The Health Benefits of Bird Watching.
One of the healthy hobbies that contribute positively to your health and life is bird watching. Being an activity that you can also do as a family or as a couple, it will help you spend more time together and connect better as a result. More benefits to be gained from bird watching are discussed below.
If bird watching is your hobby, then you also tend to develop some fondness for nature and for the outdoors. Spending a lot of time outside looking for and watching the birds in their natural habitat is the main reason why since the beauty and serenity of the whole scenario is just irresistible. Loving nature will prompt you to spend a lot of time outside, soaking a lot of natural Vitamin D into your system as well as taking a break from all the hustle and stresses of the world, and this is very good for your health.
Bird watching can also teach you patience, which is a valuable virtue in the real world since a lot of situations call for patience to be able to get through to them. One has to be patient to first learn the various types of birds that are there and where they are found; when it is time to watch them, on also has to wait for long hours just to catch a glimpse of the bird when it finally appears hence learning patience in the process.
Bird watching is also a great cardiovascular exercise for a healthy heart. This is because, as a bird watcher, sometimes you may have to walk long distances in search of a certain bird. Most birds, especially the exotic ones, are found deep in nature where they are not easily found by humans or high … Read More..Read More →


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Tottenham Hotspur forward Gareth Bale will be sidelined until September with the foot injury that has kept the Real Madrid target out of the Premier League club's pre-season build-up, said manager Andre Villas-Boas. Also read: The more expensive the player, the more uproar: Carlo Ancelotti on Gareth Bale
The absence until next month of Wales international Bale, the subject of a world record bid of more than a reported 85 million pounds ($132.23 million) from Real, means he could have played his last game for Spurs if he joins Madrid.
Villas-Boas said the 24-year-old will not be fit until the league game at north London rivals Arsenal which is scheduled to be played the day before the transfer window closes on Sept. 2.
Bale will miss Tottenham's Premier League opener at promoted Crystal Palace on Sunday, the Europa League playoff first leg away to Georgian side Dinamo Tbilisi on Thursday and their first home league match of the season against Swansea City on Aug. 25.
"For the games against Palace, Tbilisi and Swansea, he will not be in line to threaten to come back," Villas-Boas was quoted as saying by British media on Friday.
Bale has not played since scoring in Tottenham's opening pre-season friendly at Swindon Town on July 16 since when he has suffered with a hamstring injury and now a foot problem.
He joined up with the Wales squad for the international friendly against Ireland on Wednesday but was not fit to play.
"We will have to see how he returns from (international duty with) Wales and assess if the pain in his foot has stopped troubling his progress to return into first-team training," added Villas-Boas.
"Obviously he is very far off regarding his fitness compared to the others, so it will take some time to bring him back to the level that the others are after six weeks."


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Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1872–73: 105. 1874. Didymodon tortula Harv. in Hook., Icon Pl. Rar. 1: 18. 1836. Glyphomitrium tortula (Harv.) Mitt., J. Proc. Linn. Soc. (London), Suppl. Bot. 1: 46. 1859. Type. Nepal: Wallich s.n.
Ptychomitrium mairei (Thér.) Broth., Symb. Sin. 4: 4. 1929. Brachysteleum mairei Thér., Bull. Soc. Sci. Nancy sér. 4, 3: 4. 1925. Type. “Colline de Ma-li-ouan, 2500 meters.” (isotype H).
Ptychomitrium speciosum Wils., Kew J. Bot. 9: 325. 1857, nom. nud.
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Tuesday 9 until Thursday 11 of June Bemo Rail will be present at the event TOC. This time in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The Terminal Operations Conference & Exhibition (TOC) is the longest-running series of trade events for the international shipping, port and terminal communities in the world.The TOC Container Supply Chain exhibition and conference is the global meeting […]
The TOC CSC: Asia event returns to Singapore on 21 – 22 April 2015 to bring together stakeholders of the entire container supply chain who rely on port productivity as a vital element in their logistic operations. Off course Bemo Rail is also present, as Bemo MMP. This event is your platform to learn, debate & network […]
Bemo Rail has designed and introduced a multifunctional working platform for STS cranes. This platform is specially designed for maintenance works on the trolley rails. ZPMC and Bemo Rail have entered into a cooperation to increase the level of service to our customers. Bemo Rail has extensive experience with rail products and related services and […]
We’re proud to say Bemo Rail is in June officially certified by DNV for EN1090 at the highest execution level 4! Read more >> The newest norm -which legally started in June 2014- for making steel constructions. This means we’re trend setting! DNV noted that our employees are passionated and well educated. Now we can […]
Recently Bemo delivered the brand new Bemo shunting locomotive BRD80 at Vopak TTR. Vopak Terminal TTR has a special focus on wagonloads. Just like the existing loc, this new one has a radiographic remote control.
Recently Bemo Rail installed and produced new shunting systems at OCI Rotterdam Europort. This installation will be used at the existing ammonia wagon loading. As usual the steering has been completely integrated into the steering of the loading. This means a seamless cooperation between all protections and interlocks.
Soon the Bemo rental fleet will be expanded with a new locomotive: the Gmeinder D25B shunting locomotive of 40t. It is equipped with new diesel engine, pneumatic installation and completely new control and wiring. Also, the wheel sets are overhauled and equipped with new tires and wheel is also addressed sheet metal and conservation. This results […]
Bemo Rail has commissioned by Kenz–Figee renewed the railway structures of the crane at Smals in Cuijk. The work consisted of providing and replacing the katrail and the supply and replacement of the turntable. The last mentioned was quite a challenge. The rails of the turntable was replaced without the crane have been taken off. […]
Bemo Rail has the complete project at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal in Hong Kong successfully! Kai Tak Cruise Terminal is a gate to Hong Kong and from Hong Kong to Asia. The cruise terminal offers efficient service to board and disembarkation of cruise passengers and also there is a wonderful roof terrace where visitors can dine. Bemo Rail […]
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Shimano 105 7000-series components offer much of the same technology and functionality as their top-level 11-speed drivetrains at a more budget-friendly price point. The RD-R7000 rear derailleur provides stable shifting performance and wide-range compatibility in two different cage lengths. The Shadow RD design limits the amount the derailleur sticks out from the side of the bike, reducing the risk of it making contact with objects and bending. - Maximum cog size: 30t (SS) / 34t (GS) - Total capacity: 35t (SS) / 39t (GS) - Pulleys: 11t - Chain compatibility: HG-EV 11-speed/HG-X11 - Direct mount compatible
Shimano's Alivio Shadow Rear Derailleur is built to withstand the rigors of off-road riding, with a lightweight aluminum body and low-friction pivots for incredibly easy and smooth shifting. And, the Alivio features 11-tooth pulleys, which alternate chain-link contact to reduce wear and smooth pedaling. • Cage Length: Long • Chain Wrap Capacity (teeth): 45 teeth • Color: Gray • Drivetrain Speeds: 9 • Largest Cog (teeth): 36 • Rear Der/Shifter Compatibility: Shimano Mountain • Rear Derailleur Mount Type: 10x1 Standard , Shimano Rear Direct Mount
The Shimano Altus RD-M310 rear derailleur is a quality, durable replacement rear derailleur for 7 and 8-speed drivetrains. - 13t upper and 15t lower pulleys - Maximum cog size: 34t - Total capacity: 43t
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Shimano's CX70 Front Derailleur was designed from the ground up for the uiquely punishing world of cyclocross. Mud-shedding plates fight back against ice and debris build up. Reinforced pins stiffen the plates for fast shifts under the worst conditions, while special attention has been paid to the derailleur pivots and arms so they shed mud and ice. The cage size is optimized for the close-ratio chainrings common on cyclocross bikes. The CX70 Front Derailleur is available as either a top or bottom pull model to suit your bike.
