text:
Whether you’re lying on the sand or rocks, a pool lounge, hot tiles or a patch of grass in the park, summertime brings the joy of relaxing in the sunshine and reading a good book. From the surreal to the satirical, salient and silly, these are some of our favorite novels (each paired with a bright, boldly designed towel) this season.
Taiwanese American writer Elaine Hsieh Chou’s debut novel, Disorientation ($26), is a sharp, nuanced portrait of navigating relationships and institutions as an Asian American woman. Told through a quick-witted, satirical whodunnit, the novel follows the journey of PhD student Ingrid Yang when she uncovers a secret related to her thesis that quickly unravels her life. With gripping surrealism and pertinent characterizations, Chou captures the specific experiences plaguing those at the intersection of racism and sexism in a way that’s never been done before.
The One and Only Towel
Paris-based independent apparel brand Carne Bollente’s sex-positive ethos manifests once again in their delightfully suggestive One and Only Towel ($39). Through artist Mike Wilcox’s vivid, bright hues depicting different labia, the towel is a plush and bold celebration of vulvas.
What begins as a romantic and oftentimes comedic story of love turns into a deeper examination of class, politics and cultural difference in Monica Ali’s Love Marriage ($28). Bengali protagonist Yasmin Ghorami is happily engaged to white, upper-class Joe Sangster, but on the days leading up to the wedding the differences between their backgrounds, secrets and a mother with an Oedipus complex threaten their union. The surprising and biting novel culminates in an astute portrait of relationships and race.
Yellow Maze Towel
From Stockholm-based resort brand OAS, the Yellow Maze Towel ($80) is a summery, abstract, almost-animal-print towel made from 100% long-fiber cotton. The soft, cozy towel measures 150 by 100cm and its bright golden hue conjures up images of sunshine, the sand—and maybe a jungle animal too.
Four Treasures of the Sky
Jenny Tinghui Zhang’s debut novel, Four Treasures of the Sky ($28), is a surreal epic steeped in Chinese folklore. It follows the journey of heroine Daiyu who is kidnapped and smuggled from China to America, where the Chinese Exclusion Act is taking hold. Traversing the Idaho mountains, a San Fransisco brothel and more, the book charts Daiyu’s journey to survive an unimaginably violent country, weaving a gripping tale of historical fiction into a prescient look at the modern day.
Green Baignade Beach Towel
French textile brand Mapoésie was founded in 2010 by Elsa Poux, who blends tradition, luxury and innovation in her towels and garments. This Baignade Beach Towel (€79) is made from 100% cotton and measures a sizable 140 by 200cm. The bold green and blue waves conjure up images of the ocean without being too cliche.
The Cherry Robbers
The follow up to Sarai Walker’s Dietland, The Cherry Robbers ($28) tells the tale of an artist living under an assumed identity who is suddenly confronted with her past. It’s a spooky, Gothic thriller that also explores feminism and sexuality.
Circus Cotton Beach Towel
By Swiss Italian designer Michele Rondelli, the Circus Cotton Beach Towel (SFR 79) combines bright colors with geometric shapes that were inspired by a series of photographs. The 100% woven cotton jacquard has been manufactured and dyed using processes free of harmful chemicals and synthetics. It measures 36 by 56 inches.
Sea of Tranquility
Emily St John Mandel’s sixth novel, Sea of Tranquility ($25), playfully bends time travel, metaphysics and grief. The science fiction work juggles an ambitious amount: a young man in 1912 exiled to the Canadian wilderness, an author trapped in a pandemic-ravaged Earth, moon colonies, paranormal investigations, the 25th century and even references to Mandel’s previous works. Both meta and mind-bending, Sea of Tranquility examines the end of the world to uncover what ultimately matters.
Vintage Blue Check Beach Towel
From Business & Pleasure’s large range of beach towels, the Vintage Blue Check iteration ($59) is sophisticated and summery. Made from 100% cotton, 600gsm toweling, it measures 34 by 66 inches and has a retro resort look that’s perfect for by the pool or on the sand.
Brooklyn-based author, playwright and educator Julia May Jonas wrote Vladimir ($27) at the perfect time. It’s a story about academia, but also gender, aging, sexual politics and power. The sharp, honest, unnamed protagonist is an English professor who’s in her late-50s. She develops a crush—or an obsession—on a colleague, while her husband is under investigation for past inappropriate relationships with students. What unfolds is a gripping and dark fable.
Lateral Objects, the design lab from NYC’s Stefan Beckman Studio, channels ’60s Californian art and ’70s super-graphics, resulting in bold and colorful homewares that are full of character. Their collection of towels is just as bright, with the Exclamation Towel ($120) boasting a distinct pop art energy. The green, blue and yellow colorway is mirrored on the underside. This 100% cotton towel measures 70 by 40 inches and is made in Portugal.
Images courtesy of respective brands, hero image courtesy of Mapoésie


text:
European Parliament Passes Measures to Combat Illicit Wildlife Trafficking
New measures to curb the illicit trade in wildlife have been adopted by the European Parliament (EP), coming into force Thursday.
The measures include requiring permits for hunting trophies such as mounted heads and skins, proving they were legally obtained from non-protected species. Imports that don't qualify for permits will be barred from the European Union (EU).
The EP is particularly concerned with species such as the African lion, African elephant, southern white rhinoceros, hippopotamus, polar bear and argali sheep.
Wildlife trafficking has seen a rapid increase in recent years. The trade has become a highly profitable business for criminal groups, threatening the survival of endangered species throughout the world. As ivory, rhino horn, tiger products, shark fins and tropical timber are valuable on the black market, they are being trafficked like humans, drugs and firearms.
According to a 2013 Europol threat assessment on environmental crime in the EU, trafficking endangered species usually involves small, highly organized criminal groups that specialize in these type of crime. The groups service a niche market of wealthy clients aiming to obtain protected species, and facilitate their trade through corruption, money laundering and document forgery.

domain: politics


South Korean finance chiefs fuel hopes for cut in interest rates
South China Morning Post
South Korea's new finance minister and its central bank governor both highlighted weakness in Asia's fourth-largest economy yesterday, adding to market expectations that an interest rate cut could be in the offing. While Finance Minister Choi Kyung ...
New Finance Minister Choi to unleash economic stimulus


text:
Landscape Lighting Company in Flower Mound, Texas
It’s time to showcase your landscape in Flower Mound, Texas. We offer outdoor lighting solutions to make your home’s exterior look great. When you want the best outdoor lighting options in the area, it’s time to call Creative Nightscapes and discuss a plan.
If you want to light up an entryway, it’s important to do the job right. Bring life to your home at night!
Exterior Lighting Installation and Design
Creative Nightscapes can design the perfect lighting for your yard. Lighting installation should always be done by a trained professional. If you’re ready to improve the appearance and enjoyment of your yard at night, contact Creative Nightscapes for a free consultation and quote.
LED Lighting in Flower Mound, TX
LED low voltage lighting can make your yard and landscaping stand out. One of the best ways to do that is through the use of low voltage lighting, which doesn’t use a lot of electricity but easily lights up even the biggest yards when placed correctly.
There are also excellent options for eco-friendly lighting, so you can get everything you want in your outdoor lighting without harming your plants or the rest of the surrounding environment.
Creative Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting Services in Flower Mound, Texas
Living in Flower Mound, Texas
The cost of living in Flower Mound, TX is higher than many areas in Texas. It is rated 35% higher than the state of Texas as a whole. Average incomes are also higher in Flower Mound than the average in Texas, with the median household income being 131% higher than the average in Texas. So while the cost of living is higher, so are the incomes of the residents who live here. The median household income in Flower Mound, Texas, is $121,549, while the median home price is $269,800.
The population density in Flower Mound is 1576% higher than Texas. 69% of the population in Flower Mound is married. Flower Mound is roughly 32 miles northeast of Fort Worth, while essentially the same distance from Dallas but northwest. Flower Mound, Dallas, and Fort Worth form essentially a triangle, with Flower Mound being on the top, Fort Worth on the bottom left, Dallas on the bottom right.
How to Get Involved in the Community
When you want to get involved in the community of Flower Mound, Texas, one of the best ways is to become a volunteer. Flower Mound has plenty of opportunities to get involved through volunteering. From spending some time in the local library to becoming a member of the citizen’s patrol, you can find plenty to keep you busy as a volunteer in Flower Mound. It’s an active town, with plenty to do, see and experience.
Things to Do in Flower Mound
As a visitor to Flower Mound, Texas, there are plenty of things to do and see, especially for families. Every Friday in May there are free concerts held at Heritage Park, while the Community Activity Center offers programming, speakers, and classes throughout the year to entertain residents and visitors alike. With Dallas and Fort Worth both being within an hour of Flower Mound, you can visit plenty of historical landmarks in the area. Whether you want to go to a museum for the day or you are interested in a great dining experience, you can find what you are looking for in Flower Mound.
Creative Nightscapes is proud to serve the people of Flower Mound, Texas and the surrounding areas, including Lewisville, Coppell, Lantana, and Southlake. Contact our landscape lighting professionals for more details on our services and to get a free quote.
for Flower Mound, TX
Excellent service and quality work
Erin - Flower Mound, TX
We received a timely quote, the work was timely, and it is just what we wanted. I highly recommend.
Libby - Flower Mound, TX
Creative Nightscapes gives excellent customer service and for a fair price provides professional lighting around your home, both front and back, or as desired. The design is beautiful and brings out the beauty of your home while also deterring potential criminal activity around your property.
Eric - Flower Mound, TX
Jerry and his crew quickly created a great plan, and followed with a very prompt installation.
Great service and fast installation!
Rachel - Flower Mound, TX
Everything as advertised
Michelle - Flower Mound, TX
This company could not have done better. They responded quickly, everyone was friendly, respectful, experienced and down-to-earth. George came over and immediately knew exactly what to do to produce the light effect as shown on their website with my house. He answered all my questions before I even asked them. They arrived on time, they did the job in very little time and the transformation of my home was incredible. I would recommend them to anyone.
Installed Kichler low voltage LED lighting accenting the front facade, tree canopies in front & backyard and moon lighting on the pool deck in the Belmont at Bridlewood community of Flower Mound, TX.
Installed Kichler low voltage LED moon lighting, tree canopy lighting and pool decking in the Arborwood community of Flower Mound, TX.
Installed Kichler low voltage LED lighting to front facade and some moon lighting in the Wichita Chase community of Flower Mound, TX.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in Coventry at Bridlewood. Mounted down lights and hardscapes to illuminate steps, walkway, and planters. Placed up lights to accent Palm trees.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in The Reserve at Bridlewood. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, address, and columns. Set path lights to highlight steps and walkways. Mounted hardscapes to illuminate steps.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in Sanctuary Addition. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, columns, Magnolia tree, and various other tree canopies.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor landscape lighting in back yard at home in Hunters Glen. Set path lights to highlight landscape beds around pool. Placed up lights to accent Holly trees, Oak trees, and ornamental grasses. Set well lights to illuminate columns on either side of outdoor shelter.
Designing new lighting system for home in flower mound. Facade up lighting and driveway lighting
Client in Flower Mound looking to highlight front facade and landscape around pool area.
Installed Kichler LED lighting at home in Timber Creek Park. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, columns, front entry, Live Oak tree in front, Japanese Eve, Maple tree, Crepe Myrtles, and Oak trees in back yard. Mounted down lights in tree to highlight the pond, barbecue area, and walkway. Set path lights to highlight the walkway on side of home. Mounted hardscape lights under eaves and pergola to illuminate front walkway and seating under pergola.
Removed existing fixtures from landscape beds. Installed Kichler LED landscape lighting at home in Wellington Estates. Mounted down lights in tree to create moonlight effect and illuminate yard and driveway. Placed up light to accent facade of home, entry way, address, and canopies of Live Oak and Crepe Myrtle trees.
Removed existing fixtures and installed Kichler LED landscape lighting at home in Hidden Valley Country Estates. Mounted down lights in eaves and trees to create moonlight effect and illuminate circle driveway, yard areas, walkway, and garage / parking area. Placed up lights to accent facade and peaks of home.
Removed existing fixtures and installed Kichler LED landscape lighting at home in Chimney Rock. Placed up lights to accent facade and peaks of home, columns, and tree canopies. Mounted hardscapes under eaves to illuminate garage doors and walkway. Placed wash lights to accent landscape greenery. Set path lights to highlight walkway and accent landscaping.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor landscape lighting at home in Hidden Valley Country Estates. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, bay window columns, front entry way, and shrubs.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor landscape lighting at home in Townlake. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, peaks, entry way, columns, Oak tree canopies, and Holly trees.
Installed Kichler LED lighting at home in Terracina. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, grand entry, landscape garden, and various trees. Set a path light to highlight the walkway leading to front entry.
Installed Kichler VLO lighting at home in The Preserve at Flower Mound. Placed up lights under trees and in landscape beds to accent trees, facade of home, and front entry. Set path lights to highlight walkways, steps and landscape greenery. Mounted down lights and hardscape lights to create moonlight effect and illuminate walkway.
Removed all high-voltage fixtures. Installed low-voltage Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in The Peninsula at Twin Coves. Placed up lights to accent facade of home, chimney, columns, turret, and Oak trees. Mounted down lights to highlight pool deck and steps around back of home, driveway and parking area in front of garages, and the walkway and steps around the fire pit.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in Lakeview Estates. Set path lights in landscape beds to accent landscape greenery. Placed up lights to accent facde of home, peaks, and front entry.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor lighting at home in The Estates at Tour 18. Removed existing lighting. Added up lights to accent brick facade, columns, dormer windows, tree canopies and the flagpole. Set button top path lights highlighting the walkway and steps leading up to entry of home.
Installed Kichler LED outdoor Lighting at home in Wellington Estates. Place up lights throughout property to accent trees, peaks of home, facades, and provide depth and balance to the landscape.
Installed Kichler LED lighting at home in Flower Mound on 12/1/2016.
Installed LED up lighting to accent the façade. In the back yard, up lighting to accent canopies of the Live Oak trees and path lighting to illuminate the crushed granite walkways and landscape greenery.
Performed annual maintenance for a residential client in Tour 18; cleaned and tested all Kichler LED fixutres, rehung two lights.

