Anthony Joshua is a world champion once again, but some fans still don't think he would be able to defeat Tyson Fury .
The British heavyweight won a rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr on Saturday to reclaim the titles he lost to the Mexican-American in June.
Joshua was stopped by Ruiz in the seventh round of their first meeting six months ago but got his revenge in Saudi Arabia.
The 30-year-old, who weighed in 10lb lighter than he did during the summer, beat his rival by a unanimous points decision after a disciplined performance.
There were suggestions that the fight could be make-or-break for the former Olympic champion, but the recovery of his IBF, WBO and WBA belts has now raised hopes of a showdown with either Fury or Deontay Wilder .
The pair are set expected to contest for the WBC world title for the second time in February 2020 after their first encounter ended in thrilling draw in December 2018.
Although many were left impressed by Joshua's performance, some fans still doubt that he would be victorious if he met either fighter - particularly Fury.
Retired rugby star Andy Goode was one of those who was left unconvinced by Joshua's display and expressed his confidence that Fury would have no problem beating either him or Ruiz.
The former England and Leicester Tigers fly-half tweeted during the bout: "However this fight finishes Tyson Fury would box the head off both Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz.
He was not alone on social media in predicting that the Gypsy King would come out on top if the pair met in the ring.
One user said: "Anthony Joshua gets schooled by Tyson Fury - make that fight happen and he gets found out once and for all."
Another added: "Poor performance overall by Anthony Joshua and poses more questions than answers. Not confident that he could beat Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder."
Meanwhile, some fans praised the Brit's performance on the night but still don't think he would be able to beat Fury.
A third continued: "Great win for the Anthony Joshua, well deserved but I don't think he's a match for The Gypsy King."
And a fourth posted: "Brilliant performance from Anthony Joshua but Tyson Fury still schools him every day of the week and twice on a Sunday."


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FCC says sharing DDoS attack details undermines security
Chairman Pai wants ranking members of congress to just trust that things are under control.
FCC denies report that it didn’t document alleged cyberattack (updated)
The organization also refuses to share "gigabytes" of data on it.
The high-tech war on Tibetan communication
The Chinese digital security state versus a small exile community.
US: North Korea's been hacking everyone since 2009
The state-sanctioned attacks reportedly include the WannaCry ransomware.
Senators ask FBI to investigate FCC's alleged cyberattack
They're concerned the FCC isn't being honest about the incident.
FCC stonewalls demands for evidence of cyberattack
There are concerns it's trying to hide grassroots support for net neutrality.
Nastier version of IoT botnet could brick your smart toaster
BrickerBot is back and stronger than ever.
Black Lives Matter site faced over 100 attacks in half a year
Most of them came from one group trying to silence protests.

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Most benign spindle cell tumors of the urinary bladder are an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT). [1, 2, 3] This lesion has been described in numerous locations in addition to the urinary bladder. [4, 2] Postoperative spindle cell nodule (PSCN) is usually described as histologically identical to IMT, except that a history of instrumentation or trauma to the bladder can be elicited, and plasma cells are often less prominent.
The male-to-female ratio ranges from 2:1 to 3:1. [4, 6, 7] The first large series of 38 cases was comprised of patients aged 2.5 months to 87 years.  Among the 38 cases, the mean age of patients was 38 years for pseudotumor (age range, 15-74 years), 65 years for postoperative spindle cell nodule, 51 years for sarcoma, and 76 years for carcinoma.  Later series involved 46 patients and 42 patients. [4, 6]
Williamson et al discuss inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors in pediatric and young-adult patients, noting that IMTs may be a source of differential diagnostic complexity. According to the authors, the molecular characteristics and clinical behavior of pediatric bladder tumors are, with the exception of rhabdomyosarcoma, less well understood than those in adults. [8, 9]
In some cases, a history of inflammation or irritation of the bladder is elicited, but most cases are idiopathic.
The location is the urinary bladder and, rarely, the ureter.
Clinical Features and Imaging
The most common presenting symptom is hematuria, followed by bladder outlet obstruction and dysuria. In a large series of 38 cases, after review and immunohistochemical workup, 17 patients had inflammatory pseudotumor (myofibroblastic tumor), 4 patients had postoperative spindle cell nodule, and 1 patient had leiomyoma.
The usual appearance of inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor/pseudotumor is illustrated in the image below (see Image 1 in the figure below). Spindle cells are without atypia and have many stromal microvessels. On higher power, there are spindle cells without atypia, loose matrix, and frequent plasma cells—hence the synonym plasma cell granuloma, although it has been defined differently by some authors. Up to 50% of cases have muscularis propria invasion, but so do 50% of sarcomas.  The degree of atypia is minimal, often with loose matrix and plasma cells (see Image 2 in the figure below).
Although necrosis has been described in 30% or more of inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors, the presence of necrosis at the tumor-detrusor muscle interface in muscle-invasive cases was one criterion present in sarcoma that distinguished it from inflammatory pseudotumor (see Image 3 in the figure below). [6, 7]
Other findings specific to sarcoma were more nuclear atypia, less prominent microvasculature, less variable cellularity, consistently ≥1 mitotic figure per 10 high-power fields (see Image 4 in the figure below), and predominant acute inflammation without plasma cells. In some cases, there is myxoid degeneration with cell dropout (see Image 5 in the figure below). [6, 7]
The separation from sarcoma can be made in most cases, although an inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor has overlap with sarcoma in presentation, age range, and size. Key histologic findings that favored pseudotumor were as follows:
- No necrosis at the tumor-detrusor muscle interface, even with muscularis propria invasion
- Less nuclear atypia
- Minimal to absent p53 immunoreactivity
- Mitotic rate ≤1 per 10 high-power fields.
Making a meaningful separation between inflammatory pseudotumor (a term used since 1937)  and inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor (IMT), a term introduced in 1990 for lung lesions, is more difficult.  The oldest large series of 38 spindle cell tumors in the urinary bladder included 17 pseudotumors, 4 postoperative spindle cell nodules (PSCNs), and 13 sarcomas.  The 17 patients in the pseudotumor group had no recurrence.  The term IMT is now used more often than pseudotumor, but IMT may include a more aggressive but overlapping set of lesions.
Whether ALK-1 rearrangements are detected in 8% of cases or over one half of cases perhaps depends on whether the lesions being studied are inflammatory pseudotumors or IMT. [4, 10, 11, 12] The ALK-1 reactivity correlates with local recurrence  and muscle invasion.  IMT includes tumors with necrosis in up to 30% of cases and also encompasses tumors with recurrence in up to 31% of cases, so it is tempting to suggest that, of the tumors classified in 2001 as sarcoma (at least the 7 low-grade ones), most may have been considered by others as IMT or, conversely, that IMT is truly a low-grade sarcoma. [4, 7]
If the 4 criteria for inflammatory pseudotumor are applied, as listed above, the calls to discourage the use of this term might be premature.  Thus, although the terms inflammatory pseudotumor and IMT represent more reactive or more neoplastic points on a spectrum leading to malignancy, there remains at least some histologic factors that predict behavior and there is some rationale to retain the use of both terms.
No single definitive immunostain can make the differential diagnosis of inflammatory pseudotumor compared to other entities, such as sarcoma and sarcomatoid carcinoma.
In a 2001 study, p53 protein nuclear immunostaining of sarcoma was moderate, unlike the rare to absent staining in pseudotumors (see image 6 in the figure below and in Microscopic Findings).  Because all 12 sarcomas were desmin-negative, they were not called leiomyosarcoma; the frequencies of reactivity overlapped with benign tumors in epithelial (cytokeratins, EMA), mesenchymal (vimentin, desmin), and actin (muscle-specific actin and smooth muscle actin) immunostaining.
Anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) has emerged as a fairly specific but not too sensitive marker for IMT, with reactivity in 57% (20/35) of cases,  62% (13/21) of cases,  and 46% (12/26) of cases.  Moreover, ALK rearrangements could be identified in more than one half of cases, [4, 14] generally in all cases that were also ALK-immunoreactive. [14, 15]
A review by Teoh et al reported that ALK-positive inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors of the urinary bladder had a female predilection, appeared to occur more frequently in younger patients, and had different immunohistochemical staining patterns when compared with ALK-negative inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors. The review also reported that regardless of its ALK status, inflammatory myofibroblastic tumors of the urinary bladder has a good prognosis after surgical resection.
Westfall and colleagues confirmed the finding that p53 protein was rare to absent in pseudosarcomatous myofibroblastic proliferation (pseudotumor) of the bladder.  They obtained the following immunostaining results: cytokeratin OSCAR, 70% (7/10); cytokeratin AE1/AE3, 78% (7/9); cytokeratin 34βE12, 0% (0/10); cytokeratin 5/6, 0% (0/9); p63, 0% (0/9); SMA, 100% (10/10); and ALK, 20% (2/10).
Prognosis and Predictive Factors
In one study, no pseudotumors recurred after transurethral resection or partial cystectomy,  although one patient, 5 months after transurethral resection, had a histologically identical pseudotumor that the surgeon considered residual. Rare recurrences were described in another study.

