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Novels and movies are two totally different entertainment mediums, and converting a lengthy novel into a feature film is a hell of an undertaking. Hollywood, however has a tradition of retaining both the theme and the original spirit of the novels into their film adaptations. Although, not every Hollywood book movie adaptation remains faithful to the original script, but the 20 best book to movie adaptations that we are going to list today did manage to preserve the real essence of their original source:
20. The 39 Steps
The John Buchan’s adventure novel (published in 1915) was adapted in many feature films but the best adaptation came from Alfred Hitchock in the form of The 39 Steps (1935), starring Robert Donat, Lucie Mannheim and Robert Donat.
Not only is the film considered a Hitchcock classic, but it is also considered to be the best mystery movie of all time by various film critics.
19. The Road
Cormac McCarthy’s “The Road” (published in 2006) is about the adventurous journey of an ailing father and his son towards the ocean in a post-apocalyptic treacherous world.
The well received novel was turned into a feature film, that was both commercially and critically successful, by John Hillcoat in 2009.
Carrie (1976) was based on Stephen King’s horror novel of the same name (published in 1974) and became a huge hit at the box office upon its release.
The movie is about a shy girl named Carrie and her strained relation with her community and her fundamentalist mother. Carrie possesses a unique psychic ability to move things without touching them which, due to certain turn of events, soon turns into a weapon of horror and destruction.
17. The Heiress
William Wyler re-imagining of Henry James’s romantic novel Washington Square (published in 1880), that revolves around the love story of a poor lad and a girl whose rich father considers the guy to be a fake and only interested in her daughter’s fairly large inheritance, produced an epic romantic drama in 1949 that is still loved by all romance genre fans.
Divergent (2014) is a successful science fiction movie series based on Veronica Roth’s novel series of the same name and revolves around the life of Tris that sets on a mission to find the cause that makes every ‘divergent’ so dangerous and unacceptable to the society (a society that is divided into various factions).
15. The Double
The Double (2013) is Richard Ayoade’s one of the best picture till date starring Mia Wasikowska and Jesse Eisenberg that brought to life Fyodor Dostoevsky’s 1846 novel that describes the life of a clerk who encounters a co-worker who though resembles his exact physical characteristics but is totally opposite to his nature; charismatic, confident and seductive with women.
The creative cinematography and brain-teasing screenplay of the film impressed audiences and critics alike.
14. The Fault in Our Stars
John Green’s 2012 romantic novel “The Fault in Our Stars” got adopted by Josh Boone in 2014’s movie with the same name and became an instant success. The plot revolves around two teen cancer patients who meet at a cancer support group and fell in love.
Both Ansel Elgort and Shailene Woodley shined throughout the film and despite some differences between the novel and the film, the film adaptation was widely praised for bringing to life the original novel very well.
13. The Monuments Men
Although many major World War II battles are very well-preserved in various Hollywood war classics, but one of the most trickiest real World War 2 related missions was brought to life by George Clooney in the form of The Monuments Men (2014) which was itself a weak adaptation of Robert M. Edsel/Bret Witter’s book; The Monuments Men: Allied Heroes, Nazi Thieves and the Greatest Treasure Hunt in History (published in 2009).
This war drama is centered around an Allied forces mission that was conducted to secure precious art masterpieces from the German thieves. It performed well both at the box office and with the critics.
12. Edge of Tomorrow
Based on 2004’s All You Need Is Kill novel by Hiroshi Sakurazaka, this Doug Liman’s master piece rocked the box office upon its release in 2014, thanks to the stunning performance of Tom Cruise and a witty action packed screenplay.
The storyline is centered on a not-so-brave military officer that keeps reliving his day each time after getting killed in a war against aliens that only he can win.
11. The Prestige
Christopher Nolan adapted Christopher Priest’s book (published in 1995) of the same name in The Prestige (2006) that depicts the competition between two former partner magicians who compete each other for creating the ultimate magic trick.
The contest soon takes a darker angle and the brilliant screenplay keeps intact the true nature of this unusual story. The film made both commercial and critical success.


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Second Phase of Dredging Project To Begin
The BLFWD has awarded a contract for 8.3 miles of dredging in Bayou Lafourche between Belle Rose and Napoleonville. Work could begin as early as this month on the $15 million project.
This is the second phase of a large-scale project to increase Mississippi River water flow into Bayou Lafourche and improve water quality for over 300,000 residents who depend on the Bayou for drinking water.
The first phase of the dredging project included nearly six miles from Donaldsonville to Belle Rose and was completed in 2011. Funding is provided by the Coastal Impact Assistance Program, which sends money from offshore energy production back to the state for coastal projects.


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I wanted to try bleaching my photographs as Curtis Mann has done. With this effect I hoped to make my photos into one of a kind artefacts, rather than reproduced prints. I hope that this effect will give my photos an ethereal/other worldly quality.
The photos vary in technique, I did the first two by simply brushing the bleach on to the photo.
The small circular patterns are caused by bubbles within the bleach.
This was my final image, and it’s also my favourite of them all. I built up layers of bleach, slowly removing the colour from the photo. I really love the way the trees at the top edge have turned orange, as well as the red tinge in parts of the photo.
I did enjoy creating these images, but I did not get the look I wanted to achieve. I think the technique would look nicer on brighter prints.


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Buying a car is a big investment. First you have to find out how you want to finance the purchase.
You can buy a car with cash or find car loans. In the latter case, you will need to make an initial deposit, followed by monthly deposits on capital and interest. Your credit rating determines the interest rate that the car dealers use to sell the car to you.
The interest rate can make a big difference to the price you ultimately pay for the car.
Who issues 0% car loans?
Many car dealers lure buyers with 0% car loans. Many assume that this is a scam, but the loans are intended for people with perfect credit ratings. You might ask yourself, how does someone offer a 0% car loan? How does he make a profit?
Most 0% car loans are often offered by car manufacturers. Their business is to sell cars. The more units they sell, the more they produce. The car manufacturers finance the loan, and they work out an incentive program with the dealer for the number of cars sold. Banks rarely give 0% loans.
Car manufacturers will give 0% loans to clear their old stock. This is the reason why most loans are given to specific car models. The more they sell, the higher the profit. Since the loans are usually marketed aggressively, the dealer will see an increase in sales of other car models that do not necessarily have the 0% credit.
How to locate a 0% auto loan
Car dealers grant the majority of the 0% car loans through aggressive marketing. They will have them advertised on their websites. Since the loans are for specific car models, you need to look for a car that you like. Some websites offer aggregated 0% car loan providers. This makes it easier for you to find the ideal dealer.
Also, be careful about hidden fees, as some dealers may charge some fees in the fine print.
How do you qualify for the 0% car loans?
The first thing the dealer will look at is your credit rating. Most people who receive 0% car loans usually have a long, solid credit history with no defaults. It is impossible for people with bad credit to get this type of loan.
In most cases, people with a credit history of 700 or more are eligible for the 0% car loans. The higher the score, the better your chances of getting the loan. The above scales are based on a credit rating of 300 to 850, and most car manufacturers will take you to their showroom if your credit rating is good.
Do you like the car?
Most of the 0% car loans are for car models that the car dealer is trying to dispose of. You must first consider whether the car is right for you. It makes little sense to buy something you cannot afford or do not like. Remember that even with an interest rate of zero percent, you will still have to make monthly payments for the car. This should not be to the detriment of utility bills, otherwise there is a high probability that you will default.
The next question you should also ask yourself is whether the car dealer offers any incentives. These could include discounts. For a new car with 0% car credit, you have two options. First, you can pay the 0% car loan for certain months – usually 60 months – or get a cash discount of $1,000. You will need to use a calculator to find the best deal.
Terms of the loan
The fact that you are offered a 0% car loan does not necessarily mean that you should choose the offer. This type of loan is associated with long repayment periods of up to 36 months. This means that you will have higher monthly loan rates. If you can find a car loan that has longer repayment months, all the better: preferably 60 months. The loans are also limited to the type of car you should choose.
The biggest misconception among car owners is that their cars are assets. A car loses value. Therefore one should always avoid paying high-interest rates. By the time you have finished paying the car loan, the value of the car will have decreased by up to 30%. Before you go shopping for the 0% car loans, consider the loss in value of the car.
The decision to buy a new car is a delicate matter. It’s nice to own a new car, but in the first few years the loss in value is very large. In the case of a used car, however, someone must bear the loss in value on your behalf. You can buy a used car for almost half the price of a new car.
When you get a 0% car loan, make sure you negotiate everything. Find out what price other dealers are selling the car at. Start by negotiating the purchase price and then negotiate the loan terms.
When it comes to the actual signing of the contract, come with someone who knows about contracts. The 0% loan rate should be clearly defined in the contract, otherwise, you will be shocked to learn that you are buying the car at a higher interest rate.
Paying for the car in cash is the best option. It is difficult, but you can avoid the monthly payments and all the hidden costs. If the car dealer’s offer is too good to be true, you can opt for a loan from a credit union or bank. This may mean you have to pay more interest, but you will get a car model that you like.
Interest-free car loans are very attractive. But they are only granted for certain car models. The automakers finance the loans to clear their immovable assets. To qualify, you must have a perfect credit rating. Check the loan repayment months. Longer months mean you pay less per month, but you are tied to the loan longer. Shorter months mean higher payments, but you repay your loan faster.
Hi, I’m Magnus, the owner and the writer of Mechanic Base. I have been working with cars for 10 years, specialized in diagnostics and troubleshooting. I created this blog because I was tired of finding false information on the web while looking for repair information. I hope you enjoy my content!

