How long does it take to become a full-time therapist with a full-time caseload? In my experience, when one is starting from scratch in a new community it takes about two years to get to a decent and steady caseload of 25 clients per week. That's just how long it takes. It just takes a while to build the depth and number of referral relationships you need to sustain a comfortable caseload. And that is if you are working hard all the time. I have seen many therapists think that by their hard work they can shorten that two-year build-up. I've rarely seen it done from scratch in a shorter time frame. It just takes time to build a solid caseload. And yet, there are exceptions. . . .
There are exceptions that can shorten that time frame. First, if you begin with an already well-established caseload the time frame will be shorter. In this case you are not really starting from scratch but building on what you already did in some other setting. But remember that contractual constraints, such as restrictive covenants, may make this difficult. Sometimes existing employers will allow a buy-out of such restrictions. Ask but do not assume you know what your existing owner will expect. Communicate and negotiate.
The other exception to the two-year rule is when you are going to be backed by a large organization that knows you well. For example, launching from a position on the staff at a psych hospital can work well. Be sure to stay in the geographical service area of the hospital. And of course it helps if you are well-liked by the staff and psychiatrists at the hospital. And yet even then your window for being the favored practice will diminish over time as new staff come on. So while you can, use these connections as a springboard. They are temporary, and you need to work at diversifying your referrer base as soon as you can.
It is a similar story if you had a position on the staff of a large church. Most large churches have a system for referring out to mental health professions. The church can give you a temporary boost. But as with the hospital, you will become less well known as time goes on. And of course, not all churches are comfortable referring to mental health providers. Some see client/parishioners' issues as either God's vehicle for salvation or as derived primarily from a spiritual source. Know your church and their theology of mental illness. That theology will have a major impact on your referrals.
In the end, plan conservatively and work diligently on your marketing initiatives. You want to get to the place of having "too many referrals" as quickly as you can.


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It's been a month since my last posting, which is quite unusual. This is primarily because of the weather and family. Kids are in camp, we took a vacation to Charleston and the weather has been unbearably hot. Secondarily, September and October will be filled with backpacking trips: I'll be finishing the South Beyond 6000 peaks, camping in Shining Rock, finishing the Pisgah 400, hiking the Fire's Creek Rim Trail and thru-hiking the Bartram Trail.
Nevertheless, it had been too long since I've hiked in the woods. As we adjust to life in Boone, we are starting to experience more and more of the trails in the area. The Nuwati Trail is a gem and perfect for all ages.
Located in Grandfather Mountain State Park, the trailhead is located at the Boone Fork Parking area off of the Blue Ridge Parkway at mile 300. The first .4 miles are on the Tanawha Trail and are easy hiking.
At the junction, take the right or east trail. The Nuwati is only 1.1 miles, with an oh-so-slight uphill grade. The trail is rated moderate, because of the large number of roots and rocks on the path. Nuwati means "medicine" in Cherokee. In modern times, the trail was used as a logging road, and remnants such as old cables can be spotted along the way.
There are four campsites along the trail: Streamside, The Hermitage, Storyteller's Rock and The Refuge, making it a nice area for families.
The highlight of the trip is Storyteller's Rock. It's a slight rock scramble to the top, but well worth it. From the vantage point, we saw north towards Boone and East towards Calloway Peak. The view caught me off-guard and was purely delightful.
Total mileage is 3.34 miles.
Great update! Great Pics! Sounds like some fun stuff coming up too!
Can't wait! Hope you get to hike a lot this fall as well!
I bet! Thanks! Got some plans in the works!


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Shane (1953)
The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969)
Todd 's service record includes the Dexter Riley Award.
A Clockwork Orange (1971)
Now You See Him, Now You Don't (1972)
The Strongest Man in the World (1975)
In the beginning, Todd ends up on a planet with multiple suns.
Escape from New York (1981)
Todd 's service record includes the Plissken Medal.
The Fox and the Hound (1981)
Kurt Russell plays a lead character named Tod in this movie and Todd in "Soldier".
Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)
Todd's service record includes citations for the Nibian Moons Campaign, the Antares Maelstrom War and the War Of Perdition's Flames.
Todd 's service record includes the battles of Tannhauser Gate and the Shoulder of Orion.
The Terminator (1984)
Missing in Action (1984)
Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985)
Aliens (1986)
The front of the invading scout ship looks just like the front of the Sulaco from Aliens.
Predator (1987)
Tango & Cash (1989)
Todd's service record includes the Cash Medal of Honor.
Backdraft (1991)
Todd's service record includes the McCaffrey Fire Award.
Universal Soldier (1992)
Captain Ron (1992)
Todd's service record includes the Captain Ron Trophy.
Doom (1993) (Video Game)
Todd 's service record includes O'Neil Ring Award.
Executive Decision (1996)
Escape from L.A. (1996)
Todd's service record includes the Plissken Medal.
Event Horizon (1997)
Spartan (2004)
A poster for Soldier appears in the background of one scene.
WALL·E (2008)
Periodic hurricanes through trash mounds.
Best of the Worst: Our VHS Collection (2019) (TV Episode)
Mike mentions it. Also, video case is shown.
WatchMojo: Top 10 Kurt Russell Performances (2016) (TV Episode)
Sgt. Todd 3465 gets an honorable mention.
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Our culture is LEVEL5. A level beyond other cultures.
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I applied online. I interviewed at LEVEL5 Strategy Group in March-2015.
Got contacted by email for a 45-min phone interview.
The interviewer asked behavioural questions and inquired about my interest in brand strategy and consulting.
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By: Selina Phan, Summer Intern Analyst (2018)During my summer internship, I had the opportunity to work with a national retail client and a provincial Crown corporation, as well as a local community centre on a pro-bono project, learning by actively participating and taking ownership of parts of the client deliverables.
By Alexander Czegledy, Intern Analyst (Summer 2018)Summers always fly by, but this one's felt especially fast due to the pace and pleasure of working with LEVEL5.THE PEOPLEEvery organization talks a lot about culture these days and LEVEL5 is no exception. The difference is that here, you can feel it.
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What is 'the golden hour' and why is it an important element of photography?
The golden hour is magic light for photographers. The rich, golden light highlights details and textures – and can turn an ordinary scene into something extraordinary. It is the time of day with the best lighting. The golden hour occurs twice a day - it's roughly the first hour of light after sunrise, and the last hour of light before sunset, although the exact duration varies between seasons.


When I took a workplace sabbatical to become a consultant, one of the first things I researched was whether going many days at a time without wearing a bra causes sagging. I am happy to tell you that Google told me the opposite is true, but the reason I can enjoy this at all is because of another, far greater, luxury: to work largely out of home, at least for long as I can manage it. Lest you think I'm sitting in some posh veranda, blowing bubbles, bra-lessly contemplating Deep Thoughts and quilling Poems with a peacock feather – when I say working out of home, I still mean working for other people, writing or editing a variety of things for them so that they, in turn, can write me cheques. "Other work", you see, is what all artists who don't have inheritances, spouses with sizable incomes or a steady stream of foreign commissions or royalties must do. And that is the vast majority of us.
But don't we make pots of money from our books, you ask? There are outliers in commercial fiction and selected non-fiction (like celebrity memoirs), but literary work sells very poorly in India. The agent Kanishka Gupta has written extensively about these nitty-gritties, but to break it down for you: the average author makes about 10% on the cover price of each sold book. I remember buying a box of sweets for my former office, a mid-sized advertising agency, when I signed a publishing contract and thinking – only if every single colleague bought a copy of my book would I make enough in royalties to cover the cost of that treat.
Like me, many authors work in allied fields like communications, journalism, media, academia and publishing. Then there are those who can't or choose not to monetize their literary skills, whose breadwinning careers are unrelated. To give you just a few examples: Upamanyu Chatterjee is an IAS officer. Tanuj Solanki works in life insurance. Kaushik Barua works for the UN. Mainik Dhar manages a global food company. Amrita Narayanan is a psychologist. N.D. Rajkumar, by his own description, is a "coolie" on the Indian Railways. Poovalur Jayaraman, who is in his 80s, sells vadas and bondas from a pushcart. Kavery Nambisan is a doctor, as is Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar – who was suspended from his job as a civil surgeon last week because of a controversy about his writing.
As you can see, each person's resources and financial security thus vary. At best, any literary income usually only supplements a base revenue from another profession. At worst, as in Dr. Shekhar's case, even that is risked by the fact that there is very little respect for the arts and their makers in India.
An edited version appeared in The New Indian Express on August 17th 2017. "The Venus Flytrap" appears on Thursdays in Chennai's City Express supplement.