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The plantar fascia is a thick band of connective tissue that runs along the underneath of the foot from the heel bone to the toes. At the heel it can also have fascial connections to the achilles tendon. Its job is to maintain the arch of the foot, it acts as a bowstring pulled between the heel and the toes. “Itis” as a suffix indicates inflammation, but with the plantar fascia there is still some controversy over what exactly happens to the tissue when it becomes painful.
A number of factors can contribute to plantar fasciitis. While men can get plantar fasciitis, it is more common in women. You’re also more likely to have this condition as you age or if you are overweight. Take up a new form of exercise or suddenly increase the intensity of your exercise. Are on your feet for several hours each day. Have other medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus). Tend to wear high-heeled shoes, and then switch abruptly to flat shoes. Wear shoes that are worn out with weak arch supports and thin soles. Have flat feet or an unusually high arch. Have legs of uneven lengths or an abnormal walk or foot position. Have tight achilles tendons, or ‘heel cords’.
If you have Plantar Fasciitis, you will most likely feel a sharp pain under the ball of you heel and it will often give pain when standing after a period of rest. For example when you get out of bed in the mornings or after being sat down. Some patients describe this feeling as a stone bruise sensation, or a pebble in the shoe and at times the pain can be excruciating. Patients with Plantar Fasciitis can experience pain free periods whereby the think they are on the mend, only for the heel pain to come back aggressively when they appear to have done nothing wrong. If your plantar fasciitis came on very suddenly and the pain is relentless, then you may have Plantar Fascial Tears. We will be able to differentiate between these 2 conditions, sometimes with ultra sound imaging. The treatment for each of these conditions will need to be very different.
Plantar fasciosis is confirmed if firm thumb pressure applied to the calcaneus when the foot is dorsiflexed elicits pain. Fascial pain along the plantar medial border of the fascia may also be present. If findings are equivocal, demonstration of a heel spur on x-ray may support the diagnosis; however, absence does not rule out the diagnosis, and visible spurs are not generally the cause of symptoms. Also, infrequently, calcaneal spurs appear ill defined on x-ray, exhibiting fluffy new bone formation, suggesting spondyloarthropathy (eg, ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis. If an acute fascial tear is suspected, MRI is done.
Non Surgical Treatment
To alleviate the stress and pain on the fascia, the person can take shorter steps and avoid walking barefoot. Activities that involve foot impact, such as jogging, should be avoided. The most effective treatments include the use of in-shoe heel and arch cushioning with calf-stretching exercises and night splints that stretch the calf and plantar fascia while the patient sleeps. Prefabricated or custom-made foot orthotics may also alleviate fascial tension and symptoms. Other treatments may include activity modifications, NSAIDs, weight loss in obese patients, cold and ice massage therapy, and occasional corticosteroid injections. However, because corticosteroid injections can predispose to plantar fasciosis, many clinicians limit these injections. For recalcitrant cases, physical therapy, oral corticosteroids, and cast immobilization should be used before surgical intervention is considered. A newer form of treatment for recalcitrant types of plantar fasciosis is extracorporeal pulse activation therapy (EPAT), in which low-frequency pulse waves are delivered locally using a handheld applicator. The pulsed pressure wave is a safe, noninvasive technique that stimulates metabolism and enhances blood circulation, which helps regenerate damaged tissue and accelerate healing. EPAT is being used at major medical centers.
Plantar fasciotomy is often considered after conservative treatment has failed to resolve the issue after six months and is viewed as a last resort. Minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches to plantar fasciotomy exist but require a specialist who is familiar with certain equipment. Heel spur removal during plantar fasciotomy has not been found to improve the surgical outcome. Plantar heel pain may occur for multiple reasons and release of the lateral plantar nerve branch may be performed alongside the plantar fasciotomy in select cases. Possible complications of plantar fasciotomy include nerve injury, instability of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot, fracture of the calcaneus, prolonged recovery time, infection, rupture of the plantar fascia, and failure to improve the pain. Coblation (TOPAZ) surgery has recently been proposed as alternative surgical approaches for the treatment of recalcitrant plantar fasciitis.
An important part of prevention is to perform a gait analysis to determine any biomechanical problems with the foot which may be causing the injury. This can be corrected with orthotic inserts into the shoes. If symptoms do not resolve then surgery is an option, however this is more common for patients with a rigid high arch where the plantar fascia has shortened.

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Max Verstappen sealed pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix as Red Bull look to make a comeback from their disappointing race in Singapore.
The Dutchman saved a set of Soft tyres for his run and blitzed the field by half a second from Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris.
Both Ferrari's only did one run in Q3, but Charles Leclerc could only manage fourth fastest ahead of Sergio Pérez.
The Red Bull driver split the two Ferrari's with Carlos Sainz sixth, with the Mercedes drivers over a second off the fastest time set by Verstappen.
Result Qualification - Japanese
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Alpine drop out in Q2
Both Alpine drivers failed to progress any further in Q2, with Pierre Gasly missing out by just 0.044s.
Liam Lawson also missed out having set the 11th quickest time by 0.043s, while teammate Yuki Tsunoda managed to improve on his final attempt to get into Q3.
Alex Albon was also unable to convert into another Q3 appearance for Williams, with him lining up in 13th on the grid.
The slowest car was Kevin Magnussen who only managed to set the 15th quickest time.
Sargeant crashes out
Within the first ten minutes of Q1 there was a big crash for Logan Sargeant, who was preparing for a lap when he exited the final corner and oversteered onto the grass.
The car continued to go off track and hit the barriers, destroying the left side of the car and ending his session early having failed to put in a timed lap.
It is the second time in four races that the American has crashed on a race weekend, the last time being Zandvoort during qualifying.
Zhou Guanyu had a lap deleted for track limits which put him out in Q1, and a late attempt from Alex Albon knocked out Valtteri Bottas.
They were joined by Lance Stroll and Nico Hulkenberg, as many drivers elected to do another lap on the Softs as they improved.


