From re-lamping, to ballast bypass and fixture retrofits, we install all types of LEDs, lamps, and fixtures. What we install depends upon the client's budget, the available incentive, what triggers Title 24 (California Building Code) and the environment in which the retrofit will be located.
LED lamps and fixtures are not created equal. There are significant differences in the characteristics of LEDs including the wattage, lumen output (lumens/wattage), color temperature (kelvin), warranty, and the type of driver vs. ballast that powers the LED.
Through extensive experience, we have learned which characteristics work best in a given setting and how to provide energy savings while cultivating a productive environment. LEDs offer better illumination and rapid energy savings, especially in areas that require round-the-clock illumination, like parking garages.
An LED retrofit should be a no-brainer in any building not currently espousing these energy-efficient bulbs. Perhaps the easiest and most cost-effective first step in creating an efficient environment, LEDs can save more than 50% of the lighting load in a given building. Lighting loads can account for 40% of a building’s total energy consumption. By saving 50% of that 40%, a building can recover 20% of its total energy spend.
Other Approaches to Energy Efficiency:
We pride ourselves on providing simple tools to seamlessly implement energy-efficient systems. HVAC control, for instance, is an area where we’ve streamlined both energy efficiency and access to operational information. A friendly energy-monitoring dashboard used in conjunction with easily-installed, automated workflows puts the HVAC control hub in the palm of your hand.
Internet Enabled Thermostats
For several years now, we have been installing Internet Enabled Thermostats in properties across Southern California. Designed to be familiar and foolproof, these thermostats get programed and managed via the above-mentioned dashboard, allowing immediate control and management of a building’s entire system. With features including humidity and CO2 monitoring, these thermostats go above and beyond traditional HVAC management methods. And with the dashboard providing such accessible and comprehensive intel into a building, temperature problems are easier to identify and mitigate.
Air Supply Temperature Probes
Installing an air supply temperature probe allows operators to simply consult their dashboard to determine whether or not the HVAC unit is actually cooling the building.
Most commonly, a tenant will call to communicate concerns about the inside temperature. This feature makes temperature problems immediately identifiable and solvable – minimizing discomfort and energy waste.
The HVAC control systems we design help answer questions while saving energy.
Economizers provide free fresh airflow into a building when it’s cooler outside than inside. Utilizing economizers can save 25%+ on HVAC energy costs when working properly. More often than not, however, economizers have never been opened or remain stuck closed. No one could know this because no information on economizer functionality is readily available. By instituting a web-enabled economizer controller, building operators now have the power to control and troubleshoot a building’s economizer functionality all from their handy dashboard.
Identifying energy loads that shouldn’t be on allows for energy savings. We recommend a cloud-based energy monitoring system that offers remote equipment management. Using our innovative sensors and wireless building controls provides real-time power monitoring for small and medium-size commercial buildings.
Having this visibility results in:
- Savings: Lower costs on HVAC and lighting load run-times.
- Tenant comfort: reduces heating and cooling complaints.
- Facility value: Higher operating income.
- Reduced equipment maintenance: Reduced operation of system run-times prolongs equipment health and lifespan.
- Peak kW Management: With automated notifications delivered from your remote monitoring system, you can manage and respond to peak kW demand. Peak kW occurs when all energy systems in a building are simultaneously active. Utilities charge for peak demand after 15 minutes of consistent usage. Our monitoring system provides automatic, specific load shedding to reduce kW demand and cost.
We provide solutions to lower energy costs that also increase the valuation of your facility due to higher Net Operating Income.


Often times motorcycle owners are told to only use original equipment manufacturers oil or this will "VOID" the motorcyclist warranty. Dealers and OEM manufacturers should be aware of a federal law (Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act) that prohibits any manufacturer from limiting which lubricants can be uses - as long as the oil and lubricants meet or exceed the OEM's recommended specifications for the products suggested. Lucas Oil does meet or exceed every motorcycle oil manufacturer's specs.
Based on the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, if a dealer or manufacturer insists that you will void your warranty if you use another company's oil they will have to provide you with their oil free of charge.
"No warrantor of a consumer product may condition his written or implied warranty of such product on the consumer's using, in connection with such product, any article or service (other than article or service provided without charge under the terms of the warranty) which is identified by brand, trade, or corporate name;..."
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Thinai rich in nutrients is a good choice for us to us in our cooking. i happened to see Thinai Maavu in our local store few months before and i bought it .i was prolonging to use that. As Deepavali is nearing i thought of trying new recipes and posting ahead . This sweet came out well and is tasty too. Adding to the popularity of using millets more in our life this sweet has an added advantage of Jaggery in it . i will be trying more of jaggery based sweets in my recipes soon.
- Thinai maavu -1 cup
- Powdered Jaggery- 3/4 cup
- Ghee – 4 to 5 tsp
- Cashew – 4 to 5
- Cardamom powder -1 /2 tsp
- Measure and keep the ingredients ready.
- Mix the jaggery, cardamom and flour together.
- In a small pan add ghee and roast the cashew till golden brown.
- Quickly pour the ghee with cashew in the flour mixture and mix well.
- You should be able to gather the flour together.
- Make small balls out of it and tighten them .
- Store in air tight containers.

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I have confirmed that 3-year-old Wildly Quiet is dead after breaking down in the 10th yesterday at Sunland. She was trained by Carlos Gonzalez and owned by Armando Jaquez. In all, Wildly Quiet was put to the whip three times. Her two priors:
November 15 at Zia – last, 42+ lengths back
December 27 at Sunland – last, 32+ lengths back
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A digital data space is a secure, on line platform that enables companies to maintain and promote confidential data with a select group of people. It can used in many industries, from life savoir and technology to financial services, manufacturing and more.
Due diligence in mergers and acquisitions
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Corporations must be assessed by external auditors and government bodies. When this occurs, command teams should have a way to furnish these outsiders with gain access to to company records while maintaining privacy.
Board gatherings and other critical events are often times performed remotely, hence the ability to safely share important documents with remote mother board members is very important. A reliable online data room allows the secure sharing of critical organization documents and other files instantly.
M&A and other business deals
VDRs are used in all types of high-stakes business transactions, including mergers and purchases, private equity finance and venture capital, fundraising, joint ventures, and even more. Choosing the right VDR is crucial to completing these high-stakes business trades efficiently and successfully.


