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The Independent National Electoral Commission says the growing number of political parties may pose challenges for the commission in the 2019 general elections.
The Chief Technical Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Professor Bolade Eyinla, said this in Abuja yesterday at a retreat organised by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru.
While delivering a keynote address at the event, which was titled, ‘The Dynamics of Managing Political Parties Professionally,’ Eyinla said so far, sixty eight political parties had been registered.
Eyinla, who represented INEC, said with over one hundred political associations seeking registration, the number might increase before the elections which could cause logistical problems, including the production of ballot papers.
The INEC official said if sixty eight parties participated in the elections, it could also mean that a total of sixty eight party agents would be at each polling unit, which could cause the elections to be rowdy.
Eyinla further stated that he did not know whether INEC would be able to monitor the congresses, conventions and primaries of all parties contesting over 1,000 elective positions each across the nation.


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The YES Network will televise New York City FC’s next three regular season games.
It will start with Saturday’s 4:30 p.m. ET game at the New England Revolution.
NYCFC is unbeaten in its last five MLS regular season games, having defeated Columbus Crew SC, Chicago Fire FC, New England Revolution and FC Cincinnati and earning a draw with D.C. United.
YES’ Upcoming NYCFC Telecast Schedule*
Saturday, September 19 at New England Revolution 4:30
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Hi there, my prints are coming out misaligned. I have tried the virtual agent but they haven't been able to help.
I don't have an option to align print heads in the printer settings. My paper is A4 clean and straight in the paper tray, but my prints are coming out wonky! The white space (margin) at the top left is smaller than the bottom left and my prints are skewed and cutting parts off.
The colours are all aligned but not the prints themselves, I've tried printing a print alignment test page but that is not straight either and I don't think there is any use me scanning this as it will only set the scanner (which is working fine) wonky too.
Can anyone help please?
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Welcome to the HP Support Community.
Does this happen while copying too?
There should be an option to align the printheads:
On the printer control panel, swipe down to open the Dashboard, and then touch the Setup icon .
Swipe up on the display, and then touch Printer Maintenance.
Touch Align Printhead, and then touch Continue.
Let's try to reset the Printer here:
Turn the printer on, if it is not already on.
- Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you continue.
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
- Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
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- NOTE: HP recommends connecting the printer power cord directly to the wall outlet.
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Water associations from Bosnia-Hercegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Slovenia, EBC Foundation and the Danube Water Program have joined forces to facilitate a benchmarking programme for water- & wastewater utilities in the former Yugoslavia region. Objective of the programme is to improve water services by benchmarking and learning from each other.
The programme is carried out by the regional benchmarking hub for the former Yugoslavia region, hosted and coordinated by the Inter-institutional Professional Network in Water Sector of Serbia (IPM) and facilitated by EBC Foundation, with financial support from the Danube Water Program and the Open Regional Fund for Southeast Europe.
In 2014, thirteen water- & wastewater utilities participated in a first benchmarking exercise under this programme. In 2015 a second cycle was carried out in which twenty utilities participated. The programme continued in 2016 with eighteen participants and is currently in the draft reporting fase of the fourth exercise (September, 2017). The ambition is to enlarge the network of utilities that jointly work on improving their services over time.
Utilities that participate get their own, individual company report in which their performance in several areas is compared with other utilities in the group and with the average performance of utilities abroad as a reference. Next to this, meetings and workshops are organised to exchange knowledge and good practices.
The exercise is conducted in English and partly in Serbian.
If you would like more information about the benchmarking programme, please contact the Inter-institutional Professional Network in Water Sector of Serbia (coordinator of the regional benchmarking hub for the former Yugoslavia region).
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text: SAO PAULO, BRAZIL — Weddings. Baptisms. Initiation rites. War. The khoire is the totem for these occasions in the lives of 1,000 Krao Indians. Over the years the sacred hatchets have been traded away and lost. The one in the Ipiranga Museum in Sao Paulo was the last one known to exist. In a special ceremony it was turned over to leaders of the Kraos, who live in nine villages around the northern tip of Goias state near the eastern edge of the Amazon jungle. A Brazilian anthropologist obtained the khoire for a rifle and donated it to the museum in 1947. Director Orlando Marques de Paiva described it as ''very old.''

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According to Yahoo! news,
Mattel and Nickelodeon both say there are two major misconceptions about the new Dora, which is not replacing the “Dora the Explorer” cartoon, but will be a new interactive doll aimed at 5- to 8-year-olds.
“People care so deeply about this brand and this character,” Leigh Anne Brodsky, president of Nickelodeon Viacom Consumer Products, says. “The Dora that we all know and love is not going away.”
“I think there was just a misconception in terms of where we were going with this,” Gina Sirard, vice president of marketing at Mattel, says. “Pretty much the moms who are petitioning aging Dora up certainly don’t understand. … I think they’re going to be pleasantly happy once this is available in October, and once they understand this certainly isn’t what they are conjuring up.”
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Logan Claeys led Shelby with seven points.
MASON COUNTY CENTRAL 59, HART 35 – A 18-7 second quarter advantage helped Mason County take down Hart on Thursday.
Jeffery Carrier led the Spartans with 17 points and 11 rebounds while Will Chye added 16 points and Rae’Kwon Simpson added 12 points.
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RAVENNA 59, WHITEHALL 29 – Ravenna outscored Whitehall 34-10 in the second half in route to picking up a conference victory.
Calvin Schulo led the Bulldogs with 26 points while Trevor Sterken chipped In 18.
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Breaking Barriers: A Look Back At The Life Of Colin Powell
By Ryan Shepard
October 18, 2021
When most people think of Harlem, they think of innovators and game-changers. Over the years, the historic New York borough has produced the likes of Daniel "Dapper Dan" Day, James Baldwin, Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Teddy Riley. In the world of politics, a man by the name of Colin Powell has represented the borough to the fullest within the last four decades. Rising through the ranks after serving in Vietnam, Powell broke barriers and built bridges for future Black leaders. Along the way, he became the first Black man to serve as Secretary of State, national security adviser, and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Despite his legendary stature within the world of politics, Powell also had his flaws. Most notably, his record took a hit when he presented faulty intelligence to the United Nations that led to the Iraq War. He also played a role in the implementation of the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy that barred openly gay, lesbian, and queer service people. Discussing the life and legacy of Powell is a complicated and difficult task. However, his influence on politics and service cannot be overlooked. Here's a brief look back at what he was able to accomplish during his memorable life and career.


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This weekend has been full of ups and downs. The news I received Thursday night has pretty much left me shocked, worried, happy and heartbroken. Can I roll those all into one? I’m doing it anyway. I have been trying to pace myself and control tears by telling myself that “hey, my relationship isn’t over yet. Don’t freak out.” But it doesn’t help that I can feel this incredible distance growing between us and I’m feeling more and more pushed away.
To be very honest, I don’t think it’s fair at all that he continues to push me away after dropping this bomb on me. I understand it’s a difficult decision, but what the eff? It’s not just affecting him. Be my boyfriend and support me as well. If he chooses to leave, I will support him. I won’t be happy, but I’d support him because I love him. I need that support, too.
There is definitely an overwhelming feeling of awkwardness hanging over us right now. At least I feel it. Add to that an abundance of questions….well you get a pretty worried Jenn. Where do we stand? Is he going or is he staying? Could he really end this? If he goes is there any chance of maintaining this relationship? Am I not worth staying for? Why is this decision taking so long? Why won’t he talk to me about it? Is he pushing me away? How can he shut down so easily? Etc…
I have become a waste of energy this weekend. I sit up in my room, alternating between the computer and my bed. Honestly it took a great deal of effort to move yesterday and if it weren’t for the Blogger Meet-up, I probably wouldn’t have showered. I tried my best to put on a happy face for the meet-up. I cried in the car on the way there hoping to get it out because I knew someone was going to bring up Iceland. It’s hard to talk about it while I still know very little. I had a good time though.
I felt a bit socially awkward because I didn’t know what to talk about. All I wanted to do was vent about this..but I didn’t want to be Debbie Downer. I must say that I’ve received a tremendous amount of support from fellow bloggers and it feels really great to know there’s people willing to listen or offer advice/support/strength/personal stories. I appreciate all of the emails and hugs.
My grandmother bought me some “happy” flowers this morning. She told me they were smiling at me. I’m trying to smile back. At times, I’m fine and hopeful. A smile breaks and I remember that I’m awesome, I have a few very big educational and career moves ahead of me and that my heart is resiliant. I am strong and regardless of what happens, I’ll survive. I just might smell for a while haha.

