Today, we’re taking a look at something that pukes rainbows and unicorns when it comes to mechanical keyboards, were going to do an unboxing and review of the Womier K66 from banggood.com. A mechanical keyboard that is made of acrylic body and has RGB illumination that’s brighter than anything else on your desk. With that being said, let’s get into it.
MY EARLY BREAKDOWN
Pros: Unique design and layout, Super bright LED illumination, Vibrant colors, Decent Gateron switches, Detachable USB Type C
Cons: Missing some nav cluster keys, Rattly spacebar and modifiers, No adjustable stands, Inconsistent screw height
Size: 320 mm * 110 mm * 30 mm
Number of keys: 66key
Switch body: Gateron
Interface: Type – C
Lamplight: double zone RGB/ lower lamplight layout
WHAT’S IN THE PACKAGE
The packaging of the Womier K66 is everything you could have imagined from any budget mechanical keyboard fro China, it is just a plain brown box and that’s about it.
The good thing here is that it is substantially well packaged with a plastic protection and foam padding all around the keyboard.
Aside from the keyboard itself, we have a USB Type C cable with this rather sticky texture to it that is also found on some smartphone cables.
And lastly, we have a simple user manual right here.
And that’s about it, we don’t have a keycap puller here, but that’s ok since most of the time with budget keyboards, the included keycap puller is just a generic plastic which I don’t actually recommend so we’re good here.
Design, Construction and Parts Overview
Now, let’s take a quick look around the Womier K66 mechanical keyboard.
At first look and touch, it feels different with a weight of around 547g and is made mostly out of acrylic, so build quality is kinda fragile compared to most hard plastic and metal mechanical keyboards out in the market.
However, what it provides is this unique design, form factor, and overall different aesthetics that you rarely see on a prebuilt keyboard. Most keyboards with this material are usually custom-built.
In front, it is very well complimented with a white set of keycaps with pretty decent fonts. And looking at its front side, we can get a better idea of how it is built with a sandwich-type of design with 3 separate acrylic sheets and visible screws since it is translucent.
Flipping it on its side, we can see that the profile of the case is almost flat with just a bit of a height difference between the front and back rubber feet, but I feel like it is not enough for ergonomic but we’ll talk about more on that later. It has a floating keys design which means half of the switches are visible and the keycap’s profile is OEM.
Flipping it all over at the backside, we have a USB Type C port on the left side with a good amount of space around it for maximum compatibility with different plug sizes.
And looking at the bottom, we have 4 rubber feet and of course, the visible screws around the edges.
We can also see here a bit of the PCB with this translucent acrylic. So if you take a look around the keyboard, it has these very unique design characteristics with this sandwich type of construction and it should be interesting once this keyboard lights up with its all RGB goodness.
In terms of the layout, it has this unconventional layout with a small FN key, small windows key, normal control and alt, but with a shorter shift key, so looking for a set of keycaps for this would be a pain in the butt.
The keycaps have some sub legends on its side for the secondary functions but mostly for toggling different light effects and adjustments, but I can not see here anything about secondary layers like other keys such as insert, end, print screen, and others that are also quite valuable in some certain situations so there’s that.
In terms of the fonts, on the other hand, I’d say it is pretty decent with large fonts for the Alphas and smaller ones on the modifiers but the sizes are quite inconsistent. Overall, in terms of design, like I said, it is pretty unique and I like the fact that they used white keycaps on this, which in my opinion, is the only way to go with an acrylic body like this.
Now in terms of the keycaps, unfortunately, it is using single ejection ABS keycaps coated with paint and then the fonts are just laser etched to reveal the actual color of the plastic. Which means not only it can get shiny overtime but the legends could also fade away and since it is just one material, it is also quite thin at around 0.9mm. So yeah, this set of keycaps is nothing to write home about and the keyboard having an unconventional layout also rubs salt into the wound.
In terms of the switch, it is using Gateron Black, the SMD version with this transparent housing; but it is also available in Gateron Blue, Brown and Red.
As for this Gateron Black, like most Gateron switches it is relatively smooth, but as per my close observation, it is a tad bit scratchier compared to other Gateron switches that I’ve used like for example, the Gateron yellow. This is scratchier especially halfway through the actuation distance but still better than let say Outemu and even Cherry MX switches.
Gateron black is also lighter in terms of actuation force with only 50g of force required compared to 60g for Cherry MX Black and Kailh Black. This is a linear switch by the way for those who are not yet familiar, so it doesn’t have a tactile bump like a brown switch and it also doesn’t have a click like a Blue switch. It just presses right into the bottom making it ideal for gaming and for those who like a quiet switch. In terms of wobble, it does have a fair amount of wobble but I don’t feel it that much when generally typing on the keyboard, what I feel however is the rather annoying stabilizers.
It is not the best with some noticeable rattle on the spacebar especially on the left side and also has some rattle on the modifiers like the shift, enter, and backspace.
And this highly affects the typing experience as you’ll definitely hear and feel that high pitched rattle sounds whenever you smash those mentioned keys. But nothing that can not be modified with lubing and band-aid mode or at best, just replace the stabilizers with a better one. But for most people, especially those who are not particularly sensitive to this kind of detail, this will do just fine.
Other Features and RGB Illumination
Now, let’s take a look at more of its functions and RGB Illumination.
First, of course, we have the functions rows up top that you can toggle using FN + the numbers row,
And then we have FN + Del and FN + Home to adjust the brightness levels.
Aside from that, you can also adjust the volume by pressing FN + Left or Right arrow keys.
And then for the lighting effects, when you press FN + Spacebar for this first time, it will show up a color palette wherein you can choose any color that you want like orange, blue, pink and others. I think this is a very good feature instead of pressing a key multiple times just to find the specific single color that you want. And then pressing the spacebar again will get it back to the normal lighting effect. Speaking of lighting effects this keyboard has a whopping 18 different lighting modes that you can toggle by pressing FN + Right Control.
Aside from that, you can also press FN + Up for Page up and FN + Down for Page down.
However, I can not seem to find how you can toggle other keys from the Nav cluster such as Insert, End, Print screen, and Pause break and I think that could pose a problem for some users. Personally, Print screen is quite essential for my day to day tasks so this is a bummer.
With that being said, there is no denying that the lighting effects and RGB goodness on this keyboard looks really good, though I would have preferred if the sides are a little bit more frosted or diffused so that you won’t see the individual LEDs.
But looking at it straight from above, it really looks nice. And when all the lights are turned off inside this room, this is where you can see how bright this keyboard really is as you can see here.
This keyboard, by the way, uses SMD LEDs or surface mounted LEDs that can produce up to 16.8m colors which means the transition between colors is smooth making it a true RGB mechanical keyboard.
Moving on, let’s take a much closer look at some parts of this keyboard that I think is also important to talk about.
Hotswappable or Not?
A lot of people are confused if this keyboard is hot-swappable or not, I’ve read some Reddit posts about it so I figured, why not open mine and see what’s up and as per checking, mine which came from Banggood.com is not hot-swappable. I actually spoke with the person that made this keyboard and he told me that there are two versions of this, one is hot-swappable and the other one is not like what we have here. So yeah, depending on where you get this, it is good to check the description so that you know what to expect.
Acrylic Body Design and Construction
As for the construction, the PCB is sandwiched between two acrylic sheets with another acrylic lining around the PCB as a spacer.
Another thing that I found interesting here is that some of the screws are longer than the others, so there are some bumps on the surface of the keyboard.
Moving on to my actual experience with this keyboard, as for the typing experience, the first thing that I immediately notice that has a significant effect on the way I type is the lack of height adjustment.
I personally prefer having my keyboard angled as I find it more comfortable alongside a palm rest especially for typing long documents such as scripts and articles.
Aside from that, in terms of the Gateron black switches, I find it decent enough for my liking as it is not as heavy as other black switches that I’ve tried which I personally prefer. Black switches, in general, are very popular because it is linear, quiet, and heavy, allowing fewer mistakes while typing and in some situations for gaming as well, but if you are used to heavy black switches, you may find the Gateron black unfamiliar.
Another thing that affects the typing experience is the sound a keyboard produces and the feel it provides, and with the black switches on this keyboard, it is relatively quiet. However, the stabilizers are quite rattly and loud.
Overall, in terms of the typing experience, aside from the lack of height adjustment and the rattly stabilizers, it is pretty decent.
As for gaming, like I said, black switch is a very good option as it provides decent resistance in terms of actuation force required but doesn’t introduce other types of hindrance such as a tactile bump or a click allowing you to easily press and bottom out the keys while gaming. And since it is linear, it is also quiet and ideal for streamers or gamers who like playing games after hours when everyone is already sleeping. As for my own experience with the Gateron black, it is pretty decent, not as tiring compared to other black switches, I just hoped that this keyboard has an adjustable stand so that it is more comfortable for hours of gaming sessions.
NKRO / N-Key Rollover
Now, before we finish this article, one last thing. Of course, we have to test the NKRO feature, a feature that allows you to press multiple keys at the same time without conflicts. As per testing, I can press as many keys as I want at the same time and it is all being registered and it works in any given zones around the keyboard.
Unfortunately, this keyboard doesn’t have any software so we’re stuck on what it can offers as it is. And I feel like that is a downside especially that we don’t have some of the important keys like I mentioned earlier such as the Print screen, Insert, End key, and Pause Break.
