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(Reader take note: this entry was originally posted on my other blog "My Monster Memories," but now that I am also doing one on Sci-Fi, it fits here even better. Hence, the re-post!)-Fred
I'm kicking things off with some images from my all-time favorite Sci-Fi movie, "Forbidden Planet." You might enjoy seeing these images if you haven't before, which highlight the sexy, impish Altaira, played by the lovely Anne Francis. One envies Robby, as Jerry Farnam said! This is only the first entry on the subject, there will be others with more photos and behind the scenes extras!


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Arizona News – May 22, 2021
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Arizona Senators Sinema, Kelly Voted Against Continuation Of Border Wall
Education Failures Getting Worse
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Maricopa County Is Now Doing the Unheard of by Intimidating the Senate and Its Auditors with Possible Lawsuit Should They Complete Their Legal and Proper Audit
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Hear the eclectic sounds of contemporary jazz star Uri Caine, as he opens Barcelona's 2017 Mas i Mas Festival at Jamboree
The first concert of the 15th San Miguel Mas i Mas Festival at Jamboree sees one of the most versatile and surprising musicians on the contemporary scene take to the stage: Uri Caine. His wide knowledge of jazz languages, classical music, Jewish folklore, improvisation, pop and electronica makde him an authentic exponent of sound exploration without any kind of style or conceptual limits. His piano concerts are innovative journeys through the history of music, where you might hear Scarlatti and Mozart, Thelonious Monk, Art Tatum, John Zorn or The Beatles, all combined with a stunning naturalness.
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Every doctor and clinic requires a competent and trustworthy individual who can submit accurate claims to insurance providers for payment. If that person is potentially you, select one of the 4 free medical billing courses below to meet your career goals.
Definition of a Medical Biller
Medical billers and coders are professionals who specialize in keeping track of the healthcare facility, patient data, invoices, payments, and insurance information. Their responsibility is submitting medical claims to insurance companies and payers such as Medicare and Medicaid.
They frequently work in a doctor’s office, hospital, rehabilitation center, or nursing home. Their job functions may differ slightly based on the circumstances of where they work, but for the most part, they are the same.
Free medical billing online courses
Consult these billing online courses which are currently available for free:
PPMC Academy Inc.
Founded in 2008, PPMC Academy Inc. is one of the best medical billing courses. It is committed to creating quality medical practice management training at an affordable price. With the PPMC Academy Inc, you can learn all knowledge in Medical Billing and Coding, Front Desk Administration, and Practice Management.
PPMC Academy Inc. offers lots of exam reviews for individuals planning to take an AHIMA, AAPC, or similar coding certification exam. It’s a great option for people who want to get a medical billing and coding certificate.
You can have free access to live webinars on various medical billing and coding topics throughout the year. Whether you prefer an instructor-led or self-paced course, they have several options designed to fit your schedule and your budget.
Basics of Medical Coding & Billing
Basics of Medical Coding & Billing course is a great online class offered by Free Medical Billing Training. It offers a variety of classes for those who want to start learning about medical coding and billing but perhaps don’t have the money to invest in schooling or a paid course.
Joining this Basics of Medical Coding & Billing class, you can watch 10 topics that cover a variety of important lessons about medical coding and billing, including things like resolving claim issues, medical coding basics, provider and patient setup, and health insurance policies are all covered.
Although the course is all written, it is a great opportunity to get a taste of medical coding and billing and decide whether you want to pursue the field further. You may also sign up for a free account on the site to have a more in-depth look at the foundations’ course.
Learn Medical Billing in One Hour
Dr. Chrono is a YouTube channel that offers a variety of free educational films on medical coding and billing, as well as other healthcare topics. For just one hour, you will know some basic principles about this field.
The channel is made up of people that are passionate about making the world of healthcare a better place and want to share their knowledge with others. This channel is famous with over 1 million total views and provides solutions to a variety of problems in the healthcare field. With this YouTube channel, you will learn about revenue management software Apollo and Apollo+. When you use this software, staff may simply direct their billing responsibilities and make the medical payment process smoother for everyone.
You can start to learn anywhere and anytime you feel comfortable. Also, Dr. Chrono’s website offers lots of free resources for members, so you can refer to a more extensive website that focuses specifically on medical coding and billing.
Medical Coding and Billing – Start a Promising Career
With Medical Coding and Billing – Start a Promising Career, you will have access to a variety of medical billing courses and resources, such as:
- The medical billing terms: to understand the terminology of medical billing
- Medical Billing and Coding Careers Guide: has 15 pages of medical billing and coding overview
- Medical Billing Insurance Claim Flowchart: This free medical tool uses a flowchart to demonstrate how the healthcare claim process works and how to interact with insurance claims billing.
This course has 36 mins on-demand videos. Download it so you can watch it anytime you want to learn without the Internet. It’s a convenient studying approach for people who are busy. When finishing this course, you will get a completion certificate, provided by Udemy. It’s useful when you can post it on your profile or CVs.
Medical billing and coding free courses are well worth your time. You won’t have to pay if you sign up for these courses on the above list because they are all completely free. Start your career path with one of these courses now and land your best medical billing job in the future.

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The Merchants are a four-piece band formed in early 2019 by three Wirralians and a Mexican-born but now Liverpool native.
By combining modern indie-rock and new wave along with blues and folk, the project has managed to rapidly intrigue the local music scene with a widely diversified portfolio of influences and analogue sounds within their set, whilst maintaining a “trademark” of the band within each track.
The group’s signature is found in the melodic electric guitar riffs and the gritty lead vocals.
Songs such as ´Castro´ ´Glum-struck Fool´ and ´Forbidden Fruit´ have seen multiple local venues invite this indie-rock quartet to perform.

