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The invention relates to a beach towel which can be converted into a bag for carrying various accessories. The towel is formed by an elongated sheet, to an upper central part of which a pillow assembly is secured. A pocket is formed between the flexible sheet and the pillow assembly to retain a folded towel after the pocket has been turned inside out. Secured between the elongated sheet and the pillow assembly are a pair of handles which become exposed on the outside after the pocket has been turned inside out.
1. A beach towel, comprising:
an elongated sheet formed from a flexible material, said sheet having a front surface and a back surface;
a pillow assembly carried by an upper part of the front surface, said pillow assembly having one side unsecured to the front surface to allow turning of the sheet inside out and forming a bag for carrying accessories; and
a means carried by the back surface for securely engaging an upper part of said sheet on a back of a chair to prevent slipping of the towel positioned on the chair, said means comprising a transverse strip of flexible material attached to the back surface, said strip forming at least one pocket which is adapted for positioning over the back of the chair.
2. The towel of claim 1, wherein said strip is divided into a plurality of separate sections, each of said sections defining an open-ended pocket.
3. The towel of claim 1, wherein said pillow assembly comprises an inner wall, an outer wall secured to the front surface and a layer of fibrous material retained between the inner wall and the outer wall.
4. The towel of claim 3, wherein said inner wall carries a handle means for carrying the towel after the sheet has been turned inside out to form a bag.
5. A beach towel, comprising:
an elongated sheet formed from a flexible material, said sheet having a front surface, a back surface and an upper part;
a pillow assembly carried by an upper part of the front surface; said pillow assembly comprising an inner wall, an outer wall and a layer of fibrous material retained between the inner wall and the outer wall, said pillow assembly defining an open-ended pocket for retaining a folded towel after the pocket has been turned inside out; and
a transverse strip of flexible material attached to the back surface of said sheet, said strip forming at least one pocket which is adapted for positioning on a back of a chair for securely engaging the upper part of the sheet on the back of the chair to prevent slipping of the towel positioned on the chair.
6. The towel of claim 5, wherein said strip is divided into a plurality of separate sections, each of said sections defining an open-ended pocket.
7. The towel of claim 5, wherein a pair of handles are secured between the front surface of the sheet and the inner wall of the pillow assembly, said handles facilitating carrying of the towel after the pocket has been turned inside out to form a bag.
8. A method of converting a towel into a bag, comprising the steps of:
providing a first elongated flexible sheet having a front surface, a back surface, a top part and a lower part;
providing a second flexible sheet secured to the top part of the first sheet and forming an open ended pocket with said first sheet;
providing a pair of handles secured between said first sheet and said second sheet;
folding said first sheet from the lower part towards said top part; and
turning the pocket inside out while positioning the folded first sheet within the pocket, thereby forming a bag and exposing said pair of handles to facilitate carrying of the bag.
This invention relates to beach accessories, and more particularly to a towel which, when folded, forms a bag convenient for carrying accessory items.
Various decorated beach towels are produced by domestic and foreign manufacturers. These towels are larger in size than usual domestic towels to allow a person to spread the towel on the beach or by a pool and lie on the towel instead of sand or stone. Such beach towels are carried as a separate item to the pool or beach area along with various suntanning accessories, such as lotion and sunglasses, burdening the user due to their bulk. Additional disadvantage of conventional beach towels is the tendency of a towel to slip from the back of a lounge chair if the towel is placed over the lounge chair for additional comfort of the user.
The present invention contemplates elimination of drawbacks associated with the prior art and provision of a beach towel convertible to a bag for carrying secondary accessories.
It is, therefore, an object of the present invention to provide a towel which can be converted to a bag for carrying small items.
It is another object of the present invention to provide a beach towel which can be securely positioned on a lounge chair and which does not slide down from the back of the chair.
It is a further object of the present invention to provide a towel which has a built-in support for the user's head.
It is a further object of the present invention to provide a beach towel which is easy to fold/unfold and inexpensive to manufacture.
These and other object of the present invention are achieved through a provision of a convertible beach towel which comprises an elongated flexible sheet with a pillow assembly attached to an upper front portion. The pillow assembly is formed by an inner portion, an outer portion and a layer of fibrous material between the inner portion and the outer portion. The pillow assembly and the elongated sheet form an open-ended pocket which is adapted to retain the elongated sheet after the towel has been folded and the pockets turned inside out. A pair of handles secured between the elongated sheet and the pillow assembly become exposed to the outside after the pocket has been turned inside out.
A transverse strip of flexible material is attached to the back surface of the elongated sheet to form a flap which can be slipped over a top of a lounge chair to prevent slipping of the towel positioned on the chair. The transverse strip is divided into a plurality of pockets for retaining various accessories when the towel is spread on a horizontal surface.
Reference will now be made to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals, and wherein FIG. 1 is a top view of a beach towel in its unfolded condition.
FIG. 2 is a back view of the towel shown in FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a top view of the towel in a semi-folded condition.
FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the towel which has been folded to form a bag; and
FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the beach towel converted to a bag with the handles extended.
Turning now to the drawing in more detail, the towel in accordance with the present invention is generally designated by numeral 10. As can be seen in the drawings, the towel 10 comprises a generally rectangular sheet, made from conventional material, for example, terrycloth, and defining a front surface 12 and a back surface 14. Secured about the periphery of the front surface 12 is a decorative border material 16 which finishes the loose edges of the towel to produce a more aesthetic view. Four (4) small weights (not shown) are sewn into "pockets" made by the corners 18, 20, 22 and 24 of the border material 16. The weights prevent the edges of the towel from being lifted by wind when placed on the beach or by the pool in an unfolded position.
Secured along three sides 26, 28, and 30 to the front surface 12 of the towel 10 is a pillow assembly 34 which forms a convenient resting area for the head of the user. The pillow assembly 34 is formed by an inner and outer portion of flexible material between which a layer of fibrous loose material is positioned. The inner and outer portions are sewn together along the sides 26, 28, 30 and 32, after which the pillow assembly is attached to the front surface 12 by additional stitching extending through the sides 26, 28, and 30. The side 32 is not stitched to the front surface 12, allowing a pocket to be formed between the inner portion (not shown) of the pillow 34 and the front surface 12 of the towel 10.
The back surface 14 of the towel 10 carries an elongated transverse strip 40 of material similar to the material from which the rest of the towel 10 is manufactured. The strip 40 is divided into three sections, first section 42, second section 44 and third section 46. The first section 42 is separated from the second section 44 by a suitable stitching along the line 48, while the second section 44 is separated from the third section 46 by suitable stitching made along the line 50. As a result, three pockets made from sections 42, 44 and 46 and the back surface 14. The pockets are closed on three sides, having a common closed side on the top 52 of the towel 10. The fourth side of the sections 42, 44 and 46 is open to allow formation of open-ended pockets thereby.
When the towel 10 is spread out on a horizontal surface, for example on a beach or by a poolside, the back surface 14 of the towel 10 contacts the surface on which the towel is positioned. As a result, the pockets 42, 44 and 46 are hidden from view. The user may desire to place various small items, such as suntan lotion, and the like, into the pockets 42 and 46 without any discomfort, since the pillow assembly 34 occupies a central portion on the front surface 12 of the towel 10 which corresponds to the section 44 of the back surface 14..
When the towel 10 is placed on a lounge chair, the pocket 44, being larger in size than the pockets 42 and 46, can serve as a slip pocket for positioning over the back of a lounge chair to thereby retain the towel on the chair without slipping.
When not in use, the towel 10 can be folded in the following manner. First the towel is turned in such a manner that the back surface 14 faces the user. Then the towel is folded along the stitching lines 48 and 50 from the top 52 of the towel 10 to the bottom 54 thereof. The longitudinally folded towel will then present a view similar to that shown in FIG. 3. The pillow assembly 34 will appear on the side facing away from the user. The user then grasps the bottom 54 of the towel 10 and folds it up, towards the top 52 until a rectangle is formed, with the pillow 34 forming one side of the rectangle, as shown in FIG. 4.
Then, holding the towel at bottom corners 56 and 58, the user turns the pocket of the pillow assembly inside out, forcing the inner surface of the pillow assembly 34 to form the outside of the bag, and a portion of the front surface 12 of the towel 10 to form the opposite side of the bag. Once the towel is turned inside out, a pair of handles 60 and 62 become exposed. These handles are sewn to the inner portion of the pillow assembly 34 and are not seen when the towel is spread out as in FIGS. 1 or 2. However, once the user turns the pillow assembly inside out, the handles 60 and 62 become exposed and can serve as handles of a formed bag to facilitate in carrying of small items in the cavity 64 defined by the folded towel 10.
If desired, the surface of the towel 10 can be decorated with various prints, applique, and the like. The material from which the towel is manufactured can be selected from a wide variety of conventional materials suitable for the purpose of presenting a smooth, soft surface for the user to lie down. The fibrous material used in the pillow assembly 34 is preferably selected from a group of materials which are easily cleanable and which will not disintegrate during washing of the towel. The size of the towel can obviously vary, so as to accommodate different users.
Many changes and modifications can be made in the design of the present invention without departing from the spirit thereof. I, therefore, pray that my rights to the present invention be limited only by the scope of the appended claims.


