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Choosing Your Design
When you’re ready to have a piece of jewelry designed, it’s okay to be undecided on the look. In fact, we’re happy to start from scratch to help you determine what you like. Our jewelry designers are knowledgeable experts that will help you discover the style, gemstones and design that fits you best. Using specialized computer software, you’ll work together to create an image of your unique piece.
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The global economic crisis has become the biggest near-term U.S. security concern, sowing instability in a quarter of the world’s countries and threatening destructive trade wars, U.S. intelligence agencies reported on Thursday.
The director of national intelligence’s annual threat assessment also said al Qaeda’s leadership had been weakened over the last year. But security in Afghanistan had deteriorated and Pakistan had to gain control over its border areas before the situation could improve.
“The financial crisis and global recession are likely to produce a wave of economic crises in emerging market nations over the next year,” said the report. A wave of “destructive protectionism” was possible as countries find they cannot export their way out of the slump.
“Time is our greatest threat. The longer it takes for the recovery to begin, the greater the likelihood of serious damage to U.S. strategic interests,” the report said.
The report represents the findings of all 16 U.S. intelligence agencies and serves as a leading security reference for policymakers and Congress. Besides reviewing adversaries, it also considered this year the security impact of issues including climate change and the economy.
It said a quarter of countries have already experienced at least “low-level” instability, such as government changes, linked to the economy.
There have been anti-government protests in Europe and the former Soviet Union, and growing economic strains in Africa and Latin America, the national intelligence director, Adm. Dennis Blair, told Congress in delivering the report.
“Instability can loosen the fragile hold that many developing countries have on law and order, which can spill out in dangerous ways to the international community,” Blair told the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Steps such as devaluations, tariffs and export subsidies were possible from countries desperate to boost economies.
AL QAEDA WEAKENED
Last year’s threat report warned of a resurgent al Qaeda leadership in the Pakistan border area with Afghanistan. But a pressure campaign by the United States and allies has killed several al Qaeda leaders and weakened its central command structure, the report said.
Al Qaeda still wants to attack Europe and the United States, but views the West “as a harder target than in the past,” the report said.
In Afghanistan, where U.S. President Barack Obama plans to send more troops, Taliban insurgents are attacking more often and over a wider area, the report said.
It said Pakistan must gain control of its border areas, but was losing authority in parts of its North-West Frontier Province. Tough economic times and frustration with the government were radicalizing people all over the country.
The report called Iran a key Middle East flashpoint. Persuading Tehran to give up suspected nuclear weapons development would be difficult, requiring a combination of international pressure and incentives.
“With Iran developing a nuclear weapon capability and Israel determined not to allow it, there is potential for an Iran-Israeli confrontation or crisis,” the report said.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a champion of Iran’s nuclear program, faces uncertain prospects for re-election in June. “Ahmadinejad’s economic policies have reduced unemployment marginally, but have fueled significant inflation, providing his critics ample ammunition,” the report said.
Blair said a change in president would not necessarily mean a change in nuclear policy.
Iran continues to seek influence in Iraq and resist a permanent U.S. presence. But after six years of war in Iraq, security gains are enduring, a bright spot for U.S. interests in the Middle East, the report said. “A more stable Iraq could counterbalance other negative trends in the region.”
Such trends include a widening gap between moderate and hard-line Middle East states after the latest fighting between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, and a more difficult path toward Israeli-Palestinian peace.
Lower oil prices could crimp the “adventurism” of Iran and U.S. Latin American antagonist Venezuela, the report said. It said if oil remained below $50 per barrel for some time, it could force major spending cuts or a devaluation in Venezuela.
Editing by Eric Beech
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Title: The Book of Awesome: Snow Days, Bakery Air, Finding Money in Your Pocket, and Other Simple, Brilliant Things
Author: Neil Pasricha
Series: The Book of Awesome #1
Genre: Nonfiction, Anthology
Audience: Adult, Young Adult
Neil Pasricha has written a book of short essays about little things in our lives that make our days just a little more awesome when we encounter them.
I needed this book in my life right now. I don’t even know how to follow that up without hijacking this review into my own political soapbox, so for future reference, I’ll just note that we’re in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and may George Floyd rest in peace. I pray for justice and meaningful societal changes for him and so many countless others.
A reminder of small, awesome things is a welcome break from the
daily hourly onslaught of bad news at the moment. The topics are so great that just reading the contents brings a smile to my face. “The smell of freshly cut grass.” One of my favorite smells in the world. “Watching The Price is Right when you’re at home sick.” That one brings back memories of staying home sick with my grandfather, who passed away two years ago. I don’t remember watching The Price is Right with him, but I remember Chuck Woolery hosting Scrabble. And that brings back memories of Papaw watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy literally every night that it was on. Another one that I haven’t experienced but I sure would like to: “When your suitcase tumbles down the luggage chute first after a long flight.” If that ever happens to me, I’m going right out and buying my PowerBall ticket. I think the lottery odds are better than the first-luggage odds!
I mostly read this before bed, because that’s when I like to read my nonfiction books, so over breakfast in the morning, I would read the chapter titles to my husband. That sparked some good conversations about whether we thought each topic was awesome or not (He thinks sleeping with one leg under the covers and one leg out is awesome, but I’m generally for being completely covered, even if it’s only a sheet). We’d also discuss any other memories the topics sparked, like my stories about my grandfather and game shows.
The book got just a bit too long for me. I looked back at the last several chapters, and I do mostly agree that they’re awesome, so I must have just run out of attention. But it also felt like, instead of a quick page or two, the essays got a bit longer. Whatever happened, I personally just wish the book had been maybe 25 pages shorter.
If you need a pick-me-up like I did, please give this book a try. You’ll walk away with a renewed appreciation for all the awesome little things that make up your day if you just have the eyes to see them.