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Liverpool may have secured a precious 2-1 victory over Hoffenheim in their Champions League qualifer tonight but Mark Uth scored a sublime consolation for the hosts.
18-year-old Trent Alexander-Arnold opened the scoring for Liverpool, as the defender scored an fabulous free-kick on his full debut for the club.
James Milner doubled Liverpool’s lead in the second half, with the Premier League side looking dangerous throughout proceedings.
And while the result means Jurgen Klopp’s side take a valuable lead into next week’s second leg at Anfield, Uth scored a stunning goal for the Bundesliga outfit that caused a bit of panic among the Liverpool faithful.
A long diagonal ball from the right sailed over the Liverpool defence, and with Dejan Lovren playing Uth onside, the 25-year-old executed a perfect first-touch before drilling the ball beyond Simon Mignolet:
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Despite the scoreline, Liverpool looked good value for their lead and will be feeling confident ahead of the second leg.


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The government has legalised assisted dying, and one man is staging the ultimate reality TV show a where the audience get to help him on his way. As the clock ticks down, and those for and against the impending broadcast argue their case, we travel back in time to discover what lead Peter to this terrible point in his life. A list of unsolved murders, suicides and destroyed friendships have been left scattered wherever Peter has set foot. As we discover a family torn apart by his brief presence in their lives so many years ago, we also see the effect heas had on one impressionable young man who sticks by him the whole time: Neville. Peteras biggest fan, and wholehearted believer in the book Peter wrote, Neville treats his idol as a messianic figure. The two are their own worst enemies, finding themselves embarking on a murderous journey to the depths of depravity together with a host of other damaged souls. That one of them, OAP getaway driver Gerty, might finally redeem herself after a lifetime of crime, leaves hope for Peter himself...This gripping sequel to I Am Dead and Iconas Request has been inspired by Joseph Conrad, Franz Kafka and Albert Kamus. Gareth also takes inspiration from TV shows like Doctor Who, The Saint and Danger Man. A Matter of Dark will appeal to fans of sci-fi/fantasy fiction who consider how fast the world is moving, both technologically and morally. Weare all naturally fearful of change a but need we be?It is a heinous crime... Anyway, come on!a#39; An old man rode past on a mobility scooter. ... The victim, a chalk mark drawn around him, had balloon animal parts protruding from his eyes, nose, mouth, ears and groin. Gerty and Mr Monkey droveanbsp;...
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Oswald was wearing a rather unusual shirt that day that made him discernible in a private video of the assassination. He was standing just inside the entrance of the Texas School Book Deposiory watching the motorcade pass, a long, long way from that 6th floor window. But Oswald knew Kennedy was in danger from his inside information he had gotten while in Mexico. He and Jack Ruby knew each other from mob contacts, and he was able to help JFK avert one assassination planned for Chicago just a few weeks earlier. Lee died an unsung hero and Johnson went on to become President.
Former Nixon aide claims he has evidence Lyndon B. Johnson arranged John F. Kennedy's assassination in new book
·Roger Stone claims Johnson ‘micro-managed’ Kennedy’s Dallas motorcade, demanding it pass through Dealy Plaza on the afternoon he was shot
·He also says that Johnson, instructed Richard Nixon to hire Jack Ruby several years before he shot Lee Harvey Oswald
·The revelations are made in his book 'The man who killed Kennedy - the case against LBJ' out later this year
A renowned Republican strategist and lobbyist has claimed that former president Lyndon B. Johnson set up John F. Kennedy’s assassination, which occurred on November 22, 1963.
Roger Stone, 61, makes the claim in his upcoming book 'The Man who killed Kennedy - the case against LBJ,' which is set to be published in October.
He also writes that Richard Nixon and Johnson had a documented relationship with Jack Ruby, Lee Harvey Oswald’s killer, years before he shot Oswald in the basement of Dallas police headquarters in 1963, reports The Daily Caller.
Just moments before: The presidential motorcade through Dallas a few moments before John F Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, was shot on Friday, November 22, 1963
Bold claim: Esteemed Republican strategist and lobbyist Roger Stone writes in his forthcoming book that former president Lyndon B. Johnson set up John F. Kennedy's assassination
Stone worked for Richard Nixon’s Committee to Re-elect the President in 1972 and later served in the Nixon administration.
He claims that Johnson, a congressman at the time, instructed Richard Nixon, also a congressman at the time, to hire Ruby onto the House of Representatives payroll in 1947.
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·Gulag that shames the West: Five years after Obama said he'd shut it, over 100 prisoners - including a British resident - are still chained in Guantanamo. DAVID JONES went inside and was horrified by what he found
Stone claims Johnson ‘micro-managed’ Kennedy’s Dallas motorcade, demanding it pass through Dealy Plaza on the afternoon of November 22, 1963, the infamous day when Oswald shot Kennedy from the overlooking book depository building.
‘Nixon knew Jack Ruby, hired him on House payroll in 1947 at request of … Lyndon Johnson. Newly released documents prove it. in my upcoming book "The Man who killed Kennedy- the case against LBJ" Out Oct 1–order yours today,’ Stone wrote on his Facebook page on Thursday.
'Documented relationship': Stone writes that Richard Nixon and Johnson had a documented relationship with Jack Ruby pictured, Lee Harvey Oswald's killer, years before he shot Oswald
Stone writes that Lyndon B. Johnson instructed Richard Nixon to hire Ruby onto the House of Representatives payroll in 1947
‘LBJ and Gov. John Connally micro-managed Dalla JFK’s schedule and demanded the route thru Dealy Plaza where the motorcade came to a full stop and LBJ had JFK killed,’ he added.
‘They had no interest in JFK stops in Austin or Houston!'
Stone, now a member of the Libertarian Party, co-wrote his book with Libertarian writer Mike Colapietro.
Ruby, whose real name was Jacob Leon Rubenstein, moved from Chicago to Dallas in 1947, the same year Stone alleges that Nixon put him on the House payroll at Johnson’s request.
Ruby died of a pulmonary embolism on January 3, 1967, a little more than three years after killing Oswald.
Johnson died of a massive heart attack on January 22, 1973.
Nixon died on April 22, 1994, after suffering a severe stroke four days earlier.
'Behind closed doors': 'Nixon knew Jack Ruby, hired him on House payroll in 1947 at request of ... Lyndon Johnson,' Stone wrote on his Facebook page.


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Papua New Guinea has recorded 82 new COVID-19 cases last week, increasing the total number of cases to 11,119.
The cases were reported in six provinces of which the National Capital District reported the highest of 71 cases.
Western province and Central reported three cases each, Morobe and East New Britain two cases each whilst Eastern Highlands reported a single case.
Of the 82 cases, 49 were males and 33 females. Their ages range between 12 to 81 years. At the time of testing, 63 cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19 whilst 19 were asymptomatic.
The country’s COVID-19 cases now stand at 11,119 with 115 known deaths and 9,302 recoveries. A total of 1,702 cases are active within the last 14-day period.
All 22 provinces including the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) have reported cases.
Globally, the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 150,213,686 including 887,228 new cases reported last week The death toll is at 3,163,563 including 15,334 new deaths in the last week.Graph-30.04.21


