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I’ve sprained my ankle, what should I do?
If you are unable to bear weight on the foot or the pain or swelling is very severe then the sensible course of action is to see your GP or attend A&E so someone can examine your ankle and decide whether an x-ray is necessary.
What is an ankle sprain?
The ankle joint is made up from the surfaces of the tibia, the fibula and the talus. Strong bands of tissue called ligaments help to bind the bones together and stabilise the joint. If the ankle joint is twisted abnormally (e.g. rolling over on a curb) the ligaments can be stretched or torn completely. A single ligament can be injured or multiple ligaments. Sometimes tiny pieces of bone are pulled off where the ligaments attach to the ankle (‘avulsion’).
What is the treatment?
Most sprains will settle down with simple measure. Resting the leg, elevating the foot and the use of compression and ice packs all help reduce the swelling. In a severe sprain you may need crutches for a short time. Physiotherapy helps to retrain the balance (proprioception) and to maintain strength and range of movement.
Will it get better?
Most people recover from ankle sprains with no long term problems. Return to full sporting activities can be expected. The time to return to sport will depend on the severity of the initial injury but can range from a few weeks to a few months.
I have ongoing pain.
If your ankle continues to be painful after 3-4 months and shows no sign of improving then you may have suffered more than a simple sprain. When you twist your ankle occasionally it is not just the ligaments that are damaged. It is possible to tear tendons around the ankle and to damage the cartilage inside the joint. Sometimes scar tissue builds up in the joint and this can cause painful pinching on moving the joint (impingement). After a careful examination, further investigation in the form of an MRI will usually be requested. Depending on the findings, an open operation or an arthroscopy (telescope) may be advised.
I keep going over on my ankle.
Sometimes, although the pain settles down, the ankle feels unsteady and patients complain that they keep turning their ankle over. An unstable ankle may require a ligament reconstruction operation to stabilise the joint. This is followed by 6 weeks in a plaster or boot, followed by intensive physiotherapy.


|Re: [NYLXS - HANGOUT] (Fwd) Fwd: Review of Computer Vote Rigging:
|On Sun, 2005-11-20 at 22:06, Mark Simko wrote:
> It is not about liberal & conservatives. Nor Republican & Democrat.
> It is about the need for open source software in our voting machine
> systems. Without that, liberty and the will of the people are too easily
> It has been the radical conservatives that have had the shrill over-
> reactions, and have been doing so for many years. Yet they are the
> ones that accuse others of the very same unacceptable behavior.
> Your reaction is uncivilized, and unintelligent. I doubt your thought
> processes are any more organized.
Steve was over the top, but the post you sent was about investigations
into various republican politicians relating to election fraud.
The fact is that election fraud is a long practiced tradition in this
country, and far more associated with the Machine politics which
dominate nearly every Democratic district. I'm all for opening up ALL
the electoral districts again, not just the conveniently chosen
districts in Ohio and Florida. Lets blow open Chicago, Kansas City,
Manhattan, California, and see what crawls out.
I will never forget Dinkens holding out until the last minute expecting
some kind of election fraud perpetrated by Bill Lynch and Sonny Carson
to pull out the Guilliani/Dinkins mayoral race a few years back.
You have to love it.
Meanwhile, remember when you go to the polls, vote Early and vote OFTEN


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All of us are thinking of what are the things that we can do to save our money from time to time. On the other hand, electric bill is one of the most expensive expenses of almost all households out there, especially as when summer and winter months comes, we use electricity more often by turning on our air condition to cool our unit and our heater to heat our unit. So here, you can learn the DIY hacks that you can do to save your money and reduce at least half of the cost of your electric bill. Of course, everything you will learn here takes a little time but it costs you nothing.
1. Turn Down Your Thermostat
A lot of us sleeps well when our home is a bit cold. So, turning our thermostat down at night can help us save money. Because the temperature outside during night is much cooler, you just need a little amount of energy to cool the house. A lot of houses will still be cool all day and you won’t need to turn on your air condition until the afternoon. You may not really care about the change in temperature but when your bill comes, you will notice that it’s much lesser.

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The Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins are a beautiful and practical addition to your table setting. Made from high-quality fabric, these napkins offer a touch of elegance and sophistication to any dining occasion. Crafted from premium-quality fabric, Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins offer a luxurious feel and exceptional durability. The napkins are designed to withstand frequent use and repeated washing, ensuring that they maintain their elegance and quality over time.
Elegant Ivory Color:
The ivory color of these cloth napkins adds a timeless and sophisticated touch to your table setting. Whether you’re hosting a formal dinner party or enjoying a casual family meal, the neutral ivory shade complements any decor and creates an inviting atmosphere.
Versatile and Functional:
Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins are incredibly versatile and can be used for a variety of occasions. Whether it’s a special celebration, holiday gathering, or everyday dining, these napkins add a refined and polished look to your table. They can also be used for outdoor picnics, barbecues, or any event where disposable napkins fall short in terms of elegance and sustainability.
Using cloth napkins, such as Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins, is an eco-friendly choice compared to disposable paper napkins. By opting for reusable napkins, you reduce waste and contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle. These napkins can be easily washed and reused, making them a more environmentally conscious option.
Easy Care and Maintenance:
Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins are designed for easy care and maintenance. They can be machine washed and tumble dried, saving you time and effort. The fabric is resistant to shrinking and fading, ensuring that the napkins maintain their pristine appearance even after multiple washes.
Perfect Size and Design:
Measuring a generous size, Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins provide ample coverage and versatility. They are designed to comfortably fit on your lap or be folded in various ways to create an appealing presentation on your table. The hemmed edges of the napkins add a polished and finished look, enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal.
Investing in Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins is a cost-effective choice in the long run. Unlike disposable paper napkins that need to be regularly replaced, these cloth napkins can be reused for years, saving you money and reducing your environmental footprint. They are a durable and practical investment for both everyday use and special occasions.
Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins offer a stylish, durable, and eco-friendly solution to elevate your dining experience. With their premium-quality fabric, elegant ivory color, and easy maintenance, these napkins add a touch of sophistication to any table setting. Whether it’s a casual family meal or a formal gathering, Utopia Kitchen Ivory Cloth Napkins are the perfect choice for those who appreciate both style and practicality. Make the switch to reusable cloth napkins and transform your dining occasions into memorable and elegant affairs.

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Editor’s Note: This is the first part of a two-part series.
We have been hearing about Donald Trump’s “base” since he entered the GOP primaries in 2015. Both political commentators and the candidate himself have often talked about these core supporters, particularly as Trump succeeded as a candidate. Halfway through the GOP primaries, Trump famously announced: “I could stand in the middle of 5th Avenue and shoot someone and I wouldn’t lose voters.” He was emphasizing the loyalty of his supporters. Of course, he proceeded to capture the GOP nomination, and then almost 63 million people voted for him in November, giving him the Electoral College win that made him president.
Trump’s base fascinates me, because I am not sure whether they have clearly been identified, and I believe they are the key to understanding his success. Being a political junkie, I have read countless post-election articles and several books analyzing the outcome of the 2016 presidential race. But there is no clear understanding of exactly who is a part of the Trump base, or why they support him. Clearly, not everyone who voted for him is part of his base. Many (probably millions) held their nose to vote for him, but did so because they were vehemently anti-Hillary Clinton. Today, they are anything but pro-Trump.
Hillary addressed Trump’s core supporters in her post-election memoir, What Happened, but she only broadly describes them. She writes that 13.3 million people voted for Trump in the Republican primaries, adding it was safe to say these folks were “mostly hard-core supporters,” the supporters who would still be with him if he shot someone in the middle of 5th Avenue. Hillary notes, “Thirteen million is a lot of people to strongly support someone most Americans think is unqualified and unfit,” as the polls at the time indicated, but she explains these primary voters accounted for “less than half of all Republican primary voters and less than 10 percent of all general election voters.” (Nearly 139 million people voted in the 2016 presidential election. While this was a record number, it was only sixty percent of 232 million Americans eligible to vote, not to mention about 86 percent of the 160 million registered voters.) Hillary does not further examine Trump’s base. But following his GOP primary, Trump clearly picked up additional serious supporters, many if not most coming from the ranks of Senator Ted Cruz’s supporters.
Polling has offered varying and differing identifications of Trump’s base. As the Washington Post pointed out, in June of last year, myriad polls have suggested Trump’s core voters to be low-educated, white working-class men, but later polls proved this was not an accurate portrait of his base, which, in fact, had a higher-than-average incomes. Regardless of whom you include or exclude in Trump base—and I will return to that subject in Part 2 of this column—what has been most striking is that his base appears to be shrinking.
In August 2017, the Trump-supporting Washington Examiner announced: “Data show that Trump’s real base is 24 percent of the electorate.” Kristen Soltis Anderson, a professional Republican pollster, analyzed the then-released polls of the leading polling organizations (CNN, Politico, ABC News, Monmouth University, and Gallup), to explain Trump’s shrinking support, and observe that it was even lower than his approval/disapproval numbers. She concluded: “The data—on issues and on Trump himself—keep pointing back to ‘one-in-four’ as the true size of Trump’s base. It is around one in four who like the tweeting, like the insults, the things other people say are mean or unproductive behavior.” Ms. Anderson concluded from these number last August that the GOP was in serious trouble. Since then, however, Trump’s support has further deteriorated.
A year after Trump’s win, and eleven months into his presidency, long-time pollster Bill Schneider reported on the November 2017 NBC News-Wall Street Journal poll, which had Trump’s job approval rating down to 38 percent, with 81 percent of Republicans still standing by their president. Schneiderman explained the glue binding Trump to his core supporters was their shared sense of defiance. But the approval number was again misleading. I did the kind of second pass that Kristen Anderson had done in August, and Trump no longer had even 24 percent on key issues from his base. And his numbers have continued to trend down, as CNN reported in December 2017. Trump’s support is shrinking across the board, with all identifiable groups. While 24 percent may be as about low as Trump can go, and where his base will support him forever, it should be remembered that Richard Nixon resigned when his approval rating fell to 24 percent, because he did not believe a president could govern with so little approval. (Pew Research Center has collected Nixon’s falling numbers in a summary report.)
While I will never be known as a Nixon fan, I must say that he did understand the American presidency. Trump does not, and he will never resign. Nor does his base want him to ever resign, which brings me back to his supporters. There has been serious speculation that Trump’s base is composed of idiots. But the deeper one dives into examining these people the more incorrect it is to dismiss them with pejorative conjecture. Trump is going to be actively campaigning for Republicans in 2018 because he hopes to protect GOP control of Congress and has already announced he is running for reelection in 2020, so he needs to help the party survive the disaster he has given them. For those who shudder at the prospect of Trump having a second term, or Republicans maintaining control of both Houses of Congress, there is a key. It is better understanding Trump’s base. So, with this preface, I will proceed to explain these people in my next column.