Neil Pasricha is also an active blogger! Check out his continuing list of awesome things at 1000awesomethings.com
If you liked The Book of Awesome, you might also like my reviews of
- Mama Makes Up Her Mind and Other Dangers of Southern Living by Bailey White
- Without Reservations: The Travels of an Independent Woman by Alice Steinbach
- Huck: The Remarkable True Story of How One Lost Puppy Taught a Family – and a Whole Town – About Hope and Happy Endings by Janet Elder
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A veteran software engineer and a patent attorney have teamed up to incubate start-ups in San Francisco, opening the doors of sfCube, where entrepreneurs can learn to develop, market and launch their products.
“We want to work with the rising stars,” said Dylan Rosario, a co-founder of sfCube who has launched several successful start-ups, and who spent years building search engines for IBM Corp. “During hard times, innovation improves. People come up with all kinds of ways to do things cheaper.”
The incubator opened Wednesday in a 5,000-square-foot space in San Francisco’s Dogpatch neighborhood, and three start-ups have already located there, Rosario said. There is room for about 20 more, he said.
Rosario and Ben Bedi, a patent lawyer with EcoTech Law Group PC, want to fund as many as 12 companies this year, they said, with seed rounds of $10,000 to $25,000 in exchange for an undisclosed equity stake in the fledgling ventures. They are interested in Web-based businesses, clean technology start-ups, software makers and search companies, Bedi and Rosario said.
Rosario helped launch real-estate widget ReaYel.com, search widget fleeQ.com and online ad network ExitExchange.com, he said. He later sold his shares in ReaYel and ExitExchange, he said.
The founders are currently raising a fund for the incubator – which will be capped at anywhere from $8 million to $20 million, depending on market conditions – from their network of friends, angel investors and high-net-worth individuals, they said.
“The people we have talked to are very interested,” Rosario said.
But sfCube has more to offer young companies than initial funding. Because of the combined work experience of Rosario and Bedi, the incubator will also offer help with product development, marketing, monetizing, protecting intellectual property, advertising and networking.
“We have found that a lot of people don’t really know how to exploit social media to enhance their business,” Bedi said. “[We are] experts at that.”
One of the first things sfCube does for a new company is to help them produce a viral video about their product or service, something that is cheap to do and can reach a great number of people. The incubator will also offer classes on how to use social networks like Twitter and MySpace to launch and hype a business, the founders said.
Rosario and Bedi said they also know a great deal about government grants and stimulus programs for up-and-coming tech developers, and can help new companies qualify for such funding.
Desk space and basic services at sfCube range from $70 a month to $300 a month, depending on the amount of time company founders spend there.
Already located there are video-kiosk software company LaptopsAnytime, fashion company LK Designs and DonateSearch, a search engine for nonprofit corporations such as the Salvation Army. In addition to incubating young tech companies, sfCube will be an accelerator for various other types of businesses, the founders said.
While San Francisco has several biotech incubators, the founders claim sfCube is the first “all-inclusive, one-stop shop” for pure-tech companies.
“Entrepreneurs are having trouble keeping up, and they don’t know where to go. We’re not just saying ‘realize your dream,’” Bedi said. “We are providing a way, a path and a schedule.”


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Analysts agree that Wells Fargo & Co. has a lot going for it-first-rate management and commanding status in a strong market. But recent events are a reminder that even the best can hit rough spots.
The San Francisco banking company's stock, once nearly bulletproof, has dropped more dramatically than most other banks' over the past month, and its first-quarter earnings were sharply disappointing.
To put it simply, Wells Fargo has illustrated just how difficult it is for even a top-flight company to absorb a huge merger and meet Wall Street's expectations all at the same time.
"It's a tall order to boost your revenues and cut your costs simultaneously," said banking analyst Thomas F. Theurkauf Jr. of Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Inc., New York.
Mr. Theurkauf observed that there may well be a important lesson lurking here for investors counting on the ability of whoever finally gets to buy Great Western Financial Corp. to do both at the same time.
"It makes you wonder about Washington Mutual and Ahmanson," he said. "It certainly does."
Of course, Wells Fargo is far from the first major acquirer to endure a bout of indigestion. For instance, it has been difficult for Fleet Financial Group to integrate both Shawmut National Corp. and Natwest PLC's American affiliate after buying them in 1995.
"Eighteen months after Shawmut, their earnings are just starting to show some consistency," Mr. Theurkauf pointed out.
Wells posted first-quarter earnings of $3.61 per share, well below the consensus expectation of $3.75. As result, Mr. Theurkauf cut his per-share earning estimates for 1997, to $14.50 from $16.50, and his 1998 estimate to $18.50 from $20.50.
Wells supporters, like analyst George M. Salem of Gerard Klauer & Mattison & Co., New York, are tempering their outlook.
Mr. Salem is keeping his "buy" rating on Wells but cut his 1997 earnings estimates by 3.3% and reduced his target price to $360 from $400.
Wells Fargo's plan for the last year has been to shrink its balance sheet as it absorbed First Interstate Bancorp, which it merged with last April.
Some of the shrinkage, the bank figured, would come from disgruntled First Interstate customers taking the business elsewhere.
Although such losses are typical for any merger, the bank apparently didn't count on the degree of back-office-related difficulties in its ambitious conversion program.
Instead of shifting retail and corporate customers' accounts by converting their First Interstate checking accounts into Wells accounts and then changing their savings accounts, the decided to convert all accounts simultaneously by geographic region.
"Unfortunately, the disruptions lasted longer than we anticipated," chairman and chief executive Paul Hazen and president William Zuendt acknowledged in an unusually forthright letter to shareholders in Wells' 1996 annual report.
"We did not expect things to go smoothly from start to finish," the top Wells managers said candidly. "They didn't."