domain: geography


Carlo Ancelotti insists he would not quit Chelsea even if the Italy job became available after the 2010 World Cup.
There are fears that current Azurri boss Marcello Lippi will step down after next summer's finals in South Africa, regardless of how his country fares.
If Lippi was to quit then Blues boss Ancelotti would be seen as a favourite to succeed him after his success in charge of AC Milan where he won two Champions Leagues and a Serie A title.
However, the Blues manager, who signed a three-year contract at Stamford Bridge in the summer, has said he will not cut short his time with the Premier League leaders.
"The Azzurri coach next year certainly won't be me," insisted Ancelotti.
"I am Chelsea coach, let's see how this beautiful adventure will end."
Ancelotti, though, has not ruled out becoming national coach in the future. The 50-year-old admitted: "The idea of being a national team coach is really tantalising for me."


text:
New Consumer Rights Act comes into force
The Consumer Right Act has been hailed as the biggest shake-up of consumer law for a generation.
But what is it and how will it affect you?
The Act - which comes into force today (October 1, 2015) - takes eight existing pieces of legislation and streamlines them into one.
The aim is to make it easier for people to understand their key consumer rights, giving them greater confidence when buying and empowering them to take action if problems occur.
The new legislation also gives consumers enhanced rights.
For example, for the first time shoppers will be entitled to a repair or replacement if digital products - such as online games, films and music downloads - are faulty.
The new law also clarifies rules around refunds, repairs or replacements of faulty goods. This includes, for the first time, the creation of a specific timeframe of 30 days for consumers to reject a faulty item and get a full refund.
After 30 days, retailers have one opportunity to repair or replace any goods and the consumer can choose whether they want the goods to be repaired or replaced. If the attempt at a repair or replacement is unsuccessful, the consumer can then claim a refund or a price reduction if they wish to keep the product.
There are also clear rules for what should happen if a service is not carried out with reasonable care and skill or as agreed with the consumer. The service provider will have to put the service right in line with what was agreed or, if that is not practical, must give some money back.
Consumers will also be able to challenge terms and conditions which are not fair or are hidden in the small print.
If a problem does occur, certified Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) providers will be available to help if a dispute cannot be settled between the business and the consumer
These schemes already operate in the telecoms sector Find out more about ADR.
Consumers can find out about their new rights by visiting the Citizens Advice website.

domain: economics


item(s) totaling $
See if this part fits a specific vehicle.
|This product doesnt fit any of your saved vehicles||Check Fit for another vehicle|
|Attachment Type:||Snaps onto Mirror's Plastic Motor Mount|
|Backing Plate Included:||Yes|
Do you have questions about this product?
Ask a question, get answers from real customers and in-house experts. For further assistance, please review your support options on our Contact Us page.
Q:Why is the right mirror replacement more expensive than the left???
A:With reference to your inquiry on the Dorman - Help Non-Heated Plastic-Backed Mirror Glass - Part No. 56247, the passenger side mirror possesses a spherical convex shape which engraved with the safety warning, "Objects in mirror are closer than they appear." Because of this, the passenger side mirror replacement is expensive than driver side. For any further assistance please feel free to call us at: 1-877-238-2623 or visit the nearest Advance Auto Parts store and one of our Parts Pros will gladly assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.


Christina Aguilera Sings ‘You Lost Me’ at Halloween Party (VIDEO)
Forget about the candy—Christina Aguilera was dispensing the sweet treat of her golden voice to Halloween revelers this year.
The Bionic songstress—who totally copped out with her Halloween costume this year—graced a private Halloween party with a live rendition of her piano-driven ballad “You Lost Me” over the weekend. Quite the special surprise—even though, with lyrics like “And we had magic/and this is tragic/You couldn’t keep your hands to yourself,” one can’t help but wonder if the song chronicles her recent split with husband Jordan Bratman.
Check out C-Ag’s Halloween rendition of “You Lost Me” below. Do you think the song is autobiographical? Share your theories in the comments section.


text:
Hello, Daniel here, me and my brother Angel decided to work on a video a long time ago for a song after we were inspired by the lack of art surrounding the amazing music Flume, collaborative artists he worked with and Chet Faker made – The album Built on Glass is amazing. We worked extremely hard on the project and came up with a final version to show you guys how much we love art and music.
These are all of Angel’s creative art genius and I believe you will enjoy them as much as we loved making them, it would make me really happy if you subscribed to his channel or followed his Instagram page and watch his videos since he is amazing and I believe Chet Faker took ideas from us for his single Gold. Enjoy! 🙂

domain: hobby


text:
Hop on a private winter tour with Explore Estes to tour the Rocky Mountain National Park during our snowy months to experience a winter wonderland!
Our general route on this 4 – 5 hour winter tour picks you up at your location in Estes Park, takes you through beautiful meadows to see a freezing waterfall, you’ll be taken up the famous Trail Ridge Road as far as it is opened for the season, and if conditions allow, end with an easy snowshoe-like walk around a frozen Bear Lake or Sprague Lake. (Both flat & less than a mile) You will also get to visit the Beaver Meadows Visitor Center before heading back to Estes Park to shop for souvenirs!
This guided experience is not a hiking tour, and instead focuses on driving through the National Park with small strolls while learning about the early stories and history of Estes Park and the Rocky Mountain National Park.
We’re more than happy to customize your experience and even remove the snowshoeing for your winter tour if you would like to stay in the warmth of our vehicle.
- Permit: Your entrance fee is included. A $30 value!
- Equipment: Micro spikes and hiking poles will be used instead of snowshoes and are included for your tour to keep you safe while walking on icy surfaces. Hand warmers and ankle gaiters are also included to keep you warm & dry!


