It’s a set of 9 double-sided cardboard tiles that has 72 buildings and over 200 potential NPC interactions for your New Beginnings, Urban Renewal, or Fringe Space games. Heck, you can even use them in your All Things Zombie games.
Why Use New Hope City Tiles?
When adventuring in New Hope City the locales can change
pretty quickly. Using the tiles allows for you to move about
the city without having to set up terrain for each game.
This lets you spend more time gaming and less time setting up terrain.
There are 9 double-sided 6" square tiles that can be laid out any way you like plus one NHC Information Card.The color coded information card allows you to use the same cards, but with 9 variations as to what the buildings are.
This means a "green" building may be a Grocery Store one time and a Bank the next. The cards eliminate the need to search through the rules and roll dice to generate your stories. Now you can move through the city without having to reset the terrain or look up the needed information.
New Hope City Tiles also include rules for using the Battle Board - a 12" section of table that let's you spend more time gain the action with little or no down time.


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After successfully matching making two of her teachers, Cher Horowitz (Alicia Silverstone) and best friend Dione (Stacey Dash) adopt Tai (Brittany Murphy), a clueless new student, as their next goodwill project. Matchmaking Tai doesn’t go as smoothly as Cher would like, especially when Tai falls for the object of Cher’s affection—Josh (Paul Rudd), her law-bound ex-step brother.
REF SCORE: 47%
Racism: PRESENT — 10%
Gender Bias: PRESENT — 30%
Homophobia: ADDRESSED — 50%
In this update of Jane Austen’s Emma, Beverly Hills is the backdrop for a wealthy socialite’s well-intentioned mischief. Alicia Silverstone gives a glowing performance as the naive, good-natured, but vapid, and shallow Cher, out to bring love to those who do and don’t ask for it.

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text: Located in Kilcullen, 25 miles from Dublin, No.5 B&B features a terrace and views of the garden. Free private parking is available on site. The rooms are fitted with a shared or private bathroom with free toiletries. A flat-screen TV is provided. There is a shared lounge at the property. Carlow is 21 miles from No.5 B&B, and Kildare is 7 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Dublin Airport, 29 miles from the property.

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The rumour mill says that the Samsung Galaxy A90 (or it could be called the Galaxy A80) will be the star of the show after SmartPrix found a reference to the phone in the source code of Samsung India's teaser page. Samsung's "A Galaxy Event" takes place in Milan, Bangkok and São Paulo on April 10.
These devices which launched in 2017 (Galaxy S8) and 2018 (Galaxy S9) come packed with stunning displays, good cameras and fast performance.
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This new phone will treat users to a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED edge-to-edge screen with a 20:9 display ratio. The setup will reportedly comprise of a 48MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide camera and a third 3D Time of Flight (ToF) sensor. Built for the era of Live, the Galaxy A smartphones bring mid-range specs to affordable phone like a more powerful battery that should last a whole day. Back in January, the company launched three Galaxy A smartphones - Galaxy A10, A30 and A50. Samsung Galaxy A80 India launch is expected soon, in the first half of this year itself, though we will have to wait for an official confirmation to know more.
As far as the pricing is concerned, Samsung Galaxy M30 can be bought for Rs 14,990 for the 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. It is also expected that the smartphone will run on Samsung One UI based on the latest Android Pie operating system.
Samsung has a range of series including Galaxy S lineup, Galaxy A, Galaxy J, Galaxy On and Galaxy M series.


House Science Committee Energy and Environment Subcommittee hearing, "Tapping America's Energy Potential Through Research and Development." Witnesses include DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory Director Anthony Cugini, Texas A&M petroleum engineering professor Daniel Hill, Idaho National Laboratory director Michael Hagood.
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal agency needs illusionist David Copperfield to help escape from criticism over now-canceled plans to hire a speaker to train agency leaders using "magic tools."
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is in hot water because on May 1 it posted a notice seeking a magician motivational speaker for a June leadership conference in suburban Maryland. The agency said presentations should include "physical energizers, magic tricks, puzzles, brain teasers, word games, humor and teambuilding exercises." It asked for the performer to create "a unique model of translating magic and principals of the psychology of magic, magic tools, techniques and experiences into a method of teaching leadership."
The Senate intends to try to override President Obama’s veto of the Keystone XL pipeline approval this week, while the House plans a vote on measures targeting the Environmental Protection Agency’s use of scientific data, National Journal reports.
Republicans from the Gulf region are angry about Obama administration proposals to cut the money states will get from offshore oil and gas drilling, and Alabama lawmakers Rep. Bradley Byrne and Sen. Richard Shelby say the proposal is "dead on arrival", The Hill reports.
Negotiations between refiners -– represented by Shell Oil. Co. -- and striking workers are set to resume Wednesday, as the walkout by United Steelworkers, now affecting 15 plants, drags toward its second month, Reuters reports.
A strong dollar and an increase in Libyan production helped to pressure oil prices early Monday. U.S. benchmark crude for April delivery dropped 95 cents to $48.81 a barrel in electronic trading on the Nymex, while in London Brent fell $1.28 cents to $61.30, Reuters reports.
The administration of Pennsylvania’s new Democratic governor, Tom Wolf, is set to release plans to update drilling rules to address concerns about the health and environmental impact of natural gas drilling, The Associated Press reports.
Low natural gas prices have suppressed the demand for coal, Duke Energy Progress executive Brett Phipps told the Kentucky Public Service Commission in a filing, predicting that coal prices would remain stable in the short term but could become more volatile in the future as miners cut back production, Platts reports.


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As simple as it sounds, heaven is defined as the S&P 500 breaking above the downtrend drawn from the all-time high of 2873. With rates rising, valuations may not be compelling but nor are they alarming either. (Read last week’s post” The Wall”) We’re on the tail end of one of the best earning’s seasons
On the heels of a market friendly tax cut, record corporate earnings and a chorus of talking heads including yours truly predicting another year of rising stock prices, only one thing is missing. Every bull market has its wall of worry and this year is no different. The usual market killing suspects
Last week was a miserable one for equity investors with the S&P 500 (SPY) posting its worst weekly return in two years. Futures are up sharply this morning following news that U.S. Secretary of Treasury Steve Mnuchin is meeting with Chinese officials discussing ways to reduce the trade deficit between
Whatever your position on global trade and the use of tariffs, the communication of this executive order should have been handled with better coordination.
One look at the yield curve tells me four interest rate hikes aren't likely unless there’s a dramatic change on the long end of the spectrum.
A punch square in the jaw from Mike Tyson is probably how most traders felt when they rang the closing bell Friday. Down at the open after a better than expected jobs number, good news became bad news as investors feared the Fed might accelerate their tightening policy.
America first is not America alone. That seems to be the latest from Davos and frankly I think that’s what it’s always been. President Donald Trump made that point today in his speech before world leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
With just nine trading days into the year, 2018 is one of the best starts I’ve seen in my career. The strong start is welcome news but this goes way beyond corporate taxes being slashed to 21%.
2018 will likely be a defining year for cryptocurrencies. Since the introduction of bitcoin in 2009 by a seemingly mythical Satoshi Nakamoto the debate has raged between bulls and bears armed with both fact and fiction. Was blockchain technology and the cryptocurrencies it spawned a modern day alternative
David Nelson walks through the highlights of the new GOP tax bill, admittedly through the lens of an investment strategist and portfolio manager.
Net Neutrality is on death row. With a 3 to 2 vote all but certain don’t expect a call from the governor saving the Obama administration’s utility style approach to broadband.
Carried interest is one of those Wall Street terms that forces a yawn. Your lack of interest is just what the industry is hoping for.
In a stunning sequence of events, heir apparent to the Saudi throne, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, seems to have consolidated power as authorities detained dozens, including Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, one of the richest men in the world. Along with Al-Waleed were 16 other princes as well as former ministers
When it comes to Wells Fargo, there’s a pretty big disconnect between the board, the CEO and consumer rights. Then why is Warren Buffett still supporting the board?
Asset inflation on the heels of artificially suppressed interest rates has driven financial instruments to dizzying heights, enriching anyone who went along for the ride.

