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Average monthly cost to feed a family of four in Vancouver is $1,098
With the rising cost of food, housing and overall living, the issue of addressing hunger requires a multi-dimensional approach. It does not exist on its own.
The latest Food Costing in BC report highlights the increasing cost of food. Produced by the BC Centre for Disease Control and Provincial Health Services Authority, this report breaks down the cost of a nutritionally adequate diet.
The data in this report represents the “average monthly cost of a nutritionally adequate, balanced diet in BC based on the National Nutritious Food Basket and provides insight into the effects of household food insecurity on individuals and families.”
“….the root cause of household food insecurity isn’t the price of food – it’s lack of income.”BC Centre for Disease Control, Food Cost in BC 2017 report
Not surprisingly, food costs have been increasing by over 4% on average since 2015. The average monthly cost for a family of four in Vancouver is estimated at $1,098.
This average is based on a sample of 245 stores and the cost of a “nutritious food basket.” A nutritious food basket represents the cost and affordability of healthy eating. For a single man (19-30 years old), the average monthly food cost is $316.
Income supports do not provide enough for food
$710 for a single adult on welfare only leaves $23 for food (and other necessities) at the end of the month
Currently, income assistance rates are well below what is considered the poverty line.
The poverty line is currently approximately $21,000 for a single person or $30,000 for a family of two. This is based on Statistics Canada’s 2016 Market Basket Measure data for Vancouver and is adjusted for inflation to 2018.
“For low-income people, healthy food is really rare. It’s much easier to buy processed, cheap, non-nutritional food to fill that stomach, but that doesn’t go very far when you are walking around all day or looking for work or have health issues or trying to raise a family.”Jeremy Hunka, Union Gospel Mission in the Downtown Eastside.
Quoted in ‘We Don’t Do Eggo Waffles’: Dining Out in the Downtown Eastside by Christopher Cheung, The Tyee (September 2018) .
A single adult on income assistance in BC receives $710 per month. The average rent in a private Downtown Eastside SRO hotel room is now $687 per month. This is an increase of $139 from last year’s average of $548, according to Carnegie Community Action Project’s 2017 Hotel Survey and Housing Report.
If you subtract the cost of housing ($687) from the monthly welfare rate for a single adult ($710), only $23 remains. $23 is less than a dollar per day to spend on food, transportation, and other necessities.
This budgeting does not adequately reflect the cost of food or cost of living, especially in a costly city like Vancouver. In this scenario, a single person on income assistance simply has no money for food. There is no other choice but to rely on charity, food banks, and other community food programs in order to eat.
Charity or Justice?
How to support marginalized communities
Last year in the Downtown Eastside, many longstanding holiday meal efforts were thwarted by ‘parachute’ groups who showed up to serve meals (generally fast food) on the street. Many chefs and longtime organizers were disappointed to see much food waste for other healthy community initiatives, which were negatively impacted.
Dounia Saeme from Downtown Eastside Kitchen Tables recommends that those from outside of the community who want to help make the effort to support existing initiatives. For this reason, the Downtown Eastside Kitchen Tables project produces its own DTES Holiday Meal list.
#RethinkGiving campaign promotes long-term solutions over short-term relief
The BC Poverty Reduction Coalition hopes individuals will go beyond charity as part of their #RethinkGiving campaign.
As a means to help others, many people feel the urge to donate to charities such as food banks. These organizations offer immediate and necessary relief to those in need. However, this relief often lacks long-term solutions to make lasting change.
The #RethinkGiving campaign considers political engagement, education, and community action as ways to address the root cause of poverty.
For example, in addition to donating to those in need, they suggest emailing your MLA with this handy letter template to ask them to commit to an Accountable, Bold and Comprehensive poverty reduction plan for BC.
In October 2018, the BC government passed legislation to introduce BC’s first Poverty Reduction Strategy. To address this legislation, the BC Poverty Reduction Coalition and its 400+ supporting organizations have put together a list of recommendations for the government called the ABC plan.
The ABC plan (Accountable, Bold, and Comprehensive) includes strong accountability measures; bold, immediate action; and comprehensive long-term actions in seven policy areas including health and food security.
As part of the #RethinkGiving campaign, the Poverty Free Action Team has also created a “12 Days of Advocacy” printable advent-style calendar. It features a task to complete to take action against poverty in BC for 12 days, starting on Christmas Day.
Wishes for good health
A commitment to food security in 2019
Vancouver Neighbourhood Food Networks send wishes for good health and prosperity to our communities across Vancouver for the new year. Amidst rising costs and rising challenges to food security, we remain committed to feeding communities well–whether through meal programs, gardens, or food skills workshops. We also commit to fighting poverty–the root cause of food insecurity–though our everyday work.
From working as food programmers, advocates, and community developers, we understand how food insecurity is deeply tied to poverty. The inability to feed oneself directly hinders one’s ability to live a healthy lifestyle.
We encourage our supporters to visit ABCplan.ca and voice your support, participate in the Poverty Action Team’s 12 Days of Advocacy, and learn about other ways to make long-term change in our communities.
Happy new year!
This post was adapted with permission from an original blog post written by Ian Marcuse for Grandview Woodland Food Security


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If you’re looking for a way to keep your Discord game activity private, you’re in luck. In this post, we’ll show you how to easily hide what game you’re playing on Discord.
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Discord is a voice and text app designed for gamers that lets you easily find, join, and chat with friends. But what if you don’t want everyone to know what game you’re playing? Here’s how to hide what game you’re playing on Discord.
Step One: Download and Install BetterDiscord
If you want to keep everyone from knowing what games you’re playing, you’re going to need two things: the first is a program called BetterDiscord, and the second is a browser extension called “UserCSS”. You can get both of these by following the links below.
Once you have both of these installed, you’re ready to move on to the next step.
Step Two: Enable the Plugin
Now that you’ve installed the plugin, it’s time to enable it. To do so, head back to the main OBS window and click on “Tools” in the menu bar. From the drop-down menu that appears, select “DiscordHidePlugin.” A small window will pop up; make sure the “Enable Plugin” box is checked, then click “OK.”
Step Three: Change the Game Status
Now that you have everything set up the way you want it, it’s time to start playing some games! All you need to do is launch the game you want to play, and Discord will automatically detect that you’re playing and display it on your profile.
But what if you don’t want people to know what game you’re playing? Discord has a feature that lets you do just that. Simply click on the “Games” tab at the bottom of the Discord window, then click on the “Game Status” option and select “Invisible.” This will hide what game you’re playing from your profile, and people will only see that you’re online.
If you ever want to change your game status back to visible, simply follow the same steps and select “Online” instead of “Invisible.”
Step Four: Customize Your Status
Launch the Discord app on your computer and log in with your account details, then click on the “User Settings” (gear icon) option in the left-hand pane.
Click on the “Status” tab in the left-hand pane, then click on the “Custom Status” option.
In the “Custom Status” window, select “Do Not Disturb” from the “Status Type” drop-down menu.
Click on the “Set a Custom Status” message box and type in whatever game you’re playing. For example, you could type ” playing Apex Legends.”
Click on the “Save Changes” button.
Now that you know how to hide what game you’re playing on Discord, you can keep your personal life and your gaming life separate. Whether you’re trying to avoid spoilers or just don’t want everyone to know how much time you’re spending on Overwatch, this feature is a valuable addition to the Discord app.

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Ask a doctor before use if you have kidney disease, allergies to foods, preservatives or dyes, had a hypersensitive reaction to Phenazopyridine. Stomach upset may occur, taking this product with or after meals may reduce stomach upset. Your urine will become reddish-orange in color. This is not harmful, but care should be taken to avoid staining clothing or other items. Do not use for more than 2 days without consulting a doctor.This product is labelled to United States standards and may differ from similar products sold elsewhere in its ingredients, labeling and allergen warnings
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2012 POY Finalists: Electrical Controls
Finalists in the Electrical Controls category for the Plant Engineering 2012 Product of the Year competition.
Cabinet cooler system
The Dual High Temperature Cabinet Cooler Systems purge and cool overheated electrical control panels in harsh environments. The cabinet coolers eliminate high-temperature malfunctions and protect sensitive electronics from hot, dirty locations by keeping electrical enclosures cool with air as cold as 20 F. With high cooling capacity of up to 5,600 Btu/hr, the cabinet coolers are designed for large electrical enclosures and high heat loads. The cabinet cooler applications include variable frequency drives, programmable controllers, industrial computers, motor controls, microprocessors, and robotics.
Sensing switch and transducer
The ATS Current Sensing Switch and Transducer is a one-piece solution combing a limit alarm with an analog output signal transducer to monitor produced and consumed ac current up to 1,200 A while isolating outputs and input to maximize safety. The rotary switch makes it easy for operators to set the trip point. With an analog signal available at all times, increases or decreases in current can be detected. The switch also provides limit alarm contacts for over- or under-current conditions.


