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In June, 2006, I put forward a private member’s motion in the House of Commons regarding the need to mandate Canadian content levels for public transportation projects funded by federal tax dollars.
Finally, after more than 18 months of patient waiting, my private member’s motion (M-183), “Canadian content levels for public transportation projects,” is scheduled for the first hour of Parliamentary debate on Feb. 14.
Here in the northwest, we are keenly aware of the importance of public transportation projects to the local economy. Thunder Bay’s Bombardier plant has endured some lean times in the past few years due to foreign policies such as the “Buy America Act,” which requires 60 percent of the components of U.S. transit vehicles to be sourced in the U.S. and demands that 100 percent of final assembly be performed domestically.
All other G-7 countries also have implemented similar policies.
As a result, Bombardier now has production facilities in every G-7 country in order to compete on these projects, and their leading-edge technologies are carrying passengers around the world.
In Canada, there currently are no policies that require Canadian transit projects to include Canadian content.
This means that when cities such as Toronto, Calgary, or Vancouver use federal tax money to expand their bus, subway, or light rail lines, they can buy a system that is made anywhere—sending millions of our tax dollars to create jobs in China, Mexico, or the United States instead of Canada.
That doesn’t sit right with me!
If our taxes are paying for a new subway car in Toronto or Edmonton, I think that subway car should be made by a Canadian worker.
I believe that “ABC Subway Company” should have to open a production facility in this country if it wants to profit from taxes that are paid by you and me—the same way that Bombardier and New Flyer have to operate a plant in the U.S. so they can build a subway car or bus for the City of New York.
As your MP, I am your voice in Ottawa and I need the strength of many to give my voice the power to be heard.
I ask that you show your support for this motion by signing a petition at my constituency office and encouraging your friends, family, and co-workers to do the same.


The Iranian navy’s largest warship Makran, a logistics vessel which carries 7 helicopters, and the missile carrier Zereh have been posted to its fleet in the northern Indian Ocean, the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait and the Red Sea, the Tasnim news agency reports. The two new warships were unveiled and delivered during a two-day Iranian exercise in the Gulf of Oman.
“We are once again in the Red Sea region,” said Maj. Gen. Mohammad Hossein Bagher reporting on the ongoing buildup of warships on Wednesday. State TV said the 121,000-metric ton Makran is Iran’s largest military ship at 228 meters (748 feet) long, 42 meters (138 feet) wide and 21.5 meters (70 feet) tall. It is claimed to support combat ships in the fleet, can travel for nearly three years without docking and carry information collection and processing gear. These features are not independently confirmed. Video footage released by the military showed helicopters carrying commandos to the Makran as part of the exercise.
Newsweek this week ran images of advanced Iranian Shahed-136 “suicide drones” deployed to Houthi-controlled northern Yemen. They are estimated to have an effective range of 2,000 to 2,200 km. Israel, Saudi Arabia and US bases are well within range.
Israel military sources say the IDF has identified the peril posed by Iran’s “second circle” of aggression in Yemen and Iraq. The IDF has been conducting war games since December simulating attacks from the south from a variety of hardware, whether by missiles, drones or other remote guidance weapons. Patriot and Iron Dome anti-missile batteries have been moved to its southernmost town, the Red Sea port city and resort of Eilat.
Its backing for the Yemeni Houthi insurgency has won Iran a strategic foothold against Israel and Saudi Arabia, over and above Iraq, Syria and Lebanon. Its naval buildup puts Tehran in position to blockade this vital sea lane.
Iran routinely uses Yemen’s Houthis for cross-border missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia. Its current naval buildup will threaten the kingdom’s Red Sea coastline and western oil route as well. Iran’s use of its “second circle” of aggression against American allies in the region is one more item for the incoming Joe Biden presidency to tackle in any renewed nuclear negotiations with the Islamic Republic.


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“The team at Oak Ridge says Summit is the first supercomputer designed from the ground up to run AI applications, such as machine learning and neural networks. It has over 27,000 GPU chips from Nvidia, whose products have supercharged plenty of AI applications, and also includes some of IBM’s Power9 chips, which the company launched last year specifically for AI workloads. There’s also an ultrafast communications link for shipping data between these silicon workhorses.
Bob Picciano of IBM says all this allows Summit to run some applications up to 10 times faster than Titan while using only 50 percent more electrical power. Among the AI-related projects slated to run on the new supercomputer is one that will crunch through huge volumes of written reports and medical images to try to identify possible relationships between genes and cancer. Another will try to identify genetic traits that could predispose people to opioid addiction and other afflictions”.
Source : The world’s most powerful supercomputer is tailor made for the AI era – MIT Technology Review
“Waymo, la filiale d’Alphabet spécialisée dans les voitures autonomes, veut importer en Europe son service de robots taxis, après son lancement aux Etats-Unis prévu cette année”.
Source : Après les USA, Waymo veut lancer ses robots taxis en Europe
“Three main factors determine what you see in your Instagram feed:
- Interest: How much Instagram predicts you’ll care about a post, with higher ranking for what matters to you, determined by past behavior on similar content and potentially machine vision analyzing the actual content of the post.
- Recency: How recently the post was shared, with prioritization for timely posts over weeks-old ones.
- Relationship: How close you are to the person who shared it, with higher ranking for people you’ve interacted with a lot in the past on Instagram, such as by commenting on their posts or being tagged together in photos.
Beyond those core factors, three additional signals that influence rankings are:
- Frequency: How often you open Instagram, as it will try to show you the best posts since your last visit.
- Following: If you follow a lot of people, Instagram will be picking from a wider breadth of authors so you might see less of any specific person.
- Usage: How long you spend on Instagram determines if you’re just seeing the best posts during short sessions, or it’s digging deeper into its catalog if you spend more total time browsing”.
Source : How Instagram’s algorithm works | TechCrunch
“People say nothing has changed: that there is still mass surveillance. That is not how you measure change. Look back before 2013 and look at what has happened since. Everything changed. The government and corporate sector preyed on our ignorance. But now we know. People are aware now. People are still powerless to stop it but we are trying. The revelations made the fight more even” – Edward Snowden.
Source : Edward Snowden: ‘The people are still powerless, but now they’re aware’ | US news | The Guardian
“ « We’ve never been in the data business », Apple CEO Tim Cook told NPR on Monday, responding to a report that Facebook struck agreements giving Apple and other device makers access to Facebook users’ personal information”.
Source : Apple Requested ‘Zero’ Personal Data In Deals With Facebook, CEO Tim Cook Says : NPR
“After connecting to Facebook, the BlackBerry Hub app was able to retrieve detailed data on 556 of Mr. LaForgia’s friends, including relationship status, religious and political leanings and events they planned to attend. Facebook has said that it cut off third parties’ access to this type of information in 2015, but that it does not consider BlackBerry a third party in this case”.
Source : Facebook Gave Device Makers Deep Access to Data on Users and Friends – The New York Times
“Facial recognition software used by the UK’s biggest police force has returned false positives in more than 98 per cent of alerts generated, The Independent can reveal, with the country’s biometrics regulator calling it “not yet fit for use”. The Metropolitan Police’s system has produced 104 alerts of which only two were later confirmed to be positive matches, a freedom of information request showed. In its response the force said it did not consider the inaccurate matches “false positives” because alerts were checked a second time after they occurred”.
Source : Metropolitan Police’s facial recognition technology 98% inaccurate, figures show | The Independent
“In one particularly brazen example, ads were run promoting both a “Pro-Beyonce Protest Rally” and an “Anti-Beyonce Protest Rally” scheduled for the same time time and place following the controversy over the artist’s performance at the 2016 Super Bowl. The pro-Beyoncé ad was targeted at users designated as having African American behaviors. The anti-Beyoncé ad was targeted narrowly at people who had studied to become a police officer or whose job title matched a list of law enforcement or military titles, including officer, colonel, major general (United States), master sergeant, commander (United States), sergeant, brigadier general, petty officer, chief petty officer, lieutenant commander, squadron leader, 911 dispatcher or rear admiral”.
Source : #BlueLivesMatter and Beyoncé: Russian Facebook ads hit hot-button US issues | US news | The Guardian
“Le logo de SenseTime est rarement visible, même en Chine, où l’entreprise est pourtant la plus active. Sa technologie se trouve cependant derrière nombre de logiciels et d’applications populaires. Suning, un vendeur de produits électroménagers chinois à succès, a lancé l’année dernière des magasins autonomes, sans vendeurs. Le paiement par reconnaissance faciale y est possible grâce à SenseTime. Le spécialiste de l’IA aide aussi l’opérateur du métro de Shanghaï à analyser les flux de passagers.Mais le chiffre d’affaires de SenseTime provient essentiellement d’applications moins impressionnantes. L’entreprise fournit la technologie de reconnaissance faciale des principaux constructeurs chinois de smartphones – Huawei, Oppo, Xiaomi et Vivo”.
Source : SenseTime, la start-up chinoise en pointe dans la reconnaissance faciale

