CURRENT - At 7:30am am under a cloudy sky and the temperature is 30. The wind is WSW at 3mph. The humidity is 64% and the barometer reads 30.07 and steady. The high yesterday was 36 and the low 30.
TODAY - Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 38. West wind 7 to 11 mph.
TONIGHT - Mostly clear, with a low around 24. Southwest wind 5 to 7 mph.
Michael R. Haas, V.M.D., M.S.
It's resolution time again. As 2015 recedes into the past, January embraces that ambitious, optimistic part of ourselves that rises from the detritus of yesteryear and avows with passion, "This year I shall do better!" Can you even remember the declarations of 2015? February comes up fast and with it the realization that perhaps we have over-promised ourselves once again. The weight is going up, we haven't started our saving plan, the basement is still a mess ….
This year, instead of promising yourself something, consider resolving to protect and enhance the happiness and well-being of others, namely your pets. There sits Fido, gazing at you with undying devotion, while Tabby begrudgingly grants you leave to share her space, unless it's meal time when you suddenly become her BFF. In fact, they owe their well-being, indeed their entire existence, to you. When you brought them into your home you tacitly agreed to honor that commitment. Now it's time to put up.
You may procrastinate in hauling your own bones into the doctor's office, but at least you have a pretty good idea how you feel. If your gums ached from dental disease, or you felt easy-queasy because of a hormonal imbalance, or if your joints burned with each step, you would complain endlessly to those around you and, if you own a lick of sense, you would seek professional care.
 Our pets handle pain differently. Oh, they feel it all right - they just don't advertise it. Cats and dogs only recently (in evolutionary time) emerged from the world of their wild ancestors and they hang on to some traits stubbornly. One of those is to hide discomfort. A pack of ancestral peer-pooches might hunt cooperatively but once the quarry was bagged or a food source otherwise located, it was every dog for himself. Advertising to your mates that you're not really feeling on top of your game would pretty quickly relegate you to the bottom of the pecking order. Those who survived best to pass along their genes were those who were the most stoic. That character trait hasn't changed much since Canis and Felis started shacking up with Homo sapiens. Our dog, Nellie, could writhe in agony in front of her brother dog, Beans, but, in witnessing her incapacity, the opportunity to steal her biscuit would occur to his canine brain more quickly and intensely than any hint of compassion.
The most important aspect of a visit to the veterinarian is her expert eyes and hands examining your pet, her trained ears listening for subtle clues in your testimony that may reveal a potential problem brewing. Today's world is far more nurturing than your pets' Neolithic past, at least for those lucky enough to have a roof over their heads, but plenty of threats exist. Plagues of every ilk are eager to pay a visit: viruses, ticks, fleas, heart worms, intestinal parasites, and on and on. Several of these pestilences are quite hidden and don't stop with Fido and Tabby – they are more than happy to jump your bones as well, even more so those of your children. Non-contagious diseases, such as dental infection, arthritis, and obesity are products of our culture that eventually befall most cats and dogs. These are the real pain-bringers and life-shorteners and every one is utterly preventable or controllable.
start with a call to the vet.
Now, act upon it. A resolution beyond your own well-being is often easier to keep, and the wonderful irony is that it will come back on you in good ways. Our pets bring us happiness, relaxation, companionship, and joy. They lower our blood pressure, reduce our heart rates, and improve our sense of well-being. They help children understand compassion and act as a healthy outlet to confess their sorrow. These are all unequivocal, proven facts.
Resolve to make 2016 the Year of the Pet and your efforts will be rewarded several times over.
The Columcille will be hosting their Annual Women's Retreat at the Kirkridge Farmhouse from January 29th - January 31st.
Keeping with tradition, the Women of Columcille invite you to come celebrate and honor their beloved Brighid, Goddess of Fire and Water. It is also that time of year when life slowly begins to flow and move underneath. It is the return of 'Light', the beginning of Spring also known as Imbolc 'flowing of ewe's milk' when it was all agrarian society. Celebrate and prepare for the return of 'Light' once again through ceremony, song, ritual and camaraderie of all your Sisters or just take 'me' time, walk the land, meditate and reflect!
 Simple Assault: A 19 year old Pen Argyl male was arrested on December 23rd. SBRPD arrested the man for Simple Assault and related offenses after he assaulted a female inside a residence in Pen Argyl. Police were called to a domestic dispute at the home and found that the man had assaulted a female, but was no longer on scene. Police obtained an arrest warrant and arrested the man later in the day. The man was arraigned and remanded to the Northampton County Prison on $2500 bail.
 The BAHS Alumni Association is running a drive to collect used musical instruments to be donated to Bangor's elementary band program. The instruments will be used as loaners for students who cannot afford to buy or rent them. We will take them regardless of their condition. If you have a musical instrument that is gathering dust, and you want to make a difference in a child's life, call 610-588-5198. We will pick them up or tell you where you can drop them off. Let's keep the music coming!
Your donations may be tax deductible.
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Put a sheet of fabric softener underneath each seat in the car to make it smell nice. For bad odors in cars, put some new ground up coffee beans in area where odor is. Leave for a couple days if possible and vaccuum it up. Odor should be gone or at least better smelling.
January 2, 1905 - The Russians surrendered to the Japanese after the Battle of Port Arthur during the Russian-Japanese War. In September of 1905, the Russians agreed to the Treaty of Portsmouth yielding Port Arthur and the Liaodong Peninsula to Japan. Russia also agreed to evacuate Manchuria and recognize Japan's interests in Korea.
January 2, 1960 - Senator John Fitzgerald Kennedy announced his intention to seek the Democratic presidential nomination.
Bingo - Bangor VFW. Doors 4:30. Bingo 6:45.
Bangor Yard Waste - Dump in container at Bangor Park, 8-12.
(BPT) - Today's youth are well-versed in transitioning their computers and phones from school to home, and futurists believe that will be even more necessary in coming years. Project Tomorrow's recent Speak Up Data shares that "Students in a blended learning environment (utilizing both physical books and online digital resources) are more likely to self-direct their learning outside of school."
The best tech device options allow your student to learn and play anytime, anywhere and in any environment. The critical items to consider are devices that allow full access to learning applications; nine-plus-hour batteries; keyboards; easy connectivity; a backpack-friendly weight; powerful browsers that allow for fast-loading videos; access to school assignments and research tools.
Cost-effective technology such as the Intel processor-powered Chromebook is being embraced by entire school districts for its fostering of streamlined education allowing faculty and IT administrators to communicate with students at school and at home. As a bonus, your student can also use a Chromebook to socialize with friends and engage in fun learning apps and popular gaming sites.
"This is a whole new definition of what school looks like," notes Alice Keeler, author and Google for Education certified innovator. "Students can ask questions by posting to the stream in Google Classroom 24/7, (and) since other students have access to the stream, students are able to learn from and help each other."
The ability to handle such multitasking is projected to serve youth well in the coming decades as technology evolves, according to a 2012 survey by the Pew Research Institute. Fifty-five percent of respondents agreed that by 2020, "The environment itself will be full of data that can be retrieved almost effortlessly, and will be arrayed in ways to help people young and old navigate their lives."
The Intel-powered Chromebook addresses that need for multitasking with several advantages over ARM process-based models. In a Principle Technologies Test Report last year, those advantages included a 57 percent longer battery life while web browsing; 46 percent less waiting to read a textbook or take notes online; 47 percent less waiting to do math homework online; 50 percent less waiting to create an English presentation; 46 percent less waiting to team up in science class; and 100 percent more frames per second while rendering an anatomy situation.
That's partly why school district IT specialist and education speaker Kyle Pace calls it "the biggest no-brainer in education."
"Schools must begin leveraging these tools to bring students into the world of working in the cloud, communicating, collaborating and creating on the web," he advises. "We can't afford not to give our students this type of access -- at school and at home."
For more information on creating and collaborating with Chromebooks, check out Kyle Pace's blog.
ANYANG CITY, China, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- A Chinese farmer unveiled his homemade replica of a Boeing 737, which he plans to transform into a restaurant.
Wang Lin, 61, who said he grew up uneducated and illiterate, led a team of farmworkers in constructing the replica aircraft shell on his Henan Province land after he began studying mechanical engineering and metal work in late 2014.
The farmer said the plane shell, which measures about 115 feet long with a wingspan of 125 feet, cost him about $22,000 to build.
Wang said the next step for the faux plane is to turn the interior into a fully functioning restaurant.
Between Ott Drive and Miller Road will experience delays and single lane restriction 24 hours each day until further notice.
Between South Main St and Route 191 west lane closed into 2016. Follow detour. East lane (Rt 191 to S. Main) is open.
Between Delabole Road and Mack Road will be closed to through traffic until further notice.
Please sign-up by going to the Bloom on-line store at mkt.com/bloomcreativestudio and reserve your space for any of these special events.