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January 31, 2017
by Michael J. Seidlinger
Writers tend to focus completely on the craft of writing. During that time spent quarreling with the line, sculpting the page, few writers think about what happens next. What do you do when you have something to publish, something to share with like-minded people worldwide? Suddenly you have something to show for yourself, but what do you do to be able to actually, you know, show it? This guide will help you navigate the pitfalls of self-promotion and help you get your work into the hands of readers who will appreciate it.
Editors and writers constantly talk about the importance of fleshed out, realistic characters. This is no different when it comes to promoting both yourself and your work. You don’t want to pretend to be someone you’re not. Adopting a personality that isn’t yours will come off inauthentic and forced. At the same time, it is important to remember you are a character too, so be sure to show more than one side of yourself. Think about who you are outside of your writing—day job, hobbies, sense of humor, fashion sense—and don’t be afraid to share the other parts of you that make you interesting. People who care about you are likely to care about your work, and vice versa.
You may be tempted to push your work upon any and all that might be there to listen. You may want to apply for every award under the sun, carpet-bomb every venue, site, blog, editor, with what you’ve got in store. Don’t do it. Don’t push your work on a writer, editor, or even a reader, unless there is clear evidence they are interested. Even then, be calm and exercise restraint. Remember, you aren’t selling cars; you are trying to get someone to connect with what you’ve written. It’s acceptable to pitch potential readers when you’ve already gotten their attention, but never post, preach, or shamelessly appoint yourself the ability to talk up a book no one has asked you about. No one is friends with the car salesperson. No one trusts the car salesperson. Pitches must come at appropriate times, and go through appropriate channels. You could be at a party chatting with the biggest agent or editor in the industry; still, don’t mention your book unless he or she asks. Respecting boundaries is as important as being gracious, and respectful behavior will ultimately be rewarded. Remember, this isn’t about merely the one book. You need to think about your career, and you want your early supporters to still be by your side when you publish your fourth book.
We’re over a decade into the 21st Century and there is no use in denying tools that might help you. Sign up and take part in the literary discussion on social media (Litsy, Instagram, Goodreads, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, etc.). If you can only tolerate or only have time for one, choose the social media platform that works best for you. If it’s Facebook, start both a Facebook profile and an author page. It is okay to post directly about your book via the personal page, but reserve those posts for major announcements and highlights. The author page is where you don’t have to worry about post frequency or too much promotion: the people that like your author page like it because they want to know everything about your book, from readings and events to reviews. If you’re on Twitter, in addition to interacting with fellow writers, take advantage of the Twitter Drafts feature and schedule your tweets ahead of time—this way, you won’t forget to tweet about upcoming events and important dates.
However, you shouldn’t use social media only around the time of your book’s launch. It’s unfair to expect people to support your work if you’re not there to support theirs when the time comes. By taking part in the discussion year-round, you will naturally build a mutually supportive community. Over time, you’ll see that, despite the long solitary hours writing, publishing is a communal act.
Even though many writers consider themselves introverts, it’s important to participate in your community, and not just on social media. Go to your local readings, literary events, and festivals. If you can afford it, plan a trip to a national conference, such as AWP, or another city’s book festival. Self-promotion is a two-way street: you are selling your book to other authors who are, you guessed it, also looking to sell their book to you. Anyone who has given a reading to a sparsely populated room knows that by supporting the work of authors you enjoy in person, you employ a sense of kinship and camaraderie that goes above and beyond a simple retweet or shared post. If you’re nervous about showing up somewhere and not knowing anyone, give yourself a role by volunteering. Many festivals, literary journals, and nonprofit publications are in need of volunteer help at their events. You may just be pouring wine or directing foot traffic, but you’ll have an easy way to meet people, and something to do with your hands.
So you’ve listened to my advice and you’re now set to fly to AWP next year. You’re on Twitter, following tons of people, many of whom have followed you back. You go to events locally and you’ve even dabbled with the idea of offering to volunteer with one of the many literary ventures in your area. Be aware of your surroundings, the people you meet, the places you go, the people that approach you and chat with you about your work. You will want to keep track of the names of authors/editors/booksellers as well as the venues/publishing houses/bookstores where they are involved for the inevitable moment when you’ll have a reason to reach out and follow up for your readings, events, etc. It’s imperative to be open-minded and willing to engage in conversation. If you find yourself afraid and keeping your distance, remember that part about being yourself. It may also help to remind yourself that these are writers and book nerds; everyone is anxious and awkward and afraid of making a fool of themselves. You are not alone.
Everything about the publishing industry and the literary craft takes time. One author might find success overnight but the other 99% need to be ready to continually slug it out, day-in and day-out. It’s normal, but unproductive, to get frustrated with your book sales or the number of rejections, or to feel helpless because everyone else on Facebook seems to be not only selling books but also getting all the acceptances, awards, and book deals. Giving into these feelings can cause writers to become exhausted and burn out. It is important to remember everyone feels the same way, sees the same newsfeed bubbling up with the seemingly endless accolades of others. You are not alone, and that’s precisely the reason you become part of a community in the first place.
Remember what you’re building, and by that I mean, what are you trying to accomplish? Everyone has their own reasons for self-promoting. Maybe it really is as simple as wanting one more reader to buy your book, and that’s a noble goal. But chances are, your goals are more complicated than that. I cannot stress this enough: you need to know what you’re striving for. If you’ve published your first book with an indie or a micropress and want to publish your next books with a larger publisher, you need to meet an editor or an agent that not only champions your work but also proves to be a trusted friend. This means you’ll have to get involved, go to a publishing conference, do more than send a query. If you want to read at a prominent reading series, you need to actually attend the series, meet the curator, maybe even volunteer to help. It helps to continually revise your goals. They will keep you centered in how you operate and act as a literary citizen in the days, months, and years to follow.
You are not just the one story, the one poem, the one collection, the one book. If you take everything in this article to heart, the message is simple: people best connect with the work of someone they can relate to. Moreover, readers stick around and follow an author if they develop stake in his or her career. By being involved in a community, you are able to see things from all sides. People will get to know you as someone dynamic and genuine. You will be far more successful promoting your work when it doesn’t feel like a sales pitch to both you and those that might be there to listen.I’ve mentioned this above, but it bears repeating: to self-promote is to be yourself, to accentuate who you really are, to present yourself in a manner fitting of how you will operate and navigate both your community and career. That one book you have, it’s important, sure, but ultimately what helps promote the book is you.—Michael J. Seidlinger is the author of a number of novels including The Fun We’ve Had and The Strangest. He serves as director of publicity at Dzanc Books, book reviews editor at Electric Literature, and publisher in chief of Civil Coping Mechanisms, an indie press specializing in innovative fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, where he never sleeps and is forever searching for the next best cup of coffee. You can find him online at michaeljseidlinger.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter (@mjseidlinger).
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For the last 20 years or so, microfinance has brought financial services to millions of people who were previously ignored by traditional financial institutions. More recently the practice has attracted slightly larger small businesses that saw it as a means to circumvent credit tightening from traditional lending institutions.
If you’re considering using the services of a microfinance institution (MFI) or taking out a micro-loan from any source, first be sure you know exactly how much you need in order to prevent under- or over-borrowing. Once you know precisely what you need and how much, there are a few other considerations to take into account before you sign anything.
First, watch the interest rates as they tend to be much higher than the norm in order to offset the higher risk lenders must take. Second, pay close attention to payment dates and final payment due. Balloon payments at the end of the loan are fairly common and it can be tough to pay that lump sum. Make sure you know exactly how much you’ll have to repay and by when. Do not expect the lender to protect your financial well being. Instead, plan carefully and thereby protect yourself.
Most small businesses think of offshore micro financing organizations first, simply because those tend to be better known and often come up on search engines first.
But it would be a mistake to overlook microfinance options from more traditional sources, such as a local lending institution or your government. One example of government-based microfinance options is the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) micro loan program. These microloans “are direct farm operating loans with a shortened application process and reduced paperwork designed to meet the needs of smaller, non-traditional, and niche type operations.”
Another example of a government-based microfinance program is the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) microloan program. The official website describes the program as “small, short-term loans to small business concerns and certain types of not-for-profit child-care centers.” The funds are distributed on a local level via intermediaries who have varying rules and collateral requirements. To find an SBA intermediary in your area where you can apply, contact your local SBA district office.
Choosing to borrow from a solid source that is closer to home is important because like all financial services in modern times, the micro finance practice ran afoul in places. In India, Bosniaand Nicaragua, as well as others, microfinance went too far, too fast and borrowers found themselves sinking in debt. In India new regulations are tightening microlenders’ ability to lend and collect which is affecting the availability of loans there.
In response to that fairly widespread problem a small group of investors and members of the industry teamed with the Consultative Group to Assist the Poor (CGAP), a microfinance center hosted at the World Bank, and the Center for Financial Inclusion at Accion to form the Smart Campaign to provide borrower protections.
As part of that effort, the group recently introduced a Client Protection Certification which certifies that banks and other lenders do proactively guard the financial well-being of their clients. Since the certification just became available in January 2013, the list of certified microfinance organizations at the moment is quite short but observers expect it to grow relatively quickly.
A surge in certified organizations is expected because as Elisabeth Rhyne, managing director at the Center for Financial Inclusion, wrote in her Huffington Post article: “Over 1,100 microfinance institutions and over 2,200 additional individuals and organizations (e.g., investors, donors, and networks) have endorsed the Smart Campaign principles.” Given certification is a Smart campaign initiative, it is reasonable to assume that many of its members will hurry to obtain certification.
Certainly if you are considering a microfinance institution or a micro-loan from any offshore lender, you would be wise to check to see if they are certified since that means they successfully passed or exceeded 30 standards as verified by one of four Smart Campaign certifiers: Planet Rating, Microfinanza, M-CRIL and MicroRate. But you can also check offshore lender ratings on the certifiers’ websites such as the one on Planet Rating or the one on MicroRate.
Pam Baker is the author of eight books and hundreds of technology articles published daily in leading online and print publications. She is a member of the National Press Club (NPC) and the Internet Press Guild (IPG). You can reach her or follow her on Twitter and on Google+.Tags: Strategy

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Essential oils are natural aromatic substances that you can use to scent your clothes! There are many ways you can use essential oils to make laundry smell clean, fresh and lovely. In this article, we shall hopefully be able to answer the popular question, ‘Can I Put Essential Oils in my Washing Machine?’
People who have delved into the world of essential oils are always looking for ways of incorporating these precious liquids in their lives! One of the ways of using essential oils is to scent laundry. You can do this by making Essential Oil Dryer Balls, Essential Oil Dryer Sheets which you place in the dryer. But if you’re a working mom like me and you don’t have enough time DIYing your own essential oil products, you might wonder can I put essential oils in my washing machine just like that?
Can I Put Essential Oils in my Washing Machine?
That is a good question! As you know, we must handle essential oils with care. They are flammable substances, with some having low flash points. Read more about this here: Are Essential Oils Flammable? https://www.themiracleofessentialoils.com/are-essential-oils-flammable/
Information shared at The International Journal of Professional Holistic Aromatherapy (http://www.ijpha.com) included a warning that there is a risk of a fire breaking out in linen that have absorbed essential oils.
Why? This is because it was found that clothing that contains essential oil washed at low temperatures, did not wash off the essential oil. Now when these clothes are put into the dryer, they may catch fire because of the low flash points of some essential oils.
The way you can avoid these fires is by washing your clothes at temperatures such as 30-40 degrees Celsius or 86-104 degrees Fahrenheit. By doing so, the essential oil residue in the clothing will safely be broken down and washed away.
Now that this is clear, let’s head on to which essential oils you can add to your washing machine:
How to Use Essential Oils in your Washing Machine
3. Add unscented laundry detergent together with 4-6 drops of essential oil into the detergent compartment of the washing machine.
Which Essential Oils to Add in your Washing Machine
- Lemon (where to buy)
- Rosemary (where to buy)
- Eucalyptus (where to buywhere to buy)
- Geranium (where to buy)
- Lavender (where to buy)
Caution when Using Essential Oils in your Washing Machine
- Avoid putting clothing with essential oils or using essential oils in cool wash loads.
- Don’t essential oils directly into the dryer.
- Never adding too many drops of essential oils.
Other Ways to Use Essential Oils for Laundry
If you are scared of essential oil laundry related fires, then simply do not use essential oils for laundry to be on the safe side. Instead, make DIY Essential Oil Sachets to hang in your wardrobes!

