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Lewis hasn’t felt like himself for some time. He recently moved and has been having difficulty adjusting to the changes in his social life and surroundings. While he enjoys his new job and is even closer to his family than he was before, something just feels off. He doesn’t enjoy many of the activities he used to take part in—his artwork and golf clubs sit untouched in the corner.
Though Lewis has been waiting to wake up and feel a sudden change, after several months, it’s beginning to look like he needs to take action. In fact, Lewis is worried that he’s depressed. He feels uncertain about what to do next, but he knows that if left untreated, depression could harm other aspects of his life, besides his mood. After some consideration, Lewis has decided to talk to a mental health professional about what he’s worried are symptoms of depression.
Like Lewis, you may be interested in the ways that a mental health professional can help you with your depression. At Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ, our counselor, therapists, and psychiatrist treat depression on an individual basis, offering personalized mental health care that’s suited to fit your needs.
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Depression can manifest differently for everyone, so it’s important to talk openly with a provider about what’s bothering you. But with that in mind, there are common symptoms that might indicate that someone is depressed, including:
- Feeling chronically fatigued
- A noted lack of interest in sex, hobbies, or relationships
- Feeling distant from loved ones and friends
- Decreased work performance
- Overeating or avoiding eating
- Lack of self-care (i.e. personal hygiene or a clean living environment)
- Abusing drugs or alcohol to cope with emotional pain
There’s no need to be concerned if you’re not seeing what you’ve experienced above; these are just a few of the many different signs of depression. If you’re diagnosed with depression by a provider at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ you may find that your personal experience varies.
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For many people, talking with a therapist or counselor helps to manage and mitigate the symptoms of depression, which are often disruptive and harmful to our everyday lives. Our counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ can assist those with depression by:
- Creating a professional connection with their client to better understand their depression
- Serving as a verbal and emotional outlet for those burdened by this mood disorder
- Using talk and behavioral therapy to implement coping strategies for clients
For other clients with more persistent or severe forms of depression, connecting with a psychiatrist is more beneficial. Psychiatrists are a specialized type of provider— they’re:
- Medical doctors who are licensed to conduct depression therapy sessions
- Able to use helpful prescription medicine and therapy as needed to assist people
- Often a better option for those with more severe cases of depression
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“Depression” as we commonly think of it actually refers to a group of closely related emotional disorders, whose effects vary wildly. Though there are many types of depression, our therapists and psychiatrists commonly treat:
- Minor depression: As the name implies, this is less severe than major depression but just as harmful. Because those with this disorder may go long periods without feeling depressed, identifying what’s triggering their sadness can be difficult for those with minor depression.
- Postpartum depression: Postpartum depression affects women who’ve given birth; those who underwent caesarian sections or had a miscarriage are at higher risk. This disorder can onset immediately or months after childbirth.
- Major depression: This disorder causes emotional detachment, sadness, hopelessness, and apathy. Those who suffer from major depression may become socially isolated, further exacerbating their condition. It’s what most people think of when they hear the word “depression”.
- Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder can cause depression when the mood swings that it causes fluctuate. Those with bipolar disorder may feel extremely happy for a minute, and furious or dejected in the next.
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As a mental health disorder that can put distance between us and the things we love the most, it’s always best to seek treatment for depression. Take the time to consider if you could benefit from connecting with one of our mental health professionals at Thriveworks in Gilbert, AZ. Find your inner balance with guidance from a counselor, therapist, or psychiatrist.


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User-configurable, Industrial Tactile Sensors quantify high pressure measurements in industrial and elevated temperature environments. TactArray technology allows user to configure mats up to 24 x 100 in. with 1-16,000 0.08 in. elements on as little as 0.3 in. centers. Capacitive-based sensors are KaptonÃ‚Â® encapsulated, enabling stable operation across temperature range of -100 to 400Ã‚Â°F. Units offer full-scale ranges of 0-500 and 0-20 psi.
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New Ultra Thin Industrial Tactile Sensor Squeezes Into Tight Spots
Los Angeles, CA (March 17, 2004) - Pressure Profile Systems, Inc. (PPS) today introduced the Industrial Tactile Sensor, (ITS) a user configurable sensor designed to quantify high pressure measurements in industrial and elevated temperature environments. Depending on the application, the new tactile sensor is arranged as an individual sensor or integrated as an array across a rigid web/grid style plane to measure a detailed pressure distribution. Designed to be integrated into a customer's data acquisition system or as a complete data collection hardware/software system, the ITS is ideal for such diverse pressure measurements as tire footprints, caster pressures, assembly torque setups, polishing head pressures, pinch roller calibrations, hot rollers, water cooled molds and others that demand precision.
The ITS is based on the next generation of PPS-proprietary TactArray technology. This scalable technology allows the user to configure mats up to 24" x 100" with 1 to 16,000 0.08" (2 mm) elements on as little as 0.3" (8 mm) centers. This mat is only 0.012 inches (0.3 mm) thick yet can measure up to 500 psi (pounds per square inch). The capacitive-based sensors are KaptonÂ® encapsulated, enabling accurate, stable, and reliable operation across a wide temperature range from -100 to 400Â°F (-40 to 200Â°C) making the sensors ideal for high-pressure applications where heat can be intense. The scalability of the drive electronics also allows for fast data sampling with data acquisition speeds up to 200 kHz.
In military and aerospace applications, these sensors can be placed on surfaces undergoing testing to more accurately quantify real life structural stresses. In industrial applications, the ITS can be placed between two surfaces to measure the applied forces across a surface in intensive pressure applications - presses, printing rollers, assembly set-up techniques, etc. - to establish torque requirements and patterns. And in the robotics world, the ITS is used to enhance gripping and applied forces of pressure used to pick an object up for example and relay the information back in real time.
The ITS sensor is adaptable to many OEM and data acquisition applications. Simply adding additional sensors by plugging in more drive electronics and attaching additional sensor mats can increase the area being tested. Depending on the system, data is output via USB 1.1 or via a DC analog voltage signal. Combined with PPS's data analysis software package or the user's own software ITS becomes the heart of an industrial or test monitoring system.
System specifications include full-scale ranges of 0-500 and 0-20 PSI, 300:1 dynamic range and 0.15% static noise. In addition, pressure sensitivity is user-selectable. Complete specifications can be found at www.pressureprofile.com/its.
Price and Availability
Prices start at $1,500 for a single sensor or $15,000 for a sensor array. Price includes the sensor, mat, drive electronics, and a limited one-year warranty. Delivery is 6 to 8 weeks.
About Pressure Profile Systems
Pressure Profile Systems, Inc. (PPS) was formed in 1996 to design, develop, and manufacture high performance multi-element pressure and tactile sensing systems. PPS tactile sensing technology was originally developed at Harvard University and subsequently enhanced into PPS's proprietary TactArray technology through funding from the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency, Army Research Laboratory, and National Institutes of Health.
For more information on the ITS, Pressure Profile Systems, or its other products, contact PPS at 310.641.8100; via e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.org or visit the company web site at www.pressureprofile.com.


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Ten-year-old Taveon Graves wants to be a police officer.
“I want to help the world any way possible,” he said after sitting through a lecture that might point him in that direction.
Graves was among the 40 children taking part in the first-ever Youth Police Academy, a joint-effort by the Danville Police Department and Averett University in a bid to win the community’s trust and encourage higher achievement in school.
The three-week program, for children ages 10 to 16, aims to introduce those interested in law enforcement to the prospect of college. And on Monday, they crowded the gym bleachers at Langston High School to hear about the possibility of going to college.
“Most people tell you to get away … there’s nothing for you in Danville,” Matthew Mann, assistant director of admissions at Averett, told the crowd of listeners seated on bleachers. “Danville has a very viable option for you to go to college.”