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Application for the 2023 IGYLF Annual Conference
The Indo-German Young Leaders Forum 2023 is a unique opportunity for the bilateral exchange of 40 Young Leaders in Bangalore from February 9-12, 2023.
We are looking for the next cohort of Indo-German Young Leaders.
1. Proven leadership potential, from all domains;
2. Falling between the age of 25 and 40 with a strong interest in fostering Indo-German relations;
3. Possession of a clear vision to further develop Indo-German relations after the event.
You will need 3-5 minutes to complete this form if you already have prepared the answers for our four "application" questions.
Application questions:
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Please submit your application by December 4, 2022, 11.59pm CET.
The participation fee is 500€.
"This covers the cost of the hotel and all other expenses throughout the conference. If you cannot afford this amount, once selected, please write us a direct message to participants@igylf.com explaining why we should subsidize your participation and we will decide on an individual rate depending on the amount of sponsoring available.
Please do only apply for this support if you really need it."
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We have BIM Revit 2016 capability and we can develop our design to BIM Level 2.
HB are able to provide linked or attached data to products using Revit or Naviswork. We will work with the client to determine the most appropriate software, the data that is relevant and the equipment that will be maintained. If linked / attached data is the preference of the client we will ensure that the linked locations of files are maintained when handed over.
We are also able to embed data into Revit families or Navisworks using Data Tools.
HB have extensive experience in working in a collaborative environment using face to face coordination workshops for model review using Navisworks to give a Common Data Environment and Web Conferencing for desktop and model sharing. There are a number of options available for BIM to FM depending on the budget available and the systems that are currently in use by the client. It is also important to consider how the model will be maintained by the client after handover.
The HB BIM Policy ensures that all projects are modelled during the preconstruction phase to ensure they are buildable, maintainable and safe to access.
We believe BIM Level 2 could add value to any project by helping to reduce the capital costs and could have the following advantages.
Increase the collaborative capabilities to enable quick decision making between the Architect, Engineer and the Contractor.
Production of high quality construction documents.
Co-ordination of different services to avoid conflicts.
Enabling of prefabrication of different components of the construction project to minimise design lifecycle.


On April 5th, 2015 we lost a giant of the wine world with the passing of Mme. Anne-Claude Leflaive.
The modern era of Domaine Leflaive begins in 1905 when Joseph Leflaive purchased 25 ha in Puligny-Montrachet. For 15 years he sold grapes to negociants, and in 1920 began a program of replanting and rootstock selection. The climb to greatness had begun.
In 1953 Joseph passed away and left management of the Domaine to his sons, Vincent and Joseph. In 1990, Anne-Claude and her cousin, Olivier, became custodians of the Domaine. Four years on, Anne-Claude assumed total management.
At this point, they were widely regarded as one of the greatest producers of white wines in Burgundy. Anne-Claude was an innovative, meticulous caretaker of the vineyards and decided to implement biodynamic viticulture at the Domaine, a practice not fully embraced at the time as it is today. This was highly controversial, but Anne saw potential. Her quest for perfection would drive her vision forward. Since 1997 the Domaine has been 100% biodynamic.
Today, the Domaine remains a family business managed by M. Brice de La Morandière, who carries on her pioneering legacy.


The system is equipped with an RJ45 socket and has DHCP features. It works with HTTP data using push method to transfer measurements to IT system by Internet. The device automatically sends the data e.g. every 60 minutes (adjustable).
The high accuracy swiss made temperature sensor operates in a wide range of temperature from -50°C to 150°C. It is totally calibrated and is ready to use.
The rain collector offers a resolution of 0.2 mm of rainfall per m². No power supply is needed for the rain collector to measure the rainfall. The embedded heater allows the device to be used during winter, in this case the external power supply must be connected (included). Due to its UV-stabilized ABS plastic, the collector is very robust.


