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TAROM won first prize in the category "Tourism - Airline of the year" - 2013 edition
TAROM wins for the second consecutive year the first prize at the "Tourism - Airline of the year”At the Excellence Awards Gala within the sixth edition of the Hotel Tourism & Leisure Investment Forum event, which took place at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel.
Company TAROM was designated for the second consecutive year the winner of the first place in the category "Tourism - Airline of the year", during the Excellence Awards Gala held on 21.05.2013. The sixth edition of the event "HOTEL TOURISM & LEISURE INVESTMENT CONFERENCE 2013Was organized by Evensys and was hosted by JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel.
In the category "Tourism - Airline of the year", TAROM was declared the winner of the first place from a list of 8 finalist airlines. The winner of each category was nominated by combining the vote of the jury of 16 tourism representatives and the public vote (8.000 people voted online, according to Evensys organizers). During the event, awards and distinctions were awarded for the projects that marked the Romanian tourism industry, in the following categories: hotels & meeting venues, restaurants, bars & clubs, leisure and tourism, distinctions for experience and excellence.
Also this week, officials TAROM have announced that they have been able to reduce losses well above estimated figures. In the first 4 months of the year 2013, the financial losses were reduced by 36 million RON, compared to the same period last year, which means an improvement of the results with 35%.


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This lesson you will be using your blender and making a special drink. Let’s go over some safety rules for using the blender.
- Always put the lid on securely when using. If you do not put it on, liquids might explode all over, making a mess.
- We will be using cold liquids, but if you were to blend hot liquids, be sure to open the lid away from you to avoid any burns from steam.
- Never place any utensil in the blender when on. Items can get caught in the blades and have drastic results.
- Don’t use a blender with a frayed cord. This could potentially be a fire hazard.
- If your mixture is seeming to not blend well, add some more liquid to help it.
- When you are finished, place a small squirt of dish soap and about one cup of warm water into the blender. Put on the lid and blend for about 45 seconds. Rinse the blender and let dry upside down on a towel. Normally you can unscrew the bottom of the blender to separate the blades from the canister. Be careful as the blades are extremely sharp.
What are some things you can make in a blender?
- pancake and waffle mix–this is very easy to mix up in one container–no work!
- salad dressings–making your own dressings is healthier, cheaper, and easy to make
- blended soups–an easy way to puree soups
- quick breads are easy to whip up
- peanut butter–add a few peanuts, pulse for a few seconds, then scrape down and continue doing this. You can add some salt if necessary
- milkshakes are easy to make with ice cream, milk, and fruit
- dips like hummus, ranch dip, salsa
- pudding is easy to whip up in the blender
Today you will be required to do a hands on lesson for making a frozen drink. You can choose from the following:
Here are some tips for making smoothies:
- You can save money by NOT purchasing the prepackaged smoothie packs at the store and MAKING your own. Freeze individual pieces of fruit on a cookie sheet and when frozen place in a resealable baggie.
- You can freeze portions of yogurt, by putting them in muffin tins and freezing. Pop them up into resealable bags.
- You can add 1 Tablespoon of chia seeds, ground flax seeds, wheat germ, ground flax seeds, or flax seed oil to your smoothies for added nutrition.
- You can freeze over ripe bananas with the peel on. Just place in the freezer. When you need to use, let sit out for a few minutes and then using a vegetable knife you can peel off the skin and place the frozen banana into your smoothie.
- You can also chop the banana into chunks and freeze on a cookie sheet and then place in bags.
Health and safety tips to observe before:
- Make sure your hair is pulled back and tie up any loose clothing to avoid catching on anything.
- Wash your hands and work area to prepare food on beforehand.
- Gather up all your ingredients before you begin working to ensure they are available.
- Remember a clean kitchen is important when working in it. Always put away items after using them to avoid a bigger mess.
- Wipe down any appliances or food containers BEFORE putting them away.
- Wash all your utensils and wipe down the kitchen area you were working in soon after to avoid not doing it.

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Other ID: W9-92
Organization(s): USGS, Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center
Principal Investigator(s): Michael Bothner
Data Type(s): Imagery: Photo, Sampling: Geology, Time Series: Mooring (physical oceanography)
Scientific Purpose/Goals: Conduct long-term monitoring of currents, sediment transport, and physical/chemical characteristics of sediments in western Massachusetts Bay. LNB Buoy: 42d22.63N, 70d47.07W. Tripod 396. LNB Buoy: 42d22.61N, 70d46.96W. Subsurface Moorings 3971 and 3972 (2 VMCM, Seacat). LNB Buoy: 42d22.63N, 70d47.07W. Tripod 4001. LNB Buoy: 42d22.6092N, 70d46.9614W. Subsurface 4011 and 4012 (2 VMCM, 3 Seacat).
Start Port/Location: Boston, MA
End Port/Location: Boston, MA
Start Date: 1992-06-02
End Date: 1992-06-02
Equipment Used: Camera- deep sea, Sediment traps, Bottom platform
Information to be Derived: Time series data; Samples and chemical analysis; Suspended sediment concentrations;
Summary of Activity and Data Gathered: Moorings recovered: 2 (#396 and 397 deployed FA 92002 WHITE HEATH Feb. 11-12, 1992). Moorings deployed: 2 (#400 and 401 recovered FA 92026 WHITE HEATH Oct. 20-21, 1992).
Staff: Michael Bothner, Marinna Martini, Chuck Mason, Carol M. Parmenter, Richard Rendigs, William J. Strahle
Notes: Currents and sediment transport measurements will be made with moored equipment. Information derived from pre-field activity report and mooring log. Original Center People field contained: Mike Bothner, Marinna Martini, Chuck Mason, Carol Parmenter, Craig Peters, Richard Rendigs, William Strahle.
Massachusetts Bay, Massachusetts, United States, North America, North Atlantic,
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Bothner, M.H., Butman, B., Alexander, P.S., Baldwin, S.M., Blackwood, D.S., Borden, J., Casso, M.A., Crusius, J., Goudreau, J., Kalnejais, L.H., Lamothe, P.J., Martin, W.R., Martini, M.A., Rendigs, R.R., Sayles, F.L., Signell, R.P., Valentine, P.C., and Warner, J.C., 2007, Processes influencing the transport and fate of contaminated sediments in the coastal ocean - Boston Harbor and Massachusetts Bay: 89 URL: http://pubs.usgs.gov/circ/2007/1302/.
Butman, B., Bothner, M.H., Alexander, P.S., Lightsom, F.L., Martini, M.A., Gutierrez, B.T., and Strahle, W.S., 2004, Long-term oceanographic observations in western Massachusetts Bay offshore of Boston, Massachusetts; data report for 1989-2002: URL: http://pubs.usgs.gov/dds/dds74/.
Butman, B., Dalyander, P.S., Bothner, M.H., and Lang, W.N., 2008, Time-series photographs of the sea floor in western Massachusetts Bay, Version 2, 1989 - 1996: URL: http://pubs.usgs.gov/ds/265/.
Warner, J.C., Butman, B., and Dalyander, P. S., 2008, Storm-driven sediment transport in Massachusetts Bay: Continental Shelf Research, v. 28 no. 2, doi: 10.1016/j.csr.2007.08.008.
Warner, J.C., Sherwood, Christopher R., Signell, Richard P., Harris, Courtney K., and Arango, Hernan G., 2008, Development of a three-dimensional, regional, coupled wave, current, and sediment-transport model: Computers and Geosciences, v. 34 no. 10, doi: 10.1016/j.cageo.2008.02.012.


