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Bezinover, D. & Saner, F., Mar 4 2019, In : BMC Anesthesiology. 19, 1, 32.
Comparing two laryngeal masks: the twin importance of a quantitative measure of the oropharyngeal sealing pressure, and the scrupulous avoidance of an excessive intracuff pressure
Pearce, W. & Vaida, S., Jun 1 2018, In : Minerva anestesiologica. 84, 6, p. 655-657 3 p.
Ipsilateral Shoulder Pain After Thoracotomy: Multifactorial in Cause, New Treatment Option
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Mathematical modeling for clinical coagulation management: Is this the crystal ball we have been looking for?
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Risk-tailored prophylaxis for postoperative nausea and vomiting: still a messy issue
Landau, R. & Janicki, P., Jul 1 2018, In : British Journal of Anaesthesia. 121, 1, p. 1-4 4 p.
Is it time for videolaryngoscopy to be the standard of care?
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Future of Anesthesiology Is Perioperative Medicine: A Call for Action
Kain, Z. N., Fitch, J. C. K., Kirsch, J. R., Mets, B. & Pearl, R. G., Jun 20 2015, In : Anesthesiology. 122, 6, p. 1192-1195 4 p.
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Arginine vasopressin: Old drug, new uses
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Drugs in anaesthesia
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The internet and anesthesia
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Virtual reality in rehabilitation
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Melania Trump's Beauty Team Is Planning Its Own White House Takeover
"There will absolutely be a room designated for hair, makeup, and wardrobe," her makeup artist said.
By Erika Harwood
Donald and Melania Trump arriving at Stephen Schwarzman's 60th birthday party in New York City, 2007.By Mark Peterson/Redux
Donald Trump still has one week until he's sworn into office, but his family is already planning changes to the historic White House. Melania Trump's makeup artist of over a decade, Nicole Bryl, recently told Us Weekly that the wheels are in motion to set up a designated room for hair, makeup, and wardrobe in the White House. "Melania wants a room with the most perfect lighting scenario, which will make our jobs as a creative team that much more efficient, since great lighting can make or break any look," she said. Bryl added that it takes "about one hour and 15 minutes of uninterrupted focus" to do the future First Lady's makeup.
While Bryl failed to identify the specific room in the White House that will reportedly be transformed into what Us is calling a "glam room" (a term popularized by another reality-famous celebrity family—the Kardashians), it's difficult to imagine any part of 1600 Penn getting such an audacious makeover. In contrast, Michelle Obama's 2015 revamp of the White House (which was called "bold" at the time) involved giving the dining room a "modern update." According to People, it was "one of the first rooms in the historical home" to get this type of makeover.
Bryl, who's worked with Sandra Bullock and Cindy Crawford in addition to Trump, also spoke to W.W.D. about the changes Mrs. Trump's experienced since the election of her husband, most notably a chorus of fashion designers speaking out about whether or not they will dress her. "I find it beyond ironic because, before politics became a factor, all major A-list designers from all over the world were dying to dress her," she said, sounding very much like an employee hoping to keep her job. "Thank goodness Melania doesn't even in the slightest get upset about these things. She is impressively one of the most self-assured, self-confident women I have ever known, and the only one who gets flustered about this sort of talk is me and those who know her and care for her the most."
While Bryl doesn't necessarily believe that her approach to Mrs. Trump's makeup will change after she becomes First Lady, she is confident that history will look back on her look fondly, saying, "One thing I am certain about, Melania's beauty and impeccable taste will become iconic."
A room dedicated to turn Trump into this vision is apparently where they're starting.
Vanity Fair has reached out to the White House Historical Association for comment.
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Husqvarna's FE350 is one of the new-generation mid-capacity enduro bikes which balance power and rideability so well.
Cycle Torque tested the FE350 in the July 2016 issue. Sure, you can read the text here, but the best reading experience is in the digital magazine – get it for the iPad or iPhone here, or read it online here (it will be available soon).
The video review of the Husqvarna FE350 will also be posted here when it's completed.
Bigger is better right? Why wouldn't you want heaps of grunt, a chunky mid-range hit, and enough top-end to keep up with a V8 Supercar down the highway? Well maybe not a supercar, but I think you get the point. Aussie moto heads love their big-bore dirt bikes. KTM 450 and 500 EXCs, and Yamaha's WR450F sales absolutely crush it, and I don't think anyone would deny the success of the big and mighty XRs back in their day.
Why are we bringing you a story about a mid-sized 350cc four-stroke? Good question. You see, modern day four-stroke enduro bikes are far more advanced than they used to be, engines are faster and more reliable, and the ride has become much more forgiving and comfortable thanks to the development of chassis and suspension components. In many cases, riders can benefit greatly from placing their egos aside along with their big-bore monsters, and go riding on a bike better suited to their capabilities and general riding areas.
The Husqvarna FE350 is a mid-sized thumper being produced under the watchful eye of our European counterparts in a large orange coloured factory, located in Mattighofen, Austria.
The 350cc four-stroke DOHC liquid-cooled engine is an absolute ripper, weighing in at only 28.5 kilos and revving to a thrill-seeking 12,000 rpm. The mid-sized Husky is a sure thing to give you some excitement. The crank and conrod are designed and supplied by the industry leader Pankl, which has also been known to supply a few Formula 1 teams here and there. While there are obvious performance gains, the service life has been greatly extended, now at a massive 135 hours before a major engine rebuild is recommended. That's close to double the life you can expect from some of the other manufacturers out there. An updated, six-speed gearbox is fitted to the 2016 models, with a new input shaft bearing adding a smoother, tighter feel to the gearbox. Final drive gearing is not affected and remains the same at 13/52, however Husqvarna has added a new Supersprox rear sprocket as a standard item. It has steel teeth on the outer ring for added strength and longer service life, while the lightweight aluminium inner ring keeps the weight down and looks ultra-cool with blue anodising.
In an effort to further simplify the engine design and reduce weight, the FE engine features a multifunction balancer shaft which drives the water pump and timing chain as well as cancelling out the inertia forces of the engine. New for 2016 is a Brembo hydraulic clutch, while it's been hydraulic for a while, this is the first time we see Brembo components on offer. As you would expect, it is a very high quality item, offering a perfect clutch action every time and requires very little maintenance. Last but not least the battery-powered electric starting system, a must-have for every enduro bike. If you think a bike doesn't need an electric leg, keep that in mind and ask yourself again the next time you're stuck on a hill, or when you get stuck in the mud, or when you tip over at the end of a long day on the trail… I could continue. An electric system just doesn't compromise a competition enduro like it used to. Like engine technology, batteries have also come a long way. Lithium-ion batteries like the one used in the FE are much lighter and can be positioned any which way. If you still disagree, or want both options, Husqvarna has made the provision to add a kickstart lever and it's available as a genuine accessory.
After only a few minutes on the trail you will quickly realise how lively and easy the mid-sized 350 is to ride. Although physically it shares very similar dimensions, it feels much lighter and narrower than a 450 or 500. The lighter engine and decreased rotating mass plays a significant role in giving a more flickable feel through the tight stuff. The WP suspension is very well dialled in for your average Aussie trail, after setting the sag correctly at 102mm we hardly changed a clicker all day. It certainly has a softer, plusher feel throughout the stroke, and is set up for a mid-sized rider like myself at 80-85kg. Over the small bumps the WP fork and linkage rear suspension soak up everything with ease. Harder hits like big logs and drop-offs are handled well by the FE350 without too much harsh bottoming or any unpredictable moves. If you're a larger rider or tackle some more aggressive, motocross style terrain, a stiffer spring rate may be something to look at if you find the ride is overly soft for you. The chromoly chassis, aluminium swingarm, and polyamide subframe combine very well to offer both comfort and performance, with no crazy vibrations, unusual stiffness or rigidity, nor quirky mannerisms when cornering. The ride is smooth and forgiving when you're cruising along the open trail. Turn it up a notch and the Husky reacts instantly to increased rider input, becoming more precise through turns and more stable at speed. A combination that few other off-road bikes can offer in showroom condition.
250cc four-stroke engines are known to be screamers. They produce good overall power but to make the most of the small bore engine the rider needs to be keeping it on the boil. On the other end of the scale, the new 450cc & 500cc thumpers have bucket-loads of power and torque, which can propel you up or over any obstacle in a heartbeat, whether you have the talent, or not. Obviously the 350 is aimed to fit right in the middle, and it does that perfectly. The power curve of the FE is quite broad, with a healthy squirt of power right off the bottom. In the mid-range the Husky really comes to life with a revvy style of power that requires the rider to take control over their input. It's rewarding to ride and gives an exciting feel. Further along, the mid-sized Husky will keep revving far beyond any big-bore with a very potent top-end run. If you're up against a big-bore on the track, you can certainly hold the 350 wide open for longer with the higher revs, while the big-bore rider is left shutting off as the power can get easily away from them. This is very handy when you come across nasty sections of trail filled with rocks, logs and tree roots, as the power is much more manageable. Believe it or not, it's also great on hills, as you can be much more aggressive up the face of a hill and not have to worry too much about the power or bike getting away from you. The Brembo clutch works very well, as has a soft pull and great feel. The six-speed gearbox offers smooth transitions and together with the 13/52 gearing combination it was a faultless combination on out test loop. Sixth gear really only comes into play if you're riding on the tarmac, on open dirt roads or in a desert race. While it may not be used often, it is certainly a feature which riders will be pleased with.
More forgiving and less taxing are first things that come to mind when talking about the Husqvarna FE350. It's an easy bike to ride, with a broad power curve that suits almost any rider. After a long day on the trail when your mates are struggling with the power their bigger 450s, you'll be powering past them on the next big hill thanks to the easy delivery of the 350. The suspension and handling are second to none in the off-road category and the lighter feel of the 350 makes tight trails a breeze. The standard components on the Husky are unmatched by any other brand. It's quite easy to make the case that the blue and white Husqvarna may actually be a bit better than its orange coloured friend that rolls out of the same factory. Sure it's very similar, but it has a few extra goodies that the KTM doesn't, which could be right up your alley. Husqvarna dealers often have demo bikes available, so if you're in the market for a new enduro machine hit up your local dealer for a ride on a 350. Don't be so sure that a new 450 is the bike for you.