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Music was my first love. I’ve been playing guitar since age 4 and started developing my drumming alongside a short time later. Though I specialize in drums and guitar, I have also expanded to bass and keys, as well as composing, arranging and performing vocal leads and harmonies. If you need extra instrumentation for your project, give me a shout! I can provide recordings/samples for each instrument mentioned.
Great records start with great performances and equally great recordings. Whether you prefer playing together live off the floor and interacting in real time, or prefer a more personal approach such as recording track by track (which involves capturing every last nuance in each musicians part) my studio is well equipped and designed to handle any workflow in which you feel most comfortable. Being both a producer and engineer myself, I can help take that sound that’s in your head and make it a reality. My role is to be someone to look to for guidance and to be a creative driving force to keep your time in the studio on track!
How do you know if a song has a good mix or a bad mix? The answer is that if a song has a bad mix, you’re listening to the mix. If a song has a good mix, you’re listening to the song.
Before I dive headfirst into a mix, I always take my time to talk with the artist about their vision and expectation, as well as intently listening to the raw tracks. This is a crucial step in the mixing process because I take my cues from the artists original vision, feel and vibe of the song and recording method, as well as my own ideas when making mixing decisions. At the end of the day, I want you to have a song that you can be proud of so you’ll want to share it for years to come.


Cornwall. Many have heard of it, but have you ever been? If not, that’s a real shame, since Cornwall is a treasure trove of stunning landscapes and fascinating history.
People started living in this region as far back as 10,000 years ago after the end of the last Ice Age. Battles have been fought here, which is of no surprise since this is the birthplace of King Arthur. Cornish pasties were invented here. Eat a few to fuel up for the unique Cornish wrestling style that is performed here. There are over 300 beaches to choose from. It’s home to the largest collection of plant species in the British Isles. Cornwall even has its own Celtic language known as Kernewek.
We could go on. Proves the point that Cornwall is a pretty interesting place.
But we know how it is now. Travel isn’t just about where you want to go or what’s affordable. In this digital age, taking our friends, family and followers along for the journey is a huge part of travel. People want to be able to show you where they’ve been – almost as soon as it’s happened, if not while they’re actually there.
And ain’t nothing wrong with spreading the word!
So, in the spirit of sharing this world with as many people as possible, here are 12 Instagrammable places you (and your camera) are going to love:
Perched on a jagged headland overlooking the Cornish Sea are the famous ruins of Tintagel Castle. Need we say more? That sentence alone simply screams Instagrammable. But what we love most about this castle are its links to the legend of King Arthur.
If you’ve ever read The History of the Kings of Britain by 12th-century writer Geoffrey of Monmouth, you may recall him stating (speculating) that Tintagel was where King Arthur was conceived. Romantic attention now drawn to the region, supposedly the Earl of Cornwall was inspired to build the castle thanks to this speculation from Geoffrey of Monmouth.
And one legend goes that after his death at the Battle of Camlann, Arthur’s ghost returned to Tintagel and haunts it to this day. So, while you’re there (say on our new 4-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge tour from Bristol) be on the lookout.
The story of Minack Theatre truly is a wonderful one. And we have a woman called Rowena Cade to thank for this impressive structure. Born in 1893, Rowena moved to Cornwall in the 1920s and bought the Minack headland for £100. At first all she did was live there, building her home, Minack House, which you can still see today.
But in 1929, Rowena took to acting and was part of an open-air production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. With the continual success of this production, Rowena and her troupe realised they needed a proper and practical place to perform in the future. So, Rowena offered her cliff garden for their upcoming performance of The Tempest.
So began the construction of the Minack Theatre. Rowena and her helpers used hand tools (and the occasional stick of dynamite) to create the magnificent theatre we see today. And with unbeatable views of Porthcurno Bay and its host of sub-tropical gardens, Minack Theatre truly is an incredible place to visit.
Today, over 200 live performances are staged at the theatre, including plays, opera, music, musicals, and even children’s events. We'd love to take you there ourselves on a new small-group tour from Bristol, the 4-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge tour.
You may have heard of the famous Mont Saint-Michel in France, the tidal island that draws travellers year after year. But did you know Cornwall has one of its own? St Michael’s Mount is England’s very own tidal island and perched at the very top is a medieval castle and church overlooking Mount’s Bay. Be sure to plan your visit just right, otherwise the tide may just get in your way.
And no dramatic island or castle is complete without a good legend. This one features a giant. During the 6th century, before the castle was built, legend has it that the island was once home to an 18-foot giant called Cormoran. Now Cormoran wasn’t the nicest of giants. His cave home was filled with treasures he’d obtained by terrorizing local towns and villages, not to mention his appetite for children and cattle. One day, a young farmer’s son named Jack decided to do something about this menace. Jack trapped Cormoran in a concealed pit and then brought his axe down upon Cormoran’s head, killing him. He was a celebrated hero back in his village and dubbed “Jack the Giant Killer”.
Now that Cormoran no longer lives there, you’ll find the St Aubyn family currently resides on the island.
At the most south-westerly point of mainland Britain, you’ll find a little place called Land’s End. Rugged cliffs and gorgeous countryside await you here. Not just that, but you’ll also find a signpost. What’s so special about it?
It was established in the 1950s by a local family-run business. A section of the signpost allows for personalised messages to be added, so it’s become a point where End-to-Enders come to celebrate their remarkable journeys across the length and breadth of Great Britain from John O’Groats in the far north of Scotland.
It’s owned by a local photography company, and you can pay to have your own little message added to the sign for that perfect shot. You can do this on our 4-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge tour from Bristol.
With its picturesque fishing harbour and stunning ocean views, St Ives is a glistening jewel. There’s something so quaint about it too, with a maze of narrow cobbled streets, endless independent shops, and even fishermen’s cottages.
It’s the iconic beach holiday you’ve been daydreaming of. You may even be lucky enough to spot some of the cute local wildlife peering up at you from the water. No need to be creeped out, we’re talking about adorable grey seals. You can even take a boat trip out to Seal Island.
Check out St Ives on our new tour from Bristol, the 4-day Cornwall, Devon & Stonehenge.
You can’t visit a country like Great Britain and not stand on a dramatic moor landscape with the sense that you’re about to embark on a noble quest. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Bodmin Moor is a stunning granite moorland in the north-east of Cornwall.
Take a wander and you might spot some of the ponies and other wildlife that continue to call it home. And if hiking is up your alley, why not give Brown Willy or Rough Tor a go? As you wander, you’ll likely see the wild range of plants and rare animals that live on the moorland, such as otters, Marsh Fritillary butterflies, bats and songbirds.
Time to be enchanted. St Nectan’s Glen is a truly spectacular sixty-foot waterfall that comes pouring through a hole in the rocks, almost as if a small portal to another world. Perhaps it is.
Local belief is that, in the 6th century, Saint Nectan had a hermitage above the waterfall and that he would ring a silver bell to warn ships during storms of the dangers of offshore rocks that sat at the mouth of the Rocky Valley.
St Nectan’s Glen isn’t alone. You’ll find several other waterfalls and a beautiful walk in the area too. Stroll along the banks of the River Trevillet, underneath a canopy of ancient woodland trees, listening to the song of the birds, wondering if there are fairies tucked away along the path somewhere. It truly is that magical. It’s even been appointed a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rare specimen of plants.
This is also a great one to add to your list if you’re looking to avoid the bigger crowds.
This is an absolute must. Hugging the Treryn Dinas cliffs, Pedn Vounder is one of Cornwall’s loveliest beaches with that sought-after crystal-clear turquoise water and beautiful white sand beach. This spot isn’t far from Land’s End and Minack Theatre, so you’ll be able to tick off a few of these amazing locations one right after the other.
Pedn (pronounced ‘pednee’) Vounder is at the tip of the Penwith coast and is a relatively remote spot depending on the time of year you go. In summer it does tend to grow in popularity, but that’s no surprise with such a view drawing people in.
It’s not the easiest spot to get to, mind you. But some things are worth the effort. Just make sure you’re ready for the rugged cliff path and climb down to the sand. It can be a bit hairy, so just be prepared. If you do decide to go, go early and pack light.
Fans of the TV show Poldark might recognize it as the dream sequence of Nampara Cove.
For those who like to photograph the slightly odd or striking, make sure to check out Wheal Coates. This former tin mine sits on the cliff tops on the north coast of Cornwall. Opening in 1802, we can only imagine what it would have been like to work in such an industry, but with such incredible views.
While the mine has been closed for good since 1914, it remains a beautiful site for hikers and photographers, and is maintained by the National Trust charity. Today, it’s one of the most photographed mine buildings in the country. It’s no wonder, what with the coastline stretching out around it and the shimmering blue water below.
If you’ve got time to spare on a clear day, spend a bit of extra time and be rewarded with a stunning sunset. Even once the sun sets, the starry sky above is a must-see.
In the west of Cornwall is a lovely little beach known as Cot Valley Beach. A favourite of photographers due to the smooth granite boulders and rocks that make up the shore, it’s also backed by a killer backdrop. Sitting out in the water, the twin peaks of the Brison rocks will make for a great photo at sunset.
The walks within Cot Valley itself are absolutely beautiful and will lead you to the beach.
If you’re hoping to avoid crowds, give Nanjizal Beach a go. This beautiful and secluded spot can be found in the town of Penzance in Cornwall. There are no facilities on the beach, so take care when swimming and exploring, but that’s part of the charm.
You’ll certainly find a range of striking natural features, from rock pools to birds and sea life. Most of all, you can’t miss the incredible rock arch called ‘Zawn Pyg’, or ‘Song of the Sea’. Time it just right and you can take in the sun glowing through this crack in the stone.
Also keep an eye out for the famous Diamond Horse, a vein of quartz running through a section of the stone which sparkles in the sun.
Here’s one you’ll have to time well. For just a few weeks each year, the fields of West Pentire sprout a picture-perfect blanket of red flowers. If you can manage a visit between late May and throughout June, you have to go see this landscape of Poppies for yourself. You may also spot some stunning yellow corn marigolds and dozens of other species.
If you’re lucky with the weather and go at sunset, we can only imagine the glow of the sun through the field. Who doesn’t love a shot of themselves spinning in a bed of wildflowers?
Flowers or not, West Pentire is a wonderful spot to visit throughout the year and boasts some beautiful beaches as well.
Whether you go for the history, the nature, or a bit of both, you can surely see why Cornwall should not be overlooked. An incredibly popular destination for travellers, we think Cornwall should be on your travel bucket list.