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Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh has expressed an interest in playing a game overseas in the past, and now it appears that desire is inching closer to being a reality.
At Big Ten Media Days, Harbaugh said that an announcement will be happening soon on that front.
“I think we’re really close to announcing, actually, playing another team on foreign soil,” Harbaugh said. “I think there’s something really imminent. There will be an announcement soon on that.”
Harbaugh said he wasn’t ready to announce where the game will be played or who the opponent will be, and it remains to be seen what year this game will be played in, as Michigan doesn’t have an open date on their schedule until 2022.
This topic came up when a media member asked Harbaugh if he would be interested in playing in Mexico City, to which Harbaugh replied that sounded like a good idea. “Yes, Mexico City would be great,” Harbaugh said. “Yeah, you know, we like to travel.”
The other obvious pick for a game on foreign soil would be London, England. The NFL has played games in London for the better part of a decade, and Major League Baseball had an incredibly successful tilt there when the Red Sox and Yankees squared off in what was an action packed two-game series last month. The support for American sports exists across the pond, and in Mexico as well.
Where do you think Michigan is headed?

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Fragmentation is nearly unavoidable due to the vast amount of customer data available to brands. Even when utilizing a DMP or CDP, marketers need robust strategies and solutions to overcome these challenges.
Data quality has risen to the top of the priority list when it comes to making business decisions. In today’s market, making judgments based on what one believes to be true is no longer adequate; data has become critical for B2B organizations to remain competitive and relevant.
Data silos separate data and leave little room for collaboration between different departments or teams in B2B companies, jeopardizing the accuracy and efficiency of their marketing initiatives. As a result, a B2B company must understand data silos, their primary challenges, and, most crucially, how to unlock them in order to grow their business.
Also Read: AI Transform Revenue Technology in 2022
Impact of Data Silos and Fragmentation
Here are a few ways how data silo and data fragmentation can negatively impact a B2B business:
One of the most serious problems with data silos is that they make it impossible for teams in B2B companies to communicate with one another. Teams become distanced from one another as a result of the multiple bits of information not correlating well enough for one clear aim or goal. This separation of data silos leads to disjointed initiatives and the inability of the entire B2B company to collaborate. Managers want data-driven decisions, but they don’t understand how this affects other parts of the B2B company because their team is solely focused on themselves.
Inability to Leverage ML Models
The most serious problem with data silos and fragmentation is that it prevents B2B companies from acquiring actionable customer insights, which is crucial for marketing. This is due to a lack of a comprehensive data framework and a failure to capitalize the advantages of extensive data analysis. A machine learning algorithm used for marketing campaigns would be unable to obtain a complete knowledge of a customer due to data silos and fragmentation, resulting in lower-quality insights and the inability to use predictive analytics to accurately predict future consumer behavior. For B2B marketing campaigns, a complete understanding of their potential customers is required to attract them.
Having a clear, accessible image of the customers is crucial to driving the marketing plan to obtain a competitive edge. As a result, eliminating data silos and fragmentation should be a key focus for any B2B business marketing effort aimed at growth.
Eliminating Data Silos and Fragmentation
B2B marketers can utilize a variety of approaches and tools to avoid data silos and fragmentation:
Unifying all of the consumer data gathered is one of the best strategies to avoid data silos and fragmentation. Customer Data Platforms can help B2B companies in consolidating and organizing customer data gathered from a variety of sources, organizing it into customized and central customer profiles, and making it accessible to other applications and systems. As a result, CDPs can prevent data silos by generating comprehensive customer profiles that include information from several sources.
Another way to avoid data silos is to create a company-wide roadmap for data management and usage. A collaborative working environment allows teams to exchange data without ignoring data ownership. Teams must keep interacting, innovating, and learning new things about their current circumstances.
Also, having a designated Data Protection Officer for B2B business marketing will ensure that the subsequent data executions are compliant with data protection rules.
B2B businesses can prevent data silos by implementing data governance solutions that promote synergy and effectively optimize data. A data governance framework should outline the rules, structure, and ownership for data management in the B2B company.
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You want to travel around this wonderful world and the World Voyage Enamel Charm tells people just that. This gorgeous blue charm that makes you remember past trips and look forward to new. Whether it’s you or a special friend that loves to travel, this charm adds your personality to your bracelet that can only be uniquely YOU.
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As time goes on, pet owners are becoming more and more aware of how to maintain their pet’s optimal health. Dental health awareness has increased greatly, and rightfully so. Keeping your pet’s mouth clean can decrease a huge number of ailments, including cancers. But not everyone wants to put their pets under anesthesia every year to keep their teeth in good shape – not only because of the risks associated with surgery, but because of the rising cost as well.
Many animal hospitals and groomers now offer non-anesthetic dental cleanings for both cats and dogs. In these cases, technicians are able to keep pets calm while they clean their teeth by carefully restraining them and keeping them comfortable. Some animals will still need to go under no matter what, but the majority are able to sit through a dental cleaning surprisingly well. Not only are they seemingly safer, without the risk of anesthesia, they’re considerably cheaper, too.
But is it really worth the money? Are non-anesthetic dentals really as good as a full anesthetic dental? Most veterinary professionals don’t think so. In fact, many feel that they’re actually detrimental to the overall health of our pets. This is for a number of reasons, but the main one being that they simply do not provide the full cleaning that is necessary for our pets; yet they leave pet owners thinking that they’ve done a full dental that’s taken care of any possible problem.
When you have your pet go under anesthesia for a dental, your veterinarian and veterinary technicians are able to clean inside the mouth and underneath the gums better than they can when your pet is awake. Think about when you go to the dentist…that hour with your dental assistant can be pretty painful! Even if you go once a year, it can be fairly uncomfortable. But you and the dental assistant are able to communicate effectively, and you probably won’t become overly stressed and try to bite her. But your dog doesn’t have the same understanding. When things become too painful, the non-anesthetic technicians can’t push it the way your dental assistant can push you. Our dogs don’t understand this pain and why it’s happening.
Another thing your veterinarian might do while your pet is anesthetized is take dental radiographs. Just like for your dentist, dental x-rays can help your veterinarian find any dental fractures, tumors, or other ailments that are hidden from plain view. In fact, the tartar accumulation that we can see is the least of your pet’s worries when it comes to his dental health. This can easily be scraped off in non-anesthetic dentals (or by the correct chew toys, knuckle bones, etc.) It’s what is under the gum line that’s important, and that’s exactly what non-anesthetic dentals don’t address. Periodontal disease, or gum disease, will still thrive if the sub-gingival area is not treated. Most fractures, tumors, gingival hyperplasia, and tooth resorption are diagnosed only by dental radiographs.
The risk of anesthesia is very real, and many veterinarians understand owners’ concerns. However, veterinary medicine has come a long way, and general anesthesia is considered very safe. Assuming your pet has gone through all of the necessary pre-surgical screening to make sure there are no underlying problems that could jeopardize him while in surgery; your pet will get better care and results. Remember, the full anesthetic dental is more expensive, but you sometimes get what you pay for. In this case, it’s probably the better option to spend the extra buck and make sure your dog is really getting the care and treatment he needs. After all, even if they do get dentals once a year, they probably have a lot more tartar built up than your average human. Keep in mind that each pet is different, and it’s also important to talk with your veterinarian about the options best suited for your dog. In the end, that’s what we want most; healthy, happy pets.
About the Author
Katie is a professional dog trainer located in Southern California, with a background of experience as a veterinary assistant as well. She has trained and competed with multiple breeds in AKC Obedience and Rally, agility, herding, Schutzhund/IPO, French Ring and conformation. She has been involved in dogs since she was a child, and specializes in protection dogs, working dogs, and aggression issues. You can visit her website, Katie’s Dog Training, to find out more information about her training and accomplishments. When she’s not helping others and writing, she’s out on the field with her Belgian Malinois and Pembroke Welsh Corgi.


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We’ll sample storms on sea and land, plus a featured release by the stormily named American baroque orchestra Tempesta di Mare.
Plucked instruments—lutes, guitars, harps and harpsichords will pick and pizz us through the hour. Plus, a special tribute to lute player Pat O’Brien.
This hour, we’re looking at families wired for song! Plus, music from Jordi Savall and his two musical offspring.
“We’re game” this week as we explore music by gamblers, for gamblers, and about gamblers. (Dare you to join us!)
Don't you hate it when you're not “in” on an in-joke? This hour, early examples of “eye music,” where the punchlines are hidden for the performers to enjoy.
We're exploring music inspired by birdsong and the art of the fantasia.
Two new recordings from father and daughter, Jordi and Arianna Savall.
We're listening to music about music on this edition of Harmonia!
We’re heading into battle this hour, for a sampling of music by, for, or about soldiers.
Music by some “cranky” organists from Restoration England! Plus, we continue our look at theorist Athanasius Kircher and feature a recent CD by Chatham Baroque.