Borrow snowshoe equipment to use on Jacobsburg's trails this winter! Snowshoes are available for folks of any age or shoe size, including small children. Snowshoes will not be made available during times of insufficient snow cover, usually at least five inches of snow is required. To borrow equipment you must provide a driver's license or other form of state issued identification. For more information call 610-746-2801 or email jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. You can check their website at jacobsburgsp@pa.gov for current winter conditions and snow depth.
The Portland Girl Scout Troop is looking for any interested girls in grades 4th thru 8th that would like to join their troop. The troop members are Juniors and Cadets. If you have a daughter that is younger than 4th grade you may contact the troop leader for more information. Meetings are held at the Portland Borough Hall located at 206 Division Street. Please contact the troop leader Pam at 484-764-2046 or pamelabossert88@gmail.com for more information.
If you are a stay at home mom in the Slate Belt Area and are looking for events to socialize and build friendships for yourself and your child/children you may be interested in joining this group of moms. The meetings will be held at various local spots and during school hours. For more information go to, www.meetup.com and search for Slate Belt Stay At Home Moms.
Yoga at the Community Center- Mondays and Thursdays, 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. $10 per session.
The Northampton County Treasurer's Office is informing all dog owners that 2016 annual dog licenses are now available online, by mail or in-person to county residents. Licenses must be renewed each year by Jan. 1 no matter when you purchased your previous year's dog license. Licenses are valid from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 of each year.
You may choose to apply for your 2016 dog license online at www.padoglicense.com There is a $2 service fee per license online. Your dog's license will be mailed to you by the County Treasurer's office within two to four business days.
Licenses are also available 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the County Treasurer's office. If applying by mail, send a completed dog application with the proper fee and signed by the dog owner with a check made payable to County of Northampton, 669 Washington St., Easton, PA 18042. Further information about 2016 Dog Licenses can be found online at www.northamptoncounty.org or by calling the Treasurer's office at 610-829-6186.
If you live in the Bangor Area, Easton Area or Nazareth Area School District, you may be eligible for property tax relief under a program run by the individual school district. For more information, please visit , RepEmrick.com, and go to "Property Tax Relief" on the left navigation bar.
The East Bangor Methodist Church will be holding its monthly pastie sale on Tuesday Jan. 5. Pickup will be at the Church 136 W. Central Ave. at 3:30 p.m. Choices are beef with or without onion and broccoli cheese with or without onion. Call 610-588-1745 to place your order.
Representatives from non-profit agencies who want to learn more about locating grant sources are invited to Northampton Community College's Mack Library, 3835 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem Township, on Thursday, January 7, 2016 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. for a special workshop. The workshop will highlight the services provided by Foundation Directory Online, and provide an overview of its database of over 100,000 grant makers.
The session will include an introduction to The Foundation Center, an organization devoted to supporting and improving institutional philanthropy, an overview and demonstration of grant resources included in the Foundation Directory Online database, and an opportunity to use the database. It is suggested that participants bring a flash drive with them to save information.
Although the workshop is free, reservations are required. Call 610-861-5358 by Monday, January 4th, 2016.
Join educator Lauren Forster for a winter plants walk in snowshoes. Learn how to identify plants in winter and how they cope with the cold. If we don't get any snow you will hike in your boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Registration is required. You can register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/.
On January 8th, 6:30-7:30 pm, learn the Japanese art of Gyotaku or fish printing. The group will use paint and model fish to make prints of various Pennsylvania species. You will also study their anatomy and habitat needs to create accurate paintings of fish in the wild. Paper will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a bandana or t-shirt to print on. It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a smock.
The East Bangor United Methodist Community Church will host a "Financial Peace University" class with Dave Ramsey, nationally syndicated radio show host, starting on Saturday, January 9th at 1:00 p.m. and running for 9 weeks. The class is practical, entertaining and fun. It runs approximately 90 minutes and includes video and group discussion. The cost is $93.00 per person/couple/family, which includes Dave's best selling book, "Complete Guide to Money", a class workbook, a CD library of lessons and access to online resources. For more information on Dave Ramsey and his work, you can visit his website, DaveRamsey.com. To register, and for more information about the workshop contact Becky Saltern (rebeccaasaltern@aol.com or 610-739-4024) or visit ebumc.org. The church is located at 136 West Central Ave. (Rt. 512),East Bangor.
The Bangor El;ks open house will be held Saturday January 9 from 7-11pm featuring Romeo Vegas. Tickets are $10 pp and also available at the door. For tickets call 610-588-3420.
The Slate Belt Heritage Center will hold their monthly historic presentation on Sunday, January 10th at 2:00 PM. Speaker for the afternoon will be Heritage Center Curator and Pres., Melissa Hough whose topic will be "The Scots-Irish and Damn Dutch" .
Scots-Irish and German speaking people from Europe were the first immigrants to settle in the Slate Belt and surrounding area. Ms. Hough will explain why they left their homelands, how they adjusted to a new land and each other and what legacy they left for all of us.
 The event is free (donations kindly accepted) and open to the public. The Heritage Center is located at 30 North 1st Street, Bangor, PA. For additional information contact: Karen Brewer @ 610-588-8615.
Northampton Community College (NCC) will hold free information sessions on its new certificate program, Community Health Worker, and its nurse aide program in January. Attendance at one of the sessions is mandatory for enrollment in the programs.
Bridging the Workforce Gap: Lehigh Valley Workforce and Economic Strategy identifies "Health Care & Social Assistance" as a notable sector of job growth in 2016 and beyond. The report documents a significant demand for direct care providers, including community health workers, nurse aides and other health care workers.
The sessions will be held: Monday, January 11, and Wednesday, January 13, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m., at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Tuesday, January 19 and Thursday, January 21, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., at the NCC Monroe Campus, 2411 Route 715 in Tannersville.
For more information call 610-332-6585.
Bloom Bangor is a restorative community empowering women to live free from addiction and violence. Bloom will hold an open house from 3-7pm Tuesday January 12 at 325 Market street (Route 512) in Bangor. Parking is availalbe at the Hopesprings Community of Faith at the corner of Market and Third streets in Bangor.
You are invited to join them for a tour of the facility and to meet and greet program staff. Light refreshments will be available.
The facility will welcome program participants starting in February 2016. Your are invited to join the program during the open house. FMI, RSVP Carol Andersen at 570-977-0600 or email carol@bloomcreativestudio.org. You are also welcome to access their website at www.bloom/bangor.com/bloom-bangor.
Are you looking for a gift idea for a booklover or want to add to your book collection? On Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm, the Blue Mountain Community Library is having a Semi-Annual Book Nook Sale in the Book Nook, located on the 2nd floor of the library. Snow dates will be Jan 22 and 23. All items will be half-price for those two days.
 Please come and purchase gently used Books, CDs, DVDs and Puzzles. The library is located at 216 S. Robinson Ave. in Pen Argyl. Hours are M-Sa, 10:00 am to Noon, and M-Th, 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Call Lisa at 610-863-3029 for information or visit the website is www.bmcl.org.
On Saturday, January 16th from 8am - 4pm, join Jacobsburg Park Educators as they spend the day birding at Jacobsburg and other places in the Bushkill Creek Watershed. They will count birds and look for oddball species that may have wandered into the area. Participants should dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch.
District 10 Trappers of Pennsylvania will host a Live Bid Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth, January 16,2016.
Doors open at 8am. Auction begins at 9am. $5 refundable registration fee, 4% commission. Furtaker license and PTA membership required. Contact Bob Counterman 610-759-9203 Fur Auction @ Belfast-Edelman Sportsman Association, 474 sportsman club Rd. Nazareth, PA 18064.
On Saturday, January 23rd from 10-11:30am learn how to snowshoe while learning the history of these helpful winter tools. If there isn't any snow they will focus on using trekking poles and hike in boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Scouts are invited to join Jacobsburg Park Educators on Saturday, January 23rd from 1-2:30pm. Scouts will learn how to prepare for being outdoors in winter as well as how to use snowshoes. They will go for a hike in snowshoes, stopping along the way to talk about outdoor scenarios and how to prepare for them. If there isn't any snow they will hike in boots. The hike will be about two miles. Bring water and a snack. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather.
Registration is required. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/.
The Families First annual Snow Ball Dinner and Dance will be held January 23 from 6:00pm to midnight at the Weona Park recreation center. Entertainment with DJ Frank Franzo with Karaoke. Dinner by Tom Donohue of Pen Argyl Pizza. BYOB, casual dress, door prizes, basket raffles.
Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 at the door. To purchase tickets call Frank Jones at 610-863-9095 ext 1308 or e-mail jones.frank@penargylsd.org. You can also contact Spring Shank at Pen Argyl High School, Kate Marstellar Wind Gap Middle School or Kelly Thomas Plainfield Elementary.