To conclude, The Womier K66 is certainly an eye candy and a very interesting and unique keyboard especially for a pre-built one that is available online. This type of acrylic keyboard is usually created via custom builds and having an option to get one off the shelves is really cool. However, it is not perfect as I pointed out in this review. The lack of height adjustment is not ideal but I spoke with the brand and they mentioned that they are currently working on an improved version of this with an adjustable stand which is a good sign. Another downside is the lack of some important Nav cluster keys, not to mention the lack of software. But aside from that, in terms of aesthetics and switch choice and the cool RGB lighting, the Womier K66 is still worth considering especially for those people who are looking for the most RGB filled mechanical keyboard out in the market.
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- Unique design and layout
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- Missing some nav cluster keys
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Published: Monday, November 20, 2017 @ 7:16 AM
Updated: Monday, November 20, 2017 @ 7:48 AM
ATLANTA — As we say goodbye to the Georgia Dome after a quarter-century, it’s only fitting we look back at some it its most memorable moments.
The Atlanta landmark was demolished at 7:30 a.m. Monday. The last event was held in the 25-year-old building in March, and the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened next door in August.
Georgia Dome implosion
GOODBYE GEORGIA DOME: Here is the first video of the demolition of the Georgia icon: http://2wsb.tv/GeorgiaDomePosted by WSB-TV on Monday, November 20, 2017
From Super Bowls, to NCAA Men’s Final Fours, to the Summer Olympics, the dome has hosted some incredible sporting events.
1996 Summer Olympics
The 70,000-seat Georgia Dome was basically divided into two separate arenas.
On one side, “The Magnificent Seven” captured America’s first victory ever in women’s team gymnastics.
The team – made up of Shannon Miller, Dominique Moceanu, Dominique Dawes, Kerri Strug, Amy Chow, Amanda Borden and Jaycie Phelps – is probably best known for Strug landing a vault on one foot to clinch the gold medal. She was famously helped off by coach Bela Karolyi.
On the other side, “The Dream Team” won its second gold medal in men’s basketball.
The team – coached by Lenny Wilkens – defeated Yugoslavia 95-69 in the gold medal game.
Charles Barkley, Karl Malone, Scottie Pippen, John Stockton and David Robinson played on this team and the original 1992 Dream Team.
Super Bowl XXVIII
The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Buffalo Bills 30-13, earning their fourth Super Bowl in franchise history.
After trailing 13-6 at halftime, the Cowboys closed the game with 24 unanswered points. Emmitt Smith scored twice and was named the game’s MVP.
The crowd of 72,817 saw Natalie Cole sing the national anthem, Joe Namath do the coin toss and a halftime show featuring The Judds, Clint Black, Travis Tritt and Tanya Tucker.
Super Bowl XXXIV
The second Super Bowl hosted by the Georgia Dome was one of the most memorable in history.
The St. Louis Rams defeated the Tennessee Titans 23-16 when Mike Jones stopped Kevin Dyson just short of the goal-line on the game’s final play.
Quarterback Kurt Warned threw for 414 yards and 2 touchdowns, and was named the game’s MVP.
The crowd of 72,625 saw Faith Hill sing the National Anthem and a halftime show featuring Phil Collins, Christina Aguilera, Enrique Iglesias, Toni Braxton and Edward James Olmos.
An ice storm hit Atlanta during the week of the game and many doubted the city’s ability to host the event. Despite the concerns, the Super Bowl will return to Atlanta in 2019.
Tornado hits downtown Atlanta
Thousands of basketball fans were inside the Georgia Dome when an EF-2 tornado ripped through downtown Atlanta in March 2008.
The 130 mph tornado killed one person near downtown, blew out dozens of windows from high-rise buildings, tossed trees and cars and damaged homes in the area.
Inside the Georgia Dome, fans were watching the Southeastern Conference college basketball tournament. The game between Mississippi State and Alabama was in overtime when the tornado struck around 9:40 p.m.
The storm ripped open a panel on the side of the dome, shearing bolts and causing insulation to fall into the arena.
The game was completed after the storm moved through. The rest of the tournament was postponed.
The dome, along with several other downtown buildings, underwent repairs while staying open for business in the years after the tornado.
Sugar Bowl moved to Georgia Dome
After Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, the Sugar Bowl between the Georgia Bulldogs and the West Virginia Mountaineers was played at the Georgia dome in January 2006. It was the first time the “South’s Biggest Bowl Game” was played outside of the state of Louisiana.
That week, within a four day period, the dome hosted three games. Along with the Sugar Bowl, the dome also hosted the Peach Bowl between LSU and Miami and an NFL game between the Falcons and the Panthers.
2012 NFC Championship game
The Georgia Dome has seen its share of Falcons successes and frustrations. The 2012 NFC Championship was one of the franchise's biggest accomplishments and toughest defeats. It was the first-ever NFC championship game in Atlanta. The Falcons jumped out to a 17-0 second-quarter lead over the San Francisco 49ers. The lead wouldn't last, and after failing to make a play at the end, the Falcons lost 28-24 and missed the Super Bowl.
2017 NFC Championship game
In 2017, the Falcons would not squander a chance to return to the Super Bowl. In their final game at the Georgia Dome, the Falcons beat the Packers 44-21 to advance to their second Super Bowl in franchise history.
In this game, the Falcons again jumped out to a 17-0 lead, but this time they never looked back. They took a 24-0 at halftime and held on for a convincing win to close out their time at the Dome.
Atlanta has hosted 85 NCAA men's tournament games, fifth most of any city. Thirty of those games were played at the Georgia Dome. Six NCAA Regionals, three men's Final Fours (2002, 2007 and 2013) and one women's Final Four were played at the Dome. The Dome's final tournament in 2013 set records. A crowd of 74,326 beat the record for the largest ever for a final game.
The Dome has been home to the finals since 2008, but the stadium's 25-year history with Georgia high school football dates back to the building's opening in 1992. On Sept. 5, 1992, the Corky Kell Classic matchup between Brookwood and McEachern was the first regular season football game in the Dome. Until then, Georgia high school football rarely was played on such a big stage.
In the 25 seasons, 169 Georgia high schools have participated in the Dome's 298 high school football games, according to the Georgia High School Football Historians Association.
Soccer at the dome
Eleven soccer games were played at the Georgia Dome since 2009. The first competitive soccer games were held during the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The U.S. men's national team made its first appearance in Atlanta since 1977 in the 2015 CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals at the Dome.
Published: Monday, June 18, 2018 @ 4:52 PM
— Before the Trump administration started separating parents and children caught illegally crossing the border, immigrant families were held together in two facilities in South Texas.
Human rights activists were outraged by the Obama administration’s decision to lock up the families, calling the practice inhumane and psychologically harmful. Immigrant watchdogs, meanwhile, argued that the family detention centers helped deter illegal immigration and protect national security.
At the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, Texas, women and children lived 12 to a building, complete with bunk beds. From their barracks, they could walk a short distance to a library, chapel and medical and dental clinics. There was also a “city park” with a soccer field, volleyball court and playground. Children attended school for four hours a day.
Erika Cisneros is one of the more than 100 attorneys, paralegals and other volunteers who recently streamed into South Texas to help the immigrant families. She objects to separating the children from their parents, and said she is particularly worried about the long-term psychological impact on the boys and girls.
“You have innocent young children who didn’t choose, didn’t make that decision to come with their parents. Their parents brought them,” said Cisneros, an immigration attorney based in Moultrie, Georgia. “These kids are being traumatized.”
President Donald Trump addressed the issue Monday at the White House during a meeting with the National Space Council, emphasizing border security and repeating his call for a merit-based legal immigration system.
“The United States will not be a migrant camp and it will not be a refugee holding facility,” he said. “It won't be. If you look at what's happening in Europe, if you look at what's happening in other places, we can't allow that to happen to the United States, not on my watch.”
Published: Monday, June 18, 2018 @ 4:22 PM
Updated: Monday, June 18, 2018 @ 4:22 PM
— White House officials pushed back Monday against critics of the Trump administration’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy. The policy has led to the separation of children from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Update 6:00 p.m. EDT June 18: Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, during a briefing Monday afternoon, said there’s nothing new about the current policy of separating undocumented children from their parents at the U.S.-Mexico border
"This entire crisis is not new, Nielsen said, pointing to "loopholes" in federal immigration laws from the past, but that could change this week with the introduction of several immigration measures in the U.S. House and Senate, including one from Texas Sen. Ted Cruz.
Cruz is expected to introduce the “Protect Kids and Parents Act,” according to news reports. The measure would double the number of federal immigration judges from 375 to 750. It would authorize new temporary shelters to better accommodate families.
The bill would mandate that immigrant families remain together, unless there’s criminal conduct or a threat to the children, and it would require that asylum cases are heard within 14 days of application.
CRUZ introduces “emergency legislation” to keep families together at the border and provide funding for new immigration judges to expedite court proceedings for asylum cases. Summary from his office: pic.twitter.com/gL5TuLtndi— Andrew Desiderio (@desiderioDC) June 18, 2018
Update 5:35 p.m. EDT June 18: The head of the Department of Homeland Security, Kirstjen Nielsen, addressed the growing backlash over the Trump administration’s zero-tolerance immigration policy at the southern U.S. border, which is separating undocumented children from their parents. Nielsen defended the policy and urged
Congress to fix the system and close the loopholes.
DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen talks with reporters about immigration as the White House holds a press briefing. Watch CNN: https://t.co/UYpqI3w42L— CNN (@CNN) June 18, 2018
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Update 5:30 p.m. EDT June 18: Two more first ladies have weighed in on the widening controversy over the Trump administration’s policy of separating children from their parents at the southern U.S. border. Michelle Obama retweeted comments Laura Bush made that Trump’s “zero-tolerance policy is cruel. It is immoral. And it breaks my heart.”
