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EOI for partial divestment for FEA
April 20, 2015 7:01 pm
The Ministry of Public Enterprise is calling for Expressions of Interest from potential investors to participate in the partial divestment of government’s ownership in Fiji Electricity Authority.
The government’s objective is to secure long term partnership in FEA to ensure that the optimum value of FEA’s partial divestment is realized.
It also aims to meet the long term goal of energy sector development and enhanced private sector participation particularly in the renewable energy.
The objective of the partnership is also to align the Fijian energy sector to international best practices and ensure best and affordable supply of electricity.
The investors will be selected based on financial capacity and proven track record and must have some experience in power generation and transmission.


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In 2000, economist Steven Levitt and sociologist Sudhir Venkatesh published an article in the Quarterly Journal of Economics about the internal wage structure of a Chicago drug gang. This piece would later serve as a basis for a chapter in Levitt’s (and Dubner’s) best seller Freakonomics.  The title of the chapter, “Why drug dealers still live with their moms”, was based on the finding that the income distribution within gangs was extremely skewed in favor of those at the top, while the rank-and-file street sellers earned even less than employees in legitimate low-skilled activities, let’s say at McDonald’s. They calculated 3.30 dollars as the hourly rate, that is, well below a living wage (that’s why they still live with their moms).
If you take into account the risk of being shot by rival gangs, ending up in jail or being beaten up by your own hierarchy, you might wonder why anybody would work for such a low wage and at such dreadful working conditions instead of seeking employment at Mc Donalds. Yet, gangs have no real difficulty in recruiting new members. The reason for this is that the prospect of future wealth, rather than current income and working conditions, is the main driver for people to stay in the business: low-level drug sellers forego current income for (uncertain) future wealth. Rank-and file members are ready to face this risk to try to make it to the top, where life is good and money is flowing. It is very unlikely that they will make it (their mortality rate is insanely high, by the way) but they’re ready to “get rich or die trying”.
With a constant supply of new low-level drug sellers entering the market and ready to be exploited, drug lords can become increasingly rich without needing to distribute their wealth towards the bottom. You have an expanding mass of rank-and-file “outsiders” ready to forego income for future wealth, and a small core of “insiders” securing incomes largely at the expense of the mass. We can call it a winner-take-all market.
Why do we bother with argument? We bother with argument because it matters to us that we believe responsibly, and it bothers us when we find that we have made a mistake or have been duped. The fact that others disagree with the things we believe occasions in us the concern that, in forming our beliefs, we have overlooked or misjudged some important piece of evidence or some compelling kind of reason. In cases where the beliefs in question are important, we often call upon those who reject what we believe to provide their own reasons, and we subsequently attempt to weigh their reasons against our own. Even though some arguments over Big Questions seem to go on and on, we engage in the activity of arguing for the sake of caring for our beliefs.
Robert B. Talisse/Scott F. Aikin: Why We Argue (And How We Should): A Guide to Political Disagreement
I wonder though what kind of responsibility the authors have in mind - moral or epistemic… or maybe both?

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AMD Athlon II X4 620 OC Questions Tags: AMD Overclocking Last response: January 19, 2012 9:18 AM in Overclocking Share DavidHC January 17, 2012 5:00:02 AM Hello! First of all, I want to say "HI" to the community! I'm new here and also I'm a rookie in OC. I hope to find some answers and to get some good advices from you. My PC is equipped with: MB: ASRock A780 FullHD (video onboard) CPU: AMD Athlon II X4 620 RAM: Samsung M3 78T5663QZ3-CF7 2GB DDR2 800 I'm trying to overclock my PC and here is what I've done so far: FSB: 240 Multiplier is blocked at 13x DRAM: 6-6-6-18 HT: 1920MHz NB: 2400MHz No voltage adjustments are made. So far, my CPU is at 3120.1 MHz (I'm satisfied) and RAM at 800MHz. But the FSB RAM ratio is at 3:5. What I have to adjust to bring the ration to 1:1? And how can I keep the overclocking safe?! Thank you in advice! PS. Sorry for my bad english. More about : amd athlon 620 questions x86overclock January 17, 2012 7:04:06 PM Not sure exactly what you are asking and if you can post a pic of your bios settings that would be helpful! DavidHC January 18, 2012 8:10:19 AM Thank you for your message. I'm trying to go on 1:1 report of FSB RAM and keep my overclocking safe. I will try to take a picture with my settings. Related resources OC'ing Amd Athlon II x4 620 - Forum Nvidia GTX 750 ti & AMD Athlon II X4 620 Bottleneck question - Forum Safe OC on Athlon II X4 620? - Forum Athlon II X4 620 OC advice - Forum AMD athlon II X4 620 processor and GeForce GTX 650, are they compatible? - Forum Can't find your answer ? Ask ! Get the answer Anonymous a b K Overclocking January 18, 2012 4:53:50 PM hello, have you runa prime on that,i got a core fail on mine @3250,just running a prime now to see if 2990 is stable DavidHC January 19, 2012 9:18:32 AM Hello, Yes, I've ran prime, with no errors. In fact, I'm pretty satisfied with my actual settings, except the FSB : DRAM report. It's 3:5 and I want him at 1:1. Can't find your answer ? Ask ! Publish Related resources SolvedSafe overclocking amd athlon II x4 620 ? Forum SolvedAMD Athlon II X4 620 Forum SolvedWhich one is better AMD Athlon II X4 620 Quad-Core Processor or intel core 2 dou Forum SolvedAMD Phenom II X2 545 Callisto or Athlon II X4 620 Propus Forum SolvedGood motherboard for AMD Athlon II X4 620 Propus Forum SolvedAMD Athlon II X4 620 Quad-Core for UNDER 100 BUCKS Forum Athlon II X4 620 OC advice? Forum Athlon II X4 620 OC help! Forum Athlon II X4 620 OC help Forum Athlon II X4 620 OC help? Forum How to overclock AMD Athlon II X4 620, with Nvidia chipset nForce720a(violet)???? Forum How to overclock AMD Athlon II X4 620, with Nvidia chipset nForce720a(violet)???? Forum AMD Athlon II X4 620 with a GTX 780? Forum [WTS] AMD Athlon II X4 620 Propus 2.6 GHz Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core CPU (ADX620WFGIBOX) $49 Shipped to US Forum Does nvidia 8400gs works in amd athlon ii x4 620 pro 2 60 ghz Forum More resources Read discussions in other Overclocking categories CPUs Motherboards Memory Chipsets Heatsinks Water Cooling Intel AMD !


