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This is the second in a series of posts that breaks down our article, “Smart After All: Blockchain, Smart Contracts, Parametric Insurance, and Smart Energy Grids,” recently published in the Georgetown Law Technology Review. We previously discussed the enforceability of blockchain-based smart contracts under ESIGN and UETA and will now look at the application of blockchain-based smart contracts for simple insurance contracts. You can read the full article here.
Even though basic insurance contracts can often be boiled down to an agreement to make payment upon the occurrence of a discrete event, administration can quickly become complex. Claims adjusters are needed to assess a claim and its validity and disagreements can arise if parties later disagree about the interpretation of the terms or relied on representations outside of the policy. In addition, parties are often mistrustful of one another because of the potential for fraud, abuse, or denial of claims. In either event, insurance companies incur costs administering even the simplest of contracts, and those costs are often passed along to consumers in the form of higher premiums. However, reducing basic insurance contracts to “if-then” statements and digitizing administration would reduce the cost of administering these products and help overcome challenges of trust and transparency.Continue Reading Efficiency Gains in the Insurance Industry

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Over the last two months, Bangladesh has been hit by the worst flooding in its 27-year history. Tens of millions of people have been made homeless. Around 70 percent of the country and two-thirds of the capital Dhaka have been inundated.
Last week soldiers, police and residents desperately battled to plug more than 100 breaches in the major Dhaka-Narayanganj-Demra dyke protecting the fringes of the capital, where more than one million people live. If it had collapsed, water levels in Dhaka would have risen by up to 2.5 metres in eight hours.
Michael Elmquist from the UN Disaster Assistance underscored the immense scale of the disaster last week. He warned that between 10 and 20 million Bangladeshis faced death from disease and starvation without a massive influx of international aid. If floodwaters remained for five more days, about 10 million would be at risk, and should waters not recede in 20 days, 20 million people may not survive, he said.
UN Resident Coordinator in Dhaka, David Lockwood, said: 'In both food and health, the real crisis is still to come. The crunch will come in three to four months time, and both the government and the international community will have to keep an eye on the food situation in order to avert a famine.'
The International Red Cross stated that it was already fighting a losing battle to get relief supplies and safe drinking water to stricken villages across the country.
Yet the fact that millions of Bangladeshis could perish in the next weeks and months has received scant attention in the international media and from governments in the major industrialised countries. An obvious double standard applies. One only has to consider for a moment what the response would be if a calamity threatening 20 million people was about to take place in Western Europe or Northern America.
Already the floods have killed more than 950 people and left between 30 and 40 million homeless out of a total population of 124 million. Hospitals throughout the country report 175,000 cases of serious diarrhea--a disease that can be fatal, particularly to young children, unless treated. At least 140 people have died already after eating rotten food or drinking contaminated water.
The Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief reported on September 7 that more than 430,000 houses, 660,000 acres of crops and 11,000 kilometres of roads have been damaged so far. Millions of people are living in precarious conditions, cut off by floodwaters, without food, clean water or medicines. Only 900 flood shelters are available to house 350,000 people and even these provide limited protection.
One relief worker described the desperate conditions in Dhaka. 'On some rooftops in the flooded eastern suburbs of the capital you will often see parents tie up their small children with ropes or chains so they do not slip into the floodwater and drown. This happens especially when the child's father and mother are both away seeking relief goods, leaving their babies in the care of their minor brothers and sisters.'
The Bangladeshi government has made an urgent appeal for $US889 million in international emergency aid. At this stage only $102 million, or around $3 per homeless person, has been pledged and much less has actually arrived in the country.
Heavy monsoonal rains caused major rivers--the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Megna--to rise simultaneously in early September, eroding protective embankments and flooding vast areas of the country. These devastating impact of the floods are not simply the result of 'natural causes,' however, but decades of neglect and the lack of adequate flood prevention.
Bangladesh is well known as one of the most flood-prone countries in the world. Fifty-four rivers flow into the country, which has the largest system of deltas and flat lands in the world. Virtually every year areas of the country are hit by floods as the melting of the snows in the Himalayas combines with monsoonal rains and cyclones, and unusual tides in the Bay of Bengal.
According to some scientists, deforestation and mountainside cultivation in the Himalayas has increased the amount of sediment carried by the rivers to three billion tonnes annually, raising the rivers beds and increasing the likelihood of flooding.
In 1988, the country was ravished by one of its worst monsoon floods. A quarter of the population was made homeless, an estimated 2,000 people died and more than 160,000 were affected by water-borne diseases, snake bites and other ills.
In 1991, a cyclone and accompanying storm surge killed an estimated 139,000 people and left another 10 million homeless. The worst affected were some of the most impoverished Bangladeshis who live on the char or shifting mudflats in the river delta near the Bay of Bengal. Most of these temporary islands are little more than a foot or so above the water and disappear within a decade.
Yet despite the obvious need for comprehensive flood control and emergency measures, limited piecemeal steps have been taken. Some embankments have been built to protect major cities and to expand agricultural areas. But for tens of millions of Bangladeshis, there is little protection from the ravages of floods and storms.
Bangladesh is one of the poorest countries in the world. Eighty percent of the population is rural and 60 percent is landless. Per capita income in the early 1990s was just $200 a year. Only 30 percent of men and 19 percent of women are literate, and a staggering 60 percent of children suffer from malnourishment. The country is dependent on international aid for flood relief as well as other emergencies.
After the 1988 floods, the government, the World Bank and other international agencies launched a Flood Action Plan involving 26 study proposals and pilot projects at a cost of $150 million. But what began as a project with projected spending of $10-15 billion from major donors was scaled down to $5 billion and then cut back even further.
The original French plan to build 3,500 kilometres of embankments up to 7.4 metres high, to 'tame the waters of Bangladesh like those of the Netherlands,' was abandoned. Critics of the Flood Action Plan pointed to the many engineering, ecological and social complexities involved in building large embankments to prevent flooding, including the constant shifting of the river courses, the dependence of farmers on the flooding, the risk to downstream populations and the impact on fisheries. In the end, little has been done and once again the masses of Bangladesh have suffered the consequences.
Clearly a comprehensive plan to manage the rivers systems of the Indian sub-continent presents complex problems. But these are not beyond the bounds of human ingenuity. The real difficulties lie in the lack of capital to tackle works necessary to put an end to such disasters. The limited international aid to countries such as Bangladesh is dwarfed by the money flowing out to international banks and major corporations in the form of loan repayments and repatriated profits.
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British electronic music legend Bonobo is set to return this week. Released on January 14th via Ninja Tune, his seventh album, Fragments, may well be his best to date. Sun-drenched electronic in all its glory, it’s a progressive record comprised of anthem after anthem.
Bonobo’s intricate production gives the songs a three-dimensional edge, much like his friend, sound design pioneer Jon Hopkins, does so well. In this sense, as with Migration, his last effort, you could argue that Fragments is much more than plainly an album.
The LP is a collection of tangible sonic paintings that push the concept of production to the limits, showing up a lot of the music that currently occupies the airwaves. It’s intellectual, introspective, heady, and vintage Bonobo. Without a doubt, his most multi-faceted record, there’s a bit of everything on here. Ostensibly trip-hop, it’s also so much more than that. There are elements of dubstep, techno, ambient, garage, lo-fi, and even trap, all blended into this sonic delight.
Upon first listen, track four ‘Otomo’ featuring O’Flynn, grabs your attention. It’s a pulsating piece of techno that contains a sub akin to works by bassy masters such as Burial or Zomby, but takes us on a meandering six-minute journey, not knowing where you’ll end up. This cut is indicative of Bonobo’s sponge-like position as a producer and consumer of music. He pulls from different genres and gives us an audio experience that is truly memorable.
Aside from O’Flynn, there’s also a host of other artists who help bring the record to life. Bonobo pulls in input from Jamila Woods, who shines on the downbeat ‘Tides’, and Jordan Rakei, whose unmistakable vocals augment track two, ‘Shadows’. At other points, there are takes featuring Joji, Kadhja Bonet and Miguel Atwood-Fergurson, who all shine.
