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The dates on the calendar commemorate hard times, times of destruction, pain and suffering. Recalling the events of our collective history can lead to loss of hope and depression. What other nation in the world has suffered so much? Nevertheless, every Jew is charged with a mission – to await the coming of the Moshiach, to invest in the belief of his upcoming arrival and the approaching messianic era. We are told stories of great rabbis who always had their Shabbos coat hanging on a hook near the door, in preparation for the coming of the Moshiach, or righteous women who made themselves drums with which to greet his arrival. What is the extent of the obligation to believe and wait – is it reserved for the holy and righteous alone? How is awaiting Moshach’s arrival applied practically? This week we will offer our readers a mirror allowing them a closer look – how much do we really want Moshiach?
Tzipisa LiYeshuah – Did You Await Salvation?
On these days of mourning the destruction of both the First and Second Temples, we are charged with the obligation to fortify within ourselves the flip side of the coin – awaiting the Redemption and the coming of Moshiach. What kind of obligation is it and what are its practical applications? Where is the obligation deduced from?
The Gemara (Maseches Shabbos 31a) describes a scene that takes place posthumously:
Rava said: After departing from this world, when a person is brought to judgment for the life he lived in this world, they say to him…: “Did you conduct business faithfully? Did you designate times for Torah study? Did you engage in procreation? Did you await salvation? Did you engage in the dialectics of wisdom or derive one matter from another?” And, nevertheless, beyond all these, if the fear of the Lord is his treasure, yes, he is worthy, and if not, no, none of these accomplishments have any value.
After the soul departs from the body, it reaches the heavenly tribunal for judgment. There, all its deeds are assessed and six questions are posed. Three are related to study of Torah, and three — to other areas of Jewish life: honesty in business, family life, and awaiting the Moshiach. The Gemara concludes that if one can answer the questions with the affirmative and is G-d fearing he will be welcomed to Gan Eden, and if not… well, not.
Learning this Gemara teaches the essentialist nature of awaiting the Moshiach. Why is this question so fundamental? For thousands of years we have served G-d, learned Torah and kept the mitzvos. After death, those who served Him merited Gan Eden. Why is the universal ideal of “The wolf will live with the lamb” so basic in Judaism that lack of hope for it denies entrance to Gan Eden?
Not Awaiting Moshiach
The Rambam (Hilchos Melochim chapter 11:1) denounces one who does not await the Moshiach:
Anyone who does not believe in him or does not await his coming, denies not only the statements of the other prophets, but those of the Torah and Moshe Rabbenu. The Torah testified to his coming (Devarim 30:3-5( “G-d will bring back your captivity and have mercy upon you. He will again gather you from among the nations… Even if your Diaspora is at the ends of the heavens, G-d will gather you up from there… and bring you to the land….”
A Jew who does not await Moshiach’s arrival is regarded a heretic, a Kofer in the Torah and Moshe rabbenu.
The Rambam compiled what he refers to as the Shlosh Asar Ikkarim, the Thirteen Fundamental Principles of the Jewish faith, as derived from the Torah. These are the fundamental truths of our religion and its very foundations. One of them is (Rambam, introduction to Perek Chelek): The belief in the arrival of the Moshiach and the messianic era, and the resurrection of the dead.
Belief in the Coming of Moshiach – and Awaiting Salvation
The chiddushim attributed to the Ran (Shabbos 31a) quotes the Ba’alei Hatosefos regarding the 6 aforementioned questions. When one is brought to judgment after his death, he is not asked about his awaiting the cosmic deliverance of Geula. One who doesn’t await it is simply a heretic, and heretics are not the topic of the Gemara’s report. The Gemara here refers to actively awaiting the Geula as an imminent reality.
Along the same lines, the Brisker Rav (Sa’arei Toah, Kovetz 5 p.166) reads in the Rambam’s words two obligations – believing that the Moshiach will come, and awaiting his imminent arrival: “Anyone who does not believe in him or does not await his coming…”. Thus, in addition to believing in the coming of Moshiach there is the obligation to await his arrival, at any time, and the Rambam designates one who fails to do so as a heretic.
Many await and pray for the arrival of the Moshiach, but at the same time behave like the peasant woman in Poland who wants the Moshiach to come so the world will be “fixed”, but once it reaches that point, he should go on to Jerusalem without her, leaving her in Poland with the “fixed” world and the chickens and ducks.
People are, at times, quite comfortable in their exile – the economy is good, the house is spacious and career successful. The children are doing well in school and life is, in general, good. Why would such a person await such an upheaval as the arrival of the Moshiach? Yes, the world needs Moshiach, but practically speaking… maybe not really.
Most people prefer the present, uncomfortable as it may be, to the unknown future, no matter how promising it seems. These feelings are normal and natural and without intensive internal work, impossible to let go of and plant instead a throbbing, yearning hope for redemption. This is the subject of the question one is asked upon arriving for judgement – did you actively engage in correcting your world-view and your hopes for the future? You planned how to marry your children, invested your nest egg for your retirement years. How did you plan for the coming of Moshiach? Was his arrival even on your charts or does “Bayom hahu yihiye Hashem echad U’Shemo echod” remain in your siddur leaving nary a dent in your psyche?
The sources obligating us to await the coming of Moshiach are many. The Rambam (Hilchos Melachim chapter 11) quotes sources from the Torah as well as the Nevi’im: “G-d will bring back your captivity and have mercy upon you. He will again gather you from among the nations… Even if your Diaspora is at the ends of the heavens, G-d will gather you up from there… and bring you to the land…” (Devarim 30:3-5). And in Bamidbar (24:17-18): “I see it, but not now” – This refers to David; “I perceive it, but not in the near future;” – This refers to the Messianic king; “A star shall go forth from Yaakov” – This refers to David;”‘and a staff shall arise in Yisroel” – This refers to the Messianic king; “crushing all of Moav’s princes” – This refers to David as Shmuel (II 8:2) relates: “He smote Moav and measured them with a line;” “Decimating all of Shet’s descendants” – This refers to the Messianic king about whom Zechariah (9:10) prophesies: “He will rule from sea to sea”.”Edom will be demolished” – This refers to David as Shmuel (II8:6) states “Edom became the servants of David”. “Seir will be destroyed” – this refers to the Messianic king as Ovadiah (1:21) prophesies: “Saviors will ascend Mount Zion to judge the mountain of Eisav….’
Similarly, regarding the cities of refuge, we find in Devarim19:8-9: “When G-d will expand your borders… you must add three more cities.” This command was never fulfilled. No command is given in vain. In the future, there will be a total of nine cities of refuge – an addition of three above those separated by Moshe and Yehoshua. Obviously, since this never occurred, it is referring to the times of the Moshaich when it will be fulfilled.
Hoping for Salvation
The above sources make it clear that the coming of the Moshiach is a truth. But and obligation? A mitzva? How is that learned? The Smak (Mitzva 1) asks this question and his answer is surprising. The first of the Ten Commandments, “I am the L‑rd your G‑d, Who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage” (Shemos 20:2) contains no commandment. All it seems to be offering is historic information or an introduction. What commandment is in this passuk?
According to the Smak’s understanding, this passuk contains the commandment to await salvation. “Just as I took you out of Egypt, the house of bondage, breaking all the natural rules and orders of the world to save you, so too, I can save you from every difficulty.” The Torah does not offer mere historic information without practical implication. There is no value in simple knowledge of the past if it has no relevance to the present. Rather, this passuk contains a precedent for the nation fortifying their belief in the future redemption
Rabbenu Peretz (Hagahos) clarifies this concept even further – being that this mitzva is one of the 613 mitzvos and the first commandment given at Har Sinai, it becomes one of the fundamental questions one is asked on his day of judgement – did you await salvation?
Torah and Navi Sources
Yaakov, at on his deathbed, blessed his sons prophetically. Between the blessings of Dan and Gad he exclaims, “For Your salvation, I hope, O Lord!” Tragum Yehonatan ben Uziel explains the seemingly strange interjection: “When Yaakov saw [prophetically] Gidon the son of Yoash and Shimshon the son of Manoach who would save the nation, he said – ‘I do not await the salvation of Gidon nor that of Shimshon. I foresee that their salvations will be passing. I await Your deliverance, Hashem, Whose salvation will endure forever’.”
The psukim in the Nevi’im and Tehilim all speak of hoping for G-d’s salvation and the Final Redemption.
Belief and Awaiting
The Rambam (Commentary to the Mishna) details the obligations of waiting and believing:
1) Believing that Moshiach will come and will not be delayed when the time comes, as we are told in Chabkuk (2:3) “For there shall be another vision for the appointed time; and He shall speak of the end, and it shall not fail; though it tarry, wait for it, for it shall surely come; it shall not delay.”
This mitzva also forbids setting a time for the Geula because we are told in the Gemara (Sanhedrin 97b) “Rabbi Shmuel bar Nacḥmani says in the name of Rabbi Yonatan: Those who calculate the end of days will be cursed, as they would say once the end of days that they calculated arrived and the Moshiach did not come, that he will no longer come at all. Rather, the proper behavior is to continue to wait for his coming, as it is stated: ‘Though it tarry, wait for it’.”.
The Mabit (Beis Elokim Sha’ar Hayesod) explains that when designating a time as opportune for the Geula one is essentially crossing off other times as non-applicable. Additionally, if the time passes and Moshiach does not appear, belief in the coming of the Moshiach will weaken. And one who believes, but hopes or thinks it will be somewhere in the future, does not truly believe…
2) Believing that in the messianic era we will be shown extraordinary love from Hashem and yearning towards Him, as seen from the words of all the prophets, from Moshe to Malachi.
3) Believing that the ultimate king will come from the house of David and only from the descendants of Shlomo. One who does not believe in the house of David proclaims his lack of belief in Hashem and His prophets.
The Rambam adds that one who has doubts in the matter or even just makes light of it, is considered to have denied the entire Torah.
The Thirteen Principles
The Rambam (Hilchos Teshuva, chapter 3:6) writes that one who denies the coming of the Moshiach or the Resurrection of the Dead has no portion in the World to Come and is lost and judged for his wickedness and sin, forever.
The Rambam counts this belief among the thirteen principles of faith and writes that one who believes in it is included in the Jewish nation and we are obligated to love him, show him mercy and all the mitzvos of bein adam lachaveiro are relevant to him. Even if he sinned due to failing to overcome his drives and desires, although he will be punished for them, he will nevertheless have a portion in the World to Come. Contrarily, one who doubts, even slightly, one of the principles, loses his place in the Jewish nation and is called a Min and Apikoros. He is to be hated, and of him it is said: “Did I not hate Your enemies, O Lord? With those who rise up against You, I quarrel, I hate them with utmost hatred; they have become my enemies” (Tehilim 139:21-22).
Nevertheless, Sefer Haikarim (Ma’amar 1) is of the opinion that one who does not believe in the coming of the Moshiach, despite being a dreadful sin, does not lose his status as Yisroel. But the Rambam’s opinion is accepted by most poskim.
Regardless of the differences in opinions, the belief in the coming of the Moshiach is a basic tenet in Judaism. The concept is expressed in the most basic Jewish proclamation of faith – “Shema Yisroel”. Rashi explains the continuation of the passuk “Hashem Elokeinu Hashem echad” – Hashem, who is our G-d now and not acknowledged as the G-d of the nations, will, in the future, be One. This passuk expresses our hope for the future display of G-d’s rulership over the entire world.
The Braita in Bave Basre (60b) states: “Anyone who mourns for the destruction of Jerusalem will merit and see its joy, as it is stated: ‘Rejoice with Jerusalem, and be glad with her, all that love her; rejoice for joy with her, all that mourn for her’ (Yeshayah 66:10).”
Seemingly retributive justice — he who mourns the lack will see the rebuilding; he who has made peace with the destruction of the beis hamikdash– won’t. But there is a deeper understanding of this. The Maharal (Netzach Yisroel chapter 29) explains that the world was created with the capacity to reach completion, shleimus, on every level. That is the purpose of creation – to give birth to the world’s potential of perfection. This will be realized only with the coming of the Moshiach, when the world will be perfected. One who wishes and yearns for this perfection with acute awareness of the present lack, connects himself spiritually to that future time and existence. As such, he not only has the physical abilities of reaching completion, he also has the connection – in his heart: he is part of the futuristic world. As such he will find himself meriting to see its joy.
Similarly, the Ramchal (Ma’amar Hakivuy) writes extensively on this topic, explaining what hope does in the kabalistic realm, adding that one who hopes for the Geula, even if he is not worthy of it because of his behavior, nevertheless the simple hoping makes him part of the Geula.
A person who hopes and yearns for salvation is part of that salvation, and one who is not interested in it, does not – because he has no part in that world. Therefore, it is clear now why one of the first questions asked in the heavenly tribunal is if one has connection to the world of salvation and redemption.
Hope for Salvation – Practically
The Midrash (Shocher Tov 17:4) writes: “All the thousands that fell in the Davidic wars fell only because they failed to demand the building of the Mikdash. And this is a fortiori — if those who didn’t have a Mikdash, and it was not destroyed in their times are punished for not asking for it, we – in whose days it was destroyed and fail to mourn it or ask for mercy for it –will escape judgement? Therefore, the early righteous people instituted praying three times a day: ‘Please O Merciful, in Your great mercy return Your Shechina to Tzion and the order of the Service to Yerushalayim’ and they instituted a separate blessing of ‘Builder of Yerushalayim’ as a separate blessing in the prayers and blessing after meals.”
This Midrash indicates that the practical expression of hoping for the redemption is prayer.
The Arizal (Sha’ar Hakavanos, drush 6) directs his readers that with reciting the words “Liyeshuascha kevenu kol hayom – I await your salvation all day” in the Shmone Esrei, one should bring to mind his hope and yearning for Hashem’s final redemption, so when he will be asked upon death “Did you await salvation?” his answer can be in the affirmative. This is written also in the siddur Ya’avetz.
(Interestingly, the last words that appear in the Nusach Sfarad siddur “Umetzapim lyeshua” are printed there due to a mistake. The Eshel Avraham and Piskei Teshuvos both write that those two words were added by printers in parenthesis, to remind the users of the siddurim that this was the place to remember their hope for redemption. After a while, the parenthesis was mistakenly dropped and the words became part of the actual prayer.)
Rav Yitzchok Zilberstein (Chishukei Chemed, Bechoros 50a) quotes his father-in-law, Rav Elyashiv zatal (whose yartzeit fell this week) who was once asked: Why does the Gemara teach that Yerushalayim requires caring through acts of commemoration as inferred from the pasuk ‘For I will restore health to you, and I will heal you of your wounds, said the Lord; because they have called you an outcast: She is Tzion, there is none who care for her’ (Yirmiyahu 30:17)? Don’t we all care for her? We pray every day, three times a day in the Shemone Esrei “Vel’Yerushalayim ircha berachamim tashuv” and “Uveni Yerushalayim” in bentching after meals?
Rav Elyashiv answered: “Halevai people would mean what they say.”
Walking the walk and talking the talk is not enough. Saying the words “Metzapim leyeshua” will not make them a reality without our seriously meaning what we say, and taking practical steps in that direction.
The Chofetz Chayim (Torah Or, chapter 12) writes that if we really mean what we say, we would be thinking of the practical implications of the Geula, spending time learning the halachos that pertain to that time, to be prepared. Then he ends: “And when Hashem Ysiborach will see that we are making every effort to restore the service of the House of Hashem (through learning of the halachos) He will surely speed up the Geula and build his House, and we will merit seeing the Kohanim in their service in our times, amen.”
The Chofez Chayim publicized a short work called “Tzipisa Leyeshua”, which is highly recommended reading for the coming week.
May we merit awaiting the geula and seeing it with our own eyes very soon.


