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Kerry Smith is an art director, graphic designer and painter. His work has been featured in the international publications of PRINT magazine, How, Logo Lounge and 1,000 Dog Portraits. (by Robynne Raye)
Smith's fine art has recently appeared in Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City and the Wilco Loft Chicago. His work is also featured in "Rider For Life", a boutique store in Chicago's West Loop. And staying true to his roots, Smith has been an active member of various art organizations throughout the Midwest including The Gogh-Getters and Edwardsville Arts Center. He is currently co-founder and curator of The Gogh-Getters in Edwardsville, IL. In his spare time Kerry draws, writes, plays cool tunes and enjoys life.
Self Portrait (Lime) 2008
16 x 19 inches
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text: aboriginal art Setting out on an adventure holiday ismost likely the most ideal approach to have some good time and to test one's stamina and endurance levels. There are relatively few exercises apart from trekking that offer as much fervor and excite. The inclination to test one's physical perseverance, find obscure territories, is what drives individuals towards trekking. Trekking is a movement that tests the physical and additionally the mental parts of an adventure lover. This activity offers astunning adrenaline surge and you will be truly astonished to realize that trekking additionally prompts some perpetual advantages. However it’s important to carry some essentials when going out on a trek as you will be going through areas where these must have are not going to be available to you so it’s necessary that you get your bag packed with them. You can even buy these essentials atlow costs simply by making use of codes available at Coming back toessentials,here is a list of them which you should definitely not miss. The human form has become the subject of art for centuries. Drawings inside cave walls depicting man and woman as stick type figures were early examples of such art. No matter how bizarre the interpretation with the female and male form appears, it's more often than not identifiable. They may be drawn round, thin, short, tall, upright or setting up, with or without faces, with or without limbs and they're still more often than not distinguishable because body of a human.

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Police investigating how an iPhone prototype ended up being reviewed on a website have seized computers from a journalist’s home.
However, in a suggestion that the matter had gone too far, the local prosecutor’s office said on Monday that it was looking into whether the raid violated laws designed to protect reporters’ sources.
“They have not gone through the material. We’re going to resolve that issue first,” said Steve Wagstaffe, chief deputy district attorney for California’s San Mateo County.
The iPhone in question was left behind in a Silicon Valley bar. After that, according to the gadget news site Gizmodo, someone picked it up and sold it to the site for $5,000.
Gizmodo published an analysis of the apparent features of what it called “the next iPhone”, and four times as many people visited the site as usual. Gizmodo eventually gave the phone back to Apple, which goes to great lengths to stage-manage product announcements for maximum impact.
Apple and the employee who lost the phone complained to the authorities, Mr Wagstaffe said, and police are pursuing the theory that the finder of the phone had an obligation to return it to the rightful owner.
“If you pay your bill at a restaurant and leave your wallet on table and walk out, then someone sitting there says I’m going to get it,’ that’s not lost property, that’s old-fashioned theft”, said Mr Wagstaffe.
Extending that theory, police believe Gizmodo or its employee, Jason Chen, could have run afoul of laws against knowingly receiving stolen property.
But Gizmodo owner Gawker Media and others said that the police went too far in pursuit of their case.
Gaby Darbyshire, Gawker chief operating officer, complained that a California law forbids search warrants seeking “unpublished information” from being executed against journalists, because that data might reveal confidential sources.
Lucy Dalglish, executive director of the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, said that a federal privacy law passed 30 years ago also prohibited such seizures. “As far as I’m concerned, they broke federal law when they seized newsgathering materials from a reporter,” she said.
Unless the reporter was suspected of murder or another major crime, Ms Dalglish said, the only permitted way to go after notes and other records was to get a subpoena, which the reporter can then try to block in court. A search warrant did not allow for that sort of a hearing.
Apple declined to comment. Although these days most of press coverage the company gets is overwhelmingly positive – as was the Gizmodo review of the forthcoming iPhone – it has used heavy handed tactics in the past.
In 2005, it sued a ThinkSecret, an Apple blog run by a college student, for misappropriating trade secrets. The case settled in 2007 when Apple paid an undisclosed amount of money and the student closed his website.

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Sharm EL Sheikh: Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas said today he doubted Israel's willingness to unblock hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid taxes a day after it promised to do so.
"They've announced they will release the money, but so far they have unlocked nothing," Abbas told an Arab League summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
"Maybe they will impose a thousand and one conditions before doing so and guaranteeing not to freeze the funds again."
On Friday, Israel said it would release hundreds of millions of dollars in tax funds it has withheld from the Palestinian Authority as a punitive measure over its move to join the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said revenues accumulated over three months, frozen since January, would be transferred after normal deductions for services.
"They are collecting this money in our name, and charging a three percent service fee," Abbas said Saturday.
"They collect USD 100 million and take USD 3 million. If they decide to deprive us of the funds by blocking them it still makes no difference to them," he said.
Netanyahu's office did not say whether Israel would resume the normal monthly payment of around USD 127 million in customs duties levied on goods destined for Palestinian markets that transit through Israeli ports.
The Jewish state has not quantified the amount to be transferred, but has did say it would deduct debts due for services such as electricity, water and medical care.
Israel's move, which was welcomed by the United States, comes just ahead of the Palestinians formally becoming members of the ICC on Wednesday.
They will then be able to proceed with legal action against Israeli officials at the court based in The Hague.
The Palestinians have said they intend to pursue war crimes allegedly committed by Israeli during last summer's war in Gaza, as well as Israel's policy of building settlements on occupied Palestinian land.
"The foreign minister will travel to the ICC on April 1 to celebrate our commitment to the International Criminal Court," Abbas said Saturday, recalling that the Palestinian initiative came "after we failed to prevent further colonisation by Israel".

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Basically, Jesup achieved peace by making a major battlefield
concession. By his own admission he granted the Seminoles "the most liberal terms."
The crucial article of his agreement was the fifth, in which
he broke with President Jackson's original goals and
effectively reversed six decades of Anglo-American policy
toward the Seminoles. Since 1790, the U.S. had sought to recover fugitive blacks from the Indians. Now, under the fifth article of Jesup's agreement, the U.S. agreed to let the blacks remain with them:
"Major General Jesup, in behalf of the United States, agrees that the Seminoles and their allies, who come in and emigrate West, shall be secure in their lives and property; that their Negroes their bona fide property, shall accompany them West; and that their cattle and ponies shall be paid for by the United States."
ASPMA 7: 834, Sprague Origin 172, Giddings Exiles 140-41, Mahon 200, Twyman 128, Genovese 73. ©
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LED headlampZweibrüder Optoelectronics GmbH & Co. KG
The MH10 is with 600 lm (power modus) the lightest Ledlenser headlamp in its brightness category ˗ for those who seek extremes in the outdoors. Rich on features and performance, it is equipped with a red backlight as standard and with color filters for various applications. It offers various features more as well as Advanced Focus System with Rapid Focus. Its USB 3.0 charging system provides an international standard. Thanks to the transport lock, the MH10 will not switch on accidentally. Lights from Ledlenser meet precisely high standards of quality in terms of functionality and design. We call it "technology engineered in Germany".


