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Lab sustainability initiatives are here to stay
Samantha Black, PhD, Head of Content, Elemental Machines
Did you know that labs consume five to ten times as much energy as standard office space? That’s equivalent to the same energy usage as 360,000 urban homes*. What’s more, the pandemic has thrust science into the spotlight, and as a result, the life science research sector is booming. This means the demand for lab space has vastly increased, with over 31 million square feet of life-sciences space under development in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to the Wall Street Journal. The cumulative impact has made the already valuable benchtop space even more pricey.
Biotech and pharmaceutical companies absorb these high costs as part of the price of doing science. Yet, the ownership of these high expenditures is often assumed by laboratory operations (LabOps) managers, lab directors, and/or facilities managers. These individuals bear the burden of overseeing the high energy-consumptive equipment and buildings.
Additionally, the pharmaceutical industry is severely lagging behind other industries in Net Zero Initiatives to become carbon neutral by 2030. With the deadline quickly approaching, the organizational execution of sustainability mandates will likely fall on the shoulders of LabOps and facilities managers.
The pressure to maintain these pieces of equipment efficiently, while also managing the expectations of scientists who are under constant strict deadlines can be quite a challenging task. When schedules dictate that equipment must be operational nearly 24/7, any efficiency/sustainability aspirations seem dire. But a few vendors have emerged to help lab managers’ jobs easier by helping them to work smarter, and not harder.
With a little help from insight software, lab managers/directors and facilities managers can pivot from a firefighting mentality to tackling sustainable energy initiatives with a proactive strategic approach. Imagine if an app could tell you that a piece of equipment such as a freezer or incubator, maintained around the clock, is being underutilized. This insight could be used by LabOps teams to decide to decommission and eliminate an asset from the lab completely. The Element U from Elemental Machines can provide real-time data on the on/off/idle status of equipment in any lab. Each instrument removed can result in huge energy savings in the lab.
In another scenario, software insights gleaned from equipment monitoring solutions can help LabOps managers optimize equipment usage so that the assets run at peak performance, avoiding excessive energy consumption caused by equipment working overtime. For instance, Elemental Machines’ usage app can provide lab managers with the number of door open events on each freezer in their lab. If one freezer is opened 50 times a day and the other only three times, the lab manager may re-evaluate how samples are stored and if efficiencies can be gained by eliminating unneeded samples or by using high-density storage boxes (i.e.13×13 dividers or smaller tubes).
Lastly, an easy way to improve energy efficiency in any lab is through schedule management. The Elemental Machines’ calendar app can help LabOps managers easily track when equipment is booked and used. Avoiding scheduling conflicts can keep teams on track and prevent scientists/lab technicians (ad equipment) from working overtime.
These seemingly small changes in the lab, can transform lab operations and help organizations achieve their sustainability and energy reduction goals. If you are interested in learning more about green initiatives in the lab and practices that can help LabOps team achieve their goals, please visit us at www.elementalmachines.com.
Written by Samantha Black, PhD, Head of Content, Elemental Machines
The discussion surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak is just one example of mass-spread misinformation. Microbiologist Dr Elisa Granato woke up to the news of her death plastered all over social media in April 2020. The internet claimed that she had died following the administration of a COVID-19 vaccine under clinical trial, in which she was one of the first UK volunteers. Dr Granato tweeted that morning that she was, in fact, ‘doing fine’ and requested that people do not share the article in an attempt to avoid giving it attention (a request that was very much ignored, even within the thread of her tweet). This is just a glimpse into the misinformation and conspiracy theories circulated during the pandemic.
The mass of false information online relating to COVID-19 has been called the ‘Infodemic’. This is defined as an oversupply of information – including false or misleading information – that spreads alongside a disease outbreak. The infodemic was recognised as a major challenge in the COVID-19 pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO).
The infodemic has been a global challenge, and the spread of misinformation amongst those in the UK led to vaccine hesitancy (and protest), a lack of public cooperation with contact-tracing efforts, and non-compliance with public health measures. Unproven cures and opinions marketed as absolute truth also combated the pandemic response. The consequences of misinformation have been widespread and severe, and this is just one example of the issue – there is plenty of misinformation and ‘fake news’ surrounding other important challenges such as climate change and space exploration too.
So how can we prevent the spread of scientific misinformation and the consequences? It must be a collective effort between governments, social media and digital platform corporations, and science and healthcare professionals. Policymakers can initiate effective measures to tackle the challenge, social media firms can implement more effective reporting processes (which is already happening somewhat) or inform users when incorrect posts have become common and widely read.
But what can scientists working in laboratories do to help?
Firstly, it is crucial to understand why communities have questions or concerns, and it is essential to learn what they are. The information vacuum in a pandemic, or any other scientific crisis, is likely to be filled by misinformation. It is, therefore, crucial to listen to people, conduct research to identify their key concerns and provide accurate and measured responses.
Secondly, professionals must be trained in communication relating to issues in their respective fields. In the absence of training, they do not have sufficient skills to communicate messages clearly. Once trained, influential and reliable experts can actively engage in advising people in a way they understand.
Finally, it is essential to encourage and empower various communities to take action. It is not enough to wait for misinformation; individuals should be encouraged to proactively share information through trusted sources, promptly and transparently.
Just as the infodemic has been a challenge throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, false information will continue to be a challenge in future scientific crises. Tackling misinformation will be just as important as any other response, especially where collective action is crucial for safety, survival and progress.
If you would like the opportunity to discuss current challenges in the industry, don’t forget to register your interest in attending Lab Innovations, 2 & 3 November at NEC, Birmingham.


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Packed with protein, full of flavor, and all the good fat you need, there are few foods more balanced and nutritious than good old eggs. Think outside of the frying pan (and outside of the first meal of the day) and add eggs into your weekly meal plan.
If you’re watching your cholesterol, forgo the yolks. If not, eat ’em up because the yolks are packed with all of the good nutrition and health benefits of eggs.
If you’re stumped on how to make your meals more egg-cellent, try one of these six tasty treats.
On a Pizza: Pack your favorite homemade pizza with veggies and bake it until it’s just about cooked. Then, throw a fried egg (or two!) on top and bake an additional few minutes until the white is cooked and yolks are runny.
Baked and Beautiful: Crack two eggs into a personal–sized oven-safe ramekin. Top with your favorite diced veggies, a dash of milk, and salt and pepper.
Asian-Inspired Rice: Stir-fry diced carrots, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Beat two eggs and add into the hot pan. Add the egg and veggie combo into a bowl of cooked brown rice, toss, and finish with soy sauce and sesame seeds.
Salad Topper: Poach or fry and egg and add it on top of your favorite savory salad recipe for a boost of protein and flavor.
Good-for-You French Toast: Beat two eggs with a bit of cinnamon, sugar, and salt. Dip in two slices of whole wheat toast and place on a hot griddle. Flip ’em once and serve with a bowl of fresh fruit.
Protein-Packed Pasta: Toss a spiced scrambled egg into a bowl of freshly cooked whole wheat pasta for a smooth punch of flavor.
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What Skin Conditions Can Microchanneling With PRP Treat?
There is quite a buzz in the cosmetic world about microneedling with PRP. This popular, innovative facial treatment combines microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to promote the body's natural healing responses and give patients a firmer, more youthful appearance. If you are struggling with skin imperfections or sun damage, you may already be familiar with the benefits of microneedling. Also known as collagen induction therapy, this treatment prompts the body to heal itself by producing collagen, improving skin texture, and repairing damaged tissue. When paired with PRP therapy, patients can have truly radiant skin. So, what exactly can microneedling with PRP help?
Fort Worth, TX area patients seeking the benefits of this noninvasive skin care treatment can turn to board-certified physician Dr. Mukhtar Anees and his team at Med Spa at Seena One (Corrective Skin Care)in Burleson, TX. We are excited to offer this popular skin rejuvenation procedure, so contact our office today to schedule an in-person or online microneedling with PRP consultation.
What is microneedling?
Are your at-home skin care products not providing the right results? Have you been looking into different facial treatments to improve your complexion and give you more youthful-looking skin? Microchanneling, also known as collagen induction therapy, works by applying tiny needles (the width of each one is no wider than a human hair) to the skin's surface, creating invisible perforations. This is a skin rejuvenation treatment that encourages the body to produce more collagen and elastin naturally. Both are essential nutrients to keep our skin looking healthy. Dr. Anees utilizes the advanced Rejuvapen ™ and innovative ProCell™ microchanneling technology for his Fort Worth, TX patients. These state-of-the-art devices glide gently over the target area creating micro-sized holes in the skin's dermis layer. Once complete, a topical treatment, like PRP (platelet-rich plasma), can be applied.
What is PRP?
The liquid portion of the blood, called plasma, consists mostly of proteins and water. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is derived from a patient's own blood. The platelets contain growth factors or proteins, promoting cell growth and tissue repair, and increasing collagen and elastin production. If a patient chooses to do microneedling with PRP, a small amount of blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge. This separates the platelets from the blood sample to be used with the skin healing process associated with microneedling. The PRP serum will be gently placed on the skin and allowed to absorb fully. Once complete, one of our skin care specialists will clear away any excess PRP serum and cleanse your skin.
What can microneedling with PRP help?
There are minimal risks involved when adding microneedling (with or without PRP) into your skin rejuvenation regimen. It is an excellent option for all skin types, including darker skin tones prone to hyperpigmentation when treatments involving lasers are used. During a consultation at Med Spa At Seena One, your skin will be examined and evaluated to determine whether collagen induction treatments, like microneedling with PRP, are best suited to achieve your aesthetic needs. Some of the common skin concerns this popular cosmetic treatment can help are:
- Age spots
- Sun damage
- Minor acne scars or scarring caused by an injury
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Uneven skin tone
- Enlarged pores
By combining microneedling with PRP, these growth factors promote new skin cell turnover and give facial skin a firmer foundation. While it offers excellent results, you must be patient. It can take 3 – 6 weeks for the body to ramp up collagen production and induce cellular turnover to achieve new, healthy-looking skin. While most Fort Worth, TX patients love treatments that provide instant gratification, microneedling with PRP is worth the wait.
At Med Spa at Seena One (Corrective Skin Care)in Burleson, TX we are proud to offer microneedling treatments as one of the many outstanding aesthetic services we provide. To learn more about this popular cosmetic procedure, contact our office today to set up a consultation with board-certified physician Dr. Mukhtar Anees to discuss your aesthetic goals and start your journey to having the skin you always wanted.

