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One solution would be to go back to a work sponsored ARC.
Given the changes in demographics and the likely drops in enrollment, is it any surprise? Sucks that benefits are decreasing…that’s where there really is benefit in public sector unions…are there any in Taiwan for professors or English institute foreigners?
Like I said it’s even a problem in the US, vast majority of university professors are adjunct who makes 12 dollars an hour. Teachers in the us get paid shit and have to buy office supplies out of pocket because the school district is too cheap or underfunded to afford it.
Nobody wants to invest in education it seems.
A mind is a terrible thing to waste.
I believe the Taiwanese professors have the option of taking the job as a public sector employee with benefits like tenure and other benefits, but because the fringe benefits have dropped in the past decade or so more of them choose a different track. But I’m not 100% clear on this
The unqualified people posing as teachers has always been a thing. I had university students that were homeroom teachers (and my coteacher for some classes) many times when I was in the FET program. Many of them were paid by the hour for classes taught, despite the obvious prep work and communication with parents and meetings and everything else that being a homeroom teacher entails. Oh, and they were always the cousin/adult child of friend (etc. guanxi situation) of someone in charge of the school. Meanwhile, tons of people who graduate from Taiwan’s top universities (with teaching degrees) end up working in cram schools “because there aren’t enough positions at public schools”. Theres some seriously whack shit going on with finances in public education in Taiwan.
(Not that it’s any better in the US. I can name one state where you need only be 18 years of age to be a full time public school teacher at the same salary as someone who has an undergraduate degree and teaching license. It’s not because there aren’t enough teachers. It’s because people who put in the work to become qualified teachers expect to be paid more than the barista at Starbucks. You can only imagine how the math and reading scores compare to those in states where teachers are required to have more education than the students they’re teaching)
I know someone who does not have tenure that teaches at a college in the US making just over $21/hr!
Yeah but if you look at the salaries of the high school football coaches that also teach honors English, many of them are making six figures😂
Probably depends on school district and their actual job role too.
Remember property taxes pay for school so if the area is poor so will the school.
That they don’t extend such benefits to foreigners (kind of defeats international solidarity doesn’t it?) is a red flag to me. Reiterates that they don’t see foreigners as real faculty?
I think there are a variety of situations for various foreign faculty at different universities.
But overall, I don’t think they want to attract and retain expensive and high performing foreign faculty that can’t integrate well and make them look bad on research and teaching, especially at a time when there are a glut of professors already here who will fill the position.
Yip – the insularism and petty politics. Reminds me of Sayre’s Law: Sayre’s law - Wikipedia
On 20 December 1973, the Wall Street Journal quoted Sayre as: “Academic politics is the most vicious and bitter form of politics, because the stakes are so low.”
I always thought Kissinger said that. I’ve learned something today.
Is that new this year, or is that how it’s always been?
I’ve done the math. At my age, it doesn’t add up.
All the children’s tuition or a discount?
Do you mean qualified for the national pension system, or is there a special one for teachers that you qualified for at the same time?
They dropped this news around noon on Friday (two days ago) when they finally got around to giving some FETs their contracts for next year. In the past, all FETs were entitled to flight reimbursements for themselves and one “lineal relative” or spouse. For next year, they’re massively limiting it (to people who do not have APRCs or are not married to a Taiwanese person)
I don’t know the details. I dont even know what the school’s names are.
Im told teachers have a separate pension that pays significantly more to them each month than the national system. I have not looked into the details, but I also know that such things were seriously limited a few years back because the government didnt budget for it correctly and can’t afford to make the pay outs. As an FET with a Taiwanese spouse or APRC, they pay into the national pension system on your behalf
Yes, they have a public service pension. Foreigners are not a part of that. The pension your school does pay is the 6% into the labor insurance pension…
However… 6% is not enough! Also Taiwanese citizens also have another national pension too (So they get 2) but foreigners only get the one
I think they don’t care. In the last few years there has been a change in which countries that they hire from. The MOE has imported a lot of FETs from a country not so far away from Taiwan. The teachers from that country still see what they are offering as very competitive. Others are likely to be crowded out. Since TFETP got started I saw it as a sign too abandon ship. Every year the contract gets worse and worse. TFETP will probably be renamed FFETTP (Filipino Foreign English Teachers in Taiwan Program).
There’s about to be another empty uni position as I’m quitting my job of almost a decade* and moving back to the west at the end of the year.
*- actually, probably not because of the rapidly contracting enrollment numbers due to the birthrate collapse. But it would be a laugh if it appeared here. And no, I won’t say which uni.
Wow that’s a bombshell!
Will you be moving to the US or to Australia?
In either case, I hope this works well for you and your family.


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I am doing my thesis on redevlopment of the Jama Masjid precint, Delhi. The area includes Meena Bazaar too.
My idea on this site was to revitalize this urban void since it offers an unhindered view between Jama Masjid and the Red fort.This would require me to propose ground level structures in the first case. The actual setting of this fabric consists of few shops selling handicrafts,food stalls,clothes etc which are not organized. Hence I thought to re-plan the bazaar area; by making it more happening without hampering the existing vigor and vitality of the space. And also to utilize the Subhash Park area which is an urban void and to provide shelter facilities for people staying there. I have just tried to put my idea in a nutshell. Any suggestions guys?
There is an Architect Mr. Abhimanyu Dalal in delhi doing the same project .. kindly contact to him may b he’ll help u.
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Today, Sunday, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen published videos of the ongoing operation in the Ma’rib Governorate to support the Yemeni National Army, where the videos show the coalition fighters targeting a set of militia military targets accurately and destroying them.
The Yemeni army liberated important sites on the al-Kasara and al-Mashjah fronts in the Ma’rib governorate, following a violent attack on the Iranian-backed Houthi coup militia sites.
The coalition publishes videos of the ongoing operation in Marib to support the National Army # Arabia pic.twitter.com/TD2K78POb4
The official Yemeni News Agency quoted a military source as saying that the National Army and Popular Resistance launched a strong attack on the Houthi militia sites in Al-Kasara and Al-Masjhah Through it, they were able to liberate important sites on the Kasara and Al-Masjah front, and inflicted heavy losses on the militias in lives and equipment, “indicating that the military operation on those two fronts” is proceeding according to what was planned by the army leadership. ” The source praised the role of the Air Force of the Coalition to Support Legitimacy, led by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in supporting the National Army, stressing that the coalition aircraft managed to destroy 12 military vehicles belonging to the Houthi militia in the Kassara front northwest of the city of Ma’rib.
(In a related context, the Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen showed videos targeting Houthi equipment and elements, as part of its operations to support the National Army in Marib.
) The coalition destroyed “a hostile air defense system belonging to the Houthi militia in the Ma’rib front,” and included the destruction of the system “all its components and foreign experts,” according to the coalition.
He added that “all Military operations against the Houthi militia comply with international humanitarian law. ” The coalition stressed its continued “support for the operations of the National Army and the tribes in Marib to advance and protect civilians.”

