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– Well, that was another electrifyingly, weather-filled fun weekend at the Indian Lakes Resort. Thanks to the entire South Chicago Wheelmen crew for another great weekend. While no race promoter ever wants to cancel their race, safety is always the first priority. So cancelling racing from the Cat 3’s onward due to Sunday’s dangerous weather was a no brainer. It was the first time any of us can remember we actually had to cancel a CCC race ever… much less due to inclement weather. But, as a wise man once told us, “You can’t win if you don’t finish,” and the SCW, USAC Officials, and CCC would always rather play it safe than sorry. We hope everyone enjoyed the racing that did take place Saturday and Sunday morning and we thank you for their understanding in the matter.
– After that the CCC takes a well deserved weekend off to eat toferky. But fear not, Rob Curtis and his PSIMET crew will be hosting NORGE CX at the ski jump with all the trimmings!
– Then its back to the city for the 12th and final race of the series spread out over 2 days at Montrose Harbor. Ten27 Cycling Club and Spidermonkey Cycling will also be handing out a few Illinois State CX Championship jerseys.
– Before the Montrose racing starts the The Bonebell crew is throwing a CCC 10th Anniversary Party. That’s right, the CCC turned 10 this year and a few of the founding members are getting together to relive the magic, or at least drink a few beers together. Buy tickets now over here.
– Speaking of Montrose, the Chicago Women’s CX Fund will cover Sunday registration fees at the 2013 Illinois State Championships for any Women Category 4 who races Saturday, upgrades, and then races Women Category 1/2/3 on Sunday. Details on how to double-up are here.
– Main Street Bicycles is celebrating their 10th anniversary too by giving an additional 10% off on all in stock bicycles, parts, accessories and service. This discount can be taken on top of already discounted year end bikes in stock, a savings of 20-40%! Sale is good through February, but take advantage of a good selection now!
– Getting ready for the holiday season? Why not support some of the great CCC series sponsors that support our little weekend parties all season long? Nearly all of our 2013 series sponsors are local businesses where you can stop in, drop a few duckets, and say high to the people who care enough about CX and the CCC to help make it happen.
– And finally… for those of you wondering about refunds of your entry fees from Sunday’s cancelled races, a message from Steve Feehery from the South Chicago Wheelmen; “On behalf of the South Chicago Wheelmen, we would like to thank everyone who supported our race weekend. Unfortunately due to the weather we had to cancel some of Sunday’s races. We still incurred costs. Therefore all unpaid prize money and some entry fee money will be donated to West Town Bikes, St. Jude Children’s Cancer Research Hospital, World Bike Relief and the Red Cross (to help the Washington, IL victims of Sunday’s tornadoes). Thanks for your understanding and we’ll see you next year at ILR.”


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The total tution fee of PGDM is 6.90 lakh after that hostel fee is 1.10 lakh per year. You can pay through by any mode online transaction, net banking, cash, phone pe.etc. All charges are includ in tution fee. There is no any transparency in the fee-breakdown. All students pay same amount.
There is a trimesters system in this college. After 3 months their is a final exam of 50 marks of every subjects which is studied in that semester after that in between 20 marks mid-term exam is conducted and rest 30 marks of your class participation and performance assignments, projects, research papers.etc. Yes their is industrial visit for students company like TVS, mekino.
There is complete transparency of the fee break up. The Fee for my batch is 1,36,000 per annum. An additional 45,000 has to paid as a non refundable deposit and a one time security deposit of Rs. 15,000 has to be paid which is refundable. An additional Rs. 10,000 has to be paid in lieu of books every year. Each semester exam fee of approximate Rs. 3,000 per semester, ie. Rs. 6,000 per annum had to be paid online directly to Bangalore University. The college accepts payment in Cash, Card, DD, Cheque, RTGS.
ISME is affiliated to Bangalore University, hence the curriculum is given by the University. The content for BBA is generic, easy and not very relevant to today's world. ISME tries to implement research driven education and enculcates certain skill oriented classes as and when possible along with industrial visits.
The fee structure again becomes an open ended question where for some it might be feasible to pay 8 lakhs and to some it's not. So that's the reason the college accepts bank loans. And has a installment based payment.
The course curriculum I as per the industry requirements. Which is something people or students should know. And next comes exams. Well the college has a trimester setup so in a span of 2 years you have 6 trimesters. And in each trimester you have internal and final paper. The internal include the internal test class participation attendence etc. Which make up 50% and the final paper is of 50%.
The program fee is around 1,35,000 it was pretty high but our management use to take a lot of money from us in the form of fine. They are not happy with our fee they use to take it in indirect form from us like exam fee. They use to black mail us with our Hall ticket.
Our curriculum is fully designed and fixed for the better experience. They use to take us for industry.like TVS, VOLVO and most importantly they took us to Singapore and we visited a lot of industry like tiger breviaries, neu waters, and we attended lot of work shops there from mdis college and sim Singapore. It was a great trip
I paid only INR 3.8 lacs for one year and around 7 lacs for the entire course. Which was not expensive at all, especially when you compare it with other management colleges. The placements were equivalent to what they charge. Overall, the expenses were very pocket-friendly.
Our syllabus is prescribed by the institute itself and it was regularly updated. We had the opportunity to gather information, and practice it during the internship period. The 2 months internship was a compulsory part of our curriculum. Our entire course spanned over 2 years and it was bifurcated into six trimesters.
The fee structure is pretty flexible and affordable in comparison to MBA programs offered by other B-Schools. I paid around 7 lacs for my two-year program. Placements provided are also good, thus the ROI of the college is pretty great. On top of that, the facilities provided are pretty lavish. Institute offers amenities like wi-fi connectivity throughout the campus, centrally air-conditioned rooms, sports facilities, accommodation facilities, etc.
The program for 2years programme is approx eight lac and mode of payment accepted is NEFT/cheques, or by cash deposit .yes additional fees have to be paid for books which come to be 15000, the college provides transparency in the fee breakdown, they give u the receipt for each of the instalments
AS it is a PGDM course its curriculum is industry oriented and updated according to industry requirements. Yes, industrial visit is organized by our college have we visited the TVS manufacturing company, saw how it is manufactured. We saw how robots is replacing workers.
The fee structure is feasible and affordable college will also provide 3 installments to pay your fee even if its loan bank can pay in installment fee is a bit expensive but we get all facilities for studies and as well as industrial visits to various companies.
the curriculum is made in such a way that will make students industrial ready we also get guest who has got high experience in industry and exam structure will help students to think logically and which will help in their future Faculties are very helpful if you're interested in research they'll guide at their best.
Program fees are 6.25 lakhs in 2 years and the mode of payment are online transaction as well as check payment is also available. There are no additional fees for securing the admissions. The college does provide a proper breakdown of the fee structure they are charging.
The course curriculum is designed in such a manner that it covers all aspects of management theoretically and practically as well. It gives us insights that how on an industry level things work and to think rational and practical. Industry visits like in Makino and TVS also takes place every year.
The college has affordable fees. In the same fees, it provides good infrastructure facilities, industrial visit, international industrial visit. Well equipped library, good sports and fitness sessions along with good food. Proper cleanliness and maintenance of the hostel.
The syllabus is purely designed according to industrial requirements which helps the students to have in-depth knowledge about today needs and skillset they should possess in order to get a good job. The syllabus and curriculum give good exposure to the corporate world.
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NCAA directs airlines to board passengers unable to show PCR
...as travelers lament over travel portal hiccups
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a circular to all foreign airlines operating in and out of Nigeria not to deny Nigerians boarding for their inability to show evidence of payment for the day-7 COVID-19 PCR test or generate paid QR code.
The challenge of generating the PCR code after payment of the compulsory fees has left travelers from Nigeria stranded and being denied boarding by airlines.
Many passengers have expressed frustration in accessing the portal, the costs of the test on arrival, and other challenges.
Musa Nuhu, the director-general of the NCAA, in a letter to all airlines operating in and out of the country said the decision was taken in view of the challenges some travelers to Nigeria are experiencing while trying to fill their health and travel history into Nigeria’s International Travel portal (NITP).
A letter dated September 11, 2021, entitled, “Permission for airlines to board passengers traveling to Nigeria who are unable to show evidence of payment for day seven COVID-19 PCR test or generate paid QR code/permit to fly”, signed by the DG noted that the Presidential Steering Committee on COVID-19 has been made aware of difficulties some travelers to Nigeria are experiencing while trying to fill their health and travel history into the Nigeria International Travel Portal (NITP).
By the letter, airlines are mandated to board any traveler to Nigeria who is unable to either pay for the repeat day-7 COVID-19 PCR test or generate the paid QR code/permit to fly.
Nuhu further stated that such passengers would be required to make payment for the repeat day-7 COVID-19 PCR test at their destination airport in Nigeria.
According to him, “holders of diplomatic passports and children aged 10 years and below who are unable to complete the NIPT are to be allowed to board the flight. Their health declaration and travel history will be captured by the Port Health Services (PHS) at the destination airport”.
“Airlines are to bring this information to the knowledge of their passengers and ensure strict compliance with the above-stated condition,” he added.
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) recently disclosed that it is working with other ministries and agencies through the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 to address challenges faced by travelers to Nigeria.
The NCDC identified the travelers as those using the Nigerian international travel portal. The measures included – “All travelers arriving in Nigeria must have tested negative for COVID-19 by PCR in the county of departure pre-boarding. The PCR test must be done within 96 hours before departure and preferably within 72 hours.