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Massive Disneyland Attraction Database
The Zip and Nail's Treecottage attraction during construction
Zip and Nail's Treecottage
November 20, 1955
Avg. queue length:
Nobody knows what the objective of Zip and Nail's Treecottage is. It used to have things to climb, but lawers had it eradicated to make it harder for kids to get exercise.
- If traveling with distant relatives, remember to queue with someone you're uncomfortable around, because this attraction will definitely make it magically uncomfortable.
- After going on this attraction, your kids will want to go on something with less people on it.
- During selected "Magic Evenings," Disneyland annual passholders might try to visit this attraction up to a moment preceeding its opening.
Guest Policies and Alerts
- Minimum height 21".
- Guest in front must be at least 56" tall.
- Vision-impaired guests may ask a cast member for an audio description device.
- The top of Zip and Nail's Treecottage can be spotted from as far away as space.
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Gemvara yellow gold emerald stud jewelry are a classic that you'll wear your whole life. Every pair of our stud earrings is made to order in your choice of gems and precious metals. Most jewelry manufacturers compromise on the quality of the gems they select for earrings, choosing a lower quality than gems for rings. They'll even tell you that quality doesn't matter for earrings because you can't see them while you are wearing them. At Gemvara, we hand select each gem for your yellow gold emerald stud jewelry using the same care and quality standards as we use for our gorgeous gemstone rings. Pairs are perfectly matched for maximum impact. We think classics like yellow gold emerald stud jewelry should be the same investment quality as all your beautiful jewelry, a quality you'll be proud to wear. The gem of the goddess Venus, emerald has long symbolized love and rebirth. Style icons Jacqueline Kennedy and the Duchess of Windsor wore emerald engagement rings. Gemvara's emeralds have exceptionally fine color which gives them lasting value. Even fine quality natural emeralds almost always have birthmarks or inclusions visible inside the gem. Emerald is the May birthstone and the 20th anniversary gem. Classic 14 karat yellow gold is both beautiful and durable. Gemvara also offers every design in rich 18-karat yellow gold, which has a more buttery color and is 75 percent pure for long-lasting value. Celebrate Christmas with a brilliant gift of jewelry that will always remind her of you. Gemvara's fine quality yellow gold emerald stud jewelry are designed to be passed down for generations to come, crafted by hand in the United States.
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$169.00 - Sold Out
Heart of Love Necklace
This one is simply breathtaking. Disclaimer: you may need sunglasses to look directly at it. All the glimmer and glam you could hope for. Every faceted glass stone catches the light and sparkles, especially the heart! I would love to see this worn with a dressed down outfit of shredded denim and black t-shirt. But then again, what a fabulous wedding piece! All components, except the heart, were hand picked by me at CJS Warehouse in NYC.
Necklace measures 24" to bottom of heart with a 3.5" extension chain.


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They are key to legacy but have been overlooked for too long. The next generation of family enterprises – and the importance of supporting and preparing them for their roles ahead – was top of mind when the Family Enterprise Legacy Institute (FELI)’s Peter Jaskiewicz sat down with Steve Legler, host of the podcast “Let’s Talk Family Enterprise”, to speak about Jaskiewicz’s book.
Co-authored by Jaskiewicz and Telfer visiting professor, Sabine Rau, Enabling Next Generation Legacies: 35 Questions that Next Generation Members in Enterprising Families Ask (ENxGL) – provides expert responses to key questions from next generation members of enterprising families, along with commentary from NextGens themselves. Over several years, Jaskiewicz and Rau interviewed more than 100 senior and next-generation family members from around the world, uncovering the biggest challenges facing family enterprises today. Another 70 next-generation members were asked for feedback, which eventually led to the list of 35 questions.
Helping connect generations
In the podcast – produced by Family Enterprise Canada (FEC) – Legler and Jaskiewicz talk about the reaction ENxGL has had within the family enterprise community since its release earlier this year. As Jaskiewicz notes, the book has helped NextGens understand next steps, and has also helped them start asking the right questions concerning their involvement in the family business or office. However, it’s not only NextGens who are finding the book useful; Jaskiewicz mentions that members of the senior generation have been picking up the book with the belief they already know what’s on their children’s minds but are surprised when they start reading. “In many cases they’re like, ‘wow, these questions make a lot of sense, but I didn’t think the next generation was asking them,’” says Jaskiewicz. He goes on to add that the book has been helping to “build better bonds across generations.”
Listen to Peter Jaskiewicz’s full interview on FEC’s “Let’s Talk Family Enterprise” podcast.
The importance of legacy
Legler and Jaskiewicz also touch on the topic of legacy and its importance across all generations. “The topic of legacy came up so often in talking to the next generation, which was for us surprising at first because we didn’t expect it,” says Jaskiewicz. “It is bigger than the individual. It is bigger than a particular group of owners. And we definitely saw the commitment and motivation of many next generation groups to continue and build on the legacies that their ancestors leave or left for them.”
In the interview, both Legler and Jaskiewicz agree the next generation of family businesses and family offices have been neglected for too long, and more help and support is needed to prepare them for their roles ahead. This, fittingly, is the central aim of the Family Enterprise Legacy Institute (FELI). “It is in our DNA to enable next generation legacies,” says Jaskiewicz. “It’s in our DNA to support, mentor, coach and educate the next generation of leaders, respected family members, stewards of wealth, responsible owners and societal leaders who want to make a difference in and beyond their communities.” Jaskiewicz adds that FELI aims to become one of the globally leading institutes in the field, always working with and for families. “We are here to focus on individuals, enterprises, the families behind them and help them find the path ahead to make better decisions and also to live more fulfilled lives.”

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Google (NASDAQ:GOOG)(NASDAQ:GOOGL) search results are more than just links on a page. For companies, where it shows up on a Google search and the resulting traffic can be the difference between financial growth and ruin. And unfortunately for online community MetaFilter, its Google rank and revenue have dropped.
MetaFilter founder Matt Haughey wrote a blog post called “State of MetaFilter,” in which he described the community’s growth since its start in 1999. As the company grew, he added staff, bringing the total up to eight people. Then, in 2012, the company’s ad revenue began to drop significantly.
“The long-story-short is that the site’s revenue peaked in 2012, back when we hired additional moderators and brought our total staff up to eight people. Revenue has dropped considerably over the past 18 months, down to levels we last saw in 2007, back when there were only three staffers,” he wrote in the post.
He continued that had he not laid off the three moderators, MetaFilter would be likely out of business by summer. The layoffs helped to keep the company afloat — for now. Haughhey has also penned a post on Medium that goes into even further detail on the company’s situation.


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1 cup melted butter
2 cups brown sugar
2 tsp vanilla
2 cups flour
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
I cup mini chocolate chips
1 heaping cup of cherries (pitted), cherries can be whole or cut in half
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Line a 9×9 pan with parchment paper. Melt the butter and mix with brown sugar in a large bowl. Add eggs and vanilla, stir until combined and smooth. Mix together flour, salt, and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to the brown sugar mixture. Stir until flour is just combined. Add chocolate chips, stir until just combined. Pour batter into the baking dish.
Using a medium size bowl, coat the cherries (pitted) with 1 tbsp flour (helps them not to sink). Drop cherries into the batter and lightly press into mixture.
Bake for 45-51 minutes, until golden brown and toothpick comes out almost clean.
Recipe from our grocery manager Natascha.
We finally have our Lepp grown orchard cherries at the market, and there’s no better way to celebrate than baking up these ridiculously delicious Cherry Chocolate Chip Blondies. These cherries come fresh from our orchard in Osoyoos, BC and our cherry season usually runs between end of June to August. Over the summer, Rob makes countless trips up the Crow’s Nest Highway to pick up these fresh cherries, along with other Okanagan fruits, and brings them straight to the market for you to enjoy.
Now, to the blondies. These gooey bars are quick and easy to make with mainly pantry staples – except fresh cherries of course. While you can use frozen cherries, I recommend thawing and draining them first, as the excess liquid can make the brownies runnier than expected. Not sure what a blondie is? It’s basically a brownie… without the melted chocolate or cocoa powder.
Make sure to bring them to a backyard BBQ or picnic this summer!

