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CHICAGO, IL – Sept 6th, 2017 – Sterling Trading Tech (STT) announced today the deployment of its new real-time risk solution, the Sterling Risk Engine, to Prophecy Asset Management.
STT launched its new risk solution earlier this summer which calculates intraday, real-time risk based haircuts based on the OCC methodology for portfolio margin. The Sterling Risk Engine also calculates risk due to market shocks and volatility shifts at user-defined levels. Deployed as a cloud-based service, it supports multiple trading platforms with low-cost integration. Due to unprecedented low market volatility, monitoring risk has become even more important due to greater chance of a sudden shock to the markets.
Prophecy Asset Management specializes in multi-manager trading platforms and offers investors a variety of unique, multi-manager investment programs designed to mitigate downside volatility, while seeking to consistently deliver stable returns. John Caruso, Managing Director, states “Prophecy has years of extensive experience with Sterling’s trading platforms and technology. Our recent project of implementing the new risk systems has been very positive. The setup and integration was flawless.”
Sterling’s flexible service-based model offers quick and easy risk analytics set-up with no hardware or software required, eliminating the need for firms to build their own valuation engine. This gives brokers, clearing firms, hedge funds and proprietary trading groups the ability to monitor their risk and portfolio margin intraday.
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Everyone's favorite Klingon is putting together a "Star Trek" dream team.
As a pivotal component of IDW Publishing's efforts to build out their expanding world of "Star Trek" comic books starting with a new flagship "Star Trek" series coming later this month, the first bold expansion of that initiative is streaking towards comic shops for a March 2023 premiere.
Written by Chris Cantwell ("Iron Man," "Namor," "Star Wars: Obi-Wan") and injected with absorbing artwork from Ángel Unzueta ("Iron Man," "Star Wars: Poe Dameron"), "Star Trek: Defiant" will be an ongoing series where fan-favorite character Lieutenant Commander Worf recruits a hand-picked crew to stop an evil intergalactic threat.
Here's the official IDW synopsis:
In "Defiant," someone is killing the gods … but while Benjamin Sisko and the U.S.S. Theseus have been facing the threats in the higher cosmos, very real casualties are growing on lower ground. The true enemy is a man, not a god, and Worf of House Martok has put together his own crew aboard the U.S.S. Defiant in the hopes of defeating the dangerous messiah behind a genocidal cult. Pulling from all eras of "Star Trek" canon to create something wholly unique and unexpected, "Star Trek: Defiant" unites some of the strongest personalities in the franchise — including Spock, B’Elanna, Lore, and more—on a mission with very little guarantee of success!
"Ever since I made my dad take me to my first "Star Trek" convention when I was ten, I have been waiting for this moment," says Cantwell. "When Heather Antos, Jackson Lanzing, and Collin Kelly reached out to me about writing the first book to spin out of their flagship 'Star Trek' title, I wanted the quality to match my massive wells of enthusiasm; I knew this book needed to be undeniably 'Star Trek' first and foremost, but also something new and complex that would have readers leaning forward as they engaged with a more unexpected journey to the stars.
"Whereas the new 'Star Trek' book carries forward the grand tradition of Starfleet's saga of discovery and exploration, 'Defiant' immediately sets out to break the rules of the Federation and go on a fugitive run from Starfleet with a cast of Trek's best iconoclastic heroes and ne'er-do-wells, each of them straddling worlds in their identities and calibrations in their moral compasses as they embark on a high-stakes galactic manhunt … the Prime Directive be damned."
Spanish illustrator Ángel Unzueta admits his great excitement over joining the "Star Trek" universe and considers it a huge challenge, but one he'll gladly undertake.
"It will be very exciting to show how far our crew can go to save the universe, how many rules they can break just to make things right, how badass these guys can be when compared to the more clean-cut crew of the Theseus from the ongoing series," says Unzueta. "Also, I'm working with a great writer, friend, and partner from our Iron Man days, and with my favorite editor, who is pushing me to the stars once again. I am so excited and ready to make this book a new experience for the Trek audience!"
IDW's "Star Trek: Defiant #1" drops into Earth orbit in March of 2023 accompanied by a number of special variant covers courtesy of series artist Ángel Unzueta, Malachi Ward, Declan Shalvey, David Aja, and Daniel Warren Johnson.
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The U.S. has added more than 56,000 new coronavirus cases, including at least 15,000 in the state of Florida, resulting in 3.3 million cases with more than 135,000 deaths nationwide. This is because President Donald Trump is pushing schools to reopen and threaten to cut funds for those who oppose politics.
Brazil, the second largest coronavirus hotspot in the world after the United States, has registered 631 new deaths, with a new total of at least 1,864,681 confirmed cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. However, experts say that the actual number of cases could be far greater than the test delays.
Companies around the world will raise up to $ 1
Mexican officials say the number of confirmed COVID-19 deaths has exceeded 35,000, making it the fourth highest death toll country in the world to beat Italy. The country’s confirmed cases are approaching 300,000.
More than 12.87 million people around the world have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and nearly 568,000 have died, according to a Johns Hopkins University report. Almost 7.1 million patients have recovered.
Here are the latest updates.
Monday July 13th
04:14 GMT – Northern Spain is tightening the regional block
Regional authorities in northeastern Spain have tightened health barriers and restricted over 140,000 people from leaving their homes for work and other important activities, the Associated Press news agency reported.
The Catalan authorities announced the delivery on Sunday, a week after they had already made limited trips to and from 210,000 inhabitants in the county of El Segria due to an outbreak of the virus that causes COVID-19.
With 138,000 inhabitants, Lleida is one of the municipalities in which people are confined to their homes.
The outbreak in rural areas is linked to agricultural and seasonal workers, many of whom work and live in precarious conditions.
In total, Spain has almost 254,000 cases and over 28,000 deaths.
03:58 GMT – Germany’s confirmed coronavirus cases increase by 159 to 198,963
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany rose by 159 to 198,963, the Reuters news agency reported on Monday, citing data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases.
The reported death toll increased by one to 9,064.
03:33 GMT – Japan, U.S., discuss jump in COVID-19 cases at Okinawa bases
Japan and the United States share information about coronavirus cases at U.S. military bases in Okinawa Prefecture, a government spokesman said on Monday after 62 new cases were confirmed at three bases.
The Reuters news agency quoted the Okinawa government as saying that 39 people at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, 22 people at Camp Hansen, and 1 person at Camp Kinser tested positive for COVID-19 between July 7 and 12.
“Japan and the United States share information on the activity history of infected military personnel,” said cabinet chief Yushihide Suga at a regular press conference.
03:13 GMT – Honduras extends the curfew for corona viruses by another week
Honduras will extend its corona virus curfew by another week to tame the coronavirus pandemic, the Reuters news agency said, citing the country’s security ministry.
Honduras first imposed a curfew in March, but the government has been talking about slowly reopening companies to help the economy in recent weeks.
02:48 GMT – New coronavirus cases in Australia related to the bar for freight drivers
Australia’s most populous state reported 14 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, with a growing cluster in a pub used by freight drivers traveling the country increasing fears of a second national wave of the virus, according to Reuters news agency.
The new cases in New South Wales occur after the neighboring state of Victoria forced approximately 5 million people to lock again last week after a flood of new coronavirus cases.
Australia has quickly and rigorously avoided other nations’ high COVID-19 casualties, registering fewer than 10,000 coronavirus cases, or about a sixth of the daily cases in the United States, in recent days.
However, the authorities are concerned about the increasing number of Community transfers. This was responsible for 8 of the 14 new cases in New South Wales in the last 24 hours, while the rest were people who have returned from overseas and are already in hotel quarantine or who have returned from Victoria.
02.02 a.m .: GMT – The Philippines report 162 coronavirus deaths, the largest daily increase
The Philippine Health Department confirmed 162 new coronavirus deaths on Monday, the largest increase in casualties in a day, according to a Ministry of Health official, and the authorities confirmed some previous cases that were added to the list.
The health ministry said the total number of deaths had reached 1,534, while confirmed infections had increased by 2,124 to 56,259, according to the Reuters news agency.
“In the context of ongoing data harmonization, we cannot avoid seeing cases that are not yet included in our official death toll,” health secretary Maria Rosario Vergeire said at a press conference.
Of the 162 victims, more than half died in June and a third in July, she added, adding that the Ministry expects more to be reported due to our data reconciliation efforts.
01:37 GMT – South Korea cases increase to around 60 daily
The new virus cases in South Korea rose to more than 60 on Monday as the number of imported cases and cluster infections in major cities continued to increase, the Yonhap news agency reported.
The country added 62 cases, including 19 local infections, and increased the total number of cases to 13,479, Yonhap citing the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC).
The record marked a sharp increase in 44 new virus cases reported on Sunday and 35 on Saturday. It was the highest since the number of daily virus cases on Wednesday was 63.
No additional deaths were reported and the death toll remained at 289.
