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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio warned that after New York City recorded what he described as a “meaningful jump” of new COVID-19 infections, “huge restrictions” may be imminent .
De Blasio threatened to back down when the city reopened on Thursday. He said the increase in cases was “worrying”, despite data showing that less than 2% of New Yorkers tested against the virus A positive result was returned.
On Wednesday, the 7-day average positive rate of COVID-19 testing reached 1.92%, while the daily rate was 2.7%.
Although the 7-day average is the highest level since mid-June, it is still far below the national level of 6.3%.
New York State’s 7-day positive rate ranks second among all states in the United States, at 1
In contrast, Wyoming currently records a rate of 55.2%, and South Dakota’s rate is 46.2%.
After residents and businesses have experienced one of the longest suspension periods, the new restrictions will deal a major blow to the Big Apple, and the badly hit restaurant only reopened for indoor dining last month.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (photographed on Tuesday) warned that after New York City recorded what he described as the “meaningful jump” of the new COVID-19 infection, “a huge Restrictions may be coming
De Blasio said he was increasingly “concerned” about the city’s active tests at a press conference on Thursday.
He said: “Here, I am increasingly worried. This is the percentage of people who tested positive for COVID-19 in the city. The threshold is 5%. Today’s report is 2.7%.
De Blasio said that the 7-day average positive rate in the past two weeks has been hovering around 1.5% to 1.75%, but this marks the first time it has climbed to 1.92%.
He said that this number alone would not overwhelm us, but growth worries me.
“And we cannot allow this number to continue to grow. We really have to work harder.”
The mayor admitted that the positive rate was “not a perfect measure” but said it was “a worrying number.”
The positive rate may be higher than the true infection rate in the population because people are usually only tested when they have symptoms or are known to be exposed to the virus.
De Blasio said that the increase was partly due to Brooklyn’s “red areas”-including Borough Parks, Mappton and Midwood-and Queens, where a large number of cases have been reported.
On Wednesday, the 7-day average positive rate of COVID-19 testing reached 1.92%, while the daily rate was 2.7%. De Blasio said that part of the increase was due to the “red areas” in Brooklyn and Queens, where a large number of cases were reported (above)
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo implemented a color-coded grading system for the area of interest, and after the surge in cases, the area introduced further restrictions.
State data show that the 7-day rolling average of the Brooklyn red zone is 3.64%, and the Brooklyn yellow zone is 2.47%.
The average house price in Queens Far Rockaway is 1.88%, and in Queens Kew Garden Hills/Forest Hills is 2.57%.
According to New York State data, of the five boroughs of New York City, Staten Island had the highest daily positive rate on Wednesday at 2.4%, followed by the Bronx at 2.1%.
The interest rate in Manhattan is 0.7%, and the interest rate in Brooklyn and Queens is 1.7%.
De Blasio said the city’s rise was not caused by restaurants, although he did mention restaurants as a “sensitive area of concern”.
De Blasio said: “My strong impression is that we have seen some common phenomena.”
“What we know is more interesting areas…bars, restaurants, nightclubs.”
New York State’s 7-day positive rate ranks second among all states in the United States, at 1.5%.The picture shows the problem area chart
De Blasio did not explain what the “huge restrictions” were or at what aggressive rate it would be implemented. His office forwarded DailyMail.com’s request for clarification to his press conference record. He said the mayor is discussing the second wave Time assumptions.
The mayor has previously said that if the 7-day average positive rate reaches 2%, indoor dining may be closed throughout the city.
This will have a huge impact on the city’s bars and restaurants, which can only reopen for indoor dining on September 30 with 25% capacity.
These restrictions and months of suspension have meant the end of dozens of companies.
According to de Blasio’s past reviews, when the city reaches 2%, indoor dining may first face the axe, then when it reaches 3%, and then the school.
The mayor once again this week called on New Yorkers to avoid traveling on Thanksgiving and avoid holding large Halloween parties this weekend.
The mayor has previously said that if the 7-day average positive rate reaches 2%, indoor dining may be closed throughout the city.Pictured: Diners at Rosa Mexicano restaurant separated
‘If people want to cheat or treat outdoors [in] A small group with masks, that’s great,” he said on Thursday.
“Large parties, parties-not good at all.”
Governor Andrew Cuomo revealed that the state’s positive rate reached 1.48%, after a record 168,353 people took part in Wednesday’s test.
He said that under the state’s “micro-cluster strategy” for problem areas, the incidence rate in all key areas is as high as 3.24%.
The ratio outside the key areas is low at 1.25%.
Most cases are concentrated in the following key areas: Brooklyn, Queens Kew Garden Hill/Forest Hill, Queens Far Rockaway, Rockland County, Orange County, Broome County, Steuben County and Chem County In some areas.


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Zaha Eye Drop Azithromycin is used to treat infections of the eye, such as bacterial conjunctivitis. Azithromycin belongs to a group of medicines called macrolide antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria that cause conjunctivitis. This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Azithromycin is used to treat bacterial infections of the nose, throat, chest, ear, skin, soft tissues, and sexually transmitted genitourinary infections.
How it works
Azithromycin belongs to a class of medications called macrolide antibiotics. Azithromycin
works by killing bacteria by preventing them from reproducing and repairing themselves.
Common side effects
Loose motions, fatigue, sensation of pins and needles or numbness, abnormal blood counts., joint pain, abdominal pain, lack of appetite, urge to vomit, stomach pain or cramps, skin rashes and itching, dizziness, gas, headache, problems digesting your food, altered taste sensation, weakness
- Do not take Azithromycin if you are allergic to azithromycin, erythromycin or any macrolide or ketolide antibiotic or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
- Do not take any antacids containing magnesium or aluminium for up to 2 hours before and after taking this drug.
- Consult your doctor before taking this drug if you are pregnant.
- Do not take this medicine if you are breast feeding.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is azithromycin/ Azithral/ Azax/ Zithrox/ Zithrox plus/ Azithro 500/Aziwok used for cough, cold and sore throat?
Yes. Azithromycin (also available as Azithral/ Azax/ Zithrox/ Zithrox plus/ Azithro 500/Aziwok) is used to treat bacterial infections of the nose, throat and chest.
Q. Is azithromycin safe in pregnancy and breast feeding?
There is insufficient information available about the use of azithromycin during pregnancy. Therefore do not use azithromycin during pregnancy, unless explicitly advised by your doctor.
Q. Is azithromycin and erythromycin the same?
No. Both are different type of antibiotic.
Q. Is azithromycin safe?
Azithromycin is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

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San Lorenzo High Searches For New Mascot After Ditching Two NamesLook closely at the campus and ball fields of San Lorenzo High, and you will see a school with a bit of an identity crisis.
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No receiver in the NFL has caught more touchdown passes from the slot since 2014 than Randall Cobb of the Green Bay Packers.
According to Pro Football Focus, Cobb leads the NFL in slot touchdowns with 22 over the last three seasons:
All 22 of Cobb’s touchdowns since 2014 came when he was lined up in the slot. He led all receivers with 12 slot scores – the most ever from a single receiver during the PFF era – in 2014.
He’s also second in receiving yards from the slot over the last three years:
Only Jordan Matthews of the Philadelphia Eagles has more yards from the slot than Cobb’s 2,269. Overall, roughly 83 percent of Cobb’s receiving yards since 2014 have come from the slot.
He has struggled with injuries over the last two years, but the three-year numbers are clear: Cobb is one of the most productive slot receivers in the NFL, especially when it comes to getting the ball into the end zone.