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- Does drinking water help your pH balance?
- Does acidic pH kill sperm?
- What can kill sperm?
- How do I test my pH level?
- Does pH affect gender?
- How do I fix my pH balance?
- What causes fishy smelling sperm?
- Can pH levels affect getting pregnant?
- Can one sperm make a woman pregnant?
- What home remedy can I use to balance my pH?
- How can I clean my private part during pregnancy?
- What pH level kills sperm?
- How does pH affect sperm?
- What food kills sperm in the female body?
- Can a woman body kill sperm?
Does drinking water help your pH balance?
Fans of the stuff also say that regular drinking water with a pH below 7 creates too much acid in your blood and cells.
They blame plain water’s low pH for all sorts of health problems, from osteoporosis to cancer.
Water that is more alkaline supposedly reduces acid in the bloodstream and: Improves metabolism..
Does acidic pH kill sperm?
The vagina is naturally acidic, with a pH balance designed to ward off microorganisms and infection. Vaginal acidity is a good thing — except when it comes to sperm. Vaginal acidity can kill sperm, which need an alkaline environment to thrive.
What can kill sperm?
Many types of chemicals can kill sperm. For example, hand sanitizer contains ingredients such as isopropyl alcohol, glycerin, and other harsh compounds. In a similar way that hand sanitizer kills germs, it kills sperm as well. Hand sanitizer may reduce the movement of the sperm cells or kill them on contact.
How do I test my pH level?
To find the specific pH of a sample, you will need a pH test paper or strip that is more precise than a litmus strip. More precise pH test papers or strips can give test results down to 0.2 pH units.
Does pH affect gender?
It found that there was significant higher rate of male fetuses who were conceived by mothers with alkaline vaginal pH and also there was significant higher rate of female fetuses who were conceived by mothers with acidic vaginal pH.
How do I fix my pH balance?
Natural remedies to restore balanceAvoiding harsh soaps and douching. Soaps typically have a high pH, and using them to clean the vaginal area may increase vaginal pH. … Taking a probiotic supplement or suppository. … Changing tampons regularly. … Using barrier protection during sex.
What causes fishy smelling sperm?
Fishy, rotten, or foul-smelling semen isn’t normal. Eating certain foods — like asparagus, meats, and garlic — or drinking a lot of caffeine or alcohol can make your semen smell pungent. Try limiting these foods to see if your semen smell returns to normal after a few days. If so, there’s nothing to be concerned about.
Can pH levels affect getting pregnant?
An imbalanced pH level in the cervix or vagina can damage sperm enough to prevent it from fertilizing an egg. The most ideal vaginal pH level for a woman to have who wants to get pregnant is between 3.8 and 4.5.
Can one sperm make a woman pregnant?
It takes just one sperm to fertilize a woman’s egg. Keep in mind, though, for each sperm that reaches the egg, there are millions that don’t.
What home remedy can I use to balance my pH?
How to restore your vaginal pH naturallyConsider taking boric acid supplements. … Incorporate more probiotics into your diet. … Consider taking garlic tablets. … Find ways to destress. … Cut back or quit smoking. … Be mindful of how you clean your vulva and vagina. … Pay attention to your underwear. … Use barrier methods during sex.
How can I clean my private part during pregnancy?
Here are some tips for keeping your vagina healthy during and after pregnancy:Dry your vaginal area with a hair dryer on a low, cool setting after bathing or swimming.Wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom.Don’t douche or use scented sanitary pads or tampons.More items…
What pH level kills sperm?
Result(s): In semen acidified with HCl to pH 4.0, sperm were rapidly immobilized (within 1 min) and were irreversibly immobilized (killed) within 10 minutes. The speed of immobilization and of killing were both linearly proportional to hydrogen ion activity over a pH range of 7.5–4.0.
How does pH affect sperm?
Since pH affects the metabolic rate and the motility of sperm, and consequently alters the vitality of sperm , we used the HOS test (the WHO recommended) to determine sperm vitality. We found that higher proportions of live normal sperm were observed in a neutral and alkaline (pH 7.2 and 8.2) environment.
What food kills sperm in the female body?
Five foods that decrease sperm healthProcessed meats. This is not surprising—recent studies link processed meats to all sorts of illnesses. … Trans fats. … Soy products. … Pesticides and bisphenol a (BPA) … High fat dairy products. … Fish. … Fruits and veggies. … Walnuts.
Can a woman body kill sperm?
Women’s bodies can make antisperm antibodies if they have an allergic reaction to semen. Antibodies in a woman’s vagina kill the sperm.

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Zest Tomato & Fiery Chilli Pasta Sauce
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Zest Tomato and Fiery Chilli Pasta Sauce made with Jalapeño peppers and chilli powder but made without added starch or sugar, to bring life and flavour to all Mexican-style dishes. Free from artificial anything. It is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
IngredientsTomatoes 57%, onion, green pepper, tomato paste 7%, vegetable oil, extra virgin olive oil, water, coriander, apple juice concentrate, jalapeño peppers 2%, garlic purée, salt, toasted sesame oil, white wine vinegar, ground cumin, chilli powder, black pepper.
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I was many things in the world such as a student, a secretary, an actor, a marketing manager, an educator, etc. Those titles did not add value to my self-worth! It wasn't until I chose to be a Freelance writer and allow writing to guide how I educated others that I found my purpose. As I opened up to this side of myself (my core), the whole world began to change. What I am to myself, for myself, is the most important reflection.
I began to explore ways to obtain a permanent joy that is unwavering. Through self-discovery, I have realized some life lessons that I hope to share with my children. Maybe you have been in a similar space! Finding yourself beaten, bruised by society and the interactions you have had with the people in it. In the midst of burden and despair, there is a truth that shines through and tests the mind. Are you strong enough to endure?
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Energy Bars and Protein Shakes Can Cause Kidney. protein caused kidney stones is from that protein becaus i literally eat. as a shake before my workout.Whey protein is likely safe for most adults when used in amounts recommended by the manufacturer.Protein shakes can offer valuable nutrients and, in certain circumstances, support weight loss, but they could also pose health risks of which many consumers are unaware.Protein is generally used to refer to the complete biological molecule in a stable conformation, whereas peptide is generally reserved for a short amino acid.
Too Much Protein KidneysThe protein urine dipstick test measures the presence of proteins, such as albumin, in a urine sample.
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Anyone who has tried a high-protein diet has probably heard this warning: You may lose weight, but you risk kidney damage.Protein in the Vegan Diet. by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD From Simply Vegan 5th Edition.
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Four Parts: Calculating Your Protein Requirements Making a Protein Shake or Smoothie Using Whey Protein to Build Muscle.If you need more calories or have trouble swallowing during cancer treatment, try the following recipes.Kidneys help control the amount of fluid that leaves your body.Your cells, organs, and muscles are protein structures, made of.This high protein shake recipe includes milk, soft tofu, chia seeds, and peanut butter.