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Client challenge : Build entire supply chain structure, processes and organization in EU and US in anticipation of first product launch
Drive value chain set-up and establish supply chain capabilities in EU and US to deliver new product (biotech or pharma) from scratch including cross-functional leadership.
Based on the customer and the product requirements we built the entire supply chain in collaboration with the other central functions such as Regulatory, Quality, Commercial, Finance, Manufacturing and Procurement. SCO created the business processes and developed the infrastructure to launch bio-pharma products immediately after MAH approval.
Launch readiness of both the upstream (Manufacturing) and the downstream (Distribution) supply chain was always part of the scope which included inventory build-up, licensing readiness, GDP network compliance and channel to market set-up.
Identification and selection of logistics and supply chain partners including RFI and RFP/RFQ was also key deliverables to the overall project.
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The purpose of the study reported in this chapter was to use focus groups to gain a better understanding of what preadjudicated and adjudicated girls reported about their experiences before and during incarceration.
The study found four main themes that are common concerns of both adjudicated and preadjudicated girls, as well as of social service professionals who work with them; these themes include: (1) girls seldom get help before they are committed; (2) girls want and need more health education and services; (3) some girls within the corrections system should be getting help elsewhere; and (4) girls generally perceive their opportunities for training in life skills to be less than that offered to boys in the criminal justice system. The most important finding from the study reported is the ways that girls’ serious struggles, including their abuse victimizations, are unnoticed, or if noticed, not responded to in any meaningful way, until they commit crimes. Consistent with other recent studies on this topic, this study emphasizes the need for financial investment in adequate responses to delinquent girls and recognizing the gender-specific needs of girls. However, the study also stresses the need for better intervention with girls at risk for delinquency before they commit crimes. The study employed a collaborative research design and used focus groups to collect data on the reported experiences of preadjudicated and adjudicated girls before and during incarceration. A total of 30 committed girls and 33 preadjudicated girls participated in the focus groups across Colorado. Appendix, note, and references
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Juventus have been docked 10 points following a new hearing into the club’s past transfer dealings.
Juve were initially handed a 15-point penalty in January but Italy’s highest sporting court overturned that decision in April and ordered the case to be re-examined.
The new ruling was announced on Monday, before the team’s game away to Empoli.
The penalty drops Juve to seventh place in Serie A, outside the European qualification spots.
Napoli have already secured the Serie A title and, before Monday’s ruling, were 17 points ahead of second-placed Juve.
In April, a tribunal at Italy’s Olympic Committee (CONI) revoked Juve’s 15-point penalty from the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) appeals court.
It asked the appeals court to revise punishments to the club and some key figures, including former vice-chairman Pavel Nedved.
Long bans given to former chairman Andrea Agnelli, ex-chief executive Maurizio Arrivabene and sporting directors Federico Cherubini and Fabio Paratici have now been upheld.
A Juventus statement said that the club “takes note” of the decision and “reserves the right to read the reasons to evaluate a possible appeal” to CONI.
It added: “What was established by the fifth instance of judgment in this matter, which began more than a year ago, arouses great bitterness in the club and in its millions of supporters who, in the absence of clear rules, find themselves extremely penalised with the application of sanctions that seem to take into account the principle of proportionality.
“While not ignoring the need for urgency, which Juventus has never shied away from during the proceedings, it is emphasised that these are facts that still have to be evaluated by a judge.”
If Juve beat Empoli, they will be two points behind AC Milan, who occupy the final Champions League spot, with two games to play.
The club is also involved in criminal proceedings over its accounting practices, with 12 current and former officials, including Agnelli, potentially facing trial.
According to Italian news agencies, a high court hearing on 26 October will decide whether any eventual trial will be held in Turin, where the investigation has taken place, or in either Milan or Rome.
The Old Lady were handed a points deduction after an investigation into the club’s past transfer dealings spanning two years from 2019 to 2021 by the FIGC.
Juventus were accused of fixing their balance sheets by artificial gains of around 60m euros from club transfers, charges they were found guilty of by the FIGC’s appeals court in January.
The club, however, denied any wrongdoing and took their case to a tribunal at the Olympic Committee, Italy’s highest sporting court.
The tribunal did not rule on the merits of the case but instead examined the legal legitimacy of the punishments handed out by the FIGC to the club and directors.
Juventus were among several Serie A clubs acquitted of suspect transfer activity by an FIGC appeals court trial last year but the investigation into the club was reopened due to new evidence from a separate criminal probe into their finances.
The initial 15-point sanction was tougher than the nine-point deduction prosecutors had requested, and the club hoped no points deduction would be applied once the case had been re-examined.
Agnelli and the rest of the club’s board, including former midfielder Nedved, stepped down in November while the investigation was taking place.
At the time, a statement said the resignations were “considered to be in the best social interest to recommend that Juventus equip itself with a new board of directors to address these issues”.
The chairman had presided over the club for 13 years, during which time Juventus won nine successive Serie A titles and reached two Champions League finals.
But last year they made a £220m loss – a record for an Italian club.
Agnelli and Arrivabene were banned from Italian football for two years, with Nedved receiving an eight-month suspension.
Cherubini and Paratici were suspended domestically for 16 months and two and a half years respectively.
Paratici left the club to become managing director at Tottenham before January’s ruling but his suspension was extended worldwide by Fifa in March.
Juventus are also facing an investigation from Uefa, European football’s governing body, over potential breaches of its club licensing and financial fair play regulations, which was announced in March.


COLUMN | Asymmetrical warfare drives shift in dynamic of sea combat off Ukraine [Naval Gazing]
Offshore aspects of the Russia-Ukraine conflict have brought into sharp focus the rising profile of asymmetrical naval warfare, with uncrewed surface vehicles (USV) assuming a dominant role.
Russia has deployed warships of its Black Sea Fleet in support of a three-pronged maritime strategy, focused on offshore blockade enforcement, the launching from seaward of land attack missile strikes, and logistical support of land operations.
By 2022, the Ukrainian Navy was at an early stage of a modest expansion programme. However, scuttling and enemy action have since reduced the service to a fleet of small coastal and riverine patrol craft, although it is currently being augmented by mine warfare vessels supplied by the UK and the Netherlands. These ships likely will have a very important role post-conflict, as vast numbers of mines of various types will have to be cleared from the Black Sea.
The Ukrainians have nonetheless built up an impressive inventory of USVs, and extensive use of these assets has greatly hampered the execution of Russia’s maritime strategy.
Ukrainian USVs have carried out at least 15 attacks on Russian naval assets. Not all of these raids have been successful, but some have resulted in severe damage to a number of major units including a frigate, amphibious warfare vessels, and support ships. Some of the attacked vessels have probably been damaged beyond economical repair.
In some instances, the Russians have put up effective resistance, involving early detection and concentrated ship- and shore-based missile and gun fire. Often, however, targeted vessels seem to have been caught unawares. There have been instances of vessels showing lights at night and being silhouetted against shore illumination, thereby making themselves highly visible targets.
The USV attacks, which likely relied upon targeting information supplied by allied surveillance assets, have also succeeded in damaging strategic maritime installations such as bridges, docks, and naval support facilities
The attacks are frequently conducted in parallel with strikes by Scalp and Storm Shadow cruise missiles launched from Ukrainian Air Force fighter-bombers. Some of these strikes have caused major damage to vessels, including a Kalibr cruise missile-armed, Kilo-class attack submarine, as well as shore installations.
Specialist naval USV unit formed up
Ukrainian USVs initially consisted of heavily modified jetskis using mainly commercially available command and control equipment. Development of indigenously-built USVs has been very rapid, though, and in August 2023, Kyiv formed up a specialist “Explosive Naval Drone Unit,” designated the 385th Separate Brigade, to operate these craft, production of which has been facilitated by crowdfunding as well as by the Ukraine’s intelligence services and defence ministry. According to a spokesperson for these services, USVs are being manufactured at secret underground facilities.
USVs operated by this new unit include:
- Magur (marine autonomous guided uncrewed robot): This 5.5-metre USV is powered by waterjet and features electro-optical observation equipment and a range of 450 nautical miles. It can be fitted with a 450-kilogram warhead.
- Sea Baby: An enlarged development of Magur, this is capable of carrying an 860-kilogram warhead and is reportedly intended for attacks upon bridges.
Also, reports indicate that two types of uncrewed underwater vehicles (UUV), the Toloka TK-150 and the Marichka, are under development.
USV operations continue to intensify
USV operations continue to increase incrementally. Over two days in mid- September, there were four separate attacks on Russian Navy patrol ships in the Black Sea. None of the vessels were sunk, but reports indicate that most, possibly all, of the vessels were damaged despite defending themselves with concentrated gunfire.
Ukraine’s USV campaign has radically shifted the dynamic of the sea war off the country’s coast. It has played a lead role in negating Russian blockading efforts. The campaign has therefore not only cost the Russians valuable naval assets, but has also caused Moscow to transfer many warships from the Sevastopol base in Crimea to the supposedly safer haven of Novorossiysk, and there is little doubt that the morale of Black Sea Fleet personnel has been adversely affected by the sustained attacks.
Perhaps most importantly, the Ukrainian USV campaign has constrained Russian naval operations in the Black Sea. Recent reports from Kyiv claimed that there has been a drastic reduction of Russian warship activity in the sea, and that much routine patrolling is now carried out by ships of the paramilitary Border Service Coast Guard rather than by Russian naval vessels. These lightly armed vessels pose little military threat, and the Ukrainians will probably be reluctant to expend USVs on attacking them.
This example of successful asymmetrical naval warfare is playing out a time when there is a great focus on littoral warfare. It is not surprising, therefore, that both analysts and top naval brass are assessing its likely impact upon future naval strategy.