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter also released a statement Monday, according to The New York Times. "The practice and policy today of removing children from their parents' care at our border with Mexico is disgraceful and a shame to our country," Carter said.
Update 4:30 p.m. EDT June 18: The Department of Health and Human Services has released photos of the “tent city” in the Texas border outpost of Tornillo, just outside of El Paso, where the U.S. government is sending children separated from their parents at the border. There are already dozens of children at the facility, according to news reports.
Health and Human Services just released photos of the "tent city in Tornillo which is located about 40 miles southeast of El Paso. pic.twitter.com/KdBImNhK1s— Patrick Hayes (@KTSMPatrick) June 18, 2018
Update 3:10 p.m. EDT June 18: Sen. Kamala Harris, D-California, called Monday for the resignation of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen amid the ongoing debate over the Trump administration’s immigration policy.
The demand came one day after Nielsen said in a tweet that, “We do not have a policy of separating families at the border. Period.”
We do not have a policy of separating families at the border. Period.— Sec. Kirstjen Nielsen (@SecNielsen) June 17, 2018
Nielsen echoed President Donald Trump’s claims that a law is behind the recent spike in separations of migrant children and their parents at the border.
“We will not apologize for enforcing the laws passed by Congress,” Nielsen said. “We are a nation of laws. We are asking Congress to change the laws.”
However, as Harris and numerous fact checkers have noted, there is no law that mandates the separation of children and parents at the border.
Harris said in a statement Monday that Nielsen’s “misleading statements ... are disqualifying.”
“We must speak the truth,” Harris said. “There is no law that says the Administration has to rip children from their families. This Administration can and must reverse course now and it can and must find new leadership for the Department of Homeland Security.”
INBOX: Kamala Harris calls on Kirstjen Nielsen to resign pic.twitter.com/BmFAGYDPVz— Ben Jacobs (@Bencjacobs) June 18, 2018
Update 2:30 p.m. June 18: Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Monday that President Donald Trump is telling an “outright lie” when he claims that Democrats are behind the recent surge in separations of children from their parents on the border.
“This is not happening because of the 'Democrats' law,' as the White House has claimed,” Clinton said. “Separating families is not mandated by law at all.”
JUST IN: "That is an outright lie," Hillary Clinton says of Trump White House saying separation of families at the US border is mandated by law. pic.twitter.com/iTMEmzRzss— MSNBC (@MSNBC) June 18, 2018
Clinton, who ran as a Democrat against Trump during the 2016 presidential election, also appeared to chastise U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who cited a Bible verse last week while justifying the Trump administration’s immigration policy.
“Those who selectively use the Bible to justify this cruelty are ignoring a central tenant of Christianity,” Clinton said. “Jesus said, ‘Suffer the little children unto me.’ He did not say, ‘Let the children suffer.’”
Hillary Clinton: "Those who selectively use the Bible to justify this cruelty are ignoring a central tenant of Christianity … [Jesus] did not say, “Let the children suffer.” pic.twitter.com/OTJqShBCAT— MSNBC (@MSNBC) June 18, 2018
Update 2 p.m. EDT June 18: Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush urged President Donald Trump to end the policy that’s allowed authorities to separate migrant children from their parents on the border, writing Monday on Twitter that "children shouldn't be used as a negotiating tool.”
“(Trump) should end this heartless policy and Congress should get an immigration deal done that provides for asylum reform, border security and a path to citizenship for Dreamers,” he wrote.
Children shouldn’t be used as a negotiating tool. @realDonaldTrump should end this heartless policy and Congress should get an immigration deal done that provides for asylum reform, border security and a path to citizenship for Dreamers. https://t.co/OOjv0vNeVg— Jeb Bush (@JebBush) June 18, 2018
The president has repeatedly called for Democrats to negotiate with Republicans to address illegal immigration after falsely claiming that the party is behind laws that mandate the separation of child from parent at the border. No such law exists.
Jeb Bush, brother of former President George W. Bush and son of former President George H.W. Bush, ran against Trump in 2016 for the Republican presidential nomination.
In an op-ed published Sunday by the Washington Post, former first lady Laura Bush called the Trump administration policy “cruel.”
"I live in a border state," Bush wrote. "I appreciate the need to enforce and protect our international boundaries, but this zero-tolerance policy is cruel. It is immoral. And it breaks my heart."
First lady Melania Trump has also criticized the policy, telling CNN in a statement through her spokeswoman that “She believes we need to be a country that follows all laws, but also a country that governs with heart.”
Update 12:46 p.m. EDT June 18: President Donald Trump again accused Democrats of obstructing efforts to deal with illegal immigration and the separation of children and parents at the border, telling reporters Monday that “we’re stuck with these horrible laws” because Democrats refuse to sit down with Republicans.
There are no laws mandating the separation of children and parents at the border.
“We have the worst immigration laws in the entire world,” Trump said. “Nobody has such sad, such bad – and in many cases, such horrible and tough – you see about child separation. You see what’s going on there.”
Pres. Trump again blames Democrats for his administration's policy of separating migrant families at U.S.-Mexico border.— ABC News Politics (@ABCPolitics) June 18, 2018
"If the Democrats would sit down instead of obstructing we could have something done very quickly." https://t.co/cHaFzbcp0z pic.twitter.com/1uF4r2PsVC
“The United States will not be a migrant camp and it will not be a refugee holding facility,” Trump said.
President Trump: "The United States will not be a migrant camp and it will not be a refugee holding facility... We want safety and we want security for our country. If the Democrats would sit down instead of obstructing, we could have something done very quickly." pic.twitter.com/7kFkd0iW75— NBC Politics (@NBCPolitics) June 18, 2018
Update 12 p.m. EDT June 18: U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Monday said authorities don’t want to separate children from their families but that officials have a duty to prosecute people who illegally cross the border.
“When we ignore our laws at the border we obviously encourage hundreds of thousands of people a year to likewise ignore our laws and illegally enter our country, creating an enormous burden on our law enforcement, our schools, our hospitals and (our) social programs,” Sessions said Monday during the National Sheriffs’ Association Annual Conference in New Orleans.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions: “We do not want to separate children from their parents. We do not want adults to bring children into this country unlawfully, either, placing those children at risk.” https://t.co/dS9VQjaKLb pic.twitter.com/sxz4RHqiFA— CNN (@CNN) June 18, 2018
He framed the issue as a debate over “whether we want to be a country of laws or whether we want to be a country without borders.”
“President Trump has said this cannot continue,” Sessions said. “We do not want to separate parents from their children. If we build the wall, if we pass legislation to end the lawlessness, we won’t face these terrible choices. We will have a system where those who need to apply for asylum can do so and those who want to come to this country will apply legally.”
Sessions’ arguments echoed those of President Donald Trump, who has blamed Democrats for passing laws that he said led to the separations.
There are no laws mandating the separation of children and parents at the border.
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen said earlier Monday that officials will not apologize for enforcing immigration laws.
"We have to do our job," she said.
“We have to do our job. We will not apologize for doing our job,” says Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen on separating families at the border. “This administration has a simple message: If you cross the border illegally, we will prosecute you.” https://t.co/NdC1STntVi pic.twitter.com/Be3EMqHlWG— CNN (@CNN) June 18, 2018
Original report: President Donald Trump defended his administration’s “zero tolerance” immigration policy on Monday, writing in a series of tweets that children are being used “by the worst criminals on earth” to get into America as critics slammed the policy for separating children from their parents.
“Children are being used by some of the worst criminals on earth as a means to enter our country,” Trump wrote. “Has anyone been looking at the Crime taking place south of the border. It is historic, with some countries the most dangerous places in the world. Not going to happen in the U.S.”
Children are being used by some of the worst criminals on earth as a means to enter our country. Has anyone been looking at the Crime taking place south of the border. It is historic, with some countries the most dangerous places in the world. Not going to happen in the U.S.— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
The president pointed to a rise in crime in Germany as an example of the chaos caused by illegal immigration, writing in a tweet that it was a “big mistake made all over Europe in allowing millions of people in who have so strongly and violently changed their culture.”
The people of Germany are turning against their leadership as migration is rocking the already tenuous Berlin coalition. Crime in Germany is way up. Big mistake made all over Europe in allowing millions of people in who have so strongly and violently changed their culture!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
We don’t want what is happening with immigration in Europe to happen with us!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
However, Germany’s internal ministry reported last month that criminal offenses in the country were at their lowest since 1992, according to Reuters.
This spring, the Trump administration ordered prosecutors to charge every person illegally crossing the border. Children traveling with the adults have been separated and placed in detention centers, prompting protests nationwide.
The president has blamed Democrats for not fixing the law that allows for the separations.
“Tell them to start thinking about the people devastated by Crime coming from illegal immigration,” the president wrote. “Change the laws!”
Why don’t the Democrats give us the votes to fix the world’s worst immigration laws? Where is the outcry for the killings and crime being caused by gangs and thugs, including MS-13, coming into our country illegally?— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
CHANGE THE LAWS!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
It is the Democrats fault for being weak and ineffective with Boarder Security and Crime. Tell them to start thinking about the people devastated by Crime coming from illegal immigration. Change the laws!— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) June 18, 2018
Despite his claim that Democrats are at fault for the situation, The Associated Press reported that the Trump administration “put the policy in place and could easily end it.”
Published: Monday, June 18, 2018 @ 8:35 AM
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — On Sunday afternoon, Ali the African elephant briefly wandered through an open gate into a contained courtyard behind the giraffe and elephant night house, according to press release from Florida's Jacksonville Zoo.
He was quickly returned and secured in a holding enclosure, the zoo said.
There were no guests, staff members or animals, including Ali, injured during the incident, according to the zoo.