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2 FGD4 Mutations Newly Identified in CMT4H Patient in China
New mutations in the FGD4 gene associated with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4H (CMT4H) have been identified in a 12-year-old boy in China.
The study, “Novel FGD4 Variants and Literature Review of Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Type 4H,” was published in Annals of Clinical Case Reports.
Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) is a heritable disease that affects the nerves responsible for controlling limb movement and sensation. CMT has several types and subtypes, each of which are caused by different genetic mutations and result in a range of clinical presentation.
CMT4H, a rare subtype, is caused by mutations in FGD4, the gene responsible for making the frabin protein.
Frabin is involved in regulating the function of Schwann cells. These cells are necessary for nerve development and the maintenance of myelin, the fatty substance that surrounds and protects nerve cells and helps to speed nerve impulses.
Since the initial discovery of FGD4 mutations in CMT4H, 40 cases across 24 families have been identified worldwide.
A team of Chinese researchers identified new FGD4 variants in a 12-year-old boy with CMT4H.
The boy came to their clinic with complaints of progressive gait problems, including walking on his toes, running slowly, and occasional falls. None of his family members had similar issues.
Upon evaluation, the researchers found that the boy had cavovarus foot or pes cavus, a skeletal deformity causing a high foot arch and foot dragging.
Motor conduction studies, which measure the speed of electrical signals along nerve fibers, showed that electrical impulses were significantly slow, a common occurrence in diseases like CMT4 that affect myelin.
A biopsy of the sural nerve, located in the calf, revealed the boy had fewer myelinated fibers than normal. In some spots, myelin was thickened and excessively folded.
These clinical findings were consistent with typical CMT4H presentation, the researchers noted.
Whole-exome sequencing, a technique used to find genetic mutations, found the boy had inherited two FGD4 mutations, one from his mother and one from his father, confirming a CMT4H diagnosis.
The mutations, c.1688C>A and c.1951C>T, had never before been reported in CMT4 patients or healthy people. The researchers determined that both mutations are probably pathogenic, or disease-causing.
CMT4 is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner, meaning a person must inherit a disease-causing mutation from both parents in order to have symptoms. Since each parent had only one mutated copy of FGD4, both were healthy compared with their son.
To date, several different mutations have been identified in FGD4, but different types of mutations, located in different parts of the gene, don’t seem to correlate with specific disease features, according to the researchers.
“There is no notable trend between the disease progression, phenotypic severity and the mutations of different types or in different domains,” the researchers wrote.
Frabin, the protein affected by FGD4 mutations, is involved in several nerve cell signaling pathways that could contribute to CMT4H disease presentation, they noted.
The team suggested that missing or dysfunctional frabin causes impairments in downstream signaling pathways that ultimately affect Schwann cell function.
“Overall, it is strongly suggested that CMT4H is a disease of various impaired signaling pathways,” the researchers wrote. “Further detailed [evaluation of the] molecular mechanism [that] underlies the signaling is warranted.”
These pathways, including those involving the Rho GTPase and Cdc42 proteins, could be targets of potential new therapies.
“Rho GTPases and the frabin-Cdc42 axis are promising candidates for molecules that are involved in several aspects of Schwann cell biology, including those associated with myelin development,” the researchers wrote.
Currently, there are no effective therapies for CMT4H that address its underlying cause.
“We are still far from a comprehensive picture of the information concerning frabin function and the following molecular signaling,” the researchers wrote.
“Identification of the underlying mechanisms of Schwann cell damage in inherited neuropathies may hold promise for the development of therapies not only for these rare entities but also for a broad spectrum of more acquired demyelinating disorders of the peripheral and central nervous system,” they concluded.

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The death of American missionary John Allen Chau at the hands of the indigenous natives of North Sentinel Island in the Bay of Bengal has renewed the debate over what to do about the remaining isolated tribes around the planet who neither have nor desire contact with the outside world. The Sentinelese have been in the news before and are somewhat infamous for their aggressive stance toward outsiders. They’re not the only ones, however, and such people are increasingly coming into conflict with modernity in the 21st century. (USA Today)
The death of an American killed by members of an isolated Indian tribe has turned a spotlight not only on the bow-wielding natives of North Sentinel Island but on “uncontacted” tribes around the world.
Fishermen who took John Allen Chau to the island reported later seeing tribespeople drag his body across a beach before burying his remains. Chau, 27, hoped to “declare Jesus” to them.
The Sentinelese lack immunity to common diseases such as the flu, and exposure from outsiders threatens their population, according to Survival International, a nonprofit focused on indigenous rights. Tribes elsewhere in the world face disease as well as land loss to industries such as ranching and logging.
The linked article provides a fairly comprehensive rundown of the other uncontacted tribes around the world (at least the ones we know about) including the Awá of the Brazilian Amazon, the Mashco Piro in Peru and Venezuela’s Yanomami tribe. Some of these groups number less than a hundred surviving members.
So here’s the question which has been raging for decades. Do we “owe it” to these tribes to drag them kicking and screaming into the 21st century so they can all have cell phones and Facebook accounts, jobs, modern medicine and all the other benefits of modern life? The Sentinelese are clearly aware that we are out here and that advanced technology exists. They just want nothing to do with it, fearing that they will fall victim to disease and lose their cultural heritage. (Both valid concerns.)
I would say the better question is to ask if we have the right to do that to them, rather than an obligation. If we want to open up the Sentinelese in that fashion we’d have to do it by force. At that point you’re not rescuing them… you’re conquering them. I understand that John Allen Chau was answering a higher calling and looking to spread the Word of the Lord to the “savages.” But missionaries run many risks when trying to do this work and Chau was well aware of the chance he was taking. He knew that those tribesmen were ready to kill him if he approached. He is rightly mourned, but let’s face it… his death was not the fault of the Sentinelese.
In South America, we have a different problem. Continued logging and mining are driving some of these tribes from their ancestral homes and sending them into nomadic lifestyles where their numbers are dwindling. The governments of those countries certainly own the rights to their resources, but perhaps they could leave some of the lands of the indigenous peoples alone?
I’m not saying there’s an easy answer here, but no… I don’t think we have the right to force modernity on these isolated tribes. If they wish to stick to their old customs and they’ve been on the land for thousands of years, it seems to me that they deserve to be left in peace. If they want to come out of the jungle and ask for help… great. Let’s help them out. But until then, they’re better left alone.

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The rapprochement being attempted by Saudi Arabia and Iran is the latest example of repositioning in the Middle East. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) told his country’s public broadcaster last week that he wanted 'a good and distinguished relationship' with Iran.
The statement of U.S. President Joe Biden last Saturday in regards to the 1915 events has generated more tension in bilateral relations between Turkey and the United States. For years now, the issue has been a fault line between the two nations.
Greece has been playing a dangerous game recently with Turkey in the Eastern Mediterranean. There are several reasons why Greece is choosing to play this high-risk game and increase tensions with its neighbor.

