That water is heated in a detachable reservoir that doubles as a kettle. This is a unique feature for a coffee maker, but one we ended up appreciating, especially for households with a mix of tea lovers and instant-oatmeal eaters alongside coffee drinkers. Fill the kettle up, lock it in place, and scroll the dial to the amount of coffee you want brewed. The machine is designed so that, even if you have more water in the kettle than you need, it will brew only the amount you specify. The one thing you actually have to measure with the OXO On 12-Cup is the grounds. Do that right, and it’s pretty much impossible to screw it up.
All of the espresso machines we tested only included a single boiler for heating. This means that there's only one mechanism for heating both the water for brewing and the steamer wand. Because of this, it'll take the steamer wand a while to heat up after pulling the espresso shot, since the steamer wand operates at a much higher temperature than the brewing temperature of around 195°F. It is possible to buy a home machine with a double boiler (Breville makes one) but this raises the price significantly (we didn't test the Breville because it's over $1,000), and the minor wait time wasn't a major concern for us. We figured it wouldn't be for home brewers either.
Our top pick is the OXO On 12-Cup Coffee Brewing System. It’s a large machine – both in footprint and in capacity — but it earned the second-highest scores in our taste test, and is sleek both to look at and to operate. Convenient features like programmable auto-brewing, a removable water reservoir that doubles as a kettle, and a spigot that stops the brew mid-stream if you remove the carafe make this machine feel high tech without being high maintenance. For those who want to be a little more hands-on with the brewing process, its single-button dial also lets you adjust the water’s brewing temperature, giving you more access to experiment with extraction and flavor.
CR’s take: Though this Bialetti lacks typical drip-machine features such as programming and brew-strength control, it more than compensates with a Very Good rating in our brew performance test and a crisp 8-minute brew time. If you’re the type who sometimes prefers a morning shot of espresso to a cup of joe, this twofer—drip machine beside espresso maker—may be for you. It features a built-in milk frother, a permanent coffee filter, and auto-shutoff. CR does not yet have enough survey data on Bialetti machines to rate them on reliability and satisfaction, but when we do, we’ll add that info to our ratings.
Manual or semi-automatic machines offer more control of shot quality. Because when to cut the shot (brew time) is a critical variable, which is often adjusted shot-by-shot, semi-automatic machines are often preferred over automatics, though some machines are automatic. Manual machines are more popular in Europe, where it is more common to drink straight espresso.
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Like the OXO machines, it has only one button on its interface. Unlike the OXO machines, that button does only one thing: start the brewing process. If you hold it down until it blinks, you’ll activate the pre-infusion; otherwise a simple click gets it going. Brewing a full pot of eight cups took us about seven minutes, by far the fastest of any of our top picks — which is a good thing, considering you can’t program it to start brewing before you wake up.
If you push the 54mm stainless steel portafilter into the hands-free grinding cradle, the grounds will go right into the filter. The grinder shuts off when it's done, too, so you don't have to worry about figuring out if you've got the right amount. Finally, the included 54mm tamper ensures that your grounds are evenly pressed, so you get the most out of your beans.
“I like the Technivorm Moccamaster because, from a scientific standpoint, it creates the proper water temperature (and temperature consistency) for good extraction of flavor from the beans. That’s the problem with most cheap automatics — they’re inconsistent about temperature. It also has a shower-head design for good water dispersion and saturation of the grounds. It consistently tastes almost (almost, I stress) as good as a manual drip.” — Andrew Chou, engineer, General Motors
If you’re not one yourself, you definitely know one. Espresso, which originated in Italy, is a finely ground, highly concentrated version of coffee that packs a punch of caffeine into a single one-ounce shot (or two, if you’d like a double-shot), making it richer and stronger than a regular cup of coffee. People who drink espresso know that it’s all about quality, which means if you’re not getting your tiny cup of life from your local barista, you best do your research and invest in a worthy espresso machine to make it at home.
Bunn-O-Matic came out with a different drip-brew machine. In this type of coffeemaker, the machine uses a holding tank or boiler pre-filled with water. When the machine is turned on, all of the water in the holding tank is brought to near boiling point (approximately 200–207 °F or 93–97 °C) using a thermostatically-controlled heating element. When water is poured into a top-mounted tray, it descends into a funnel and tube which delivers the cold water to the bottom of the boiler. The less-dense hot water in the boiler is displaced out of the tank and into a tube leading to the spray head, where it drips into a brew basket containing the ground coffee. The pourover, water displacement method of coffeemaking tends to produce brewed coffee at a much faster rate than standard drip designs. Its primary disadvantage is increased electricity consumption in order to preheat the water in the boiler. Additionally, the water displacement method is most efficient when used to brew coffee at the machine's maximum or near-maximum capacity, as typically found in restaurant or office usage. In 1963, Bunn introduced the first automatic coffee brewer, which connected to a waterline for an automatic water feed.
The gist: The Litchi Portable is similar to the Cisco in that it's very simple to use. Rather than Nespresso pods, use the measuring scooping to add ground coffee to the two-filter basket. Then, add hot water to the chamber and manually push the pressure pump until the coffee comes out. Soon you'll be brewin' the good stuff into the little included cup (even add a little milk if you want to go the cappuccino route.)
The Breville's conical burr grinder, made of stainless steel, effortlessly grinds coffee beans and optimizes flavor extraction by maximizing the surface area of the grinds. A 54mm tamper ensures expert tamping control, and a hands-free grinding cradle leaves all the hard work to the machine. Our favorite features are the Breville's grind size/grind amount selector dials, which enable you to customize grinds from fine to coarse.
There’s also no way to adjust the temperature of the water on the Bonavita, or tinker with any of the other variables some of our other top picks gave access to. And that’s the other downside to this excellent machine: What you get is what you get, and if you do want to experiment with the flavor of your coffee, it will depend entirely on the beans you buy and the size you grind them to. Good thing the coffee it brews right out of the box is so dang good.
The well-designed Braun BrewSense came closer to the gold standard for water brewing temperature than almost any other drip coffee maker in our testing, and delivered a rich, bold and hot cup of coffee. It has settings to program the coffee to brew ahead of time and you can adjust the brew strength and the temperature of the warming plate. Also available in black.
Mr. Coffee doesn’t ask for the 15- to 30-minute boiler warmup like some big-name brands, instead taking just five to 10 minutes. This is ideal both for your morning coffee routine and your quick after-dinner latte or late-night hot chocolate. The machine also boasts a simple milk-steaming method that requires less work than our other picks: Prep your espresso, pour your milk into the milk reservoir, and you can press a button and walk away. Your latte or cappuccino will be ready in less than a minute. The foam quality is on the lower end, but you can customize how much of it you want.
"I have used this machine for about a week, and it is awesome! I had used an espresso machine frequently years ago, but got sick of the grinding, prepping, priming, etc., especially before work in the morning. So, I eventually gave up and bought a plain-ole coffee maker. Unfortunately, "regular" coffee, to me, tastes like hot water. I even tried a Kuerig, but returned it within a month - it was more convenient, but the coffees are no higher quality than any grocery-store brand coffee. So I debated for a long time about whether I should wait for one of these brand-new Nespresso Vertuoline machines, or just buy one of the older, espresso-only Nespresso machines.