text:
For those that desire to purchase precious metals, there are actually business that deliver a gold IRA These companies consist of Orion Metals Swap, Royalty Gold, as well as Regal Possessions Those that intend to discover more concerning the various gold individual retirement account providers can easily read this post. gold ira approved depository
Rare-earth elements IRA.
There are actually a couple of points you require to understand if you’re assuming about investing in physical metallics. You would like to select a provider that delivers a really good company, however also produces you experience comfortable.
There are actually firms that offer gold Individual retirement accounts at realistic prices. These kinds of assets can help you transform your retirement profile in instance the market goes southern. gold etf in ira tax
To find the most ideal precious metals IRA companies, you require to look for functions like IRS-approved pension, qualified recommendations, and alternatives for committing. In addition, you’ll need to take your individual financial scenario into point to consider. Some providers do not keep the metallics on-site, but instead partner with distinct custodians. gold ira stock
It is actually obvious that physical resources like gold and silver don’t shed their market value. You shouldn’t go impulsively acquiring the very first trait that happens in your mind. As an alternative, you need to ask a ton of concerns about the certain product or services provided before making a purchase.
Regal Properties is a gold individual retirement account firm that provides services for the investing of gold as well as other gold and silvers. Clients may obtain electronic or even physical coins, bars, and gold, or even use digital currency. The provider additionally gives custodial services.
The Regal Properties web site supplies a full checklist of cryptocurrencies as well as precious metals, and also a wide range of information for clients. There are actually likewise numerous various profile offerings. The littlest bundle starts at $5,000, while the most extensive is actually $250,000 for institutional entrepreneurs.
Regal Possessions possesses the most affordable costs in the business. Their expenses include no put together expenses as well as a flat annual charge of just 1%. Plus, their IRAs possess a free of charge storing solution for the initial year.
The group at Regal Resources is actually committed to aiding consumers create the greatest possible choices. They do not hurry assessment phone calls, as well as they will certainly invest as much as a hr along with each client.
American Hartford Gold
United States Hartford Gold is a gold individual retirement account company that is actually paid attention to offering clients along with the greatest client service. They are an A+ ranked business from the Bbb. Their staff is actually educated and their items are very competitive.
The company uses a range of gold and silver financial investments. Their site supplies information on the benefits of buying gold and silvers. These include rising cost of living defense, safety, as well as a stable assets.
Augusta Investments has actually stayed in business for more than a many years. The company is a good choice for individuals who have more than $50,000 to spend. It possesses a straightforward investment design and no hidden fees.
Birch Gold Group is actually an additional respectable provider that gives a gold IRA. In addition to a wide selection of rare-earth elements as assets, the provider likewise gives specialized guidance for consumers.
Orion Metals Substitution
Orion Metals Swap can help if you are actually appearing to commit in precious metallics. The company is actually based in Los Angeles, California, and also they concentrate on helping clients purchase, store and also sell rare-earth elements.
This business has developed itself as a leading choice in the sector. They use a large variety of investment alternatives, consisting of tax-deferred accounts as well as property storing. Along with Orion, you may buy platinum eagle, silver, gold as well as palladium coins. Besides their solutions, they also offer secure vault storing.
Orion additionally gives an unique buyback system for their customers. They promise that the method is actually effortless and also swift. You can easily call all of them to buy steel or even to seek a shipping.
Orion’s website provides details regarding their items. It likewise includes a “charts” part, which displays real-time prices. Financiers may check out previous rates.
Royalty Gold is actually a gold IRA firm that uses a range of rare-earth elements options. It has a wealth of informative components, a comprehensive library of sources, as well as an on the web support group. This makes it a prominent choice for many people wanting to buy a gold IRA.
Founded in 2016, Royalty Gold is actually a pretty new competitor to the gold IRA market. However, the company has actually quickly developed an image for its top quality products and services. They likewise possess a remarkable A+ rating coming from the Better Business Bureau.
Along with their individual retirement account companies, Noble Gold additionally gives a vast range of various other items. They sell gold pieces, silver clubs, as well as palladium. Additionally, the provider uses a buyback system.
Noble Gold’s buyback plan is no-questions-asked. If you ever determine to sell your metallics, the business will purchase all of them back at an appealing cost.
There are providers that deliver gold IRAs at affordable prices. Regal Possessions is a gold Individual retirement account business that focuses in the purchasing as well as marketing of gold and also various other priceless steels. United States Hartford Gold is a gold Individual retirement account provider that is concentrated on giving clients along with the absolute best customer service. Royalty Gold is actually a gold Individual retirement account company that offers a selection of precious metallics choices. Started in 2016, Royalty Gold is actually a relatively new contestant to the gold Individual retirement account market.

domain: finance


text:
Article contributed to Death Metal Underground by George Psalmanazar, continuing his series of Judas Priest reviews.
Painkiller is Judas Priest‘s most consistent studio album coming out right after the band spent the entire decade of the 80s pandering to mainstream arena and glam rock fans. Slayer were a tremendous influence this time around; Judas Priest toured toured with them in the late 80s and subsequently listened to most of Slayer’s studio catalog. Painkiller there is a heavy metal album heavily influenced by the heaviest speed metal bordering on early death metal. Early power metal took a similar approach but in much more limp-wristed way.27 Comments
Tags: 1990, Heavy Metal, judas priest, NWOBHM, painkiller, review, Speed Metal