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The plot surrounding the suspension of NetOne CEO Lazarus Muchenje is thickening, with latest revelations pointing to the fact that in October a new board member was appointed on the NetOne board but they were never invited to attend any board meeting.
According to a Herald report, Douglas Mamvura received a letter from then ICT Minister Kazembe Kazembe:
Following the dissolution of the NetOne board on 18 October 2018, I am pleased to advise that His Excellence President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has authorised me to appoint you as a board member of the newly constituted board. This appointment is with effect from 18 October, 2019 for four years
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Mr Mamvura is said to have not attended any board meeting since his appointment as he was not invited to any of the meetings:
I was properly appointed but I was never advised of any meetings.Douglas Mamvura
Mr Mamvura also lamented the fact that he is now being served court papers, as one of the respondents in Lazarus Muchenje’s Urgent Court application for decisions he didn’t take part in:
I don’t know why I am being blocked and only those guys can tell you why. I am now being cited in court papers. . . to respond to the decisions made by the board when I was never part of it. It is unfair. There are some corporate governance deficiencies.
Lazarus Muchenje’s court application noted that the board meeting to suspend him was convened unlawfully and the absence of a board member from the meeting will definitely raise questions regarding the whole process, especially if a board member was never even consulted during the processes that lead to a CEO’s suspension.


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Question: How Do Ants and Aphids Help Each Other?
Ants and aphids share a well-documented relationship of mutualism. Ants feed on the sugary honeydew left behind by aphids. In exchange, the ants protect the aphids from predators and parasites. In fact, honey ants will go to unusual lengths to ensure the health of the aphids in their care.
Aphids suck the sugar-rich fluids from their host plants. Because these liquids are low in nitrogen, the aphids must consume large quantities of them to gain adequate nutrition. The aphids then excrete equally large quantities of waste, called honeydew, which is high in sugar content.
Where there's sugar, there's bound to be ants. Some ants are so hungry for the honeydew, they'll actually "milk" the aphids to make them excrete it. The ants use their antennae to stroke the aphids, stimulating them to release the honeydew. Some aphid species have lost the ability to poop on their own, and now depend on their caretaker ants to milk them.
Aphid-herding ants make sure their "cattle" stay well-fed and safe. When the host plant is depleted of nutrients, the ants carry their aphids to a new food source. If predatory insects or parasites attempt to harm their wards, the ants will defend them aggressively. Some honey ants even go so far as to destroy the eggs of known aphid predators like lady beetles.
Some species of honey ants continue to care for their aphids during winter. The ants carry the aphid eggs home, and tuck them away in their nests for the winter months. They store the precious aphids where temperatures and humidity are optimal, and move them as needed when conditions in the nest change. In spring, when the aphids hatch, the ants carry them to a host plant to feed.
While it appears the ants are generous caretakers of their aphid charges, they've really got their own interests in mind. Aphids are almost always wingless, but certain environmental conditions will trigger them to develop wings. If the aphid population becomes too dense, or food sources decline, the winged aphids can fly to a new location. Not wanting to lose their food source, honey ants may prevent aphids from dispersing.
Ants have been observed tearing the wings from aphids before they can become airborne. A recent study has also shown that ants can use semiochemicals to stop the aphids from developing wings, and to impede their ability to walk away.

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By Gavin Gibbon http://www.constructionweekonline.com
Nine Volvo excavators are playing a huge part in the Dubai canal project.
Detech Contracting LLC is the main subcontractor on site for infrastructure work such as water, sewerage, drainage and irrigation lines. The company will also install a 15km pipeline, varying in diameter with a circumference of up to 40 inches.
Many parts of the affected area have a high ground water table, which complicates excavation, along with sand storms and constant hot weather that can reach up to 50oC. Soil conditions are also changeable from hard rock to soft clay – and in some places sand, which can make digging and excavation work unpredictable. More info


Dunbia (a division of Dawn Meats Group) has committed to delivering a 30% reduction by 2030 in greenhouse gas emissions from its own facilities and from the generation of the energy it purchases. The targets have been made under Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) which ensures emissions reduction is verified and documented against a scientific baseline.
The commitment comes in the wake of COP25 UN Climate Change Conference in Madrid where political, business and NGO leaders sought to coordinate a collective response to global warming.
In May 2019 Dawn Meats Group which includes Dunbia in the UK, signed up to the SBTi becoming the first European beef and lamb processor to make such a commitment. In collaboration with the Carbon Trust, the Group has developed a pathway for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions and is working on solutions for Scope 3 emissions, with 2030 targets now validated and approved by SBTi.
Dawn Meats Group has committed to a 30% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 from a 2016 base year. Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and Scope 2 are indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy. Significant progress has already been made in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reduction in the period up to 2016, through the installation of heat recovery systems, district heating systems and the use of wind and solar powered renewable energy. This work will accelerate in the years to 2030 as technologies improve and the rollout program is completed across the enlarged group.
Dawn Meats Group has further committed to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions of its purchased goods and services by 28% per tonne of finished product by 2030 from a 2016 base year. Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions that occur in the value chain of the economy, both upstream and downstream, and are from sources which are not owned or controlled by the target setting company. In the case of beef and lamb processing, livestock and meat products constitute the largest share of Scope 3 emissions and therefore present the greatest opportunity to demonstrate improvement over the next 10 years.
Dunbia CEO Niall Browne stated;
“We have been working for more than 10 years to reduce emissions internally and more widely across our supply chain and we recognise the urgency to adopt even more aggressive measures to reduce emissions. We are working with stakeholders in collaborative projects to accelerate progress in this critical area. Achieving reductions of up to 30% in our greenhouse gas emissions poses a considerable challenge, but it is vital that Dawn accelerates the rate of change in the environmental footprint of its business.”
Group Head of CSR & Sustainability Gill Higgins commented;
“Dawn Meats Group recognises that any sustainable targets and solutions to global warming must be grounded in science. The approval of our targets by SBTi is a significant first step towards a smaller emissions footprint and we will continue to stretch our ambition in the years to come.”
The Science Based Targets initiative is a collaboration between the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), World Resources Institute (WRI), and the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and one of the We Mean Business Coalition commitments. The SBTi champions science-based target setting as a powerful way of boosting companies’ competitive advantage in the transition to the low-carbon economy.
Dunbia is a member of the Red Tractor Assurance Scheme, a signatory to Courtauld 2025 and the UK Plastics Pact and an active member of the European Roundtable for Beef Sustainability (ERBS). The common thread of all these programs and initiatives is continuous improvement. Through these and similar programmes the company continues to give leadership in sustainability and collaborates with like-minded organisations to improve environmental, economic and social performance across the value chain.


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Susan Rani is at the top of her game. Rani Engineering is the state’s largest female- and minority-owned professional engineering firm. She recently attended trade missions in China and Korea with Gov. Dayton. Her 32-employee firm has handled projects from the I-35W Bridge Reconstruction, the Central Corridor and Hiawatha Light Rail to the Weisman Art Museum expansion.
But Rani, a Korean-American, doesn’t want to be a novelty. The 52-year-old says there should be more female and minority engineering leaders. Their scarcity in engineering concerns her-as does America’s lack of engineering prowess.
“China and India each produce half a million engineers a year-we produce 50,000 a year,” she said. “And we think of China as backwards but what was remarkable to me during my trip was their [gender] parity in leadership: They had equal numbers of women business leaders compared to men. We only had four women-run Minnesota businesses out of 43 visiting.”
America is graduating far fewer engineers than others and women earn 20 percent of the bachelor’s degrees in engineering, physics and computer science, according to a 2010 report by the American Association of University Women (AAUW). Numbers dwindle further at the graduate level and in the workplace, the report found. Numbers are similarly low for minorities; Minneapolis just saw its first African-American-run engineering firm [in recent history] open within the last two years, Rani says.
These realities “should make us stand up and pay attention,” she said.
Hard work and self-sufficiency
The statistics were worse for women in 1993, when Rani and a business partner launched a start-up with $1,000 and some creativity. She had worked for others since earning her bachelor’s degree in civil engineering at the University of Minnesota. Within a year, she and her business partner amicably separated. “There was just one female engineering firm. It was a very foreign [environment] because … it was very much a closed network of male businesses.”
Rani felt invisible-and that she was judged incompetent. She battled the misperception that she existed because of a government program that helps minority- and women-owned businesses. “You realize fast that if you’re dependent on the small percentage of set asides through that program, you can’t make it.”
One time Rani was in negotiations for a government contract with two men. The primary contractor suggested her $14,000 proposal should be $4,000.
“I looked at him and said ‘how is it fair that we should do it for so much less than you would? … Where is fair and reasonableness in this?’ I asked,” Rani recalled. “There was a presumption that we were going to be a lot cheaper because we were [minority- and female-owned].”
When Rani emigrated from South Korea at 11, she said, “it was very important that I knew how to support myself. Korean girls were encouraged to be infantile, beautiful and dependent on men. For me, that wasn’t acceptable.
“My stepmother instilled values of independence and financial self sufficiency … in the first two days of arriving, she taught me how to get to the library on the city bus.”
Rani had role models: Her stepmother was an educational psychologist, her father a mechanical and structural engineer. Her mother was an algebra teacher with a chemistry degree.
Learning English challenged her. “I was average and had to work very hard. … If you have the will, you’ll find a way.” Rani went on to earn her master’s in business administration.
“What makes me excited about getting up in the morning is our team,” she said. Half of her leadership is female; one employee has worked with her for 12 years.
Ultimately, Rani says, government programs don’t guarantee success-and being female and a minority don’t keep one from it.
“We are all held to the same standard. Money is still green, contracts are still contracts,” she said. “The market is a strict and swift disciplinarian when it comes to not delivering on your contract.”
Rani dreams of the day when female engineering leaders are commonplace.
“People say ‘I remember you-you were the woman in that meeting.”
She recommends nurturing girls in engineering. She’s talked to girls at math camp as well as young women in college about engineering careers, is a member of the Society of American Military Engineers and is the only female member on the present board of the American Council of Engineering Companies MN.
“Girls need to be encouraged,” she said. “It’s not intuitive. [Engineering] takes concentration, effort and work-something we are very short of in society.
“There aren’t as many women role models that have shown us this can be done,” Rani said. “But you also have to make sacrifices … you have to give up your family time. I hate to burst the bubble but that’s true.”
She’s had her share of family sacrifice. Daughter Sonia grew up “recognizing Kinko’s before she recognized the zoo” because that’s where she played with Legos while mom worked. Sonia now attends the University of Minnesota.
Rani is proud of her daughters and it appears they are of her, too. Her daughter Sylvia, 13, inquires about her mom’s projects. The result? She can tell you all about architect Frank Gehry. (She sent him a letter when she was 9 complimenting him on his “imagination” and got an autographed book in return).
“I do what I do, humbly with a lot of hard work and passion,” Rani said. “If that makes me a trailblazer as a result, so be it.”


