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Hi! I'm Jackie, a professional, published songwriter with a catalog equating to 12.5 million+ streams. My music has been included in editorial playlists such as Spotify's New Music and Creamy and Apple Music's Breaking Pop and A-List Pop. Recent Collabs include Sabrina Claudio, Eric Nam, Dinah Jane (Fifth Harmony), Hey Violet, and Loren Gray.
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Chile's opposition on Wednesday moved to impeach the country's president, Sebastián Piñera, for the controversial sale of a mining company through a firm owned by his children, which appeared in the Pandora Papers leaks.
Piñera used "his office for personal business," said congressman Tomas Hirsch when presenting the accusation in the lower house of Congress, the first step in the impeachment process that could last for several weeks.
The move comes after the Chilean public prosecutor's office opened an investigation on October 8 into the claims surrounding the sale in 2010, during Piñera's first term in office, of the Dominga mining company.
That investigation was prompted by the Pandora Papers leaks, a vast trove of reports on the hidden wealth of world leaders researched by the International Consortium of Journalists (ICIJ).
One of the richest men in Chile, Piñera has denied the claims and said that he was absolved of the charges in a 2017 investigation.
When the new investigation was opened last week, the conservative leader said he had "full confidence that the courts, as they have already done, will confirm there were no irregularities and also my total innocence."
Now Chile's Chamber of Deputies, controlled by the opposition, will have to decide whether to approve or reject the indictment, a vote that will take place the first week of November, congressional sources explained to AFP.
If it receives the green light, the case would pass to the Senate, which would have to act as a jury to seal Piñera's fate.
It is the second impeachment case brought against the right-wing billionaire after an unsuccessful attempt to remove him from office in 2019 over the at-times brutal crackdown of anti-inequality protesters.
The decision is expected to be made before Chileans head to the polls on November 21 to elect Piñera's successor and a new congress.
His second term, which began in March 2018, ends March 11, 2022.
The government accused the opposition of bringing "an accusation without legal basis" for political gain.
"It is the dirtiest [trick] of the electoral campaign," said Jaime Bellolio, the government's communications minister.
'Bribery and tax crimes'
The Pandora Papers linked Piñera to the sale of Dominga through a company owned by his children, to businessman Carlos Delano – a close friend of the president – for US$152 million.
The papers said a large part of the operation was carried out in the British Virgin Islands.
In addition, it said a controversial clause was included that made the last payment of the business conditional on "not establishing an area of environmental protection in the area of operations of the mining company, as demanded by environmental groups."
That decision falls within the remit of the Chilean president.
According to the investigation, the Piñera government at the time decided not to protect the area around the mine.
Chile's public prosecutor said last week the investigation was opened following the Pandora Papers leaks because of the possibility that the deal involved "bribery, eventual tax crimes." If found guilty, the president could be jailed for up to five years.
Despite Piñera's insistence he has been cleared of wrongdoing, the public prosecutor claimed last week that the Dominga mine was not actually "expressly included" in the case that was shelved in 2017.
Piñera insists that he knew nothing of the deal, because during his first presidency from 2010 to 2014, he said he put the administration of his assets in blind trusts.
"As president of Chile I have never, never carried out any action nor management related to Dominga Mining," Piñera said last week.
Dominga owns two open-air mines in the Atacama desert, 500 kilometres (310 miles) north of Santiago, that are yet to be exploited.
A mining project to do so was approved by a regional court but has yet to be ratified in the Supreme Court due to appeals.
The project included the construction of a cargo port close to an archipelago that is home to a national park reserve where protected species live, including 80 percent of the world's population of Humboldt penguins.
by Francisco Jara, AFP

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Callie sorts through her relationship with several boys while working on the set design for her middle school’s production of Moon Over Mississippi.
Having read Raina Telgemeier’s earlier graphic novel, Smile, I was eager to purchase Drama for our library.
We picked up Smile from the Scholastic Book Fair and our students raved about it. So when it came time to select books for our Battle of the Books competition this year, we thought this graphic novel would make a great choice.
We were shocked to discover its predominant theme: homosexuality as an acceptable lifestyle. Very significantly, the author chose to include twin brothers who were gay. When I told the Bible and Psychology teacher at Webster Christian School about the book, he said that the gay community is frustrated by the fact that studies of twins do not indicate a genetic predisposition to homosexuality.
Needless to say, we did not include the book in our collection. While we believe that people trapped in the bondage of homosexuality deserve our prayers, counsel, love and help to break free, we do recognize it as a sin that God judges (Romans 1:18-32).

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December 19, 2019
Frisco — Medical City Frisco has taken a leap into the future with the installation of a new surgical system for spine and cranial procedures. This system virtually replaces intraoperative radiation devices providing the surgical team with a fast, accurate and radiation-free tool for the placement of spinal implants and removal of cranial tumors, while enhancing patient safety in both.
“Medical City Frisco has always been proactive in ensuring that we have the right tools to protect our patients and enhance patient care, which is why we invested in this new surgical system,” said Carlton Ulmer, CEO of Medical City Frisco. “This system is important to us and underscores our commitment to patient care and the communities we serve.”
The new surgical system is the first and only Machine-Vision Image Guided Surgery (MvIGS) platform. The underlying technology is similar to what is used in the latest self-driving automobiles which use sophisticated camera technology linked to a computer to intelligently identify pathways, vehicles, etc. to safely navigate their route. For the first-time spine surgeons can use a similar intelligent design to identify critical anatomy and guide their tools to the optimal pathway. Unlike time-consuming conventional image guided surgery (IGS) systems that depend on intraoperative radiation, this new MvIGS platform can achieve an incredibly fast surgical workflow for spine and cranial procedures using only visible light, reducing operative time for patients.
Medical City Frisco will conduct a highly visual media demonstration of the system from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 19, 2019 in the first floor lobby. Physicians will be available for interviews.


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Fortlake AR is a big body of water and looks like a hand with fingers of water into the land, long bridges are connecting one place to another without making the lake look less attractive.
The C.G we stayed is one of 3 C.O.E C.G on the lake with electrical hook ups ,is a very well situated and almost every site has a view of the lake,each site has water&electric,concrete pad,table and enough space from one another.
This is the view from our rear window….
There is a beach in the C.G and a lunching area for the ones that had a boat towed with them.
It was a long drive,so we took it easy,had dinner and set up a fire before hitting the sack.

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I finally put the finishing touches on the coffee cozy kit that has been in progress for months now. The kit includes patterns for a bird, owl, and peacock, a felted wool sweater piece, felt scraps, a pin, embroidery floss, and detailed instructions. It is very basic so it would be perfect for anyone just learning to sew.
Now that I have the kinks worked out I should be able to crank out more with different patterns. I also have plans for a few other kits and supplies, but more on that later.
The kit is now in my Etsy shop if anyone is interested.

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Rainbow Row at Night Face Shield
These face shields are made from 100% Polyester Moisture Wick Fabric. Black lined and heavy-duty, yet breathable. They can be worn in multiple ways, wash easily, and last.
A great alternative for face masks as you can also use them to protect from wind and dust when cycling, skiing, or hiking. You can also use it as a headband, and a few other ideas. Just be creative!
Based on the original artwork: Rainbow Row at Night by Fer Caggiano
Not designed to protect you from COVID-19 but it will reduce the risks of spreading viruses.


