There is one trend that you can pretty much guarantee each year and that is that Samsung will release a bunch of devices that year. That said, another trend which is in the process of developing and seems to be one which is being picked up by a number of manufacturers is the Plus (+) trend. In fact, this is also a trend Samsung seems keen to get on board with too. You just have to look at the latest smartphone which is expected to drop from Samsung in the coming weeks, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge+. Not only is the Galaxy S6 Edge a variant of the Galaxy S6, but this + version will make the Galaxy S6 Edge+ a variant of a variant.
Well, it now seems that is not the only Plus device Samsung is planning on releasing in August, as the company seems to have very quietly launched a Plus version of the Samsung Galaxy S4 now. In fact, the new device is being dubbed the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Plus, which again, makes it a variant of an already existing variant device, the Galaxy S4 Mini. Although, in some markets, it also seems to be going by the name the Samsung Galaxy S4 Value Edition. Which is a similar variant name to what is seen more recently with the Galaxy Grand Prime.
Generally speaking, the specs on offer are virtually identical to the standard Galaxy S4 Mini and include 1.5GB RAM, an 8-megapixel rear camera, 1.9-megapixel front facing camera. While the storage is 8GB as standard and a microSD card slot for expanding when needed. Other features on offer include a 1,900mAh battery and the device runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat). In fact, the only aspect which seems to be updated from the original Galaxy S4 is the processor which now includes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 quad-core processor (clocking at 1.2GHz), along with an Adreno 306 processing the graphics. In terms of the availability of the Galaxy S4 Mini Plus, it seems little is known at the moment. The device has been spotted in a number of European countries and it seems the retail cost is 239.99 Euros, although the device has been noted going cheaper in some regions. It terms of the U.S., it seems unlikely that it will be launched here.


UPDATED: Early this morning, Newsday's Arthur Staple reported that a post-game MRI on Tavares revealed a torn MCL and torn meniscus. The injury will force the 23-year-old to the sidelines for the remainder of the NHL season.
Tavares reportedly will undergo surgery upon his return to New York. He's expected to be ready when training camp opens in September.
Despite a roster that features 11 of the NHL's top-25 scorers, Team Canada can't seem to buy a goal at the Olympics ... and things won't get any easier. In the press conference after his team's narrow 2-1 win over Latvia, Canadian coach Mike Babcock confirmed that John Tavares suffered a leg injury and will be lost for the remainder of the tournament.
The injury occurred when Tavares collided with Latvian defenseman Arturs Kulda in the second period. He did not return for the third.
Tavares had been used primarily in a fourth-line role for Canada, but as the NHL's third-leading scorer with 66 points, he clearly had the potential to assume heavier duty if asked.Matt Duchene P.K. Subban Sabres


Juki's rank as a manufacture of placement systems worldwide. (2000-2006)
Number of years Juki has celebrated being in business since 1938.
Number of Juki machines sold and installed worldwide.
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Juki introduced the first Pick and Place machine to the market and began manufacturing the equipment.
Juki pioneered the Modular Assembly line when it introduced the KE Series.
Juki Automation Systems was founded.
Juki became #1 in Quanity of Machines Shipped Worldwide
Juki released Flexible Compact Mounter JX-100, JX-100LED and High Speed Flexible Mounter KE-3020/3020R
Juki celebrates 25,000 machines sold worldwide with tour of 3 facilities in Akita, Japan. Juki surpasses 30 industry awards
Juki celebrates it's 80th anniversary and 35,000 machines sold worldwide.
One of the World's Leading SMT Placement Companies
Juki Corporation is a billion dollar a year company headquartered in Toyko, Japan that trades on the Tokyo stock exchange. Due to strong growth in fiscal revenues, Juki Corporation has small long-term debt in relation to cash on hand and is committed to investing heavily in new strategic technologies to grow its market share. Juki Corporation's largest core business unit is the industrial and household sewing machine business where it is the market leader with approximately a 30% world market share. Its other main core business is the SMT assembly business which it began in 1987. Juki recently shipped its 25,000th machine worldwide and is a leader in the number of machines shipped in the world.
In addition, unlimited machine operation and service training is available to every Juki customer at no charge. Installation and on-site training is included in the sale of every machine and is performed by a highly experienced and motivated service organization that is truly dedicated to satisfying each and every customer. Juki Automation Systems offers direct sales and service for a line of Selective Solder machines manufactured by Soldercom Soldering Technologies, Gmbh which is located in Germany.
Juki Automation Systems (JAS) is responsible for the direct sales and service of Juki Corporation's SMT assembly machine business in North and South America. Juki machines are manufactured exclusively in Japan and have a reputation for high quality and reliability. Juki is the pioneer of the modular assembly line which it introduced to the market in 1993. Juki recently introduced the high-speed, low cost FX-3 chip-shooter rated at 60,000 CPH (IPC9850). Using line optimization software and rugged in-line trolleys Juki machines are capable of high volume and high mix production. Juki backs it machines with a full 3 year parts warranty for all machines sold in the Americas and Europe.
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BOCA RATON, FL – October 15, 2019 – The City of Boca Raton is hosting its Annual Arbor Day Tree Planting Celebration at Patch Reef Park on Friday, October 18 at 9:30am. The park is located at 2000 Yamato Road and citizens are invited to attend for free. Patch Reef was the site of the 2017 Arbor Day celebration.
The event will be held to celebrate the City qualifying as a Tree City USA for the 39th consecutive year. The National Arbor Day Foundation, in cooperation with the Association of State Foresters, recognizes more than 2,400 communities nationwide with this honor. Mayor Scott Singer will be accepting the award on behalf of the City presented by Mark Took of the Florida Forest Service.
For the second year in a row, the intergenerational event invites City Council, city staff and 55 Camp Boca campers who will participate in planting 16 slash pines with the help from members of the Boca Raton High School Taking Responsibility for the Earth and Environment (T.R.E.E.) Club and the City’s Beautification Committee. Last year, close to 100 people attended the Arbor Day event.
The recipient sites and trees are selected by the City’s Horticulturist and Arborist, Dawn Sinka, in an on-going effort to restore natural areas within the City. In 2012, the City reduced the size of the trees at Sinka’s suggestion. The change not only allowed the City to increase the number of trees it could plant on Arbor Day, but it provided a better opportunity for younger generations to participate. During the event, three to four campers are placed into planting groups with volunteers. Once the trees have been planted, the kids can place a tag on their tree bearing their name and the date it was planted.
“It’s not just about planting a tree, it’s about inspiring a generation,” said Sinka.
To qualify for a Tree City designation, the City must have a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a community forestry program with a minimum annual budget, and have an annual Arbor Day observance and proclamation. Mayor Singer presented the Arbor Day proclamation at the October 7th City Council Workshop.
For more information about the Arbor Day Celebration, please contact Nora Fosman at 561-393-7960. Information about Right Tree Right Place, pruning guides and other helpful information can be found on the City's Sustainable Tree Maintenance webpage.
Anne Marie Van Casteren
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Dead Man's Flats is a hamlet in Alberta within the Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8. Statistics Canada also recognizes it as a designated place under the name of Pigeon Mountain. It is located within Alberta's Rockies at Highway 1 exit 98, approximately 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) southeast of Canmore and 78 kilometres (48 mi) west of Calgary.
A variety of explanations account for the origin of the hamlet's name. One explanation associates it with a murder which took place in 1904 at a dairy farm situated on the flats of the Bow River. Francois Marret stood trial in Calgary for killing his brother Jean, whose body he had disposed of in the Bow River, but the jury acquitted him by reason of insanity. Another account states that two or three First Nations people who were illegally trapping beaver noticed a warden approaching in the distance. Knowing that they did not have time to flee without being spotted, they smeared themselves with beaver blood and pretended to be dead. The warden, fooled by their deception, ran for help. Meanwhile, the trappers took their beaver pelts and escaped. This account is regarded as dubious; for example, no known description of this incident appears in the official wardens' reports.
In 1954, the Calgary Herald wrote that it was "named only 10 to 12 years ago after a man was found shot in a cabin in the area." However, the phrase "Dead Man's flat" (lower-case "f" without the plural "s" at the end) is used in the August 25th, 1924 edition of the Calgary Herald. In an article that describes some recent events in Canmore it is stated that "A party of Canmore boys...returned last week from a seven days' outing at Dead Man's flat." They went on the outing for the purpose of fishing.
From 1974 to 1985 the hamlet was officially called Pigeon Mountain Service Centre, but it changed its name to Dead Man's Flats in 1985 to encourage tourism. The new name had been unofficially used to designate the hamlet for several decades prior.
Before the Trans-Canada highway was constructed through the area in the 1950s, it was sparsely populated Crown land; among the only structures in the area were a corral and a camper's cabin. Proximity to the new national highway spurred the hamlet's development as a commercial service centre and rest stop for travelers and truck drivers. Businesses currently operating include motels, a Husky truck stop with a 24-hour diner, and the Mad Dog Café and Market. Recently the area has been the subject of proposed developments which would involve the construction of a new residential neighbourhood and a light industrial park.
As a designated place in the 2016 Census of Population conducted by Statistics Canada, Dead man's Flats (Pigeon Mountain) recorded a population of 125 living in 57 of its 96 total private dwellings, a change of 3.3% from its 2011 population of 121. With a land area of 1.07 km2 (0.41 sq mi), it had a population density of 116.8/km2 (302.6/sq mi) in 2016.
As a designated place in the 2011 Census, Dead Man's Flats (Pigeon Mountain) had a population of 121 living in 52 of its 75 total dwellings, a 68.1% change from its 2006 population of 72. With a land area of 1.18 km2 (0.46 sq mi), it had a population density of 102.5/km2 (265.6/sq mi) in 2011.
- "Specialized and Rural Municipalities and Their Communities" (PDF). Alberta Municipal Affairs. 2010-04-01. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2012-02-29. Retrieved 2010-06-20.
- "Population and dwelling counts for designated places in Alberta". Statistics Canada. 2010-01-06. Retrieved 2010-01-12.
- This refers to the core of Canmore; Canmore's extended town limits actually extend to the Trans-Canada Highway immediately south of and adjacent to the hamlet.
- "Dead Man Flats: What's in a Name?". Alberta Centennial (Alberta Government). Archived from the original on 2013-03-22. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
- Drever, Bill (1954-07-31). "Trans-Canada Highway Needs 3 New Bridges". Calgary Herald. Calgary, Alberta. p. 20. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
- "Canmore Veterans Hold Annual Picnic." Calgary Herald. Page 4. Aug. 25th, 1924. Retrieved using Newspapers.com on Jan. 13th, 2020.
- "Town changes name". Star-Phoenix. Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. 1985-01-28. p. B16. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
- Hempstead, Andrew (2010). Moon Alberta: Including Banff, Jasper & the Canadian Rockies. Avalon Travel. p. 189. ISBN 9781598803716.
- Alexander, Rob (2012-03-29). "Canmore developers eye pipelines to DMF". Rocky Mountain Outlook. Canmore, Alberta. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
- Steele, Amy (2004-09-16). "Bow Valley developments threaten wildlife". FFWD - Calgary News & Entertainment. Calgary, Alberta. Archived from the original on 2004-11-26. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
- "Population and dwelling counts, for Canada, provinces and territories, and designated places, 2016 and 2011 censuses – 100% data (Alberta)". Statistics Canada. February 8, 2017. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
- "Population and dwelling counts, for Canada, provinces and territories, and designated places, 2011 and 2006 censuses (Alberta)". Statistics Canada. 2012-02-08. Retrieved 2012-04-07.

