There was a time in 2011 when the Splash Brothers were destined to be classified as one man's trash.
But the now-treasured Golden State Warriors' legacy built around one of the best scoring backcourts in league history was protected when trade offers for Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson -- including one deal centered around Chris Paul -- didn't materialize.
According to a new book, "The Victory Machine" by Ethan Strauss, Curry was often on the trade block before the Warriors found their championship form under Steve Kerr.
Per Strauss: "The Warriors attempted to trade Steph Curry and Klay Thompson for Chris Paul in 2011. It was far from the only time Curry was shopped, but in this instance, the deal was very close to completion. Myers made the offer and Hornets GM Dell Demps was receptive. The catch was Chris Paul, who wanted out of New Orleans but had no intention of playing for the woebegone Warriors.
"Paul told the Warriors they could do this trade, but he wouldn't be staying when his contract was up at season's end. The Hornets weren't the only organization to narrowly lose out on the deal of a lifetime. According to one GM, 'The Warriors were blind lucky that they were unsuccessful in trading Steph and Klay together for the stars they offered them together for,' he said. 'There were many, many people they tried to get and failed.'"
Then-commissioner David Stern rejected a deal that would have sent Paul to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Paul ultimately landed with the Los Angeles Clippers just as the New Orleans Hornets became the Pelicans and drafted Anthony Davis with the top pick in 2012.
Multiple outlets reported in 2011 that the Warriors were angling to land Kevin Love in deals with Thompson as the centerpiece.
In 2012, Curry signed a four-year, $44 million rookie contract extension with the Warriors.
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Bloodline Jewellers Since Before the 19th Century to the 21st Century
The Chahamana family surnames of Chohan, Chauhan, Chouhan, and Chohhan are all the same name. They have been translated and spelled differently in English. These Chahamana family surnames (Chauhan, Chohan, Chouhan, and Chohhan) belong to the prestigious Rajput warrior caste of India. Beginning prior to the 7th century up until the 15th century, many parts of India were ruled by Rajput dynasties. This was under the guidance of kings and emperors like King Prithviraj Chauhan, and his predecessors and successors. Due to the ever changing reigns of kings and empires, following the Chahamana empires decline in the 15th century. Many Chahamana dynasty’s downsized to rule smaller territories through out India.
During the colonization of India in the19th century by the British Empire. Many Chahamana clan families could not continue to survive under the lack of employment of warriors since the British army had took over and Indian King ruled armys were a thing of the past. For this reason, and because they had a trememdous amount of gold, jewels and riches gathered over the centuries, many Chahamana clan families chose to go into the profession of goldsmithing, silversmithing, and jewellers. This family being one of those families.
The Chohan family’s history in the jewellery business dates back many centuries. However do to multiple invasions of India, and the partition of India and Pakistan through the state Punjab in 1947; a lot off family history has been lost. The Chohan family’s beginnings in Canada’s jewellery industry began when the founders father, Gurdip Chohan, migrated to Canada from his native country of India (Punjab). Gurdip Chohan learnt metalsmithing back in his native country, taught by his immediate paternal family members who carried a long lineage of jewellers as mentioned above. After years of apprenticeship under his family; Gurdip Chohan had learnt the majority there was to learn about the art of goldsmithing and silversmithing. It led him to have a very successful jewellery business in India before migrating to Canada.
In the early 1970’s Gurdip Chohan migrated to Toronto, Canada. In his early years as a new immigrant Gurdip Chohan worked as a diamond and stone setter for some of Canada’s biggest jewellery chains. Allowing him to gauge and learn the Canadian jewellery trends, language, and industry. Not to long after, he ventured out on his own to open his own jewellery businesses (Chohan Jewellers, Golden Jewellers, A-One Jewellers). Originally starting out doing retail jewellery for the public, Gurdip Chohan later transitioned into providing wholesale goldsmithing and silversmithing services to jewellery retailers and astrologers. Gurdip Chohan had a solid reputation in Toronto’s jewellery industry for over 40 years and he specialized in precious gemstone, diamond, and high karat (22kt) jewellery. What was unique about Gurdip Chohan’s jewellery was that he was able to use high karat gold (22kt) and make jewellery with it that was fashionable and trendy yet still served the astrologers purpose of letting the stone culet touch the skin. Unlike his competitors who would make plain and generic designs to serve the astrology purpose.
Gurdip Chohan retired from the jewellery industry at the age of 65. Not to long after Gurdip Chohan passed away at the age of 66 leaving behind a young 15 year old son (Pritam Chohan) and wife (Dharamjit Kaur).
Today the Chohan family’s tradition of fine jewellery crafting is carried through the business of Chohan Goldsmiths. A company started and operated by the son of Gurdip Chohan; Pritam Chohan with the guidance and support of his mother (Dharamjit Kaur) and wife (Harleen Chohan).
Pritam Chohan is a Toronto (Ontario, Canada) born designer, goldsmith, and founder of Chohan Goldsmiths. His role is to head the designing and manufacturing of all Chohan Goldsmiths pieces. Pritam Chohan learnt his craft from a combination of 2 distinct sources. His first source being his father (Gurdip Chohan) who introduced him to the family trade. His second source being himself with the aid of literature, research and trial and error. Pritam Chohan has experience in CAD design, wax models, casting, fabrication, benchwork, stone setting, polishing, finishing, and many other aspects of goldsmithing and silversmithing.
Pritam Chohan’s humble beginnings in the jewellery industry began from the young age of 5 when he would accompany his father (Gurdip Chohan) a master goldsmith, to his studio after school. Over the years Pritam Chohan had starting sitting on the bench alongside his father (Gurdip Chohan) and learning some very basic techniques of filing and forming metals. Around the age of 8, Pritam Chohan had had his first attempt to craft a ring from scratch; it was not the Mona Lisa of rings, but lets just say it deserved an “A+” for effort.
Unfortunately, at the age of 15, Pritam Chohan lost his retired father (Gurdip Chohan) due to a heart attack. Losing his father (Gurdip Chohan) at that young age meant Pritam Chohan was old enough to understand that his life was going to change. However, he was still young enough to not know what his future would hold for him with out his father (Gurdip Chohan) figure and family breadwinner. After the death of his father (Gurdip Chohan), Pritam Chohan was not old enough or trained in the trade enough to could carry on his father’s (Gurdip Chohan) legacy. Therefore all of Gurdip Chohan’s jewellery businesses were completely stopped and put to rest with Gurdip Chohan himself.
As a year passed from the tragedy of his father’s (Gurdip Chohan) death, Pritam Chohan took up a position of a jewellery and watch repair technician for a company licensed under the name of Sears Watch and Jewellery Repair Department. The motive behind Pritam Chohan taking this job was for the obvious financial need, but also to continue his experience in the jewelry industry outside the shadow of his father (Gurdip Chohan). This allowed him to mentally, emotionally, and spiritually connect to the teachings of his father (Gurdip Chohan). While working at his day job, Pritam Chohan also continued to self teach, practice, and improve his goldsmithing and silversmithing skills at his father’s (Gurdip Chohan) old home studio during the evenings and weekends. This allowed him to learn and acquire skills in wax carving, casting, soldering, stone setting, polishing, goldsmithing, and silversmithing. Over the years Pritam Chohan had learnt enough from his father (Gurdip Chohan), his own self teaching, and his work experience; that he was able to hold his ground in discussions on jewellery and manufacturing techniques with master jewellers upwards of 5 times his own age.
After working as a watch and jewellery repair technician for multiple years; it was time to relight and carry his father’s (Gurdip Chohan) torch. Pritam Chohan repaired and restored his father’s (Gurdip Chohan) many decades old machines to a professional standard. They were not state of the art, but they did the job and had great sentimental value. However, Pritam Chohan needed a “place of business”. He was too young and lacking the finances to acquire a legitimate commercial lease. With no other viable option, Pritam Chohan asked his mother (Dharamjit Kaur) if he could remodel her 200sqft 1 car garage and make it into a workshop and home office in the North West end of the Greater Toronto Area. On the day of his 18th birthday, Pritam Chohan went to Service Ontario, accompanied by his then girlfriend and now wife (Harleen Chohan), and registered this company. From here Chohan Goldsmiths Corporation (originally Chohan Goldsmiths Silversmiths) was brought to reality.
With the innovative designs and craftsmanship quality of Pritam Chohan’s jewellery, and his mothers (Dharamjit Kaur) generous financial assistance of a over $150,000 loan from her life/retirement savings. Chohan Goldsmiths started to gain a name for itself in the jewellery industry. Chohan Goldsmiths quickly out grew the 200sqft 1 car garage in 2 years and added a prestigious but small 169sqft high rise office in downtown Toronto (Yorkville) at the corner of Bloor and Yonge. Expansion didn’t end there; the combined 369sqft was still not enough. After 1 year of expanding to downtown Toronto, Chohan Goldsmiths acquired a 1,000sqft location in the west end of Toronto to have their studio, office, and showroom all in one convenient location. Not long after, within 3 years Chohan Goldsmiths moved into a building double the size of their last in the same area of Toronto. This new building allowed for industrial zoning and had neighboring units that would allow Chohan Goldsmiths to expand and grow exponentially.
Today after many years Pritam Chohan through Chohan Goldsmiths creates pieces of jewellery that carry on the quality his father (Gurdip Chohan) and the Chohan family was known for. Chohan Goldsmiths is still very much a family run corporation, following morals and ethics passed down to Pritam Chohan from his father (Gurdip Chohan) and mother (Dharamjit Kaur) and shared by his wife (Harleen Chohan). Inspired by the royal jewels of India and the scenic Canadian landscape and distinctive architecture. Pritam Chohan, the designer at Chohan Goldsmiths, designs jewellery that cannot be found anywhere else.
Chohan Goldsmiths specializes in designing and creating bespoke pieces of jewellery using traditional and modern techniques coupled with the most high quality materials and state of the art technology. Chohan Goldsmiths strives to push the benchmark on jewellery designs and trends. In Indian and other Asian cultures, gold and silver are kept as investments. India was once actually known as the Golden Bird. For this reason, jewellery in Asia is often made with high purities of gold. Likewise all Chohan Goldsmiths jewellery is made using either the highest grades of gold metals while maintaining in mind durability and longevity; or with the heavy and extensive use of gold. For this reason Chohan Goldsmiths offers pieces that are unmatched in the market and brings to the forefront pieces that are an union of Eastern and Western history, cultures and trends.

