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The protein encoded by DUOX2 is a glycoprotein and a member of the NADPH oxidase family. Additionally we are shipping DUOX2 Kits (10) and DUOX2 Proteins (4) and many more products for this protein.
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Dog (Canine) Polyclonal DUOX2 Primary Antibody for ICC, IF - ABIN258884
Morand, Chaaraoui, Kaniewski, Dème, Ohayon, Noel-Hudson, Virion, Dupuy: Effect of iodide on nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate oxidase activity and Duox2 protein expression in isolated porcine thyroid follicles. in Endocrinology 2003
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Human Polyclonal DUOX2 Primary Antibody for EIA, FACS - ABIN951993
Salmeen, Park, Meyer: The NADPH oxidases NOX4 and DUOX2 regulate cell cycle entry via a p53-dependent pathway. in Oncogene 2010
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study expanded the mutational spectrum of the DUOX2 and thyroglobulin (show TG Antibodies) genes and provided the best estimation of the DUOX2 mutation rate (29%) for congenital hypothyroidism/subclinical congenital hypothyroidism patients in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China
Seven different recurrent mutations [p.G488R (n=13), p.A649E (n=3), p.R885Q (n=3), p.I1080T (n=2), and p.A1206T (n=2) in DUOX2; p.Y138X (n=9) in DUOXA2 (show DUOXA2 Antibodies)) were identified as the mutations underlying congenital hypothyroidism.
Transient congenital hypothyroidism is caused by compound heterozygous mutations affecting the NADPH-oxidase (show NOX1 Antibodies) domain of DUOX2.
the house dust mite-dependent TLR2 (show TLR2 Antibodies)-Duox2 signalling axis promotes NF-kappaB (show NFKB1 Antibodies) activation, which induces IL-8 (show IL8 Antibodies) and CCL20 (show CCL20 Antibodies) production and mediates epidermal keratinocyte inflammation
Results identified 2 mutations in DUOX2 gene from patient with congenital hypothyroidism and report new cryptic splicing sites in the intron 17 and exon 18.
Decreased Panx1 (show PANX1 Antibodies) function is a response to cell acidification mediated by IFN-gamma-induced (show SAMHD1 Antibodies) up-regulation of Duox2.
inactivating mutations in the DUOXA2 (show DUOXA2 Antibodies) (p.Y246X) and DUOX2 (p.R885Q) genes were identified in a set of dizygotic twins with congenital hypothyroidism
Prevalence of DUOX2 pathogenic variants is 29% among patients with congenital hypothyroidism in Guangxi, China. Monoallelic and biallelic DUOX2 variants are associated with transient, while triallelic variants are associated with permanent disease.
The prognosis of Japanese patients with DUOX2 defects was usually transient Congenital hypothyroidism. Delayed improvement of thyroglobulin (show TG Antibodies) indicates that these patients have subclinical hypothyroidism.
Data indicate dual oxidase 2 protein (DUOX2) mutation-carrying pedigree presenting pseudodominant inheritance of nonautoimmune hypothyroidism.
the dual oxidase 2 N-terminal region is targeted to the plasma membrane
DUOX2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies) regulates interactions between the intestinal microbiota and the mucosa to maintain immune homeostasis in mice.
these data indicate that the gut (show GUSB Antibodies) microbiota uses two distinct signaling pathways to induce Duox2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies) expression in the ileum and colon epithelium.
Data suggest that proteinase-activated receptor 2 (show F2RL1 Antibodies) activation leads to up-regulation of the dual oxidase-2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies)/reactive oxygen species pathway in airway epithelial cells (AECs).
DUOX2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies)-generated ROS (show ROS1 Antibodies) induce AEC death.
a spontaneously generated valine 674-to-glycine mutation of murine Duox2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies) results in a translocation defect and complete loss of function that explains the severe congenital hypothyroid phenotype of the thyd/thyd mouse strain
DUOX2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies) plays pivotal roles in TLR5 (show TLR5 Antibodies)-dependent inflammatory response of nasal airway epithelium.
DUOX2 (show DUOX1 Antibodies) and NOD2 (show NOD2 Antibodies) cooperatively facilitate antibacterial action.
The protein encoded by this gene is a glycoprotein and a member of the NADPH oxidase family. The synthesis of thyroid hormone is catalyzed by a protein complex located at the apical membrane of thyroid follicular cells. This complex contains an iodide transporter, thyroperoxidase, and a peroxide generating system that includes this encoded protein and DUOX1. This protein is known as dual oxidase because it has both a peroxidase homology domain and a gp91phox domain.
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Texas Taco Company, The Farmhouse and a New Party City Coming to Lubbock
We have a few new places coming to Lubbock that we need to talk about.
- Texas Taco Company – South Loop 289 at Quaker Ave. (Former Moe’s location)
We believe this to be related to the Texas Taco Company in other cities in Texas. Not much else is known now. We will update you when they are closer to opening.
- The Farmhouse - Rockwall Square, 7716 Milwaukee Ave.
The Farmhouse is a breakfast/lunch concept open daily until 2:00 p.m. Once again, not much more than what they are is known now.
- Party City - 6038 Marsha Sharp Fwy Canyon West
Looks like Lubbock is getting either a new Party City location, or the South Plains Mall location might be closing soon and relocating.
Are you excited for any of these new businesses? Let us know!

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A refreshing, cleansing body wash which combines the anti-bacterial power of Honey Myrtle with the healing properties of the Quandong plant, leaving you naturally invigorated.
Honey Myrtle’s anti-microbial and anti-fungal functions are refreshing and cleansing.
The Quandong plant, traditionally prepared as a skin ointment by Indigenous Australians, derives healing properties from its high antioxidant content.
500 ml./16.9 fl. oz.
Use daily on your body with warm water. Follow with Rohr Remedy's Desert Lime Body Moisturizer. For an added experience, add salt or fine sugar to make a scrub for a deeper cleanser once a week.
Aqua (Purified Water), Aloe Vera(Aloe barbadensis), Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Quandong (Santalum acuminatum) fruit extract, Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) fruit extract, White Willow (Salix alba) bark extract, Honey Myrtle (Melaleuca teretifolia) branch/leaf oil, Pink Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) peel oil, Xanthum Gum; Benzyl Alcohol (and) Dehydroacetic Acid (preservatives)