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Earlier, the US president announced that he intends to speak in support of Republican Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler.
The current President of the United States, Donald Trump, will travel from Washington to Georgia on Monday to participate in a” victory rally.” This is evidenced by the American leader’s schedule distributed on Sunday by the press service of the White House.
“The president will leave the White House at 6:10 p.m. for a victory rally in Dalton, Georgia,” the document says. It does not specify what kind of victory the president intends to celebrate.
In Georgia, on January 5, the second round of elections to the Senate of the US Congress will be held, the outcome of which depends on the balance of power in the upper house of the legislature. Earlier, Trump said that on January 4, he would travel to Georgia to speak at a rally in support of Republican Senators David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler participating in this election.
At the same time, he insists that he himself won the presidential election in Georgia in November. Simultaneously, according to official results, his opponent, Democrat Joseph Biden, won the state with 49.5% of the vote against 49.26% of the Republican Trump.


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Gastric neoplasms (GNs), including gastric adenoma and carcinoma, are well known as extracolonic manifestations of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP). We aimed to investigate the clinicopathological features of GNs in FAP patients and to clarify their relationship with the endoscopic status of the background mucosa.
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Name: Digestive endoscopy : official journal of the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is a rare genetic disorder with autosomal dominant inheritance, defined by numerous adenomatous polyps, which inevitably progress to colorectal carcinoma unless de...
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is an autosomal dominant disorder that increases risk for colorectal cancer (CRC). We assessed changes in the incidence and prevalence of CRC, and survival times, ...
Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) is a syndrome caused by germline pathogenic variants in the tumor suppressor gene adenomatous polyposis coli (APC). Identification of APC pathogenic variants sites...
Duodenal cancer in familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) arises from adenomas. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in the duodenal adenoma-carcinoma pathway have been identified in murine FAP models,...
Ulcerative colitis (UC) patients have an unexplained higher incidence of pouchitis and a greater amount of peripouch fat, compared with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) patients. The aims of this ...
The purpose of this study is to assess if curcumin, a commonly used food spice, can regress colorectal adenomatous polyps in patients with familial adenomatous polyposis, an inherited form...
To test whether celecoxib can be used to prevent colon polyp formation in children with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP).
Background and study aim The relative risks of duodenal adenocarcinoma and ampullary carcinoma in Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) have been estimated 100 to 330 times higher than in g...
This clinical trial studies curcumin in treating patients with familial adenomatous polyposis. Curcumin may prevent colorectal cancer in patients with a history of rectal polyps or colorec...
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of treatment with guselkumab in participants with familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) on rectal/pouch polyp burden.
Tumor suppressor genes located in the 5q21 region on the long arm of human chromosome 5. The mutation of these genes is associated with familial adenomatous polyposis (ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI) and GARDNER SYNDROME, as well as some sporadic colorectal cancers.
A negative regulator of beta-catenin signaling which is mutant in ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI and GARDNER SYNDROME.
A variant of ADENOMATOUS POLYPOSIS COLI caused by mutation in the APC gene (GENES, APC) on CHROMOSOME 5. It is characterized by not only the presence of multiple colonic polyposis but also extracolonic ADENOMATOUS POLYPS in the UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT; the EYE; the SKIN; the SKULL; and the FACIAL BONES; as well as malignancy in organs other than the GI tract.
A polyposis syndrome due to an autosomal dominant mutation of the APC genes (GENES, APC) on CHROMOSOME 5. The syndrome is characterized by the development of hundreds of ADENOMATOUS POLYPS in the COLON and RECTUM of affected individuals by early adulthood. The lifetime risk of colorectal cancer in these patients reaches 100 percent by age 60.
Tumors or cancer of the COLON or the RECTUM or both. Risk factors for colorectal cancer include chronic ULCERATIVE COLITIS; FAMILIAL POLYPOSIS COLI; exposure to ASBESTOS; and irradiation of the CERVIX UTERI.

