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Health technology assessment is the “multidisciplinary field of policy analysis, studying the medical, economic, social and ethical implications of development, diffusion, and use of health technology” (INAHTA, 2018).
It aims to improve access to innovative treatments whilst rewarding producers of new technologies for their research and development efforts. Health technology assessments test the value of new healthcare technology by synthesizing all available evidence including the uncertainty, risks, and benefits of using a new technology.
Many high-income countries implement health technology assessments agencies and processes, and in recent years, middle-income countries joined the process albeit in a more rudimentary and stepwise fashion.
Health technology assessment evaluates new technologies on economic and therapeutic grounds. However, healthcare technology assessments also include broader societal and ethical implications of providing access to new health technologies.
This post reviews select topics and case studies on health technology assessment. We provide examples below of how some countries have built HTA agencies and processes. The post also presents key insights in health technology assessment with a focus on middle-income countries.
New medicines introduced into the Australian market are all reviewed by the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC), and the government sometimes calls up for review some currently available products.
A health technology assessment is complete within an 18-week period.
A policy innovation in Australia is the authorization to conduct the HTA in parallel with regulatory approval processes. This means that the government reduces the time taken for new products to reach the market and improves earlier access to innovative technologies for patients.
PBAC does not do an HTA evaluation for medicines funded by state governments. These are medicines used in hospitals and funded by state governments.
In recent years, healthcare technology assessments in Brazil have improved through the establishment of CONITEC. It develops pharmacoeconomic guidelines and implementing decision criteria on cost-effectiveness (cost per QALY) and the budget impact of new technologies.
The Brazilian government manages the unified health system (SUS) which provides universal health coverage to all citizens. The SUS includes a medicine reimbursement schedule, and all new technologies that aim for inclusion on the schedule must undergo a health technology assessments coordinated by CONITEC.
In Brazil, HTA results determine new technology funding by the Brazilian public healthcare system. The Ministry of Health uses the HTA results to negotiate contracts and better pricing with manufacturers.
CONITEC has seen significant improvements over the years, however there are still concerns with the transparency of healthcare technology assessments and integrating CONITEC in the Ministry of Health.
These concerns include which new technologies to prioritize for HTA, methods applied for HTA, and CONITEC’s independence from political influence.
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) conducts HTA and its decisions influence the pricing and reimbursement of new technologies provided through the National Health Service (NHS).
Unlike in Brazil, NICE is an independent unit designated as a non-departmental government body (NDGB) but remains accountable to the Department of Health. This means that NICE maintains independence in its operations, execution of assessments and appraisals, and making recommendations to the Department of Health.
The Department of Health is less likely to influence the technical review of new technologies. They identify in the initial phase new technologies expected to have a significant impact on government health programs and resources. They refer such new technologies to NICE for further analysis based on the use of an incremental cost-effectiveness analysis including a threshold for the cost per quality-adjusted life-year.
The French National Authority for Health (HAS) evaluates all new technologies which is reimbursed by the Social Health Insurance Fund.
The results of the health technology assessments impact new technology pricing. They also influence how the government recommends such technologies for inclusion in benefit entitlements provided under the Social Health Insurance Fund.
Over the years, HAS improved the transparency of the evaluation process and criteria used in assessments. As a result, the public and manufacturers have worked with predictable assessment criteria which have improved the use and dissemination of HTA results.
Few agencies appear to track the cost of producing assessments suggesting very little oversight by either the Ministry of Health or the Departments responsible for the HTA agency.
The cost of producing assessments is an important indicator of the efficiency of the agency. HTA agencies should provide this level of information to facilitate process improvements and feedback.
Another critical component in the healthcare technology assessment process is the time taken for a thorough assessment. This will impact medicine availability in the market, as the HTA process is a significant determinant of market access.
In some markets, medicine availability is unhampered by HTA processes. They diffuse new technologies through supply chains and networks financed by private health insurance companies or out-of-pocket payments by patients.
However, experience in most HTA-driven markets suggests significant delays for innovative technologies in reaching patients. Policy-makers have overcome these challenges by running HTA processes in parallel with regulatory approval processes. The result is a significant improvement in the timelines for introducing new technologies in a market.
There is a broad consensus that on the grounds of welfare theory, the societal perspective should form the basis for HTA.
The HTA agencies should include a societal perspective and articulate with public decisions on resource allocation and efficiency in the healthcare sector. Excluding indirect costs under the third-party payer perspective will limit the usefulness of health technology assessments. It will also lead to pharmaceutical policies that do not maximize the efficiency and societal benefit of new health technologies.
“Adopting a societal perspective that captures all relevant costs and consequences of the technologies in question, regardless on whom these costs and consequences fall, is considered the most comprehensive approach that can be taken” (Health Information and Quality Authority, 2010, p. 19).
Patient organization involvement in the HTA process differs among countries.
Some countries do not include participation from patient organizations, such as France. Over the years, other countries integrated the patient perspective in the health technology assessment process, such as the United Kingdom and Canada.
They involve patient organizations in the decision-making process through formal representation on committees of the HTA agency. In the United Kingdom, the HTA agency includes patient organizations starting from the initial phases of prioritizing which new technologies to assess. They also involve patients in selecting appropriate inputs for studies.
In Brazil, CONITEC has a mechanism to integrate public opinion on prioritizing HTA and provide input to the assessment results.
Most evolved HTA systems have established a clear link between the results of an HTA and the eventual impact on the pricing and reimbursement of new technologies.
We also find that HTA results lead to changes in clinical guidelines and prescribing habits of providers under the NHS, for example. However, in most middle-income markets, this linkage is not apparent and requires improved transparency.
Although HTA remains an important tool in many developed healthcare markets, in middle-income countries the budget impact of new technologies remains one of the primary barriers to reimbursement.
Despite the development of pharmacoeconomic guidelines and recommendations on cost-effectiveness criteria for decision-making, affordability criteria still drives decision-making in many middle-income markets.
As shown above, many high-income countries have implemented health technology assessments agencies and processes. Middle-income countries joined the process with basic healthcare technology assessment systems.
This post reviewed select topics and case studies on health technology assessment. We looked at Australia, Brazil, the United Kingdom, and France. We also presented four key insights:
Our Healthcare Consulting services includes the analysis of Health Technology Assessment systems. We identify best practices in HTA to determine real-world improvements in high- and middle-income countries.
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I’m Not Ready For Sex, But He Is
I’m not ready. Yet. We’ve been dating for several months, longer than most of our friends and some of them are, but I don’t think I’m ready. It’s not that I don’t love him, I’m just not ready for sex and he is. How do I handle this?
Dear Not Ready,
Your situation is one many young women struggle with. They are trying to figure out how they feel about their guy, what their relationship is, and where it might go. For most, it’s not just about whether or not to have sex; it’s about who they are and who they want to be. It’s about not only the present, but also the future. As they sit and talk about their questions and what they are thinking and feeling, it’s amazing how they find the answers as they talk it out.
So, let’s talk. We’re not holding back on this because it’s an important topic and we think you alone should make this decision for you. Here are a few questions for you to think about.
What’s the status of your relationship in general?
You mentioned that you’ve been dating for several months, but how long you’ve been in a relationship isn’t a gage on how serious the relationship is. There are several things to factor in as you evaluate your relationship. Things like the level of trust, how well you communicate, and a respect for each other are better measurements of the status of a relationship that time passed. As for sex, well that doesn’t necessary make for a deeper, more intimate relationship either. Sure, sexual intimacy, in the right context, can strengthen a relationship. But if you engage in sex too early it can also do considerable harm to your relationship. Physical intimacy can replace emotional intimacy, stunting the growth of the relationship and causing a great deal of pain and frustration as a result of unmet expectations.
Have you clearly communicated your boundaries?
Does he know how you feel and where your comfort zone ends? Sometimes you just have to be blunt and let him know what you are comfortable with, just tell him you’re not ready for sex. It’s always best to have this conversation and set your boundaries before you are in a situation where they are being pushed. Let him know where you stand and what will happen if he pushes you. What is his reaction? Sure he might say all the right things, but what does he do? Is he respectful, staying clear of those boundaries, or does he keep pushing to see how close he can get, or if he can get past them? You’ll be amazed how much more respect you’ll have for your guy when he knows your limits and doesn’t push the boundaries.
Is he manipulating you to guilt you into sex?
“I love you so much, and if you love me as much as I love you, you’d want to have sex.” If he says anything that remotely resembles that sentence it’s probably time to start rethinking this relationship. If he loved you as much as he says he does, he would respect the boundaries you have set. Clearly that’s not the case and he just demonstrated he cares way more about himself than you. You deserve someone who puts you first.
Are you afraid he will leave or cheat?
If the thought that he might break up with you if you don’t have sex has crossed your mind, you’re not alone. Many women worry that if they don’t give in and have sex the guy will leave, or worse cheat on her. If this is something that you’re worried about, than you may want to revisit our first question about the status of the relationship. This is a sign of a lack of trust and respect for your boundaries
Do you need to end the relationship?
If he keeps pushing after you’ve been clear you’re not ready for sex it may be time to end things. You may realize he doesn’t respect you and is more concerned with his physical needs than your emotional needs and decide to break up. He may realize that he’s not going to get what he wants and he may end it. After several months together, no matter how it ends it will hurt. But hopefully you can take some comfort in knowing that ending it now is a lot less painful than being in a long term relationship with someone who doesn’t respect and honor you, and who constantly pushes you to do things you’re not ready for.
Do you need someone to talk this through with?
If you’re in this situation and want to talk with someone, we’d love to invite you to come to Collage and meet with one of our staff. They will help you work through these and any other questions you may have. In the end, our goal is to help you make the best decision for you, not what someone else wants for you. Because in the end, the decision whether or not to have sex should always be yours.