The disruptions caused many customers to take their accounts elsewhere, observed analyst Joel W. Silverstein of Deutsche Morgan Grenfell Inc., New York. Net interest income at Wells has slipped 8% since the second quarter last year.
"People voted with their feet, and the bank couldn't attract new business because of all the service disruptions," Mr. Silverstein said.
Even Wells' critics emphasize the merger problems are not fatal. No one really questions Wells management's ability to absorb the merger with First Interstate. The company's largest shareholder, famed investor Warren Buffett, has been silent.
And with good reason, say analysts and investment bankers: When the company resumes buying stock, the value of the remaining shares will go up. "They've agreed to spend $2 billion a year buying back shares after the First Interstate deal," said one investment banker not connected with the merger. "There's really no way shareholders can lose. If the stock goes up, they get rich; if the stock goes down, earnings per share explode."
Still, analysts caution that Wells' short-term outlook is not exactly rosy. "The second quarter's going to be trouble, too," Mr. Theurkauf said.
"It's a huge organization, and you can't just wake up one morning and say, 'We're done with the cost takeouts, let's boost revenues,'" he noted.
And Mr. Salem agrees, noting that "the loss of customers will not be easy to reverse near-term."


Comark Releases 22”Class All-in-One Building Automation Computer
Comark Corporation, a leading manufacturer of rugged displays, computers, and enclosures, has received UL2572, ULC-S527 and UL864 recognition of its 22” class all-in-one computer. With multiple mounting options, the new display is ideal for mass notification, security, fire alarm, or public information, providing the most effective and safe situational awareness.
(PRWEB) August 02, 2013
Testing and recognition to UL864 standards in accordance with the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72, confirms the computer is suitable as an interface for fire detection, alarm and smoke control systems. Testing and recognition to UL2572 standards in accordance with the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 72, confirms the computer is a suitable component for connectivity with mass notification systems, which supply critical information within buildings and/or outdoor areas about emergencies, including but not limited to terrorist activities, hazardous chemical releases, severe weather, fire, and other situations that may endanger the safety of the occupants of an area or facility.
The computer features a high performance, lower power Intel mobile core i5 or i7 processor and will operate from 0°C to 50°C. The LCD measures 21.5” diagonal and an optional touch screen makes it a perfect operator interface unit. Power options include 24VDC building power or 110/220VAC. Software options include Windows XP Pro, Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows 8, or Linux. Additional information on the 22” class all-in-one computer is available at http://www.comarkcorp.com.
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Meadowood caught pacesetter Brewing nearing the sixteenth pole and shook clear to a three-length win the $100,000 Chick Lang Stakes for 3-year-old sprinters May 17 at Pimlico Race Course.
Multiple graded stakes winner Munnings was represented by his first reported foal when a colt produced from Heaven's Grace (by Untuttable) was foaled at Anstu Farm in Millbrook, N.Y.
This Ones for Phil captured the featured $75,000 Decathlon Stakes, Joe Bravo won three races, and a crowd of 10,847 enjoyed opening day festivities as Monmouth Park kicked off the 2011 Thoroughbred racing season May 14.
Favored This Ones for Phil was awarded victory in the $150,000 Swale Stakes (gr. II) when Big Drama was disqualified for interference in the stretch after posting a track record for seven furlongs at Gulfstream Park March 28.
A colt by Double Honor consigned by agent M & H Training & Sales sped an eighth in :10 flat to post the fastest time at the distance at the first session of the Under Tack Show for the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's 2007 Spring Sale of Two-Year-Olds in Training.
A colt by Texas Glitter and a filly by Golden Missile worked quarter miles in :21 1/5 Saturday to share honors for the fastest work at the distance at the second session of the Under Tack Show for the Ocala Breeders' Sales Company's 2006 March Sale of Selected 2-Year-Olds in Training.
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The first thing to find when looking for somebody on the Internet is set up relationship is actually serious. If you are chatting with an individual over a dating site just to decide if you might click the link and connect, afterward this could be a sign that the person is more interested in playing games or maybe fooling around than linking with some other person. If you have just starting dating online, and the person appears to always be chatting with another person, they could just be using the dating site as a way to see if they can receive hooked up with someone else. If they happen to be playing games, there are numerous other websites to look at. If they just seem interested in hooking up, then they will be looking at other people too.
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Welcome to 2018. In my world I’m calling 2018 The Year of the Gift
Whether it be a gift for a friend, loved one or even yourself. I enjoy making gifts. I think about the recipient as I stitch and my gifts are truly Stitched with Love.
I’m planning a variety of sizes and skill levels and hope that I can encourage you to join me on my Year of Gifts journey. Dipping in and out as you wish. I plan to use different techniques hopefully some new to Me, as I love to learn myself.
To kick off my Year of Gifts, I’m going to start with a gift to myself/yourself. It is the Gift of finishing one U.F.O. Most of us quilty people have Unfinished Objects tucked away on shelves, in cupboards or drawers. But they also occupy our minds. Making us feel guilty, for not finishing off a project or hoarding projects not yet even opened. And for me a new year is the perfect time to complete a U.F.O. And start the new year with a clear mind.
Sew. I suggest you pick the U.F.O. Which is nearest to completion. One that isn’t going to take long to complete.
This tumbler one was easy to put together and I fully intended makin bias binding to keep the wavy edge. But never seemed to have the time/inspiration to actually bind it – more exciting new projects called.
Mind you you may have a U.F.O. that you have simply fallen out of love with. One that you haven’t even started. There is nothing wrong with passing a U.F.O. on to someone else. Maybe you know someone who would enjoy the project. We can’t all like the same thing.
Sometimes an unstarted project could be given to you quilting classes raffle. Maybe you could organise a ufo day for your friends.
By finishing one project in January you are helping clear your mind of stitching clutter.
I often find that once I’ve mastered a new technique I move on to start my next project without completing the first one. So for me it’s often just the binding that gets left undone.