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Timor-Leste People & Culture
Timor-Leste | East Timor People & Culture
Timorese are incredibly hospitable, gregarious and some of the friendliest you'll ever encounter. Celebrations held at national and community levels are many and vibrant. Timorese society is also conservative and traditional with a strong focus on family, the community and religion.
With a population of just over 1.1 million, Timorese are linked closely. At the same time many indigenous groups exist, each with its own language and cultural practices. Tetun is the largest of these accounting for approximately 25% of the population. They live around Dili, Suai and Viqueque. Mambae make up a further 10% and are found in the central mountains. Other groups include the Kemak, Bunak and Fataluku amongst others, each accounting for 5% or less.
Timor-Leste (East Timor) has many spoken languages reflecting past migration, colonialism and other occupation. Tetun and Portuguese languages have been given official status, with Indonesian and English considered working languages. Another fifteen or more indigenous languages also are spoken.
The capital of Dili is a modern developing city offering a wide range of services and amenities for residents and visitors. While many Timorese are drawn to the capital seeking employment, 70% still live in rural areas. These Timorese mostly reside in small towns and remote villages and practice a subsistence fishing and farming lifestyle.
Around 90% of Timorese identify as Roman Catholic and the remainder mostly as Protestant, Muslim and Hindu. In spite of this, animism continues to be a persuasive force in most peoples' everyday lives. Observing the way animist and religious beliefs are seamlessly blended is one of the interesting aspects of holidaying in this country.
Timorese cultural heritage is multi-layered – a fascinating combination of traditional Timorese, Portuguese, Chinese and Indonesian influences. This permeates their local architecture, cuisine, clothing styles and artistic endeavors.
Timorese culture continues to evolve in local arts and handicrafts, as well as in dance and music. Cultural motifs, both old and modern, are incorporated into the design of tais – hand-woven textiles, basket work and wood carving. Cultural groups still perform traditional dances and songs and also are entertaining in new ways. Talented Timorese bands and dance groups perform in local venues and at festivals.
Timorese participate in a wide range of sports, including football which they are extremely passionate about.
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William Fitzhugh
For the archaeologist, see William W. Fitzhugh.
Delegate to the
from Virginia
September 12, 1779 – October 31, 1779
King George, Virginia
June 6, 1809(1809-06-06) (aged 67)
Pohick Church Cemetery
Lorton, Virginia, USA
Ann Bolling Randolph
William Fitzhugh (August 24, 1741 – June 6, 1809) was an American planter and statesman who served as a delegate to the Continental Congress for Virginia in 1779.[1]
Chatham Manor, 120 Chatham Lane, Fredericksburg, originally built by William Fitzhugh, 1768-1771, restored, with changes, by Oliver H. Clark for Daniel Bradford Devore, from 1920. Landscape: Ellen Biddle Shipman, from 1922. David Hanlon, gardener.
Fitzhugh and his wife, Ann Bolling Randolph Fitzhugh (1747–1805), built Chatham Manor on property across the Rappahannock River from Fredericksburg, Virginia, completing it in 1771 after 3 years of construction. It still stands today as the National Park Service Headquarters for the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. The Fitzhughs lived a lavish life there that included experimental farming and horse racing. After the Revolutionary War, as the economy floundered, Fitzhugh sold Chatham Manor and 1,288 acres (5.2 km2) to Churchill Jones for $20,000.
About 1799, William Fitzhugh bought the house at 607 Oronoco St., Alexandria, Virginia, that has become known as "The Boyhood Home of Robert E. Lee." The house was built in 1795 by John Potts, Jr. After William Fitzhugh's death, it then passed to William Henry Fitzhugh, his only son, and was rented to the Lee family.
Fitzhugh had built another mansion, Ravensworth, in 1796, where North Springfield, Virginia, is now located. This was his country home, with the Alexandria one being his townhouse. Ravensworth stood until about 1925, when it burned under mysterious circumstances.[2]
William Fitzhugh and George Washington visited one another frequently until Washington's death in 1799, with Washington mentioning Fitzhugh in his diary and the two serving together on the Pohick Church vestry.[3] Fitzhugh was the last person that Washington visited outside of Mount Vernon before his death in 1799.
Fitzhugh graves at Pohick Church; William's is on the extreme left
Fitzhugh served in the Virginia House of Burgesses between 1772 and 1775. When that assembly was dissolved by Virginia colonial governor John Murray, 4th Earl of Dunmore, Fitzhugh continued to serve King George County, Virginia in ad hoc conventions held in Williamsburg and Richmond. He was also a member of the Revolutionary Committee of Safety in 1774-75. During the American Revolutionary War he was a commissioner of two arms and munitions factories. He served as a member of the Virginia House of Delegates in 1776–1777. He was a Virginia state senator in 1780–1787).[4]
Fitzhugh was chosen as an elector for the 1789 election from Westmoreland District.[5] That District consisted of King George County, Lancaster County, Northumberland County, Richmond County, Stafford County and Westmoreland County, which cover the area between the Rappahannock and Potomac Rivers.[6] All of the 10 electors who voted cast one of their two votes for George Washington. 5 of them cast their other vote for John Adams. 3 cast theirs for George Clinton. 1 cast his for John Hancock. 1 cast his for John Jay.[7] In a letter written by James Madison to Thomas Jefferson on March 29, 1789, 'Mr W Fitzhugh of Chatham' is described as a Federalist [8]
Family[edit]
He was the great-grandson of English immigrant Colonel William Fitzhugh who came to Virginia in about 1671 and owned 54,000 acres (220 km²) when he died in 1701. William of Chatham inherited most of the land. As a child he suffered the loss of an eye when accidentally hit with a horse riding crop by one of his stepbrothers. His mother was Lucy Carter, daughter of Robert "King" Carter.
In 1804 Fitzhugh's daughter Mary Lee Fitzhugh was married in the parlor of the Alexandria townhouse to George Washington Parke Custis, grandson of Martha Dandridge Custis Washington and adopted grandson of George Washington. In 1831 their daughter, Mary Anna Randolph Custis, married Robert E. Lee.
His wife was Ann Bolling Randolph (William Randolph II and Elizabeth Beverley's granddaughter).[9] This Randolph connection made Ann Fitzhugh cousin to Thomas Jefferson, a visitor to their home in Fredericksburg.
Fitzhugh died in 1809 at the age of 69, leaving behind the three of his children who survived to adulthood. He was initially buried at Ravensworth, but when the mansion was destroyed, his remains and gravestone were moved to Lorton's Pohick Church cemetery.
^ "FITZHUGH, William - Biographical Information". Retrieved 25 October 2016.
^ http://braddockheritage.org/content/vault/Stuntz_Mayo_c092fa2e92.pdf
^ http://www.nps.gov/frsp/gwchat/htm
^ William Fitzhugh at National Park Service web site for Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park Retrieved September 8, 2012.
^ The Documentary history of the first Federal elections, 1788–1790, by Gordon DenBoer, Volume 2, page 303
^ http://elections.lib.tufts.edu/aas_portal/view-election.xq?id=MS115.002.VA.1789.00027
^ The Documentary history of the first Federal elections, 1788-1790, by Gordon DenBoer, Volume 2, pages 304-5
^ Cited in 'The Documentary history of the first Federal elections, 1788-1790', by Gordon DenBoer, Volume 2, page 408
^ Some Prominent Virginia Families. Retrieved 9 December 2014.
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1200 Everett Ave is quintessential Highlands. A generously proportioned Queen Anne Victorian with flare to spare on three levels. Exterior is fantastic, new rear sun porch, kitchen and bath. Two Master suites. Grand woodwork and a magnificent landing with stained glass that shines gloriously at the right time of day. Three car garage off of the alley. Full privacy fence. Located in the heart of the Cherokee Triangle, this home is a short distance from Cherokee, Tyler and Willow parks. One block from Bardstown Rd, with its myriad shops, boutiques, pubs and fine eateries. Minutes to downtown. This neighborhood is bike friendly and Cherokee park has a very nice walking loop.