Shimano's Claris rear derailleur is a perfect replacement part or upgrade for 8-speed road drivetrains. HyperGlide technology results in smoother, faster shifting. - Maximum cog size: 32t (SS) / 34t (GS) - Total capacity: 37t (SS) / 43t (GS) - Pulleys: 11t - Chain compatibility: HG 8-speed
Shimano's Deore Front Derailleur features wide pivots and a rigid cage for awesome shifting and top-notch durability. Made for triple-ring set ups, it's 10-speed compatible. It's a dual-pull, so it'll work with any cable routing, and its design gives you better rear tire clearance.
Shimano's Deore Shadow+ Rear Derailleur is loaded with mountain bike technology. The Shadow design tucks the rear derailleur closer in to the wheel, reducing damage from rocks, roots, and trail obstacles. When it comes to gear changes, Shimano's Dyna-Sys supplies consistent, smooth shifting across the entire cassette. And the Shadow+ clutch maximizes chain control by virtually eliminating chain slap and excess noise with its integrated cage-tensioning clutch. - For use with Shimano 10-speed drivetrains - High-efficiency drivetrain for aggressive trail riding - Optimized gear combinations and ratios for trail riding - Maximum cog capacity: 41T (medium cage)/43T (long cage) - Compatible with wide range cassette - Silent and stable for technical trail riding - Improved stability and chain retention longevity - Light shifting effort - OPTISLICK cable - Smooth and precise shifting - DYNA-SYS compatible system
Shimano's Deore Front Derailleur delivers smooth shifting and less cadence shock along with top-notch durability. Made for triple-ring set ups, it's 10-speed compatible. You'll get stable performance, even with full suspension MTB, as it shifts properly while the rear suspension handles rough trails and obstacles. - Consistently quiet driving while rear suspension position changes - Custom plate design for single spike gear structure - Chain catcher - Close step (10T) - Efficient cable routing - OPTISLICK cable - Swing Action: side swing - Top Gear Teeth: 40-42T - Chain Line: 50 - Chain Stay Angle: 66-69
Shimano's Deore Shadow Rear Derailleur is ready for mountain bike action. The Shadow design tucks the rear derailleur closer in to the wheel, reducing damage from rocks, roots, and trail obstacles. When it comes to gear changes, Shimano's Dyna-Sys supplies consistent, smooth shifting across the entire cassette.
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Shimano's Deore XT Front Derailleur sports a lightweight aluminum cage that's chrome plated to reduce wear, and uses wide parallel pivots to provide fast, smooth, and reliable front shifting. This derailleur uses direct mounting and is specifically optimized for 2x10 set ups.
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Shimano's Deore XT Rear Derailleur uses cold-forged construction and cutting edge technology to deliver crisp shifting, real-world reliability, and trademark precision. Plus-type derailleurs use a lever-actuated clutch spring to prevent chain slap, reduce noise while on the trail, and improve chain engagement when riding over rough terrain. Sealed pulley bearings keep things spinning smoothly, and wide plate construction prevents the derailleur from getting clogged with mud and debris.
The Dura-Ace 11-Speed Front Derailleur is Shimano's top-of-the-line front changer. The body is made of cold-forged aluminum for weight savings and high strength, and the pivots are spaced extra wide for amazing shifting. Through a redesigned pull arm and change in actuation ratio, Shimano has reduced the shifting effort by 43% while also reducing the throw of the shift lever for the fastest, easiest, smoothest front shifting yet. Plus, the lightweight aluminum cage is nickel plated for superior durability.
Grab ahold of Shimano's Dura-Ace Di2 Front Derailleur and say hello to near-telepathic shifting. This futuristic front derailleur monitors the position of both derailleurs and trims automatically, ensuring that you have proper derailleur position and no chain rub, no matter what chainring and cog combination you may find yourself in. This is also the fastest and most accurately shifting front derailleur Shimano has ever made, getting you into the big ring more reliably and with greater speed. The derailleur uses Shimano's E-Tube wiring system for waterproof connections and simple, clean setup, and the lack of cables and housing increases service life and reliability.
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Shimano's Dura-Ace Di2 Front Derailleur Braze-On Adapter is the correct mount for electronic Di2 derailleurs and their fast powerful servo motors.
Put the future of shifting under your control with Shimano's Dura-Ace Di2 electronic rear derailleur. Feather-light cold-forged aluminum and carbon fiber construction offer exceptional weight savings and extreme durability. The Di2 9070 rear derailleur is optimized for Shimano's 11-speed drivetrains, and uses their proprietary E-Tube wiring technology for waterproof connections and simple installation. Sealed pulley bearings ensure smooth operation, and crash protection mode moves the derailleur inward and out of harms way if your bike takes a tumble.
- Rider Tuned For Sharp And Silky Shifts - 20% Light Shifting Operation - New Shadow Design With Optimized Slant Angle - Optislick New Shift Cable With New Hyper Low-Friction Coating Technology - Chain Stability Improved - New Shadow Design With Optimized Slant Angle For Stable Gear Position - Efficient Shifting And Smoother Driving - Efficient Pulley Teeth Design - Increased Traction Range For Long-Travel And Active Rear Suspension - Series : SLX: SLX - Maximum Sprocket : 42T(2x11-speed) or 46T(1x11-speed) - Minimum Sprocket : 11T: 34-38T - Front Difference : 10T: 48.8 - Total Capacity : 41T: 66-69 - Average Weight : 323g: 145.6g
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Enjoy quality and reliability with the Shimano Tourney 6/7-speed rear derailleur. It makes use of Shimano SIS, HyperGlide, and Double Servo technologies for smooth, accurate shifts. - Wheel-type cable guide - Maximum cog size: 34t - Total capacity: 43t
Shimano's 11-speed Ultegra Di2 Front Derailleur makes the dream of lightning-quick front shifting a reality. Its intelligent electronic brain senses the location of your chain, providing impossibly fast, smooth, and accurate shifting, even under load — all with the simple push of a button. Auto-trim functionality maintains clearance between the chain and cage no matter what gear combination you choose. Since there are no cables and housing to stretch, wear, or fail, Shimano's Di2 front derailleur delivers like-new performance ride after ride.
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Shimano's electric-shifting 11-speed Ultegra Di2 Rear Derailleur is driven by battery power and a servo motor, so shifts are fast, precise, and perfect every time. It's made of light, tough cold-forged aluminum while mid-cage and short-cage models give you your choice of cassette. Since there aren't any cables or housing to stretch or fail, maintenance is dramatically reduced and shifting accuracy is unprecedented. This high-tech derailleur is even designed to move inward under impact to reduce the potential for damage in a crash.
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Shimano's Ultegra Rear Derailleur delivers category-defining 11-speed shifting. At the heart of the derailleur is a light, tough, cold-forged-aluminum body with a wide, rigid pivot design that maximizes shifting speed and equalizes shift effort across the cassette. Smooth-spinning pulleys use sealed bearing to keep out the dirt and ensure quiet running in the miles to come.
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Many CNA jobs in Green Isle MN are available within the medical field. With the elderly population increasing in Minnesota, the need for CNA’s in Green Isle MN continues to increase. According to healthcare industry experts the need for Certified Nursing Assistants in Green Isle MN should steadily continue growing over the forseeable future.
Within the next few years, professionals forecast that there will be a huge increase in Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in Green Isle Minnesota. In fact the need for CNA’s has eclipsed any other job in healthcare in Minnesota.

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This year wasn’t any different and the publication released names of 30 Africans sourced from four categories featuring 30 in each: Business, Technology, Creatives and Sports.
Here are 5 Kenyan sports personalities who made it into the 2019 Forbes Africa top 30 under 30.
Emmanuel Korir - Track and field athlete
Korir is the sixth-ranked fastest athlete in the men’s 800 meters, of all time. According to the IAAF, last year, he won all but one of his races.
He holds the record for the fastest outdoor time of the year, winning at the IAAF Diamond League meeting in London last year.