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Of nearly 1,300 government organizations and almost 2,000 private companies working on counterterrorism, homeland security and intelligence programs in the U.S., 17 federal agencies and six of the companies are located in and around Seattle, the Washington Postreports today in a sweeping account of the secret America Built By Bush. The "alternative geography" created in response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks is so large, unwieldy and secretive that "no one knows how much money it costs, how many people it employs, how many programs exist within it or exactly how many agencies do the same work."
Among the Seattle area companies you've likely not heard of is Adapx, a three-year-old, publicly held corporation with 26 to 100 employees, according to an interactive map and search engines that are part of the Post's online version.
The tech firm, headquartered in downtown Seattle, promotes itself on its website as serving "a range of businesses and agencies [to] speed data collection and streamline operations with Capturx software." Capturx enables paper designs, maps, and forms to be filled out or marked up with digital pens.
The software is used for Department of Defense weapons and information-technology systems, though it's not easy to tell how. Written in typical WTF? tech and government jargon, a recent press release announced a new defense contract for a "decision-making support system that enables commanders to use simulation to predict outcomes of various scenarios based on the latest information, and then to make necessary adjustments.
The decision support system will include natural computer interfaces for war fighters, a common futures graph, and a synthetic battle-space engine that will understand inputs and employ reasoning to predict multiple potential outcomes on the battlefield. Adapx will contribute its expertise in natural multimodal interfaces, which will enable war fighters to interact directly with computer systems using voice, sketch, and handwriting.
Among other companies doing secret work are, of course, Boeing, the nation's number two defense contractor (behind Lockheed) and Microsoft, whose government contracts include work on info technology, tech intelligence and cyber operations - a.k.a. digital warfare, such as computer network attacks and traditional electronic warfare (jamming).
The Post calls it "fighting with electrons rather than explosives," a kinder, gentler war.

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Item description for The Angry Book by Theodore Isaac Rubin...
Overview The prominent psychiatrist discusses the physical and emotional consequences of suppressed anger and provides guidelines for developing a healthy outlook on life
Publishers Description Don't get even -- get mad, and get over it When your love life is boring, maybe you don't fight enough? When sex leaves a person cold, is frozen anger the problem? If you work too much, eat too much, drink too much, is it because you are afraid to get mad? Did you ever think of your anger as something constructive? When you lose your temper honestly, it can be good for you. In this perennially bestselling book, eminent psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Theodore Isaac Rubin shows how one of the most powerful human emotions can change your life. Suppressed or twisted anger can lead to anxiety, depression, insomnia, psychosomatic illness, alcoholism, frigidity, impotence, and downright misery. But understanding and releasing anger can lead to greater health, happiness, and emotional wholeness. Let Dr. Rubin show you how to be what you are: a human being.
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More About Theodore Isaac Rubin
Theodore Isaac Rubin, M.D., has served as president of the American Institute of Psychoanalysis and is the author of thirty books, including Compassion and Self-Hate, Lisa and David, Jordi, The Winner's Notebook, and Lisa and David Today. His books have been translated all over the world. He lives and practices psychiatry in New York City.
Reviews - What do customers think about The Angry Book?
Deals the Best with Anger Jan 26, 2008
this is an excellent guide for discovering and chipping away at that anger following the healing way of 'go the way of least resistance'..in Alcoholics Anonymous the philosophy tells us 'resentment is the #1 killer we can't afford' but anger isn't resentment..anger turned inward is depression..repressed anger explodes into killer resentment which hurts everybody..insane anger is but a symptom of underlying schtick which this book helps alleviate as does 'Compassion and Self Hate' which helps with all kinds of maladies..anger isn't a malady , though , but the most intimate of emotions usually laid on the ones i love the most..we hear only of 'anger management' as though anger is a sin..'curb your anger', 'control you anger'..the worst one can do is be 'out of control'..if we had more expressed anger, short of socking someone in the mouth, even out of control, inordinate, inappropriate anger we'd have less violence and war in the world..but we're taught to bury it 'alive' instead of 'dead' thus giving rise to all kinds of overt and covert expressions of extreme anger..this book helps me realize the need for letting the anger rise , be expressed in my own way as each does in their own way , and dissipate..a process going on for the rest of my life..having , and expressing anger , is as necessary as eating..to learn to live with anger, to learn not to take personal, to not be afraid of my anger or others' expression of anger is tricky business this book helps one get in contact with..instead of stressing pop 'anger management' , which often is nothing but 'anger repression' , this book helps open me up, make me vulnerable yet stronger so i can live individually and collectively with anger.
Dr. Rubin knows about anger Nov 11, 2006
This book is excellent, but not as good as Rubin's other book, Compassion and Self-Hate. The Self-Hate part of that book is about as good as it gets for insight into how we tend to sabotage ourselves because of anger that we keep to ourselves. However, this book has a lot of good ideas, is easy reading, and Rubin comes up with a few gems that you might not think of. He's very perceptive about how to use anger properly so that it doesn't destroy us or restrict our enjoyment of life. Rubin is a follower of Karen Horney, Freudian, but not extreme, and Horney was a genius when it comes to reading the subconscious. Overall, an excellent book from Dr. Rubin.
Not for Recovery: acting in anger, any anger, is deadly Jan 22, 2006
Despite it's being billed by some as a book for those in 12-Step recovery from addiction, this book is in opposition to a basic tenet of 12-Step practice. Anger is deadly. We must avoid anger at all times. While we may at times find ourselves in moments of anger, we must learn ways to have it immediately removed.
"If we were to live, we had to be free of anger. The grouch and the brainstorm were not for us. They may be the dubious luxury of normal men, but for alcoholics these things are poison." (Reprinted from Alcoholics Anonymous AKA The Big Book, page 66, with permission of A.A. World Services, Inc.)
In my limited experience, those who refrain from acting in anger are happiest and most productive.
Useful, possibly revelatory Mar 16, 2005
This book validated anger for me and made me realize how much I suppress it in order to be 'good'. The message of this book is there is nothing good about such suppression. As the author says, he could have titled it 'The Love Book', and in reading it you'll understand why. Warning: the edition I read ('74 or so) could have benefited big-time from a skilled editor. Maybe the latest is improved?
So what do I do about it Apr 16, 2004
My Mother gave me this book. Said it had changed her life and I have seen significant changes in her dealing with anger. However, after reading the book...I don't get it. Rubin points out a lot of ways that anger manifests itself. Many of which I was aware of, some not. Unfortunately he never tells you how to go about recognizing and expressing your anger and feeling okay with that. He only tells you that you are better off doing so. Luckily it was a quick read.