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How immediate and significant is the outcome of training on diversified diets, hygiene and food safety? An effort to mitigate child undernutrition in rural Malawi
This article (PDF) in the journal Public Health Nutrition examined the impacts of training on nutrition, hygiene and food safety designed by the Nutrition Working Group, Child Survival Collaborations and Resources Group (CORE). Undernutrition in children has been detrimental to economic and social development in low-income countries, particularly sub-Saharan Africa. Mothers were trained on the subjects of appropriate complementary feeding, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) practices, and aflatoxin contamination in food. To assess the impacts on child undernutrition, a randomized controlled trial was implemented on a sample of 179 mothers and their children (<2 years old) in two districts of Malawi, namely Mzimba and Balaka. Results revealed that the impacts of the comprehensive training were positive and statistically significant on the Z-scores for wasting and underweight, where the effects increased constantly over time within the 21d time frame. As for stunting, the coefficients were not statistically significant during the 21d program, although the level of significance started increasing in 2 weeks, indicating that stunting should also be alleviated in a slightly longer time horizon. The study also indicates a huge area of concern on food safety, since more than half the urine samples of children studied indicated aflatoxin contamination, though this did not exert significant effect on nutrition outcomes per se. In conclusion, the research points to new direction and approaches for achieving better health outcomes amongst low-income countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

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|City celebrates Public Power Week|
|Written by Editor|
|Thursday, 29 September 2011 20:54|
TIPP CITY - The City of Tipp City is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Public Power Week, October 2-8, along with more than 2,000 other public power utilities across the nation. The observance celebrates the advantages public power provides to 46 million American customers.
“The City of Tipp City has been providing a public service to our community since 1897.
They depend on us, “Christy Butera, Director of Utilities, said. “We take great pride in being a public power system and doing everything we can to keep the power on and provide safe, efficient service.”
To celebrate Public Power Week, The City of Tipp City invites the community members to participate in the Mercury Exchange Program. On Wednesday, October 5th, 2011, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tipp City Municipal Utilities will be exchanging mercury fever thermometers and mercury switches in exchange for digital thermometers.
To exchange thermometers and switches, residents should bring them to the Service/Planning Department window, in the City Government Center, 260 S. Garber Drive, in the thermometer’s original plastic case or sealed in two plastic bags. Not to be confused with alcohol thermometers, mercury thermometers contain silver liquid, whereas alcohol thermometers contain red or blue liquid. Only mercury thermometers will be exchanged.


3rd Conference: International Network for Artistic Research in Jazz (INARJ)
The International Network for Artistic Research in Jazz (INARJ), founded in 2019, will host its Third Conference, February 23–25, 2023, at the JAM MUSIC LAB Private University for Jazz and Popular Music, Vienna.
The aim of the group’s conferences is to strengthen its network and establish a platform for advocacy for artistic research in jazz and popular music. The methodology of artistic research is still fairly new in jazz and popular music genres and INARJ was founded with the mission to establish guidelines and resources for the field. The specific goal for the third conference is to discuss and experiment with questions of methodology, rigor, knowledge exchange, and positioning. Some conference sessions will be provided in hybrid format, however we encourage participants to plan on in-person attendance for more effective engagement in discussions and projects. Complete Signup Information and Program is available at https://artisticjazzresearch.com/ after January 21. Conference participation is free.
Research of versus research with.
Is there/should there be a distinction between using practice as a vehicle to articulate and disseminate research findings solely through the medium of performance or applied projects compared to more traditional research methods that disseminate knowledge generated by practice through transcriptions text? In the case of the latter, what is the distinction between this and more traditional forms of research?
Demonstrating ‘rigor’ in improvised music.
How can we demonstrate and assess the rigor of research that uses improvisation as a central component? Is it possible to formulate quality guidelines? How can we position research with improvised and popular music genres in the field of artistic research with the goal of inclusion in the Frascati Manual?
Knowledge exchange via improvised music practice.
If we are to align ourselves with the broader field of jazz studies, what are ways to effectively communicate the knowledge gained from artistic research? What might those modes of communication be? How can artistic research methods be incorporated in jazz pedagogy and higher education curricula?
Value/application of knowledge to the wider research community.
How can we better ensure rigor and mediating between artistic research and the potentially subjective nature of artistic practice and improvisation practice? For a potential journal, what should be guidelines and review practices to ensure rigor but provide for the applied and creative nature of the research?
Michael Kahr (Gustav Mahler Private University of Music Klagenfurt / JAM MUSIC LAB Private University for Jazz and Popular Music Vienna)
Monika Herzig (JAM MUSIC LAB Private University for Jazz and Popular Music Vienna)
Andrew Bain (Royal Birmingham Conservatoire)
Mike Fletcher (Royal Birmingham Conservatoire)
Matthias Heyman (Koninklijk Conservatorium Brussel)


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10 Best Areas In Dark Souls
Where in Dark Souls did you enjoy the location so much you barely noticed the constant death?
Despite being a series that is famous for its difficulty, its brutal learning curve and its boss fights, there is a lot more to the Dark Souls series than just this. Interesting characters, a deep and engaging world and a real sense of deep lore and history that is always more hinted it than explained to you.
While it is easy to look at the series and pick out the bits that the players generally didn't like, there is plenty to be admired. Ask anyone who has spent a large amount of time with the games and they will happily tell you which bosses were unfair, which enemies were infuriating or which levels were poorly designed.
The areas within the series have been hit and miss, as any games of this size are liable to be, but there have been some that it is generally agreed were done to an exceptional standard. Whether it's pure aesthetics, heavy lore implications or just fun mechanics and a place that the player looks forward to revisiting on subsequent playthroughs, what are the areas in Dark Souls 1, 2 and 3 that are agreed to be pretty good?
10. Cathedral Of The Deep - Dark Souls 3
As much as the Deacons of the Deep get a lot of flack for being a lacklustre boss, there is a lot to be said for the area that they reside in. The Cathedral of the Deep, the Cleansing Chapel outside of it and the whole area surrounding are entirely consistent with the lore you've been fed up to this point.
Firstly, the aesthetics of the place perfectly match what you'd expect with grand, vaulted rooms inhabited by giants and monsters. Knights stalk past the religious imagery and high in the rafters while Evangelists, grave wardens and undead mill around outside.
Secondly, there are many key encounters that happen here. Patches can trick you as "Siegward" if you've followed his quest correctly and he can lower you to the giant in an attempt to kill you. Anri and Horace can be summoned for the Deacons fight since their story ties in with Aldrich, who you would expect to find here on a blind playthrough.
Rosaria can be reached here to reallocate points and change your appearance, while Longfinger Kirk with his thorn armour invades you in the lower levels. Overall, a well-executed and enjoyable location for most players.

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Jubail, Saudi Arabia
|PORT MOVEMENTS SUSPENDED FOR SECOND DAY
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
|HURRICANE SEASON BEGINS JUNE 1
Port Arthur, TX, United States
|Wednesday, May 31, 2017, Jubail, Saudi Arabia|
From 0100 hours local time today (31 May), all port operations for berthing/unberthing of vessels were suspended by Jubail Port Authority due to strong winds and bad weather. The same conditions are currently prevailing at Jubail, with wind speed of 32 knots at the time of reporting.
For information about operations at Jubail contact GAC Saudi Arabia at email@example.com
|Port movements suspended for second day|
|Wednesday, May 31, 2017, Dammam, Saudi Arabia|
|Movements at Dammam Port remain suspended for a second day due to strong winds. Activity was halted at 06.50 hours local time yesterday (30 May).
For information about operations at Dammam contact GAC Saudi Arabia at firstname.lastname@example.org
|Hurricane Season begins June 1|
|Wednesday, May 31, 2017, Port Arthur, TX, United States|
|All facilities, vessels, service companies, and organizations in the Port Arthur Captain of the Port Zone should have their hurricane plans completed prior to the beginning of hurricane season.
For vessels 500 gross tons and greater expecting to remain in port during a hurricane, a Heavy Weather Plan and Remaining in Port Checklist must be completed and submitted to MSU Port Arthur at least 72 hours prior to the arrival of gale force winds.
Vessels 500 gross tons and greater in or entering layup status should notify MSU Port Arthur (VTS) for their status and provide necessary information for hurricane season preparation.
From our experience with previous storms, the following recommendations are offered:
The Port Arthur Port Coordination Team (PCT), coordinated by the U. S. Coast Guard, which includes representatives from local facilities, boat operators, pilots, and other federal agencies, will be activated prior to a storm’s arrival and hold daily conference calls before, during and after a storm event.
Hurricane Planning Information, including the Remaining in Port Checklist is available at http://www.uscg.mil/d8/
(For information about operations in the USA contact GAC USA at email@example.com)
Source: U.S. Coast Guard, Marine Safety Unit, Port Arthur, Texas, Marine Safety Information Bulletin 002-17 dated May 26, 2017