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Welcome Home to Our Exton, PA Hotel You'll enjoy a warm welcome at the Holiday Inn Express? Hotel Exton – Lionville . With a location in the heart of Chester County, our hotel is a perfect choice for business and leisure travelers looking for great Exton, Pennsylvania hotels. Corporate guests appreciate that our hotel's location in Exton is just minutes from businesses including QVC Studio Park and Keystone Aviation. Our hotel's meeting rooms, 24-hour business center and free high-speed Internet access keep you productive. Leisure travelers appreciate our Exton, PA hotel's location which makes it easy to see everything the region has to offer. You can take day trips to Valley Forge, Amish Country and Philadelphia while enjoying a relaxing stay. The beauty of Longwood Gardens and the stunning Wyeth collection of the Brandywine River Museum are nearby. We're an ideal choice for sports teams because of the easy access to the Iceline Hockey Rink and the United Sports Training Center. No matter what brings you to Exton, Pennsylvania, our hotel's deluxe amenities and welcoming staff are the best in the region. From a deluxe, free, hot breakfast to free Internet access in our updated rooms, quality-minded guests love our hotel. The recreational options include a well-equipped fitness center, a seasonal, outdoor pool and sun deck or shopping at the adjacent mall. Discover why guests call our Exton, PA hotel home on your next visit.
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Q. My Christmas cactus is wilting. What can I do for it?
A. Often, Christmas cactus go into a dormant period after flowering. Yours may just be doing this. The other cause of the wilted appearance could be a rot problem. Slide the plant from it's container and inspect its roots. Make sure they are not water soaked or discolored. If so, repot the plant into fresh soil and don't over water it.
Q. I have worms in my squash plant. How can I save my plants?
A. If it is a stem borer, you can take a pocket knife and slice from the bore hole up or down the stem until the worm is located. Once you find it, you can slice it, too. In the fruit you can core out an area with a worm and as long as no bacteria gets in, you will have a harvestable squash. Another control would be to spray Bt or Dipel to curb caterpillar activity.
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Firecracker Salmon is a delicious, easy-to-prepare dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The salmon is coated in a sweet and spicy sauce made from honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and ginger. It is then baked until the salmon is fully cooked through and the sauce is bubbling. The result is an irresistibly delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Sriracha, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes are the perfect combination to liven up your dinner tonight with tender and flaky fiery salmon ! It’s well garlicky with a hint of ginger and full of amazing fiery flavor with just a hint of sweetness to balance it all out.
Quick and easy salmon cracker recipe
You’ve probably already discovered how much I love Sriracha through my sticky honey sriracha bird bites and sweet and spicy Korean meatballs! I’ll admit it’s kind of an obsession that I have with something Sriracha. Because it is not only a delicious and wonderful condiment, but also a great way to add some addictive spice to any dish with very little effort.
Sriracha is basically hot and sour peppers in the form of vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt. It’s a perfectly balanced sauce that goes all-out to enhance the taste and spiciness of any dish.
This salmon recipe uses sriracha crackers to take an easy baked fish dish to the next level by marinating it in a highly spiced mixture of sriracha, whipped chilies, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and ginger. The marinade gives the fish intense layers of flavor before it is baked and served with sparkling chopped green onions. It’s a short and easy-to-prepare dish that’s not always complex in any way, but is complex in flavor and ready to serve in just 25 minutes!
Why you’ll love this Salmon Firecracker recipe?
- Quick and easy! This is a very simple one-pan fish dish. Simply marinate the salmon in a sweet-spicy sricha marinade for a few hours in a skillet, bake for about 15 minutes, and then serve!
- The fiery flavour! Welcome! Sweet spicy flavor is good for addiction. Sriracha, crushed chili flakes, and black pepper blend together perfectly with a hint of brown sugar. The result is spicy baked salmon that has a kick but isn’t too spicy.
- Prepare to move forward! This simple spicy baked salmon recipe can easily be made the night before and baked the next day. It’s a great healthy weekend meal option.
- Salmon – You will need a large, skinless salmon fillet for this recipe. Salmon with skin on is also an option if you prefer. You can also use individual slices that have the same total weight as one slice.
- Green Onions – Also called scallions, this is used to garnish the spicy salmon.
- Garlic – I like fresh minced garlic for the more robust garlic flavor, but you can also use minced garlic as well. Just make sure the jar doesn’t sit in the fridge for too long as the garlic will start to bitter over time.
- Ginger – Freshly minced ginger is the perfect choice on jars. Like canned garlic, minced ginger is not so good after being opened for a while.
- Olive Oil – I like to use olive oil for salmon, but you can also use any type of vegetable oil such as canola, grapeseed, or soybean.
- Soy Sauce – Low-sodium soy sauce is the best choice for adding delicious soy flavor, while controlling the salt level.
- Brown Sugar – For a touch of sweetness, brown sugar helps balance out the spicy flavour. You can also use white sugar, honey, or agave if you prefer.
- Red Pepper Flakes – You want crushed red pepper flakes for the seasoning.
- Sriracha – This is the main ingredient in this dish. You can now buy Sriracha at any grocery store nowadays or substitute it for your favorite hot sauce.
- Black Pepper – For another layer of spice, add ground black pepper to the marinade.
How to make salmon firecrackers
- Make a fireworks sauce. Mix all of the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl until well blended.
- Marinate the salmon. Place the salmon fillets in a large baking dish, skin-side down if it is, and pour the marinade over the fish. Then rub the marinade all over the salmon, making sure to coat both sides of the fish completely. Now, cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and place it in the fridge to marinate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.
- Preheat your oven. Before you’re ready to make the salmon crackers, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the salmon. Remove the plastic wrap and place the salmon in a baking dish with the seasoning in the preheated oven to bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Baking times will vary depending on the size and thickness of the slices, so it’s best to check thickness after 15 minutes and start from there.
- Decorate and serve. Once the salmon is cooked to your liking, garnish with sliced fresh green onions and serve immediately. Serve this dish over some steamed plain rice, cauliflower rice, or with steamed vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
How do you know when salmon is cooked?
The easiest way to tell when salmon is properly cooked is when you press it gently with your finger and it should flaky nicely. If salmon is overcooked, it will be dry and tough when eaten. Using a meat thermometer will also ensure that your steak is properly cooked. The temperature of cooked salmon should be above 110°F but below 145°F.
Can I use individual salmon fillets?
Yes! Simply use 1 to 1½ pounds of salmon fillets in place of one large fillet. Ideally, you want all steaks to be about the same size for even cooking. Also note that cooking times can vary slightly, so check your steaks a little early.
Can I grill salmon?
Yes! You can prepare grilled salmon, but I suggest using salmon with the skin on and the grill grates well oiled. Just season the salmon as the recipe says, but when you’re ready to grill, remove the salmon from the marinade and place it on the grill, skin-side down. Never weld side down and never try to turn it over or it will fall apart. Then grill the salmon over medium heat with the lid on until cooked through, which should take about 10 to 15 minutes depending on how you like your fish.
Can I marinate salmon overnight?
Yes! You can soak the cracked salmon overnight which makes for a great meal. However, I don’t suggest soaking the fish for longer than 24 hours because it will eventually start to decompose and become mushy due to the salt in the soy sauce.
- Soak longer. For the most intense flavour, you should marinate the fish for at least two hours in the spicy salmon marinade. The longer you leave the fish to marinate, the more layered the flavor will be.
- Handle with care. Salmon is delicate and can break easily, so be careful when placing it in a baking dish and rubbing it with the marinade.
- Make it spicier: You can use as much sriracha and ground chili pepper as you like in this recipe. Or you can use less. How well you season this salmon is entirely up to you.
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Make the firecracker sauce. Whisk all the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined.Marinate the salmon. Put the salmon fillet in a large baking dish, skin side down if it has skin and pour the marinade over the fish. Then rub the marinade all over the salmon making sure to fully cover both sides of the fish. Now, cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge to marinate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours. Preheat your oven. Right before you are ready to make the firecracker salmon preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).Bake the salmon. Remove the plastic wrap and place the salmon in the baking dish with the marinade in the preheated oven to bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Baking times do vary depending upon the size and thickness of the fillet so it’s best to check your fish at 15 minutes and go from there. Garnish and serve. Once the salmon is cooked to your liking, garnish it with fresh sliced green onions and serve immediately. Serve this over some plain steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or with a side of steamed vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower.
- Marinate longer. For the most intense flavor, you want to marinate your fish for at least 2 hours in the spicy salmon marinade. The longer you let the fish marinate, the more layered the flavor will be.
- Handle with care. Salmon is delicate and can break easily, so take care when placing in the baking dish and rubbing with the marinade.
- Make it spicier: You can use as much Sriracha and crushed chili as you like in this recipe. Or, you can use less. How spicy you make this salmon is totally up to you.
- You can store leftover firecracker salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months! To reheat, put the salmon in the microwave for about 3 minutes on medium power or in the oven at 350°F (176°C) for about 10 minutes.