He clocked 1:42.05, making it the world’s fastest 800 meters performance since 2012.
He was nominated for the Male Athlete of the Year award in 2018 by the IAAF and won two gold medals at the African Championships, as well as the Continental Cup.
Faith Kipyegon - Track and field athlete
Faith is one of Kenya’s long-distance trailblazers. In 2017, she won gold after beating one of the world’s best, Caster Semenya, at the World Championships in London.
She is currently training for the next big race at the 2020 Olympics.
Kipyegon also won gold at the 2016 Summer Olympics and gold at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Beatrice Chepkoech - Track and field athlete
Chepkoech is an award-winning Kenyan track and field athlete.
She became the first woman to break 8:50 and 8:45 after clocking a running time of 8:44.32 in 2018.
Among some of the medals, she bagged are the two gold medals she received last year; one at the 2018 Ostrava IAAF Continental Cup and the other at the 2018 Asaba Nigeria African Championships.
Sabrina Simader - World-renowned ski racer
The 21-year-old Kenyan born in Kilifi is a world-renowned ski racer. She learned to ski in Hansberg, a small mountain in Austria.
Simader represented Kenya at the Winter Youth Olympics in 2016 in Lillehammer, Norway.
She was nominated for the Sports Woman of the Year and the Youth of the Year awards in the African Women in Europe organization 2017.
She plans to conquer the Winter Olympic Games in 2022 in China and the Alpine Ski World Championships in Italy in 2021, making her the second Kenyan after Philip Boit to represent the East African nation at the Winter Games.
She founded the Kenya Ski Association to groom other young Kenyans in the sport.
Margaret Nyairera Wambui - Track and Field Athlete
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Today, February 4, 2014, has been set aside as World Cancer Day to recognize those who are cancer survivors.
If you could, would you give one million dollars to help defeat cancer? Well you can and it won't even cost you one dollar. Chevrolet is ready to foot the total amount with your help - if for one day you will change your profile photo to purple on your Facebook page.
For the details on how you can go purple and honor cancer survivors on your Facebook page check out details at this site? Go to the site and follow the simple instructions. It will take a few minutes for your profile to change. Chevrolet will donate $1.00 for each change - up to one million dollars. There are also instructions on how to change your profile back to its original color.
While many more people have been surviving cancer in recent times, it is still not enough. There is an answer for everything under the sun – and there is an “Answer to Cancer!”
From a medical standpoint, prevention, early detection, research, better treatments, and more affordable health care (that is only between the doctor and patient) are key. The love and support of family and friends are vital to the well being of any cancer patient regardless of the type of cancer.
It is highly probable that not a single soul on the face of the earth has not, in some way, been affected by some type of cancer – either personally or because of someone they love.
Chevrolet had been a close supporter and ally of the American Cancer Society in their many efforts to help early detection, to help when the dreaded disease is detected, and to help finance more research.
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Their web sites are the most comprehensible and informative way to educate yourself about this deadly disease – from prevention, to diet, to treatments, etc.
Today they are featuring a special article in recognition of World Cancer Day by giving insight into myths about cancer and then the truth.
Myth 1: We don’t need to talk about cancer.
Truth: While cancer can be a difficult topic to address, particularly in some cultures and settings, dealing with the disease openly can improve outcomes at an individual, community and policy level. The American Cancer Society has lots of pointers for talking about cancer, whether it’s with friends and family, your doctor, or others.
Myth 2: Cancer… There are no signs or symptoms.
Truth: For many cancers, there are warning signs and symptoms and the benefits of early detection are indisputable.
Myth 3: There is nothing I can do about cancer.
Truth: There is a lot that can be done at an individual, community and policy level, and with the right strategies, a third of the most common cancers can be prevented. Avoiding tobacco, maintaining a healthy body weight, eating right and getting enough exercise, and getting appropriate cancer screening tests can all make a significant difference.
Myth 4: I don’t have the right to cancer care.
Truth: All people have the right to access proven and effective cancer treatments and services on equal terms, and without suffering hardship as a consequence. The American Cancer Society is committed to fighting cancer worldwide.
Today, as in any other day, would be a good time to call someone you know who is a cancer survivor or someone who is still fighting the battle. Prayers and loving support from family and friends can go a long way in bringing peace to those who have been so adversely affected by this evil disease. ~~~~
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The latest on COVID-19 in the Triad, North Carolina and the United States with an afternoon update from Guilford County:
Number of N.C. cases: Tuesday's data shows 1,514 new cases, according to the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. The state's cumulative total now stands at 846,284. There were a total of 19,841 tests completed Monday. Of the tests returned Sunday, 6.2% were positive, according to the latest data available.
In Guilford County: There are two different official counts of Guilford County’s COVID-19 numbers:
• According to Tuesday's update from state health officials, Guilford County has a total of 39,157 cases (729 cases per 10,000 residents) and 539 deaths. That's an increase of 68 cases since Monday's report and two new deaths.
• According to the Guilford County Division of Public Health, there are 2,395 active cases of COVID-19 and 38,462 cumulative cases as of Tuesday, the latest data available. The county health department has verified 513 deaths related to COVID-19. Some 79 Guilford County residents are currently hospitalized and 1,240 have been hospitalized for treatment of COVID-19 since the pandemic began. The health department said 35,726 county residents have recovered from the illness.
In the region: Tuesday's state data shows Alamance County with 15,459 total cases (912 cases per 10,000 residents) and 217 deaths; Davidson County with 14,463 total cases (863 cases per 10,000 residents) and 149 deaths; Forsyth County with 31,305 total cases (819 cases per 10,000 residents) and 338 deaths; Randolph County with 12,918 total cases (899 cases per 10,000 residents) and 196 deaths; and Rockingham County had 6,713 total cases (738 cases per 10,000 residents) and 59 deaths.
Demand is high and supply is low, so vaccination appointments often fill up quickly. Officials recommend to check back often.
Cone Health: There were 89 patients hospitalized with COVID-19 as of early Tuesday, according to Cone's online tracker, one fewer than Monday. This figure excludes emergency room patients. The hospital system is at 69% of its intensive care unit capacity.
N.C. deaths: North Carolina has recorded 10,965 deaths from COVID-19 as of Tuesday, an increase of 31 from Monday's report.
N.C. hospitalizations: 1,563 people were hospitalized Monday, according to state health data based on reports from 97% of the state's hospitals. That represents a decrease of four from Sunday, according to the most recent data.
Some sites offer testing on an almost daily basis. Others offer testing on a temporary basis. Check back for updated clinic sites.
Across the U.S.: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States and its territories have recorded more than 27.99 million cumulative cases of COVID-19 as of Tuesday afternoon. New cases increased by 55,419 from Monday. The CDC also reported 1,578 new deaths nationally Tuesday to bring the U.S. pandemic death toll to 498,993.
For more information: In North Carolina, call 211 or 888-892-1162. Get updates by texting COVIDNC to 898211. Click here for more information about COVID-19.
Note: Health officials warn that data is preliminary and can change as information is updated and as processes for collecting data are modified.


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Westchester- Taxpayers handed out flyers in the Village of Westchester yesterday, informing voters of the dangers of Home Rule.
“Its been a tough fight, but I am confident in a taxpayer victory in Westchester,” said Jim Tobin, president of Taxpayers United of America (TUA). “Every report I get shows residents fed up with taxes, and unwilling to deal with any more tax increases.”
“Home Rule is the mechanism bureaucrats use to unleash a flood of taxes on taxpayers. Home Rule removes Property Tax Caps non-Home Rule municipalities have, removes the right taxpayers have to vote on tax increases, and allows local politicians to create new taxes.”