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æternity Partners with Uruguay Can to Track Cannabis Production on the Blockchain
æternity, the next-generation, open-source blockchain for building decentralized applications, today announced that it is creating a supply chain management platform for the cannabis trade alongside Uruguay Can, one of South America’s leading cannabis production companies.
25 SEPTEMBER 2019
Greek Billionaire Launches Hemp-Backed Token and Dedicated Exchange
Greek billionaire and television director Alki David and his Swiss consortium launched cannabis-backed token SWX Coin, according to a press release published on July 25.
28 JULY 2019
Top Blockchain Cannabis Crypto Tokens, Rated and Reviewed
With the recent wave of cannabis legalization for medical and recreational use, the legal cannabis industry has become a booming market. More and more cannabis businesses are popping up in cities where it is legal to buy and sell products based on the green plant.
20 JULY 2019
Canadian Pharmacy to Track Cannabis via Blockchain in New Pilot Program
Canadian pharmacy chain Shoppers Drug Mart has partnered with blockchain company TruTrace Technologies Inc. to launch a pilot program for cannabis supply chain tracking via blockchain, according to a report by Bloomberg on June 17.
18 JUNE 2019
California Bill Would Legalize Crypto for Tax Payments From Cannabis-Related Businesses
Lawmakers in the United States state of California have introduced a bill to allow cannabis-related business to pay fees and taxes in stablecoins. The bill was introduced by the California State Assembly on Feb. 21.
1 MARCH 2019
Canadian Firm to Build Blockchain-Based Supply Chain Platform for Cannabis Industry
Canada-based blockchain and crypto company DMG Blockchain Solutions Inc. (DMG) has announced the development of a global supply chain management platform for the legal cannabis industry, according to an announcement published Oct. 17.
18 OCTOBER 2018
India Globalization Capital to use Blockchain to Address Issues Specific to the Medical Cannabis Industry
India Globalization Capital, Inc. (NYSE American: IGC), today announces that it will leverage its existing team of technology and healthcare experts to develop methods utilizing blockchain in areas such as product identification assurance (PIA).
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Finance is a field that is constantly evolving. It’s not just the economy and the markets, but also new technology that is changing how people do their work.
In this article, we will explore some of the newest innovations in finance software and how they are transforming how people do their work.
Financial management for corporations software has been around since the early 1990s when companies first started to use computers to track their finances. In recent years, there has been a surge of innovation in this area as more companies adopt cloud-based solutions for their accounting needs.
The first step in selecting financial management for corporations is to identify what your company’s needs are: does it need a program for tracking inventory or one for budgeting? There are many different programs available for various purposes, so it

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Paleo Powder tastes great on everything from: Chicken, Steak, Eggs, Fish, Veggies, Seafood The seasoning is gluten free and contains no MSG. The product comes in convenient shaker so you can shake it on whatever your heart desires. It is the perfect spice for every gluten-free cook`s kitchen.
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Armadale’s Kingsley Primary School celebrated its milestone 50th anniversary on a grand scale last weekend as more than 800 people flocked to the school grounds to see how the school looks today.
Past and present students, teachers and families attended the school’s special fete which was organised by the school’s P&C president Sarah Goodin and vice president Amy Jackson.
The event featured plenty of entertainment, dance groups, rides and a car show as well as plenty of food and drink options to keep hungry mouths at bay.
School staff also opened up the classrooms so guests could meander through and see how the school had changed from times gone by.
Principal Matt O’Mara said it was a nice occasion on what was a beautiful spring day.
“We recognise the occasion because schools are part of the community and it gave the community an insight into the culture of Kingsley Primary School,” he said.
“I am very proud of the co-operation that developed between the P&C and the school in running this special occasion so successfully.”
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Iain Duncan Smith backtracks on Vote Leave’s £350million NHS claim after Brexit vote
PUBLISHED: 12:03 27 June 2016 | UPDATED: 12:03 27 June 2016
Woodford Green MP Iain Duncan Smith has distanced himself from claims £350million would be sent to the NHS each week in the case of a Brexit vote.
The pledge was a central tenet of Vote Leave’s campaign during the European Union (EU) referendum, and could be seen in huge letters on their battle buses.
Mr Duncan Smith was frequently pictured next to the statement, as can be seen above, but he told the Andrew Marr Show yesterday that he never made the claim.
Leading Brexiter Mr Duncan Smith said: “I never said that during the course of the election. The £350m was an extrapolation of the £19.1bn – that’s the total amount of money we gave across to the European Union.
“What we actually said was a significant amount of it would go to the NHS. It’s essentially down to the government, but I believe that is what was pledged and that’s what should happen.
“There was talk about it going to the NHS, but there are other bits and pieces like agriculture, which is part of the process. That is the divide up. It was never the total.”
The Woodford Green MP’s comments caused quite a stir on Twitter.
Felicity Morse wrote: “Iain Duncan Smith like worst ex-boyfriend ever: ‘We never made any commitments. We just made a series of promises that were possibilities.’”
In Redbridge 54 per cent of voters backed remain, from a turnout of 128,233.
Bashir Chaudhry, chairman of the League of British Muslims, in Eton Road, Ilford, voted for leave, but said he was not concerned by Mr Duncan Smith’s comments.
“As long as we get the £350m, that is my view,” he commented.
“I’m sure some of the money will be spent on the NHS.”
Mr Duncan Smith’s office have been contacted for comment.
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Hoosiers 12 and older can now receive an updated COVID-19 booster shot that will better protect against the most recent variants of the disease.
Last week, a federal advisory panel voted to recommend updated boosters that will target specific strains of the virus. This recommendation was quickly endorsed by CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky.
The updated Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna boosters, called “bivalent” vaccines, target both the original viruses and the most recent omicron subvariants, BA.4 and BA.5, which are the dominant variants across the world. In the U.S., 88% of COVID-19 infections in the U.S. are due to BA.5, and BA.4 accounts for many of the rest, USA TODAY reported.
Pfizer’s booster is available to those ages 12 and up, while Moderna’s will be available for those 18 and older.
While data on how effective the updated boosters are is not yet complete, experts predict the booster targeted towards specific strains will offer increased protection against severe illness, prevent milder infections for some amount of time and protect against long COVID.
Experts are predicting that COVID-19 cases will rise again this fall and winter, as more people spend time indoors and children go back to school. Last fall, the delta variant dominated, though it was replaced in later winter months by omicron, which caused the highest caseload and the most deaths through the COVID-19 pandemic, according to USA TODAY.
The new shots are authorized and recommended by the CDC to be administered at least two months after the last dose, according to the Indiana Department of Health.
As of Tuesday, over 10 million doses of the vaccine had been administered statewide, according to the Indiana COVID-19 vaccination dashboard. Of those, nearly 2 million were booster doses, and nearly 400,000 were second booster doses. According to the dashboard, 55% of Hoosiers are fully vaccinated, meaning they received both original doses of a two-dose vaccine or one dose of the one-shot vaccine.
How do I know I’m getting the updated booster?
According to the Indiana Department of Health, bivalent vaccines are still being rolled out across the state, and the registration system is being updated. Before making an appointment to receive the booster that’s been modified for the new variant, you should check with your doctor or vaccination site that they will be offering the updated shot.
You can check to see which sites near you have the updated booster by visiting vaccines.gov. Go to “Find COVID-19 vaccines and boosters,” type in your zip code and select the options for the Pfizer and Moderna “newly authorized bivalent” vaccines.
When making an appointment, CVS Health’s scheduling process said that those signing up to get a COVID-19 booster ages 12 and up will receive the bivalent booster, though appointment slots may be limited.
“If you are eligible, there is no bad time to get your COVID-19 booster and I strongly encourage you to receive it,” Walensky said in a Sept. 1 news release.
How to make an appointment to receive an updated COVID-19 booster
COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are free, regardless of insurance status. You can make an appointment online at your local CVS Pharmacy, Walgreens or other pharmacy. CVS MinuteClinic does not carry the bivalent booster, according to the pharmacy’s website, though select CVS pharmacies will have doses of the updated booster.
IDOH is currently updating the registration system for the targeted booster shots, but you can still register for a first booster dose or initial series by visiting vaccine.coronavirus.in.gov/en-US.
If you have difficulty registering for a vaccine, dial 211 for assistance. For Spanish, press 3 upon dialing.
How can I get a flu shot in Indiana?
Experts are concerned about the combination of COVID-19 infection with flu season. Annual flu vaccination has been recommended by the CDC for everyone six months or older, which few exceptions, since 2010.
You can find a flu shot by going to vaccines.gov/find-vaccines, selecting “Find Flu Vaccines” and typing in your zip code. The flu shot is available at nearly all pharmacies, including CVS, Walgreens, Costco and Kroger, as well as through your primary care doctor. Flu shots are free of cost with most insurance.
You can get a COVID-19 booster shot at the same time as an annual flu shot.
USA TODAY contributed to this report.
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Birth Name: Danielle Andrea Harris
Place of Birth: Plainview, Long Island, New York, U.S.
Date of Birth: June 1, 1977
Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
Danielle Harris is an American actress and director. She has starred in the Halloween films, as Jamie Lloyd, the daughter of Jamie Lee Curtis’ character, beginning with Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers, and also as Annie Brackett, beginning with Halloween (2007). She is a “scream queen.” Her films also include Marked for Death, Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, The Last Boy Scout, Free Willy, Daylight (1996), Urban Legend, Stake Land, and Hatchet II and III. She has voiced Debbie on the series The Wild Thornberrys and in the films The Wild Thornberrys Movie and Rugrats Go Wild. She directed the film Among Friends.
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I’m Jewish, and I always loved to cook my grandma’s food- like brisket. I’m not someone who’s religious, but for me, religion is family. Kind of like being Italian- you get the entire family together and it’s chaos, and it feels like home to me. So every time I cook a brisket, the smell of the meat in my house reminds me of being a little girl, so that’s probably my favorite meal to cook.
She was raised partly in Florida. Danielle is married to David Gross, with whom she has two children.