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Color is all around us. We cannot imagine a world without colors. Experts say that the colors that surround us on a daily basis have an impact on our body, soul and mind. So when you’re painting your home, you must be careful to choose the colors which enhance your emotional and mental health. Your choice of color speaks a lot about your personality and the state of your mind too. Color therapy is now a recognized science, so it makes sense that your home’s colors have to be such that they’re good for your psyche. Boost yours and your family’s health by choosing the right colors for different rooms in your home. Here is some information on the psychological effects of color on human behavior, which would help you paint your home in the best colors possible:
What are the psychological effects of color on human behavior?
What is color psychology ? It is the science behind color psychology is based on the emotional and mental responses that colors bring out in us. Sometimes, for no reason you feel irritated when you’re in some place, and some places have a soothing effect on you. Have you ever wondered why? Experts say that it could be because you are influenced by the colors in those places.
Studies have shown how some colors affect us. For example, looking at red increased the heart rate of the people included in the study. This led to adrenalin pumped into the blood streams of the people. Red falls into the category of ‘warm colors’ which can stimulate a range of emotions such as warmth, anger, comfort or hostility. ‘Cool colors’ on the other hand, give rise to ‘cooler’ feelings such as calmness.
Let’s read about some main colors and the psychological effects of color on human behavior, and the emotions associated with them. This would help you in choosing colors for your house with color psychology chart, and harness the powerful positive aspect of colors:
The positive qualities associated with blue are intelligence, trust, communication, duty, serenity, reflection and coolness. It’s a color associated to the mind, and is essentially a color with soothes. Softer shades of blue have a calming effect, and helps in concentration. It is the color, which enhances communication. So you can use this color in your workspace or study, where you need to concentrate. It is also the most popular color in the world.
But research on psychological effects of color on human behavior have found that too much of blue in a home can lead to sadness, however. Use blue with white or other light colors. Create a spa like ambience in your bathroom by painting it blue. Some color experts recommend blue for the bedroom too, as it relaxes and calms the mind.
Choosing colors for your house with color psychology chart indicates that yellow should be chosen for its warmth, prosperity, sympathy and wisdom. It promotes confidence, friendliness and creativity. Too much of the color is not advisable as it could over stimulate. Definitely not a color for kids’ rooms or any bedroom. Do not use this color for a person who has panic or anxiety attacks, or is going through an emotionally fragile period.
Violet is associated with spirituality, luxury, truth, authenticity, introversion and decadence. It encourages meditation and contemplation. Due to the psychological effects of color on human behavior, you should use violet in a way which enhances contemplation. It looks royal so perhaps it can be used as an accent wall in your living room.
Red is associated with passion, danger, strength and fire. It’s a stimulating color and also causes a physical reaction in the body. You can maybe use it as an accent wall in your living room, which you can tone down by hanging a painting on it or some other neutral colored decoration. It fills you with energy, but psychological effects of color on human behavior for the color red does not deem it suitable for the entire house.
Pink has been represented as the color of romance and love. While choosing colors for your house with color psychology chart, you can choose pink for the bedroom. It evokes warmth, love, romance, nurturing instinct and survival instinct. As it is a shade of red, pink also affects the body, rather than the mind. Too much of it can cause claustrophobia, inhibition and physical weakness.
The color green and its shades are supposed to be the best for a home. It can be used with other colors to create a beautiful atmosphere. It symbolizes good luck, hope and abundance. It’s great for the eyes, the psyche, and can be used in bedrooms, living room as well as offices. It represents universal love, harmony, restoration, rest, equilibrium and peace. This color demands no adjustment from the eyes, and as is the most restful color for the eyes. On the negative side, it may denote stagnation, enervation, boredom and blandness. You can use this color in the kitchen to balance the activity that happens in there.
Grey is in fashion these days as a color for interiors; but it does have a negative effect as well. It does not have any psychological properties but it can suppress other colors. An extensive use of grey might means that the person is lacking in confidence. It also signifies that the person is depressed and lacks energy. So you must use grey in a very limited manner.
When discussing what color psychology is, you have to learn about orange too. It is an energetic, fun color which symbolizes hospitality and courage. If red is too much for you, you can use orange instead. Interior designers choose orange for dining rooms, living room and children’s room.
White is one of the favorite colors of most people for their homes. This is because white makes any space look bigger than it is. It indicates purity, sophistication, cleanliness and efficiency. It can be the perfect background for your beautiful décor. There are so many ways on how you can decorate your home with white.
As you can see, all the colors have some positive and negative aspects. You must keep both these aspects in mind while choosing colors for your house with color psychology chart. Use cool colors for rooms, which you relax in, and warm colors for those parts of the home, which see a lot of activity. Read in depth about the colors you’re thinking of using, and don’t forget to have fun while choosing colors for the house.

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Update your Christmas décor for 2016 with this classic Antique Gold Bauble which has a groove design and a gold coloured cap and base. This is complete with a circular clip for hanging purposes, a timeless decoration which will grace your tree for many years to come.
Dimensions: Size 7.5cm
Designer Wallpaper- Meadow Grass is a signature design by Clarissa Hulse for Harlequin, featuring Wiltshire meadow grasses printed onto the Wallpaper. An eye-catching design which will create an impact, in bold bright colours on a complimentary contrasting background.
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This Glass Hanging Pear is a stylish chic glass ornament with an antique distressed finish. Complete with loop for hanging purposes.
Care: Soft Cloth
Dimensions: 11 x 6 cm
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This stunning Grey Apothecary jar- 13 inch would make a perfect centrepiece for the festive season. Elegantly curved in a Smokey grey glass with a removable lid, add your favourite battery operated lights to add a touch of sparkle. Available in 18 inch (see options for details)
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A wonderful Spiced rum collection of Mercury Glass Cylinders-Large that can be used as either a hurricane or vase for ornamental purposes. Beautiful coloured glass with a silver finish, displayed with a decorative edge and a contrasting copper bottom. Grouped together or individually these would l..
Add a touch of elegance to your Christmas decorations with these stylish Set Of three Glass Baubles in Two colours of Matt Gold and a Shiny Grey. Beautifully finished with imitation gems and Crystals. Complete with a Silver coloured cap and thread for hanging purposes. Available to purchase singul..
This stunning Artemis Embroidered Square Cushion is hand Embellished on a cream base with gold beading and pale gold piping. A cotton cushion complete with a feather filler. A versatile cushion that would add a touch of glamour and sparkle to any home, ideal for the festive season.
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These beautiful Mercury Glass Cylinder Hurricane -Small are truly striking. Displayed with an aluminium decorative edge and a copper and silver coloured finish. Group together with a glass cylinder large for a truly modern theme. A Larger size is available (See options for details)
These fabulous Chandelier 3D Glitter Silver Display are made from foam board and are supplied flat, they simply slot together. For a dramatic display group together for a stylish Christmas theme. Also available in white, Champagne and gold (see options for details)
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Modern in design, this Hand Blown Silver Rim Glass Hurricane Large will create a contemporary display in any modern home, European grey coloured hand blown glass with a contrasting shiny rim on a circular base. Display on its own or group together to form a stylish centrepiece. Available in a smalle..
Add a touch of sparkle to your Christmas celebrations with modern metallic decorations for 2017. We have a beautiful range of Christmas decorations and ornaments to bring glamour and style into your interior for the festive Season.
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I don’t know about you, but I think I’ve officially hit my threshold of how much Trump-related nonsense I can stomach. It’s all happening so fast! He’s signing executive orders and his staff is talking in circles and holding press conferences concerning inane innocuous subjects. Oh, and then there was this gem of a quote from a recent NYTimes article.
One person who frequently talks to Trump said aides have to push back privately against his worst impulses in the White House, like the news conference idea, and have to control information that may infuriate him. He gets bored and likes to watch TV, this person said, so it is important to minimize that.
Let me repeat that: He gets bored and likes to watch TV.
Take that in, America. Your new President has the attention span and temperament of a five year-old. I logged on to Twitter a few minutes ago to see that #WarOnWomen is trending. I don’t think I have ever felt so trampled upon as a woman as I have these last few months. So when I saw this Mashable article floating around I had to read it.
Stop everything: the nation’s zoos are in a vicious, wonderful #CuteAnimalTweetOff
— National Zoo (@NationalZoo) January 25, 2017
— Bronx Zoo (@BronxZoo) January 25, 2017
Are you feeling better yet? Well, then how about this? BAM!
— VA Living Museum (@VLMuseum) January 25, 2017
I don’t think there’s ever been more of a need for prioritizing self-care than now. Go find some cute animals to look at or brilliant Oatmeal cartoons to share. Go find anything that doesn’t mention the T-Word and post it. We need balance right now, something to remind us that there is beauty and goodness and kindness in this world.
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- South Simcoe Theatre Presents
From 04 Wed Dec 2013 to 08 Sun Dec 2013
Location: South Simcoe Theatre, 1 Hamilton Street, Cookstown Contact: (705) 458-4432;
Come prepared to cheer on the heroes, and to boo and hiss the Wicked Witch of the West in SST’s yearly musical pantomime – a show that promises to be lots of fun for the whole family!
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 7pm; Saturday: 2pm & 7pm; Sunday: 2pm Admission: $18.00