01:10 GMT – China reports eight new active cases, seven asymptomatic people
Mainland China reported eight new COVID-19 cases at the end of July 12, up from seven the previous day, the Reuters news agency said Monday, citing the Chinese national health authority.
The National Health Commission said in a statement that all of the new cases were an infected infection involving overseas travelers, just like the seven cases the day before. The capital Beijing did not report any new confirmed cases for the seventh day in a row.
The commission also reported six new asymptomatic patients who were infected with the coronavirus but had no symptoms compared to five the day before. China does not consider such patients as confirmed cases.
The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases for mainland China is now 83,602, while the death toll remains unchanged at 4,634.
00:53 GMT – Mexico reports 4,482 new coronavirus cases, 276 more deaths
The Mexican Department of Health reported 4,482 new confirmed coronavirus infections and 276 additional deaths, totaling 299,750 cases and 35,006 deaths in the country.
The government has said that the actual number of people infected is likely to be significantly higher than the confirmed number. Reuters news agency said on Sunday.
00:35 GMT – 100,000 coronavirus cases have been registered in Argentina
Argentina has recorded more than 100,000 cases of novel coronavirus infections as a result of struggling to quarantine the capital, Buenos Aires and the surrounding area, to curb rising case rates.
The health ministry said on Sunday that 2,657 new cases were confirmed overnight, for a total of 100,166.
The South American country put a strict quarantine in mid-March to stop the pandemic. Restrictions were eased slightly in May, but reintroduced to Buenos Aires and the surrounding area in late June, as an increase in some cases occurred.
The death toll in Argentina from COVID-19, the coronavirus disease, is 1,845, far from the 71,469 in Brazil through Sunday and the 11,682 in Peru.
00:01 GMT – More than 72,000 corona viruses were killed in Brazil
Brazil, the second largest coronavirus hotspot in the world after the United States, has registered 631 new deaths. A total of 1,864,681 cases were confirmed, the Reuters news agency said, citing the country’s health ministry.
Brazil has officially reported 72,100 deaths since the end of Sunday, the ministry said.
The number of deaths and cases over the weekend is usually lower due to inconsistent reports. Experts say the actual totals are likely to be much higher due to a lack of testing.
Hello and welcome to Al Jazeera’s ongoing coverage of the coronavirus pandemic. I’m Ted Regencia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James announces the establishment of the Mayor’s Transition Team Committee, a group of local residents, community leaders, and experts who have volunteered their time to work with Mayor James and City staff over the next 100 days to review City policies and goals and then make recommendations on how to tackle critical issues to improve the City of West Palm Beach.
Chaired by Don Kiselewski, Florida Power & Light executive and Former Chair of the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches, the Mayor’s Transition Team Committee consists of eight policy committees: Arts, Culture, Education and Recreation; Economic Development & Jobs; Environment & Sustainability; Government Efficiency, Budget & Taxes; Homelessness; Neighborhoods First; Public Safety; Transportation, Mobility and Transit.
The Transition Team Committee members were selected by Mayor James based on their experience, diversity of ideas, and ability to fulfill leadership needs.
The Mayor’s Transition Team goals include:
Producing a concise report within 100 days that outlines opportunities, strategies, policies and priorities within eight key focus areas that will launch the success of the Mayor Keith A. James Administration;
Providing Mayor James with a list of recommendations for immediate consideration and potential implementation within the first 100 days;
Identifying ‘near term’ (prior to December 31, 2020) and ‘long-term’ (2021 and beyond) opportunities, strategies, policies and priorities;
Utilizing the best information, community resources and staff input to make recommendations.
“I am focused on listening to our community and ensuring we have a diversity of ideas and experiences to help guide our city forward,” said Mayor James. “I am thankful to Chair Don Kiselewski and to the Transition Team Committee members for their service and commitment to our City. I trust they will take my vision, look at additional opportunities and provide valuable input and recommendations as we work together towards our shared goal: to make our City even better.”
“This will be a big undertaking, and it’s the first of its kind in the City at this scale and scope. Mayor James has assembled the best and brightest in their fields, and we are ready to get to work. Our objective is clear, and we plan to deliver concise recommendations, strategies, and policy ideas that will position West Palm Beach for success,” said Kiselewski.
The Mayor’s Transition Team will first meet during the week of April 29, 2019 and then meet monthly through July. The Transition Team will meet with the Mayor, city staff and outside subject matter experts to develop their recommendations. Each member of the Transition Team is volunteering their time, experience and expertise.
Mayor Keith James Transition Team Committee
Don Kiselewski, Chair
Sr. Director of External Affairs, Florida Power & Light Company
Arts, Culture, Education and Recreation Policy Subcommittee
Phil Growick, Co-Chair
Chair, Art in Public Places for West Palm Beach
Melanie Hill, Co-Chair
Owner, Kofski Antiques, Inc.
Claudia Kirk Barto
President, Junior Achievement
Sue Ellen Beryl
Managing Director, Palm Beach Dramaworks
President, South Florida Science Center and Aquarium
Elliot Bostwick Davis, PH.D.
Director & CEO, Norton Museum of Art
Susy Diaz Piesco
Executive Director, Bak Middle School of the Arts Foundation
Dr. Donald Fennoy II
Superintendent, Palm Beach County School District
Managing Principal, REG Architects, Inc.
Producing Artistic Director, Palm Beach Dramaworks
President & CEO, Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
CEO, The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
President & CEO, Discover the Palm Beaches
Economic Development & Jobs Policy Subcommittee
Veronica Cooper, Co-Chair
Vice President, Cooper Construction Management & Consulting
Neil Merin, Co-Chair
Chairman, NAI / Merin Hunter Codman
Maria S. Antuña
CEO, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County
Francisco “Paco” Gil
General Manager, Morrison Group
CEO, Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches
Owner, Kofski Antiques, Inc.
Phillip H. Hutchinson
Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
Vice President of Public Policy, RAPB + GFLR
Bruce N. Lewis
CEO, LB Limited, Inc., Strategic Public Relations
President, All-Site Construction
President & CEO, Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
Grasford W. Smith
Attorney, Jones Foster P.A.
Margie J. Walden
Board of Directors, Palm Beach County Sports Commission
Environment & Sustainability Policy Subcommittee
Steve Scherer, Co-Chair
Retired, Engineer and Utility Executive
Ann Marie Sorrell, Co-Chair
President & CEO, Mosiac Group
Business Consultant, Barlow Consulting
Managing Shareholder, Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
Retired, Utility Engineer
Managing Partner, Lesser Lesser Landy and Smith
Realtor, Remax Prestige Realty West Palm Beach
Jusitice Ira J. Raab (Retired)
Former Chair, West Palm Beach Charter Review Committee
Harriet M. Sacher
Former Board Member, West Palm Beach Water Commission
Government Efficiency, Budget & Taxes Policy Subcommittee
Elizabeth McBride, Co-Chair
Counsel to Inspector General, Palm Beach County School Board
Howard Pincus, Co-Chair
Consultant, Organizational Development & Human Capital Management
Assistant County Administrator, Palm Beach County
President, Hedrick Brothers Construction
Judge Rand Hoch (retired)
President and Founder, Palm Beach County Human Rights Council
Managing Member/Loan Originator, Palm Beach First Financial & Mortgage Co. LLC
Michael H. Olenick
Vice President Corporate Affairs, The Morganti Group, Inc.
Hon. Ike Robinson
Former City Commissioner, West Palm Beach
Of Counsel, Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
Brian M. Seymour, Esq.
Geoffrey B. Sluggett & Associates, Inc.
Homelessness Policy Subcommittee
Sally D. Chester, RN, Co-Chair
Board Member, Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County
Jonathan “Jack” Frost, Co-Chair
President, Commerce Consulting, Inc
Michelle Anaya Depotter
CEO, Associated General Contractors of America, Inc. Florida East Coast Chapter
Patrick J. Franklin
President & CEO, Urban League of Palm Beach County
Robert J. Harvey, Esq.
Partner, Jenks & Harvey LLP
Nicholas T. O’Neal
Housing Commissioner, West Palm Beach Housing Authority
President & Creative Director, O’Donnell Agency
CEO, The Lord’s Place
Partner, Big Time Restaurant Group
Neighborhoods First Policy Subcommittee
Greg Mermigas, Co-Chair
President, Old Northwood Neighborhood Association
Cathleen D. Ward, Esq., Co-Chair
Chair/President, Northend Coalition of Neighborhoods
Dodger Arp, Esq.
Law Offices of Dodger Arp
Ronald A. Davis
President, Mosnar Group LLC
President, Pioneer Linens
Peter C. Pivko
Grandview Gardens Bed and Breakfast
Hon. David Smith
Former City Commissioner, West Palm Beach
Executive Director, CTSO/Let’s Help Inc.
President, Progressive Northwest Business Association
Public Safety Policy Subcommittee
Joseph Ianno, Jr., Co-Chair
Managing Attorney, Florida Power & Light Company
Public Safety, Co-Chair
Pastor, Friendship M B Church
Florida State Lodge 2nd Vice President, Fraternal Order of Police
Sheriff Ric Bradshaw
Palm Beach County Sheriff
President, Northwood Village Merchants Association
President, West Palm Beach Police Benevolent Association
Hon. Dave Kerner
County Commissioner, Palm Beach County
CEO, Good Samartian Medical Center
Retired, West Palm Beach Firefighter
Founder, Presidential Women’s Center
Legislative Vice President, West Palm Beach Association of Firefighters
Transportation, Mobility and Transit Policy Subcommittee
Bill Bone, Co-Chair
Larmoyeux & Bone
Will Corrente, Co-Chair
Entrepreneur, Corrente Consulting International Inc
Hon. Mack Bernard
County Mayor, Palm Beach County
President, Rebel Cook Real Estate
Dr. Joaquin Garcia
Owner, El Cid Animal Clinic
President, Gast Construction Group
President & CEO, Economic Council of Palm Beach County
William P. Jacobson, Esq.
Law Office of William P. Jacobson, P.A.
President/Owner, McDann Design Group/Hive Home/Hive Collections
John Pankauski, Esq.
Pankauski Hauser PLLC
Don Ramon Restaurante Cubano & Social Club