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BLOOD AND SOIL
In the past seven days I've taught my last class of the year at Harvard, I've (nearly) marked my final paper and - nomad that I am - I've kicked the Massachusetts earth from my feet and started my travels.
First stop was the velvet-green hills of Hay-on-Wye. Last year, thanks to torrential rain, the literary festival was more like Glastonbury for bookworms than the Woodstock of the mind (as Bill Clinton famously called it). This year the Welsh soil was baked dry. Hay without wellies is heaven.
It was also a pleasure to discuss the 90th anniversary of the Versailles treaty with the Marxist historian Eric Hobsbawm, who, at 92, is two years older than the treaty and has stood the…


Controversial figures who still found success
There are many paths to success: Some people find it by maintaining popular views, saying and doing things that are sure to please the masses. They shy away from controversy and work hard to stay out of situations that might threaten their likability. Often, these are the same folks who have high popularity ratings and more conventional personality types, attracting lots of devoted, similar-minded fans. The strategy works—there's certainly no shortage of famous, well-liked figures who've achieved extraordinary success.
Others, however, take a less conventional route. These folks are typically independent by nature, marching to the beat of their own drum and not spending time worrying about what others think. They're not afraid to say what's on their mind, sometimes admittedly to their detriment. Often, these are the types of people who no one feels neutral about—they're either loved or hated. They face criticism, but by staying true to themselves, they also connect with fans in a way that others often can't.
It's difficult to define what makes someone controversial, but it usually involves something about them, whether words, deeds, or actions that have divided public opinion. Sometimes they were involved in scandals that made them unpopular for a certain amount of time and then they rebounded. Other times, they've led controversial lives from the beginning.
One key distinction, though, is that truly controversial people have supporters, too—a mix of fans and foes, while those who only have detractors are simply disliked.
To honor the people who've managed to achieve that balance and find success despite the considerable controversy, Stacker put together a list of celebrities who've become successful despite the scandals.
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The Facebook mogul has been controversial since he first launched his social media site at Harvard, where some accused him of being cutthroat and using the website to enhance his romantic prospects. Mark Zuckerberg was called out for questionable privacy boundaries long before the Cambridge Analytica data scandal, and others have lambasted him for purposefully introducing addictive technology to the world.
Mega-celebrity Johnny Depp has courted controversy since he first rose to fame in the 1990s, making headlines for his rock 'n' roll behavior. Depp's more well-known scandalous moments include him getting arrested for trashing a hotel room, suing his former managers, and paying $3 million to shoot Hunter S. Thompson's ashes out of a cannon. However, he remained successful throughout most of his career, pulling in more than $650 million for his movies. It wasn't until domestic abuse allegations surfaced in 2016 that the negative spotlight prompted a downward spiral for both his career and his finances.
U.S. Olympic soccer champion Megan Rapinoe was controversial even before President Donald Trump began tweeting about her. With signature platinum hair and an outspoken, independent attitude, she first made waves in 2012 when she came out as gay and again in 2016 when she kneeled during the national anthem. Most recently, she received flack for dying her hair pink before the World Cup and refusing to sing along during the anthem (though she remained standing this time). However, she went on to win the championship and is currently one of the hottest names in sports.
Criticized early on for being “famous for no reason” and often accused of being vapid, tawdry, and attention-seeking, Kim Kardashian's entire career seems to have been built on controversy. Besides her provocative dress and social media presence some have called narcissistic, Kardashian was involved in numerous scandals, including promoting appetite-suppressing lollipops, dressing as the Virgin Mary, and allegedly darkening her face for an ad (which some accused of resembling blackface). Though millions love her, many of her detractors are passionate enough to suggest that she staged her robbery at gunpoint in Paris.
The man who invented the alternating current (of AC/DC fame) led a life full of controversy and detractors, ranging from people who thought he was a crazy dreamer to others who played down his contributions. His famous feud with Thomas Edison has divided scientists even today into "Team Tesla" and "Team Edison" camps. Still, in addition to the alternating current, he's credited with inventing X-rays, wireless transmission, and the induction motor, among other things.
As the first African American president of the United States, Barack Obama was a controversial figure whose detractors often highlighted the racial divide in America. His campaigns were marked by debates about his birth certificate and controversies over things like his pastor, Jeremiah Wright. His policies as president were also often controversial with things like the health care overhaul (aka “Obamacare”), the Great Recession bailout, and his policies toward Afghanistan. However, he still managed to get elected twice and maintained an average approval rating of 47.9.
Irreverent comedian Amy Schumer has never shied away from controversy and dark humor, beginning with her first off-Broadway play, which was a comedy about breast cancer. Over the years, she's received criticism for numerous comedy bits as well as comments she's made personally, ranging from sex to body image to Donald Trump. "I like tackling the stuff nobody else talks about," she told the St. Louis-Post Dispatch. "Like the darkest, most serious thing about yourself. I talk about life and sex and personal stories and stuff everybody can relate to, and some can't."
Hollywood hunk Tom Cruise has been controversial for many things during his long career, including his past relationship with the much younger Katie Holmes (a romance that prompted him to jump up and down on Oprah's couch). But the most famous and consistently controversial subject is his involvement with the Church of Scientology, which has prompted opinion pieces, news specials, online gossip, and even full-length documentaries.
Boxing legend Muhammad Ali wasn't only famous for being the heavyweight champion of the world. In 1967, he refused military induction during the Vietnam War, prompting a widespread backlash from Americans and others who felt he was neglecting his patriotic duty. Ali cited religious beliefs, but he fined and sentenced to five years in jail, though he did not serve time.
Rather than running from controversy, rapper Cardi B seems to thrive on it. Before launching her rap career, she was a controversial figure on VH1's “Love & Hip Hop: New York,” the reality TV show that put her in the spotlight. As a former stripper with a fiery personality, she had a host of detractors. She went on to achieve enormous success, becoming the first solo female artist to win a Grammy for Best Rap Album and bringing in an estimated net worth of more than $8 million.2018 All rights reserved.


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Pearl Harbor Tours departing Maui
For visitors staying in Maui, there are daily Pearl Harbor tours departing Kahului and Kapalua Airports to the island of Oahu, where Pearl Harbor is located. Visiting Pearl Harbor is a must for any Maui travel.
Pearl Harbor Tours and Tickets available departing Maui Hotels:
Pearl Harbor offers four historical sites and you can book your tours and tickets to visit one or all four historical sites in one day.
You can now enjoy the best of both world’s, stay on Maui and experience Oahu in the same trip.
Wanting to spend your vacation in a luxury condo on Maui, but still want to see the sights of Oahu? Well, now you can with our one day getaways.
Pearl Harbor Passport
The Pearl Harbor Passport is another way for you to experience all the historical sites and it includes the official Arizona Memorial Audio Tour, and admission to all the other historical sites.
Please keep in mind that the passport does not include airfare, transportation and the ticket for the Arizona Memorial Program ( Movies and Navy Boat to the Memorial). If you want the convenience of having the Arizona Memorial tickets , airfare and transportation you have too book one of the tours above.
You can choose the Pearl Harbor Passport depending on the number of historical sites you might wan to visit.

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text: I’m selling a Modular Mustang Racing Long Block 4.6L bored over to a 4.75L stroker engine. This is a 2valve setup intended for a mustang gt. This engine is similar to the 03 and 04 SVT Cobra’s, only better. It’s built by one of the top drag teams in the USA, can handle 750hp, and is still street/strip capable. It has Trick Flow heads, and MMR stage 3 supercharger cams, put together with upgraded sprockets, guides, and chains. It has an upgraded hardware kit installed which includes ARP headstuds, and ARP camshaft sprocket retaining bolts. It’s brand new and still attached to its original crate. MMR recommends a rear upgrade to accept the stage 3 supercharger cam. However, you don’t need a supercharger to run this engine. It still needs a few components to be turn key, but it’s a great start. I have over $9,200 invested. I’m asking $7,500.


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According to police, the vehicle belongs to a private company and the victims were tortured to death. The bodies have been shifted to Jinnah hospital. The slain persons were brutally tortured prior to death.
Three persons were killed in shooting incident near Jhat Pat market in Chakiwara No. 2 area of Lyari. The victims were identified as Shakoor and two sons Abid and Zahid.
Another unidentified body was recovered near old truck stand in Mauri Pur. A 40-year-old Salim man was shot dead outside Karachi University.
Unknown gunmen opened fire on a taxi near a shrine in Metroville, killing a person identified as Yasir. Two persons were killed in the firing by unknown persons at North Nazimabad 5C4. The bodies were shifted to Abbasi Shaheed hospital.
On the other hand, a guard was killed while resisting a robbery at a bank situated at Khalid Bin Waleed Road while two robbers were also killed during an encounter with police.
As per details, three armed robbers tried to loot a private bank at Khalid Bin Waleed Road but the guard resisted their attempt. Over retaliation, the dacoits opened fire on the guard that killed him on the spot.
However, police chased the culprits and during exchange of fire, two robbers were killed near Soldier Bazaar.
The third culprit fled from the scene and police is currently searching for him while the area has been cordoned off.
Meanwhile, the police and Rangers continuing the targeted search operation in different areas of the metropolis, as many as 159 accused were arrested while arms and drugs were also recovered on Monday.
According to the Sindh Rangers spokesman, Rangers conducted raids in 13 different places and apprehended more than 150 accused while arms and drugs were also seized.
Areas where the Rangers conducted raids included Federal B Area, Rangarpara, Ali Barohi Goth, Lines Area, Disco Bakery, Zia Colony, Haryana Colony, Godra, Musa Colony, Quaidabad, Tariq bin Zyad Society, Zia-ul-Haq Colony and North Nazimabad. The sources said that the arrested accused were involved in several incidents of crimes.
On the other hand, West Zone police arrested 58 culprits during the last 24 hours out of which 26 are the absconders and proclaimed offenders. Drugs and weapons were also seized from their possession.
East Zone police also conducted raids and apprehended 55 accused including three extortionists, seven proclaimed offenders, 22 fugitives and three suspects during the last 24 hours. Arms, motorcycle, liquor, drugs and stolen electric wires were recovered from their possession.
South Zone police, during the last 24 hours, arrested 21 persons including 11 fugitives while ammunition, drugs and liquor were also seized from their possession.
Rangers on Monday conducted raid at the house of Ozair Baloch in Lyari and arrested eight people, Geo News reported.
The paramilitary force conducted search operation in various areas of Lyari. The Rangers also raided at the house of Lyari gangster Ozair Baloch in Sangoline area and arrested people.