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We use the single-cluster Monte Carlo update algorithm to simulate the three-dimensional classical Heisenberg model in the critical region on simple cubic lattices of size $L^3$ with $L=12, 16, 20, 24, 32, 40$, and $48$. By means of finite-size scaling analyses we compute high-precision estimates of the critical temperature and the critical exponents, using extensively histogram reweighting and optimization techniques. Measurements of the autocorrelation time show the expected reduction of critical slowing down at the phase transition. This allows simulations on significantly larger lattices than in previous studies and consequently a better control over systematic errors in finite-size scaling analyses.


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Resonant, Funny, Absorbing, Great acting, Intelligent
About the Show
New York Neo-Futurists present writer/performer Yolanda K. Wilkinson’s autobiographical one-woman show about her study of 10 different religions.
Is the search for divinity itself divine? 'Bible Study for Heathens' investigates the American religious experience through one woman’s unwavering exploration of worship in the 21st century by means of ritual, tradition, games, and reenactments.
“A funny and politically pointed jab at the sexism, homophobia, and material indulgences of ten major religions...Wilkinson is a masterful storyteller and she weaves hilarious and incisive digs into the account of her personal exploration...What’s more, as you’d likely expect, despite its abundant humor, 'Bible Study for Heathens' has more than a few intense moments...Wilkinson walks among the spectators, making this less a production to observe than an interactive experience.”
"As captivating a performer Wilkinson is, 'Bible Study for Heathens' encountered some roadblocks. Finding the true intent of the piece was a bit blurry for Wilkinson and director Rizzolo...'Bible Study for Heathens' was an interesting story to say the least. Yolanda K. Wilkinson has offered an incredibly interesting theatrical presentation. But 'Bible Study for Heathens' suffered from some avoidable strong choices."
"Occasionally, church and art blend together in new and captivating ways. 'Bible Study for Heathens,' a charming new solo show, does just that...From the moment Wilkinson speaks, she proves herself to be a captivating performer with a fascinating personal history...Director Joey Rizzolo shepherds the delightfully unpredictable staging...Wilkinson is strong enough that she could easily command an entire church congregation without losing the intimacy of her material."
"One woman’s fateful journey through faith that will make even the most undevout sit up, listen and most of all howl with laughter...There were moments in which I probably would have benefited from having a better understanding of some of the religious references, however overall this didn’t take away the enjoyment in what was an engaging evening...'Bible Study' is a challenging and vital piece of contemporary theater...It hits the mark with both relevance and humor."