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The Showtime movie Square Grouper featured Platshorn’s story; federal agents dubbed him the ‘Black Tuna’. But today, individuals senior citizens call him the Pied Piper for legalizing Cannabidiol, and often refer to him as “the ace in the hole for legalization.” Last year, after being released from parole, he joined with Rosenfeld to found The Silver Tour to teach seniors some great of medicinal cannabis.
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St. Louis County v. Johnson et al
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER:IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that defendants motion for reconsideration [ECF No. 9 ] is DENIED. Signed by District Judge Carol E. Jackson on 6/17/15. (JAB)
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT
EASTERN DISTRICT OF MISSOURI
ST. LOUIS COUNTY,
CAROL JOHNSON and CARL JOHNSON,
No. 4:15CV770 CEJ
MEMORANDUM AND ORDER
Defendants move for reconsideration of the May 20, 2015 order remanding this criminal
prosecution to state court. Defendants did not meet the requirements for removal under 28
U.S.C. § 1443. This action was properly remanded under 28 U.S.C. § 1455(b)(4).
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that defendants’ motion for reconsideration [ECF No. 9] is
Dated this 17th day of June, 2015.
CAROL E. JACKSON
UNITED STATES DISTRICT JUDGE
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Avoiding Cannabis Crop Loss in Cultivation
The impacts of crop loss for cannabis businesses are especially painful due to the high market value of the crop. Due to such high-potential value risk, it is crucial that cultivators take a careful and close look at their operating systems, facility design, and best practices for their environment.
Resource Innovation Institute is a non-profit organization committed to cultivating a better future for all of humanity. Our consortium of members brings perspectives from across the field — uniting architects and engineers, growers and operators, researchers and analysts. Together, we measure, verify and celebrate the world’s most efficient agricultural ideas. In this article, RII’s Technical Director and members of the organization’s Technical Advisory Council working groups share perspectives on the root causes of crop loss and best practices for avoiding crop degradation.
Crop Loss Is Profit Loss
Crop degradation can manifest in many ways. Losing days of biomass production due to suboptimal greenhouse conditions means plants are not hitting their full potential.
Crop loss can describe changes in productivity growers see in final yields or in expected productivity rates.
Cannabis growers monitor crop quality very closely. Starting up facilities can take more than a year, and getting to the first harvest is critical for businesses to recoup investments. Innovative growers ensure systems can maintain the environmental conditions necessary for their plants to achieve optimal crop quality to maximize profits faster.
As organizations design facilities and seek to continuously increase profits, it is recommended to conduct an overarching analysis of the existing hierarchical structure of that organization’s people, processes, and systems. As we are discussing in this article, overall crop loss or crop degradation can typically be traced back to a deficiency in one of these three areas.
Business leaders must ask themselves:Do we have the right people? Do we have the right processes in place? Do we have the right systems?
If any one of these three suffers a critical error, there is the potential for a whole crop cycle to be lost – be it one table, one room, or a whole greenhouse worth of product.
Root Causes of Crop Loss
Monitor greenhouse operations for the major contributors to crop degradation:Check your system capacity and capabilities.
Many operations grow cannabis in greenhouses that used to grow other crops or used different cultivation approaches. This means that systems may not be sized appropriately for environmental control of the new configuration with a new crop.
This can cause crop degradation and loss because productivity rates may decrease when target environmental conditions are not maintained because equipment is inadequate to meet growers’ desired targets.
When retrofitting greenhouses, engage with a professional greenhouse design team that has experience in controlled environment greenhouses with expertise relevant to your region and climate. Understand when your system was last commissioned.
Cannabis operations focused on ramping up production may start growing before functionally testing mission-critical greenhouse systems. Even if systems were properly designed, equipment may not be operating at its full potential. Commissioning activities validate that systems in facilities run according to specifications and efficiently, which can reduce operating and maintenance costs.
When commissioning greenhouse environmental controls and building envelope systems, check system design against actual performance. Test the ability of your environmental control systems to meet your targets and maintain them continuously. Identify ways to maximize and/or increase production by using equipment more efficiently and also plan capital investments.
Train operators to ensure facility staff understand how the different modes of cooling and ventilation are staged to achieve environmental control targets. Greenhouses have many different modes of environmental control systems, like energy screens, shade cloths, vents, fans, and cooling and heating systems. Cannabis greenhouses may use specialized equipment to manage both temperature and humidity. Some systems may need to be used differently depending on facility location and infrastructure. Observe trends in equipment performance.
Greenhouse system performance can deteriorate over time, resulting in degraded crop quality and productivity. Marginal or outright equipment failures lead to poor maintenance of environmental conditions, leading to output loss or pest / pathogen issues. During design, determine a robust narrative for how backup equipment should be staged to react when primary equipment goes down.
Data from sensors can detect marginal performance or failing environmental control equipment before it manifests in your plants. Some data from sensors can support other business goals, such as testing and reporting for compliance with regulations. Set and adhere to standard operational best practices for environmental control.
Support your staff with clear processes that seek to prevent crop degradation. Some examples include: Protocols for biological control like disinfecting tables after harvest Protocols for personnel such as decontaminating before walking in or out of cultivation spaces, closing doors to prevent influx of pests and pathogens Protocols for hygiene to achieve clean rooms with clean floors and clean hands Protocols for adherence to schedules, such as processes to be completed at certain times or frequencies.
How your operation measures productivity, sets targets, and tracks against goals can inform action steps to avoid complete crop loss. Determine your target productivity and understand what is an acceptable deviation from that target. Some commercial cannabis growers find crop degradation from poor growing conditions to result in lost output of 0.5 to 1 gram per square foot per day (varies depending on facility setup).
Lost output translates to lost revenue. When productivity rates go down, your team has to use more labor hours to accomplish the same, or lower yields. Bottom lines for cannabis production are based on the time your People spend with plants. Optimize your systems and processes to support streamlined operations:Regular maintenance of systems and equipment will help ensure your facility is running smoothly Regular continuous improvement initiatives to processes will ensure that you are not only course correcting where possible, but also that your processes remain relevant and up to date over time Regular review of performance metrics for the company’s employees and periodic check-ins with the teams can give leadership peace-of-mind that their operations are running smoothly and the risk management for crop loss and degradation is mitigated.
Treat greenhouses as operational systems. During startup, make predictions, collect data, and create feedback loops. Part of the horticultural commissioning process is tuning the entire system during the startup operations phase. As the facility is filled with plants, pay constant attention to the plant environment and environmental control systems as they begin to put through their paces with real plants. It pays dividends to make adjustments long before the crop is affected.
For example, check fan settings at different times in the crop cycle. In many greenhouse operations, the size and shape of the canopy are quite dynamic. This leads to different airflow patterns at different crop heights. Instead of eventually letting the plants in one area be deficient, measure airflow, trend and monitor data, and correct microclimates with distributed climate sensors during the first few cycles of operations.
Proving Performance with Data
To effectively minimize crop degradation and avoid crop loss, create benchmarks with historic data. Isolate periods of effective system performance to paint a picture of a healthy facility for later troubleshooting. If the system is working well, this data can be used to help look for patterns and problems encountered later. Consider tracking benchmarks with RII’s Cannabis PowerScore resource benchmarking platform to get free and confidential competitive performance rankings of your facility key performance indicators (KPIs) for energy, water and emissions, including solid waste and CO2e (measuring carbon associated with energy use).
One KPI measured by PowerScore includes energy efficiency: energy use per unit of canopy area (for example, kBtu per square foot of flowering canopy). If data shows that energy-consuming systems are using more electricity than you think they should, consult historic benchmarks. Looking back at a batch of effective performance data, you can compare current energy consumption to that of your benchmark dataset, narrowed to a period in the past with similar environmental and operational conditions.
Analyze data to support intended production goals using the data your team can capture effectively. Tie yield data to resource usage or quality characteristics to determine the consequences of changes in productivity rates. For example, yield may have increased, but often inputs may have increased as well. The PowerScore KPI for resource productivity measures units of biomass produced per unit of resource (for example, grams of dry cannabis flower per gallon of energy). Understand the inputs needed to achieve final outputs. Inputs like electricity, gas, water, and nutrients need to be analyzed in balance with the wider business needs of the farm. Benchmarking makes it possible to parse out the cause and effect in a complex agriculture system.
In a market that is continually evolving yet also becoming more saturated, It has become more imperative to maximize our production through optimizations of all the farm systems. The farm systems include everything from the plants, to the environment, to the people and processes developed. Without understanding how much an input contributes to a specific output, the farm system is not operating optimally.
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The brand-new Fabulous harmonica series from Suzuki represents the ultimate state of the art in harmonica design, while keeping the best aspects of tradition. The appearance and sound of the instruments is stunning, with use of the highest quality materials throughout.
In a quest for the pure beauty of timbre, Suzuki redesigned and tested every part through an exhaustive prototype process. The precision tolerances achieved in the Suzuki "Fabulous" Chromatic Harmonica are unmatched by any other production harmonica - and you can hear it in the way the reeds respond soulfully to even the lightest breath.
Superb airtightness and instant response of the reeds to every breath creates a feeling of euphoria for every player when they first try Suzuki's all-new Fabulous Harmonica.
The rich timbre is the result of 21st century design matched with respect for the best aspects of tradition, embodied in top-quality components manufactured with Suzuki's high accuracy processes.
Each Solid Brass body takes a whole day to make using the high-precision spark-erosion process, ensuring absolute accuracy for perfect airtightness. The rigidity and solid mass of the brass improves reed response, (especially at the bass end) and the upper-octave chambers are specially contoured to give unbelievable response in the high range. Lastly, silver plating imparts a smooth luxury finish for great looks and a pure bell-like sound.
The Long-Life Phosphor-Bronze Reeds for the Fabulous were designed from scratch to suit the brass body's special qualities, giving the player optimum volume, tone and response. Suzuki meticulously studied the length and form of each single reed to maximize its performance and robustness.
A Straight-alignment Slide is used for the 12-hold model and Cross-alignment Slide is used for the 12-hole. The inside of the Gold-Plated Mouthpiece (a critically important area for airtightness) is hand-finished on each Fabulous Chromatic. Gold plating gives a smooth feel to the lips and a beautiful, luxurious appearance. The precision-made slide is specially designed for smooth, quiet movement and incredible airtightness.
Extra Thick Reedplates are used in the Fabulous to match the superlative tonal qualities of the brass body. Thick reedplates increase stability and give enhanced response to each reed. The extra rigidity of the thick reedplates allows a perfectly flat finish that adheres firmly to the body, to ensure maximum airtightness. All this adds up to feather-light reed response and a luxuriant, rich tone.
Silver-plated Coverplates finish off the elegant appearance of the Fabulous. But they are practical too, as silver-plating is well known to give optimum lubrication in the mouth, ensuring players lips don't stick while performing extended passages. Suzuki's all-new artistic design for the coverplates is also comfortable and secure to hold.
Range: 12 Holes, 48 Notes sliding chromatic
Slide Allignment: cross
Body/Coverplate: Brass with Silver Plating
Reed Plate: Brass
Reeds: Phosphor Bronze
Dimensions: 160 x 45 x 33 mm
Accessories: Leather Case
A cross-alignment slide is used for the 12-hole model, as its larger holes improve airflow to make the bass range sound more efficiently.
An individual Serial Number is imprinted on the top of each harmonica body as proof of top quality and hand-finishing. It is imprinted only after several inspections and a final strict quality test.
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"I found true pianissimo and fortissimo for the first time in my life with the Fabulous. The Fabulous allows players an overwhelming music-expression ability. It is striking that this harmonica's sound is smooth, sexy, deep and sweet, so from the first sound it has a special mood! We have entered an era when the harmonica is no longer a disposable instrument! The more you play the Fabulous, the better it sounds; fabulously! I'm so happy to meet a lifelong harmonica companion. Fabulous! I love it!!"
Koei is one of the select few professional harmonica players in the world who have an equal mastery of both diatonic and chromatic harps. Koei has made many recordings and published over 10 lesson books.
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Silver Linings Playbook arrives today on DVD and Blu-Ray. The film is a tense comedy that deals with the not-necessarily humourous topic of mental illness. However, the movie is full of perfect performances from all the leads, including Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence and nominees Bradley Cooper, Robert DeNiro and Jacki Weaver. If you didn’t see it when it was in theatres, definitely check it out, as it works just as well at home.
The Details features an all-star cast that includes Tobey Maguire, Elizabeth Banks, Dennis Haysbert, Ray Liotta, Kerry Washington and Laura Linney in this tale of a married couple (Banks and Maguire) whose relationship is tested when racoons begin tearing apart their perfectly manicured lawn. Sadly, even with the fantastic cast involved, there’s a reason this film didn’t make it into any sort of wide release. It’s just not very good.


