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One of four stunning apartments in an idyllic spot, great for walking and wildlife. Interiors are stylish and contemporary with underfloor heating and a terrace. Next door is the popular King Arthur pub so pop in for a pint or dinner. These fabulous apartments are perfect for honeymooners and couples looking to escape to the Gower countryside, you can take the dog too!
The Gower Peninsula is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, home to some of the country’s best beaches - perfect for watersports. If it’s culture you’re looking for, why not explore one of the many castles and historical houses in the area. Head to the maritime city of Swansea for some retail therapy or simply relax in the garden… the choice is yours!
- Size: sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom
- Beds: 1 x king size bed
Ground floor with private entrance
- Kitchen: electric oven, electric hob, a fridge/freezer and microwave plus dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
- Living /dining area: dining table and 4 chairs, archway through to the lounge with 2 sofas, gas log effect fire, flatscreen TV plus a DVD player.
- Cloakroom: WC, wash hand basin.
- Bedroom: king size bed with rural views, bedside cupboards, dressing table, walk in wardrobe with French doors onto terrace.
- Bathroom: bath, shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin.
- Entertainment: TV.
- For families: highchair available.
- Outside: private terrace with table and chairs,
- Parking: entrance through gate into private driveway with parking for 1 car.
- General: changeover day - Friday. Underfloor heating. Bed linen and towels provided. WiFi. 5 star rating.
- Pets: dogs welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property.
- Accidental Damage Deposit: you may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
- Notes: no smoking. Short breaks available to start on a Monday for 4-nights or Friday for 3-nights - please call to enquire.
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Attorneys' Fees; Fee-Generating Cases; Use of Non-LSC Funds, Transfers of LSC Funds, Program Integrity
LSC is repealing its regulatory prohibition on the claiming of, and the collection and retention of attorneys' fees pursuant to Federal and State law permitting or requiring the awarding of such fees. This action is taken in accordance with the elimination on the statutory prohibition on attorneys' fees in LSC's FY 2010 appropriation legislation. LSC is also moving provisions on accounting for and use of attorneys' fees and acceptance of reimbursements from clients from Part 1642 (which is being eliminated) to Part 1609 of LSC's regulations. LSC is also making technical changes to Part 1609 and Part 1610 of its regulations to remove cross references to the obsolete statutory and regulatory citations.


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Schendel said she wanted to work for Bellevue because the department is progressive and already has lots of women officers.
Who Wins? But she recognized that becoming a police officer affected her priorities, too.
If he heard a man's voice, he would have known it was the police, he said. Schendel has worked patrol in Bellevue for about five months. Besides the risks of the job, she said the hardest part so far has been dealing with very troubled .
Schendel said one of the more surprising repercussions to her career change has been in her dating life — the men she met seemed intimidated by her job. Next up: a call about some shoplifters at the Whole Foods grocery store.
She said the next obstacle is actually spending time together, given the crazy shifts new officers are ased to work. Schendel is dating someone now. Schendel said she sees a lot of burglaries where the focus is guns, jewelry and the medicine cabinet.
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You get to be the person that says, 'Hey I know everything seems really bad right now. Apr 06, at am.
Another unsuccessful icebreaker — making off-putting jokes about her handcuffs. She said they built on her training at the academy, rather than telling her to disregard it.
That changed a couple weeks later when she and a high school football player tackled a shoplifting suspect in an Old Navy store KIRO video :. She said her favorite part of the job is its unpredictability — and being a guardian when called for. Officer Stephanie Schendel asks the Whole Foods employee what the shoplifters stole. On a recent night, one of her first stops is a burglary scene.
See a problem?
The driver turns out to be a recent arrival in the U. Schendel gave him a warning. Because the risk of driving code somewhere is really, really high. I wish I were kidding. We met Bellevue Officer Stephanie Schendel last year, as she made her way through the Washington state police academy.
Everything is about risk assessment. The resident tells her his rifle and pistol have been stolen.
Then, after all of that, on the way to jail, he sort of tried to flirt with me by asking me my age. We caught up with her again recently.
Her field training focused on "recognizing those threats and how to appropriately deal with those. This night was pretty calm — she joked that in her police car, she only sees perfect drivers. Schendel said her training with the Bellevue Police Department was more focused on cultivating a sense of authority.

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Here's what the album looks like.
Besides that, we'll have a hosting for video soon (thanks to our member d2k), and there will be 3 rare videos uploaded. So keep it in mind and stay tuned =))
UPDATE : New links for Lean on Me and Why. Here and here
Here's what the album looks like.
Lean on Me & GH E-Card
"Lean on Me" is leaked! Download. You can aslo download "Why?" in the album quality (here). In other news, recently was launched E-Card Greatest Hits web-page...
Sam`s projects & GH
thearmpit.net has posted some interest info about Sam:
Sam Rivers has been working with local bands from the Jacksonville, Florida area, which is limpbizkits hometown. Burn Season is the first band which Sam has worked with for quite some time now. Having known both Damien Starkey (Vocals) & Bobby Amaru (Drums) since they were both teenagers, Sam has been both a close friend & mentor to the band...
Also on limpbizkit.com is a new intro with Greatetst HitZ design, go and check it out.
The new song "Why" is leaked, you can download it here.
And Wes has published a new post on wesborland.net: "Earlier this month I played all the bass on the new 'From First To Last' record, and will be sitting in on bass for the Halloween show at the Wiltern in Los Angeles. If you are interested in going, tickets are close to selling out if they haven't already, so go get 'em. Hope to see you there...
Universial Music Germany has posted samples of Why and Lean On Me. Here's the links:
Limp Bizkit - Why (sample)
Limp Bizkit - Lean on Me (sample)
Cabbage patties =)
Amazon Germany says that Bittersweet Home single will be out on November 11th. It's aslo known as Home Sweet Home/Bittersweet Symphony in other countries.
Other news, Fred and Dallas visited Tony Hawk Foundation - "Stand Up For Skate Parks" action. You can see photos here. There's also a pair of big ones: Fred and Dallas & only Fred.
Bittersweet Home video
Retail version is leaked. Download it here (37 mb). This video include different events from limp bizkit life, concerts and nowdays.
Bittersweet home on the MTV
Today at 12:26 (German time) on the MTV Germany, in the Brand NEU (check the tracklist here) program, new video Limp Bizkit - Bittersweet home was shown. I haven't seen that by myself, but there's a lot of people who did. They say it's made from different footage, various concerts and RMV Bonus-DVD. I'm in shock myslef, going to search it now.
UPDATE : Here is a litle sample (11 mb).
Irresponsible Hate Anthem
In the last post I wrote about the release of the SAW II soundtrack. It hasn't come out yet, but has already been leaked. Wes appears there on only one track, with Danny Lohner, and that's a remix of Marilyn Manson's "Irresponsible Hate Anthem". Download here.
WES BLOCK =)
It has been announced the release date of the SAW II movie soundtrack which, as you remember, Wes has taken part in. It comes out in less than a week - 25th of October. While the movie itself comes out on the 28th (US date). You can read about this here in more details.
Besides that, Yamaha.com has posted information about their brand new guitar in which design Wes have taken hands on (thanks to thearmpit.net for the info). Here is it...
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By Marketing Charts
The pandemic has receded (or at least, concerns about it have) and been replaced by other societal concerns such as inflation, economic fragility, climate change, and war in the Ukraine. How has media consumption changed amid this landscape? The latest edition of Marketing Charts’ US Media Audience Demographics report [purchase page] shows that media reach has plateaued after gains made during
1. Media Reach Dips Span Digital & Traditional Media
After increases in media reach were registered during the pandemic, this past year’s data shows that those gains have subsided and been replaced by slips in reach across all media analyzed. This suggests that media consumption has reached something of a short-term plateau, but also that the broad shifts that occurred – likely as a result of the pandemic – have eased.
Indeed, only one medium saw a somewhat sizable change in reach in 2022 compared to a year earlier: although a majority of adults (52.7%) reported listening to internet radio in the Spring 2022 data, that was down from 58.8% a year earlier.
That decline is interesting in light of other audio-related formats. Offline radio remained relatively consistent at 91.3% reach (down slightly from 92.8%), while podcast listening was the most steady from the year earlier, almost flat at 22.7% of adults listening weekly (versus 22.9% the year earlier).
2. Hispanic Adults Less Tuned in to Traditional Media
Hispanic adults are consistently less likely to engage with traditional media than the general population, according to the report. While they’re close to the average in weekly use of offline radio and print newspapers, they under-index more heavily in traditional TV viewing (71% vs. the 76% average, and as seen in other research) and print magazine readership (46% vs. 52%).
By contrast, digital audio seems like a good bet for reaching Hispanic adults, who over-index in internet radio listening and are right at the average in podcast listening.
3. Affluents Sure Like Their Media
Across all of the digital and traditional media types analyzed, one thing was consistent: adults with household income of at least $100K were more likely than average to engage with the medium.
This was especially the case for certain digital media, with affluents being considerably more likely than the average to watch streaming/downloaded video, read digital periodicals/e-books, and listen to podcasts.
Article originally appeared on Marketing Charts.
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Nexo GEO S830: 8 Inch Vertical/Horizontal
Array Module [30 Degree]
The compact NEXO GEO S830 is a high-output array module intended for
horizontal tangent arrays or as a downfill element in curved (tangent)
vertical arrays to establish consistent SPL in all coverage areas. The
HRW™ allows the 30° S830 and 5° S805 to be coherently arrayed
GEO S Series loudspeakers ship with 120° dispersion (in the non-coupling
plane) Configurable Directivity Devices (CDD), but are field-changeable
to 80° CDDs. To maximize downfill coverage, CDFs are used on GEO S830s
for the bottom two rows of curved vertical arrays.
Nexo GEO S830
- Nexo GEO S830 can be deployed in horizontal or
vertical tangent arrays.
- High power, long excursion neodymium 8”
woofer delivers full range output from compact enclosures.
- Light weight (13kg per module including Array
Assembly System) allows GEO tangent arrays to be hung almost anywhere.
- When vertically arrayed, multiple Hyperboloid
Reflective Wavesources project tangent wavefronts from a common virtual
source for coherent output.
- Configurable Directivity Device allows dispersion
in the non-coupling plane to be changed from 80° to 120° through
bolt-on flanges that alter the flare of the diffraction slot’s
- Directivity Phase Device combines enhanced line
source coupling in vertical arrays with extended low frequency response.
- NS-1 array design software predicts vertical
tangent array performance for a wide range of venues.