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Around the world on any given day people are waiting…for transport, for food, in a queue, for a long awaited baby; or they may be waiting for things to change in their lives for the better, for war to stop, for death to come or for a loved one to return home. Life on Earth is full of people waiting, hoping and wishing for dreams to come true and feeling helpless to create change in their lives when, in truth, they have all the resources available to them already, if only they would believe it to be true. Even though so many people are presently finding it difficult to feel joyful or hopeful for the future, their attachment to the physical nature of life is what is limiting their ability to receive the abundance of the universe. The universe can only return to you that which you give out to it so, if you wish to receive abundance, joy, happiness and fulfilment in your life at first you must be thankful for what you already have, even if you feel you have nothing at all.
War, terrorism, abuse, violence and fear are rife in the world and those who are caught up in it may feel that they are victims and therefore have no control over what is happening to them and to their families and their feelings of devastation and helplessness are completely justified. To a certain extent, where the actions of others are as a result of the exertion of free will against another this is true, but I wish to give hope to all of you who are struggling to find hope and peace in amongst the stark realities of your life.
Fear creates more fear and a vibration so low that it is difficult to escape from. There are many people in positions of power for whom a state of fear amongst the masses is the best reality because it allows them the most advantage… to be in control and to reap the rewards that power brings, no matter the cost. The low vibration of the Third Dimension on Earth is very difficult to avoid, particularly when one has been suppressed, violated and abused, and the fear and hatred produced can only create more of the same, which is why so many people become trapped in the energies of drama, violence and anger. When you can move away from these lower vibrations, even if it is in your mind, not with your physical body, the ability to access a higher consciousness and vibration will bring you to a new state of being in which you can see things from a higher point of view. When you can do that you can begin to create miracles in your life, even if the physical reality is telling you otherwise.
To use the tools of the universe you must use your mind to create a new reality for yourself, one in which you are abundant in every way and immensely grateful for everything good that is in your life. When you can turn your thoughts around to be positive the shift will be immediate and the gifts of the universe will begin to appear. However small, however insignificant your thoughts may seem, the power of the mind is in its connection to the All so every thought, no matter how small, has the power to create something that may be terrible or wonderful, depending on its intention. By changing your thoughts you will change your reality and what the universe delivers to you. It really is that simple.
So, next time you think a negative thought such as, “I never have any money,” stop, cut and cancel it and rearrange your words! What you think or say you create!! Be positive, be bold and say something like, “I thank the universe for the wealth I already have and for what I am to receive! I am abundant and I am open to the abundant flow of the universe!” See your world with different eyes and be thankful dear ones, for thankfulness and gratitude will open your hearts to empathy, love, compassion and possibilities whereas sorrow and regret will close your heart and your mind to everything that is available to you.
Be in Divine flow! Be a powerful co-creator and create what you wish to have through the power of your positive thinking. Be mindful, be grateful and be open to receive!
We ARE yours in service, Saint Germain and Lord Melchizadek.
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She got a surgical implant in India to make her eyes two different colors. Shame this website and interviewer would waste precious bandwidth to give this liar a platform to speak of her gratuitous involvement in modeling and shilling snake oil. Hey Sarah, what exactly is it about CBD oil that treats acne, hmmm? Or are you riding someone else’s good idea into the sunset again without knowing the finer details of how simple chemical reactions work?
Love it...Love This...Alright, I work at Sephora but this is not a "wow buy this cause it works" this is a "wow this is the best mask I've tried in a long time" and I mean it....It doesn't have a super offensive oder and it's a little drying (to be expected as it's a acne clearing mask) but my skin feels nowhere near as tight as like when I use a Glamglow mask.
Many theories about diet and acne abound; Anolik is most convinced by the ones surrounding sugar and dairy. “Dermatologists really didn’t believe in all the dietary restrictions for acne, but studies in the past ten years have convinced us a bit,” he says. “Dairy and high-glycemic foods do seem to play a part.” High-sugar diets are known to feed bacteria; any diet that increases overall inflammation in the body doubtlessly plays a part. Specific diets—from Ayurveda to low-carb to veganism—definitely work for some people.
If you have body acne, taking a shower as soon as possible after working out is also key. It turns out that standing around in tight, sweaty workout clothes puts you at the greatest risk for body acne and rashes. “The whole idea is that the bacteria that live on the skin can get trapped in the hair follicles and cause inflammation,” says dermatologist Dr. Elizabeth Hale. “The more you work out in the heat the more likely this is.” Dr. Levin agrees that showering right after a workout is your best defense against body acne. But in a pinch, body wipes like the Yuni Shower Sheets will do the trick.
The "juice" from the Aloe Vera plant helps to reduce the visibility of acne spots and acne scars. More specifically speaking, it helps to heal the skin, to protect it, and and to make it softer and smoother. In addition to actively treating and getting rid of acne breakouts, aloe vera is also an outstanding preventative measure too. There's a reason that aloe vera is recommended for treating all sorts of skin conditions -- it WORKS!
Severe acne. Severe acne consists of deep cysts, redness, swelling, extreme damage to the skin and scarring. You should see a dermatologist to care for this type of acne. Scarring can be prevented with appropriate treatments. Your dermatologist can prescribe oral antibiotics and oral contraceptives. Large inflamed cysts can be treated with an injection of a drug that lessens the redness, swelling, and irritation, and promotes healing.
If a pore gets clogged up and closes but bulges out from the skin, you're left with a whitehead. If a pore gets clogged up but stays open, the top surface can darken and you're left with a blackhead. Sometimes the wall of the pore opens, allowing sebum, bacteria, and dead skin cells to make their way under the skin — and you're left with a small, red bump called a pimple (sometimes pimples have a pus-filled top from the body's reaction to the bacterial infection).
Best used for treating hyperpigmentation, these products — packed with glycolic acid — promote cellular turnover to remove the top layers of the skin revealing a brighter, fresh complexion, says New York City-based dermatologist Dendy Engelman. "Glycolic acid is the smallest acid in size," she says. (This means it can get deep into the skin.) "It is very effective in breaking down skin cells and removing dead particles," says Engleman. "It boosts collagen production and elastin production with the removal of waste and dead skin cells." Bottom line: By removing these dead cells, healthy, glow-y skin is revealed.
A benzoyl peroxide cream (2.5 percent strength) is a good choice for adolescents experiencing red or inflamed breakouts that aren't getting better with medicated cleansers. Benzoyl peroxide is a very common and inexpensive acne treatment cream that can be found over-the-counter in the skin care aisle. Benzoyl peroxide kills the bacteria that cause pimples and is highly successful in treating mild cases of acne.
The process involves first removing makeup with an emollient formula—I use her Soothing Aloe Cleansing Milk, which looks and feels like lotion—on dry skin for 30 seconds, then rinsing and follow with another cleanser. Rouleau's AHA/BHA Blemish Control Cleanser has been my lifesaver, it's a blend of salicylic, lactic, and glycolic acids, plus jojoba beads for physical exfoliation. It sloughs away residue and oil and targets pimples, blackheads, and leftover scarring. I always followed this with Rouleau's Balancing Skin Tonic before applying any other layers.
Wow !...So Bomb...I love glamglow, but this is expensive and it is a small container within a big box, I have really oily skin it doesn't really clear up my skin that much, when I use this I like how it makes my skin really soft and clear but whenever I wake up the next morning I tend to get really extra oily wherever I used it....I received a sample version of this in my play box a while back when I was receiving the play box (I canceled my subscription, I literally only found two products after a years worth of subscriptions that worked for me, it was a waste of money, I expected better quality from Sephora it was the real letdown, but that's a whole other story!).
Acne scar treatments are best handled with special attention and care from your dermatologist since they require more intense procedures than over-the-counter options. The downside: Treatments tend to be expensive. If you aren't quite ready to put a dent in your savings, know that you aren't alone in your struggle with acne scars. Just by reframing your way of thinking, you may even learn to feel much more comfortable with them.
Oral antibiotics: Doctors may start treatment with tetracycline (Sumycin) or one of the related "cyclines," such as doxycycline (Vibramycin, Oracea, Adoxa, Atridox, and others) and minocycline (Dynacin, Minocin). Other oral antibiotics that are useful for treating acne are cefadroxil (Duricef), amoxicillin (Amoxil, DisperMox, Trimox), and the sulfa drugs.