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Affordable life insurance with high blood pressure
Is affordable life insurance with high blood pressure available? An agent who specializes in this niche market of the life insurance world gives you the best options.
If you are only looking at one or two carriers, then you are limiting your choices. There are many companies available to offer you more affordable life insurance with high blood pressure.
You must work with an independent agent that has the experience and the knowledge of knowing what companies will offer the lowest rates on life insurance with high blood pressure.
High Blood Pressure: What is it?
When life insurance companies underwrite life insurance with high blood pressure they have guidelines they use to determine the cost of the risk.
Approximately 50 million Americans have or are being treated for high blood pressure by a doctor. Blood pressure is the force created by the heart as it pushes blood into the arteries and through the circulatory system.
The systolic pressure is the pressure of the blood flow when the heart contracts. The diastolic pressure is the pressure between contractions. Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury. A typical blood pressure reading for an adult might be 127 systolic/ 78 diastolic.
Their is no absolute level of elevated blood pressure that is universally accepted as “high blood pressure.”
When underwriting life insurance with high blood pressure, underwriters are not only concerned with the high blood pressure, but also what high blood pressure could contribute to:
- Heart Attacks
- Kidney Failure
High blood pressure indicates that the heart is working harder than normal putting both the heart and the arteries under a greater strain.
If high blood pressure is not treated, the heart may have to work progressively harder to pump enough blood and oxygen to the body’s organs and tissues to meet their needs.
Also, when the heart is forced to work harder for an extended time, it tends to enlarge. Arteries can become scarred, hardened and less elastic.
This can make the heart, brain and kidneys particularly susceptible to damage by high blood pressure.
In 90-95% of the cases the cause of high blood pressure is unknown. In the remaining cases, high blood pressure is a symptom of some underlying problems such as kidney disease, tumor, or congenital defect of the aorta.
How do insurance companies view high blood pressure?
When insurance companies evaluate applicants for life insurance with high blood pressure, they generally consider all readings within the last 12 months. This typically gives them a good ideas of the control of the blood pressure.
Insurance companies do not like to see blood pressure readings that are high one month and normal the next. A good history of maintained blood pressure readings will usually see the best rates.
Underwriters also consider other cardiovascular risk factor such as:
- ECG findings
- cholesterol levels
- diabetes history
- family history
- tobacco use
In addition, proper medical care and proper use of prescribed medication are important factors. An individual who takes themselves off of their high blood pressure medication or “only takes it when they don’t feel good” will not be looked upon favorably by most carriers.
Generally, individuals whose average blood pressure reading during the past 12 months fall within the range on the chart below, will not be charge an extra premium or surcharge for blood pressure history:
AGES 18-34 140/90
AGES 35-49 150/90
AGES 50-69 150/95
AGES 70 + 160/95
Any blood pressure readings averaging higher than the above will typically be evaluating based on their individual readings, medical history and any other contributing factors.
What about white coat syndrome?
Many individuals suffer from white coat syndrome. This condition can elevate blood pressure readings during a routine visit or when an insured who is applying for life insurance with high blood pressure takes their insurance exam.
White coat typically occurs in about 20% of the population. If an insured needs to have a blood pressure check for life insurance, typically the examiner will try and do 3 readings in order to get an accurate reading.
If the underwriter sees abnormally high readings during the exam, but normal readings are found on the personal doctor’s records, the exam readings can be re-tried on a different day. Most insurance companies will try and make sure that “white coat syndrome” doesn’t have a negative affect on their insurance rating.
Questions for evaluating life insurance with high blood pressure
When an individual is shopping for life insurance with high blood pressure, they will typically need to answer some basic questions.
These questions will help assist the agent on knowing what insurance companies might offer the most affordable rates. It is important to be truthful and to provide as much information as possible.
Below are some of the questions that are usually asked:
- Date of Birth?
- Date high blood pressure was diagnosed?
- What was your most current blood pressure reading?
- Are you currently on medication? If so, name and dosage?
- Any history of chest pain or coronary artery disease?
- Any family history of high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke?
- Any history of TIA or stroke?
- Any history of enlarged heart?
- Any history of diabetes or peripheral vascular disease?
- An kidney disease?
- Any other major medical issues?
- Plan of coverage and amount of coverage?
How to find the best rate?
The first step in finding the most affordable rate for life insurance with high blood pressure is your agent. Your agent must have experience in this area of specialized underwriting.
Remember, all insurance companies basically publish the same rates. But, only a handful of companies are truly in the special risk marketplace.
These companies are the ones to seek out. Your agent, if an expert will do the negotiating for you. They will gather all your information, speak to the companies that specialize in underwriting life insurance with high blood pressure.
Your agent works for you to secure the absolute lowest rate. How do you know if your agent is a specialist or a generalist? Simply ask them or google them. Ask them if they are a life insurance specialist who works with individuals with pre-existing medical history? Ask them how long they have been in the business? Ask them how many insurance companies they represent?Ask them for referrals to other customers with pre-exisiting medical conditions.
We are experts. We are life insurance specialists. We have been finding the most affordable life insurance with high blood pressure for 30 years.
If you would like to discuss your situation, please contact us at 1-888-393-9003 or email Mike Raines at firstname.lastname@example.org

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Well Nigerian producers are not the only ones gettig inspiration from western super hero movies as a new Indian super hero movie A Flying Jatt was released recently
A Flying Jatt is a 2016 Bolly super hero movie co-written and directed by Remo D Sauza and produced under the banner of Balaji motio pictures. Tiger Shroff, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Nathan Jones play the lead roles in the movie.
A Flying Jatt narrates the story of an ordinary man Shroff who gains superpowers. The film released worldwide on 25 August 2016 is clearly western inspired.
Flying Jatt may have beaten Nigerian spiderwoman to the imitation game but still lives the thought of its super hero in a battle against heros like Spiderman and others
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Huons Lab, a subsidiary of Huons, said that it would cooperate in developing and manufacturing human genetic recombinant hyaluronidase with Pangen. Hyaluronidase is a recombinant enzyme protein that breaks down hyaluronic acid (HA) and is used as a drug diffusion agent.
With the recent increase in the use of HA fillers for cosmetic purposes and the development of antibody treatments or protein drugs by subcutaneous injection rather than an intravenous injection, companies have developed products using hyaluronidase to improve drug delivery ability.
Conventional hyaluronidase is a heterologous protein extracted from testicles of animals such as sheep and goats and can have unforeseen side effects. Interests in this field have increased, however, after the U.S. biotech firm, Talozyme, succeeded in developing the world's first human genetic recombinant hyaluronidase with improved biophysical properties while maintaining the unique mechanism of action,
Accordingly, Huon's Lab recognized the need to develop human genetic recombinant hyaluronidase, which is highly marketable and competitive all over the world, and joined hands with Pangen to promote localization.
"We are expanding our contract development manufacturing organization (CDMO) business to expand our new drug pipeline, including nine new contracts this year," Pangen CEO Yoon Jae-seung said. "Going forward, the company plans to conduct joint clinical development and consignment development for high-business items such as hyaluronidase."
Huons Lab CEO Kim Wan-sup also said, "To lead the global healthcare market, we plan to expand the bio business at the group level. Genetically recombinant human hyaluronidase is an important technology that can be used in a variety of therapeutics."
Successful development will attract attention in the global biologics technology market, Kim added.
According to GosReports, a global market research firm, the global hyaluronidase market is expected to grow by 7.3 percent annually between 2016 and 2020.
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Nearly 32 million Americans engage in extreme binge-drinking: study
Almost 32 million US adults admit to extreme binge-drinking at least once in the past year, meaning they consumed eight to 10 alcoholic beverages—or more—in a single sitting, US government scientists said on Wednesday.
The study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found that instances of extreme binge-drinking from 2012-2013 were up significantly from a decade earlier.
"This important study reveals that a large number of people in the United States drink at very high levels and underscores the dangers associated with such 'extreme' binge drinking," said George Koob, director of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).
"Of the nearly 90,000 people who die from alcohol each year, more than half, or 50,000, die from injuries and overdoses associated with high blood alcohol levels."
Binge-drinking is defined as having four or more drinks on an occasion for women, or five or more for men.
Extreme binge-drinking means imbibing at least twice that amount.
Using US government health surveys, researchers found that 39 percent of adult males and 27 percent of adult females reported "level one" binge-drinking during the previous year, meaning four to seven drinks for women, or five to nine drinks for men.
Among men, 11 percent reported "level two" binge-drinking, meaning they consumed 10-14 drinks on a single occasion.
Seven percent of men reported drinking "level three" bingeing, or 15 or more drinks in one sitting.
For women, five percent reported drinking double the binge-drinking threshold—or between eight and 11 drinks in a sitting—and three percent reported drinking 12 or more at least once in the past year.
People who drank to excess were far more likely to wind up in the emergency room, have a substance use disorder, get hurt because of drinking, be the driver in a car crash, and be arrested or have legal problems resulting from alcohol use.
Extreme binge-drinking was also particularly common among people who used other drugs.
"Drinking at such high levels can suppress areas of the brain that control basic life-support functions such as breathing and heart rate, thereby increasing one's risk of death," said senior author Aaron White.
"The risk increases further if other sedative drugs, particularly opioids or benzodiazepines, are added to the mix." Valium, for instance, is a common benzodiazepine.
Study authors said more work is needed to find ways to cut down on extreme binge drinking and its negative consequences.
© 2017 AFP


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The race to replace ageing Zimbabwe’s President Robert Mugabe has just turned nasty after an opposition member of parliament claimed the nation was asking when Mugabe is going to die.
The battle to succeed Zimbabwe’s 92-year-old president may be decades in the making, but its outcome is far from settled. The situation is further complicated by the incumbent’s refusal to publicly identify a favoured replacement, instead opting to hang on to power indefinitely, and keep his potential successors guessing. With 2018 the general election rearing its head, Vice President Emmerson Mnangagwa emerged as a frontrunner in the, as yet, unofficial race to replace Mugabe within the ruling Zanu-PF party.
It has now emerged that an outspoken legislator from the opposition MDC party, MP Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga, shocked Parliament on 18 October when she spoke about Mugabe’s imminent retirement and claimed Zimbabweans were asking when the president was going to die.
Referring to the ongoing Zanu-PF succession battles between Mnangagwa and the First Lady Grace Mugabe, Misihairambwi-Mushonga said the country was “at a standstill” as people were expecting announcements about Mugabe’s retirement and succession plan.
“I think we need to get the president to address all these issues to deal with the issue around succession. Succession has become a cancer in this country,” the MDC MP told Parliament,according to local reports.
“No one works because everybody is waiting to see when Robert Mugabe is going to die and when he is going to get sick. (…) Yes, I am not saying I want him to die. I am saying the very fact that as a nation, we are now bound to waking up in the morning and people wanting somebody to die, is an indication that we have a problem.”
A man hold placards during a protest against President Robert Mugabe government’s handling of the economy in HararePhilimon Bulawayo/ Reuters
Claiming the nation is “sick and tired (…) of being held to ransom over Zanu-PF politics of not being able to choose a person that they want”, the vocal legislator added: “We do not care whether President Mugabe stays or not. We have an election to go and get rid of him. These are the people that we want to get rid of him in his party.”
Misihairambwi-Mushonga urged Mugabe to address the problem.
First Lady or Vice President: Who will succeed Mugabe?
Tensions have been rising as a progressively tense fight over who will succeed him intensified within Zanu-PF ranks between his 50-year-old wife and Mnangagwa, who are at the centre ofever-deepening faction fights for the top position.
Mnangagwa, a liberation war hero known as the “Crocodile”, has enjoyed strong backing among the security forces because of his career in the defense ministry and is supported by a faction called Team Lacoste.
While the G40 backs the president’s wife, Mnangagwa’s allies within Team Lacoste have made no bones about the fact that the president should retire to make way for his vice president – something that has not escaped the notice of the first lady who in February suggested that she is out to get Mnangagwa.
Referring to the inside infighting, which prompted the ouster of the leader’s former vice president, and long-time allyJoice Mujuru – who launched her new party, Zimbabwe People First (ZPF) on 1 March to challenge the president’s 35-year rule – Mugabe earlier this year said Zanu PF’s discussion over succession was alien to Zimbabwe and that the core structures of the party were undivided.
Zimbabwean President’s wife, Grace Mugabe raises her fist as she addresses at a rally in Harare on July 28, 2013.ALEXANDER JOE/AFP/Getty Images