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The Copyright Office is working to modernize its operations, Acting Register of Copyrights Maria A. Pallante said March 7.
Speaking at the public interest organization Public Knowledge's event, Toward a Copyright Office for the 21st Century, Pallante said that the office has reduced the backlog of copyright registration applications to 180,000 claims and that it is now handling over 500,000 claims a year.
Pallante--who has been acting register of copyrights since former Register Marybeth Peters retired Dec. 31 (81 PTCJ 250, 12/24/10; 80 PTCJ 647, 9/17/10)--said that the move from paper claims to an electronic filing system was a bump in the road that initially increased the backlog. However, the office is “chipping away” at any problems created by the switchover, she said. Further, Pallante said that the office has a goal of fast processing, but that speed “cannot come at the expense of quality.”
She noted that the “higher ups” in the Library of Congress have met numerous times to determine who should take over for former register Peters. The Library is considering experience, expertise, and real management experience in all potential candidates, she added.
In a panel discussion on what the Copyright Office can do to become more “modernized,” Michael Weinberg of Public Knowledge suggested that the office work to minimize processing delays by bringing all entries online, by making the registry more searchable and including every work already registered, and by creating a visual registry.
Weinberg also urged that the office “design for the future,” noting that any system must be continuously updated as new technologies and practices emerge.
Leila Boujnane, chief executive officer of Idee Inc., which runs a “reverse search engine” for images, agreed with Weinberg's suggestion about a visual registry, saying that she would like the opportunity to submit for registration a painting or picture itself and not just a description of the image.
Pallante asked Boujnane whether, by maintaining a repository of copyrighted visual images available to the public, the Copyright Office might not risk be regarded as a contributory infringer if the images are copied. Boujnane said that the images could be held in different servers, and that a search for a particular image would simply indicate whether the image was registered.
James Cavanaugh, the national director of the American Society of Media Photographers, said that most photographers avoid seeking copyright registrations because of the sheer number of works they produce. Unlike musicians or other creators, he said, photographers often take thousands of pictures a week or month and the current process for registering those works is time consuming and can be “an extraordinary financial burden.” He suggested the office set up a system where an artist can pay an annual fee to register works.
Alternatively, he suggested that the office allow companies like Apple or Adobe to implement a software-based registration option for photographs. Photographers would be more likely to participate in such a system, he said, adding that the Copyright Office could still play a role in reviewing the registrations.
Pallante said she found Cavanaugh's proposal “very interesting,” and that she would welcome efforts to encourage copyright registration by those who might be reluctant to register. However, she said that a lot of photographers do not have an interest in registering their works, instead putting their works in the creative commons.
Jule Sigall, associate general counsel of copyrights at Microsoft Corp., disagreed with Pallante, stating that the creative commons is an alternative to copyrights, but that, if Copyright Office procedures were simpler and cheaper, people would be interested in registering their works with the office to receive the protection. He added that, for his company, the amount of work and fees are not an issue.
Expanding on Cavanaugh's idea, Sigall suggested that the Copyright Office explore other options, such as allowing works to be registered by the Copyright Clearance Center. Pallante said that copyright registration is inherently the government's role, and that this role “should not be discarded.”
Another common complaint among the panelists was the difficulty of searching for copyright registrations on the office's website. Boujnane equated such searches with “banging your head against a cement wall.” Pallante simply replied that the Copyright Office's primary role is to serve as a registry, not to provide searching tools.
In his keynote address, Federal Technology Office of the Office of Science and Technology Policy Aneesh Chopra focused on President Obama's drive towards a more open and transparent government.
He said that the most important infrastructure improvements needed are in the government's use of internet and wireless technologies. In the context of open government, there are three technology policies that are not currently utilized to their fullest, Chopra said: precompetitive research and development collaborations, open data, and voluntary consensus-driven standards.
Also speaking at the event were Gigi Sohn of Public Knowledge, Tracey Armstrong, president of the Copyright Clearance Center, Tom Lee, director of Sunlight Labs, and James Love, executive director of Knowledge Ecology International.
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Nurturing Financial Responsibility to Your Children
Written By: Sahasra Koppala
Ever pondered the significance of pocket money in a child’s life? It’s a question that dances in the minds of many parents. The answer, though, is a beautiful symphony of life lessons that go beyond mere coins and notes. Let’s embark on a journey to unveil why pocket money is more than just pocket change – it’s the cornerstone of a child’s financial education and personal growth.
A child, wide-eyed and eager, receives their weekly pocket money. To them, it’s not just money; it’s a gateway to a world of choices. In that candy store or toy shop, they make decisions that mold their financial responsibility. Do they indulge in sweets today or save for that coveted shiny toy tomorrow? It’s these seemingly small choices that lay the foundation for prudent money management.
Now, imagine a child who decides to save a part of their pocket money every week. As the weeks pass, their tiny savings grow into something magical. The joy they feel when they finally purchase that long-awaited video game or treasured item is nothing short of pure triumph. It’s a tangible lesson in delayed gratification that prepares them for more significant financial decisions as they journey through life.
But what about the consequences of mishandling pocket money? It’s equally important to address the flip side. When children spend all their pocket money recklessly, they might find themselves without enough for things they truly desire later on. This experience teaches the importance of budgeting and planning, albeit through some disappointments.
The influence of pocket money extends far beyond the household. It’s a pebble that creates ripples in the vast ocean of the financial world. By instilling responsible money habits, parents are nurturing a generation of financially savvy individuals. These youngsters, armed with the wisdom gained from their pocket money experiences, have the potential to make informed financial choices, invest wisely, and contribute to the economic growth of society.
In the grand tapestry of life, pocket money is the first brushstroke—a simple yet profound beginning that sets the stage for a magnificent canvas of financial wisdom and responsible choices. So, dear parents, when you hand your child that pocket money, remember that you’re not merely giving them coins; you’re gifting them the keys to a world of invaluable life lessons and a brighter financial future. It’s in these small moments that the magic truly happens, and the foundation for a lifetime of financial wisdom is laid.
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Injury hits Town's cup hopes
Ipswich Town's hopes of lifting the FA Youth Cup for the first time in 30 years have been hit by an injury to mercurial striker Billy Clarke.The Irish Under-19 striker was carried off in the latter stages of Wednesday's 2-1 semi-final second leg win over Spurs at White Hart Lane.
By Dave Vincent
Ipswich Town's hopes of lifting the FA Youth Cup for the first time in 30 years have been hit by an injury to mercurial striker Billy Clarke.
The Irish Under-19 striker was carried off in the latter stages of Wednesday's 2-1 semi-final second leg win over Spurs at White Hart Lane.
He was on the receiving end of a clumsy challenge near the end of the 90 minutes. And though it led directly to Aidan Collins' clinching second goal Clarke, one of the stars of this thrilling Youth Cup run, could miss out on both legs of the final.
He was on crutches yesterday.
He won't feature in Monday's first leg against Southampton at St Mary's Stadium, and he remains a doubt for the second leg at Portman Road on Friday. Both games kick off at 7.45pm.
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Clarke was targeted for some tough challenges at White Hart Lane and his knee was injured in that last foul.
Academy director Bryan Klug said: “It was a very bad challenge and Billy will be struggling.”
Defender Collins, scorer of Town's second goal at White Hart Lane, said: “Billy caused their defenders problems all game. He is a great player and if he is out it will be a big blow for us.
“But we have got a great squad and spirit and it will give the opportunity for somebody else to come in.”
Ipswich last won the FA Youth Cup in 1975 and Town legend John Wark was part of that team.
He went on to win the FA Cup and UEFA Cup with Ipswich and also starred for Liverpool and Scotland.
He said: “I will be there to cheer the lads on and I firmly believe they can win the trophy to put Ipswich firmly in the national spotlight.
“It's going to be a big, big occasion for the club and something the players will remember for the rest of their lives.
“The FA Youth Cup success in 1975 was definitely one of my career highlights.”
Ticket prices for the second leg of the FA Youth Cup final at Portman Road next Friday are £8 for adults and £1 for children.


