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As we are fast approaching the festive period I ask you to stop, and take a second to think about giving yourself a wee gift, or 12. And what could be better than the gift of books! Ah, there is nothing quite like curling up with a great author and letting them weave you a tale of magic and mayhem that transports you ‘Narnia Style’ out of your own reality.
So, I decided to do the legwork for you and feature 12 books that you could indulge in – or, if you’re feeling overly generous, buy for a loved one.
Each book has a different publication date, some will have to be pre-ordered – which is even better! The gift that keeps on giving! Order them for Xmas and, when they’re out, they will cleverly find their way to your door or eReader. I personally love turning on my Kindle and seeing a book appear fresh off the press, even better when the postman rings your doorbell and hands you a package (hmmm, that kind of sounds rude!)
So, ho, ho, ho, here they are with handy summaries and buy links. Happy reading, and to all a good read!
Never, ever cry . . .Seventeen-year-old Eureka won’t let anyone close enough to feel her pain. After her mother was killed in a freak accident, the things she used to love hold no meaning. She wants to escape, but one thing holds her back: Ander, the boy who is everywhere she goes, whose turquoise eyes are like the ocean. And then Eureka uncovers an ancient tale of romance and heartbreak, about a girl who cried an entire continent into the sea. Suddenly her mother’s death and Ander’s appearance seem connected, and her life takes on dark undercurrents that don’t make sense. Can everything you love be washed away?
#2 Cracked by Eliza Crewe
Nicole Martin was only eight years old when she narrowly survived a massacre: her family’s vampire slaves rebelled and killed everyone in her household. Twenty years later, Nicole now dedicates herself to finding a vaccine against vampirism . . . and eradicating the gruesome memories that give her nightmares.
Riker, a member of the wild vampire Moon Clan, is haunted by his own demons – his wife Lorraine had been captured and enslaved by the Martin family. It was during a botched escape attempt that she was killed, along with their unborn child. Still wracked with grief and anger, Riker is now fuelled solely by the desire to rescue vampire slaves . . . and slaughter their owners.
When Riker stumbles upon Nicole in a chance meeting, he immediately recognizes her as a member of the Martin family that once enslaved his wife -and she recognizes him as the wild vampire she saw kissing a pregnant slave in the moments before her violent death – an image that has haunted her dreams for years.
When Riker kidnaps Nicole and they spend a night together in a cave on the way back to his clan, suddenly they begin to realize that they aren’t as different from one another as they may have thought – and they’re finding themselves drawn to one another . . .
It’s 2065. Those born with magic abilities live in government-run zones, without rights or freedoms. Fear of magic created this segregated world and fear keeps it intact.
A high-profile murder brings Detective Nathan Perez to Magic Born Zone 13. He’s had little experience with the Magic Born and isn’t sure what to expect during his first encounter with a witch, but he never thought he’d be so drawn to her.
Trancehacker Calla Vesper uses magic to break into computers and aid the Magic Born underground. She has no interest in helping a cop, even if he is smoking-hot, but money’s tight and Nate offers a tidy amount for help navigating the Zone. Calla’s determined to keep it all business, but sparks start flying before the investigation even gets started.
When Calla’s trancehacking and Nathan’s investigation uncover a conspiracy, Calla becomes a target. Nate can protect her by keeping her role a secret—but then who will protect Nate?
Twelve-year-old Zach is too old to play with toys. Or at least, that’s what his father thinks.
But even though he stops hanging out with Poppy and Alice, stops playing with his action figures, it’s no good. There’s one toy that still wants to play with him. A doll that’s made from the bones of a dead girl.
The only way to end the game is to lay the doll to rest forever. It’s time for a journey to Spring Grove cemetery. It’s time to grow up.
A chilling ghost story by the bestselling author of The Spiderwick Chronicles, Holly Black.
When demons invade her dreams and tease of her death, Quinn, and Aaron, a boy with amnesia, must find a way to banish the darkness back to the underworld for good. That is, unless the demons kill them first.
Book Summary: It’s been twenty three days since Quinn has slept for more than minutes at a time. Demons have invaded her dreams, stalking her, and teasing of her death. The lack of sleep and crippling fear are ruining her life. Energy drinks and caffeine pills don’t make a dent. When Quinn dozes off in the school hallway, Aaron, an amnesiac with a psychic ability, accidentally enters her nightmare. The demons are determined to keep them apart, and Aaron from discovering the secret locked away in his memory. Together, they could banish the darkness back to the underworld for good. That is, unless the demons kill them first.
New York jeweller Garet James has her fair share of problems: money, an elderly father, a struggling business. One day she comes across an antiques shop she’d never noticed before. The owner possesses an old silver box that’s been sealed shut. Would she help an old man and open it, perhaps? She does…and that night strange things begin to happen. It’s as if her world – our world – has shifted slightly, revealing another, parallel place that co-exists without our knowledge: the world of the Fey…
Garet learns that one of her ancestors was ‘the Watchtower’: an immortal chosen to stand guard over the human and the fey worlds – a role that she has, it seems, inherited from her mother. But the equilibrium between these two existences is under threat. The 16th-century magician and necromancer Dr John Dee has returned, the box has been opened and the demons of Despair and Discord released. In a race against time and impending apocalypse, it is Garet who must find Dee…and close the box.
2113. In Jenna Strong’s world, ACID – the most brutal, controlling police force in history – rule supreme. No throwaway comment or muttered dissent goes unnoticed – or unpunished. And it was ACID agents who locked Jenna away for life, for a bloody crime she struggles to remember.
The only female inmate in a violent high-security prison, Jenna has learned to survive by any means necessary. And when a mysterious rebel group breaks her out, she must use her strength, speed and skill to stay one step ahead of ACID – and to uncover the truth about what really happened on that dark night two years ago.
#9 Scorched by Mari Mancusi
Sixteen-year-old Trinity Brown is used to her grandfather’s crazy stories, so she never believed the latest treasure he brought home was a real dragon’s egg. Not until their home is invaded by soldiers trying to steal it and a strange boy who tells her the world as she knows it will be wiped out in a fiery dragon war—unless they work together to stop it. Meantime, there’s a different voice whispering to Trinity, calling to her, telling her what to do…the dragon inside her egg is not ready to give up without a fight.
#10 Shadow Play by Laura Lam
The sequel to Pantomime
He and the white clown, Drystan, take refuge with the once-great magician, Jasper Maske. When Maske agrees to teach them his trade, his embittered rival challenges them to a duel which could decide all of their fates. People also hunt both Micah and the person he was before the circus–the runaway daughter of a noble family. And Micah discovers there is magic and power in the world, far beyond the card tricks and illusions he’s perfecting…
A tale of phantom wings, a clockwork hand, and the delicate unfurling of new love, Shadowplay continues Micah Grey’s extraordinary journey.
Seventeen-year-old Riven is as tough as they come. Coming from a world ravaged by a devastating android war, she has to be. There’s no room for softness, no room for emotion, no room for mistakes. A Legion General, she is the right hand of the young Prince of Neospes, a parallel universe to Earth. In Neospes, she has everything: rank, responsibility and respect. But when Prince Cale sends her away to find his long-lost brother, Caden, who has been spirited back to modern day Earth, Riven finds herself in uncharted territory.
Thrown out of her comfort zone but with the mindset of a soldier, Riven has to learn how to be a girl in a realm that is the opposite of what she knows. Riven isn’t prepared for the beauty of a world that is unlike her own in so many ways. Nor is she prepared to feel something more than indifference for the very target she seeks. Caden is nothing like Cale, but he makes something in her come alive, igniting a spark deep down that goes against every cell in her body. For the first time in her life, Riven isn’t sure about her purpose, about her calling. Torn between duty and desire, she must decide whether Caden is simply a target or whether he is something more.
Faced with hideous reanimated Vector soldiers from her own world with agendas of their own, as well as an unexpected reunion with a sister who despises her, it is a race against time to bring Caden back to Neospes. But things aren’t always as they seem, and Riven will have to search for truth. Family betrayals and royal coups are only the tip of the iceberg. Will Riven be able to find the strength to defy her very nature? Or will she become the monstrous soldier she was designed to be?
The Almost Girl is a richly imagined story of defiance, courage, and heart. It is the tale of a girl who finds her own way on her own terms, a girl who won’t let what she is define her, and a girl who will sacrifice everything she is for the ones she loves. It is a story of someone who eclipses her predestined fate to become something more … something extraordinary.
“Cat, this is Finn. He’s going to be your tutor.”
He looks, and acts human, though he has no desire to be. He was programmed to assist his owners, and performs his duties to perfection. A billion-dollar construct, his primary task now is to tutor Cat. As she grows into a beautiful young woman, Finn is her guardian, her constant companion… and more.
But when the government grants rights to the ever-increasing robot population, however, Finn struggles to find his place in the world.

