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Maryland senators are scheduled to hear testimony on a bill that would require hospitals and abortion providers to report the number of pregnancies they terminate.
The bill, which will be considered Wednesday, would require the state Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to collect demographic information including the age, race and marital status of women treated in Maryland.
The reports would also include the estimated gestational age of the fetus at the time of the abortion and the number of prior pregnancies the patient has had, as well as an explanation of the “outcome” of those pregnancies.
The report would not include the patients' names, nor would they be considered a public record.
A version of the legislation has also been introduced in the House of Delegates.


Does Your Business Need AI, or Suitable Algorithms
Does Your Business Need AI, or Suitable Algorithms
Does Your Business Need AI, or Suitable Algorithms As the Key To Profits
Jule 13, 2020
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The history of algorithms is really fascinating: from Ancient Babylon calculations called "The Earliest Programs", to innovative convolutional Artificial Intelligence (AI) neural network applied to analyze visual imagery in 2020. Nowadays algorithms are the vital details of every business mechanism given that the processes, insights, and decisions are mostly data-driven. That's why to keep your business moving forward it's important to know how different types of algorithms can perform various functions.
What is a computer algorithm?
As mentioned earlier, algorithms are nothing new. They are simply structured and ordered a set of instructions that have been used by people since the beginning of time. Generally speaking, the algorithm is a step-by-step process designed to solve some problem. A sequence of shifting gears on a motorcycle, a knot tying, or a recipe to make a biscuit - all these are algorithms.
The history of algorithms in computer science is rooted in Alan Turing's researches, one of the most famous figures in computational theory. The rapid development of computer science catalyzed the advancement of algorithms in the areas of complexity and (computing) speed.
Basically, computer algorithms are procedures implemented in code and are run on data.
The word 'algorithm' has become very popular recently. It has transformed from something only mathematicians used to something most marketers use to promote AI-powered products. The media, along with entrepreneurs and marketing teams, brand a lot of things 'AI' that are actually not.
During our projects, we realized that some clients puzzle over the need to implement AI algorithms. That's why we are going to figure out these key terms and concepts.
AI or not AI: that's the question
Artificial Intelligence became a buzzword used to cover a lot of things outside of the real AI concept. Chatbots, speech recognition, network assistants - these tools involve AI in most cases. To be associated with this enigmatic advanced technology, companies claim that their products contain AI tech and use clickbait titles. Sometimes it's justified, and other times it isn't. Along with the 'algorithm', these terms are too often misunderstood. The over-hyped AI concept is used interchangeably when it shouldn't be. It adds unnecessary confusion in an already complex environment.
So what is Artificial Intelligence? Considering that there is no agreed definition (the same story with 'cloud'), we will choose one we like the most. That is Amazon's interpretation that builds a lot of its business on machine-learning systems (as a subset of AI):
Let's formulate some additions to this term. AI programming investigates how to construct a specific set of algorithms that behave in a way that can be deemed intelligent somehow or other. First of all, it is about the ability to adjust and create new algorithms in response to learned inputs and data. This ability to change, adapt, and grow based on data is described as "intelligence." AI focuses on three cognitive skills: learning, reasoning, and self-correction. And the main goal is to find out possible patterns and decide the best one.
What is the difference between AI and algorithms?
AI differs from algorithms like chemistry from the formula. Formula along with algorithm is a basic detail that can be a basis of the different systems, structures, and superstructures. Indeed, algorithms are the building blocks that make up AI and provide guidance for almost any AI system.
A non-AI algorithm is written by a human, while the AI algorithm is written already by a machine (based on the man-made baseline) and keeps self-evolving (hence the term "Machine Learning"). The non-AI algorithm implements the rules programmer has come up with, it may be quite clever and elaborate, but it is ordered and predictable. It does exactly what you designated it to do. AI algorithm is pretty dynamic, probabilistic, and could possibly surprise you by making a move you wouldn't have chosen and can't even explain. Such a feature could be both pros and cons simultaneously (that's why it is crucial pre-stage to define does AI solutions match your business).
As a user, we focus only on the moment inputs are collected and entered into a system, and then outputs are produced as the results from a system. What happens in the middle is missed and matters most: it's often called a hidden step. This step makes it difficult to distinguish ML algorithms as AI subset and traditional algorithms. Let's try to figure it out.
When mapping between the input and output is going through a defined sequence of steps hand-coded directly, then it falls into traditional programming.
Within AI system mapping is going via the model evolving through iterations defined by the programmer. ML algorithm takes an input and an output and builds some logic to predict an output on the basis of learning through the input that was provided. That logic which is generated is what makes this ML. Its behavior is determined by what it learned during this training step and how it compares to what it's monitoring in production. This is very different from most common algorithms and often called a 'black box' because of their resembling a complex and sometimes unpredictable closed system.
For instance, Google's search database is powered by PageRank, essentially a sorting algorithm for ranking web pages. It determines which sites are the most important based on the number of links to the website and other features.
Let's move on to AI example. Recommender engines (the vital parts of content businesses such as Spotify, Netflix, eCommerce sites like Amazon and social media, such as Facebook and Instagram) implement recommending the most relevant content out of billions of options in real time. This content includes new pages and friends based on your interests, your friends' interests, pages you like, your locations, etc. Such recommender systems represent an AI system based on a highly efficient but probabilistic ranking.
Does your buseness really need AI: pros and cons of artificial intelligence
Where the business case is proven and effective, AI can become a great engine of efficiency and accuracy gaining. High-ROI AI projects are real. That said, before adopting or deploying AI, ask yourself, do you really need to risk the significant investments both in terms of capital and resources?
No doubt, that businesses need to consider carefully whether the adoption of AI is the right choice. AI can help to streamline many processes and make them more smooth. That is about:
making processes more efficient
developing smarter products and services
eliminating repetitive routine tasks
scanning tons of data and use that as a basis for decision making
But let us figure out the main cons that can be crucial for your business:
requiring a huge amount of data
requiring an upfront compute power
vailability of preliminarily classified data that can be cumbersome and expensive to obtain
And of course, the lack of abstract thinking, ethics, and value of experience is the core problem (in the author's view, unsolvable) to bringing AI closer to human intelligence. So just all we need is to take off the rose-colored glasses and don't relying too much on AI fantastic opportunities. But instead, we should better know real use cases and abilities of AI toolkit.
How to select an algorithm for solving a particular problem?
Strong algorithms are allowing organizations to scale in ways that weren't possible before. For instance, UPS', an American multinational package delivery making 16 million deliveries per day, applies telematics and algorithms to eliminate inefficient routing. Thus the company saves its drivers 85 million miles a year representing $300 million savings per year in monetary terms.
The weak algorithm tends to be a one-trick pony: simple and single-task oriented while strong algorithm carries on tasks that are more complex, for example, multi-classification problem.
The desire of many businesses to implement or deploy AI is rightfully driven by the positive change that many have witnessed it bring across industries. But let's mark that configuration and modernization existing processes may bring similar benefits without the added risk and outlay associated with the introduction of AI tech.
Freshcode case: solving problem and saving resources
Now we want to share some insights about our experience when the client thought about AI implementation but traditional algorithms were enough for his requirements and needs. It saved a lot of resources.
Сustomer wanted to reorganize the delivery routing process in his Uber-like delivering app to improve the effectiveness of the business processes. Our team worked on the routing module responsible for the algorithm for searching and optimizing each driver's route.
The existing routing algorithm was implemented from a geometric (simplified) point of view and didn't take into account the number of important parameters.
We completed the full technical configuration of the module using Google OR-tools that are able to generate permutations, combinations, and other combinatorial sequences. Google OR-tools was a basis for the algorithm for finding the optimal route using a distance matrix for obtaining data on traffic between the delivery points. As for the geolocations, we choose OpenStreetMap that provides the required functionality within the client's budget. The main self-explanatory result of our collaboration was receiving commercial benefits right after the system update.
The algorithm types to be selected depends on the specifics and the purpose of a particular business goal. You are welcome to leverage our experience and get a consultation on software development. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out via LinkedIn, or fill the form on our website to get a free consultation.


