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The media coverage of the Clinton pardons has been so biased, overblown and vituperative as to call into question the very purpose of what currently passes as journalism. It is difficult to recall a more partisan, one-sided hatchet job.
Surely, even the faintest sense of fairness would compel a comparison of former President Clinton’s actions with that of his predecessors and, as Rep. Henry Waxman pointed out at a recent hearing to a largely indifferent Washington press corps, Republican Presidents have more than matched the outrages of Clinton.
Forget Gerald Ford’s pardon of Richard M. Nixon, which, while effectively short-circuiting an ongoing probe of possibly the most egregious behavior of any US President, can be rationalized as a healing gesture. Nixon had accomplished much, and he was by then a broken man. We can also overlook Ronald Reagan’s pardon of Yankee owner George Steinbrenner, who had pleaded guilty to violating election laws.
But unforgivable is what former President George Bush did. He protected himself–a former Reagan Administration official–in an ongoing investigation when he pardoned Reagan’s Defense secretary, Casper Weinberger, and the rest of the Iran/contra gang of six.
At the time, Independent Counsel Lawrence E. Walsh bitterly charged that “the Iran/contra cover-up, which has continued for more than six years, has now been completed”–by presidential fiat. Walsh called it “evidence of a conspiracy among the highest-ranking Reagan Administration officials to lie to Congress and the American public” and said that, “in light of President Bush’s own misconduct,” he was “gravely concerned” about Bush’s decision to pardon others.
Bush could easily have been said to have covered up his own potential culpability–far short of anything Clinton has been accused of doing in his pardon of Marc Rich or anyone else. Nor did the Bush Iran/contra pardons pass the one-more-pardon-before-leaving-the-White-House “smell test” so liberally applied to Clinton’s pardons; the pardon came after intensive lobbying by former Reagan aides and many last-minute White House meetings.
As for pardoning drug dealers, so upsetting when ordered by Clinton, again why no comparison with Bush’s similar and arguably more offensive pardon of that nature? Bush’s pardon of Aslam Adam, a Pakistani heroin trafficker serving a fifty-five-year sentence, would seem more startling than Clinton’s pardon of an LA Latino from a sentence one-fifth as long.
And, OK, let’s talk about Marc Rich. Let’s compare his pardon to that of another financier, Armand Hammer. If Rich bought his pardon, he at least felt the need to employ the precaution of funneling a contribution through his ex-wife, as some charge. Hammer was considerably more blatant. Not only had he pleaded guilty to the charge of making illegal campaign contributions but also, when pardoned from that offense by Bush, he forked over two gifts of $100,000 to the GOP as well as to Bush’s inaugural committee.
Those represented fresh contributions to an incoming administration that could continue to bestow favors–not, as with Clinton, to a soon-to-be ex-President’s library. But if it is library contributions that now so fascinate, why did House Government Reform Committee Chairman Dan Burton turn down ranking Democrat Waxman’s request that the records of contributions to Republican Presidents’ libraries also be subpoenaed?
And imagine the outcry if Clinton had pardoned an immigrant exile accused of masterminding an airline bombing that cost the lives of seventy-three people, including twenty-four teenage members of an Olympic fencing team. Yet that is what George Bush did in acceding to the requests of his son, Jeb, to pardon Orlando Bosch, gaining Jeb support in Miami’s exile Cuban community.
The most serious of Clinton’s pardon excesses, that of former CIA Director John Deutsch, does not rise to that level, but it is odd that it has not been criticized. By pardoning Deutsch, Clinton ended an inquiry into how sloppily top secrets are handled at the highest level. The Clinton Administration had held former Los Alamos scientist Wen Ho Lee in solitary confinement for mishandling data that wasn’t even classified as secret at the time. It was Lee and not Deutsch who deserved a pardon. But that would have meant enduring criticism, and Clinton only does that for well-connected people.
What Clinton did in catering to the wishes of his rich backers was probably less motivated by library gifts than by misplaced compassion for well-heeled but seedy people. That makes it all the more depressing, for one would have hoped that someone who came up the hard way would know that the filthy rich don’t deserve special favors. But the rich pay the piper, and no matter who’s in the White House, Presidents do dance.
So it is, and so it always has been. The presidential pardon is a perk of office, which has only the function of exonerating those the judicial system would otherwise continue to condemn. It is a power begging to be abused, but no more so by Clinton than many a Republican President who preceded him.


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Preliminary outcomes from the PULSE randomised controlled trial - a multi-component type 2 diabetes prevention program for men (#68)
Aim: To determine the efficacy of the PULSE program (Prevention Using LifeStyle Education) – a multi-component intervention for type 2 diabetes (T2D) prevention tailored for men. Study design: A 3-month randomized controlled trial (wait-list control group). Eligibility required men to be at high risk based on the Australian Diabetes Risk (AUSDRISK) screening tool. After baseline assessments (anthropometrics, fitness tests and blood tests), men were randomized (stratified by BMI and age) to either the intervention (n = 53) or wait-list control (n = 48) group. Follow up measures were conducted at 3 months. Intervention: Participants were provided with a T2D resource manual, which focused on providing information and tips on the appropriate diet and exercise for improving T2D risk profile. This was complimented by the SHED-IT weight loss resources. Men were also provided with a home-based exercise program, which recommended 150 min aerobic exercise and 60 min resistance training (Gymstick and body weight exercises). Results: Repeated measures ANOVA revealed significant (P < 0.05) group by time interactions for weight, BMI, waist circumference (narrowest), fat mass and skeletal muscle mass (Bioimpedance), predicted VO2max (Ebbeling treadmill protocol), and insulin, but not for fasting plasma glucose or HbA1C. Between groups differences (mean and 95% CI) favoured the intervention group for weight change (3.66 kg [2.41, 4.93; 95% CI], P < 0.001), BMI (1.05 kg.m-2 [0.62, 1.47; 95% CI], P < 0.001), waist circumference (4.98 cm [2.60, 7.35; 95% CI], P < 0.001), fat mass (2.99 kg [0.56, 5.41; 95% CI], P = 0.016), skeletal muscle mass (1.70 kg [0.35, 3.05; 95% CI], P = 0.014), predicted VO2max (2.37 ml.kg-1.min-1 [0.27, 4.47; 95% CI], P = 0.027) and insulin (2.77 mIU/L [0.49, 5.05; 95% CI], P = 0.018). Conclusion: A home-based multi-component lifestyle program can provide significant health improvements for men at risk of T2D.