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Bishnu Prasad Devkota /Republica A view of the Fulching village in Tripurasundari Municipality -5, Dolpa in this recent picture.
DOLPA, Jan 15: Chandra Lal Chalaune, 69, feels deeply connected to Fulching village. This is where he was born and raised. During childhood, he always thought that the land where he played and the fields where he worked belong to his family. As days passed, it dawned to him that his family didn't own any of the lands. "We were landless people. When I grew, I realized that none of the land plots we cultivated or lived on was registered in our name," Chalaune reports.
Since the land on which his family worked hard actually belonged to landlords, his family shared the crop yield with the landlords. The landlords used to take a much bigger percentage of the production.
In 1996, government officials came to village for land survey. At the time, these officials registered our land in other people's name, leaving us officially landless. They are not the residents of this village, how could they own land here. --Hiukali Chalaune, Fulching village resident
"Not all landlords live here, we work in their fields and they take away the crops when harvested," said Chalaune.
It is not just Chalune's story. There are dozens of families in the village who have no claim over the land that they have been cultivating for many generations now. They not only own the farm fields that they cultivate, but also the land on which their houses are built are not officially theirs.
"These farms are very fertile and we do produce enough crops and vegetables on them. Yet, most of the people from our community find it challenging to meet our ends," said Chalaune. "It would be better if we had our own land."
Landlords take 60 percent of their annual production. And the rest 40 percent does not suffice to feed them for the year, the locals lament. There are 65 households around Fulching village. While none of the households have land ownership certificate, 23 don't have even a have a land plot to erect a cottage.
According to Chalaune, all those people were born and brought up in the very village. "None of the households here arrived here from other places. We have been here for many generations now. Yet, many of the families do not have land of their own to cultivate or to build a house on," he elaborated.
Hiukali Chalaune, a middle-aged woman from the village urged the government to 'return' them their 'ancestral' land. Even though there was no certificate with the ancestors, it belonged to them, she insisted.
In 1996, most of the land plots of Fulching village was registered in the names of the people from other villages, they claim adding that government records show that most of the lands were registered in the name of some locals of Liku VDC. Of these locals, Moti Prasad Pahadi, Ratna Prasad Pahadi, Narayan Giri and Rabilal Khatri own majority of the land of this village. Locals have expressed an utter dissatisfaction over it.
"In 1996, government officials were in the village for land survey. At the time, these officials registered our land in other people's name, leaving us officially landless. They are not the residents of this village, how could they own land here," fumed Hiukali. "Because we don't have land of our own, we remain poor and we do not have enough food to sustain our family for the year, no matter how much we work in fields."
Meanwhile, an elderly person from Fulching village Lok Bahadur said that the government should initiate the process to hold dialogues with the registered landowners and settle the issue.
"The owners do not stay here. They only have the lands in their name. But we claim that this is our ancestral village. So, we demand that the government intervene and settle the issue," he said.
He alleged that there was some foul play during the 1996 land survey whereby some influential people in the region used their political influences and registered all the poor villager's land in their own name. "Since it was stolen from us through foul play by influential people at the time, the land must be returned to us now. It is not just for the government to ignore such injustice."
"We want justice. We want an official probe in the case. It should be investigated how they became the owner of the lands here in our village and the findings should be made public," said Lok Bahadur, who is also known as an active social worker in the village.
"We want the government, both the local and the federal to investigate this issue seriously as it is related to the life of so many families." If the government pays no heed to their demands, locals have warned of protest in near future.
"We have talked even to some of the owners and they are ready to solve the problem. But speaking is one thing, doing is another thing. So, we want the authorities concerned to intervene and settle this issue," Lok Bahadur said.
"There are legal provisions that are in our favor. The only thing that is holding us from getting justice is the will of the government to deliver justice to us. We will fight for our rights," he said.