This Tangled Star became known as the Tangled Mangled Star. I have no desire to repeat this block!
Sometimes I simply don’t enjoy the process and that’s ok too. Simply repurpose, or return the fabrics to your stash. Or even horror of horrors bin it – in the recycling bin of course.
Whatever you do please don’t police yourself and your projects too harshly. We are often our own worst critics, holding ourselves to impossibly high standards. Treat yourself like you would a close quilty friend, cut yourself some slack.
This is a hobby, so fun is the most important factor. Yes, I try my best but perfect I ain’t. So, finish that one ufo. If necessary morph it into a lap quilt or Evan a cushion. But get it done.
Speak to you again in February, with my next Gift for 2018, Joy

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An erudite Politician and Philanthropist, Prof (Mrs) Rukevwe Akpedeye-Ugwumba, has felicitated with the immediate past Deputy President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, on his 60th birth anniversary.
Prof Ugwumba, a stalwart of All Progressive Congress, APC and President, Jesu Marie Empowerment Foundation, JMEF, in a statement made available to newsmen, described Omo-Agege as a personality gifted with intelligence, wisdom and determination who has accomplished so much for himself, family and the society at large.
The Politician who was a member of Tinubu – Shettima Presidential Campaign Council in the last Presidential election, noted “over the years, the celebrant, distinguished Senator Ovie Omo-Agege who represented Delta Central for two tenures and rose to the position of Deputy Senate President, has proven to be a trustworthy and dependable leader”.
The Uwheru-born Canadian based Professor of Medicine and Family Health, on behalf of herself, family, foundation and political support groups wished Omo-Agege who holds the title “Obarisi of Urhobo Land”, a happy birthday and many happy returns of the birth anniversary.
“I, on behalf of my family, my Foundation and my various Political Support Groups, rejoice and celebrate His Excellency, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, Obarisi of Urhobo Land, on the auspicious occasion of his 60th birth anniversary”, Ugwumba stated.
Continuing the one time Special Adviser on Health Matters to former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan said “Your Excellency, over the years, you have proven to be a trustworthy and dependable Leader, and I know that you are not relenting in that regards.
Prof Ugwumba maintained that Omo-Agege’s contributions to the well-being of others is sincerely appreciated and acknowledged in the society, saying “It is my prayer that God continue to guide, strengthen, protect and grant you opportunities to make more positive impact on the lives of the people. Once again congratulations once again Your Excellency”.


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Enjoy an evening of wine and a string art workshop experience hosted by Knot Really Art at Henry of Pelham. Tickets are sold in pairs, so bring a friend or your partner for an evening of fun!
Sip the wine of your choosing while you create a piece of art to display in your home. All supplies will be provided (pieces come pre-stained). Afterwards, enjoy a private shopping experience at Henry of Pelham as we wrap up the evening.
Ticket for two (2) participants including workshop fee and a glass of wine for each participant. Note: ticket is non-refundable.
All participants are required to be fully vaccinated (14+ days), as per COVID regulations.
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EXCHANGE OF EXPERIENCE ON SUCCESSFUL RICE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT POLICIES IN SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA AND ASIA
With African rice consumption projected to reach 34.9 million tonnes of milled rice by 2025, rice has become an everyday staple food in many African countries. However, current African rice production cannot satisfy the consumer demand in quantity and quality, with the gap filled by imports, predominantly of Asian origin, to approximately USD 5.5 billion annually. Background and workshop rationale
“We need to strengthen the local rice value chains to achieve better production,
nutrition, a better environment, and a better life in the target countries”
– Tipo Nyanbenyi-Tito, FAO Representative in the United Republic of Tanzania.
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Art Club 98
Art Club 98 will gather every Friday from 6:00–8:00 pm, at the Ranger Station Art Gallery
The last gathering in 2022 will be Friday December 9.
The first gathering in 2023 will be mid January (date TBD)
Calling all painters, drawers, artisans, knitters, carvers, writers,
musicians & creative folk of all kinds.
This is a weekly gathering of local artists at the Art Gallery and other venues as weather permits.
The purpose of this program is to encourage artists to meet with and learn from other artists in different disciplines.
Participant will determine what they want to do at each session.
There is no membership - everyone is welcome!
This page will be updated to confirm when sessions will take place, or if there is a cancellation.


The move is designed to entice hauliers off local roads and onto motorways like the M3.
A month-long toll holiday for HGVs is to be introduced on the M3 and M1 motorways during November, according to the government.
The move is an attempt to entice hauliers off local roads and onto motorways and has been prompted by the relatively low traffic levels on some tolled motorways as well as concern at the road safety implications of goods vehicles using towns and villages to avoid toll fees.
Fine Gael TD for Meath East, Regina Doherty, welcomed the announcement by Minister for Transport, Leo Varadkar, that the toll holiday is being introduced for the M1 and M3 for a trial period for the month of November.
“I welcome today’s announcement of a toll holiday in November by Minister Varadkar which will be of particular benefit to the people of Slane. For years, Slane residents have had to endure HGVs traveling through the village en masse, providing not only a serious safety hazard but blocking roads so that people can’t move about the village with ease," she said.
“There have been numerous accidents over the years as a direct result of HGVs barrelling through Slane village and I am calling on all HGV operators to avail of this toll holiday and start using the state-of-the-art motorways that were built for the direct purpose of providing easy access to towns up and down the country," she added.
She believed the introduction of the toll holiday will make a huge difference to the roads around Slane and said she hoped this is something that can be made permanent.
