The duplicity of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and National Conference (NC) has been exposed as both the parties have fielded proxy candidates from a majority of the 247 wards of 15 urban local bodies going to the polls in the first phase across the Jammu region.
This has happened despite the PDP and NC announcing a boycott of civic bodies elections in the state over Article 35A of the Constitution.
While second-rung leaders of the two parties are contesting elections as Independents in most wards, some top leaders have fielded their close relatives from prestigious seats.
Rajesh Bhagat, who is contesting as an Independent from Ward No. 68 of the Jammu municipal corporation (JMC), is a son of PDP state general secretary FC Bhagat.
“The welfare committee of the locality (the ward) has fielded my son as a candidate for the civic elections. He is contesting as an Independent. He has nothing to do with my party,” FC Bhagat said.
PDP state secretary Rashid Malik and senior party leader Manmohan Choudhary have fielded their wives as proxy candidates from JMC Ward Nos. 74 and 42, respectively.
Although the party has suspended its Poonch district president Hamid Manhas for contesting elections in the Surankote municipal committee, proxy candidates have been fielded from all 17 wards of the Poonch municipal council.
“It is all due to the pressure of the people that I am contesting the civic elections,” Subash Chander, former councillor from the NC, told Kashmir Post. Subash is in the fray as an Independent from Ward No. 62 of the JMC. Ashok Singh Manhas, another former councillor belonging to the NC, is also contesting the election.
A large numbers of NC workers accompanied Vijay Suri, party’s block Kalakote president, when he filed his nomination. Former NC councillor Rashida Begum’s husband Omar Din is contesting as an Independent from the Gujjar Nagar ward in Jammu.
“For the last couple of months, we had been projecting candidates for the urban local bodies and panchayat elections across the Jammu region. Due to some political compulsions, the party decided to boycott the elections. Now, we have to field proxy candidates to stop other parties from making inroads into our strongholds,” said a senior NC leader.
In ‘face-saving exercise’, NC expels 8 workers
Even as the National Conference on Wednesday evening expelled eight workers for contesting elections from different wards of the Jammu municipal corporation, the party has not taken any action against leaders who have fielded their relatives from seats in different civic bodies across the Jammu region. “Expelling eight office-bearers is just a face-saving exercise because rivals have accused the NC of fielding proxy candidates,” a source said, adding, “already a large number of proxy candidates have filed their nominations with the consent of senior leaders.”


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Understanding the current and future opportunities and barriers to continued consumer demands for chicken meat can help inform the planning and development of the industry, its companies and their products. This project aims to use a variety of new and previous techniques to survey Australian consumers, to provide insights into decision-making behaviour related to chicken meat.
Future market demand and barriers for the chicken industry will be assessed by comparing recent and past surveys to provide a deeper understanding of the drivers of chicken meat consumption, which will inform projections of chicken meat consumption. The outcomes of these surveys will be compiled into a report for use by Australian chicken meat companies to identify opportunities to add value to their businesses now, and in the future.
Project code: PRJ-010999
Principal investigator: Wendy Umberger
Research organisation: University of Adelaide
Project duration: August 2018 – December 2019
Professor Wendy Umberger, Executive Director CGFAR, University of Adelaide, email@example.com
Sue Hatcher, Manager, Research – Chicken Meat RD&E Program – Food Safety, Environment and Consumer Needs, AgriFutures Australia, firstname.lastname@example.org
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Welcome Brainiacs, we are your hosts, Dan and Katie Merritt, owners of Green Brain Comics in East Downtown Dearborn. Every week over 100 new comic books are released, and we are here to point out some gems, give you our personal picks as well as a few of our staffs picks, and we look forward at next weeks release list for a couple of highlights. And after that we will bring you Brain Functions, our event listing of all the cool happenings in and around the shop.
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SCOOBY DOO TEAM UP #24
DOOM PATROL #5 (MR)
STEVEN UNIVERSE ONGOING #2
LOOSE ENDS #3 (OF 4) (MR)
CURSE WORDS #3
UNWORTHY THOR #5 (OF 5)
HELENA CRASH #1 (OF 4)
MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR #17
KATIES #1 PICK OF THE WEEK!!!!
BLACK HAMMER #7 LEMIRE VAR
DANS #1 PICK OF THE WEEK!?!?!
IRON FIST #1
Back Issue Clearance sale – Marvel and DC
$1 each on selected back issues!
Surfing the Cosmic Sidewalk
Headspace Gallery Exhibit opening
Friday, Mar 31 6-9
Comic Pages through the Ages Exhibit at Padjeski Gallery
Cartoons and Comics in Concert
Friday, April 7th 8pm
Afterthoughts, the Green Brain Book Club !
Sat. Apr 8 6:30-7:30pm
Giant Days Vol 1- boom
Free Comic Book Day
Sat. May 6
Thanks for joining us on Brain Waves the Green Brain Comics Podcast
We are proud to be part of the family of podcasts hosted by Slack Jaw Punks
Listen to Brain Waves every week on Itunes, Stitcher, & Google Play or at slackjawpunks.com
Stay up to date on all of our happenings, we are green brain comics on Facebook, tumblr and instagram, on twitter @greenbraincmx and of course at greenbrain.biz
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Patrick Meinert, Product Manager from ULBRICH, speaks to AZoM about the impact precision raw materials manufacturing has on RF cable manufacturing.
What impact does precision raw materials manufacturing have on RF Cable manufacturing?
Precision raw materials manufacturing can increase product reliability, productivity, consistency, and overall performance of the finished cable. Precision raw material manufacturing data can be a leading indicator of the performance of the finished product. As a result, it can give the cable maker the ability to improve resource management, reduce costly rejection rates of the final product, and improve their innovation cycle.
Allowing our customers to produce the next generation of cables gives them a better chance of success in the marketplace and an “edge” on the competition.
The manufacturing process can significantly impact the assembled cable, and for that reason, we think of our product more of as a component than raw material for cables. We like to work with customers on writing our specifications in a way that reflects this distinction so that they can meet the tightening specifications of the next generation of cables.
Through Ulbrich’s focused Engineering and Product Development efforts, Ulbrich has identified the rolled flat wire product's key characteristics that directly impact the final cable's signal quality. Customers have documented results using Ulbrich Flat Wire in new and existing cable designs demanding higher signal quality levels. Customers also find the benefits of our precision drawn round wire in center conductor and braid applications.
How important are material characteristics in terms of when micro-bending wrapping shield wire?
The stresses on the material during the micro-bending wrapping process can vary greatly: from company to company, design to design, product to product. In most cases, the material characteristics are not fully defined in the material specification but will directly influence the wrapping process. Understanding the relationship between the wire's mechanical properties and the wrapping process variables will impact the overall performance.
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We can custom produce a wrapped wire with unique mechanical properties that are best suited (i.e., “match”) for their individual processes. Mil-Specs tend to be very generic that does not tell the whole story. Our broad range of capabilities regarding mechanical properties “fill in the blanks” that are not included in the specs but have a huge impact on the cable's overall performance.
We have custom-produced material properties to solve issues with increases in dynamic resistance after cable assembly. They seem to be most important for wires under .002” (50 microns) that undergo tighter wrap circumferences.
Ulbrich’s ability to examine and measure internal metal grain structure has led to developments in custom flat wire properties fitting unique cable designs.
What is the overall impact of manufacturing the materials that go into a cable with the tightest tolerances on both the performance and capabilities?
Dimensional and mechanical property consistency of the specialty wire components (Center Conductor, Wrap, and Braid wire) will give the cable manufacturer the ability to reduce VSWR spikes (reduced rejection rates), allow for a wider operating window in their manufacturing process, and produce cables with higher bandwidth/frequency. We give our customers more flexibility/options for their processes.
We apply tighter tolerances during the manufacturing of the cable components, so our customers don’t waste material and time dialing in their machine for a new material batch. This can really be seen when we improve our FFT limits for customers who have been given tougher VSWR limits.
Process controls are in place to make sure continuous lengths of wire have consistent mechanical properties.
How does this affect the maintaining of the performance over longer lengths of cables?
Our wires' precision will reduce signal loss within the cable and allow the cable manufacture to produce longer cables at the same high performance. Our wire's precision and consistency will also increase the final cable's stability, allowing it to withstand flexing, vibration, and movement over a longer period of time without increasing the risk of signal loss. The cable may also withstand rougher handling during installation and bundling.
We have noticed that making a cable longer can cause dimensional changes that normally would affect the VSWR to become a problem. However, we can work through this by extending our FFT limits to this longer period length.
What are the different applications for silver-plated copper-clad aluminum and silver-plated copper-clad stainless steel?
These specialty bi-metal alloys allow design engineers to reduce the overall weight of a cable or reduce the cable's overall size without sacrificing the performance. CCS will add strength, flexibility and maintain conductivity to the cable without increasing its overall dimensions.
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Copper clad aluminum is commonly used in applications that require weight-savings yet must maintain a certain amount of conductivity. Copper clad steel adds strength and makes it more resistant to flexure while maintaining conductivity.
What are some of the advantages behind using silver plated and copper cladded materials to preserve electrical properties?
Silver is a highly conductive material. These materials allow design engineers to build cables with higher bandwidth, higher frequency, higher speeds, less signal loss over greater lengths with greater consistency. Heat management and corrosion resistance are other attributes in cable design that can benefit from these specialty alloys. Ulbrich has in-house plating capabilities to custom produce silver-plated products with a wide variety of controlled plating thicknesses to meet your exacting requirements.
The silver plating is even more conductive than the copper and offers a path of least resistance for the current to flow through.
Why are these materials ideal for microwave cable applications?
Combining their reliable conductivity properties, mechanical properties, and formability properties makes them effective materials for this application. They are also available in many forms: ultra-fine cross-sections (round and flat) and high aspect ratios (thickness to width).
What are the advantages of the addition of alloying agents?
The alloying agents can improve specific mechanical properties without sacrificing other characteristics. For example:
- improved strength while losing minimal conductivity
- increase flex-life without reducing the strength
- increasing strength without sacrificing conductivity or elongation
The addition of alloying agents results in the material being able to reach properties that would be impossible with pure copper. This is usually done to improve the strength of the copper. However, there is always a give and take - the higher you push the strength of the copper alloy, the lower the conductivity drops.
Can you define and discuss the importance of inline FFT analysis?
Fast Fourier Transformation (FFT) analysis can measure repeating dimensional changes in thickness, width, or diameter during the manufacturing process. These repeating patterns (changes in the dimensions) can have a direct effect on the Voltage Standing Wave Ratio(VSWR) of the finished cable. This is most important for helical wrap wires and center conductors. The primary benefits of FFT analysis:
- Product Consistency in the wire:
- The data confirm when our manufacturing process is under control
- It identifies when and what PM is needed in the process
- It identifies wherein the process, dimensional variability is introduced and to what degree
- It identifies/confirms the “ideal” manufacturing process
- Predictor of the performance of the final cable in advance:
- Identifies VSWR spike risk/potential
- Bandwidth/Speed: GHz
- Length of Cable
What do these innovations and developments mean for the future of precision metals?
Our advancements will lead to a better understanding of our specialty wires' impact/relationship on the finished cable performance. It will lead to the cable manufacturer's productivity and performance gains and increases their ability to achieve success in a competitive marketplace. Allow them to offer faster, lighter, and more stable cables as demands go higher for the next generation of applications. Ulbrich has proven success in partnering with manufacturers in product development and improvement.
I have been with the company for 25 years. Served multiple roles that focused on the development, growth, and support of our key markets/products. I help facilitate/manage the relationship between our company and our customers.
Collaboration/Input provided by Patrick Meinert, Product Manager, and our technical group.
Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the interviewee and do not necessarily represent the views of AZoM.com Limited (T/A) AZoNetwork, the owner and operator of this website. This disclaimer forms part of the Terms and Conditions of use of this website.