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We will showcase today the step by step online video course on how to draw Petunia Pig. It will definitely help you enhance your art drawing skills and at the same will assist you in doing such a realistic drawing.
Draw a circular head drawing for the initial step of the tutorial. Trace the face and sketch the face parts making sure to add definition on all of the parts. Draw the massive hair strands followed by the illustration of the hair style. You are now on the middle part of the art course how to draw Petunia Pig. Illustrate Petunia's body, hands on her hips, and her legs with her shoes. Draw the Pig character's dress and outline your drawing. Outline your drawing before you do proper filling out of hues.

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If you are searching for Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI specification, Reviews, photos, and other information then you are in the right place. We will be discussing Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI Engine Technical Data, Fuel Consumption, Emissions, and Range. We will inform you of all the information about Performance, Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight of Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI.
You will get all that you have to think about this specific branded vehicle of Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI. We have presented as much data as anyone could ask about Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI special car. Scroll down the post, to get more info
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI Engine Technical Specs
Best type engine with Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI cylinders. make Inline 4 more unique. It has a Not Found system and the car run by Diesel. The engine size is about 1968 cm3 or 120.1 cu-in.
Total Valves prsent in Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI is 16 Valves. The maximum torque is 360 Nm or 265 lb.ft @ 1600 rpm. The maximum torque limit is 360 Nm or 265 lb.ft @ 1600 rpm. Another great peculiarity is that the car has FWD drive wheels. With transmission gearbox this car has 7 speed Dualclutch Automatic Transmission Relations1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: 6th Gear Ratio: 7th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:.
|Car Name||Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI|
|Engine type – Number of cylinders||Inline 4|
|Fuel System||Not Found|
|Alignment of Engine||Transverse|
|Engine size – Displacement – Engine capacity||1968 cm3 or 120.1 cu-in|
|Bore x Stroke||81.0 x 95.5 mm3.19 x 3.74 inches|
|Valves Number||16 Valves|
|Ratio Of Compression||16|
|Maximum power – Output – Horsepower||150 PS or 148 bhp or 110 kW @ 3000 rpm|
|Maximum torque||360 Nm or 265 lb.ft @ 1600 rpm|
|Drive wheels – Traction – Drivetrain||FWD|
|Transmission Gearbox – Number of speeds||7 speed Dualclutch Automatic Transmission Relations1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: 6th Gear Ratio: 7th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:|
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI Dimensions, Fuel Capacity & Consumption, & All Specs
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI works Not Found on Economy, Highway. On the other hand, it consumes Not Found on Economy, City road. However, The car has a Fuel Tank whose capacity is 50 L 11 UK gallons 13.2 US gallons gallons.
|Fuel Consumption – Economy – City||Not Found|
|Fuel Counsumption||3.6 L/100km 78 mpg UK / 65 mpg US|
|Fuel Consumption – Economy – Highway||Not Found|
|Capacity of Fuel Tank||50 L 11 UK gallons 13.2 US gallons|
|CO2 emissions||96 g/Km (Audi)|
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI Performance, Including Consumption, Capacity, & Other Specs
|Top Speed||232 km/h or 144 Mph|
|Accelaeration ( 0-100 km/h)||8.4 s|
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI Size, Weight, Dimension and Aerodynamics
Audi A3 (8Y) Sedan 35 TDI’s body comes with Sedan. The number of total doors in this car is Not Found. This car’s exact length and width are 449.5 cm or 176.97 inches and 181.6 cm or 71.5 inches, respectively. Height of the car is 142.5 cm or 56.1 inches. The front axle length is 155.4 cm or 61.18 inches. In the other hand, rear axle length is 152.5 cm or 60.04 inches.
The front brakes have Vented discs whose dimension of the discs are Vented Discs (- mm) and Rear Brakes also have Discs where the dimension of the discs are Discs (- mm). It also have 225/45 R17 tyres on the Front Wheels whose width is Not Found. On the other hand, it has about 225/45 R17 tyres on the Rear Wheels whose width is Not Found.
Without occupants or baggage the weight of the car is 1390 kg OR 3064 lbs. The ration of Weight and Power is about 9.3 kg/hp. There is a Not Found Steering in this car. This car’s Front Suspension consists of Independent McPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.. I Rear Suspension it consists of Multilink. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar..
|Number of Doors||Not Found|
|Wheelbase||263.6 cm or 103.78 inches|
|Length||449.5 cm or 176.97 inches|
|Height||155.4 cm or 61.18 inches|
|Axle of Front||152.5 cm or 60.04 inches|
|Axle of Rear||1600 Kg or 3527.39 lbs|
|Maximum Towing Capacity Weight||–|
|Coefficient – CX of Aerodynamic Drag||Vented Discs (- mm)|
|Front Brakes – Disc dimensions||Discs (- mm)|
|Disc Dimension – Rear Brakes||225/45 R17|
|Rims Dimension – Front Tyres||225/45 R17|
|Rims Dimension – Rear Tyres||Not Found|
|Front Wheels Width||Not Found|
|Width of Rear Wheels||1390 kg OR 3064 lbs|
|Weight of Curb||9.3 kg/hp|
|Weight-Power Output Ratio||425 L|
|Capacity of Boot / Trunk||Not Found|
|Steering||Independent McPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.|
|Front Suspension||Multilink. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.|
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July 7, 2016
By Noah Stewart
I’m incredibly excited that Hillary Clinton is the presumptive nominee for the Democratic Party in the 2016 Presidential Race. I can’t wait to watch her debate Donald Trump with poise, stand tall above the low-blow attacks from the GOP, and ultimately win the election in November. I’m excited for Hillary Clinton because she has vast experience and has been put to the test.he’s also tough as nails and has a firm grasp on pressing policy issues in the foreign and domestic realm.
Hillary’s experience in all major areas of policy has been unmatched by any candidate on either side of the aisle for the 2016 race. Her experience at the State Department and as a senator have given her a skillset we need in a President given today’s turbulent international politics.
In addition, she also has vast knowledge of women’s issues, education, the economy, criminal justice reform, prison reform, healthcare reform, banking regulation, and more. She’s not just blowing hot air like Donald Trump. If you ask her about an issue, she gives an eloquent answer with policy proposals to back it up. She is ready to be President and fight for what she believes in.
Another major reason I believe in Hillary is her unwavering ability to keep her poise in the face of all the sexist remarks and unfair associations to her husband’s mistakes that the GOP continually brings up. Being the first woman to clinch the Presidential nomination, she has had to overcome many obstacles which male candidates don’t face. All the while, she doesn’t complain about it in the slightest. I know that she will have no problem handling whatever the GOP tries to throw at her over the next five months.
I believe one of President Obama’s only weaknesses in office was that he came into office without many friends in the Senate or the House who would side with him in passing legislation. Political networking and the system of favors involved with it is something the Clintons know well. Whether we like inside politics or not, it’s a reality. Hillary knows how to maneuver effectively in the game of politics. This strength would undoubtedly help her move her agenda forward and hopefully break up some of the political stagnation the government is suffering.
Earlier in the race, I had issues about the authenticity and level of passion Hillary showed. However, it seems recently she has been acting very presidential and exuding more passion and emotion in her speeches. I was also excited by the news of President Obama’s endorsement of Hillary. I trust and respect the judgment and opinion of Obama and knowing he is excitedly campaigning for Hillary only further confirms both my excitement and passion in supporting her candidacy.
I will be doing all that I can to make sure that Hillary and Bill move back into the White House in January 2016.