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Contrary to its title, Ryan Teague’s future classic LP “Block Boundaries” is in the same league as Nils Frahm’s exhilarating ‘Spaces’ live culling project. Making firm use of arpeggios as a tour de force on opening track ‘Site And Situation’, the album collects gentle fissuring exercises in melodically-coated rhythmical machination.
Way back in 2012 was Teague’s previous solo album on Village Green. Prior to that was “Causeway” on Sonic Pieces. A constant refining of Teague’s production skills is evident over the last 4 years, though the study remains focused on a sensual psychogeography hinted at by references in track titles (the Giant’s Causeway was a subject 4 years ago; track names on the latest LP spotlight mathematical precision in relation to nature).
What most impresses on “Block Boundaries” is the sheer gradation between small musical gesture (take the jutting cello layer on the opener, for example) and resonant, grandiose melodic articulacy. This tapestry uproots the fundamentals of groove music (house, funk, techno) and marries it with the javelin-parabola altitude of the sharpest contemporary classical highs. On the title piece, Teague indulges in randomly-hit higher-register piano notes to scaffold the interest levels while turning on a stylistic lock.
As a general rule, the more arpeggios you add to something in new music, the closer it gets to either folk (if acoustic instruments) or Kosmiche Muzak (think the psychedelic deviations and deceptions of Tangerine Dream, or more commercially, Jean Michel Jarre). The ‘Diversion 1 / 2’ pieces on “Block Boundaries” aspire to such heights of shimmering synthesis, alleviating the tension built up in beautiful blocks of melting candle-lit wax. The highlight tune on the album is without doubt ‘Scale And Ratio’, especially when sequenced after the gorgeous ‘Diversion 1’: the horn-like frays and soaring strings form a counterpoint to marimba arpeggio-pond-skating. The mood is at once wistful and contemplative, suggesting for the first time an expansion of the album title. What boundaries are being blocked? Is the idea to transcendentally introspect to spill past creative boundaries? It would seem so.
The second half ups the groove ante with house-y beats instead of arpeggios powering the rhythm section. ‘Liminal Space’ sounds like Robert Miles’ ‘Children’ reworked by Blue Six, taking the trance aspect truly deeper, while woodblock snares soon sneak into the ultramundane foreground. Gorging on a kind of narcotic catharsis, there’s enough syncopative rise and release to drive things on. The LP’s average 4-minute track length here feels longer, but the wonderfully encapsulating sounds could have easily gone on for 10 minutes.
‘Remote Outliers’ is the only track with vocals, choral melismas at that. The choir adds necessary variation but perhaps sing for a little too long in the grand scheme of things, as their voices are not juxtaposed with any counterpoint elements besides quiet synth intrusions. They do create a nice time/space schism however, as proved by ‘Animated Landscape’, for me the second top track in this collection of instrumentals with ‘Diversion 1’ closely following. It has the magnitude in the piano chords and their dissection of prog to be compared to the lofty Procol Harum. Given all Teague’s transmissions for film and BBC Radio 3 in the past, this would seem a plumbing of that gravitas; the more maudlin, forlorn ‘End Of The Line’ is like a sad lament, a weighty send-off for one of the records of 2014.
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Missing movie dog found
NATCHEZ — Quinny the dog spent two days leading film executives and locals on a chase from the greens of Duncan Park to the breakfast buffet at a local hotel.
But Natchez’ newest actress finally returned home Thursday afternoon after being found by a local couple.
Director Tate Taylor and producer John Norris, who are in Natchez to film the upcoming James Brown movie, “Get on Up,” lost a four-month-old pitbull mix puppy Tuesday.
Quinny was originally found between Natchez and Washington on the side of the road with a phone cord tied around her neck.
Norris said he and Taylor spent all Tuesday and Wednesday searching Natchez for their lost dog, who they planned to include in the film.
“I was getting calls from people in Los Angeles and all over saying, ‘I heard you lost your dog and it’s all over the news,’” Norris said. “Then I kept getting texts about Quinny spottings from people all around town, so we would go wherever people said they saw her.”
Norris said they visited Holiday Inn Express on Canal Street to find that Quinny had wandered in during the breakfast buffet and hopped onto several people’s laps before strolling off on her own.
“We heard she was at Duncan Park, so we went there and the first people we saw was this older couple,” Norris said. “I walked up and asked if they had seen a runaway dog and then said, ‘Are you looking for Quinny?’
“Everyone knew about it and it was like everyone was on high alert looking for Quinny.”
Shortly after, Norris said he received a text message from Jonathan Newman and his wife, Amy, who said they had found Quinny Wednesday night.
“They took her in, fed her and then called when they saw the article in the newspaper,” Norris said. “We went over there and picked her up, and she was just so happy to see us.”
Though Quinny’s escapades gave Norris and Taylor quite the scare, Norris said he was appreciative and indebted to Natchez residents who helped them find their dog.
“Here come a bunch of Hollywood fancy types to town, but everyone still went out of their way to help us,” Norris said. “Everyone was so friendly and just kept saying, ‘You’re going to find her.’”
Norris and Taylor rescued another dog during filming of the Academy Award nominated film “The Help” and named it Greenwood after the city where the crews were filming.
Greenwood ended up landing a role in several scenes of the “The Help,” and Norris said Quinny will be in a few scenes in “Get on Up,” which will be filmed entirely in Mississippi.


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Keberoxu, if you must start a new thread (I dont know how long the previous Caoineadh na dTrí Mhuire threads are), you could at least provide a link to one or more previous threads.
Modette, I think that is a really unfair comment re Dubhghlas de hIde and Keberoxu's interest in his collections of Irish song. Without people like him collecting folklore and language of the people, much of our heritage would have been lost. And you can find similar examples among folklorists in other countries. In the context of Ireland, there were people from the ascendancy who were actively involved in campaigning for Irish independence. Also in the context of the sectarian divisions in Ireland, I would rather point out that Protestants like de Ide were active in promoting the Irish language. He was at one time president of the Gaelic League, and later on Uachtaran (President) of the republic of Ireland.