“Moreover, we will start seeing municipalities begin to implement their own income taxes,” said Tobin. “The greedy bureaucrats in Chicago have found a way to use Home Rule to steal even more taxpayer money. If Chicago successfully lobbies Springfield for this power, it will allow every Home Rule municipality to pass an income tax.” “Thankfully, taxpayers are waking up to the heavy tax burden they pay to subsidize lavish government employee lifestyles. I am confident the majority of taxpayers will reject Home Rule on March 17, and will hold firm on any future tax increases like Gov. Pritzker’s Income Increase Amendment. This is the year taxpayers tell the tax thieves enough is enough.”


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The Silmarillion, now published four years after the death of its author, is an account of the Elder Days, or the First Age of the World. In The Lord of the Rings were narrated the great events at the end of the Third Age; but the tales of The Silmarillion are legends deriving from a much deeper past, when Morgoth, the first Dark Lord, dwelt in Middle-earth, and the High Elves made war upon him for the recovery of the Silmarils.
Not only, however, does The Silmarillion relate the events of a far earlier time than those of The Lord of the Rings; it is also, in all the essentials of its conception, far the earlier work. Indeed, although it was not then called The Silmarillion, it was already in being half a century ago; and in battered notebooks extending back to 1917 can still be read the earliest versions, often hastily pencilled, of the central stories of the mythology. But it was never published (though some indication of its content could be gleaned from The Lord of the Rings), and throughout my father’s long life he never abandoned it, nor ceased even in his last years to work on it. In all that time The Silmarillion, considered simply as a large narrative structure, underwent relatively little radical change; it became long ago a fixed tradition, and background to later writings. But it was far indeed from being a fixed text, and did not remain unchanged even in certain fundamental ideas concerning the nature of the world it portrays; while the same legends came to be retold in longer and shorter forms, and in different styles. As the years passed the changes and variants, both in detail and in larger perspectives, became so complex, so pervasive, and so many-layered that a final and definitive version seemed unattainable. Moreover the old legends (‘old’ now not only in their derivation from the remote First Age, but also in terms of my father’s life) became the vehicle and depository of his profoundest reflections.
In his later writing mythology and poetry sank down behind his theological and philosophical preoccupations: from which arose incompatibilities of tone.
On my father’s death it fell to me to try to bring the work into publishable form. It became clear to me that to attempt to present, within the covers of a single book the diversity of the materials – to show The Silmarillion as in truth a continuing and evolving creation extending over more than half a century – would in fact lead only to confusion and the submerging of what is essential I set myself therefore to work out a single text selecting and arranging in such a way as seemed to me to produce the most coherent and internally self-consistent narrative. In this work the concluding chapters (from the death of Túrin Turambar) introduced peculiar difficulties, in that they had remained unchanged for many years, and were in some respects in serious disharmony with more developed conceptions in other parts of the book.
A complete consistency (either within the compass of The Silmarillion itself or between The Silmarillion and other published writings of my father’s) is not to be looked for, and could only be achieved, if at all at heavy and needless cost.

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I just found this thread, Sailguy40, and you have my extreme sympathies.
What you said about not messing with a person's boat is right on.
So, it was a crappy way to start out for sure, but luckily you've got some great advice from the many capable Sailnetters here. You take care of this problem, and you'll really
be bonded with your Cal 25.
I hope you'll keep us in the loop as your fix progresses!
Thanks but I think I must of already been bonded with my boat. I guess the bonding must of happened within the first 2 days
It sure is weird because normally yes I would be mad but with this try mad x10
Yeah I got some really good advice thats for sure. From what I am seeing, it seems if I can just get the mast down (which I am going to try) I might can fix it for a couple hundred dollars. I actually do have the spreader that came off. Just both end peices are gone, the mounting piece and the rubber fitting that the shroud fits in, but its just old and shot, probably needed to be replaced anyway. West Marine has a lot of this stuff. Not sure about the rubrail but I think they had those too. I just have to get the darn mast down. I even thought about renting a lift truck (actually was pretty reasonably priced) and just working on the mast like that. This way I would not even have to take it down. I am going to put it in a marina where it is at, I am cancelling the southshore deal. I don't have a choice because it can't be sailed or even motored with the mast as it is now. If that aft shroud breaks, and its weak too, that mast is going to come crashing down. I am also wondering if I have a small leak in the front of the keel. I had some water collect there but its probably from a deck leak elsewhere, had some rain that day. It had a couple minor deck leaks the seller had told me about. I bilged the water out and mopped it all up. So now if it don't rain in a few days and it has water down there when I go back, it must have a very slow leak and I will have to fix it.
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Whenever I hear or think about banned books, I always remember this scene from the 1984 movie, Footloose.
In this scene, the highly influential Reverend Moore stops the ultra conservative citizens of Beaumont from tossing library books that they deem as offensive and/or unsuitable into a burning trashcan. He exclaims, "Satan is not in these books! He's in here, he's in your hearts. Go on home, all of you. Go sit in judgement on yourselves."
That scene and that comment have really stuck with me over the years and I hold the same opinion. You see, I believe wholeheartedly in freedom of the press, in free speech, in the freedom of access to information, and the freedom of choice. Those are some of the essential cornerstones on which our country was founded and they are liberties that I, as an American, enjoy. Having said that, however, I must also admit that I believe when it comes to children, that appropriateness is key, be it music, movies, video games, online media, or books. (And let me just state for the record - the whole debate of what is "appropriate" is a discussion for another day and another blog entry. LOL! It isn't a simple case of black or white. It falls into a gigantic gray area.)
So, basically here's my stance: I strongly believe that some books are appropriate for certain ages, but not necessarily for others. I also believe that the banning of books as a whole is wrong.
In honor of Banned Books Week, I'm going to exercise my right to read whatever I damn well please and I encourage you to do the same!
I have chosen two books: The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky and Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury.
I chose The Perks of Being a Wallflower because it is one of the top ten most frequently challenged books of 2014-15. I chose Fahrenheit 451 because I can't think of a better book to read during Banned Books Week than a book about the banning of books.
I'm also participating in Megan's (@ Semi Charmed Kind of Life) Banned Books Week Photo Challenge.
I'm still new to the "Twitterverse," but I will be using Twitter for my photos. You can follow me on Twitter @edb214 .
Happy Banned Books Week! I encourage you to enjoy a freedom that is often questioned, challenged, and denied of many throughout the world. Happy reading to you!

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Children's Books Spotlighting African Americans: Bring the Representation & Visibility They Deserve
Black History is American History. We need to be teaching about influential, world changing people of color all year long-not just in February. We think it's especially important that children of color are exposed to diverse books in our classrooms! According to Conscious Kid, "Each year, there are more children’s books published about animals than Black people. Black people have historically been, and continue to be, underrepresented, misrepresented, or invisible in children’s literature. Black male characters are even less visible, and even fewer still, are books reflecting positive and empowered depictions of Black boys."
We realize how "white & European" history is and this is shameful to us. We want to ensure that our students see the many facets of American history-the good, the bad, the ugly (in an age appropriate way) so today we're sharing many of the books we've added to our classrooms to ensure that all students are well represented. Our classroom libraries try to keep the 50-50 fiction/nonfiction balance so I'll be sharing quite a few informational texts BUT I'd like to share these AMAZING graphic novels first.
Do your students love graphic novels? I love using graphic novels to motivate and engage reluctant and struggling readers. It's even better when those graphic novels feature history AND represent many different cultures and backgrounds. Most of the ones I've found are by Graphic Library published by Capstone Press. These books are perfect for upper elementary and middle school classrooms. There's a mix of text boxes and comic bubbles, a glossary, index, and amazingly detailed comics. My favorite female graphic novels are Bessie Coleman: Daring Stunt Pilot and Wilma Rudolph: Olympic Track Star. My boys always tended to gravitate toward Muhammad Ali: American Champion and Nat Turner's Slave Rebellion as their top pics. They are a bit of an investment but if you think you'll stay in the same grade level for several years or teach history, these are well worth every penny. Your students will love them and they will thank you for adding these to your library. (Consider creating an Amazon Wishlist or Donors Choose to help fund these!)