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In GOP Campaign, Private Equity Firms Draw Flak
Was Mitt Romney a job-creating turnaround artist? Or was he, as some on the campaign trail have said, a "vulture capitalist"? That question has become a top issue in the Republican presidential primaries.
In the 1980s, Romney ran a private equity firm called Bain Capital. It's an industry where it's hard to avoid getting your hands dirty.
Here's what private equity firms like Bain Capital do: First, they go out and find a few large investors — usually pension funds, university endowments and possibly wealthy individuals. Then, says Ohio State professor Steven Davidoff, they take that money, borrow a lot more and buy companies — usually companies that are in trouble or undervalued.
"They buy them in hopes that they can increase the value of the companies and sell them at a fantastic profit," Davidoff says.
Romney made a fortune doing just that. He also provided big returns for his investors. The problem is, in an effort to make companies more valuable, he also shut down factories and cost people jobs. That led one of his opponents, Texas Gov. Rick Perry, to suggest Romney was a "vulture capitalist."
"There's a real difference between venture capitalism and vulture capitalism," he said. "Venture capitalism, we like. Vulture capitalism, no."
Another candidate, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich, characterized what Romney did at Bain Capital similarly.
"Those of us who believe that in fact the whole goal of investment is entrepreneurship and job creation, would find it pretty hard to justify rich people figuring out clever legal ways to loot a company, leaving behind 1,700 families without a job," Gingrich said.
Steven N. Kaplan, an expert on the private equity industry, says that's "ridiculous."
"Looting a company and destroying a company does not create value," says Kaplan, also a professor at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. "At the end of the day, in order to make money, you have to sell the company to somebody, and if the company ... has been looted and is unproductive, nobody is going to buy it."
The public relations problem for private equity capitalists at firms like Bain, KKR and Blackstone is that they're the agents of the creative destruction part of capitalism. They aim to take over underperforming firms and operate them more efficiently. Davidoff, who worked on merger and acquisition deals as a lawyer before becoming a professor at Ohio State, says there's no doubt that in that process people can get hurt.
"Sometimes operating them efficiently means that employees lose their jobs, plants are closed down and companies are restructured," he says.
Still, there's no doubt that private equity firms create value. Kaplan says research shows that from 1993 through 2008, money invested in private equity firms produced much higher returns than money invested in the stock market. That also benefited many typical Americans through the public and private pension funds that are big investors in the industry.
As for job gains or losses, Kaplan says the direct effect in companies taken over by private equity firms is pretty much a wash.
"Employment ... grows. It maybe grows a tad less than in other companies, and what you concluded from that is that the companies have become more productive," he says.
More productive firms need fewer workers for the same output. Of course, if the underperforming firms had not been taken over, might they have lost lots of jobs because they went out of business?
Davidoff says a more valid criticism of private equity firms is that their managers make use of a lucrative loophole to cut their tax bill.
"The barons of private equity are probably paying a lower tax rate than their secretaries, in terms of percentages," he says.
That's because they structure their compensation in a legal — but controversial — way, so they pay the capital gains rate of 15 percent, instead of the top rate on ordinary income of 35 percent. That has saved private equity managers billions in tax payments.
Copyright 2021 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.

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Filipina women joyful as Congress passes long-awaited family planning legislation to President Aquino for signoff
Within minutes of the announcement that the Philippines' landmark reproductive health bill had been ratified, jubilant messages began flooding the Twitter feed of Pia Cayetano, one of the senators who pushed through the final version of the legislation by a margin of 11 votes to five.
"Thanks for empowering women like me," wrote @KristineTweeMae, "by pursuing what can benefit many." "What a momentous day!" exclaimed @JennyCarvajal, offering "congratulations ... to all Filipina". "Will #rhlaw protect women ... in post-abortion state?" asked @rexsorza. "Will they be taken care of instead of left bleeding?" "Yes!" was Cayetano's emphatic answer.
After the successful culmination of a decade-long struggle to give Filipina women the freedom to make informed family planning choices, this week's outpouring of joy was understandable.[view whole blog post ]


Inclusive Agency Design
74 Administrative Law Review __ (2022, Forthcoming)
48 Pages Posted: 27 Oct 2021 Last revised: 31 Jan 2022
Date Written: October 27, 2021
For many people who interact with federal agencies in matters like housing, employment, health, education, benefits, and consumer issues, the federal apparatus is not well-designed. This widens the justice gap and undermines the mission and stated goals of these agencies. Design thinking from the access to justice movement can be used to address both structural and procedural access gaps in the administration of justice by federal agencies.
This article introduces an access to justice framework—an emphasis on essential elements of access to justice that have emerged as crucial in work done with communities and advocates to change state courts to narrow the justice gap--as guidance for the reform of federal administrative agencies. This article develops three types of problems for agencies that can be remedied through intentional access to justice design: a disconnect between the agency mission and its current functions; a breakdown between the agency and the people who are affected by agency action; and a deterioration of trust among those affected by agency action that is born from incomplete information. Then, drawing from a variety of federal laws and regulations, including some newly proposed, this article examines how these essential elements of access to justice are already being used or referenced in federal administrative agency design and where such elements can be fully embraced to establish a more inclusive and accessible administrative state.
Framing reforms in this way--for consideration and use by numerous entities, including the agencies themselves and their stakeholders--offers a roadmap for policy-makers and advocates to achieve a necessary administrative agency overhaul. This approach offers an essential opportunity to design and build agencies that are more inclusive, and thus more likely to realize agencies’ goals, improve people's justice system outcomes, and increase the overall legitimacy of law and government in the lives of the people.
Keywords: access to justice, administrative law
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In this paper, a lateral capacitive MEMS accelerometer for low-g applications was designed and fabricated. The accelerometer is chosen to be based on an area-changed detection scheme. Area-changed accelerometers can provide alternatives in designing high sensitivity and low mechanical noise floor sensors as it is capable of providing a large proof mass. Based on the calculation of sensitivity and basic resonance frequency, three kinds of accelerometers were designed and optimized. Bulk silicon is chosen as the proof mass material and a three-mask micromachining technology was adopted to fabricate the active structures of the accelerometer. Deep RIE and wafer bonding techniques are utilized as it offers solutions in fabricating the thick proof mass and high aspect ratio sensing element structures with small sensing gaps to achieve high sensitivity and low noise performance.