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Trine University Theatre
The Trine University Theatre is responsible for producing two plays a year. These take place in both the Fall and Spring Semester in Ryan Concert Hall for the Performing Arts in the T. Furth Center.
Students audition for rolls at the beginning of the semester. They then rehearse four nights a week Sunday through Thursday for three months. Trine students not only perform, but they assist in all aspects of the production, from costuming to prop design, the Theater has something for all!
Shows are open to the public as well as students. Ticket pricing is released closer to the production date.
Interested in persuing a Theatre minor? Check out Trine's minor here.
For any questions reach out to professor, Lou Ann Homan.
Meet Professor Lou Ann Homan
Lou Ann Homan is a writer, a teacher, a storyteller, and a lover of small towns. Her enthusiasm for teaching has graced Indiana classrooms for over 40 years and has been twice awarded the prestigious Lilly Teacher Creativity Award. She is currently a professor at Trine University in the Humanities and Communication Department. In 2017 she was awarded the outstanding Adjunct Teacher award at Trine University.
Lou Ann is an award-winning columnist for KPC Media Group, whose weekly column has appeared every Saturday morning for fifteen years in newspapers in all four counties in northern Indiana. In 2014 Lou Ann received the Mayor’s Arts and Humanities Award.
Lou Ann’s storytelling skills have twice brought her the Frank Basile Emerging Stories Fellowship grant, and four commissioned pieces from Indiana Landmarks. She has told stories on many Fringe Festival stages throughout the Midwest and has carried her from the green hills of Ireland to China, and from Florida to Arizona. She has been on the roster of Arts for Learning for many years and was awarded the Anna Award in 2015 for her outstanding plan for program enhancement.
Her newest project is taking over the Trine Theatre. It is definitely a labor of love for her!
When not traveling, teaching, or directing, Lou Ann can be found in her hometown of Angola, Indiana where she is a member of the Historic Preservation Commission and the Downtown Angola Coalition bringing arts to her hometown. She writes late into the night under a red frayed lamplight, gardens at the community gardens, celebrates and promotes cultural events, and tells stories on the square and bikes her way around her small town.


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I have determined by careful listening that there are zero recordings of this tune anywhere on the indexed recordings, regardless of tune title.
Here are all transcriptions of this tune considering only the indexed books, listed in chronological order.
|As misc #2 in [MM] Martin Mulvihill. First Collection of Traditional Irish Music.|
|In [FMH] Tom Hastings. The Feis Musicians Handbook [sic].|
|As misc #7 in [Cobb] Dan Cobb. Cobb's Music of Ireland.|
|As tune #37 in [DM 4] Dave Mallinson. 100 Vital Irish Session Tunes.|
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After Gov. Mark Dayton announced he would not accept a paycheck during the shutdown, we asked all the Minnesota legislators whether they would follow suit. While the vast majority didn't reply, we got some responses and put together a preliminary list. Now we've got our hands on the official li ... More >>
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TWO brothers, 68 and 78, were attacked by two men in masks on Monday at the 68-year-old’s home in Ayios Athanasios, Limassol.
According to a police report, the attackers rushed at the 78-year-old on Monday morning after he left his brother’s house in order to go back home in Polemidhia.
His cries for help prompted his 68-year-old brother to rush to the scene, only to be attacked too before the perpetrators fled.
The altercation left the elder brother with bruises to the face and rushed to the Limassol General for treatment, while the 68-year-old gave a statement to the police.
According to the statement, the two men were young and heavily built, but the victims were unable to offer clues to their nationality as they did not speak during the attack.
Police suspect the attackers had hoped to rob the 68-year-old but were unaware that his brother was with him in the house.

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I’m a little embarrassed to be writing about deviled eggs. For those of you keeping up with the culinary trendsetters,you are surely laughing at me. Deviled eggs? That’s like wearing … well, there’s been a recent spat of such terribly bad fashion that I can’t even pick an appropriate simile. Deviled eggs may not have the glamour of a home-made charcuterie plate and they may have slid from their position as clever 60’s sophistication to their current culinary rung of populating Tupperware parties, but they are seriously delicious.
I haven’t been to many cocktail parties, so I don’t really know where I’ve cultivated my visionof deviled eggs as quintessential cocktailfare. Too much Mad Men perhaps? It is quite the 60s housewife as far as preparationis concerned. Those full skirts and tiny waists beckon me to abandon any thoughts of trendy ingredients like smoked salmon and goat cheese, let alone oven roasted anything. "Come," they say, twirling in a whirl of cigarette smoke and perfectly matte red lipstick, "Boil some eggs!" To which I can only acquiesce.
But deviled eggs should not be relegated to the old-fashioned corner forever. With its creamy texture and lightly flavored base, it can hold up to all sorts of re-interpretations. To cut down on the fat and punch up the zing, I swap out the traditional mayonnaise for yogurt and mustard. A puttanesca twist with anchovies and capers. A topping of marinated shredded beets. A pinch of garam masala for a curried twist. A blend of pesto or spicy roasted peppers.The possibilities are endless.
Basic Deviled Eggs
12 large eggs
1 tablespoon mustard
1 tablespoon thick Greek style yogurt
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1 dash Tabasco sauce
salt and pepper to taste
Place eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring the pot to a boil, then remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Run eggs under cold water. Peel and half the eggs, then scoop out the yolks and mash them together with remaining ingredients. Spoon or pipe the mixture back into egg whites. Refrigerate until serving.
Anchovies and olives
Chop up two anchovy fillets, 4 capers, 2 olives, and a very small bulb of garlic. Chop up all ingredients very finely and mash with egg yolks. No need to add additional salt.
Grate a raw beet and mix with 1 bulb minced garlic, 3 tbsp red wine vinegar, 3 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Leave to marinate for an hour. Top every egg with a spoonful of beet salad.
Roast one large spicy pepper directly over an open flame on the stovetop until blackened. Place the roasted pepper in a bowl and cover until it cools. Peel the skin off, but do not rinse the pepper under the tap. Remove the seeds and veins. Chop finely and mix with egg yolks.
Make a batch of pesto in a blender with 3 cloves garlic, 3 cups basil, ¼ cup of almonds, pine nuts, walnuts or sunflower seeds, ¼ cup of grated Parmesan and enough oil to get the blender working. Substitute the yogurt in the Basic Deviled Eggs recipe with a tablespoon of pesto. Freeze the leftover pesto and use it for pasta.