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The Weavers Circle: An Introduction to Life Weaving with Suzanne Hubbard
April 11 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Life-Weaving class teaches the art of life-weaving.
Weaving techniques have been selected for their compatibility with natural patterns that make life work. Learning them therefore could inspire a personal life that is as whole. The tactile aspect of weaving is what develops greater sensitivity.
Insights filter through your fingertips.
The art of life-weaving cultivates continuity between you and the larger whole as it progresses. This blending is also a place or space, to touch the textures of solutions, find your rhythm and pattern in the larger flow, and discover the life you were born to weave.
Journaling and conversation are ways the sensory experiences will be translated into enlightened understanding.
Intro class will follow with 2 additional classes in the series with a group of 4-8 students.
The desire to understand weaving’s non-verbal perspective creates a unique relationship with the craft and my purpose as an artist. Explorations and Innovations, part of the resumé below, charts a non-traditional education—homeschooling my daughter; creating stage sets; digging up my yard and planting the Living Tapestry Garden; discovering the path of a universal human; and weaving the tapestries in the Silent Oratory: A Weaver Speaks series.
I give brief explanations how each exploration evolved a process-based perspective between the years 1994–2016. Many of the experiences occurred simultaneously and developed over the course of this time period.
The trajectory of my work received a push at an early age in a home that encouraged taking risks with new ideas and unconventional careers. Two major influences were my mother, Barbara Marx Hubbard, who developed the perspective conscious evolution; and my father, Earl Wade Hubbard, space philosopher.

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Live the holiday lifestyle year round! We already have huge interest in this vibrant and convenient resort style retreat with a long list of onsite amenities including water slides, swimming pools, spas, sauna, squash court, tennis and basketball courts, gym, games room and function facilities. Now open Snowys Bar!
Many resort style parks do not allow permanent living, so get in quick to secure your home in this fantastic location. Brand new 2 or 3 bedroom stylish villas available to purchase starting from $275,000. A full list of inclusions is available. Weekly park fee is $127.50. The retreat is also pet friendly.
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Kings Point Retreat Ulladulla is set on 12 pristine acres surrounded by native bushland, located just minutes from the Ulladulla town centre, Racecourse Beach and Burrill Lake.
The township of Ulladulla is set on the shores of the beautiful natural fishing boat harbour. Along the coast both north and south are picturesque beaches ideal for swimming, surfing and beach fishing, including Mollymook, Racecourse and Rennies beaches.
Venture further afield to the historic Milton Settlement Village and browse the variety of unique cafes and gift shops, showcasing many local and antique creations and fine arts.
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The 2019 Africa Cup of Nations will be held from 15 June to 13 July 2019 in Egypt, this post has all the initial details of the schedule, venues and tickets to help you plan your Football Trip.
he competition will be held from 15 June to 13 July 2019, as per the decision of the CAF Executive Committee on 20 July 2017 to move the Africa Cup of Nations from January/February to June/July for the first time. It will also be the first Africa Cup of Nations expanded from 16 to 24 teams.
The tournament was initially scheduled to be hosted by Cameroon. On 30 November 2018, Cameroon was stripped of hosting the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations due to infrastructural delays, the Boko Haram insurgency and the Anglophone Crisis. Cameroon will host the 2021 event, having lost the rights to the 2019 edition.
North Africa will host the tournament for the first time in 12 years after being hosted by Egypt also in 2006.
This is the fifth time that Egypt will host the African Cup after 1959, 1974 1986 and 2006 to be the most host country in the continent.
Egypt boast many international-standard venues with the Cairo International Stadium (72,000) and Borg El Arab Stadium in Alexandria (87,000) boasting the largest capacities.
At the finals, the 24 teams will be drawn into six groups of four teams each. The teams in each group play a single round robin. After the group stage, the top two teams and the four best third teams will advance to the round of 16. The winners will advance to the quarterfinals. The quarterfinal winners will advance to the semifinals. The semifinal losers will play in third place match, while semifinal winners will play in final.
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At-risk man found, back at Sacramento nursing home | News
SACRAMENTO, CA - An at-risk man who went missing Saturday afternoon was found Sunday.
Robert Alsworth, 59, was last seen walking away from a care facility on the 9800 block of Folsom Boulevard around noon on Saturday.
Alsworth is considered at-risk due to having dementia. Staff members searched for hours before contacting the Sacramento County sheriff's department.
Alsworth was returned home safe.


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Partaking on home improvement projects is a good way to improve your house’s needs and it could also save you a lot of money. Home improvements require a lot of planning and preparation in order to do them correctly. The following tips should help you keep yourself on track and have a successful project.
Adding big value to your home can be accomplished with even the smallest of improvements. If you are actually reselling your home, try a few small-budget improvements. One easy way is to apply new paint to the interior and exterior of your home. Such a simple and inexpensive upgrade on your end can add an enormous amount of value when selling.
There are two tips that can make your ceiling look higher. You can get a floor lamp that is tall, or paint strips on the wall. This will create a unique optical illusion. As your eyes focus on the length of the lines, the ceiling will appear to be much higher than it actually is.
Plain lampshades can often be spartan and boring. Brighten up a lamp shade by using stencils and acrylic paint. You can give life to your home, as it can take away the boring environment you previously had.
Bleach poured into toilet bowls can help keep them clean. This may smell bad at first, but it will sanitize and clean your toilet. Scented bleaches can help limit the smell.
Always turn off the main water supply before you mess with plumbing. The first step in working on water pipes in your home is locating the shutoff valves. Taking this step helps to prevent flooding.
If your home heating costs are out of control, consider insulating your attic to save money. Heat rises, and in the autumn and winter, you lose heat if you have poor insulation, especially in your attic. Insulation is easily obtained at many hardware or home improvement stores and can be simple to install.
A home with a nice view is usually slightly more valuable. But remember that any improvements you make to the curb appeal may only increase your viewing pleasure, rather than acting as an investment. Because of this, potential buyers in the future may not consider the view as spectacular as you do, so those buyers are less likely to agree to price that is increased because of the view.
Install peepholes in your exterior doors. This will let you see who is at your door before you open it. It’s easy and inexpensive to install a peephole in your door. If you have a drill, the peep hole, and five minutes to spare, you have a home improvement. A peephole will let you confirm that it really is your brother at the door rather than a home invader.
Unsurprisingly, an immaculate, well-crafted front door can increase the value of a property as much as 10 percent. An easy, relatively inexpensive way to update the look of the front door is by replacing the existing doorknob and lock with a newer, fancier one.
A finished basement adds both value and comfort to your home. A finished basement gives you extra room in your home without adding an addition. You can also get the material from a discount outlet. Some sources say that a finished basement can increase the resale value of a home by 30 percent or more.
Be sure to install sufficient lighting when you remodel your bathroom. Sometimes people concentrate on bathroom fixtures during a remodel, and they tend to overlook the importance of proper lighting. Add lights around your bathroom mirror as well as replacing the bathroom’s ceiling fixture.
One simple way to add fresh touch to where you live is by replacing old outlet covers. As time goes on, your outlet covers will grow old and begin to look discolored. Replacing your outlet covers can make a positive contribution to your home’s feel at a very affordable price.
These tips will aid you in becoming a master when it comes to home improvement projects. This will enable you to upgrade your home so that it is functional and aesthetically pleasing at the same time. The more work you do, the better your home will be, so use this home improvement advice.