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- Can I get a stimulus check?
- What does a stimulus debit card look like?
- Will people on Social Security get stimulus check?
- What do you do with a stimulus check?
- Why did I get a debit card instead of a stimulus check?
- Does the stimulus check come as a debit card?
- How do I check my stimulus debit card balance?
- Will SSI recipients receive stimulus check?
- How do I get a 2020 stimulus check?
- How do I cash out my stimulus debit card?
- Will my stimulus check go to my netspend card?
- Will IRS deposit stimulus on prepaid card?
- Who gets a stimulus debit card?
Can I get a stimulus check?
To qualify for the full payment, you must make less than $75,000 per year ($150,000 for a married couple filing jointly) or less than $112,500 if you’re the head of household (typically single parents).
Even if you have no income, you’re eligible to receive a stimulus check..
What does a stimulus debit card look like?
What Does the EIP Card Look Like? Your economic impact payment prepaid debit card resembles a regular debit card. It bears the words “Visa” and “debit” on the front and the issuing bank, which is MetaBank, N.A., on the back. Take note: The EIP card will arrive in a plain envelope from Money Network Cardholder Services.
Will people on Social Security get stimulus check?
If a new bill passes and you’re part of the SSI or SSDI programs, you’ll likely be eligible for a second stimulus check. For those who receive Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you’ll most likely be in the group that qualifies for a second stimulus check.
What do you do with a stimulus check?
It’s better to use the stimulus check as cash instead of charging more on your credit cards and dealing with high interest rates.Build (or Re-build) Your Emergency Fund. … Pay Down High Interest Debt. … Save And Invest Towards Your Goals. … Donate To A Worthy Cause.
Why did I get a debit card instead of a stimulus check?
The prepaid cards, which started rolling out May 18, are being used for some instead of a paper checks. The government is mailing prepaid cards to some who qualified for a stimulus payment but did not have a way, such as bank account information on file with the IRS, for the IRS to directly deposit the payment.
Does the stimulus check come as a debit card?
About 4 million people received their stimulus payment on a prepaid debit card called an EIP card, which looks like this. An EIP card is a prepaid debit card that the Treasury Department has used to distribute some stimulus payments under the CARES Act, instead of an electronic monetary transfer or paper checks.
How do I check my stimulus debit card balance?
Request a Money Network Check by calling customer service at 1-800-240-8100. Check your balance to make sure you have enough funds to cover your payment. When you receive the check, fill out the date, dollar amount, and name of who you are paying.
Will SSI recipients receive stimulus check?
Though not everyone will qualify to get a second stimulus payment, there’s a good chance people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) will be eligible to receive another check.
How do I get a 2020 stimulus check?
Use the “Non-Filers: Enter Payment Info Here” application before the November 21, 2020 deadline if you are eligible for an Economic Impact Payment and: You are not required to file federal income tax returns for 2018 and 2019 for any reason including: Your income is less than $12,200.
How do I cash out my stimulus debit card?
To transfer money from your stimulus debit card to your bank account, go to the EIP Card website or use the Money Network mobile app, and select the option to “Move Money Out.” You’ll need both the routing number and the account number from your bank account to make the transfer.
Will my stimulus check go to my netspend card?
Some people are receiving their stimulus money through prepaid debit cards. Here’s how to get your money if you’ve lost your card. … Netspend, which provides such debit cards, said some stimulus money would be deposited the same way. If you’ve lost your card, Netspend said you can contact the company for a new card.
Will IRS deposit stimulus on prepaid card?
IRS starts using prepaid debit cards to send stimulus payments. The Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department are beginning to send nearly 4 million economic impact payments by prepaid debit card, instead of by paper check or direct deposit. … Paper checks are starting to go out, but they take longer.
Who gets a stimulus debit card?
The IRS has sent 4 million payments by prepaid debit cards, or Economic Impact Payment (EIP) cards, as the Treasury Department has dubbed them. The cards are going out to certain eligible taxpayers who filed tax returns but for whom the IRS doesn’t have bank account information.


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Year Established: 2017 Start Date: 2017-03-01 End Date: 2018-02-28
Total Federal Funds: $5,000 Total Non-Federal Funds: $10,000
Principal Investigators: Philip Bedient, Avantika Gori
Abstract: In recent decades, Houston, Texas has become one of the fastest growing urban areas in the country and is projected to continue expanding in the next several decades. While development is beneficial in many ways, there is substantial concern that changes in land use have exacerbated urban flooding from large rainfall events, and that future development could worsen impacts to vulnerable areas. Many highly developed watersheds in Houston have already become susceptible to catastrophic flooding (Bass et al, 2016), and other rapidly developing watersheds could face similar situations in the coming decades. The recent Tax Day extreme rainfall event (April 2016) resulted in catastrophic flooding in northwest Houston, and throughout the county flooded almost 10,000 homes and almost 3,000 apartments (Lindner, 2016). Furthermore, the storm resulted in 8 flood-related fatalities. The magnitude of damages and loss of life caused by this event has motivated serious re-assessment of current flood infrastructure and flood policy in Harris County. This study seeks to understand the relationship between development activity and flood risk by assessing long-term changes in flood risk under evolving land use conditions for the Cypress Creek watershed, which is located in northwest Houston, Texas. Distributed hydrologic and 1D hydraulic models are used to quantify changes in the floodplain for historical land use conditions, and to analyze the spatial relationship between increased development and increased flood risk. Specifically, this study will attempt to quantify increases in the floodplain attributable to land use changes and analyze the relationship between areas where development occurs and areas that experience increased flood risk. Finally, this study aims to predict future potential flood risk by modeling projected land use conditions in 2040. The results of this study can inform decision-makers and urban planners about vulnerable areas in the watershed, could motivate efforts to proactively mitigate future increases in the floodplain, and could even guide changes in development policies.


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If you would like to use your refund for books but your refund has not processed yet, you may request Bookstore Bucks to be charged to your student account. Only students with a negative balance are allowed to utilize this option.
- You must have a physical Winthrop ID Card. If you need to obtain one, please visit IT Services in 15 Tillman Hall.
- Confirm that your account currently has a negative balance. You can view your balance in Wingspan under the Student tab in the Account Summary and Payment Gateway.
- You must have accepted the Title IV authorization. Students who decline the authorization will not be allowed to charge Bookstore Bucks to their account as it is considered a non-institutional fee. If you previously declined the authorization and would like to rescind your selection, you can submit a Title IV Authorization Change Form to our office and we can change it for you.
- Email our office at email@example.com from your official Winthrop email account. Include your name, Winthrop ID number, and the amount of Bookstore Bucks that you would like charged to your student account.
Note: The amount you request must not exceed the amount of your credit and must be in $25 increments. Please note that Bookstore Bucks are not refundable if unused.
Once our office receives the email, we will authorize the Bookstore Bucks to be charged. You will receive an automated email when the Bookstore Bucks are authorized; however, it can take up to 24 hours for the Bookstore Bucks to be available for use in the Bookstore (longer if requested on a weekend). Charging Bookstore Bucks to your account may delay receiving your refund by 1-2 days as we must hold the funds to offset the cost of the Bookstore Bucks.
While our office has the ability to authorize the Bookstore Bucks to your account, we do not authorize refunds. If you have any questions regarding the use of the Bookstore Bucks please contact Dining Services at 803/323-2119.
Student Financial Services does not charge Café Cash to student accounts. Students are welcome to purchase Café Cash using a Credit or Debit card in Wingspan or on the Dining Services website.