Amy Friend is one busy woman. She has a fantastic blog, "During Quiet Time", has written several books, is an inspiration to follow on Instagram (not least because of her productivity and the range of her work) and now she's designing fabric. Improv is a beautiful mix of subtle and versatile prints that immediately start working with everything else in your stash. They're also pretty together.
Spark - Amy designed a very pretty pattern called "Tranquil" available for free on the manufacturer's website here. There is a small amount of foundation paper piecing, just enough to get you interested if you're a newbie. If you're in the shop, you'll see we also have some beautiful Amy Friend quilt patterns that would be perfect for this collection.


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Memoirs of an Invisible Dan (2011)
Dan is about to be announced as author of "Inside" so he gives a copy of the book to Blair, Serena, Nate, Chuck and Rufus hoping they will be supportive at his upcoming book party. In the book, Dan described Serena as the "old Serena": drinking, dating teachers, being shallow, partying, reckless, and having random sex. Nate doesn't receive a character description, but is joined with Eric . Chuck is the only one in the book whom is described as he really is: lonely, cynical, without friends or families. The book talks about Blair and Dan having sex, and when Louis reads it he says he can't trust Blair anymore. Blair is afraid she will have to raise the baby on her own if he leaves and finally tells Serena. Louis apologizes for his behavior and agrees to trust Blair. Even Rufus becomes angry and alienated with Dan when he says he had never regretted leaving the music industry to have a family, until upon reading the book, which portrays him as marrying Lily just for money. Meanwhile, Diana makes the connection of Ivy and Charlie being the same person and forces Charlie to work for her at Spectator. Also, Serena's boss tells her to get the film rights for "Inside" and that she has only one week.
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Brandon Randolph (Yonkers, Nueva York, ) es un baloncestista estadounidense que pertenece a la plantilla de los Wisconsin Herd de la G League. Con 1,98 metros de estatura, juega en la posición de escolta.

Trayectoria deportiva

Universidad
Jugó dos temporadas con los Wildcats de la Universidad de Arizona, en las que promedió 8,2 puntos y 2,1 rebotes por partido. Al término de su temporada sophomore se declaró elegible para el Draft de la NBA, renunciando así a los dos años de carrera universitaria que le quedaban.

Profesional
Tras no ser elegido en el draft de la NBA de 2019, disputó las Ligas de Verano de la NBA con los Minnesota Timberwolves, promediando 2,5 puntos y 1,0 asistencias en los dos partidos en los que intervino.

En octubre fue elegido en la sexta posición de la segunda ronda del Draft de la NBA G League de 2019 por los Sioux Falls Skyforce, quienes lo despidieron antes del comienzo de la temporada. En diciembre firmó con los Wisconsin Herd, con los que, hasta el parón por la pandemia de coronavirus, promedió 6,4 puntos y 2,7 rebotes por encuentro.

Referencias

Enlaces externos
 Bio en arizonawildcats.com
 Ficha en Realgm.com
 Estadísticas en la NCAA

Nacidos en Yonkers
Baloncestistas de Nueva York
Baloncestistas de los Arizona Wildcats
Baloncestistas de los Wisconsin Herd

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Die Ersatz-Brigade Großdeutschland, später Panzer-Grenadier-Ersatz-und-Ausbildungs-Brigade Großdeutschland und Panzer-Ausbildungs-Verband Großdeutschland, war eine deutsche Infanterie-Brigade des Heeres im Zweiten Weltkrieg.

Geschichte
Die Ersatz-Brigade Großdeutschland wurde am 1. Juni 1942 als Stab für die Ersatzeinheiten Großdeutschland in Cottbus (Wehrkreis III) aufgestellt.

Vom 10. Februar 1943 bis 1. Januar 1944 bestand bei der Brigade auch eine Ausbildungs-Abteilung Schnelle Truppe (ab 13. August 1943 Panzer-Truppen-Ersatz-und-Ausbildungs-Abteilung). Am 1. August 1944 wurde eine Offizierbewerber-Schule eingerichtet.

Anfang Februar 1945 war die Brigade als Alarmeinheit in der Region Forst eingesetzt. Am 10. März 1945 wurde die Brigade zur Auffrischung der Panzer-Grenadier-Division Brandenburg verwendet.

In Schleswig-Holstein wurde 1945 eine Panzer-Grenadier-Ersatz-und-Ausbildungs-Brigade Großdeutschland aufgestellt. Diese wurde am 4. April 1945 für die Aufstellung des Panzer-Ausbildungs-Verband Großdeutschland herangezogen.

Gliederung
1942
 Infanterie-Ersatz-Regiment (mot.) Großdeutschland
 Artillerie-Ersatz-Abteilung Großdeutschland

Kommandeure (Auswahl)
 Oberst Bodo von Wartenberg: vom 20. Mai 1942 bis 1. November 1942
 Oberst Willy Langkeit: Ende 1944

Literatur
 Georg Tessin: Verbände und Truppen der deutschen Wehrmacht und Waffen-SS im Zweiten Weltkrieg 1939–1945. Band 14: Die Landstreitkräfte. Namensverbände. Biblio-Verlag, Bissendorf 1980, ISBN 3-7648-1111-0, S. 95+96.

Gegründet 1942
Aufgelöst 1945
Infanterie-Brigade (Wehrmacht)


I am a Scottish medium and have joined with two colleagues, Suzette Carlyle and Karen McCagh, to form the Soul Sisters of Spirit. All three of us were mentored by a world renowned medium, named Mavis Pittilla, and are certified and accredited to speak in Spiritualist Churches.
My father, who was a child of the Depression and hated his truck-driving job, told me many times that I should go to college so that I could do something I enjoy.
My father was a celebrated veteran who, before I was born, lost one of his legs on a Vietnam battlefield.
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Even though I always had an entrepreneurial spirit, I spent years in the corporate world because I didn't know exactly what business I wanted to focus on.
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This is is, folks! The finale! The end! The very last piece of Genesis! I can't even bring myself to write the names of all the guests featured in the episode because it's literally all of them! We all finished off Genesis together is this extra-long episode. I hope you enjoy it because gosh it was fun.