We are not direct car hire providers, but a search engine comparing rates that will allow you to find the lowest fare on the market.
Below you can find our frequent questions from our users if they do not meet your needs, or, if you need more information, do not hesitate to contact us using Live Chat, or through our Contact Page, or through our social network, or send us an e-mail to [email protected].
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Can you help me compare car prices in Italy?
Finding a rental car on Ionoleggioauto.com is very simple. Whether you are going to Rome, Venice, Milan or any other beautiful city, we can help you find the ideal car by comparing the prices of various airlines.
When doing a search on our site, we provide you with all the information you need to make a decision, not just based on the price, but also on fuel policy, ratings, rental locations and much more.
What should you bring with you to pick up the vehicle?
At the time of withdrawal, the primary engine must be in possession of a letterhead payment card in its own name, containing the funds needed to cover the deductible / deposit and local charges, additional accessories or any additional service To the charterer's bench.
The main driver and additional drivers must present a valid driver's license in his own name, and the voucher / eVocuher from Ionoleggioauto.com issued once the reservation is confirmed.
Booking a car on Ionoleggioauto.com can be made through any card with the only exception of American Express. Prepaid cards are only accepted at the time of booking the car, however, for car withdrawal it is essential to submit a prepaid credit card and be headed for the main driver. If this does not happen, the car rental agency reserves the right not to deliver the car and Ionoleggioauto.com does not feel responsible.
In addition, at the time of the withdrawal, you must leave a security deposit. Please see the "Deposits, Deductibility and Coverage" section in terms and conditions. This deposit guarantees coverage for any damage to the vehicle or its accessories.
This is a standard procedure applied by all rental companies, and usually results in a lump sum on the driver's credit card. In the "Payment Information" section of the terms and conditions, the accepted paper types will be indicated.
For reservations you can use prepaid cards and debit cards but rental companies need a credit card in the main car engine as the rental guarantee at the time of withdrawal.
Unfortunately American Express cards are not accepted for bookings on Ionoleggioauto.com, however American Express is accepted by rental companies as a rental guarantee.
Car hire agents require a credit card on behalf of the driver. This is because a deposit is required that is not charged by the credit card until the car is returned.
In some countries, two credit cards are required when renting larger vehicle groups.
Always check that your credit card has enough credit at the time of rental. The authorized amount generally corresponds to the insurance and fuel deduction, but varies according to the size of the vehicle, the driver's age, the car rental agent, the duration of the rental and the place of withdrawal of the vehicle.
If the car rental agent can not present a valid credit card, or even as he has not had enough credit, refuse to deliver the vehicle. In these cases, there will be no refund.
What are the requirements fort the driving license?
At the charterer's desk, all drivers must be in possession of a driver's license issued for at least one year (often two years). The expiry of patents or temporary documents will not be accepted.
Staff at the desk could also check for any road traffic damage. If your license was issued in England, Scotland or Wales, you will need to know the changes that have been introduced since June 8, 2015.
In case you have committed traffic offenses, or your license was revoked, Contact us as soon as possible, as they may be limited to rental.
If you are renting a car abroad, check your voucher for an international travel permit (often called the International Driving Permit, although "Permesso" is the correct name) as well as your national driver's license.
How can I change my booking / add my flight number?
You can change your booking using the appropriate function. Sign in from Manage reservation and make the desired changes. Ionoleggioauto.com does not apply any cost for managing the changes .
However, booking changes may cause a change in price / price, or additional costs caused by material changes such as the duration or type of car. You can also edit or add the flight number from here.
What should I do if I have not received the confirmation voucher yet?
You can check the status of your booking at any time by accessing Manage booking.
Confirmation vouchers will be available once the full payment has been received.
Are there additional costs to be paid on site?
Although Ionoleggioauto.com offers all-inclusive rates, on some occasions, may charge an additional fee to be paid by the charterer's bench.
Any mandatory (non-ancillary) local tax will be clearly indicated during the booking procedure, as well as on the rental contract.
Plant tax, to support operating costs at airport locations.
Winter fee, to cover special equipment costs during the winter time.
Any other options requested at the charterer's desk.
All extra accessories shown are VAT excluded and will be paid on site. If you used accessories such as baby seats, GPS, snow chains, snow tires, ski boots, etc., access the Manage reservation and add the extra extras you want.
If you have any additional requests, please include them during the booking procedure, but Ionoleggioauto.com can not guarantee certain availability.
If I wanted to add an additional driver?
The additional driver can be added to the acceptance desk of the car rental.
All additional drivers must be physically retired and must have a valid driver's license to sign the lease. Please note that all additional extras and additional drivers are all paid at the local hire office prior to the vehicle's withdrawal.
Do I have any extra costs if I want to pick up my car out of the opening hours?
In case you need to pick up or return a car outside the office hours, the rental company will arrange for a staff member to be available. A notice will be required to request this service and an additional cost will be applied.
Can I cross the borders of the country where I rent?
In most cases vehicles can also be driven outside the country of withdrawal, more information is available in the Terms and Conditions of Rental on the booking screen of our online car rental engine.
What would happen if my flight delayed or canceled?
Please let us know as early as possible by email or phone, in case your flight delays.
If you have already provided your flight number, the supplier will be able to track your arrival up to 1 hour late.
Ionoleggioauto.com assumes no responsibility for any loss, damage, alteration or change due to air delays.
The fuel policy may vary depending on the car and the rental company you chose. For this reason, we recommend that you always check the rental conditions for the policy in your case.
The most common formula is "pick up full-return full". In this case the car will be supplied with a full, included in the rental price. Remember, therefore, to make sure that the tank is actually full when you pull out the car. Otherwise, immediately contact the rental agent. Before returning the car, remember to fill the tank, otherwise you will be charged at full cost to the rental agency and you may also incur a charge for non-refueling.
A second possible formula, especially for overseas rentals, is the "pick up full-return empty" policy. This means the machine is supplied with the full, but you do not have to worry about refueling before returning the car. Be careful, however: the excess gas in the tank will not be reimbursed, so make the most of it! At the refund, you will still be charged the credit card with the full amount of petrol you are leaving with.
There is a third option, that is the "empty-return empty pick-up". But it is very rare.
Our advice is always the same: check in the rental terms and conditions as well as consider the best option for your trip before booking!
What is the deduction? When is it planned? How to avoid it? Every rental you make on Ionoleggioauto.com includes helmet insurance. However, this provides for a deduction, that is, the maximum amount that the driver of the rented car will have to pay in the event of damage to the vehicle, personal injury, or theft or fire of the car.
The amount of the deduction may vary according to the company with which it is leased, The amount is always shown on the rental conditions so do not forget to consult them!
Normally the amount of the deduction coincides with the nail that will be frozen on your credit card at the withdrawal of the car and will then be unlocked for the redemption.
Let's take an example: if the deduction for your car is € 1,000, the rental company can charge a maximum of € 1,000 in the event of a claim. All other costs remain with the rental agent .
But is it possible to completely eliminate it and not have to pay anything in case of an accident? Ofcourse Yes!
On Ionoleggioauto.com you have the option of purchasing an additional AXA policy from just 6 euros a day that, in the event of an accident or theft, refunds you full of early deduction in a few days!
Insurance can be purchased both during booking and a few hours before you withdraw your car. In case you have signed up for the AXA policy, you will not need to buy any other policy that will be offered to you by the car rental agency as you will already be covered.
What should I do after I receive the car?
Spend a couple of minutes to familiarize yourself with the car before leaving the rental station. Controls the operation of the lights, shutter-glasses, door safety, spare wheel, etc. Check the status of the vehicle with an agent before leaving the rental station.
Be aware of any scratches and malfunctions already present so as to avoid misunderstandings when redirecting. It may be advisable to take pictures before retiring and after delivery.
Why do I have to sign an on-site contract?
Ionoleggioauto.com operates as a car rental broker. Reservations made through our service are subject to our terms and conditions.
These cover the deals with us and are shown on the rental contract as well as on our site.
The real rental of the vehicle will also be subject to the rules of the country where you rent it, and that is why you will need to sign a contract with your local rental company. You will need to make sure that you understand (and agree) the terms and conditions of the contract.
How can I avoid additional charges when I return?
Be sure to return your car on the day and time in the voucher to avoid charging hours and / or extra days. Also check out your rental contract to know the extra hours / days.
How do I behave in the event of a failure, or if I am involved in an accident?
Obtain complete details of the people involved in the accident as well as possible witnesses.
Immediately provide the rental agent with all details regarding the accident .
Immediately inform the authorities if the third party should be investigated or, in the case of injury.
Do not leave the vehicle without proper precautionary measures .
No refund will be made for a booking or lease of rental time if the vehicles were involved in an accident .
You can request the receipt at any time by accessing Manage Booking and clicking on the dedicated button . If you need an IVA invoice you will need to log it from Contacts and fill out the form.
I have returned the vehicle in advance - can I have a refund?
The prices are based on the agreed pick-up and return times prior to charter start. In the case of late withdrawal or early redemption, no refunds will be provided.
Why did I get charges by the rental company?
There may be several reasons behind the costs incurred on site, for example: fuel costs, extra accessories, fines, damage to the vehicle.
Documentation issued by the rental company should show the list of costs.
If you are unable to understand the documentation, please contact our customer service and we will be happy to assist you by contacting the supplier for your account.
I completed my rental and I would have a question. What should I do?
If you have any doubts about a completed rental, please sign in to Contatti and complete the form. .
Should I leave a security deposit at the time of the withdrawal?
Yes. At the time of the withdrawal, the staff at the bank will require a security deposit in case to cover any damage or theft. The deposit will be temporarily blocked / debited to the driver's credit / debit card for the entire duration of the rental.
In order for the car to be returned under the original conditions, the deposit will be unlocked / redeemed within seven business days.
If the driver's card did not have enough funds for the deposit, the delivery of the car could be refused, or the staff at the desk might insist on proposing additional coverage.
This is a common practice applied by all rental companies.
What can I buy as extra coverage at the charterer's bench?
Provide zero deductible, in which case you will not leave any deposit or pay for any damage.
To what age does infant and child seats fit?
- The infant seat is suitable for up to 13 kg (recommended for infants up to 12 months).
- The child seat is suitable for children from 9 to 18 kg (recommended for children from 9 months to 4 years).
Can I avoid having the rental voucher with me at the time of the withdrawal?
Upon arrival, you must present the voucher to the rental desk. If the voucher is not delivered to the agent, we will decline any liability for additional charges and no refund will be granted.
For more information and terms and conditions click here.
On Ionoleggioauto.com it is possible to book even if the driver is under the age of 25 or over 65. Some rental companies may, however, charge some additional costs for that scenario.
The premium for young drivers is not included in the final price displayed at the time of booking on Ionoleggioauto.com but is specified in the rental conditions. The sum will have to be paid in local currency at the car rental office at the time of your withdrawal.
If you wish to modify or cancel your booking, you can do so through the appropriate section of our web site (Manage Booking ),or by contacting our customer service at +39 02 87168067. The cancellation is free of charge up to 24 hours prior to your withdrawal; Beyond this deadline, an administrative fee of Euro 50 will be applied. Cancellations are not allowed when the date and time of withdrawal are exceeded.
Ti consigliamo inoltre di non annullare la prenotazione direttamente presso l'agenzia di noleggio in quanto potrebbe essere soggetto a sanzioni.
Ionoleggioauto.com can not be held liable for any losses due to the inadequate exchange rate between the date of the online booking and the date of the following cancellation or modification (whenever possible).
I have a credit card, but it will not be me to drive, how to do?
In this case the owner of the credit card will need to register as a main driver even if not driving the car, and will add an additional driver to be the man or woman who will lead.
In the event that the holder does not have a valid driving license, the rental will not be granted because this scenario would not be in line with rental conditions.
How do I know what will be the amount that I will anticipate to book the car?
At the booking stage will be indicated the amount to be anticipated and the one to be sold at the time of the withdrawal. Please read the Rental Terms and Conditions carefully to receive more information.
Your reservation will be confirmed in the span of 72 hours. Online reservations must preferably be made within 24 hours of departure so as to provide us with the time needed to handle the vehicle's prompt delivery. Please contact us in case of non-receipt of the voucher at [email protected].
By booking on Ionoleggioauto.com, the category of the selected vehicle is guaranteed but if you want a specific car, this will be requested directly to the rental agencies once the booking has been made.
Rental companies will be happy to assist you to meet any of your needs, but there may be some limitations regarding the park machine available at pickup.
If the brand or model of the booked vehicle is unavailable, an equivalent alternative to the selected vehicle class will be provided.
Can I make a one-way rental in Italy?
Returning to a location other than retirement is certainly possible. Whether you want to explore the fantastic Amalfi Coast or travel from Rome to Pisa, we can help you find the cheapest deals. The only exception is when you want to drive from Peninsula Italy to Sardinia. Few rental companies allow this type of travel as it would require sea transportation. .
Keep in mind that if you make a one-way trip, many companies apply the one-way fee, commonly known as the drop charge.
When doing a search on Ionoleggioauto.com for a one-way rental, we'll tell you which companies apply the One-way Tax before making a reservation. Considering that we work with many companies in Italy, you can easily find those who offer Lower One-way Tax, or even no fees.
Can I rent a car with zero deductible in Italy?
Finding a car with zero deductible is quite difficult, but you can certainly find a cars with a reduced deductible. Comparing cars is simple, just click on the link of the terms and conditions of each car. Scroll down to see the "Deposits, Deductible and Covered" section.
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DOJ Gets Transport Conviction Involving 71 Aliens
The 'unknown unknowns', plus a Supreme Court review
By Andrew R. Arthur on October 8, 2019
Much of the attention on the ongoing (but improving) humanitarian and national-security disaster at the border has been on unaccompanied alien children and aliens who are traveling in family units (UACs and FMUs, in government jargon) and who have been exploiting the credible-fear system by entering illegally and turning themselves in to the first Border Patrol agent they find. A recent story out of Laredo, Texas, however is a reminder that aliens also continue to enter illegally hoping they don't get caught, a problem that needs to be addressed in its own right.
On October 4, 2019, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Texas announced a conviction in a case involving a tractor-trailer carrying 71 illegal immigrants from a wide variety of countries: 36 Mexicans, 21 Guatemalans, six Salvadorans, five Hondurans, and three Brazilians. That truck was stopped at a Border Patrol checkpoint near Laredo on July 8 after an agency K-9 alerted to the fact that there were humans and/or drugs in the sealed trailer. The seal was removed, and the human cargo discovered.
The driver initially claimed that a friend had convinced him to drive the sealed truck to Uvalde (some 140 miles away), but his story soon fell apart. Investigators determined that the driver, in fact, owned the truck and rented the trailer, and had driven the same vehicle past the checkpoint seven times in the previous seven weeks. He pled guilty to conspiring to transport aliens, and is facing 10 years in prison and a fine of up to a quarter million dollars.
Clamping down on aliens seeking to evade apprehension is made more difficult by the waves of FMUs and UACs who have been overwhelming the border in recent months. Acting U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Director Ken Cuccinelli discussed, at a recent Center for Immigration Studies Newsmaker event, how drug cartels have been using the distraction of massive numbers of aliens entering illegally in the past few months:
And realize, we have to be much more flexible than we used to be in the past because of what's going on on the southern side of the border. ... [I]f you look from the south to the north, what you would see is a tollbooth for the cartels. And these smuggling organizations have to pay a cut to the cartels to even get to the border, and they steer the traffic. And they steer it in ways that advantage their other business. So they both take a cut, and they will, for instance, overwhelm Border Patrol manpower in one area so they can run drugs, guns, people — smuggle people across another part of the border — often relatively close by, but now you've drained the law enforcement resources to contend with that. [Emphasis added.]
Plainly, some aliens had to have been able to make it across the border illegally to end up in a trailer in Laredo to begin with. And then there is the human cost to consider: It was 107 degrees in Laredo, Texas, on July 8, and there is no suggestion that the trailer in question was air-conditioned. Nor are such trailers intended for human transport. It was likely lucky for the 71 illegal migrants that they were apprehended by the Border Patrol, before they suffered heatstroke or worse. Deaths have happened before in such circumstances, and will again. Smuggling is a business, and those fatalities are simply "collateral damage" to those depraved enough to engage in it.
The numbers of aliens who evade apprehension are one of the great "unknown unknowns" in the world of immigration, as then-Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld put it in a different context: "the ones we don't know we don't know". Border Patrol cannot apprehend all of the aliens who enter illegally (though not for want of trying). Cases like the Laredo prosecution show that notwithstanding all of the loopholes that encourage aliens to enter illegally, there remain some who do not want to get caught at all.
One final point: Among the key tools in stopping such smuggling schemes are the criminal provisions in section 274 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). In December 2018, however, a three-judge panel of the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit held that section 274(a)(1)(A)(iv) of the INA is "unconstitutionally overbroad". Specifically, it held that this provision "criminalizes a substantial amount of protected expression in relation to its narrow band of legitimately prohibited conduct and unprotected expression" in violation of the First Amendment right to free speech.
What kind of speech was the court referring to? Here is what the clause in question states:
Any person who — (iv) encourages or induces an alien to come to, enter, or reside in the United States, knowing or in reckless disregard of the fact that such coming to, entry, or residence is or will be in violation of law ... shall be punished.
Among the points in the Ninth Circuit's decision:
We begin with an obvious example from one of the amicus briefs: "a loving grandmother who urges her grandson to overstay his visa," by telling him "I encourage you to stay." Nothing in Subsection (iv) would prevent the grandmother from facing felony charges for her statement. ... The government has not responded persuasively to this point; it simply argues that the grandmother would not be subject to criminal charges because her statement was "not accompanied by assistance or other inducements." However, ... Subsection (iv) does not contain an act or assistance requirement.
Reviewing this same provision in a 2012 case, on the other hand, the Third Circuit had held that "encouragement or inducement must ... be 'substantial' to support a conviction under the statute." It continued: "This means not just general advice ... but some affirmative assistance that makes an alien lacking lawful immigration status more likely to enter or remain in the United States than she otherwise might have been."
Again, the criminal provisions listed in section 274 are crucial to the prosecution of smuggling schemes like that uncovered by the Border Patrol in Laredo, and the Ninth Circuit's decision has eliminated the government's ability to use one of the key clauses therein. The good news is that the Supreme Court has agreed to consider the Ninth Circuit's decision in its latest term, which began Monday.
The bad news is that, like the Border Patrol and illegal aliens, the Court cannot stop all of the bad circuit decisions. Every little bit helps, though.
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After the Red Rain
by Peter Facinelli
by Robert DeFranco
ON SALE: August 4th 2015
Genre: Teen & Young Adult / Young Adult Fiction / Social Themes / Dating & Sex
A post apocalyptic novel with a cinematic twist from New York Times bestseller Barry Lyga, actor Peter Facinelli, and producer Robert DeFranco.
On the ruined planet Earth, where 50 billion people are confined to megacities and resources are scarce, Deedra has been handed a bleak and mundane existence by the Magistrate she works so hard for. But one day she comes across a beautiful boy named Rose struggling to cross the river–a boy with a secretive past and special abilities, who is somehow able to find comfort and life from their dying planet.
But just as the two form a bond, it is quickly torn apart after the Magistrate's son is murdered and Rose becomes the prime suspect. Little do Deedra and Rose know how much their relationship will affect the fate of everyone who lives on the planet.
"A fast-paced, nail-biting, action-packed must-read with a compelling commentary on the consequences of overpopulation."
—Emily Griffin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Something Borrowed and The One & Only
"Stunning...like a future-shock movie playing in your head."
—Lee Child, author of the Jack Reacher series
"A powerful tale of the essence of truth and the strength of free will set in an Orwellian world brimming with imagination."
—CJ Lyons, New York Times bestselling author of Watched
"Not just another dystopia: strong characters and adept world-building make this work stand out."
"Rose's true genetic nature is unexpectedly novel, and that--combined with striking imagery, thrilling action, and adolescent true love--makes this a sure bet. Best-selling Barry Lyga gets his mitts on dystopian romance? Better get two."