95% of all cyber security breaches occur due to human error, which is avoidable.
Companies hit a pause and spend precious time and money resolving data breaches. Also, you could be on the hook for legal fees depending on the data compromised. Victims could also request compensation resulting in revenue loss for your organization.
Don’t assume that your small business is safe; these enterprises are the worst hit. But, identifying and avoiding IT security mistakes will protect your company from cybercriminals. You’ll also be better prepared in case of a security threat.
You’ll keep your business safe if you can avoid these security mistakes.
Lack of Spyware Scanners and Antivirus Software
Computers aren’t designed to be connected to the Internet without defensive software. Firms without protective software risk picking up viruses or being targeted by malware that can remain undetected.
Antivirus software operates by checking your files and programs against a database of malware. Since hackers are developing new viruses, antivirus software scans your system for new threats. When it finds a virus in a file, the software quarantines it, marks it for deletion, and makes it inaccessible.
Before you connect an ethernet cable to your computer, use defensive software.
These programs prevent hackers from installing malware on your devices. Malicious software damage business data and may make it available to unauthorized parties.
Delayed Software Updates
Installing spyware scanners and antivirus software isn’t enough. Defensive software can’t improve IT security if they’re obsolete since cyber threats evolve.
Regular software updates keep your mobile devices, computers, and tablets safe. Thus, making it hard for hackers to infect your network.
Also, if your business uses point-of-sale systems, consolidate security patches every time. Patches are updates that enhance security features within a program.
As things on the Internet change, so do cybercrime tactics. So, security patches address any security vulnerabilities to avoid breaches.
The sooner you get patches, the more you’ll feel confident about your systems. You can get patches from software vendors.
Inadequate Password Management
Poor password management also exposes many businesses to cyber threats. Yet so many businesses make mistakes in this area. You’d assume that your password-protected devices are safe, but they are vulnerable if you don’t manage the passwords.
Hacking into a business email account doesn’t need mastering skills. Hackers can break into accounts with weak passwords.
Here are common mistakes you could be making when it comes to password management:
Since passwords are easy to forget, most people use simple passwords. But this makes your business vulnerable to attacks if hackers use brute-force tactics.
Avoid creating passwords based on information that hackers can find. For instance, don’t use your pet’s or children’s names.
Same Passwords, Multiple Applications
Sometimes you might pick one password and use it on many applications. But this endangers your systems and business data if hackers get your password. Use different passwords on various applications.
Using the same passwords for many years is a security risk! Instead, for critical business information, change passwords every three months. Improving IT security in your firm also demands you protect data from the previous staff. Change passwords when employees leave to prevent them from accessing business information.
Passwords on Sticky Notes
Yes, those yellow notepads with a gluey top can undo detailed security measures. You’ll often find sticky notes with passwords that everyone can see. This is risky because anyone can get hold of them.
Don’t write your passwords on notepads.
Use of Single-Factor Authentication
Although strong passwords can improve security, hackers can still find your information. For example, they can use phishing attacks to get login information from system users.
How do you ensure your systems and devices are well-secured? Multi-factor authentication is effective for protecting your company from common cyber threats.
It prevents hackers from compromising your accounts by creating many security layers. Users must present more than a password to access the system. Thus, even if they have passwords, they’re of no use to them.
Set forth a need to use multi-factor authentication for your staff and customers. You could use passwords or pins, fingerprint or facial recognition, or smartphones.
Not Using VPNs
A VPN is another basic IT security tool your business shouldn’t lack. VPNs protect your data by masking your IP address and making data traffic anonymous.
Many hackers attack people connected to free WI-FI hotspots without a secured connection. They scan unsecured traffic for passwords, usernames, and other personal information. So, hiding your IP address is important since hackers are looking for loopholes in your network.
VPNs are effective and worthwhile. Use VPN to improve the security of your servers because an open connection to a network lead to a data breach. Your employees must also avoid using free WI-FI without a VPN.
No Data Back up
Although firewalls and VPNs are effective IT security practices, you should back up business data. Unfortunately, with the rising online crimes, you could overlook physical threats like fires.
A flood, fire, or another disaster can wipe out all your data. And if you don’t have several backups, recovering lost or damaged data can be impossible. Besides, simple theft of hard drives can also lead to significant data loss.
It’s more difficult to re-create a crippled system than create a good backup. Besides, damaged files resulting from human error or equipment failure cause system downtime. Thus, making you miss on-time delivery.
But your firm will easily get back online when there’s an incident, and you have a copy of your business data. Back up business information regularly and store it in different formats (tape, disk, or cloud).
Not Encrypting Data
Encrypting data, like data backup, protects critical business information. Also, data encryption is a good final defense if hackers get your data since they can’t read it.
Encrypt data in transit (moving between endpoints) and at rest (in databases). Encryption will save your organization from paying large fines if your consumer data is jeopardized.
Undertraining or Not Training Staff
You’re wrong if you think having software is enough to protect business data. Unfortunately, most companies have untrained or undertrained staff in cybersecurity awareness.
Did you know 1 in 99 emails is a phishing attack? And phishing attacks will escalate, so if this doesn’t scare you, we don’t know what does.
A phishing attack involves messages designed to appear authentic and lure people into entering their data. Your business system has several users who can be victims of these criminals.
So, training system users about cybersecurity tools and cyber threats is essential. That way, your customers and employees will learn to spot and handle phishing emails and who to report to when they receive them.
Users need to know what cyber threats could affect the firm. Uneducated staff will fall for phishing and lose personal information without their permission.
Not Tracking Network Traffic
Failure to limit the amount of outgoing internet traffic exposes your network to cybercriminals. With about 2,200 cyberattacks daily, one effective way to stay ahead in the game is to track network traffic.
Limiting traffic ensures that your staff uses trusted internet spaces to access the company’s system. It also ensures nothing shady crawls into your network. Also, every employee will remain productive.
Use tools to view your IT ecosystem and allow your team to find new threats better.
Assuming an Attack is Impossible
Don’t assume that since you aren’t a large enterprise, hackers can’t attack you. Online criminals target small businesses because most of them have let their guards down.
Investing in elaborate security strategies is vital for all businesses, big or small. You’ll start to notice some weaknesses in your system and resolve them before becoming a cybercrime victim.
Also, having a dependable system will save your business money and help you earn your customers’ trust. You’ll also be ready in case of an attack rather than your operations pausing.
Lack of Preparation
Now that you’ve accepted that you are not immune to cybercrimes, you need a plan that shows how to deal with an attack. The plan outlines processes and policies to mitigate the impact of a cyberattack.
System users must also know how to respond in the event of a data breach. Threats are unpredictable, and being 100% prepared for an attack is impossible. But a mitigation plan will help your firm do as much as possible to prepare and move quickly to resolve any issues.
Creating a plan will enable you to keep your business running and know what cybersecurity agencies to contact when an attack occurs. Consequently, you’ll stay calm and handle the situation.
Not Asking for Help
Assigning one person to manage cybersecurity is a common mistake. It relates to undermining the threat hackers have on your company.
Creating a solid security plan alone is impractical unless you’re an expert, and this is your main role. Even if you buy expensive software, you need an effective plan to identify security risks.
To secure your business data, outsource managed IT services to professionals. These service providers have enough resources and experience to create a thorough security plan. Also, small businesses could use professionals instead of putting together an IT team like huge firms.
Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, so use professional assistance to stay ahead of the game. They’ll adapt and ensure your business runs without downtime.
Using Outdated Equipment
Don’t kid yourself into thinking you can survive with obsolete tech that is still ‘working.’ New equipment is about safety and staying current rather than the latest functionality.
Outdated software and equipment are a big security problem. This is because manufacturers can’t offer security patches and updates for these products.
Having these systems jeopardizes your security and voids your security measures’ effectiveness. Instead, use the published lifecycle information to plan and budget for upgrades. You can lease if the budget doesn’t allow for new purchases.
Not Investing in Monitoring Services
Small companies use systems with flaws making them susceptible to hackers since they have useful data. So, many businesses trust technology rather than invest in monitoring services. They end up paying a hefty price for this.
Endpoint management software helps to check all devices to ensure software updates. People believe that using antivirus and endpoint management is enough to prevent an intrusion.
Another misperception is that newer software improves security. Thus, companies focus on the latest solutions and overlook the role of skills in IT security.
Human monitoring is critical, but dedicating resources to avoid threats is expensive. So, invest in professional monitoring services to check, analyze, and respond to threats.
Lack of Proper Instruction
Security measures are the most effective when everyone knows how the system works. Give employees an overview of the security measures and what they should do to avoid and handle security breaches.
Outsource IT professional services to create effective cybersecurity awareness training. Creating awareness helps employees understand the significance of potential threats.
Avoid These IT Security Mistakes
Cyberattacks remain a huge threat to all businesses. And while you may not control whether criminals target your firm, you can enhance IT security.
As cybercrime tactics become more sophisticated, so do the solutions. So, cut the chase and work with IT professionals or create an IT security team.
There are plenty of ways to protect data, even if threats are evolving. Update your systems and invest in employee training and defensive software to prevent cyber-attacks.
If you enjoyed reading this IT security Mistakes guide, check out some of our other posts for more information


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The Chevrolet C15 is a pickup truck model that was part of the Chevrolet C/K series of trucks produced from the 1960s to the 1990s. It was a versatile and capable truck known for its ruggedness and reliability.
The C15 was designed for both work and recreational purposes, offering a combination of durability and comfort. It featured a robust body-on-frame construction that provided strength and stability, making it suitable for heavy-duty tasks. With its strong frame and suspension system, the C15 could handle various terrains and towing needs.
Under the hood, the C15 came with a range of engine options, including inline-six and V8 engines. These engines provided ample power and torque for hauling and towing purposes. Depending on the specific model and year, the C15 could offer different levels of performance and fuel efficiency.
The interior of the C15 was designed with both functionality and comfort in mind. It featured a spacious cabin with seating for up to three passengers, providing ample legroom and headroom. The dashboard layout was straightforward and user-friendly, with easily accessible controls and gauges. Depending on the trim level and options, the C15 could be equipped with various convenience features and creature comforts.
The C15 also offered different bed lengths and configurations, allowing for customization based on specific needs. It had a robust cargo bed capable of carrying heavy loads and providing ample space for hauling equipment, supplies, or recreational gear.
In terms of styling, the C15 featured a classic truck design with a bold and distinctive appearance. Its squared-off body and strong lines gave it a timeless and rugged look that has remained popular among truck enthusiasts.
Overall, the Chevrolet C15 was a reliable and capable truck that offered both utility and comfort. Its strong build quality, powerful engines, and versatile features made it a popular choice for both work and personal use. Today, the C15 continues to be appreciated by truck enthusiasts and collectors for its classic design and enduring performance.