The straight beam represented by engineering beam theory has been used as an example throughout this work. This theory takes into account the effects of extension, bending, and shear deformation. The local and global forms of the straight beam equations were derived in Chapters 1 and 2, respectively. It is the intention here to present rather complete equations for straight beams. The derivations are based on the reduction of three-dimensional elasticity equations to the appropriate beam theory. The governing equations can be integrated and solved, using the displacement method, to find the displacements, including rotations, and the corresponding forces (stress resultants) along the member. Furthermore, analyses are presented for the cross-sectional properties needed for the study of beams. Also, analytical expressions for the distribution of normal and shear stresses on the cross-section are discussed. Computational methods for calculating cross-sectional properties and stress distributions for arbitrary cross-sectional shapes are presented.


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One of those wedding days that doesn’t even need a schedule. Family, friends, your pups and a bride & groom are all you need! Anne & Craig worked so hard to turn their home and property into their dream wedding venue and it was perfect. Truly a wonderful day!
When you meet a couple like Grace & Zack, you instantly feel joy and comfort in their presence. Constant smiles, laughter and warmth between the both of them. And the cutest dog in the world… Dexter! Their wedding at Lot 8 was a picture perfect day and I was honored to be a part of it. I mean, we had great food, CAKE…and a pinata?? How could it not be the most awesome day ever?!
Who wouldn’t want a little vintage Italian flare to add to your wedding day or big event? These little cuties are for rent and it was a pleasure to photograph them. Direct from Italy, Olive & Celeste, have been brought back to life and are completely gorgeous.

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We recently travelled from Ottawa to the Island of Oahu, Hawaii with our three kids aged, 11, 7 and 4. It was an amazing trip and I wanted to share some highlights and tips to make your trip to Hawaii memorable if you are travelling to Hawaii in the near future with kids.
Ottawa to Hawaii – is a long flight that we really underestimated at first due to the time difference. We chose to fly to Hawaii on United Airlines and I came away really disappointed with the service given the long flight. Their internet service didn’t work the entire flight – so even though we downloaded the United App we couldn’t access any inflight entertainment. The food ran out in-flight (I got the last pasta dish and I paid dearly for it!) and our quarters were cramped in economy. Throw in 3 kids with all of the lack of amenities and it made for a challenging flight. We carried what I thought was boatloads of food on our flight to satisfy three kids on a long haul flight – that also ran out too! Tip: Plan wisely and pack more snacks than you need. If there are any flight delays then you will need any extras for the longer hours in the airport. Hawaii is an expensive destination – and so even if there are leftovers – you will have extras for the following day.
Luckily, once we landed in Hawaii, things got much better. Our hotel – the Hilton Hawaiian Village, the largest resort in Hawaii, turned out to be a blessing for the entire family. The first night we got there (Friday night) we were lucky enough to catch the friday night fireworks on the beach!
Photo: Hilton Hawaiian Village. Courtesy of Blair Global Media
The Hilton Hawaiian Village – is just that – its a self-contained village with all the amenities you need without even having to leave the hotel. It has over 90 shops, 20 restaurants and bars, six swimming pools, a lagoon, a kids club and too many other amenities to mention. We didn’t get to see even half the resort even though we did a seven-night stay.
Photo: Front Entrance of the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Courtesy of Blair Global Media
Above: The boys at a waterfall at Hilton Hawaiian Village. Photo: Blair Global Media.
Below: View from our hotel room at the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Courtesy of Blair Global Media.
The hotel is also ideally located close to several attractions and restaurants and eventhough we rented a car for the entire week, we could walk off the resort for breakfast at Wailana Coffee House (for good breakfast deals), for shopping at the Ala Moana mall (which I highly recommend) and to get souvenirs and general purpose items at the local ABC Store – I brought home teas of every tropical flavour possible – from pineapple to mango! and also brought back the famous coconut flavoured syrup. We stayed in a two-bedroom suite on the Grand Waikikian Tower, ideal for large families with more than 2 kids! The suite was huge, with flat screen TVs in every bedroom, two and a half bathrooms and a full kitchen.
Of the restaurants at the hotel – we got to sample Lappert’s Ice cream – which the kids loved – those scoops should be banned! They are huge! The flavours are authentic – when they say coconut they mean it – no fake flavours there. The smell of the waffle cones permeated the entire resort, even into your hotel room, good job Lappert’s – no more marketing needed! Ofcourse, my oldest son kept asking to go there each and every day of our seven-night stay.
We also ordered pizza from Round Table Pizza – which was ideal for nights we wanted to just eat in after a long day touring.
On our last night we sampled Benihana – our kids loved the experience of having that personalized service and having the meal prepared right at our table.
Best Attractions for Kids in Hawaii
The Polynesian Cultural Centre
The Polynesian Cultural Centre was truly a rich experience for the kids. Visitors can explore authentic villages from 6 Pacific cultures as they demonstrate their arts, music, history and games.
Photo: Learning how to twirl a baton from a fire dancer. First a baton twirler, then a fire-eater. Photo courtesy of Blair Global Media.
Photo: Kids learning how to play with Gigs. Courtesy of Blair Global Media
Waterfalls at Polynesian Cultural Centre. Photo courtesy of Blair Global Media.
Photos: Fiji Temple at the Polynesian Cultural Centre. Courtesy of Blair Global Media
Pearl Harbour/USS Arizona Memorial
For many, a trip to Honolulu, Hawaii, is not complete without visiting Pearl Harbor. In fact, this site is recognized as Hawaii’s top tourist destination, with millions of people visiting each and every day to soak in a bit of history and pay their respects at the USS Arizona Memorial.
Pearl Harbor facts
- Located a handful of miles west of the city of Honolulu, Pearl Harbor serves as the home of the U.S. Navy’s Pacific Fleet.
- When the Japanese attacked on an otherwise peaceful Sunday morning in early December 1941, they caught the base completely off-guard.
- The attack — which came in two waves beginning just before 8 a.m. local time — lasted approximately two hours.
- Over 3,500 Americans were killed or wounded that morning, including 1,177 who went down to watery graves when the USS Arizona exploded and then sank in the shallow harbor.
- 350 aircraft were destroyed or damaged, but luckily the aircraft carriers that were based at Pearl Harbor were not around that morning, and therefore suffered no damage.
- 21 vessels were sunk or badly damaged, including all 8 battleships of the U.S. Pacific Fleet. The USS Arizona and USS Utah still sit at the bottom of the harbor.
Pearl Harbour Tips
- Wear Running Shoes: the visit includes lots of walking and climbing – leave the flip-flops for the beach.
- If you’re going with an infant or child younger than 6 – I would recommend a small umbrella stroller for the day. Our 4 yr old couldn’t handle the walking and after a while she became fussy.
- Bring Sunscreen: For some reason it seemed like the sun was the hottest the day we visited Pearl Harbour.
Atlantis Submarine Tour
The Atlantis Submarine Tour was another highlight of the trip. With Atlantis Submarines, you explore depths of Hawaii’s ocean waters 100 feet below the surface and “swim” amidst schools of beautiful fish in the world’s most technologically advanced passenger submarine. We were able to view sunken ship wrecks and airplanes at a depth of more than 100 feet and learn about coral, reef life and submersibles through audio headsets with narration in several languages.
Kualoa Regional Park
Photo of Mokolii, by Blair Global Media, also known among locals as Chinaman’s Hat
Kualoa means “long ancestral background” in the Hawaiian language, a fitting tribute to the area’s interesting history. In the old Hawaii, chiefs brought their children here to learn learn about their heritage and traditions. The park itself was once a sacred town. Today, the park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
One of Kualoa Park’s main attractions is the view to nearby Mokoli’i Island. According to an ancient legend, the island is a fluke from the tail of a large dragon. Hi’iaka, sister of the goddess Pele, slew the creature and threw its tail into the bay. Mokoli’i, which means “little lizard,” is said to be part of the tail. From the shore, the island looks a bit like a coolie’s hat, which has earned it the nickname “Chinaman’s Hat.”
Kualoa Ranch, Kamehameha Highway – Jurassic Park Film Location
Kualoa is a 4000-acre private nature reserve and working cattle ranch, as well as a popular tourist attraction and filming location on the windward coast of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi. It is located about 24 miles from Honolulu, and 32 miles from Haleiwa. In Jurassic Park, the rolling green landscape where Alan Grant and the kids find themselves in the path of a herd of Gallimimus fleeing from the T Rex, is one of the best attractions in Oahu. The stampede in the film was filmed at the Kualoa Ranch, Kamehameha Highway, Ka’a’awa Valley.
The ranch is open to visitors, and the fallen tree, under which Grant and the kids take shelter, is still there as a great photo opportunity. There’s a one-hour location tour, which takes in sites from the 1998 Godzilla, Windtalkers, 50 First Dates and TV series Lost. Take Kamehameha Highway north from Honolulu, about 20 miles. The entrance is on the left, opposite the Kualoa Regional Park.
Day Visit to The Disney Aulani Resort & Spa
The Disney Aulani Resort is truly spectacular and it is breathtaking! and yes its totally worth the cost! We wavered between staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Resort and Disney Aulani – in the end we enjoyed the best of the two resorts. If you can’t figure out which hotel to choose – I would recommend splitting your stay between both resorts as the two have so much to offer and they are located in different parts of the island. Aulani’s natural surroundings in Ko-Olina are beautiful and the kids loved being there for the day. Auntie’s beach house, a 5,200 square-foot, kids club was amazing – the kids didn’t want to leave!
There are so many things to do that it’s hard to decide what to do first at Aulani. The grottos, lazy river, keiki splash zone, snorkeling lagoon and beach keep everyone entertained, no matter what the age, and the appearance of Disney characters on the resort grounds each day adds an additional layer of fun to staying here. When we visited Aulani they had a beach party that day – and I kid you not – all the Disney characters were present and everyone had a ball!
Hotel and Lovely Lazy River at the Disney Aulani Resort. Photos Courtesy of Blair Global Media.
(Above) Lagoon at Disney Aulani Resort. Photo courtesy of Blair Global Media.
(Below) Shake-A-Shaka Pool Party dance-off at Disney Aulani. Photos Courtesy of Blair Global Media.
When we visited Aulani, it was also our anniversary and we had lunch at ‘AMA‘AMA. The restaurant is named after the ‘AMA‘AMA, a local mullet fish—and it’s inspired by the fishing settlements along the leeward coast of O‘ahu that date back to the 12th century.
‘AMA‘AMA is designed to resemble a beachside house. Its spacious dining room features a thatched roof, mosaic designs, a fountain and a reflecting pool. When they realized it was our anniversary – we were presented with a tasty gift!
The serving sizes at ‘AMA‘AMA were huge – hubby had this burger for lunch and I don’t think he finished it!
Photos: Blair Global Media
We also had dinner at Makahiki restaurant, a casual, family-friendly restaurant named for the Makahiki season, the traditional Hawaiian celebration of the harvest. Throughout the restaurant, you’ll find elegant glass designs and jewel-toned murals that depict the story of the Makahiki season. The buffet was delightful and had a good selection of kid-friendly treats.
Shopping at Ala Moana
Photo: Blair Global Media
The Ala Moana was always abuzz with live entertainment and has a food court that is large and has a diverse selection of food. We frequented the Ala Moana because we couldn’t get enough of the vibe. The Ala Moana Center is the largest shopping mall in Hawaii, with 310 stores. It is ranked the second most profitable mall in America and is located in Honolulu just minutes from Waikiki, in an open-air shopping oasis. The Ala Moana Center currently features more than 80 dining options, and one of the largest collections of luxury retailers in the world, four major department stores (Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Sears) and several only in Hawaii retailers featuring locally-made products.
Have you visited Hawaii with kids! Share your tips by posting a comment below.