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Safety tips for travelling outside Canada during pandemic from Travel Canada
- June 1, 2021
- Posted by: olinsadmin
- Categories: Covid-19, Health Care Ontario, Travel Medical Insurance
Stay in Canada, but if you must travel outside Canada during COVID-19 pandemic, follow these tips from Travel Canada to stay safe and secure.
- You may have difficulty returning to Canada or may have to remain outside Canada for an unknown length of time. Foreign governments continue to implement strict travel regulations, sometimes without notice. There are fewer international transportation options and they could be reduced at any time. There will be no more repatriation flights.
- You may have problems obtaining essential products and services.
- You may have limited access to timely and appropriate health care.
- You may suddenly face strict movement restrictions and quarantines at designated facilities at your expense.
- Your travel insurance may not cover some COVID-19 related expenses, and your insurer may limit the options to extend your policy after you depart.
- We may be able to provide only limited consular services.
How to reduce travel disruptions
At your destination
- Check your destination’s Travel Advice and Advisories regularly.
- Check your destination’s quarantine requirements.
- Monitor local media to stay informed of the situation.
- Follow the advice of local authorities, including public health advice, such as wearing a face covering in public and lockdown or shelter-in-place guidance.
- Make sure you have enough money, medication, food and water in case you can’t leave your home or accommodations due to movement restrictions.
- Keep important documents in a safe, but easy to access, place.
- Make sure your passport is valid for at least another 6 months. If you need to renew it, call the closest Government of Canada office serving your location. If the office is closed, your call will be transferred to the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa. The centre operates 24/7 and may be reached directly at +1 613 996 8885 (call collect where available) or email@example.com.
- Check with your travel insurance provider to find out if you are covered for medical treatment if you become infected with COVID-19.
Staying connected to Canada
- Contact your family and friends as soon as you can, even if you have not been affected, and continue to update them on your situation until you return to Canada.
- Sign up with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service. Make sure your contact information is complete and up to date. This will allow consular officials to contact you, provide updates and confirm your situation.
- Make sure you have a local SIM card and charger for your mobile phone.
Help for Canadians outside Canada
In case of emergency, call the closest Government of Canada office serving your location. If the office is closed, your call will be transferred to the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa. The centre operates 24/7 and may be reached directly at +1 613 996 8885 (call collect where available) or firstname.lastname@example.org.
If you are outside the country and are directly impacted by COVID-19, you might be eligible to apply for the Emergency Loan Program for Canadians Abroad to help you return to Canada and to cover your short-term needs while you work toward returning.
Each application is assessed according to your specific situation and needs.
Source: Travel Canada

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GG News Bureau
New Delhi,30th June. In wake of the disruptions caused by the second wave of COVID 19 specially on healthcare sector, the Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved Loan Guarantee Scheme for Covid Affected Sectors (LGSCAS) enabling funding to the tune of Rs. 50,000 crore to provide financial guarantee cover for brownfield expansion and greenfield projects related to health/ medical infrastructure.
The Cabinet has also approved introduction of a scheme for other sectors/lenders including those allied to better healthcare. Detailed modalities would be finalized in due course depending upon the evolving situation. In addition, the Cabinet has also approved additional funding up to Rs. 1,50,000 crore under Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS).
LGSCAS Scheme would be applicable to all eligible loans sanctioned up to 31.03.2022, or till an amount of Rs. 50,000 crore is sanctioned, whichever is earlier.
ECLGS is a continuing scheme. The Scheme would be applicable to all eligible loans sanctioned under Guaranteed Emergency Credit Line (GECL)till 30.09.2021, or till an amount of rupees four lakh fifty thousand crore is sanctioned under the GECL, whichever is earlier.
The LGSCAS has been formulated as a specific response to an exceptional situation the country has witnessed due to lack of adequate health infrastructure in the light of second wave of Covid-19. The approved scheme is expected to help the country in shoring up its much-needed healthcare infrastructure along with creating more employment opportunities. The main objective of LGSCAS is to partially mitigate credit risk (primarily construction risk) and facilitate bank credit at lower rates of interest.
ECLGS is a continuing scheme and recently, on account of the disruptions caused by the second wave of COVID 19 pandemic to businesses across various sectors of the economy, Government has further enlarged the scope of ECLGS. The enhancement is expected to provide much needed relief to various sectors of the economy by incentivizing lending institutions to provide additional credit of up to Rs. 1.5 lakh crore at low cost, thereby enabling business enterprises to meet their operational liabilities and continue their businesses. Besides supporting MSMEs to continue functioning during the current unprecedented situation, the Scheme is also expected to have a positive impact on the economy and support its revival.
Government has taken various measures to combat the crisis caused due to Covid-19 pandemic which has been upended by the second wave of COVID-19. This wave has placed enormous stress on health facilities as well as livelihoods and business enterprises in many sectors. This wave has sharply brought out the need to enhance public and private investments in the health sector. This is necessary across the country, from metro cities to tier V and VI towns as well as rural areas. The requirements include additional hospital beds, ICUs, diagnostic centres, oxygen facilities, telephone or internet based medical advice and supervision, testing facilities and supplies, cold chain facilities for vaccines, modem warehousing for medicines and vaccines, isolation facilities for triage, ramping up of production of ancillary supplies such as syringes and vials etc. The proposed LGSCAS is aimed at upscaling the medical infrastructure in the country, specifically targeting underserved areas. LGSCAS would provide a guarantee of 50 percent for brownfield projects and 75 per cent to greenfield projects for loans sanctioned up to Rs.100 crore, set up at urban or rural locations other than 8 Metropolitan Tier 1 cities (Class X cities). For aspirational districts, the guarantee cover for both brownfield expansion and greenfield projects shall be 75%.
The resurgence of COVID-19 pandemic in India in recent weeks and the associated containment measures adopted at local/regional levels have created new uncertainties and impacted the nascent economic revival that was taking shape. In this environment the most vulnerable category of borrowers are individual borrowers, small businesses and MSMEs, for which, ECLGS, as a targeted policy response was introduced by Gol. The design of ECGLS provides flexibility to quickly respond to emerging needs, as has been evidenced by the introduction of ECLGS 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0 as well as changes announced on 30.05.2021, all of which were within available headroom of Rs 3 lakh crore. Currently, about Rs. 2.6 lakh crore of loans have been sanctioned under ECLGS. A further uptick is expected due to changes announced recently, extension of limit of one time restructuring to Rs. 50 crore by RBI on 04.06.2021 and the continuing adverse impact of COVID on businesses.