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'Let go of what was': Donna Air posts cryptic message on Instagram amid claims of a split from long-term boyfriend James Middleton
- James, 28, is said to have ended his long-term relationship with Donna, 36
- The pair met and started dating back in 2013
- They were rumoured to be discussing engagement
- James is the younger brother of Duchess Catherine of Cambridge
- Donna shared a cryptic message on Instagram amid the claims
They are reported to have separated after a two-and-a-half year relationship.
And, while neither Donna Air nor James Middleton has openly commented on the alleged break-up, the 36-year-old blonde has shared a cryptic post on her Instagram page in the wake of the news.
The model and TV presenter is said to be 'more than a little heartbroken' over the split from the Duchess of Cambridge's brother, and has been lying low in the wake of the separation.
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Going their separate ways: Donna Air and James Middleton are alleged to have ended their relationship after two-and-a-half years of dating
But on Wednesday evening, as the news of the shock split came to light, she shared a poignant message on her social media page.
The former Big Breakfast host posted a snap of an inspirational quote written on a chalk board at her bikram yoga class, appearing to confirm the rumours of a break-up.
It read: 'Accept what is, let go of what was, have faith in what will be (even those itchy ears).'
Cryptic quote: Donna, 36, shared this message about moving on and accepting fate on her Instagram account
Her supposedly meaningful image came as it was reported in the national press that Donna's long-term union with James had sadly come to an end.
A source told The Sun: 'The split happened a couple of weeks ago and it was James' decision.
'He just didn't think it was going to go the distance. And I think his family were always very anti her being the future Queen of England's sister-in-law.'
In happier times: Donna, pictured with Kate Middleton's brother in November 2013, is said to be 'heartbroken' after James unexpectedly ended things
Royal sibling: A source said of the relationship that James 'didn't think it was going to go the distance. And I think his family were always very anti her being the future Queen of England's sister-in-law'
The news comes as something of a surprise since Donna and James were pictured putting on a very loving display in St. Barts just last month.
The pair didn't hold back with, kissing and cuddling openly during their Caribbean getaway with the Middleton family.
The alleged split sadly comes just a few days after Donna's beloved grandmother passed away, for whom she has helped raise over £1.5k in honour of Alzheimer's Society.
Low-key couple: The pair were rarely seen out in public together and have largely avoided discussing their relationship in interviews
Rare display: The couple went to America earlier this year and shared a sweet and rare photo together
Surprise split: The pair were seen putting on a loving display in St. Barts this summer, as well as cosying up at Wimbledon in July
TIMELINE OF JAMES AND DONNA'S ROMANCE
February 2013: James and Donna first meet at the exclusive private members’ club No 5 Hertford Street (owned by Robin Birley) in Mayfair, London, and go on a string of dates.
March 2013: Donna takes James as her date to New York socialite Heather Kerzner’s birthday at a top restaurant in Mayfair.
April 2013: James and Donna’s then ‘secret’ romance comes to light, as revealed by The Mail On Sunday.
Late April 2013: The couple make their first appearance in public together, and are spotted hand-in-hand on a date night at LouLou's private members' club in Mayfair.
May 2013: Donna mingles with the royal family, and is seen out at LouLou’s with Princess Beatrice. She is also said to have become close to his sister Pippa.
June 2013: Just months after getting together, engagement rumours swirl after Donna is spotted with a ring on the ring finger of her left hand.
December 2013: More rumours abound, this time claiming that the pair have split after not being spotted together in public for almost two months. They spend Christmas apart, with their repspective families.
January 2014: Donna and James are seen together for the first time in a few months, the two of them meeting up at James’ West London office.
March 2014: James and Donna head off on their first family holiday together, along with Donna’s daughter Freya (whose father is her former partner Damian Aspinall).
August 2014: The pair go away again, to Geneva, Switzerland, along with Freya.
April 2015: The couple head off on an extended break to the United States, which included a trip to Los Angeles. James shares a sweet and rare photo of the two of them together on his Instagram page.
July 2015: A new blow for Donna as it’s claimed she isn’t allowed to go to the Christening of Princess Charlotte, James’ niece.
August 2015: Donna celebrates her 36th birthday in Newcastle with her immediate family, but James is notably absent.
August 2015: Donna accompanies the Middletons on a family holiday to the Caribbean, where they pack on the PDA.
September 2015: James reportedly ends romance with Donna.
James and Donna went public with their romance in 2013, after meeting at Robin Birley's private members' club No 5 Hertford Street in London's Mayfair, but have remained notoriously private throughout their courtship.
Still, they never completely shied away from the cameras at public events, and were first spotted on a date back in April 2013.
The newly-smitten pair were seen walking hand-in-hand to LouLou's in Mayfair for one of their earlier dates, and it was the first confirmation that they were an item.
However, it's thought that James' mother Carole in particular never fully approved of the Newcastle-born single mother, but that remains conjecture.
Asked during an interview to promote his cake-making business last year whether he had considered proposing, James remarked incredulously: 'Am I getting married? What a ridiculous question! Um, we're enjoying our relationship as it is now.'
As for Donna, she hardly ever mentions James by name. And of their relationship, she once commented: 'I don't feel like it is high-profile because James and I don't court publicity.
'We don't have a big showbiz celebrity life in any sense.'
James, 28, has rarely broached the subject of his romance with Donna publicly - apart from that rare interview - and the couple tended to go to great lengths to not be seen out together, apart from at public events.
However, in recent times the couple had indulged in a few choice snaps on social media, with Donna last posting a picture of them together six weeks ago.
In a rare interview in 2013, Donna opened up about their then-burgeoning romance, telling The Mail on Sunday's You magazine: 'James is wonderful, and I enjoy our time together very much.
'I am very happy. It is early days but you just never know what the future has in store.'
She then quipped of her culinary entrepreneur boyfriend, 'And yes... there is also the bonus that he brings something I have always searched for, and will always need in my life... cake!'
Earlier this week, the TV presenter was spotted catching up with her ex-partner, Damian Aspinall, and their daughter, Freya, perhaps taking her mind of the break-up with the help of some quality family time.
MailOnline has contacted Donna's representatives for comment.
First date: Donna and James were first seen out on a date together in April 2013, heading hand-in-hand to LouLou's Mayfair
Social media shy: Despite keeping a low profile in public, Donna had recently taken to sharing pictures of her and James, including this snap taken just six weeks ago
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Virtual reality environment isn’t really known for its ability to create some cozy time for you and your partner, however, the new range of virtual reality games and experiences can change this, providing entertainment that you can share with your partner on a chilly winter’s night. Valentine’s Day is less than one week away and to help you prepare one of the best ways to spend this special day with your partner is playing some of the best VR games out there! If you're looking for a new way to experience the holiday, or if you're simply stuck for gift ideas for your partner, we got you covered; here are the best VR games to play with your partner on Valentine's Day!
As a rhythm-action game, Beat Saber is by far one of the most popular and best VR games. You and your partner will be slicing beats in no time as Beat Saber is also one of the most easy-to-learn VR games out there. All you have to do is raise your arms and slice beats that come flying at you from all sides. Beat Saber has an awesome soundtrack and it’s quite fun to watch your partner dance around like a maniac; it's actually kind of sweet! Besides, there is a multiplayer functionality in Beat Saber at this time, so, if you each have a headset and copy of Beat Saber, you can play together and challenge each other for high scores!
This game is perfect for couples because it requires great teamwork and communication. One person wears the VR headset and finds themselves in an abandoned bunker with a ticking bomb. Meanwhile, their partner reads through a manual that explains how to disable the bomb. The person wearing the VR headset must describe what they see on the bomb, while their partner must carefully decipher the manual and provide clear instructions on how to deactivate it. If you don't work well together, your device will go boom! The key to this game is communication and it works best if you're playing it in person rather than over video chat or something similar, so it is certain that it will be so fun to play with your partner on Valentine's Day!
When you're cooking together in real life, it can be a lot of fun, but it also requires a lot of coordination and effort. Cook-Out makes things easier by offering a more playful version of cooking. You and your partner work together to make sandwiches by grabbing ingredients floating around the kitchen. It's all about teamwork as you pass ingredients back and forth between each other to build delicious subs that customers will love. You can also play the game against each other, even pick up the sandwiches and chuck them at each other! It's very silly but also quite challenging — especially if you're messing about and laughing all the way through!
Star Trek: Bridge Crew is a VR game that requires you to work together with your friends. It's a co-op game where players have to work together in order to reach their goals. The game allows you to take control of the iconic U.S.S. Enterprise as well as various other ships from the franchise. It's an amazing cooperative experience that allows players to explore the depths of space together and can be on top of your list for you to experience VR with your partner. If you and your partner love Star Trek, then this is the perfect game to try out this Valentine's Day (or any day of the year).
Rec Room is a social VR platform for all ages that allows you to join millions of players from around the world. It’s the perfect game for couples who want to spend some quality time together in virtual reality on Valentine's Day. The game comes with tons of activities including paintball, disc golf, dodgeball, paddleball, charades, and much more. There are also plenty of mini-games made by other users such as Rec Royale, a battle royal shooter with a gun that shoots paintballs, or 3D Charades, where one person acts out things while the others guess them, and many more. You can even create your own room or game with Rec Room’s easy-to-use tools. There are dozens of games to choose from on this platform, so even though you're both in a different location, you're still able to interact with each other and have a great time.
So, from epic adventures to excitable action, there are a lot of great virtual reality games out there that two players can enjoy together. So if you’re looking for something to do with your S.O., but you don’t want yet another dinner at a fancy restaurant, try one of these VR games instead. You’ll get to explore a whole new world together, and the experience will be memorable for a long time!