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9 Interior Design Tips for your New Construction or Renovation Project
Embarking on a new construction project is an exciting endeavor, and when it comes to creating a space that's not just functional but also aesthetically pleasing, the role of an interior designer cannot be overstated. At Boston Modern Staging + Design, we specialize in transforming new construction projects into stunning, modern spaces that truly reflect your vision. Here are 9 invaluable tips to ensure your new construction or renovation interior design project is a success.
1. Start Early:
Begin the interior design process as early as possible. Meeting with your interior designer and collaborating with your architect and builder from the project's inception allows for seamless integration of design elements into the construction plans. This early involvement ensures that architectural features, layouts, and finishes align with your interior design vision.
2. Define Your Goals:
Clearly articulate your design goals and preferences. Are you looking for a modern, minimalistic design, or is a more traditional and timeless style your preference? Your lifestyle, color preferences, and any specific design elements should all be taken into account.
3. Budget Planning:
Establish a realistic budget for your interior design project. This will guide your designer in selecting materials, furnishings, and finishes that align with your financial parameters. A skilled interior designer will work within your budget while delivering exceptional results.
4. Research and Inspiration:
Collect inspiration from interior design magazines, websites, and social media platforms. Create a mood board or digital collection of images that resonate with your vision. These visuals will help your designer understand your taste and preferences better.
5. Consider Functionality:
Think about how you'll use each space in your new construction. A well-designed interior not only looks great but also serves its intended purpose. Consider your daily routines, family dynamics, and specific needs to create a functional yet stylish space.
6. Energy Efficiency and Sustainability:
Incorporate eco-friendly and energy-efficient design elements into your new construction project. Look for materials and products that are environmentally responsible, as well as energy-saving fixtures and appliances. Sustainable design is not only responsible but also cost-effective in the long run.
7. Customization and Personalization:
One of the benefits of new construction is the opportunity to personalize your space. Work closely with your interior designer to incorporate custom elements that speak to your unique style. Custom cabinetry, unique lighting fixtures, and bespoke furnishings can set your home apart.
8. Lighting is Key:
Proper lighting can dramatically enhance the ambiance of your space. Discuss your lighting requirements with your designer, and consider incorporating various types of lighting, including ambient, task, and accent lighting, to create a layered and inviting atmosphere.
9. Choose the Right Interior Designer:
Selecting the right interior designer is crucial for the success of your new construction project. Here's what to look for when choosing an interior designer:
Experience: Look for an interior designer with a proven track record in handling new construction projects. Their experience can make a significant difference.
Portfolio: Review their portfolio to ensure they have worked on projects similar to yours and have a style that aligns with your vision.
Communication: Effective communication is key. Choose a designer who listens to your ideas, responds promptly, and collaborates well.
References: Ask for references and reviews from previous clients to gauge the designer's reputation and satisfaction levels.
Budget Management: Discuss how the designer manages budgets and timelines to ensure they can meet your financial and scheduling needs.
At Boston Modern Staging + Design, we're passionate about turning new construction projects into stunning, modern spaces that embody your unique style and preferences. We understand the intricacies of such a large project landscape and are here to guide you every step of the way. Contact us today for a consultation and work with our amazing team of designers to transform your new property into the home of your dreams.
Learn more about our Interior Design services here.
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From a debut author comes a heart-warming novel about a unique girl and her seventhgrade experiences. Emma-Jean Lazarus is the smartest and strangest girl at William Gladstone Middle School. Her classmates don?t understand her, but that?s okay because Emma-Jean doesn?t quite get them either. But one afternoon, all that changes when she sees Colleen... more...
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Wisecracking New York detective Desiree Shapiro always offers queen-sized entertainment. This time, a client wants her to nab his old aunt's killer. But things get sticky as the suspects keep multiplying-and Dez's tepid relationship with her hot neighbor Nick starts to simmer. more...
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In this unique guide to aging pet care, Amy Shojai explains: how to entice your older pet into getting more exercise what changes to expect as your pet ages which pet-specific over-the-counter medications every owner should keep on hand and tips on everything from choosing the right products and food for your aging pet to performing... more...
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Michael Chabon, Michael Moorcock, Karen Joy Fowler, and more: ?The pulse of modern science fiction.?( New York Times Book Review ) This annual tradition from the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America collects the best of the year?s stories, as well as essays and commentary on the current state of the genre and predictions of future science... more...
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Every year, 17 million new cases of attention deficit disorder, or ADD, are diagnosed in children. But medications designed to treat the disorder dont work for many children and often leave families frustrated and searching for more options. In The ADD Answer , Dr. Frank Lawlis draws upon his thirty-five years of experience as a clinical and... more...
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This client wasn't Mickey Spillane's usual. He was a man Spillane had sent to prison and he wanted desperately to find his missing sister. The only clue was a mound of filmy, exotic garments. As Spillane followed the little he had to go on, something like a pattern began to emerge. He knew he was missing something, and whatever it was kept... more...

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Connections Week finally arrived last week.
After the bank holiday Monday, the first survey shift of the rough sleepers in Croydon began on Tuesday night.
Volunteers gathered at Alexandra House, which acted as a hub during the week, collected their iconic blue anoraks, surveys and clipboards and were prepped by their team leaders.
Armed with pens and torches, the teams went onto the streets of Croydon, where each group was assigned two areas of central Croydon known as hotspots for rough sleepers.
During the shift, volunteers congregated near Surrey Street Market and were served much-appreciated cups of tea, coffee and hot chocolate by local business Melt Van.
London Live also attended the Tuesday night shift where they filmed volunteers on the streets and interviewed members of the steering group for CR Zero 2020. The footage was then turned into a news feature on the London Live channel later on in the week.
After the night shifts on Tuesday and Wednesday were over, Road Runners Mini Cabs provided transport for volunteers free of charge to ensure that everyone got home safely.
As well as the night shifts on Tuesday and Wednesday, there were also drop-in sessions from 10am-1pm on Wednesday and Thursday held at Alexandra House, for rough sleepers to receive refreshments, provided by Greggs, and complete surveys if they had not been able to do so the nights before. The final survey shift occurred early Thursday morning and on Friday. Data entry volunteers uploaded over 40 completed surveys onto data visualisation analysis software, provided by Tibco, in time for a public presentation on Saturday.
Coming soon: the public presentation of the findings of Connections Week
The first stage of CR Zero 2020 is now complete, however, there are still plenty of ways to get involved in ending chronic rough sleeping in Croydon. Read more about how you can help here.

