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Wondering if you could give the perfect home to a Maine Coon? Or maybe you’re just a cat fanatic wanting to learn more about this amazing and playful breed? Whatever your reasons for wanting to learn more about these gentle giants, read our breed guide below to become a Maine Coon master.
Maine Coon Breed Basics:
Average lifespan: 10 to 12 years
Average weight: Male: 5.9 - 8.2 kg, Female: 3.6 - 5.4 kg
Colours: White, black, brown, cream, ginger and blue
A history of the Maine Coon
These playful balls of fluff originate from North America, specifically Maine, hence their name! They were kept outside as farm cats protected by their naturally thick coat from the bitter New England winters.
No official records exist to say where exactly the Maine Coon breed came from, although there are plenty of fun tales surrounding French royalty and English sailors. It is more widely believed that they originated in the UK, as well as having roots in Scandinavia, believed to be brought in by the vikings, due to their resemblance to the Norwegian Forest Cat.
Did you know: It can take up to 5 years for a Maine Coon to mature to adulthood!
Maine Coon temperament & personality
Maine Coons are known as gentle giants who maintain a kitten personality throughout their life. Despite being one of the larger sized cats, they have a surprisingly small voice.
The Maine Coon is most definitely as cuddly and loving as its fluffy exterior has us believe. They love to play and are very affectionate, so if you’re looking for a cat to show you some love when you get home, this is the perfect breed for you.
Maine Coons love to socialise with other people and pets, so they make great additions to a large family, whether human or feline!
There’s definitely a few differences when comparing male Maine Coons to females, with males being a little more sociable and entertaining. The females also love to socialise, but can often seem a little more aloof than their male counterparts.
How to groom a Maine Coon
Maine Coons have beautifully thick, shaggy coats that are waterproof. They shed seasonally losing their thick undercoat in the summer, although some Maine Coons are known to shed all year long.
It’s impossible not to notice just how fluffy Maine Coons are, which means you’ll have to get used to regular grooming sessions with your furry feline friend.
You may have to spend a bit of time getting your Maine Coon used to grooming, as like most cats, they aren’t a fan of being groomed by humans. The younger you acclimatise your kitty to grooming, the easier and more fun it'll be for the both of you. With a bit of training, you can make this a weekly treat for them.
Maine Coon Grooming Tips
- Opt for a soft bristle brush
- Consistency is key - daily grooming will avoid the hair from matting
- A monthly bathe will help keep the coat in perfect condition
- If you're uncomfortable clipping their claws, take them to a specialised groomer or your vet will happily do this for you
Although they may hate you for it, a regular bath can also be beneficial to your Maine Coons maintenance. We would suggest keeping this to 1 bath per month. This time is also great for clipping the fur around the paws, as it can become a little cumbersome for them when on the prowl.
Maine Coon's coats are waterproof so you'll need to take care to work through the fur when rinsing and pay particular care to drying. We recommend hand drying first to remove as much excess water as possible, followed by a thorough towel dry.
Maine Coon health
Overall, Maine Coons are a pretty durable breed that suffer with minimal health issues, but like most pedigree cats and dogs, they can suffer with a few minor genetic health problems.
As a large breed cat, Maine Coons can suffer from hip dysplasia. It’s not a common issue in most cats and is more often found in large dog breeds. It’s thought that this is because of the size of a Maine Coon, as they can become pretty large felines.
Other things to look out for would be:
- HCM (feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) is a genetic condition where blood flow is restricted to the heart. Symptoms can show from 3 years old and include shortness of breath, a loss of appetite and a weak pulse. HCM can become serious if left untreated. If you suspect your Maine Coon has HCM, take them to the vet for a check-up.
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy - Not life threatening, but it can cause weakness in the muscles which may need treating. Symptoms show at 3-4 months old - look out for an abnormal gate or unsteady posture.
- Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) causes cysts to form on the kidneys which can lead to organ failure. If your Maine Coon inherits this disease, it will require lifelong treatment. As a slow progressing disease, symptoms may not show until your kitty is 7 years old. Lookout for lethargy, loss of appetite and subsequent weight loss, vomiting, increased thirst and frequent urination. A common misconception is to feed a low protein diet but what's key is phosphorus management. If you cat suffers from PKD you need to select a diet that has a low level of phosphorus as the damaged kidney is unable to remove phosphorus from the blood.
A good breeder will have tested for genetic diseases and on a whole, the Maine Coon is a healthy breed, whether purebred or mixed breed, they are pretty sturdy.
Why Scrumbles is the best food for Maine Coons
When it comes to choosing the best Maine Coon cat food, Scrumbles takes the top spot for feline nutrition. Maine Coons are known for their large size and unique dietary needs, and Scrumbles understands these requirements like no other. All their recipes are made with high-quality ingredients and plenty of protein, to fuel all that growth and body matter.
Whilst Maine Coons are pretty hardy beings, like any cat, they're likely to develop sensitive stomachs. That's why Scrumbles focuses on gut health with all their recipes, using natural ingredients, pollo-pecatarian protein, and adding pre or probiotics.
Are Maine Coons good house cats?
Due to the Maine Coons fairly laid back personality, they can be kept as either indoor or outdoor cats. Many Maine Coon owners prefer to keep them indoors however, as they are a very coveted breed and they have been known to get stolen when left to go outside alone.
Due to their large size, it’s best to have a fair amount of space in your home for them to roam around. Not only are they big, but they can be strong, so giving them space away from breakables is always a good idea.
With any house cat, it’s important to make sure they get enough exercise and mental stimulation. Maine Coons are very intelligent, so making sure they have enough to keep them occupied whilst indoors is essential.
Are Maine Coons aggressive?
There isn’t an aggressive bone in their body.
Maine Coons are known for their gentle and loving nature, which is why they have become such a popular breed with families and cat owners alike.
Of course every cat can become aggressive if they feel threatened or if they are uncomfortable or feeling a little under the weather. If your Maine Coon does become a little sensitive, it may be a sign of underlying issues, so it’s a good idea to give them a little check up to make sure everything is ok.
Are Maine Coons intelligent?
Maine Coons are very intelligent, which makes them extremely easy to train. Using a clicker, you can easily train your cat, whether it’s for shows or just general housekeeping.
They are so intelligent, that they will soon pick up on your schedule and routine, so if you leave the house at the same time every day, they’ll know about it. If you come home at the same time, they will be ready and waiting when you arrive.
How big do Maine Coons get?
We’ve talked a little about Maine Coons being a large breed of cat, but if you want to know exactly how big they can get, we would recommend reading this article from the Guinness Book of Records. That’s right, the longest cat in the world is currently a Maine Coon and they have won numerous other awards for being giants in the cat world.
How much do Maine Coons cost?
So you’ve reached the end of our breed guide and you’ve decided that a Maine Coon is the perfect addition to your household. It is fair to say you’ve chosen a great breed, but an expensive one.
Pedigree Maine Coon kittens can go for nearly £1000 per kitten, so they are very pricey should you want a pedigree kitty. You may also want to think about the added cost of insurance and consistent grooming.
You can also look at rescue Maine Coons who are looking for a loving home. As this breed is extremely loving and affectionate, it’s always advised to add a rescue Maine Coon to your family. However, it can be tricky to find a rescue Maine Coon as they are so popular!
If you’re looking for a cat that could also double as a small dog, show you love and affection and bring you belly laughs every day, then the Maine Coon is definitely for you. Remember, these felines can be huge, but full of love and extremely fluffy cuddles.
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After the Left’s “Big Lie” deception that there was no election or voter fraud during the 2020 presidential election, we now see a lot of activity in the key battleground states.
While Democrats, their allies in the mainstream media, and their censoring tech tyrant friends in the social media world continue to deceive Americans by making claims that former President Donald Trump’s accusations of massive voter fraud are what they deem a “Big Lie,” officials that feel otherwise from multiple states are getting involved in figuring out just what really happened and what they can do in their states to make sure the level of fraud and cheating never happens again.
What hurts the Left’s argument is when they say there’s no evidence of massive voter fraud while the other side has listened to and seen evidence of massive voter fraud. People won’t be gaslighted anymore.
On Tuesday, three states got a tour of the Arizona Audit floor.
Representatives from Alaska, and Colorado, and Georgia toured the facility. This is what federalism is about. Fifty states mean fifty different ways of doing things and if one state does something better, then other states have the right to find out what they did and emulate it for their state.
That’s happening right now and there’s nothing the Left’s deception can do about it.
One America News’s Christina Bobb reported on Tuesday that officials from Alaska, Colorado, and Georgia are now inside of the Veterans Memorial Coliseum taking a tour to learn about how the Arizona audit process is being conducted.
They have been on the floor of the building getting a real education on Arizona’s process and the logistics of how they are handling their audit.
Legislators from the three states mentioned were given a briefing. After that, they took to the floor of the operation to get a firsthand look at how the Arizona audit process is being run.
The purpose of this is so that the lawmakers can get a grasp of how it’s being done overall to allow them the ability to make some slight alterations to the process that would be necessary for how they can run such an audit in their home states. Each state is different with different election laws and different methods the Democrats use to cheat.
Audits ruled by judges after elections usually are controlled by the same county workers who were there during the thick of the voter fraud going on. Time right after an election is never of the essence to do a real audit of records.
From The Gateway Pundit:
TGP’s Jordan Conradson spoke with Senate Liasion Ken Bennett for another update before the guests arrived on the floor.
“Jordan Conradson: I understand Georgia is in the house right now?
Ken Bennett: There’s a couple of legislators from Georgia and one from Alaska that are in the building right now. I’ve heard Virginia, I’ve heard Wisconsin, you’ve now told me, Colorado, Nevada was in a few days ago, Pennsylvania last week. It’s becoming a popular place.
Conradson: Are you expecting to have, over the next few days, more tours?
Bennett: I’m told that every day this week there is some elected official coming in from some state. Today is Tuesday and if that pattern continues well have somebody in Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Conradson: It looks like they’re starting to max out on forensic tables, correct?
Bennett: We are beyond 80% I’m told, as far as counting the ballots, which is the first step. Then, it goes to the paper evaluation and they are well behind the counting levels in paper evaluation. I’m told that we’ll probably be finished with the counting of the ballots by the end of this week or sooner, and then all of the resources will shift to the paper evaluation. You can already see that paper evaluation has been increased significantly. There’s now 32 working tables and another probably 16 positions on the floor awaiting equipment and things like that. Once the counting is over this week at some time, all resources will shift to the paper evaluation.”
There are other people in the battleground states who are working their own methods to reveal voter fraud. For example, in Georgia, Mark Davis, President of Data Productions, Inc. was asked to analyze the 2020 voter data. In the past, Davis has been recognized by five separate courts as an expert witness on election laws and redistricting. What he discovered from the 2020 voter data is mind-blowing. Though he found multiple different types of voter fraud, one example alone proves the 2020 election should have been voided.
Davis discovered that before the 2020 election about 35,000 Georgians who voted notified the USPS that they moved from one county in Georgia to another and failed to notify the state that they moved to another county. Under Georgia law, they were not allowed to vote in either county. There is no disputing this, it’s been the law for years. Since the election, Davis has made intermittent requests for pulls on Georgia voter data from the state and he compares the addresses to the USPS list he’s been working with.
I just spoke with him on the phone and as of this writing, Davis has found that 10,559 Georgians so far have notified the state of their address change, corroborating that they moved from one county to another prior to the election, as told to the USPS. This confirms they did not notify the state of Georgia that they moved to another county prior to the election and not until after the election. That number is coming awful close to Biden’s 11,779 victory margin, and in a matter of weeks, the tally should override the margin of victory proving there was enough voter fraud to void that election contest. Davis is not saying that Trump will win Georgia because of his revelations. That contest is over because the feckless sad sack Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has already certified Biden’s win.
This means that every mainstream news media outlet has lied to you when they claimed that there was no evidence of massive election fraud in Georgia. They all said it.
That the Georgia 2020 election will soon be proven to have been rife with voter fraud is reason enough that all states should take a look at their own 2020 voter data. If nothing else comes of it, at least the Democrats and their boot-licking sycophants in the media can no longer claim there was no evidence of voter fraud.
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I've spent a few hours recently looking at building RPM packages of GNU/Linux kernels, which has been a frustrating process.
There are many many online guides which give the impression that this is actually a pretty complex process. For example How To Compile A Kernel - The CentOS Way guide. (Did I mention how bad most of the howtoforge guides are recently?)
So, after fiddling around for an afternoon and getting lost I decided to abandon the process.
Here is a tested process for building a binary RPM kernel package:
cd linux-220.127.116.11/ make rpm
Yes this works just fine upon a Centos 5.x machine - I'm used to using make-kpkg to make a Debian kernel package, but it seems that if you just visit kernel.org and download the latest version you can build a RPM without any extra effort thanks to native support. Cool.
Now I need to work out how to create, host, and update a YUM repository. That looks fiddly and annoying too. XML. Eww. Any guides are most welcome - ultimately I need to package and host a "recent" kernel for Centos 4.x, Centos 5.x and Fedora Core 6-9 - each for i386 + amd64.