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The classic application of confidence intervals is political polling: the science of sampling relatively few people to predict the opinions of a large population. However, in the 2010s, the art of political polling — constructing representative samples from a large population — has become more and more difficult. FiveThirtyEight.com had a nice feature about problems that pollsters face today that were not issues a generation ago. A sampling:
The problem is simple but daunting. The foundation of opinion research has historically been the ability to draw a random sample of the population. That’s become much harder to do, at least in the United States. Response rates to telephone surveys have been declining for years and are often in the single digits, even for the highest-quality polls. The relatively few people who respond to polls may not be representative of the majority who don’t. Last week, the Federal Communications Commission proposed new guidelines that could make telephone polling even harder by enabling phone companies to block calls placed by automated dialers, a tool used in almost all surveys.
What about Internet-based surveys? They’ll almost certainly be a big part of polling’s future. But there’s not a lot of agreement on the best practices for online surveys. It’s fundamentally challenging to “ping” a random voter on the Internet in the same way that you might by giving her an unsolicited call on her phone. Many pollsters that do Internet surveys eschew the concept of the random sample, instead recruiting panels that they claim are representative of the population.


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I’ve been planning on sharing this one for a while now, but never got to it. My good friend and fellow DJ at Global Boogaloo CJ Rusky did a little rework on Minimatic‘s “No Diggity”. He didn’t change that much, just added some beat and other little details, and yet made it a real dance floor killer. And trust, I know what I’m talking about as I have seen him dropping it live. Sadly he can’t officially hand it out, but if you ask him with a pm, I am sure chances are good he will let you grab a copy.
French producer Minimatic will release a new 5 track EP in june on Chin Chin Records (Lazlo, Tape Five, Club des Belugas… you know what I’m talking about). He gave me an exclusive preview on his tunes and I gotta say oh boy, there is some great stuff heading towards us !
For now you guys will have to content yourselves with these two tracks but I promise I’ll keep you posted on the official release.


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Dartmouth to hold Special Town Meeting on solar farms
DARTMOUTH — The Select Board voted Monday night to hold a special Town Meeting on April 24 in response to a 350-signature petition from residents opposed to solar panel farm projects springing up across town.
The petition, presented to the board by Town Meeting member Gloria Bancroft, sought a special Town Meeting to vote on amending a town bylaw that permits as-of-right siting for alternative energy facilities. The amended bylaw would restrict the as-of-right siting from areas zoned as residential.
The annual Town Meeting last June approved the current bylaw, which allows alternative energy facilities to be approved through the Building Department rather than through site-plan review by the Planning Board.
The bylaw has roused residents' ire over the past several months after 17 acres of land on Old Fall River Road and Hixville Road, in a residential neighborhood, were bulldozed to construct a 9,000-solar-panel facility owned by Con Edison Development.
In addition to the Hixville Road project, facilities on Fisher Road and High Hill Road have been proposed for 40 and 19 acres, respectively, according to Bancroft.
"These projects will drastically change the make-up of our town," Bancroft told the board. "We have now officially asked in writing for a special Town Meeting."
However, holding a special Town Meeting poses some challenges, said Select Board Chairman Michael Watson. Special Town Meetings must be held within 45 days of a petition's receipt, Watson said, adding that the April 3 town elections will see new Town Meeting members elected.
Town Meeting members must have 14 days of notice prior to any Town Meeting, leaving a very small window for the town to conduct the special meeting.
To make matters more complicated, Bancroft also must present the amended bylaw to the Planning Board within 65 days of the petition's receipt by the Select Board Monday night, said Town Counsel Anthony Savastano. Bancroft said she had not yet gone to the Planning Board but that she was assured she would be able to do so in a matter of weeks.
"We're pushing our luck with the 24th but that's what we have to do," Watson said.
In the event the special Town Meeting fails to reach a quorum, the town moderator will be able to entertain a motion pushing the bylaw amendment back to the annual Town Meeting in June.
"Pushing it back is the only action you can take without a quorum," Savastano said.
And while residents are calling for a special Town Meeting, Executive Administrator David Cressman, residents and other town officials met March 6 to discuss a new bylaw that would make it more difficult to build large-scale solar panel projects in residential areas, as well.
The proposal was sent to the Planning Board by the Select Board and will be taken up "in a couple weeks" as a possible Town Meeting article, Watson said.
The proposal mandates site-plan review for large-scale solar projects, prohibits cutting down trees from April to September to protect migratory birds and requires a landscape architect to review the site's landscaping to ensure that the 30-foot buffer between the site and nearby residences is observed.
Regardless of what the town does to the bylaws, however, existing projects that have building permits will not be affected, Savastano said.
"Once a permit is issued, then that project is grandfathered," he said.


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What's the fastest way to grow weed
If you are using weed either as a stimulant or medicinally, in all likelihood you have already thought about growing your own. Fortunately, growing weed indoors isn't as difficult as is often portrayed. Here are 10 easy steps to get started growing weed indoors today:
1. FIND A GROWTH ROOM
The first step in growing weed indoors is finding a good grow space. While novice growers often think they need a lot of space to support their plants, that's actually not entirely true.
In fact, it's surprising to learn that great weed can be grown almost anywhere, including closets, garages, basements, and guest rooms.
Of course, a larger room that allows you to distribute your plants nicely and to be able to work more comfortably is ideal. But don't forget that larger rooms also need more lighting and ventilation, which in turn increases costs.
When choosing your indoor grow space, keep the following things in mind:
- Cannabis plants have strict light needs. Your plants will need strict periods of darkness, during which time no external light should penetrate the grow space and disturb your plants. This can cause stress and affect plant health and yields.
- Temperature / Humidity: When growing cannabis, temperature and humidity are extremely important factors. You will want to grow in a room where you have as much control over temperature and humidity levels as possible in order to maximize the potential of your plant (s).
- Cannabis plants need plenty of airflow. Air circulation helps keep temperature and humidity levels stable throughout the grow room. Poor air circulation can create a lot of problems for your plants, putting them at risk of mold and other diseases.