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The classic 1950s song The Big Bell and the Little Bell is brought to life in pictures, words and music. The big bell makes a mighty “bong!” while the little bell just makes a tiny “bing!” This picture book will teach little ones that those who make the biggest noise aren’t always as important as they think. CD not included.
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Watershed moisture sensing in Jordan: Water in the Cloud
Presentation about the Installation of Acclima soil moisture sensors, nodes and readout devices on the watershed restoration site in Jordan.
ICARDA'S watershed R4D Project in Ethiopia
The "Unlocking the potential of rainfed agriculture in Ethiopia for improved Rural Livelihoods" presentation highlighted the "Community-based rainfed watershed management" project first phase achievements and introduced ...
Analysis of the roles of men and women in water use and management in low Syr Basin and opportunities for empowering them and promote more rational water uses
Presentation on the Analysis of the roles of men and women in water use and management in low Syr Basin and opportunities for empowering them and promote more rational water uses
SLM options in Zaghouan: current patterns, issues on technological, economic and ecological efficiencies, adoptions and recommendations for effective out-scaling
This is the presentation of Dr. Taoufik Hermassi during the workshop "Sustainable Land Management to Achieving Land Degradation Neutrality: Options-by-Context Approach and Tool", final workshop for the project "Impact ...
Soil Water Plant Relationship
Soil Water Plant Relationship, Source of water, Source of nutrients, Anchorage are topics addressed during JICA course training session.
Increasing land productivity through crop variety and improved management
Summary of the work of the GARC in the framework of the project "Reducing land degradation and farmers’ vulnerability to climate change in the highland dry areas of north-western Ethiopia";
ICARDA-CASP agreement Goals, progress, next steps
Presentation on ICARDA-CASP agreement Goals, progress and next steps.
Managing Scarce Water Resources in Agriculture; Towards a paradigm change
Water scarcity intensifying as many countries with chronic water scarcity, in addition the water for agriculture in dry areas is declining and Climate change adds to the problem.
Outputs of livestock research activities in Gumara-Maksegnit Watershed
Livestock research done by ARARI in the framework of the project 'Reducing land degradation and farmers’ vulnerability to climate change in the highland dry areas of north-western Ethiopia' is presented.
Modeling Selected Ecosystem Services in Bugunski Region Watersheds
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Foreign investment in Germany at lowest level since 2013
Foreign investment in Germany reached a historic low since 2013 in 2023. It is well known that investment plays an important role in economic growth. If foreign investment falls, this can lead to a downturn in the economy and, in the long term, to more serious consequences for the German economy. But what are the reasons for the decline in investment and how can we prevent it? In dem Artikel wird untersucht, welche Faktoren dazu beitragen, dass die ausländischen Investitionen niedrig bleiben und was getan werden muss, um sie zu erhöhen. These include the development of regulatory standards and reforms of the labor market and tax system.
The reasons for the decline in foreign investment
For some time now, the number of foreign investments in Germany has been at a historically low level. The reasons for this are manifold and there is no simple explanation for the decline. However, some experts point out that ongoing political uncertainties, the increasing cost of real estate and the rising cost of infrastructure projects have contributed significantly to this development.
While Germany undoubtedly remains a strong and competitive location, said Henrik Ahlers, chairman of the management board at EY. “But on the cost side, Germany has recently become much less attractive – especially for industrial companies.”
Other locations are also currently better positioned in terms of research, development and digital innovations. Other locations are also currently better positioned in terms of research, development and digital innovations.
The consequences of the decline in foreign investment
The decline in foreign investment in Germany proved problematic last year. Experts say the returns and jobs associated with these investments have had a significant impact on the German economy.
An analysis of data from the Federal Statistical Office shows that foreign direct investment (FDI) declined by 0.9 percent in 2023. This represents the lowest level since 2013. The biggest decline was in M&A transactions, down 22 percent year-on-year.
This development has negative consequences for the German economy: there is less value creation and fewer jobs. Because foreign investors often buy more energy-efficient equipment than domestic companies, productivity growth may slow. Trade with foreign countries is also deteriorating and exports are falling.
In addition, it has become more difficult to bring new technologies into the country or to develop new business models. Without the input from abroad, it is more difficult for entrepreneurs to implement innovative ideas and thus attract more employees.
France remains at the top
According to the study, France remains the front-runner in the European ranking, where development has been much more dynamic than in Germany for several years. For example, the number of investment projects in the neighboring country rose by three percent to 1259 last year, after increasing by as much as 24 percent in 2021. The United Kingdom ranks behind, although the number of projects fell by six percent to 929.
“France in particular has left Germany behind in recent years,” Ahlers said. President Emmanuel Macron has managed to “ignite momentum” with pro-business reforms, he said. Germany is currently a long way from achieving this.
In contrast to the weakening trend in Germany, foreign investment activity increased slightly throughout Europe. In 2022, the number of announced projects increased by one percent to 5962. The biggest percentage winners, he said, were Poland, Portugal and Turkey. The biggest percentage winners, he said, were Poland, Portugal and Turkey. The number of projects was down seven percent from 2019. No information was provided on the amount of the investment.
Germany nevertheless a top location
However, in a global company survey conducted for the EY study, Germany is currently becoming significantly more attractive. The proportion of respondents who describe Germany as one of the top three locations in Europe has risen from 42 to 62 percent compared with the previous year’s survey.
France (47 percent) and the United Kingdom (43 percent) are well behind. “Last year, there were concerns about an acute energy crisis and production losses in Germany,” Ahlers said. “Last year, there were concerns about an acute energy crisis and production losses in Germany,” Ahlers said.

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A Bachelor’s in Nursing is the lowest qualification required to become a Registered Nurse (RN) in Australia. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, you can work as a registered nurse in aged care facilities, hospitals, doctor’s clinics, and mental health facilities. If you would like to specialize in a particular nursing field or increase your income potential as an RN it would be highly beneficial for you to study a Masters Degree in Nursing or a Graduate Diploma in Nursing.
So, which should you choose? Should you immediately enter the workforce after completing a 3-year nursing degree or should you further your education and possibly increase your income potential and employment prospects? Here is how to choose whether a Bachelor’s or a Master’s in nursing is right for you.
If you would like to work as a standard registered nurse, completing a Master’s In Nursing won’t be necessary. Your decision on whether to study a Master’s In Nursing will depend on what field of nursing you want to work in and whether or not you would like to advance your career in nursing to a particular specialization or leadership role. Some people choose to complete a Master’s in Nursing to increase their income potential, employment prospects and to have the opportunity to specialize in a specific nursing field.
Alternatively, if you have completed an undergraduate degree in a different field, like a Bachelor of Science and would like to become a registered nurse you will need to complete a Master’s in Nursing or a Nursing Degree for graduates.
Career Opportunities Available With a Masters Degree in Nursing:
Graduates of a Master’s in Nursing will have the opportunity to work in leadership roles, education roles and specialist nurse roles. Here are some careers that you may pursue with a Master’s in Nursing:
- Clinical Nurse Educator,
- Nurse Unit Manager,
- Clinical Nurse Specialist,
- Clinical Nurse Consultant,
- Director of Nursing,
- Intensive Care Nursing,
- Cardiac Nursing,
- Neonatal Nursing,
- Nurse Practitioner.
Advantages of Having a Master’s Versus (VS) a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing:
1. Higher Graduate Level Income:
Graduates with a Master’s in Nursing will have a higher starting salary than nurses with only an undergraduate degree. This will vary depending on your specialization and chosen nursing field but will be marginally higher than that of standard registered nurses and midwives. Potential employers will recognize and take your education and qualifications into account and this will increase your value and salary opportunities.
2. Ability to Specialize:
A Master’s in Nursing will allow you to specialize in your chosen field. Standard RNs have less choice over what field they work in.
3. Greater Employment Potential:
Career opportunities for nursing graduates are already great but if you want to stand out and have more career opportunities then a Master’s in Nursing is highly beneficial and will make you stand out.
4. Opportunity to be More Flexible:
RNs tend to work long 12-hour shifts and these shifts can often be overnight and on weekends. Nurses with a master’s degree will have the opportunity to be more flexible and may have the option to work in a more standard 9-5 role depending on what field they choose to work in.
5. Leadership Opportunities:
If you desire to be in a leadership role and to mentor others then a Masters degree will allow you to work in a managerial role within the nursing industry. Managers will earn more and are highly sought after.
6. Potential to Become a Nurse Educator:
If teaching nursing is something you would like to do then a master’s will give you the opportunity to become a nurse educator. A career as an educator will allow you to instill your passion and knowledge about nursing in others and will provide you with more flexible working hours than most registered nurses who work in hospitals.
Some Common Questions with Answers Regarding the Necessity of Master’s Degree in Nursing:
1. Do You Need a Master’s in Nursing to Be a Midwife?
No, you can complete an undergraduate midwifery degree to become a registered midwife. However, if you have only previously completed a Bachelor’s in Nursing and want to register as a midwife you can complete a Graduate Diploma of Midwifery or a Master’s of Midwifery to register.
2. How Long Does It Take To Complete a Master’s in Nursing?
You will first need to complete an undergraduate degree in nursing or a similar degree which generally takes between 3-4 years to complete depending on your specialty and the university you choose to attend. Once completed you can then complete a Master’s in Nursing which takes 2 years at most universities. So at a minimum, you can expect to spend a total of 5 years in university to attain your Master’s in Nursing.
3. Entry requirements for a Master’s Degree in Nursing in Australia:
To gain entry into a Master’s in Nursing you will need to have a nursing degree or equivalent and you will need to already be a registered division one nurse in Australia.
Alternatively, if you have completed an undergraduate degree in a different field like a Bachelor of Health Science or Bachelor’s of Science or equivalent you can apply for a Master’s in Nursing (Graduate Entry). This degree will allow you to register as a registered nurse if you haven’t already qualified as a Division 1 nurse.
4. Is a Master’s Degree in Nursing Worth it?
That will depend on what kind of nursing career you would like to do. If you would like to be a registered nurse and work in a hospital, mental health ward or aged care facility then you won’t need a master’s degree. You can register as a division one nurse and work as a qualified nurse in Australia with a Bachelor’s Degree as a minimum requirement. However, your starting salary will be lower and your ability to specialize and choose what field you work in will be limited. You may also work longer and less flexible hours.
If you are looking to become a standard RN or Midwife then an undergraduate Nursing or Midwifery degree will be just fine. But, If you would like to further specialize and move into a managerial role then a Master’s Degree would be right for you.
Maria Khatun Mona is a Founder and Editor of Nursing Exercise Blog. She is a Nursing and Midwifery Expert. Currently she is working as a Registered Nurse at Evercare Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh. She has great passion in writing different articles on Nursing and Midwifery. Mail her at “[email protected]”