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Hi all! This is my submission for the Wednesday Stamp Club #52 over at the My Favorite Things blog. They have a weekly sketch that you can play along with.
This is my card:
The star was hand drawn on patterned paper and then cut out. I'm not sure if you can tell, but underneath the sentiment there's a scalloped edge. The banner was cut out with the pennants set but then extended with a strip of the same designer paper, as it was not long enough for my purposes.
I am being good and not combining this with any other challenges even though it fits with two others. I told you I'd try to make a card for each challenge!
pattern paper: Basic Grey- oddball collection and other unknown collection
card stock: Georgia Pacific white card stock; Papertrey Ink in Spring Moss
stamps: My Favorite Things- You're So Tweet stamp set
ink: Memento in Tuxedo Black
Copic colors: E27, E29, E30, E42, YG21, B0000
accesories: Fiskars- scallop edge punch and corner rounder; My Mind's Eye Lush rhinestones in blue; nestabilities pennant dies

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The Waccamaw Neck Bikeway is a developing off-road trail currently available in a few disconnected sections, which primarily parallel U.S. 17 (Ocean Highway) and Kings River Road. Bicyclists can travel on-road, following share-the-road signs, to complete the route from Murrells Inlet to Pawleys Island.
Along the way, travelers can access Huntington Beach State Park, a sprawling 2,500-acre natural oasis of maritime forest and pristine wetlands. Nearby Brookgreen Gardens, a sculpture garden and wildlife preserve, is also a worthwhile attraction to visit.
A gap along the busy Ocean Highway that plagued trail users for years was finally filled-in, providing an off-road connection along a utility corridor between Trace Drive and Boyle Drive and created a much more seamless experience.
Trail users should take care on the portion of the path along Willbrook Boulevard, as golf carts from the neighboring clubs are permitted to use the trail here.
Future plans call for lengthening the bikeway to a total of 27 miles from the Horry/Georgetown county line to Waccamaw Neck. The trail is also part of the East Coast Greenway, a growing network of connected multi-use trails extending from Florida to Maine.
Parking is available at Morse Park Landing in Murrells Inlet, as well as in Huntington Beach State Park (but note that there’s a nominal park admission fee).
TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy
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In a November 4 letter, the California Teamsters, which represents nearly 250,000 workers statewide and 14,000 workers in the UC system, sharply criticized the UAW 2865 Executive Board’s decision to endorse the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) Movement.
The Teamsters, our union allies, emphasize that they “cannot conceive of an action more hostile to the interests of [Teamsters] members and more antithetical to the most basic principles of the union movement,” and we agree completely.
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Dear [Michelle] Glowa and Members of the Executive Board,
It has come to our attention that the Executive Board of UAW Local 2865 has endorsed the “Global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanction Movement” against companies that do business in Israel. In addition, we understand you have also endorsed the so-called “Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel.” We further understand that you are putting the matter to a vote of your bargaining unit members on December 6 [sic], 2014.
Teamsters Joint Council 7 and 42 is comprised of our members in California, Nevada, Hawaii, and the Pacific. This includes Local 2010 that represents 14,000 employees throughout the University of California system.
As you are no doubt aware, the companies that are targeted by the BDS movement include numerous employers that are represented by organized labor, including many thousands who are represented by the Teamsters. Indeed, some of the companies you wish your union to boycott and divest from are represented by the United Auto Workers. In the case of the Teamsters, we represent tens of thousands of employees at the following companies that are listed as targets of the BDS campaign:
Whatever your motives, we cannot conceive of an action more hostile to the interests of our members and more antithetical to the most basic principles of the union movement than for a union to call for actions which are intended to do harm to the economic security of other union members. We would find it difficult to ask our members to support your union in a labor dispute with the University of California so long as you are engaged in activities that are fundamentally hostile to their interests.
Giving you the benefit of the doubt, we can only assume that you took your actions without consideration of the potential harm to hard working union members across California and the United States. We ask you to look at that issue now. Unlike the members of your union, who are graduate students and therefore union members for a short period of time, our members are working in jobs that must support them for a lifetime and it is our job to protect them for all of their working lives.
We would strongly request that you reconsider your actions.

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Ergonomics plays a big role these days. How components work in sync in the vehicle is crucial to a comfortable ride not only for your underside but alsofor your eyes. And when you're talking about parts and components in the interior, it quickly becomes obvious that it's where most of your time will be spent. As such, getting everything in working order becomes a pretty big priority.
Originally our Camaro came with a column-mount shifter; however, the previous owner had converted to a floor-mount unit and never swapped the factory column, instead removing the handle by driving out the retaining pin. While it was a quick fix, it wasn't without its issues. At times the shifter would rotate, essentially getting stuck between gears, and wouldn't allow you to crank the motor over.
Since our five-speed conversion, it wasn't necessary to retain the factory steering column. We decided to go with a complete, non-tilt Flaming River Classic Bell system, which is a direct-fit kit that pops right in, and the factory wiring harness and looms are all plug-and-play. As you can see, we opted for the black powder coat version, but they're also available in a polished or chrome finish. We're talking minimal work required here. We also did away with the factory steering shaft and rag-joint setup in favor of Flaming River's EZ Fit steering shaft that features a spring-loaded assembly to provide a significant amount of header clearance, absorbs chassis flex, and, more importantly, collapses in case of an accident.
What did we get for our efforts? Considering it only took about four hours from start to finish, we made out pretty well. Plus, we didn't even need special tools. Read on as we outline what it takes to complete a column and steering shaft swap in an afternoon.
What we did
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Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood and ambiance of any living space. It not only affects our perception of the room’s size and shape but also influences our emotions and well-being. OP Light is a revolutionary brand that offers dynamic illumination solutions that can transform any space into an immersive experience. In this article, we will explore the magic of OP Light and how it can enhance your living space.
OP Light Technology
OP Light uses advanced LED technology that can produce a wide range of colors, brightness levels, and effects. The LED strips can be installed on walls, ceilings, or even under furniture to create a stunning visual impact. OP Light’s unique design allows the user to control the lighting with a remote, app, or voice commands, making it a convenient and versatile lighting solution.
Dynamic Color Options
One of the most remarkable features of OP Light is its ability to produce a spectrum of colors. With over 16 million color options, you can choose the perfect shade to complement your décor or set the mood for any occasion. Whether you want to create a warm, cozy atmosphere or a cool, futuristic vibe, OP Light can do it all.
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The quality and intensity of lighting have a significant impact on our well-being. OP Light’s dynamic illumination can help reduce stress, improve focus and enhance mood. It can also be used to simulate natural sunlight, which is proven to improve our mental and physical health.
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OP Light’s dynamic illumination solutions can transform any living space into an immersive visual experience. With its advanced LED technology, multiple color options, and customizable effects, OP Light can create the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Furthermore, it offers numerous benefits like improved well-being, energy efficiency, and flexible design options. If you want to take your living space to the next level, OP Light is the perfect solution for you.