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Music Lessons in Palm Desert, CA
Comprehensive list of Palm Desert, California based teachers and instructors offering private music lessons.
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Nowruz, meaning ‘New day’, was celebrated on Wednesday in several countries.
This ancestral festival, which has been observed for more than 3,000 years marks the Iranian/Persian New Year and is primarily celebrated in Iran, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan. In February 2010 UNESCO recognised The International Day of Nowruz on their list of “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”.
Nowruz coincides with the start of spring and traditionally honours the rebirth of nature. The celebration begins precisely with the vernal equinox, the moment the sun crosses the equator and sunlight is evenly divided between the two hemispheres.
Nowruz, whilst now deeply embedded in Iranian culture, is rooted in the traditions of the Zoroastrian religion. Zoroastrianism, an ancient Iranian religion and religious philosophy, was once the state religion of Ancient Iran and is thought to be one of the oldest of the world’s religions.
Although different in every region, the festival is usually honoured with prayer and celebration. In the lead-up to the event, spring-cleaning and visiting family feature heavily. One tradition the ‘Haftsin’ involves laying out specific objects on a tablecloth including seven edible items beginning with ‘s’. As these are not eaten until after the festivities, they are often substituted with alternatives, such as ‘sekke’ (coins), ‘sonbol’ (hyacinth) or ‘sabzeh’ (wheat sprouts), see image below.
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In recent years Barack Obama has addressed a Nowruz message to the Iranian people.
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Stunning Singapore Lightning Storm Wows Photographer
Lightning can be terrifying, but in many ways it unveils a beautiful, awe-inspiring display of Mother Nature. One photographer really brought that sentiment home in a new photo series.
Singapore photographer Darren Soh was on-hand this weekend to record an hour’s worth of images as a thunderous storm passed overhead.
“For years I’ve been actually trying to make this image that I’ve had in my head,” Soh told the BBC about the lightning storm.
That vision was captured by Soh as he took hundreds of photos of the storm. He narrowed down his selection of the best ones to present them in a short series.
“Twelve had the most lightning activity recorded in the frame and I put them together in post-production,” Soh shared.
If you’re as fascinated by lightning as millions of others out there, you’ll love the images below.
“Human beings have this thing with lightning. It scares them, yet at the same time it can be very inspiring and very beautiful.”

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One of Glasgow's landmarks will host a seven day theatrical festival next year by the National Theatre of Scotland (NTS).
The South Rotunda, the circular building close on the banks of the Clyde will be used as a "pop up venue" as part of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games cultural programme.
Built by Glasgow Tunnel Company, the pedestrian tunnel of the building is currently lying derelict.
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It will be home to a puppet and visual art show, inspired by Helen Ward's book The Tin Forest, created by the NTS and Graham McLaren, its associate director as well as Gavin Glover, the puppet designer.
The South Rotunda will also provide the backdrop to a seven day festival created by international young theatre-makers and an opening event, with live music from leading Scottish artists.
Mr McLaren said: "I've imagined making a show in Glasgow's South Rotunda since I was a boy.
"I can think of no place better for us to remember where Glasgow has been, and to dream of where we are going."
The Tin Forest project will also see its associate director Simon Sharkey lead teams of artists in four communities in Glasgow, Springburn, Govan, the East End and the south west, to tell a story about their community to be performed in June next year.
The festival will also bring together 10 youth theatre companies from around the Commonwealth.
These groups will also perform at the South Rotunda from July 24 to 28. The opening event is July 22.