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With 2014 and many corporations’ annual meetings just around the corner, more and more publicly-traded companies find themselves girding for costly proxy fights over corporate governance issues. The small cadre of firms that provide proxy advisory services increasingly hamper management’s ability to prevent proxy battles, and to win those it can’t forestall. Entities like Glass Lewis & Co. and Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) provide advice to their institutional money manager and investment adviser clients that increase the percentage of shareholders voting against management’s recommendations.
But it is not at all clear that this proxy voting trend serves shareholder interests. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been studying these firms (which together control some 97% of the proxy services market )and their grip over proxies. As Edward Knight, General Counsel of NASDAQ OMX (the public company that owns NASDAQ) points out: “[T]here is evidence that the Firms not only increase the costs of being a public company, but also create disincentives for companies to become public in the first place.” Perhaps, as an October petition filed with SEC by NASDAQ OMX urges, it’s time the SEC stopped studying and started acting to make the methodology behind such influential proxy voting advice more transparent.
A Creature of Regulation. The current problem began when, in an effort to curtail potential conflicts of interest, SEC imposed a new rule in 2003—the “Proxy Voting by Investment Advisers” rule—that required entities such as institutional investors and investment advisers to disclose “the policies and procedures that [they use] to determine how to vote proxies.” To satisfy this new requirement, investment advisers began turning to third-party firms that offer advice on proxy voting. When a 2004 SEC no-action letter clarified that relying on such firms creates a veritable safe harbor, the reliance on these firms grew and their impact blossomed.
Thanks to a second 2004 no-action letter, SEC has also instructed proxy advisory firms that they can provide advice to public companies on corporate governance issues—including how to win proxy votes—at the same time that they make proxy voting recommendations to investment advisers. As James Glassman and J.W. Verret wrote in a Mercatus Center analysis last April, “Instead of eliminating conflicts of interest, the rule simply shifted their source. Instead of encouraging funds to assume more responsibility for their proxy votes, the rule pushes them to assume less.” Such concerns, voiced both by public companies and SEC Commissioners, led SEC to publish a “Concept Release on the U.S. Proxy System” that elicited over 300 comments.
Opaque and Conflicted. Many of those comments, as well as Mercatus’s analysis and NASDAQ OMX’s petition, criticize the advisory firms for using “one-size-fits-all” formulae and ratings to determine whether investors should approve a public company’s governance proposals. Because ISS and Glass Lewis keep the models and methods they use to reach their recommendations secret, companies can neither effectively evaluate how investors might vote nor challenge an advisory firm’s conclusion if they believe it to be flawed.
Proxy advisory firms are vulnerable to at least two kinds of conflicts of interest. The first, where Glassman and Verret train their focus, relates to the ideological agendas of clients. Those agendas, which can include demands that businesses cast aside their First Amendment rights or radically alter their environmental policies, can be directly at odds with shareholders’ primary interest in growing share value. And yet the proxy advisers often follow the lead of their clients and advance those ideological agendas.
The second conflict arises out of the advisory firms’ work for both sides of proxy battles. The NASDAQ OMX petition summarizes this conflict well: “At the same time it [ISS or Glass Lewis] evaluates companies against its own non-transparent corporate governance guidelines, it profits as a consultant to help these same companies obtain higher governance ratings and/or provide to institutional investor clients voting recommendations regarding these companies’ shareholder proposals.”
A Troubling Anecdote. A July 19, 2013 comment on the SEC’s 2010 Concept Release effectively illustrates these transparency and conflict concerns. In the comments, the general counsel of Axcelis Technologies related that company’s attempt to earn ISS’s recommendation on an Equity Incentive Plan for Axcelis employees. Even though Axcelis set the percentage for the cap on plan grants at a level that had met ISS’s previous standard, ISS recommended against approval of the proxy containing the plan just nine days before the company’s annual meeting. A frantic back-and-forth between Axcelis and ISS ensued. Axcelis believed that ISS’s reasoning and conclusions regarding Axcelis’s cap were deeply flawed. But because ISS refused to share its methodology, Axcelis was forced to offer a lower cap on its proxy statement just three days before its annual meeting, an outcome that reduced the shares employees could receive.
One week after the meeting, the Axcelis general counsel received a call from an ISS representative. In a voicemail, the representative referenced the Equity Incentive Plan cap debacle, and suggested that “going forward . . .you do have the ability to work with us prior to filing a proxy” to determine what ISS might recommend to its investor clients.
The Accidental Regulator? So it is that federal regulation has caused two relatively small proxy advisory firms to be de facto appointed as corporate governance regulators. Advisory firm representatives proclaimed at a recent SEC roundtable on the proxy process that their work is sufficiently transparent and enough safeguards are in place to prevent conflicts of interest. Those representations did not reassure some companies at the roundtable, who understand that these private firms answer only to their clients. SEC will be taking comments related to what was discussed at the roundtable until January 10.
Count us equally skeptical. If the proxy advisory firms are going to act like regulators, then the same transparency and accountability we demand of actual regulators is needed. NASDAQ OMX’s petition, which has already garnered support from numerous public companies, deserves serious consideration. At a minimum, SEC should revisit the 2004 no-action letter that allows firms like ISS to contact companies like Axcelis with an implicit offer—hire us to help you prevent problems that we can cause—they can’t refuse. Otherwise a rule that was meant to buttress fiduciary duty will continue undermining it instead.

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BigMove – a European alliance of 13 medium-sized logistics companies – is introducing digital driving licenses for its network of 1,000 drivers.
The roll-out should be finalised by the end of the year, by which time all BigMove drivers will have been issued with driver cards that feature a personal QR code.
The code can be scanned by any smartphone or tablet and stores the work and safety-related data for the driver concerned, including licenses for the driving and operation of vehicles and machinery, as well as proof of training and qualifications.
The driver card functions as a digital driver’s license in accordance with the German occupational health and safety legislation (Betriebssicherheitsverordnung), said BigMove.
Olaf Beckedorf, ceo of BigMove, added: “We believe that the launch of the new digital driver’s license will boost transparency, especially in terms of the safety of heavy goods consignments. The card, which will be carried by all our drivers, makes all key information accessible right away.”
According to BigMove, this is particularly relevant for occupational health and safety inspections at the point of loading/unloading, as well as for police traffic stops, where authorities increasingly accept digital documentation.


Hydrodynamics is the dynamics of liquids, i.e. of low compressible fluids. It is part of rheology, a general science of fluids. For a while this entry will have a redirect fluid dynamics.
L. D. Landau, E. M. Lifschitz, Fluid mechanics (Russian original is Hydrodynamics), vol. 6 of the Course of Theoretical Physics, Pergamon Press
Vladimir I. Arnold, Boris A. Khesin, Topological methods in hydrodynamics Applied Mathematical Sciences 125, Springer
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Cheap flights from Columbus to Tampa
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Infocus is proud to have a team that advocates for a way to help the community and raises funds for the many amazing organisations that do great work.
In 2018, Infocus is proud to support Starlight Children’s Foundation, following a staff survey across the business. Close to two-thirds of our staff currently donate a portion of their wage to the annual cause. So far this year we have donated $8,340.50 which will go towards helping the families of 213 seriously ill children. We look forward to raising even more money for this worthy cause!
In 2016, Infocus advisers, staff and alliance partners raised over $8,500 for beyondblue, which Infocus matched, making a donation of just over $17,000 towards the mental health initiatives of beyondblue.


The Colorado ownership tax charged is found on the vehicle registration receipt under the section labeled “OWN.
What is ownership taxes in Colorado on a vehicle?
Ownership tax is calculated using the taxable value of the vehicle for the registration period. Taxable value is calculated with a percentage of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price. The percentage used on passenger vehicles is 85% and on cargo type vehicles 75%.
What are ownership taxes?
Ownership tax is a personal property tax based on the original taxable value (sticker price) of your vehicle. It is distributed to the various taxing entities in accordance with established mill levies.
Does Colorado have a vehicle property tax?
Colorado imposes an annual ownership tax on most types of motor vehicles. The tax is based on 85% of a vehicle’s suggested retail price, excluding federal excise taxes, transportation or shipping costs, and preparation and delivery costs.
What Colorado vehicle registration fees are tax deductible?
The part of your Colorado vehicle registration fee that is deductible on your federal return is the ownership tax. The specific ownership taxes you paid for a registration should be on the back of your registration receipt.
How do I transfer my car registration to Colorado?
Before you can register your car, you must either title your car in Colorado or transfer the car title from your original state to Colorado. Visit your local DMV to title or transfer your car title. You will need to bring a state-issued ID and vehicle ownership documents to fill out the corresponding application.
How much will registration and plates cost in Colorado?
How Much Does It Cost to Renew Your License Plate Registration in Colorado? Registration fees include a license fee and an ownership tax. License Fees are based on the weight of the vehicle. This fee usually runs about $75.00 for passenger vehicles, or $90.00 for light truck vehicles.
What is the difference between specific ownership tax and prior specific ownership tax?
Specific Ownership Tax is always collected for 12 months based on the month following the month of application (registration) through the current month the following year. Prior Specific Ownership Tax is collected when: Month of purchase and month of application (registration) are not the same.
What is prior ownership tax?
Prior Ownership Tax: Ownership Tax is equivalent to personal property tax. Prior ownership taxes are calculated from the month following the month of purchase through the month of the application for registration.
How much is a vehicle registration fee?
Registration fee chart for passenger vehicles
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Why is Colorado registration so expensive?
“Bridge safety. Road safety. … Those two fees were added by the state legislature in 2009 to fund road and bridge repair, and since then, vehicle registration fees have provided $1.3 billion in road and bridge funding.
What do I need to get my car registered in Colorado?
In general, you may need:
- Secure and Verifiable Identification.
- Proof of Colorado Auto Insurance on vehicle to be registered.
- Vehicle Title or “Title Complete Card” for a new registration.
- Proof of Emissions, if applicable.
- VIN Verification, if applicable.
- Form of Payment: Credit Card, Debit Card, Cash, Check or Money Order.
Can you write off car registration in Colorado?
In Colorado, vehicle registration fees and taxes support improvement and maintenance expenses for roads and transportation infrastructure throughout the state. Colorado vehicle registration costs include sales tax, ownership tax and license fees. … Ownership and sales taxes are not deductible on Colorado tax returns.
What deductions can I claim for 2020?
These are common above-the-line deductions to know for 2020:
- Educator expenses.
- Health savings account contributions.
- IRA contributions.
- Self-employment deductions.
- Student loan interest.
- Charitable contributions.
Can I claim the purchase of a car on my taxes?
Buying a car for personal or business use may have tax-deductible benefits. The IRS allows taxpayers to deduct either local and state sales taxes or local and state income taxes, but not both. If you use your vehicle for business, charity, medical or moving expenses, you could deduct the costs of operating it.