The Youth Police Academy is the latest in a series of steps the department has taken to reduce violent crime and increase community engagement. The Division of Community and Youth Engagement was created in April, roughly two months after Scott Booth was sworn in as police chief. He has taken such steps to reach out to connect with the community ¬as games of basketball and cornhole to youth events and opportunities to meet the chief.
James Hodgson, Averett University’s program director of professional and graduate studies, spoke about the university’s opportunities for students at their hometown college, and noted that the event is valuable for changing the public’s perception of police amid increasing mistrust.
“We’ve seen a side of policing over last couple of years that has shaken many of us to the core,” he said after speaking to the children. “[The program is] wonderful public relations, but I think more importantly it’s about that issue of building relationships and trust.”
Turnout proved to be double what the police department hoped for. It offered 30 spots for the program and received 60 interested responses. It had to increase the program size to 40 children, Merricks said.
Tom Merricks, supervisor of the department’s Division of Community and Youth Engagement, said the program, while tailored to children interested in law enforcement, is helpful to others as well.
The goal, he said, is to put college on kids’ minds and “give them something to shoot for,” while keeping them away from drugs, crime and gangs.
“If we can help one kid, one kid out of this bunch, it’s worth it,” Merricks said.

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Our MSc Criminology course establishes clear connections between conceptual theories of crime and justice, and applied examples of how they affect contemporary societies. The course has an international focus that goes beyond UK or Scottish borders, making it appealing for a diverse student cohort.
The course content encourages the pursuit of innovative and socially just responses to the problem of crime, from crimes in the street or at home, to crimes of the powerful, crimes across borders, the much newer phenomenon of online crime, and the drug problem. Throughout the course, there's an emphasis on the need for a strong critical understanding of how research is framed, used and developed, which is delivered via modules in data analysis and research design, as well as criminological and socio-legal research methods. You’ll have the opportunity to explore concepts of criminal justice, the social contexts of crime, and a variety of criminological theoretical perspectives as well as applied insights.
With elective modules in specialist subjects you can acquire and develop a range of skills which will significantly enhance your confidence in criminology and your employability. Subjects include:
- rehabilitation and criminal justice work;
- drug policy and interventions;
- criminalisation, social control and human rights.
The course is ideal for those who are keen to continue their studies at postgraduate level, as well as for practitioners who wish to consolidate existing experience and training with a Masters qualification.
Top reasons to study with us
#1 Ranked 1st in Scotland and Top 5 in the UK for Criminology (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023)
#2 Our course showcases international perspectives on criminology and criminal justice, which go beyond a UK focus
#3 Our academics are members of an internationally leading research centre; the Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research
This course offers interdisciplinary insights into pressing current social issues such as terrorism, ethical uses of technology in criminal justice, the issues faced by women in criminal justice, drug policy reform, emergence and regulation of psychoactive substances, or tracing the links between poverty and imprisonment.
You'll gain a critical understanding of how research is framed, used and developed, and by whom, in criminology. Our academics are members of an internationally leading research centre; the Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR), as well as being affiliated with the Scottish Institute for Policing Research (SIRP). Our research features in the media and is used by policymakers and practice leaders.
If you’re interested in studying a module from this course, the Postgraduate Certificate or the Postgraduate Diploma then please email Graduate Admissions to discuss your course of study.
When you study MSc Criminology at the University of Stirling, you’ll be introduced to pioneering empirical and theoretical research in a vibrant, multi-disciplinary environment.
Underpinning the expertise of our staff, the University of Stirling scored highly in the most recent Research Excellence Framework 2021 – a UK-wide assessment of universities’ research output. In the Social Work and Social Policy unit of assessment, we ranked 3rd in Scotland and top 25 in the UK – with 100% of our research environment and 88% of our research deemed world leading or internationally excellent.
We emphasise participation, creativity and reflection in our teaching of this course.
Our course involves a wide range of assessment choices, providing stimulus and variety, but also stretching students with assessments that test a wide breadth of skills and competencies. In addition to conventional essays and critical report writing, you'll also be assessed through presentations, the production of poster presentations, blogs, observation-based reflective reports, drafting briefing papers, and a professional writing exercise.
Also, you'll typically undertake a research dissertation that may involve a range of fieldwork activities depending on the student project (e.g. interviews, focus groups, visual research methods, survey design and administration, and secondary data analysis).
Teaching on this course generally takes place all day on a Friday, and on half a day on a Thursday, but certain modules may be taught on other days.
Program Tuition Fee
As a Masters graduate in criminology, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue a number of career routes in the public, private and voluntary sectors.
Graduates in criminology can go onto roles including:
- prison service
- probation and community justice
- human rights advocacy
- youth work
- women’s justice and recovery services
- victim support
- intelligence services
- services for individuals or families affected by drug use
- drug policy and information organisations
- charities and social enterprises
With a combination of specialist theoretical and methodological knowledge, as well as critical-analytical skills, our course is also a great platform for those considering research and policy-related roles.
Boost your employability by studying at Scotland’s top-rated university for criminology (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023).
Benefit from our links to the criminal justice sector and Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR).

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A year after diversifying into the business of manufacturing and distributing frozen patties, conglomerate GraceKennedy is already boasting on an increased sale of the product by 200 per cent.
In fact, at the end of May, the company saw sales of its frozen patties move up by 300 per cent. Group CEO Don Wehby, in an interview with the Jamaica Observer, said the improved performance was reflective of more Latinos purchasing the product.
“What the data is showing is that we have crossed over — it’s not only Caribbean people. There is also some indication that citizens of the US are purchasing the patties. When we did further research we found that they are buying it for their children for school,” Wehby told Caribbean Business Report.
The conglomerate, which currently distributes patties to over 240 Walmart stores in Atlanta, Florida and New Jersey, has now expanded its footprint to include Target stores. Branded ‘turnovers’ to better reflect the wider American market, the product is also listed in Winn-Dixie supermarkets and can be found in south Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties; central Florida in the Orlando/Orange county area; and in many independent chains, including Broward Meat & Fish, Bravo Supermarkets and Presidente supermarkets.
Wehby plans on securing US$10 million from the distribution of the product, which is produced in three flavours — spicy beef, mild beef and curry chicken. They are priced between US$2.99 and US$3.69 for two patties in each retail box.
Wehby disclosed that the company is now looking to increase its spend on the marketing and promotion of the product as it seeks to expand into the northeast and West Coast of the US come 2019.
“We are happy. One of the things that we need to do is to see if there is a possibility to backward integrate, meaning working with our suppliers to ensure that they can sustain this level of growth. We are strong in the southeast — Florida going up to Atlanta — so we are going to increase our distribution on the northeast,” Wehby said.
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In the past few months, CD Projekt Red has been extremely transparent, possibly in an attempt to get some goodwill from its fanbase following the devastating launch of Cyberpunk 2077. It’s not an easy idea when the developers are going to be able to launch a series of games. For example, a project called the Cyberpunk 2077-sexy has been put into development, but we haven’t much information. Luckily, things have been a little more clear about Witcher episodes.
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Since a little back then it was announced that a new trilogy of Witcher games is being planned, as well as a remake of the original Witcher games released in 2007. CD Projekt Red didn’t announce any windows to these titles, but now we know roughly what they will launch in the third quarter thanks to some comments made by Adam Kicinski, president and CEO of CD Project Red.
Weird Horse, Wild Hunt: The Perfect Christmas Game…
According to Kicinski, the planned remake of the original Witcher is going to be launched only before the release of The Witcher 4. Kicinski explains that the reason for this is that the witcher remake can use the special technology built specifically for The Witcher 4, in order to make sure that the remake matches the new version’s visuals. He states that both will be developed “partially in parallel,” but The Witcher 4 will be the first out of the gate.