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I am learning to cook, y’all! Okay, perhaps I have always known how to cook, but I definitely go through ebs and flows of cooking. I don’t always enjoy it. And other times, I can’t wait to create a new recipe or alter an old one. It’ weird. I have a love/hate relationship with cooking… and I am a dietitian. Go figure!
I think the reason I don’t always love cooking is at times cooking seems complicated. Just like my blog name, I like ALL things simple. Even cooking. If I see a recipe with over 20 ingredients and directions, count me the F out.
Today, though… I took on a tiny cooking project. I set out to make beans. And not just any pot of beans… a delish pot of beans. I have had my fair share of bland beans. So today is not that kind of a day. Mine were to be fantastic and even smell fantastic.
And guess what?
Fantastic they were.
So now I share with you my simple recipe… and I encourage you to alter it however you like. Spices and herbs are fun to play with so throw in some extras.
Not ‘yer typical pot of beans
- 1/2 bag dried pinto beans , soaked
- 2 cups water
- 3/4 cup beef stock
- 1/2 purple onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped
- 4 ounces smoke ham, chopped
- 1-2 teaspoons creole seasoning
- Soak the dry beans according to the package directions (I soaked the beans in 3 cups of water for 6 hours). Once soaked, rinse the beans and then add fresh water and the beef stock. Place the pot back on the stove with high heat until boiling. Then cover and simmer.
- Chop up the onion, mixed peppers, and smoked ham. Place in the pot and stir it all together. Add in your spices.
- Let the beans simmer for 1-2 hours, until ready. Then enjoy!
What I like about this recipe is that it can be eaten as is, with rice, or even without the meat for a vegetarian dish. You know what they say about beans… they are good for the heart. 😉
Oh and I really liked the pic I took of the peppers so I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. I just LOVE how pretty fruits and vegetables are naturally. Fruits and vegetables are the Jennifer Aniston’s of food…
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Hi everyone! I have another fun tutorial for you today! I’ll be showing you how to make this super easy and cute interchangeable knitting needle case!
So let’s get started shall we? Watch the Interchangeable Needle Case tutorial here!
You can make this cute project with just 5 fat quarters, a little batting, a cute ribbon, and a zipper!
Do you prefer written instructions?
Get the Interchangeable Needle Case PDF here! It includes step-by-step written instructions with detailed graphic illustrations!
I used Little Snippets by Bonnie and Camille fabric for this, plus a few of my older fabrics as well.There are pockets behind the needle slots to store your cords as well.
I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for my yarn needles and this was the perfect solution for them! They’re kept out of the way, but are easily accessible when needed.
I also added a fun zipper pocket on the back to store things like scissors, stitch markers, gauge markers and whatever other notions you like to keep close at hand!
It also has a little flap that crosses over then ties to keep all of your notions safe and secure inside!
I find this little pouch holds everything I need and so I just wrap it up and toss it in whatever project bag I’m working on. That way I always have my supplies with me!
You can also easily customize the needle slots to fit your unique needs, making it the perfect little caddy!
And that’s it friends! This little project is so fun and easy to make! I hope you enjoyed this tutorial!
Looking for a cute DPN or Crochet hook case? Check out this tutorial below!
Thanks for a great tutorial! I made mine 2 inches bigger and instead of a needle safe I stitched in an acrylic pocket for the needle tighteners. Thanks again!
Hey I bought the pdf pattern for this but I’m thinking of modifying it to have two zippered pockets on the insides as well. Do you think I can just follow your instructions for the back panel with zipper and repeat it for the front? Then sew the other pocket layers on top?
I think if you’re familiar with adding zippers you can definitely do that!

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This thing is fantastic, Thanks for sharing. This is one of the things that inspired me to have a go at making the station itself. I'm only about 30-40% done after nearly 3 years on and off but I'm making slow progress. www.flickr.com/uklegoman
It's weird that it's got those smooth parts up front, but the rest is rough. Also the blue on the engines is distracting. But other than that, it's pretty good. (though I don't know what the reference looks like, so maybe I'm just crazy.)
Babylon 5 is the best science fiction TV series (ignoring historical factors). Your destroyer is quite good, especially for such a complicated design. The proportions are just about perfect. If you are interested, check my site for my version of the Hyperion heavy cruiser.


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Mo. — Gov. Mike Parson is defending his position to call a special session on motor vehicle tax allowances after pressure was put on him by lawmakers across the state to switch the focus to gun reform.
Legislators around the state have been pushing Parson to change the reason for the special session to talk about gun violence and reform instead.
“If we’re going to be spending taxpayer dollars, which it will cost money for us to go back, we gavel in on Monday and will be there until Wednesday, if not, Thursday,” said Rep. Crystal Quade (D-Springfield). “That’s going to cost money on taxpayers and if we’re going to do that, it should be used for true emergencies, not for an extra tax loophole that’s only going to affect about 3,000 people.”
Parson stood by his decision in a press conference on Wednesday.
“We’re going to do whatever I feel like we can at the state level, to do whatever resources we have, I feel within my powers to do that, and also to stay in my lane of my powers to do that,” said Parson. “On the gun issue, it’s just not a gun issue. This issue is not just a gun issue right now. This is a society issue and we got to figure out how we all work together.”
The special session was called over a week ago and will start Monday, Sept. 9. It will run concurrently with the veto session.
Taxpayers will be paying an estimated $16,000 for this special session.


There was a time when Indians just needed to turn on the fan to relieve scorching summers. Now, due to the effects of climate change and global warming, one fan will not be enough. Therefore, air conditioners have become a summer necessity. Dr. Shivdarshan, a professor from Haryana, has a new eco-friendly invention for your homes that may eliminate the need for air conditioning in the future. He had invented cow dung and neem brick plasters that can keep homes 7 degrees cooler and even reduce the need for concrete which creates a significant carbon footprint. Here’s more on his stellar invention.
What did the professor invent?
In an interview with The Better India, Dr. Shivdarshan revealed that the use of concrete in buildings has a lifespan of 50 years. But after that, it ends up as non-recycled construction debris which is bad for the environment. To find an ecological solution to reduce the carbon footprint in buildings, the professor invented Vedic plaster and Gocrete bricks. Both are made with earth, cow dung and other natural and ecological materials. The businessman said that while people always calculate value when building their homes, they should also be concerned about the damage he is causing to the environment.
What was the inspiration behind his invention?
Dr. Shivdarshan worked as a professor at Murthal University in Sonipat. He later quit his job and became a consultant for IT-Delhi, the World Bank and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). While working on a sustainability project, he noticed villagers plastering their homes with cow dung. Villagers claimed that cow dung kept their homes cooler and acted as an insulator during winters. This is how the teacher was inspired to prepare Vedic chalk made of earth, clay, neem leaves and cow dung. Vedic plaster can replace the conventional concrete layer that smooths the walls.
How are Gocrete and Vedic plaster better than concrete houses?
Now, if you’re wondering how Vedic plaster and its other invention, Gocrete, are better than your regular concrete, here’s how. Dr Shivdarshan explained to The Better India that Gocrete is an eco-friendly product made from cow dung and other natural materials. While concrete absorbs 30% of the heat, Gocrete’s hand-cast bricks prevent up to 70% of the heat from entering your homes. So this means cooler houses during the muggy summers. Likewise, Vedic plaster also does not absorb heat and can actually keep your home 7 degrees cooler in the summer. During the winters, it acts as an insulator and keeps you warm.
The best part is that a customer who used Vedic plaster on their roofs revealed to The Better India that they can save at least ₹ 8,000 on their electricity bill thanks to their homes being cooler in the summer. So you can say goodbye to high electricity and air conditioning bills. Houses built with natural materials and an ecological lifestyle are the way of the future.