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How to Create a Consistent ID for Your Chrome Extension
Quickstart and a Deep Dive Into the World of Chrome Extension Ids and Ensure Your Extension Has a Consistent One
If you're a Chrome extension developer needing to interface with an API expecting a consistent URL, you've likely run into the issue of non-consistent Chrome IDs.
If all you want to do is generate a consistent ID and don't want to know more about the details, you can completely ignore this entire blog post and take these steps:
- Go to Plasmo Itero's Generate Keypairs tool
- Click Generate KeyPairs
- Copy the private key and either discard it or keep it safe.
- Take the public key and put it in your manifest.json file in the key field
- If you are using the Plasmo framework, store the CRX_ID in an environment variable, then reference it inside the manifest override instead!
- Load your extension in Chrome to get its CRX ID
What is a Chrome Extension ID?
Let's have a precise definition and unpack this as we go
A Chrome Extension ID is the first 32 characters of the SHA256 hash of a public key, where characters 0-9a-f are translated to their respective a-p counterparts.
Whew. Okay, let's dig into that!
What is a public key?
First things first, what is a public key? Well, it's a concept from a type of cryptography known as Public Key or Asymmetric Cryptography. For more information about public key cryptography, check out this great YouTube video from Computerphile discussing it.
So how does this relate to Chrome Extensions?
You have a Chrome Extension that you want to send to a friend, but your friend wants to ensure that nobody has tampered with it. How would you send it?
The Chrome team uses digital signatures to accomplish that task. So whenever you package a CRX file, a little header gets added that says "if you hash all the contents in this extension, you'll get this number: XYZ. And you can trust this message because the only person who can create this kind of message is the person with a certain private key tied to this extension's public key."
Since your public key is readily available, skeptics can test the authenticity of the message using your public key and inspect the contents to make sure the hashed values match. Chrome does this every time you load an extension!
Now that we understand how public keys play a role here, let's talk about where they're stored. Public keys are associated with extensions via the "key" field in the manifest.json. There, they are Base64 encoded strings.
Chrome Extension SHA256 Hashing
If it finds the public key in the key field of the manifest.json, it'll decode the Base64 into binary and then get its SHA256 hash. It'll trim the hash to get the first 32 characters of it.
If Chrome doesn't find a key field there, it'll generate a unique ID by looking at the file path of the unpacked extension.
Why does Chrome translate the SHA256 hash?
Now that Chrome has a 32-character SHA256 hash, it needs to do something special. It needs to translate all the characters to avoid numbers. SHA256 hashes are represented as hex, so the alphabet is 0-9 and a-f.
So Chrome will shift the characters to make 0 -> a, 1 -> b, all the way to f -> p. According to a comment in the open-source Chromium code, "We use the characters 'a'-'p' instead of '0'-'f' to avoid ever having a completely numeric host, since some software interprets that as an IP address."
The Chromium team did this so that certain software wouldn't perceive it as an IP address on the off-chance that a generated SHA256 hash only had numbers.
How To Generate Your Own Extension ID
Generating a Key Pair
The first step is to generate a key pair. We've built a tool to make that as easy as possible. All the code is run client-side, and nothing is ever sent to the server.
To get started, head over to the Itero KeyPair Generator tool.
- Click on Generate KeyPairs to have Plasmo's Itero tool automatically generate KeyPairs.
- Take the private key and either discard it or store it somewhere safe. You will not need it when it comes to local development.
- Take the public key and add it to your extension's manifest.json file like so:
1... 2"key": "MIIBIjANBgkqhkiG9w0BAQEFAAOCAQ8AMIIBCgKCAQEAsl7qpyCM71FIhlBGBdHP8ZK27hfCQUGgguXMlHT+bjUP3ih0xf3VF4NL6AcAFuNdc8vcTbd0AlE/ZvU9GWP0ExIFN6mgFC8DOgDHO+IFtKhNSX064liSlT1MIKXmCtP1d6LZDclMKF/3so5q0EArww/w0iClEBtOCsL0qWBvXxoWukrEQS3VO+THxfZLEHrIqyzd0z/Ep7qyiM24f6HN+F01OlHSaGy6fUNcf+hSGeIqvkwFpE5l0fVQPoeMEuiLDWLd3JRnRl5m0roZf3jLyUSPynqLPfNWrK/i09zr/a37ObS3J+3tfZYcs4kF1bls41MuiLx8Wps7kXScbeEexwIDAQAB", 3...
We recommend storing this key in an environment variable instead if you are using the Plasmo framework:
- Add an
.envfile with CRX_KEY=<key-value>
- Reference the key in your manifest override:
When you load your extension in Chrome, you should see a new ID. This ID will stay the same no matter what you do with your extension as long as you have that key value in your manifest.json file.
How the Chrome Web Store uses Keys
When you upload to the Chrome Web Store, the store uses its private key to sign your extension and generate an ID. Your ID will differ after downloading your released extension on the web store.
Chrome uses the signature to ensure you can only install extensions from their approved web store. However, if you'd like a web store for your company, building and deploying extensions to your internal testers without going through Chrome, check out Plasmo Itero TestBed - the only staging environment for Browser Extension.
Thanks for reading! We're Plasmo, a company on a mission to improve browser extension development for everyone. If you're a company looking to level up your browser extension, reach out, or sign up for Itero to get started.


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Managing Director ICO Advisory, Blockchain Industries, Inc.
As managing director of ICOs at Blockchain Industries, Paul focuses on capital valuation and token metrics for origination and placement.
Prior to joining Blockchain Industries, Paul was a 15-year gaming executive veteran having served companies such as GoPets, ZAM Network, and Gazillion Entertainment, focusing on digital assets, virtual currencies, virtual economies and user adoption. Previously, he served as CEO of Xfire, the world's largest gaming community site with over 24 million registered users, as well as COO of OOmba, a cutting edge Saas-based tournament platform. He has advised multiple ICOs with raises of over $150 million and was a founding member of DNA fund.


What is junction temperature ?
A: A metric that is often listed on LED datasheets is a maximum junction temperature. The junction temperature of a diode is the temperature at the point where a diode connects to its base. There are a number of reasons why this junction temperature should be kept as low and stable as feasibly possible.
1. Lumen output decreases with increasing junction temperature, decreasing the fixtures efficiency.
2.The forward voltage of an LED can vary with junction temperature. This can be problematic for parallel strings, where strings with differing forward voltages can lead to current imbalances, and in worst case scenarios, thermal runaway.
3.The colour output of the light emitted from an LED can vary with changing junction temperature.
4.The junction temperature is also proportional to the lifetime of the diode. The lower the junction temperature, the longer the lifetime.
The three metrics affecting junction temperature are forward current, thermal resistance to ambient and ambient temperature itself. Therefore, the current that be driven through an LED while maintaining expected lifespan, light output and colour depends how much heat can be removed from the junction, which in turn depends on both ambient temperature and thermal resistance to output. Careful design is important to maximise the heat transfer to ambient.


Australia is full of evidence of dinosaurs and other creatures that roamed the Earth before us. Uncover their footprints, piece together their skeletons and discover these fascinating creatures.
With detailed illustrations and plenty of fun facts, this book is a great way to introduce the prehistoric creatures that once roamed our planet. From impressive armoured dinosaurs and long-necked sauropods, to ancient marine reptiles and the fossils we find today, find out all about life during the time of the dinosaurs.
By: Australian Geographic
Dimensions & Weight: 210x215x14mm, 200g approx


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The double-strap 'Aries' men's sandal are handcrafted by artisans locally. They are cut from black croc-stamped leather with minimal blue highlights. This leather pair as lightly cushioned insoles and leather-board footbed, so they are comfy enough to walk in all day. Wear them with anything from denim to linens. Locally handcrafted in Malaysia.
- Two-strap sandal in black croc leather upper
- Leather board insole with non-slip rubber outsole
- Round toe
- True to size

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Jillian Michaels is Engaged - Watch Proposal to Heidi Rhoades!
The 42-year-old former The Biggest Loser trainer popped the question on the season finale of her E! reality show Just Jillian.
Jillian proposed by playing a video montage showing their relationship and it ended with friends and family holding up the words “Will you marry me?” on signs.
“I know I’m an a–hole all the time, but if you’ll continue to put up with me, I would like you to marry me,” Jillian said as she got down on one knee.
“Heidi is the perfect person for me. The only place where there’s like a solace…a safe-haven is with my family,” Jillian said in her commentary. “And Heidi is the nucleus of that family. She’s the glue that really holds everything together and I think without that, I would be lost.”
Jillian and Heidi have two children together – a daughter named Lu and a son named Phoenix.
Click inside to watch the proposal video…