Look beyond your local coffee shop for a pick-me-up at home with an espresso machine from Sur La Table. Perfect for the novice and experienced alike, our assortment of espresso makers includes something for everyone. We have manual, semiautomatic and automatic machines ready to make everything from a creamy cappuccino to a luscious latte, any time of the day or night. Better yet, we have options for every size kitchen. Create rich, delicious coffee drinks at home with espresso machines from Sur La Table.
On August 27, 1930, Inez H. Pierce of Chicago, Illinois filed patent for the first vacuum coffee maker that truly automated the vacuum brewing process, while eliminating the need for a stove top burner or liquid fuels. An electrically heated stove was incorporated into the design of the vacuum brewer. Water was heated in a recessed well, which reduced wait times and forced the hottest water into the reaction chamber. Once the process was complete, a thermostat using bi-metallic expansion principles shut off heat to the unit at the appropriate time. Pierce's invention was the first truly "automatic" vacuum coffee brewer, and was later incorporated in the Farberware Coffee Robot.
Why it's great: A true espresso drinker knows that when it comes to espresso, there are a few things that can't be overlooked when it comes to a quality cup: freshness and a good grinding method. The burr grinder is a known Barista-favorite, as it maximizes the surface area of the grinds resulting in optimal flavor. The BES870 even allows you to adjust the grind and portion size, so you can go from fine to course depending on your desired flavor.
CR’s take: If you need only one or two cups of coffee each morning and you don’t want a pod coffee maker, consider the Technivorm Moccamaster Cup-One Brewer. Compact and clean-lined, it has a profile that makes some sense of its high price (it retails for more than $200), and it’s a superstar when it comes to reliability. Technivorm was one of only three drip machine brands to earn an Excellent rating for predicted reliability in our member survey. Our testers also give this machine a strong score for brew performance. This model has only one simple feature (auto-shutoff) and it’s not the easiest machine to use, but you can count on it to last.


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Japanese leader proposes first-ever ’Robot Olympics’
2014 07 29
Nations of the world will be sending their most talented athletes to Tokyo in 2020 for the Olympic Games – but if Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe gets his way, they might also be pitting robots against each other.
Abe announced his vision while touring robotics factories in Tokyo and Saitama, which is located just north of the country’s capital. According to Japan’s Jiji Press (translated via Agence France-Presse), the prime minister said a Robot Olympics would be a great way to showcase advances in the field around the globe.
“In 2020, I would like to gather all of the world’s robots and aim to hold an Olympics where they compete in technical skills,” he said.
For Abe – who is trying to jumpstart Japan’s economy with various proposals – the robotics industry represents another potential venue through which the country could benefit. In addition to hosting an international robotics competition, Abe said he intends to create a task force that would outline ways in which Japan could triple the size of its robotics industry to 2.4 trillion yen (US$24 billion).
“We want to make robots a major pillar of our economic growth strategy,” he stated. "We would like to set up a council on making a robotic revolution a reality in order to aid Japan’s growth.”
Exactly how robots would compete during an Olympic-style event remains to be seen, since Abe didn’t go into much detail about his proposal. But as The Verge noted, it’s possible the competition could be similar to DARPA’s Robotics Challenge, which tasks robots with completing a series of eight jobs – like climbing a ladder or opening a valve – which would be helpful in the aftermath of a natural disaster.
The competition could also go in a completely different direction, but what’s becoming clear – and what Abe is betting on – is that machines will continue to become even more integrated into our daily lives. Back in March, a group of Swiss robotics laboratories announced that the country will host an international competition in 2016, known as the ’Cybathalon,’ for athletes who make use of prosthetics and other mechanical aids.
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Health District encourages breastfeeding
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January 27, 2015
LAS VEGAS – The Southern Nevada District Board of Health recently approved a resolution that welcomes and encourages breastfeeding as a benefit to both infants and their mothers. The health district supports the US Surgeon General’s call to support breastfeeding across the country: http://www.surgeongeneral.gov/library/calls/breastfeeding/executivesummary.pdf
Breastfeeding is recommended for infants for a minimum of six months so they can reap the benefits. Breast milk contains a balanced mix of vitamins, protein and fat and is more easily digested than formula, according to WebMD.
The Surgeon General encourages communities to support breastfeeding mothers by make breastfeeding easier, and therefore more commonplace. The health district provides lactation stations at its facilities for its staff and they are not open to the public, however, breastfeeding is permitted at any Southern Nevada Health District public health center.
Access information about the Southern Nevada Health District on its website: www.SNHD.info. Follow the Health District on Facebook: www.facebook.com/SouthernNevadaHealthDistrict, YouTube: www.youtube.com/SNHealthDistrict, Twitter: www.twitter.com/SNHDinfo, and Instagram: www.instagram.com/southernnevadahealthdistrict/. The Health District is available in Spanish on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TuSNHD. Additional information and data can be accessed through the Healthy Southern Nevada website: www.HealthySouthernNevada.org.


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Seeing an eye doctor for very early therapy or preventative eye treatment is the best way to decrease the danger of long-term eye damages and also vision loss. Your eye doctor will lead you with lots of decisions concerning safeguarding your vision or treating an eye condition. How do you discover the very best ophthalmologist that is right for you? Right here are some essential aspects to remember.
1. Obtain References
Beginning with a recommendation list from your eye doctor or primary care medical professional. You can likewise ask family members, buddies as well as other doctor for recommendations. Take the time to look into the medical professionals’ qualifications and experience on Healthgrades.com. Keep in mind there are many different ophthalmology subspecialties consisting of those that specialize in dealing with glaucoma, or diseases of the cornea or retina. As you narrow down your listing, call each eye doctor’s office and request a consult consultation to meet and speak with the medical professional.
2. Research the Eye doctor’s Qualifications
Board certification is one of one of the most essential aspects to take into consideration when you are selecting an eye doctor. It informs you that the doctor has the necessary training, skills as well as experience to provide the very best ocular care. Subspecialty fellowship training is specifically important. Likewise validate that the ophthalmologist has no background of negligence claims or corrective activities. You can locate the ophthalmologist’s clinical institution, training hospital, accreditations, and malpractice and corrective background on Healthgrades.com as well as state websites.
3. Think about the Ophthalmologist’s Experience
Experience issues when you’re encountering eye troubles or problems that could impact your vision. The even more experience an eye doctor has with a condition or treatment, the better your results are most likely to be. Ask how many people with your details condition the ophthalmologist has dealt with. If you need a specific treatment, ask the number of the procedures the medical professional has actually carried out and also find out about complication prices– difficulties the doctor has actually experienced in addition to your very own threat of complications.
4. Consider Gender
It is necessary to really feel comfortable with your ophthalmologist’s sex since you will certainly require to freely go over personal info. When it concerns eye diseases and also problems, your very own gender is additionally a vital consideration. Ophthalmologists are ending up being more proficient in looking after ladies as well as guys in a different way. Ask the eye doctor regarding his/her current training and also experience specifically pertaining to your condition as well as your sex.
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Healthcare providers can identify and also treat some people making use of telecommunications technology, consisting of two-way video, mobile phones, and also email; it’s called telehealth. Ask if the doctor supplies telehealth abilities. Telehealth doesn’t change hands-on in-person workplace brows through, however, for numerous people, it means fewer journeys to the medical professional’s workplace. Some problems can be handled by sending out signs and symptoms and also vital indications you accumulate in your home and having a “virtual see” with your supplier. Telehealth can additionally be used for regular follow-ups and also small complaints also, making it a hassle-free choice. Examine to see to it your health insurance will certainly pay for telehealth services.