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October is Black History Month. Although recognised by the US government in 1976, it wasn’t until 1987 when it was first celebrated in London, with the aim of challenging racism and raising awareness of the many contributions that people from African and Caribbean backgrounds have made to our society across the centuries, as their achievements were absent from the history curriculum taught in our schools.
In 1985, Bernie Grant became the leader of Haringey Council, the first-ever Black person to hold such a position in Europe. In October that year, he publicly supported local youth against police harassment and the institutional racism in the Metropolitan police, when the death of Cynthia Jarrett (Grime artist Scorcher’s grandmother), during a police raid on her home, sparked the riot on Broadwater Farm estate. In 1987, he was elected by the Tottenham constituency to become one of the first 3 Black MP’s in the House of Commons.
Bernie Grant, MP in Tottenham from 1987
This year, 2020, the reality of racism has again been very apparent. The murder of George Floyd by police in USA led to worldwide protests and the rise of #BlackLivesMatter movement. There were renewed commitments among many individuals and organisations to educate themselves about Black history and to confront the legacies of Britain’s colonial past, as part of understanding racism and standing in solidarity against it, in all its forms.
BlackLivesMatter protests in Lordship Rec
Tottenham’s largest public green space, Lordship Rec, became the location of weekly protests – ‘taking the knee’ – attended by 100’s of local residents.
Local residents Taking a Knee in Lordship Rec at the regular BLM rally
Activists inspire the rally with their passionate speeches
North London Creatives Resistance, a group of creatives local to Tottenham grew out of these Black Lives Matter protests and gatherings held in Lordship rec throughout this summer. NLCR aims to celebrate black history, experience and community in North London through organising innovative and engaging creative community projects.
ZETHU MASEKO, TOTTENHAM ARTIST
Rising star, Zethu Maseko, a young, female, Tottenham-raised artist is a founding member of NLCR and a recent graduate from Fine Art at Goldsmiths University London. Zethu’s work centres conversations around identity, racial and gender politics, de-colonialism and the African diasporic experience. She currently works in the form of tapestry, using quilt, tufting, embroidery and weaving techniques.
Hand made banners and placards made for the BLM rally
Since 2017, Zethu has received many awards for her art practice – the Peter Stanley Prize 2017, Santander Student Impact Award 2018, Young Achiever Future Leader Award 2019, The Nicholas and Andrei Tooth Prize 2020 and has been selected for The New Contemporaries 2020. Below are some of Zethu’s artworks.
Afro Safety Net
Warmed to You
Lordship Hub is proud to be hosting a site specific piece of art work created by Zethu Maseko that offers links between Black History month and the 2020 activities of the Black Lives Matter movement that took place in Lordship Rec. Zethu initially intended to create a piece through engaging others in a workshop process but Covid-19 restrictions interrupted these plans and the result is a more personal response to Black History month 2020.
How did this piece develop?
…Creating this piece is my contribution to the conversations that have been taking place about black identity, black history, racism. I feel there is generally a lack of celebration of the achievements and contributions of Black people to our history here..
I was thinking about that.. getting people involved and making something that celebrates the multiculturalism of Tottenham….how all of us are here together and we each have our own identity’s here which are all informed by our heritage’s, where we came from, and together these form this bubble, this mixing pot of all our different cultures. I wanted to engage with that but when COVID-19 restrictions made it much more difficult to involve other women in workshops as I’d planned… the work became more personal as I thought more about my own heritage (South Africa) and how that is situated here in Tottenham….
The piece commemorates a young woman my age, named Saartjie Bartman, who was taken from the Eastern Cape to London in 1810, to be exhibited for her bodily features. She was exhibited across Europe from the age of 20 until her death aged 25 and then she was dissected and her body parts continued to exhibited in France until 1974. That is 159 years after she actually died. Her story represents how enslaving African people was excused by presenting them as subhuman specimens to be exhibited … so when I was thinking about what I wanted to commemorate with this quilt I’ve found I kept thinking of my own heritage in the cape region, how the objectification of black women’s bodies still continues today and how this is rooted in the colonial and patriarchal gaze.
Why have you chosen the quilt form for this piece?
There’s been a history within feminist art practise of reclaiming the quilt as an art form. It’s a feminine medium. A feminine technique. There’s a strong history of Black women in the southern States of America protesting through quilting.
Zethu at work
How does this connect for you with the BLM movement that was expressed in Lordship Rec this summer?
There’s so many similarities between police brutality in USA and here. Our community here in Tottenham is over policed. We live in a racist society. There were so many other conversations – such as how we address police violence or decolonialise our streets – that I have not referenced here. The exhibition does also include a reparations banner, to highlight one of these more recent conversations that’s been going on locally. This banner was made through workshops held in Lordship Rec during the Black Lives Matter meetings and taken to a protest in Brixton. It says ‘you’re lucky we only want reparations and not revenge’ and I think once you know the story of Saartjie Bartman, it raises the question of how something like that could ever be reconciled.
What is your aim as an artist and founder of North London Creative Resistance group?
I feel like art is a means to have a conversation or to continue a conversation and to make the conversation more accessible, to more people …the practise of engaging in a workshop is usually an empowering one ..so for me it is a way of mobilising people, empowering people and giving people a space to express their experiences …
Growing up and living in a community that has been under-resourced, underfunded, under-supported… I’d say looked down upon and dehumanised by the rest of London. .. makes me want to bring more visibility to Tottenham. I love my area, I love my community and I know there’s many incredible, amazing people here who just need to be given the space. I want to give back to it and I want to empower it.
Now open every day from 11-4pm except Thursdays. Pay us a visit and view the exhibition. Toilet facilities are now available to cafe customers.
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Shuffles by Pinterest - how to create an account?
Here's interesting app called Shuffles by Pinterest. Let's get it to see what this is about. It's growing in Top Charts in the US App Store. You can download it. You can see the size of it. Yeah, that's the app.
"Shuffles is a new app designed for collective collaging. Want to curate a festival outfit? Visualize your dream bedroom? Mood board your current aesthetic vibe? Or just express yourself by creating something beautiful, strange, or funny? You will love Shuffles."
"Snap exactly the objects you want using the camera; find inspiration; cut out, layer, rotate, resize; add animations and effects; share privately; remix other people's Shuffles."
There are some good reviews already. "The app is so good. I'm actually pretty obsessed. It's super intuitive but also I feel like I find a new feature all the time. The one feature I wish they would add is an archive one like they have on the official Pinterest app. I use it all the time over there, and I wish I had it on Shuffles."
Then, I already have my Pinterest account, and Pinterest app installed here. Unfortunately, it says Shuffles is invite-only. So you need to either enter invite code, get help, or join waitlist.
"Your Pinterest account is now on the waitlist and follow us while you are waiting." So unfortunately, it's on the waitlist.
I'm not sure if this app is available everywhere, or is it invite-only, or maybe it's available already in the United States or some other countries, but maybe not because it's already growing quite high in the charts in the US App Store, meaning that a lot of users already have access.
There are 89 ratings so far. I'm just curious that there. "Can't even log in." "Good." "Running into a bug." "Exactly what Pinterest needed. Amazing app and the most logical next level to Pinterest board. Cut-out feature works surprisingly well, and the UI is pretty intuitive. Love that I can pull pins straight from my own boards." "Super glitchy, getting worse." "Fun." "App so good, I'm overwhelmed." "Genuinely, my dream app." "So great." "Love this app." "Super fun."
That's the idea. But unfortunately, it just says Shuffles is invite-only right now. If you have an invitation code, you can just enter it here, but I don't know where to get it. Maybe on Pinterest. Maybe they will announce something on their blog or maybe they just releasing it to selected creators. Otherwise, hope this is helpful.No answer to your question? ASK IN FORUM. Subscribe on YouTube!

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Business Video Roundup: Leadership Principles, Making More Sales & Office Redesign
In this week’s roundup of great videos for entrepreneurs and business owners, Gary Vaynerchuk and others discuss how to make more sales without ever doing a cold call again, former Best Buy chairman and CEO Hubert Joly talks about leadership principles for the next era of capitalism, and newly appointed TIAA president and CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett gives a lot of terrific advice in a View from the Top talk at Stanford Graduate of Business. Plus, CNBC pays a visit to a company in the midst of a post-pandemic office redesign, while Moody’s Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi gives his thoughts on the U.S. getting back to business.
GaryVee: How to Make More Sales Without Ever Doing a Single Cold Call Again
From a virtual real estate conference, Gary Vaynerchuk, Tyler Auerbacher, and Tom Ferry talk about branding, marketing, and promotional avenues like Facebook Groups and Clubhouse as big opportunities for marketing innovation in 2021. Although this discussion pertains to real estate, the insights, ideas, and advice can be applied to businesses in many industries.
The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism
Kristin Peck, CEO of Zoetis, chats with the former chairman and CEO of Best Buy, Hubert Joly, about his book The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism. They discuss how having a clear purpose and putting people first is essential to their personal leadership philosophies, hopefully leading to a more sustainable era of capitalism.
Stanford GSB: Thasunda Duckett, President and CEO, TIAA
This View from the Top conversation checks in with Thasunda Brown Duckett not long after she was appointed as president and CEO of TIAA. Previously recognized as one of the most powerful women in banking, Duckett talks about financial equity, leadership, and the importance of understanding and kindness in moving forward.
CNBC: How This Tech Company Redesigned Its Office to Lure Workers Back
San Mateo-based software analytics company Snowflake has been in the midst of an office redesign to make employees more comfortable as they return to work. Some of the goals include reducing contact points and making work areas more spread out and easier to clean.
CNBC: When Will the U.S. Get Back to Business? Mark Zandi Answers
Moody’s Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi gives his thoughts about the U.S. getting back to work, predicting that the country will return to full employment by 2023. He also offers other opinions on business owners and leaders to consider as we move forward post-pandemic.
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Private label grocery products, often thought of as way to save money when grocery shopping, have seen an uptick in sales as inflation and supply problems have driven prices up.
According to Catalina, a St. Petersburg marketing firm that specializes in shopper intelligence, shoppers are turning more and more to retailer’s store brands and away from name brands as they try to cut costs.
The company’s Shopper Intelligence Platform finds sales of a half-dozen products are up double digits, with items like canned fish up 10% and soup 17%.These two particular items shows “consumers are looking for affordable lunch and dinner solutions,” the company says.
“The data clearly indicates that shoppers have become more price-sensitive and value-driven in recent months,” says Sean Murphy, the chief data and analytics officer at Catalina.
And there’s a good reason for that.
The latest Consumer Price Index report released Aug. 10 shows while inflation is down, the cost of food at home index is up to 13.1% from last year. That’s the largest year-over-year increase since 1979.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the food at home index rose 1.3% in July, as prices of major grocery store food categories went up again. According to the report, dairy and related products were up 1.7%; meat, poultry, fish and eggs were up 0.5%; fruits and vegetables were up 0.5%; and cereals and bakery products were up 1.8%. The cost of food overall is up 10.9%
At Sprouts Farmers Market, which is opening a new store in Cape Coral in October, a spokesperson says it’s not one single thing that drives price up but that the chain “strives to provide great quality at value prices every day.”
To that end, Jack Sinclair, Sprouts’s CEO, said in an Aug. 3 earnings call that the chain is doing what it can to address rising prices while getting shoppers to buy more.
“As the consumer is being pressured by inflation, we are proactively focusing on value across the store,” he said. “We’re driving value through pack and pricing, leaning into our great produce pricing, emphasizing our large bulk offering where customers can control their costs, expanding our local produce, which provides more attractive pricing, and running BOGO and vitamin offers to help customers save.”