What is clear is that the ideas for the album were born out of fragmented ideas and experimentation, imbuing it with a ‘where’s he going to go next?’ kind of thinking, which never fails to take the album to the next level. The segue from ‘Tides’, the album’s centrepiece, into the aptly named ‘Elysian’, is a masterful reflection of this. In fact, ‘Elysian’ ranks among some of the most emotive that Bonobo’s ever made.
Following in this vein is ‘Counterparts’, a synthetic masterwork, harking back to the Migration era. Utilising bells, it transports you to the dancefloor at a festival in some foreign clime, wrapping you in the warmth of the setting sun. Bonobo manages to fuse it with oscillating synths, pulling you in like a narcotic and sending you on your way into the night.
Interestingly, the album marked a departure for Bonobo in the way that he approached writing the album. Many thought the follow-up to Migration would never happen, but it did, and it did in a way that was alien to the man himself. Normally, he’s always composed whilst in transit, but this time, given the advent of the pandemic, he was forced to write stationary, in isolation, as the world grappled with the virus. He was discovering how to translate feelings he’d always struggled to express into music. Over time, aided by the breathtaking expanses of wild nature outside his adopted home of Los Angeles, Bonobo discovered what he was looking for. They were “alien and unique and awe-inspiring”.
As much as the record is about the primal side of existence, it’s also about the dancefloor. He explained: “I remembered all over again how much I loved crowds and movement and people connecting with each other.” In terms of appreciation for the dancefloor, ‘Age of Phase’ is about as fine as you can get. The break that comes just over the halfway point is an effective way of changing the direction of the track, and the textures that Bonobo brings in are spot on.
Coupling this ode to the dancefloor is banger ‘Sapien’. The breakbeat, textures and the heavy sub that kicks in at the end is old-school Bonobo. In the same vein as an Aphex Twin, Skee Mask or Happa piece, it’s another cut that will swiftly make its way into the libraries of DJ’s worldwide. Expect to be hearing it mixed into sets on dancefloors this summer.
I haven’t heard a dance record this refreshing in a long time. From start to finish, it is flawless and confirms why we missed Bonobo so immensely over the past few years. It’s everything you want from an electronic body of work and will be spun for a very long time.
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With promises of warmer weather, fantastic opportunities, and exciting cultures to explore, it’s no wonder that more than 300,000 people in the UK opt to emigrate to other countries each year. Australia and Canada are two of the top choices for Brits, especially those moving for work purposes, so what are some the best ways to ensure your move goes as smoothly and as enjoyably as possible? Read more
An international money transfer is a service that allows you to send money overseas for whatever reason; this can be carried out using your normal retail bank account, international money transfer operators (such as Western Union), FX brokers and peer-to-peer companies. Here at The Money Cloud, we can help you transfer your money internationally, but what are the most common reasons where you would need to use an international money transfer service? Read more
Many British people every year choose to buy a property in France because of the wonderfully relaxed lifestyle France offers. The French have a strong appreciation for the good things in life and many consider them to be among the most cultured people in the world. They have good food and good wine and a more laid back style of life than in the UK, but there are things you need to consider when buying property in France. Read more
It’s no secret that the price of a Rolex, an iPad, or the latest fashion accessories in the US, for example, may be considerably cheaper than in the UK.
I can purchase this item abroad and enjoy a free holiday with the money I have saved, the thinking goes – but does this kind of conclusion have its basis in fact, or fiction? Read more
There is much to be said for living life as an ex-pat – the sense of freedom it can give a young person or couple seeking adventure in their early twenties, the opportunity to learn a new language and explore a new culture, and a more (or less, depending upon your point of view) forgiving climate.
But when it is time to start raising a family, many ex-pats choose to return to the UK. It makes sense for several reasons; to be closer to family, to educate children in the same system as their parents, to obtain a British passport.
That said, there are some equally compelling reasons to remain abroad. Let’s look at the pros and cons of 5 of the most tempting places to live as a family abroad. Read more
It’s hump-day, and budget day, so perhaps it’s time for a welcome bit of escapism.
With the end of the first quarter of 2017 rapidly approaching, if you haven’t started planning where to spend your major holiday for this year, here are 5 luxury destinations you might want to consider.
It’s well worth downing tools for five minutes and indulging yourself, if only for the smile it will put on the faces of your children, wife, husband, partner, and you!
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If the thought of running your Fintech challenger, digital startup or indeed, any other kind of business in a post-Brexit Britain is just too horrific, there are plenty of places in Europe that will welcome you with open arms – provided your Europhile credentials check out, of course.
Here are 5 recommendations below – feel free to share yours with us – and of course, when it comes to arranging moving money abroad, we will be more than happy to help.
There are all sorts of reasons to send money overseas, but whether it’s for business reasons; paying the wages of an overseas employee, for example; personal, buying a property or sending money to a new country before relocating there; or family, paying for a son’s or daughter’s education perhaps; the same rules apply when searching for the right service.
Let’s take a look at the 5 things to look out for before making a transfer. It pays, literally, to plan in advance, take your time, and consider all the options available to you. You might be surprised how many there are. Read more
Although we don’t quite know how the UK economy will change as a result of Brexit, what we do know is that many of the news sources are focusing almost exclusively on how those living in the country will be affected. But how about those living abroad? British expats, EU residents, and even those living elsewhere in the world are beginning to ask how they might be affected by the result of the referendum, and want to ensure that they’re doing everything they can to protect themselves, and their money, at this time.
Business as Usual for UK Expats
If you’ve waved goodbye to drizzly England and taken up residence on sunnier shores, don’t panic. You’re certainly not alone – an estimated 1.3 million Brits live on the continent thanks to the free movement laws within the EU – and despite what some scaremongers are saying, it’s very unlikely that you’ll become an illegal immigrant overnight. While we can’t predict the future, it is suggested that the UK will enter into some sort of agreement with the EU. Think about Norway, for example. Although they are not a part of the EU, British citizens are still able to live and work in Norway without the need for a visa.
Perhaps the biggest concern for Brits living abroad is money transfers. If you’re receiving a UK salary or UK pension, unfavourable currency exchange rates can have an impact upon day-to-day life. But depreciation is nothing new. In fact, the pound was actually lower against the euro in December 2008 than it is following the referendum. People overcame this by using dedicated FX services such as The Money Cloud who can provide big savings on international money transfers; it’s no different this time around.
Good News for EU Residents
If you live in another EU state and have been thinking about coming to live and work in Britain, experts are saying that you will still be able to do so. ‘It will still be possible to employ personnel from EU member states’, says Omer Simjee of Irwin Mitchell Solicitors. There may be a little extra work to be done, and a few more ‘administrative costs’, according to Simjee, but it is expected that emigration from EU states to the UK for work purposes will not be significantly affected by the result of the referendum.
A Boost for the Developing World
Many countries around the world have voiced concern that Brexit will not only affect the European region, but elsewhere, too. However, it is possible that the situation will be beneficial to many of these countries, particularly those in the developing world. If the majority of UK trade is shifted from the EU, it is likely that the Commonwealth nations will be a major focus. Countries such as India, Kenya, and Pakistan could benefit significantly. Fortunately, services such as The Money Cloud make it easy to send money abroad, and receive money from abroad, providing the best currency exchange rates for trade.
By Emmanuel Addy – Emmanuel has over 12 years’ experience of developing partnerships in the FX/digital payments sector. He has also worked alongside Huw Jenkins, in money transfer comparison since the sector began before consolidating his experience to co-found The Money Cloud.
Eastern trade is likely to expand at a rate not seen for centuries as China’s ‘New Silk Road’ looks set to go ahead, following the announcement of a $40bn investment in the planned trading route. The expansion of roads and railways from China across the globe means stronger links between all countries involved, but how will this affect eastern currencies?
Economic integration isn’t a new concept to Africa; sub-regional markets have emerged throughout the continent since the ’60s. But while there hasn’t been as much integration in the past few decades as many leaders would like, that’s looking set to change. A recent African Union summit set a 2017 deadline for the creation of a continental free-trade area, building on the Tripartite Free Trade Area (TFTA), which covers 26 countries.
Today we’re looking at what such an expansive free-trade area could mean for Africa’s social and economic development. If it manages to propel to some of the world’s poorest countries towards prosperity and stability, it has every chance of shaking up the global economy and foreign exchange for the better. Read more