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Apple Watch Part I: Try to Buy
I wanted to be rational about the Apple Watch.
Although Apple’s next big thing (and its first piece of wearable tech) won’t be available until April 24, the company launched online pre-orders last night, and madeÂ “try-on appointments” available today. I told myself I would see the Apple Watch in person before committing to buying one.
Try Before You Buy… Not!
While I was but one geek amongÂ millions waiting for Apple’sÂ online store to come back online, I resolved to goÂ straight for the appointment calendar rather than hitting theÂ “Buy Now” button.
When the floodgates opened at the very reasonable hour of 9 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (midnight in California, or 3 a.m. on the East Coast), I got in quickly via the Apple Store iOS app, which regularly gets a head start over the website. I nabbed the first reservation slot at the Apple Store at Ala Moana Center,Â and imagined myself going to the mall, grabbing some coffee, strolling into the store to fondle some smartwatches, then place my order.
Then my email confirmation arrived, with this Q&A tacked at the end:
Can I buy my favorite Apple Watch during my try-on appointment? Apple Watch is available exclusively online. Your Specialist will help you buy online and get free shipping.
It turns out thatÂ orders placed after try-on appointments were going to be put in the same virtualÂ line as online pre-orders. And a quick check of my Twitter stream showed that line was already getting longer. By 9:05 p.m., someone mentioned that the estimated delivery date for theÂ gray Apple Watch Sport had already slipped from April 24 to “4 to 6 weeks.”
I quickly jumped back into the app, and this time headed to the online store. After a distressingly small number of clicks, I had nabbed my planned-ahead watch-and-band combination: the 42mm silver Apple Watch Sport with green “fluoroelastomer” band.
My confirmation read, “Delivers: 4/24-5/8.” Not quite as reassuring as a hard date, but as people started reporting shipping dates in June (less than 15 minutes after pre-orders began), IÂ considered myself fortunate.
A Quiet Queue. Too Quiet.
On Tuesday, new head of Apple retail Angela Ahrendts declared, “The days of waiting in line and crossing fingers for a product are over for our customers.” I decided to take her at her word. Instead of rolling out of bed at 4 a.m. and arriving at the mall before dawn, my wife and I just drove into town as usual, and after dropping her off at work, I headed to Ala Moana Center.
The sun was up,Â cars were already filling the parking lot, and a part of me wondered if I’d made a terrible mistake. I imagined turning the corner and seeing a line snaking from the Apple Store all the way around the end of the mall, like I’d see at every Apple launch.
Instead, the only thing standing in front of the Apple Store were those trusty crowd-controlÂ stanchions, and a singing, dancing window washer.
As a perennial Apple Store launch attendee, it was very surreal. Where were the dozens of Apple fans who were crazier than me and showed up in the middle of the night? Where were the bleary eyes, the cups of coffee, the mix of gadgets and cables? Where were my people?
As I stood there, surely looking lonely and pathetic, a man walked by and said aloud to nobody but probably me, “Guess no one wants that watch, huh?”
My phone buzzed. My friend, fellow geek, and tech blogger Wayne Akiyama had, at that very moment, posted that the Apple Watch had sold out. It was a fun bit of breaking news, but this quiet morning, there was no one to share it with.
It was only some time later that someone else came by and lingered near the store. It was a man who said he’d bought the stainless steel Apple Watch for his son as a graduation present. I asked if he’d ordered one online, since they were now all out of stock. “I did,” he said. “But it’s not coming until July.”
After grabbing some coffee and doing some work at a nearby Starbucks, I returned to the store to find maybe a dozen people gathered outside. Inside the store, a massive number of employees were preparing for the launch. I had a try-on appointment, as did my friends Burt Lum and Greg Yamane, and so did a few others. But even people who just walked up by chance were able to get a slot on the schedule as well.
Of course, finding outÂ that nobody would be able to go home with an Apple Watch today dampened the spirits of a few of them.
Soon enough, there was the cheering, the clapping, the opening of the doors, and the triumphant entranceÂ of shakas and high fives. The first customers each followedÂ their Apple Watch guide to a table, and the “try-on appointment” began.
The Touch ofÂ a Salesperson
Apple has described the Apple Watch as its “most personal product,” and often refers to it as an “intimate”Â device. I thought this was the usual Apple hyperbole, but as soon as the demonstration began, I realized they were telling the truth.
As much as I love hanging out at the Apple Store, and as much as I like the Apple Store employees I see there, it was a completely different experience to have one of them touching me, holding my arm, strapping on the Apple Watch, showing me its features while it was on my wrist. I was instantly aware of the specific training the employees received in how to interact with customers well inside their zone of “personal space.”
There was a lot of asking permission, a lot of warm language and questions, andÂ a lot of cleaning. Wiping off fingerprints, wiping off any thing that touched skin, wiping the special mat on the special table that turned the normally sterile wooden tabletop into something a little more welcoming.
It was divingÂ into a whole new level of sales for retail employees who probably thought the most contact they’d have with customers is in taking their credit cards. I had to give them credit for stepping up, though I had to wonder howÂ wide a range of comfort level there was across the entire company.
Look and Touch, A Little
The other unexpectedÂ thing about the “try-on appointment” experience was how accessÂ to Apple Watch models was so carefully controlled. Media leaks had shown us the special glass-toppedÂ tables that would serve as the main displays for the Apple Watch, and since these displays would include all the different models, I wasn’t surprised to see a strong security presence around them.
But even when you’re pulled aside for a personal demonstration, Apple Watches aren’t just handedÂ around willy-nilly.
The main demonstration tool is a special box with ten slots for ten Apple Watches, each slot with its own charger (and the boxÂ itself featuring an internal battery). There are a number ofÂ combinations of watch models and wrist straps are in each box, but notÂ every combination (as there are 54 possible variations). It seemed like the greatest hits were included, but in my case there was no green band. It’s probably not going to be a best seller.
(By the way, I’m mystified to see that none of the Apple StoresÂ in Hawaii will carry the top-end Apple Watch Edition. I’ve seen Asian tourists walk in and drop five figures in cash on an armload of Apple gear.)
The watches in this box seemed to be merelyÂ demonstration models. And by that I mean, it didn’t lookÂ like they were fully functional production models of the Apple Watch. SomeÂ functionsÂ appeared to be available, but most of the time they were set up to run through a canned walk-through of differentÂ screens.
Only later did I realize that this made sense: a real Apple Watch needs to be paired with an iPhone, and they weren’t about to try to untangle that mess ten watches at a time.
There was, however, a second demonstration device. An Apple Watch affixed to a display that was most certainly an iPad. This wasn’t a real-life Apple Watch pairing either, though. Instead, the large display was linked to the Apple Watch to provide additional context and information for everything that was happening on the watch. When the Messages app wasÂ launched on the Apple Watch, the screen explained some of the things the app could do.Â My Apple guide could show me how to draw flowers on screen, but could only send it to a stock-photo contact.
It was clear that the “try-on appointment,” at least at this early date, was as much about the tangible qualities of the Apple Watch as it was the features. Even I found myself thinking more about how the different watches and bands looked and felt than what the watch could do.
Part of me wished I could really get some quality time with a real Apple Watch, and I have to think that will be available eventually. But from the early reviews of the Apple Watch, it seems like Apple is going to be working on the software right up until the very last minute.
Next: Apple Watch Impressions + Video
I’veÂ written more than 1,500 words that only cover the lead upÂ to my hands-on time with the Apple Watch. So I’ll save myÂ impressions of the device itself for a shorter post tomorrow. I’ll also shareÂ a video thatÂ I’ve put together recappingÂ my experience.
In the mean time, you can check out my fullÂ gallery of photos from this morning’s Apple Watch launch at the Apple Store at Ala Moana Center:


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In the final ten years, there are much more developments in 8n Ford Tractor Ignition Wiring Diagram 12V technological know-how than in almost every other area while in the 4WDing earth. A few of the products that are available cheaply as of late might have both cost a mint, or flat out didnt exist not way too long ago. Each input (batteries and charging devices) and output (lights, in-vehicle leisure, GPS) components have absolutely exploded in the previous few decades and in recent times youd be really hard pressed to locate a touring 4WD that doesnt have at least a number of 12V upgrades.
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Getting a 12V panel with a couple of distinctive retailers is a fantastic way to help keep issues neat and assist you to operate your cabling to one site. This one particular is about up around the headboard of a ute tray and will operate nearly almost everything from this one location.
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The availability of 12V add-ons is solely going nuts from the 4WD market at this moment so plenty of men and women fit up a next or even 3rd Adventure Kings AGM battery to help keep up with the demand for amps from their camp lighting, fridges, winches and leisure units.
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If you purchase a whole package with battery tray and all involved wiring then It is undoubtedly doable in your own home. If you do not know your way close to a soldering iron, go away it to the pros
Wiring a winch in just isnt overly hard, but if You will need to eliminate your entrance bar, hope to wrestle with it to the best part of per day. The time could be greater invested somewhere else while a workshop handles it
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Lots of 4WDers are turning to laptops and tablets to operate their GPS computer software. Dont just do these have much bigger screens than devoted GPS models, they also have a heap of other customisable options, and you may run a good amount of other packages via them, which include utilizing it to be a display for your personal reverse cameras, building them a much more flexible selection.
Maintaining a tally of how much demand your Journey Kings AGM Batteries have retains a heap of obvious strengths. These things are rather affordable and straightforward to wire in.
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Photo voltaic panels are great for functioning accessories Whilst youre at camp devoid of draining your vehicles batteries. Their capability to offer ability essentially will come down to the type of regulator they use, so devote just a little added on a person by having an MPPT (most electric power position tracking) regulator, as they perform considerably more proficiently.
DC-DC chargers much like the CTEK D250SA are a great way to oversee your twin-battery established-up as they are often plugged in to all DC electrical power sources for instance alternators and photo voltaic panels, plus they mechanically change the charging voltage in step with the batterys condition of charge.