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The Board of Directors of The New Generation of Funeral Service Practitioners Association is pleased to announce that Kevin Mitchell of Fort Lauderdale, Fla. has been appointed as the new Executive Director of this association […]
The payoff may be years away, but Florida stakeholders are already coordinating efforts to make sure the state gets its share of BP oil spill compensation in what could be the largest Gulf restoration effort in history.
Florida’s 28 state and community colleges say they have a plan to make the state the first in the country to reach the national goal of doubling graduation rates by the year 2020 – and they think Gov. Rick Scott will back their play.
Sasser, Georgia is the epitome of a “Leave It to Beaver” existence. Nestled in a serene part of southeast Georgia (outside of Albany) where tradition trumps progress, there is an unwritten rule that permeates throughout the fabric of life within that slap-happy community.


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FT. MORGAN, Ala. (WALA) – Preparing for an event like the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Mobile Bay doesn’t take place overnight, and one of the most challenging aspects is finding people to re-enact the battle.
The organizers, three groups of people focused on event planning, logistics, and the re-enactment, have been working for a year getting details squared away for this weekend’s event.
The actors playing the Confederate soldiers will be in the fort (that’s Fort Morgan, of course) and the actors playing the Union soldiers will be in the field behind what are being called siege lines. Organizers hope the re-enactment, set to take place Saturday, August 2, will look as realistic as possible.
The Battle of Mobile Bay a naval battle fought during in the American Civil War. Union RAdm. David Farragut led the Union navy to victory against the Confederate navy. At the end of the battle, Union soldiers took Ft. Morgan and eventually razed the citadel there. The taking of this important passage closed the Union blockade of the Gulf of Mexico.


“Two school libraries, shuttered last month due to budget cuts, will reopen Tuesday after a donation from an anonymous donor. As The Inquirer reported last month, Central High and Masterman, two of the city’s most prestigious schools, closed their libraries because the district did not fund librarians. Principals of the two schools, magnets that take in top students from across the city, lamented the closures, and said the budget cuts had taken aim at the very heart of their institutions.” (via Philadelphia Inquirer)
“Community, education and political leaders gathered Monday at Arlington Elementary/Middle School to celebrate a partnership that is providing thousands of city students new libraries — an effort that could eventually transform learning spaces at two dozen schools. Arlington and the Historic Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Elementary are the fourth and fifth schools to get newly renovated libraries built by the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. The organization had pledged $5 million to build new libraries in high-poverty schools by 2015, but on Monday said it would double that contribution and bring improvements to 24 schools.” (via baltimoresun.com)
“When Central High School opened its new library in 2005 – a $4.5 million research and media hub funded by alumni – Apple named it a national model. Students visited it more than 147,000 times last year, more than 800 visits a day. Masterman School’s library, also bolstered by fund-raising, bustled with students, too, from early morning till late afternoon.” (via Philadelphia Inquirer)
“The capital city’s public school district started classes Monday without any staffing for their libraries. Officials say they plan to engage volunteers trained to check out and organize books and other materials. Reductions in library staff beginning two years ago already have limited access to the facilities for students. While some students didn’t seem to care because they don’t use them, others cited frustration Monday over their inability to freely use the computers and study space afforded by the facilities.” (via PennLive.com)
“Without question, the Internet has changed the way we think and learn, and will continue to do so as our technology evolves. In particular, the ability to access enormous amounts of information at any time from almost any place is forcing schools to redefine the idea of a classroom and the way we approach teaching. It is also reshaping the notion of school library services — what libraries look like and how they and librarians best serve schools. Increasingly, we hear the questions: “Are libraries necessary today? Isn’t everything on the Internet? Can’t we use the library space for better purposes?” We read about prominent independent schools that have chosen to eliminate most or all of their print collections in favor of digital resources. Other schools have replaced trained librarians with technologists who are expert at connecting students with digital tools and websites, but not at maintaining and expanding the carefully curated and already owned print and digital collections. Some independent school librarians are being asked to dramatically weed their print collections to accommodate a move to a space smaller by half or more. More than a few school leaders see this as a good time to cut library funding in order to save money in the overall budget.” (via NAIS)
“The last time a student at Archbishop Wood High School borrowed Mark Twain’s The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was 1997. Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island has fared even worse: No student has checked out the adventure novel since 1991. It could be they are simply dated and unappealing to today’s high school students, or it could be because they are, well, books in an age of proliferating digital information. Either way, these titles may not be on Archbishop Wood’s shelves much longer: By the end of the school year, the number of volumes in the school’s library will be whittled from 47,000 to about 1,000 to make room for a new bank of computers, projection equipment, and collaborative space.”
via The Inquirer
“We all know that the more you read the more fluent you become, which in turn leads not only to increased literacy skills but also to improved attainment in all subjects. But, it seems, proof and evidence of this impact has eluded the reading profession for many years. This may be the reason why school libraries have been on the decline, with schools favouring to focus their energies on areas that can display this elusive impact. At Monk’s Walk School, Hertfordshire, we’ve worked on this area, knowing there must be some way a library can show the impact it has on literacy development. If this value and impact can be seen, not only does this move a library alongside other departments in a school but it may also go some way to holding back the decline of this vital resource.”
“When Sue Reinaman became Northern High School librarian 18 years ago, there were CD-ROMs and a card catalog in drawers, with the beginning of digital resources.
Today, her library has seven online databases, with the budget shifting toward buying more digital resources, including e-books. Still, she said the emphasis is the same. “It’s always been about teaching them how to find and use information efficiently and ethically,” Reinaman said, except in a different format.”
“The kids are back, but the media center at one of California’s largest high schools is quiet, even for a library. That’s because the 4,000 students at James Logan High School in Union City are starting the school year without access to the aisles of books and computers sitting in a darkened room, unused.
“Due to budget cuts, the library is closed,” read printed signs on the library doors. Carla Colburn, the school librarian for eight years and a teacher for 26, is the only person who goes in there now. For one period each day, she goes to the library and prepares book carts for English-language-learner classrooms or history classes working on research projects.”
NYTimes – “In the last three years, TNS has cut its Reading Recovery program, lost its assistant principal and its half-time math and literacy coaches and increased class size in every grade. The school learned this past April that it could no longer afford its library or librarian. Forty percent of TNS students qualify for free lunch, and the school pays for that diversity in an unexpected way: it’s far more difficult to raise large sums of money from its families. But the school still does not qualify for the federal Title 1 financing allocated to schools serving large percentages of low-income children. It is the public school version of the marriage penalty: diversity is largely considered a social good, but those who practice it are expected to pay, one way or another.”