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Next time you’re in the neighborhood, stop by ComiX Revolution in Bergamo, Italy. Absolutely beautiful store sporting the colors of revolution, black and red.
Zach Lehner spent most of his childhood and early adulthood with his nose in his sketchbook and ink on his fingers. He attended the Savannah College of Art and Design to study comics, graduating in 2008 with a B.A. in Sequential Art and again with a Masters in 2010. His first graphic novel, Junior Braves of the Apocalypse, is illustrated by him and written by Michael Tanner and Greg Smith. He lives in northern Chicago, where he reads a lot of books.
It’s not too late to join up with Comix Revolution Evanston and the Evanston Public Library to read the finest literature that graphic novels offer.

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Saturday 30 October, 10.30am until 5.00pm, Lower level exhibition space
Graduates of the Young Journalists’ Academy (YJA) will be reporting and blogging on the festival. The YJA offers 16- to 18-year-old London state school pupils a route into the competitive media industry. Participants at the YJA summer school learn all the tricks of the trade from top journalists. Students train in everything from investigative journalism to celebrity reporting and photo editing. Read more about the programme at www.yja.org.uk and on Times Online.
The YJA team and recent alumni will be available in the Ideas Market at 3pm on Saturday to answer questions and tell you more about the programme.


► Testing the new 2019 Nissan Qashqai
► Mid-life facelift for #1 crossover
► New engines, better infotainment
Facing more crossover competition than ever before, the evergreen Nissan Qashqai has been given a timely boost with the addition of a new engine, gearbox and infotainment system for the 2019 model year.
Hold on, hasn’t the Nissan Qashqai just been facelifted only last year?
Yes, and no. In the summer of 2017 it was given a mid-life facelift but that was very much what it said on the tin. There were no engine or drivetrain revamps and the infotainment system was still below where it needed to be.
So the 2019 refresh is a more thorough update for the Qashqai?
It is. While the looks are the same, the important bits (i.e. under the bonnet) have now been addressed, with the end result being the graceful retirement of the 1.2- and 1.6-litre petrols, replaced by a new 1.3-litre DIG-T four-cylinder (that, whisper it, is shared with the Mercedes-Benz A-Class).
Available in two states of tune, 138bhp and 158bhp, it’s a smooth, tractable engine that’s easy to drive and more than capable of hauling the Qashqai along regardless of which output you go for.
Part of this is down to the increase in torque, especially in the lower powered version. Climbing from 140lb ft in the 1.2-litre to 177lb ft in the 1.3, the improvement in low-down (from 1600rpm) pulling power is marked and lends the Qashqai a more relaxed feel when gaining speed.
It also means you don’t have to explore the higher reaches of the rev range, where, again, the 138bhp version in particular does get a little coarse, with a notable drop off of power beyond 5000rpm.
We’d also question the claimed average fuel economy of up 53.2mpg on average, as we saw nothing like this on test – although admittedly the cars had only done a few hundred miles at the time.
Still, drive like a responsible citizen and the new 1.3-litre is a big improvement over the previous engines, not to mention the improved CO2 and longer service intervals (18,000 instead of a wallet-crippling 12,500 miles).
You can also spec a brand-new gearbox with the 158hp version, the seven-speed dual-clutch DCT taking influence from the unit fitted in the manufacturer’s GTR halo car no less, according to Nissan.
And while the Qashqai can’t quite keep up with its sister car for outright performance, we couldn’t help but notice the 158hp 1.3-litre Qashqai with the seven-speed DCT felt surprisingly nippy from the lights – far more so than its unremarkable 9.9-second 0-62mph time would suggest.
Thankfully, when you’re not embarrassing Golf GTIs from a standing start, it produces slick, timely gearchanges that add to the easy-going driving experience. The Qashqai remains a very easy mid-sized car to plug into family duties.
And the new infotainment system?
A traditional weak spot of the Qashqai, Nissan has swapped the existing unit for a brand-new system – and not a moment too soon.
Apple CarPlay (above) and Android Auto functionality has finally been added, as has over-the-air (OTA) software and map updates, 3D maps and real-time traffic information by TomTom, voice recognition and customisable menus.
It’s a welcome update, with the new features meaning the Qashqai is, on paper at least, not left behind by its rivals in the multimedia stakes. Being brutally honest, it’s still not got the polish of better resolved Volkswagen systems, but it’s a useful update over what’s come before.
Read on for our full review of the Nissan Qashqai range.
Nissan Qashqai review
The Nissan Qashqai is one of those icons of the British car industry. Forget Minis or premium JagRovers; the BBC News is more likely to feature the QashCow in bulletins when discussing how the nation's manufacturing base is doing.
And for good reason - the Qashqai is one of the runaway success stories of the past decade, and it was designed, engineered and built in the UK. After abandoning the mainstream hatchback sectors and euthanasing the unloved Almera and Primera, Nissan struck on a bold path with the Qashqai a decade ago.
The gamble paid off. The company has sold 2.3 million since. We're now firmly into the Mk2's lifecycle and it's time to give some mid-life facelift love.
Nissan Qashqai facelift: gentle evolution
The improvements for the 2019 model year add to the gentle all-round polish given in summer 2017 - with no dramatic restyling deemed necessary. Think of marginal gains in the world of international sport: a design buff-up here, a hint of new headlamps and safety kit there - plus a side portion of gentle tech improvements.
Nissan has certainly been careful not to throw out the baby with the bath water; this series of mid-life facelifts will scare precisely nobody. Handy when the QQ finds itself in fourth spot on the UK's bestsellers' chart in the first 11 months of 2018 with some 47,000 sold.
So 2018's recontoured light graphics front and rear, remoulded bumpers, the addition of rectangular (rather than round) foglamps, a shark-fin aerial and new chrome appliqué under the rear bumper are hardly startling stuff. But then they didn't need to be.
The interior changes wrought for 2018 had more wide-reaching (though still subtle) changes, with a greater focus on quality materials. Customers have been consistently asking for posher fit and finish - and Nissan has tried to do just that with the Qashqai upgrades over the years. Slightly more premium materials are used in key locations and there's an all-new, flat-bottomed three-spoke steering wheel, designed to be nicer to hold and twiddle, as well as giving 17% greater visibility of the dials. So Nissan claims.
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Check out also the new latticework-effect leather upholstery on the new top trim grade, Tekna+. Nissan keeps mucking around with its spec levels and Tekna+ is just the latest iteration of its range-topping trim, complete with fancy 19in alloy wheels, four-way pneumatic lumbar support and memory function linked to the driver for seat and mirrors.
It's one of the cars we're testing here, in admittedly toppy 1.6 dCi 130 diesel spec, 4WD with six-speed manual gearbox. You'll spot the Qashqai Tekna+ by its satin silver door mirror caps and huge rims. What with sister brand Renault fitting 20s to the Scenic, the race to giant alloy wheels shows no signs of abating... Just wait until tyre replacement time, is all we'll say. Eighteens can be fitted as a no-cost option and it's one we'd recommend.
Also new on the Tekna+ spec is a smashing eight-speaker Bose stereo, which has rich, clear sounds and straightforward touchscreen operation. It's just a shame that the Qashqai did without Apple CarPlay and Android Auto before the 2019 model year; you'll have to plug your phone in to listen to your own tunes on the go on pre-facelift models.
First-world problems and that...
Does it work? Does the new 2019 Nissan Qashqai feel more - whisper it - premium?
It does feel smarter than the plastic-fest of yore. In fairness, the Mk1 had pretty shockingly cheap plastics, while the Mk2 moved up a gear in 2014. These mid-life improvements improved things further, but you'll never mistake it for a smart Audi Q or Volvo XC.
Mind you, the Nissan Qashqai is nicely finished for a mass-market product and there's a decent squidge to most plastics you'll see and prod in the front. The NissanConnect touchscreen is a bit on the small side, but works simply and effectively, with revisions to the interface to make it feel more familiar to smartphone users (see below).
The new Qashqai is a practical proposition, too. Front-seat passengers will be very comfy in the new front seats (better foam padding, a longer squab and reprofiled side support) and there's plenty of space. Clamber into the back and room is a little bit more generous thanks to the contours of the front pews.
Just watch out for a little less headroom if you order the full-length panoramic glass roof. This bathes the cabin in a light, airy ambience - your kids will love the skyview above.
Can I get seven seats in a Nissan Qashqai?
Nope. The Qashqai +2 is dead, don't forget. You'll need to upgrade to the Nissan X-Trail for that pleasure. The QQ has just two rows of seats here, and the rear bench is fixed.
Boot space? The Qashqai is only average at 430 litres, trailing the likes of the Kia Sportageand Mazda CX-5 rivals. But the Qashqai retains its nifty false boot floor, which can be used to separate the loadbay into different zones - handy if you're trying to stop bags of shopping rolling around or want to segregate damp sports clothes, say. Flop the seats down, and bootspace swells to 1598 litres.
Enough practicality! What's it like to drive?
Forgive us the focus on the nitty-gritty of the package. It is, after all, the main reason people flock to the Qashqai. But those who do take the plunge won't be disappointed by the way it drives.
This is an annoyingly accomplished drive, well judged for its target buyer, who's probably swapped out of a family hatchback, or traded down from a larger SUV. It's fine around town, on the motorway or just schlepping along country lanes.
It's not about corner carving or outright performance, mind (ever seen a Qashqai Nismo on the road? Thought not...). The name of the game here is simple, relaxing family transport and all Nissan's endeavours with the 2019 facelift are channeled in this relaxing, calming direction.
Our tech editor casts his eye over the changes made to the new Nissan Qashqai
Quieter, smoother... yet no thrills whatsoever
Engineering changes are focused on the new drivetrains and infotainment, following on from 2017's acoustics and chassis upgrades. So there are lashings of extra sound deadening, clever under-floor aero flicks and thicker rear glass to quell wind noise, plus gently recalibrated springs, dampers and anti-roll bars to improve ride comfort and Nissan has done nothing to rework these settings.
As well as that new, flat-bottomed steering wheel, the lower shaft that attaches the pinion to the rack is marginally thicker, providing extra stiffness and purer responses. It's supposed to have a better self-centering feel, but it's still a pretty numb helm. Traction is strong in the 4WD model, but we'd be tempted to pick a FWD Qashqai and save the pennies.
There's little fun to be had hustling the diesel Qashqai fast (pick the 1.6 turbo petrol if you want to rev). Instead, slow down and enjoy the remarkably supple new ride - even with the Tekna+ standard-fit 19s, it smothers bumps and road acne remarkably well. And, yes, it is a quieter, more refined place now with remarkably little wind rustle. Job done.
Read the full, detailed Nissan Qashqai review by our sister website Parkers
Nissan knows its target buyer extremely well and has created just the car that the great British public will lap up. Could the new 2019 Qashqai be a touch more exciting, to look at and drive? For sure. Is it a measured step forward to provide more polish and the same old practicality and crossover vibe that buyers crave - at democratic prices? You bet.
Prices start at £19,295. Pick of the range? It's hard to argue with the 99g/km CO2 of the 1.5 dCi in more modest N-Connecta trim, the likely best seller at £25,555. It's mission accomplished with the Mk2.5 Nissan Qashqai. Britain expects...
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I missed this post when it came out on the 6th as we were on holiday, but it’s more solid argument from David refuting the ‘self-pub is dying/non-viable/killing writing’ noise that keeps popping up.
I’ve been reading a lot about the pros and cons of self-pub versus traditional (legacy) publishing in the last couple of days. I finished David Gaughran‘s excellent Let’s Get Digital, then ploughed through a couple of hundred articles, trying to find a balance.
And it’s looking like self-publishing might well be the winner for me, folks. But why?
I just downloaded Let’s Get Digital by David Gaughran. This week David has made it available for free on both Amazon UK and US, so there’s no excuse not to pick it up. You can also get the PDF version for free on David’s marvellous site here (and in my blogroll on the right).
I’ve just finished reading the first part of the book, which deals with why authors should self-publish. David makes a very compelling case for doing so, and I’m surprised to say that I’ve quickly gone from planning to go the agent-legacy publisher route once my novel is ready to pitch, with self-publishing as a backup if that didn’t work out, to being (almost) completely decided that self-pub is the best primary option.