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‘Dhoomam’, a thriller, will be released in 4 languages: Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu…reports Asian Lite News
Having set a distinct benchmark in the industry with mega-blockbusters ‘KGF’ and ‘Kantara’, the production house Hombale Films is getting ready with ‘Dhoomam’ starring Fahadh Faasil and national award winner Aparna Balamurali.
After the film was announced with a mahurat shot, the makers have now released the first look of Dhoomam.
Sharing the first look poster of Dhoomam, Homable Films shared the intriguing and captivating first look featuring the leads, Fahadh Faasil and Aparana Balamurali. They captioned it: “There is no smoke without fire, here is the first spark. Presenting #Dhoomam First LookA #DhoomamFirstLook.”
Made under the direction of Pawan Kumar, ‘Dhoomam’ marks the second announcement from Hombale Films into the Malayalam Film Industry, after the announcement of ‘Tyson’ earlier.
‘Dhoomam’, a thriller, will be released in 4 languages: Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu.
Apart from ‘Dhoomam’, Hombale Films is looking ahead with pan India films like ‘Salaar’, and ‘Yuva’.
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Jeff Simons began playing the drums at the age of ten. He studied under several teachers including Paul Delong, Marty Frankel, Jim Norman and Pete Magadini. In 1997, at 40 years old, Jeff entered the Jazz Performance program at McGill University. There, he studied drums with Chris McCann; he also studied classical and jazz harmony and jazz composition and arranging. He graduated in 2001.
Jeff has worked as a drummer since 1976, and has experience in most styles of music that use the drumset. He began playing in Top 40 bands in the 70's. In the 80's. He specialized in blues, and in this period he accompanied many great blues artists, including Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Big Mama Thornton, Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson, Sonny Terry, Nina Simone and Kenny Neal. His jazz experience includes work with many known Canadian artists, including Oliver Jones, Ranee Lee, Vic Vogel, Nelson Symonds, Charlie Biddle and Dave Turner. He has also worked with well known international artists, including Johnny O'neal, Nneneh Freelon, Lorraine Klaasen, Herb Ellis and Barney Kessel. Jeff has extended experience in stage show work, both on land and on ships He toured with “Ain't Misbehavin'” in the late 80's, and played several shows in Montreal, including “Little Shop Of Horrors”and “Guys And Dolls” for Centaur Theatre. He has done about two years on ships as a show band drummer on Holland America, Celebrity and Princess. Jeff has also worked two contracts on the condo ship, “The World”, in an earlier incarnation of this trio. Working with both jazz and funk bands, Jeff has completed several hotel contracts in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Jakarta.
Born in Bermuda, Jeff started singing at a very young age, beginning in church, and afterwards in many other contexts. He has sung in numerous choirs, sometimes professionally, and studied Opera technique with David Doane and Marie Laferriere for three years. Jeff has often sung on his jobs as a drummer. This began in the 70's, singing backup in pop bands, which led to occasional lead parts, until he was the main vocalist on many jobs, always while playing drums. In the last two years, he has done a series of concerts as featured vocalist with the Montreal Jazz Big Band, including a Ray Charles show, and some Latin shows, in Spanish. He has recently toured with the renowned french Canadian artist Ginette Reno, both as a drummer and a back vocalist.
Jeff's vocal repertoire is very large, and always growing. He performs hundreds of jazz standards, or show tunes, many blues, and some songs in French, Spanish and Portugese. Repertoire is a cornerstone of the Jeff Simons Trio, and is constantly being expanded and polished.
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Do you wish you could invest in something that doesn't lose its value when the stock market crashes? You're not alone. In today's turbulent economic world, more and more people are turning to precious metals to secure their assets.
Many companies have been built in recent years around the concept of gold IRAs. These are retirement assets that are secured using gold instead of other investments. These companies also typically sell precious metals to consumers outside of IRA accounts.
Precious metals companies often use affiliate programs to drive traffic. If you know a lot about the industry and want to direct your traffic to these areas, you can pair up with them as an affiliate. This allows you to earn a commission on anything a consumer buys through your website links.
We've compared some of the best gold affiliate programs in the industry. These are our top recommendations.
Top 4: Best Gold Affiliate Programs Review
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Goldco's affiliate program is by far the best we've found in the industry. That's no surprise, considering Goldco is top of the gold IRA industry in every other way as well. Affiliates are flocking to the company's lucrative benefits.
There are two ways to earn commissions through the company. The first is by generating qualified leads. For every lead that the company follows through your marketing links, you'll earn 100 dollars. In addition, you'll get a commission for every purchase made through your affiliate links.
The commission rate is published as being anywhere from 3 to 6 percent. Many affiliates have reported that they've received 6 percent commissions, a significantly higher rate than most of the competition.
What makes the commissions so lucrative is the size of a customer's order. Goldco's average sale is about $52,000 worth of precious metals. If you direct the customer to the company, you could make more than $3,000 with every sale.
Goldco's fantastic reputation and customer service also benefit you. The company staffs experts who can answer any questions and explain the value of precious metals investment. Since each customer is given individual attention and priority, it's common for customers to repeat their business.
If you attract a repeat customer, you'll keep making commissions on every additional purchase they make. Commissions last for a lifetime for every referral. You'll also earn bonuses if one of your referred customers purchases more than $100,000 of precious metals at a time.
The affiliate program is fully outfitted with multiple resources. You can use the mentor program to learn more about marketing, reach out to tech support if you have any issues, and join Facebook groups to connect with other affiliates.
In addition, you get access to premade marketing materials. These include promotional videos, banners, landing pages, customized phone numbers, and lead magnet programs. You can organize all of your information in the affiliate center.
Goldco exclusively does business in the United States. Most transactions come from the setup of precious metals IRA accounts. When consumers do purchase products outside of that, all transactions happen in the US as well.
The affiliate program is created and run in-house by Goldco's team of technical experts. The platform is frequently updated with new features and more streamlined interfaces. It's free to sign up.
To get the most out of your affiliation, you should know how to participate in affiliate programs. Past experience is helpful. The more you know about online marketing, the easier it will be to direct traffic from your website to Goldco's.
The one restriction on the program is that you cannot write negative reviews about Goldco's competitors. You can talk about the features and benefits that the company offers, but you cannot badmouth the competition by name.
Augusta Precious Metals is another company with a solid affiliate program. The business has been glowingly reviewed by customers and given excellent ratings from the BBB. The company employs knowledgeable staff members who can walk customers through every aspect of the gold buying process.
The overall goal of the company is to help people secure their retirement by investing in precious metals. According to IRS regulations, gold and silver at certain purity levels can be used as a legal retirement fund. The Augusta customer service team helps you with the paperwork and purchasing to do so.
In addition to setting up IRA accounts, the company gives customers access to secure storage options, retirement account delivery services, and advice from retirement specialists.
The company uses a personalized CRM software for program management. It only takes five steps to sign up. Affiliates may refer colleagues, family members, friends, community members, and whoever else you think could benefit from a gold IRA account. They also give you all the marketing materials you need.
The buying process for the company's products is very simple. You also make lifetime commissions of 3 percent when people have cookies from your website. There's no time limit after they click the link. You also don't have to pay any unexpected fees.
Commissions are earned when affiliates purchase products after using your referral link. You will also earn a commission if the person you refer mentions your name.
Birch Gold Group has recently launched a new affiliate program that pays competitive commission rates. The company's customer service is strong enough to convert leads into paying consumers. Once you send your interested audience there, the company will take things the rest of the way.
The affiliate program offers $25 payments for qualified leads. They also give you a commission percentage of investments made through your commission link. The current commission rates are anywhere from 2 to 5 percent.
Birch Gold Group stands apart from many other precious metals companies because it has a relatively low threshold of entry. A minimum purchase is just $10,000. For companies like Goldco, people are encouraged to buy at least $25,000 or $50,000 in assets.
Like the previous two options on the list, Birch gives affiliates lifetime commissions. When customers make multiple purchases from the company, you'll earn repeat commissions. Depending on the size of the purchase, you could make thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars in a single transaction.
Commissions are 3 percent for anything under $50,000, 4 percent for $50,000 to $250,000, and 5 percent for a transaction of more than $250,000.
The in-house affiliate program setup is being revamped with a more intuitive platform. Signup only takes a few minutes. You'll create an account, answer questions about yourself, and tell the company how you found the affiliate program.
Ultimately, this is a solid choice for anyone who wants to earn lifetime commissions on large precious metals purchases.
Regal Assets is a unique company in the precious metals industry. Though they have carved a space as a provider of gold IRA accounts, they've also helped customers invest in cryptocurrency for retirement. Cryptocurrency is a new and evolving form of investment that has a lot of risk, but also huge potential rewards.
The experts at the company can walk you through the process of setting up a self-directed IRA account. From there, you'll fill it with a mixture of precious metals and cryptocurrency. The experts can offer advice on what percentage of your funds to invest in each, based on your goals, security, and desires.
Regal Assets is extremely well-reviewed by customers and by trust watchdog agencies. The customer service and educational materials are both consistently praised.
You can join the affiliate program to earn commissions on Bitcoin and precious metals purchases.
The average purchase size for Regal Assets is anywhere from $20,000 to $80,000. You'll receive a 3 percent commission on these orders. This means that when a customer makes a purchase through your link, you could make thousands of dollars immediately.
You also get recurring commissions if the customer purchases more assets. Commissions last a lifetime. If you make it into the super affiliate part of the program, you will start earning $100 for every lead you generate.
This affiliate program uses ClickAgain as its platform. After you sign up, you'll get access to resources that let you launch marketing campaigns. People can join the affiliate program no matter where they live, though most of Regal Assets's business takes place in the US.
If you live in the US, you'll get monthly payouts through a paycheck or Paypal. If you're from another country, payments are sent through Payoneer.
One thing to keep in mind is that the company is selective with their partnerships. You might not be accepted into the affiliate team. Even if you are, you might have to work very hard before you can reach the higher-paying affiliate tier with lead bonuses.
Regardless of this, if you can get into the program, a single commission might be able to pay your entire rent for the month.
Precious metals are a competitive niche to make affiliate content for. But that's because of how huge the potential rewards are. If you successfully direct a customer to any one of these companies, your affiliate commission could be thousands of dollars.
The best affiliate program is Goldco's. Their 6 percent commission rate is higher than any other competitor, and they pay $100 for every lead right away. In addition, they'll offer bonuses for large purchases. You get to enjoy lifetime commissions for repeat customers as well.
It is easiest to earn with Goldco if you already have some background in online marketing. With that said, there's no fee to sign up, and the program accepts everybody. It's not a competitive field like with some other companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Are Gold Affiliate Programs?
Gold affiliate programs are affiliate programs launched by companies in the precious metals industry. They're a way for people to make money on the increased demand for precious metals without purchasing or investing themselves.
It helps to understand what an affiliate program is. Company affiliates will use their online presence to drive traffic to the company. If anyone who clicks on their customized referral link makes a purchase, the affiliate will earn a certain percentage of that purchase.
Some programs will pay bonuses if a customer makes a large purchase. It's also possible for programs to pay you a flat fee for every lead you generate for them.
If you sign up for a gold affiliate program, you'll be promoting the products and services of a precious metals company.
How Are Gold Affiliate Programs Structured?
When a company decides to participate in a gold affiliate program, they will need to decide how to set the system up. Some companies might choose to launch their own platform using their in-house team of tech support. Others might choose to hire a third party who can launch and manage the affiliate network.
Precious metals dealers should be aware that affiliate program management is a complicated business. If you don't have extra resources to spare, outsourcing the project is often more cost-effective.
Affiliate commissions work through tracking analytics. When a person clicks on a commission link, that information is saved as a cookie. If they return to the website with that cookie still in their cache, and then they make a purchase, then the affiliate will earn a commission.
Yes, even if they don't make a purchase on the first click!
Transaction tracking is a tricky business. If you've never done it before, it helps to bring a seasoned expert on board. Affiliates will talk to each other about their experience with the program. If they're unhappy with their commissions or feel they've been cheated, the company will lose its affiliates fast.
Brokers who do choose to launch their own programs can use certain software tools to help. These allow you to track your sales by monitoring the activity on your online store's page. You can also use these plugins to send automatic payment for commissions.
Nearly every precious metals dealer outsources their affiliate program instead. Building one from scratch just isn't worth the hassle. It's easier to connect to an already-established network. The network managers will charge fees, but it's less costly than doing everything yourself.
Who Can Sign Up for a Gold Affiliate Program?
Different companies will have different requirements to sign up. Some allow anybody to sign up for free. You can then access the marketing materials and start promoting the company. It's up to you to generate enough traffic to make money.
Some companies choose to be selective in who they partner with. They might have a more involved application process, and they might reject affiliates without enough experience or existing traffic.
It's also common for companies to have multiple "levels" of affiliate earnings. They might accept anyone who applies onto the most basic commission tier. But you'll need to work hard and set yourself apart if you want to earn the additional bonuses and attention of the higher-ups.
If you want to get involved with a gold affiliate program, it helps to have some previous affiliate marketing experience. Even if you haven't used an affiliate program before, you'll want a certain level of online marketing background.
You can technically jump into a gold affiliate program without any previous experience. But the niche is extremely competitive. If you want to be on top of the game, you have to bring prior knowledge to the table. There are a lot of less competitive industries that you can explore for first-time affiliate marketing.
If you do successfully make a sale through a gold affiliate program, you might earn several thousand dollars at once. Many gold IRA companies have minimum thresholds of tens of thousands of dollars. When someone invests, the cost of their purchase is a large chunk of their retirement savings.
Commission rates also vary depending on the program. The highest commissions from a reputable precious metals dealer are usually in the 6 percent range. An average commission rate is about 3 to 5 percent.
Some programs pay flat commissions. Others calculate the commission fee based on the total cost of the purchase. For example, purchases above $50,000 might make 5 percent commissions, while purchases below $50,000 might only make 3 percent.