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NEW CONCERT NEWS
Compiled by Greg Haymes
Photograph of Lou Barlow by Andrzej Pilarczyk
Just about a year ago, Lou Barlow (of Dinosaur Jr., Sebadoh and the Folk Implosion fame) rolled into Greater Nippertown and played a pair of free shows at Saratoga Springs’ One Caroline Street Bistro. Now he’s coming back to town to play an intimate concert at Overit in Albany at 7pm on Monday, May 7, but you’ll have to open up your wallets this time. Tickets are on sale now, priced at $38.45 & $44.28; VIP $54.84 & $107.62.
Down in Woodstock, the Bearsville Theater is gearing up for summer with the announcement of three new shows – reggae great Freddie McGregor at 9pm on Friday, July 13 ($30-$100); M. Ward at 8:30pm on Saturday, July 14 ($30-$50); and the Devon Allman Project with special guest Duane Betts (think they’ll play “Whippin’ Post”?) at 8pm on Tuesday, July 24 ($35-$55).
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Buffalo born and bred singer-songwriter-rocker Willie Nile is slated to return to The Linda in Albany at 8pm on Saturday, May 26. Tickets are on sale now, priced at $20.
The rock duo Black Pistol Fire takes the stage at the Hollow Bar + Kitchen in Albany at 9pm on Friday, June 9. Tickets are $19 in advance; $21 at the door.
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The two-time Tony Award winner Chita Rivera will play a one-night-only concert at Williamstown Theatre Festival’s Main Stage at 7:30pm on Monday, July 9 to benefit Williamstown Theatre Festival’s New Play & Musical Development Initiative. She will be accompanied by her longtime trio of Michael Croiter (guitar, percussion), Gary Adler (piano) and Jim Donica (bass). Priced at $80 & $125; VIP $250, tickets are currently available exclusively to WTF Lovers and will go on sale to the general public at 10am on Wednesday, May 2.
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Austin singer-songwriter Patty Griffin is headed into Club Helsinki in Hudson for an 8pm concert on Thursday, July 19. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Friday (April 27), priced at $45-$55.
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Cali rapper Warren G is slated to step into the spotlight at the Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park on Saturday, June 16. Tickets are on sale now, priced at $22 in advance; $25 at the door; VIP with meet & greet $50.
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The Ulster Performing Arts Center in Kingston has added a pair of new summer concerts – Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening at 7pm on Sunday, June 24 ($49, $59, $85) and Brian Wilson’s Pet Sounds Tour with openers Beat Root Revival at 7pm on Sunday, July 22 ($65-$139).
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Veteran bluesman Coco Montoya makes his return to the Upper Room in Albany on Friday, August 3. Doors open at 7pm and tickets are on sale now, priced at $20 & $35.
As we previously announced, soul singer Remember Jones leads her 25-piece band is headed into Jupiter Hall in Guilderland on Thursday, May 17, playing Kanye West’s 808s and Heartbreak in its entirety. But she’s already booked a return visit for 9pm on Saturday, June 16 for a tribute to Amy Winehouse’s Back to Black. Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Also coming up at Jupiter Hall, Johnny Neel (formerly of the Allman Brothers Band) leads the Screamin Eagle Band at 8pm on Wednesday, October 10 ($18 in advance; $20 at the door).
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SOLD OUT: The SPAC on Stage concert by Black Violin at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs on Monday, August 20 is now officially sold out.
CANCELLED?: Ashanti cancelled her concert at the Albany Capital Center that was originally slated for February, but then the concert was announced for a new date – Sunday, May 13 – with Ja Rule added as a co-headliner. Now the concert is nowhere to be found on the websites of Ashanti or the Albany Capital Center, so we’re guessing that it’s been called off once again.
Neko Case has already announced upcoming concerts at Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown and MASS MoCA in North Adams, and now she’s added another Greater Nippertown concert, headlining at The Bardavon in Poughkeepsie on Friday, September 21. Opening the show at 8pm will be Thao (of the Get Down Stay Down). Tickets go on sale to the general public at 11am on Friday (April 27), priced at $40, $50 & $55.
OPENERS: Brent Cowles has been added as the opening act for the double-bill of Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats and the Head and the Heart at Brewery Ommegang in Coopertown on Tuesday, June 5… Ian Chang will open the evening for Sylvan Esso at Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park at 8pm on Monday, July 30…


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Horse Scout has two wonderful yards looking for part time staff. Dressage specialists Labazordiere Dressage in Surrey are looking for a groom to cover weekday mornings (but are flexible) and in Chiddingfold, also in Surry, Southern Schoolmasters, who specialise in western riding and reining are looking for a groom to cover weekends
Labazordiere Dressage in Bramley, Surrey are looking for either a part or full time groom to join us in their new dressage training yard in Bramley, Surrey. Monday – Friday mornings preferable, but can be relatively flexible on days / times Candidate must be experienced and confident as we have youngsters and stallions. Training can be given. Candidates must be capable of taking occasional sole charge on occasion. This is not Live In position so own car a must. Friendly owners, good atmosphere and beautiful location
Labazordiere Dressage is the exclusive equestrian training centre on the spectacular 1000acre Wintershall Estate in the heart of the Surrey Hills and conveniently located to the nearby town of Godalming. Offering premier Livery, Facilities & Training in the art of Classical Dressage. The Stables are located at the heart of the Estate, surrounded by the pastures and some of the estates many lakes. The boxes are large and airy in an indoor barn complete with automatic water drinkers and with rear windows opening out to wonderful views of the Estate. There is a wash bay as well as a farriers bay within the indoor facility. The tack room is spacious and secure, with a washing machine, hot & cold water and offers tea and coffee facilities. The secluded Arena is nestled within the hills and is a 20m x 60m outdoor with a sand & passada surface for optimum riding with the peaceful outlook over the surrounding pastures and lakes. Exceptional Hacking on the doorstep to enjoy the stunning scenery either up quiet country lanes, across the Surrey Hills, fields and woodlands or within the neighbouring Wentworth Arboretum.
Specialising in the French Classical Dressage methods of training. Jean is a freelance, experienced registered Coach & Instructor and has benefitted from some of the highest classical training in Europe – Trained by and Son of Jacques Papin (student of Maitre Nuno Oliveira and taught to the highest level at the National Equitation School in Saumur). Jean has been a professional rider & trainer in the French National Stud in Rennes, France and has trained horse & rider in classical dressage and for modern competition from beginner levels up to Grand Prix. Nikita Mitson participates in British Dressage competitions and is qualified in Equine Science and Management as well as a Degree in Law with a focus on Equine Law. They collaborated together in England to establish a livery yard to produce horses both for the art of equitation and for modern competition.
Southern Schoolmasters in Chiddingfold, Surrey are looking for a weekend groom. Are you looking for an opportunity to be involved with horses at the weekend and are keen to learn more about Western Riding. then this may well be just up your street.
Southern Schoolmasters ‘Centre of Horsemanship’, run by a professional team offers a range personalised equestrian services, including livery, training, rehabilitation and tuition. The yard is situated Chiddingfold, Surrey, surrounded by acres of farmland. It offers 5 spacious stables, all weather floodlit school, round pen and all year turnout on well-managed grazing. There are miles of off road hacking, wooded bridleways. Southern Schoolmasters provides you and your horse excellent livery and training facilities with knowledgeable care and first hand access to our team’s experience and guidance. The aim is to provide a safe and relaxed environment that welcomes everyone from competition riders to happy hackers who want to learn, and work with their horses in a respectful way. Options are available for full, part or DIY livery as well as training and sales livery.
We are looking to recruit a reliable confident and experienced groom to join our existing team. We are a professional working livery yard with up to 20 full liveries. The position is yard based and all normal duties are required to be performed to a very high standard. The ideal candidate will have a good standard of horsemanship and have a quiet manner around the yard and horses. The candidate will require a basic knowledge of horses, be outgoing, quick thinking have initiative and lots of common sense. Having a keen eye for details, being physically fit and not afraid of hard work is a must . The yard team work on a 4 days on 2 days off rota which includes weekends. Own transport is essential due to early starts and lack of public transport locally.