Northampton Community College (NCC) will offer review classes for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) starting in January. Participants will review basic nursing knowledge and learn about recent technological advances. The course includes a skills lab and lectures and will be especially helpful for graduates preparing for the NCLEX (National Council Licensing Examination).
Classes will be held on Mondays, January 25 through May 2, from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Fowler Family Southside Center, 511 E. Third Street, Bethlehem. Skills labs will be held on Saturdays and Sundays, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. and February 21 and 22.
The fee for the RN review is $900 plus $50 materials fee. For the LPN review, the fee is $700 plus $50 materials fee.
To register, visit www.northampton.edu/LifeLearn. For more information, call 610-332-6585 or e-mail healthcare@northampton.edu.
The upper Delaware River is one of the best places in the east to observe wintering Bald Eagles. Join us for this trip as we venture up along the river in the scenic Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area from Arrow Island to Milford in search of these magnificent birds. Golden Eagles have also been observed on these trips in the past. This is a great opportunity for photographers. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a lunch. There will be a stop for snacks and hot beverages along the way.
Registration is required. Limited van transportation is available for first time participants. You can view and register for community programs online at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/.
On Saturday, March 12, 2016, the Lehigh Valley Arts Council will present Young at Art, an expo of arts camps and schools, to assist parents with selecting the appropriate summer class for their child. This inaugural event will be held at Penn State Lehigh Valley, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, and feature thirty exhibitors who offer lessons in the performing, literary, media and visual arts. Free admission to the expo is provided to the public.
Families with children (ages four to eighteen years old) will enjoy meeting the various exhibitors and learning about the artistic opportunities for their aspiring creatives. The day's festivities will showcase an arts demonstration, performance or activity every 25-minutes so children will have a chance "to try on what kind of artist" they want to be this summer.
I know sometimes new technologies can be frustrating and leave us questioning whether "progress" is worth the hassle. But, that is not the case with intra-oral digital scanners. We have been using our digital scanner at Family Dental Care now for 3 months, and the results are amazing.
Sure, it's pretty "cool" technology, and it has been totally comfortable for patients. No gagging going on! And the turn around time is much shorter. All of these are pluses, but here is the real benefit… the accuracy and fit of what we are making.
I can comfortably predict a great fit of your new crowns, splints, Invisalign aligners, retainers, and anything else we scan for. That makes it worthwhile.
It's one thing to restore your mouth to health, but I want, you want, and you deserve to rest assured that what is placed in your mouth is the best possible fit known to dentistry.
Digital scanning is here to stay at Family Dental Care. Feel free to ask us about our scanner. Garywilliamsdmd.com.
Craft& Chat - Tuesdays 9:00 am.
Zumba Gold W/janis - Tuesdays 10:00 am.
Brush Away with Senior Artists - Wednesdays 8:00-11:00 am.
Poker - Thursday, January 7, 12:15 pm.
Aarp Meeting - Monday, January 11, 1:30 pm.
Baseball - Thurs January 14, 10 am.
Cooking Demonstration - Friday, January 15, 1:30 pm.
The Blues - Wednesday January 20, 10:00 am.
Bunco - Fri. January 22, 10:00 am.
The Blues - Wednesday, January 27, 10:00 am.
Farkle - Thurs January 28, 12:15 pm.
Wilson, Susan: the Dog Who Saved Me.
Sherrill, John: the Hiding Place; Tee, Susanna: Fish and Seafood Bible.
Staub, Wendy Corsi: Dying Breath.
Wells, H.g.: the War of the Worlds.
Stevenson, Robert Louis: Treasure Island.
Hindley, Judy: the Usborne Time Traveler.
Good Day for It; the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; Macgyver Season 1; 2; 3; Prince Caspian and the Voyage of the Dawn Treader; the Silver Chair..


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When is Low wash Low Wash? - An Investigation Using a Wave Wake Database
MacFarlane, GJ and Renilson, MR, When is Low wash Low Wash? - An Investigation Using a Wave Wake Database, Proceedings Of International Conference on Hydrodynamics of High Speed Craft - Wake Wash and Motions Control, 7-8 Nov 2000, London, pp. 1-14. ISBN 0 903055 62 7 (2000) [Refereed Conference Paper]
The past decade has seen a dramatic increase in concern from both the public and regulatory authorities regarding alleged negative effects from the waves generated by marine vessels. Subsequently, in order for a vessel to be accepted it has become commonplace for designers, builders and operators to show that their vessel will meet set criteria, or display "low wash" characteristics. Unfortunately, there is considerable misunderstanding about how to measure a vessel's wash characteristics. When this is coupled with each designer's wish to illustrate that his vessel has "low wash" characteristics and the fact that the regulatory authorities have different approaches to criteria, the result is a considerable muddying of the waters. This makes it very difficult to independently assess what level of wave wake should be expected from a particular vessel and hence whether it could be considered to have low wash characteristics or not. As a first step towards solving this problem the authors have developed a clear and precise definition for a standard numerical measure to be utilised whenever dealing with measurements of vessel generated waves. The establishment of such a measure has ensured that a consistent and accurate analysis technique was utilised when analysing the experimental data for over 80 different hull form configurations (involving over 6000 individual wave cuts). All experiments were conducted within a deep, wide model testing basin so as to obtain multiple longitudinal wave cuts in both the near and medium field in order to confirm the wave decay rate. As a result, each experimental data set has been analysed and collated within a database from which each model can easily be scaled to either a constant waterline length or displacement. The results provide an accurate, direct and fair comparison of the performance of each vessel at a specified vessel speed and distance from the vessel's sailing line. Thus, this comprehensive database can be utilised to undertake the following activities with confidence: • determine an achievable and rational criteria for any specific location for a proposed vessel and vessel speed; • make direct and fair comparisons between competing designs or against specific limits; • assist in determining whether a multihull is preferable to a monohull for a specific purpose; • investigate the effect that a particular design variable, such as waterline length or displacement, has on the waves generated; and, • determine whether a vessel can truly be described as displaying "low wash" characteristics. Specific examples of results are presented and discussed.
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Maritime engineering
Domestic passenger water transport (e.g. ferries)
MacFarlane, GJ (Associate Professor Gregor MacFarlane)
Renilson, MR (Professor Martin Renilson)
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Fresh fashion from Egypt - Daily News Egypt
Lifestyle Fresh fashion from Egypt
Fresh fashion from Egypt
Fashion designer aims for business success and being an inspiration
Daily News Egypt June 17, 2013 1 Comment
These rough sketches give a good idea of the funky, colourful designs by Nada Koreish
(Photo from nadasamineonpinkrevolution.wordpress.com)
By Fatma Ibrahim
Egyptian fashion designer Nada Koreish, also going by the name Nada Sami, is all about being unique while delivering comfort and elegance. Koreish designs casual clothes like t-shirts, jeans, denims and cardigans and has her own line of bags and hats under the umbrella of her line Neon Pink Revolution. Her designs can be ordered and shipped around the world via her website.
"I had a passion for being unique and creating things with my stamp on it. Even when I was a teenager I was customising my clothes. I initially decided to go into fashion because I wanted to make a difference, now it is not just about the glamour and celebrity, it is more about how huge the fashion market is," Koreish said. "I want to eventually start a number of ventures for women in Egypt, provide them with education and independence and to make Egypt as cultured as Paris and Milan in fashion circles."
Koreish believes she was born in the "wrong era and place".
"I belong to the 60s and 70s. I should be selling tie dye, gypsy and anti-war protest t-shirts. It was a time of freedom, music and expression and people were honest fun and appreciated talent."
When asked about her sources of inspiration she said: "Egypt and its niches, nooks and crannies have been my biggest inspiration; its people and their tendencies, from rich to poor, to ghetto chic and from Khan El-Khalili to El-Dagaleen to the Bedouin. My husband inspires me too, he is from Algeria and his culture is extremely complex and intriguing with a bit of mystery."
Koreish believes that comfort is more important to take into account that elegance, because "you simply have to feel comfortable in whatever you are wearing to look elegant." That is why she uses natural, eco-friendly fabrics like Egyptian cotton and silk.
"I have considered adding a classic line, but it would have to be extremely edgy. My roots as a designer started in New York City, so I do have a darker side to my designs." Nicki Minaj, Hend Sabry and Mona Zaki are among the stars Koreish would like to dress.
Koreish hopes to see "my entire collection in a major store like Topshop or Harrods, and to have my own boutiques in NYC, London and Cairo." She also strives to "inspire hundreds of girls and women to live independently, with education and their own businesses."
Topics: colours design Fashion
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https://wwww.dailynewssegypt.com/2013/06/17/fresh-fashion-from-egypt/


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Surgery vs. Radiation: Comparing Your Options for Treating Prostate Cancer
Medically reviewed by Matt Coward, MD, FACS — By Daniel Yetman on November 3, 2022
Risks and side effects
In the United States, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men other than skin cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates 268,490 new diagnoses were received in 2022. It also estimates that 34,500 people will die from prostate cancer in 2022.