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Welcome to Alison K Bowles, Ma, Lmhc, your trusted source for mental health and holistic wellbeing. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore effective strategies to support your loved one who is on the path to sobriety. Helping someone navigate through the challenges of recovery requires patience, empathy, and understanding. Our aim is to provide you with invaluable insights and practical advice to offer optimal support during this transformative journey.
The Importance of Support in Recovery
The journey to sobriety can be an arduous one, filled with emotional and physical challenges. The support and encouragement of loved ones play a crucial role in sustaining motivation, fostering resilience, and nurturing long-term success. Your involvement and understanding can make all the difference in their recovery process.
Understanding the Journey to Sobriety
It's essential to recognize that recovery is a highly individualized process. Each person's journey is unique, and it's important to respect their specific needs and experiences. By gaining a deeper understanding of their journey, you can provide invaluable support that aligns with their goals and aspirations.
1. Educate yourself about Addiction
Learning about addiction and its complexities is the first step towards providing effective support. Understand the science behind addiction, the triggers, and the recovery process. Equip yourself with knowledge and dispel any misconceptions or stigmas associated with addiction. This will enable you to have meaningful conversations and offer support with empathy and compassion.
2. Open Communication and Listening
Effective communication is vital in any relationship, especially when supporting a loved one in recovery. Encourage open and honest conversations, allowing them to express their fears, hopes, and concerns. Practice active listening and validate their experiences. Showing empathy and understanding will create a safe space for them to open up without judgment.
Remember, your loved one may experience a range of emotions during their recovery journey. Be patient, supportive, and non-judgmental during these discussions, ensuring that your conversations foster trust and understanding.
3. Encourage Professional Help
While your support is invaluable, it's important to encourage your loved one to seek professional help. A licensed mental health professional, such as Alison K Bowles, Ma, Lmhc, can provide the necessary guidance and expertise to navigate the complexities of recovery. Professional therapy can serve as a cornerstone of their healing journey, offering them a safe and confidential space to address underlying issues and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Creating a Supportive Environment
Creating a supportive and nurturing environment is key to helping your loved one on their journey to sobriety. Here are some essential steps you can take:
1. Remove Triggers and Temptations
Avoiding triggers and temptations in the immediate environment is crucial for fostering a successful recovery. Help your loved one identify and eliminate triggers from their daily life, such as removing alcohol or drugs from the home and avoiding social situations that may involve substance use. By creating a safe space, you provide them with the stability and support necessary to focus on their recovery goals.
2. Cultivate Healthy Habits
Encourage your loved one to replace unhealthy habits with positive ones. Physical exercise, a nutritious diet, and adequate sleep can greatly contribute to their overall well-being. Engaging in activities that bring them joy, such as hobbies or creative outlets, can also serve as healthy distractions and promote a sense of fulfillment.
3. Foster a Support Network
Support networks play a critical role in recovery. Encourage your loved one to connect with sober communities, support groups, or 12-step programs. Surrounding themselves with individuals who understand their experiences can provide a sense of belonging, accountability, and inspiration. However, always respect their preference for privacy and personal boundaries.
Understanding Relapse and Responding Appropriately
Relapse is an unfortunate reality for many in recovery, but it doesn't signify failure. It's crucial to understand that relapse is a part of the journey and shouldn't be met with judgment or blame. Instead, focus on providing understanding, support, and assistance to help your loved one get back on track.
1. Recognize Warning Signs
Educating yourself about the warning signs of relapse can help you respond promptly. Heightened stress, isolation, changes in behavior, or a return to old habits can be indicators that your loved one may be struggling. Stay vigilant and communicate openly to provide the support they need during potential moments of vulnerability.
2. Be Non-Judgmental and Supportive
When a relapse occurs, it's crucial to approach the situation with empathy and understanding. Be non-judgmental and refrain from criticizing or blaming. Instead, offer support, reassurance, and encouragement to seek professional help or community resources. Help them identify any underlying triggers or stressors and devise a plan to prevent future relapses.
The Rewards of Supporting a Loved One in Recovery
Supporting a newly sober loved one is a rewarding journey, not only for them but also for your personal growth. Witnessing their transformation and growth can strengthen the bond between you and deepen your understanding of the complexities of addiction and recovery. By becoming an ally and a source of unconditional support, you contribute to a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life for both of you.
About Alison K Bowles, Ma, Lmhc
Alison K Bowles, Ma, Lmhc is a highly experienced and compassionate mental health professional specializing in addiction recovery, trauma therapy, and overall well-being. With a client-centered approach, Alison provides individualized support and evidence-based interventions to help individuals and families navigate the challenges of recovery successfully. For expert advice and compassionate support, contact Alison K Bowles, Ma, Lmhc today.
Supporting a loved one on their journey to sobriety is a profound demonstration of love, compassion, and empathy. By utilizing the strategies and insights provided in this guide, you can create a positive and supportive environment that empowers your loved one to embrace their newfound sobriety and thrive in their recovery journey.

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Netflix Original Film Asks About the After-life
In The Discovery Robert Redford and Jason Segel pair-up as a father-son duo trying to reconcile their pasts and alter their futures.
Dr. Thomas Harber (Redford), a renowned physicist, discovers brain activity that leaves the body after death. Because of this ‘discovery,’ he has the evidence to prove an after-life. This unimaginable discovery makes breaking news all over the world. The impact is dreadful. The proof that life after death exists results in mass suicides. Together entire families take their lives in order to start fresh in the next life.
Will (Segel) is scandalized by his father’s negligence. Harber refuses to take blame for the death-toll, yet forms his own boarding house for the suicidal. Will and his new-found companion Isla (Rooney Mara) thrust themselves into Harber’s cultic community. Will seeks to stop his father, but Harber plunges ahead to find out what the after-life actually entails. As they say, “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” That same generational curse of questioning entrances Will—who makes a discovery of his own in the end. . . or perhaps the beginning.
Charlie McDowell and Justin Lader’s film The Discovery tries to withhold straight answers.
It asks a lot of questions. McDowell and Lader’s interesting questions are what drove me to see the film in the first place. During a Q&A writer Justin Lader expressed that this
projected started when he and McDowell began asking, ‘what if somebody proved life-after-death?’ Their answer inspected the underlying guilt and regret that we humans harbor. McDowell and Lader suggest that such a discovery could result in suicidal hysteria, in order to ‘get there,’ that is, to get to a fresh start—a place where people can redeem their past lives.
The first three-fourths of the movie are tantalizing. But, unfortunately the story drops off the deep end when it tries to wrap-up.
Without giving to much away—McDowell and Lader attempt to answer one question, ‘what’s the after-life like?’ and they throw in a twist on top of that. The Inception-ending spin-off is a really unfortunate conclusion to a such a unique story. The final scenes of the film constrict the imaginative freedom that the rest of the film works to create.
Regardless, I consider the film well-worth seeing and certainly worth your time. The Discovery moves into territory of fact/fiction, moral/immoral, certainty/faith. It doesn’t accomplish what it set out to do, asking questions rather than giving answers, but it forges a path into sincere inquisition and story exploration.
The Discovery is available on Netflix, March 31, 2017.


