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Herts Cricket League set a date for planned resumption after coronavirus lockdown
PUBLISHED: 14:30 22 May 2020 | UPDATED: 14:30 22 May 2020
The Herts Cricket League have set their sights on a July date to finally kick the season off – and have made further decisions on how any new campaign will look.
The easing of some lockdown restrictions by the government led to the ECB announcing tentative first steps to the return of cricketing activities.
The first among those was the allowing of net practices, albeit under strict guidelines.
Recreational cricket remains suspended but following a survey distributed among their clubs, of which over 80 per cent responded, the Herts Cricket League clubs have drawn up their own roadmap to resumption.
The league said: “Subject to government and ECB guidance, we intend to start the league season on July 11.
“Most clubs have said that they could play beyond the normal league season and we have decided that the latest possible date that we could start, and get nine games in, would be July 25.
“Clubs who lose their grounds would have to play away for the last two games.
“All matches would be under the limited overs format.”
They also said that there will be no promotion or relegation across the board except for the top two divisions.
The 20 clubs there, which include the likes of defending champions Potters Bar, Welwyn Garden City, Radlett, Harpenden, Reed and Letchworth, would be asked to vote on whether they would want one up and one down.
For that to happen 14 of them would have to be in favour.
The league continued: “We do intend to award trophies as usual to all divisional winners and there will be no fines for cancellations as there may be ground availability issues as well as player availability issues related to self-isolation.
“Lastly if we get the green light from the government and ECB there will be, as with the opening of net practice, a number of stringent conditions which we do not intend to speculate on here.
“We must wait and see but we think it is important to have a plan in mind.”
They also said if they get the go-ahead to start in July then it will leave only a short period to get the pitches “properly prepared” and so there will have to be “some preparation in anticipation of a start on July 11”.
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Solana Crypto – What Are the Pros of Solana Crypto? When you’re in the market for a new cryptocurrency, it can be overwhelming to figure out which to choose. Fortunately, Solana Crypto has many pros to offer. Read on to learn about the technology behind its new currency, as well as how it works. To start, you’ll want to know what each of the major consensus algorithms means. These include Proof of Stake, Proof of History, and Tower Byzantine Fault Tolerance. These are all important considerations for deciding which to buy or sell.
Proof of History
Solana Crypto has a variety of innovative features, one of which is the Proof of History algorithm. This method allows multiple pieces of the blockchain to be verified at once. This process speeds up transactions and solves the scalability problem faced by many cryptocurrencies. It is a great way to increase your cryptocurrency’s value while promoting decentralization. Here are some of the benefits of this system:
Proof of History is an algorithm for determining the time between two events. It uses a cryptographically secure function that cannot predict its output based on the input. To generate an output, the function must be fully executed. It is implemented on a single core and records its output periodically. Multiple external computers can verify the output at the same time. Once the block is validated, the data is timestamped into the state of the function.
The Proof of Work scenario involves the computation of a nonce and a delay function. In a Proof of History system, a user can also vote for the validity of the PoH hash. This feature makes it possible to create more transactions in the same timeframe. Furthermore, it is a highly decentralized system and can be used by anyone. Proof of History is also a secure form of cryptocurrency.
The proof of history method focuses on a time-stamped chain of transactions. This method is cheaper than PoS and makes it possible for everyone to participate in a blockchain. Proof of History is a great way to reduce the amount of time spent verifying the order of transactions. It also improves the efficiency of the chain. Solana Crypto uses this method in order to achieve cheaper transactions. There is a downside to this system, however: it is not consensus-based.
Despite the advantages, Proof of History is a controversial technique. It increases block validation times and implies increased architectural complexity. It is unknown whether or not the Proof of History will lead to more Solana outages in the future. In any case, it is a promising technology for the crypto industry. It is worth the wait. You can learn more about it in our article. Please consider this information before making a decision.
Proof of Stake
Solana’s Proof of Stake protocol lets its users delegate a percentage of their tokens to validators. In return, validators will then pay stakers a commission rate for their stakes. The stakers’ stake is locked up until the end of the current period, after which it will be unlocked. However, this process can take up to two days. It is recommended that people who wish to stake Solana coins wait until the end of the current period before they can start reaping the rewards.
In Solana, the process is simple. The system works by having multiple nodes stake tokens and vote on transactions and blocks. Each node will submit its vote to the leader, who will then count them and sign off the block. This system prevents bad actors from hijacking the system. The system can process thousands of transactions per second. This makes it more efficient than other coins, which means it can reduce transaction costs.
Solana has received substantial backing from prominent venture capital firms including a16z, CoinShares, Alameda Research, and Coinfund. The network has the potential for a theoretical throughput of 65 percent, compared to Ethereum’s 15 transactions per second. The tokens are also priced lower than Ethereum, which is another reason for their popularity. However, it is important to note that Solana’s Proof of Stake system is prone to centralization.
The main advantage of Solana is that it rewards its investors according to the amount of SOL tokens that they stake. A hundred SOL staked today will yield 108 SOL at the end of the year. Solana is a proof of stake network that has low fees and fast transactions. As a proof of stake currency, Solana is in sync with the current trend of NFTs.
In addition to Coinbase, users can also stake Solana on rival exchanges and self-custody wallets. Coinbase takes up to 25% of the reward for staking, and the rest is distributed among the users. Coinbase allows staking users to withdraw their staked SOL at any time, while Self-custody wallets allow them to keep only $1 of SOL in their wallets.
Tower Byzantine Fault Tolerance
Proof of History (PoH) is a cryptography consensus algorithm that solves the problem of transaction processing. It uses historical proof to show that an event happened at a given time. This algorithm is run by the Solana Network, which chains messages from nodes about the validity of a block. This gives the network a relative chronological order of events. With PoH, any validator node can become the leader of the chain. It is used to solve the Proof of History problem, as well as provide security.
Solana uses a programmable blockchain that advertises throughputs of up to 65,000 transactions per second. The Solana blockchain utilizes a Proof-of-Stake consensus algorithm to secure the network. As each staker locks coins, the network has a higher probability of achieving consensus. Solana also uses Turbine, a protocol used for block propagation that broadcasts transaction shreds across the network. UDP allows the network to process transactions at a high speed and with minimal latency.
Among the eight pillars of Solana, ‘Tower BFT’ enables the network to function even if one-third of the nodes fail. This ensures that the war strategy can be implemented successfully without any communication bottleneck. The Tower Byzantine Fault Tolerance at Solana Crypto helps in avoiding catastrophic failures by preventing such problems.
Solana’s team of experts has experience working in some of the biggest companies in the world. Their experience includes projects for Microsoft, Apple, Google, and Qualcomm. They have earned the trust of investors and have garnered attention from investors such as Multicoin Capital, Foundation Capital, SLOW Capital, and the Solana Foundation. These firms and organizations all share a common goal: a more secure and efficient blockchain system.
The Solana network uses a patented proof-of-history algorithm that enables a blockchain to process 50,000 transactions per second. The network is renowned for its scalability and enhanced performance. This unique technology allows the network to break data into smaller chunks, making it easier to transfer between the network’s nodes. The Sealevel feature also enables concurrent reading and writing of data across multiple SSDs and GPUs.
Cost of transactions
Solana is a cryptocurrency that focuses on low costs and fast transactions. Its blockchain processes over 2,000 transactions per second, and the average transaction cost is only $0.00025. This is significantly cheaper than the average of 30 transactions per second for ethereum, which costs $200 per transaction. The low transaction costs make Solana a good choice for decentralized finance platforms. However, the cost of transactions is a significant drawback for some users.
Solana can be purchased at cryptocurrency exchanges for as little as $1. A user must have a bank account or some other funding source. Solana is a good choice for those who want to get started with crypto investments. The cryptocurrency is relatively new, but there are a number of projects on the horizon. In the meantime, it is a promising crypto. Its low price and speed are just a few reasons why it makes a great choice for new investors.
While many cryptocurrencies have high fees, Solana’s transaction fees are very low. The cost of solana is a tiny fraction of the fees for ethereum. Because of these low transaction costs, Solana is one of the fastest growing ecosystems in the crypto space. Its price has fluctuated widely, but it has reached a high of almost $260 last year. As of August, Solana has been experiencing a pullback. However, if it continues to grow, its market cap is expected to reach nearly $1 billion.
Solana is a decentralized computing platform that uses SOL to pay for transactions. Its goal is to boost the scalability of blockchains by incorporating proof of stake and proof of history consensus systems. It claims that it can process up to 50,000 transactions per second. Using this approach, Solana has the potential to be a good Ethereum rival. Solana has some interesting features that set it apart from Ethereum.
The proposed fee market mechanism would make it more expensive for users to perform multiple transactions from the same address. However, this would not raise transaction costs for other users. Moreover, the proposed mechanism would protect users from one person locking out other accounts. This way, other users wouldn’t have to wait for the leader to process transactions. This mechanism is intended to keep leaders motivated and limit inflation. It is also an effective means to avoid the threat of tax evasion attacks. We continue to produce content for you. You can search through the Google search engine.