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New FHA Loan Limits Announced for U.S. Areas
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Washington, D.C.–Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac received new, higher limits on the loans they can buy or guarantee in 71 housing markets on Thursday, the Los Angeles Times reports.The new limits–part of the recently signed economic stimulus bill–affected almost all of Southern California. The area received new limits of up to $729,750, the current maximum, increased from $417,000. The limits vary per area and are based on median home prices.The loan limits were increased to help increase home sales and refinancings in high-cost markets. The limits apply to loans originated from July 1, 2007, through the Dec. 31, 2008.


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WISPA Joins in Litigation Over “Open Internet” Rules
Today WISPA joined with a variety of business and consumer groups in supporting the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in a court case over the agency’s recently adopted “net neutrality” rules.
Let’s be clear: WISPA members support a free and open internet. We support clear, enforceable protections against blocking, throttling, and paid prioritization. WISPA agrees that ISPs should clearly disclose their terms of service, disclose their network management practices, and protect their customers’ private information; and our members do.
We are joining in the litigation because net neutrality rules need to work for our members, who are mostly small operations with fewer than 10 employees and an average of 1,200 subscribers. When compliance costs go up because of government action, our members either have to reduce investment in their businesses or pass those costs on to customers.
Rather than hiring attorneys to figure out how to comply with a vague, broad conduct rule and detailed reporting obligations, our members would rather invest in towers, radios, and people to bring broadband to more people in rural and underserved areas of America.
WISPA supported Chairman Pai's efforts at the Commission, and WISPA will continue to support such efforts in court and in Congress.

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A GIRL aged eight was crushed to death in a forest yesterday after being struck by falling logs.
The trapped child was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency crews.
Another girl, 12, was flown to hospital after the tragedy near Benderloch, Argyll.
The extent of her injuries is not yet known.
Paramedics, cops, fire crews and a helicopter were scrambled near Ben Lora at 2.40pm but the victim couldn’t be saved.
Shocked residents revealed the path heading up to the 1,000ft peak was closed for tree toppling work, which was due to last until September.
Shop owner Lewis Morrison said: “It’s all fenced off at this end, it’s completely closed.
“There is felling extraction going on and the bigger trees have been getting dropped down here at the car park.
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“But I wouldn’t have thought there would have been felling on a Sunday.
“The thoughts of this small community are with the girls’ families.”
Paul Woodhouse said he spotted ambulance and fire teams in the area.
He said: “There has always been dangers in the forest. They have signs warning of them.
“I assumed someone had fallen and injured themselves.”
Cops last night confirmed the crush tragedy.
A spokesman said: “Inquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.
“However, police are not treating the death as suspicious.”
Margaret Adams, convener of the local community council, told BBC Radio Scotland’s Good Morning Scotland programme that logging had been taking place in the area since around February or March, with warning signs in place.
She said: “The signs make it very clear that they don’t want people to go up because there will be heavy machinery and logs stacked.”
She added: “Even if people don’t know the child themselves, they will know the family in a small community, and every child is precious.
“Therefore, it really will have quite an affect on the locals.”
A report has been submitted to the fiscal.
Health and safety chiefs have also been informed.