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MEXICO CITY Dec 10 (Reuters) - Mexico's biggest retailer Wal-Mart de Mexico said on Monday that sales at its Mexican stores open for at least a year rose 5.5 percent in November from a year earlier.
- Housing, jobs data weaken, but overall economic picture still upbeat
- Target holiday cyber breach hits 40 million payment cards |
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You want to download a free anime movie, but you don’t know the best ones. You will find many sites devoted to downloading paid and free anime movies, but you still do not know which ones are considered classics. Read on to learn more about classic free anime movie downloads. You may or may not agree with the following free anime movie download options.
The anime movie Akira was released in 1988 and is considered one of the defining moments in Japanese anime history. It dared to go where no other animated movie had gone before, with attention to detail creating a realistic world that had only been imagined before. Written and directed by Akira and based on the manga he created, Akira is set in a post-apocalyptic Japan overrun by violent biker gangs.
Laputa was released in 1986 and is also considered a classic. It reflects Hayao Miyazakis’ fascination with flight with the character of Sheeta, who crashed from an airplane attacked by hijackers. This movie was not released in the West until 2004.
Whisper of the Heart is from Studio Ghibli and is directed by Yoshifumi Kondo, with a screenplay by Hayao Miyazaki. The story of Young Shizuku, who lives in a modern Japanese city. She realizes that she is drawn to a boy who reads the same genre of books as her. A favorite among Japanese anime fans for its intellectually stimulating love story.
Released in 1984, Nausicaa is considered by some to be Hayao Miyazaki’s best and one of the best animated films to ever create. It tells the future story of Princess Nausicaa, whose world is devastated by war and pollution. This future world is slowly transforming itself into a strange place full of giant insects. The survivors are trying to kill each other and the princess has to help her people when they are invaded. He must overcome the hatred and violence among his people and within himself. The full name of this classic anime movie is Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind.

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MINNEAPOLIS – The patent estate surrounding Suntheanine® isomerically pure natural L-theanine expanded with the issuance of U.S. patent 6,831,103. The allowed claims center upon methods and compositions for treating symptoms associated with PMS, along with a description of aiding menopausal symptoms. The patent is assigned to Taiyo Kagaku Co. Ltd in Japan, the manufacturer of Suntheanine.
Suntheanine has been subjected to clinical trials evaluating its efficacy in PMS, with promising results. Previous patent filings have leveraged Suntheanine’s bioactivity related to sleep quality and mood modulation without inducing drowsiness.
A composition described in the current patent claims minerals in combination with Suntheanine. A notable body of clinical evidence has explored the efficacy of calcium or magnesium, or magnesium-calcium mixtures, showing improvements in some of the constellation of PMS symptoms. Notably, the patent describes Suntheanine’s “umami” flavor traits as decreasing the unpleasantness of mineral-fortified beverages, suggesting new applications and formats.
“This patent adds to the over 50 U.S. and international patents and patents pending for Suntheanine, increasing its global insulation,” said Scott Smith, vice president of Taiyo International. “This most recent award from the U.S. Patent Office magnifies the inventiveness of Suntheanine and its supportive body of scientific evidence, offering the intellectual assets and competitive advantage highly desired by our customers”.
Taiyo International is the North American sales office for Taiyo Kagaku Japan, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for the food, beverage and dietary supplement industries. Taiyo focuses on the development of innovative ingredients, derived from natural sources, to further develop the body’s ability to protect and manage one’s health.
Suntheanine® is Taiyo’s exclusive brand of pure L-theanine, supported by extensive clinical trials. Suntheanine is protected by over 40 U.S. and international patents for its various physiological efficacies and L-isomer-specific production processes.
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Phoenix is a vibrant and dynamic city known for its warm weather, beautiful desert landscapes, and thriving arts and culture scene. The city offers residents and visitors a wide range of entertainment opportunities—everything from hiking and biking in the mountains to the multiple museums and galleries in the downtown area. With a strong economy and excellent schools, Phoenix is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
If you want to design your dream home in Phoenix, the list below features the leading residential architects to consider. These architects are known for their exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and ability to create homes that reflect their clients’ unique characters and styles. Our team handpicked the firms after evaluating their portfolios, backgrounds, awards, industry affiliations, and press features. Whether you are looking for a modern desert retreat, a traditional southwestern-style home, or a contemporary urban oasis, you will find an architect on this list that can bring your vision to life.
15990 N Greenway-Hayden Loop, Suite C-100, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
PHX Architecture is a highly acclaimed architecture firm based in Scottsdale. It has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, personalized design solutions. With licenses in seven states, the firm has assembled a team of talented professionals with a shared passion for detail and inventive design.
At PHX Architecture, the design concepts are not preconceived but respond to each project’s unique characteristics, conforming and adapting to create functional, beautiful, and sustainable spaces. The firm offers various architectural services, from site planning and construction administration to graphic renderings, often focusing on classic and contemporary residential, specialty commercial, golf clubhouse, and hospitality design.
PHX Architecture is committed to delivering the best architectural services to each client. With attention to detail and a commitment to quality design, the firm ensures that each project reflects the client’s needs while providing an unparalleled architectural experience.
Wendell Burnette Architects
5102 N Central Avenue, # 5, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Wendell Burnette Architects is a design firm that takes a unique approach to architecture. Its philosophy is to listen to all aspects of a building program and develop a consensus with the client, design team members, and potential contractors. During this integration, the firm delivers an architecture that is both uniquely appropriate and timelessly valuable to the client and user. The firm has designed a variety of projects, including custom residences, public commissions, resorts worldwide, and the much-acclaimed Amangiri Resort.
The work of Wendell Burnette Architects has earned numerous honors and awards over the years, including a 1990 Young Architects Award from Progressive Architecture magazine, a 1999 “Emerging Voices Award” from the Architectural League of New York, and three “Record House” Awards in 1996, 2000, and 2006 from Architectural Record Magazine.
The firm’s work has been featured in exhibitions worldwide, including the SMITHSONIAN Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum in New York and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art in Scottsdale, Arizona. Most recently, Burnette received the 2009 Academy Award in Architecture from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. The firm’s approach to architecture is grounded in listening and then distilling the very essence of a project to create unique architecture that is at once functional and poetic.
Holly Street Studio
1319 E Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Holly Street Studio is a design practice that creates public spaces that inspire and connect communities. Focusing on civic discourse and community engagement, it carefully considers each project’s physical, social, and global contexts to uncover its essential spirit. The result is holistic solutions that integrate multiple priorities to create meaningful places that change how people see, feel, and connect.
The firm has a reputation for providing high-quality service and technical proficiency. That capability is manifestly evident in its portfolio of projects for municipalities, centers of education, corporations, property owners, non-profits, and private clients. Holly Street Studio can create long-term, sustainable solutions that exceed client expectations by leveraging a collective of industry experts to form seamless, multidisciplinary design teams.
1730 East Northern Avenue, Suite 110, Phoenix, AZ 85020
LEA Architects is a family-owned and operated firm that has been professional architectural services for over four decades. Led by father and son owners and principals Lawrence Enyart, FAIA, and Lance Enyart, AIA, and supported by a team of highly qualified design associates, the firm offers a broad range of professional skills, applied design, and construction expertise.
Since its founding in 1975, LEA Architects has expanded its expertise beyond the public sector to include various project typologies in multiple market sectors. The firm is deeply committed to its employees and clients. The firm’s staff brings high energy, passion, and expertise to every project, regardless of scale or budget. Featured by Architectural West Magazine and The Architect’s Journal, LEA Architects has been repeatedly recognized for its exceptional work and dedication to excellence in the field of architecture.
Integrated Design, LLC
7377 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite A-220, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Integrated Design, LLC is an architectural practice in Scottsdale, Arizona that specializes in custom residential and commercial design. Led by Milos Minic, LEED AP, the firm strives to create architectural solutions that integrate clients’ needs, building systems, and project constraints into a collective, holistic vision. This collaborative process produces projects that offer measurable increases in value, efficiency, design depth, and technical resolution rather than a singular aesthetic design solution.
Integrated Design, LLC has over 20 years of experience in designing and managing commercial office, hospitality, medical office, and luxury custom residential project types. The firm’s residential projects range from single-family luxury custom residences to additions and renovations. Milos Minic founded the firm in 2011, bringing his extensive education and experience from the School of Architecture at Syracuse University and working for notable small- to midsize architectural firms in Wisconsin and Arizona.
3420 E Shea #200, Phoenix, AZ 8502
Spry Architecture is a client-focused, full-service architecture firm based in Arizona. It specializes in new homes, home renovations, and small commercial projects. Staffed by a team of award-winning professionals, Spry Architecture brings years of experience and knowledge to every project it undertakes.
At Spry Architecture, the design process begins with a conversation. The firm takes the time to understand its client’s goals, lifestyles, site conditions, and program, then develop and expand on those ideas to create a unique and personalized design. The team at Spry Architecture is committed to collaborating with their clients throughout the design process, from sketches to models to floor plans and site plans.
Eric Spry, the founder of Spry Architecture, brings decades of experience to his work. He has worked with some of the top architects in the industry and has appeared in various publications and media outlets, including Dream Homes, HGTV‘s “Fresh Faces of Design,” and Phoenix Home and Garden. With Spry Architecture, homeowners can expect a creative and thoughtful approach to architecture tailored to their unique needs and style.
4309 E Buena Terra Way, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Realm Architecture is a firm that believes in creating comfortable and enjoyable spaces. The firm’s philosophy extends beyond just the design of a building. Founded by Jacques LeBlanc and Jackson Huggins, the firm started focusing on residential architecture in the Phoenix-Scottsdale area and has now expanded to luxury residential in Vancouver. Regardless of the project, the philosophy that launched the studio still holds true—design a great atmosphere and memories will be created.
At Realm Architecture, the team takes pride in its diverse services. It understands that good design is more than just complete architectural services, and that’s why they also offer interior design services. The firm believes that successful design starts when homeowners arrive at the property and continues seamlessly throughout all interior and outdoor spaces. Continuity is essential to creating a comfortable living environment, and the team enjoys working with every client to help fulfill their dreams for architecture and space that will bring pride and joy for years to come.