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Edmund and Queenie
The Comedy Dinner Show
Maritime Room, Cliffs Pavilion
Sat 29 Sep
The Laughlines team are well known at The Cliffs Pavilion for their hilarious parody shows which evoke popular BBC TV sitcoms and the team are back with a weekend treat and choice of comedy shows!
Step back in time to Medieval Britain and your host for the evening is Queen Elizabeth I, who majestically sits on her high thrown throughout your meal. Guests are cordially invited to meet and greet & bow to the Queen, but watch out, she may have your head!!!
Edmund has been tasked with finding a suitor for Queenie, will an audience member be a match or will he need a plan! Edmund has also lost a bet to the Duke of Norfolk and needs to find a significant amount of money urgently! Will Baldrick have and eureka moment or will Edmund loose his head?
Join the Laughlines team for a belly full of laughs with this hilarious parody show which evokes the popular BBC TV sitcom ‘Blackadder 2’.
Includes a glass of bubbly and a three-course meal.
There are no booking fees on this performance. Delivery charges may still apply.

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What it be: St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Henderson Tap House
When it do: Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17
Where dat is: 2323 N. Henderson Ave.
Deep Ellum venues on Main Street open their doors every third Thursday evening for a Wine Walk that's perfect for the shopper whose resveratrol levels could use a little pick-me-up. This Thursday is no regular wine walk, however: It's the St. Patrick's Day wine walk, which means you can wear kilts with impunity. For $10 you get a specially designed wine glass which will be topped off as you meander through participating venues.
What it be: Deep Ellum Wine Walk - St. Patrick's Shindig
When it do: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, March 6
Where dat is: 2650-B Main St.
Looking for a more sophisticated way to mark St. Pat's? VomFASS has got you covered with their Irish whiskey tasting event. Participants will be treated to appetizers, whiskey and whiskey education. They'll leave slightly uninhibited, with a complimentary Glencairn glass in hand and enough whiskey facts to impress strangers at their next four cocktail parties. The cost is $35 per guest and may be reserved by calling 469-579-4449.
What it be: St. Patrick's Day Irish Whiskey Tasting
When it do: 6: p.m. Thursday, March 6
Where dat is: 8315 Preston Road Suite 300, Plano
What it be: Tyler Street Market
When it do: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. every Saturday
Where dat is: 922 W. 9th St.
What it be: Bacon And Beer Classic: Pop-Up Edition
When it do: Saturday, March 8; multiple entry times
Where dat is: 2303 Pittman St.
Do you wish you could bottle the smell of diesel fuel mixed with gyro meat and wear it like it's Chanel No. 5? If so, you might want to check out the Food Truck Frenzy at Klyde Warren Park. Over 20 trucks will set up shop, turning the park into food central station. Grab a bite or two, play some lawn games and enjoy live music as part of Nissan's Nightlife Concert Series. This event is free to attend.
What it be: Food Truck Frenzy / Nissan Nightlife Concert Series
When it do: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, March 18
Where dat is: 2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy.
What it be: 6-Pack Trail, Bike Cruise & Craft Beer Tour
When it do: 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, March 18
Where dat is: Luck, 3011 Gulden Lane Suite 112
What it be: Barks N' Brews
When it do: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, March 18
Where dat is: 1001 N. Riverfront Blvd.
Eating and drinking your way through Sam's Club is fun and all, but why not elevate your sample game this Saturday at the House of Blues? HoB is where 15 Texas breweries will showcase their finest libations, which will be paired with some tasty treats. The best part: 18 local bands are scheduled to perform as you samp. it. up. Sampling tickets start at $29 each.
What it be: Local Brews, Local Grooves
When it do: 4-11 p.m. Saturday, March 26
Where dat is: 2200 N. Lamar St.

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DURING the past 15 years, Living 4 Landscapes director Brad Fisher has watched the evolution of outdoor home design - become simpler.
The local resident, who carried on the family trade from his father at a young age before branching off to start his own business, said today's outdoor living areas were about maximising the space to its full potential, boasting a simple style with less maintenance.
"People would rather sit back and enjoy their outdoor area rather then working in it, that is why simplicity is popular," he said.
"The outdoor area of a home has become an extension of the house, like another room in the home."
The landscaping professional said residents had changed their tune when it came to incorporating a mixture of outdoor elements in to the area to give it a modern touch.
"Years ago the extra space was pigeonholed into just turf and plants, but today people step outside the boundaries with the addition of a whole construction, including water features, pavers, retaining walls, lighting and raised planter beds," he said.
When it comes to planting, Mr Fisher said because the weather had taken a toll on watering, residents had become aware of what drought-tolerant plants they could use.
"Cycads, yuccas and frangipanis have become popular because they require hardly any water, complement an outdoor area and are low maintenance," he said.
Mr Fisher said if you were thinking about redesigning or starting an outdoor living area from scratch, it was important to sit down with a professional and talk about what you want from the space.
"Have a chat with someone who has the right experience about the style direction you want to go in and the other possibilities available that you may not know about for the creation of the area. Then you can both create a design and begin the construction properly," he said.
"All construction times vary. They can start around two weeks to a month, depending on the size of the area.
"Being in a climate where we thrive on being outdoors, it is just as important to make your outdoor living area as beautiful as indoors.
"There is never a job too big or too small, which means anyone can have the outdoor they desire."


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The UBC Farm Seed Hub is the place where production, education, research & development, and community converge. The project was initiated in 2012 under the guidance of a UBC Land and Food Systems directed studies and is today an integrated part of the The Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm.
The seed crops production fields and facilities serve as an demonstration site and an educational ground for regular hands-on workshops. More than one hundred students and community members come to the Farm every year to learn about the basics of seed saving. The project also provides internship positions to selected UBC students, and delivers off-site workshops and presentations to local community organizations and groups.
The Seed Hub is also a space for research and crop development. The project is committed to increasing the quality and quantity of seed grown in our region, and to recognizing the importance of space for collaborative research and crop improvement to do so. We also understand that to increase the quality and quantity of seed in BC is imperative to train and encourage the new generation of farmers to incorporate seed saving into their practice right from the start.
The UBC Farm Seed Hub coordinator Mel Sylvestre is one of the founding member of the BC Eco Seed Co-op. She incorporated seed production in her farming practices about 6 years ago and since then, seeds have been taking more and more space in her life and fields! She is committed in bringing vigor back to open-pollinated crop varieties and offer quality seeds to BC producers.

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Setting Boundaries in Relationships Saves Your Mental Health
Although many people struggle to set boundaries in relationships, doing so can drastically improve your mental health in the long run. For years, I would passively agree to anything that anyone asked of me. If I wanted to say no, my anxiety and depression would infiltrate into my thoughts, telling me that I had to go above and beyond to make people approve of me. I was seeking approval and admiration in the least healthy ways, and this began to take a toll on my mental health. Eventually, I felt empty. Setting boundaries in relationships has a lot to do with self-care, in my opinion. If you are feeling burnt out from a lack of pre-set limits, you are swiftly losing your emotional energy and potentially your sense of self.
What Gets in the Way of Setting Boundaries in Relationships?
Fear of Offending Those We Love
As stated, setting boundaries in relationships can be challenging for a variety of reasons. Some people, such as myself, fear that we will offend those in our lives if we set limits. As someone who is in training to become a therapist, I am frequently emotionally drained by the end of the day. If a friend texts me after work, complaining about her boy issues, I feel like I have to listen and be there for support (even if it consumes hours of my night). However, I have found that I cannot always provide the best support when my friends view me as an everlasting fountain of empathy. I get tired, and when I am tired, I cannot adequately help those who are seeking guidance.
Fear of Conflict
I have a hard time hearing the word no, and it is even harder for me to stick up for myself and say no to those in my life. In the past, I had an irrational fear that if I set boundaries, an intense conflict would arise. As someone who avoids conflict at all costs, this did not work in my favor. However, I have found that most of my family and friends are understanding when I tell them that I need more time and space to myself.
Feeling Like You Do Not Deserve to Set Boundaries
When it comes to setting boundaries, people may believe they don't deserve to say no and practice their autonomy. For years, I felt worthless because of my depression and felt like I wasn't worthy of setting limits and spending time to focus on myself. I hoped that if I focused all of my energy on those around me, perhaps my mood would be lifted. In the end, this was not beneficial for my mental health recovery in the slightest.
Things to Keep in Mind When Setting Boundaries in Relationships
Boundaries in Relationships Are Flexible
Boundaries can continuously shift. For example, I am more emotionally available to my friends after an easy week of work, in comparison to after a week chock full of working with suicidal clients. Therefore, my boundaries are not written in permanent ink, but rather, can shift over time.
Be Clear and Specific
As stated, most people in my life have been supportive when it comes to my boundaries. However, I have come across a few romantic partners who have reacted aggressively to my requests, believing that they know my limits more so than I do. When I stumble across these situations, I have found that clearly explaining my rationale helps them see where I am coming from. If they still don't understand my boundaries, I often have to rethink our relationship ("Set Boundaries In Abusive Relationships to Protect Yourself").
O'Grady, H. (2019, July 22). Setting Boundaries in Relationships Saves Your Mental Health, HealthyPlace. Retrieved on 2023, December 2 from https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/relationshipsandmentalillness/2019/7/setting-boundaries-in-relationships-saves-your-mental-health