DirectX 12 Explicit Multi-GPU Performance Review with Ashes of the Singularity
Published: 24th February 2016 | Source: Oxide Games | Price: |
1080p Testing with the GTX 960 + R9 380
The GTX 960 and the R9 380 are two GPUs that are very evenly matched, offering very similar performance in the majority of gaming titles. This makes these two GPUs a great choice for DX12 Explicit Multi-Adapter, as both of these GPUs should be able to keep up with each other under load.
When testing these two GPUs together we tested them with the R9 380 installed first, with it being used to power the screen and the opposite way around, with the configuration when the R9 380 was being used first being in purple, and the config where the GTX 960 was used first in white.
What we found when testing was that both of these GPUs scaled very well, offering very high levels of scaling, especially under high batch loads. These kind of scaling levels is something that we often only find in the best of AAA games, and even then that is with matching GPUs.
We have also found that what GPU is installed first and driving the monitor matters in a Explicit Multi-GPU configuration, with the configuration where the AMD GPU was powering the screen (the purple bar) performs better than the identical setup with the GPUs installed in the reverse order, showing that AMD may have the better drivers to cope with explicit Multi-GPU.
This result may be due to the fact that this is a bridge-less Multi-GPU configuration, as AMD have designed their recent GPUs to work in Crossfire configurations without a Crossfire Bridge, which is very similar to this Explicit Multi-GPU method with DirectX 12.


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In 2017, SPAR International granted a licence to Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL Group) to operate the SPAR Brand as SPAR Sri Lanka in a joint venture with the SPAR Group Ltd South Africa. SPAR Sri Lanka has announced plans to open 20 SPAR Supermarkets within a five-year period; combining both convenience and neighbourhood stores to meet market needs.
P.O. Box 380/3, Highleval Road,
10230 Sri Lanka Sri Lanka

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Guangzhou Aomi Water Purification System Manufacture Co., Ltd. has superior supply capacity of water treatment machine. We have a sound capacity management system that begins with a comprehensive assessment to accurately measure the current state and can quickly plan and implement capacity improvement efforts to influence our bottom line, top line, and key performance indicators. Customer demand volatility has real effects on our bottom lines. But whether the demands keep steady or suddenly spike, we have the ability to make sufficient quantities to meet these demands thanks to our capacity management system.
As an internationally famous brand, Aomi is committed to quality and service of reverse osmosis systems
. The Ultrafiltration system series is one of the main products of Aomi. The optimum quality and excellent performance makes the product the most sought-after product. Precise and high-end filter prevents particles, including bacteria, viruses into RO membrane. Investing in this product may seem like a costly investment at the moment, but in the long run, it is worth it. It can be used to increase production and save valuable time. Precise and high-end filter prevents particles, including bacteria, viruses into RO membrane.
We work closely with clients to find a perfect combination of products and services that provide a comprehensive balance of performance and pricing effectiveness.


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Lazaro // Selene
Lazaro's Selene is a one-of-a-kind sheath gown featuring a reverse applique bodice and form-fitting taffeta skirt. The reverse applique pattern in the bodice is echoed in the dramatic, long overskirt that finishes at the waist with a simple satin bow.
This is a total showstopper gown that nobody else will have, donated directly to us by our friends at Lazaro.
Original retail price was $7,590

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The FT reckons the Tories are eyeing up a shares sale of some of some of the UKFI Ltd portfolio, this follows Myners on the weekend claiming to Adam Boulton that the taxpayer was sitting on a little nest egg investment in the banking system. Perhaps, if you ignore the financial black hole that is Northern Crock.
Don’t get too excited. Moodys has just released research suggesting we will see further losses of around £130 billion from the loan books and securities portfolios of rated UK financial institutions. The UK economy is nowhere near out of the hole yet:
- We are in a fifth consecutive quarter of recession.
- Real GDP fell 0.8% quarter-on-quarter.
- Output has fallen 5.6% year-on-year, the worst since records began in 1955.
- The Bank of England base rate at 0.5%, is the lowest rate since the central bank was founded in 1694.
- The Old Lady has eased £125 billion of new electronic money into the economy to create a false market in government gilts.
- Nevertheless, the efforts thus far have met with little success: net bank lending to individuals fell to a fresh record low in June, net lending to U.K. businesses has slipped into negative territory in recent months, as repayments exceeded new loans. Sid is saving to pay down debt – unlike Gordon.
Guido’s advice to Sid: buy a little gold for insurance, invest in inflation linked securities and neither the great British pound or the U.S. dollar are great places to be. Pop one of Gordon’s happy pills, we ain’t out of it yet…


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Southwest High School to host blood drive Oct. 6
The Southwest High School Student Council and Community Blood Center of the Ozarks will sponsor a blood drive on Oct. 6. The event in the high school gymnasium starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 2 p.m. and appointments are strongly encouraged. The event is open to the public and students and staff. All donors will receive a Kansas City Chiefs T-shirt. For more information, contact Southwest High School at 417-826-5413.
Notice to Cassville class of 2016
Cassville High School will be purging the cumulative school records for the graduating class of 2016. People who would like to have their records must pick them up in person at Cassville High School between 8:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.† If unable to pick them up in person and someone else can do it with a signed, written request.
Breakfast fundraiser at Central Crossing Senior Center
The Central Crossing Senior Center will host a French toast breakfast on Saturday from 8-10 a.m. This fundraiser will feature French toast, bacon, sausage, fruit, juice and coffee for a free-will donation.†The†Central Crossing Senior Center is located at 20801 YY-15 just off Highway YY in Shell Knob. Donations will be used for services for seniors. For additional information about the Center, people may call 417-858-6952 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or check out offerings any time at www.shellknobseniorsinc.org.
Republican Club to meet
The Barry County Republican Club will meet on Thursday at Steak Inn in Shell Knob at 6:30 p.m.
Bluegrass at Roaring River each Friday
Bluegrass music will be held at Roaring River State Park every Friday through Sept. 24, and on Saturdays through Sept. 25. Bands playing at the shelter include: The Flyin Buzzards, Sugar Mountain Band, The Mayfields, Ozark Mt. Five, No Apparent Reason, Spillwater Drive, Ozark Mt. Revival, Red Bridge Bluegrass, The Bakers & Friends, and the Possum Trot Band. Admission is free and the music goes from 7-9 p.m.
Old Church Gallery Farmersí Market open
The Old Church Gallery Farmersí Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m. The Market offers fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, baked goods, cut flowers and handmade crafts. Visitors are asked to please follow the health guidelines and wear face coverings and practice 6-foot physical distancing while shopping. Old Church Gallery is located on Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob and can be reached at 417-858-2510.
Seligman dances ongoing each Saturday
The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. For more information, people may call 417-662-3612.


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Meet my beautiful girl, Lucy! Her story isn’t your “typical” rescue story, but she needed to be rescued from her situation through no fault of her own. She was born to a breeder and she had the oddly uncommon disease called puppy strangles. It is a type of cellulitis, an infection that affects the eyes, lips and muzzle.
The breeder could not sell her, so she was going to “get rid of her.”
Too many times, if these loving little fluff balls have anything that decreases their monetary value for a breeder, the end result is cruel.
I had just lost my 5 year old chocolate lab rescue to cancer and wanted to rescue again. I came across Lucy by way of a contact who had known of this breeder and Lucy’s situation. She was just 8 weeks old when I made the journey to upstate NY to see her. I honestly didn’t know what to expect, but as soon as I saw her, the connection between the two of us was instant. Right at that moment, I knew I was not leaving without her.
Since that day, Lucy has lived a healthy, happy and amazing life! She stole my heart the moment I met her and has been my best friend and loyal companion ever since.
Dogs need us to be their voice, their advocates and they need us to be the difference between life and death.
Rescue, Adopt, Foster, Transport, Volunteer, Educate, and Care!