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Even though they know that last year’s sabotage will be nothing compared to this season’s, the alphabet network can’t really do anything about the actress because her contract is huge.
They would have to pay it and then find someone else and the whole thing would just be a mess.
Pleasant faces for the press though.
Grey’s Anatomy Renewed for Two More Seasons at ABC as Ellen Pompeo Extends Contract Until 2021
ABC has formally renewed Grey’s Anatomy for Season 16 and Season 17 —and, yes, Ellen Pompeo is sticking around for both.
TVLine has confirmed that Pompeo — whose blockbuster two-year, $20 million deal was set to expire in May 2020 at the end of Season 16 — has tacked another year onto her contract, clearing the way for the two-season pickup. It also has paved the way for the series to promote three recurring players to full-fledged series regulars (more on that here).
Earlier this year, Pompeo told TVLine that she had not decided if she would re-sign beyond a then-potential Season 16. “I’m contracted through Season 16,” she stated last January on the Grey’s set. “And beyond that… I don’t really know. I take it day-by-day.
“I keep saying, ‘I’m ready to move on and I want to stop the show before the ratings go down,’ but the ratings never go down!” she added. “They go down a little bit, but the fact that we are able to hold our [title as ABC’s No. 1 series] is kind of [incredible]. It’s very cool to have these kind of ratings and be on a hit network show in this [Peak TV] landscape.”- Source

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G.Rill, TMeasy–A Handling Tire Model based on athree-dimensional slip approach, in Proceedings of the XXIII International Symposium on Dynamic of Vehicles on Roads and on Tracks (IAVSD 2013) (W. Zhang and M. Gong, eds.), (Quingdao, China), August 19-23 2013.
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On May 12-14, 1960, the House Committee on Un-American Activities held hearings at City Hall in San Francisco.
Hundreds of students from nearby universities, and other concerned citizens, both supporters of the Committee (many of whom had been sent tickets to the hearings) and opponents, who claimed that the Committee was a notorious abuser of civil liberties, converged on City Hall.
Students attempting to enter the hearing room were forcibly removed from the building by police. Film of the events made by local TV stations was commandeered by the Committee, which then commissioned the production of a film, OPERATION ABOLITION, to tell the story from the Committee's point of view.
There was a strong reaction against the Committee and the film on many campuses across the country. In fact, the copy of the film now available on YouTube is deposited there by the American Civil Liberties Union - ACLU.
These hearings, and the reaction that followed, when added to the new activism on Civil Rights generated by the sit-ins spreading through the South and the rest of the country, gave enormous energy to what was to become the student movement.
These events took place ten years before the events of May 1970, which saw the invasion of Cambodia and the shootings at Kent State, Jackson State, and Augusta, Georgia.
Stills from Operation Abolition. These frames show students and others being dragged down the City Hall steps, which had been flooded by fire hoses.
The film prompted a backlash among students who saw the film and were offended by its simple minded appeal and by the apparent brutality of the police.