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Residential commencements in the Australian building industry are expected to fall sharply over the next two years, driven mostly by weakening domestic and foreign investor demand. According to leading building market analyst and economic forecaster, BIS Oxford Economics, this decline will be the sharpest since the 2008 Global Financial Crisis.
In their latest report ‘Building in Australia 2018-2033’, BIS Oxford Economics observes that the 2019/20 trough in commencements will still be higher than any year prior to 2015/16; however, downside risks including high land costs, slowing migration, and falling investor demand could spark a deeper correction.
In terms of numbers, the real value of national building commencements rose an estimated five per cent in 2017/18 to A$118.5 billion (in constant 2015/16 prices), up 35 per cent in real terms since the last trough in 2011/12. However, building commencements are forecast to fall a cumulative 10 per cent over the next two years, led by a 23 per cent correction in residential starts.
Adrian Hart, associate director of Construction, Maintenance and Mining at BIS Oxford Economics comments that the building sector is switching from being a strong growth driver to a drag on the economy. The residential building sector, particularly the investor-driven apartments segment, is set to fall 50 per cent; the very mild drop in residential commencements noticed in 2017/18 is just the beginning, he said.
Attributing the residential building downturn to falling investor demand and rising supply, which is also driving down house prices, Hart said the attractiveness of housing as an investment asset is taking a hit.
While the tepid interest from investors has opened up opportunities for first home buyers and upgraders/downsizers, the strong growth in land prices is likely to constrain house commencements.
Rising land cost in Sydney and Melbourne in recent years has priced many people out of the market for new houses, says Hart. This will be a disincentive for new house building and pull prospective buyers towards the established dwelling market.
Key highlights of the report:
- States and territories that saw the greatest increases in recent years are forecast to see the greatest corrections in total dwelling starts, particularly the eastern states of New South Wales (-26 percent over the next two years), Victoria (-29 percent) and Queensland (-15 percent), as well as the ACT (-27 percent).
- Despite the severity of the decline in the eastern states, national dwelling starts will remain at levels greater than any year prior to 2014 driven by sustained population growth and improving economic conditions.
- Value of non-residential building commencements will rise a further five per cent over the next two years, following a cumulative increase of 51 percent over the past three years – due to reasonable economic conditions and a low interest rate environment.
- New South Wales and Victoria are driving much of the boom in non-residential building, mainly office building (+100 percent over the past two years), and major prison and defence projects, other social and institutional building (+57 percent in 2017/18).
- Activity in office and other social and institutional building commencements should remain at a relatively high level for the next few years, while other sectors such as health, transport building, entertainment and recreation, retail and accommodation are forecast to see higher levels of commencements over 2018/19 and 2019/20.
- Non-residential building activity is expected to remain high until 2021/22, as economic conditions remain solid and a series of large scale transport infrastructure projects across the nation helps generate flow on investment.
- Steep fall in dwelling commencements over the next two years will outweigh the marginal increases in non-residential building activity, driving the total value of building starts down a cumulative 10 per cent.
With residential building activity set for a sharp decline along with its multiplier impacts on industries such as construction, manufacturing and retail, the Australian economy needs other investment drivers to support growth and employment. Hart says non-residential building and engineering construction projects offer such opportunities in the coming years.
According to Hart, while governments are now more alert to the challenges than in the past, more could be done to coordinate investment in built assets and to avoid boom-bust cycles. Rising non-residential building activity will help offset the fall in residential work. While much of the sharp increase in non-residential building commencements in recent years has been driven by the private sector, he adds that government-sponsored projects across health, education, prisons, defence and entertainment are now coming to the fore.
However, Hart cautions that it is important not to repeat the mistakes of the past – in particular, pushing a large cycle of publicly-funded works in already-heated local markets, which strain capacity, capability and ultimately value for money. Rather, governments should look for ways to smoothen the cycle while also satisfying long term growth and service provision objectives, he concluded.


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The NU Club of Chicago took on a serious topic last February, as former U.S. Sen. George McGovern (G49, 53, H67) spoke to the group on his five-point plan for ending world hunger. McGovern is now U.S. representative to the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization in Rome. The event, jointly sponsored with the Chicago Council on Foreign Relations, attracted more than 100 guests.
Club members are reminded that the organization has an evening in the Governor's Suite at Arlington Racetrack scheduled for July 15. Also planned is an outing to see the Kane County Cougars baseball team in mid-summer.
Reminiscing and romance drew a big crowd to the NU Club of Sun Cities (Ariz.) luncheon and dance in February at Jim Henry's in Surprise, Ariz. The club incorporated Northwestern's Sesquicentennial into its Valentine's Day event, featuring four local alumni representing four score years of Northwestern history.
Edward Dapples (WCAS28, G34) shared his memories of campus life in the 1920s; Mary Carol Steiner (Mu45) offered her perspective from the war years; Bettie Ladd (G63) from the 1960s; and Laurie Allen (SCS91, G98) headed into the new millennium.
Paul (McC61) and Pat (Mu60) Densford, president and secretary, respectively, of the Sun Cities club, have been getting good reviews of Northwestern's Sesquicentennial video, Moments in Time, during special viewings they've been holding at their home.
Looking ahead, club members are already gearing up for another successful Wildcat football season. With the NU Club of Phoenix, they are organizing a trip to Las Vegas to watch the Wildcats battle the UNLV Rebels on Friday, Sept. 7, in the opening game of the 2001 season.
Snowbirds making their second homes in the Palm Springs, Calif., area have been keeping their Northwestern connections strong through the NU Club of Coachella Valley. More than 50 members and guests turned out in January to hear local television producer and director Roland Perez of KMIR-TV in Palm Springs at the Desert Willow Country Club.
Featured speaker at the club's February dinner at the Indian Wells Country Club was University archivist Patrick Quinn, who fascinated the group with amusing anecdotes and Sesqui-stories in recognition of the University's 150th anniversary. In March a big band concert featuring Susan Anton, the Mills Brothers and the Crewcuts attracted 60 pop music lovers to the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert.
Club co-president Jodie Miller (Mu58) reports the club is focusing its efforts on building the Cherub Scholarship Fund.
Nearly 40 members of the NU Club of New York City/ Young Alumni held a karaoke night at Bar Nine in midtown Manhattan in January. Kirk Hoffman (S98) wowed the crowd with his renditions of Frank Sinatra and Neil Diamond tunes.
In same spirit, the NU Club of Washington, D.C., toured the Shenandoah Brewing Co. in Alexandria, Va., in February. Under the direction of professional brewmasters, members got an inside look at the brewing process and put their knowledge to work, creating five cases of their own honey porter special ale.
A month earlier nearly 50 members of the club visited the Phillips Collection, America's oldest museum of modern art, near Washington's Dupont Circle. They received a guided tour of the exhibit "Degas to Matisse: Impressionist and Modern Masterworks from the Detroit Institute of Arts."