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Chrissy is 2003 graduate of the former Southwest Texas State University. There she received her Bachelor’s of Science in Dance with Teacher Certification. In San Marcos, she danced under Dr. Joan Hays. She also took from many other fabulous teachers such as the late Karen Earl, LeAnne Smith, and Pat Stone.
Chrissy also served as Captain her Senior year for the John Marshall Dance Team under Stacey Becker. Here she performed her solos in Showmakers Competitions where she placed as a top finalist.
Chrissy began dancing at the age of 3 under the late Kay Weiner. She also began dancing competitively at the age of eight. Competitive dance gave Chrissy the opportunity to travel and dance across the country.
Chrissy’s Dance Academy is currently in it’s 12th year. In that time, the academy has been voted a “People’s Choice” Best Dance Studio by the Helots Echo Newspaper readers 9 times and brought home a National Championship 6 times!
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St Croix Lake is one of the most popular fishing destinations in the Midwest. It is situated in the St Croix River Valley and is a popular spot for anglers who are looking to catch some of the best game fish in the area. The lake is home to a variety of species including largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye, muskellunge and smallmouth bass.
The lake has an abundance of both natural and artificial structures that offer great fishing opportunities for all levels of anglers. The shallow areas are great for shore fishing, while deeper water can be navigated with boats for more advanced angling.
There are several boat launches located on the lake that provide easy access to its waters.
The St Croix also has excellent water clarity, allowing anglers to spot fish from a distance and Target specific species with ease. As well as this, there are plenty of cover for fish such as weeds, rocks or sunken logs that provide prime hiding spots for prey. This makes it easier for fishermen to find concentrated areas where they can have productive days.
The lake is home to a huge variety of baitfish which makes it an ideal spot for catching gamefish such as largemouth bass and northern pike. Anglers can also find success using artificial lures such as crankbaits and spinnerbaits which can be effective when Targeting these species.
Overall, St Croix Lake provides some of the best fishing opportunities in the region and is sure to please any angler looking to get out on the water and catch some great game fish. With its abundance of natural structures and baitfish, it’s no wonder why this lake is so popular among fishermen.
In conclusion, St Croix Lake offers some of the finest fishing opportunities in the Midwest. With its clear waters, abundance of natural structures and baitfish population it’s no wonder why this lake attracts so many anglers each year looking to land their next big catch.
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned fisherman, there’s something for everyone at St Croix Lake; so what are you waiting for? Get out there and cast your line!
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Fishing on Lake Wisconsin is an exciting and rewarding experience. Located in south-central Wisconsin, this lake is home to a variety of different species of fish. The lake offers excellent fishing opportunities for anglers of all skill levels.
Pomme de Terre Lake is a popular fishing destination located in southwest Missouri. The lake was created in 1978 and has become a key resource for recreational activities, including fishing. Anglers come from near and far to take advantage of the plentiful fish species that inhabit the lake.
Stave Lake is located in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia and is renowned as a great spot for fishing. The lake is surrounded by lush forests and provides a great opportunity to catch bass, trout, and other species of fish. It’s also known for its abundant wildlife, with bald eagles, ospreys, and loons often seen flying overhead.
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If you’re looking for a great fishing spot, you could do a lot worse than Devils Lake Wisconsin. The lake is renowned for its abundance of fish and the quality of the fishing experience it offers. Devils Lake is a 5,000 acre glacial lake located in the Baraboo Hills area of Wisconsin.
Lake Greeson is a stunningly beautiful lake located in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountain range in Arkansas. It’s one of the most popular fishing spots in the area, and for good reason. The lake is full of largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, bream and several other species.
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Lake Superior is one of the most popular lakes in the world for fishing and has been a favorite destination of anglers for decades. It offers an abundance of different species, from walleye to lake trout and northern pike, as well as some unique opportunities like ice fishing. The lake is incredibly vast, with more than 31,700 square miles of surface area.
Lake Barkley is a favorite of fishing enthusiasts looking to catch some of the best fish in the country. Located in western Kentucky, Lake Barkley is known for its excellent bass fishing, but there are also plenty of other fish species that call the lake home. The lake itself covers more than 60,000 acres and contains a number of different species of fish such as bluegill, sunfish, crappie, catfish, walleye and more.
Mille Lacs Lake in Central Minnesota is one of the most popular fishing destinations in the United States. Every year, thousands of anglers flock to the lake in search of walleye, northern pike, muskie, and other game fish. Although it has been a bit slow lately due to changing weather patterns and water levels, Mille Lacs Lake still offers some incredible fishing opportunities.

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Solderless, no effort coax connectors. They are designed for RG58 59 coax and are compatible with the popular UHF series chassis connectors. To install one, all you do is trim the cable and screw everything together. The only tools needed are a pocket knife and a small pair oi pliers. Since everything is held together by pressure, the tighter you screw it together - the stronger your connection will be.
In the installation of one there are a few points to avoid or you can be in as much trouble as when you started. This piping is a commonly used material called PVC. It is plastic, usually black in color and rather hard in texture although quite soft to cut. A pocket knife or hacksaw will do a good job. It is recommended that the pipe be joined with a special gUic made for PVC, however pipe clamps can be used instead if tightened securely. PVC is mated by the slip joint method which results in smooth joints inside the pipe. It can be purchased from any plumbers supply house and or most hardware stores and is nominal in price, ranging around 15c a lineal foot Two or three elbows will be needed in an average job and they cost about 75c each. My job cost ran about 6.00.
A very serviceable panel bushing can be made from a defective volume control. The conversion is simple. First, loosen the tabs holding the cover and slide it off the back. The switch assembly, if it lias one, will come off at the same time. Remove the clip which holds the shaft in place. This is done by pulling outward on the shaft and simultaneously inserting a knife blade between the threaded shank and the clip, i wist slightly and the clip will come out of its recess, The shaft may now be removed through the rear of the control. Break off the fiber disc upon which the resistance element is deposited and you have an excellent panel bushing equivalent to the best on the market. Cost NIX,
To be a trough line pi network on two meters, changing to a good old coil type pi network on six. The switch is a slightly reworked (solder on some strap copper leads) knife blade copper switch with a porcelain base and it sure does the job. Used to sell for 50 in all the hardware stores. Maybe still does.
After a few trips by ai r I've gotten the hang of what I can or cannot get through the baggage inspection stations, Since I need a small knife to open packages shipped for use at hamfests, I always used to pop my little Swiss Army knife in my camera bag. It was handy, with a built-in scissors, screwdriver, file and things like that.
There are two major styles of fuses the plug and cartridge. The plug fuse will not be discussed in this article. Cartridge fuses are o t two types. One type has knife blades and the other has ferrules. The ferrule fuses are normally used to interupt circuits up to 60 amps and the knife blade fuses are used to interupt circuits carrying 60 to 600 amps. Ferrule fuses are generally used in electronic equipment.
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One of my goals in 2017 was to read more short stories. I was indeed intentional in selecting short stories collection whenever possible, but I was also helped by the fantastic e-mail list “Season of Stories”, sponsored by Penguin Random House, which started mid-September, sent out stories in 4 daily installment every week and ran until yesterday! (Or so I believe, maybe they will go on sending out their good stuff forever and ever…).
It was very diverse and eye-opening for me. Even if I didn’t enjoy every story, I enjoyed discovering them all! So here is a little roundup from the latest to the first.
1 – “Crocodile Shoes” by Jojo Moyes from her collection, Paris for One and Other Stories: the only one I had previously read (and reviewed just recently). Such a heart-warming, glowy story.
2 – “Plague of the Firstborn”, by Etgar Keret from his collection, The Bus Driver Who Wanted to be God. I know Etgar Keret through This American Life, I own a collection of stories of his. This one was about the Bible plagues, but viewed from an interesting angle. Funny, but with an emotional twist.
3 – “Best of All Possible Homes” by Annabelle Gurwitch from her collection, Wherever You Go, There They Are. This one remains unread in my mail box. Perhaps discouraged by the story of the previous week, I had no time that week or since, sorry!
4 – “The Largesse of the Sea Maiden” by Denis Johnson from his eponymous collection. This one I didn’t get. at. all. I tried, and tried, but I threw the towel on day 3. It’s a loose collection of memories, but I didn’t get into any of them.
5 – “What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky” by Lesley Nneka Arimah from his eponymous collection. Set in a dark futuristic Africa (somewhat post-apolyptical), it was a stunner. Totally heart-wrenching and full of images and sensations.
6 – “Babies in Limbo”, by Patricia Lockwood from her collection, Priestdaddy. I read it through but couldn’t relate to this weird, dysfunctional family
7 – “The Christmas Dance”, by James McBride from his collection of short stories, Five-Carat Soul. Loved it. Set in New York with a young PhD candidate trying to interview Black WW2 veterans, only to unearth a deeply moving old story that still reverberate to this day.
8 – “Reindeer Mountain” by Karin Tidbeck from her collection of short stories, Jagannath. Impressed and so wanting to know more about Tidbeck’s world, full of Swedish myths!
9 – “Yeoman” by Charles Yu from his book of short stories, Sorry Please Thank You. It was plain fun. I don’t normally do SF, but I didn’t exactly know comic SF was a subgenre.
10 – “Everyone talks”, by Lee Child from his collection, No Middle Name: The Complete Collected Jack Reacher Short Stories. I know of Lee Child but have never read him. Crime and police procedurals are hardly ever short story material, so I was doubly impressed. Suspense and twists galore in such a short format.
11 – “But Also Bring Cheese” by Kate Tellers, from the collection The Moth Presents: All These Wonders. A daughter faces her mother’s death, but I didn’t quite relate to it.
12 – “The Plastic Surgeon” by Josh Barkan from his collection Mexico. The hero of the story is an ambitious American plastic surgeon in Mexico, who suddenly as a gangster in his surgery waiting room, requesting a total makeover, with difficult consequences.
13 – “Why Were They Throwing Bricks” by Jenny Zhang from his collection Sour Heart. Chinese American kids (the narrator hits puberty) confronted to their Chinese mainland grandmother with her intrusive and demanding love. I found it so, so true (I know some Chinese grandmas just like this character), and yet so disturbing.
14 – “Dreaming in Polish” by Aimee Bender from her collection of short stories, The Girl in the Flammable Skirt. A confirmation that Aimee Bender’s stories are not my thing.
15 – “Prom” by Hasan Minhaj from the collection The Moth Presents: All These Wonders. An awkward coming-of-age story heavy with race prejudices but still so funny.
Happy holidays to you all and merry Christmas!