Improvements in screening and treatment have led to very high survival rates for people whose cancer is limited to their prostate or surrounding tissue. The 5-year relative survival rate for men with localized prostate cancer is higher than 99%. It drops to 31% when the cancer has spread to distant areas.
Surgery and radiation therapy are two of the most common treatment options for prostate cancer.
Doctors use surgery to remove the prostate gland and possibly surrounding tissue for people in good overall health.
Radiation therapy uses high-energy waves to destroy cancer cells. A doctor may use it along with surgery or on its own as the primary treatment.
In this article, we compare radiation therapy and surgery for treating prostate cancer.
Sex and gender exist on spectrums. This article uses the term "men" to reflect a term that has been historically used to gender people. It's important to note that not everyone assigned male at birth identifies with the label "man."
While we aim to create content that includes and reflects the diversity of our readers, specificity is key when reporting on research participants and clinical findings.
Unfortunately, the studies and surveys referenced in this article didn't include data on, or include, participants who were transgender, nonbinary, gender nonconforming, genderqueer, agender, or genderless.
What to consider as you make your decision
If a doctor gives you a diagnosis of prostate cancer, it's important to discuss your options with a treatment team. Doctors recommend certain treatments based on factors such as:
how far your cancer has progressed
your age and overall health
how your cancer cells look under a microscope
your personal preference
A doctor may make additional recommendations based on factors such as your ethnicity. In the United States, African American men are twice as likely to die from low-grade prostate cancer than people of other ethnicities, so doctors may be more hesitant to recommend active surveillance.
You can learn more about your treatment options by stage.
If both surgery and radiation are options for you, you'll want to consider the following:
Cure rate: Is one method more effective than the other at eliminating the cancer?
Side effects: What are the risks and side effects of both procedures?
Procedure: Are you more comfortable with one procedure over the other?
Cost: Are there differences in out-of-pocket costs between the two procedures?
Let's take a look at each consideration.
How effective are surgery and radiation at treating prostate cancer?
Radiation therapy and surgery are two of the most common treatment options for prostate cancer. Each is potentially curative. The 5-year relative survival rate for all stages of prostate cancer is 98%.
Surgery can eliminate prostate cancer that's contained in your prostate or nearby tissue.
Doctors use radiation therapy:
as the primary treatment for slow-growing cancer contained to your prostate gland
along with hormone therapy for cancer growing into nearby tissue
along with surgery if they can't completely remove the cancer or if it comes back
to slow the growth of advanced cancer and treat symptoms
A doctor may suggest radiation therapy after surgery to destroy any cancer cells that remain.
In a 10-year study, researchers found no significant difference in the outlook for people with prostate cancer who received:
active surveillance (waiting to see how cancer progresses before starting treatment)
All treatments were associated with low 10-year mortality rates. Surgery and radiation were associated with less spread to distant tissues than active monitoring.
Most doctors believe that the treatments are equally effective. Surgery may offer a slightly higher long-term cure rate than radiation. But several factors influence the success rate, including the grade and stage of the cancer and your age and medical history.
A 2022 review of 23 studies found that people with localized prostate cancer who received external radiation had lower overall survival than those who had surgery to remove their prostate. But the study also found that combining external radiation with brachytherapy (internal radiation) had a similar success rate to surgery.
Both treatments decrease the risk of cancer spreading to distant organs compared with active monitoring.
What are the risks and side effects of surgery and radiation therapy in treating prostate cancer?
Both surgery and radiation therapy come with risks and serious side effects. As some people never experience symptoms, about 60% of people with low-risk prostate cancer choose active surveillance to avoid the serious side effects of these treatment options. If treatment is the best option for you, it's important to be aware of the risks.
The side effects of prostate cancer treatment that concern most people are sexual dysfunction and urinary incontinence. It's important to note that both are also symptoms of prostate cancer. People who don't get treatment may also experience these symptoms.
A 2017 study of 2,550 men with localized prostate cancer found that those who had surgery experienced worse sexual function and urinary incontinence after 3 years than those who had radiation therapy. A similar 2018 study of 2,117 men found similar results for men with low-risk prostate cancer but no significant difference for men with high-risk prostate cancer.
A 2020 study found that most differences resolve after 5 years. But participants who had surgery still reported worse incontinence when compared with those who had radiation.
The risks of prostate surgery are similar to those of other surgeries. General surgical risks include:
reaction to anesthetic
damage to other organs
If the surgeon removed your lymph nodes as part of the surgery, you might develop lymphedema. This is a buildup of lymph fluid in your body.
According to the American Cancer Society, death is extremely rare during prostate surgery.
Possible side effects of radiation therapy include:
radiation cystitis, which can cause:
more frequent urination
burning while urinating
rectal pain
Doctors almost always combine radiation therapy with a hormone therapy called androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). Studies show that ADT increases the success rate of radiation therapy. But ADT also has some serious side effects.
ADT lowers the levels of androgens in your body, as these can help prostate cancer grow. Lowering your androgen levels has similar effects as lowering your testosterone levels. They include:
reduced sexual desire
decreased penis and testicle size
growth of breast tissue
low blood count
Radiopharmaceuticals (injected radioactive drugs) can cause:
People treated with radiation therapy also have a higher risk of developing rectal cancer and acute myeloid leukemia.
Experts think that the risk is related to the dose.
How are the procedures for surgery and radiation therapy different?
Here's a look at some of the different types of surgery and radiation therapy doctors use to treat prostate cancer.
The main surgery for prostate cancer is called radical prostatectomy. During this surgery, the surgeon removes your entire prostate gland. They may also remove nearby tissues, such as seminal vesicles.
Surgeons use three techniques to perform this procedure:
Open surgery: A surgeon makes an incision in your lower abdomen or between your anus and scrotum to access your prostate.
Laparoscopic surgery: A surgeon makes several small incisions in your abdomen. They perform the surgery with a long, thin tube called a laparoscope and other small tools.
Robot-assisted laparoscopic surgery: The procedure is similar to laparoscopic surgery, but the surgeon uses a robotic arm to perform the surgery while guiding it from a computer.
Most people only need to stay in the hospital for one night after a radical prostatectomy.
Learn more about radical prostatectomy.
Other surgeries used to treat prostate cancer include:
Pelvic lymphadenectomy: A surgeon removes the lymph nodes around your pelvis.
Transurethral resection of the prostate: During transurethral resection, a surgeon removes part of your prostate by inserting a thin tool through the head of your penis via the urethra. They sometimes use this method to treat cancer before starting another treatment.
Radiation therapy involves using high-energy waves to kill cancer cells. Doctors use three main types of radiation therapy to treat prostate cancer:
External beam radiation therapy (EBT): A machine aims beams of high-energy waves at your prostate gland. You usually receive treatment 5 days a week at an outpatient center for at least several weeks.
Brachytherapy: Brachytherapy involves implanting radioactive pellets that are about the size of grains of rice into your prostate. Most commonly, you receive pellets for weeks or months that release a small amount of radiation. Less commonly, you may receive pellets that release high amounts of radiation for a few minutes.
Radiopharmaceuticals: A healthcare professional injects these radioactive drugs into your blood. Radiation from these drugs can kill cancer cells, but they can also damage healthy cells around your body.
Learn more about radiation therapy for prostate cancer.
How does the cost compare between radiation and surgery?
A 2020 study found that the average 1-year costs of treatment were similar between surgery and radiation.
The cost of radiation therapy will depend on the type of radiation. For example, the study found brachytherapy to be less costly than a type of EBT called stereotactic body radiation therapy.
The study also found that both surgery and radiation were more than twice the cost of active surveillance.
Medicare or your private insurance will usually cover most of your prostate cancer treatment costs. Check with your insurance provider to learn more about what your out-of-pocket costs may be.
Are there other treatment options for prostate cancer?
The National Cancer Institute lists eight standard treatments for prostate cancer:
watchful waiting or active surveillance
bisphosphonate therapy
Clinical trials are testing other treatments such as:
proton beam radiation therapy
high-intensity-focused ultrasound therapy
Talk with a doctor or healthcare professional to learn more about clinical trials.
Last medically reviewed on November 3, 2022
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Right now I seem to be going through a phase of eating sun dried tomatoes, olives and sauerkraut, which is strange as I never used to like any of these foods! I do think, however, as we get older, our taste buds change and we like different flavours we may have not liked previously.
I had a red pepper which needed to be used and instead of doing a red pepper hummus like I would normally do, I tried this dressing and it turned out really well.
I've had this dressing on courgette 'noodles', over homemade gnocchi and regular gluten free pasta and it works well with all. The dressing can also be made in to a nice spread by reducing the amount of water, it's lovely spread on gluten free oatcakes.
Stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Well we had two glorious days of sunshine last week and me being ever so positive decided to finally put all my Winter clothes away, bring out my Summer clothes and started trying some Summer inspired recipes I have planned. It is now cold, grey and raining and I'm wearing a jumper! I'm hoping this is just a temporary blip in the Scottish Summer.
I love all the fresh fruits and vegetables during the Summer months. I like trying different ways to incorporate the various foods available into my diet, not all salads have to be limp lettuce, a tomato, cucumber & grated carrots as I have learned!
This dressing gives a lovely punch from the lime and a bit of heat from the ginger. Ginger is great to help digestion and also is anti-inflammatory so an excellent addition to your diet. I use lots of ginger in this dressing but if you're not overly keen use less and adapt to your taste.
Place all the ingredients except the water into a small jar. Add two tablespoons of water first, secure the lid on the jar and give it a good shake.
Check consistency of dressing and if you prefer a thinner dressing add more water.
Stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
So there's no cheese in this but I didn't know what else to call it! Although, I do use nutritional yeast to add a cheese-y flavour . I've been making this for quite a while now and it's lovely over pasta, spread on crackers or as a dip.
It's best to soak the cashews overnight as the longer they soak the smoother the sauce, however I've tried making the sauce and soaked the cashews for about 6-8 hours and it still worked well. It's not a quick recipe that you can decide on the spur of the moment to make but once your cashews have been soaked it literally takes minutes to throw together.
This dressing is extremely quick and easy to make and has proved to be popular amongst my friends and family that I thought I'd share it with you all. You can use it as a pour over sauce (great on noodle salads), a marinade or as a dip.
I use crunchy peanut butter as I like the texture but you can use smooth if you prefer. Ideally your peanut butter will not contain anything other than peanuts – no added salt or oils. I use the Meridian brand but there are many other good ones available.
If you prefer a thicker sauce just use less coconut milk but you can easily adapt the recipe to your liking.
Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix together.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.


Jeff has over 20 years of full-time Christian ministry experience in churches and parachurch ministries. He's a published author, film producer and communications and media expert. He was on staff at Trinity Church with both Pastor Elmer Murdoch and Lincoln Murdoch. Jeff has a beautiful gift of creativity that is a blessing to all who are impacted by it.
Jeff is married to his beautiful bride, Sylvie, who is from Poland.
At the age of 18, Jeff was truly transformed by the Gospel in an amazing way. After a night of partying and heavy drinking with his friends, Jeff saw a Bible sitting on a desk. Drunk and laying on the floor, Jeff heard the voice of God, and immediately was sober. Jeff got up immediately and went home and told his dad everything he had been doing that year.
That fall, Jeff found a church that was alive and full of others who had been through similar changes. He was then called into youth ministry through an amazing series of Spirit-led events.
Jeff was mentored by some incredible youth ministers including his Roseville Assembly of God youth pastor – Mark Taylor, then a dynamic fellow youth ministry student named Chuck Kish, and then in his first paid youth ministry position working for the amazing Chuck and Joy Apple at Willmar Assembly of God in Willmar, Minnesota.
While in Bible college one day, a fellow NCBC student named Mike Darr handed Jeff a booklet called "Step Up To Life" by E. H. Murdoch.
This booklet was one of the best explanations of the message of Jesus that Jeff had ever read – especially the use of a simple 5 Step illustration to show that we do indeed have to make decisions to follow Jesus.
In 1990, Jeff got a call from the new youth pastor from a large megachurch in Omaha, Nebraska – Trinity Church Interdenominational – Ty Schenzel called Jeff through his connection to Mike and Julie (Schenzel) Darr.
Jeff and Ty hit it off immediately.
It was obvious to all that Jeff was destined to be mentored by two amazing men of God (Pastor Ty Schenzel and Pastor Elmer Murdoch). Jeff became one of Pastor Elmer's staff pastors, and Ty Schenzel's Assistant November 1, 1990.
Jennifer met Lincoln in Asbury College in Willmore, KT. They have been together ever since. Jennifer keeps Lincoln, Jeff and the other staff organized and administratively sound. In other words she basically runs the office and SUTL events!
Rev. Jefferson Gathu is an ordained minister with Africa Inland Church. Jefferson is the executive director of Cistern Ministries, an organization reaching out to African nations through the publishing of Christian literature. He serves as the African Coordinator of Step Up To Life ministries based in Nairobi, Kenya.


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Aircraft Leased to Subsidiary Determined to be Subject to Michigan Use Tax
Taxpayer Did Not Give Up Control Over Aircraft
In Aerogenesis, Inc. v. Department of Treasury, Michigan Court of Appeals, No. 300266, November 10, 2011, a Michigan use tax assessment on an aircraft purchased by a taxpayer was upheld because the taxpayer was not eligible for the exemption as a domestic air carrier and could not take advantage of its subsidiary's exempt status.
The taxpayer purchased the subject aircraft and leased it to its subsidiary for use in its cargo and passenger transport business. From the terms of the lease agreement, the taxpayer retained substantial control over the aircraft. The taxpayer was required to service, maintain, and repair the aircraft, and its subsidiary was barred from making any alterations. The taxpayer did not cede control of the aircraft to the subsidiary, and therefore did not qualify for exemption due to the subsidiary's exempt status.
Furthermore, the taxpayer could not claim that the Michigan Department of Treasury was estopped from making its assessment due to a letter it initially sent advising of the applicability of the exemption. There could be no reliance on the part of the taxpayer because the letter was received in 1997 and the taxpayer purchased the aircraft in November of 1996.
Dealership Failed to Invoke Jurisdiction of Tax Tribunal In Property Tax Dispute
Property Owner Failed to File a Petition on or before June 30 for Each Year
In Southgate Lincoln Mercury v. City of Southgate, Michigan Court of Appeals, No. 298337, November 8, 2011, the Court of Appeals ruled a dealership failed to invoke the Michigan Tax Tribunal's jurisdiction to correct incorrectly reported taxable property from tax rolls for property tax years 2004, 2005, and 2006 because it did not file a petition challenging the assessments on or before June 30 of each of those years. The dealership contended that the taxing authorities' use of statutory procedures to correct incorrectly reported assessments in the State Tax Commission (STC), and their subsequent withdrawal from the STC proceedings, triggered the tribunal's jurisdiction. However, because the taxing authorities withdrew from the process, leaving unchanged the assessments on the tax roll, the dealership's property was never assessed. Consequently, there was no determination to appeal.
The dealership also contended that the STC decision permitting the taxing authorities to withdraw their request for an assessment was itself a decision that opened the tribunal appeals process to the dealership. However, nothing in the applicable law suggested that a local taxing authority reopened all issues concerning assessment, including those subject to the June 30 deadline, by initiating the process to correct inaccurate or omitted information on the tax rolls.
Increased Activity on Internet Taxation Issue
Bills Introduced in Both the Michigan Legislature and the US Congress
In October, Click-Through and Affiliate Nexus Bills were introduced in the Michigan Legislature. The two bills introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives would amend the sales tax act and the use tax act. See Ed Kisscorni's Blog, October 13, 2011.
Since then, there has been considerable activity in the US Congress as well as the Michigan legislature.
Michigan House Resolution in Support of Federal Main Street Fairness Act Introduced
A joint resolution that memorializes Congress to resolve the Internet taxation issue and enact legislation, such as the Main Street Fairness Act (MSFA), to permit states to collect sales taxes on remote sales transactions has been introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives. The resolution states that the MSFA would level the playing field for storefront businesses that compete with online retailers and would authorize Michigan and other members of the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement to collect taxes from out-of-state sellers.
Bipartisan U.S. Senate Bill Would Give Both SST and Non-SST States USE Tax Collection Authority
On November 9, 2011, a bipartisan group of 10 U.S. senators announced the introduction of legislation that would give states implementing simplification requirements the authority to require remote sellers to collect sales and use tax, unless a seller qualifies for a small seller exception. Unlike most previous legislation on this topic introduced during this and former Congresses, the Marketplace Fairness Act (S. 1832) would not limit the authorization to member states of the Streamlined Sales and Use Tax (SST) Agreement. It joins other legislation on the same topic introduced this year in both houses of Congress: The Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701), the Marketplace Equity Act (H.R. 3179), and proposed resolutions in opposition to collection authority (S. Res. 309 and H. Res. 95.
The new legislation was introduced by Sens. Mike Enzi, R-Wyo.; Richard Durbin, D-Ill.; and Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn. Other cosponsors are Sens. Tim Johnson, D-S.D.; John Boozman, R-Ark.; Jack Reed, D-R.I.; Roy Blunt, R-Mo.; Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I.; Bob Corker, R-Tenn.; and Mark Pryor, D-Ark. The legislation has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee.
A full member state of the SST Agreement would receive collection authority for remote sales sourced to that state under the Agreement. This authority would begin no earlier than the first day of the calendar quarter that is at least 90 days after the date of enactment of this legislation.