The zoo said incident was a result of human error. When the elephant keepers realized Ali was not in his holding yard, they called a “code-red."
While no guests were in danger, any time an animal is not where it is supposed to be, established safety protocols go into effect, according to the release.
Ali was donated in 1997 from Michael Jackson’s Neverland Ranch, according to the zoo.
What do you do when an elephant ends up in a yard he’s not supposed to be in? You moonwalk him back to his proper...Posted by Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens on Sunday, June 17, 2018
Published: Monday, June 18, 2018 @ 1:06 PM
— Hurricane Maria, the Category 4 storm that devastated Puerto Rico in September 2017, is estimated to have resulted in up to 5,000 fatalities in its aftermath.
Maria caused the longest blackout in U.S. history, leaving the entire island of 3.3 million people, including those in hospitals and nursing homes who relied on respirators, without power.
"Indirect deaths resulting from worsening of chronic conditions or from delayed medical treatments may not be captured on death certificates," Harvard University researchers said in a May 2018 study, which contended that the official government death toll of 64 is a "substantial underestimate."
According to the study, this makes Hurricane Maria more than twice as deadly as Hurricane Katrina.
Following the Harvard report, more than 400 pairs of empty shoes were placed outside the capital building in San Juan, part of a growing memorial to the hundreds of people presumed dead during or in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello told CNN there would be “hell to pay” if officials do not release the updated death toll.
The Category 5 storm hit the U.S. Virgin Islands in mid-September and eventually downgraded to a Category 4, but not before it plowed through Puerto Rico on Sept. 20, 2017, flooded the streets, collapsed homes and left the entire territory without power.
Though it’s been several months since the disaster, the U.S. territory could still use your help. Here are some ways to give assistance to Puerto Rico.
Support Puerto Rico tourism
Tourism makes up 10 percent of Puerto Rico’s gross domestic product. While many resorts and attractions are still struggling to reopen their doors to tourists, about 80 percent of Puerto Rico’s hotels and restaurants officially began serving customers again in April. Many resorts, including the Dorado Beach Resort, which is a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort are set to open in October.
"Tourism dollars means that more than 50,000 people will keep their jobs and businesses will keep running," New York Magazine reported.
And while you’re in Puerto Rico, be sure to visit the farmers markets, which have suffered from buyer loss due to post-hurricane island flight.
Your Puerto Rican adventures can do some good, too.
"Rappelling down San Cristobal Canyon supports conservation efforts in the area, a snorkeling trip to a coral reef or mangrove forest might include collecting data on local flora and fauna, and nighttime kayaking to the bioluminescent Mosquito Bay helps fund initiatives to reduce light pollution," Travel and Leisure reported, adding that most tours are under $15 and can be booked online.
You can also plant trees while in the area by signing up with Para La Naturaleza in Cabo Rojo or Barranquitas, or help clean up the coast and help the ecosystems in Manatí.
The official Islands of Puerto Rico website says, "Thank you in advance for your interest in visiting Puerto Rico and supporting our recovery by simply vacationing on the island."
You can donate funds to a variety of nonprofits and aid organizations working to help Puerto Rico recover. Here are some reputable sites to consider giving monetary donations to:
Charity Navigator can be used to learn more about the organizations before donating. Note that sending money via text message may seem convenient, but according to The Associated Press, that’s not the case. Charities often have to wait on phone companies to release the money.

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Soluble Kelp is a quick-acting source of trace elements, beneficial hormones and carbohydrates for your plant. It's the perfect tonic to boost the plants' overall health and a secret remedy for stressed plants.
A mixture of Laminaria, Ascophyllum Nodosum and Sargassum, these 3 primary kelp sources are combined to provide a broad spectrum nutrient and hormone profile.
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If you happen to marry a man that is a musician you may want to do this one! I know I would! I have to admit, my husband can't carry a tune in a bucket, but this makes me wish he could. :) This is simply beautiful.
Tom Fletcher of the band McFly made this time lapse video of his wife's pregnancy. What a great way to document the body's changes and the most precious prize at the end!

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It has hardly been a month since the iPhone 4S was released on October 14, 2011; however, iPhone enthusiasts who had been awaiting the iPhone 5 are squarely disappointed and just couldn't stop finding more about it. Be it the design or the technology to be used, the iPhone 5 has indeed been the apple of everyone's eyes and if earlier trends are to be believed, it's a sure-shot winner, which probably is waiting to be declared a 'sold-out' even before its launch. Extremely striking is also the enthusiasm, when it comes to the iPad3.
A few days earlier, there has been news about the iPhone 5 rumored to be have a 4-inch screen (i.e. 8mm longer than the current iPhone 4S); and the iPad is slated to be thicker by 0.7mm. If that wasn't enough, there is news that Apple will switch to IGZO LCD panels for future iPads and iPhones from SHARP that will make possible thinner, higher resolution, and lower power consuming devices.
Reliable sources at SHARP Corp reveals that Apple Inc. (also heard to have invested in facilities at Sharp's panel manufacturing factories in Japan) has engaged SHARP as the new supplier of screens to be used in the iPhone 5 and the iPad 3. SHARP Corp is known to have a credible presence in making liquid crystal displays, which are the widely used screens in tablets as well as smartphones.
What to expect from Sharp IGZO LCD panels
First, it is important to know the technology involved so as to understand the value it will bring to the next upgraded versions of the iPhone and iPad. Sharp's IGZO - indium, gallium, zinc - LCD displays will allow the technology to reach a high pixel density of 330 dots per inch. This will conclude in bringing Retina-quality displays for larger screens as found on the iPad.
However, it is worth mentioning that the IGZO displays would not require dual-LED backlights, considered a necessity for IPS displays that Apple was rumored to be looking into earlier this month. The displays will also allow Apple to create thinner devices with lower power consumption. The best to happen to Apple devices on adapting to Sharp's IGZO technology is that it will lead to several design advantages:
- The device can be thinner
- Battery life should be longer
- The overall experience for users is anticipated to be significantly improved
Although, it is much anticipated that IGZO panels will make their debut in Apple iPad 3 expected to arrive in the spring of 2012, and later onto the iPhone 5; Sharp has been strongly promoting the IGZO technology as primarily for tablet terminals.
Do you think this amalgamation of Apple with SHARP will open doors for a new technological renaissance? Share your views.
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As part of the Russell/Beecher Terrace Choice Neighborhoods Implementation grant, Louisville Metro Housing Authority (LMHA) and the Louisville Metro Government will be recreating or enhancing significant recreational amenities on and near Beecher Terrace. These include:
- Replacing Old Walnut Street Park;
- Preserving the historic Baxter Community Center building;
- Improving Baxter Square Park; and
- Providing new recreational activities
Since we were unable to hold in-person meetings because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the planning team conducted a survey, and a series of virtual focus group meetings and design workshops in Fall 2020 to help better understand what recreational uses members of the community would like to see in the future. The planning team has created preliminary designs for two distinct visions for recreational amenities at Beecher Terrace based on input and feedback received from residents and stakeholders during the recent focus groups and design workshops, and the earlier survey.
Please visit https://www.engagetheteam.com/BeecherTerrace to view the preliminary designs.

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Producer BNJMN of Toronto, Canada unveiled a very cool “Winter Girls” collaboration today (October 11, 2015). Maurice Moore glided over the hook, singing“Winter fell, yet you’re still colder girl / Don’t be an ice queen and give me your shoulder girl.” Detroit’s Scolla tells a cold story in the first verse. Then, Milwaukee’s Hip Hop poet Von Alexander comes in and changes things up with some of his complex rhymes of love and art.
The grimy trap R&B producer also did the “Take It Off” club joint with Vonny and Pizzle. Here’s the debut album from Von Alexander – BNJMN did some work on track 5. Look out for the upcoming Since 1993 EP from BNJMN too.

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An amazing wing-it style commission I jumped on at the beginning of this whole pandemic mess from the comic artist himself, Dreddstar! I’ve kind of fallen off of the IDW Sonic series since shifting to owning less material stuff, but maybe I should pick it up digitally! There’s just something awesome about having the artwork tangibly for display.
This blog just isn’t fuzzy enough, so here’s a sketch by pipesburrow of me enjoying a cup of coffee, probably planning my week ahead and staying positive and cozy. 🐾


Is amsteel and Dyneema the same?
They are not the same thing but are often confused. As an example, the average strength of 1/4” Amsteel is 7400 pounds, while Amsteel Blue is 8600 pounds. Samson’s Amsteel is made from Dyneema SK60. Amsteel Blue is made from Dyneema SK75.
Is AmSteel-Blue Dyneema?
AmSteel-Blue is a high-performance 12-strand single braid of 100% Dyneema® fiber, AmSteel-Blue yields the maximum strength-to-weight ratio, very low stretch, and is stronger than the same sized wire rope—but it’s so light, it floats.
Who makes AmSteel-Blue?
Samson AmSteel-Blue 600′ Reel.
How strong is amsteel?
AmSteel is a non-rotational, Samthane coated, 12-strand single braid that yields high strength and low stretch; equivalent to wire rope with 1/7th the weight. In addition , the product is flexible, and resists flex-fatigue and abrasion….12-Strand Class II.
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Is AmSteel-Blue UV resistant?
Keep in mind: Amsteel/Dyneema is weakened by UV exposure.
How much does amsteel stretch?
Amsteel can be expected to stretch no more than 3.6% (compared to 28% for nylon), but you’re describing something more.
How do you cut Dyneema thread?
First, hold both ends of the Dyneema or Spectra string taught and away from each other. Then put the scissors on the Dyneema or Spectra like you would normally cut string but put the scissors only half way on. Squeeze the scissors lightly and push the scissors away from you at the same time briskly.