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From Mordecai Richler, one of the greatest satirists, comes one of literature's most delightful characters, Duddy Kravitz -- in a novel that belongs in the pantheon of seminal twentieth century books. Duddy -- the third generation of a Jewish immigrant family in Montreal -- is combative, amoral, scheming, a liar, and totally hilarious. From his street days tormenting teachers at the Jewish academy to his time hustling four jobs at once in a grand plan to "be somebody," Duddy learns about living -- and the lesson is an outrageous roller-coaster ride through the human comedy. As Richler turns his blistering commentary on love, money, and politics, The Apprenticeship Of Duddy Kravitz becomes a lesson for us all...in laughter and in life.
Mordecai Richler (1931-2001) was a Canadian author, scriptwriter, and essayist. Born and raised in Montreal, Quebec, in his early years he lived and wrote in England but returned to Canada in 1972. He was the author of ten novels, including Barney's Version (1997), Solomon Gursky Was Here (1989), Cocksure (1968), and The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz (1959), as well as numerous screenplays, essays, children's books, and several works of non-fiction. Ann-Marie MacDonald is a writer, playwright, and actor. Her first novel, Fall on Your Knees, won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Book, and was selected for Oprah's Book Club. Her second novel, The Way the Crow Flies, won the Canadian Booksellers Association Libris Award. She lives in Toronto.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 1, 2020
SPD investigates Fatality Motorcycle Crash
On April 1st at 1:56 p.m., officers with the Springfield Police Department responded to the area of Broadway and Kearney Street regarding a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle.
A 2006 Honda motorcycle, driven by 23-year-old Brandon Hudson, of Springfield, was traveling westbound in the outside lane of Kearney approaching Broadway from the east. A 2016 Chevrolet Silverado, pulling an approximate 15 foot enclosed trailer, was eastbound on Kearney and entered the left turn lane to go north onto Broadway.
The Silverado truck and trailer entered the intersection and turned in front of the motorcycle which resulted in a collision. The driver of the Silverado did not report any injuries, however, Hudson died at the scene as a result of the crash.
Next of kin has been notified. The investigation is on-going as to the circumstances involved in the crash. Impairment does not seem to be a factor.
This is the fourth fatality motor vehicle crash in Springfield this year.
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SPD Case: 20-11321
Media Contact: Jasmine Bailey, Public Affairs Officer
Release authorized by: Lt. Robert Byrne


LNP is ‘the only credible party’
LNP candidate Colin Boyce was cheering for joy when he found out the election was called at the weekend.
“It was a relief to finally have an election date announced by Premier Palaszczuk. Labor have been in election campaign mode for months,” Mr Boyce said.
The married father of three has lived and worked in the Taroom district for more than 30 years.
“I was a councillor on the Taroom Shire Council prior to amalgamations,” he said.
“At Taroom I run a beef cattle and farming property.
“I am a qualified boilermaker and run a small engineering workshop with my two sons.”
Mr Boyce also has a background in other sectors.
“Recently I spent several years working in the gas industry as a pipe welder, in particular the CSG gas pipelines to Curtis Island,” he said.
“I have also worked for many years as an earthmoving contractor in mining, gas and agriculture.
“Off-farm income has been an integral part of me being able to purchase my own rural property and to build on this agricultural business.”
Standing for one of the major parties, Mr Boyce is confident LNP can move the region forward.
“Only the LNP has a plan for regional Queensland,” he said.
“Including our economic plan released this week, the LNP has so far released 58 positive policies for Queensland, which will create jobs, drive down the cost of living, support families, and foster safe and liveable communities.”
Mr Boyce said LNP would invest in some key projects.
“The LNP will invest in the roads, bridges and dams that Queensland needs to get moving again, and we will bring back our
$500 million Royalties for Regions program to ensure that regions get their fair share of wealth they create for our state.
“Callide is an economic powerhouse for the state.
“In coming weeks, the LNP will be announcing a number of fully-funded commitments for the people of Callide.”
With three weeks until the polls, Mr Boyce said he was not taking anything for granted.
“I have been out and about around Callide for four months talking to the locals and becoming familiar with the different communities and different issues,” he said.
“LNP is the only credible party that has a plan for regional Queensland and can actually deliver government.”
BIG PLANS: Colin Boyce with his wife Terri and children.


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|Heaven and Family|
Question from Anonymous on 04-25-2012:
A Mormon friend asked me -
Where in the bible does it talk about families in heaven?|
I guess being with your family is a type of heaven to followers of the Mormon religion ???
|Answer by David Gregson on 12-06-2012:|
1 Thessalonians 4:17 speaks of those who are alive, when the Lord returns, being caught up to meet Him in the air, and being gathered with those who have returned with Him from heaven. Does it seem likely that family members would be excluded from this meeting, or that, prior to the Lord's return, they would be held in isolation from one another?|
The Bible isn't explicit about our condition between death and the general resurrection. It's eschatological focus is on the new creation, when our bodies are raised and heaven and earth are united (Rev 21). But our love for one another is either commanded or assumed throughout the Bible. This is true especially in the case of our parents, our spouses, and our children. On earth, our love is imperfect. When perfected in heaven, our love will certainly include those we had special care for on earth.
As Catholics, we have not only Holy Scripture, but Holy Tradition. And Tradition is clear that we will be reunited with our loved ones in heaven (that is, of course, with all those who make it there). This belief is well expressed in the hymn, "Lead, Kindly Light," by Bl. John Henry Newman.
"So long thy power hath blest me, sure it still/ Will lead me on/ O'er moor and fen, o'er crag and torrent, till/ The night is gone;/ And with the morn those angel faces smile/ Which I have loved long since, and lost awhile."

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The great gatsby was written by f scott fitzgerald and is considered an american classic it not only gives an accurate depiction of the lifestyle of the wealthy during the 1920s, but it challenges the values of the american dream. In the five years between the publication of his first novel, this side of paradise (1920) and his masterpiece, the great gatsby (1925), f scott fitzgerald experienced the kind of literary success. The great gatsby is a novel by the american author f scott fitzgerald first published on april 10, 1925, it is set on long island's north shore and in new york city during the summer of 1922 the novel takes place following the first world war. The great gatsby f scott fitzgerald gatsby, the man who gives his name to this book, was exempt from my reaction g a t s b y , w h o r e p r e s e n t e d.
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Rajouri, Sep 8: To promote the ongoing campaign against corruption and champion the cause of transparent and accountable governance, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Vikas Kundal today flagged off a grand awareness rally spanning from Rajouri Sports Stadium to the DC Office Rajouri.
This event marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing “Bhrashtachar Mukht J and K Week,” where more than 1000 dedicated participants marched a distance of 2 kilometers on foot, symbolizing their commitment to the cause. The rally culminated at the DC Office Rajouri, resonating with the overarching aim of creating awareness among the masses about Digital India and “Bhrashtachar Mukt J and K Week.” This week-long initiative, celebrated with fervor, will continue to inspire the people of District Rajouri from September 4th to September 10th, 2023.
Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal spearheaded the monumental rally, commencing with a solemn pledge-taking ceremony held at the Sports Stadium in the morning. This visionary initiative aspired to unite the community in a relentless battle against corruption while simultaneously illuminating the empowerment opportunities offered through the Janbhagidari portal. Its core focus is on involving every stratum of society, with special attention directed towards rural communities. Special Gram Sabha meetings have been organized across all Panchayats in the district to cultivate a corruption-free environment in the sacred land of Jammu and Kashmir.

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Papá's magical water-jug clock / Jesús Trejo ; pictures by Eliza Kinkz.
"Today, little Jesús has a big job to do. He's helping Papá at work, and he's in charge of the water jug -- which is also a magical clock! When it's empty, Papá explains, the workday is done. But what about all these thirsty animals? Soon, the water is gone, but the day is not over yet. Will Jesús be fired?! Or is the jug not really magical after all." -- page  of cover.
- ISBN: 9781662651045 (hardcover)
- ISBN: 166265104X (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 1 volume [unpaged] : illustrations ; 25 cm
- Edition: First edition.
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Invesco completed the acquisition of AIM Management Group for $2.2 billion in cash and stock, resulting in a combined operation with $150 billion in assets under management. Company officials insisted the two operations would remain separate, with AIM's mutual funds distributed through third-party brokers and banks, and Invesco's no-load funds sold directly to investors (March 14, 1997).
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Olivia Stockman has assumed the role of staff director for the Northern Plains Resource Council, a grassroots conservation and family agriculture group founded in 1972.
The staff director is responsible for overseeing Northern Plains’ entire program, directing all other staff, coordinating the organization’s leadership model of member-controlled grassroots democracy, and seeing to Northern Plains' financial and organizational health.
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Before taking over as staff director, Stockman previously served as Northern Plains’ Director of Organizing and Campaigns. She joined the organization in 2008, directing a team of community organizers that has doubled since then. Prior to joining Northern Plains, Stockman brought extensive nonprofit experience having worked for the New Mexico League of Conservation Voters, Service Employees International Union, Montana League of Rural Voters, and the Western Organization of Resource Councils.
Teresa Erickson preceded Stockman in the role and has retired from the position after 33 years of leadership. Erickson will continue to work part-time for the organization managing the organization’s History Project, which has aimed to document and preserve Northern Plains’ legacy of protecting Montana’s environment and agricultural communities for almost 50 years.