domain: entertainment


text:
. This combination can lead to decreased visual acuity and involuntary eye movements (nystagmus) in affected infants Aniridia is an eye disorder characterized by a complete or partial absence of the colored part of the eye (the iris). These iris abnormalities may cause the pupils to be abnormal or misshapen. Explore symptoms, inheritance, genetics of this condition
Aniridia is a congenital, hereditary, bilateral, extreme form of iris hypoplasia that may be associated with other ocular defects. It describes an extreme form of iris hypoplasia in which the iris appears absent on superficial clinical examination Aniridia is a very rare disease and every family affected is often alone to face the diagnosis. Even nationally, there's often only a small group of individuals. Get to know aniridia. Aniridia Europe, the federation of European aniridia associations and representatives, has been founded to change this situation Aniridia is a rare condition where the iris (the coloured part of your eye) has not formed properly, so it may be missing or underdeveloped. The word aniridia means no iris, but the amount of iris tissue missing will vary from person to person
Aniridia is most often a genetic eye condition (either inherited or a result of a random mutation) but can be caused from an injury. It is characterized by an underdeveloped or essentially absent iris, the pigmented muscle which regulates the amount of light entering the eye through the pupil. Aniridia generally presents in both eyes Aniridia- The term aniridia is a misnomer, since a small portion of iris tissue is almost always found on gonioscopic or ultrasound biomicroscopy. The iris may be partially absent (detectable with retroillumination) or there may be an apparent complete absence of iris on external observation
Aniridia (gör.), a szem szivárványhártyájának hiánya. Az A. v. világrahozott v. szerzett baj, mely akkor áll elő, midőn ütés után a szemgolyó megreped és a leszakadt szivárványhártya kiesik. Az ilyen szemet nagyon kápráztatja a világosság, úgy hogy kellően csak alkonyatkor v. sötét helyen láthat. A világosság ellen. Aniridia definition: the absence of an iris , due to a congenital condition or an injury | Meaning, pronunciation, translations and example Aniridia is a rare panocular disorder affecting the cornea, anterior chamber, iris, lens, retina, macula and optic nerve. It occurs because of mutations in PAX6 on band p13 of chromosome 11. It is associated with a number of syndromes, including Wilm's tumour, bilateral sporadic aniridia, genitourinary abnormalities and mental retardation.
Familial aniridia is typically an autosomal dominant trait, so if one parent has aniridia, there is a 50% chance they will pass the gene on to the child of each pregnancy. When a child with aniridia is born to two parents who do not have the disease or the gene for aniridia, this is called a spontaneous mutation . 34-7). The disease is associated with glaucoma in approximately 50-70% of cases. However, the glaucoma may not present until later in childhood or adulthood. Risk Factors Aniridia or congenital aniridia is an eye disorder marked by the partial or complete absence of the iris of the eye from birth. The iris is the colored disc that gives the eye its color. It has a. Aniridia is defined as the partial or complete absence of the iris (the coloured ring inside the eye around the pupil).It may be caused by a trauma, complicated surgery or a genetic disorder.. Congenital aniridia is an autosomal dominant inherited disease.It is chronic and generally affects both eyes. It is due to a mutation that hinders proper development of the eyeball during the first few. Aniridia is a rare congenital disorder in which there is a variable degree of hypoplasia or the absence of iris tissue associated with multiple other ocular changes, some present from birth and.
Aniridia is characterized by complete or partial iris hypoplasia usually (but not always) with associated foveal hypoplasia resulting in reduced visual acuity and nystagmus presenting in early infancy. Frequently associated ocular abnormalities (often of later onset) include cataract, glaucoma, and corneal opacification and vascularization Aniridia, a rare panocular developmental disorder, is characterized by either partial or complete hypoplasia of the iris (Figure 1). Other ocular structures (including the cornea, anterior chamber angle, crystalline lens [Figure 2], retina, macula, and optic nerve) may also be affected, either at birth or later in life In each case, two of these aniridia rings are implanted in the capsular bag and rotated against one another to form a closed diaphragm. Please implant rings before IOL . Type 50F. Size (open) 10.2 mm; Size (compressed) 10.0 mm: Inner Diameter. 4.0 mm: Position: Capsular Bag: Diaphragm. Covers up to 12 hours (360°) Incision > 3.0 mm WAGR syndrome (also known as WAGR complex, Wilms tumour-aniridia syndrome, aniridia-Wilms tumour syndrome) is a rare genetic syndrome in which affected children are predisposed to develop Wilms tumour (a tumour of the kidneys), Aniridia (absence of the coloured part of the eye, the iris), Genitourinary anomalies, and mental Retardation. The G is sometimes instead given as gonadoblastoma. Aniridia is a rare eye condition that involves partial or near-complete absence of the iris, the colored part of the eye. Most people with Aniridia have some iris tissue, though it may be such a small amount that it can only be seen through an ophthalmoscope
Aniridia Day usually the same date as the solstice - a property of how high the sun is in the sky. We chose this date because the brightness and position of the sun significantly affects the lives of people with aniridia. In 2020 the solstice has shifted to the 20th but we are keeping Aniridia Day on 21st June . This feature can range from a readily visible, almost complete absence of the iris, through enlargement and irregularity of the pupil mimicking a coloboma, to small slit-like defects in the anterior layer seen only on transillumination with a slit-lamp
Search Results for aniridia Most Relevant Most Recent. Aniridia. Aniridia Ring-Bag-Lens Dislocation Repair. Lisa Arbisser, MD. Aniridia IOL (Morcher) Traumatic Aniridia. Malhar Soni, MD, FRCS. Innovation in Aniridia PVR Retinal Detachment. Amer Awan MBBS, FRCSEd, FRCOphth Aniridia is a bilateral disease associated with multiple ocular abnormalities (Figure 3). Characteristics of the disease include varying degrees of iris hypoplasia, limbal stem cell deficiency and corneal opacification, cataracts, foveal hypoplasia, optic nerve hypoplasia, glaucoma, nystagmus, and decreased visual acuity  aniridia (countable and uncountable, plural aniridias) A rare congenital condition characterized by the underdevelopment of the iris of the eye. Translations . underdevelopment of the iris. Finnish: aniridia The term aniridia means, literally, without iris. Some unfortunate people are born missing part or all of the iris, the colored part of the eye. This uncommon condition, also known as iris hypoplasia, occurs in one out of every 50,000 to 100,000 infants born worldwide (although incidence varies from one region to another).. Aniridia is almost always bilateral (affecting both eyes), and. This video show implantation of a aniridia IOL (lens with artificial iris)
.Aniridia is a pan ocular disorder affecting the cornea, iris, intraocular pressure (resulting in glaucoma), lens (cataract and lens subluxation), fovea (foveal hypoplasia), and optic nerve (optic nerve coloboma and. Aniridia is the absence of the iris.Aniridia usually involves both eyes. It can be congenital or caused by a penetrant injury.  Isolated aniridia is a congenital disorder which is not limited to a defect in iris development, but is a panocular condition with macular and optic nerve hypoplasia, cataract, and corneal changes.  Vision may be severely compromised and the disorder is. Aniridia is not just an isolated defect in iris development but is a panocular disorder with macular and optic nerve hypoplasia, cataract, and corneal changes that are other anomalies that lead to decreased vision and nystagmus. Visual acuity is generally low but is unrelated to the degree of iris hypoplasia. Glaucoma is a secondary problem. Aniridia. 644 likes · 1 talking about this. this is just a FAN page where people can ask question or get info from other people who have aniridia thx Aniridia Foundation International, Charlottesville, Virginia. 1.6K likes. A 501(c)3 non profit organization helping those born with the genetic syndrome aniridia through education, support &..
Treatment for Aniridia (Aniridia Syndrome) Aniridia means lack of an iris. It is a rare disorder in which the iris of the eye is partly or completely missing. The iris is the circular, colored part of the eye. It controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light that enters the eye. Aniridia often affects both eyes Aniridia is the partial or complete absence of the iris, which is the colored part of your eye. The iris regulates the amount of light that enters your eye. In low light conditions the pupil, or opening in the center of your iris, increases in size to let in more light The progressive nature of the aniridia phenotype with corneal and lens changes over time reflects the maintenance functions of PAX6 in the adult eye. 46 PAX6 is also expressed in the olfactory system, from the earliest nasal placode to the mature olfactory bulb and the olfactory epithelium. It is also expressed in the developing telencephalon. Aniridia is an eye condition involving partial or near-complete absence of the iris, the colored part of the eye. Aniridia is almost always present in babies born with WAGR syndrome. Other eye problems are often present or can develop as the child grows older. These may include cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye, nystagmus (rapid. A Aniridia mellett a AN más jelentéssel is bír. Ezek a bal oldalon vannak felsorolva. Görgessen le és kattintson az egyesek megtekintéséhez. A (z) AN összes jelentését kérjük, kattintson a Több gombra. Ha meglátogatja az angol verziót, és szeretné megtekinteni a Aniridia definícióit más nyelveken, kérjük, kattintson a.
Aniridia and associated conditions affect individuals differently. So while some affected people are partially sighted or blind, others may have near normal sight. Aniridia is congenital (present at birth) and is caused by a dysfunction of the PAX6 gene, situated on the 11th chromosome that causes the premature cessation of eye development Aniridia is an autosomal dominant condition with an inci-dence of approximately one in 40,000-100,000 live births worldwide (Kokotas and Petersen 2010; Hingorani et al. 2012). About two-thirds of aniridia cases are familial with nearly complete penetrance, the remaining one-third are spo-radic and result from de novo mutations (Hingorani et al. Definition of aniridia in the Definitions.net dictionary. Meaning of aniridia. What does aniridia mean? Information and translations of aniridia in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web
aniridia szem szivárványhártya hiány szem szivárványhártyájának hiánya szem szivárványhártyájának hiánya (fejl. r.) szivárványhártya hiánya WAGR-szindróma aniridia congenita: iris világrahozott hiánya aniridia congenitalis: szem szivárványhártyájának veleszületett hiánya aniridia congenti Aniridia. Specifically, the presence of any of the clinical features noted above in a child that is diagnosed with WT, such as aniridia, hypospadias or undescended testicles, should prompt further investigation of the WT1 gene in that individual. WT1-Related Wilms Tumor (WT) Syndromes. Ophthalmologist: Manages aniridia (individuals with WAGR This is a next generation sequencing (NGS) test appropriate for individuals with clinical signs and symptoms, suspicion of, or family history of Aniridia. Sequence variants and/or copy number variants (deletions/duplications) within the PAX6 gene wil.. Children with aniridia have life long risk of developing glaucoma and other ocular complications, such as dry eyes and cataract. They need regular examination and treatment by ophthalmologists. Genetic testing for the Wilms tumour gene is an important part of the management of children with aniridia Human eyeball with phenotypic expression of aniridia with PAX6 gene mutation.jpg 1,200 × 857; 129 KB Poster 1. FC Union Gemeinsam sehen Union Leben.jpg 702 × 992; 92 K
Looking for online definition of aniridia or what aniridia stands for? aniridia is listed in the World's largest and most authoritative dictionary database of abbreviations and acronyms The Free Dictionar Aniridia is a rare, panocular, congenital disorder of the tissues of the eye, and results in progressive and severe sight disruption . Characterized by extreme hypoplasia of the iris, aniridia often presents with foveal hypoplasia and nystagmus  . Related ocular conditions including glaucoma, cataracts, strabismus and optic nerve hypoplasia result in a variety of visual problems   World map of Aniridia Find people with Aniridia through the map. Connect with them and share experiences. Join the Aniridia community Purpose: Patients with traumatic aniridia, aphakia and retinal complications can require silicone oil endotamponade. In the absence of compartmentalization, there is a risk of silicone oil migrating to the anterior chamber which can cause long-term complications. We report a two-step procedure in trauma cases, using sutures for silicone oil.
Aniridia is a bilateral condition characterized by variable iris hypoplasia that often appears as complete absence of the iris. In aniridia, the iris appearance may vary greatly, from a rudimentary stump to a complete, or nearly complete, but thin iris Aniridia, or absence of the iris, is estimated to have a prevalence of about 1.8 per 100,000 in the population. It is inherited commonly in an autosomal dominant fashion with complete penetrance but variable expressivity (Familial congenital aniridia), but can also be acquired in both sporadic form (Miller syndrome) or, rarely, in an autosomal. Kiejtési kalauz: Ismerd meg, hogyan ejtik ezt:aniridia angol, spanyol nyelven, anyanyelvi kiejtéssel! aniridia angol fordítása Aniridia Network is a support group and charity for people affected by aniridia: those who have it plus their family, carers, and other support givers, as well as educators, doctors and researchers. We want all these people to be hopeful, confident, supported and well informed regarding aniridia Aniridia is defined as a partial or complete absence of the iris. Aniridia can be either congenital or acquired. Congenital aniridia is a rare disease that affects both eyes. It is autosomal dominant in the majority. Most of the other cases of congenital aniridia are sporadic
Aniridia, meaning without iris, is a rare genetic disorder characterised by the incomplete formation of the eye's iris. Aniridia is a degenerative disease and causes, eventually, loss of vision in both eyes aniridia definition: Noun (plural aniridias) 1. A rare congenital condition characterized by the underdevelopment of the eye's iris... Define equine neonatal aniridia. equine neonatal aniridia synonyms, equine neonatal aniridia pronunciation, equine neonatal aniridia translation, English dictionary definition of equine neonatal aniridia. n the absence of an iris, due to a congenital condition or an injury Collins English Dictionary - Complete and Unabridged, 12th Edition.
When the person with aniridia is involved with a pregnancy, there is a 50 percent chance with each pregnancy, that the child born will also have aniridia. In Aniridia Foundation International there are many families who have several generations of members with aniridia. Sporadic aniridia happens in the other 1/3 of aniridia cases The CUSTOMFLEX ® ARTIFICIALIRIS is a unique treatment option of its kind for patients with aniridia. The aesthetic rehabilitation with the custom-made iris implant leads to a very high patient satisfaction and contributes significantly to the improvement of the quality of life of aniridia patients

domain: medical


The music industry (like books) is propped up by massive-selling stars — one Adele will keep an entire company in profit. (Beggars Group saw total operating profits jump 229.2% to £16.68m in 2015, courtesy of Adele’s 25, while 2011, when Adele’s 21 was released, saw the firm turn over £86.2m in revenue, with an operating profit of £23m).
But most bands don’t make much money at all — many surprisingly big names have day jobs — and the vast majority of talented musicians toil away and never get further than a tantalising glimpse at the “big time” (if they want it).
Local man Bob Webb is one such. He’s played with Buddy Holly, who gave him his home phone number, and his band Miller’s Thumb made an album (Sitting on the Right Side) that sold thousands of copies.
His other bands include Stevie’s Fix, put together by Webb and Paul Massey. They played soul and Tamla Motown, and backed people such as the Isley Brothers, Patti Labelle and Long John Baldry. His A Band Called Doris released singles on their own ABCD record label.
Now he’s got this “greatest hits” out, songs he’s written or recorded over the last 30 years. Playing it you realise that there’s a gulf between people sometimes branded “minstrels”, such as Bob Dylan — in reality a global rock superstar — and true minstrels, playing songs across a variety of genres and with lyrics that tell stories, but for little if any reward.
Webb is more like a true minstrel, the music on here ranging from Motown (perhaps wisely stuck at the end as it sounds the most dated) to psychedelic rock and pure folk.
Opener Girl Like You sounds like a lost 60s classic, with a psychedelic feel and flute, though it was written in 1999. Then follows a run of pleasant singer-songwriter tunes. We actually took this off the CD machine and played Peter Sarstedt’s England’s Lane (a re-issue from last year, RIP Mr S) and Webb’s Poor Man’s Dream or Over The Border could easily have been on that album, or a CD from any other classy singer-songwriter you care to mention. It’s top class stuff, with clever arrangements and instrumentation.
An early standout for us was the old-school bluesy folk tune Rosemary (“It was way down in Brummagem/or so I hear say …”), about a canal boat’s restoration. But this is followed by Misty Morning Stranger, as complex and rocking a tune as you’d like — slow start, big guitar solo — and ditto She’ll Always Be. There’s a Traffic/Doors/Ten Years After vibe going on with these songs, a long way from Sarstedt’s. There are hints of Cream in places, too.
Sadly, at the end of the day he’s a bloke in Goostrey with some good songs, but not a lot of cash, and the flaw in this CD is the sound quality, which is not bad by any stretch but there’s definitely a DIY ethos to it. Still, if your idea of a good night out is a minstrel singing his own songs live in a pub, you’ll probably overlook that and enjoy this selection. It’s on sale at A&A Music.
Webb also has a book out: Life’s Not All Rock ‘n’ Roll costs £9, which includes postage and packaging, from Mr Webb on 07527591148 or visit bobwebbmusic.co.uk
Peter Sarstedt’s England’s Lane is also worth a listen.
The late Mr S:
Leave a Reply