text: Popchips is a brand of processed potato and corn products marketed as similar to potato chips. They are manufactured by processing potato starch at high pressure and temperature, in a process similar to that used for puffed rice cakes. Keith Belling is a co-founder and CEO of Popchips. Belling teamed up with Patrick Turpin, and created a new popped chip. The company created a chip that utilizes potato and corn products that are cooked at a high pressure and temperature. Turpin co-founded Popchips, Inc., and serves as its President. In November, 2015 David Ritterbush was named CEO of the company, replacing Paul Davis.


Ghana can degenerate into a civil war at any time, Senior Research Fellow at the Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy (LECIAD) at the University of Ghana, Dr Vladimir Antwi-Danso has said.
“Ghana has been overly praised. Too much, they’ve praised us…[but] from where I seat, and from what I know, from what I’ve learnt, Ghana can go to war at any time. When we say this the Journalists just insult us. Wait until it comes”, Dr Antwi-Danso told an audience Wednesday at the 35th anniversary of late President Hilla Limann’s investiture.
Buttressing his point by making reference to the 1994 tribal war between Kokombas and Nanumbas in northern Ghana, which resulted in the death of more than 2,000 people, Dr Antwi-Danso pointed out that if a mere brawl over the price of a guinea fowl between two men from either tribe could trigger an ethnic clash on that scale, then Ghanaians must not think similar trivial happenings in any part of the country could not trigger a civil war.
“The guinea fowl was only a trigger point; several things happened, several things are there. So we have to be very careful when we say we are doing well. It’s because we have some basic physical things that resemble democracy, but for me, there is a big difference between democracy and good governance. Don’t make a mistake”, he warned.
“Usually when we have constant elections, the presence of a constitution, or institutions of government, the police, what not, then we say: ‘Oh we have democracy’. What if the ruling government stuffs the police or your institution: all the institutions–electoral commission, police, army, CEPS, everything, it is government people? So the institutions can’t work. So you don’t have that institutionalism that will make for democracy. What if unqualified people are put there? What if corrupt people are put there? Incidentally in Africa, and in our country Ghana, that’s what we have”, Antwi-Danso observed.


Two of the world's major automotive manufacturers plan to reduce the number of platforms for the respective ranges. According to Automotive News Europe, BMW and Mercedes-Benz site soon adopt such a policy in order to lower their costs.
The Jaguar XK should take the line further in 2014. According to news site published by Autocar, the British manufacturer will focus on the development of new cars such as the newly announced XE , its new entry model.
The Brazilian Association of Importers of Motor Vehicles (Abeiva) revealed plans to change its name to Brazilian Association of Importers and Manufacturers of Motor Vehicles (Abeifa) and consequently alter their work with the automakers.


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6FT Gold Dazzling Metallic Foil Flower Backdrop
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Add a huge dose of glimmer and shimmer into your wedding or party background, Photo Booth, entryway or door decoration with our dazzling metallic foil flower garland backdrops. These glistening foil flower backdrops will not only ooze oodles of glitz and glam into your event, but will also serve as a perfect decorative accent for your celebration. The seamless sheen and impeccable luster of these glinting blossoms will create a truly surreal ambiance, exuding a fanciful luminosity of festivity and jubilancy all around. Bring a glamorous twist to your wedding party, shower celebration, birthday bash, anniversary dinner, and other merry occasions with our mesmerizing foil flower backdrop decoration.
- Uses: Wedding, Party, Event, Photography, Exhibition Decoration
- Note: backdrop only, stand sold separately
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I used this as a photo backdrop at a prom party. I hung a white sheet behind it, and had kids take pictures in front of it. It looked really great in pictures. The kids loved it.
I was very excited to receive the white table Ware and gold runners . The Gold metallic backdrop will add a lot of dazzle as a backdrop
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This is a game I made for my House, Erdington, while I was at high school. The idea isn't original, but I feel I've put my own spin on a fantastic concept.
Everything is reversed. Up is down, and left is right. Navigate your way through the levels, avoiding contact with any of the walls or various hazards. Collect stars and complete levels as fast as possible to earn maximum points. Can you make it through all the levels and beat Reverse, or will Reverse beat you?