Do you use Rookie Reader Biographies in your classroom library? I've been using them for YEARS and they are amazing for students in upper grades who are struggling and reluctant readers. Many are out of print now, but you can find some on Amazon and be on the lookout at your local thrift stores. I love Rookie Readers because they have pictures and larger text for readability, short chunks of information on each page, and come in a HUGE range of nonfiction topics. You will be gently exposing them to a wide variety of information that they can appropriately digest- without the risk of them feeling threatened, overwhelmed, or confused. Honestly, they are perfect for any elementary classroom. While their reading levels typically range from second to third grade, they are great quick reads or again, helpful for adding more nonfiction texts to your classroom library.
Nat Geo Kids have always been my "go to" source for quality nonfiction. While their collection of African American biographies is quite limited, the text features are on point and the text levels are perfect for upper elementary readers.
Next, we love the "Who Was" series. They are for older students (third grade all the way into middle school) but really go in depth into the biographies of important people, each includes 10-12 chapters kept to 100 pages, timelines, and some B&W sketches to keep things interesting. As of January 2020, they have 22 influential African American musicians, athletes, politicians, business owners, inventors and civil rights leaders in the series. Personally, I think students would most love the stories of Aretha Franklin, Louis Armstrong, Bob Marley, Tuskegee Airmen, and Venus & Serena Williams!
After thoughtfully going through our extensive library of children's books, we realize our picture book selection is somewhat limited. We have many picture books about abolition and slavery specifically, but we need more featuring Black culture. We've added our favorites found on IG (#picturebooks) to our Amazon Wishlist and will add to this list soon! Once you've found some great books to read with your students, download this free Black History Month Comprehension Crossword Puzzle to review the key vocabulary you've learned.
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Slice House spices up St. Andrews
Owners opening new bar next door
PANAMA CITY — St. Andrews Slice House serves 61 gourmet pizzas by the slice or the pie — from the Truffle Shuffle to the Crusty Crab Pizza.
"It's fun to hear them say the name back to you — Boom Shakalaka," said Phill Mercer, who owns the Beck Avenue restaurant with fiancée Elizabeth Melvin.
The couple even have their own namesakes — the Elizabethan Thymes (oil and garlic, mozzarella, lemon chicken, yellow onions, tomatoes, fresh thyme) and the Phillicious (oil and garlic, mozzarella, shaved rib-eye, green peppers, white mushrooms and yellow onions). But Boom Shakalaka is Mercer's fave with oil and garlic, mozzarella, pineapple, Peppadew peppers, jalapenos, red onions and a Boom Boom drizzle. Melvin digs the fresh basil on the Classic.
"We have 61 pizzas here, and 52 at Slapsticks," Melvin said of their other St. Andrews restaurant — Slapsticks Cue & Brew on Calhoun Avenue. "We're going to try to get 100 here by Halloween — it will be awesome!"
While the extensive menu can be a little overwhelming, it's also kinda fun — a conversation piece if you're taking your time deciding while sipping on a craft beer or wine at the inside bar or next door at the Salty Oak Brewing Co. (The brewery doesn't serve food, but will bring you food from a few nearby restaurants — or you can bring in your own.)
Slice House originally opened in April 2018, but garnered a whole new following after Hurricane Michael hit in October 2018.
"Slice House lost a quarter of the roof, lost power and a lot of product," Mercer said.
The restaurant was able to reopen the next month — and customers since have spilled onto the large outdoor space next door that once was home to Floriopolis.
"There was always a fence between us, and the hurricane blew it over," Mercer said. "We set up chairs/tables, and it started blowing up, and we closed the alleyway in; it's good for music outside."
Anthony Peebles has played while customers share pizzas at tables or enjoy a slice at the outdoor bar. (Inside, there's only a handful of seats at the bar and two-top tables.)
"We even have pizzas for people who don't want pizza," Melvin said with a laugh.
The menu also includes starters, from garlic bread to stuffed Peppadews.
"We also have a great salad selection here; we try to give people a choice," Mercer said. "You can do just about anything with pickled vegetables."
And sometimes the salad has been the inspiration for the pizza, such as Dazed & Confused. Customers began ordering the Summer Daze (Romaine, spinach, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries and blue cheese crumbles with blue cheese dressing) as a pizza.
"It actually has fruit and is really good as pizza," said Mercer, who admitted he was surprised. "The blue cheese kinda brings that sweet and savory together; that's the ingredient that does it."
The Dazed & Confused begins with an oil and garlic base with spinach, mozzarella, chicken, dried cranberries, mandarin oranges and blue cheese crumbles.
"If you can put it on a salad, you can put it on a pizza. And if you can put it on a pizza, you can put it on a hot dog," Melvin said.
She and Mercer hope to bring their former Sizzle Dog, which once served 38 hot dog creations on Beck Avenue, back in the form of a hot dog cart.
"Before Sizzle Dog, we're going to have a pizza bus rolling," said Mercer, who has continued to put his ideas into motion. "Slice House is the one we want to keep going."
A second Slice House is in the works on Magnolia Avenue in downtown Panama City.
Customers and employees have even gotten involved in the creations and naming, such as the Educated Savage topped with a variety of meat and Road Trippin' that has black olives resembling "little tires" and mushrooms.
"Employees can name a pizza. If they sell enough, it goes on the menu," Mercer said. "We gave Zach a challenge, and he sold 50 slices — 10 whole pies the first day."
Zach Attack includes red sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, shaved rib-eye, apple cider bacon, jalapenos, raw cheddar and ranch drizzle.
"And we have a Crusty Crab Pizza with the crab cake mixed from (Just the Cook) Ernie Hall's Crab Trap recipe," Mercer added.
Though they make all the dough and sauce, no matter what you try, you can have a crispy slice within minutes.
"The bases for the slices are par-baked, so it takes about five minutes," Mercer said. "Par-baked adds the extra dynamic for a crispier slice."
The dough on the whole pizzas is a little softer.
Though Floriopolis was destroyed, Mercer and Melvin are working to reopen it as a new bar, Burgunbarrel, within the next couple of weeks. It also will be the site of the couple's wedding reception in September.
Burgunbarrel, a "made up" name, will serve dessert pizzas, charcuterie boards and small plates to go along with wine, beer, Amavida coffee and even "tasty water," Melvin said.
The bar, which will be open from 4 p.m. to midnight, features tables and a countertop crafted from trees downed during Hurricane Michael.
"The piano is out of someone's house from the storm, even the wine racks," Mercer said. "The speakers are from the side of the road."
Light fixtures, table bases, and even a cooler have found a new home at the corner bar.
"It's crazy how many people lost everything, and it's in storage sheds," Melvin said. "A lot of stuff also came out of our house because we basically live at our work."
"And all the signs on the wall are how we met interesting people," Mercer said.
The wall also includes musical instruments, even cymbals from Dan's Pawn.
"We're doing our thing with a homey feel; everyone enjoys that," Melvin said.
And the 1940s Hobart Mixer will soon be churning out ice cream during wine-tastings "to make it kind of an experience," Mercer said. "Anyone can go to a bar and get drunk. But to go somewhere and have something you've never had creates a memory, makes a better first date, gives you and your date something to talk about, a conversation piece."
What: Gourmet pizza by the slice or by the pie, starters and salads, craft beer and wine
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday
Where: 1127½ Beck Ave., St. Andrews


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US: Whole Foods buys Arizona, California stores from New Frontiers Natural Marketplace
Whole Foods Market is to buy four stores from local US retailer New Frontiers Natural Marketplace.
The natural and organic grocer has moved for three outlets in Arizona - one each in Flagstaff, Prescott and Sedona - and a store in San Luis Obispo in California.
Andrew Wolf, a US retail analyst at BB&T Capital Markets, said: "We view this deal positively since it allows WFM to efficiently enter four smaller markets in which it does not currently operate and further illustrates that the chain is well positioned to exploit food retailing consolidation opportunities."