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The Pool at Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai
Hyatt on the Bund's pool is mentioned by expert writers. Of the 9 publications tracked on TripExpert, 4 recommended the pool, including Frommer's, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hyatt on the Bund Shanghai
"The attached VUE bar is true to its name in offering a brilliant lookout, as well as a top-floor outdoor whirlpool and surrounding daybeds"
"Amenities: Pool, Spa View the entire Hot List of the travel world's most noteworthy debuts in 2008 ›"
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"The indoor lap pool is flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows"
"An indoor pool and whirlpool are also appreciated perks for exercise fanatics"

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Elizabeth and James Cerise jersey and silk-crepe top
- Ivory jersey
- Silk-crepe back panel, dipped back hem
- Button-fastening keyhole at back
- 54% polyester, 38% viscose, 8% elastane; combo: 100% silk
- Dry clean
An Elizabeth and James top with a sporty-meets-girly look. Striped, ribbed V neckline. Silk peek-a-boo hem. Short sleeves. Lined. Fabric: Crepe. Shell: 100% polyester. Trim: 100% silk. Dry clean. Imported, China. Measurements Length: 21.75in / 55cm, from shoulder Measurements from size S
A pleated hem brings a feminine element to this voluminous Elizabeth and James top. Ribbed neckline. Short sleeves. Lined. Fabric: Silk crepe. Shell: 100% silk. Lining: 100% polyester. Dry clean. Imported, Vietnam. Measurements Length: 32.75in / 83cm, from shoulder Measurements from size S
Elizabeth and James' crystal -embellished 'Piper' top is cut from hammered- satin - it's glamorous but also effortless. We think this loose-fit piece looks chic with tailored pants. Midnight-blue hammered-satin Button-fastening keyhole at back 55% viscose, 41% acetate, 4% nylon Dry clean Designer color: Navy
Elizabeth and James channeled a laid-back Californian vibe for Spring '15 with palm prints. This stretch-scuba jersey cropped top is a light and breezy option for the weekend. Balance the boxy cut by styling it with the matching pencil skirt . Black and white stretch-scuba jersey Zip fastening through back 94% nylon, 6% elastane Machine wash
Latticework perforations backed by a gauzy mesh base add depth to the sporty style of a bold black-and-white crop top. 17 1/2" length (size Medium). Lined. 65% polyester, 24% nylon, 11% elastane. Hand wash cold, dry flat. By Elizabeth and James; imported. via C.
A ruffled silk handkerchief hem balances the boxy aesthetic of this grid-print short-sleeve top. 25 1/2" length (size Medium). Back zip closure. Jewel neck. Short sleeves. Lined. 94% acrylic, 4% polyamide, 2% elastane with 100% silk hem. Dry clean. By Elizabeth and James; imported. via C.
Channel the tropics in this on-trend cropped silhouette cast in a graphic palm print. ;Jewelneck;Short sleeves;Exposed back zip closure;About 18" from shoulder to hem;Polyester/spandex;Dry clean;Imported;Model shown is 5'10" (177cm) wearing US size Small.
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Director, Visual Function/Electrophysiology Laboratory
Dr. Mary A. Johnson was a specialist in vision. A graduate of the University of Delaware (B.A. in biology and psychology, with distinction) and the Johns Hopkins University (M.A., Ph.D. in physiological psychology), she studies how normal vision works so that she can understand what is going wrong when vision is reduced. This helps her to diagnose eye problems when the eye doctor cannot find a reason for vision loss.
She studied ophthalmology as a postdoctoral fellow at the Wilmer Institute of the Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1982-1983, and thereafter dedicated herself to clinical research and patient care. She joined the faculty of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 1983, and directed the Visual Function/Electrophysiology Laboratory at the Wilmer Institute from 1983-1993. She left Wilmer as an associate professor in 1993, and joined the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where she is now a tenured associate professor and Director of the Visual Function/Electrophysiology Laboratory.
In 1993, Dr. Johnson was elected a Fellow of the Optical Society of America, an international society of optical scientists and engineers. She was awarded this honor "For advancing the knowledge of electroretinography in normal eyes and in eyes with retinal disease." She served as a member of the Optical Society's Board of Directors from 1991-1993, and she chaired their annual meeting in Long Beach, California, in 1997.
Dr. Johnson was honored to receive the Walt and Lilly Disney Award in 2003 from the organization Research to Prevent Blindness, for her work in amblyopia research. She is continuing this work today, along with a number of other lines of research. She is best known for her work in studying retinal vascular disease in individuals who have diabetes or other disorders that cause a disruption in circulation to the eye. She has authored numerous original research papers, and has given talks about her research around the world. She has taught national courses in clinical electrophysiology.

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US dairy exports declined across most major product categories in May, except infant formula, WPC80 and fat-filled milk powder & mixtures. May shipments fell an estimated 13.8% YOY – the fourth consecutive monthly decline in milk solids equivalent (MSE) terms.
Cheese exports were 33,253t in May – down 18.7% YOY, reflecting weaker shipments to Korea, SE Asia, Japan and the Middle East, and despite export growth to Mexico. Dry whey exports also declined for the fourth consecutive month in YOY terms 8.9% YOY, driven by weaker shipments to China & HK which were at a16-month low at 16,823t lower and SE Asian sales.
NFDM/SMP exports also declined in May, down 3.1% YOY to 79,503t, reflecting a fall in shipments to SE Asia and China & HK, and despite increased exports to Mexico. At 2,871t, exports of butter were down 29.5% YOY.

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My Genealogy Home Page:Information about Sophie Fredrich
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Sophie Fredrich (b. August 21, 1889, d. August 21, 1970)Sophie Fredrich was born August 21, 1889, and died August 21, 1970.She married William John Henry Seevers on 1918 in Magnet, NE, son of John Herman Frederick Seevers and Wilhelmina Weddingfeld.
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Sophie Fredrich re-married a Mr. Gast.
Dorothy Krohn, Osmond, is related to her.
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Technology and seed production of maize hybrids and open pollinated varieties of quality protein maize (QPM) in Mexico.
The National Research Institute of
Forestry, Agriculture and Livestock (INIFAP) and CIMMYT
have been working in some researches to support and
promote the intensive commercial use of new Quality Protein
Maize (QPM) hybrids and varieties. INIFAP since autumn .
winter season 1998/1999 in some different experimental
stations developed a seed production program, and
established 300 hectares. The results of this program were
530 tons of basic seed (500 t of seed of open pollinated
varieties and 30 t of parental seed of hybrids). Researches of
Seed Production obtained the complete information about
technology of seed production for each hybrid and parental
lines: best environment for seed production, detaseling,
flowering synchronization, fertilizer treatment. INIFAP
released twenty six varieties; and established a program of
seed production of the registered seed of the materials: H-
519C, H-553C, H-365C, H-363C, H-364C, H-367C, H-
441C, H-469C, H-551C, H-368C, HV-521C, V-537C, V-
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VANCOUVER — An outbreak of African swine fever that has decimated hog herds in China is being blamed for indirectly weakening third-quarter returns at specialty foods producer Premium Brands Holdings Corp.
Shares dropped by as much as 10 per cent Monday after the Vancouver-based seller of deli meats and sandwiches reported an earnings miss and said it would chop its adjusted earnings and sales guidance for 2019.
The company explained prices for specialty pork products it imports from Europe spiked because China was importing more pork.
It said it was limited in its response to the higher costs because prices for meat products in the U.S. and Canada were kept artificially lower by China’s restrictions on imports from the two countries.
Premium Brands had modelled a 20 per cent loss of China’s swine herds because of the disease but it is now believed the loss is more like 50 to 55 per cent, said CEO George Paleologou on a conference call.
“To put the size of this issue in perspective, China produces almost half of the world’s pork supply, which means that over one-quarter of the global supply of pork has been temporarily taken off the market,” he said.
“This is truly a first-time event in modern history.”
Earlier this month, the Chinese government removed its ban on Canadian pork that had been in place since June and eased tariffs on U.S. imports, changes that are already being felt in the market, Paleologou said.
“While these developments don’t resolve the immediate supply-demand imbalances, they will help global protein markets to return to some normalcy and predictability,” he said.
Premium Brands’ shares fell as low as $78.00 on the Toronto Stock Exchange, down from Friday’s close of $86.91, before recovering to close at $81.83, a loss of 5.8 per cent.
The company now expects midpoint revenue of $3.64 billion this year, down from its earlier forecast of $3.69 billion, and adjusted earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortization of $308 million, down from $351 million.
It said the lower guidance reflects the pork market disruption, as well as slower rampup of certain growth initiatives, a strengthening Canadian dollar and delays in closing some acquisitions.
Premium Brands reported earnings of $26.9 million or 72 cents per share for the 13 weeks ending Sept. 28, down from $36.1 million or $1.09 per share in the comparable period a year earlier.
The drop in Premium Brands earnings came even as the company hit record revenue of $968.3 million in the quarter, up from $835.5 million last year, as it continued its expansion into the United States.
On an adjusted basis, earnings were 88 cents per share, compared with $1.04 per share last year. Analysts had expected earnings of $1.16, and revenue of $953.6 million, according to financial markets data firm Refinitiv.