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Extraordinary producer, Talos, has unveiled his Lowlight EP. The 5-track project is an outstanding example of Talos’ talents as a producer, incorporating all of his Jazz, Soul and Hip Hop influences into a seamless and cohesive effort. For feature spots, he calls upon frequent collaborator, Coops, in addition to exceptional vocalists, Poppy Ajudha & Jerome Thomas, who all contribute remarkable performances. The release of Lowlight concludes … Continue reading Music | Talos – Lowlight EP
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Hanging out with Warren Farha, owner of Eighth Day Books in Wichita, and mutually admiring Katherine Towler’s great anthology GOD IN THE HOUSE: POETS TALK ABOUT FAITH
I drove through Matisse-type rain last night, waves of manna from heaven, thanks to Hurricane Isaac, happy and refreshed although it was late, I have a cold, and it was hard at times to see the road. There’s something so freeing and exhilarating about touring with a book 16 years in the writing and so central to my life that every nuance of this book tour is a gift. The rain, of course, is a gift on steroids for our drought land.
First bands of Hurricane Isaac
Since I’m enthralled by interesting skies, this trip was an especially auspicious time to drive: the bands of the hurricane reached the southeast edge of Wichita Friday morning, and I following them to Emporia, just on the western outskirts of slow-moving rain. All day, I saw vivid and panoramic layers of colors not local to these parts (stranger clouds, stopping in town on their way back across the continent to the ocean).
The readings — Thursday night in Wichita’s Bookmark Bookstore, and Friday
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night in Emporia in the heart of ESU’s campus — were also multi-layered and vivid. In Wichita, I stumbled into so many new and ancient connections that I could barely stop laughing. Gathering with Victoria, one of my best friends for 30 years; my/Ken’s cousins Dennis and Joy, who I love dearly; new friends and old acquaintances, there was a lot to talk about. I also met David, who went to P.S. 253 in Brooklyn, close to where I attended P.S. 252, and who is linked by one degree to me multiple directions (Goddard, Brooklyn, my yoga teacher training and the Lawrence Hari Krishna community, literature and more). In Emporia, I got to see some of my favorite poets in Kansas, Kevin and Bill, meet an exquisive group of Kevin’s creative writing students (who asked me some of the best questions I’ve been asked about writing), and eat seriously good Mexican food with much-admired writer Cheryl and her awesomely talented photographer husband Dave. I even bought new sandals at a great price, and as I do whenever I travel, I foraged through various thrift stores for treasure.
Of course, there’s also the reading itself. I get to share out loud words I’ve been crafting in the basement, porch, bedroom, and in over a dozen coffee shops over many years of writing, revision, doubt, despair about the publishing world, joy
The audience members in Emporia were much sharper than they appear in this photo
at how my characters were making themselves visible, and hope that I would one day get to read this book to audiences.
I tell audiences that yes, writing this book based on my own difficulty childhood was healing, but seriously complemented by years of therapy too. Reading it is a way to give back some of what I was given, and even get good views of the sky, shrimp fajitas and applause in return. What’s not to love?

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SANTA ANA – A pharmacy student who choked his 71-year-old mother because she nagged him to become a doctor has been convicted of voluntary manslaughter.
An Orange County jury on Tuesday convicted Son Nguyen of the lesser charge instead of murder in the 2008 death of his mother. He faces up to 11 years in prison.
Prosecutors say the 31-year-old Garden Grove man argued with Nuong Nguyen because he wanted to become a pharmacist. His mother had paid for his schooling and said he would shame the family unless he became a physician.
His attorney, Rob Harley, says the woman was in fragile health and suffered a fatal heart attack after her son choked her for about six seconds.
Harley told jurors his client was schizophrenic and her death was an accident.