Revelatory, principled and entertaining, this enjoyable book explains why so few of our restaurants are excellent and so many are mediocre. (Christopher Hirst The Independent
[Simon Wright] has captured the authentic stench of the top flight kitchen ... a delicious tale. (Jay Rayner Observer
Enough kitchen gossip to satisfy the most prurient foodie. (Aileen Reid Sunday Telegraph
About the Author
Simon Wright was editor of the AA Restaurant Guide until July 2002 when he resigned in protest because of the celebrated row over the rating of Petrus restaurant in London. He now works as a restaurant consultant for Optimum television, a freelance food writer and is a partner in Y Polyn, a pub restaurant near his home in Camarthen, West Wales, where he can be found behind the bar and sometimes in front of it, but is rarely spotted in the kitchen.


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Hello all, i am having Allegro pcb editor 15.2. i want to swap the pins of an ic or resistor but when i click over pin it says "pin not swapable swap code is zero" i don't know where to add this swap code and make any pin wsapable the online documentation is not sufficient to understand so pls tell me the simple steps to follow and make pin swapable. pls do reply allen
The swap must be define in you schematic or netlist. What id your entry?(concept, orcad capture, netlist,...)
where to define this swap code in capture pls explain in details currently it is giving error as "swap code is zero"
This is done in the schematic part symbol editor (i.e.OrCad). 1.Bring up the part for editing (usually from within the library). 2.Select "Pacakge" from the "view" menu. 3.Select "Properties" from the "edit" menu. 4. The column labeled "pin group" is actually the pin swap id. Use numbers from "1" up. Pins with the same number will we swappable with eachother. On homogenous multipart parts like a quad AND gate, the two AND inputs of all four gates will be 1, as each gate is a separate part. The help files sort of cover this. Look in the capture help index for "pin swapping for allegro"
It is documented in help: search pin_group
ok cool got it. i tried with help file searching pin swap but didn't got any thing but the procedure you given worked...! thanks

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New Delhi: In the latest promo of Bigg Boss 15, Salman Khan was seen blasting Ritesh for his disrespectful behaviour towards his wife Rakhi Sawant in the reality TV show. Salman schooled Ritesh and warned him to stop mistreating Rakhi or ‘it won’t be good for him’.
The Dabbang actor also asked Rakhi why she’s tolerating Ritesh’s behaviour as considering her illustrious career in Bollywood, she doesn’t need to lower her standards for Ritesh.
He said, “Bade bade log apni patniyo se aise baat nahi karte jaise aap kar rahe ho. Tameez hai? Kyu bardaash kar rahe ho? Tum Rakhi Sawant ho yaar. Arey aapko jaanta kaun tha yaar? Kya fayda yaar tumhari education ka. Rakhi se aise badtameeze se baat ki toh accha nahi hoga (Big shots also don’t talk to their wives like how you do. Do you have manners? (Rakhi) why are you tolerating this? You are Rakhi Sawant. Who knew (Ritesh) before this? What is the point of your (Ritesh’s) education? If you continue misbehaving with Rakhi Sawant it won’t be good for you.)
Take a look at the promo:
In the previous episode of BB 15, Rakhi Sawant and Ritesh got into a fight, yet again. Ritesh told Rakhi that she shouldn’t become his headache and left the conversation mid-way.
Rakhi felt that Ritesh hardly speaks to her or spends any time with her.
Rakhi later discussed the issue with Tejaswwi that Ritesh never showed any interest in her and instead loves to sit with Devoleena for hours. When Teja asked how Rakhi fell in love with Ritesh, Rakhi said that they were never in love and it was a sort of agreement.
Bigg Boss 15 hosted by Salman Khan is nearing the finale and fans are eager to know the top 5 contestants who will fight for the winning trophy.


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After taking Saint Peter's on a wild Cinderella ride, Shaheen Holloway is going back home. On Wednesday, the Seton Hall alum was announced as the program's next men's basketball coach.
"Holloway Home!" the Pirates official handle tweeted. "Welcome back to South Orange, [Shaheen Holloway]!"
College hoops fans reacted to the news of Holloway's hiring on Twitter.
"And there it is!" one account said.
"He’s back," a Big East comm assistant replied. "A slam dunk hire in South Orange."
"Welcome home Coach!" the team's managers tweeted at Shaheen Holloway.
"We got him," a Seton Hall fan tweeted.
"I got happy tears man I can’t lie."
"Exciting news!" said broadcaster Kim Adams.
"The Big East is really going to have quite the cast of coaches next season," commented another broadcaster. Adding, "Great hire for Seton Hall."
Seton Hall alum and former NBA player Isaiah Whitehead also reacted to the Shaheen Holloway hiring.
"Welcome Home [Shaheen Holloway]! Excited to get to work with you," tweeted Seton Hall softball coach Angie Churchill.
"Welcome home coach," added another. "Let’s go Pirates."
"As expected since Kevin Willard left for Maryland, Seton Hall officially announces the hiring of Shaheen Holloway," tweeted ESPN's Jeff Borzello.
A new era in South Orange.

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‘ There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics .’ – Benjamin Disraeli
After the RBI’s latest revelations — of 99 per cent of the extinguished currency having returned to the banks — media pundits and economists have wasted no time in saying that efforts to obliterate black money have failed. However, the question that really needs to be asked goes beyond the economic merits of DeMo. It lies in the realm of ethics. Even if we concede that demonetisation did have some positive effects (arguably raising the level of tax compliance), can that justify the enormous pain it inflicted on those who are not responsible for the black economy? Couldn’t it have achieved its goal of smoking out black money by inflicting less pain on people?Cost-benefit mindset
Often, the discourse of the state is couched in a cost-benefit mindset. The ‘developmental’ benefits of a dam are seen to offset the displacement of lives and livelihoods of those in its command area. On each such occasion, the state persuades the mainstream to buy into this cost-benefit framework, where pain goes unmeasured. And so this time the spiel was that of the people being urged to make a “sacrifice” in the larger interests of the nation. Sacrifice is associated with far more onerous issues — such as winning independence, or saving lives. But here, a ‘war on black money, a surgical strike, had whipped up a surreal, distinctly militaristic fervour.
All this while, we were seeing top-down statism at work: the Centre was non-transparent, the RBI even more so. There were no explanations on offer in Parliament, even after the event, on why demonetisation was the preferred course of action.
When society is herded to accepting that some people will inevitably suffer for the greater common good, it lets the Government off the hook. The victims of demonetisation — those who lost their jobs or lives — have not been compensated. They went from pillar to post, from bank branch to bank branch, from ATM to ATM, from medical shop to medical shop. There were instances of Adivasis in the interiors of Chhattisgarh losing their lives because, stranded with useless currency, they could not reach hospitals on time. The Government displayed insensitivity towards the concerns of a society where a quarter of the population is officially illiterate and a greater number financially so.Cashless economy
According to a June 1, 2016, press release of the finance ministry announcing the setting of India Post Payments Bank: “All citizens, especially 40 per cent of the country’s population that is outside the ambit of formal banking in the country will benefit from this project.” (The RBI annual report is silent on the extent of financial inclusion.) The push for debit cards is predicated on a greater share of the population having active bank accounts — whether Jan Dhan accounts have become active after DeMo is difficult to say.
In this sense, digitisation poses an additional hardship on individuals locked into cash, even if one accepts that it provides a trail for the taxman. Indeed, small self-employed businesses dependent on the cash economy, such as agriculturists, small-time retailers and contractors, do not seem to have recovered from the impact of the disappearance of cash, and of demand for their services. Underlying the push from cash to card is the subtle criminalisation of all users of cash.
Yet, the RBI annual report claims that the demand for cash has reduced, stabilising at a new normal, at 87 per cent of its pre-demonetisation peak. The Economic Survey seems to take a subtle dig at the RBI here, saying: “Assuming — and this is a critical assumption — that remonetisation has happened fully and that the supply of cash is now fully reflective of demand, then today’s level of cash can be compared with pre-demonetisation levels.” If the RBI has not printed the requisite notes, the demand cannot be said to have fallen.
The virtues of a cashless society are questionable. For one, everybody knows we spend less when we use cash than when use cards. And unlike in countries such as the US or Australia, families in India which tend to be extended and supporting several dependents need to spend less and save more. Therefore, why would the majority want to use plastic money?Shifting the discourse
According to Economic Survey 2016-17 , “...the growth of taxpayers post-demonetisation...amounted to about 5.4 lakh taxpayers or 1 per cent of all individual taxpayers in just a few months. The addition to the reported taxable income (of these new payers) was about ₹10,600 crore”. While this might be true, the question is whether it is more than a drop in the ocean. How DeMo has played out for the property sector is uncertain, with the Economic Survey reporting a recovery in prices after an initial blip.
If tax compliance is very important, the erosion of competition with the small sector being pushed to the wall is perhaps even more so. The organised sector was not as hurt by DeMo; this is borne out by the fact that the markets during that period were not unduly affected. However, a slump in jobs, demand and growth, post DeMo, has hit everyone.
DeMo was an assault on the economic rights of ordinary people, with an all-knowing state offering no explanation. At another level, the same imperious tendency was in evidence when the attorney-general argued against the right to privacy in the Supreme Court saying that for the poor it was not relevant.
An alternative approach that attacks the flow of black money would not have lent itself so well to populism and raw state power — it is one that simply entails the tax administration doing its job better. DeMo as a move acknowledges the failure of the tax machinery on the one hand, and yet relies ever more on it after the event.
Coming back to Disraeli: No analysis of anything concerning the human condition will stand scrutiny without taking into consideration the human condition. Which means, to rely on numbers to tell you the story of the economy which is based on transactions conducted by sentient, emotionally-charged human beings and not robots, is to miss the story altogether.