It's that time of year again. We've already started making the transition from summer apparel to winter! The two wardrobes couldn't be more drastically different if they tried. So there is fall—the go-between and middle man—there to help make the transition a little smoother. The cool weather starts to tip toe in as we ever so slightly start changing out the open-toed shoes for a lighter boot and the cool tops for a thicker fabric.
We do not doubt you will do just fine picking out sweaters, bottoms, and accessories. So I am here to introduce to you some top color trends you can be on the lookout for. It is easy to gravitate towards safe hues you've grown familiar with, such as earth tones and black for the fall months. But these shades of color will add some variety to your closet. Instead of sticking with what you know, try to snag one piece in a new color. Even though they may seem different, they can act as a foundation or layer to pre-existing outfits. You may be surprised at how much a random shade of purple in a sweater can spice up what is already hanging in your closet.
This is such a rich jewel tone that can fit into the closet of men and women alike. Girls can accent with this color through a gorgeous bag or pair of heels, while men can snag a sweater or scarf. The shade will fit in with almost everything you already own by acting as a basic color in many ways. It's not black; it's not navy blue; but it stands all by itself.
Yet another jewel tone. If you could get one bottom in this shade, you would be set to add almost any top you desire: denim, black, grey, formal or informal. A blazer in sangria would even transition well into winter.
Are we seeing a trend yet? Jewel tones are where it's at! The same goes for mustard yellow as it goes for sangria. Grab a basic item in this color, and you will be surprised at all you can pair with it. JCrew often sells a striking wool skirt in mustard yellow, and if the guys are feeling adventurous, they could even grab a pair of pants in this color.
Picture an awesome coat in this color. It's the perfect hue to not be too heavy or too light. Even a cable-knit baggy sweater would give the same look. Pair it with a tweed or plaid item, and you will be ready to go! Or you can purchase a pair of shoes in cognac to compliment most of your fall colors quite effortlessly.
Say hello to your new neutral! Ditch the tan, black, and navy basics. Grey is a color that can bring so much life to your outfits by acting as a neutral but giving the old basics a break. Grab a pair of Oxford shoes or heels in this color, and you are guaranteed to wear them out.
We understand this is not a color you would imagine for fall. It's a bit bright, isn't it? That's what makes this option so fun! Throw in a light sweater of orchid or mauve, and watch as your whole outfit perks up while still being autumn appropriate. For the guys, we can understand if you would be a bit shy to try this color, but in a dress shirt or tie, it'd be quite subtle.
Shenae is a frequent contributor to InsideOut and serves as editor of apostolicgirl.com. She is from Tallahassee, Florida, where her dad is her pastor. You can find her on Facebook and Twitter.