ROME – The exciting story of Mario Balotelli and his surroundings is enriched with a new chapter. Remember the story? A few days ago in Naples a friend of SuperMario, a certain Catello, threw himself into the sea with a scooter after betting two thousand euros with him. The story ended with a complaint to Catello and also to Balotelli.
The video has moved half of Italy. Even Matteo Salvini, who in social unified sentenced: "I would have stopped him …".
"I would have arrested him – the Minister of the Interior wrote – What image we give of Italy in the world, if in our cities passes a rich and spoiled player who says to the first one that passes' I give you 2 thousand euros if you throw the scooter in the sea ', and this really throws him! "
However, in these hours Balotelli's replica has also arrived.
"Focus on the real problems – the attacker wrote on the social media – or maybe I have to say that maybe I did it right away?"
Balotelli then defended his friend Catello : "I, Pia and Catello, a lifelong friend! Present to my birthdays, and I to his, our children play together … so when a person has few but good real and lasting friendships please don't try to muddy them! ".
The story, reports the chronicles, has however cost Catello a thousand euro fine. Four thousand if SuperMario's friend does not have to pay within sixty days.
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Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin are well known as founders of the prominent Los Angeles band the Blasters, which existed where blues, punk, country, and rockabilly found a way to intertwine and helped spark the resurgence of what has come to be known as roots rock or Americana music. In the late 1980’s, the brothers went their separate ways with solo acts and side projects, until rejoining forces for 2014’s Grammy nominated Common Ground, a tribute to Big Bill Broonzy. Dave Alvin’s driving guitar work, along with Phil Alvin’s powerful howling vocals, and backed by the Guilty Ones, make for an irresistible sound on last year’s release, Lost Time, also available from Yep Roc Records. That recording saw Dave and Phil continue to pay homage to their influences, and includes four songs written by Big Joe Turner, who they had met when still teenagers. Turner had been a friend and mentor to the Alvins until his passing in 1985.
As for the enduring appeal of the music they play and cover, Dave Alvin has said, “In some ways, this type of music doesn’t die. It goes through bleak periods or droughts, but I think there’s always going to be a type of kids like us, who are looking for something else. We may not be in the majority, but there will always be a sizable minority of oddballs that find purpose in old music, find meaning in the older music, and then take it wherever they’re going to take it from there.”
On Friday, September 2, the Earlville Opera House will present Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin with The Guilty Ones, along with special guest opening performer Sarah Borges, beginning at 8:00 p.m.
The Earlville Opera House is an intimate, historic building originally constructed in 1892. A limited number of tickets remain available for the show, and may be purchased through the Earlville Opera House.
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What really caught my eye this morning was the Cute as a Button Quilts book giveaway. I did say that free is always good. LOL! Cute as a Button Quilts features 12 quilt projects designed by Joni Pike and is published by C & T Publications (ISBN: 978-1-57120-345-8)
Here's what the C & T website has to say about the book:
Adorable Appliqué Projects, All Buttoned UpI would love to have this book so I'm signing up for the giveaway. You can too. Just follow this ink to FaveCrafts site.
• Lickety-split fusible appliqué quilts and accessories anyone can make
• It's embellishment playtime! Accent your projects with easy embroidery, buttons, rickrack, and more
• Bright, happy quilts for kids, seasonal décor, or "just because"
• Fun lessons on how to choose and use buttons, plus a resource guide
• Create a coordinated set: table-top suites, pillows and accent quilts will perk up your décor
• Quick-make a gift this weekend
Beginning and advanced crafters and quilters will love these bright appliqué projects. Simple shapes, easy fusible appliqué, and adorable purchased buttons and trims make these charming projects quick to complete. Create quilts, pillows, placemats, table runners, and totes. Twelve projects with full-size patterns.
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Resource and post by Urban Alliance staff.
Navigating financial hardship can be difficult on its own, but doing it in a pandemic adds another layer of stress. For nearly a year, COVID-19 has had a significant financial impact on many households. A revised CT unemployment rate of 8.2% in November is notably higher than the national average of 6.7%. This means thousands faced unemployment, cut hours and pay, or lack of work during the quarantine. In response, Urban Alliance developed this handout highlighting programs in CT that build financial literacy skills and provide financial assistance.
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and effectively use various financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. These skills help a person stretch benefits and improve their financial situation. The programs included on this handout help people build financial literacy skills and improve a person’s financial situation.
For general information about programs that help people, check out our Central CT Resource Guide.
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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid signaled Tuesday that a deal is near to end the stalemate over funding the Federal Aviation Administration, which partially shut down last month, leaving thousands of civilian employees and construction workers on furlough.
Reid indicated that the end of the impasse could come with his accepting a funding bill from the Republican-controlled House that includes a provision eliminating millions in subsidies for rural airline services -- a provision that Senate Democrats had opposed.
"Sometimes you have to be reasonable, as we learned with this big deal we've just done," said Reid, D-Nev. "Sometimes you just have to step back and do what's best for the country and not be bound by your personal issues, and I'm willing to give that up, and I hope the other side will do the same."
With everybody's energy devoted over the last couple weeks to solving the debt-ceiling crisis, little progress has been made toward resolving the FAA dispute. And there was concern earlier that an agreement wouldn't be possible until Labor Day since lawmakers were expected to be out of Washington for the rest of the month
"Our position is the Senate has had our bill for weeks and they need to pass it," a senior House GOP source told Fox News. "There is no chance we'd take something different up in pro forma, we've told the Senate that."
An estimated 4,000 FAA workers have been furloughed, tens of thousands of airport construction workers are in limbo and at least $30 million a day in airline taxes are not being collected because of Republican objections to provisions that they called wasteful and a Democratic reach-out to union supporters.
In a notice posted on the FAA employee website and obtained by Fox News Radio, Air Traffic Organization Chief Operating Officer David Grizzle raises safety concerns as the furlough drags on. But an FAA official told Fox New Radio that the note references construction sites ATC facilities that were left in a haphazard state due to the abrupt nature of the shutdown. The official maintained there is no safety issue with the traveling public.
In a Rose Garden speech delivered after the Senate sent him legislation to extend the nation's borrowing limit, President Obama urged Congress to end the standoff .
"It's another Washington-inflicted wound on America and Congress needs to break that impasse now," Obama said.
But members of Congress continued to blame each other for the impasse.
House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer blasted Republicans for leaving town without resolving the FAA dispute, calling it "the politics of confrontation."
On Monday, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said, "Congress should not leave on its summer vacation until they finish an FAA bill that sends back to their desks and their offices 4,000 FAA employees and sends back to the workplace 70,000 construction workers,"
The areas of disagreement center on a House Republican provision added to a long-term FAA funding bill making it more difficult for airline workers to unionize. That bill then stalled, and lawmakers turned to a short-term extension -- the kind of bill the FAA has been operating under since 2007.
But that effort stalled when Republicans added a separate provision stripping $16.5 million in subsidies for rural airline service.
The Senate had been working on a separate proposal. Aides to Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-W.Va., said in a memo that they're looking to bring a "clean" short-term funding bill to the floor Tuesday, urging the House to support it. Claiming Democrats have since called for FAA funding cuts beyond what Republicans proposed in a long-term package, the memo said Republicans would be "completely to blame" for the FAA's woes if they object to the "clean" short-term bill meant to last through the end of September.
Rep. Nick Rahall, D-W.Va., accused Republicans of taking a "my way or the runway" approach, claiming they were scoring "political points for Tea Party extremists" at the expense of U.S. jobs and lost taxpayer revenue.
But Rep. John Mica, R-Fla., chairman of the House Transportation Committee, accused the Senate of choosing "political pork over American workers."
He said the change to the so-called Essential Air Service would merely cut funding, some of which he described as "exorbitant," for airports within 90 miles of larger airports.
"Apparently, protecting outrageous airline ticket subsidies is more important than putting 4,000 furloughed FAA employees and thousands of airport construction workers across the country back to work," he said.
The controversial labor provision holding up the long-term bill would overturn a decision by the National Mediation Board allowing airline and railroad employees to form a union by simple-majority vote. Republicans, who have long been concerned about union intimidation in these votes, want to keep the former rule treating a non-vote as a "no" vote.
In the meantime, an inter-agency memo put out Monday by the FAA office of the Chief Counsel and obtained by Fox News Radio suggests the agency was preparing for the long haul. The memo advises FAA employees on such matters as applying for unemployment compensation and rules on moonlighting.
Fox News' Molly Henneberg and Fox Radio's Mike Majchrowtiz contributed to this report.


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US EPA awards Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians grant money for pesticide risk reduction work
Release Date: 3/12/2004
Contact Information: Mark Merchant, (415) 947-4297
SAN FRANCISCO -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced that it has awarded the Big Valley Band of Pomo Indians a $100,000 grant to help a number of Tribes in the Clear Lake region of California develop approaches to prevent risks from pesticide use. Education and communication will be key components of this project that will take place within and outside Tribal boundaries.
Big Valley has identified local environmental risks from pesticide exposure that affect Tribal members in the Clear Lake region of Lake County. The Tribe, with the EPA's assistance, will hire
an expert to:
- Identify current and historic pesticide use on or around Tribal lands in the Clear Lake region;
- Assess the environmental and health concerns of these pesticides;
- Identify pesticide use on or around Tribal lands in Lake County that will potentially impact
- Conduct workshops for Tribal members to communicate the environmental and health
- Increase communication between State, local and Tribal organizations to ensure that cultural,
- Support creation of Tribal infrastructure to minimize exposure to pesticides.
"What Big Valley is doing is an important step toward employing more sustainable agricultural practices and reducing impacts of pesticides not only for the Tribes in the region, but also for the community as a whole," said Enrique Manzanilla, director of the Cross Media Division in the EPA's Pacific Southwest regional office. "We are glad we have the opportunity to fund this project and pleased that our Tribal partners have stepped forward to do this work."
For more information, visit: https://www.epa.gov/ebtpages/pestpesticidemonitoring.html; or