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The head of the Laboratory is Ewa Pęczak, MD.
The laboratory was established at the Department of Neurology, at the initiativeof its first Head of the Department, B. Pająk, MD, and it has been working from the date of opening of the hospital, performing tests for the patients of the hospital departments and neurological clinic.
EEG examination is a non-invasive diagnostic method used to study the brain’s bioelectrical activity using electroencephalograms.
Currently our laboratory has the latest medical equipment, a Video-EEG apparatus by GRASS-TELEFACTOR allowing one-step recording of bioelectrical activity of the brain and the patient’s clinical status. Each of the tests is extended to the ECG and pulse oximeter.
The laboratory performs approximately 400 tests a year and helps in diagnosing epilepsy, loss of consciousness, disturbances of consciousness, and in tracing the dynamics of the adult patient treatment process.
INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS
The laboratory performs tests for:
- Patients of the J. Dietl Specialist Hospital departments in Kraków;
- Patients directed from the Specialist Clinics of the J. Dietl Specialist Hospital in Kraków;
- Patients directed from other health care units that have entered into an appropriate agreement with the Hospital to perform such examinations for their benefit.
EEG laboratory is located in room 303 in the J. Dietl Specialist Hospital in Kraków, at ul. Skarbowa 1.
Registration – telephone number: 12 68 76 324

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Development of Simple Methods for RNA Biomarker Extraction and Detection
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Simple and rapid methods for detecting RNA biomarkers from patient samples are especially desirable in settings with limited access to laboratory resources and trained personnel. The focus of this dissertation is on the development and evaluation of simple methods to extract and quantify RNA biomarkers from patient samples that are suitable for limited resource settings. The format that we developed for processing RNA from complex samples is based on the simple idea that magnetic beads can capture RNA on their surface and be magnetically pulled across processing solution interfaces, or surface tension valves, contained within small diameter tubing without causing the solutions to intermix. The format enables sample processing without pipetting, centrifugation, or other laboratory instrumentation. This self-contained format was demonstrated to function as a simple and effective means to extract RNA or messenger RNA (mRNA) from patient samples. The format has been shown to effectively integrate with simple RNA detection methods, including an optical method called backscattering interferometry (BSI), and an isothermal nucleic acid amplification reaction called quadruplex priming amplification (QPA). This dissertation demonstrates that the self-contained format is an effective platform for the development of a complete diagnostic device with the potential to be implemented in limited resource settings.

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – Happy 199th Birthday, Indiana!
Friday is Statehood Day in the Hoosier State. It’s the 199th anniversary of Indiana becoming the 19th state in the Union.
The Indiana Bicentennial Celebration will be focused in Indianapolis but it will also take place all over the state.
It’s a celebration that takes on special meaning in Corydon, the state’s first capital.
That’s where former First Lady Judy O’Bannon took us on a tour of the original state capitol building.
It’s the place where 29 representatives and 10 senators first met to declare statehood in 1816. Corydon was the state capitol from 1816 to 1825 when the capital was moved to Indianapolis.
“We walk by it every day going to school, going to the grocery store,” she said, “it just sort of melts into you that you’re part of history.”
There’s now a statue of the late governor Frank O’Bannon, Judy’s first husband and a Corydon native, just down the walk.
There’s work underway to preserve the trunk of the tree that became known as the Constitution Elm.
Lawmakers worked under it to write the state’s first constitution.
“Government’s a good thing,” said Mrs. O’Bann. “Without a coordinating, organizing body you may be well-meaning, but you don’t get as much done as if you all get together.”
“They said, ‘Let’s get organized,’ and that’s what they did here in Corydon,” she said.
There’s a lot of history in Corydon, and for 109 of the state’s 200 years, the O’Bannon family has been recording it.
The Corydon Democrat is a weekly newspaper with an office across the street from the first capitol. Jon O’Bannon is the fourth generation publisher. His wife, Soni, is chief operating officer.
They’re now working on commemorative publications to mark the bicentennial, part of a Corydon celebration that includes two original plays, an art festival, and fireworks.
“We’re looking at putting in a park,” said Jon, “a bicentennial park so more people will come downtown.”
“And you can just feel the energy in downtown Corydon now,” said Soni, “because everyone is wanting to get Pristine in ’16. That’s the tag line for the big campaign.”
Many of the downtown buildings will get new facades with the help of state grants. The town expects many visitors as a result.
“And I think it’s just helped us to realize and appreciate where we come from,” said Soni.
But Judy O’Bannon wants this to be about more than history.
“I don’t want it just to be wearing beards and remembering people that used to hew things with axes,” she said. “I want it to be a thing that says, ‘Where we’re going to be in the future? What are we gonna do because we grew up in this place with this great heritage?’”
She says that’s what the pioneers did when they first gathered in Corydon almost 200 years ago.
Indiana lawmakers formed a bicentennial delegation.
Making up the delegation is Rep. Andre Carson (IN-07), Rep. Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), Rep. Jackie Walorski (IN-02), Rep. Todd Rokita (IN-04), Rep. Luke Messer (IN-06), Rep. Susan Brooks (IN-05), Rep. Larry Bucshon (IN-08), Rep. Peter Visclosky (IN-01), Rep. Todd Young (IN-09).
WISH-TV is your official Bicentennial station. Starting next month, we’ll celebrate the birthday of Indiana every week. Every morning on Daybreak at 8 a.m., we’ll feature a moment in our state’s history. Then every Wednesday at 5 p.m., we’ll feature a historic landmark, a significant event or person in Hoosier history.


It’s been two years since Olivia Rodrigo took the world by storm with her debut album “SOUR.” The album put Rodrigo on the map for pop stardom, and listeners have been eagerly awaiting her follow-up to what some consider a near-perfect debut.
Yet in between the release of “SOUR” and Rodrigo’s follow-up album “GUTS,” the question remained — could Rodrigo catch lightning in a bottle again?
The answer came on Friday — a loud, eager, totally encapsulating, all-resounding “YES.”
For those mainly familiar with Rodrigo’s first album, the star is often associated with stellar bridges, haunting ballads and all the heartbreak, agony and pettiness of being a teenager. Over the summer, she released two singles from “GUTS”: “vampire,” a powerful pop-rock anthem, and “bad idea, right?” a fun, 2000s-esqe track.
Both songs boasted an evolution from “SOUR,” and had people noticing the rock influence bleeding into Rodrigo’s sound as well.
In an interview with Billboard prior to the release of “GUTS,” Rodrigo acknowledged the rock influence present on her sophomore album, stating that she’s “always loved rock music” and “always wanted to find a way that I could make it feel like me, and make it feel feminine and still telling a story and having something to say that’s vulnerable and intimate.”
On “GUTS,” Rodrigo achieves just that.
A remarkable follow-up to the opener of “SOUR” — “brutal,” which is one of her most rock-influenced tracks — “all-american bitch” kicks off the album in what, at first, appears to be a softer guitar ballad and quickly evolves into a chorus of drums and (literal) screams.
Unlike Rodrigo’s first track on “SOUR,” however, “all-american bitch” isn’t alone in its rock and roll sound on “GUTS.” “ballad of a homeschooled girl” and “get him back!” are just two tracks of many on the album that share an edgier sound, which makes sense when you take some of Rodrigo’s musical inspirations — including Rage Against the Machine and Bikini Kill — into consideration.
It would be misleading to label this album with just one genre, though — in fact, it’d be the antithesis of “GUTS.” Though Rodrigo plays with harsher sounds, talk-singing and prominent instrumentals on the record, she still brings with her all the wistful and emotional ballads that first entranced listeners on her debut.
Though tracks such as “making the bed,” “logical” and “the grudge” aren’t necessarily the standouts of this album, the songs best embody Rodrigo’s ability to build power through composition, as well as showcase her songwriting talents.
Lines like “Every good thing has turned into somethin’ I dread / And I’m playin’ the victim so well in my head / But it’s me who’s been makin’ the bed” are few of many that go straight to your heart when listening, and continue Rodrigo’s trend of spotlighting the uglier and less “socially acceptable” emotions everybody feels.
Further than its devastating ballads or punk-infused anthems, “GUTS” is also remarkably tongue-in-cheek. Tracks like “love is embarrassing” feature Rodrigo regretfully looking back on her actions in relationships that didn’t last (“Just watch as I crucify myself / For some weird second string / Loser who's not worth mentioning”) and highlight her vocal experimentation.
On “lacy,” Rodrigo toes the lines between jealousy, infatuation and obsession as she describes “the sweetest torture one could bear,” and on “pretty isn’t pretty” Rodrigo laments demanding and unrealistic beauty standards, stating that no matter what she changes about herself, “pretty isn’t pretty enough anyway.”
Yet it’s the closing song that truly brings the emotional journey threaded through “GUTS” to a close.
The twelfth and final track on the album, “teenage dream” begins with a softer piano melody as Rodrigo questions if her best years are behind her (“Got your whole life ahead of you, you're only nineteen / But I fear that they already got all the best parts of me”) only to crescendo into an electric bridge, where Rodrigo repeats “Yeah, they all say that it gets better / It gets better, but what if I don’t?”
Here, the fear of failure and the future fully come to light in a stunning final track, sealing “GUTS” off on a sadder note, but an authentic one at that.
While this may not be the last listeners will hear from the “GUTS” era (vinyl variants of the album hold four additional songs that Rodrigo may still release on a digital deluxe edition), it’s certainly a good place to start, and Rodrigo has once again proven that she not only has the guts to top her debut, but she can completely spill them as well, doing so with fire, fury and grace.
This article was edited by Zoe Bell, Patricia McGee and Abigail Pritchard. Copy editing done by Isabelle Kravis.