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we have perplaced the fuel pump and fuel filter and hooked it all back up. the car still will not start. it has a strong battery and tries and tries but nothing. no gas gettin thru>???help …stranded in taos.nm
Likely there is an air lock. You may need to get the air out of the line.
ok how do i do this?
Turn the ignition switch to the run position so that the dash lights come on for two seconds and then turn the ignition switch off. Repeat this a half dozen times and then try starting the engine.
You would get the air out quicker if you disconnected the fuel hose at the engine, aim the hose at a catch container, and turned the ignition key ON for two seconds, OFF, ON for two seconds, OFF, ON, etc. When a solid stream of fuel comes out, stop, reconnect, and attempt to start. If it doesn’t start, there are other problems. Let us know.
thanks all of this is very good advice…i have located the fuel lines and it appears/and my book says that i may need a specail tool…?..for spring lock couplings…?which i do not have
if i continue with the ignition -on and off -will it eventually bleed out?


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The big day is almost upon us – and let’s be honest, everybody loves a Christmas song.
In this new set of data released by Spotify today, listener trends by country and age have been revealed – oh and they also tell us that Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ is lightyears ahead of the rest. But we all knew that anyway, didn’t we?
Spotify’s latest set of festive data shows when the United Kingdom started seriously listening to Christmas songs, passing the 2% threshold on 18th November. The top 10 Christmas songs in the UK also includes the likes of Wham!, Band Aid, Michael Buble, Wizzard and…ahem…Justin Bieber. Disappointingly, there’s no room for Wolverhampton band Slade in the UK’s top ten.
Check out the data and most streamed tracks here.
The worldwide top 20 takes on a similar vein, with the addition of songs by Coldplay, Elvis Presley and Chris Rea (a surprise commission from the UK’s top 10, may we add) making up the rest of the list. We’re sure this will form most of your Christmas Day playlist…
- Mariah Carey – All I Want for Christmas Is You
- Wham! – Last Christmas
- Michael Bublé – It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
- Justin Bieber – Mistletoe
- Ariana Grande – Santa Tell Me
- Andy Williams – It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
- Band Aid – Do They Know It’s Christmas? (1984 Version)
- The Pogues – Fairytale of New York (feat. Kirsty MacColl)
- Bing Crosby – White Christmas
- Frank Sinatra – Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
- Michael Bublé – White Christmas (Duet With Shania Twain)
- Bobby Helms – Jingle Bell Rock
- Michael Bublé – All I Want For Christmas Is You
- Elvis Presley – Blue Christmas
- José Feliciano – Feliz Navidad
- Michael Bublé – Holly Jolly Christmas
- Coldplay – Christmas Lights
- Chris Rea – Driving Home For Christmas
- Nat King Cole – The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas To You)
- Michael Bublé – Santa Claus Is Coming To Town
You can check out the full list of Christmas listener data over on Spotify’s blog.
Long live Slade.
Editor and founder of Counteract. Freelance travel and music journalist.


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Galaxy Park has a master plan!
The Galaxy Park Master Plan was approved at the Board of Park Commissioners meeting on June 13, 2018!
Amenities identified in the master plan will be added to capital budget requests for public works construction projects - please check back to the Parks Projects website for updates or contact Kate Kane (608) 261-9761 or email@example.com if you have any questions.
City staff held a second and final public input meeting for the Camar (now known as Galaxy) Park and North Star Expansion Master Plan as part of the North Star Park Neighborhood Association's annual meeting held on 4/11/2018.
At the meeting, attendees were able to vote from between two design options for Galaxy Park and North Star Park Expansion. Materials from the meeting are available, below, and materials from the first session and follow-up survey can be found by scrolling down this page.
- Meeting 2 Agenda
- Meeting 2 Presentation
- Master Plan Option A - North Star Park Expansion - Option moving forward to BPC
- Master Plan Option B - North Star Park Expansion
- Master Plan Option A - Camar Park
- Master Plan Option B - Camar Park - Option selected by neighborhood
Several attendees at the session also expressed interest in the possibility of re-naming Camar Park - which can certainly be done and can accompany the preferred master plan at the Board of Parks Commissioners session for review & approval. The recommended method to move a candidate name forward would be to discuss and build consensus among neighborhood residents through neighborhood association newsletter or email and/or via poll on Next Door (or similar) listserv. Communicating the candidate names to District 3 Alder Amanda Hall is also recommended. The Park Naming Policy adopted by the Board of Park Commissioners in 2009 is also included, below for reference.
As part of the master planning process, Parks issued an online and hardcopy survey to residents within a 1/2 mile radius of the park in early January 2018. Below are the results of the online and hardcopy survey.
Public Input Meeting One
Monday, December 4, 2017
City of Madison Fire Station #13
6350 Town Center Drive
Madison, WI 53718
Parks staff held a first public meeting on December 4, 2017 to discuss the Camar Park and North Star Park Expansion Master Plan. At the session, attendees reviewed opportunities at each of the new park sites, answered questions regarding their preferences and priorities for items to include in the parks and worked as groups to place amenities on a scaled plan for the sites.
Materials from this session can be found at the links, below.
- Camar North Star Meeting 1 Agenda
- Camar North Star Meeting 1 Presentation
- Camar North Star Planning Exercise Boards
In 2014,3.47 acres of public parkland were dedicated to the City of Madison as part of the Grandview Commons development. This undeveloped parcel is now Camar Park but needs input from the surrounding (and rapidly growing) neighborhood regarding the specific amenities to be located at the park.
Previously developed North Star Park, located just to the south of the Camar Park parcel, was expanded by several acres in 2014 - offering new opportunities for amenities at this location as well. With both of these exciting additions to the Madison Parks system, it is now time to master plan Camar Park and the North Star Park expansion! The planning process for both locations will follow the City of Madison Master Plan Policy. Parks staff will hold at least two public input meetings and issue an online survey to gather input from the community on the future of the Parks. Once the Master Plans have been developed with input from the neighborhood, the plans will go to the Board of Park Commissioners for approval.


PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (WKBN) – The Pittsburgh Steelers officially released veteran cornerback Desmond King on Wednesday afternoon.
The Steelers signed King after he was released by the Houston Texans when final roster cuts were made.
King has played in three games with the Steelers, but logged only one defensive snap.
He finished the 2022 season with two interceptions and 10 tackles for loss with the Texans.
The 28-year old was originally a fifth-round draft pick of the Chargers in 2017 and has also played for the Tennessee Titans.
The veteran defensive back has piled up nine career interceptions and 8.5 sacks in seven years in the NFL.
The Steelers also signed cornerback Darius Rush off the practice squad of the Kansas City Chiefs.
Rush was originally a fifth-round selection of the Indianapolis Colts in last April’s draft out of South Carolina. He was signed to the Chiefs’ practice squad at the start of the regular season.
He returned an interception for a touchdown during preseason action with the Colts.


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GOT7’s Jackson Thinks I.O.I’s “Whatta Man” Will Top Billboard World Albums Chart
During I.O.I’s comeback countdown, the girls received some encouragement from GOT7’s Jackson.
The special episode showcases their new album “Whatta Man (Good Man).” The members talk about the album, saying, “We only signed it, so we’re actually curious to see what it looks like on the inside.”
On a segment of the countdown, the members receive a phone call from an unknown caller, who says, “I am pretty close with I.O.I.” The girls guess that the caller is either someone on staff, or Jang Geuk Suk. But the caller reveals himself to be Jackson from GOT7. “I’m not the only one on the phone. All the GOT7 members are here as well,” he says. Jackson then talks about I.O.I’s new song and praises them, saying, “I think I.O.I’s ‘Whatta Man‘ is going to make it big. This song is going to be number one. It’s going to be number one on the Billboard World Albums Chart.”
Then Somi proceeds to do an impression of Jackson, and the other members of GOT7 also encourage the girls through the call.