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Finhaus Labs is another innovative venture by Mark Austin and Greg Bartlett, the founders of Cashwerkz, the worldâ€™s first online marketplace for cash and fixed interest products.
Using their visionary approach and experience in reinventing the way we manage high touch financial processes, they developed unique IP to solve and largely automate the Know-Your-Client (KYC/AML) process for banking products in Australia.
Recognising their expertise and knowledge can be applied to other sectors, at the beginning of 2016 they formed a specialist team under the Finhaus Labs brand.
Finhaus Labs is applying the latest technologies, particularly Blockchain, to remove market friction in other sectors of financial services.
Joining Greg and Mark is Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Nicholas Addison, an acknowledged pioneer in blockchain technology. Under Nickâ€™s guidance, Finhaus Labs has attracted a global team of blockchain experts offering a range of blockchain services.
Our multidisciplinary team of Blockchain practitioners are focused on using Blockchain technologies to deliver solutions that challenge the status quo in the finance industry.
Mark Austin, Co-founder and Director
Along with over 25 years in investment banking and e-commerce systems, Mark has considerable experience in business leadership, driving results across both growth-stage and global financial institutions, including the Commonwealth Bank, Societe Generale and Citibank. His skill in implementation and management of e-commerce systems is second to none.
Greg Bartlett, Co-founder and Director
Finhaus Labs is the latest example of Gregâ€™s strong entrepreneurial skills managing complex software solutions to improve the cost and performance outcomes for businesses and individuals. With three decades in sales and marketing, Greg is also experienced in strategy and business development across many private and government industry sectors.
George Samman, Blockchain Business Advisor
George is passionate about blockchains and distributed consensus systems as applied to financial technologies. He believes that blockchains and financial technologies will change how business is done in all industries.
Brendan Watt, Blockchain Developer
Brendan graduated in 2011 with an honours degree in mechatronics from Sydney University, and has worked with a variety of technologies in both industrial and commercial environments. His passion is both identifying gaps in the market and finding innovative solutions using technology to bridge them. He has worked on government and private projects under an established engineering firm and in his own name.
His interest in blockchain application development brought him into the fintech sector in 2016.
Dylan McKendry, Blockchain Integration Developer
Dylan comes from a streamlined solution background having worked only in small companies. He has been involved in projects in retail, marketing and facilities management. He brings frontier technologies and applies them to give life to the concepts envisioned by his customers. Having worked with Xbox Kinect and augmented reality, systems integration for smart retail displays, full stack app and website development, he has a diverse skillset.
His passion is to revolutionise the way people see and use technology, and thatâ€™s how he came to Finhaus Labs.

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CONCUSSION CARE VIA TELEMEDICINE EBOOK
Learn how to incorporate telemedicine into your concussion care program from the initial telemedicine evaluation to discharge.
What Is Telemedicine?
Telemedicine is a subset of Telehealth (“Telehealth is a collection of means or methods for enhancing health care, public health, and health education delivery and support using telecommunications technologies.”)
Telemedicine refers more specifically to education over a distance and the provision of health care services using telecommunications technology. Telemedicine refers to the use of information technologies and electronic communications to provide remote clinical services to patients. The digital transmission of medical imaging, remote medical diagnosis and evaluations, and video consultations with specialists are all examples of telemedicine.
Pros And Cons
There are a number of benefits to using telemedicine.
- Eliminates the chance of transmitting infectious diseases between patients and healthcare providers.
- Saves time.
- Reduces overhead costs.
- Caters to patients’ needs from any place, at any time.
- Increases patient access to care (e.g. rural areas, COVID-19)
- Makes scheduling easier by allowing for more efficient time blocks.
- Helps formulate an efficient and reliable healthcare plan.
While there are certainly benefits of telemedicine, there are some possible downsides that should be considered.
- Patients may not have access to the necessary technology.
- Patients may have a lack of understanding of how to use the technology.
- Patients may have a negative reaction to using technology (e.g. anxiety).
- You don’t have as much control over patients’ environment.
- There’s a possibility of information security issues.
INCORPORATING TELEMEDICINE IN YOUR CONCUSSION CARE PRACTICE
Is Telemedicine Right For Your Concussion Care Practice?
While there are many clear benefits to using telemedicine, there are other things to consider when deciding if telemedicine is a good fit for your concussion care practice.
Ask yourself the following questions:
Am I comfortable performing my evaluation or follow up of the patient using telemedicine?
It’s important that the healthcare provider conducting telemedicine visits be comfortable using the technology and carrying out the visit. Ideally, this person would be a Credentialed ImPACT Consultant (CIC) – a qualified healthcare provider who has been specially trained in the management of a concussion. If this is not you, is there someone on your team who could meet this requirement?
What parts of my concussion evaluation and follow up can be done or can’t be done via telemedicine?
You may find that telemedicine is more appropriate for some aspects of your concussion care than others. For example, you may feel confident in using telemedicine to monitor an existing patient’s progress, but prefer to conduct a new patient evaluation face-to-face.
Is telemedicine appropriate for my patient?
Telemedicine will be more appropriate for some patients than others. Some considerations will include access to technology, risk of injury due to significant deficits, and need for supervision by a parent or caretaker.
Have policies and procedures been put in place for dealing with disruptions and impediments to my telemedicine appointment?
For example, technical issues may cause appointments to be rescheduled. What will your cancellation policy be?
What legal issues will govern my telemedicine practice?
State laws determine the who, what, and how of your telemedicine practice including reimbursement and policies covered. Laws and regulations will be based on the state that the patient is located, not the provider. Thoroughly research state laws that govern telemedicine before deciding on the scope of your telemedicine practice.
What kind of technology will you need to conduct concussion care via telemedicine?
In order to have a successful telemedicine program you’ll need to have the appropriate technology.
- Bandwidth. All transmissions, and particularly video transmissions, are heavily impacted by bandwidth issues. It is important to test your clinician-side internet speed and connections.
- Patient-side Connectivity. It is recommended that patients use a private WiFi or hard-wired connection rather than working on a public WiFi.
- HIPPA compliance. It’s the responsibility of the healthcare provider to follow privacy guidelines and convey those to the patient.
ImPACT Via Telemedicine
Bench studies have shown no significant difference with ImPACT taken at home versus in a controlled environment, however, there are still steps you can take to minimize threats to validity.
- Before the patient completes the test, review the test instructions with them and ask them if they have any questions. (They will also receive detailed test instructions in an email alongside their unique testing link that they are required to review before taking their ImPACT baseline or post-injury test.)
- Make sure patients have the needed equipment and meet technical requirements.
- Make sure they are using either the current version or the immediately previous version of their browser
- If they have a pop-up blocker installed, they must turn it off for the duration of the test
- Their browser must accept cookies
- Close all other computer programs before taking the test
- They need a broadband Internet connection
- The screen must be 12 inches or larger
- Make sure patients have a suitable environment in which they can complete the test.
- The physical environment should be quiet and free of noise.
- All cell phones, music players, and other electronic devices should be turned off.
- The test taker should not be engaging in another activity or conversing with others.
- Testing outdoors in direct sunlight is not recommended due to potential issues with glare.
- Instruct the patient not to complete testing after vigorous exercise, under the influence of alcohol or recreational drugs, or if not well-rested.
- Supervise test administration via video call.
- Take advantage of ImPACT’s built in validity indicators to screen for invalid scores that need to be re-done.
- Document any threats to validity that might have occurred.
- Once you feel confident that all requirements have been met, you can administer an ImPACT post-injury test via telemedicine.
Telemedicine Appointment Workflow
When incorporating a telemedicine component in your concussion care practice, it’s critical to have a reliable workflow in place. Here is a typical concussion telemedicine appointment workflow:
Referral and intake
The first step in any telemedicine workflow is determining whether your patient is appropriate for telemedicine services or not. Here are some questions to ask when determining if telemedicine is appropriate for your concussion patient:
- Is their clinical and cognitive status suitable for a telemedicine appointment?
- Is there a need for someone else to be present with the patient during the appointment?
- Are there any language barriers that need to be accounted for?
- Do they have appropriate technology and access to that technology for the appointment?
- Do they have a quiet place and/or environment for the appointment?
- Are they willing to do a pre-appointment walk-through to make sure that they meet the guidelines listed above?
If telemedicine is determined to be appropriate, schedule a telemedicine appointment, check the patient’s technical specifications, send out any pre-appointment paperwork such as the post concussion symptom scale, and send their unique ImPACT post-injury test link.
One day prior to the scheduled appointment, give the patient a call to review how the telemedicine appointment will work and answer any questions. This is also your chance to check again on technical specifications, test environment, and instructions for taking ImPACT to ensure a “standardized” administration.
- On the day of the telemedicine appointment, review the patient’s medical history, self-evaluation forms, and ImPACT clinical report.
- At the start of the telemedicine appointment, review your telemedicine policy with the patient (This should also be included in your documentation).
- Properly educate your patient on concussions and what they can expect throughout recovery.
- Review their medical history with them.
- Review their ImPACT clinical report with them.
- Carry out your concussion assessment and evaluation.
- Provide treatment recommendations. These may include referrals to other specialists such as Neurology, Vestibular Therapy, NeuroOphthalmology/Neuro-Optometry, Physical Therapy, Orthopedics, Audiology, Psychiatry/Psychology, etc…
- Document your telemedicine visit including any disruptions to the appointment.
- Get reimbursed for your telemedicine visit by utilizing the right CPT billing codes.
GETTING REIMBURSED FOR TELEMEDICINE SERVICES
Typically, reimbursement for telemedicine appointments is determined by the patient’s insurance policy, applicable federal and state laws, and specific procedural code. To accommodate for the growing demand for telemedicine, CMS has relaxed its requirements for reimbursement for telemedicine services and providers are getting reimbursed at the same rate for telemedicine as they were for face-to-face visits.
Here are some ways you can get the best reimbursement rate for your concussion care services:
- Use ImPACT post-injury testing via telemedicine as part of your concussion evaluation.
- Leverage the right billing codes
- CMS has expanded coverage to include CPT 96116, 96132, 96133, 96136, and 96137 for telemedicine using modifier 95.
- Include thorough and accurate documentation when submitting claims. There are some additional things you should document for telemedicine appointments in addition to your normal documentation.
- Was it an audio & video appointment?
- Were there any technical issues (e.g. buffering, lost-connection)?
- Were there any other potential threats to validity (e.g. a family member walks in the room during test administration)?
THE FUTURE OF TELEMEDICINE
Telemedicine disrupted the existing healthcare landscape as organizations had to quickly “adapt or die”. Patients and healthcare providers have now had the chance to see how telemedicine can be mutually beneficial. While nobody can say with complete certainty what the future will hold, telemedicine is a logical step toward more accessible and convenient care for patients.
Get an easy-to-follow checklist to help you with telemedicine for concussion care.