Glenn Beck: "Stay Away From Alex Jones & Infowars"YouTube
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It seems like LG will need to sign up for the membership of producers preferring bringing out 2 top-finish units each and every year. The corporate has found out to Korean outlet ET News that they’re gearing as much as unencumber a “tremendous premium telephone” in the second one part of this year. They’re additionally taking a look to make “derivatives” of the LG G4, which isn’t all that unexpected making an allowance for the corporate’s historical past of freeing Mini variations and different quirky variations in their flagship.
Even extra fascinating, even though, is their admittance that this is all to counterbalance the LG G4’s faltering gross sales. The telephone did smartly sufficient for them, we believe, however now not in addition to they might have was hoping. It’s no wonder, then, that they weren’t prepared to percentage exhausting numbers.
Another fascinating transfer is they’re taking a look to boost up plans to get those telephones out in time to compete with upcoming units from Samsung and Apple, specifically the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and the iPhone 6S. Samsung additionally reportedly looked to use such a tactic to raised compete within the 2d part of 2015.
We’re now not positive if that’ll be destructive to their QA procedure, but when they really feel like they have got to transport quicker to steer clear of being forgotten at retail then we would like them all of the very best. For now, we’ll proceed playing the LG G4.


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In the last few years, travel insurances have become an essential aspect of travelling. Now, whether you are travelling abroad for business or sheer pleasure, you need to be prepared for the unknowns. Travel insurances not only just work against unforeseen medical expenses, but it can also provide a safeguard against certain travel-related emergencies, which can entirely ruin your international trips like losing your luggage or even the passport or visa.
Some of the reason why you should seriously consider opting for travel insurance
1) Mandatory requirement
Believe it or not, there are some of the countries out there where it is mandatory to have travel insurance if you are willing to visit there. There are several instances where you are informed after arriving at the immigration counter that due to the absence of travel insurance, you are not allowed to enter into the foreign land. Unless you want to go through such harassment, it is always advised to check whether your destination country has made travel insurance mandatory or not for the visitors.
2) Financial protection or backup from unforeseeable medical expenses
No matter how prominent or perfect your travel plan might sound, there’s always a chance for anything that might go wrong. The same goes for sudden medial emergency during the international trip; it leaves us vulnerable at the foreign land. Given the medical expenses related to the majority of the developed countries, there’s always a chance for burning a hole in your pocket. In such instances, there’s no harm towards paying a small premium in order to overcome such a situation. So, instead of turning your beautiful holiday into a nightmare, choose the travel insurance that works best for you. You can also put add-ons with your insurance for added services like medical evacuation.
3) A friend on overseas
If you are travelling abroad, travel insurance policies are a must-have. There are several insurances which can provide you 24X7, round the clock customer support for all of your claims. In such a situation, what shall you call them instead of a friend? No matter wherever you are in the world, if you are getting a Travel Insurance Policy from your insurer, there’s a great chance that they have a dedicated support team in case of any emergency. Further adding, the entire process is always hassle-free, so that the policy buyer can get the best out of everything.
4) Coverage against personal liability
Travelling to a foreign land can also pose a threat, not only to you but also being inflected to a third party, whether it be a person or a property. In such instances, the expenses are to be borne by the insured. In order to cover these, some of the travel insurance policy offers the benefit of ‘Personal Liability’ where the insurance company shall cover the expenses for the damages imposed on any third-party.
5) Coverage against travel emergencies
There are several times, where the emergency might on incur due to a medical emergency, but due to the loss of certain personal belongings. Losing your passport, laptop, international driving license, and even your entire luggage can cause you trouble the same way as that of any critical medical condition. There are also many instances where your entire flight may get cancelled due to bad weather or some or serious reason. This is exactly where travel insurance against personal belongings or the whole insurance, in general, deems to be beneficial. It can also help you to cut-off several losses without breaking the bank.
Always protect yourself financially
While your domestic travel may not require the need for travel insurance, the same doesn’t apply for international tours. In such a case, it is always advised to get into the practice of insuring your travel. There’s no point in fighting the unknown, so it is far better to be prepared rather than be sorry. By paying a small premium against your travel insurance, you can always reap the benefits of a huge coverage when the need requires. So, the next time you are willing to go on a vacation overseas, don’t forget to opt for a travel insurance for a safe and sound journey.