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Ensuring you have the right travel insurance for your trip is crucial for your peace of mind and financial security. With the myriad of options available, it can be overwhelming to determine which policy is best suited for your needs. From medical coverage to trip cancellation protection, there are several key factors to consider when choosing the most suitable travel insurance. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of selecting the best travel insurance for your upcoming journey, so you can travel with confidence.
- Consider your trip needs: Assess the specific needs of your trip, such as destination, activities, and length of stay, to determine the coverage you need.
- Compare coverage options: Research and compare different travel insurance plans to find the one that best suits your needs and budget.
- Check for exclusions: Carefully review the policy to understand any exclusions and limitations, such as pre-existing conditions or hazardous activities.
- Look for 24/7 assistance: Ensure the policy includes 24/7 emergency assistance and support, especially if you are traveling to a foreign country.
- Read customer reviews: Research customer reviews and ratings for the insurance provider to gauge their customer satisfaction and reliability.
Types of Travel Insurance
If you are looking to purchase travel insurance, it is important to understand the different types available to you. Here are the most common types of travel insurance policies:
- Trip cancellation insurance: This type of insurance provides coverage for non-refundable trip expenses if you need to cancel your trip for a covered reason, such as illness or severe weather.
- Medical and health insurance: This type of insurance covers medical treatment and emergency medical evacuation while you are traveling.
- Baggage and personal effects coverage: This type of insurance provides coverage for lost, stolen, or damaged baggage and personal belongings.
- Emergency assistance and travel services: This type of insurance offers 24-hour emergency assistance and other travel services, such as help with locating medical care or replacing lost travel documents.
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance: This type of insurance provides coverage for accidental death and dismemberment while traveling.
Assume that you may need a combination of these types of insurance depending on the specifics of your trip and your personal needs. It’s important to carefully consider which types of coverage are most important to you.
Single Trip vs. Multi-Trip Insurance
When choosing a travel insurance policy, you will need to decide if you need coverage for a single trip or multiple trips throughout the year. Single trip insurance provides coverage for one specific trip, while multi-trip insurance offers coverage for multiple trips within a set period, typically a year. If you travel frequently, multi-trip insurance may be a more cost-effective option for you, providing coverage for all of your trips throughout the year.
Specialized Insurance: Adventure, Cruise, and Student Policies
If you are planning a specialized trip, such as an adventure tour, cruise, or studying abroad, you may want to consider specialized travel insurance policies. These policies are tailored to the specific needs and potential risks associated with these types of travel. For example, adventure travel insurance may provide coverage for activities such as skiing, scuba diving, and mountain climbing, while cruise insurance may offer coverage for missed ports, trip interruptions, and cabin confinement. If you are a student studying abroad, there are also specialized policies designed to provide coverage for specific student-related risks. It’s important to carefully consider the potential risks of your trip and choose a policy that offers the coverage you need.
Key Coverage to Look for in Travel Insurance
After deciding to invest in travel insurance, the next step is to understand the key coverage areas to look for in a policy. Not all travel insurance plans are created equal, so it’s important to carefully review the coverage options and make sure they align with your specific needs and concerns.
Medical Emergencies and Evacuation
One of the most critical aspects of travel insurance is coverage for medical emergencies and evacuation. This type of coverage ensures that you will receive adequate medical care and, if necessary, be evacuated to a medical facility or back home in case of an emergency. When selecting a policy, pay close attention to the maximum coverage for medical expenses and whether the plan includes coverage for emergency medical evacuation. These are crucial in case of any unforeseen medical issues while traveling, especially in countries with high medical costs.
Trip Cancellation and Interruption
Another important aspect to consider in travel insurance is coverage for trip cancellation and interruption. This type of coverage can reimburse you for non-refundable trip expenses if you have to cancel your trip for a covered reason, such as illness, severe weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. Look for a policy that includes trip cancellation and interruption coverage, and carefully review the covered reasons for cancellation to ensure they align with your potential concerns. This coverage ensures that you don’t lose the money invested in your trip if unexpected events force you to cancel or cut it short.
Luggage and Personal Belongings Coverage
Protecting your belongings while traveling is essential, and luggage and personal belongings coverage can provide peace of mind in case of theft, damage, or loss of your possessions. When evaluating travel insurance policies, check the coverage limits and exclusions for baggage and personal belongings. This coverage can be particularly valuable if you’re carrying expensive items such as electronics or jewelry during your trip.
Personal Liability and Legal Coverage
Personal liability and legal coverage can provide protection in case you accidentally cause damage to property or injury to others while traveling, as well as cover legal expenses if you find yourself in a legal dispute while abroad. Review the coverage limits and exclusions for personal liability and legal coverage to ensure it meets your needs. This coverage can be crucial in avoiding significant financial losses or legal trouble while traveling.
Evaluating Insurance Providers
Now that you understand the importance of travel insurance and the different types available, it’s time to evaluate the insurance providers to ensure you choose the best one for your trip. When evaluating insurance providers, there are several factors you should consider to make an informed decision.
Reputation and Financial Stability
When evaluating insurance providers, it’s crucial to consider their reputation and financial stability. Look for insurance companies that have a strong reputation for reliability and trustworthiness. You can research online reviews and ratings from other travelers to get an idea of an insurer’s reputation. Additionally, you should also check the financial stability of the insurance company to ensure they have the financial resources to cover any claims in case of an emergency.
Customer Service and Support
Another important factor to consider when evaluating insurance providers is their customer service and support. You want to choose an insurer that provides excellent customer service and is responsive to your needs, especially during an emergency. Look for insurers that offer 24/7 support and have a dedicated claims team to assist you throughout your trip.
Tips for Buying Travel Insurance
To ensure that you’re getting the best travel insurance for your trip, there are several factors to consider. First and foremost, it’s essential to review and compare multiple travel insurance plans. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to make a decision. Take your time to evaluate the coverage limits, deductibles, and exclusions of each plan. You can find a detailed guide on how to choose a travel insurance plan here.
- Compare quotes from multiple insurance providers
- Read and understand the fine print
- Consider the duration and destination of your trip
- Evaluate coverage limits and deductibles
Assume that taking the time to do thorough research will pay off in the long run and provide you with peace of mind during your travels.
Comparing Quotes and Reading the Fine Print
When comparing travel insurance quotes, it’s crucial to pay attention to the details and read the fine print. This includes understanding the coverage limits, deductibles, and any exclusions. Make sure that you’re aware of any additional fees or hidden costs that may not be immediately apparent. You can find a comparison table for different travel insurance plans in this article.
Exploring compare quotes and fine print is crucial to selecting the most suitable travel insurance for your trip.
Understanding Exclusions and Pre-Existing Conditions
Before purchasing travel insurance, it’s important to understand any exclusions and limitations that may apply to your policy. This includes pre-existing medical conditions, adventure activities, and other specific exclusions that may affect your coverage. Make sure you’re aware of any restrictions and consider how they may impact your travel plans.
Being aware of exclusions and pre-existing conditions can prevent any unexpected surprises during your trip.
Choosing the Best Travel Insurance for Your Trip
Upon reflecting on the tips and factors to consider when choosing the best travel insurance for your trip, it is important to remember that your peace of mind and financial security are at stake. Taking the time to carefully research and compare different insurance options, understanding the fine print, and considering the specific needs of your trip will ensure that you select the most suitable coverage. Don’t rush this process; take the time to find the best travel insurance that will provide you with the protection and support you need while traveling.
Q: What factors should I consider when choosing the best travel insurance for my trip?
A: When choosing travel insurance, consider the coverage limits for medical expenses, trip cancellation/interruption, and baggage loss/delay. Also, look into the policy’s coverage for adventure activities, pre-existing medical conditions, and the geographical area of your trip. It is important to select a policy that best fits your travel needs and potential risks.
Q: How do I know if a travel insurance policy is reputable and reliable?
A: Look for travel insurance policies from reputable and well-established insurance companies that have a track record of providing reliable service. Check for online reviews and ratings from other travelers to gauge the company’s reputation. Additionally, verify that the insurance provider is financially stable and has a good claims payment history. Always read the policy details and understand the covered benefits, exclusions, and limitations before purchasing.
Q: Are there any additional features or benefits I should look for in a travel insurance policy?
A: When selecting a travel insurance policy, consider additional features such as coverage for trip delay, emergency medical evacuation, 24/7 travel assistance, and coverage for personal belongings and important documents. Some policies also offer concierge services, rental car damage coverage, and coverage for accidental death or dismemberment. Choose a policy with features that align with your travel plans and provide added peace of mind during your trip.