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Last week, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney made wearing masks mandatory in all indoor places and outside for gatherings of people not living in the same household. Pennsylvania Health Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine ordered the same on Wednesday.
In accordance with these mandates and following a trend we’ve seen in other parts of the country, entrepreneurs Ben Waxman of A. Waxman & Company, LLC and Nathaniel Parks of Print for Progress think refurbished vending machines could become valuable tools in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic in Philadelphia: Earlier this week, the entrepreneurs announced the launch of Philly PPE to sell personal protective equipment like masks for $1 each and disinfecting wipes out of centrally located vending machines that once sold snacks.
The machines are being sourced from several vending supply companies mostly based in the United States’ Northeast region, Waxman said. With a leasing agreement, the machines will be provided at no cost to private locations like hotels, hospitals and residential buildings, and each sponsoring location can receive up to 10% of each machine’s revenue.
In their full-time occupations, Waxman manages political communications and Parks’ business provides campaigns with promotional materials and resources. Parks’ recent experience of figuring out how to provide PPE to the people within the political campaigns he works with gave him the insight needed to create a stable supply chain.
“I spent months trying to secure face masks, sanitizer and other items for several political campaigns and realized how difficult it can be to find a reliable supply of PPE,” he said.
Right now, most of Philly PPE’s supply comes from China, but the team is looking to expand their supplier list “based on product availability and demand,” Waxman said.
Giving people access to masks throughout the city is key to preventing infections, said Waxman, who believes focusing on people having any sort of masks matters more than how sophisticated their masks are.
“Making sure you have masks at a very low price point, starting one dollar at the most and not being fancy or extremely expensive [is important]. The science says wearing a basic cloth masks has a high success rate.”
RapidMask2Go is another startup selling masks in vending machines and started service Tuesday afternoon in Suburban Station. That company’s masks start at $3, marking a two-dollar difference from the starting price of masks in Philly PPE machines.
Using refurbished vending machines will help keep operating costs down and allow Waxman and Parks to install more vending machines at a faster rate to meet what they anticipate to be a rising demand.
As a private business with no government or nonprofit funding, Waxman and Parks are open to collaboration with those types of entities, but for now, they are enjoying the flexibility to move quicker with their work and believe working with private locations helps them do so. The partners currently own 100% of the company and have not taken on any investors.
While the Centers for Disease Control and World Health Organization suggest wearing masks, many Americans are still on the fence — some for political reasons. Waxman says that wearing masks has become political because of President Donald Trump’s refusal to wear them and his minimization of a pandemic that has already taken more than 500,000 lives worldwide.
“I think what we unfortunately have is a really, really irresponsible person in the White House who is trying to politicize masks,” Waxman said. “It’s the most absurd thing I’ve ever seen in my lifetime of working in politics and government. We’re lucky in Philly to have leaders like Kenney and [Pennsylvania Gov.] Tom Wolf take science seriously and encourage people to wear masks. It boils down to having responsible leadership in the city and state level.”
Philly PPE will have its first demonstration of its vending machines on July 16 in South Philadelphia. The location of the first machine will be revealed just before that date.Michael Butler is a 2020-2022 corps member for Report for America, an initiative of The Groundtruth Project that pairs young journalists with local newsrooms. This position is supported by the Lenfest Institute for Journalism.
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Sun sets on holiest day of India's Kumbh Mela
The main day of bathing has been held at India's Kumbh Mela, with millions of pilgrims already taking a dip at the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna.
Hindus believe a festival dip at Sangam - where the rivers meet - will cleanse sins and help bring salvation.
The BBC's Sanjoy Majumder visited the scene as the sun set on Sunday.
10 Feb 2013
- From the section Asia


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Steven Johnson, in Beyond the Bitcoin Bubble:
The true believers behind blockchain platforms like Ethereum argue that a network of distributed trust is one of those advances in software architecture that will prove, in the long run, to have historic significance.
I'm very late to the game in reading Johnson's piece in the NYT. I've had it stored in Pocket for far too long. I'm glad I took the time this morning while drinking my coffee to read it. It is very good. It includes many things I think about most; the open web, how tech giants are so important in what the future will look like, and what we can do to mitigate the downsides of them owning the future.
I've been buying BTC lately. Partly because the price is rather low at the moment but also partly because I have a completely different goal in 2019. I'm not prospecting. If my wallet's value appreciates, excellent. If it doesn't, I don't care. My goal in 2019 is to use crypto currency (likely Bitcoin or Ether?) to pay for some every day mundane things. My goal is to transact the equivalent of around $10,000 USD in some form of crypto during the course of the year. That could be accepting crypto or spending crypto. It is my hope that by not being a hodlr, and also not trying to get rich, that I will help the crypto financial ecosystem in some small way.
Going back to Johnson's piece. He writes a lot about the open web and the open protocols that are in place and how on top of those certain companies own things like our identity. He doesn't quite go so far as to mention the Building Blocks of the indie web but I wish he had. But I think we're starting to see decentralization on many fronts happen. I think 2018 was a big year for this and I think the shift is only going go accelerate.
I'm not going to make any predictions specifically for 2019 since I believe it will take longer than that. However, with blogging being easier than ever, with Mastodon and indie web protocols, and Solid and many other projects happening - I think we'll start to see the power of Facebook and Google splinter. Even if it only splinters a little it will be a good thing for the open web.
My indie web goal is to bring my personal site a little more inline with indie web principles. As you long time readers will know, supporting the indie web exhausted me. I gave up. It was too hard. But, the beginning of such things is hard and I should buck up and figure it out. If I do and somehow help make it easier for the next person the web will be a better place.
I recommend reading Johnson's entire piece.

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Even in the midst of a pandemic, the good work of serving the less fortunate continues!
The Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation, in Partnership with the Almonte Civitan Club, and Carebridge Corporation, proudly announce the launch of the 2020 Christmas Food Hamper Program!
For many years this community has supported efforts to assist neighbours in need at Christmas time. Sadly, the “season of Joy” is anything but joyous to those members of our community who struggle financially. 2020 has been a difficult year for all of us. Job insecurity, fears and anxiety caused by the Covid-19 virus, have added even more burdens to many of our less fortunate neighbours. With the co-operation of The Carebridge organization, the Lions and the Civitans will distribute generous food hampers to those who have registered for support. Families requesting a Food Hamper, are required to call Lisa Ryan at Carebridge (613-256-1031) to register a request. Each family will receive a generous hamper of grocery items including all of the items for a traditional Christmas dinner, plus many other healthy, and essential staples. These hampers will hopefully provide some relief from the financial strain of the season, and allow our neighbours to enjoy the holiday season more fully. As a non-profit charity, we depend entirely on donations to fund this project. (CRA # BN 890305444 RR0001)
We count on the generosity of the community to support this effort of care and compassion to our neighbours and friends. Please consider making a financial contribution toward the 2020 Christmas Hamper Program. Donations may be mailed to the Almonte Lions Club Charitable Foundation, PO Box 1226, Almonte, Ont. K0A 1A0. On line donations can be made via the Almonte Lions Club facebook page: facebook.com/almontelionsclub (click on the “learn more” box and follow the prompts. Charitable Receipts will be issued for all donations.
“Cashier Ask Day” Saturday November 21th at Patrice’s YIG. In support of this project, Patrice’s, our local grocery store, will conduct a “cashier ask” day this Saturday soliciting donations to this project as you shop. Lions club members will be present to answer any questions you may have.
Balancing the “abundance of care” required in this pandemic, with the “abundance of love” required by this project, we reaffirm our pledge to serve our neediest citizens. If ever there was a year when a tangible demonstration of neighbourly love was required, it is this year! If you can assist, we will gratefully receive your donation.
Lions and Civitans “TOGETHER, IN SERVICE TO OTHERS”

