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Booking a jet for private or business use is much more than just simply traveling to a destination. Private jets are about giving you the freedom to fly whenever, however, and wherever you want. The United States alone has over 500 commercial airports — when you account for private airports, then that number increases to over 5000. This opens up opportunities when it comes to travel destinations.
Things to do in Santorini
Santorini sits in a water-filled caldera of a volcano, surrounded by the beautiful Aegean ocean. The small island is a popular destination for those who want to experience unforgettable moments backed up by the natural geography of the island.
Dinner with the view
When having dinner over the caldera during sunset, you will immediately see why Santorini is such a sought-after destination. The sunsets are an experience in itself — they are mesmerizing, vivid, and romantic. For the most iconic views, visit Oia. It is a small village in Santorini. It is known for its unique architecture that typifies the white-painted houses of the Cyclades. Oia's unique position and cityscape give visitors a unique perspective during sunsets.
A caldera cruise
As you can imagine, Santorini is a community that leverages seafaring opportunities. Boat trips and cruises are happening at any given moment in Santorini. On top of the stunning views, cruise strips will take you away to other areas of interest like heating mud baths, volcanic islands that are only accessible via boat, and natural hot springs.
Where to stay in Santorini?
The Canaves Oia Epitome
The Canaves Oia Epitome is a new kind of luxury accommodation perched on top of the picturesque fishing town of Ammoudi. It's one of the only hotels on the island that offers sea and sunset views from the privacy of their luxury villas.
Things to do in Mykonos
Mykonos is a relatively small island of only about 33 square miles, nestled between Tinos and Naxos. Even though small, it commandeers many tourists, with the island known for its vibrant nightlife, beaches, and snorkeling. It's one of Greece's more popular destinations.
This neighborhood is known as one of the more visually stunning places on the island. Little Venice overlooks the southwest end of a harbor, with uniquely built homes representing the history of Mykonos. Many of the historic homes have been transformed into AirBNB's, with intimate and cozy restaurants, nightclubs, and trendy bars surrounding the area.
Paraportiani Church is one of the more popular churches on the island. Located in central Chora, Paraportiani Church is a whitewashed church that dates back to the Byzantine era. From its main entrance, you will have unique and beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. The best time to visit is right before sunset when the changing colors transform the interior of the church into something akin to a kaleidoscope — dazzling colors and an array of shades.
Where to stay in Mykonos?
Mykonos Blue is one of the more romantic hotels and a renowned honeymoon destination. It combines the unique charm of a small village, while still being trendy with all of the amenities that you'll expect from a luxury hotel. It is located right above Psarou Beach, with its unique geographic location protecting it from the high winds that are infamous in Mykonos. It is a short walk to visit the popular Platis Gialos beach and nearby establishments.
If you want something with more of a spa experience, then visit the Katikies Mykonos. It offers two infinity pools, a lavish spa, and stunning views of the Agios Ioannis Beach.
As mentioned, there is a myriad of benefits of utilizing a private jet — you avoid wasting time, you have access to airports in unique locations, you are in charge of your schedule, and you fly in unparalleled comfort.
LunaJets provides you maximum freedom of choice. The private charter offers private bookings via an app, a generous loyalty program, instant access to private aviation advisors, flight options, and live driving directions to LunaJet's terminals. LunaJets has been heralded as the go-to private accompany from the Air Charter Association, EBAAA, and as well obtaining the prestigious Argus certification.

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ODU's Butler and UF Scientist Creating Marine Housing by Restoring Sponges
Shrimps, lobsters and other marine animals in Florida Bay are the projected beneficiaries of a seabed housing project that has been undertaken by scientists from the University of Florida and Old Dominion University.
Marine sponges may not look like apartment buildings, but these puffy filter-feeders provide one of the few safe places to live for many sea creatures.
In 2007, harmful algae blooms killed sponges in large tracts of the shallow lagoon, where fresh water draining from the Everglades meets the Gulf of Mexico. The project scientists now are trying to restore the population by cutting up healthy sponges, then planting the cuttings in affected areas to grow and reproduce.
The results of the study will lay the groundwork for larger restoration efforts that would boost populations of economically important seafood species that depend on sponges, help Florida's commercial sponge industry and improve water quality, said Don Behringer, a research assistant professor with UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences.
"Sponges don't get as much attention as other, more charismatic marine species," said Behringer, co-leader of the project. "But in hard-bottom habitats they dominate the biomass and are important to ecosystem health."
The other project leader is Mark Butler, professor of biological studies at ODU. The two collaborated on research in south Florida and the Caribbean in the early part of the decade when Behringer was a Ph.D. student of Butler's. One of their widely publicized studies found that Caribbean spiny lobsters can swiftly detect when a mate is infected with a lethal viral pathogen and shun the mate in a practice akin to quarantine.
In Florida Bay, the seabed is a mixture of hard-bottom areas, sea grass meadows and almost featureless sand and mud areas. Within the hard-bottom, marine sponges, some of them several feet in diameter, are the dominant source of structure and shelter. In parts of the bay the animals were so abundant prior to the algae blooms that they were estimated to filter all surrounding water every three days, straining out bacteria they consume as food.
The 2007 algae blooms affected about 200 square miles of the 1,100-square-mile bay, wiping out nearly every sponge in some areas. Similar blooms may have occurred for at least a century, but hard evidence is lacking, Behringer said.
Armed with $157,000 in grants from The Nature Conservancy-National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Community-Based Restoration Program, and Everglades National Park, the researchers will try to reintroduce sponges in the Everglades National Park and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary areas of Florida Bay.
In this feasibility study, four species will be used: loggerhead and vase sponges, large species that provide habitat for sea animals; and glove and yellow sponges, important to Florida's commercial sponge fishing industry, said Butler.
Florida is one of the world's major marine sponge providers, producing 60,000 to 70,000 pounds annually.
Butler said the exact methods used for placing sponge cuttings are still being developed, but it's likely that small sections will be attached to weighted bases and placed on the sea floor. For the next three years, researchers will assess the cuttings' survival, growth and reproduction.
The project came about partly because sponges are little-studied, Butler said. He has studied lobsters for 25 years and appreciates how sponges provide habitat for the crustaceans.
Another reason is that sponge populations spread slowly-larval sponges are free-swimming, but anchor after a few hours and spend the rest of their lives in one place.
This article was posted on: September 8, 2009
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Shake The Change is a brand new 3-day Swing Dance Festival that will take place in Radovljica, one of the most picturesque and charming towns in Slovenia, known for its sunny weather and hand-made chocolate.
International swing dance festival in Radovljica "Shake the Change", 16., 17., 18. June 2023
Dance/music evenings, from friday to saturday will be held in Linhart Square from 19:30 till 23:30. (It will be possible to listen to the concert for the wider public for free, but the dance floor will be reserved for the participants of the festival.)
We will have amazing bands that play jazz music, especially for swing dancers - The Reverent Juke band from France/Belgium will be with us on Friday and Saturday and Pickpocket Swingers from Slovenia will be with us on Sunday evening.
During evening events you will be able to check out some vintage stands, with clothes and shoes especially for this dance.
Throughout the whole festival, there will be dance classes for the festival participants - Solo jazz, Lindy hop and trio classes. Classes will be held in Radovljica mansion and in OŠ Radovljica. World known dance teachers come from Catalonia, Greece and Slovenia, and the dancers come from all over Europe.
More info on the website: https://shakethechange.si/
A festival of craft beer, street-food, music and socialising in the green park in close proximity to the old town centre.
The heart and soul of Radovljica is Linhart Square which inspires with the variety and authenticity of its preserved architecture.
The architectural style of the manor in Radovljica old town is 18th century in character, whilst its interior is home to museums, music and events.

