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Q: LEFT JOIN in MS Access with multiple criterion and without duplicates May I ask for your help for the below task using SQL left join statement in Microsoft Access? Thank you!
Objective (Please also refer to the below tables):

*

*The number of records in the result table (A + B) should be identical to that of table A

*The valueB1 mapped from table B to table A should be the closest value smaller than valueA1 of the corresponding id in table A

*If all of the valueB1 for the same ID in table B are greater than the valueA1 of the corresponding id in table A, then use the lowest valueB1 in table B

Table A (Input)
Id  ValueA1
A   10
B   20
C   30

Table B (Configuration table)
id  ValueB1
A   20
A   30
A   40
B   15
B   25
B   35
C   18
C   28
C   38

Table A + B (Expected result)
id  ValueA1 ValueB1
A   10      20
B   20      15
C   30      28

A: Only SQL non-VBA solution I can immediately see uses domain aggregate functions.
SELECT TableA.ID, TableA.ValueA1, Nz(DMax("ValueB1","TableB","ID='" & [ID] & "'
        AND ValueB1<" & [ValueA1]),DMin("ValueB1","TableB","ID='" & [ID] & "'")) AS ValueB1
        FROM TableA;

If that performs slowly with very large dataset, VBA custom function might be better.

A: Here is a working sample in MS SQL Server:
Select 'A' as Id, 10 as ValueA1 into #A
Insert into #A (Id,ValueA1 ) VALUES ('B', 20), ('C', 30)

Select 'A' as Id, 20 as ValueB1 into #B
Insert into #B (Id,ValueB1 ) VALUES ('A', 30), ('A', 40)
Insert into #B (Id,ValueB1 ) VALUES ('B', 15), ('B', 25), ('B', 35)
Insert into #B (Id,ValueB1 ) VALUES ('C', 18), ('C', 28), ('C', 38)

SELECT #A.Id, #A.ValueA1, coalesce(Max(Minors.ValueB1), Min(Majors.ValueB1))
FROM #A
      LEFT JOIN (
                  SELECT #A.Id, #A.ValueA1, Max(#B.ValueB1) ValueB1
                    FROM #A LEFT JOIN #B ON #A.Id = #B.Id
                   WHERE #B.ValueB1 < #A.ValueA1 GROUP BY #A.Id, #A.ValueA1
                 ) Minors ON Minors.Id = #A.Id
      LEFT JOIN (
                   SELECT #A.Id, #A.ValueA1, Min(#B.ValueB1) ValueB1
                     FROM #A LEFT JOIN #B ON #A.Id = #B.Id
                    WHERE #B.ValueB1 >= #A.ValueA1 GROUP BY #A.Id, #A.ValueA1
                 ) Majors ON Majors.Id = #A.Id
GROUP BY #A.Id, #A.ValueA1

DROP TABLE #A
DROP TABLE #B

I think that with small changes you can adapt this to MS Access, for example the coalesce function that keep the first not-null element can be replaced with NZ(field1, field2)
Here is Access compatible version:
SELECT TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1, Nz(Max(Minors.ValueB1),Min(Majors.ValueB1))
AS ValueB1
FROM
   (SELECT TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1, Max(TableB.ValueB1) AS ValueB1
    FROM TableA LEFT JOIN TableB ON TableA.Id = TableB.Id
    WHERE TableB.ValueB1 < TableA.ValueA1
    GROUP BY TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1
   ) AS Minors
RIGHT JOIN
   (
     (SELECT TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1, Min(TableB.ValueB1) AS ValueB1
      FROM TableA LEFT JOIN TableB ON TableA.Id = TableB.Id
      WHERE TableB.ValueB1 >= TableA.ValueA1
      GROUP BY TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1
     ) AS Majors
     RIGHT JOIN TableA ON Majors.ValueA1 = TableA.ValueA1
   )
ON Minors.ValueA1 = TableA.ValueA1
GROUP BY TableA.Id, TableA.ValueA1;