“Becoming back to The Witcher, and when it will come, there will be “the Witcher 4,” according to Kicinski. “The Witcher Remake will be based in a large part on Polaris technology, so it’s partially parallel to Polaris, but as soon as it gets the idea of a new version of the witcher, it’ll be possible to reproduce it in the remake.
It’s unlikely to happen that the game will be released in the next few years. The Witcher 4 has only recently lost its director. Kicinski said in early October that the final development is in the early stages of the exploitation of this title. He even confirmed that the game’s going to take at least three years to build before it hits store shelves, and that’s only if things go according to plan.
Given the fact that The Witcher 4 isn’t full flow, it’s likely we’ll have to wait another five years for the Witcher Remake, which is unbearable considering that Geralt voice actor Doug Cockle hasn’t yet been contacted about coming back. Unfortunately, we won’t get any more Witcher games over a long time, but at least now we’ll have a completely new adventure to experience before moving into more familiar territory.

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"Lucky to have had the best and most deeply loving mama I could have asked for 💕," The Daisy Jones & The Six star wrote
"Lucky to have had the best and most deeply loving mama I could have asked for 💕," Keough captioned her post.
In the image, Presley — who died at age 54 on Jan. 12 — can be seen holding a baby Keough with then-husband Danny Keough at her side.
The pair were married from 1988 to 1994 and also shared son Benjamin Keough, who died by suicide in 2020 at age 27.
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In the comments section, Keough was met with well-wishes from fans who sent their love as she marked the annual occasion.
"Sending you love Riley xx I know today is difficult for you xx," one user wrote, as another said, "Thinking of you today 💝."
Another fan also sent a sweet message to Keough that included her 14-year-old twin sisters, Finley and Harper Lockwood, whose father is Presley's ex, Michael Lockwood.
"Riley, Sending so much love to you Harper and Finley today. Praying the legacy of her love will be with you girls everyday of your lives," they wrote. "You are such a strong, beautiful young woman and I admire you!"
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Keough is also a mom herself. She and husband Ben Smith-Petersen are the proud parents of a baby girl they welcomed last year.
The actress' mother role was revealed earlier this year during a memorial service for Presley at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, in January.
At the time, Smith-Petersen revealed that he and Keough are parents while sharing a tribute on behalf of his wife, who was seated in the front row.
"I hope I can love my daughter the way you loved me, the way you loved my brother and my sisters. Thank you for giving me strength, my heart, my empathy, my courage, my sense of humor, my manners, my temper, my wildness, my tenacity. I'm a product of your heart, my sisters are a product of your heart, my brother is a product of your heart," Smith-Petersen said of his mother-in-law as he read the words of his wife.
Smith-Petersen — who married Keough eight years ago — did not elaborate further on any details, including their daughter's name.
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Add LED lighting to your Ford Ranger quickly and easily with the Ford 20-in LED Bumper Kit! This easy-to-install solution lets you mount a 20in Single-Row LED Light Bar in the opening on the front bumper. Light the road ahead with this convenient, forward-facing lighting product that makes it easy to see the trail ahead, with powerful LED illumination provided by a 20-inch single-row LED light bar. Available in the Black-Series for a sleek and modern look.
Best of all, this kit is easy to install – with no cutting or drilling required – making it easy to upgrade the front-end of your Ranger with this impressive lighting system. This kit includes a 3-year warranty! If you have any questions about the Ford 20-in LED Bumper Kit, send us an email at email@example.com. Be Seen & Be Safe!
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Ready for retirement? Find out why many are considering encore careers and push your boundaries into something more, here.
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It’s safe to say the the John Wick films are a blockbuster franchise with each installment outdoing the last in terms of box office gross and action set pieces. The world of John Wick is just getting started and today we have an update on the highly anticipated Starz series The Continental which was announced some time ago.
A new article had surfaced courtesy of The Wrap which sheds some light on the top secret project and COO Jeffrey Hirsch was able to give us just a little morsel of what to except from the spin-off series.
Hirsch recently spoke to The Wrap at the Television Critics Association And the biggest news is that he said the series will be set “way earlier” then the three films in the franchise. The series will serve as basically an origin story of the infamous line of hotels that harbors sage passage for the world’s most dangerous assassins.
Another bit of news that may not sit well with John Wick fans is that the Starz prequel will most likely not debut until Chapter 4 is released in 2021. It was also revealed that Keanu Reeves himself might make guest cameos in the series but unfortunately Hirsch was mum when it came to that detail. “That’s a really good question and we’re not going to answer,” was Hirsch’s only response.
The Continental will be penned and executive produced by Chris Collins who will also serve as the Showrunner and Thunder Road Pictures’ Basil Iwanyk will executive produce besides the first film’s directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch, as well as original screenwriter Derek Kolstad and Reeves himself. One piece of juicy news is that Stahelski will helm the pilot episode.
At this time, John Wick: Chapter 3- Parabellum has grossed over $300 million worldwide making it the most successful entry to date.
For now, we have a long wait for Chapter 4 and the series as they both won’t debut until 2021so keep it locked and loaded right her for all future announcements!
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Papers relating to a survey of Arizona cattle ranchers to evaluate the shipment of feeder cattle outside of the State for further grazing and fee
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Correspondence Regarding Sulphur Smoke Injury to Crops in the Sulphur Springs Valley, Cochise County, Arizona
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Forrest Shreve, 1878-1950, was a botanist, desert plant ecologist; on the staff of the Desert Botanical Laboratory of the Carnegie Institution, Tucson, Arizona, from 1908 to 1929, director from 1929 to 1938. Collection includes transcripts of five speeche ...
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Homer Leroy Shantz was a plant physiologist for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture; Botany professor at several universities; later, Chief of Wildlife Management Division, U.S. Forest Service. This collection contains field notebooks, reprint articles, speeche ...
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Local Government Reform in Cumbria- will it affect you?
Many of you will have seen the news that came out on Wednesday 21 July announcing the outcomes of the Local Government Review which only affects a few areas in Britain this time round, but specifically it involves Cumbria.
This is the first change to the Council administration make up since 1974 when Cumberland, Westmorland and parts of North Lancashire were brought together to form Cumbria County Council. This is a two tier arrangement where there are also six District Councils and the Lake District National Park Authority which has its own planning authorisations.
As you are probably aware the Government is actively driving a devolution agenda across the UK. The Government invited all seven Authorities to submit their proposals for local government reform to replace the current set up, and on 21 July announce that it wanted to proceed with a two-unitary east/west model .
The western council would be created from the areas of Carlisle, Allerdale and Copeland. And the eastern council would comprise Eden, South Lakeland and Barrow. The geography of Cumbria being as it is therefore puts Barrow in the east along with Alston which is near to 90 miles and 2 hours away. However it has been pointed out that situation already has prevailed as Cumbria since 1974 within a single County Council. Also it is anticipated that there will be local committees that can address the localism agenda.
The main reasons being promoted for the change are around economies of scale that could be achieved for instance in planning and environmental health, but also in many other areas such as roads, waste, education and the administration of physical assets. In addition as West Cumbria, Allerdale and Copeland have a long established relationship through historical association, travel to work and more general economic crossover, transport links, housing associations and healthcare, and have been engaging in shared services as an efficiency model in some existing service delivery. Part of the bid for this model was a proposal for a combined mayoral strategic authority.
So what does this mean for members of BEC Business Cluster? Well on the face of it not too much difference if of course you live outside of what is the county of Cumbria. The proposers of the new model in the west promise greater integration and improved service delivery, more accountability, a simplified structure and the removal of duplication.