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Professor Ventry Publishes Tax Op-ed in L.A. Times
Professor Dennis J. Ventry, Jr. has published an op-ed in the Los Angeles Times, "Tax Cut? What Tax Cut?", commenting on the tax deal struck last week by President Obama and Congressional Republicans.
"In the end, Obama was never going to persuade Republicans to let the Bush tax cuts expire on the top 2% of taxpayers or the top 1% or even the top 0.0001%," writes Ventry. "So why not borrow a page from the Republican playbook and win the rhetorical battle over taxes? Why not package all the capitulations and symbolism together to deliver on a tax cut that voters would remember in 2012 as coming from a Democratic president rather than from a Republican Congress? ... That's right, the president should send every taxpayer a check, a tax cut everyone can understand. And it should be for $827.58."
Professor Ventry is an expert in tax policy and has written widely in the field. His research interests include family taxation, tax expenditure analysis, legal ethics and professional standards, tax and legal history, tax compliance and administration, and public finance.
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Our household (mainly me) recently decided to set up a reading corner in our bedroom, a cozy one-person couch with a blanket, and a foot massager. But we’ll need an extra floor lamp there because, otherwise it’s a bit too dark to read in that nook.
This is the floor lamp we were gifted by our neighbor with its standard-issue lampshade.
And this is the final lampshade that we made for it!
How we designed the custom lampshade
There are 2 pieces we printed:
- The adapter (attaches the lampshade to the lamp base).
The adapter has primarily 2 things: something that attaches to the lamp base, and poles that connect the lamp base with the lampshade.
2. The lampshade
The lampshade has primarily 2 things: the screen, and a place for the poles to connect to.
IMPORTANT: I only deemed it was a good idea because the bulb does not get hot (the bulb is LED). I used PLA+ and so far the new lampshade never got hot.
The rest of the articles describes my approaches / high-level write-up, but it wouldn’t cover a detailed breakdown to the finest step. If you’d like to contact us about this to get help, shoot us an email at info[at]tidymesh.com.
Part 1: The adapter
This part attaches the lampshade to the lamp base. I got a few people who asked how to design this part. To know how to do this, I needed to get shape and measurements of the lamp base. I think this part was the most important part because it’s very specific to each lamp manufacturer and model, but I can share you what I did.
After removing the standard-issue lampshade, I found that the base of the lamp is a conical shape (the first picture above). So our adapter would be a circular ring, with a gutter where the top of the conical part will go (the third picture above). This way nothing will be resting on the bulb, just like the original lampshade.
I decided that I wanted to use 4 rectangular poles sticking out, which will be connected to the lampshade (the second picture above).
To design this I needed the dimensions of:
- The inner diameter of the top part of the conical part. I gave it some tolerance so it’s not too tight since the base is not a cylinder (tapers / narrows down at the bottom).
- The outer diameter of the top part of the conical part.
- How deep I wanted the circular gutter to be. I used 4 mm, which seemed to be enough.
- An idea of the diameter I’d like the lampshade to be, to find out how long those 4 poles should stick out. I decided on a 200 mm (slightly less than 8″) diameter, and 200 mm height lampshade to cover the base completely.
For measurements, I used a caliper. You can use a standard ruler if you have great eyes.
Part 2: The lampshade
This is the most fun part because then I got to decide what I want on the lampshade.
2a. Make 2 rectangles for the screen
The lampshade screen is cylindrical, so why did I make rectangles? Because we’ll bend the rectangle 360 degrees to form a circle.
But before bending, we’ll subtract images from one of the rectangles.
Because I want to make a 200mm screen that has 200mm height, the dimensions of the rectangles are:
- Height: 200mm
- Length: 3.14 (or pi) x 200mm (from the intended screeen diameter) = 628mm
We have 2 rectangles:
- Rectangle A: 0.4mm thin (1 3D-printed wall)
- Rectangle B: 0.8mm thin (2 3D-printed walls)
We used these numbers because to let light through, we shouldn’t have too thick of a wall, and we use 0.4mm extruder nozzle.
The images I chose (flowers). After getting svg images I wanted, I imported them to my design software. Then, take the images’ shapes off from Rectangle B.
After that was done, I lined up Rectangle A exactly behind Rectangle B and fused them together. After they were fused together, I bent it 360 degrees to make it a cylinder.
2b. Notches on the lampshade that will rest on the 4 poles
So I designed the screen, and I designed the adapter. I still needed to connect the adapter to the lampshade. I made 4 thin notches, about 1mm thick on the inside of the screen that will line up exactly with the poles, so that the top of the poles will nestle in the screen notches. A housing of those poles, somewhat.
The 2 pieces were printed support-free.
The lampshade was printed.
And then the adapter was printed. Below is top-view picture of the adapter. The gutter is in the bottom of the circular ring.
To help secure the poles into the notches, I used glue, but if your design is more complicated and clever, perhaps you wouldn’t need one.
And then that was it! A new lampshade for the new-to-me lamp. I turned the LED bulb on for a while and checked, the bulb never gets warm, so this is a safe situation I can be OK with.


Another celebrity wedding to happen next month
Actor Matteo Guidicelli must be really floating in air lately. Sarah, along with other Southeast Asian artists, was tapped by Disney Channel Asia to do a localized music video of the song, which came from the movie, Tangled. The couple initially announced that their wedding was on December 10 in Manila, the ceremony in Palawan was clearly planned under the radar and very private as they preferred. Everything about the event was low-key and special—unlike those celebrity weddings that have fans and press people crawling about. No wonder the bride looked very radiant and calm in the few photos that circulated on social media. Because the wedding only included close family and friends, Bianca and JC actually planned another wedding celebration for other relatives and friends, as well as their 14 godparents last December 10 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. Bianca shared in an interview with PEP. Best wishes too to former child star and now singer Aiza Seguerra and her partner former beauty queen and actress Liza Dino.
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The Instagram caption read “Keep walking [I’ll] always be beside you. No matter what. I love you my love.
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You read it right! As Soon As in their lives, they became debatable figures in native showbiz business as a result of Gerald Anderson. The pop superstar discovered Matteo as her prince. Kim Chiu, on the different hand, is allegedly dating Xian Lim. Some other people say, they are already a couple as a result of their closeness. Her relationship with Gerald Anderson lasted for just about two years and a part.
Dennis was once also noticed in several occasions with ex-girlfriend Jennylyn Mercado.
Matteo Guidicelli asks Sarah Geronimo to the ABS-CBN Ball
Filipino singer, Sarah Geronimo, and Filipino-Italian actor, Matteo Guidicelli, may get married as soon as today, February 20, in a hush-hush ceremony, a reliable source revealed. The source told The Star that Guidicelli’s family “will be present” for the wedding while it was not known whether Geronimo’s parents would also be there. There have been rumours of the two secretly getting engaged whilst vacationing at a foreign destination in , however the couple only confirmed the news last year.
While according to reports in The Filipino Times, another rumour is that the couple is planning to get married in Italy on March When this date was confirmed with Filipino celebrity and Geronimo’s close friend, Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, she refused to divulge any details, TFT added.
Despite the “speed bumps” in their relationship, Matteo Guidicelli said girlfriend Sarah Geronimo is “worth everything.” August 11, – pm. MANILA.
As reported on Inquirer, the songstress, who was asked about the couple’s good news recently, stated that she is very happy for them and wish the best for their relationship. This is it,” she enthused. Guidicelli shared the good news last week when he posted a photo of the two of them and what looked like an engagement ring on Geronimo’s finger. Without specifically mentioning that they are engaged, he wrote, “I love you my love, now and forever.
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The typically private Sarah hasn’t shared how she chose to spend her July 25 birthday, but by the looks of all the social media greetings she received, we don’t doubt that she was all smiles at her celebration. Leading the outpouring of well-wishes for the beloved performer was her boyfriend Matteo , who she has reportedly been dating since The year-old racecar driver-turned-actor gifted Sarah with a heartwarming greeting on his Instagram that accompanied a photo of the couple.
Matteo happy Sarah admitted they’re on
These were the words of Matteo Guidicelli in describing girlfriend, pop star Sarah Geronimo, who finally confirmed last week that they are in a romantic relationship after months of speculation. Now I can, because she said it first. I just want to respect her side, her family, and everything.
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But it seems birthdays are an exception, as Guidicelli took to social media recently to write a sweet message for his Geronimo, who hit the big 30 on Wednesday, July Guidicelli shared on Instagram Wednesday a photo of him and Geronimo. It was a picture of a pair of sunglasses, with both of their faces reflected on the lens. Happy birthday my love! Thank you for understanding me and loving me with a pure heart, it means so much.
But when Guidicelli marked his 28th birthday last March, he and Geronimo celebrated it in the company of their loved ones.
NOW that Sarah Geronimo has finally admitted the real score between them, Matteo Guidicelli feels happy and proud. posted July 20, at pm by Joseph Peter R. Gonzales But definitely, we’re not dating as in dating. Yes, we.
Geronimo rose to prominence in , after winning the television singing contest Star for a Night earning her a recording contract with Viva Records and released her debut album Popstar: A Dream Come True She is the third of four children. At the age of four, she was accompanied by her mother to join auditions for different television programs. Ang Munting Prinsesa Her acting debut was a supporting role in the film Filipinas She had another supporting role in Captain Barbell She played the role of an aspiring singer named Dorina Pineda, originally played by Sharon Cuneta in the movie,   and released a soundtrack of the series.
Unlike her first solo concert, this concert went off with no technical glitches. Red of The Manila Standard Today said, “This only proves that the new generation of Filipino movie audience is ready for their own screen heroine, not someone passed on to them by their parents or grandparents. De Walden again produced this album. In November , she staged her fourth solo sold-out concert, Record Breaker , in the Araneta Coliseum. In April , Sarah Geronimo was chosen to endorse an online game called Superstar which was launched by X-Play as an online singing star search.
We know you’re curious, so here’s an account of how their adorbs love story started. Magazine, Matteo revealed that he’s always had a huge crush on Sarah. It’s common knowledge that Matteo and Sarah normally celebrate their anniv every September!
Matteo Guidicelli shouted his love for girlfriend Sarah Geronimo He also appeared in films My Cactus Heart (), Moron 5 () and.
On the night of November 7, , Matteo Guidicelli revealed that he had proposed to longtime girlfriend Sarah Geronimo. The real-life couple is also known for their uni-name AshMatt, a combination of their names Sarah Asher and Gianmatteo. Social media was instantly abuzz with photos of the Popstar Royalty goofing off and having fun.
But in those same photos, Sarah can be seen flaunting a diamond engagement ring on her right hand. It was the ultimate kilig moment that the media, showbiz fans and netizens alike were waiting for from this celebrity couple who seemed to have mastered the art of privacy by keeping their relationship out of the showbiz radar through the years. Here, PEP.