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Recently, I attended an event acknowledging graduates from the A.M. Rollins colored school located in Mount Holly, North Carolina. The name Mount Holly was used in recognition of a reputable spinning mill in Mount Holly, New Jersey. Incorporated in 1879, Mount Holly was and is still known for its textile production. Currently American & Efird founded in Mount Holly, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of industrial sewing thread, embroidery thread and technical textiles.
The town is small and quaint, appearing to have churches on every corner which is quintessential of places in the bible belt. Like many small towns, most of the residence know each other very well and families are intertwined one way or another, whether it’s being of kin or ancestral dealings. During my visit, I was chaperoned by a former student who attended the A.M. Rollins school. He was very well versed not only about Mount Holly history, but African-American history in general. We drove around the town and visited areas specific to the African-American community, including the former home site of the locally famed Hunter Ransom and A.M Rollins school. Mr. Hunter Ransom born in 1825, was a former slave who owned a generous amount of land which housed the A.M Rollins school, churches, and other business establishments. Mr. Hunter was known as a well-known business man in the community and it has been said he frequented downtown, not receiving overt confrontation as other African-Americans by his white counterparts during the time period. Mr. Ransom passed in 1918.
While riding through the predominantly African-American neighborhoods, the A.M. Rollins graduate pointed out the deplorable living conditions many of the homes were in. He compared the homes to those in the television show In The Heat of The Night. The homes looked like shotgun houses and clearly did not meet housing codes. The graduate assured me, “I’m going to keep fighting for the city to get these homes right, no one should be living like this.” I commended and appreciated his passion of making sure residence in the community were not overlooked. While visiting the African-American cemetery, it was clear at some point the cemetery was once shared by African-Americans and whites, but was purposely divided by a road now separating the two. The African-American cemetery is the resting place of former slaves and individuals who fought in the Civil War, WWI, and their descendants. The cemetery is taken care of by members in the African-American community and was previously neglected by the city. The cemetery, as well as other current businesses and public schools are on the former land of Ransom Hunter.
In recent years, the city of Mount Holly has been known for the home of now deceased Ku Klux Klan leader Virgil Lee Griffin. In 1979, Griffin was involved in a counter protest in Greensboro, NC which included the Klan, Nazis, and Communist Workers Party, which was organizing textile workers in North Carolina, and staged a “Death to the Klan” rally. By the end of the confrontation, five “leftists” were killed and ten were injured. In 1984, Griffin was acquitted of charges in the North Carolina state court. Afterwards, Griffin did not go quietly and was quoted saying “No matter what the communists say, the K.K.K. is here to stay.” As you see Mount Holly is like a big pot of Louisiana gumbo with many ingredients that make up its unique flavor.
During the event, it was very pleasing to hear some of the A.M. Rollins graduates discussing the strong emphasis on education within the community. Rollins was a safe haven for many of the African-American students and the African-American residence of the community made sure the teachers who worked at the school were taken care of. Some of the teachers came from Charlotte, NC and other surrounding cities and towns to teach at Rollins. African-American families allowed teachers to stay at their homes, providing room and board. It was mentioned numerous times “all we had was each other.” Other non-savory experiences not included during the event was the frequent Klan activity at a place called “The Hill”. I sensed a hesitancy from many of the African-Americans in the crowd to speak. Those in attendance were individuals from ages 4 to their early 90’s. This silence can be somewhat typical in the African American community, especially when individuals who are non-African-American are in attendance. It reminds me of how the formerly enslaved kept confidential information to themselves and talked in code about what was going on. We have become the masters of hoarding information, sometimes to our detriment.
In a very disappointing moment, an individual expressed African-American student’s reluctance to leave Rollins and integrate due to the violence towards people of color during the mid 1960’s. A Caucasian in the crowd who was a resident during the time period attempted to control the historical narrative of the Rollins student by saying “don’t you think some of that was just being kids being kids at that age and they just didn’t mature yet.” After the failed attempt in trying to pursued the former graduates to believe “kids were just being kids”, one of the Rollins graduates firmly stated “no that was just what they learned from home.” And there you have it. Mic dropped, and the show was essentially over. No one was in the mood for anymore of the follies, which led me to naming this blog Good Golly Mount Holly!


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one thing that I've never realized about Christmas is just how BIG of a deal it is for us in America. There are songs and the shopping and the lights and the carolers... they're all little things, things that seem really everyday at home. Normal, Christmasy things.
but then when they are no longer there, you end up wondering vaguely what's missing.
and so I have to say it: I miss Christmas. I miss American Christmas.
but the thing is...
at the same time I am yearning for the Christmas I know, the Christmas I have always known, I am learning to appreciate and love European Christmases, too. There are snowfilled villages and cookies and Christmas markets and songs in French and German and Italian. And that has also become a normal Christmas for me.
And it makes me wonder if I will always, after this, be missing both traditions. If I will always be remembering both types of Christmases. If I will always have a part of me that celebrates in both countries.
And if so,
what will that be like?

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Below is the abstract of the manuscript that summarizes the findings:
Objectives: Recent regulatory warnings suggest that high-dose hydroxychloroquine for novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) could cause depression or suicidal ideation. We aimed to study whether there is risk of depression, suicidal ideation, or psychosis associated with hydroxychloroquine use for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Methods: A new user cohort study using claims and electronic medical records from 10 sources and 3 countries (Germany, UK, and US) was used. Rheumatoid arthritis patients aged 18+ and initiating hydroxychloroquine were compared to those initiating sulfasalazine (active comparator) and followed up in the short (30-day) and long term (on treatment). Study outcomes were depression, suicide/suicidal ideation, and hospitalization for psychosis. Propensity score stratification and calibration using negative control outcomes were used to address confounding. Cox models were fitted to estimate database-specific calibrated hazard ratios (HR), with estimates pooled where I2<40%.
Results: Overall, 918,144 and 290,383 users of hydroxychloroquine and sulfasalazine, respectively, were included. No consistent risk of psychiatric events was observed with short-term hydroxychloroquine (compared to sulfasalazine) use, with meta-analytic HRs of 0.96 [95% CI 0.79-1.16] for depression, 0.94 [0.49-1.77] for suicide/suicidal ideation, and 1.03 [0.66-1.60] for psychosis. Long-term effects were similar, with meta-analytic HRs 0.94 [0.71-1.26] for depression, 0.77 [0.56-1.07] for suicide/suicidal ideation, and 0.99 [0.72-1.35] for psychosis.
Conclusions: Hydroxychloroquine as used to treat RA does not appear to increase the risk of depression, suicide/suicidal ideation, or psychosis compared to sulfasalazine. No effects were seen in the short (first month of treatment) or in the long term. Use at higher dose or for different indications might have other effects and needs further investigation.
Below are links for study-related artifacts that have been made available as part of this study:


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Tips and News
In the garden this month by Hazel King
The last four to five months have been trying times for gardeners, however I am sure that we have borne in mind that many Australians lost their homes, possessions, environment and animals.
Study your garden carefully, note the plants that coped with the extreme conditions. Was there a reason for damaged leaves, perhaps the plants are placed against a brick wall, or noticeable in some gardens, against a metal fence? With temperatures over 40°C, radiant heat caused damage to many plants.
When planting/replanting your garden, soil preparation is vital and large amounts of compost and manure should be dug in. Millions of soil organisms will have suffered during the drought conditions. Many gardeners will be replacing dead or damaged plants; this is therefore an ideal opportunity to consider their water requirements. Those with similar needs should be planted in the same bed.
Following good falls of rain mulch the garden.
Winter and spring flowering bulbs will soon be appearing in nurseries; purchase early to obtain the best quality, however only plant at the appropriate time for the species, e.g. freesias from warm climes can be planted in March/April, tulips and hyacinths May/June. The latter hail from very cold climates, so after purchase place in paper bags and refrigerate in the crisper.
The last few years we have experienced changes in season patterns, i.e. late autumns, early summers, therefore check the weather, not the calendar.
Do not remove sun damaged leaves from shrubs. The protected leaves below will now be exposed to full sun and therefore suffer during the hot days forecast for February/March. HK

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The risk management of electronic trading (e-trading) has rapidly matured over the past decade as the understanding and impact of e-trading risks intensifies and attracts more concentrated regulatory focus. However, risk frameworks are often disconnected, siloed and inefficient across the lines of defence. Without dedicated attention, e-trading businesses remain open to the risk of operational incidents, disorderly markets, and regulatory scrutiny – with the potential to eradicate profitability attributed to technological advances.
In this paper, we explore the challenges firms have faced in managing their e-trading risks, and the ways in which they can strengthen their frameworks, focusing on best practices and areas for improvement. We explain why committing resource to stepping back and reviewing their entire front to back framework, can protect the firm from risks materialising in increasingly uncertain and volatile markets.
The automation of trading in financial markets has developed over the past decades from basic pricing calculations and order routing to more complex investment decision and machine learning techniques for seeking alpha. Firms now have large inventories of trading algorithms across all asset classes but have struggled to standardize the implementation of risk management techniques across their e-trading businesses.
Initial regulatory scrutiny and internal risk management was light touch, with the general treatment across the industry focusing on e-trading as ‘just another method of execution’. However, as techniques began to be comprehensively adopted by regulated firms and events caused instances of significant market disruption, regulators across the globe began responding – setting expectations as to how firms should manage the risks inherent in electronic trading activity.
As the algorithmic capabilities of firms have developed swiftly during the recent surge of automation efforts, regulators recognised that prescriptive rules would quickly become outdated and therefore set ‘expectations’ around how firms should approach the challenges. This has left requirements open to interpretation – resulting in a wide degree of implementation maturity across the industry.
Risks posed to e-trading firms
Regulatory expectations only exist because firms are exposed to tangible risks through engaging in e-trading. The onus now is on firms to assess the level of risk being taken as part of an embedded process, specifically for their e-trading businesses, and to develop a commensurate framework in order to control risk.
Any good risk management framework needs clear ownership and responsibilities – documented and managed through an effective Target Operating Model. E-trading is no different, though it has been a difficult area for many firms to tackle. Expertise has typically sat within the business and first line of defence (1LoD). However, the need for independent oversight has been a challenging path for firms who lack the expertise to effectively oversee and provide adequate challenge from the second and third lines of defence (2LoD and 3LoD).
E-trading therefore requires a collaborative approach to develop an effective risk management framework. We will explore later how a robust first line controls framework can be leveraged by the second line to monitor the risks being run. Furthermore, adapting their existing risk management frameworks, firms have been able to look forward towards what a future-proof, nimble framework might look like – one that maintains the core principles of risk ownership and independent oversight, but that also does not slow down the trade order flow and allows e-trading businesses to remain competitive in a crowded market.
We have broadly broken down the approach into the following key constituent parts of the front-to-back risk management framework:
- RISK GOVERNANCE
- RISK TAXONOMY
- RISK MANAGEMENT
Please download the full white paper, to read our insights on these three constituent parts:


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Sussex have signed South Africa paceman Wayne Parnell for the second half of the 2011 season.
Wayne Parnell and Justin Kemp have been omitted from South Africa's final squad for the World Twenty20 due to injury.
South Africa fast bowler Wayne Parnell admits he is disappointed to be ruled out of the IPL after sustaining a groin injury.
England will claim back-to-back series victories in South Africa for the first time since 1949 if they avoid defeat in the fourth Test.
South Africa paceman Friedel de Wet has been ruled out the final Test against England after suffering a recurrence of a back problem.
South Africa have included uncapped duo Imran Tahir and Wayne Parnell in a 15-man squad for the final Test against England.


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Our report from the incident is as follows.
Significant packet loss, causing over 50% of packets to be dropped to a single rack of equipment and a secondary symptomatic effect of <10% loss within the network core. This had a significant effect on servers at Joule House, causing a total service loss to the servers connected to the respective access switch stack.
The duration was 63 minutes.
Flooding within a single access switch, causing significant control plane CPU consumption within other network devices.
Our external monitoring probes immediately reported the fault. End users will have noticed the issue as it had an effect on overall service.
The switch generating the traffic was observed to be consuming 100% CPU, it was initially power cycled in the hope that the device would become responsive again. Unfortunately, the issue propagated to the remaining 5 switches within the stack (in a single rack), generating further problems.
To avoid major network disruption for the entire location, all access switches were powered off simultaneously, then powered back up one at a time. This restored service and resolved the issue at hand.
Technical reports will be submitted to the vendor for analysis, however, with upcoming access-layer networking upgrades, it is unlikely this will be pursued further.


A new study of ultra-wealthy families gives lie to the notion that formal decision making about wealth puts a strain on family relationships.
Morgan Stanley and Campden Wealth Research reported last week that 44% of ultra-high-net-worth poll participants in North America said decision making had a positive effect on their relationships with other family members, 30% said it had no effect and just 19% said it had a negative one.
“The study shows that involvement in decision making helps build better family relationships,” Campden’s chief executive Dominic Samuelson said in a statement.
“But importantly our analysis identifies a vital element underlying this harmony in decision making: having proper governance and decision-making structures in place to minimize conflict.”
Consider perceived outcomes among respondents of investment decisions made where there were more governance structures and non-investment decisions with fewer structures:
- Clear: 78% vs. 71%
- Effective: 83% vs. 74%
- Efficient: 78% vs. 54%
- Allows quick response: 80% vs. 59%
The research was based on a quantitative survey conducted in November and December of 59 members of North American families with more than $35 million in assets, plus in-depth interviews with 15 family members.
The study found that investment committees figured prominently in families’ financial decisions, but they also used family and professional advisors and family office personnel.
Fifty-six percent of respondents said investment policy statements were important, using them to define the family’s investment and financial goals. In addition, 58% of families either had or were developing a family mission statement.
In contrast, only about a third of families reported that they had a defined philanthropic policy. Moreover, 28% said they had a gifting policy separate from a philanthropic one.
A majority of families said they wanted their philanthropy to have a positive social or environmental impact, with education topping their list of causes.
Fifty percent of families said advisors had a strong influence on their financial decision making, and 39% said they had some influence.
Forty-one percent of families said they tasked the professional advisor with overall asset allocation, while 38% said they used the family advisor or family office executive.
A third of families said they gave advisors executive decision-making power over tactical matters.


Rockwell Collins selected for DARPA programme
Rockwell Collins has announced that it has been selected by the Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to develop the synthetic vision avionics backbone for next generation helicopter operations under the Multi-Function Radio Frequency (MFRF) programme. The company announced the news 6 June, 2012.
Rockwell Collins is teamed with BAE Systems on the first two phases of the $5.1 million contract. An optional third phase would bring the contract value to $6 million.
Under the contract, Rockwell Collins will develop a 3D synthetic vision-based imagery system that will be used with multifunction radar. Rockwell Collins will fuse radar data with terrain and obstacle data to produce an integrated 3D view of the operational environment.
The company said that in conjunction with the army, it has ‘flight tested the technology on a Black Hawk helicopter and [is] looking forward to working with DARPA to further develop this capability’.
The US Army Black Hawk synthetic vision flight tests were conducted in conjunction with a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement between Rockwell Collins and the US Army’s Aviation Applied Technology Directorate, the company said. The agreement calls for Rockwell Collins to provide its CAAS cockpit as a test bed, enabling the army to 'quickly develop and demonstrate new technology for the warfighter in a cost-effective manner'.
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With comments on issues ranging from asylum policy to the illuminati, protesters gathered in Sydney on Sunday to vent anger at the federal government.
Tasmanian premier-elect Will Hodgman has spent the day after his crushing election win learning the ropes.
Victorians will be able to choose in advance whether they get life-prolonging treatments if they're too sick to decide themselves.
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FREN 285 - Contemporary French Society through Film
Four weeks in Toulouse, France
Prof. Stephen McCormick
This is an intensive French language and culture course in the southern French city of Toulouse, home of the painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. For four weeks students will live and study in "la ville rose," or the pink city, so called because of its rosy brick buildings. Warm, sunny, and laid back, Toulouse will offer intermediate and advanced language learners a very different experience than programs in European capital cities, such as Paris. During the period abroad, students will take language classes at a French language school, live with host families, travel on group excursions, and, in the afternoons, take the W&L FREN 285 course "Contemporary French Society through Film and Media" to continue to build confidence in oral and written expression. This course will investigate language, culture and social dynamics of contemporary French society, while also examining the historical region of Occitania, the region in which Toulouse is located. As a group, we will visit the towns Albi and Carcassonne, and visit Cordes-sur-ciel, a medieval hilltop village. Students will also have two free weekends in which to either organize independent travel, or to stay and enjoy Toulouse. This course is open to any student who has completed FREN 162 or 164, or the equivalent. There will be two levels, intermediate and advanced.
Prerequisite: FREN 162 or 164, or equivalent. Open to intermediate and advanced levels.
Program Fee (paid to W&L): $3,250. This fee includes: All breakfasts and dinners during week days, lodging with host families, travel for excursions, airport transfer at arrival and departure, course fees for language course,on-site orientation, iNext Comprehensive Travel insurance, 24/7 emergency support.
Estimated Other Expenses: Airfare and ground transportation - $1,500; lunches and weekend meals - $400; supplies, including mandatory French cellphone - $100; pocket money - $500.
For further details, please contact Professor McCormick at firstname.lastname@example.org