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The all new BMW X7 is one of the latest and one of the best cars manufactured by BMW. It is a perfect blend of power and luxurious comfort that offers a driving experience as smooth as silk and is as quiet and peaceful on the inside as a library. It has been assembled in Greer, South Carolina, USA (United States of America), and can accommodate up to 7 passengers with lots of room to sit back and relax for each passenger. Moreover, the BMW X7 can go up to a top speed of 155 mph, can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in only 4.5 seconds, and is ranked as one of the top 4 luxury large vehicles.
The BMW X7 is classified as a full size, 5 door luxury SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle), as it is larger than a mid-size car such as the BMW X5, and also fits into the largest size class for cars. Moreover, it combines elements of road going passenger cars with features from off road vehicles, such as, raised crowd clearance and four wheel drive, which has been made possible due to a powertrain capable of providing power to all its wheels, whether full time or on demand.
Adding on to the features of the BMW X7, this beauty has been powered by a 4.4 L N63 V8 twin turbo engine, which increases the efficiency and power output of the internal combustion engine by forcing extra compressed air into the combustion chamber. This SAV (Sports Activity Vehicle), as it is more commonly regarded as, with the help of its powerful engine, produces a massive horsepower of 612 HP, giving it the added advantage of speed, power, and thrill. Lastly, with its 8 speed automatic transmission or self-shifting transmission, the transmission system automatically changes the gear ratio as the vehicle moves, meaning that the driver does not have to shift gears manually and can enjoy smooth, long, and comfortable rides without having to worry about the gears.
Lastly, a car is only as good as the balance it offers to its drivers in terms of performance in different aspects, such as, safety, speed, reliability, capaciousness, comfort, and attractiveness, and all these are bang on target when it comes to the BMW X7, making it the ideal choice for anyone who wishes to buy a car that is a result of a great choice.
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European Burmese Cat
The European Burmese is an interesting cat breed with which you would be lucky to share your home. These cats make excellent pets, and they will undoubtedly make a great cuddling partner. The European Burmese is closely related to the Burmese. The differences are minimal, but their development was slightly different from the “traditional” Burmese. Here’s what all cat lovers need to know about the European Burmese.
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The history of the European Burmese and the Burmese is pretty much the same. These cats come from the Siamese and the “copper cat” of Burma. Most cat lovers believe they were kept by priests in their temples, where they were in charge of vermin control. Most modern-day Burmese can be traced to a cat called Wong Mau, owned by Dr. Joseph Thompson. Dr. Thompson, alongside other cat breeders and geneticists, created a breeding program. Still, there weren’t many Burmese cats available in the US.
European Burmese was even in a worse position, so European cat breeders took a slightly different path. They crossed the Burmese with British Shorthairs and redpointed Siamese. After a few breeding generations, these cats were called “Foreign Burmese” and European Burmese. The latter name stuck till today.
Cat Breed Characteristics
The European Burmese is a striking cat. One look at these cats, and you will surely be mesmerized by their beauty. They are very elegant and have slightly rounded contours. They are muscular and have čarge, expressive eyes. Here are other characteristics you should be aware of.
One of our favorite things about the European Burmese is its coat. These cats have a short, soft coat that has a satiny texture. Their coat is relatively easy to maintain, and these cats will do most of their grooming themselves.
Besides the European Burmese’s body structure, the thing that defines them as a breed is their color. These cats come in 10 colors. The most common ones are brown, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, cream, and lilac tortoiseshell.
The European Burmese is considered a medium-sized cat. Females are generally smaller than males, and most adult cats weigh 6 - 10 pounds.
The European Burmese is beautiful cats, but the thing that makes them so unique is their character. Their temperaments are very similar to those of the Burmese. These cats are charming, determined, affectionate, friendly, and playful. They inherited many of the Siamese’s character traits, which means they are fantastic pets. These cats are also very curious and intelligent. The European Burmese is highly social, so if you have a busy work schedule and your cat stays at home most of the day, you should probably pick another breed.
All pureblooded cat breeds have diseases that are relatively common within the breed. Unfortunately, the European Burmese has a lot of them. That doesn’t mean the cat will necessarily develop them; it just means you and your vet will need to keep a close eye on early symptoms of these potential diseases. These cats have an average lifespan of 10 - 15 years. Here are those potential problems;
- Corneal dermoid - Skin and hair under the cornea
- Congenital peripheral vestibular disease - Affects the cat’s balance and movement.
- Lipemia of the aqueous humor - Milky appearance during kittenhood.
- Orofacial pain syndrome - The eruption of the second teeth causes extreme discomfort, and young cats tear themselves to relieve the pain.
- Diabetes Mellitus - Increased risk of diabetes.
- Flat-chested kitten syndrome - This is a disorder in cats wherein kittens develop a compression of the thorax caused by lung collapse.
- Hypokalemic polymyopathy - The cat can develop muscle weakness due to low potassium levels.
- Kinked tail - This usually happens because a kitten has a deformed tailbone. This is only an aesthetic issue.
- Endocardial fibroelastosis - This is a common heart condition in which the left ventricle of the heart thickens.
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Seton Hall’s master's accounting programs have the fifth highest return on investment among all accounting programs in the U.S., ranking SHU graduate accounting programs #1 in New Jersey.
Stillman Earns High Ranks from U.S. News
The Stillman School of Business undergraduate program ranked 108 in the nation – and No. 2 in N.J. – by U.S. News & World Report. read more

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Cucumber Herb Garden Soup
It’s that time of year when a refreshing cool soup fills the bill for lunch, leaving you raring to go for the rest of the hot afternoon.
2 regular cucumbers or one English cucumber, chopped
Handful each dill, cilantro, parsley, and mint
2 cups milk
1 cup quark cheese
1 cup yogurt
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp. chili flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Blend all ingredients using an immersion blender until fine. Chill for at least 2 hours.


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Situated near ski mountains, the 2-star Great Barrington Ma Travelodge offers a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area. The budget hotel is a good example of antique architecture in Great Barrington.
You can find Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center only 2.5 km from the property. The venue is 3 km away from the city center.
The hotel allows quick access to lakes and parks.
Bradley International airport is easy to reach.
There are 28 non-smoking rooms at Great Barrington Ma Travelodge feature climate control, wireless internet, a laptop-compatible safe, a refrigerator and a seating area. Some rooms at Great Barrington Ma Travelodge have a view over the garden. They are equipped with a microwave, coffee/tea makers and a stove.
Eat & Drink
The restaurant serves Chinese dishes. Naji's and Gypsy Joynt offer an assortment of dishes within 50 meters of the property.
Business facilities at Great Barrington Ma Travelodge include a meeting room and a photocopier.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
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Lupita Nyong’o revealed on Instagram Wednesday that she attended San Diego Comic-Con incognito as the Pink Power Ranger.
The Oscar-winning actress posted videos to Instagram showing her sporting the glittery costume while stopping a car.
Nyong’o danced around the convention and stopped to take pictures with fans and other cosplayers. The star, who plays Nakia in Marvel’s upcoming “Black Panther” film, was at Comic-Con to participate in the film’s panel in Hall H. Director Ryan Coogler and co-stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Andy Serkis, Daniel Kaluuya, and more joined her on stage. The cast presented a new teaser trailer for the Wakanda-set film at the panel, which was considered one of the highlights of the convention.
The actress will also reprise her role as Maz Kanata in “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” set to premiere Dec. 15. Nyong’o delivered a motion capture performance for the role, as Kanata is a CGI-rendered alien.
“Black Panther” hits theaters Feb. 16, 2018.

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When you are a single parent, you find yourself in quite a difficult dating situation. If you are a single dad, things are a little bit brighter, as women consider you to be as magical as a unicorn, still you are not that lucky. Dating market is mainly designed for singles with no appendage. You know that it is hard to get used to one another. When you are a single parent, it means that your prospective partner would have to get used to you and your kid.
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Divorce can be very traumatic, especially if the causes are not good enough to talk. It brings many effects both for the children and the parents. Sometimes it can make the children having trust issues with their parents or even hate them. On the other hand, it also can make the parents having trust issues too to love because now they are a single parent. Like what we are talking about on dating tips in your 30s , taking care of a child while doing their job as usual without no one help can be so stressful. It takes all their time and sometimes it can make them even not thinking about looking for a new partner.
Everything You Need to Know About Dating and Single Motherhood
Not only do you have to rise up and meet the needs of your children minute by minute, day by day, but you have to put on a happy face for them too. Yes, children bring a great deal of love, joy and fulfillment into your life. There's no question about that. But there's also no question that it can be quite depressing not to have anyone to share it all with.
Single moms have a lot going on, but that doesn't mean they can't handle dating and romance. Whether you're a single mom looking to get back out into the dating pool, or someone who is trying to find the right way to ask out a single mom, these expert tips will make post-divorce dating life easier — on you, and your kids. It's hard to carve out the time and mental space for dating, but thinking it through might help you achieve clarity. D, of the Thrive Psychology Group. Though finding time as a single parent can be challenging, remind yourself that you deserve to have your wants and needs met.

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The management of Mampong Babies Home is with the Anglican Diaoses of Kumasi under the headship of the Bishop being the chairman. Other supporting members are drawn from the clergy, the social welfare (the Supervising Agent of the Government), a representative of the paramilitary of the Silver Stool of Ashanti Mampong, the representative of Sekyere West District, administration of the ministry of the local government and the superintendent of the home.
The home which is very much a part of the church, accommodates 50 children aged 0-12 years. The children arrive at the home as a result of various health, social and economic circumstances including abandonment, neglect and severe poverty. The day to day running of the home is overseen by the superintendent supported by a deputy, an accountant, administrative officer and 34 care staff with the assistance of volunteers.
The various departments of the home that aid its smooth service delivery is administration, catering (kitchen), transport, laundry, poultry and crop farming.
School, creche, nursery and childcare are the current pillars of the home.