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It’s Never Too Late to Learn to Ride Horseback
“It’s Never Too Late” is a new series that tells the story of people who decide to pursue their dreams on their own terms.
Rose Young has an amazing ability to adapt to demanding jobs and intense situations. She was an FBI agent focusing on white collar crimes; a lawyer practicing insurance litigation; and, after returning to North Carolina from Lafayette, Louisiana with her husband and daughter in 2003, a health care compliance officer.
But the only activity she feared, even if she desperately wanted to do it, even as a child, was horseback riding. “I grew up in Hamlet, a small railway town in North Carolina,” said Ms. Young, 65. “I was five when I saw my first horse and wanted a lesson. I was driven once or twice by a neighbor, who had a horse on his farm, but it was a rare pleasure. I never rode a horse again.
Several months before the pandemic, Ms Young, then 63, took her first riding lesson in English. (She ran into a woman at work who put her in touch with an instructor willing to take on an older student.) One class turned into two, which quickly became monthly. Then it became a one-year project. Then a life changing experience. (The following interview has been edited and condensed.)
Why didn’t you take lessons as a child?
I grew up in a modest home. My parents were blue collar workers and worked very hard. There was nothing for the extras. So I convinced myself that riding wasn’t for me, which is sad. When I grew up I could have taken the time to do one lesson a month but I was intimidated and uncomfortable. And there was fear.
What are you afraid of ?
Fall or hurt me. But in 2003, I was diagnosed with breast cancer and had a mastectomy. It changed things. It’s motivation. You have to follow your dreams when you have the chance because you don’t know how long you will have the opportunity.
How did you find the courage to take the first step?
I didn’t let breast cancer scare me, and I didn’t let it take the joy out of my life. It would have been a disaster. I decided I was going to have another life. To learn to ride was to find new joy. It was also a reward for surviving something very dark and coming out the other side.
How did you get started?
Even though I live in an area where a lot of people own horses, I had to find someone willing to put himself and his horse at the disposal of an older student. Lots of places train children. Finding someone to try their luck with an older student, who is at risk of injury or who might not be open to learning, is more difficult. It took me a month to find my first instructor. I have also read books and watched countless videos.
What were your biggest challenges?
Find the right instructor, then find the right horse. At the moment, I am on my fifth instructor and sixth horse. I finally think I’ve found the right one. Also overcome the fear of falling or hurting myself. I fell four times and had a concussion. I had doubts before continuing. I thought maybe I was crazy for doing this. I took a few weeks off. Then I tried another horse and another, until I found one that I wasn’t afraid of.
When was your light bulb moment?
I had a few friends who took up horseback riding later in life; it was inspiring. Then an older friend who had had a knee replacement and who thought she would never go back, decided to start competing again. It was also inspiring. I thought, ‘if she can do it, so can I.’
How does it feel to finally be on horseback?
At first it was more scary than impressive. I forced myself to breathe and disperse the anxiety. Horses are beautiful, intelligent and sensitive. Their eyes are moving. There is nothing better than being up there and feeling real synchrony and connection with another being. We are both moving towards the same goal. It’s a fleeting, fluid and effortless connection. You feel outside of yourself. And there is something very appealing and empowering about being able to control and influence the behavior of something bigger than you.
What did you learn about yourself during this time?
That I’m not afraid to fail. That in the interest of learning something new that is valuable to me, I am willing to look silly. That you cannot rush this process. It took me a long time to understand. I wanted to learn everything in a month. This does not happen. I keep learning. I still have a long way to go. I repressed my desire to ride for so long because it was inconvenient or expensive or took too long or was out of reach. These were excuses to justify my inaction. I realized it was stupid. I wanted to do it when I was a kid, I learned I had to give it to myself now.
How has your life changed since you started riding?
He was enriched by this process. Small wins add up to a bigger goal. I have learned to slow down and enjoy every moment that I am with the horse. I try to take pleasure in the feeling of accomplishment.
What are your future plans?
My next big step is to rent a horse in October, which would mean being able to ride outside of a lesson. I would be alone on horseback. You have to reach a certain skill level before you can do this.
What has horse riding brought you that you weren’t expecting?
It intensified all aspects of my life. It made everything more interesting, brighter, more alive. It rejuvenated my curiosity and interest in everything around me.
What would you say to people who feel stuck and are looking to make a difference?
Think back to what made you happy when you were young and see if that is something you can find inspiration or joy in. Then find the time and the capacity to do it.
What lessons can people learn from your experience?
Don’t be afraid of embarrassment or being open to criticism. You have to accept that you are not in control. And don’t let fear get in your way. It will become less scary each time you try.
We’re looking for people who decide it’s never too late to change course, change their life, and pursue their dreams. Should we talk to you or someone you know? Share your story here.
#Late #Learn #Ride #Horseback


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Matches Gov. Cuomo's grant challenge to build KeyBank Crossing, which will house vintage DeAngelis Carousel on Buffalo's waterfront
KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation announced $1.2 million in new funding for the nonprofit dedicated to the renovation and relocation of the vintage DeAngelis Carousel in a new structure at Canalside in Buffalo.
The funding, announced Thursday for the not-for-profit Buffalo Heritage Carousel Inc., answers the call of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, who committed $1.2 million in New York state funding as part of a matching grant challenge.
"We are honored by the wonderful support and partnership of KeyBank and First Niagara Foundation. This is an incredible gift coming from great corporate leaders as Buffalo Heritage Carousel works to provide family-oriented recreation on Buffalo's waterfront and to celebrate Western New York's industrial heritage and legacy of leadership in renewable energy," said Laurie Hauer-LaDuca, president, Buffalo Heritage Carousel.
The organization is overseeing the renovation and relocation of a historic carousel manufactured in 1924 by Spillman Engineering in North Tonawanda to Canalside in downtown Buffalo. The venue will provide family-oriented recreation with an educational value at the terminus of the Erie Canal, for the benefit of residents and tourists alike.
"KeyBank is proud to invest in the future of Buffalo and work with Gov. Cuomo to bring this cultural gem to our city. KeyBank's commitment to Buffalo runs deep and includes transformational investments in jobs, neighborhoods, education and arts and culture throughout the region. From our regional headquarters in Larkinville to KeyBank Center, we are committed to supporting Buffalo's renaissance," said Gary Quenneville, upstate New York regional executive, KeyBank. "This project will be a wonderful addition to our city's Canalside neighborhood and is certain to help it thrive."
The funding from KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation, which was made possible through a gift from Key, will allow Buffalo Heritage Carousel to construct a solar-powered building to house the renovated historic carousel, protecting it and ensuring it can be enjoyed year-round, while also providing space for events and activities. The state-of-the-art building, which will now be named KeyBank Crossing, will also feature rooms dedicated to education, history and meeting space, as well as a gift shop.
"There are so many great things taking place on our city's beautiful waterfront, and the installation of this carousel will only continue that trend," said Gary Crosby, who is president of the First Niagara Foundation and a member of KeyCorp's board of directors. "The First Niagara Foundation is committed to community development projects that will make Western New York an even better place for years to come. We know this investment will do just that and we're thrilled to be a part of it."
KeyBank and the First Niagara Foundation each contributed to the $1.2 million in new funding announced today. The First Niagara Foundation continues to serve the Western New York community as an independent charitable foundation following First Niagara Bank's merger with KeyCorp.
The carousel is expected to open in May of 2018. For more information, visit www.buffaloheritagecarousel.org.