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Celebrities fall in love, get married, and have children just like the rest of us.
However, when it comes to naming their children, stars do things a little differently.
Actually, VERY differently.
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Oliver Hudson's wife Erinn just popped, and the couple welcomed their first daughter Rio into their lives!
But how did the word get out about the new baybay? Oliver has his mama Goldie Hawn to thank for spilling the news on Twitter:
— Goldie Hawn (@goldiehawn) July 18, 2013
Way to spill the beans, Goldie! Ha!
The couple are already parents to sons Bodhi and Wilder, and now they can add a girl into the mix!
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Vista Cafe is a relaxed restaurant and bar on Wellington's exclusive and scenic Oriental Parade. Warm yellow walls contrast with the deep green of scattered palms and rich dark wood furnishings. Outdoor dining is available on sunny days. An extensive breakfast menu, with some unusual dishes such as Harrington's Black Pudding and Apple Fritters served with Chutney, will quell the largest of appetites. Lunch and dinner menu is varied.
- Feature: Outdoor dining
- Credit Cards Accepted: visa, mastercard, diners


May 11, 2022
Regulatory agencies worldwide are increasingly focusing their efforts on data integrity in GxP laboratories. This increased focus has led to a number of guidance documents being published on data integrity in 2016, including:
- The World Health Organization (WHO) published its final version of “Good Data and Records Management Practices” guidance document
- The European Medicines Agency (EMA) issued good manufacturing practice (GMP) guidance to ensure the integrity of data
- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a “Data Integrity and Compliance With cGMP” guidance document
In its “Data Integrity and Compliance with cGMP” guidance document, the FDA cites a “troubling” trend of violations involving data integrity “increasingly” being observed in its cGMP inspections. A recent analysis by PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Health Research Institute (HRI) shows that a growing number of pharmaceutical companies have been warned by the FDA for data integrity violations since 2010 – from 2010 to 2012, the FDA warned five companies for such violations; between 2013 and 2015, the number was 24. The issue has been particularly troubling for offshore API manufacturers. According to a recent article published in BioProcess International, since May 2013 the FDA has issued warning letters to more than 10 big Indian pharmaceutical companies (including Sun, USV Ltd., Wockhsrdt Ltd., and RPG Life Sciences Ltd.) over problems with data integrity. These issues typically revolve around not reporting failed results, conducting unofficial analyses, deleting electronic data, disabling audit trails in electronic data capture systems, fabricating training records, reanalyzing failed samples until passing results are obtained, back- dating data, and not reporting stability failures.
Given that the FDA is clearly concerned about data integrity and intends to enforce cGMP rules related to this topic, how can you be sure that your operations are aligned with the FDA’s current thinking on data integrity?
Data Integrity and Why It’s Important
Data integrity is the maintenance and assurance of the accuracy and consistency of data over its entire life-cycle. With regards to pharmaceutical manufacturing, the FDA expects that all data submitted to the agency in an effort to gain drug approval is complete, consistent and accurate. Data integrity is a fundamental principle in pharmaceutical manufacturing that enables traceability of a batch back to its origin and thereby ensures that drugs are made and tested according to required quality standards.
From the perspective of regulatory agencies, data integrity violations arise from poor systematic control of data management systems. Lack of proper controls can result in data errors due to human error, a lack of knowledge, or from intentionally hidden, falsified or misleading data. The three most common data integrity issues cited by FDA for inspections from 2013 to 2015 were the lack of controls to prevent alterations of data by staff, failure to maintain records of accurate data, and delayed reporting of data. Data integrity violations can result in financial loss for pharmaceutical companies due to facility shutdown, product recalls, import bans, and delayed or denied drug approvals. Additionally, FDA warning letters divert worker attention away from their daily activities towards corrective and preventive actions, which can cost significant time and money. These violations can also tarnish the company’s reputation and provide competitors with an opportunity to increase their market share.
Overview of the FDA Guidance
The FDA’s “Data Integrity and Compliance with cGMP” guidance document is organized in question and answer format, and is specifically focused on the interpretation of aspects of the regulations for cGMP (21 CFR 211) that pertain to data integrity issues in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The document makes it clear that companies need to institute adequate controls and oversight to ensure data integrity. The FDA expects firms to “implement meaningful and effective strategies to manage their data integrity risks based upon their process understanding and knowledge management of technologies and business models.” Companies that do not have adequate data integrity controls and oversight in place are considered to be in violation of GMP rules, even if the FDA has not found any instances of actual data deletion or manipulation. In other words, the FDA is applying a “guilty until proven innocent” approach to data integrity.
The main purpose of the guidance seems to provide clear and concise solutions to common issues in an easy to follow Q&A format. It starts with key definitions and then goes on to address critical issues such as inclusion or exclusion of data from decision making process, access control, validation of data, good documentation practices, audit trails, electronic and paper raw data, training, ways to handle data falsification, and scope of an FDA audit of data. Each issue is explained with specific examples and provides clear instructions on FDA’s expectations.
So, what are some of the key aspects of the FDA’s guidance document that impact regulated cGMP laboratories?
- ALCOA: Companies should establish Data Integrity controls to ensure that data are Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneously recorded, Original or a true copy, and Accurate. The “contemporaneously recorded” stipulation means that data must be documented and saved to storage at the time it is created. It is not acceptable, for example, for an analyst to record data on a piece of paper and later transcribe this information to a controlled laboratory notebook.
- Metadata and Audit Trails: Metadata is information that describes, explains, or otherwise makes it easier to retrieve, use, or manage data. Metadata could be a date/time stamp describing when the data was acquired, a user ID of the person who conducted the test that generated the data, the instrument ID used to acquire the data, audit trails, etc. The FDA expects that data should be maintained throughout the record’s retention period with all associated metadata required to reconstruct the CGMP activity.
- Audit Trail Review: The FDA recommends that “audit trails that capture changes to critical data be reviewed with each record and before final approval of the record.”
- Computer Workflow Validation: The FDA recommends that you not only validate computer systems, but also validate them for their intended use or workflow. The FDA recommends that you implement controls to manage risks associated with each aspect of the computerized workflow – software, hardware, personnel, and documentation. The clear implication is that computer system validation should not be isolated within the IT department, but should instead be connected with the company quality unit.
- Access to Computerized Systems: The FDA recommends that companies maintain computer system access controls in order to assure that changes to records can only be made by authorized personnel. Amongst other things, this means that each person accessing the computerized system must be uniquely identified and their actions within the system tracked and audit trailed. Additionally, the FDA recommends that companies “restrict the ability to alter specifications, process parameters, or manufacturing or testing methods by technical means where possible.”
- Control of Blank Forms: As uncontrolled blank forms present an opportunity for data falsification and/or testing into compliance, the FDA recommends that all blank forms be uniquely numbered and tracked. Electronic workflows allow this process to be automated – a clear advantage over paper-based systems.
- GMP Records: The FDA states that, “When generated to satisfy a GMP requirement, all data become a GMP record.” This means that the original record containing the data must be stored securely throughout the record retention period. Additionally, “The FDA expects processes to be designed so that quality data that is required to be created and maintained cannot be modified.”
- Dynamic vs. Static Records: The FDA explains that, “For the purposes of this guidance, static is used to indicate a fixed-data document, such as a paper record or an electronic image, and dynamic means that the record format allows interaction between the user and the record content.” Electronic records from certain types of laboratory instruments are dynamic records, in that they can be modified by an analyst. Original copies of records, whether static or dynamic, must be securely maintained throughout the record retention period.
- Electronic Signatures: When appropriate controls are in place, electronic signatures can be used in place of handwritten signatures in any cGMP required record. Companies using electronic signatures should document the controls used to ensure that they are able to identify the specific person who signed the records electronically and securely link the signature with the associated record.
While a recent increase in data integrity violations has prompted the FDA’s increased focus in this area, the majority of non-compliance citations in routine inspections result from poor systems rather than intentional fraudulent activity. Many companies simply fail to employ robust systems with built-in features that inhibit data integrity failures. When developing data integrity practices for a cGMP environment, many companies make the mistake of relying on the saying “If it’s not documented, it didn’t happen” in order to guide their work. To reflect the FDA’s current thinking on the matter, however, this statement should be adjusted to read: “If it’s not documented completely, consistently, and accurately, it didn’t happen.”
The implications of the FDA’s recently released guidance document on data integrity are clear – the FDA takes both good documentation practice and data integrity seriously, and intends to enforce cGMP regulations with a “guilty until proven innocent” approach. It is therefore critical for companies to implement robust systems with effective data integrity controls and oversight in order to avoid unpleasant financial consequences from enforcement actions.