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In November of 2019, the Plant Ecology Program at Archbold Biological Station completed its 19th year of monitoring, of a rare mint, Titusville Balm (Dicerandra thinicola), found only in Brevard County. In addition to this species, staff also worked in Highlands County to monitor populations of two other rare mint species that only grow in Florida: Garrett’s Mint (Dicerandra christmanii) and Lake Placid Scrub Balm (Dicerandra frutescens).
Dr. Eric Menges, Director of Plant Ecology at Archbold commented, “Over the years, Archbold plant ecology staff have tried to understand how these rare mints respond to land management and fire. For instance, while populations of Titusville Balm decreased in 2007 after mechanical land management and fire, they rebounded shortly after and produced numerous seedlings that would soon flower and create seeds for the next generation of mints. Similarly, populations of the Lake Placid Scrub Balm exploded following a wildfire in long unburned scrub on the Red Hill property of Archbold. These instances show the positive response of mint seedling recruitment to natural disturbances like fire. Efforts have also been made to supplement the populations of these three mint species by planting more individuals (outplanting) in suitable natural areas.”
Outplanting of rare plant species happens in three ways: augmentation, introduction, and reintroduction. Augmentations are when individual plants are added to current populations to boost population sizes. Introductions refer to sites with suitable habitat where a species is planted but has not historically occurred. Reintroductions are sites where a species was historically found but for whatever reason no longer occurs. Therefore, the reintroduction of a plant species often draws on an intimate ecological understanding of a species’ historic distribution and habitat requirements. All three of these mint species have undergone one form or another of these conservation strategies, often with positive results. Scott Ward, Archbold plant ecologist, noted, “In fact, one site just outside of Sebring where Garrett’s Mint was introduced has fared so well it took our plant ecologists well over a week in late summer of 2019 to monitor adult plants and count all the new seedlings. At this site we counted over 400 new adult plants and seedlings in just October of 2019!”
Why is it that species within the Dicerandra genus are often so rare in Florida? Is it that so much of their habitat has been developed or destroyed, or were they always rare? Scott Ward, Archbold plant ecologist reflects, “At Archbold Biological Station, we may not have all the answers to these questions, but fortunately, we are equipped with the tools and understanding to now protect, recover, and study those mints that remain.”


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Dog treats are a wonderful way to keep dogs happy, provide enrichment, incentivize them for good actions, and even educate them to do particular things. Virtually nothing tops the look in their eyes when they see Pig Ears and Body Parts. At the same time, there are numerous dog treats to select from. How can dog owners decide on the best one to fit their pup's demands? Listed below are a few essential tips to keep in mind.
Among the first things pet owners need to recognize is how to review the tag. It's vital to search for a much shorter ingredient list. This typically implies more all-natural ingredients. Whole food ingredients are normally noted first. The earlier a thing shows up on the tag, the more of it there is.
Vitamin C and E are usually used as all-natural preservatives. At the same time, there are a few ingredients in dog treats that pet owners need to try to stay clear of. These include artificial sweeteners. Search for all-natural ones, such as honey. Stay clear of chemical preservatives when possible. Chemical humectants are occasionally used to moisten dog treats but can also be dangerous.
There are tons of different selections for dog treats and dog owners need to find the one that works best for their furry friend. Crunchy dog treats include biscuits, cookies, and bars. They can be found in various shapes and sizes. Soft dog treats are normally chewy in nature. They are a terrific choice for dog training and are typically moist. They are soft, making them much easier to disintegrate. Another type of dog treat is dehydrated treats. These are generally meats, such as jerky, and are incredibly appetizing.
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Jesse Owens was born on September 12, 1913 and died on March 31, 1980. Jesse Owens would have been 66 years old at the time of death or 101 years old today.
Jesse Owens died at age 66 because of lung cancer.
Jesse Owens died on March 31, 1980 at the age of 66.
Jesse Owen would have been approximately 23 in 1936 - he was born in September 1913.
For his career ended when Jesse was 22 years old
Patricia Owens was born on January 17, 1925 and died on August 31, 2000. Patricia Owens would have been 75 years old at the time of death or 90 years old today.
23 years old James Cleveland Owens (mostly known as Jessy Owens) won 4 gold medals in Berlin Olympic Games in 1936. He was born in September 12, 1913.Jesse is a legend of sprint and the long jump.
Jesse Burkett was born on December 4, 1868 and died on May 27, 1953. Jesse Burkett would have been 84 years old at the time of death or 146 years old today.
Jesse Helms was born on October 18, 1921 and died on July 4, 2008. Jesse Helms would have been 86 years old at the time of death or 93 years old today.

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text: 2k Games’ most anticipated NBA 2K23 is finally released globally on September 9, 2022. The game landed on Xbox Series X and S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Microsoft Windows. Unlike most basketball games, NBA 2K23 goes big to offer unique, reimagined gameplay and interconnected experience never before. You can either drop randomly into a match with a team, or you can dive into the co-op to enjoy the challenges of the famous real-life basketball players. We at VeryAliGaming are continuously producing content to answer all your queries related to the latest NBA 2K23.