Alternative collection authority would be granted to any non-SST member state that implements the minimum simplification requirements specified below. This alternative authority would begin no earlier than the first day of the calendar quarter that is at least six months after the date that the state enacts legislation to implement each of the requirements.
A state could certify a "provider" that would have the responsibility for tax administration, collection, remittance, and audits for transactions serviced or processed for sales by remote sellers.
Minimum Requirements for Alternative Collection Authority
A state that wants to receive collection authority, but is not a member of the SST Agreement, would have to implement the following minimum requirements:
a single, state-level agency to administer the collection and administration of all state and local sales and use taxes on remote sales;
a single audit for all state and local tax jurisdictions;
a single tax return for remote sellers and providers;
a uniform tax base for the state and any local tax jurisdictions;
a requirement that remote sellers and providers collect tax at the destination rate, which would be the sum of the state rate and any local rate for the jurisdiction into which the sale is made;
adequate software and services for remote sellers and providers that identifies the applicable destination rate;
certification procedures for providers to make software and services available to remote sellers and hold the providers harmless for any errors or omissions as a result of relying on information provided by the state;
a provision to hold remote sellers using a provider harmless for any errors and omissions by that provider;
a provision to relieve remote sellers from liability, including any penalties and interest, for collecting the incorrect amount of tax if the error was the result of relying on information provided by the state; and
30-days' notice to remote sellers and providers of a local rate change, which may only be effective on the first day of a calendar quarter.
� Remote sales would be sourced to the location where the item sold is received by the purchaser, based on the delivery instructions. If no delivery location is specified, the sale would be sourced to the customer's address known or obtained by the seller. If an address is unknown and cannot be obtained, the sale would be sourced to the address of the seller from which the sale was made.
Small Seller Exception and Other Provisions
The following provisions would apply whether a state receives collection authority as a member of the SST Agreement or by implementing the alternative collection requirements:
� A small seller exception would relieve a remote seller of the collection mandate if the seller, and related entities, had $500,000 or less in gross annual receipts in total remote sales in the United States in the preceding calendar year.
� Collection authority would end on the date the highest court of competent jurisdiction makes a final determination that the state no longer meets the requirements of this legislation, and the determination is no longer subject to appeal.
� The provisions of this legislation would only apply to remote sales and not to intrastate sales or intrastate sourcing rules. However, states granted authority as members of the SST Agreement would have to comply with the intrastate provisions of the Agreement.
SST Requirements Not Applicable to Alternative Collection Authority
The minimum simplification requirements that a non-SST member state would have to implement in return for collection authority are less extensive than the current requirements for SST member states. The requirements in the SST Agreement that this legislation would not require states seeking alternative collection authority to implement include the following:
uniform definitions of products and product-based exemptions;
uniform rules for bad debts, rounding, and sales tax holidays;
various uniform sourcing rules;
uniform exemption administration rules, including a relaxation of the good-faith requirement for acceptance of exemption certificates;
the elimination of most caps and thresholds;
consistent electronic filing and remittance methods;
a taxability matrix with information on defined terms and exemptions;
mandated vendor compensation; and
for all sellers (rather than just remote sellers), state-level administration of local taxes, relief from liability for relying on state-provided data, and a single-audit option.
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Due Date for MBT Tax Returns for Federally Disregarded Entities Extended
Legislative Solution Pending to Disregarded Entity Issue
On November 15, 2011, the Michigan Department of Treasury issued its Third Revised Notice to Taxpayers Regarding Federally Disregarded Entities and the Michigan Business Tax, extending the date for affected persons to file a return or amend a return to July 1, 2012. In response to the decision in Kmart Michigan Property Services LLC v Dep't of Treasury, 283 Mich App 647 (2009), lv den 772 NW2d 421 (2009), the Department issued a notice mandating that taxpayers file amended returns under the MBT to reflect U.S. disregarded entities as separate persons.
The due date for filing, now July 1, 2012, has been extended three times by the Department. Amended returns are required even if the return results in no change in tax liability.
While the deadline for filing amended returns still exists, it appears the legislature will enact a legislative fix so that disregarded entity returns and amended returns ultimately will not be required.
Michigan Supreme Court Issues Rulings on 2011 Tax Reform
Court Upholds Tax on Pension Income; Strikes Down Phaseout of Exemptions
Late last week, the Michigan Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the vast majority of the tax reform plan to implement a new business Corporate Income Tax and modify Michigan's Individual Income Tax. The tax reform plan included replacing the Michigan Business Tax with a simple Corporate Income Tax as well as attempting to treat all retirement income, regardless of whether it is from public resources or private, the same.
In Re Request for Advisory Opinion Regarding Constitutionality of 2011 PA 38, Michigan Supreme Court, Docket No. 143157, November 18, 2011, the Michigan Supreme Court has held that:
(1) reducing or eliminating the personal income tax statutory exemption for public pension income does not impair accrued financial benefits of a pension plan or retirement system of Michigan or its political subdivisions under the state constitution;
(2) reducing or eliminating the statutory exemption for pension income does not impair a contract obligation in violation of the federal or state constitutions;
(3) determining eligibility for exemptions on the basis of date of birth does not violate equal protection under the federal or state constitutions; and
(4) determining eligibility for exemptions on the basis of total household resources does create a graduated income tax in violation of the state constitution. Even though the portion of the statute that determined eligibility for exemptions was unconstitutional because it created a graduated income tax, the court determined that it could be severed from the remainder of the Act.
The opinions were issued in response to a request from Governor Rick Snyder. The governor requested the opinion so that the constitutionality of several of the personal income tax changes enacted earlier in the year could be determined before the law took effect on January 1, 2012.
Accrued Financial Benefits
Under the Michigan state constitution, the accrued financial benefits of each pension plan and retirement system of the state is a contracted obligation that cannot be diminished or impaired. This means that public pensions are treated as contractual obligations that, once earned, cannot be diminished. The court noted that this section of the constitution does not contain any limitations on the Legislature's authority to tax pensions. In fact, if the ratifiers of the constitution had intended to limit the Legislature's authority to tax pensions, specific limiting language would have been included.
A tax exemption is not an "accrued financial benefit" of the pension plan. "Accrue" means to increase or grow over time; an exemption does not grow. An exemption does not even vest until the employee begins to collect pension benefits. The exemption is a post-distribution effect of the benefits otherwise paid in full. The constitution protects deferred compensation and not tax exemptions.
Contract Obligation
Under the federal and state constitutions, no law impairing the obligation of contract can be enacted. Here, the obligation of contract consists of pension income, not the tax exemption of that income. Thus, the reduction or elimination of the exemption does not affect or impair the obligation of contract.
In general, statutes do not create contractual rights, but, rather, represent policies to be pursued. Policies, unlike contracts, are inherently subject to revision and repeal. Before a statute, especially a tax one, is held to be irrepealable or not subject to amendment, an intent not to repeal or amend must be clearly stated within the statute so that there is no doubt. Here, there are no terms used that are typically associated with contractual relationships. The tax exemption laws at issue do not create contractual rights that cannot be altered by the Legislature. Taxpayers do not have a vested right in tax statutes.
Under the federal and state constitutions, no person can be denied the equal protection of the law. However, classifications are not forbidden. Under the rational basis test, the classification must rationally further a legitimate state interest. As age is at issue here, a suspect class is not involved. The person challenging the constitutionality of the law has the burden of proof to show that the legislation is arbitrary. Perfection is not possible nor necessary.
The court reasoned that it is a rational distinction to provide an exemption for older persons as they are less able to earn additional income to offset the loss of the exemption. Also, recognizing that older individuals may have decreased earning capacity is a legitimate reason to base the eligibility for the pension exemption on age.
Graduated Income Tax
Under the state constitution, no income tax graduation as to rate or base can be imposed by the state. A graduated income tax generally is a tax on income that imposes a proportionately greater tax burden on higher-income taxpayers than on lower-income taxpayers. Here, it is uncontested that the base consists of net taxable income and that exemptions and deductions decrease the base by decreasing the amount of the taxpayer's income subject to tax. If the taxpayer is entitled to the exemption or deduction, the base is decreased; on the other hand, if the taxpayer is not entitled to the exemption or deduction, then the base is not decreased. The income-based exemption or deduction can result in an income tax that is graduated as to base, even if a flat rate is applied. Here, an income tax graduated as to base is created because entitlement to the exemption (and the extent of such entitlement, which reduces the taxpayer's base) is entirely dependent on the taxpayer's income level. This violates the state constitution.
The unconstitutional portions of the statute can be severed from the remainder of the Act. Thus, the rest of the Act can be given effect without the invalid portions.