Dryland restoration faces challenges from heat, drought, and unpredictable rainfall, that are increasingly common and severe due to climate change. Land managers need information about successful seed-based restoration techniques and seed mixes that are not widely available to increase restoration success. Researchers from the US Geological Survey (USGS) and partner universities are working with land managers on a network of field trials called “RestoreNet”. RestoreNet tests seedbased restoration techniques and mixes across the southwestern US, including the Colorado Plateau, and shares findings and best practices with restoration practitioners.
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Thursday, November 12, 2009
From Fox 5:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is in a desperate financial situation, but there is one service the agency is required to provide that costs close to half a billion dollars a year.
And even though the cost keeps rising, Fox 5 found out that because of the sensitive nature of the expensive program, it is not easy to look into potential abuse and waste.
Access-A-Ride is a well-intended federally mandated program that New York City Transit, part of the cash-strapped MTA, has to provide. The cost is enormous. It's estimated that the Access-A-Ride program in the New York area will cost more than $451 million in 2009. The passenger pays the normal $2.25 subway and bus fare, but each trip costs about $66. The public picks up most of the tab.
But the big grey area with Access-A-Ride is exactly who qualifies for it. First of all, it has nothing to do with money. You can be a billionaire. You could be broke. As long as you qualify, you wind up with a ride for $2.25.

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SKORCH Tiki Torch Set
Now you can bring “SHAG’s” mid-century-inspired paintings to life in your own home with the Skorch (skull torch). The Skorch was designed to bring together two of SHAG’s recognizable characters in his paintings- skulls and tikis! With two options to choose from- indoor or outdoor, you now have the choice to have these quirky tikis indoors too! Made in the USA using the highest quality materials, the cartoon-like skull head is made of thick ceramic with powder-coated metal support poles and fuel canister for extra durability. For easy storage when not in use, the metal support poles separate into 3 separate parts, to easily pack away.
Choose from 2 configurations: flame or electric. The flame configuration uses standard, torch “Tiki” torch brand fuel, available at most hardware stores. The indoor option uses standard candelabra style E12 light bulbs. 2 “flicker flame” bulbs are included in the electric option.

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How to Make Safety Agreements
I was asked about resources for safety agreements. I don't have any other than the agreements I offered last month. The Alive program is the only place I've seen the concept. It doesn't define agreements beyond the ones we make to equalize: that we are violent and willing to stop our violence. Other agreements are based on specific issues that arise in the relationship and the individual needs for certain types of safety.
Our adoption triad had two sovereignty issues that initiated our safety process. The first issue was about housework when we lived together. We argued about the "right" way to clean or do dishes, as if there is a right way. There isn't. This is one of the subtle ways we act out superiority and violate sovereignty in our households - by believing our way is the right way.
The second issue was the source of our fracture. I made choices that triggered abandonment trauma in Lake's mom and she proceeded to violate my sovereignty in a variety of ways. Our conflict eventually involved all four parents violating one another until I ended the relationship. When we came together in our account and repair process, we made agreements based on what took place.
We didn't actually make a formal agreement about sovereignty, working the program for 9 months put us all in the mindset. But a safety agreement around sovereignty could be as simple as - we don't tell anyone else what to do, nor do we harass and punish people for their choices.
Specific agreements we did make: Lake's dad gets easily overwhelmed in conflict, so we agreed not to put him in the middle of the moms or contact him at work during conflict. My partner needs a lot of time to process conflict before they feel safe to repair, so we agreed to honor their process no matter how uncomfortable it is to wait. I needed an agreement that our conflicts wouldn't threaten my relationship with our shared son. Lake's mom asked for an agreement that we spend Christmases together as a family.
These agreements are how we hold ourselves accountable to the relationship. If a hurt or violation arises, we can point to our agreements rather point blame, or ask for new agreements as new issues and needs arise.

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Biweekly links for 06/22/2009
- How to read mathematics and physics
- A mini-essay I wrote, for Hacker News.
- Bytepawn – Readings in Distributed Systems
- Beautiful Data | O’Reilly Media
- Forthcoming book from Toby Segaran and Jeff Hammerbacher.
- Â» â€œDonâ€™t ask, donâ€™t tellâ€ rights retention for scholarly articles The Occasional Pamphlet
- “A strange social contract has arisen in the scholarly publishing field, a kind of â€œdonâ€™t ask, donâ€™t tellâ€ approach to online distribution of articles by authors. Publishers officially forbid online distribution, authors do it anyway without telling the publishers, and publishers donâ€™t ask them to stop even though it violates contractual obligations. What happens when you refuse to play that game? Read on.”
- Social Media for Scientists: Video Resources for Life Science Researchers
- Much of interest in there for all scientists.
- Computability in Artificial Intelligence Â« Machine Learning (Theory)
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Michael Ferguson,Minister for Health
Tasmania’s first integrated medical and search and rescue helicopter service is now in operation – with faster response times for emergency situations forecast to save Tasmanian lives.
We’ve already doubled the state’s contracted helicopter capacity from 1 to 2 on standby. Now we’re literally taking this lifesaving service to the next level.
The Hodgman Liberal Government is investing an additional $10 million a year to fund the improved service, which rapidly deploys a ready-to-go specialist medical team to emergencies 24 hours a day.
We are employing dedicated flight paramedics and specialist retrieval doctors as part of this life-saving service, which will also include dedicated resources based at Hobart Airport. This allows quicker response times and ensures patients receive high-acuity care from the moment the helicopter lands, rather than having to wait until they arrive at hospital.
Having dedicated flight paramedics will also mean an ambulance crew will no longer be taken off the road when the emergency helicopter is called out, because they are on site with the helicopter, ready-to-go.
This is all part of the Government’s $125 million package to boost ambulance services, including: recruiting 42 new rural and regional paramedics, 6 more State Operations Centre staff, new ambulance stations and new equipment to continue reducing response times in Tasmania.
This aeromedical retrieval service will dramatically improve response times, with an expected median activation time of 10 minutes for high priority search and rescue, and for medical responses, an expected improvement of 42 minutes compared to the current service. Saving those 42 minutes will save lives.
Staffing for the service will include:
- 14 additional full-time paramedics
- 5.5 full-time equivalent specialist retrieval doctors dedicated to the service
- 5 FTE flight crew members
- 5.7 FTE nurses
- 4.5 FTE paediatric registrar doctors
Further, patients needing critical care will soon have access to a dedicated helipad at The Royal Hobart Hospital’s new K-Block and at the Mersey Community Hospital in the North-West of Tasmania. This will mean all four hospitals will be connected with helipads, which will significantly reduce transport times and save lives.

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One of the most important decisions a bride will make during the planning process is choosing her wedding dress. All eyes are on you, after all! I had so many ideas on what I wanted my dress to look like, but once I put on “the one”, I just knew. I picked a Mori Lee gown from Mary Me Bridal, with ruffled organza and a Tara Lauren sash with beaded detailing. In the link to the gown, you’ll notice that the dress came with a removable flower which I did not use. I think the black sash was the perfect detail to complete my look… what do you think? Pretty amazing right?! I loved my dress! And special thanks to my Grandma for that adorable hanger!
There’s a lot more wedding dress pictures where that came from… stay tuned!
Have a great rest of your day!

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Giffords wrote an op-ed in The Newtown Bee with Roxanna Green, whose 9-year-old daughter was killed in the 2011 Tucson shooting that left the former congresswoman severely wounded. Six others died in that shooting rampage.
Six months ago today we grieved along with families in Newtown and throughout the world, as we heard the story of the twenty children gunned down as they learned, and the teachers who died trying to save them.
Our grief had a familiar feeling for both of us; a madman armed with an arsenal of dangerous weaponry changed our lives forever too. After shooting Gabby in the head and leaving her for dead, the gunman shot and killed Roxanna's beautiful daughter Christina-Taylor, a bright, determined nine-year-old girl who had come to meet her congresswoman.
The grief of the parents of children killed in Newtown – like the families of those killed in Tucson – doesn't diminish with anniversaries. It takes no holidays. It is not diluted by the passage of time, in contrast to its impact on our leaders, who have promised action, but were stopped by special interests. The grief of families who lose their loved ones, is, trust us, almost immovable. It is with us all every day.
Giffords and Green took a brief swipe at Congress for failing to reform the country's gun-control laws.
Our country, we know, is with us. Americans in every state support common-sense solutions to reduce gun violence. Congress is out of step with their constituents by not immediately passing these measures that will save lives.
But it was nothing like the scathing piece she wrote in The New York Times in April after the Senate failed to move on legislation that would tighten background checks on gun purchases.
Giffords and her husband, Mark Kelly, are the founders of Americans for Responsible Solutions, which focuses on gun violence.