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Morsi in Tehran: Crossing the boundaries
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Maryam al-Khawaja has been refused entry by airport security officials for "security reasons".
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Teenager killed by riot police in Bahrain
Activists say 16-year-old was beaten by security forces, while interior ministry says he attacked police.
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Jail for Bahrain protest leader over tweet
Nabeel Rajab given three-month prison term for "insulting" some Bahrainis in tweet criticising prime minister.
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Bahrain activist Rajab released on bail
Nabeel Rajab, still faces travel ban and criminal charges for "inciting" protests and "defaming" security forces.
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Bahrain activist gets bail but still detained
Jailed Nabeel Rajab, head of Bahrain human rights group, granted $800 bail but remains jailed on a second charge.
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Bahraini human rights activists and commentators come together to discuss issues that aren't getting covered.
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Trump’s constant denials that Russia was behind the DNC hack were dealt a death blow as prosecutors say that they have enough evidence to bring charges against 6 Russian government officials for the hack and could move forward on the case next year.
The Wall Steet Journal reported, “The Justice Department has identified more than six members of the Russian government involved in hacking the Democratic National Committee’s computers and swiping sensitive information that became public during the 2016 presidential election, according to people familiar with the investigation. Prosecutors and agents have assembled evidence to charge the Russian officials and could bring a case next year, these people said. Discussions about the case are in the early stages, they said.”
Trump’s claim that we don’t know who hacked the DNC has always been laughable, but now his own Justice Department has gathered enough evidence to charge members of the Russian government with the crime. The question remains why was Trump trying to cast doubt on the source of the hack? The logical answer is that Trump and his campaign were working with the Russians and the one sure way to try to keep their conspiracy a secret was to discredit reports that Russia was behind the hacking.
One by one, Trump’s cover stories on the Russia scandal are coming apart. A Trump campaign adviser has pled guilty to lying to the FBI about trying to set up Trump/Russia meetings. Trump’s campaign manager was taking and laundering money from Russian oligarchs, and Russian government officials could be charged with the DNC hack.
Trump is running out of avenues for plausible deniability.
All roads lead to the conclusion that the Trump campaign colluded with Russia, and the biggest red flag that the President knew what was going on is his false denial that Russia was behind the DNC hack.


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Flowers and messages of thanks have been left on a street corner in Glasgow where a much-loved shopkeeper was stabbed to death in an attack that police are treating as “religiously prejudiced”.
The man, who has been named locally as Asad Shah, was described as a gentle man who cared deeply for his community and every year would print out his own Christmas cards with personal messages for customers.
Police Scotland announced on Friday evening that a 32-year-old man had been arrested in connection with the death of 40-year-old Shah, who was discovered with serious injuries in the Shawlands area of Glasgow, a few miles south of the city centre, just after 9pm on Thursday. The victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth university hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
A police statement confirmed: “A full investigation is under way to establish the full circumstances surrounding the death, which is being treated as religiously prejudiced.”
Aamer Anwar, one of Scotland’s leading human rights lawyers, who knew Shah and recalled him as “a lovely man just doing his job”, earlier warned the Glasgow Southside community “not to jump to conclusions” as tributes to Shah poured in on social media under the hashtag #thisisnotwhoweare.
Anwar told the Guardian: “Our thoughts and prayers should be with the family of Mr Shah, who was a well-liked and loved member of the community.”
“But it’s important that people remain calm. The police have thrown every resource at this investigation and it’s extremely important to allow the police to continue with their work.”
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon joined an estimated crowd of 400-500 people on Friday evening for the vigil to show solidarity and remember Shah.
Sturgeon, whose constituency covers the area, tweeted afterwards: “Moved to be one of hundreds tonight as Shawlands united in grief for Asad Shah and support for his family.”
Those attending were encouraged to bring a daffodil. Many laid flowers and lit candles during the gathering.
One of the vigil organisers, Eildon Dyer, said: “It was very respectful. There were a lot of people clearly very upset. There were a lot of tears and lots and lots of flowers.
“Everybody has said he was the nicest man. He was clearly much-loved. Everybody had nice stories to tell about him and warm stories. It’s just very, very sad.”
Shah, who owned Shah’s Newsagents in Shawlands, posted an Easter message on Facebook hours before the incident. His page, which includes homemade videos of him praying and sending messages of peace, displays a final missive posted on Thursday at 5.10pm.
It reads: “Good Friday and a very Happy Easter, especially to my beloved Christian nation ... Let’s follow the real footstep of beloved holy Jesus Christ and get the real success in both worlds.”
Stewart McDonald, SNP MP for Glasgow South, said Shah was “known and loved by many” and encouraged people to join a silent vigil at 9pm on Friday night. Attendees have been asked to bring daffodils.
Keira Riley, a Shawlands resident who had known Shah for seven years, said that she was “deeply hurt and saddened for his family”.
Riley described a softly spoken, gentle man who would keep you chatting even if you had only popped into the shop: “He always asked about your family even though he never met them. He spoke very softly too and giggled quite a lot when he spoke … he came across as a gentle man who cared for his community and customers.
“Every year he would print out his own Christmas cards with his own personal message in it for you. I can’t think why this would happen to him. I know he was loved by everyone who went into his shop. He always remembered you and shook your hand when you left.”
Lorraine Cleaver, who lives with her family near the newsagents, recalled how she would greet Shah as he made his way to afternoon prayers at the nearby mosque while she waited to pick up her son from school.
“He was always such a friendly man, took care to pass the time of day and had a smile for everyone. I realise that all sounds like trite soundbites folk utter when someone’s passed, but it’s nevertheless true.”
Floral tributes arranged by a hedge next to a police cordon included messages remembering “such a lovely man with a heart of gold and a warm smile”. Another read simply: “All you wanted was peace. We are one.”
One well-known arts venue, a street away from the killing, has cancelled its regular Friday evening events to allow as many locals as possible to attend the vigil.
The manager, Joe Smillie, told the Guardian: “My family, who run the Glad Cafe, all live and have grown up in the Southside of Glasgow, minutes from where this horrible event occurred. Our community means a lot to us.”
“We cancelled this evening’s event because it didn’t feel right going ahead after the tragic circumstances of last night. We’d rather people were at the vigil, showing what a strong sense of community there is in the Southside of Glasgow, who will not tolerate this barbaric and hateful attitude.”


A couple of days ago Palm itself revealed information about the Treo Pro, today even more pictures became public. Furthermore, more specifications became known, like the huge battery!
The pictures come from a Chinese forum, that also reveals that the Treo Pro has a 400MHz processor. Earlier we heard that it was going to be a 333MHZ processor, so this is great to hear.
The Chinese source is also telling us that the Palm Treo Pro is equipped with GPS! Something that we didn't know yet. The display is probably having the measures of 320 x 320 pixels, the camera is going to be 2 megapixel, the GSM receiver is probably quad band and the internal memory is going to have 256 MB ROM and 128 MB RAM. Just to let you know.
The Treo Pro has a microUSB entrance and a 3.5mm audio headset jack. At last we have to say that the battery is really huge with a capacity of 1500mAh! That should be sufficient to provide us with some hours of standby.