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Once more with the Mod Jazz already. We may be stretching the title concepts a bit, but this is the genre that won’t lie down. We have lashings of Hammond, smoky sax and solid beats for the feet, the very essence of this series. This latest issue is right up there with the best.
The unlikely form of Mr Mac Rebennack, aka hippy, blues brother Dr John, starts us on these adventures with an organ-based mover called ‘The Point’. Similar instrumentation can be found on the next tracks by Leo’s Five and Bro Jack McDuff, before we switch to cool blues from the great Albert King who swings like a pollster at election time on ‘C. O. D.’. LA keyboardist Hank Jacobs takes us on a soul instrumental diversion, aided and abetted by the brilliant arranger Arthur Wright.
West Coast producer Kent Harris unearthed a superlative version of the jazz classic ‘Walk Tall’, thought to be by Michelle Harris-Spivey, but sounding so fantastic that I can’t believe this does not conceal a more established artist. Another jazzy vocal and arrangement comes from 1950s LA, R&B bandleader Chuck Higgins on a big brassy version of ‘All Around The World’ aka ‘Grits Ain’t Groceries’.
Fortuitously the Ike Turner and the Ikettes Modern tapes turned up a couple of gems: a fabulous jazz/blues work out that we named ‘Daddy’s Blues’ and a studio jam for ‘Camel Walk’ not used on the Ikettes 45. We’re happy to liberate them both here for your delectation.
Bobby Donaldson’s ‘Bash Dance’ is probably as mainstream as we ever get. That’s not at all surprising, as label owner Al Sears came from that jazz world. We have added the introductory title announcement that fell off the issued 45 mix; it will undoubtedly enrich your life.
Brother Miles Grayson leads us onto a Latin curve with his ‘Sweet Bread’, LA’s attempt at out-selling those NYC watermelons. More sensual Latin vibes (literally) come from the groovily named Richie & The PS 54 School Yard and then the Afro Blues Quintet do what it says on the can to Clarence Paul’s ‘La, La, La, La, La’.
A sideways shuffle brings in soul singers Dee Clark and Jerry Butler with album tracks that show us they were indeed multi-talented vocalists and also serve to remind us that Vee-Jay had a big jazz catalogue too.
We have been lucky enough to get in touch with the Flodavieur Polk that Daddy Dave Polk named his label after. Though we were chasing some Northern gold from her very obscure indie label, we found this short but sassy side, ‘Play It Cool’, from the undeniably hip Billy Larkin.
Memphis combo the Merits cut the atmospheric and exotic ‘Arabian Jerk’ for Goldwax’s subsidiary Bandstand; more of a cool groove than a jazz jam. The same is true of old Kent LP favourite Booker T Averhart, a Texan instrumentalist whose career spanned many years, whereas George Braith’s preference for cantaloupes to the aforementioned watermelons is strictly a jazz thang. There are several more pounds of atmosphere from the much-loved jazzster Googie Rene and his combo on a laid-back, but very worthy ‘Soul Zone 65’. Richard Berry is so far on the R&B side of things that some may even question his jazz credentials; our only possible response to that is; never mind the genre, feel that dancebeat. This is Kent country after all.
And finally: what a way to see out a jazz party with a moody Memphis soul instrumental groove, punctuated by the sound of retching. Let those among us without sin cast the first stone. Quite frankly, I’m feeling safe and sound.
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The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded a five-year, $21.5 million contract to Meggitt Safety Systems to provide two-seat canopy actuators for the F-16 jets of the U.S. Air Force and foreign military customers.
DLA’s aviation unit received two bids for the firm-fixed-price contract through a competitive acquisition process and will obligate fiscal year 2016 through fiscal 2021 defense working capital and foreign military sales funds at the time of award, the Defense Department said Tuesday.
Meggitt will perform work at a company facility in California through June 6, 2021.
The F-16 Fighting Falcon, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, is designed to perform air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack functions during various military operations, including suppression of enemy air defense, offensive and defensive counter air, forward air controller and close air support missions.
Simi Valley, California-based Meggitt builds fire protection and safety systems for integration into aircraft, space vehicles, boats, trains, missiles and industrial and energy platforms.


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Lady Mary is set to marry Matthew Crawley (a distant cousin!) in season three of Downton Abbey, which premieres tonight on PBS. The bride's wedding ensemble, which was crafted by the show's costume designer, Caroline McCall, and includes a 45-carat floral diamond tiara valued at $200,000, is the most show's expensive costume to date! In addition to the tiara, from U.K. jeweler Bentley & Skinner, the bride will wear a long-sleeve wedding gown featuring rice pearls and Swarovski crystals and a vintage veil. Check it out.
"I wanted her wedding dress to have a bit of softness," said Caroline. "I wanted her to look really romantic, really elegant."
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They say that home is where the heart is, and the heart of the home is the kitchen. This is where excellent, nourishing food is prepared. And whether you’re a first-rate chef or the average foodie, you’ll need to have the right tools to cook your food. One of the most important kitchen tool is the knife (or knife set); without it, you can’t remove fat from meat, cut vegetables or fruits, or slice bread. But finding the perfect knife for your kitchen doesn’t have to be rocket science.
The Chef’s Knife
This is one of the most important knives in your kitchen arsenal. It’s a long, thick blade and should feel comfortable in your hand when you use it. It’s used to slice, dice, chop, and mince products like vegetables, meats, and fish.
The best chef’s knife that you can find at Cut It Fine will be one made of high-carbon stainless steel, which gives it strength, excellent edge retention, and prevents rusting. They’re available in different lengths, but an 8-inch chef’s knife is ideal for home kitchen use.
The Paring Knife
This is a small bladed knife, usually 3 or 4 inches in length. You’ll use this knife for delicate slicing or dicing work when the chef’s knife is just too much blade. Don’t underestimate how much you’ll use this knife, and make sure you get a high-quality blade.
Bread (or Serrated) Knife
A bread knife is usually 8-inches long and has curved serrations, but it’s not just for bread. You can use a bread knife for tough-skinned things like tomatoes and eggplant, but it’s also effective for fruits and veggies with tough rinds like pineapple or melons. The edges are also perfect for slicing through bread without smashing them. Though you can’t sharpen a bread knife like you can other blades, a professional knife sharpener can do the job for you.
A utility knife can take on some of the duties of a paring knife, but it’s ideal for everyday use. It’s usually 5 or 6 inches long and can have either a straight or serrated edge.
If you buy all your meat products ready-to-use, you probably will never use a boning knife. But, it’s perfect if you hunt and butcher your kills, because it allows you to slice meat from the bones. It also works great for cleaning and fileting fish, so if you have a fisherman in your home, you’re going to need a boning knife, usually around 5 inches long.
This is generally used for slicing things like roasts into thin pieces. They’re usually 8 to 12 inches long and can come with either a round or pointed tip. A sharp slicing knife will let you cut pretty, even slices of cake, too.
The Filet Knife
This thin, flexible-bladed knife is similar to a boning knife, but it’s used for removing thick filets from fish. But, it’s also useful for removing the skin from other meats as well as veggies.
What’s in a Knife?
Knives are made from different materials, so it’s important to know what you’re looking at when you shop for new knives. Materials also range in price, so you’ll need to understand this when you’re searching for a knife.
This material offers a thinner blade but is more brittle than other metals and is prone to rust and discoloration. You’ll have to clean and lubricate the knife after each use, and it will still take on a darker color with age (called patina).
This is an alloy made of iron, chromium, and other metals with a very low amount of carbon. They’re not prone to rusting or patina, but you can’t get quite as sharp an edge with stainless as you can with carbon steel blades. However, they can be inexpensive and make a good starter knife.
High-Carbon Stainless Steel
As the name implies, they have more carbon in the mixture than regular stainless blades. They can hold an edge for a long time and sharpen quickly and easily. Though they can rust, it takes quite a lot of abuse for a high-carbon blade to rust. These are probably the best overall kitchen knives.
This is a light-weight material that is truly hard. A ceramic blade will hold an edge longer than the others. You can’t sharpen them at home because they are so hard, so keep that in mind. But it also won’t discolor or add an odd taste to any of the food it’s used on.
No matter what kind of kitchen knives you ultimately decide on, it’s important to keep them clean and sharp. Whether you’re a top-level chef or just a family cook, your knives are one of the most important tools you’ll ever own. When searching for the perfect kitchen knife, make sure it’s balanced in your hand and will fit all your cooking needs.