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Comparison of rental car and car hire from several businesses in the town Mestre, Italy. Find the best prices for rental cars online. Comparing prices online can be very profitable, many smaller companies can only be booked on site.
Rental cars at Mestre’s train stations (Venezia Mestre Railway Station, Venezia Porto Marghera Station, Venezia Santa Lucia Railway Station, Stazione Venezia Marittima and Mira Mirano), travel centre and airports like Venice Marco Polo Airport, Treviso-Sant’Angelo Airport and Vicenza Airport. We have an easy and safe booking system of rental cars online. Search and choose your destination, search for country, city etc. and choose from the list. A car hire service where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. When you are looking for rental cars we compare these companies Joyrent on Via Triestina 94, Hertz Venice on Via Cappuccina 169, Campello Rent Station on Viale Stazione 8c, Locauto on Viale Stazione 18 E, Blitz di Cosmo L on Via Monte Piana 3, Hertz Italiana Direzione on Via Orlanda 189, Budget on Via 3, Morini Rent on Via Miranese 154a, Eurorent on Via Orsato 16, Eurorent on Via Forte Marghera 199, Win Rent on Viale Stazione 18 E, Locauto on Piazzale Pietro Favretti, Major Amico Blu on Viale 3, Europcar on Via Ca Marcello 4a, Firefly on Ss14, Avis on Viale 3, Autopoint on Via Mutilati del Lavoro 1, Sixt on Viale Stazione 10.
Mestre is a town in the municipality Venice, Veneto region, Italy. 3th largest city/town when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 22th largest town/district in Italy. Larger neighbouring cities/communities are Padova (c. 203700 pop), Vicenza (c. 107100 pop), Treviso (c. 77600 pop) and Venice (c. 51300 pop). The town has about 147 700 (2015) inhabitants. Located about 2 m above sea level. Read more about what the town has to offer when it comes to experiences and which companies are located in Venice and the country. Small villages, communities and suburbs nearby are Taglio, Cittadella, Vigonza, Porto Viro, Piove di Sacco, Zelo, Forte Vallon, Molino Ronchin, Carpenedo and Favaro Veneto. Nearby bus stops and bus stations are Celestia (line 41,42,51,52), S. Giorgio (line N,2), Bacini (line B,41,42,51,52), Arsenale (line R,1,41,42), Giardini Esposizioni (line N,1,2,8,41,42,51,52,61,62), S. Pietro di Castello (line 41,42,51,52) and S. Elena (line LN,1,41,42,51,52,61,62). Get some tips on local companies in Venice.
Tips and suggestions on places, events, activities, museums, attractions, experiences and tips on destinations you can visit during your stay in Mestre, can be found here. Fascinating parks and gardens in the central parts of the city are Area verde via Bellini and Giardino Papadopoli. Relaxing and beautiful green areas, parks and plantings worth seeing are Park Villa Querini, Park San Giuliano, Park Forte Tron, Villa Friedenberg and Area verde via Giussani. Dorsoduro are close by if you are interested in the exciting history and archaeology of the area. Older and fascinating buildings such as villas, manors and palaces close to the town centre are Palazzo Trevisan, Fondaco dei Tedeschi, Palazzo Fortuny, Palazzo Mocenigo, Palazzo Savorgnan, Ca’ Pesaro, Palazzo Dario, Palazzo Malipiero, Villa Barchessa Valmarana, Ca’ d’Oro and Palazzo Pisani Moretta. Forte Marghera, Fort of Sant’ Andrea, Forte Sant’Andrea, Forte Gazzera, Forte Carpenedo, Forte Rocchetta, Forte Malamocco, Forte Morosini and Forte Alberoni are fascinating old forts, strongholds and fortresses and are located in the town.
A day at the museums and art galleries of the city? These are located in the central parts of the city at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Palazzo Grassi, Scuola di San Rocco, Gallerie dell’Accademia, Museo dell’Arte Vetraria, Pardes, Ca’ Rezzonico, Museum of Natural History, Galleria dell’Accademia, Planetart and Museo Ebraico. Watching sports or exercising? Athletic fields close to the city are Tennis Club Mestre, Tennis Club Lido, Tennis Club Comunale – Mira, Campo Sportivo and Tennis Club Villa Guidini. Stadium Francesco Baracca and Stadium Perluigi Penzo are located nearby if you want to watch sports or go to a concert. Centres and areas for recreation and activities are Centro Culturale P.M. Kolbe, which are located close to the town centre. Like golf? Want to try out the local golf courses? Golf courses that are close to the city are e.g. Circolo Golf Venezia 18 km, Golf Ca’ della Nave 9 km, Golf Zerman 11 km and Golf Club Villa Condulmer 10 km. Vineyards and wine producers that are close to the the town are, for example, Orto di Venezia, if you are planning a wine tour and tasting in Mestre.
Want to visit a local casino? These are located in the city at Casinò di Venezia and Casinò Municipale. Beautiful churches or cathedrals not far away are Église de la Madonna dell’Orto, Duomo S. Maria Assunta, SS. Vito and Modesto, San Carlo Borromeo and Santa Lucia. Want to spend a day shopping? Centro Commerciale Valecenter, Centro Commerciale La Piazza and Nave de Vero are located within walking distance. Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II, Lion of Piraeus, Monument to Partigiana veneta and Colonne di San Marco e San Todaro are exciting statues and monuments of famous people and events. Notable squares or large open spaces that are close by, Campo Santa Margherita, Piazza Ferretto, Campo dei Frari, Piazza Caduti and Campo San Polo. Forte Tron, Castello delle (Castle) Polveri and Portrait of the Four Tetrarchs are historical ruins of buildings and objects worth seeing and studying.
Find the best car hire and cheapest car rental in airports nearby
Find the best car hire and cheapest car rental in airports nearby: Compare Rental Cars Verona Villafranca Airport, Compare Hire Cars Trieste-Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport and Hire Cars Vicenza Airport. Cheap SUV Rentals in Mestre.
Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car hire in Mestre
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Mestre?
On average, a smaller hire car in Mestre costs approx. € 336 per month (€ 12 per day). A normal-sized car costs from about € 728 per month. The price is based on a monthly rent for 28 days.
Do I need a credit card for car hire in Mestre?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoitaly.co.uk. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Mestre, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
Which car hire companies are in or near Mestre?
There are over 18 car hire companies in Mestre. Compare car hire companies such as Locauto on Piazzale Pietro Favretti, Avis on Viale 3, Sixt on Viale Stazione 10, Firefly on Ss14, Hertz Italiana Direzione on Via Orlanda 189, Major Amico Blu on Viale 3, Win Rent on Viale Stazione 18 E, Europcar on Via Ca Marcello 4a, Autopoint on Via Mutilati del Lavoro 1, Eurorent on Via Forte Marghera 199, Campello Rent Station on Viale Stazione 8c, Budget on Via 3, Joyrent on Via Triestina 94, Blitz di Cosmo L on Via Monte Piana 3, Hertz Venice on Via Cappuccina 169, Locauto on Viale Stazione 18 E, Morini Rent on Via Miranese 154a, Eurorent on Via Orsato 16, etc.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Mestre?
Renting a small car in Mestre costs from about € 12 per day, depending on the season and supply. A normal-sized car costs from about € 26 per day. Sometimes you can find cheaper hire cars depending on the season. In the majority of cases the hire price includes collision damage waiver, third party liability protection, tax, airport fee, unlimited mileage and breakdown assistance. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the rental cars agent and destination country. The car rental agent may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the hire conditions at the time of booking. The price is based on a weekly hire for 7 days.
How can I find car hire near me in Mestre?
Do a search for Mestre. Then take a look at our map of car hire companies to find the best and cheap hire cars near you in Mestre from car hire companies such as Eurorent on Via Forte Marghera 199, Europcar on Via Ca Marcello 4a, Budget on Via 3, Avis on Viale 3, Hertz Venice on Via Cappuccina 169, Locauto on Viale Stazione 18 E, Win Rent on Viale Stazione 18 E, Campello Rent Station on Viale Stazione 8c etc.
Are there additional fees for drop-off at a different location other than Mestre?
Yes, in most cases the car hire agent will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as Rome Fiumicino Airport, Genoa-Sestri Airport, Milan Linate Airport, Milan Malpensa Airport, Palermo Airport, Naples Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport and Turin Caselle Airport, instead of Mestre. Autoitaly.co.uk will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Which are the best hire car companies in Italy and Mestre?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoitaly.co.uk, the best car hire companies in Italy are Avis, Enterprise, Budget, Europcar, National, Sixt, Hertz and Thrifty. The large companies often have offices in the city and at the airports.
What types of car can I hire in Mestre?
The range of hire cars varies during the season but you can usually hire car types such as premium cars, economy cars, compact cars, minibus, hybrid cars, 9 seater minivan, minivan, luxury elite, convertible, estate, special cars, small suv, mini cars, intermediate, 7 seater minivan, economy elite, exotic cars, luxury cars, mini elite, intermediate elite, compact elite, cargo van, suv, 5 seater minivan, electric cars, moped, fullsize cars, jeep, small-medium truck-lorry, large truck-lorry, medium suv, standard cars, fullsize elite in Mestre with autoitaly.co.uk.
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Mestre?
On average, a smaller hire car in Mestre costs approx. € 84 per week (€ 12 per day). A normal-sized car costs from about € 182 per week. The price is based on a weekly hire for 7 days.
Which are the cheapest car hire companies in Italy and Mestre?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest hire cars in Italy on Autoitaly.co.uk were found at OS Car Rental, MoriniRent, Autovia, Viten Group, CarMotion, Ecovia, Locauto and B-Rent. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Mestre than at nearby airports. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airports and nearby cities before booking your car. In Mestre you can hire a car for € 12 - 26 per day, depending on the season and car type.
Which additional fees could apply in Mestre?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional fees which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoitaly.co.uk. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: out-of-hours pick-up/drop-off, border crossing, one-way rentals, young drivers or senior drivers and winter tyres. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Mestre.
Car rental companies in Mestre, Italy
We compare these companies in Mestre or in the region, Target Rent, Hertz, Thrifty, Oscar, JoyRent, Sixt, Buchbinder, Viten Group, Surprice, Firefly, Europcar, Green Motion, National, Dollar, Noleggiare, King Rent, Maggiore, Goldcar, Locauto, Avant Car, Ace, CarMotion, Hertz Dream Collection, WinRent, InterRent, Keddy By Europcar, Autoclick, Flizzr, Welcome Cars, Italy Car Rent, Enterprise, Ecovia, Global, Sicily By Car, Avis, Autovia, Budget, MoriniRent, Smile Rent, B-Rent, OS Car Rental, Payless, Rhodium, Alamo, Centauro, Nomadcar, Elba by Car and Optimorent. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Vicenza Tommaso Dal Molin Airport, Udine Campoformido Airport, Treviso Sant'Angelo Antonio Canova Airport and Venice-Tessera Marco Polo Airport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.