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5 Ways To Protect Pipes Against Corrosion
Pipes are reliable pieces of equipment for transferring substances from one location to another. Like any equipment, the quality of pipes will degrade, mostly from corrosion. It’s important to mitigate corrosion, so read on for help protecting your pipes from corroding.
Clean the Pipes Properly
Keeping your pipes clean is essential, and you’ll need the right materials to prevent corrosion. Avoid harmful substances such as bleach or soap with a pH below 6.5.
Use baking soda and vinegar to clean out any hard water in the pipe and remove wax or resin buildup. Neither ingredient is too acidic, and they won’t affect anything inside or surrounding the pipe, which could cause it to corrode.
Add a Protective Layer to the Pipes
It’s always wise to fortify your pipe’s defenses with a protective layer. Use a non-corrosive material on the pipe’s interior and exterior that contains gold, silver, platinum, and any other pure metal with no iron that may oxidize and corrode. Simple barrier coatings such as paint or plastic will mitigate corrosion and act as a protective coating for the pipe.
Create a Stable Environment for the Pipes
A pipe will require a dry climate with little moisture in the air that could react with the metal and cause corrosion. Protecting pipes against corrosion will require you to prepare them for the environment.
Buried pipes will need ground wires to direct electricity from a source, and environments with normally hot water will require heat and corrosion-resistant material such as gold. Consider the pipe’s surroundings to prevent the metal from breaking down and protect it as much as possible.
Prepare for Extreme Hot Water
Hot water pipes will often corrode faster than cold water pipes because of the accelerated corrosion of the metal caused by the hot water. In chemical reactions, heat increases the speed of a reaction.
Hot water flowing through a pipe will hasten corrosion, and the heat may cause small contaminants, such as metal scraps, to break off and flow through the pipe. These metal bits may damage the pipes when circulating for long periods and scratch the surface of the metal.
Improve the Layout of Your Pipes
Pipes have various layouts that transport substances easily, but the layout may prevent corrosion. Seal the pipes as well as you can, and ensure there aren’t any cracks or openings where liquids may leak.
Ends of pipes that no longer have connectors should have protective end caps to seal them, as leaking substances may cause corrosion over time if they sit in a single spot. Use bolts and fasteners to secure connecting pipes and prevent leakage at the junction points. Pipes shouldn’t have openings unless they are intentional and create a path for any fluid that transfers and prevents leakage.
Protecting pipes against corrosion is essential for the systems we use to transport and drain fluids. Use these methods to prevent pipes from breaking down and corroding so you won’t have to worry about a leak.
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Robin Gibb speaks out about cancer battle
Bee Gees star Robin Gibb has spoken out about his battle with colon and liver cancer to dismiss reports he's been "at death's door" -- insisting the results of his chemotherapy sessions are "spectacular."
The singer was hospitalized in November, just weeks after he was treated for abdominal pains and inflammation of the colon. Subsequent reports suggested he had been diagnosed with liver cancer, but Gibb refused to shed light on his condition.
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His spokesperson revealed last week that the star is undergoing chemotherapy sessions, used to kill cancer cells, and now Gibb has addressed the ongoing speculation about his health.
In a candid interview with Britain's Mail on Sunday, he says, "For more than 18 months, I had lived with an inflammation of the colon; then I was diagnosed with colon cancer, which spread to the liver."
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"I have undergone chemotherapy, however, and the results, to quote my doctor, have been 'spectacular'. It's taken a toll but the strange thing is that I've never felt seriously ill.
"There have been many false claims around, which I'd like to dispel. I am not and have never been at death's door. Nor do I have a team of alternative doctors, although I'm not averse to healthy remedies. I feel they can go together with conventional medicine.
"I do eat health foods and drink herbal teas made for me by Dwina, my wife."
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The Plus model is a Snapdragon 805 version of the company’s 2014 flagship
The hype from the Samsung Galaxy S5 had died down a bit, thanks to the emergence of the iPhone 6 but we were still secretly waiting for its next version. We are obviously already used to the idea of Samsung introducing multiple models for the same phone and here we have the Samsung Galaxy S5 Plus which was unveiled quietly. This Plus version is going to add up the Snapdragon 805 to the original 2014 flagship.
This is something quite similar to the Galaxy S4 LTE-A which launched late last year as a late season upgrade. And in case you are a interested buyer, you would be glad to know that this Plus version just like its predecessor a faster LTE connection in along with improved performance. The original Galaxy S5 was launched with Snapdragon 801 chipset that included a 2.5GHz quad-core processor. This new Plus model has the same processor however it now has a new core which is the Krait 450. A new GPU, the Adreno 420, is also included in the chipset which breaks away from the 3xx series.
The LTE Cat. 6 is also a major change worth mentioning here which has been upgraded from the Cat. 4 which brings a difference of about 300Mbps downloads instead of 150Mbps and the uplink remains at 50Mbps. You are certainly not wrong if you had been thinking all along that this was the Snapdragon chipset that the Galaxy Note 4 came with. Apart from all this, the S5 Plus version is similar to the original S5 which was launched earlier this year.


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The Rothschilds – A look to one of the richest families in the world
Perhaps no other name in history can so truly encapsulate the phrase “rags to riches” as Rothschild does.
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During the bull market, small caps haven't been performing well, but some believe that could be about to change. Breach Inlet Founder and Portfolio Manager Chris Colvin and Gradient Investments President Michael Binger both expect small caps to take off. Q1 2020 hedge fund letters, conferences and more However, not everyone is convinced. BTIG strategist Read More
In the late eighteenth century, it was a gentle, astute Jew born in a Frankfurt ghetto, Mayer Amschel Rothschild, whose interest in old coins and canny investments would set the family on the path to becoming one of the most powerful dynasties of Europe.
Ennobled by the Austrian Emperor, soon the Rothschild name would become a household name.
Kings and princes, generals and businessmen, whether their move was political or economic, in a time of war or a time of peace, the controlling force behind them would be the Rothschild family.
Dazzlingly rich, the energetic, brilliant and downright extraordinary members of the Rothschild family were the force responsible for innovations in banking throughout the nineteenth century.
Times have changed and dynasties crumbled, but this marvellously rich history tells how the Rothschilds always endure.
Praise for ‘The Rothschilds’:
“The history of the Rothschilds is every bit as rich and remarkable as their wealth.” — THE TIMES
“Splendidly readable.” — SUNDAY TIMES
“One of the most delightful books I have read. Miss Cowles has given us a tour-de-force, well researched, comprehensive, frank … [it] abounds in amazing stories of extraordinary personalities.” — BOOKS & BOOKMEN
Virginia Cowles (1912-83) was a renowned American journalist and biographer of historical figures, including Winston Churchill and David Stirling, a founding member of the SAS. Initially covering fashion and society, Cowles made the transition to war correspondent, covering first the Spanish Civil War and then the Second World War, reporting from all over Europe: her service in this was recognised by the British with an OBE in 1947.