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Amid protests across the United States urging justice after the killing of George Floyd, California rapper YG has shared ‘FTP’, standing for ‘fuck the police’.
“It’s the Ku Klux cops, they on a mission, it’s the Ku Klux cops, got hidden agendas,” he raps. “It’s the truth, I won’t stop, open cases, police already hate me, why not.”
“Without that badge you’s a bitch and a half.”
‘FTP’ isn’t the first protest track by YG – in 2016 he released ‘FDT’ (‘fuck Donald Trump’) with Nipsey Hussle.
Listen to ‘FTP’ Produced by Larry June and DJ Swish below.
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This week I've been busy planning the virtual reality club's demo day event for the future distribution portion of my film, meeting with the dancers to workshop choreography, and ordering supplies for the production shoot coming up October 17th and 18th.
This week my Producer, Jen, and I have put in a request to rent Marley floor for the dancers on the day of the shoot so they will not have to dance on the concrete and so that there is not as much green screen spill coming from the ground.
We also booked rehearsal times in the Pieter Dance studio for our dancers Rissi and Ejay. They have also brought on board another choreographer, Neaz, to have a separate pair of eyes to supervise and collaborate on the choreography.
We are attending a safety seminar this Friday at Zemekis to be able to shoot in their stages.
I have also contacted SCA's stock footage librarian, Dino, about getting some stock footage for my film. I sent him the list of things that I need, and he has not responded for a week, so i'll email him again.
I am also tossing around the idea in my head of using depth data cameras like kinects to record the depth data of the dancers on the shoot to make them into OBJs in post then re-texturing them. I have emailed Mark Bolas about this possibility and am eagerly awaiting his response to discuss.
As for tomorrow's presentation, I will be unleashing the immense amount of information that I have gathered from all my meetings.


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For someone who likes to read as much as I do, it’s quite difficult to choose only one or a few favorite books. In my Goodreads account I created a all-time-favorites shelf and everytime I finish a book that blows me away I add it to this shelf among the “read” shelf.
I believe that giving a 5 stars review or adding a book to any favorite shelf is very, very personal. Specially because books have a way to touch each of us differently…For example I gave Consequences (and Truth) by Aleatha Roaming 5 stars but I also gave the same amount of stars to Tangled by Emma Chase. I’m not trying to compare them or saying one (book or author) is better than the other, but they are completely different types of books, but each of them amazing in its own way.
So the criteria I use to give stars to a book is having no criteria! 🙂
Not all my favorite books received 5 stars from me, and lately I’ve been quite economic with my stars, I’m paying attention to more details, and I really try not to have my opinion of the author influence my opinion of the book (sometimes we can get a little bit prejudiced with an author because we didn’t like their previous work, for example).
What about you, do you use any sort of criteria to give stars to a book? What consists a 5 stars book for you?
Oh, if you want to see the list with my favorite books, it is in the top of the page, besides “ABOUT”. Just click “FAVORITE BOOKS” to see them (please be patient with me, I’ll update the list today)!


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Tsentralny City District is one of four city districts of the city of Sochi in Krasnodar Krai, Russia. Sometimes referred to as “Sochi proper”, it borders Lazarevsky City District in the west and Khostinsky City District in the north and in the east. In the southwest, it is bounded by the Black Sea. Population: 137,677 ; 133,935 ; 137,968 .
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The Western Caucasus, extending over 275,000 ha of the extreme western end of the Caucasus mountains and located 50 km north-east of the Black Sea, is one of the few large mountain areas of Europe that has not experienced significant human impact. Its s…
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Discover Dacha Kvitko in Khostinskiy, Russia: An abandoned mansion is now a haven for urban explorers.
Discover Veryovkina Cave in Gagra, Georgia: Veryovkina Cave is more than 1.3 miles deep—the deepest known in the world.
Discover Eagle Cliffs in Sochi, Russia: These limestone cliffs are associated with the Greek myth of Prometheus.
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Discover Kuntsevo Dacha (Stalin Residence) in Sochi, Russia: The historic summer cottage of notorious Soviet leader Joseph Stalin.
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Discover Dacha Stalina in Sochi, Russia: One of the notorious Soviet leader Joseph Stalin's many summer retreats.

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You 'could' just use a knife, or have a separate pizza cutter... or better yet, use your hands! But if you want something wierd, you can get the combination utencil that has both a pizza cutter AND a fork. Wowzers.
"From ultra thin to deep dish, pizza is your passion. The Pizza Forkâ„¢ makes it easy to swiftly cut through crust and toppings no matter how thick or crisp. It has the same cutting wheel as a pizza cutter along with an extra-long stainless steel fork so you can slice and eat your pizza with one handy utensil." - Clever Gear
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This is my place for all my creative juices to flow, from quilting, cake decorating, reading, scrapbooking, card making, jewelry making and crocheting. I use my creativity to inspire others to walk closer with Jesus Christ so I hope this blog inspires you.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
ITT Creations-Beckygrove Swap
Here are some things that I made for Beckygroves ITT creations swap. The binder clips are to hold litte pictures.


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If there is a single play that might exemplify the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga football team this season, it came late in the third quarter of Saturday's 34-33 win over The Citadel.
At the time, it appeared to be a rather nondescript moment in a game seemingly about to get away from the Mocs, but it ultimately helped give them a chance to rally.
The Bulldogs were going for the knockout punch up 26-13 with four minutes to play when their Dante Smith broke off a huge run off left tackle and was 5 yards ahead of the nearest defender. UTC's Jordan Jones, though, didn't give up on the play and caught him at the 22. The effort paid off four plays later when the Bulldogs missed a field-goal attempt.
Their spirits lifted, the Mocs scored on two of their next three possessions to get within six points, ultimately putting themselves in position to go 73 yards in the final 1:41 for the win.
"Those kids went and played," Rusty Wright said afterward when someone congratulated the first-year head coach. "The one thing they realize is keep playing and you never know. It's ugly, but I can't tell you how proud I am of every guy in that locker room."
Said junior D.J. Jackson, who started in place of the injured Jerrell Laswon at free safety and made a key stop late in the game: "We never give up, no matter how badly we are getting beat. We knew coming in this was going to be a 60-minute fight. Coach Wright harped on it all week that we just had to stay in the fight and trust the process."
The reward is that this week's trip to Lexington, Virginia, still has much on the line for the Mocs (6-5, 5-2 Southern Conference). Saturday's kickoff at Virginia Military Institute (4-7, 3-4) is at 2 p.m., and if UTC wins and league leader Wofford (7-3, 6-1) loses at The Citadel (6-5, 4-3), the Mocs will tie the Terriers and Furman (7-4, 6-2) for the SoCon title. Due to losses to Wofford and Furman, though, UTC would not qualify for the league's automatic bid to the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs.
However, at least some of the Mocs believe having a 6-2 league record and the fact that their five total losses have come to four ranked FCS teams and a Southeastern Conference program would give them a case to be considered for an at-large bid.
"I think we got their attention today," senior linebacker Marshall Cooper said. "The Citadel is a good team. They upset Georgia Tech and beat Furman. It was a good win under our belt to prove we still have it, you know."
Saturday's comeback was the third largest in program history — the Mocs rallied from 18 down in wins at Furman in 2010 and against The Citadel in 2009 — and it was another big game for senior Elijah Ibitokun-Hanks, who had his third 100-yard rushing performance of the season.
He carried 19 times for 125 yards, with all but 15 of the yards gained in the second half, including touchdowns covering 45 and 11 yards. But senior day wasn't just meaningful for him or the 13 others who went through pregame ceremonies.
Their teammates were determined to send the class, which has weathered more than a few storms, out in style in the home finale.
"It means a lot for those guys," said junior receiver Bryce Nunnelly, who led the Mocs with four catches for 129 yards. "Over the last four or five years they've had three coaches and no telling how many position coaches. To send them off with a win here in Coach Wright's first year is great. I'm going to miss them, for sure."
Tiano passed to Nunnelly for a 27-yard touchdown in the first quarter, marking the 12th time they have connected for a score, the fourth most by a duo in school history. The Mocs started and finished well, but in between was, well, not so good. In the first and fourth quarters they ran 31 plays and gained 365 yards. In the second and third quarters they managed just 51 yards on 27 plays. Starting center Noah Ramsey, who has been subbing for the injured Kyle Miskelley, was lost to a lower leg injury in the first quarter. Right guard Cole Strange shifted to center, with junior Gabe Dew entering at guard in what was his first significant action for UTC.