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About Hayley & Branio
We are an energetic well travelled couple who are now in our forties.
Having recently relocated back to the UK after living abroad for the past decade or so, we are eager to get involved in any way possible with animals, at least until we are settled enough to have our own again.
Whilst abroad we have been involved with dog shelters, cat rescue centres, fostering & helping to re-home many animals.
Helping in the rescue centres has given us both a great deal of experience with many different breeds & many different personalities, from the boisterous to the extremely timid, shy & sometimes scared animal.
We would love the opportunity to be around animals again & this gives us that chance to spend time caring for & walking your dogs, whilst you have the peace of mind knowing that your best friends are having a great time too, with people who genuinely love & respect them.
We can't wait to meet them & of course you too.
Day & night pet sitting/dog care in your home, plus dog walking.

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The age of digital disruption is here, presenting a significant opportunity for property insurers to drive innovation across their insurance value chain. Cloud and big data and analytics are just some of the disruptive forces at play today that have the potential to revolutionise the way property insurers manage their business.
With big challenges like climate change, many global and UK property insurers recognise the need to get more sophisticated when it comes to understanding, assessing and pricing local risks – and cloud and big data technology can enable this.
For instance, big data and cloud platforms offer insurers the opportunity to create a kind of centralised underwriting knowledge base where local underwriting entities have access to all the risk data they need to underwrite good quality business – and insurers have a macro view into their risks and exposure companywide. This allows property insurers to standardise their approach to risk selection while empowering local underwriters with the tools they need to manage their business – and gain greater control of their corporate exposure.
Read more to learn how the disruptive forces of cloud, big data, mobile and social can help insurers to better manage their business, increase profitability and improve efficiencies.
There was a time when the computing technologies we used "at work" were far stronger than those we enjoyed "at home." That’s all changed. With powerful new social channels and transformational smart technology, consumers everywhere are becoming familiar with the very pretty face of a huge technology shift. Gartner calls it the "Nexus of Forces," describing the incredibly powerful confluence of social, mobile, cloud and data that is driving a revolution in communications and computing.
These changes are happening at the same time as the insurance industry faces extraordinary new threats and opportunities. With the combination of a greater focus on the underwriting result (driven by macro economic challenges) and the increasing appetite for more granular exposure management (driven by climate change challenges), insurers are feeling the need for fresh ideas and powerful new tools to help take them into the future.
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Intermediate Jazz Conception: Clarinet -15 Great Solo Etudes
By Jim Snidero
Category: Woodwind - Clarinet Etude or Collection
Format: Book & Online Audio Material
Publisher: Advance Music
Series: Intermediate Jazz Conception
Publisher SKU: 14785
Intermediate Jazz Conception: Clarinet is another addition to the popular series of etude books created by Jim Snidero, featuring some of the finest jazz musicians in the world. This Book & Online Audio set includes 15 etudes based on standards, modal tunes, and blues, demonstrated by a soloist with the swinging rhythm section of Dave Hazeltine on piano, Peter Washington on bass, and Kenny Washington on drums. New to Intermediate Jazz Conception is an appendix dedicated to style and improvisation, including a scales syllabus, nomenclature, and over 95 lines and ideas extracted for the study of improvisation!
The recording features two separate versions of each etude; one with the soloist and rhythm section and one with the rhythm section only. Hear how the soloist performs the etudes, play with or without the soloist, and learn about both jazz style and improvisation from some of the best. Other series available by Jim Snidero include Easy Jazz Conception and Jazz Conception.


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These were some of the first old photos I picked up when I began collecting. The green and dark brown cabinet card mounts are especially attractive and I love how crisp and richly saturated the images have remained after more than 130 years.
All the photos were taken at the same studio, Mast, in Marshall, Michigan, but only the photo of the couple has writing on the reverse. The youngest girl is wearing what appears to be the same, or a very similar, necklace as the woman. While I typically do not buy photos without some attribution, the previous observations, as well as the fact that the girls look to be either sisters or the same person, led me to purchase all of them, as I wanted to keep the photos together.
The notations on the back of the couple’s card have something that I’ve come to relish in a find…a date. I quickly realized that photos with dates, even if they have no name, are a wonderful thing to have in a collection, as you can put the sitters’ fashions, hairstyles, and accessories with that moment in time. There are many wonderful guides that provide tips for dating photos in this manner, and I often refer to my 19th Century Card Photos Kwik Guide by Gary W. Clark when looking for clues, but, having actual examples in my own collection is priceless to me.

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Los Cabos offers a variety of exclusive locations for a romantic dinner: on the beach, by the pool, on a golf court… but did you know many of the hotels, restaurants and even villas offer dinners set-up in their wine cellars!
Below is one of our latest wine cellar set-up for a unique celebration…
For our linen designers to create the perfect decor for your special dinner or event please contact us at: email@example.com
Black and white… Never goes out of fashion! It is classic and chic and combined with touch of colors it takes another dimension. We have yet combined it with yellow touches, including flowers, runners, invitations, napkin rings, stones. It also looked great when we married it to hot pink, green, turquoise, lavender etc… And our design team is already working on a new black and white collection!
Here are the pictures of a lounge and a cocktail area set-up in Cabo:
To receive more information and your own quote please contact: firstname.lastname@example.org
Most of the people who know Linens, Things and More… associate it to weddings linen decors. But remember, we specialize in designing linens for every occasion: Birthday, Anniversary, Romantic dinner for two, Corporate meeting and so much more… Even a special breakfast or lunch!
Tell us what your event vision is and we will design and produce your table decor. Our inventory of colors and textures of fabrics is so large that you will, for sure, find something for you or your client…
For a customized proposal or a linen design please contact: email@example.com
We had the pleasure to assist last month an incredible couple with their wedding decor and hair and make-up: Perla and Norman!
And we much appreciate the kind words they send us back:
“Suzanne, Norman and I have no words to express how grateful we are to you, Elsa, Carmen and the whole team! You guys are so amazing and we just want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making our day special. Everything looked so beautiful beyond what I even expected! Everyone kept complimenting the decor of the whole event. A lot of people also told me that Elsa outdid herself, which I completely agree with. And let’s not even talk about your hair and make-up team! They were amazing! Everyone looked so beautiful and were absolutely pleased with their hair and make-up. It was an absolute pleasure for Norman and myself to work with you and your team! Again Thank you so much!”
Perla R. August 6th, 2011
Thank you Suzanne Morel Face & Body Care for the hair and make-up, Cabo Floral Studio for the fantastic floral designs and wait until you see the pictures from Alec & T – Photography they, for sure, will be amazing!
Below are some pictures of the sand and off white linen design of the wedding!
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‘Tackling domestic abuse a priority’ as Herts police reach out to victims during lockdown
- Credit: Ulrike May from Pixabay
Lockdown due to COVID-19 has kept victims of domestic abuse trapped behind closed doors with their tormentors, and Herts police officers are reminding those affected that help is available.
Adults and children alike can be exposed to domestic violence or coercive control, and calls to the NSPCC’s helpline have soared during lockdown, becoming the highest on record.
A Herts police spokesman said: “Despite social distancing measures continuing, help and support is available to people experiencing domestic abuse in Hertfordshire. Tackling domestic abuse remains a priority for police and other organisations. We continue to work to protect victims and their families, as well as holding perpetrators to account for their actions.
“If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, call 0300 790 6772 for advice and support. In an emergency, always call 999. If you are afraid to speak, call 999 from a mobile and press 55. If home isn’t safe, we’re here to help.”