US Navy decommissions the first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier
The USS Enterprise made history both through its service and its technology.
Korean military used video game clips to sell real fighter jets
The internet will always find the truth eventually.
Smart body armor could gauge brain damage from explosions
Sensors could tell whether or not soliders are likely to face trauma.
DoD shows off its first successful micro-drone swarm launch
The tiny, low-cost UAVs work as a team to collect intelligence at low altitudes.
DARPA tests buoy network for fallback military comms at sea
The TUNA program is about maintaining the flow of vital data when primary networks go down.
UK Ministry of Defence is now investing in laser weapons too
Friggin’ laser beams.
Russia successfully tested a missile that could cripple US satellites
Experts say this should be a wake-up call to protect America's space infrastructure.
Transmitter tech opens the door to underwater radio
Ultra-low-frequency waves allow communication in places where conventional wireless doesn't work.
US Navy's drone 'swarmboats' show off pack tactics
A squad of unmanned autonomous crafts patrolled and investigated threats to a friendly harbor.


These playing cards’ value is given not solely by their level but in addition by the special perks they may characteristic, like Acceleration, Brakes, Leap, Nitrous, or Velocity.
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Tuning is EVERY THING in CSR2. Tesla CEO Elon Musk just announced the most Tesla factor ever: a “Ludicrous Velocity” upgrade for the highest-of-the-line P85D Mannequin S electrical sedan that improves zero-60 time by 10 p.c — it’s all the way down to 2.8 seconds, with 1 / 4-mile sprint coming in just 10.9 seconds.
A rear wing is put on vehicles which can be placing out quite a lot of power and want aerodynamic additions to help preserve the wheels on the highway. Below the Hood is back, and this time around we’re diving into the Performance Customization and how you may upgrade your automotive.
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Chun-Yuan, a graduate student in Chemistry, got his MS in Chemistry in 2014 from National Taiwan University. He is working on controlling the properties of PEDOT:PSS by synthesizing precise PSS polymers and block copolymers to optimize mixed ionic-electronic conduction. Outside of the lab, he likes to play basketball and enjoys cooking and traveling.
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Mandy, a graduate student in Chemistry, completed her B.A. in Chemistry from St. Olaf College in 2018. She is working on understanding the molecular mechanism for reversible crosslinking in redox-active materials. She was a Studio Art major in her freshman year of college and finally graduated with a major in Chemistry and a concentration in Media Studies.
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Vidhika, a graduate student in Materials Science and Engineering, got her BTech in Surface Coating Technology from Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, India in 2019. Her project is based on synthesizing conductive materials with switchable mechanical properties for soft robotics. She is passionate about fine arts and dancing and enjoys learning new languages.
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Elorm Awuyah, a graduate student in Chemistry, got his B.A. in Chemistry and in the History of Science and Technology from Johns Hopkins University in 2019. He is developing degradable conducting polymers from biomass-derived starting materials. He does not, in fact, play basketball, but he does like to work out and cook.
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Tulaja is a first-year graduate student in Chemistry and Biochemistry. She got her BSc Caldwell University in 2017. She then worked at Infinium, a petrochemical company, for 3 years. In the Kayser Lab, she is now working on plastic upcycling. Outside of lab, Tulaja enjoys hiking, reading and learning new things.
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Ashlyn, a graduate student in Chemistry, got her BS in Chemistry from Moravian College, Bethlehem in 2019. She is a skilled ballet dancer, having learnt the art form for 15 years. Ashlyn is a student under the Chemistry-Biology Interface program, and successfully completed her rotation in the Kayser Lab in January 2020.

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Manipur reported the first case of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 on Monday. A 48-year old from Imphal West, who had recently visited the East African country of Tanzania, was tested positive for COVID-19 on December 21, as per sources.
His sample was sent for genome sequencing at IBSD Takyelpat, Imphal. Three from his family have also tested positive, according to sources.
As of December 24, 462 international travellers with Manipur as final destination have come under surveillance by the health officials, according to the Directorate of Health Services, Manipur.
All are being tested by RT-PCR on the eight day of their arrival in India.
Out of these 462 international arrivals in Manipur, 155 have completed their 14 days of surveillance with all of them testing negative, as of December 24.
Of the remaining 307 under surveillance 194 have been tested on the 8th day with RT-PCR and 4 have tested positive. They are asymptomatic and are now in a government hospital.
The remaining 113 who are on surveillance for less than eight days will also be subjected to RT-PCR testing and necessary Genome sequencing, if found positive, the directorate stated.
- Northeast agro products exported to Vietnam for the first time
- Union minister urges NCC cadets to focus on nation building
- Mangoes symbol of friendship between India, US: Ambassador Sandhu
- Death toll due to landslides in Arunachal rises to eight
- Cal HC asks CBI to probe construction on Kolkata’s Tripura House premises
- India slams Pak after Foregin Minister Bilawal rakes up Kashmir at UNSC

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Canoga Park Bowl has been known for several things through its 55-year existence.
– The venerable facility is one of the oldest bowling centers in Southern California.
– It has served such celebrities as Eddie Murphy, Whitney Houston, Will Smith and Evander Holyfield.
– It has been open 24 hours a day seven days a week, thus allowing the aforementioned celebrities to slip into the bowling house in the wee hours of the morning and escape detection by the masses.
Now, celebrities and their entourages will find it a bit more difficult to bowl anonymously at Canoga Park Bowl.
Three weeks ago, the bowling house went to a regular schedule in which it opens at 9 a.m. It will still remain open to 3 a.m. on weekend nights but no longer will be a 24-hours-a-day facility.
Mike Willis, the Canoga Park Bowl manager for 35 years, said “new owners [of the facility] thought business was not that good [in the wee hours].”
Willis added that the new hours also made for a safer situation for patrons.
Canoga Park Bowl’s reduction in hours is part of a trend of bowling centers’ moving to a more restricted schedule.
The Bowlmor AMF chain, for instance, has recently altered its centers’ hours. Many of its bowling houses now open at either 3 p.m. or 4 p.m. during the week instead of in the morning.
“That was pretty wild,” said Willis about the Bowlmor AMF change in hours. “I still can’t believe they did that. That’s preposterous to me.”
Still, Bowlmor AMF Chief Executive Officer Tom Shannon reported a month ago that his bowling company “turned a big historic loss into a profit” in the latest financial results.


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A lot of us know Stag’s Leap District as the appellation that made history in 1976 by putting American wines front and center. At a blind tasting that became known as the “Judgment of Paris,” nine French judges awarded first place in a blind tasting to the 1973 Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon. It surpassed French superstar wines such as Mouton-Rothschild and Leoville Las Cases. It was the most stunning upset in wine history. Years later, history repeated itself during a reprisal of the tasting, when yet another wine from Stag’s Leap, Clos Du Val Cabernet, won the tasting.
Stag’s Leap name was supposedly inspired by a stag who successfully avoided hunters by disappearing in the district’s peaks and valleys. The first vines were planted in the18th century; sadly, the original vineyards fell victim first to Phylloxera, and then later to Prohibition. Post-Prohibition, Nathan Fay is credited with planting the first vineyards along the Silverado Trail. His were some of the first Cabernet Sauvignon planting in the United States. Fay sold fruit to Joe Heitz, who designated it as “Fay Vineyard” on his label.
A combination of volcanic and gravely soils produce fruit known for its electric intensity and lengthy, round flavors. A long growing season, with dramatic temperature swings – rapid heat early in the day that give way to cool San Pablo Bay breezes, make for a deft balance between sugar and acidity.
Cabernet Sauvignon remains the dominate variety of the Stag’s Leap District; with some Merlot, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese and Chardonnay rounding out the plantings. Here are 5 incredible wineries from the Stag’s Leap Appellation.