Online sales for J.Jill are growing and hit $228 million for the 12 months ended Oct. 29.
It takes a strong blend of art and science to find and develop the right web affiliates.
Patagonia Inc. is a company that has literally traveled the globe to build up its brand as a high-end if quirky provider of high-end apparel and gear for outdoor sports and recreation. And while it likes getting referrals to Patagonia.com from affiliate web sites, it won't do business with just any affiliate.
"The most important criteria is relevance, that the affiliate is appropriate for the Patagonia brand," says Mark Shimahara, Internet marketing manager.
Yet while Patagonia is choosey about its affiliates, leaving the affiliate business a small part of its overall online marketing efforts, the company nonetheless is excited by the growth affiliate marketing offers. "In the last year it has been our fastest-growing area of online marketing, and is an opportunity area for us," Shimahara says.
Rates and cookies
The big challenge facing retailers looking for affiliate marketing partners, however, is sifting through the thousands of affiliates looking to send traffic to merchants for a commission. These include bloggers and operators of informational, enthusiast, comparison shopping and rewards sites, among others. In addition to figuring what commission rates to pay, retailers also have to decide on the length of time they let an affiliate get credit for a referred customer.
Although affiliate commission rates are not usually disclosed publicly, they typically run from about 3% to 8% at big online retailers like Amazon.com Inc. and Rakuten Inc.'s Buy.com, to as much as 30% to 50% at strong niche retailers looking for customers, says Ken Weiss, who has operated affiliate sites with ads from Amazon, Buy and others.
When it comes to the length of time retailers allot to software cookies that extend credit for sales to affiliates, the larger retailers also tend to be on the more conservative end, Weiss says. Some sites set their cookies at only one day, which means that when a consumer clicks a link on an affiliate site to land on a retailer's site, the affiliate earns a commission only if the consumer buys something from that retailer within 24 hours.
But most retailers set their cookies from 15 to 45 days, with some going as high as 180 days, says Weiss, whose primary affiliate site now is MensHealthCures.com, a provider of men's health information.
Setting terms on rates and cookies usually depends on an online retailer's average conversion rate, says Oliver Roup, founder and CEO of VigLink, which helps affiliates connect with online retailers. As a general rule, retailers with higher conversion rates can pay lower commissions, he adds. "If your average conversion rate is lower than your competition's, you'll likely want to increase the commission percentage you offer affiliates," Roup says.
Once terms are worked out, merchants face the task of finding the right affiliates and building effective relationships with them, experts say. Many retailers join affiliate networks like Commission Junction, LinkShare and Digital Window, enabling them to place ads on many affiliate sites, though it's still up to the retailers and affiliates to forge working relationships.
Roup suggests attending affiliate industry conferences, such as Affiliate Summit, LeadsCon and AffCon, for the chance to meet face to face with affiliates of all types and sizes. Another approach, he adds, is to check the affiliate leader boards of competing retailers. When retailers kick off new affiliate marketing promotions, they often announce them on web pages that reveal a leader board of their strongest affiliates. Such pages can often be found by searching for terms like "affiliate leader board" or "jv leader board," Roup says. (In the latter term "jv" stands for joint venture.)
But just finding what appears to be a strong affiliate doesn't ensure it will perform, experts say.
"There really aren't definitive criteria to determine how well an affiliate will perform, their site's traffic or their ranking within an affiliate network can only tell you so much," says the affiliate manager at a large Top 500 online specialty retailer who asked to remain anonymous. "We've seen affiliates who have modest traffic at best, and later become super affiliates simply because they realize how much they can earn from our program."
The specialty retailer, which works with Digital Window's Buy.at affiliate network and maintains a list of more than 10,000 affiliates, has found that offering attractive commission terms helps make some affiliates more productive.
Indeed, Weiss notes that he will play up content on his site with prominent links to retailers that pay the best commissions.
But effective affiliate marketing requires a steady effort to help affiliates, the specialty retailer says. That has meant, for example, providing some affiliates with higher commissions on certain promotions, and providing links to specially designed landing pages likely to appeal to an affiliate's visitors.
Building the brand
But affiliates don't necessarily have to provide the most traffic to be a valuable marketing partner to a retailer. Patagonia, for example, finds affiliates most suited to its branded image by working with Avantlink, an affiliate marketing network that specializes in connecting affiliates to retailers of outdoor sports and recreational gear. "It's important for us to work with affiliates that represent our brand," Shimahara says.
Patagonia has found social media sites such as blogs and other content sites where consumers share information on outdoor life to be particularly effective at acquiring new customers and also engaging and retaining customers over an extended period.
One such affiliate that has worked particularly well for Patagonia is Trailspace.com, a content site about hiking, camping and other outdoor activities. Patagonia's own web site, Shimahara says, likes to build on its blend of product quality and a "quirky" approach to showing unique content related to outdoor lifeÑsuch as reports of unusual trips its product testers have taken through icy gorges.
The home page of Trailspace recently featured an unusual backpacking wood-fired stove designed to quickly boil water. And just below that display were entertaining videos of autumn kayakers in Maine and hikers in Spain. Alongside these presentations were links to outdoor apparel and gear on Patagonia.com. "Trailspace does a good job of communicating these opportunities," Shimahara says.


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Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility saves state $4.7M with refinancing
The Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility announced a successful $52,985,000 refinancing of 2011 tax-exempt Energy Efficiency Revenue Bonds.
The refinancing will save Delaware $4,769,271 in present value debt service payment reductions. The true-interest cost of the refinancing is 2.42%.
The refinancing effort was done in support of projects for these agencies: Department of Corrections, present value savings of $3,154,920, equaling 10.37% savings; Office of Management & Budget, present value savings of $744,142, equaling 8.67% savings; Department of Children, Youth & Their Families, present value savings of $91,651, equaling 8.15 % savings; and Delaware State University, present value savings of $778,557, equaling 8.66% savings.
"The DESEU constantly monitors the Bond Market to ensure the best possible terms for the agencies we serve,” said DESEU Executive Director Tony DePrima. “We are proud to provide the due diligence to fulfill our mission of offering the most affordable energy efficiency initiatives."
The newly refinanced bonds are considered to be “Green Bonds.” A green bond is a type of fixed-income instrument that is specifically earmarked to raise money for climate and environmental projects. These bonds are typically asset-linked and backed by the issuing entity's balance sheet, so they usually carry the same credit rating as their issuers' other debt obligations.
Energize Delaware is a nonprofit organization offering a resource to help residents and businesses save money through clean energy and efficiency. Programs provide energy education and financial incentives to Delaware homeowners, businesses, nonprofits, state agencies, farms, houses of worship, local governments and schools.
For more, visit energizedelaware.org.