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Washington County commissioners have appointed two groups to begin planning West Bull Mountain outside of Tigard, one of the county's future urban areas.
The board of commissioners this week approved a "stakeholder work group," which is made up of citizens and government officials interested in planning the new community. The board also approved appointments to a technical advisory committee, which includes representatives from jurisdictions and service providers such as cities, schools and parks.
Before the vote, Commissioner Roy Rogers insisted that a water provider serve on the technical group. One of the challenges of planning the new area will be determining who will provide water service.
Commissioner Desari Strader said she was disappointed that the city of Beaverton chose not to be represented on the technical group.
Both groups will work with consultants and staff to help plan the area.
Metro, the regional government, brought the West Bull Mountain area of approximately 500 acres inside the urban growth boundary in 2002. Planning will address questions of zoning and density and provide a guide for how the land should be developed.
A blueprint for developing the area -- known as Areas 63 and 64 -- is bounded by Roy Rogers and Beef Bend roads and Southwest 150th Avenue. It is not expected to be completed until 2009.
The county is following a planning process similar to what is taking place for North Bethany, an 800-acre area north of U.S. 26.
-- Kathleen Gorman; firstname.lastname@example.org

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13 November 2017
Spectacular new Brooklands Aircraft Factory and Flight Shed opened by Prince Michael of Kent
£8.4million National Lottery-funded project transforms Surrey’s Biggest Museum
The UK’s extraordinary history in aviation design and manufacture is celebrated with the opening on Monday 13th November by HRH Prince Michael of Kent, GCVO CD of the next stage of Brooklands Museum’s Re-Engineering Brooklands project. The Brooklands Aircraft Factory, housed in the restored Bellman Hangar, and the new Flight Shed combine to show the ingenuity and skill of the men and women who designed, built and flew aircraft at Brooklands from the early pioneering days in 1908 through to the development of supersonic flight.
The £8.4 million Brooklands Aircraft Factory & Race Track Revival Project includes the restoration of the Finishing Straight of the Race Track, re-opened in June on the 110th anniversary of the original opening of the Brooklands Track. It was made possible thanks to a grant of £5.467million from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and further funding from LIBOR banking fines, Arts Council England, Surrey County Council, charitable trusts and foundations and individuals.
The Bellman Hangar was originally built in 1940 on the Finishing Straight of the Race Track and has been restored and re-erected in its new position with the innovative Brooklands Aircraft Factory exhibition inside. The new exhibition tells the story of 80 years of aircraft manufacture and innovation at Brooklands and nearby Surrey, where nearly 18,900 aeroplanes were built or assembled and first flown - more than anywhere else in Europe to this day. It will enable visitors to “clock in” and immerse themselves in appreciating the skills involved in aircraft manufacture and trying them for themselves in various ‘workshops’. The Hangar remains the home of the Vickers Wellington Bomber ‘R’ for ‘Robert’ that was rescued from Loch Ness and is the only one left that saw active service in the Second World War. It and other aircraft and their major components are displayed in various stages of completion on “assembly lines” running through the factory.
A restored Hawker P.1127 “jump jet” prototype looks out over the Factory floor from a new mezzanine level that tells the story of aircraft design at Brooklands and allows visitors to explore the challenges and compromises of designing new and future aircraft. From here a walkway leads into the first floor Flight Shed exhibition, which houses some of the Museum’s live aircraft as well as radar and radio equipment and a permanent exhibition on pioneering pilots.
The new facilities are enabling the Museum to develop and expand its Learning programmes, which aim to inspire school children and students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). New workshops in the ground floor of the Flight Shed will be the home of an Aviation Heritage Skills course, so that the ability to restore and conserve historic aircraft can be passed on to a new generation.
Allan Winn, Director and CEO of Brooklands Museum, says: “The Brooklands Aircraft Factory is the only full exhibition in the UK devoted to the design and manufacture of aircraft. Just as the tens of thousands of people who worked in the factories here transformed aviation and its technologies around the world, and the fortunes of this area, the Brooklands Aircraft Factory will transform the experience of our hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The 10 years of effort by our staff, volunteers and contractors, and the generosity and vision of our funders, have produced an exhibition which will inspire future generations to embrace the STEM subjects and thus help sustain the country’s vital technological industries. It’s the biggest and boldest project the Museum has ever undertaken, and a spectacular pointer to further developments to come.”
Perdita Hunt, Trustee at HLF, says: “We are at risk of forgetting the UK’s extraordinary historical achievements when it comes to engineering innovation. Now more than ever we need to encourage future generations to master STEM skills and what better place to gain such inspiration than from Brooklands Museum? Our funding comes thanks to National Lottery players and I hope many of those players will visit and enjoy learning more about how Brooklands set the standard for aviation design and manufacture during the 20th century.”
THE BROOKLANDS AIRCRAFT FACTORY & RACE TRACK REVIVAL PROJECT:
- Lead Consultant & Architect – Thomas Ford & Partners
- Structural Engineers – Alan Baxter
- Main Contractors – Brymor Construction
- Exhibition Design – Ralph Applebaum Associates
- Exhibition Fit-Out – Elmwood Projects
MAJOR DONORS include:
- Heritage Lottery Fund, awarding funds from the National Lottery
- Support provided by the UK Government from LIBOR fines
- The estate of Vaughan and Jane Davis
- The estate of Alan Burrows
- The Michael Bishop Foundation
- Bamford Charitable Foundation
- Surrey County Council
- Arts Council England
- Garfield Weston Foundation
- Foyle Foundation
- BAE Systems
HRH Prince Michael of Kent GCVO arrives at the Brooklands Aircraft Factory.
From left to right: Mr Michael More-Molyneux DL, HM Lord Lieutenant of Surrey; Sir Gerald Acher, Chairman of the Brooklands Museum Trust; Allan Winn, Director and CEO of Brooklands Museum; HRH Prince Michael of Kent GCVO; Councillor Rachael Lake, Mayor of Elmbridge; Mr Peter Martin, Chairman, Surrey County Council
Photos by Jason Dodd
Brooklands Aircraft Factory opening - photos by Jason Dodd


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Developers of the proposed 19 Mile Creek affordable resident housing project will hold an open house information session Dec. 10 at Myrtle Philip school. The open house, which goes from 6 to 9 p.m., was requested by council Monday after receiving a number of letters and phone calls concerning traffic safety at the nearby intersection of Highway 99 and Alpine Way. The developers and their consultants will be present at and organize the open house. A public information meeting, which would be run by municipal staff and council, may also be held prior to the project going to a public hearing. A public hearing is a legal requirement following first two readings of a bylaw. Council is not allowed to accept any new information from a proponent or the general public once the public hearing has closed. Council gave bylaws for the revised 19 Mile Creek proposal first two readings at its Nov. 17 meeting — subject to resolution of four issues. The issues include: o An updated traffic study that examines the project’s impact on Alpine Way and Highway 99 o Some assurance from the Ministry of Environment that the proposed floor elevations meet flood proofing standards o Ownership details of the apartment rental units o Agreement on the sale price of the townhouse units and quality of finishing The project proposed by Columbus Properties includes 60 one-, two- and three-bedroom townhouses in eight buildings, and 24 three-bedroom rental units in two buildings. A single-family lot, which would be sold at market value, is also part of the proposal. Council members and the new Whistler Resident Housing Corporation support the site, a former gravel pit next to 19 Mile Creek, behind the Alpine Market in Alpine Meadows. However, councillors this week reported receiving a number of phone calls from Alpine Meadows residents with concerns about the development proposal, hence the call for next week’s open house. Several of the letters in Monday’s council package mentioned traffic issues as a concern. Traffic was not an issue last year when an earlier employee housing plan for the 19 Mile Creek area was proposed. The Ministry of Highways has recently reduced the speed limit on Highway 99 between Alpine Meadows and Nesters from 80 km/h to 60 km/h.