Which is stronger Spectra or Dyneema?
Dyneema has a slightly different molecular structure than Spectra and higher breaking strength in the larger diameters.
Which is stronger Kevlar or Dyneema?
Kevlar tends to absorb 3.5% of its own weight in water while Dyneema absorbs no water, maintaining its performance in humid or wet conditions. Kevlar is considered 7 times stronger than steel, while Dyneema is 15 times stronger than steel, making it the world’s strongest fiber. MAterial Comparison cont.


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Ready in: 45 minutes
Serves: 8 servings
● 1 – TBS Butter
● 1 – medium Onion (roughly chopped)
● 1 – Carrot (peeled and roughly chopped)
● 1 – small Sweet Potato (peeled and roughly chopped)
● 2 – pounds Pumpkin (peeled and deseeded, roughly chopped)
● 5 – cups Vegetable Stock
● ½ - TBS Brown Sugar
● ½ - tsp. Ground Cumin
● ¼ - tsp. Ground Ginger
● 1/8 – tsp. Ground Nutmeg
● Salt & Pepper (to taste)
● 1 – Bay Leaf
● Cream *optional (to taste)
1. Sauté the Vegetables:
Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, sweet potato and pumpkin, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
2. Season the Soup:
Season with brown sugar, nutmeg, cumin, ginger, salt and pepper. Roast the vegetable for another 3-4 minutes, until they begin to soften and brown.
3. Cook the Soup:
Pour the vegetable stock over the vegetables. Add the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
4. Blend the Soup:
Take the pot off the heat and blend until smooth. I like to use a stick blender when I am short on time. Otherwise, you can use a regular blender (according to your blender guidelines/instructions for HOT Liquids).
5. Finish the Soup:
Add the soup back over medium heat and heat through. Stir in cream to your desired consistency; if desired. Warm for 2-3 minutes, then serve hot. ENJOY!

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[Loba Note: I began writing this entry almost a month ago and finally finished it today, so please forgive any lapses in memory or uneven pacing.]
John Forsythe, forgive me for what I’m about to write.
What in the name of all things angelic was I thinking when I bought Charlie’s Angels?! Better yet, when did I buy it? I don’t even remember seeing this movie for a first time, let alone having it register enough in my mind that I would willingly purchase it. To be honest, I’m mildly concerned that I have no memory of seeing the film or buying the DVD. I’m usually frighteningly good at remembering when and where I buy things. This? Not a freaking clue.
Truth be told, though, I’m a huge Charlie’s Angels fan. Old school Angels, that is. Kate, Jaclyn, and Farrah. Sabrina, Kelly, and Jill, those three little girls from Charlie’s “once upon a time,” with their feathered hair and super-70s…everything, really. It’s silly and fluffy and packed to the bikini line with cheesecake of all varieties. But it also got those three “little girls” out of their pearls and kitchen aprons (and subsequently into far, far less) and into a realm that was once a bastion of boys-only-ness. Yes, they were sex kittens (who hasn’t seen that Farrah poster, eh?), but they were also proof to the girls of my generation that yes, Virginia, there can be more to life than finding the perfect apple pie recipe (ooh, I’m going to get comments on that one, aren’t I?).
Besides, what is there not to love about this?
[Loba Pop Quiz: Can you guess which Angel is my favorite? I’ll give you three guesses…]
So what about this movie then? What about it, indeed. There’s really no point in discussing the plot. Whatever predictable, poorly written (a total of 18 different writers purportedly hacked away on this script; 18!!) crime-capery plot you can imagine, you’re probably pretty close to being right. Nothing deep there.
What about the cast? Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Lucy Liu play Dylan, Natalie, and Alex, the newest Angels to join the Charles Townsend Detective Agency. I don’t really know much about Liu beyond the fact that apparently she and Bill Murray, who played Bosley in this movie, shut down production for a day with a rip-roaring argument. Other than that, she didn’t really make much of an impact on me as Alex. Diaz? Though there are times when I find her delightful (The Mask, There’s Something About Mary, and Shrek come to mind), truth is I find her taxing after a while. No one human being should be allowed to be that perky and bubbly for such an extended period of time.
And Barrymore? As much as I admire and respect how she pulled her shit together and came back from the precipice of drug-induced disaster that so many other child stars have tumbled over, I simply did not buy her in this role. She wanted so desperately to be sexy and smoldering. But with her cherubic face and Cindy Brady lisp, she’s always going to be (to me, at least) trapped by her own adorableness. Even when she’s reveling in a little on- or off-screen badassery or naughtygirlness, it’s with heart-dotted Is and a cutesy giggle that makes you want to hang from the monkey bars with her and trade friendship bracelets that you made at summer camp.
[Okay, maybe that’s just me on that last one.]
The rest of the cast is rounded out by Tim Curry, Sam Rockwell, and Kelly Lynch as well as Crispin Glover playing a character surpassed on the creep-o-meter only by his turn as Willard, the rat wrangler. Glover was probably the most perfect casting choice in this movie, actually, but I think that’s just because he plays creepy/crazy better than anyone else. Curry, however, was severely underutilized, especially for an actor of his level of awesome. Rockwell was entertaining as always, but his character was surpassed only by Lynch’s in villainous predictability (oops, gave that one away, didn’t I).
But is my biggest gripe about this movie the fact that it was so by-the-numbers predictable? No, not really. I’m sure if I went to my DVD shelf right now, I could pull at least five movies that were just as, if not more predictable than this one. Maybe it’s all the reverential references to the original show that grated on me. Or maybe it was the mixed message that little girls can be total badasses and do anything they want…but they’re still going to have to dress like hookers when they do.
Not that I’m in any way disparaging those who practice the world’s oldest profession. Or ignoring the fact that the original Angels probably wore far less far more frequently than Dylan, Natalie, and Alex. But…I don’t know. It seemed more expected back in the day. With this movie, it felt misplaced and false. Not to mention ridiculous. Again, that’s a word that I expect to be associated with 70s TV shows. I guess I didn’t want such huge helpings of it with the movie remake. Or maybe I just didn’t want a remake period, and nothing they did was going to please me. I’m persnickety that way.
DVD Special Features: Yet again, I’m astounded by the plethora of special features on another 10-year-old DVD. First, we’ll get the obligatory commentary track out of the way, this one featuring director McG and director of photography Russell Carpenter.
I desperately wanted not to like McG. Really it’s because of his nom de directeur. Loba doesn’t trust people who don’t go by their real names. However, he and Carpenter make a great team and present a strong and enjoyable commentary: lots of background information, lots of tech talk, and lots of fun tidbits. Plus, McG’s excitement is infectious and Carpenter’s knowledge holds it all together when the excitement isn’t quite enough. I still don’t think much of McG’s oeuvre, but really it’s not big enough to make a final ruling on his abilities.
[Wow, did that sound dirty or is it just me? Just me again? Right.]
Also on tap are deleted and extended scenes, which again I think are a bit of a waste. Still haven’t seen anything from this portion of any DVD that didn’t deserve to be cut or edited in the first place. The outtakes and bloopers are fun; however, you’ll have already seen them all if you make it to the end of the movie and watch the credits. Of course there are music videos (McG was the director, after all). Videos for Destiny’s Child’s “Independent Women” and the Apollo 440 remix of the Charlie’s Angels theme are included here. Meh on both videos. I’ve seen better. I’ve heard better as well.
We’ve also got a heaping helping of featurettes: on McG (lots of sunshine pumping all around in this one), the wardrobe (because, you know, it’s important to look sexy when you’re straddling a torpedo while trying to reprogram it), set design, the martial arts training of the Angels, and the wire work that was involved. You know what? I think that’s one of the things that irritated me the most about this movie: the obvious wire work. It’s not like they left the wires in or anything, but every time the actors were doing something while fitted up with wires, you could instantly tell. It always looked to me like they were in some sort of slow-motion suspension…deep sea Kung Fu diving until the fast-paced editing kicked in. And that just ruins all chances of suspension of disbelief (as if this movie had any chance of that anyway). Besides, if I want to watch a movie with wire work, I’ll watch it done right and pull out my copy of The Matrix. More black leather in that one anyway. Black leather, FTW.
The DVD also includes talent files, production notes, and theatrical trailers. It’s also old enough that it still mentions “animated menus” as a special feature. I only mention it here because I think the opening menu animation was my favorite part of this movie. Yes, I know exactly what that says about this movie. Here, watch this teaser trailer. The beginning of this, with the one man breaking into the three Angels is what they used as the opening menu animation. Excellent bit of CGI there. Also, this teaser trailer is pretty much all you really need to watch in order to get the full movie experience: pretty actresses pouting their lips and doing high kicks (don’t forget to flip your hair, Angels!), and Bill Murray being silly (okay, Bosley, you can flip your hair, too).
Final Verdict: Sorry, Charlie, but I’m going to have to let your Angels go. I enjoy silly and pointless as much as the next movie geek, but there’s something so offputting about this movie. I’m still not quite sure that I’ve even come close to explaining myself on this one…but something about this movie really, really turns me off. Maybe it’s the music video-style pacing. Maybe it’s the jumbled pastiche of ripped-off tricks from other movies that McG attempted to make fresh for the millionth time. Maybe it’s just that, while I don’t mind sexy, I think I prefer sexy and substantial. And this movie is about as deep as Justin Bieber’s kiddy pool.
Whatever the reason, time to say goodbye. And don’t even think for a second I’m giving the sequel a chance.