The outlets will be renamed Whole Foods. The deal is expected to finalised "in the next few weeks", Whole Foods said.
"We are excited to expand our presence to new markets in Arizona and Central California, bringing our fresh, delicious and competitively priced products with the highest quality standards in the business to these vibrant communities," Patrick Bradley, a regional president of Whole Foods, said.
Wolf said the new stores were 22,000 sq feet on average, compared to the average Whole Foods, which is 38,200 sq feet in size.
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Hello, fellow investor! In this article, we are going to give our unbiased review of the Interactive Brokers investing platform for users residing in the UAE. It is one of the largest global brokers, well-renowned for its longevity (founded in 1978) and reputation.
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The choice of financial products is wide, including both basic and advanced investments such as stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, currencies, options, CFDs, and futures, but not cryptocurrencies.
In summary, Interactive Brokers is a well-balanced platform and a good choice for global investors of various experience levels.
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👍Reputable, publicly listed, and well-regulated company
👍Wide choice of financial products and global markets
👍No inactivity fee
👍Low commissions, currency exchange fees, and trading spreads
👍No minimum deposit ($0)
👍Available as desktop, web, and mobile-based application
👍Educational resources and tools for investors
👍Advanced features: different order types, margin trading, research and analysis tools
👎Higher learning curve than some other platforms
👎More complicated account opening and fund depositing process than average
👎Complicated fee structure
👎Cryptocurrency trading not available
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👎Fractional trading available for US stocks only
Interactive Brokers offers two distinct account types which influence the fee structure: Tiered and Fixed. The Tiered account fees are usually lower for relatively smaller trades, while the Fixed account may be cheaper when dealing with larger sums. Fees also vary across different markets and financial products. Below we have listed the fees for the US markets:
|Financial product||Tiered account||Fixed account|
|US Stocks/ETFs||$0.0005 to $0.0035 per share ($0.35 minimum per order)||$0.005 per share ($1.00 minimum per order)|
|US Options||$0.15 to $0.65 per contract ($1 minimum per order)||$0.65 per contract ($1 minimum per order)|
|US Futures||$0.25-$0.85 per contract||$0.85 per contract|
|Spot Currencies||0.08-0.20 basis points x Trade Value per order ($1-$2 minimum per order)||0.08-0.20 basis points x Trade Value per order ($1-$2 minimum per order)|
|US Bonds||0.2-10 basis points x Face Value ($1-$5 minimum per order)||0.2-10 basis points x Face Value ($1-$5 minimum per order)|
|US Mutual Funds||Lesser of 3% x Trade Value or $14.95 per transaction||Lesser of 3% x Trade Value or $14.95 per transaction|
|CFDs||Share CFDs: $0.003-$0.005 per share ($0.65-$1 minimum per order)||Share CFDs: $0.003-$0.005 per share ($0.65-$1 minimum per order)|
Other than the listed fees, there may be additional third-party fees, such as regulatory fees, exchange fees, clearing fees, and pass-through fees (usually a very small fraction of the trade).
To see the detailed fee structure for the markets and financial products that are of interest to you, alongside third-party fees, please visit this link.
It is important to note that you may come across older information about IB having a minimum deposit and an inactivity fee, but both have been levied in recent years.
Users can deposit funds directly in AED currency but will incur relatively low currency conversion fees (listed above) when purchasing assets listed in other currencies.
Markets & Products
The wide choice of financial products is one of the biggest pros of using Interactive Brokers. Having access to over 150 global markets and the most popular financial products, chances are that this platform will have the product you are looking for.
Financial products include stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, currencies, options, CFDs, and futures. However, cryptocurrency trading is not available for UAE investors. See the table below for available financial products:
A full list of global markets on which you can find these products can be found by visiting this link.
Interactive Brokers also offer margin (leveraged) trading, subject to different requirements, such as portfolio size, frequency of trading, and trading experience. Margin loan rates have been rated as the lowest on the market by the site stockbrokers.com.
It is important to note that Interactive Brokers does not offer an option of an Islamic swap-free account and that fractional share trading is only available for US stocks.
Safety and Regulation
Interactive Brokers is regulated by top-tier financial institutions such as US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). It is a member of the NYSE, FINRA, and SIPC. It is also publicly traded on the NASDAQ exchange and is overall considered a reputable and well-regulated broker, being in business since 1978.
When opening an account from the UAE, you will be opening it through the subsidiary “Interactive Brokers LLC”, which is under the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (“SIPC”) for a maximum coverage of $500,000 for your assets (with a cash sub-limit of $250,000) per investor. Nonetheless, it is not licensed by the local UAE regulators (DFSA and ADGM) and does not operate a local UAE office.
Platforms and Tools
There are three ways to access the Interactive Brokers trading platform:
- Desktop application (Windows): IB Trader Workstation (TWS)
- Web-based application Client Portal
- Mobile application (Android & Apple) IBKR GlobalTrader
All three applications offer many basic and advanced features, with the desktop application being most suitable for power users. However, for most investors, the web and mobile applications offer more than enough in terms of features.
The mobile app is probably going to be the primary app of choice for beginner investors since it is a bit simpler to use than web and desktop applications.
Some of the features available on all three applications include:
- Portfolio and positions performance over time
- Fund depositing and withdrawal
- Executing trades
- Setting watchlists
- Transactions history
- Latest financial news
- And many more
How to open an account
The account opening process is somewhat lengthier and more complex than at some other platforms. The usual personal information, documents, and a photograph are required to confirm your identity. Other than that, Interactive Brokers also requires info about your previous experience which determines which financial products you will have an access to.
Also, you can choose between different fee structures (Tiered or Fixed), although that can be changed later easily in the account settings.
After the account has been verified, you will need to deposit funds in order to make trades. This process is also more complex than average. You will have to go to Home – Deposit – Use a new deposit method. In UAE, only the bank wire is an acceptable deposit method.
After a deposit method has been created, you need to select it and enter the desired deposit amount and an optional transaction reference number in order to get the transfer instructions. Only then you can actually deposit the funds by using your preferred deposit method.
It is important to note that there is no minimum deposit on regular (cash) accounts, but there is a $2000 minimum deposit for margin accounts.
Interactive Brokers supports 24 currencies in its account, including USD, AED, AUD, CAD, CHF, CNH, CZK, DKK, EUR, GBP, HKD, HUF, ILS, JPY, MXN, NOK, NZD, PLN, SAR, SEK, SGD, TRY, ZAR and KRW (with special conversion functionality).
For currency exchange, there are 100+ currency pairs available and spreads are as low as 1/10 PIP. Currency exchange fees are also low, being 0.08-0.20 basis points x Trade Value per order ($1-$2 minimum per order).
If you are not yet an Interactive Brokers customer, you can try the platform out free of charge by opening a free trial account. It gives you access to all IB’s platforms, market data for all products, research and news platforms, advanced trading tools, and the ability to compare fees with other platforms. You can also convert it to a live account later on by finishing the application on their website.
If you already have an Interactive Brokers account, then a demo “Paper Trading Account” is automatically created for you. It can be found by going into Settings – Account Configuration – Paper Trading Account. There you can create a separate User ID and password for the Paper Trading Account and then wait for the confirmation email.
Customer Support & Reviews
Interactive Brokers’ customer support is available through three channels:
There is also an extensive FAQ section with a search function and question categories.
That being said, there have been mixed reviews of their customer support. You can see some of their customers’ experiences on an independent review platform Trustpilot, where they hold a 3.8 (out of 5) rating at the time of writing this article.
Their mobile apps have also gotten a mixed bag of favorable and less favorable ratings and you can see their current ratings and reviews on the following links for the Google Play Store and Apple’s App Store.