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Free Horror Movies
Watch movies on-line. It’s properly reported within the information recently that the Value of Residing disaster has affected the way in which we spend our cash considerably casually on streaming companies like Netflix, Disney+ and Amazon Prime.
However don’t fear! We’ve been searching for some FREE horror films for anybody to observe, and also you don’t must pay something as these are free companies (though you might be required to log in to a few of them.)
Rooting round YouTube will provide you with a ton of concepts as to what films are on the market: you might discover one thing sudden. There are horror movies on there and one which we love is Hammer Studios’ The Hound of the Baskervilles (1959) starring Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, in whose firm you actually can’t go incorrect.
It’s a studied, skilful adaptation of Doyle’s most well-known work, and it’s jolly entertaining as Hammer all the time delivers lovely units, moments of arch drama and comedy, and pitch-perfect performances. As reviewed not too long ago on the superb Hammer Heads podcast.
Channel 4 is accessible on Freeview and on-demand by way of the All4 service, which is free and requires fast registration so as to watch it on telephones, tablets, computer systems or TV. You need to sit via advert breaks however that’s a small value (really no value) to pay.
All 4’s movie assortment might comprise movies which can be a number of years outdated a minimum of, however how higher to make amends for these movies you missed amid all of the hype? All 4 has classics outdated and new.
We’re going with Hereditory (2018) as our free horror suggestion. Toni Collette is unimaginable on this pute showcasde of Ari Astors’s dance with folklore and gore. Some iconic imagary and haunting themes that stick to you.
Like Channel 4, C5 is one Freeview and has its personal app, this time referred to as My5, which once more is ad-supported and free and requires gree registration.
Numerous free films on C5 come from Pluto TV Motion pictures, and there are a staggering 11 channels solely dedicated to films. Now, most of them are obscure titles among the many extra recognisable ones however leafing via the choices might discover you intrigued to observe films which can be slightly off the crushed monitor.
Ultimate Vacation spot 3 is our horror selection right here, and as scary franchises, this is among the greatest entries. A workforce of doomed teenagers are tormented by visions of their grisly demises, from rollercoasters to cherry-pickers to tanning beds and vehicles. There are some really, memorably nasty results on show right here, and a fantastic recent solid together with Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
Equally to C5, this glorious oldies web site has reams of TV and movie titles: comedies, dramas, struggle, westerns, some unique titles you’ll be able to’t have seen anyplace else.
And with a fantastic number of sci-fi and monster films, you’ll get to see some kitsch classics with out having to return in time to a 50s drive-in.
The Monkey’s Paw is the one horror story everybody appears to know, and this 1948 chiller absolutely delivers the creeps, directed by Norman Lee and starring Michael Martin-Harvey, Sydney Tafler & Alfie Bass. A curio supplier sells a monkey’s paw that may grant the possessor three needs, however warns that catastrophe will observe. Would you make these needs?
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Once more, these are largely outdated or obscure titles which is usually a profit for film followers as a result of you’ll be able to wager you’ll by no means discover them on the mainstream streamers: Sci-Fi, Horror, Comedy, Movie Noir, you title it.
And since we’re specializing in horror, we should go along with Night time of the Residing Lifeless (1968), the late nice George Romero’s seminal zombie flick that’s been an affect on everybody from Edgar Wright to Guillermo del Toro. Famously made with out securing the follow-up rights, Romero simply needed to get the movie made, and the end result was an instantaneous smash in public area horror. Essentially the most addictively watchable, copiable horror film of all of them. In the event you’ve by no means seen it, now’s the time.
This channel is owned by Amazon so it has numerous well-known movies like Zero Darkish Thirty, Chicago, American Magnificence, A Streetcat Named Bob… and it’s free to observe as a Prime Video Channel or as a standalone Amazon Fireplace TV plugin.
Once more, it’s free since you don’t have to be on Prime, which is what Amazon costs for. And so they have some cracking horror, together with our selection, the residing legend John Carpenter’s Christine (1983). Maybe underrated however positively widespread with those that like it, that is the one a couple of younger man’s love affair together with his automobile: on this case the demonically possessed 1958 Plymouth Fury with the titular title. Once more, should you’ve by no means seen this one, you’re lacking out. It’s received luggage of fashion, an unimaginable synth soundtrack and probably the most lovely cinematography by Donald M. Morgan.
Plex has each an on-demand Motion pictures & TV part and a Reside TV part.
The films are fairly area of interest and there are numerous US titles, however in all probability not so many UK titles you’ll be accustomed to. The Reside TV part has numerous channels and a few of these present films, once more on the obscure aspect.
Home of the Satan (2009) is a kind of film that effortlessly appears prefer it belongs to the late 70s, however was made by the completely stellar director Ti West, at the moment KILLING IT in cinemas together with his ongoing trilogy of X, Pearl and subsequent yr’s MaXXXine. This one has a easy premise: an impoverished babysitter is requested to thoughts a home for the evening, containing a bizarre outdated girl we don’t see, at first… would you do the job? No, us neither.
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Our ultimate free suggestion is The Little Store of Horrors: not the superlative 1986 musical model however Roger Corman’s 1960 model, with a fantastic solid together with a younger Jack Nicholson!
There’s a lot to get pleasure from on Vimeo, and also you’ll get a great vary of indie horrors which can be probably unreleased anyplace else. One such treasure is the comedy-horror Whoops! a really British story about hapless serial killer Rose Clemente and her husband who tries dutifully to cowl up her buddies.
With comparisons to Hitchcock’s funnier movies and TV akin to Santa Clarita Food regimen… and with unapologetic lashings of gore, it is a free gem from the ‘Zomblogalypse’ workforce and is accessible without spending a dime by following this hyperlink and coming into the code WHOOPSFREE at cost:
So there we go, should you love your free horror movies. There are various extra on these websites so have a root round, however we hope you get pleasure from this cross-section of really nice horror films that received’t price you something to observe!


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Arjean Nichol Chandelier May 07, 2018 11:35:47
If you wish to clean the entire chandelier it is not necessary nowadays to dismantle the whole chandelier dust various parts in soapy water dry them carefully and return back all the parts to their places. It is now possible to buy a special detergent to clean crystal chandeliers. The detergent need only be sprayed on the chandelier and all dirt will disappear and will drain away onto a mat placed beneath the chandelier. The work which would otherwise take hours is finished in a few minutes.
Nothing is more romantic than sitting in a living room with a couple of splendid hand forged iron chandeliers hanging from the ceiling. Every chandelier has been carefully crafted to the tiniest detail and helps add a definite sense of beauty to your home. You can find hundreds of designers who are skilled in making high quality chandeliers. The variety of handmade chandeliers that today s world offers is simply unbelievable. Of course if you want the ultimate sense of personality you can find many companies who sell unique pieces of these artifacts from the old times. In any case any luxurious home is considered incomplete in this modern era without a few attractive-looking and classic chandeliers dangling from the ceiling.


Aino and Riccardo ended up working in the same quick meals restaurant at just the proper time. Aino had returned from her trade in Sweden, and life in Helsinki felt bland. Freedom had vanished, and she or he felt anxious in her old relationships. Iraqi citizenship has not precisely been a benefit finnish girls for Shark, neither when making use of for a visa nor when attending to know folks. Shark tries to avoid a foul first impression, and in time he tries to show that he is higher than how folks usually think about Iraqis.
The actuality on the bottom in Helsinki is that Finnish women gown very usually even at evening. You is not going to see skirts and high heels similar to you do in Kiev, as an example.
Finnish women seems similar to a person – hair, clothes, gait and manners. Finnish women tend to decorate down and have absolutely embraced the hipster life-style.
She will plan, arrange and demand no matter if it is a query of the happiness of her household. On the opposite hand, she desires a transparent distance between her mother and father and your life collectively. Only in an emergency, would a Finnish woman ask her mother to remain in her home for an extended time than a couple of nights.
Toots, wild hairstyles and piercings are common amongst Finnish women in Helsinki. Meanwhile, within the US, women are nonetheless solely less than a quarter of Congress, and feminine candidates for president face questions on whether they are “likable” enough to serve.
Bright garments, cosmetics and jewellery was not suitable with the agricultural way of life. After migrating to town, the Finns took their rural habits.
The Gender Equality Index reveals what progress has been made on gender equality in the EU Member States since 2010. Finland ranked fourth within the index measuring gender equality in the European Union, stated the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health in a press release. Reaktor Education is an online training firm world famous for breaking the established limitations round schooling. We are empowering folks to participate in a rapidly evolving globalized society. Aino views Finns as a people of temporary historical past of their very own, which she considers to be the explanation why we want to protect our tradition from foreign influences.
This is rooted in the country’s historical past – considerably its honourable wartime achievements and significant sporting deserves – and is at current nurtured by delight in Finland’s excessive-tech expertise. Women are also in a clear minority in terms of graduates in ICT-related fields (20%) and other people in ICT jobs (18%). The proportion of women working in ICT jobs has decreased by four share factors since 2010. Women and men use the internet every day to a roughly equal extent across the EU. However, the percentage of older women and ladies with decrease education who’ve by no means had the possibility to use the web is higher when compared to men in the same group.
A photograph of the new prime minister with three of her girls cabinet members shortly made the headlines. Less encouraging and sarcastic voices advised that “given all the gender discuss” the photograph lacked “gender-steadiness”. The Social Democrats emerged because the strongest party after Finland’s election in April.
Despite the rise, Finland’s score for the area of data is beneath the EU average, and the rating for gender segregation in schooling is almost 10 points under the EU common. According to the symptoms used for the Gender Equality Index, Finland ranks on the bottom in gender segregation in schooling. The improve is due to the reality, for instance, that ladies’s illustration in the 2019 parliamentary elections and the Government increased, as did the share of girls on the boards of large listed firms and completely different governing boards. The European Institute for Gender Equality on Thursday launched its fifth index measuring gender equality in the EU.


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Duterte has not taken significant measures that will strengthen the public health system and make health services accessible and equitable to the Filipino people.
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It’s business-as-usual for the Duterte administration in its proposed 2022 budget. It doesn’t respond to the pandemic and economic crisis that has destroyed livelihoods, lowered incomes, and worsened poverty.