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During my senior year in high school, I was in a terrible skiing accident in which I collided with a tree, and broke two bones in my leg. The accident left me bed-ridden for several weeks, as my leg healed from surgery. To add insult to injury, my high school love broke up with me the week after the accident. I was literally in pieces: a fractured body, a shattered psyche, and a broken heart. In the weeks that followed, I had plenty of time to be alone with my thoughts, and to begin the long process of healing.
One of the unexpected sources of healing was a casual weeknight Bible study. A few friends who had been meeting to study scripture together moved the Bible study to my house after the accident to keep me company. Every Wednesday night, a group of friends would climb in around me on the pull-out sofa in my living room (the island I called home for several weeks until I could manage the stairs), and we’d select a scripture passage at random and talk about it together. Their companionship, and this ritual, grounded me. Instead of feeling lonely or depressed, I began to rejoice in the positives brought about by this experience.
Long after my bones healed, I continued to feel the physical effects from crashing into a tree with my entire body: constant neck and shoulder pain that contributed to daily headaches; a dull ache in the titanium rod in my leg every time it rained; difficulty walking long distances. Finally, I became sick of the internal monologue that said I was forever damaged. That’s when I decided to take up running, which opened up a new world to me and connected me more deeply with God through moving prayer. The day that my “broken” body crossed the finish line of a half marathon, I wept from the overwhelming feeling of being freed from a great burden.
In the Church, we talk a lot about the gift of healing, but what about the gift of allowing oneself to be healed? This is something that requires trusting others, loving one’s self, and listening to God. I’ve experienced a great deal of healing in the twelve years since my accident: physically, psychologically, and spiritually. Most importantly, though, I have come to understand that I am a beloved child of God. We all are. We may be broken, but God wants to restore us. We may be shattered, but God wants to make us whole.
In these last few weeks of Lent, let us remember to open ourselves up to healing. Let us look at our wounds, our imperfections, our heartaches, and see places where we can let light in. Where we can let love in. Where we can let God in.
Loving Creator, giver of life and health: Comfort and relieve your broken servants, and give your power of healing to those who minister to their needs, that all may be strengthened in their weakness and have confidence in your loving care; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen ("Prayer for the Sick," Book of Common Prayer, p. 260, modified slightly).