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Maine’s stunning Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is the world’s tallest public bridge and observatory, and one of just four like it in the world (the others are in China, Bangkok and Thailand).
In this episode of the Chasing Maine video series, Roger McCord takes a unique look at this incredible example of design and engineering — built in just 42 months by two Maine construction firms.
“The Amazing, Stupendous (slightly scary) Bridge” includes a trip inside the bridge’s underside tunnel – a feature unseen by most people, and a view usually reserved for inspectors and engineers.
And of course we fly around it with a drone.
Chasing Maine is a video series that explores Maine from a distinct visual perspective. Join veteran Maine journalist and storyteller Roger McCord as he chases the people, places and things that define the unique character of the Pine Tree State. Subscribe to the Chasing Maine playlist on YouTube.

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- Scott Elmquist
Will Daniel, born with Down syndrome, says his life is pretty typical. He's underselling himself.
As a member of the Special Olympics' Global Messenger program, Daniel's delivered speeches to gatherings of chief executives, on television and most recently to a crowd of 10,000 at the opening of the Virginia chapter's summer games in Richmond.
He's also involved with the University of Richmond women's soccer team, served as a member of the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities, works with medical and dental students at Virginia Commonwealth University and, on top of all that, works at Martin's as a courtesy clerk — a position he's held for nine years.
Daniel takes it all in stride. "I'm just a normal person," he says. "I do normal things."
While Daniel appreciates the significance of his work for Special Olympics — he speaks on behalf of participants about the importance of the games and its message of acceptance — his heart is in soccer. He's traveled to see the men's national soccer team play all over the country and in Europe, and has developed friendships with players and coaches.
In Richmond he regularly volunteers during Kickers games, and he's earned a spot as the UR women's soccer team's unofficial manager, attending most practices and games, helping with equipment and occasionally offering coaching advice.
"He'll come up and say, 'Coach, I really think we should shoot more' — and he's right," says the team's head coach, Peter Albright. "He wasn't a high-level player and he doesn't have the standing to be critical, but does have insights and desperately wants us to be successful, and shares in the excitement of our wins and the frustration of our losses."


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LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION
Pater Wildlife Area is located in southwest Ohio, six miles south of Oxford near the village of Reily. Approximately two-thirds of the area is in woods, mostly along Indian Creek, which runs through the middle of the area. The remainder of the area is openland consisting of cropland and meadow fields. 34 acres are leased to the Butler County Metro Parks.
HISTORY AND PURPOSE
Purchasing of land for this wildlife area began in 1948. Management work has included the planting of conifers, protection and improvement of existing woodlands, and maintenance of open fields.
FISH AND WILDLIFE
Smallmouth bass, rock bass, sunfish, carp, and suckers are the principal fish species in Indian Creek. Cottontail rabbit, bobwhite quail, fox squirrel, mourning dove, whitetail deer, woodchuck, raccoon, red and gray foxes, muskrat, mink, skunk, and opossum are the major game and fur species. Wood ducks and an occasional mallard can be found along Indian Creek. A variety of songbirds can be found on the area year-round and many more use the area in the spring and fall during migration.
HUNTING, TRAPPING, AND FISHING
The most frequently hunted species at Pater Wildlife Area are the fox squirrels, whitetail deer, and cottontail rabbits. The wooded hillsides and areas along Indian Creek are the best areas to find fox squirrels and whitetail deer. Brushy edges along the open fields are usually the best areas to hunt for cottontail rabbit. Raccoons and woodchucks are widely distributed and hunting is usually good. Trapping for muskrat and mink along the streams can be productive. The best fishing in Indian Creek is in the deeper pockets of the stream for smallmouth bass and rock bass.
PUBLIC USE FACILITIES
Two parking lots and interior roads provide easy access to the area for hunters and anglers alike.
Further information may be obtained from the Area Manager, Rush Run Wildlife Area, 1989 Northern Road, Somerville, Ohio 45064; telephone (513)726-6795, or from the Wildlife District Five Office, 1076 Old Springfield Pike, Xenia, Ohio 45385; telephone (937)372-9261.
TURN IN A POACHER
Ohio’s TIP, “Turn In a Poacher,” program is helping to curtail poaching throughout the state. TIP is designed to involve the public in reporting wildlife violations. Citizens who observe wildlife violations should call the TIP toll-free hotline, 1-800-POACHER.
Return to list of southwest Ohio wildlife areas.


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Paddleboards are easy to learn and fun for everyone, and we have Glide boards, which are more stable meaning they’re easier to use. Our friendly staff will give you a quick tutorial to make sure your experience is fantastic! Walk, cab, bus, or drive to paddle the best boards on the lake.
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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — There is demand for Uber and Lyft rides in Southern Nevada but not enough drivers on the road. While it frustrates locals and visitors, it is helping bring business back to a certain service.
“It took us like 20-25 minutes to wait for the Uber,” Julia Caesar said.
“We ordered a Lyft and we waited and waited and it was 30 minutes or so and it still didn’t show up,” Andrew Ager said.
Some at the famous Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign noticed problems when ordering a Lyft or Uber — a trend making Caesar and others consider another option.
“We thought about taxis a couple times,” said Caesar, visiting from Chicago. “We had people suggest them to us.”
With locals and visitors having issues with ridesharing services, some taxi cab companies are now seeing a demand in business.
Marino Locascio manages Deluxe Taxi. He has noticed drivers getting more rides, especially during March Madness.
“We’ve been getting a lot of calls due to rideshare not being there for the public,” Locascio said. “The business as a whole has been really good this month and it’s also because the demand just came way up. Tourism is coming back, locals are on the move, it’s just been a great positive vibe.”
But the industry overall continues to struggle meeting pre-pandemic numbers. Data from the Nevada Taxicab Authority shows monthly trips in February down by 65 percent compared to 2020.
“We’re definitely not back to last year’s numbers,” Locascio said. “I mean, but we’re definitely going in the right direction.”
Locascio adds taxi cab companies need drivers now.
Cristen Drummond: “Why haven’t your drivers come back?”
Marino Locascio: “It’s a mix really. Because a lot of them, we couldn’t find them they just disappeared and then there’s a lot of drivers who are still scared.”
8 News Now reached out to Uber and Lyft regarding the lack of drivers. Both companies blame the state of emergency in Nevada pausing surge pricing at the moment, which normally incentivizes drivers.
You can read both companies full statements below:
“We’re seeing big increases in demand for rides, as vaccines roll out and people get ready to start moving again. We are working hard to meet demand, however due to Nevada’s State of Emergency and regulation preventing transportation networking companies from incentivizing drivers through dynamic pricing, there’s an impact on rider experience and driver earnings.”Lyft Spokesperson
“We are excited to see ridership rebounding in Nevada. However, due to the long-term State of Emergency in place in Nevada, state regulation currently prevents rideshare companies from using dynamic pricing to incentivize drivers during periods of high demand. This inadvertently impacts driver earnings and rider reliability.”Uber Spokesperson


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This divisional rivalry is sure to be a physical confrontation between two teams that do not like each other at all. On Halloween night in Pittsburgh, the Ravens played the Steelers extremely tough with Pittsburgh squeaking out a win at the end of the game. When these two teams get together, their records are not as important as the passion with which both franchises attack one another. The Ravens were beaten badly by the Jaguars on Sunday and while their season has seemingly fallen apart, nothing jells a team together quite like a rivalry game.
Injuries continue to deplete both teams -- the Ravens will once again be without Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, and the Steelers will likely turn back to Tommy Maddox at quarterback with Charlie Batch and Ben Roethlisberger out due to injury. If you like physical football, this game will be well worth your time.