With midterm elections in high gear, Washington appears headed for several years of nasty partisanship and policy gridlock.
A robust recovery could be the casualty. Action is stalled on critical issues like energy and trade and on sound proposals like President Barack Obama’s recent call for a National Infrastructure Bank and new incentives for business investment.
Yet federal paralysis does not signal the end of policy innovation or economic progress. The elections could signal the emergence of a “pragmatic caucus” — led by governors, mayors and their allies in the business, university and civic sectors.
There are 37 gubernatorial races this year. New governors are certain to take the helm in major states such as California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Wisconsin.
Judging from their campaigns, some prominent candidates appear ready to act decisively on the economy while Washington either can’t or won’t.
Leading candidates in four disparate states show the potential triumph of pragmatic strategies over ideological posturing.
In Colorado, Democrat John Hickenlooper wants public- and private-sector leaders to design “regional business plans” that could leverage the natural advantages of their economies, be it geographic location, aerospace, energy or agriculture.
In Tennessee, Republican Bill Haslam echoes this call for local strategies, advocating regional “jobs base camps” to coordinate and fine-tune state economic and work-force development strategies to the business strengths, or clusters, of different parts of the state.
In New York, Democrat Andrew Cuomo has a detailed economic plan, including a state infrastructure bank to make transformative investments that could link the state’s metropolitan centers to one another and the world.
In Michigan, Republican Rick Snyder has an ambitious agenda to streamline government and subject economic development incentives to high standards of performance and accountability.
What unites all these approaches is a heavy dose of common sense — from leaders grounded in place rather than rooted in ideology.
Hickenlooper and Haslam are well-regarded mayors of Denver and Knoxville, respectively. Before serving as Housing and Urban Development secretary in the Clinton administration, Cuomo was recognized for his innovative responses to homelessness. Snyder helped create Ann Arbor SPARK, one of the nation’s leading public and private partnerships focused on economic development.
These leaders understand the need to build a different kind of U.S. economy from the rubble of this recession. They recognize that economic restructuring requires a business-friendly climate as well as smart investments in the assets that matter — like infrastructure or clean energy or education — in the metropolitan communities that drive the economy.
This pragmatic caucus stands in sharp contrast to the “no government” tea party movement and the predictable stances of the traditional parties. Their practical ideas — for example, regional innovation clusters and infrastructure banks — represent smart ways to marry the innovation of the private sector with critical public-sector support and bolster the international competitiveness of U.S. firms and communities.
Success of the caucus is by no means assured. The election, of course, is not over. These four candidates and others who hold similar views still need to win.
Daunting fiscal challenges are also likely to require new governors to “cut and invest” — by both balancing budgets and pursuing voter referendums that enable state investments in the next wave of economic growth.
That is tricky but doable. Ohio voters, for example, approved a $700 million bond issue this year, to extend the state’s Third Frontier venture-capital financing program.
However, state and metropolitan actions alone are not enough to rebalance America’s economy. Plans to boost exports will require Washington to get smart on trade and currency. Progress on carbon and energy will be essential to catalyzing markets in clean and green technology.
Yet U.S. history has demonstrated that the state and metropolitan innovations of today have a tendency to become federal policies of tomorrow.
During the late 1920s, New York Gov. Franklin D. Roosevelt experimented with interventions that foreshadowed the New Deal.
Throughout the 1950s, public university systems, established by states like California and North Carolina, set the stage for the federal technology investments of the 1960s and 1970s.
And during the 1980s, a bipartisan network of governors experimented with welfare and health care reforms, paving the way for federal advances in the next decade.
The next few years could see the similar effects of bottom-up innovation. If Washington’s polarization can be mitigated, and ultimately replaced, with the pragmatism of state capitols, city halls and their business and nonprofit allies, the United States may emerge from this recession stronger than ever.
The payoff will be greater economic vitality and sustainability — and more and better jobs.


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There is an old business quote that goes like this, “Nothing happens until somebody sells something.” However, when it comes to inventory management, that could be changed to; “Nothing sells until somebody counts products.” Whether it is ice cream cones in the storeroom at a shop or a huge warehouse full of goods, efficient inventory management is key to success for retailers across the globe
However, if not managed properly, the mess can often lead to unsatisfied customers, lost sales, overstocking, and many other things. In fact, reliable reports cite that each year global retailers are losing trillions of dollars in revenue due to either out-of-the-stock or overstocking scenarios
These circumstances call for a flexible solution focused on streamlining inventory-related challenges and that’s where inventory management software comes into the picture! Inventory management solutions are empowering organizations across the globe to have a clear view of existing stocks, enabling them to handle things like inventory allocation, excess inventory, and other stock-related processes
With so many benefits of inventory management systems, let’s discuss the top five key reasons why updating your inventory management systems is worth your time and money
It can be frustrating for the customers to walk into a store or add their favorite product to an online shopping cart only to find out the item is out of stock. This may look like a minor inconvenience, but stockouts could significantly hamper the brand’s image and future sales. Inventory management software provides companies with a clear view of reporting. This leads to better fulfillment of orders, less under or over shipping and selling, enabling companies to sell the customer what they want
Inventory management software provides companies with a real-time view of stock levels. This allows retailers to efficiently monitor inventory levels and take an appropriate course of action when levels fall below threshold limits. Being able to detect problems in early phases helps companies in limiting losses from detection issues
Inventory management software not only plays a pivotal role in reducing cost but also improves cash flow in numerous ways. Having a detailed knowledge of inventory levels allows businesses to predict products that are not selling and will remain leftover for sale. This offers new opportunities for companies to plan their sales calendars and remove unnecessary products. These call-outs for less performing products enable companies to make smarter business decisions and improved cash flow
Cutting-edge inventory management software allows companies to entirely automate their inventory management landscape. As these solutions make it easier for customers to keep track of stocks in their hands and stocks in use, companies can mold their sales strategies accordingly. The software allows businesses to see a comprehensive breakdown of their margins and price their products competitively, which in turn increases ROI and profit-margin for the company. Additionally, in-stock product identification and buyer product preferences lead to better-catered offers which increases sales opportunities that otherwise wouldn’t have occurred
Pen-paper based methods can significantly affect the productivity of employees. Some of the cutting-edge inventory management software like Axonator provides users with numerous features like barcode scanners, geo-tagging capabilities, image integration, and report generation that can drastically improve the employees’ efficiency. Such software helps companies to reduce manual processes so that staff members can focus on more important areas of the business
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What is live cell imaging?
Live cell imaging is the study of cellular structure and function in living cells via microscopy. It enables the visualization and quantitation of dynamic cellular processes in real time. The ability to study cellular and subcellular structure, function, and organization in living systems aids in the development of assays that are more biologically relevant and that can better predict the human response to new drug candidates. Live cell imaging encompasses a broad range of topics and biological applications—whether it is performing long-term kinetic assays or fluorescently labeling live cells.
Benefits of live cell imaging
Live cell imaging is a fundamental research tool in cell biology labs and in a wide variety of industries, and it has led to the discovery of drug targets and candidates as well as the molecular mechanisms involved in diseases. Critical for these researchers, is the ability to develop assays that can best mimic the in vivo nature of cells. Benefits of imaging live cells include:
- Monitoring live cells over time provides more than a snapshot of what is occurring in the cells while allowing for the visualization of transient events that may be missed in end-point assays and revealing optimal time-points for end-point assays.
- Tight regulation of environmental conditions ensures that the cellular structures and processes being studied are in their native physiological state
- Imaging live cells in their natural state minimizes artifacts that can arise from other imaging techniques, such as cell fixation and immunostaining.
- The localization and transport of cellular biomolecules along with the progression of multiple pathways can be investigated simultaneously in real-time.
- Acquiring images laterally, axially, and temporally enables the generation of 4D images and data
- Live cell imaging of molecular dynamics generates qualitative and quantitative data that can’t be gained from other biochemical methods.
Cellular imaging and analysis workflow
Protocols for culturing, plating, and maintaining live cells will vary between different cell models however, the steps below outlines a generalized workflow for live cell imaging assays.
Plate cells into labware of choice (chamber slides, dishes, microplates)
Treat cells – Perform cell treatments with desired compounds, RNAi, etc. if part of the assay workflow.
Stain for markers – If required, label cells with the desired fluorophores (fluorescent dyes, fluorescent protein – peptide fusions, etc.
Environmental controls – If the acquisition will take a long time or if the assay is a live cell time-lapse experiment (continuous or discontinuous), then enable full environmental control including gas, temperature, and humidity.
Acquire cell image – Place the plate into the automated imaging system and start acquiring your live cell images
Analyze cell image – Use cellular imaging analysis software to run quantitative analysis of live cell images
Live cell imaging system
Sophisticated live cell imaging instruments provide the ability to regulate environmental conditions to maintain the health and viability of cells while monitoring molecular and cellular dynamics from the single cell to organismal level. From the study of fast-kinetic events to running long-term, time-lapse assays, automated live cell imaging provides the direct observation of dynamic biological processes and the ability to generate a wealth of cellular information
- Label-free, brightfield imaging to multi-color fluorescence imaging capabilities provide the flexibility necessary for the multitude of live cell imaging applications
- High-acquisition speeds allow for the examination of fast-kinetic events, such as calcium oscillation in cardiomyocytes.
- Robust focusing capabilities of automated live cell imaging instruments ensure the maintenance of optimum focus through the entirety of the acquisition, which is crucial for generating accurate live cell imaging data.
Applications and assays
Advancements in automated microscopes with integrated environmental control chambers as well as in fluorescent protein and synthetic fluorophore technology have expanded the capabilities of researchers investigating biological processes in living cells.
我们的高内涵成像和分析系统有灵活的可扩展性，可轻松随着您研究的推进改进您的系统。They feature options and modules to address your specific research needs including objectives, filters, imaging modes, and environmental control. Here we have a collection of applications and assays that utilize these key features for your live cell imaging research:
Live Cell Imaging and Analysis Workflow
The described live cell imaging workflow is a generalized example of a continuous long-term time-lapse live cell assay. This workflow breaks down the steps from cell plating to image analysis and highlights the materials and instrumentation necessary to run a live cell assay including an automated high-content imaging system and cellular imaging and analysis software.
Plate adherent or suspension cells into the labware of choice including culture dishes, chamber slides, and microplates. Incubate the cells at normal culture conditions (i.e. 37°C, 5% CO2). For adherent cells, incubating the plated cells overnight will allow ample time for cell attachment and growth.
96 或 384 孔板
Most cell cultures for high-content, high-throughput screening are run using 96- or 384-well microplates.
If necessary for the protocol, treat the cells with compounds of interest.
Compounds can be added to cells for minutes up to several days depending on the mechanism of action of the compounds and the biological re-sponse being investigated. For example, apoptosis or receptor internalization assays generally require shorter incubation periods while multiparametric cytotoxicity assays require longer periods. Longer compound treatments may require the replacement of compounds during incubation
Live cells can be stained with a variety of fluorophores or transfected/transduced with constructs containing fluorescent protein – peptide fusions. Manufacturer instructions should be followed when staining. Stain-ing isn’t necessary for all live cell applications and label free imaging and analysis allows for the tracking and monitoring of cells in brightfield only.
简单易用、可靠的检测试剂盒，适用于生命科学研究、药物的探索与发现以及生物学测定。我们的检测试剂盒已经过优化，可用于我们的仪器。Screen more compounds earlier in drug discovery and enable characterization of a full concentra-tion-response profile of test compounds.商店分析试剂盒
ImageXpress High-content Imaging Portfolio
我们的高内涵成像和分析系统有灵活的可扩展性，可轻松随着您研究的推进改进您的系统。They feature options and modules to address your specific research including objectives, filters, imaging modes, and envi-ronmental conditions.View product comparison table
CONFIGURE ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SETTINGS
After the addition of stains and compounds, place the plate into the appropriate imaging instrument integrated with environmental control capabilities such asl gases (CO2, O2), temperature, and humidity.
For long-term time-lapse assays it is essential to maintain a natural physiological environment to ensure the health of living cells and to prevent focus drift throughout the time-lapse acquisition.
ACQUIRE LIVE CELL IMAGE
For continuous time-lapse acquisitions, configure the total length of time for the time series and the imaging intervals, i.e. image every hour for 24 hours.
Discontinuous time-lapse acquisitions can be per-formed, where the plate is taken to and from the incubator and imaged at different time points.
ImageXpress® Pico 个人型高内涵成像分析系统不仅仅是一台数字显微镜，还结合了高分辨率成像及强大的分析功能。Whether running fluorescence imaging or brightfield assays, the automated imager features comprehensive preconfigured protocols for cell-based assays to shorten the learning curve, so you can start running experiments quickly.查看产品
Cellular Imaging Acquisition and Analysis Software
The CellReporterXpress Automated Image Acquisition and Analysis Software works with the ImageXpress® Pico systems. It has a clean, easy-to-learn interface for performing quantitative analysis on images acquired from automated microscopy. 该软件可实现在更高通量下对图像进行分布式分析，非常适用于对玻片或微孔板进行缩放式显微成像。查看产品
ANALYZE LIVE CELL IMAGE
Analyze the images with cellular imaging analysis software to generate multiparametric readouts for the biological responses that are being studied. Kinetic data can be generated and reviewed for time-lapse acquisitions.
Resources for Live Cell Imaging
在开发过程的早期，了解药物对心脏系统的影响对提高上市药物的安全性非常重要。Cardiotoxicity is believed to be one of…
使用 iPSC 源性心肌细胞，开发功能和形态读出，以检测多参数模型中不同化合物的效果
大多数体外细胞培养工作是在二维 (2D) 模式下进行的，这样细胞可以在平面上生长。However, culturing cells in 2D to screen drugs provides a limited picture of what…
Measuring mitochondrial shape and distribution using the ImageXpress Micro High-Content Imaging System
为了更好地模拟体内微环境并针对化合物功效和毒性提供更多的可预测性，细胞模型变得愈加复杂。There is an increasing interest…
High-content assay for morphological characterization of 3D neuronal networks in a microfluidic platform
建立生理相关的体外模型对于进一步了解神经疾病的机制和靶向药物开发至关重要。而 iPSC 源性…
使用半固体培养基（软琼脂或 Matrigel）中的细胞培养物进行的细胞转化/致瘤性检测已经在癌症研究中得到很好地运用 1,2,5。该检测需要…
Molecular Devices 的 ImageXpress® Micro Confocal/XLS 宽场高内涵成像系统包括可选移液系统和环境控制模块，可实现单通道…
Autophagy is an intracellular catabolic process that sequesters and degrades proteins and organelles that have either been recognized as faulty or are simply no longer needed by the cell.…