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Nat LEFKOFF visited LISTENING LYRICS for the second time, and rightfully so. Nat is an American singer/songwriter from Northern California, currently residing in Washington state. Nat brings with him not only his great writing capability but also a voice that compliments his lyrics. A voice that shares its soul is rare, and Nat does share it with us. It's a complete package that makes you want to hear more. Nat is also full of enthusiasm about his life, and we heard all about it. Nat was accompanied with Tyler Gholson (back up vocals) and Raven (Vocals and violin).
Short video clip from the studio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptsf792dbXo&feature=youtu.be
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AESA Radar on Ground Mounting Provides 360° Coverage Earlier this year the US Army selected Northrop Grumman’s Highly Adaptable Multi-Mission Radar (HAMMR) to demonstrate its multi-mission capability by including it in the 2017 counter-rocket, artillery and mortar (C-RAM) test programme at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona.
HAMMR is a multi-mission sensor incorporating an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) fighter radar on a vehicle or trailer to provide continuous 360° coverage of multiple ground and airborne targets — all while operating on-the-move. It provides operators with situational awareness, counter-fire operations, air defence, early warning and airspace management capabilities. The modular self-contained system includes on-board prime power and cooling, AESA and radar electronics, and operator/maintainer display modules which support multiple packaging concepts, making HAMMR easily adaptable to multiple vehicle types, fixed installations and C2 interfaces.
During the C-RAM test programme, the system successfully detected and identified Groups I and II unmanned aerial systems, providing real-time situational awareness to the operator. HAMMR also validated its ability to connect to the Army’s Forward Area Air Defense C2 system, which enables the communication of information from the system back to the force.
“HAMMR is the only AESA radar out there today that can support our manoeuvre forces’ on-the-move multi-mission operation,” Roshan Roeder, Northrop Grumman’s Vice President, Mission Solutions, explained. “Since HAMMR shares common hardware with our fighter aircraft radars, our customers realise the cost advantages of high-volume AESA production and benefit from the inherent reliability of this mature, proven technology.”


June 18, 2012 Stark County Mobile Home Park to Address Clean Water Act Violations
In a settlement
with Ohio EPA, the Forty Corners Mobile Home Park has agreed to fix its sewage collection system and enhance staffing at the park’s wastewater treatment plant located at 10530 Forty Corners Street in Lawrence Township.
June 14, 2012 Ohio EPA Schedules Meeting to Discuss Proposed Geneva Landfill Expansion
A proposal to expand the Geneva Landfill in Ashtabula County will be the focus of a June 28, 2012, Ohio EPA information session.
June 12, 2012 Ohio EPA Schedules Meeting to Discuss Discharge Permit for Boston Mills Historic District
A request to discharge treated wastewater to the Cuyahoga River will be the focus of a June 26, 2012, Ohio EPA public meeting in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
June 5, 2012 Ohio EPA Conducting Water Quality Study in Black River Watershed
June 4, 2012 Ohio EPA Awards Environmental Education Grants to Three Cuyahoga County Organizations
Ohio EPA has awarded more than $78,000 in environmental education grants to three Cuyahoga County organizations.
June 4, 2012 Ohio EPA Awards Environmental Education Grant to Mahoning County Neighborhood Development Organizati
A group working to revitalize Youngstown neighborhoods now has an opportunity to showcase vacant land reuse strategies thanks to a $15,550 grant from Ohio EPA’s Environmental Education Fund (OEEF).
May 25, 2012 Summit County Property Receives Covenant Not to Sue Under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program
Through the voluntary efforts of the city of Akron, an historic downtown property has been investigated and remediated under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP).
May 25, 2012 Ohio EPA Awards Environmental Education Mini Grant for Summer Institute at Cuyahoga Valley Park
The Otterbein University Department of Education has received a $1,522 Ohio EPA environmental education mini grant to support a summer institute for teachers in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP).
May 25, 2012 Ohio EPA Awards Environmental Education Mini Grant to Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners
Tinkers Creek Watershed Partners has received a $4,000 Ohio EPA environmental education mini grant to increase public awareness of the watershed’s size and boundaries.
May 24, 2012 Ohio EPA Requests Recognition of Improved Air Quality in Stark County
The State of Ohio plans to ask U.S. EPA to officially recognize that air quality in the Canton-Massillon area meets the 1997 annual and 2006 24-hour federal fine particulate standards.
May 15, 2012 Cuyahoga County Property Receives Covenant Not to Sue Under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program
Through the voluntary efforts of the Horsburgh & Scott Company, another Cleveland industrial site has been investigated and remediated under Ohio EPA’s Voluntary Action Program (VAP).
May 14, 2012 Ohio EPA Requests Recognition of Improved Air Quality in Northeast Ohio
The State of Ohio plans to ask U.S. EPA to officially recognize that air quality in the Cleveland-Lorain-Akron area meets the 2006 federal fine particulate standard.
May 2, 2012 Public Invited to Comment on Draft Permits Issued to Lake County’s Lubrizol Corporation
Ohio EPA and U.S. EPA have scheduled a May 15, 2012, public meeting to discuss state and federal draft hazardous waste permits issued to The Lubrizol Corporation in Wickliffe.
April 23, 2012 Public Invited to Comment on Draft Permit Issued to Lorain County’s Republic Steel
Ohio EPA has scheduled a May 7, 2012, public meeting to discuss a draft air permit issued to Republic Steel for a major project at the company’s Lorain steelmaking facility.
April 16, 2012 Ohio EPA Awards Grant for Lorain County Stream Restoration Project
Restoration efforts in the Black River watershed will receive a big boost thanks to a $260,586 grant awarded by Ohio EPA.


Dave “Hawk” Wilder, who coached the Glendale Community College softball team the past 13 seasons, died Sunday at his home in Northridge. He was 70.
Glendale college assistant softball coach Sal Pizzo confirmed Wilder’s death Monday. Pizzo said Wilder died of natural causes. Wilder, a Native American, was born June 27, 1942, and was a member of the Karuk Tribe.
Wilder coached the Vaqueros from 2001-13, going 213-274-2 overall and 124-141 in division play.
Pizzo, who has served as Wilder’s assistant the past six seasons, said he had been living with Wilder for the past several months.
“He had been suffering from post polio and it’s something he had when he was younger,” Pizzo said. “It had been inflicting him [lately] to the point where he had trouble walking and needed a walking cane and a motor scooter to help him get around.
“I met him three or four years before I came to GCC. Hawk gave me a great opportunity to get my feet wet at the collegiate level. He made me an outfielder coach and I learned a lot from him. He cared very much about his players and wanted them to transfer to four-year schools and succeed there. He wanted to make the players’ experiences positive at Glendale.”
Pizzo said he saw Wilder around 5:30 a.m. Sunday before Pizzo went to coach a travel ball game. Pizzo found out about Wilder’s death after Wilder’s sister, Jamie, left a voice message on his cell phone.
Pizzo said Jamie had called Wilder to check up on her brother. When Wilder didn’t answer, Pizzo said, Jamie became concerned and went to Wilder’s residence and found him unresponsive before calling the paramedics.
Glendale college men’s Athletic Director John Cicuto said Wilder’s health began to deteriorate over the past year.
“We are very saddened about Dave’s death,” said Cicuto, who added that Pizzo will be the program’s next coach. “I met with him early last week and he was weak and his voice was weak.
“It was very hard to see him deteriorate and suffer like that. He told me he just couldn’t coach anymore and I told him to be strong. He had a great personality. Every time I saw him, he would thank me for hiring him as the coach. He found a way to always make you laugh and smile. He wanted to teach his players how to be good athletes and people in terms of work ethic. Dave took a lot of pride in being a Native American and he was a class guy.”
Kelly Korras pitched at Glendale college during the 2007 and 2008 seasons before transferring to Chaminade University of Honolulu.
Korras, who was named the Western State Conference's Pitcher of the Year as a sophomore in 2008 after recording a 1.26 earned-run average, said Wilder taught her plenty of principals pertaining to softball.
“I had known Dave for many years and he wanted you to be the best player and person you could be academically and in athletics,” said Korras, who is head coach at Westridge School and competed last year in the International Softball Federation's 13th Women's World Fastpitch Championship for South Africa. “He helped me with my hitting and pitching.
“He found players who were not quite ready to go to a four-year school right away out of high school or people who just wanted to get their start at GCC. He wanted you to learn and enjoy softball.”
Jena Kaser, who served as Glendale’s catcher the past two seasons, said Wilder worked with her on various catching and hitting techniques en route to receiving All-Western State Conference Blue Division postseason honors each season with the Vaqueros.
“I improved right from the start because he was very knowledgeable and passionate about the team and softball, “ said Kaser, who earned a spot on the second team after batting .407 with a team-high eight home runs and 37 runs batted in this past season and will attend Sonoma State in the fall. “He put a lot of time into the program and had a lot of connections.
“He was a good role model who did the very best he could.”
Glendale finished 17-21, 7-11 in the division this season. In 2012, the Vaqueros finished 30-15 and qualified for the postseason for the first time since 2002 after placing second in the division at 12-6. The Vaqueros went on to the California Community College Athletic Assn.'s Southern California Super Regionals for the first time in the program’s history.
Wilder succeeded Craig Becker after the 2000 season.
Wilder also coached baseball at Verdugo Hills High, softball at Milken High and served as a hitting and pitching coach with the Tampa Bay Fire Stix, a professional softball team. Wilder had been involved with softball since 1974, coaching various travel softball teams.
Pizzo said services are pending.