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Older persons were always particularly vulnerable and now account for a greater proportion of COVID deaths than ever before during the pandemic. While the total number of COVID deaths has fallen, the burden of mortality is shifting even more to people older than age 64. Even though COVID is still the leading cause of death, nursing home deaths are rising. COVID deaths among people age 65 and older more than doubled between April and July this year, rising by 125 percent, according to a recent analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation. This trend increased with age: more than a quarter of all COVID fatalities were among those age 85 and older throughout the pandemic, but that share has risen to at least 38 percent since May.
Where people live also impacts their risk level. The pandemic first hit urban areas harder, but mortality rose dramatically in rural areas by the summer of 2020–a pattern that has held. Despite the fact that the gap is closing, rural residents still die at significantly higher rates. Rural death rates fell from 92.2 percent higher than urban rates at the end of September to 38.9 percent higher in mid-October.
Discrimination and racism also play a significant role in COVID deaths. Experts predict that while differences in the age-adjusted deaths rates based upon race have been decreasing, they will rise again during surges.
For the past several weeks, the COVID death rate in the U.S. has stayed fairly steady, with 2,344 people dying of the illness in the seven-day period ending on November 9, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Even so, the U.S. still accounts for a large portion of all confirmed COVID deaths happening around the globe, and it has the highest number of confirmed COVID deaths of any country. There have been 1.2 million excess deaths in the U.S. since February 2020, according to the CDC–losses that have reshaped almost every part of American life. The viral illness has remained a leading cause of death throughout the pandemic. And overall U.S. life expectancy has dropped significantly since the crisis began. “That is unprecedented,” says Kristin Urquiza, co-founder of Marked by COVID, an advocacy network memorializing the victims of the illness. “And I don’t think that’s going to stop .”
More than 200,000 people have already died because of COVID in the U.S. in 2022, and President Joe Biden’s administration is bracing for 30,000 to 70,000 more deaths this winter. A bad flu year, in comparison, brings about 50,000 deaths.
Yet public funding has dwindled or vanished for the very vaccines and treatments that have lowered the risk of COVID death. In the next four months or so, these key tools will only be available to those who can afford them on the private market as current federal subsidies dry up–a situation that could affect access and uptake. Elizabeth Wrigley-Field, a University of Minnesota sociologist and demographer, says that it is scary to imagine what will happen if there is a new surge.
At the peak of the most recent surge of fatalities in August, 91.9 percent of all deaths around the country were among people 65 and older–the biggest share of any surge in the pandemic, even higher than in April 2020.
Long-term care facilities were hit extremely hard during the pandemic, with residents and staff accounting for about one fifth of all COVID deaths. In 2021 vaccinations and treatments helped lessen these blows. However, COVID deaths at nursing homes have increased again. From April to August this year, this number more than tripled.
Although most COVID deaths are among the elderly, younger people are still dying at higher rates than usual because of the illness–especially those who work in essential fields, research shows. According to Justin Feldman, a visiting scientist at Harvard Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Center for Health and Human Rights who studies social inequality, “younger people rarely get sick” under normal circumstances in the U.S. But now, he says, “excess mortality for all age groups is quite high and uniquely high in the U.S., compared to other wealthy countries.”
Other patterns are emerging when it comes to race, ethnicity, and geography. Experts warn that these changes may be temporary.
Each fall COVID mortality rates among white people have edged closer to or higher than those among Black people. But deaths of racially minoritized people have jumped again during surges, when the total COVID death rate climbs. Experts predict the same pattern of inequity for future surges. “Whites are dying at higher rates when total deaths are lower,” Feldman says. Feldman also says that Black people are dying faster during other times when the death count is higher. “And that’s not even acknowledging American Indians, Alaska Natives and Pacific Islanders, who’ve had consistently the highest death rates this entire time, at every point in time, and often are excluded from these kinds of analyses.”
Two years into the pandemic, deaths from all causes were higher for Indigenous peoples and Pacific Islanders, compared with pre-COVID levels, according to a study published in September. People of color are also more affected by changes in life expectancy. Black, Hispanic and Indigenous people in rural areas had the deadliest 2021 from COVID among all relatively large racial or ethnic groups in the U.S., according to a preprint paper that has not yet been peer-reviewed. These disparities are often exacerbated by rural areas that have poorer access to healthcare and a sicker and older population, and frequently lower vaccination rates.
COVID vaccinations have helped to reduce some disparities. “Vaccination shrinks racial inequality,” Feldman says. Feldman says, “Vaccination reduces racial inequality.” For example, booster access in communities of color has been inequitable, driving death rates higher.
Being unvaccinated is still a major risk factor for dying from COVID. In August 2022 unvaccinated people died at six times the rate of those who got at least the primary series of the vaccine, according to the CDC. And unvaccinated people age 50 and older were 12 times more likely to die than vaccinated and double-boosted peers.
The majority of COVID deaths now occur among people who have had at least one shot of vaccine. In July 59 percent of COVID deaths were among the vaccinated, and 39 percent were among people who had one booster or more. The vaccines still work well and reduce the risk of serious illness and death. Vaccines’ effectiveness decreases over time and boosters must be used in conjunction with other preventative measures to avoid illness and death. In August, people age 50 and older who were vaccinated and had just one booster were three times more likely to die than people with two or more boosters, according to the CDC.
Only 10.1 percent of Americans age five and older have received the relatively new bivalent booster, which is highly effective against the Omicron variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID. More than 14 million Americans 65 or older (or nearly 27 percent) have gotten the updated jab–a higher rate than among younger Americans but nothing like the uptake for the initial two doses. Wrigley-Field states that boosters have never been made available and easily accessible in the same way as primary series vaccinations. Boosters are essential not only to reduce hospitalizations and deaths but also to weaken transmission chains and protect the most vulnerable.
Both monoclonal antibodies and antiviral drugs, which can be very effective in preventing hospitalizations and deaths, are often underused and not distributed equally. Zip codes with the most vulnerable people have the lowest uptake of antivirals despite having the most dispensing sites, one CDC study found. Another CDC study showed that people of color are less likely than white people to receive monoclonal antibodies. Between May and early July, only 11 percent of people who tested positive for COVID reported being prescribed antivirals. Notably, those with higher incomes received the highly effective antiviral Paxlovid at more than twice the rate of those with lower incomes, according to another study. An estimated 42 percent of U.S. counties were “Paxlovid deserts” as of March, according to one analysis from a medication-dispensing site.
Nearly 8.7 million Americans have immunocompromised conditions, which puts them at higher risk of dying from COVID. Yet only about 5.3 percent of them have received Evusheld, a treatment that can prevent severe outcomes for six months at a time, the CDC estimated in September.
” We’re still in this crisis,” Urquiza states. “The most vulnerable will not be left behind, but will be sentenced .”
This might sound like a story about numbers. It’s not. It’s a story about people. Many of their stories have been compiled by Alex Goldstein, founder of Faces of COVID, an online project established to show the stories behind the statistics–and to honor the lives lost and those who grieve them. Goldstein states that we all lose something when a loved one dies. “My biggest fear has always been that if we fail to learn the lessons of this pandemic, which I believe we are in the process of doing, we will be hit 10 times harder by the next one,” he adds. “I believe we are proving ourselves completely incapable of handling these types of challenges. And that scares me for the future.”


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Despite these precursors, the trendy study of comparative legal techniques has turn out to be a topic of sustained educational interest only over the past 100 to a hundred and fifty years. In cooperation with the University of Virginia’s Corcoran Department of History, the Law School allows students to acquire a J.D.
Some states have a caveat emptor rule, which is only a fancy method of claiming “let the client beware”—which means it’s up to your purchaser to study the defects of your house. Mustard gas was one of many first chemotherapy brokers to treat most cancers – the same gasoline used as a weapon in World War I. Mustard fuel proved to kill most cancers cells; nevertheless, it additionally considerably damaged wholesome ones leading to little survival profit.
When a choose needs to go beyond the letter of a code in disposing of a dispute, the choose’s resolution is not going to become binding or maybe even related in subsequent determinations involving different events. These analyses will focus on the human rights impacts of public health laws and assist international locations establish greatest practices to guide their quick responses to COVID-19 and socioeconomic recovery efforts once the pandemic is beneath management.
Law reform may be used to further accountability for the 2030 Agenda by guaranteeing that there’s an enabling legal framework and environment for people to hold their governments accountable for SDG progress. For instance, regulation reform could also be used to make sure that civil society can provide input into public policy decision-making or that they have adequate access to judicial and other mechanisms to hold governments accountable.
Wherever it happens, regulation is a body of rules that speak to how people ought to behave in society (substantive legislation) and the way the legal system itself ought to proceed (adjective regulation). The quantity and complexity of rules could also be anticipated to parallel the dimensions and complexity of the society of which they’re an element. But broad categories of substantive regulation—tort legislation, property regulation, criminal law—apparently exist in all authorized orders, as do the fundamentals of adjective law—process and proof.

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The Stowmarket Library unveils a newly transformed garden space to the public.
The Arts Council England-funded Stitching Stowe project commissioned Fox Yard Studio and Modece Architects to turn the unused garden courtyard into a space anyone can use.
The garden now has brightly colored paving stones and windows, a concept map of Stowmarket, as well as murals and artwork depicting the history and stories of the town.
Wildlife-friendly plants have also been planted, and birdhouses and insect hotels have been set up by the youth of Thrive.
The garden has also been made more accessible to people with reduced mobility.
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The garden opened on October 9 and more than 200 people attended the unveiling.
The project was led by library and information advisor Summer Lambert, 26, with support from the Suffolk Library Arts Team.
She said: âWe are all delighted and amazed at how the garden looks now.
âIt has been a real community success with local people and organizations coming together to create something special that we can all enjoy throughout the year. ”

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King Henry VIII leads Anne Boleyn towards the throne. A melancholy Cardinal Wolsey leans his head in his hand as he glances sideways toward the couple. In the background Katherine of Aragon sitting in another throne and turns away from the couple to converse with Anne’s former lover, Lord Percy. A young page carries the train of Anne’s dress as she enters the palace.
An elderly man plays his harp on a hillside surrounded by couples and children. In the distance are mountains and a tower.
Title from the first line of the four-line poem printed below the image.Title continues: “… That not a mountain rears his head unsung. And many an amorous, many a humourous lay, which many a bard had changed many a day.”
Frontispiece to: Jones, E. Bardic Museum. Musical and poetical relicks of the Welsh Bards, v. 2. London : For the author, 1802
A scene in a tavern cellar, with a young woman, gaily dressed, dancing a jig with a man wearing an apron; at left, a sailor playing the violin, at right, a sailor sitting on steps and leaning forward, smoking, resting his arms on a barrel, another beside him holding a bowl, a young woman standing behind them with a hand on the shoulder of each; behind, three amorous couples, including a sailor sitting on another barrel.
Artist: Rowlandson, Thomas, 1756-1827.
Title: The last jig, or Adieu to Old England [graphic] / Rowlandson del.
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We will be playing live with Feels Like Fall in St. Paul, MN at the Wild Tymes and the palace stage. We are also very excited to return here and play some live shows again. Our last live show was last December so this is definitely a show we are very much looking forward to.
All Ages. No Cover. 8:30PM. Friday Night.
April 1st 2016!
No, this is not an April fools joke.
Perry Project‘s newest single titled Run Away will be released exclusively on iTunes, Amazon MP3 and the Google play store on Friday, April 1st.
This new single is a very important step in the band’s new direction musically. It represents the first song with contributions by the 5 new members who were officially added to the project in early 2015.
Run Away was recorded at Humans Win! in Minneapolis, MN. It was produced, engineered and mixed by Taylor Lewin. Run Away was mastered at Sterling Sound in New York, NY by Greg Calbi.
We had a great / hectic / successful year full of positives. Our last show of 2015 will be at Wild Tymes in Saint Paul, MN on Friday, December 11th. A very appropriate place to end 2015, we love to play here! We appreciate all of the support from fans old and new. There has definitely been a fire lit and one that will continue to burn into 2016. We are not done yet and will have some new material to share soon…
P.S. We go on at 9 P.M. and will be followed by houseluna and Sum of 1. Special thanks to houseluna for hosting this show, see you there.
Facebook Event Page HERE.
We have a show coming up!
Enjoy your pre-halloween weekend get together Thursday, October 29th at The Pourhouse located in downtown Minneapolis with music featuring Minneapolis locals The Strips who are supporting the headlining act Perry Project. The fun starts at 7:00 PM.
18+ No tickets necessary. $5 cover at door.
Facebook event page HERE
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We are pleased to announce a new show has been added. We will be part of a great line-up of indie-rock music once again taking place at The Wild Tymes and The Palace Stage in St Paul. The show is $5 at the door and starts at 8:30PM. We hope to see many of you there. For more information check out the Facebook events page HERE.