text:
Man sues NCAA to coach in high-profile girls basketball tourney in San Diego
Suit says NCAA rule regarding ex-felons is unfair
Last Updated: 289 days ago
SAN DIEGO - A girls basketball coach barred from a high-profile tournament in San Diego is suing for the right to coach in the event.
On YouTube, there are highlights of the MSNM Western Tournament held in San Diego in 2012. The Triple D Hoops team from Houston did not have their head coach for the tourney, but this year, Dominic Hardie hopes to be there and he's going to court to make it happen.
"He's done everything to lead a good life, and yet he is being penalized," said Jane Dolkart, senior counsel with the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, a nonprofit legal group that filed suit in San Diego on behalf of Hardie, who coaches two girls basketball teams in Houston.
For many of his girls, the San Diego tournament at the Town and Country Hotel and Alliant University serves as a key event for college recruiters and is looked at as a chance at scholarships and college.
Hardie was banned from this and similar events after a 2011 NCAA rule that bars all ex-felons from coaching in NCAA-certified basketball tournaments.
"It rejects any notion of rehabilitation," said Dolkart.
In 2000, Hardie received probation for a possessing less than a gram of cocaine.
Since then, he's stayed clean, returned to college and became a social worker.
For many years, he was able to coach at NCAA events because coaches were allowed to have non-violent felonies older than seven years.
Then the rule changed.
The lawsuit alleges the NCAA policy and the tournament held in San Diego are discriminatory and violate the Civil Rights Act.
Hardie's attorneys say higher arrest rates for minorities means the NCAA ban unfairly impacts minority coaches and the athletes they are coaching.
"It's simply unfair to treat someone who made a mistake as if they are a pariah," said Dolkart.
In a statement, the NCAA said, "We continue to believe convicted felons should not have access to youth at events where NCAA coaches are participating and we will vigorously defend this lawsuit."
Copyright 2013 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.

domain: news


text:
Naveen Patnaik urges Modi to pass Bill for 1/3rd reservation for women
Patnaik said taking the historic decision to empower women in the country would be the finest tribute to the father of the nation on his 150th birth anniversary
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate the move to ensure one-third reservation for women in Parliament and state legislatures.
"I request you to take the lead in initiating necessary steps for passing the Bill for reservation of one-third of seats in Parliament and State Legislatures for women," said the Chief Minister in a letter to the Prime Minister.
He assured full support from the state government for providing women with their rightful place in the decision-making process.
Patnaik said taking the historic decision to empower women in the country would be the finest tribute to the father of the nation on his 150th birth anniversary.
"Empowerment of women is the empowerment of the nation. No household, no society, no state, no country has ever moved forward without empowering its women. The principle of gender equality is enshrined in our Constitution. The country will move forward with much greater momentum only if the other half of our population, our mothers, sisters and daughters, have a role in the highest decision making bodies of our states and our country," he added.
The winter session of the state assembly has adopted a unanimous resolution to provide for one-third reservation to women in Parliament as well as the state legislatures.
In 2011, the Odisha government enhanced the reservation for women in Panchayats and urban local bodies to 50 per cent.
This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
Sign up for all the latest news, top galleries and trending videos from Mid-day.comSubscribe

domain: sociology


text:
Caffeine from a natural coffee bean is completely fine. The problem is when you take it, chemically process it and put it in soda pop or sports drinks, it becomes an addictive drug. This is very different to coffee’s “natural caffeine”.
Coffee is not addictive; people do not go through withdrawal symptoms because of it. Instead it is an emotional routine. People love waking up to coffee in the morning because of the feeling they get from it. It also helps create “movement at the station”!
Most big, popular coffee houses use ‘infused’ coffee beans. It’s best to look out for establishments that offer organic coffee beans, naturally brewed for your daily coffee fix.
Avoid processed caffeine such as that contained in commercial coffee, black tea, soda, mass-produced chocolate etc. when you’re trying to recover from anemia or fatigue, because processed caffeine inhibits iron absorption. One drink of processed caffeinated soda a day can also decrease your chances of becoming pregnant. It decreases fertility in men and women – but not in a healthy way, if that’s what yer lookin’ for.
Eliminating processed or infused caffeine from your diet is a must. It is a direct stimulant of the GI tract, and it can trigger or aggravate irritable bowel syndrome. So your best bet is to stay away from processed caffeine whether it is in infused coffee beans, tea, cola or chocolate.
Processed caffeine is a powerful drug, and it works its fatigue-banishing, brain-clearing wonders by stimulating your adrenaline, the hormone that launches your nervous system into action. But that hormone is pure stress, a biochemical emergency button installed by nature for threatening situations and the constant, unnatural over-drive can wear out your body from your brain cells to your bones. What’s worse is that your body soon grows accustomed to its dose of caffeine so you need more of the drug to produce the same energized effect.
If your body doesn’t get its caffeine quota, it can go through a week or two of withdrawal symptoms, including headaches, fatigue and intense cravings for caffeine. Constipation, anxiety and a dim bulb where you used to have bright ideas are also withdrawal symptoms.
Alternative healers say that there are some healthy, natural stimulants that you can use instead of caffeine both during and after the withdrawal period.
Inhaling stimulating Essential oils can give you that heady feeling. Take a quick sniff of oils such as rosemary, peppermint, basil or juniper. Sniffing an essential oil is the fastest route to the bloodstream and can provide an instant brain boost.
If you use real, non-messed with coffee beans…..
- Drink 2-4 cups in the morning and let it go.
- No-more until tomorrow – you’ll be fine.
- Make it yourself – make it weak.


text:
Member registration for 2017-18 season is available on Zone 4.
- Individual Adult – $65
- Individual Youth (age 4-16) – $40
- Family – $150 (Family = 2 adults of the same household and their dependent children under the age of 19 yrs (as of Dec 31st of the current registration year) Be sure to name all of the individuals in your family who ski when you register, so that they will be eligible for Club discounts and be covered by Cross Country Canada insurance.)
- E-news bulletins about club activities, snow conditions, notices, etc.
- Trail Shop discount – 10%
- Hub Cycle discount – 10%
- Low-cost x-c instructional programs for Youth and Adults
- Ski equipment rental program – your children will have the right equipment every season without the hassle of buying and selling as your children grow (while supply lasts)
- Access to Club Gear Swap – buy and sell used equipment (mid-November)
- Comprehensive liability insurance package through Cross Country Canada
- Membership in Cross Country Ski Nova Scotia and Cross Country Canada: ($15/individual or $38/family of club membership fees is directed to Cross Country Canada and Cross Country Nova Scotia)
- Social events and fun competitions
- Support for the cost of trail grooming by club volunteers on the Bryan Scallion ski trails at McDonald Sport Park in Waverley, Graves-Oakley Memorial Park in Spryfield. Brunello Estates near Timberlea and at Dollar Lake Provincial Park.
- Access to Club outings (eg. to Kougibougouac, Charlo)
- An easy way to meet 400+ other cross country skiers.

domain: sports


text:
Your credit score is a measure of how much risk a potential borrower represents. The lower the credit score the higher the risk to a lender. The higher the risk, the higher the interest rate. The higher the interest rate, the more your money goes to the lender and the less it stays in your control for you to use within your monthly spending plan – including saving it for the future. If your credit score isn’t accurate it could cost you thousands upon thousands of dollars over time. Your credit score is not an asset. Don’t let anyone make you think it’s that important, but it is worth monitoring and making sure it’s as healthy as possible.
When you go to purchase a large item like a car or more importantly your home, we will need to make sure your credit score is as good as we can get it for the aforementioned reasons. It is also key for it to be healthy because if too low, lenders may deny your loan application due to their unwillingness to take a chance on you. Remember, lenders are in the business of making money on the interest you pay them, but if you can’t repay them, it represents big headaches for them because they would then have the added expense of repossessing or foreclosing on the car or home that was used as collateral.
We care about your credit score for the sake of your financial future. Remember, we need to be good managers of our resources and one of these resources is our credit score. If you aren’t qualifying for that home (which is a brilliant piece of your financial plan) or if your rate is much higher than it should be due to inaccuracies on your credit report then these are items we need to adjust. We will want to work together to bring you the solution not only for the obstacle you face today, but also for the health and wellness of your financial future.


text:
Ambitions at an improving Leighton school are sky high– much like the way it chose to celebrate its most recent Ofsted report.
Having previously been a school requiring improvement, Beaudesert Lower, on Appenine Way, has now attained a ‘good’ Ofsted rating after a two-day inspection last month.
To celebrate the feat pupils were captured forming the letters of the school’s new rating during a flyover by pilot Graham Mountford, who was accompanied by staff members Francesca Butler and Lynda Badrick.
Parent and photographer Lewis Duncan joined the crew to snap what turned out to be a picture perfect moment.
More on this story in the LBO February 17 issue.


text:
Glenn Stanton has made Chicago his home after receiving his BFA in musical theater at Ohio Northern University. Since arriving he has worked with such theaters as Goodman, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Porchlight, Utah Shakespeare Festival, House Theater, Illinois Theater Center and Cumberland County Playhouse.
He is known for his work as a skilled actor and fierce stage combatant. While playing the role of Christian in the House Theater's "Cyrano", Chris Jones of The Chicago Tribune described his performance as "Eye poppingly perfect" and also said "His combat skills are impressive indeed!". Hedy Weiss of the Sun Times described him as "Absolutely right for the role!"
Mr. Stanton has also been seen on television working with Investigate Discovery, HGTV and was also the lead role of Isaiah Hunter in the Pilot "A King's Way".