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Losing weight is always been a problem for many of us today in this busy scheduled life. But, there has been always many ways for this and what it requires is proper dedication and determination to follow them to keep you fit.
Most of the gain weight eating the food that is rich in calories so, we have pinpointed it out and came up with tasty but low-caloric and easy preparation desserts at your home.
Desserts are the one and the best things to go with when you want to lose weight. Don’t worry, you will definitely like them and will love to have them every day in place of high calorie cheesy and oily foods.
So, are you ready to know about them and have those at your hands and mouth? Then, have a look at the below listed out tasty desserts which are simple to prepare at your home if you are on the weight loss plan. This will definitely help you out.
The almond meringues have the decadent taste but they are actually low in calories and fat. Though it looks like it is not a healthy diet, it really serves your purpose. So, try it once at your home and have them at the dinner time. You will love them to have one more time. You can even serve this dessert to your guests who visit your home.
The name actually reveals how the dessert will look like. So, start turning up your peaches into the warm and fabulously stuffed dessert. Along with toasted almonds, you can also add dried apricots and amaretto cookie crumbs that are crushed.
Then, you need to bake them in a microwave oven till the peaches stuffed become brown in color and seem bubbly. Tough it sounds decadent, having them as your diet will have fewer than the 200 calories. To add extra flavor to the dessert, you can serve it with a little bit of sour cream.
Having this lemon mousse with strawberries that are packed up with vitamins seems like you are spooning up the sunshine. You can prepare this mousse by replacing the fat-free yogurt and gelatin for the general quantities of cream and eggs. This will lighten up the mousse and makes it suitable for your weight loss diet plan. It looks like a delight for the mousse lovers.
Want to have a carving ice cream? Then, you need to consider the homemade and healthier one. You can do it with fat-free and fresh sorbets. They are tasty substitutes for the ice cream. Make it yourself with less amount of sugar adding to the dessert.
Making this yourself will help control the amount of sugar. You can make this delicious sorbets ice-cream either with an ice cream maker or else make it a granita. Both will not change the actual taste it naturally had.
5. Grapefruit Whole-Wheat Fiber Biscotti
This is a healthy and refreshing dessert replacement for your weights lose. Grapefruits are loaded with an abundant amount of immune boosting antioxidants and vitamins. The high fiber content in it is very beneficial for losing the weight quickly if took regularly.
There are 57 calories for two biscotti which are very less. If this dessert itself is not sufficient for you to the dinner, add it up the other light calorific dessert and make it complete.
6. Chia Pudding
Homemade chia pudding is a healthy and wonderful dessert for the people looking for weight loss as it consists of chia seeds which are rich in filling fiber and the omega-3 fats that are healthy which can improve the performance of the cognitive for fueling the dietary decisions smartly.
To prepare this dessert, you need to soak the chia seeds before you start eating them safely. Then, you need to combine three spoons of these seeds with the three-fourth cup of chilled coconut milk.
Let the mixture cool down for at least 30 minutes and finally top this mixture with berries. Hears wow right? Then, do it today and suppress your cravings.
7. Chocolate Cake Pop
Are you worried of carving from the cake? Then, here is the best replacement for it which makes you feel like having the cake. Though by the name you may think that it is caloric, it is not actually.
It will not be stuck up anything and helps you hit your target safely without allowing you to have a whole cake which is of very high in calories nearly 400 or more. This chocolate cake pop with Starbucks has only 140 calories and it is a wise choice of dessert if you are carving from cakes.
8. Peach Crostini
Juicy berries and peaches along with the maple syrup, canapé cream cheese, and fresh mint together make up a healthy light dessert to the dinner. But, be careful while you are choosing the cheese as it can easily add up high calories which distract your diet plan.
It is better to choose the cream cheese that is low in calories. With this, you can enjoy the crostini as a healthy dessert. Take two of them as they both together contain only 8 calories.
9. Raspberry-Ricotta Fool
A fool can be made with cream and fruits. But having cheese will add up the calories to the dessert. So, you need to lighten it up with the low caloric cheese adding it up a citrus flavor lightly. You can prepare this dessert just in 10-minutes. You can either have this dessert as a breakfast or for your dinner.
10. Almond Cookies
Many of us love to eat cookies made of peanut butter. Replace it with healthy and tasty almond butter cookies which add the similar taste. This is a heart-healthy dessert and adds up crunchiness to your cookies. These cookies are also packed with healthy nutrients that are useful for the body.
These are the 10 different desserts that will help you lose weight if you replace the high calorific food with these desserts either during breakfast or dinner time. So, try these healthy and low-calorie desserts from today regularly if you are on a weight loss plan and this will definitely hit your target.
The above are the Desserts That Help You Lose Weight


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Limbu Ni Chutney
|Limes||24 (With Thin Skins)|
|Chili powder||1 1⁄4 Cup (20 tbs)|
|Rock salt/Sea salt||4 Tablespoon (Or Use According To Taste)|
Wash and dry limes, cut into four pieces and remove seeds.
Mix with salt and place in a glass jar for three days, shaking it 2-3 times a day.
Remove from jar and place in a tray, cover with a fine muslin cloth and leave in the sun for three days.
Mince limes coarsely with remaining ingredients and store in a glass jar.
Keep for a week to mature before use.
Keep in a cool place and use within six months.
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 6809 Calories from Fat 469
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 56 g86.3%
Saturated Fat 9.8 g48.9%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 21541 mg897.5%
Total Carbohydrates 1695 g565.1%
Dietary Fiber 169.1 g676.2%
Sugars 1354.3 g
Protein 66 g132.5%
Vitamin A 1786.9% Vitamin C 735.5%
Calcium 152.7% Iron 309%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet


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Amazon plans 'day of action' for Net neutrality — but not Netflix
Amazon, the American Civil Liberties Union, Greenpeace and other tech companies and organizations are planning a day of action July 12 to rally support for the net neutrality regulations passed by the Federal Communication Commission two years ago.
This is a return to the net neutrality supporters' playbook — many companies and groups participated in an Internet Slowdown Day on Sept. 10, 2014, close to the last days the public could comment on the Open Internet order under consideration by the FCC.
Those net neutrality regulations, passed in 2015 and supported by President Obama, prohibit Internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking and throttling content or from prioritizing some content over other content, possibly for payment. The rules also include an Internet conduct standard preventing ISPs from unreasonable interference with consumer's access to destinations on the Net.
FCC Chairman Pai touts benefits of relaxed federal regulations, rather than net neutrality rollback
Did Net neutrality keep broadband out of low-income neighborhoods, as FCC claims?
The FCC votes to overturn net neutrality
The FCC's current chairman, Ajit Pai, has proposed an overhaul of the rules, calling them too strict on ISPs and archaic for relying on "utility-style regulation" based on regulations formulated for telephone companies within The Communications Act of 1934.
Supporters of the current rules have planned the day of action to occur just days before initial comments about the process must be filed with the FCC (July 17). The public then has another month to submit replies about comments filed over the previous two months.
More than 15 major tech companies and 30 public interest groups plan to participate in the event, which will include online protests — usually companies' web sites and social media accounts have special labeling — and possibly an as-yet-unscheduled live event. During the previous day of action, some sites showed a symbol of slow Internet, a spinning circle, but didn't actually slow down content.
Public comments have already surpassed the then-record 4 million submitted on the 2015 rules. So far, the FCC has received more than 4.9 million public comments. However, there has been concern about the validity of some comments with proponents on both sides of the issue claiming that fraudulent filings have been submitted.
"Massive online mobilization got us the strong net neutrality protections that we have now, and we intend to fight tooth and nail to defend them," said Evan Greer, campaign director of Fight for the Future, one of the groups participating, in a statement announcing the event. "The Internet has given more people a voice than ever before, and we’re not going to let the FCC take that power away from us.”
Other companies participating include Etsy, GitHub, Kickstarter, Mozilla, Reddit, Mozilla, Vimeo and Y Combinator. For more information go to the Battle for the Net website.
Netflix has its own deals
One big name missing? Netflix, which has for years been a chief corporate backer of strong net neutrality rules. Net neutrality is “incredibly important,” CEO Reed Hastings said last week at the Code Conference near Los Angeles. While the company still supports the concept through the Internet Association, Netflix has gotten big enough "to get the deals we want," he said.
A recent Mozilla-Ipsos poll found 76% of Americans support net neutrality, says Denelle Dixon, Mozilla's chief legal and business officer. "Net neutrality is vital to a healthy Internet: it protects free speech, competition and innovation online," she said in a statement.
The FCC's proposed action "is endangering Americans' access to a free and open web," Dixon said. "The FCC is creating an Internet that benefits ISPs, not users."
Follow USA TODAY reporter Mike Snider on Twitter: @MikeSnider.