City officials witnessed an uptick in violence among Erie’s youth in 2022 and local leaders are making an effort to help combat the issue.
Bishop Dwane Brock says opportunities are available to combat youth violence in Erie, but he says there is only one problem.
Deputy Chief of Erie City Police Rick Lorah says there is a troubling trend in violence among Erie’s youth.
He says he has noticed an increasing number of juvenile gun related crimes despite the number of homicides decreasing.
“We’ve seen the numbers grow from 2020, 2021, to 2022 it’s been steadily climbing in those years,” said Deputy Chief Rick Lorah, City of Erie Police Criminal Investigations Division.
He said the third quarter of 2022 involved 14 or15 gun related incidents with juveniles – bringing the total to approximately 34. A local leader said youth violence has been an ongoing issue in the city for many years.
“There seems to be a cultural shift going on right before our very eyes and our young people are plagued psychologically and environmentally with dealing with issues that they cannot handle,” said Bishop Dwane Brock, CEO, Eagle’s Nest Leadership Corporation.
Brock says he is dedicated to changing the shift in hopes of providing peace and tranquility but there is one problem they must overcome.
“Our challenge is to get our young people to take advantage of the opportunity. Opportunities are there, I want to say that again opportunities are there, our responsibility is to try to get our young people to take advantage of those opportunities,” Brock continued.
The Deputy Chief says an effort is also being made on the city’s behalf by bringing back the Juvenile Detective Division.
“We’re going to work really, really closely with juvenile probation. We’re going to work really closely with the district attorney’s office to find out ways to combat this juvenile violence. We’re going to work very closely with the school district police department,” Lorah explained.
Bishop Brock shares a message with the youth in Erie that he hopes resonates with them before it’s too late.
“There are serious consequences to violence. Whether it is someone being hurt, somone being killed, whether it’s someone going to jail, going to prison, someone going into the hospital there’s serious consequences,” Brock said.
Lorah says the Juvenile Detective Division has been operational since Jan. 2.


We envision a cooperative effort through which families and individuals across York County have regular access to enough nutritious food to support their health and well-being. Through building community connections, we provide bridges between food system sectors, supporting local food initiatives and facilitating creative sustainable solutions to eradicating hunger and mal-nutrition, and increasing knowledge about healthy food in our county.
- Encouraging growth and fresh foods in our county through supporting farmers, gardens, farmers' markets, school gardens and greenhouses.
- Supporting and expanding (where appropriate) existing programs designed to provide food to those in need.
- Creating new solutions building upon existing networks and new relationships.
- Sharing information and opportunities to act to help the community be healthy, sustainable, and successful.


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The Modern Family star had a strong message for those hurling abuse at the star in the wake of the tragic death of her cousin.
Sarah Hyland is still reeling from the death of her 14-year-old cousin and the serious injuries sustained by his father Bryan, Hyland’s uncle, after an alleged drunk driving accident over the weekend.
But that hasn’t stopped social media trolls from targeting the Modern Family star with online abuse. After Hyland shared the news of her teenage cousin Trevor Canaday’s tragic death over the weekend, the actress had to use her Twitter to address some of the “negative thoughts or opinions” that had been levelled at her and her family. The abuse has since reached such an untenable level that the actress has decided to take a break from social media.
“I’d like to ask those who have negative thoughts or opinions about the tragedy that happened to my family to keep them to themselves,” Hyland tweeted. “You don’t know all the details. And how dare you attack when a beautiful life has been lost.”
Hyland first shared the news of Canaday’s death on Saturday in an Instagram story. “This is my 14-year-old cousin Trevor,” she wrote. “Yesterday he was killed by a drunk driver. My uncle is still in the hospital in need of more surgeries.”
The 28-year-old actress added that the man allegedly behind the wheel of the other car had two previous DUI incidents to his name and, according to Hyland, attempted to flee after hitting the Canaday’s vehicle.
She also shared the link to a GoFundMe page established to help the Canaday family – Trevor’s mom Becky and sisters Tessa and Zoee – cover the medical bills for Bryan’s recovery. The original goal of $10,000 (£7,826) was exceeded quickly, and the family established a new goal of $25,000 (£19,566). Currently, the funds raised are in excess of $35,550 (£27,823).
“Trevor was a funny, smart, innovative, athletic, goofy kid and he was so loved. His memory will live on in many ways,” the GoFundMe page reads. “Please help us do this for the family now to help ease their suffering away from money to focus on healing emotionally.”
But despite Hyland’s pleas, trolls continued to target her with messages. Most of their comments took issue with Hyland sharing the crowdfunding appeal rather than covering the funds herself.
“It is strange of you to promote a crowdfunding page when you only donated $1,000 yourself (whilst being worth 9 million). Most of the people donating are working 9-5s and it’s weird that you’re asking for money from them. If you want to keep it private, don’t tweet about it,” one comment read.
“You only have yourself to blame for this backlash, unless there’s some massive detail we’re all missing,” another tweet read. “Asking complete strangers to contribute to the funeral expenses of your own family member which you could easily pay for yourself is low-class and unconscionable.” Dozens more comments were left on her Instagram account.
The online abuse has only grown in the days since Hyland first shared the news about her family’s loss. Today, she tweeted that she was taking a break from social media after all the online abuse she had endured.
“You guys finally did it,” she wrote. “Your horrible negative ignorant words have broken me. Happy? Staying offline for a while.”
Fans tweeted messages of support at Sarah after her announcement, encouraging her to take this time away to “focus on your family and heal”.
Hyland added that her social media break won’t last too long. She promised to return to Twitter later this week. But regardless, no-one should have to endure this kind of abuse in the wake of a tragedy.


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Buy To Let Investments
Are you looking to invest in property? Our team can source from a suite of lenders and compare products to ensure you have the best mortgage that suits your individual circumstances. Back in 2008 many left the buy to let market and a few limped on, realising that being a landlord was quite demanding. There is still a solid place for serious buy to letters out there who can work and think strategically to build up a business. When you purchase a property you are going to rent out to the public you need a certain mortgage and insurance, the mortgage will generally have much higher interest rates than a residential mortgage. If you scrimp on this detail the bank may call in its mortgage altogether.
Banks are interested in lending to serious investors who can have a higher percentage of the property. One aspect of the buy to let mortgage that makes life slightly easier for the purchaser is the fact that they are often interest only. This means that instead of paying the capital loan and the interest each month on the property, you only pay the interest on the property each month. Then once the agreement comes to the end you can pay back the loan capital by selling the property; If there are any profits the seller can retain them.
When you purchase a buy to let property the bank will see you as a business partner, one which it hopes will be fit, healthy and alive towards the end of the agreement. The bank isn’t just throwing money at property buyers nowadays so you will need a good business plan and take on a bulk of the liability. Are you targeting young professionals, students, married couples or commuters? You will need a niche market in mind before you go any further.
More About Buy To Let Investments
When you invest in property and rent it out to the public you aren’t only responsible to the bank but the local authority as well. This is because a rental property needs to reach basic levels of safety, hygiene and energy efficiency. It is definitely worth getting in contact with your council’s housing department for further advice on your legal requirements before you proceed. Barrett Mortgage is a professional finance broker with an office in Poole, Dorset. Providing mortgages for everyone. We were founded by Darren Barrett in 2009, during some of the hardest market conditions the industry has seen. Our unparalleled, clear, trustworthy, honest and upfront service is offered by us; This has meant our business has thrived during these times when clients have needed more individual and specialist help.
All of our staff are fully qualified, experienced and chosen based on their keenness to provide an excellent service to all of our customers. We promise no pushy hard sales tactics and have built a strong reputation which is important as we rely heavily on referrals from clients. If you are interested in the help, advice and service we can provide you with then please make sure you get in contact with us. Take a look at our Google reviews to see what our clients think about our service.

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Desperate migrants, including women and children, packed in with chickens and sheep
Mexican authorities have found 600 migrants hidden in two trailers in Veracruz state, near where nearly 800 people died in the desert on 6 May.
The migrants, including around 40 children, and most of them women and children, were crammed into the trailers and chickens were displayed outside of them in local restaurants.
The farm equipment, a refrigerated delivery from Mexico City, was found during a raid on the truckers, and the migrants were taken to a police station in the neighbouring state of Quintana Roo.
Javier Chacon, spokesman for the mayor of the city of El Naranjo, Veracruz, described it as the biggest seizure of people in a long time.
“We are worried for these families,” Chacon said.
Mexico’s immigration institute confirmed the discovery, saying migrants had died and had been buried.
All 67 migrants found dead in Mexico’s Tamaulipas state may have suffocated Read more
“The exact numbers of the dead and the people buried could not be confirmed,” said Martha Avila, a spokeswoman for the agency.
Veracruz, one of Mexico’s main hubs for migrants, is home to Mexico’s first international airport and is the state bordering Guatemala that has borne the brunt of migration to the United States.
The latest large-scale migrant death in Mexico has left Mexicans of mixed opinion over what to do with the masses.
Activists have called for aid from international aid groups to assist the migrants. Others are calling for the government to halt deportations of migrants back to the heart of cartel territory.