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Folk singer, pastoral musician, and entertainer. Have guitar - will travel!
Celebrating love and life through the gift of music, Terry Little has entertained, ministered to, and performed for audiences and congregations around the world since 1969. A self-taught musician, he has written numerous songs, both spiritual and secular, and has several albums to his credit. Mixed with humor and stories, his live performances of both originals and covers have established him as a consumate performer. Terry also conducts clinics and workshops on liturgical music. Besides his solo career, he shares a close musical partnership with his son Jonathan, forming the ministry "With the Spirit". http://www.withthespirit.com
Member of the Catholic Association of Musicians (CAM)
Yes. Coffee houses, schools, fairs, festivals, churches, conferences, banquets and other venues across the nation. I love it! Special moments: guest spot on EWTN's "Life on the Rock" television broadcast, January 2000. Singing on the island of Crete, 1979.
Secular: James Taylor, John Denver, the Beatles, Bob Dylan & the Smothers Brothers. Spiritual: John Michael Talbot, David Haas, Michael Joncas, & Marty Haugen.
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The Light and Inspiration of Christian Contentment
I have recently been reading through the books of 1 and 2 Kings and it has been quite confronting to read about the perpetual failure of the majority of Israel’s kings. Israel, under the leadership of God’s appointed kings were to tell and live out an alternative story, God’s story. Their call to covenant faithfulness as a nation was to be the punctuation mark of God’s truth, the glow of His light in a darkened world and the pathway of hope and redemption in the face of the pathogenic nature and effect of sin. They were called to be content in the covenant of grace with their God and to be His beacon of light and hope, thus inspiring pagan nations to turn to the living God. But the kings were discontent, and corruption defined their thrones and “they did evil in God’s sight”, causing God’s light to be dimmed. They were not content to live God’s way but allowed the allurement of the idolatrous practices of the godless nations to set their course. The whole world was alienated from God, but God called Israel out to be a light to the nations by living counterculturally, thus showing the world what God was like. Isaiah 42:6. Discontentment caused God’s light in Israel to be blurred, dull and uninspiring.
As I read about the journey of the kings in relationship to Israel and Judah, it dawned on me that there is a dotted line that connects living in contentment with God and being a light and an inspiration to the world. The discontent of Israel’s kings drove them to live in the same dark space as other kingdoms. They told the same story of corruption and hopelessness as the surrounding nations. The light of God’s kingdom that was supposed to shine through them and be an inspiration to the pagan nations was overshadowed by their discontent and choice to live like their neighbours. The only time they honoured God’s purpose and call to be a holy Nation was under the reign of the kings who intentionally lived in contentment, trust and honour to God. For example, king Jehosaphat, King of Judah walked in faithfulness with God. He was content and did not covet the way of life of other kings and nations. One day, he was given news that a great army from the surrounding countries was coming to attack them. He remained positioned in contentment, inwardly and intentionally submitting to God even though his circumstances were overwhelming. He was afraid, but he set his face towards God. He led Judah to pray, fast and worship and made a powerful declaration “Lord, God . . . are you not the God who is in heaven? You rule over all the kingdoms of the nations. Power and might are in your hand, and no one can withstand you. . . If calamity comes upon us, . . . we will stand in your presence before this temple that bears your Name and will cry out to you in our distress, and you will hear us and save us.” 2 Chronicles 20:5-9. Contentment in his God ruled his heart and actions. He was an inspiration.
Today, God’s story continues and as Christians we are called to be the fragrance of Christ in the earth (2 Corinthians 2:15), and His light on the hill, (Matthew 5:14-16), as we live in contentment with Him, even though we are living in unprecedented times where the world remains in the grip of fear and threat. Nations are still lost. Christians living in this post-Christian, twenty-first century culture are still called to be God’s light. The same dotted line connection between Christian contentment and God’s light remains today, as it did for Israel. Contentment in God is a unique state that enables Christians to be that light on the hill in a world that lives under the dark blanket of separation from their Creator.
Christian contentment is a very powerful testimony to the truth of our faith. The threats of pandemics, warfare, Nation-to-Nation hostility, political tensions, racial hatred and the shifting sands of philosophy and culture that moves us closer to godlessness, can all be firing their deadly arrows and the grenades of terror can be going off, but the Christian can be found content and wholly trusting in God’s sovereign control. That is compelling and appealing in a lost world.
Christian contentment is the light and inspiration of hope. The light of Jesus that shines through contented Christians will inspire others to ask questions and be attracted to the life of faith? “How is it possible to be content amid a world that peers into the face of hopelessness every day as hopelessness peers back with the piercing eyes of lostness and meaninglessness?” Christian contentment! Right there, in that space is the light and inspiration of God.
Our call to be content in God remains the same as it was when God created Adam and Eve as original-image bearers. Being transformed and learning to be content in Jesus allows us to reflect His image to the world. Christian contentment as a defining feature of God’s children becomes a light to the world as God’s story of hope and redemption is told through that lens.
If God has put His people on display to the world and “contentment is a force on your soul pulling you upward toward Christlikeness,” (Davis, 2019) then, contentment as a marker of godliness will be a light to the hope of the Gospel. It will be the unique characteristic that inspires others to want the Light; to want to know Jesus.
Friends, being content in Jesus is a powerful apologetic for God’s truth because it is a lived reality in a disorientated world. What does a light do? It shines brightly and illuminates the pathway ahead. Light and hope are radiant attractors that point to Jesus but never more powerfully than in Christians who live in contentment.
 Davies, A. (2019), The Power of Christian Contentment, BakerBooks.

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- MAX 9 operations by the airline carrier resumed partially this Friday, beginning with Flight 1146 from Seattle to San Diego.
- Inspections on the first MAX 9s by Alaska commenced on Wednesday night, post the approval of the inspection criteria by the Federal Aviation Administration.
- The airline anticipates the inspections of its 737-9 MAX to be finished by the close of the upcoming week, facilitating the operation of its full flight schedule.
- Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, the two American carriers operating the MAX 9, have had to terminate thousands of flights this January following the grounding of 171 MAX 9s on January 6.
MAX 9 Resumes Operations
Flight operations of MAX 9 were resumed by the airline on Friday afternoon, with the initiation of Flight 1146 that flew from Seattle to San Diego. As confirmed by Alaska, the inspections of its first MAX 9s started on Wednesday night, following the green signal for inspection criteria authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration.
As stated by the airline, the inspections of its 737-9 MAX are estimated to wrap up by the close of next week, which will enable full flight schedule operations. The airline stated that typically an inspection takes about 12 hours per aircraft.
Quality Improvement Efforts
Following the arrival of the Alaska Airlines flight, a letter was issued to employees by Boeing Commercial Airlines President Stan Deal. The message conveyed the team’s diligent efforts in formulating inspection criteria that ensures aircraft can resume service. He affirmed Boeing’s commitment to improving quality to regain trust from customers, regulators and passengers, and that they are taking responsibility for correcting the issues.
First MAX 9 to resume service
A Copa Airlines jet stands as the first MAX 9 to resume service on Thursday. Following the Jan. 6 grounding of 171 MAX 9s, Alaska and United Airlines, the two U.S. carriers that operate the MAX 9, have had to cancel thousands of flights in this month.
This transition has substantial implications for forex or trading assets. The stock market may witness an impact as Boeing resumes operations of its MAX 9 fleet. It is a valuable indicator for investors in the aviation sector.

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June 6th the 9th annual Disc Jam kicked off in the bucolic surroundings of Stephentown, NY. Thursday had a decidedly Buffalo vibe seeing how, among 30+ bands and DJs, Cypher’s electro rock stylings graced the tent stage and 716 jam stallions Aqueous headlined the night with two lengthy sets. Both sets featured a surprise cover with the Beatles “Strawberry Fields Forever” played for the first time in 142 shows and “The Hand That Feeds” by NIN being a debut, with plenty of jam staples in between, the second set opening “Random Company” being particularly hot, fans old and new happily made their way over to the late night stage. Grateful Dead inspired groove masters Circles Around the Sun had begun their set while the woods stage featured a silent disco into the wee hours of the morning.
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PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF ECO-PARK AT UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA (UPM)
The following project paper puts forward a proposal for an Eco-Park in Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), a higher educational institute located in the state of Selangor in Malaysia. The proposed site has a strategic location because of its proximity to the highway, a commuting line and is situated near to a major city (i.e. Kuala Lumpur). The natural features present are namely a lake, a stretch of river and a secondary forest. The potential social benefit from the development of the Eco-Park is that it can serve as a recreational space that is easily accessible by residents, students and the general public. Meanwhile, the environmental benefits of the Eco-Park are that it will serve as a governed space for the preservation of the natural features (i.e. vegetation and water bodies), which will potentially improve the ecosystem services in the proposed location. An added benefit of the park is that it can promote a scenic view for the public commuting through the area. Presently, a Metro Transit Line (MRT) is in construction next to the proposed site; thus, source of funding can be channelled by the MRT developer as a means to strike a balance for clearing of the area.