Dog Person? Cat Person? Why Not Both? Wasuta Releases MV for “Inu-Neko. Seishun Massakari”!
Wasuta (The World Standard) has finally let out the MV for “Inu-Neko. Seishun Massakari” self-titled 1st album “The World Standard” (release date: May 4)!
Wasuta’s cutest song in their catalog and staple of their live performances has finally become a MV! The lyrics were written by their producer Manaka Suzuki, who also composed the music alongside Ryosuke Saito and arranger Hiroki Sagawa.
“The World Standard” will be released in 110 countries worldwide, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Chile, South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria, just to name a few. Details on how that will happen have yet to be revealed.
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A student text focusing on the sources, structure and genre of the Gospel and on its social and historical setting as Christianity and Judaism parted company.
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Sonic Mania is so near we can smell it!
SEGA have announced the release date of their newest and most exciting Sonic project in years, because it’s a 2D Sonic – something we’ve all been itching for.
Releasing on 15 August 2017, SEGA dropped not only a new trailer on us, but also announced the Nintendo Switch Collector’s Edition too!
The Sonic Mania Collector’s Edition for Nintendo Switch will also be available to pre-order exclusively through Amazon, available while stock last. The Collector’s Edition for Sonic Mania on Nintendo Switch will include a deluxe “SEGA Mega Drive” style collector’s box, 12″ Classic Sonic Statue featuring SEGA Mega Drive Base which plays the “SEEGAA” startup audio, and a SEGA cartridge cast with golden ring.
Developed by Christian Whitehead, Headcannon, and PagodaWest Games in collaboration with SEGA of America, Sonic Mania celebrates the best of Classic Sonic, pushing the envelope forward with stunning 60 FPS gameplay and pixel-perfect physics. Play as Sonic, Tails and Knuckles as you race through all-new Zones and fully re-imagined classics, each filled with exciting surprises and powerful bosses. Harness Sonic’s new drop dash, Tails’ flight, and Knuckles’ climbing abilities to overcome the evil Dr. Eggman’s robots. Discover a myriad of never-before-seen hidden paths and secrets. Welcome to the next level for the world’s fastest blue hedgehog!
You can still order the Collector’s edition of Sonic Mania for Xbox One, but the PlayStation 4 version seems to be fully sold out, so keep an eye out and if you see one, let us know, yeah?
We’ve opted for a Switch Collector’s Edition, but wouldn’t mind a PS4 one too in all honesty.. it’s the collector in us itching away… naughty itch.


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Surrounded by greenery and located at the foot of the Obcinele Bucovinei Mountains, 8 km from Gura Humorului, Pension Pîrîu' Morii offers modern rooms with free WiFi and an LCD TV. Romanian cuisine is served at the guest house’s restaurant.
Each of the bright rooms comes with wooden floors and a bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms have a living room with a sofa bed. A balcony is standard in every accommodation unit.
Meals can also be consumed on the terrace. A gazebo with barbecue facilities is situated in Pîriu' Morii’s garden. Each day, buffet or individual breakfast is provided at the guest house and drinks are served at the bar.
At a surcharge, guests can relax in the on-site sauna. Children can play in the games room or on the playground.
Shuttle and car rental services can be requested and free private parking is possible on site. The Humor Monastery is 4 km away and the closest grocery store can be reached within 5 minutes by car. Suceava is 40 km from Pension Pîrîu' Morii.
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One day village excursion in the tribal village of Udaipur.
Since most people tend to visit major Indian cities while travelling, they miss out the heart of the country - its villages. This experience attempts to showcase just that - rural life. The intention here is to benefit local communities economically and socially, break barriers and also lay a bridge for interaction between tourists as well as the local population. Free Cancellation Inclusion: Transportation, Free Pick-up, Picnic Hamper, Veg. Meal Thali Exclusion: Tipping Destination-Shopping Note: Minimum of two persons required to book this experience


BALASORE(ODISHA): India on Thursday successfully test-fired its indigenously developed nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile, which has a strike range of 350 km, as part of a user trial by the Army.
The missile test was carried out from a mobile launcher from launch complex-3 of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur at 1210 hrs.
"The missile was randomly chosen from the production stock and the entire launch activities were carried out by the specially formed SFC and monitored by the scientists of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as part of training exercise," a defence scientist said.
Hearty congratulation to DRDO :-)
This is possible only coz. of enthusiasm and continuous support of Modiji towards Missile Technology. Modiji is a gift to the nation directly from the God, Modji has a vision. Jai Shri Modiji ki Jai.......,.,
Stop giving all credit to Modi... Even during the congress there were missile tested, no doubt he has worked good so far... but this truly the best efforts done by our scientist ... kudos to them !!
It is good enough to take care of entire Pakistan!!
India Successfully tests Prithvi ii.. Now wait for Pakistan to test another of its inter mohalla 5 km range missile soon!!
Great! Now fire this with nuclear bomb on Pakistan
Instead of Chandipur, mobile launcher should have been placed somewhere in Punjab and target should be Lahore. That would have been a more interesting news to read
They should have tested it on Pakistan. : )
Congratulations. Well done.