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When you’re planning your trip from Cork to Paris, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Cork Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you are looking for an alternate airport near Cork Airport, Shannon Airport is a great option and is located in Shannon. The least expensive flight option from Cork to Paris will typically be SNN — CDG during the month of March with an average price of €112 RT.
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Birdy performs an exclusive, global livestream from Wilton’s Music Hall in London, the oldest Grand Music Hall in the world. Featuring a career spanning set from Birdy, who will be accompanied by a brand-new band that includes 8 string players, a clarinet and a French horn, this one-off, multi-camera show is set to be quite different to anything Birdy has ever undertaken before. In order to accommodate audiences globally, this livestream concert will be broadcast across multiple timezones. There are no restrictions on which stream you can watch so please choose the most convenient stream for you. This show will not be available on-demand after it has taken place, and with no audience permitted to be there either, the only way to see Birdy perform in this amazing venue will be to purchase tickets.
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THE WONDER CYCLE...AUTOMOBILE AND NATURE
• For over half a decade car users and traders in this country have tasted the freedom of buying and selling – since the Government announced the reduction in import duties for completely built up cars in the year 1992.
But the severe economic downturn and fluctuating foreign exchange rates that have beset our economy in the past year or so have made free trade a luxury that we can no longer afford, and the Government has to set up a tariff wall to restrain car import once again.
Be that as it may, we cannot deny the immense benefits of the free market system, especially in the setting of standards of assembly and advanced production technology by the "World Cars" for "Thai Cars" from local assembly plants to emulate.
Therefore, allowing CBU's to be imported in reasonable numbers while sumultaneously promoting the domestic automotive industry, both for local consumption and the export market, would seem to be a solution most appropriate to the situation and reality.
The fact that in 1997 the number of cars assembled for the local market had dropped 20% from the previous year, in contrast to the surge in cars export which had more than doubled both in volume and value (information from automotive vehicles group, Industrial Council of Thailand) not including export of automotive engines and parts which had also increased at no less a rate.
Moreover, the growth rate of our automotive industry is still on the increase as a result of investment in production plants in the country by large manufacturers of the world who recognize the future potential of Thailand. In this regard, credit should be given to the relentless effort over several decades of the pioneering companies to develop and modernize production techniques in order for our exports to be internationally accepted.
Such phenomenon not only indicates a bright future for Thailand’s automotive industry, but also provides proof that "Thai Cars" from an assembly line within the country are now of a quality that is comparable to that of the "World Cars". For this reason, we have been preparing to organize "Bangkok Motor Show '99" under the concept "The New Horizon...Thai Cars – World Cars" to provide an opportunity to the public to touch and select both "Thai Cars" with internationally accepted quality and "World Cars" packed with advanced technologies.
Above all, the Show will let them witness and share together the discovery of the gleaming "New Horizon" of automotive market in Thailand.


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This Christmas, please join us in remembering our loved ones who were taken too soon.
Or send a message of love and hope to families who are still fighting and survivors who are dealing with the long-term effects of treatment.
For information on our work visit www.childhoodcancer.ie or contact us.
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Newcastle mother 'felt sick inside' at adoption data leak
A mother who has adopted two children "felt sick inside" when she discovered her details and those of thousands of others had been leaked.
Newcastle City Council said information about 2,743 children and their adoptive parents was mistakenly added to a party invitation sent to 77 people in June.
The woman said she had to call 23 times before she could speak to someone at the council about the data breach.
The council has apologised, adding the staff member involved had resigned.
The details, dating back to 2004, included names, addresses and birthdates of the children and their adoptive parents. It was mistakenly attached as a spreadsheet to an invitation to a summer party being organised by the authority.
The woman, who is not being identified, said: "When I found out what information had been sent out I felt sick inside.
"We have had two letters from the council reassuring us. But I don't feel reassured.
"When I got the first letter it asked me to ring a number, so I did. Fifteen times I rang throughout the day and couldn't speak to anyone.
"So the next morning I started ringing again and I got to the eighth time and there was still no-one answering."
She said she was fearful the information could find its way on to social media.
The woman added: "The council can't guarantee that everyone who got the email has deleted it or that it won't get out further.
"These children were placed in care for their safety. Some have had horrendous things happen to them and you don't want the safety of your children put at risk.
"There are birth parents out there that try to get in touch with their children. It just worries me that one day they could end up on the doorstep."
A spokesman for Newcastle City Council said: "The member of staff involved has resigned from the council.
"The member of staff concerned was authorised to use the data.
"However, in accidentally attaching the spreadsheet they contravened the council's standard practice and guidance provided to members of staff."
The Information Commissioner's Office is investigating and has the power to levy a fine of up to £500,000.
The council has set up a dedicated helpline for those involved on 0191 211 5562.

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Childbirth should be a joyous occasion, but unfortunately for many women around the world it is an extremely risky and scary undertaking. More than 343,000 women in developing nations die during childbirth each year – a number Saving Mothers strives to reduce. In Kenya alone, the maternal mortality rate is 488 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births; a rate that is exacerbated in the region of West Pokot.
In West Pokot, there is only one hospital, the Kapenguria District Hospital, which serves a population of 500,000 people. At Kapenguria, Saving Mothers has been conducting a prenatal continuum of care program since 2015 to reduce maternal mortalities and birth related complications. We provide prenatal care to the 3,500 women that deliver annually at this location (of whom 40% are between the ages of 12-18). The Saving Mothers team provides women with ultrasounds, educates local providers, offers free IUD insertions and prenatal vitamins, and performs lifesaving pro-bono surgeries.
Presently, the hospital staff collects data on paper, which is inefficient, time-consuming, and environmentally unfriendly. This, in addition to various other reasons, is why Saving Mothers needs your help in raising money for Wi-Fi. With Wi-Fi we will be able to:
1) Hold virtual conferences for the community at large. These conferences would include educational sessions for the staff, patients, and citizens on prevalent diseases, treatments, and new technologies relating to women’s health. This will not only reduce the travel time and expenses for Saving Mothers staff, but will enable ongoing, up-to-date education.
2) Provide emergency assistance. 83% of women in West Pokot, Kenya deliver at home without a skilled healthcare provider. This often leads to preventable maternal deaths and birth related complications. With Wi-Fi capabilities, local healthcare providers can connect with the mothers via telephone to provide emergency assistance when needed.
3) Engage in telemedicine. Saving Mothers has the software to remotely read ultrasounds that are provided to the mothers by our Kenyan staff. With Wi-Fi, Saving Mothers would finally be able to use this software to help Kenyan providers at Kapenguria make diagnoses and provide treatment options for the mothers.
4) Purchase tablets in order to collect data and educate patients using Microsoft pictorial guides, videos, and interactive resources. Currently, the hospital staff at Kapenguria uses paper made pamphlets, but with Wi-Fi we will be able to give them unlimited information. For instance, we could demonstrate how to put in an IUD and demonstrate what a breech baby looks like.
Ultimately, these changes will help strengthen the ability to empower women to make their own decisions pertaining to their sexual and reproductive health. Through these advancements in our programing, we will be able to increase access even further to basic reproductive care. At Saving Mothers, we believe no mother should die giving life, and we need your help to make this happen.