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Jeep Compass Lease Deals
If you want an SUV that can handle both muddy tracks and tarmac, then the Jeep Compass is an excellent choice. It draws from the American brand's 80-year history of building off-road-capable vehicles, fusing genuine go-anywhere ability with all of the modern interior features and technology you'd expect from a mainstream family car. It also comes with a varied engine and drivetrain line-up, ranging from regular front-wheel-drive models to the flagship trail-rated Trailhawk.
Select makeJeep
Select modelCompass
Jeep Compass Sw1.5 T4 e-Torque Hybrid S Model 5 Doors DCT
0-62mph10 Seconds
Jeep Compass Sw1.3 T4 GSE 4xe PHEV Limited 5 Doors Auto
Electric Only Range30.5 Miles
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Jeep Compass Top Features
Strong off-road ability.
Economical entry-level engines.
Lots of rear legroom.
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Practicality and Storage
With the Jeep Compass having a wheelbase 70mm longer than its sister car, the Renegade, it's actually similar in size to something like a Nissan Qashqai. So it's not surprising it offers a respectable amount of space for rear passengers. The rear seats can accommodate 3 adults at a push, but it can be a bit of a squeeze. Rear legroom is excellent, though, and headroom is also decent enough for taller adults – although it's worth noting the optional panoramic sunroof does lower the ceiling height slightly. The 438-litre boot is easy to access, with a wide tailgate and a flat floor making it easy to load bulkier items. Fold the rear seats down and 1251 litres of storage becomes available.
The Compass gets a large central storage cubby under the armrest, although the glovebox is slightly narrow for a car of this type. The front door bins are reasonably large, but the rear bins can only hold a medium-sized water bottle.
The most efficient version of the Compass is the entry-level front-wheel-drive diesel – powered by a 1.6-litre engine that returns a claimed 43.5mpg. Opt for the larger 2.0-litre diesel, and 4-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox become standard. This version trades fuel economy for extra pulling power, managing up to 38.7mpg.
For drivers who do fewer miles, the petrol engines offer affordable running costs. The base front-wheel-drive petrol is not far behind the equivalent diesel, with the 140hp 1.4-litre engine managing up to 36.7mpg. The 170hp version of the same engine is equipped with 4-wheel drive and an automatic gearbox, meaning fuel economy tumbles to 30.7mpg.
Jeep Compass Trim Levels
The key rivals for the Jeep Compass are the Peugeot 3008, Ford Kuga, Nissan Qashqai, Volkswagen Tiguan and SEAT Ateca.
One area where the Compass falls short of its rivals is in the way it drives – with the Ford Kuga being the best in the class. Equally, the interior of the Compass is well designed with a respectable amount of equipment, but it lacks the modern techy feel of the 3008 and the latest Qashqai.
That said, the 4-wheel-drive models boast great off-road ability with an array of switchable modes to help tackle almost any type of terrain. Therefore, if you want a family SUV that is a capable all-rounder, it's an excellent choice.
•Is the Jeep Compass reliable?
The Jeep Compass shares its engines and drivetrains with several other models built by the Stellantis group, including the Fiat 500L and the Jeep Renegade – meaning it uses tried and tested parts so it should be dependable. The Jeep Compass also has advantageous coverage compared to rivals, with a 5-year/75,000-mile warranty.
•How much boot space does the Jeep Compass have?
The Compass has a 438-litre boot, expanding to 1251 litres with the rear seats folded down.
•What Jeep Compass trim levels are available?
The Jeep Compass range starts with the base Longitude trim level, followed by Night Eagle, Limited, S and the flagship Trailhawk model.
•Does the Jeep Compass have parking sensors?
No, front and rear parking sensors are only standard on the Limited and Trailhawk trims, with the S model getting standard rear sensors. All models are fitted with a reversing camera.
•How practical is the Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass is a similar size to the Nissan Qashqai and offers more legroom for rear passengers. The interior is spacious and features several well-designed storage bins. The boot is a decent size too, with a flat floor making loading easier.
•Why is the Jeep Compass so popular?
The Compass is an offbeat alternative to the standard family offerings from Ford, Nissan, Peugeot and SEAT, which also happens to be a thoroughly competent off-roader in 4-wheel-drive specification.
•Why Lease with Vanarama?
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To find out more about how contract hire works, take a look at our easy-to-understand guide to car leasing.
Why Lease A Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass boasts a unique set of talents – with rugged styling, a spacious interior, modern technology and great practicality all blended into one package. It's also a unique leasing alternative in the family compact-crossover/SUV class, with copious amounts of off-road ability that its rivals can't match.
The interior of the latest Jeep Compass has moved on from the budget feel of the old model and is now far better quality. Its 8.4-inch UConnect infotainment system has a crisp display that's easy to read. It also has a simple menu system, with most essential tasks requiring only 2 or 3 clicks to access.
Thanks to its off-road heritage, the Jeep Compass excels off the beaten track – with its vast array of talents and switchable driving modes meaning you can drive it equally safely on wet fields, muddy tracks, snow and gravel. Jeep's 'Active Drive Low' set-up adds a crawling gear ratio to help it climb steep inclines, with the engine able to send all of the power to 1 wheel if needed.
Around town, it's quiet and comfortable and on faster roads, hard acceleration means the engines can become quite vocal, but the Compass becomes a hushed motorway cruiser once up to speed.
Under the bonnet, the entry-level diesel uses a 120hp 1.6-litre engine, getting the Compass from 0-62mph in 11 seconds – an adequate time rather than a groundbreaking one. The range-topping 2.0-litre diesel increases power to 170hp and improves pulling power. It's fitted with 4-wheel drive and a 9-speed automatic gearbox and takes 9.5 seconds to get from 0-62mph. The petrol engine is a 1.4-litre unit which can be specced with 140hp or 170hp. The 0-62mph run takes 9.9 seconds for the lower output – with the more powerful version taking 9.5 seconds. Again, opting for the more powerful version adds 4-wheel drive and a 9-speed automatic box as standard.
Jeep Compass SUV
The standard body style for the Jeep Compass is a 5-door, 5-seat SUV. It's available with a choice of petrol and diesel engines, manual or automatic gearboxes, and front- or 4-wheel drive.
Trim Levels Available: Longitude, Night Eagle, Limited S, Trailhawk
All versions of the Jeep Compass are well equipped with LED taillights, 17-inch alloy wheels and electrically folding mirrors. Inside, standard-fit equipment includes keyless entry and start, dual-zone climate control, automatic windscreen wipers, an 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system, satnav, a DAB radio, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Standard safety features include lane departure warning, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror and a reversing camera.
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🇳🇴 Subwoolfer to miss the third Semi-Final of Melodi Grand Prix
25/01/2022 25/01/2022 3 min read Tim J
Today, NRK has revealed that Subwoolfer, who has pre-qualified for the Grand Final and was due to perform this week with their entry "Give That Wolf A Banana"; will be unable to do so this week, as they tested positive for COVID-19.
Subwoolfer skulle etter planen stått på scenen førstkommende lørdag: https://t.co/2avTaOjDoS
— Melodi Grand Prix (@NRKmgp) January 25, 2022
NorthKid to perform on the third semi-final instead
Despite testing positive for COVID-19, NRK has confirmed that the duo will be performing on the fourth semi-final next week. This is not the first instance that this issue has occurred, as one of the hosts, Annika Momrak missed the second semi-final of the competition due to COVID.
NRK has confirmed that NorthKid who has pre-qualified with the song "Someone" will instead be performing in this week's show. NorthKid's vocalist Bilal Saab mentions that despite having less time to prepare, the show must go on.
It came on very abruptly. There is quite a lot to be done in relation to the stage show, and not least rehearsal of the song which we now have one week less on – but as they say: "the show must go on"
Who is competing this week?
This week is the second Semi-Final of MGP. Four acts will compete for a place in the final due to take place on February 19th, 2022. One of the five automatic qualifiers will also perform in this week's show. The following four songs will compete this week
Mari Bølla – Your Loss
Oda Gondrosen – Hammer Of Thor
Sturla – Skår i hjertet (Shards in the Heart)
VILDE – Titans
The automatic qualifier that will perform in this week's show is
Northkid – Someone
Norway in the Eurovision Song Contest
The Scandinavian nation made its debut in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1960, with Nora Brockstedt and the song "Voi Voi", which placed 4th. Since their debut, they have participated 59 times, and made the grand final in 56 of these. In addition, Norway has won the competition three times (1985, 1995, and 2009).
Norway's latest Eurovision participation saw them being represented by TIX with the song "Fallen Angel". During their participation, Norway placed 18th in the grand final, receiving 75 points from the jury and televoters.
Will you miss Subwoolfer this week? Who would you like to see make it to the MGP Final? As always, please let us know what you think by commenting below or on our social media. Be sure to follow 'That Eurovision Site' on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
News Source: NRK
Photo Source: Julia Marie Naglestad/NRK
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Consultation report reveals ambition and innovation key to Oxfordshire Plan
The Oxfordshire Plan 2050 should be ambitious, creative and radical according to Oxfordshire's community.
The Plan is part of the £215m Housing & Growth Deal agreed by the Oxfordshire Growth Board with the Government and is being formed by all Oxfordshire's authorities.
It will set out how best to deliver new homes and infrastructure and other improvements to achieve a better quality of life for all.
In February we invited people and organisations in the county to have their say on our Introducing the Oxfordshire Plan 2050 document.
The document set out our vision and aspirations for the county as well as laying out the current context and issues such as housing affordability, inequality and congestion.
More than 1,200 comments were received during our first six-week public consultation.
We were told the Plan needed to reflect local people's views while being as bold as possible.
And tackling climate change was one of the key priorities people wanted to see embedded in the Plan, along with looking at social and environmental wellbeing.
James Mills, chair of the Oxfordshire Plan Member Sub-Group and Leader of West Oxfordshire District Council, said: "We want this Plan to be the best it can be more the people of Oxfordshire so it was vital we hear from as many of you as possible.
"I'm delighted we had so many comments during our first public consultation but this is just the start of the conversation and as we continue to work on the Plan we will be working hard to ensure everyone gets the chance to have their say."
All the comments received have now been processed and a summary has been published in our Regulation 18 (Part 1) Consultation Report, which you can read in full here: Reg 18 (Part 1) Consultation Report
The report also documents the various consultation activities undertaken to encourage and empower people to have their voice heard.
The comments are being used to help inform the plan-making process moving forwards.
You can sign up for updates about the Plan include notification of the next public consultation here: https://oxfordshireplan.inconsult.uk/consult.ti/system/register
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Horton Street: The Territorials of the 4th Battalion West Riding Regiment leave for war on 5 August 1914
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The terriitorials were part time soldiers hastily recalled from their annual camp at Marske and broughtback to the Drill Hall on Prescott Street where they were kitted out for their war stations. At about noon on 5 August 1914 they were marched down Horton Street to the railway station where they set of for guard duty at Hull and Grimsby. Crowds gathered to give them a good send off and there was great excitement. At the same time there was considerable anxiety about what was going to happen next. Two fictional children, Arthur and sister Cissie, rush to see their father amid all the bustle of his departure. For the moment the family forgets why their father is having to leave them in such a rush but gradually realisation dawn. The picture below was taken on that very day.
What were Territorials?
In peace time territorial soldiers were part-time soldiers who remained in normal civilian life but did weekly drill at the local Drill Hall and attended an annual camp. They were intended for Home Defence in times of emergency.
Image opposite is of the Halifax 4th Battalion West Riding Regiment marching down Horton Street for the railway station on 5 August 1914. Stephen Gee Collection.
How the local newspapers reported the mobilisation of the local Territorials
Over the bank holiday weekend the Territorials of the 4th Battalion (Territorial) West Riding Regiment were away on their annual training at Marske (North Yorkshire).In the early hours of Tuesday 4 August they were ordered to return to their respective homes in and around Halifax, but to remain in a state of readiness.
The Halifax Guardian of 5 August reported:-
Early in the evening the order arrived for mobilisation of all forces. The men of the 4th Battalion (Territorials) Duke of Wellington's Regiment … began to make their appearance in the thoroughfares in their Khaki uniforms … making their way to the Drill Hall … the public thoroughfares became more animated … encouragement to the 'boys' or in any event a look of admiration and hope …
They were billeted overnight in the Council Secondary School between Prescott Street and Oxford Road.
The Halifax Guardian reported their departure from the Drill Hall and down Horton Street to the Station:-
Inside the Drill Hall was a scene of greatest activity, but there was such a precision and regularity observed in all the work … stores were all packed and taken to the station on lurries [sic] and flat carts … mid-day there was a general inspection by the Commanding Officer … assembled in the grounds of the Secondary School … bugle sounded the 'fall in' … the men marched out into Prescott Street , along Portland Place and thence down Horton Street to the Station …immense crowds lined the footpaths and carriageways, the whole distance … given a most enthusiastic send off with rousing cheers … for the moment the war and its terrible consequences were forgotten in the more genial feature of wishing God speed and good luck to the departing Territorials.
Pathe News showing Territorials at Annual Camp (1930) – with sound


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Q: Full outer join: sum per date I have two tables: orders(id, date, qty) A and sales(id, date, qty) B.
I want to know the total orders and sales quantity per day (I may have none or many orders and sales on the same day).
Results should look like this: A.day1 A.qty B.day1 B.qty.
I tried a full outer join but totals per day double.