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Bought as a Christmas gift for our nephew. He's not an expert or anything so I was looking for something that would work while he gets used to riding one. When I received it I pulled it out of the package to check it out and the construction was good. The wheels spun smoothly and the grip tape was nicely put on. I don't know how it would resist to some board slides but for a 15 year old just starting out its a good board.
Position your front foot near the middle and your back foot on the tail – The best position is for the ball of your back foot to be slightly hanging off, and the front foot more towards the middle. The position of the front foot can change, however, depending on how much air you want to get: if you’re planning on doing a monster jump, move the front foot closer to the back; if you’re just hopping a little bit, move it closer to the front of the board itself. Beware though, the closer you move it towards the back foot, the harder the trick is to perform.
Skateboarding, in one form or another, has been around since the late 1950’s when the first brave pioneer first attached roller skate wheels to a piece of wood. As skateboarding progressed to mimic surfing, skateboards evolved with the style of riding. Skateboards grew and changed shapes as riders experimented with everything from plastic to fiberglass to aluminum constructions - all in an effort to push what was possible. Like most sports or art forms, progression is at the heart of skateboard innovation.
The board is shaped like a cup in the center, and has whale tails on both ends, designed to make tricks easier to do. The blue stain on the board looks like the picture. It has a semi flat finish with no lacquer top coat. The underside is plain which allows the owner to add stickers and graphics if they want but they look great just the way they are.
New shoes + new board + new grip tape isn’t going to help anything you need to reed what is above bro its an easy how to….bend down push your back foot down make sure the tail snaps off the ground and slid your front foot forward in one swift motion you’ll get it…iv been skating 11 years and its taken me this long to finally land kick flips regularly heel flips and varials my tres are 1 outa 10 still so I practice every day and someday ill be able to land it regularly when I want skateboarding takes alot of patients ALOT so dont think you’re going to learn everything over night just sayin
Hey dude i want to push faster and constantly at the moment i am starting and stopping to much i would like to keep going is it because I’m not fit enough yet or am i not pushing correctly I’m regular stance…..should i put push down on my left knee while pushing for a while to keep my board straight?!!!! I also am trying to get my ollies down….. 🙂
I have skated for about 7 years i took a 2 year break. I have had about 50 boards and from that id say this board is ok seeing as iv had zero's break day one. if your newer to skateboarding and you dont mind the cost i would say go for it. For more hardcore skaters there are some things you should know about this board. im not 100% about the trucks day one just doing kickflips 360 flips smaller gaps.. its a bit shaky i dont think these trucks are make for stairs or big gaps but they will do till i have the cash for some thunders. the bearings are hit or miss one is on its way to being blow out the others seem to be fine. I got to say i really like the wheels there was not much info on them but they are smaller and harder and i love harder wheels i hit a nice nolie 360 first try and the sound of the slide took me back to the good days. As for the board i cant judge it off one day of skating but from the looks of it its not a knock off. Here are some tips for buying a board online. find real skaters in the comments dont buy a board because a dad said his kid loves it. When you get the board go over all the parts and look over your board well make sure there are no defects in the board. make sure the board is not waterlogged a few taps should tell you. if you dont know anything about skateboards ask a friend to help and if you find any defects send it back right away. I hope the review helps you.
Level out on the way down – Before you start to head back towards the safety of the earth, level your feet out as the board begins to fall. If you’re trying to jump a gap on your board, this will help you keep going straight and maintain your momentum. Alternatively, you can land on your nose or tail and perform a manual out of the jump, but those are pretty advanced moves. Might want to wait until those little pink training wheels are off your board first.
The wheels of your skateboard can greatly affect your ride in numerous ways, such as the speed, your ability to take control of the skateboard’s movements, and what you feel while riding the board. The good news is that they come in various sizes, levels of durability, and colors, allowing you to pick one that suits your skateboard preference and style.
It’s not just standard deck sizes that are available for creating or replacing your board. You can just as easily get a great longboard deck to work on in your basement or garage. One of the best and best reviewed options out there is the Loaded Boards Poke Longboard Skateboard Deck. This standard-design longboard deck has it all to help you make the ideal board.
Ohderii Skate Skateboards are made of a High-quality Plastic deck which will not easily break even when pressed over by a car. It comes with 3.125″ all aluminum alloy trucks, 59mm 78A super smooth PU wheels and ABEC-7 stainless steel bearings. It is ready to use and you can easily store it in your backpack. It has an average rating of 4.5 on Amazon.

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15 Amazing Thomas Edison Facts About The Light Bulb
Thomas Edison is one of the most famous inventors of all time. He is best known for his work on the light bulb, but he also made significant contributions to the development of the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the batteries that power them. Here are some facts about the life and work of this prolific inventor.
Edison was born in 1847 in Milan, Ohio. His family moved to Port Huron, Michigan, when he was seven, and it was there that he began his schooling. He was a bright student, but he was also very curious and had a hard time sitting still in class. As a result, he was often sent home from school or told to stand in the corner.
In 1862, at the age of 15, Edison began working as a telegraph operator. He quickly learned the trade and was soon promoted to station manager. He held this job for a year before moving on to other opportunities.
In 1866, Edison moved to New York City to start his own business. He soon developed a successful business selling stock ticker machines to banks and other financial institutions.
In 1868, Edison married Mary Stilwell. The couple had three children, two
Thomas Edison Facts About The Light Bulb
Thomas Edison is widely known for his invention of the light bulb. He had been experimenting with electricity for many years before he successfully invented the light bulb in 1879. Edison created the first practical and long-lasting incandescent light bulb, which was powered by electricity, a much more efficient form of lighting than gas lighting. His invention revolutionized the world and changed the way we live. In addition to the light bulb, Edison also invented the phonograph, which he patented in 1877, as well as numerous other inventions, such as the motion picture camera. Edison’s inventions were a major contribution to the development of modern technology and made life easier for people all around the world.
Early Life and Education: Where Edison was born, his education, and early career
Thomas Edison is a name that is synonymous with innovation and invention. He is widely credited with inventing the light bulb, one of the most influential inventions of all time. But what do you really know about the man behind the light bulb? Here are some interesting facts about Thomas Edison and his early life and education that may surprise you.
Edison was born on February 11, 1847 in Milan, Ohio. His parents, Samuel and Nancy Edison, had seven children, of which Thomas was their youngest. As a child, Edison had a passion for learning and soon developed a love for science and inventions. He studied at school for a short time, but eventually dropped out at the young age of 12, due to his difficulty concentrating in a traditional classroom setting.
Despite dropping out of school, Edison was a voracious reader and self-learner. He spent much of his time reading books and experimenting with various inventions and projects. In addition to his self-learning, Edison also received some formal education from a local school teacher.
In 1862, Edison moved to New York City and began working as a newsboy and later as a telegraph operator. This experience allowed him to gain valuable knowledge of electricity, which he would later use to develop his inventions.
In 1868, Edison established his first invention workshop in Newark, New Jersey. Here, he worked on a variety of projects, most notably an improved version of the telegraph. Edison’s telegraph invention was a success and earned him a patent in 1870.
In 1876, Edison moved to Menlo Park, New Jersey, where he established his famous laboratory. This laboratory would eventually become the birthplace of many of Edison’s greatest inventions, including the phonograph, the electric light bulb, and the motion picture.
Thomas Edison was a true innovator and genius. His inventions have had a profound impact on modern life and helped shape the world we live in today. His early life and education laid the foundation for his amazing accomplishments and showed us that true greatness can come from humble beginnings.
Lightbulb Invention: How Edison developed the lightbulb and the challenges he faced
Thomas Edison is an American inventor who is most famous for his invention of the light bulb. His invention changed the way people live and work, and his legacy is still remembered to this day. Edison’s invention of the light bulb is an incredible story of innovation and perseverance, and it is important to understand how Edison developed the light bulb and the challenges he faced.
The invention of the light bulb began with Edison’s research into the science of electricity. He conducted hundreds of experiments to understand how electricity could be used to create light. Through his experiments, Edison eventually discovered the principles of the incandescent light bulb. He designed a bulb that used a filament made of carbonized bamboo, which was heated by an electric current and then produced light.
Once Edison had designed the bulb, he faced the challenge of finding a reliable source of electricity to power it. He developed the first ever electric generating system, which produced electricity from a steam engine. This allowed Edison to light up his laboratory and demonstrate the potential of his invention.
Edison also faced the challenge of creating a durable version of the light bulb. He wanted the bulb to last for several hours without burning out. To achieve this, Edison experimented with different types of filaments and materials. Eventually, he settled on a filament made of carbonized bamboo, which was able to last for several hours without burning out.
Edison’s invention of the light bulb revolutionized the world. It opened up new possibilities for lighting up homes, streets, and businesses. The invention of the light bulb also led to the development of other electric devices, such as the electric motor and the telephone.
Thomas Edison’s invention of the light bulb was a remarkable achievement and a testament to his genius. Edison’s hard work and determination allowed him to overcome the challenges he faced and create an invention that would change the world. Edison’s invention of the light bulb is a reminder of what is possible when you are determined to succeed.
Thomas Edison is renowned for inventing the light bulb, but this is only one of the many inventions he created in his lifetime. Edison’s inventions revolutionized the way we live our lives, providing us with the means of illumination, communication and entertainment. In addition to his contributions to the light bulb, Edison also designed several other inventions related to the light bulb, including the electric lamp, the incandescent light bulb and the electric power system.
The electric lamp was a revolutionary invention, as it allowed for more efficient use of electricity. Edison developed a carbon filament that was able to conduct electricity, making lighting more efficient and less wasteful. This invention revolutionized the way we use electricity and allowed for safer, more efficient lighting.
The incandescent light bulb was Edison’s most famous invention. This invention was the first to use electricity to create light, and it was revolutionary in its time. This invention allowed for much more efficient lighting, as it was able to produce a much brighter light than traditional lamps and candles.
Edison also developed the electric power system, which allowed for the mass distribution of electricity across the United States. This invention enabled the widespread use of electricity, which changed the way we live. It allowed for the use of electric appliances, such as washing machines, radios and televisions, which have become a staple of modern life.
Thomas Edison’s inventions related to the light bulb helped to revolutionize the way we use electricity and allowed us to use it in new and innovative ways. We owe a great deal to Edison’s genius, and his inventions will continue to shape the way we live our lives for years to come.
Thomas Edison is credited with inventing the light bulb in 1879. He was also the first to use electric light in public. His light bulbs were made of carbon, which was later replaced by the more common filament. Edison also developed the first power system for electric lights and the first commercial power plant.