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Lesser whistling duck in Santragachhi lake
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Santragachhi or Santragachi is a neighbourhood of Howrah city in West Bengal, India. It has a railway station which serves as a railway junction for the South Eastern Railway. Santragachi is mostly a residential locality with a sizeable railway colony with some industries including a hll, a privately owned railway goods wagon making unit. Santragachi is also popular for its large lake known as Santragachhi Jheel which attracts migratory birds such as lesser whistling duck in the winter months. Recent development of new Bus stand and Bus routes from Santragachi is making it a preferred change over point for prople travelling by railways to Kolkata, specially South Kolkata, via Vidyasagar Setu.
In the early twentieth century, Santragachhi was a large village, with a part within Howrah municipality. According to a legend, the principal family there, the Chaudhuris, who were Barendra brahmins, started staying here 300 years from now. Inspired by them, other Barendra families moved to the place. The railway station of Santragachhi was named after this place, though this place is closer to another railway station at Ramrajatala. Ramrajatala area was considered a quarter of the area under this village.
First vernacular school of the Howrah district was established in Santragachhi in 1857 with the help of a Government grant. For Indian girls, the first girls' school of the Howrah district with Indian management was established in Santragachhi in 1863, with a small grant from the Government.
Santragachhi produced good quality of arums (ol: Bengali: ওল). There is a variety of Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (elephant-foot yam of arum family) which is named Santragachhi after this place.
Earstwhile Bengal Nagpur Railway, now known as South Eastern Railway, was connected to Howrah station in 1900. This time, the 3-mile-long (5 km) short branch from Santragachhi to Shalimar Station was also created for redirecting heavy traffic of export goods, for further carrying them to Kidderpore dock in Kolkata via large ferry steamers. Santragachhi railway station is now a railway junction. There are plans of developing Santragachhi junction into a full fledged terminal, with more trains originating and departing from here, over next 3–4 years to reduce congestion on Howrah Station.
Santragachhi is also close to Kona Expressway, which connects to Kolkata via Vidyasagar Setu and towards rest of the NH 6 and to the NH 2. Santragachhi is the main Railway coaching yard of South Eastern Railway's Kharagpur Division. Maintenance of more than 50 long or short-distance trains has been done here. The class-one flat yard consists of a diesel locomotive shed, an electric locomotive shed, washing and sick lines and a railway turntable.
Kolkata Central Bus Terminus, spread over 12.38 acres (5.01 ha) of land, the Central Bus Terminus- is the fructification of the joint efforts by the state transport department, HRBC and the KMDA. While Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority has chipped in handing over a vast 12.38 acres of land to install the facility, Hooghly River Bridge Commissioners (HRBC) remained the implementing authority. Chief minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the terminus on 27 May 2015. The terminus have a parking capacity for 169 buses, 100 for other vehicles and space for 85 two wheeler.
There are several secondary and higher secondary schools for boys and girls. Santragachi Kedarnath Institution, Santragachi Kedarnath Institution (For Girls), Surendranath Girls High School, Jagacha Girl's High School, Buxarah High School, Betore Sikhayaton for girls, Dharsa Mihirlal Khan Institution, S.E. Railway Mixed Higher secondary School, St. Marys Convent School. There is also a Kendriya Vidyalaya. Colleges include D.R Kanai Lal Bhattachariya College, Dinabondhu Mitra College, Howrah Girls College.
Santragachhi Jheel is a large lake, located next to the Santragachhi railway station. This lake attracts large number of migratory birds in the winter months, particularly in December and January. The number has increased in recent years, as migratory birds have started to avoid destinations like the lakes in Alipore Zoo, Kolkata. Birds like sarus crane from North America and Australia, gadwall, northern shoveller, northern pintail, garganey from north of the Himalayas, and many other local migratory birds such as cotton pygmy goose, knob-billed duck etc. are spotted here during this season. However, the lesser whistling duck is the most dominant species visible here.
The lake area is owned by South Eastern Railway, though the Forest Department of West Bengal also looks after the place. Every year before the migratory birds are expected to arrive, the Forest department cleans Water hyacinth from the lake, though leaving some portion of it which adds up to an environment suitable for the birds. Efforts are made by local residents, Forest Department and Railways to improve the environment for the birds.
Forest Ministry of the State Government of West Bengal intends to convert the lake to a 'wildlife conservation centre'.
Tibbati Baba Ashram
In the year 1929, in the month of November (2nd Agrahayana of Bengali calendar 1336), an ashram was established by Tibbetibaba on the earnest request of his devotees and disciples. This ashram was given the name of Tibbetibaba Vedanta Ashram by his devotees and disciples. Land for the ashram was bought by a man named Bishnupada Chattopadhyaya (later he came to be known as Bhooan Swami). The first brick for the ashram was laid by Tibbetibaba himself. Later, more land for the ashram was bought by a man from the Entally area of Kolkata.
At present this ashram is located at "76/3, Taantipara Lane, P.O. Santragachi, Howrah – 711 104, West Bengal, India." It is commonly referred as ‘Tibbetibaba (Tibbati Baba) Ashram’ by the common people of Dalal Pukur area.
- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 172
- Barendra or Varendra was a region in northern Bengal.
- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 140
- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 141
- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 73
- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 74
- NIIR Board. Cultivation of Fruits, Vegetables and Floriculture. National Institute Of Industrial Research. p. 583. ISBN 81-86623-75-2. Retrieved 2009-01-05.
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- O'Malley & Chakravarti 1909, p. 126
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This year more than ever we need to experience and share the hope that this season brings. The Red Kettle is iconic and an important symbol of hope for many during the holiday season. Many families and friends have created lasting memories making ringing the bell an important part of their holiday traditions.
Would you join us this year in keeping these traditions alive? We have implemented COVID19 procedures to ensure you, your family and friends are safe including providing disposable face masks, aprons, gloves and disinfecting wipes and sprays. Since bell ringing takes place outside, social distancing can also be safely implemented as well. If you would like to help us help others in need in our community this year, please fill out the form below!
The History of the Red Kettle
In 1891, Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee was distraught because so many poor individuals in San Francisco were going hungry. During the holiday season, he resolved to provide a free Christmas dinner for the destitute and poverty-stricken. He only had one major hurdle to overcome — funding the project.
Where would the money come from, he wondered. He lay awake nights, worrying, thinking, praying about how he could find the funds to fulfill his commitment of feeding 1,000 of the city’s poorest individuals on Christmas Day. As he pondered the issue, his thoughts drifted back to his sailor days in Liverpool, England. He remembered how at Stage Landing, where the boats came in, there was a large, iron kettle called “Simpson’s Pot” into which passers-by tossed a coin or two to help the poor.
The next day Captain McFee placed a similar pot at the Oakland Ferry Landing at the foot of Market Street. Beside the pot, he placed a sign that read, “Keep the Pot Boiling.” He soon had the money to see that the needy people were properly fed at Christmas.
Six years later, the kettle idea spread from the west coast to the Boston area. That year, the combined effort nationwide resulted in 150,000 Christmas dinners for the needy. In 1901, kettle contributions in New York City provided funds for the first mammoth sit-down dinner in Madison Square Garden, a custom that continued for many years. Today in the U.S., The Salvation Army assists more than four-and-a-half million people during the Thanksgiving and Christmas time periods.
Captain McFee’s kettle idea launched a tradition that has spread not only throughout the United States, but all across the world. Kettles are now used in such distant lands as Korea, Japan, Chile and many European countries. Everywhere, public contributions to Salvation Army kettles enable the organization to continue its year-round efforts at helping those who would otherwise be forgotten.

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Getting 340B pharmacy data to study trends and public health impacts “is like trying to catch a will-o’-the-wisp,” a former senior Trump administration health care official said in a commentary last week in the life sciences news publication STAT.
“The data released on 340B to date indicate there are fundamental questions about this program that need to be answered,” John O’Brien, a pharmacist, wrote in an Oct. 26 opinion article pegged to the 340B program’s 30th anniversary this Friday. STAT is widely read by health and pharmaceutical policy makers.
O’Brien held several senior roles at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in the Trump administration. He was Deputy Assistant Secretary for Health Policy from 2017-2018 and one of the main designers of Trump’s drug pricing blueprint. He next was Adviser and then Senior Adviser to HHS Secretary Alex Azar.
O’Brien now is the President and CEO of the drug-industry sponsored National Pharmaceutical Council and also serves as a senior fellow at the USC-Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics. The Schaeffer Center advisory board includes nine senior executives from biotechnology manufacturers, three from large health-systems, one from a hospital association, and a number from the insurance industry and think tanks. The center’s Value of Life Sciences Innovation Program has argued against price controls saying they would hamper innovation and could reduce life expectancy over the long term by 3%.
“I commend every team of researchers that has attempted to peer into 340B’s murky waters, because it is a big challenge,” O’Brien continued. “But it’s critical to answer these questions because, as my colleagues and I often say, good policy requires thorough research.”
“If hospitals, contract pharmacies, and third-party administrators have more data that can add more detail to this discussion, the research community must be given access to it so their work can restore confidence that the program is helping those it is supposed to help,” he said. “It’s time to have an honest conversation and recognize that the 340B program has grown far beyond its intended purpose. Protecting the charity care it provides requires measuring and ferreting out the profiteering the law has enabled. An important first step is more transparency into how 340B works and who is truly benefiting from it.”
Prior to his time in the Trump administration, O’Brien was a Vice President of health insurance company CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and a former Senior Director at PhRMA.


Oklahoma Corporation Commission To Shut Down More Disposal Wells
CUSHING, Oklahoma - The Oklahoma Corporation Commission announced Monday afternoon that it plans to shut down more disposal wells following Sunday's 5.0 magnitude earthquake near Cushing.
The Oil and Gas Division of the OCC is planning to implement a new action in response to the earthquake in the Cushing area.
The plan will include both the shutting down of some Arbuckle disposal wells and the reduction in volume of others.
It will cover more than 700 square miles, and will be an initial response.
Other plans are being developed that will encompass larger areas.
Full details of the initial response will be announced Tuesday after final data review.