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SWAKOPMUND, 16 JUL (NAMPA) The Minister of Safety and Security is concerned about the slow investigation of criminal cases by the Namibian Police Force.
Immanuel Ngatjizeko said this during the official opening of the Criminal Investigation Conference in Swakopmund on Wednesday.
I have been informed that cases are being reported and files are piling up because investigations are not completed. This shows that we are unable or not willing to complete such investigations. We must make sure investigations are completed on time, so that cases can be finalised for justice to prevail, he urged.
He said the nation expect the police to thoroughly and timely investigate their cases, and when that does not happen they (nation) lose faith, therefore there is a need to work extra hard.
For the community, success is when we solve a serious case, but without that they cannot give us any credit. Imagine a case will take for instance two or three years just for investigations, says Ngatjizeko.
On Central Intelligence investigations, he said such investigations on members of the police are also very slow.
Ngatjizeko stated that Force members suspected of offences must be dealt with timely, and not be allowed to continue working with pending cases.
I personally want to look into this matter of police cases taking so long to be completed. If we do not complete cases of police officers on time, the nation will conclude that those who are supposed to investigate are corrupt, he stressed.
On training of new investigators, the minister noted that 2 800 new members will be recruited this year to ensure there is more staff and work is done on time.
Another subject of concern is case dockets getting lost at the hands of police officers. Ngatjizeko thus directed that it should come to an end, because the police are entrusted with handling such important records.
This is a serious issue, case dockets getting lost while we are supposed to safely keep them. I hope the Electronic Policing (E-Policing) will solve the disappearance of case dockets. You are being accused of being corrupt by being paid to make dockets disappear, lets guard against that, he said.
The five-day conference was organised by the Ministry of Safety and Security to strategise how to efficiently and effectively investigate criminal cases.
Other objectives of the conference are to identify best practices aimed at enhancing regional police cooperation, to fight cross border crimes and share best practices with key stakeholders in the administration of justice.
It will further discuss how to implement resolutions from the 2014 National Conference on Gender-Based Violence, Criminal Investigation Directorate (CID) consultative meeting of 2012 as well as the workshop on case docket management of 2011.
About 50 officials are attending the conference, including Deputy Inspector-General of Operations in the Namibian Police, Major-General Vilho Nghifidaka, and Head of CID, Commissioner Nicholas Endjala.

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Ski season is finally here. Brighton Ski Resort opened up early after the snow storm this weekend.
There are a few thin spots on the slopes, but that is to be expected at the beginning of the ski season. Other than that, the slopes are looking great.
Imagine flying down a snowy mountainside, frigid air piercing your face as you wind through trees. You don’t have to imagine anymore. The open slopes are calling your name.
Jared Winkler, Marketing head for Brighton, says of Brighton being the first to open, “We don’t really set an opening day. We just kind of wing it and keep all of our staff on standby and when we get enough snow to open, we’ll open.”
Most resorts keep staff on-hand, ready to open once the snow comes. Brighton opened around Halloween one year.
Brighton got 4 fresh feet of snow and prompted them to open early. The snowboarders and skiiers say they’re enjoying every inch of it.
Chris Chandler, a skier, says, “Any time we’re skiing before Thanksgiving, its fantastic…the conditions were really good.”
Employees hurried to get the resort ready after the snowfall, which Shelby Hanni is grateful for.
“It felt amazing to finally get back up here,” Hanni said.
You can hear the shouts of glee echo off the mountain side as people race down the hill. Smiling faces can’t hide behind goggles and ski masks.
“Oh, today so far everybody’s been having a blast. There’s been a lot of excited people from our staff (and) from our guests. Everybody’s just happy,” says Winkler.
With more snow in the forecast for the weekend, every flake means a deeper base.
Other Utah ski resorts are following Brighton’s lead. Solitude is right next door to Brighton and opened its slopes yesterday. If you would like to know more about Utah Ski Resorts, go to http://www.utah.com/ski/resorts/.
Snowbird, Alta and Park City Mountain will open this weekend. Sundance will open December 7.

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Canadian Vet offers to Snip the Nuts off Easter Bunnies
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With Easter coming around the corner a British Columbia Vet has offered to chase down and "denut" the wild free roaming Little Bunnies, Hippity Hoppity around the University of Victoria. The Vet hasn't offered an explanation of what he will do with a sack full of "Bunnie Nuts", but stranger things go on in British Columbia Kitchens and Bedrooms which are best left unanswered.
Imagine if you will this Mad Doctor chasing down Bunnies with a Knife, while horrified children watch all this during spring break as they tour the grounds. Blood and Nuts and Bunny screams everywhere fills the air.
No word from Peta on this, of for that matter all the little Bunnies who will be running terrified by some whacko in a mask, white lab coat and a scalpel chasing little bunnies down on University grounds, one thing for sure Herr Doktor Elmer Fudd, when he catches em, they will soon be displaying a little less spring in their hopping for a week or two.
One thing to be sure, at the Easter Egg Hunt the kids will certainly be able to catch any bunnies that the Herr Doktor has toyed with,
A series of quick snips could cut down on the University of Victoria's problem rabbit population, says a local veterinarian.
Nick Shaw, owner of Shaw Pet Hospitals, is offering free vasectomies to male bunnies hopping around campus.
Shaw, who has three clinics in Greater Victoria, said he would be willing to pick up most of the costs, provided he and his staff could hold fundraising events to help defray expenses.
"My staff had some wonderful ideas on how to promote it and we could sell buttons and ask for donations to support the program," said Shaw, who added the normal cost for a rabbit vasectomy would be about $100 for an individual and $60 each for a bunch of bunnies.
Shaw first approached the university about a year ago, at the suggestion of lab assistant Tamara Lovegrove, a UVic graduate who was willing to mobilize her student friends to round up the male rabbits.
But Shaw was told there would first have to be a bunny count. "Then they would just never commit to anything," he said.
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USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced this afternoon that the agency will fully deregulate Monsanto’s controversial genetically engineered alfalfa. The choice was favored by the biotech industry and one of three options identified in the USDA’s Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) released last month.
USDA could have maintained regulatory status over the perennial crop that is so important as forage for the livestock industry. Or they could have chosen a limited regulation strategy with bans on the planting of GE alfalfa seeds in seed growing regions to attempt to limit the contamination of alfalfa seed stock by foreign DNA from Monsanto’s crop (alfalfa is pollinated by bees and other insects and has a pollination radius of five miles). Instead, the agency, under heavy pressure from the biotech sector, chose total deregulation. Over 250,000 public comments were received during the FEIS process, with the vast majority opposing deregulation.