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What are you doing for Children in Need?
children in need
You can not really have missed the fact that this Friday is Children in Need. Children in Need is one of the charities we support as a family and the boys are always keen to make their own contribution, as are we.
This year they will be showing their spots for Pudsey on Friday by wearing spots to school and taking in £1 each, plus we have been challenged by Baking Mad to bake for children in need and they will donate £10 to them in exchange for our bakes, so we will be doing this on Thursday for MadDad to take to work on Friday and sell.

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Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day!
How many public companies, with more than about $300 million in assets, filed for bankruptcy protections in 2021?
Hint: After a glut of bankruptcy filings in 2020 — thanks, COVID — the practice area was remarkably slow in 2021. In fact, the last year bankruptcy was so slow was 1987.
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By Clay Schuldt
The Mississippi River, the fourth longest river in the world at 2,230 miles, is a vital part of the lives of countless Americans. Despite the river’s importance it has become heavily polluted; the second polluted river in the United States.
All along the Mississippi, chemical runoff from several sources have led to a cumulative effect. The farther a person travels down the river, the more polluted it is. Near the mouth of the Mississippi in Louisiana, some areas are referred to as “dead zones” – areas in which the water has been depleted of oxygen.
On March 1 a group of Native American women called “The River Walkers,” led by Sharon Day of the Ojibwe tribe, began a mission to draw attention to this problem. The River Walkers intend to transport a copper pail full of water from Lake Itasca all the way down to the mouth of the Mississippi in Louisiana; however, as their name suggests, they will be transporting the water on foot.
The River Walkers estimate it will take two months to walk the length of the Mississippi and despite the weather they are making excellent time. The River Walkers reached Miller’s Corner on March 18. In honor of The River Walkers’ journey, the Houston County Protectors co-sponsored a pot luck dinner at the Four Seasons Community Center in Caledonia.
“I love that you are walking to protect the water because that is what we’re trying to do here,” Donna Buckbee of the Houston County Protectors said. Buckbee summarized her organization’s efforts to prevent large-scale frac sand mining from entering Houston County.
During the dinner members of The River Walkers and their supporters shared stories of their journey and efforts to keep the Mississippi River pollution free.
As the leader of The River Walkers, Sharon Day emphasized that the purpose of their walk was to raise awareness and educate people. In the Minnesota leg of the trip several other groups have extended support.
Annie Maday of the Bad River Tribal Council began traveling with The River Walkers and spoke at the dinner in regard to her people’s fight with mining issues. An open pit iron-ore mine that was proposed for the Bad River watershed could threaten local drinking water and the Bad River Ojibwe wild-rice beds. “We have to stand up for the water,” Maday said. “We need to stand together on this and say enough is enough.”
The day The River Walkers reached Houston County they were joined in their walk by members of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Greg Littlejohn, a legislator from the Ho-Chunk Nation, was on hand to give his support for the cause. “We’re only the temporary caretaker of the environment and we have to take the responsibility seriously.”
Though The River Walkers did spend Monday night in Caledonia, they were back on the road again early Tuesday morning eager to continue spreading their message regardless of what the weather had in store for them.
By March 27 the Walkers intend to reach Muscatine, Iowa and hope to reach Venice, La. by April, 28.
To learn more or participate, join the Mississippi River Water Walk 2013 Facebook group. Donations to support the walk can be sent to Indigenous Peoples Task Force: Water Walk. 1335 E. 23rd St., Minneapolis, MN 55404
Day wished to encourage others to support the Mississippi River however possible, saying, “Anyone can do this in their own way.”


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THE SUTHERLAND/BONYNGE REFERENCE CENTER
It is a happy coincidence that Dame Joan Sutherland's spectacular international
career spanned a half century of rapid advances in print and recording
Her legacy, perhaps first among the great voices, includes a phenomenal
abundance of recordings that preserve for generations to come and with
the utmost fidelity the vocal magic that is distinctly "La Stupenda's".
The available videos do not include any of her legendary Covent Garden
performances as, unlike her Australian appearances, none appears to
have been captured on film. Nevertheless, what is available is an operatic
This Reference Center is FanFaire's attempt to put together as completely
as possible a compendium of the works that exist in print and on disc,
by and about opera's fabled couple. This will remain a work in progress.
Since Dame Joan retired from the operatic stage, she has made occasional
public appearances, such as in connection with her autobiography, and
she is still very much within the purview of today's music historians.
In addition, one only has to scroll down the list of reissued (and to
be reissued) recordings to realize that there is today a Dame Joan Sutherland
revival, which guarantees that we have not heard nor read the last of
her, nor of her partner in life and music, Maestro Richard Bonynge who,
far from retired, continues to delight audiences worldwide with his
masterful reading of bel canto music.

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- 1 How do I use Olympus as a webcam?
- 2 Can you use Olympus Tough as a webcam?
- 3 How do I turn off the sound on my Olympus camera?
- 4 What is anti shock shutter?
- 5 How do I connect my Olympus camera to my computer?
- 6 Can I use my Olympus TG 6 as a webcam?
- 7 Can any camera be used as a webcam?
- 8 Can I use the Olympus Tough TG 6 as a webcam?
- 9 How do I zoom in my Olympus camera?
- 10 How do I turn my Olympus mirrorless camera into a webcam?
- 11 Which cameras have clean HDMI output?
- 12 What is Olympus anti shock?
- 13 What is Olympus capture?
The OM-D E-M10 MK III features a built-in stereo mic with the option of attaching a higher-fidelity external mic when desired. Micro Four Thirds camera technologies have come a long way since Olympus announced the original Digital Penn, in 2009.
You asked, how do I use my Olympus E M10 as a Webcam? Plug the Micro-HDMI cable into your camera. Plug the HDMI cable from your camera into your capture device. Plug your capture device into your computer. If you’re using the El Gato Cam Link, the camera should pop up instantly as a usable webcam device in all the major meeting software.
As many you asked, how do I turn the sound on my Olympus camera?
Likewise, how do you use Panorama in Olympus E M10?
Also the question is, how do I connect my mic to my Olympus camera?
How do I use Olympus as a webcam?
- Connect your OM-D and PC/MAC using the official USB-C tether cable provided with the original box.
- Turn on the camera.
- Select on the monitor.
- Open your web conferencing application.
- Go to your video preferences in the application and select ‘OM-D Webcam Beta.’
Can you use Olympus Tough as a webcam?
You can now use your Olympus OM-D as a USB webcam – if you use Windows. Hot on the heels of… well, everybody, Olympus has announced their new OM-D Webcam Beta software, which allows you to use select Olympus OM-D cameras with your computer and have it act as a webcam for things like streaming and video conferencing.
How do I turn off the sound on my Olympus camera?
Press the [ MENU ] button, and then select SILENT MODE. This mode activates custom settings of Sound Settings menu. Electronicx sounds ( operation sounds, shutter sound and warning sound ) and playback sound are muted.
What is anti shock shutter?
How do I connect my Olympus camera to my computer?
Insert the bundled USB cable into a USB port on your computer. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the camera. *Turn off the camera before inserting the USB cable. If the selection screen appears on the LCD monitor, select PC or Storage and press the [ OK ] button.
Can I use my Olympus TG 6 as a webcam?
New Olympus software for MacOS will let you use your camera as a webcam for video chats and conferences. There’s also a version for Windows. You can now use your Olympus camera as a webcam for Mac and Windows computers.
Can any camera be used as a webcam?
Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, Olympus, and GoPro are all integrating a webcam feature into native (and free) software. Most of these programs are recently launched beta options but provide users a way to use their camera as a webcam without buying any additional accessories.
Can I use the Olympus Tough TG 6 as a webcam?
As the name implies, this is a software for computers that will easily and quickly turn your Olympus camera into a webcam. … This means that all users need to do is download the software, connect their cameras to their computers, and they should be good to go!
How do I zoom in my Olympus camera?
How do I turn my Olympus mirrorless camera into a webcam?
All you need to do is download and install OM-D Webcam Beta, connect the camera with the PC using a USB Type-C tether cable, select the camera icon on the monitor, and the camera is ready to be used as a webcam.
Which cameras have clean HDMI output?
- A5100. Max resolution. 1080p. Clean HDMI. Yes.
- A6000. Max resolution. 1080p60. Clean HDMI. Yes.
- A6100. Max resolution. 4K30. Clean HDMI. Yes.
- A6300. Max resolution. 4K30. Clean HDMI. Yes.
- A6400. Max resolution. 4K30. Clean HDMI. Yes.
- A6500. Max resolution. 4K30. Clean HDMI.
- A6600. Max resolution. 4K30. Clean HDMI.
- A7. Max resolution. 1080p60. Clean HDMI.
What is Olympus anti shock?
Olympus has updated the firmware for its flagship mirrorless camera, the OM-D E-M1, adding a mode that’s designed to eliminate image blurring due to ‘shutter shock’ by using an electronic first curtain at speeds below 1/320sec. The update also adds more options for audio control during movie recording.
What is Olympus capture?
Olympus Capture is a tethering application which connects compatible Olympus products to a computer for a more satisfying studio photography experience. You can control the shutter release, camera settings, and transfer of photos either from the camera itself or the tethered computer.