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Sears CEO Was a Successful Investor Before the Chain's Woes Consumed Him
Before he took over struggling Sears, Eddie Lampert had lots of victories with activist campaigns.
Ronald Orol
Updated Jan 25, 2018 7:30 PM EST
Long before he got involved with troubled Sears Holdings Corp. (SHLD) , company CEO Eddie Lampert was an activist hedge-fund manager -- agitating privately (and successfully) for changes at targeted companies.
"He was basically an activist relational investor who sometimes got directors on boards," said Charles Elson, director of the Center for Corporate Governance at the University of Delaware. "His goals were [to] invest -- push for change in organizations -- and that's how he made his money."
But that all changed when Lampert became the architect of the 2004 Sears-Kmart merger that Sears Holdings Corp. Observers and people familiar with Lampert say that the Sears investment took up more and more of his time over the years. The financier slowly switched much of his focus from being an active outside investor to serving as an inside owner and operator -- and ultimately, Lampert took Sears' helm in 2013.
But despite the executive's best efforts, Sears stock has been on a downward spiral over the past few years. Driven partly by the growth of Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN - Get Report) and e-commerce, the embattled retailer's share price has falling, trading recently at just $3.29 a share.
"He is off of activism now," Elson said. "Sears must take up all of his time now."
A Big Hit to Performance
The Sears investment has become a huge blemish on ESL Investments, the fund that Lampert founded in 1988.
According to a Jan. 10 activist securities filing, ESL Investments and Lampert own a 56.9% stake in Sears Holdings. But pushed downward by the Sears stake, ESL has suffered and now is a shadow of its former self.
According to a November report, it had an overall value of about $512 million, including the Sears allocation and a few other positions. That's way down from $3.5 billion during the same period of 2013.
An ESL Investments official did not return a call for comment.
A Strong Track Record Before Sears
Before getting involved with Sears, Lampert was an activist investor who had a focus on retail -- and a lot of success. According to FactSet, ESL Investments had launched seven campaigns at seven companies since 1996. For example, Lampert first took a 12% stake in auto-parts retailer AutoZone (AZO) in 1999 and argued in a securities filing that AutoZone's operating performance didn't reflect the strength of its franchise, business position and culture.
He pushed for board seats and obtained a director position for himself later the same year after initiating discussions with management about ways to improve AZO's stock price. The investment steadily increased and by 2003, ESL owned about 26% of the stock. Lampert also held a director position until 2006, according to relationship-mapping service BoardEx, a unit of TheStreet.
ESL Investment's then-president William Crowley also obtained a seat on AutoZone's board between 2008 and 2012. (Crowley left ESL in 2012 after deciding not to move with the firm to Miami from Greenwich, Conn.) During the period of Crowley and Lampert's involvement, AutoZone's share price spiked from about $29 a share in mid-1999 to a whopping $380 a share in 2012 around the time that the fund cashed out its large position.
Related Story: Top 4 Reasons Sears Could File Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in 2018
During their activism days, Lampert and Crowley were also was able to score directorships at car seller AutoNation Inc. (AN - Get Report) in 2002 after accumulating a large 23% stake the year before. Lampert's board position was held until 2007; Crowley held his board seat until 2013, according to BoardEx. ESL still holds a 17% stake in AutoNation, according to a December securities filing, and the car chain's share price has gone up from about $8 a share when the fund first made the investment to trade at $61.02 as of Wednesday's close.
ESL made its initial investment in AutoNation at prices ranging from $7.97 a share to $10 a share in September and October 2001. In addition, the firm has held large minority stakes in other well-known retailers in the past, including Big Lots (BIG - Get Report) and Gap (GPS - Get Report) .
Overall, the activist strategy did well for Lampert, who got his start in investing in the risk arbitrage department at Goldman Sachs & Co. (GS - Get Report) . In 2004, CNN/Money reported that ESL Investments had returned an average of 29% a year for investors since its 1988 inception. That year, BusinessWeek also put him on their cover with the headline: "The Next Warren Buffett?"
However, the situation deteriorated substantially following ESL's Sears-Kmart investment.
It Wasn't Supposed to Turn Out This Way
Elson, who knows Lampert, said that ESL's strategy for Sears was based in part on the idea that the market was not accurately valuing the department store chain's real estate. He added that the thesis was also partly that sometimes companies can be very profitable even if they aren't growing.
The expectation among some at the time of the Sears-Kmart merger was that Lampert was going to immediately sell off Sears' real estate and turn Sears into a supersized real estate holding company. But that never happened. Elson noted that following Lampert's initial investment in 2004, the real estate market took a hit during the 2008 financial crisis, which contributed to Sears' troubles.
A person familiar with the situation noted that lately, investors have been disappointed with ESL's returns and have left the fund in droves. A key issue, the source said, was Lampert's decision to focus too much on one investment -- Sears.
The person added that Lampert's management style -- micromanaging, churning through executives and not giving top managers enough freedom to do their jobs -- didn't help. "He's the type of guy that has to focus on the details," the source said. "He's more of an investor than a manager."
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Q: Copying data want to keep to a new table and then rename I have a Windows 2008 Ent. Server running SQL 2008 Ent.  There's a SQL DB that is approximately 100Gb in size.  One of the tables in this database accounts for 85Gb.  After doing some analysis this one table has got to this size from one event being logged which has no value so it's been agreed that we can purge all instances of this event from this table.  The table should be only around 1Gb in size once all occurrences of this event have been removed.
Someone suggested to me that a more efficient approach rather than going through trying to delete rows which include this event id to perhaps create the table again with no data.  Copy the data that we want to keep to the new table (ommitting any row with event id).  Rename the original table to something and then rename the new table to original table name.
The approach makes sense and I can see that perhaps this will be faster than deleting 100 rows at a time out of the original table.  Can I please have some advice on how to go about this?

A: The query to copy everything to the new table goes like this:
SELECT * INTO dbo.NewTable FROM dbo.OldTable WHERE [event id] <> 6030

Then:
ALTER TABLE dbo.OldTable
  RENAME TO dbo.OldTable_History;

And:
 ALTER TABLE dbo.NewTable
  RENAME TO dbo.OldTable;

If you want to create the table manually do it then and after that run this:
INSERT INTO dbo.NewTable
SELECT * FROM dbo.OldTable WHERE [event id] <> 6030