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Emerging Europe surpasses 2,000 M&A deals in 2017
China increases investment by 78 per cent
China became the largest foreign investor across emerging Europe* in 2017, according to the “Emerging Europe M&A report 2017/2018” published by CMS in cooperation with EMIS. China increased the value of its investments into the region by 78% to €7.7bn, after a 96% rise in 2016. The US remained the busiest investor by number of deals with 92 transactions in 2017. These results may be a sign of things to come for the region as domestic investment continued to dominate activity: Russian investors clocked up 603 deals worth a value of €22.5bn; Polish investors negotiated 166 deals worth €4.3bn.
Overall, emerging Europe enjoyed another solid year for M&A activity and closed 2017 with 2,113 deals across the region – up 6% compared to 2016. Deal value came in at €71.5bn, a modest decline from 2016 but well ahead of the 2014 and 2015 levels.
Helen Rodwell, Partner, CEE Corporate Practice, CMS: “Despite the uncertainties around global politics, confidence picked up in the second half of the year. This resulted in a healthy flow of transactions with increasing interest from foreign investors. This was particularly true of China, and shows that the region will play an important role in its Belt and Road initiative to improve infrastructure within key trading partners. We are already witnessing a healthy pipeline of activity at the start of 2018 with all signs pointing to another good year for M&A activity in the region.”
A number of star performers emerged in 2017 according to the report. There was a welcome sign of revival in Ukraine, despite tensions in the east of the country, reflected in its 67% increase in M&A activity, while Hungary experienced the highest growth (126%) in total deal value to €2.7 bn. As the largest country in the region, Russia experienced the highest levels of M&A activity in 2017 with 671 deals worth €36.7bn. Romania saw a healthy uptick in M&A activity, with a 13% increase in deal volume and 64% increase in value. Robust economic growth in Poland has resulted in a strong transactions market with a 3% increase in deal volume to 288.
Radivoje Petrikić, Partner, CEE Corporate Practice, CMS: “With economic growth outpacing all major economies, a favourable environment for foreign investment and EU financing, and an increasingly affluent population of more than 100m people CEE is an attractive market in its own right. The flow of deals shows that CEE remains a key target for international investors, whether they want to tap its markets directly or use them to produce goods for export.”
Across the region, the most active sector was Real Estate & Construction, with a total of 390 deals worth €16.9bn, followed by Manufacturing, and then Technology. Poland was most active market for new stock exchange listings with IPOs worth close to €1.8bn in total.
Stefan Stoyanov, Head of M&A Database, EMIS: “We are generally optimistic that 2018 will be better for M&A. Economic growth in CEE/SEE, coupled with the still cheap financing, make it a desirable investment destination, also given the fewer unknowns at the start of the year as compared to 2017. In addition, we expect that tax and regulatory uncertainty overseas in the U.S. will force companies there to be more cautious about domestic deals and to take a closer look at Europe instead. Lastly, China’s ranking as a top investor in CEE/SEE last year could hint at future things to come”.
*The “Emerging Europe M&A Report 2017/2018” shows trends in 15 emerging CEE/SEE countries – Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Turkey and Ukraine – based on EMIS M&A data for 2012-2017, combined with commentary, insights and forecasts for 2018 provided by CMS. For more information, please see: https://cms.law/en/GBR/Publication/Emerging-Europe-M-A-Report-2017-18
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Left to right: Koko Austin (sister), Emily Austin (winner), Alycia Cramer (mom), and Robin Brumley
The Winlock Dance Center recently gave a basket to a student who wrote an essay for Mothers Day. Mrs. Collins and Miss Iverson worked in coordination with Robin Brumley at the dance center. Emly Austin won the essay contest and the basket worth $100.
Her essay was about her mother. Here is a small example of what she wrote:
"I appreciate my mother very much. She cares for others and herself, loves people for who they are and gives people more than one chance to make things right. She loves our family and tries to help the world as best as she can, even if that's just showing a little bit of kindness. Ever since everything going around, my appreciation for my mom has grown by her making sure that we wear masks out in public, so we don't get sick and she has been reminding us about the many dangers and to stay safe."
Robin Brumley, who owns the Winlock Dance Center stated "I chose that essay because with what everyone is going through right now it sometimes can put priorities, perspectives and core values to the test. We also have taken for granted the important roles many people play in our daily lives to make them happier, healthier, easier. It's a good time for reflection for us all but was particularly interesting to see what the perspective might be from our youth, pre-teens ages 11 through 14. My hopes were that they would also share these essays with their mothers for the holiday weekend coming up with stores being closed and money being tight. I thought it would be a nice opportunity for a deserving youth to give something nice to their mom!"
It's a great thing when a young adult appreciates their parents, it's even better when the rest of us get to experience a little of their lives.

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It is always more inspiring to work in a place with a wonderful view. The island of Skiathos in Greece in a perfect setting for any artist. It offers wonderful views of the surrounding islands, mountains, forests and lots of beaches. I will be working here for the summer as I have done before.
I have been working on illustrations for my new new children's book THE CHOCOLATE CLOUDS. Here are some of the capital letters I am drawing for the chapter beginnings.

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Updated revenue estimates show depth of national recession
Statement from Senate Majority Leader Mike Gronstal
“Many Iowans across our state have lost their jobs. Many families are struggling to make ends meet. Everybody is cutting back, including state government. That’s why are keeping our focus on budgeting responsibly and putting our state’s fiscal house back in order.
“Today’s updated estimates are also further evidence that Governor Culver made the right call in October when he cut the state budget by 10 percent in response to a deepening national recession.
“As we continue to prepare for the 2010 session, we will redouble our efforts to balance next year’s state budget responsibly without raising taxes, and to build a new foundation for prosperity in every Iowa community. That means:
· Helping create good-paying jobs that will strengthen and expand Iowa’s middle class.
· Protecting services and educational opportunities for unemployed workers, as well as services for children and the most vulnerable Iowans.
· Continuing to listen to our constituents to ensure that the best ideas are being used to improve government services and balance the budget responsibly in these tough economic times.”Posted Dec. 11th, 2009 at 2:18 pm by Senate Staff
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Upper Moanalua Valley, “one of Oahu’s natural treasures,” is state land now, officials announced today. If you hike in the valley you will find a pohaku (stone) with unique petroglyphs, seven stone bridges hand-crafted by Italian masons in the late 1800s, and historic home sites. You might also see one of three endangered bird species for which the valley’s five types of native forest and nine miles of streams offer some of the best habitat for their survival on Oahu. The valley also has 14 endangered or rare plant species.
I’m glad to know that this beautiful valley of 3,716 undeveloped acres of forest land will be preserved for generations to come.


Splice Sounds has released Future Sounds by ReauBeau, a collection of 335 sample and loops, and 15 MIDI files.
According to ReauBeau, the most important part of creating music is making sure “the track has soul.” That sense of soul pervades his every track, and we’re glad he’s bringing his production chops and songwriting to a new sample pack.
ReauBeau’s fusion of future-bass, trap and hip-hop (released on the likes of Spinnin’ Records, Lowly Palace and heard on the Tomorrowland stage), comes in the form of over 300 samples for Splice.
The sample pack is now available to Splice subscribers. New users can get 1 month free access to Splice by using promo code YT2021 when signing up for a plan.