From a business perspective of course trading companies do not recognise internalised borders. They see opportunity and seek out new markets and contracts, so is there a positive for them from these announcements?
Well the greatest opportunity could be how the existing assets are managed and improved, and what new business can be brought to what on the face of it for the west looks like a pretty dynamic new authority as far as the existing asset base is concerned. A City, University, 2 well established FE and HE Colleges, many good or outstanding Schools, Airport, 3 motorway junctions and connections to east coast ports, 3 ports at Workington, Whitehaven and Silloth, rail connectivity to West Coast Main Line to London and Scotland. A National Park, 2 World Heritage sites. 2 substantial hospitals, plans for extensive new housing at Carlisle Garden Village. World class businesses and of course at Sellafield a global base for nuclear engineering management, and of course our Centre of Nuclear Excellence which offers land owned by NDA with a licence to operate new nuclear facilities, be they large or modular in construction.
The cherry on the cake arising from this change is the promise of a “devo” deal for areas that go down this unitary route of two Councils with the prospect of a directly elected Mayor. Other parts of Britain have benefited greatly from going down this direction. In Cumbria we have seen Borderlands funding and most recently very welcome and not insubstantial town deals for Maryport, Workington, Cleator Moor and Millom. What the western Cumbria geography needs is substantial infrastructure funding that will attract crucial new inward investment to the area, bringing with it large numbers of a wide variety of sustainable jobs that will entice our young people to stay in the area. This of course brings more opportunity to the indigenous supply chain, many of whom are members of BEC Business Cluster. As we strive to make this area a genuine Clean Energy Technology Hub, support from Government will be very necessary for us to reach and maintain expectations for our community, and by doing so leverage the much needed support for our deprived communities under a genuine levelling up campaign that is being masterminded by the Invest in Cumbria Alliance. This venture supported by BEC Business Cluster with a group of private sector organisations that has come together to ensure that the prosperity of Cumbria is reflected in the level of investment into the County. It will play in significantly to the transitional arrangements for the new unitary authorities.
In terms of process, following the announcement all Councils in Cumbria will now work together, with Government, to plan and enact the transitional arrangements. A joint transition plan will be created ensuring that the focus remains on service delivery and improvement, whilst realising all of the benefits set out in the proposal to Government. It is anticipated that the two new Councils will be in place by April 2023, with elections for shadow councils taking place in May next year.
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In 1985 Maurizio Cocchia starts his business career founding VA.MA. Ricambi Injection parts.
From the begin VA.MA. Ricambi starts as exclusive regional dealer for MEAT & DORIA, first with focus on carburetor spare parts, then immediately follows the evolution of the electronic injection. It grows following the change and the new technology of the electronic and air conditioning. Over all these years it develops a great experience in the automotive sector that allows the company to have high technical knowledge.
In 2007, to fully satisfy the needs of the customers, the company moves its headquarters in Casoria and becomes VA.MA. srl.
It is exclusive regional dealer in Campania and Calabria for MEAT & DORIA but it deals with a lot of other companies such as: Mira, 3Effe, Krios, Gparts, Gipro, Demax.
VA.MA. S.r.l. Injection Parts it’s not just a name: it is a long-time project, a modern and important company that with its experience and with the care for the warehouse availability can have a space in the world of the electronic injection parts.


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After finishing John Scalzi’s The Last Colony, I was excited to launch right into this one, which is unrelated to the Old Man’s War trilogy. Unfortunately, The Android’s Dream really wasn’t my cup of tea: It’s a very light action-adventure story with heavy dollops of farce
In the near future, mankind has joined a community of worlds, and one of its closest allies among the many alien races is the caste-bound Nidu, who communicate in part by sense of smell. One human diplomat harbors a long-standing grudge against the Nidu and sparks a diplomatic incident in a first chapter which is basically a long fart joke (with an equally-unfunny aside about meat consumption). Besides just not enjoying the chapter, it made it hard for me to take the rest of the book seriously.
Following that, Secretary of State Jim Heffer and his aide Ben Javna try to find a resolution to the dispute – the Nidu having Earth over a barrel due to the circumstances – and negotiate a deal to try to find a special breed of sheep needed for the upcoming Nidu coronation ceremony. Failure could lead to a breaking of the alliance, a result which some factions on Earth think would be a perfectly fine thing. Javna farms out the sheep-finding job to his friend Harry Creek, a low-level functionary in the government who’s actually a tremendously capable ex-soldier, and who is the book’s protagonist. Creek has the help of a cutting-edge computing resource, and in his search he meets Robin Baker, owner of a pet store with an unexpected relationship to Creek’s search. Creek and Robin are pursued by hired guns whose employers have different designs on the coronation, and there are a couple of other interested parties as well. The problems are solved with a little deus-ex-machina mixed with a little Gordian-knot-slicing.
Some of what I enjoyed about Scalzi’s other books is present here: Creek and Robin facing their pursuers in the middle of a mall is smartly written and inventively engaging. Creek’s background in the army is well-thought-out. The dialogue is sharp.
But the book is weighed down by its many frivolous and farcical elements. The Android’s Dream is filled with the sorts of ridiculous touches which turned me off of books such as Neal Stephenson’s Snow Crash or Max Barry’s Jennifer Government: The extreme conclusion of mixing our meat-consuming culture with our conservationist attitudes; a church created as a scam and self-consciously maintained in that spirit (sort of the anti-Scientologists); the endless parade of rather silly aliens. It all feels more dreary than funny.
Scalzi also employs the time-worn technique of giving many of the major characters – as well as the Church of the Evolved Lamb – a lengthy expository aside in which their backstory and motivations are explained, often for humorous effect. For some reason, this technique never works for me: The backstory, even if relevant, feels extraneous, and also falls into the trap of being a big “tell-don’t-show” exercise.
And, I was disappointed that, well, there isn’t anything in the book about androids dreaming; the title refers to the breed of sheep that everyone’s trying to find. (The cover features sheep, although it also features an android. It really has almost nothing to do with the story, and thus seems a little misleading.) Of course, the title plays off the title of Philip K. Dick’s novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, and some have said that the book has some stylistic similarities to Dick. I’ve only read a little of Dick’s writing (The Man in the High Castle and A Scanner Darkly), neither of which I enjoyed, so that’s not a selling point for me.
The book moves along fairly well after getting through the first several chapters, which set up the scenario and introduce Creek and his world, but the story just didn’t work for me. I really wanted to like this book, having enjoyed the Old Man’s War series as much as I have. But those books feature a light, bantering narrative set against a serious background with serious themes, while this book was a veneer of serious story set against a mostly-silly background with few serious themes. Not my thing.


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Although all but a few remnants of the ancient capital of Bengal are long-since gone, this is a town well worth visiting.
Sonargaon can be found just to the south east of Dhaka off the Chittagong highway. After the crowds of Dhaka it feels like a peaceful haven. Long abandoned homes of rich Hindus and an old bridge and older mosque add a mysterious quality to the town.
Sonargaon is also the home of a folk museum and local craft items may be purchased.

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How to Make and Use Inexpensive Bit-Free Bridles
by Lisa Preston
Create a variety of inexpensive, reliable, custom-fit bitless bridles in the colors you choose. This 104 page manual includes step-by-step instructions for more than a dozen bridles, halters, and other handmade tack. Available from Alpine Publications for $24.95, alpinepub.com or lisapreston.com. Foreword by Robert M. Miller, DVM.