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12-04-2008, 05:12 PM
is it possible to hook up the remote start feature of the viper in a manual transmission truck if i some how bye pass the switch on the clutch?
12-04-2008, 07:37 PM
technically yes, but if you leave it in gear the vehicle will take off. If you can find your neutral safety switch you could use that for the safest way.
12-04-2008, 09:10 PM
I don't know if it has one, I still have to push the clutch in to start it when its in neutral. Ill go look threw my schematics. Also where would be a good place to mount my proximity sensor? i was thinking of putting it up by my dome light.
12-05-2008, 07:52 PM
If its a proximity sensor then you want it in the middle of the vehicle on the flooorboard (or as middle as you can get it.
If it is a shock sensor then you want to ziptie it to a harness and adjust sensitivity accordingly.
12-06-2008, 11:37 PM
i thought that proximity sensors had to be window line or above cuz the RF field couldn't go through metal
12-07-2008, 01:21 PM
dei makes a module for manual transmission. but install that at your own risk.


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Four possibilities come to mind.
1. Your power supply is bad and the battery ran down.
2. Your system board died.
3. You have a bad device plugged into a USB port.
4. Your battery is bad and holding down the AC power.
To troubleshoot, disconnect all external devices, even remove the CD drive if possible. Try to boot.
Next, boot with just the battery.
Next, boot with just the AC supply.
That's about it. If you still have no power at boot, it is the system board.
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Thursday, January 29, 2015
Organised by the Royal Photographic Society (RPS) with support from the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Light Works is a new exhibition celebrating the International Year of Light. Curated by RPS Fellow Gary Evans, Light Works is a virtual journey through the electromagnetic spectrum from gamma rays to radio waves. It uses 50 images to explore ways of looking into our own bodies and the world around us. The exhibition is on public display until 6 February in the Burlington House Courtyard of the Royal Academy, before starting its tour to Belfast, Edinburgh and other UK cities.
Tuesday, January 20, 2015
Expert Studio Workshops has announced the first in a series of workshops for photography enthusiasts interested in studio based photography, hosted by Doug Harman and Jamie Harrison. Taking place on 1 March 2015 in Southend-On-Sea, Essex, this introductory workshop is limited to 10 participants to alow plenty of one to one time with two professional models throughout the day. The tuition includes an introduction to strobes, modifiers, studio basics, safety, working with models, make-up and styling as well as image analysis and basic Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop retouching tutorials. The tuition fee is £150.
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
The Business Forum Imaging Cologne 2015 event, organised by Photo Imaging News and trade magazine International Contact, will take place on 28 and 29 January 2015 in Cologne's Congress Centre North. Featuring the motto, “Memories and markets in motion,” the conference is hosted by photokina, and comprises around 15 lectures addressing various aspects of the imaging busines. The first day's focus will be on how the imaging sector can harness the new technologies for new business models. Internationally renowned portrait and wedding photographers Charles and Jennifer Maring will demonstrate how professionals and amateurs can set memories in motion using innovations such as time-lapse, 4K video, light field photography and network technologies- The second day's focus is on current challenges facing the retail trade. Right from the outset, Cologne-based management consultant Ulrich Eggert will spell out how important it is for specialist retailers as well to exploit the growing importance of e-commerce and mobile commerce. Christian Rößler, Head of Connected Retail at Munich-based communication and marketing agency Serviceplan, will then unveil a fascinating concept for the retail trade of the future. This is about nothing less than a rethinking of the role of bricks and mortar retail and about innovative ideas for how Internet offerings and store retail experiences can be combined intelligently. The event is being supported by the Photographic Industry Association and market research company GfK Retail and Technology.
Friday, December 12, 2014
Nikon will be exhibiting its product line-up at The Photography Show, an exhibition dedicated to photography and open to all, from 21st to 24th March 2015 at the Birmingham NEC. A fresh new interactive Nikon stand will showcase the newest Nikon gear, including the Nikon D750 and D3300 dSLRs, Nikon 1 series compact system cameras, along with selected Coolpix models and interchangeable Nikkor lenses. Central to the stand will be the Nikon School stage, where a host of inspirational speakers, will give insightful talks on a range of photography topics to inspire passionate photographers. Tickets are now on sale for The Photography Show 2015.
Friday, November 21, 2014
On show at The Photographers' Gallery from 4 December 2014 - 28 January 2015, Sun/Screen is a new project by award-winning New York based artist Penelope Umbrico. It continues her exploration into the production and consumption of photographs online, particularly focusing on the persistence of sunset imagery within popular photography. For this project, Umbrico used an iPhone to re-photograph images of the sun she cropped from thousands of sunset images shared on the web. The process of capturing images directly from the computer screen creates a moiré pattern, which is the consequence of pixel grids, meshes or dot patterns being superimposed. Umbrico further amplifies this effect by editing the images into a single slideshow, with each shot slowly dissolving into the next. This creates a secondary moiré effect that draws attention to the materiality of the screen and further distances us from the natural sunlight source of the original images. Umbrico intends the work to operate as a dialogue between analogue and digital, natural and simulated light and the material and immaterial. The Photographers' Gallery is located at 16 - 18 Ramillies St, London W1F 7LW.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Anima and The Widest Prairies is the first UK solo exhibition by Dutch artist Charlotte Dumas. Hosted by The Photographers’ Gallery, this exhibition focuses on the wild horses of Dayton, Nevada, famed as one of the first settlements of the gold rush in the West. These horses once symbolised the freedom, possibilities and dreams associated with the American West but now their very existence is under threat from changing political and economic conditions. This series of photographic encounters depicts the horses as part of a shifting landscape, exposing their resilient and wild character. Pictured as Nomadic drifters, they visit towns and trailer parks in search of food and water. Dumas also observed groups of horses in corrals, photographing them in profile, seemingly lost in contemplation during rare moments where they would allow her to come closer. The exhibition also features Dumas' first moving image work Anima. The pictures and video will be on display from 6 February - 6 April 2015.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
CameraWorld, a real UK camera shop helping you to make the most of your hobby, is running an event on 28th November entitled "Masters of Photography." The event will feature three speakers - David Newton, Danny Green and Saeen Rashid -, who will be hosting seminars throughout the day. Experts from Canon, Manfrotto, Lexar, Rode, Vanguard and Domke will also be on hand to demonstrate and answer any questions on the latest photography gear, including the new EF 100-400mm L IS USM II lens. Golden Tickets for the day are only £10 and if you spend over £100 on the day you get your entry ticket back. Golden tickets allow you the opportunity to buy at the UK's best possible prices on the day and are limited, so you need to buy quick. All people purchasing a ticket to the event will be entered into a competition to win a Canon PowerShot G7X digital compact camera. The event will take place from 11am - 7pm at 01 Zero One Studio, Hopkins Street, London W1F 0HS. Click through / read on for the CameraWorld Masters of Photography seminar schedule.
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Calumet Photographic is hosting a series of open days across the United Kingdom. The seven open days take place at Calumet stores nationwide, with each offering visitors the chance to win a new Canon G7X Camera as well as free sensor cleaning for all Nikon and Canon DSLRs, product demonstrations, expert advice from the top brands, as well as a variety of offers and promotions throughout the store. Click through / scroll down for a list of dates and locations.
Monday, November 3, 2014
Photographer Antonio Olmos has returned to his homeland, Mexico, for the first project of the ‘Sony RX Celebrate the Streets’ series. He has captured the vibrancy and spectacular colour of the country's traditional Day of the Dead celebrations using the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 III. In the Mexican town of Mixquic the festivities take to the streets as thousands throng the local cathedral’s graveyard, the only remaining church graveyard in the city, lighting it with candles to create a unique scene. "In countries across the world, the streets are a social environment where, during these events and festivals, so many conventions are broken for the day," Antonio Olmos said. "The Mexican Day of the Dead sees people of all classes and backgrounds come together to honour the deceased and everyone shares that celebration – it’s a moment when everyone shares in both joy and sorrow at those who have died." Future potential projects for the ‘Celebrate the Streets’ series include New Orleans Mardi Gras, India’s Holi Festival and Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls.
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Adorama is teaming up with Canon to put on a free event featuring the brand new EOS 7D Mark II. Held on Wednesday 12th November at the Altman Building in Manhattan action-packed evening will feature an open bar and food; giveaways including a raffle for the 7D Mark II and two tickets to the XLIX “Big Game”; special guest appearances from the world of professional sports; presentations from the industry’s top action photographers; and many more surprises to come. The star of the show, the EOS 7D Mark II, will be on display, so all attendees can get their hands-on the highly anticipated DSLR from Canon’s APS-sensor lineup. Do note that space is limited and only registering will guarantee your spot. To RSVP, visit the website below.