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The global aircraft maintenance, repair and overhauling market has expanded from $56.46 billion to $67.47 billion in the last one year, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.5 per cent.
The market consists of revenue earned by entities by providing aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services to aircraft, and their components such as helicopters, gliders, drones, and aircraft turbines.
Nigeria, with very few aircraft maintenance and repair overhaul centres is among the players, which carriers take their airplanes to offshore locations for airplane major fixing.
According to regulatory data, Nigerian carriers spent over $2.5 billion fixing their aircraft in offshore locations.
Besides AeroContractors Maintenance Repair & Overhaul Centre (MRO), which has the approval of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority’s (NCAA’S), to carry C- Check on Boeing 737 Classics, 7-Star Global , Air First and other indigenous aircraft maintenance organisations carry out line – checks on Embraer, Bombardier and other aircraft types.
The Akwa Ibom Aircraft Maintenance Repair & Overhaul Centre, in Uyo is yet to commence major repair of aircraft.
Other countries that play in the value chain include the countries covered in the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services market study include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy and Japan.
Others include Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates (UAE), United Kingdom , United States , Venezuela, and Vietnam.
Rapid advances in wireless technology and miniaturization, experts say are expected to drive innovation in the defense market, thus driving the market during the forecast period.
Industry players familiar with the development, say lower operating costs leading to higher margins allows companies to expand production and increase product portfolios, thus driving the growth of the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services market.
Besides, rising cyber-attacks on the confidential data transferred through sensitive paths in the value chain of the aerospace industry are expected to be a restraint on the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services market in the period under review.
They say companies involved in the value chain of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services exchange a lot of confidential data on specifications, technology, and performance of equipment or services to enhance collaborations on design, development, and support.
To eliminate the threat, companies in the aerospace industry are investing in next-generation cyber security solutions to protect their data from advanced cyber-attacks.
Leading players such as Lockheed Martin are investing in developing cyber security solutions with offensive and defensive capabilities.
Cyber-attacks by governments of enemy countries or competitors are expected to hinder the growth of the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services market.
Major companies in the aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhauling services market include General Electric Company, The Boeing Company, Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, Honeywell International Inc., Lufthansa Group, Safran SA, MTU Aero Engines AG, General Dynamics, BBA Aviation plc and Bombardier Inc.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the aircraft maintenance, repair and overhauling services market in 2022.
Eastern Europe is expected to be the fastest growing region.


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Following an aggressive buying spree, upstart distributor Broad Green Pictures has set release dates for its first six films, including Robert Redford‘s A Walk in the Woods and Andrew Garfield‘s 99 Homes.
The company, launched last year, also announced it has acquired U.S. rights to New Zealand drama The Dark Horse from Seville Pictures International, although it didn’t set a date for that film. James Napier Robertson directed the movie, based on the life of the brilliant chess champion Genesis Potini.
Director Mia Hansen-Love’s Eden is first out of the gate, opening in theaters June 19. The French drama explores the 1990s Parisian electronic dance movement as seen through the eyes of DJ groups Cheers and Daft Punk, who together with their friends, plunge into the ephemeral nightlife of sex, drugs and endless music.
On July 10, Broad Green will launch Carlos Marques-Marcet’s 10.000 Km, followed by Learning to Drive on Aug. 21. Learning to Drive, a feel-good comedy, stars Patricia Clarkson and Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley.
Walk in the Woods, directed by Ken Kwapis, opens midweek on Sept. 2 in order to get a jump on the long Labor Day weekend. The film, based on Bill Bryson‘s best-selling memoir, follows two friends as they hike more than 2,000 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Emma Thompson, Mary Steenburgen, Nick Offerman and Kristen Schaal also star in the dramedy, which premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival.
In a bold move, Broad Green will open a second movie over Labor Day weekend, the Jeremy Sisto–David Walton comedy Break Point, which rolls out Sept. 4. The movie, timed to coincide with the U.S. Open tennis tournament, is about two estranged brothers who reunite to make an improbable run at a Grand Slam tournament title. J.K. Simmons, Amy Smart, Joshua Rush and Adam DeVine co-star.
99 Homes, a financial thriller starring Garfield as a single father who is evicted from his home, opens Sept. 25. Ramin Bahrani directed the indie film, which also stars Laura Dern and Michael Shannon, and made its world premiere at the 2014 Toronto Film Festival.
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I am a novice, I do not know what cause my graphics card can not work, I hope you can help me
the fuk is wrong here man, your cards are overheating. first try these OC settings.
1150 core clock, 850 core voltage, REMOVE DPM state( core state) , Memory controller voltage 800, Memory clock 2100, Aggressive undervolting switched ON, amdmemtweak -REF 30.
I tried to run these graphics cards on Windows, and when I tested them, I found that the graphics cards were broken
all of them? you tested them by hooking them up in windows PC one by one ?
Yes, I tested each card separately on Windows platform, and it didn’t work, with a snowflake screen
have you tried to flash stock bios on them ? i mean maybe its something with the bios or they are gone permanently?
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GBP: Still down in the dumps
EUR: Pressing onwards
USD: Fed sees inflation risks as balanced
Sterling managed to stage a minor recovery yesterday but remains down on the week versus both the USD and EUR. There are competing opinions as to what caused the washout in sterling positions; some are blaming profit taking after a strong run higher in Q1, some are pointing to the increased nervousness over the efficacy and usability of the AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine.
Throw in a weak day for equities and comments from JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon that his investment bank may be forced to move all of its Europe-facing jobs out of the UK because of Brexit, and you have a recipe for a negative pound.
I personally think this short-term move is overdone and believe that sterling can retake that GBPUSD level of 1.40 in due time.
The single currency is enjoying some of its best days in 2021, breaking higher once again against most of its crosses and decisively against GBP and USD. As with sterling above, there are a number of reasons why the euro has been on such a tear with the favourites being stronger European equities and investors selling positions that has used the EUR as a funding currency for those plays.
While euro holders may want this rally to run and run, it is more important that we see some consolidation at these levels so as to form a base for further tilts higher.
Further gains will depend largely on the ability to roll out higher vaccination rates with such a move likely only coming from a stronger uptake of the AstraZeneca vaccine, not an automatic given despite the European Medicines Authority saying that the benefit of the jab outweighs its potential to produce blood clots.
The minutes of last month’s Federal Reserve meeting showed us little that we did not already know with the focus on inflation pointing to a balance outlook.
“Most participants noted that they viewed the risks to the outlook for inflation as broadly balanced.”
The minutes went on to say that “Several remarked that supply disruptions and strong demand could push up price inflation more than anticipated. Several participants commented that the factors that had contributed to low inflation during the previous expansion could again exert more downward pressure on inflation than expected.”
The dollar slackened in the aftermath of the meeting and has traded quietly since although a communique from the G20 that all but signed off a stronger USD may have an impact this morning.
Chinese yuan holders have had a tough year with the currency giving up gains throughout March and continuing that fall in April. What had attracted investors to the Chinese currency – higher yields and a rapid recovery – have now become less of a factor. We also note that the PBoC have taken a step back from commenting on the currency; something that was not available to them during the Trump presidency.
Today’s interbank rates at 07:01 against sterling. Movement vs yesterday.
|US dollar||$1.376 ↓|
|Australian dollar||$1.801 ↓|
|South African rand||R19.97 ↓|
|Japanese yen||¥150.8 ↓|
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Caregiving benefits: Expanding the conversation beyond paid leave
The employee benefits world continues to recognize the impact of offering caregiving benefits in the workplace. More employers are introducing paid leave benefits that can be used to spend time with a newborn, or care for an aging or sick loved one.
Offering a paid leave benefit to aide those caring for loved ones should not be understated. But ending the conversation about caregiver support on paid leave would fall short of effectively supporting employee caregivers. From a caregiver’s perspective, paid leave should be the tip of the iceberg when offering support to caregivers.
More companies offer paid leave to caregivers
Research from Genworth, the National Business Group on Health and MetLife all confirm that caregivers in the workplace are facing challenges ranging from absenteeism, presenteeism and emotional distress to physical health issues and financial burdens. Employers are beginning to take notice and are trying to support their caregivers by offering paid leave.
Paid leave is a helpful benefit for any number of challenges employees might be facing. From caring for loved ones with serious health conditions and sick children to maternity and paternity leave and even mental health days, a paid leave program is the mark of many forward-thinking organizations.
For example, Bristol Myers Squibb recently demonstrated the flexibility of paid time off by extending the definition of family for their parental leave policy. Now, this leave policy can be used to take care of a spouse, child, partner or parent.
Facebook’s bereavement leave policy provides 10 days of leave to grieve the loss of extended family members and 20 days for immediate family, the company says in a recent white paper. These days can be taken non-consecutively.
Microsoft also implemented four weeks of paid leave specifically for caregivers with up to eight additional weeks of unpaid time. Considering all of the responsibilities caregivers assume while taking care of a loved one, time off to focus on the care is valuable, but it is not the end-all solution to the challenges caregivers face.
Why it might not be enough
Having to report a reason for time off acts as a barrier to many caregivers. Caregiving is an emotional matter and the details are often painful or embarrassing to discuss, particularly at work. Most caregivers want to be able to keep their work and home lives separate, even at a time when caregiving is taking over every aspect of their lives.
This desire for privacy is particularly important for certain segments of the employee caregiving demographic. The Human Rights Campaign notes that 20% of LGBTQ individuals are afraid to denote caring for their partner as a reason for missing work because it might reveal their sexual identity.
Caregivers may also feel pressure to remain at work and not use their paid leave. Underused paid time off is a common problem, especially in America. A study by the U.S. Travel Association found that 52% of Americans did not use all of their PTO in 2017. Another study reported that 18% of those who didn’t use their time off blame a heavy workload. Caregivers may find catching up on work too overwhelming, so they go to work stressed, tired, distracted or sick..
Even with paid leave, caregiving still takes a toll mentally, emotionally and physically. Time is always a helpful asset when tasked with taking care of a loved one, but time does not guarantee that caregivers will find solutions to their challenges while away from the office. Without proper support, time away from the office means more time for caregivers to worry about their loved ones rather than being present. If employers want to keep caregivers in the office without feeling preoccupied and overwhelmed, they should consider adding more than just time.
Organizations like AARP and the Family Caregiver Alliance urge employers to consider offering flexible schedules, on-site eldercare, counseling and referrals specific to caregiving and even access to subsidized aide for a relative. There are also caregiver platforms that offer navigation, resources and support to help take the burden of care coordination off of the caregiver’s plate.
With the addition of these and other benefits, employers have ample opportunities to holistically support the employee caregivers within their organization. Offering these resources in addition to paid leave will help relieve much of the physical, financial and emotional challenges employee caregivers are facing every day in the workplace.