Automobiles were, of course, a relatively new thing in 1914. So much so that it was typical for it to be reported in the newspaper whenever a local resident purchased a car. Much has changed in a hundred years, including the disappearance of two of the cars exhibited at the 1914 fair: the Hupmobile and the Studebaker.
The first Hupmobile, named for its creator, Robert Craig Hupp of Grand Rapids, MI, was introduced to the public at the Detroit Auto Show in 1909.
The last Hupmobiles were produced in 1940.
Henry and Clement Studebaker were about a hundred years ahead of their time when they started making automobiles. Their first car, introduced in 1902, was an electric car. Thomas Edison bought the second one they produced. In 1904, however, the Studebaker Brothers Manufacturing Company began producing gasoline-powered automobiles.
Studebaker produced its most memorable cars, those with the bullet nose design, in the 1950s, establishing Studebaker as a leader in automobile styling.
The last Studebakers were produced in 1966.


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A collection of Emily Dickinson’s vast archive of poetry.
Hope Is the Thing With Feathers
One of American’s most distinctive poets, Emily Dickinson scorned the conventions of her day in her approach to writing, religion, and society. Hope Is the Thing with Feathers is a collection of her vast archive of poetry to inspire the writers, creatives, and feminists of today.
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Bengaluru, November 3: There has been a big change made to the card of next week’s edition of Smackdown Live. Two matches were already announced for the upcoming show in Manchester, United Kingdom. One of them was the AJ Styles Vs Rusev match to determine the last member of team blue for Survivor Series PPV.
This lineup was altered as Shane McMahon came up with a big announcement via Twitter. AJ Styles will now face Jinder Mahal for the WWE title on Smackdown Live which was booked as the result of Jinder Mahal's attack on AJ Stles during the week. The first-time-ever title bout will be the main event of the night in the UK.
For the past few weeks, the WWE Champion has continued a rift with the 'face that runs the place’ which turned out to be a full-fledged feud between the pair. AJ faced the two protégés of Jinder, Samir and Sunil Singh in the last two episodes of Smackdown where he picked up easy victories.
This led to frustrations for the champion as he delivered a vicious assault on AJ on the past edition of Smackdown. So, next week, the former WWE Champion will get a golden opportunity to get back his title.
Needless to say, the current reigning champion is not at all happy with the decision made by the commissioner and pointed out at an instance where AJ Styles laid his hands on him three weeks ago. Shane did not take any step for that. But, he is determined to teach the crowd's favorite superstar a lesson.
On the other hand, Rusev is quite happy after he was relieved of his scheduled matchup on Tuesday Night. He bragged about how AJ quit long before the match and he should be named the final participant of the Survivor Series team. We have to wait and see if this is made official on the show.
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(Bloomberg) — Chinese stocks climbed with the Australian dollar amid speculation that the slowest inflation in five years allows room for further stimulus. Oil fell for the first time in four days and gold rallied.
The Shanghai Composite Index climbed 0.8 percent by 1:15 p.m. in Tokyo, while a Hong Kong gauge of mainland companies added 0.5 percent. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index was little changed and Standard & Poor’s 500 Index futures gained 0.1 percent. U.S. crude declined 1.3 percent after rallying more than 9 percent the past three days. The Aussie added 0.3 percent and South Korea’s won climbed 0.4 percent, leading gains against the U.S. dollar. Gold advanced 0.3 percent.
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China’s slowing inflation and a 35th straight contraction in factory gate prices give policy makers room undertake extra stimulus after cutting interest rates in November and reducing banks’ reserve requirements last week. Oil’s recent rally is tapering amid forecasts for continued supply growth. A gauge of global equities fell to a one-week low yesterday as Greek leaders vowed to abandon austerity and diplomats sought a framework for talks over the conflict in Ukraine.
China’s price data “smells of deflation,” said Michael Every, the Hong Kong-based head of Asia Financial Markets research at Rabobank NA. “China will have to respond in kind to offset that threat. The Greece situation is crucial and risks are downplayed by the market so far.”
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Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index fluctuated while the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index advanced for the first time in three days.
China’s consumer prices rose 0.8 percent in January while producer prices slid 4.3 percent, more than the 3.8 percent drop forecast by economists, amid slumping commodity prices and weak domestic demand.
Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 Index slid 0.4 percent, with all but one of the gauge’s industry groups declining. The Aussie bought 78.28 U.S. cents, while the New Zealand dollar added 0.3 percent to 74.32 U.S. cents. China is the biggest trading partner for both South Pacific countries.
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Japan’s Topix fell 0.2 percent, retreating for the first time in three days as the yen climbed 0.2 percent to 118.46 per dollar. The currency added 0.4 percent on Monday after plunging 1.3 percent Friday after a stronger-than-estimated U.S. jobs report. The yield on 10-year Japanese bonds rose 3 1/2 basis points to 0.39 percent today.
The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index was 0.1 percent lower, falling for a second day after closing near its highest in at least 10 years on Friday. South Korea’s won climbed to 1,090.28 per dollar, while the euro was little changed at $ 1.1337.
The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a gauge of expected swings in U.S. stock prices known as the VIX, climbed 7.3 percent on Monday to 18.55, its highest level since Feb. 2. The gauge averaged 14.18 last year. A similar measure for Japanese equities rose 2 percent in a second day of gains on Tuesday.
The Stoxx Europe 600 Index slid 0.7 percent on Monday after Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras vowed to negotiate an end to austerity, while European leaders urged him to pare back his ambitions. Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis faces his 18 euro-area counterparts on Feb. 11 at an emergency meeting in Brussels.
Greece’s three-year bond yields increased to the highest level since the nation’s debt was restructured in 2012. The country will seek about 10 billion euros ($ 11.3 billion) in short-term financing as it tries to stave off a funding crunch while pushing creditors to ease austerity demands, said a government official who asked not to be named because the negotiations are confidential.
$ 20 Oil?
West Texas Intermediate crude dropped to $ 52.20 a barrel after jumping 2.3 percent on Monday as OPEC cut its U.S. output forecast. American crude inventories expanded for a fifth week, according to analysts surveyed by Bloomberg before data due Wednesday.
Brent crude slipped 1.2 percent, trading at $ 57.63 a barrel. Oil may drop more than 50 percent to “the $ 20 range” by the start of the second quarter as oversupply fills storage tanks close to capacity, according to Citigroup Inc. Signs of a slowdown in U.S. drilling don’t mean the crude glut will be eliminated, Edward Morse, Citigroup’s global head of commodity research, said in a report e-mailed Monday.
“If we want to see the price back to $ 80 or $ 90 we need to see a good amount of current production taken out of the market, and that’s not happening,” David Lennox, a resource analyst at Fat Prophets in Sydney, said by phone. “We’re certainly not expecting any sustained rally until later in the year, and that will require someone to cut output.”
Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest oil exporter, had the outlook on its credit rating cut to negative by Standard & Poor’s on Monday as the lower crude price dims the nation’s growth prospects.
Gold for immediate delivery climbed to $ 1,242.91 an ounce. There’s been a “noticeable increase” in Greek demand for gold coins amid the country’s political turmoil, said Lisa Elward, head of bullion sales at the U.K. Royal Mint.
Discussions over the situation in Ukraine resumed Monday, with the aim to work toward a summit for the leaders of Germany, France, Russia and Ukraine in Minsk, Belarus, set for Feb. 11. Russian President Vladimir Putin said all sides must first agree on their positions before talks can take place. Ukraine said on Monday that 1,500 Russian troops crossed the border at the weekend to help insurgents in the country’s east.
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Maybe it’s nostalgia, but I love watching the legendary Soul Train dance line. Those guys were avant-garde trendsetting pre-hipster hipsters and utter fashion freak show train wrecks all at the same time. And now the line has a new soundtrack thanks to MoonShoes (aka Gilles Paulet). Frenchman Gilles Paulet truly is the author and finisher of this funky disco soul hymn entitled “Boogieland” acting as producer, composer, arranger, performer and mixer. So pull out your platform shoes, strut your bell-bottomed trousers and don your clashing-patterned top and get your groove on as you take a ride back to the ’70s to find your inner funk.
Ever since our inception, Froglix has been mightily impressed by the quality of independent music emanating from the land Down Under and the city of Brisbane, in particular, has the very real potential of becoming the next big thing in music. What? Brisbane? Drago, surely you jest. Nay my friends, nay. Don’t believe me? Then check out the latest digital sampler from Sounds Like Brisbane. This incredible collaboration compiles tracks from (18) different artists and their respective labels to create one mega Australian indie collective. Genres include everything from jazz, to hip hop (that’s right Australian hip hop), country, alt-rock and…well…you get the picture. It’s a smattering of just about everything and here is the best part. You can download all (18) songs at once or listen to them one by one and download your favs…all for free! Just go to www.soundslikebrisbane.com and have at it!
Aside from the music, what I find most intriguing about the SLB project is that it’s genesis sprung from the labels themselves. Stephen Green from SGC New Media Marketing explains. “There were a few meetings and some of the labels were already helping each other out, so they thought they’d get together and make it official and start the SLB website. They figured that there’s so much good stuff going on that it made sense to pool their fans and let everyone sample what everyone else is doing.” It’s a brilliant idea but will it work? Oh, I’d say so. If memory serves me, I believe Dischord Records in DC made quite splash by unifying the DC punk scene, paving the way for a number influential bands back in the 80’s. Then in the the 90s, it was bands like Pearl Jam, Mudhoney, Soundgarden and the like working together and supporting each other that set the stage not only for the “Seattle Sound” but entire grunge genre. Given that track record, I’d say that the labels tying into the SLB know exactly what they are doing and we at Froglix applaud them for pushing the indie envelope and doing their part to get more great music out of the shadows and onto the world’s stage.
Take a listen to “Spoke Too Loud,” the title track to Sheila Sondergard’s most recent CD, and if you don’t think it’s one of the grooviest songs you’ve ever heard…then you need groovy lessons. The verses offer a jazzy/Krieger-esque guitar sound before jumping into a stellar indie-pop chorus. Throw in some syncopated latin style riddims, a buttery bass line to hold it all together and top it off with sassy vocals from Miss Sheila and you’ve got it…grooviness times ten. On the flip side, “Same Ol Bend” is awash with indie attitude. Sparkly guitars give way to an unbridled edginess and siren like vocals.
Ah…The Breathing from Seoul, Korea. This a band that has been on our radar for a little while now and once you hear them you’ll know why. Sunny Kang (vox), Mitch Auvenshine (guitar), Andi Roselund (bass), Won Shik Lee (drums), Michael Richardson (piano), and Johnny Song (electronics) have melded their rock, pop and jazz roots and transformed them into a contemporary indie sound that is pleasing to the ears and warms the soul. Vibrant, creative and full of divine resonance.
One of the many cool things about the indie music “world” is that it provides a safe haven where artists from different musical backgrounds can find commonality. It is a place that lies beyond the reach of the long arm of corporate radio. A place where lads and lasses can truly express themselves and create some incredible music. Where else but the indie world would a band consisting of a drummer with jam band roots, a guitarist with an affinity for British rock and jazz, a bass player that likes to get his groove on, and a vocalist with more influences than Tiger has mistresses be able to pool their collective talents? While the aforementioned may sound like the cast from the Land of Misfit Toys, they most certainly are not. The band of which I opine is Arlington, VA’s Tieweb and their latest studio offering, Indier Than Thou, is a true indie gem. Justin Fazzari (vox/guitar), Eric Bayles (lead guitar), Steve Quesenberry (drums), and Chris Aylward (bass) successfully channel their collective talents enroute to crafting a unique indie rock experience that hearkens back to the glory days of REM, Grapes of Wrath, and the like, coupled with an air of contemporary relevance. Dig it.
The Autonomous Region from San Francisco, CA makes their Froglix debut with tracks from their 2008 release Forbidden City. Rock, blues and jazz all coalesce to create an eclectic sound with an unmistakable West Coast vibe. We’ve selected a couple of tracks that shine a light on the band’s soulful side for the broadcast. Make no mistake, they can lay down the dirt and rock out with the best of them but for our money “Took My Breath Away” and “What Can I Do for You” are the jazziest grooves on the album and have quickly become our faves. We think you’ll dig ‘em too!
From the West Coast we travel back east on the wings of a hawk…Andy Hawkand the Train Wreck Endings to be exact. I was recently introduced to this talented songwriter and musician just a few short weeks ago via a mutual friend who had been bugging me incessantly to check out his music. Apparently, Andy had sent Froglix a bevy of mp3’s for us to listen to back in July…unbeknownst to us as we had a slight problem with our email and didn’t receive them until just recently (sorry ‘bout that Andy!). Our email challenges remedied, we quickly began combing through and listening to all of the great music that Andy had sent us. Thinning the herd to select a few songs for the broadcast was indeed a chore but we have pulled out some gems that we think will give our listeners a true sense of what the Hawk is all about–great song writing, excellent music and meaningful lyrics. We are jacked to be featuring songs from of some Andy’s (2) most recent albums Tin Can Town and Here It Is. With a style that is reminiscent of Petty and Dylan, Hawk delivers an original sound that is a true American classic.