The new #1 contender for WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Liv Morgan is Shayna Baszler.
Baszler won a Gauntlet Match on this week’s post-SummerSlam episode of SmackDown on FOX, becoming the #1 contender. Aliyah was defeated by Sonya Deville to start the Gauntlet, although Raquel Rodriguez later defeated Deville. Rodriguez subsequently defeated Shotzi, Xia Li, and Natalya until Baszler won the bout by pinning Rodriguez. Morgan sat ringside as it was being played out.
WWE then announced a title match between Baszler and Morgan for Clash at the Castle.
The first WWE Clash at The Castle Premium Live Event will take place on Saturday, September 3, from Cardiff, Wales’ Principality Stadium.
Here is the updated announced card:
Undisputed WWE Universal Title Match
Drew McIntyre vs. Roman Reigns (c)
SmackDown Women’s Title Match
Shayna Baszler vs. Liv Morgan (c)


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May 23, 2017
Good Morning White America! In this episode Adam thanks the people who made GMWA possible and explains why you get what you pay for, Dr. Karl Radl brings us This Week in White History, the Hate Bird reads poetry, and Blake K. reads from Genesis. Thanks for listening!
May 16, 2017
Good Morning White America! In this episode Mary talks with Ayla Purpose and Ada Clare about how they live out a pro-White life as mothers, wives, and ladies, the Hate Bird reads poetry about mothers, Blake K. reads from Genesis, and Christian Talour discusses Christianity’s uncucked history.
March 21, 2017
Good Morning White America! In this episode Adam and Mary discuss the proper use of love and tolerance amongst Christians, Hans and Anna Gygax explain their home birthing experiences, the Hate Bird reads poetry, and Dr. Karl Radl regales us with This Week in White History. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to the podcast on […]
GMWA 39 – Tim Tebow and Interracial Adoption, Homebirthing, Ancient Greek Poetry, Historic Premillennialism
March 7, 2017
Good Morning White America! In this episode Adam and Mary discuss the well-intentioned but disastrous morality behind the evangelical push for interracial and international adoption, Hans and Anna Gygax talk about their experiences homebirthing, the Hate Bird introduces us to the ancient Greek poet Meleager of Gadara, Dr. Karl Radl tells us more about our European traditions, and Blake K. has a Roman Catholic guest stop by to explain historic premillennialism.
March 3, 2017
Matthew’s genealogy of Christ holds a lot of important lessons for us. Join Adam Grey to discover the hidden treasures God has stored for us in the opening passage of the Gospel according to St. Matthew.
February 22, 2017
A study guide for our 10-week study of Genesis, available in paperback at Amazon.com or via free download as a PDF.

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Whether I’m lounging by the pool, passing time on a road trip, or winding down before bed, I usually have a book in my hand. Though I’d consider myself an avid reader, I’m also a picky one. I won’t tolerate snooze-fests. I want a book that keeps me entertained and wanting to read more — whether fiction or nonfiction. But I’m not just an empty-calorie reader; I love books that inspire me or teach me while telling a gripping story.
If you’re looking for summer reading ideas this year, below are my top recommendations, broken down by category:
(Links below are affiliate links. That means if you click through and make a purchase, I’ll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Many of these, however, should be available at your local library.)
I didn’t want to put these down until I find out what happens next, and in both cases, I rushed to buy the next ones in the trilogy. Both of these books by Joel Rosenberg tackle ISIS and radical Islam by weaving together a Hollywood-worthy plot.
The Twelfth Imam by Joel C. Rosenberg
In The Twelfth Imam, the main character is an operative for the CIA trying to stop an attack on America. Although it started out a little slower than I prefer, it picked up pretty quick and I read each book in this trilogy one right after the other. I joked with a friend that I needed to get finished because I kept dreaming I was a CIA operative in Iran.
The Third Target by Joel C. Rosenberg
In The Third Target, a New York Times journalist finds himself tracking down the Islāmic radical leader responsible for widespread chemical weapons attacks in the Middle East. Like in the Twelfth Imam series, I couldn’t wait to read the next two books in the trilogy, and this one had me hooked in the beginning.
Fiction with a Purpose
My favorite fiction is one that entertains while teaching me a lesson or two.
Dear Mr. Knightley by Katherine Reay
In Dear Mr. Knightley, an anonymous benefactor supplies funds to help a former foster child through college. Though the description may not capture your attention, trust me. It keep me engaged to the end — and the end is one of the best ones I’ve ever read. I didn’t want it to end.
Gods and Kings by Lynn Austin
Lynn Austin weaves beautiful character stories from real events in the Bible. In the first book of The Chronicles of the Kings series, you’ll learn about the life of King Hezekiah and never look at this time in the life of Israel the same again.
Pearl in the Sand by Tessa Afshar
In this fictionalized retelling of the woman Rahab from the Bible, everything about the real woman remains true. But through this book, you’ll see what she might have gone through, risking her life to help the enemy Israel, and how hard it was to acclimate to becoming an Israelite. We see what her life might have looked like and how she became one of the few women mentioned in the lineage of Jesus.
Fiction isn’t the only genre that I can’t put down. Some non-fiction books do this very well. Both of these kept me up way past my bedtime.
Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson
If you read one book from this list, read Just Mercy. It’s the true story of a man who started a nonprofit organization to legally represent death row inmates he believes were not guilty. It shines a light on injustices specifically about race and poverty in our nation, in our lifetime. As a lifelong conservative, this book opened my eyes to areas I was blind to before, and it makes me think of some things much differently now.
Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi
The autobiography of a Muslim man whose Christian friend spent years pointing him to Jesus, I learned more about Islāmic culture and religion in this book than in any other source. But more than that, the story of this man and how his friend used unconventional methods to “love him to Jesus” kept me reading into the night.
I’ve become a big fan of memoirs lately. I’m fascinated by the real lives of people and what they’ve gone through in their journey.
The Magnolia Story by Chip and Joanna Gaines
Although I enjoy Fixer Upper, I’m not a die-hard fan. But, I like Chip and Joanna and I LOVED this book. Rarely do I not want a book to end and this was one of them. It had me laughing and crying, and most of all, I loved getting an inside peek into this couple’s life. (Did you know Chip went to jail once? You wouldn’t believe why.)
Love Does by Bob Goff
An easy read, Love Does seems more like a book of compiled devotionals. Though I found it a little lagging in the middle, the beginning chapters had me laughing my head off, and the ending chapters moved me deeply — especially when he told the story of the man who invented Starbucks VIA.
Sometimes I enjoy an old-fashioned mystery, but these picks mix faith into the storyline in a seamless, encouraging way.
The Amish Midwife by Mindy Starns Clarke and Leslie Gould
I did not expect to LOVE this book, but I did. I tend to avoid romance novels, and what intrigued me about this book was that the plot was NOT about romance. Yeah, there’s a little in there but it’s a sub-theme. I couldn’t put the book down because every chapter dripped clues to the larger mystery. I read it on a road trip last year and was thankful I had many hours to devour it.
Submerged by Dani Pettrey
As a crime-drama fan (my family knows about my Tuesday night date nights with NCIS and Thursday nights with the Blacklist), I loved this murder-mystery. Like the Amish Midwife, romance was thrown in but it wasn’t the focal theme. The book ended with me wanting to read the rest of this series.
If you want a long read that you can either relax with for hours or drink a few sips at a time, these will keep you interested until the end but not make you lose sleep. Neither of these books are in the Christian genre, but I’m pretty prudish about the content I’ll consume in a book. I’d say both options would get a PG-13 rating for adult themes. I came away from both of these moved deeply. Because the subjects deal with slavery and the Holocaust, you might follow them up with a lighter read when you’re done.
The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom
After seeing so many rave about this book, and enjoying Civil War-themed books in the past, I gave it a try. Though I wasn’t sure exactly where it was going — it ended up being more of a fictionalized memoir — I walked away heartbroken at what African-American people went through during the 1800s.
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
A fan of all things World War II, I found this story about two French sisters during German-occupied France heart-moving. Like with the Kitchen House, I wasn’t sure where it was going, but the ending left me full. This is a brilliantly written story that will make me never look at World War II the same again.
For the past year I’ve enjoyed audiobooks when I’m driving, cleaning house, and gardening. I’ll also stick one ear bud in while the kids are swimming and listen to a book while watching them. These were my favorites from the past year, but if you’re not into audiobooks, they are excellent choices to read in book form as well.
The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom
I’ve always wanted to read the story of Corrie ten Boom, whose family harbored Jews during World War II, and who endured a German prison for her crimes. I wasn’t expecting most of the book to talk about their lives before Germany invaded their homeland, but it ended up making what they went through all the more moving. Powerful book.
The Insanity of God by Nik Ripken
After hearing so many rave about this book-turned-movie, I decided to listen. The narrator was terrific, and I learned so much about the persecuted church around the world. This book certainly made me think, but it kept my attention as well.
The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel
Recently made into a movie, The Case for Christ chronicles a skeptic journalist’s quest to disprove Christianity at its core. But what he finds is not evidence against Jesus and the Bible but for it. This is a perfect book for one questioning Christianity and for those of us who have a hard time answering some of the harder questions about what we believe.
The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis
We’re not in Narnia anymore. This classic by C.S. Lewis include “letters” written by a fictional demon, instructing his nephew on how to tempt and lure people away from God. Although written in the 1940s, I was amazed at how much seemed to apply to today. This is one I highly recommend as an audiobook. The narrator in his English accent is excellent.
Those are my top 17 recommendations for summer reading in 2017. Have you read any of these? What did you think?
But, since I’ve read all of these, I need some recommendations for myself! What books would you suggest?