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A recent online survey conducted by eHealthInsurance and PlanPrescriber.com in November, 2011 reveals that more Americans are concerned about overseas travel than they have been in previous years.
According to the report, nearly 1/3 of respondents indicated they did not know if their existing health insurance plan would cover their medical expenses if they became ill or got injured while traveling outside their home country. A recent horrific story of one 79-year-old traveler injured in Mexico proves the need for travel insurance.
We know travelers are becoming increasingly aware of their liability and risks when they travel, and travel insurance can provide the coverage you need for peace of mind and financial security when you travel.
Simply focusing on the medical and evacuation needs of travelers (i.e., ignoring baggage delays, volcano eruptions, flight cancellations, etc.), here are the facts:
- Your home health insurance coverage does not usually extend to care received outside the network and not outside the country (although some plans will allow you to submit claims to be considered and at times paid).
- Medicare and Medicaid do not extend to care received while you are outside the country.
- Medical care outside the country is often pre-paid, meaning the traveler must pay up front to receive care.
- The cost to transport an injured or ill traveler out of a country where they can receive quality health care can be very high (as much as $100,000 or more).
- The cost to transport the remains of a traveler who has died to their home country is also high (as high as $40,000 or more) and the effort can require a great deal of inter-country negotiations and regulations.
- Traveling in a foreign country, where you don’t understand the local language, can mean additional difficulty.
The right travel insurance plan can:
- Arrange for pre-payments to the hospital where the traveler has been transported.
- Coordinate and pay for a traveler’s evacuation out of the foreign country back home or to a country with better medical facilities.
- Coordinate and pay for the return of a traveler’s remains.
- Deliver translation services and monitor communication between the medical staff in one country with the traveler’s friends and family back home.
- Return children who are traveling with the injured or ill traveler back homeÂ â€“ with a caregiver, if necessary.
- Transport a friend or family member to the injured or ill traveler so they have someone they know nearby.
Travel insurance plans are relatively inexpensive when you look at the financial loss you could incur on vacation. Many plans are available for as little as $40-$60 depending on the coverage, your age, and destination. See our travel insurance comparison tool and enter a few trip details to get the prices. Be sure to carefully review your plan so you understand the coverage too.

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The end of life is complicated. More than two million people on Medicare die every year.
Each of them requires their own end of life care plan, even if many of them share similar health problems. Yet few people have a plan, let alone a detailed one.
What is a living will, and why is it so important? What should you do when planning for hospice care? What are your options for burial and funeral arrangements?
Answer these questions and you can get the treatment you deserve throughout your life. Here is your quick guide.
A living will is a legal document that describes the writer’s end of life plan. Its primary objective is to lay out what kinds of care a person wants to deal with their medical problems.
But it also defines what sorts of treatment a person does not want. It can contain a DNR notice, asking doctors not to resuscitate the individual. It can discuss organ donation and pain management steps.
Anyone who is starting advance care planning should draft a living will. They should go to a lawyer for help.
Hospice care provides comfort to someone approaching the end of their life. It is different from palliative care, which someone can have at any point in their life.
Hospice is designed for people who have less than six months to live. People receive pain relief, food, and mental support. Someone can meet with a chaplain, psychiatrist, or another mental health professional.
Someone who may rely on hospice care should describe what they want to have. They should pick a particular facility they want to go to and detail the treatments they want. This is important with pain management, which can involve the use of addictive medications.
Funeral and Burial Arrangements
A funeral and burial plan must be a part of anyone’s end of life nursing care plan. It is extremely difficult to plan a funeral after someone has died. Providing instructions before death will help make the process easier.
Most people opt for a full funeral service at a religious institution or funeral home. But someone can choose to have a celebration of life or a memorial service after burial.
There are more options for the disposition of remains than ever before. Someone can opt for a coffin burial, but they can go for an environmentally-friendly option like a shroud burial.
Cremation is becoming more popular over the years. But this way of burial requires cremation authorization through a written document that the deceased person signs. Anyone who wants cremation should prepare such a document in advance.
Also see: Cremation vs Burial
Draft Your End of Life Care Plan
An end of life care plan does not have to be complicated. Everyone should start with a living will that lays out what they want and what they do not want.
Someone should then look into hospice care. They should be as specific as possible, picking a treatment center they want to go to.
It is important to discuss funeral and burial arrangements. There are many options, so a person should describe in detail their desires.
Writing a care plan is just one way to prepare for the end of life. Find out more ways by following our coverage.