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Olympic selectors were given lots to think about — and plenty of good news — in the star-studded CCI4*-S at Bicton International Horse Trials, supported by Chedington, which featured more than 100 starters from 12 nations. British riders longlisted for Tokyo filled the first five places after the final cross-country phase, with Tom McEwen heading […]
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I used to enjoy building the Lego sets that come with instructions, but now I like free building as I can just build whatever I want.
First, I made a brick road for cars to drive on. Then, an orange car and the two famous cars from Mr Bean.
I’ve just finished reading Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, which gave me inspiration for some Lego creations based on the first four books. These dragons from the first task of the Triwizard Tournament were really fun to make.
I enjoyed making the track down to Harry’s vault in Gringott’s Bank.
One of my favourite parts of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban is when Ron gets dragged through the tunnel under the Whomping Willow to the Shrieking Shack, so I decided to make those too.
A lot of scenes at Hogwarts always include Harry, Ron and Hermione getting told off or detentions from Professor Snape. Here is Snape’s Office.
We enjoyed setting up scenes with the Lego.
It is the next day and Cian has been following me round asking me to make him some Harry Potter characters, so Pilli and I escaped to my room.
I decided to go back to the first book and made the challenges to get to the Philosopher’s stone. This might be one of my favourite things I have made.

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- pasta - olive oil - yellow or red onion, diced - garlic cloves - medium zucchini - cherry tomatoes - sliced green olives - olive brine - fresh minced basil - Salt and pepper
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“We intend to implement the Food Security Bill by the end of December, 2012,” Food Minister K V Thomas told reporters on the sidelines of an event organised by YES Bank and The Hindu Business Line.
He said taking into account the production estimate of Agriculture Ministry, the country seems to have enough food grain to meet the requirement under the proposed bill as well as exports till 2014.
Thomas said his Ministry is looking into the new poverty figures, which would be the basis for deciding the number of beneficiaries over subsidies grains.
Food grain requirement under the proposed bill is pegged at 63 million tonne, eight million tonne higher than the current requirement of the public distribution system (PDS).
Thomas said the Food Ministry has started the process of framing rules for execution of the Bill, which is expected to be passed in the next session of Parliament. For smooth implementation of the bill, the Ministry has already initiated steps to modernise the PDS and to augment storage facilities, he said.
The government godowns are overflowing with grain. India is looking at bumper food grain production of 250.42 million tonne in the 2011-12 crop year (July-June), which includes 102.75 million tonne rice and 88.31 million tonne wheat.
The food grain stock with Food Corporation of India (FCI), India's nodal agency for food grain procurement and distribution, is higher by 18 per cent at 54.52 million tonne as on March 1.
Stating that Food Subsidy Bill is expected to rise with new poverty numbers, Thomas said, “Once the new Food law is implemented, the subsidy bill will go up to Rs 1.12 lakh crore. The government has capacity to absorb additional subsidy of Rs 3,000-4,000 crore”.
For the current fiscal, the food subsidy is estimated to be around Rs 88,000 crore, which will go up to Rs 1.09 lakh crore with revision in 2000 census and 1993-94 poverty line estimates, he said.
On food grains export, the Minister said the export of rice and non-basmati rice would continue till 2014 as the country is expected to have sufficient stocks.
“As per production estimate of Agriculture Ministry, we have enough food grains to meet requirement of the Food Security Bill as well as for exports till 2014,” he said. Addressing an agribusiness event, the minister stressed that banks should come forward in lending farm business activities, including setting up of storage facilities.


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The ILO is recognized as the world’s foremost expert on issues pertaining to forced labor. The two conventions created to address forced labor include:
- C29 Forced Labour Convention, 1930 (177 ratifications, US has not ratified)
- C105 Abolition of Forced Labour Convention, 1957 (174 ratifications, US has ratified)
These two conventions are two of the eight “core conventions” that are considered universal rights and apply to all people in all States, regardless of the level of economic development. Therefore, all countries are expected to ratify and implement them.
Office of Child Labor, Forced Labor, and Human Trafficking (OCFT)
Created in 1993, the OCFT office supports the U.S. government’s labor and foreign policy objectives, meets congressional mandates, and performs public outreach by providing information on child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking, and promoting the elimination of the worst forms of child labor.
In September 2012, President Obama released this Executive Order (EO) detailing renewed efforts by the federal government to combat trafficking affiliated with products or services purchased by the U.S. Government. In conjunction with this EO, the Obama Administration announced the Partnership for Freedom to promote the development of new and innovative solutions to human trafficking.
During the 2011-2012 session, Congress introduced a bill (H.R. 2759) that would require companies with greater than $100 million in revenue to publicly report company efforts to combat slavery and would unify state laws on businesses and trafficking. While this bill did not pass, it will likely be reintroduced in the future. A fact sheet can be found on the ATEST website.
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Nine to the Evolution: Life-Changing Novel Enlightens Readers through Unique Depictions of Sins & VirtuesRead Now
Boasting nine bold chapters, six powerful characters and a lifetime of potential inspiration, Varun Ish Nanda's 'Nine to the Evolution' shows readers the path where they can walk undaunted and in peace. With such pertinence to modern-day life, the book is poised to resonate with open-minded readers around the world.
(1888PressRelease) July 24, 2013 - Fullerton, CA - While every new book claims to be unique, few encapsulate the meaning better than Varun Ish Nanda's 'Nine to the Evolution'. It's unconventional, brave and bold. Taking readers on a voyage through sins and virtues, turning the final page marks the beginning of a compelling life-changing journey.
Uniqueness of the individual experience in a hostile universe regards human existence as unexplained, and stresses freedom of choice for the consequence of one's acts. It is your character, and your character alone that truly governs your destiny. Nine to the Evolution is a book about certain individuals who act differently in similar situations despite being radically free, as a result of the diverse paths they tread upon. The book is divided into nine parts.
The first four parts deal with the cardinal sins comprising anger, greed, lust and jealousy; and the fall of individuals adhering to these capital vices.
The last four chapters explore the potential of virtues like happiness, generosity, love and contentment with respect to the human psyche. Between these two extremes, in the 5th chapter we encounter God or Self Belief- the one constant factor that balances the stark disparity between the dark and the virtuous side of the human behavior.
The book's creative streak comes to light when considering its intentional quirks. For example, the first and last three words of the book define the entire journey of the reader - "From The Darkness" ... "Towards The Light." The author's attention to detail is further displayed through the discovery that the number of pages of each opposite chapter are exactly equal (Anger and Happiness, Greed and Generosity, Lust and Love, Jealousy and Contentment).
As the author explains, 'Nine to the Evolution' excludes nobody.
"This book is written for everyone on this planet- all those who can read. That is because every human, somewhere or the other is lost in his path of life and needs to be shown the right path- where he can walk undauntedly and peacefully," says Nanda.
Continuing, "This story is important as anyone can achieve enlightenment through reading it."
The author is already widely known for his popular Android App, something that served as deep inspiration for the book.
"I serve humanity and need peace & love to float in the air. I also have an Android App called 'Quotes For Life' which contains 700+ highly inspirational, life altering quotes- all written by me and has around 100,000 users all over the world. I need the whole world to live for the true love of the Mother Nature, evolving from within every single day- and my book helps them achieve that!" he adds.
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"I have a God within me, and I shall listen to him forever... For when Mankind needs a helping hand, both my hands will serve together."- Varun Ish Nanda.
Varun Ish Nanda is a Computer Engineer from India who did his Post Graduation in Mass Communication from Symbiosis Institute, India's leading University in Media Studies.
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If it’s cold where you are this stew is sure to warm you up over the weekend and your house will be filled with amazing smells of this slow cooked meal. My friend Laura gave me a butternut squash soup recipe which I tweaked a bit and adapted into this satisfying stew. [Read more…]
I might be a lot of things, but one thing that I know I am is a pretty gosh darn compassionate person. I know it sounds kind of corny but I really do care. So here’s my life: I have this blog, now a podcast, wrote my book, I answer questions, take care of three kids, help my husband run a business, train at Norcal, work-out, clean my house, walk the dogs, do the laundry, make the beds, wash the dishes, oh and wait – I COOK PALEO MEALS!! Is it hard?
I made this chicken last Wednesday for dinner and there was more than enough for lunch for John and I the following day. I love my little helpers in the kitchen and Rowan was super cute stacking the cut up parsnips like blocks! This dish was beyond easy, versatile, and all three of the boys asked for seconds!! We ate the dish with a spinach salad for dinner and for lunch the next day I served the chicken over some steamed kale.