Former Gaborone Bonnington North parliamentary hopeful Poloko Pitwane this week endorsed his opponent and Umbrella for Democratic Change president Duma Boko ahead of the next week’s general elections.
This has sparked fears that Pitwane may have been bought out of the Bonnington North constituency contest to make way for Boko. Pitwane confirmed the endorsement in an interview with this publication on Friday afternoon.
After failing to register his name during the official nomination submissions two weeks ago, there have been reports that Pitwane has betrayed his Youth Needs a Voice Movement. A letter that circulated in the media authored by one Martin Saddam Moagi alleged that Pitwane deliberately delayed his official nomination submission which was ultimately rejected. The letter said Pitwane met with certain individuals who wanted to lure him into supporting Boko.
Another source also alleged that the young politician met with some UDC sympathises in a meeting with a prominent Gaborone lawyer at his office to discuss the matter on the eve of the nominations. The source revealed that two meetings were held before the nomination submissions and that Pitwane had been offered P300 000 to buy him out of the parliamentary race. It went on to say even though Pitwane threatened to take IEC to court after failing with the nomination he knew every well that it will not be possible until after the elections.
However, Pitwane dismissed these allegations as baseless and a way of tarnishing his name. He insisted that the Independent Electoral Commission was to blame for the misfortune that befell him saying it was the commission’s tactics that delayed his submissions to see him out of the elections. Pitwane, who sounded emotional, said that he has been sabotaged. He said this is a further ploy to try and put a final nail to his political career. “These allegations are untrue, they are just trying to destroy my political career even before it can start,” he said.
The young politician revealed that after his failed nomination, a lot of politicians approached him to lure him to their parties. He said that he did not and will never approach any political party. “I can confirm I had meetings with different parties even Botswana Congress Party but there has never been an issue of money on the table,” he said.
He said that he knew such allegations will come against him and he was prepared for them. “We have proved many times that the letter that was written was not authentic. All the times they said I met with the people they allege I meant, we proved I was somewhere else. On the said Tuesday I was at a parliamentary candidate debate and on Thursday I was working on my nomination papers,” he said.
The Youth Needs a Voice leader indicated that he made the decision on the endorsement looking at the manifestos of the parties on the youth not money. He explained that BCP’s manifesto talked a little about this issue hence his decision to go with UDC. The endorsement means Pitwane and his supporters will now vote for Boko come October 24, 2014. However he explained that what they have with UDC is just a pact for this general election only.
The freely talking young man said he will be definitely contesting the 2019 general elections. “We are not joining any political party but we are just in a pact right now. In the next coming elections I will be contesting,” he clarified. Pitwane’s endorsements for Boko have boosted the UDC president’s chances of wrestling Bonnington north constituency from the BDP. Pitwane boast of more than 3800 supporters and believe with them he was going to win the constituency. This is exactly what some thought UDC feared for should Pitwane stand for the elections.


Ever puzzled how a quilt is made? The quilt is a sort of bedding sewn collectively in a number of layers. This turns into dense and padded. Sifting is an inventive course of, boring however very satisfying. While you consider stains, you want materials leftovers, needles and threads to hitch the chosen layers to create a quilt. Please be aware that the everyday patches encompass three layers: the higher material (quilt cowl), the insulating materials and the backsheet.
Sifting will be performed manually, both through the use of a stitching machine or a particular, long-winding welding machine. Principally, the quilter's hand or the stitching machine passes the needle and thread on all of the layers after which returns the needle. This process is repeated on your entire desired sieve bundle. Stitches used for stains will be purely purposeful or ornamental and complicated. Continuously used stitches are straight, operating and swinging. The sew used is mainly depending on the aim of the roof and the quilt.
There aren’t any absolute guidelines for making the quilt. Quilters will at all times develop new strategies for a similar duties. Use these directions to begin. In the long term, you possibly can create higher or extra time-saving strategies.
- Be taught the method. Learn quilting patterns to start with. It is a nice technique to begin studying how you can make a quilt. This may assist you realize the strategies and be taught the sifting circumstances. After studying some haircut patterns, each audible chatter will actually make sense.
- Study Materials. Study material properties earlier than you wash or lower tissue. You could first confuse the choice of the tissue. This is among the time-saving and sensible suggestions for quilterers. As quickly as you realize the right tissue, the method of the patches is easy, with out dropping one substance and time.
- Benefit from the colours. As quickly as you enter a tissue retailer, there are lots of shade selections. Keep in mind, there aren’t any guidelines for choosing colours, however a fundamental understanding of the easy shade wheel will make it easier to select the colours and materials of the quilt. In the event you skip the colour wheel, test the colour worth. This displays how darkish or mild the colour is in comparison with the opposite colours. Variations and similarities in shade values work together to find out the form of the quilt.
- Structure. Before you purchase the materials, you should decide the scale of the quilt. First test the usual mattress sizes. There are numerous hairdressing preparations on the web. Resolve whether or not you want intrusion and limits. You could be utilizing a straight edge, a border, a border, or a border print to make it actually distinctive.
- Quilt sandwich and quilt for quilt. Select the battting you wish to use and decide if the quilt is supported. Then begin sifting the quilt. You are able to do this by hand or utilizing a stitching machine.
- Knitting. The ultimate stage of quilting is to stitch the binder to the quilt. Knitting is the material that’s used to cowl the uncooked edges of the quilt. It’s not tough to make a band from any material. The bandage will be narrowed or vast, relying on the look you wish to obtain. It may be made of 1 layer, however two layers make it extra sturdy.
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SJVC Visalia helps Red Nose Day raise funds for needy children
“What’s with the red nose?” everyone asks. “Because sharing a laugh brings people together to help kids who need it most,” is the universal response.
Large and small communities across America are getting on board the Red Nose campaign to bring food, clothing, shelter, medical attention, education and safety to children everywhere who are without those basic protections and living materials.
May 26th was the day established to raise awareness, conduct fundraisers and inspire communities to do whatever they could to contribute to this effort to help children in need everywhere. San Joaquin Valley College’s Visalia campus, led by the American Medical Technologists Student Society (AMTSS) club, eagerly took up this cause.
With food and supplies provided by a local Walgreen’s, SJVC held an All-American Cook-Out where hot dog meals were sold to students, staff and faculty all day long. “A lot of people didn’t know about it (Red Nose Day campaign to help needy children), but just wanted to donate without getting a hot dog,” says Chrystal Cates, Clinical and Administrative Medical Assisting program instructor.
The fundraiser got lots of attention, and all were glad to help it succeed. “Any help that we can give children in poverty and who are in need, I think that we accomplished it,” says Chrystal. “There was lots of participation throughout the day when students were on break from morning, afternoon and evening classes.”
“This was our first year to participate, and we raised $300 to
mail to Red Nose organization,” she concludes.
The Red Nose Day organization’s website offers information about what kinds of services are provided by donations. One dollar will feed a child in a homeless shelter one meal, $5 will provide antibiotics to treat a child with pneumonia, $15 will keep a child safely in a homeless shelter for a week and $35 will give an eye exam and glasses to a child in need.
On May 26th, many celebrities participated in “The Red Nose Day Special” television event that educated the public about the Red Nose campaign, introduced the viewing audience to many children being helped through the organization and asked for donations to support their efforts. Celebrities such as Elton John, Tracy Morgan, Julia Roberts, Ludacris, Kobe Bryant, and Key and Peele appealed to the public to make contributions to the Red Nose campaign.
“We are always participating in different activities to help the community,” says Chrystal. “Our students know that volunteering is helping a much larger goal, so they enjoy doing it. And, from the smiles on their faces, we can tell that they think it’s worth it.”
The AMTSS Club is already planning next year’s Red Nose Day. “We want to try to get other clubs involved and make it bigger for the campus,” says Chrystal.