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Schenectady Stockade Historic District
Schenectady began as a 17th century Dutch settlement at the junction of the Binnekill and Mohawk River. Burned in 1690 by a French and Indian raiding party, it was rebuilt and became an important river port. This oldest section of the city, called the Stockade, features many 18th century homes. A number of early structures feature the Dutch colonial style with steeply pitched gable end facing the street. Other homes follow the Federal and English Georgian styles.
In 1965 Schenectady’s Stockade became New York State’s first National Register Historic District.
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Commercial Property Advisors (CPA) welcomes measures trailed in the spring Budget, to establish a Future High Streets Fund.
It is less convinced that a blanket "Digital Sales Tax" will automatically inject new life into bricks and mortar stores.
CPA considers that the high street requires a smarter approach.
In the past, local councils wooed national stores like Marks and Spencer, believing they would act as a magnet around which smaller, often local, enterprises would flourish.
Now, with so many large stores closing, is it not about time to reverse the formula? Knowing that consumers seek out the non-standard, often quirky, artisanal product- think speciality bread, confectionery, or curios- should we not be offering incentives to bring back local businesses to our town centres?
One such incentive could be an app which directs the digital tax paid by online operators, directly to rewards redeemable in genuinely local, quality-approved enterprises.
CPA, as a uccessful specialist in rates reductions, has consistently championed the high street, and is convinced that innovation alone can save our local shops, and restore footfall once generated by corporate chains.

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1) If you want to do something, even if it is very tiny, to show how much you despise the loony left and their "boycott Israeli products" mantra, then go here and register for updates on how to mitigate the Israel-hatred emitting from the Left by buying Israeli products.
2) Minnesota turning into Somalia .... mind you, this vid is from 2007... so, you can well imagine how much more intense the situation must have become by now.
3) Rex Murphy's in NP talks about the Left's unreasonable take on Palin's hunting trip where she shot a caribou.
4) Korean war is coming. More weapons will be tested... that's one of the main reason why these modern wars are fought anyway. It's just a matter of displaying the kind of weaponry the USA or Russia or any other nation has readily available on the market. This Korean war which is now looming over the horizon should be dubbed "Korean Arms Exhibition" because that's what it will be.


Following the interview with Ma Changchun, the head of the People’s Bank of China-run Digital Currency Research Institute, a recent report indicates that residents from Beijing and Shanghai can now apply for a digital yuan wallet. According to the report, six different Chinese banks will participate in the process.
Beijing and Shanghai Residents Can Apply to Test the Digital Yuan Wallet
A recent report published by China’s Securities Times, explains that residents from China are now able to apply for the digital yuan wallet. The wallet is compatible with the People’s Bank of China’s digital currency project.
The report indicates that residents who live in Shanghai and Beijing can now apply for the wallet through six state-owned financial institutions.
The regional report also says that the banks involved with the digital wallet application procedure include the Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of Communications, Bank of China, Bank of Communications, China Construction Bank, and the Postal Savings Bank of China.
6 State-Owned Banks to Start Whitelisting Clients at Certain Branches
The central bank digital currency (CBDC) also known as “DCEP” has already started to see acceptance from various merchants in China.
Individuals can spend the digital yuan at vending machines in the Shanghai subway and the Xujiahui shopping center as well. Huijin department stores are also accepting the People’s Bank of China’s CBDC.
Internet platforms have also been experimenting with the digital yuan with platforms such as Meituan. After various tests throughout the past year, China’s central bank approved the six banks to start whitelisting clients at certain branches.
The Securities Times’ report also details that interested users can simply scan a QR code to access the application link to apply for the CBDC wallet. The guidelines also say that customers can bundle their bank card funds into the wallet too. The digital yuan wallet has a maximum payment limit of 1,000 yuan per day and customers can upgrade for higher payment tiers.
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Real estate professionals everywhere are proud to support Pride.
The real estate industry is a strong supporter of the LGBTQ community, especially in regards to the National Association of Realtors and the standards that they uphold. Recently, NAR made a big statement by rescinding their support for Dana Rohrbacher, a Californian Republican Representative who believes the Fair Housing Act shouldn’t include the LGBTQ community.
According to Elizabeth Mendenhall, the president of NAR, “Making this decision was the right thing for NAR to do; the association’s member Code of Ethics is far ahead of Congress on gender identity and sexual orientation discrimination. We certainly hope that Congress will follow the lead set at our recent legislative meetings and support the elimination of housing discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.”
In fact, the Fair Housing Act is part of the reason that such great strides within the real estate industry have been happening. The Fair Housing Act states that it “protects people from discrimination when they are renting, buying, or securing financing for any housing. The prohibitions specifically cover discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability and the presence of children.”
While the original act was created in 1968 after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., only four classes were covered within it, including race, color, national origin, and religion. In 1974, sex was added to that list, followed by disability and familial status in 1988. This list has been constantly growing and progressing, which is necessary for a growing and progressing society such as ours. As real estate professionals, we are happy to be a part of such an open-minded industry that supports people of all types, and we are excited to see the strides that this industry will make in the future.

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June 14 (Reuters) - The following corporate finance-related stories were reported by media on Friday:
* Top management at Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena is pressing to increase the ceiling on a possible rights issue to 2 billion euros ($2.66 billion) from 1 billion euros, two sources familiar with the situation told Reuters.
* British financial services firm Resolution Group and private equity firms TPG Capital and J.C. Flowers are bidding for Allstate Corp’s Lincoln Benefit Life subsidiary, according to two people familiar with the situation.
* Luxury hotel owner Strategic Hotels and Resorts Inc has hired investment bank Eastdil Secured to explore a possible sale of the real estate investment trust, two sources familiar with the matter said this week.
* French bank Societe Generale is in talks to buy out rival Credit Agricole’s 50-percent stake in their jointly owned brokerage Newedge, several sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
* Russian hypermarket chain Lenta, part-owned by U.S. private equity firm TPG and Russia’s VTB Capital , has selected banks for a possible initial public offering next year, two sources familiar with the situation said.
* Goldman Sachs Group Inc has quietly offered some top clients a tool that allows them to plug into its trading system and buy or sell large blocks of stock electronically.
* Malaysian energy and water company Ranhill Energy and Resources Bhd is expected to launch its initial public offering on June 28 that will target raising 1 billion ringgit ($319.23 million), two sources said.