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five nyc creatives on gender and identity
As Miley, Caitlyn, and Laverne bring gender identity and queer issues to the masses, we ask five progressive young New Yorkers for their takes.
While dialogues around gender and variations of non-conformity have officially entered the mainstream, the narratives now seen on your mother's television are far from all-encompassing. We've talked to five young New York creatives to discuss the endless possibilities of queer identity, and the intersections that can occur within.
Nico Fuentes, 23
stylist, sex educator
"I identify as everything I already am. I identify with more than what is visual, and I project both my internal landscape and where it meets my external landscape: my lived experiences and everything that has been before me and everything that I already am. I've already gone through the journey of, when I was younger, feeling like I had to add to what I felt was the canvas of my body. But now I realized that I already am everything that I am.
I was born into a landscape that didn't allow for me to understand or engage with my body. There was very little room to even express identity. It's too complicated to ask, 'When did you start becoming?' I think that that's really important to note for people who are cisgender. By nature that question invalidates. It's all fluid, it's a lived experience. I remember it all because I'm here, and my body is history and I have lived as a person. Not as a transgender concept, but as an actual person. I'm still working on being in my body every day. Every day I wake up and it's: 'You're here. This is you. Good morning, I love you, let's do this.'"
Theo Baer, 24
"I strongly identify as a musician. I started piano when I was six years old. It was a request of my birth mother to my adoptive parents that I had to have piano lessons. There are a lot of intersections with race, being a person of color adopted into a white family, and that family being of a Mennonite background. After I came out as trans, my parents, reached out to some other Mennonites, and three years ago my mom went by herself to this conference called 'Connecting Families' which is for LGBTQ Mennonites and allies. This past year we all went and I spoke on a panel about envisioning a more inclusive church. They're still catching up in a lot of ways, I'm definitely the token trans person, but I was prepared for that going in.
Having left the church for so many years and coming back on my own terms, I'm still feeling a strong connection to it in this very social way. It's funny because I feel my queer identity and my musician identity have less intersection than my queer identity and my relationship to my family."
Alex-Quan Pham, 20
"I feel like my queerness comes directly from my family and my ancestors. I don't see my queerness as an individual identity, I see it through lineages of femmes who have brought me into existence. I really strongly feel that I wouldn't be queer if my mother didn't help me craft my queerness, so I identify my queerness as an ongoing project that I'm always working on with my ancestors and with all the amazing femmes everywhere.
I've been thinking a lot about choosing queerness as opposed to passively being queer. In terms of political identities, I don't think any of them should be seen as static things. Like the word feminist, or the word ally. All of them should be verbs. I view queerness as an action along with an identity, a way of being in the world and a way of relating to people. I really don't identify with the idea of being born queer. Assuming that everyone is born queer really takes a power away from a lot of people. I guess choosing queerness is a way of reclaiming that into whatever I want it to be, what I want it to look like."
Emmersun Lunarbow, 27
"I identify as an agender person who is also asexual and aromantic. I literally never talk about this to anyone. For me being an asexual person, I don't experience sexual attraction to other people, or anything. It informs my relationships in such a way where I feel like other people can only get so close to me based on their view of relationships and the bigger picture of how society views relationships. My identities influence my art because I project my experiences into it, or things that I want to see in myself.
I don't project a gender onto the things that I draw, or the creatures, people, what have you. I see them as being sexless and genderless, but I still consider them, and myself, all femme. I try to be very conscious of representing different body types. I feel like such an asshole saying that, because it should be something that I and people should just be doing."
Jahmal B. Golden
21, text artist
"Queerness and clothing, or embellishment, are kind of a package deal. We don't walk around naked and we still experience the spite of what people perceive of us. When we distill our identity into clothing it can shock people, it can defend you against people, it can make you easier to talk to. This isn't something just for queer people but it's definitely a tool that we use. Especially when we're not aspiring towards a hetero cisnormative lifestyle or look. We're always on the defence, we're always under so much pressure so when we dress ourselves up it's because we're ready for war.I am ready for battle when I put on my clothes. I'm ready to run, I'm ready to be comfortable, I'm ready to be seen, I'm ready to be invisible. All at once.
This last year was a fucking spiral what with all of the intentional murders of trans and black people. That weighed a lot on me. One day I just broke down on the street. That particular meltdown launched me into connecting the dots between a series of poems I'd been writing over the past year. Which I noticed were ways of me escaping my reality through this very crafted imaginary self. I was making myself more magical, I was traversing through time, I was really separating myself from what was happening in the present. I'm trying to embody a grace that I don't think people are trying to see in this time and world. They're getting more warmed up to it, but I can't even say that with a straight face because of how many beautiful people have been killed just for pursuing grace. For pursuing lives."
Text and photography Mars Hobrecker and Leah James