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Phytoembryotherapy is a branch of phytotherapy that specifically incorporates plant embryological tissues (buds, young shoots, etc.) containing •plant meristem• cells • undifferentiated, fast dividing cells which contain the plant•s genetic blueprint and material. These embryonic tissues are rich in beneficial phyto-chemicals including: growth factors and plant hormones, enzymes, nucleic acids, oligoelements, and phytonutrients such as polyphenols and flavonoids. These embryological tissues are also utilized because many of the above mentioned components are lost in fully developed plants once chlorophyll is formed. These embryological tissues are also utilized because their energetic components are at their highest levels when they are harvested in the spring • the most active phase of the growth cycle.
EACH DROP (0.028 mL) CONTAINS: Elm Bud Extract (Ulmus campestris) (1:20) ..................... 0.009 mL 0.47 mg Dried Equivalent Young Shoot Extract (1:20)................ 0.009 mL 0.47 mg Dried Equivalent Rosemary Young Shoot Extract (1:20) ................ 0.009 mL 0.47 mg Dried Equivalent Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Purified water, ethanol (grain), glycerin
Recommended Dose: Adults and Children (over 12 years): Take 10 drops once daily or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Invert bottle to 45Â° and shake lightly allowing drops to fall directly into mouth or in 7 mL of water.

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Nancy Drew (2019) Sezonul 2 Episodul 2 - The Reunion of Lost Souls
Nancy and the Drew Crew continue to search for clues to battle the Aglaeca. George has an unfortunate first encounter with Nick’s visiting mother. Carson and Ace have a heart-to-heart.
Nancy Drew (2019) Sezonul 2 Episodul 2,
Publicat pe:, Autor: Seriale Online
Rating: 3.1 out of 5 with 4841 ratings