“In these tough economic times”, it annoys me to see the government throwing billions of dollars at dead-end projects. With the amount of money being tossed around by the government, we could see some real progress and change. Instead money is going to build more road infrastructure and bailing out the auto industry.
The Vancouver area is short 500 buses, which would cost around $250 million to buy. Not an insignificant amount, and the province refuses to pay it. However it just announced plans to build a $3 billion 10 lane super bridge in the Vancouver suburbs.
People complain that saving the environment would cost too much money, and yet we continue to pour obscene amounts of money into auto infrastructure. The problem is we’ve become so reliant on cars for transportation that people can’t imagine shifting away from them. Luckily I’ve been seeing more articles like this in Wired managed – It’s Time for Cities to Favor People, Not Cars. People are starting to realize we need to make a shift. The government is just slow to catch up.
Amtrak has been trying for months to increase the train service between Vancouver and Seattle, in recognition to huge demand. However, it has been stalled by the Canadian Border Service Agency and there doesn’t seem to be much government will to break the impasse. As soon as they add a new train, Emily and I plan on making a trip down to Portland.
Maybe I should just give up and move to Sweden.


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Clifford Geertz was an anthropologist who studied the role of the evil eye in Balinese culture. In his seminal work “The Interpretation of Cultures,” Geertz argues that the belief in the evil eye reflects deeper cultural beliefs about the dangers of envy and the need for social harmony.
In Balinese culture, the evil eye is believed to cause sickness and misfortune. Geertz suggests that this belief is rooted in a larger cultural belief about the dangers of envy. In Balinese society, there is a strong emphasis on social harmony and the importance of maintaining positive relationships with others. Envy is seen as a threat to this harmony, as it can lead to conflict and division.
Geertz also suggests that the belief in the evil eye serves as a way of reinforcing social norms and expectations. By attributing misfortune and sickness to the evil eye, Balinese culture discourages behavior that could be seen as selfish or greedy. This serves as a way of maintaining social order and promoting cooperation and mutual support.
Overall, Geertz’s research on the evil eye in Balinese culture emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural context in which beliefs and practices arise. The belief in the evil eye is not simply a superstition, but reflects deeper cultural values and concerns. By studying the role of the evil eye in different cultures, we can gain a deeper understanding of the ways in which people interpret and make sense of the world around them.


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Midcoast Black Book
This is a random collection of things, ideas, trends and just weird stuff that Midcoast Maine has to offer. Obviously, this is subjective and can’t include everybody, or else it would be called…the phone book.
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The Killer Convo
This blog is a is a killer roundup of all arts, entertainment, brewery & distillery, food trucks, happy hour happenings in the Midcoast Maine. Feel free to email me anything about Midcoast arts, entertainment & the creative economy.


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Cannibal sandwiches could be deadly, and diners are cautioned against the consumption of so-called "tiger meat." First of all, what are cannibal sandwiches? It isn't what it sounds like. While the word cannibal carries connotations of humans eating human flesh, the flesh used in these sandwiches is typically ground beef seasoned with salt and pepper, garnished with raw onion and sometimes mixed with raw egg. The sandwiches are served on cocktail bread, and although they are sometimes referred to as tiger meat, there aren't any tigers used in this traditional dish.
The history of cannibal sandwiches dates back to the 19th century when it was served in Polish, German and other ethnic communities in Milwaukee and the outlying area. According to a Dec. 5, 2013 report by MSN.com, this Wisconsin tradition also has a history of making people sick. During the 2012 holiday season, more than a dozen people fell ill after enjoying raw ground beef as part of these traditional sandwiches.
If raw ground beef sounds familiar to you, then you may be familiar with the more common term steak tartare. Although it is strongly suggested that you cook any meat before consuming it, you can watch a video about how to prepare steak tartare on the left side of this page. The video supplied for entertainment purposes only. Eating raw meat is not suggested. Once again, it cannot be stressed enough that ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F in order to be safe for human consumption.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released a statement cautioning diners against consumption of the holiday treat, "Despite ongoing outreach efforts addressing the dangers associated with consuming undercooked or raw ground beef, this regional holiday tradition continues to be associated with outbreaks," Reuters reported
The problem with cannibal sandwiches is that consumption of raw meat can result in an E. coli infection. Such infections bring along symptoms like diarrhea and stomach cramps but E. coli can also cause kidney failure, especially in the particularly young, old or those with compromised immune systems.


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I am not one of those poetic people
in the sense that the sickening symbolism behind the cleansing and rebirth in rain
does nothing for me.
I am an ecologist and therefore understand that rain is life and rain is everything.
But it is not mine.
I can dance in it. I can turn my arms and face up to the sky and smile and drink it in. But it is cold.
It is cruel.
The rain does not love me.
Gray skies have an effect on me that is much too similar to my own lack of serotonin.
When I awaken to the flat, white, bleak light of a rainy morning I can feel nothing but despair.
Yes, everything is green, but
there is no sunshine.
There is something to be said for kisses in the rain. But only because his lips are those of a lover of the rain, and for those instants when we are joined I can believe him.
Any other day, the rain kills me.
And yet I am following my personal sunshine across the country to the rainiest place of all
and I can only hope that my hatred for this weather
will not cloud him over from me.


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Shell in Norway Takes a Leap in Technology Video
Shell's Ormen Lange Subsea Compression Project marks an important milestone in the development of subsea technology. The project involves design, construction and testing of a full scale subsea compression system. This pilot comprises the world's first ever complete compressor system in which every power distribution module is installed under water. In order to qualify such technology, it must be demonstrated that this type of compressor plant will remain stable over an extended period. This ground-breaking development project can ensure an increased recovery rate, quicker recovery of gas and greater profitability for Ormen Lange.
Go here to learn more about Shell's activities in Norway and the Ormen Lange field: http://www.shell.no/ormenlange