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Honolulu, Mar 19 (AP/UNB) — Hawaii would be the first state in the U.S. to ban most plastics at restaurants under legislation that aims to cut down on waste that pollutes the ocean.
Dozens of cities across the country have banned plastic foam containers, but Hawaii's measure would make it the first to do so statewide. The liberal state has a history of prioritizing the environment — it's mandated renewable energy use and prohibited sunscreen ingredients that harm coral.
A second, more ambitious proposal would go even further and prohibit fast-food and full-service restaurants from distributing and using plastic drink bottles, utensils, stirring sticks, bags and straws.
The Hawaii efforts would be stricter than in California, which last year became the first state to ban full-service restaurants from automatically giving out plastic straws, and broader than in Seattle, San Francisco and other cities that have banned some single-use plastics.
Activists believe the foam container measure has a better chance of passing in Hawaii.
"We have this reputation of setting the example for the world to follow, and that's what we're trying to do here," state Sen. Mike Gabbard, lead author of the more ambitious measure, said to the Senate. "Our state can once again take the lead in protecting our environment."
Gabbard, father of Democratic presidential candidate and U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, said 95 percent of plastic packaging worldwide is thrown out after being used once. In the U.S., 500 million plastic straws are used and thrown out every day, he said.
Discarded, slow-to-degrade plastic is showing up at sea, as in a massive gyre northeast of the Hawaiian islands, and on beaches.
Plastics also contribute to climate change because oil is used to make them, said Stuart Coleman, Hawaii manager for the Surfrider Foundation.
Eric S.S. Wong, co-owner of two fast-food establishments on Oahu, said not being able to serve food in plastic foam containers would drive up his costs at a time when he faces rising health insurance charges for his employees and a possible minimum wage hike that lawmakers also are considering.
He said he'll have to raise prices.
"Now all of the sudden, your family's $30 dining experience became $37 or $38," Wong said.
His Wiki Wiki Drive Inn takeout counter in Honolulu sells sandwiches, breakfast meals and Hawaii favorites like Loco Moco, which features white rice topped with a hamburger patty, fried egg and gravy.
A package of 200 foam boxes costs him $23, while the same number of biodegradable boxes would cost $57, he said.
Chris Yankowski of the Hawaii Restaurant Association, which represents 3,500 restaurants, said lawmakers are trying to do "too much too fast."
Yankowski, who is also president of Triple F Distributors, argued that good alternatives to plastic products are not yet available. Hawaii's cities and counties also don't provide composting facilities, so there is no organized place to dispose of compostable containers that lawmakers say restaurants should use instead, he added.
"It's almost like we want to do great things for the environment, but we're not ready to handle it when we change it over," Yankowski said.
The Hawaii Food Industry Association, which counts the state's biggest supermarkets and convenience stores as members, initially opposed the foam container ban but now supports it.
The group said in written testimony that it's encountered difficulties coping with varied local regulations and it wants the state to create a consistent standard. Two main counties — Hawaii and Maui — have already adopted plastic foam bans. Maui's took effect on Dec. 31, while Hawaii's takes effect on July 1.
The association still opposes the broader measure, which also would ban plastic garbage bags.
The president of Island Plastic Bags, a Hawaii company that makes plastic bags, said the legislation would prohibit his company from selling trash bags to nursing homes and hospitals as well as restaurants and hotels.
Grocery stores wouldn't be able to sell trash can liners, Adrian Hong said in written testimony. It would create a "public health crisis," he said.
Gabbard said his proposal was in the early stages so lawmakers have time to address such concerns.
The state Senate has passed both bills. They still must get through several House committees and the full House before heading to the governor.
Cindy McMillan, a spokeswoman for Gov. David Ige, said he hasn't stated a position on the measures yet.
Justin Macia, a pharmacist in Honolulu, said he would like people to use less plastic and stop using plastic foam entirely because of how long it takes to degrade. Cardboard containers would be a great alternative, he said.
"It's definitely something that's got to go," he said, after eating a sandwich from a foam takeout box.
Dhaka, Mar 18 (UNB)- Well, when I first heard the name, the first thing popped into my head was ‘WAR’. This could be a very dangerous, risky, unsafe place to explore. This is how I summed up my visit to Kargil.
Kargil was definitely not in my plans. I went to Ladakh last year and got to know that two world famous tourist attractions, Pangong Lake and Nubra Valley were not accessible to Bangladeshi visitors. So, visit to Kargil was my plan B.
At first, I was deeply skeptical about going there but my guide assured me that this would be worth a visit.
I was still under same impression until I reached to Kargil. Believe me, I was totally wrong.
Kargil is an amazingly beautiful town surrounded by mighty mountains, followed by Suru River.
A 218-kilometer long Kargil-Leh highway was beyond beautiful. This exhilarating road journey was a combination of adventure and bliss surrounded by various structured mountains, stunning untouched landscapes, turquoise water of Suru River, zigzag hilly roads and historical constructions in some places.
This trip made me realise one thing that, when you're truly on road, deep inside, you start feeling every part of Mother Nature as your travel partner.
On the way to Kargil, I’d witnessed countless mountains with so many different colors- 50 shades of brown, black, purple, green, golden and what not. The fall colored grass and turquoise water of Suru River added a unique dimension to the scene. Oh! How can I forget?
Before reaching to the town, we went to Kargil War Memorial. This place is a beautiful concoction of emotions, sacrifices and respect.
After entering the rustic town, we finally got the chance to see the faces where 90 percent local population comprises Muslims. They are different from the people of Ladakh. I found the Kargil local a tad conservative by nature. So, we didn’t talk to them much and headed towards our hotel.
The next day early morning, we started our onward journey to Leh after a hot breakfast. Here my favorite chapter comes.
On the way back to Leh from Kargil, we found the road adorned with pink Sakura blossoms (also known as Cherry blossom). I almost screamed with joy after seeing this gorgeous pink beauty. Our chauffeur cum guide stopped us on the road side and allowed us to get some pictures.
When I first saw the cherry blossom path, I couldn’t believe my eyes. It was so unreal, beyond all expectations. I felt like I was in a movie set. At that moment, I kept photo shooting on with every possible pose with this unbelievably beautiful view.
We started again. After few miles, we took a chai break. We stopped at a tea shop where we had the best `Adrakwali Chai’ (ginger milk tea) and the taste was different, blended with fresh air. AHH!
To head to Leh, we had to go through many passes, monasteries and moon land. It seemed like an alien world to me. It was worth by all means to explore the unexplored.
By: Farah Seraj
Dhaka, Mar 14 (UNB)- The 14th edition of an international motor vehicle exhibition 'Dhaka Motor Show-2019' had its curtains raised on Thursday.
The fair, divided into three segments - Dhaka Bike Show, Auto Parts Show and Commercial Automotive Show is arranged by CEMS Global and is taking place at International Convention Center, Bashundhara (ICCB).
Minister of Industries Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun inaugurated the 3-day long exhibition.
In his speech he stressed the improving of local automobile parts manufacturers saying that country will soon start producing cars at local plants.
He also credited Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's contribution for the improvement of country's industrial sections.
Dhaka Motor Show 2019 will see automobile industry leaders like Peugeot, Honda, Toyota, Honda, Haval, TVS, Suzuki and more showcasing their latest car and bike models.
The fair will continue till Mar 16.
Dhaka, Mar 9 (UNB) - Travelling is fun, just like a breath in fresh air. My each journey is made of countless stories, meaningful memories and new discoveries. Exploring new things is the best part of my every journey. There are lots to learn while visiting new places. I am always open to new experiences, get to know the people and the culture of each new place I visit and all memories end with some kind of change. And the feeling is different, oh-so-refreshing!
Last year, I went to an incredible country `INDIA’ and explored four cities in Rajasthan and Agra for one week. But here I will share my unforgettable experience of my first camel safari in the Golden city ‘Jaisalmer’.
Jaisalmer, the ancient fort city is famously known as `Golden City’ of India because the yellow sandstones used throughout the every architecture of the city that shines like gold. The main attraction of Jaisalmer is to ride a camel through the rolling sand dunes of the Thar Desert.
When I first came across some wonderful shots of Thar Desert in my Instagram explore, they straightaway got stuck so deep in my mind.
My dream came true when I first stepped into the sand dunes. I was totally overwhelmed to see this dusty golden beauty.
Before getting into there we needed to book our camel safari. There are loads of companies in every alley of the city offering safaris. But I was lucky enough to get the booking done by our hotel owner. It was a great deal, only 600 rupees for two persons whereas others were offering 1,000 rupees per person. Isn’t it great???
Then I met my super cute camel ‘Bablu’ and climbed aboard for our sunset ride out into the desert. When the camel stood up, I was up high...YAY!!!
At first, the ride was a bit less comfortable but when my camel started plodding along I got to enjoy the scenery. During the ride, my little camel handler stopped us in the mid of the desert for taking insta-worthy desert and camel pictures. Click Click!
After one hour of riding, we reached our designated sunset point and sat on the sand to admire the sunset. OH! This was so beautiful, surreal and so romantic. I can never forget this magical view over the barren sand dunes.
Post sunset we headed towards the hotel. Though we missed the desert, safari camp under the sky was full of stars. I think, I will come back just to experience this desert campfire. All I can say, it was truly an incredible experience to witness this dramatic desert life of India. I just love every bit of it.
By: Farah Seraj
Roswell, Feb 23 (AP/UNB) — A New Mexico woman is on a desperate hunt for her disappearing pet that can't run fast and can't be missed — a 100-pound tortoise.
KOB-TV reports Dusty the Turtle went missing earlier this month in Roswell, New Mexico after strong winds knocked open a gate that housed him.
Shana Emmert, who was pet sitting Dusty for her niece, says she believes the turtle strolled away from the backyard and into the desert during the wind storm.
According to Emmert's neighbors, the 100-pound (45-kilogram) Dusty was last spotted near Berrendo Creek in Roswell and hasn't been seen since.
The family is offering a $500 reward for the turtle's safe return.


Rep. Adam B. Schiff’s opening argument Wednesday at the Senate impeachment trial described President Trump as a serial election “cheat” who must be stopped before the electorate gets to vote. From across the sea, Trump called them all “major sleazebags,” with a special shout out to “sleazebag” Jerrold Nadler.
Deranged Mr. Schiff, who is the House Democrats’ lead impeachment manager prosecuting the case, argued that the president attempted to “cheat” in the 2020 election just like he did in 2016.
The cheating allegedly began when the President solicited help in 2016 from Russia and then tried to force Ukraine to help him in 2020.
“We are here today to consider a much more grave matter, and that is an attempt to use the powers of the presidency to cheat in an election,” he said. “For precisely this reason, the president’s misconduct cannot be decided at the ballot box — for we cannot be assured that the vote will be fairly won.”
Mr. Schiff mentioned Russia and election hacking at least 15 times during the opening argument, The Washington Times reported.
Only they didn’t hack anything.
SCHIFF’S RUSSIA ‘EVIDENCE’ INCLUDES TRUMP JOKES
Schiff urged the senators to convict the president and remove him from office. He argued that Mr. Trump has put his political benefit above national security and undermined America’s “fair and free elections.”
Ironically, that’s what the Democrats are doing, and Joe Biden appears to be the one who bribed and extorted Ukrainians with U.S. dollars to protect his son.
Mr. Trump conducts himself as if he is “above the law and scornful of restrictions,” Schiff said.
Shifty Schiff, who also led Democrats’ push of Trump-Russian collusion allegations that were discredited by a nearly two-year investigation by former special counsel Robert S. Mueller, returned to the collusion theme.
He even showed the video of President Trump jokingly asking Russia for Hilary’s missing emails at a rally as proof of the President colluding with Russia.
He showed a video of Mick Mulvaney’s much-misunderstood presser in which he said, “Get over it.” Schiff completely mischaracterized it [he lied, in other words].
Even Chris Wallace knows Adam Schiff “mischaracterized” the statement. He explains in this clip:
Hours later, Schiff claimed Russia hacked the email account of Mrs. Clinton’s campaign manager and revealed embarrassing messages, including an exchange that expressed anti-Catholic bias.
Mrs. Clinton’s missing State Department emails, however, were never recovered.
“And the president has made it clear that it will not be the last time, asking China only recently to join Ukraine in investigating his political opponent,” he said.
Then he showed the President’s sarcastic statement made at a presser in which he asked China to investigate the Bidens.
HE KEEPS PROMISING HIS OVERWHELMING EVIDENCE
Back in Washington, Schiff promised senators that House Democrats would present “extensive evidence” and “overwhelming evidence” of wrongdoing by the president.
If they have “overwhelming evidence,” they certainly don’t need any witnesses. Schiff also said he had overwhelming evidence that Trump colluded with Russia, but, actually, he’s got squat.
Rep. Jim Jordan, Ohio Republican, said Schiff claimed to have more than circumstantial evidence that Mr. Trump colluded with Russia but that ended up not being accurate. He added Mr. Schiff said the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court could be trusted, but the Justice Department inspector general found otherwise.
He said Mr. Schiff said they would hear from the whistleblower during the House probe and that never happened, and also claimed not to have communicated with the whistleblower but it was later reported Mr. Schiff’s staff did interact with the whistleblower.
“But today we are supposed to believe him?” Mr. Jordan said.
-“More than circumstantial evidence” of collusion
-Nunes memo was false
-FISA process was fine
-The “Whistleblower” would testify
-“We haven’t spoken… with the ‘Whistleblower'”
-Parodied @POTUS‘ call
-“Mr. Z” referred to Zelensky
But today we’re supposed to trust him? pic.twitter.com/NELzVp2usX
— Rep. Jim Jordan (@Jim_Jordan) January 22, 2020