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How to Offer Your Employees an Affordable 401k Plan (It’s Possible)
A 401(k) may be the biggest hiring and retention feature a company can employ. As a business, sponsoring a retirement plan can be challenging as it often creates an administrative burden to you, increases your fiduciary risk and can be extremely costly. So how do you overcome all these concerns and take advantage of all the hiring and retention benefits? This webinar will guide you through SC&RA’s new Retirement Solution Affinity Program available exclusively to SC&RA members. In this webinar, attendees will learn:
- Benefits of using the SC&RA Retirement Solution Program;
- How the program mitigates and transfers fiduciary risks FROM you, offering you the highest degree of protection in the industry;
- How to sign up and start saving.
Company owners and operators are encouraged to attend, as well as human resource professionals.
Speakers: Dean J. DiGregorio, AIF, Partner and Chris Connelly, AIF, Partner of One Retirement Source
Dean DiGregorio, AIF® is dedicated to helping business owners & plan sponsors in New England run their company sponsored retirement plan and educating their employees.
Unlike other firms that focus on wealth management, Dean founded One Retirement Source to solely focus on the employer sponsored retirement plan. A 3-Core Service Model of plan design consulting, fiduciary analysis / investment due diligence and employee education all coming from one source is what differentiates One Retirement Source from their competitors, thus the name, One Retirement Source.
Retirement plan knowledge and great communication skills are just some of the attributes that have been commended by Dean's clients over the past 18 years. Dean began his career as a financial advisor for KC Capital Management assisting small business owners and plan sponsors with their company retirement plan. Then he worked at Principal Financial Group educating individual plan participants on the benefits of their retirement plan. Having worked on both the financial advisor side and plan provider side is how he accumulated his vast knowledge of the retirement plan industry.
Dean has achieved the Fi360® Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) designation, which certifies a designee's specialized knowledge of fiduciary standards of care and their application to the investment management process.
He is a Westfield State University graduate and was the starting Quarterback for the Westfield State Owls varsity football team from 1997-1999.
Dean grew up in Melrose, MA and currently resides in the Merrimack Valley area with his amazing wife Tonya along with their two kids, Brock & Gia. Away from the office Dean loves coaching youth sports, golfing and spending time with his big Italian family.
Chris Connelly, AIF® has a passion for helping business owners and plan sponsors run their company sponsored retirement plan.
Chris possesses a thorough knowledge of the retirement plan industry. He has spent the majority of his career with leading retirement plan providers, including Fidelity, Putnam, Principal Financial Group and most recently Transamerica. Chris has the unique experience of working on a range of Retirement Plan arrangements and types, servicing and consulting with Defined Contribution Plans (401k & 403b), Cash Balance Plans, Defined Benefit/Pension Plans, Employer Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP's) and Multi-Employer Plans (MEP’s).
Plan design, provider capabilities & pricing, plan investment analysis and participant education are just a few of the areas in which Chris excels. Chris began his career at Fidelity, then had the unique opportunity to deliver participant education for Putnam conducting group and 1-on-1 education meetings nationwide. He then moved to Principal Financial Group as a Retirement Plan Relationship Manager helping plan sponsors achieve successful outcomes for their plan participants. He then transitioned to Retirement Plan Sales for Principal in northern New England before moving over to Transamerica, where he served as Regional Vice President in eastern Massachusetts.
Chris is a Holy Cross College graduate and recently achieved the Fi360® Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®) designation, which certifies a designee's specialized knowledge of fiduciary standards of care and their application to the investment management process.
Chris resides in Wilmington, MA with his wife Tracy and their daughter Claire. If Chris is not in the office you can find him cheering on Claire at her swim meets, golfing, or vacationing with his family in Maine.


The Centre has notified the appointment of two advocates as Judges of the Delhi High Court.
The notification issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice, said, “In exercise of the power conferred by clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint S/Shri (i) Jasmeet Singh and (ii) Amit Bansal, to be Judges of the Delhi High Court, in that order of seniority, with effect from the date they assume charge of their respective offices.”
The Supreme Court Collegium in its meeting dated 17th August 2020, had approved the names of six advocates for appointment as Judges of the Delhi High Court, including the names of two approved by the Centre today.
The Centre has also cleared the names of Shri (i) Murali Purushothaman (ii) Ziyad Rahman Alevakkatt Abdul Rahiman (iii) Karunakaran Babu and (iv) Dr. Kauser Edappagath, to be Additional Judges of the Kerala High Court.
It has also notified the name of Additional Judges of the Karnataka High Court to be appointed as the Judges of Karnataka High Court.
“In exercise of the power conferred by clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution of India, the President is pleased to appoint S/Shri Justices (1) Singapuram Raghavachar Krishna Kumar (2) Ashok Subhashchandra Kinagi (3) Suraj Govindaraj and (4) Sachin Shankar Magadum, Additional Judges of the Karnataka High Court, to be Judges of the Karnataka High Court with effect from the date they assume charge of their respective offices,” said the Notification issued by the Ministry of Law and Justice.
The Supreme Court collegium consists of five-members headed by the Chief Justice of India Sharad Arvind Bobde. Apart from him Justices N.V. Ramana, Rohinton Fali Nariman, Uday Umesh Lalit and Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar are in the Collegium.Orders-of-appointment-of-Shri-Z-R-A-A-Rahiman-and-03-others-to-be-Addl.-Judges-of-Kerala-HC-22.02.2021-1


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Vegan Fat-Free Cauliflower Mac 'n' Cheese
Everybody loves Mac N Cheese... it's a fact. And if you don't, then you're just lying to yourself. It's a cheesy childhood classic that we all grew up with. Whether it came from a box (like mine), or from your Mom's cookbook, it was always something we were excited to dig into. Now after a few quick online articles about nutrition, it's pretty clear that the traditional Mac N Cheese is not very healthy for you (or your waistline, the animals, or the environment). So I did some playing around with a few simple ingredients and came up with a MINDBLOWING, savory, gooey recipe that will make you want to grab seconds...and thirds... and fourths if you're anything like me. Luckily you can have as many servings as your little kid heart desires because this sauce is made from a unlikely childhood not-so-favorite vegetables.... cauliflower. What???! Tastes good and healthy too???!!! Whether you're trying to get the kids to eat their veggies or just throwing some lunch together with a time limit, this is a recipe for you. I really hope you enjoy this and please show me your beautiful creations on Instagram by tagging me at #veganyasmeen and @veganyasmeen !
- 4 cups elbow macaroni or your pasta of choice
- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped
- 1 large carrots, peeled and chopped (or 1/2 cup of baby carrots)
- ½ cup+ nutritional yeast
- unsweetened mylk of choice; as needed
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp onion powder ½
- tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- black pepper to taste
- smoked paprika to taste (optional) bread crumbs of choice (optional)
1. Fill a large pot with water, and bring to a boil. Add in the chopped cauliflower and carrots. Cook for 5-10 min, or until softened. Drain, and add to a food processor or high speed blender.
4. Meanwhile, cook and drain your pasta as per package instructions and preheat oven to 375° F (OPTIONAL)
3. Add in spices, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and mylk into your blender and blend until smooth and thick (think Mac n cheese consistency). Adjust and season to taste.
4. Add in macaroni and cheese sauce back into pot and mix together until combined. Oh yes, don't forget to appreciate that mac n cheese porn sound. 😂😂😂
5. (OPTIONAL) Transfer to an oven safe dish, sprinkle with bread crumbs, and bake for 10-15 min or until golden brown and crunchy on the top. Feel free to skip this step all together but I love the added texture.
6. Plate and Enjoy! xx


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9/14/15- Why is Comedian Chris Paul blaming Drake for Serena’s lost at the US Open? And was Chris Brown’s urine a little smokey at his latest court hearing? Click the link above to hear the funny!
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Technology Century, a science and technology news website published by the Engineering Society of Detroit, reported on Assistant Professor Nina Mahmoudian’s (ME-EM) NSF CAREER Award.
The Michigan Tech SAE Formula Car Team finished 23rd out of 110 teams at the 2015 Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) National Competition at the Michigan International Speedway, Brooklyn, MI, May 13-16, 2015. They took 25th in Acceleration, 26th in Endurance, 31st in Design, and 31st in Business Presentation. They also won the 2015 Mac-Lean Fog Fastening Challenge earning them a trophy and $1000.
The faculty advisor is Dr. Jim DeClerck.
Science 360, a science news website published daily by the National Science Foundation (NSF), featured the 3D bioprinting research of Assistant Professors Tolou Shokuhfar (ME-EM) and Associate Professor Reza Shahbazian-Yassar (ME-EM) as its top story on May 12. Technology Century, also reported on the 3D bioprinting work.
Professor Rush Robinett (ME-EM) has received the Outstanding Aerospace Engineer award from the Texas A&M University Department of Aerospace Engineering’s Aerospace Alumni Academy. Robinett is the Richard and Elizabeth Henes Chair Professor in Mechanical Engineering and co-director of the Agile & Interconnected Microgrids Center at Michigan Tech. He was honored with the award at the Aerospace Engineering Annual Awards Banquet on May 7 at Texas A&M, College Station, Texas.
Technology Century, a news service published by the Engineering Society of Detroit, featured an article about Michigan Tech’s senior design team that won the annual Air Force Research Lab University Design Challenge.
The Irish Times published a feature article about Michigan Tech alumnus Korey Kierpert, the engineer who built Europe’s largest inverted wooden roller coaster, scheduled to open this summer at Tayto Park in Ireland. See a previous article from ME-EM 2006 News
First-year mechanical engineering student Lily Kraft was featured in the Gannett Media report on Academic All-Stars from Central Wisconsin.
Ezra Bar-Ziv (MEEM/APSRC) has received $80,000 from Battelle Energy Alliance for a year-long research and development project titled “Rapid Screening with Paddle Fast Pyrolysis Systems.”
Gordon Parker, the John and Cathi Drake Chair Professor in Mechanical Engineering-Engineering Mechanics, has been elected a Fellow of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Parker is being honored as a recognized international leader in control system design research in a variety of mobility-related applications, from diesel engine exhaust aftertreatment to satellite formation flying. He will be honored during the SAE 2014 World Congress and Exhibition in Detroit on April 20, 2015.
Assistant Professor Ossama Abdelkhalik (MEEM), Associate Professor Nilufer Onder (CS) and Hui Meen Nyew who graduated with a CS PhD in summer 2014 published a paper titled, “Structured-Chromosome Evolutionary Algorithms for Variable-Size Autonomous Interplanetary Trajectory Planning Optimization,” in the AIAA Journal of Aerospace Information Systems (pre-print doi: http://arc.aiaa.org/doi/abs/10.2514/1.I010272). The paper describes a new technique to represent and search for optimal solutions that are organized in sections.
Dr. James De Clerck who has been selected as a 2014 SAE Outstanding Faculty Advisors Program for Student Branch and Collegiate Design Series Team Advisors. In the announcement they said “This award recognizes your dedication and contributions to SAE and your Collegiate Chapter. Jim is the faculty advisor for the SAE FormulaCar Enterprise Team.
Gregory Odegard (MEEM/MuSTI) has received $10,000 from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for a three-year project titled “Center for Novel High Voltage/Temperature Materials and Structures.”
Tolou Shokuhfar (MEEM/MuSTI) has received $32,121 from the University of Illinois–Chicago for the research and development project “In Situ Liquid Microscopy of Fiber-Fluid Interactions.”
The DELSYS website, which features news about wearable senses for movement sciences, reported on Assistant Professor Mo Rastgaar’s (MEEM) work on a powered ankle-foot prosthesis that simulates natural foot and ankle movement for amputees. See the website.
PhD student Mehdi Mortazavi (ME) published an article, “Two-phase flow pressure drop in flow channels of proton exchange membrane fuel cells: review of experimental approaches,” in Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews.
Professor Gregory Odegard (MEEM/MuSTI) has received $40,000 from the Colorado Seminary (owns and operates the University of Denver) for a one-year research project titled “Center for Novel High Voltage/Temperature Materials and Structures.”