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#4CoralReefs – Protect the coral reef
Today, the health of our oceans is being threatened from all sides.
Whether it is water pollution, global climate change or ocean acidification, the issues simply can no longer be ignored.
Tons of trash enter the ocean everyday choking our fragile ecosystems. Including one of the most important: the coral reef.
The organisms that used to thrive on these reefs are showing signs of the cumulative effects of this man-made assault. Their very existence is now at risk.
That’s why 4Ocean‘s cleanups are so important. Supporting 4Ocean, we at Guidi help save coral reefs.
Coral reefs support the highest marine biodiversity in our oceans and they are home to more than 25% of all marine life.
About one-quarter of the coral reefs worldwide are already considered to be damaged beyond repair. Massive coral bleaching events have been occurring more often worldwide and the frequency has a devastating and prolonged effect.
Just recently the largest reef in the world, the Great Barrier Reef, in Australia, experienced this type of events. As much as 22% of this World Heritage Site had significant coral mortality.
Coral reefs are found in 109 countries around the world and in 93 of those countries they have seen significant degradation in the last few decades, making this a truly global problem.
4Ocean partnered with the Coral Restoration Foundation to create a more sustainable future for coral reefs. This organization is on the front lines in the effort to understand the complex issues related to coral reef degradation and is creating solutions to help save and repopulate the world’s dying reef systems.
We purchased a large number of 4Ocean limited edition bracelets.
These bracelets represent the fight for the protection of coral reefs all over the world and the steps that are being taken to help save these threatened ecosystems.
Each bracelet will not only remove one pound of trash from the ocean and the coastlines, it will also help support the science-driven work of the Coral Restoration Foundation. The Foundation grows critically endangered corals and outplants back them into the wild.
Each of us can play a small role in this or in other battles. It is not only about coral reefs; whales, bears, seas in general, sharks… are also endangered…
Purchase, wear one of these bracelets and spread the word. We should all take responsibility for a more sustainable future for our oceans!
Furthermore, we can give our contribution also by bringing some changes to our daily lifestyle: reduce, reuse and recycle the things that are causing these problems.


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A graduate class I took a few semesters ago as part of my study in urban and regional planning at UTSA focused on health, the built environment, and equal access for everyone to fresh, organic, locally produced foods – important issues that are tied to many aspects of our community.
We specifically studied the history and development of an inner city neighborhood close to campus, Avenida Guadalupe. As we dissected this neighborhood, and how the built environment impacts so many aspects of health, we also found that this neighborhood is food desert – with limited access to fresh produce. The question was posed to us: How can a community change this on its own?
We were led through discussions about local food production to help with the critical and growing need for equity with regards to healthy foods. This was a window for me, as I began to look at our urban neighborhoods much differently after this course.
Later that summer while driving through and studying the landscape of neighborhoods in the center city, one commonality became apparent: mature, very established fruit trees adorned the yards.
We realized that there is currently a large production of fresh fruit taking place via neighborhood fruit trees. In each of the neighborhoods canvassed – Lavaca, King William, Avenida Guadalupe, Lone Star and Roosevelt Park – I saw an urban orchard begin to form. These neighborhoods are home to mature orange, lime, grapefruit, fig, and pomegranate trees, to name a few. In this small area, we have cataloged more than 50 trees.
I was already aware of fruit trees in our city, I have a very productive grapefruit tree myself. However, I had no grasp of the sheer number of trees in the neighborhoods combined. The majority of the mapped trees are located in neighborhoods that have a history rooted in agriculture, especially Avenida Guadalupe. According to the Guadalupe Westside Community Plan for 2020, the property was, for the most part, used for pasture and farmland until the late 1800s.
These trees are significant to our city because they show us that fruit trees can prosper in our urban areas and that we can connect to one another through food sharing. These fruit trees are likely to produce more fruit than can be consumed by the tree owner and its household. One mature tree at 10 years old can produce up to 200-250 pounds of fruit. Many of the trees are not gleaned, as picking the fruit can be tricky, especially fruit at the top of a very tall tree.
The fruit from these trees can help shrink the critical and growing need for access to healthy food for all. Since there are many food pantries in San Antonio such as the San Antonio Food Bank that could benefit from this locally grown, organic, fresh food, why not create a fruit tree harvesting program?
The San Antonio Fruit Tree Project was formed from the community, for the community. Other cities with similar projects became a model for us. In San Francisco, justonetree.org fascinated us with their dedication of reducing the imports of lemons to San Francisco. Portland also proves urban harvesting can be successful and they have great fruit harvesting ideas, with the Portland Fruit Tree Project. There are many cities taking local food production to new levels, and San Antonio has the capability of doing the same. We have an urban orchard of our own.
The San Antonio Fruit Tree Project revolves around one fundamental value: don’t waste good fruit. We aim to donate fruit to programs that help those in need.
These trees are hidden gems in our community. They have survived decades of change, and are a part of our history. They have the ability to bind us together, help each other, and remind us that we all have something to give.
*Featured/top image: San Antonio Fruit Tree Project founders Mary Minor and Melissa Federspill harvest figs from a neighborhood tree. Courtesy photo.