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Around 20 years ago, Gareth Davies started Burton-on-Trent company TAS Engineering as a steel, stainless steel and aluminium fabrication shop.In 2014, he established a machine shop to add extra value to the products the company was forming and welding. Today, there is a pair of three-axis vertical machining centres on-site and a trio CNC lathes, the latest of which is a pre-owned Cincom L20 sliding-head turning centre from Citizen Machinery.
What prompted the purchase in October 2023 of this 20-year-old lathe, the company’s first sliding-head model, was a desire for more efficient turningof components in various materials from bar up to 20 mm in diameter. A case in point is the ongoing production of a 16 mm diameter, 316 stainless steel magnet holder, which is welded to a small, laser-cut and bent plate to form part of a safety unit for industrial switchgear. The turned component, of which 200 are required per month, was previously produced complete on one of two fixed-head, twin-spindle lathesin a 2.5-minute cycle.
It was apparent that the steel magnet holder could be produced more quickly on a modern Citizen L20 twin-spindle sliding-head turning centre due to the faster axis motions of the gang tool carriers on the former compared with the turret movements of fixed-head lathes. However, Davies was surprised to find it was possible to machine the part more than three times faster on the Cincom: the cycle now takes just 48 seconds.
He says that although the purchase price of the lathe was only about 24% of the investment needed for a modern 20 mm capacity L-series Cincom, he was treated by all Citizen Machinery UK staff as though he were purchasing a new L20.
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The primary concern is unburned vinyl chloride. The uncontrolled, open-air fire is very highly unlikely to have burned even a majority of it: whilst it is flammable, like any other fire it requires oxygen, and there were no accelerants in the crash. The cars leaked for days before they were set on fire, and holes were made in the tankers: that is plenty of time for vast quantities to have seeped into the ground and surrounding water, which has been confirmed thus far to have contaminated the Ohio River, and will very likely be confirmed to have entered the Mississippi. The intense heat and lack of oxygen at ground zero means that the majority of the vinyl chloride, which boils at 8°F, is highly likely to have been lofted into the air unburned, and is currently being rained down again everywhere from Canada to NY to Kentucky.
It’s Not Just The Wind
The fact that acid rain has been reported as far north as Ontario, and as far south as Kentucky, constitutes something of a confirmation of another worst-case scenario: the chemical, which was leached into soil, rivers and groundwater, is evaporating and raining down again, far outside the area which could have possibly been reached by the winds, which are blowing east-northeast. Vinyl chloride takes months to denature when dissolved into water or leached into soil.
A much smaller spill in 2012 in NJ. They managed to avoid setting that one on fire.
The Ohio and Mississippi River basins permeate most of the eastern side of the country. There is a smaller area covered by the Tennessee River basin around Georgia; while the contaminated water may or may not directly reach those areas, the prevailing winds are still likely to push the chemical to the east, even that far south. Southern FL might be lucky enough to escape the devastation, but I would not be waiting around to see.
Vinyl chloride is toxic in extremely tiny amounts. Specifically, the metabolite chloroethylene oxide binds to guanine in our DNA, completely and thoroughly destroying any affected DNA. It only takes the tiniest of exposures to be practically guaranteed severe cancers, particularly sarcoma of the liver, which is where that most toxic metabolite is first produced. Untold quantities of dioxin have also been produced: if vinyl chloride is the silver medalist of carcinogenicity, dioxin is the gold, and it is far more persistent in the environment than even the vinyl chloride.
A gigantic bonfire of millions of gallons of vinyl chloride is the single worst chemical and environmental disaster imaginable. If the entirety of Lake Michigan had magically turned into VX gas – a rapidly lethal World War II nerve agent – it still wouldn’t be anywhere near this bad.
Furthermore, there is mounting, albeit strongly circumstantial evidence, that this may have been a deliberate attack after all.
A Deliberate Chemical Weapons Attack?
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Green water has been reported in East Palestine. Let’s review the chemicals released and produced by burning, and the colors they will turn water upon mixing:
- Vinyl Chloride (VC): Colorless water (primary product) and colorless to light yellow water (combustion product – hydrogen chloride)
- Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGMBE): Colorless water (primary product) and clear to pale yellow water (combustion product – acrolein)
- Ethylhexyl Acrylate (EHAA): Colorless water (primary product) and clear, colorless to cloudy water (combustion product – formaldehyde)
- Isobutylene (i-C4H8): Colorless water (primary product) and clear, colorless water (combustion product – formaldehyde)
- Butyl Acrylates: Colorless water (primary product) and clear, colorless to cloudy water (combustion product – formaldehyde)
None of these products produce bright green water. How could bright green water possibly have been formed?
3082 is the label for nickel oxide. Fifteen tanker trucks labelled 3082 were seen heading to East Palestine on the 15th of February, and the next day, there was reporting on residents’ bright green tap water. Nickel oxide – up to 150,000 gallons of it, given the capacities of the tanker trucks – produces nickel chloride when it is mixed with vinyl chloride, at atmospheric temperature and pressure, which certainly does turn water green. Nickel chloride is also extremely toxic and carcinogenic, and dissolves in water much more readily than vinyl chloride: if that is indeed what took place, which is not yet confirmed, but seems likely, then it’s that much worse.
Why, for the love of God, would anybody mix fifteen tanker trucks of nickel oxide into the spill? It is not a fire suppressant or dry powder agent like sodium bicarbonate. It is used as a flame retardant in small amounts for plastic mixtures (of which vinyl chloride is a precursor, to PVC), but absolutely not for anything approaching this scale.
Poisoning half the country and destroying a majority of America’s farmland would be a great reason.
Netflix released a movie in December (“White Noise”), playing out precisely what’s taken place here, down to being filmed in the very same town, East Palestine, in which it occurred.
The CDC also “updated” the data on vinyl chloride in late January, before the crash, and after 17 years untouched.
The EPA has also been very obviously falsifying air and water tests, and let’s not forget the reporter that was arrested for trying to investigate.
The conspiracy theorists are 60-nil these days, so I think Hanlon’s Razor is inverted until further notice. There’s no coincidences anymore.
Also notable is Deagel’s 100 million population prediction. This is the first event that could conceivably reach that number in the allotted time, by 2025; with 250 million people east of the Mississippi River, and the untold devastation knocking on to affect the rest of the country, this could easily do that.


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Any fans of N here? That ninja game? Yeah, that one you probably broke a keyboard playing at some point. There’s a new version of that: N v2.0
Personally, I will always prefer N+ because it’s more fun to play with a gamepad than a keyboard, and I’m really looking forward to N++. This trailer and the first few levels are still worth your time though.
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PROVIDENCE – “Things need to change” in the Ocean State economy, Rhode Island Foundation Executive Director Neil Steinberg told business and community leaders Friday morning in a plea for new ideas at the nonprofit’s Make It Happen RI forum.
For two hours, gathered around tables in the Rhode Island Convention Center, the state’s business and community leaders proposed new strategies for workforce training, investment vehicles, marketing and a wide array of public-private partnerships.
Among the many ideas that gained traction in a discussion on attacking unemployment:
Convincing the tax-exempt institutions in the state with the largest endowments to invest them in a new Rhode Island-based $100 million investment vehicle that would provide capital for new businesses. “We have a venture capital gap - we go to these institutions with endowments and ask them to invest in Rhode Island,” said Providence Economic Development Director Jim Bennett.
Pairing the state’s lowest-performing public schools with its largest employers in a mentorship and training partnership.
Publishing a volume of all the state’s positive characteristics to counteract a culture of negativity that attendees agreed permeates it.
Improving and further centralizing the state’s job databases to match the unemployed with openings.
Competing with Boston for companies.
In discussions on improving the business environment attendees discussed creating more groups based on the Betaspring model, creating new partnerships between businesses and universities and getting more business people in government.
In the afternoon, groups are tackling the “skills gap,” helping entrepreneurs, and growing existing businesses.