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The government has intervened in a bid to prevent travel disruption caused by last-minute flight cancellations this summer. Under the terms of the amnesty, airlines should return slots at least 14 days before use, so they can be reallocated to other airlines to use throughout the summer. “This new flexibility means that we can further reduce our schedule and consolidate some of our quieter services so that we can protect as many of our holiday flights as possible. As reported below, the government has given airlines until tomorrow to announce cancellations without risking losing their reserved slots at UK airports.
- Last week, the Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office announced that it has lifted its advice against all but essential travel for 32 countries and territories.
- The Swiss authorities have announced that, from 4 December, there are no countries on its list of countries with a variant of concern.
- They will not be required to prove vaccination status or show proof of a negative Covid test on arrival.
- Mr Javid said the UK government will provide whatever support is needed to accelerate vaccinations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Passengers will not be allowed to board a flight without providing evidence of a negative test result.
If this result is negative, there are no restrictions on travel within the country. Several news outlets including the BBC are suggesting the UK government will remove the final seven countries from its red list of destinations later today, probably to take effect from Monday 1 November. xpmutations.org From mid-day on Friday 26 November, non-UK and Irish residents who have been in these countries in the previous 10 days will be refused entry into England. This does not apply to those who have stayed airside and only transited through any of these countries while changing flights.
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Masks will still be required for British Airways passengers if the destination country or airport requires their use, which Virgin will introduce the change gradually over the coming days. It remains the case that some airlines will require their passengers and crew artmindfestival.com to wear masks, so travellers are advised to check with their airline ahead of departure. However, while the rules have been lifted for inbound travellers to the UK, many popular destinations still have Covid-related requirements, including rules affecting children.
The relaxation of entry requirements should encourage more families to travel to the popular island destination this summer after a steep 90% decline in the number of visitors over the last two years. The Paddington Heathrow Express, which runs non-stop to the airport, costs £25 for an Anytime Single fare, although it’s cheaper if you book in advance. For example, if you book 90 days in advance, the price drops to £5.50.
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If they test positive while still abroad, the government says they should not travel and should instead follow local protocols. Double-vaccinated people can get an NHS Covid Pass via its dedicated app, or by visiting the Covid status website. The United States phoenix-divers.com will welcome UK and other foreign nationals who fly into the country from ‘early November’ – provided they have been fully vaccinated. Mr Shapps has also announced an overhaul of the government’s traffic light system, due to take effect on 4 October.


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Dr Tokunbo Pearse, the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Lagos State in the 2019 general election, contested for Congress in New York, United States of America in 2014. He speaks to BOLA BADMUS on the challenges facing Nigeria.
The country is going through a difficult time, so what can you say about the state of the nation?
It seems we are really more like 60 years foolish; we are 60 years behind where we should be. It appears that we take one step forward and two or three steps backward. One administration after the other has been a disaster. The military took us through years of tragedy. After the military, from 1999, it appears we were on the path of democratic progress. It was a new beginning. It was an opportunity for renewal. Unfortunately, the 1999 Constitution brought by Gen AbdulsalamiAbubakar has been an albatross; the noose around the neck of Nigeria.
This constitution has put almost everything in the hands of the Federal Government. ithas deprived the states access to their natural, mineral resources. So, due to the flaws in the constitution, which is mainly over-centralisation of government, we have increased insecurity, we have had an inability of police to secure our people. We have an increase in poverty. The economy is monolithic; the economy has also been centralised around oil. Instead of allowing the different states to have access to their mineral resources, as we had during the First Republic. In other words, until we change the constitution to decentralise to reflect what we call true federalism where the different units become autonomous to a great extent and a few things are left in the hands of the Federal Government, we are not going to make any progress.
The southern leaders, Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Afenifere, Ohanaeze N’digbo, North-Central group, all of them have signed a petition. It titled: Nigeria must be restructured. And when we say restructuring, we are saying decentralisation of government institutions so that in your states, you can have access to whatever you need instead of having to go to Abuja.
People are suffering. In the North, only maybe two per cent of people are living out of poverty; the rest are poor. Their leaders don’t care; that’s the problem. And it is the southerners,who are crying now that we must restructure. And the reason they are shouting in the South is because of political exploitation and abuse.
You were talking about restructuring the country but many still appear not to understand the issue. What is it about?
If people are sincere, it’s very easy. Remember I told you about Obasanjo who believed restructuring would only split the country into 36 different states and now, he understands that restructuring is good. What we mean by restructuring is meeting these conditions. It is better if Buhari and the National Assembly, working on the constitution, can meet these conditions. One, on state security, let the states handle their own police as is in a federal system so that if a law is enacted by the Assembly of a state, the police of the state can enforce it. Does it not make sense? That is restructuring in the context of security.Imagine in Benue, when the Samuel Ortom administration enacted a law on Open Grazing; that there should be no open grazing, they could not enforce the law because they had to rely on the Nigeria Police to enforce it. So, the Inspector-General of Police said: “No, allow these people to graze, whereas if we have a state police, such law would be enforced by the police of the state. There would be no conflict; they would not call anybody from outside to come and talk about their issues. How can you bring police from ZamfaraState to policeDelta State? A policeman that cannot speak the language of the people. This is where we fail, this is what we are saying.
Two, people are saying if you give them state police, how would they finance it? It’s part of restructuring. Let every state have access to their mineral resources so that as it was in the First Republic, they would use their God-given resources to develop their economy. For instance, Zamfara has gold and phosphate. Yet, the state is poor; if I show you the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of each state, you would be shocked. It is the 1999 Constitution that is preventing them using their mineral resources. Imagine if we couldn’t use cocoa;if we couldn’t use rubber in the First Republic, where would Chief ObafemiAwolowo get money to do what he did in the Western Region? Where would Sir Ahmadu Bello get money to do what he did in Northern Region if they could not tap into their resources in the North? Everybody is now waiting for oil which is a wasting asset. Even if it’s just fiscal restructuring, we will now revisit the issue of taxes to the states.
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37.114.708 DOCUMENTATION OF IMMUNIZATION STATUS OF PERSONS COMMENCING ATTENDANCE IN PRESCHOOL OR KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE 12
(1) After receiving the documentation set forth in ARM 37.114.703, a school must obtain and keep the following immunization data for each pupil:
(a) legal name;
(c) sex; and
(d) the vaccination date (month, day and year) of each vaccine administered.
(2) HES 101 may be accepted by the school without reference to other adequate documentation if:
(a) sections I and II are completed and signed by a physician, local health department official, the designee of either, or the form is directly obtained from the immunization information system; and
(b) the pupil claims no exemptions.
(3) If the information required by (1) has not been provided to the school on HES 101:
(a) immunization data may be transferred onto HES 101 from adequate documentation; and
(b) a copy of the adequate documentation must be attached to the official immunization record.
History: 20-5-407, MCA; IMP, 20-5-406, MCA; NEW, 1980 MAR p. 1265, Eff. 8/2/80; AMD, 1983 MAR p. 852, Eff. 7/15/83; AMD, 1993 MAR p. 1214, Eff. 6/11/93; TRANS, from DHES, 2002 MAR p. 913; AMD, 2005 MAR p. 1074, Eff. 7/1/05; AMD, 2015 MAR p. 1493, Eff. 10/1/15; AMD, 2021 MAR p. 1328, Eff. 10/9/21.