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Washington (CNN) - The National Rifle Association released a new television commercial Tuesday night charging President Barack Obama of hypocrisy for being "skeptical" about placing armed guards at schools, while his own two daughters are protected by the U.S. Secret Service.
"Are the president's kids more important than yours?" a narrator says in the 30 second ad. "Then why is he skeptical about putting armed security in our schools, when his kids are protected by armed guards at their school."
The commercial is running on the Sportsman Channel, a cable network focused on outdoors programming such as hunting and fishing. It is also posted on a dedicated web site "Stand and Fight."
On Wednesday, Obama is set to unveil a new set of proposals that would place very tough restrictions on the ownership and sale of firearms.
In the ad, the narrator only mentions Obama by name, but it also features images of Vice President Joe Biden, Sen. Dianne Feinstein, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and NBC anchor David Gregory. Bloomberg is an influential voice in favor of stricter gun laws and has dipped into his personal fortune to help fund a lobby campaign, and Feinstein, a California Democrat, is helping spearhead a congressional effort to enforce tougher gun laws.
Gregory questioned NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre in a December interview about the effectiveness of the organization's proposal to put armed guards in schools. After the interview, the NRA and conservative media outlets noted that Gregory's children attended the same school as Obama's daughters and the school has a security department.
"Mr. Obama demands the wealthy pay their fair share of taxes," the narrator says. "But he is just another elitist hypocrite when it comes to a fair share of security. Protection for their kids and gun-free zones for ours."
The introduction of Obama's children into the gun debate further demonstrates the high stakes in this very complicated and emotional issue about how to weigh Second Amendment rights with the safety of citizens following several high profile killings, including the recent massacre of 20 children and six educators at a Newtown, Connecticut elementary school.
As advocates for new gun restrictions pledge to pressure Congress to pass new laws, the NRA and other like-minded gun rights groups and conservative organizations have said they will fight any changes to the current gun laws.
"Stand and fight sums up what Americans need to do to preserve our Second Amendment freedom," NRA spokesman Andrew Arulanandam told CNN.
The NRA is not ruling out expanding the buy to air the commercial elsewhere.
The group, which had an existing partnership with the Sportsman Channel, has added an NRA hosted daily weekday program to the network's lineup.
The NRA advocates personal responsibility for the personal defence of the individual, how about responsibility for the security of such weapons that end up used in incidents such as Newtown. Place the true cost of gun ownership on the gun owners. It could take the form of a tax, or registration. Registration would be handy since the individual would be responsible not to allow the gun to be passed to anyone else who may not be eligible to possess or own such a weapon. Yes I support personal responsibility and that includes being responsible for the cost of regulation, training and enforcement and liability for how your weapons are used and the damage they inflict.
Simple solution. National referendum with registered voters and identified. Take away all the guns or stop attempting to take the guns. Should the do gooders win and the crime rate goes up all those that voted to take away the guns would automatically judged to be accessory to murder and executed in states with the death penalty and those with no death penalty would have to serve at hard labor with no possibility of parole. Benefit; massive population reduction, plenty of food, water, and jobs.
I've been an NRA member since age when I first earned my sharpshooter first class as a boy scout. I am renouncing any association with the NRA and any organization that is associated with it. It has become nothing more than a lobby run by the big money of gun makers; it hasn't been an association for individuals for a very long time. This is big money versus we the people. Sensible regulations such as universal background checks, waiting periods, and semi-automatic weapon band would not even remotely impede second amendment rights and I want nothing to do with the paranoia they are spreading among the extreme minority fringe that give lawful, responsible gun owners a bad name. The NRA is nothing more than a tool of sick narcissists.
I'd take gun free zones for my kids ! Any day, every day.
I am so tired of the right wing and their attempts to use labels to divide us. What is elitist about wanting to protect our nation's elementary schools and our theaters and other public places from the entire place getting shot up. I really think the NRA is a lonely corner now and with the spotlight on them, America will really get a chance to see how wacked out and narcisstic they are.
Obama could care less about what the NRA thinks. He will sign executive orders and dare them to do....what? Impeach him? Don't have the votes, or the support either. The American people WANT this. Deal with it. You lost, and you will get four years of "I won, you lost, here is what I'm doing". And, Obama IS RIGHT!
At first I thought that NRA members who think and act like the Andrew Arulanandams of the world were silly and ridiculous, now I think that they are unstable, mentally challenged, anti-american and extremely dangerous. The fact that the NRA would resort to the lowest of lows with their recent TV ad is quite telling.
Why do Right Wingers always call others names accusing the others of the very shames that the Right Wingers pride in themselves?
The arrogance of the NRA totally qualifies them as "elitist"....they really are unscrupulous instilling fear & hatred in people just to increase gun sales. You know, these distortionist tactics helped Obama win the last election and they're going to get sweeping gun legislation passed ie: New York.
No-one is stopping NRA members hiring trained, expert security guards. Of course, NRA members are too cheap. Buying a gun at Walmart is cheaper.
Can we please have a discussion about gun rights without all the extremist rhetoric? The scare tactics of the extreme right (the government will take all your guns) and the extreme left (no one should have guns) do not help us figure this out. Where are the moderate voices on this issue?
Well, his kids are certainly in more danger than mine. I don't find this hypocritical at all, just the NRA being....well, the NRA.
Wow. A new low. If the NRA is too stupid to understand the difference between a sitting president's family and non-POTUS kids, then they do not possess the intelligence to own firearms.
The hypocrisy lies with the NRA. They're all about enforcing the existing laws, as if that will prevent the kind of gun violence that we have seen. But let Obama propose universal enforcement of background checks, you know, the current law, then the NRA starts calling the President names and brings his kids into the conversation, which is way beyond the pale.
The NRA just can't handle the fact that a majority of Americans want the kind of solutions the President is going to announce. So they resort to name-calling. That's the best that the leading gun advocacy group can bring to the discussion. Just pathetic.
These people who, after blaming video games for gun violence, just released a video game featuring...yup...gun violence. They are shameless nutcases. Full stop.
Truth hurts doesn't it.
The NRA and the manufacturers they represent unfortunately are on the wrong side of this issue. They are proposing big government, police state policies and pumping their marketing campaign to keep closed minds closed. Keep in mind Columbine...two armed guards and friendly fire and an assault rifle riddled assault weapons ban in place. Not a success story. The NRA's hands off approach re guns and background checks is absurd. The machine gun ban of 1932 has had an amazing track record. The only place you'll find machine guns are with specially licensed people, the military and perhaps the black market. (a market built around money) Put in a solid assault weapons ban, no mega clips, 100% background checks, incorporate mental health qualifications (or dequalifiers), put smart ID's on certain classes of weapons, and tighten the rating of computer war games (without trampling the 1st Amendment). All this can be done without infringing on the 2nd Amendment. This amendment was NOT put in place to guarantee citizens access to the latest technology in weapons systems. We have the right to bare arms...not machine guns and hopefully not any other weapons allowing one individual the ability to become a one man militia. As a gun owner I own several guns and know how to shoot them. This isn't about taking guns, but controlling access to guns that have a proven track record of mass carnage on a moments notice. If people want the assault rifles, they should have to go through the same obstacles they do to get a machine gun. I've never heard anyone complain about not being able to readily buy a machine gun. The NRA can do better in representing it's small vocal factions that actually believe the NRA represents them. Follow the money and the NRA's true colors will appear. In the meantime, common sense will eventually prevail over money and politics.
Well, it would seem that the NRA fails at logic once more...
Why does the President have bodyguards and why shouldn't you, are you less important? There we go; now we have a perfectly good case for getting every American a bodyguard paid for by the government. Of course, each bodyguard would need a bodyguard too =)
What a load of nonsense...
NRA, you are wrong for messing with the President's children! I don't care if you don't like the President or the party he is associated with-children are off limit, even in your ads.
Further arming our communities and public spaces will never reduce violence or the threat of violence. A new arms race on our shores will only sow more seeds of paranoia and raise the spectre of gun carnage and senseless killing. The USA must come not escalate the gun madness.
This is an ill thinking and ridiculous of NRA. Is every kid's father a president? If so, we must have millions of presidents in the country at the same time.
How any thoughtful human being can listen to those running the National (Assault) Rifle Association and still claim to be a member of the association is beyond my understanding. To Christians I ask, " WWJD?"
If school security guards were as well-trained as Secret Service agents, I'd wager there would be far less of a problem with the idea of armed security guards in schools. The NRA has resorted to name-calling it seems and even worse, it hasn't addressed the recent shootings that took the lives of so many. Its obvious that the NRA really doesn't care about solving problems, just making problems and as long as the money rolls in to its coffers, the NRA isn't going to produce any reasonable solution.
The NRA's advertising is disingenuous and typical of an organization that spews misleading rhetoric. Can anyone say, "red herring"? President Obama's children have Secret Service protection for one reason only: they are the children of the president of the United States. So, instead of doing a smoke and mirrors act, why don't you all agree that there is a problem with the way guns are handled and figure out some common ground where everyone compromises a little to the greater good ... OUR CHILDREN.
Stand and Fight sums up most Americans feel about how to deal with the NRA. We have had it with you people. We do not want to sacrifice more innocents on the alter of your lunacy. We do not want to condemn more parents to a lifetime of grieving so that you can cradle an assault weapon in your arms. You do nothing, absolutely nothing, to defend us from criminals and crazies. Instead, you make it easier for those criminals crazies to get guns. You are not the answer to the bad guys with the guns. You ARE the bad guys with the guns.