Cities at Dawn have teamed up with Guardian Masterclasses to expand their programme into cities such as Rome and Istanbul. Offered as part of the unique learning programme run by The Guardian, these master classes give photographers of any level an opportunity to discover how dawn can transform their images – and their style. Through a series of dawn workshops with photographer Anthony Epes, participants will learn new skills whilst creating a personal portfolio. “Photography is an extraordinarily creative outlet – it has taught me how to truly see and experience the world; to not just pass through, busy and distracted, on my way to somewhere else," Anthony says. “That is why I love to teach photography, to support others in their creative journey.” Click through / scroll down for more information.
Friday, October 24, 2014
Canon will demonstrate its latest digital camera optics and printer lineup, including the recently announced EOS C100 Mark II digital video camera (pictured) at PhotoPlus Expo 2014. Visitors to the Canon booth can try the powerful new EOS 7D Mark II Digital SLR camera, the full line of Canon EOS and Cinema EOS cameras, EF and CN-E lenses, Canon’s professional and consumer camcorders, and the latest in PowerShot cameras including the new PowerShot G7 X. Canon will continue its Live Learning Stage educational series with a combination of lectures and live photo shoots featuring professional photographers, videographers and Canon Explorers of Light. Professionals such as Scott Kelby, Alex Buono, Peter Read Miller, Adam Jones and Michele Celentano will discuss and demonstrate their personal expertise and share their experience with audiences. Canon will also host demonstrations of portrait lighting using Canon’s Speedlite system, time lapse video shooting, 4K video for still-frame output to Pixma Pro 100 and imagePROGRAF iPF6400 printers, and an EOS 7D Mark II demonstration. PhotoPlus Expo 2014 will take place from 30th October to 1st November in the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Today at 2.30pm ET, PhotoShelter will be hosting a free webinar entitled, "Law School 101: Demystifying Copyright & Social Media Terms of Service." In this special webinar panel with copyright expert Bill Cramer, founder and CEO of Wonderful Machine, and Kristine Hsu of Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, you will learn about the key facts you need to know regarding copyright and what can be hidden in those lengthy terms of service on some of the most popular social media sites. Cramer and Hsu will dive into case studies from recent court cases involving photographers and their work, the best workflow practices to get your copyright registered, and much more. You can sign up for this free event at the website below.
Website: Photoshelter Website Registration
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
Now in its 6th year, Digital Splash - which is hosted by Wilkinson Cameras – will see a selection of the UK’s best photographers descend on Preston. Lancashire, for a celebration of all things photography related. Headlining the show this year is world famous landscape and travel photographer, Colin Prior, alongside Andrea Denniss, Damian McGillicuddy, Matt Hart and Catherine Connor. Brand new for this year is the F-Stop Stage – which will host a range of free talks on subjects including the use of flash and studio lighting, colour management systems and the use of filters – (hosted by Lee Filters). This year, Digital Splash will take place on Sunday 9th November (10am to 5pm) at the University of Central Lancashire. The event is free to attend and tickets for the seminars are just £6 – available to purchase online at the website below.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
British photographer Martin Parr is unveiling a unique collection of images depicting the eating habits of Britain in collaboration with leading food brand Birds Eye. Parr was commissioned by Birds Eye to produce a unique snapshot of what makes up the typical, modern mealtime in Britain. The exhibition entitled 'A Birds Eye View' features 30 brand new photographs depicting mealtimes in regions including Kent, Cornwall, Norfolk, Yorkshire, Merseyside, London and Birmingham. The exhibition will open for one day only on Wednesday 1st October at the Pics Gallery, 18 Newman Street, London, W1T 1PE.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Nikon today announced the inaugural Nikon European Film Festival in association with Raindance and Asia Argento (pictured). The contest challenges enthusiasts and film professionals alike to create a short film of up to 140 seconds in length around the theme ‘A Different Perspective’. Asia Argento, Chair of the Jury for the Nikon European Film Festival and award winning Italian actress and director commented “I’m thrilled to be part of the Nikon European Film Festival and look forward to judging the incredibly well-thought out creatives that the short, 140 second format demands. Modern technology has opened up filmmaking to more people than ever before and Nikon, inspiring established and breakthrough talents alike, is an increasingly influential part of this development.” The Grand Prix winner as selected by the judges will receive a Nikon D810 and an all-expenses-paid, one week networking trip to the Cannes Film Festival in May 2015. Click through / read on for the details.
Friday, August 29, 2014
The Jessops Academy's one-day Big Cats Photography Course, launched just last month, offers attendees a chance to get up close and personal to nature’s giant cats. Amongst the cats you can photograph are the critically endangered Amur Leopard, the beautiful Snow Leopard and the mysterious Jaguar. Throughout the day you will be guided by a Jessops Academy Tutor, assisting you to get the best from your camera by advising you on both technical and creative aspects of photography. The cost of attendance is £125. For more information, visit the website below.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Color Confidence has announced dates for two Active Colour Training events designed to teach photographers about colour management. The next event will take place in Manchester on 25 September, followed by a training session in Birmingham on 19 November 2014. Each event will feature 8 exhibitors including X-Rite, NEC, DxO, EIZO, Macphun Software, Epson, TECCO and Manfrotto; a keynote speech from Richard Curtis, Principal Solutions Consultant at Adobe; and the opportunity to enter into a competition to win an all-expenses-paid photo week in Iceland. There will also be special offers and discounts on the day. The events are each priced at £25. This is refundable on purchase of a product on the day. The price also includes lunch and refreshments. To register for either event, visit the website below.
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
The UK branch of Buenos Aires based photography experience company Foto Ruta has announced that its Foto Ruta Clue – Shoot Shoreditch event will take place on Sunday 24th August, from 2 to 6pm. Described as "a creative and alternative way to see explore the city and learn about photography," Foto Ruta Clue -Shoot Shoreditch kicks off with a short creative photography workshop at The Forge, 154 – 158 Shoreditch High Street, London. Armed with a Foto Ruta map pack, a set of clues and your camera and/or smartphone you and your team will spend the afternoon uncovering and capturing on camera the visual delights of Shoreditch, one of London’s most colourful and creative neighbourhoods. Tickets are priced at £24. To book your place, visit the website below.
The Digital Imaging Show has announced a new three-day event to be held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel in October 2014. Starting on 4th October, the new Birmingham photographic expo boasts over 20 speakers, 72 hours of Masterclasses and a free-to-attend two-day Trade Show. Over 40 leading photographic companies will be exhibiting and attendees can get hands-on with the latest products from top manufacturers. For more information on The Digital Imaging Show’s Birmingham photographic expo, visit the website below.


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November is National “Capsicum annum” month, or as most of us call it, National Pepper Month! With their sweet, robust flavor and bright colors, roasted bell peppers are common ingredients in Mediterranean dishes, pizzas, salads, sauces and appetizers.
Over the years we have worked with local family farms in Northern California to bring our consumers the freshest bell pepper products available. Our locally grown peppers are roasted and packed in water with sea salt for a light smoky flavor within twenty-four hours of harvest.
Here are some fun facts* about red bell peppers you may not have known!
- Red bell peppers are simply green bell peppers that have been left on the vine to continue to ripen.
- Peppers are actually fruits because they are produced from a flowering plant and contain seeds-most people think of them as vegetables.
- Red bell peppers are sweeter than green ones because bell peppers sweeten as they ripen.
- Red bell peppers have more than twice the vitamin C of a green pepper.
- Bell peppers are a good source of Vitamin A.
- The scientific name for bell peppers is Capsicum annum.
- Peppers were named by Spanish explorers searching for peppercorn plants to produce black pepper.
- Capsicums are what peppers are called in Australia.
Next time you pick up a jar of Jeff’s Naturals Roasted Bell Pepper Strips, try
Making a delicious Greek omelet with diced Jeff’s Naturals Roasted Bell Pepper Strips, sliced Kalamata Olives and feta cheese.
Layering Jeff’s Naturals Roasted Bell Pepper Strips, Grilled Artichoke Hearts, fresh mozzarella, and arugula on rustic Italian bread for an amazing panini.
Puree Jeff’s Naturals Roasted Bell Pepper Strips with fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, olive oil and pine nuts for a smoky-sweet roasted red pepper pesto.
You can also try adding drained jar of Jeff’s Naturals Roasted Bell Peppers & Caramelized Onions to fajita-style beef or chicken and serve with flour tortillas, spicy salsa and fresh guacamole.
The possibilities are endless!