A: Assuming I understood what you want, you are on the right lines with Full join:
SELECT  ISNULL(o.OrderDate,s.SaleDate),
        o.Total AS TotalOrders,
        s.Total AS TotalSales
FROM    (
            SELECT  OrderDate,
                    SUM(Qty) AS Total
            FROM    Orders
            GROUP BY OrderDate
        ) o
        FULL JOIN (
                    SELECT  SaleDate,
                            SUM(Qty) AS Total
                    FROM    Sales
                    GROUP BY SaleDate
                  ) s
            ON o.OrderDate = s.SaleDate

I have renamed some of your column names (date is not a good name as it is a reserved)
Also, your DBMS isn't specified. The above is SQL Server. If you are using MySQL you will need to substitute ISNULL for IFNULL

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Q: Input capacitance IGBT and MOSFET I measured the input capacitance of a MOSFET and found it was greater than an IGBT. Why is this? Is it due to the Miller capacitance seen in a MOSFET?

A: Miller capacitance is nothing that you can easily measure with a cap-meter. The effect comes from the voltage on one pin falling such that less voltage difference is seen on more of the area, such that more charge can flow on the gate. For an IGBT this effect is not present so much, since the MOSFET in front of the BJT does not see the full voltage swing which a single mosfet would see if it was used instead. Further, since there is more amplification going on in an IGBT, it probably has a much smaller MOSFET inside while the BJT is big.
So it is to be expected that in an IGBT and a MOSFET with roughly the same capabilities, the IGBT has smaller capacity.

A: Miller Effect works like this:

simulate this circuit – Schematic created using CircuitLab


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From magnetism to offshore wind turbines
Behind the Ørsted we know today is a story of development and transformation from a fossil fuel-based to a renewable energy company.
Almost 200 years ago, the physicist Hans Christian Ørsted discovered electromagnetism and laid the foundation for the modern generation of electricity, which is at the core of our business.
Hans Christian Ørsted's ground-breaking discovery was a result of his curiosity, passion and interest in nature. These are all qualities we're highly inspired by, embodying everything we need to create a world that runs entirely on green energy. Moreover, his name was not that foreign to us, since our more then 100 year-old combined heat and power plant, H.C. Ørsted Power Station, is named after him.
That's why we chose the name Ørsted.
From fossil fuels to renewables
Our story begins in 1973 when Denmark was hit by the oil crisis. In order to become less dependent on oil from the Middle East and extract oil and natural gas from the North Sea instead, the Danish State established a company called Dansk Olie & Naturgas A/S (Danish Oil and Natural Gas)
To further ensure Denmark's energy independence, the Danish State wanted to develop a national wind energy industry, which in 1991 led to the world's first offshore wind farm being put i into operation. Vindeby counted 11 wind turbines and could cover the annual energy consumption of 2,200 Danish households.
In 1998, the Danish State announced its plans for another five 150MW offshore wind farms. The development of wind power was well underway. At the same time, the Danish State was working to liberalise the Danish electricity and gas market, and this led to DONG changing its name to DONG Energy in 2006, after merging with the Danish energy companies Elsam, Energi E2, Nesa, Københavns Energi, and Frederiksberg Forsyning. The name marked a change from exclusively being an oil and gas company to being an energy company.
In 2008, we announced that we wanted to transform from being a fossil fuel-based to a renewable energy company, and we began investing massively in the development and build-out of offshore wind farms in Denmark and abroad. At the same time, we began converting our coal- and gas-fired power stations to sustainable biomass.
Our focus on renewable energy has made us one of the world's fastest-growing energy groups, and in order to continue our expansion, we were listed on the stock exchange in 2016.
As we divested our oil and gas business in 2017 to focus entirely on green energy, we also bid farewell to DONG Energy. Our transformation has meant that we've become far too dedicated to renewables to have a name originating from Danish Oil and Natural Gas. It's no longer descriptive of who we are, or who we want to be.
So, on 30 October 2017, we changed our name to Ørsted.
Who was Hans Christian Ørsted?
Hans Christian Ørsted was born in Rudkøbing, Denmark, in 1777. He studied pharmacology and graduated with top grades in 1797. In 1806, he became a professor of physics, primarily teaching experimental physics.
Hans Christian Ørsted sought to discover the fundamental laws of physics, and his countless experiments with the forces of nature led to the discovery of electromagnetism in 1820. From an international point of view, this discovery is his most famous achievement. It paved the way for a number of major technological advances, such as the generation of electricity.
Hans Christian Ørsted thirsted for knowledge. He realised how important the natural sciences are for the way we live our lives, and the difference knowledge can make. That's why he created several natural science societies, just as he played a key role in founding 'Den Polytekniske Læreanstalt' ('College of Advanced Technology'), now the Technical University of Denmark where he served as the first president.
He sowed the seeds of the world as we know it today. His curiosity, passion, and interest in nature encompass everything we need to create a world that runs entirely on green energy.
Ørsted ranked the most sustainable energy company in the world – three years running
It's time for governments and businesses to tackle the climate emergency and limit global warming to 1.5°C. Change isn't easy, but it is possible. Take it from us.