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Anushka Sharma, Virat Kohli celebrate first wedding anniversary, he says the actor changed him as a person
It was an year ago that Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli and Bollywood actor-producer Anushka Sharma married in a dreamy Tuscany, Italy. As Anushka and Virat celebrate their first wedding anniversary in Australia, the cricketer opened up about his wife and the positive influence she has brought to his life in an interview to Adam Gilchrist.
Speaking about Anushka, Virat said that she widened his horizons. “When I met my wife I began to change. I came from a very different background from north India and I had no idea of what happens in any other sphere of society or anyone else’s life. Her life was very different and it came with her own challenges and perspective on things,” he said in the interview.
He added, “It was amazing to just see myself- how much different things were to the way I think. I was not a very practical person before that. But, she has changed me a lot. I’ve learnt so much from her. That’s what it’s supposed to be like, you should help each other grow and she has certainly helped me grow.”
He also opened up on their first wedding anniversary and how they will celebrate it in Australia where the team is playing. Anushka, who has been busy promoting Aanand L Rai’s Zero, flew to Australia to be with her husband. She was photographed watching Virat play and later the couple was seen eating out together.
Talking about their time together, Virat said, “It is hectic but we live in Mumbai now, which is a bit more relaxed as people are used to seeing known people there. When we get time together, we like to spend quality time at home as we don’t get too much time together. It is chilled out; it is like any other couple who does normal things.”

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Another weak cold front pushed through the area over last weekend. Usually it takes a few days for the fish to begin to actively feed again. However, with the water temperatures sitting at a crisp 72 to 74 degrees, as long as the bait remains in the area the fish are showing no signs of slowing down.
Inshore the bite has been lights out. If you’re a live bait angler, there’s no reason that you can’t keep a rod bent almost the entire day. Redfish, trout, snook and Spanish mackerel are top targets with jack crevalle and ladyfish being by catch.
It is time to turn off the air, open the windows and embrace the cool autumn breezes gliding down from the north as we recap the dolphins outside your doorstep.
Falling water temperatures have roused them into the coltish action we expect in horses released in spring from a long cold winter in the barn.
There is a lot of good news on the dolphin front. The significant reduction in dolphin numbers across John’s Pass Bridge construction through 2010 and deeper dip in 2011-2013 has slowly reversed itself. We currently enjoy as many dolphins now as before bridge construction, the wretched winter of 2010, and unspeakable BP oil spill in summer 2010. It was a long ten years.
Strong easterly winds over the last several days have been a key factor on the fishing scene. Fortunately for us, the Intracoastal Waterway runs north and south and isn’t very far across, which really helps in keeping the waves down.
Those seeking redfish and trout can seek refuge along the eastern shore of the Intracoastal Waterway while those looking to target mackerel and kingfish can stay close to the beach and be sheltered from the wind.
While the big push of kingfish hasn’t really made its way to our area yet, we are starting to catch a few small- to medium-sized kings mixed in with some of the nice-sized Spanish mackerel that are schooling up a mile or two offshore. Anchoring and chumming can be one of the most exciting ways to fish for these speedy fish, and using light rods spooled completely with 15-pound braid will give you ample line to land most kingfish hooked on the small baits. Bring plenty of bait so that you can chum aggressively. A 2/0 long shank hook and 12-inch piece of light wire connected to a few feet of 30-pound fluorocarbon tied directly to the braid makes up the terminal end of things.
ST. PETERSBURG - The St. Petersburg Sail and Power Squadron will present a seven-week safe boating program titled America’s Boating Course, beginning Monday, Nov. 7, at the St. Petersburg Sailing Center, 250 Second Ave. SE, Demens Landing, St. Petersburg.
Classes meet on consecutive Mondays from 7 to 9 p.m.
Most people associate wildflowers with the spring season, but in Florida, it’s the fall season when colors come to life.
There are many different shapes, sizes and colors of wildflowers, but I wanted to point out a few that are flowering right now at Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs. There aren’t many places in Pinellas County where you can see wildflowers growing in a natural setting, but it’s worth the trip if you get a chance.
ST. PETERBURG - This year’s Science Festival and MarineQuest will be Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., along the waterfront campus of University of South Florida St. Petersburg and Poynter Park.
The city’s Innovation District is the backdrop for thousands to get their hands on science. More than eight years after members of the St. Petersburg Ocean Team got together and decided to offer science to the masses, their vision is now a reality along Bayboro Harbor.
Waking up Monday morning to the cool crisp fall air brought excitement. It’s go-time around here, so you want to be ready for the endless angling opportunities fall has to offer.
Any day the first real wave of kingfish will settle into our area. Fall is by far the best time of year to target big kingfish close to shore. This week thousands of baited stone crab traps will hit the near-shore waters of the gulf. Many believe it’s this massive chum slick that gets our fall kingfish season started. Whether it’s true or not, the thought of fighting big fish amongst strings of crab floats is synonymous with our region. Big live baits such as mullet, ladyfish and shad slow trolled through areas of bait don’t have a chance when conditions are right. Double stinger rigs with number 4 treble hooks are standard for fall big bait fishing, and reels loaded with 30 pound mono will give added security when you get wrapped around a crab trap.


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Updated on June 21st, 2023
The California bill of sale form helps individuals document the data pertaining to a transaction involving the sale, trade, or gift of personal property. The most popular forms are specific to the exchange of a car, vessel, or gun. The buyer and seller taking part in the exchange will need to supply the form with details regarding the transfer, such as their contact information, price of the item being sold, and signatures which indicate all individuals agree to the terms of the contract. Each party should retain a copy to hold as a receipt for the transaction.
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All newly acquired vehicles should be registered within 10 days of procurement. Have the following items prepared upon arrival at your local DMV:
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All vessel registrations are processed through the California DMV Visit a location nearest you and present the following:
Firearm Registration Forms
In California, registration is only required for assault weapons or individuals bringing a firearm from another state. All private sales must be processed through an FFL dealer in order to run the proper background checks. California residents interested in procuring a CCW (Carry Concealed Weapon) license should contact their local sheriff’s or police department to inquire about the requirements necessary to obtain this. Some of the basic demands include:
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Discover a brief introduction to the architecture of Mykonos.
Mykonos is the most cosmopolitan island in the Cyclades and one of the finest examples of Cycladic architecture. Traditional and cubic houses with flat roofs, wooden colored doors, and windows create a unique atmosphere that reflects the main features of the original style, which is now world-famous. Despite its tourist development, the island is proud of its apparent Cycladic identity.
The Chora (main village) is the historical settlement of the island, with a plethora of whitewashed houses overlooking the sea. Wooden colorful doors, stairs, windows, and balconies, hanging over the labyrinth streets create a magical setting.
Every quarter distinguishes by the local architecture, the whitewashed walls, the wooden balconies, and the beautifully decorated courtyards. On the other hand, the white-dressed villages present that impressive contrast on red/grey rocks, resting in total harmony with the rocky and barren landscape of the Cycladic island.
Mykonos was among the Greek islands influenced by the Venetians since it was under their rule for several years(1390-1718). Many tourists can tell the characteristics of Venetian culture. Apart from the medieval castle of Gyzi that stands in Ano Mera, the most characteristic part of Mykonos inspired by the Venetians is Little Venice. It is the most attractive quarter of the island, known for the whitewashed stone-built houses sitting at the edge of the sea with their colorful balconies hanging over the water.
Nowadays, most of those houses belong to famous restaurants and bars. It is no wonder why that neighborhood has become the trademark of Mykonos and the most photographed place on the island.
In the heart of town, you can also see some newly established buildings, like the Town Hall.
Visitors can enjoy their stay in many traditional hotels that have respected the Cycladic architecture.