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This charming sundress ensemble is a great addition to any Ruby Red Fashion Friend's wardrobe for St. Patrick's Day. The dress is made of an adorable green Leprechaun top hat print with green and gold shamrocks on white cotton. The bodice has tiny contrast green striped print straps at the shoulders and is fully lined. The contrast waistband is made of green stripe print cotton. A gold ribbon bow adorns the waist. The skirt is full and gathered at the waist for a wonderful silhouette. The dress fastens in back with buttons. Complete this cute outfit with the matching beret. The beret is fully lined and made of green stripe print cotton with a gold ribbon bow on the hat band.
Gold bow toe ballet flats styles shoes are included to complete the look.
Seams top stitched for durability. No velcro. Other colors or patterns available upon request. Please note the doll and props pictured are not included. Every Cottontail Doll Designs outfit is one of a kind and will not be reproduced, my assurance to you that you'll always have a custom item as unique as your favorite doll. Created in a smoke and pet free sewing studio.
This ensemble is designed to fit 14.5" Ruby Red Fashion Friends dolls.

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Since my room has a more spring and summer feel to it, I don't do as much decorating for fall. But I do try to have hints of autumn in my room decor from September through November.
This year I added some dried hydrangeas and a bowl of decorative pears to my tray,
an earth tone candle and a tin leaf to my nightstand,
and a green candle to my dresser.
Fall is in the air!

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The Helsinki Health Study at the University of Helsinki investigated the development of symptoms of insomnia in middle age and their impact on memory, learning ability and concentration after retirement. The observation period was 15-17 years.
According to the study, long-term symptoms of insomnia and subsequent deterioration in cognitive functioning have a clear association.
“The results show that severe symptoms of insomnia were associated with impaired cognitive function among those who were legally retired,” says Dr. Anti Etolen, describing the results of the study.
The study also found that memory problems as well as problems with the ability to learn and concentrate increased as the symptoms of insomnia persisted.
Sleeps well in middle age
Previous research has shown that there are a number of mechanisms that may explain how sleep can affect cognitive function. What makes a recently published study exceptional is the long period of observation of insomnia symptoms.
Among other things, the study showed that as insomnia symptoms decreased over the years, cognitive functioning was also better at retirement age compared to persistent problems.
According to researchers, prolonged symptoms of insomnia should be considered as risk factors for poor cognitive functioning.
“Based on our results, early intervention to combat the symptoms of insomnia or measures to improve sleep quality will be justified,” says Professor Theo Lalucca.
There are many ways to improve sleep quality, including regularity of sleep rhythm, appropriate temperature and brightness of sleep environment, as well as optimal time for exercise, coffee and food intake.
However, Lalucca believes that research interventions are still needed to determine the effects of measures to support good sleep.
“In future research, it would be interesting to shed further light on, for example, whether treating insomnia can also slow the development of memory disorders,” says Lalucca. She emphasizes that only self-reported memory symptoms can be considered in this study.
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It is a blistering new Amapiano tune as Kelvin Momo reunites with Precious DJ for a jam of the breeze and bliss titled “Come Closer.” This effort features Benjamin and Thato.
Just recently, we brought you the groove of “Buya” which was masterminded by Kelvin Momo, Precious DJ and Thato. Only thing is the fact that “Come Closer” holds even more of the ace.
Do we even mention the streak of his mixtape venture which he has now inspired an entire movement and village out of?
Precious DJ might also only be making a sophomore appearance on Hitvibes with “Come Closer,” there is no disappointment on this production masterpiece of the instrumentals, sounds and melody.
Plus, the support of Benjamin and Thato would count for a lot to ensure the rout is completed on all fronts as well as the continuation of the raging streak of the Amapiano movement.
Your weekend might be going really well but this latest musical engineering is one that is certain to banish every element of the Sunday blues you might already be feeling and set you up unto the path of an explosive week ahead.
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Talwar Gallery, New Delhi is pleased to announce Present Continuous, an exhibition of recent works by Ranjani Shettar. Ephemeral yet distinct, between shadows and form, Shettar’s works permeate elusiveness and a refusal to be contained by simple categorization. Her materials yield to unfamiliar realizations, as in Stretch in which wood seems to have been molded like clay, while on the main level Scent of a Sound traverses the gallery space like an unruly fragrance encompassing it like a lingering melody. The organic forms constructed with steel and muslin float in mid-air confronting the viewer as they enter, daring them to step inside and imbibe. Further, in Aureole – a multi-piece cast bronze silhouette of a threshold sweeps across space gracefully defying materiality and weight while drawing from a millennium-old tradition. Lagoon, laden with lush, rich, and dense forms created from lacquered wood immersed in depths of blue, is indulgent and inviting.
"Seduced by their simplicity and openness, our experience of Ranjani's works yields humility and a surrender to their splendor."
Shettar’s use of traditional and modern crafts to sculpt natural and industrial materials accentuates the tenuous relationship between industry and nature. She resolves this by uncovering the beauty within their co existence and in the collaboration between man and nature. In creating environments with sculpture and installation, Shettar fuses the two realms together with dynamic yet graceful forms and textures, revealing the spectacle and magnanimity of natural phenomena. Seduced by their simplicity and openness, our experience of her works yields humility and a surrender to their splendor.