UNITED NATIONS, January 28. /TASS/. The UN Security Council will hold talks on the situation around Ukraine on January 31, President of the UN Economic and Social Council and Norway’s Ambassador Mona Juul said on Friday.
"There will be a meeting on Monday called by the US," the UN envoy revealed.
As the senior diplomat noted, the talks are scheduled for 10:00 local time (18:00 Moscow Time).
"We think it is a positive development. We’ll see what happens, we think that the Security Council should have its say on the situation," Juul said.
Recently, claims of a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine have become frequent in both Ukraine and Western states. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called such reports empty and groundless escalation of tensions, underscoring that Russia does not pose any threat to anyone. Peskov noted that provocations may happen in order to justify such claims and warned that such attempts will bear the most serious consequences.


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Although Lena Dunham looks beautiful on the February cover of Vogue, editor-in-chief of the feminist blog Jezebel, Jessica Coen, offered up $10,000 for the untouched photos of Dunham. Coen’s reasoning behind wanting the photos is to show how Vogue digitally alters their photos. Coen explained herself on ablog post on Jezebel, “Her body is real. She is real. And for as lovely as the Vogue pictures are, they’re probably not terribly real.”
Coen didn’t want the photos, shot by Annie Leibovitz, just to show how Dunham really looks without being digitally altered because as Coen wrote, “Our desire to see these images pre-Photoshop is not about seeing what Dunham herself ‘really’ looks like; we can see that every Sunday night or with a cursory Google search. She’s everywhere. We already know what her body looks like.” Coen’s point in wanting to release the photos was to show that Dunham didn’t need all the photoshopping that she claims Vogue does to actresses who appear in the magazine.
Last week, we at Joonbug attended the Macallan Masters of Photography Series launch event at the Bowery Hotel that debuted the drams latest venture into collaborative territory. That's right, the beloved whisky teamed up with photographer extroidinaire, Annie Leibovitz to launch a pricey, new bottle and promotional pictorals that featured Grey's Anatomy star, Kevin McKidd. The starry soiree brought much-a-buzz to Macallan paving way for more spirited collaborations?
We guess so, since receiving word that the next venture to launch is between, Patron Spirits and world-renowned fashion designer, John Varvatos. The first-ever artist to collaborate on a new design element of the Patron bottle, to craft a limited edition bottle stopper exclusively for Patron Anejo tequila.
Last Wednesday night, over 400 celebrities, cocktail industry enthusiasts and socialites dressed to impress and to raise a dram to the US launch of The Macallan Masters of Photography: Annie Leibovitz Edition featuring a photo-series with Kevin McKidd of Grey’s Anatomy at NYC's, Bowery Hotel.
While guests experienced Macallan 18 neat and on the rocks with ginger beer, the gliteratti posed for pics at the various step and repeats. Star sightings included Alexis Bledel and Vincent Kartheiser of Mad Men, Stacy Keibler, John Legend and his fiancé, Chrissy Teigan model, Carolyn Murphy and more. Also in the Whisky sippin’ crowd was author, Simon Doonan and founder of foursquare, Dennis Crowly.
Photographer Annie Leibovitz has been working with Disney to bring us our favorite characters reimagined as celebrities. She was called in to do a project called the Year of a Million Dreams campaign. Her photos are, as always, fantastic, and she works extremely hard to bring the original scenes to life.
The real draw, however, is the huge celebrity cast and costumes. Leibovitz has JLo and Marc Anthony and Princess Jasmine and Aladdin, soaring high on a magic carpet in homage to the “A Whole New World” world scene of the movie. Jennifer’s costume breaks away from Jasmine’s blue, but the gold accentuates her skin tone and highlights the sunset Leibovitz carefully captures in the background. Penelope Cruz poses majestically in Belle’s yellow ballgown, lifted by Jeff Bridges as The Beast against an ominous background. Olivia Wilde is Snow White’s frightening evil step-mother with Alec Baldwin as the Magic Mirror. Snow White herself is Rachel Weisz.
The saying, 'everything that glitters isn't gold,' rings particularly true when we think of famed photographer, Annie Leibovitz.
The photographer who shoots for major publications such as Vogue and Vanity Fair - remember the darling nude pregnancy photos she shot of Angelina Jolie? - can't seem to recover from a crucial crisis of debt. You'd think someone of her caliber would be set. And why not? If Terry Richardson can move on, Leibovitz should be far past her financial stumble.


text: When a cookie is full of fresh blueberries and lemon zest, and when it is somewhere between a muffin and a scone....a crossover cookie...if you will, it's perfectly fine to eat them for breakfast with a strong espresso or a piping hot tea. These cookies are light and slightly sweet and absolutely delicious. I made a double batch and shall drop a dozen or so off and various neighbors for their morning break. The recipe is HERE. I didn't have lemon essence so I used vanilla instead and threw in the zest of one whole lemon. Delicious they are, especially with a little lemon drizzle.


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Here are the latest headlines in North Carolina cleantech, biotech, and tech news:
—The first commercial-scale wind farm in the South is now slated for the North Carolina coast. Spanish company Iberdrola Renewables plans to spend $600 million to erect 102 wind turbines on 22,000 acres near Elizabeth City, and could add up to 50 more turbines, The Associated Press reported. The wind farm would generate 204 megawatts, enough electricity to power about 60,000 homes.
—TransEnterix’s (NYSE: TRXC) secondary stock offering is now expected to net up to $52 million. The Research Triangle Park company said underwriters for the stock offering are partially exercising their option to purchase additional shares. TransEnterix launched the stock sale in June to support commercialization plans for the company’s SurgiBot surgical robotic system, which the FDA is currently reviewing for marketing clearance.
—E-commerce technologies firm Inmar acquired a Cincinnati company that manages trade promotions for packaged goods manufacturers and retailers. Inmar disclosed no financial terms for its acquisition of Scanner Applications. The deal is the latest in a string of acquisitions for Winston-Salem-based Inmar, including the purchase last fall of Wisconsin digital coupon startup Hopster.
—Private equity firm Falfurrias Capital Partners acquired a controlling stake in RegEd, a Morrisville financial technology company that provides software and financial continuing education for banks. The companies disclosed no financial details of the deal. Charlotte-based Falfurrias told The Charlotte Observer that the company sees opportunities in the growing financial regulations that banks face.
—Power and automation technology company ABB (NYSE: ABB) is selling its Huntersville cable factory to wire and cable producer Southwire Company, based in Carrollton, GA. No financial terms were disclosed, but Switzerland-based ABB, which operates its North American headquarters from Cary, said in a statement that it remains committed to the high-voltage cable business.


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SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A homecoming is mixed with melancholy. A Roseville man is home after he was hurt in a parasailing accident during his honeymoon.
His return was paid for by community support after the parasailing tragedy that stole his new bride from him and their future together.
Victor Rodriguez was on the gurney being gingerly offloaded from this private plane at McClellan Air Park.
“We are thrilled he is alive and he’s making great strides,” said Victor’s mother Jeannie.
He is home now healing in a local hospital more than a month after suffering beyond imagination — not just physical injuries, but a broken heart as well.
“He still has a chest tube, he has drains, broken ribs, and of course, he lost the love of his life. That says it all really,” said Jeannie.
Victor lost his wife of just 12 days, Crystal Rodriguez, in a freak parasailing mishap on their honeymoon in the Bahamas.
“Tragically we lost Crystal who was like a daughter to us,” said Jeannie.
But the support of family, friends, the family church and the community was what brought this grieving groom back to his grateful family. It cost $25,000 dollars just to fly him in from Orlando.
“We’ve just been covered in prayer covered in love,” said Jeannie.
Church friends and family brought him from Bahamas and car dealers brought him home on this flight
The Greater Sacramento New Car Dealers Association paid for the flight to Sacramento.
Victor’s family is still accepting cash donations on his behalf. Here’s how you can donate:
c/o Rodriguez family care fund
300 University Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95825