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Working on the abstract shapes for the nightmare scene
Since the earliest storyboards from back in September, there was a scene of the film that I was excited to film but wasn't sure how to tackle it. I had a strong vision in my mind of using abstract shapes and textures to evoke the panic and self-doubt of the main characters as part of a dream sequence. However, I wasn't 100% sure how I would pull it off, seeing as I have never tried to animate anything like this before.
So I kept putting the scene off and now a week before the deadline, I decided that I would work on it and get it finished as best as I could. It can be worrying to try something new and there's always that voice in the back of your head telling you to stick with what you know. But I know that if I never try new things, that I will never improve. So I dove in and managed to finish the scene in two days. It cuts between the extreme close ups of John's face and the morphing shapes of the colours.
Below is a screenshot of me working on it in Photoshop.
I am pleased with how it turned out and that I pushed myself to try something out of comfort zone. whilst it might not be perfect, I know how to improve for next time now.


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If you have recently received an InstantPot, or if you have had one of these pressure cookers for a while but are just looking for something new to make with it, you may want some help from a few accessories.
Accessories are made by a wide variety of manufacturers, and it can be difficult to tell which ones are high quality. While the ones made from the Instant Pot company are guaranteed to work, they are certainly not the cheapest options out there. Be sure to look for sales and specials, especially over the months leading up to Christmas.
There are several reports that stores such as Targer and Walmart have over-ordered these types of kitchen and home goods, and they’re looking to deeply discount their stock in order to move it out of their stores. In fact, it does seem as if this is a category where prices are actually falling. That means that if you look carefully, you might get a great deal on these accessories.
Of course, also be sure to carefully consider what you will actually use. Steam baskets are one of the most popular accessories, but if you know your family won’t eat steamed vegetables, there’s no point in investing in one. Similarly, some people absolutely love their cake pans, while other people see no reason why they would need to shave twenty minutes off the back time for a cheesecake.
These kitchen ware pieces are sometimes made by the InstantPot company, while others are sold by third parties. Some of them aren’t even designed for the InstantPot, but plenty of people have been using them for years and have discovered that they work great. Try out these options and see if any of them give you some new cooking ideas.
1. Silicone Lids
Use these lids to cover the inner liner of your Instant Pot. These are not meant to be used while cooking! Rather, use these lids to cover your liner and store the food without having to dirty another plastic bowl or storage dish. Make sure to get the lid that matches the size of your inner liner (different pots have different sizes).
2. Extra Glass Lid
This lid is meant to be used when the InstantPot is being used as a hot pot or a slow cooker. It cannot be used with the pressure cooking settings, but it is nice to have when using the pot to steam or on the slow cooker setting.
3. Extra Liner
In a perfect world we would all wash out the inner pot as soon as we were done eating. We would never leave it sitting in the dishwasher for a day or two while we umm . . . waited to get a full load. If you don’t stay quite so on top of the dishes at your house, getting an extra inner pot or two might not be a bad idea.
4. Inner Pot With Handles
Only the bigger versions of the Instant Pot are able to accommodate this accessory, but it is nice to have if you use the machine a lot. The handles mean that you can set the pot directly on your table without having to worry about everyone burning themselves when they pass the dish.
You may also use it to try recipes that you start on the stove and then finish in the pot. Again, make sure that you order the right size pot for your machine.
5. Ceramic Coated Inner Pot
If you have meals that burn or stick to the bottom or sides of your regular metal pot, then it may be time to invest in a ceramic coated pot. They can be hard to find, however, so if you see one be sure to buy it.
6. Steamer Basket
This is a great accessory if you love to steam vegetables, or if you just love to make dumplings or other steamed foods. The steamer basket is designed to fit on top of your inner liner, so you’ll be able to cook your main course in the base of the pot and use the steam from the meal to cook your vegetables in the top.
Most models are made of plastic, so do not use them without the inner pot. If you just want to use the steamer basket on it’s own, you’ll need to fill the inner pot with water to create the steam anyway.
The steamer basket is probably the most popular Instant Pot accessory. There are tons of recipes that can make a whole meal by using both the base of the inner pot and the steamer basket. In fact, this method of making dinner is so convenient that it’s what put Instant Pot on the map as one of America’s favorite new cooking accessories.
Because cooking the main course and vegetable sides together is so convenient, you’ll also hear from a lot of people who use this method of cooking to help them eat healthier. For some people this meant losing weight, others use it to make sure that they’re getting the right amount of vegetables in their diet.
Again, make sure that you buy the right size for your machine.
7. Steam Rack with Handles
Your Instant Pot likely came with a steam rack (the round metal circle that fits into the bottom of your inner pot). When you cook food with it, however, you’ll likely have to use tongs to remove large pieces of chicken or pot roast. By buying a rack with handles, however, you’re able to lift everything out all at once. This also means that your food won’t sit in the grease and juices that were cooked out and accumulated at the bottom of the pot.
8. Silicone Steamer Set
This is essentially just a package of both the steamer rack with handles and the steamer basket. It’s a good way to save money if you want both items. Be sure to look for other package deals on accessories as you shop but be careful. It’s not uncommon for less popular or useful accessories to be packaged together and sold as a set. Often, this means that you’re buying stuff you don’t want or won’t really use.
9. Circular Bake Pan
This is the accessory most often shown at product demonstrations (after the steam basket, of course). With it, you’ll be able to make a cheesecake in a matter of minutes, instead of waiting the usual 45 minutes for it to bake. If that is something you want to try, then go ahead and invest in one of these pans.
There are a number of people who have claimed that they are able to use their already existing bakeware to make desserts in their InstantPot, so buying something new might not be totally necessary. You may also want to really think about how often you’ll use the Instant Pot to make a dessert. Unlike dinner, dessert isn’t usually quite as time-sensitive, and it just might not be worth the money to get this pan.
10. Rectangular Bake Pan
Just as with the Circular bake pan, this can be a neat accessory, but you really want to think about how often you’ll actually use it. You might find yourself rarely using it, or you might discover that you already have something that you can use instead.
The main issue with the rectangular bake pan is that is makes a very small version of whatever you place in it. Think a half a loaf of a quick bread, or a very small cake. This might work well if you live on your own, but it probably won’t work so well if you have a larger family.
11. Quick Cool Tray
If you just can’t wait the extra minute or two for your food to cool before you eat it, then this might be for you. Otherwise, go ahead and save some money by skipping this one.
12. Oven Mitts
These are tiny silicone mitts that are designed to just protect the tips of your fingers. They’re cute, but there’s really no reason to invest in these if you already own an oven mitt.
13. Yogurt Cups
As soon as you hear about making your own yogurt in the Instant Pot, you’ll probably want to try it. Keep in mind that there is nothing stopping you from making it in your regular inner pot, and in fact, you’ll probably want to use this method as you try out different recipes.
Once you find out if you really love making your own yogurt, however, then you can decide to invest in these cups. They’re essentially little more than smaller versions of the inner pot, but they are convenient if you eat yogurt frequently.
Homemade and Other Off-Brand Accessories
There are a number of different options available when it comes to Instant Pot accessories, and the vast majority of them don’t come from the Instant Pot Company. Try some of these ideas.
1. Silicone Molds and bakewear
Silicone has had mixed results for people, so use these items at your own risk. Because the contents cook under high pressure, these molds tend to deform unless they are being used in a way that allows them to fit snuggly together.
To be honest, these are rarely worth the trouble. You will get out of shape baked goods.
2. Off-brand racks and steamer baskets
These tend to be a great deal for anyone who wants to save some money. The vast majority work just as well as the ones made by the Instant Pot Company. Just make sure you pay attention to sizing; some of them will be too big or too small to fit snuggly in your inner pot.
3. Tin Foil
There are a number of different “hacks” online that use aluminum foil to keep layers of food separated while cooking.
4. Foil balls
This hack involves making balls of tinfoil instead of using a rack. It can work, but not nearly as well as the rack. The food tends to slip off the balls, and in a lot of cases you just have a mess.
The method does work better if you can use the balls to hold a plate or other rack level. In fact, a lot of people do this to give their rack extra height. This can be useful if you are cooking something with a lot of juices, or if you want to cook a meal with multiple layers.
By the way, there are a few suggestions online to use this method to elevate an inner pot that wasn’t designed for your Instant Pot, or to use this method to get a different type of inner pot to “fit”. Do not do this. This will actually mess with the pressurization process, and it can be very dangerous.
Be sure to keep all of your accessories on the inside of your Instant Pot.