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TerraForm Global Completes Acquisition Of Alto Cielo Solar Farm
According to Bloomberg, TerraForm's acquisition represents something "its parent [SunEdison] has struggled to do recently: complete an acquisition." The publication added that the acquisition comes at a time when TerraForm is seeking to avoid insolvency proceedings following SunEdison's bankruptcy filing.
Bloomberg added that TerraForm is taking stakes to create distance between itself and its parent company. The company previously argued in a lawsuit filed April 3 that SunEdison misused $231 million that had been allocated towards completing solar farm projects in India.
Shares of TerraForm were trading lower by more than 1 percent Monday afternoon.
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Cartoons: A Timeless Delight for All Ages
Cartoons have a remarkable ability to transcend generations and captivate audiences of all ages. These animated wonders have been a cherished form of entertainment for decades, enchanting us with their colorful characters, imaginative worlds, and clever humor. Whether you’re a child giggling at the antics of your favorite Saturday morning heroes or an adult reminiscing about the classic Roomtoon of your youth, there’s no denying the enduring appeal of these animated gems.
A Gateway to Creativity and Imagination
Cartoons are more than just a source of entertainment; they serve as a gateway to creativity and imagination. From the whimsical adventures of Mickey Mouse to the futuristic escapades of the Jetsons, cartoons transport us to worlds limited only by the boundaries of the artist’s imagination. They encourage us to dream big and believe in the extraordinary, sparking our own creativity in the process.
Lessons Disguised as Laughter
One of the most remarkable aspects of cartoons is their ability to teach valuable life lessons while making us laugh. Shows like “SpongeBob SquarePants” impart the importance of friendship and resilience, while “The Simpsons” satirizes the quirks of modern society. Through witty dialogue and relatable characters, cartoons gently impart wisdom and morals, making them an invaluable tool for both children and adults alike.
A Nostalgic Connection
For adults, cartoons hold a special place in our hearts as a nostalgic connection to our childhoods. The Saturday morning ritual of tuning in to watch beloved characters like Bugs Bunny or Scooby-Doo is a memory etched in the minds of many. Revisiting these classics can transport us back in time, evoking a sense of comfort and nostalgia that transcends the passage of years.
An Ever-Evolving Medium
Cartoons have evolved significantly over the years, adapting to the changing tastes and technologies of each generation. Traditional hand-drawn animation has given way to computer-generated imagery (CGI), and streaming platforms have opened up new avenues for storytelling. This adaptability ensures that cartoons remain relevant and captivating, even in a rapidly changing entertainment landscape.


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Dog training, dog walking, dog grooming and just plain dog owning has changed. Gone are the days of carefree canines wandering the woods, exploring the smells and sounds of their surroundings. Today's number one domesticated animal is a mammal with a mission, with serious business to do. And be had for that matter. Dogs are big business and today's over-achieving, over-earning middle class are more than happy to dole out the dough for their Jakes and Marleys.
Somehow it seems our need for perfection and status and stature has transferred over to our pets. We are obsessed. Just take a look at how many recent novels on the New York Times bestseller list are tales of living with dogs. Dog boutiques, dog spas, dog retreats...I can think of entire subcontinental nations that aren't fed and cared for as well.
Sadly, for example, it's no longer acceptable to leave a dog outside for no specific purpose other than to perform bodily functions, exercise or guard the homestead. Dogs must be entertained, socialized and trained. It's not enough to turn out well adjusted children. Our pets also speak volumes about what kind of a person we are.
What does Alfie say about us? Probably that we are loose, unstructured and bohemian creative types. Some of that may be true. Then again, we have one of the sweetest dogs, one who thrives on the love and affection he is given. That part speaks to the warmth and closeness in our home.
Much to some of our neighbor's chagrin, Alfie is free to wander our fence-less property and saunter next door to visit with the tamest Bull Terrier ever bred. On more than one occasion we've heard a knock at the door and opened it to discover a kind-hearted neighbor holding Alfie by the collar with a "he was wandering out front" explanation for their impromptu citizen's arrest; I mean, kind concern. We now let him wander out back only and make sure someone is out front with him, or that he is tied to the light post. It's not that we don't trust Alfie; we don't want to worry anyone else.
However, sometimes doggie encounters happen and our "he's a dog" attitude clashes with the "he is a well-adjusted, thriving member of our family"attitude of other dog owners and mayhem ensues. A couple of days into the move I decided to take Alfie for a walk and give him a chance to let the other dogs in the hood know he had arrived. Not only did I put the leash on, I even made him sit while I put it on. I was ready to make a good impression with the neighbors and show them how obedient and well turned out our pooch was.
A few feet from our driveway Alfie let out a long and loud bow wow. I admit it was startling; mostly because I didn't hear or see anyone else approaching on the street. Unfortunately it did more than startle the taut and tuned Vizela-esque dog and his equally taut and tuned owner exercising (OK, walking) across the road. Alfie's "hey, I'm Alfie from Canada and I'm new here" introduction sent both poor creatures into absolute trauma mode.
Immediately the owner stopped, turned to the dog and commanded it to remain calm. While firmly holding the dog with one hand, she directed the dog to look into her eyes by bringing her two fingers from her eyes, to the dog's eyes and back to hers. Again she commanded it to remain calm. There was no "hey, who cares" or "hey, welcome to the hood" or "hey, I'm Franz" from this canine. Not a wimper nor a wag was allowed.
I was mortified. I didn't know if it was the horror we had created or the horrible reaction to a seemingly average dog encounter I witnessed that made me want to scuttle back into the house. I could just hear the recounting at the next therapy appointment..."and then, this explosion out of no where! I still shake when I think about it". Sniff, sniff. Pass the kleenex please.
I probably should have felt shame for upsetting the apple cart so. But some carts are simply driving down the road in the wrong direction and need some shaking up. Just to be sure I haven't totally lost my mind, I'm going to rent Lassie or Old Yeller and reminisce about the good old doggie days. Do you think dogs ever think that too?