To sum it all up, Interactive Brokers is a reputable platform with a wide variety of financial products for both beginner and advanced users. Some of the other most important pros of the platform include low fees and spreads, no activity fees or minimum deposits, and the choice between desktop, web, and mobile-based apps.
The most important cons are the steep learning curve of the platform and somewhat complex account opening and fund depositing processes. Customer reviews and support seem to be a mixed bag.
Overall, it is difficult to find a broker which ticks so many boxes and is available in such a large number of countries, markets, and currencies as Interactive Brokers.
Did we provide you with the necessary info to decide if Interactive Brokers is the right choice for you? Let us know what you think about our review in the comments below!

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In the last six months, the marketing and advertising industries have felt the pressure to minimize – or even eliminate – their inclusive efforts.
Paramount's newly released "The Industry In Progress Report," showcased the significant decline in the representation of Black and Hispanic individuals in advertising. Black representation decreased from 16.5% to 14.3%, while Hispanic representation dropped from 9% to 5%. The decline in Hispanic representation was most disproportionate compared to their population size and buying power of $2.1 trillion. In contrast, the white population remains overrepresented relative to its share of the total population.
The report also highlighted the need to focus on disability representation, including individuals with mental and psychological disabilities, Middle Eastern, and South Asian people.
The Association of National Advertisers (ANA) understands the importance of multicultural advertising and held its twenty-fifth Multicultural Marketing and Diversity Conference in October. This hybrid event, held both in-person and virtually, served as a platform to explore effective strategies for reaching multicultural markets and to engage in critical discussions about industry challenges.
In one session, “Candid Discussion on Inclusion in the Marketing and Advertising Industry,” experts and advocates delved into the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings on diversity and inclusion efforts in advertising, the waning representation of diverse audiences in advertising, and the crucial role of internal champions and education.
The panel, moderated by Jack Myers, Founder and Media Ecologist at MediaVillage Education Foundation, included Genny Hom-Franzen, Executive Director at the Asian American Advertising Federation (3AF); Meghan Bartley, Director of Agencies, Brands, and Engagement at GLAAD; and Ozzie Godinez, CEO/Co-Founder of PACO Collective.
The Impact of Supreme Court Rulings
The opening remarks of the panel set the stage for a candid discussion. The panelists expressed concerns about recent Supreme Court rulings on women’s rights and their implications for diversity and inclusion initiatives. While the legal rulings primarily revolve around issues related to education and affirmative action, their ripple effects have subsequently affected advertising.
One fear is that the rulings could be interpreted as a license for corporations to backtrack on their commitment to diversity and inclusion, both in representation in marketing as well as hiring.
Myers cited a recent survey that The Myers Report conducted of 4,200 industry professionals. Of those, sixty-two percent had been in the business for fewer than eight years, yet the diversity of professionals has remained unchanged.
“Overall, as an industry, we’re not doing enough,” Myers declared.
The Need for Internal Champions and Education
One of the key takeaways from the panel was the need for internal champions within organizations. These champions are individuals who can advocate for diversity and inclusion initiatives and push for change from within. They play a pivotal role in shifting mindsets and corporate practices.
However, the responsibility for change should not be on internal champions alone. “Don't go and grab the one person in your organization that represents that community and make them responsible for it,” emphasized Bartley.
Education is another critical component of a more inclusive advertising industry. Many industry professionals remain unaware of the impact of diversity and inclusion efforts. According to Paramount’s study, 53% of consumers exhibit greater loyalty to brands that reflect individuals like themselves, while 58% are inclined to purchase from brands that similarly represent their demographic.
Panelists highlighted the importance of providing education and evidence to support the business case for diversity. The U.S. buying power of marginalized communities is over $6.75 trillion, which is a compelling argument to corporate America for change.
Moving Beyond Checkmarks
Authenticity is crucial in the process. This means more than just putting out statements or launching campaigns; it involves making genuine efforts to be a part of and support these communities.
While the panel acknowledged the progress that has been made in the industry, it also recognized that the advertising landscape is at a critical juncture.
“We’re stuck on the ‘how,’” said Bartley.
One way to combat this is to ensure advertising teams have the right experts in the room. Having the right people in the room is critical to building authentic stories. Godinez believes that “end-to-end inclusivity” starts with hiring. Another way to ensure this is by working with minority-owned agencies or non-profits like GLAAD.
“Having a crisis plan is your number one priority,” said Bartley. “Make sure you have experts in the room that can help you curate your plan so that you are comfortable making decisions in any situation.”
Hom-Franzen echoed Bartley’s sentiment about consulting with experts and noted that 3AF is the leading resource for Asian advertising and marketing.
It’s crucial for the advertising industry to recognize that diversity and inclusion are not optional; they are essential for the growth and sustainability of businesses. As the panel concluded, the call to action to the advertising industry was clear: commit to authentic change and make diversity and inclusion more than a checkbox – make them the heart of advertising.
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Market on Wheels
One of the highlights of working with Extension is occasionally escaping from the office to interact with folks and farms in the county. A quick visit to the Wednesday Watauga County Farmers market in the K-Mart parking got me to open my wallet to some fresh produce and honey. I also got to check in with Bill Moretz, President of the Watauga County Farmers Market and local farmer. He was getting ready to deliver a trailer full of CSA shares. Each week in the summer, he's delivering bushel boxes of produce to the hospital for staff to enjoy some of the fresh produce the High Country has to offer. You can also find Bill and other local farmers at the Watauga County Farmers Market on Saturdays and the Blowing Rock Farmers Market on Thursday afternoons.

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Details: From one of gaming’s most acclaimed sagas, Gears is bigger than ever, with five thrilling modes and the deepest campaign yet. With all-out war descending, Kait Diaz breaks away to uncover her connection to the enemy and discovers the true danger to Sera – herself
- From one of the most acclaimed game franchises in history, Gears 5 delivers an epic campaign and brutal action across five thrilling modes.
- Campaign: With all-out war descending, Kait Diaz breaks away to uncover her connection to the enemy and discovers the true danger to Sera - herself.
- Escape: A new, aggressive, high-stakes co-op mode featuring a three-player suicide squad that must work together to take out enemy hives from within
- Versus: May the best team win! With 10+ other game types plus new and classic maps. Versus rewards every competitive style, from casual to pro
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Great non-fiction book about a dog trained to find beached and/or sick dolphins so they can be rescued. Will appeal to dog and dolphin fans as well as kids who enjoy any book about animals. Other stories focus on monkeys and rats as "animal heroes."
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I am excited about adding this book to our school library. I think it is a subject the kids will want to read, and the appearance will catch their eyes. In the world of Common Core, I am interested in finding more non-fiction books like this one for my students to read.


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The quiet Gold Suites offers luxurious guest rooms close to Cultural Village Santorini of the past, Archaeological museum and Cultural Village . Featuring Cycladic architecture, the hotel is opened since 2009.
This property is positioned in the center of Imerovigli. There are bars, pubs and restaurants in the area.
Enclosed by a cathedral, a museum and a sanctuary, the hotel offers a magnificent view over the sea.
The hotel comprises 14 rooms equipped with a laptop-compatible safe, cable TV with on-demand movies, LCD TV, an iron with ironing board and a dining area. Guests will enjoy views of the Aegean Sea from their rooms. The rooms feature an electric kettle, a fridge and coffee/tea makers as well as en suite bathrooms with a hairdryer, dressing gowns and toiletries.
Eat & Drink
The 24-hour restaurant provides light meals. There is an onsite Poolside bar to relax in. Kapari Wine Restaurant and Anogi offer an assortment of dishes within 100 meters of the property.
Gold Suites provides guesets with laundry, free shuttle service and ironing service.
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Absolutely! Everything we make is gluten-free, and produced in our dedicated gluten-free facility. Our ingredients are carefully sourced to avoid any cross contamination throughout the supply chain. We have tested all of our products and results have shown zero traces of gluten and dairy. Our double chocolate brownies are gluten free and grain-free.