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I'VE HAD ENOUGH...I'M HIGHLY OFFENDED
[Ed. Note – I have been away from blogging for quite some time as Erin and I welcomed the birth of our first child last month. My plan was to get back to writing at the beginning of Advent, but the events in Beirut and Paris led me to write now.]
Earlier today, The Economist ran a story about the day after in Paris. The story used the phrase, ‘defiant normality.’ It is from reading this that I was compelled to reflect as follows:
I love the phrase ‘defiant normality.’ When we change everything we do because a group that, quite simply, the world’s leadership has not contained or dealt with effectively, then they win. As for me, I’m not in the mood to give these punks the satisfaction they’ve won.
Should we pray? By all means.
Should we stand in solidarity with the victims? By all means.
But let us do more. Let us demand of our world’s leadership actions – not words, but actions – that show this kind of stuff will not be tolerated and must be stopped.
I’ve had enough. And have for a long time.
My anger comes not only from these terrorist attacks (and this is terrorism – make no mistake about it) but from people being outraged and surprised this would happen.
My anger comes because there are many in this world who are so lost and misguided that they see the most productive way of being a member of society is to commit these acts of terror that are, simply, indefensible. God knew these people before they were formed in the womb, knew the plans that were for them to prosper, sent Christ to atone for the sin of the world so that all may be reconciled to their creator, and yet, unfortunately, some don’t know or choose not to accept God’s grace. After all, God loves all so much that all are given the free will to reject that love and the free will to carry out evil, just as all are given the free will to love and the free will to do good works. I’m angry that there are people who are so far away from realizing this grace and want to live a life of destruction and murder.
Those who carried out these terroristic actions are people who are hell bent on destroying civilized society for their own purposes. I’m not surprised it happened – I’m sad that our world leadership talks a lot about it but doesn’t seem to do more than talk because we don’t want to offend others.
I’m offended that people were out to eat on a Friday night in Paris or a Thursday in Beirut, going about their business at concerts and every other activity in a global city, and had their lives ended because some people wanted to simply carry out evil.
Enough is enough. If we are going to worry about not offending people, and take giant steps – including passing laws and running off of college campuses those who dare disagree with them (but that’s a whole other discussion) – to make sure that no one is offended, then note for the record I am highly offended. And someone needs to answer for me being offended. (I say that only slightly tongue in cheek.)
When I was in undergrad and grad school I dealt with professors and fellow students who offended me by some of their beliefs and actions and how they belittled some of my deeply held beliefs and identities. However, rather than go to Dan Reneau’s or Maxie Dunnam’s office to whine and moan, I took the chance to be strengthened in my own beliefs and identity by examining who I was and what I believed. I believe it made me a better student and a better man, and I pray it will have made me a better father.
More of the same from our world’s leaders? I’ll pass.
I’m not in the mood to give these punks the satisfaction they’ve won.
I’m in the mood to be defiantly normal.
Grace and Peace, :Lamar

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Steven L. Ringler MD, FACS
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Combining over 15 years of experience dedicated to aesthetic plastic surgery, with a commitment to offering the latest in safe, proven, state-of-the-art technology for surgical and non-surgical enhancements, Dr. Ringler and the Center for Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery team strive to exceed your expectations and limit your recovery time in a friendly, safe and private environment. It is our goal for your entire experience with our office to be exceptional in every way. For more information, please visit our website: www.stevenringlermd.com
Dr. Steven Ringler has been practicing plastic surgery in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1983. He is well recognized locally, nationally and internationally as a prominent plastic surgeon and teacher. Having extensive training and experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Ringler has exclusively dedicated the past 15 years of his practice to aesthetic surgery of the face, body and breast. Dr. Ringler also offers a full range of safe, proven non-surgical treatment options with a focus on limiting recovery and downtime for his patients.
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American Board of Plastic Surgery: 1983
Undergraduate Degree: Michigan State University
Medical School: Michigan State University
Internship: Butterworth Hospital
Surgical Residency: Michigan State University; Butterworth Hospital
Plastic Surgery Residency: Butterworth Hospital
Post-Residency Training: Southern Illinois University
President - Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgery
Clinical Professor - Michigan State University Department of Surgery
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U.S. News & World/Health – Top Doctor in Plastic Surgery 2013-2016 (peer selected)
America’s Top Doctors – Castle Connolly 2012-2016 (physician selected)
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Most Compassionate Doctor -2011-2012 (consumer selected)
America’s Top Plastic Surgeons- Consumers’ Research Council 2009 – (consumer selected)
Top Doctors – Grand Rapids Magazine (consumer ballot contest)
Lifetime Achievement Award-Grand Rapids Residency Program – 2009 (Grand Rapids plastic surgery residents)
Stephen J Pratt Award- Operation Smile International -2008 (CEO of Operation Smile )
Teacher of the Year-Grand Rapids Plastic Surgery Residency Program (Grand Rapids Plastic Surgery Residents)
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Spectrum Health, Butterworth campus, Grand Rapids, MI
Spectrum Health, Blodgett campus, Grand Rapids, MI
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Grand Valley Surgical Center, Grand Rapids, MI
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• Member, American Association of Plastic Surgeons
• Member, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
• Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
• Member of International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS)
• Past president, Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons
• President, Michigan Academy of Plastic Surgeons
• Director - Grand Rapids plastic surgery residency program of the Grand Rapids Medical Education and Research Center - MSU
• Chairman - Virgin Islands Workshop in Plastic Surgery
• Founder and Medical Director - Michigan Chapter/Operation Smile
• Clinical Professor - Michigan State University Department of Surgery
• Founder - "Thank You American Veterans" Project
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Skin Care Products
Our medical skin care department has been named by Vogue as one of the top skin care centers in the country. We offer a full line of physician based skin care products and services based on their proven effectiveness. We also feature cosmetics from DEX New York bringing a full array of seasonal colors and cosmetics that not only look beautiful - they are also good for your skin. Our medical aestheticians are also highly trained make-up artists who can show you the latest techniques and colors to highlight your own natural beauty. We also offer make-up for weddings, showers, and other special events by appointment.
Our skin care products include but are not limited to: NeoCutis, DermaQuest, NIA24, Clarisonic, Obagi, Revision, and Avene. Skin Care treatments include; facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, SkinPen, ICON fotofacials, and ICON hair removal.
In addition to cash and checks, we accept MasterCard, Visa, and AMEX.
Financing is also available to our patients who qualify through our finance partner, Care Credit.