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|After a year from the release of the single "Inside", the Alternative/Progressive Metal Trio |
Alaya has released the video "Sleep" from their long awaited new album Thrones. Link
Thrones comes out on March 17th via Basick Records. To hear "Inside" click the link below.
This sounds awesome and I am stoked for this album!
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Woa... This totally rules!
That was pretty decent, I feel as if the vocals lack something, though.
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I thought the vocals were really done well.
"So EnjooooYy... YoooouRrr... LAaaaST NIiiiiGHT!"
These guys were a killer local Chicago area post-rock band as The Alaya Conscious. They are talented musicians and I'm very excited to see what they do with the full length.
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Evening event Sept. 20 will focus on low water use turf and flower and vegetable trials
Tuesday evening, Sept. 20 is set for the annual Horticulture Night at the Kansas State University Agricultural Research Center in Hays. This year the emphasis is on low water use turfgrass demonstration plots, tomato and pepper varietal trials, and the Prairie Star flower performance trials. The event is scheduled later in the summer this year than usual so attendees can better view the results of the complete season.
Jared Hoyle, K-State Research and Extension turfgrass specialist will lead a discussion on low-water use turfgrass varieties, which feature buffalo grass. The plots are well established in their second year since planting for visual comparisons. Jared has experience with multiple turfgrass issues throughout the state. The demonstration plot is in conjunction with the Turf Conversion Program promoted by the City of Hays. The program encourages Hays homeowners to convert their full-sun exposure lawns currently planted to a cool-season turf to a low-water-use turfgrass. The advantages of established warm-season grass are water conservation and less maintenance.
The Ellis County Extension Master Gardeners will present the results for the 11 tomato, 24 pepper and 3 zucchini varieties trials and will offer samples so participants can taste the varietal variations. The Master Gardeners will also announce plans for their 2017 garden projects.
The evening will end with a walk along the Prairie Star Flower Performance Trials. More than 130 cultivars are being grown and rated for vigor, appearance and season-long performance. Holly Dickman, Ellis County extension horticulture agent will provide her comments on each general group or series.
The Prairie Star bedding plant trial program, with four locations in Kansas, is one of only a few across the United States and the only one in the Great Plains region. Cultivars selected for the Prairie Star list must perform well for two years in Kansas before being added to the recommended plant list. The weather this summer has certainly thrown a challenge for some of them, so participants on Sept. 20 can see for themselves how they have performed and will know the best bedding plant cultivars for the Hays area coming on the market.
Property and homeowners are encouraged to attend. Questions about flowers, vegetable gardening and turfgrass will be addressed but discussion is not limited to those topics. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with the program starting at 6 p.m. The research center is located south of Hays at 1232 240th Ave. For more information phone: 785-625-3425 or check Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WKARC/?fref=ts or Twitter.


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Got to spend a night and day in Toronto this past week. My X-T1 and lenses are still on back order - and if they don't show soon I'll probably have to cancel the order until I'm back from Bermuda - so took my little Fuji X100S along for the ride. Still trying to wrap my head around how to take pictures, such as street work, that are not all wide angle. Slowly getting there but I still can't resist going for the big picture. Gotta learn to look smaller.
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The downtown core (all along Front Street) in Toronto is ripped apart right now. The Royal York is covered in scaffolding and Union Station is a mess.
Remember to book and save :-) Shot through glass.
The clouds were very low on a rainy and miserable day. The reflection in the upper right was due to the glass window I was shooting through.
One of the most decorated chip trucks I have ever seen.


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I used to love fashion. It was my drive. My passion.
Ever since I remember, I have always said The Devil Wears Prada is my favorite film without hesitation. But this changed once my eyes were opened to the injustice, unfairness, and greed of this industry.
About two years ago, I ended my conditional relationship with fashion. Before that, I was completely blind to the truth and the scandalous practices of most fashion companies. Those ruthless practices include convincing us to buy more so we feel better about ourselves, harming our planet, and disrespecting people—especially garment workers who work hard for very little pay so the founders and CEOs can keep growing rich.
The entire fashion industry (as well as beauty and many others) profits from people’s insecurities, unworthiness and not-enoughness, promising beauty, self-worth, and happiness. The only condition is that you purchase another dress, pair of shoes, handbag, lingerie set, piece of jewelry, or whatever it is that they made you feel you need.
And I fell for it, too. In fact, for almost my entire life, I felt that I would truly feel happier and more fulfilled if I bought more stuff.
My wardrobe was overflowing with clothes, shoes, different handbags, and despite this, I still felt I didn’t have enough. Constantly tempted by fashion adverts and fashion influencers, I continued playing the game of trends adding to my wish list. I kept wanting more.
But what I didn’t realize at the time was that I was trying to fill the void inside me. The emptiness created by social conditioning made me believe that I needed to seek outside of myself to feel good enough, so I could feel worthy.
Until last year, it hadn’t even crossed my mind that I simply didn’t accept myself for the way I was. I kept consuming unconsciously because I was running away from facing the truth.
Outside, the world began to slow down, and this welcome time forced me to go within and seek the answers there. I could no longer carry on living the same way. Deep down, I was miserable, and I knew I needed to change, but I was so fucking tired. I was tired of constantly trying to be and look perfect, seeking validation, keeping my guard up, hiding my emotions, wearing different masks to please people, and suppressing my truth as a result.
I didn’t want to show my true self to the world because I was afraid of being rejected, laughed at, and ridiculed.
Just like in childhood and in my teenage years when I happened to experience bullying for the way I looked. Overweight. Wearing glasses. Bushy and unruly hair.
I considered myself ugly. And because our reality is a mirror of what is going with us internally, I kept getting confirmations of how I felt about myself from the outside. I never received the love, acceptance, and appreciation I craved for.
But slowing my life down, time alone, countless walks in nature, and everyday meditation naturally led me to self-reflection.
I understood that the acceptance, love, and appreciation that I was seeking on the outside, I should give to myself first.
I realized that without learning to love myself unconditionally, I would forever be prone to conforming to the rules that society sets for us.
It has been more than a year since I stepped onto a self-study, self-discovery, and self-love journey. As I carry on walking this path, every day, I find another mask that I strip myself of. I try my best to do it lovingly and patiently as I know those layers were formed by my subconscious mind to protect me from the outside world.
If my words resonate with you, I encourage you to do the inner work, too. Get quiet, and look within. Begin transforming your self-worth, creating unshakeable confidence in yourself, and opening yourself up to the countless possibilities and abundance you deserve.
Understand that you are already WHOLE and COMPLETE the way you are. The world has simply made you forget.
But I’m here to remind you of the greatness and infinite potential that lies within you.
You just need to open yourself up to it and claim it.
You’ve got everything you need within you. Don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.