Trifonic is brothers Brian and Laurence Trifon. On their 2008 debut album "Emergence," Brian and Laurence blend manipulated ambient sounds and unique synths with live guitars, strings and other instruments to create a cinematic, emotional musical experience. Drawing inspiration from downtempo electronica, IDM, post rock and classical music, Trifonic crafts a richly layered sound distinctly its own. From epic instrumentals to seductive vocal collaborations, "Emergence" is as uplifting as it is melancholy. Inviting, warm and intricate, Trifonic's music is sure to move you with each repeated listen.
Trifonic is based in San Francisco, CA.
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‘Catch of the Day’ – Bebe Rexha ft Florida Georgia Line – “Meant To Be” [VIDEO]
Today we feature the unlikely pairing of a pop princess who has made her name in unlikely pairings, and one of country's top duos. An artist who got her break writing #1 singles for artists like Eminem, Selena and Nick Jonas.
Bleta 'Bebe' Rexha was born in Brooklyn, NY, and was raised on Staten Island, the daughter of Albanian and Yugoslavian immigrants. Her given name, in Albanian, translates to 'bee', so the nickname 'Bebe' was a natural, and one that she was given at an early age. By grade school, Rexha began to show a musical inclination, learning first to play trumpet, then teaching herself to play guitar and piano while still in elementary school. By the time she was a teenager, Rexha had joined the high school choir and began performing in school musicals.
Rexha began song writing while still in high school. As a junior she submitted one of her songs to the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences annual 'Grammy Day' event. Competing with over 700 other entrants, Bebe was named the 'Best Teen Songwriter', which resulted in her being signed by an agent, who recommended Rexha to enroll in songwriting classes.
After graduating from Tottenville High School in 2007, Rexha did enroll in classes, but a chance meeting with Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz led to Rexha joining his side project Black Cards as lead vocalist in 2010. The group released a pair of singles and played many live shows. Rexha left the group in 2012, signing with Warner Brothers as a solo artist in 2013. She would write several top-10 hits for other artists, including the 2013 smash "The Monster", recorded by Eminem and Rhianna, which spent 3 weeks on top of the Billboard Hot100 chart. She would release her debut single, "I Can't Stop Drinking About You" in March of 2014 and has released three EP, the latest All Your Fault Pt. 2 in August.
We have the country debut for Rexha, the second single from the EP in our
spotlight today. Brought to you by All American Super Car Wash of Lawton, Bebe Rexha with Florida Georgia Line and "Meant To Be" is today's Catch of the Day, new music you haven't heard, but you're gonna want to hear it again.
Text today’s key word to 580 353-1013, you’ll be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card from All American Super Car Wash of Lawton, presenting the Catch of the Day on Oklahoma’s Best Country KLAW101.
Today’s Key Word: “MEANT”