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Slovakia, thanks to its dense river network and varied landforms, offers the option to navigate down the rivers of different size and type. Both, the most demanding fans of boating and families with children find here favourable conditions for boating.
Fans of traditional longer passages choose the rivers Hron, Váh, Nitra, Ipeľ, Orava or Ondava. Calm, easy and ever more sought after are navigations down the river Malý Dunaj and arms of the Danube or the Morava rivers.
With regard to oscillating water table over the year, some smaller rivers can be chosen only during certain seasons. Rivers like Belá, Revúca a Biely Váh, navigable from Važec in time of snow thaw are in this group. The Čierny Váh is navigable from its confluence with Ždiarsky potok near Liptovská Teplička.
Popular navigations include those down the cascades, of for example, rivers like Dunajec and Hornád. The river Orava is navigable from Párnica in Žaškovský Brod as far as Kraľovany, where it flows into the Váh. Less demanding rafting can be experienced on the Vah River from Bešeňová through Ružomberok to Kraľovany located at the lower Liptov and Strečno breakthrough of the Low Fatra at the section Lipovec - Strečno.
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THOUSAND OAKS : Library Gift Store Seeking Volunteers
The gift store at the Thousand Oaks Library needs more volunteers to work weekend and evening shifts, the library’s volunteer coordinator said.
Coordinator Norma Callero said the library is looking for dedicated people who are interested in working at least three hours per week. The job requires extensive training by library staff.
The Thousand Oaks Library Foundation runs the store, which has gift items ranging from posters and books to jewelry, folk art and games. Proceeds from sales are used to help subsidize library programs and services.
For more information, visit the Thousand Oaks Library at 1401 E. Janss Road or call 497-6282, Ext. 225.


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Support if debt is affecting your mental health
1 in 4 people will develop a mental health problem and 50% of those who experience mental distress also have a problem with debt.
The Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space (MHCBS) service can provide protection to those suffering a mental health crisis who are struggling with debt. Protections can include:
- freezing interest and other charges
- pausing enforcement and collection
- preventing contact from creditors.
These protections can last for up to 30 days after the mental health crisis has ended.
An individual may be eligible for the service if they live in Kent and meet at least 1 of 3 criteria:
- they have been detained in hospital for assessment or treatment (including under part 3 of the Mental Health Act 1983)
- they have been removed to a place of safety by a police officer
- they are receiving any other crisis, emergency or acute care or treatment in hospital or in the community from a specialist mental health service in relation to a mental disorder of a serious nature. This can include services offered by community mental health services and crisis houses.

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As we all prepare to kiss 2020 goodbye (seriously, we can’t wait), these new moms have something special to look forward to in 2021.
Despite this year’s calamity, 2020 has brought about a heap of baby announcements that have peppered in joy throughout some of the darkness from this past year. We’re seeing couples ring in the new year with the anticipation of becoming a first-time mom, and some are welcoming a new child to an already full and happy family. Whatever the case, we’re over the moon happy for these celebrity mamas who are growing and glowing their way into the new year…with a new baby in tow!
Scroll through the gallery to see the expecting moms
The singer and her husband Kendall Taylor are expecting their first child together in 2021. The couple openly spoke about the fertility issues they faced for years while trying to conceive, and give all honor to God for bringing about this new blessing.
Yes mama! This glowing beauty is expecting baby #2 with husband Tim Witherspoon and has been glowing her entire pregnancy.
The singer and model is expecting her second child with husband Alex Fine one year after welcoming their first child Frankie.
The singer and her partner Matt Pokora announced they are expecting their second child together in 2021.
The R&B singer made a fabulous debut of her baby bump in December.
Back in November, the “Over It” singer announced that she is pregnant with her first child.
Khadijah Haqq McCray
The ATL star announced that she is pregnant with her third child, a girl, back in August.
The Real Housewives Of Potomac star is expecting her second child in February 2021.


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Will the Amtrak Crash Convince Lawmakers to Take Action?
By Sandra Dalton, Staff Writer
On May 12, 2015, an Amtrak commuter train derailed in Philadelphia, killing eight people and injuring over 200. The train was travelling north at about 70 mph in an 80 mph zone when, instead of slowing down, it suddenly accelerated to over 100 mph, just before hitting a curve that has a 50 mph speed limit. Had an automated system been in place to slow the train down or stop it, the crash could have been averted.
Why No Automated System?
In fact, Amtrak has been using automatic train control (ATC) on that curve for years, but not on northbound trains. ATC detects speeding trains and automatically slows them down to prevent derailment and other accidents. Amtrak saw the necessity for ATC on southbound trains on this particular curve, so why not on the northbound trains?
According to an Amtrak official, the southbound trains are approaching from a higher-speed section of track than the northbound trains. Southbound trains must transition from a 110 mph zone to a 50 mph curve. Since the speed limit is 80 mph on the northbound approach, Amtrak didn’t think they needed ATC to prevent accidents in the northbound trains.
By what logic?
ATC protects against human error, such as speeding or failing to slow down before a curve. The idea is that if the engineer is distracted or fatigued, or has a health event such as a heart attack, ATC detects the unsafe speed and takes over to prevent the crash. Speed limits, whether 110 mph or 80 mph offer no protection if the engineer ignores them or is suddenly incapacitated.
Amtrak was required to install ATC for northbound trains before it was allowed to reopen the stretch of track affected by the crash.
Still Stalling on Positive Train Control
Positive train control (PTC) is a more advanced and complex system than ATC. It uses GPS, computers, and wireless radio to monitor trains and take control when needed to prevent derailments, collisions, and speeding. It detects hazards that ATC cannot detect, so it can prevent more accident types.
Congrss set a deadline in 2008 for the railroads to install PTC by the end of 2015. Now they are considering extending that deadline. Completing PTC installation will be very costly, and a complex process because competing railroads will have to work together to coordinate the system.
However, ATC, could be installed in the meantime. It would be a significant step toward safer railways, and could have prevented May 12th’s tragic crash.