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Friday's edition of the Federal Register contains new rules for animal researchers, natural gas...
The federal rulemaking process is coming under new scrutiny in the Senate.
The GOP presidential hopeful has ripped the court over a pair of recent rulings.
Industry and public interest groups take issue with some parts of the conditions.
The Senate isn't going as far as the House, which would temporarily block the rules.
Three House Democrats want to change the way sex education is taught in schools.
Thursday's edition of the Federal Register contains new tax rules for disguised payments, pipeline...
The proposed deal is worth an estimated $48 billion.
The six-year highway bill seeks to lower a key Federal Reserve interest rate.
The NFIB is organizing the fly-in lobbying day on Thursday.
The expanded regs are intended to protect military families from predatory lenders.
"[Y]ou'd still have institutions that are too big to fail," the former lawmaker said.
Some regulations may actually induce more health loss than health gains.
The company received criticism for claiming the discounts aimed at helping smaller companies.
The bill to keep states from issuing mandatory labeling laws will be voted on Thursday.
He said the $15 minimum is needed "from coast to coast."
Democrats say the measure "tries to dismantle Wall Street reforms."
The National Wildlife Federation commissioned the poll.
Sens. James Lankford and Heidi Heitkamp are introducing a package of regulatory reform bills.
The fight over the law is far from over.
Municipal bond advocates are pressing lawmakers to preserve their tax exempt status.
The lawsuit asks the court to require EPA to regulate spills at industrial facilities.
Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Rep. Luke Messer (R-Ind.) spoke at the event.
The bill would create a new bankruptcy chapter for financial corporations.


Coming Soon: Community First Services and Supports
Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) is an upcoming self-directed program that the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is developing. CFSS will replace both personal care assistance (PCA) and Consumer Support Grant (CSG) services.
The eligibility requirements for CFSS are the same as the eligibility requirements for PCA and CSG services. To be eligible for CFSS, a person must:
- Be on one of Minnesota’s health care programs.
- Live in their own home.
- Be able to direct their own care or have a representative who can do so on their behalf.
- Have received an eligibility assessment.
CFSS will have two service delivery models: the budget model and the agency provider model. As a Financial Management Service provider, PICS can support individuals who choose either model.
For those who choose the budget model, PICS will guide participants through:
- Assisting hiring and staffing, including payroll and training
- Processing and paying expenses and reimbursements
- Handling accounting, reporting, tax, and revenue information
Under both the budget and agency models, PICS will assist participants in purchasing approved goods to support their independence.
If you are currently using CSG services with PICS, you will be able to continue to be able to use PICS services through the CFSS Budget model.


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Post-hardcore band Touché Amoré have announced their long-awaited fifth studio album Lament, out on Oct. 9 via Epitaph. Their new single “Limelight” is out today, and it features Manchester Orchestra’s Andy Hull. The album is produced by Ross Robinson, who’s worked with Glassjaw, Slipknot and Korn.
Touché Amoré’s last studio album was 2016’s critically-acclaimed Stage Four, which reckoned with the death of frontman Jeremy Bolm’s mother. It was powerful and evocative, and Bolm’s poetic lyricism resonated with many. Since then, they re-recorded their album ...To the Beat of a Dead Horse, and they released a live album and some one-off singles.
“Limelight” is as chaotic as Touché’s other songs, though it’s quiet at first, with Bolm’s scratchy vocals making the most noise. Hull’s silky vocals are a great addition to the post-hardcore/emo mess.
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09. I’ll Be Your Host
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Renovations on the Bayreuther Festspielhaus have been underway with no end in sight.
Construction was stalled as the Festspiele negotiated a long-term lease on the theater and the right to tenancy.
The lease clears the way for a release of funds from the German Federal Government and the state of Bavaria to the tune of 30 million Euro.
Work will begin again, however, it will be paused during the Festival.


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U.K. Smart-Meters May Fail Older People, Poor, Lawmakers Say
The U.K.’s 11.7 billion-pound ($18 billion) plan to install so-called smart meters to measure gas and electricity use in every home may disadvantage poor and elderly people, a panel of lawmakers said.
The meters, designed to show consumers how much energy they’re using and at what tariff, will make it easier for utilities to cut off a home’s gas and power supplies, the Public Accounts Committee said today in an e-mailed report. It urged the government to set clear rules for an industry that’s dominated by six companies, including EON AG and Centrica Plc. (CNA)
“Smart meters will allow energy companies to disconnect customers without entering the property,” Margaret Hodge, chairwoman of the multiparty panel, said in a statement. Officials must “ensure that there are proper safeguards to protect the vulnerable, elderly and those on low incomes to ensure they benefit from the program.”
Britain plans to install 53 million smart meters in homes and businesses by 2020 to cut electricity use and lower carbon emissions. Meter-makers including General Electric Co. (GE), SAP AG (SAP), Toshiba Corp. (6502)’s Landis+Gyr unit and Elster Group SE (ELT) are lining up to grab a slice of the market, and have formed an alliance to develop common standards.
“The benefits of smart meters are 18.7 billion pounds from an 11.7 billion-pound investment,” Energy Minister Charles Hendry said in an e-mailed response to today’s report. “Smart meters will mean more accurate information and an end to estimated billing, so no more nasty surprises for consumers.”
A mass roll-out of meters is due to start in 2014, with the installation and running costs paid for by consumers through their utility bills, largely with the “Big Six” utilities: Electricite de France SA, EON, SSE Plc, Centrica, RWE AG (RWE)’s Npower unit and Iberdrola SA (IBE)’s Scottish Power division.
Those suppliers are likely to benefit from reduced costs as a result of the meters because fewer staff will be needed to take manual readings, according to the panel.
“No transparent mechanism presently exists for ensuring savings to the supplier are passed on,” Hodge said. “The track record of energy companies to date does not inspire confidence that this will happen.”
The lawmakers also said in today’s report that the Department of Energy and Climate Change must conduct proper trials of a planned 3 billion-pound computing system designed to transmit and process data from the meters, and clarify suppliers’ responsibility for ensuring people know how to use the devices to cut energy costs.
The devices will give consumers more control over how they use energy at home and at work, cutting energy waste and saving money, Hendry said.
“It’s impossible to get transparency without smart meters,” Chris King, Chief Regulatory Officer at Siemens AG (SIE)’s eMeter unit, said in a telephone interview from San Mateo, California today. “All bills are based on estimates and so savings are also estimates.”
Smart metering will make it easier to bill consumers more accurately and help them save energy when prices are at their highest, he said. eMeter manages software for about 40 million meters globally and is looking to offer its systems in Britain, according to King.
“Past performance suggests that competition does not work effectively in this market and should not be relied on to keep prices low,” the panel said.
“The Department needs to ensure that the vulnerable, those on low incomes and those who use prepayment meters also benefit from smart meters. It would be unacceptable if these consumers bore the costs of smart meters through higher charges without getting a share of the potential benefits.”
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Joan Rivers must be smiling from heaven and wearing her designer best gearing up for the return of Fashion Police. Comedian and My Life on the D List star Kathy Griffin, known for her biting sense of humor, is set to replace the deceased legend/icon of comedy when the show returns on January 12, 2015. Griffin shared a long-standing friendship and a strong professional relationship with Joan Rivers.
Fashion Police will no longer air weekly but as a special during award shows and other big red carpet worthy events. Griffin will join Fashion Police co-hosts Melissa Rivers, Kelly Osbourne and Giuliana Rancic. It’s not known if the lone male disser of divas,George Kotsiopoulos, will be back. Griffin is a perfect replacement for the practically irreplaceable Rivers. The two women shared a comic sensibility built on fearless flair. And neither ever met a blistering assessment she wouldn’t immediately utter.