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Early studies reported high success rates; in one study in 1925, 60% of patients became seizure-free, and another 35% of patients had a 50% reduction in seizure frequency. These studies generally examined a cohort of patients recently treated by the physician (a retrospective study) and selected patients who had successfully maintained the dietary restrictions. However, these studies are difficult to compare to modern trials. One reason is that these older trials suffered from selection bias, as they excluded patients who were unable to start or maintain the diet and thereby selected from patients who would generate better results. In an attempt to control for this bias, modern study design prefers a prospective cohort (the patients in the study are chosen before therapy begins) in which the results are presented for all patients regardless of whether they started or completed the treatment (known as intent-to-treat analysis).
Zero Belly Diet test panelist Bryan Wilson, a 29-year-old accountant, lost 19 pounds and an astounding 6 inches from his waist in just six weeks on the program, and he attributes his success to the Zero Belly shake recipes. “I love the shakes. I added them to my diet, and almost immediately I lost the bloat,” Bryan said. “I’m a sweet craver, and the shakes were an awesome alternative to bowls and bowls of ice cream I would have had.” Protein shakes are great ways to get a monster dose of belly-busting nutrition into a delicious, simple snack. But most commercial protein shakes are filled with unpronounceable chemicals that can upset our gut health and cause inflammation and bloat. And the high doses of whey used to boost protein levels can amplify the belly-bloating effect. The Zero Belly solution: Try vegan protein, which will give you the same fat-burning, hunger-squelching, muscle-building benefits, without the bloat.
Another difference between older and newer studies is that the type of patients treated with the ketogenic diet has changed over time. When first developed and used, the ketogenic diet was not a treatment of last resort; in contrast, the children in modern studies have already tried and failed a number of anticonvulsant drugs, so may be assumed to have more difficult-to-treat epilepsy. Early and modern studies also differ because the treatment protocol has changed. In older protocols, the diet was initiated with a prolonged fast, designed to lose 5–10% body weight, and heavily restricted the calorie intake. Concerns over child health and growth led to a relaxation of the diet's restrictions. Fluid restriction was once a feature of the diet, but this led to increased risk of constipation and kidney stones, and is no longer considered beneficial.
In the 1960s, medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) were found to produce more ketone bodies per unit of energy than normal dietary fats (which are mostly long-chain triglycerides). MCTs are more efficiently absorbed and are rapidly transported to the liver via the hepatic portal system rather than the lymphatic system. The severe carbohydrate restrictions of the classic ketogenic diet made it difficult for parents to produce palatable meals that their children would tolerate. In 1971, Peter Huttenlocher devised a ketogenic diet where about 60% of the calories came from the MCT oil, and this allowed more protein and up to three times as much carbohydrate as the classic ketogenic diet. The oil was mixed with at least twice its volume of skimmed milk, chilled, and sipped during the meal or incorporated into food. He tested it on 12 children and adolescents with intractable seizures. Most children improved in both seizure control and alertness, results that were similar to the classic ketogenic diet. Gastrointestinal upset was a problem, which led one patient to abandon the diet, but meals were easier to prepare and better accepted by the children. The MCT diet replaced the classic ketogenic diet in many hospitals, though some devised diets that were a combination of the two.
The ketogenic diet is calculated by a dietitian for each child. Age, weight, activity levels, culture, and food preferences all affect the meal plan. First, the energy requirements are set at 80–90% of the recommended daily amounts (RDA) for the child's age (the high-fat diet requires less energy to process than a typical high-carbohydrate diet). Highly active children or those with muscle spasticity require more food energy than this; immobile children require less. The ketogenic ratio of the diet compares the weight of fat to the combined weight of carbohydrate and protein. This is typically 4:1, but children who are younger than 18 months, older than 12 years, or who are obese may be started on a 3:1 ratio. Fat is energy-rich, with 9 kcal/g (38 kJ/g) compared to 4 kcal/g (17 kJ/g) for carbohydrate or protein, so portions on the ketogenic diet are smaller than normal. The quantity of fat in the diet can be calculated from the overall energy requirements and the chosen ketogenic ratio. Next, the protein levels are set to allow for growth and body maintenance, and are around 1 g protein for each kg of body weight. Lastly, the amount of carbohydrate is set according to what allowance is left while maintaining the chosen ratio. Any carbohydrate in medications or supplements must be subtracted from this allowance. The total daily amount of fat, protein, and carbohydrate is then evenly divided across the meals.
In nutrition, diet is the sum of food consumed by a person or other organism. The word diet often implies the use of specific intake of nutrition for health or weight-management reasons (with the two often being related). Although humans are omnivores, each culture and each person holds some food preferences or some food taboos. This may be due to personal tastes or ethical reasons. Individual dietary choices may be more or less healthy.
The other thing that worked out in my favor was that it felt dang good. Granted, the first couple of hangry days were no fun, but on the other side of that, my energy levels skyrocketed, eating became an experience to be enjoyed rather than just food to be wolfed down, and everything seemed to have more flavor. Did strawberries always taste so sweet?
So that's what I did. I crossed off the majority of my work to-dos in the morning while drinking a ton—water, black coffee, bulletproof coffee, green tea. At around 11 AM my stomach siren would go off, but knowing that noon yoga or a hike wasn't far off pushed me through. By the time I got home from yoga (1:30ish), the hunger had mainlined so I could eat my first meal, usually Greek yogurt with berries and slivered almonds, without ravenously wolfing it down. The rest of the day was easy: I usually ate dinner and maybe a sweet snack and that's it. Within a couple of days this became my new normal, the hangry switch turned off, and Mark was right: All that mental energy previously devoted to food—food prep, food planning, food consuming, food cleanup—seemed to flow elsewhere for improved focus.
The ketone bodies are possibly anticonvulsant; in animal models, acetoacetate and acetone protect against seizures. The ketogenic diet results in adaptive changes to brain energy metabolism that increase the energy reserves; ketone bodies are a more efficient fuel than glucose, and the number of mitochondria is increased. This may help the neurons to remain stable in the face of increased energy demand during a seizure, and may confer a neuroprotective effect.
A computer program such as KetoCalculator may be used to help generate recipes. The meals often have four components: heavy whipping cream, a protein-rich food (typically meat), a fruit or vegetable and a fat such as butter, vegetable oil, or mayonnaise. Only low-carbohydrate fruits and vegetables are allowed, which excludes bananas, potatoes, peas, and corn. Suitable fruits are divided into two groups based on the amount of carbohydrate they contain, and vegetables are similarly divided into two groups. Foods within each of these four groups may be freely substituted to allow for variation without needing to recalculate portion sizes. For example, cooked broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and green beans are all equivalent. Fresh, canned, or frozen foods are equivalent, but raw and cooked vegetables differ, and processed foods are an additional complication. Parents are required to be precise when measuring food quantities on an electronic scale accurate to 1 g. The child must eat the whole meal and cannot have extra portions; any snacks must be incorporated into the meal plan. A small amount of MCT oil may be used to help with constipation or to increase ketosis.
When you commit to a diet like, say, Weight Watchers or Whole30, you've got points to add, forbidden foods to avoid, and a checklist of dos and don'ts that can make your head explode. Intermittent fasting rules are ridiculously simple, no guidebook or cookbook required, and you don't have to be the dud at the dinner table. Wine, chocolate, and dessert are fair game!
^ Jump up to: a b c Harris, L; Hamilton, S; Azevedo, LB; Olajide, J; De Brún, C; Waller, G; Whittaker, V; Sharp, T; Lean, M; Hankey, C; Ells, L (February 2018). "Intermittent fasting interventions for treatment of overweight and obesity in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis". JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports. 16 (2): 507–547. doi:10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-003248. PMID 29419624.
The Johns Hopkins Hospital protocol for initiating the ketogenic diet has been widely adopted. It involves a consultation with the patient and their caregivers and, later, a short hospital admission. Because of the risk of complications during ketogenic diet initiation, most centres begin the diet under close medical supervision in the hospital.
A short-lived increase in seizure frequency may occur during illness or if ketone levels fluctuate. The diet may be modified if seizure frequency remains high, or the child is losing weight. Loss of seizure-control may come from unexpected sources. Even "sugar-free" food can contain carbohydrates such as maltodextrin, sorbitol, starch, and fructose. The sorbitol content of suntan lotion and other skincare products may be high enough for some to be absorbed through the skin and thus negate ketosis.
Also, if you eat a big dinner the night before, I think you’ll be surprised by how much energy you have in the morning. Most of the worries or concerns that people have about intermittent fasting are due to the fact that they have had it pounded into them by companies that they need to eat breakfast or they need to eat every three hours and so on. The science doesn’t support it and neither do my personal experiences.
Well, most notably, it’s a great way to get lean without going on a crazy diet or cutting your calories down to nothing. In fact, most of the time you'll try to keep your calories the same when you start intermittent fasting. (Most people eat bigger meals during a shorter time frame.) Additionally, intermittent fasting is a good way to keep muscle mass on while getting lean.

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Last week we covered the writer’s voice theme. This weekend, we will take a little break and just have some average and normal writing prompts (whatever those are).
I did like the theme aspect, though. With the standard Thursday blog and Friday newsletter also covering the subject, it was great fun to include something all week long.
I will do more themes in the future, but for now, let’s just have a little bit of fun.
Write a story about the following image:
One thing I love about doing image-based stories like this is the variety of stories that can come from it.
The picture is obviously a road that leads somewhere, but different writers will see different things.
For example, one of you may write about where the road leads, as if you are coming up on it for the first time. Another one of you may be looking back at the road you just traveled and want to tell a tale about what happened back then.
Some of you may see an ominous glow in an enclosed forest road, and others may see a beautiful sunrise coming up on a hill side.
What you see initially gives you the idea of the story you want to write.
So do that. Look at the picture and decide what it means to you, personally. What emotions does it stir? What are your feelings and senses telling you?
When you figure that part out, you can then use your skill of words to convey those feelings and senses to the reader.
In this case, I am your reader. So put your best effort in then post your story in the comment section so I can feel what you see.