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By Caitlin Croft
Plans for a new medical office at 5 Park Square was approved by the Ellicottville Village Planning Board at its most recent meeting.
This would be a proposed first-floor office with residence on the second floor. A handicap ramp would be built on the east side and exterior exit from the second floor would be added on the west side.
This property is in the Village Commercial District bounded by the Village Residential District. There was one issue regarding a side yard setback, which the Village Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance.
The decision was based on several major points. The proposed project is:
consistent with the Village Comprehensive Plan;
in harmony with the general purposes and intent of this zoning ordinance and complies with all applicable requirements; and
compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
The project will not result in the destruction, loss or damage of a natural scenic or historic feature of major significance, alter the essential character of the neighborhood nor be detrimental to the residents thereof.
A Special Use Permit for use in the commercial or industrial district shall only be granted when it is clearly obvious that such use will be harmonious with the area. The size and location of the site are adequate for the use proposed.
The proposed project will not unduly increase traffic volumes or unduly affect traffic flow or safety in the vicinity of the site. The proposed project will not generate excessive noise, odor, dust, smoke or vibrations.
The Industrial Office/Light Assembly at 5 Park Ave. had been previously used for light manufacturing and there was a question if a special use permit was needed. There was a motion determined there was no change in use, therefore, no permit needed.
An application was received for a Special Use Permit for a banquet/event center at the former M&T Bank Building at 3 Washington St.
The Open Space Standards have been met, floor to area ratio is in the allowable range and, because it is in the Historical District, it is exempt from parking standards. This is exempt from referral to the County.
There would be a new door in the rear of the building and the previously approved exterior staircase will be changed slightly. The bottom three stairs will go in a different direction and the land will change.
This was deemed a complete application and there was a motion to set the Public Hearing for the Jan. 8 meeting.
An application was received for a hanging sign at Ava Grace, 24 Washington St. All requirements were met regarding dimension, color and it will be at least 8 feet above the sidewalk. The board approved the sign.
At last month’s pre-application meeting, the applicant for work at 74 Elizabeth St. was asked to present a site plan, architectural piece and materials list that complies with all zoning regulations for a proposed residence to obtain a demolition permit.
When the time comes that the lot is sold, should the buyer want to tweak the plans, they may come back to the planning board for a site plan modification.
The application was received and deemed complete, and the board decided to set the Public Hearing for the Jan. 8 meeting.
The next meeting of the Village Planning Board will be on Jan. 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the village hall.


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Sex education changes in Wales welcomed by pupils
Children in Wales will be taught what makes healthy relationships and there will be more emphasis on sexuality as part of an overhaul of sex education.
Primary and secondary schools will have a statutory duty to cover the issues.
Older pupils will have lessons on issues such as domestic abuse and gender identity while younger ones will learn about family relationships.
The Welsh Government's shift in focus is to try to bridge a gap between what is taught and pupils' experiences.
Pupils Olivia and Maddie, both 15, said they thought the changes would really help.
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Raj Tarun career has hit a plateau. With a string of flops over his back, the actor is desperately in need of a hit. Dil Raju has come on board backing Raj Tarun to rescue his career. Raj Tarun’s next Iddari Lokam Okate was launched a few days back and is bankrolled by Dil Raju.
While the entire team was present at the muhurut launch, the lead actress was not seen. While many thought who could be the actress could be, it has now learnt that Raj Tarun is all set to romance ‘118’ actress Shalini Pandey. However, we have to wait for the team’s announcement. Music is composed by Mickey J Meyer and dialogues are written by Abburi Ravi and cinematography by Sameer Reddy.

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February 10, 2011
Disney darling Miley Cyrus leads the nominees for Nickelodeon's annual Kids' Choice Awards, the network announced Thursday. She's up for three - Favorite TV Actress, Favorite Movie Actress and Favorite Female Singer.
Big Time Rush and Justin Bieber are right behind Cyrus, scoring two nods each.
Other Links From TVGuide.comCameron DiazJack BlackKristen StewartSteve CarellJay-ZUsherMiley Cyrus...