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Bose Sport Earbuds - Wireless Earphones - Bluetooth In Ear Headphones for Workouts and Running, Triple Black
$149.00 in stock
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- Wireless Bluetooth earbuds engineered by Bose for your best workout yet.
- Bose lifelike sound: Makes your music sound like the performer is right there beside you, pushing you to go 1 more mile or do 1 more rep.
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- Weather and sweat resistant earbuds: IPX4 rated, with electronics wrapped in special materials to protect from moisture wherever you exercise
- Clear calls: A beamforming microphone array separates your voice from surrounding noise so your callers can hear you better.
JBL Tune 125TWS True Wireless In-Ear Headphones - JBL Pure Bass Sound, 32H Battery, Bluetooth, Fast Pair, Comfortable, Wireless Calls, Music, Native Voice Assistant (Black)
$49.95 in stock
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- JBL PURE BASS SOUND: JBL has powered festivals and concerts around the world for decades. Now let JBL bring your own world to life with incredible Pure Bass sound in these wireless earphones.
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- FAST PAIR ENABLED BY GOOGLE: As soon as you take your earbuds out of the case, they are paired to your Android device in a single tap. After pairing, any other device can be detected even when not paired.
- INDEPENDENT BUDS FOR CALLS AND MUSIC: Left ear, right ear, both ears. The power of Dual Connect gives you the choice to seamlessly enjoy music or make calls with either one or both buds. And the battery life keeps up with you , as you can keep one earbud charging, while using the other one.
- COMFORTABLE: Experience total freedom with the True Wireless JBL Tune 125TWS earbuds in full comfort. Snug-fitting they come with 3 sizes of eartips to fit your size.
True Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth 5.0 with Charging Case, Touch Control Long Play Time Earphones in Ear TWS Stereo Headphones Built in Mic Headset Premium Sound with Deep Bass for Sport(Black)
$25.99 in stock
- Powerful features: one button design, easy to use, phone calls and control music play by one button. deal for in car calling and friends chatting, or working use.Melotizhi
- Super mini design: suitable for both ears, mini design make you comfortable and protect your ears when using, Smaller and More Invisible.Melotizhi
- High quality sound: Built-in HD and Sensitivity microphone, the hands free headset is ideal for in car calling and friends chatting, or working use. This best headset owns better cancellation, noise suppression and stable signal .Melotizhi
- Longer music/talk time: the wireless earpiece with built-in rechargeable lithium-poly 50mAh battery, last for 4 hours of audio under 60% volume, 3 hours talk time, 1.5-2 hours charging time.
- BLUETOOTH 5.0 & EDR TECHNOLOGY- Compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled devices. Instantly connected to your smartphone or tablet from up to 33 feet away（10M).
Gosuguu Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.0 Headphones IP8 Waterproof Earbuds, in Ear Headphones with Mic, Deep Bass 3D Stereo, Noise Canceling, Sports, Work Out, Easy Pairing
- 【Active Noise Cancellation】Hybrid 3 layer Active Noise Cancellation. 1. Outward-facing microphone detects external sounds and counter with equal anti-noise to first cancel noise. 2. Inward-facing microphone listens inside ear canal to pick up internal sounds and produce anti-noise again to twice cancel the left noise. 3. Ear caps prevent 90% noise going to ear canal.
- 【Built-in Dual Noise Cancelling Microphone】Double microphone noise reduction system suppresses environmental noise. A dedicated internal and two external microphones pick up your voice and isolate it from outside noise.
- 【Transparent Mode】 You can hear what you want to hear, which lets outside sound in so you can hear and interact with the world around you. You can clearly hear the announcement of the airline or subway and what is saying around you without taking off the headphones.
- 【Charge on the go】Wireless earbuds can last for over 8 hours' playtime from a single charge and 24 extra hours in the compact charging case.
- 【One-step Pairing】Pick up the two headsets from the charging case, and they will be paired automatically. Then simply enable bluetooth connection on your mobile phone to pair the device with your earbuds.
TOZO T10 Bluetooth 5.0 Wireless Earbuds with Wireless Charging Case IPX8 Waterproof Stereo Headphones in Ear Built in Mic Headset Premium Sound with Deep Bass for Sport Black
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- [stereo sound quality] TOZO T10 Earbuds' 8mm large size speaker driver (the drive area is 1.77 times than the normal drive area) delivers powerful bass( lowest 16Hz), mellow midrange, and clear treble(up to 20kHz). Reproducing your music vividly.
- [ BLUETOOTH 5.0] Features with the advanced Bluetooth 5.0 technology, TOZO T10 Earbuds support HSP HFP A2DP AVRCP, which provides instant pairing and stable transmission without interruptions.
- [One step pairing] Simply take 2 headsets out from the charging case, and they will connect each other automatically and then only one step easily enter mobile phone Bluetooth setting to pair the earbuds.
- [IPX8 waterproof] Earbuds and charging case inner Nano-coating makes it possible to waterproof for 1 meters deep for 30 minutes. Waterproof and sweatproof lastest technology can effectively prevent from the damage of the splash by sweat and raindrops.
- [Charge on the go] Playtime lasts for over 6 hours from single charge and total 30 hours with charging case. Enjoy fast charging, to fully charge the rechargerable case only 1.5 hours via fast charge USB-C cable or less than 2 hours via wireless charger. Providing convenient charging way with no strings attached.
TOZO T6 True Wireless Earbuds Bluetooth Headphones Touch Control with Wireless Charging Case IPX8 Waterproof Stereo Earphones in-Ear Built-in Mic Headset Premium Deep Bass for Sport Black
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- [Smart Touch Control] Specific touch control function makes it more convenient, tap once to play/pause music and answer calls, double tap to skip forward/backward, hold to adjust the volume. You can easily control it without operating the phone.
- [BLUETOOTH 5. 0] Adopt the advanced Bluetooth 5. 0 technology. TOZO T6 Support HSP, HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, which greatly improve the transmission speed and providing you with a low-latency listening experience.
- [One step pairing] Pick up 2 headsets from charging case and they will connect each other automatically, then only one step easily enter mobile phone Bluetooth setting to pair the earbuds.
- [IPX8 waterproof] Earbuds and charging case inner Nano-coating makes it possible to waterproof for 1 meters deep for 30 minutes. It is suitable for sports to prevent water. Ideal for sweating it out at the gym . Earbuds and case even can be washed by water and soap.
- [Charge on the go] Playtime lasts for over 6 hours from single charge and total 30 hours with charging case. Enjoy fast charging, to fully charge the rechargerable case only 55 minutes via cable or less than 2 hours via wireless charger. Providing convenient charging way with no strings attached.
Sony WI-C200 Wireless in-Ear Headset/Headphones with mic for Phone Call, Black (WIC200/B)
- Wireless Audio with Bluetooth technology
- Up to 15 hours of battery life
- 9 millimeter driver units for crisp clear sound
- Flexible and lightweight cables
- Hands-free calling and voice assistant compatible
noot products NP11 Wireless Earphones Bluetooth in-Ear Headphones with Mic, Volume & Remote Control IPX7 Sweatproof Earbuds for Sports, Workout, Running, Gym (Black)
$18.99 in stock
- 24-Month Hassle-Free Warranty, Easy to Reach Customer Service
- Wireless bluetooth in-ear headphones with comfortable earhooks , comes with 3 earbud cover sizes (small, regular, large) and a black storage pouch. IPX7 sweatproof, perfect for sports, running, exercise, the gym, travel and more.
- Bluetooth version 4.1 and EDR universal compatibility. Play up to 8 hours of music time, 250 hours of standby time and charges fully in 1.5-2 hours with red light indicator. Up to 30 feet of Bluetooth range in open space. Can be connected with two devices simultaneously and quick pairing with Android, iOS and other Bluetooth devices
- Includes volume control, press + (increase) button to forward to next song and - (lower) button to rewind songs. Press button to play/pause music, and pick/end calls.
- Package inludes: NP11 Wireless Bluetooth Headset, 3 different sizes of earbud covers (small,regular, large), micro USB charging cable and black storage pouch.
JBL Live PRO+ TWS True Wireless in-Ear Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones, Up to 28H of Battery, Microphones, Wireless Charging, Hey Google and Amazon Alexa (Black)
$89.95 in stock
1 used from $129.99
- JBL SIGNATURE SOUND: These wireless earphones provide the best audio solution for any device, Live Pro-plus TWS headphones are small but powerful, with 11mm dynamic drivers for extraordinary JBL Signature Sound all day, every day.
- ADAPTIVE NOISE CANCELLING: Zero distractions when it's time to focus on your studies or get your groove on from these Bluetooth earbuds. And if you want to hear the world around you without removing your headphones, Smart Ambient sharpens the sounds of your surroundings.
- CLEAR MICROPHONE: The Live Pro-plus TWS wireless earbuds feature 3-mic technology, so you get perfect call quality. A feedback mic ensures wind suppression and environmental noise reduction, dual beamforming mics to capture your voice with crystal clarity.
- UP TO 28H OF BATTERY LIFE AND WIRELESS CHARGING: These Bluetooth earphones feature to 7 hours of playback plus 21 in the case and JBL Live Pro-plus TWS Speed Charge means your audio stays with you all day long. Power up super easily on the go with JBL Live Pro-plus TWS Speed Charge and Qi-compatible wireless charging
- HANDS-FREE HEY GOOGLE AND AMAZON ALEXA: Get help from your preferred voice assistant using your voice or with a tap on the earbud. Activate ANC or Ambient Aware, check the battery life or power off your JBL Live Pro-plus TWS simply with your voice with Hey Google. Use the all-new JBL App to easily set your preferred voice assistants.
Wireless Earbuds, Tribit 100H Playtime Bluetooth 5.0 IPX8 Waterproof Touch Control True Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds with Mic Earphones in-Ear Deep Bass Built-in Mic Bluetooth Headphones, FlyBuds 3
$39.99 in stock
3 used from $30.13
- Battery Champ True Wireless Earbuds for both phone calls, music, and video
- Long-lasting Battery(100H playtime) - Get up to 5hrs music playback per charge, and up to 100hrs with the charging case for wireless headphones. You can also use the charging case as a power bank for your phone.
- Immersive Sound headphones with microphone - FlyBuds 3 true wireless earbuds with Hi-Fi stereo sound good for phone calls, music, and video. You can enjoy your very clear phone call with your love one regardless in any noisy environment, you both have no issue at all to hear each other.
- One-step Pairing (No Need To Take The Ear buds Out) - Open the earbuds charging case they'll automatically connect to the last paired device! Press the button on the charging case to show the battery percentage or press and hold to unpair the device for re-pairing.
- IPX8 Waterproof - FlyBuds 3 wireless earbuds boast IPX8-rated protection that defends against liquids in any weather conditions.