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JOHANNESBURG, South Africa -- Two terrorists holed up in a Nairobi shopping mall were killed Monday morning, and others were injured, according to Kenyan Interior Minister Joseph Ole Lenku.
The news came during the third day of a siege that began when terrorists attacked the Westgate shopping center, killing at least 62 people and taking hostages.
Lenku told a news conference that government forces were in control of all the floors of the mall and had cordoned off the building so that there would be no escape for the 10 to 15 terrorists believed to be inside.
PHOTOS: Kenya mall attack
A series of blasts rocked the mall about lunchtime Monday, and a pall of black smoke poured from the building as heavy gunfire intensified. The Kenyan military late Sunday announced the beginning of the final assault to dislodge the terrorists who had attacked the upscale shopping center Saturday, throwing grenades, firing shots and killing people at random.
Lenku said security forces believed that very few hostages remained in the building, but he did not give a number.
"All floors now are under our control. We have fully cordoned off the building so that there's no room for escape. We are in charge of the floors, and we think the operation will come to an end soon," he said.
A Somali terror group, Al Shabab, has claimed responsibility for the attack, and a spokesman for the group said Monday that hostages would be killed if there was an assault by Kenyan forces.
Lenku said 62 people had died in the attack. The Kenya Red Cross earlier said that the death toll was 69 but on Monday revised the toll to 62, saying some bodies had been double-counted.
About 175 people were wounded in the attack, but the interior minister said most of the wounded had gone home from hospitals, with about 50 still being treated.
The commander of the operation, Gen. Julius Karangi, said the terrorists were a "multinational collection. We are fighting global terrorism here." He declined to give details on where the terrorists were from.
As the building continued to burn and thick black smoke billowed from the building, Karangi said the terrorists hiding in a supermarket on the ground floor had set mattresses on fire to create a diversion, in a bid to escape.
Around lunchtime, as the operation suddenly intensified, armed personnel carriers and soldiers moved in. Ambulances were on the scene, and fire trucks also moved in as the smoke thickened.
Lenku discounted reports that U.S., Israeli and British forces were involved in the operation, assisting Kenyan forces.
"The operation is our national security operation. We have received a lot of goodwill support from our friends, various countries, but so far we are carrying out the operation ourselves," he said.
Lenku said all the attackers were men but that some has entered the mall dressed as women.
He said he expected the operation to clear the mall to be over soon.
"The process is getting a little long because we want to make sure our people, both security forces and hostages if there are any in the building, are safely protected," he said.

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Veteran Services: Where To Start
There are many benefits for which veterans, service members, and their families may be eligible. The process of identifying, understanding and accessing support can be somewhat confusing and overwhelming.
You can call 2-1-1 to speak to an Information and Referral Specialists or start with either the state or federal Department of Veterans Affairs.
그만큼 Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs has local Service Officers who can help veterans and eligible dependents get benefits. Find an office near you.
To speak with someone in the Service Program, call 800-446-4926, ext. 6450.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a one-stop-shop to manage your VA benefits and health care. You can get more information on housing assistance, burials and memorials, family member benefits, education and training, disability information and records.
In many cases, when seeking information on federal VA benefits, it is best to contact the local Benefits Office, which will provide screening and assistance to get connected with the programs for which you are eligible. Find a local office near you or call 1-800-827-1000.
You can also get help with housing, mental health, substance misuse, job training and employment at Shepphard Pratt’s Veteran Services Center.
There are also several resources in the 211 database.
Counseling For Veterans And Their Family
Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans (MCV) links Maryland’s service members, veterans and their families to mental health and substance misuse support. The organization helps with a variety of needs, from behavioral health to housing, regardless of discharge status or era of service.
The organization offers referral services, peer support, crisis funding, suicide prevention, training and education and weekly or bi-weekly check-ins through MCV Operation Roll Call.
Read the transcript or listen to the “What’s the 211” podcast to learn more about the programs offered by Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans.
Regional Resource Coordinators work with the VA Healthcare System, community providers and nonprofits that offer assistance.
Service members, veterans and family members can reach MCV by calling 877-770-4801.
If you are a service member, veteran or family member and in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call 2-1-1 and Press 1.
You can also reach out to the Veterans Crisis Line for free and confidential support.
The 211 database also lists counseling providers throughout Maryland. Search by:
The Department of Defense funds Military OneSource, which offers individualized consultations, coaching and non-medical counseling for tax services, money management, parenting and child care, employment help, webinars, relocation deployment tools and more.
Many Military OneSource staff members have military experience (veterans, spouses, Guardsmen, Reservists), and all receive ongoing training on military matters and military lifestyle.
~ 안에 keeping with their vision of helping to “foster the most successful, well-adjusted generation of wounded service members in our nation’s history,” the Wounded Warrior Project has several programs designed to support the mind and body well as encouraging economic empowerment and engagement.
Their programs are focused on assisting veterans with injuries sustained on or after September 11, 2001. In many cases, wounded warrior’s family members are also encouraged to participate.
The local office serving Maryland is in Washington D.C. and can be reached at 202-558-4301.
If you are a veteran at risk of homelessness or already in that situation, get support from the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans. Trained counselors are available 24/7/365 to offer support. Call 1-877-4AID-VET (877-424-3838). They’ll provide information on VA homeless programs, health care and other services.
Locally, you can reach out to Sheppard Pratt. They offer housing and employment solutions for homeless veterans.
You can also call 2-1-1 to speak to an Information and Referral Specialist.


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Cosmic Crisp Dried Apple Slices
Wonderfully sweet with a touch of tart, our Cosmic Crisp apples are hand-picked and gently dried to produce these soft, chewy and naturally delicious dried apple slices. Grown exclusively in Washington State, our Cosmic Crisp Dried Apple Slices are a delicious on-the-go snack your whole family will enjoy.
Serving Size: About 20 pieces (30g)
Servings Per Container: About 19
|Amount Per Serving||% Daily Value*|
|Total Fat 0g||0%|
|Total Carbohydrate 24g||9%|
|Dietary Fiber 3g||11%|
|Total Sugars 19g|
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Not a significant source of Calories from Fat, Saturated Fat, Trans Fat, Cholesterol, Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Calcium and Iron.
ALLERGENS: Contains None of the Following Allergens or Sensitizing Agents - Crustaceans, Eggs, Fish, Yellow #5, Cochineal or Sulfites. Contains No Gluten.
(Packed in a facility that also produces soy, tree nuts, dairy and wheat products.)
SHELF LIFE: For optimal quality, refer to "Best By" date on package.