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The hardest job for any DM is writing and preparing for an evening's adventure and laying out the events that will shape his or her world. Adventure Compilation #1 is a collection of the best of the best - the Adventure Keep modules. Within these pages, AEG has compiled, updated and expanded the original adventures utilizing the revised 3.5 d20 rules with new maps, new text, and new plot hooks, including rewritten and expanded sections provide more balanced encounters and deeper challenges. Even empty rooms have been filled to make a DM's life easier! All the while, these books provide a campaign's worth of high adventure to players of all experience levels. Written for the revised 3.5 d20 rules. Many new and improved maps. 288 pages. Perfect bound Adventure #I links 24 of the best original AEG Adventures Keeps together into one giant plot thread, allowing PCs to advance from the 1st to the 13th level. This book is a must have for DMs eager to bring the nuance of low-leveling gaming back where it belongs. Many new and improved maps.
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Facebook is the centre of attention once again, but the headlines were not positive. The website was being accused for gender discrimination within its targeted ads, specifically the job offers displayed on their page. There were examples of jobs like mechanic, roofer and security engineer that were only targeted at men a specific age and from a specific area. This really shocked and disappointed people, including myself, I thought we were so much more far ahead than this. Today we know that your gender says nothing about how fit you are to do a certain job and discrimination on social media is fought by the sites themselves instead of supported like this, Facebook even said that this goes against their own guidelines.
So why is this still a topic? Other social media websites manage their targeted advertisement a lot smarter and completely unbiased when it comes to gender. LinkedIn for example, a job finding and networking webpage, bases their job offers on the interests, skills, languages of their members and their previous experience. All the offers are completely neutral in their description of who they are looking for, might it be IT-Manager or Make-up Artist, which is absolutely needed nowadays, where everybody can be whatever they want to be, never mind gender stereotypes.
Instagram uses targeted ads just like Facebook does but again, they are based on the interests of their users, who do they follow, and what kind of pictures they like. They will show similar profiles or ads to that on the users feed. Not jewellery and shampoo because it’s a woman or cars and the profile of a football player because the member is male. It’s so easy and so much more effective. The question that the employers of those Facebook ads were asked all week arises even more: Why? No one should be excluded from a job offer just because they are male or female, we are all so much more than that and everybody deserve a chance to prove that.
The next hurdle maybe should not be just giving opportunities to people based on their looks. I just recently found out that in the UK, you are not allowed to send a picture with your job application. How amazing is that? Definitely an idea I will carry with me to Germany that I think should be adapted by more countries. In the end we are all so much more than our gender, our looks, our clothes, our body and no one should ever be excluded from something because of any of this.
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A Newark New Jersey man recently pleaded guilty to charges of murdering a Jersey City woman.
The suspect, and three other men, allegedly committed the homicide on June 19, 2012. Prior to murdering the 29-year-old victim, the suspect and his alleged accomplices abducted her as she walked along a street in Jersey City, NJ. During the kidnapping, at least one of the men reportedly had a handgun.
After snatching the victim, the suspect and his accomplices allegedly put her in a vehicle and drove to Newark, NJ.
Law enforcement later found the victim’s body in a vacant townhouse in Newark. The victim died due to several gunshot wounds.
The suspect is a 27-year-old man from Newark, New Jersey. He was arrested and charged with multiple crimes, including first degree murder and kidnapping. He eventually worked out a plea agreement with Essex County NJ prosecutors. Under the terms of the plea deal, the suspect will probably avoid being sentenced to life in New Jersey State Prison.
At this time, prosecutors have yet to reveal what the suspect’s motive for the kidnapping and murder might have been.
The three other suspects in the homicide case also face criminal charges for murder. One of the other suspects, a 28-year-old man from Irvington NJ, pleaded guilty in October 2014 and is still awaiting official sentencing. (There have been several delays in the case.)
The other two homicide suspects, a 41-year-old Newark NJ male and a 40-year-old Hillside male, are expected to stand trial later this year in Essex County Superior Court.
For further information about this case, access the NJ.com article, “Suspect Admits Role in Kidnapping, Killing of Jersey City Mother of 5.”


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Remember When is about a loving granddaughter who helps her Grandma remember the beautiful times they’ve shared. She fills Grandma’s mind with vivid pictures of their closeness, cementing an intimate relationship that will last long after Grandma is gone.
Remember When is a story celebrating love, memories and life.
“This is a wonderful book … beautifully written and illustrated. I recommend it as a great way to help children understand a loved one going through dementia.”
~ Dr Jeanie Wood, Author, Teacher.
Elephant House Press – direct from the publisher
Bookshop – support independent local bookstores
Check your Amazon region and search for “Remember When Jacquelane Cox”.
You can also ask your local public library and school library to order it so you and others can enjoy the book!

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Nebraska & National Social Studies Standards
Nebraska State Social Studies Standards
PDF of our K-12 standards in civics, economics, geography, and history.
Nebraska Social Studies Standards Instructional Tool (SIT)
Websites and apps to go with the standards and indicators.
Index of the National Geography Standards
Second edition of the “Geography for Life” national standards.
Geography for Geographers
Resources to teach geography and incorporate geography into the curriculum.
Matt Rosenberg runs a fun and entertaining geography education site.
National Geographic Education
National Geographic teaching materials to educate young people about their world.
Nebraska Department of Natural Resources
Helpful resources from the state government on the natural resources of Nebraska.
US Geological Survey
Maps, imagery, and publications devoted to the study of the Earth’s surface.
Floor Map Exercises
“Giganto” Nebraska or U.S. Floor Maps
To borrow a Nebraska or U.S. floor map as an education resource to your school, click on Giganto Maps image on the right.
Giant Traveling Map Video Tutorial
Watch the video to learn how to use a giant floor map.
Mapping Exercises & Data
Nebraska Educational GIS (NeEdGIS) Initiative
Geospatial technology in K-12 education & mapping (GIS) tutorials. Info on the Nebraska Story Map Competition.
Esri GIS Education Community
The world of digital mapping at your fingertips.
Provides data to use in web maps (ArcGIS Online mapping software)
Professional Geography Memberships & Publications
Nebraska State Council for the Social Studies
The official Nebraska affiliate of the National Council for the Social Studies.
National Council for Geographic Education
GEON subsidizes your membership – only $50 per year for Nebraskans!
National Council for the Social Studies
NCSS engages and supports educators in strengthening and advocating social studies.
American Association of Geographers
The research arm of the academic geography field.


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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2016, 9:00 a.m. CDT
Contact Jason Hogue, Peru State College Marketing and Communications, 402.872.2429
Peru, Nebraska – Members of the Peru State College Student Senate today announced details of the College’s 96th Annual Homecoming Parade, which will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1 in downtown Peru. The theme for this year’s festivities is “Welcome to the Bobcat Life.”
Parade entry registration is available online at https://www.peru.edu/studentlife/senate.
Entries must be submitted by Thursday, September 29.
Cash prizes or trophies will be awarded based on those entries which best represent the homecoming theme, though all types of entries are welcome. The categories are:
- Floats – First place $150, second place $125 and third place $100.
- Decorated Vehicles – First place $100, second place $75 and third place $50.
Participants will be contacted directly with additional information regarding the route and line-up.
For more information on the parade or any of Peru State’s Homecoming events, contact Student Senate President Zak Ruei at 402-872-2329 or firstname.lastname@example.org.
For more information, visit www.peru.edu or call 1-800-742-4412.
About Peru State College: Nestled in the historic hills of the Missouri River, the “Campus of a Thousand Oaks” is Nebraska’s oldest college and will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary in 2017. Peru State College’s constant commitment to academic excellence has resulted in a unique and innovative mix of online, traditional, undergraduate and graduate programs. Similarly, the college’s ongoing student engagement promotes inquiry, discovery and innovation on-campus and across the region. Peru State College is committed to being a good steward of education, students, the region and Nebraska for another 150 years.