Editor’s Note: Ever hear of a chin-slip, cross-jaw, or Indian hackamore? Me neither. Lisa Preston’s book on making bitless bridles was an education, in more ways than one. It includes information about going bit-free as well as research into horse anatomy. However, Lisa doesn’t make you feel like a jerk if you do use bits. The book focuses on how to construct bitless bridles: equipment needed, knots to learn, and how to measure your horse. I am quite directionally impaired, but was able to construct a chin-slip for my newly started 3-year-old mustang Mateo with only a couple of hiccups. I felt like the 80’s TV star MacGyver—look what I can do with two rings and some kernmantle rope! Next up? Making a “hackalea.” Highly recommend this book.
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O'Connor could go pro and sign with the Cubs. He could head to his first-choice college, Cal State Fullerton. He also could wait and follow former Fullerton coach Augie Garrido to Illinois, The Times wrote.
"The decision he had to make was really weighing on him," O'Connor's high school coach Bob Ickes told The Times after O'Connor's initial decision to head to Fullerton. "You could tell he was bothered by it."
O'Connor eventually did follow his coach to Illinois. He also eventually turned pro. His pro career lasted six seasons. He saw AAA, but not the bigs.
O'Connor's pro career began in 1990, taken by the Braves in the 32nd round of the draft out of Illinois.
O'Connor played at Illinois in 1989 and 1990. He hit .319 over his career there. He was also invited to try out for the U.S. national team.
With the Braves, O'Connor started with rookie Idaho Falls. He got into 12 games and hit .234.
He played 1991 largely at single-A Macon. He also got time at high-A Durham. He hit .240 over 118 games between the two clubs.
O'Connor returned to Durham for all of 1992. He singled in the 15th inning of a July game and scored the winning run. He then played 1993 and 1994 at AA Greenville. He hit .272 in 1994. He knocked in a run on a single in an August game.
O'Connor made AAA Richmond for 1995. He got into 94 games and hit .222, ending his career.
- Los Angeles Times, Aug. 20, 1987:O'Connor Sticks by Decision, Prepares for State Tournament
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Montana Addiction Treament | Long-Term Montana Drug Rehab Centers
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- Using Health Insurance For Rehab
- Montana Substance Abuse Facts
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According to the Montana Department of Justice, one in 10 Montanans struggles with drug or alcohol abuse. The state also ranks third in the country for age-adjusted alcohol-related deaths, and it’s estimated that more than 11,000 years of life are lost each year because of alcohol-related issues.
Fortunately, Montana offers a variety of state-approved addiction treatment facilities for its residents. If you or a loved one struggles with a substance use disorder, you can learn more about your drug or alcohol rehab options below.
How To Find & Choose Addiction Treatment In Montana
The Montana Department of Health and Human Services oversees addiction treatment in the Big Sky State. If you’re a resident searching for professional treatment for a substance use disorder, you can find help by:
- using SAMHSA’s Behavioral Health Treatment Locator
- reviewing Montana’s Chemical Dependency Treatment Provider list and contacting treatment centers directly
- calling SAMHSA’s national helpline
- speaking with your primary care provider to get a treatment center referral
As you consider your treatment options, keep in mind that high-quality rehab facilities typically share many of the same features.
In your search for the right treatment center, it’ll benefit you to look closely at facilities that offer:
- evidence-based services, which have documented research proving their ability to improve treatment outcomes
- accreditation from a state or national body that signifies the facility’s adherence to a high standard of care
- a complete continuum of care, from detox and inpatient services to outpatient programs and aftercare support
- licensed drug and alcohol counselors who have the training and experience to help you successfully overcome the physical and psychological effects of addiction
- individualized treatment plans that are designed based on your history, needs, and goals of treatment
As you evaluate treatment facilities, it’s also important to consider rehab program length, the cost of care, the types of payment accepted, and whether the programs align with your personal treatment goals.
Montana Drug & Alcohol Treatment Programs
In the state of Montana, substance abuse treatment typically begins with an individual assessment to determine your personal needs. Based on the results of your assessment, you may enter into a detox program and then progress to inpatient or outpatient rehab.
Treatment facilities throughout the state also offer relapse prevention planning, transitional services, and access to community resources to help individuals maintain long-term recovery.
Medical Drug & Alcohol Detoxification
For many individuals, medical detoxification, which is designed to help people withdraw from drugs and alcohol safely, is the first step in the addiction treatment process.
Because withdrawal can produce uncomfortable side effects, you’ll receive 24-hour medical supervision and behavioral support throughout the detox process. Once you’ve successfully navigated withdrawal and its side effects, you’ll move forward with your treatment program.
Residential/Inpatient Drug Rehab
As the most intensive form of alcohol or drug addiction treatment, inpatient rehab offers 24-hour care and support in a residential setting that encourages health and wellness.
Inpatient programs offer a variety of therapeutic approaches to help you overcome addiction, which may include dual diagnosis care for co-occurring disorders and medication-assisted treatment.
If you can attend inpatient rehab, this highly dedicated setting can help you focus solely on recovery rather than the obligations and stresses of everyday life.
Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Outpatient addiction treatment services typically include partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and standard outpatient programs. This form of rehab requires you to travel to and from the treatment facility several days each week.
Often, outpatient treatment is used as a step-down level of care after a stay in a residential treatment facility. In some cases, it may also be used as a more flexible alternative to inpatient rehab.
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is designed to augment the treatment process for alcohol and opioid use disorders. Your treatment provider will determine if this form of treatment can help improve your likelihood of achieving long-term recovery.
In a MAT program, you’ll receive behavioral therapy, group therapy, and FDA-approved medications to help you manage the physical and psychological side effects of addiction. Medications vary by substance but may include methadone, naltrexone, or buprenorphine.
For most people, addiction recovery is a long-term process that extends beyond the length of a typical rehab program. Aftercare support services provide continuing care to help you successfully manage your recovery after you complete a dedicated drug treatment program.
Support services can vary by facility but typically include sober-living housing, stress management, access to community resources, self-help group participation, and more.
Using Health Insurance For Addiction Treatment In Montana
In Montana, your private health insurance plan may cover a portion or all of your addiction treatment program. Many treatment facilities in the state also accept Medicare/Medicaid and state insurance plans to help pay for the cost of care.
To find out whether your insurance policy includes coverage for rehab, you can:
- Contact a treatment provider directly to inquire about insurance coverage
- Call the number on the back of your insurance card to discuss the specifics of your plan
- Speak with your HR benefits administrator if you have employer-sponsored insurance
If You Don’t Have Insurance
If you’re a Montana resident and don’t have insurance, you may still be able to get help paying for addiction treatment.
Montana offers IHS-funded rehab programs for individuals of native descent, as well as income-based, sliding scale treatment services at certain facilities throughout the state.
Montana Substance Abuse Facts
Officials in Montana estimate that nearly 80,000 state residents live with a substance use disorder. Drug overdose is one of leading causes of injury-related death in the state, and countless families have been affected by substance abuse in Montana.
Some key substance use facts gathered from the Montana Department of Health and Human Services include:
- Around 64,000 state residents are estimated to have alcohol use disorder.
- Over 40% of all vehicle-related fatalities are caused by drunk driving.
- Alcohol accounts for an estimated 390 deaths each year.
- Of all drug violations, meth accounts for 35% of them each year.
- Over 90% of state residents with substance use disorder do not receive treatment.
Although Montana sees fewer opioid-related deaths than the rest of the United States, and death rates have actually fallen in Montana since 2010, officials have still taken action to reduce opioid abuse and overdose in the state.
Addiction Treatment At Ark Behavioral Health
At Ark Behavioral Health, we operate a network of accredited addiction treatment facilities in Massachusetts. We offer a full continuum of care, from medical detox and inpatient treatment to outpatient programs and aftercare support services.
We’re proud to serve Montana residents at any of the following rehab facilities:
- Recovering Champions in Falmouth, MA
- Spring Hill Recovery Center in Ashby, MA
- Bedrock Recovery Center in Canton, MA
Montana Addiction Treatment FAQ
How Do I Access Treatment In Montana?