Programming note: Watch the pregame edition of Warriors Outsiders tonight at 6 p.m. PT streaming live on the MyTeams app.
Kevon Looney has started 13 of the last 14 games for the two-time defending NBA champions. He is averaging career highs in points (6.5), rebounds (5.4), assists (1.8) and field goal percentage (63.3).
All of that seemed impossible about 14 months ago, when Looney was barely in the rotation. In late October 2018, the Warriors declined his $2.23 million option for the 2018-19 season. Back in late March, Looney told Tim Kawakami and Marcus Thompson on the Warriors Plus/Minus Podcast that management's decision was "kind of a let down."
He was a little more demonstrative when reminiscing recently.
"They’re not picking up my option and I’m not playing. How am I going to stay in the NBA?" Looney discussed with Marcus Thompson of The Athletic. "If I can’t get an opportunity to play, like how does it work?
“That was the low point. I was hot, but I was trying to play it off.”
He channeled the frustration and ended up having a very productive season. Many thought Looney would be too expensive for the Warriors to retain in free agency, yet somehow he didn't receive a single offer.
If Looney continues to play like he is now for the remainder of the regular season and playoffs, it's going to take more than the minimum to bring him back for the 2019-20 campaign.
But that conversation is for another time.
Other takeaways from The Athletic's feature on Looney:
-Looney's mother is one of 15 children
-When Looney's mother "wound up pregnant a third time at age 29, doctors told her she shouldn’t have the baby. She thought about it for a week. She prayed. "God told me I would be all right,” she said. “And the doctor told me, ‘I pray that your God is right.’ Kevon was the baby the doctor told me not to have.”
Drew Shiller is the co-host of Warriors Outsiders. Follow him on Twitter @DrewShiller


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(Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc planned to hike the annual fee for its popular Prime service by $20 to $99 starting next week, a move announced Thursday that could deter potential customers and undermine a feature that has helped drive its business.
BP has reached an agreement with the US Environmental Protection Agency that will allow the energy company to resume bidding for federal government contracts, ending a ban resulting from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon disaster.
After a dismal 2013, Royal Dutch Shell Royal Dutch Shell says it has a plan to fix itself. Earlier today in a presentation to investors, Shell's new CEO Ben van Beurden emphasized that he intends to usher in a more tight-fisted, cost-conscious regime at Shell.
China's Premier, Li Keqiang, was speaking after the annual session of the national people's congress. Photograph: Feng Li/Getty Images.
Reuters: The U.S. government posted a smaller budget deficit than expected in February as receipts came in stronger than in the same period a year ago.


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Cattle grazing on pasture is a scene most of us can envision. Usually the animals are set against the backdrop of a vibrant green grass. However, grazing doesn’t have to be limited to the growing season. Even now during the heart of winter, dormant season grazing is an option worth considering.
When dormant grazing, we need to take a few things into consideration. First off, does the nutrient value of dormant forages meet the animal’s requirements? While pasture can have fairly high nutritional value, stockpiled grass doesn’t typically top that list. Forage quality is closely correlated with plant maturity, so unless grazing was planned ahead of time to set back plants in the fall, mature grasses will not be of the highest nutritional value.
Additionally, forage has been weathered by rain, snow, wind and changing temperatures, slowly degrading over time. This isn’t to say that dormant grass doesn’t have value, but to maintain animal condition and health, we often need to provide additional protein and sometimes energy to the diet. This is especially true for lactating animals, both fall calving cows still with their calf, or spring calvers once a calf drops.
The second thing we need to keep in mind is protecting the health of the pasture itself.
Dormant season grazing has the benefit of utilizing plants when they aren’t actively growing, or dormant. Under normal circumstances, we want to leave behind enough plant to help it recover from the stress of defoliation. While active, the plant is trying to balance this recovery process with building energy stores in the crown and roots to make it through winter. A good rule of thumb to start with in active growth is leaving half of the growing plant behind.
Because the plant has shut down production and isn’t trying to actively recover, we can graze a bit harder without damage. It’s going to start spring with new growth no matter what. This of course comes with a caveat. Overgrazing can still occur during the winter months. Some aboveground growth is beneficial in stopping erosion, protecting the crown for temperature fluctuations, and increasing precipitation and cover by catching snow. Leaving 30-35% of the plant behind during the dormant season is a good goal to shoot for. Keep this in mind, even with pastures that aren’t specifically being used for grazing. Cattle still forage in a calving or winter feeding pasture and it’s very easy to overgraze these areas year after year.
The last thing to think of with dormant season grazing is weather. With good conditions, winter grazing is pretty straight forward. However, when the ground gets muddy or a foot of snow covers the land, things get more difficult. Just how much snow or ice can be a problem for animals grazing is debatable. This back and forth can mostly be attributed to the differences in the forage itself and precipitation we receive. A foot of stockpiled grass or a hay swath with lots of air under ice or snow is going to be easier to break into and get meaningful forage from than a shortly grazed pasture or corn residue lying on the ground.
When it comes to precipitation, what we actually receive can impact availability as well. A heavy, wet snow will be harder to dig through than dry, fluff. For ice, thickness and length of time it is maintained are the two factors to keep in mind. An inch of ice that melts in a day or two after warm temperatures can have less of an impact than ½ inch that sticks around for 3 or 4 days. With each impediment, an animal has to work harder and harder for a bite.
Dormant grazing can be a great opportunity to utilize pastures without the stress of growing season grazing, or to stretch harvested forage resources during the winter months. Having a plan going in, keeping an eye on animal condition and being ready to supplement, and being flexible with weather conditions are key to success. With the right steps, winter doesn’t have to stop your herd from grazing.
-Ben Beckman is a beef systems Extension Educator serving the counties of Antelope, Cedar, Knox, Madison and Pierce. He is based out of the Cedar County Extension office in Hartington. You can reach him by phone: (402) 254-6821 or email: email@example.com .