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Hello SMJB fan. Sorry for the long silence. We have been working on ideas for The Salad Man & Juice Bar this spring. We are still out and about providence doing catered events for the winter months. Check out our catering menu http://www.itssaladman.com if your looking for some great lunch or dinner.
So, one of the ideas we have come up with is bottling our juices for quicker service, Detox’s or shipping options for our out of state fans. We are also working on gluten free and vegan desserts. So far we have managed to create an awesome gluten free and vegan chocolate chip cookie. This cookie is soft and moist, not crunchy like most gluten free cookies.
We have come up with some awesome new smoothie ideas we think you will love. Here’s a little hint on what we are working on. You may need a spoon with these smoothies. Very vague clue, we know but trust you will love this idea. So need less to say we can wait for spring to break.
As you may have noticed we have been hard at work with our website which is close to complete http://www.itssaladman.com
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How is William Faulkner's "A Rose for Emily" a story about the human heart in conflict with itself?
There is certainly plenty of conflict in this excellent short story, both internal and external. However, the conflict that I think your question alludes to is the internal conflict that goes on in Miss Emily herself, a character that we only get to see through the eyes of other people and never from her own perspective. We are but given tantalising glimpses of her background, that mostly focuses on gossip and hearsay, however, one distinct memory that we are given is the strict and authoritarian way in which her father raised her, scaring away any suitors with his whip:
We had long thought of them as a tableau, Miss Emily a slender figure in white in the background, her father a spraddled silhouette in teh forground, his back to her and clutching a horsewhip, the two of them framed by the back-flung front door.
It is clear from this "tableau" that Miss Emily had a very difficult childhood in a sense, and was kept isolated from forming human attachments with others thanks to her father. However, as the story progresses, we continue to see how Miss Emily becomes ever more stranded from the rest of humanity, and how, in a sense, she is already living a life that is dead, as her description as a "bloated" corpse, "like a body long submerged in motionless water," indicates. As we discover the grisly murder that she committed we realise the conflict that Miss Emily has undergone. Having had love denied to her for so long, she finally receives it, only to face losing it. Her desire for companionship of any kind, whatever the price, is evident in the strands of grey hair that adorn the pillow next to the corpse of Homer Barron. Through killing him, she gains him, but also marks her own exit from the world through her corpse-like appearance. Love is so strong sometimes that it expresses itself in acts of violence, and even of murder.

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Wrapping gifts can be just as stressful as buying them. If you're tired of handing over messy presents to your friends and family, read these gift wrapping tips and learn how to wrap presents like a pro!
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Make It A Mystery With A Weirdly Shaped Box
From a former Redditor:
One thing that has become a tradition with my family is to wrap things in weird boxes so no one can guess what their gift is.
For example, I bought my dad a hitch cover for his truck and wrapped it inside a giant Christmas tree box stuffed with tissue paper.
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Theme Your Wrapping Paper
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I've found that if I theme my wrapping paper, everything looks so much better. Last year I went for pastels. The year before was black and gold. This year is traditional red and green again.
Obviously, you only get the effect if you're wrapping multiple gifts (like, I do this for the four members of my immediate family, for who[m] I'll usually buy at least three gifts.) But it does look pretty impressive when all those gifts are sitting pretty under the tree.
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Use Colorful Old Catalogs!
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Turn Your Wrapping Paper Into A Craft
From Redditor u/Diffledee13:
For me, it depends on the person. One year I wrapped everything in brown paper and decorated it to look like something else... coloring it to look like a panda bear (with googly eyes) or a train, etc. Another year I bought brown tea towels and used it as wrapping paper to make it look like a reindeer (with paper eyes and pompom nose).
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Make The Gift As Square As Possible
From Redditor u/metacide:
Make the gift as square as possible. Place the gift on the roll of wrapping paper. Mark the edge of the gift on the paper. Roll the gift along with the wrapping paper four times away from your mark. Mark the edge of the gift on the paper again.
Now cut the paper so that you have an extra inch or 2 for overlap on the marks you made. This makes sure you have just enough to go all the way around it.
Now fold the paper on the sides of the gift up until it reaches just past halfway and mark that. Cut off the excess paper from the sides.
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Crease All The Edges
From Redditor u/hobbs522:
I like to crease all the edges going around the box; the clean lines look nice.


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EASY midweek family dish. Serves: 4.
380g cod fillet
1 tsp butter
500g leftover mashed potato
140g peas, defrosted
Handful mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tbsp mayonnaise
3 tbsp plain flour
3 tbsp rapeseed oil
1 Cut cod into chunks. Melt butter in a non-stick pan and gently cook cod for five minutes. When cool, flake into a bowl and season. Add mash, peas, mint and mayo. Mix together. Flour your hands, then shape mixture into eight patties. Dust both sides in flour, then chill for at least 30 minutes.
2 Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry fishcakes in batches for four minutes on each side, turning with a fish slice, until golden and crisp.