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Brand new Mexico regulators develop latest laws for cash loanselvin
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — they took many years for choosing a new Mexico lawmakers to last but not least go viewpoint on overhauling the store loaning industry by capping interest levels. But condition regulators has nevertheless to finalize the principles needed according to the newer rule to bolster shoppers protections and enforcement.
a screen of lawmakers seen from consumer recommends recently who are pushing your laws is end as well as for loopholes is shut.
An interim legal committee passed away a resolution wednesday asking regulators to report how they’re enforcing what the law states. That state is due later on this season.
The regulations and Licensing Department’s finance companies section has received four claims against professional small-loan financial institutions since January, once the legislation got influence. The organisation can’t release specifics about those situations but claimed each grievance is definitely completely examined.
Lindsay Cutler, a legal professional on your brand new Mexico Center on laws and Poverty, stated without additional information on administration, customer supporters don’t get an assured photo of just how the smaller funding market is working in brand new laws.
“All unique Mexicans are entitled to use of reasonable and transparent debts under reasonable terminology, but our generations of low income homes and Native United states networks currently vigorously directed by unscrupulous shop front side lenders,” she mentioned in a statement.
Finance institutions Division spokeswoman Bernice Geiger stated the company is incorporated in the last levels of examining feedback recovered during open public hearings presented early in 2012 in Santa Fe and Gallup the way it functions to wrap up the restrictions.
Nowadays there are pertaining to 600 licensed small-loan shops in brand new Mexico, as per the department.
The neighborhood store-front financing industry possesses defended big interest rates as a way to establish borrowing from the bank choices for low income people in brand-new Mexico, wherein high impoverishment and jobless rate are chronic.
Guidelines accepted in 2017 by your Democrat-led Legislature and Republican Gov. Susana Martinez incorporated many shoppers protections to discourage predatory financing procedures. Restricts on rates and curiosity for financial products happen to be joined with specifications offering individuals at the least 120 weeks to settle in a minimum of four installments — properly eliminating payday advance loan linked with the other paycheck.
The anti-poverty crowd Prosperity Functions is concerned about renewals of financial products made before modifications had been implemented.
Michael Barrio, the group’s movie director of advocacy, said some agreements which have been assessed contain conditions that failing to pay out in full could cause many automatic renewals without expressed agreement and that also reducing the monthly interest rate into newer limit need debtors to re-finance or need even more important from loan providers.
“We understand what it really boils down to happens to be these types of personal loans actually are designed to just always keep individuals an interval of loans instead of liberating these people from this,” Barrio claimed.
Discover efforts underway to create to brand new Mexico considerably small-loan alternatives. Many regional governments already are supplying funding with mild rates of interest for community personnel with little or no credit ranking. The financial products tend to be returned through payroll write-offs.
The problem is that system is only open to governing bodies and businesses with 200 staff or longer. Barrio mentioned that cuts out an enormous few who can join in due to the quantity of small companies in brand-new Mexico.
New Mexico regulators develop latest rules for payday advances
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — It took decades for New Mexico lawmakers to ultimately get to consensus on overhauling the storefront loaning market by capping interest rates. But condition regulators has so far to complete the guidelines necessary under the new rule to reinforce customers protections and enforcement.
a board of lawmakers seen from shoppers recommends this week who’re pressing when it comes to legislation for done and for loopholes to be shut.
An interim legal committee passed away an answer mon requesting regulators to document as to how they’re enforcing regulations. That report is due later this current year.
The regulations and Licensing Department’s finance institutions section has gotten four claims against certified portal link small-loan creditors since January, as soon as the rules obtained effect. The organisation couldn’t passing information regarding those covers but explained each issue is carefully investigated.
Lindsay Cutler, a lawyer because of the brand new Mexico focus on Law and Poverty, explained without additional information on administration, customer recommends don’t have an apparent picture of how the tiny finance industry is conducting business beneath the unique rule.
“All unique Mexicans have earned the means to access good and clear financial loans under fair terms, but decades of low income individuals and Native North american communities have-been assertively focused by unethical stock front lenders,” she claimed in a statement.
Finance institutions department spokeswoman Bernice Geiger believed the company is in the definitive steps of evaluating opinions obtained during open public hearings conducted earlier in the day this year in Santa Fe and Gallup simply because it functions to wrap up the requirements.
Now there are pertaining to 600 licensed small-loan retailers in New Mexico, based on the company.
Your local store-front loaning discipline keeps defended highest interest rates with the intention to ensure credit alternatives for low-income people in brand-new Mexico, exactly where highest poverty and unemployment charge tend to be long-term.
Laws recommended in 2017 by way of the Democrat-led Legislature and Republican Gov. Susana Martinez consisted of different buyers protections to dissuade predatory loaning tactics. Limits on fees and interests for personal loans are generally joined with demands providing applicants about 120 period to repay in about four installments — efficiently getting rid of payday loans linked to a subsequent salary.
The anti-poverty class Prosperity operates can be involved about renewals of financial products made before the modifications had been embraced.
Michael Barrio, team’s manager of advocacy, said some legal agreements which are evaluated include arrangements that a deep failing to pay out completely could bring many automatic renewals without expressed consent which reducing the monthly interest rate towards brand new cover needs consumers to re-finance or need much more key from creditors.
“We figure out what it genuinely boils down to are these debts actually are designed to just keep on folks in a routine of personal debt than liberating them from this,” Barrio explained.
You will find endeavors underway to take to brand new Mexico much small-loan solutions. Some local authorities already are offer financial products with reasonable rates for open public staff members without or no history of credit. The personal loans happen to be refunded through payroll deductions.
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You will need a lidded box, backpack or duffle bag to hold your pet emergency kit. To protect your kit from water damage (in the event of flooding), put all items inside a plastic garbage bag, tie tightly, then put the bag into your chosen emergency kit container. Be sure to use a permanent marker to label your container "pet emergency kit."
* Leashes and extra collars – One for each pet.
* Food – Enough for three or more days. Depending upon the size of your pet, you might be better off stocking your emergency kit with canned food (or a combination of canned and dry) to save space. I have large dogs and dry food for all three for three days would take up a great deal of space. Don't forget a package of treats and a can opener.
* Water – Stock your kit with 20-ounce bottles of water. I would suggest one bottle per pet, per day. You should stock the kit with enough to last for three or more days.
* Toys – Even pets get bored or anxious. Throw in a few chew toys or other items to keep your pet entertained.
* Tie-out stakes and cables – Stock the kit with tie-out stakes and cables to contain dogs temporarily when necessary.
* Cat litter – Fill a freezer bag with a few cups of inexpensive cat litter. In a pinch, a cardboard box can be dug out of the trash for a temporary litter box.
* Towels – These can be used for warmth, bedding, comfort, cleaning or first aid. Stock one towel for each pet.
* Emergency numbers and plans – Keep a printed copy of your emergency plan in your kit. You may need to refer to it if you become frazzled during an emergency. Be sure your have included phone numbers for your veterinarian, pet sitter or kennel.
* Records – Have an up-to-date copy of immunization records for each pet.
* First aid supplies – Check with your veterinarian for recommendations for this. I include scissors, tweezers, bandage rolls, Betadine, stypic stick (to stop bleeding), and an animal first aid book. You might want to include various medications your pet needs.
Folding or pop-up pet carriers are ideal for limited storage space. If you have hard carriers, be sure they are all together in an accessible place. A pet carrier that is buried under boxes of stuff in the back of your garage won't be any good in a spur-of-the-moment emergency.
Where to keep your kit
Make sure you keep your kit in an accessible spot – in your home, your vehicle, your garage. It needs to be in a spot where you can easily grab it and run.
Keep an inventory list with your kit that details each item in your emergency kit. Resist the temptation to take things out for daily use. If you must dip into the kit, make a point of replacing any item used. Periodically check your kit for damage from rodents, insects or water.
Planning ahead and preparing can help you keep your pets safe and sound in the event of an emergency.