domain: artistic


text:
Whether trying to lose weight through exercise, diet, or a combination of both, maintaining adequate hydration is essential to health. Eating less (and therefore consuming fewer calories) is an obvious way to lose weight, but it is essential to remember that food typically provides around 20-30% of the water we consume each day1. Half of the remainder after subtracting the contribution of food comes from drinking plain water, with the remainder coming from other beverages including tea, coffee, soft drinks and sports drinks. The potential for reduced contribution to water needs from food when dieting must be addressed by increasing the intake of foods high in water or by drinking more.
A sensible goal is to reduce body weight by 0.5-1.0 kg each week, which requires cutting down calorie intake by 3,500-7,000 calories per week (or 500-1,000 calories per day). Where possible it is recommended to cut calories by reducing dietary fat intake while maintaining protein (or even increasing it) and carbohydrate intake2. Cutting the calories in diet reduces water consumption, which should be corrected by additional fluid intake. Also important is choosing foods with a low energy density (and therefore a high water intake) such as fruits and vegetables which can keep us feeling full but that do not contain many calories.
Cutting fat from our diets would help reduce calorie intake and contribute to achievement of the above weight loss. Alternatively, energy expenditure can be increased by an exercise program: a brisk 30 minute walk will use up more than 200 calories for the average person. How much weight you will lose depends entirely on how you vary your diet and physical activity levels.
It is important to start exercise well hydrated, as failing to do so may make any exercise seem harder: the harder it feels, the less you are likely to do. We should also aim to rehydrate ourselves after any exercise program. In most cases if the exercise lasts less than an hour and is not vigorous, then water would be a good choice as it contains no calories. Other suitable options include very low-calorie soft drinks that have almost zero calories.
The total diet approach to healthy eating3 suggests that all foods and beverages can fit within a diet, if consumed in the appropriate portion size, in moderation, and combined with physical activity. Clearly, this does not legitimise unlimited consumption of foods with high energy and low nutrient density, but suggests that it is overly simplistic to endorse “good” foods and drinks and condemn “bad” foods and drinks.1. EFSA, Scientific Opinion on Dietary Reference Values for water. EFSA Journal 2010; 8:1459. 2. ‘A guide to nutrition and hydration for healthy and active lifestyles’, EHI website, http://www.europeanhydrationinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/EHI_Nutrition_and_Hydration_for_Active_Healthy_Lifestyles_Booklet_V6_AAFF_03_07_12.READ_ONLY_VERSION.pdf. 3. Freeland-Graves,J / Nitzke, S Position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics: A Total Diet Approach to Healthy Eating. J Acad Nutr Diet 2013; 113; 307-317.

domain: food


Assault case adjourned
A man who was convicted of assaulting a woman, causing her harm, in Dundalk nearly two years ago had his case adjourned at the district court last week after the judge was told the Probation Service is considering him for a programme they run.
Francis Trimble, (38), 12 Farndreg, Dundalk, pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to a woman on the Carrick Road on August 3 2014. The case had been adjourned to last week where solicitor Peter Lavery told Judge Flann Brennan his colleague, Judge Conal Gibbons, had heard the case last year. The defendant had been remanded on continuing bail for a probation report to be prepared, which, Mr Lavery said, was available.
Mr Lavery said the dates for the Probation Service-run programme, for which Trimble’s suitability is to be assessed, are not yet available. The solicitor said he had spoken to the probation officer before court that morning and he was suggesting that the case goes back to Judge Gibbons.
The court was told that Trimble needs to be assessed for the course and Judge Brennan adjourned the case to March 15.


SANTA BARBARA, Calif. -- The self-care industry is big business or was big business in Santa Barbara County until the COVID-19 pandemic hit.
County supervisors and public health officials had toyed with reopening nail salons, tattoo parlors, spas and other personal care businesses on Friday, but the Emergency Operations Center issued a statement on Wednesday evening that said, "The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department will not move forward in reopening expanded personal care service industries at this time. The California Department of Public Health issued guidance on June 12, 2020 for these industries, stating that reopening can be implemented only with County Health Officer approval following a review of local epidemiological data."
Supervisor Gregg Hart said the Public Health Department and Public Health Officer Dr. Henning Ansorg will evaluate the data and make a decision when they have confidence in the numbers.
The hospitalization numbers are posing the problem for the re-openings.
The county needs hospitalization numbers to remain stable before allowing more businesses to reopen.
The county reported hospitalizations up by more than 30 percent over a three day period. They said it should not exceed 10 percent.
Cielo Spa boutique owner Roxanne Zbinden has been in business on State Street for 14 years.
"It is just so much anxiety and stress and there are just some days I want to cry because I feel like I am going to lose my business over this," said Zbinden.
The single mom is not alone.
Her friend Shelby McKaig-Rowe owns Santa Barbara Spa on upper State Street.
"It is frustrating, too, because we are following all the rules, and people will go find someone who will do it illegally. So I almost feel like it is crazy, you just lose either way, " said McKaig-Rowe.
She thinks the state and county don't grasp what licensed estheticians are trained to do. She said they don't just do facials. They do hair removal, light therapy and offer skin care regimens, and tanning services, too.
The spa owners said they were the last to close and now it appears they maybe the last to reopen.
Zbinden just painted the walls of her rented space and is now worried about paying more rent without assistance.
Both businesswomen said they have waiting lists of clients wishing to return as soon as they get the okay to reopen.


The company has revamped its hatchback, five-door and convertible models. The range now comes with added goodies - extra standard-fit technology, enhanced customisation options and a new dual-clutch gearbox.
The models will launch first in the UK and will now come with front and rear LED lights as standard and optional matrix LED high beams. As far as the interior is concerned, there is a new three-spoke steering wheel with multifunction buttons and an updated 6.5-inch standard-fit infotainment system. The company offers a Mini Yours Customised service that allows buyers to create bespoke designs for 3D printed trim, illuminated door sills and LED projectors. There are three new colours also available in the range - Emerald Grey, Starlight Blue and Solaris Orange.
A new DCT dual-clutch automatic gearbox is also available now. The seven-speed Steptronic system features an electric gear selector. The Cooper S automatics come with paddleshifters as well. The engines remain unchanged – three petrols and two diesels.


1.B.Tech. Semester VII - UV Patel College of Engineering
I.C engine –petrol or diesel, two strokes or four strokes. ..... System, Advantages over Conventional System, Ignition Timings Spark Plug, Spark Advance ... B.L. Singhal, “I.C. Engines & Automobile Energy”, Tech-Max Publications Pune. 3.
2.Internal Combustion Engines
Applications, actual working of IC engines, valve and port timing diagrams. 1. 2. ... -Ignition system like battery, magneto, and electronic, spark plug, firing order. ... 3. Internal combustion engines by B.L..Singhal ( Tech-max publications, Pune).
161902_INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES
3.Analysing the implementation of six stroke engine in a hybrid car
Jan 10, 2014 ... The six stroke engine consists of 2 chambers having internal combustion and ... ignition takes place as a spark plug is used to ignite the compressed mixture and ... useful in high load capacity engine, this system can be seen in aircrafts. 2.1.2. ....  B. L. Singhal, internal combustion engine.  S. I. Gavhale ...
4.Curriculum Vitae - pecos - The University of Texas at Austin
(member K11 committee on heat transfer in fire and combustion systems, Fellow of .... Singhal, S., El-Khatib, B., Stuber, J., Sreenivasan, S.V., Ezekoye O.A., .... M.D. Rumminger, X. Zhou, K. Balakrishnan, B.L. Edgar, and O.A. Ezekoye, " Regeneration .... on Combustion Stability in a Direct Injection Spark Ignition Engine", ...
5.web copy letter for purchase of books - Shri Tulja Bhavani College of ...
System Analysis and Modeling ... A Course in internal combustion Engines. Dhanpat .... Singhal Sandip ... Theraja B L ... Computer Simulations of Spark Ignition.
6.U.P. TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW
Laser System and Applications. EOE-034/EOE-044 ...... Introduction to working of IC engines: Compression Ignition engines, Spark Ignition engines, 2 stroke .... B.R. Gupta & Vandana Singhal, “Fundamentals of Electrical Machines”, New Age .
7.Curriculum 2011 Regulation - M.Kumarasamy College Of Engineering
System. 3 1 0. 4. 50. 50. 100. UEI12711 Biomedical Instrumentation. 3 0 0. 3 .... B.L.Theraja and A.K.Theraja „A Text Book Of Electrical Technology‟, S.Chand ... Air standard cycles, IC engines and gas turbines - Air standard cycles: Otto ... stroke engines - Working principle of spark ignition and compression ignition engines.
8.To Get Detailed Information - AMU - Aligarh Muslim University
Aug 1, 2012 ... I.C. Engines and Combustion Engineering ... Internal Combustion Engines .... Dimensions and units, system, boundary, types of systems and boundaries, ..... Two Dimensional Boundary Layer Flow: Prandtl B.L. Equation, B.L. along a flat ..... Types of spark plug, Hot plug and cold plug, Ignition timing, Spark ...


text:
The latest unquote" UK Watch, produced in association with Corbett Keeling, reveals Britain has a thriving smaller buyout segment, but at the cost of waning larger deals.
Windhoist Holdings is Star Capital's sixth acquisition from its Strategic Assets III vehicle
Both Palatine Private Equity Fund III and IV used Evercore as their placement agent
GP deploys capital from its DBAG Fund VII, which held a final close on its €1bn hard-cap in 2016
Pemberton's most recent fundraise brings the direct lender's assets under management to €5.5bn


text:
[NAFEX] Carpenter bees as pollinators
kc5gxc at gmail.com
Sun Apr 25 19:47:24 EDT 2010
I have lots of carpenter bees here. They cover the blueberry bushes when
they are in bloom.
My house is cedar board and batten. They had it looking like Swiss cheese.
Last year I had to get vinyl siding put on because the wind was blowing thru
the house, thanks to the bees.
The bees are not happy about this. They were all over the blueberry bushes
again this spring, but are now hanging out around the barn. The barn's
future is dim if another hurricane comes thru...
More information about the nafex

domain: biology


6 Changes to the Affordable Care Act
Nov. 27, 2013 -- To put it in surgical terms, the Affordable Care Act has had some work done. Here are six major changes made in recent months.
1. Consumers Have an Extra Week to Buy 2014 Coverage
Because of all the technical glitches affecting health insuranceMarketplace web sites, the federal government is giving consumers more time to buy coverage that will begin on Jan. 1, 2014. People can now buy coverage as late as Dec. 23, 2013, instead of Dec. 15. This only applies to the federally run Marketplaces. States that run their own may have different deadlines.
Consumers will still be able to buy coverage for 2014 after this deadline. But it won't start on Jan. 1, and they must buy it no later than March 31, 2014, when open enrollment ends.
2. Customers Have More Time to Sign Up
The deadline to avoid a tax penalty was also extended. Although the open enrollment period has not changed and still runs through the end of March, to avoid a penalty, the system required people to buy coverage by Feb. 15.
People can now buy coverage all the way through the last day of open enrollment on March 31, 2014, without facing penalties.
3. Enrollment Period Will Be Later for 2015
Americans can buy coverage for 2015 from Nov. 14, 2014, to Jan. 15, 2015. That's a change from the previously announced enrollment period of Oct. 15, 2014, to Dec. 7, 2014.
Officials said the change will give insurers more time to figure out their rates for 2015.