2. INSTALL REFLECTIVE WALLS
Once you've found the right grow space, you can start preparing it for your plants. The first step in doing this is installing reflective walls.
Reflective walls help focus as much light on the plants as possible, resulting in large, potent yields of delicious bud. This essentially allows you to increase the power of your lamps without driving up your electricity bills.
In fact, reflective walls can increase the power of your lamps by up to 30%. Best of all, adding reflective walls is actually really easy.
There are a few options for installing reflective walls in your grow space:
- Grow tents: Grow tents are a very popular option among indoor growers. They come with reflective walls specifically designed to cope with cannabis grow lights. This means they won't melt due to the heat from your grow lights and will have the best reflectivity of any of the options listed here. Grow tents are also very easy to set up and usually come complete with everything you need to produce a great harvest. Just be on the lookout for any bubbles or pockets that form in the tent wall as these will decrease the reflectivity in your room.
- Matt white latex paint: Matt white latex paint is available at every painter's supply store and offers great reflectivity (between 85 and 95%). It's also very easy to use and doesn't create pockets or bubbles (like grow tent walls) that can reduce the reflectivity of your grow space.
- Panda Plastic (black and white plastic film): Panda Plastic is a type of plastic film that you can easily install along the walls of your grow room using nails or Velcro. It also has great reflectivity values, similar to matt white latex paint (85 to 95%). However, Panda Plastic can get very expensive, especially if you need a lot of it. Also, the plastic can melt if it gets too much heat from your grow lights. As with grow tent walls, avoid letting the plastic form bubbles or pockets.
3. AVOID LIGHT LEAKS
Keep in mind that cannabis plants are very sensitive to light, especially during their dark phases. Any light that enters your grow space during the dark periods can disrupt the rhythm of your plants and cause stress.
Growers often discuss how light leaks affect plants. Some argue that even the smallest leak can stress your plants unnecessarily, while others think it makes the problem bigger than it is.
We tend to believe the former, and we always advise novice growers to take the time to check their grow room for light leaks.
Light leaks can ultimately stunt plant growth and affect both the size and quality of your crops. In some cases, light leaks can also trigger hermaphroditism.
Checking light leaks is easy. If you're growing in a room, just turn on your lights, stand outside the room, and look for tiny rays of light shining through to the outside. When light comes out of your room, you can be sure that it will also come inside.
Then do the opposite: stand in your dark grow room and look for incoming light. You will usually find light leaks around the doors and windows.
If you're growing in a tent, closet, or any other room you physically can't fit into, do the test from outside the grow room. Look for any rays of light emanating from the space of your grow lights.
If you find any leaks, make sure to cover them up. How you do this will depend on the size and location of the leak. Some common options include:
- Blackout Tape: This stuff is inexpensive and can be easily applied to small leaks around the cracks in doors and windows, as well as cracks in reflective walls.
- Panda Foil and Poly Foil: This is great for covering larger leaks and can be used to cover larger areas like entire doors and windows. It is more expensive than blackout tape, but it is also very effective.
4. INSTALL AN AIR FILTER
If you're not fortunate enough to live in an area where weed growing is legal, chances are you're going to want to keep your venture a secret. Therefore, you will want to minimize the smell of your plants.
One of the best ways to do this is by using an air filter. These filters literally filter the air in your grow space, essentially clearing it of any odors.
Most cannabis growers opt for activated carbon filters. These are the same type of filters that are used to filter out the smell of car exhaust, so you can be sure that they will do a good job of cleaning the air in your grow room.
The science behind these filters is simple: the air goes through the filter, which contains activated carbon that absorbs odors and other impurities from the air before the air is pumped out again.
The typical way to install an activated carbon filter is to attach it to your exhaust air system (see below). This way, hot air from inside your grow room is drawn through the filter and cleaned before it gets outside.
If you only grow a plant or two, you will likely be able to mask the smell in your grow space without the use of a filter. However, every medium to large grow room should use a high quality filter and an exhaust system so as not to attract unwanted attention.
5. INSTALL A VENTILATION SYSTEM
At the beginning of this article we mentioned the importance of air circulation for cannabis plants. Installing a good quality ventilation system is the best way to ensure that your plants get adequate fresh air throughout their growth cycle.
In nature, cannabis plants thrive in a gentle breeze. This protects the plants against mold, bud rot and powdery mildew, as well as against pests such as fungus mosquitoes, spider mites and more.
Furthermore, constant air circulation can also help to control the heat / humidity around the plants and to keep moisture away after weather events such as rain. Finally, gentle winds also help the plants develop strong branches and stems as they sway and bend in the breeze.
If you grow cannabis indoors, your plants won't have to deal with rain. However, they are still susceptible to many of the pests and diseases that outdoor crops struggle with. Therefore, you will need to install a good quality ventilation system to provide your plants with just the right amount of air to circulate.
The easiest way to increase airflow in your grow room is to use fans. Most growers will strategically place a few wall fans along their grow space to create a gentle yet steady breeze over the entire canopy of their plants.
Also, to help control the heat and humidity within the grow space, most growers will install exhaust systems designed to draw hot, old air out of the grow space and make room for fresh air.
Most growers will install their exhaust system above their grow light, which is where hot air usually accumulates. Then they'll usually use a couple of regular fans to let the air move around the room.
Here are some tips for installing fans and exhaust systems in your indoor grow space:
- Do not point strong fans directly at plants. Instead, aim to create a steady flow of air over the canopy.
- Check all areas of your grow space after installing the fans to make sure the air is moving through the entire room / area.
- Remember, strong winds can cause wind burns and stress for your plants. Stick to a gentle but steady breeze.
6. INSTALL A GROWTH LAMP
A grow lamp is the center of an indoor grow project. After all, cannabis plants need plenty of light to grow and produce delicious buds.