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Select an ophthalmologist with whom you fit speaking as well as who supports your details requires. When you first fulfill the ophthalmologist, ask a concern as well as observe exactly how he or she responds. Does he or she welcome your inquiries as well as answer them in ways that you can recognize? During the very first go to did you really feel hurried or engaged? Locate an ophthalmologist who shows a rate of interest in learning more about you, who will consider your therapy choices, and also who will certainly respect your decision-making procedure.
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Churachandpur: Minister Rajen inaugurates new building of Singngat Govt High School, ZEO Office
The education minister assured to upgrade the Singnhat Govt. High School to the status of Higher Secondary.
Education Minister S Rajen Singh has inaugurated new building of Singngat Govt High School and ZEO Office, Churachandpur today.
Speaking as chief guest at the inaugural function held at Singngat Govt High School, Rajen said that, with the view to promote education sector particularly in the state, the state government has launched ‘School Fagathansi Mission’. Under this mission infrastructures and buildings of selected government schools in different parts of the state have been improved and upgraded up to some extend during the recent months.
Regular inspection visits to government schools and colleges is being conducted, he added.
Beautification of buildings and improvement of infrastructures is also necessary so that the students and guardians can be attracted. To control the staffs and impart quality education is the responsibility of the head of the institute while keeping the school building attractive and providing adequate infrastructure is the duty of the government. This should be understood by the concerned officials and staffs, he added.
He said that depending on the availability of fund for education department, the government has issued work orders for renovation and providing infrastructures to selected schools and colleges on priority basis. Teaching and non-teaching staffs of school and colleges will be recruited soon in order to meet the requirement of staff. Notice has been served to recruit arts and science graduate, hindi graduate, pre-primary teachers etc. The result of the recruitment will be announced within a short duration, he added.
Natonal Education Policy, NEP, has also been introduced to bring quality education in the country. A Task Force has also been constituted for the successful implementation of NEP in the state. A mega conference will also be organized to discuss the prospects of the National Education Policy with reference to the state of Manipur in this current month, he added.
Minister also assured to upgrade the Singhat Govt. High School to the status of Higher Secondary. Minister also appealed the public to cooperate with the initiatives of the government towards improving education system of the state.
Vungzagin Valte, minister, TA& Hills, Transport and GAD, Ginsuhau Zou, MLA Singhat A/C & chairman MANIREDA shared the dais as special guest, functional president and guest of honour respectively during the inaugural occasion at Singngat.
Later minister Rajen inaugurated the newly constructed office building of Zonal Education Officer, ZEO office Churachandpur.
During the occasion Vungzagin Valte, minister, TA& Hills, Transport and GAD, MLA Churachanpur A/C, V. Hangkhanlian, Ginsuhau Zou, MLA Singngat A/C and chairman MANIREDA, L Nandakumar, IAS, shared the dais. The ministerial team also visited Churachandpur College, Lamka College, Churachandpur Higher Secondary School.


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And his value is made all the clearer when they point out what it is that he gets away with because of Lisa and her origins, something which everyone is coming to accept in different ways. It's actually a fairly tender scene as Lisa and Luke talk things out and make it clear between them, until the action side shows up as Siegfried has his own machinations and intends to off them all so that his plans can move forward. And his plans are fairly grandiose and overt, at least in this kind of setting, since you see him toppling large parts of stoneworks in the city while bringing in some sizable help to deal with it all. While we've had snippets of various kinds of magic and creatures before, this is the kind of battle that really showcases that there's a larger world of it all out there.
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Everyone thought Play.com or Amazon would do it first.
Even The Hut Group talked about it last year. But it’s emerging online retailer Bee.com that has taken the bold step onto the High Street.
The website launched a shop in the Manchester Arndale Centre last weekend.
The new outlet is 3,000 sq ft in size and sells CDs, DVDs and video games, putting it in direct competition with HMV.
To celebrate the new store’s opening, the firm has been running a number of promotions including cut-price games, competitions, discounts for every customer and DVD giveaways.
The Bee.com shop is the first of 12 new stores that will be opened before the end of the year. The firm says it plans to open another 38 in 2012, bringing its overall tally to 50 in just 18 months.
Bee.com isn’t even a year old. It was launched by MBL Group last November and has already made a name for itself amongst bargain hunters. It is managed by former Play.com, Green Man Gaming and The Hut Group exec Gian Luzio.
We’re delighted to have opened our first shop and look forward to offering the customer a multi-channel retail experience,” said MBL’s retail director Dave Webb.
The current trading environment for entertainment retailers is very difficult but we have been delighted with the customer response and look forward to continuing our great promotions.”

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Without a proper album last year, Tamar Braxton stormed the Billboard Adult R&B Songs chart and nearly claimed her second number-one single with “Crazy Kind of Love.” The R&B superstar is destined to get closer to securing more hits when she releases not one but two new albums soon.
Braxton spilled the beans about follow-ups to 2017’s Bluebird of Happiness in a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight’s Brice Sander.
“I’ve said this before, this is my best work yet, but this is my best Tamar yet, so therefore this is my super best work yet,” she expressed. “This is me living in my truth, being this new Tamar, this newfound relationship with myself, and I’m really loving the music that’s coming out of me now.”
When asked if the new music would expound on those past, difficult life situations, particularly from last summer, Braxton said, “I do definitely speak about those dark times and definitely those times where I needed help and didn’t know how to cry out for it. And so it’s a lot of inspirational, magical songs that will really help people who don’t know who to turn to and needs to be healed and don’t know how to heal.”
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In 2018, Braxton dropped multiple shelved music videos from different album eras, including “The Making of You” (Bluebird of Happiness), “Love It” (Calling All Lovers), and “Pieces” (Love & War).
Back in 2020, the Recording Academy’s President/CEO Harvey Mason Jr. spoke with Rated R&B and revealed what it was like to work with Braxton on “Coming Home” from Calling All Lovers. Revisit it here.
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Mukerji's grandiose magnum opus Brahmastra: Part One - Shiva was finally released eight years after it was first announced.
Fans began speculating about who might play the anti-hero in the sequel, Brahmastra: Part Two - Dev, not long after the first installment of the series ended on a cliffhanger hinting at the appearance of the primary antagonist Dev.
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Ayan stated that the second installment will be filmed far sooner than one might anticipate given his track record, even though the first movie took him over ten years to complete.
In a recent interview with News18 , Ayan was asked about an update on Brahmastra: Part Two - Dev. He replied, “We’re at it. [It will take] a couple of years. And that’s one hundred per cent better than ten years. If we take another ten years, nobody will come to watch Brahmastra 2. We’re going to get it ready much before that.”
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Economic Mess: Over 4,000 Embroidery Units Closed in Faisalabad
The textile industry in Faisalabad is on the verge of collapse and over 200,000 workers have been left jobless after the closure of more than 4,000 units of embroidery sector, says a report by Samaa.
The reason is simple – the revenue generation-driven budget and the alarming inflation amid rupee devaluation.
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This news comes after an All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) representative earlier in the week said that around 140 units had already been shut and another 75 to 80 would soon close their operations.
Around 140 textile mills had already closed their operation because of high cost of doing business, inadequate supply of raw material, drastic increase in interest rate, and liquidity constraints due to the delay in refunds of sales tax, said APTMA Sindh-Balochistan Region Chairman Zahid Mazhar as he criticised the PTI government for raising the gas tariff.