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Warning: contains Loki season 1 spoilers!
The God Of Mischief will officially return in a second season of Loki, as confirmed in the end credit scene at the end of Episode 6, “For All Time. Always.”
Following the shocking revelations of the season finale, which unveils Jonathan Majors’ He Who Remains/Kang the Conquerer as the main man and puppeteer behind the TVA, the Disney+ series ended on a massive cliffhanger which will have huge ramifications in the wider Marvel Cinematic Universe.
With Sylvie taking out He Who Remains, who’s been carefully guiding the timeline to prevent an all out multiverse war, the timeline has now ruptured out of control. And with Hiddleston’s Loki thrown into a brand new timeline, with the TVA governed by Kang statues instead of the space-lizard Time Keepers, there’s no-one left to warn the Avengers.
“I am so grateful that we got to do Season 1, I still am not quite able to process that we get to have another go at this. I am so excited by the possibilities,” star Tom Hiddleston tells Marvel.com. “We are already in discussions. Deep, deep, deep discussions. I can’t wait to get started.”
Unsurprisingly, there’s yet to be an officially release date confirmed, but we know that Kang will be back again in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, while Doctor Strange and Wanda will be tackling the multiverse in Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness.
‘Loki’ Renewed For Season 2 At Disney+ https://t.co/jPfD8QdI2s— Deadline Hollywood (@DEADLINE) July 14, 2021


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Kilmore resident Sandra Champion has been sheltering at the Wallan relief centre with her cat and three dogs
When Sandra Champion's Kilmore home was threatened by on Sunday fire she packed up her pets and headed for the relief centre at the Wallan Multipurpose Community Centre.
Three days in, and her three dogs are starting to get restless.
"They've been down here since Sunday night so they're rather sick of it," says Sandra.
"Sirens usually make them bark and howl and there's a lot of it around."
"When there's a lot of dogs around you've got to sort of lock them away a bit."
"I sit with the door of the car open a fair bit, they're pretty relaxed in the car."
She says the volunteer staff at the relief centre 'do everything for you'.
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Road scholars for the western states: Protecting natural areas by improving road management researchAuthor(s): Brian Cooke; Charlie Luce; Tom Black; David Tarboton
Source: Science You Can Use Bulletin, Issue 18. Fort Collins, CO: Rocky Mountain Research Station. 9 p.
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A poorly placed or unsuitably designed road can result in landslides, flooding, gullies, stream damage, and wildlife habitat destruction. Particularly in natural areas, benefits of roads, such as accessibility and convenience, must be weighed against potential water quality degradation, scenic and wildlife habitat destruction, and hazardous driving conditions. Scientists at the Rocky Mountain Research Station helped create two free tools - GRAIP (Geomorphic Road Analysis and Inventory Package) and GRAIP-Lite - to help land managers make better decisions about road management in environmentally sensitive areas. GRAIP helps land managers analyze and predict surface erosion, gully risk, landslide risk, stream crossing failure risks, and other hazards. GRAIP-Lite allows land managers to quickly compare roads and road lengths in terms of their potential impact on the environment. Land managers in places like southwest Crown of the Continent in Montana and the Payette National Forest in Idaho are finding GRAIP and GRAIP-Lite to be useful tools for prioritizing road management projects, validating road management decisions, and building consensus among stakeholders. The tools have also been useful in context of the Legacy Roads and Trails program, Clean Water Act requirements, and the Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Program.
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CitationCooke, Brian; Luce, Charlie; Black, Tom; Tarboton, David. 2016. Road scholars for the western states: Protecting natural areas by improving road management research. Science You Can Use Bulletin, Issue 18. Fort Collins, CO: Rocky Mountain Research Station. 9 p.
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Westlake High Schoool Student-Athlete Named Gatorade California Girls Track & Field Player of the Year
In its 35th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company has announced Paige Sommers of Westlake High School as its 2019-20 Gatorade California Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year. Sommers is the first Gatorade California Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year to be chosen from Westlake High School.
The award, which recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence, but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field, distinguishes Sommers as California’s best high school girls track & field athlete. Now a finalist for the prestigious Gatorade National Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year award to be announced in June, Sommers joins an elite alumni association of state award-winners in 12 sports, including Lolo Jones (1997-98, Roosevelt High School, Iowa), Allyson Felix (2002-03, Los Angeles Baptist High School, Calif.), Robert Griffin III (2006-07, Copperas Cove High School, Texas), Grant Fisher (2013-14 & 2014-15, Grand Blanc High School, Mich.) and Candace Hill (2014-15, Rockdale County High School, Ga.).
The 5-foot-11 junior broke the state outdoor record in the pole vault, soaring 14 feet, six inches at the 2020 Thousand Oaks Lancer Invitational, which ranked as the nation’s No. 1 performance among prep competitors during the abbreviated spring campaign, and represents the No. 4 mark in U.S. high school history. Sommers also won the event at June’s Desert Dream-Last Hurrah Invitational. She took second in the pole vault at the California Winter Championships and finished second at the 2019 outdoor state meet.
Sommers has volunteered locally on behalf of a thrift store and the Manna Conejo Valley Food Bank. “Paige is an immensely talented athlete who maintains a structured balance with her academics and other activities,” said Westlake coach Chad Scott. “She competes in two very technical events, the pole vault and high jump. Being able to maintain focus during each approach and ensuring the steps and timing are correct takes a tremendous amount of skill.”
Sommers has maintained a 4.22 GPA in the classroom. She will begin her senior year of high school this fall.
The Gatorade Player of the Year program annually recognizes one winner in the District of Columbia and each of the 50 states that sanction high school football, girls volleyball, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, boys and girls soccer, baseball, softball, and boys and girls track & field, and awards one National Player of the Year in each sport. The selection process is administered by the Gatorade Player of the Year Selection Committee, which work with top sport-specific experts and a media advisory board of accomplished, veteran prep sports journalists to determine the state winners in each sport. Earlier this year Nico Young of Newbury Park High School was named the 2019-2020 Gatorade National Boys Cross Country Player of the Year.
Since the program’s inception in 1985, Gatorade Player of the Year award recipients have won hundreds of professional and college championships, and many have also turned into pillars in their communities, becoming coaches, business owners and educators. To learn more about the Gatorade Player of the Year program, check out past winners or to nominate student-athletes, visit www.playeroftheyear.gatorade.com.


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Students in an ASU class called Prototyping Dreams are celebrating the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein" by rewriting parts of the novel according to contemporary science.
Students worked as a small portion of the umbrella that encapsulates the Frankenstein Bicentennial Project at ASU, a series of events spanning two years celebrating the 200th anniversary of the book's publication. They worked in groups over most of the fall semester to rewrite the story and put together a room in Hayden Library to illustrate their ideas.“The Frankenstein Bicentennial Project is an effort to create a platform to connect with other groups around the world that are going to be celebrating the bicentennial and are thinking about these questions in different ways," Ed Finn, founding director of the Center for Science and the Imagination and professor and creator of the Prototyping Dreams class, said.
The Center for Science and the Imagination brings together creativity and science to expand the way people think about science. The Center looks at a full spectrum of research, heavily involving the human element. The Frankenstein celebration was created through the Center."(The Center) is a research hub operating at the intersection of the hard sciences and the humanities to create new and positive and plausible visions of the future,” said Bob Beard, the curator of the Frankenstein exhibit and a project manager of the Frankenstein Bicentennial Project.
The Prototyping Dreams course follows along with this concept, allowing students to create their own prototypes for ideas of the future to improve humanity. The concept of the course is to create stories that could become potential ways of bettering the world through means including science fiction, physical and digital fabrication, film and virtual worlds.
The class of 185 students was divided into groups to rewrite the story using the exquisite corpse technique.
“There’s this great artistic process called the exquisite corpse, which is when you have different people create different parts of a work of art or take one work of art and add to it or manipulate it in some way so that nobody quite sees the whole," Finn said.
The students split into groups and fulfilled the concept by writing the next part of the story based on the group before.
Each group had 24 hours in the room to build their idea of a modern day Frankenstein lab, transitioning from the creation of the monster to the crime scene after his escape.
“I would say (the course) is an analytical approach to a bunch of different subjects,” said Jacob McMichael, freshman and digital culture major. “We read the book and then we conceived modern day 'Frankenstein' and put that into a physical space.”
Ed Finn said the reason behind the course and the broader vision of the event was to examine scientific creativity and responsibility and discuss how "Frankenstein" has shaped the way science is viewed.
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