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In 4 to 6 qt slow cooker place the sliced onions in the bottom. Top the onions with the pork roast. Season the pork roast with salt and pepper.Next, in a medium mixing bowl combine tomato sauce, garlic, molasses, white vinegar, whole grain mustard, oregano, cumin, and pickle relish. Pour the mixture over the pork roast.Set the slow cooker on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.Once cooked, remover the pork roast and shred with fork. Serve the shredded pork with buns or pickles if desired!

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Sarah Ducker, MSN, FNP-C, AOCNP
Sarah obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from East Tennessee State University in 2016. During this time, she worked as a nurse intern on the oncology progressive care unit at Johnson City Medical Center. Through this experience, she developed a love for caring for oncology patients. Following graduation, she returned to the unit to work as a registered nurse. She became a chemotherapy/biotherapy certified nurse and passed the exam for Oncology Certified Nurse.
Continuing her professional growth, Sarah enrolled at the University of Tennessee where she obtained a Master of Science in Nursing degree and Family Nurse Practitioner certification. Her passion for caring for oncology patients continued and she joined Cancer Care of WNC as a nurse practitioner on the inpatient oncology service in January 2018.
In January 2020, Sarah transitioned her practice to Messino Cancer Centers, continuing her work in the inpatient setting. With her continued experience in oncology, she obtained certification as an Advanced Practice Oncology Nurse. In the inpatient setting, Sarah often cares for patients that are critically ill and distressed. Her reassuring nature, methodical work, and attention to detail often leads to compliments from patients, staff and her colleagues.
Sarah is a member of the Oncology Nursing Society, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, taking walks with her dogs and reading.


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Thank You For The Music Demi Lovato Unbroken Album Review
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Unbroken is the third studio album by american singer demi lovato. It was released on hollywood records. Primarily a pop record lovato described as "more mature" and with more r b elements than her previous material citing rihanna major influence. Demi lovato is a very talented singer and her songs are true today's pop music. This cd was ordered along with two other demi cds, all of which arrived as promised packaged well by the seller. She has beautiful lovely voice i would recommend music to anyone. Within a few short years, demi lovato went from disney starlet to pop star with many hit singles her credit judge position on the u.s. Version of simon cowell's popular talent search showfactor and spokesperson for mental health issues. Demi lovato unbroken audio only. Not pitched. Follow me on twitter tumblr overdosndying.demilovatodaily.com instagram . How to use the editor formatting. Begin typing in write your post. Select text change or add links. Adding photos videos. Breaking into a whirlwind schedule of filming disney tv movies and touring the world with jonas brothers, demi lovato checked treatment facility in fall.