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A rumored hit list at Vernon High School has caused a stir in the city.
No one from the Vernon Independent School District or Police Department could confirm or deny if that list exists.
However, in a statement released by police they said on Tuesday, September 12 they were alerted about a possible threat at Vernon High School.
They said on Thursday, September 14 they found that threat to be true.
While police did not release specifics, they did say a 16-year-old was arrested and charged with making a terroristic threat. Police said the teen has been released to a juvenile probation department.
The news has many parents concerned, and while a statement was released on the district's Facebook Page on Saturday addressing that rumored hit list, some parents feel the district should have notified them sooner.
However, Superintendent Jeff Byrd, with the Vernon ISD, said they followed protocol and handled the situation the way they should have.
"We took every step and precaution we should have taken, we acted in a quick and swift manner, we notified the authorities and as you can see today we did what we were supposed to do," said Superintendent Byrd.
Superintendent Byrd said based on the district's investigation into that possible threat made at Vernon high school last Monday, there was no need to issue a statement to parents.
"If we would have had evidence and factual information that there was going to be a situation, and we had the evidence to verify that, we would have addressed the public immediately," said Superintendent Byrd. "But that is not what we had."
He adds another reason the district did not alert parents when they first learned about the threat is because of the student code of confidentiality.
However, Superintendent Byrd said over the weekend the district received more calls from concerned parents.
"Although they were not directly related to the same situation that occurred Monday and Tuesday of this week, the district became aware of the attention through social media and the concern of the community and the parents," said Superintendent Byrd. "That's why the district felt the need this weekend to make a statement."
Some parents say any threat of potential harm to students needs to be taken seriously and they want to know about it.
"I mean it was just upsetting that we are kept out of the loop," said Katrina Sosebee, who has two children that attend Vernon High School. "I mean if something major was to happen here are we going to be kept out of the loop on that too."
Kenyana White's son and niece got to the high school too. She said she feels they should have been informed parents as soon as the threat was made.
Superintendent Byrd also has a student at the school.
"As a parent of a child that goes to Vernon high school I completely understand, and it makes my heart beat fast when I hear those things as well," said Superintendent Byrd. "But a district is always going to have information that we legally cannot share with the community."
When asked if he feels like his child is safe, he said yes.
"Absolutely without any reason of beyond doubt, a hundred percent feel like my child is safe," he said.
However, some mothers do not agree.
"I don't feel safe with my son going to school here, I honestly don't," said White. "It makes me feel uneasy because I can't be here to physically protect them. That's why I feel the school district should protect our kids."
Sosebee said with all the school shootings going on this should not be taken lightly.
"I mean it's my kids, I'm not going to make light of any situation that threatens my kid," said Sosebee.
Superintendent Byrd said he was on campus Monday along with DPS Troopers and Vernon PD to ease the minds of parents, students and staff.


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Praying in Jesus’ Name Upheld by Courts
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that it’s OK for pastors to pray “in Jesus’ name” at city council meetings. Chaplain Gordon James Klingenschmitt of PrayInJesusName.org says, “When the Supreme Court ruled this week allowing prayers “in Jesus’ name” before city council meetings, it had several ramifications: 1) Atheist complainers must think twice before filing frivolous lawsuits to silence Christians, or they risk paying our attorneys’ fees on top of their own when they lose; 2) The 2nd Circuit and 4th Circuit Courts must restore religious freedom of speech in states like North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, New York, Connecticut, and Vermont; 3) Persecuted pastors like Hashmel Turner in Virginia and pastors in Forsyth County North Carolina, not to mention County Commissioners like Robin Bartlett Frazier in Maryland are now free again to pray “in Jesus’ name” despite bad judges who said otherwise.”
Number of LGBT’s Not as High as Perceived
Pastor and Evangelist Greg Laurie reports, “There is a movement afoot in our country to redefine marriage and family. Media and modern culture are pushing for same-sex marriage. The normalization of homosexuality is also gaining momentum, illustrated by television programs such as Modern Family and The New Normal. With the emphasis on gay marriage and homosexuality in general, you would think a huge percentage of today’s population must be gay. Some advocates say it is as high as 25 percent. Many accept the premise that it is at least 10 percent. But an extensive survey, the largest of its kind, was recently completed by the Gallup polling agency. The survey, which interviewed 120,000 Americans, revealed that 3.4 percent of the U.S. population is gay. That includes gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Americans. Even though it represents a small percentage of the population.”
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Scientists Create First Living Organism Containing Artificial DNA
Researchers for the first time created microbes containing artificial DNA, expanding the universal genetic code that guides life. The advance one day could lead to new antibiotics, vaccines and other medical products not possible with today’s bioscience. In a report published Wednesday in Nature, the scientists said they created two additions to the normal genetic code, and then prompted bacteria to incorporate these pieces of man-made DNA with few ill effects. The experiment demonstrates the feasibility of life-forms based on a different DNA code, independent experts said. Eventually, scientists could use an expanded genetic code to design living cells that could make new medical compounds. Many scientists had assumed that a normal cell would ignore any imitation DNA.
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Edible Marijuana Causing Illness & Death
Two deaths connected with edible marijuana products have Colorado lawmakers scrambling to toughen regulations and experts warning of bizarre behavior as consumers eat powerful pot-infused foods. Experts say the amount of marijuana in edibles can vary widely, and in some cases, the levels are so high people report extreme paranoia and anxiety bordering on psychotic behavior. On Jan. 1, Colorado became the first state to legalize recreational use of marijuana — Washington state expects to begin legal retail sales this summer — and commercially made edible products have become a popular alternative to smoking pot. Edibles give users a different kind of high than the one they get from smoking marijuana, largely because the pot is absorbed through the stomach instead of the lungs. The effects are slower to arrive, generally last longer and can be more intense because people unwittingly eat more than they intend to.
House Votes to Establish Select Committee on Benghazi
The House of Representatives voted Thursday to establish a select committee on Benghazi, formally launching a comprehensive and contentious investigation aimed at answering lingering questions about what happened before, during and after the terror attack that killed four Americans at our embassy in Libya. The House voted 232-186 to approve the panel. The vote breakdown was 225 Republicans and 7 Democrats in favor, with 186 Democrats voting against the measure. The probe ensures that Benghazi will remain front and center during the midterm election season, something Democrats say is by design. They have slammed the select committee as a partisan, and unnecessary, exercise. But Republicans argue that individual congressional committee and other investigations have been insufficient in getting at the full truth, pointing in part to emails released last week that had been kept under wraps since 2012. One email from a White House adviser stressing the role of an anti-Islam web video adds fuel to the belief that a cover-up was instituted to keep blame from falling on President Obama and then Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Most People Paying Obamacare Premiums
Most people signing up for Obamacare are paying their premiums, insurers told a Congressional subcommittee Wednesday. Though it may take weeks or months for the final payment figures to be calculated, rates are running in the 80% to 90% range, several major insurers said. Some 8.1 million people selected insurance plans on the Obamacare exchanges during the first open enrollment period, which ended March 31. But these folks will not be fully enrolled until they pay their premiums. The Republican-led House Energy and Commerce Committee last week issued a report saying that only 67% of those signing up for Obamacare had paid their first month’s premium. But the insurers appearing before the subcommittee said the figures in the panel report were incomplete.