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A February which produced heatwaves and tropical cyclones has been confirmed as the hottest on record for Auckland and Nelson.
Despite a cooler final week of summer, all of the North Island was 1.2C hotter than its mean temperature in February, and Tauranga was 2.2C warmer than normal.
National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research climate scientist Georgina Griffiths said last month was a tale of two islands.
While the North Island sweltered in dry, hot conditions, the South Island had record rainfall in usually arid Alexandra.
Auckland had its warmest February, with an average afternoon temperature of 25.8C at the Leigh monitoring station.
Nelson, with a reading of 24.2C, also had its hottest February in nearly 50 years of record-keeping.
Barely a drop of rain fell in central North Island last month.
Taupo and Ohakune had only 2mm of rainfall. In a usual February, Taupo would get 90mm of rain.
But the usually bone-dry Central Otago had twice as much rain as a normal February.
The small amount of rainfall in the North Island meant soil moisture levels were deficient in usually damp areas – Wairarapa, Taranaki and even Wellington.
A soil moisture deficit of more than 110mm was also evident in Nelson, Marlborough and north Canterbury.
During the heatwave from February 2 to 7, several towns had their hottest day on record. Timaru’s reading of 41.3C was its warmest in 125 years and only 1.1C shy of New Zealand’s hottest day.
The abnormally high temperatures also encouraged many unwanted phenomena – greater numbers of microscopic jellyfish in Auckland’s warm waters, an increased threat of large storms, more swarms of household flies, and an outbreak of avian botulism in urban waterways.
Auckland Regional Public Health issued a warning in mid-February on the dangers of excessive heat, and urged people to keep an eye on the most vulnerable – elderly, young people, and those with medical conditions.
Niwa predicted a mild autumn in all parts of the country as the warmer La Nina temperatures faded before winter.
* All of North Island 1.2C warmer than usual.
* Tauranga – mean temperature of 21.7C (98-year record).
* Auckland’s mean maximum temperature 25.8C.
* Heatwave from Feb 2 to 7.
* Taupo, Ohakune – 2mm of rain (3 per cent of usual rainfall).
* Soil moisture deficits in Wairarapa, Taranaki, Manawatu and Kapiti Coast.
* Highest peak temperatures on record in Timaru (41.3C), Gisborne (36.2C) and Te Puke (31.2C).
Homepage image / Debbie Zillwood
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Please note this was a NZ Herald story
on 2/03/2011 4:37am
since when does Leigh represent the whole Auckland area?
And I thought the average overall temperature is what counts – in which case, there is no record at all. NIWA’s preliminary summary says for Auckland “well above average” for temperature, not “record high”
I think this is a very misleading story…(note I’m not having a go a you guys, first saw this story on NZ Herald this morning)
on 2/03/2011 6:32pm
yes, its a misleading article
yes some places in the NI had record warm Feb
for Auckland proper, it was not a record warm February, as was predicted here in the middle of the month


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Face serums are lightweight, fast-absorbing liquids, oils or gels that provide highly concentrated doses of key active ingredients. They’re usually made with ingredients that consist of smaller molecules than those found in lotions and creams, making them especially good at penetrating deeply into skin. Think of a serum as a powerful primer.
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- What is the percentage of Vitamin C in your Brighten Up Vitamin C Serum?
- How is the Vitamin C in Brighten Up different to regular Vitamin C serums?
- Is it safe to use Brighten Up Vitamin C Serum before spending time in the sun?
- How should I store my Brighten Up Vitamin C Serum?
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View Some Choice Legs In The New Tour de France: The Official Game Trailer
Mmmm, those sure are some well-sculpted legs. Fitting for the athletes that would be competing in an event like the Tour de France. This new trailer for Tour de France: The Official Game is pretty much all in-game footage of dudes racing, but no real gameplay’s shown. The graphics are alright, but I’m disappointed that I don’t know how the game’s gonna work. Will we have to alternate the left and right triggers to move, or will it be one button? Will there be rider customization?
I guess we’ll just have to find out when this game releases on July 1st.


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Age of Nature Conservation Panel Discussion
12/03/2020 | 1h 3m 31s | Video has closed captioning.
The Age of Nature brings together wildlife filmmaking, science, anthropology, and history to shed light on perhaps the biggest story of our time. Local experts shared what conservation efforts are taking place across the Southern Tier of New York and how you can become involved. This panel discussion took place after a screening of the Critical Zone and PBS' Age of Nature.
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The electronic properties of electrodeposited Ru oxide films supported on Au have been examined in situ by Ru LIII and LII edge X-ray absorption near edge structure (XANES) in acid media. The results obtained are consistent with the main voltammetric peak centered at 0.7 V vs RHE as being attributed to a redox couple involving formally Ru3+ and Ru4+ sites in the lattice. A linear correlation was found between the extent of oxidation of the film as derived from a deconvolution of the spectral features and the charge as determined from coulometric analysis of the voltammetric curves. This observation suggests that only two Ru-based redox states are involved in this electrochemical process.
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- Physical and Theoretical Chemistry
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
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Wouldn't it be great if someone made a kit that allowed you to get the rest of the options out of the kit without wasting tons of plastic?
Looks like you're in the right place.
Finish up building all of the different weapon options in the Heavy Weapon kit along with the additional 12x 50mm bases you'll need, using our Magnetic Bases.

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JENNIFER GRAVES - LOLLY JO LOLLI
Jennifer Graves started Lolly Jo Lolli in 2009 after many years of jewelry making as a hobby. In those years she has explored many different mediums and found working with resin to be the element that brought it all together. Her jewelry is modern, with simple lines and bold colors. Originally from northern California, Jennifer currently lives and works in Woodinville, Washington.


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Social networking giant Facebook has filed a patent for an unusual unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) called a “dual-kite aerial vehicle” that actually use kites to stay aloft. According the patent this “dual-kite aerial vehicle” is composed of two kites tethered together and floating at different altitudes. Each kite could be directed independently, and the drone could generate its own energy to extend its flight time.
Facebook filed the patent in November of 2018. It claims the kite drone would improve on more plane- or helicopter-like designs by cutting down the weight, cost, and size required to keep an aircraft flying for long periods of time. Fleets of drones could be operated wirelessly from the ground, and the drones could generate power through solar panels or tether movement.
The patent states, “The purpose is to extend its flying time. The systems described herein additionally include components for generating electrical energy from the gradient air movement to extend a flight time of the dual-kite aerial vehicle”.
The patent also explains that it aims to overcome the shortcoming found in other drones. “As UAV design moves into this challenging new frontier, shortcomings of conventional aircraft design have become increasingly apparent,” reads the patent description. It goes on to name all the complications encountered by UAVs from poor performance to unpredictable flight conditions.
Facebook says that these drones could still be fairly large even describing the tether to be a kilometer-long. The drones could also generate power through solar panels or tether movement.
Its purpose is not yet known but one could assume it is to boost or give access to the internet in our of reach areas. That has been the purpose of the other drones Facebook has toyed with till date. While most drone news followers will remember Facebook’s Aquila and Catalina projects- both were met with mixed reviews. The first was a 900-pound carbon fiber aircraft while the latter used bird-sized drones.
This time round it still remains unclear if Facebook is directly involved with building the drones. It does however indicate Facebook‘s continuing interest in experimental aerial vehicles. Since Facebook’s attempts to spread internet access worldwide have proven controversial — so even if the design is great, it may not want to launch a fleet of Facebook kites. But given that it’s previously partnered with companies like Airbus, it’s also not hard to imagine the company collaborating on new aerial systems.
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The ADR* and RID* are European agreements related to the international carriage of dangerous goods by the RID Safety Committee and the Working Party on the Transport of Dangerous Goods (WP.15).
The RID Safety Committee and WP.15 manage the European agreement on the transport of dangerous goods by rail (RID) and road (ADR), respectively. KR Hellas has acquired the authority to examine gas vessels and containers for transporting dangerous goods for export to Europe and provides related services.
* ADR : European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
* RID : Regulations concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail


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Playwright and actor Sharon Holland brings her production of Dirty Laundry for its debut performance in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 September 2012.
Produced by Act on It Productions, based in Bakewell, the production tackles the topic of Breast Cancer and has been hailed as an endearing and sensitively handled piece which not only raised awareness but much needed funds for several charities.
The performance presents the story of a recovered breast cancer patient, Jean, as she realises life is too short. When Jean recovers from breast cancer she recognises it’s time to make every day matter, finding renewed optimism for a brighter and more fulfilling future. After finding support hard to come by she finds inspiration in a hidden artistic talent, and true friendship from an unconditional source.
Not everyone finds her newly acquired confidence infectious. Jean’s neighbours Peggy and Faith are compulsive obsessive housewives, whose lives appear to be as sparkling as the houses they live in. They both exist in a cosy, safe environment where ‘risk’ is a four letter word.
But is anyone’s life really so stain free? It will all come out in the wash!
With a cast of two, Sharon Holland and Brenda Chapel play all the various characters in this production, their transformation being very much part of the performance.
All proceeds from the production will go to the Helen’s Trust, a charity that supports people with incurable diseases, who have chosen to stay at home.
On sale now - Wednesday September 12, 13, 2012, Memorial Hall, 7.30pm, tickets: £15, Box office: tel. 01142 789 789 Sheffield City Hall


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Hot weather and cold beer makes Samoa a winner
Phillip Cook of Auckland New Zealand is no stranger to Samoa.
On the island for business, he has been travelling back and forth for years.
The Dear Tourist caught up with Mr. Cook yesterday while he was walking on Beach Road heading back to Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey’s Hotel where he is staying.
“I’m only here for four days this time but I’ll try and make the most of it,” he said.
“I have been travelling to Samoa so many times now and every time I come over the place is improving in so many ways.”
“The people are just beautiful and very friendly and we don’t get that back home.”
“I always enjoy whenever I come here even if it’s just a short period of time.”
“It’s different from home, the environment, the people and especially the weather.”
“At the moment it’s freezing and wet back home so it’s good to come to a place where it’s warm and the sun is shining.”
Asked for his opinion on what needs to improve for Samoa to get more tourists, he said: “Well, I guess Samoa needs to have more restaurants.”
“I know for a fact that all the tourists that come here have money and they will be looking for places to spend their money on so I recommend having more restaurants.”
“I also recommend Samoa to have craft beer like back home because that has become popular back home so I guess those two ideas will help with the economy and people will come and spend their money on.”
“My favourite beer is Vailima and I enjoy it every time I come here and I think it’s the only local beer I have tasted.”
“It’s different from the beers back home because I usually drink Heineken and craft beer but they are expensive so coming here and enjoying the taste of Vailima is just good and saves money as well.”
Mr. Cook went on to say that he will definitely recommend Samoa to his friends and families.
“I’m planning to bring my family for a holiday instead of business,” he told the Dear Tourist.
“I want to spend more days here and visit the other side of the island but I wanted to do it together with my family.”
“But there is nothing negative that I can say about Samoa because it is what it is and tourists enjoy it very much whenever they come here.”


Should I Get Paid In Bitcoin For My Services?
Many businesses now accept Bitcoin as a form of payment, and for good reason. In the past 12 months, Bitcoin has gone being valued at around $6000 to its current value at over $60,000. So, if you are considering accepting BTC for services rendered, now is the time to start.
While you cannot use cryptocurrency to buy everything, there are many ways to makes Bitcoin work for you and your business. This includes using a Bitcoin exchange to sell your cryptocurrency for USD or CAD, for example.
Why Is Bitcoin So Valuable Today?
There are many reasons that Bitcoin’s value has exploded over the past few years. One of the most recent reasons is that Elon Musk and Tesla recently purchased $1.5 Billion of Bitcoin. This purchase came shortly after the most recent halving of Bitcoin occurred in May 2020.
So not only has one of the business/tech-savvy men in the world endorsed Bitcoin and moved the market, but Bitcoin miners are now only rewarded with 6.25 Bitcoins for mining transactions. This is a decrease from a 12.5 BTC reward. All of this means that Bitcoin is moving closer to scarcity.
But perhaps more importantly, Bitcoin as well as other cryptocurrencies, have achieved wider applicability in recent years. And as we move to more digital and remote solutions, using a secure digital and global currency just makes good sense.
The Pros of Getting Paid in Bitcoin
Bitcoin is particularly useful for participating in a global market. Because of its design, peer-to-peer transactions are safe and easy. That means that you no longer need to rely on third parties, such as banks, to ensure the credibility of those you transact with.
Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin operate on blockchain technology with decentralized nodes all around the world. That means that transactions cannot be forged because of the design of the blockchain and the complexity of encryption.
It also means that Bitcoin runs on a very clear code. Decentralized nodes (computers) compete to confirm Bitcoin transactions if and only if the code is completed by the digital security keys. When these transactions are confirmed, the node is rewarded with Bitcoin and a transaction fee.
This also means that you cannot promise to pay someone with Bitcoins that you do not have in your possession. Unless your account reflects the necessary balance, your transaction will not be approved. All of these features make Bitcoin ideal for transacting with strangers.
Although Bitcoin remains one of the most valuable cryptocurrencies and assets in the world, certain limitations ought to be considered as well. Adoption rates for cryptocurrencies continue to rise. However, there is still limited usability. Cryptocurrencies are not accepted for everything, so to pay for basic needs and small daily purchases, you will still need to use fiat currencies for the foreseeable future.
Many also worry about the volatility of cryptocurrencies, which is also a legitimate concern. While it is unlikely that Bitcoin will drop way below its current price, it is difficult to predict its future because the asset has not been around for long and is still in a developmental stage. Again, this is not necessarily a bad thing, just the reality of the situation.
However, what it does mean is that making small transactions with Bitcoin is not necessarily advisable. For example, if you buy a cup of coffee for 0.00003 BTC, you must still pay a transaction fee, and currently, transaction fees are around $20. $20 is a small fee when you are buying $5000 of BTC, but in this example, you have paid $23 for a cup of coffee.
As such, there are only certain purchases that you will likely want to use Bitcoin for. But that is not necessarily a reason not to be paid in BTC. It is merely an important consideration.
Bitcoin is Taxable Income
Finally, Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are treated as taxable income in many countries, including the US, UK, and Canada. As such, if you accept digital currencies for services rendered, you are required to report some or all of this on your income tax.


To a fashion icon’s 132nd and a day, happy birthday Coco Chanel.
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On next week's Drivetime show we will be joined on Monday by David Widdowson . On Tuesday we will be joined by Bake it Easy. The Drivetime Sessions on Wednesday will feature Li-Li. On Thursday we will be joined by Emily - Black Box Theatre Company.
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Spicy foods, foods that have a lot of acid (like tomatoes and oranges), and coffee can make heartburn symptoms worse in some people. If your symptoms are worse after you eat a certain food, you may want to stop eating that food to see if your symptoms get better.
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November 14, 2014
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The enzyme helps mills improve process efficiency and profitability. The patent received an invention classification, meaning the product derived is a totally new creation.
“For the first time, at DuPont Nutrition & Health, a patent was led by a Brazilian research team,” said Eduardo Pimentel, DuPont Nutrition & Health's innovation leader who was responsible for the enzyme’s development. “The process for registering a global patent requires extensive research work, which also involved the global team of scientists. This project began in 2008, when an idea arose from the team at DuPont Nutrition & Health Brazil to work on a real mill problem.”
The PowerMill enzyme impacts the entire production chain: from the raw material to the final consumer, said the company in a press release. The enzyme is an alternative for improving the efficiency of wheat processing, allowing mills to increase productivity, the quality of flour and the reduction of important costs.
The product has been tested on wheat grains all over the world and on all types of wheat, known in the industry as “soft,” “hard” and “semi-hard”. During the test phase, a reduction of the cost mainly in reference to electric energy and reduction of investments in silos, was verified by reducing the rest time of the wheat before the process of milling. Perhaps the most impressive benefit among the enzyme’s applications is that it leads to a higher production of white flour and lower quantity of pigments, which is highly valued by consumers and manufacturers of breads, pastas and cakes.
“Enzymes provide numerous opportunities for innovation and are a huge, expanding segment,” said Deia Vilela, regional director of food enzymes at DuPont Nutrition & Health. “The PowerMill enzyme is a product that has pioneered a very important segment in the food industry that is lacking in novelties: the milling market. This patent recognizes the innovation that DuPont Nutrition & Health delivers to its customers.”