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The Global 1920s : Politics, economics and society Paperback / softback
Part of the Decades in Global History series
The 1920s is often recognised as a decade of fascism, flappers and film.
Covering the political, economic and social developments of the 1920s throughout the world, The Global 1920s takes an international and cross-cultural perspective on the critical changes and conditions that prevailed from roughly 1919 to 1930. With twelve chapters on themes including international diplomacy and the imperial powers, film and music, art and literature, women and society, democracy, fascism, and science and technology, this book explores both the `big' questions of capitalism, class and communism on the one hand and the everyday experience of citizens around the globe on the other.
Utilising archival sources throughout, it concludes with an extensive discussion of the circumstances surrounding the 1929 stock market crash and the onset of the Great Depression, the effects of which were felt worldwide.
Covering topics from the oil boom in South America to the start of civil war in China, employment advances and setbacks for women across the globe, and the advent of radio and air travel, the authors provide a concise yet comprehensive overview of this turbulent decade.
Containing illustrations and a selection of discussion questions at the end of each chapter, this book is valuable reading for students of the 1920s in global history.
- Format: Paperback / softback
- Pages: 250 pages, 12 Halftones, black and white
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Publication Date: 09/02/2016
- Category: General & world history
- ISBN: 9781138774797
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The earliest patent of these mechanical devices dates back to 1911. These devices, however, proved to be ineffective because they were cold and uncomfortable to use. It was in 1959 that a man by the name of Freddie W. Sell invented and patented the first manual penis pump. He called it "The Erector."
There are various types of penis pumps on the market. The Squeeze Ball is the most common and widely used penis pump, followed by The Plunger. This works like a bike tire pump. Next is the Hand Grip, and it is considered among users of more than one type of penis pump to be better at regulating pressure. There is also The Electric. That's a top-of-the-line penis pump. It offers a hands free experience. It has various settings and fully regulated suction. Finally, the most revered of penis pumps is the Vibrating Penis Pump. Not only does it provide sucking action, it also vibrates simultaneously.
A man inserts his penis into a cylindrical tube which is attached by a hose to a penis pump. The lip around the base of the tube makes a tight seal around the penis. As the air is sucked out of the tube by the vacuum pump, the penis is pulled further into the tube which increases the blood flow to the penis. This increased blood flow allows for the penis to become harder and more erect in a faster amount of time. A penis pump can be used for masturbation or to increase the sexual activity between a man and his mate. It also adds length and width to the penis over time, making intercourse more pleasurable for women as well.
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Planning to drink on St. Patrick's Day? Have a designated driver
NEWARK - Law enforcement agencies from across Licking County are planning to increase enforcement of drunk driving over St. Patrick's Day weekend.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol, Reynoldsburg Police Department and Pataskala Police will be working together to make sure impaired drivers are not endangering others on the roadways this weekend.
Officers from all three agencies will be working together in high traffic areas to have a highly visible presence and attempt to prevent alcohol related crashes.
Traffic safety and designated driver brochures have also been distributed to area bars and restaurants through the Licking County Safe Communities initiative.
Alcohol consumption is common on St. Patrick's Day.
Those planning to consume alcohol over the weekend are encouraged to have a designated driver or alternative plan to get home.


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The United Green Movement (UGM) party is calling for transparency in the process of identifying and enlisting vulnerable members of the society targeted to benefit from the government’s COVID-19 humanitarian assistance.
UGM’s national Director of grassroots democracy Erick Ogada said that the process of enlisting the beneficiaries should be above board
He noted that every stakeholder in the targeted areas should be involved in the process to ensure that the right people benefit from the program being spearheaded by both the national and county governments.
Speaking in Nakuru,Ogada said that after the enlisting process, the list of those selected should be posted at Chief’s offices to enable scrutiny.
“We do not want to have a situation whereby those entrusted with the responsibility of enlisting people will fill the list with names of their relatives and cronies,” said Ogada.
He added, “We must ensure that the really vulnerable members of the society get to benefit from his fund”.
Ogada called on the government to make use of organized community groups like Sacco’s, women groups and church groups in identifying the truly needy people who should get relief from the government.
At the same time, he challenged the government to stop focusing only on informal settlements saying that there are so many people who live outside informal settlements but are in need after losing jobs or businesses.
“If you go to these other estates that are not informal, there are hundreds if no thousands of people who have been rendered jobless and are in need of help and it will only be fair if the government considers them as well,” he said.
Ogada also asked the government to hasten the process and ensure that it moves swiftly.


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Capital One Arena | Washington, District Of Columbia
EVENT RESCHEDULED TO MONDAY 6TH JUNE 2022. Originally Friday 11th February 2022. All original tickets are still valid!
Musician Chris Tomlin and band Hillsong United are ready to give a mind-boggling joint performance at Capital One Arena on Monday 6th June 2022. This long-awaited "Tomlin United" tour is anticipated as the most significant worship music concert of the year. Thousands of fans are welcomed each night to experience songs and worship together. The 33-date trek will make visits to major spots of North America, including Boston, Dallas, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington D.C., Miami and 2-date shows in the New York area before wrapping it up at Gas South Arena, Duluth on 13th April 2022. The musicians will be playing their all-time hit songs on the tour, which will take the atmosphere to new heights. Hurry up, grab your tickets right away before they are sold out!
American-born Christopher Dwayne Tomlin is one of the biggest stars of contemporary Christian music. It is estimated that around 20-30 million people all over the globe sing Chris' songs every week in church. Time magazine stated him as the "most often sung artist in the world" because of his inspiring lyrics, which have shaped and uplifted the modern faith of believers. Songwriter, singer and worship leader Chris Tomlin has won a Grammy Award, 23 GMA Dove Awards, 2 BMI Songwriter of the Year honorees and an ASCAP Songwriter. He has also sold over 7 million records worldwide and is the only Christian music artist to reach a billion streams on Pandora. Tomlin has sold out all major venues everywhere in his career, reflecting his global demand.
The band Hillsong United originated from Hillsong Church, Australia. The worship music legends have released five studio albums to date and last four among them have topped the US Christian music chart. Albums, Zion and Empires are the most successful ones, as Zion was recently certified Gold in the US, and Empires received four nominations at the 49th GMA Dove Awards. Experience an incredible night of singing and worship by getting your tickets ASAP before they are sold out!


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Laguna Beach radio station KX/93.5 FM took tunes from the air to the stage at the Festival of Arts grounds Saturday for its inaugural Festival of Music.
A large crowd turned out to hear Huntington Beach indie rocker Matt Costa, former Men at Work singer Colin Hay, alternative rock band Trapdoor Social and singer-songwriter Carly Ritter.
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The Colorado Center for the Blind is a world-renowned training center. We focus on giving people who have lost their sight or are in the process of losing their sight; the skills and confidence to live their lives the way they want. This podcast is presented by the students themselves to talk about experiences, express opinions, and share their accomplishments. What is it like to go blind? Fun and interesting stories plus a real look at the student life of a training center.


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87 tons of rotten fish destroyed in Saudi Arabia’s Dammam
Those responsible for the violation have been referred to the relevant authorities as they also manipulated the expiry date and forged data
The Dammam Municipality and the Saudi ministry of commerce have said they destroyed a huge amount of rotten shrimps and frozen fish which were ready to for export and local distribution.
Those who are responsible for this violation have been referred to the relevant authorities as they also manipulated the expiry date and forged data thereby risking people’s lives.
Mohammed al-Saffyan, Director General of the Department of Public Relations and Media in the Eastern Province, said 87.5 tons of frozen and rotten fish, were destroyed over a period of three days. According to him, the source of the fish is still not known.
The site where the rotten fish was found has also been shut down, Saffyan said. He said that they are coordinating with the authorities to ensure that products belonging to the company that committed this violation are not allowed to be sold.
He said that random samples of the company’s products were collected from the market to check if they are fit for human consumption.
This article is also available in Arabic.
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