Report Finds Only 1 Layoff from Sequester Cuts
Despite doomsday warnings from the White House and lawmakers on both sides that hundreds of thousands would lose their jobs as a result of the so-called sequester, it turns out the budget cuts have only led to one job being lost among 23 federal agencies. The findings were revealed in a government watchdog report. Now Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., is demanding answers as to why the Obama administration repeatedly warned taxpayers that the $85.3 billion in spending cuts, which went into effect in March 2013, would threaten hundreds of thousands of jobs. The March report by the Government Accountability Office describes how 23 agencies and departments — which appear to span most of the federal government — complied with the cuts. Only one, the Department of Justice, decided to lay off a single employee in fiscal year 2013.
The U.S. Treasury Department booked a $114 billion surplus in April, the largest for that month since 2008, according to the latest estimates from the Congressional Budget Office released Wednesday. April typically brings an influx of receipts as Americans file their tax returns. For the first seven months of this fiscal year, which began on Oct. 1, the CBO estimates the country has racked up a $301 billion deficit, which is $187 billion lower than it was for the same period last year.
U.S. retailers posted a 6 percent comparable-stores sales gain in April, the biggest increase since September 2011, as better weather and the late Easter as well as aggressive promotions attracted shoppers. Combined March and April sales rose 4.8 percent from a year earlier.
Consumers increased their borrowing in March by the largest amount in more than a year, using their credit cards and taking out more auto and student loans. Consumer borrowing increased $17.5 billion in March, up from a gain of $13 billion in February, the Federal Reserve reported Wednesday. It was the biggest monthly increase since a $19.3 billion advance in February 2013. The category that includes auto and student loans rose $16.4 billion while the category that covers credit card borrowing increased $1.1 billion. The overall increase in consumer debt pushed total borrowing to a record $3.14 trillion.
The U.S. trade deficit narrowed in March as exports rebounded to the second highest level on record, led by strong gains in sales of aircraft, autos and farm goods. The Commerce Department says the deficit declined to $40.4 billion, down 3.6% from a revised February imbalance of $41.9 billion, which had been the biggest trade gap in five months. U.S. exports rose 2.1% to $193.9 billion with exports to Canada and South Korea hitting all-time highs. Imports also rose but by a slower 1.1% to $234.3 billion, reflecting increased shipments of cellphones, clothing and other consumer goods and increased demand for heavy machinery and other capital goods.
Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen, told Congress Wednesday that the recent housing slowdown “could prove more protracted” than expected. More than half of 40 top economists surveyed by USA TODAY May 2-6 are more pessimistic about the housing recovery than they were in December. Neither Yellen nor the surveyed economists expect a housing rebound that began in 2011 to reverse course. Rather, economists say the turnaround will likely be more gradual, crimping economic gains in 2014. Both home sales and housing starts have weakened in recent months.
There are two economic trends that Federal Reserve chair Janet Yellen told Congress this week she finds “very disturbing.” Unfortunately, the Fed has very little power to fix either of them: 1) About 3.5 million Americans have been out of a job for at least six months. This group accounts for 35% of all the unemployed; 2) “We have seen a trend toward rising inequality in income and also in wealth.”
Christians are under siege in the Middle East, and the Obama administration is not doing enough to stop religious persecution by its allies, according to a new report from a bipartisan federal commission. The report, from the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom, faulted usual suspects Iran, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, as well as North Korea. The number of Christians in the Middle East has plunged to just 10 percent of the overall population from more than 25 percent in 2011. “While the Obama administration should continue to shine a spotlight on abuses through public statements, it also should impose targeted sanctions to demonstrate that there are consequences, too,” Dwight Bashir, the commission’s deputy director of policy and research, told FoxNews.com. “As of February 2014, at least 40 Christians were either in prison, detained or awaiting trial because of their religious beliefs and activities,” noted the report.
The cable network HGTV has pulled reality series Flip It Forward allegedly because the hosts of the show, brothers David and Jason Benham, hold a biblical worldview on the issues of life and marriage. Apparently the decision came following an article by Right Wing Watch that detailed the family’s activist history in the pro-life movement. The twin brother’s father, Flip Benham, is director of Operation Save America. Faith Driven Consumer, the group which played a key role in Phil Robertson’s return to Duck Dynasty, has launched the #FlipThisDecision campaign calling on HGTV to reinstate “Flip it Forward.” “This is pure intolerance, discrimination, and bullying toward those who hold to widely held and legitimate views. HGTV’s rash actions hold no place in America’s rainbow of diversity. Whether people agree or disagree with the Beham’s faith-driven perspective is beside the point; the Benhams have a right to have those views and to be treated equally with those who hold to other viewpoints.”
A council of the self-proclaimed People’s Republic of Donetsk voted unanimously on Thursday to hold a referendum on secession from Ukraine on Sunday despite Russian President Vladimir Putin’s call for a postponement. Pro-Russian militia took a number of cities in East Ukraine in April, refusing to recognize Ukraine’s new interim government that came into power after pro-European demonstrations, held mainly in Kiev’s Maidan Square and toppled the regime of President Viktor Yanukovych in February. Ukraine has launched what it called a counter-terrorist operation against the separatists, and insists the referendum is illegal because it’s being foisted on the local population by an armed militia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first visit to Crime Friday since Russia annexed the region in March and hailed the incorporation of the disputed Ukrainian territory into the Russian Federation. Earlier, Putin joined thousands in Moscow’s Red Square Friday for a similar celebration that featured an unusually large display of military might. Meanwhile, major fighting erupted in the Ukrainian city of Mairupol as Ukrainian troops crackdown on pro-Russian separates. The clashes at the police headquarters and at the local interior ministry building in the port town left at least eight people dead.
A rebel-claimed bombing Thursday in the northern Syrian city of Aleppo leveled a once luxurious hotel near the ancient Citadel that government troops used as a military base, causing multiple casualties. Syrian state television said the explosion struck the Carlton Hotel in a government-held area on the edge of a contested neighborhood in the old part of Aleppo. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, which maintains a network of activists on the ground, said at least 14 soldiers were killed in the blast. The Islamic Front, Syria’s biggest rebel alliance which claimed the attack, claimed to have killed 50 soldiers.
Nigeria’s president vowed Thursday to find 276 schoolgirls abducted by Islamic terrorists and counter threats from militant group Boko Haram, as U.S. officials and agents arrived in Nigeria to assist in rescue efforts. The kidnapping of more than 300 schoolgirls on April 15 in the town of Chibok has sparked accusations that the Nigerian government is not doing enough to stop the militants. The U.S. State Department, under Hillary Clinton’s leadership, repeatedly resisted and blocked efforts to designate Boko Haram as a terrorist group. Those who pushed for the designation as early as 2011 are now saying the department missed a major opportunity to track and target the deadly organization as it grew. The State Department did label Boko Haram as a foreign terrorist organization in November 2013, under Secretary John Kerry, years after a string of high-profile terrorist attacks including the mall attack in Nairobi, Kenya on September, 2013.