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University of the South Pacific
Program SnapshotLocated in the hub of the Pacific Ocean, The University of the South Pacific [USP] is one of the only 2 regional universities in the world. It is made up of 12 countries in the South Pacific region. Given its vibrant and culturally diverse community, USP provides a rich and unforgettable experience for international students. We are proud to offer hundreds of courses through face-to-face and distance learning education, especially courses with topics currently relevant to the Pacific region like climate change, global warming and sea level rise.
Got questions? Contact an ISEP Student Ambassador who studied in this region.
LocationFiji consists of 332 islands. About 110 of these islands are inhabited. The two largest islands are Viti Levu (4,109 sq mi; 10,642 sq km) and Vanua Levu (2,242 sq mi; 5,807 sq km). Fiji is located just at the rim of the International Date Line; therefore it is one of the first countries to see the dawn of each new day. USP’s main campus [Laucala pron Lau tha la] and headquarters is in the capital city of Suva. There are plenty of other things that you can do and see while studying at USP from shopping to island hopping. Fiji and the Pacific have a lot to offer in terms of the natural environment – landscape, marine life, flora and fauna .
PROGRAM TYPEISEP Exchange: Undergraduate programs available for semester placements only
ISEP Direct: Undergraduate and graduate programs available for academic year or semester placements
ISEP-Exchange for International students.
ISEP-Exchange for US students.
ISEP-Direct site for students from all member institutions.
Chance of PlacementExcellent chance of placement on ISEP Direct.
Very Limited chance of placement on ISEP Exchange. To increase your chance of placement on Exchange, ISEP recommends listing this site as your first choice. Also consider the Direct option.
For the most current chances of placement, see the Sites Open for Applications for US Students or Sites Open for I-to-I Applications.
Program DatesUSP observes the southern hemisphere calendar. Applicants for ISEP's SM1 will be abroad during USP's Semester 2. Applicants for ISEP's SM2 will be abroad during USP's Semester 1.
Academic year: February to November
Semester 1: February to June
Semester 2: July to November
ISEP-DirectFor more information go to ISEP Direct Fee page.
The ISEP-Direct program fee includes the benefit package for: Tuition, Housing and Insurance
ISEP-Direct Program fees:
Full Year 16-17: $23,950
Semester 1 16-17: $12,950
Semester 2 16-17: $13,500
For priority consideration, applications for the following semester should be received before February 15 and September 1 unless otherwise noted. Rolling admissions are considered for ISEP-Direct before these final application deadlines:
SM1: May 1, 2016
SM2: December 1, 2016
Suva, Fiji (pop. over 800,000 but less than 1 million)Language of instruction: English
Student Enrollment: 22,000
Student Enrollment: 22,000
University Home Page
ProgramsAccounting, Agriculture, Banking, Business Studies, Development Studies and Governance, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Management & Public Administration, Official Statistics, Tourism, Pacific Studies, Education, Library/Information Studies, History, Journalism, Law, Literature & Language, Media Studies, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Biology, Chemistry, Interdisciplinary (CIMS), Computing Science, Electrical & Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Geography, Geomatics, Geospatial Science, Information Systems, Land Use Planning, Marine Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Physics, Real Estate, and Statistics.
Courses for Graduate (Masters) LevelStudents can take graduate level courses in any of the following areas of study: Business Administration, Commerce, Computing and Information Systems, Education, Information Systems, and Law. Students can only take graduate level courses through ISEP DIRECT.
Academic NotesRecommended areas of study include: Marine Science/Studies, Geography, Tourism, Land Management and Environmental Studies. Courses in these subject areas offer students insights into the development issues and challenges faced by Pacific Island Countries. Many of the courses include field trips and excursions in the curricula.
There are 18 weeks per semester- 14 weeks of lectures, 1 week for mid-semester break, 1 week for study break and 2 weeks of exams. The typical courseload is three to four classes per semester equating to 12-21 hours in class per week. Classwork and assignments throughout the semester account for 40-50% of the final grade and the final examination counts for 50-60% of the final grade.
Transcripts are sent to ISEP and then immediately released to the student's home institution if there are no outstanding financial obligations. For semester 1 and semester 2 students, transcripts are issued four weeks after final exams. For full year students, final exams are issued six weeks after final exams.
Language NotesLanguage Courses: Fijian language courses are offered at various levels.
REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS TAKING COURSES IN ENGLISH:
ISEP Language Proficiency Report may be substituted for official score? No
TOEFL: 550 PBT
Institutional TOEFL accepted? No
IELTS: 6.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing
Other tests accepted: None
Additional comments: Students who are not native English speakers should check with USP International at firstname.lastname@example.org to find out if they must submit proof of English language proficiency.
Note: The host institution ultimately determines your proficiency level and course eligibility.
Special Academic ConditionsRemember that USP follows the southern hemisphere calendar. Students wishing to study for a full-year in the southern hemisphere should consider starting their program at the beginning of the academic year in February. Some institutions offer annual rather than semester courses.
Special ISEP Application InstructionsStudents must complete the ISEP course request list and indicate up to 4 courses they would like to take during the semester. Once a student is accepted, USP International will seek approval for courses and register the student. Online registration is not available to exchange and direct students.
Hints for Researching CoursesREMEMBER that this site operates on the Southern Hemisphere calendar! Be sure to search for courses using the correct semester parameters: Southern hemisphere SM1 (NH SM2) is February – July; Southern hemisphere SM2 (NH SM1) is July – November.
1. Click here and select "programmes and courses". This shows a list of all courses within the faculties. Click on specific subject links to take you to the individual courses for descriptions, course coordinators, semester availability, etc.
Please keep these tips in mind when searching for courses:
- Mode: choose F/F (face-to-face)
- Semester: I = semester 1; II = semester 2; I/II = both semesters
- Campus: choose L-Laucala [Main campus in Suva, Fiji]
Housing and MealsISEP Direct students are housed in shared apartments on campus. The apartments have individual bathrooms, fully furnished kitchens, and laundry facilities. ISEP Direct students do not receive meal benefits, but can use the cooking facilities (microwave, stove, refrigerator, utensils, etc.) to prepare meals.
ISEP Exchange students live in the Resident Hall rooms on campus. All residence halls are single-sex and have shared bathrooms, common rooms, and coin operated laundry facilities. ISEP Exchange students receive a monthly meal stipden which can be used to purchase food to prepare and/or purchase meals at the cafeteria and campus restaurants.
The University does offer housing for dependents. Please note this request in your ISEP application.
For southern hemisphere programs, ISEP benefits do apply during the recess between semesters (June-July), whereas they do NOT apply between the end of one academic year and the beginning of a new academic year (December to February).
ESTIMATED PERSONAL EXPENSES
You are responsible for all of your personal expenses including: fees not required of all participants (e.g. computer, language, science lab fees), books, local transportation, entertainment, etc. The amount below is provided as a guide; the actual amount will vary depending on courses and personal habits. Your personal expenses per month, including books, are estimated at: FJD $400-1000.
OrientationThe International Students orientation is mandatory for ALL NEW STUDENTS. It is organised by USP International the week before the commencement of lectures over a 4-day period. Prior to your arrival, all students are sent Offer Letters detailing all aspects of student life and enrolment. The orientation programme covers academic advice, housing, health, emergencies, safety and general information. A guided local tour will help students get acquainted with our campus, city and surroundings. The orientation programme is inclusive of museum tours, and village stay or an excursion to a local attraction. All ISEP Direct and Exchange students should arrive at USP on the International Student Arrival Day. The date will be given to you in your offer letter. Students will be met at the Nausori/Suva airport or bus terminal by a USP International staff member and transported to USP.
Airport pickup is offered. Please contact USP for more information.
Student ActivitiesInternational students have many opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities as there are more than 15 student organisations available. The University of the South Pacific Students Association [USPSA] brings together international and local students for cultural and social activities. The International Students’ Association is affiliated with the USPSA and organises activities for all its members throughout the semester. Why not join them on Face Book and start your USP experience NOW! Just click here
Campus Life is responsible for all activities on campus which are free to all students. Faculties also organise poetry slams, movie nights, lunch time seminars and public lectures.
Community Engagement (Internships, Service-Learning, Volunteering, etc.)Campus Life coordinates volunteer activities during the semester. Additionally, the International Office organizes a volunteer day to the SPCA and an orphanage for any interested students. Certain conditions under a study permit limit students from volunteering with other organisations not associated with USP. Internships are restricted and approval must be obtained from the Department of Immigration –Fiji.
ProfileThe University of the South Pacific is the premier institution of higher learning in the Pacific region, uniquely situated in a region of extraordinary physical, social and economic diversity. Established in 1968, USP was a former New Zealand Air Force base for allied forces in the Pacific during the war. The twelve member countries that conjointly own USP are Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands, Cook Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Niue, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru and Tokelau. The University has campuses in all the member countries. The School of Agriculture and Food Technology is based at the Alafua Campus in Samoa while the School of Law is based at the Emalus Campus in Vanuatu. The main campus and headquarters is based in Suva, Fiji.
MEET YOUR ISEP COORDINATOR
Ms. Poonam Santiago is the Manager of USP International. Poonam holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of the South Pacific and a Graduate Diploma in Education from the University of New England. She is also working on a Master's programme focusing on the experiences and expectations of international students. Poonam has a passion for student development and growth, and feels extremely fortunate to work in an area which allows her to genuinely help individuals from all walks of life. She is a firm believer of "the student is the most important person on campus", which is part of what makes her an excellent ISEP Coordinator. Poonam's best advice for international students at USP is to prepare and travel with an open mind, get out of your comfort zone and be ready to immerse yourself in local communities and cultures, make local friends, and enjoy your study abroad experience because adventure begins outside your comfort zone. Learn more about Poonam and her colleagues in USP International.
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India backs China’s inclusion in global bodies
nation Updated: May 25, 2016 10:31 IST
GUANGZHOU: India and China have areas of differences but it has always been New Delhi’s attempt to reduce the divergence and expand cooperation, President Pranab Mukherjee said on Tuesday as he began his four-day visit to the country.
“The basic cardinal principle of India’s foreign policy is to recognise divergences…we have never indulged in expanding the divergences but reducing the divergences and expanding the areas of agreement,” Mukherjee said in his address to around 400 members of the Indian diaspora here in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province.
Indirectly referring to China’s decision to block India’s inclusion in the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG), Mukherjee said India had always supported Beijing’s inclusion in international organisations. India, he said, believed that China’s presence must be there in multilateral organisations as otherwise a huge population will be left unrepresented.
He said cooperation between India and China was expanding in almost every field — economic and political — and in various bilateral and multilateral fora.
Mukherjee said the development of Sino-India relations has been “phenomenal” in the last two decades, adding that bilateral trade has gone up from around $2.9 billion in 2000 to more than $71 billion last year. “But we are not satisfied because we do believe there is immense potential for trade and investment between the two countries,” he said.
Mukherjee’s visit takes place even as the two neighbours continue to negotiate old and new disputes amid the promise of closer economic ties and narrowing diplomatic differences. For one, the dispute over the 3,488km border continues to cast a shadow over bilateral relations.
Mukherjee is heading a delegation that includes the minister of state for textiles, SK Gangwar, four Members of Parliament, diplomats and journalists. The President said his delegation represented the “multi-party democratic system of India”.
After delivering a keynote address at a business forum here on Wednesday, Mukherjee will fly to Beijing for a series of bilateral meetings with top Chinese leaders, beginning with President Xi Jinping.
Mukherjee said PM Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping will have the opportunity to meet each other and share their views at the G20 summit, to be held in the Chinese city of Hangzhou in September.