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Credit Card Debts Restructuring with Easy Payment PlanSmart Agent47C Jalan SS15/4Subang JayaContact: 016 2067763 Nie Oscar Lai 016 2067763 Nie 016 672 8068 email@example.com For more Info, Contact : 016 2067763 Nie
Credit cards are easy to own,convenient to use and help us in emergency time.
However, repaying the debts can be difficult especiallywhen it snowballs with interests charges and other late penalties
At Smart Agent, we are introducing an Easy Payment Plan for restructuring your credit card debts. This plan will CONVERT your OUTSTANDING credit card debts into TERM LOANS. This is a legal service and is acceptable at all major banks in Malaysia. Easy Payment Plan
Normal Payment With EPP High Interest Rate Lower Interest Rate Minimum repayment is Minimum repayment is higher at 1.5% of RM50 or 5% (whichever higher)of the fixed principal sum repayment amount On projected estimation, On projected estimation, based on a RM10k based on a RM10k outstanding limit, you will outstanding limit, you will take 89 months to settle take 36 months to settle your debts your debtsThe benefits of Easy Payment Plan
Normal Payment With EPP If you pay lesser than your You can afford to pay the minimal amount, the bank officer significantly reduced will keep calling you monthly repayment, lowest at RM50 and the bank officer will not call you You will have no more cash flow Extra cash flow, can reduce left as all will be use to pay your debts and also use for credit card debts other things Ccris record with Bank Negara due No more outstanding to credit card debts will make your credit, better record at applications for other important loans e.g home loans difficult. Ccris.The benefits of Easy Payment Plan
DIFFERENCES(for illustration purpose only, amount Normal Payment Easy-Payment Instalmentmay be different)(based on 10K Outstanding)Full Payment RM10,000 RM347.22 billed monthly (36 mth installment) RM347.22 x 5% = RM17.36Minimum Payment RM10,000 x 5% = RM500 ( Min RM50 or 5% ) If you pay RM50, If you pay RM50 or RM499, No more disturbing calls from bank Bank officer will keep calling officer RM10,000 – RM500 RM347.22 – RM50Interest Charges after minimum = 9500 x 1.5% = RM 297.22 x 1.5%payment = RM 142.50 = RM 4.46Late Charges ? RM347.22 x 1% RM 10,000 x 1% = RM100 = RM 3.47 (RM10) Statement record, Outstanding Statement record, Outstanding Balance = 0 if RM347.22 monthlyStatement Balance Balance = RM10,000 bill is paid promptly
FAQ OF EPP This is not balance transfer or personal loans This is what you call Balance Transfer Installment or Easy Payment Plan (Bank A to Bank A ) Example : You have a Maybank credit card outstanding balance , you do not need a credit card from another bank to make program Balance Transfer Installment ( BTI ) , you only have to pay the outstanding credit card at the same bank , but the rate of interest / finance charge is lower 100% GUARANTEED You do not have to worry if your name is listed in CCRIS , just make sure the existing credit card is still active and can be use. NO processing fees If you apply for personal loans from the Bank to settle the arrears on your credit card , you will be charged a processing fees. EPP do not have processing fees. Do NOT need a guarantor and collateral The banking agencies will not ask you to submit a bank guarantor or collateral as banks do NO need for any documents The bank agency will not ask you to submit any proof of your income ( eg salary slip) as banks do
FAQ OF EPP Only 30 minutes to process your application Bank requires at least a week to process your Balance Transfer request There is no outstanding balance up to 48 months So, you can apply a new credit limit for your card or you can apply a new credit card Reduce the burden on the minimum monthly payment Bank : 18 % @ 1.5% p.a p.m Example : Your credit card arrears of RM10 , 000 X 5 % ( minimum ) = 500.00/ month ( The minimum amount payable monthly to the bank) BTI Program : 6 % @ 0.5 % p.a p.m Example : If arrears Your credit card is RM10 , 000/36 months = RM277.80 minimum payment of our company: RM277.80 X 5 % = RM13.89 per month or RM50 ( Any higher) Renew your records with the bank ( so you can make new loans )
Conditions of Joining The credit card must still be ACTIVE ( can be use) Credit cards must not expire from the date given You ( the major credit card holder ) must appear in person for verification purpose with the agent Every Monday - Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Documents required : ( IMPORTANT : Please bring along when coming to our office ) - Original Identity Card - Original Credit Cards - Your credit card statement, Original and the Latest.
Take action now to reduce your credit card debts! 100 % guaranteed approval Easy and fast processing ( 30 minutes ) Fixed interest between 5-6 % per annum 36-60 MONTHS REPAYMENT Monthly repayment BACK TO YOUR OWN ISSUING BANK No Processing Fees Save up to 54 % at interests charges Reduce monthly repayment up to 48 % Allow min payment as low as RM50.00
A Maybank Card holder 3 monthsstatements that reflect the changes once on the Easy Payment Plan Have a look at the differences!Manage your debts now and reduce your stress with more cash flow! Instant Relief with EPP
FURTHER FAQ ABOUT SMART AGENTS We are a service provider with more than a thousand agents in restructuring credit card debts working for a commission from the banks. This is a valid service within the governing laws of Malaysia. It is known as the EPP or the Easy Payment Plan. This plan is more popular when you buy electrical goods in the shop of electric / electronic products , where you use your credit card to make repayments. It is called the 0 % payment scheme , Easy payment plans, etc. Just that now your debts is the ‘goods’ There is no money involve with us as we are paid directly from the bank IF MY CARD IS “FULL LIMIT” AM I ELIGIBLE ? NO. However, there are several ways where you can get this service SO WHAT MY CARD CREDIT BALANCE AFTER RESTRUCTURING ? Your credit card credit balance will be RM0 . CCRIS records will be clean. How do I get this service now ? Contact us immediately Make sure you take your last credit card payment statements and your credit card Call me today : 016 2067763 Nie

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Holiday cookies, cakes, pies, and breads. Get recipes and inspiration.
Get time-saving recipes to save your busy life.
Find just the right recipes for your holiday get-togethers.
See how to make tangy Filipino-style chicken adobo.
Ground lamb is marinated in fragrant spices and grilled on skewers.
Give chicken thighs or duck legs the full Filipino-style adobo treatment.