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Many people think of Best Botox San Diego as a cosmetic anti-aging treatment, but it’s pretty useful for other conditions. This is especially true when administered by a skilled practitioner.
It was initially developed to treat specific eye muscle conditions like strabismus and blepharospasm. It was later approved to help reduce migraine headaches by blocking nerve signals that cause pain.
Botox is an injectable wrinkle relaxer that reduces the appearance of facial lines and wrinkles. It uses the neurotoxin botulinum toxin type A (OnabotulinumtoxinA) to temporarily weaken or paralyze muscle. The result is a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, especially around the eyes and on the forehead. It also works well to reduce glabellar frown lines between the eyebrows and crow’s feet at the corners of the eyes. Botox has become a popular treatment for cosmetic purposes and can be found in spas, shopping malls and walk-in clinics.
A bacterium called Clostridium botulinum produces the neurotoxin used in Botox. The bacteria are common and occur naturally in soil, water and the intestinal tracts of animals and humans. However, if the bacteria get into a wound or consumed in large amounts, they can produce botulism, a serious nervous system disease that affects breathing. Doctors dilute and sterilize the botulinum toxin for medical injections and it is considered safe when administered by a licensed health care professional.
The Botox formula is made from purified protein and consists of a complex chain of amino acids. After the initial injection, it begins to work and the effects last between three and 12 months. In addition to reducing lines and wrinkles, the drug is used to treat migraines, excessive sweating and neck pain. There is some evidence that it can improve dark circles under the eyes, but more research needs to be done.
When injected, the Botox blocks nerve signals to the muscles from the brain, which prevents them from contracting and shortening. It is the most popular cosmetic procedure in the United States, with over 7 million people receiving treatments in 2016. It is very safe and non-invasive.
The first step in a Botox injection is for your doctor to examine your face and determine which areas you would like to treat. The area is cleaned and a very small needle is inserted into the muscle. You may experience some pain and a slight stinging during the injection. However, your doctor may use pre-icing and other strategies to reduce any discomfort. The procedure itself only takes a few minutes.
How is Botox injected?
Botox is an injectable medication that smooths out wrinkles by temporarily blocking certain chemical signals from nerves that cause muscles to contract. It is injected into the skin to reduce frown lines, forehead lines and other fine facial wrinkles. It is also used to treat neck spasms and other conditions involving the nervous system. It is a minimally invasive procedure and does not require extensive training to perform. It is the most popular cosmetic treatment in the United States, according to the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery.
It is made of a purified protein from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. The botulinum toxin prevents the release of a chemical messenger called acetylcholine, which normally sends an electrical signal to muscle cells and causes them to contract. The injection of botulinum toxin blocks the release of acetylcholine, so the muscle does not get the message to contract and form wrinkles.
There are several brands of botulinum toxin, including Botox(r), Dysport(r), Xeomin(r) and Jeuveau(r). They all contain the same active ingredient and are considered to be safe and effective. The key is finding a practitioner with experience. They should be licensed and a member of a professional organization that certifies practitioners to ensure that they meet set standards for training, skill and safety.
During the procedure, your health care provider will use a thin needle to inject tiny amounts of botulinum toxin into the treatment area. The area to be injected will be numbed beforehand, either with an anesthetic cream or by using ice to numb the skin. The health care provider may also use ultrasound to help find the exact location to inject. You should tell your health care provider if you have any medical condition that could affect your response to the treatment, such as a bleeding disorder or a nerve problem.
The procedure takes minutes and is done in a doctor’s office or clinic. You may need several injections to achieve the desired results. The amount of Botox you need depends on your condition and where the injections will be injected. For example, for glabellar lines (forehead frown lines), anywhere from 5 to 25 units may be sufficient. It is important that the injections are well above the brow line to avoid a “ptosis” (eyelid droop) effect.
What are the side effects of Botox?
Some of the most common side effects associated with Botox include temporary headaches and injection site reactions. Injection site reactions typically develop in the week following your treatment and are usually mild and improve within a few days. Injection sites may also become red, swollen, or itchy. If these symptoms persist, talk to your doctor.
In studies, mild to severe headaches were reported with Botox injections used for migraine, axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive armpit sweating), or cervical dystonia (abnormal neck muscle contractions). Headache was less common when Botox was used to treat bladder problems or for cosmetic reasons.
Botox works by temporarily blocking nerve signals to the muscles in the targeted area, which causes them to relax and decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The toxin used for therapeutic purposes is very safe in small doses and is absorbed by the body quickly, so it doesn’t build up and cause long-term damage. However, it’s important to work with a licensed and experienced healthcare professional to minimize your risk of adverse side effects from the injections.
You should let your doctor know if you have any allergies or if you’ve had a previous reaction to a neuromodulator, such as botulinum toxin or another product from the same family. Your doctor will determine the correct dosage of Botox to safely treat your specific conditions.
Botulinum toxin is a protein found in bacteria that can paralyze certain muscles when injected into the targeted area. When the toxin is injected in the face for cosmetic use, it enters the bloodstream and is absorbed by your tissue, where it binds with the nerve endings to prevent them from sending nerve impulses that contract the muscles.
The FDA approved the first commercially available version of Botox in 1989. Since then, it has been shown to be extremely safe and effective when administered by a trained physician in the appropriate settings. In the first 14 years of its cosmetic use, only 36 cases of detrimental effects were reported. These were mostly related to pre-existing medical conditions and the use of other medications that interact with Botox.
How often should I get Botox?
Botox is a non-invasive, safe cosmetic treatment that can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It works by temporarily paralyzing the muscles in the treated area, causing them to relax and soften. Most people will need to repeat the treatment every few months in order to maintain their results. Botox is also used to treat other conditions, such as migraines and excessive sweating.
It’s important to have a professional perform your Botox injections, as this will ensure that the proper dosage is applied and that you achieve the desired result. A board-certified doctor will be able to assess your individual needs and recommend an appropriate treatment schedule.
The best time to get Botox is right before you start noticing the appearance of wrinkles and lines. This will give you the opportunity to prevent them from forming, which can save you from having to spend money on more extensive treatments down the road. However, everyone’s skin is different, so some may start noticing these signs of aging sooner than others.
There’s no set answer to this question, as it will depend on your preferences and how quickly your body metabolizes the drug. For most patients, it’s a good idea to schedule your appointments every four months, as this will allow you to enjoy long-lasting results without worrying about having to come in for touch-ups too often.
Before you receive your Botox injections, our doctors will clean the targeted area to remove dirt and oil. They may also use a topical numbing gel or ice if requested, which will minimize the risk of bruising and discomfort. They’ll then inject small amounts of the neurotoxin into the desired area using a fine needle. The entire process typically takes about 30 minutes and you’ll be able to return to your daily activities immediately afterward.
It’s also a good idea to avoid touching or rubbing the treated area after your appointment. This can cause the Botox to spread into unintended areas and can lead to a less desirable outcome. It’s also important to avoid smoking or consuming alcohol before and after your treatment, as these can affect how your body metabolizes the Botox.

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ABBA didn’t become one of the most commercially successful acts in the world just on their look. While they did look good, the combination of Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson when it came to writing the songs proved to be their greatest asset.
With their breakthrough in 1974, they were already one of the world’s most popular, and financially successful, bands by 1976 when they released the song Money, Money, Money. The song was about the struggles of having no money and the dream to be successful. Something that ABBA at the time couldn’t relate too.
The song is from the viewpoint of a woman that can barely keep her head above water no matter how hard she works. Her dream is to meet someone who can support her. In the stage musical Mamma Mia! the song is sung by the character Donna who works tirelessly to keep her tavern open as she dreams of a better life. The song was famously sung by Meryl Streep in the movie version.
ABBA also perform the song, and others, in their hugely successful 1977 concert film ABBA: The Movie. In the film clip for the song, which was inspired by the film Cabaret, Frida is cloaked in darkness and dressed in style from the 1920s. When the song gets to the “good life” chorus is when we see the band in their white jumpsuits and the clips I bright and light like the dream life that they want.
Money, Money, Money was the sixth consecutive chart-topper for the band and was number 1 in Australia today in 1976.
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In honour of this amazing track, please find the full 1976 film clip below.
What is your favourite ABBA song? Where you one of the lucky ones that were able to see them in concert?


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Parliament has made a late change to the third Auckland super-city bill, that will require council-controlled organisations to hold at least two public meetings a year.
The organisations, will manage and run many of the city's services and assets, such as water.
MPs spent Tuesday and Wednesday debating changes to the final bill.
An amendment forcing the holding of public meetings was put forward by Labour MP George Hawkins.
He said CCOs will be incredibly powerful organisations under the new council structure, and without the change, Aucklanders would have had no ability to influence their decision making.
Parliament is expected to pass the bill on Thursday.
The new Auckland Council comes into being on 1 November.