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The Avalon, Hollywood
September 30, 2009
I never saw Alice in Chains perform before Layne Staley passed away so I have nothing to compare this show to, which is probably a good thing. I wasn’t upset that the band didn’t live up to some pre-conceived standards some fans may have held them to. I simply saw this show for it was – the return of Alice in Chains after a long hiatus.
They were good. The music is consistent, they sounded great, and watching Jerry Cantrell’s guitar solos never got old.
The crowd, on the other hand, I’m not so sure about. Theoretically, this is one of their favorite bands, making a return after several years, playing some of their favorite old songs and debuting long-awaited new material. There were a handful of fans giving off the amount of energy I would expect for an event like this – screaming, jumping, fists in the air. But the majority of people seemed moderately excited. “Give us some fucking energy!” the band demanded on several occasions, leading the first 10 rows of fans to jump and scream while everybody else nodded. Having just come off of seeing fans go absolutely insane for Nine Inch Nails, Portugal. The Man, and Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros, perhaps my expectations were too high. Yet, it seemed the band was disappointed as well.
I can only imagine it’s hard for fans to witness the reformation of their favorite band, without the lead singer they’d come to fall in love with. I’m not sure I’d be interested in seeing any of my favorite bands perform live (as the same band) after their front man passed away, so I understand. Or perhaps Alice in Chains fans are more reserved in expressing themselves. Although, I doubt that’s the case, based on some of the conversations I heard. . .
But regardless of the crowd’s expressed (or unexpressed) enthusiasm, I thought the show was great. Willam DuVall, Alice in Chains’ new lead singer, is a compelling performer and delivers these songs with passion. I went to the show with a friend who had seen Alice in Chains previously and he too seemed very pleased with the show.
Anyway, here’s some video from the show. What do you think?:


Conrad and Mike are starting to drill down on the Smart Manufacturing Imperatives recently introduced along with the Smart Manufacturing "Truth Table". In this episode, they cover topics in sustainability, including the importance of designing smart processes for a circular sustainable product lifecycle, and a comparison of data flowing in the SM architecture with data flowing in the Smart Grid architecture. Does it make sense to align these initiatives to share data and optimize energy resource utilization? Let's talk about it!
- Conrad Leiva, CESMII Director of Ecosystem & Workforce Development
- Mike Yost, CESMII Outreach Executive


Eight months and counting after the Toxic Taters Coalition kicked off its campaign, McDonald’s is still dodging the issue of pesticide drift. The corporation has made plenty of public promises to cut pesticide use on its potatoes, but so far the fast food giant has been short on follow-through.
Last week, California's Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) released new data from its statewide Air Monitoring Network (AMN). As you've heard from us before, pesticide drift can seriously impact the health and well being of people living in rural communities.
And it is happening. Even with DPR's flawed sampling plan, this latest round of data confirms health-harming drift at monitoring sites across the state. Of the 32 pesticides and five breakdown products assessed, 24 were detected at least once. At one site, the neurotoxic insecticide chlorpyrifos was found in 75% of the air samples taken.
Well, it's about time. The invisible problem of pesticide drift is on the policy radar in ways it's never been before — with changes in the wings that could protect kids and communities in very real ways. But these changes won't happen unless we keep the pressure on.
This week, the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) unveiled the "trustmark" or logo that will be included on all produce certified to be "responsibly grown, farmworker assured."
Are you ready for spring? For most of us, that means house cleaning and a welcome wardrobe change. But for farmers and other rural residents it means hard work and often, bracing for the impact of pesticide drift. It means waiting to see if their crops will be damaged, and guessing which days they'll have to keep the kids indoors.
On Cesar Chavez Day, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) delivered a slap in the face to that day’s namesake. Five years after PAN and partners challenged the agency’s lack of protections for children from drifting pesticides — and eight years after Congress passed a law requiring it — the agency yet again failed to take any substantive action.
Frustrated yet? I am. EPA is suggesting it's better to keep pesticides on the market without any new protections, even after acknowledging potentially serious impacts on children. In Monday’s response, EPA stated that “young children may have unique exposures that adults do not have.” And still, the agency has chosen to do next to nothing.
This week I had the immense pleasure of attending the 4th National Conference for Women in Sustainable Agriculture in Des Moines, Iowa. The conference was hosted by the Women, Food, and Agriculture Network (WFAN), one of PAN's partners in our Midwest Drift Catching work.
With approximately 400 participants, the conference brings together women farmers, advocates and landowners from across the country to share resources and dialogue about solutions for transitioning to a more sustainable food system. It was an incredible event — three days of women sharing their deepest hopes and smartest strategies about how to improve agriculture.
Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released compelling findings from a study on the air-borne movement (aka "drift") of the pesticide endosulfan in Florida.
Researchers found that this soon-to-be-banned persistent pesticide traveled miles from tomato fields where it was applied, and that drift levels jumped significantly during spray season. More details on the study are outlined below, but first consider this: with USDA stepping into the ring to document pesticide drift, is it possible that EPA and USDA might actually look at pesticide use and regulations together? Now that would be interesting news indeed.
“We are a united Kaua’i.” That’s what over 4,000 Hawaiians chanted as they marched across the Garden Island last week in the sweltering sun. The broad Pass the Bill coalition of physicians, teachers, hotel workers and farmers has continued to press for greater information around pesticide use. The issue is being hotly debated before the Kaua’i County Council, and the world’s largest pesticide-seed corporations are clearly not happy about it.
Despite repeated statements about the desire for compromise and unity, this handful of pesticide corporations and their front groups (e.g. the misleadingly named “Save Kauai Farms”) have rejected any proposals that meet community concerns. They’ve refused to provide information about the pesticides they use on the island's test fields, or to consider no-spray zones around sensitive locations like schools.
Health professionals from across Kaua’i are drawing attention to the growing use of hazardous pesticides on the Garden Island. Nurses, pediatricians and other health care practitioners testified before the Kaua’i County Council yesterday, urging leaders to adopt legislation that would better protect the island’s residents, especially children. But global pesticide corporations won’t swallow that pill so easily.
The small island has drawn increasing attention, as it has become an epicenter of operations for global pesticide corporations testing genetically engineered (GE) seeds. As I’ve noted before, the county bill would take steps to provide physicians and families with better information about the pesticides used, including a pesticide use registry.


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Ghuguni is a tasty , spicy curry of dried peas. I remember eating the yummiest bara and ghuguni in kalamandir market , Bhubaneswar. There it served with a dash of sliced onion and some black salt on it. .Ghuguni can be eaten with rotis or parathas as well. It can be served as a evening snacks . I love to eat this ghuguni with mudhi. Rich with protein, this curry can be eaten like a chat too.
2 cup dried peas.
1 large tomato diced
1 large onion,thinly chopped
4-5 garlic cloves, cut into small pieces and crushed.
1 bay leaf / teja patra.
1/2 tsp cumin seeds / jeera.
1 tbsp vegetable oil.
1/2 tsp turmeric powder.
1/2 tsp chili powder.
2 tsp MTR sambar powder.
Salt as required.
( if you like adding potatoes, u can pressure cook them with the peas and add them to the curry. somehow I like it without potatoes.)
Soak the dry yellow peas in water for 6-7 hours. Pressure cook the peas , till its cooked( do not over cook). Heat oil in a deep pan,add cumin seeds and bay leaf. Add on the onion slices, fry it till the onion turns golden brown, add the crushed garlic, stir till 2-3 minutes.( I like the taste of garlic pieces while eating the ghuguni) .Add the diced tomatoes , turmeric powder, chili powder. Fry till the oil comes out now add on the MTR sambar powder,mix it well and leave to cook for another 3-4 mins in a medium flame. Add salt as per taste.You can smell a nice aroma coming out of the masala. lastly add the boiled peas. let it simmer for another 10 mins. if required add some water. remove from flame and garnish with cilantro leaves,onion slices and a dash of lemon juice. Serve hot with parathas, roti, nan , puris , chakuli pitha or last but not the least biri bara and singada(samosa). Yummm…
One hot cup of ginger tea with this mouth watering dish. Bliss!