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Fusion 360 3D CAD/CAM software offers several modeling environments for different types of modeling, from technical details to organic surfaces. This class will explore methods for modeling complex shapes in a simple, efficient, and direct workflow by taking advantage of T-Splines geometry.
Is Fusion 360 good for modeling?
Autodesk Fusion 360 is an easy way for 3D artists to make and use CAD models for CGI and VFX. … Fusion 360 is an excellent way of creating hard modelling objects, as can be seen from the gun model by Boy Sichterman, shown above. As you can see from the image, a lot of detail can be created directly within the tool.
What type of modeling does Fusion 360 use?
First and foremost, Fusion 360 is a parametric modeling software. Parametric modeling is a CAD approach in which the user defines features and constraints with design intent in mind. Every part of a model is created to exact dimensions when using parametric modeling.
Can you sculpt in Fusion 360?
Introduction: Sculpting in Fusion 360
Here’s an excellent model to practice some sculpting with Fusion 360. It’s an adorable ghost that can be 3D printed. … Learning to combine the sculpting and modeling environment in Fusion 360 will open up an entire world of new designs you’ll be able to make.
Is Fusion 360 easier than blender?
Fusion 360 is easy to get started with and has a user-friendly interface. Large drop-down menus clearly state what they can be used for and hold 90% of all the tools you’ll ever need in 3D printing. Fusion 360 is simplistic and streamlined, with a smoother learning curve than Blender.
Is Fusion 360 or Solidworks better?
Fusion 360 is simpler than Solidworks, but still a powerful software in its own right. Fusion 360 is easier to learn and grasp. While Fusion 360 can do almost everything that Solidworks can do, at the end of the day, Solidworks is much more powerful all around.
How long does it take to learn Fusion 360?
According to online forums, it takes a minimum of six months to learn Fusion 360. However, it might take up to two years for you to become comfortable with the application.
How hard is Fusion 360?
Fusion 360 is on a completely different level from either TinkerCAD or SketchUp. You could use Fusion 360 to design a car. It’s an insanely complex, stupendously powerful program. That makes it a little hard to approach and even harder to master.
What is the difference between Fusion 360 and inventor?
Autodesk Inventor came first, having been released in 1999. … Like Inventor, it also features parametric, freeform, and direct modeling, covering most of the same operations. However, Fusion 360 is a more accessible all-round CAD platform featuring strong 3D modeling design and CAM functionality.


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Pray Through the Bible for Teens and Pray Through the Bible for Children coming this fall
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"For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD.
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Steve wondered yesterday whether Minnesota might be in play in the presidential race. I was skeptical, and Scott was even more so, pointing out that Obama’s ad buy in Minnesota is aimed at western Wisconsin, which is covered by the Twin Cities media market. One could add that Jill Biden’s visit here is to raise money, not campaign, and hence not a sign of desperation.
Still, for what it’s worth, I learned today that private polling done a few weeks ago showed Obama leading Romney by only four points, while the most recent private polling has Romney pulling within two points. As I pointed out here, there are demographic reasons why it is not entirely fanciful to think that Romney might carry Minnesota, but no matter what the polling suggests, I do not think it is realistic to think he could do so without campaigning here or advertising here. So, while a state or two might surprise us on November 6, it isn’t likely to be Minnesota.
Still, we can always hope. I’ve put in for a lawn sign.
STEVE adds: A commenter below, Bill Slocum, expressed his skepticism with the observation that Minnesota is the only state that never voted for Ronald Reagan even once. Never mind that MN had a favorite son on the ballot, and that MN Dems may have stolen the 1984 count to save Mondale’s ego (Vin Weber told me this once). Point taken. I was invited once to speak at the Hubert Humphrey Institute at the U. of Minnesota as the sacrificial/token conservative at a conference there, and I opened by saying how disorienting is was as a conservative to speak in the only state that never voted for Reagan.
The audience erupted in thunderous, self-congratulatory applause. I went on to twit them a bit about conservative aspects of Hubert Humphrey, and how he differed from liberals today. (Pro-life, for example.) The audience did not erupt in applause. In fact I could see them all shifting uncomfortably in their seats. I had a good time.


When purchasing inexpensive treadmills, or any treadmill for that matter, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. For the most part, affordable treadmills will not have all of the bells and whistles that you will find on more costly treadmills. The cheap trendmills will often come with just the bare essentials in terms of accessories.
A manual treadmill is the most affordable kind of treadmill you can get right now. Because you are making all of the efforts, you can expect to receive a great workout from them. While walking or running on the treadmill, you are also exerting effort on the belt since you are the one who is turning it. With a manual treadmill, you don’t have to worry about a motor, but you still want to make sure that the treadmill is in excellent condition and firm. You want to be sure that it can withstand everything you want to throw at it. If you wish to stroll or run, be sure to choose comfortable shoes.
The most expensive models of inexpensive treadmills do come with motors that drive the belt, which reduces the amount of effort required throughout your exercise. When shopping for affordable treadmills, these motorized treadmills provide you with additional options to consider. The most important item to look at is the engine itself. You don’t want the motor to overheat and fail prematurely. You’ll need a motor with at least 2.0 horsepower continuous-duty capability. This should be sufficient for optimal performance and long-term durability of the treadmill.
To begin, look for a 2-ply surface belt that is at least 17 inches wide and has a length of 48 inches minimum if you merely want to walk, but 60 inches minimum if you are a marathoner or have very long legs. The cushioning provided by a good treadmill belt may also be improved, as can the protection supplied to joints and the treadmill’s longevity.
The treadmill frame will be the last item on our checklist. A treadmill’s edge may be composed of steel or aluminum, and both materials have their benefits and downsides. Steel is heavier than aluminum, promoting stability; nonetheless, it is susceptible to rusting or corroding due to sweat. Aluminum is more costly than steel, yet it does not rust or corrode as steel does. Treadmill frames may be welded together or fastened together. Welded frames are superior to bolted frames in that they give more stability.
If you want to go shopping for inexpensive treadmills in person, be sure to dress in loose, comfortable clothes and exercise shoes so that you can test out the machines. When considering the purchase of low-cost treadmills, whether manual or powered, the treadmill must be able to suit your weight and height.