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Our amazing planet has many unique and magically beautiful natural objects. One of the most important are the arteries of the Earth – rivers, large and small. They occur over the entire surface, and on the North and South, East and West – everywhere there are truly amazing, haunting and heart created itself around the landscape.
Beautiful Yangtze river in China physically and culturally divides North from South.
Horseshoe in Arizona (Horseshoe Bend) is a world famous natural landmark. Within the national recreation area Glen canyon the Colorado river encircles the craggy rock, forming a horseshoe-shaped meander.
The picturesque Danube covered as many as 10 European countries. It serves as the main water artery of Central Europe and for centuries was a source of inspiration for many artists of European culture.
About two million people annually visit the Zambezi river to admire stunning views of the water cascades.
One of the symbols of Russia and almost animate element of their culture – the great and beautiful river Volga.
Lena is the largest river in North Eastern Siberia. Located off the coast of the Lena pillars, also known as the Stone forest are a natural and yet incredibly beautiful geological formation.
River with turquoise water of the Futaleufu flowing through Argentina and Chile, attracts lovers of rafting and kayakers from around the world.
The largest in the U.S., the Missouri river is the main water source for the entire country. On the territory of the state of North Dakota in the Missouri flows into the famous river Heart (Heart River), and it is easy to guess, due to which it got such a romantic name.
Amazon is not only the most water-bearing river, it also forms one of the most picturesque river basins on the planet.

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Free Kindle Apps
February 16, 2011
Boy, am I ever excited!!! My brother D started telling me over a week ago about free Kindle apps that you could get from Amazon. I put the free Kindle app link in the sidebar of this page, but am just now getting around to using it. He told me that you could download the Kindle app to your cellphone that has Android, as well as free Kindle books from Amazon. Well, I am just tickled pink!
First, I went to the Market icon on my cellphone. Then I typed in Kindle and easily downloaded the free Kindle app from Amazon, which included three free Kindle books. Next, I clicked on the Free Kindle App link from the sidebar on my blog page, which took me directly to Amazon. There I have already downloaded two other free books, one of which is Little Women, a classic of all time and a favorite of mine. The first time that I ever read the book was in seventh grade as a reading assignment. Loving history and anything about Abraham Lincoln, I downloaded a free book about Abraham.
Now, whenever I am waiting in the parking lot at school to pick up my daughter, I have instant reading material. Now, whenever I am waiting in the doctor's office or anywhere else, I have reading material.
Be sure to download your free Kindle app, as well as free Kindle books, by clicking on the link in my sidebar. Being that I don't own a Kindle or other specifically labeled, electronic reading device, this is great for me! Whenever you get to the Amazon free Kindle app page, it lists other devices that you can download the Kindle apps to, such as your PC.
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See it if Entertaining. Cute. Well directed & staged. Intelligent writing. Funny & informative. I'd've enjoyed more if I had googled Gorey beforehand.
Don't see it if You don'y like small quirky plays. But this is no cheap production. It is very well groomed.
See it if you want a show that is about a real person, his life, his thoughts, his talents.
Don't see it if your not interested in learning about a cartoonist or his life.
See it if you are a Gorey fan. Play requires prior knowledge (shld show a video of a G book's drawings and recite text). Quirky man gets quirky play.
Don't see it if you want deep insights. Some parts failed, like ballet and animated interaction. Still, many effective moments and humor...and the fur coat!
See it if you love deep personal insights so specific that they are universal. Based on his notebooks, letters etc and imagination 3 men create Gorey
Don't see it if you want singing, dancing or guffaws. This is an intimate show in every sense of the word. Small theater, small cast, deeply personal.
See it if you want to learn more about the enigmatic illustrator in an inventive, well-acted, subtle production full of pathos and personal insight.
Don't see it if you expect Gorey's unsettling drawings to come to life. There is scant evidence of his actual artwork. Focus is on the man, not the work.
See it if Very enlightening, clever use of the 3 actors. The staging was well done . Nice use of the lighting
Don't see it if many steps to basement site,
See it if You want to see a portrait of an artist told in an artistic manner. You like whimsical plays. You like biographical plays.
Don't see it if You want a traditional biography play told in chronological order. You prefer more traditional staging & presentation.
See it if you think theatre can be both magical and moving. Intelligent direction and acting. "Gorey" could very well be the sleeper of the season!
Don't see it if you do not know anything about Edward Gorey.
"The offbeat illustrator proves a rich subject for a play, and writer-director Travis Russ’s 'Gorey,' does his archly kooky world justice...Mr. Russ’s decisive idea is to have three actors portray him at various stages of his life...The three constantly interact with one another, a lovely way to suggest Gorey’s inner questioning and the evolution of his sensibility through the decades."
"Russ’s lovingly crafted play is less concerned with the nitty-gritty of Gorey’s publishing career...and more with his breezy evasions and elliptical musings on an eccentric, solitary life...The mood flits gently from whimsical to melancholy and dryly bemused...For the proud owner of the anthology 'Amphigorey' and its sequels, 'Gorey' (handsomely produced by Life Jacket Theatre Company) is a visit to an old friend who always amuses and sometimes surprises."
"It’s an intriguing lure into the unhinged world of an erratic queer potato, not unlike a friendly invitation from Jack the Ripper to explore a squalid, unlit alley in London after midnight…With three men playing the same role, the play sometimes seems muddled and lacks focus. Still, at 75 minutes with no intermission, it’s an easy-to-take evening about an offbeat individual who could easily be called the American Lewis Carroll that is fascinating enough to make you want to learn more."
"An odd, but beguiling, entertainment...Russ, taking an approach that might have pleased his subject, has assembled a series of brief, teasing scenes, into a collage-like portrait...All three actors are at home in their roles, fully convincing us that they represent one personality at different stages of his life...'Gorey' succeeds in bringing the man to life, highlighting his innate strangeness and arguing effectively that it may have been inseparable from a persistent loneliness."
"Russ has combed through journals, interviews and letters creating an entertaining portrait of the creator of classic, droll, macabre books...As sympathetically played by Andrew Dawson, Aiden Sank, and Phil Gillen, all superb, the piece takes us backward and forward in time with cast often sharing the stage and interacting...When one waxes sentimental, the others look on with affection. Memories are corrected and embellished...A grand outing."
"Throughout its 75 minutes at The Sheen Center, it is playful...For the most part, the Gorey stand-ins—starting and finishing each other’s sentences, as directed with ease and amusement by Russ—review his often hermit-like life...Not that much stage time is given over to the odd fellow’s inspirations, executions and grim, if not Grimm, themes...The absence of more discussion feels like a significant lapse."
"A most pleasant evening...Travis Russ, writer and director, charmingly presents an interpretive drama about the prolific and darkly whimsical genius illustrator through three actors...The bittersweet of Gore’s loneliness lingers long after the performance. Kudos to actors Andrew Dawson, Phil Gillen and Aidan Sank for making the multi-dimensional and enigmatic genius so congruent, so real."
"Playwright Travis Russ has comprehensively and ingeniously rendered Gorey’s life and career in this affectionate concise dramatization...Mr. Russ also is the director and his staging perfectly complements his writing. The expert placement of the actors combined with the outstanding technical elements achieves a visual liveliness as well as emotional depth...Fantasy and memoir are on dazzling display."