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Following a successful opening season which accumulated over 350,000 views, 6 LA Web Series Festival 2013 Awards, major coverage in The Guardian, The Voice, The Grio (NBC News) and G4 (NBC Universal) ; ‘Brothers With No Game – The Web Series’ is currently casting for Season 2 and now is your opportunity for YOU to be a part of it.
Set in London, Brothers With No Game follows the social and romantic lives of four friends with very different personalities: Theo, Dorian, Junior and Marcus. Facing a ‘quarter-life crisis’, the 20-somethings come to terms with the responsibilities and dilemmas of work, family, friendships and, of course, women. Follow these four very different friends as they experience hilariously catastrophic love lives narrated through the callous laddish banter of male friendship, sharing only one single common trait – these brothers STILL have no game.
Who are we casting for?
We are holding auditions for:
· 4 Male Supporting Roles
· 4 Female Supporting Roles
We are currently casting for talented, charismatic and gorgeous actors/actresses between the ages of 20-30 for speaking roles in the series.
When are the auditions?
The auditions take place on Sunday 28th April.
Please do not apply if you are unavailable to audition on this date.
What is the shooting schedule?
Principal Photography for the series will begin in May, and continue through the summer and autumn etc. until the first season is done. The roles we are currently casting for will feature in one or two episodes in Summer/Autumn.
What is the Application Process?
If you would like to audition for a role please email email@example.com stating:
· Your full name
· Acting age
· Telephone number
· Email address
· A headshot
· CV/Showreel if possible
Please note that this is not an open casting. If you are shortlisted, you will receive an email with character breakdowns, location details, time slot and audition sides.
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Cheniere Energy Inc. co-founder Charif Souki and BG Group plc liquefied natural gas (LNG) veteran Martin Houston Tuesday announced the formation of Tellurian Investments, which will offer “mid-scale” LNG export projects along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
Souki was recently ousted from the CEO seat at Cheniere, a company he helped to form (see Daily GPI, Dec. 14, 2015) and only days ago resigned from the Cheniere board of directors (see Daily GPI, Feb. 19a). Cheniere is on the cusp of being the first company to export LNG from the Lower 48 states — from its Sabine Pass terminal in Louisiana (see Daily GPI, Feb. 19b).
Sixteen months ago, Houston formed Parallax Energy to develop mid-scale LNG assets (see Daily GPI, Oct. 24, 2014). The company’s first project was announced in early 2015 (see Daily GPI, Feb. 3, 2015), and the acquisition of another was announced last spring (see Daily GPI, April 28, 2015). Before this, Houston helped to build the BG Group LNG business. BG Group was recently acquired by Royal Dutch Shell plc (see Daily GPI, Jan. 28; April 8, 2015).
“What differentiates us from every other LNG developer is our combination of talent,” Souki said. “I see what can be done and Martin knows exactly how to get it done. He has developed liquefaction facilities in Trinidad, Egypt, Australia and built the world’s first portfolio LNG trading company. The combination of Martin and I together is as seasoned an LNG team as you can dream up.”
Houston had equally kind words for Souki. “I cannot think of a better partner than Charif, who single-handedly transformed the global LNG landscape with his ambitious and bold leadership of Cheniere Energy, which will be noted in LNG history as a key turning point in its evolution.”
The plan for Tellurian is to deliver low-cost LNG by capitalizing on low-cost gas available in the United States and liquefying it at facilities along the Gulf Coast. Tellurian plans to partner with Bechtel to construct its plants and has selected Chart Industries for liquefaction technology, building on long-term relationships developed by both Souki and Houston.
“…[W]e are thinking about the energy needs of the world from 2020 to 2040,” the partners said. “We are absolutely in this for the long haul. Natural gas is a tremendously important commodity for the world’s future, and we will be successful because we fully understand the opportunity and have the experience to do something about it.”
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We know what we know. It’s inside us. Ghosts live inside of us too. They start to come out as we age. Hopefully, our ghosts are good. Sometimes they aren’t. Eventually, we come to understand who we are and where we came from.
Where we come from. Wow. That’s hard. What made us who we are? Who made us who we are? You must go inside for that knowledge. Even then, it may not be clear.
That’s what my koan — the truth — is about. It’s not about telling the truth. I do that. It’s about understanding my own past so that I can understand my own truth. It’s like Buddhism on steroids times ten.
That may be why I’m photographing so many trees in so many ways. In some cultures trees are about rebirth. I don’t know that I want rebirth. I just want a crack where the light and the darkness gets in. That’s how I know I’m all right and on the right track.
Admittedly, this is selfish. It’s like any twelve step program. It’s about myself. Fix — or in this case — understand myself so that I can move on.
Since I think most of my ghosts are friendly, I’m excited to work through this process. I think it is the only way to move forward so that I can fix the external things that need fixing. Like the 753 potholes in my street.
I think many people are going through something similar. It’s either the new year or the “pandemic time of lockdowns” that are causing people to ask themselves what they really want.
I’m lucky in a way. Some of my friends have been writing in the socials about their process. They seem to be slogging through the mud and it’s getting deeper.
And, you? Who are you guys doing? Can I help?
Trees. I agree with the cultures who believe that trees are about rebirth.
At the very least, they are about the cycle of life. Understand that in a tree and you may open yourself up to a bigger truth.
I photograph trees. A lot of them. I look at them for each unique composition. Sometimes I force them a little bit into my odd way of seeing. Still, the picture finds me. Or, the all seeing dogs points them out to me.
Photographing them is simple. You know me.
Post production is a little complex depending on what reveals itself.
I have a little worry. I keep seeing and photographing trees and nature. That’s all good. But, it seems to be keeping me away from my projects.
I’ll figure it out.
Stay safe. Stay strong. Stay mighty. Wear your mask. Wash your hands. Keep your distance. Look after each other. Enjoy all the trees.
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CIP #21 - Loss of Air Content in Pumped Concrete
WHAT is Air Loss in Pumping?
Increasingly, specifiers are requiring concrete to be tested for air content at the discharge end of concrete pumps at the point of placement in the concrete structure. In some cases, it is observed that air contents are much lower than that in samples tested at discharge from the truck chute. It is normal to find a loss of about 0.5 to 1.0 percent air as concrete is conveyed through a pump. However, with long boom pumps, having the boom in an orientation with a long, near-vertical downward section of pipe, the air content at discharge may be less than half of that of the concrete going into the pump hopper. When the boom is upward or horizontal, or if there is a 12-ft (3.6m) section of rubber hose placed horizontally at the discharge end, there is generally no significant loss of air. Certainly, air loss through a pump doesn’t occur every time. However, it does occur often enough to be considered seriously until better solutions are developed.
WHY is Air Lost?
There are several mechanisms involved, but air loss will occur if the weight of concrete in a vertical downward section of pipe is sufficient to overcome frictional resistance to allow a slug of concrete to slide down the pipe. As the slug of concrete slides down the pipe, it develops a vacuum on the upper end that greatly expands the size of the air bubbles, and when the concrete hits an elbow in the boom or a horizontal surface, the bubbles collapse. The effect of this impact can be demonstrated by dropping concrete 15 or 20 ft (4.5 to 6 m). The loss of air can be further exacerbated due to the transition from a high pressure in the pump to a near vacuum condition in the pump line.
Most field experience suggests that air loss is greatest with high cement content and flowable concrete mixtures which slide down easier; however, air loss has also been experienced in mixtures with a moderate cement factor at about 500 lb/yd³ (300 kg/m³) and moderate slump. Loss of air content in pumped concrete will not reduce freeze-thaw durability of concrete as long as the air void system is not compromised.
The air loss due to pumping can be determined by measuring the air content of samples discharged from the ready mixed concrete truck and at discharge from the pump. Testing concrete as discharged from the pump alongside the pump will require the most critical boom configuration that will cause the highest loss of air content. If concrete at a higher air content (to compensate for this loss) is placed at a less critical, more horizontal boom configuration, the concrete placed in the structure will be at a high air content and lower strength.
HOW to Prevent Air Loss?
To minimize the loss of air in concrete through a pump, procedures should attempt to keep concrete from sliding down the line under its own weight. Ensure that there is a continuous stream of concrete within the pump and inside the pumpline. Where possible, avoid vertical or steep downward boom sections. Be cautious with high slump, and particularly with highly cementitious, content mixtures. Steady, moderately rapid pumping may help somewhat to minimize air loss, but will not solve most problems.
Loop in pump boom
► Try inserting a loop in the pipeline just before the rubber hose (do not do this unless pipe clamps are
designed to comply with all safety requirements). This method helps, but will not be a perfect solution. In
some cases, it may cause an increase in the air content.
► Use a slide gate at the end of the rubber hose to restrict discharge and provide resistance.
► Use of a 6-ft. (2m) diameter loop in the rubber hose with an extra section of rubber hose is reported to be a
better solution than (a) or (b).
► Lay 10 or 20 feet (3 to 6 m) of hose horizontally on deck pours. This doesn’t work in columns or walls, and
requires additional labor to manage the extra hose.
► Reduce the rubber hose size from 5 to 4 inches (125 to 100 mm). A transition pipe of length 4 feet (1.2 m) or
longer should be used to avoid blockages.
Conduct a pre-pour conference in accordance with the agenda outlined in CIP 32 with the contractor, pump operator, and ready mixed concrete supplier present. Discuss the necessity for care in pumping air-entrained concrete, and list the precautions to take when pumping it. Maintain communication between all parties during the placement process.
® Before the pour, plan alternative pump locations and decide what will be done if air loss occurs. Be
prepared to test for air content frequently.
® Sampling from the end of a pump line can be very difficult and potentially hazardous. Wear proper
personal protective equipment. Never sample the initial concrete through the pump line. It is
recommended that sampling be done from the concrete placed in the structure as opposed to the
end of a pump line.
® Sample the first load on the job after pumping 3 or 4 cubic yards (2 to 3 m³). Temper it to the
maximum permissible slump. Swing the boom over near the pump to get the maximum length of
vertical downward pipe and drop the sample in a wheelbarrow. If air is lost, take precautions and
sample to measure air content at the point of placement.
® If air loss occurs, do not try to solve the problem by increasing the air content delivered to the pump
beyond the upper specification limit. High air content concrete with low strength could, or almost
surely will, be placed in the structure if boom angles are reduced or if somewhat lower slump
concrete is pumped.
® Research has indicated that when the loss of air content is not too high (less than about 3%), the air
void system in the concrete may still be adequate for freeze-thaw resistance. This is because most
of the air lost is through the larger air bubbles, which do not significantly affect the durability of
1. Yingling, James; G.M. Mullings; and R.D. Gaynor, “Loss of Air Content in Pumped Concrete,” Concrete International, Volume 14, Number 10, October 1992, pp.57-61.
2. ACI 304.2R, “Placing Concrete by Pumping Methods,” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI.
3. Hoppe, Julian J., “Air Loss in Free-Falling Concrete,” Queries on Concrete, Concrete International, June 1992, p. 79.
4. Gorsha, Russel P., “Air Loss in Free-Falling Concrete," Queries on Concrete, Concrete International, August 1992, p.71.
5. “Effects of Pumping Air Entrained Concrete,” Washington Aggregates and Concrete Association, March 20, 1991, 12 pp.
6. Dyer, R.M., “An Investigation of Concrete Pumping Pressure and the Effects on the Air Void System of Concrete,” Master’s Thesis, Department of Civil
6. Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, 1991.
7. Hover, K.C., Phares, R.J., “Impact of Concrete Placing Method on Air Content, Air-Void System Parameters, and Freeze-Thaw Durability”, Transportation Research
Record 1532, Transportation Research Board, Washington, DC.