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Mold in your house can lead to a number of health symptoms. From congestion and difficulty breathing to a runny nose and throat irritation, mold can have a significant impact on your respiratory health. A profusion of mold in your house can ruin your health, as well as the actual building! The process of removing mold from your house can be a do-it-yourself project, but for best results, and in more serious cases of mold infestation, it’s a good idea to hire an expert. At Seitz Environmental Inc in Tamaqua, we have the tools and the wherewithal to mitigate even the moldiest of homes. Call us today to schedule a mold inspection of your home!
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Depending on the severity of mold infestation you have in your home, the more or less extreme the cleanup will need to be. First off, if you have a high concentration of mold, you would likely be able to smell it. Mold can be visible to the naked eye, but tests can also be run to find mold that is less visible. If mold has been growing in your home for a long time, there may also be signs of rot on the wood in and around your house. Scheduling a mold inspection of your home is a good first step in taking on a mold infestation.
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Cleaning up a mold infestation as soon as possible, before it gets even worse, is crucial for your health and home. You can scrub away mold with bleach in areas like bathrooms and decks, but often mold grows in places where it’s difficult to find. To really address your mold infestation, a more thorough approach may be called for. Things like removing moldy carpet, analyzing the insulation in your walls for mold, and identifying mold growing in other hidden places will make a big difference.
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Cardi B has welcomed a baby girl with husband, Offset.
The rapper took to her Instagram page on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, where she announced the news. She also went on to reveal the name of the baby.
"Kulture Kiari Cephus 07/10/18 @offsetyrn," she wrote. Congratulations Cardi B on the arrival of your baby from PULSE.

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40 beagles rescued from animal testing at Spain laboratory
LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Some dogs rescued from an animal testing lab in Spain are in desperate need of a good home. The beagles arrived Wednesday night at LAX.
Forty purebred beagles were rescued thanks to the Beagle Freedom Project.
"The lab was closing and either they were going to kill the dogs or somebody needed to make a commitment to get them out," said Shannon Keith from the Beagle Freedom Project.
And get them out they did. The dogs, all male, range in age from 4 to 7 years old. They've all spent their entire lives in a laboratory.
"From the moment they were born they were literally in a cage, never seen the light of day," said volunteer Andy Baker. "The only contact they have is with human beings who literally pick them up to test on them."
Beagles are often tested on because they are gentle dogs.
"It's their characteristics which is their downfall," said Baker. "Because they are so nice, which is why they are used for this type of experiment."
"We also know they were used for human drug research," said Keith. "A lot of them have injuries, they've got scars."
Now the biggest hurdle is getting these dogs into foster homes.
"We have to do a lot of medical on them before they can actually go to a permanent home," said Keith.
Fourteen dogs still need foster homes. The Beagle Freedom Project picks up all expenses, and it cost over $50,000 to bring the dogs to Los Angeles.
"It's going to cost more to just care for these dogs," said Keith. "We found out most of them need teeth extracted, they need blood work done. They need a lot of help."
And the small grassroots nonprofit is also in need of donations so they can continue their work and find these dogs permanent homes.
"The dream is to have all these dogs in loving families, living like a normal pet," said Baker.
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Through educational programs and immersion days within our association, this project will enable the 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝗮’𝗮 to develop knowledge about:
- The environment
- Marine biodiversity
- Professions linked to environmental protection
To achieve this, we are calling on Faa’a’s youth, sports, cultural and environmental associations in order to welcome children 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟰 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟱 as part of the project.
Youngsters 𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟲 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟱 will be welcomed for 3 days of immersion to acquire knowledge and reflect on a professional project linked to the environment.
For further information, please contact 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘫𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯@𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘢𝘯𝘢.𝘰𝘳𝘨


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It’s the bizarre call in from the Sandy Hook shooter that’s sending shockwaves throughout the world.
Fox met with Lanza in 2005 and found the future mass murderer “resistant to engagement.”
In the records Lanza chooses not to identify his gender or to describe himself.
Read the search warrant documents that reveal what cops found in the home of the Newtown gunman.
The angels are looking down on Newtown, Connecticut.
Adam Lanza dreamed of joining the Marines, but mom Nancy Lanza knew the military was no place for her troubled son.
Did the Sandy Hook shooter snap because his mom was planning to commit him? A Marine says she was and that Adam was jealous of the schoolchildren she volunteered with.
While devoting her life to caring for her troubled son, Nancy Lanza was suffering from M.S.
Sandy Hook shooter Adam Lanza cut ties with dad Peter Lanza two years before the shooting massacre in Newtown, Connecticut.


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Hi there wanderers, how are we all doing? Great I hope! So I guess you have also been wondering where on earth I have been and what I have been up to? Well wait no more as I'm about to tell you (2 months later..) So last weekend I visited Phillip Island and on the way we stopped by a Wildlife Sanctuary, hence the Koala and Kangaroo photo's, where we got to feed the animals with a special bird feed then we got to get up close to them and had plenty of opportunities to take photo's with any of the animals at the sanctuary. Such as; dingo's, kangaroo's, koala's, wombats, horses, lama's and a weird rat looking thing haha!
Then we moved onto Cape Woolamai which was absolutely beautiful! The beach was magnificent and the weather was just perfect for it as well. We hung out there for an hour and just soaked up the sun and waves whilst chilling on the sand then continued our drive to Phillip Island in order to see the nighttime penguin show. We first stopped by this cliff side where there was lots of manmade penguin huts! And we managed to spot a couple penguins nesting inside! There was also a cliff that apparently "belongs" to seals that have taken over.. It's called "Nobbies" and I have no idea why..
Around 6pm we finally made it to the penguin show! Nothing happened for about an hour but as soon as the first penguins began coming out of the water with all their fish meals that they had been on the hunt for for the past three-four days, all of them started coming out! We were sitting quite high up so could only see them quickly coming across the grass past us in order to get to their little huts under the bridge we were standing on. It was so cold but so cute to see them running back to their families!
Since then I have been on my Mid-Semester Break and making the most of it by going skiing at Mount Buller (post on that coming soon!) for three days and spending the rest of my week chilling with my friends and working a lot because I am already skint and need monies!