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About half of Americans live paycheck to paycheck to keep roofs over their heads, but now millions aren't working because of the coronavirus.
As the first of the month approaches this week, paying rent or your mortgage becomes a bigger worry.
"Not even paycheck to paycheck because it's night-to-night, it's shift-to-shift, a lot of it," said service industry worker Courtney Green. "So yeah, I mean all of our friends are freaked out and scared too. It's seriously pretty much everyone we know."
Green and her boyfriend are bartenders, with a nine-month-old child, who are both now out of jobs. Their mortgage is paid right now, but it still comes at a cost.
"But further than that, like I said, we're gonna have to go into savings, we're gonna have to do whatever we have to do," Green said.
First Coast News asked a member of the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors what to do if you don't know how you'll pay your rent.
"The biggest thing that they can do right now is just communicate," said Mario Gonzalez, broker/owner of Navy to Navy Homes and member of the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors. "Communicate to your landlord or communicate to your property manager and let them know what financial distress you are in."
Gonzalez says many property management companies are stopping late fees and mortgage lenders are deferring their payments.
"Some are doing it 30 days, 60," he said. "The largest I've heard or the longest I've heard so far is 120 days."
Gonzalez says landlords are worried too, many depending on their tenants' rents to make mortgage payments.
"Everyone is kind of in this together," he said. "So if the tenants can continue paying on a partial basis and stay within a month of their current fee, then the landlord can communicate to their financial institution and really kind of move this train together."
Gonzalez says the most important thing is communication. He says the landlords he's worked with are understanding.
Green says her family is stuck in a "limbo."
"With trying to get a job at Costco or one of those places, we have the nine-month-old baby so we don't want to be exposed to anything and bring it home," she said.
Property managers say you shouldn't be afraid to reach out to your bank or through a program for help.
President Trump announced foreclosures and evictions are suspended through the end of April.

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Is anyone surprised that Montblanc has created a new extraordinary, limited edition, writing instrument? Not me, that’s for sure! Inspired by a historical patron of the arts, the Montblanc Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II edition was specially designed to celebrate the extraordinary life and cultural legacy of Ludwig II of Bavaria or the Swan King, as some people call him.
That’s why the swan is a central design theme of the Montblanc Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II Limited Edition 4810, with a cap made of translucent lacquer and a special guilloche design underneath that resembles the white feathers of the swan and a champagne gold-coated clip reminiscent of the graceful bird’s neck and head.
The blue shade of the translucent lacquer barrel is inspired by the blue of Ludwig’s official royal portrait, as well as the blue of the pillars inside the throne room at Neuschwanstein. By the way, the Au750 solid gold nib of the fountain pen is decorated with an engraving of the fairy tale Neuschweinstein castle.
Next up, the Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II Limited Edition 888 features a gorgeous skeleton design, inspired by mural paintings of the king’s lavish throne room at Neuschwanstein. The Au750 solid gold overlay, with its cutout design, allows you to take a closer look at the translucent white lacquer underneath.
The cap ring is decorated with a round cut ruby and the Montblanc emblem, just to make sure everyone knows what’s what. The German brand has yet again managed to combine the technical virtuosity of the métiers d’art with some of the world’s most precious materials.
Last but not least, the Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II Limited Edition 5 is limited to just 5 exquisite pieces, each of them representing an elaborate tribute to the lavish world of the king. The solid AU 750 champagne gold of the fountain pen comes complemented by sparkling diamonds set with full pave.
Furthermore, the ruby baguette set on the cap top ring is reminiscent of the rich red sash worn by Ludwig II in his royal portrait. Are you feeling inspired, yet?

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BALLYRONAN STORMY CLOUDSCAPE - PART 2
October 25th 2009. This was the day after the first big Atlantic storm of Autumn passed over N. Ireland during the early morning hours producing heavy rain and gales. During the evening I went for a walk around the NW shore of Lough Neagh at Ballyronan Marina.. It was overcast and raining however the rain briefly stopped allowing some filtered sunlight through to catch these heavy clouds in the SE. The clouds had subtle blue, purple, and pink colours with their reflection visible on the Lough itself. Strange dark shadows where cast across the water by the Sun which was behind me and low in the sky very close to setting. The dark shadows are probably the trees which lined the shore and walkway behind me. The effect looks very similar to an aurora display. The low level clouds in the distance had a very dark precipitation curtain falling over the Lough making for a very storm-like scene. The sky turned overcast and dark within min's and the rain returned. I was lucky to have captured the moody view at the correct moment. 28mm wide angle lens, hand held, portrait style.


Have you ever struggled to properly cut through thick materials using traditional methods and need an effective solution for your business.
In this blog post, we’ll look at why water jet cutting services are such a precise, efficient, and versatile way to cut through virtually any material, even thick and tough ones.
Applications in industry
Thick material cutting can benefit a number of different industrial applications including but not limited to the following:
- Machinery implements including buckets, rippers, machinery cages.
- Tooling dies
- Ship Building
- Structural brackets
- Machining blanks
What types of materials can you cut
- Aluminium (6061, 5083, 2024, 7050 & 7075) up to 200mm thick
- Steels including mild steel 400, 450, 500, 80, 700 up to 200mm thick
- Specialty steel including Amour plate boiler plate
Here are some examples of projects we have completed using our water jet machine:
Reasons to waterjet cut over laser, plasma or oxy fuel?
A waterjet can cut small holes in thick plates and other pieces including very intricate designs such as text and unique shapes for straight cuts or engraving. For example a 5mm hole is easily achievable in thick plate with the water jet machine.
Likewise cutting thick aluminium or stainless steel parts isn’t a problem and easily achieved with water jet technology as opposed to plasma and laser cutting which still face challenges in this area.
Cutting thick plate with plasma, laser and oxy can cause excessive heat which can require post cutting treatment which is not required when waterjet cutting.
Waterjet cutting can also produce a high-quality edge finish without the need for secondary finishing processes like grinding or sanding, which are frequently required when other cutting techniques are used.
Lastly it’s a great way to reduce machining time on a CNC mill or lathe helping to take most of the material out then processing the critical areas with a lathe or mill.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can waterjet cut hardened steel?
Yes all steels mentioned above as well as a host of other exotic materials can be cut easily with a water jet machine such as Bisalloy & Hastelloy.
We hope you found this post to be helpful and learnt about how water jet methods can help you with thick material projects.
If your in need of any help with your next cutting project be sure to get in touch with the MRC team and we will be happy to help!
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The Vietnamese iced coffee at Tan Dinh Deli is worth going out of your way for. It’s the best out of all the banh mi delis in the area, and the stuff is so strong it could probably resurrect King Tut if someone splashed a little on his tomb. Grab a banh mi to go along with it - the charred bits on the grilled pork won’t disappoint.
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Byron Wilson is the Founder/CEO of 1851 House Inc., a talent management company he founded in 2015. Working exclusively in the music industry for the past 8 years Byron’s career started in Vancouver, British Columbia. It was here that he found himself immersed with creatives all living under one roof including his first client SonReal. Together Byron and SonReal learned the business from scratch and gained an international fanbase and a global touring business. In 2016, Byron partnered with Mauricio Ruiz to add singer-songwriter Jessie Reyez to the roster. Jessie is a Grammy-nominated Platinum selling artist who has garnered over 1 billion streams world-wide.
Byron’s deep knowledge of the industry and genuine passion for connecting his clients’ artistry with fans worldwide have led to a string of accolades for his roster. While he is across all traditional aspects of his artists’ careers – it is his enthusiasm for exploring innovative release strategies and new trends that is the key differentiator in the success of his clients.