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What we love about this style: Add a pop of 'violine' to your closet with this soft and snuggly Safi Sweater Vest by La Petite Maille by FRNCH! Hand-knit with careful attention in Italy, this luxurious vest will keep you warm and looking stylish all winter long. Get ready to wrap yourself in cozy alpaca goodness!
About the brand: FRNCH, pronounced "French" - has become a fashion code-name to characterize a complete wardrobe with Parisian influences. From it's artistic studio in the 3rd district of Paris, FRNCH delivers a contemporary study of the mythical Parisian silhouette that Franck and Chloé renew every season. Dedicated to a city that embraces elegance and simplicity, FRNCH's ready-to-wear concept also boldly merges the feminine look with the masculine. The result is an audacious expression of Parisian style, culture and way of being. FRNCH is a collection of clean lines, refined fabrics, and sophisticated details developed with a touch of vintage in a variety of timeless pieces.
It is made of: 42% polyamide, 26% acrylic, 14% baby alpaca, 14% wool, 4% elastane
Here’s how to care for it: Hand wash, cold, do not bleach, line dry, low heat iron. Do not tumble dry.
Our take on the fit: This is a loose fit style that runs true to size with approximately S/M=2-6, M/L=8-12

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Place Harry Styles within an eight mile radius of any woman over the age of 30 and we have a case of “R They Dating or Wut?” on our hands.
The latest of those 30+-year-old females to fall in Harry’s Potential Girlfriend jurisdiction (a region you can totally look up on Google Maps if you don’t believe us) is Kimberly Stewart, better known as singer Rod Stewart’s 33-year-old daughter.
Currently, Harry’s on a break from his One Direction bros across the pond, and he’s taking full advantage of that freedom to pollute the press with hookup rumors from page one of People to page 1,020 of Us Weekly.
Last Thursday, the 19-year-old singer was caught alongside Kimberly at Dan Tana’s restaurant in West Hollywood.
The two ate dinner with Sean Stewart (sorry, Sean, we only bold the semi-semi-semi-famous names around here) and Adrienne Maloof (see what we mean?); they were also joined by the clan’s patriarch Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster.
Besides “What are the specials?”, the must-know question of the evening’s patrons was “Is this a business meeting or one of the most awkward-triple-dates in British singer crossover history?”
According to a People source, who was probably really good at starting rumors in high school, says they’re dating. “Age doesn’t really matter in the Stewart family,” the source said. “Kim and Harry looked like they were enjoying each other’s company.”
This statement, only then to be immediately refuted by another source for the mag. “Harry’s not dating Kim. He was flirting with a different blonde at the SoHo House on Friday night.”
Then there’s the suggestion that the two were just dishing business over Italian appetizers and that there’s a musical collaboration in the works, though there’s nothing to confirm this.
After checking into Rod’s schedule in LA, it seems the whole situation is neither. Nothing more than Brits running into Brits in America and enjoying one another’s accents and company. Rod had just performed a concert at The Troubadour the same night, which Harry attended.


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In the dark woods of East Texas, the soldiers of Hell lay their trap for unwitting travelers as this epic urban legend continues to weave its disturbing spell. Sadly, another poor soul makes a fateful wrong turn that could have deadly consequences.
Starring: Michelle Vanegas, Cody Hinson, Jennifer Ladenburg, Jenn Lyon, Ashtyn Sonner, Misty Coty, Laura Carter, Andrew Russell, Brooke Riley, Greg Clark, Brack Tipton, Matthew Misamore, Asad Latif, Glen Philip, Garret Graham, Grace Carpenter, Jessica Sahm, George H. Russell, Dr. Kenneth L. Russell, Amy Nolte
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“A ball player’s got to be kept hungry to become a big-leaguer. That’s why no boy from a rich family ever made the big leagues.” Spoken from a truly talented Hall of Famer who grew up in a poor family.
“You’ve got to remember – I’m 83.” Cobb on why he thought he would only hit .300 against modern-day pitching; comically referring to the question as standing at the plate in his current age.
“Speed is a great asset; but it’s greater when it’s combined with quickness – and there’s a big difference.” The man who is 4th on the all-time steals list speaking of the art of having speed as a tool.
“Third ain’t so bad if nothin’ is hit to you.” Yogi on Casey Stengal’s decision to try him at third base.


The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of wireless broadband provider Clearwire Corp. has a message for the companies vying to compete with it as providers of high-speed fourth-generation (4G) connectivity: it doesn't intend to give up its lead.
"Clearwire is setting the pace for everyone else," said CTO John Saw in an interview. Saw, who oversees the engineers and workers who are designing and building Clearwire's national 4G network, says he is turning on several cell sites per hour to meet the company's build out goals. He describes the rate as "one that has never been done before." Clearwire's target is to cover 120 million Americans with service before the end of the year. The company currently covers about 60 million people.
Saw's remarks come at a key point for the telecom industry. In the past week, the race to roll out networks that support 4G wireless broadband got even faster.
On Sept. 16, news broke that Verizon Wireless plans to activate its chosen flavor of 4G, called LTE, in 30 large U.S. cities by the end of the year. On the same day, AT&T revved up its 4G deployment, revealing it will launch its LTE network in mid-2011. Sprint Nextel, which is Clearwire's majority owner and re-sells its service under its own brand, also chose that day to detail its plan to bring 4G to New York City in coming weeks.
Yesterday, MetroPCS accelerated the pace further by announcing it had switched on 4G in its first market of Las Vegas. The move makes the Dallas-based company the country's first operator to deliver LTE. (Clearwire uses a different type of 4G called WiMax, though it may later switch to LTE.)
Virginia-based LightSquared is expediting its 4G plans, too. The startup, which wants to establish a nationwide LTE network and sell capacity on a wholesale basis, now aims to start building in mid-December.
The bustle cranks up the pressure on Clearwire, which was the first company to bring wireless 4G to the U.S. back in Jan. 2009. Once these other companies muscle in, Clearwire may find it more difficult to sell its own service, which it has primarily marketed as faster than its competition's.
Saw doesn't regard MetroPCS, which is the fifth-largest carrier in the U.S., as a direct competitor yet, noting the different scope of the two companies' plans. "We're building a network to cover 120 million people…that's much bigger than what MetroPCS has talked about," he says.
Saw is acutely aware of the timing pressures, however. "Everyone else…is accelerating," he says. "We are working as fast as we can to make sure sites get up. Obviously, we want to make sure we stay ahead of everybody."
Moving swiftly does not mean rushing to switch on important markets like New York or San Francisco, Saw cautions. Despite multiple 4G "sightings" in San Francisco over the past few days, Clearwire says it has not fully activated the city. Rather, the company is in "continuous testing mode" in San Francisco, New York and several other markets to "really optimize the network for those customers," according to Saw. "I'm not surprised that people are finding 4G coverage in San Francisco," he adds. "But we're still in the fine-tuning phase there."