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Senate Agriculture Committee Reports Child Nutrition Bill: Farm to School Included; Conservation Cuts Major Point of Contention
On Wednesday, March 24, the Senate Agriculture Committee approved the child nutrition reauthorization bill (Healthy Hunger-Free Kids' Act of 2010) by unanimous consent. The bill increases spending on nutrition programs by $4.5 billion over the next ten years and includes several important school meal program improvements including improved access, nutritional standards, and per meal federal benefit.
As we reported earlier, the draft bill from Ag Committee Chair Blanche Lincoln (D-AR) also included $25 million in mandatory funding for the Farm to School program. In Lincoln's "manager's amendment" that was approved today, she lifted that amount up to $40 million. In addition, the manager's amendment included the improved Farm to School program language from Senator Patrick Leahy's (D-VT) Farm to School bill. The Leahy bill would provide $50 million, and work is ongoing to try to achieve that funding level by the time the bill goes to the Senate floor.
The Leahy bill gained three additional co-sponsors this week – Senators Franken (D-MN), Tester (D-MT) and Stabenow (D-MI). Eight members of the Senate Agriculture Committee are now official co-sponsors out of 17 total co-sponsors.
The child nutrition reauthorization bill as reported out of Committee today also includes three funding cuts to offset the additional $4.5 billion being invested in school meals and nutrition programs. In addition to cuts to SNAP Ed, as the food stamp education program is now known, and the bonus commodity program, the bill cuts $2.8 billion in farm bill mandatory spending budget authority for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) over the next ten years.
The major debate and only roll call vote of the day was over an amendment offered by Ranking Republican Member Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) to remove the cut from EQIP and substitute an even larger cut to the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). After a debate in which nearly all Senators speaking said they regretted cutting conservation at all, the amendment then failed on a nearly strict party-line vote of 11-10. Senator Nelson (D-NE) was the sole Democrat to vote with the minority.
The Chambliss amendment would have cut CSP by $3.2 billion, replacing the $2.8 billion cut to EQIP and also funding a $100 million commodity purchase for the emergency food assistance program (TEFAP) and $275 million to pay for a reduction in the area level of poverty necessary to qualify for the summer food program from 50% to 40%.
In holding the line for her offset package and defeating the Chambliss amendment, Chairman Lincoln indicated she would work with Senators to try to increase the total funding available to improve school meals and to find different or additional offsets that could pass on the Senate floor.
Both the Chair and former Chairman Tom Harkin (D-IA) noted that funding for EQIP would still increase relative to current levels, even with the cutback, and both also noted that they would attempt to block the Agricultural Appropriations Subcommittee from taking additional cuts to EQIP beyond the cut in the bill. They also noted the Chambliss amendment unwisely reduced the farm bill baseline by an even larger amount than the Lincoln proposal. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) noted the Chambliss amendment would disproportionately impact fruit and vegetable growers.
Senator Stabenow filed two amendments to improve the farm bill conservation program technical assistance budgets for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The amendments do not require additional funding, but attempt to make the best possible use out of existing funding. The amendments did not come to a vote, but the Chair indicated she would continue to work with Senator Stabenow to try to reach an accommodation before the bill reaches the Senate floor.
An amendment by Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) was accepted by voice vote with no opposition to authorize an organic food pilot program that would provide competitively-awarded grants to school authorities to create pilot efforts to buy more organic foods for the school meal programs. The measure would still need to be funded by Agricultural Appropriations for the program to get off the ground.
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[…] programs overall (compared to $4.5 billion approved in the Senate Agriculture Committee); and to make sure these funds aren't taken from the hides of other important programs for low-income families, farmers, and the environment. USDA also just announced a proposed […]
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[…] update posted yesterday at the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition Blog noted that, "[T]he draft bill from Ag […]
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I tend to lean towards keeping the government out of regulating meals. What your kids eat should be a parent's concern, not the state's.


While production was slightly down for the country's mineral commodities, their value grew by almost 6 percent to P108.64 billion in 2017 as prices improved and nickel — which is widely used in over 300,000 products for industrial, transport, consumer and architectural applications — made a big comeback in terms of cost.
For the calendar year (CY) 2017, the Philippines' metallic mineral production value advanced by 5.73 percent, or P5.89 billion, from P102.75 billion in 2016 to P108.64 billion.
The positive performance was due to the improved trend in world metal prices brought about by tight supply and robust metal demand, Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) said yesterday.
To be exact, the leading metals copper, nickel and gold all enjoyed upturns during the period.
"Prices were primarily driven by stronger demand from China's infrastructure and manufacturing sectors coupled with supply disruptions in the world's key copper and nickel mines," MGB said.
As of now, Philippines has remained one of the world's biggest nickel exporters, with bulk of its production being shipped to China.
To be exact, the combined output of nickel direct shipping ore (DSO) and mixed nickel-cobalt sulfide (MNCS) took the second spot with 39 percent, or P42.67 billion, share, while gold accounted for the lion's share with 42 percent, or P45.63 billion.
In 2016, gold outperformed nickel by a whopping P7.21 billion.
Third was copper with 18 percent, or P19.30 billion, as contribution. The remaining 1 percent, or P1.04 billion, came from the collective values of silver and chromite.
As for prices, top gainers were the base metals copper and nickel with 23.29 percent and 7.57 percent growths, respectively. From an average price of $2.20 per pound in 2016, copper price went up to US$2.72 per pound in 2017. Nickel likewise grew from US$4.35 per pound to US$4.68 per pound year-on-year.
Gold followed suit, with its average price accelerating by about US$10.21 per troy ounce, from US$1,247.44 per troy ounce to US$1,257.65 per troy ounce, year-on-year.
Gold's production, on the other hand, went down by 2 percent from 23,053 kilograms (KGS) in 2016 to 22,699 KGS, while silver's output declined by 10 percent from 35,186 KGS to 31,748 KGS. Copper production was also down by 16 percent from 335,665 DMT to 280,394.
United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the decline was still due to the continued suspension of as many as one-half of the country's mining operations for failing to meet environmental standards.