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Today after I got home from work Shannon and I set out to shoot at a location we found yesterday on our travels. A nearby developer is building the retaining ponds for a new neighborhood that will be going in this summer. We thought it would be fun and interesting to shoot around the ponds before the new homes start going in. I did not realize how large the ponds where and the image I had envisioned was impossible to capture. I had wanted Shannon standing on the edge of the pond while from a distance I shot her and the body of water filling the frame. Once we got out and started to explore it was apparent that the site was too large to get a shot of the full scene without Shannon being a mere spec in the final image. I still felt we could get an interesting photo from the new location and Shannon ventured down to the bank of the water. We had taken a see-thru piece of fabric and as she unfurled it I pushed the shutter. This was going to be behind the scenes type photo, I thought, however it looks like she is casting a net for fishing and ended up being our favorite of the day. We already have a concept for tomorrow picked out and will see you all then.
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Product Details: This bundle includes the Neumann V 402 Dual Channel Microphone Preamp and four (4) 15-Foot Premium Mogami Gold Studio Cables.
Neumann V 402 Dual Channel Microphone Preamp
The V 402 is a state-of-the art dual channel microphone preamplifier with an integrated studio grade headphone amplifier. Its transformerless circuitry is designed for maximum transparency and sonic purity. The V 402 is thus the perfect complement to all Neumann microphones in order to unveil the true character of voices and instruments.
The Neumann V 402 is designed for the highest degree of linearity and sonic purity. It amplifies the microphone signal without unwanted coloration or sonic artifacts such as noise and distortion.
The DI inputs, too, are designed for sonic purity and will capture the sound of electric guitars and bass guitars as well as other instruments without coloration or loss of detail. Sophisticated circuitry and a very high input impedance ensure a brilliant sound with no audible noise.
A switchable 20 dB pad allows the V 402 to be used with high level sources up to 28 dBu without distortion. The high pass function is carefully designed to remove pops and rumble without signal degradation.
For easy monitoring the V 402 is equipped with a studio grade headphone amplifier ensuring superb monitoring quality at the recording stage.
Mogami Gold Studio 15-foot XLR Microphone Cable
From large recording facilities to small project studios, engineers and artists trust Mogami Gold Studio microphone cables. Wired with Neglex studio quad, this 4-conductor cable offers the highest cancellation of noise and is the quietest, best sounding cable you can buy. Mogami Gold helps cure many of the problems encountered in a typical project or home studio, creating a pin-drop quiet recording environment with enhanced dynamic range.
Wired with Neglex Studio Quad
Offers superior clarity and freedom from noise/RF interference
Terminated with black body 3-pin XLR connectors and gold contacts
This bundle of 5 items includes the Neumann V 402 Dual Channel Microphone Preamp and four (4) 15-Foot Premium Mogami Gold Studio Cables.
Neumann V 402 Dual Channel Microphone Preamp: The V 402 is Neumann’s newest microphone preamp since the launch of the legendary V 476b in the 1980s, which is still widely used and highly regarded in many professional studios.
Mogami Gold Studio 15-foot XLR Microphone Cable: From large recording facilities to small project studios, engineers and artists trust Mogami Gold Studio microphone cables.
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Mooloolaba Beach sits at the heart of Queensland’s aptly named Sunshine Coast.
The pure white sands here are matched in their beauty by the crystal clear waters, which are often dotted with surfers from the Mooloolaba Surf Club. It’s bang in the middle of the beach, and you’ll find the lifeguard tower here too - it’s manned by volunteers 365 days a year, so as with most Aussie beaches, you can be assured that safety’s a big priority here
There’s plenty of space to lounge out along the sands, but there’s no shortage of activities either. Queenslanders love to stay active when they head to the beach, and you’ll find a couple of beach volleyball courts near the lifeguard tower.
On the dining front, there are loads of places to grab food and drink from near the beach, including lots of well-known chains, and some more individual bars too.
You’ll also find tourist attractions like the SEA LIFE Centre and a lot of seaside boutiques close to the beach.
Undoubtedly the quirkiest feature at Mooloolaba Beach though, and the one that proves it doesn’t take itself too seriously, is its “Loo With a View”. That’s right - you can even soak up the sweeping sea and sand views while using the toilet.
And in case you were in any doubt about this beach’s credentials, it frequently features in lists of Australia’s top 10, most recently bagging a 4th place finish in TripAdvisor’s 2019 Travellers Choice Awards.
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Līva Blūma is a Latvian composer, singer and mental - health activist.
Her work as a composer incorporates varied extra-musical sources, drawing upon visual art, texts, boxing matches and many more.
As a singer, Līva performs in various configurations, from solo art - song performances to mixed groups, allowing her to perform repertoire ranging from medieval to contemporary music.
Community outreach projects are important to Līva's artistic mission - by engaging in such activities, Līva works on bringing music to those for whom it is not available due to social, economic or health circumstances.
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08 Aug 2019 Morgan Hayze
Eighty Percent Of Tether Dispersed Into 318 Wallet Addresses
The traditional financial and banking sector is on the verge of a technological Cold War between China and the United States. In the meantime, the crypto become more and more attractive to investors worldwide. This is the case with one of the most controversial cryptocurrency projects on the market – the stablecoin Tether, which is becoming a resort for financial investments for the traditional fiat investors.
In a recent report published by Coin Metrics, 80% of the 4,095,057,493 circulating Tether (USDTs) is being divided into 318 wallet addresses. A very large proportion accounting for 3.3 billion USDT tokens is in possession of large investors, each of whom has USDTs with over $1 million in value.
The analysis and reports data that were released by Coin Metrics about Ethereum and OMNI blockchains indicates that USDT ownership can be even more concentrated. This is due to the possibility of a single user holding several wallet addresses.
John Griffin, professor in finance at the University of Texas, strongly believes that there are a few large players that could manipulate the Tether and Bitcoin prices. Both of the currencies can be affected, because USDT is used as a currency for exchanging Bitcoins by the majority of crypto exchanges. Some market specialists refer to exchanges as the “Tether Mafia”.
As opposed to Tether, Bitcoin`s distribution across accounts is at a larger scale. More than 20,000 unique Bitcoin addresses hold over $1 million each, given Bitcoin’s price of $11,832.68 as of press time.
As CryptoBrowser, Tether is the main driving force in Bitcoin transactions, with two of the most prominent crypto exchanges Binance and Huobi using the Tether for 40% and 80% of their transactions, respectively.
Apart from exchanges like Binance, Huobi, and Bitfinex (Bitfinex being also a major owner of Tether), other big players include brokerage companies, targeted at Chinese investors who seek alternatives to the falling Chinese Yuan.
The concentration of Tether could bring massive volatility to the $300 billion crypto market, resulting in another crypto winter, repeating the scenario from 2018.Cryptocurrency Crypto Market Tether crypto investing Stablecoin


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It might very well be one of my absolute favorite fanfics of all time—ever—as well.
It is so beautiful I am literally in tears right now guys you don’t understand.
Seriously followers, this is so absurdly beautiful. Legitimately fucking beautiful. It’s one of the few fanfics I’ve read that stands apart from the original completely. This story is amazing all on it’s own. I suggest everyone, regardless if they read Homestuck or not, to read this. You will not regret it.


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A Gouda Time with François Robin and Home of Cheese
image credits: François Robin
“ Kaya + Blue cheese?” was the refrain often repeated on Tuesday’s Instagram live from @homeofcheese_sg, hosted by award-winning cheese monger François Robin from his home in France. And it’s understandable: Mr Robin made interesting combinations for his cheese pairings to go with local favourites such kaya, dried pineapple and mangoes, and vegetables like coriander and spring onions.
While hosting the live session from his home in France, Mr Robin took time to arrange, explain and showcase his cheeseboard with cheeses, while influencers at home followed his instructions, asked questions, and created cheese boards with cheeses as supplied by The Home of Cheese group. Cheeses like Époisses, Bluee Cheese, Camembert, Triple Crème, Mimolette and Emmental were used, and guests got to taste the different cheeses and the variety of flavours, getting tips on how they too can do the same at home.