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Any new spending is curtailed and must be specifically authorized. However, the McMaster asserted that the public should continue to take precautionary measures, including social distancing. OVERVIEW. To view all of Governor McMaster's executive orders, click here. To view the file, click here. On Friday, May 8, Governor Henry McMaster lifted all restrictions regarding boats and waterways, effective immediately. The governor's order will go into effect at 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2020. School districts will submit safety protocol plans to the South Carolina Department of Education to re-open five days a week by Friday, July 17, 2020. GOVERNOR TO ALLOW INDOOR DINING SERVICES WITH LIMITATIONS. City employees shall also wear a mask whenever they interact with the public on a face-to-face basis, whether inside or outside of a building. 8. The foregoing notwithstanding, law enforcement shall seek voluntary compliance. The statewide effort is intended to reduce the transmission of COVID-19. These actions slow the spread of the coronavirus and protect the state's residents, MODIFICATION OF EMERGENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR RETAIL STORES AND BEACH ACCESS CLOSURE. Best Restaurants in Myrtle Beach, Coastal South Carolina that take reservations: Find Tripadvisor traveler reviews of THE BEST Myrtle Beach Restaurants with Reservations and … The City of Myrtle Beach is giving businesses more flexibility for additional signs and tents during the coronavirus emergency. Per the CDC, here’s a helpful list of ways to make the season safer: HORRY COUNTY SCHOOLSOn October 8, Horry County Schools announced that students would resume all virtual classes due to rising positive COVID-19 cases in the county. On Monday, April 20, the governor announced the beach access closure order will expire at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21. jurisdictions' decision-making bodies will now decide the appropriate actions to take regarding public beach access. Effective May 4, 2020 restaurants subject to Governor McMaster’s Executive Order 2020-31 may erect outdoor dining facilities provided that such facilities: 6. but has the control or authority and the ability to ensure that the requirements of the Executive Order are met while the business is open to the public. McMaster. 2020-045. We have the lobster bisque, scallops, and aged ribeye. MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTSAnnouncements about meetings and events for subsequent weeks will be provided in a timely manner to Friday Fax email recipients. but has the control or authority and the ability to ensure that the requirements of the Executive Order are met while the business is open to the public. On July 10, 2020, the governor announced Executive Order No. Restaurants must remain at 50-percent capacity. The Myrtle Beach City Council unanimously supported a public mask requirement during a special Council meeting on July 2. The law protects against price gouging and scams, namely the action or attempted action of renting or selling a commodity at “an unconscionable price.”, To report price gouging, send an email with supporting documentation and contact information to the South Carolina Attorney General at. To see updates and the latest news from McMaster, click here. Senior staff and the emergency management team for the City of Myrtle Beach continue to meet to assess the situation in light of the reported cases of coronavirus in Horry County. As of July 24, 2020, Order 1B now extends to all in-city businesses, effective immediately... To download the revised rules, click here. Alcohol sales still must stop at 11:00 p.m. New facility hours are, as follows: Monday through Thursday – 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Friday – 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Saturday – 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Sunday – Closed. Businesses are required to maintain such records as necessary to document compliance with this Executive Order.10. False information already exists online about the coronavirus, so stick to reliable websites for your information and updates. Signage may not be attached to landscaping. Unless specifically exempted, this Executive Order shall also be renewed upon any subsequent renewal of such Civil Emergency Declaration. For the purposes of this Executive Order, “person” shall be defined as any individual associated with the business who has the control or authority and the ability to enforce the hygiene and sanitation requirements of the Executive Order within the business, such as an owner, manager or supervisor. The city looks to state and federal leadership regarding restrictions and guidance, and we are taking the necessary health precautions to make sure that everyone is safe. Your health and safety are our top priority! The order prohibits alcohol sales after 11:00 p.m. at restaurants. 1. Vous sortez à Myrtle Beach, Côte de Caroline du Sud : lisez sur Tripadvisor 182 888 avis sur 880 restaurants à Myrtle Beach, recherchez par prix, quartier, etc. On May 4, … Any new spending is curtailed and must be specifically authorized. Gov. The coronavirus illness is more severe among the elderly or those with pre-existing health conditions and compromised immune systems. Myrtle Beach Restaurants and Dining. Commercial gyms will include group exercise facilities such as yoga studios, barre classes and others. We have a good supply from a reputable source, and they will be distributed to each location for individuals who arrive without a mask or shield. Back to Top. Human Resources & Organizational Development, Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department. No decisions have been made on when schools will reopen. The governor also made previous guidelines mandatory regarding staff wearing masks, group size limitations and social distancing requirements in restaurants. Tables must be spaced six to eight feet apart to keep diners six feet apart. McMaster expressed that parents would ultimately make the decision of whether or not children selected the e-learning option or face-to-face learning option. However, public health is a shared responsibility! NOTE: FOR MORE INFORMATION, SEE THE MYRTLE BEACH CITY GOVERNMENT FACEBOOK PAGE. Check travel restrictions before traveling and get your flu shot. For more information, please contact the Planning and Zoning Department at 843-918-1050.1. On March 18, 2020, City Manager John Pedersen has signed an order allowing temporary signage and operational rules to help restaurants cope, effective immediately. MyrtleBeachOnline will be updating their list of open restaurants here, so check-in or hit social media to see if your favorite local spot has opened back up. The remaining group of businesses and activities which had been prohibited will be allowed to operate again on August 3, although they may not exceed 50 percent capacity or 250 people (whichever is less) and that the wearing of face masks is required as a condition of admission or participation. If you must travel, please exercise good social distancing habits and wear a cloth face mask as a precaution. Unless specifically exempted, this Executive Order shall also be renewed upon any subsequent renewal of such Civil Emergency Declaration. For information, visit Myrtle Beach International Airport's website at https://www.flymyrtlebeach.com and http://www.flymyrtlebeach.com/coronavirus/. 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Solar panels on every roof. Parking meters that double as car chargers. Wind turbines towering above farm fields and ocean waves. Cars, home furnaces and factories converted to run on electricity from renewable sources.
A new law signed by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo sets the nation’s most aggressive targets for reducing carbon emissions and is intended to drive dramatic changes over the next 30 years.
It calls for all the state’s electricity to come from renewable, carbon-free sources such as solar, wind and hydropower. Transportation and building heating systems would also run on clean electricity rather than oil and gas.
But while the goals of the legislation signed Thursday are clear, details on how to achieve them are undetermined. It isn’t clear how much all this change will cost, or even whether it is all technically feasible.


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Those using the initiative can get a warm meal by saying “I’m a friend of Dorothy”, “Dorothy sent me”, or even just “Dorothy”
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE BY DELIVEROO
Deliveroo has joined forces with 10 restaurant sites in London, Brighton, and Bristol and LGBTQIA youth homelessness charity Albert Kennedy Trust to provide thousands of free meals to those who find themselves in a homeless or vulnerable situation. For customers using this initiative, all they have to say is “I’m a friend of Dorothy”, “Dorothy sent me”, or even just “Dorothy” to receive a free, warm meal. No questions asked.
Lea Duchemin, co-lead of Deliveroo’s LGBTQIA Network, Deloveroo, said: “Deliveroo is a proud ally of the LGBTQ+ community, all year round. The move towards supporting the homeless and vulnerable people comes following the shocking numbers and terribly sad situations a number of LGBTQ+ people are finding themselves in. Food is what we do best and helping feed people at their most vulnerable, in a supportive and safe space, and directing them towards vital information, could be a much needed lifeline.”
This new project follows data from the Albert Kennedy Trust charity which revealed that 24% of homeless people identify as LGBTQIA. In addition to a warm meal, customers using this initiative will receive information on how they can receive assistance via the Albert Kennedy Trust charity.
Tim Spoor, CEO of the Albert Kennedy Trust, said: “LGBTQIA young people are at an increased risk of homelessness and housing insecurity. We know that more than 24% of young people experiencing homelessness identify as LGBTQ+. In 2023, LGBTQ+ young people are still facing homelessness because of their sexuality and gender identity, and the cost of living crisis is pushing more young people into homelessness. This Deliveroo initiative will help provide food to LGBTQ+ young people struggling to afford the day-to-day essentials that we take for granted.”
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What is the success rate of drug court?
In each analysis, the results revealed that Drug Courts significantly reduced re-arrest or reconviction rates by an average of approximately 8 to 26 percent, with the “average of the averages” reflecting approximately a 10 to 15 percent reduction in recidivism..
Do all states have drug courts?
Since 1989, drug courts have been established or are being planned in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, Guam, and in nearly 90 Tribal locations (see map.) There are more than 2,500 drug court programs throughout the United States.
How long have drug courts been around?
The first jurisdiction to implement a drug court was New York City; it created the court in 1974 in response to the enforcement of the draconian Rockefeller Drug Laws, which overwhelmed the state’s criminal justice system with an unrelenting spate of drug cases throughout the 1970s (Belenko & Dumanovsky, 1993).
When were drug courts created?
1989The first drug court in the United States took shape in Miami-Dade County, Florida, in 1989, as a response to the growing crack cocaine problem plaguing the city. All 50 US states and Washington, D.C. now have drug courts, with a total of more than 3,700 courts as of 2020.
Why was the drug court created?
In 2000, New South Wales commenced operation of a Youth Drug and Alcohol Court, which functions under the control of the Children’s Court. It aims to provide an integrated case management approach to prevent re-offending and includes treatment and assistance with health and education needs.
What is the concept of drug court?
Drug courts are problem-solving courts that take a public health approach using a specialized model in which the judiciary, prosecution, defense bar, probation, law enforcement, mental health, social service, and treatment communities work together to help addicted offenders into long-term recovery.