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The Fashion Empowerment Movement
Feminist Fashion Catwalk and Exhibition, 09.09.16
University of Northampton's Changemaker Awards,13.10.16
What Does Feminism Mean Today?
Holly Charlotte Campbell
Fashion in Iran: Censorship, Activism and the Revival
June 26, 2016 ~ hollycharlottecampbell
The fashion industry in Iran has very much seen its downfall in the past year. Lets rewind back to 2015, where there was an insurgence of fashion shows with agencies such as Behpooshi and Darab who were government approved to run fashion shows. Things were starting to look positive for the future of fashion in Iran. Designers, models, stylists and photographers were slowly emerging from the underground fashion scene to make an impact on this monumental shift in industry.
(Models at Behpooshi preparing for a show)
But within the last year, the Iranian government rained on everyone's joyous fashion parade, and shackled the industry with the iron bars of censorship. Shackling, in the literal sense for some. Earlier this year and towards the end of 2015, there was an Instagram controversy storm, whereby over 100 industry people (including models, photographers and make up artists) were arrested in a covert crackdown nicknamed 'Operation Spider 2'. Javad Babayi, Head of cybercrimes court has been quoted in an Iranian local news agency suggesting that the covert operation is being used as a means to, "monitor (the) use of social media by western imperialism powers to change Iranian – Islamic lifestyle.
As a writer, I am currently sitting and writing in the comforts of my western privilege whereby I have the freedom of speech and expression. Notoriously, Iran is not so well known to advocate for these rights. A concept many Iranian industry experts were well aware of. Behpooshi and Darab in particular famously confined under the regulations of the Iranian government in that they ran their agencies in accordance with Islamic values and also used their platforms to promote Iranian fashion rather than the western imperialist dominance Mr Babayi was so concerned about. Behpooshi site has actually (within the last couple of weeks in fact) been shut down.
(From the Behpooshi website)
So why then, were prominent Iranian figureheads such as Elham Arab arrested for "promoting western promiscuity"? Whilst male models and fashion influencers were also arrested, the majority of the arrests fell amongst female models that dared to post photos without the required hijab. Are these arrests concerning the clamping down on western influence, reinforcing Islamic values or is it simply the classic dominance of the patriarchy?
(Elham Arab in court)
The Iranian fashion industry is a huge market, with so much potential and talent. If the industry acts within the confines of Iranian- Islamic values as previously proposed, there is no reason why the Iranian government should not champion the production and influence of fashion within the country. Islamic fashion is certainly gaining momentum, with Dolce and Gabbana releasing a line of headscarf's and Islamic clothing. With the likes of the popular Iranian fashion brand Pooshema, who are pushing boundaries by creating colourful, modern, shorter styles of the traditional manteaux, there is still hope for a revival in the Iranian fashion industry.
(Dolce and Gabbana)
(Spring Summer 2015, Pooshema)
I managed to get into contact with Mahan Farokhmehr, the mastermind behind Darab. Darab describes itself as:
"A designer of special events and conferences in the fashion field. It expands the innovative designs and fashions and follows international professional designers in the way of creating novel and diverse ideas in the fashion industry."
Darab has recently been dismantled. As a beacon of hope in changing and innovating the fashion industry in Iran, the disintegration of the brand will be a shock to many. Mr Farokhmehr has said that his decision on this matter is due to the "industry, as it became the biggest risk for those who want to spend their time and energy on this field". On discussing the decline of the fashion industry in Iran, Mr Farokhmehr expressed his disappointment: "we were hopeful when we started, because we thought we could do something in this industry."
This certainly is not the end of Mahan Farokhmehr career. He is already looking to expand and culminate young Iranian talent from the underground fashion scene. Below are designs by Nastaran Hashemi, which Mr Farokhmehr helped procure and shoot.
"We did Modern But With Traditional Textile and Touch Which Made It look Fashionable and at the same time traditional cause I had this concept in mind that we have to do something that involve our culture and traditions"– Mahan Farokhmehr
"The fashion industry is a new phenomenon in Iran, and my goal is to display a new point of view by presenting designs inspired by different cultures and beliefs, and merging them together, so I can introduce Iran to the global world of fashion" –Nastaran Hashemi
With the likes of Mahan Farokhmehr, Nastaran Hashemi and the mighty underground fashion scene, there is hope that there will be a revival of creativity and fashion in Iran.
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Do You Need Aadhaar With Tax Returns Or Not? What Supreme Court Said
The government has argued that linking tax returns and filings to Aadhaar is essential to check tax evasion.
All India | Reported by A Vaidyanathan, Edited by Indroneil B Biswas | Updated: June 09, 2017 16:23 IST
Aadhaar, PAN cards can be used for income tax returns and ITR filings.
Those with Aadhaar must supply it with tax returns, says top court
Over 1.1 billion Aadhaar IDs assigned already
Privacy advocates, opposition had objected to making Aadhaar mandatory
Starting next month, an Aadhaar ID will have to be listed along with tax returns, the Supreme Court said, agreeing with a new law passed earlier this year. However, the top court cautioned that it is concerned with reports of Aadhaar data being leaked. The government has argued that linking tax returns to Aadhaar- a unique 12-digit ID assigned to every citizen and linked to iris scans and fingerprints- is essential to check tax evasion.
"Our stand is vindicated," said Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi. Nearly 1.1 billion Indians have an Aadhaar ID.
Judges today said that what they have upheld is the constitutionality of the new law. A separate case is deciding on whether making Aadhaar mandatory for tax returns and other processes violates a citizen's right to privacy.
The law passed earlier this year makes it compulsory starting July for the quoting of an Aadhaar number when filing returns as well as when applying for a Permanent Account Number or PAN card, which is a tax code given to each individual. Judges today said that those already assigned an Aadhaar ID must use it for their returns and link it to their PAN card; others can proceed without it.
PAN allows for the tracking of all related monetary information of that entity. Quoting or producing a copy of your PAN card is compulsory in practically every major financial transaction including the purchase or sale of property, and is not restricted to Income Tax dealings.
Some opposition parties including the Left as well as privacy advocates have said that Aadhaar must remain a voluntary disclosure, but Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that while people can use multiple PAN cards for tax evasion, Aadhaar, because of its biometrics, is harder to misuse.
Critics say that the Aadhaar system, which creates the world's largest database of biometrics - does not have enough checks against leaks and can also allow the government illicit and intrusive digital surveillance and profiling of individuals.
The Aadhaar database scheme, started in 2009, was set up to streamline payment of benefits and cut down on massive wastage and fraud.
Last year, amid significant pushback from other parties, the government pushed through legislation that gives central government agencies access to the Aadhaar database in the interests of national security. Government officials said that the government had taken steps to ensure citizens' privacy would be respected and the authority to access data was exercised only in rare cases.
In its assessment of the measure, Delhi-based PRS Legislative Research said law enforcement agencies could use someone's Aadhaar number as a link across various datasets such as telephone and air travel records.
That would allow them to recognise patterns of behaviour and detect potential illegal activities.
But it could also lead to harassment of individuals who are identified incorrectly as potential security threats, PRS said.
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Join Healthy Tacoma for a Town Hall on September 12th at 6 PM to discuss the proposed citywide ordinance for paid sick days in Tacoma. The event will include a panel discussion with local representatives from small business, government, community organizations and labor.
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Daughters of the Vote 2021
The third edition of Daughters of the Vote
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Daughters of the Vote is an ambitious initiative by Equal Voice that began in 2017 to mark the 100th anniversary of some women getting the right to vote in Canada, and the still incomplete journey of women's full participation in politics today.
338 delegates, representing every federal riding in Canada, were selected through an open call for applications to participate in a dynamic political leadership summit in Ottawa. We were fortunate to replicate the event in 2019, and will be doing so once again in March 2021.
To ensure the health and well-being of all delegates, staff, and volunteers, Equal Voice has made the decision to hold the first-ever Virtual Daughters of the Vote Program in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. This means that the 2021 program will be held entirely online.
The program objective is to expose participants to Canada's political institutions and those women and men serving in them – so that they are equipped and inspired to participate in the formal political sphere and take action in their local communities in the years and decades to come.
The program is only possible thanks to support from the Department for Women and Gender Equality, and our corporate and philanthropic partners.
Our Invitation 2021
Equal Voice invites young women and gender-diverse youth, born between January 1st, 1993 and December 31st, 2001 to apply for our Daughters of the Vote program, taking place March 5-8, 2021.
One delegate from every federal riding in Canada will be chosen to represent their community and vision for Canada at the event.
The deadline to apply is October 1st, 2020.
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Paloma Jimenez
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Posted on Jul 26, 2021, Aarya Maharjan
Paloma Jiménez is a Mexican model and actress who has been married to Vin Diesel of the 'Fast and Furious' franchise for ten years. Know more about her down below.
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Paloma Jimenez's Relationship and Scandals
Paloma Jimenez is in a longtime relationship with Vin Diesel. Since 2007, Jimenez and Diesel have been together. He was born in 1967, and she was born in 1983. Therefore he is 16 years older than she is. Hania Riley, their first daughter, was born in 2008, Vincent Sinclair, their first son, in 2010, and Pauline, their second daughter, in 2015. Vin's late co-star Paul Walker inspired Pauline's name.
Paloma Jimenez with her family.
Diesel allegedly cheated on Jiménez, his nine-year partner, according to various claims published in 2016 by questionable news publications citing dubious sources. She considered returning to modeling after learning about the affair and "regaining control of her life." Diesel was said to be terrified about losing her. Vin's representative eventually spoke to the media about the rumors, claiming that the story was incorrect and that the words that they were having marital troubles were "falsehood."
Paloma Jimenez's Net Worth
Paloma Jimenez is a Mexican model and actress with a $5 million net worth. Paloma's modeling job is her primary source of income. Besides that, her boyfriend, Vin Diesel, has a net worth of $225 million as an actor, director, writer, and producer in the United States. Depending on his film output, he might potentially earn $50 million each year.
Paloma Jimenez is a Mexican model and actress.
Vin made $55 million between June 2019 and June 2020 through his different pursuits. An upfront base salary for "F9" accounted for almost $20 million of his profits during that time. He makes additional money through a backend ownership position in the movie that pays a profit share.
Paloma Jimenez's Boyfriend's Salary and Real Estate
Vin Diesel's films have grossed over $7 billion at the global box office. Diesel earned $47 million in 2015, making him the third highest-paid actor globally, thanks to the worldwide box office success of Furious 7, which grossed $1.5 billion. Diesel earned $35 million in 2016, making him the eighth highest-paid actor of the year. He also made $54.3 million in 2017, making him the year's third highest-paid actor.
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The actor paid $562,500 for a 1,517-square-foot home in February 2000. The two-bedroom, three-bathroom property was advertised for $1.4 million in 2016. With three children, he was running out of room. He rented the Hollywood Hills pad for $5,800 per month before listing it. The kitchen is open to the dining room and living room. The master bedroom boasts French doors and beamed ceilings. A sunken tub may be found in the master bath with a pool and a patio in the backyard.
Paloma Jimenez's Career
Paloma Jimenez is a model with a lot of experience. This traditional Mexican beauty was a famous fixture in her country's fashion scene before departing the glamour business to raise a family with Vin Diesel. Paloma has been a brand ambassador for a number of well-known global corporations, including Honda, the world's largest two-wheeler manufacturer, Coco-Cola, and Pantene, a haircare company.
Paloma Jimenez with her boyfriend, Vin Diesel.
In January 2005, she was featured on the cover of the Mexican version of 'Maxim.' She was on the cover of 'Max' magazine a year later. She also walked the runway for Alberto Rodriguez, Carlo Demichelis, Citrico, Guillermo Vargas, Hector Terrones, Jorge Castellanos, Lily of France, and Roberto Villareal at the Ready to Wear – Spring/Summer fashion show the same year. In 2014, she appeared on the Mexican comedy and variety show "Otro Rollo."
Paloma Jimenez's Early life
Karla Paloma Jiménez Denagustin was born in Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico, on August 22, 1983. Jimenez was born in Mexico and raised there before moving to the United States. Paloma is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish. She is a devout Roman Catholic. Karla has not revealed information about her family, siblings, and education.
Paloma Jimenez full name is Karla Paloma Jiménez Denagustin.
The 38-year-old has the perfect features for a model. Her brown eyes and black hair are stunning. She is not on any social media networking sites. On the other hand, her boyfriend is active on social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. This topic will be updated as soon as any new information is provided to us.
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9 Olympic Athletes Who Have Day Jobs, Because Training Doesn't Always Pay For Itself
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Some enterprising athletes can leverage the Olympics into a series of sponsorships — or if you're Simone Biles, the cereal boxes and cash prizes leap into your waiting, superhuman arms — but most Olympic athletes have day jobs outside of their sport. After all, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) doesn't pay athletes to compete in the games, and although some countries pick up the slack for the those who come home with medals, the United States doesn't provide federal funding for the Olympics. That's left up to national sports organizations, and stipends rarely cover the astronomical cost of training, fees, and equipment.
Unfortunately, Olympians have to pay the rent just like the rest of us; the only difference is that they're forced to work around the absurd demands of training at the elite level, which doesn't lend itself well to the typical 9-to-5 schedule. As a result, many athletes have come up with creative ways of achieving their Olympic dreams without going broke — they receive funding from local businesses, compete for corporate grants, and as you'll see below, hold down the kind of part-time work that wouldn't be out of place in your social circle. A former Olympian even started a job-seeking site for ex-athletes who may not have the kind of work history their less athletic peers have built up over time.
In short, the sports world isn't always as lucrative as it's said to be. Here are nine Olympic athletes whose day jobs might surprise you.
1. Ibtihaj Muhammad
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Considering Muhammad made history this year as the first American woman to win a medal while competing in a hijab — she and the U.S. fencing team won bronze yesterday — her day job may not be necessary for much longer. In addition to endorsements from Visa and Dick's Sporting Goods, Muhammad owns her own clothing line, Louella.
2. Laura Graves
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According to Team USA's website, Graves quit her job as a hairstylist to compete in equestrian. It appears to have worked out well so far — on Friday, she and her horse, Diddy, won bronze for the United States.
3. John Nunn
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Race-walker and Army sergeant Nunn will compete at Rio next Friday. Back home, he runs a gourmet cookie business, Ella's Cookies, with his daughter. (Cue the "awww.")
4. Nico Hernandez
When he's not placing on Rio's Olympic podium for boxing, Hernandez works with his father as a lube tech in Wichita, Kansas.
5. Ashley Nee
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Nee, who is currently competing in kayaking for the United States, used to work as an emergency medical technician in Maryland; she now works as an adventure kayaking instructor.
6. Gwen Jorgensen
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Jorgensen had never taken part in a triathlon before being approached by USA Triathlon about trying out the sport. At the time, she was an accountant at Ernst & Young, but now, she is one of the most famous triathletes in the world.
7. Daniel Bowker
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Bowker made his Olympic debut as part of this year's Australian kayaking team, but he's also a self-employed electrician.
8. Chris Wyles
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Wyles, who is playing for the American rugby team in Rio, founded the brewery Wildman Craft Beer with fellow South African player Alistair Hargreaves.
9. Michelle Carter
There's a reason Carter is nicknamed the Shot Diva: She's a certified professional makeup artist who recently became the first woman to win gold for the United States in shot put.