To access addiction treatment in Montana, you can reach out to a treatment provider directly, speak with your primary care provider to get a referral, or use the Montana Crisis Text Line by texting “MT” to 741-741.
You can also visit the Montana Department of Health and Human Services website to learn more about substance use disorder services and resources.
What Does Addiction Treatment Look Like In Montana?
Addiction treatment in Montana typically begins with detox and progresses to inpatient treatment or outpatient treatment. Rehab services usually also include relapse prevention planning and transitional services.
Keep in mind, though, that addiction treatment looks different for every individual based on their unique needs, history, and goals of treatment. Your treatment provider will develop an individualized rehab plan based on your personal needs assessment.
Does Insurance Cover Addiction Treatment In Montana?
Yes, insurance covers addiction treatment in Montana. Most facilities accept private policies and many facilities also accept state insurance, as well as Medicare and Medicaid.
Can I Go To Drug Rehab In Montana Without Insurance?
If you don’t have insurance, you may still be able to attend drug rehab in Montana. If you’re of native descent, the state offers IHS-funded rehab programs. If you’re not of native descent, you may qualify for sliding-scale treatment or reimbursements based on your ability to pay.
Are There Walk-in Opioid Clinics In Montana?
Yes, Montana has walk-in opioid clinics throughout the state. These clinics are typically located in more populous cities, such as Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman, Helena, and others.
Are There Free Or State-Funded Rehab Centers In Montana?
Montana offers IHS-funded treatment services to individuals of native descent. Those who are not of native descent may qualify for sliding-scale payment based on their income and ability to pay.
How Long Does Drug Rehab Last In Montana?
Most rehab programs last 30, 60, or 90 days. However, aftercare support services may continue for several months or longer after the completion of a dedicated rehab program.
Montana Department of Health and Human Services - Community Medical Services Opioid Treatment Program Description
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Montana Department of Justice - Substance Use in Montana
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Montana Department of Health and Human Services - Montana Substance Use Disorders Task Force Strategic Plan
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alf is a cautious creator.
I guess the name of a cautious creator says it all. I am a gemini. I guess both sense and sensibility of mine are in a balanced mix. But is that harder? I have 2 sides. Now I think about it - I sometimes do struggle from split (not personality) minds. Or does everybody? I find myself doing things that might be of double standards? I like peace when it's chaotic and I like chaos when it's peaceful.
I try to be creative in ways of living life. At the same time I try to find some predictability and familiarity in life. Recent observation - I couldn't get myself to follow the weekly schedule and hence suffered from feeling like a loser. Being a 乖仔 for so long, my bad-boi side is rambling and toying with my mind.
All and all, it's good to let the test reveal a part of me that I didn't already know about myself. Just put it in the way that - I have still got some left in the tank to be figured out.

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Get it Published! by Lisa Brunette – Guest Post
Get it Published! by Lisa Brunette – Guest Post
Today on the blog we welcome author Lisa Brunette, with her guest post ‘Get it Published‘ and find out about her new book, Framed and Burning, which was released on 27th November 2015. Post contains affiliate links.
Lisa Brunette is author of the Dreamslippers mystery series, winner of an indieBRAG medallion and praised by Kirkus Reviews, MidwestBook Review, and others.
Brunette is a career writer with a long list of newspaper and magazine bylines and story design credits in hundreds of best selling video games.
She holds an MFA from University of Miami, where she was a Michener Fellow. Her short stories and poetry have appeared in magazines and won her numerous awards.
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Once Cat found a brochure on her bed for a four-day course on “healing with color therapy,” which would begin with a questionnaire meant to identify her “one true color” and end with an exercise that promised to “integrate her color’s vibrational harmony with the universal rainbow.”
The old Cat would have confronted her grandmother with such a ridiculous brochure, and the two of them would probably have kidded about it, but the new Cat tossed it in the trash without a word. She didn’t need poking and prodding around the wall of sadness lodged in her chest. What she needed was work and time, and to get clear on her new life as a committed single person. For Cat had no intention of ever getting entangled again.
As a dreamslipper, how could she? The people around her would only get hurt. Even friendships were off limits; her friendship with Wendy, a friendship made possible by Cat’s undercover work in the Plantation Church, had ended in pain and betrayal. No, it was her duty to focus on her purpose—her work—and leave relationships to normal people.
She kept this to herself, though. Everyone had so many expectations of her grief, as if she were supposed to follow a script. Even her Granny Grace was guilty, with the pressure to make sure Cat was taking steps to heal correctly.
Being in Miami had helped lift the persistent heaviness off her chest, even if she hadn’t shown it. Cat figured this was partly due to an infusion of vitamin D from the sunshine.
In drab Seattle, people tended to paint their houses equally drab colors. But in Miami, which was already a riot of tropical flowers and ostentatious birds, people drenched their homes in the same colors: tangerine, aqua, pink. It made her wish her grandmother lived here, near Great-Uncle Mick instead of in the Northwest. Why did the two siblings live on extreme opposite ends of the country, anyway?
The fire in his studio had pulled her out of a fog, though, that was for sure. Though she’d just met Donnie, she’d liked him right off. He was intrigued by her name, and when she said it was short for “Cathedral,” he launched into a rambling account of the cathedrals he’d visited in Europe.
“By far, the most amazing cathedral in the entire world is the Sagrada Familia,” he’d pronounced. He retrieved his phone, and in a few seconds, he had a slideshow of images. “Look, here we are creating monuments to God, and Gaudí instead found God down here on Earth, in nature. The columns are like trees!”
That was the first thing she’d thought of in the hotel room when Sergeant Alvarez said Donnie was dead. He was so gleeful about that church in Barcelona. He made her promise to visit it sometime, saying, “Cross my heart and hope to die.”
She wished he hadn’t made her say that. It was such a silly, girlish thing, and now…
Dreamslippers Book Two
Author – Lisa Brunette
Publisher – Sky Harbor LLC
Pages – 390
Release Date – 27th November 2015
Format – ebook, paperback, audio
A gift with limitations…and consequences.
A couple of PIs with the ability to “slip” into another person’s dreams find themselves defending one of their own. Someone sets fire to Mick Travers’ studio, killing his assistant, and Mick won’t give an alibi.
Eccentric Granny Grace and her level-headed granddaughter Cat hope to prove his innocence and hunt down the real killer.
Will they discover that a jealous rival was out to destroy Mick’s art—and reputation? Or is something even darker behind the arson and murder?


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Under normal circumstances, female friends will have a lot of different pregnancy reactions after pregnancy. For example, there will be pregnancy vomiting in the early pregnancy, frequent urination and insomnia during pregnancy …Because with the larger and larger stomach of the pregnant mother during pregnancy, it will be inconvenient in terms of action or sleeping position, but pregnant mothers need to pay attention to the changes in their bodies in time.signal of.
If the pregnant mother often has these situations when she sleeps, there is no way to ask for help from the fetus to you, don’t care about it.
1. Regular insomnia
Insomnia can be said to be commonplace for many pregnant mothers. There are many reasons for insomnia during pregnancy. For example, the effects of progesterone have caused pregnant mothers to be extremely excited. Thinking is too active, and it is not easy to fall asleep …Insomnia in pregnant women will have emotional instability, which may lead to fetal lips malformation and jaw fracture rabbit lips.If pregnant women are too nervous due to insomnia, they may also cause recycling dysfunction of circulatory systems and threaten fetal health.Therefore, if the pregnant mother often insomnia, pay attention, it is likely to be the help signal from the baby.