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text: The increased and persistent presence of the cells and their immunosuppressive capacity in the PCI sepsis mouse super model tiffany livingston shows that analysing these cells in sepsis patients and survivors can be relevant. and 3.5 months sepsis induction post. n = 6. *research with IL-7-treated lymphocytes from sepsis sufferers demonstrated significant improvement within their function Sulfo-NHS-Biotin . To look for the aftereffect of IL-7 treatment in the immunophenotype of sepsis-survivors we also analysed the consequences of late-onset IL-7 treatment in the immunoregulatory cell populations. Strategies Mice C57BL/6 mice were maintained and bred in the pet service from the College or university Medical center Jena. All animal tests Sulfo-NHS-Biotin had been approved by the correct governmental specialist (Thringer Landesamt fr Lebensmittelsicherheit und Verbraucherschutz; Signed up Amount 02C007/14) and executed relative to institutional and condition suggestions. Sepsis induction and IL-7 treatment Sepsis induction in mice was performed as previously referred to . Briefly, individual stool samples had been stored and gathered at -80C. Pets were assigned to the sepsis or sham group randomly. Sepsis was induced by intraperitoneal (i.p.) shot of just one 1.75 ml/kg bodyweight stool suspension, diluted (1:4) in saline. Sham mice received the same level of saline (i.p.). The Sulfo-NHS-Biotin septic mice received antibiotic treatment (meropenem 12 mg/kg, implemented subcutaneously). The initial antibiotic shot was performed 7 h post sepsis induction, and it had been provided every 12 h for another 3 times. Mice had been supervised for symptoms including conjunctivitis, diarrhea, weakness and lack of movement. On average 50% of the mice died during the acute phase of sepsis (days 1C5). Surviving mice were used for the analysis of long-term sequelae following sepsis. The experimental scheme is depicted in S1A Fig. From day 5C9 septic mice were either subcutaneously injected with PBS or recombinant human IL-7 (R&D Systems, 2.5 g/mouse/day). Human IL-7 can bind and signal via the murine IL-7 receptor . In order to stabilize the cytokine, IL-7 was mixed with a ten-fold higher concentration of an anti-human IL-7 antibody (clone M25; BioXCell) [27,28]. Flow cytometry After blockade of Fc receptors with anti-CD16/CD32 (clone 2.4G2, in house production), single cell suspensions were incubated for 15 min with conjugated antibodies against cell surface markers. For intracellular cytokine staining of T and B cells, cells were first incubated in RPMI 1640 medium with PMA (50 ng/ml, final concentration), ionomycin (500 ng/ml, final concentration), LPS (10 g/ml, final concentration), and monensin (2 mM, final concentration) for 5 h in 48-well flat-bottom plates. After 5 h culture, the surface markers were first stained followed by fixation and permeabilization using BD Cytofix/Cytoperm and intracellular staining. Samples were analysed using a LSRII (BD Biosciences). Data were analysed using FlowJo software (TreeStar Inc.). Antibodies The following anti-mouse antibodies and conjugates were used in the flow cytometry experiments: test. Comparisons involving multiple groups were analysed in a two-stage procedure by one-way ANOVA. If the ANOVA indicated a significant difference between the groups (< 0.05), all groups were further compared pairwise by Tukey's multiple comparison test. In case of comparisons involving multiple groups with non-parametric data, a Kruskal-Wallis test was performed. * < 0.05, ** < 0.01, *** < 0.001. Data are expressed as mean SEM as indicated in the figure legends. Results Sepsis induces a sustained increase of IL-10+ B cells The aim of this study was to evaluate the numbers and frequencies of immunoregulatory cell populations for 3.5 months after sepsis induction in the presence or absence of early IL-7 treatment. As expected in the PCI model , the mortality within the first five days after sepsis induction was > 40%. On day five, mice were randomly allocated to the IL-7 treatment group, which were treated subcutaneously with 2. 5 g recombinant human IL-7 daily from day 5C9, or the control group, which received no further treatment. Mortality was similar in both groups throughout observation period of 3.5 months (S1B Fig). To examine if increased numbers of IL-10 producing Sulfo-NHS-Biotin B cells are a long-term outcome of sepsis, we performed IL-10 staining in CD19+ B cells from Sulfo-NHS-Biotin the spleens of septic and control mice (Fig 1A). IL-10 producing B cells have also been dubbed regulatory B cells CDC18L (Bregs) and CD1d and CD5 are commonly used as surface markers for these IL-10 producing regulatory B cells . Most of the IL-10+ B cells were in the CD1dhi/CD5+ population (Fig 1A). One week and one month after sepsis induction, both the percentage.


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Employers with over 50 employees regularly address employees’ requests for leave under the FMLA. When the FMLA was originally enacted in 1993, the workplace looked a bit different than it does now. Most employees went to a main worksite and job applicants came to a location to apply for employment. In today’s work environment, many employees work remotely and most job applications are submitted online. Yet, employers must grapple with the FMLA’s requirements within the confines of the new, often remote, modern workforce.Continue Reading FMLA and the modern workforce
On May 10, 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1718, which takes effect July 1, 2023, creating new employment mandates affecting Florida’s private businesses. Most important for businesses are the host of penalties for those who violate new E-Verify mandates.Continue Reading New Florida immigration law subjects private employers to E-Verify mandates and penalties
On June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) took effect. Employers should prepare themselves to comply with this new federal law, which creates much broader and different legal obligations for employers with respect to pregnant workers.Continue Reading Preparing your workplace for new federal protections for pregnant workers
In a unanimous decision on June 29, 2023, the United States Supreme Court clarified, without overruling, a decision on religious belief accommodations that has guided employers since 1977. According to the Supreme Court, what the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), lower courts, employment lawyers and human resource professionals have for nearly 50 years considered to be the test for assessing “undue hardship” when accommodating religious beliefs was never intended to provide such a standard.Continue Reading United States Supreme Court clarifies employer duty to accommodate religious beliefs
Red Sox or Yankees? Hamburgers or hot dogs? In the office or work from home? While some debates have been around for many years, the debate over whether employees should be required to be back in the office or be permitted to work from home continues for both private and public employers.Continue Reading State of Ohio continues to examine the remote work debate
*Special thanks to Porter Wright summer law clerk, Diego De La Vega, for his assistance with this post.
On June 1, 2023, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision some have deemed a blow to the right to strike. An 8-1 decision, Glacier Northwest v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local Union No. 174 crossed ideological lines, as both conservative and liberal members of the Supreme Court either joined the majority opinion or concurred.Continue Reading Shot through the heart: Did SCOTUS give strikes a bad name?
A recent National Labor Relations Board decision is a reminder that consistency is an important factor in determining whether an employer has committed an unfair labor practice. In the case of two Kroger subsidiaries, the NLRB held that the National Labor Relations Act protects an employee’s right to wear buttons and masks in support of Black Lives Matter.Continue Reading Consistency matters: When the employer speaks, the employees may answer
In a decision issued Feb. 21, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) set a new precedent regarding confidentiality provisions. The McLaren Macomb case involved furloughed employees that were offered a severance agreement containing non-disparagement language that prohibited them from making negative statements about the employer. The agreement also contained a confidentiality provision that prohibited the employees from discussing the terms of the agreement itself.Continue Reading NLRB targets confidentiality provisions in severance agreements
The Tenth District Court of Appeals has thrown a curveball to Ohio employers by limiting a defense to temporary total disability compensation following the termination of an employee.Continue Reading Defense to temporary total disability compensation for Ohio employers may be limited
The legal and mainstream media is still abuzz following the Federal Trade Commission’s Jan. 5, 2023, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would ban all employee non-compete agreements nationwide. And earlier this month, a bipartisan Senate bill was introduced (the Workforce Mobility Act of 2023, sponsored by U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Todd Young (R-Ind.)) that also would ban non-competes across the board (except, as in the FTC’s proposal, in connection with the sale of a business). But comments made by President Biden in his Feb. 7 State of the Union Address signal that a more measured approach focused on banning non-competes for low-wage workers may ultimately be what becomes law.Continue Reading Biden State of the Union signals measured approach on non-compete ban

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Competition favourites Barca are locked at 2-2 against Paris St Germain as they head into Wednesday's second leg in Catalonia.
Messi is continuing his recovery from a thigh injury and will undergo a further test on Monday to assess his condition.
The Argentine has been enduring a course of physiotherapy since last Tuesday, when he injured his right thigh during the first half of Barcelona’s Champions League quarter-final clash with Paris Saint-Germain. Messi is understood to be set for another ultrasound to assess the condition of his injury. He will again be tested on Tuesday morning, when a decision on whether or not to include him in the matchday squad for Wednesday’s second leg against PSG will be taken.
The goals and magic of World Player of the Year Messi would usually be enough to dig Barca out of any sticky situation - as they did against AC Milan in the previous round - but if the Argentine does not play the team will need a different approach.
Messi sat out Saturday's 5-0 win at home to Real Mallorca in La Liga with a hamstring problem, the first league game he has missed through injury since the 2010-11 season.
Barca, though, still have reason for optimism that they can reach a sixth successive Champions League semi-final as Messi's stand-in against Mallorca, Cesc Fabregas, netted a hat-trick and coach Tito Vilanova was back on the bench after cancer treatment.
They are in good spirits after the return to competitive action of defender Eric Abidal following a liver transplant, while they remain 13 points clear of Real at the top of La Liga and have not lost at home in Europe for more than three years.
"There is life beyond Messi," Barca wrote on their website. "Maybe it's not as beautiful, but it exists."
Qatari-backed PSG geared up for the Barca trip by fielding a largely reserve team in a 2-0 win at Stade Rennes that restored a seven-point lead at the top of Ligue 1.
Brazil centre-back Thiago Silva is a doubt because of a knee injury he sustained in the first leg, while holding midfielder Blaise Matuidi is suspended and could be replaced by Clement Chantome, who could feature alongside David Beckham.
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It starts with a simple note or thought written on a piece of paper. Then more ideas come to mind. Cue the music on the radio or in your head. Now you’re vibing.
Starting a new endeavor or goal is never easy. There is the second guessing and overthinking. However, when your honest with yourself; dreaming is one of the best feelings ever!
Today, I challenge you to DREAM! Go build or create your goodness for the world to see!