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Like almost everything else related to the economy these days, there are differing views about the near-term prospects for the multifamily housing market. This is especially true in New Jersey, where in recent years this market has been booming.
Is this a boom before a bust, and if not a bust, is there at least a glut beginning to appear? How are factors like supply and demand, the former shaped in part by interest rates and the latter by changing consumer tastes, playing into all this?
In this article, New Jersey Business magazine speaks with leading developers and experts in the real estate industry to understand what is happening in the multifamily housing market. Additionally, the magazine explores industry views on New Jersey’s office market, which has taken a backseat to the multifamily end of real estate development that has been doing so well.
The Rental Picture
For people who can afford it and meet tougher mortgage qualifications standards, “you’ve had the greatest home ownership affordability curve” in a very long time, notes Eugene Diaz, a principal at Prism Capital Partners in Bloomfield. Renting rather than home ownership is nonetheless experiencing the real growth in New Jersey, he says.
Changing lifestyle preferences do much to explain this.
“We have seen a fundamental shift in the way people want to live today,” says Mitchell Hersh, president and CEO of Mack-Cali Realty Corporation in Edison and chairman and CEO of Roseland Partners (Roseland is a multi-family residential community developer purchased by Mack-Cali in 2012). “Whereas the profile of the typical renter even six or seven years ago was thought to be someone who couldn’t afford to purchase a home, today we’re seeing an increase in the number of people who can afford to buy a home, but are choosing to rent because they want flexibility,” he says. “This is increasing the overall pool of renters, which is driving demand in the multifamily rental sector, particularly in transit-oriented and urban locations.
“We have also seen a steadily growing renter base of young professionals and millennials,” he adds, “drawn to the access of transportation, culture and social context of the denser, more urban hotspots. … We’re witnessing an influx of the renter by choice; that is, those that may be able to afford to buy a home, but elect to rent,” Hersh explains.
The growing attraction of multifamily housing isn’t limited to millennials either. Another burgeoning demographic group, older people wishing hassle-free living, avoiding home owning maintenance and property tax surprises, also continues bolstering this rental market. “There’s a lot of interesting new product for older renters these days supporting this trend,” notes Michael Allen Seeve, president of Mountain Development in Woodland Park.
The ability to raise rents or even just maintain rent levels is related to such factors as competitive rents in luxury apartments across the river in New York City. When a professional couple compares rents twice as high per square foot in hip sections of Brooklyn than units in Jersey City, it can be an easy choice.
According to Hersh, rents throughout Mack-Cali/Roseland’s own portfolio “have remained relatively stable over the past year as demand throughout our communities has been consistently strong. We have seen particularly high demands for our recent properties throughout the ‘Gold Coast,’ including Jersey City and Port Imperial (West New York).”
Rents to date haven’t just held up or increased in the luxury end of the multifamily market. In parts of New Jersey, property developers/managers have been able to enjoy solid and improving rents in middle income communities.
“When we looked at this market a decade ago and decided to get into it strongly,” says Diaz, “we found that a lot of [middle income] people were living in apartments built in the 1960s and saw opportunities to get higher rents by improving quality and amenities in new product.”
Bradley Seiden is chief investment officer at Tightline Equities, a subsidiary of Larken Associates in Hillsborough. Larken has 1,200 units of multifamily housing in 13 properties with much this same middle-income demographic
“We have been able to get 5 to 7 percent rent growth by pumping up renovations,” says Seiden, “and we think this will continue.” His reasoning? Even if the economy weakens and wages don’t grow very fast, “many households now have two incomes. … They can support higher rents in the future,” he says.
NAI James E. Hanson in Hackensack is a real estate brokerage, consulting and property management organization. The director of its multifamily group, Enn Kunnapas, points out the two-tier nature of the multifamily market and its effects on rents: “Bergen County, lots of jobs, close to New York, luxury properties … all rental pricing drivers for Class-A properties; while many other parts of the state, C class markets, where joblessness works to keep down the rents,” he says.
Glut Or No Glut
After a year’s long surge in the New Jersey multifamily market, has a glut of properties been created? In general terms, Diaz doesn’t think so. “There can be a flattening in demand in some areas. In Jersey City, 80 new units come into the market and 40 don’t rent quickly, it can give the impression of a glut, but the overall rental demographics are still good.”
A glut in this market? “I don’t see it at all,” Seiden says.
Neither does Hersh — at least when it comes to his company’s own market segment. “There continues to be a very strong market for well-located multifamily rental properties that are meticulously maintained and amenitized to fit the lifestyle needs of the modern luxury renter. We believe that this demand will continue for the foreseeable future, as a larger percentage of renters today are renters by choice.”
Gluts, however, don’t only appear because demand falls. They can also come about because something pumps excess supply into a market. In the case of the multifamily rental market in New Jersey, some watchers think that exceptionally low borrowing rates available to developers in recent years may have produced a glut already, or may do so soon.
Says Kunnapas: “What’s happened with multifamily reminds me of what happened [in some markets] right after 9/11. For six months, everything went dead … then markets took off because of Fed policy. This is the key factor to multifamily growth.
“There’s already a lot of supply in the market,” he continues. “Not every deal is getting bought.” Everyone is already talking about rates going up. When that happens, “it will probably let air out of market – though gradually.”
Seeve, on the other hand, puts a more positive spin on future rate hikes. “As borrowing cost go up [for developers], so, too, do opportunities to raise rents because [it’s a sign] the economy is improving. Our concerns about borrowing problems are less than they were a few years ago,” he says.
Other Commercial Real Estate Segments
Developers and other players in New Jersey’s real estate markets are often looking over their shoulders for opportunities in market segments that have been soft for a time. Some are seeing them today with offices and certain kinds of retail development.
Seeve, for example, is looking more favorably at the office market segment. “Yes,” he says, “it has been a laggard compared to multifamily and industrial in recent years, but it has also been improving in the last year or two. Business confidence is up. Companies are adding development people and looking to expand after cutting back for years. Our view — we’re bullish on the office market.”
Seiden points out another sector that his own company is viewing more favorably. “We have been focused on residential, but are looking now into specific retail situations: One-off deals … fix up and increase cash flow.
“We’re more comfortable with the daily user, servicing the daily needs part of this retail sector. It’s the Walgreens and Dunkin Donuts, not big box stores. However, big boxes that services a variety of needs, like hospital building fitness centers, can look good.”
The multifamily market is a kind of puzzle that New Jersey developers must solve. How might population size affect it, factoring in immigration from other states as well as other countries? How old and in need of replacement or renovation is the existing multifamily housing stock? How strong is the economy in areas where development is to happen? How might changing consumer tastes affect a project’s attractiveness? What’s the rent raising potential in a renovation or new project? What’s the strength of competing housing – in-state from single family units and out-of-state from places like Manhattan and Brooklyn? Does developing more office and retail projects look like a better focus then multifamily projects?
These are just some of the factors that shape the New Jersey multifamily housing market. Developers have found things here congenial in recent years. Most still seem optimistic about near term prospects in this market.