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Everyone knows her story, but do you know the REAL history behind the story of Typhoid Mary? History has never been so juicy! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, timeline, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.
Would you have survived the Black Death? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities.
Over the past 50 years, scientists have made incredible progress in the application of genetic research to human health care and disease treatment. Innovative tools and techniques, including gene therapy and CRISPR-Cas9 editing, can treat inherited disorders that were previously untreatable, or prevent them from happening in the first place. You can take a DNA test to learn where your ancestors are from. Police officers can use genetic evidence to identify criminals—or innocents. And some doctors are using new medical techniques for unprecedented procedures. Genomics: A Revolution in Health and Disease Discovery delves into the history, science, and ethics behind recent breakthroughs in genetic research. Authors Whitney Stewart and Hans Andersson, MD, present fascinating case studies that show how real people have benefitted from genetic research. Though the genome remains full of mysteries, researchers and doctors are working hard to uncover its secrets and find the best ways to treat patients and cure diseases. The discoveries to come will inform how we target disease treatment, how we understand our health, and how we define our very identities.
A crunching sound awakens a husband and wife sailing to Hawaii. Water starts to rush into their boat. They watch from the life raft as it sinks in only 15 minutes. That is the beginning of William and Simonne Butler’s 66-day trial of survival on the ocean. Iron Will: Surviving the Sea tells the story of five shipwrecks, and what it took for the survivors to endure until they were rescued. From surviving in an air pocket in a sunken ship at the bottom of the ocean, to the longest solo survival at sea, readers will learn how these individuals persevered against all odds.
Germs and bacteria are everywhere. They are on surfaces we touch everyday, and millions of them live inside our bodies. Some of these bacteria can make us sick. Most illnesses can be treated with medicine. But sometimes, a superbug hits. These powerful bacteria have evolved to survive most drugs, leaving doctors puzzled over how to treat them. Learn how science is tackling this new enemy.
Finding forensic evidence, examining murder victims, and identifying injuries are all in a day’s work for these death investigators. Dead bodies need doctors too, and Medical Examiners are on the case!
How much strength does it take to be a superhero? In this fun title, readers will find out! Engaging text and fun photos introduce super strength in fiction, exploring the origins of a popular hero with the power. Then, each chapter introduces how it is possible in the real world, and explores what the future of super strength science holds. Added features provide visual fun, explaining how the science of super strength works, profiling a popular superhero, exploring super strength in nature, and more!
Ever wondered what you could do with super speed? You could get to school in the blink of an eye! In this title, a narrative opener puts readers in the action. Then, fact-filled chapters cover the use of super speed in fiction, how it appears in real life, and the power’s possibilities for the future. Special features explore real-life examples of super speed in nature, highlight an example in popular culture, profile a favorite superhero, and more. Readers will race through this fun text at super speed!
Although he cannot see, Daredevil uses his super senses of smell, touch, taste, and sound to save the day! Humans don’t quite have the super senses of Daredevil. But in this title, readers will explore how people and animals use their senses in super ways! Informative text highlights the superpower in fiction, the science behind the power, and the power’s future possibilities. Special features reinforce the text by profiling a popular superhero, highlighting the superpower in the media, showing off its use in nature, and more!
Introduces young readers to the dangers of Adderall addiction and shows ways that users have found help. Learn about the physical and mental effects of Adderall abuse and its negative impact on lives. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, an infographic, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
The STEM Files graphic novel series focuses on the hilarious, top secret stories of ambitious, but inept, would-be evil villains. Top Secret: Pharmer focuses on the blundering would-be evil villian Dr. Phineas, Armour, aka Pharmer, as he attempts to infect the residents of The City with the common cold and charge all the citizens for the cure. But he fails miserably due to his lack of knowledge about bacteria, viruses, and medicine. It's hard to infect people if you don't know how infections and medications work! Each book in the series focuses on a key STEM concept. Includes educational callouts, sidebars, and backmatter material. Supplemental activity also included.
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Healthcare, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in the medical industry. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills backmatter content.
Genetic engineers study genes and DNA to develop ways to recreate and modify them to advance technologies in fields such as medicine and agriculture. Using living organisms and systems to create new products and technologies is called biotechnology. Readers will learn how genetic engineers are working toward curing diseases in humans and making crops less susceptible to disease. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering process, and encourage discussion about the impact of biotechnology on our lives, including its benefits and risks.
Biomedical engineering is the fastest growing engineering field. From designing life-saving medical devices to high-performance athletic gear, these engineers improve people’s lives every day. This book explores the creative ways biomedical engineers help diagnose, treat, and prevent problems found in human body systems. Real-life examples make learning about the engineering design process interesting for readers. Practical, hands-on activities help readers to understand scientific and engineering principles.
Many people today identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning. This timely title gives young people a better understanding of sexual orientation, gender identity, and the LGBTQ community. Personal testimonials and discussion questions shed light on the difficulties individuals face coming out and dispel myths of gender stereotypes. Open and honest text focuses on creating a safe and inclusive community for people of all orientations. Also included is advice on how to support family members, friends, or classmates who identify as a member of the LGBTQ community.
Binge drinking is the most common form of alcohol abuse by youth under the age of 21. This informative title discusses the social pressure to binge drink, symptoms, treatment, and prevention. Binge drinking can lead to other high-risk behavior and health risks, including alcohol poisoning, impaired judgment, mental and physical health issues, and alcoholism. Recent statistics and compelling testimonials provide a candid, real-world examination of the issue of underage alcohol abuse.
The statistics tell a horrific story: one in six women and one in 33 men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime. Over 93 percent of juvenile sexual assault and rape victims know their assaulters. Written by a therapist, Date Rape helps readers understand this sensitive issue and gives those who have experienced it advice and coping strategies. Topics include the effects of rape, from depression to post-traumatic stress disorder, and suicide, as well as the benefits of disclosure and trust.
Self-injury is not something people talk about very often. Yet, it is a reality for millions of young people across North America. Cutting and Self-injury deals with the delicate issues of self-harming behavior and the reasons why people do it. Directly and carefully written, this book discusses avoidance and treatment. Special tool-box sections outline real life coping strategies for resisting, and for helping friends and family cope with this real life issue.
Finding yourself pregnant as a teenager is a scary thing. There are so many issues involved. Teen Pregnancy examines the fact that about one third of girls in the United States will get pregnant before the age of twenty. Yet it is still difficult for teens to talk about sex. Teens share their own personal experiences to provide further insight on this issue. A further resources page gives readers assistance in finding other books, Web sites, and organizations that provide additional information on teen pregnancy.
Suicide is the third-leading cause of death for people ages 15 to 24. It is important to understand the forces that can lead to suicide and to know how to help someone at risk. Suicide is a careful discussion of the factors that can lead to suicidal thoughts and attempts. The book examines how to cope with stresses that can lead to suicide such as family violence, painful breakups, bullying, or depression. Readers are given coping strategies and advice on how to reach out and seek help. A question and answer section answers direct and tough questions on suicide.
This accessible and informative book examines the highly-charged issues of child maltreatment, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse and neglect. Sensitively written by a child psychologist, Child Abuse discusses disclosure and feeling safe, and explains how abuse and neglect affects children and adults.
Medical and pharmaceutical research is big business. This fascinating book reveals the competition in the corporate and academic worlds to be the first to find a new procedure or product that could change the world. Features include Dark Science Secrets, which reveal stories of unethical and deadly medical experiments from the past.
This timely book describes the details of three real case studies of investigative journalism about health care. Stories include journalists exposing wrongdoing by drug companies, neglect of dying patients in by hospice home-care providers, and lead-poisoning from drinking water in Flint, Michigan. Readers will gain an understanding of the research process, the ethical standards journalists must follow, and the perseverance required to confirm a story and affect change.
A major societal issue in the world today, opioid addiction is causing a devastating number of deaths and is costing countries millions of dollars. This timely book includes information on the causes and effects of opioid addiction and the methods being used to combat this deadly epidemic.
Cultural beliefs surrounding illness and societal beliefs about how we should offer health care are discussed in this fascinating addition to the Our Values series. Discussions about the treatment of common diseases, as well as topics of interest, such as how a cast is made, are compared and contrasted with the way health care is provided throughout the world.


A TEENAGE pedestrian and three motorists died in separate road accidents in the region over the weekend.
The 17-year-old pedestrian, who has not been named, died after he was struck by a Ford Focus in Prescot just after midnight on Sunday.
Police revealed the victim was taken to Whiston Hospital for treatment, but died from his injuries.
A Merseyside police spokesman said: “We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to get in touch on 0151 7775730”.
On Friday night a woman died when the car she was driving hit a lamppost on the East Lancashire Road at Haydock.
Police said the 31-year-old lost control of the Mini Cooper on the dual carriageway by its junction with Liverpool Road.
A male passenger remained in Whiston Hospital with “non-life threatening injuries” including broken bones.
Early on Friday night two motorists were killed in a head-on smash in Cheshire.
The crash took place at around 10.25pm on the A56 Chester Road in Helsby, close to the local high school.
A 19-year-old man from Elton driving a grey MG-ZR was travelling towards the village when he collided with a blue Peugeot 306 being driven by a 45-year-old woman from Frodsham, who was travelling in the opposite direction.
Paramedics battled in vain at the scene against the horrific injuries the two drivers suffered but both were pronounced dead on arrival at the Countess of Chester hospital.
Cheshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the crash.
Anyone with information should contact the specialist investigation unit on 01244 613163.


China’s major share indexes finished trade at two-month closing highs on Wednesday, as consumer firms extended their rally on hopes for a demand recovery on easing COVID-19 restrictions.
At the close, the blue-chip CSI300 index was up 0.97 percent at 4,219.81, its highest close since April 8. The Shanghai Composite index rose 0.68 percent to 3,263.79, its highest close since April 6.
The CSI consumer staples sector led gains, rising 2.01 percent, while the financial sector sub-index added 0.62 percent and the healthcare sub-index rose 1.89 percent.
Foreign investors lent support, with Refinitiv data showing inflows of more than 8.7 billion yuan through the Northbound leg of the Stock Connect program.
Analysts at BNP Paribas said equity investors were more optimistic about China’s growth stabilization policies as COVID-19 lockdowns eased while sounding a note of caution.
“Our economists expect the government to maintain the principle of dynamic zero-COVID, albeit revise the implementation to take account of the recent growth slowdown and minimize the economic impact,” they said.
“However, the highly infectious nature of the Omicron variant suggests the equity market might be more susceptible to more start-stop cycles in the near term.”
The smaller Shenzhen index ended up 0.52 percent and the start-up board’s ChiNext Composite index was higher by 0.85 percent.
Shares of index heavyweight Contemporary Amperex Technology Co Ltd (CATL), a supplier to Tesla, crawled back from a drop of more than 7 percent to end 0.22 percent higher, relieving pressure on the broader index.


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Refitting Small Outboard To Have Electrical Charging System
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I just purchased a 2005 [Y]amaha [please capitalize proper names] 8-HP outboard motor and it doesn't have a charging system. I am wondering if it could be possible to install one on this motor for a reasonable cost[.]
posted 06-25-2007 10:17 PM ET (US)
I am wondering, too. I'd call a good dealer and ask them. I have never seen any replacement or aftermarket charging refit systems.
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The Toronto Protocols And The Great Reset
This pdf booklet (58 pages and 12,000 words) reveals how a meeting of the “6.6.6.” in 1967 set the groundwork for what is known today as The Great Reset.
It is fully illustrated to show how that agenda has been implemented to the point that those who would establish a New World Order (aka The Great Reset as they call it) have all but achieved their goals – which can only be stymied IF enough people become aware of that agenda.
It is in Portable Document Format (pdf) which requires software such as Adobe pdf Reader (or similar) to view – but more importantly, that file type has been deliberately used so that, once you have downloaded it, you can then freely pass on copies by email to others – free being the operative word. pdf files do not gather viruses or malware during transmission over the Internet by email. Further, the original remains on your computer.
The majority of the text is a record of a meeting of Globalists in Toronto, Canada, in 1967, and another in 1985. But the illustrations – dozens of them – reveal precisely how recent and current events prove that their agenda is currently well entrenched, not only in America, but throughout the world.
This includes the current pandemic, recent moves by the present US administration, and the way this pandemic has been used by Deep State individuals not only to amass personal fortunes, but also to further the “6.6.6.” goal of global dominance.
You are invited to purchase this short book right now and to pass on free copies of the PDF to others.
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Craig David (born 5 May 1981) is an English singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 1999 featuring on the single “Re-Rewind” by Artful Dodger. David’s debut album, Born to Do It, was released in 2000, after which he has released a further five studio albums and worked with a variety of artists such as Tinchy Stryder, Kano, Jay Sean, Rita Ora and Sting. David has 17 UK Top 50 singles, and six UK Top 20 albums, selling over 13 million records worldwide as a solo artist.
David has been nominated for twelve Brit Awards: three times for Best British Male, and twice received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
Find out more at www.craigdavid.com
“Love Yourself” is a song recorded by Canadian singer Justin Bieber for his fourth studio album Purpose (2015). The song was written by Bieber, Ed Sheeran and Benjamin Levin, while production of the song was provided by Levin. The track also features vocals from co-writer and pop star Ed Sheeran.