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If one gay-rights group has its way, Nelson Muntz will be writing "I will not be homophobic" on Mrs. Krabappel's schoolhouse chalkboard.
Bart Simpson's cartoon nemesis is being blasted for his use of the schoolyard taunt "that's so gay" while bullying resident nerd Milhouse Van Houten in The Simpsons' annual Halloween episode airing last Sunday.
But the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network says the remark is nothing to laugh at.
"Many people say gay without even realizing what they're saying is bad,'" GLSEN spokesman Daryl Presgraves tells E! News.
"It's hard enough as it is to be a gay youth. But when you add on top of that people referring to who you are in a negative way, it's that much more difficult to feel safe and accepted."
The group recently joined forces with the Ad Council to produce a series of spots featuring Hilary Duff and Wanda Sykes seeking to stop people from using gay as a generic taunt.
"We're trying to educate people that this is a term that is hurtful to young people when used in a negative way. We want people to understand when it's inappropiate to use," Presgraves adds. "This is not exclusive to just young people, but is hurtful to all generations."
He urges Nelson to visit ThinkB4YouSpeak.com to send an electronic mea culpa to Milhouse.
No word from The Simpsons team on when—or if—Nelson will get on that.


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What is a pure democracy according to Madison?
With pure democracy, he means a system in which every citizen votes directly for laws (direct democracy), and, with republic, he intends a society in which citizens elect a small body of representatives who then vote for laws (representative democracy).
What are the 4 elements of democracy?
He describes democracy as a system of government with four key elements: i) A system for choosing and replacing the government through free and fair elections; ii) Active participation of the people, as citizens, in politics and civic life; iii) Protection of the human rights of all citizens; and iv) A rule of law in …
What is a two party system what are the parties in the United States?
The modern two-party system consists of the “Democratic” Party and the “Republican” Party. These two parties have won every United States presidential election since 1852 and have controlled the United States Congress since at least 1856.
What is a direct democracy Class 9?
Direct democracy is the form of Government in which decisions are not taken by the representatives but by the people themselves. All decisions are voted on by the people.
What is the purpose of a political party?
A political party is an organization that coordinates candidates to compete in a country’s elections. It is common for the members of a political party to have similar ideas about politics, and parties may promote specific ideological or policy goals.
What is democracy give two example?
Simply put, a representative democracy is a system of government in which all eligible citizens vote on representatives to pass laws for them. A perfect example is the U.S., where we elect a president and members of the Congress. State and local governments are set up in various ways.
What are the advantages of a two party system?
Advantages. Some historians have suggested that two-party systems promote centrism and encourage political parties to find common positions which appeal to wide swaths of the electorate. It can lead to political stability which leads, in turn, to economic growth.
What are the two types of democracy Class 9?
Answer: Democracy is of two types: (i) Direct Democracy and (ii) Indirect Democracy.
What is a pure democracy according to Madison quizlet?
A “Pure Democracy” is a form of government that runs by rule by majority of every individual. Contrary to the arguments of Anti-federalists, Madison argued that multiplying the diversity of interests in a large republic is the key to breaking these dangerous majority factions.


The ongoing saga between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Twitter continues.
In a tweet published the past weekend, Musk states that the Twitter acquisition should proceed if the company can provide substantive proof that its userbase is real. “If it turns out that their SEC filings are materially false, then it should not,” Musk says.
Musk’s $44 billion USD (about $60 billion CAD) deal hinges on whether Twitter can provide the data and information necessary to provide an accurate look at how many fake and spam accounts are on the platform. This has been a prevalent contingency following the news of the acquisition in April.
In July, Musk’s legal team wrote a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). It says that Musk wishes to “make an independent assessment of the prevalence of fake or spam accounts on Twitter’s platform.” Musk attempts to gain proof that fake and spam accounts represent less than five percent. This request from the Tesla CEO has not been fulfilled.
However, the Twitter Board commits to completing the deal and is pursuing legal action to ensure the acquisition closes.“We intend to close the transaction and enforce the merger agreement at the agreed price and terms,” Twitter said in an earlier statement.
“According to Musk, he — the billionaire founder of multiple companies, advised by Wall Street bankers and lawyers — was hoodwinked by Twitter into signing a $44 billion merger agreement. That story is as implausible and contrary to fact as it sounds,” Twitter now states.
Twitter also attributes Musk as a factor in its lowered revenue during its Q2 2022 earnings reports alongside issues within the ad industry.
Musk believes that spam accounts make up roughly 20 percent of its total user base.
It does appear as though Musk is looking to terminate the acquisition. However, Musk continues to claim the deal should close. Musk did file a countersuit in July against Twitter. A trial between the two is set for October 17th, 2022.
Musk is a prominent Twitter user and has over 100 million followers. He is a self-proclaimed advocate for free speech and says he hopes to instill that onto the social media platform.


Danger lurks in the ghost estates haunting our towns and villages
Mark Twain once famously said: "Buy land, they're not making it any more."
But the mantra in Ireland during the past 10 years could easily have been: "Buy land -- and build on every inch."
Across the country, rash zoning decisions in small towns and villages saw housing estates spring up.
Ballyforan in Co Roscommon is one village where sales of new homes have stalled, and prices have now been slashed in an attempt to lure buyers.
Built in what is essentially a one-street village, the Claremont development is now offering homes as part of the rent-to-buy scheme. Costing from €650 per month, it's the "easy way to owning your dream home" according to the blurb. Another, Pairc Caislean, has hoarding up around an empty site adjacent to some already completed houses.
In Roscommon, and other counties such as Cavan, Longford and Leitrim, tax incentives saw scores of developers building large estates in small towns so that eager buyers could take advantage of the Section 23 tax relief under the Rural Renewal Tax Incentives Scheme.
But unfortunately the scheme didn't work in the way it was planned and in many cases it simply created ghost estates in rural areas.
Back in 2003, estate agents in Roscommon warned that "demand is beginning to outstrip supply" but it is now clear there is massive oversupply in all of these counties.
Even houses built adjacent to towns were left struggling to find buyers as the downturn in the property market took hold.
Last month in Cavan, 35 houses in Ardkill Place, Ballinagh, went on sale for between €100,000 and €185,000. This was a drop of up to €150,000 on the original asking price, after the construction company that originally built the scheme went into receivership last year.
Even the cities aren't immune. Thousands of apartment blocks across Dublin lie unsold and empty and are likely to remain that way for some time.
Last month a vicious attack highlighted the dangers of living in estates that have few residents.
Asta Digimaite had to undergo emergency surgery after a man forced his way into her apartment in Prospect Hill, Finglas, and slashed off her two fingers.
She was unable to alert any residents and seek help because all the nearby apartments were empty. Nearby hotel staff called an ambulance.
In 2006, in one of the few such interventions by the Government, the then Minister for Environment Dick Roche stopped plans to rezone more than 1,000 acres of land in Co Laois for development in 29 villages which today still have the greenfield sites instead of empty housing estates.