TENNESSEE LAWS ON THE PURCHASE AND SALE OF FIREARMS
Tennessee Statutes and Regulations
Machine Guns and Class III Weapons
You too can purchase a machine gun or other National Firearms Act weapon because ownership is not restricted under Tennessee law.
There are two kinds of firearms under federal law, title 1 firearms and title 2. Title 1 firearms are long guns (rifles and shotguns), handguns, silencers, and firearm frames or receivers. Most NFA weapons are also title 1 firearms. Title 2 weapons are NFA weapons. Title 2 of the 1968 Gun Control Act is the National Firearms Act (codified at 26 U.S.C. sec. 5801 et seq.), hence NFA. Title 1 is generally referred to as the Gun Control Act of 1968, (18 U.S.C. sec. 921 et seq.). NFA weapons are also sometimes called class 3 weapons, because a class 3 SOT (special occupational taxpayer) is needed to deal in NFA weapons.
NFA weapons include categories such as machine guns, sound suppressors, short barreled shotguns, short barreled rifles, destructive devices and items classified as “any other weapons”. NFA weapons do not include the semi-automatic rifles and shotguns which have been since at least 1994 misclassified by many in Congress, government agencies, and the media as “assault weapons.”
Under the provisions of Federal law, anyone over the age of 21 who is not otherwise prohibited from owning a firearm may purchase and own National Firearms Act weapons which include machine guns, sound suppressors (i.e., silencers), short barreled rifles, short barreled shotguns, an other unusual types of weapons commonly classified as an “Any Other Weapon”, and destructive devices. Tennessee law does not regulate, prohibit possession of or prohibit the purchase of NFA weapons. The applicable code section is Tennessee Code Annotated § 39-17-1302(b)(7) which provides in relevant part:
(a) A person commits an offense who intentionally or knowingly possesses, manufactures, transports, repairs or sells:
. . . ;
(3) A machine gun;
(4) A short-barrel rifle or shotgun;
(5) A firearm silencer;
. . .
(b) It is a defense to prosecution under this section that the person’s conduct:
(1) Was incident to the performance of official duty and pursuant to military regulations in the army, navy, air force, coast guard or marine service of the United States or the Tennessee national guard, or was incident to the performance of official duty in a governmental law enforcement agency or a penal institution;
(2) Was incident to engaging in a lawful commercial or business transaction with an organization identified in subdivision (b)(1);
(3) Was incident to using an explosive or an explosive weapon in a manner reasonably related to a lawful industrial or commercial enterprise;
(4) Was incident to using the weapon in a manner reasonably related to a lawful dramatic performance or scientific research;
(5) Was incident to displaying the weapon in a public museum or exhibition;
(6) Was licensed by the state of Tennessee as a manufacturer, importer or dealer in weapons; provided, that the manufacture, import, purchase, possession, sale or disposition of weapons is authorized and incident to carrying on the business for which licensed and is for scientific or research purposes or sale or disposition to the organization designated in subdivision (b)(1); or
(7) Involved acquisition or possession of a sawed-off shotgun, sawed-off rifle, machine gun or firearm silencer which is validly registered to the person under federal law in the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Records. A person who acquires or possesses a firearm registered as required by this subdivision shall retain proof of registration.
(c) It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under this section which the person must prove by a preponderance of the evidence that:
(1) The person’s conduct was relative to dealing with the weapon solely as a curio, ornament or keepsake, and if the weapon is a type described in subdivisions (a)(1)-(5), that it was in a nonfunctioning condition and could not readily be made operable; or
(2) The possession was brief and occurred as a consequence of having found the weapon or taken it from an aggressor.
(d)(1) An offense under subdivisions (a)(1)-(5) is a Class E felony.
(2) An offense under subdivisions (a)(6)-(8) is a Class A misdemeanor.
Thus, so long as the machine gun, short barreled rifle or short barreled shotgun are either “non-functioning” or, if functioning, acquired in compliance the National Firearms Act, the weapons may be legally owned by a civilian in Tennessee.
In order to purchase a National Firearms Act weapon, a proposed purchaser must complete an ATF Form 4 – “Application for Tax Paid Transfer and Registration of Firearm.” Note that the National Firearms Act was passed in 1934 as part of the Internal Revenue Code at a time when the federal government admitted that it could not ban firearms but asserted that it could tax them in order to regulate their ownership and transfer (as if the criminals who they were concerned about really cared about paying taxes). Therefore, the National Firearms Act is a part of the Internal Revenue Code and imposes transfer taxes on these regulated firearms.
The ATF Form 4 identifies the individual who wants to purchase or acquire the weapon, who it is being transferring the weapon, a description of the firearm with serial number, and a section for the Chief Law Enforcement Officer (CLEO) certification. It is submitted to the ATF in duplicate with fingerprints, a photograph, and the appropriate transfer tax ($200 for most weapons, $5 for “Any Other Weapons”
In Tennessee, as in other states, it has traditionally been the CLEO certification that has caused problems for individuals who wanted to make purchases of NFA weapons. The CLEO certification section reads:
“I certify that I am the chief law enforcement officer of the organization named below having jurisdiction in the area of residence of (your name here). I have no information indicating that the transferee will use the firearm or device described on this application for other than lawful purposes. I have no information that the receipt and/or possession of the firearm described in item 4 of this form would place the transferee in violation of State or local law.”
Many local law enforcement officers, particular since the early 1980’s, have simply refused to sign these forms often because they did not believe that individuals had a right or a need to own these types of weapons. Federal law did not require the CLEO’s to sign the forms but the ATF took the position that it would not process the transfer requests without the CLEO certification.
Thus, another relatively recent change in state law was brought about because of repeated instances throughout Tennessee where the chief law enforcement officers (the sheriff in most counties) would simply refuse to sign off on Federal NFA applications by individuals for the transfer of registered firearms. As a consequence, the Tennessee Legislature, with practically no debate, enacted a law which now requires the “chief law enforcement officers” – generally the sheriffs but in Davidson County the chief of police – to sign these forms within 15 days of a request.
§ 39-17-1361. Purchase of firearms; requests for documentation from law enforcement officials (2004)
The sheriff or chief of police of the city of residence of a person purchasing any firearm, defined by the National Firearms Act, 26 U.S.C. § 5845 et seq., shall execute within fifteen (15) business days of any request all documents required to be submitted by the purchaser if the purchaser is not prohibited from possessing firearms pursuant to § 39-17-1316.
Added by 2003 Pub. Acts, c. 275, § 1, eff. July 1, 2003.
What should have been done by an elected official by their oath to follow the law required the passage of a specific law in Tennessee to force these public officials to do that which was always within their power and duty to do.


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Retrospective: Transitioning River Geomorphology and its Impact on Habitat Management
Author(s): Harris, A., AuBuchon, J., Porter, M., McKay, S.K.
Publication: Prepared by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 15 p.
Since the early 1900s, the US government and state-level agencies throughout the southwest have invested ambitiously and prolifically on large-scale engineering projects to mitigate risks due to alternating conditions of drought and flood. These approaches included construction-intensive methods, particularly building dams, levees, and river channelization. The combination of these structures met design goals to reduce flood risk by reducing inundated areas and improving river conveyance. However, the impacts to sediment supply and homogenization of water discharge have generated a geomorphic response that has impacted riparian ecosystems. Channel narrowing, floodplain disconnection, and streambed erosion have been common in these heavily engineered semi-arid river systems.
Due to increased prioritization of ecological function and cost of recurring maintenance challenges, government activities have shifted from hardened river infrastructure solutions to engineering with nature, habitat restoration, and channel maintenance. However, in contrast to hard-engineering projects, habitat management faces challenges in demonstrating longevity, engineering effectiveness, and quantifying habitat quality improvement.
The purpose of this paper is to characterize the geomorphic change that has occurred in one of these highly engineered river systems, the Rio Grande, and how observed trends impact assumptions about restoration effectiveness and project scales. Based on geomorphic trends on the Rio Grande near Albuquerque, NM, we discuss an alternative framework to assess long-term restoration efficacy within the context of geomorphic change. The intention is to increase project resilience and effectiveness. We discuss challenges to innovation in over-allocated and highly engineered river systems, while also demonstrating how such alternatives have economic potential and reduce liabilities by reducing recurring maintenance and improving ecological function.