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For travel by car, directions from your location to Snow Cloud Lodge at 180 Daybreak Ridge in Avon, CO will be displayed via link >>my route<< below the map.
Snow Cloud Lodge, Resort in 180 Daybreak Ridge, Avon, Colorado 81620.
Mailing send it to the following address of Snow Cloud Lodge :
To request more information about Snow Cloud Lodge from abroad please call the international phone number .+1.970.748.0433 under which you will be able to speak with the appropriate contact person.
Please send written inquiries and notices to Snow Cloud Lodge from abroad to the international fax number or to the company email address. Call displayed telephone number to ask for respective email address of Snow Cloud Lodge.
Here are some other interesting Resorts from Avon, the County Eagle and the U.S. State Colorado are listed:

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Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA)
Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) works to protect, restore, and enhance the Charles River and its watershed through science, advocacy, and the law. CRWA develops science-based strategies to increase resilience, protect public health, and promote environmental equity in the face of a changing climate.
Volunteer activities have included:
Advocating for climate-centered policies (River Advocates Program)
Representing CRWA at public events (River Ambassadors Program)
Annual Charles River Earth Day Cleanup
Invasive plant removal
Monthly river monitoring


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Protect democracy, liberty, justice as tribute to our war dead: Harper
Canadians should live their lives worthy of the freedom, democracy and justice they enjoy as a tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending those values, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Sunday.
Join the discussion below, or Read more at The St Paul Journal.
#1 Nov 11, 2012
Port Moody, Canada
#2 Nov 12, 2012
I can see how fighting in Afghanistan is protecting Canadians.Fact is we are protecting business interests of big coporations.May the Creator bless the souls of all people killed in armed conflicts.
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Kayaking is one of the most popular outdoor activities in the world. It is a great way to explore different areas and get some exercise simultaneously. While it mainly involves paddling, kayaking can also be a great way to enjoy the scenery and wildlife in other parts of the world. That is why kayaking is often considered one of the best ways to travel. However, the biggest challenge for most people is deciding where to go kayaking. To help you out, we have compiled a list of the best kayaking spots in the world.
Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
The Plitvice Lakes National Park is one of Croatia’s most popular tourist destinations. It is also one of the best kayaking spots in the world. The park is home to 16 interconnected lakes surrounded by lush forests. The best time to visit the Plitvice Lakes National Park is during the summer when the water level is at its highest.
The Lakes have a network of canals and waterfalls that make up the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The canals are a great place to explore by kayak as they offer stunning views of the surrounding scenery.
If you have not kayaked before, worry no more. There are several online resources to aid you in your new venture. Additionally, the team at https://www.watersportswhiz.com has put together a guide to becoming a water sports expert. From how to gear up for your first time, stay safe while enjoying different water sports, and choose the best kayak. This way, you will be able to make the most of your kayaking experience.
The park is also home to wildlife, including wolves, lynxes, and brown bears. Therefore, you must take precautions before kayaking in Papua New Guinea.
Lake Baikal, Russia
Lake Baikal is the largest freshwater lake in the world. It is also one of the deepest lakes in the world, with a depth of over 1 mile. The lake is located in Siberia and is a popular destination for tourists and locals. The best time to visit Lake Baikal is during the summer when the weather is warm, and the water is calm.
There are several different kayaking spots around Lake Baikal. The best place to start is Olkhon Island, the largest island in the lake. At Olkhon Island, you will find several other sights, including a Buddhist temple and a shaman rock. From Olkhon Island, you can also paddle to the nearby island of Khoboy, where you can get a glimpse of a seal colony.
Milford Sound, New Zealand
A trip to New Zealand is not complete without a visit to the Milford Sound. It is a cove located in the country’s southwest and is one of the most popular tourist destinations. The Milford Sound is surrounded by mountains that rise to 3,000 feet. The cove also has several different waterfalls, making it an excellent site for photography.
If you wonder what makes this location unique for your kayaking expeditions, it is the wildlife. You can expect to see various animals, including penguins, dolphins, and seals. The Milford Sound is also one of the best places to see whales.
Glacier National Park, United States
Found in the state of Montana, United States, the Glacier National Park is one of the best kayaking spots in North America. The park has different glaciers and stunning views of the Rocky Mountains. The Glacier National Park also holds various wildlife, including grizzly bears, mountain goats, and bighorn sheep.
If you want to check out this kayaking location, you may want to go during the summer. This is the best way to avoid the park’s harsh winters. There are several different kayaking spots in the park, but one of the best is McDonald Lake. It is a serene lake that is surrounded by mountains.
Tongariro National Park, New Zealand
New Zealand offers some of the best Kayaking locations, so Tongariro National Park should not surprise many. The Tongariro National Park has several eye-catching volcanoes, hot springs, and geysers. The Tongariro National Park is also a popular destination for hikers, thanks to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, one of the most popular hiking trails in New Zealand.
Anyone planning to tour New Zealand should put kayaking in Tongariro National Park on their list. The destination has many different kayaking spots, including the Emerald Lakes.
The Emerald Lakes are a series of crater lakes located near Mount Tongariro’s summit. The lakes are a beautiful sight and offer stunning views of the surrounding area.
Sea of Cortez, Mexico
This one is a no-brainer. The Sea of Cortez is one of the most beautiful places globally and is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. The Sea of Cortez is perfect for kayaking due to its many islands. One of the best things about kayaking in the Sea of Cortez is that you can expect to see various wildlife, including dolphins, whales, and sea lions.
There are many different kayaking spots in the Sea of Cortez, but one of the best is the Isla Espiritu Santo. It is an island featuring different beaches as well as crystal clear water.
Abel Tasman, New Zealand
Another one is from New Zealand, the Abel Tasman. You will find the Abel Tasman in the north of the country, and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations. The Abel Tasman is famous for its golden sandy beaches and clear blue water. However, it is still an excellent place for kayaking.
At the Abel Tasman, you will find many different kayaking spots. One of the best is the Tonga Island Marine Reserve. The Tonga Island Marine Reserve is a protected area rich in wildlife, including penguins and seals. Another spot you may want to try is the Adele Island Marine Reserve. It is another protected area perfect for kayaking and offers stunning views of the Abel Tasman.
These are seven of the best kayaking spots globally. All of these locations offer something unique and are worth checking out. Remember, kayaking is a great way to explore different areas and get some exercise. So, what are you waiting for? Get out there and start kayaking!
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Live: FIFA U20 World Cup Draws – Korea Rep. 2017
Just over two months to go until the action gets underway at the FIFA U-20 World Cup Korea Republic 2017, but the path to glory for the 24 nations set to land in the Far East is still a mystery.
However, on 15 March at 15.00 in Suwon, all that will change with the Official Draw.
Zambia who qualified to the tournament together with Guinea, South Africa and Senegal will be anxious to see which teams they will play in the group stages of the tournament.
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ClickFunnels – A Landing Page Builder to Help Your Online Business Make Real Profits Does Clickfunnel Work
Overview of What ClickFunnels Is Does Clickfunnel Work
ClickFunnels is the most talked about internet software which permits you to make sales and marketing funnel readily as it’s all vital elements of an effective and functional sales funnel. What makes this more interesting is the fact that whatever your business is, it is possible to find a particular funnel that’ll do the job properly for you.
There are a lot of reasons why countless companies are using and recommending the program. Traditionally, online funneling is dealing with landing pages, site hosting, email autoresponders and other crucial features of a site and making sure that they all work as you can. With these stated, the standard method demands hard work, lots of time, and much more cash. The program, on the other hand, covers each these issues and provides a very simple and effective remedy to placing your business online.
Russell Brunson is the guy behind ClickFunnels. It was founded in 2014 and since it was launched, it turned out into a multi-million SaaS self-funded small business. Being a knowledgeable online marketer, he has already established his internet presence. Initially, he concentrated on promoting the software through webinars and innumerable email advertising.
As of now, the instrument is regarded as among the fastest growing alternatives when it comes to landing page construction. It is now regarded as one of the best alternatives in regards to building not only landing pages but also membership classes.
I’m sure that you’ve been waiting to learn whether I would recommend buying the ClickFunnels Membership. Well, it is a YES. You need to go for this, but keep in mind you have to know your business’ targets first to learn that which funnel will probably work best for you. Does Clickfunnel Work
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Most business owners wouldn’t understand how they could utilize a funnel for their business. If you aren’t connected with someone knowledgeable about sales funnel, you’re probably going to wind up generating and using the incorrect type of funnel. Most importantly, you won’t get the outcome you would like and waste your time and money.
1 way to easily tell what type of funnel to choose is determining the aim of your company. As you get this software, you can expect that there’s a specific funnel made for this. If you want to run a webinar, generate leads, send mails, or sell goods, you can choose from various funnels that you can choose from. The things you need for marketing, selling, to delivering products or services are all offered from the computer software.
Rather than getting all of your sales and marketing stuff from other sources and platforms, then this tool answers all your business’ digital advertising and marketing requirements. A Few of the solutions you’ll get from the application are: Does Clickfunnel Work
1. Page Editor and Funnel Builder
This resolves all of your coding and cart worries.
Have you got a issue with your outdated CRM? This alternative caters to your requirements.
Stressed about your marketing automation and messenger and email marketing? The tool includes a solution for it.
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You will have everything that you will need to your own funnel and generate leads that can convert into sales in no time. It’s the ideal software for those are getting tired of spending lots of money on internet development and design teams and wait months to get success. With this tool, you can create a landing page even within a day. So, it’s definitely worth trying. Does Clickfunnel Work
Recognizing How ClickFunnels Works
Basically, ClickFunnels is a landing page builder. However, what makes it different from other solutions is the fact that it’s simple to use and easy to comprehend. It’s true that it has a few disadvantages, but I believe that even the most popular landing page builder or funnel applications online has its own defects. All it requires is that you get to know these flaws and get to know the way you are able to make the most out of this applications that you got for building your online business. This will allow you to avoid compromising the benefits you would get from the program. Does Clickfunnel Work
Considering all the features and all the benefits I obtained from using ClickFunnels, I know that you’ll come across this as an amazing tool exactly like what I did. It’s best utilized for building a sales funnel that comes with downsell and upsell functionality and as mentioned, membership groups and landing pages. Does Clickfunnel Work
Other Important features that’ll impress you with this program are the following:
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The exciting part is that these templates are customizable. This usually means that you get to make all changes you want on the templates based on what you think fits your business.
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This permits you to receive online payments in the services or products you provide. You could also insert custom codes in any particular page which makes the landing page more customizable. Add different options for checkout for customers and provide various price points as well as pricing options.
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To reap the benefits of using this tool, make sure you also put in a lot of effort and work. Although the tool guarantees a lot of advantages, always keep in mind that it is not a rich-quick solution that’ll make you rich overnight. It will assist you in reaching out to your target clients and selling more products.
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Though this program is a bit costly than other options, you’ll find out that the price is definitely well worth it. Since everything that you want is provided, all it requires is that you work hard at using all of the features to increase leads and possibly turn those leads into sales.
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As soon as you’ve finally decided and want to continue using the program, you have two versions to choose from. Each version has specific features contained and is guaranteed to help your business on the internet.
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Though the typical version simply has 20 funnels, 3 custom domains, 100 pages, along with 20,000 visitors allotment, it offers unlimited contact leads. It provides features that can help you produce the funnels your company requirements and get started in creating a successful and solid online presence. This can already help you in creating lucrative chances because it includes lots of funnel templates as well as the Share Your Funnel feature.
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It’s more powerful features that will give you more opportunities for making money. Your business will easily triumph online. This also enables you to receive all the services that would likely be more expensive than the amount you’d spend from doing the job on your own or hiring experts.
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If you are in Milan for the first time, an absolute must-see is the Milan Cathedral, also known as the Duomo, the intricate facade which is ornamented by 2,000 sculptures, 135 pinnacles and 96 gargoyles. Tourists eagerly visit its roof in order to get a great view of the city’s panorama.
If you are in Milan for the first time, an absolute must-see is the Milan Cathedral, also known as the Duomo, the intricate facade of which is ornamented by 2,000 sculptures, 135 pinnacles and 96 gargoyles. Tourists eagerly visit its roof in order to get a great view of the city’s panorama. Next to it is one of the world's first shopping malls. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is a historic commercial arcade with a glass roof and dome, which delights visitors with its floor mosaic and walls covered in bas-relief sculptures. The symbol of Milan is also Sforza Castle (Castello Sforzesco), built entirely of red bricks, as well as its picture gallery which contains paintings by
Canaletto, Tiepolo and Michelangelo. Straight from the castle one emerges into elegant Sempione Park (Parco Sempione), the site of long-ago parties for the Sforza royal family and their guests. Historical documents indicate that Leonardo da Vinci attended these. There are more traces of Leonardo da Vinci in Milan. The most well-known is 'L'Ultima Cena' (The Last Supper). This fresco is in the convent of the Santa Maria delle Grazie Church. In order to visit this, a ticket must be reserved in advance.
Those who have already been to Milan or who wish to see something that has not been immortalized on a postcard should go to Brera. This neighbourhood located close to the city centre is full of cosy cafes, galleries and contemporary art exhibitions. If you have half a day (or night) of free time, you can get on a metro and go to the district of Navigli, where there are numerous intersecting canals. In recent years this has been the most popular meeting place for young people. There are shops here with niche design and vinyl records, specialist bookshops and small bars with live music.
Milan can also be visited for its fashion, both high and low. The Fashion District is marked out by three squares: Piazza del Duomo, Piazza Cavour and Piazza San Babila. Entrance to Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino and Versace boutiques is carefully monitored - not everyone is allowed to enter. But for fashion-lovers, the window displays themselves are a real feast for the senses. For less affluent customers, there are unique flea markets with vintage clothes and markets with Chinese fabrics.
If you return to Milan, sample something typical of Lombardy. The city is famous for its Milanese risotto (rice cooked in bouillon with grated grana padano cheese and saffron), osso bucco (veal shanks in sauce), vitello tonnato (slices of veal covered in a tuna-caper sauce), cotoletto (similar to a pork chop) and ravioli di zucca (dumplings with pumpkin and sage). Where to eat? The best is to eat far from the centre. Look out for small restaurants where many Italians are sitting at the tables. It’s important to remember that for table service you must always pay what’s called a 'coperto' (usually about 2€), and between 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. most shops and bars are dosed. Italians eat a one-course lunch at about 1:00 p.m. and then return to work. For supper, which is usually quite large here, it's necessary to wait. But anyone who has got a taste of Milan confirms that it's worth it.