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Price range: € 10.000 / € 20.000
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Artist: Louis Gabriel Eugène Isabey (French, 1803-1886)
Title: 'Bringing the Catch Home'
Size: 65 x 92 cm (25,5 x 36,2 inch)
Signed: Lower left; L. Isabey
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Louis Gabriel Eugène Isabey was the son of the famous painter and miniaturist Jean-Baptiste Isabey (1767-1855).
Initially he wanted to become sailor but at the insistence of his father he became a painter.
He painted scenes of history, genre and landscapes and shipwrecks near the sea.
His first works are influenced by Eugène Delacroix and Richard Parkes Bonington. In particular, he used a lot of a gray color nuance.
In Paris he worked a lot in his studio together with students like Eugène Boudin, of which he was a master, Johan Barthold Jongkind and Durand-Brager. He was the friend of Horace Vernet.
In 1821, Isabey was chosen to accompany the diplomatic mission of Count de Mornay in Morocco.
From 1824, he stayed in Honfleur with the landscape and genre painter
Xavier Leprince, and moved to St. Simeon in 1826.
Isabel influenced among others Johan Barthold Jongkind and Eugène Boudin.
He is buried in the Père-Lachaise.
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Download Sufi Woman by Jidenna . . . Nigerian-born American singer, Jidenna came through with this Afro-Beat influenced track titled ‘Sufi Woman’.
The impressive single serves as an appreciation to African women with the artist singing passionately.
However, ‘Sufi Woman’ serves as a track off his upcoming album titled ‘85 To Africa,’ to drop 23rd August.
Additionally, the new single was released alongside another impressive track titled ‘Tribe’.
Listen below and enjoy!
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A police vehicle was burnt in Elgeyo Marakwet as security personnel and an armed gang that attempted to rescue a notorious banditry suspect engaged in a fierce shootout on Thursday evening.
The gang stormed Liter Police Post in Kerio Valley, Marakwet East, after a man identified as Denis Kemboi, who had escaped from Iten County Referral Hospital on April 11, following a raid at the health facility, was arrested.
During the April raid at Iten Hospital, the suspect, who had a gunshot wound and was being guarded by police officers, was freed after six men armed with AK47 rifles stormed the facility and took him away at night.
Police had reported that Kemboi was wanted for masterminding several banditry attacks in Kerio Valley.
On Thursday evening, police said, Kemboi was arrested in Kaben village at around 7pm after locals tipped them off on his whereabouts.
In the same way, as it happened in April, a gang armed with guns stormed Liter Police Post and launched another rescue mission.
Marakwet East sub-county police commander John Muchiri said the gang torched a police Land Cruiser during the clash.
But police at the post managed to hold the wanted suspect, Muchiri said.
According to locals, the suspect was nabbed by police officers and reservists and arrested at 7pm on Thursday, October 12.
Muchiri said after the suspect had been taken to the police post located on the border of Elgeyo Marakwet and West Pokot, an armed gang suspected to be his accomplices regrouped and staged a rescue mission.
He said the gang stormed Liter Police station with the intention of aiding the suspect’s escape but were repulsed as they attempted to force entry into the camp.
Police reports said the attack triggered a fierce exchange of fire, which lasted for nearly an hour and was repulsed around 8pm after a reinforcement from Tot Police Station about 12km away arrived.
“The police have been looking for the suspect since the April rescue mission. Fortunately, we have him in our custody now after we thwarted the Thursday evening rescue mission,” Muchiri told the Standard.
He said the torched Land Cruiser was ferrying the first team of responders from Tot Police Station. No casualties were reported.
“The police vehicle, which was burnt by the gang, was ferrying the first responders. They torched it as our officers were repulsing them. Our officers ensured that the suspect did not escape,” he said.
Muchiri further said: “The suspect has been terrorising locals even after escaping from police custody in hospital. We believe that he is the leader of the gang that attempted to rescue him, which aided his escape in April. He is giving the police information.”
Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich urged the police to arrest all criminals terrorizing locals in the Kerio Valley.
The Governor asked locals to continue calling out criminals wreaking havoc in the area.
“I urge the community to continue identifying and producing all criminals in both communities for us to achieve lasting peace. The Judiciary should also ensure punitive punishment of criminals to deter recurrence. We have made tremendous progress, and we can't allow it to go back,” Rotich said.
He lauded National Police Reservists for joining the police in arresting the banditry suspect and repulsing his accomplices.