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By Robert Marus
Associated Baptist Press
January 31, 2006
WASHINGTON (ABP) -- Baptist leaders mourned the passing of a life -- and an era -- Jan. 31 in honoring the legacy of Coretta Scott King.
Family members told media organizations Jan. 31 that King, the widow of slain civil-rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., died in her sleep the night before. She was 78. According to the Associated Press, she was being treated at a holistic health-care clinic in Rosarita Beach, Mexico, near San Diego. She had reportedly been in poor health since suffering a heart attack and stroke last August.
"A great light has gone out," said Gary Percesepe, director of the Baptist Peace Fellowship of North America, in a statement sent to supporters of the anti-violence group. "Come children, gather up all the candles of our lives, and let us together light the world for freedom, for justice, for peace."
King was thrust into the spotlight of the burgeoning civil-rights movement along with her husband, who led the Montgomery, Ala., bus boycott of 1955-56. At the time, Martin King was the young pastor of Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery. He later became pastor of his home congregation, Atlanta's historic Ebenezer Baptist Church.
Like King, many African-American Baptist ministers and churches were at the forefront of the civil-rights movement. After King's assassination in 1968, Coretta King worked to carry on his legacy through the establishment of the King Center for Non-Violent Social Change in Atlanta.
"Our Baptist sister, Coretta Scott King, showed us how to launch a prophetic critique of the 'principalities and powers' of this world," said Brent Walker, executive director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty. "She and Martin Luther King Jr. both taught by their lives and witness that church-state separation does not divorce religious ethics from public life."
“The nation as a whole -- red, yellow, black and white -- owes an incalculable debt of gratitude to Mrs. Coretta Scott King and her husband, Dr. King,” said Richard Land, president of the Southern Baptist Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. "Their collective courage, bravery and Christian dignity helped to guide America through one of the more difficult and heartbreaking periods of our history. Together, Dr. and Mrs. King did more for racial reconciliation in this nation than any couple in our history."
In a White House statement, President Bush said: "Mrs. King was a remarkable and courageous woman, and a great civil-rights leader. She carried on the legacy of her husband … including through her extraordinary work at the King Center. Mrs. King's lasting contributions to freedom and equality have made America a better and more compassionate nation."
Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.), himself a leader in the civil-rights movement, noted that Coretta King "embraced her place as a preacher's wife but soon found herself in a much broader role. Her husband's rise as the face and voice of the civil-rights movement of the 1960s was due in no small part to the advice and counsel of his dear wife."
Coretta Scott was born April 27, 1927, in rural Heiberger, Ala., to a family that was hardworking but with more resources than many other blacks in the segregated South of the time. She attended a private school run by missionaries in nearby Marion, and followed her older sister, Edythe, to Antioch College in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Her sister had been the first African-American to enroll at the school, long known for its liberal social activism.
She graduated with a degree in music and education, and went on to further study at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. There she met King, who was in divinity school nearby.
The two married and had four children. Recent infighting among King's heirs over the direction and management of the King Center garnered some negative publicity for Coretta King, but little of that was evident in the eulogies for her.
Roy Medley, general secretary of the American Baptist Churches, said his organization celebrated her legacy. "Over the decades, American Baptists have been especially moved by Mrs. King and her husband through their participation in ministries endorsed by this denomination," he said, according to American Baptist News Service. "She was a compassionate voice for the voiceless, who responded powerfully to Jesus' call to peacemaking."
Aidsand Wright-Riggins III, executive director of ABC's National Ministries and an African-American, said King and her family "sacrificed personal self interest and professional advancement for the larger social good. When I reflect upon her life and service to her family, to America and to the larger world community, I am convinced that the 20th and 21st centuries were blessed by one of our faith's greatest saints."
Coretta Scott King is survived by her children, Yolanda King, Martin Luther King III, Dexter King and Bernice King; and by two siblings: her sister, Edythe Scott Bagley of Cheney, Pa., and her brother, Obie Leonard Scott of Greensboro, Ala. Funeral arrangements were not available by press time for this story.

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Research Nester published a report titled “Network Consulting Services Market: Global Demand Analysis & Opportunity Outlook 2031” which delivers detailed overview of the global network consulting services market in terms of market segmentation by service type, enterprise, industry and by region.
Further, for the in-depth analysis, the report encompasses the industry growth indicators, restraints, supply and demand risk, along with detailed discussion on current and future market trends that are associated with the growth of the market.
The global network consulting services market is anticipated to grow with a CAGR of ~7% during the forecast period, i.e., 2022-2031. The market is segmented by enterprise into large enterprises and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Out of these segments, the large enterprise segment is anticipated to garner the largest market share over the forecast period, owing to the increasing digital transformation of businesses. In addition, increasing adoption of cloud-based services among business companies is also expected to boost the growth of the segment in the coming years.
Global Network Consulting Services Market Regional Synopsis
The global network consulting services market is estimated to garner a moderate revenue by the end of 2031, backed by the increasing volume of data worldwide. Various types of services provided by network consulting services, including network designing and planning, network testing and network security are also projected to boost sales of these tools in the coming years. Moreover, upsurge in the ICT spending on new technologies as well as increasing penetration of internet is also projected to propel the growth of the market during the forecast period.
Geographically, the global network consulting services market is segmented into five major regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region. Out of these, the market in North America is estimated to garner the largest market share over the forecast period, owing to the large number secured servers in the region. Apart from this, the market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to register significant growth in the coming years.
The research is global in nature and covers detailed analysis on the market in North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (U.K., Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Belgium, Netherlands & Luxembourg, NORDIC [Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark], Poland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC [Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman], North Africa, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa). In addition, analysis comprising market size, Y-O-Y growth & opportunity analysis, market players’ competitive study, investment opportunities, demand for future outlook etc. has also been covered and displayed in the research report.
Increasing Adoption of Market Automation Technology to Drive the Market Growth
It was found that, approximately 50% companies have adopted market automation technology in 2022.
The adoption of market automation technology is expected to accelerate the market growth in the coming years, as marketing automation technology helps in handling the growing complexities of applications and data, which further improves application performance across diverse industries. Moreover, the increasing technological advancements as well as the increasing growth in the number of IoT connected devices are also expected to drive the growth of the global network consulting services market during the forecast period.
However, rising cases of data breaches along with changing regulatory framework are expected to operate as key restraints to the growth of global network consulting services market over the forecast period.
This report also provides the existing competitive scenario of some of the key players of the of global network consulting services market which includes company profiling of Cisco Systems, Inc., Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd., IBM Corporation, Fujitsu Limited, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company, Capgemini Services SAS, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, Dell Technologies, Inc., Unisys Corporation, Oracle Corporation, and others. The profiling enfolds key information of the companies which encompasses business overview, products and services, key financials and recent news and developments. On the whole, the report depicts detailed overview of the of global network consulting services market that will help industry consultants, equipment manufacturers, existing players searching for expansion opportunities, new players searching possibilities and other stakeholders to align their market centric strategies according to the ongoing and expected trends in the future.

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One of the questions we are frequently asked from a foreign company establishing a branch or corporate subsidiary in Korea is the level of social insurance contribution which such branch or subsidiary is require to make. So, we briefly introduce below the social insurance systems of Korea.
Korea has four social insurance components, which are (i) national pension under the National Pension Act, (ii) industrial accident compensation insurance under the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance Act, (iii) employment insurance under the Employment Insurance Act, and (iv) national medical insurance under the Medical Insurance Act.
Out of the above social insurance components, a foreign company’s branch or subsidiary (“Korean branch/subsidiary”) in Korea would be required to pay entire amount of the payment for the industrial accident compensation insurance. As for the payments for national pension, employment insurance, and medical insurance, Korean branch/subsidiary and employees would each be required to pay a portion of the relevant payments for the said social insurances.
More specifically, we note as follows.
(a) National Pension
Korean branch/subsidiary and its employees each are required to make contributions for national pension payment that are equivalent to [4.5%] of the “standard monthly remuneration amount.” Here, the standard monthly remuneration amount refers to an amount that is established pursuant to a Table for the Standard Monthly Remuneration Amount By Grade (the “National Pension Table”) that is found in Addenda to the Enforcement Decree of the National Pension Act of Korea. The National Pension Table allocates a certain grade based on an income bracket group and sets a standard remuneration amount for employees falling within that grade.
(b) Industry Accident Compensation Insurance
Under Korean law, Korean branch/subsidiary would be required to pay approximately [4.45%] of total payroll of the branch/subsidiary for industrial accident compensation insurance, which would be divided into 4 quarterly payments.
(c) Employment Insurance
Employment insurance system has several sub-components within the system, such as the employment stabilization program, the job skills development program and unemployment benefits, etc., and the calculation of the employment insurance payment is rather complex, taking into account of insurance fee rate applicable to each component.
(d) National Medical Insurance
An employer and an employee are each required to make equal contributions for medical insurance payment corresponding to one-half of [3.4%] of the “standard monthly remuneration amount”. Here, the standard monthly remuneration amount refers to an amount that is established pursuant to a Table for the Standard Monthly Remuneration Amount By Grade (the “Medical Insurance Table”) that is found in Addenda to the Enforcement Decree of the Medical Insurance Act of Korea. The Medical Insurance Table allocates a certain grade based on an income bracket group and sets a standard remuneration amount for employees falling within that grade.