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What can I say about the DUY fall/winter 2013 collection? It was beautiful. It had everything a girl needs; fur, leather, beautiful gowns, ugh I loved it! I wanted every piece that came down that runway, it was wonderful 🙂
Here are some of my favourite pieces!
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Carsten and Kellan have fun in the kitchen making their very own slime.
Summer has arrived, and that means kids need things to do. My boys are thoroughly enjoying summertime, and so am I. I don't miss the hurried schedule of the school year and my hectic commute. Instead we are able to relax and make our own schedule each day.
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Fall is the ideal time to cook up a batch of chili for a tailgate or
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the test with the help of my 5-year-old son, Carsten. He loves to help
me bake while standing on his stepstool, and this was his first time
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them and didn’t drop a single one.
On a recent neighborhood walk with my two sons, we passed by a couple of
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My family and I love to attend cultural festivals. We love the sights
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There’s nothing that tastes better than pairing a grilled burger, brat
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Enchilada casserole always hits the spot. It’s cheesy and spicy and
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Cheryl and Tweed have very busy monster hunting lives. Zombies, vampires, and mummies are the stock in trade for these young heroines.
This first part in the series is aptly called How To Curse In Hieroglyphics (and when you get to the section where this title makes sense you will giggle) and very quickly gets us up to speed on the who and the what of Cheryl and Tweed. These “twin” preteen girls live and party and work in the small town of Wiggins Cross, where they babysit ankle biters and help their grandfather with his Starlight Paradise Drive-In movie theatre. The specialty of this particular entertainment venue is good old fashioned, non CGI, firmly grade B horror movies, which the “twins” are totally enthralled with.
The tale of tension of the “twins” who are not “twins” but are really “twins” (or something like that) is rolled out before us early on in How To Curse In Hieroglyphics, and very neatly sets up future plot ideas for sequels. We also have the introduction of Cheryl and Tweed’s target of fun and games, a nice young fellow named Artie who is occasionally an unearthly creature, maybe. Also, a slightly older boy named Yeager whose family history is entwined with the “twins”, takes on the mantle of the sanest person in the room whenever he is with Cheryl and Tweed.
Into this slightly controlled insanity comes Dudley’s World-O-Wonders, a third rate carnival which sets up shop directly across from the “twins” beloved Drive-In. Feeling the vile evil of the carnivals very existence, Cheryl and Tweed set out to prove something is up with Dudley’s not so do right venture. Cue spooky music, scary creatures from time immortal, and the perils of a thrown baseball, all to start a rollicking hair raising adventure for the quartet of quirkiness.
Livingston and Llyr propel this story forward at lightspeed, packing more action, dialogue and exposition into each page than most books, young reader or not. In fact, sometimes they seem to be channeling the best tactics of Michael Chabon, all in order to make the lives and world of Cheryl and Tweed feel more vivid. Also, to help create the mood and give genre fans a thrill, the writers fill the story with genre references from obvious to obscure to just plain made up, and lovingly populate every part of this journey with them.
Some of the geeky part of this mission are illustrated by special sections interspersed throughout How To Cure In Hieroglyphics by artist Steven Burley. These parts, where the “twins” and occasionally their cohorts act out variations of movie adventures, are storyboarded cartoon versions of whatever Cheryl and Tweed are kinda sorta dering-doing.
The popping adventure feel, the zipping by references and in jokes, and the lurking danger of the “twins” mysterious backstory, add to the appeal of making this story into an animated feature of some sort. Hopefully Hollywood is noticing the goings on at Wiggins Cross.
If you are a young reader, you will love this fun book. If you are an adult reader, you will love this fun book. If you are a genre reader, you will love this book. And if you are a small furry creature from Alpha Centauri reader, you will love this book. But first ya gotta find a translation to Alpha Centaurion.
…is currently resting from reading and enjoying Christmas with Googliebear.


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Another consipiracy theory brought to you by the Rev.
Pat Robertson is not unfamiliar with controversy; however he now takes on African-Americans and Planned Parenthood. He claims that many groups that fund Planned Parenthood are doing so to support the eradication of poor black folk by abortion and birth control. He goes on to state that specific corporations want to benefit from this cause they “don’t want a whole lot of unemployed young black people. They want to cut down on the incidence of black birth. And they’re paying great sums of money to organizations like Planned Parenthood to bring that about.”
Now the fact that Pat has said this should not be surprising to anyone, but I’m curious if it had been anyone else saying this, say someone with at least an ounce of credibility, how would the public react? That’s what’s amazing about conspiracy theories and foreshadowing of doom. The theory is unimportant really. What really matters is the person delivering the message.
Remember is was in 1997 that Oliver North warned the public of a mostly unknown Osama Bin Laden claiming that the man was soon going to directly attack the United States. He was mostly ignored.
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Afternoon teas near Horton-in-Ribblesdale?
Looking for a café in Horton-in-Ribblesdale serving afternoon tea? Escape the bustle of the village – Middle Studfold Farm tearoom is just 1 mile from Horton village centre and offers a quiet, peaceful retreat with fabulous views of this part of Ribblesdale. We’ve plenty of parking and you can pre-book a table.
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We want to support the health of the nation enabling people to live longer, happier and healthier lives. As a not-for-profit charitable leisure trust, supporting individuals and communities to be more active and healthier is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in ‘health at all ages’; we want the local communities we serve to have fun, feel welcome, included and empowered to live healthy lives.
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In marketing terminology, a channel refers to a way of making a product available to distribute to the end consumers a marketing channel helps by getting the right products to the right consumer. Milk-marketing channel dairy farmers of america, the nation’s largest milk marketing cooperative, has formed dairy marketing services, a marketing agency in common with the us dairy industry involves more than consumers and dairy farmers dairy cooperatives assemble and market their member’s milk the nation’s dominant dairy. Pursuant to a congressional request, gao reviewed aspects of milk marketing and pricing in the united states, focusing on the: (1) entities that handle the fluid market from the time it leaves the farm to the time it is sold to the consumer, including regional variations (2) bureau of labor statistics' price indexes at farm, processor, and retail levels of milk, processed dairy products, and. The sale of dairy products – such as raw or unpasteurized milk – is a form of direct farm marketing which raises various legal and regulatory questions depending on the state in which you are located.
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China dairy industry’s challenges and opportunities 30/01/2015 online channel has played a critical role and now import milk accounts for two-thirds of the milk sales in this channel import milk is seen to offer superior value as the average price is much lower than the premium milk challenge of marketing environment changes. The livestock sector contributed 59% to the gdp in 2005, the dairy industry accounting for over 30% of the livestock sector milk imports are around 2 – 3% of the total consumption while cost of imports of dairy products amounted to 77 million us$ in 2009 26 marketing and product placement overview 261 marketing channels overview. These channels have great influence on marketing costs such as transport, commission charges, etc and market margins received by the intermediaries such as trader, commission agent, wholesaler and retailer. In the so-called consumer marketing channels, the marketing channel system usually includes the following operators: producer/manufacturer, wholesaler, intermediary, and retailer. Dairy co-operatives and milk marketing in india: constraints and opportunities a schematic diagram of milk marketing channels in india is presented in figure 1 wholesalers, retailers, and producers themselves on the other hand, the organized dairy industry, which accounts for about 20 percent of total milk production, comprises two.
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Develop and execute marketing plans for the dairy channel product categories and platform services to achieve objectives, drive demand, and grow sales manage the product life cycle, adoption of products through channels, product promotion and. The australia’s dairy industry is australia’s third largest rural industry, ranking behind wheat and beef, and has a gross value of $4 billion australia produces a range of dairy products including milk, milk powder, yoghurt, butter and cheese. Cadbury’s dairy milk executive summary when cadbury dairy milk chocolate was first introduced in the early 1900s it made an immediate impact quickly becoming the market leader the success story has continued. Poor roads have a big impediment to milk production and marketing - provide adequate and organized milk marketing channels - the question of extension staff mobility should be urgently addressed.
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A Message from our President
During these uncertain times, our interdependence has become all the more evident. President Darren Walker shares his reflections on the crisis and sheds light on how philanthropy is offering hope and long-term solutions. Read more.
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The work of the individuals and organizations we support matters now more than ever. We are working closely with them during this challenging time to understand their needs and provide them with the required support and flexibility to navigate the evolving situation. Read more.
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The economic realities brought on by COVID-19 have threatened the survival of the organizations building the systems central to an equitable recovery. In response, we issued a $1-billion social bond—the first ever by a foundation—to double our impact and help nonprofits confront the virus’s sweeping effects.
In partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies, we brought together more than 1,300 donors to raise more than $110 million to support New York’s arts and cultural organizations and nonprofit social service providers during the pandemic. To date, 768 organizations have received support.
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Travelling in the North-East in the summer of 2006
Guwahati >> Eaglenest >> Tawang >> Nameri >> Kaziranga >> Shillong >> Cherrapunjee
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We left Eaglenest after a week in it’s beautiful wilderness. We hired a Tata Sumo which picked us up around 6am.
I knew the distance to Tawang, but in the Himalayas, knowing the distance doesn’t mean you can tell how long it takes to get there. We drove and drove and drove and Tawang still remained far off. But unlike many other journeys I have made, and unlike my usual resentment to journeys, I loved this one.
We stopped at Bomdila first to shop for some clothes for the higher region. Our next stop was a leisure stroll at the beautiful town of Dirang. We continued to move upwards from here and stopped somewhere on the way for lunch. An hour of drive after lunch, I realized that I had left my jacket at the restaurant during lunch. And it turned out, the lady of the restaurant had kept it aside for me and gave it to me when we were on our way back!
The Sela Pass at 13,700 feet
The ascent continued from here and kept climbing higher and higher for a long distance. There was little habitation after Dirang except for a few patches of military establishments. Later in the afternoon, we were at Sela pass at a good height of 13,700 feet. Sela pass has beautiful views all around it. Vast and steep Himalayan valleys on both sides of the pass are great to look at. The pass was also the point where we first encountered snow.
The lake at Sela Pass
We had a surprise waiting for us at the other side of the pass – a small lake with some snow around it. A few Ruddy Shelducks(a kind of duck) were floating in the lake. I was told later by someone in Tawang that they saw a huge pile of them on the lake the previous day. I wished to stop by and walk down to the lake, but it was getting late and we had to keep moving.