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Snohomish County Public Works has developed CADD standards that address look-and-feel issues, as well as technical CADD subjects, that guide the creation of engineering documents for the Annual Construction Program for the Department. We are continuing to use Autodesk 2012 products. Those standards include:
- A DWT file that includes SnoCo Civil 3D Styles and Snohomish County block definitions
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Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle and Ewen Bremner are set to battle it out for Scottish BAFTA honours for their performances in T2 Trainspotting.
The three stars, who reunited two decades after their appearance in the original hit, are the sole nominees in the best film actor category.
Director Danny Boyle will also be in the running for glory when Scotland’s answer to the Oscars is held in Glasgow on 5 November. And the long-awaited sequel to the iconic 1996 film is also the hot favourite in the feature film category.
However Still Game’s return to the nation’s TV screens last autumn after a nine-year hiatus was snubbed in the nominations. The first episode attracted 1.3 million viewers.
A change in BAFTA Scotland’s rules meant sitcoms were dropped from the entertainment category this year. The move meant comedy shows were judged against drama for the first time for the new scripted television award.
Two crime dramas have been shortlisted for that award - In Plain Sight, which was based on the real-life serial killer Peter Manuel, and The Replacement, a psychological thriller set revolving around rival workers in an architectural practice. Also shortlisted is another BBC Scotland comedy, suburban sitcom Two Doors Down, which stars starring Elaine C Smith, Sharon Rooney and Alex Norton.
BAFTA Scotland has defended the snub for Still Game following the rules change in its rules for the entertainment category, which was still open to chat shows, music programmes, variety shows, game shows, sketch shows and children’s entertainment. All Round to Mrs Brown’s, a talk show featuring the characters from the sitcom Mrs Brown’s Boys, is in the running for the entertainment award.
BAFTA Scotland director Jude MacLaverty said: “Still Game wouldn’t have been eligible for the entertainment category this year.
“Comedy shows are now judged for the scripted television award. The three nominations that are there are three fantastic shows. You can’t take anything away from Two Doors Down, which is also produced by BBC Scotland.”
Edith Bowman, who is hosting the awards ceremony next month, added: “They can’t be disappointed. Still Game has had so many nominations and awards. There are other things out there. You can’t see into the minds of the jurors.”
Martin Compston and Douglas Henshall, who starred opposite each other in In Plain Sight, will compete for the best TV actor prize with Unforgiven star Mark Bonnar.
Morven Christie, Laura Fraser and Juliet Stevenson will compete against each other for their respective roles in The Replacement, The Missing and One of Us.
Ms MacLaverty added: "The wealth, quality and diversity of this year’s nominees is very exciting and we look forward to welcoming everyone for another fantastic evening."
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JULIET STEVENSON One of Us
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LOUISE LOCKWOOD Fair Isle: Living on the Edge
JOHN MACLAVERTY Glasgow 1967: The Lisbon Lions
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DANNY BOYLE T2 Trainspotting
HOPE DICKSON LEACH The Levelling
TOM VAUGHAN Victoria
ALL ROUND TO MRS BROWN’S Production Team - Hungry Bear Media Limited/BocPix Limited/BBC One
THE DOG ATE MY HOMEWORK Production Team - BBC/CBBC
ROBOT WARS Production Team - Mentorn Scotland/BBC Two
FEATURES & FACTUAL SERIES
THE COUNCIL Elspeth O'Hare, Jennifer Gilroy, Stephen Bennett - IWC Media/BBC One
FAIR ISLE: LIVING ON THE EDGE Louise Lockwood, Jo Roe, Stewart Houston, Jonathan Seal - BBC/BBC One
PRISON: FIRST AND LAST 24 HOURS Michael McAvoy, Louise Say, David Marshall - STV Productions/Sky 1
ACCIDENTAL ANARCHIST John Archer, Clara Glynn, Berny McGurk - Hopscotch Films
DONKEYOTE Chico Pereira, Sonja Henrici, Julian Schwanitz - SDI Productions
T2 TRAINSPOTTING Danny Boyle, John Hodge, Andrew Macdonald, Christian Colson - DNA Films/Decibel Films/Cloud Eight Films
BRUT@L Production Team - Stormcloud Games
RED'S KINGDOM Production Team - Cobra Mobile Limited
STORIES UNTOLD Jon McKellan, Omar Khan, Graeme McKellan, Geoff Angus - No Code
1745 Morayo Akandé, Gordon Napier, John McKay - Scottish Film Talent Network
THE INESCAPABLE ARRIVAL OF LAZLO PETUSHKI Sven Werner, David Brown - Scottish Film Talent Network
PLASTIC MAN Yulia Kovanova, Tracey Fearnehough, Ian Dodds, Anthea Harvey
BILLY CONNOLLY: PORTRAIT OF A LIFETIME Pauline Law, Liam McArdle, Mandy Weller, Billy Connolly - BBC/BBC Scotland
GLASGOW 1967: THE LISBON LIONS John MacLaverty, Alex Gale, Hazel Irvine, David Martin - IMG Productions Scotland/BBC Scotland
SIGHTHILL Darren Hercher - Darren Hercher Films/BBC Scotland
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FRANCIS BACON: A BRUSH WITH VIOLENCE Richard Curson Smith, Franny Moyle, Lucy Evans, Andrew Quigley - IWC Media/BBC Two
THE MARVELLOUS WORLD OF ROALD DAHL Pauline Law, Andrew Thompson, Jonathan Seal - BBC/BBC Two
SCOTLAND AND THE KLAN Production Team - Matchlight/BBC Scotland
IN PLAIN SIGHT Simon Heath, Gillian McNeill, Nick Stevens, John Strickland - World Productions/ Finlaggan Films/ITV
THE REPLACEMENT Joe Ahearne, Nicole Cauverien, Andy Harries, Suzanne Mackie - Left Bank Pictures/BBC One
TWO DOORS DOWN Catherine Gosling Fuller, Sasha Ransome, Simon Carlyle, Gregor Sharp - BBC/BBC Two
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JOE AHEARNE The Replacement
SIMON CARLYLE, GREGOR SHARP Two Doors Down
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Here are twelve instrumental renditions of ten traditional and two contemporary hymns containing strong Celtic and Appalachian influences produced by Jeff Johnson. Whether or not you recognize the melodies, and whether or not you know the words often attributed to these tunes, there is something that deeply resonates in the soul when listening to A Quiet Knowing. Johnson, who also plays keyboards, is joined by Brian Dunning on flutes and accordian, John Fitzpatrick on violin, Tim Ellis on guitar, Gregg Williams on percussion, Phil Baker on bass and Jami Sieber on cello.
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Ruth Bell Graham (1920-2007) was a mother, a grandmother, a great-grandmother, and the wife of well-known evangelist Billy Graham. She authored a number of books, including Ruth Bell Graham's Collected Poems and the bestselling One Wintry Night.
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It will still take some time before Charlie is fully healed, but he's already back up on his feet.
"He's doing great, recovering well!" said Russell. "He's a fighter and he just wants to walk everywhere."
In fact, he may soon be walking into a forever home. Charlie has received numerous adoption offers which Russell will begin fielding in the coming days - but she's doing even more to keep other dogs safe, too.