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In this episode, we’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage with two of our favorite Latinx authors. First, host Suzanne McCabe talks with Aida Salazar about how one word, “deportation,” led to her heart-wrenching new novel, Land of the Cranes. Aida is also the author of The Moon Within, which won an International Latino Book Award for middle-grade fiction in 2019.
Then Francisco X. Stork, the author of such acclaimed YA titles as The Memory of Light and Marcelo in the Real World, talks about his latest novel, Illegal. This page-turning thriller follows Sara Zapata and her brother, Emiliano, and their desperate escape from Mexico to the U.S. Illegal is a sequel to Francisco’s earlier novel, Disappeared.
To check out the Scholastic Student Vote, a virtual mock-election that has been running since 1940, visit scholastic.com/election.
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Tax on capital gains varies when building a house to sell
Sep 18, 2016
Real Estate Matters
By Ilyce Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin
Tribune Content Agency
Q: What if you build a house but never rent it or live in it and then sell it? How is the gain taxed?
A: The important information is whether you lived in the home or not. Since you never lived in the home, you wouldn’t get any IRS benefits as a homeowner selling his home. Those benefits are substantial. If you live in a home for two out of the last five years, you can exclude $250,000 in profits (or, if you are married, $500,000 in profits) from any federal income taxes. But this federal tax benefit would not apply to your situation.
Let’s assume your question arises from a situation in which you purchased land, built a home, were planning to live in it but never did and now you sell it for a substantial profit. Let’s say it’s $100,000 profit. What happens from a tax perspective?
We’re sure we’ll get letters from tax practitioners on this one, but to keep it simple we’re also going to assume that you’ve owned the property for at least a year and also completed the home at least a year ago. Having assumed all that, you could be said to own an asset that you’ve had for more than one year and when you sell it, you’d pay capital gains taxes on the profit you make from the sale. So, if this $100,000 profit might require you to pay about $24,000 in taxes to the IRS (the amount will depend on other deductions or credits you may have).
On the other hand, if the building of the home was part of a business to build and sell homes, the home might be considered more like the inventory of your business and in this instance, you would not get the benefits of capital gains rates on the sale of the home.
If this was the case, we’d assume you’d pay around $35,000 in taxes to the IRS. (Remember, we’re trying to keep it simple and give you a broad overview of the picture; not drill down to the details or give you precise numbers.)
In some ways, your question is a trick question because it does not give the whole picture or provide enough information to make a reasonable guess.
Simply put, if you sell a primary residence that you’ve lived in for at least two out of the last five years, you probably wouldn’t have to pay any tax on the sale, as long as your profit is below $250,000 if you’re single and $500,000 if you’re married. If you are in the business of building homes for sale to other people, you’ll have the greatest amount to pay in federal income taxes. And, then there is the middle ground where a variety of factors could lead to variable outcomes. For those complicated scenarios, call your accountant or tax preparers.
But the devil is in the details: You might be better off (from a tax perspective) if you rent the home for a couple of years and then sell it. Even better, if you like the home you built and can sell your current residence, you might consider doing just that and moving into your new home. If tax laws stay the same, any profit on the home you just sold would probably not get taxed (if they are less than $250,000) and if you live in this home for two years, you can sell it then and keep all the profits without paying tax (again, if the profits are less than $250,000).
There are some exclusions and limitations to the IRS home sale rules. You can get more information at IRS. gov.
Ilyce Glink is the creator of an 18-part webinar and ebook series called “The Intentional Investor: How to be wildly successful in real estate,” as well as the author of many books on real estate. She also offers information on her YouTube channel. (youtube.com/user/Expert- RealEstateTips).
Contact Ilyce and Sam through her website, ThinkGlink.com.
© 2016 Ilyce R. Glink and Samuel J. Tamkin. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Dec 10, 2017
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Dec 03, 2017
Lang Realty has announced a two-month campaign,
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Nov 26, 2017
Lang Realty’s Cathy Weil and Sandy Tobias recently listed a spacious home perfectly situated on almost one acre of land within Delray Beach at the Seagate Country Club at The Hamlet.
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Lang Realty’s Flora Alexander recently listed and
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Nov 05, 2017
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Oct 22, 2017
Over 100 agents are expected at the 13th Annual
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I write regarding Horsham District Council’s planning meeting and the decisions over 550 houses proposed for Billingshurst and 102 in Henfield.
‘Wow’ - what a day and what a great result for the villages of Billingshurst and Henfield.
I was stunned and extremely happy when the HDC planning committee members voted to reject the proposal for the 550 houses in Billingshurst - six members voted against with the balance (three) abstaining.
It should be noted that not one planning committee member voted in favour of this planning application.
Thank you to the three district councillors and the other members of the planning committee, who voted to reject the planning proposal. The district councillors and planning committee members, especially councillor Brian Donnelly, all spoke complete sense (I won’t say anything about the three who abstained, but at least they did not vote in favour!).
I would also like to thank Billingshurst Parish Council which has acted on behalf of the residents of Billingshurst and lodged strong objections against this planning application.
Both the objections presented by Susie Duffy and Roger Smith were equally good in their content and delivery.
Then, in the afternoon session, the HDC planning committee members voted to reject the planning application for 102 houses in Henfield, another stunning result for the village of Henfield.
The same objections were raised by the HDC planning committee members as those for the rejected development in Billingshurst.
I have to say that the comments made by the planning committee members who rejected the planning proposals at Billingshurst and Henfield were very clear and I hope that this sends a clear and concise message to all developers that HDC and the villages will not continue to tolerate the destruction of green fields and farmlands just to satisfy the greed of landowners and developers.
I feel that HDC planning committee grew a backbone that day; it would appear that they are no longer afraid of developers threatening appeals if they do not get their way and have their planning applications passed.
It was very encouraging to hear the HDC planning committee members stating that they should listen to and put the villagers’ views and requirements first, when considering these large scale developments in the villages.
The HDC planning committee members are to be highly commended for taking this stance today.
HDC should not just grant planning permission for schemes because it fears that the developer may go to appeal if its planning applications are refused. HDC needs to stand firm and if required defend its principles at appeal, even if there are costs involved.
It is far better to put the requirements and wishes of the local people first, instead of granting permission for these schemes because of some mythical housing requirement or to provide money to greedy landowners and developers.
I am pleased that common sense prevailed, maybe this is the start of a new era for HDC, after all the HDC planning committee did state that despite rumours it is NOT led by developers. I think its action proved that this statement is correct, let’s hope this new era continues.
I would like to think that HDC will pay a lot more attention to any infrastructure needs and issues in the review periods of all new developments of this kind. These should be included as part of the new development, not left as legacy issues to be provided at a later date by others.
HDC needs to give consideration for these large scale developments to be built in locations that already provide the necessary infrastructure and are truly sustainable, not in local villages that are incapable of coping with the infrastructure and requirements of such developments.
On behalf of SOSA, SBAG and HOPS I would like to thank the County Times for the fantastic support and news coverage that you have given to us.
I am sure that this has been one of the contributing factors in HDC’s decision and hopefully its change in policy going forward.
I am hoping that the decisions taken that day by the HDC planning committee will give renewed hope and encouragement to all SOSA members, who are currently involved fighting planning applications that are threatening to destroy their villages.
Chairman, Save our Sussex Alliance (SOSA), proud supporter of the 2011 West Sussex County Times campaign ‘It’s Just Plan Crazy’ and the National Trust and 38 Degrees petitions against the National Planning Policy Framework (www.saveoursussex.com), Coneyhurst Road, Billingshurst


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BRUSSELS (Reuters) - NATO warned Russia on Sunday that military action against Ukraine was against international law, and expressed grave concern over the Russian parliament's authorisation of the use of force.
After an emergency meeting of NATO ambassadors in Brussels, the alliance called on Russia to bring its forces back to bases and refrain from interfering in Ukraine.
"We urge both parties to immediately seek a peaceful solution through bilateral dialogue, with international facilitation ... and through the dispatch of international observers under the auspices of the United Nations Security Council or the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe," NATO said in a statement.
(Reporting by Robert-Jan Bartunek and Justyna Pawlak; Editing by Alistair Lyon)
Russia still has around 1,000 troops in eastern Ukraine - NATO
Rising Russian tensions put lonely NATO base in Poland on map
More Russian troops in Crimea would undermine Ukraine ceasefire - NATO
EU must keep up pressure on Russia over Ukraine, Britain says
Ukrainian neutrality 'a basic issue' for Russia - Lavrov
Israel PM tries to shift focus from Islamic State to Iran at U.N.
U.S.-led air strikes pose problem for Assad's moderate foes
Fence-jumper ran through much of main floor of White House
Brazil's Rousseff extends lead over Silva in election poll
U.S. military to quickly ramp up Ebola mission in Liberia
Recovery of Japan volcano victims suspended amid signs of rising activity
Hong Kong's civilised protestors on the charm offensive
Norway call up 15-year-old Odegaard for Euro qualifiers
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