gamble. The study also reveals that around 53% of men admitted to have gambled in some form in 2016. The same study also reveals that 44% of women reported they had gambled. According to the gambling commission, much of the growth in gambling among women were attributed to online gambling.
Online gambling has been an emerging industry as early as the mid-1990s. People enjoyed it because it allowed them to play casino games in the comfort of their own homes. They could play poker or baccarat in their living rooms—they didn’t need to travel far! This convenient aspect of online gambling was a boon for women. A lot of women didn’t like going out alone, and so online gambling gave them a chance to simply stay home and play. Gambling online also gave the anonymity and they could even play as a man if they wanted to.
According to a study, women were more likely to gamble online because they didn’t feel judged, which commonly happens to women who play in casinos. The study also revealed that some women liked the fact that they could access the online casino whenever and wherever they wanted. If a woman wanted to stay at home, drink a glass of wine and play poker, she could do that. The flexibility of online gambling was a huge plus.
According to research, there has been a movement changing the way women gamble online. For example, in the 1990s, women loved and enjoyed playing online bingo. There were a couple of reasons as to why the game was popular. First, was due to an online community with chat rooms. This allowed women to play bingo and talk about their lives at the same time. Bingo platforms also found a way to make the games more entertaining than ever before.
In the last few years, however, women have found joy in other online casino games as well. Women nowadays play poker, slots, baccarat, blackjack, and roulette. Researchers have noticed very little difference between men and women when it comes to the kind of games they play. In fact, the number of men and women who play slots and blackjack are is almost equal.
There are a couple of other reasons why women enjoy online gambling. First, women love the bonuses and promotions the casinos offer, and second, they love playing casino games on their phones. There are many kinds of no-deposit and value-added bonuses that women can use to stretch their money. Basically, women love the idea of having more money to play with. They also like the free cash and free spins player bonuses online casinos offer.
Women enjoy playing casino games on their mobile devices and phones. Because smartphones and mobile devices are portable, women can play anytime and anywhere. In fact, research has found that women are playing casino games from their phones at an increasing rate. Experts say 25% of women gamble on their phones all the time, and this number is expected to increase over time.
Gambling for women represents a lucrative and booming business that online casinos should take advantage of while they can.