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He said that the doors will be open for every single citizen of Wayanad, regardless of their age,
Sushma Swaraj gives a swift reply to a Twitterati for comparing her sense of humour with that of
On December 7, the ED had raided several of Vadra's properties in Delhi-NCR and Bengaluru.
Lal Dungri (translated as Red Onion) is expected to bring good omen for the country.
"The budget discussion and debate lit up the world with more than 1.4 million tweets generated,"
Late Assamese singer Bhupen Hazarika and late social activist Nanaji Deshmukh were also declared as
The Chief Minister said the Congress' performance showed that the party was on an upswing across
TDP and Congress are contesting the December seven polls in Telangana as part of the "grand
Just before Sidhu attacked PM Modi, Raj Babbar made personal comments on the Prime Minister.
On Friday also, the grand-old party chief Rahul Gandhi said that the CBI had aided liquor baron
MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar confirmed that the ministry did not receive any formal request for
Meanwhile, launching a scathing attack on Congress president Rahul Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief
The UP CM gave the reason that if institutions like Banaras Hindu University (BHU) could give
Vajpayee, 93, was admitted to AIIMS on Monday for examination. It triggered VIP visits including
Rahul Gandhi claimed that under the Narendra Modi government, people's right to free speech was


HYUNDAI has released more details of its new i30 medium sized model before its debut at the Geneva Motor Show.
The new i30 will feature a new design, advanced connectivity features and offer an electrified 48-volt mild hybrid option, resulting in increased fuel efficiency.
Hyundai is also updating the hot i30 N Line range. The i30 N-inspired design features will continue to be available on the i30 hatchback and fastback models.
The new i30's exterior design has a wider-looking, more modern stance. A wider grille features an accentuated 3D pattern that emphasises the appearance of the car.
New, slimmer headlamps with optional multifaceted reflector MFR LED technology and new V-shaped signature LED daytime running lights complete the renewed front end design.
At the rear, the new i30 five-door is enhanced with a new bumper design, which Hyundai says was developed to improve aerodynamic performance. The LED rear combination lamps create a V-shape for a symmetrical effect between the front and the back.
The new i30 also come with redesigned diamond-cut 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels while the N Line models also come with more aggressive designs including ‘floating' wings which improve aerodynamic performance.
The rear bumper of the N Line has been completely reworked and now features a wider diffuser while repositioned fog lights focus the visual centre of gravity closer to the ground.
All the new i30s feature state-of-the-art connectivity with a new seven-inch digital cluster and a new 10.25-inch navigation touchscreen
Wireless phone mirroring will be introduced, meaning users do not require a cable to connect their phone. Similarly, the new i30 offers wireless phone charging.
The car is fitted with Bluelink and the Hyundai LIVE Service which includes real-time TomTom traffic data as well as equipment to help locate the vehicle and remotely control the locks.
Safety features include a lane following assistance system and a rear collision avoidance set up as well as blind spot detection.
On the performance front Hyundai says the new 1.0-litre T-GDI petrol engine with 120ps will be available with a new seven-speed dual clutch transmission as well as the previously-available six-speed manual transmission.
The engine will also be available with 48-volt Mild Hybrid technology for better fuel efficiency and for the first time.
A 1.6-litre diesel engine with136ps will come with a 48V mild hybrid system as standard and will be available with either manual or automatic transmissions.
The N Line model will feature a new 1.5-litre T-GDI engine developing 160ps which also uses a 48-volt mild-hybrid system.
Performance data and prices for the new i30 line up are still to be announced.
The new i30 will have its debut at the Geneva show on Tuesday, March 3.


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For a tangible sign that the Chinese economy is deteriorating faster than acknowledged by the authorities, we need look no further than the rise of social unrest. In 2015 (until end-November), there were 2,354 “incidents” recorded – up from 1,200 in 2014.
This might explain the authorities’ nervousness, as expressed through a clampdown on dissent, the rough treatment of most foreign direct investors or “bizarre” occurrences like the detention of Mr. Guo (a renowned Chinese tycoon). As the economy decelerates further and the additional reduction in growth begins to affect unemployment, the feedback loop of rising social unrest threatening social stability will gain in intensity.
WELLNESS EDITION: …But The Wellness Market Should Boom
Thierry Malleret, economist and founder, Monthly Barometer
A possible hard landing of the Chinese economy doesn’t have to be negative for the wellness market in China. It might even, in some respects, have a positive effect. The point we’ve made about the rising middle class kicking off the consumption of wellness finds an echo in the jogging craze currently engulfing the country.
In the words of a Chinese lawyer and runner: “For 30 years, people have really been motivated by greed and money; they haven’t looked at how to live a more meaningful life… Now running is the new religion of the Chinese middle class”. There is no doubt that running is at the top of the wellness iceberg.
In the coming years, the wellness theme and the consumption of wellness goods and services will boom in China, spurred by the combination of a large, emerging middle class and the reality of a dramatically “unwell,” polluted, physical environment.