New 1% Tax Imposed on Paid Health Care Claims
New Tax Must Be Paid by Electronic Funds Transfer
Senate Bill 347 (PA 141 of 2011) amends the Use Tax Act by ending the collection of the Michigan Use Tax of 6% on Medicaid contracted health plans and specialty prepaid health plans, also referred to as Medicaid managed care organizations, 90 days after the effective date of the Health Insurance Claims Assessment (HICA) Act. Senate Bill 348 (PA 142 of 2011) creates the HICA Act which would establish a 1% tax on certain paid health care claims beginning January 1, 2012, with the act being repealed January 1, 2014. Both bills are tie-barred to one another.
These bills are the result of an anticipated action by the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid offices to disallow the Use Tax as a means to generate State revenue to be used as a match for federal Medicaid funds. The health insurance paid claims tax is a broad-based tax which should satisfy the federal government as a replacement for the current Use Tax model.
All payments under the HICA Act are required to be remitted to the Michigan Department of Treasury by electronic funds transfer (EFT). Quarterly payments are due April 30, July, 30, October 30, and January 30.
In order to be registered to make payments by EFT, a taxpayer must complete and submit Form 4926, Electronic Funds Transfer Application − Health Insurance Claims Assessment, to the Department of Treasury. An EFT application could take at least four weeks to process.
An annual return must be filed using an online interface to e-file directly to the treasury. The first annual return for tax year 2012 is due February 28, 2013. The annual return will be available at a later date and will be posted on the treasury's website.
A taxpayer who receives a notification letter from the Department of Treasury, but does not believe the he or she is subject to the HICA, should submit to the Department of Treasury a written letter of explanation detailing why the taxpayer believes he or she is not subject to the HICA. Treasury will acknowledge receipt of the letter. A self-determination that a taxpayer is not subject to HICA is not binding on the Department of Treasury and is subject to potential review or audit at a later date.
Michigan Out of Compliance with Streamline Sales Tax Agreement
SST Compliance Review and Interpretations Committee (CRIC) Finds Fault
During a conference call held on November 3, 2011, the Streamlined Sales Tax (SST) Compliance Review and Interpretations Committee (CRIC) voted 4-0, three absent, in favor of finding Michigan out of compliance with the Agreement. The call was the fifth in a series of weekly calls during which the CRIC performs its annual review of the compliance status of each SST member state. The CRIC will complete its 2011 review of the remaining states during weekly conference calls continuing in November until all states have been reviewed.
With respect to telecommunications (generally taxable under Michigan's use tax act), Michael Eschelbach, representing the Michigan Depart of Treasury, responded that Michigan's certificate of compliance should be revised to indicate that prepaid calling service (other than wireless prepaid service) is exempt and that a comment should be added indicating that prepaid calling cards and prepaid authorization numbers are taxable under the state's sales tax act.
Eschelbach indicated that citations will be added, changed, or deleted throughout the state's certificate of compliance as indicated in the CRIC's preliminary recertification report for Michigan. Eschelbach further indicated that the answer in the state's taxability matrix as to whether tax is imposed on products transferred electronically other than specified digital products will be changed from "Yes" to "No." In Section 333 of the certificate of compliance (Use of Specified Digital Products), on the question of whether the state includes any product transferred electronically in its definition of tangible personal property, Eschelbach agreed that the response will be changed to "No" and the comment that tangible personal property includes prewritten computer software will be deleted. However, Eschelbach pointed out that the certificate of compliance language does not state that prewritten computer software is not included in the definition of specified digital products. He explained that as a result, the state attempted to remedy the situation by responding "No" in Section 333 and entering a comment that the state does not tax specified digital products.
The CRIC's preliminary recertification report for Michigan indicates that the state's statute for taxing telecommunications service excludes one-way paging service, but that the Agreement defines "paging service" as including both one-way and two-way service. The report further indicates that Michigan has had this issue since its 2009 recertification review. Eschelbach indicated on the call that though draft legislation has been submitted, the Michigan Legislature has not yet addressed this issue. As a result, committee members voted 4-0 in favor of finding Michigan out of compliance with the Agreement. Discussion of a Michigan issue related to remote use of prewritten computer software was deferred until a later date.
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General Motors Asks the U.S. Supreme Court to Review Retroactive Application of Law Change Barring Refunds
Retroactive Amendment Makes Temporary Business Use of Inventory Taxable
An automobile manufacturer (General Motors Corp. v. Michigan Department of Treasury, U.S. Supreme Court, Dkt. 11-532, petition for certiorari filed October 20, 2011) has asked the U.S. Supreme Court whether an eleven-year retroactive application of a Michigan use tax amendment unconstitutionally impairs the manufacturer's rights in violation of the Takings and Due Process Clauses of the U.S. Constitution.
The manufacturer sought a refund of use tax it had paid on the interim business use of vehicles held for resale after the Michigan Supreme Court held that the vehicles were exempt from use tax under the resale exemption. However, while the refund request was pending, the Michigan Legislature amended the use tax statute to make the temporary business use of inventory taxable on a retroactive basis for any open tax year. Subsequently, the Michigan Court of Appeals denied the refund request.
It held that the period of retroactivity of the amendment did not violate the manufacturer's constitutional rights because the amendment was rationally related to a legitimate legislative purpose: limiting an interpretation of the use tax statutes that might have caused significant and unanticipated loss of tax revenue that had been collected in good faith. The Michigan Supreme Court denied review.


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after listening repeatedly with headphones and with nearfields, i thought the source A of both tracks 1 and 2 sounded better...more impact and a fuller sound all around.
i am curious how each gain was set on the m1 and the sbm-1. were they both dialed in at say 7 on the gain dial, or was the m1 higher in gain setting than the sbm-1. i would venture to say that the m1 was probably dialed in a little higher than the sbm-1 to achive such a similar sound.
also it seems like it was a smaller room. have you tried the same test in a larger venue? from further away from the stage...say 20ft or so? or off center? i just wonder if the worse the conditions are the better (or not) the mod-sbm1 performs.
On a related note, and at the risk of thread-hijacking, is there a stealthable A/D for 24?
There is the Core Sound mic2496. It is the size of an AD-20. I have a few 24 bit shows made with it, but not enough for me to form a complete opinion.
It's weird you mention Source A for both tracks, as they're different sources...the 1st track Source A is just the M1, the Source A on the 2nd track is (mod)SBM1>D8. That pretty much proves Tim's theory below though...different bands/types of music/venues may be benefit more from one or the other.
Both of the bands in this comp are just local groups I'm friends with, so I was able to setup during soundcheck and get the levels pretty much exact on both. FWIW the SXM2 was on low gain at 10 0'clock, the M1 was set at 8, and the (mod)SBM1>D8 was at about 6 1/2.
I'm gonna be running the same comp twice this week in 2 other venues, if there's any interest I'll post the results. I just bought a pair of MK21s for outdoor use this summer, so the first chance I get I'll do another test with those.
No plans on selling the (mod)SBM1 just yet. Even though I actually like just the M1 more so far, I'll do a lot more listening before I get rid of it. It's also kinda nice to have in my arsenal "just in case".
I've always read & been told that you need to run line-in and run the 20 db ATT setting in order to get the most out of the m1's A/D converter.
FYI the "20 db ATT" setting on the M1 is only active through mic in. Take a look at the setting on the deck itself - it is called "Mic ATT". This setting has no effect when running line in. That being said, as you mentioined, running line in should give better results because you are bypassing the not so great mic pre circuitry in the M1.
steve - you are getting to be a regular around here!
BTW - I've always been a fan of the M1's A>D and these results are not surprising to me at all.
what are you going to be recording m0k3 jr.?
An ensemble that puts a full range of frequncies will definitely allow you to hear the difference much easier than comparing PA tapes made from a taping section, no doubt.
that DPA setup is quite nice.
the preamp is quite nice too, very clean gain and built exceptionally well... it's like a mini Grace product. I'm hoping to have a V3 to throw behind these mics by the end of summer.
I'm hoping to have a V3 to throw behind these mics by the end of summer.
4061>V3, can't say I've ever heard that before, I'd imagine it would sound extremely nice though.
Yeah, you pushers lured me in. "You should check it out - all the cool kids are doing it".
yeah, I'd like some omnis, and rather than kick down 3k for a pair of 4028 or whatever the omni bodyless are, I've thought that a pair of 4061>xlr adaptors would do the job.
as for the M1 a/d, it is truly topnotch. I'd prefer it over the p-1 and even the hhb a/d, and definitely over the d8. however, I think that although it is very smooth, the m1 a/d does not quite have the fine detail of the modsbm1. ymmv of course.
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Edition notes: Transposition to Ab major. Edition also available in A major on this page.
Credo omitted, note values halved. Original key of C major, transposed down to A major. Also made available here in Ab major. Tempo markings and rests at phrase endings are editorial. For SSATTB, Agnus Dei SSAATTB.
Edition notes: Text based on original manuscript.