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The Cook in the Golf Club
The director of the Royal Golf Club asked me to come for an interview. Turned out he wanted a series called Concerts on the Grass in the month of August every Saturday night. We looked at the possibilities, but of course in the open air the acoustics are not so good without amplification for the public. And I resisted the idea of mikes and speakers. Better would be a band shell.
There was a sort of natural amphitheater where he thought we could set it up. From there you could look up to see the balcony of the restaurant of the golf club where perhaps forty or fifty people could be sitting at tables. Outside the green surrounding the stage there was room for five or six hundred people. They could bring blankets and drinks and listen to the classics under the stars.
George gave me the go ahead to construct a shell, paid for by the Club. I located a guy who produced fiberglass boats. I sketched what I wanted, imagining room for up to fifteen players, something we could fit together on a wood platform and dismantle for storing when not in use. It was more or less okay, awkward to put up and hard to take down so we just left it up for the whole month.
The other thing I insisted on was no noise from the restaurant; waiters had to lay off serving after the concert began. They could serve drinks during the intermission. The coffee grinding machine was definitely out.
We figured by eleven o'clock people would finish their dinners. There had to be absolute silence from up there or this would not work. The roof of the terrace reflected voices down to the stage.
The chef who owned the restaurant concession was delighted. Normally golfers filled his tables for the lunch special menus, but nights were not so popular. In theory people would come for dinner attracted by the novelty of starlight concerts. And so it was.
But that's where finally the rub came, though not right away.
That first year things went well. We had a good series of musicians who played first in my Festival then played in the golf concert. There was only one minor event which caused some consternation. The Russo String Quartet had in front of them 600 people plus all the tables full in the restaurant above. They were in the middle of I believe it was the Schumann A Minor quartet. In the slow movement the sprinkling system came on and these four young Russians fled from the stage, hovering over their instruments. The gardener had forgotten to turn off the watering system. I must admit I always suspected later, after the run-in with the chef, that it was deliberate sabotage.
After a while George and I calmed the Russians down, up in the dressing room smelling of sweat and wet tuxedos, and they agreed to finish the concert in exchange for a bonus. They were driven back down to the stage, wearing tee shirts now with the emblem of the Ninth Hole Restaurant. The public showed their appreciation. Some of them were soaked as well and were offered towels. The Club sent around waiters serving cava.
For George, the director of the golf club, he was happy to get a lot of publicity for the club. So we got on to planning for the next year. I knew that it would be a good one because I had a couple of fantastic groups coming that summer.
We discussed the budget, figures something that would nearly double what the musicians playing in my Festival would get while on the island. He persuaded friends in the department of Sports and Culture (what a strange marriage that is) of the island council to cobble together a fairly decent sum and the board of the Club agreed to meet the shortfall if necessary.
George wanted to put put the bite on the local Town Hall. But here appears a new wrinkle. The town hall legally must announce in the newspapers that they are taking bids for the concert series.
They agreed on a reasonable figure, making up the deficit. This figure they duly announced.
Applicants had to present a program of four concerts, fees and curriculum, etc. A couple of local musical entrepreneurs had been jealously observing my activities in various parts of the island. But the cultural rep in town hall nixed their proposals as inadequate, at George's insistence at an elaborate lunch in the golf club for the functionaries involved. That got the hackles up amongst the competition, and they called on the hounds of the press. Of course the press were already in on it all, being invited to the elaborate lunch.
The next year the competition began closing in. The choir director in the same town had formed a Baroque Orchestra to accompany his choir. Being local he knew the people in town hall as well if not better than George: the Secretary of Culture sang in his choir.
But by now the board of the golf club had figured a way to block all pretenders to competition. Nowhere in the law did it say how far in advance they had to announce the call for bids so he arranged for the announcement to come out one week before the deadline.
The system worked for ten years, except once when George let the choir director win and the concerts were blasted by the public, press, and the Department of Culture was shuffled.
That's when the chef decided to derail the project.
Saturday night dinners in August were now so popular, he figured he could do without the restrictions, without the concerts, in fact. The last night of the August concerts that year, he himself booked all the tables on the terrace fo a group of Mallorcan friends. They, in the local tradition didn't even begin ordering dinner until half past ten, grouping themselves at the bar in a thirsty herd.
Masters of of simultaneous speech, speaking all at the same time and who knows maybe even understanding each other, but definitely drowning out even the sound of grinding coffee and Muzak, and blaring TV sets in the corners.
They moved onto the terrace for dinner just as the musicians in the band shell below were bowing to the public sprawled up the slopes around them. It was the largest crowd ever, attracted by a chamber orchestra of some renown.
They sat down, bows adjusted. The conductor waited for silence, and when the chatter continued, he glanced up at the terrace. He caught sight of George off to the left, shrugging helplessly, and signalling to go ahead.
I was standing behind the multitude straining to hear the opening chords. I saw the bows moving, the conductors arms drawing a picture of what we should be hearing over the heads of the violinists on one side, the cellists on the other.
But I could hear only voices and raucous laughter.
I hopped into the electric golf cart and made my circuitous way up to the clubhouse.
I found the chef leaning against the bar with a couple of elegant society women. He met me with a wide smile.
"What's going on? Who are all these people?"
He glanced from the lady on his right to the one of the left, giving a wink to each.
"These are all my friends," he said. "I invited them to see this famous orchestra."
"You're ruining the concert!" I said.
His smile burst like a supernova and the ladies giggled.
The chef spread his arms in a very Spanish gesture of satisfaction.
"Cabrón!" I shouted. One of the worst insults to Latin pride, which everybody knows is number one on the list of deadly sins in this country. Read it for yourself in the famous Diaz book.
The supernova smile collapsed into a black hole of fury as he spun away from the bar toward the kitchen.
I turned to look for George, but didn't have to go far he was at my elbow, urging me toward the door to the parking lot.
"Move! Move!" he told me opening the door of my Renault and shoving me inside. Out of the door of the club came a pack of aproned kitchen folk brandishing all sorts of cutlery, lead by the chef himself with a cleaver aloft.
By now I was inside, doors locked. The windscreen was a TV, it couldn't be real. George was a windmill, and the lesser help withdrew. But the chef stood chin to chin with George.
He kicked out my headlamps one at a time, snapped off the side view mirrors with a swipe of the cleaver, and walked away shoulders squared like a matador showing his back to the toro.
Patrick Meadows 1934 – 2017.
Music Programs, Patrick
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Bill Haneline on	 10 December 2018 | 10:10 am
Very good story! At least the concerts were a success until the Iron Chef thought different!


Unlike the cosmological constant, which Albert Einstein first introduced into his general theory of relativity in order for the universe to be static, the quintessence is a scalar field [PHI] that varies throughout space-time and has been modeled in various theories of gravitation such as the four-dimensional (4D) Brans-Dicke scalar-tensor gravity  and the five-dimensional (5D) Kaluza-Klein scalar-vector-tensor gravity (shortened by 5D gravity) [4-6].
The scalar field of 5D gravity, which has been recently related to the Higgs field of 4D particle physics in, were theoretically shown to be capable of polarizing the space or vacuum [8-9] and thus able to extend the optical path length of a laser beam that travels through the polarized vacuum.
This review is important because it allows identification of a scalar field contribution that was not considered in the method of derivation but influences the uniqueness of the field recovery process, and it reveals an expected and unexpected depolarizing dyad contribution.
The first objective of this section is to briefly review the uniaxial anisotropic scalar potential derivation  in order to identify a scalar field contribution not previously considered and to identify both an expected and unexpected depolarizing dyad contribution.
By measuring the value of alpha near a white dwarf, and comparing it with its value here and now in the laboratory, astronomers can indirectly probe whether these alpha-changing scalar fields actually exist.
Professor Barstow said that they found that any difference between the value of alpha on Earth and that measured in the strong gravitational field of the white dwarf must be smaller than a part in ten thousand, which means that any scalar fields must only weakly affect the electromagnetic force.
Does electromagnetic force's strength change in white dwarf star's gravitational field?
The early Kaluza-Klein (K-K) theory of unification was further developed with a scalar field , which can modify both the electromagnetic and gravitational fields.
By measuring the value of alpha near the white dwarf and comparing it with its value here and now in the laboratory we can indirectly probe whether these alpha-changing scalar fields actually exist," he said.
The whole number of scalar fields is equal to (N + M).
The solutions of the equation of motion of the scalar fields [[phi].
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Schloss Rauischholzhausen is located approximately 30 minutes by car from Giessen in the immediate proximity of the picturesque town of Ebsdorfergrund. It is probably by far the most attractive of all the university's estates. Conferences, workshops, seminars and festivities are held here on a regular basis. Visiting the late-nineteenth-century estate is like stepping into a fairytale, and taking a stroll through its lavish English landscape gardens is sure to soothe your soul.