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GOULD-HART 84G CASING
After more than 35 years in service, this case had seen better days.
We decided to give it a refresh, removing the outlet and incorporating location pegs for external starting; all whilst shaving 217 grams from its weight.
718g to 501g
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March 1st, 2012 11:58 EST
Nailing It! SPECIAL - The Great British Guitar Show
This week, The Hammer visits Birmingham England for the Great British Guitar Show, and plays some of the great guitar riffs of all time.
He chats to representatives from Marshall Amps, Tanglewood Guitars, John Hornsby Skewes and others about some of the best guitars and amps on the market today, and why some have become pure legends.
The show also features music from some of the bands that have used the guitar to make their songs legendary, including Led Zepellin`s Stairway to Heaven and The Eagles` Hotel California.
If you love the guitar, own a guitar or are thinking of buying one, then this a is a show not to miss.
So watch out folks - you`re about to be hit by The Hammer!!
Ross `The Hammer` Hemsworth
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| ||80`s Pop Icon Toyah Willcox Talks to The Hammer - This is the 1st of 4 segments In this two-hour special, Ross `The Hammer` Hemsworth visits the home of 80`s pop icon Toyah Willcox to talk about her life |
| ||Nailing It! International Celebrity and Erotic Author Mitzi Szereto Up Close and Personal - Ross `The Hammer` Hemsworth chats with author and star of Mitzi TV, Mitzi Szereto on The SOP Radio Network |

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Hair Growth CyclesThere are three stages of hair growth:Stage 1 – Anagen : This stage is the beginning phase of hair growth. This is when the hair is visible above the skin and is still attached to the papilla. The papilla is a knoblike vascular indentation of the bottom of the hair follicle on which the hair bulb fits. (Definition courtesy of dictionary.com) This hair growth Anagen phase is ideal for laser hair removal because since it is still attached to the papilla the laser can attack the papilla and prevent any new growth. This stage usually lasts for about 2-3 weeks and occurs for both facial and body hair.
Well let’s start with the basics as applies to facial skin care, but before we get there let’s talk about what is going on inside our bodies.If we don’t address the problem at the source, all the rest will not be effective. This is why we are great believers in Lorna Vanderhaeghe and her products. You see, our skin is a reflection of what on going on inside. If we are healthy, our skin will naturally glow.
Wrinkles, altered pigmentation (age spots), loss of tone all associated with skin aging. Age -related skin changes are the result of genetically -programmed changes (intrinsic factors) and environmental wear and tear on skin (extrinsic factors). Ultraviolet has cases majority of structural changes to the skin. These changes are chemical reactions that occur within the skin and include:
Dermalogica was founded in 1986 by Jane Wurwand, a highly educated and trained skin therapist. Today, this leading company is one of the most prestigious cosmetic and skin care distributors worldwide. Their mission is to improve skin health results through the education of skin therapists and cosmetic professionals, rather than advertising or fancy packaging.
The skin is an excellent record keeper. Every moment we are exposed to daylight adds up like money in the bank- the problem is the payoff; namely skin damage in the form of wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation and premature aging, a repressed immune system and the potential for skin cancer. Skin cancer is a global phenomenon.
Skin tag is benign, soft hanging skin which most people have at some point in their lives.The most common areas where skin tags occur are; eyelids, neck, under arms and the upper chest.They are much more common in middle age.What causes skin tags?Although we do not know the exact cause of skin tags, the following are thought to be associated with their appearance:
Spider veins usually look like spider webs. They may be red, blue or purple and can be found anywhere on the face or body. Spider veins are blood vessels that are slightly enlarged, and usually increase in number with age. Fortunately, there are solutions for removing them.Laser is an effective non-invasive treatment to remove spider veins from the skin. During treatment, laser light is focused and absorbed by the chromophore which is responsible for the blood color. As a result of the heat generated, spider veins collapse and fade. This is a non-invasive procedure and may require more than one treatment to get the best results.
In women, every month, until after menopause an egg is released with help from the Luteining follicle hormone and this increases progesterone. Sometimes, however, no egg is released and no progesterone is secreted rather estrogen production increases. As a result of this imbalance the follicles mature into fluid-filled sacs or cysts that grow larger every month until progesterone is released.
The CoolGlide (Nd: YAG) Laser family by Cutera delivers high power long pulse (1064nm energy) with a hand piece that locally cools the skin by contact cooling. This medical grade Laser/FDA approved is designed to be safe when used by and under the supervision of trained professionals. This family of Lasers is intended for use in aesthetic and surgical applications.

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Many power plants use moving magnets to convert kinetic and magnetic energy into electric current. Magnet generators make a great science project because of the simple instructions and intriguing premise. The combined energy of the magnetic field and motion of the magnet within a coil of copper wire causes the electrons in the wire to move, which is an electric current. But this genius has made an amazing free energy project without motion of magnets that can light up when it is subjected to the magnetic field between two magnets.
Here in this video, you can see the man is moving electric bulb between the magnets and this magnetic field is producing electricity. This happens because the AC current produces its own magnetic field which changes direction, so alternately there is attraction and repulsion between this magnetic field and the field produced by the horseshoe magnet.
You can make this project just using two magnets and set them like the video. If you want to create such a project, you have to follow the instructions of the video. You will not need too much components to build this. When a magnetic field moves through a conductor the movement induces an eddy current in the conductor. The flow of electrons in the conductor immediately creates an opposing magnetic field which results in damping of the magnet and produces heat inside the conductor similar to heat buildup inside of a power cord during use. You can see the man is moving the bulb and the light of the bulb is dimming and becoming brighter.
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Oak Lawn Illinois Overview and Crime Rate Statistics
A larger medium-sized town, Oak Lawn is situated in the American state of Illinois. The city has 13 constituent neighborhoods and a population of about 56,087 residents. It is Illinois’ 23rd largest community.
Oak Lawn Illinois City overview
Contrary to some cities where the local economy is predominated by either blue-collar or white-collar jobs, Oak Lawn is not dominated by either of them. Rather, its workforce is a mix of both blue-collar, as well as, white-collar occupations. In all, Oak Lawn has a mix of service providers, professionals, and sales & office workers.
In fact, there are many people residing in the city who are engaged in professions such as management occupations (8.51 percent), sales jobs (12.16 percent), and office & admin support (15.54 percent).
You will also find it interesting to know that there are more people staying in Oak Lawn who are engaged in math and computers than 95 percent of the other places in America.
As far as the city’s college education is concerned, Oak Lawn is at a relatively better state in comparison to a rate of 21.84 percent of the US citizens with a four-year degree or higher qualification. About 27.22 percent of Oak Lawn’s population aged 25 years or above holds a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
In 2010, Oak Lawn’s per capita income was at 28,224 USD that is considered as an upper middle income as compared to both the country and Illinois. However, the city comprises of affluent, as well as, poor residents.
English is the most popular language used for communication in Oak Lawn. Two of the other prominent languages used in Oak Lawn are Arabic and Spanish.
Oak Lawn Illinois Crime statistics
Oak Lawn is safer in comparison to 50 percent of the other American cities. In other words, the city has a crime index of 50. Its overall rate of crime stands at 14 per one thousand inhabitants. That makes its crime rate close to the mean for all towns and cities with varying sizes in the United States of America.
When FBI crime data was analyzed in detail, it was discovered that an individual’s chance of suffering from crime in this city is one in 72. The crime rate in Oak Lawn is less than about 39 percent of the other communities in Illinois.
According to a research conducted by NeighborhoodScout, the rate of violent crime in Oak Lawn is two per 1,000 residents. It is almost the same as the average for all American communities irrespective of their population sizes.
The kinds of violent crimes which were analyzed and tracked include rape, homicide, manslaughter, aggravated assault, and robbery. Almost same as the national mean, the crime analysis illuminates that an individual’s possibility of suffering from a violent crime in this city is 1 in 578.
Plus, the property crime rate in Oak Lawn (Arson, grand theft auto, larceny, and burglary) is 12 per one thousand inhabitants. The figure is almost the same as the mean for all American towns and cities of varying population sizes.
Further, another analysis shows that the overall crime rate in Oak Lawn is 44 percent less as compared to the average of the state and 40 percent in comparison to the country average. With respect to violent crimes in the city, the violent rate of crime is 61 percent less in comparison to the average of Illinois while it is 55 percent lower while compared to America’s average.
As far as property crime goes, Oak Lawn’s rate is 40 percent less than the average of the state of Illinois while its property crime rate is 49 percent less than the national average.