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The long-awaited vote to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh is finally about to happen. Now is the last chance to make your voice heard.
The attacks on Judge Kavanaugh have been unprecedented and – as the FBI interviews reportedly confirm – unfounded. The Left opposes him for ideological reasons and for his demonstrated commitment to the Constitution. With votes likely starting tomorrow, it’s critical that the rest of us speak up, too.
You can send a message to both of your senators here, and you’ll get a follow-up message with their specific phone numbers. Or you can call the U.S. Senate switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask for your senators. Please respectfully ask them to confirm Judge Kavanaugh.
Meanwhile, your outpouring of support for Judge Kavanaugh has been remarkable. If you haven’t yet, you can still send a letter to Judge Kavanaugh, encouraging him with your support.
Thanks for speaking up and spreading the word!
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Taipei, July 29 (CNA) American Senator Bill Hagerty said Thursday that the United States should bolster its economic ties with Taiwan and Japan as part of the efforts to tackle the challenges posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region.
"I strongly urge our three governments to work together to strengthen economic linkages," Hagerty said in a virtual meeting on economic and security issues, which was attended by 20 American Congress members and their counterparts in Taiwan and Japan.
The first edition of the Trilateral Strategic Dialogue, organized by the Japan-ROC Diet Members' Consultative Council, a parliamentary friendship group, was closed to the media, except for the opening remarks.
According to Hagerty, cooperation among Taiwan, Japan and the U.S. will "enhance global economic prosperity, while countering predatory actions by the Chinese Communist Party."
The Republican senator, who served as the U.S. ambassador to Japan under the administration of former President Donald Trump, has been outspoken in his criticism of China, saying in May that Beijing was attempting to "erode U.S. leadership across the globe."
Also speaking at the meeting, Senator Edward Markey said the U.S., Japan and Taiwan are uniquely positioned to tackle the global challenges of the 21st century, which range from threats to democracy to climate change.
"A key flashpoint in the region revolves around the Chinese government's coercive attempts to undermine Taiwan's democratic character in free economy," Markey said, reiterating the U.S. government's commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
Markey, who also chairs the Senate's foreign relations subcommittee on Asia-Pacific affairs, said he aimed to ensure that Taiwan could continue to have a role in global affairs.
Invited to address the event, former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe also touched on the China issue and called for solidarity among democratic countries to make sure that the Indo-Pacific region remains free and open.
While a rising China provides a broad range of opportunities for the global economy, Beijing's military activities in the South China Sea and East China Sea in recent years are cause for concern, Abe said.
Abe, who serves as a consultant to the Japanese Diet group, also endorsed Taiwan's participation in a regional trade pact led by Japan, as well as in other international organizations.
The trade pact, known as the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), went into effect at the end of 2018, following the ratification of more than half of the 11 signatories.
Taiwan has been keen to join the CPTPP, hoping to further integrate into the regional trade bloc, as emphasized in Wednesday's meeting by Taiwan's Legislative Yuan speaker You Si-kun, who urged Japan to support Taiwan's CPTPP bid.
He also called on the U.S. and Japan to negotiate bilateral trade agreements with Taiwan.
On the China issue, You said democratic countries in the Indo-Pacific region should take action to prevent any attempts by Bejing to "unilaterally change the status quo by force" and threaten the stability across the Taiwan Strait.
He proposed that the U.S. and Japan give diplomatic recognition to Taiwan, as a means of deterring China.
The U.S. and Japan should also allow Taiwan to join their Squad, a quadrilateral security dialogue that includes India and Australia, You said.
You, who represented a cross-party Taiwan-Japan friendship group in the Legislature, also thanked the U.S. and Japan for donating COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan after it was hit by a severe virus outbreak in mid-May.
The two countries have donated roughly 5.84 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to Taiwan, which account for more than half of the vaccines it has procured to date.


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Ottawa police say two people have been charged with mischief after a woman threw paint at the prime minister’s office and chained herself to the building Saturday.
Police haven’t confirmed the identities of the people arrested, but a climate change advocacy group has identified the woman as the same person who walked on the Juno Awards stage while topless.
On2Ottawa has posted photos and video to its Twitter account of the woman tossing a bucket of what appears to be pink paint on the entranceway, then posing topless for a photo next to a sign saying, “Demand climate action now!”
Casey Hatherly, who goes by the name Ever, came to national attention last month when she hopped on the Junos stage while Avril Lavigne was introducing a performance.
She was topless and messages written on her upper body included “land back” and “save the Greenbelt,” referring to Ontario’s decision last year to open a protected area of land for housing.
Ottawa police say they arrested and charged both the woman involved in Saturday’s incident as well as a man filming it.
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- B.C. community members pay respects to officer killed in line of duty
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- Fentanyl found under trap door in N.Y.C. daycare where baby died, 3 hospitalized

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Journal of physics-condensed matter vol:11 issue:21 pages:4283-4287
The optical absorption and luminescence spectra of the uranyl-doped fluorophosphate glasses 75NaPO(3)-24.5SrF(2)-0.5UO(2)F(2) and 60NaPO(3)-24.5SrF(2)-15LiF-0.5UO(2)F(2) are discussed. The absorption spectrum of the uranyl ion in glasses shows less fine structure than the spectra of uranyl complexes in solution. The glass samples exhibit a strong luminescence typical for the uranyl ion, and the luminescence spectrum is well resolved. It was found that the force constant of the vibrations in the ground state is intermediate between that in fluoride and phosphate glasses. During the glass preparation, reduction of uranyl to tetravalent uranium is often observed.


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I have been drawing everyday but haven't had a chance to scan and post my latest sketches. I have been hard at work on animation which includes hundred of drawings on top of my regular drawing practice. My student's at the Aboriginal Youth Animation Project, showed their work at the Plaza on Saturday. I've been lacking in sleep the past two weeks. It was quite the haul to get their stuff ready to screen.
Needless to say this work load didn't stop me from picking up my pencil.
Here is a dog I sketched in a pencil I had laying around. I think the charm is with his goggles and the penile like drippy tongue.


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A late change in the Senate to the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package passed by Congress axed funding to purchase a privately owned icebreaker that had a preferred home port of Juneau.
A $150 million authorization for the vessel to be purchased by the U.S. Coast Guard was removed from the bill that both avoids a government shutdown and provides significant aid to Ukraine.
The removal of funding is disappointing, both of Alaska’s Republican senators said.
“It’s very frustrating to all of us,” said U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski during a news conference Friday afternoon.
Josh Wilson, interim communications director for Rep. Mary Peltola, a Democrat, said Peltola echoes those sentiments.
“Representative Peltola joins Senator Murkowski and Senator Sullivan in being extremely disappointed in the removal of the Icebreaker funding,” Wilson said. “We haven’t gotten a clear answer on why that happened yet.”
Murkowski described the cut as a “temporary setback” and said she will continue to push for its advancement in the future. She did express her concerns that the 10-year-old Aiviq icebreaker, which has been eyed by lawmakers, could be purchased by another entity and the recent move to cut the funding opens the doors to that possibility.
U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, who voted against the omnibus bill, cited the sudden removal of funding among the reasons he objected to a bill. In a prepared statement released Thursday, Sullivan stated the package was approved without sufficient time for lawmakers to analyze the bill.
“This was a priority for the Alaska delegation,” he stated. “In the final hours of this opaque omnibus process, these funds were removed. By whom and for what reason, is not clear. This decision could further set back our nation’s ability to provide a persistent presence in the Arctic for years. This is a major disappointment for our state and country.”
According to an explanatory statement submitted by Sen. Patrick Leahy, a Vermont Democrat who chairs the Senate Committee on Appropriations, the committee was concerned with the potential cost to convert the icebreaker for Coast Guard operations and a search for a commercially available icebreaker will be expanded to include foreign countries. Previously, finding a U.S. built ship was prioritized.
The Coast Guard has been asked to brief the committee on an updated procurement plan in the future.
According to City and Borough of Juneau City Manager Rorie Watt, the funding cut does not change any of the city’s plans or decision-making in preparation for the icebreaker. He said the city will continue to prepare for the next opportunity.
“I don’t think it affects anything at all,” Watt said. “It is Congress — Congress is complicated and until something is a done deal, we should make sure the next time there’s an opportunity where we don’t shoot ourselves in the foot.”
It has been a long-standing desire for Alaska to homeport an icebreaker, with proposals to purchase the Aiviq icebreaker dating back to 2015, most notably advocated for by former U.S. Rep. Don Young, who died in March. The procurement of the icebreaker has been seen as controversial, in part due to leaders from the Coast Guard having stated in the past that the Aiviq is “not suitable for military service without substantial refit.”
Though the bill cut funding for the icebreaker, more than 130 Alaska community projects totalling nearly $500 million were included, containing multiple Juneau-based projects.
■ $2.5 was allocated to CBJ to design and construct a commercial-scale compost facility. According to Watt, the process to get the facility up and running in Juneau will likely be “long and complicated” and will require multiple Assembly actions. He said he hopes it becomes a catalyst for further waste diversionary projects.
■ $870,000 was allocated to renovate and expand the Juneau Alliance for Mental Health, Inc. Health and Wellness specialty behavioral health facility.
■ $750,00 was allocated to establish and operate a commercial driver’s license education training program at Juneau’s University of Alaska Southeast.
“We all recognize that one of the challenges with our workforce right now is we don’t have enough people to drive buses, to drive trucks and heavy equipment,” Murkowski said. She said the use of the funding for the program will be determined by UAS.
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In the German construction industry the order volume fell by 4.4% (in real terms) last year as compared to 2007. The number of orders to civil engineering decreased by 6.9% and to structural engineering by 1.9%. In December 2008 alone, incoming orders dropped by 11.8% in comparison with December of 2007. Demand to structural engineering fell by 9.0% and that to civil engineering by 14.9% in December 2008 as compared to the same month in 2007. These figures were published by the Federal Statistical Office.
As a consequence of this drop in incoming orders, in the German construction industry the number of people employed fell on average by about 8,000 to 705,000 (-1.2%) in the period from 2007 to 2008. Total turnover generated in the construction industry amounted to 86.8 billion Euros (+6.0%) in 2008.
In December 2008 the construction industry employed 697,000 people which was 1.6% less than in December 2007. Turnover generated in December amounted to 8.1 billion Euros which was an increase by 2.7% as compared to December 2007.