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|Issue Date:||2007||Citation:||Kim, H.-W.,Kwahk, K.-Y. (2007). Comparing the usage behavior and the continuance intention of mobile internet services. 8th World Congress on the Management of e-Business, WCMeB 2007 - Conference Proceedings. ScholarBank@NUS Repository. https://doi.org/10.1109/WCMEB.2007.98||Abstract:||While behavioral researches in IS literature have largely employed intention-based models to predict usage behavior, few research have tried to explore the difference between intention and behavior. This study attempts to fill in this gap by proposing a comprehensive theoretical framework and comparing antecedents' prediction of intention and usage behavior in the same framework. The theoretical framework incorporates rational factors such as cognitive, affective, judgmental components as well as an automatic factor like habit into the research model. Based on the same framework, usage behavior and continuance intention model are developed and compared in the context of mobile Internet services. Through comparison of two models, the comprehensive framework is proposed to be more suitable in predicting usage behavior than continuance intention. By identifying the different influences of determinants which drive usage behavior and continuance intention, the results of this study have thus helped advance IS theory and offered insights for mobile Internet services practitioners. © 2007 IEEE.||Source Title:||8th World Congress on the Management of e-Business, WCMeB 2007 - Conference Proceedings||URI:||http://scholarbank.nus.edu.sg/handle/10635/42710||ISBN:||0769528201||DOI:||10.1109/WCMEB.2007.98|
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President Trump took to Twitter on Tuesday morning to report some good news concerning the commercial aviation industry. Namely, that there wasn’t a single commercial aviation-related death in 2017.
Trump’s announcement, however, has come under scrutiny from the media and Twitter users alike — but not because it makes a dubious claim. Rather, he’s being criticized by those who felt he took credit for the statistic.
“Since taking office I have been very strict on Commercial Aviation,” wrote Trump in the tweet, which he posted at 9:13 a.m. “Good news — it was just reported that there were Zero deaths in 2017, the best and safest year on record!”
The report to which Trump was likely referring was conducted by the Aviation Safety Network (ASN), a Dutch affiliate of the non-profit Flight Safety Foundation, The Wall Street Journal said. According to their statistics, not only were there no airline passenger fatalities recorded among U.S.-based carriers, but anywhere in the world. As a result, the ASN ultimately declared 2017 “the safest year in aviation history.”
Despite the good news, the ASN did report on 10 fatal airline accidents that occurred in 2017, but the Wall Street Journal explained that half of those involved cargo planes and the other half propeller-powered aircraft.
Trump’s tweet, then, is factually accurate, though critics argue that it isn’t due to any of his “strict” policies. The Atlantic, for example, argued that the statistic detailed in the report refers to the global fatalities, and that the U.S. hasn’t seen a commercial aviation fatality since 2009, or long before he took office.
John Cox, an airline consultant who spoke with the Wall Street Journal, also stated that the numbers were “the culmination of decades of work by thousands of people” and did not attribute them to any one person, although he was not specifically commenting on the president’s tweet.
Additionally, some of Trump’s critics on Twitter were appalled by the presumption they believed the president was making in his tweet.
The ASN reports that the last fatal jet airliner accident occurred on Nov. 28, 2016, when a LaMia flight from Bolivia to Colombia crashed after suffering an electrical failure.
The accident claimed the lives of 71 passengers and crew, including the majority of the Brazilian Chapecoense soccer team, who had been traveling to a match in Medellín.