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THE efforts of the Mountmellick Tidy Towns committee to combat illegal dumping are lauded and they’ve been encouraged to carry out a waste audit.
The Tidy Towns adjudicator stated, “While your efforts to combat illegal dumping are laudable, the waste minimisation category is concerned with encouraging groups to think of innovative ways to minimise production of waste in the completion of Tidy Towns projects.”
“Carrying out a waste audit is also an effective way of raising awareness about waste minimisation and for identifying who is generating waste, what waste is being generated and how it is been disposed of.
“Once this information is known, targeted actions can be identified. Another option for raising awareness would be organising a waste minimisation/home composting seminar with the environmental awareness officer in Laois County Council.”
Mountmellick, with a committee of 26 people, increased its marks from 250 last year to 256 in 2012. The adjudicator says it is impressive to attract such support and added that he enjoyed his visit to see the work of the committee ‘at first hand’ and they are to be commended.
The architecture of the town was described as fascinating with ‘original and interesting buildings around every corner’. O’Connell Square provides an excellent central point for the town and the adjudicator asks, “one wonders if the principal function of this attractive space should be car parking?” The Tidy Towns group are praised for their work with planting, mapping and erecting information boards.
They are also commended for supplying paint. “Well done on your initiative of supplying paint for improving boundary walls – have the recycling centres been considered as a source of supply for the paint? This could provide a low cost alternative as well as reduce the amount of waste going to landfill and other forms of disposal.”
There are few landscaping beds on the approach roads to Mountmellick prompting the adjudicator to ask, “Is this an opportunity to improve the impression given to the visitor?”
The completion of the Mountmellick Wildlife Plan is welcomed and the report added, “One assumes that the information for your story boards (proposed for later on in 2012) has come from this survey. It is also heartening to read that you are working with the Gun Club to produce a video showing wildlife on Mountmellick Bog as this sounds like an exciting project that could help raise awareness of the rich biodiversity in your town.”
The approach roads to Mountmellick, the standard of litter control and tidiness are ‘generally high’ however the adjudicator suggests that some improvements were possible. Instances of poor signage, overgrown landscape beds and some graffiti was also noted on the green substation directly across from Kirwan Park.
The adjudicator was pleased to read in the Mountmellick Action Plan that the town has a number of residents associations working to improve their estates and local areas.


Specialty tool manufacturer General Tools has introduced three new moisture meters that are choc-full of features but cost less than $50.
The company says its ultra-sensitive moisture meters measure the absolute or relative moisture content of wood or a building material, such as drywall, and also can be used to further determine whether a surface is dry enough to be painted or joined.
Able to detect hidden leaks in wood, plaster, and carpet, the products include a pin/pinless moisture meter, MM9, (under $50); a digital pinless moisture meter, MM8, (under $45); and a basic pin-type moisture meter MM7 (under $35).
“Key features of all three include an improved ergonomic handle design that conforms to the user’s hand for a more comfortable user experience,” the company says. “Plus, they all feature a hi-visibility white-on-black screen, providing easier readability from any angle.”
General Tools MM9 moisture meter
MM9 Pin/Pinless Moisture Meter. The versatile MM9 pin/pinless moisture meter gives the user the best of both types of moisture meters, the company says. It can scan large areas of drywall or wood with the pinless pad sensor. Once moisture patches are detected, it conerts between pin and pin and pinless with only the flip of the cap to expose the pin sensors for more exact moisture content readings. A hi-visibility white on black screen provides easier readability from any angle. It is the only moisture meter of its kind available at retail and costs up to 44 percent less than others with the same feature, the company says.
General Tools MM8 moisture meter
MM8 Professional Digital Pinless Moisture Meter with Backlit LCD. The unit is a non-marring, pinless moisture meter that is ideal for woodworkers, contractors, and remodelers. It measures the moisture level of wood and building materials such as drywall and masonry, featuring an easy-to-read LED display for quick readings. With unique settings for different materials, the meter offers a measurement range of 0 to 35 percent for hardwood, 0 to 53 percent for softwood, and relative readings for wallboard and masonry.
General Tools MM7 moisture meter
MM7 Pin-Type Moisture Meter. Using the MM7 pin-type moisture meter users can quickly find the exact moisture content of wood, drywall or other building materials. In damage and restoration situation, it will quickly tell contractors how bad the damage is, and allow them to determine what level of remediation is needed to restore the damaged area. Able to detect a moisture range from 1.5 to 50 percent, the tool is perfect for wood, drywall, and other building materials.
The moisture meters are available at homedepot.com.
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Immigration Project Reacts To Supreme Court Deadlock
The U.S. Supreme Court deadlocked on its consideration whether President Obama has authority to shield millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation.
This leaves unresolved big questions whether states have standing to sue the administration and whether the administration has the authority to issue such broad executive orders.
The decision leaves a lower court ruling standing and has practical consequences for millions of immigrants and their children in the U.S. Jasmine McGee is the Executive Director of the Immigration Project, which serves 85 counties in central and southern Illinois. In this converation with GLT's Charlie Schlenker, McGee says this adds to what what already happening in the immigrant community.


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Brrr! How 'bout the blast of arctic cold?! Anyone see the snow flurries?
I packed last evening for the Bee Beach weekend!!! : ) Geez, I hope I remembered everything...?! I am bringing 2 different jackets to try & make. I packed baby quilt fabrics for the Mike & Amy pinwheel project. I, of course, am bringing some Scott block stuff too! I packed my next BOM (block #8 - yippee!) to begin prepping. Not that I plan on doing ALL this stuff, but I want to have a variety!
I am thankful for my stash... When packing & prepping for this sewing weekend, it was exceedingly convenient to pull fabric from my shelf, thread from my rack, fusibles & interfacings from my basket, & notions from their drawers.
Hey, wasn't that FUN & sweet of Leigh-Anne to offer to host a QM Christmas party?! Jean, I loved your frog legs comment. You're too funny! : ) Is everyone going?! I am!
Is anyone going to our Guild meeting on Monday, 12/11? I will take my miniature to the meeting & perhaps Barb's chatelaine too - for Show 'n Tell. I made 2 of the BOM's for December also. I am kind of liking the Guild BOM thing.
Take care & stay warm. Pull that quilt up to your nose & snuggle in!


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1/2 cup lentils
1/2 cup wild rice
4 big handfuls of kale
1 table spoon dijon
4 shakes hot sauce
2 table spoons balsamic
1 table spoon nutritional yeast
Cook rice and lentils together. Under do them so there is a bit of water in the pot. About 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combine rice & lentils with steamed kale
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Writers: Steve Orlando & Jon Tsuei
Aaron Tse is a veteran of the US Army, finally done with his deployment and adjusting back to civilian life while living at home with his parents. But when his parents are viciously attacked in their own bar, Aaron learns of a family secret—and of a feud that has boiled over and spread across the world to hurt his parents. Now, Aaron must travel to China to confront family he didn’t know he had, in order to get revenge.


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7 Times Prince Harry’s Girlfriend Meghan Markle Slayed Us With Her Style
A princess in the making
13 October 2016
Image credit: Meghan Markle/ Instagram
If you’re as big a fan of the Royal Family as we are then you’ve probably heard that Prince Harry is reportedly head over heels in love with Meghan Markle - the 35-year-old American actress, model and fashion designer who has impressed us as paralegal Rachel Zane in the hit US drama, Suits.
While we feel the pain of losing Harry, we’ve found some solace in the fact that this might-be-the-next-royal-princess has her style game on point.
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These places must see.
Sea Stars in the Maldives, colored rocks in China and the Grand Canyon in the United States — these unique and beautiful places of the world must see.
Portal Buzzfeed rating was unreal beautiful places on our planet where you need to be sure to visit.
Colored rocks Danks Zhangye, China
Unique colored rocks Zhangye dunks are in China, in Gansu Province. Colored rocks consist of red sandstones and conglomerates of mostly Cretaceous. Such formations are a unique type of petrographic geomorphology, existing only here. Colored rocks included in the World Heritage List.
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This extreme ride in the mountains of Ecuador (Baños city). Unique swing over a precipice located at an altitude of 2660 meters above sea level, offering spectacular views of the Andes.