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Hamilton welcomes stewards decision
|By Jonathan Noble||Friday, October 5th 2007, 13:24 GMT|
Lewis Hamilton has vowed to get his focus back on winning the world championship after welcoming the FIA's decision not to punish him over his driving behind the safety car at the Japanese Grand Prix.
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An Electronicstalk guide
Start with the news release Mindtree launches Contract Pricing Framework from Mindtree Consulting, which we summarised at the time by saying "Mindtree has announced the launch of its Contract Pricing Framework using IBM Websphere Commerce. ". Several months prior to that, we featured the news release Signal analyser for design/operations applications from Tektronix: "Tektronix is offering the RSA5000 Series Signal Analyzer for design and operations applications, including spectrum management, radar, electronic warfare, radio communications and EMI/EMC. ".
In December 2010, we covered the news from Aaeon - take a look at HMI touch panel suitable for factory automation which says: "Aaeon's AHP-1081 is a slim and compact HMI touch panel that is suitable for factory automation, home automation, POS and HMI applications. ".
Take a look also at the news release from Pulse, Pulse unveils NFC stamp antenna for mobile phones, as well as Touch-panel computers suit infotainment systems from Axiomtek, and Congatec module enables mobile applications from Congatec.
Tablet PC ideal for data collection applications (July 2010)
Nexcom has launched the MRC 2300, an economical and durable 8in tablet PC designed for mobile computing applications within industrial, field service, medical, logistics and point-of-sale markets.
KSW Thinlam used in contactless US ID card (June 2010)
KSW Microtec is supplying secure ID solutions provider Lasercard with custom-designed KSW Thinlams for the contactless US Permanent Resident Card (Green Card).
Tag4M sensor tag can be run from solar power (June 2010)
An application of the Cores Electronic Tag4M sensor tag from Adept Scientific has illustrated two new uses for the device, which delivers data directly to a targeted website through a wireless router.
Tool ports components into automotive systems (May 2010)
Using Harting's Fast Track Switching, a user can port an Ethernet-based system into the automation world with the full use of all of the degrees of freedom that standard Ethernet has to offer.
Asix controller provides Ethernet connectivity (March 2010)
Asix Electronics has released the AX88796C, an SPI or non-PCI Ethernet controller with low-power, low pin count and variable voltage I/O for Embedded and Industrial Ethernet applications.
Adept adds Tag4M Wi-Fi sensor tag to product range (March 2010)
Adept Scientific has added the Tag4M Wi-Fi sensor tag from Cores Electronic to its data acquisition product range.
Nexcom's fanless computer is PoE enabled (February 2010)
Nexcom has launched a fanless industrial computer system that is targeted at PoE and/or mobile DVR applications.
Peregrine switch is designed on Ultra CMOS (February 2010)
Peregrine Semiconductor has announced the PE42440 SP4T (single pole four throw) RF switch.
- Analogue device fronts up RFID reader designs
The EM4094 is an analogue front-end integrated circuit for 13.56MHz RFID readers.
RFID hits the slopes
EM Microelectronic, Skidata and EC-Passage have codeveloped an RFID transponder chip that greatly facilitates the handling and identification of rented skis or snowboards at ski resorts.
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The little guy won a large victory, and now the big money will soon follow.
Dr. Jerome Canady appreciates the David-versus-Goliath analogy being applied to his company, Canady Technology, especially in light of a recent arbitration ruling that gave him the right to sell his inventions—argon plasma powered “dual mode” endoscopic tools. He took on one of the industry leaders, ConMed, and prevailed.
“It was a bitter, 18-month fight. Who would think a group of folks from McKeesport could fight these guys?” Canady said. “As this went along, people from McKeesport invested in us. Those people kept us alive as were fighting.”
One might call Canady, a Philadelphia native who trained as a transplant surgeon in western Pennsylvania, a “reborn” McKeesport native, so to speak. His affection for the struggling old mill town is obvious whenever he speaks of the people there who have believed in him and encouraged him. Their financial contributions are one of many parts of the equation that led to the company’s recent success, Canady noted.
The Canady Technology founder first copyrighted his device in 1991. During his residency at UPMC McKeesport Hospital in 1991, Canady developed the flexible “Canady catheter.” The tool is used in electrosurgery and directs a beam of energy, created with electrical current and argon gas to cauterize blood vessels or ulcers or to remove polyps or tumors.
Canady sold the right to refine and market the device to ConMed for $500,000 and $500,000 in ConMed stock. But ConMed did nothing with the technology, dropping it “into a corporate limbo,” instead of refining and selling the invention, according to the panel of arbitrators that ruled on the matter. Canady had terminated his contract with ConMed, which led to the legal dispute.
McKeesport-based Canady Technology employs 10 people locally and five at an office in Hampton, Va. The company occupies 3,200 square feet of office space in the McKeesport RIDC Park, in the so-called Brick Shed, where bricks for steel mill furnaces were stored. The company plans to build a manufacturing facility in McKeesport in the future, and the planned facility is expected to employ about 300 workers.
The Canady tools at issue in the recently settled arbitration are argon plasma coagulators that are used mainly to stop bleeding, or to remove tumors or polyps. Canady Technology is the first and only minority-owned biomedical device company in the nation, and its founder says it is poised for fast growth in the $100 million U.S. plasma market. Since it was founded, the company has grown from providing one product to providing 25 products. The recent arbitration ruling by the American Arbitration Association will allow Canady Technology to expand with 10 new products, Canady said.
The ruling also will encourage prominent investors to fund the company. Two such investors—brothers Anthony and J.D. Pritzker, Hyatt Hotel heirs—already are on board with the startup, Canady said. “They are partners in the company and will change the whole future of the company,” he said.