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This makes me sad /Material type: BookSeries: Carbone, Courtney. Dealing with feelings: ; Rodale Kids curious readersLevel 2: Publisher: New York, NY : Rodale Kids, Description: 31 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.ISBN: 9781635650587; 1635650585.Subject(s): Sadness in children -- Juvenile literature | Emotions -- Juvenile literature | Sadness | Emotions | Readers (Publications) | Juvenile works | Readers (Publications)Summary: A young boy accidentally lets his dog loose from the yard, in a book that helps young readers learn to express and articulate sadness.
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If feeling blue isn't bad enough, it's even worse without your best furry friend. This Makes Me Sad follows a young boy after he accidentally lets his dog, Kit, loose from the yard. Despite his parents' attempt to find her, nothing can cheer up the boy. His favorite things, like a pretty sunset, going to the park, and his beloved teddy bear, just make him more sad. Even happy memories of Kit no longer feel good. With help from his family, the boy must learn to accept and express how he's feeling inside. And by dealing with his feelings, he might just be able to do some good until Kit comes home. Easy-to-read text and evocative illustrations make this relatable second story in the Dealing with Feelings series a perfect practice in emotional maturity for kids.
A young boy accidentally lets his dog loose from the yard, in a book that helps young readers learn to express and articulate sadness.


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Watch Them Die's self-titled debut is a refreshing break from the wave of trendy hardcore-metal released in 2003, and also the hardest, heaviest thing released all year by Century Media. The year's big trends in the hardcore-metal landscape involved bands either delving into emo, aping Swedish death metal, or emulating the mathematical complexity of the Dillinger Escape Plan, Converge, and Coalesce. Watch Them Die opt for a less fashionable sound, crossing Pantera with old Bay Area thrash, crusty punk, and bits of classic metal guitar melody into a tight, regimented attack. The production and musicianship are right on throughout, and the dual-personality vocals (slightly reminiscent of Soilent Green) are powerfully delivered, alternating between a bellowing, throat-scraping bark and a higher-pitched shriek that would almost fit on a black metal record. Plenty of bands have attempted, and continue to attempt, this sort of concrete-jungle-bred hardcore-metal sound, and listeners can be forgiven for being weary of yet another band that resembles Pantera to any appreciable degree. But Watch Them Die make it work, thanks to their authoritative performances and their sparing but effective use of dark-edged guitar melody. Again, it's not fashionable, but it's better than a lot of the stuff that is (or was) at the moment. An impressive debut.
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TORBETT IN 'BAIL BREACH'
Celtic Boys Club founder Jim Torbett in court for ‘breaching bail’ days after facing historic sex abuse charges
The 69-year-old appeared in private at Hamilton Sheriff Court on May 9, where he made no plea and was granted bail
THE FOUNDER of Celtic Boys Club Jim Torbett has appeared in court for allegedly breaching bail.
The 69-year-old appeared in private at Hamilton Sheriff Court on May 9, where he made no plea and was granted bail.
Details of the alleged breach are not known.
Torbett, from Glasgow, appeared at the city’s sheriff court days earlier on May 5, on a string of sex charges.
These included three charges of indecent assault and three charges of lewd, indecent and libidinous practices and behaviour.
He made no plea and was released on bail by sheriff John McCormick.
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One has to admit it seemed odd Thursday night when the Miami Dolphins kept starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on the bench because he was nursing an injury but then brought him in when backup Jacoby Brissett hurt his knee.
And it looked more odd when Brissett worked out his injury issue and told coaches he was ready to go back in, but coach Brian Flores thought better of it and left Tagovailoa in the game.
And it looked very, very odd that the stated reason Tagovailoa could not start is because his fractured middle finger in his (left) throwing hand didn’t allow him to drive the football down the field, yet the guy completed a 64-yard pass — the longest of his career.
And it seemed downright strange that Flores said after the game the team was trying to protect Tagovailoa from himself but used him on a quarterback sneak to score a touchdown anyway.
All this together paints a picture of, well, incongruent reasoning. And it has led to social media conspiracy thinking that maybe Flores somehow doesn’t want to play Tagovailoa.
Flores has obviously heard the whispers.
“I think people are trying to turn this into a controversial situation where we don’t want a certain player to play,” Flores said Friday morning.
“I try to look out for the best interest of the players individually, the team. All those things play a role in the decisions we make, and that was the case last night.
“Jacoby was banged up yesterday. Same with Tua. I thought Tua did a good job of fighting through the discomfort. He’s obviously – we all saw him bang his finger too in the game, which that’s kind of what we were trying to avoid. I think the situation with Tua, obviously I’ve said many times that he’s our quarterback. I said this last night – we try to protect players from themselves.
“(We were) trying to avoid that situation with him banging his finger last night. We’ve got to take it day-to-day with both players and see how that goes.”
“See how it goes” is code for “there is no final decision on whether Tagovailoa will be the starter in the Dolphins’ next game on Nov. 21 when they visit the New York Jets.”
The truth is if Tagovailoa had not been needed or been removed after Brissett said he was ready to return, he might not have aggravated the finger as Flores said. That would have practically guaranteed he’d be ready for the Jets game.
But now the Dolphins do indeed need to take the issue day by day when the team returns to the training facility on Monday.
“It doesn’t feel good, I can tell you that,” Tagovailoa said of the fractured finger. “Got it banged up a little bit in the game, but it’s good. You know, we got about ten days to heal up, rest up, so we’ll take all the time we can.”
Here’s the problem:
Flores and Kyle Johnson, the Dolphins athletic trainer, came up with the plan to protect Tagovailoa from himself, as everyone is saying, and not start him. The plan was to use him only in an emergency.
That emergency arose for maybe a play or two while Brissett was nursing his knee. But then the emergency passed because Brissett was cleared to return and grabbed his helmet to do just that.
That’s when Flores decided Tagovailoa would be staying in the game, although the emergency had passed. And, by the way, that’s exactly how Flores described the situation after the game.
“Jacoby went down and I think everybody saw that,” Flores said. “He went down, went into the tent. We decided to put Tua in, obviously. Then I think (Jacoby) probably was okay to go back in, but we just decided to stay with Tua. He made a couple of passes, hit a couple of passes, and just felt like might as well just leave him in there.”
At that point, the protecting Tua from himself narrative was overshadowed by the idea of doing what was best for the team to win the game.
And it should be said Flores did a masterful job in helping his defensive coaches craft and implement a great defensive game plan. It was Miami’s finest hour of the season on defense as it sacked Lamar Jackson four times, returned a fumble for a touchdown, and held Jackson and the Baltimore defense to only one touchdown.
But the whole Tua thing seems kind of clunky by comparison. One approach or reasoning was used to start the game and then that was discarded in favor of a different approach.
That’s it. That’s all of it.
There is no real conspiracy that Flores wants to keep Tagovailoa out of the lineup.
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WAVES OF WATER, WALLS OF GRIEF
Devastation and destruction
biggest trauma of man kind,
Too many unaccounted for
so many still yet to find.
The faces of the innocent
lay dead on the ground,
Bodies strewn everywhere
everyday more are found.
A man weeps for his dead child
he nurses on his knee,
This child who five minutes before
was happy and care free.
No family is complete now
everyone is out of touch,
Numbers climb to over 60,000
to comprehend is far too much.
Standing around in hundreds
watching the body count grow,
Were their loved ones here?
they may never know.
So many have lost their identity
left with only the clothes on their back
no survival of food or water
not even a shelter of a shack
Other countries band together
to keep in touch of what they can do,
This is not a war we're talking of
it's everyday people, like me and you.
Please let me share this poem I wrote today. I have friends and relatives in this tragedy, two still missing and doesn't look good. One, we celebrated his wedding on the 18th of December, he got his wife to safety but not before the
aftermath of the first tsunami wave swept him away.
Please pray for all the missing and for their families at this time. Mandy
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iv. Lender A extends credit to finance construction of a dwelling. The loan automatically will convert to permanent financing extended to the same borrower with Lender A once the construction phase is complete. Under Â§ 1003.3(c)(3), the loan is not designed to be replaced by separate permanent financing extended to the same borrower, and therefore the temporary financing exclusion does not apply. See also comment 2(j)-3.
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Africans have failed to address the imminent disaster inherent in the continent because of their increasing population. Despite the history of bad and clueless leadership, poverty, weak economy and famine currently ravaging several parts of Africa, its people have continued to procreate at rapid rate, increasing the already overpopulated planet if compared with the available resources. This rapidly increasing population is having a big negative-impact on our world and until we began to address this, we may not start to get solution to the impending trouble we are subjecting the continent to.
The United Nation's population division has recently predicted that the world's population will reach 7 Billion by the end of this year. This is a big global problem and will have further negative impact in the already over-stretched resources of the world. There is need to be concerned and Africa needs to be more concerned if it is to improve the situation of the continent and manage the already limited resources. United Nation has noted that the world population has increased by 1 Billion over the last 12 years and 4.5 Billion over the last 60 years, while our food supply and energy reserve has not expanded to keep pace with the the population growth. The surge is having a great impact on our planet and if it continues, it may well be catastrophic.
There is no doubt that the growing population is affecting the decreasing resources in Africa and adversely impacting on its sustainability. This growth is having direct impact on the environmental cycle, our glaciers, lakes and forests are disappearing, fresh water is scarce, there is limited food to go round and inadequate power supply. We are all in this together, we need to curtail the menace and play our part if we want Africa to work.