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My camry just recently started running really rough anytime it idles or is going slow. The issue goes away once I get it driving fast enough. But if I’m going slow or idling it sounds like a diesel. The check engine light came on too. We tried replacing the spark plugs but that didn’t do anything. It also feels a lot less snappy, and takes longer to speed up. Any ideas? Could it be the ignition coil?
It could be, but the check engine light is trying to give you the system with the fault. Get the code(s) read and find out.
I’ll go do that it doesnt have the light on now but it does come on randomly too but that’s always been an 02 sensor because my car got stolen 2 year ago and the fried a wire to one so it shorts out… but I will go see if it throws a code.
Beyond having the code run I’d suggest a compression check. One cylinder may have poor compression, which would cause rough idling that would smooth out at speed.
These engines are known for loosening cylinder head bolts. Check the rear side of the engine on the passenger side and see if there is any sign of coolant leak. Otherwise, I agree with reading the codes, there is your hint (and ours!).
Try to pull the codes. This will give you ideas on where to start.
Your best bet is to get an OBD 2 scan. This way if its a short in the AF sensor or O2 sensor it will read eratic.
The Throttle position should be 0 percent or 1,2. 5 and above replace the throttle body.
“If” you had an engine over heating issue just before this problem, then be concerned about the head bolts coming loose, and blowing the gasket, and hopefully not warped.
Check every vacuum line including the one that goes from the bottom of the throttle body along the bottom back side of the engine. Its just a vacuum reservoir. Yes jack it up and crawl under.
I just bought an 03 camry and ran the gauntlet on diagnosis. Mine idles under 700 rpm kinda rough, and the throttle percentage is at 16.5 at idle
Throttle body’s worn out, which isn’t unusual for these.


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The Design of Approximation Algorithms
by D. P. Williamson, D. B. Shmoys
Publisher: Cambridge University Press 2010
Number of pages: 496
This book shows how to design approximation algorithms: efficient algorithms that find provably near-optimal solutions. The book is organized around central algorithmic techniques for designing approximation algorithms, including greedy and local search algorithms, dynamic programming, linear and semidefinite programming, and randomization.
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by Macneil Shonle, Matthew Wilson, Martin Krischik - Wikibooks
An accessible introduction into the design and analysis of efficient algorithms. It explains only the most basic techniques, and gives intuition for and an introduction to the rigorous mathematical methods needed to describe and analyze them.
by James Aspnes - Yale University
Topics include programming in C; data structures (arrays, stacks, queues, lists, trees, heaps, graphs); sorting and searching; storage allocation and management; data abstraction; programming style; testing and debugging; writing efficient programs.
A data structure is a particular way of storing and organizing data in a computer so that it can be used efficiently. Contents of the book: Sequences; Dictionaries; Sets; Priority queues; Successors and neighbors; Integer and string searching.
by John Morris
The text focuses on data structures and algorithms for manipulating them. Data structures for storing information in tables, lists, trees, queues and stacks are covered. Some basic graph and discrete transform algorithms are also discussed.


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David Wood was born in 1981 as David Michael Wood. He is an actor and producer, known for Robin Hood...
Can lift nearly twice his own body weight
David Michael Wood
The "Narcos: Mexico" and Rogue One star fills in the blanks on his life and career.
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The other day, I suddenly realised that I had not posted a single word since seeing "Into the Woods". Since then, you will be pleased to hear that my love of Sondheim has managed to grow even more, if that were possible.
The neutral title of this post is mainly because it will be about a number of things, although I could of course write a whole book on why I love Sondheim. The first exciting thing that I have to write about is that I received a personal letter from Jenna Russell, just days after "Into the Woods" played its final performance and closed the season at the Open Air Theatre. In case you did not know, Jenna played the Baker's Wife in the production, although she had also played Cinderella in the Donmar's production a number of years ago. Her performance was the highlight of the evening for me, so I decided to write her a letter. You can not imagine how overjoyed I was when I received a two page, handwritten reply. I don't really want to share the contents of the letter on here, but I will say that she took the time to answer every question that I asked. I am now an even bigger fan, and am looking forward to seeing her in "Season's Greetings" at the National, which will also be the first play by Alan Ayckbourn that I will have seen.
Speaking of the Donmar, I still haven't been there, but I am eagerly anticipating the day that I finally go. By the time I am in the position to buy tickets, they are always sold out. Hopefully in the near future I will be able to try for dayseats. The next production, King Lear with Derek Jacobi in the title role, is looking more and more apealing, especially after my experience at "Shakespeare for Breakfast".
A few weeks ago, news about Michael Grandage's departure as artistic director of the venue broke. I can not really formulate an opinion about this, having never been to the Donmar myself, but it is clearly one of the most important theatrical venues in the world, and it will be interesting to see how his succesor performs.
Finally, I went to see the Icelandic production of "Faust" at the Young Vic. This was almost two weeks ago now, so the moment has really passed for me to write a proper review. However, I do have some thoughts, which I thought I would post directly onto my blog.
I was not paticularly looking forward to it, having tried to read the play in its English translation and failing miserably. It was the longest and most complicated play that I have ever attempted to read, so in the end I just gave up, for I was almost oblivious to what was going on.
My hopes of one day reading the play in its original language gone, I decided to go with an open mind, and actually had such an enjoyable afternoon. It was unlike anything that I had ever seen before. The plot was stripped to its bare minimum, and used the "play within a play" concept that I had so enjoyed in "The Habit of Art". The production was set to rock music, as well as a psychedelic set and lighting. The main unique feature was the large net, suspended above the heads of the audience, which was often used by the actors. There were several loud shocks, as well as visual ones, which kept me on the edge of my seat at all times.
Whilst the performance was visually spectacular and a lovely way to spend an afternoon, I did not really feel anything for any of the characters, although it's worth noting that Faust's lovely closing monologue was ruined by someone's mobile phone going off. Overall, I think I would recommend the production to other people for the sheer originality of the staging and adaptation. I would be interested in seeing other shows of this genre, to see how they compare.
In the future, I really will try and keep my blog updated on a more regular basis. I really do enjoy writing, it's just that sometimes school and work gets in the way....


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Gangs in Garden City: How Immigration, Segregation, and Youth Violence Are Changing America
As sprawl becomes less environmentally acceptable, foreclosures soar, and media trumpet the end of the suburban dream, the suburbs or at least some of them, have emerged as a problem, rather than as a solution. Although the house prices in the true islands of affluence have fallen, crime, drugs, and gangs are emerging in suburban neighborhoods abandoned to working-class and immigrant people. Sarah Garland provides an in-depth analysis of how the Long Island suburb of Hempstead decayed in her book, Gangs in Garden City. She also explores how interconnected the decay of Hempstead and other such communities is to other critical issues such as foreign policy, the war on drugs, immigration, and No Child Left Behind.
However, front and center are the stories of individuals, from gang members to police to educators. We meet Julio, the child soldier of the U.S.-funded Salvadoran army, who braves the perilous border crossing to join his mother in the United States. His attempts to ameliorate the gang problem in Hempstead are rebuffed by authorities and he ends up detained by immigration authorities and eventually agrees to be deported back to El Salvador, where his gang associations still haunt his life. Jessica will especially engage feminist readers. A tough tomboy, who still wants a frilly dress for her fifteenth birthday celebration, she faces fatal retribution when she runs afoul of gang politics.
Garland tracks the gangs of the title from Central America and back, but avoids the facile explanation that views the source of the problem as coming from elsewhere. She traces the ideology of suburbia back to the garden city of the book title, a concept that grew out of the distaste for the slums created by industrialization and urbanization, a flawed ideal of a contained community safe from the outside world. Once a rural village, Hempstead transformed into a suburb in the 1940s and, because of its mix of older single-family housing and apartments, was one of the first suburbs to be racially integrated. She explores the implications of retail flight, a declining tax base, and drug traffic in Hempstead from the point of view of the police chief, the school principal, and county politicians. Add a misguided foreign and immigration policies to this toxic mix, and the result is the sad story of Hempstead. She also explores the uses made of gang activity in stoking the public’s fear of crime for political advantage.
The benefits of meeting the human beings affected by the unfolding sociological disaster are somewhat undercut by the sometimes confused narrative. The intentional intertwining of their stories and the decision to intersperse their stories in necessary exposition about changes in legislation, city planning ideas, and juvenile justice theories make the story difficult to follow at times. Then again, Garland never ignores the complexities attending this issue. For, that she deserves our gratitude.