For the third time in less than a decade a court in Thailand on Wednesday ordered the nation’s prime minister to step aside from office. Yingluck Shinawatra was told to leave office after a constitutional court in Bangkok found her guilty in an abuse of power case. A caretaker cabinet appointed Deputy Prime Minister Niwatthamrong Boonsongpaisan as Thailand’s acting prime minister, and the move brings uncertainty to elections planned for July 20. Yingluck had been charged with abusing her authority by transferring a senior civil servant, Thawil Pliensri, to another position in 2011. The judge in the case said that move allowed Yingluck to give her brother-in-law, Priewpan Damapong, the post of national police chief.
South Africans headed to the polls Wednesday in the country’s first general elections since the death of Nelson Mandela last year, and the first in which voters born after the fall of apartheid are old enough to take part. Many of these young voters say they won’t participate in the ballot because they “don’t believe in our government leaders and their empty promises,” said Asanda Mkhwane. Mkhwane is part of the “born-free” generation, those born on or after April 27, 1994, when the country overwhelmingly voted for Nelson Mandela as president. Only one-third of 18- and 19-year-old South Africans are registered to vote.
More than two dozen homes were evacuated in Fort Washington, Maryland, a community that borders Washington, D.C., Monday afternoon after what has been described as a “slope failure.” The failure happened during the weekend, collapsing part of Piscataway Drive. When conditions deteriorated Monday, causing a water main break and a sewer failure, officials decided to evacuate homes. At least five of the houses were “directly affected.” Significant rainfall last week may have caused the ground to shift, they said.
As firefighters continue to battle a persistent wind- and heat-fueled wildfire in Oklahoma, residents were allowed back into their homes, with some returning to only charred remains. The deadly wildfire began burning out of control on Sunday afternoon, torching parts of Guthrie and chasing more than 1,000 people from their houses. Wind gusts above 30 mph helped to fan the flames, and dry conditions in a state plagued by drought provided plenty of fuel. Early Tuesday morning, Guthrie Fire Chief Eric Harlow said the blaze is 90 percent contained, having burned 3,000 to 3,500 acres of land so far. At least 30 structures were destroyed by the fire, and 104 firefighters were treated for heat-related illnesses.
Officials also are assessing damage from numerous other wildfires in the state, including one in Pawnee County that claimed 1,500 acres and was threatening about 25 homes. Gov. Mary Fallin declared a state of emergency Monday for counties throughout Oklahoma and a burn ban for 36 counties mostly in western and south-central Oklahoma.
A large earthquake near the west coast of Mexico shook much of the country on Thursday afternoon, including Mexico City. It was measured at a 6.4-magnitude by the United States Geological Survey, with an epicenter 8 miles west-southwest of Tecpan de Galeana. Residents in Mexico City also reported feeling the quake, about 188 miles from the epicenter. There were no reports of injuries. Among the damage was the collapse of a 30-yard section of highway bridge that was already under repair from last fall’s flooding and a magnitude-7.2 quake in the same area in April. Flooding of the detour route from heavy rain Thursday left the federal highway between the resort cities of Acapulco and Zihuatanejo closed. Three homes collapsed in Zijuatanejo and 17 more were unstable after the temblor. Dozens of simple adobe homes collapsed near the epicenter, though no one was injured. Aguirre also reported mudslides on other major highways, including the one connecting Acapulco with Mexico City.
Mile for mile, there are almost as many earthquakes rattling Oklahoma as California this year. This major increase in seismic shaking led to a rare earthquake warning today (May 5) from the U.S. Geological Survey and the Oklahoma Geological Survey. In a joint statement, the agencies said the risk of a damaging earthquake — one larger than magnitude 5.0 — has significantly increased in central Oklahoma. Geologists don’t know when or where the state’s next big earthquake will strike, nor will they put a number on the increased risk. “We haven’t seen this before in Oklahoma, so we had some concerns about putting a specific number on the chances of it,” Robert Williams, a research geophysicist with the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program in Golden, Colorado, told Live Science. “But we know from other cases around the world that if you have an increasing number of small earthquakes, the chances of a larger one will go up.”
Severe storms rolled through the Plains Thursday, damaging homes, flooding roads and leaving at least two people injured. Seventy-three reports of severe weather were received by the Storm Prediction Center Thursday. A tornado warning was posted for the northeast side of Dallas at 3:34 p.m. CDT, but it was unclear whether an actual tornado had formed. In parts of Dallas, winds reached up to 70 mph Thursday afternoon, which tore holes in warehouse roofs and peeled away the front wall of a church. The storms were the second round of dangerous weather to pulse through the Metroplex Thursday. In the morning, rescue crews pulled five teenagers out of creek in Dallas. Heavy rain, as much as 5 inches in some areas, sent streams and creeks rising, and the teenagers were trapped.
In Minnesota, severe storms may have spawned several tornadoes Thursday evening, but no major damage or injuries were reported. Nicollet in south-central Minnesota received 2.2 inches of rain Thursday evening. Some street flooding was reported in Burnsville south of Minneapolis. Mena received 5.68 inches of rain in a four-hour period Thursday with a daily total of more than 7 inches. The weather service says the relentless downpour caused creeks and streams to overflow and flooding over roads. In South Dakota, the National Weather Service says golf ball-sized hail was reported near Sinai, while hail as big as baseballs fell near Urbandale.
Global warming is affecting where and how Americans live and work, and evidence is mounting that burning fossil fuels has made extreme weather such as heat waves and heavy precipitation much more likely in the USA, according to a massive federal report released Tuesday. While scientists continue to refine projections of the future climate, they maintain that ongoing measurements unequivocally show that the climate is changing and that the warming of the past 50 years is primarily due to human-induced emissions of heat-trapping gases such as carbon dioxide and methane. These emissions come mainly from the burning of coal, oil, and gas, the report states.
- It doesn’t matter what scientists measure or believe, end-time weather will continue to grow more extreme regardless of what we do or don’t do, eventually resulting in the 100-pound hailstones prophesied in Revelation.


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In addition, voices are voices that just rate hyperlink as a ridiculous burning of fuel.
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It can likewise be heard from hypermilers who utilize rather daring approaches: In order to enhance the aerodynamics of the vehicle, the outside mirrors are gotten rid of, dubious accessories are connected or joints and ventilation inlets.
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At the most recent at the last point, the fun of Artem Marathon from the Nuremberg car dealership Road Star. This is urgently not a good idea, alerts the vehicle mechanic and automotive clerk. The engine does not get a cooling air, it can get too hot, in the end there is a danger of a capital damage.
The fact that there is talk of kilometers, but of miles, it pertains to the truth that the fuel-saving sport, which was driven to the extremely top, has taken its starts in the United States. Of all things in the nation of the notorious Gas Guzzlers, the thirsty bubbling fuel sling, as they are seldom discovered, which are still really popular beyond the Atlantic and there in the form of thick pick-up trucks.
And what does it matter to believe of coupling to a traffic signal when rolling up? To start with, this does not work simply technically, since in the so-called thrust operation cap modern-day cars and trucks anyway the fuel supply. It also brings dangers, because the truck can not be moved quickly enough from an unexpected hazardous scenario.
This is especially powerful for so-called hyperlink. Active indicates something like extreme, Mining stands for the route to be returned. In plain language: It is about getting as far as possible with a tank filling.
By the method, the topic is not brand new. The hunts according to inexpensive consumption values utilized to be only other labels: As part of the so-called mobile savings journey, for instance, an Opel Astra Turbo diesel already brought it to an average usage of 3.1 l/100 km in 2000, which is not only Motorways, but also places and mountain flights and mountainous sections. And there have been penalty points for walking.