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Educators act with integrity, maintaining the dignity and credibility of the profession. They understand that an individual educator's conduct contributes to the perception of the profession as a whole. Educators are accountable for their conduct while on duty, as well as off duty, where that conduct has an effect on the education system. Educators have an understanding of the diversity within the education system in BC and the law as it relates to their duties.
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The pan roll is a savoury crepe or thin pancake with a filling of either minced meat, prawns or vegetables. There are steps involved in making the pan rolls. Preparing the filling, making the crepes, stuffing them, rolling and then frying. Don't be intimidated with the various steps. Any leftover filling can be used or you can make the filling ahead. The batter is easy to prepare and each pancake takes a minute to cook.
The filling used was chicken mince and with the soft crepe, the pan rolls were truly scrumptious. Worth the time and effort that went into preparing these delightful rolls. These are commonly prepared for special occasions and served as an appetizer. The pan rolls can be made ahead, frozen and then pan fried just before serving. They are so delicious that you just can't stop at one. Try it to believe and relish!!!
Heat oil in a pan and saute onions till soft. Add the green chillies, garlic, ginger and fry for few seconds. Then add the mince and fry nicely till it changes colour. The spice powders go next along with salt, vinegar and water. Cover and let mince cook on medium heat till all the moisture is absorbed. Finally, add mint and coriander leaves. Let the filling cool at room temperature while you work on the crepes.
Sift the flour and salt together. Keep aside.
In a bowl, add egg and beat with an electric hand mixer (beater) or whisk. Slowly add in the sifted dry ingredients alternating with milk to make a batter of thin consistency.
On low heat, place a 6" or 8" non-stick pan. With a silicon brush, lightly grease pan with oil. When hot, pour 1/4 cup (for 6" pan) or 1/3 cup (for 8" pan) of batter in the centre, tilting to spread and coat the base thinly. Cover with a lid and cook for one minute. The pancakes do not have to be flipped. They are thin enough to cook when covered. Remove pancake in a dish.
Repeat the above process till all the batter is exhausted. Ensure to grease the pan after every pancake.
Spread the filling on one side of the pancake. Then roll and fold both the sides inward (like a spring roll), continue to roll till the end. You don't need to seal the edge.
Beat the eggs with milk in a flat dish.
Place breadcrumbs in a separate dish with a spoon.
On medium flame, heat a skillet with enough oil around 1/4" to cover the pan. The pan rolls have to be fried on all sides so a little extra oil is ideal compared to deep frying.
Dip each pan roll in egg then coat with breadcrumbs using the spoon. Handle pan rolls gently and place in hot oil. Fry on all sides till lightly brown. Remove and drain on absorbent paper towels. Serve warm.
Pancakes made in a 6" non-stick pan will yield 24 and 16 in an 8" pan.
Italian breadcrumbs which had parsley and parmesan cheese were used to coat the pan rolls. Hence, you can see green specks on them.


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Hawks softball get shut down by strong Delta team
Mason White, Staff Writer|April 17, 2019
With an 18-9 record, the Hawks' softball team has had a good season, but Thursday's makeup game against the San Joaquin Delta Mustangs was one tough outing.
It was sure to be a competitive matchup with the Mustangs coming in to this game with a 25-3 record.
Sophomore starting pitcher Courtney Lozano stepped up to the mound ready to perform, and even though she did, the Hawks' offense didn't pull through.
"I feel like we did pretty good, except for our bats were kind of silent," said Lozano. "I feel like we had our bat skill and I feel like we could have easily scored."
Even though Lozano gave up a couple hits, she said she came into this game with the mindset that she had to let the Mustangs hit and let her defense help her.
"I feel like that was the biggest thing, was just letting them hit and letting my players work behind me," said Lozano. "I feel like that was my biggest thing, just getting over the mental mindset that they were a really good team."
Coach Kristy Schroeder backed her pitcher by saying her team just didn't hit the ball, had a few too many strikeouts and just couldn't get the ball in play.
"It was a tough one but I thought Courtney kept us in the game and did a good job out there," Schroeder said. "I wanted to give Ashlee a couple innings going into the end there, but if you don't score runs you can't win a ballgame."
Sophomore first baseman Ashlee Kaiser said her pitcher wasn't performing bad and that she was getting her defense the ground balls they needed but with errors and the lack of hitting there wasn't much else they could do.
"I just think we didn't come out to play," Kaiser said. "We had no energy, no fire, no fight to win the game. It was just like we got down and then we stayed there."
With only one hit and three errors, the Hawks fell to the Mustangs 8-0.
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I never really made a kind of "official" post greeting this blog and everyone who reads it a Happy 2014 . Something like a re-cap of the past year.
So I give you five of the most popular entries from 2013.
First up, a food "review" of sorts on this Korean dish. Click me or the image to take you to the magical post.
This was when I decided to get highlights and contemplate on why anyone would want to get their hair dyed gray. Click me or the image to take you to the magical post.
I still very much like the quad 'til now. They're not smooth and "buttery" but I like the colors and the case. But regarding this powder, I don't like anymore. The packaging is flimsy as f*ck and the lasting power isn't made for humid places. Click me or the image to take you to the magical post.
My allergic reaction this Maybelline primer was so astounding I looked like I had red rashes on my face. The beauty treats one leaves a lot to be desired, for something so popular (always sold out according to the SA). Click me or the image to take you to the magical post.
Last but not the least, my "love letter" to Ethan Peck. Wherein I croon sweet nothings to him. Click me or the image to take you to this very handsome and magical post. Tee Hee.
That Ariana song is very catchy! I also really love "Baby I" and "The Way". The Maybelline primer has yet to hit the shelves here but I've heard lots of mixed reviews about it. But I'm a bit wary of it now you say you had an allergic reaction.


Volvo Trucks declares extension of a company guarantee for original Volvo spare parts from one to two years. At the same time, besides original spare parts, the two-year guarantee extends also to the original restored spare parts according to the Volvo Exchange program now and also original accessories of our brand.
Volvo Trucks takes one more big first step to the clients. In order that the Volvo trucks in vehicle fleets of our customers worked longer, we double a company guarantee for original spare parts and accessories of Volvo. Now, if within two years from the moment of acquisition and installation at the authorized service station of the original Volvo spare part her marriage because of marriage of material or production defect is found, then her repair or replacement at the authorized service station Volvo is made free of charge. It belongs both to the cost of the spare part, and to works; at the same time the run isn't limited.
Besides, if the defective original Volvo spare part leads to breakage or the subsequent damages of the related components (so-called subsequent damage), then the guarantee extends also to them.
- We in Volvo Trucks daily analyze a situation in after-sales service, seeking to raise time of no-failure operation of the equipment of clients in combination with the acceptable level of costs of her service and repair. Two years ago we have radically reconsidered price policy on most of groups of spare parts that positively has affected the level of satisfaction of our clients, but we don't want and we won't stop only on it. Today we suggest our clients to use purchase and installation of spare parts at the authorized service stations and to be sure that they have bought high-quality spare parts which in the best way approach under their car and to receive one additional year of confidence in trouble-free operation.


As Canada marks the 250th anniversary of the British Royal Proclamation, Ottawa is poised to act on one of the most urgent issues facing aboriginal Canadians today: education. The First Nations Education Act, set to be tabled when Parliament resumes, is a crucial first step toward improving the dismal high school graduation rates among aboriginal Canadians and is long overdue.
Nearly 40 per cent of aboriginal Canadians didn't finish high school. On reserves, the problem is worse, with roughly 60 per cent failing to graduate, a number that has remained stagnant for years. The reasons are complex, but low graduation rates among aboriginals affect us all. The federal government rightly recognizes it as a persistent drag on Canada's economy. Boosting these rates could not only alleviate looming labour shortages, but it could also drive broader social change on reserves.
Unfortunately, some aboriginal groups are opposing such a bill – even before it has seen the light of day – complaining that they haven't been properly consulted. Ottawa should redouble its efforts to engage these groups; native chiefs should debate, rather than dismiss this bill. Ultimately, those that will suffer most from inaction are native children, and there is no doubt that reform of the current system is desperately needed.
The blueprint for the First Nations Education Act is currently vague. Any legislation should include at least three components to bring about positive change. First, on-reserve schools should be fairly and reliably funded to bring them on-par with their provincial counterparts. As it stands, the federal government has capped annual funding increases for native schools at two per cent, leading them to lag woefully behind off-reserve, public schools that have been more robustly funded by the provinces.
Secondly, legislation should pave the way for the creation of native-run school boards to allow for the pooling of expertise and resources. As it stands, band councils administer on-reserve schools, an outdated model that can undermine professionalism in the classroom. Lastly, the bill should emphasize and support the development of native-based curriculum that is relevant to aboriginal students and works to preserve native culture and language.
New research shows that once aboriginal students finish high school, they are just as likely as anyone else to go on to college or university. The federal government and aboriginal leaders need to work together to ensure that more young aboriginal Canadians are given that chance.
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