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Mill Creek Police officers make any number of contacts and respond to numerous calls for service every day.
According to the latest Mill Creek Police Blotter, a total of 470 responses were reported the week of June 7th to June 13th, 2019.
June 07, 2019
- 14:00:33 - 13500 BLK NORTH CREEK DR: Officers responded to an apartment complex in the 13500 block North Creek DR for a verbal DV in progress. Upon arrival, officers located the parties (a 19 year old Mill Creek woman and her 23 year old Mill Creek boyfriend). Officers determined no crime occurred, however, through investigation officers located a warrant for the male’s arrest. The male was arrested and booked on the warrant.
- 0:14:42 - 1200 BLK DUMAS RD: A Mill Creek Police Officer responded to the 1200 block of Dumas Rd. for an abuse report. Investigation revealed that a 28 year old Mill Creek female and a 45 year old Lynnwood female got into an argument.
- 22:25:25 - 1600 BLK 132ND ST SE: An officer conducted a traffic stop in the 1600 block of 132nd St SE. A 52 year old transient male was arrested for an outstanding warrant, possession of stolen property, Identity Theft, driving on a suspended license, and use of drug paraphernalia. The male was booked into the Snohomish County Jail.
June 08, 2019
- 8:27:22 - 15200 BLK MAIN ST: Officers responded to a business in the 15200 blk of Main St. An employee of the business (a 28 year old Bothell woman) reported finding two windows broken when she arrived to open the store.
- 16:49:14 - 15728 MAIN ST: A citizen found a set of keys that had been dropped in the 15800 blk of Main Street and turned them in to the police department for safe keeping.
- 18:36:12 - 16400 BLK BOTHELL EVERETT HWY: Mill Creek Police were dispatched to a report of a DUI driver in the 16400 block of Bothell‐Everett HWY. A 44 year old Lynnwood female was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County Jail for DUI.
- 22:08:29 - 12900 BLK 19TH AVE SE: Officers contacted a wanted subject in the 12900 block of Bothell‐Everett Hwy. A 34 year old male was arrested on a warrant. Due to medical reasons the male was denied booking and released.
June 09, 2019
- 18:14:28 - 13400 BLK 33RD DR SE: Mill Creek police were dispatched to a report of a violation of a No‐Contact Order Domestic Violence in the 13400 block of 33rd Dr. SE. Investigation revealed that a 36 year old Mill Creek male was in violation of the No‐Contact Order DV by staying at the residence. Charges for violation of a No‐Contact Order‐ DV were forwarded.
- 19:24:19 - 13500 BLK NORTH CREEK DR: A 36 year old Mill Creek female reported that arrangements were made to buy rims and tires that were stolen off of their vehicle in the 13500 block of North Creek Dr. Mill Creek police responded and a 28 year old Monroe male was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County Jail for Trafficking Stolen Property.
June 10. 2019
- 2:08:25 - 15300 BLK 15TH DR SE: Officers responded to a priority burglary in the 15300 block of 15th Dr SE. It was reported that someone was attempting to break into a home. Upon investigation, this was found to be inaccurate, and it was in fact someone delivering packages.
- 11:37:58 - 1200 BLK 132ND ST SE: Damage to property was reported in the 1200 block of 132nd St SE.
June 11, 2019
- 2:48:12 - 2800 BLK 136TH PL SE: APS intake regarding domestic violence allegation in the 2800 block of 136thPL SE.
- 4:16:56 - 2000 BLK 132ND ST SE: Officers contacted a suspicious vehicle and arrested one of the men on a felony warrant for Burglary. The incident occurred near the 2100 block of 132 St SE.
- 6:35:12 - 15100 BLK MAIN ST: Officers responded to a report of malicious mischief in the 15100 block of Main St. The window was broken.
- 17:56:46 - 2100 BLK 132ND ST: SE Mill Creek Officers assisted SCSO with a physical DV between a man and a woman near the 2100 block of 132nd St SE.
- 3:11:15 - 1200 BLK DUMAS RD: A verbal argument occurred between two adult females near the 1200 block of Dumas.
June 12, 2019
- 01:18:40 - 13000 BLK NORTH CREEK DR: A verbal argument occurred between an adult male and adult female near the 13500 block of North Creek Drive.
- 11:21:01 - 900 BLK 164TH ST SE: A Mill Creek officer responded to a lost property complaint in the 900 blk of 164th St SE.
- 21:29:56 - 2600 BLK 132ND ST SE: Officers responded to a report of a domestic violence assault in the 2600 block of 132 Street SE. A Mill Creek woman reported that her son‐in‐law had choked her daughter, his wife, then pushed her causing an injury to her foot. The male was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County Jail for one count of Assault 4/DV and one count of Assault 2/DV.
June 13, 2019
- 08:09:17 - 1400 BLK TRILLIUM BLVD SE: Officers responded to a report of a 31 year old male following and making threats to a 14 year old girl while she was walking to school. During the exchange, as the juvenile female tried to run from the male, he began to chase her and threatened to "shoot up the school." The male was subsequently arrested.
- 15:26:06 - 15800 BLK MILL CREEK BLVD: PSO took a report for a wallet, which had been lost at 15800 block of Mill Creek Blvd.
- 17:31:52 - 15000 BLK VILLAGE GREEN DR: Officers responded to a home in the 15000 blk Village Green DR for a report of a suicidal individual. Upon arrival officers found the Mill Creek male was engaged in an altercation with his father (a 45 year old Mill Creek man) as the father was attempting to prevent him from harming himself. The male fled on foot from officers and after a short foot pursuit, was detained and transported to an area hospital for a mental health evaluation.
- 20:05:25 - 16300 BLK BOTHELL EVERETT HWY: Mill Creek police officers contacted a male in the parking lot in the 16300 block of Bothell‐Everett HWY. A 55 year old Bothell male was arrested and booked into the Snohomish County Jail for a misdemeanor warrant.
- 21:04:04 - 2900 BLK 132ND ST SE: A Mill Creek Police Officer stopped a vehicle in the 2900 block of 132nd St SE. A 29 year old Mill Creek male was cited and released for DWLS 3rd Degree.
- 2:45:02 - 15600 BLK MAIN ST: Officers responded to a report of an in progress theft in the 15600 block of Main St. A female was contacted, trespassed and ultimately taken to jail for multiple warrants.