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Nupur, Laura and their adorable little girls met me for an afternoon family photo session at Bryce Park in NW Washington DC.
Jaya and Ceci were all smiles for the camera, but my favorite portraits of them were, of course, the candid ones!
I got a great picture of Jaya in the quiet moment of smelling flowers and one of Ceci mesmerized by bubbles she was blowing.
During the session Nupur and Laura told me that they share my passion for storytelling and I was able to hear their entire love story, which was recorded at Sucker For Love through Story District.
It was such a treat to get a glimpse into their roots and add to their family history by making these portraits for them.
Thanks for such a great time!
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Great job! These are so cute! I love the candid pictures you captured!
Thank you! I love candid childhood photography! Here is to hoping that all my wedding clients will call me back for their family portraits one day 🙂
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n Tax Breaks Newsletter - VAT : when does it start and end for your business? : value added tax
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Extracted from text ... 2 October 2006 VALUE-ADDED TAX VAT: when does it start and end for your business? By KATHY THERSBY OPERATING a business carries many risks and compliance with South African tax laws is just one of them. Value Added Tax (VAT), an indirect system of taxation currently levied at 14 per cent, has been part of the taxation landscape for 15 years now after replacing General Sales Tax. The consequences of non-compliance with the provisions of the VAT Act can be severe. The South African Revenue Service (SARS) can, where deemed necessary, add a 10 per cent penalty as well as ..
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AA set of cutlery that embodies my personal conclusions of shape and form.
Achieved by the graphical two-dimensional shape of the top surface that allows the fluid three-dimensional form to hang from. While contrasting each other they ultimately find a complimenting balance as they influence one another.
Finished in sterling silver and Zirconia (technical ceramic) they relate to traditional tableware such as fine china and silverware.
I feel the ability to shape and form is very important as a designer. With the creation of numerous models I worked in an intuitive way directly with wood. Starting with rough sketches on the material as a judge for proportion, and the feel of shaping with my hands and eyes. Each model was an evolution toward the goal of a set of cutlery that embodied my thoughts and feelings about shape and form, each successive piece refining my senses, skills, as well as my understanding of what I found interesting.
I feel the art of craft is disappearing, as design is shifting to the computer, where I feel the personality and individuality of the designer is lost.
The result is a personal study of my ideas about shape and form applied to cutlery as I find it interesting how it is a tool, as well as an extension of the body and how this is translated to each individual utensil and its function
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Testament have posted a clip from Dark Roots Of Thrash, their new DVD/2CD. Check out “Rise Up” below. Dark Roots Of Thrash, which documents the Bay Area veterans’ sold-out headlining performance at the Paramount in Huntington, New York, this past February, will be made available October 11 (Europe) and October 15 (North America) via Nuclear […]
Thrash icons Testament sat down with the “All Purpose Show,” hosted by Prince Paul, before their performance at Scion Rock Fest to talk about their 25 years-plus career. Check out the video below, and let us know what you think in the comments.
Thrash legends Testament are sharing their live performance of “Dark Roots of Earth” at Scion Rock Fest exclusively at RevolverMag.com. The annual Scion Rock Fest was held on June 1 in Memphis, Tennessee, and featured performances by the Melvins, Municipal Waste, Corrosion of Conformity, and many more. Check out the video below and let us […]
Five Finger Death Punch Added to Aftershock Festival Lineup, “Five Finger Discount” Ticket Info Here!
An expanded band lineup has been announced for the second annual Monster Energy’s Aftershock Festival. Additions to Northern California’s biggest summer rock festival — September 14 and 15 at Discovery Park near downtown Sacramento, California — include Sunday co-headliner Five Finger Death Punch, along with Testament, Filter, Miss May I, Thousand Foot Krutch, Love And Death, We […]
Record Store Day has become an audiophile’s Christmas. The now annual event has spread worldwide to become a day where bands and record labels put out special vinyl releases including colored vinyl, exclusives, and picture discs. This year’s Record Store Day will be held on April 20. One notable release is Earache Records’ The World’s […]
Check out the action when the Dark Roots of Thrash tour hit the House of Blues!
Leading up to the end of the year, Revolver has asked some of our favorite artists to pick their Top Albums of 2012 and tell us why each record rules. Here, Sean Parkinson (pictured left), guitarist of the heavy-metal band West of Hell, selects his faves. 5. 3 Inches of Blood, […]
Leading up to the end of the year, Revolver has asked some of our favorite artists to pick their Top Albums of 2012 and tell us why each record rules. Here, Cristiano Trionfera (pictured left), guitarist of the symphonic death-metal band Fleshgod Apocalypse, selects his faves. 5. Aborted, Global Flatline […]
Leading up to the end of the year, Revolver has asked some of our favorite artists to pick their Top Albums of 2012 and tell us why each record rules. Here, Heri Joensen (pictured left), vocalist-guitarist of the pagan-metal band Týr, selects his faves. 5. Jürghinn, The Proof Is Evidence “Because […]
At Revolver, we are bringing this year to a close and making lists like we’re starring in a metal version of High Fidelity. Our January issue of Revolver (on newsstands now) features our Top 20 Albums of the Year. Online, we have posts and polls (like Best Music Videos), as well as a tribute to […]


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This week marked the beginning of the final push toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals before their 2015 due date; on August 18th, organizations around the world working toward ending open defecation, increasing access to education, lowering maternal death rates, and more, came together across social media to push for keeping the momentum going in MDGs' final 500 days.
Among those organizations was the Women's Democracy Network (WDN), which used the moment to highlight MDG 3: Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women. "While we’ve seen great progress over the past 20 years with MDG #3," wrote Johanna Hellrigl, Senior Assistant Program Officer at WDN, "when it comes to closing the gender gap between women and men, the world’s population has nearly closed the gap in in health outcomes, economic empowerment, and educational attainment, but only 21 percent of the political outcomes gap has been closed."
August 18, 2014, marked 500 days until the Millennium Development Goals come due. To date, three of the goals focusing on extreme poverty reduction, access to clean water, and improvement of living conditions have been achieved, but this does not mean the world's work is finished.
Mobile technology has come a long way from its early days of hosting voice calls on bulky phones with dodgy reception. Today, mobile technology brings the entire internet to the palms of people’s hands, and the number of people connected to the global mobile network is rapidly growing around the world. As mobile technology advances and demand for mobile coverage and capabilities increases, the June 2014 Ericsson Mobility Report explores the future of the mobile market in coming years.
In the coming century and beyond, the world will see many dramatic shifts in technologic development. As a nation, the United States need to ensure policy fosters the development and prompt integration of these emerging technologies to dramatically strengthen our national defense and maximize our defense potential.
On May 27, the National Democratic Institute hosted the 2014 HOPE Fellows for a presentation titled, “When Legislation is Not Enough: Addressing Gaps in Implementation of Kosovo’s Laws on Gender Equality.” Speaking directly to the topic of realizing gender equality in Kosovo, the Fellows shed light on four main issue areas: 1) implementing written law: 2) strengthening the rule of law; 3) combating social norms; and 4) producing realistic action plans. Their presentation made it clear that the underlying theme throughout all issue areas is the failure of the top-down approach.
On Thursday, May 29, the Embassy of Italy in Washington DC hosted a panel discussion formally titled, “Digital Diplomacy: Foreign Policy and the Future of Engagement,” featuring panel members from the digital outreach teams of the U.S. Department of State and the White House, as well as the media auteurs behind the viral “Texts from Hillary” blog and Trippi and Associates, a media firm that handles political outreach online.
China's censorship of the internet is widely known, but perhaps no day is more sensitive to the "Great Firewall" than June 4th. On this day 25 years ago, a nascent pro-democracy and government reform movement came to a swift and bloody halt in Tiananmen Square, and the Communist Party of China took steps to deeply entrench its place in Chinese government and society. Looking back, the images of the protests are not unfamiliar to us—beyond being some of the most iconic images of from the collapse of the Cold War, the images of hopeful and determined faces gathering in public squares have been repeated from Tunisia to Madrid, Cairo to Brasília. But looking ahead, while China faces much of the same problems of political corruption and economic inequality, the opportunities to recreate the mass protests of 1989 seem to grow more distant with each new term censored from internet search and each new effort toward the depoliticization of Chinese youth.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland was on firm ground when he signaled Tuesday that the Justice Department will take a methodical approach to the discovery of classified material at former president Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence: “We will … look at the facts and the law and take it from there.” Whether Justice will launch a full investigation into the legality of Trump’s actions remains to be seen.
What can’t wait, however, is a full-blown inquiry into Trump’s handling and safeguarding of classified information, including top-secret documents, that were taken with him when he left the White House. Some of the information in Trump’s possession at Mar-a-Lago was so sensitive that, with respect to the top-secret materials, unauthorized disclosure could reasonably be expected to cause, by definition, “exceptionally grave damage” to national security.
The U.S. government has no choice: Regardless of Garland’s plans, national security officials must determine whether Trump took all the appropriate steps at Mar-a-Lago to protect spirited-away classified materials from unauthorized disclosure or compromise. (In a statement, Trump denied any impropriety in his possession or handling of the materials.)
In fact, the government, presumably FBI agents, should have been on the ground at Mar-a-Lago the very day the National Archives and Records Administration advised the Justice Department that it had identified “items marked as classified national security information” within 15 boxes at Trump’s private estate. The Post reported the National Archives discovery more than a week ago. What has happened since then? This isn’t an innocuous inquiry.
Government agencies that produced, own and are responsible for controlling the top-secret information that was taken have a need to know whether their information could have fallen into the wrong hands. Lives, vital sources and methods of collection, critical U.S. interests, including relations with foreign governments, depend upon top-secret information being properly safeguarded.
For me, this is neither a juicy Trump news story nor a spectator sport.
I spent years of another life protecting U.S. classified information. My activities ranged from investigating individuals’ trustworthiness to handling national security documents, to putting in place physical and procedural safeguards, to preventing unauthorized disclosures to those without a need to know. I did it in Washington and in Europe, and when the Cold War was rather heated.
Garland can ponder his next move. But someone in a position of authority had better find out what Trump did with top-secret materials taken from the White House, his tender sensibilities notwithstanding.
There are carefully prescribed government-wide procedures for the handling, storage, protection and transporting of top-secret information.
Where were the documents kept at Mar-a-Lago? How were they stored, and in what kind of equipment or facility? Who at Mar-a-Lago had potential access to them? Given the circumstances of their removal from the White House, and Trump’s past defiance of the Presidential Records Act, which requires document preservation, the government must — not should — but must investigate the thorny question of whether classified information in Trump’s possession might have been compromised.
And respond accordingly.
Whether top-secret materials were or were not intentionally mishandled — and who, if anyone, was grossly negligent — are important questions, but for another day. Political partisans can also spar over those issues.
For now, the government needs to know how, exactly, former president Trump treated highly sensitive national security information taken from the White House more than a year ago. This is urgent.