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Are you tired of fumbling through your wallet or digging around for loose change? Well, look no further! Introducing the incredible contactless payment ring, a small accessory that brings convenience to a whole new level.
Imagine being able to make purchases with just a simple tap of your finger. With a contactless payment ring, you can say goodbye to carrying bulky wallets or worrying about losing your cards. This sleek and stylish ring allows you to make secure payments at various stores, restaurants, and even public transportation.
Not only does the contactless payment ring make your life easier, but it also adds a touch of futuristic flair to your style. Whether you’re out for a run, grabbing a coffee, or simply exploring the city, this innovative gadget ensures that your transactions are quick, hassle-free, and totally stylish. So why wait? Get your contactless payment ring today and experience the future of effortless payments.
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Contactless Payment Ring: The Future of Convenience
Discover the ultimate way to make secure payments with a simple tap of your finger. Our sleek and stylish contactless payment ring offers a seamless payment experience without the need for cash or cards. With advanced encryption, you can rest assured that your transactions are safe and secure. Say goodbye to fumbling for your wallet and embrace the future of payment technology.
The Future of Payments: Exploring the Contactless Payment Ring
In today’s digital age, contactless payments have become increasingly popular as a quick and convenient way to make transactions. One exciting innovation in this space is the contactless payment ring. Combining fashion and functionality, these wearable devices offer a seamless and secure way to pay. In this article, we will delve into the world of contactless payment rings, exploring their features, benefits, and how they are transforming the way we make payments. Join us on this journey to discover the future of payments.
The Birth of the Contactless Payment Ring
The concept of a contactless payment ring originated from the desire to create a more convenient and accessible payment method. The first contactless payment ring was introduced by a leading technology company in 2016, and since then, it has gained significant traction in the market.
With its sleek and stylish design, the contactless payment ring offers a seamless integration into our everyday lives. It is worn on the finger, just like a traditional ring, and enables users to make payments simply by tapping it on a contactless payment terminal. This eliminates the need to carry cash or search for a wallet, providing a hassle-free experience for users.
In addition to making payments, contactless payment rings often offer additional features such as fitness tracking and notifications. This multi-functionality makes them a versatile and valuable accessory for users.
The Benefits of Contactless Payment Rings
Contactless payment rings offer a range of benefits that make them an attractive option for consumers. One of the key advantages is their convenience. With a simple tap of the finger, users can make payments swiftly, eliminating the need to fumble for cards or enter a PIN. This speed and ease of use contribute to a seamless and efficient payment experience.
Another benefit is the enhanced security that contactless payment rings provide. With advanced encryption technology and tokenization, these rings offer a secure way to conduct transactions. This added layer of protection helps safeguard user information and reduces the risk of fraud.
Furthermore, contactless payment rings are compatible with most payment terminals, making them widely accepted across various establishments. This versatility ensures that users can make payments in a wide range of locations, from retail stores to restaurants, and even public transportation systems.
How Contactless Payment Rings Work
At the core of a contactless payment ring is Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. This technology allows the ring to communicate with the payment terminal when placed in proximity. When a user taps their ring on the payment terminal, the NFC chip within the ring transmits the necessary payment information securely and efficiently.
Typically, users need to link their contactless payment ring to a mobile app provided by the manufacturer or a partnering financial institution. This app acts as a central hub for managing the ring, allowing users to monitor transactions, set spending limits, and even lock the ring if it gets lost or stolen.
Furthermore, many contactless payment rings are compatible with popular mobile payment services like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Samsung Pay. This integration adds another layer of convenience, as users can choose their preferred mobile payment method during the setup process.
Contactless Payment Ring vs. Traditional Payment Methods
When comparing contactless payment rings to traditional payment methods, several key differences come to light. Firstly, contactless payment rings offer a quicker and more streamlined payment experience. Tapping the ring on a payment terminal is faster than inserting a card or handling cash, making transactions more efficient.
Secondly, contactless payment rings eliminate the need to carry physical cards or cash, reducing the risk of losing or misplacing them. With the ring securely on the user’s finger, there is less chance of theft or forgetting the payment method at home.
Lastly, contactless payment rings provide a touch of personalization and style. From sleek metallic designs to vibrant colors, these rings offer a level of customization that traditional payment methods lack. They can be a fashion statement or an expression of individuality while still serving their primary purpose of making payments.
Tips for Using a Contactless Payment Ring
If you’re considering using a contactless payment ring, here are some tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience:
- Pair your ring with a mobile app to access additional features and manage your transactions effectively.
- Set up transaction alerts on your app to receive notifications whenever a payment is made using your ring.
- Regularly check your transaction history to stay on top of your spending and identify any unauthorized transactions.
- Keep your contactless payment ring clean and free from dirt or scratches to maintain its functionality and appearance.
- Consider getting a backup payment method, such as a mobile payment app, in case your ring is lost or inaccessible.
The Future of Contactless Payments
As technology continues to advance, contactless payment rings are just the beginning of a broader transformation in how we make payments. The rise of wearable technology and the integration of payment functionalities into everyday accessories hold great potential for the future. We can expect to see continued innovation in this space, with even more stylish and functional payment solutions hitting the market in the years to come.
The Security of Contactless Payment Rings
When it comes to payments, security is of utmost importance. With the increasing popularity of contactless payment rings, users may have concerns about the safety of their transactions. Let’s explore the security measures put in place to protect users’ sensitive information.
Encryption and Tokenization
Contactless payment rings utilize advanced encryption and tokenization techniques to safeguard payment information. Encryption scrambles the data, making it unreadable to unauthorized parties. This ensures that even if someone intercepts the communication between the ring and the payment terminal, they would not be able to decipher the encrypted data.
Tokenization further enhances security by replacing the sensitive payment information, such as card numbers or personal identification numbers (PINs), with unique tokens. These tokens are randomly generated and have no intrinsic value, making them useless if intercepted or stolen.
Both encryption and tokenization work together to create a robust security framework, mitigating the risk of fraud and protecting users’ financial data.
Contactless payment rings require authentication before a payment can be made, adding an extra layer of security. Depending on the device, authentication methods may include PINs, biometric data (such as fingerprints or iris scans), or even proximity-based authentication (where the ring only works when close to a user’s smartphone).
These authentication mechanisms ensure that only authorized individuals can use the payment ring, minimizing the risk of unauthorized transactions. Users can set up their preferred authentication method during the initial setup process, allowing for a personalized and secure experience.
Lost or Stolen Rings
In the unfortunate event that a contactless payment ring is lost or stolen, users can take immediate action to protect their finances. By using the mobile app associated with the ring, users can remotely lock their ring, rendering it unusable for any transactions.
If a ring is lost, it is important to report it to the manufacturer or financial institution as soon as possible. This will enable them to disable the ring and prevent any unauthorized use. Additionally, users should also monitor their transaction history regularly to identify any suspicious activity.
It is worth noting that most contactless payment rings have security measures in place to prevent unauthorized usage, such as limiting the number of transactions or requiring periodic authentication. These measures provide an additional layer of protection, ensuring that even if a lost ring falls into the wrong hands, it cannot be used indefinitely.
Paying Safely with Contactless Payment Rings
To ensure a safe and secure payment experience with a contactless payment ring, here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Monitor your transaction history regularly to identify any unauthorized transactions.
- Set up transaction alerts to receive real-time notifications for every payment made using your ring.
- Choose strong and unique authentication methods, such as complex PINs or biometrics.
- Keep your contactless payment ring updated with the latest security patches and firmware.
- If you suspect any fraudulent activity, report it to the relevant authorities and your financial institution immediately.
Choosing the Right Contactless Payment Ring for You
When it comes to selecting a contactless payment ring, there are several factors to consider to ensure the best fit for your needs. Let’s explore these factors in more detail:
Before purchasing a contactless payment ring, it is essential to check its compatibility with your existing devices and payment systems. Ensure that the ring is compatible with the operating system of your smartphone and the mobile payment apps you prefer to use. Additionally, check if the ring supports NFC technology, as this is crucial for making contactless payments.
Design and Aesthetics
The design and aesthetics of the contactless payment ring are important considerations, as it is a wearable accessory that you will be wearing daily. Look for a ring that aligns with your personal style and preferences. Some rings offer customizable features, such as interchangeable bands or personalized engravings, allowing you to make it truly your own.
While the primary purpose of a contactless payment ring is making payments, many rings offer additional features that can enhance your overall experience. These may include fitness tracking, notification alerts, or even integration with other smart devices. Consider which additional features are important to you and select a ring that caters to your specific needs.
The battery life of a contactless payment ring is worth considering, especially if you plan to use it for extended periods without needing to recharge. Look for a ring with a long-lasting battery that can provide sufficient power for your daily usage. Additionally, check if the ring supports wireless charging, as this can add convenience to the charging process.
Reviews and Reputation
Before making a purchase, it is always beneficial to research and read reviews from other users. This will give you valuable insights into the performance, reliability, and user satisfaction of different contactless payment rings. Look for reputable brands known for their quality and customer support.
Contactless Payment Ring Maintenance
To ensure the longevity and performance of your contactless payment ring, proper maintenance is essential. Here are some tips to keep your ring in excellent condition:
- Regularly clean your contactless payment ring with a soft cloth to remove dirt and grime.
- Avoid exposing your ring to harsh chemicals or extreme temperatures that may damage its components.
- Store your ring in a safe and secure place when not in use to avoid loss or damage.
- Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for charging and caring for your contactless payment ring.
- Keep your contactless payment ring updated with the latest software updates to benefit from enhanced security features and improvements.
Contactless Payment Ring and the Future of Payments
The contactless payment ring is revolutionizing the way we make transactions, offering convenience, style, and security in one wearable device. As technology continues to evolve, we can expect even more innovative payment methods in the future. The contactless payment ring is just the beginning of a cashless society, where payments are seamlessly integrated into our daily lives. So why wait? Embrace the future of payments and start tapping your way to a more streamlined and futuristic payment experience.
Key Takeaways: Contactless Payment Ring
1. Contactless payment rings are small wearable devices that can be used to make payments without needing to carry a wallet or credit card.
2. The ring uses near field communication (NFC) technology to transmit payment information to a compatible payment terminal.
3. To use the ring, simply place it within close proximity of the payment terminal and wait for the confirmation beep or light.
4. These rings are convenient and secure, as they require a PIN or fingerprint verification before a payment can be made.
5. The contactless payment ring is an innovative solution that makes shopping quick and easy, especially for those who prefer not to carry cash or cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contactless payment rings have become increasingly popular in recent years as a convenient and secure way to make transactions without needing to carry around cash or cards. Here are some common questions people have about contactless payment rings:
1. How does a contactless payment ring work?
A contactless payment ring works by utilizing near field communication (NFC) technology. It is equipped with a small chip that stores your payment information, which can be linked to your existing debit or credit card. When you make a payment, simply hold the ring close to a contactless payment terminal to complete the transaction. The ring communicates wirelessly with the terminal, allowing for a secure and quick payment process.
2. Can I use a contactless payment ring for all types of purchases?
Yes, in most cases, you can use a contactless payment ring for various types of purchases. As long as the merchant accepts contactless payments, you can use your ring to make payments at retail stores, restaurants, public transportation, and more. It is important to note that there may be some restrictions or limitations depending on the specific payment system or country you are in.
3. Is it safe to use a contactless payment ring?
Yes, contactless payment rings are generally considered safe to use. They utilize encryption technology to protect your payment information and prevent unauthorized access. Additionally, most contactless payment systems have purchase limits which require PIN verification for higher-value transactions, adding an extra layer of security. However, as with any payment method, it is essential to report any lost or stolen rings immediately to prevent unauthorized use.
4. How do I set up a contactless payment ring?
Setting up a contactless payment ring typically involves linking it to your existing debit or credit card through a mobile app or online banking portal provided by the issuer. You may need to follow a few steps to verify your identity and authorize the connection. Once the setup is complete, you can start using your contactless payment ring for transactions.
5. Can I wear a contactless payment ring while swimming or showering?
Contactless payment rings are designed to be water-resistant, which means you can wear them while swimming or showering without worrying about damaging the ring. However, it is important to check the specific water resistance rating of your ring, as excessive exposure to water or submersion beyond its specifications may still cause damage. It is recommended to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to ensure the longevity of your contactless payment ring.
A contactless payment ring is a cool new way to make purchases without needing a wallet or card. This ring uses technology to connect to our bank account and allows us to simply tap and pay for things. It’s convenient and secure, and we don’t have to worry about losing or forgetting our cards anymore.
Using a contactless payment ring is super easy. We just wear it on our finger like a regular ring and wave it near the payment terminal. The ring uses Near Field Communication (NFC) to transfer the payment information, making the whole process quick and hassle-free. It’s a great gadget for people who love convenience and want to stay ahead with the latest technology.

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