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Lynn’s rich maritime history and enduring heritage with the German Hanseatic ports is well documented and will be celebrated this year in the town as The Year of the Hanse.
And King’s Lynn Town Guides will play an important part in the celebrations with four free Hanse walks in May and July.
The guided walks, which will typically last up to an hour, will provide an enduring insight in to key Hanseatic sites, including the Custom House, King Street with the location in the 15th century of some iconic merchants‘ houses, the medieval St George¹s Guildhall, the Purfleet, Queen Street, Clifton House, with its watchtower and 14th century undercroft, Thoresby College, the Saturday Market Place, the Holy Trinity Guildhall (the home of Lynn¹s Great Guild of merchants) Lynn Minster and the Hanse House itself, the only remaining Hanseatic warehouse in England. All in all it will present a fascinating tapestry.
The walks, on Saturday, May 16 (11am), Sunday, May 17 (2pm), Sunday, July 12 (2pm), and Saturday, July 25 (2pm) will be led by experienced guides.
There will also be a longer guided walk on Monday, 20 July (7pm) entitled Hanseatic Lynn led by Dr Paul Richards which is one of the Monday evening walks organised by the Town Guides in June and July.
These Monday evening walks are part of the guide’s regular programme which is by paid ticket only.
Further information contact the Tourist Information Centre at the Custom House on 01553 763044.


Sony Introduces Two D-SLRs With Quick AF Live View System
SAN DIEGO, Jan. 30, 2008 - Sony is bringing live-view shooting to its digital SLR camera line with today's introduction of a 14.2-megapixel α (alpha) DSLR-A350 camera and 10.2-megapixel α (alpha) DSLR-A300 model. Both cameras feature new technologies that make picture taking faster, easier, and more familiar for first-time DSLR users.
Quick AF Live View System
They both offer Sony's new "Quick AF Live View technology so you can frame photos on the camera's LCD without sacrificing auto-focusing speed common to other live-view systems.
Sony's innovative Pentamirror Tilt mechanism directs light to a dedicated live view image sensor, enabling fast and responsive TTL phase-detection auto-focusing, even during live view.
Eliminating the focus delay of other systems, the new models are equally responsive whether using live view or optical viewfinder.With its two sensor design, Quick AF Live View can even continuously focus-track the subject and provide live view during burst shooting, helping you capture that special moment.
Taking further advantage of Quick AF Live View is the models' variable angle 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD screen. This makes it easy to frame scenes from high or low positions difficult to reach when using an eye-level viewfinder.
With Live View and an adjustable LCD, the cameras do not need to be in front of the user's face, allowing parents, for example, to maintain eye-contact when photographing their children.
Mainstream users stepping up to DSLRs are looking for a similar experience to their point and shoot cameras, but without compromise in speed or performance said Phil Lubell, director of marketing for digital cameras at Sony Electronics. Quick AF Live View gives these new models a familiar shooting style without compromising speed - ideal for the growing market of first-time SLR users."
Exceptional Image Quality
The new models produce images with fine detail, rich tonality and vibrant color due to their APS-C CCD image sensors and BIONZ® processing engine. To aid shooting in low light, Super SteadyShot® image stabilization enables shutter speeds 2.5 to 3.5 steps slower than otherwise possible, with every compatible Minolta Maxxum® and Sony α (alpha) lens (sold separately) attached to the camera.
High sensitivity operation at ISO 1600 and 3200 and very low noise are made possible by the user-selectable high-ISO noise reduction features. Sony's D-Range Optimizer delivers suitable tonality and exposures with rich shadow and highlight detail, even under high contrast situations.
Powerful Performance, Easy to UseThe DSLR-A300 model can shoot about three continuous frames per second and the DSLR-A350 model can shoot up to two-and-a-half continuous frames per second, when using the optical viewfinder. Both are powered by the Bionz processing engine and supplied InfoLITHIUMTM battery for fast start-up times, quick response and long battery life - up to 730 shots per full charge when using the optical viewfinder and up to 410 shots per full charge in live-view mode.