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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
There are many signs and symptoms that can be caused by PCOS Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. PCOS treatments, low carb and ketogenic diets for women with PCOS are discussed in this article.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a major cause of infertility, menstrual irregularity, and reduced quality of life in reproductive age women. PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders of reproductive aged women affecting 6-10% of the population with this going as high as 18%. The condition results from a cluster of hormonal abnormalities, namely elevated insulin, elevated androgens, reduced progesterone, which contribute to the signs and symptoms which may include:
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Despite the name of the syndrome, many women who receive this diagnosis do not have cysts on their ovaries, so the condition is somewhat of a misnomer. A closer look at the hormones involved reveals that true PCOS is not merely the absence of ovulation or menstrual periods; it is fundamentally a metabolic disorder.
PCOS is associated with – if not outright caused by – blood sugar and insulin dysregulation. As with metabolic syndrome, PCOS is classified as a syndrome and not a disease, as there is not one individual test or biomarker that is diagnostic of the condition, but rather, several indicators that point to a unifying underlying cause. However, chronic hyperinsulinaemia and insulin resistance are cardinal features of PCOS. Whilst obesity is a common feature, about half of those diagnosed with PCOS have a normal weight.
Insulin resistance is implicated in the ovulatory dysfunction of PCOS by disrupting the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis. The actions of insulin lead to other hormonal alterations that have profound ramifications for the menstrual cycle, fertility, and overall quality of life for women. Chronically elevated insulin stimulates ovarian and adrenal androgen production and decreases levels of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG). Hyperinsulinaemia augments luteinizing hormone-stimulated androgen production by the ovaries and stimulates adrenal androgen production, while inhibiting hepatic synthesis of sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) resulting in increased free testosterone levels. Various feedback loops are modulated such that production of luteinizing hormone (LH) is increased, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is reduced, resulting in increased androgen synthesis and interference with normal follicular development and ovulation. All women normally produce ovarian testosterone from LH stimulating pre-dominant follicles. In PCOS, abnormally elevated LH influences excessive ovarian testosterone production. A dominant follicle does not develop properly (which in a normal cycle would culminate in ovulation), but instead becomes cystic. Insulin may drive abnormal LH hypersecretion, which then drives ovarian testosterone hyperproduction. Interventions that reduce insulin levels may help normalize these other hormones and allows the cycle to operate normally.
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HEALTH staff struggled to sedate a mentally ill man - who threatened to fight crocs in a billabong - because local police can't take after-hours calls, a remote resident said.
And the resident - Syd Laker of Gunbalanya, which is also known as Oenpelli - said it could sooner or later see someone hurt or killed.
Mr Laker said he, two nurses, and a doctor had to follow an agitated man around town for two hours until about 1.30am yesterday.
"We were trying to get him to calm down, to go to the clinic to be sedated," he said.
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"At one stage he jumped the fence beside the police station - there's a billabong out there that holds crocs.
"I said to him there might be crocs, you better jump this side of the fence ... he said bring it on."
Mr Laker said it took two hours and a number of calls to Triple 0 and the Darwin police centre to have a local policeman sent out.
Police media spokeswoman Katie Fowden said that was incorrect.
She said the medical staff and Darwin operators were liaising over a number of calls, and when the doctor decided police needed to come out, police were sent.
"Police were called out by the call centre in Darwin and police responded accordingly," she said.
But Mr Laker said it happened after he called the private phone of a local cop, who rang his supervisor for permission to attend.
He said that police at the local station had recently been told to stop taking after-hours calls.
"They've been given a directive a couple of months ago not to answer calls after hours. It came up at a heads-of-agency meeting," he said.
He said local cops were best-placed to decide how serious a situation in the community was.
"How can you have somebody sitting in Darwin sipping on a cup of coffee deciding how bad a man is that's wandering around Oenpelli? Somebody, sooner or later, is going to get hurt or killed."