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12 Metre North American Championship won by New Zealand and Columbia
Over three days of racing for their North American Championship, eight historic 12 Metres had every type of wind condition with which to contend. Starting Thursday (September 23), the fleet completed two races in marginally high winds of 16-18 knots with gusts in the high 20s. Friday followed with two additional races sailed in moderate 8-10 knot breezes after the Race Committee from Ida Lewis Yacht Club delayed starts until late afternoon due to a passing squall. Finally, on Saturday, racing started ahead of schedule because the Race Committee anticipated a dying breeze in the afternoon; for the two concluding races, sailors dealt with light breezes of 5-8 knots.
"If you would have said last Tuesday that we would get all six races in with the conditions forecasted, I would have said 'no way,'" said Brad Read (Middletown, R.I.), who steered Gunther Buerman's New Zealand (KZ-3) to North American victory over the Modern and Grand Prix boats, which for the purposes of this Championship started together and scored as a single class. "That the Race Committee delayed when they needed to delay and started early when they needed to start early…it was brilliant. "
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As for New Zealand's stellar performance (with all victories, save one, in its score line), Read says many of the team members have been sailing together for ten years. "The boat handling was flawless, which made it easy for us in the back of the boat to keep it dialed in. It felt very positive to sail that well with so many other seasoned crews around us."
Read commended the tough competition, especially from second-place finisher Enterprise (US-27), which showed its pedigree with Peter Askew (Baltimore, Md.) at the helm and his experienced offshore crew backing him. "This is the boat's fourth regatta, I believe, and it just keeps getting faster and faster." Enterprise, like third-place finisher and 2019 World Champion Challenger XII, with owner Jack LeFort (Jamestown, R.I.) at the helm, is laying the foundation for competing in next year's 12 Metre World Championship, set for September in Newport.
Winning the North American Trophy in Traditional/Vintage (also combined at this regatta) was 1958 America's Cup winner and 2019 World Champion Columbia (US-16), with veteran 12 Metre owner/skipper Kevin Hegarty (Newport, R.I.) at the helm. The victor's toughest competition came from second-place finisher and 1962 America's Cup winner Weatherly (US-17) and third-place finisher Onawa (US-6).
Harry H. Anderson Memorial Pursuit Race
The 12 Metre North American Championship featured a separately scored pursuit race on Sunday (September 26) that commemorated the life of Harry. H. Anderson, Jr. Won by New Zealand, it started and finished off Castle Hill, where spectators could take in the magnificence of these historical sloops (approximately 70 feet in length), many of which competed for the America's Cup between the years of 1958 to 1987.
It was magic," said 12 Metre North American PRO Peter Gerard of the 14-mile race that took the fleet under the Pell Bridge and to the north end of Conanicut Island and back. "A crisp, sunny fall sailing day with everyone, including the sailors, enjoying the spectacle – it couldn't have been more perfect."
Anderson, a Newporter who passed away in 2020 at age 98, devoted his life to racing and its rules and was instrumental in developing the 12 Metre Class during and after the 12 Metre America's Cup era. He served on the New York Yacht Club's (NYYC) Race Committee when it ran the America's Cup and the Club's Selection Committee for selecting the NYYC's defender for the America's Cup. He also co-founded the International 12 Metre Association and is one of the reasons the 12 Metre Class is vibrant and racing in Europe and the U.S. today.
The 12 Metre North American Championship was hosted by the 12 Metre Yacht Club, Newport Station and organized by Ida Lewis Yacht Club. Awards were held on Saturday (September 25), where, in addition to the North American Trophies given for Modern/Grand Prix and Traditional/Vintage, the Ted Hood Trophy was awarded in three divisions for the best overall performance for the season. Those recipients were Onawa (Vintage), Columbia (Traditional), Challenge XII (Modern).
More About 12 Metres
The first 12 Metres were built in 1907 and sailed at the Olympic Games in 1908, 1912 and 1920. One of the first International Rule classes, the boats enjoyed increasing popularity throughout the pre-War years when many were designed as elegant racer-cruisers. However, it was not until they were selected for America's Cup competition from 1958-87 that the 12 Metres gained their now iconic status. The 12 Metres raced for the America's Cup in Newport between the years of 1958 and 1983.
Traditional/Vintage (3 boats):
Columbia (US-16), Kevin Hegarty (Newport, R.I.), 3-1-1-2-2-3; 12
Weatherly (US-17), Steve Eddleston, (Bristol, R.I.), 1-3-3-3-1-2; 13
Onawa (US-6), Chris Culver (Vero Beach, Fla./Newport, R.I.), 2-2-2-1-3-6(DSQ); 16
Modern/Grand Prix (5 boats):
New Zealand (KZ-3), Brad Read (Middletown, R.I.), 1-1-1-3-1-1; 8
Enterprise (US-27), Peter Askew (Annapolis, Md.), 2-2-3-1-2-3; 13
Challenge XII (KA-10), Jack LeFort (Jamestown, R.I.), 2.6(RDG)-4(DNF)-2-2-3-2; 15.6
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Busseau, Laurent. Alcool, Crime et Prostitution: Frelighsburg de 1890 à 1930 / Alcohol, Crime and Prostitution: Frelighsburg from 1890 to 1930. Frelighsburg, QC: Société d'histoire et de patrimoine de Frelighsburg, 2016.
Smith, Ronald D. "Agent McLane: Lone Revolutionary in Canada." Rocky Mountain Social Science Journal Vol. 7, no. 2 (1970): 73–82.
Ramos, Sandy. "'Against Her Will and without Her Consent': Women, Sexual Crimes and the Law in the District of Montreal, 1803-1843." Essay, Concordia University, 1996.
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ESU's Sandy Miller named NFHCA Division II Coach of the Year
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Sandy Miller was named the NFHCA Division II Coach of the Year Wednesday. (ADDISON GEORGE / SPECIAL TO THE MORNING CALL)
EAST STROUDSBURG — East Stroudsburg University field hockey head coach Sandy Miller has been named the NFHCA (National Field Hockey Coaches Association) Division II Coach of the Year, the association announced Wednesday.
Miller led ESU (19-3) to its first-ever PSAC and NCAA Division II championships this fall, winning the PSAC title with a 1-0 victory vs. Millersville on November 8, and the NCAA title with a 1-0 (OT) victory vs. Merrimack on November 22 at Bloomsburg.
Miller was previously recognized as the NFHCA DII Coach of the Year in 1993, 1994 and 2001 and the PSAC Coach of the Year in 1996.
Miller was named the DII Coach of the Year by Synapse Sports on December 7 and the Atlantic Region Coach of the Year on December 9.
The Warriors set a school record with 19 wins, giving Miller a career record of 376-259-11 (.591) in 32 seasons. They have made seven NCAA Tournament appearances and 13 PSAC Tournament appearances. They previously played in the PSAC championship game in 2001 and 2010, and the NCAA DII championship game in 2001.
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East Stroudsburg had four All-America selections with senior forward Ally Roth, junior midfielder Desiraye Mack and junior back Emily Howell named to the first team by the NFHCA and Synapse Sports. Senior midfielder Rebecca Snyder was named to the second team by Synapse Sports, and freshman midfielder Paige Harrold was named to the Synapse Sports All-Rookie team.
Roth was recognized as the NFHCA Atlantic Region Athlete of the Year, leading the Warriors with 21 goals and two assists. She finished her career 12th in DII history in career goals (74) and 13th in points (172), setting school records in both categories.
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The Warriors finished the season ranked second of 31 DII schools in goals against average (0.77) and fourth in goals per game (3.05). They had a goal differential of 67-17, including 11-3 in four postseason games — 3-1 vs. West Chester in the PSAC semifinals, 1-0 vs. Millersville in the PSAC championship game, 6-2 vs. West Chester in the NCAA semifinals and 1-0 (OT) vs. Merrimack in the national championship game.
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These days people don't seem to take the time they need to discover true health. There is a pill for every ill, and headaches are no exception. If you were to believe the TV commercials if you have a headache, the solution lies in a simple over the counter pain medication… stronger headaches? Get a stronger pain killer. If this is the true cure to headaches, why do yours keep coming back? Perhaps you are not really addressing the source of the headache, rather you are covering the pain temporarily until the next flare up.Most people don't realize there are natural, hands on solutions to headaches to help address the CAUSE and help eliminate THAT, allowing the headaches to disappear naturally and not come back. We invite you to call and schedule a complimentary consultation with the doctor, to find out if you may be a candidate for a natural solution.


As promised I am following up with this update that speaks to my present condition. 3 months ago we met through a reference of a friend you had healed of cancer. She indicated you had a real capacity to be able to know areas of concern and deal with them almost instantly. Working myself in the conventional field of medicine I was open to alternative considerations. On our first meeting you were quick to point out the specific areas of concern and the duration of those concerns without my saying anything to you but my name. That had my attention. After that the following really set me off. I was asked to relax and close my eyes and simply relax and say my name. I did so and then noted an experience like floating and being warm all over my body. I opened my eyes and noted the discomfort level in my reproductive area and pain was much lower. With that said I decided to follow-up as you suggested with a series of immediate sessions. After the first 2 sessions I was scheduled for blood work. I noted you saying not to be concerned but kept it to myself. When I went to the lab for follow-up blood work the results came back normal. My conventional doctor asked me to come in and then told me there was no explanation for what he noted that made sense. I smiled to myself and continued with you. It was after that 4th session that I was amazed. I totally felt a lightness and no more discomfort in that region of my body which previously for 2 years was not the case. A cat scan and follow-up series of tests shows no Cancer or mass present and it is for that I am eternally grateful. I don't understand or know how it is you can do what you do but can assure you thats of no concern to me. You are a miracle worker and for that I thank you for your sharing this great gift with me.