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Delhi-based audiovisual ensemble BLOT!s debut album Snafu is a departure from their earlier techno sound and is accompanied by 3D visuals
Ever since BLOT! (an acronym that stands for Basic Love of Things) announced the release of their debut album,Snafu,theres been a lot of talk surrounding the record. Essentially the countrys first live performance audiovisual ensemble,BLOT! comprises Avinash Kumar,a designer,visual artist and VJ,and Gaurav Malaker,a DJ and producer. The two have been making music together for about five years now. During this time,they have performed in various parts of the world with a number of artistes,and made music that has been eclectic,to say the least,and in the process,gained fans everywhere.
The one thing they hadnt done till now,however,was release an album. That,however,changes with Snafu. The word,interestingly,is an acronym originally used in the military and stands for Situation Normal,All F***ed Up. A new visual set accompanies the music on the album,parts of which are in 3D,a first for the band. Currently on tour across the country in support of the album,the Delhi-based duo will play in Mumbai on September 8 at Blue Frog,Lower Parel.
The band released previews of some of the tracks from the album online,a few days before the tour began,and most noticeable was how much their sound appears to have changed. In the last few years,BLOT! has experimented a great deal with their music,playing a combination of techno,intelligent dance music (IDM) and electro. But it was hugely techno-driven. In Snafu,however,theres a whole lot more.
The album is a mix of diverse styles, says Malaker,adding,Essentially,theres a mix of future pop sounds,techno (of course),some lo fi and chill out electronica. Its pretty different,since most of our work in the past has been restricted to techno. The artistes they have chosen to collaborate with on the album also bring in genres of music different from those they have worked with in the past. Vasundhara Vidalur of Adil and Vasundhara who plays jazz,funk and RnB lends melodious vocals to a track titled NDX. Another song,Tatemae,features Suryakant Sawhney of Peter Cat Recording Co,giving it a folksy touch.
Changing their sound to this extent was not,however,a conscious decision. The decisions on the album are not shaped by a deliberate attempt to create melodic,organic or darker sounds. Its just what flowed out in the last months spent making this album,and we prefer it that way, says Kumar.
The visuals,on the other hand,are not a stark departure from what they have done in the past,but definitely suggest growth and experimentation. The addition of some 3D content is proof of that. Weve been working on developing self-produced stereoscopic content for a while and its an extremely arduous and time-consuming process, says Malaker. Its really exciting when you realise you can produce something that is magical and has nostalgic value, he concludes.


School district, parks department agree to plan future South Hill dog park
Tue., March 1, 2022
Dog owners yearning for a permanent park on the South Hill have new reason for hope.
Spokane Public Schools and Spokane Parks and Recreation have struck a deal to study, design and build a new dog park somewhere near the former park near 63rd Avenue.
Free-roaming pooches of the unofficial South Hill dog park were effectively evicted last year when Spokane Public Schools began construction on the new Carla Peperzak Middle School, one of several schools built with funds from the $495.3 million bond approved by voters in 2018.
When the bond was originally proposed, the school district assured dog owners that it would provide a suitable alternative once it was ready to begin construction of the new middle school. But that promise proved challenging to keep, and ultimately a temporary dog park about one-third the size of the former park opened just south of Mullan Road Elementary School last October.
Now, the school district and Spokane Parks and Recreation have forged a plan for a replacement park. The plan was discussed at the Spokane City Council’s Finance and Administration Committee meeting on Monday.
Spokane Parks will commence a study to identify a potential location somewhere near the former park for its replacement by the end of 2022. It will also form an advisory committee to help recommend a location and amenities to the Park Board.
Spokane Public Schools will be on the hook for paying for and actually building the park by April 2023, unless the district and city agree on a timeline extension.
Future maintenance and costs of the dog park would be the responsibility of the city.
Spokane Parks is using the South Hill situation as an opportunity to analyze its plans for dog parks across the city.
The study undertaken this year will identify a location for a park not just near the site of the former South Hill park, but potential spots citywide.
The new South Hill dog park would serve as a template for future dog parks, according to Spokane Parks officials.
“It’s going to be like a ‘dog park best practices,’ ” Spokane Parks and Recreation Director Garrett Jones told City Council members on Monday.
Not only has Spokane Parks heard loud and clear from residents that dog parks are a top priority, but it’s aware that many people are using existing parks as de facto dog parks.
“Let’s analyze that and say ‘OK, is this a place where we could take out some land from an existing park and use it as off-leash,’ ” said Councilwoman Lori Kinnear.
Council President Breean Beggs echoed Kinnear’s sentiment.
“People are using schools, playfields and parks as dog parks all the time and if we can fence off a portion of it and have the dogs in the one place and everyone else in the other, it’ll go much better for all,” Beggs said.
Spokane Parks isn’t restricting the analysis for potential dog park locations to existing park land, but is also looking at underused city-owned land.
“We want to make sure that we don’t limit ourselves to just existing parks,” Jones said.
The city formerly owned the South Hill land in question, but handed it over to the school district so it could become the home of the new middle school.
Beggs noted the whole city could benefit from new dog parks.
Council members Michael Cathcart and Jonathan Bingle will press for a dog park in their district, which encompasses northeast Spokane.
“I just want to make sure that what we’re putting in in one place we’re going to try to do our best to the same thing in other parts of the community, as well,” Cathcart said.
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Two water emergencies responded to on Tuesday have now resulted in two deaths. According to separate press releases from the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office,
Authorities identified Darrell Pfannenstein, 58, of St. Joseph, Minn. as the first victim, who died of natural causes. A second, separate incident claimed the life of 14-year-old Superior, Wis. boy Davidi Beck, who died of complications from being underwater.
The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office updated the incidents Friday.
At around 5:25 p.m. Tuesday, St. Louis County deputies responded to a water emergency on Lake Vermilion in the area of Greenwood Bay where Pfannenstein was pronounced dead, despite life saving efforts by medical personnel, after being found unresponsive in the water.
Earlier, Pfannenstein had been seen next to a water ski in a shallow area of the bay, struggling to get back on the water ski. A nearby resident boated over and offered assistance which was declined.
A short time later, the resident saw Pfannenstein walking toward the shore and again boated over to offer assistance. When he arrived, he found Pfannenstein floating face down and unresponsive, despite wearing a life jacket.
Pfannenstein was taken to the shore where life saving efforts were made. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
Responding with the Sheriff’s Office were Greenwood Fire Department, Vermilion Lake Fire, Tower Ambulance, Virginia Ambulance, Life Link III air medical, and the St. Louis County Rescue Squad.
The Midwest Medical Examiner determined through a preliminary autopsy that Pfannenstein’s cause of death was natural causes and not a result of drowning.
The second incident occurred around 8:20 p.m. Tuesday at Little Grand Lake near Sampo Beach in Superior, Wis..
Several juvenile males were swimming to a diving dock approximately 75 yards from the shore. One of the juveniles went underwater and never emerged. The other juveniles yelled for help and bystanders on the beach and from nearby boats dove into the water and eventual found the boy in 12-15 feet of water and unresponsive.
The juvenile, now identified as David Beck, was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.
“Swimmer inexperience is believed to be the cause of the incident,” according to an earlier press release from the sheriff's office.
Responding to this emergency were Solway Fire Department, Grand Lake Fire Department, St.Louis County Sheriff's Rescue Squad, and Mayo Clinic Ambulance.
On Thursday, the Beck family contacted the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office and reported that David Beck had passed away over night. He death was due to medical complications arising from being under water.
“The family said they were extremely appreciative for all of the work and effort put in by those involved during this incident,” according to the updated press release from the St. Louis County Sheriff's Office.