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Magic the Gathering has been around since 1993 and has evolved into having a virtual game as well. The rules and play mechanics are the same. But instead of paper copies, you use digitized version of cards. The digital version is now in version 3.
Alas with so much hype given to version 3, Wizards of the Coast as usual failed to live up to its promises. Version 3 is full of bugs and also has a lot of errors. Furthermore, the interface isn't very userfriendly and has very small graphics. Improvements that were needed like increasing trading from the limit of 32 cards has not been done.
The advantage of the digital version however, is that cards don't get damaged and collections are easily managed. Also current sets are redeemable for their cardboard counterparts. The cards are also cheaper than their cardboard counterparts.

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Finally arrived, and we'll be adding do this gradually.....
Starting off with a special Cat Clicker Training Kit
And LOOK - Cat Flashing Collars.... well actually they're dog collars, but very small....
Cat Tick Removal
IV24 and nearby : please contact Pawsability
Edinburgh, and nearby, please look at www.animalbehaviourservice.co.uk.
UK : Kathie Gregory of Pet Perfect 01769 550318 is happy to help cats all over the UK, including via phone consultation
Suffolk, and UK : Debbie Ottway or www.catbehave.co.uk is happy to help cats in the Suffold area and via phone consultations.
Or, please look at www.capbt.org to find a behaviourist closer to your home,
or please look at www.vickyhalls.net
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Cumberland Recognized by Independent Agents
The Independent Insurance Agents of Essex County (NJ) named Cumberland Insurance Group the recipient of its prestigious company recognition award.
This award was presented at the IIAEC Annual Installation of Officers Dinner in Livingston, New Jersey on September 6, 2012.
The IIAEC company recognition award honors insurance carriers which demonstrate outstanding support to the American Agency System.
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What’s the best way to prep your body for the biggest feast of the year?
On the last day for public comments on new food safety rules, critics urge changes that would better support organic and sustainable farming practices.
A new study shows just how little consumers often know about products that are supposed to be natural and good for them. Continue reading →
Overweight kids can learn to resist junk food through repeated up-close-and-personal exposure. Continue reading →
Supporters of losing teams on Sunday tend to binge on unhealthy foods the next day. Continue reading →
Low levels of added sugar in diets of mice shortened their lifespan and reduced reproduction, a new study shows. Continue reading →
A new test shows how much corn syrup you've gulped over time. Continue reading →
Trading high-fat food for carbs increases alertness during the day, a new study finds. Continue reading →
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Meet Candi Carney, FNP-C
Candi Carney is one of our valued Family Nurse Practitioners practicing out of our Sunnyvale location. With over 20 years of experience, Candi is able to diagnose and treat skin conditions for all ages and can also prescribe medication if needed. Candi also does cosmetic dermatology such as Botox, cosmetic fillers, and SkinPen treatments. Candi Carney is a Certified Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with an undergraduate degree from Texas Woman’s University, School of Nursing and a Masters of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of Texas Tyler. She is a part of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Texas Nurse Practitioners Association, National Academy of Dermatology Nurse Practitioners, and the National Honors Society of Leadership and Success.


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This is the Planter Boxes category of information.
This Do-it-yourself projects category features a collection of DIY free woodworking plans to build garden planter boxes from woodworker related web sites. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality.
Total woodworking resources in this category: 171. Displaying Page 1.
Bamboo Planter with Trellis This easy to build planter with trellis makes a great place for climbing plants and also works as a privacy screen for your deck. Could be made without using bamboo as well.
Chippendale Planter Box You could build a plain planter box or you could build this beautiful Chippendale planter box with just a little more effort. I say go for beautiful every time. Free step-by-step plans are available at the link.
Garden Planter with Trellis This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple garden planter with trellis. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.
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Maybe THIS is why she's suddenly resurfaced!
Apparently, that's all thanks to her own personal curating ability!!
The 27-year-old actress has been pulling a ton of outfits straight from
Yes everyone, this is what 50 looks like.
Marc Jacobs celebrated his 50th birthday yesterday on Ipanema Beach with his boyfriend Harry Louis.
We're actually surprised they were able to pull themselves off each other long enough to do so!
For their lovers stroll, both Marc and Harry traded their Speedos for briefs and shiny trunks.
Wonder who got to blow out whose candle that night!? LOLz!
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Travel Scene Printed Crinkled Silk Chiffon - Light Blue / Multicolor
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This is a one-of-a-kind fun crinkled silk chiffon depicting little 1920's ladies in full vacation regalia. Black line illustrations on a light blue background. Perfect for skirts and dresses.
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- Content: 100% Silk
- Color: Light Blue / Multicolor
- Width: 45 inches
This fabric is from an exclusive limited-quantity production. Once sold out, we are unable to get more.


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Új Bála is a solo project by Gábor Kovács, a Hungarian musician and visual artist. Active in numerous music projects, Új Bála sees him embrace the (basement) dancefloor. The intense, relentless grittiness, which has become Gábor's trademark, is present here, but there are also moments of release - grainy, nostalgic moods on the backdrop of dingy, stripped down rhythms, off-kilter exotica and plenty of mangled misanthropy.
released March 24, 2016
Cover art: Gábor Kovács
Mastering: András Weil
Graphic design: Margaréta Fehér
Made by Headless Duplicated Tapes, Prague
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WHAT: CXOs from leading technology companies–Activ Surgical, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and Innominds–come together during this virtual fireside chat to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) and 5G technologies are set to radically transform healthcare with telehealth solutions. Activ Surgical, a digital surgery pioneer and the company that was the first to perform a fully-autonomous, minimally invasive robotic surgery, recently joined the Qualcomm® Smart Cities Accelerator Program that aims to connect cities with an ecosystem of providers to help deliver greater efficiencies, cost savings, safety and sustainability. Activ Surgical is also collaborating with Innominds on the development of next generation surgical sensing capabilities that will usher in a new era of visibility and insights for surgeons around the world. This virtual fireside chat will highlight today’s challenges and opportunities for revolutionizing our healthcare system leveraging breakthrough technology.
WHY: Preventable medical errors are the third leading cause of death after heart attack and cancer. In addition, 400,000 deaths every year are due to avoidable medical errors in the U.S. alone, and 26 percent of all medical errors are preventable surgical errors. This fireside chat will highlight how next-generation surgical sensing, coupled with AI-powered real-time cameras, will enhance a surgeon’s intra-operative decision making and improve patient outcomes.
WHO: “Digital Healthcare Re-Imagined” will bring together the leading voices in the digital healthcare and technology industries, including:
- Sanjeet Pandit, Senior Director, Business Development, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
- David Nash, Vice President & President, North America and Australia, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc
- Todd Usen, Chief Executive Officer, Activ Surgical
- Tom Calef, Chief Technology Officer, Activ Surgical
- Raj Ganti, President, Innominds
This virtual fireside chat will be moderated by Sairam Vedam, Chief Marketing Officer, Innominds.
WHEN: “Digital Healthcare Re-Imagined” will be held August 28, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. EST/8:00 a.m. PST. Registration is free.
WHERE: Wherever you are – home office, study, kitchen, etc. Reserve your spot today here: https://www.innominds.com/resources/webinars/fireside-chat/digital-healthcare-re-imagined