X Factor USA contestant Stacy Francis has spoken of her "regret" at clashing with the late Whitney Houston on the night of her final public performance.
The 'I Will Always Love You' star, who died on Saturday (February 11) at the age of 48, was named as an inspiration by Francis during her stint on the show and the two even shared a stage together back in 1999.
However, it has been claimed that the pair came close to blows when they reunited at an LA pre-Grammy event hosted by singer Kelly Price on Thursday (February 9), due to Houston failing to recognise the aspiring singer.
Eyewitnesses claim that Houston "got belligerent" when R&B star Ray J tried to defend Francis and "hands were raised".
"It didn't seem like Whitney remembered her, but she was cordial at first," a source told The Hollywood Reporter. "[But] Whitney just got belligerent.
"Ray was trying to defend Stacy, telling Whitney, 'Stacy's family!' but Whitney was feeling crowded out and hands were raised... You didn't know which way it could go there for a minute."
Francis, who said after the incident that she had the "utmost respect for Whitney Houston and her talent", took to Twitter upon hearing of the iconic performer's death and lamented how their final meeting had ended.
"This is a sad time for me. I loved Whitney Houston with all my heart," she wrote today (February 13). "She was such an amazing musical influence for me.
"I deeply regret the events that led to Thursday's misunderstanding, but I respect and love her more than I can say... Whitney maintained a genuineness in this difficult profession and I will always admire and respect the courage that she lived.
"At this painful time, I would like to express my support and most sincere condolences to Whitney's family in learning of her sudden death... I will always remember her to be a deeply humane person and wish her spirit to rest in peace."
X Factor USA boss Simon Cowell confirmed at the weekend that Houston was in talks to join the show's judging panel.
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Three U.S. Air Force airmen have been stripped of their nuclear certifications after a “mishap” caused approximately $1.8 million in damage to an intercontinental ballistic missile on May 16, 2014, officials said Friday.
The incident occurred when the Minuteman III nuclear missile, assigned to the 90th Missile Wing at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming, became “non-operational” during a diagnostic test, according to a statement released by the U.S. Air Force.
While troubleshooting the issue, the maintenance team chief “mistakenly performed an action not directed by the technical guidance,” the statement said.
Air Force officials did not specifically address whether or not radiological material was released when the missile was damaged, but said the incident did not result in any injuries or threaten public safety.
Further details as to the nature of the “mishap” remain murky, as the full report from the military’s Accident Investigation Board remains classified.
The Air Force insists that the maintenance team chief was properly trained for the task he was performing but made a mistake that resulted in damage to the missile.
In response to the incident, the Air Force said it has “strengthened technical guidance, modified training curriculum, and shared information with the other missile wings regarding the conditions that led to the mishap.
The Minuteman III is the only land-based Intercontinental Ballistic Missile system used by the United States and is one component of its nuclear triad. The other two parts of the triad include the Trident submarine-launched ballistic missile and nuclear weapons carried by long-range strategic bombers.
First deployed in the 1960s as part of the U.S. nuclear deterrent program, the Minuteman system’s effectiveness is largely tied to the idea that missiles can be launched quickly and at any time.
Missiles are dispersed in hardened silos and connected to an underground launch control where crews are on standby around-the-clock.
The United States currently has 450 Minutemen III missiles at F.E. Warren AFB in Wyoming, Malmstrom AFB in Montana, and Minot AFB in North Dakota.


The Mississippi River has been receding in Hannibal, where the levee held and the town was protected. The river topped at one foot shy of the record flooding in 1993.
After hundreds of volunteers, National Guard troops and inmates helped flood-threatened areas in northeastern Missouri, residents are expressing their thanks and relief. (See coverage from TV partner WGEM)
Now the next step: the damage must be assessed and cleaned up. State Representative Louis Riggs, R-Hannibal, tells Missourinet “the damages are considerable.”
“The cleanup itself is the easy part, assessing the damage is not.”
This will be considered the second major flooding event for the state, and a second, separate disaster declaration and federal aid request.
“The process itself is rather burdensome,” Riggs says, “and involves crunching numbers, authenticating them and six to nine months, even up to a year.”
For farmers, the harvest is missed or cannot get down the river.
River traffic is slowly returning, but not the most important water transportation to this area: barges to carry grain to market.
“I have not seen any barges on the Mississippi now for months, Riggs says. “Hundreds of thousands of some of the best acreage in the world will not be producing this year so that is one set of damages to sort out.”
In the meantime, Riggs and Hannibal residents are looking to the river to relinquish some ground for something to celebrate.
“We’ve been told that we can expect to be down to normal flood stage as early as June 29, depending on rainfall, so probably close to July 1. July 4th is the biggest event of the year, so it would be nice to have our riverfront back by then,” Riggs adds.