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In fact, questions like "how to make a million" or "how to earn a million" (or even better — "get a million") — are of little use. Stash makes sense for something specific – for example, an apartment or a car. However, as an example to illustrate the process of collecting money and investing in reliable tools, this amount fits good.
How long will it take to save a million virtually any?
Will try to simulate the situation.
Let's say you put 10 000 virtually any a month and, using the advice of our site, successfully put them under 20%, which helps to combat inflation and receive additional income. Let's do a sample calculation.
In the first year, you simply Deposit funds with small sums to invest, it makes no sense. By the end of the year, thus accumulating 120 000. Then you begin to actively manage their small capital yet.
(The following are the simplified calculations as does a fixed amount of additional savings — 120 thousand a year. In fact, everything will be a little faster — after all, capital is constantly added 20 thousand and the money begin to work immediately, bringing additional interest. On the other hand, it is not always possible to find such a profitable investment that gives 20%, so the calculation time will be relatively correct. Why do such a calculation? Just because tinkering with for months, greatly complicate understanding).
As you can see, in the fifth year the investment income exceeds the amounts that are deposited every year. The output is the amount one and a half times our , which was separated from the family budget. At the end of the sixth year get a sum of considerably over a million. So works the magic of compound interest.
Of course. Needed for this or a larger initial investment (obviously) or even more efficient management. At the same time, if the goal is to accumulate, the interest rate of 20% per annum looks quite decent: it is considerably higher than inflation and at the same time achievable. To achieve a larger income is also possible, but this is not without risk, which is beyond acceptable for our purposes.
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Radio Prague remembers leading Czechoslovak scholar Professor Skilling
Portrait of H. Gordon Skilling, by Maria Gabankova
One of the world's foremost scholars of 20th century Czech and Slovak history, Gordon Skilling, died peacefully at the age of 89 in Toronto over the weekend. David Vaughan has more.
Professor Skilling first came to Prague in 1937, where he worked for the international service of Czechoslovak Radio, today's Radio Prague, at the same time as completing his doctoral thesis. He witnessed the tragedy of the Munich Agreement in 1938, and shared some of his memories of the time in an interview with Radio Prague two years ago:
Professor Skilling also witnessed the darkest moment in Czech 20th century history, when the Nazis marched into Prague six months later in March 1939, an event that always haunted him. He never lost his love for Czechoslovakia and in a long academic career wrote many books about the country. On hearing of his death, President Havel spoke of Professor Skilling as a personal friend, who had played no small part in helping to return Czechoslovakia to democracy. Radio Prague spoke with one of Professor Skilling's students from the University of Toronto, Linda Mastalir, who started by telling us something about his work as a historian. Professor Skilling's autobiography "The Education of a Canadian: My Life as a Scholar and Activist" was published in Canada earlier this year. He will be fondly remembered at Radio Prague.
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At CrossPointe Church we have a Women's Ministry out of a desire to see our women grow and develop in their relationships with Christ and each other.
We will have quarterly brunches where we will share food, fellowship and fun. The next brunch is March 30th at 10 am in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a brunch dish. Sign up in the lobby. Check out the Facebook event here.
Geri Armondi at 919-333-1389 or geri.armondi@gmail.com.
Ladies are all invited to the Ladies Bible Study that takes place in the Youth Room Tuesday mornings at 10 AM. Please join with other ladies in our neighborhood for a fellowship, prayer, and Bible study each week. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Cooke at 904-264-4764.


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Times will get tough, it's just a part of life. There are, however, many comforting quotes to boost your morale and provide strength.
Life isn't always easy, then again, sometimes it is. But for the sake of argument, let's say this is the worst time of your life. Let's say you feel as though you want to give up. Don 't do it. Don't let your tough times get the best of you. Before you let the tough times take control, consider reading a few comforting quotes.
They cannot take away all your problems, but they can give you strength to make the right decisions in this difficult time.
Comforting quotes are statements that give you a different perspective on your problems. They help you see the bigger picture in life. So, you've lost your job, well, first of all, you need all the help you can get. Boosting your morale is a good start. Let's read a few comforting quotes that might give you a little push.
Here's one for those who struggle with low self-esteem. You see, not all problems are about losing jobs or dealing with automobile trouble. Some problems cannot be touched with the human hand.
Some problems reside within our minds and have to be dealt with in a different way. If you feel inferior because of another person, it's time to see their attacks as childish, These verbal attacks reflect them more than you. You are just as beautiful and talented as the next guy.
The past may have been hard for you. I can relate to this. The future may be frightening as well. I can also relate to this fact as my anxiety tends to make me worry about what's going to happen. Yes, it's hectic sometimes and you feel trapped by your past and your future…uggh.
Well, remember this, you have this powerful core inside of you. You have the ability to do anything you want and face anything head on. No matter how controlling the past and future may seem, it's nothing compared to what you can accomplish or what you can deal with.
This quote from the movie, G.I Jane, is tough. The truth is, sometimes you need a tough comforting quote to go up against these tough times in life. No one likes to hurt, I get it, but the pain is sometimes necessary for life. Here's a secret.
Pain not only hurts, no this is not its only role in your life. Pain also forms who you are. So, when it hurts so bad inside, use this hurt to build you, strengthen you, and give you a purpose in life. One more thing, pain can also be a compass, pointing you in the right direction and helping you make the right decisions.
When you encounter a tough problem, think of this comforting quote. Try to see your problem in a different way. When things happen, don't stop and fall apart. Instead of letting your problems block you from the good things in life, use the problem to guide you….just as I mentioned about the pain, you see!
This comforting quote is sad as well. Unfortunately, people fail by not holding on long enough. Many individuals give up right before the breakthrough comes. So, the important thing to remember is to give it your all, be patient, dig in, and take some time to work on your problems before running away from them. If you give things a little time to work out, they may, indeed, get better.
First off, there will be many tough times. The key is to stay strong and not let these tough times destroy you or your standards. One of the best parts about these tough times, however, is that they make you who you are.
Just think about it, after the problems are over, you will be an even better individual than you were before. You will then see your true strength.
Before you decide to throw in the towel, sit down and read a few of these comforting quotes. You will be surprised how effective these little statements can be. I sometimes read through quotes like this when it seems I am at my wit's end.
Life is hard, I know honey, but life was not promised to be easy. So, what shall you do with life today? I hope you take hold of those tough times and turn them around. And if it takes some patience, don't panic. Life changes all the time, and this too shall pass.


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"Never let anyone tell you that you can't do the job you want."
By Editorial Staff | September 22, 2019
Naseem grew up in a big family in the diamond-rich country of Botswana. The youngest of six children, her childhood was competitive and Naseem had to toughen up to keep up with her older brothers and sisters. "I had to fight to be heard and seen, so I learned how to make sure my voice was heard!", she recalls.
With two working parents who both owned stores, Naseem also had a good idea of what she didn't want to do. "My father ran a general dealer store, my mum sold gas and then she had a grocery store. Every holiday we'd be in my dad's shop. I vowed never to work in a store again. I definitely needed more variety!".
Naseem did well at school, moving through both the state and private school system in Botswana with her hopes set on a successful career in business. After graduating, she met her husband on a fishing trip and was married at 18 years of age, just after she enrolled to study accounting at the University of Botswana. "I knew what I wanted, I have always had a plan," says Naseem. "My philosophy is you can do more when you are young. If I can say I got anything right it was starting my family at an early age."
As a young newlywed, Naseem completed her accountancy degree, had her first child, qualified as a Chartered Accountant, then went on to obtain a Masters degree in strategic management at the University of Derby in the UK. "I had a lot of support from my husband and family," says Naseem. "My husband owns tourism and hospitality businesses and knew how important my career was to me. At the same time I never put my work before my family either – I've always prioritised my kids and job so they are on par."
Just before having her second child, a daughter, Naseem started working as an accountant in the coal mining industry. Unusually for Naseem, this career move happened to be accidental. "My husband isn't Motswana and we had an issue with his work and residential permit, which meant we had to move to a town called Palapyei. I was lucky enough that at the time there was a position at a mining company and I got that job. The same company ended up being taken over by the Debswana Diamond Company. "I knew I'd found the right industry for me. It was dynamic and every day was different. I fell in love with it," said Naseem. "The mining industry in Botswana is critical to the economy and when I went into coal mining I understood how critical it was. But coal has a smaller economic impact than diamonds. 80 per cent of our exports are diamonds and they bring the majority of income into Botswana."
Looking back, Naseem realised then that the diamond industry had played a hand in her success. "My schooling and university in Botswana was paid for by the diamond industry not to mention roads, hospitals, schools and infrastructure, because our government is shareholder; benefiting from dividends, taxes and royalties that the Botswana diamond world produces. My awareness of this created a real passion in me. I decided I'll try to be first female Managing Director of a mining company in Botswana because any decision I make while running this business will have a direct impact on improving people's lives within my country."
Although Naseem had made this her goal, it was not an easy task. "As a woman it is a lot harder to rise. But another problem I had is that I'm a chartered accountant by profession. Back then, I was trying to become a managing director in a mining business without technical experience such as mining or geology."
Naseem knew that this prejudice against her was wrong. "As a Chief Finance Officer or a chartered accountant you have to understand your entire business. So why could I not break through the glass ceiling? I kept saying I could do the job. I became CFO for Lucara
Botswana, and after five years, their new female CEO saw my potential and promoted me to Managing Director. At last I had achieved my goal."
Being promoted to MD is the proudest achievement of Naseem's career. As well as recognizing decades of hard work and commitment, it has also opened doors for women following in her footsteps.
"Before my promotion I was the only woman in the boardroom. Then our new CEO came on board and about 75% of the board is female."
"70% of my exco team are women. The numbers are increasing."
The year that Naseem became MD, the company improved their maternity leave policy, created more flexible working and lately through COVID, has come up with schemes to support employees working from home with young children. There is also no gender pay disparity at Lucara Botswana.
Naseem's advice to girls who wish to get to the top of their industries is "Never let anyone tell you that you can't do the job you want. Be tough, work hard and stay focused. If you're not progressing, tweak your journey; you may have to take another turn to get to the right place. Never give up and keep your eye on the prize, as long as you do that you will get there!".