Construction projects vary greatly in size. They can be as small as a home remodel, all the way to building an enormous sports arena or stadium. What are some of the coolest 2022 construction projects?
We love unique projects and although most lists focus on just the size, we wanted to share which ones we think are the coolest.
- Buffalo Bills Stadium
- Jihan Ribbon Park - China
- Laguardia Airport Renovation
- Plant Vogtle
- Charenton - Bercy Redevelopment Tower
- California High-Speed Rail
- University of Illinois – First Zero Carbon Building
Buffalo Bills Stadium
The new proposed football stadium complex for the Buffalo Bills is still a concept (as of a public meeting on July 14, 2022) but it is ambitious, befitting one of the most rabidly followed NFL teams in history. At a proposed cost of $1.4 billion, the new arena will be built across the street from Highmark Stadium on Abbott Road between Southwestern Boulevard and Big Tree Road and encompass 283 acres. The proposed site plan includes a large plaza leading to the stadium from the northeast, a new operations building to the south, and several new parking lots. Considering the huge fan base in NY, this is certainly one of the coolest 2022 construction projects.
Jihan Ribbon Park - China
This new 2022 construction project is a concerted effort at green infrastructure, combining a natural beauty space with essential storm drain channels and clean-air-producing greenery. Winding like a decorative ribbon through the city of Jinan in eastern China, this two-kilometer path will tie the Willow Promenade and Lotus Lake with a new transit pavilion and retail center. This project intentionally reclaims land from this once heavily industrial area so residents can better connect with nature.
Laguardia Airport Renovation
The seven-year process of renovating one of the world’s busiest airports will be completed in 2022. Laguardia International Airport, named for famed New York Mayor Fiorello Laguardia, is enjoying an $8 billion overall facelift that includes new amenities, art, security upgrades, and improvements to reduce delays for travelers. Once saddled with a bad reputation, Laguardia will now be a model travel hub, including a new LEED Silver certified energy efficient terminal. Notably, the project boasts 30% MWBE (minority/women-owned business enterprise) participation, which means it employs many minority staff both during the construction phase and as the airport reopens for full operations.
This ambitious 2022 construction project will result in the largest nuclear power plant in the United States and is already the largest construction project in Georgia. These are the first nuclear plants to be built in the US in over 30 years. Costing a whopping $30 billion to build, both units of the project will provide power for over 1,000,000 homes and businesses, as well as providing 7,000 construction and 800 ongoing jobs. This project is only two of six planned AP1000 nuclear plant projects planned worldwide.
Charenton-Bercy Redevelopment Tower
The 180-meter-tall Charenton-Bercy Tower is designed to achieve net-zero energy, as well as be a beautiful, low-rise circular building that will form the heart of a new tech hub connecting eastern Paris with the suburbs. The tower itself will be a mixed-use facility that includes loft apartments. The entire complex will feature a fitness center, public pool, primary school, hotel, landscaped garden spaces, and rail transit lines connecting the complex with inner Paris. Notably, the tower will also house designers and developers that focus on VR, AR, and CGI animation for video games and other applications.
California High-Speed Rail
This hotly contested construction project may never see full realization, but at least a portion between Merced and Bakersfield is underway. As the estimated total cost spirals past $98 billion, Californians wonder if the project is really worth the price. Intended to connect major city centers across the state, most of the sections of construction have been halted for various reasons. Dubbed the “Train to Nowhere,” this massive boondoggle may never get off the ground, only serving to fund construction jobs while wasting massive amounts of taxpayer funds.
Sanborn Solar Facility
This entirely cool 2022 construction project is a huge step for green energy solution advocates. The Edwards Sanborn Solar Storage Facility will become when completed in 2023, the world’s largest solar-plus-storage project. Located in Kern County, CA on land leased from Edwards Air Force Base and a plot of private land, the project boasts a huge clean energy potential. Estimates are for a storage capacity of up to 1,118MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) and 2,165 megawatts per hour (MWh) that will power over 150,000 homes and businesses. It is also estimated that the site will reduce CO2 emissions from traditional electricity generation by 307,000 tons.
University of Illinois — First Zero Carbon Building
The Campus Instructional Facility, or CIF, is the newest building at the University of Illinois and aims to model the latest in zero carbon emissions, helping to fulfill the university’s aim of reducing carbon emissions and becoming more environmentally friendly. The CIF will house instruction and collaboration spaces of various sizes, a huge gathering space to promote community, a multi-story staircase, and many innovative technologies for advanced, hands-on learning. Most notably, the CIF is a totally electric building with an underground heat exchange system that will meet about 65% of the building’s energy needs.
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Last year at CONvergence, I was on Iron Artist as a snobby French Beat Poet. This is a video of the poem I wrote. Be sure to watch to the end to see some terrific drawings!


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Philadelphia Flyers (10-5-3, 23pts)
Ottawa Senators (7-10-1, 15pts)
at Canadian Tire Center | Kanata, Ontario
TIME: 7:30 p.m. | TV: NBCSP+ | RADIO: 93.3 WMMR
Presented by: BELFOR PROPERTY RESTORATION
Season Series (2018-19): 2-1-0
All-Time Record: 96gp (47-33-8-8)
PHI - Travis Konecny: 19-pts (8g-11a)
OTT - J-G Pageau (11g-4a): 15-pts
1. HISTORY ON THE LINE?
The Flyers ride a seven-game point streak into tonight's game, going 5-0-2, with six of the seven games being decided past regulation, including five of the six in a shootout which also includes their last three games and last three road games... By comparision, the Flyers first 11 games saw one game go past regulation... Since the advent of overtime was introduced in 1983-84, the Flyers have never had five consecutive games be decided past regulation play... Prior to 83-84, they have never played to a tie in five consecutive games.
2. SENS ARMY
The Senators are ranked 15th in the Eastern Conference and T-28th in the NHL with a 7-10-1 mark and 15 points... Despite their record, the Ottawa has wins in three of their last four games, and six victories in their last 10 games, while also riding a three-game winning streak on home ice... They have 12 of their 15 total points in the last 10 games and, since Oct. 23, are 11th in the NHL and 6th in the Eastern Conference... The Sens own the NHL's worst power play at 6.5%, recording four goals on 62 opportunities, including just one power-play goal on home ice on 32 chances (3.1%).
3. THE OTHER NATION'S CAPITAL
The Flyers meet the Sens for the first of three times and make their first of two trips to Ottawa tonight... The Flyers won two of the three meetings last year, including their only trip to Ottawa last season... The Flyers have also earned at least a point in Canada's capital in eight of their last 10 meetings (6-2-2)... Jake Voracek posted six points (3g-3a) in two meetings last year, while forward Brady Tkachuk also had six points (4g-2a) but in three games against the Flyers... Carter Hart will face the Sens for the first time in his career and be the eighth different starter for the Flyers in the last eight games against Ottawa.
Tonight also marks the first game in a back-to-back set for both teams... It's the fifth set of the season and third of four in November for the Flyers, who are 3-1-0 in the first game and 1-2-1 in the second... It's the Sens second back-to-back this season after winning the first game but dropping the back end earlier in the month... The Flyers play a league high 17 back-to-backs this season (tied with Pittsburgh), while the Sens play 14 back-to-backs.
5. PLAYERS TO WATCH
FLYERS (LW: #23 - Oskar Lindblom)
Lindblom comes into tonight with points in four straight road games, posting five points (3g-2a)... He leads the team in goals on the road (6) and tied in points (8) away from Philadelphia... Overall, he remains tied for the team lead with eight goals and second in points (14)... He went scoreless last game, but has only gone without a point two straight games once this season (Oct. 26-27).
SENATORS (C: #44 - Jean-Gabriel Pageau)
Not only does he lead the Sens in both goals (11) and in overall points (15), he leads all players in the NHL with a plus-minus rating of +19... The Ottawa native has already eclipsed his point total from last season in 18 games (39gp: 4g-8a, 12pts)... The Sens have six of their seven wins and have a 6-1-1 mark when he scores a goal.