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Everyone has their very own doctor, whom they are comfortable with, and they prefer going to that doctor for every health issue. Now, if you’re moving, it becomes difficult to part with your doctor and find a new one because you aren’t sure if you’ll find the same good doctor in your new place. Although you could always keep in touch with your doctor through the call if you ever want to get a second opinion, it wouldn’t be the same as meeting them in person.
A doctor likes your very own personal medical service and someone you can rely on because that person knows how your body functions and gives you the proper medication. There are a few ways to find the right doctor for you when you move.
You’re looking for a new doctor; you want to make sure they are good and that you are comfortable with them. You don’t want to move and find a doctor only to switch again in a few months. There are some things you should take into consideration before making your decision.
When you find a new doctor for yourself, you want to make sure you know what kind of physician you need. There are different types of doctors; some specialize in a certain area. You wouldn’t go to an optometrist if you had a broken bone. Make sure you know what kind of doctor you need and research the new town or city’s medical facilities to see which one offers the services of your desired physician.
You would also want to take note of the doctor’s location. If you have a job that requires long hours, you don’t want to choose a doctor that is far away from your workplace. Try finding doctors who are close to your place so that if there’s an emergency, you can always rush to the clinic. You will also want to consider the distance if you have any family members or friends that live close by.
Another thing you need to check before choosing a new doctor is your insurance. Not all doctors accept a certain type of insurance, so you would want to make sure that the doctor you’re choosing takes your insurance. You can ask the office or do a quick online search to see what type of insurance the doctor accepts. Make sure you know if the new doctor takes your insurance and their rates. After choosing them, you don’t want to find out that they charge a lot more than your previous doctor.
How easy is it to get an appointment with this new doctor? You would want to find a doctor with short waiting times and who offers convenient appointments. If you’re moving, you don’t want to add another burden of having to wait a long time to see the doctor.
Interview the doctor
Once you’ve found a few doctors that you’re interested in, it’s time for the interview process. You want to make sure the doctor is someone you can get along with and comfortable with. Ask them questions about their practice, how they deal with patients, and their medication policy. You also want to make sure the doctor is accepting new patients.
Hospital vs. independent practice
You’ll want to consider if you want a doctor who works in a hospital or an independent practice. In general, doctors who work in hospitals are more expensive than those who practice. However, those who have their practice may not have the same resources as those working in a hospital. If you’re moving to a new town or city, it’s best to ask the people around you what their experience with the doctors in the area has been. You could also visit the local hospital and ask some questions while you’re there.
Your doctor preferences
You may have preferences, like if you’d like to visit a male doctor or a female doctor. Or if you’re more comfortable with a certain type of doctor, like an older doctor or a younger doctor. You may also have religious preferences for your doctor. All these things are essential to consider when finding a new doctor.
Experience and Certification
The most important thing you want to check when finding a new doctor is their experience and certification. Ensure the doctor has been certified in the area they are practicing in. You don’t want to go to a doctor who is not qualified to help you with your medical needs.
It’s essential to have a good relationship with your doctor to help you maintain your health. A doctor with the right amount of experience and knowledge about their field will always be able to help you in your time of need. Please do your research, ask for referrals, and make sure you’re comfortable with the new doctor before switching to them.
When finding a new doctor, it is also important to consider the other members of your care team. If you have a spouse or family member who also needs a doctor, it might be helpful to find a practice that has multiple providers. That way, you can all go to the same place and have your medical history readily available. You can also ask your potential doctor about the other staff members. Do they have nurses, pharmacists, and other specialists on-site to help with your care?
When looking for a new doctor, always check their reviews. Patients are more likely to leave a review if they’ve had a bad experience with the doctor. However, you can also find reviews from happy patients. Checking the doctor’s rating on websites like Google, Healthgrades and Vitals is an excellent way to get an idea of what you’re getting yourself into.
Ways to find a primary care doctor
There are many ways to find your primary care doctor. You can search on the internet, through your insurance company, or by asking friends and family for referrals.
Recommendations from your former doctor
If you have just moved to a new town or city, you may want to contact your former doctor and ask for a referral. They will recommend someone in the area that is qualified to take care of your health needs. Relying on your former doctor for new doctor referrals is a good idea; they would know better who to go to than someone you’ve just met.
Insurance Company websites
Before you go and make an appointment with your doctor, you ought to make sure that your health care provider is completely covered by your health insurance and is accepted as in-network. The difference between an in-network and an out-network doctor is that in-network doctors are generally covered by your health insurance, whereas out-network doctors aren’t, and you would have to pay for the services on your own.
Most insurance companies have a website that allows you to search for doctors in their network. The website will also list the doctor’s qualifications, experience, and location. You can also read reviews about the doctor on the website and choose accordingly which doctor you would like to visit for your health needs.
Another place to find doctors is through your state medical society. They will have a list of all the doctors in the area who are members of their society. The society will also have information about the doctor’s specialty and experience. You can also find out if the doctor is accepting new patients.
Ask friends and neighbors
You can ask your friends and neighbors for referrals. They will be able to give you a first-hand account of their experience with the doctor and if they would recommend them to others. Your friends and family would have a good idea on which doctor is good because word spreads like “oh, he’s an amazing doctor he treated my cold” or “she’s fantastic, she fixed my back!”
Doctor rating websites
There are many doctor rating websites on the internet that you can use to help you decide which doctor to choose. These websites rate the doctor on various factors such as experience, bedside manner, punctuality, and many more. You can also read reviews about the doctor on these websites.
Once you have found a few doctors that interest you, give them a call and schedule an appointment to see them. Most doctors will offer a free consultation so you can get to know them better. Be sure to ask as many questions as possible to decide which doctor is best for you.
Medical malpractice database
If you’re looking for a doctor that doesn’t have any history of medical malpractice, you can check out their name on a medical malpractice database. The website will list any malpractice cases that the doctor has been involved in. You can also check out how much the doctor has been sued for and the verdict.
Search on U.S. News Doctor Finder
U.S. News & World Report publishes a list of the best doctors in America every year. The website has a doctor finder tool that you can use to search for doctors in your area. The database includes over 650,000 doctors and allows you to filter your results by location, specialty, and gender.
When looking for a new doctor, it is important to ask as many questions as possible to make an informed decision. You can find doctors in your area by using the internet or asking friends and family for referrals. The best way to find a good doctor is to read reviews online and see any medical malpractice cases against them. Be sure to ask the doctor questions about their specialty, experience, and rates before making an appointment.
How do I find a doctor that is accepting new patients?
You can find doctors accepting new patients by using the internet or asking friends and family for referrals.
What should I ask a doctor about before making an appointment?
It would help if you asked the doctor questions about their specialty, experience, and rates before making an appointment.
Can I get a copy of my medical records from the doctor?
Yes, most doctors will give you a copy of your medical records upon request.
Do I need to be referred by my primary care doctor to see a specialist?
You do not need to be referred by your primary care doctor to see a specialist. You can make an appointment with a specialist without a referral.
What is the best way to find good reviews about a doctor?
The best way to find good reviews about a doctor is to read reviews online. You can also check out the doctor’s rating on websites like Yelp and Healthgrades. When looking for a new doctor, it is important to ask as many questions as possible to make an informed decision. It can be difficult to know where to start, but luckily there.
Do I need to make an appointment to see the doctor?
In most cases, you will need to make an appointment to see the doctor. However, some doctors offer walk-in hours for patients who require urgent care.
Can I see the doctor’s license before making an appointment?
Yes, you can see the doctor’s license before making an appointment. Most states have a website that allows you to look up a doctor’s license information.
What is the American Medical Association (AMA)?
The American Medical Association (AMA) is a national organization representing physicians in the United States. The AMA reviews doctors to ensure that they meet the standards of quality care.
When was the last time the AMA reviewed the doctor? The doctor’s most recent review by the AMA can be found on the American Medical Association website. You can also check out how long the doctor has been a member of the AMA.
Alex Sherr is the founder of My Long Distance Movers, a blog that provides moving information and resources for people who are relocating. He has more than two decades of experience in the moving and relocation industry, and he is passionate about helping people relocate smoothly and efficiently. When he's not writing or blogging, Alex enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children.


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Pat Sajak opened up about his friend, the late Alex Trebek, and said “no one was better.”
“I know a bit about what it takes,” he added. “He was terrific. In terms of courage and grace under pressure, no one was better.” (RELATED: Alex Trebek Begins New Season Of ‘Jeopardy!’ After Completing Cancer Treatment)
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“Just on a professional level, I have been at this a long time and I really admire what he has done, and he had done so much,” Sajak continued. “When I started [Wheel of Fortune]… Alex [Trebek] had already done a half a dozen, maybe more, game shows here and in Canada.” (RELATED: Alex Trebek Announces He Was Diagnosed With Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer)
The game show host said his late friend was “always highly professional” and called him the “perfect match for his show.”
“As a fellow professional, the admiration is off the charts,” he concluded. Sajak’s co-host Vanna White also opened up about the late host of “Jeopardy!” calling him a “good friend.”
“I knew Alex for almost 40 years, and he’s just been a good friend,” White explained. “Through the years, I have gotten to know his wife and his kids and he is just part of the family.”
As previously reported, Trebek lost his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer in November. He was 80 years old.
The legendary game show host’s final episodes have been airing the first week of January with the last scheduled for Jan. 8, according to the “Today” show.

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President Obama kept his advice for Gulf residents short and sweet in a press conference today, which came complete with one line that nearly all media outlets are seizing on: "Now is not the time to tempt fate." He made that along with a few other comments at the White House, following a briefing by Janet Napolitano and FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate.
- "I encourage all residents of the Gulf Coat to listen to local officials and follow their directions, including if they tell you to evacuate. We're dealing with a big storm. Now is not the time to tempt fate, and now is not the time to dismiss official warnings. You need to take this seriously."
Obama had earlier declared a state of emergency in Louisiana. Meanwhile, Isaac gets nearer to hurricane status, per the National Hurricane Center's Twitter feed. Its latest tweet reads: "Tropical Storm # Isaac Intermediate advisory 29A issued. Reconnaissance aircraft find isaac nearly a hurricane" (Read more President Obama stories.)