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What If I Am Married To Someone Who Owes Child Support Will My Tax Return Be Applied To The Child Support Arrears They May Owe
Yes,unless you are eligible for relief. If youdo not owe child support butyouare married tosomeonewhoowes child support,you may need to file an Injured Spouse Claim and Allocation -Form 8379
In some instances, the IRS offsets a portion of the payment sent to a spouse who filed an injured spouse claim if it has been offset by the non-injured spouses past-due child support. The FAQ on the IRS stimulus FAQ www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center website states: The IRS is aware that in some instances a portion of the payment sent to a spouse who filed an injured spouse claim with his or her 2019 tax return has been offset by the non-injured spouses past-due child support. The IRS is working with the Bureau of the Fiscal Service and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Child Support Enforcement, to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. If you filed an injured spouse claim with your return and are impacted by this issue, you do not need to take any action. The injured spouse will receive their unpaid half of the total payment when the issue is resolved.
Who Is Eligible For The Third Stimulus Check
1. Income: The income requirements to receive the full payment are the same as the first and second stimulus checks. There is no minimum income needed to qualify for the payment. Households with adjusted gross income up to $75,000 for individuals will receive the full payment. The third stimulus payment starts to phaseout for people with higher earnings. The third stimulus checks maximum income limit is lower than the first and second stimulus check. Single filers who earned more than $80,000 in 2020 are ineligible for the third stimulus check.
View the chart below to compare income requirements for the first, second, and third stimulus checks.
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2. Social Security Number: This requirement is different from the first and second stimulus check.
Any family member that has a Social Security number or dependent can qualify for the third stimulus check. For example, in a household where both parents have ITINs, and their children have SSNs, the children qualify for stimulus checks, even though the parents dont.
See the chart below for further explanation of how this works.
State And Local Aid $745 Billion
At the outset of the pandemic, governments used the funds largely to cover virus-related costs.
As the months dragged on, they found themselves covering unexpected shortfalls created by the pandemic, including lost revenue from parking garages and museums where attendance dropped off. They also funded longstanding priorities like upgrading sewer systems and other infrastructure projects.
K-12 schools used early funds to transition to remote learning, and they received $122 billion from the American Rescue Plan that was intended to help them pay salaries, facilitate vaccinations and upgrade buildings and ventilation systems to reduce the viruss spread. At least 20 percent must be spent on helping students recover academically from the pandemic.
While not all of the state and local aid has been spent, the scope of the funding has been expansive:
Utah set aside $100 million for water conservation as it faces historic drought conditions.
Texas has designated $100 million to maintain the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin.
The San Antonio Independent School District in Texas plans to spend $9.4 million on increasing staff compensation, giving all permanent full-time employees a 2 percent pay raise and lifting minimum wages to $16 an hour, from $15.
Alabama approved $400 million to help fund 4,000-bed prisons.
Summerville, S.C., allocated more than $1.3 million for premium pay for essential workers.
What was the impact?
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Rhode Island Stimulus Checks
Rhode Island families who qualify for a child tax rebate this year will receive $250 for each child who was 18 years old or younger at the end of 2021 up to a maximum of $750 . The state started sending payments on a rolling basis in October to residents who filed their 2021 Rhode Island tax return August 31, 2022. However, for people who file an extended tax return by October 17, 2022, checks will hit mailboxes in December.
If you’re married and filed a joint Rhode Island return for the 2021 tax year, you qualify for a rebate if your federal adjusted gross income can’t exceed $200,000. For everyone else, your federal AGI must be $100,000 or less.
Check out the Rhode Island Division of Taxation’s online tool if you want to see the status of your rebate.
For Rhode Island taxes in general, see the Rhode Island State Tax Guide.
Who Qualifies For A Stimulus Check And How Much Will I Receive
According to the IRS, approximately 80% of Americans will be eligible to receive full or partial stimulus payments through the CARES Act. If you have an adjusted gross income of up to $75,000 , you should be eligible for the full amount of the recovery rebate.
For tax filers with income above these amounts, the stimulus payment decreases by $5 for each $100 above the thresholds. The stimulus check rebate completely phases out at $99,000 for single taxpayers, $136,500 for those filing as Head of Household and $198,000 for joint filers with no kids. Your eligibility will be based on information from your most recent tax filings .
Use our Stimulus Check Calculator to see if you qualify and how much you can expect.
Also Check: Irs Disability Form For Stimulus Check
How Can I File My Taxes
If you know you need to file a 2020 tax return, you should do so as soon as possible to get your Economic Impact Payment and any tax refund that you are eligible for.
Online: If youre comfortable using computers and confident preparing your own taxes, consider using a free online tax software. MyFreeTaxes is an online tool that helps you file your taxes for free. You can use these online programs until November 20, 2021.
How Do You Track Your Payments
You can check the status of your stimulus payment on IRS.gov using the Get My Payment tool. If you receive the notice Payment Status Not Available, it indicates one of the following situations:
- The IRS does not have enough information
- Your payment has not been processed yet
- Youre not eligible for a payment
If you believe you are eligible for a payment, check the Get My Payment tool over the coming weeks, as the IRS continues to process payments.
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Who Is Not Eligible For The Recovery Rebate Credit
If you received your full amount in advance through the third stimulus payment, you would not qualify for any more money when you filed the return and you do not claim the Recovery Rebate Credit. Filing incorrectly for the credit could also delay your tax refund.
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What If I Am Eligible For The Stimulus Checks But I Didnt File A 2019 Or 2020 Tax Return And Didnt Use The Irs Non
You can file a tax return even if you dont have a filing requirement to get other tax credits, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit.
If you didnt get your first or second stimulus check or didnt get the full amount that you are eligible for, file a 2020 federal tax return and claim them as part of your tax refund or use GetCTC.org if you dont have a filing requirement. The deadline to use GetCTC.org is November 15, 2022.
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Who May Still Be Eligible For More Money
There may be people who are eligible for the full $1,400 payments, or additional partial payments, particularly if their circumstances have changed.
Parents who added a child to their family in 2021 may be eligible for a $1,400 payment. Additionally, families who added a dependent to their family in 2021, such as a parent, niece or nephew or grandchild, may also be eligible for $1,400 on their behalf.
Additionally, people whose incomes have fallen may now be eligible for the money if their 2021 adjusted gross incomes are below the thresholds for full payments. If their incomes are in the phase-out thresholds, they could be eligible for partial payments.
People who do not typically file tax returns, and have not yet done so, need to file this year in order to receive the any potential payments.
The Recovery Rebate Credit money for which you are eligible will either reduce the amount of federal taxes you owe or be included in your refund.
Filed A Tax Return But Still Didn’t Receive Your Money Here’s What The Issue Could Be
If you filed your taxes this year but still haven’t received your stimulus check or child tax credit money that you’re eligible for, there are some other things that could be holding it up.
- You don’t have a bank account set up.
- It was your first time filing.
- You have a mixed-status household.
- You haven’t updated your address with the IRS or USPS.
- You’re experiencing homelessness.
- You have limited or no internet access.
If none of these reasons apply to you, it may be time to file a payment trace with the IRS either by calling 800-919-9835 or mailing in Form 3911.
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The Irs Classifies Me As An Older Adult What Should I Know
Many older adults, including retirees over age 65, received a first stimulus check under the CARES Act and were eligible for the second one â and are for the third as well. For older adults and retired people, factors like your tax filings, your AGI, your pension and if youâre part of the SSI or SSDI program will affect whether you receive a stimulus payment.
The third stimulus check makes older adult dependents eligible to receive more money on behalf of the household. Hereâs how to determine if you qualify for your own stimulus check or count as a dependent.
How much stimulus money you could get depends on who you are.
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Who May Be Eligible To Receive More Stimulus Money
- Parents of a baby born in 2021 who claim the child as a dependent on their 2021 tax return
- Families who added a dependent, such as a parent, grandchild or foster child, on their 2021 tax return who was not listed as a dependent on their 2020 return
- Single filers who had incomes above $80,000 in 2020 but less than that in 2021 married couples who filed a joint return who earned more than $160,000 in 2020 but made less money in 2021 and head-of-household filers with incomes above $120,000 in 2020 but less than that in 2021
- Single filers who had incomes of between $75,000 and $80,000 in 2020 but earned less in 2021 married couples who file jointly who had incomes of between $150,000 and $160,000 in 2020 but less than that in 2021 and heads of household who had incomes of between $112,500 and $120,000 in 2020 but made less money in 2021
Even if you didnt qualify for the first and second round of stimulus payments in 2020, if you had a tough time financially in 2021 and your income is lower , you will get the credit on your 2021 return, Steber says.
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Golden State Stimulus Taxation
While individual states that offered stimulus checks may have different rules, the California Franchise Tax Board confirms on its website that the Golden State Stimulus payments are not subjected to state tax.
As with the federal stimulus payments, the Golden State Stimulus cannot be claimed as income.
Therefore, it cannot be claimed on an income tax return.
These Are The State Stimulus Checks Coming In December 2022
Check to see if your state is on the list
This year, many states have issued inflation-relief checks to help residents cope with increased inflation and soaring prices. Typically, funding has come from budget surpluses and is sent to residents who filed 2020 or 2021 tax returns. However, each states eligibility requirements, amounts, and date of payment differs.
Although many state stimulus checks have been going out since the beginning of the year, there are still many slated to come this December. Keep reading to see if youll receive your inflation-relief check before the end of 2022.
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What If I Filed My Taxes Last Year Under My Previous Name And Have Changed My Name Since I Filed Those Taxes
If you file taxes and have not filed your 2019 taxes, you should file as soon as possible with your new name. Make sure your name is updated with the Social Security Administration.
If your stimulus check is written out to you under your previous legal name, you should still be able to deposit your check. However, you may need to speak with your bank and show your legal paperwork documenting your courtordered name change and old and new ID.
If you are cashing a check outside of a bank, bring your legal documents with you and try to call in advance to make sure that they dont have additional requirements to cash the check.
Fourth A $1400 Stimulus Check Is To Be Issued
Although various lobbyists have called for the option of issuing a fourth stimulus check, as of July, there is no guarantee that this will happen.
In fact, at this point, we are further away from this fourth check being issued than we were at the beginning of the year when it still seemed a fairly realistic probability. However, there are no indications to suggest that this is the case.
On the other hand, corresponding cost-of-living adjustments will likely continue to accrue throughout the year. It should recall that the cost-of-living adjustment in 2022 increased by 5.9%, one of the highest in the countrys recent history.
Thus, the Social Security Administration has issued estimates that envision the possibility of an increase of even 8% next year, thus meeting the challenge of high inflation. However, we will not know this until 2023.
Therefore, it is complex that will issue a fourth stimulus check. On the other hand, if the third check has not yet been cashed, you should start the claiming process.
Remember, first of all you should contact the relevant administration. They will likely require documents such as your 2020 tax return .
Lets think that, in the case of older people, the mortality rate caused by the pandemic was very high: someone who died in 2020 was not entitled to the stimulus stub for the year 2021.
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Its Not Too Late To File Your Tax Return
Although the regular tax season is over, you can still file a late tax return until October 15, 2022. If you do not file you may miss out on a refund or any tax credits for which you may be eligible.While theres no penalty for filing late if you do not owe taxes, you could face fees and penalties if you do owe for 2021. The information below can help you navigate this process and complete your return before the final deadline.
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How Can I Track My Stimulus Check
The third round of Economic Impact Payments will be based on a taxpayers latest processed tax return from either 2020 or 2019. That includes anyone who used the IRS non-filers tool last year, or submitted a special simplified tax return.
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How Do I Get My Third Stimulus Check
You dont need to do anything if:
- You have filed a tax return for tax year 2019 or 2020.
- You are a Social Security recipient, including Social Security Disability Insurance , railroad retiree. Or you are a Supplemental Security Insurance and Veterans Affairs beneficiary.
- You successfully signed up for the first stimulus check online using the IRS Non-Filers tool or submitted a simplified tax return that has been processed by the IRS.
If you are missing your third stimulus check, file your 2020 tax return or use GetCTC.org if you dont have a filing requirement. By submitting your information to the IRS, you will be signed up and automatically sent the third stimulus check.
Stimulus Checks: Direct Payments To Individuals During The Covid
The federal government made direct payments to individuals totaling $931 billion to help with COVID-19. However, it was challenging for the IRS and Treasury to get payments to some people.
We found that nonfilers , first-time filers, mixed immigrant status families, and those experiencing homelessness were among those likely to have trouble receiving these payments in a timely manner.
We recommended that Treasury and the IRS tailor their outreach efforts to educate such people about their eligibility for these payments.
In 2020 and 2021, IRS and Treasury issued $931 billion in direct payments to individuals to ease financial stress due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, some eligible Americans never received payments. We made recommendations to strengthen Treasury and IRSs outreach and communications efforts for the billions of dollars in similar tax credits IRS administers, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit.
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Organic gardening can be a lot of fun, and there are so many ways one can improve upon their techniques. So whether you need more techniques to help your garden grow better, or if you just need a technique overhaul, take a look at the tips that are listed below.
Plants need room to grow. Packing too many plants in proximity to one another will make them compete for resources and you’ll subsequently either have one plant die, or have both plants grow in much worse conditions. It’s advisable to research the full size of a plant and look at how deep and how far apart the plants should be grown.
Pass on the gardening love. Once you have a great crop of vegetables, be sure to share some with friends and family. This simple act of kindness can be a huge motivator for you and a big act of generosity to those around you
If you like to plant roses, before you buy any variety, ask yourself what characteristics you would like from your roses. Different varieties have different characteristics, such as fragrance, heartiness, and size, to name a few. The traits that you want the most from a rose bush will influence your decision on what variety to plant.
Grow from seeds. In garden centers, it is usually much cheaper to purchase a packet of seeds than to buy the equivalent number of grown plants. Remember, if you sow some seeds before the summer, you can get a garden full of bright, colorful flowers for a very cheap price.
Used tea and coffee grounds make good soil enrichers. Both coffee and tea grounds are great additions when you need to raise the acidity of your soil. If your soil is pH balanced, adding the tea and coffee is good, as flowers such as rhododendrons and azaleas, and fruits such as blueberry, appreciate soil that is on the acidic side. You can work the grounds into the soil before you plant your garden, or sprinkle a little around existing plants once a week or so.
You can test the viability of your seeds by soaking them overnight. Drop them into a container of water and keep them in a dark place for a day. Check the location of the seeds. If they sank to the bottom, they are usable. If they float the the top, they may be dead.
Make sure you are realistic about your gardening abilities. It is easy to get excited about the possibilities that your garden holds. However, it does not make sense to purchase seeds that will not thrive in your climate. Research what type of plants you can successfully grow and stick to your list when shopping.
Organic gardening can be a very effective skill to have in your arsenal for whatever needs you may have in regards to your diet. You may already have a healthy diet and want to know how to incorporate your own grown food into it. No matter your reasons, hopefully the tips above gave you some ideas.