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I have received these two revolver cartridges made by SMI. 320 and 380 revolver C.F., lead bullets.
They had black powder loads but I have never seen “civilian” cartridges like these made by SMI, only military ammo.
Some authorities, such as Alessio Grimaldi, wrote that thse cartridges were intended for military use, although never adopted by italian army as ordnance chamberings.
A friend of mine said me that some of related boxes ( 320 revolver) were found in the past in a large lor of mixed ammo found in the attic of an old gun shop. He only remember that they were green boxes.
Is there someone that can add some more info about the story behind these two cartridges?
Did SMI produce other “civilian” cartridges, such as 450 Revolver ammo?
Are these rare or common? In Italy they are uncommon for sure, but maybe they can be common outside Italy.


Morocco's reported purchase of the Chinese Chengdu Wing Loong II drone is merely the latest example of a country diversifying its drone fleet.
With the addition of these armed Chinese unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), Rabat will have armed drone types from three different suppliers, the other two being Turkey and Israel. As noted here last year, Morocco's acquisition of Turkey's well-known Bayraktar TB2 drones along with Israeli Harop loitering munitions (so-called suicide or kamikaze drones) gives it similar capabilities to that of Azerbaijan.
Baku deployed both drone types to devastating effect against the Armenian military in the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh war. The Israeli drones knocked out Armenian air defenses, and the Turkish UAVs destroyed large numbers of Armenia's Russian main battle tanks. Morocco might attempt to replicate such tactics in a potential war with its neighbor and rival Algeria, which also operates a predominantly Russian-built arsenal of military hardware.
Ethiopia has similarly procured a diversified fleet of armed drones since mid-2021. Addis Ababa acquired the Chinese Wing Loong and Turkish TB2 along with the Iranian Mohajer-6, the same model Russia recently began using in Ukraine.
Diversified procurements of these kinds will most likely become the norm rather than the exception, especially as more drone manufacturers put more models on the market at increasingly competitive prices.
Before the U.S. reinterpreted the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR), which seeks to limit the proliferation of ballistic missiles and armed drones, under the Trump administration, Washington refused to export its large advanced armed drones, even to close allies.
Consequently, China, exploiting the gap in the market, widely sold armed drones like the Wing Loong II and the CASC Rainbow CH-4B to states in the Middle East and elsewhere with little care about how they were used. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) was one of the countries to procure the former, which it actively used in recent conflicts in Yemen and Libya.
In January 2021, the outgoing Trump administration made a landmark $23 billion deal to sell the UAE 50 fifth-generation F-35 Lightning II aircraft and 18 armed MQ-9 Reaper drones. However, the following December, the Emirates announced the deal's suspension. That same month, Abu Dhabi ordered 80 advanced 4.5-generation Dassault Rafale F4 multirole fighters from France. In September, it was reported that the UAE was seeking 120 Turkish TB2s in a deal that could be worth up to $2 billion. The UAE may even diversify its drone arsenal further by buying Israeli drones sometime in the future.
(Some of these countries may also opt to buy larger, more high-end, and expensive drones like the Reaper but probably in fewer numbers than much cheaper and more expendable drones like the TB2.)
Iraq bought over a dozen CH-4Bs in the mid-2010s and used them during its war against the Islamic State (ISIS). However, these drones have been grounded since September 2019 due to a lack of spare parts. Baghdad has since hinted it's interested in diversifying its small drone fleet by acquiring Turkish TB2s.
Iran is supplying Russia with "hundreds" of armed drones amidst its war against Ukraine. These include the Mohajer-6 and Shahed-136 loitering munitions. Moscow's singular reliance on Iran as a foreign supplier of armed drones is undoubtedly out of necessity rather than choice, given the isolation it has experienced since its fateful decision to invade Ukraine. Russia reportedly wanted TB2s from Turkey, but the manufacturer refuses "to give them drones in this situation." China is also reluctant to incur Western sanctions by arming Russia with its combat drones.
In addition to diversifying their drone procurement sources, countries are also working to develop their capabilities to manufacture UAVs locally. Morocco's deal for Chinese drones reportedly includes manufacturing a number of them in the kingdom. Rabat was already reportedly negotiating a deal to co-produce Israeli loitering munitions on its soil.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is another operator of Wing Loong IIs. Now Riyadh wants TB2s and a factory to manufacture them locally. The kingdom has already signed an agreement with China to build drones locally. And the Saudis are developing their own drone, the Samoom, which they anticipate could join the kingdom's armed forces by 2024.
Turkey has already reached several agreements to co-produce its drones abroad. In May, Iran opened its first drone factory abroad in the Central Asian country of Tajikistan.
These recent developments strongly indicate that the proliferation of increasingly sophisticated and deadly armed drones in volatile parts of the world could get much worse in the near future.


New York City Administration for Children's Services
Payments to Day Care Providers (Follow-Up Review) The New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) contracts with not-for-profit organizations to provide subsidized day care programs for eligible children. In our prior audit report 98-N-11, we examined ACS's controls over its payments to these contractors and found that improvements were needed. For example, we identified payment errors and determined that the independent audits of the contractors were not always conducted in accordance with ACS requirements. In our follow-up review, we found that the actions recommended by our prior report had generally been taken by ACS officials.
For a complete copy of Report 2001-F-25 click here.


Photographer of the Year 2021: Valter Antunes
Thrilled to announce the This is Reportage Photographer of the Year 2021: Valter Antunes! With a staggering 22 Awards won in the year – 15 Reportage Awards & 7 Story Awards – Valter deservedly sits on top of our just-announced Top 100 Photographers in the World list. Congratulations, Valter!
Below are all his winning Awards of 2021, and you can see more of his work on his website, or his TiR profile. We also interviewed him on our Podcast over here.


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Chris Wiegman (@ChrisWiegman) gave a talk titled Make WP_CLI Work For You: Extending WP_CLI With Custom Commands on Saturday, April 30 at 2:00 PM.
Not familiar with WP-CLI? Here’s his definition:
WP-CLI is a PHP script that interacts with WordPress from the command line (Unix).
WP-CLI is not, itself, a plugin.
View presentation online
About to talk about WP-CLI at WordCamp Chicago. Here’s my slides: https://t.co/mAHUR67QY8
— Chris Wiegman (@ChrisWiegman) April 30, 2016
Here are some of the highlights and tips our audience shared on Twitter:
— Raz (@alt3red) April 30, 2016
— Mike Hale (@MikeHale) April 30, 2016
— Adam Silver (@heyadamsilver) April 30, 2016
— Geoffrey Shilling (@AlohaGeoffrey) April 30, 2016
— ServerPress.com (@DesktopServer) April 30, 2016


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The #4 Genesee Community College men's lacrosse team had their nine-game winning streak snapped at #3 Community College of Baltimore County-Essex on Saturday afternoon, falling to the Knights 13-11.
The Cougars started out in a hole trailing 4-1 after the first quarter. The team fought back to within two at the half, trailing 7-5. They could not close the gap in the second half, trailing 10-8 after the third quarter and twice getting to within a goal in the fourth quarter, but could not get the equalizer.
The midfield had a big day. Marcus Palvino scored five goals and had an assist, Spencer Halliwell-Allen scored three goals and had three assists and Chip Chapman scored a goal and added two assists. Saxon Weil also added a goal.
At attack, Jon Gill had one goal and Connor Latimer scored twice.
Brady Lawrence played a great game in net with 20 saves.
Joe Pedro led the team with seven ground balls and added an assist.
Genesee (9-2) will play again on Monday night against Mohawk Valley Community College at 7pm.