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Ah, Labradors. Those adorable pups bring so much joy to our lives! But have you ever stopped to wonder where they came from? How did these furry friends end up in our living rooms?
Well, if you’re curious about the origin of labradors, this is the article for you! We’ll unravel the mystery of their heritage and trace their roots. So please grab a cup of coffee, and let’s get started on this journey into Labrador history!
Labrador Retrievers are among the most popular dog breeds in the world, but did you know they weren’t always around? That’s right; these adorable pooches have a surprisingly exciting history.
It all began in Newfoundland and Labrador (hence their name), where fishermen used them to help retrieve fish from nets and other tasks. They were also known for being excellent swimmers, making them perfect for this work.
These dogs were then taken to England by English fishermen who had visited Canada and fell in love with the breed’s intelligence and loyalty. It was here that they became even more popular as companion animals due to their friendly nature towards humans.
The popularity of Labradors continued to grow throughout Europe until, eventually, it spread across the entire continent – making them one of the most beloved breeds today!
They are now used as service animals, therapy dogs, search-and-rescue teams, hunting companions the list goes on!
So next time you see your furry friend running around your house or playing fetch at the park, remember – it all started way back when these pups first arrived on our shores centuries ago!
Labradors: From Labrador to Your Living Room?
Labradors are one of the most beloved breeds of dogs in the world. Labradors were originally bred as working dogs in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada! But did you know that they were only sometimes so popular?
The breed was first developed by fishermen who needed a strong dog with an excellent sense of smell to help them locate fish. This is why Labradors have such powerful noses today – they were bred for their ability to sniff out fish!
But as time passed, people started realizing just how intelligent and loyal these dogs could be. They soon became popular family pets worldwide – from Labrador to your living room!
Today’s Labradors are still incredibly smart and obedient but also known for being gentle and loving companions. So if you’re looking for a furry friend who will always have your back (and nose!), look no further than a Labrador retriever – it might just be love at first sight!
The Origin of Labradors: A Mystery Unravelled
Ah, the Labrador Retriever. A beloved breed of dog that has been a part of our lives for centuries. But where did they come from? It’s a mystery that has baffled canine experts for years, but now we may finally have an answer!
The first documented mention of Labradors dates back to 1814 in Newfoundland, Canada. The name ‘Labrador’ was derived from the Portuguese word ‘lavradores,’ which means ‘labourers.’ This suggests that fishermen and other labourers in this region used these dogs as working dogs.
However, some believe Labradors originated much further south – in Portugal itself! According to this theory, these loyal canines were brought over by Portuguese explorers who settled in Newfoundland during the 16th century.
Whatever their origin story may be, one thing is sure: Labradors are here to stay! They’ve become an integral part of our lives and continue bringing joy and companionship into homes worldwide every day – making them one-of-a-kind pups!
Where Did These Adorable Pups Come From?
Where did these adorable pups come from? Well, the answer may surprise you! Labrador retrievers are descended from a breed of Newfoundland dogs that were brought to England in the early 1800s.
These dogs were used as working canines and quickly became popular with fishermen and hunters alike. They eventually made their way across the pond to America, where they continued to be bred for their intelligence, loyalty, and trainability. Today’s Labradors are still prized for these traits – making them one of the most beloved dog breeds!
Tracing the Roots of Our Furry Friends
It’s no secret that Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popular dog breeds in the world. But have you ever wondered where they came from? Tracing the roots of our furry friends is more complicated than you might think!
The truth is, Labradors were likely bred from various types of dogs. Some experts believe they originated in Newfoundland and were developed by fishermen to help them haul nets and catch fish. Others suggest that their ancestors may have come from Portugal or Spain, while others still point to England as their origin.
No matter where Labradors originally hailed from, one thing is certain: these loyal companions have been beloved for centuries! From helping with hunting and fishing to providing comfort and companionship, Labs is a fantastic breed with an incredible history.
So next time you’re playing fetch with your pup or snuggling up on the couch together – take a moment to appreciate all those generations who helped make your four-legged friend possible!

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Strange problems with displacement map!?
Hey guys, im creating my first organic model character, basemesh (retopology)and unwrapping made in Max.
Importing to zbrush for sculpting and high poly displacement works fine as well...
When i create my displacement, normal etc maps via zbrushs plugin "multi map exporter" i get some actually good looking displacement maps.
The catastrophy occurs when i reimport my basemesh to max and try to apply the displacement map (im using vray and tried both the vray displacement modifier and/or the map channels in vray materials) i also tried to follow everything i found in the internet (changing settings in max, adjusting the units etc.)
--> See what happens in screenshot below(first is the basemesh and the second after rendering with displacement)
I also tried the same workflow with a basic cube created in zbrush and its working perfectly with all the displacement, bumpmaps etc. (i have a low poly model of the cube in max and after applying all the maps and after rendering it has all the deformations sculpted in zbrush)
I have really no more ideas and hope that someone can give me any advice on that :-(
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Effective fire detection and suppression is now top of the agenda for turbine manufacturers and wind farm operators, as they become acutely aware of the financial implications, safety issues and environmental impact of fire-damaged or destroyed turbines.
With Governments across the globe becoming ever more aware of the environmental benefits of wind-generated power, the number of wind farms and the financial investment in constructing, erecting and maintaining wind turbines is increasing exponentially.
Such a high level of investment, coupled with the increased dependence on wind power, has led turbine manufacturers and operators to become acutely aware of the financial implications, safety issues and environmental impact of fire-damaged or destroyed turbines. Indeed, fire safety has become such an issue that the USA’s NFPA [National Fire Protection Association], Germany’s VdS [Vertrauen durch Sicherheit] and Germanischer Lloyd have developed recommendations or codes of practice in the protection of wind turbines.
The NFPA added wind turbine and out -building fire protection standards to NFPA 850 [Recommended Practice for Fire Protection for Electric Generating Plants and High Voltage Direct Current Converter Stations, 2010 Edition]. This document provides fire protection recommendations for the safety of construction and operating personnel, physical integrity of plant components and the continuity of plant operations. The revised 2010 edition includes detailed recommendations relating to wind turbine generating facilities.
VdS 3523en [Wind turbines, Fire protection guideline] has also been used as the basis for the CFPA E [Confederation of Fire Protection Associations in Europe] Guideline No 21.2010 F, which addresses the same topic. VdS is a highly-regarded, independent, international, third-party accreditation and certification body for fire prevention and safety technology. Germanischer Lloyd, which specialises in classifications for the maritime and energy industries, has developed Renewables Certification Guidelines [GL Wind Technical Note Certification of Fire Protection Systems for Wind Turbines and the newest Revision will be released early 2015].
Turbine fire risk
The almost inevitable consequence of these industry initiativeshas been that a number of detection and suppression systems have been put forward as suitable solutions. While many are effective for what might be regarded as “conventional” applications, they may not be suitable for the particular fire challenges found in wind turbines.
The majority of turbine fires are started by a lightning strike, brought about by their exposed and often high-altitude location and the height of the structure; turbines are now being built that are up to 350 feet [100 meters] high. Mechanical failure or electrical malfunction are the second leading cause of fire in wind turbines. Capacitors, transformers, generators, electrical controls and transmission equipment, all have the potential to catch fire, as do SCADA [Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition] systems. There is also the risk of fire due to loose or broken electrical connections or the overloading of electrical circuits.
Unique fire protection challenge
What are the special challenges that an effective fire detection and suppression system for a wind turbine has to overcome?
The core issue is, of course, remoteness. This is particularly the case with off-shore wind farms, but even on-shore farms are routinely in difficult to access or isolated locations. The essential characteristics of an effective wind turbine fire detection and suppression system are that it should:
Deliver around-the-clock reliability and 24/7 unsupervised protection
Ensure an absence of false alarms
Contend with vibration, dust, debris and airflow through the nacelle
Contend with extreme temperature variations
Stop a fire precisely where it breaks out and before it takes hold
Require no external power
The options that are often considered can be generally categorised as:
Air sampling detection
Compressed-air foam suppression
Fusible link detection and suppression
Total flooding CO2 [carbon dioxide] suppression
Total flooding clean agent suppression
Linear pneumatic detection and suppression
Air sampling aims to offer early detection by collecting minute smoke particulates in the early stage of fire, but they do require a power source and control panel, which means that the system will fail if the external power or battery backup fails. These systems are also expensive, in part because they only detect a fire, and so need to be integrated with a suppression system.
The major drawback to air sampling in wind turbines though is the ever-present risk of false alarms. These can be caused by tiny particles of dust and debris and atmospheric pollution that are propelled around the nacelle due to the turbine housing having a number of openings to allow air to circulate to reduce the internal temperature. While false alarms are the bane of any system owner’s life, a false alarm in a wind turbine inevitably involves extensive travel and possibly the hiring of expensive specialist access equipment.
Water mist suppression systems convert water into a fine atomised mist, but they too have limitations when used to protect wind turbines.
Due to the turbine’s remote location and the distance from the ground to the nacelle, water mist systems are often impractical, plus they call for considerable space to be devoted to water storage, which increases the weight in the nacelle. These systems are also a costly part-solution to the problem, as they need to be linked to a detection system.
Water mist systems are total flooding solutions, which increase the potential for damage to electrical components and possible corrosion. Also, because in some locations the temperature can fall below freezing point, antifreeze has to be added to the water, and antifreeze is a combustible liquid that is itself a corrosive substance.
Compressed air foam systems work on the principle that compressed air is injected into a foam solution to achieve a quicker fire knockdown when compared with conventional foam systems. While they need less water than conventional systems, the storage, weight and freeze-protection problems are similar to those of water mist systems. In addition, these systems require considerable extra space for the operating components. After discharge, clean-up can be extensive and, like water mist systems, the cost is increased by the need for a separate detection system.
Fusible link systems do however combine detection and suppression into one package and work on the basis that heat from a fire will rupture a fusible link – the detection element – that in turn will initiate the discharge of the suppressant. The challenge with these systems is that airflow in the nacelle can seriously impair performance and reliability because heat and flame that typically rise from the source of a fire may be propelled away from the location of the fusible link, critically delaying activation.
Total flooding gaseous systems
Whether using CO2 or the latest clean gaseous agents, traditional total flooding suppression systems are designed to fill the entire space being protected with suppressant.
CO2, while an established suppression agent, is not without its drawbacks. It is unsuitable for total flooding applications in potentially occupied enclosures, as its discharge in fire extinguishing concentrations would be lethal to occupants. = Flooded areas must be adequately ventilated after discharge to prevent accidental exposure of personnel to dangerous levels of CO2 when investigating the cause of a discharge.
However, these challenges do not exist with clean agents, such as 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid. The suppressant is stored as a low-vapour-pressure fluid that, when discharged, vaporises into a colorless and odorless gas. Typical total flooding applications use a concentration of the fluid that is well below the agent’s saturation or condensation level and its low design concentration means that less space has to be devoted to cylinder storage. Novec 1230 has a negligible impact on the environment, with insignificant global warming potential, zero ozone depletion and an atmospheric lifetime of between just five days. Once discharged, it leaves nothing behind to damage sensitive electronic equipment.
Traditional total flooding systems are not without any downsides. Vibration can loosen connections, while dirt, dust and temperature extremes are known to cause unwarranted discharge. Additionally, openings in the turbine housing significantly inhibit achieving the designated agent concentration. Devising a solution to overcome these challenges can add significantly to the weight in the turbine.
Integrated detection and suppression
The major drawbacks of traditional total flooding suppression systems, and the shortcomings of other technologies put forward for the protection of wind turbines, are overcome in the FIRETRACE® linear pneumatic system that provides both fire detection and suppression in a single package.
It is a self-contained system that, significantly, requires neither electricity nor external power; a solution that is activated automatically around-the-clock without the need for manual activation or monitoring, and requires virtually no maintenance. It is an intrinsically safe solution, as it does not contain any components that produce sparks or which can hold enough energy to produce a spark of sufficient energy to cause an ignition.
FIRETRACE comprises a cylinder that, for wind turbine applications contains 3M Novec 1230, that is attached to a purpose-designed proprietary linear pneumatic Firetrace detection tube. This leak-resistant polymer tubing is a heat and flame detector that is designed to deliver fire suppression agent to the source of the fire. It is routed throughout an electrical cabinet or other areas of the turbine including transformer, brake, or hydraulic unit. When the tubing is exposed to heat and radiant energy from a fire, it ruptures and instantly directs the suppression to the source of the fire via the tubing or strategically placed discharge nozzles.
A key factor in its success – there are over 250,000 FIRETRACE systems installed around the world – is the system’s reliability. The fact is that the only thing that will rupture the tube is heat or flame from a fire, so there is no prospect of false alarms; yet, if a fire breaks out, the response is unerringly immediate and accurately targeted. It is the only UL [Underwriters Laboratories] listed, FM [Factory Mutual] approved and CE [Conformité Européene or European Conformity] marked tube-operated system in the world that is tested as an automatic fire detection and suppression system.