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NEW YORK (AP) -- NHL labor talks have resumed, with both sides still focusing on secondary matters and not the core economic issues that continue to divide owners and players in a league-imposed lockout.
Steve Fehr, special counsel to the players' association, and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Ron Hainsey are representing the NHLPA, and arrived at league headquarters on Tuesday morning without speaking to reporters.
Now, in its third week, the lockout has wiped out the entire preseason and has forced many players to head overseas to play on month-to-month contracts. Others who are eligible to play at the lower levels opened training camp last week with American Hockey League affiliates.
Depending on the progress of the talks, the next step could come this week, when the NHL may announce the postponement of the start of the regular season, which was scheduled to open on Oct. 11.
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Ophthalmology has been a passion of mine for over a decade. I feel privileged to work in a branch of medicine that has constantly innovated and evolved and now has an array of successful life-changing treatment options for patients. My training has been extensive and I have actively sought training in the most advanced, successful and safest forms of surgery.
I am one of a handful of surgeons who is fellowship trained in treating both corneal disorders and glaucoma. My practice of medicine has always had a firm emphasis on a patient centred approach. I value taking the time to ensure you are fully informed of your condition and of all the available treatment options and their relative risks and benefits. This is vital in making the correct choice for something as precious as your sight.
I was privileged to receive a ‘best in category’ award by the American Academy (the most prestigious international meeting). Another was selected as a highlight of the conference by MedScape (a major online medical news channel). I am a corneal transplantation (DMEK) course instructor at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Conference. I have 12 publications in international journals and over 25 presentations at national and international meetings.
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Dr Fayyaz Musa, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, says cataracts occur when the crystalline lens inside the eye becomes cloudy and is most commonly caused by ageing, however it can also be caused by steroid usage or diabetes.
Symptoms of cataracts can include poor eyesight, blurred vision, clouded vision, and sometimes colours can appear washed out.
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A regeneration framework is a document that integrates urban planning, transport and design thinking to guide change in an area. They are made up of a series of principles or regeneration objectives and are supported by plans and diagrams to show proposals for future movement networks, land use and density, and public and open spaces. By taking an area-wide and holistic approach to managing change, regeneration frameworks can help to overcome and respond to complex challenges which extend beyond individual landownerships.
By creating a regeneration framework for Whitehouse Street, we are aiming to make sure changes to the area are coherent, and landowners can work collaboratively to transform the area in line with the long-term vision for change set out in the framework.
The Whitehouse Street Regeneration Framework became a live document within the planning process in March 2023. It now helps shape and determine planning applications.
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Researchers at the University of Florida and Oberlin College have developed a sequencing method that will allow potentially hundreds of plant chloroplast genomes to be sequenced at once, facilitating studies of molecular biology and evolution in plants.
The chloroplast is the compartment within the plant cell that is responsible for photosynthesis and hence provides all of the sugar that a plant needs to grow and survive. The chloroplast is unusual in containing its own DNA genome, separate from the larger and dominant genome that is located in every cell's nucleus.
Chloroplast DNA sequences are widely used by plant biologists in genetic engineering and in reconstructing evolutionary relationships among plants. Until recently, though, chloroplast genome sequencing was a costly and time-intensive endeavor, limiting its utility for plant evolutionary and molecular biologists. Instead, most researchers have been limited to sequencing a small portion of the chloroplast genome, which in many cases is insufficient for determining evolutionary relationships, especially in plant groups that are evolutionarily young.
In contrast, complete chloroplast genome sequences harbor enough information to reconstruct both recent and ancient diversifications. New DNA sequencing technologies, termed "next-generation" sequencers, have made it considerably cheaper and easier to sequence complete chloroplast genomes. While current methods using next-generation sequencers allow up to 48 chloroplast genomes to be sequenced at one time, the new method will allow potentially hundreds of flowering plant chloroplast genomes to be sequenced at once, significantly reducing the per-sample cost of chloroplast genome sequencing.
This new method, reported in the February issue of Applications in Plant Sciences (available for free viewing as part of the February Issue in Progress at http://www.bioone.org/doi/pdf/10.3732/apps.1200497), relies on efficient separation of chloroplast DNA from other DNA in the cell using short DNA "baits" that were designed from chloroplast genomes that have already been sequenced. These molecular baits effectively concentrate the chloroplast DNA before sequencing (a process termed "targeted enrichment"), dramatically increasing the number of samples that can be sequenced at once.
Greg Stull, a graduate student at the University of Florida and lead author of the study, summarizes the versatility of the new system: "With this method, it should be possible for researchers to cheaply sequence hundreds of chloroplast genomes for any flowering plant group of interest."
The method was specifically designed by the authors of the study such that almost any flowering plant chloroplast genome can be sequenced, regardless of species. Flowering plants represent the largest (~300,000 species) and most ecologically dominant group of land plants, and include all major crop plants.
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A newly developed laser technology has enabled physicists in the Laboratory for Attosecond Physics (jointly run by LMU Munich and the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics) to generate attosecond bursts of high-energy photons of unprecedented intensity. This has made it possible to observe the interaction of multiple photons in a single such pulse with electrons in the inner orbital shell of an atom.
In order to observe the ultrafast electron motion in the inner shells of atoms with short light pulses, the pulses must not only be ultrashort, but very...
A group of researchers led by Andrea Cavalleri at the Max Planck Institute for Structure and Dynamics of Matter (MPSD) in Hamburg has demonstrated a new method enabling precise measurements of the interatomic forces that hold crystalline solids together. The paper Probing the Interatomic Potential of Solids by Strong-Field Nonlinear Phononics, published online in Nature, explains how a terahertz-frequency laser pulse can drive very large deformations of the crystal.
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What is Ho Chi Minh City’s COVID-19 vaccination plan until end of 2021?
The Ho Chi Minh City Steering Committee for COVID-19 Prevention and Control has established a four-phase plan to administer about 8.1 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to residents aged 18 and older between August 29 and December 31.
Phase One (August 29 to September 15):
The city will administer a first vaccine dose to 680,000 people. About 90 percent of the adult population will have received at least one shot by the end of this phase.
Nearly 2.1 million residents will receive their second dose, including 733,000 AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech jabs, 485,000 Moderna jabs, 31,000 Pfizer-BioNTech jabs, and 840,000 Sinopharm jabs.
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The city will administer a first vaccine dose to about 720,000 people. By the end of this phase, 100 percent of the adult population will have received at least one shot of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Approximately 656,900 residents will receive their second dose, including 500,000 AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech jabs, 12,800 Moderna jabs, 700 Pfizer-BioNTech jabs, and 138,000 Sinopharm jabs.
Phase Three (October 1 to 15):
About 2.6 million people will receive their second dose of either the AstraZeneca vaccine or the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine.
Phase Four (October 16 to December 31):
About 1.4 million people will receive their second jab of a COVID-19 vaccine.
The city’s inoculation plan targets all residents aged 18 and older, with priority given to the elderly, people with underlying health conditions, pregnant and breastfeeding women, frontline workers, and those working in essential sectors.
The list of people who have received their first dose has been updated on the national COVID-19 vaccination portal so that local authorities can make suitable arrangements for second jabs.
In the case of limited vaccine supply, people who received the AstraZeneca vaccine as the first dose can get the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine as their second jab eight to 12 weeks after the first injection. They must first give their consent.
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Organized in alphabetical order according to manufacturer, The Complete Encyclopedia of World Aircraft contains all the great military aircraft to have flown since World War I. Thus there are entries for the Sopwith Camel of World War I and, from World War II, the Avro Lancaster, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Messerschmitt Bf 109, and Junkers Ju 87. Coming right up to date, The Complete Encyclopedia of World Aircraft also lists military aircraft such as the McDonnell Douglas F-15, Sukhoi Su-27, and General Dynamics F-16. In addition to military aircraft, The Complete Encyclopedia of World Aircraft also lists all the civil models that have graced the skies since the earliest days of aviation, such as the Boeing 747, 737, and 767, the de Havilland Comet, and the Airbus range of passenger airliners. The illustrative material to support the entries is truly outstanding, with over 3500 color and black and white photographs, over 700 full-color artworks, and nearly 300 three-view line diagrams.
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Lucy Scott brings alive the horror and intensity of Charlotte Dacre’s gothic classic Zofloya, or The Moor in a world-premiere audiobook recording. Depicting unfettered desire and moving beyond the limits of contemporaneous gothic heroes, Dacre’s tale of lust and betrayal occupied a truly hellish zone of its own and caused much stir at the time of its publication.
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Recent releases from Naxos have included Nicholas Boulton’s splendid performance of Lawrence Durrell’s The Alexandria Quartet. The four books were commercially and critically celebrated on their release (between 1957 and 1960) and collectively remain the author’s most well-known work. The …