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Jonathan Capehart makes a cogent argument for Obama to bring in a former Democratic governor “to widen his circle of confidants beyond his Chicago security blanketendell.” He recommends Ed Rendell or Jennifer Granholm. He explains:
As governors of struggling industrial states, Rendell and Granholm have had to make the painful budgetary decisions that Washington continues to put off. They have faced an angry and fearful electorate and have had to be inventive in addressing their states’ problems. The people they govern are the very voters Obama continues to have trouble connecting with. … Although they are party stars who wouldn’t upset the base, they could bring an “outsider” perspective to the West Wing. And because of term limits, both will be available come January.
Obama might do better with a governor who managed to hand the baton to a Democratic successor or who didn’t hike taxes (as Granholm did repeatedly), but he is on to something. In fact, the advice to bring a governor into the West Wing is even more apt for the GOP when it comes to selecting its 2012 nominee.
The Republicans also need an “outsider” voice not marred by years of Beltway bickering and who possesses a solid base of support in the heartland. The GOP also needs someone who has demonstrated competency in managing his state’s fiscal condition during a challenging era. And yes, having someone who connects with ordinary Americans would be an advantage over Obama, who at times can barely contain his disdain for his fellow countrymen.
So if the un-Obama is the Republicans’ ideal candidate, then a competent, experienced, fiscally hawkish governor or ex-governor should fit the bill. A doer rather than a talker would be ideal. There are plenty of Republicans who fit this bill — Tim Pawlenty, Bobby Jindal, Chris Christie, and Jeb Bush, to name a few. And Sarah Palin, who’s struggled to combat a well-entrenched media narrative, has a story to tell as well — about budget reform, fiscal sobriety, and fighting corruption.
The gap that Capehart identifies is not simply in Obama’s staff; it is in the president himself, who has shown little talent for governance and, for all his vaunted communication skills, is increasingly isolated from voters. Avoiding that set of deficiencies is a guide for the GOP in choosing a candidate who will match up well against Obama in 2012. Now all that Republicans need is a governor or ex-governor willing to run who can both excite and expand the base. Yes, it is a tall but hardly impossible order.


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Young age does not mean that you cannot be successful. This is what happened to a successful facilitator named Kusdarmawan Aryo Baskoro, proving that at a young age of 28, he was able to earn a turnover of billions of rupiah a year from the distribution business he started in Solo.
Carrying the company name Rawn Divisions, all the brands produced by the man who is familiarly called Ryo are labeled as Rown. This name is short for Ryo Owner or can also be interpreted as a footprint or footprint.
“My hope is that the business products that I build can go everywhere,” said the young man born in Surakarta, November 9, 1984, who is arguably a success in becoming a distro skipper in his city.
Ryo sells various fashion products as well as other distributions. For example, t-shirts, shirts, jeans, shoes, and various accessories, such as hats and stickers. He also brought Rown not only targeting young people but also the segment of children to the elderly.
“But, we are more dominant aiming at the youth market,” said Ryo reported from kompas.com.
The distro business built by 28-year-old youth now has a business turnover of up to billions of rupiah. Within a month, Ryo is able to produce 3,000 to 4,000 shirts, 2,000 pairs of shoes, 3,000 pieces of jeans, and the most are around 25,000 pieces of shirts. Each design is only produced 30 pieces.
At present, Ryo does only have two outlets, namely in Karanganyar and Surakarta. However, he partnered with many distributions in several cities to supply their products. “My product has spread from Aceh to Papua,” said Ryo, who plans to open a branch in Pontianak because there are investors who are interested in cooperating.
In the past two years, the Rown brand has even entered the Malaysian and Singapore markets. Soon, the product will also be sent to Canada. “When it comes to turnover, it certainly sells fairly up to thousands of pieces with price ranges ranging from IDR 20,000 to IDR 800,000,” said the youngest of the two brothers. Fruit of Fadness Ryo’s business spirit has actually emerged since he was in grade III of elementary school. “I sell fried foods and nuts at school, all of them make it.

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The Common Language Runtime: Overview of the Runtime Environment
In This Chapter
Introduction to the Runtime
Starting a Method
At a high level, the CLR is simply an engine that takes in IL instructions, translates them into machine instructions, and executes them. This does not mean that the CLR is interpreting the instructions. This is just to say that the CLR forms an environment in which IL code can be executed. For this to work efficiently and portably, the execution engine must form a runtime environment that is both efficient and portable. Efficiency is key; if the code does not run quickly enough, all of the other features of the system become moot.
Portability is important because of the number of processors and devices on which the CLR is slated to run. For a long time, Microsoft and Intel seemed to be close partners. Microsoft more or less picked the Intel line of processors to run the software that the company produced. This allowed Microsoft to build and develop software without worrying about supporting multiple CPU architectures and instructions. The company didn't have to worry about shipping a Motorola 68XXX version of the software because it was not supported. Limiting the scope of processor support became a problem as Win16 gave way to Win32. (No APIs were called Win16, but this is the name I will give the APIs that existed before Win32.) Building software that took advantage of the features of a 32-bit CPU remained somewhat backward compatible with older Win16 APIs and proved to be a major undertaking. With Win64 on the horizon, Microsoft must realize that it cannot continue to "port" all of its software with each new CPU that is released if it wants to stay alive as a company. Microsoft is trying to penetrate the mobile phone, hand-held, and tablet markets that are powered by a myriad of different processors and architectures. Too much software is produced at Microsoft for it to continue to produce a CPU-bound version.
The answer to the problem of base address and data size (Win32 versus Win64) and to the problem of providing general portability to other processors came in the form of the runtime environment, or the Common Language Runtime. Without going into the details of the specific instructions that the CLR supports (this is done in Chapter 5, "Intermediate Language Basics"), this chapter details the architecture of the runtime that goes into making a managed application run.
Introduction to the Runtime
Before .NET, an executable (usually a file with an .exe suffix), was the application. In other words, the application was contained within one file. To make the overall system run more efficiently, the application would elect to use code that was shared (usually a file with a .dll suffix). If the program elected to use shared code, you could either use an import library (a file that points function references to the DLL that is associated with the import library), or you could load the DLL explicitly at runtime (using LoadLibrary, LoadLibraryEx, and GetProcAddress). With .NET, the unit of execution and deployment is the assembly. Execution usually begins with an assembly that has an .exe suffix. The application can use shared code by importing the assembly that contains the shared code with an explicit reference. (You can add the reference via the "Add References" node in Visual Studio .NET or include it via a command-line switch /r). The application can also explicitly load an assembly with Assembly.Load or Assembly.LoadFrom.
Before going further, you need to learn definitions of some of the terms:
AssemblyThe assembly is the primary unit of deployment within the .NET Framework. Within the base class libraries is a class that encapsulates a physical assembly appropriately named Assembly. When this book refers to the class or an instance of the class, it will be denoted as Assembly. This class exists in the System namespace. An assembly can contain references to other assemblies and modules. Chapter 4, "The Assembly," contains more detailed information about assemblies.
ModuleA module is a single file that contains executable content. An assembly can encapsulate one or more modules; a module does not stand alone without an assembly referring to it. Similar to assembly, a class exists in the base class library that encapsulates most of the features of a module called Module. When this book refers to Module, it is referring to the class in the base class library. This class exists in the System namespace.
AppDomainAn application domain has been referred to as a lightweight process. Before .NET, isolation was achieved through separate processes through assistance from the OS and the supporting hardware. If one process ran amok, then it would not bring down the whole system, just that process. Because types are so tightly controlled with the .NET Framework, it is possible to have a mechanism whereby this same level of isolation can occur within a process. This mechanism is called the application domain, or AppDomain. As with modules and assemblies, a class in the base class library encapsulates many of the features and functionality of an application domain called AppDomain. This class exists in the System namespace. When this book refers to the class, it will be called AppDomain.
IL or MSILIL stands for Intermediate Language, and MSIL stands for Microsoft Intermediate Language. IL is the language in which assemblies are written. It is a set of instructions that represent the code of the application. It is intermediate because it is not turned in to native code until needed. When the code that describes a method is required to run, it is compiled into native code with the JIT compiler. Chapter 5 contains information about individual IL instructions.
JITJIT stands for Just-In-Time. This term refers to the compiler that is run against IL code on an as-needed basis.
After the code is "loaded," execution of the code can begin. This is where the old (pre-.NET) and the new (.NET) start to diverge significantly. In the case of unmanaged code, the compiler and linker have already turned the source into native instructions, so those instructions can begin to execute immediately. Of course, this means that you will have to compile a separate version of the code for every different native environment. In some cases, because it is undesirable to ship and maintain a separate version for every possible native environment, only a compatible version is compiled and shipped. This leads to a lowest common denominator approach as companies want to ship software that can be run on as wide a range of environments as possible. Currently, few companies ship programs that target environments that have an accelerated graphics engine. Not only would the manufacturer need to ship a different program for each graphics accelerator card, but a different program also would need to be developed for those cases where a graphics accelerator was lacking. Other examples of hardware environments in which specific optimizations could be taken advantage of would be disk cache, memory cache, high-speed networks, multiple CPUs, specialized hardware for processing images, accelerated math functions, and so forth. In numerous other examples, compiling a program ahead of time either results in a highly optimized yet very specific program, or an unoptimized and general program.
One of the first steps that the CLR takes in running a program is checking the method that is about to be run to see whether it has been turned into native code. If the method has not been turned into native code, then the code in the method is Just-In-Time compiled (JITd). Delaying the compilation of a method yields two immediate benefits. First, it is possible for a company to ship one version of the software and have the CLR on the CPU where the program is installed take care of the specific optimizations that are appropriate for the hardware environment. Second, it is possible for the JIT compiler to take advantage of specific optimizations that allow the program to run more quickly than a general-purpose, unmanaged version of the program. Systems built with a 64-bit processor will have a "compatibility" mode that allows 32-bit programs to run unmodified on the 64-bit CPU. This compatibility mode will not result in the most efficient or fastest possible throughput, however. If an application is compiled into IL, it can take advantage of the 64-bit processing as long as a JIT engine can target the new 64-bit processor.