computer froze turned off power, tried to restart all fans run but that is all.No signal to monitor no bios.
Have you got the speaker inside the computer connected? Are there any beeps, have you checked the connections for the graphics card and monitor?
Try removing all plug in modules (e.g graphics card, other PCI cards, memory) and see if it boots. I had a system where the graphics card packed in and must have been pulling down a power line and this stopped the pc booting.
It could be worthwhile re-setting the bios to the default settings, this is commonly done by moving a jumper on the motherboard. Before doing this obviously make sure all power is off, and observe anti static precautions. Try doing this and then booting up to see if all OK, you may then have to adjust various bios settings such as fsb etc. Please if you are unsure about any of this then tell us before going any further !
speaker in computer connected but no beep.removed all hardware off mobo and replaced, but no joy.cleared CMOS as well.
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Allen's premise is simple: our ability to be productive is directly proportional to our ability to relax. Only when our minds are clear and our thoughts are organized can we achieve stress-free productivity and unleash our creative potential. He teaches us how to:
From core principles to proven tricks, Getting Things Done has the potential to transform the way you work - and the way you experience work. At any level of implementation, David Allen's entertaining and thought-provoking advice shows you how to pick up the pace without wearing yourself down.
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"[Allen is] the personal productivity guru." (Fast Company)
This book was a great book to listen to - it gave loads of great ways to get yourself organized and info on filing systems and such. This isn't the kind of audio book that you should listen to while on a long drive, etc. as this takes a lot of thought and some writing exercises. I've gained lots of great info to get myself organized - the biggest hurdle is still myself. :)
Can anyone really follow the advice given, with countless folders put in right order?
We live in electronic age. We deal with paper less and less. The author assumes otherwise.
To me, not useful at all.
I agree with David's time and resources management practices! Question: Will we be able to be follow through as this audio books author David suggests, all the time?.... Good to keep trying and remembering David's steps to completing projects... Enjoy being more in control of your valuable time. Will appear more efficient and organized to other associates. (Actions applied from this book can be applied to work and home life - In my opinion).
If you are organized, don't waste your money. On the other hand, I am not and this book helped me a great deal.
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As many of you that have read my previous postings will know I have a keen interest in the history of derailleur gears and have accumulated a sizeable collection.
It has been suggested that I write a little about interesting models on a regular basis. This I will try to do in the hope that some of you will also find the subject interesting.
My first derailleur was an early French Simplex Tour de France model which I fitted to my Raleigh Lenton Sports in place of its original Sturmey Archer four speed hub gear. The Simplex was a three speed and had a much closer range of ratios than the Sturmey but it was a derailleur and that is what all the racing men used.
An early Simplex "Tour de France" model.
The Simplex Tour de France was the most popular racing derailleur in the period following the second World War. It was used by many of the top riders of the day including the Tour de France winners Robic in 1947, Coppi in 1949 and Kubler in 1950.
<Ferdi Kubler wins the 1950 Tour using a Simplex TdF derailleur.
A 1950 TdeF with it's wonderful presentation box.
An exploded view of the TdeF derailleur.
Like most derailleurs in the forties and fifties The Tour de France is a "push rod" design. The derailing cage with it's pulleys is attached to the end of a telescoping shaft. The cable is attached to the other end of the shaft by means of a toggle chain. Pulling the cable pulls the derailing cage to the next smaller sprocket. When the cable is released a large coil spring pushes the cage back. This central coil spring also applies tension to the chain.
The big advantage that the Simplex had over it's rivals was a second chain tensioning spring and pivot at the upper end of the main arm. This spring loaded pivot ensures that the upper pulley remains close to the sprockets irrespective of sprocket size. The close coupling of pulley and sprocket ensures crisp gear changes.
There is a nut at the end of the shaft that holds the whole mechanism together. It was not unknown for this nut to come off the shaft whereupon the spring shot a multitude of parts across the road much to the despair of the rider and the hilarity of his riding companions.
The patented "two sprung pivots" design was peculiar to Simplex from its introduction in 1946 TdeF model right through the Simplex range until the company's demise in the late eighties. Now all derailleurs use this design.
Fausto Coppi on his Simplex TdeF equipped Bianchi. 1949.
During their hey-day Simplex had factories in Italy and Germany. No doubt Coppi used Italian made Simplex which were somewhat better finished than those made in the parent factory in Dijon.
The Simplex Tour de France model was made in four types: three speed and four speed for 1/8" chain and four speed and five speed for 3/32" chain.
For it's time the Simplex Tour de France was a relatively reliable and efficient mechanism. The UK distributer described it in their advertisements as: "The gear with guts and glamour".