Features of the AMC Marlin
The new AMC Marlin was officially announced on February 10, 1965, and unveiled in dealer showrooms on March 1. There was an assortment of deluxe features offered on the AMC Marlin.
It stood 1 1/2 inches higher than the Tarpon, stretched 15 inches longer (to 195), and borrowed its 112-inch wheelbase from the Classic. And although basically a Classic with a fastback roof, the Marlin was marketed as a separate model and sported its own rear fenders, taillights, grille (basically a Classic grille with the vertical bars removed), and hood ornament.
With seating for six, the Marlin offered many deluxe features, among them standard power disc brakes, individual reclining seats, and AMC's 232-cubic inch, 145-horsepower six. For those who desired performance to match the intended sporty image, two V-8s were available: a 287-cubic inch unit rated at 198 horsepower, or a 327-cubic inch engine that cranked out 270 horsepower.
A heavy duty suspension and Twin-Grip differential were also on the options list. In basic form, the Marlin listed at $3,100, only slightly more than the Classic 770 hardtop, which went for $3,063 in six-passenger form and $3,089 for the 770H with bucket seats.
In the press release announcing the Marlin, Coupe was quoted as saying "the new car is designed for those who want a sporty fastback combined with roominess and comfort." That seemed almost an apology since surveys had shown that sports car lovers did not necessarily seek roominess and comfort as much as they demanded sleek looks and high performance.
Bob Nixon, now chief of Jeep design for Chrysler, worked on the Marlin, along with Vincent Geraci, Fred Hudson, Neil Brown, Don Stumpf, and Jim Pappas -- all under Teague's watchful eye, of course. Nixon was quoted saying that their assignment to create a sporty fastback on the Classic platform "was like trying to build a Corvette on a Buick sedan body. It just doesn't work." He dismissed the Marlin project as an "ugly embarrassment."
Geraci, now chief of product design and product identity for Chrysler, was a little kinder. "It was an exciting program," he said. "We took a 1965 body design and turned it into a sportier version. But enlarging the car from its original concept [the Tarpon] and raising the roof produced an adverse effect on overall appearance." He indicated that one of his major tasks, hard to stomach, was to provide sedan-type seating in what was supposed to be a sports-type car.
Continue on to the next page to learn about the mixed press reaction to the AMC Marlin.


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Room Temperature Stable Solder Paste - the Continuing Success Story
One year ago we introduced the groundbreaking room temperature stable solder paste LOCTITE GC 10, what's happened in the previous year, and where we are headed now. This presentation will highlight how we have successfully introduced this room temperature stable chemistry to customers and the benefits achieved in the real-life process window improvements we've been able to give to them. We will also look at the new and exciting developments we are working on now, and how we are focused on making the future even easier via the launch of next-generation products which complement and enhance our range of room temperature stable products.
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Low Temperature and Dual (UV) Cure Adhesives for Temperature Sensitive Electronic Applications
With the trend towards sensing functionalities, the number of semiconductor-based sensors is growing fast. Such sensors often contain temperature sensitive substrates and components (like MEMS), which limit the processing of thermally-cured adhesives and encapsulants to maximum 80°C. Next to this, more accurate sensing also requires low stress and low warpage adhesives for constant and stable functionality over operating temperature range. This webinar presents new materials for MEMS, CMOS image and fingerprint sensor type assemblies fulfilling such requirements.


HS2 has won a court case which threatened to seriously alter their plans to dig train tunnels to Euston station.
The current plans are for three large tunnels to run from Euston station to link it with the HS2 line, but a local resident near the station, who it was noted also opposes HS2 in principle, Ms Hero Granger-Taylor had sued HS2 claiming that the design was fatally flawed.
Her argument was that the tops of one of the three tunnels would come too close to the bottom of the foundations of the retaining wall that lines the existing mainline railway cutting on the approach to Euston station.
The concern being that if the retaining wall were to collapse, not only would the landslip block the mainline railway, the collapse would likely cause considerable damage to the houses that line the road next to it – including her own.
Her claim was that the design of the tunnel approaches to Euston station was “inherently dangerous”, and as such it breached her human rights “to family and private life and quiet enjoyment of property”.
Although initial hearings allowed the case to proceed, the case was dismissed today following written submissions from both sides.”
Although the gap between the top of the tunnel and the bottom of the retaining wall seems small – at 1.5 metres, it’s well within tunnelling tolerances. Also, as with all tunnel projects, a lot of monitoring equipment is used to check for subsidence, and if necessary, apply compensation grouting or similar to offset the soil loss below. The shallowness of the gap does make that harder but is still achievable.
The main flaw in her argument as written up in the judgement was that at the moment, HS2 is still developing the plans for how it will dig the tunnels, and hence the plans are unsafe, whereas HS2’s counter-argument was that plans cant be deemed unsafe if the plans don’t exist yet.
The case, therefore, turned on whether the final designs were likely to be not just dangerous, but also that HS2 would proceed anyway knowing the risks.
In his ruling, the judge wrote that “I cannot conclude on all the evidence that the three tunnels design is so inherently flawed in the vicinity of the retaining wall that no engineering solution could be found to construct it safely”
He also noted that it seemed impossible to accept that HS2 would be “so reckless and so wilful that it is dogmatically persevering with a concept that it does not believe can be delivered safely.”
Although HS2 is pushing on with the design for the three tunnels approach to Euston station it is noted that if they are unable to design a viable method of constructing it, they are likely to seek an alternative design.
He concluded that the tunnelling project “strikes a fair balance between her private interests and the wider public interest in implementing an important infrastructure project”.