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Nagababu Press Meet on Sri Reddy Controversy
Actor and producer Nagababu held a press meet in Hyderabad on Wednesday i.e. on April 18 to speak about Sri Reddy's protest against casting couch in Tollywood. It is known that Sri Reddy has been making headlines with her protest against the casting couch in the Telugu film industry and the denial of opportunities to Telugu actresses. Recently she used derogatory language against Power Star Pawan Kalyan just for advising victims to file cases in a media interaction recently. She even shown her middle finger in public to Pawan kalyan.
Speaking at the press meet, Power Star Pawan Kalyan's brother and producer Nagababu said, "I have served for MAA as a president. This association always tries to find solutions for any issue. It is only there for the welfare of the actors and not to guarantee roles for the Telugu artists. It's the producers' choice to select the artists and it's their right.
Reacting aggressively on Sri Reddy's abuse on Pawan Kalyan, actor Nagababu said, "Our Telugu film industry has respected women. Just because of few people they have always been shown in bad light to the world. It is not fair to talk about someone's personal life. The family will not be silent. We are silent only because our family is a strong one and we have so many important things to discuss. Don't assume our silence as our weakness. When I explained the situation to my mother, she said, "It's ok. Handle it the right way as Sri Reddy is a women as well." We even asked our fans to be silent."
Nagababu reiterated, "While casting couch is a serious issue, the way to get the justice would be to file a complaint. Not just in Telugu film industry, the problem is everywhere. I suggest young girls not to fall into the traps."


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Walmart raises gun-buying age to 21, joins Dick's and others
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Walmart announced on Wednesday that the company will no longer sell guns and ammunition to people under the age of 21. And, Kroger announced Thursday that it would no longer sell guns or ammunition at its Fred Meyer stores to anyone under 21, either.
Walmart decided to assess their firearm policy "in light of recent events."
"Going forward, we are raising the age restriction for purchase of firearms and ammunition to 21 years of age. We will update our processes as quickly as possible to implement this change," Walmart said in a statement.
"We are also removing items from our website resembling assault-style rifles, including nonlethal airsoft guns and toys. Our heritage as a company has always been in serving sportsmen and hunters, and we will continue to do so in a responsible way," Walmart said.
The public has been demanding tighter gun regulations after the Florida high school mass shooting on Feb. 14 that left 17 people dead.
Walmart is not alone in such decisions. The nation's largest sporting goods retailer, Dick's Sporting Goods, also announced on Wednesday that they would raise the age for the sale of all firearms to 21 and also stop selling assault-style weapons.
Walmart claims the company hasn't sold "modern sporting rifles," the type that was used in the Florida school shooting, since 2015.
"We also do not sell handguns, except in Alaska where we feel we should continue to offer them to our customers. We take seriously our obligation to be a responsible seller of firearms and go beyond Federal law by requiring customers to pass a background check before purchasing any firearm," Walmart said.
Seventy percent of Americans generally support stricter gun laws, according to a recent CNN poll.
The hashtag "BoycottNRA" swept social media recently and corporations have changed their policies as a result, with several terminating their business relationships with the National Rifle Association (NRA). Both BlackRock and Bank of America have plans to do something similar.
"Even if we disagree with management, we focus on engaging with the company and understanding how they are responding to society's expectations of them," BlackRock spokesperson Ed Sweeney said in a statement.
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Breaking Up Right: What to Do When Good Employees Leave
By Carolyn Heinze (Systems Contractor News) 2016-08-26T08:30:00Z Business
When you consider how much time, effort, and money companies spend on recruiting and training the best people, employers are usually less than thrilled—angry, even—when a good employee announces it's time to part ways. But the reality is, your highest-performing employees will probably leave, presenting you with a choice: Do you tell them not to let the door hit them on the way out, or do you lay the groundwork for a solid, fruitful relationship long after they're gone?
Susan Reilly Salgado Susan Reilly Salgado is founder and managing partner of Hospitality Quotient, a management consultancy based in New York City. Like her firm's name suggests, Salgado and her team counsel organizations on how to apply the principles of hospitality in the business environment to create positive workplaces, and therefore, happy employers, suppliers, and customers. Unsurprisingly, Salgado advises employers to check their egos at the door when an employee informs them of their pending departure. "We have to ask ourselves: What is best for the employee and what's best for the company?"
Growth, she noted, happens in a number of different ways, and sometimes an employee leaves a company in order to grow. When this happens, it's also an opportunity for the organization to grow. "We've seen it on our own team, where people who we never thought we could live without, when they depart, it creates this enormous opportunity for the company," she said. "You reimagine a position or a role on a team that you would never have considered as long as that fantastic employee was in it. And that's such a huge opportunity."
Cliff Ennico Opportunity also presents itself where the employee is going: They could wind up being your customer. Or, said Cliff Ennico, a Fairfield, CT-based contracts lawyer and author of 15 books for business owners, including Small Business Survival Guide, they may have been hired by your customer, and this employee's entrance into the organization could unveil a new set of opportunities you didn't have access to previously. "If GE is a big customer of yours and one of your employees gets a job offer from GE, that could be the best possible thing that could happen to you, because now you have a friend on the inside," he said. When an employee leaves, he added, it's necessary to be pragmatic about the negative things that could arise as a result, but it's also important to look at the bright side.
Jay Myers Jay Myers, president and CEO of Interactive Solutions, Inc., an AV design and integration firm based in Memphis, TN, and author of Hitting the Curveballs: How Crisis Can Strengthen and Grow Your Business and Keep Swinging: An Entrepreneur's Story of Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Small Business Success, relays the story of one summer early on in his career as a business owner where two key salesmen announced their departures. One now works at Cisco, and actively provides leads and supports ISI's sales efforts. The other now owns his own company that develops recording and streaming products, of which ISI is a buyer. "You want to be able to maintain a solid professional relationship [with those departing employees] because, very frankly, they may be able to be of value to your company—they know a lot about it if they've been with you," he said.
An employee's departure also provides the occasion for business leaders to do some soul-searching, Salgado notes. "It's very important to ask yourself: Why is this person leaving? And to ask them why they're leaving," she said. In some cases, there is no way for you to compete against their reasoning: If they're opting to take a job that significantly reduces their commute, therefore enabling them to spend more time with their family, chances are you're out of luck unless you can work out a more flexible telecommuting position, for example. "But if they're leaving because of a workplace issue, or because of the job design, or because they've been wanting to grow and they can't grow, then you have to ask yourself: Am I really thinking about my employee practices and ensuring that I'm creating an environment where my team can thrive? Because if you have winners on your team—really great people—they're going to want to grow." And if you can't—or won't—provide that opportunity, chances are they will move on.
One of the issues that small-and medium-sized businesses face is that even though they may love the idea of helping their employees grow, there are only so many positions within the company, and only so far an employee can climb the ladder. But Salgado reminds us that just because an employee secures a new, more challenging, position with someone else, it doesn't necessarily mean that you've lost them forever. "If you maintain a really strong and positive relationship with that person, they may go off to another job, learn a whole bunch of new stuff that they never would have learned with you, and in two years, you may have another job open that they are now more qualified for than they ever would have been if they stayed with you because they're bringing this outside experience with them," she said. "We've seen in organizations where people then want to come back because they realize how good they had it. And if you've had a great relationship and they've been a good employee, then you welcome them back with open arms."
Carolyn Heinze is a freelance writer/editor.
Non-Competes: A Good Idea?
It's perfectly natural for employers to worry that if an employee leaves for the competition, they're going to take business with them. Some opt to protect themselves against this by having employees sign non-compete agreements. The question is: Do they work?
"It's getting harder and harder to enforce the traditional non-compete clause in an employment agreement, the one that says, 'for two years after your termination, you cannot work for another company that competes with us,'" said Cliff Ennico, a contracts lawyer based in Fairfield, CT, and author of 15 books for business owners, including Small Business Survival Guide. "Courts are striking these down left and right now because they feel such agreements by their very nature deny a person the right to earn a living."
Instead, Ennico counsels employers to focus on agreements pertaining to confidentiality and trade secrets, provided that they're carefully worded. "You should say, very specifically, what information you consider proprietary or confidential; the narrower the definition, the more likely it will be enforced in court," he said. If your confidentiality clause covers any information the employee learned during their tenure with your company, it's likely that your agreement will get thrown out of court. "But if you say 'your specific involvement on a project that develops a product or service for the company' is to be treated confidential, that is much more likely to be enforced because that's specific. You have to be reasonable; you can't claim anything the employee learns is confidential information. But if you limit it to things that you really, legitimately think are trade secrets, it's much more likely to get enforced." He adds that employers should also consider putting a non-solicitation clause in their employment agreements that says the departing employee may not direct any business away from your organization to another business—a competitor, or their new employer, for example—usually for a period of two years.
Ennico also advises employers to include a term in their employment contracts saying that should the employee leave to work for another organization, the employer has the right to share that contract with the individual's new company. "You need to have the right to send the agreement to the people that hired them and say, 'Please be advised—we see that you've just hired Joe and we wish him well, but you should be aware that he's subject to an agreement with us and here it is,' without having to worry about any kind of privacy lawsuit or something like that coming back at you."
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It has been over a year and a half since the Federal Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act was passed boosting safety standards for swimming pools nationwide, yet a recent study finds that over one thousand public pools in Illinois fail to meet the new safety standards. These pools were found to be operating in Chicago area aquatic parks, hotels, fitness clubs, apartment complexes and even some schools. In fact the study found that nearly 243 public pools fail to meet federal safety standards, yet almost all of these pools remain open.
The safety act was passed to combat faulty drains and drain covers that were implicated in causing serious injuries and even deaths in Illinois area pools. The new law mandates pools to install anti-suction drain covers with domed tops. These covers create a tighter seal and also do not contain large holes through which hair can get trapped. The most common injuries suffered at these ill-equipped pools result from entrapment in drains, entanglement of hair in drains and even rare cases of disembowelment where a swimmer's intestines are suctioned out through a drain cover. The Illinois Department of Health has revealed that fewer than 100 of the public pools necessitating modifications have been equipped with proper drains. DuPage County has its own system of handling permitting and compliance and reports that only 20 of its 619 pools are not in compliance.
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import React, {PropTypes} from 'react';
import TweetListButtonGroup from './TweetListButtonGroup.react';
import TweetListFilterBar from './TweetListFilterBar.react';
import TweetListFilteringAndSortingInfo from './TweetListFilteringAndSortingInfo.react';
import TweetListTweetsOutput from './TweetListTweetsOutput.react';
import TweetListModalInfo from './TweetListModalInfo.react.js';