For years the biggest disadvantage of evacuation in companies and offices is the lack of precise information on movement and current location of employees. This is a deadly danger for staff. However, Smart Technology Group solves this problem.
Every time the aim of evacuation stays the same: move all employees from endangered area as quick as only possible. Therefore the system of precise location is a crucial element strengthening evacuation effectiveness. If evacuation coordinator has not a genuine knowledge on employees current location and time, then his chances to act are definitely limited. Consequences of such situation may be tragic. Location ? necessary in real time -is for sure the important element of cooperation between medical , emergency and coordinator himself.
Emergency representatives, right after arriving at the accident scene must be immediately informed if there are any people left in factory. And if they are, it must be known where to look for them.
The disastrous series of accidents in companies and factories is the strongest proof of how potentially dangerous the weak evacuation system of evacuation is. Only naming few accidents is enough to present, how many employees across the world lost their lives or suffered from burning or mental disorders.
One of the biggest fire in factory happened in Bangladesh in 2012. Over 120 people died during unsuccessful evacuation. Rescuers managed to save only these people who reached a roof. Rest of people became jailed in factory. They burnt alive due to lack of tracking people in real time system.
In developed countries the same problem is visible, too. In 2017 in USA in New York, there was a fire in cosmetics factory. Over 40 people were wounded, including 7 fire officers, who did not have correct information how many employees were still in a building.
Fatal evacuations are Europe?s nightmare, too. In 2016 in Ludwigshafen there was a fire which caused a serious damages of six employees, who were sent to hospital for a long treatment. Number of injured resulted from insufficient security provided during evacuation.
In Poland one of the most dangerous accident occurred due to explosion in a powder factory in Mąkolno in Lower Silesia in 2017. It brought severe losses, including death of two employees. Their burnt bodies were found after 5-hour long search.
Seeing such serious gaps in work safety, engineers from Smart Technology Group suggested innovative solution. It is Evacuation Management System: world first-ever product providing evacuation coordinator, as well as other people managing this process, with full information, crucial for employees.
In Evacuation Management System information is equal to safety. Thanks to modern technology, developed by Krakow start-up Smart Technology Group, coordinator knows, how many people has to reach assembly point. He can track employees in a real time and he has an instant access to constantly updated list of employees who have already approached safe point. All process of data transfer is fully automatized. It means that coordinator does not have to make any actions to receive such information. Employees are also automatically identified ? they do not have to initiate any activities.
The main advantage of Evacuation Management System is guarantying 100% effective evacuation and the increase of safety among employees. During evacuation coordinator is obliged to bring all of them to assembly point. Every lost second, mistake during staff counting or wrong information given to rescuers ? all of this can result in tragic consequences. Therefore it is so important to compare as quick as only possible the total number of evacuated employees to those ones who are already safe at assembly point.
With such solution as Evacuation Management System from Smart Technology Group, all fatal accidents mentioned earlier can be eliminated: right after arriving to factory rescuers would learn from evacuation coordinator how many people are missing and what was their last known location.
Evacuation Management System is a reliable and modern system which increases the safety level of employees working in any factory or office.