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Leader of the Opposition (Alberta)
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The Leader of the Opposition has been a position in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta since 1905 to present.
Alberta has enjoyed long periods of stable government rule, and has elected massive government majority during almost every election in its history. In most other legislatures in Canada,the opposition party is traditionally recognized as a government in waiting, and will alternate periods of government among two or three parties. In Alberta however the opposition has traditionally been very small in terms of seat numbers, and highly unstable in terms of party leadership.
The Conservative and Liberal years 1905 to 1940
The Conservatives looked poised to form government after a strong showing in the 1917 general election. However both the Liberals and Conservatives were wiped out of the legislature in the 1921 general election by the United Farmers of Alberta. Albertans still distrusting of old line dominion parties opted instead for a new party that had third party status as the Non-Partisan League of Alberta and later became the United Farmers.
With the Conservatives wiped out of the legislature the Liberals formed the opposition from 1921 to 1926 confined to the cities of Calgary and Edmonton. The Liberals were helped by the fact that the United Farmers did not typically run candidates in the cities. From 1926 to 1940 there was no official opposition leader due to a Speaker's ruling that divided the Official Opposition funding between all the party leaders. However the Liberals remained the largest opposition party during this period.
A brand new party, Social Credit under William Aberhart, swept to power in the 1935 provincial election never previously having had a seat in the legislature while the United Farmers were completely wiped out.
The Unity Movement to the rise of Lougheed 1940 to 1971
Opposition through the 1940s was dominated by the Unity Movement a coalition by Liberal and Conservatives and some former UFA supporters organized by former UFA MP Alfred Speakman to run candidates as Independents, in the Alberta general election, 1940 the movement was successful at forming a large opposition that nearly equaled the popular vote of the ruling Alberta Social Credit Party. The Independents however turned out to be conflicted and hard to sustain as a united force. From 1940 to 1944 the leaders of the opposition changed with every legislative session.
The Independents were promoted through a third party group known as the Independent Citizen's Association. The last Independent opposition leader John Percy Page ran for the Citizen's Association in 1948 but was defeated, ending the Unity Movement.
The Independents' popularity started to decline in the late 1940s with new found prosperity in Alberta and satisfaction with new Premier Ernest Manning as well as the province's business elite and newspaper editorial boards preferring to back Social Credit rather than risk the socialist Co-operative Commonwealth Federation of Alberta coming to power as they had in Saskatchewan in 1944. The Liberal Party's support grew as support for the federal Progressive Conservative Party of Canada declined. The Liberals formed the official opposition from 1951 until the 1967 general election when the Progressive Conservatives shocked the province by winning 6 seats.
The Progressive Conservatives led by Peter Lougheed grew to 10 members through winning 2 by-elections and 2 floor crossings. The Progressive Conservatives defeated the 35 year rule of Social Credit in the 1971 general election and have held government ever since.
Modern day opposition 1971 to present
From 1971 to 1982 the remains of the former Social Credit government held the opposition, they were unable to make a smooth transition and did not elect any new members in this period. The party collapsed in 1982, when its last 2 caucus members left to sit as Independents. The party has not been a significant force in Alberta since.
After the 1982 general election the speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta had to make a controversial ruling, on the 2 former Social Credit members bid to became the official opposition, or decide if it should go to the New Democratic Party which held 2 seats. The speaker ruled in favor of the NDP. The new found opposition status would help the party grow to 16 seats from 1986 to 1993 until they were wiped out of the legislature by popular Liberal leader Laurence Decore.
The Liberals would once again become the official opposition for the first time since 1967 under Laurence Decore who help the Liberals soar to popularity not seen since the early 1900s. Decore however did not last long as his health started to fail, and the Liberal party lost popularity as the Progressive Conservatives recovered support under Ralph Klein. The Liberals have held official opposition to present day with varying degrees of success. In the 2004 general election the Liberal gained to 16 seats under Kevin Taft, half of the 32 under Laurence Decore, however their popular vote still decreased, these gains were made in large part to votes siphoned by the Alberta Alliance Party and a depressed voter turnout.
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- California Supreme Court Holds That an Independent Agent's Knowledge of Material Facts Can Affect an Insurer's Ability to Rescind.
- July 26, 2005 | Author: Yvette L. Espinoza
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On July 7, 2005, the California Supreme Court issued its opinion in O'Riordan v. Federal Kemper Life Assurance, no. S115495, ___ Cal. 4th ___ (2005), in which it held that an independent agent has a duty to disclose to an insurer any material information he or she has pertaining to a life insurance applicant and that an insurer is deemed to have knowledge of any such facts. In addition, the Court ignored the insurer's expressed intent and provided its own interpretation of two application questions regarding the applicant's smoking history because it believed the questions lacked specificity.
The pertinent facts of the O'Riordan case are as follows: In 1996 plaintiff Patrick O'Riordan ("Plaintiff") and his spouse, Amy, met with Robert Hoyme ("Hoyme"), an independent life insurance agent, in order to replace their existing life insurance policies with term life insurance. Hoyme suggested a policy issued by defendant Federal Kemper Life Assurance Company ("Kemper"). The application asked two questions regarding tobacco use: 1) "Have you smoked cigarettes in the past 36 months?" and 2) "Have you used tobacco in any other form in the past 36 months?" Amy told Hoyme that her previous life insurance policy was a "smokers' policy" because she used to smoke but quit in 1991 (five years before the Kemper application). She also told Hoyme that she "might have had a couple of cigarettes in the last couple of years." Hoyme replied, "That's not really what they're looking for. They're looking for smokers." It is not clear from the record whether it was Amy or Hoyme who checked "no" in response to the two questions at issue. Plaintiff and his spouse were also required to submit blood and urine for testing to determine, among other things, whether their blood contained any evidence of smoking. The tests showed no traces of nicotine.
In May 1996, Plaintiff and his spouse submitted their applications to Kemper for approval. At the same time, Hoyme submitted a request to be appointed as a Kemper agent. Hoyme's request to be appointed as a Kemper agent was approved two days after he met with Plaintiff and his spouse. On June 28, 1996, Kemper issued a term life insurance policy to Amy at the preferred nonsmoker rate and listed Plaintiff as the beneficiary. In November 1997, Amy was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. She died on June 26, 1998, two days before the policy's two-year contestability period expired.
Plaintiff submitted a claim for life insurance benefits under the policy issued to Amy. Kemper conducted an investigation which revealed that in July 1995 (less than a year before applying for the Kemper policy), Amy had requested and received from her physician a nicotine patch. Based primarily on this information, Kemper rescinded the policy issued to Amy and denied Plaintiff's claim.
Plaintiff then filed suit against Kemper, Hoyme, and the insurance marketing corporation for which Hoyme worked. Plaintiff's causes of action included breach of contract, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, negligence, fraud, negligent misrepresentation, and "emotional distress."
Kemper successfully moved for summary judgment on the ground that the facts were undisputed that Amy falsely answered the application's questions about smoking.
The Court of Appeal affirmed the judgment in favor of Kemper, concluding in part that even if Amy had smoked only two cigarettes in the 36 months preceding her application, she concealed the extent of her cigarette usage because she answered "no" to the two questions at issue.
The California Supreme Court reversed the judgment of the Court of Appeal. The Court interpreted the first application question ("Have you smoked cigarettes in the past 36 months?") as an attempt to determine Amy's habitual use of cigarettes. The Court reasoned that if Kemper had intended to determine whether she had smoked a single cigarette, it would have asked about the smoking of "any" cigarette. Regarding the second question ("Have you used tobacco in any other form in the past 36 months?"), the Court read this question in conjunction with the prior question, instead of independently, and determined that if Amy had smoked only a couple of cigarettes but had not used tobacco in any other form, then she had not concealed her cigarette usage by answering "no" to this question.
The Court further opined that even if those two questions required the disclosure of the smoking of a single cigarette, Amy did not conceal this information, because she mentioned it to Hoyme. The Court reasoned that once Hoyme became Kemper's agent, he had a duty to disclose to Kemper any material information he had concerning Amy's life insurance application and Kemper was deemed to have knowledge of such facts. The Court found that it did not matter that Hoyme found out about Amy's cigarette use before he became Kemper's agent, because "the principal is charged with knowledge which his agent acquires before the commencement of the relationship when that knowledge can reasonably be said to be present in the mind of the agent while acting for the principal." Columbia Pictures Corp. v. DeToth, 87 Cal. App. 2d 620, 631 (1948). Based on the foregoing, the Court found that the extent of Amy's cigarette use and the scope of Hoyme's knowledge of her cigarette use were disputed material facts.
This decision broadens the potential liability for insurance companies because the knowledge of material facts by an independent agent about an applicant, not disclosed in his or her application, was imputed to the insurer. Furthermore, the opinion illustrates how the intent of an insurer through its application question can be disregarded if a court believes the question can be interpreted otherwise. This emphasizes the importance of making certain that the application includes all information that has been obtained by the agent in response to any of the questions in the application.