Consisting of travel news, features, and how-to guides, Expedia Radio will air in five major markets and over the Internet via Broadcast.com. The Expedia Web site will contain an archive of the hour-long weekly episodes.
The idea of a Web company providing offline content is not new: Yahoo has Yahoo Internet Life magazine and MSNBC launched both a Web site and a cable television show. But Expedia is among the first e-commerce sites to attempt the feat.
The move, intended to help build consumer awareness of Expedia, comes at a time when studies are indicating that online consumers are oblivious to many Internet brands. Faced with building brand recognition, other e-commerce sites may soon follow Expedia's lead, said Barry Parr, analyst for International Data Corporation.
"If you can do it and get your name out there, it's an interesting idea," Parr said.
Suzi Levine, product manager at Expedia, said the radio program will not replace traditional marketing for Expedia. However, she did say that the program will be used to establish and extend the Expedia brand.
"It's a way that people will associate Expedia with really rich travel information and actionable travel content," Levine said.
Expedia will initially broadcast the program in Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Seattle. Levine said Expedia had already worked out agreements to broadcast the show in a number of smaller markets, such as Boise, Idaho, and Eugene, Oregon.


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A wondrous celebration of dance, Terence Young's BLACK TIGHTS is a collection of four lavish musicals staged by Roland Petit's Ballet de Paris and filmed in vibrant Technicolor. With introductions by Maurice Chevalier (GIGI), BLACK TIGHTS is favored by the sly wit and artistic innovation of the European musical stage, enlivened by the talents of the legendary Cyd Charisse (SINGIN' IN THE RAIN) and Moira Shearer (THE RED SHOES).
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A WOMAN who drove a vehicle without a full licence while under the influence of alcohol in Welshpool has been banned from driving for 24 months.
Danielle Georgina Harvey-Newns, of Bentley Lane, Walsall, pleaded guilty to the charges at Welshpool Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.
Helen Tench, prosecuting said: “The manager at Morrisons was made aware of a female slumped in the driver’s seat of a vehicle in the car park.”
Ms Tench said that when approached, Harvey-Newns had put the vehicle in reverse and revved the engine without moving.
She then drove forward into a sign and reversed around the car park.
Ms Tench told the court that Harvey-Newns had tried to exit the car park but it was blocked by an ambulance.
The attending police officers took a roadside breath test, recording 95 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath, the limit is 35.
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Mr Jones added she has held a provisional licence for the past five years.
Along with disqualifying her from driving, magistrates gave Harvey-Newns a 12 month community order along with 60 hours of unpaid work and 10 days of rehabilitation activity.
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As we acknowledge the passage of Hyde 38 years ago this month, it is important to look at how the amendment helped to usher in a wave of anti-choice legislation that has the most detrimental impacts on poor communities of color—especially in states like Mississippi.
Thousands of low-income Tennessee residents are without access to health care because the state’s $35.7 million computer system is unable to process the backlog of applicants.
In order to guide our activist priorities, we must envision what our long-term goal of a world without abortion stigma would ultimately look like.
“We’re working to give women the opportunity to have the birth they want or the abortion they need,” said Katharine Morrison, who has owned Buffalo Womenservices since 2005.
Sen. Patty Murray has introduced a bill that would both educate the public about emergency contraception and make it available to more rape survivors who go to the emergency room.
New data released by the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey shows that among the eleven major metropolitan areas with uninsured rates higher than the national average, seven of them are in states that have not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act.
Rep. Jackie Speier (D-CA) sent letters to the CEOs of CVS Health and Walgreens this month calling for them to correct a coding error that led to the illegal charges, and to provide remedies to women who had been unjustly charged.
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Bruce Abshire is a seasoned educator in the field of biology, with a particular passion for betta fish. His knack for breaking down intricate scientific concepts into easily understandable content makes his articles a favorite among the readers of Betta Fisher.
Understanding the natural habitat of betta fish is crucial in providing them the best care in captivity. These vibrant creatures are native to the warm, freshwater environments of Southeast Asia, where they thrive in rice paddies, marshes, and slow-moving streams. This environment is vastly different from a betta fish in a glass bowl, which is often the setting we provide them in our homes. To better understand this, you can read our comprehensive guide on owning a betta fish.
Imagine living in a vast forest with fresh air and space to roam, then being moved to a small room with limited air circulation. That's similar to what a betta experiences when placed in a bowl. They are adaptable and can survive in a bowl, but is survival the same as thriving? This brings us to the question, can a betta live in a bowl?
In the following sections, we'll delve into the challenges of betta fish bowl care, the implications of leaving betta fish unattended, and how to create an environment that does more than just keep your betta alive, but helps them flourish. To get started, you can check out our step-by-step guide on setting up your betta fish tank and our article on betta fish aquascaping. Stay tuned!
Is a Fish Bowl a Betta's Best Bet? 🐠
So, can a betta fish survive in a bowl? Technically, yes, but it's far from ideal. Imagine living in a small room with no ventilation - not very comfortable, is it? That's how your betta might feel in a bowl. With no filter, harmful toxins from fish waste can build up, leading to poor water quality. This can significantly shorten your betta fish's lifespan in a bowl.
Moreover, bettas are active swimmers and need space to thrive. A small bowl can limit their movement, affecting their behavior and overall well-being. Additionally, maintaining stable water conditions in a bowl can be quite challenging. Betta fish are tropical creatures that require a consistent water temperature. Without a heater, the water in a glass bowl can fluctuate, causing stress to your betta.
Remember, just because bettas can survive in a bowl, doesn't mean they should. Your betta fish bowl care should prioritize creating an environment that mimics their natural habitat as closely as possible. After all, wouldn't you want your aquatic friend to not just survive, but thrive?
Can I Leave My Betta Buddy Alone? 🏠
Now, let's talk about leaving your betta fish unattended. It's important to remember that bettas are not just decorative items. They are living creatures that need regular care and attention. Can you imagine going a week without eating or living in a dirty environment? That's what it's like for a betta fish when it's left unattended. In fact, you might be wondering, 'How long can a Betta fish go without food?'
Feeding your betta fish regularly is crucial. They need a balanced diet to maintain their vibrant colors and active behavior. Leaving them without food for extended periods can lead to health problems and even shorten their lifespan.
Similarly, water changes are a must. betta fish in a glass bowl without a filter are especially vulnerable to poor water conditions. Without regular water changes, harmful chemicals can build up, causing stress and illness. Regular health checks are also important to catch any potential issues early. If you're wondering whether your betta fish needs a filter, you can check out our article on whether betta fish need a filter.
So, while betta fish are hardy creatures, they can't be left completely unattended. They need your care and attention to thrive. Remember, a happy betta is a beautiful betta!
Creating a Betta Paradise: Ideal Conditions 🌴
Let's dive into the world of betta fish and their ideal conditions. Betta fish are tropical freshwater species, originally found in the warm waters of Thailand's rice paddies. This natural habitat is quite different from a simple fish bowl, wouldn't you agree?
Keeping a betta in a bowl is often seen as convenient, but it significantly limits their quality of life. The small space, lack of filtration, and difficulty in maintaining stable water conditions in a bowl can stress your betta, affecting their lifespan and behavior. Betta fish in glass bowls are more prone to diseases due to poor water quality. So, can a betta fish survive in a bowl? Yes, but it's not the best option for them.
Leaving betta fish unattended is another common issue. Betta fish require regular feedings, water changes, and health checks. If left unattended for extended periods, they may suffer from malnutrition, poor water conditions, or unnoticed health issues. So, while a betta fish can survive short periods of neglect, it's not advisable to leave them unattended for long.
Now that we understand the limitations of a fish bowl and the risks of leaving betta fish unattended, let's explore how to create an optimal environment for them to thrive in.
To help you visualize what an ideal Betta fish habitat looks like and understand the care routine they require, let's watch this informative video by Prime Time Aquatics:
The video provides a clear understanding of the ideal conditions for a Betta fish to thrive. Remember, while Betta fish can survive in less than ideal conditions, it's our responsibility as pet owners to provide the best care possible. Let's conclude our discussion in the next section.
Betta Care Recap: Ensuring a Happy, Healthy Betta 🌟
As we've explored, the world of betta fish is a vibrant and fascinating one, but it also requires a level of care and attention that goes beyond simply placing them in a glass bowl and hoping for the best. The limitations of a fish bowl - lack of filtration, small space, and unstable water conditions - can significantly impact a betta's lifespan and behavior. To ensure optimal care for your betta fish, understanding the essentials for setting up a betta fish tank is crucial. Learn more about the essentials for setting up a betta fish tank here.
Leaving your betta fish unattended for extended periods is another risk. Regular feedings, water changes, and health checks are crucial for their well-being. Remember, these are not mere decorations, but living creatures that rely on us for their survival. To understand more about their dietary needs and feeding schedules, you can check out our comprehensive guide on feeding your betta fish.
So, can a betta fish survive in a bowl? Yes, but it's far from ideal. Can they be left unattended? Only for a short while. The optimal conditions for betta fish involve a larger tank with appropriate filtration, temperature control, and a stimulating environment. To create a stimulating environment, choosing the right plants for your betta fish tank plays a vital role. Explore our comprehensive guide on choosing the perfect plants for your Betta fish tank.
As betta fish enthusiasts, let's strive to provide the best possible care for these beautiful creatures. After all, a happy, healthy betta fish is a sight to behold! Are you ready to take the next step in your betta fish care journey?