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TORONTO, May 3, 2023 /CNW/ – Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust (“Flagship” or the “REIT”) (TSX: MHC.U) (TSX: MHC.UN) today announced that it will acquire three communities in Indiana, Arkansas and Tennessee (the “Acquisitions”), for a purchase price of approximately US$21 million. The Acquisitions have an average occupancy rate of 67% and are expected to close on or about May 4, 2023 subject to customary closing conditions.
“These acquisitions align with our strategy to increase our presence in our core states to enhance efficiencies and achieve economies of scale,” said Kurt Keeney, President and Chief Executive Officer. “These properties are located in highly desirable, high growth areas and are expected to generate above-market growth.”
The purchase price of US$21 million will be funded with cash on the REIT’s balance sheet, including from sales of the REIT’s at-the-market equity program.
“We continue to see prominent deal flow in the Manufactured Housing Community space that adheres to our strict acquisition criteria,” added Nathan Smith, Chief Investment Officer. “All three of these properties allow for an increased market presence in key states in the US Midwest and with an average occupancy rate of 67%, we have the opportunity to grow and make improvements to the performance of these communities over time and increase long-term unitholder value.”
Overview of the Acquisitions
The Clarksville, Indiana community comprises 334 lots of which, 47% are occupied.
While located in Indiana, the acquisition is considered part of the Louisville, Kentucky Metro area with its proximity to the bridge across the Ohio River.
The booming Louisville, Kentucky economy is within an easy commute for residents of Clarksville. Louisville’s major employers include UPS, Jefferson County Schools, Norton Healthcare, Ford Motor Company (two plants), Humana and GE Home Appliances and Churchill Downs.
Clarksville is home to several public and private K-12 school districts. The acquisition is located near Indiana Gateway Digital Academy, Indiana Southeast University, Spaulding University, and the University of Louisville.
The Conway, Arkansas community comprises 200 lots of which 82% are occupied.
Located in Conway just north of Little Rock, Arkansas and near Lake Conway, the acquisition consists of picnic areas, a playground, pavilions, and duck ponds as well as a community center. Conway is a suburban location that includes plenty of shopping, churches, schools, and a downtown area.
Located less than 30 minutes from Little Rock, the state capitol of Arkansas, Conway’s major employers include Amazon, Deloitte, Target, Verizon and the U.S. Air Force. Local employers include Baptist Health Medical Center-Conway, University of Central Arkansas, and many private businesses.
Conway has several public and private schools and is close to the University of Central Arkansas, Arkansas Coding Academy, Hendrix College, Stayer University and Philander Smith College.
The Jackson, Tennessee community comprises 126 lots of which 97% are occupied.
Southwest of Nashville and 70 miles east of Memphis, the Jackson acquisition is located within the county seat of Madison County, Tennessee. Jackson is a regional center for trade in West Tennessee. Located near Highway 412, the community is also near Lake Graham boating and recreation area. Community amenities include a basketball court, playground, and clubhouse.
Jackson includes shopping and medical facilities, entertainment, and schools along with major employers that include West Tennessee Healthcare, Delta Faucet Company, The Kellogg Company, City of Jackson, Jackson-Madison School System, Union University, Madison County and Stanley Black & Decker.
Jackson has numerous public and private schools, and is also home to Jackson State Community College, West Tennessee Business College, Lane College and Union University.
Pro Forma Portfolio
The Acquisitions are a targeted and strategic expansion of the REIT’s portfolio, increasing the number of manufactured housing communities from 70 to 73 and the number of manufactured housing lots from 12,721 to 13,381. The table below provides a summary of the pending Acquisition as of April 24, 2023.
# of Lots
Average Lot Occupancy
About Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust
Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust is an internally managed, unincorporated, open-ended real estate investment trust established pursuant to a declaration of trust under the laws of the Province of Ontario. The REIT has been formed to own and operate a portfolio of income-producing manufactured housing communities located in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri, including a fleet of manufactured homes for lease to residents of such housing communities.
This press release contains statements that include forward-looking information (within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws). Forward-looking statements are identified by words such as “believe”, “anticipate”, “project”, “expect”, “intend”, “plan”, “will”, “may”, “can”, “could”, “would”, “must”, “estimate”, “target”, “objective”, and other similar expressions, or negative versions thereof, and include statements herein under the heading “Outlook” and otherwise concerning: macro characteristics and trends in the United States real estate and housing industry, as well as the MHC industry specifically.
These statements are based on the REIT’s expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections, as well as assumptions that are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies that could cause actual results to differ materially from those that are disclosed in such forward-looking statements. While considered reasonable by management of the REIT as at the date of this press release, any of these expectations, estimates, forecasts, projections, or assumptions could prove to be inaccurate, and as a result, the forward-looking statements based on those expectations, estimates, forecasts, projections, or assumptions could be incorrect. When relying on forward-looking statements to make decisions, the REIT cautions readers not to place undue reliance on these statements, as they are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that are difficult to control or predict. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the factors discussed under the heading “Risks and Uncertainties” herein, as well as risk factors discussed in the Annual Information Form. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate as actual outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements. Readers, therefore, should not place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and, except as expressly required by applicable law, the REIT assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE Flagship Communities Real Estate Investment Trust
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In the menu you will find specialties of Czech and international cuisine. A glass of excellent wine from the wine cellar or a pint of traditional Budweiser Budvar and Lobkowicz beer will add to the pleasant mood.
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Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style. Dinner consists of soup, the main course can be chosen from three types, there is also a cold buffet, children's buffet and dessert.
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If you’re provided a brief advance on your paycheck at a triple-digit interest, you could think you are are pitched a quick payday loan – something that’s essentially prohibited in Maryland alongside shows with speed limits.
A few banks, such as Wells Fargo & Co., supply deposit advance tools that allow clients with immediate deposit to borrow on their unique next income. The bank collects their due when the paycheck is right deposited from inside the account weekly approximately later. In addition pockets a payment for deciding to make the financing.
The terms of these types of debts tend to be sized in weeks. But once computed as annual interest, the cost would total whenever 365 percentage, according to a current research because of the National customers rules middle. Very little different, consumer supporters contend, than an instant payday loan.
“Financial institutions tend to be borrowing at lower than 1 percent. They’re able to change and give it at 300 per cent,” says Uriah master, vp of county plan aided by the Center for accountable credit. “No wonder we’re not having an economic recovery.”
But Wells Fargo enjoys granted these financial loans in Western reports since 1994. Plus the financial is actually changing Wachovia limbs in Maryland towards Wells brand name the following month.
Spokeswoman Richele Messick claims Wells, which obtained Wachovia last year, will decide no sooner than very early the following year whether or not to deliver the merchandise right here.
These debts are going to attract many to vulnerable consumers who live income to paycheck but I have manage lacking money. As soon as people obtain, they often sign up for back-to-back financial loans, having to pay a fee each and every time.
A recent study by middle for Responsible credit learned that these individuals typically remained in debt for almost half a year.
Maryland for decades features capped the interest rate on small financial loans at an annual rates of 33 percent. But county caps do not apply to federally managed national financial institutions.
Tag Kaufman, Maryland’s administrator of financial legislation, claims he is stressed these particular loans could induce “a period of debt that individual never becomes of.”
The national company associated with the Comptroller of this Currency recently proposed instructions for banks making these loans, such as for example requiring them to reveal the expense and threats to people.
The regulator also said financial institutions should arranged a limit on what a lot customers can use, also how many successive financing they’re able to pull out before they have to get some slack from borrowing
She adds that Wells Fargo modified its plan this present year. The fee was actually paid down from $2 to $1.50 for $20 lent. And after someone has taken
She preserves that deposit advances aren’t pay day loans.She notes that Wells Fargo charges $7.50 to acquire $100, while payday lenders usually charge $17.
But actually at the paid off Wells Fargo rates, according to the National customer laws heart, people would shell out a yearly amount price of 274 per cent on a 10-day financing of $400.
Consumer advocates wish the OCC to ban these high-cost financing, online loan Florida or at least suspend all of them while her effect on consumers is actually examined.
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Would you let distance or lack of company keep you from fulfilling a food fantasy? Solo dining hero Shari Bayer didn't think twice when she booked a table for one at The French Laundry, a culinary temple almost 3,000 miles away from her home in New York City.
YOUNTVILLE, California – I had nothing on my travel agenda until Labor Day. Summer was supposed to be mellow. California was nowhere in the plan.
Then I watched the lovely tribute video for the 20th anniversary of The French Laundry (TFL), and that changed everything. I live in New York, and soon found myself on OpenTable searching for a reservation to the north Cali restaurant.
I have always wanted to dine at Thomas Keller's three-Michelin-star gem. My dream was for my future husband to surprise me with a trip to this romantic restaurant, but I decided to let go of the fantasy. There are still plenty of restaurants that Mr. Right can take me to.
The stars were aligned. I did my search and found a reservation. It was for two people on a Thursday in July, just a couple of weeks away. Without hesitation, I did what any restaurant-obsessed professional would do, and booked it.
The reservation was for two, so the question now was: Who was also crazy enough to fly across the country on a whim to fine dine? One by one, I reached out to friends from New York City to San Francisco. And one by one, the response was "I wish I could. But you should go!"
I'm a fearless solo traveler and diner (as I've proved in my Fathom story about my solo food tour of Spain), so I knew it was my calling. I changed my reservation to one. I booked my flight, hotel, and car. I reserved a Napa Valley Balloons ride, mud bath/massage at Indian Springs Resort & Spa, and dinner at Meadowood — another three-Michelin-star restaurant — to make the most of the trip. I was ready to go.
I flew the Wednesday before my reservation to Oakland, drove north, and arrived in Napa/Yountville in the late evening. After I checked into my hotel, I sped over to chef Keller's more casual restaurant, Bouchon, which happened to be the only place in town open late. I loved the energy at Bouchon. My midnight snack — a divine piece of Idaho rainbow trout served with haricot verts, toasted almonds, and beurre noisette — was delicious. I was off to a very good start.
I woke up bright and early the next morning for my first hot air balloon ride. Floating above Napa's gorgeous vineyards at sunrise was a fantastic experience. After touching ground, I took a nap, a walk around town, and some personal prep time before my 9 p.m. TFL date.
I arrived at The French Laundry right before sunset. The vast country garden across from the rustic, two-story stone house eatery was as charming as I had imagined. It was simply serene. I was so glad to be there.
I checked in with the maître d', and since I was a little early, took a walk around the garden. In my four-inch heels, I hobbled along the grass to the impressive greenhouse and farm and admired the peacefulness of the valley before returning to the delightful patio and lounge.
I sipped a complimentary blood orange soda before being seated at a table for one on the first floor in a semi-private room occupied by two other tables of diners. It felt intimate and comfortable.
After a perfect first bite of chef Keller's classic tuna tartare cornet, the menu options were presented. I opted for the chef's tasting menu, a $295 prix fixe that included service.
Dinner officially began with green tomato gazpacho followed by his signature Oysters and Pearls — a dish as good as I had remembered from Per Se in New York City a few years ago, if not better. Out came hen egg custard with a ragout of Perigord truffles. Rich and heavenly. Then slow poached Atlantic striped bass. Delicate and delicious. More followed: Sweet butter poached Maine lobster, rillette of Liberty Farm Peking duck, and calotte de bouef. It would be hard for me to pick a favorite course.
Service was top-notch. As the meal progressed, the waitstaff warmed up to me, especially after I mentioned I was in the industry. Mid meal, one of my servers brought me reading material — a copy of chef Keller's fine Finesse magazine. It was a nice gesture.
Soon the dessert procession began. A sublime palate cleanser of strawberries and cream had me at mascarpone sherbet, and the assortment of desserts was not too shabby either. Having reached my limit, the staff boxed up the remaining candies to go. I was fully satiated.
As the room slowly began to empty and the last coffee was poured, I decided that fine dining alone may be the best way to relish a meal. There are no distractions from the food, service, and ambience. A solo diner lives in the moment. We're often living in the past or thinking of the future, but when we're dining alone, we can relish the now. I love this. I savored every moment and would do it again in a heartbeat.
I settled my bill, and happily accepted the offer to tour the kitchen. Chef Keller greeted me inside, shook my hand and held on to it as we spoke about my wonderful solo dining experience. I also hinted that he should open a Bouchon in NYC. (Wishful thinking! I'll have to settle for Bouchon Bakery near Per Se.) Chef Keller was warm, kind, and appreciative of my journey. I left feeling very fortunate and grateful to Keller and the amazing TFL team for a truly memorable experience.
Traveling across the country to dine alone at one of the best restaurants in the world was definitely worth it. I'm already plotting my next adventure.