/**
 * This component is used for showing 50 latest tweets of a user if gathering the tweets using Twitter API
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 * <TweetListFilterBar> - component for filtering tweets
 * <TweetListFilteringAndSortingInfo> - component for showing current filtering and sorting info
 * <TweetListTweetsOutput> - component showing the tweets (filtered and sorted if filtering/sorting is applied)
 * <TweetListModalInfo> - component showing modal window containing basic statistics concerning the tweets
 */
export default class TweetList extends Component {

  constructor(props) {
    super(props);
  }

  render() {
    return (
      <div className="tweet-list">
        <TweetListButtonGroup dispatch={this.props.dispatch}/>
        <TweetListFilterBar filterString={this.props.filterString} dispatch={this.props.dispatch}/>
        <TweetListFilteringAndSortingInfo filterString={this.props.filterString} currentSortingProperty=
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  areTweetsLoading: PropTypes.bool.isRequired,
  currentSortingProperty: PropTypes.string.isRequired,
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5 of the best views in the Lake District
The Lake District is synonymous with outstanding beauty. This vast region of chocolate-box villages, rolling fells and sprawling lakes has inspired poets, authors and artists, which makes narrowing down to the five most beautiful spots somewhat difficult.
Still, we've had a go.
If you can only visit a few places and seek true beauty, check out these spots in the Lake District during your stay.
1. Tarn Hows
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Tarn Hows is one of the most picturesque spots in the Lake District. And the fact that Beatrix Potter left it to the National Trust proves it. This man-made lake offers stunning views of the surrounding greenery and fells, which reflect off the calm waters – creating symmetry that photographers adore.
There's a 1¾-mile trail surrounding Tarn Hows which is wheelchair-accessible. Find a spot on the grass for a picnic to relish a spot of serenity for an hour or two.
2. Scafell Pike
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You can't talk about beautiful spots in the Lake District without mentioning the view from the peak of Scafell Pike, England's tallest mountain. It's a hike best left to the experienced: the quickest route to the summit of this 978-metre tall mountain takes a minimum of two hours. Climb to the top on a clear day, and you'll be rewarded with sweeping views as far as Scotland, Wales, the Isle of Man and even Ireland (not to mention the Lake District in all its glory).
It's probably wise to check the weather forecast before attempting to ascend this giant of nature. The easiest trail starts at Wasdale Head, and plenty of signs will keep you on track.
3. Kirkstone Pass
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If you're more of a motorist than a climber but still admire a beautiful view of nature, you should drive along the Kirkstone Pass, which connects the postcard-perfect towns of Patterdale and Ambleside. Take the opportunity to stop at pullover areas for stunning views of the fells.
Just beware – the drive is a little daunting. It's the highest motor pass in the Lake District with lots of narrow sections. Drive with caution around the blind curves and up the steep hills.
4. Grasmere
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Choosing the most beautiful town in the Lake District takes some serious deliberating. In the end, we decided it was impossible to pick, but everyone can agree that Grasmere is truly picturesque. It's filled with stone houses and traditional tea shops where you can relax with a cuppa by the lake.
Many of the quaint buildings line narrow rivers that run through parts of the town. And, of course, there are plenty of nature trails. The Coffin Trail, as eerie as it sounds, is one of the best routes to take in the area's natural beauty.
While you're in Grasmere, check out William Wordsworth's former home, Dove Cottage. For stunning views of the lake and a spot of afternoon tea, head over to Faeryland Café. Sit outside with a cake, or rent a colourful rowing boat to see the sights from the water.
5. Kendal Castle
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Do you like a view of nature that takes you back in time? The ruins of the 12th-century Kendal Castle are an incredible sight alone. But the sweeping countryside vista views from its hilltop location only add to its beauty appeal. If Kendal Castle tweaks your thirst for history, head to the Kendal Museum to see interactive exhibitions. You can view a reconstruction of this architectural gem before it was left to ruin.
To see some of these gorgeous places in real life, check out our Lake District Tour with Afternoon Tea tour. It's the perfect way to see one of the UK's most beautiful places. Plus, you get to eat scones. What's there not to love?
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H.Res. 326 (116th)
H.Res. 326: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through a negotiated two-state solution.
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This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that only a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can ensure Israel's survival as a secure Jewish and democratic state and fulfill the legitimate aspirations for a Palestinian state. It also expresses the sense that any U.S. proposal to achieve a just, stable, and lasting solution should expressly endorse a two-state solution and discourage steps that would put a peaceful resolution further out of reach.