The implementation of an ERP system is a large and complex task. Such software controls virtually all day-to-day business activity and has a direct impact on the productivity and profitability of an entire organisation.
Unfortunately, such large implementation projects often strike problems. These can range from minor cost or time overruns to major failures that result in significant delays and financial losses.
Often, the problems arise because of misunderstandings between the software vendor and the customer. Each needs to be very clear about their role and responsibilities, and be sure the same holds true for the other side. Misunderstandings can occur either when the vendor fails to explain the processes and requirements of the deployment, or the customer fails to fully understand them.
Customers may assume certain things are going to happen, or certain resources are needed for the project when in fact reality is very different. Untested assumptions can have a dangerous impact on the project’s success.
There are a number of key factors to consider before embarking on an ERP implementation, or any large software deployment project. They include:
It can be tempting to focus on the capabilities of a particular software application and not pay sufficient attention to the vendor behind it. Undertaking thorough vendor due diligence before any decisions are made is vital.
Ask your prospective vendor about the processes they have in place and the methods and documentation they use during a deployment project. Ensure you are comfortable with their knowledge of your business and the benefits the software will deliver. Only once you are satisfied that the vendor is the right fit for your organisation should attention then shift to the detail of the software.
Once a vendor has been selected, the next step is to undertake gap analysis. This maps out the business process requirements of your organisation and determines exactly whether the chosen software will be a good fit. Gap analysis can take place in the form of a series of workshops during which both sides run through their expectations and assumptions for the project and its outcome.
Management of assumptions at this stage is vital for project success. Some vendors fear they will miss out on a sale if they point out the true requirements from the customer, both in terms of staff and commitment, however this is particularly important.
Preparation testing is the next step. This involves talking to all key stakeholders about what to expect from the project, what will be changing, and what this means for them. Early buy-in from all affected employees can help greatly in a successful deployment.
During this step, the vendor should make recommendations on the number and types of customer staff that will need to be involved in each phase of the project.
Most ERP deployments will require software to be tailored to match the specific requirements of an organisation. It’s important to understand how these customisations will be handled by the vendor and what time delays and expense might be incurred during the process.
The organisation must also be clear on the impact of any changes to the initial deployment agreement. Adding additional components or features, known as ‘scope creep’, can significantly slow a project and cause cost overruns.
It’s also worth understanding the implications of working with a global rather than Australian-based vendor. Customer of global vendors may find themselves competing with other larger customers for support rather than having local access to required resources.
This is one of the most critical steps in the deployment project. You should identify key personnel who will take on the roles of users and super users. There should also be a project leader who needs to have a thorough understanding of business processes as well as the authority to make key decisions during the deployment process.
Care should be taken to ensure the selected staff actually have the time required to perform their new duties. Assigning new tasks to already busy people tied up with regular day-to-day operations can cause significant problems during the implementation process.
This is a critical part of the project and often under estimated in terms of the time that should be allowed. Sometimes, customers are unsure what to do in this phase and don’t ask the vendor for guidance. This is a mistake.
It’s important to continue to ask questions throughout the deployment as it removes assumptions and misunderstandings on both sides.
How is the project tracking? Are we meeting our list of requirements agreed at the start of the deployment? Are critical decisions being made in a timely manner?
By following these steps the risks associated with large-scale software deployments can be significantly reduced.
When choosing an ERP [enterprise resource planning system], companies typically look at the range of applications, the features and functionality of the software. They want to know that it will support all the different areas of the business, from the supply chain and logistics to transport. They look for functionality to support advanced planning and material demand control, forecasting, sales, cost control, quality assurance, traceability and more. Only occasionally does anyone stop to think about the underlying database. And this is a pity because in an ERP, the database lies at the very heart of the solution.
The job of the database is to support all the applications. It provides the common repository of data that is crucial when trying to share information between applications, people, departments and partners. The speed of the database, its flexibility and scalability has a profound affect on the performance of the ERP.
Unfortunately, discussions about databases can easily veer into technical territory. Talk about spatial, text, binary and other types of data, transaction loads, platforms, terabytes and petabytes can quickly leave non-technical participants out in the cold. The temptation then is to simply ignore the database and focus instead on the far easier topics of features and functionality. But it doesn’t have to be so.
Following are some very simple suggestions that will help you to understand and evaluate the suitability of a database the next time you go looking for an ERP.
There are many different kinds of databases but two of the most commonly found – among legacy and modern ERP offerings, from small-to-medium up to large solutions – are SQL Server and Oracle. These robust technologies are well-proven, capable of underpinning numerous applications and able to cope with the tens of thousands of daily transactions involved in large-scale manufacturing, distribution and logistics businesses.
Within the sector, there is also a large number of organisations relying on commercial or bespoke ERP systems based on legacy database infrastructure. In other words, the applications have been developed on older databases that may not be able to deliver the reliability, scalability, flexibility and availability expected in business today.
Two examples of legacy databases that periodically turn up in small-to-medium legacy solutions are FoxPro and Access. Never designed for the kinds of demands of an ERP and limited in their size and capabilities, it doesn’t take long for companies to find they are pushing the limits of these systems. More importantly in the case of FoxPro, the database is now at the end of its life, no longer supported by Microsoft. This raises the very real likelihood that one day soon, a new security patch for Microsoft Windows may inadvertently “break” the database permanently.
Even when the applications themselves are relatively modern, if the underlying database is from a past generation, there are many complications that can arise. The older the database, the harder it becomes to find the programming skills necessary to maintain and update the system. And, the rarer the skills, the more expensive they are to acquire.
Moreover, when dealing with databases developed a decade or more ago it can be difficult, if not impossible, to establish connections to the standard tools of today such as tablets, warehouse scanners or other third party peripherals.
The typical lifespan of an ERP system within the logistics sector is around ten years. So when you enter into a partnership with a software vendor, you’ll typically look for assurance that they are going to be there for the long haul. But what about the database – this incredibly important part of the software infrastructure?
Is your database current-generation or, like the FoxPro example above, is it at the end of its lifecycle? Will your choice be supported for the ten or so years you plan to use your ERP system?
The most logical place to start is with standards. Look for an ERP that adheres to industry standards, or even better, one that because of its popularity, has become an industry standard. This will give you the security of a path forwards in future years and will make it easier to integrate and add to your solution with new software or peripherals over time.
For security of mind and certainty of longevity, look for software powered by a proven, market-leading database. The more popular the database, the longer it is likely to be supported by the vendor.
Other essentials include scalability to cope with business growth and reliability of performance. You do want to know the system is likely to keep on operating. Also think about the availability of skills for your chosen database, not just across the overall employment market, but within the logistics sector and your geography.
For reasons of cost, performance and longevity, it’s obvious the database plays an important role when choosing an ERP system. For an enduring return on your ERP investment, look for a database that has the proven power and performance to support the complexity of an ERP. It should be affordable and scalable. Even better, choose a database that has already established itself as the leading industry standard, such as Microsoft SQL Server.
That said, it’s also important to keep in mind the database is just one of the factors that will influence your ERP purchase. A system that doesn’t have the functionality your business requires will be a poor investment, regardless of the quality of its database. Just as a great solution sitting on top of an outdated database will never provide the performance a modern business needs.
Perhaps it’s best to consider the database as a critical item in the check-list, right next to the list of functional areas you need to address and the must-have features that will help improve processes and performance. When you find an ERP solution that offers a fit across all three areas, you’ll know you’ve found the right solution for your needs.
Companies tend to replace their Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for one of two reasons. Either an existing system has reached the end of its operational life, or it is no longer providing the level of support required.
Many companies also come to the realisation that implementing a new ERP system can be a way to gain a competitive edge. By streamlining internal processes and improving customer service levels, they are in a better position to gain valuable market share.
These organisations have taken the step of placing technology at the forefront of their business planning. They recognise the strategic role it can play and understand the value of making required investments. This is not to say that they are allowing IT decisions to take precedence over business decisions, but rather they consider both concurrently.
Because ERP systems sit at the heart of an organisation’s IT infrastructure, any changes made can have unintended knock-on effects. Linkages with other applications and databases can be broken causing disruption to processes across the business.
Such potential problems, however, should not stop organisations embarking on integration projects. The challenge is to complete the project without causing any of these problems.
The goal might be to totally replace the ERP system or add fresh capabilities through the installation of additional add-on applications. Regardless of which goal is relevant, the key is to treat the project as a business-driven initiative that is critical to the long-term growth and profitability of the organisation.
By following a series of carefully orchestrated steps, the perils of an ERP system integration project can be significantly reduced. These key steps include:
The first step is the selection of a suitable technology partner to drive the project. This partner should have deep technical knowledge as well as a thorough understanding of the organisation and its activities. This understanding is vital to ensure the new infrastructure reflects real-world business requirements and will deliver the advantages sought.
Before any changes are made to the existing infrastructure or additional capabilities added, the entire implementation project must be carefully mapped out. This planning process should cover everything from timelines and expected go-live dates to areas of responsibility for both the organisation and its implementation partner. Specific staff members should be nominated as ‘super users’ who can be trained and then assist others as required.
A progress meeting schedule should be created and agreed with lines of responsibility and communication made clear for all involved.
Not all applications are designed to work cohesively or be readily linked to existing systems. Working with the implementation partner, the IT team should determine whether the proposed new ERP system can be integrated with other core IT systems.
There can be particular challenges when it comes to linking a new ERP system with legacy databases. Popular databases, such as SQL Server and Oracle, are robust and able to meet the performance demands of an ERP system, however many organisations have databases in place that were never designed for these kinds of workloads. Examples of these include FoxPro and Access.
If the underlying database cannot provide the required support for the new ERP system, complications can arise. As well as core applications becoming unstable, a lack of support can make it difficult to create links to standard tools such as tablets, scanners or other third-party peripherals.
Prior to switching operations to the new infrastructure, it should be thoroughly reviewed in a quarantined test environment. This will allow all new linkages to be tested for incompatibilities and flows between databases and other applications to be reviewed. Any required changes can then be made before the new system is put into production.
Keeping comprehensive documentation of all changes made to a complex IT infrastructure is vital. Staff who work on the project will inevitably move on, taking their in-depth knowledge of what has been undertaken with them. Proper documentation will ensure that any future alterations can be carried out with full knowledge of exactly what is in place and how it has been configured.
Once the new ERP system has been implemented, rigorous user acceptance testing should be conducted prior to it being put into production. This testing will identify any issues with functionality and user interfaces. Fixing these prior to going live will minimise disruption and help with rapid user acceptance of the new technology.
By taking a methodical and measured approach to the implementation of a new ERP system and its integration with existing applications, the chance of problems can be significantly reduced.
In this way, business and IT strategies can be closely aligned, thereby delivering the most benefits in the shortest period of time.