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Different Kinds Of Photography There are so many reasons why people take pictures. They take pictures so they can have a remembrance. Pictures is a reminder of the past. You can take photojournalism if you want to be an expert in photography. Professional and non-professional photographers support photography. Capturing photographs can be easy as long as you know how to position your camera. Photography has its types. You will know more about the different types of photography in this article. Below are the kinds of photography: A. Photojournalism
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These were the top CHS stories this week in 2011.
- Man claims he was drugged, forced to pay for sex act at Capitol Hill men’s club
- Regent Cafe & Bakery comes to 14th/Pine
- Another reason to never spell it Capital Hill
- Adventure beneath your feet: What to watch for as Hill’s light rail tunneling begin
- Only months old, 12th Ave’s Varro owes $20k in rent, landlord’s notice says
- Big media seems pretty excited about changing Pike/Pine
- Capitol Hill’s The Chapel says it’s shutting down at the end of summer


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"There are dragons in the twins' vegetable garden," announces six-year-old Charles Wallace Murry in the opening sentence of The Wind in the Door. His older sister, Meg, doubts it. She figures he's seen something strange, but dragons--a "dollop of dragons," a "drove of dragons," even a "drive of dragons"--seem highly unlikely. As it turns out, Charles Wallace is right about the dragons--though the sea of eyes (merry eyes, wise eyes, ferocious eyes, kitten eyes, dragon eyes, opening and closing) and wings (in constant motion) is actually a benevolent cherubim (of a singularly plural sort) named Proginoskes who has come to help save Charles Wallace from a serious illness.
In her usual masterful way, Madeleine L'Engle jumps seamlessly from a child's world of liverwurst and cream cheese sandwiches to deeply sinister, cosmic battles between good and evil. Children will revel in the delectably chilling details--including hideous scenes in which a school principal named Mr. Jenkins is impersonated by the Echthroi (the evil forces that tear skies, snuff out light, and darken planets). When it becomes clear that the Echthroi are putting Charles Wallace in danger, the only logical course of action is for Meg and her dear friend Calvin O'Keefe to become small enough to go inside Charles Wallace's body--into one of his mitochondria--to see what's going wrong with his farandolae. In an illuminating flash on the interconnectedness of all things and the relativity of size, we realize that the tiniest problem can have mammoth, even intergalactic ramifications. Can this intrepid group voyage through time and space and muster all their strength of character to save Charles Wallace? It's an exhilarating, enlightening, suspenseful journey that no child should miss.
The other books of the Time quartet, continuing the adventures of the Murry family, are A Wrinkle in Time; A Swiftly Tilting Planet, which won the American Book Award; and Many Waters. (Ages 9 and older) --Karin Snelson --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
“The chief characters of A Wrinkle in Time return in a complex sci-fi / fantasy adventure that is both similar and superior . . . The action is precipitated by Charles Wallace's failing health and his difficulties in being accepted by other children now that he's started school. Meg and O'Keefe are enlisted again to fight evil, this time in the shapre of Echthroi ('Light snuffers. Planet darkeners. The dragons. The worms. Those who hate.'), which are spreading through the universe. Guided by their mysterious teacher Blajeny and accompanied by a myriad-eyed, multiwinged cherubim named Proginoskes, Meg, Calivn and Mr. Jenkins (the crusty, unimaginitive school principal with whom Meg ha shad difficulty in the past) must pass three ordeals in order to save Charles Wallace from the Echthroi. Once again it is love that enables Meg to overcome evil, and L'Engle reaches mystical ecstasy in describing Meg's apprehension of the beauty and unity of the universe. Complex concepts of space and time are handled well for youn greaders, and the author creates a suspensful, life-and-death drama that is believably of cosmic significance. Complex and rich in mystical religious insights, this is breathtaking entertainment.” ―Starred, School Library Journal
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Amazing science fiction, with enough real science to keep the adult thinking.
In this sequel to "A Wrinkle in Time", Meg journeys inside Charles Wallace to insure his health and life. CW does not get to help this time, instead, the story takes place inside his body.
I really like the way the author is able to mix enough real science into these books to keep the adult mind thinking. While the stories are entertaining enough for children, they are complicated enough for the adult. By including enough actual science, the author gives the reader room to think about the story and the plausibility.
Madeleine L'Engle does a great job introducing the concepts of mitochondria to the reader, while letting the reader decide whether or not to follow up on them. The science in these books seems to sneak up on the reader, yet is fully visible. This book remains a fun book to read, as an adult.
I think both children and adults will enjoy reading this story. I will be reading the next book in the great series.

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PHELAN — The Serrano High School yearbook will look a little different this school year, as the senior quotes typically printed alongside each graduate’s picture will be cut from the yearbooks and a paid alternative will be introduced, district officials said.
The quotes, sometimes inspirational or funny, have been a high school yearbook tradition for years; but due to rising yearbook costs, the yearbook staff has voted to downsize that section and instead offer paid senior quote pages published toward the back of the yearbook.
“Yearbook staff have reorganized the yearbook as an attempt to cut costs,” Snowline Joint Unified School District Superintendent Luke Ontiveros said. “The publisher gave us a consideration of (paid) quote pages.”
The new format will instead include a list of achievements next to senior photos, lauding Serrano club memberships and sports participation, including club or activity participation outside of school.
“We just sent out a sheet for kids to fill out to list their achievements,” Ontiveros said.
Socorro Cisneros, a Serrano mom, told the Daily Press that she thinks the decision to list achievements and club participation instead of the quotes is unfair, stating that the decision discriminates against some families who may face barriers in participating in after-school activities due to economic status, social comfort level, disabilities or special needs.
“This decision singles out students with special needs who need extra help to access regular curriculum, making sports or club activities out of their realm,” Cisneros said.
Myrna Vasquez, another Serrano parent, also balks at the yearbook changes, saying that he daughter is shy and has acute anxiety in social settings.
“My child is a good student, but she is not very social and now she thinks that she is not as important to the school because she didn’t participate in activities,” Vasquez said, adding that her daughter participates in a church youth group. “She feels that she accomplished nothing, but she has.”
But Serrano Principal Dan Andrus stressed that activities recognized by the yearbook are not strictly limited to school clubs or teams.
“We are not trying to create uneven comparison (between students); that’s not the intent,” Andrus said. “Anything that you take part in outside of high school like 4-H club, Boy Scouts, even things like High Desert Motocross. As long as it’s a recognized club, we’ve extended that out so all students can have their high school achievements reflected in the yearbook.”
Cisneros also complained that the yearbook’s staff decision was made without feedback from the community or the student body at large.
“There have been parents out here who could donate to students who need extra funds to help cut down costs instead of removing the quotes, but don’t take away something that is special to the students,” Cisneros said.
Vasquez added that some students have been planning quotes for years, changing or adding to it yearly, like a growth chart.
“My daughter had her quote since the sixth grade and was heartbroken that the layout has changed,” Vasquez said.
Andrus also told the Daily Press that the yearbook’s staff decision change the layout was based on more than just cost.
“The decision to remove the quotes comes from two things," Andrus said. "First it takes hours to sort through quotes and some are inappropriate. Having quotes takes up space and costs money. Every year the yearbook costs more to produce and that drives the cost up. It's actually cutting down the costs to move it to the last page.”
Another factor is that the yearbook staff plans to enter the book in a national competition, the American Scholastic Press Association contest. The New York-based contest reviews submitted yearbooks from schools all over the nation and hands out awards annually to the best yearbooks across the country.
Andrus said that in the judging process, the ASPA awards points when achievements are listed next to senior photos instead of quotes.
Andrus said he stands behind the decision because he encourages all students, no matter what their financial or social status, to somehow get involved in anything that’s positive in the community.
“Our message to students is to get involved," Andrus said. "We promote our students to engage in extracurricular activities at school or elsewhere.”