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Elk hunting could return to Missouri next year but on a very limited scale.
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Missouri Department of Conservation suggests in a draft set of rules published this week that it may initially only award five elk hunting permits through a lottery system.
Elk once were common in the state but were eradicated by the end of the Civil War. There were reintroduced in 2011, and the herd now totals around 175 animals. Officials say the small number of permits eventually could grow to as many as 30 if current reproduction rates push the number of elk in the state to more than 400.
The plan has received initial approval from the Missouri Conservation Commission and is now in the public comment stage.


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Reflections on Speaking Out or Saying Nothing
Shirley Wilson Logan
University of Maryland
An article written in 2008, nearly thirty years after “The Womanization of Rhetoric,” responds not only to Sally Miller Gearhart’s article but also in defense of invitational rhetoric, a rhetoric that opens up communication to the possibility of understanding other viewpoints rather than attempting to prevail. Gearhart’s alternative to what she views as the violence of persuasion closely aligns with invitational rhetoric, although that is not a term she employs. In the 2008 article, “Beyond Traditional Conceptualizations of Rhetoric and a Move Toward Civility,” Jennifer Bone, Cindy Griffin, and Linda Scholz interrogate six critiques of invitational rhetoric, referring intermittently to some features of Gearhart’s womanized rhetoric. They counter the claims that 1) all persuasion is violent and thus undesirable, 2) invitational rhetoric is always preferable to persuasion, understood as violent, 3) women are the purveyors of invitational rhetoric, 4) definitions of rhetoric, violence, persuasion, and feminine are fixed and essentialist, 5) invitational, non-violent rhetoric lacks agency, and 6) invitational rhetoric still attempts to change minds and to manipulate, as does conventional persuasion. Rather than debate these claims in isolation, I will consider the extent to which the persuasive discourse of selected late nineteenth-century black women enriches our understand of women’s rhetoric.
The first claim the authors refute is Gearhart’s statement that all persuasion is violent. The rhetorical situations of most nineteenth-century black women called for persuasion, and their intent was to change beliefs and bring about certain actions. In most cases, they were responding to acts of violence surrounding them—the violence of slavery, the violence of lynching, the violence of disenfranchisement, and violence against women.
One reference defines violence as “an act of physical force that causes or is intended to cause harm” (www.britannica.com/topic/violence). The damage inflicted by violence may be physical, psychological, or both. Can bringing individuals to awareness of an existing state of affairs constitute violence? What kind of violence, for example, was caused by Frances Harper during her 1858 New England antislavery lecture when she told her audience, “You are the cause,” referring to the failed attempts of runaway slaves to find freedom as they traveled across the nation? Here was a situation calling for direct persuasion and denying an invitational alternative. As the authors of the article point out, “In some situations, no amount of persuading or inviting is going to be useful, and to assume otherwise places undue responsibility and accountability on the rhetor and the type of communication used” (441). They go on to offer examples of effective communication such as, the sit-ins of the 1960, and, I would add, the AIDS Memorial Quilt, first displayed on the National Mall in 1987, that do not meet the criteria for persuasive communication.
Moreover, nineteenth-century black women speakers were mainly considered beyond the realm of true womanhood; they were either spectacles, such as Sojourner Truth, who was looked upon as a kind of mystical savior coming in to save white women, or exceptions, such as Frances Harper, labeled the “bronze muse.” Some years later, one witness “remembered” the effect of Truth’s 1851 “Aint I a Woman” speech thus, “She had taken us up in her great strong arms and carried us safely over the slough of difficulty” (Painter 168). Harper, on the other hand, was described by journalist Grace Greenwood as follows:
She is never assuming, never theatrical. In the first part of her lecture she was most impressive in her pleading for the race with whom her lot is cast. There was something touching in her attitude as their representative. The woe of two hundred years sighed through her tones. Every glance of her sad eyes was a mournful remonstrance against injustice and wrong. (Still 770)
These depictions demonstrate the extent to which both women were considered different from those they were addressing, one a savior and a spectacle, the other a remarkable, articulate exception. They were rarely participants in invitational rhetoric as it was then understood. But, of course, we need not travel back two centuries to find examples of generalizations about women’s experiences. Thus, when Gearhart defines feminism as “an ideology of change which rises out of the experiences of women” that result in increased attention to listening, context, and collaboration rather than competition (200-201), it is not clear to what extent these experiences take into account difference or perceptions of difference among women. Scholar Roxane Gay, although a supporter of feminist principles, writes in 2014 that “feminism has, historically, been far more invested in improving the lives of heterosexual white women to the detriment of all others” (xiii).
This brings us to the authors’ refutation of the critique that invitational rhetoric is grounded in essentialist principles, that the concepts are fixed, rigid, that men and women have essentially different communication styles. They point out that definition is an important aspect of academic scholarship and that a definition can be qualified or problematized according to the context so as to place limitations on the meaning. Once those definitions are attached, however, they often have the effect of restricting meaning. Gearhart does not seem to acknowledge any such stipulations, making broad assertions about the changes the womanization of rhetoric will bring.
The fifth claim the authors refute is that invitational rhetoric, a rhetoric or openness and listening, lacks agency—it lacks the ability to have an effect. They counter that the “effect” is often the understanding that comes when communicators listen to one another, whether there is a change in viewpoint or not. Fannie Barrier Williams, in her Chicago speech at the 1893 World’s Congress of Representative Women, offers multiple examples of the ways in which black women are like their white counterparts:
We come before this assemblage of women feeling confident that our progress has been along high levels and rooted deeply in the essentials of intelligent humanity. We are so essentially American in speech, in instincts, in sentiments and destiny that the things that interest you equally interest us. (Williams 118)
Her intent in that assembly was to help her audience understand that black women, with respect to their values and social habits were the same as white women. Agency does not always equal change; the goal can be to achieve a new understanding, although that understanding may eventually bring change.
In the article, the authors cite rhetoric scholar Krista Ratcliffe’s observation regarding the power of listening, that what we do to another is entirely different from what we do with another, the latter relationship serving as a strong source of agency (446). Ratcliffe’s work adds credence to Gearhart’s advocacy for listening. Theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer, in discussing what he called the ministry of listening, observed that we have minimized the importance of the ability to engage in sensitive listening. He described this engagement as an act of “listening with the ears of God” (98). Such listening in turn most often enables the listener to respond with acceptance. There appear to be plenty good reasons to develop the communicative ability to listen, whether we ascribe it to women or to men.
The final critique of invitational rhetoric—and indirectly Gearhart’s feminized rhetoric—is that it is persuasion in disguise, just another way of changing minds by giving interlocutors the impression that you are listening to their point of view, as well you may be. Communication cannot be anything but persuasive. You have your say; then I have mine, and we will listen respectfully to each other. I agree with the idea that it’s persuasive rhetoric “all the way down,” whether through words, images, or symbolic actions. (Kenneth Burke was right.) But persuasion does not have to be violent.
A final query that bears further exploration is whether silence or the failure to speak out can be a form of violence? When so-called good people say nothing in the presence of evil or wrongdoing are they not participating in a violence of silence? This is a question many current members of the U.S. Congress should be asked, given that they have been presented with many opportunities to voice their objections to violence perpetuated against people and institutions. Could silence on numerous occasions be more violent than persuasion?
About the Author
Shirley Wilson Logan is professor emerita at the University of Maryland, where she taught rhetoric, composition theory, and African American literature. Her publications include With Pen and Voice: A Critical Anthology of Nineteenth-Century African-American Women, We are Coming: The Persuasive Discourse of Nineteenth-Century Black Women, and Liberating Language: Sites of Rhetorical Education in Nineteenth-Century Black America, along with essays in collections. She recently co-edited with Wayne H. Slater the collection Academic and Professional Writing in an Age of Accountability.
Bone, Jennifer Emerling, Cindy L. Griffin, and T. M. Linda Scholz. “Beyond Traditional Conceptualizations of Rhetoric and a Move Toward Civility,” Western Journal of Communication, vol. 72 no. 4, pp. 434-462.
Bonhoeffer, Dietrich. Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community. Harper, 1954.
Gay, Roxane. Bad Feminist. HarperCollins, 2014.
Gearhart, Sally Miller. “The Womanization of Rhetoric.” Women Studies International Quarterly, vol. 2, no. 1979, pp. 195-201.
[Harper], Frances Watkins. “You are the Cause.” The National Anti-Slavery Standard. May 22, 1858.
Painter, Nell Irvin. Sojourner Truth: A Life, A Symbol. W.W. Norton, 1996.
Still, William. The Underground Rail Road. Philadelphia: Porter & Coates, 1872.
Williams, Fannie Barrier. “The Intellectual Progress of the Colored Women of the United States since the Emancipation Proclamation” (1893). ed. Shirley Wilson Logan. With Pen and Voice: A Critical Anthology of Nineteenth-Century African-American Women. Southern Illinois UP, 1995, pp. 100-106.