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Interested in cosplay? Not sure where to start? Join veteran cosplayer, Denny McDermott, for a discussion on costuming for your everyday life–from conventions to renaissance faires, and everything in between!
Cosplay, or costume play, is a unique art that combines costuming, sewing, arts and crafts, and acting. Because cosplayers don’t just get into costume–many get into character! Learning to become your favorite historical figure, cartoon character, superhero, or other famous figure takes time, dedication, and talent. But there are a lot of inside tips and tricks that can make it a less expensive (and more fun!) hobby for everyone!
Denny has been cosplaying for a number of years, and primarily focuses on female costumes. Her most popular are Mabel Pines from Gravity Falls and Rapunzel from Disney’s Tangled, but she has played other roles, as well. She is also a photographer and creative writer, which she incorporates into her character play.
Both teens and adults are invited to join us for this hour-long presentation, followed by a Q&A. Plus, learn more about Denny’s monthly cosplay club, coming soon to Blackstone Library!


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I love Neil Gaiman’s writing. I wish more of his works would be made into movies, except that his imagination is so vast, producers and directors will have a hard time containing the budget, hahaha. (It is a realistic concern, really.)
But I love how he writes dialogue. They’re usually sparse, but occasionally one of his characters goes off into a kilometric monologue. And when he does, sometimes I am reminded of the kind of lines that Aaron Sorkin does, but with less pop culture references—and delivered much more slowly.
Here is one of my favorite monologues from Neil. I hope I can actually perform this one day, except that I’d be too terrified to do it. Which probably means I should.


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Hopetoun House is Scotlands finest stately home, located in 150acres of beautiful grounds which offer walks and trails, including a sea walk trail. The impressive main facade was designed by William Bruce and later altered and extended by William Adams. The Georgian interiors have been virtually unchanged for three centuries and are decorated with period furniture, tapestries and paintings.
Both your wedding and reception can be held at Hopetoun House where there is a choice of exclusive settings. The grounds also have a thatched cottage for a romantic hideaway honeymoon.

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‘Hard to know’ Elon Musk’s ‘motivation’ in Twitter deal
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has been “very vocal on Twitter, and about Twitter, for a while,” according to The Motley Fool’s Chief Investment Officer Scott Phillips.
It comes as Mr Musk has finalised a deal to buy social media giant Twitter for $US44 billion – equivalent to $AU61.3 billion.
Mr Phillips spoke to Sky News Australia discussing the deal.
He said it is” hard to know” exactly what Musk’s “motivation is here”.
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Mosque carpets play a significant role in Islamic culture and are an essential component of mosques around the world. They not only enhance the beauty of the prayer hall but also serve practical purposes. The intricate designs and patterns on the carpets have deeper symbolic meanings and can aid worshippers in finding their direction toward Mecca. Moreover, the softness and thickness of the carpets provide a comfortable surface for kneeling and prostrating during prayer. The durability and longevity of mosque carpets are also noteworthy, as they are made with high-quality materials and are designed to withstand heavy foot traffic. Therefore, mosque carpets are more than just decorative pieces; they are functional, symbolic, and integral to the worship experience.
What Makes Handmade Mosque Carpets Unique and Valuable?
Handmade mosque carpets are known for their exceptional craftsmanship and high-quality materials, making them valuable and unique. These carpets are crafted by skilled artisans who use traditional techniques passed down through generations. They are made with natural materials such as wool, silk, and cotton, which add to their durability and longevity. The intricate designs and patterns on handmade mosque carpets are also unique, often featuring floral motifs or geometric shapes. These designs are not only visually appealing but also have deeper symbolic meanings related to Islamic culture and history. Handmade mosque carpets are often commissioned by wealthy patrons, adding to their exclusivity and value. The time, effort, and skill that go into crafting each carpet make them not just a piece of decoration, but a valuable work of art.
How Do Mosque Carpets Enhance the Worship Experience?
Mosque carpets play a significant role in enhancing the worship experience for worshippers. They create a sense of unity and communal prayer by providing a uniform surface for prayer. The softness and thickness of the carpets also make it easier and more comfortable for worshippers to kneel and prostrate during prayer. The designs and patterns on mosque carpets have deeper symbolic meanings, which can aid worshippers in finding their direction towards Mecca and in deepening their spiritual connection during prayer. Additionally, the acoustics of the prayer hall are improved with the use of mosque carpets, which absorb sound and create a more peaceful environment. The beauty and intricacy of mosque carpets also provide a serene and calming atmosphere, allowing worshippers to focus on their prayers and connect with Allah.
Mosque carpets are an integral part of Islamic culture and tradition. They not only serve as decoration pieces but also offer several practical benefits. Mosque carpets are designed to be highly durable, withstand heavy traffic, and provide a comfortable and clean surface for worshipers to pray on. The intricate patterns and designs on these carpets are not just aesthetically pleasing, but they also have spiritual significance. They are believed to aid in focusing the mind and connecting with Allah during prayer. Additionally, mosque carpets also play a role in creating a sense of unity and community within the mosque.


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Bhartruhari Mahtab iterates BJD’s role of constructive support
By Theindianwire 09-Aug-2019
In this year, BJD helped the government enormously in the passage of bills. Even when the Modi government does not enjoy a majority in Upper House, BJD’s support made it easy for Centre to approve of numerous bills.
On being asked about the past stand of his party, BJD leader, as quoted by ANI, said, “Maintaining equidistance is something of the past. I can only say about BJD. It was a constructive opposition in the 16th Lok Sabha. This time we have said whichever government comes to power, if it would be beneficial for the state, we will support that government. We are now in the role of constructive support.”
क्या आरक्षण पर मोहन भागवत के बयान से चुनावों में बीजेपी को नुकसान होगा?
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