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Everton have backed Roberto Martinez in the transfer market again and he must deliver this season... £13.5m striker Oumar Niasse needs to be an immediate star
- Roberto Martinez splashed £13.5m on Oumar Niasse on deadline day
- Everton have supported Spaniard in a way they never did with David Moyes
- Martinez spent £6.5m on flop Mauro Boselli during his time at Wigan
- A bottom-half finish and nothing from the FA Cup won't do for Everton
- Martinez faces big questions and he must answer them this season
I'm enjoying Lucky Man on Sky 1, James Nesbitt being brilliant again. But Roberto Martinez is playing the role in real life.
Earlier this season I wrote a column for Sportsmail saying the Everton boss had to deliver success in some shape after the board backed him so much last summer.
They turned down millions for John Stones, kept Ross Barkley at the club, agreed a deal for Gerard Deulofeu which offered potentially very little sell-on value to the club, and since the Spaniard arrived they've supported him in a way they never did with David Moyes.
Everton manager Roberto Martinez poses with new £13.5m signing from Lokomotiv Moscow Oumar Niasse
Since the Spaniard arrived, Everton have supported him in a way they never did for David Moyes (above)
Gareth Barry's wages are extremely high for a club like Everton.
They paid £28million for Romelu Lukaku, more than doubling their previous record fee paid. It was a breathtaking sum, but Lukaku has increased his value already.
Martinez has also signed two of the other top-four record signings at Goodison Park. James McCarthy hasn't set the world on fire but has been decent.
And now in this window, the board agreed to let Steven Naismith depart – a player who scored a hat-trick for Everton against Chelsea in the Premier League this season - and spent part of the fee received on Lokomotiv Moscow striker Oumar Niasse.
At £13.5m he needs to be an immediate star.
Lukaku was a no-brainer, but what about Martinez's other strikers – have they been hits?
Lacina Traore, Arouna Kone and Samuel Eto'o have been different types of terrible.
The Everton board allowed Steven Naismith to depart in January despite his hat-trick earlier in the season
Martinez spent £6.5m on Mauro Boselli (left) at Wigan while Samuel Eto'o struggled at Everton
Go back to Wigan and you see big money (by the Latics' standards) spent on Mauro Boselli, utterly useless for Martinez, and a striker I believe was voted Wigan's worst ever signing by the fans.
The £6.5m Boselli didn't score a Premier League goal and was quickly shipped out. This after Martinez said he was born to hit the back of the net and would cause havoc.
'We want him to bring smiles to the fans,' said Martinez. Boselli made them laugh instead of smile, but not in a good way.
Martinez said Boselli had the right qualities to 'make his mark' and he now says Niasse will have a 'massive impact.' Let's see.
After all that backing from the board, Martinez needs a massive end to this season. Another bottom-half finish and nothing from the FA Cup will surely be unacceptable.
My colleague at talkSPORT Jason Cundy describes Martinez as 'Mythenez'. He has yet to be convinced the Everton manager has what it takes to be successful at a club with such expectation in the Premier League.
It may be true that Martinez has until May to prove himself. He's had the money, the backing and he's got some very good players. Has he got the tactical brain? Can he set his team up to defend as well as attack? Will he get his team selection consistently right? Can he change a game with substitutes when necessary?
Big questions, and Martinez needs big answers, or he'll be labelled a big flop.
Martinez must deliver between now and the end of the season or he will be labelled a big flop
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Download Omah Lay – Damn (Remix) ft. 6LACK Mp3 Audio.
Nigerian’s Uber-talented singer and songwriter, Omah Lay drops yet his impressive previously heard record, “Damn”.
On this new remix, he teamed up with American rapper and singer, 6Lack who did great on his verse.
Recall, the song Damn leads his successful project, “Get Layd EP” that drops in July.
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Turkey's prime minister said Saturday the number of migrants crossing into Greece illegally has dropped considerably, as proof that a much criticized migration deal between Turkey and the European Union is working.AhmetEuropean Union Council President Donald Tusk said the EU plans to spend 1 billion euros ($1.1 billion) on projects this summer to improve the lives of Syrian refugees in Turkey and Davutoglu said the bloc has already launched projects worth 187 million euros ($211 million).Human rights groups criticized the trip to what they call a "sanitized" refugee camp – and said EU officials should look further at the tens of thousands of Syrian refugees that are now blocked from entering Turkey.Many have questioned the legality of the March 20 EU-Turkey deal allowing for the deportation of migrants who don't qualify for asylum in Greece back to Turkey.In return for the deal, the EU has earmarked 6 billion euros to Turkey over the next four years to help improve conditions for the 2.7 million Syrian refugees inside Turkey.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) states that suicide is a major public health problem that accounts for approximately 1 million deaths globally every year (1). The Global Burden of Disease (GBD) study in China estimated that self-harm was the ninth leading cause of years of life lost (YLLs) in 1990 and was the thirteenth in 2017 (2). WHO statistics showed that suicide is the second leading cause of death in the group aged 15–29 years old (3).
The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) is a non-governmental organization which dedicated to preventing suicide and suicidal behavior, alleviating its effects, and providing a forum for academics, mental health professionals, crisis workers, volunteers and suicide survivors (4).
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) on September 10 each year aims to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention. Inaugurated in 2003 by the IASP in collaboration with WHO, thousands of individuals and organizations from over 70 countries by 2019 participated in local WSPD seminars, fundraisers, walks, and other activities (4).
The theme for 2020 is “Working Together to Prevent Suicide”, which emphasizes the need for collaboration between community-based organizations and governmental organizations to reduce suicidal behavior.


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What: Teck Resources Limited (TECK -2.58%) stock rose nearly 61% last month. That brings the year-to-date price advance to 214.5%!. As if that weren't impressive enough, since the middle of January the stock has gone up nearly 292%.
So what: Teck is a miner, and it can't control the prices it gets for the commodities it brings out of the ground. What it can control is how much it spends to run its mines. And like its peers, it's been working hard to keep costs down. But at the end of the day, commodity prices are going to be the biggest determinant of Teck's success.
That's why the commodity rally that started in mid-January has taken the shares along for the ride. And it's been generally good news since about Jan. 15 or so, including in April, when copper and zinc, two of the company's main commodities, started higher again after a brief pullback in May.
That said, Teck's steelmaking coal business has remained a weak spot. And while that commodity remains moribund, there are glimmers of hope. For example, Teck noted in its late April earnings release that "the outlook for steelmaking coal prices has improved slightly with the second-quarter benchmark price settling at US$84 per tonne, up from US$81 per tonne in the first quarter of 2016." So perhaps the miner will start hitting on all cylinders pretty soon, which has investors understandably excited after such a long downturn. In fact, the stock rallied roughly 13% between the April 26 earnings release and end of the month.
Adding to the positives, Teck appears to be financially strong enough to pay for a big growth project in the works in the oil space. That was a major concern heading into the oil downturn. This project will give the company a fourth major commodity to help diversify its business further away from coal. And with oil prices solidifying, too, it's starting to look like a better investment than it did at the end of last year.
Now what: If you've watched Teck's truly incredible rally, you shouldn't get drawn in too quickly. The stock was beaten down and has been recovering from historically low prices -- which is why the rally looks so impressive. Yet it's still down nearly 80% over the past five years despite the price upturn.
In fact, the first-quarter earnings release is filled with words like "volatility" and "challenging." There's a reason for that, since commodities are inherently volatile and a few good months don't mean the company's fortunes are permanently on the mend. It's also why Teck again stressed its commitment to reducing costs and right-sizing its business. This may be a good time to take a look at Teck because its business prospects are truly looking better on a fundamental basis, notably its oil investment, but don't jump in here if you can't stomach volatility driven by commodity price fluctuations. You might wind up with an unwelcome surprise.

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The wife of a suspected British jihadist fighter in Syria has been found guilty of funding terrorism.
Amal El-Wahabi, aged 27, arranged to send 20,000 euros in cash to Turkey at the request of husband Aine Davis.
But her friend Nawal Msaad, also 27, who was found with the money stashed in her underwear as she boarded a flight at Heathrow, was cleared of the charges.
ITV News correspondent Juliet Bremner has the full story.
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A brand new fully electric bus made a historic zero emissions journey from Dublin to Cork and back again, stopping just once to recharge on the 500km route.
The Higer AZURE bus, which pulled in on Horgan's Quay in Cork city, it is at the forefront of the industry, it can carry 42 passengers and the company hopes that this model will pave the way for the future of greener public transport in Ireland.
This bus has been specifically designed for the Irish market and landscape, the "smart" bus is able to memorise it's intercity routes and adapt, ensuring that it is an economical to run as possible.
John McEvoy, Chief at the Harris Group, says that this 12m bus is the "commercial transport option city travel has been calling out for."
"This trial today shows the capability of this advanced electric vehicle. It shows that it can easily operate for long periods in a city environment and at the same time be clean, efficient and sustainable," he added.
Though the Harris Group already has several 8m buses in operation this one is the first of its size, and the company is hoping that this new model will signal the future for transport in Ireland.
'Government has been doing a lot of work to encourage the shift away from fossil fuels in Irish transport, and we know that Irish consumers are looking for more eco-conscious and sustainably-focused companies," McEvoy said.