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We have two dates for you this month!
This Saturday 10th June and Wednesday 21st June when we hope to be joined by the Moors Valley Volunteers.
Our usual work for the Summer focusses on pulling invasive Himalayan Balsam along Uddens Water where in the past it has got to the point that it has outcompeted the native flora and leaving the banks bare earth when it dies off in the Winter.
The great news is that with the focus over the years, we are making progress and although it is still present it is harder to find!
That said we have found it has spread into the woodland, so we will need to go in search of that.
Ground conditions are fairly uneven and may be muddy in the wet woodland (even after this dry spell), so please wear suitable footwear.
I would definitely advise long trousers as there is a risk of ticks and guaranteed nettles & brambles etc.
We will mostly be working in the shade of the trees, although may be in the sun in places.
Gloves, tools, hot and cold drinks, biscuits all supplied as usual, but feel free to bring something for lunch if staying all day.
We will be on site from 9am until 2.30pm at the latest, but as always, come and go as it suits.
If you have not been before, please let me have a contact number for yourself and an emergency contact name and number, either by replying to this email or on the day.
Under 16's are welcome if accompanied and let us know if you are working on your DofE as this can count towards it!
I will confirm nearer the date where to meet on the 21st, as it will in part depend what we find and how we get on this Saturday.
Location details for Saturday below, but please shout if you need any other information.
Call me if you can't find us on the day.
NOTE - The map and details below are from last year and also have the location for the Heathland site where we were bashing bracken. We will be doing that soon, but probably not Saturday.
We will be working in the vicinity of the single orange dot with the two orange lines...
Hope that makes sense!
Best parking is the Ferndown Forest Golf Club.
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Blue Circles - PARKING
Either on Uddens Drive just North of the A31
or Ferndown Forest golf club
Black dots - ROUTE TO SITES FROM UDDENS DRIVE
From the Ferndown end follow the trailway along Uddens Water.
Orange Dots / lines - WORK SITES
Site 1 Heathland project
Site 2 Woodland and river bank along Uddens Water

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State’s beaches, islands may have tar balls
MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST — Authorities are testing suspected “tar balls” found on Mississippi shores to see if they came from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Dan Turner, a spokesman for Gov. Haley Barbour, said “very sparsely scattered, small tar balls” were found in recent days on the beaches of West Ship Island, Horn Island, Pass Christian and Long Beach.
Turner said the substance may have came from controlled burns on the oil gushing from the site of an April 20 rig explosion.
A small piece of boom with an “oily substance” also was found on the Mississippi coast. Turner said authorities are trying determine where it came from and if it had oil on it from the spill.
Tar balls also have turned up in Alabama and Louisiana.
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COVID-19 update: NC State Veterans Home incentivizes vaccinations, other outbreaks continue
North Carolina State Veterans Home has vaccinated 65 staff members and 73 veterans, the center announced. In total, 43% of staff members and 87% of resident veterans have received vaccines so far.
Vaccines have been offered to all employees and veterans at the facility.
The veterans center is currently listed by the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services as having an ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. A weekly report on outbreaks in congregate living settings, updated each Tuesday and Friday, lists the center with 12 staff cases, 12 resident cases and one resident death as of Feb. 5.
A mandate for employees to receive the vaccine has not been issued by PruittHealth, which provides long-term health care to various centers in the Southeast, though the company says it is "aiding employees in their decision making through proper education and incentivization."
Employees receive a gift card after receiving their first vaccine dose and are automatically placed in a weekly drawing for various electronics.
A monthly drawing has also been added for cash prizes, which increases as centers complete their vaccination clinics, with rewards ranging from $1,000-$10,000.
Ben Grant, who works with the home's therapy department, said his decision to take the vaccine was out of respect for the veterans.
"With our population of Veterans that we have the privilege to serve and spend time with, it just made sense to protect them by getting this vaccine," Grant said. "They fought hard for us to live the life that we do in this great country. We wanted to show our respect to them, our families and our community by rolling up our sleeve."
The center notes that 101-year-old veteran Virginia Dixon, who was among the first to receive its first vaccinations, has received her second vaccination.
Buncombe County has reported 13,932 cases and 265 deaths by the state. The county has counted 578 cases per 100,000 residents in a two-week span from Jan. 22 to Feb. 5.
Increases of 1,632 cases and 28 deaths have been reported since Jan. 22 following a near 4,000-cases increase between Dec. 11 and Jan. 22.
Black Mountain's 28711 ZIP code is listed with 668 cases and 25 deaths. This is an increase of 39 cases and one death in the last two weeks.
Montreat College, which Montreat relies on as a more localized reporting of 28757 ZIP code data, lists two student and two employee cases as of Feb. 4. COVID-19 data for Montreat's ZIP code is suppressed because of its designation as a P.O. box-only ZIP code.
Town commissioners say that residents should rely on data reported for both the nearby college and Black Mountain's 28711 ZIP code.
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center and Mountain Ridge Health and Rehab having continuing outbreaks, the NCDHHS reports.
Black Mountain Center is listed with 86 staff cases, 55 resident cases and five resident deaths. This is an increase of 12 staff cases and two resident cases since Jan. 22.
Mountain Ridge has reported eight total cases, with seven among staff and one among residents.
The county recognizes its death total as a correlation to cases in long-term care facilities like Black Mountain Center and Mountain Ridge.
The semiweekly NCDHHS report lists the number of cases and deaths throughout congregated living settings. Reports include all cases and deaths for nursing homes, residential care facilities, correctional facilities and “other,” which is listed as a cumulative recording for homeless shelters and migrant worker housing.
Any facility with less than 10 residents is not included in the state report.
Local health departments record virus cases and outbreak investigations before then entering the data into the N.C. Electronic Disease Surveillance System.

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Ritz Cinemas launches AUSTRALIA ON CELLULOID program showcasing Umbrella classics on 35mm
24 June 2022
Sydney’s much loved Ritz cinema is turning 85, and to celebrate they are programming a historic celebration of Australia’s most unique film heritage, presented on 35mm
Proudly presented by Ritz Cinemas, the National Film and Sound Archive and Umbrella Entertainment, Australia on Celluloid is a historical celebration of Australia‘s rich and unique film heritage, with special 35mm screenings of iconic and overlooked films from the NFSA’s Kodak/Atlab and Deluxe/Kodak collections presented together for the first time.
Screenings will occur every Saturday at 4pm, with select films accompanied by discussions with the filmmakers, with encore screenings happening every Monday at 6:30pm.
The program features a stellar collection with 33 of Umbrellas classic titles in the program including STORM BOY(1976), THE CHANT OF JIMMIE BLACKSMITH (1978) and JEDDA (1955).
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Regarding the “national burials” of former Prime Minister Abe, Prime Minister Kishida asked for understanding by explaining the reasons for their implementation during the closing review of the Diet held on the 8th. side, the opposition parties criticized that it was not enough to repeat the conventional point of view, and it seems that the debate between the parties in power and the opposition parties will continue.
On the 8th, during the closing review of former Prime Minister Abe’s “state burials” organized by the House of Representatives Committee of the House of Representatives and the House of Representatives, Prime Minister Kishida said that Mr. Abe had been Prime Minister. for the longest period in constitutional history. Besides showing the reasons, he explained that the expected cost of around 1.66 billion yen is a reasonable level even compared to past events.
On the other hand, he humbly accepted the indication that the explanation so far was insufficient, and asked for his understanding by expressing his intention to check after the “state funeral” took place.
On the opposition side, Izumi, the leader of the Democratic Constitutional Party, said, “Prime Minister Kishida’s response is a statement from the government’s point of view so far, and I don’t think the public is convinced. “.
And there is an opinion that the implementation will not be approved as it is, and that it will be a “cabinet funeral” like many former prime ministers in the past.
However, with less than three weeks to go until the state funeral is to be held, the government plans to continue with preparations as planned, saying it is difficult to review the state of the funeral and that it is likely that cross-party talks at the power and opposition parties Continue.