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Balancing Commuting and Career Aspirations
Balancing commuting and career aspirations can be a challenging task, requiring individuals to juggle time, energy, and resources. In this article, we will explore the challenges of commuting and career aspirations, strategies for managing them, and the impact of commuting on career advancement. By understanding these aspects, individuals can find ways to strike a balance and adapt to the changing landscape of work and transportation.
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Traffic and Time Management
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Commuting to work can come with significant financial costs, including gas, tolls, and parking fees. These expenses can add up over time, impacting one’s budget and overall financial stability. It’s important to carefully consider these costs and explore valuable tips for prioritization. Here’s a table to illustrate the breakdown of these costs:
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Flexible Work Arrangements
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Remote Work Opportunities provide employees with the flexibility to work from home or other locations, reducing the need for daily commuting. This can lead to improved work-life balance and reduced traffic-related stress. Additionally, remote work can lower financial costs associated with daily travel. Embracing remote work aligns with personal aspirations for a more flexible and fulfilling career.
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Remote work offers a new way to achieve work-life balance and pursue personal aspirations.
Alternative Transportation Options
Alternative Transportation Options
When it comes to managing commuting and career aspirations, alternative transportation options can play a significant role in alleviating the challenges of daily travel. From reducing commuting time to minimizing environmental impact, exploring different modes of transportation can open up new possibilities for professionals. For example, cycling or walking to work not only promotes physical well-being but also reduces the reliance on traditional vehicles. Additionally, considering public transportation or carpooling can help in reducing individual financial costs. Exploring these options can lead to a more balanced and sustainable approach to commuting, allowing individuals to focus on their careers without being burdened by the stress of daily travel.
Exploring alternative transportation options can lead to a more balanced and sustainable approach to commuting, allowing individuals to focus on their careers without being burdened by the stress of daily travel.
Impact of Commuting on Career Advancement
Professional Development Opportunities
When it comes to professional development opportunities, commuting can pose significant challenges. The time spent in traffic can limit the ability to attend workshops, seminars, and networking events. This can hinder the pursuit of career advancement and meeting productivity goals. Additionally, the mental and physical toll of commuting may affect one’s ability to focus and perform at their best. It’s important for organizations to recognize these challenges and provide support for employees to overcome them.
Commuting can impact an individual’s ability to fully engage in professional development activities.
|Mental and Physical Toll
Networking in a commuter lifestyle can present unique challenges, especially in maintaining clear boundaries between work and personal life. It’s important to establish a balance and prioritize professional connections without compromising personal time. One effective strategy is to create a schedule that allows for dedicated networking opportunities. Additionally, leveraging online platforms and virtual events can help overcome physical distance barriers. By setting realistic expectations and maintaining a proactive approach, professionals can navigate networking challenges while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Mental and Physical Well-being
The daily commute can have a significant impact on an individual’s health and well-being. It can lead to increased stress, fatigue, and decreased physical activity. In order to address these challenges, it is important to implement effective strategies for managing mental and physical well-being. This may include prioritizing self-care, seeking support from healthcare professionals, and engaging in stress-relieving activities. It’s crucial to recognize the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, even in the face of commuting challenges.
|Strategies for Managing Well-being
|Seek support from professionals
|Engage in stress-relieving activities
Implementing effective strategies is essential for maintaining a healthy mindset and physical wellness amidst the demands of commuting and career aspirations.
Finding a Balance
After considering the challenges and strategies for managing commuting and career aspirations, it’s crucial to find a balance that prioritizes both professional growth and personal well-being. This balance requires a combination of flexibility in work arrangements, effective time management, and a focus on mental and physical well-being. It’s important to recognize that commuting can impact an individual’s mental health, which is why implementing mental health techniques is essential for maintaining overall well-being. The table below outlines the impact of commuting on career advancement and the corresponding strategies for managing these challenges.
Adapting to Change
Adapting to change is crucial in navigating the challenges of commuting and pursuing career aspirations. It requires a shift in mindset and a willingness to embrace new opportunities. One effective strategy is to explore remote work opportunities that allow for greater flexibility and reduce the impact of traffic and time constraints. Additionally, seeking professional development opportunities and expanding networking connections can help mitigate the effects of commuting on career advancement. Embracing change opens up possibilities for growth and success in the face of commuting challenges.
As we look ahead to the future, it is important to consider the impact of commuting on our career aspirations. With the advancement of AI-Tech News, the landscape of work and commuting may undergo significant changes. It is crucial to stay informed and adaptable to these developments. Additionally, exploring flexible work arrangements and alternative transportation options will be essential in achieving a healthy balance. Embracing innovative approaches and remaining open to change will be key to navigating the evolving intersection of commuting and career aspirations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I manage my time effectively while dealing with traffic and commuting?
Time management techniques such as prioritizing tasks, using commute time for personal development (e.g., podcasts, audiobooks), and planning alternative routes can help in managing time effectively.
What are some tips for maintaining work-life balance while commuting long distances?
Maintaining work-life balance can be achieved by setting boundaries, practicing self-care during commute (e.g., meditation, listening to music), and utilizing flexible work arrangements to reduce commuting stress.
How can I reduce the financial costs associated with commuting to work?
Reducing financial costs can be done by carpooling, using public transportation, negotiating remote work opportunities, and exploring employer-sponsored commuting benefits.
What are some effective flexible work arrangements to manage commuting and career aspirations?
Flexible work arrangements such as compressed workweeks, flextime, and telecommuting can help in managing commuting and career aspirations effectively.
How can I maintain professional development opportunities while dealing with long commutes?
Maintaining professional development can be achieved by utilizing commute time for learning (e.g., online courses, industry podcasts), attending virtual networking events, and seeking mentorship opportunities within the workplace.
What are some strategies for improving mental and physical well-being during long commutes?
Improving mental and physical well-being can be done by practicing mindfulness exercises, engaging in physical activity before or after commuting, and creating a positive commute routine with enjoyable activities.

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Breeze Motel, Kalba (Sharjah) is a property located in the heart of Khorkalba situated on the east coast of UAE, directly overlooking the calm and clear water of the Arabian Gulf. A mere 10 minutes drive to Fujairah Airport and Fujairah Shopping arcade which is good for family excursion and people who loved to stay in the country side for a weekend.
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We studied numerically and experimentally the effects of structural disorder on the performance of ultraviolet photonic crystal slab lasers. Optical gain selectively amplifies the high-quality modes of the passive system. For these modes, the in-plane and out-of-plane leakage rates may be automatically balanced in the presence of disorder. The spontaneous optimization of in-plane and out-of-plane confinement of light in a photonic crystal slab may lead to a reduction of the lasing threshold.
A. Yamilov et al., "Self-Optimization of Optical Confinement in an Ultraviolet Photonic Crystal Slab Laser," Physical Review Letters, American Physical Society (APS), Jan 2006.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.96.083905
National Science Foundation (U.S.)
University of Missouri--Rolla
Keywords and Phrases
Laser Modes; Photonic Crystals; Solid Lasers; Ultraviolet Sources
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© 2006 American Physical Society (APS), All rights reserved.
01 Jan 2006


Summer time! With growing season it’s the perfect time to make healthier food choices. With longer days, outdoor living and loads of Vit D from the sun.
Regardless of where you are in your health journey I think it’s fair to say that everyone wants to improve and protect their health when it comes to the sun.
I hope your knowledge of the value of the liver and it’s role in managing health has grown and your concern about protection from the sun has you thinking about purchasing the safest product.
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Does your sunscreen actually protect your family? Or are the claims just marketing hype?
Only a quarter of the more than 800 beach and sports sunscreens analyzed by Environmental Working Group for our 2012 Sunscreen Guide meet our standards for effectiveness and safety. But we’re happy to report that’s actually progress! The sunscreen industry is taking notice. This time last year we could only recommend 20 percent of the sun protection products we evaluated, and in 2010 it was even worse: just 1-in-12.
You demanded that the market offer you better options, and sunscreen makers listened. To keep up the momentum, we need you to keep demanding improved sunscreens. One-in-four is better than last year, but it’s not good enough for your family.
A quarter of this year’s products still contain vitamin A ingredients that accelerate the growth of skin tumors and lesions on sun-exposed skin, according to recent government studies. Also, 56 of the products we reviewed had no active ingredients that protect against the sun’s damaging UVA rays. And the industry continues to load store shelves with sunscreens that claim misleading, sky-high SPF ratings that may protect against sunburn-causing UVB rays but leave skin vulnerable to UVA.
Sort through the sunscreen noise – click here for EWG’s 2012 Sunscreen Guide.
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- Our updated Hall of Shame, which highlights many of the gimmicks used to market children’s sunscreens.
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If you are looking for a town with historic scenery and small town charm, you'll find that in Midland Park. Here are a few of my favorite places to eat there. I hope you have a chance to try them out.
My favorite breakfast spot is Midland Park Bagels and Deli. The bagels are delicious and they craft the perfect mix of softness and chew. You won't regret stopping in here.
Grosso's La Strada is the perfect deli for lunch. If you are in the mood for Italian deli food you can't go wrong here. I highly recommend that you try one of their signature subs.
If it's a cozy meal you're looking for, then visit Samsone's Family Restaurant. Perfect for a breakfast or brunch, the omelets here are delicious. You'll feel right at home here.
My choice for dinner is Hogan's Restaurant Diner. Here you will find classic diner fare with some gourmet twists mixed in. Their chocolate chip banana pancakes are wonderful and their off-the-wall pizza burger is great if you are wanting to try something different.
Finally, Fiona's Ristorante is the perfect place for date night. They offer the best in elegant dining. You can enjoy a delicious Italian fare or a juicy steak.