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Earlier many buzzes widely spread in industry that Tollywood Prince Mahesh Babu is going play mythological character in Guna Sekhar prestigious venture “Rudramadevi” in which Anushka & Rana in lead roles. Rumours are widely circulated that initially Mahesh rejected this cameo role and later on due to Guna Sekhar force he accepted to do cameo in “Rudramadevi”.
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The news has created hulchal in industry and the character name is also revealed as ‘Gonagona Reddy’. Mahesh fans are very excited to see his prince in mythical appearance. But now it’s confirmed that Mahesh is not going to play ‘Gonagona Reddy’ character in this high prestigious role. Latest news is that Tollywood Mass Maharaja has replaced Mahesh for this high prestigious character. It is almost confirmed that Ravi Teja accepted to do this role and he will join in shooting soon.
Sources revealed that due to dates issues and prior comments of Mahesh he dropped at last minute. Finally Guna Sekhar who dream to cast Mahesh for his esteemed venture has comprised with Ravi Teja. The official announcement about his role will be made soon. Anushka , Rana, Prakash Raj, Krishnam Raju, Hamsa Nandini, Ravi Babu and Madhumitha are playing key roles in this 3D film. Ilayaraja is composing music this high expected project and art director Thota Tharani huge sets will be highlight in this film.


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Monthly Archives: May 2011
halfway through our second week of our raw food detox. no turning back to a Standard American Diet (SAD – in so many ways) now – i feel absolutely amazing! of note this week: my husband has stopped snoring. this … Continue reading
i tap my fingers a lot. i wish i had a piano. that is all.
i started a raw food (read: gentle) detox this week. i read all about how ‘transformative’, ‘energizing’, eye-opening, addiction-breaking, fabulous, slimming, beautifying it is. blah, blah, blah. i hate hype. i want to learn how to eat better. how to … Continue reading

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First Look. At sweetheart monument in Ayer. Devens Common Center Wedding. photography by www.mrdrewphotography.com
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Wedding photography cheat sheet, infographic. Great tips for getting the right shots outdoors, inside the church, etc.
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The Best Tips For Getting Better Nutrition0
Freezing them keeps them from spoiling before you can use them. Split your plate according to vegetables, a small quarter for starches, and lean protein. Eat a well-balanced meal before you exercise. Healthy sweets can be just as gratifying when prepared properly. Add a dab of flax-seed oil or cocoa powder (which has antioxidants) to the smoothie. Separate the food on your dinner plate into different parts. You are going to start seeing results fairly quickly.
Choose whole-wheat noodles and a low-fat alternative. You can roast garlic and eating it with toast. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, then have a bit of protein and eat your carbohydrates last. Eat a small meal that can digest quickly and provide you a boost in energy. You will most likely overeat when going to Thanksgiving dinner with an empty stomach. People who are affected by diabetes have difficulty getting all of their nutritional needs.
Cravings for these foods can remain long after the change to a better diet. Taking a high quality multivitamin daily will help you get the best way to ensure your body has all the vitamins it needs. It can also a popular seasoning when used in various dishes. These can give your flavor a boost and add some extra nutritional punch to the nutrients that you need while providing antioxidants as well. They need to eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, products with whole grain and products from dairy with reduced fat.
Try to avoid fatty foods before working out because your body has to work harder to process high-fat foods. You could also crunch up a honey graham cracker into your parfait to add crunch. Eating regularly addresses this because the level of blood sucrose levels within range. Fruits are also good to eat before you work out. You can find one to suit your specific needs in a vitamin store to see what works best for you. While certain dairy products have calcium, potassium, protein and vitamin D, Fortntie song you should choose low-fat or fat-free products.
For example, if you’re an older woman over 50, then you need a vitamin tailored to this demographic. If you have a sweet tooth, or want to binge on potato chips, but it’s also an amazing thing to do for your body. Getting proper nutrition is important for your body to run well. Drink low-fat or skim milk, since the nutritive value stays the same while cutting the calories significantly. Garlic can be a powerful way to avoid sickness and also to maintain your good nutrition. Add a bit of spinach and use ground turkey instead of beef.
Just remember that you must commit to these personal nutrition goals along with the dietary ones. Eating something healthy beforehand will help you fill up faster and avoid overeating. Think about how many calories you’re consuming just in what you drink. They can be tossed in with meat dishes or served as part of almost every meal. Take a taste of these foods and you will understand.


The CSX Raleigh to Hamlet daily freight blasts past this piece of North Carolina railroading history, the ex-Beaufort & Morehead #75. The working days of #75 are long gone, but she's got a great v... (more)
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MultiPlast Systems, Incorporated (MSI) of Solon, Ohio, a manufacturer of renewable and sustainable packaging material (www.multiplastsystems.com), has announced that they will be expanding their manufacturing and application capabilities for its organic, degradable, resin additive for enhanced end-of-life sustainability for plastic packaging and products.
Founded in 1998, MSI has developed proprietary, sustainable, resin packaging options for clients primarily in the food and hospitality industries. One of their primary areas of focus (in addition to PCR and microbial control) has been BEDA, a Bio-Enhanced Degradable Additive that provides a practical, low-cost solution for companies and customers that value products that ultimately degrade in landfills since over 75% of waste in the US ultimately ends up in landfills.*
Different from conventional bio-degradable plastic, BEDA is shelf-stable, remains inert for the life of the product (thereby maintaining its integrity over time), and degrades in landfill conditions. That is because BEDA simply attracts the natural microorganisms that live in landfills that consume the resin with no fragmentation. This natural dynamic significantly accelerates the degradation process.
“We are very pleased to expand the use and applications of BEDA to other markets that appreciate the low-cost sustainable solutions that we provide. BEDA is the practical solution for any company that is concerned about the environment and utilizes plastic (or plastic coated) packaging and/or markets disposable plastic products to target audiences looking for reasonably priced sustainable solutions,” remarked Jeff Apisdorf, Founder/President of MSI.
MultiPlast Systems, Incorporated currently works with leading hotel chains and distributors including Marriott, Hilton, Wyndham, Choice, and Sysco Guest Supply for a variety of product lines including laundry bags, can liners, and guest amenity program packaging.
*www.thebalancemb.com/plastic-recycling-facts-and-figures-2877886; Rick LeBlanc, 3/29/21.