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Self-taught artist, due to the experiences he has gained during all these years where he has learned and developed his own technique in the use of colors and the way in which he portrays the figures present in his work.
With a background in design and bachelor of painting, our artist has been able to experiment with various techniques at the beginning of his artistic career. In this learning process he was able to apply oil painting, but at the end he opted for acrylic paint to make his pictorial works and represent in it those figures of humans, animals, forests and cities that stand out in his pieces. Born in northern Iran in 1981, currently living near Caspian Sea, he has lived for years surrounded by
nature, where we see it represented in many ways in most of his paintings. In order to create his works, our artist has taken elements from the environment that has been surrounding him all these years. In his works he takes human figures, animals, where in this last one the figure of the bear stands out, that intermingles it with the human figures in which makes us think that the figure of the bear is one more within the group of humans that he presents to us.
In the pictorial works of our artist, where he changes the colors of reality to a very fictitious, more dreamlike, where these brushstrokes take us to a world of memories and dreams, he also often represents horses, this would be the representation of something he has always wanted since a young age. The dream of being able to have this animal belonging to the equine family.
Within the representation of the natural in the paintings of Mostafaa Emaami, we often find ourselves surrounded by lush forest full of life and colors out of the ordinary, of what it would be in real life. Abundant forests with firm brushstrokes, trees full of different colors that call the attention from the first moment the work is perceived. The representation of trees in this way is due to the fact that for him trees are symbols of happiness, joy and travel, holidays. In these dense forests we can find those human figures that merge perfectly with the surrounding environment, subtly fit the figures in those forest subtly fit the figures in those forests full of colors that makes us travel in that world created by Mostafaa Emaami, that world of dreams. The sea, living near Sea Caspian, this element is represented on several occasions in his works, where he gives it a symbolism of dare, bravery and power, in which within his memory that representation of power over the sea is his father when he used to swim in the depths of the sea.
The evolution of Mostafaa Emaami’s pictorial works can be noticed in the way he treats the colors used to create her paintings, but not so much in the way he creates the figures that are present in them. Although the representation of her pictorial works has the same element and set, each one of them is very different from other, because of the unique use of colors that he gives to each forest he paints, to each figure and elements. With subtly brushstrokes he offers us a range of unique pictorial works within the contemporary Iranian art.


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Chapter 281 Car accident
Li Dong indeed some rush. Today is the day Qin Yuhan went to the capital, the morning said to send Qin Yuhan to the airport, did not expect the meeting a little longer, some delay. When he came downstairs, Li Dong received a call from Qin Yuhan. Once he heard that Li Dong had just left the company, Qin Yuhan said, "Then I'll wait for you at the airport lobby." Li Dong once again looked at the time, now rushed to Green Bamboo Park to pick up people and then go to the airport is indeed a little late, see the situation and said, "Then you take a taxi yourself, I will be there later." Hang up the phone, Zhou Haidong already drove the car to the entrance of the building. Li Dong said, "Old Zhou, you rest, I'll go by myself." Zhou Haidong nodded gently, every time Li Dong picked up and dropped off Qin Yuhan, he was alone, Zhou Haidong had long been used to it. Li Dong waited for Zhou Haidong to get out of the car, got into the driver's seat and stepped on the gas and sped away. Standing at the roadside, Zhou Haidong's brow throbbed, and suddenly there was a feeling of palpitations. Shaking his head, Zhou Haidong exhaled, the sudden rise of a bad feeling just left behind, people are scaring themselves, what premonitions are not premonitions are just their own psychological hints to themselves. …… Pingchuan's traffic is not good, usually blocked situation also happens from time to time. But today the sky is beautiful, Li Dong drove on the road when a flat river, the traffic is not a lot of vehicles. Because it was not long before Qin Yuhan boarded the plane, it took more than 40 minutes to get to the airport from Yaohai, so Li Dong was afraid that it would be too late to say goodbye to Qin Yuhan, so he drove a little faster. The trees on both sides of the road flew by, and after driving for a while, Li Dong saw that there were really few vehicles on the road today, so he couldn't help but speed up a bit more. Unknowingly, the speed of the car has exceeded 60 mph. From Yaohai District to Pingchuan Airport, we have to cross an adjacent urban area, and the line dividing the two districts is a four-way intersection. Li Dong's car to the intersection, Li Dong looked up, just as the light was green, there are five or six seconds, Li Dong saw the situation also did not slow down, a step on the gas pedal is ready to rush through. Who knows the car just to the center of the intersection, the left side of the intersection suddenly rushed out a small car. Li Dong did not even have time to react, you can hear a "bang" a loud sound. This moment Li Dong did not have time to think about anything, but subconsciously pressed the brakes hard. The road and tires came from the sound of ear-splitting friction, the vehicle has been skidding fifty to sixty meters away, the body first hit the roadside barrier, bumped for a while, and then hit a lamp post before slowly stopping. The car's Li Dong, now pale, is still in shock. The mind is blank, Li Dong even forgot what he was doing. I do not know how long it took, a rush of panicked shouting in his ears, Li Dong came back to his senses. From the hollow of his mind, to awake, Li Dong only had one feeling - pain! There was no part of his body that did not hurt, Li Dong even felt that his whole body bones were broken, he felt that his brain and body had been separated into two separate tissues. After five or six seconds, Li Dong gradually felt that he could control his body. But at this moment, Li Dong's body is not a bit of strength to use, not even the strength to speak. He has always felt that he has been a person who has died once, should be very light on life and death. But until this moment Li Dong knew that there is a great terror between life and death. That sense of powerlessness, that sense of despair, is never verbally say a few words not afraid of death can be offset. The body is weak, Li Dong too late and do not want to move. The noise in his ears grew louder and louder, and soon Li Dong heard a rush of shouts: "Mr. Li, Mr. Li where are you hurt?" "Quickly save someone! Call 120 ah!" "Don't move Mr. Li first, open the door, see if Mr. Li is fractured!" "Zhang Yuan, call the manager Zhou and Sun, quickly!" "……" Although Li Dong was weak, his brain was clear and heard who the voices shouting in his ears belonged to. These are the personnel who usually follow behind themselves in charge of security, and the one in charge of the scene should be Cao Hongbing. Knowing that Cao Hongbing a few people arrived, Li Dong also slightly relieved, and then felt a little strength restored to his body. Slightly moved his fingers, gradually, Li Dong regained consciousness, in addition to feeling some headache, Li Dong fumbled around on his body for a while, then gasped for breath. Fortunately, there should be no major problems. In addition to some tears in the tiger's mouth, bleeding a little, the other parts are not too injured. When Li Dong was breathing, the people outside the car Cao Hongbing also cracked the window and opened the car door. Seeing that Li Dong was not unconscious, Cao Hongbing panted intensely, and even looked more nervous than Li Dong himself, a man in his thirties, Cao Hongbing was now anxious like a child, with a crying voice: "General Li, where are you hurt?" Li Dong was about to say that he was fine when his eyes suddenly became a little dazed. He wiped his hand, and a wet sensation came from his hand. Without waiting for him to say anything, Cao Hongbing exclaimed, "Your head is bleeding! Mr. Li, don't move!" Said Cao Hongbing hurriedly turned around and said, "Gauze, quickly get the medical kit over here!" A few security quickly, the car was always prepared for emergency medical kits, gauze quickly to Cao Hongbing's hands.