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Veterans fury as Prime Minister rejects amnesty for Ulster troops and pushes ahead with proposals to deal with the toxic legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles
- Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley has launched a public consultation
- Veterans now face prospect of being quizzed about their actions 40 years ago
- The Government has been accused of 'treachery' by one elderly veteran
Veterans reacted with fury last night after the Prime Minister pushed ahead with proposals to deal with the toxic legacy of the Northern Ireland Troubles – without giving troops an amnesty.
Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley launched a public consultation which excluded a chapter that would have limited investigations on hundreds of veterans, many now in their 60s and 70s.
The issue had earlier caused a Cabinet row with some ministers concerned it would trigger a ‘witch-hunt’. But the Government went ahead with the plans following pressure from Sinn Fein.
Outrage: Chelsea Pensioner David Griffin
Hundreds of elderly veterans now face the prospect of being quizzed about their actions four decades ago. Under the proposals, as soon as a legacy unit is set up to look at all past killings, it will have five years to investigate incidents.
Northern Ireland sources say that means veterans won’t be facing probes for years to come.
But last night, Chelsea Pensioner David Griffin, 77, who was recently quizzed by police over the death of an IRA terrorist in an ambush in July 1972, accused the Government of ‘treachery’.
The former Royal Marine fired at the armed man in the heat of the battle to save his comrades, but is now being investigated four decades later because the police have not closed the case.
He said: ‘They (the Government) are putting the terrorists before us because they are scared to death the whole thing can start all over again. I’m just monumentally disappointed at the sheer treachery from the very top of our state.
‘This is the 46th year I’ve had this hanging over my head.’
A group of backbench MPs will put pressure on the Government to reverse the plans during a debate on Northern Ireland next Tuesday. They are calling for a statute of limitation which would stop the hounding of British war veterans. This would cover Northern Ireland, and also Iraq and Afghanistan.
Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley launched a public consultation which excluded a chapter that would have limited investigations on hundreds of veterans, many now in their 60s and 70s. Pictured: Ms Bradley arriving at a Cabinet meeting on March 6, 2018
A No 10 spokesman said: ‘As the Prime Minister has made clear, the current system in Northern Ireland isn’t working. That is why we are consulting to get everyone’s views on how we get it right.’
Last night, two senior military figures spoke out in disgust at the news. Lord Dannatt, head of the Army between 2006 and 2009, told the Sunday Express: ‘War is hell. War is chaotic. And the IRA was at war with the UK.’
Colonel Richard Kemp, who saw active duty in Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan as well as Northern Ireland, said he was ‘so outraged I am returning the prized commission given to me by the Queen’.
Mrs Bradley insisted on Friday that the new mechanisms would be ‘balanced, proportionate, transparent, fair and equitable’. She said there was broad agreement that the current system was failing.
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Black bears inhabit almost all parts of the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) corridor. Usually, black bears are shy creatures that keep their distance, and seeing one on your hike can be an uncommon thrill. However, there are circumstances when they can be a nuisance or a threat. Learn more about how you (and the bears) can stay safe.
Please Report Any Bear Encounters
Your report will help reduce human/bear conflicts on the A.T. Reported bear incidents will be shared with our land management partners and listed on our Trail Updates page. Please submit a report if a bear:
- Entered a campsite or shelter area.
- Attempted to (or did) steal food.
- Was aggressive toward you, another hiker, or a pet.
- Damaged property.
- Was following you while you were hiking.
- Was acting strangely.
Avoiding Bear Encounters
While attacks on humans are extremely rare, a startled bear or a bear who has received food rewards from humans may react aggressively.
Especially at overnight sites where hikers have been careless about storing food, bears may become habituated and may become aggressive in pursuit of human food. Be aware that bears have an exceptionally keen sense of smell.
While you are hiking the best way to avoid an encounter is letting a bear know you’re there.
- Make noise by whistling, talking, etc., to give the bear a chance to move away before you get close enough to make it feel threatened.
- If you encounter a bear and it does not move away, you should
- Back away.
- Speak calmly and firmly.
- Avoid making eye contact.
- Do not run or “play dead” even if a bear makes a “bluff charge.”
Bear Canister Lending Program – Georgia and Vermont Section Hikers
Bear canisters are the food storage method that provides the most flexibility and surety for camping anywhere along the A.T. – no trees required. If you are planning a backpacking trip in Georgia or Vermont, you can try a bear canister for free through these simple lending programs.
ATC Recommends A.T. Visitors Carry Bear-Resistant Food Storage Containers
The ATC has adopted a new policy recommending all overnight Appalachian Trail visitors carry a bear-resistant food storage container as a vital part of their backpacking gear.
Backcountry Food Storage
When you are in camp the best defense against a bear encounter is preparing and storing food properly:
- Why use a bear canister.
- Cook and eat your meals 200 feet away from your tent or shelter, so food odors do not linger.
- NEVER sleep with your food.
- Use a bear-resistant personal food storage container to reduce negative human/bear interactions and keep you, your food, and bears safe; here is a list of certified personal food storage containers. There are a number of benefits to carrying a bear-resistant canister.
- Bear canisters seasonally required for camping between Jarrard Gap and Neel Gap in Georgia. See the Georgia section of our Trail Updates page for more information.
- Where allowed when you don’t have a bear can, carry all the items necessary for a proper food hang where food storage devices are not provided. Allow 45 minutes at the end of the day to find a suitable tree that is 200 feet from your campsite and cooking area, and to successfully throw a rope over a limb. Your bag should hang 12 feet from the ground, 6 feet below the limb, and 6 feet from the tree’s trunk. Hang not only food but cookware, toothpaste, personal hygiene items, and even water bottles (if you use drink mixes in them).
- The PCT Method is the least likely user created food hang to be defeated by bears, but a proper PCT food hang is difficult. Practice at home first! But beware: Lack of adequate trees, complexity of this method and end of day fatigue cause frequent user hang error, and bears have learned to defeat even the best PCT hangs in a variety of ways along the A.T.
- Where bear boxes, poles, or cable systems are provided, use them, but don’t count on them. 60% of designated A.T. overnight sites do not provide food storage, and they can be full or damaged. Never leave trash in bear boxes, feed bears, or leave food for them. Know the regulations for food storage before you go. (In Great Smoky Mts. NP, all food must be hung on the provided cables, including bear canisters.)
- Do not leave food unattended unless stored in a way that a bear cannot get to it. In other words, do not leave your food at your campsite or on a picnic table while you fetch water, visit the privy, etc. It is essential that you keep your bear can closed and fully locked except when taking food, etc. in or out of the canister.
- Do not burn food wrappers or leftovers or leave them in fire pits, which may attract bears. Carry them out.
- Avoid becoming complacent when storing your food. Just because there have been no reports of bear activity in the area does not mean that bears are not present. All it takes is one food bag that is not hung properly to change a bear’s habits.
- Improperly stored food may lead to a bear becoming habituated to human food.
- Aggressive behavior on the part of bears seeking easy food sources may result in damage to personal property, injuries to campers, and ultimately to removal or euthanization of bears.)
- Whether a bear is fed intentionally or unintentionally, a fed bear is a dead bear.
- A humorous look on the topic of safely storing food from bears in camp can be found in our video: Where to Store Your Food (so a bear doesn’t eat it)
Encountering a bear in your campsite:
- A bear that enters a campsite or cooking area should be considered potentially dangerous. Yelling, making loud noises and throwing rocks may make it go away; however, you should be prepared to fight back if necessary. If you are actually attacked by a bear, you should fight for all you are worth with anything at hand.
For more information, visit the Black Bear page of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.


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Gregg Trunnell, Director of the Pacific Maritime Institute
(PMI), announced its new Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) three-day license preparation course for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems
(GMDSS) Radio Operators license.
The National GMDSS Task Force has recently stated that fishing vessels over 300 tons are considered SOLAS vessels and require GMDSS equipment, however, GMDSS mandated training by STCW is not required. Additionally, the FCC has required that all fishing vessels with designated GMDSS equipment must have at least two individuals onboard with GMDSS licenses when operating in U.S. coastal waters.
“Currently, there is considerable confusion about how GMDSS, STCW, and FCC Radio Regulations effect the fishing industry, as well as many other smaller vessels,” said Gregg Trunnell. “The fishing industry has recently been made aware of a more rigorous application of equipment and operator licensing requirements. PMI is strategically positioned to assist GMDSS radio operators to become compliant and obtain their licenses.”


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Is cycling allowed on the South West Coast Path?
Generally speaking you’re not allowed to cycle on the most of the South West Coast Path. As nearly all of it uses ‘public footpaths’, therefore is only available to people on foot, and so there is no legal right to ride a bike.
Most of the route is also not suitable for cycling due to it being narrow with numerous steep ups and downs. The 30,000 steps you’d encounter mean that if you tried you’d end up pushing or carrying your bike for much of the way.
The longest sections of the South West Coast Path that you can ride on as they are bridleway or a cycle route are:
- Braunton to Bideford (North Devon).
- Mousehole to Marazion (West Cornwall)
- Dawlish Warren to Starcross (South Devon)
- The eastern half of the South Dorset Ridgeway from Hardy’s Monument towards Osmington.
However there are plenty of other great off-road cycle routes in the Westcountry – here are some links to where you can find out more about them.
Further afield are two National Trails that can be cycled end-to-end. Running from Winchester, the first capital of England, to the white chalk cliffs at Eastbourne, the 100-mile South Downs Way features attractive wildlife, visible prehistory, fine pubs and pretty villages. Further north, the Pennine Bridleway offers 205 miles of exciting exploration on ancient packhorse routes, drovers' roads and newly-created bridleways.
In addition throughout the UK the National Cycle Network is a series of traffic-free paths and quiet, on-road cycling and walking routes across the region.
All these routes (including every bridleway and footpath) are shown on Ordnance Survey maps – the 1:25,000 Explorer series are the best ones to get.