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Thoughts on the forthcoming Era of Cognitive Computing
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Making Well Structured Work
Here's an attempt to Keep It Super Simple with a Way Path guide that can help any group do the wayfinding of determining its work and the point of its work; To know what work it should be doing and why it should be doing it.
Vision – The Wish Points (WP0): Where We Wish To Go and Why? (the big picture is…) Answer determines The Projects
Goals – The Wanted Prizes (WP1): What We Want To Get There? (we won when…) Answer determines The Products
Strategy – The Willed Plans (WP2): Who Does What When To Get There When? (we're going to…) Answer determines The Processes
Tactics – The Work Producers (WP3): How Does Who Do What? (who shall try…) Answer determines The People
Work – The Work Produced (WP4): Do What? (it's for…) Answer determines The Produce ("fruits of labor" so to speak)
We can see that a clear and shared vision provides a path that guides the group by helping it to define its vision, which clarifies its goals, which guides its planning, which guides its work, which guides its doing.
Once all the work is done, and we get to where we were going, we hope to get the prizes we envisioned. Maybe we get more than we wished for, maybe less. Either way we made what we wanted and the prizes were only part of the point of the journey. For no matter what we do, new wishes make new places to go; making more work, and keep the journey long and prosperous.
And maybe that's our wish anyway; for all of us to have a long and prosperous journey towards making the world we all want to have some day.
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California accuses WM subsidiary and others of deposit fraud
Updated: February 10, 2020 May 3, 2016
by Bobby Elliott
California is aiming to recoup more than $14 million in funds it says 12 companies, including a subsidiary of Waste Management, owe the state's container deposit program.
The accusations, issued between 2013 and 2016, were noted last month in a presentation by the Recycling Program Enforcement Branch of the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle). CalRecycle spokesperson Mark Oldfield confirmed that each case remains unresolved at this time.
"Any suspected improper payments from the program are a concern, and CalRecycle takes such matters very seriously," Oldfield stated.
While the details of 11 of the allegations totaling about $10.3 million are unknown at this time, CalRecycle's accusations against Sacramento Recycling & Transfer Station, which is owned by publicly traded Waste Management and serves as a certified recycling center under the state's deposit program, are detailed in a 28-page document CalRecycle filed on Feb. 16.
American Metals Market first reported on the accusations last week.
CalRecycle claims WM's subsidiary owes just under $4 million for filing fraudulent claims in 2013 and 2014, including the collection of processing payments for out-of-state containers and intentionally mislabeling PET and HDPE containers as aluminum, a far more valuable commodity under the program.
CalRecycle has placed the company on probation for five years, which allows Sacramento Recycling & Transfer Station to continue to participate in the deposit program but results "in a lower threshold for CalRecycle taking disciplinary action," Oldfield stated.
"WM denies all allegations of fraud. The company has a strong commitment to recycling and is working with CalRecycle to resolve this matter," Paul Rosynsky, a WM spokesperson, said in a statement.
The 11 other companies that are the subject of CalRecycle accusations are American Green Recycling, Dougherty's Recycling, Eagle Recycling, Enviro Recycling, J&S Recycling, Jayden's Recycling, Junior Recycling, Mejia's Recycling, PNL Recycling, USA Recycling and Valero Recycling.
In recent years, CalRecycle has attempted to both prevent and identify fraud under the state container deposit program through its enforcement branch. Working in conjunction with the Department of Justice, CalRecycle has announced a number of arrests for fraudulent activities, including eight truck drivers in 2015 alone.
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There is no comparison of space program in between India and China. Our program is entirely different than Chinese. Moreover, China outright procured Soyuz program lock, stock and barrel from Boris Yeltsin's Russia at considerable low price and started their space program. whereas India's program is made out of scratch. As for an example India could send a satellite to Mars that is rotating on Mars space where is Chinese one?
Show one good quality Make In India product that is respected all over the world?
Don't speak, don't boast, don't tell. Just do.
Dont read, dont write, just ignore then.
No! India is NOT less than China. India is more than China.
In Indians mind India is always better than China. Indians prefer to shut their eyes to live in a fantasy world of India First and India the Greatest. But then why are all Indians are so anxious to migrate to the USA, Aussie, UK, even Arab countries which treat Indians as subhuman and pure slaves?
oh man!! you gave it away when you say "we are no less than them". only the one who is second says that. dont get into stupid race. work on what people of this country need. all will be good.
hahaha... Chinese are losing the market after shaking hands with panhoti Pakistan.... that's what happens when dragon tries to make friend with black mice..
Oh most definitely, most definitely! People don't realize how powerful India was historically they will now know as we release upon them like a black cloud from field burning.
LOL.. True initially... But, everything else is ISRO and joint venture with Russia and Israel, which produce beautiful things. Like BrahMos and Barak 8. BrahMos being the fastest supersonic missile in the world and Barak 8, among the best. China is all about stealing, copying and re-engineering inferior products. US at this point is struggling to, create high tech weapons.
ISRO is doing well but comparison with China is thoroughly unjustified. There last manned mission a few years AGO had THREE astronauts aboard. A feat India unlikely to achieve any time soon.
We are proud of ISRO. But we have to accept the truth.
Isro is 50 years behind NASA, 30 years behind Russia and 15 years behind China.
Except Mars mission, we are lagging in all other field to China.
You under estimated Indians. Indians try to win by any means. It may not work as Indians wants, as evidenced by ZERO Indian gold in Olympics. But if BIG mouth boasting and bragging is an Olympic event, Indians would have won all golds.
BTW, never ever try to win any argument with Indians. China found that out way back in 1960's and finally had enough of it and gave Indians what they deserved.
Your overly pessimistic outlook and rather blatant disregard for other people is disheartening. Indian culture is very different from Chinese culture, but ultimately, we are all people, and one should attempt to understand each other rather than divide. That which we learn from each other which is good, we adopt, that which we learn which is bad, we reject and hopefully educate them as well that it is bad.
No, India would have conquered China, making it a Chini Pradesh of the Indian unx. Every Chini would bow to Hindus, jus tlike Hindu bowed to the British. Would that be great? But it could be the other way around, with Pakistan ruling over Hindus. Even better.
Better in lifting micro, nano toys. ISRO must ask France to send a 4.5 tonne India satellite. China can lift 25 tonnes compared to India's 4 tonne midgets.
India will NOT be able to achieve parity with China this way in a PIECE MEAL fashion. All round development required including building of a strong technological infrastructure. India should shed its PSEUDODEMOCRACY first if there is to be progress.China is a technoeconomic GIANT. India won't be able to get anywhere within firing range of the dragon unless it sheds its PSEUDODEMOCRACY first.


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Luxxis Options claims that they are one of the leading binary options and forex brokerages in the online investment industry, yet they lack regulation and licensing.
For any brokerage to be considered a top-rated brokerage this day-and-age, regulation and verifiable licensing documentations are a must!
It should be noted that investing online with brokerages that are NOT regulated or licensed for your residing jurisdiction may be deemed illegal depending where you reside.
The income assertions promoted at Luxxis Options are unrealistically high.
Promoting annual returns between 300% to 420% while failing to disclose a verifiable portfolio history of investments or real insight into how they achieve these asserted ROIs is not only ridiculous but unprofessional.
As if the blatant lack of ownership and operational information wasn't enough, the creators behind Luxxis Options thought they could further entice investors at their site by employing phony testimonials.
These user testimonials are not legitimate and, as you can see below, are nothing more than stock images taken from an online image bank.
LuxxisOptions.com was a privately registered domain that was created on December 23rd, 2017 through the NameSilo, LLC registrar.
As of February 3rd, 2019, Luxxis Options failed to secure any web-rankings amongst market intelligence sites indicating to us that LuxxisOptions.com receives minimum sums if any traffic at all.
Given the information that we have shared throughout our review above, we do not believe Luxxis Options to be a credible nor a trustworthy online investment brokerage.
Luxxis Options is an unregulated and unsupervised investment brokerage operating without corporate oversight.
It is obvious that the creators behind Luxxis Options wished to remain anonymous which is a trait that you DO NOT want to encounter when seeking legitimate investment brokerages.
Let's not forget the unethical and phony 'user testimonials' employed by Luxxis Options either.
Why put your time and faith with a brokerage that deceives and lies to you?
Our advice on the matter is quite simple.
Avoid the Luxxis Options scam by any means necessary!
Verdict: Luxxis Options is NOT Trustworthy!
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Raw! Living & Loving Food!!!: MSM Bomb Recipe!
What is an "MSM Bomb!"??
1-2 Tbs OptiMSM from Ojio or local store. OptiMSM Clean! No heavy metals!
then mixed with an additional cup and a half of good clean water!
Why drink this slightly funky particularly bitter beverage?
Well for one it contains highly Bio-Available Sulfur.
This when employed in this fashion gives a Synergistic Super boost of Sulfur by combining with the benefits of the whole lemon you gain; Anti inflammatory, Anti-Bio tic, Anti Fungal, Anti Microbial & Antiseptic benefits.
My first experience with an MSM Bomb was profound! I released a large volume of mucus which had been lodged in my lungs unbeknownst to me, Smog and other pollutants had contributed to this nasty muck! In the morning after drinking one of these full recipes, "to my dome" at about 4 pm. I awoke earlier and clearer. Once I released that mess. I felt like I had not been breathing! I could take a REAL breath! Filled my lungs like normal but I experienced a hurricane of air entering!
Since discovering this phenomenon I have used warm water and added cayenne during periods where my throat was scratchy or dry, feeling nauseated from making a less than optimal food choice with ginger in the mix.
I recommend playing with this and asking your body what else it may want to add in. If you think of sweetening, stevia. No Sugar!!! Keep it Bitter! Bitter is better, hence the meyers have a fruitier fleshy flavor.
Have fun and enjoy learning for yourself how it benefits you!
Love to read your comments and feedback of your MSM experiences!
Added potency to this powerful tool, eating raw garlic and mushrooms from the higher echelons of the mycelium family. Shiitake, maitake, lions main, morrels, oyster, or hedgehog to name a few.


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Diane Lynn Black (* 16. Januar 1951 in Baltimore, Maryland) ist eine US-amerikanische Politikerin der Republikanischen Partei. Von 2011 bis 2019 vertrat sie den 6. Kongresswahlbezirk des Bundesstaates Tennessee im US-Repräsentantenhaus.

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Diane Black besuchte bis 1971 das Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, wo sie zur Krankenschwester ausgebildet wurde. Im Jahr 1992 bildete sie sich an der Belmont University in Nashville in ihrem Beruf fort und wurde als amtliche Krankenschwester zugelassen. Später hielt sie auch am Volunteer State Community College in Gallatin Vorlesungen zu ihrem Fachgebiet. Sie arbeitete zeitweise auch für Non-Profit-Organisationen.

Zwischen 1999 und 2005 saß Black als Abgeordnete im Repräsentantenhaus von Tennessee; von 2005 bis 2010 gehörte sie dem Staatssenat an. Bei der Wahl 2010 wurde sie im sechsten Kongresswahlbezirk Tennessees mit 67 Prozent der Stimmen gegen den Demokraten Brett Carter in das US-Repräsentantenhaus in Washington, D.C. gewählt, wo sie am 3. Januar 2011 die Nachfolge des nicht mehr kandidierenden Bart Gordon antrat. Im Kongress war sie Mitglied im Haushaltsausschuss und im Committee on Ways and Means sowie in einem Unterausschuss. Innerhalb ihrer Partei gehörte sie zum Republican Study Committee sowie als Mitglied des Tea Party Caucus zu den Anhängern der Tea-Party-Bewegung. Sie trat 2018 nicht zur Wiederwahl an und schied deshalb zum 3. Januar 2019 aus dem Kongress aus. Stattdessen bewarb sie sich 2018 ohne Erfolg in der Vorwahl der Republikaner für das Amt des Gouverneurs von Tennessee.