This year’s Asia Casino and Gaming Conference (ACGC) at the beautiful Marina Bay Sands in Singapore was an overwhelming success in accomplishing all that the conference set out to provide its guests. For anyone fortunate enough to be in attendance for the ACGC it comes as no surprise that Conference representatives are being flooded with positive post conference feedback.
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A large part of the success of the ACGC must be attributed to the sound organization of the event by the Beacon Events teams which made networking and adding contacts in a warm and friendly environment a daily experience for attendees. Additionally, the turnout for event was extremely strong, there was over 80 participants in the first two days alone for the conference. Not wanting to miss such an high profile event, attendees came from everywhere all across the globe and from every avenue and facet of the gaming industry and its affiliations. Attendees came from regional and global operators like SJM, Melco, Venetian, Century Casinos, Nagacorp, and Harrah’s. Regulatory authorities like Gaming Inspection & Coordination Bureau/DICJ of Macau were present, legal advisers, slot machine manufacturers, suppliers of casino management systems, and developers such as Kangwon Land, Lippo Incheon, and Viet Han Trading were all in attendance. It truly was a global event as countries Macau, Singapore, Taiwan, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Austria, USA, Australia and several others were well represented.
The country panels on day one gave a succinct insight into the operating environment and potential of each of those countries. On the operations day, the issue creating the most discussion was about how to get the most out of your casino management system. On the marketing day, some of the best design projects both regionally and globally were showcased, plus people heard how important it was to understand their core markets and get their branding aligned behind that.
“Beacon was pleased with the turn-out but also the quality of people who attended the event, many of whom were repeat customers from previous gaming events.” Rosalind Wade, GM, following the major success of the ACGC added,
“As the other major gaming jurisdiction in Asia, I believe that Singapore is the natural place to build a strong conference and exhibition for the gaming industry, focusing on emerging markets and also how the more mature markets are adapting to the increasingly competitive environment and looking to improve their operations and ROI.”
Cameron Church, AML Compliance Officer of Sportingbet Australia, was one of the many speakers/attendees who gave his testimonial,
“Just wanted to say thank you for the opportunity to attend and speak at the conference this week. I certainly got a lot out of it and some very handy contacts from the industry!”
Another speaker from the event remarked,
“This is the second time that I participated at your event and I loved the congress. You were able to bring together truly experienced key gaming people in an intimate setting encouraging an environment for open dialogue. Hereby enabling a true exchange of ideas and knowledge whist stimulating relationship building. Well done!”
Well done indeed, that’s the consensus from all who had the opportunity to attend the third annual Asia Casino and Gaming Conference in Singapore, which continues to be an invaluable and successful event each year.


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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government and major banks are close to sealing an out-of-court settlement that would end a three-year feud over a controversial tax, the banks and metro officials said Friday.
The fifteen banks said they would be willing to settle if the metro government would reduce its flat 3 percent tax on banks’ gross operating profits to 0.9 percent.
Under the deal being mapped out, banks would receive a much-needed refund of 220 billion yen out of the 320 billion yen they have paid since the tax was imposed in fiscal 2000.
The cash-strapped metro government meanwhile retains 100 billion yen and can “save face” as Gov. Shintaro Ishihara’s most radical move remains valid.
A final decision could come Wednesday.
Despite his strong rhetoric, the metro governor had little hope the Supreme Court would rule entirely in its favor, an official close to Ishihara said.
The group of 15 banks had won an outright victory from the Tokyo District Court and had won a ruling declaring the tax rate “unfairly high” at the High Court. Losing a third and final time at the Supreme Court would have delivered a heavy blow to the city’s coffers.
The metro government estimates a shortfall of 350 billion yen to 370 billion yen every year from 2004 and 2006. Settling at 0.9 percent would mean additional taxes of roughly 300 billion yen during those years.
Meanwhile, the banks’ suit was costing banks legal fees estimated in the high tens of billions of yen.
With pressure from financial regulators to clean up their books, the extra cash would help the banks in a fiscal year that could determine whether some of them sink or fail.
There are other reasons for both sides to compromise.
“The bank tax made banks realize how much the public hated them,” said a Tokyo metro official. “Banks are afraid of Ishihara stirring up that resentment again.”
The passage of the bank tax in 2000 had come with cheers from the Japanese public. Many still resent the injection of public money into banks without top bankers taking responsibility and the supposed high salaries received by bank employees.
After losing the two court cases, the metro government in July offered a settlement that would have reduced the tax rate to 1 percent from 3 percent.
The levy was originally proposed by Ishihara to raise revenue for the nation’s capital during the prolonged recession.
The Tokyo government has argued that major banks with 5 trillion yen in total assets should pay for the administrative services they enjoy instead of claiming losses from problem loan disposal.
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POCATELLO — The first few homes are under construction within a large-scale, multi-use development taking shape in the northeast portion of the city.
A local builder, Portneuf Development, and a Utah company called Millennial Development Partners are collaborating on the high-profile Northgate project. Northgate is planned to be a pedestrian-friendly district with a Portneuf Health Trust medical campus, thousands of homes, commercial retailers, a Class A business park and a gated community for seniors.
Ken Pape, with Portneuf Development, said he’s already poured two foundations and has the frame of a home erected on one of those sites within the gated community. He plans to move ahead on 10 more foundations within the next week and a half and should have the first dozen homes within the gated community finished by December.
“I’ve got some basements going in,” Pape said, adding the homes will contain “higher-end concepts.”
He said about half of the first dozen homes are already sold, and other potential buyers are on a waiting list.
Pape said new roadways accessing the Northgate project will likely open to the public within a few weeks, enabling people to drive through Northgate and survey the progress. He said an extension of Olympus Drive and a new interstate interchange to access the northeast part of town are also on schedule to open before the year’s end.
“There’s a lot of stuff going on at once. It’s so positive up here,” Pape said. “There’s a lot of stuff behind the scenes that people don’t actually see what it takes to put it together.”
Pape said work is also underway to improve surrounding infrastructure. New water lines, storm drains and curbs are under construction on Chubbuck Road near the project site. A stretch of Fairgrounds Road is being demolished and will be replaced to accommodate the installation of a new sewer line.
Furthering the project’s pedestrian-friendly concept, walking paths and tunnels have already been completed, Pape said. Pape said additional announcements regarding the project are on the horizon.
“We’ve got some more exciting things coming that are going to be announced in the next three to three and a half weeks,” Pape said.
Buck Swaney, with Millennial, said construction of buildings has not yet commenced on his portion of the project. However, Swaney said the “horizontal” work, which includes new infrastructure and preparing land for development, is more than half way complete. He emphasized that the project is “well funded and well underway.”
“Many of those lots will be ready (for building) in the coming months,” Swaney said.
Swaney is in the midst of redesigning and updating the commercial component of the project, adapting plans to a shifting market to make them “sustainable for the future.”
“The Amazon Age has affected retail in ways we are just learning about and experiencing as a whole economy,” Swaney said.


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As a parent, you’re surely familiar with the calming effect of pacifiers. However, you’ll also want to be aware of their potential negative impact.
- The overuse of pacifiers can lead to a misaligned bite.
- Crooked and misaligned teeth can also be caused by the prolonged use of pacifiers.
- Most dental experts recommend stopping the use of pacifiers by age 2.
Your dentist can offer practical guidelines on how to use a pacifier without affecting your child’s dental health.
Read the full story here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-does-a-pacifier-impact-your-childs-oral-health/

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A painful loss for Mississippi State fans is made worse by controversial calls. A generous spot followed by an interesting measurement has Bulldog fans howling.
I’m also somewhat surprised that the Vick Ballard leap out of bounds towards the end zone wasn’t at least looked at. That play would have sent the game into overtime.
Regardless, controversial calls are a part of the game. Auburn played tough and won the game.