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DUBLIN — Bladen Community College has announced that the North Carolina Space Grant, sponsored through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Community College Aerospace Scholars program is now open for applications through Nov. 16.
NCAS gives community college students enrolled in science, mathematics, engineering, and technology (STEM) curricula an authentic NASA experience, encouraging students to finish a two-year degree or transfer to a four-year university to pursue a NASA-related field or career.
Eligible students must be United States citizens, high school graduates or equivalents, 18 years of age, registered at a U.S. community college in the semester prior to the onsite workshop, and have concurrent enrollment in or completion of nine or more hours of STEM coursework. Additionally, students should have internet access and the ability to commit to five weeks of online sessions.
For information, contact Sandy Canfield, assistant director, Partnerships and Resource Development NASA/North Carolina Space Grant (NC Space Grant), at 919-515-5943 or firstname.lastname@example.org. To review the scholarship details, visit www.ncspacegrant.org/.
Bladen Community College continues to provide opportunities for students to pursue higher education. To speak with an advisor about STEM opportunities at BCC, contact Lisa DeVane at 910-879-5509.


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The most persistent misunderstanding about Arizona’s new anti-immigration law, SB 1070, is that it is about security. The law’s supporters argue that there is a war going on the Mexican border, and that violence is infecting Arizona. In reality, SB 1070 is about punishing American businesses.
SB 1070 doesn’t create a state border security force. It doesn’t funnel state dollars to building a Great Wall of Arizona. It doesn’t magically stop illegal immigration in its tracks.
We hear a lot about property crimes involving illegal immigrants. Reports of them running across ranches and destroying rural property are rampant. While such instances do occur and should be prosecuted, crime rates in Arizona have been falling for years despite increasing numbers of illegal immigrants in the state, according to the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics.
For instance, the violent crime rate fell from 512 per 100,000 people in 2005 to 447 per 100,000 people in 2008—a 13 percent decrease. Meanwhile, the property crime rate fell from 5850 per 100,000 people in 2005 to 4291 per 100,000 people in 2008—A 27 percent decrease.
Illegal immigrants come here to work and live. They have to come illegally because the vast majority of them have no legal channel for entering the U.S. As a result, they avoid the police and typically avoid doing things that would attract the attention of law enforcement, like committing crimes. This phenomenon was first observed by the Dillingham Commission in the early 20th century and holds true today: Immigrants, including illegal immigrants, commit significantly fewer crimes than the native born on average.
So what does SB 1070 actually do? It assaults Arizona businesses. Sections 7 and 8 entrench and expand penalties for employers who knowingly or intentionally hire illegal immigrants. For a second such offense, the business owner’s licenses are revoked, permanently closing his business!
The Obama administration and the Democrats in Congress have been rightly criticized for rapidly increasing the size of government and de-facto nationalizing General Motors and large swaths of the financial industry, but they haven’t gone as far as Arizona in seeking to shut down small businesses.
SB 1070 essentially deputizes every business owner in the state into immigration enforcement. Employers already have to waste their valuable time verifying the immigration status of all employers using the faulty E-Verify system (which fails to detect illegals 54 percent of the time). Now, businesses are going to be further punished when they do what naturally comes to them: lowering costs and passing those savings onto consumers.
In a shaky economy with anemic growth and 9.7 percent unemployment, should Arizona further burden businesses across the state? Arizona was hit harder than most states by the housing bust and subsequent instability in the financial markets. The state has been struggling economically since 2008. The last thing the legislature should be doing is to attack the engine of future growth.
If SB 1070 benefits anybody, it is Arizona’s trial lawyers. Section 2 gives legal residents the power to sue any state agency or official that implements a policy restricting the enforcement of immigration laws, if that resident feels that agency’s or official’s efforts are deficient.
Furthermore, SB 1070 virtually deputizes all state employees as immigration enforcement officers. Immigration laws are complicated and unwieldy so they require much training to properly enforce. Officials will likely make mistakes that violate the civil liberties of all Arizona residents—resulting in even more lawsuits.
SB 1070 attacks capitalism and subsidizes lawyers while pretending to attack the phantom scourge of an illegal immigrant crime wave. In terms of bad law, this is as bad as it gets.

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New ratings from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest and most-utilized evaluator of charities, show a downgrade for the Humane Society of the United States.
“Charity Navigator now gives HSUS a lower level of trustworthiness than the notoriously radical People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA),” the Center for Consumer Freedom points out in a press release.
The Center for Consumer Freedom points to this as evidence that HSUS “is not adequately fulfilling its stated charitable purpose.”
“HSUS’s 2008 tax filing shows that the group spent less than one percent of its collected donations on grants to hands-on pet shelters. It put five times as much into its executive pension plan during that year,” the Center for Consumer Freedom says.


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09/07/15 at 11:48am
I will miss Haven. it is my favorite show. Too bad all good and creative shows get cancelled, and we get stuck with crappy ones on air.
I don't think the network made a good decision.
08/18/15 at 06:05pm
I think cancelling the the show before it's "final season"is a slap in the face to everyone involved!!! They should have announced Haven will end after 5 season!!! I love Haven and will miss it!!!
11/06/14 at 01:52pm
Haven has been cancelled. The series finale will air in Spring 2015. They just notified the cast and crew.
10/27/14 at 07:44am
Unfortunately, this show has 'jumped the shark'. I guess the writers have just run out of ideas. Pity!
05/24/14 at 06:55pm
I love Haven; it's so original! But of course, I love everything Stephen King does. I loved the episode where Audrey spanks Nathan. I still wonder what happened to their son, though. Maybe next season will tell us.
03/02/14 at 02:44pm
AWESOME Show can't wait for season 5!!!! Season 5 of "Haven" is planned to premiere in the fall of 2014, when 13 episodes will air. The final 13 episodes of the season will follow in 2015. There is no word as to whether these will be the last episodes of the series or not.
02/10/14 at 02:59pm
I too feel this show has lost it's way.
01/08/14 at 12:47pm
I have to agree with Tom, not only did alot of the plots have an ending but the plot with Duke and Nathan as well. I really enjoyed Haven but season 4 S**ked badly. I so hope that there will be a season 5 and this time written with the first three seasons in mind.
01/04/14 at 07:49am
I highly doubt that this show will get a fifth season. You can see just by watching the show that all of the various plot points are coming together for a closure.
Duke Crocker lost his "trouble" when he was forced to kill his brother, Wade Crocker. Then William comes on the scene bringing even worse "troubles" than the town as ever seen before. Now you're seeing how things are starting to wrap up. I have a feeling that by the end of season 4 Audrey will be standing beside William on the outskirts of the town looking down as the town burns. All of the various plots are coming together for one final endgame with William in the middle of it.