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It is with profound sorrow that I share the sad news about the death of one of our beloved students, who was a fourth-grader at one of our elementary schools.
Coppell ISD is aware of a video circulating on social media showing an incident at Coppell Middle School North involving a physical altercation between two students.
Several high school students in the Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) placed in the top five at the recent state competition.
Please be advised of the Coppell ISD attendance policy:
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While there are many different supplements on the market that tout a variety of health benefits, it can be tough to know which ones are worth taking and which ones are nothing more than snake oil.
This blog post will focus on only the most proven supplements, vitamins and minerals that have the most scientific support – such as fish oil, iron supplements if pregnant or anemic, and vitamin D. We also include info for who these supplements are best!
While supplements are generally safe, they can benefit certain types of people with various deficiencies or specific health problems much more so than the average person who wants to take a multivitamin.
We hope this post can help make informed decisions about which supplements are right for you. We will also provide tips on how to choose the right supplements for your needs.
So whether you’re just trying to stay healthy or you’re dealing with a specific health issue, read on for information about the best supplements for you!
Fish Oil – For everyone, but especially those with heart issues
Fish oil is a supplement that contains fatty acids – specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) – which have been shown to offer a host of health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke, lower blood pressure, and improved cognitive function.
Fish oil supplements usually come in the form of capsules containing either EPA and DHA or just DHA. The American Heart Association recommends taking 2-4 grams of EPA + DHA per day for people with coronary heart disease and 1 gram per day for people without coronary heart disease.
Together, EPA and DHA are known as Omega-3 fatty acids.
What are Omega-3 fatty acids and why are they important?
Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of fat that is essential for human health. They can be found in fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna, as well as in flaxseeds and chia seeds. Omega-3 fatty acids are important for heart health and have also been linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive decline.
Overall, fish oil we believe to be the best supplement for a variety of people, and especially those with heart conditions. They help promote heart health, keep your nerve and blood cells healthy, and help minimize the risk of a variety of health conditions (like heart disease).
Iron Supplements – Good for Vegans & Pregnancy
About 12 years ago I tried a strict vegetarian diet and didn’t get enough iron intake and became anemic. I felt fatigued and exhausted all the time, but didn’t know about anemia until I got a blood test.
Fortunately, with iron supplements and by switching around my diet, my blood iron levels returned to normal in about 1 month.
But what is iron and why is it important?
Iron is a mineral that is essential for carrying oxygen in the blood and is found in food sources like red meat, poultry, seafood, beans, lentils, dark leafy greens, and fortified foods.
Without enough iron in your blood, you can develop anemia, which as we mentioned, can lead to fatigue and exhaustion.
Harvard’s School of Public Health says about iron, “Iron is a major component of hemoglobin, a type of protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from your lungs to all parts of the body. Without enough iron, there aren’t enough red blood cells to transport oxygen, which leads to fatigue.”
The amount of iron you need will depend on your age, gender, and health status; women between the ages of 19-50 need 18 mg/day while men only need 8 mg/day. Pregnant women need 27 mg/day.
If you are pregnant or anemic, your doctor may recommend that you take an iron supplement.
Why? Because 27mg of iron per day is significantly higher than the needs of the average person. And if you’re pregnant and lacking iron, your baby will be at higher risk for birth defects.
So while iron is not a ‘vitamin’ per say, it is a mineral, and this is one of the best mineral supplements if you are pregnant and low on iron.
Folic acid is similar to iron in that it is necessary for the formation of hemoglobin, however, its main function is as a coenzyme in single carbon transfer reactions which are important in amino acid metabolism.
These reactions are important in the synthesis of nucleic acids and thus folic acid is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division.
Essentially both folic acid and iron are essential nutrients that pregnant women can really benefit from!
Folic acid deficiencies can lead to megaloblastic anemia and neural tube defects. It is recommended that all women who could become pregnant should take 400 micrograms of folate (the natural form of folic acid) daily and continue to do so throughout the first trimester of pregnancy.
This increases to 600 micrograms during the second and third trimesters. Supplements are available over the counter and many dietary items such as breakfast cereals are fortified with folic acid.
Vitamin D – For those who don’t get enough sunlight
Vitamin D is another nutrient that is essential for overall health. It helps the body absorb calcium and promotes bone growth.
Some of the strongest scientific evidence in the world supports the health benefits of this essential vitamin.
For example, this scientific meta-analysis about vitamin D states, “Vitamin D has received worldwide attention not only for its importance for bone health in children and adults but also for reducing risk for many chronic diseases including autoimmune diseases, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, many cancers and infectious diseases.
Vitamin D deficiency is pandemic due to the fact that most humans have depended on sun for their vitamin D requirement which they now either avoid or wear sun protection for fear of skin cancer. There are few foods that naturally contain vitamin D.“
Wait, what? Vitamin D deficiency is a pandemic? How could that be?
Well, the most common source of vitamin D is the sun but what if you don’t live in a sunny area, or spend most of your days inside without sunlight?
You may have low vitamin D levels and if that’s the case, then our recommendation is that you need to eat more foods with vitamin D.
Vitamin D can be found in fatty fish like tuna and salmon, beef liver, cheese, egg yolks, and fortified foods like milk and cereal.
If you aren’t sure about your vitamin D levels, you can order an online blood test specifically for vitamin D.
Another option is to take a vitamin D supplement to reach the recommended daily intake – 600 IU/day for adults under age 70 and 800 IU/day for adults over age 70.
Most people don’t need vitamin D, but if your levels are low you will benefit a lot by taking a vitamin D supplement.
Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that live in the gut. They help to break down food, absorb nutrients, and fight harmful bacteria.
Probiotics are important for gut health, and research has shown that they can also help to improve immunity, reduce inflammation, and even improve mood.
In this scientific review, the authors collected close to 300 meta-analysis articles for 20 years, investigating the effect of probiotics in the prevention and treatment of diseases. They found through rigorous research, “Most meta-analyses indicated probiotics were 79% effective in preventing or treating the diseases.”
However, probiotics are not naturally present in the body, and so it is important to get them from food or supplements.
Without enough probiotics, the gut can become imbalanced, leading to digestive problems, a weakened immune system, and even depression. Therefore, it is essential to make sure that you are getting enough probiotics every day, along with eating a balanced diet.
Foods that are a good source of probiotics include yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, miso soup, and pickles. You can also take a probiotic supplement for stomach health to make sure you are getting enough.
Mushroom Supplements – Immunity and More
Among natural health supports, mushroom supplements have been gaining attention. Reishi supplements, one of a variety of mushroom supplements, are made from the Ganoderma Lucidum mushroom and are linked to several potential health benefits. In addition to enhancing the immune system, reishi may have the potential to alleviate stress, contribute to better sleep, and even support heart health by helping to lower blood pressure.
Researchers also highlight the adaptogenic qualities of reishi, a property that allows the body to counteract various forms of stress. Despite the promising benefits, possible side effects such as digestive upset or skin rashes warrant a consultation with a healthcare provider before starting reishi supplements.
A multivitamin is a supplement that contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, D, E, and K, and minerals such as calcium and iron. However, I want to be clear because robust scientific research does NOT support multivitamins!
For example, in this meta analysis of 21 science studies in which 90,000+ participants were studied, they conclude: “Across all studies, no effect of multivitamin-multimineral treatment on all-cause mortality was observed.”
So while a multivitamin is no substitute for a healthy diet, it can be a helpful way to ensure that you’re getting all the nutrients you need, or at the very least improve your peace of mind.
For example, I personally take a daily multivitamin, even though I know the science research doesn’t support multivitamins.
So why would I take a multivitamin if I knew it probably wouldn’t benefit me? Because in the back of my mind, I realize I may have a vitamin or mineral deficiency, and I like taking a multivitamin just to make sure I got my bases covered.
Overall, if you have a healthy diet, you probably don’t need one. But if you’re looking to supplement your diet or simply want peace of mind, a daily multivitamin can be a smart addition to your health routine.
How do I know what supplement is best for me?
With so many different vitamins on the market, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. Here are a few tips to help you choose the best vitamin for your needs.
1. First, identify your specific health needs.
When it comes to vitamins, more is not always better. In fact, vitamins are most effective when used to treat a specific health problem.
For example, if you are trying to improve your energy levels, taking a vitamin B12 supplement can be helpful. However, if you don’t have a specific health need, taking a daily multivitamin is unlikely to provide any benefits.
So, before you start popping pills, it’s important to identify your specific health needs. Once you know what you’re looking for, you can select the best vitamin for your needs.
2. Next, research the science behind various vitamins.
Not all vitamins are created equal – some have more scientific support than others. Be sure to read up on the latest research to see which vitamins are most effective for your specific health problem.
For example, vitamin C is one of the most well-known and widely used vitamins. It is a water-soluble vitamin that is found in many fruits and vegetables, as well as in supplements.
Vitamin C is known for its role in boosting immunity, and it has also been shown to help reduce the severity of allergic reactions and helps to fight off infections. However, recent research has suggested that vitamin C may not be as effective as previously thought.
One study found that vitamin C supplements did not reduce the risk of colds or other respiratory infections. Another study found that vitamin C did not improve cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease and metal toxicity.
While more research is needed, these findings suggest that vitamin C may not be as beneficial as once thought. The same thing can be said for other vitamins as well!
3. Finally, check the ingredient list of any supplements you’re considering.
With so many supplements on the market, it can be hard to know which one to choose. When it comes to treatment for anxiety, you want to make sure you are getting the most effective supplement possible.
Checking the ingredient list is a good place to start. Make sure that the ingredients with the most scientific support are included in the supplement you choose. This will help ensure that you’re getting the best possible treatment!
You may want to review the most popular supplements (as these are usually popular for good reason) but take everything with a grain of salt and do your own research!
What Supplements Should I Take Conclusion
While there are many different supplements available on the market today, not all of them are backed by science, and certain supplements are better than others for various health conditions.
This blog post has focused on only the most proven dietary supplements that have the most scientific support – such as fish oil, iron supplements if pregnant or anemic, and vitamin D – so that you can make informed decisions about taking dietary supplements that are best for you, if you want.
If you want more info about supplements and vitamins, including how to read labels, myths and more – read our ultimate guide for beginners who want to start taking supplements and vitamins.
Thank you for reading! I hope this has been helpful in understanding what supplements you should be taking to enhance health. If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.

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Kyanite Sterling Silver Necklace – Teardrop Shape, Blue
Blue kyanite sterling silver necklace has a beautiful shape of a teardrop. Its blue kyanite is vibrant and naturally produced in a soft oval shape and a sterling silver form. The two small scrolls extend from the teardrop’s base to its top. The .925 sterling necklace includes a snake chain with a silver plating finish. The good thing about its large loop is that it fits most kinds of the chain so you can use a lot of stringing options! For what it’s worth, switching chains is an absolutely simple way of changing how the necklace would look. If you are wanting to have a semi-hippy look, the waxed cotton cord would be your best option.
This beautiful pendant can be worn during formal occasions especially when you like to add crystal energy. If someone in your life desires to uphold their Chakras or expand the psychic abilities, then kyanite is the most delightful jewelry gift you can give to them.
Other than Yoga items and crystal healing, you can check our wide selection of other jewelry.
What is the Blue Kyanite:
Unlike other crystals, the blue kyanite does not accumulate a spiritual negative charge. It has been used conventionally as a stone representing communication and the truth. It is associated with higher-level Chakras while maintaining the harmony between each of the seven Chakras. The Chakras, when harmonized, bring out calmness and oneness and these give way for smooth communication between each person and within each one of them. Overall, kyanite is for those individuals who seek balance and spiritual experiences.
Features of the Kyanite Sterling Silver Necklace:
- Blue kyanite sterling in a silver necklace
- Snake chain silver plating
- A large loop that enables most chains to fit
- Vibrant stone facilitates balancing of Chakras during a crystal healing process
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Tickets for the spring production of the Dramatic Club will go on sale today at the Co-operative Branch and Herrick's at $1 and $1.50. The four plays to be given this spring are "The Reunion," by Eleanor Hinkley, Radcliffe Sp; "Transfer of Property, by Mark W. Reed; "The Little Cards," by John Redhead Froome; and "The Harbor of Lost Ships," by Louise Whitefield Bray.
There will be three performances on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings, April 3, 4, and 5. The first two performances will be at the Hasty Pudding Theatre, Cambridge, while the Thursday production will be held in Copley Hall, Boston. There will be dancing after all three performances.