Sie ist mit dem Geschäftsmann Dave Black verheiratet, mit dem sie drei erwachsene Kinder hat.

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Psychologist Mary Alvord, left, holds a video conference with her colleague, psychologist Veronica Raggi, whom she had scheduled to meet in person, in Chevy Chase, Md., Wednesday, March 18, 2020. For people with anxiety disorders, the coronavirus outbreak presents a new set of worries to deal with, psychologists say.
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Coronavirus on Smart Talk Thursday: Mental health providers face challenge treating from a distance and Pa to see some restrictions eased
Scott LaMar
Scott LaMar has worked in both radio and television for more than four decades.
Currently, LaMar is the Host and Executive Producer of the daily Smart Talk news and public affairs program on 89.5 & 93.3.
Previously, LaMar was WITF TV's Sr. Public Affairs producer and produced the station's award-winning weekly public affairs TV program Smart Talk and the Issues PA series on the Pennsylvania Public Television Network. LaMar has won more than a dozen Pennsylvania Associated Press Broadcast Awards since 2000 and has been nominated for five Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards.
LaMar and Smart Talk have been recognized throughout the Central Pennsylvania community including ADVOZ Lancaster's first "Dignity in Dialogue Award", the South Central Assembly's "Regional Citizen Award" and was named a "Humanitarian Hero" by The Humane Society of the United States/Pennsylvania.
A native of Coatesville, Pa., LaMar has also worked as a broadcast news anchor, sports play-by-play announcer and manager.
April 30, 2020 | 4:04 AM
"We're all in this together." That is a sentiment that we've heard often during the last two months as the coronavirus has changed our ways of life significantly. Staying at home, not being able to visit or even communicate with others, losing jobs, worrying about our finances, and the anxieties that come with protecting ourselves from the COVID-19 virus and becoming ill.
All can affect our mental health.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness has another motto — "You're not in this alone."
The COVID-19 pandemic may leave many feeling alone or not part of a larger community. Especially vulnerable are those who suffered from a mental illness before their worlds were turned upside down.
The restrictions may have an impact on their state-of-mind and treatment.
On Thursday's Smart Talk we'll discuss mental health during the pandemic with Christine Michaels, National Alliance on Mental Illness, NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania, along with Richard S. Edley, PhD., President/CEO, Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association. NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania helpline: 1888-264-7972
Also, Republican State Senator Scott Martin is one of several Lancaster County government and local officials who have questioned why Lancaster County has been designated as a southeastern county in the state's plan to lift coronavirus restrictions. Martin and others say the county is more like those in the south central region and not the heavily populated southeastern counties that may be under restrictions longer than other areas of the state.
It's one of the topics we'll talk about with Sen. Martin about on Thursday's Smart Talk.
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In this post, I'm sharing details about the new ArtsyMemorabilia LIVE Class open for registration.
This new ArtsyMemorabilia LIVE Class will empower your digital skills and enable you to add any non-photo item with an artsy approach to your digital scrapbooking or artistry projects.
You will learn artsy techniques and approaches for incorporating memorabilia in into your digital artistry and scrapbooking layouts.
Official records, documents and certificates.
Hand written postcards, greetings, notes, school assignments, letters and recipes.
Artwork, to include illustrations, drawings and paintings.
Newspaper clippings, programs and events flyers.
Travel brochures, tickets and receipts.
Hand-made arts and crafts, such as knitted blankets, pottery pieces.
Childhood items, such as baby clothes, toys and books.
Special occasion items, such as wedding, anniversary or retirement gifts.
Sports keepsakes, such as medals or trophies.
Military items such as badges, coins, uniform.
This FOCUS session is not exclusive to, but complements and supports, the HeritageLIVE (Self-Paced) class.
Demonstrations and deconstruction of at least 5 digital artistry pages.
This new ArtsyMemorabilia LIVE Class is designed for both Novice and Advanced Digital Artists, Scrapbookers, Memory Keepers, Photographers and Ancestry Enthusiasts wanting to add Memorabilia to your layouts.
Provides inspiration and guidance for incorporating non-photo keepsakes into your artistry.
Increases sentimentality digital artistry and scrapbooking projects.
Enriches the story to yield more meaningful layouts.
Enhances your experience by creating a more exciting creative process.
Master new techniques and approaches to grow your digital artistry skills.
This workshop will initially be delivered LIVE via Go To Meeting platform.
The session is expected to last 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
All students will be able to download the unedited REPLAY in MP4 format shortly after the event.
The REPLAY will be edited into shorter 20-30 minute sessions and made available to all registrants within 2 weeks.
MP4 format files may be uploaded to iTunes for viewing on your smart phone or iPad devices.
Anna this was a great class. I began scrapping our family history a little over 10 years ago and had the idea to photograph memorabilia to incorporate into my pages. I was pleased with the outcome, but your knowledge and insights will improve my skills considerably, both photographically and artistically. The video was packed with great ideas and simple, but effective, techniques for creating layouts quickly and confidently. After I finished the video and reviewed my notes, I was surprised at how much I learned and so happy that I took advantage of it!


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Can any of you kind readers think of a literary character with X?
The one I can think of right now is Xerxes in Frank Miller's 300.
Thanks, I thought of him too. But 300 is far more a famous movie than a book. Maybe I'll discount myself for X.
What's the link to your A-to-Z posts?
Xenophilius Lovegood, father to Luna Lovegood.
Good luck with A-Z posts, you are doing quite well. Almost all of them are my favorites too.
Thank you for your generous comments on my blog. It really made my day. I am glad you like what I write. Some of your poetry is hypnotically beautiful. Do keep up with the good work!
I'm not good enough coding-wise to link in a comment. It's the blog listed as Scouring Monk.
@Aditya: Xenophilius it is! Thanks a lot!
You are kind, your writing is very powerful and magnetic.


Is everyone starting to get ready for Thanksgiving? I can't believe it is already here! Our dolls are starting to get ready for the event, but in the meantime they wanted to show you all the great photos our readers sent in this week.
From Railey – This is Rebecca getting ready to play the piano though she is getting sidetracked by Praline!
From Nini – This is my JLY Elisabeth playing in the leaves.
From Paula – This photo shows Felicity and Samantha ready to travel to the Princess Ball. These dresses might look familiar. I made long petticoats for each and added stand-up neck ruffles to the dresses. I made the matching hooded capes and decorated the hair bands to coordinate. I also made the necklaces and the white/gold draw-string purse. The gloves and shoes were purchased. Sammy and Felicity had a great time at the ball.
From Samira – The AG doll is MyAG 2010 number 16. That bear is a Coconut Build a Bear and the Barbie is Princess and the Pauper Annelise. Lilly, the MyAG doll is wearing 2001 Kelly shirt and knitted skirt! I got Kelly 2 years ago it was in the closet as a gift.
Sharry made a video of her Our Generation Customized Boy Doll for you to enjoy!
Melody sent in a bunch of cute fall photos, but I like this one with her baby doll the best!
From Nina – Last week I celebrated my birthday! My parents gave me a Little Miss Matched doll who now goes by Paisley. They also gave my some new AG clothes. My grandma gave me Springfield Olivia, who I renamed Addison Olivia Penelope Rose (or just Addison!). I am very grateful for all of my presents!
From Teryn – Do you think they have their hands full pet walking?
From Sabrina – My AG doll Charlotte and I were doing a black and white photo shoot. She is wearing an Our Generation dress from a set I have. This was my favorite picture from the photo shoot!
Mya's Ruthie is ready for some snow already. I say no, no snow!
Was anyone just watching animal planet??? There was a thing for Rebecca!!!
Thank you SOOOOOOO much Char for posting my pictures! I love all the others to!
Nice job this week everyone. I might have an idea about throwback thursday, if we could get together winter outfits. I have 2010 snow flurry and 2006 wintry weekend so if anyone else has other years maybe that could be an upcoming throwback thursday!! If its ok with Char maybe next week?
Sounds great – send them in!
Yeah… I got McKenna early for my birthday (which is the 21st… maybe I'll get some birthday luck for those contests:)…) and she was supposedly (probably spelled that wrong) on backorder and she mysteriously ( spelled wrong) came in the mail… hmmm… I'm also supposed to go to the AG place for my birthday but I'm not sure if that's gonna happen because the closest one to me is 5 hours away which is KC. Hmm… My city is big enough! PUT ONE HERE!!!
Ashleigh- my birthday is the twenty-first this month too!
Nice pics! And thanks for posting my video, Char. Hey, Nina, I'm loving that you got Olivia (Addison) for your birthday!
Great pictures, everyone! I hope everyone has a great day with their dolls today. I can't believe her practice wardrobe is sold out, that's so sad.
I adore the our generation boy doll! very cute and pretty cheap dolls too.
Thanks, Sharry! Her hair is much easier to manage than I thought.
Felicity and Samantha look so pretty!
Danny is a hansome( our generation boy) doll, love that idea to change a doll to make what you want, great idea.
Thanks Bernitta. While I can't take the credit for his looks, I'm really glad I decided to buy him.
Awesome photos everyone, and Danny is just so cute.
I can't believe so much of McKenna's collection is sold out! I have a few of her outfits so I'm glad, but I still wanted some of her accessories. Have you guys seen the new Scene Set things? I didn't even know they existed until today! I don't know when they were released, but they have three. My favorite is the diner one.
Ashley– Who has new Scene Set things? AG? Where are they on their website?
@Char I have an idea for Throwback Thursdays too. Do you know how sometimes American Girl comes out with a certain outfit that's actually a remake of an older outfit that was retired years before? You should do a Throwback Thursday comparing some of AG's older outfits with their newer versions.
A note on McKenna: ouch!!! I keep replaying those 4 quiet days in September when her ENTIRE collection was . . .in stock. I wanted her starter set. performance leo and team gear. I had her PJs, school, longed for her umbrella, and decided on her fancy dress, I had the phone next to me. I think AG did not have enough supply to meet demand. Let's be honest here, McKenna first backordered Jan 31st. This did not happen with Kanani, though I cannot speak for Lanie because I was never interested in her. McKenna and her wardrobe should have been made available until Dec 31st – she's GOTY. not GOTM (month). I have a happy ending. I found My Twinn and they chose the Wendi mold for me. This is the "When She Was Young" package. We had great fun personalizing her hair, skin, eyes and I would recommend it to doll collectors who venture beyond AG – I rarely do, but now I want a friend for My Twinn. There are a lot of kids this Christmas who do NOT have a happy ending with McKenna. Maybe for some families, it is tradition to wait for the big day – Hanukkah is very early on the calendar this year and there is still no hope. Not planned well, AG. My mom said when Saige launches, if I have the money and desire, I must buy her with 1 outfit and accessories. Waiting for the fun warmth of summer to add her collection doesn't seem realistic anymore. I feel rushed and that's not what AG is supposed to be.
PS – a crop of really creative pictures. And McKenna lovers don't despair, parents can hide things really well . . .
Venus, that is a great idea.
I do hope I can still get it!
Natalia, I hope you get her! 3 of my friends are asking for her.