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OneZion – Hallelujah | Show Me Mercy
Isaac A. Jr (Born 20 June 1985),Known by his stage name OneZion, formerly Known as KZeek The ( Mr Romantic Crooner), he is a singer-writer, Konga Drums Player, He Started His Career at his Early age, OneZion Has a Christian Background and he plays Drums in church In His Early age, He’s inspired by the likes of Lucky Dube, Max Romeo, OneZion who is formerly known by the name KZeek Started Music Professionally in the year 2003, He’s was formerly know as a afrobeat / Reggae Dancehall Singer.
OneZion also known as KZeek is Know By is most famous song (Iwo Lo Fine Ju) ft Zeez, released in 2012 and (Mr Romantic) ft Yemi Alade released in 2013, and so many others singles with Videos that gains so much Airplay On Mtv, Trace Etc.
OneZion Had an Encounter with God In 2014, which is the reason why he decided to go into full Gospel Reggae/ Christian music, He Changed His name from KZeek to OneZion, Here is His first Gospel Music Selections, Titled SHOW ME MERCY and HALLELUJAH SONG.
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Cash is a four-letter word for many buyers in today’s housing market. Buyers love all-cash sales because it means less hassle and a faster transaction. But many buyers can’t compete with cash buyers.
During the third quarter of this year, there were 452 all-cash sales in the Tri-Cities. That’s a little more than one of ever thee single-family, townhome, or condos resales in the seven-county region, according to ATTOM Data Solutions’ Q3 Home Sales Report.
And while cash sales nationwide declined to 2007 levels, the local market isn’t seeing the same thing.
The market share for cash sales in the four-county Kingsport-Bristol Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) was down 3% from Q3 last year. That’s not unexpected. Three of the MSA’s counties enjoyed some hefty single-family price appreciation so far this year, and Sullivan Co. has been one of the hot spots in a market where the entire region is a hot spot. The Kingsport-Bristol MSA includes Sullivan and Hawkins counties in NE Tenn. and Washington and Scott counties in SW Va.
At the end of September, Sullivan County’s average price was running 9.1% better than the first nine months of last year while Scott’s 9-month average price appreciation was up 33.4%, and Hawkins year-to-date growth rate was 14.5%. Washington County’s rate was down 7.96%, according to the Northeast Tennessee Association of Realtors’ (NETAR) Home Sales Report.
Still, cash sales accounted for 441 resales. That’s a 31.9% share of all the MSA’s resales.
JOHNSON CITY MSA
There were 411 all-cash sales during Q3 in the three-county Johnson City MSA for a 36.5% market share, up 2% from last year’s annual market share. The Q3 market share was also higher than the 2019 annual 35.8% share. That MSA includes Washington, Carter, and Unicoi counties.
Two of those counties have year-to-date positive average price appreciation rates so far this year. Washington Co. prices are 23.7% better than the first nine months of last year, and Erwin has an 8.5% average price growth rate. Carter County’s year-to-date rate is 8% lower than it was last year.
LOCAL CASH SALES OUTPERFORM U.S. RATE
Nationwide, all-cash purchases accounted for 21.6% of single-family home and condo sales in the third quarter. That’s a 24% decline from Q3 last year and the lowest market share since 2007.
Cash sales are just one segment of ATTOM’s Home Sales Report that includes raw profit on home sales and return-on-investment data, homeowner tenure, and distressed sales. While the Tri-Cities market does meet most of the benchmarks for inclusion in all of the report’s segments, ATTOM does its analysis based on MSA-level data. The Tri-Cities market is broken into two MSAs, and ATTOM’s analysis is not reported on the Consolidated Statistical Area (CSA) level.
The localized Q3 distressed sales will be updated on this website later this week.
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Yucca Plant Blossoms
My yucca plant no longer bears blossoms. I noticed it has gotten a sister plant next to it, but neither bears any blossoms. What can I do to get blossoms again, please?
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The plant may be putting too much energy into growing the 'sister' plant, preventing it from producing blooms. Try separating the plants and see if this helps. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/yucca/separating-and-repotting-yucca-offshoot-pups.htm

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It Is primarily used In retail sector, quick service restaurants hotels and others. Growing retail sector coupled with Increasing need to expand virtual space In retail outlet Is driving the growth of food and beverages vending machine across the globe. However, high initial investment for the installation of vending machine may effects its market growth in the near future. Buy Full Report: http://www. perslstencemarketresearch. Com/market-research/food- endangers-vending-machine-market. Asp Food vending machine market is segmented on the basis of product type which includes beverages vending machine and food vending machine.
Among both of these segment food vending machine is expected to show a healthy growth during the forecast period. Beverages vending machine is further sub segmented as hot beverage vending machines, cold beverage vending machines and soda/ beer/ liquor/ wine vending machines. Among all of these sub segment cold beverages vending machine Is expected to contribute highest In terms of revenue. However, soda/ beer/ liquor/ wine vending machines is expected to show a substantial growth during the forecast period.
Moreover food vending machine is further sub segmented as candy vending machines, snack vending machines, fresh food vending machines, frozen food vending machine, fruits vending machines, milk vending machines and others (egg vending machine). Among all these sub segment snack food and candy vending machine in the near future. Food and beverages vending machine is further segmented on the basis of end use which includes airport, corporate offices, schools/colleges, hotels and quick serving restaurants (USSR) and others.
Among all these segments quick serving restaurants is expected to contribute highest in terms of revenue followed by airport. Credit-card acceptance offers convenience and also healthier food option is attributed to this growth. Moreover, revenue through airport is predicted to play an important role in food and beverages vending machine market. 2 2015 – 2021 On the basis of geography, North America is expected to contribute to the highest in terms of market share in food and beverages vending machine market followed by Europe. The governments have made labeling of nutritional values on products mandatory.
Vending machines are capable of displaying such content clearly is predicted to drive the growth of food and beverages vending machine market across North America region. Whereas, Asia pacific is concerned it is expected to register a healthy double digit growth by 2020. In Asia pacific region China is expected to be the most dominant market for food and beverages vending machine followed by India. Increased introduction of new hot beverages suitable for vending machine is promoting the growth of food and beverages vending machine in China.
Continuous research and development and introduction of intelligent vending machine is expected to fuel the growth of food and beverages vending machine market in near future. Moreover, automated retailing coupled with ability to minimize operational cost is also predicted to support the growth of food and beverages vending machine market during the forecast period. Request Full TOCK: http://www. persistencemarketresearch. Com/tock/6454 Some of the major players operating in food and beverages vending machine market includes Fuji Electric Co. Ltd. , Innovative Vending Solutions LLC, CATCH Corp., Bulk

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We are a manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of uPVC windows and uPVC sliding windows based in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India. Our windows are specifically designed for the Indian environment. The profiles are designed to adapt to varied Indian climates such as high heat and cold, as well as heavy rains. uPVC windows are basically classified into two types.
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The NFYI Board awards Congresswoman Karen Bass the Champion of Youth & Children Award at NFYI’s annual fundraiser, An Afternoon of Learning and Celebration, hosted on December 4, 2021, by “Flipping Out” star Jenni Pulos.
LOS ANGELES (December 4, 2021) On Saturday afternoon, NFYI members, board members, staff, donors, and former foster youth gathered virtually to celebrate another year of NFYI’s foster youth advocacy work with An Afternoon of Learning & Celebration. Producer, comedian, and TV star Jenni Pulos returned to virtually host the event for the second year in a row, where NFYI supporters raised over $283,000 for the organization.
“Before I became involved with NFYI, I rarely shared my accounts of being in foster care or experiencing homelessness because I didn’t believe that my story mattered,” said NFYI alumnus member and former Shadow Day Delegate Tanisha Saunders as she presented Congresswoman Bass with the Champion of Youth & Children Award. “NFYI not only empowered me to utilize my voice to affect change, but I gained a chosen family of current and former foster youth who I can rely on to this day.”
The event featured original performances by former foster youth, informative videos about NFYI’s work, and remarks from Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Karen Bass, Congressman Don Bacon, Congressman Jim Langevin, Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence, L.A. County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, NFYI Board Chair Wendy Smith and NFYI Executive Director Rebecca Louve Yao.
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi remarked, “…Karen Bass has long been a guardian angel for youth too often forgotten or left behind. Throughout her entire career she has fought ferociously to improve foster care…Karen Bass has brought lawmakers together from both sides of the aisle to create the Congressional Foster Youth Caucus, which to this day is leading the charge to reform our faltering foster care system.”
Launched in 2012, National Foster Youth Institute was created to organize foster youth and families, foster care alumni, and allies in Congress and across the country to mobilize around transforming the child welfare system. NFYI annually engages over 250 current and former foster youth across the US.