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How to Identify and Develop Leadership Qualities
Leadership is a quality that is highly valued in professional and personal settings. It is the ability to guide, inspire, and motivate individuals or teams towards achieving common goals. While some people seem to possess innate leadership qualities, it is a skill that can be learned and developed over time. In this blog post, we will be discussing how to identify and develop leadership qualities.
Identifying Leadership Qualities
The first step in developing leadership qualities is to identify what those qualities are. There are several traits associated with effective leaders:
1. Visionary: Leaders have clarity of vision – they can see the big picture and set long-term goals.
2. Communication skills: They possess exceptional communication skills which help them effectively convey their vision and ideas to others.
3. Decisiveness: Leaders are decisive – they make timely decisions based on available information.
4. Problem-solvers: They also have strong problem-solving skills which enable them to tackle complex problems with ease.
5. Empathy: Good leaders are empathetic; they listen actively, understand other perspectives, and provide support where necessary.
Developing Leadership Qualities
Once you have identified your strengths and areas for improvement as per the above list, now you need to work on developing your leadership abilities by honing these traits further:
1) Practice Active Listening:
Leaders should be good listeners since it improves overall understanding in any given situation while making members feel understood too hence bringing out unity within team members.
2) Build Strong Relationships:
Leaders should build strong relationships with co-workers all around as this helps create trust among team members hence helping build a healthy environment for collaboration towards tasks ahead..
3) Master Time Management Skills:
Effective leaders must learn how to manage their time well since it helps them maximize productivity by allocating ample time for important tasks while keeping up with deadlines.
4) Develop Empathy Skills:
Empathy can help mould excellent leadership styles because it assists future leaders earn respect and loyalty from their team members by demonstrating care, support and empathetic understanding.
5) Seek Feedback:
Seeking feedback is essential for leadership development since it helps one to identify strength areas and limitations hence enabling future developments hence great potential to grow.
In conclusion, developing leadership qualities involves identifying the traits that are specific to effective leaders and working on them regularly through everyday tasks as per above suggests. However, while these tips may not guarantee success overnight, being consistent over a long period will lead to rewarding gains allowing any anyone willing to be successful in this field attain exceptional results in the early stages of their leadership journey.
What are the Leadership Qualities? A Step-by-Step Process
Leadership is not just about being in charge but also having the ability to inspire and influence others towards a common goal. It’s a set of skills that requires continuous learning, practice, and self-discovery. In this post, we are going to discuss the top leadership qualities required for success.
1) Vision: A clear vision gives direction and purpose to the team. A leader should have a long-term plan and strategies for achieving it. By communicating their vision to the team members, they can get everyone on board with their goals.
2) Communication Skills: Communication is key in leadership as it helps build trust among team members. A successful leader should be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders – peers, subordinates, customers or clients.
3) Empathy: Emotionally intelligent leaders understand how their actions impact others. They value relationships and respect different perspectives. Leaders who portray empathy are more likely to motivate their team compared to those who fail to see beyond themselves.
4) Resilience: Successful leaders face challenges head-on without giving up quickly or easily. They remain determined despite setbacks or negative feedback while staying adaptable when things don’t go as planned.
5) Integrity: Ethical conduct is crucial for effective leadership because integrity builds trust among team members. Leaders who act unethically risk damaging their reputation along with the trust employees have in them.
6) Problem Solving Skills: Leaders face many complex problems and decisions every day that require quick thinking skills coupled with objective reasoning ability. Skillful problem-solvers evaluate options by analyzing pros/cons versus arriving at quick solutions based on emotion alone.
7) Positive Attitude: Positivity is contagious! A positive mindset can inspire confidence within teams who may become motivated by a leader’s Energy level even during challenging times!
Accountability: Responsible leaders take accountability for decisions made in order to support transparency amongst one’s peers-which often results in positive engagement from those within the team. Learning from mistakes isn’t bad as long as they are open to seeing other perspectives.
9) Collaboration: Great Leaders often champion collaboration by creating an environment of respect and fostering innovative ideas – which motivates collective problem solving around business objectives.
Leadership qualities aren’t easy to master, but without them any team or organization will be less effective at achieving its goals. By applying these key principles accompanied with consistency and attention to detail, you’ll develop positive habits that build a culture of success whereby others desire to follow suit.
FAQs About What Are the Leadership Qualities Answered
Leadership is one of the most desired and coveted personal attributes in today’s society. Aspiration for this attribute has become a norm as individuals try to enhance their chances of success or bring changes in their respective fields. But what actually makes a good leader? This question has perplexed people for ages, but there are several common traits which shape a true leader‘s personality.
In this blog post, we will delve into some frequently asked questions about leadership qualities and provide you with expert answers and insights.
1. What defines leadership qualities?
Leadership qualities are essentially soft skills that make a person capable of guiding and directing others towards achieving specific goals. It encompasses character traits such as integrity, courage, creativity along with competencies like strategic thinking, communication, collaborative teamwork and decision-making abilities.
2. Can anyone acquire leadership qualities or is it an innate talent?
It’s not uncommon to hear that certain individuals have the innate quality of being natural leaders; however, this does not imply that potential leaders cannot develop these competencies over time through hard work and dedication. The right mindset coupled with a willingness to learn from failure can pave the way for anyone wishing to become more confident in their ability to lead.
3. What determines effective leadership?
Effective leadership consists of several factors: clarity about the direction they wish to take their organization or team; openness towards feedback delivered by teammates/ peers; ability to inspire others through vision and execution- ultimately leading them accordingly – making informed decisions regarding problem-solving.
4. Are leaders always charismatic?
Charisma can be seen as an excellent asset when it comes to potential leaders though it isn’t always necessary since different circumstances wield different requirements in terms of skills needed- therefore making charisma less significant than once thought previously.
5. How critical is emotional intelligence in leadership skills?
Emotional intelligence represents the cornerstones of effective relationships especially relevant where people are involved since much growth takes place via human interaction; hence having the ability to sense and react accurately towards emotions being presented – can positively change the course of interactions within the leadership space.
6. Can leaders display vulnerability?
Leaders who are more open and transparent about their experiences represent a positive trait since it displays honesty & promotes relatability, necessary building blocks for creating an environment that fosters trust, learning & growth between team members.
Great leadership requires investment in personal development which can shape perspective, attitude and create an ability to thrive under pressure. The potential for transformation is there for anyone willing to learn.
In conclusion, it’s worth noting that great leaders aren’t restricted by or limited in wisdom-giving abilities; rather they demonstrate expertise in solving problems involving people or situations, exceeding organisational/business expectations whilst setting benchmarks for those around them. Successful leadership results from developing and honing a mastery over different traits required when leading diverse groups of individuals towards achieving common goals – this includes competencies like creativity, communication strategy formulation as well as character ranging from courage through integrity across critical thinking alongside emotional intelligence.
Top 5 Facts You Should Know About What Are the Leadership Qualities
Leadership is not just about leading a team or organization. The qualities that define a great leader are more than just the ability to delegate tasks and manage resources. In fact, being an effective leader is a multifaceted quality that requires several key traits. If you’re curious about what makes an excellent leader, here are the top five facts you should know about leadership qualities.
1) Successful leaders possess excellent communication skills
One of the significant traits of successful leaders is their ability to communicate clearly and confidently. Leaders must have strong communication skills, whether it be verbal, written, or nonverbal communication. They need to be able to articulate their thoughts and ideas clearly so that they can motivate their team or organization towards shared goals.
2) Leaders must possess emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence (EI) is critical for becoming a good leader. It refers to your ability to recognize your feelings and those of others, manage emotions effectively, and use this understanding to empathize with others’ experiences better. This quality helps leaders create positive working relationships by fostering trust and respect among team members.
3) Good leaders prioritize integrity
Integrity forms the foundation of any leadership position as it sets high moral standards for yourself and those around you. Trust in a leader’s honesty assists in establishing credibility with employees or followers. A lack of integrity can lead to demotivation as subordinates lose faith in their leaders’ words.
4) A true leader practices self-discipline
Leaders face numerous challenges daily – from planning budgets to managing teams while dealing with tight deadlines. They must also make difficult decisions while under stress at times when emotions could otherwise betray them when staying disciplined becomes crucial.
5) Leaders need adaptability
Another vital trait of effective leaderships qualities is adaptability—the ability to quickly adjust plans based on rapidly changing circumstances demonstrates that you value progress over perfectionism without losing sight of long-term goals.
These leadership qualities prove vital in cultivating successful leaders. Communication, emotional intelligence, integrity, self-discipline, and adaptability are necessary leadership attributes that help guide organizations and teams towards success. By honing these qualities, you can increase your chances of achieving your leadership objectives by earning the trust and respect required to lead others effectively.
Mastering the Art of Developing Strong Leadership Skills
Leadership is the art of being able to inspire a group of individuals towards achieving a common goal. Whether it’s in your personal or professional life, strong leadership skills are invaluable for success. The ability to influence others while remaining focused on the bigger picture is what sets leaders apart from the rest.
However, mastering the art of developing strong leadership skills requires dedication, self-reflection and constant learning. It’s not an easy feat, but with determination and effort, you can turn yourself into a highly effective leader.
Here are some tips on how to develop strong leadership skills:
1. Set clear goals
As a leader, you must establish specific and measurable objectives that your team can aspire to achieve. This will give them direction and help them stay focused on what they need to accomplish. Clarity also provides motivation.
2. Communicate effectively
Communication is vital in any relationship – especially when we’re discussing leadership roles! As a leader, it’s important to communicate clearly about why decisions were made – this helps show where everyone stands on an issue (and maybe even builds trust).
3. Lead by example
Leaders must embody the kind of attitude they expect from their followers; hence be prepared to work hard as well as exhibit your expertise in order for your team members too look up at you.
4. Encourage teamwork
Effective leaders understand that their team’s success stems largely from working together harmoniously toward common goals — rather than competing against one another when things get tough.
5. Provide feedback and recognition
A great way to motivate team members is through positive reinforcement techniques such as regular feedback about what’s right or wrong within certain procedures or behaviors demonstrated whilst carrying out tasks; also appreciating progress made by highlighting individual achievements!
6. Develop problem-solving skills
As a leader you’re expected to address difficult situations whether it is avoiding conflicts within your team members or dealing with external factors outside your control by staying calm under pressure – this helps ensure everyone around you stays focused on the goal and remain motivated.
By understanding the above leadership tips, you can start to develop strong leadership skills that will help manage people from different backgrounds and excelling with flying colors! Invest time in practicing these skills consistently, as it takes effort to get results.
In essence, mastering the art of developing strong leadership skills comes down to having a deep appreciation for your team members along with immaculate emotional intelligence. Persistently hone your communication-, problem-solving- and inspiring abilities by routinely reflecting on past actions so as to move forward better equipped than before. Remember; leaders don’t just tell their teams what to do – they show them how it’s done!
Understanding Different Types of Leadership Qualities and Their Importance
Leadership qualities refer to the attributes and skills that a person possesses, which make them capable of influencing and guiding people towards achieving a common goal. Leadership is essential in various aspects of life such as business, politics, education, social change, among others. As we know, different leaders have different styles of leadership preferences based on their personalities, situations and organizational cultures.
One way to categorize leadership styles is to divide them into four categories: Autocratic Leadership, Laissez-faire or Delegative Leadership, Democratic or Participative leaderships and Transformational Leadership
Autocratic leadership style is characterized by the leader making all decisions without considering input from subordinates. The autocratic leader tends to focus more on tasks than people issues, emphasizes compliance with policies and procedures while micro-managing employees. This type of leadership style can be useful in certain cases where decisions must be made quickly that do not require consultation.
The Laissez-faire or Delegative Leadership Style allows employees under this style to have more freedom since they make most decisions themselves without guidance from the leader. Delegation empowers team members full control over how they approach a given task or project but requires trust in people’s abilities; however it can result in inconsistent results if there are no standards set.
Democratic or Participative Leadership style encourages participation from everyone involved by fostering teamwork and collaborative decision-making processes that consider diverse viewpoints. It can help build rapport among team members by creating an environment where everyone contributes ideas resulting in higher levels of job satisfaction for team members because their voices are being heard.
Transformational Leadership strives to provide followers with the inspiration needed for aligned around a shared vision creating motivated subordinates while utilizing developed skillsets amongst follower groups enabling continued growth within individuals at every level.
An effective leader will use appropriate techniques particular to the situation needs implementing specific sets of competencies altering perceptions affecting range scope execution goals seeks influence within assignments ultimately improving workplace outcomes.
In conclusion, understanding different types of leadership styles and their importance is crucial for achieving organizational goals. Effective leaders understand when to use which type of leadership style in various situations. Knowing your strengths as a leader and being able to replicate effective techniques do contribute to successful outcomes while adopting new strategies that may work better overall. Being an effective leader is all about being flexible and adaptable, knowing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to leadership.

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Qdoba is a restaurant known for its fast food and tex mex cuisine. Just how good is Qdoba? Walking in everything was clean and tidy. There were two people in front of me in line, and it took less than ten minutes to get my food. I ordered a rice bowl and queso. The cashier was extremely kind. It was fairly inexpensive.
The nice thing about Qdoba is the variety of ingredients and how you can customize your own dish. There are also so many different options on the menu.
The foods was really tasty. All of the ingredients were fresh. The rice ran out so I received freshly made rice. The bowl was all evenly distributed with all the toppings, there was no need the stir up the bowl. They had lots of drink options to choose from.
The queso was filled up to the rim, so you get your money’s worth. The queso was the perfect temperature and was full of flavor. The chips were not stale and had the perfect amount of salt. The lime zest really gave a kick that counteracted the queso.
The atmosphere was very relaxing. They had nice calming background music to listen to. The restaurant was decorated nicely for Valentine’s Day. There was a happy Valentine’s Day sign right when you walked in. The railings were decorated with a red and pink sparkly garland. On your table there was a red and pink heart decorated pot.
Compared to another similar restaurant like Chipotle, there are cheaper prices, free guacamole, and at Qdoba you won’t get sick from any outbreaks that happened unlike Chipotle.
In all I would highly recommend going to Qdoba. I had a pleasent experience and would absolutely go there again. Qdoba is a great restaurant to go to, and one hundred percent worth your dough.