Traffic expert: Wolfgang Liberty from ADAC Nordbayern. ADAC.
Masters the art of saving: Eckhart Seifert is one of the most popular hypermilers. Seifert/asphalt. Art.art.
I discover it interesting how little fuel you can move an automobile with if you actually put it on it, says the hypermiler. With the Mazda Roadster MX-5, the fuel-saving specialist made it to 960 kilometers, with the minimum of 290 hp VW Golf GTI TCR to 1036 kilometers. The huge Škoda Superb Comb 2.0 TDI Eve holds the record, 2056 kilometers were lastly on the clock, with an average consumption of 3.37 l/100 km. And much more would have been possible, because at the end of the predefined route to remain to rest, there is no hazardous 200 kilometers of remaining range. However after a 24-hour drive we simply didn't make it any longer, recalls Seifert.
In his videos, Eckhart Seifert constantly calls attention to care, for his part he connects excellent importance to never leave the methods of factor on his fuel parrots. Driving in the wake of a truck, for example, happens, if available, activated, activated distance of the distance and with attention, and there is always a reserve canister, if the fuel supply actually threatens to run out, it goes down from the highway, specifically when the fuel noise is On the left is where you are especially exposed to the passing traffic when filling up.
Lie berth does not believe it is a great idea to fill the tank in summer heat to the stop: The fuel extends, and although there is a payment container, there might be a crowd of fuel or to escape steaming.
When the federal government went from the fuel rate brake in September, the worst was expected. In his videos, Eckhart Seifert constantly calls attention to caution, for his part he attaches excellent importance to never leave the methods of factor on his fuel parrots. Driving in the wake of a truck, for example, happens, if offered, triggered, activated range of the range and with attention, and there is always a reserve canister, if the fuel supply really threatens to run out, it goes down from the highway, particularly when the fuel noise is On the left is where you are particularly exposed to the passing traffic when filling up.
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When the federal government went from the fuel price brake in September, the worst was anticipated. Fuel still remains a valuable possession.
Prior to the start of the journey, the tank is filled with the tire and the brim atmospheric pressure is substantially increased, which minimizes the rolling resistance. A detachable antenna boils down from the roof, the aerodynamics due to, electrical convenience customers such as air conditioning, radio or ambient lighting remain off. It goes onto the highway and there in the slipstream of a truck, which you follow with mindful 80 to 90 km/h. The group is driven in the team of 2 so that they can alternate at the wheel. SPAR professionals put stops as a couple of as possible, because every stop ruins energy because I have to accelerate once again afterwards, as Seifert discusses.
There are enough other cost savings suggestions that bring something with which you move on the safe side, states Wolfgang Liberty. Such advice also has Spar professional Eckhart Seifert, you can read here.
At least when you drive too securely: You can't look through the truck, and you can't see what occurs in front of him, says Liberty. Even the deactivation of the air conditioning is important of the ADAC expert: It likewise assists to drive concentrated, change off at the cost of traffic safety.
In the United States, the ranges are long, and the speed limits are low, explains Eckhart Seifert that these are optimum requirements for hyperlink. The best conditions, says Seifert, uses a limousine with the biggest possible wheels and closed rim design, a diesel as a drive and, of course, a large tank.
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|Title:||Finance function : leveraging a source of competitive advantage for selected South African companies in KwaZulu-Natal||Authors:||Shewell, Patricia Maureen||Issue Date:||2011||Abstract:||As a result of current business trends, South African companies are being forced to examine changes in the finance function. The purpose of this research is to establish and examine the paradigm shift in the finance functions of selected South African companies in KwaZulu-Natal, and to develop a measuring tool to determine the degree to which these functions are evolving to be more in line with a value adding paradigm. A mixed methods approach was used in this study, with qualitative analysis supported by some quantitative analysis. A case study approach was adopted, and non-probability sampling using the purposive method was applied to select eleven respondents. The data was gathered by means of both a questionnaire and follow up interviews. The data has been analysed using a combination of both descriptive and inferential statistics, and qualitative analysis. It was found that the majority of respondents were not measuring the cost of, nor were they focused on reducing the resources allocated to the finance function. In addition, the major portion of finance function resources remain focused on the accounting processing roles of the finance function. However, an increasing emphasis on the decision support and strategy formulation roles was discovered. A measuring tool was developed and applied to the finance functions of respondents. This brought the researcher to the conclusion that the finance functions of respondents could not be confirmed as value adding business units. It was recommended that finance function resources be mapped according to the various roles identified. The measuring tool could then be applied to reveal potential areas of change that would result in the finance function transforming into a value adding business unit. Future research into an appropriate finance function performance measurement system, and the impact on the training of accountants of the changing finance function paradigm, was identified.||Description:||Submitted in fulfillment of the requirements of Master of Technology: Cost and Management Accounting, Durban University of Technology, 2011.||URI:||http://hdl.handle.net/10321/690|
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You may not need the highest quality solar panels from the top brands to meet your solar system needs. So, consider alternative, affordable solar panels to high-performing ones when considering a solar system installation. Inexpensive solar panels can fit within your performance specifications and still have a lifespan of just as long.
The average cost of installing solar panels in Nevada ranges between $11,050 to $14,950. However, depending on the model and type, you could pay a difference of between up to $35,000 for solar panels.
In this article, you will learn how to identify cheap but reliable brands of solar panels that can help you save without compromising on your needs.
Gather and Compare Several Solar Panel Installation Quotes
Pursuing different installation quotes and selecting the best value quote will help you find reliable and cheap solar panels. Taking the lowest quote is not necessarily what you need to do, but comparing quotes to see which provides the better value is the goal of gathering and comparing quotes.
When the solar panel installation company gives you a quote, here are some things it should include:
- The size and type of system being offered and the estimated output
- An itemized list of equipment
- A breakdown of the cost of each component with associated installation labor costs
- Any warranties and guarantees that are provided with the equipment or installation
- Financing options
- Tax credits and incentives
Finally, the solar installer should provide an estimated return on investment (ROI) with the quote. The installer should inform you how long the system will expect to pay for itself and the estimated ROI when it produces its own electricity.
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Verifying the installer’s reputation and capabilities is an essential step to finding reliable and cheap solar panels because they won’t only be installing the solar system, but they will be assessing and designing the system according to the power needs within your home.
For example, if you live in a two-bedroom house, you don’t need a system designed to power a five-bedroom home. Instead, a reputable solar installer would design a system that is adequate for your power needs while installing your system with reliable equipment and solar panels.
Finding customer reviews online of the solar installer will give insight into how satisfied customers were before, during, and after the installation. Next, check their website to see what equipment and solar panel manufacturers they are dealers for. Then check out product review websites to learn more about the products.
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For example, if you learn that an installer is a Solar4America solar panel dealer, you can go to product review websites to learn more about their products. You can study the specifications of the product and gather opinions from experts and customers to determine if products from the manufacturer are reliable and cost-effective.
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Here’s an interesting document from the Ministry of Environment & Forests (MoEF) which provides details on the Protected Area (PA) network of the country. While the figure of 668 PAs appears to be a large number, in reality these are small areas (just 4.9% of total geographic area) scattered across India’s landscape under severe pressure. Obviously, there needs to be a sufficiently large administrative infrastructure to protect and manage PAs. While the document has no details on this, here’s a … Read More
The Protected Area Update is a newsletter on wildlife and protected areas (wildlife sanctuaries and national parks) that is published every two months by Kalpavriksh.