2. It is easy to be awakened at night
Many pregnant mothers will have a wake -up state when they sleep during pregnancy, as if they are shocked.In fact, this may be because pregnant women are more sensitive during pregnancy. The changes in the external environment or the baby with a stomach suddenly moves … they will cause their emotional fluctuations, but it will be noted that it will be excited to make the pregnant mother excited and heartbeat and heartbeat.Speed up, which will affect the child, and the child will be enhanced and frequent fetal movements will occur.
3. Frequently frequent urination, and there are blood silk
Pregnant mothers often have frequent urination during pregnancy and have bloodshot, which may be caused by the urinary tract infection of the pregnant mother.The weight of the lower abdomen of the pregnant mother during pregnancy gradually increases, and the volume of the abdominal cavity becomes larger, which will cause the bladder to be squeezed and frequent urination.In this case, pregnant mothers need to pay attention to. If effective treatment is not performed, it may cause nephritis, affect the health of the fetus, and even have premature birth … adverse consequences.
Pregnant mothers can look at it. If the above situations have occurred and the time is relatively long, they must go to the hospital for inspection in time, otherwise they will cause "threats" to the health of the fetus.Usually pay more attention to observing the changes in your physical reaction, and successfully give birth to a healthy and healthy baby!
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Are chit funds for you? Tips to gain from them
It's a personal loan, a recurring deposit and a kitty party rolled into one. A chit fund means many things to many people. For someone seeking a loan, it is a source of costly, but convenient, credit. For the small saver, it is an option that enforces monthly investment discipline.
And for the unbanked rural investor, it is a crucial step towards financial inclusion. Unfortunately, chit funds are also used by fly-bynight operators to defraud semi-literate investors.
The uncovering of the Saradha scam unleashed a media blitzkrieg against chit funds. However, the tainted company, Saradha Realty India, was not really a chit fund. "There is a lack of awareness about chit funds among the media and general public. Anything that fails is branded a chit fund," says TS Sivaramakrishnan, general secretary of the Delhi-based All India Association of Chit Funds.
A chit fund is a traditional savings and borrowing mechanism. As in the case of a kitty party, members pool in a specified amount every month and one of them gets the entire sum. This process is repeated every month till all members get the booty. The difference is that unlike in a kitty party, the winning member is not chosen by a draw of lots, but through an auction.
Bidders accept amounts less than the pooled money in order to get the kitty in a particular month. The lowest bidder gets the pooled sum and the amount he forgoes is distributed among all the members. For instance, if 20 members pool in Rs 1,000 every month, they will have a kitty of Rs 20,000. If the lowest bid in the first month is Rs 16,200, the surplus of Rs 3,800 will be divided equally among the members. This will bring down the first month's net contribution of each member to Rs 810 (see table).
The chit fund participants see this as a winwin situation. The bidder gets the money he desperately needs, and the other members get to pay a lower sum than the original amount agreed upon. For him, it means a quick loan that he will repay through monthly contributions till the end of the chit. For them, it means better returns on their investment in the chit. The organiser (also known as foreman) of the chit fund also benefits. He gets to keep up to 5% of the gross amount every month as his commission. So, the foreman in our example will pocket Rs 1,000 every month. This money will come out of the kitty amount, so the take-home income will be lower than the amount that the winner of the auction had bid for.
This is the theory. In reality, the going is not as smooth as it seems. Fraudsters may manipulate the bidding and run away with the money after collecting the kitties in the initial months. Some members may find it difficult to contribute after a few months and drop out. Also, desperate members may drive down the kitty to very low levels. This makes it a very costly loan and increases the chances of default.
So, investors need to be extra careful when they join a chit fund. They should check the antecedents of the promoter of the chit fund and go through the fine print before participating in the scheme. The very first check should be whether the scheme has the necessary approval of the regulatory body. "Chit funds are governed by the Chit Funds Act 1982. They do not fall under the ambit of Sebi's collective investment scheme regulations," says Lalit Kumar, partner at JSA Advocates & Solicitors.
"Though chit funds are governed by the central legislation, the administration of the Act is left to the state government. Section 89 of the Act also gives power to the state government to make rules to give effect to the provisions of the Act in consultation with the RBI," says Kumar.
Before the Supreme Court ruled on the matter, there were several state level laws like the Tamil Nadu Chit Funds Act 1961, the Kerala Chitties Act 1975, and the Maharashtra Chit Funds Act 1975 for regulating chit funds. Almost every state had a law to this effect. This dualism had been misused by some chit fund operators in the past.
"Some private chit fund operators from Kerala used to register in Haryana to avoid the stringent provisions of the Kerala Chit Act, such as the foreman's deposit or the 5% cap on the foreman's commission. However, in 2012, the Supreme Court banned this practice and ruled that a chit fund can operate only within the state where it is registered," says P Rejendran, managing director of the Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE).
Regulating chit funds
This also brings regulation into focus. The Chit Funds Act 1982 lays down some important ground rules for chit funds. One key guideline is regarding the discount that a member is willing to take on the chit.
The Act says that the prize money, net of the foreman's commission, can't be less than 60% of the total value of the chit. Individual chit funds can keep a higher floor level. For instance, in the chits promoted by the KSFE, you can't bid less than 70% of the chit value. The maximum commission a foreman can charge is also fixed at 5% under the Chit Funds Act 1982.
As mentioned earlier, most chit funds fail because the members who have already received the prize money fail to keep their commitment for the remaining term.
To make sure this doesn't happen, the Chit Funds Act 1982 has laid down that the beneficiary will have to pledge a collateral if his bid for the chit money is successful. One can pledge gold, property, insurance policies, NSCs and bonds, or even provide a personal guarantee from any other member who hasn't yet received the prize money.
Should you save or borrow?
We have already explained that a chit fund is both a saving and borrowing option. If you don't bid for the money till the end, it is like a recurring deposit. You get your money back at the end of the chit's term. Though the sum received will be fixed, your returns will depend on the distributable surplus over the months. There is no assurance of return, nor a fixed formula for how much you can gain. In our example (see table on page 1), the person who waits till the 20th month pays Rs 18,100 over the entire tenure and gets Rs 19,000 in the end. The return works out to 6.3%, which is not very attractive when most banks are offering yields of up to 9% on recurring deposits.
The low returns from a chit fund are basically due to the very high commission that goes to the organiser. At 5% of the kitty value, it is perhaps the second highest commission earned on any product after life insurance policies. Now you know why chit fund companies try to lure investors with freebies and gifts. If no commission was payable to the organiser of the chit, the return in the 20th month works out to 12.9%, which is superior than that offered by debt mutual funds.
Similarly, the chit fund is an easy way to borrow, but the rate of interest is prohibitively high. Though no interest is charged, the contribution keeps rising every month and the total outflow is more than that received. In our example,the member who bid in the first month received Rs 15,200, but had to pay Rs 18,100 over 20 months. The annualised interest rate works out to 22%.
Despite these shortcomings, investors flock to chit funds in large numbers. This is because the option offers tremendous flexibility to the member. He can treat it as a recurring deposit till he needs the money, just like an overdraft facility with a bank. Most people use chits to save for short-term goals, such as buying a vehicle or setting up a business. They are especially useful for goals that can crop up anytime during the tenure of the chit, such as a child's wedding or the purchase of a house.
High commission product
The Chit Funds Act 1982 has capped the commission payable to the foreman at 5%, but this is in relation to the gross chit value. The commission may be higher if you take into account the sum received by the bidder. In the example, the foreman's commission of Rs 1,000 works out to be 6.5% of the Rs 15,200 received by the bidder in the first month. The impact of the commission is lower if the chit fund is for a longer duration. If a chit is for 50 months, the cost of the borrower in the first month goes down to about 12%, while the return for the last month goes up to roughly 10%. In other words, the gap between the cost of the loan and the return on investment narrows down in longer chits.