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Job posting number: #7057664
Posted: June 11, 2019
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job DescriptionThe Rosenberg Lab at the University of California, San Francisco is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate with a background in microbiology to undertake research to develop new live-cell tracers to track infections in humans.
Conventional radiology cannot distinguish sterile inflammation from active infection with bacterial pathogens. We are a part of an NIH funded collaboration to develop new tools to solve this problem. Some of our strategies have shown promise for rapid translation into clinical practice (see for example https://doi: 10.1038/s41598-017-08415-x). Our tracers will also be excellent tools to study the metabolic states of living bacteria in model infections. We have developed cutting edge techniques to manipulate pathogens (see https://doi.org/10.1038/s41564-018-0327-z and https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/618637v1), which we plan to deploy in our efforts.
We are located at the state of the art Mission Bay campus of UCSF. The lab is affiliated with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub providing additional technological and intellectual support to the project.
Applicants should hold a PhD or MD, or be near completion of their degree, in a relevant subject area. The applicant should have relevant research experience in microbiology and molecular genetics and have a proven research record using bacterial genetic manipulations and strong skills in molecular biology. The applicant should also be highly motivated with exceptional communications skills and the ability to work with a dynamic team.
This full-time position is fully funded by the NIH and DARPA.
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Turkish intelligence services play a key role in arming certain Syrian opposition groups.
Towards the end of World War I, as the “sick man of Europe” (the Ottoman Empire) began to disintegrate and several countries failed in their ambition to dismantle Anatolia, the confident new state that arose from the ruins of the old empire not only managed to consolidate rapidly in the course of the struggle for a new Turkey but was also able to effectively fend off threats to its territorial integrity. Seeking a strictly secular Turkey, in order to cut off the country from its Ottoman past the country’s founder, General Mustafa Kemal, known as Atatürk (the Father of the Turks), took a number of steps that effected a fundamental change in the country. The army took on the role of the bearer of Atatürk’s values, watching over any expressions of excessive religious zeal and Islam’s intrusions into the sphere of politics, which it played down not only in the founder’s lifetime but even more so in the decades following his death, not shrinking from carrying out purges in its own ranks, extrajudicial executions and even a military coup.
The year 2002 might be considered a milestone in the monumental ideological clash between the country‘s secular and Islamic course. This was the year that brought to power Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who has since subjected Turkey to a single-minded process of Islamization, surrounding himself with his faithful followers, men who champion his conservative Islamist agenda. Turkey’s endeavor to join the EU has provided Erdogan with an additional effective way of limiting the role of the Turkish army under the ruse of democratization. Lately the Turkish army has suffered a devastating blow in the show trials of Turkish officers who had allegedly planned a coup. This developments are also tellingly illustrated by the enormous ‘Ergenekon’ or ‚Bayloz‘ (Sledgehammer) affairs, in which hundreds of Turkish officers and others have been accused of plotting against the state. Most recently, on 21st of September 2012, 324 soldiers were sentenced to terms of imprisonment ranging from 13 to 20 years, for a plot aiming to overthrow the current Turkish leadership. Three officers—former chief commanders in the air force, navy and the so-called First Army (charged with guarding Turkey’s western frontier)—have been sentenced to 20 years‘ imprisonment.
A Turkish Mukhabarat
The National Intelligence Agency, generally known by its acronym MIT (Milli Istihbarat Teşkilati), has evidently taken on the role of enforcing the ambitious Prime Minister Erdogan’s political agenda. The present-day MIT bears some similarity to the Arab mukhabarats, i.e. agencies that serve authoritarian and dictatorial regimes. This is because, besides classic intelligence work in the Western sense, this type of intelligence agency is also invested with police authority, thus deserving the lay term “secret police.” Engaged in both intelligence and counter-intelligence activities, it is a civilian colossus that combines activities that in other countries are normally carried out by two distinct agencies. Reporting directly to the Prime Minister’s office, MIT presents itself as a dynamic and modern intelligence service, on a par with the elite of the global intelligence community and commanding unique knowledge and skills. Its current annual budget is around 400 million USD.
Since taking over as the new head of MIT in 2010, Hakan Fidan, an old confidant of Prime Minister Erdogan (and these days a de facto puppet in the hands of the Islamist elites), has embarked on a fierce campaign in an attempt to cleanse the organization of anti-Islamic elements that had allegedly found a “haven” in MIT. Fidal has appointed two former diplomats—Ismail Hakki Musa (Fidan’s “acquaintance” from his NATO days in Brussels) and Abdulrahman Bilgic (a former Ambassador to Japan)—as his deputies. Fidan has earned the strong support of both Prime Minister Erdogan as well as Turkey’s President Abdullah Gül with his anti-Israeli policy, his campaign against the secular elements in the Turkish army, passionate opposition to the Kurdish Workers‘ Party PKK, and, last but not least, his loyalty.
The purges in the MIT ranks have been accompanied by a number of abuses, the most egregious probably relating to the head of MIT‘s Afghan branch, Kaşif Kozinoglu. Kozinoglu, a former special forces major and Central Asia specialist, who had in all likelihood served as the head of MIT‘s entire Asia desk, was arrested in March 2011 on arrival from Kabul, and charged with conspiring against the country. He was due to testify in court in November 2011 but died a few days earlier in detention, allegedly of a heart attack. His death caused a great uproar, especially among the opponents of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and Prime Minister Erdogan. In early 2011 another opponent of Fidan—or rather, Erdogan— Afet Güneş, who had a chance to become the first woman in history in charge of the Turkish intelligence service, was also forced out.
The War in Syria
The list of Turkish intelligence services‘ priorities is topped by the difficult neighbors on Turkey’s southern and eastern borders: Iraq, Iran and Syria. Over the past decades, there have been many ups and downs in the relations with Syria, from open hostility through loudly proclaimed cooperation, and—since civil war broke out in Syria in 2011— back to more or less open animosity. In addition, particularly since the 1980s, relations between the two countries have been encumbered by a dispute over the water of the rivers Tigris and Euphrates, divergent political systems, as well as Syrian support for PKK’s Kurdish separatists. In 1998, the rows between Syria and Turkey came to a head with Turkey openly threatening to invade Syria. A frightened Syria expelled the PKK leader from its territory, denounced its support for the PKK and gradually established friendly political, economic and indeed military relations with Turkey. This trend was symbolically cemented when the Syrian President spent a vacation in Turkey jointly with the Turkish Prime Minister Erdogăn and his wife.
The first cracks in the relations between the two countries appeared in 2011, following Turkey‘s criticism of the Syrian regime for its response to the military uprising against President Bashar al-Assad’s and his regime. Turkey has hosted large numbers of Syrian refugees as well as armed opposition groups, more or less openly rooting for the fall of the Syrian regime. Quite understandably, the Turkish intelligence services have been extremely busy monitoring the Syrian opposition, debriefing defectors from the Syrian army, and so on. Since the nature of a (new) Syrian regime is obviously of utmost importance to Turkey, the intelligence service has played a key role in arming certain Syrian opposition groups.
The rivalry between the MIT and the Syrian mukhabarat has resulted in kidnappings, murders, executions and disinformation. In August 2011, in a particularly humiliating incident, Colonel Hussein Harmoush, a founder of the Free Syrian Army (FSA), was abducted from Turkey by Syrian intelligence operative, who had bribed an MIT officer, allegedly paying him 100,000 USD in fake banknotes. In January 2012 Harmoush was executed by firing squad on the outskirts of Damascus.
The war in Syria has turned into an ever-increasing burden to Turkey, and not only because of the refugees, likely to number around 200,000. It has also pitted Turkey against both the regime in Damascus and also the leadership of Iran. Turkey and Iran are currently engaged in an undeclared “war” for the dominance not only of the Middle East but also for influence in the wider Muslim world. This means, ironically, that two non-Arab states and with two different models of state organization have been vying for influence in the Arab world, the choice being between a more secular Sunni Turkey and a religiously far more conservative Shia Iran.
The kurdish Problem
The activities of the Turkish PKK provide a further telling example of the deteriorating relations between Turkey and Iran. Kurdish separatists have stepped up their activities in 2012, presumably also thanks to indirect support from Iran, as a result of Iranian intelligence no longer reaching Turkey. The PKK’s new confidence is reflected in a number of events, for example the 2010 assault on the army garrison in Şemdinli, to which Prime Minister Erdogan responded by threatening to “drown” PKK fighters “in their own blood”. Nevertheless, the Turkish leadership has since been floundering.
Some claim that in fighting the PKK, Turkey may have been harmed by its lack of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), previously supplied by Israel. Although Turkey could easily have acquired drones from the US, it has not done so, presumably to avoid jeopardizing relations with Iran further. The admission by Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bülenç Arinç of cooperation between MIT and Iran’s main intelligence agency, VEVAK, was a bit of a cold shower to many, since the Turkish intelligence service may also have shared with their Iranian colleagues information received from the Americans. Now, a few months after the Turks’ admission, it seems that MIT is trying to feed the media (among others) information suggesting that contacts between Turkish and Iranian intelligence personnel have been reduced to a minimum, citing quite plausibly the rift between the two countries over Syria as a reason.
At this point Erdogan would clearly benefit from Bashar al-Assad’s fall and from an end of the current deadlock in which MIT or rather Turkey is becoming increasingly entangled. In fact, it seems that Turkey can no longer backtrack if it is to maintain its position as a strong partner (or better, patron) of the Arab world and continue striving for dominance in the Middle East.
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Plans to sell the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service helicopter are up in the air, it seems.
Last month, announcing a round of proposed ‘budget cuts’ within the civil service, Premier McKeeva Bush said some $1.7 million annually would be saved by jettisoning the Eurocopter.
“It’s just unaffordable for our country,” Mr. Bush said during a public meeting in West Bay last week, prompting cheers from a number of audience members.
However, several days prior to that statement being made by Mr. Bush, RCIPS officials noted they were unaware of any such plan to sell off the 1999 model aircraft.
“The sale of the police helicopter has neither been discussed nor has the impact of its loss been subject of any input by the RCIPS,” a police spokesperson confirmed. “The loss of the Air Operations Unit would have a considerable impact on our ability to maintain our current level of operational effectiveness.”
No further comment on the issue had been made by RCIPS by press time Tuesday.
Governor Duncan Taylor declined to discuss the matter when contacted about it by the Caymanian Compass last week. However, he did point out that section 55 of the Cayman Islands Constitution Order  sets out the special responsibilities held by the UK-appointed governor.
“The governor shall be responsible for the conduct…of any business of the government with respect to the following matters – a) defence; b) external affairs; c) internal security including the police, without prejudice to section 58 (the National Security Council); and the appointment…of any person to public office…”
Section 55 also allows the governor to delegate any responsibility for the conduct of the above matters, subject to consultation with the Premier.
Mr. Taylor reiterated this in a statement on Friday: “My particular responsibilities include security and policing, supervision of the civil service and the promotion of good governance. But wherever I believe that there is a role for me as governor, I will do what I can to help: that includes contributing to the efforts of the Cayman Islands government and the [UK] Foreign and Commonwealth Office to reach agreement on the budget.”
In the 2009 Constitution Order, which first created the National Security Council, the council does advise the governor on matters of national security “with the exception of operational and staffing matters”.
After being told by Premier McKeeva Bush to “go sun his buns” at the beach, Cayman Islands Governor Duncan Taylor said Friday that he was “disappointed by the tone” of some of Mr. Bush’s recent remarks.
Mr. Taylor again denied claims that he was conspiring with the auditor general’s office against Cayman, an organisation that Premier Bush blamed for causing some of the budget troubles the country now faces.
“I have noted the recent comments made about me by the Honourable Premier, including in the public meeting in West bay on Wednesday,” Mr. Taylor said in a prepared statement. “I am disappointed by the tone and content of his remarks.
“In a statement in May, I made clear that I wholeheartedly support the vision of the minister of the overseas territories of a flourishing and vibrant Cayman Islands whose public finances are well managed and whose adherence to internationally recognized standards of governance enhances its reputation as a good place to live work and do business.
“I am committed to do everything I can to contribute to that vision,” Mr. Taylor said.
During a public meeting last week, Premier Bush claimed government’s stymied efforts to divest the Water Authority was one of the reasons introducing the proposed payroll tax was necessary if Cayman was to meet the United Kingdom’s requirement to have a sustainable budget.
“We got agreement from the United Kingdom to divest these entities, such as the Water Authority and sewerage. Had we been able to do that, because they said pay the money and pay… down the debt, if this country gets behind the government and we can make the divestment, you won’t have to do this kind of revenue raising measures.
“What the people should be… blogging is say ‘Governor, stay on the beach, sun your buns and let the government get on with its work. Then we would not have any need to tax anybody, because that’s what the United Kingdom has agreed.”
Mr. Taylor did not respond to any direct allegations made by the premier. “These are challenging times for the Cayman Islands, as for so many countries around the world. I am keen to work with the Honourable Premier and his Government, in a spirit of cooperation, to address these challenges.”