Grow lights should be installed so that they can reach as many of your plants as possible. You will likely need to experiment with the positioning of your plants to ensure that all of them are well lit.
Keep in mind that grow lights can get hot and should not be placed near any flammable material.
There are hundreds of grow lights available for you. Choosing the right one will depend on the size of your grow room, your cannabis experience, and your budget.
Here are some of the most popular lighting options that can be used for growing weed indoors:
- Compact fluorescent / energy saving lamps: These are arguably the most popular lighting option among novice growers. They're reasonably priced but don't have the power of professional grow lights like the following.
- Fluorescent Tubes (T5 / T8): T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes are typically designed for use on plants that require a lower light intensity than cannabis. Hence, they usually need to be installed very close to the top of the plant to be effective. Nonetheless, some growers get good results with these lights.
- LED grow lights: LED lighting is much more expensive than the fluorescent option mentioned earlier. However, they are more powerful and can provide a lot of light to your plants as long as you use them properly. If you should decide to go the LED route, don't forget to research your specific lamp model to make sure you're installing it properly.
- Metal halide (MH) and sodium vapor lamps (HPS): These are (at least for now) the best grow lights for cannabis. They are very powerful, relatively cheap, and particularly easy to set up. Most indoor growers opt for either metal halide or sodium vapor lamps.
7. SET UP YOUR ACCESSORIES
Above we covered the larger pieces of equipment you will need to install in your grow room. Once you've got all of that organized, it's time to source and set up all of your small pieces of gear and accessories.
Here is a list of some of the additional equipment you will need for your indoor grow space:
- Pots: The size depends on how big you want your plants to be.
- pH meter: Used to measure the pH of your soil and ensure a good environment for your plants.
- Thermometer / Hygrometer: Used to measure the temperature and humidity levels in your grow room.
- Soil / Growing Medium: There are several growing media that are suitable for cannabis plants. Choosing the right one will depend on your skills as a grower and your preferences.
- Scissors: Used to prune your plants.
- Spray bottle: Used to apply pesticides.
- Nutrients and fertilizers: Used to fertilize plants.
- Timers: For the automatic control of your grow lights.
8. GET YOUR PLANTS CLEAN
Follow the last seven steps and you will have a decent grow room. Now all you will need is a few plants and you are good to go!
Start by choosing which strain you want to grow. There are thousands of strains, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. Which one you choose is completely up to you. Most importantly, grow a strain that you will love to smoke, but that still suits your experience and grow space. If you use our strain database, you can learn more about the different cannabis strains.
Once you've chosen a strain, it's time to grow your plants. There are a couple of ways you can do this, including:
- Growing straight from the seed: It's very common, but it means you need to know how to properly germinate seeds. If you do, we recommend using feminized seeds to avoid dealing with males (unless you plan to breed).
- Using Cuttings: Some growers choose to buy cuttings to avoid germinating their own seeds. If you choose this option, be sure to get your cuttings from a reliable source.
9. BE PATIENT AND LOVING!
Once you've started your seedlings / cuttings, it's time to be patient. Growing great weed takes time and you will need to pay close attention to the needs of your plants.
Cannabis plants have two different growth phases. The vegetative phase is characterized by vigorous vegetative growth in which the plants develop flower points. Then, after about 4 weeks, your plants will move into the flowering phase during which they will focus on developing large, beautiful buds.
The exact details of growing cannabis will vary depending on the strain you have chosen to grow and the specific phenotypes you are working with. The most important thing is to pay close attention to your plants and to regularly read our growing articles for tips on training, nutrition, pruning and much more.
After 6 to 12 weeks, your plants will usually be ready to harvest.
At first you will notice that your buds will stop developing white hairs. Your plants should also be very fragrant and their buds should look very fat.
Next, you'll notice that the white pistils slowly darken and usually turn slightly red or orange. These hairs will also begin to curl inward as the buds mature.
You should wait until at least 40% of the pistils on your buds have started to darken. This marks the beginning of the harvest time window. Flowers harvested at this point will usually be more uplifting and slightly less potent.
Some growers delay the harvesting phase a little longer until 50 to 70% of the pistils have darkened. This should be when the THC levels in the buds have peaked. Buds harvested at this point will produce a more relaxing effect.
Once you've harvested your buds, it's time to prune and dry them. This can take up to 2 weeks. You should slowly dry your buds by hanging them upside down and storing them in high quality, sealable jars once they're done.
Then, once you've harvested and cured your buds, it's time to sit back, light one, and enjoy the fruits of your labor!
Remember, the information here is generalized and is intended to serve as a basic introduction to the various steps involved in growing weed. Make sure to check our blog regularly for more detailed articles on the different aspects of growing weed indoors.
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Talal Al-Tukhaes: A sculptor inspired by society
(MENAFN - Arab News) Talal Othman Al-Tukhaes a Saudi artist from Al-Dawadmi is known for sculpting in stones marble and other materials.
In 2009 he sculpted his first stone sculpture titled 'Al-Ghat." It was from sedimentary rock. His passion for art started way back in his life. Arab News interviewed him to find out more about his sculptures the galleries he participated in and his future plans.
Have you studied art or was it just a hobby
There was no study academic wise but I was observing my great teacher Ali Al-Tukhaes for five years without any attempt from my side. Later I started with my first piece in 2009.
Why did you chose sculpture in particular What attracted you to this art
Its difficulty. I adore challenges.
Do you have other hobbies beside sculpting
I have always loved Arabic calligraphy/font and its letters. I took a couple of courses one of them was by an Arabic calligrapher in the holy mosque of Makkah Ibrahim Al-Arrafi. I also participated in some galleries with a couple of pieces of Arabic calligraphy.
Who is Talal's source of inspiration
Who adopted Talal's talent
No one actually but Ali Al-Tukhaes has done a great favor.