Tax benefits and treatment
There are also some tax benefits in chit funds. A member who wins an auction by accepting a lower payment can set off the loss from the chit against business income. This reduces the cost of capital for the borrower. However, this benefit is available only to businessmen and traders.
Salaried persons cannot set off the loss against their income. On the other hand, any profit made by the last person in the chit is taxable. The amount is to be shown as income from other sources in the tax return and taxed at the marginal rate applicable to the individual. This further reduces the attractiveness of chit funds as a saving instrument.
Should you invest?
Considering the high cost of capital and the low returns offered by chit funds, this option is not advisable for the average investor. Any bank will extend a personal loan at 22-24% and most recurring deposits offer yields of 8-9%. Only if you have a rather bad credit history and a bank loan is out of the question should you consider joining a chit fund. However, keep in mind that the chit fund company will also insist on a collateral when your bid for the kitty is accepted.
For those looking at chits as a saving option, a bank fixed deposit or a recurring deposit will offer better returns. Only if you don't have access to regular banking should you consider a chit fund. Automate your investment if you lack the discipline to save.
Unregistered chit funds are popular among traders and small businessmen because they are able to put the unaccounted for money to use. In most such cases, the money is paid in cash. Small shopkeepers find it easy to part with Rs 50-100 on a daily basis so that they can get a lump sum 18-24 months later.

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October 2013: The courtyard at the Ring O’ Bells is one of the smallest gardens in St Issey — yet tomatoes flourish there, among pots of lavender, basil, mint and thyme. This is a village with a passion for plants, and the pub is at the heart of a horticultural revolution which has given residents renewed pride in their community and brought St Issey national recognition.
It was here that the St Issey in Bloom group was launched in the summer of 2010. Two years later, the village won a silver gilt award in the RHS Britain in Bloom contest, and this year, it is going for gold. “We’re representing the whole of the south west, right up to Gloucestershire, and we’re one of only seven villages across Britain competing for the award,” says group chairman Brenda Wright with pride.
Yet in 2010, she points out, St Issey was reeling from the loss of two garages, its village store and post office — all within two and a half years. “The village was losing its identity. Over a glass of wine at the Ring O’ Bells, a group of us decided to do something to put St Issey back on the map. We had an open day for villagers, and the response was absolutely fantastic. At the end of 2010, we had our first village Christmas tree, and by March, we had raised £3,000.”
The group’s first action was to build raised beds using Delabole slate, to create impact in the centre of the village. A range of projects then took root. Wasteland opposite the village hall was planted with multi-coloured grasses and heathers, and a wildlife meadow was created near the parish church.
Outside the village school, there is now a shrubbery and a sensory walk, and pupils have created tiny gardens in containers such as an old tyre, a boot, a watering can and a toy tractor. A Celtic cross made from willow grown in nearby Mellingey has become the centrepiece of the traffic island on the approach to the school. It is surrounded by a rockery with stone from Tredinnick, another hamlet just down the road.
A major addition to St Issey’s floral display this year is the Heritage Trail, which tells the village’s story through illustrated boards and artefacts, and, of course, flowers: along the route, there are bicycles decked with hanging baskets, to emphasise St Issey’s location bordering the Camel Trail.
The theme for Britain in Bloom this year was Edible Britain, which St Issey embraced with enthusiasm. Ring O’ Bells landlord Chris Evins, who supplies around most of the flowers used in the displays from his smallholding, also grows vegetables and soft fruit. “Chris has shown at the pub that you only need a small corner to grow vegetables and herbs,” says Brenda. “We’ve also created displays on an edible theme like a scarecrow dressed as a shepherd and surrounded by runner beans, tomatoes and tree spinach. Most of the salad we served to the Britain in Bloom judges when they came here in July was grown by us.”
Some of this produce came from allotments created on unused land next to the senior citizens’ bungalows. “We do our own composting and a farmer gives us manure,” says resident Marjorie Flint.
“We’re looking forward to getting our own potting shed, and we’re trying to sell excess produce and preserves to make money for the allotments. I’ve grown a lot of rhubarb and courgettes this year, and made cake — courgette and cheese, and plum, rhubarb and ginger — and harvested my gooseberries to make jam.”
At a time when it is becoming difficult for community groups to source grants, generating money for St Issey in Bloom is crucial, says Brenda. “We do a lot of fundraising events at the Ring O’ Bells — it’s the hub of the village, and we think of it as the home of St Issey in Bloom.
“One of the things the judges said last year was that they liked our community spirit. We set up the group to bring people together, without thinking about entering competitions. But because we’ve done so well, a lot of pride has built up in the village now. The judges asked us where we see ourselves going from now. I said we wanted to maintain and improve what we’ve got. We’re not trying to change the village — we’re trying to enhance it. It’s vital that we keep our rural identity.”
She hopes that the next generation will be inspired to play their part in St Issey’s floral future. The signs are promising: families with young children now tend the kitchen garden beds in the school grounds. “When the judges came round, one little boy saw a weed in one of the beds, and said: ‘That’s not meant to be there’,” says Benda with a smile. “Then he threw it over the wall into the garden next door.”

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Japanese construction equipment manufacturer Komatsu will work with Nvidia to use artificial intelligence to make construction sites safer.
Santa Clara, California-based Nvidia announced the deal at its GTC Japan event, where CEO Jensen Huang said that Nvidia graphics processing units (GPUs, which can be used for AI processing) will power visualization and analysis of construction sites for safety issues.
Nvidia’s Jetson AI platform, a credit card-sized device designed to drive robots and drones, will serve as the brains of heavy machinery.
“Artificial intelligence is sweeping across industries, and its next frontier is autonomous intelligent machines,” Huang said in a statement. “Future machines will perceive their surroundings and be continuously alert, helping operators work more efficiently and safely. The construction and mining industries will benefit greatly from these advances.”
Construction is the latest in a series of industries in which Nvidia has signed agreements with companies to use AI to change how they operate. Among these are partnerships with GE Healthcare and Nuance in the area of medical imaging; Fanuc in the field of robotics; and more than 225 car makers, startups and research houses — among them Audi, Tesla, Toyota, and Volvo — for autonomous driving.
Construction sites are generally considered one of the most dangerous workplaces because of heavy equipment, uneven terrain, and continuous activity. Last year, sites in Japan alone recorded some 300 deaths and more than 15,000 injuries, according to the Japan Construction Occupational Safety and Health Association.
And Japan’s construction industry suffers from the nation’s severe labor shortage due to an aging population. Of the 3.4 million skilled workers in the domestic industry (as of 2014), roughly 1.1 million, or one-third, are likely to leave in the next decade, according to the Japan Federation of Construction Contractors.
To help address these issues, Komatsu began in 2015 rolling out its “smart construction” initiative, connecting data related to onsite workers and objects to make work sites safer and more productive. The initiative has been introduced in more than 4,000 sites across the country, with plans to expand both domestically and internationally.
“By leveraging Nvidia’s experience in image processing, virtualization and AI, we can further transform construction areas into job sites of the future,” said Yuichi Iwamoto, senior executive officer and chief technology officer at Komatsu, in a statement.
Komatsu will use Nvidia to create 3D visualizations of construction sites, showing the real-time interaction of people, machinery, and objects. Costly onsite equipment can be closely monitored to ensure it is used with optimal efficiency.
The GPUs will communicate with drones and cameras in the construction sites, acting as an AI platform for analysis and visualization. SkyCatch will provide drones to gather and map 3D images for visualizing the terrain at the edge. Optim, an Internet of Things management software company, will provide an application to identify individuals and machinery collected from surveillance cameras. Both of these Komatsu partners are also members of Nvidia’s Inception program for AI startups.
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