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The news comes on the back of a strong set of results for both firms, riding the recent boom in technology spending by banks. Just last week Temenos reported strong double-digit growth in licencing deals, while Fidessa yesterday turned in a seven percent rise in revenues to £353.9 million.
Under the proposed terms, Fidessa shareholders would receive £35.67 in cash for each Fidessa share together with the right to receive the dividends announced yesterday with Fidessa's full-year results which, in aggregate, are worth £0.797 per Fidessa share.
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"NHS managers dress as witches to dole out funds."
This was the headline in The Sunday Times earlier this month that you might have missed (the news has been quite full on so far this year).
It explained that at one group of hospitals, staff have had to "dress up as monkeys and blow toy trumpets to win funding for their projects". Projects to the value of hundreds of thousands of pounds. One senior consultant is reported as saying: "Frankly, many of us think this is too ridiculous for words." Each meeting to pitch for funds - for items such as miniature cameras for bowel examinations - has a theme, including Halloween (hence the reference to witches).
Can you, in the world of media and advertising, imagine a situation where pitching for serious budgets - maybe even millions of pounds, let alone hundreds of thousands - involved dressing up and stunts?
During a run of successful pitches at MediaCom at the start of this millennium, there was a lot of dressing up involved. There was a chat-show format that we employed for one pitch. For another, our beloved ex-chairman dressed as the mascot of one famous newspaper in full armour. At a time when media agencies tended to present exclusively from rather dry Excel spreadsheets, delivered mainly by middle-aged men in suits, our approach - always with a serious point - certainly stood out. If there were four media agencies all promising to buy more cheaply, differentiating ourselves was important.
Once news of the success of our approach spread, things changed, of course. When three out of four pitches involved rollerblades, ice skates and a brass band, then the point was lost. And pitch day must have been a bit confusing.
These days, there's a good deal more to talk about in the limited time you have during a pitch too.
The NHS has such a serious purpose - keeping us alive - that it might feel dissonant for a parade of monkey-attired executives to be pitching for cash.
If there's a serious point that can be amplified and clarified by some dressing up, however, then we should adopt any storytelling device that makes it clear.
Stunts for the sake of it, though? It is worth bearing in mind that many busy managers, under continual pressure to demonstrate ROMI and improve the bottom line, can forgive most things at work apart from having their time wasted.


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MAGGIE GALLAGHER: Wisconsin voucher ruling is a start
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Maggie Gallagher — Jun 19th, 1998
For those of you who are not legal scholars, I'd like to translate Wisconsin's recent landmark Supreme Court ruling allowing eligible poor parents in Milwaukee's school voucher program to choose religious schools.
By a vote of 4 to 2, the robed justices in one of our more liberal states solemnly declared: Religion doesn't have cooties, after all.
The court ruled that a benefit such as Milwaukee's voucher program, which "provides a benefit directly to children of economically disadvantaged families on a religious-neutral basis" does not violate the Constitution's Establishment Clause.
Or, as Kevin Hasson, whose small but feisty group, the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, courageously champions religious expression for all people of faith, told The New York Times, "Courts no longer see religion as an allergen in the body politic but as a normal part of life in society."
The wall between church and state is not intended to protect government from the evils of religion, but religion from the coercive interference of government. That means in a society where government funds everything from social work to agribusiness, the mere fact that public money is trickling down to a religious institution is not enough to heap upon it constitutional damnations - at least as long as all religions are treated equally.
Of course, not everyone sees it that way. "Taxpayers shouldn't be forced to pay for religious schools," fumed Barry Lynn, executive director of Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, who funded the losing side in the Milwaukee case. Phil Baum, executive director of the American Jewish Congress, says he worries that this kind of court decision puts the nation "on an uncharted course, and puts at risk the religious liberty Americans enjoy." Sandra Feldman, president of the American Federation of Teachers, was most upset at losing control of the money, saying it was "unconscionable" to let kids use vouchers at private religious schools "when those same tax dollars could be put into proven public-school programs."
But what's really dangerous and tyrannical is for the government to try to pressure taxpayers into choosing secular schools for their kids. When education money is used to fund schools, there is a powerful argument for excluding religious ones. Since resources are inherently limited, the government can't fund all religious schools. Picking and choosing which religious schools receive public funds puts the government dangerously close to the position of establishing some religions and disfavoring others.
But vouchers, by funding the family rather than the school, change the whole nature of the constitutional debate. With vouchers, the dangerous threat to personal liberty is a government that says to parents: You may choose any school you like for your child - except a religious one. You may educate your child only if you adopt the state's preferred value system. Behind all those hysterical fears of religious tyranny lie the desires (well-meaning, no doubt) of educrats to keep tight control over what the next generation learns.
The only problem I see with the Wisconsin decision is that it didn't go far enough: In the court's view, it's acceptable to allow parents to use vouchers at religious schools; in my view, it's constitutionally required. Constitutional questions are raised not by permitting parents to choose religious schools, but by restricting their right to do so. If the state is going to offer parents school vouchers at all, then it ought not be able to exclude good schools based on the presence (or absence) of religious beliefs. We don't do that in other areas of life. We don't tell Medicaid recipients they can use any hospital but a Catholic one, for example. When it comes to the institution most entrusted (next to family) with shaping the character of the next generation, government has even less justification for discriminating against faith-based groups.
As Gov. Tommy G. Thompson, who champions Milwaukee's voucher program, put it, "Religious values aren't our problem. Drop-out rates and low test scores are."
Maggie Gallagher is a Newsday columnist and an affiliate scholar at the Institute for American Values. She can be reached at Universal Press Syndicate, 4900 Main St., 9th floor, Kansas City, MO 64112.
POINT COUNTERPOINT: School vouchers unconstitutional
Across the nation, pressure is growing for more publicly funded voucher programs to pay for religious school tuition. With voucher experiments under way in Milwaukee and Cleveland, the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to avoid the issue for now will only increase ... [Read More...]
SUPREME COURT: Justices could remake school landscape with voucher ruling
WASHINGTON (AP) - Several Supreme Court justices seemed sympathetic Wednesday to the idea that government can help pay tuition for children at religious schools and stay within constitutional bounds. Again and again during a spirited argument, four justices suggested that a school tuition ... [Read More...]
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POINT COUNTERPOINT: School vouchers benefit students
The nation's first major school choice battle ended last month, and Milwaukee's children have won. Six thousand students from low-income families will remain in the private schools of their parents' choice because the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review a court decision ... [Read More...]
ELLEN GOODMAN: Don't funnel tax money into religion
At times, the chamber sounded more like a school board meeting than a Supreme Court hearing. The room echoed with laments about urban schools and poor kids trapped in an educational disaster zone. The landmark case before the justices was about school vouchers. ... [Read More...]


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At Limehurst we are focused on preparing our young people for life in modern Britain. In line with recent guidance on promoting British values our school's ethos and curriculum ensures pupils understand the importance of respect, tolerance and understanding. We work hard to ensure that a strong Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural ethos is firmly embedded in all aspects of school life.
Our pupils have a pride in the diverse nature of our school and this is supported in our Ofsted report of 2013 which stated that 'Students' appreciate, value and promote the school's rich multicultural diversity.'
The importance of Britain as a country that respects diversity and uses the law to underpin the rights of its citizens to have different faiths, beliefs and views is clearly addressed.
We strongly encourage the importance of pupil voice and our pupils feel confident in expressing themselves in a variety of ways. They are able to work with independence, as well as with others to gain personal insight and the necessary social skills that enable them to take part in society, both in and out of school. To this end we have a strong, democratically elected School Council that successfully allows full pupil participation. Pupils also in Personal Development sessions have taken part in mock elections where they are able to put forward and defend differing viewpoints.
Our curriculum also includes opportunities for pupils to gain insight into the way the democratic process works and the importance of our system of law and order. Key topics explore issues of conflict, racism and intolerance and allow pupils to discuss and reflect on the impact of these issues and offers examples of how they can be resolved. They understand that it is clear that some views are unacceptable and that prejudicial or discriminatory behaviour should be actively challenged.
Pupils learn about themselves, their histories, beliefs, cultures, values and those of others. They have a pride in themselves and a sense of belonging to the wider community and to the country in which they live.