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STOCKHOLM, Jan. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Hedin Group, one of the largest privately-owned automotive retailers in Europe, expands to Switzerland though the acquisition of SeeAll Group. In addition, Hedin confirms it has entered in exclusive negotiation with BMW Switzerland to further acquire the BMW-owned branch Zürich-Dielsdorf (Niederlassung).
SeeAll Group's two dealerships, Allmend Garage and Seeblick Garage, are Hedin's first in Switzerland, adding to the existing relationship with BMW in Norway and Sweden. The Swiss dealerships had a turnover of around 100 million Swiss franc in 2019. The acquisition expands Hedin's total representation to 123 dealerships across four countries.
Upon closing, SeeAll will become part of a wholly owned, newly established Swiss subsidiary of Anders Hedin Invest AB, folded into the Scandinavian BMW division, Hedin Automotive in Norway. Through the I.A. Hedin Bil AB subsidiary, Bavaria, Hedin Group is the largest dealer of BMW and MINI in Scandinavia. The Bavaria brand stands for quality and lives up to its vision of being surprisingly different and noticeably better.
"We are pleased to expand our dealership footprint to Switzerland and to increase our long-standing, strong partnership with BMW," said Stig Saeveland, chief executive officer of Hedin Automotive Norway.
Key Strategic Decision to Ensure Future Success
"The expansion to Switzerland is an important milestone in our company history. SeeAll reinforces our position in Europe, leveraging on our existing alliance with BMW to accelerate our international development in a fast-changing industry. Automotive retail is becoming increasingly competitive and is undergoing considerable technological and market driven changes. With this highly strategic acquisition we strengthen our position for the future," said Anders Hedin, Owner & CEO of Hedin Group.
"I am extremely proud of my team and what we have accomplished together. SeeAll is a sound company with great people. The time was ripe for our business to grow further to ensure our success in many years to come. We will continue our BMW operation in Zürich with a clear customer focus, but backed by the strength and support of an international automotive group," said Ruedi Wöll, Owner & CEO of SeeAll Group.
"We want to welcome Hedin to Switzerland. As a significant partner for BMW in Scandinavia, Hedin, with its strong customer centric culture, has a proven ability and desire to take BMW in Zürich to the next level. The acquisition is fully in line with our dealership strategy," said Paul de Courtois, President & CEO BMW Group Switzerland.
Should the acquisition of BMW Niederlassung-Zürich-Dielsdorf be successful, the dealership will become a part of the Swiss Hedin Automotive subsidiary.
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