We know it can be a little confusing! Here’s the deal: Many oat processing plants use the same lines for glutinous grains, but oats themselves do not contain any gluten. This means that oats are indeed naturally gluten-free, but we need to be careful to make sure there is no cross-contamination in the processing or the field. We purchase oats that are certified gluten-free to make sure there is no chance of any cross contamination. You can read more about our oats from our oat supplier here.
In the case you are still avoiding oats, please note that only our cookies contain oats. All brownies and blondies do not.
This used to be true, but times have changed. Here’s some new info from the Canadian government.
All of our products are dairy-free, egg-free and vegan.
We like a little sweetness, but only use just enough! No sugar highs and crashes here. Our brownies and coconut blondies are sweetened with dates (we use whole pitted dates and puree them). Our peanut butter blondies are sweetened with dates and coconut sugar. All of our cookies are sweetened with a combination of pure organic unsweetened fruit puree (apple or banana) and coconut sugar. All products do contain semi-sweet chocolate chips, which are sweetened with cane sugar. The day they make chips with coconut sugar, we’ll be the first to use them.
We always have our ear to the ground about new, exciting ways to sweeten foods naturally. However, our approach is to focus on sweeteners that are health promoting, lower on the glycemic index and also contain nutrients (that’s why we use dates, unsweetened applesauce, banana puree and coconut sugar), rather than eliminating all sugars completely. While we have no immediate plans to change any of our existing recipes, we love experimenting with new ingredients over on the blog - so stay tuned, and we just might show you how to make something yummy with sugar substitutes!
Unfortunately, we’ve found it very challenging to source chocolate chips that are soy-free and available in industrial sizes for production. Our chocolate chips use soy lecithin as an emulsifier, but this ingredient comprises less than 1% of the chip itself. Other than the chocolate chips, we use no other soy ingredients. You could say our goods contain a minute amount of soy.
Not at all. Though we do have a couple of items that do not have nut ingredients (Fully Loaded Cookie, and Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie), all items are produced in the same facility. Although we do our best to prevent cross contamination, we are unable to guarantee that any product we produce is nut and/or peanut-free, so please exercise caution if you have any serious allergies.
Here’s a list of our products containing nuts:
Salted Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Blondie: contains peanuts
Double Chocolate Brownie and Chocolate Chocolate Chip Blondie: contains almond milk
Choconut Fully Loaded Cookie: contains almond slices
Yes, we are totally Non-GMO.
We use organic ingredients as much as we can, but we are not completely organic due to availability or prohibitive prices (we want to keep our product as accessible as we can, from a price point for you). To keep things as clean as possible, if an item is on the “dirty dozen” list, we pledge to always use organic.
Our goods are high in fiber, contain a fair amount of protein, and are less sweet than conventional desserts. They have no artificial sweeteners and no white flour. We’ve had many diabetic customers report that 1⁄2 brownie may be the perfect snack, but do talk with your doctor to see what would be best for you.
Nope. We promise, you won’t even taste them. 99% of people can’t guess the main ingredient from taste–most think it’s chocolate or cocoa! The few special people who can guess are generally fans of chickpea or bean-based brownies, and are experimental bakers themselves.
While we’re so thrilled you love us this much, at the moment, we only sell our products to resellers. However, take a look at some of our home delivery options if you need a more convenient way to get your Shockingly Healthy fix!
Our products are sold at many coffee shops, health-food stores, and grocery stores across the greater Toronto area, as well as other cities across Ontario. Enter your postal code here to find your nearest retailer.
If your local GTA coffee shop or health food store isn’t selling our goods, Please let us (and them) know you’d like to see Shockingly Healthy products at their store! If you really want to be a Shockingly Healthy super champion, you can also print this page and hand deliver it to your local store manager or bakery buyer to make an even bigger impact!


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One of the biggest events on the West Coast of the South Island is the Wildfoods Festival in Hokitika. The Wildfoods Festival has become an iconic event with new wild foods introduced every year. Festival-goers have the opportunity to try crocodile bites, chicken feet, grasshoppers, colostrum cheesecake, mountain oysters and the infamous stallion protein shots. Rest assured though if you prefer gourmet style food, there are plenty of other delicious options.
Hokitika is only about 90 minutes drive from Franz Josef Glacier so you'll have time to eat something adventurous and still do a skydive here in Franz Josef Glacier. The 26th annual festival is happening on the 6th of March 2016.


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Leclanche is the specialist for taylor made battery pack solution. Mainly focused in the development, qualification and production of ruggedized battery pack solutions, our key markets are military, medical and professional segment. Specific know-how is available for large battery pack using li-ion and li-polymer technologies. Proprietary of Bullith batteries subsidiary. Leclanche hasa li-polymer titanate technology for high technology batteries.
Leclanche S.A. was established in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland in 1909. During the early years Leclanche designed, developed and manufactured dry cells (primary batteries) and lighting equipment, and already from the beginning-1920's diversified into capacitors, and later, rechargeable batteries (secondary batteries) and associated systems.
Today, the Leclanche Group of companies employs about 320 people in Switzerland and France, and is also available through an international network of partners and agents. Recognized as one of the few companies in the world to have a complete product line in electrical energy storage, Leclanche has a very large business spectrum with more than 60% dedicated to industry & OEM applications.
The company offers products for electrical energy storage applications including dry cells, lead-acid batteries (TRA-STA), rechargeable batteries, portable batteries (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, Li-Ion), capacitors (Electrolytic and Film capacitors), chargers and other related systems.
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Sam Armytage shares a glimpse inside her new life away from Sunrise
Former Sunrise host Samantha Armytage has posted a snap of her and husband Richard Lavender to share what her new life looks like- and boy does she look happy!
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Samantha Armytage has paid an emotional farewell to everyone on Sunrise.
The former Sunrise host, who tearfully announced she was stepping back from her role on the Channel 7 breakfast show after eight years alongside co-host David 'Kochie' Koch, has shared an insight into her new life.
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Sam posted an update of her and Richard just enjoying their new life. Image: Instagram
Sam is enjoying the slow life
The star took to Instagram to share a snap of herself and her husband Richard Lavender with a little life update.
“Edit your life frequently & ruthlessly. It’s your masterpiece after all.” My mum. And I did. And this is what the next chapter looks like...🥰☔💃🏼," she wrote with the smiley snap.
It didn't take long for fans to comment on how happy Sam looks with her new life edit.
"You look so happy .. fortune does favour the brave 👏❤🙏," a fan commented.
"❤ Farm life, huh! Tell me about it 😍. So happy for you but really miss your cheery nature and contagious laughter x," another fan wrote.
"You look blissfully happy too! Good on you!" shared another.
And another offered their final tip: "Enjoy these new chapters."
Sam said farewell to her Sunrise family after eight years on air. Image: Instagram
What's next for Sam after Sunrise?
When Sam announced she was leaving Sunrise, many went into speculation mode about what the Aussie star would do next. For now, it's just enjoying life on the land as Mrs Lavender and continue with her podcast, “Something to Talk About with Samantha Armytage”.
The podcast is in collaboration with Stellar magazine, the same publication that Sam writes a weekly column.
Seven West Media chief executive officer James Warburton said that he was sad to see Sam leave but understood her decision to leave.
“We wish Sam nothing but the very best for her break and look forward to announcing some exciting new projects for her in late 2021 and into 2022,” he said.
She explained that being ‘Mrs Lavender’ has made her appreciate the slower, country life, as she and her husband Richard live in an estate in the picturesque NSW Southern Highlands.
“I don’t think any of us want to do the same thing forever. There’s a lot about television that’s all about you and that’s an awful way to live your life. TV isn’t a place that’s necessarily very healthy,” she told interviewer Angela Mollard, before saying with a grin: “It’s full of sociopaths and narcissists – it can be a dangerous environment, let me tell you.”