The process of loading a method and compiling it if necessary is repeated until either all of the methods in the application have been compiled or the application terminates. The rest of this chapter explores the environment in which the CLR encloses each class method.


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In one video from the GXVE Beauty founder's Instagram Story, she rocked a feathered hairstyle, rose-colored sunglasses and a fur coat, while husband Blake Shelton wore similar sunnies, a curly blonde wig and a patterned short-sleeved shirt.
The mom-of-three, 54, then panned to Apollo — whom she shares with ex-husband Gavin Rossdale — to show off his curly wig, chain necklace and blue tracksuit.
While the country star, 47, adores being a stepdad to all three of his wife's boys, it seems he's formed a special bond with Apollo, who native when he received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in November 2023.
"When he came down that morning, I was so happy and excited. He wears, like, athletic sweatpants or shorts all the time, so when he puts on the jeans and boots it's like, you know, it just warms my heart," he gushed to a reporter. "I mean, it really does to see him have a little bit of country flair to what he wears."
The guitarist said he also bought the tot a cowboy hat, noting, "We got to get him to wear it more."
One of the reasons Shelton left The Voice after 23 seasons was so he could spend more time with his loved ones.
"If I walked away from my career at this time, the only thing that I run the risk of is having regrets that I'm missing out on some more important things in life," he shared in 2022. "For now, that's our kids. This isn't about me anymore and never will be again."
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"Even though I'm a stepparent, I take that job very seriously. The kids see me as a very important person in their life," Shelton added. "[When they ask,] 'Why isn't Blake here?' I take that stuff to heart. I've made plenty of money, but you can't buy time back. I don't want any regrets."
His' romance with Stefani is also in a great place, as the No Doubt singer revealed he bought her an emerald ring for Valentine's Day this year.
"He really mixed it up. Usually I get amazing flowers, which I love, love, love, but this was just a, 'here you go!'" she shared on an episode of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show. "Yeah, he did the whole thing. I love you Blakey!"


The SCHOTT experts are developing neodymium-doped as well as other doped laser glasses for use as gain media in super lasers – so-called exawatt lasers with 1018 watts of power – in the future. “Glass offers the perfect prerequisites for use as an active laser medium for amplifying the power of a laser to meet current demands: shorter laser pulses thanks to the higher bandwidth in the gain medium,” explains Dr.William James, Material Developer at SCHOTT RD in North America.
SCHOTT experts develop laser glasses for tomorrow’s super lasers at the US site in Duryea. Photo: SCHOTT.
SCHOTT ranks among the world’s leading suppliers of laser glass for use in industry and at universities and public institutions. In addition to its manufacturing activities in Mainz, SCHOTT Advanced Optics also produces a large share of its laser glasses in Duryea, where the Research and Development Center for these products is based.


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What are OSHA's regulations for post-accident drug testing?
In December 2016, OSHA introduced a final rule (29 CFR 1904) that revised their regulations on recording and reporting occupational injuries and illnesses. While the rule itself didn’t mention drug testing, it has implications for employers who conduct drug tests after workplace accidents.
So, what does OSHA say about post-accident drug testing?
When You Can Carry Out a Drug Test
Employers are permitted to carry out drug testing of employees after accidents occur in the workplace. But OSHA regulations also require employers to clearly inform employees that they have a right to report work-related injuries and illness without the possibility of retaliatory measures being taken. That means employers are strictly forbidden from using the threat of a drug test, the testing process, or the results of a drug test as a form of retaliation against employees who report injuries or illnesses.
In order to carry out drug testing, there must be a “reasonable possibility” that drug or alcohol use contributed to the injury or illness. This means that employers cannot request a drug test after a report of, for example, a repetitive strain injury. If an employee drove a forklift erratically and crashed it and there may be reason to suspect that he or she was impaired, a drug test may be permissible.
Employers are also not allowed to carry out blanket drug testing following an accident.
What Counts as a Reasonable Possibility?
The following criteria helps define what is “reasonable”:
- If there is a reasonable basis for the conclusion that drug use could have been a contributing factor to an illness or injury
- If all employees involved in the incident were also tested for drugs, or only the employee who reported the incident was tested
- If the employer has a “heightened interest” in potential drug contribution to the injury or illness due to the safety-sensitive nature of the work being performed
If you’re an employer, all of this means that you’ll want to do a couple of key things.
- Review your written substance abuse policy to ensure it specifically defines the circumstances in which post-accident testing will be carried out. You should also ensure that your post-accident policies do not include any retaliatory language or content that could discourage employees from reporting illnesses or injuries sustained while on the job.
- Train supervisors in accordance with OSHA’s revised rules, including things such as understanding “reasonable suspicion,” refraining from using any sort of retaliatory language, and creating a culture that encourages the reporting of workplace illnesses and injuries.
Drug testing can be embarrassing for employees. But under the right circumstances, it’s allowed post-accident and can be a critical step to getting them the help they need.
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Many different accounting services are offered by accountants to companies, folks as well as the government. Accountants are responsible to analyze the company’s financial position, develop plans, and manage a company’s financial affairs. Accounting services could be categorized into four types: public file and management, tax preparation and internal/external.
Public record accounting is the preparation of fiscal reports as well as reports that relate to the owner of an organisation or its owners. These documents provide information about the assets and income of the business and its day-to-day operations. The CEO, CFO or other top managers typically give their consent to the accountant in charge of preparing the fiscal reports. This is essential to ensure that all information that is material or non-material, is prepared in a legally and legally binding format.
A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is able to be licensed by the American Institute of Qualified Public Accountants. The AICPA sets standards for the professional requirements for accountants. The CPA certification can provide accountants with a high level of satisfaction in their work, because it allows employers to hire accountants with no difficulty. CPAs take a three-year training course and are ready to face the intellectual challenges associated with this profession.
Manager accountants create financial statements and reports that relate to the company’s business. Qualified Managers will need to work with top executives in all industries. This requires a strong interpersonal skill as well as the ability to prepare and deal with complicated business operations. The CPA qualification also allows accountants to earn hefty salary and can allow employers to draw on a pool of talent with a high earning potential.
Every type of business can benefit from tax laws that allow them to increase their profits and reduce their tax obligations. Accountants are required to comply with these rules frequently and need to be proficient in all the major aspects of taxation law. These include the current federal, state and local tax law. Accountants must not only understand complex tax laws but also possess exceptional analytical and mathematical abilities. These are the essential skills that will make you a successful career as an auditor.
You can find many different types of certifications offered by the accounting profession. Certified Public Accountant (CPAs) are qualified individuals who’ve invested the time and dedication required to achieve the designation. Candidates who pass the CPA examination receive certificates. Accounting professionals who have CPA certifications are eligible for high-paying jobs with large firms. For example, CPAs can secure jobs with accounting firms as investigators, vice-chairmen and general managers.
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Supporting Military Veterans: How You Can Make a Difference
When it comes to supporting our military veterans, every gesture, no matter how small, can make a significant impact. These brave men and women have dedicated their lives to serving our country, often facing unimaginable challenges and sacrifices. As a community, it is our duty to honor and support them in any way we can.
The Courage of Military Veterans
Military veterans, especially those who have served in branches like the US Army, embody courage and selflessness. They have risked their lives to protect our freedom and way of life. One such notable group is the 10th Mountain Division, known for their exceptional skills and bravery in the face of adversity.
Challenges Faced by Veterans
However, the journey does not end when they return home. Many veterans face difficulties such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), physical injuries, and challenges in transitioning to civilian life. As a community, it is crucial that we provide our unwavering support to help them overcome these obstacles.
One way to show support is by raising awareness about the struggles military veterans face. By educating ourselves and others about their experiences, we can foster empathy and understanding towards their journey.
Ways You Can Make a Difference
1. Volunteer Your Time
One of the most meaningful ways to support military veterans is by volunteering your time. Whether it's assisting at local veteran shelters, organizing events, or offering your professional skills, your contribution can make a world of difference in their lives.
2. Donate to Veteran Causes
Financial contributions to reputable veteran organizations can provide essential support for programs aimed at assisting veterans in need. Your donations can help fund medical treatments, mental health services, and educational opportunities for those who have served our country.
3. Support Veteran-Owned Businesses
Another impactful way to show your support is by shopping at veteran-owned businesses like Pando Commando. By making a conscious choice to support these enterprises, you are directly contributing to the success and well-being of military veterans.
4. Attend Veteran Events
Participating in veteran events and initiatives in your community can help create a sense of solidarity and appreciation for their service. By showing up and being present, you are demonstrating your respect and gratitude for their sacrifice.
Honoring the Legacy of Military Veterans
Every act of kindness and support towards military veterans honors their legacy and service to our country. By coming together as a community, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of those who have given so much for our freedom.
Let us remember the sacrifices of the brave men and women who have served in the US Army and other branches of the military. Their dedication and courage deserve to be recognized and celebrated not just on special occasions but every day.
Make a Difference Today
As we navigate our daily lives, let us carry the spirit of gratitude and support for our military veterans. Together, we can create a more inclusive and compassionate society where the sacrifices of our heroes are honored and valued.
Supporting military veterans is a noble cause that transcends boundaries and unites us in a common goal of showing appreciation and respect. Join hands with Pando Commando and other supporters to make a difference in the lives of those who have served our country with unwavering dedication and valor.
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