It is in its 15th year of publication and fulfils a vital need of news and information related to PAs from across South Asia, particular India. The newsletter is published six times a year and mailed to nearly 1800 people. Additionally, it goes out as an electronic version to about 1500 individuals and is also … Read More


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The Al Areen Wildlife Sanctuary is a great tourist attraction in Bahrain which houses many Arabian and Asiatic animals that are well-protected and can be observed by the general public. Many of the animals found in the sanctuary are endangered or otherwise threatened in the wild. In fact, one particular animal is already extinct in the wild. The wildlife sanctuary is situated in Sakhir, a desert expanse which is currently seeing a lot of development for attractions. Interestingly, it is quite amusing to see a wildlife reserve in the midst of a desert. Even more amazing is that the sanctuary serves much like an oasis where animals are kept safe and are provided with a good habitat.
The eight square kilometer sanctuary was established in 1976 with goals that revolve around scientific research, education, tourism, [Read more…]


Madison – Community leaders are stepping forward in support of the regional transportation plan outlined earlier this week by Dane County Executive Kathleen Falk and Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz. The plan is a comprehensive vision for the region’s roads, commuter rail, Metro Transit bus, bicycle, and paratransit systems.
“Our region’s future growth demands transportation choices. We cannot all expect to drive the same roads at the same time and provide no alternatives,” said Dick Wagner, member of the Transport 2020 Implementation Task Force and former Chair of the Dane County Board of Supervisors. “With foresight, we have preserved our rail corridors in the region for our future transportation needs. Those future needs now face us, and it is time to begin to have rail transit as part of our choice as we grow.”
“We have 41,000 students and 16,000 employees, so establishing a comprehensive transportation plan is essential to easing traffic congestion and moving people to and from campus more efficiently,” said UW-Madison Chancellor John D. Wiley. “A clear vision on transportation issues will strengthen the campus’ connection to the city and the broader Dane County community.”
“Making transportation a regional initiative reflects the Greater Madison Convention & Visitors Bureau’s approach to promoting the destination. Therefore, we applaud this move toward a regional, collaborative solution to transportation; an asset that we’ve identified as critical to our community’s success,” said Deb Archer, President & CEO of the Greater Madison Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The proposal would create a countywide Regional Transit Authority (RTA) to fund and govern the improvements. Creation of the RTA is subject to approval of authorizing legislation from the state, and approval by voters in a countywide referendum. The RTA would fund the transportation improvements with a half-cent sales tax.
“Bikes, trains, buses, and cars – with the RTA, all modes of transportation will get their fair share,” said Jay Ferm, Advocacy Coordinator of Planet Bike and Co-Chair of the Madison Platinum Bike Planning Committee. “Shifting funding for transit from the property tax to a sales tax will help ease the property tax squeeze being felt by Madison and Dane County homeowners. How often do we get a chance to clean up the environment and lower property taxes at the same time? This makes sense at many levels. The ½ cent sales tax is a great investment in our post-oil future.”
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“DMI believes that commuter rail services are essential to support the future growth of the Madison metropolitan area, and to encourage Dane County residents to visit, work, and live in downtown Madison,” said Downtown Madison, Inc. President Susan Schmitz. “We recognize that transportation issues are a regional problem and require a regional solution.”
“This agreement will lay the groundwork for an expansion of Madison Metro Transit bus service both within the city and to surrounding communities,” said Gene Gowey, Business Representative of Teamsters Local 695. “Funding and planning for transit regionally will lead to good-paying jobs, solid workforce transportation, and a strong economy.”
The RTA would address the transportation challenges of the region by providing funding for the following improvements:
- 25% of the revenue would be for road maintenance for towns, villages, and cities throughout Dane County;
- 25% to support bus service for Madison and surrounding communities
- 33% to support a commuter rail system
- 16% for rail and bus enhancements, county-wide paratransit, and bicycle transit
“Transit users will, at long last, have the stable base of funding they need for continued quality service,” said Steve Hiniker, Executive Director of 1000 Friends of Wisconsin. “By funding a balanced system of buses, bike routes, road maintenance, and rail options, the RTA will help the Madison area grapple with growing transportation demand.”
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NASPI's Data & Network Management Task Team is organizing a technical workshop to address issues and inconsistencies in the configuration of Phasor Data Concentrators. The workshop will precede the NASPI Work Group meeting on March 11 and 12, 2014.
This workshop will bring together a core group of PDC vendors and users (both PDC clients and phasor data applications developers) to start discussions to achieve the following outcomes:
- Develop standard terminology or nomenclature for PDC configuration options
- Normalize PDC configuration options
- Improve clarity and ease of use in PDC configuration, particularly for bulk parameter changes
- Develop a standard for configuration of PDC meta-data exchanged among PDCs.
The workshop will focus on the optimal configuration for PDCs to match application requirements, particularly with respect to applications for system protection, wide area situational awareness and synchrophasor data archiving. The workshop will particularly review:
- Terminology differences among vendors
- Configuration user interface ease of use
- PDC signal modification capabilities
- PDC reporting capabilities
- PDC meta-data storage techniques
- PDC API
- Real world configuration examples
- Control Center.


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8 July 2021, Kathmandu
A wide-body airbus A 330 of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) is flying to Beijing today evening to fetch COVID-19 vaccines Vero Cell.
The Nepal government is bringing Vero Cell under government-to-government program from China.
“A NAC airbus will fly to China to bring COVID-19 vaccines today evening. It will bring the vaccines by tomorrow,” said Dr Krishna Prasad Paudel, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Health and Population.
The NAC will conduct a total of three flights until July 23 to bring COVID-19 vaccines, according to the Ministry.
Similarly, the NAC will conduct the next flight on July 15 and return the following the day. Likewise, it will conduct another flight on July 22 and return on 23.
However, Dr. Paudel did not anything regarding how many doses of vaccines will arrive.
The government is procuring COVID-19 vaccines from Sinopharm Company. The vaccines will be administered to the citizens less than 60 years of age, said Paudel on priority basis.
A total of 4,248,000 doses of vaccines have arrived in Nepal so far.
Two doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered to 851,300 people and the number of those receiving a single doze has reached 2,611,807 in Nepal so far.


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FREE CPCE Trivia Question and Answers
What organizations should a counselor focus on professionally when a crisis occurs?
Please check that best describes "using motivation from within":
The motivation that originates from one's own thoughts and desires is known as intrinsic motivation.
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After a natural disaster, children and the elderly need to be given extra care.
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From Publishers Weekly
In this witty and comprehensive treatise we follow Kleiman, lecturer in public policy at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government, as he makes his way through ancient opium dens, Colombian coca fields, liquor stores, house parties and DEA offices. An urbane, informed observer, the author takes note of drug-trade economics, inconsistencies of government eradication efforts and frailties of human psychology and physiology in a surprisingly entertaining yet lucid analysis of drug addiction and its consequences for individuals and society. Kleiman makes a case for a middle road between prohibition and permissiveness, i.e., for taxes, regulations and personal-use licenses that might avoid the pitfalls of criminalization. He has many interesting suggestions: the deterrent value of a $1 tax on drinks and fining juveniles for smoking. And we hear from experts like Sholom Aleichem, who quips, "An innkeeper loves a drunkard, but not for a son-in-law."
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