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Madhuri Dixit Shares Unseen Throwback Pictures Of Her Kids, Arin And Rayn In Halloween Costumes
On Halloween 2020, Madhuri Dixit and her husband, Dr Nene posted unseen throwback pictures of their kids, Arin and Ryan dressed as different superheroes for Halloween. Scroll down to check them out!
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By Pragati Pal Last Updated: Nov 1, 2020 | 01:49:26 IST
The 'dhak dhak' girl of Indian cinema, Madhuri Dixit had left for the US after her marriage with the US-based surgeon, Dr Sriram Nene. After almost a decade, Madhuri and Dr Nene along with their two kids, Arin and Ryan had shifted to India. Madhuri keeps giving glimpses of her family banters on her social media handles and fans just love it. (Recommended Read: Abhinav Kohli Claims His Estranged Wife, Shweta Tiwari Is Using Her Daughter Palak To Get Rid Of Him)
Some days ago, we had spotted a video on Youtube, wherein, we could see Madhuri Dixit and her husband, Dr Sriram Nene taking the accent challenge. Madhuri was seen saying words in an Indian accent, while her hubby, Sriram had pronounced the same words in an American accent. Check out the funny video below:
Just a few moments ago, on Halloween 2020, Madhuri Dixit and Dr Nene posted unseen throwback pictures of their kids, Arin and Ryan dressed as different superheroes for Halloween. While Madhuri captioned her post as "Happy Halloween everyone! The kids are growing up, but still remember the times we went out on Halloween", Dr Nene wrote, "Happy Halloween. You forgot the good old days when we were able to take the kids trick or treating."
Some time ago, a fan page of Madhuri Dixit had shared a then-and-now picture of the actress with her elder son, Arin, and it was the proof that Madhuri is, indeed ageing backwards! In the frame, on the top, we could see Madhuri holding her baby boy, Arin in her arms as the mommy-son duo had smiled for the camera. The other picture was a recent one, where Madhuri and Arin could be seen sitting on a bench in front of a piano. The duo could be seen smiling for the camera. (Also Read: Suresh Raina Reveals How He Convinced His Wife Priyanka For Marriage, Says, 'Maine Bohot Setting Ki')
On March 18, 2020, Madhuri's elder son, Arin had turned a year older and she had shared a heartfelt birthday wish for him. She had taken to her Instagram handle and had shared a picture with Arin and had written, "Know that when I scold you, it's only because I care, and when I hug you, it's always cause I love you. Wherever life takes you, whatever the goals that you seek for, I will always be so proud of you! I wish for only the best in life for you, and may your birthday be filled with lots of love & laughter. Happy Birthday Arin."
In the year 2019, in an interview with the Mumbai Mirror, Madhuri Dixit had revealed that from her two sons, Ryan and Arin, it is Arin, who is more extrovert. She had revealed, "Ryan is shy and introverted but Arin, who is more outgoing, takes part in school dramas, plays the drum, the tabla and the piano and loves to dance. He wanted to learn hip-hop from me the other day, and I asked him if it was to impress the girls. He was like, 'Awww mom!'" (Don't Miss: Aamir Ali's Daughter, Ayra Ali Walks Holding His Hands, Proud Father Shares Video Recalling Memories)
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Images courtesy: Madhuri Dixit, Sriram Nene
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You know this guy and Skeeter were dipping into Doug's older sisters stash. Look at the what they were daydreaming about.
Quailman was easily a reference for being high.
Eeyore was most definitely suffering from looooong term effects of marijuana. He was always depressed and would try to cure it with getting higher only to find out that coming down made him sad.
Always wondered if he was related to Snuffleupagus.
Most irritable when sober. What do you think he was doing to ease his pain when not working at the Krabby Patty.
How would you handle living next to a sponge and starfish that are way too high for their own good.
This guy was getting very high and his cat was catching a serious contact high. It is the only thing that would explain extreme munchies.
Lets be honest his eyes were never very alert.
His mothers breast milk was definitely tainted. Not to mention his smokers voice.
How else would you deal with Angelica?
Sound off and let us know who else you think might be having too much fun in the animated world?


Natures peace will flow into you as the sunshine flows into trees. It has pushed me out of my front door with my snowshoes on more than one occasion and inspired me to start planning my summer camping adventures, even though its only February. Some call him the patron saint of the American wilderness I call him my newest hero. (Discovery of Glacier Bay this book is ideal for anyone who has lapsed into a state of what I like to call de-nature-ation. Filled with ozone, our pulses bound, and we are warmed and quickened into sympathy with everything, taken back into the heart of nature, whence we came. (The Yellowstone National Park muir at Washington Column, courtesy of Yosemite National Park. Furthermore, he was a prolific and poetic writer, publishing over 300 articles and 12 books. (The Alaska Trip i had been wanting to read some of his work for quite a while, so I picked up this volume of collected essays a few days after committing to this whole reading endeavour back in July. Originally published in 1915. Instead of vanishing as suddenly as it had appeared, it spread and spread until the whole range down to the level of the glaciers was filled with the celestial fire. Muir has also unbeknownst to him soothed the mental chafing I get from reading apocalyptic climate change and habitat destruction literature for my thesis, by bringing me back to the beauty of nature and re-invigorating my will to fight for.
Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Scale: 4/5, inspiration, a billion /5, for those of you who arent familiar, John Muir was a Scottish naturalist who fought for the preservation of wilderness in the United States.
When the highest peak began to burn, it did not seem to be steeped in sunshine, however glorious, but rather as if it had been thrust into the body of the sun itself. Wilderness Essays by John Muir has a rating of stars based on reviews. He brings his reader with him on his journeys physically, emotionally, and intellectually. If youre suffering from global warming burnout (or any other kind of burnout Id recommend a soothing afternoon picnic in whatever piece of wilderness you can find, and a copy of this gem. While its a bit of a departure from the strictly non-fiction, activism-science wave I had been riding (but not as much of a departure.
Part of Muir's attractiveness to modern readers is the fact that he was an activist. Camp out among the grass and gentians of glacier meadows, in craggy garden nooks full of Natures darlings. He also fought to preserve the Yosemite in many ways the most interesting of which may have been his back-country expedition in the deep mountains with President Theodore Roosevelt, alone. His successes dot the Essays. Beneath the frosty shadows of the fjord we stood hushed and awe-stricken, gazing at the holy vision; and had we seen the heavens open and God made manifest, our attention could not have been more tremendously strained. His successes dot the landscape and are evident in all the natural features that bear his name: forests, lakes, trails, and glaciers.