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Glebe Veterinary Hospital
113 Glebe Point Road, Glebe, NSW 113 Gl
(02) 9660 1771
Glebe Veterinary Hospital has recruited and brought some of the country’s leading veterinary surgeons to Glebe, At our Veterinary Hospital we offer a broad range of quality services to give them the best possible care that you expect form Veterinarian, at an affordable price.
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As a medical student in the transition from pre-clinicals to clinicals, I felt incredibly privileged to have the opportunity to interact with patients and finally be a part of the health care team — this is what I came here for. During this transition, I also came to realize that you can look at a patient solely through the lens of a clinician, but doing so will undoubtedly cause you to overlook the human being who is your patient. Clinical medicine is so much more than a textbook coming to life; it is about the fragility of life, the inevitability of death and everything in between.
Shortly after beginning my third year of medical school, I witnessed a code blue that hit close to home. It was a patient with chronic kidney disease who was on hemodialysis — just like my mother. The intensity was palpable as the team rushed to the dialysis unit. Although there were at least 10 people in the room, there was only one who really mattered in that very moment. Of course, as in any life or death situation, the minutes felt like hours. It was loud and chaotic until it became painfully silent — a silence unlike any I had ever encountered. Despite the team’s best efforts, the patient did not make it. The silence lingered for a short while, marking the harrowing realization that the patient was gone forever.
Afterward, the team quickly debriefed. To my surprise, no one showed any emotion. “She was a dialysis patient with end-stage renal disease — it’s not like she was going to live much longer anyway,” said the senior resident. My heart sank. When he looked at this patient, he saw chronic kidney disease and all of its co-morbidities while failing to see that patients are so much more than their constellation of signs and symptoms. However, I saw someone’s parent, spouse, sibling and fellow human being whose life was cut too short. While all he could see was the patient’s clinical morbidities and statistically poor prognosis, I saw a life that lost all its potential in a matter of minutes. I could not help but think of the holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and family gatherings that would never be the same for a family who lost their loved one too soon.
As intelligent and clinically adept as he was, it was evident that this resident had lost sight of the importance of humanism in medicine. It was then that I knew I had my work cut out for myself. While this simply may have been his coping mechanism, it was certainly not a habit I wanted to pick up. I could not allow myself to minimize the loss of a life, to become so utterly jaded or to let my compassion slip away. While some might argue that becoming desensitized to losing a patient is the only way to cope with repeated losses, such suppression of emotions may be responsible for the staggering burnout and depression rates noted among medical trainees and professionals.
It is both fascinating and terrifying that we can easily lose sight of how compassion is at the very core of what it means to be human — even if just for a split second. Now that I have completed my third year of medical school, I have come to realize that type of morbid sentiment is commonplace in medicine. Sometimes I reflect on that day wondering “what if the outcome had been different?” and how much that would mean to this family; I can almost see an alternate ending without the enduring silence.
While there is no way to choose our patients’ outcomes, we can certainly choose to be empathetic and compassionate regardless of their outcomes. Medicine without empathy and compassion is not medicine at all. I wholeheartedly believe that being an exceptional clinician and a compassionate human being are by no means mutually exclusive — rather, they are inextricably intertwined. If we allow ourselves to feel, to empathize and to mourn our patients, we will undoubtedly be better clinicians. Needless to say, I am committed to coming out on the other end of my medical training just as compassionate, if not more, than when I started this journey for my future patients and for myself. After all, I like myself a whole lot better when I am a little more human.

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text: Shareholders of British Airways and Spain’s national carrier Iberia have finally approved the highly touted merger between the two companies. Creating Europe’s second biggest airline alliance - after Air France-KLM - the tie-up will see the company named the International Airlines Group (IAG). British Airways Chief Executive Willie Walsh, said: “We’ve had a strong relationship with Iberia for more than a decade and this merger will enhance both airlines’ strategic and financial positions, creating benefits for our customers, shareholders and staff. The merged company will benefit from the two airlines’ complementary networks with our strong presence in North America, Asia and Africa and Iberia’s strong presence in Latin America and our combined presence in Europe.” The separate BA and Iberia brands will continue to operate as normal. The two airlines began discussing a merger two years ago because of the challenging economic conditions both were facing.

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Nonstop Movies: ‘Pain & Gain’
Director Michael Bay exemplifies the image of the “ugly American.” He’s excessive, over-indulgent, loud, brash and he doesn’t give a you-know-what.
I’ve missed him so much.
Bay has directed some of my favorite action films, including “Bad Boys,” “Bad Boys II,” “The Rock,” “Armageddon” and “The Island.” I’ve watched these films over and over again, so it puzzles me that he receives so much hate from movie critics and Internet movie geeks. There’s no denying his films are loud and dumb, but they’re just so much fun. I don’t know what haters are expecting out of a Michael Bay film other than two hours of entertaining cinematic eye candy.
So after dedicating a good part of the last decade to three “Transformers” movies, Bay finally returns to make films with real actors instead of robots and models, and what a glorious return it is. I initially thought “Pain & Gain” would be an action film, but it turned out to be a farcical comedy. The irony is that the incredibly ridiculous events in “Pain & Gain” actually happened.
The film is based on the true story of three knuckle-headed bodybuilders looking to score some quick riches. Mark Wahlberg plays Daniel Lugo, the “brains” behind the operation. He gets all his ideas from watching movies, and it’s hilarious to see every plan go awry. Daniel is joined by Adrian Doorbal (Anthony Mackie), who needs money for a penile operation so can achieve erections again, and Paul Doyle (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson), a converted Christian who just got out of jail and needs seed money to start his life over. The three musclemen plot to kidnap rich guy Victor Kershaw (Tony Shalhoub) and force him to sign over his assets to them.
All four leads are great in their roles. Wahlberg obviously beefed up for the film and looks nothing like his Marky Mark days. He is so earnest in describing his idiotic plans that you can see how the dumb could lead the dumb just by pure enthusiasm and charisma. Mackie has some of the best lines of the film, and Johnson is given the opportunity to play a range of emotions as a man who doesn’t want to hurt anyone, yet is the most dangerous of the three. Shalhoub is also brilliant as Kershaw, the victim who’s actually more of a villain. Great supporting performances are also given by Rebel Wilson, Rob Corddry and former Bay actors Ken Jeong, Ed Harris and Peter Stormare.
“Pain & Gain” acknowledges that the events in the movie are ridiculously over-the-top and even reminds the audience during another unbelievable scene with on-screen text that assures, “this is still a true story.” A story with such remarkable idiocy actually seems right up Bay’s alley, and he doesn’t hold back in telling it in his signature fashion. All of the Bay trademarks are there, including the low-angle shots, the 360-degree camera turns, flashy lighting, strippers and everything audiences love or hate about Bay.
Me? I love the guy’s work, so I’m delighted to say that Bay is back and it was well worth the wait. I haven’t laughed harder during a movie this year.
“Pain & Gain,” 130 minutes, is Rated R and opens in theaters today.


End-to-end data-driven image compressive sensing reconstruction (EDCSR) frameworks achieve state-of-the-art reconstruction performance in terms of reconstruction speed and accuracy. However, due to their end-to-end nature, existing EDCSR frameworks can not adapt to a variable compression ratio (CR). For applications that desire a variable CR, existing EDCSR frameworks must be trained from scratch at each CR, which is computationally costly and time-consuming. This paper presents a generic compression ratio adapter (CRA) framework that addresses the variable compression ratio (CR) problem for existing EDCSR frameworks with no modification to given reconstruction models nor enormous rounds of training needed. CRA exploits an initial reconstruction network to generate an initial estimate of reconstruction results based on a small portion of the acquired measurements. Subsequently, CRA approximates full measurements for the main reconstruction network by complementing the sensed measurements with resensed initial estimate. Our experiments based on two public image datasets (CIFAR10 and Set5) show that CRA provides an average of 13.02 dB and 5.38 dB PSNR improvement across the CRs from 5 to 30 over a naive zero-padding approach and the AdaptiveNN approach(a prior work), respectively. CRA addresses the fixed-CR limitation of existing EDCSR frameworks and makes them suitable for resource-constrained compressive sensing applications.


Welcome to another round of your favorite game!
On Friday, Warner Brothers gave us our first look at Anne Hathaway as Catwoman from the upcoming The Dark Knight Rises. Over the weekend, the internet went bananas making comparisons all the way back to — my own personal favorite Catwoman — Julie Newmar from the 1966 TV version of Batman. But the real test of Catwoman’s sexness is, of course, our own Shag, Marry or Bury poll. So we’re putting three of the most recent women to don the costume to the test. Which Catwoman will you choose: Michelle Pfeiffer‘s, Halle Berry‘s, or Anne Hathaway‘s?
Last week’s winners:
Shag: Christina Hendricks
Tell us who you’re voting for this week in the comments.


Within the category of ski equipment is the subcategory of ski bindings. They are used to attach a ski boot to a ski, and for this reason must be rigid and transfer force well. It must do this so that the rider can turn and pivot in the snow, but it must also have a release so that the skier does not injure themselves. For these reasons bindings are made and manufactured by a variety of companies.
The primary purpose of the ski bindings is to take the ski boot and attach it to the ski itself. The binding must, as it outlines it its name, hold the boot to the ski enabling the rider to act as though the ski is a natural extension of the foot, albeit a really long foot. In the modern era, a release mechanism was added so that if an improper force was made, the binding will release the boot, preventing ankle, knee, and less commonly hip injuries because the ski catches on things and transfers that force into the rider in the same way the rider pushes on the skis enabling a turn. For this reason bindings are an important safety device and well as a functionally necessary device as the skier would not be able to attach themselves to the ski otherwise. Lastly, ski bindings are broken down into the categories of alpine, cross country, telemark, alpine ski touring, and snowboard and snowblade bindings.