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So you’re searching for a tax accountant! Perhaps, you feel uneasy to handle your tax affairs. Maybe, you’re out of time to file your taxes. No matter the reason, an ideal tax consultant or accountant in Australia can let you get through tax affairs like a breeze. Also, he could save you a great deal of tax through his valuable advice. This is why many folks hire a tax consultant. However, the main issue is how to hire a personal tax accountant in Sydney where you could rely on.
Tips to hire a tax expert
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Advisory Opinion 58
Parties: Otto Belvedere and City of Payson
Issued: December 4, 2008
Exactions on Development
Requirements Imposed On Development
Review of Warranty Work
Local governments may require performance bonds to guarantee completion of improvements, and they may also require warranty bonds to guarantee new construction.
The Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman makes every effort to ensure that the legal analysis of each Advisory Opinion is based on a correct application of statutes and cases in existence when the Opinion was prepared. Over time, however, the analysis of an Advisory Opinion may be altered because of statutory changes or new interpretations issued by appellate courts. Readers should be advised that Advisory Opinions provide general guidance and information on legal protections afforded to private property, but an Opinion should not be considered legal advice. Specific questions should be directed to an attorney to be analyzed according to current laws.
Performance Guarantee Requirement for Non-public Amenities
Advisory Opinion Requested by:
Local Government Entity:
Senior Housing Development
December 4, 2008
Opinion Authored By:
Elliot R. Lawrence, Attorney,
Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman
May a local government require a performance bond or other security on amenities that are not dedicated to the public?
Summary of Advisory Opinion
A request for an advisory opinion may be filed at any time prior to the rendering of a final decision by a local land use appeal authority under the provisions of Utah Code Ann. § 13-43-205. The opinion is meant to provide an early review, before any duty to exhaust administrative remedies, of significant land use questions so that those involved in a land use application or other specific land use disputes can have an independent review of an issue. It is hoped that such a review can help the parties avoid litigation, resolve differences in a fair and neutral forum, and understand the relevant law. The decision is not binding, but, as explained at the end of this opinion, may have some effect on the long-term cost of resolving such issues in the courts.
A request for an Advisory Opinion was received from Otto Belvedere on October 30, 2008. A copy of that request was sent via certified mail to Jeanette Curtis, Payson City Recorder. The return receipt indicated that the City received the materials on November 3, 2008. The City submitted a response to the Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman, which was received on November 10, 2008. A copy of the City’s response was mailed to Mr. Belvedere.
The following documents and information with relevance to the issue involved in this advisory opinion were reviewed prior to its completion:
- Request for an Advisory Opinion, filed October 30, 2008 with the Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman by Otto Belvedere, with Attachments.
- Response from Payson City, submitted by David C. Tuckett, City Attorney, received on November 10, 2008.
Otto Belvedere is developing a subdivision, known as “Heritage Village,” within Payson City. The subdivision is intended to provide housing for senior citizens, and includes a clubhouse, trails, and other amenities for the use of the residents only, not the general public. The City also granted Mr. Belvedere additional density for the project in exchange for landscaping, entryway and fencing upgrades. The City Council granted approval of this project, and Mr. Belvedere began construction.
The City requires performance guarantees to ensure completion of required improvements. As a condition of approval, the City requires an “acceptable guarantee . . . sufficient to secure to the municipality the satisfactory construction, installation, and dedication of the required improvements.” Payson City Code, § 20.30.3. The amount of the guarantee is 120% of the estimated cost of completing the improvements. Id. The required improvements “include roadways, municipal infrastructure, required fencing, required landscaping, required project amenities, amenities provided by the applicant in exchange for a density bonus, and any other required improvements.” Id. If there is insufficient progress on construction after two years, the City may access the funds in the guarantee to complete the improvements. When the improvements are satisfactorily completed, the City will release the developer from a portion of the obligation.
After completion of the improvement, it appears that the City requires that the developer maintain a portion of the bond for at least two more years, as a “contingency,” or warranty against damage or improper construction. The amount that is required after completion is 20% of the estimated cost of the improvement. The City may access the funds if additional work on the improvement is required. After two years, the amount will be released.
Mr. Belvedere and the City entered a Development Agreement governing the construction of Heritage Village. This Agreement described the required amenities, and stated that those amenities were a concession from Mr. Belvedere in exchange for increased density from the City. See “Heritage Village Development Agreement,” § 11. The Agreement also required Mr. Belvedere to obtain a performance guarantee for all improvements, required landscaping, and project amenities. The amount of the guarantee was 120% of the estimated cost of the improvements, and the Agreement also required that Mr. Belvedere complete a one-inch asphalt overlay on all roads, when the project is 90% complete. Id. § 16. The Agreement was executed and signed in October, 2007.
In addition to the bond requirement, the City also charges fees for building permits and inspections. Evidently, the City miscalculated the fee amount for part of Heritage Village, resulting in an overcharge. The City recalculated the fee, and refunded the excess amount to Mr. Belvedere.
I. The City Validly Imposed the Performance Guarantee Requirement on the Project.
The Utah Code requires that all conditions on development must be expressed at the time a land use application is approved.
A municipality may not impose on a holder of an issued land use permit a requirement that is not expressed:
(i) in the land use permit or in documents on which the land use permit is based; or
(ii) in [chapter 10-9a] or the municipality’s ordinances.
Utah Code Ann. § 10-9a-509(e). This section restricts a local government from imposing unannounced requirements or conditions, and it helps ensure certainty in applications and approvals.
Subdivision or development bonds are valid means to guarantee that public improvements will be built to completion when new development is approved. Performance or development bonds are commonly used to guarantee construction of improvements that will be dedicated to the public upon completion. The bond amount is determined by the estimated costs of unfinished public improvements. If a developer is unable to finish such improvements as streets or water systems, the bond furnishes money for completion. Payson City properly required a performance guarantee as a condition of approval of Heritage Villa, because the surety requirement is expressed in § 20.30.3 of the City’s ordinances, with specific requirements included in the Development Agreement.
Mr. Belvedere objects to the City’s bond because it includes amenities that will not be dedicated to the public, such as the clubhouse, walking trails, fencing, and landscaping. He argues that because these “non-dedicated” improvements will not be turned over to the public, or even be available for public use, the bond requirement should not apply to them. However, amenities provided in exchange for a density bonus are among the improvements subject to the performance bond requirement of § 20.30.3 of the Payson City Code. The Development Agreement identifies the clubhouse, trails, fencing, and landscaping as amenities provided in exchange for additional density, so they are also subject to the performance bond requirement. Although these amenities are not to be dedicated to the public, the City is entitled to some assurances that these amenities will be completed, because the City agreed to density concessions in exchange for them.
The Development Agreement requires a performance guarantee “for all improvements that will be dedicated to Payson City.” This does not exempt the “non-dedicated” amenities from the performance guarantee requirement. Nothing in the language of Section 22 of the Agreement indicates such an exemption was intended. Although the Agreement may only require a performance guarantee for dedicated amenities, Payson City ordinance requires a performance guarantee for the non-dedicated amenities in this situation. Section 18 of the Agreement states that the Agreement does not relieve the Applicant from complying with City ordinances. In order to comply with City ordinances, the Applicant must provide a performance guarantee on the non-dedicated amenities. Where a conflict between the Agreement and ordinance arises, the ordinance controls, according to the terms of the Agreement. The “non-dedicated” amenities are subject to the performance bond requirement.
II. The Performance Guarantee Requirement is an Exaction, Which Must Comply with Section 10-9a-508 of the Utah Code.
A. The Security Requirement is an Exaction, and must Satisfy both Parts of Section 10-9a-508.
The City’s requirement that a developer acquire a performance guarantee to ensure completion of public improvements constitutes an exaction under Utah Law. “Exactions are conditions imposed by governmental entities on developers for the issuance of a building permit or subdivision plat approval.” B.A.M. Development, LLC v. Salt Lake County, 2006 UT 2, ¶ 34, 128 P.3d 1161, 1169. Exactions include mandatory dedication of property, as well as fees. Id. Payson’s guarantee requirement is an exaction, because a bond or other surety is required before the City will grant approval of a final subdivision plat.
In 2005, the Utah Legislature enacted § 10-9a-508 of the Utah Code, which authorizes counties to impose exactions on new development, and also prescribes limits on that authority:
A municipality may impose an exaction or exactions on development proposed in a land use application provided that:
(a) an essential link exists between a legitimate governmental interest and each exaction; and
(b) each exaction is roughly proportionate, both in nature and extent, to the impact of the proposed development.
Utah Code Ann. § 10-9a-508(1). The Utah Supreme Court observed that the language of this statute was borrowed directly from the U.S. Supreme Court analyses in Nollan v. California Coastal Comm’n, 483 U.S. 825, 107 S.Ct. 3141 (1987) and Dolan v. City of Tigard, 512 U.S 374, 114 S.Ct. 2309 (1994). See B.A.M., 2006 UT 2, ¶ 41, 128 P.2d at 1170. In those two cases, the Supreme Court promulgated rules for determining when an exaction is valid under the federal constitution’s Takings Clause. This has come to be known as the Nollan/Dolan “rough proportionality” test, and that two-part analysis is reflected in § 10-9a-508.
The B.A.M. decision indicates that the Utah Supreme Court—as well as Utah Legislature—agrees that any condition imposed on development approval is an “exaction,” whether the local government requires dedication of a property right or not. See B.A.M., 2006 UT 2, ¶ 46, 128 P.3d at 1171. It should be noted that in Monterey v. Del Monte Dunes at Monterey, LTD, the United States Supreme Court held that the “Nollan/Dolan” rough proportionality analysis did not extend exactions that did not require dedications of property. Del Monte Dunes, 526 U.S. 687, 703, 119 S.Ct. 1624, 1635 (1999). However, state courts have applied the rough proportionality test to “non-dedicatory” exactions, such as fees and payments for improvements. Based on the language in B.A.M., as well as § 10-9a-508, it appears that the rough proportionality test applies to all conditions imposed on new development, including Payson’s guarantee requirement. Thus, in order to be valid, the City’s security requirement must meet both parts of § 10-9a-508(1).