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Here at Renkkotenkon.com we love dogs. Throughout history dogs have been an integral part of human life, both as companions and for filling various work roles. Dogs have been used as guide dogs, as herding dogs, as hunting dogs, and much more. The term man’s best friend is a very fitting one indeed.
Dogs have been cherished throughout history. Attempts have been made throughout history to breed and cross breed dogs to develop desired traits. To fine tune existing breeds or to create new ones. This has resulted in hundreds of purebred breeds and even more mixed breeds. Here at Renkkotenkon.com we welcome you on the journey to learn more about some of them.

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Abstract Art Anything Goes with Valerie Zadow
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16” x 20” canvas - nothing smaller than 12” x 14” canvas
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Please paint one layer in any colour you choose, prior to the first day, this will be your undercoat, you will not see it later.
A variety of different materials to use for your piece, ex. String, buttons, beads, chains, keys, nuts & bolts, old jewelry, silk flowers & leaves, mesh bags, etc. (No perishables or heavy/large objects as they have to stick on)


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Pope Francis is one of the most respected men in the world. He has great capacity for social and political change and has a huge influence on the minds of the people. However, his recent political stances have stirred the pot, as people question whether a religious leader should be involved in politics at all. There is a call for religion and politics to be kept in separate spheres. Why should the pope stay away from politics?
I applaud the pope’s efforts to use his power for good by addressing the needs of society in the political sphere. He is very progressive in a world that tends to equate religion with regression, or an archaic concept. Some would say that the pope should focus on religious matters, but I think that speaking out in favor of keeping our environment safe and caring about less privileged people is a religious matter. It is very akin to Jesus’ message of care and compassion, mercy, and goodwill.
Pope Francis has used his voice to speak on important social issues, such as climate change, immigration, United States-Cuba relations, and the death penalty. Particularly, as someone who advocates for urgent measures to combat man-made climate change, it is refreshing to have someone so highly influential address the dangers of climate change.
There is of course the question of whether so much power should be given to a religious leader, especially when religion and politics are supposed to be in separate spheres. The United States is a country that was founded with the separation of church and state. People argue that religion has no business in politics, as a belief system is not a favorable basis for political stances. Furthermore, they say that it is of little use, as not everyone in the nation has the same religious beliefs. However, we must keep in mind that the idea of separation of church and state and the reality are very different. In an analysis by the Pew Forum, nearly 92 percent of the House and Senate are Christian, with 57 percent being Protestant and 30 percent being Catholic. Their religious views also heavily influence their political stances. Some might say that that is the root of the problem, that religion is so heavily entrenched in political decisions. Perhaps, there is benefit in having an influential figure who can appeal to the common Christian sentiment shared by many GOP candidates. , Rather, the pope has numerous viewpoints that differ from those of many Republicans. The Republican front runner, Donald Trump, is known to be staunchly anti-immigration.
I find this worrying, as the United States is a nation made up of immigrants and their descendants. I appreciate Pope Francis stepping up and having opposing views as Donald Trump on immigration in his historic address to Congress, saying, “We, the people of this continent, are not fearful of foreigners, because most of us were once foreigners. I say this to you as the son of immigrants, knowing that so many of you are also descended from immigrants.”
This is the most progressive pope the world has ever had. At least, that’s what public opinion says. In a recent MSNBC poll, 78 percent of people say that Pope Francis will go down as the most progressive Catholic leader in history.
He believes in climate change and unrestricted immigration. He opposes the death penalty and withholds judgement from homosexuals and people who have abortions. He calls for peace, love, and respect for our fellow humans, representing true Christian ideals. In a world where Christianity is used wrongly to justify misogyny, homophobia, and bigotry, particularly in American politics, it is good to have the top dog of the religion stand for for social change.
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A Justitie Keten spel egy kiváló társasjáték, 2 - 4 játékos részére, az átlagos játékidő rövidebb, csak 30 - 45 perc. A társast, 16 éves kortól ajánljuk kipróbálni. A játékmenet erősen épít a forgass és mozgass mechanizmusra.
Subtitle: "The weakest link determines the strength of the chain" Description: This game was made in cooperation between the Dutch Justice Department and Identity Games. It...
"The weakest link determines the strength of the chain"
This game was made in cooperation between the Dutch Justice Department and Identity Games. It represents the chain (the Dutch word "keten" means "chain") of organizations and how the inter operate with each other to get criminals convicted.
Naturally, it is a simplification of reality. It only has the main portion of the process to show the general working.
The game was published in order to help the general public understand the working of the Dutch Justice Department better.
Apart from a custom playing board, there fifty-five "strategy" cards and fifty-five "question and answer" cards, a custom six-sided die and twenty pawns.
The pawns are in four colors, one for each player. Each color has five symbols, representing the five "chains" in the game, namely (1) civil law, (2) juvenile law (sub-divided into youth civil law and juvenile criminal law), (3) criminal law, (4) administrative law and (5) immigration law.
The fifty-five "strategy" cards are similar to "Chance" cards in the Monopoly game, they are "events", things that happen either in favor of the current player or in favor of other players.
The fifty-five "question and answer" cards are used in a Trivial Pursuit style. Every throw the player is asked a question on one of the cards. If the answer is correct they may move the pawn (according to the number on the die) and choose to throw again. If the answer is incorrect, they ends their turn.
The single six-sided die has only three possibilities. There are three sides with a single dot, two sides with two dots and one side with a capital "S" on it. If the player throws either a single dot or two dots, he / she has to answer a question. When the player throws the "S", he or she gets to draw a "strategy" card.
The main target of the game is to educate people about the working of the Dutch Justice Department. The way to win the game, is to have your five pawns move along their respective paths and complete each of the tracks first.


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Chloe Nibourel at SSE wins CIVICA research poster award
"As a Sciences Po alum, who is now at SSE, and who visited the LSE last year, I am following CIVICA closely and saw the CIVICA Research Conference as an interesting opportunity. This year is my last as a PhD student and I will soon be on the academic Job Market. Winning the poster competition is a great way to gain exposure across all CIVICA partner universities, and it will hopefully help me to get an academic position", says Chloe.
To explain what inspired her to explore the topic of her research, she adds: "The emergence of radical right parties in Europe is the main political event since the fall of communism. Some of their policy proposals have huge implications for the economy, democracy, and human rights. Understanding how all the other political actors reacted to the rise of radical right over the last 25 years seemed a good starting point to study the potential consequences for European societies."
In the paper, Chloe studies the reaction of both the voters and the governing parties to the emergence of the radical right party in a multi-party system such as France, and the consequences for electoral outcomes. By combining responses in a unified framework, she shed light on the complex interplay between all the political players. She finds that radical right candidates boost participation. But, is this result driven by voters supporting or opposing the radical right? She uses a novel approach to show that the pro-radical right voters are mainly responsible for the increase in mobilization. Regarding parties' responses, she also shows that left-wing parties become more prone to coordinate on a common nomination in order to block the radical right. Ultimately, radical right candidates affect the electoral dynamics to an extent that it radically changes the winning probabilities of their opponents.
Valuable experience and great feedback
As an economist who studies the radical right, Chloe was enthusiastic about presenting her poster to political scientists. She received great feedback, and they suggested some additional readings. She also enjoyed the discussion with archivists who brought a more historical perspective and gave her ideas for potential new projects.
Making the poster forced her to identify and highlight the key ideas that she wanted to convey. It has also taught her to be able to explain her paper in a short amount of time.
"However, the poster does not cover everything, and I hope that people will read the paper as well", she says.
Chloe encourages other emerging scholars to participate in competitions such as this one, as well as in academic conferences.
"Being a PhD student can seem lonely at times, but I am convinced that networking is a very important aspect of research. One might start new collaborations, get some great feedback to improve their own project, or just learn about others' exciting work on research frontier topics", she concludes.


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