text:
Can I eat normally with a dental crown? Yes, you can generally eat normally with a dental crown. Dental crowns are designed to restore the function of a damaged or decayed tooth, allowing you to bite and chew as you would with your natural teeth. However, there are a few considerations to keep in mind to ensure the longevity and well-being of your dental crown.
Navigating Life with a Dental Crown: Eating, Care, and FAQs
Dental crowns are a common dental restoration designed to restore the function and aesthetics of a damaged tooth. One common question that individuals with dental crowns often ask is, “Can I eat normally with a dental crown?” In this comprehensive article, we will explore the considerations for eating with a dental crown, provide tips for care, and address frequently asked questions to ensure individuals have a thorough understanding of living with this dental prosthetic.
Eating with a Dental Crown
1. Normal Eating Habits
A dental crown is crafted to mimic the natural tooth’s strength and function. As such, individuals with dental crowns can generally enjoy their normal eating habits. This includes biting into a variety of foods and chewing without significant restrictions.
2. Avoid Excessive Force
While dental crowns are durable, it is advisable to avoid subjecting them to excessive force. Refrain from biting down on extremely hard substances, such as ice, hard candies, or popcorn kernels. These can potentially damage the crown or the underlying tooth structure.
3. Be Cautious with Sticky Foods
Sticky or chewy foods, such as caramels or chewing gum, can pose a risk to dental crowns. They may pull on the crown or even dislodge it. While this is not a common occurrence, being cautious with sticky foods can contribute to the longevity of the dental crown.
Care Tips for Dental Crowns
1. Maintain Good Oral Hygiene
Practicing good oral hygiene is crucial for the health of your dental crown and the surrounding teeth. Brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss daily, and use an antiseptic mouthwash to reduce the risk of gum disease and decay.
2. Attend Regular Dental Check-ups
Regular dental check-ups are essential to monitor the condition of your dental crown. Oour dentist will assess the fit, integrity, and overall health of the crown during these visits. Any issues can be identified and addressed early on.
3. Address Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common dental condition characterised by the grinding or clenching of teeth. This involuntary habit can have various causes and can lead to detrimental effects on oral health.
If you have a tendency to grind your teeth, known as bruxism, discuss this with our dentists. Teeth grinding can exert excessive force on dental crowns, leading to damage over time. Your dentist may recommend a night guard to protect your teeth.
4. Choose a Balanced Diet
A balanced diet not only contributes to your overall health but also benefits your oral health. Nutrient-rich foods support the strength of your teeth, including dental crowns. Consider incorporating foods high in calcium, vitamin D, and phosphorus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I eat normally with a dental crown?
Yes, you can generally eat normally with a dental crown. Dental crowns are designed to restore the function of a damaged or decayed tooth, allowing you to bite and chew as you would with your natural teeth.
2. Are there any restrictions on the types of foods I can eat with a dental crown?
While there are no strict restrictions, it is advisable to avoid extremely hard or sticky foods that can potentially damage or dislodge the dental crown. Maintaining a balanced diet supports the longevity of the crown.
3. Can I drink hot or cold beverages with a dental crown?
Yes, you can consume hot or cold beverages with a dental crown. However, if the crown is made of materials like metal, it may conduct temperature, leading to sensitivity. In such cases, it’s best to consult with our dentist.
4. How long do dental crowns typically last?
The lifespan of a dental crown varies depending on factors such as the material used, oral hygiene practices, and individual habits. On average, dental crowns can last between 5 to 15 years or longer with proper care.
5. Is there any discomfort associated with eating after getting a dental crown?
In most cases, individuals do not experience discomfort while eating with a dental crown. However, if you notice persistent discomfort, it’s advisable to consult with our dentist to ensure the crown’s proper fit.
6. Can dental crowns stain or discolour over time?
While certain materials, such as porcelain, are resistant to staining, others may show signs of discolouration over time. Maintaining good oral hygiene and avoiding excessive consumption of staining substances can help preserve the crown’s appearance.
7. Are there any special care instructions for dental crowns?
While dental crowns do not require special care, practicing good oral hygiene, attending regular dental check-ups, and addressing teeth grinding if present are essential for maintaining the crown’s health and longevity.
8. Can I participate in contact sports with a dental crown?
Engaging in contact sports with a dental crown is generally safe. However, it’s advisable to use a mouthguard to protect your teeth, including the crown, from potential injury.
9. Can dental crowns be whitened if they become discoloured?
Dental crowns, especially those made of porcelain, do not respond to traditional teeth whitening methods. If discolouration occurs, your dentist may recommend replacement or alternative cosmetic solutions.
10. Can I get a cavity under a dental crown?
While dental crowns cover and protect the tooth, it is still possible to develop decay at the margin where the crown meets the natural tooth. Regular dental check-ups are crucial for early detection and prevention of such issues.
Living with a dental crown
Living with a dental crown should not significantly alter your lifestyle, including your eating habits. With proper care and attention to oral hygiene, individuals can enjoy the benefits of a restored tooth while confidently navigating daily activities. If you have specific concerns or questions about your dental crown, consulting with our dentist ensures personalised guidance and ongoing support for your oral health.
Why Choose Orchard Cottage Dental for Your Dental CrownsAt Orchard Cottage Dental in Lightwater, Surrey, our commitment to your dental crown experience is unparalleled. Our journey begins with personalised consultations, recognising that every patient is unique. We attentively listen to your concerns and conduct a comprehensive oral health assessment, guiding you through the decision-making process with transparency. Our seasoned dental professionals ensure precise and aesthetically pleasing crown placements, utilising advanced techniques and materials. We stay ahead in dental technology, employing state-of-the-art equipment for precise measurements. Most importantly, we prioritise your comfort with pain-free procedures and a gentle approach, making even the most anxious patients feel relaxed. At Orchard Cottage Dental, your satisfaction and well-being are our top priorities.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Hande Hamevi03/01/2024Excellent practice. I was treated by Dr. Shah. Being a nervous patient, I had been neglecting my teeth. But Dr. Shah was amazing. Thanks to her expertise and patience with me, I have brilliant teeth now. I definitely recommend this practice.Shivani Mehta02/01/2024Dr. Shah is one of the best dentists I have seen. Very friendly and right aptitude about her profession. Highly recommendedLee Ricky11/12/2023Dr Shah is being very patient to my son, and provide excellent advise to him, and her efforts let my son feels comfort and clam. She is an excellent dentist.John Benson05/12/2023A quickly arranged appointment after a lost filling. Quickly repelled by a great team, 👍Mose Badjie28/11/2023Doctor Shah is an exceptional dentist who is brilliant on her job. She is so caring, lovely and jovial. Doctor is one of a kind and one of the best dentist we have ever meet. We give a big thank U to Doctor Shah. You are the best dentist.Richard France22/11/2023First class dentistry will kind friendly serviceChitra Gurung09/11/2023Great service by Brilliant Dr Shah and her assistant. She really made comforting and ease for my 8 yrs old. I will recommend everyone to Dr Shah and her team.Jessica Spath06/11/2023Kind practitioners providing excellent dental carehenry white-smith01/11/2023In response to a request to repair a broken front tooth, firstly I was given an appointment within five working days. The repair was fully carried out with a total colour match on the two teeth involved. I was totally relaxed for the session which was expertly carried out.


text:
My friend, Chuck, has the greenest dog I ever knew. Toby and Chuck came to live at Yoga House a few months ago and moved into the pod next to mine. There was some concern at the outset about Toby because he is a huge dog and appears to be all or mostly pit bull, and with our garden projects we weren’t sure having a big pit bull in the house would be conducive to gardening, or yoga for that matter. Boy, are we happy we let Toby in. He’s the coolest dog I’ve ever seen, and what’s more, he’s a real eco-hero. I sat down with Chuck and asked about some of the ways he’s helped make Toby a green dog, and here is what I learned: Toby is a raw foodist. Chuck feeds Toby raw meat bones, such as turkey legs, turkey and chicken backs and turkey necks. He also asks the butcher for marrow bones. Chuck says marrow bones are cheap and nutritious; as for the raw meat bones, they’re not processed or heated, and there is no extra packaging or transportation necessary. I grew up hearing you can’t give a dog chicken or turkey bones, but in fact it’s only when meat is cooked that the bones become brittle. Raw bones are completely safe for an animal to chew, as they won’t splinter like cooked bones. Chuck has asked all of us at Yoga House to allow Toby to clean the food residue/waste from our dishes and recyclable containers. Most containers need to be rinsed out before recycling anyway, and we don’t have a garbage disposal in our sink, so when Toby cleans the plates before we wash them, it’s a win-win. Of course, use supervision with recyclable containers, or your dog might eat the plastic! Sticks, branches, grass and dirt are all normal for dogs to eat and chew on, and Chuck finds sticks and branches for Toby on every walk. Chewing branches and sticks promotes good oral hygiene and digestion. Just make sure it’s clean, meaning dirt from the earth only. I’ve never really known dogs that love eating vegetables, but Toby sure does. I have seen him refuse some veggies, but he can’t get enough of others, such as carrots and broccoli stalks. Chuck suggests seeing if you can start introducing more vegetables into your dog’s diet. He says it’s common for dogs to refuse veggies at first, so what he did with Toby initially was to do a quick stir fry with a little oil and a dash of salt or seasoning. Eventually, Toby started begging for carrots, apples, bananas, berries, squash or whatever else is good. Some dogs don’t like greens, so experiment and see what yours might enjoy. In the garden, you can use the old bowl water to keep plants alive. Spread the love and make sure to water according to the type of plant, but there’s no reason just to dump out your dog’s water bowl into the sink as long as there are plants that could use it. Now, about giving Fido a green makeover, Chuck says, “Dig, dig, dig, walk, walk, walk.” Keep your dog’s nails cut short and manageable; you shouldn’t need clippers or an expensive grooming bill. Besides, what better way is there to show love for a dog than taking him or her on long walks? Both digging and walking help calm the dog by reducing stress and releasing pent-up energy. Watch where you walk your dog, however, and always opt for dirt over concrete. Don’t let your dog run around on the concrete. Chuck says it can lead to injury, and later in life, bad arthritis and pain. Natural ground is always better for Fido than anything man made! Finally, Chuck advises to brown bag it! “Forget the plastic,” he says. “Use brown paper bags to pick up dog waste. It’s better for the earth, and your wallet.”
The Greenest Dog I Know
How a neighbor’s dog changed this writer’s perception on green pet care.