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Overlooked Film of the Week- #101
There are some movies that I can't believe didn't get the respect and viewership I think they deserve. This was a movie that generated some minor buzz, but vanished soon after. I can't believe somebody can watch this movie, and not have a huge, satisfying reaction from it. The horror genre is so ordinary right now, with a found footage movie released seemingly every month. Last decade, the horror genre was just as ordinary, but for different reasons. Filmmakers seemed to have a competition in them to see how many people they could kill in a movie in how many different ways. I never understood how lots of gore somehow meant scary. I understand that lots of horror is based upon shock, but when you see one horrible scenario after another, its almost as if you build an immunity from a disease. I feel several horror fans became horrifically desensitized to human depravity last decade that when we saw something that truly tried to be scary, we didn't know what to make of it.
"Identity" features death, but its not so distasteful that it takes out of the experience. Much like "Devil" which I talked about during the last Overlooked Film of the Week, this is a movie that feels very much cut from cloth of Agatha Christie. It follows a group of people stranded at a Nevada motel in a horrid rainstorm. The group suddenly realizes that the group is oddly connected to each other, but they are also dying one by one. Someone in the group is killing everybody, and the group is trying to find out who. There is one cop, one ex-cop, a prostitute, a newlywed couple, a family, and the cop is carrying a inmate to a prison. Its so easy to pin the deaths on the inmate, but is that what is happening?
The cast is incredible, which features John Cusack, Ray Liotta, Amanda Peet, Clea DuVall, William Lee Scott, John Hawkes, Jake Busey and John C. McGinley. Every actor brings their A-game to the table, they make some fairly one-dimensional characters shine bright on the screen, and their enthusiasm for their characters keeps the story moving, keeps the audience guessing as to who the killer is. A horror movie can be elevated by the whims of a cast, and this one does very well together and with their characters.
Then there is the twist. There weren't too many twists last decade, and I feel like it has been awhile since I have seen a good twist. Granted, the twist in "Identity" isn't on the same level of "The Sixth Sense," "The Crying Game," "Fight Club" or "The Usual Suspects." But the twist in "Identity" did have my friends and I discussing it well after the movie was over. Its definitely something that was creatively crafted and wisely visualized. Maybe its just me, but I certainly did not see this coming the first time I saw this. I really enjoyed it, and for anybody that like a mystery movie with a good twist, check this out for sure.
"Identity" took the mystery at a dinner party in a spooky house movie, and moved it to a rainy motel. It works in the newer reversal. If you like fun mystery movies with a killer on the loose, check this out. If you like watching a great cast set off fireworks, check this out. If you are a twist junkie, check this out. I can't believe this wasn't as popular as it should have been, but perhaps we can bring it back!


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Article by Simon Groom, Head of Tax Training, Tolley Tax Training. This article appeared in the Education Supplement of Tax Adviser August 2006. The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) has been with us since the mid-1990s, replacing the old Business Expansion Scheme. The aim of the scheme is to encourage Joe Public to invest in small, private companies so that these may thereafter prosper, stimulate the economu, employ more people, pay more tax and generally put a smile on the Chancellor's face.
To encourage Joe to invest in such schemes, the government dangles the age-old carrot called 'tax relief'. Joe 'shows a bit of enterprise', invests, and as a consequence either a) pays les tax or b) payes tax at a later date, or c) both.
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Les Etés de la Danse
July 4-27, Théâtre du Châtelet
Every year, the sumptuous central concert hall Théâtre du Châtelet brings a major dance company from overseas to Paris. Most theatres in Paris take a break over the summer, so it's one of July's few opportunities to see classical ballet. This year's showcase: the Vienna National Ballet doing Don Quixote, and a special tribute to Rudolf Nureyev.
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Organic Transition Pilot Program
What is the Organic Transition Pilot Program?
The Organic Transition Pilot Program was created by the Budget Act of 2022, and is supported with $10 million in allocations from the Budget Acts of 2022 and 2023. The purpose is to provide support to farmers and ranchers who prepare land for organic certification. The program is designed as a block grant to be administered through organizations that demonstrate the expertise and partnerships needed to accomplish the program’s objectives. These objectives include disbursal of financial assistance , technical assistance, project follow-up, application assistance, business planning, and translation services. The Pilot has a strong emphasis on equity, where at least 50% of beneficiaries should be Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers. As such, it seeks to support diverse farmers and ranchers in their transition to organic production.
The Organic Transition Pilot Program is aligned with the suite of Climate Smart Agriculture incentive programs administered by CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation. It also aligns with a Recommendation in California’s Climate Change Scoping Plan Update of 2022, the state’s roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, to expand organic acreage in California.
Financial assistance disbursed to farmers and ranchers can be spent on a wide range of eligible costs for transitioning acres to organic farming, and a field-preparation award can help to build soils for successful organic production.
Four Projects Selected for Award
CDFA has selected four organizations for award of funding for the Organic Transition Pilot Program
Who can I contact for more information?
If you have questions about the Organic Transition Pilot Program, please email email@example.com.


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Prepare Your Home for the Winter
Check for Air Drafts Coming from Your Doors
The cracks between your doors and the outside world are a prime source of air leakage. Taking the time to find these leaks isn’t very difficult, but it is well worth the investment in both time and money.
A high-tech laser infrared thermal reader is by far the best and most accurate way to find leaks, but they can be expensive. If you or a neighbor don’t have one to use, a candle is the next best thing. Light it, then watch for the flame to blow away from the door. Wherever the candle flame moves is where you may have a leak.
To deal with these leaks, seal them from the inside using foam or felt in the door frame. A door sweep is also useful for preventing air drafts.
Explore the Attic
Many homeowners don’t check their attics very often, so it’s not uncommon for attic air leaks to go undetected. The best way to find these holes is by pulling out the existing insulation in your attic and searching for cutouts in the drywall. Cracks in the drywall or cutouts for electrical and plumbing appliances are susceptible to leaking air. Also inspect the attic for electrical wiring, vent ducts, and other exposed areas for additional insulation.
To fix attic holes, turn to caulk. It’s is a cheap and effective way to plug up holes in the drywall and other cracks you may find.
Inspecting air filters is a routine part of maintenance for most homes, though it’s easy to forget your furnace filters since they’re not as visible. Ideally, you’ll want to replace your furnace filters every month to improve efficiency and airflow. This is especially important during the winter when your furnace is constantly running. Replacing these filters doesn’t just enhance energy efficiency, it reduces the chances of an expensive malfunction or breakdown in your heater unit.
Reduce Your Hot Water Expenses
Heating up air and water during the winter requires more work and energy for your home. Lowering the temperature of your hot water will reduce the strain it puts on the heater while lowering your energy costs. 140 degrees is the most common temperature setting, but changing that to around 120 will do just fine.
Insulating your hot water pipes and water heater is also essential during the cold seasons. Doing so will reduce the energy required to heat the water. It will also prolong your pipe lifespan by reducing thermal expansion stress.
Insulating your water heater is easy; just wrap it with one or two large blankets. Pipes are easy to protect with inexpensive, flexible foam insulation and sleeves.
Cover the Outdoor Hose Connectors
Protecting your cold-water pipes is just as important as your hot water ones. Prevent your water pipes from freezing in the cold winter air by disconnecting your hoses and covering the faucets. The two most common options are wrapping them in a towel or shielding them with foam insulators.
Tired of the excessive weatherproofing you need to do to your house every season? Phoenix Homes has a wide selection of brand new houses in Ottawa and new condominiums in Ottawa that are fully insulated and prepared for every season of the year.
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5. I Hope You Don't Get Enough.
Label: Motown – PROA 223 Type: CD, Album, Reissue Country: Japan Date of released: 06 Aug 2008 Category: Funk, Soul Style: Soul. Lovesmith - Lovesmith MP3 version. 2544 downloads at 28 mb/s. Lovesmith - Lovesmith FLAC version. 2914 downloads at 32 mb/s. 4. I Fooled Ya. 3:41. 5. 6. My Love Is All The Way Live. 7. Do You Want Another Chance.
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- Arranged By – Gene Page, Michael Lovesmith
- Producer – Michael Lovesmith
- Songwriter – M. Lovesmith*
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