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A Cyanuric acid (CYA) shortage is looming, according to Mr. Rudy Stankowitz’s article in the November 2021 issue of The Pool News. This will affect many swimming pool owners and pool professionals who use traditional chemicals to balance their pool water and keep it sanitized. The GREAT news is that Waters Choice Pure Enzymes are an EXCELLENT alternative to chlorine and our loyal customers will attest to this fact.
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The Tie Between Thermal Decomposition and Cyanuric Acid (CYA)
CYA is manufactured using a thermal decomposition method of Urea and uric acid. Mass production of Urea in the industrial quantities needed by the world today require a massive amount of energy. By the same token, huge increases in natural gas prices across Europe are forcing plants to shut down Urea plants and as a result; driving the cost of this chemical to its highest price in over a decade.
Additionally, the energy crisis has reached China which means they’ll keep what they manufacture to themselves, creating an even larger shortage crisis for us in the United States. Afterall, China is currently the largest exporter of Urea.
Where Does This Leave Us?
Well, according to Mr. Stankowitz, the United States is one of the top five importers of Urea in the world. Although the U.S. is one of four nations that account for 10 percent of the world’s cyanuric acid production, China is the foremost manufacturer yielding 75 percent of the world’s supply.
How Does This Affect You?
Cyanuric acid (CYA), also known as chlorine stabilizer is a chemical that helps stabilize the chlorine in your pool. It protects your chlorine from breaking down under the sun’s UV rays. The right levels of CYA help your chlorine last longer, which means your sanitizer can continue to kill bacteria, contaminants, and algae.
But having too much or too little cyanuric acid in your pool can reduce your chlorine’s effectiveness and even damage your equipment.
No Erea Equals No CYA and That Means No Trichlor Chlorine Tabs
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I'm new to this site and semi-new to exploring. I think UER has great resources available as well as an awesome community of like-minded individuals. I really look forward to getting involved on here as well as hopefully meeting some pretty rad people!
Is that first picture a school in Weaverly? If so I used to be the network admin for that company when I was at CSU and I had to go up there at night some times and that place gets creepy as there isn't anyone around for miles, its lighting is super odd and it creaks at all the wrong times when your working on a computer in a room just lit with the screen glow.
It's actually a ghost town in Wyoming! I was introducing myself through the Colorado forum since I'm based there, but those pictures were actually taken in Wyoming. That school in Weaverly sounds awesome! I love creepy and spooky places like that.
Posted by Maven Welcome! Cool photo of the bowling lane... You had to set the shot up right? Or was it somehow in pristine condition??
That was actually how it was setup when I walked down there. I’m sure someone messed with it (or the owner did perhaps), but it still looked cool. I was lucky the pins weren’t knocked over or anything and I was able to take a pretty nice photo. It was a neat little place.
I haven’t been active on here in a while due to life circumstances and losing my car (which means no exploring boo). But I think about this forum pretty often and would like to get back into exploring and posting more. Saw a couple comments of people interested in exploring. If y’all wanna get together and go find some places, shoot me a PM. I’m always down for an explore!
I've also been looking for some exploring pals to check out new places! I'm in Boulder right now and will be down in Colorado Springs come summer. If you guys ever wanna go explore some new places shoot me a PM!


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Connected cars have become commonplace in the automobile sector, and with every passing day, it's becoming better.
Fremont, CA: Digitization is transforming the world at a very rapid pace; meanwhile, the internet has entirely changed the way humans interact or perform their day-to-day work. In simple words, the world is 'connected,' and one can obtain whatever they want on the internet. When everything is connected, why not cars? True, the technology is known as connected car technology. Connected cars have become commonplace in the automobile sector, and with every passing day, it's becoming better. Let's see the key benefits of connected cars.
Vehicle to Vehicle (V-2-V) communication
Connected vehicles can collect a plethora of data that can be shared or utilized by other drivers. In addition, v-2-V communication allows data to be wirelessly shared from one linked automobile to another, ranging from traffic and road conditions to speed restrictions.
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Because every driver is unique, it's no wonder that all demand something different from their driving experience. For example, one motorist could want to see their planned route or fuel use in real-time, while another would want to listen to a podcast.
Geofencing for younger or less experienced drivers
Geofences are unseen lines on a map that restrict the areas where linked automobiles are permitted to travel. Vehicle owners can impose these boundaries to ensure that younger or even less experienced drivers don't cross them.
If the automobile is driven beyond the designated boundaries, the owner will be notified so that the driver may return to the original path.
Every day, new connected automotive features are being investigated, demonstrating the importance of connection in the future of transportation. Real-time peace of mind comes with improved connectivity.
Real-time monitoring, automated SOS calls in the case of an accident, and cybersecurity updates are just a few of the security benefits that a connected automobile may provide. Connected vehicles would notify drivers when they reach an area known for smash-and-grabs, for example, using these upgraded security capabilities.


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7. Hard Boiled (John Woo, 1992)
Screenplay by Woo and Barry Wong
Charismatic leading man Chow Yun-Fat plays a maverick cop gunning for a ruthless gangster in director Woo’s last Hong Kong film before starting his American film career. Viewers who would simply classify the classic Hard-Boiled as an “action movie” are missing the darkness at its heart. This quality is embodied by Tony Leung’s undercover cop character who becomes so lost that he commits mass murder during a brilliant sequence that captures the essence of neo-film noir.
Yes, the action scenes in Hard Boiled are amazing but there’s a lot more going on here that’s highlighted by the great acting of Leung and Philip Kwok as the lethal henchman Mad Dog.
8. Jennifer Eight (Bruce Robinson, 1992)
Screenplay by Robinson
A burned-out Los Angeles detective played by Andy Garcia moves to Northern California and begins investigating a series of murders involving blind women.
Jennifer Eight features incredibly atmospheric cinematography by the late great Conrad Hall, a superb and overlooked performance from legendary character actor Lance Henriksen and a brief but unforgettable appearance by John Malkovich as an FBI agent. A box-office failure in its day, this underrated film deserves a second look.
9. Reservoir Dogs (Quentin Tarantino, 1992)
Screenplay by Tarantino
It’s no secret that the spine of Tarantino’s work is made up of bits and pieces of other films.
While that is certainly true of Tarantino’s debut feature about a diamond robbery gone wrong, Reservoir Dogs manages to integrate elements from many films including Stanley Kubrick’s The Killing (1956), Joseph Sargent’s The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) and Ringo Lam’s City on Fire (1987) and emerges as a satisfying film with its own life unlike the rest of the highly lauded screenwriter/director’s other work.
High praise goes to the film’s great ensemble cast including Harvey Keitel in one of his best performances, Steve Buscemi, Tim Roth and Michael Madsen.
10. Carlito’s Way (Brian DePalma, 1993)
Screenplay by David Koepp based on the Edwin Torres novels “Carlito’s Way” and “After Hours”
The work of novelist Edwin Torres had previously been the basis for Sidney Lumet’s outstanding Q&A (1990). Carlito’s Way frequently draws comparisons to Al Pacino’s previous collaboration with director DePalma’s Scarface (1983) but the reality is that there is no comparison.
Scarface lacks Carlito’s Way’s excellent screenplay, great Pacino performance and characters that appear to be actual human beings. Both Pacino and Sean Penn deliver unforgettable performances as a gangster trying to leave the criminal life behind and his lawyer.
11. Malice (Harold Becker, 1993)
Screenplay by Aaron Sorkin, Jonas McCord and Scott Frank
In the wake of a medical emergency involving his wife, a college professor starts to question how well he knows her. The screenplay for Malice has some fascinating twists and the Gordon Willis cinematography is excellent but the film’s biggest draw is the finest performance of Alec Baldwin’s career as an arrogant surgeon. Baldwin deserved a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination for his acting here and his “I am God” speech is amazing.
12. Leon: The Professional (Luc Besson, 1994)
Screenplay by Besson
Centering on what still holds up as one of the best performances of the great French actor Jean Reno’s career, this film about a professional hitman who takes a young girl played by Natalie Portman under his wing remains screenwriter/director Besson’s finest work.
Previously best known for the hitwoman movie La Femme Nikita (1990), those expecting great things from Besson after Leon the Professional were no doubt disappointed by the wretched science fiction film The Fifth Element (1997) and his continuing producing/screenwriting work on the popular Transporter and Taken films which are clearly softened for wider audience appeal.
13. Gonin (Takashi Ishii, 1995)
Screenplay by Ishii
Five desperate men band together to rob the Yakuza with disastrous results in this overlooked and visually stunning masterpiece.
Manga writer and artist turned screenwriter and filmmaker Ishii may have stunted his own creative growth in subsequent work with his uniquely Japanese obsession with the depiction of rape but Gonin is an incredible film that deserves to be much more widely seen and discussed. Noted actor and film director Takeshi Kitano appears in the film as a hitman.
Among other achievements, Ishii had previously written the screenplay for the outstanding Toshiharu Ikeda horror film Evil Dead Trap (1988) and after making an inferior “sequel in spirit” to Gonin in 1996, made the highly atmospheric neo-noir Black Angel (1997) and the intense and disturbing rape revenge film Freeze Me (2000).