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The union home ministry on Monday rejected Telangana chief minister K C Rao claims that the Centre has attacked the federal structure of the constitution by granting special powers of maintaining law and order to governor E S L Narsimhan that should be vested in the state government.
Claiming that the Central government is infringing upon the rights of the newly formed Telangana state, chief minister Rao had on Sunday warned of a stir by calling meeting of chief ministers.
On Friday, the union home ministry had addressed a letter to the chief secretary, directing him to implement various norms to transfer powers of maintaining law and order in Hyderabad to the governor.
Responding to the strong objections raised by TRS MPs in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha against Centre's alleged move, Union home minister Rajnath Singh said the Centre has only issued an advisory to Telangana government over the Section 8 of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act – 2014 wherein the governor has been assigned the responsibility to protect residents of common capital of Hyderabad.
But the row is not likely to subside as in response, Rao has shot a letter to the prime minister on Monday asking him to tell the union home ministry to rescind the letter immediately as it is against the constitutional norms.
Reading out the excerpts of Section 8 of the Act Singh said, "The governor would consult the council of ministers of Telangana although his judgement on the action to be taken would be final."
This is a provision of the Act and the Centre is not doing anything unconstitutional, he clarified in both the Houses.
However, KCR letter says that the norms prescribed are intrusive and pointed out that according to the constitution, the governor has to act on the advice of the council of ministers.
Apparently aware of the letter, Singh added in the parliament that the Centre understands the sensitivity of relationship between the Centre and States and it would maintain cordial relations with all the States in the country and has issued only a simple advisory to Telangana government.
Incidentally, the Act whose section 8 that gives special power to Governor was prepared by the additional secretary Rajeev Sharma who now has been asked to take the issue upfront with the Centre.
A para in Section 8 of the Act, however, reads, "The responsibility of the Governor shall extend to matters such as law and order, internal security and security of vital installations and management and allocation of government buildings in the common capital area."


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Monday, May 7, 2012
This is my fourth year film as a CalArts Character Animation student. The film is about the troubled life of a hand sewn sheep.
I was inspired by the dog embroidery animation of Aubrey-Long Cook. First, I animated on paper then traced the image on to fabric. I embroidered each frame on green fabric to be keyed out later. The footage was shot with Dragon on an Oxberry. Then, I composited the fabric backgrounds with the animation using After Effects.
I hope you enjoy the film. It was a lot of fun to make.
I'll post making of pictures soon.


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Hello, I am Stan Hays, Co-Founder and CEO for Operation BBQ Relief. Operation BBQ Relief is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that will be deploying to Nashville to provide the healing power of BBQ to communities affected by the tornado on March 3, 2020. Every dollar donated will be used to feed families and first responders in need. Over 70,000 families are left without power as the death toll continues to increase because of this devastating tornado. Thousands of families are homeless and in need of meals as the recovery efforts continue. Please donate today! Every dollar helps makes a difference.
Operation BBQ Relief is providing compassion, hope, and friendship to individuals and organizations affected by the Nashville tornado.
For more information, visit www.obr.org
Media inquiries, please email Sharon Green, [email redacted]
About Operation BBQ Relief
Operation BBQ Relief is a nonprofit organization started by champion barbecue pitmasters that has grown to become the nation’s premier charity in providing hot meals following natural disasters. The Operation BBQ Relief team of champion pitmasters was recently awarded the 2020 Reserve Grand Champion Overall title at the prestigious World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest in Houston on February 29, 2020. Operation BBQ Relief combines its expertise in cooking and catering BBQ meals with its ability to quickly mobilize teams into any area where disaster disrupts the lives of families and communities. Operation BBQ Relief will be preparing hot meals in Nashville and distributing throughout the nearby areas.
“We monitored the tornado in Nashville and immediately called our leadership team together to begin plans for deployment. We have always had a passion and love for the craft of BBQ, but it’s not just about food. It’s about what a meal can do for people in their time of need. BBQ is comfort food that provides hope and compassion during the most difficult time,” says Stan Hays, Co-Founder and CEO, Operation BBQ Relief.
The OBR Family in Nashville
The OBR Family served over 1700 meals yesterday out in the field in East Nashville, Mt. Juliet, and Lebanon. We have a big day today projecting to serve over 7500 meals to families, organizations, and first responders.
We talk a lot about the “OBR Family” at Operation BBQ Relief.
From our Staff to our volunteers to our network of pitmasters across the country, the OBR Family is a solid group of brothers and sisters united in sharing the healing of power of BBQ.
The OBR Family means hopping on a call with 20 of your closest OBR Family members on March 3 immediately after hearing an EF-3 tornado ripped a part Nashville, a city known for good times and legendary country music.
The OBR Family means packing up trucks and trailers in a heartbeat and leaving your jobs and immediate family to provide hot meals in a state hundreds of miles away.
The OBR Family means utilizing skills and resources to provide thousands of meals to communities that have been completely destroyed.
The OBR Family is hope, compassion, and love.
Nashville, we love you.
You are now a part of the OBR Family forever.
We have your back.
We are providing hot BBQ meals to have your city back to singing about good times again.
#NashvilleStrong #BelieveInNashville #WeAreOBR #TheHealingPowerofBBQ #BBQHelps


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Presice‘s highly anticipated mixtape I Love People But Hate Crowds is finally here! 21 tracks of amazing lyricism, honesty, reflection, regret and reward. It’s for the people by the people with the hopes to push back conformity and crowd mentality. This project is about finding oneself and standing firm as an individual.
We are the People NOT the Crowd (Presice chants)! The deluxe version contains 14 interviews of the late great Tupac Shakur which Presice uses specific sound bites to add value to the body of work and to also breathe life back into the legacy of a man whose controversy often blinded the masses of his intellect and selflessness. This is Presice’s best project by far and deserves all ears.
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Also, check out Presice’s ‘Visual Mixtape Series’ Part. 1 “Crack Rock” below…


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Win A Pair of Tickets to See Peter Gabriel at Madison Square Garden September 18th
While Peter Gabriel's initial claim to fame was being the original lead singer for the band Genesis, he has been a pioneer in and out of the music industry. He has had a successful solo career, producing chart-topping hits like Solsbury Hill, Sledgehammer, and In Your Eyes. He also co-founded WOMAD, an international music festival that focuses on celebrating music, art, and dance from around the world. Through his work, he's received numerous accolades including several Grammys, MTV Music Awards, and the Man Of Peace Award from the Noble Peace Prize association for his human rights activism.


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Our B-town is no alien to catfights amongst its heroines. Cold wars and tiffs are quite common when it comes to the leading ladies of Bollywood. So it’s always interesting to see them talking about each other or conversing with one another. That’s exactly why this video has got me rather excited.
After all, it features most of our reigning beauties questioning each other about various things. In this Bollywood chain letter with Rajeev Masand, Ansushka Sharma asks Aishwarya Rai Bachchan whether she thinks that she’s the most beautiful woman in the world. On the other hand, Priyanka Chopra quizzes Alia Bhatt about the square root of 2000 (ha ha ha!). And interestingly, Sonam Kapoor even asked her contemporary, Deepika Padukone , how she reacts to the stupid things that she says about her. The video also features Parineeti Chopra, Katrina Kaif, Tabu, Rani Mukerji, Shraddha Kapoor and Bipasha Basu. And no Bollywood fan can afford to miss it. So check it out now!
Kudos to Rajeev Masand for curating this fun and interesting video letter!