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-----An amazing people settled the coastal region of Southeast Alaska. The essence of their artistic culture can be experienced through their totem poles.
TOTEM POLES OF SOUTHEAST ALASKA
-----Totem poles were carved and erected by Native Americans from SE Alaska to Puget Sound. Our first personal experience with totem poles was in Ketchikan many years ago. A local resident dropped us off in the totem park just before sundown. For the last hours of fading summer light, we wandered among the strange carvings of birds, frogs, ravens, eagles, and unidentifiable creatures. Huge oval eyes stared at us from the wood, great beaks pierced the evening sky, and gigantic teeth glared white in the gathering dusk. We felt the power of those spirits, the grandeur imparted by the carvers and the shamans. Who were these spirit/creatures, did they have names, what stories did they tell? Surely, they are the artistic quintessence of a complex culture. We have been fascinated by totem poles since that twilight experience long ago.
-----My brother, the archeologist in the family, tells us that a totem is a symbol - it represents the spiritual and personal identity of an individual, a clan, or a culture. The symbol often is an animal, a plant, a mythical creature, or a geographical entity that is held in awe, reverence, or fear. By this definition, only some of the 'totem' poles of the northwest are 'truly' totemic. Others represent legends, social or personal history, or commemorate a deceased person. Such poles may or may not contain totemic meaning.
-----The earliest North American people probably arrived on this continent during or just after the last Ice Age, or somewhat more than 12,000 years ago, from eastern Asia. These were the hunters of the Pleistocene megafauna, the huge animals that co-existed with the continental glaciers - Ice Bears, Mammoths, Mastodons, Giant Sloths, Dire Wolves … These peoples, and others who followed them, eventually explored westerly down the great river valleys that traversed the coastal ranges of the continent. Perhaps some arrived by water, paddling southerly along the coasts, living and settling among the abundant resource of the sea. The legends of the present-day Native dwellers of Southeast Alaska relate their arrival to the coast by descending the river valleys.
-----One tale tells of meeting a great ice sheet that covered the valley. The river flowed through a tunnel into the ice and emerged downstream. Was it safe to paddle their boats through the tunnel? After long debate, they placed some of the old ones into boats, and launched them into the maw of the shiny crystalline tunnel. The tribe ran up the mountainside to see what would emerge from the tunnel's exit far below. Fortunately, for both the tribe and the old timers, the canoes and contents emerged unscathed. Soon, all the tribe followed.
-----These people settled the coastal regions of today's Southeast Alaska and British Columbia. Through time, they evolved a culture unlike any other on the continent, utilizing the abundant resources of the temperate rain forest and the life-laden sea. Extended families lived in a village and soon acquired an identity, skills, legends, and experiences somewhat different from that of other villages. Such groups identified themselves with specific totems - the Bear, Eagle, or Raven, for instance - and evolved into tribes with unique customs and identities. They spoke seven different languages and many more dialects, representing different history or cultural evolution. Most tribes believed they were The People, superior to all other humans with whom they had contact. The two groups most often associated with carved columns in Southeast Alaska are the Tlingits (with fourteen lineages or villages in recent times). The Haida were seafarers, whose cultural heart lay in the Queen Charlotte Islands off present British Columbia, although one group settled on Prince of Wales Island in present Alaska. They were marauding warriors and much feared by their mainland neighbors. They were wealthy, artistic, and aggressive. They built huge lodges and monumental totem poles in extensive villages.
-----Wealth, for these peoples, was acquired from land and sea, and its acquisition represented power and status. Territories containing food, such as clam beds, hunting areas, sea lion rookeries, salmon rivers, or berry patches were coveted and fought over by individuals as well as clans. The acquisition of wealth was the basis of their culture. Trading and gift giving (potlatch) from their accumulated wealth gave prestige, status, and political power. Wealth spurred carving, and during historic times, the carving of columns spread through out the region.
TYPES OF POLES
-----The oldest and simplest pole is the Memorial Pole. It is a simple, tall, unembellished straight pole. It is crowned by a single figure that represents the leader's clan.
-----Some columns, Mortuary Poles, contained a hollowed-out space used to inter the remains of an individual. They are often more ornately carved than a simple Memorial Pole and demonstrate the wealth or status of the deceased. They are often wider at the top than the base to accommodate the crypt.
-----A carved House Pole served as roof support for a house and displayed the lineage of the owner. These poles are short, stocky, and more ornate than Memorial Poles. They often lasted for generations since they were inside a covered house.
-----The poles most often photographed and most widely-known are Legend Poles. They tell a story, mythic or historical, about their owner or clan. Some, the Crest Poles, celebrate the ancestry of the individual. Such poles were only erected for the most wealthy or important persons of the community.
CREATURES OF THE POLES
Mythical Creatures - Watchful and Fog Woman
Historical - Russian Double Eagle & Missionary
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The Number One Hundred and Seventy Seven - Baroque pearl, skull and lace ring.
A medium sized baroque pearl sits inside a custom made lace setting which creeps up the stone, holding it in place.
Surrounding the pearl are a forest of skulls and flowers finishing the ring off with a delicate touch.
The ring has been made in solid sterling silver and is one of a kind.
This ring has been made entirely by hand in London.
NUMBER ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY SEVEN
Baroque freshwater pearl
Ring face approx: 24mm x 12mm
Ring sits approx 14mm from finger