LAS VEGAS, and IRVINE, Calf., Jan. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- CES -- VIZIO, America's #1 LCD HDTV Company, announced a variety of VIZIO branded accessory components to enhance the performance and installation of their HDTV and HD audio components. First is a wireless HDMI adapter with 4-port switch that delivers HD quality video and audio from source devices like Blu-ray players and set-top boxes to any HDTV without using an HDMI cable. Next, VIZIO is introducing a new lineup of ultra-slim wall mounts that can be used to mount HDTVs from 19" to 65" in size or up to 130 lbs., with swivel and tilt options. To ensure maximum performance from high performance and 3D HDTVs, VIZIO is also introducing a new line of premium HDMI cables as well as an environmentally friendly cleaning foam that helps keep HDTV screens and other electronic components free of dust and scratches. Finally, VIZIO is pleased to announce two new universal remote controls including one with a 3.5" LCD touchscreen with automatic backlight control.
"We have found that consumers prefer to purchase accessory components like mounting brackets and cables from the same brand as their HDTV," says Laynie Newsome, VIZIO Co-Founder and VP Sales and Marketing Communications. "Consumers have more confidence in same-branded accessories, and our new accessory lineup enables our customers to easily choose VIZIO accessories, especially when they are making the purchase of their VIZIO HDTV."
XWH100 Wireless HDMI Adapter with 4-Port Switch
VIZIO's new XWH100 Wireless HDMI Adapter with 4-Port Switch makes setting up and installing today's thin HDTVs easier than ever before. Using SiBEAM's robust 60 GHz solution based on the latest WirelessHD standard technology, the VIZIO Wireless HDMI Adapter allows HDTV owners added freedom to place or mount their flat panel TV in locations that may not be easy or close enough to connect with an HDMI cable to source components like the set-top box or Blu-ray player. The innovative switch wirelessly delivers HD quality video and audio to any HDTV from source devices at a distance of up to 30 feet non-line of sight. The four-port switch supports up to four source components connected using standard HDMI cables and can send A/V content at rates of up to 20 times faster than other standards-based wireless technologies that transmit just up to 4Gbps over the air. MSRP is $249, available this summer.
"SiBEAM welcomes VIZIO to the growing list of top CE innovators using our 60GHz WirelessHD chipsets in wireless high definition home A/V entertainment devices," said John LeMoncheck, President and CEO of SiBEAM. "VIZIO's strong presence in the North American market, its broad portfolio of cutting edge CE products and its commitment to unequalled value to consumers will set-up 2010 as the year that wireless high definition home entertainment goes mainstream."
Ultra-Slim Wall Mounts
VIZIO's wide variety of mounts share solid and secure construction with smart features that ensure viewers of the ultimate HDTV viewing experience. These mounts let users choose from flush, tilt, or full motion options, allowing placement of their HDTVs in convenient locations while allowing adjustment to achieve the desired viewing angle.
Two full motion brackets with articulating arms accommodate sets from 19" to 65" in size and up to 130 lbs., and include integrated bubble levels for ease of installation, plus cable management systems that conceal unsightly wires. Two ultra-slim tilt brackets have very shallow depths (1.5" and 2"), with bubble level and stabilization technology that eliminates locking knobs. VIZIO's flush mount bracket is only 1" thin, with a special tilt feature that allows up to 6 degrees of fixed tilt. The VMT40-55M motorized tilt mount can elevate the display for viewing and lower it back to its home position when the TV is turned off. Tilt amounts can also be adjusted to reduce glare from lights or windows. All models include $10,000 of component insurance.
Wall Mount Supported Model TV Sizes Capacity Swivel Tilt ---------- --------- -------- ------ ---- XMFA1200 Full articulating 20 degrees down Slim Mount 40" - 65" 120 lbs. Full 90 degrees 3 degrees up XMFA500 Full articulating Ultra Slim 15 degrees down Mount 19" - 37" 50 lbs. Full 90 degrees 15 degrees up XMT1200 Ultra Slim Tilt 37" - 60" 120 lbs. NA 20 degrees XMT500 Ultra 15 degrees down Slim Tilt 19" - 37" 50 lbs. NA 15 degrees up VMT40-55M Motorized Tilt Mount 40" - 55" 105 lbs. NA 13 degrees down XMF1300 Flush 6 degrees Mount 26" - 55" 130 lbs. NA fixed down Wall Wall Mount Clearance In Model or Depth Notes Store MSRP ---------- --------- ----- ----- ---- XMFA1200 Full Telescoping articulating 2.75" Wall arm extends TV Slim Mount to TV 6" to 23" March $199.99 XMFA500 Full Telescoping articulating arm allows full Ultra Slim extension of TV Mount 2.5" deep from wall March $119.99 XMT1200 Ultra Integrated Slim Tilt 2" deep bubble level March TBA XMT500 Ultra Stabilization Slim Tilt 1.5" deep technology March $98.99 eliminates locking knobs VMT40-55M Motorized. Motorized SPDIF cable Tilt Mount 3.6" deep included Now $199.99 XMF1300 Flush 1" from Slimmest Mount wall mount design March TBA
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Increase in video bandwidth for 3D TV and the new 4k x 2k ultra-HD resolution requires HDMI cables to be manufactured using heavy copper gauges. This makes the typical HDMI cable inflexible and difficult to install.
VIZIO's XCH5 Series Ultra-Thin HDMI Cables incorporate RedMere's EyeWire active cable technology, which allows for a cable design that is thinner, more flexible, and more environmentally friendly, all while meeting the latest in HDMI 1.4 standards.
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Available in 6 foot, 8 foot and 12-foot lengths with standard HDMI connectors (A to A), XCH5 cables will also be available with HDMI A to C connectors for HD/Prosumer cameras, in 6 and 12 foot lengths. Future products will have HDMI A to D connectors for use with mobile devices.
The XCH3 Series Ultra High-Speed Flat HDMI Cables deliver premium A/V performance, ensuring optimum picture quality with high-performance HDTVs and 3D HDTVs. Capable of up handling signals of up to 10.2 Gbps, these cables can support resolutions higher than 1080p. Their flat profile makes for great installation flexibility, and the cables come in 6 foot, 8 foot and 12 foot lengths in either black or white.
Also new, with exceptional value pricing, the XCH1 Series provides high quality video and audio for HDTVs, DVD players, game consoles and other A/V components. These round HDMI cables come in 6 foot, 8 foot and 12 foot lengths, in black only.
ECO Electronic Cleaning Foam
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Frequently Asked Questions about Thon Hotel Kirkenes
Which popular attractions are close to Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Nearby attractions include Soviet Liberation Monument (0.2 km), Kirkenes Church (0.1 km), and Andersgrotta WWII Bomb Shelter (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Conveniently located restaurants include Thon Hotel Kirkenes Restaurant, Surf & Turf Restaurant AS, and Scandic Kirkenes Restaurant.
Does Thon Hotel Kirkenes have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Thon Hotel Kirkenes offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Thon Hotel Kirkenes located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 1.0 km away from the centre of Kirkenes.
Are any cleaning services offered at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Thon Hotel Kirkenes offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Thon Hotel Kirkenes?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Italian, and Norwegian.

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Surveyor testifies against former MP in Sh43m case
A quantity surveyor yesterday testified in an Sh43 million graft case against former Kasarani MP Elizabeth Ongoro (right), her husband Ferdinand Masha, and other co-accused.
Surveyor Daniel Odhiambo Obonyo told Senior Principal Magistrate Peter Ooko of the Anti-Corruption Court that he made a report on stalled projects in Kasarani between September and October 2008.
“I was given a list of 14 stalled projects in different wards by the CDF manager, one Murethe, who wanted me to make a report on them”, he said. Ooko added that he visited most of the projects in Mathare Area 4, GSU and Mwiki wards. The projects included school classrooms, bridges and toilets.
Apart from the former MP and her husband, the other accused are James Dola, Silvan Onyango, Pamela Achola, William Ogutu (Nyangina Enterprises), Maurice Odhiambo (Komala Constructions), Jecinta Opondi and Accurate Construction and Engineering Works.
They are accused of embezzling public funds between May 2008 and December 2012 amounting to Sh43 million from the CDF, meant for construction of Kasarani Girls High School. Earlier, the magistrate allowed the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Noordin Haji, to adduce new evidence and seven more witnesses. He was also allowed to amend the charge sheet.
The leeway was given after the investigating officer told the prosecution that new documents — “crucial, relevant and substantial” — were now in their custody. They include letters to the Ministry of Education, the Auditor General and to the Chief Land Registrar dated January 2018.
There are also letters to the Registrar of Companies, Mathare North Senior Chief, sub-county director of Education, and CEO of National CDF Board dated August 2019.
In 2020, Ongoro opposed the DPP’s bid to drop Kenya’s Ambassador to Malaysia, Ruth Kanini Kittony, from the case. Kittony was employed by the CDF Board before her appointment as a diplomat.
The DPP after evaluating the evidence saw it fit to have her as a witness and not the accused. No further details were provided.
They sought to have the DPP explain the reason informing its decision to withdraw the charges facing the diplomat, Ruth Kanini Kittony.

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ASHBURN, Va. -- Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III has taken shots all season -- on the field and off. He understands it's part of the business. What he doesn't like is when those shots involve his family.
That's why he strongly defended his father being in the locker room after the Redskins' 27-6 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night. Robert Griffin II sat at Griffin's locker after the game as the two talked for a while. He also was there after Griffin spoke to the media. The Redskins said on Monday that his dad was there because he thought his son had been hurt in the game.
"He showed up, I was shocked that he was there, but he meant no harm," Griffin said. "Anybody out there that's going after my dad needs to back up. That is my father. I will protect my family and he served 21 years in the military. I know that's not an excuse for anything that he does, but he's not overstepping his bounds. So I hope that people will respect that and back off.
"He asked me if I was OK and I said, 'Yeah, I'm all right.' And me and him just talked and that's it."
It's rare that players' parents ever venture into the locker room, unless the player is hurt. Occasionally a players' son will be in the locker room, as was the case Monday as well. Griffin said his mother was upset after the game because she thought he had suffered an injury.
"I don't know what all has been said, I just know it hasn't all been positive," Griffin said. "He wanted to do his fatherly duties and step in there to see if I was OK." Griffin said he was kicked in his private parts.
"No mom wants to see their kid out there getting hit at all," Griffin said. "So like I said, it was just him being a father, my mom being a mother and there's no problem in that."