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Authorities today are investigating the whereabouts of University of Colorado student prior to his death.
CU police spokesman Lieutenant Tim McGraw says the student was found in his dorm room yesterday afternoon.
A person who also lives at Willard Hall found the student unresponsive and called for help on Sunday afternoon.
McGraw says investigators are not speculating on how the student died and are waiting for the coroner to perform an autopsy.
He says it does NOT appear to be a suicide.
The student's name, age, and hometown were not released.
McGraw says there is currently no public safety threat.
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Phil Masinga, ‘giant’ of SA football, mourned
“THE death of Phil Masinga means we have lost a giant of South African football.”
That was the reaction from South African soccer boss Danny Jordaan as he joined the many tributes that poured in for Masinga, the legendary Bafana Bafana striker, who died yesterday aged 49.
Masinga had been ill for some time but his death came as a shock to the SA football fraternity.
He played 58 matches for the national team, and will be remembered for scoring the goal against Congo in 1997 that secured South Africa’s first World Cup appearance in 1998 in France.
Jordaan said: “I am really gutted. I saw him last Sunday before I flew to Dakar, and although he was not feeling well, he was in good spirits and I promised to visit him again this week; now our hero is gone.
“Phil was a loyal servant of the game, on and off the field. His goal against Congo which took us to our first World Cup in France in 1998 is still the most celebrated goal in the country to date.”
Doctor Khumalo, Kaizer Chiefs and Bafana legend, was stunned.
“It’s a sad moment for South African football, and throughout the world because he was internationally known. I’d like to thank the Masinga family for giving us the opportunity to be around Chippa. To me, especially, he might have made me to be who I am today. Remember in the game when you give the final pass, the finisher is the most important person and he is the one that made me look better.”
Former Bafana captain Lucas Radebe, who shared many glorious moments with Masinga in the national team and at English football club Leeds United, said Masinga had “rare qualities”.
“He was quality. He was very straightforward. He always said what he felt, whether it was negative or positive. That’s what I liked about him. Phil had a great heart. When we needed him, he delivered.
“South Africa didn’t only lose the talent of Phil but lost somebody who would have given back to South African football. He would have inspired a lot of youngsters.”
Helman Mkhalele, who played alongside Masinga at Jomo Cosmos, said: “His passing has affected me in a big way.
“When a number of players arrived at Jomo Cosmos for the first time, he was there to welcome them.
“He made sure they felt at ease so that they were able to perform to the best of their abilities.”
Leeds United and former players who played with Masinga overseas also tweeted their condolences.
THE DISCERNING football fan will know that there was more to Phil “Chippa” Masinga than “that goal”.
Of course that thunderous strike which earned South Africa a maiden participation at the Fifa World Cup will always be the highlight of Masinga’s brilliant career.
But he was more than a one goal wonder.
As it is, way before that goal against Congo Brazzaville on that glorious August 1997 afternoon at the old FNB Stadium, Masinga had already proven himself to be one of SA’s most prolific strikers.
Back in 1991, in the Top 8, Masinga delivered a performance so compelling that it tore the football fraternity into two.
Against Kaizer Chiefs in the final which his Jomo Cosmos side lost 4-3, Masinga was the star performer courtesy of a splendid hat-trick.
Incredibly, the judges awarded Amakhosi’s Fani Madida the Player of the Tournament award – leading to such an outcry that the decision was later reversed.
It was all up, up and away for Masinga thereafter with a spell at star-studded Mamelodi Sundowns preceding a move overseas where he first joined Leeds United along with fellow Bafana Bafana star Lucas Radebe.
They loved him so much at Eland Road in his two years there that they called him “Waltzing Masinga”.
His quality was later proven by the fact that he cracked it into the then highly competitive Serie A where he was in competition with the likes of Liberian great George Weah.
There were also spells in Switzerland alongside his former Cosmos teammate, the late Sizwe Motaung.
That he was making a success of his career overseas was lost on the fickle and often naive local fans who generally do not appreciate any player without ball skills.
Tall and gangly, Masinga was not your typical SA footballer and this was perhaps why he cracked the European leagues where direct play used to be more appreciated.
That goal in 1997 aside, Masinga was not a Bafana fan favourite and endured taunts from the boo boys that would have broken many a player.
But Masinga kept on going, scoring goals and celebrating them by going towards the same fans who were suddenly chanting his name and putting his hands to his ears asking them: “where are the boos now”.
It cannot be denied that he made a telling contribution to the SA game – helping Bafana win the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations and qualifying for the World Cup, while starring at club level.
His playing aside, Masinga was a very strong character who stood up for what he believed.
At the 1998 World Cup in France, he had a fight with coach Philippe Troussier after the Frenchman wanted to play him despite him being injured.
With captain Radebe not standing up for him, Masinga made it clear to the “White witch doctor” that he was not playing and a few minutes before kickoff Troussier had to withdraw him from the line-up.
In my last interview with him two years ago in marking the 20th anniversary of that World Cup qualifying goal, Masinga cut a sorry sight – typical of SA stars who have fallen on hard times.
But his passion for the game still remained and he spoke his heart out as he always had, never sugar coating anything as he lamented the poor state of the SA national team.
SA can do with more players of his calibre and honest men like him.
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Field measurements showed that Deroceras sp., a slug, could at times be a serious pest in pastures of T. semipilosum cv. Safari in SE Queensland. At peak infestation (470 slugs/m2), 60% of the leaf area was eaten. In laboratory experiments, T. semipilosum was very palatable to Deroceras sp. and to another slug, L. nyctelia. The latter slug is common in SE Queensland, but is rarely found in T. semipilosum pastures. Both slugs avoided eating the 14 spp. of tropical grasses that were tested. In pot experiments, slug damage depressed the growth rate and competitive ability of T. semipilosum. Slugs destroyed emerging seedlings of both T. semipilosum and T. repens. In controlled-temp. conditions, both slugs thrived better at 12 and 18 deg C than at 6 and 24 deg . At 30 deg Deroceras sp. died whereas L. nyctelia survived.


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McCubbins Recognized as Alumni of the YearMay 8, 2018
The School of Business named Travis and Melinda (Mindy) McCubbin as the Alumni of the Year. Travis McCubbin (’97) is the PGA General Manager of The Club at Old Hawthorne in Columbia, Missouri. He manages the overall operations of the club’s amenities as well as social and athletic programs for the 780 members that call it home. In addition to the club’s operations, Travis manages the homeowner’s association for the Community of Old Hawthorne. Prior to assisting with the opening of Old Hawthorne in 2007, Travis worked at several fine private clubs in the St. Louis area. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration-Management in 1997.
Mindy McCubbin (’97) is the Director of Equity Investments at Shelter Insurance Companies in Columbia, Missouri. As part of a team managing over $5 billion of institutional assets, she has direct responsibility for investments in public common stock as well as private placements within the venture capital, buyout, real estate and private credit markets. Prior to joining Shelter, her previous work experience included various financial analysis and management positions at The Boeing Company. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration-Finance in 1997 and earned a Master in Business Administration from Saint Louis University in 2001. Mindy served for six years on the Truman State University Foundation Board where she held a leadership role as chair of the Foundation Investment Committee.
While students at Truman, Mindy was a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha and the Financial Management Association. Travis was a member of Lambda Chi Alpha and also played on the Truman State Men’s Golf team. Mindy and Travis are passionate about investing in the future and education, and provided the vision and financial resources to launch the Bulldog Student Investment Fund (BSIF) which is now a vibrant and dynamic student organization in the School of Business. They were recognized in 2012 as the Truman State Young Alumni of the Year. Mindy and Travis are the proud parents of a daughter, Riley, and a son, Tyler.
The McCubbins received their award at the 18th Annual School of Business Recognition Dinner on April 28.

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