Electronic balances play a crucial role in various industries, including laboratories, manufacturing facilities, and research institutions. Their accuracy and reliability are paramount when it comes to obtaining precise measurements. Calibration is a fundamental process that ensures electronic balances are operating correctly and providing accurate results. In this article, we will explore the significance of calibration in electronic balances, its impact on accuracy and reliability, and the various factors involved in the calibration process.
Calibration is the process of comparing the measurements of a device against a known reference or standard to determine any deviations and make necessary adjustments. In electronic balances, calibration involves testing the balance's readout with certified weights of known masses. The purpose is to confirm that the balance accurately reflects the weight of an object placed on it. By comparing the balance's measurements with the known weights, any disparities can be identified and rectified.
The Importance of Accuracy and Reliability
Accurate and reliable measurements are essential in numerous applications, ranging from scientific experiments to precise manufacturing processes. In laboratories, accurate measurements are crucial for conducting successful experiments and obtaining reliable data. Similarly, in manufacturing, precise measurements ensure consistent product quality and adherence to specifications. Moreover, inaccurate measurements can lead to costly errors, production delays, safety hazards, and compromised research outcomes.
Electronic balances are intricate instruments with sensitive internal components. Over time, factors such as temperature fluctuations, mechanical stress, and environmental conditions can affect their performance, leading to deviations in measurements. Calibration helps identify and correct any inaccuracies, ensuring that the balance provides reliable readings. Regular calibration is vital to maintaining the accuracy and reliability of electronic balances.
The Calibration Process
The calibration process involves several steps to ensure accurate measurements. While different types of electronic balances may have specific calibration procedures, the underlying principles remain the same.
1. Preliminary Checks: Before beginning the calibration process, it is essential to perform preliminary checks. This includes verifying that the balance is clean, free from debris, and in good working condition. Any necessary maintenance or repairs should be addressed before proceeding with calibration.
2. Selection of Calibration Weights: Choosing appropriate calibration weights is crucial. These weights should have a known and traceable mass that falls within the balance's measurement range. It is recommended to use weights that are slightly higher and lower than the balance's maximum and minimum capacities, respectively. This ensures a comprehensive calibration across the entire range of measurement.
3. Zero-Point Calibration: Zero-point calibration, also known as taring, is the process of setting the balance's display to zero when nothing is placed on the weighing pan. This compensates for any potential variations caused by the balance itself. This step establishes a reference point for accurate measurements.
4. Full-Span Calibration: Full-span calibration verifies the balance's accuracy across its entire measurement range. It involves testing the balance with calibration weights of known masses. The weights are sequentially placed on the weighing pan, and the balance's readout is compared with the weight's known value. Any discrepancies can be identified and adjustments made if necessary.
5. Adjustment: If the balance displays significant deviations from the known weights during calibration, adjustment may be required. This involves correcting the balance's internal settings, such as the calibration factor or the electronic components responsible for measurement. Calibration adjustment should only be performed by trained personnel following manufacturer guidelines.
The Benefits of Regular Calibration
Regular calibration of electronic balances offers numerous benefits that contribute to accurate and reliable measurements:
1. Accuracy: Calibration ensures that electronic balances provide precise measurements, minimizing potential errors and discrepancies. Accurate measurements are crucial for scientific research, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
2. Reliability: By calibrating electronic balances, their reliability is enhanced. Consistently accurate measurements instill confidence in the validity and reproducibility of experimental or manufacturing processes.
3. Consistency: When electronic balances are regularly calibrated, the consistency of measurements is maintained. This is vital for comparing results over time or across multiple devices, ensuring the reliability and repeatability of experiments or processes.
4. Compliance: Calibration is often necessary to meet standard regulatory requirements. Industries such as pharmaceuticals, food manufacturing, and environmental testing must adhere to strict guidelines that mandate regular calibration of measuring instruments.
5. Equipment Longevity: Regular calibration promotes the longevity of electronic balances. By detecting and rectifying any issues promptly, calibration helps prevent further damage or wear and tear that may lead to expensive repairs or replacements.
In conclusion, calibration is of utmost importance in electronic balances, as it ensures accuracy and reliability in measurements. Regular calibration helps identify any discrepancies, enabling adjustments to be made and maintaining the instrument's precision. Accurate measurements are crucial in various industries, including scientific research, manufacturing, and quality control. By implementing a comprehensive calibration program, organizations can ensure the consistent performance of electronic balances and achieve reliable results..


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Ready to deck out your planner in a retro style? These Grunge Floral Washi Planner Stickers are perfect for creating a super cool retro style with a splash of spring colours or shiny foil. With unique designs that feature a variety of grunge floral and leaf designs, these stickers are perfect for giving your planner an individualized look. Plus, they're great for creating a spring or summer scene in your planner. So get organized in style with these fun and unique stickers!
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Amy Lee (Rock Singer) was born on December 13, 1981. Get more info like birth place, age, birth sign & More
Amy Lee was born on December 13, 1981 in Riverside, CA in CA. Amy Lee born with Sagittarius birth sign.
Amy Leehas celebrated the total number of 37 birthdays till date.