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Dubai Studio City (DSC), a member of TECOM Investments Media Cluster, today announced Moby Group, Afghanistan's leading privately owned and integrated media company, has established its regional headquarters in the dedicated free zone for film and broadcast production industries.
Established in 2002, the Moby Group has spearheaded significant changes in the media landscape and continues to drive innovative development of projects that reach, educate and entertain through its media, content and production companies.
The Moby Group dominates the Afghan media market with a combined 80 per cent market share. Its Tolo TV and Lemar TV lead the Afghan television market with over 60 per cent audience reach, while Arman FM is the most popular entertainment radio station in Afghanistan.
Jamal Al Sharif, Managing Director, Dubai Studio City and Dubai Media City, said: “We are privileged to welcome the Moby Group to Dubai Studio City. The dedicated media cluster offers complete technical and community infrastructure that caters to the film, TV, radio production and broadcast sectors. We are confident the world-class facilities will enable our business partner to effectively carry out all stages of production work.”
Dubai’s location and sophisticated communications infrastructure complement Moby’s active business interests in countries across the region and use of advanced technology in its operations. Headquartered in Kabul, the company currently has 15 bureaus throughout Afghanistan with offices in Washington DC.
Saad Mohseni, Chairman, Moby Group, said: "Since we set up base five years ago in Dubai, we have rapidly grown out of our small office in Dubai Media City. The Dubai Studio City provides the ideal base for our expanding media operations. We are excited about moving to a location that has the facilities and equipment necessary for our production requirements and look forward to becoming part of this new media hub in Dubai."
Spread over an area of 22 million sq ft, Dubai Studio City features 14 fully equipped sound stages, a 3.5 million sq ft back lot for outdoor shooting, commercial offices, pre-built studios, a business centre and post-production studios. The development includes three sound stages – one 15,000 sq ft unit and two units of 25,000 sq ft each.
TECOM Investments’ media entities – Dubai Media City, Dubai Studio City and International Media Production Zone – provide a complete value chain of specialised offerings that have created an established community hub for the media and content creation industries in the region.

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The ocean is a source of joy for locals and visitors alike: for surfers, kiters, snorkelers, fisherman, paddle boarders, whale watchers, and countless others. Our streams and waterfalls are world-famous sources of tranquility and beauty. This special issue is dedicated to wai, H20, the source of life.
Water is a precious commodity in Hawaiʻi, despite our islands being home to some of the wettest places on Earth where rainfall is recorded in the hundreds of inches. Proper management of this resource is complicated.
After more than a century of water diversions that often left them dry, five Molokai streams will have their flow at least partially restored following an April decision by the state Commission on Water Resource Management.


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Openpay has completed a $10 million capital raising round, and revealed it has cancelled plans for an initial public offering.
The $10 million, which was originally marked as a pre-IPO round, came from “a group of investors” that included existing backer Meydan Group, as well as Investec and SL Investments Group.
The company did not comment on the reasons for cancelling the IPO plans.
Business Insider understands that chief executive Simon Scalzo departed the company in August after less than a year at the helm, with chairperson Avi Schechter currently acting as the public face of the fintech.
The latest investment also sees Investec head of emerging companies David Phillips and SL Investments Group retail director Darron Kupshik join the board.
With the new investment, Openpay is set to take on the dominant name in the ‘buy now, pay later’ fintech space, Afterpay, but serving a broader portfolio of industries than its rival – healthcare, automotive, home improvement and retail.
The startup operates with a “never any interest” business model, which means it generates revenue by charging a fee for participating merchants and an additional transactional fee for high-value purchases. Read more
Tony Yoo – Business Insider Australia – 26 Oct 2017


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Shenseea once again says she and Romeich are not in a relationship.
Shenseea is clearing the air on relationship rumors between herself and her manager, Romeich Major. For years, the public had speculated that their close-knit relationship had to be much more than just business and friendship. Some even made fun of the Romeich for always being around the beautiful artiste, referring to him as her ‘bodyguard.’
This closeness, along with a number of cozy pictures and videos, passionate birthday messages, and the ‘father and son’ relationship that Romeich shares with Shenseea’s son, have all led to the conclusion by fans that the two are absolutely dating.
However, according to Shenseea, this is nothing but an outdated rumor which she would like to lay to rest. On her Instagram story on Friday night (April 23), Shenseea responded to a fan who commented on Romiech’s post in which he shared a photo of his newborn daughter, Skye, albeit an emoji hiding her face.
Among the flooded congratulations in the comments, one person remarked, “@romeichentertainment nice…. but did you n @shenseea have a surrogate? Caz I can’t understand how yu 1 suh brite n get pickney outside of the relationship. U are not the first but yu brite bad.”
To this accusation, Shenseea responded, “Can we please move past this rumor now. @Romeichentertainment and I are not in a relationship, that’s my bro, honestly, and that’s my God child. Thanks.”
Both Romeich and Shenseea have denied the rumored relationship in the past, one recent instance being last September in an interview with The Star. Romeich noted that his relationship with ShenYeng is strictly platonic, explaining that, “Unu a go see me round her 24/7 because mi take her from zero to where she is now.”
The dancehall princess, whose real name is Chinsea Lee, has Romeich to thank for her rising music career and lucrative endorsement deals. Alongside her musical success that has made her popular on both the local and international scenes, the “Sure Sure” singer also has several corporate sponsorship deals with Pretty Little Thing, Carib Beer, Pepsi, Boom, and Savage X Fenty.
Now, on her list of attainments and responsibilities is the title of ‘Godmother’ to Romeich’s baby girl. She, along with Romeich, had announced the new role a few weeks ago with excitement and anticipation. The announcement perhaps should have been a wake-up call for fans who believed the two were intimately involved.


When we talk about commercial carpet cleaning, most of the people think that there are serious myths behind it, but is not the actual truth. When it comes to carpet cleaning, people think vacuuming or steaming is the limit, they claim the age of carpet is new so cleaning is not necessary, in some cases people assume if they own a high tech cleaning machine they can clean the carpet by themselves and also there is a false believe even if the carpet smells bad it could be sorted out by sprinkling a carpet deodoriser on it. You can simply hire the carpet cleaning melbourne services from professional drymaster carpet cleaning company who meets all your carpet dry & steam cleaning.
If you are one among the people having the myths mentioned above? Then come let us break it together by understanding the truth behind the commercial carpet cleaning in this article to avoid expensive consequences to your carpet due to these myths.
1. Do I need to clean the carpet of age less than a year?
This is the most common myth among the majority of the population not only for the carpet but also for anything that matters. We are programmed traditionally that ‘you should clean when you found dirt’. Be very clear, cleaning the carpet is not just a process of removing the dirt on it; it involves the process of preventing the carpet from further damage. If the dirt on the carpet is visible to your naked eye then it’s too late for action because it is the sign of microscopic pieces of dirt have started their action plan for breaking the protective fibers of the carpet. So, the truth is even though the carpet is new, you need to clean it at regular intervals.
2. Do I need to clean the carpet by someone or by myself – which is better?
This myth is a confusing state of mind which arises when you are about to rent service or a product, whether can you own it and do it on your own or can you find an external source? To break this myth, the best way is to compare not only the expenses but also your personal efforts in the form of skill and time. Though Newcastle carpet cleaning is not rocket science, still it needs some basic technical knowledge about the methods of cleaning and awareness about the usage of cleaning agents, the harmful chemicals (Stain removers). These stain removers which can be easily purchased from nearby stores might damage the carpet and its backing very soon which reduces its lifetime. The fact is these stain removers have the tendency to remove the color of your carpet leaving white patches on its surface.
The carpet cleaning services providing companies in and around your suburbs can provide a complete solution for these problems. Instead of you getting into the action of carpet cleaning on your own, it is better to have a professional carpet cleaners melbourne for providing carpet cleaning services as the first choice, they prevent the expensive consequences to your carpet.
3. Do I need to use carpet deodoriser to keep the carpet fresh?
This frequently used household product carpet deodoriser is another potential destroyer for your carpet which contains a powder in it that does not dissolve in water. This powder composed of magnesium and silicon components (talc) when sprinkled multiple times on the carpet will get accumulated in the fibers of the carpet. Though vacuuming is the better option to remove these accumulated powders, still some quantity is left behind. On further cleaning of the carpet this powder mix with the water/solvents, after drying results in white stains on the surface of the carpet which is not an easy task to remove later. Keep in mind the freshness of the carpet is not just the smell alone. The myth on carpet deodoriser comes to an end that it is not advisable to use carpet deodoriser to keep the carpet fresh.
Taking proper care of your carpet makes your living or working space more friendly and hygienic. The overall truth is, hire a carpet dry cleaning Melbourne company for providing carpet dry & steam cleaning services to avoid damages to the carpet in any form even before it arises. This saves your efforts, valuable time, and in the long run the replacement cost.