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Nearly 300 CASA Volunteers speak up for abused and neglected children in Hamilton County.
Each year, selected CASA Volunteers share their stories and are honored with the Darlene Kamine Advocate of the Year award.
CASA Program Director Charlotte Caples said every single CASA Volunteer is an amazing gift to our children. “All through the year, we know about the phone calls, the emails, the meetings, the court hearings and the visits that CASA Volunteers prioritize so that our children have a real voice,” Caples said. “Each year, the Darlene Kamine Advocate of the Year awards give the ProKids CASA Managers an opportunity to name ProKids CASA Volunteers who have embraced the difficult work of being a CASA Volunteer with particular energy and focus.”
Each of these honorees is an example of the powerful advocacy every CASA Volunteer does every day.
Jill Baker Braun | 9 years |17 children
For Jill, being a ProKids CASA Volunteer was the logical next step after she and her husband adopted their sons, now 19 and 21. “I just knew I had to do something to help kids in foster care. I saw that ProKids was such a great agency in terms of meeting the needs of kids in the most desperate situations,” she says. “We’re the ones who don’t take a side except the kids’ side. Every hour, every child, it’s planting a seed even if we don’t see the positive outcome today.”
Mary Anne Bressler |12 years | 12 children
“Even though it’s seldom ‘happily ever after’ when I end a case, I keep going,” Mary Anne says. “I keep learning more about the resiliency of kids and how families aren’t defined by anything other than the sharing of one another’s hearts.” She says the support she gets in her work as a CASA Volunteer makes all the difference. “Despite how difficult the work is, the staff at ProKids are so life-giving,” Mary Anne says. “I find it inspiring to work with them on behalf of our children.”
Karen Gerrety | 8 years | 10 children
When Karen first came to ProKids, she wasn’t sure she could become a CASA Volunteer. “But the training and the staff at ProKids made me believe I could do it,” she says. “My world has always been pretty sheltered.. but I think ‘if not me, then who?’” While CASA Volunteers can’t avoid the messy conflicts that are in their children’s families, “we can be the calming influence,” Karen says. “We can help reduce any tension because we are speaking up for the children. And that’s what they need.”
Amy Gilles | 7 years | 13 children
When Amy stepped back from fulltime pediatric nursing, she missed interacting with children. “I wanted to see how I could make an impact,” Amy says. And although she knew a lot about children, she found out there was a lot more to learn about child protection and child abuse and neglect. “We work with these families at their worst time of need,” Amy says. “ProKids is able to make a difference because everyone is strong, completely professional, but still tender-hearted when it comes to the kids.” Read more here.
Mike Hardy | 5 years | 12 children
“I have a soft spot for kids. That’s why I am at ProKids: I wanted to make a difference in the life of a child.” A former engineer, Mike saw that at ProKids he could use his analytical mind and determination to help children. “I like to think about ways to solve problems and then get others to help,” Mike says. “And once I decide to get something done, I get it done. These children just need someone who sees what is possible and then gets things done. And that’s ProKids.”


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The Census Bureau missed a House committee's deadline to provide documents tied to the alleged falsification of unemployment data, the New York Post reported.» Read More
There are signs the brutal pace of job losses is slowing, and the economy could even add some private sector jobs this year. Investors will learn a lot from the May employment report, due at 8:30 a.m. Friday.
With the Obama administration working toward a mid-June unveiling of a sweeping package of regulatory reforms for the financial sector, Congressional Republicans are preparing their own offensive in the coming week.
New U.S. jobless claims fell for a third straight week last week; productivity rose 1.6 percent. What does this herald for the stock markets? Art Cashin, UBS Financial Services director of floor operations, offered his insights to CNBC.
An overarching systemic regulator for the financial sector is needed, said Tim Ryan, president & CEO of the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association.
Already on Wednesday, investors were counting down to Friday's jobs report, and not much in between matters. Thursday's main events include weekly jobless claims, data on productivity and costs, and monthly chain store sales, which are expected to be weak and show the U.S. consumer remains reluctant to spend.
In an opening statement before questioning GM CEO Fritz Henderson and Chrysler President Jim Press, Sen. Haynes said, "The deal is done." It was a painfully succinct summary of why thousands of auto dealers upset about losing their affiliations with GM and Chrysler are unlikely to find relief in Washington.
Top executives of bankrupt General Motors and Chrysler defended slashing their dealer networks, telling Congress on Wednesday that eliminating more than 2,300 dealerships was crucial to saving the companies.
The “Buy America” provision in the “stimulus” (haven’t seen much of the $787 billion yet) package is causing more and more trouble to U.S. firms that would like to participate, but have “hidden” imports in their products, writes William Dunkelberg, Economics Professor at Temple University.
Testimony from Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and ADP's employment report are two of the big events for Wednesday.
Perhaps a new breed of speculators is emerging, especially in the condo market, investors with cash and the patience to wait for demographics to catch up with supply, writes William Dunkelberg, Economic Strategist, Boenning & Scattergood.
Washington is asking some painful questions about how to prevent the next financial meltdown. Should it reinvent the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation? Abolish the seemingly feckless overseer of savings and loans? Grant new powers to the Federal Reserve?
President Obama couldn't let General Motors fail, but he won't concede he's taking over the company.
Cuba has agreed to resume talks with the Obama administration on legal immigration of Cubans to the United States and direct mail service between the two countries, a State Department official said Sunday.
Obama is calling for a sweeping $18 billion proposal covering birth to higher education. It includes reforms for teaching, funds for pre-school programs, college tax credits as well as revamping the college student loan system.
Stocks started the week worried about the weakening dollar but have since developed a case of bond market phobia.
The Treasury market took the government's latest 7-year note auction in stride, compared to Wednesday's wild action.
The recommendations include creation of a new banking regulator and an expansion of powers for the Federal Reserve and FDIC.
Treasury bonds were firmer and trading quietly on Thursday compared with yesterday's wild action, though the market is awaiting the government's 7-year note auction this afternoon.
The stock market is watching the bond market, wary a spike in interest rates will derail a fragile economic recovery and snuff the market's rally.
The big number for markets Wednesday is April's existing home sales, which should tell the story of a weak spring selling season.


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Flash floods hit KL after heavy afternoon downpour
Bangsar lrt flooded.
KUALA LUMPUR: Several areas in the city were hit by flash floods following an afternoon storm.
High water levels near the LRT station in Jalan Bangsar trapped a number of vehicles and caused several lanes to be inaccessible to motorists.
Motorists travelling along Jalan Maharajalela (near the Monorail Station), Jalan Kemuja In Bangsar and Jalan Pudu (near the Tung Shin Hospital) were also affected by floods.
City Fire and Rescue Department operations chief Samsol Maarif Saibani said in a statement that the rain started at 2.11pm on Saturday.
He said heavy rain was also reported at Jalan Telawi, Jalan Maarof, Jalan Sg Besi, Lebuhraya Sultan Iskandar, Jalan Tuanku Abd Halim, Jalan Tun Sambathan, Bulatan Dato' Onn, Jalan Ampang, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Jalan Raja Chulan, Jalan Maharajalela, Jalan Pantai Baru, Bandar Tun Razak, Jalan Semantan, Jalan Budiman, Jalan Tun Razak as well as several areas in the city. -Star


Enrique Iglesias pulled out of a tour with Britney Spears the same day it was announced. Sources say Iglesias didn't want to play second fiddle to the former teen pop princess. Spears seems to be on a never-ending comeback. She just released her 7th album--her 3rd since her 2007 breakdown. Her new songs are well-received, but her live performances still leave a lot to be desired. Spears is currently on a strange media tour. She recently appeared in a "deleted" Jackass scene which appeared to be staged. Still, fan support remains inexplicably high. San Francisco proclaimed a Britney Spears Day following her album kick-off concert.


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Saab Cars USA Inc. has reorganized its field support system for its 218 dealers.
The reorganization, which takes effect Tuesday, July 2, makes the company's district managers more accessible to Saab's large dealerships, which make 95 percent of U.S. sales.
The 60 small-volume rural dealers will have to rely on a phone center and will get no visits from district managers.
The change is in preparation for Saab's U.S. sales target of 70,000 units by 2005, nearly double last year's sales of 37,557.
"The average (small) dealer sells only 35 units a year," said Richard O'Kelley, Saab's vice president of sales. "We understand we'll not service them as well as in the past, and we're open to slight changes. This is a more rational way to use human resources."
O'Kelley said Saab's 285 dealers in the mid-1990s averaged annual sales of 75 cars per store. This year, 218 dealers are averaging 200 sales each. O'Kelley said he wants an average of 340 vehicle sales per store from 230 dealers by 2006, for sales of 78,200.
As part of the field change, Saab has redrawn its three regions - East, West and South - to balance sales volumes.The East had accounted for 63 percent of U.S. sales; now the figure is 43 percent.
A year ago Saab cut the number of its district managers by 20 percent. The company has had 15 managers responsible for about 15 dealers each. Under the new system, 14 field managers will average 11 dealers each.
At the Dealer Assistance Center in Norcross, Ga., Saab will shift one district manager to the call center and add another district manager position. The center will handle the 60 dealers who sell 5 percent of Saab's U.S. volume, O'Kelley said.
The call center, which now has five employees, will get one more, plus the two district managers.
District managers in the field typically visit dealerships to set and follow up on yearly sales objectives. The managers also attend customer events and service clinics and help settle situations with upset customers.
Dealers typically call in to the assistance center with distribution problems, for clarification of a sales program or with special requests.
Annette Adams co-owns two stores in Iowa - Meyer Garage in Meyer and Iowa City Saab - that will be served only by the call center.
"We've had anywhere from two to four visits a year, and we've had trouble getting immediate phone support, but now they'll be more accessible," she said. "This is going to be a very good thing."