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A number of sawfly species are important defoliating pests of ornamental trees in New Hampshire. The damage is done by the larvae which are caterpillar-like, resembling moth or butterfly (lepidopterous) larvae.
Description and Damage
To differentiate sawflies with lepidopterous larvae, count the number of pairs of prolegs on their abdomen. Viewed from the side, the first segment is the head. Then there are three thorax segments. The abdominal segments are after the thorax. Sawfly larvae have six or more pairs while lepidopterous larvae have five or less and their prolegs bear small hooks called crochets. Sawfly prolegs (the fleshy legs on the abdomen) do not have tiny hooks (crochets) on them. Another distinguishing characteristic is the number of eyes on the side of their head capsule. Sawfly larvae have one on each side while lepidopterous larvae usually have six on each side (forming a c-shape).
Sawfly larvae often feed in groups (are gregarious) and strip one branch of needles or leaves before moving on to another branch. Most sawflies prefer old needles but some species also feed on new growth. Severe defoliation can cause trees to die.
When mature, the larvae spin tough capsule-like cocoons on the ground, in the litter, or on trees. The wasp-like adults emerge from the cocoons and lay eggs singly in slits cut in the needles. These slits are cut by a saw-like ovipositor, from which sawflies get their name.
The following sawflies are important pests in New Hampshire:
Red-Headed Pine Sawfly (Neodiprion lecontei): This native sawfly is one of the most destructive species of sawflies attacking pines. Pines having needles in clusters of two to three are preferred, such as red, Scotch, Jack, pitch, and mugo pines. Occasionally Eastern white pines may be attacked.
Full-grown larvae are yellowish-white with six rows of conspicuous black spots and a reddish head. Red-headed pine sawflies spend winter as prepupae in capsule-like cocoons in the ground. After pupation, the emerged females lay eggs in the previous year's needles. The newly hatched larvae feed in groups on new and old needles defoliating branches. They become full-grown in 25-31 days. When ready to pupate, they drop to the ground and spin a reddish-brown cocoon. There can be more than one generation per year. Most feeding takes place in May and June.
European Pine Sawfly (Neodiprion sertifer): This species was introduced in the U.S. in 1925 and is now established throughout New England. It prefers red and Scotch pines, but also attacks mugo, Jack, and Japanese pines.
During late summer to early fall, newly emerged adult females lay eggs in the current year's needles. The eggs hatch in April to mid-May. The larvae feed gregariously on older needles, but do not injure new growth. Full-grown larvae are grayish-green and about 7/8" long. They have a lighter longitudinal stripe down their middle bordered with two whitish lines and a greenish or blackish stripe which can be broken into a series of spots. Their head and thoracic legs are black. Pupation occurs in late August or early September. There is one generation per year. Trees stripped in successive years may die.
Yellow-Headed Spruce Sawfly (Pikonema alaskensis): This sawfly feeds on all spruces. The larva is light green with a brown or reddish-yellow head and a green stripe on each side of its body. It spends winter as a prepupal larva in a cocoon. Adults appear in early June and lay eggs in needles. Larvae feed on new growth from mid-June to mid-July. There is only one generation per year.
Balsam Fir Sawfly (Neodiprion abietis): This species prefers balsam fir but also feed on spruce. The larvae are dark green with six black stripes. Their head is black. The overwintering eggs hatch in May and feed for a month. Pupation occurs in cocoons on trees or on the ground. Adults appear in August and oviposit in needles.
Balsam Shootboring Sawfly (Pleroneura brunneicornis): Mature larvae spend winter in cocoons on the ground. Adults lay eggs in the expanding buds of balsam fir in early May. The larvae feed in tunnels excavated in the center of new shoots. Mined shoots die and turn reddish-brown, resembling frost damage.
Introduced Pine Sawfly (Diprion similis): This species was introduced from Europe in 1914 and is now present throughout the northeast. It prefers white pine but also feeds on Scotch, red, Jack, and mugo pines. When fullgrown, larvae are about 1" long with a black head. Their greenish-yellow body have a double brown or blackish stripe the entire length of their back. The sides of their body are dark brown mottled with yellow and black.
They spend winter as prepupae with adults appearing from May to mid-June. Females deposit eggs in the edge of older needles. Young larvae feed gregariously while older larvae feed singly. There can be two generations per year plus a partial third generation.
Introduced pine sawfly larvae. Credit: Dode Gladders, University of New
Hampshire.
IPM Strategies:
Cultural Practices - The best management is preventive measures related to plant health. Correct plant selection, proper site selection when planting, and then continued recommended cultural care ensures that plants are in excellent health. The better condition a plant is in, the more damage it can tolerate without affecting its health status. If sawflies are in small numbers, you can clip out the colony and destroy the larvae.
Biological Control - Natural enemies, such as rodents, birds, and predacious and parasitic insects play an important role in reducing sawfly populations. Often we employ biological insecticides containing Bacillus thuringiensis to control caterpillars. These products DO NOT control sawflies, so it is important to read the description on how to tell sawflies from caterpillars.
Chemical Control - Sometimes chemical insecticides are recommended in protecting young conifer plantations.
For specific chemical controls consult your county Extension Specialist for recommendations.
Stop! Read the label on every pesticide container each time before using the material. Pesticides must be applied only as directed on the label to be in compliance with the law. All pesticides listed in this publication are contingent upon continued registration. Contact the Division of Pesticide Control at (603) 271-3550 to check registration status. Dispose of empty containers safely, according to New Hampshire regulations.
Download the resource for the complete factsheet.
Stanley R.
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Extension Specialist Emeritus, Entomology
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Parallel to the third agreement, the U.S. Department of Justice settled criminal proceedings against Volkswagen AG by arguing for crimes of conspiracy, obstruction of justice and importation of goods by false statements; and U.S. Customs and Border Guards have resolved civil fraud involving Volkswagen from illegal importation of affected vehicles. Details of these resolutions are not on this page. It was the first time the company has pleaded guilty in a world court, a company spokesman said, and comes as the automaker tries to get out of the car industry`s most costly scandal. "Volkswagen deeply regrets the behaviour that led to the diesel crisis," said Matthias Muller, Chairman of the Volkswagen Group`s Executive Board. Since all this has been brought to light, we have worked tirelessly to get things in order for our affected customers and we have already made some progress in this direction. The agreements we have with the U.S. government reflect our determination to fight faults that are contrary to all the values that cost Volkswagen so much. This is a big step forward for our company and for all our employees. On October 18, 2016, Volkswagen obtained provisional authorization to settle the claims of some 650 VW franchise dealers in the United States for TDI vehicles involved in the diesel case and other issues raised regarding the value of the franchise.
The Court has scheduled an oral hearing on January 18, 2017 to decide whether the proposed agreement would be definitively approved. With their terms, the agreements announced today resolve Volkswagen`s liability under U.S. law and are not intended to settle Volkswagen`s liability, if any, in accordance with the laws or regulations of a jurisdiction outside the United States. Volkswagen continues to cooperate with the DOJ`s investigations into human behaviour and with the investigations of the prosecutors` office in Brunswick and Munich, Germany. In order not to jeopardize or otherwise interfere with ongoing investigations, the company will not comment on the facts or conclusions of Jones Day`s work. "Volkswagen deeply regrets the behaviour that led to the diesel crisis. The agreements we have reached with the U.S. government reflect our determination to fight faults that are contrary to all values that cost Volkswagen so much," the company said in a statement. "Volkswagen is not the same company today as it was 18 months ago." "Her honor, VW AG pleads guilty to all three counts because she is guilty of all three counts," Doess told the court. If you would like to contact the Department of Justice about the admission of guilt, you can contact the Victim Helpline free of charge at (888) 549-3945 or by email at victimassistance.fraud@usdoj.gov.
If the accused does not plead guilty that day, a provisional trial date will be set and we will update this site with the scheduled date and time. U.S. District Judge Sean Cox accepted the company`s guilty plea for conspiracy to commit fraud, obstruction and entry of goods on charges of false charges and filed an April 21 sentence, where he must decide to approve the terms of the plea agreement.
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