The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade says it will begin discussions with staff in February over proposed changes under which about 200 jobs are expected to be cut.
MFAT says the proposals are being developed and final decisions will be made by the end of March.
The ministry says it plans to improve its efficiency by forming a smaller ministry with about 200 fewer roles. It will also introduce a new business model, simpler systems and improved technology.
The Public Service Association says it is not surprised as the ministry has had a large funding cut.
National secretary Brenda Pilott says the Government signalled last year that some 200 jobs would be cut from MFAT and about 100 had gone by September.
Ms Pilott says the PSA was promised no front-line jobs would be lost, but it is no longer convinced this is the case.
Manufacturers and Exporters Association chief executive John Walley says he trusts the job losses will be backfilled by better technology and simpler systems.
Federated Farmers says while it understands the need for cost-cutting in the current economic climate, it's vital the ministry's not unduly affected.


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If you're looking for a chance to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on a musical note, plan to attend the Switchback concert March 16 at Munster's Theatre at the Center.
Brian FitzGerald and Martin McCormack are ushering in an early St. Patrick's Day celebration this weekend.
The Irish duo Switchback performs one concert March 14 at Theatre at the Center in Munster.
Marty McCormack, left, and Brian FitzGerald are the Irish duo Switchback, performing March 14 at Theatre at the Center in Munster.
When asked how to describe their show, entertainer Marty McCormack, one half of the performing duo Switchback, says the Irish term "hooley" best sums up the fun.
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It has been proven that the benign type of perianal mass (adenoma) occurs most commonly in older male dogs that have not been castrated (neutered). Thus benign perirectal adenomas seem to develop because of long-term exposure to the male hormone testosterone.
How long do dogs live with perianal adenoma?
By contrast, perianal adenocarcinoma is considered an aggressive tumor type and carries a fair prognosis. Though local recurrence is common after treatment, 70% live more than two years after being diagnosed, if treated.
How is a perianal adenoma treated?
For perianal adenocarcinomas, the treatment of choice is complete surgical excision of the tumor (sometimes with removal of the nearby lymph nodes) and neutering. Radiation or chemotherapy is recommended for these types of tumors. With successful therapy, the high blood calcium level will return to normal.
Can a dog die from perianal adenoma?
In most cases of malignant tumors, the dog dies from the tumor and its side effects or is euthanized because of recurrence of the dis- ease. Surgery, chemotherapy, and palliative therapy may extend the dog’s life and provide better quality of life, but most dogs die within 1 year after diagnosis of a malignant tumor.
Is perianal adenoma in dogs painful?
Perianal adenomas appear as slow-growing, non-painful masses around the anus. They usually emerge in the hairless area of the perineum, but technically, they can appear in the prepuce, scrotum, and under the tail. They’re typically superficial and are only rarely adhered to deeper tissues.
How long will my dog live with adenocarcinoma?
The overall prognosis depends on the tumor type, grade, and location. For instance, dogs with gastric tumors have an average prognosis of 6 months following surgery. Dogs with small intestinal tumors have an average prognosis of 10 months following surgery.
How do I know if my dog’s tumor is cancerous?
Symptoms And Signs Of Cancer In Dogs
- Lumps and bumps underneath a dog’s skin.
- Abnormal odors emanating from the mouth, ears, or any other part of the body.
- Abnormal discharge from the eyes, mouth, ears, or rectum.
- Abdominal swelling.
- Non-healing wounds or sores.
- Sudden and irreversible weight loss.
- Change in appetite.
Can dogs live with perianal adenoma?
In most cases of malignant tumors, the dog dies from the tumor and its side effects or is euthanized because of recurrence of the disease. Surgery, chemotherapy, and palliative therapy may extend the dog’s life and provide better quality of life, but most dogs die within 1 year after diagnosis of a malignant tumor.
What is a adenoma?
Listen to pronunciation. (A-deh-NOH-muh) A tumor that is not cancer. It starts in gland-like cells of the epithelial tissue (thin layer of tissue that covers organs, glands, and other structures within the body).


After an election campaign dominated by the topics of dwindling purchasing power and surging energy prices, it is now time for an economic reality check in France. The first 100 days of Macron’s second term need to establish a roadmap to tackle three issues in urgent need of reforms.
- France’s deteriorated fiscal position and mounting public debt. As the ECB sets the stage for tighter monetary policy, we estimate that 100bp increase in the key interest rate would raise France’s debt-service cost by more than EUR30bn over 10 years (1.5% of GDP). In this context, pension reform needs to be quickly put back on the table: We estimate that increasing the retirement age by two years could reduce public pension spending by almost 2% of GDP per year, equivalent to around EUR40bn, which could be harnessed to spur sustainable growth and accelerate the green transition.
- Record-high corporate debt alongside above-trend household savings. We estimate that non-financial corporates’ margins need to increase by +1.5pp on average in order to absorb the remaining +8.7pp increase in the corporate debt-GDP ratio since the outbreak of Covid-19. However, margins are likely to fall by -2.3pp by mid-2023. At the same time, French households hold close to EUR250bn in excess cash compared to pre-Covid times, which should be increasingly directed towards long-term investments (decarbonization, digitalization, corporates’ productive investments) rather than the housing market.
- Increased external imbalances amid a widening trade deficit and growing reliance on financing from the rest of the world. France clearly underperforms its Eurozone peers when it comes to export performance and is highly exposed to supply-chain disruptions and shortages. The war in Ukraine has highlighted the urgency of achieving energy independence and speeding up the development of non-fossil energy sources, as well as re-thinking sectorial specialization. France’s energy deficit could reach EUR75bn in 2022, or 2.9% of GDP (vs. 1.9% of GDP in 2019). In this context, it needs a clear roadmap to revise its industrial policy and upsize its manufacturing capacity via increased reliance on digital technologies, automated manufacturing and machining processes and clean energy sources.
Pension reform could put France’s public debt trajectory back on track.
Public debt has been rising in France over the past decades, placing the country in a semi-core position within the Eurozone. In contrast to the core economies (e.g. Germany, Austria, the Netherlands), France’s public debt grew between 2012 and 2019, as it did in Italy and Spain.
This was followed by a “whatever it costs” approach in response to the Covid-19 crisis, which generated EUR325bn of additional debt. The direct debt induced by the Covid-19 crisis is estimated at EUR165bn while the indirect debt (i.e. tax revenues foregone) reached around EUR160bn. Consequently, French public debt increased by +18.7pp of GDP between 2019 and 2021 to reach 113% of GDP (versus 96% in the Eurozone overall). France’s debt-to-GDP ratio is currently the fifth-highest in the EU, 43pp above that of Germany. In 2022, we expect public debt to hover around 113.5% of GDP without a significant reduction in the context of the presidential elections and sustained costly public support measures (above EUR20bn) to curb energy prices.
The large and recurrent primary deficit could also increase debt-sustainability issues. France’s budget deficit as a percentage of GDP has been on an increasing trend since the outbreak of Covid-19, worsening from crisis to crisis and never returning to its initial level. On average, France’s fiscal policy has been more expansionary than that of its Eurozone peers during and after the pandemic. Since the last Eurozone crisis and prior to 2020, France registered a primary deficit of -1.7% against +0.2% for the Eurozone. And France didn’t manage to post a primary surplus since 2001 compared to 11 years over the same period for the Eurozone. As a side effect of the continued “whatever it costs” response, the budget deficit widened dramatically to -8.9% of GDP in 2020 and -6.5% in 2021, after 3.1% of GDP in 2019.
At the same time, after a few exceptional years due to the Covid-19 crisis and the war in Ukraine, the EU’s fiscal rules will start to bite again in 2023. The French Court of Auditors finds that bringing the budget deficit in line with the current Maastricht criteria (i.e. below 3% of GDP) by 2027 would require EUR9bn in additional public savings each year compared to the trajectory observed between 2010 and 2019.
Figure 1: Government debt to GDP (%)


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