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The first trailer for Tom Ford's Nocturnal Animals has just been released. The film, which premiered last week at the Venice Film Festival, stars Amy Adams and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Nocturnal Animals is the second film from Ford after his critically acclaimed A Single Man, which was released in 2009.
Based on Austin Wright's 1993 novel Tony and Susan, the storyline follows a married woman named Susan who receives a manuscript in the post from her ex-husband Edward. As she begins to read the book – which is about a family under siege – we watch the story-within-a-story unfold between Susan reading the text and the family on the road.
Watch the trailer in full below.
The film hits cinemas on 4 November.
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One Take Super 8 Event
The One Take Super 8 Event (OTS8) began in 2000, with 20 filmmakers each shooting a single reel of Super 8 film, which then premiered to an audience without the filmmakers seeing their work beforehand. All the films were shown as shot. No cuts. No splices. The popularity of this non-competitive festival has allowed it to return each year with more filmmakers participating. To date over 1000 films have been created for over 50 One Take Super 8 Events across North America!
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Adam Hawboldt did a great write up in Verb Magazine previewing the Saskatoon screening and Jennifer Sparrowhawk who has been a multiple event participant (in both Saskatoon & Regina).
We're also very happy to announce that Shift Development has joined the event as a sponsor this year, being a great supporter of 20th Street culture and the revitalization of Riversdale. We're excited to be a part of the neighbourhood and have great partners involved.
The films are off to the lab, anxious to see what returns from Pro8. 24 films this year, doubling last year's event.
And finally, we'll be screen printing our posters tomorrow with generous help from Tuckers Tshirts. (another great Riversdale partner). We'll post the image here soon. It's another one of a kind screen print in a limited edition. You'll see them around town, and if you're lucky you can pick one up at the screening.


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We can all agree that shopping has changed a lot in this particular century, which means that there is no sign on whether customers will reverse the trend of online shopping anytime soon. For example, online retail sales will reach more than $4.5 billion by 2021, which is a lot.
So we are asking ourselves, whether traditional coupons will survive this shift of interests. By checking http://puffymattresscoupon.discount/ , you will be able to reduce the price for the high-quality mattress you need for the future.
The statistics have stated that old-fashioned, physical coupons are still alive and active on the market. Valassis has done research that use of paper coupons has increased by 30%, and 32% of shoppers are still collecting coupon clippings from newspaper and other sources.
So, we can easily say that reports by mass media that traditional couponing died are not accurate. Further research has pointed out that overall paper coupon redemption will fall in the next few years because people are shifting to digital methods.
On the other hand, the Newspaper Association of America, still thinks that this is an error because Sunday newspapers are the first choice for coupon users to collect their clipping. We stand clear with the idea that we cannot predict the future of online coupons, but we can consider the main points:
ROI, or Return On Investment
Even though it sounds strange and unreliable, digital coupons have a lower return on investment than paper-based counterparts. According to coupons solution companies, digital coupons feature at least 18% lower ROI when compared with the paper alternative.
This is a great gap in profit margin especially due to higher redemption rates of digital coupons. But still, we can see that the decline in redemption rates changed the way we use the market. Discount codes are much more convenient to redeem online, which attracts more customers as a result.
If you want to check a study on calculating your digital coupon ROI, click here.
Due to the high density of people purchasing your products, you will get the illusion that you will make money, but you will only get a small profit due to the low margin between production cost and sale cost.
This particular problem creates a dichotomy that will split some businesses. Decision makers must answer the question whether it is worth creating digital coupon marketing campaigns that will win customers and increase brand awareness, or create a print campaign that will earn more customers while keeping the same levels of consciousness as a digital alternative.
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Even though there is a little doubt that paper coupons have the great performance especially when compared with digital coupons. Another problem lies an idea that you cannot determine whether printed coupons work well for brand awareness because you cannot compete with digital exposure.
Even though paper could potentially have broader reach up to a few million people, especially if you place it in Sunday edition of New York Times, social media have created a more affordable and convenient way to promote discounts to further audience.
New York Times are one of the most popular newspapers in the USA, and to learn its history, you should visit this link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_New_York_Times.
We can say that it is way better to have a database with more than 2.5 billion people that use social media platforms on a daily basis. Even though digital coupons are popular, when you create an appealing discount, you will be able to reach significant levels of attention.
By implementing various techniques of social media marketing, you can create a potential for excellent coupon marketing that will prove lucrative in the long run. It is essential to plan and see the challenge for traditional couponing, to see whether this particular business is alive.
Paper discounts are still making sense, but if you want to focus on the world market, newspapers have geographical limitations. Therefore, old methods will limit your reach. On the other hand, if you’re focusing on the local range and local business, you should think through whether you want to use the digital or paper coupons.
Of course, everything changes so we can expect that digital coupons could share the same level of discount as paper ones.


We are barely a week into October 2021 and there are so many music projects that have been released so far, even as we look forward to many more others.
This article looks back at the top 5 music videos that Nigerian artists released in September 2021, featuring the still trending Lie by Kizz Daniel, Adekunle Gold, and Davido. Take a look below:
Off a warm and vibrant collection of ‘Queendom’ EP, Yemi Alade presented an official music video for the love song ‘Sweety’ directed by Ovie.
The video shot in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is a colourful one and has so far attracted over 1.3 million views since its premiere on September 20, 2021.
This is a single taken from Tion Wayne’s debut album ‘Green With Envy’ now available to stream and purchase.
‘Who’s True’ has been received positively amassing a little over 2.2 million views in about a fortnight of release.
‘High’ is an amazing record where Adekunle Gold alongside Davido perfectly teamed up to create a banger. The song also has a captivating music video with some beautiful video vixens making it a quite eye candy music video.
The video was released on September 3, 2021, currently has over 3.6 million views on YouTube.
Oxlade on September 3, 2021, released the video for ‘Ojuju’. Produced by DJ Coublon, Ojuju is the first single from his sophomore project titled ‘Eclipse’. ‘Ojuju’ video has an impressive 1.5 million views garnered within the past month.
This is a song that can easily be ranked among the biggest singles released in 2021, even though the year has three more months before it ends.
‘Lie’ visuals released on September 2, 2021, are still among the trending music videos on YouTube with a massive 6 million views. The single had by mid-September 2021 registered over 50 million streams across multiple music platforms, another confirmation of just how big the song is.
Written by Khisa CJ for Mdundo


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