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While in Scotland a few weeks ago I could not help but peek into a few used book stores! As an American, I am intimately acquainted with the common US publishers (Ballantine + Signet + Avon + et al) but do not own very many 70s/80s UK editions (Pan + Grenada + Panther, etc). Thus, there was something special about snatching a copy of Best SF Stories from New Worlds 8 (1974) as it was one of the few in the series never published in the US…
Enjoy the cover art!
[I am not sure what to make of the Jim Burns’ cover… I have the feeling that it appeared on Good Show Sir a while back]
[If you are in Edinburgh and want new SF/F stop by Transreal Fiction—and talk to the owner Mike!]
1. The Moment of Eclipse, Brian W. Aldiss (1970)
(Vincent Di Fate’s cover for the 1985 edition) Continue reading Updates: Recent Science Fiction Acquisitions No. CXXXI (Cowper + Aldiss + McKenna + New Worlds Anthology)
I bought these a while back with Admiral Ironbombs at Battered, Tattered, Yellowed, and Creased at the best used SF store I’ve encountered in the United States—Dawn Treader Books in Ann Arbor, MI (if you are ever in Michigan it’s worth the trip). I’m glad I don’t live there else I would have no money. I also discovered that Admiral Ironbombs doesn’t actually buy books that are battered and tattered—I do. I guess he’s more of a “collector” than me. Haha.
Enjoy some nice covers!
Has anyone read the work of Evelyn E. Smith?
1. Best SF: 1970, ed. Harry Harrison and Brian W. Aldiss (1971)
(Paul Lehr’s cover for the 1971 edition) Continue reading Updates: Recent Science Fiction Acquisitions No. CXXIX (Platt + Smith + Anthologies)
(Uncredited cover for the 1968 edition)
3.5/5 (Collated rating: Good)
New Worlds was one of the premier British SF magazines under the editorship of Michael Moorcock. It features some of the most experimental works of the era and was important in the growth of the New Wave movement. Many of the frequent contributors went on to make a name as premier SF authors (Ballard, Aldiss, etc).
This best of collection (1964-1967) is on the whole uneven. Its big name authors—such as Keith Roberts and Moorcock himself under a pseudonym—disappoint. The most evocative stories are by rather lesser known voices, Langdon Jones, Charles Platt, and Pamela Zoline. Zoline’s brilliant entropic vision, “The Heat Death of the Universe” is not to be missed. The second best work in the collection is (surprisingly) an early story by Barrington J. Bayley (as P. F. Woods) whose novels I have reviewed Continue reading Book Review: Best SF Stories from New Worlds 3, ed. Michael Moorcock (1968)
(Keith Robert’s cover for the 1966 edition)
The Ice Schooner (1969) is the second of Michael Moorcock’s novels I’ve read — the first was the equally unremarkable adventure The Warlord of the Air (1971). The Ice Schooner, an homage to seafaring works of Joseph Conrad, functions as a standalone novel without the trappings of Moorcock’s multi-verse mythology. Despite the lack of explicit connection between this novel’s hero and the “eternal champion” character archetype that features in so many of his works, one could argue that Konrad Arflane displays many of the same Continue reading Book Review: The Ice Schooner, Michael Moorcock (1969)
Notable as an Early Steampunk/Jules Verne homage….
The Warlord of the Air is the first of a trilogy of steampunk novels (Land Leviathan, The Steel Tsar) by Moorcock collected in the omnibus edition The Nomad of Time and later as The Nomad Continue reading Book Review: The Warlord of the Air, Michael Moorcock (1971)


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There are at least three types of IRS examinations or audits: the correspondence audit, the in-person audit, and the office audit.
These three types of examinations or audits, however, should not be mistaken for the four different types of assessments:
“Quick and prompt,” as the IRS chooses to describe it, a summary assessment is done internally, manually, and summarily by the IRS for one of two reasons: either the statute of limitations is about to expire, or collection is at-risk.
A summary assessment is made summarily, rather than promptly, as the literal meaning of the word implies. This means that the IRS may make a deficiency assessment based on the amount of the tax return alone, based on mathematical errors, clerical errors, the amount paid, or tentative adjustments.
This is in contrast to the normal assessment process of notice to the taxpayer and an attempt at negotiation with the taxpayer before a deficiency notice is issued. In a summary assessment, the IRS can issue a statutory notice of deficiency based on its internal assessment without the need for prior notice to the taxpayer.
A summary assessment cannot be made, however, when it comes to income taxes, estate taxes, gift taxes, and certain excise taxes.
A deficiency assessment, on the other hand, can be utilized when it comes to income taxes, estate taxes, gift taxes, and certain estate taxes. A deficiency assessment, as the name indicates, indicates a deficiency in a taxpayer’s return that, after the appropriate audit, determines or assesses the amount of the deficiency in income taxes for which the taxpayer owes back taxes.
In simple terms, a deficiency assessment determines the amount of any additional income tax that is still owed by a taxpayer. For instance, if the taxpayer reported income that does not match the income reported by his employer or other sources, a deficiency notice is issued and the deficiency assessment begins. Once the amount of back taxes is determined, a notice of liability is issued.
Unlike a summary assessment, however, deficiency assessments have to conform to deficiency assessment procedures, which include the issuance of a notice of deficiency to the taxpayer, with the opportunity to bring a petition to the Tax Court
Deficiency assessments have a statute of limitations of 3 years from the date the return was filed.
Similar to a summary assessment, a jeopardy assessment is used when there is a need for immediate action if following the normal assessment procedures would negatively impact the collection process. Unlike summary assessment, however, jeopardy assessments can be used when it comes to income taxes, estate taxes, gift taxes, and certain excise taxes.
Some of the grounds for the IRS utilizing jeopardy assessment when it comes to a taxpayer would include:
- A plan by the taxpayer to leave the United States
- A plan by the taxpayer to remove his property from the United States
- Concealing property
- Actions by the taxpayer that could prejudice collection or render the proceeding ineffectual
- Dissipation of assets
- An indication that the taxpayer is not financially solvent
If the tax type is subject to the usual deficiency procedures, the assessment is done after the due date of the return. This refers to income taxes, estate taxes, gift taxes, and certain excise taxes. Any other tax type can be assessed regardless of the due date of the return.
A termination assessment is similar to a jeopardy assessment in the sense that it can also be made immediately based on similar circumstances that could negatively impact the collection process.
The primary difference, however, is that termination assessments are made even when the due date for the return has not yet passed. When a termination assessment is conducted, the taxpayer’s tax year is “terminated” immediately, and the IRS is authorized to assess and collect the tax for the part of the year that has elapsed as though it were a complete tax year. This is usually done in cases when it seems highly questionable that the suspect of a crime will actually pay taxes on his earned income.


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