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When was the last time you heard about Africa’s development troubles? Not too long before the global economic disaster hit, the issue had finally permeated the mainstream media, which increased aid to the continent; since then, wealthy nations and the Western media have re-focused on their own problems. But it should come as no surprise that Africa’s struggles have persisted—and in some cases deteriorated even further. Of these, access to medicines remains a prominent dilemma: Canada took a lead role in finding a solution to this debacle earlier this decade, but our work ultimately proved futile because the legislation we passed (Bill C-9, now known as Canada’s Access to Medicines Regime or CAMR) was much too limiting. Following the tabling of Bill S-232 in the Senate this past Tuesday, though, that may no longer be the case.
Canada’s efforts to increase access to medicines came after a 2003 World Trade Organization (WTO) ruling permitted the production of generic versions of patented drugs, provided that they were sold to countries in desperate need of them. In response, Canada drafted Jean Chrétien’s Pledge to Africa Act (the JCPA, previously known as Bill C-9). The action itself exhibited a respect for the belief that health is a human right, but the legislation that eventually passed through the House of Commons and the Senate has been criticized for a number of fatal flaws. Chiefly, CAMR forces manufacturers to apply for and obtain a licence for each drug they wish to manufacture and export, and each licence only allows for export in a pre-set quantity to a single country, for a maximum of two years. The red tape is in abundance.
Because these problems inhibit CAMR’s usefulness, the legislation has been ineffective. For example, Canadian generic drug manufacturer Apotex Inc. offered to produce Apo Triavir, a generic fixed-dose combination of the antiretroviral drugs Zidovudine, Lamivudine, and Nevirapine shortly after CAMR was passed in May 2005, but up until 2008, not a single drug had gone out under the Regime. Antiretrovirals are commonly used in HIV treatment because they keep the amount of HIV—which weakens the body’s immune system—at a low level. Apo Triavir would have offered the three medicines in a single dose, thereby improving medical compliance, and Apotex was willing to produce it at the cost of US$0.195 per tablet, whereas the three medicines would cost $6.00 if purchased individually. An order was eventually sent to Rwanda last year, but Bruce Clark, Vice-President of Regulatory and Medical Affairs at Apotex, stated that its production was so convoluted and inefficient that his company would not use CAMR again unless amendments were made to it.
Of all the changes that various groups have requested, the Toronto-based Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network, the leading force behind the push to amend CAMR, is pressing hard for the one-licence solution in Bill S-232. Under this proposal, according to the Legal Network, “separate negotiations with patent-holders [would] no longer [be] required for each purchasing country and each order of medicines.” In short, the process would be significantly simplified and developing countries would be able to get assistance much more easily than they currently can.
Eowynne Feeney asking for a signed postcard at Toronto’s public education event. Photo courtesy of Eowynne Feeney.
Why the urgency now? Eowynne Feeney, the Legal Network’s Outreach and Development Coordinator, says the reasoning is two-fold: first, Liberal Senator Yoine Goldstein has only just become the first senator willing to table the amendments; and second, Apotex has offered to produce another fixed-dose combination that can be used to treat children living with HIV/AIDS if the amendments are passed. Sadly, despite all of the good that this could cause, the media and the public are largely unaware of Bill S-232 because it has been put forward in the Senate and not the House (the Legal Network is currently looking for a Member of Parliament to step up and support it in the House).
To supplant the attention that a House reading and MP support could garner, interested groups and Senator Goldstein are doing what they can to raise awareness. Last week the Legal Network hosted an Expert Panel in Ottawa that included Stephen Lewis and UNICEF Canada’s Executive Director Nigel Fisher, and on Wednesday the Legal Network and other bodies ran public education events in Toronto and five other Canadian cities. In Toronto alone, approximately thirty volunteers canvassed downtown street corners asking people to fill out postcards that will be sent to their Members of Parliament indicating that they support a one-licence solution. By the end of the one-hour event, more than three hundred had been signed.
The recent tabling has been encouraging for everyone who fought for adequate amendments to CAMR: a review of the legislation has been drawn out for far too long, and there was worry that nothing would be accomplished under a Conservative government that appears to dislike the Regime that was put forward by the Liberals. Finally, after years of hard work, there has been a breakthrough. But this is just the first step. Hopefully we’ll get it right by the end of this round of negotiations, because a third chance may never come around.


In a wider framework of cultural exchanges between China and Greece, some days ago the Chinese embassy in Athens donated a collection of 22 Chinese opera costumes to Greece in a ceremony held in the Greek capital.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Chinese Ambassador to Greece Zou Xiaoli said that “Cultural exchanges between China and Greece are founded on the shared values of mutual respect, equality, inclusiveness and mutual learning”, as Xinhua news agency reported.
The costumes in a way symbolise the diplomatic ties between the two countries since they belong to several Chinese delegations that have visited Greece in the past years.
Costumes were officially donated to Greece’s Piraeus Bank Group Cultural Foundation (PIOP) which supports the preservation and showcasing of Greece’s cultural heritage, with an emphasis on its artisanal and industrial technology. As well, it promotes the connection of Culture with the Environment.
The Silk Museum of Soufli, northern Greece. A wonderful architectural example of older times, full of exhibits touched by silk
“They will soon be put on display at the thematic Silk Museum of Soufli in northern Greece,” ANA-MPA reads, that is “a major silk-producing center in the late 19th through to the mid-20th century, as well as the state-run Museum of Asian Art on Corfu island in western Greece. In addition to the theatrical costumes, the embassy donated also a traditional Miao minority costume.”… / IBNA
The exquisite exterior of the Museum of Asian Art on Corfu island, western Greece
Main Photo: Chinese Ambassador to Greece Zou Xiaoli (R) and Sophia Staikou, Chairperson of the PIOP during the ceremony


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Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) scored a victory in the continuing legal battle over its market position after a US court dismissed an antitrust complaint that was filed against the firm by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The judge ruled that the Federal Trade Commission had not offered sufficient evidence to prove that Facebook was a monopoly. Shares in the social network surged in the June 29, 2021 session on Wall Street.
Overnight, the judge ruled that the FTC failed to offer enough evidence to prove the monopolistic nature of the social media giant. But, the case itself was not dismissed which means that the regulator can refile another complaint if it wants to do it.
The FTC originally filed this case in December 2021 alongside a coalition of 48 US states. All of them accused Facebook of using its market power to squash competitors. One of the solutions sought by the coalition includes forcing the firm to spin out its instant messaging platform, WhatsApp, and its image sharing platform, Instagram, which Facebook acquired in 2014 and 2012 respectively.
Notably, the ruling sent shares in the company surging in the June 29 session on Wall Street, with the Facebook shares trading 4.2% higher at US$355.64 at the closing bell. The gains pushed the company’s market cap above US$1 trillion for the first time.
Nonetheless, Facebook is also facing a lot of regulatory pressure on the other side of the Atlantic, with the EU and UK watchdogs having opened various market abuse investigations into the company earlier in June.
This case may also spur the US legislators to pass new laws and policies aimed at overhauling existing antitrust laws. The legislation is currently making its way to the House of Representatives.


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Lawmakers officially approved Russian oil firm Yukos Sept. 17 as a strategic investor in the Mazeikiu Nafta oil complex.
Parliament voted 60-28 with nine abstentions to transfer the rights and obligations granted to the U.S. energy company Williams International in 1999 to Yukos. The remaining deputies in the 141-seat Seimas parliament were absent or did not vote.
The decision allows Yukos to take over managing rights in Mazeikiu, which includes a refinery, pipeline and import-export terminal.
The Russian company bought a 26.85 percent stake from Williams for $85 million in August, upping its total holdings in Mazeikiu to 53.7 percent.
Yukos had requested the Parliament vote on setting up the legal framework for the deal.
The Netherlands-registered Yukos-Finance was named as transferee of Williams' rights and obligations. This decision was passed by a count of 63-37 with seven abstentions.
The government retains a 40.66 percent stake in the oil complex, which accounts for more than 10 percent of the country's GDP. Annual turnover at Mazeikiu is roughly 4 billion litas (1.16 billion euros).
"Yukos is ready to invest millions of dollars into the reconstruction of Mazeikiu and there's no danger for Lithuanian security," said Prime Minister Algirdas Brazauskas.
Opposition lawmakers disagreed, with many claiming the Yukos deal and the Parliament's formal acceptance means increased Russian influence in the country.
"Russia traditionally uses its oil companies for political goals," said Eugenijus Gentvilas,leader of the Liberal Union, the biggest opposition force in the Parliament.
Vytautas Landsbergis, leader of the opposition Conservative Party, said in a statement that the deal turned Lithuania into a "semi-Russian territory."
But political support outweighed these concerns, and Arturas Paulauskas, who succeeded Landsbergis as Parliament speaker and supports the Yukos deal, questioned the old independence hero's sanity.
"This statement should be analyzed by doctors, and they should not be specialists in lung disease," he said.
Yukos Vice President Mikhail Brudno has said the company will offer better management of Lithuania's most important company than its previous American shareholder did.
Since it acquired its stake in the complex in 1999, Williams has presided over heavy operating losses. In the second quarter of 2002, Mazeikiu announced operating losses of $349 million.
Supporters of the Yukos deal rallied to offer consolation to a public uneasy about the prospect of ceding so much control to a Russian firm.
Brazauskas said the Klaipeda oil terminal could be used in any emergency to import oil, especially since the government took direct control Sept. 13 of the terminal's operator, Klaipedos Nafta.
The government now holds 70.44 percent of shares in Klaipedos Nafta. Previously, it controlled the oil terminal operator through Naftos Terminalas, which had held 94.9 percent of Klaipedos Naftas shares until a capital reduction procedure was competed.
Authorized capital was reduce by annulling 308.73 million shares with a nominal value of 1 litas, and shareholders received one share in Klaipedos Nafta per each annulled share in Naftos Terminalas.
Klaipedos Nafta is likely to be added to the list of state-run enterprises that are not subject to privatization. The government considers retaining at least 51 percent of the voting equity in Klaipedos Nafta so that to ensure an alternative supply of oil products.


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Philippine shares pulled again on Friday as cautious traders booked positive aspects after the US financial system contracted for a second consecutive quarter.
The benchmark Philippine Inventory Alternate index (PSEi) sank 0.99 %, or 63.33 factors, to six,315.93 whereas the broader All Shares index shed 0.76 %, or 26.14 factors, to three,398.82.
“Philippine shares had been offered to shut the month after successive cut price looking session, as they turned cautious of the unfavorable US [gross domestic product] studying,” Luis Gerardo Limlingan, head of gross sales at inventory brokerage home Regina Capital Growth, stated in a notice to traders on Friday.
Moreover, the PSEi was weighed down by Manila Electrical Co.’s (Meralc…
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