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09/12/2017 - SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC4 News) While Hurricane Irma has been downgraded to a tropical storm, it continues to wreak havoc along the southeastern part of the U.S.
The storm has killed at least 11 people, produced massive flooding and has caused over 8 million people to be without power in five different states, with over 6 million in just Florida alone. To talk about those outages and what they're doing to help, Tiffany Erickson from Rocky Mountain Power joined Good Morning Utah with Emily Clark.
Rocky Mountain Power is sending a team to Georgia to help with Hurricane Irma and the expected electricity outages. Local crews are assembling now from Cedar City, Moab, Price, American Fork, Ogden, Layton, Jordan Valley, SL Metro, Rexburg and Shelley.
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The next Night Vision Awards ceremony will take place at the 2017 Airborne Law Enforcement Association Expo (ALEA) in Reno, Nev., following a decision by the awards committee to move to a biennial format. The ceremony honors various departments and organizations for their accomplishments using night-vision-goggle equipment.
Nominations will open in January 2017, ahead of the ALEA show, which runs from July 23 to 28. This year, the ALEA event is being held in Savannah, Ga., from July 18 to 23 and in 2018, it will come to Louisville, Ky. (July 9 to 14).
“We look forward to hosting a bigger event with more awards with the new format,” said Night Vision Award emcee Scott Emerine. “We have received numerous nominations over the past five years and have been able to recognize many great law enforcement, emergency medical services, along with search-and-rescue operations from around the world. We expect the next award show to be full of worthy recipients who help keep the world safer through the use of night-vision goggles and equipment.”


Councillors consider bid to demolish ex-coach factory
Mount Alexander councillors are weighing up whether to stop the demolition of Castlemaine's historic former coach factory.
The council has received an application from the owner of the site on Forest Street to demolish some of the buildings there.
Most recently it was a motor dealership but in a report to tomorrow night's shire meeting, councillors are told the site was once home to a coach factory, dating back to the 1880s.
Shire staff say most other examples of 19th century building fabric in the area have been demolished.
They have recommended councillors ask for an interim heritage order so the site can be preserved.
Meanwhile, the shire will also decide whether to award a contract to repair the Castlemaine Town Hall's roof.


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Ludwig's angina is an infection under the tongue at the bottom of the mouth, which can become quite serious if it is not given the proper treatment. It is most often caused by failure to treat infected teeth in the mouth. Bacteria can spread to the tissue under the tongue, as a result. Alternately, this area of the mouth can become infected if an injury occurs in the mouth and is not treated with antibiotics.
The biggest danger with Ludwig's angina is that the affected tissues will begin to swell and cause the airway to be obscured. This can mean that breathing becomes inhibited quickly. Other symptoms that are noted with Ludwig's angina include excessive drooling, noted swelling and/or redness around the neck, pain in the neck, and earache. People may have a fever and some appeared to be confused or have rapid mood changes. Infection can also cause flulike symptoms, and in particular people may feel weak, tired, or be very sleepy. Before swelling blocks the airway, people usually do feel that breathing is more challenging and they may struggle to get air.
Caught in very early stages, the only treatment that might be required is antibiotics to treat the infection, with follow-up to treat any dental problems that may be present. Some people will need much greater intervention if swelling in the airway is so pronounced that breathing is labored or inhibited. There are several potential choices for airway support. A person might require intubation, breathing tube in the throat via the mouth, or might need some oxygen support with a mask or through the nose. In very severe cases, tracheotomy is required because swelling is too great to intubate or allow passage of air from mouth or nose to the lungs; tracheotomy is typically a treatment of last resort, and is usually removed once the infection is cleared.
Prevention of Ludwig's angina isn’t always possible. It does seem more common in people who have serious illnesses like diabetes or HIV. Getting proper dental care may help minimize risk, since it is most often due to abscess or tooth infection. Regular dental cleanings and exams may thus prove the best preventative.
Some people may wonder why Ludwig's angina is so named, since angina is typically associated with pain in the chest. Angina can also mean to squeeze or to strangle. In the case of this illness, continued swelling can literally strangle the patient, cutting off all air. Those who suspect they have this illness should definitely see a doctor right away.

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The Selectmen on Tuesday rejected a letter request to stop plowing and maintaining private roads. The letter from a citizen had asked that the Department of Public Works end its maintenance of the privately held lanes until the issue could be placed for a vote on a town meeting warrant. But Chairman Paul Astorino said the plowing and minor maintenance will continue unless town meeting votes against it. Read the article…………..
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Your combination of clinical practice and research interests must make you pretty unique? Everybody told me that I couldn't possibly train as a psychiatrist and set up my own lab at the same time.
I ignored them and started to research post-mortem brains of people with different psychiatric disorders. At the time, I was also doing 56 hours of clinical work a week, including a night on call. It was a very busy time but I had a lot of support from the head of department who gave me one day a week to focus on my research.
The Stanley Institute continued to fund my research on post-mortem brains. But after a couple of years, they said: "Sabine, it's nice that you are doing this work and you are coming up with lots of interesting findings, but we would prefer it if you could research something which is more directly relevant to helping patients."
From my clinical work, I could see how long it was taking for patients to get a diagnosis, something that is still largely arrived at by asking questions. Psychiatric evaluation is not an objective process and it can take a very long time for people to get the right diagnosis. I wanted to look for biological evidence of brain abnormalities which could provide an instant answer and get patients on the right pathway straightaway.
We found changes in the cerebral spinal fluid, and based on these findings I was funded to look for biomarkers for certain psychiatric conditions - particularly schizophrenia - with the hope of being able to develop early diagnostic tests.
When did you start to think about founding a company? I began to explore the idea when we started to get positive results. I talked to Cambridge Enterprise but didn't have any business experience and no real idea of how to go about it.
At around the same time, I made the decision to move my lab from Babraham and, with the support of the University, moved into what was then the Institute of Biotechnology (which has since merged with the Department of Chemical Engineering).
It was there I met Professor Chris Lowe who has been the driving force behind many Cambridge spinouts. He became the co-founder of Psynova and more or less took me by the hand and put me in touch with all the right people.
We got some grant money from the University to undertake a proof of concept study, followed by seed funding and then venture capital. And within five years we had some nice results.
Eventually we were acquired by Myriad Genetics, a NASDAQ-listed company. We did release a diagnostic blood test for schizophrenia, but unfortunately it has not survived into wider clinical application.
So it was a success in terms of entrepreneurship and having an exit, but it was a big disappointment that we weren't able to develop something which ultimately helps patients.
But you didn't give up on the idea? No. I began to think about the limitations of the Psynova approach. The blood had to be collected from the vein, spun down and then shipped on dry ice. This cost a lot of money and the platform that we used was also very expensive. So each test cost $2,600 which is just too much to roll out widely for any healthcare provider - even a private one.
I wondered, instead, if it would be possible to identify biomarkers in dried blood spots which could be collected by the patients themselves and mailed in an envelope.
I went to see Cambridge Enterprise again and asked if they thought it would be worth starting another company to develop this new technology. They did.
However, the problem with biomarkers is even if they are highly sensitive, they produce high false positive and negative rates. But if you enrich that data with symptoms, you will get much more accurate results.
In conjunction with the dried bloodspots, therefore, we developed a digital platform which emulated a full psychiatric assessment, asking patients about their psychiatric history and personal circumstances.
Cambridge Enterprise gave us some seed funding to support a large-scale trial in collaboration with my lab. 1,300 people sent us their dried blood spots and completed the online assessment.
The results took us completely by surprise: the digital platform significantly outperformed the biomarkers. We decided to pivot and focus on the digital diagnosis instead.
Then COVID came along and our plans were delayed by a year to 18 months. But we are very fortunate that our investors have stood by us. They understood that we were operating in difficult circumstances and gave us more money and new investors came on board.
Where is Pysomics now? We have launched our digital diagnostic platform, called Censeo. It is currently being used in two NHS trusts and we have our first paying customer - which is a major milestone.

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94.7 The WAVE proudly celebrates Black History Month and is pleased to honor Mark Ridley Thomas.
First elected to public office in 1991, Mark Ridley Thomas has always wanted to serve people. He is a graduate of Manual Arts High School and Immaculate Heart College and he earned his masters from USC. After five-years as a high school teacher, he wanted to find better ways to improve education, so he switched his career to politics where he could make a bigger impact in education.
This L.A. native has served on the L.A. City Council, in the California State Assembly, and made history by becoming the first African American man to chair the Board of Supervisors.
The city of L.A thanks Mark Ridley Thomas for decades of service to our community.
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