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Walmart is being sued by beer lovers who claim a craft brew being marketed by the retail giant is really bunk.
The Trouble Brewing brand beer is actually mass-produced by Rochester's Genesee Brewing and meets none of the criteria set forth for craft beer by the Brewers Association, according to a class-action lawsuit filed in Ohio.
The suit says the beer being small batch craft beer is "wholesale fiction" meant to deceive customers and inflate prices.
The beer is sold in over 3,000 stores across 45 states, according to the complaint.
The suit goes on to point to the Brewers Association definition of a craft brewer as "small, independent, and traditional," and a business that produces less than six million barrels of beer annually; is less than 25% owned or controlled by a non-craft brewer; and that makes beer using only traditional or innovative brewing ingredients.
"Defendant stocks its craft beer next to other 'craft beers' for sale in its stores, rather than with other mass produced beers, such as Budweiser, Miller or Coors products," the lawsuit states. "Again, by placing the craft beer on its shelves with other 'craft beers,' defendant is further perpetuating the myth that it's a craft beer."


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He made his YouTube debut in 2014 with the FIFA video, "FIFA 14 TOTS Hybrid Squad Builder Ft.5 TOTS Players+More (400k)."
His "FOOTBALL TIC TAC TOE Vs @DannyAarons" video went viral with more than 450,000 views. Outside of traditional video content, he also publishes shorts. One of his most popular shorts has been viewed more than 1 million times.
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We need to understand that it is God's purpose, because He is love, to do everything in His power to cover sin. He does not want people to be exposed. He will do whatever He can to keep us from being embarrassed, but if we refuse to repent, then He will follow through with this principle. Because He loves us so much, He will embarrass us to tears to get us to repent.
He will hold us up to shame and scorn, as He did to His beloved David, who would not repent after committing adultery with Bathsheba. Eventually, God had to send a prophet to bring him to repentance, warning David that, athough what he did was done in secret, but what will happen as a result will be done in public.
What we do means a lot—because there is a God who loves us! He does not want to see us as victims of our own sins. He also does not want to see innocent people victimized even by things that we do privately, in secret. There is no such thing as "the perfect crime." The effect of what we do is going to show—unless a variable occurs to forestall it, we repent, and God is willing to cover it.
However, all the while, that sin is like an active, living organism which affects other organisms (usually, other human beings). We need to ask ourselves: "Why are we so insensitive and so indifferent to the things we do?" It is, of course, our self-centeredness.
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Hypocrite originally had a neutral sense, “someone who answers,” and hypocrisy meant “answering.” Initially, these words were used of the normal flow of question and answer in conversation or discussion. They later became connected with question-and-answer sections in plays, naturally followed by the idea of acting a part. Eventually, “hypocrite” came to describe one who is never genuine but always play-acting. The basis of hypocrisy is insincerity.
Hypocrites inhabit every walk of life, trying to impress others in an attempt to hide who they really are. In the Christian life, a hypocrite is someone who tries to appear more spiritual than he really is. Such a person knows that he is pretending and hopes he will not be found out. His Christianity is a shallow charade.
As the crowds following Him grew, Jesus decided to warn His disciples of this spiritual pitfall. They could easily surrender to human nature, giving in to the temptation either to gain popularity by pleasing the crowds or to avoid trouble by pleasing the Pharisees. Human nature drives us to want people to like and admire us, and it seems so easy to “act the part” that others want to see.
Jesus compares hypocrisy to leaven, symbolizing sin (I Corinthians 5:6-8; Galatians 5:9). Like leaven, hypocrisy begins small but grows quickly and quietly, infecting the whole person and eventually the whole society. When a person is puffed up with pride, hypocrisy flourishes and character deteriorates (I Corinthians 4:6, 18-19; 5:2). Like all sin, it must be stopped before the underlying pride has an opportunity to spread (James 1:14-15). The longer he waits to deal with it, the worse it gets. Nothing can really be hidden (Mark 4:22), which makes hypocrisy foolish and futile. So why keep pretending?
Jesus was perhaps concerned that His disciples might be tempted to compromise the truth to avoid offending the crowds or the Pharisees (see Luke 8:16-18; 11:33). Many who profess to be God's ministers do something like this to remain in their pulpits. God's truth is like light, not leaven, and it must not be hidden.
Jesus mentions “fear” five times in these verses, teaching that a basic cause of hypocrisy is the fear of men. People will do almost anything to avoid embarrassment or harm. When we are afraid of what others may say or do to us, we try to impress them to gain their approval, and our human nature will stoop to deception to accomplish its purposes. Sadly, many of the Pharisees were more concerned about reputation than character—what people thought about them than what God knew about them. The fear of men always brings a snare (Proverbs 29:25), and Jesus wants His disciples to avoid it and be stable in their faith. As Scottish novelist and poet, Sir Walter Scott, wrote, “Oh, what a tangled web we weave when first we practise to deceive.”
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Beware of Hypocrisy

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