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This is pretty much the same thing I have worn twice this spring/summer, but I couldn’t resist. Today is the first day my hair has been long enough to put up in a top knot. (with the help of half a pack of bobby pins, a can of hairspray, and a prayer.) I clearly celebrated my ballerina hair with a ballerina skirt. I also twirled a lot, and searched for Center Stage to watch online. I’m not proud of that last part.
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Yesterday, I launched my own podcast (I had threatened to do so earlier). In an unsurpassed effort of creativity I named it Uwe Hermann's Music Podcast ;) This is a pure music podcast (no talking / ranting by me), featuring freely available (mostly Creative Commons licensed) music from various artists and various genres, see my announcement for details.
On the technical side, I have integrated the podcast into my existing website and blog (which is powered by Drupal 4.6.3). The podcasting was possible almost out-of-the-box (as most things are, if you use Drupal). I only applied this small patch which creates an <enclosure> tag for every MP3 to which I link in the respective node. I use the standard "blog" node type to create the podcast entries, put them all in the category "Uwe Hermann's Music Podcast" which I have aliased to http://www.hermann-uwe.de/podcast. The RSS feed for the podcast is simply the standard Drupal feed for that category, which I aliased to http://www.hermann-uwe.de/podcast/rss.xml. Simple, eh?
Of course, as I based the podcast on Drupal, you can comment on any podcast "show", refer to them via trackback etc. etc.
I'm eager to hear your opinions, comments and suggestions. Oh, and please feel free to suggest free music which you like. If I like it too, I'll happily play it ;)


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Cape Town flights
weehoo · 20/01/2020 11:53
We are thinking about going to South Africa in October (2 adults and 2 kids under 8).
I've started tentatively looking at flights and I'm not sure if we can afford to fly direct (I've been twice before many years ago and flew direct then but just one flight to pay for!)
Does anyone have any tips about keeping prices as low as possible without too much compromise? Also I'm not sure if we should get on and book soon or wait to see if any airline has a sale?
Lippy1234 · 20/01/2020 15:56
I’ve also been twice, the first time I found it cheaper to book a package with Virgin than pay for 4 flights for my family. We stayed at a hotel in Bantry Bay in a family suite. The second time was just my DH and I so we paid the high BA price but then found it such good value there it evened itself out.
marialuisa · 20/01/2020 21:07
We got a better deal for February, booking flights and hotel together through BA. Was about £500 pp cheaper than just buying the same flights.
BubblesBuddy · 20/01/2020 23:35
SA airlines are usually cheaper than BA.
I would suggest you don’t take two flights. It uses up lots of air fuel and is the least green way of travelling due to fuel use during multiple take offs. It’s also going to take a chunk out of your time there.
I would recommend staying in smaller guest houses. I think April is a slightly cheaper time to visit. It’s Autumn but it’s still pleasant in Cape Town. Just not beach weather maybe. February is still highish season.
ReviewingTheSituation · 21/01/2020 07:59
We flew indirect to keep costs down, and to avoid having to go to H'row. We did Emirates via Dubai. It did make for quite a long flight overall because Dubai isn't really 'on the way'! We also arrived in CT without our bags thanks to a short delay on the first flight and thus a curtailed (and already short) transit through the VAST Dubai airport.
The other option is to go via one of the big European hubs (Paris, Frankfurt, AMS). I didn't want to do that because I wanted to feel like I'd actually got somewhere/travelled some distance before part 2 of the journey.
How long are you going for? If just a week, I'd be much more inclined to take direct flights, but if going for 2 weeks then I'd save the money and go indirect again.
BubblesBuddy · 21/01/2020 08:15
It’s about time multiple flight recommendations stopped due to global warming. Fly direct! Less flights equals less pollution!
ClumsyPickle · 21/01/2020 08:21
This is a journey I've done a lot! Avoid BA, the planes are horrid and the service really not what you'd expect. Recently flew Qatar via Doha, great service and flights but it did turn it into a long journey! Look at Virgin as the flight is probably the best, and I think they still price match! Lots of offers to be had
99point9FahrenheitDegrees · 21/01/2020 08:25
The nicest indirect or direct flights are Virgin, via Joburg, and are cheaper than the direct. The cheapest go via all sorts of places! The direct flights to CT aren't great, and the JHB stopover only adds a couple of hours. October is quite a nice time, late spring, so warm by UK standards. Don't go in February, it's REALLY hot then! Keeping costs down generally... I guess don't do all the expensive tourist stuff? You can have a lovely day out in Kirstenbosch with the children, you can go to Muizenberg or Noordhoek beach, that sort of thing.
99point9FahrenheitDegrees · 21/01/2020 08:25
I mean DO do all the things you want to do, but you can ALSO have cheap days in between!
KoalasandRabbit · 21/01/2020 11:38
Skyscanner is good for evaluating cheapest option if you've not used that - I always book direct with airlines though. Generally mid week to mid week is cheaper than weekends though with kids at school you may not have that flexibility. We flew direct with BA but it was pre kids so 2 of us. Always find things like half term can be very pricey as no choice in dates so if you can look at other times of year that can help.
KittenVsBox · 21/01/2020 11:48
I would always take a direct flight if possible. Indirect is such a waste of time and energy.
Change the flight date slightly (fly Friday rather than after school/work finishes on friday for example).
Skyscanner to discover which airport combinations you want, and then Google flights to play with the cost matrix. Then book direct with the airline. Dont go with weofferbarginflights.com as a third party. It's a nightmare to deal with if anything goes wrong.
AFistfulofDolores1 · 21/01/2020 11:52
Don't book South African Airways. They are currently incredibly financially unstable, and may go under. It's not worth the risk, imo.
Look at either breaking in Dubai (Emirates), or even flying to another city and getting a domestic carrier to CPT (e.g. Mango or Kulula) - which may be cheaper.
Lippy1234 · 21/01/2020 13:07
I’ve been twice in Feb it wasn’t that hot, about 25 degrees and perfect for sightseeing.
weehoo · 21/01/2020 15:05
Thank you everyone for your replies!
Some food for thought re flights. I've flown to Cape Town before via Jo'burg but that was from Tanzania as I visited there first.
Our dates (in Oct) are fairly fixed, partly due to half term but most importantly also slap bang in the middle of the whale season (the best free entertainment in the world!)
We don't spend much on holiday - plan to do walking, animal spotting, picnics and a bit of driving along the coast
Stroller15 · 21/01/2020 16:51
Agree don't book SAA. BA has a book now pay later scheme which might be helpful. You can also set up a price alert on Skyscanner so it tells you if prices go up/down. I have to go to SA a few times a year and fly from up north. KLM has good deals, as do Qatar. Avoid school holidays if you can and check SA school dates, it makes a big difference. I usually fly on a Tuesday or Wednesday.
The exchange rate is not great for the Rand at the moment so you should get a lot for your pounds.
LochJessMonster · 21/01/2020 16:56
I used skyscanner and then flew Virgin to J'burg (amazing service) and then a BA flight from J'burg to CT.
We went beginning of October, certainly wasn't hot, bit windy on the coast tbh, definitely need cardigans!
BubblesBuddy · 21/01/2020 18:07
The op has fixed dates at October half term. So how can she go mid week? Shocking attitude to global warming on this thread!
BA are perfectly fine! It’s not great to keep taking off in aircraft when you don’t need to. Why would anyone with just a week wait around in airports en route just to get an allegedly better flight? The time wasted is ridiculous let alone wasting energy and producing emissions.
KoalasandRabbit · 21/01/2020 18:42
A lot of people take longer holidays than half term and pay the fine. We don't but know dozens of people that do.
weehoo · 21/01/2020 18:50
@KoalasandRabbit we are already taking a week off plus half term!
BubblesBuddy · 22/01/2020 12:05
So flying less (ie direct flights) does not appear to be remotely considered here? Just your own pocket? No wonder global warming is getting worse if everyone thinks like this. It is a very FU attitue. It probably will not be hundreds of ££ saving at half term. Fly direct. I love my holidays but I would not fly miles out of my way, take up extra fuel, waste my precious oliday time and add to pollution to do extra unecessary flights. It is shameful and utterly selfish. If anyone wants a holiday, pay for direct flights. It is the least anyone can do in the circumstances.
ContinuityError · 23/01/2020 18:06
Shocking attitude to global warming on this thread!
Swiftly followed by:
I love my holidays
If you are so concerned about flights and global warming, why are you still flying just to go on holiday?
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August 2, 2011 - Issue: Vol. 157, No. 120 — Daily Edition112th Congress (2011 - 2012) - 1st Session
PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR; Congressional Record Vol. 157, No. 120
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[Pages S5270-S5271] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that an intern in Senator Bingaman's office, Trey Debrine, be granted floor privileges during today's business. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered. Mr. MERKLEY. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Rachel Travis of my staff be granted privileges of the floor for this pending legislation. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. [[Page S5271]] ____________________

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