Did you face difficulties in the beginning What did your family think
Everyone goes through difficulties in the beginning but thank God I have overcome those obstacles. As far as my family is concerned they were very supportive.
Does luck play a significant role in Talal's life or is it the hard work that is behind his success
God's help first then comes hard work and perseverance. Social networking sites also had a big role.
Where do you see yourself in five years from now
The plans are big for enriching and serving arts and providing the good and new. Also I aim to focus on important galleries and occasions locally and internationally.
Is there some sort of connection between you and the piece you design/sculpt
Of course there is a big connection. Designing and submitting a piece takes months sometimes years and there is always this special conversation between us.
Is there a certain theme that dominates your works
My passion for Arabic calligraphy has a clear touch on my works hence I use the Arabic letter in most of my sculptures.
What are the materials you use in sculpting
I usually use stones and marbles but there are some pieces in mud I submitted in Italy in addition to a huge work of steel that was a part of the Jeddah Art Week organized by Arabian Wings.
Tell us about the entire sculpting process.
The concept comes from the reality that I live and see in society. It takes enough time on the paper in the designing process. The next step is choosing the right stone (the color size and shape) after the design completes. I usually bring the stones myself from the mountains surrounding my city Al-Dawadmi which is rich in different types of stones. Then I start cutting a base for the piece determining the external lines of the work and getting rid of the unwanted parts. After that begins the stage of detailing smoothing and polishing. Once the the piece is done I attach it with the base.
When can you tell that the piece in your hand is about to finish
When it starts moving and talking.
What is the hardest stage of producing a piece
Have you been through an obstacle during designing and decided to stop
The obstacle is in conveying the concept in a convincing and beautiful way. My designs go through long adjustments before the submission and that might take months.
How long does it take for a piece before it is finally completed
There is no specific time. There are a lot of factors that play an important role in producing a piece like the design itself the material the state of mind the timing ... etc.
Have you ever sculpted a piece from someone else's inspiration
Yes there is always a possibility of exchanging points of view to reach a satisfactory level for both the costumer and me. Every artist has his own style and the method he uses in his works.
How do you classify your audience Which category do you target most with you works
My audience is diverse and the love of art is in everyone. There is no specific category I speak to society and all its categories.
Where did you display your works Locally or internationally
I displayed my works in more than 80 local and international galleries and participated in the most important galleries that were established in the last five years in most of the Kingdom's cities. I also represented the Kingdom in Morocco Egypt the United Arab Emirates Italy and Spain. My works have won awards. I participated in a couple of art auctions.
Do you offer your works for sale
Yes indeed. They are for sale and many piece have been sold out thank God.
How much does a piece cost
The price of art cannot be estimated but the name of the artist his fame and creativity are factors that determine the price.
Where do you aim to display your works
In a place that suits them to reach all categories that care for art.
Do you wish to reach different people internationally
The term international changes from time to time. Now with the existence of social networking sites this term has changed. My works speak to humanity and my goal is to imitate (through my works) all communities.
Is there a piece you saw and wished it was yours
Yes a piece by the British artist Henry Moore. I participated in restoring it with a team of experts from Britain. It is one of the large bronze works in Jeddah's corniche.
As an artist have you fallen into the trap of imitating or do you make sure to have your own touch
It is normal for artists to be influenced by those around him initially but he has to find his own style later on. However I think my works had their own style from the beginning.
If someone said 'I want to be the next Talal Al-Tukhaes how can I make this come true' What would you say to him
In my opinion there is no one that is 100 percent the same as someone else but careful planning perseverance searching and knowledge are the most important success factors.
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"Everything changes, and nothing is truly lost." Gaiman himself sums up this last installment nicely. Five stars for the last issue, but the first few give it an overal rating of 4/5. I loved this series. It lived up to all the hype, and more. I already want to go back to "Preludes & Nocturnes" and begin again. A series you can read and over and over again, and still pick up on new nuances and references and remembered relationships. Beautifully written, wonderfully done.
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NEW YORK, Dec 1 (Reuters) - An unnamed trader dubbed the “VIX elephant,” who for months has been prepared for a stock market slump, capitalized on a short-lived spike in volatility on Friday to adjust a massive options hedge.
The big trade in VIX options on Friday vaulted trading volume to a record high and helped the trader cut hedging losses by potentially more than $18 million, initial estimates suggest.
The CBOE Volatility Index, better known as the VIX, is the most widely followed barometer of expected near-term volatility for the S&P 500 Index. VIX options allow traders to protect against future stock swings.
On Friday, the index jumped to a more than three-month high of 14.58, on a news report that former U.S. national security adviser Michael Flynn is prepared to testify that President Donald Trump directed him to make contact with Russians when he was a presidential candidate. The index was last up 1.07 points at 12.35.
Pravit Chintawongvanich, head of derivatives strategy at Macro Risk Advisors in New York, said the spike in the VIX provided the trader, whom he calls the VIX elephant, the perfect opportunity to roll a position set to expire soon.
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On Friday, more than 2 million VIX contracts traded as the trader closed contracts set to expire on Dec. 20 and opened a fresh position in contracts set to expire on Jan. 17.
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While the identity of the VIX elephant was not clear, the sheer size of the position has generated a lot of buzz in the options market.
The trader’s December position was geared to benefit if the VIX had lifted to the 15-20 level by Dec. 20, but with the December expiration approaching fast and the VIX stuck well below that range, Friday’s spike was a bit of luck for the trader, Trade Alert analyst Fred Ruffy said.
Ruffy estimates that the trader took a loss of $1.6 million on the December position. Had the position been closed yesterday, the loss would have been roughly $20 million.
The new position offers a maximum payout of about $261 million, if the index settles at 25 at the Jan. 17 expiration, Ruffy said. (Reporting by Saqib Iqbal Ahmed; Editing by Steve Orlofsky)


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