domain: pet


text:
(CNN) – For Newt Gingrich, it's like Bill Clinton never left.
The former House Speaker tells the conservative Human Events the second half of Obama's term has essentially become "the third term of the Clintons."
"I think it's fascinating," said Gingrich in the interview published Friday. "You're sort of seeing the beginning of the third term of the Clintons because the first two years of Obama was such a failure in popular acceptance."
Since overseeing massive midterm losses, the president has installed several former Clinton administration officials, including selecting Clinton commerce Secretary Bill Daley as his chief of staff and former Clinton economic guru Gene Sperling as director of the National Economic Council. Meanwhile, former Clinton domestic policy adviser Bruce Reed has become chief of staff to Vice President Joe Biden.
"It's almost a Chicago-machine musical game, and all of it represents an increase in power for Bill Clinton," said Gingrich.
Gingrich, who is thought to be a likely Republican presidential candidate, may just hope his comments needle members of the left wing of the Democratic Party, many of whom think Clinton, and now Obama, are governing too far toward the center.
"It must be fascinating to be one of those left-wing activist groups that spent so much time and energy beating Hillary Clinton because they didn't want to see this kind of administration," he said.
But Gingrich doesn't want to give the impression Obama actually is a moderate president – after all, he will need the support of independents if he faces off against Obama - saying the administration uses "the language of the center-right, while in fact fighting for the policies of the left.
Anyone but failin palin
It must be maddening that his old nemisis, Bill Clinton, still has the upper hand!
No way I would vote for Gingrich. He is way too close to the Republican base. The last President who was that close to his base ended up in 8 years of misery followed by a two year massive hangover.
Good deal!!! Look how great they did in their first two terms. GO CLINTONS!!!!!!!!!!
And why does anyone listen to Gingrich?
Even if this were true, what's the problem? The economy experienced rapid economic growth and the federal budget was in surplus during Clinton's presidency. Newt is an idiot.
I don't care who is in control as long as the economy keeps heading in the right direction. I always liked an Obama Clinton team
Newt still spewing his idiotic and insane rhetoric. Nice to know some things never change. Keep it up Newt – it will ensure you never get elected again. The American people are on to you now. Some of us have long memories and remember you from before you took you little hiatus (tail tucked between your legs). If you do throw your hat in the ring, the Dems will have a field day pulling out all you old sound bites and showing you for exactly what you are.
Fool us once, shame on you. Fool us twice, shame on us – and we are not buying it this time. You are the only Fool here if you actually think "we the people" would put in power.
Great news! Maybe he can help get the budget surplus back that 'W' & the rest of the "fiscally responsible" republicans ran into the ground!
Poor little insignificant meet! It's the obama administration you idiot! !!!! Sad,so sad from someone who left congress in disgrace.
Clinton never left?? Unfortunately Clinton left and we got stuck with the putrid GOP & GW Bush. Newt is as dumb as a box of rock because we remember Clinton as giving us a SURPLUS before the greedy GOP and their corporate masters killed the economy
Does it strike anyone else that Gingrich, in one set of comments, essentially contradicts himself? A better question would be whether that contradiction surprises anyone. Senator Cohen's recent remarks were certainly ill timed. But his statement about short blasts of propaganda fits Gingrich to a tee.
This is not news. This is the reason why Newt is not in office and never will be again. He is polarizing, his conclusions of political decisions are more akin to conspiracy theories and he has no public responsibility. I don't find it shocking that he would state this "third Clinton term" non-sense, because it's the same non-sense he was sputtering out 10-12 years ago. I don't even know why reporting on his comments are necessary since he won't run for the presidency and his influence over voters is minimal and regional at best.
And the person saying this is the second coming of Richard Nixon. Gingrich, shut up and go away...PLEASE!
Just feelin' bad for Newt. Envy much?
Hey Gingrich go and crawl back into your hole nobody cares what you say.
Ummmm jealous much?
Take me back to the Clinton years, 401k was growing by leaps and bounds and I was getting raises! No wars, people were happy and oh yes Newt was speaker, the only drawback of going back, but old Newt he's a real piece of work, remember he left his wife while she was dying, so moral. . .
53 percent approval rating is a failure? Being a moderate is a sellout? Really, I think the "mainstream" or the President really doesn't care what the 15% extreme left or right has to say about anything anymore Newt. Nor should they. I that what YOU are afraid of?
For two years Obama has been adept at saying one thing while doing another. But I take it as a postive if Obama is now open to helping the economy rather than trashing corporations who most of us work for. So if his misguided agenda the last two years is a thing of the past I am happy for the President as it could be huge.


We’ve been a leader in energy efficiency, solar installations, and energy choice aggregation. Pursuing this opportunity for a microgrid is a wise next step toward energy independence and resiliency.
Ossining, NY (PRWEB) July 17, 2015
The Village of Ossining has been named a winner in the NY Prize Microgrid Competition, a first-in-the nation $40 million competition to help communities in New York State create microgrids. As one of 23 communities in the Mid-Hudson region selected as a Stage 1 winner, the Village will receive $100,000 to complete a feasibility assessment for the creation of a standalone energy system that can operate independently in the event of a power outage.
NY Prize is a three-stage competition administered by NYSERDA, with support from the Governor’s Office of Storm Recovery, to support community grid planning and development. NY Prize offers support for feasibility studies, audit-grade engineering design and business planning, and project build-out and post-operational monitoring.
The Village of Ossining’s feasibility assessment will evaluate a project to construct a community microgrid to serve several vital facilities within the Village during an emergency. The proposed microgrid would draw power from combined heat and power, solar, and energy storage, and would provide electricity to such critical facilities as the Birdsall-Fagan Police & Court Facility, Ossining Fire Department headquarters, several water facilities, the Ossining Union Free School District, the Joseph G. Caputo Community Center, Sing Sing Prison, the John Paul Rodrigues Operations Center, and Cablevision Hub and Dispatch Operations.
“Ossining has made smart investments in emergency backup systems for our infrastructure,” said Village of Ossining Mayor Victoria Gearty. “We’ve been a leader in energy efficiency, solar installations, and energy choice aggregation. Pursuing this opportunity for a microgrid is a wise next step toward energy independence and resiliency.”
The severity of past storms such as Hurricanes Irene and Sandy have led the Village to aggressively invest in systems to support electric supply to critical facilities during outages. Ossining has also implemented several efficiency initiatives such as LED street lights, energy efficiency upgrades, the municipal solar buying program, and municipal energy aggregation. The proposed NY Prize project focuses on leveraging these existing initiatives into a community resiliency microgrid that will add higher levels of renewable energy, energy storage, combined heat and power, building load control, and advanced microgrid control strategies.
The project, led by Green Energy Corp, will receive close support from the Village of Ossining, Sustainable Westchester, Hitachi Consulting, GI Energy, and Pace Energy and Climate Center. Collectively, the technical team has conducted more than 40 microgrid feasibility studies around the world.
Once feasibility assessments are complete, the NY Prize Selection Committee will approve up to $1,000,000 in funding for approximately ten detailed designs and, in the final stage, up to $7,000,000 per project for the build and construction of approximately five community microgrids across New York State. To learn more about NY Prize and the competition structure, visit http://www.nyserda.ny.gov/ny-prize.
The Village Manager’s Office is located at 16 Croton Avenue in Ossining, NY. They can be reached at 914-941-3554 or http://www.villageofossining.org.
About the Village of Ossining
On April 2, 1813, the Village of Ossining became the first incorporated village in Westchester County to be state-chartered. Today, Ossining is a culturally diverse, affordable place to live, rich in both history and natural beauty. Approximately 25,600 people reside in the three and one half square miles of this historic Village on the Hudson River, which boasts extensive shopping, recreational programs, educational enrichment opportunities, and excellent municipal services. Ossining’s role in New York’s heritage has been recognized by its inclusion, as one of only 14 areas, in an Urban Cultural Park System designed to attract visitors to the State. Visit http://www.villageofossining.org for more information.
About NY Prize
NY Prize helps communities reduce costs, promote clean energy, and build reliability and resiliency into the electric grid. NY Prize is a part of a statewide endeavor to modernize New York State’s electric grid, spurring innovation and community partnerships with utilities, local governments, and private sector. Our mission is to enable the technological, operational, and business models that will help communities reduce costs, promote clean energy, and build reliability and resiliency into the grid. Visit http://www.nyserda.ny.gov/ny-prize for more information.


Royal Brass & Hose is your premier supplier for full and half shaft PTO agricultural driveline assemblies and replacement parts. Get your tractor shaft assemblies and parts to repair your farming equipment and elements. We stock North American, metric, and constant velocity styles. Eliminate your downtime.
Need help decoding a PTO driveline?


text:
The Radisson Blu St Helen's Hotel offers 151 guestrooms including 25 business class suites, some of which are balcony suites with spectacular views of our 4 acres of manicured gardens. We offer conference and meeting facilities for up to 350 delegates, with all rooms offering natural daylight, air-conditioning and high speed complimentary Wi-Fi.
The Pembroke Suite is the largest space and can cater for 150 people in a classroom set-up, 350 people theatre style or 260 people for a gala dinner. Cars can also be brought into this room so ideal for car launches. The Pembroke Level also contains a large reception area, a dedicated kitchen, rest rooms and 2 breakout rooms for up to 70 delegates.
The hotel also offers 6 smaller meeting options in the original building suitable for up to 70 people. There is also 220 complimentary on-site car parking spaces.

domain: travel