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NEW YORK (AP) — Health officials say 899 people received expired COVID-19 vaccine doses at a vaccination site in Times Square this month. The New York City Health Department says the people who received doses of the Pfizer vaccine at the former NFL Experience building in Times Square between June 5 and June 10 should get another Pfizer shot as soon as possible. City vendor ATC Vaccination Services apologized for the expired vaccine batch in a statement. Health Department spokesperson Patrick Gallahue says people who received the faulty doses have gotten phone calls and emails alerting them to the problem.
Photo: FILE — In this April 12, 2021 file photo, people are interviewed before receiving Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at the ATC Vaccination Services site in New York’s Times Square. Nearly 900 people received expired Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses at the vaccination site in Times Square this month, health officials said Tuesday, June 15, 2021. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, Pool, File)

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OPPO R11 officially announced with dual cameras and Android 7.1 Nougat
A few days after some press renders and a video were leaked, the new OPPO R11 has officially been announced. The phone, which is the successor to the highly successful OPPO R9s, is set for a launch in its home country of China on June 10.
The OPPO R11 will have a 5.5-inch AMOLED Full HD display. Inside, the phone will come with Android 7.1 Nougat out of the box and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor. Owners can also expect 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of on-board storage, along with a 2,900 mAh battery and a fingerprint sensor. It will be sold in gold, rose gold, and black colors.
If you care a lot about smartphone photography, you may have a lot to like about the R11. It will have a dual rear camera setup, with a 20 MP sensor and a separate 16 MP sensor. The R11 will support 2x optical zoom for better close up images, along with a Portrait mode that will blur the background behind the main focus of the image for that perfect photo of your family member or friend. The R11 will also have a large 20 MP sensor for its front facing selfie camera.
OPPO has yet to reveal the price of the R11, but rumors claim the company will price it at $485. OPPO did not officially reveal the rumored R11 Plus today but previous unconfirmed reports claim it may have a larger 6-inch display, along with 6 GB of RAM, and a bigger 3,880 mAh battery. Hopefully we won’t have to wait too much longer for the R11 Plus to get its official announcement.


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Why Abandon Revenue Neutral Tax Reform Now?
Republicans have taken a universally accepted need for tax reform (simpler, fairer) and used it to rally the country around their plans for tax cuts. Every proposed tax reform over the past 7 years (I count five.) has aimed to “Broaden the base. Lower the rates. Be revenue neutral.” The new Republican principle is “Broaden the base. Lower the rates. Increase our deficits.”
Defenders of these large unpaid-for tax cuts argue that we cannot bring down the deficit without higher growth. Tax cuts, however, have never generated enough growth to pay for themselves. After president Reagan cut income taxes, he later raised other taxes in response to rising deficits. His successor, George H.W. Bush, did the same. The ratio of debt to GDP (currently 77%) is now more than twice what it was in 1981. Meanwhile, taxes collected as a percentage of GDP are lower today than in 1981 (17.3% vs 19.1%). The party that shut down the government in 2011 by refusing to raise the debt ceiling, now no longer believes deficits matter.
Republicans want to greatly increase defense and infrastructure spending while our country is also dealing with several natural disasters. And their plan is to lower revenues? We all want and deserve a simpler, fairer tax code. However, the Republican plan is a very, big roll of the dice.
Do Not Fix Deficits Created By Tax Cuts With Cuts To Social Security
As soon as the Senate passed their tax bill, there were already Republicans saying “next we need to go after out-of-control entitlements”. There do need to be reforms to Social Security. But those reforms are needed to make Social Security sustainable, not to off set deficits created by Republican tax cuts.
Republicans should not object to bringing the amount of income subject to FICA taxes in line with the Reagan/Greenspan reforms of 1983. Those reforms were based on FICA taxes paid on 90% of our country’s income. Presently, FICA taxes are only collected on 85% of our nation’s income. This means raising the caps on income taxed for Social Security faster than the CPI rate. (Estimates are perhaps $190,000 by 2020.) Other responsible reforms include a lower percent of lifetime earnings paid out to high income earners and increasing the retirement age (again) to 69 by 2075.
A Revenue Neutral Corporate Tax Reform
U.S. corporate tax rates needed to be lower in order for U.S. global corporations to be internationally competitive and to keep and attract global corporations to our country. However, the Republican approach shifts part of the current corporate tax burden to individuals and increases our deficits. The reduced corporate tax burden should, rather, be shifted to corporate share holders. This approach makes corporate tax reform almost revenue neutral, eliminating much of the pressure to recover revenue from the individual tax system or widen the deficit. It also eliminates much of the rationale for the very complicated Republican proposal for “pass through” businesses.
This reform cuts the corporate tax rate to 15% and ends the preferential treatment of capital gains and dividends. Dividends paid to a shareholder would now be ordinary income. The share holder would receive a tax credit reflecting their share of taxes paid at the corporate level. This finally eliminates any complaint of double taxation of dividends.
In addition to being taxed as ordinary income, capital gains would move to a mark-to-market system where gains or loses are booked and taxed on a year to year basis. To reduce disproportionate compliance burdens, small asset holders would be exempt from the mark-to-market approach. This is not unusual or difficult paperwork. My commodities futures account is automatically valued at year’s end and I book the gains or loses. However, this would be a very big change.
I do have a reservation about paying taxes on unrealized gains. Where is the money for the taxes supposed to come from? Also, I see these capital gains reforms as largely applying to equities. There is still a rationale for treating real estate preferentially. Real estate pays annual property taxes that equities do not and a part of any gain in long held properties acures from inflation.
This approach eliminates the incentive for multinationals to stash profits overseas. Foreign capital would be more likely to be invested in the U.S. Economic considerations rather than tax advantages would be more likely to shape business decisions. Some schemes to portray ordinary income as capital gains would be gone.
In my mind, one of the biggest arguments for this tax reform is that it is a bipartisan plan to cut corporate taxes. It is the combined product of the Tax Policy Center (progressive) and the American Enterprise Institute (conservative). I agree with Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) who says that for any “big policy change to be successful, you need to have bipartisan buy-in.” We need stability and predictability in our tax code. That is best achieved with bipartisan agreements.
2010 Simpson/Bowles Plan
The Simpson/Bowles tax reform /deficit reduction plan still remains the gold standard in approaches to tax reform and deficit reduction. Again, the fact that it was a bipartisan effort (equally hated by each party) signaled its likelihood of ongoing support had it been adopted. It ended many deductions and cut tax rates. Its spending cuts seem almost draconian today: It used a chained CPI, cut military spending, increased the motors fuel tax,…. It remains a picture of the tough choices that face us if we are serious about reforming the tax code and fighting deficits.
I can’t help but comment on the fact that “carried interest” survived the Republican tax reforms. President Trump and others had vowed to end it. It is an indicator, to me, that this is not the comprehensive, middle class friendly tax reform Republicans claim it to be. Brokers who construct portfolios for investors are paid on a commission basis. If their investments do well , they are paid more. However, carried interest lets them treat their commission as capital gains instead of ordinary income – and pay less tax. Does a real estate broker get to treat his or her sales commissions as capital gains?
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
Regrettably, REITs were awarded tax preferences in this tax plan. In some targeted areas REITs have expanded into single family rental properties and are driving up rents. These properties are even bundled and sold to investors. Even if the residential rental market goes this direction, it certainly should not be subsidized by taxpayers. I would work to end all tax preferences for these REITs.