The Utah Supreme Court further honed the “rough proportionality” analysis in B.A.M. Development, LLC v. Salt Lake County, 2008 UT 45 (“B.A.M. II”), which was a second appeal stemming from the same development project at issue in the earlier decision. This opinion explained that rough proportionality analysis “has two aspects: first, the exaction and impact must be related in nature; second, they must be related in extent.” B.A.M. II, 2008 UT 45, ¶ 9. The “nature” aspect focuses on the relationship between the purported impact and proposed exaction. The court agreed that the approach should be expressed “in terms of a solution and a problem . . . . [T]he impact is the problem, or the burden which the community will bear because of the development. The exaction should address the problem. If it does, then the nature component has been satisfied.” Id., 2008 UT 45, ¶ 10.
The “extent” aspect of the rough proportionality analysis measures the impact against the proposed exaction in terms of cost:
The most appropriate measure is cost—specifically, the cost of the exaction and the impact to the developer and the municipality, respectively. The impact of the development can be measured as the cost to the municipality of assuaging the impact. Likewise, the exaction can be measured as the value of the land to be dedicated by the developer at the time of the exaction.
Id., 2008 UT 45, ¶ 11. The court continued by holding that “roughly proportional” means “roughly equivalent.” Thus, in order to be valid, the cost of an exaction must be roughly equivalent to the cost that a local government would incur to address (or “assuage”) the impact attributable to a new development.
B. The City’s Security Requirement Satisfies Section 10-9a-508(1)(a), Because There is a Link Between the Requirement and a Legitimate Governmental Interest.
The City has a legitimate interest in seeing that proposed improvements are completed in a timely manner. A requirement that a developer provide a source of funding for completion of improvements supports that objective, and is within the power of local governments. In addition, a contingency period during which the builder warrants construction is another reasonable means of guaranteeing that the public improvements will be properly constructed. There is thus an essential link between requiring a developer to provide some form of security for completion of improvements and the legitimate governmental objective of having the improvements completed, as well as the requirement that developers guarantee the improvements for a period of time.
C. The City’s Performance Guarantee Requirement Must be Evaluated Under the “Rough Proportionality” Aspect of § 10-9a-508(1)(b).
The “nature” aspect of § 10-9a-508(1)(b) requires that the City’s requirement address a “problem” derived from the impact of the development. In this particular situation, this analysis is basically the same as that for the “essential link” aspect described above. The City may fulfill its legitimate interest that the improvements be completed by requiring a performance bond. The “non-dedicated” improvements may legitimately be included in the bond, because the City has an interest in seeing that those improvements also be completed. The City’s interest in these improvements is greater than other non-public improvements, because it allowed a greater density for HeritageVillage in exchange for the proposed amenities. Because the City’s legitimate interests are served by the performance guarantee, the requirement satisfies the “nature” aspect of the rough proportionality analysis.
The required amount of the performance guarantee also satisfies the “extent” aspect of the analysis. As stated above, extent is measured by comparing the cost to the developer against the cost to the local government. The amount of the bond is set at the estimated cost to complete the improvements, which would be the same for both the developer and the City. Therefore, insofar as the amount of the bond is concerned, the “extent” aspect is satisfied.
Maintaining a portion of the bond as a two-year “contingency fund,” presumably to provide funds for repairs and damage, also must satisfy rough proportionality analysis. Ensuring that public improvements are properly constructed is a legitimate governmental interest. Requiring contingency funds for a period following completion of the improvements promotes that interest by providing some funds for problems that might not be apparent when the improvement is completed and accepted.
This does not mean, however, that a developer may be expected to fund repairs to all damage without regard to the cause. The U.S. Supreme Court agreed that proportionality “animates” the Takings Clause: “The Fifth Amendment’s guarantee . . . was designed to bar the Government from forcing some people alone to bear public burdens which, in all fairness and justice, should be borne by the public as a whole.” Del Monte Dunes, 526 U.S. at 703, 119 S.Ct. at 1635 (quoting Armstrong v. United States, 364 U.S. 40, 49, 80 S.Ct. 1563, 1569 (1960)). Fairness and justice dictate that the City may only use contingency funds to the extent that the funds are roughly equivalent to the impact caused by the development.
Finally, requiring a new asphalt overlay is also an exaction that must meet § 10-9a-508(1). There is an essential link between the overlay requirement and the City’s legitimate interest in safe roadways. However, there has been no showing that repaving or resealing the roadways is roughly proportional to the impact of the development. There has been no showing that repaving is necessary due to a defect in construction, or is required because of damage caused by the developer. Without such a showing, the overlay requirement is not a valid exaction.
The City may validly require a performance bond for the improvements in Heritage Village. The requirement was imposed by the City’s ordinances, and serves a valid public purpose by providing funds to complete the public improvements in the event that Mr. Belvedere cannot. The City may include the “non-dedicated” amenities as part of the bond, because they were included as part of the project in exchange for density concessions from the City, which is anticipated by the City’s ordinance.
The performance guarantee requirement is a type of exaction, because it is a condition on approval of the development. As an exaction, it must satisfy the “rough proportionality” analysis required by § 10-9a-508 of the Utah Code. There is an essential link between a bonding requirement and the City’s legitimate interest in guaranteeing that public improvements be completed. The performance guarantee also “solves” the “problem” by providing a ready source of funds to complete improvements. Since the bond amount is based on the estimated cost to complete the improvements, the value of the bond satisfies the “extent” aspect of the rough proportionality analysis.
Using bond funds as a contingency or warranty for completed improvements is valid to the extent that the funds used are roughly equal to the costs related to the impact of the development. Funds to overlay roadways may be required of developers, again only to the extent that the funds are roughly equivalent to the impact caused by the development.
Brent N. Bateman, Lead Attorney
Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman
This is an advisory opinion as defined in Utah Code Annotated, §13-43-205. It does not constitute legal advice, and is not to be construed as reflecting the opinions or policy of the State of Utah or the Department of Commerce. The opinions expressed are arrived at based on a summary review of the factual situation involved in this specific matter, and may or may not reflect the opinion that might be expressed in another matter where the facts and circumstances are different or where the relevant law may have changed.
While the author is an attorney and has prepared this opinion in light of his understanding of the relevant law, he does not represent anyone involved in this matter. Anyone with an interest in these issues who must protect that interest should seek the advice of his or her own legal counsel and not rely on this document as a definitive statement of how to protect or advance his interest.
An advisory opinion issued by the Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman is not binding on any party to a dispute involving land use law. If the same issue that is the subject of an advisory opinion is listed as a cause of action in litigation, and that cause of action is litigated on the same facts and circumstances and is resolved consistent with the advisory opinion, the substantially prevailing party on that cause of action may collect reasonable attorney fees and court costs pertaining to the development of that cause of action from the date of the delivery of the advisory opinion to the date of the court’s resolution.
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 Acceptable forms for the guarantee include bonds, letters of credit, or other types of assurance. See Payson City Code, § 20.30.4.
 The City may release partial amounts of the guarantee obligation as improvements are completed. In October of 2007, Mr. Belvedere obtained a $1,958,607.28 bond for the project. The bond amount included the estimated costs for the clubhouse, trails, fencing, and landscaping, along with other required infrastructure. The City states that portions of the bond have already been released.
 A parallel provision, applicable to counties, is found at § 17-27a-508 of the Utah Code.
 The City notes that § 10-9a-604.5 of the Utah Code specifically authorizes cities to require “improvement assurance,” or a performance bond, as a condition of development approval. However, that section was adopted by the 2008 Utah Legislature, with an effective date of May 5, 2008, after Mr. Belvedere had obtained his bond.
 The City indicates that it will release the full bond amount for the “non-dedicated” amenities upon completion, and will not retain the 20% contingency required of dedicated improvements.
 There is a corresponding statute applicable to counties found at § 17-27a-507 of the Utah Code.
 See U.S. Const., amend V. The Supreme Court has interpreted the Takings Clause as limiting a government’s ability to impose conditions on development. Furthermore, “[t]he Utah Constitution reinforces the protection of private property against uncompensated governmental takings . . .” B.A.M., 2006 UT 2, ¶ 31, 128 P.3d at 1168. See also Utah Const. art. I, § 22.
 See e.g., Town of Flower Mound v. Stafford Estates LP, 135 S.W.3d 620 (Tex. 2004) (requirement that developer pay for improvements to streets not directly serving subdivision). The Texas Supreme Court cited to “non-dedicatory” cases from California, Illinois, and Ohio. See also Town of Flower Mound v. Stafford Estates, LP, 71 S.W.3d 18 (Tex.App. 2002)(lower court decision upheld by supreme court).
 Payson City has chosen a contingency period of 24 months. Section 10-9a-604.5, enacted by the 2008 Utah Legislature, only authorizes a one-year warranty period, which may be extended under certain circumstances. See Utah Code Ann. § 10-9a-604.5. However, that section cannot be applied retroactively to performance guarantees required under local ordinances. State v. One Lot of Personal Property, 2004 UT 36, ¶ 10, 90 P.3d 639, 641 (“[I]t is a long-standing rule of statutory construction that a legislative enactment which alters the substantive law or affects vested rights will not be read to operate retrospectively unless the legislature has clearly expressed that intention.”)
The performance bond for Heritage Village was required before § 10-9a-604.5 was adopted, and is therefore subject to the two-year contingency period.
 The Development Agreement requires Mr. Belvedere to fund a one-inch asphalt overlay on all roadways. See Development Agreement, § 16.
 If the City shows that the cost of the overlay is roughly equal to the impact attributable to the development, it may validly require the funds to be paid.