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Russia vetoes United Nations Security Council Resolution
Russia on Friday vetoed the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution condemning its accession of four former eastern Ukraine regions and the referendums held in four Ukrainian regions from September 23 to 27.
Titled “Illegal So-Called Referenda in Ukraine,” the draft resolution was prepared by Albania and the U.S. and was vetoed by Russia, one of the five permanent members of the council.
Of the 15-nation council, 10 nations, including the U.S., France and Britain, voted in favor of the draft, while China, Gabon, India and Brazil abstained from voting.
U.S. Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield introduced the resolution that called on member states not to recognise any altered status of Ukraine and obliged Russia to withdraw its troops.
She argued in the council’s chamber that the attempted annexation of a sovereign nation’s territory went against the founding principles of the United Nations, and said Putin was celebrating “this clear violation of international law” with a concert held after he proclaimed the annexations on Friday.
“The referenda in the republics of Donetsk & Lugansk, Kherson & Zaporozhye regions were held in full compliance with the norms and principles of the international law, no matter how hard our Western opponents or even the Secretary General try to prove the opposite.” Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia said, defending Russia’s veto.
China’ s UN ambassador Zhang Jun argued that while “the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries should be safeguarded,” countries’ “legitimate security concerns” should also be taken seriously.
With no draft resolution condemning the accession of the four regions into Russia, The United States will sponsor a new resolution at the General Assembly later.
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Franco-Gabonese self-made entrepreneur Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard is the
Founder, chairman and 100% owner of APO Group, the leading pan-African
communications consultancy and press release distribution service.
- An Advisory Board member of the African Energy Chamber (AEC).
- A Senior Advisory Board member of The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business.
- A member of the Task Force for the FIFA – CAF Infrastructure Development Project.
- An Advisory Board member of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), the premier hotel investment conference in Africa.
- A founding member of the Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa Advisory Board.
- A member of the Advisory Board of the World Football Summit.
- A Special Advisor to the President of Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa.
- An International Committee member of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) – the biggest music awards event in Africa.
APO Group is:
- The Pan-African public relations agency of FIFA, the governing body of football/soccer.
- The Pan-African public relations agency of the NBA.
- The Pan-African public relations agency of the Basketball Africa League (BAL).
- The Pan-African public relations agency of the World Football Summit, the world’s largest convention on the football industry.
- The Official Public Relations Partner and Sport Marketing Agency of World Rugby’s African association, Rugby Africa, the governing body of rugby in Africa.
- The Official Partner of iconic French Football Club Olympique de Marseille’s African program “OM Africa”.
- The Strategic Partner of the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa (ANOCA), the governing body of the Olympic Movement in Africa.
- The Pan-African public relations agency of Afro Nation, the world’s biggest Afrobeats Music festival.
- The Principal Partner to the Africa Women Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum (AWIEF).
- The Official Sponsor of SEED Project (Sports for Education and Economic Development).
- The Partner of the International Sports Press Association (AIPS).
APO Group’s year over year revenue growth was 40% in 2021 and 60% in 2022.
In 2023, APO Group and its clients have won a total of 5 African SABRE Awards, more than any other firm in this year’s competition. The SABRE Awards are the world’s biggest PR awards programme.
APO Group works with more than 300 clients, ranging from governments to international institutions, prominent personalities, and companies active in Africa. Some of APO Group’s prestigious clients include Facebook, Dangote Group, Nestlé, GE, NBA, FIFA, Canon, DHL, Marriott Group, Ecobank, Siemens, Standard Chartered, Orange, Jack Ma Foundation, African Development Bank, World Health Organization, Islamic Development Bank, Liquid Intelligent Technology, Rotary International, Kaspersky, Greenpeace…
APO Group is a also member of the UNESCO’s Global Education Coalition, of the UNESCO-led Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy, and has established partnerships with the World Health Organization (WHO), the African Union Commission, Invest Africa, Venture Capitalism for Africa (VC4A), and The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business.
In December 2018, Nicolas stepped down as CEO of APO Group and was succeeded by a former CEO for Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe of Orange Business Services, the B2B division of French Telecom giant Orange. His successor also served as Chairman of the Board of Orange Business Saudi Arabia, and Middle East Director in the Gulf region for Accenture.
During his time as CEO at APO Group, Nicolas has been growing the company as well as serving and advising hundreds of multinational companies to invest and conduct business in Africa. As Chairman, he is focusing on delivering high-level counsel for the company’s clients and developing his investment fund dedicated to Africa.
Since 2020, Jack Ma has invited Nicolas to be one of the seven semifinal judges of the annual Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) prize competition, helping to identify the ten finalist who go forward to compete in a ‘pitch finale’ in front of Jack Ma himself.
As the Award Director of Rugby Africa Media & Photography Awards, Nicolas has assembled a fantastic judging panel headed by the Chairman of World Rugby, Sir Bill Beaumont, and has brought together luminaries from the worlds of business and sport. The Jury panel of 85 consists of prominent companies such as DHL, Google, Uber, Jaguar Land Rover, Kenya Airways, John Deere, Lufthansa Group, Pfizer, Qatar Airways, MTN, Radisson Hotel Group, Visa, Universal Music Africa, Canon, only to name a few.
In 2021, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), part of the United Nations, had asked Nicolas to be the Jury Chairman of the 2021 West and Central Africa Migration Journalism Awards. Some of the jury members included the Secretary General of FIFA, Fatma Samoura, and the Senior Vice President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Bajabulile “Swazi” Tshabalala, to name a few.
In 2023, Nicolas was appointed a founding member of the Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa Advisory Board. Other members of the advisory board include H.E. Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area; Dr. Benedict Okey Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank); Alain Ebobissé, CEO of Africa50; Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation of the Arab Republic of Egypt; Sérgio Pimenta, IFC’s Vice President for Africa.
Nicolas has spoken at several high-profile events, including the Bloomberg Africa Business Media Innovators Forum 2019 and the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) 2019. He has also moderated panels at the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) in 2019 and 2022, as well as at AHIF’s Africa Tomorrow Conference in 2020.
Nicolas created APO Group in 2007 while he was a journalist for online Gabonese media Gabonews and Deputy President of the Pan African Press Organization in France (APPA – Association de la Presse Panafricaine). He founded the company with a savings of €10,000, as start-up capital. The objective was to provide international and African media access to reliable news about the continent’s economy, businesses, and investment. Since then, APO Group has helped communicators relay compelling, uniquely African stories to audiences, enabling a change in the African narrative to a more positive tone.
Nicolas enjoys motorcycling and has a Triumph Rocket 3 R and a KTM 890 Adventure R that takes pride of place in his home garage. He is also a proud owner of a “cruzado portugues” show horse.
Prior to founding APO Group in 2007, Nicolas served successively as Deputy-Director of the French regional daily newspaper Le Petit Journal, Director of FNSEA farmer’s Union in Tarn-et-Garonne (France), parliamentary assistant at the French parliament (Assemblée France), correspondent in Europe of the Gabonese press agency, Gabonews, and Deputy-President of the Panafrican Press Association in France (APPA). Pompigne-Mognard studied law at the Université de Lille (France), and speaks English and French. He is married with three children and lives in Lisbon, Portugal.


Utilities, Building & Clean Room Expansion
Location: Milpitas, CA
Type of Contract: Full Design
Detailed Scope of Work
Advance Design Consultants was contracted by Headway Technologies to Design an additional 12,000 sq. ft. onto the south-east corner of Building-1 located at 497 S. Hillview Drive, Milpitas, CA 95053.
ADC designed clean room improvements for a wafer manufacturing facility. The project included clean improvements and access between different classification areas, installation of
fire separation doors for H-7 and F-1 areas, installation of chemical storage areas. ADC designed the installation of multiple tools including but not limited to; Veeco PVDI System, Veeco Ru-CVD
System, Veeco IBD System, MRT2000 Magnetic Annealing Oven and FEI Certus FIBE Tools. These tools required the design of intricate chemical delivery systems.
New expansion area is composed of new Cleanroom Tunnels, Service Chase area, fire rated corridor for exiting, and auxiliary spaces to house storage or Electrical Rooms. The expansion was integrated into the existing structure including Structural and Architectural elements, but to support the new Mechanical and Ancillary Support equipment. Existing Utilities (Chilled Water, Hot Water, Process Cooling Water, Compressed Dry Air, Nitrogen, Process Vacuum, Deionized Water, Acid Waste, General and VOC exhaust) were extended to serve the new expansion area in preparation for the new tool install package. Adequacy of existing capacities were studied and evaluated by ADC. Due to the tight tolerance required by Headway, the Clean Aisle space was ISO Class 4 (Class 100) and designed to maintain 68 F +/- 2 F, and 45% RH +/- 5% on a 0.01% ASHRAE outside air design day at 105 F dry-bulb. The Electrical Distribution served the existing 12kV substation and distributed 480V switchgear to feed all new HVAC equipment, Cleanroom and Core, and prepare Power Distribution for new Manufacturing Tools. The building shell was expanded in order to support the additional space required.


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